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2015 lifestyle guide Group Publisher: Bill Davis Director of Operations: Laurie Hartmann Managing Editor: Richard Crawford Editorial Content: Meghan Davy, Amanda Schwarze Cover Photo: Mark Trockman Cover Design: Nicole Bullock Editorial Design: Jessica Jakes & Nicole Bullock

Advertising: Rick Christiansen, Nikki Lee Special thanks to area cities and school districts for their contributions. Every effort has been made to provide an accurate directory, but if errors have occurred please let us know about them. Published by Lakeshore Weekly News, 1001 Twelve Oaks Center Dr., Suite 1017, Wayzata, MN 55391. Copyright 2015. Printed in the U.S.A. To submit additional information, call 952-445-3333 or send an email to amcknight@ swpub.com

LAKE MINNETONKA AREA FEATURES EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY OF LIFE BY JOHN GUNYOU Chair, Three Rivers Park District Board

Welcome! It has been my privilege to serve the Lake Minnetonka area for many years – as Minnetonka’s city manager, and now as Three Rivers Park District commissioner. During that time, I have come to know the “Big Waters” as the focus of a region that offers an exceptional quality of life for its residents and visitors. Lake Minnetonka has long been a special gathering place for Minnesotans to live, work and play. Growing up on a large lake, my childhood was spent outdoors – beaches, sailing and waterskiing in the summer, ice skating and ice boating in the winter. I am so very grateful that my children and grandchildren have been afforded the same opportunity to build their own memories here in Minnesota. John Gunyou As Three Rivers Board Chair, I am particularly proud of the many parks and trails we maintain in the region to promote environmental stewardship through recreation and education. Our natural settings make Minnesota unique, and we remain committed to connecting people with nature at places such as Lake Minnetonka Regional

Park, Baker Park Reserve and Noerenberg Gardens. The wealth of trails we manage provides bikers and walkers a unique perspective of the Lake Minnetonka region. Our 16-mile Lake Minnetonka Trail runs from Minnetonka to Victoria along the southern border of the lake, and our 13-mile Dakota Rail Trail offers spectacular views along the northern shore from Wayzata to St. Boni — and all points between. The many communities that line the 125 miles of lakeshore offer a rich diversity of year-round opportunities for people of all ages and interests. Like most area residents, we have our own favorite haunts, and enjoy sharing them with friends and visitors throughout the seasons. Each community has its own character and charm, with neighborhoods, shops and public spaces reflecting the traditions of the area. Annual events and festivals include such popular gatherings as the Fourth of July fireworks at Excelsior Commons, to the Tour de Tonka family bike event in Minnetonka, to the Chilly Open golf on frozen Lake Minnetonka in downtown Wayzata. Schools are the heart of a community, and the region is also widely known for its exceptional educational opportunities. Our school districts consistently lead the state and nation in performance – both academically and in extracurricular activities, ranging from organized athletics to the performing arts to clubs of all manner. There’s truly something for everyone, and I hope you will join us in taking advantage of all the Lake Minnetonka area has to offer! Gunyou is the chair of the Three Rivers Park District Board.

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Each year the Cottagewood July 4th Celebration and Kids Parade attracts hundreds of people to Cottagewood to celebrate Independence Day in Americana style. The days activities begin early in the heart of Deephaven, on the shore of Lake Minnetonka. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

The view from Big Island on Lake Minnetonka. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

elcome to the 2015-2016 Lakeshore Lifestyle Guide. What makes the Lake Minnetonka area such a great place to be? For this year’s guide we asked for your advice and called upon a random sampling of lake area residents to tell us what they love about living here. Throughout our 2015-16 Lakeshore Lifestyle Guide, you’ll see what they enjoy about the area, the communities, the businesses and all the other amenities that make the Lake Minnetonka area not just where they live but what makes it their home. The Lake Minnetonka area offers unparallelled quality of life and communities surrounding the lake have been recognized in a host of national rankings for being a great place to live, work and play. Lake Minnetonka itself, with 125 miles of lakeshore, serves as a year-round draw. The area is also well-known for its high quality public and private schools. There is much to do and enjoy in area. There are events and festivals throughout the year, ranging from Fourth of July

