Life + Culture

Life Minded

Mahjong for Dummies Article by Jen Fortner Something I never enjoy is when people say, “I’m too old for that. I can’t start that now.” Things like — “I can’t paint.” “I don’t know how to cook.” “I don’t hike.” Even high school students say these things. Maybe they never played tennis at five years old and now feel it’s too late to start. Maybe someone always played piano but never tried guitar, and now that feels out of reach. I’ve heard fifteen-year-olds say, “I never learned to ski.” As if...

Fitness

Skating into a Second Season

Minnetonka HS Ice Skippers showcase growing sport of Hockey Cheerleading Article by Graham Johnson Figure skating is often a solitary, siloed sport. Individual athletes hone their jumps, spins, and skating skills without a team and often away from other school sports. The Minnetonka Ice Skippers began as a way to bridge that gap. Founded in 2025 by Minnetonka HS incoming junior figure skaters Delilah Wolter and Noa Simms, the Minnetonka Ice Skippers is a new team in the burgeoning sport of...

Life + Culture

With a Little Help From Your Friends

How one woman turned compassion into community support — and created Reach & Restore Article and Photography by Rebecca A. Hahn Have you ever had a day when nothing seems to be going right? Of course you have, we’ve all been there! As a matter of fact, for me, it’s always a Tuesday when nothing is going right. Thank goodness that leaves me with six other days when things can and do get better. But what if things weren’t getting better? What if your company were gradually going into...

Life + Culture

Women & Wine

Celebrating the voices and visions of women shaping our local communities at this year's Women + Wine event Article by Lauren Beaubaire | Photography by Kate Ann Photography The ladies of Lake Minnetonka, Waconia, and Victoria came together at this year’s City Lifestyle Women & Wine event hosted at Schram Vineyards. Women business leaders from Lake Minnetonka Lifestyle and our sister publication, Waconia City Lifestyle, mixed and mingled for an evening filled with meaningful conversation...

Style + Beauty

Seeing Things Differently

How Brianna Erickson’s mobile optician service, Framed Reverie, brings personalized eyewear directly to you Article by Sara Hoeman | Photography by Executive Author House PR Team Meeting people where they’re at was the driving force behind Brianna Erickson’s mobile optician service and custom eyewear business, Framed Reverie. Being in the optical industry for 15 years, Brianna loved what she did, but knew she needed a change — and wanted to make a difference. Managing a big-box retail optical...

Home + Design

Love It or Leave It

We ask the experts at Ulrich Real Estate when you should renovate or relocate Article by Kendra Johnson | Photography by Spacecrafting and Square Feet Floor Plans One of the biggest decisions you make in life is when to buy a home. And whether it’s your first or fifth home, the decision never feels easy. What complicates the decision even more is when you love your current home, but it just doesn’t quite suit your needs, and you’re left pondering if you should renovate or sell. Much like the...

Auto + Marine

Boating Made Easy

MarineMax makes first-time boating effortless, helping you make the smartest investment — quality family time on the water. Article by Graham Johnson We have all dreamt it: soaking up the sun from the deck of a boat while the kids splash in the lake. But that dream of unplugging from technology, cool drink in hand, while hours float by unwatched, it can seem far away. The realities of storage, winterization, transportation, financing, registration, and actually learning how to drive a boat...

Home Services

A Long-Standing Investment

The right roof can protect your home for many years to come Article by Sue Baldani While roofs take a beating in many parts of the country, it’s especially true in Minnesota, where winters can be harsh. Family-owned-and-operated Kaufman Roofing in Burnsville understands this well and takes steps to offer the highest quality roofing materials that will stand the test of time.  While asphalt shingle roofs are the most common and typically last 15 to 20 years, metal roofs are gaining in...

Life + Culture

Life Minded

Invest in Community Article by Jen Fortner My youngest son tells a traumatic tale from first grade about how I was not present for the now infamous Apple Orchard Field Trip of 2014. He came home that day visibly shaken, lamenting, “You were the only Mom not there. I was the only one completely alone on the field trip.“ Cue him throwing his tiny body onto the floor.  This story is partially accurate. I wasn’t there. Volunteers were chosen by lottery, and my number was not drawn for that...

Finance + Legal Services

Saving for Life

How Green Wealth Management Group provides personalized guidance to help you navigate investments, retirement, and financial planning with confidence. Article by Sara Hoeman | Photography by Lorri Downs Photographer Investments, savings, and keeping track of your wealth can seem incredibly daunting. It might be tempting to put off these important conversations, but Green Wealth Management Group is here to help you feel confident in what matters most — no matter how big or small. Sean Wenham...