fireworks in Excelsior to frozen Chilly Open golf in Wayzata in the winter. For outdoor enthusiasts, the lake offers recreation and relaxation as well as sporting opportunities to residents and visitors to the community. Regional and local parks and hundreds of miles of trails provide ample incentive to enjoy the outdoors. Take advantage of all that the Lake Minnetonka area has to offer! The Lifestyle Guide is a compilation of important information — a single source for lists of services, names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses. Keep it handy; use it often. Our apologies in advance for omissions or for changes that occur after publication. Please notify us of information that needs to be updated so it can be kept current throughout the year. If you would like additional copies of this publication, call our Circulation Department at 952-345-6682. Send information for the Lifestyle Guide to Amanda McKnight at amcknight@ swpub.com.

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LIFESTYLE SNAPSHOT

DEEPHAVEN

3,807 Population

$119,877

Median household income

$558,800 Median value of owner-occupied homes, 2008 - 2012

GREENWOOD

688

Population

$154,375

Median household income

$851,200 Median value of owner-occupied homes, 2008 - 2012

MINNETONKA

51,486 Population

$80,372

Median household income

$293,400 Median value of owner-occupied homes, 2009 - 2013

MINNETRISTA

6,885 Population

$118,099

$388,900 Median value of

$100,362

$539,000 Median value of

Median household income

owner-occupied homes, 2009 - 2013

ORONO

7,898 Population

Median household income

owner-occupied homes, 2009 - 2013

SHOREWOOD

7,557 Population

$116,154

$395,500 Median value of

$108,438

$652,500 Median value of

$151,875

$907,900 Median value of

Median household income

owner-occupied homes, 2009 - 2013

TONKA BAY

1,475 Population

Median household income

owner-occupied homes, 2008 - 2012

WOODLAND

452

Population

Median household income = $25,000

= $100,000

owner-occupied homes, 2008 - 2012

EXCELSIOR

2,188 Population

$51,444

$396,600 Median value of

$72,292

$256,600 Median value of

Median household income

owner-occupied homes, 2008 - 2012

LONG LAKE

1,798 Population

Median household income

owner-occupied homes, 2008 - 2012

MINNETONKA BEACH

558

Population

$124,375

$989,100 Median value of

$70,199

$206,600 Median value of

$84,392

$295,000 Median value of

$41,970

$344,400 Median value of

$66,136

$490,800 Median value of

$122,717

$371,000 Median value of

Median household income

owner-occupied homes, 2008 - 2012

MOUND

9,301 Population

Median household income

owner-occupied homes, 2009 - 2013

PLYMOUTH

75,057 Population

Median household income

owner-occupied homes, 2009 - 2013

SPRING PARK

1,701 Population

Median household income

owner-occupied homes, 2008 - 2012

WAYZATA

4,449 Population

Median household income

owner-occupied homes, 2008 - 2012

VICTORIA

8,374 Population

Median household income

owner-occupied homes, 2009 - 2013

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eeping occupied in the area is easy for residents and visitors alike. Local attractions such as festivals, parks, trails and gardens abound. Of course, the area is best known for Lake Minnetonka and its wide array of activities. “Lake Minnetonka area residents agree – there’s no better or lovelier place to live, to work, to raise a family, to learn, to worship, to grow old,” Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners Executive Director LaDonna Hoy said. “Lake Minnetonka is not just a destination; it’s a way of life,” said Tiffany Winter, Mound resident, author and owner of Cooks Bay Marketing. “Each community the lake touches embraces everything the lake offers with an abundance of boating and water activities, public parks lining the shore and summer festivals. It’s even a hot spot in the cold winters with communities of ice houses popping up in each bay and winter sports competitions held on the ice.” Excelsior resident and media personality Natalie Webster said anyone, regardless of age or interest, can find something they like in the area. “There really does seem to be something for everyone in the Lake Minnetonka area. You can boat, swim, kayak, fish and even surf. Having so many options does wonders for improving one’s quality of life. We really are blessed to be surrounded by so many beautiful and useful natural resources,” she said. “Anything and everything you could possibly need, you can find around here. There’s no need to leave the Lake Minnetonka bubble,” Webster said.

A speedboat plies the waters of Excelsior Bay. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

“It’s even a hot spot in the cold winters with communities of ice houses popping up in each bay and winter sports competitions held on the ice.”

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ATTRACTIONS PARKS Three Rivers Park District www.threeriversparks.org The mission of Three Rivers Park District is to promote environmental stewardship through recreation and education in a natural resources-based park system. The Park District was created in 1957. Since then, it has grown to encompass almost 27,000 acres of parks and trails and serves over 10 million visitors annually. Lake Minnetonka Regional Park is nestled on the shores of scenic Lake Minnetonka. A perfect spot for a family outing, the park offers a large, nautical-themed play area (open 9 a.m.–sunset daily) and a chlorinated, sandy-bottom swimming pond. You’ll also find picnic spots, a fishing pier, biking and hiking trails, and a boat launch and access point. Located on scenic Lake Independence, Baker Park Reserve offers 2,700 acres of natural landscape and accommodations for almost any activity from golfing to camping to cross-country skiing, and so much more. No matter the season, there’s always something fun to do. Three Rivers also operates the following: Carver Park Reserve 7025 Victoria Dr., Victoria Lake Auburn Campground reservations 763-559-6700 Lowry Nature Center 763-694-7650 A 3,700-acre park reserve where trumpeter swans and other wildlife have been nurtured. There are trails, camping, biking, fishing, children’s playground, Historic Grimm Farm and nature programs. Noerenberg Gardens 2865 Northshore Drive, Wayzata Noerenberg Memorial Gardens is known for its tranquility and spectacular beauty. Situated along the shore of Crystal Bay on Lake Minnetonka, Noerenberg is widely regarded as one of the finest formal gardens in Minnesota. Among its blend of perennials, annuals, trees, shrubs, and vines the garden fea-

tures ornamental shade trees and a stand of conifers, an extensive daylily collection, and “Northern Lights” azaleas. The garden is open for tours and is an idyllic location for weddings.

TRAILS Dakota Rail Regional Trail Hours: 5 a.m.–10 p.m. This 13-mile paved trail offers a spectacular view of Lake Minnetonka and follows the route of the former Dakota Rail Corridor through St. Bonifacius, Minnetrista, Mound, Spring Park, Minnetonka Beach, Orono and Wayzata. In Carver County, an additional 12.5 miles of paved trail extends west of St. Bonifacius to Mayer. Lake Minnetonka LRT Regional Trail Hours: 5 a.m –10 p.m. The Lake Minnetonka LRT Regional Trail stretches between Hopkins and Carver Park Reserve, offering scenic views of Lake Minnetonka along the way. It is an aggregate trail.

NATURE AREA MN Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Dr. Chanhassen 952-443-1400 www.arboretum.umn.edu The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum offers more than 1,000 acres of landscaped gardens, natural woodlands, wetlands and prairie, plant collections, and displays. Walk, hike, cross-country ski more than eight miles of trails. Open 363 days a year.

PARKS & ATTRACTIONS In addition to a variety of regional park offerings provided by Three Rivers Park District, there are plenty of popular community parks around Lake Minnetonka. Here’s a sampling: The Commons Lake Street, Excelsior The Excelsior Commons and Port of Excelsior are historic, dating to

Stand up paddle boarding has become a popular activity on Lake Minnetonka. (Photo by Amanda Schwarze)

the origins of the city, and are widely recognized as Excelsior’s chief assets. The 13-acre park includes open recreation areas, picnic sites, playgrounds, two swimming beaches,

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ATTRACTIONS sonal boats. In addition to traditional park uses, such as picnics and family gatherings, the Excelsior Commons and Port of Excelsior serve diverse recreational opportunities for all age groups with the annual Art Fair, Fourth of July celebration, organized spor t s,

and other large events. Cottagewood Children’s Park Cottagewood Avenue between Western Road and Park Place, Deephaven Cottagewood Children’s Park is located near the historic Cottagewood General Store, which dates back to 1895. The store is open seasonally May – October. The park has also been the traditional location for Deephaven’s 4th of July celebration. Lone Lake Park 5 6 24 S h a d y Oak Road Minnetonka Lone Lake

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Park is a stand-alone park, although its proximity to Shady Oak Beach expands the recreational opportunities for this area, as well as the community in general. Park features include views of Lone Lake from the shore and dock; expansive open space; and nearly two miles of formal trails, including a 1.2-mile loop from the lower main parking lot that offers scenic views of the various ecological areas in the park. The Wayzata Depot 402 Lake Street E. Wayzata A train museum is located in the Depot building. Three picnic tables (no grilling facilities) are located on-site, as well as grassy areas for picnics and enjoying the scenery around Lake Minnetonka. Mound Surfside Park Located off Bartlett Boulevard Mound Mound’s most celebrated park, Surfside, contains a sand beach on Lake Minnetonka, picnic facilities,

park pavilion, boat launch and open play area. The park is a favorite attraction for kids and adults alike. Surfside Park and Beach is host to many fun-filled events held annually.

BEACHES During the summer months, residents can take advantage of the water at numerous public beaches in the area. Some popular options include: LAKE MINNETONKA Excelsior Commons Beach Commons Park, Excelsior Nelson Lakeside Park Beach 1860 Symes Street, Long Lake Wayzata Beach 220 Grove Lane East Wekota Beach 300 W. Point Rd. Tonka Bay MINNETONKA Shady Oak Beach 5200 Shady Oak Road Minnetonka

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FOOD

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eople who stop at any of the local downtown areas will find a wealth of food options. Those who enjoy doing their own cooking can stop at one of the many farmers markets that run during the spring, summer and fall. Most days of the week, local residents and visitors don’t have to travel far to find a market with a variety of locally grown produce. Any menu items that aren’t available in the farmers markets can likely be found in one of the area’s many grocery stores and food cooperatives. Even the most passionate chef likes to take a night off now and then, and the area boasts a number of restaurants. Some establishments are great places to take the whole family without busting the budget, while others are perfect for a special night out on the town. “Over the last few years, Lake Minnetonka has truly become a dining destination, with a bounty of new and veteran restaurants to satisfy every craving,” said Tiffany Winter, author of “Lake Minnetonka Eats.” “There’s truly something for everyone – wood-fired pizza, Irish pub fare, classic American, mouthwatering prime steaks, amazingly fresh sushi. But it’s not only the food that’s the draw, many of the restaurants have stunning views of the lake. Getting to your dining destination is half the fun – by boat, car, bike, skis, snowmobile or whatever mode of transportation soaks up the best views of the lake.” Drinking local is also easily done with a wide variety of breweries, wineries and distilleries located in, or just a short drive outside of, the Lake Minnetonka area.

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FARMERS MARKETS The Lake Minnetonka area is home to many farmers markets during the summer and fall in area communities, including:

CHANHASSEN The Chanhassen Farmers Market every Saturday through the end of October (weather permitting). 9 a.m. — 1 p.m. Chanhassen’s City Center Park at the corner of Market Boulevard and 78th Street.

WAYZATA The Wayzata Farmers Market is open every Thursday from 1-5 p.m. through mid October. Located at the Wayzata American Legion, 949 Wayzata Blvd E, Wayzata. The market will feature local produce, meats, flowers, honey, maple syrup, baked goods, jams and some unique finds.

EXCELSIOR The Excelsior Farmers Market is held on Tuesdays, May through

October, from 2-6 p.m. The market is located on Water Street in downtown Excelsior between 2nd and 3rd Streets. Parking is available at Excelsior Elementary School, and both public lots behind Water Street.

MINNETONKA The Minnetonka Farmers Market is Tuesdays from 3-7 p.m. through September, at the Minnetonka Civic Center Campus, 14600 Minnetonka Boulevard, Minnetonka. Stay updated to the Farmers’ Market on Facebook.

MOUND The market has more than 20 vendors who offer fresh produce, flowers, products created by local artisans, food and beverages, as well as live music by local acts. The market is open Saturdays from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. near the Mound Transit Center, 5515 Shoreline Drive. For additional information visit www. moundfarmersmarketandmore.org.

PLYMOUTH More than 20 vendors providing fresh, locally grown produce and foods. Check out great local musicians. Children’s activities and theme nights are provided throughout the season. Wednesdays from 2:30-6:30 p.m. Parkers Lake Playfield parking lot, 15500 County Road 6. Through September. For more information visit www.plymouthmn. gov.

CHASKA The Chaska Downtown Farmers Market has a large variety of products including locally grown

Visit the Chaska Farmers Market and enjoy local honey with your summer dishes. (Submitted photo)

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A statue of a firefighter stands outside the Wayzata Fire Department. (Photo by Amanda Schwarze)

COLLABORATIVE SPIRIT APPARENT A

“The area can boast of great schools and libraries, a very engaged civic community and top notch police and fire departments.”

pride in community and a willingness to work together characterize - LaDonna Hoy the many forms of government that serve the Lake Minnetonka area. LaDonna Hoy, executive director of Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners, said the area can boast of great schools and libraries, a very engaged civic community and top notch police and fire departments. In the public safety realm, the community’s collaborative spirit is particularly evident. The area’s police and fire departments typically cover more than one city, and first responders regularly cross municipal borders to help their colleagues on mutual aid calls. Lake Minnetonka unites the area, and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District and Lake Minnetonka Conservation District frequently work with the many cities along its shores. Both agencies are working hard to keep harmful invasive species out of the lake, as well as to improve its water quality and overall health. Hennepin County provides many services to the area, including the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office Water Patrol, located in Spring Park. The Water Patrol is responsible for the response and investigations of water-related incidents within the county, and it provides services such as ice rescue, swift water rescue and airborne rescue. The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners is also working closely on the Southwest Light Rail Transit project. If the project is given final approval, it will have a large impact on the lake area, especially in Minnetonka where a station may be constructed.

GOVERNMENT

Opened in 2014, the new Excelsior Library’s large, open gathering areas are surrounded by books, periodicals and computers, along with murals depicting local scenes and places. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

GOVERNMENT

The city of Plymouth recently constructed a veterans memorial (Photo by Amanda Schwarze)

LIBRARIES HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM Renewals 612-543-8811 www.hclib.org “Ask Us” information service at 612-543-KNOW, or text “hclib” to 66746 or www.hclib.org/askus The Hennepin County Library system is affiliated with the Metropolitan Library Service Agency (MELSA), which allows Hennepin County Library card holders access to other libraries in the seven county metropolitan area. REGIONAL LIBRARY Ridgedale Library 12601 Ridgedale Dr. Minnetonka 612-543-8800 Hennepin County’s Ridgedale Regional Center includes a Service Center for licensing.

AREA LIBRARIES Excelsior Library 337 Water Street 612-543-6350 Long Lake Library 1865 Wayzata Blvd. W. 612-543-6425 Minnetonka Library 17524 Excelsior Blvd. 612-543-5725 Plymouth Library 15700 36th Ave. N. Plymouth 612-543-5825 Wayzata Library 620 Rice St. 612-543-6150 Westonka Library 2079 Commerce Blvd. Mound 612-543-6175

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For a list of all the suburban Hennepin County libraries, their hours and locations, visit www.hclib.org.

MUNICIPALITIES DEEPHAVEN City Hall 20225 Cottagewood Road cityofdeephaven.org DEEPHAVEN CITY COUNCIL Mayor Paul Skrede Council members Darel Gustafson Stephen Erickson Tony Jewett Keith Kask EXCELSIOR City Hall 339 Third Street, Excelsior ci.excelsior.mn.us

EXCELSIOR CITY COUNCIL Mayor Mark Gaylord Council members John Beattie Todd Carlson Jennifer Caron Greg Miller GREENWOOD City Hall 20225 Cottagewood Rd., Deephaven greenwoodmn.com GREENWOOD CITY COUNCIL Mayor Deb Kind Council members Bill Cook Tom Fletcher Bob Quam Rob Roy

GOVERNMENT Mike Taylor

Council members Jahn Dyvik Kurt Kaminski Liz Olson Marty Schneider

MINNETRISTA

MINNETONKA City Hall 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. Minnetonka eminnetonka.com/ MINNETONKA CITY COUNCIL Mayor Terry Schneider Council members Dick Allendorf Council Member, At Large, Seat A Patty Acomb Council Member, At Large, Seat B Bob Ellingson Council Member, Ward 1 Term ends Dec. 31, 2015 Tony Wagner Council Member, Ward 2 Term ends Dec. 31, 2015 Brad Wiersum Council Member, Ward 3 Term ends Dec. 31, 2015 Tim Bergstedt Council Member, Ward 4 Term ends Dec. 31, 2015

A new class of Plymouth Police Explorers receive a briefing. (Submitted photo)

LONG LAKE City Hall 450 Virginia Avenue Long Lake longlakemn.gov LONG LAKE CITY COUNCIL Mayor Donny Chillstrom

MINNETONKA BEACH City Hall 2945 Westwood Road Minnetonka Beach ci.minnetonka-beach.mn.us MINNETONKA BEACH CITY COUNCIL Mayor Rick Skalla Council members Jill Bartel Randy Gilster Paul Kozloski Jaci Lindstrom

City Hall 7701 Co Rd 110 W. Minnetrista ci.minnetrista.mn.us MINNETRISTA CITY COUNCIL Mayor Lisa Whalen

Jeffry Wosje Ward 2 Marge Beard Ward 3 Jim Prom Ward 4 Ned Carroll At Large Jim Willis At Large SHOREWOOD

Council members Bob Christians Mark Vanderlinde Pam Mortenson Patricia Thoele MOUND City Hall 2415 Wilshire Boulevard Mound cityofmound.com MOUND CITY COUNCIL Mayor Mark Wegscheid Council members Heidi Gesch Kelli Gillispie Jennifer Peterson Ray Salazar ORONO City Hall 2750 Kelley Parkway Orono ci.orono.mn.us ORONO CITY COUNCIL Mayor Lili McMillan Council members Jim Cornick Jr Lizz Levang Aaron H. Printup Dennis Walsh PLYMOUTH City Hall 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth plymouthmn.gov PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL Mayor Kelli Slavik Council members Judy Johnson Ward 1

City Hall 5755 Country Club Rd. Shorewood ci.shorewood.mn.us SHOREWOOD CITY COUNCIL Mayor Scott Zerby Council members Jennifer Labadie Debbie Siakel Kristine Sundberg Richard Woodruff SPRING PARK City Hall 4349 Warren Ave Spring Park ci.spring-park.mn.us SPRING PARK CITY COUNCIL Mayor Bruce Williamson Council members Shirley Bren Pamela Horton Gary Hughes Megan Pavot TONKA BAY City Hall 4901 Manitou Rd. Tonka Bay cityoftonkabay.net TONKA BAY CITY COUNCIL Mayor Gerry De La Vega Council members Jeff Anderson Elli Ansari Jeff Clapp Jonathan Grothe VICTORIA City Hall 1670 Stieger Lake Lane Victoria 2015 | lakeshore.bigfishlifestyle.com

GOVERNMENT

Large windows in the Wayzata branch of the Hennepin County Library give patrons a view of a manicured green space. (Photo by Amanda Schwarze)

ci.victoria.mn.us VICTORIA CITY COUNCIL Mayor Tom O’Connor Council members Lani Basa Jim Crowley Tom Strigel Tom Vogt

Cities metropolitan area that participate in water planning and implementation include: Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Watershed Administrator (952) 471-0590 www.minnehahacreek.org

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compassing 189 cities and townships and a population of 2.85 million. It is divided into 16 districts. The governor appoints a representative for each, as well as the council chairperson.

VOTING INFORMATION Political Party Contacts Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party (DFL) 255 E. Plato Blvd., St. Paul 651-293-1200 Republican Party of Minnesota (GOP) 525 Park St., St. Paul 651-222-0022 Independence Party (IP) P.O. Box 40495, St. Paul 651-487-9700

MINNESOTA State Legislature Senate Information 651-296-0504 www.senate.mn House Information 651-296-2146 www.house.leg.state.mn.us CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICES Gov. Mark Dayton (D) 116 Veterans Service Building 20 W 12th Street St. Paul, MN 55155 www.mn.gov/governor Attorney General Lori Swanson (D) 1400 Bremer Tower, 445 Minnesota St. St. Paul, MN 55101

651-296-3353 Email attorney.general@state.mn.us Secretary of State Steve Simon (D) 180 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 651-296-2803 www.sos.state.mn.us State Auditor Rebecca Otto (D) 525 Park St., #500 St. Paul, MN 55103 651-296-2551 www.auditor.state.mn.us

UNITED STATES U.S. Senate Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D) 302 Hart Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-3244 www.klobuchar.senate.gov 1200 Washington Ave. S., Suite 250 Minneapolis, MN 55415 612-727-5220 Sen. Al Franken (D) 309 Hart Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-5641 www.franken.senate.gov 60 E. Plato Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55107 651-221-1016 House of Representatives Rep. Erik Paulsen (R–3rd District) 127 Cannon House Office Bldg., Washington, D.C., 20515 1-202-225-2871 www.paulsen.house.gov 250 Prairie Center Drive, #230, Eden Prairie 952-405-8510

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Ridgeview operates a number of clinics in the Lake Minnetonka area as well as a hospital in nearby Waconia. (Photo by Amanda Schwarze)

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hough the Lake Minnetonka area is made up of a collection of small towns, residents have a variety of places to go to maintain and improve their health. Local clinics and hospitals allow residents high-quality health care access that people have in larger communities, Gillespie Center Director Mindy Anderson said. “In the Lake Minnetonka area, we can live a great life and have convenient services right in our neighborhood,” she said. “You can drive down the street to the clinic, the community center – for free hearing checks, blood pressure checks, visits with the Senior Community Services outreach worker – the gym/fitness center and visit your local dentist or eye doctor.” The wide variety of clinics operating in the area make it easy to see a doctor, pediatrician, dentist, optometrist or chiropractor who is nearby. People also have their choice of a number of facilities to improve their physical and mental well being, such as gyms, yoga studios and wellness centers. Trails like the Dakota Rail Trail and Luce Line make it easy and safe to walk, jog, run or bicycle outside. Nonprofits like Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners (IOCP), Western Communities Action Network, Inc. (WeCAN) and local food shelves also contribute to the community’s health. The organizations help families going through financial hardships put nutritious food on their tables. During the summer, their services are particularly needed with families whose children are no longer getting breakfast and lunch at school.

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E Boats sail downwind with spinnakers flying during an E Boat Invitational Regatta on Lake Minnetonka. (Photo by Nancy Middleton)

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or generations, Lake Minnetonka has been a gathering place for those in love with the water — eager to escape winter hibernation to swim or sail. Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the Wayzata Yacht Club (WYC) has long been a gathering place for water enthusiasts, and one of its most enduring programs has been the Wayzata Community Sailing Center (WCSC), a nonprofit organization established by boosters at the WYC as a place for the community to learn both sailing and the important life lessons that it can teach. “I am involved because, like many parents, our family received so many gifts that keep on giving from WCSC,” said WCSC parent and volunteer Elli Ansari. “This place on the lake and the activity of sailing had a profound and lifelong impact on our daughter. Sailing is intergenerational, co-ed and the great equalizer. WCSC’s rallying flag is is simply, ‘Sailing For Everyone!’ If you are ready and willing — you can become able.” WCSC is one of only 25 centers in the United States to have the U.S. Sailing designation of Community Sailing Center, with the responsibility to provide affordable access through a wide variety of programs, clinics, events and fundraising efforts to lake area residents and the region. Nearly 1,000 people use the WCSC during sailing season — Providence Academy and Wayzata, Benilde-St. Margaret’s, Orono and Chanhassen high schools and the University of Minnesota and University of St. Thomas call it home port. The WCSC is engaged in a capital campaign, as it has outgrown its current building. The vision for the new center includes a large gathering room, lab, kitchen facilities and handicap accessibility in order to serve more people all year round. Expanded offerings could include STEM clinics, nautical history and water safety classes.

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LEISURE

Horse drawn wagon rides on a beautiful afternoon are part of autumn life at Gale Woods Farm. (Photo by Mark Trockman) The Steamboat Minnehaha travels the waters of Lake Minnetonka during the Excelsior Art on the Lake art fair. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

ART CENTERS Minnetonka Center for the Arts 2240 North Shore Drive Wayata www.minnetonkaarts.org Mission: The belief that the visual arts are indispensable to a healthy community, it is the mission of the Minnetonka Center for the Arts to provide teaching excellence, quality exhibitions and cultural enrichment for people of all ages, interests and abilities. From its beginning, the Minnetonka Center for the Arts’ purpose has been to help a diverse group of Minnesotans — particularly families and childrenmake art a part of everyday life.

HISTORICAL SOCIETIES Lake Minnetonka is rich in histor y. “Minnetonka,” a Native American word meaning “Big Waters ,” has his tor y that is captured and displayed in area historical societies, including:

E xce l si o r- L a ke M in n eto n ka Historical Society 305 Water St., Excelsior http://elmhs.org/ Minnetonka Historical Society City of Minnetonka 14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka www.minnetonka-history.org/ The Bur well House, which is now on the National Register of Historic Places and is owned by the city of Minnetonka, serves as a museum for the Minnetonka Historical Society. Wayzata Historical Society 401 E. Lake St., Wayzata www.wayzatahistoricalsociety.org/ Western Hennepin County Pioneer Assoc. Museum 1953 W Wayzata Blvd Long Lake, Mn 55356 www.whcpa-museum.org

EVENTS & FESTIVALS Excelsior Art on the Lake June 11, 12, 2016

excelsior-lakeminnetonkachamber.com Chilly open Saturday Feb. 6, 2016 Downtown Wayzata. More than 1,000 golfers golf on frozen Lake Minnetonka. wayzatachillyopen.com.

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Minnetonka Summer Festival The Summer Festival is held annually, generally on the fourth Saturday in June at the Minnetonka Civic Center Campus, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka. The festivities conclude with fireworks. Burwell House Festival & Art Fair The Burwell Arts and Crafts Fair is held annually, generally on the fourth Saturday in June, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Charles H. Burwell House, 13209 E. McGinty Road, Minnetonka.

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The Cottagewood July 4th Kids Parade follows the same route taken during the first parade over 50 years ago in Deephaven. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

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hen choosing a place to live, examining the strengths of the local school district is often foremost in many parents’ minds, and with good reason: a solid education is a critical part of every child’s development. In the Lake Minnetonka area families are fortunate to have choice options, between several respected private and parochial schools and four public districts that placed in the top ten in the Niche 2015 Best High Schools of Minnesota Rankings: Minnetonka, Wayzata, Orono, and Mound Westonka in the Westonka District. Additionally, according to U.S. News and World Report’s 2015 U.S. News Best High Schools Rankings, of Minnesota’s 774 high schools, Minnetonka ranked fourth in the state. “I think that the biggest strength is the high quality of our teachers and the quality of programs that we’ve been able to put in place over the last seven or eight years,” said Dr. Dennis Peterson, superintendent of Minnetonka School District. In addition to displaying above average scores in reading and mathematics proficiency and college readiness, Minnetonka High School students have the opportunity to take both Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses. Districtwide, the Navigators program guides high-achieving students, and teachers and administrators have maintained a goal over the last three years to support average and struggling students, contributing to the overall strong performance of the district. The Spanish and Chinese language immersion programs have thrived at the elementary and middle school levels, and have now reached the high school with the inaugural class of students.

“I think that the biggest strength is the high quality of our teachers and the quality of programs that we’ve been able to put in place over the last seven or eight years.”

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EDUCATION MINNETONKA SCHOOL DISTRICT District Service Center 5621 County Road 101, Minnetonka 55345 952-401-5000 minnetonka.k12.mn.us Administration Dennis Peterson Superintendent SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS Karen Walkowski Term ends Dec. 31, 2015 952-412-5316 Lisa Wagner 952-474-2205 Term ends Dec. 31, 2015

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SCHOOLS Clear Springs Elementary (K-5) 5701 County Road 101, Minnetonka Deephaven Elementary (K-5) 4452 Vine Hill Rd., Deephaven

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Bob Tunheim 952-476-2684 Term expires Dec. 31, 2015 SCHOOLS Schumann Elementary 765 Old Crystal Bay Rd. N., Orono Orono Intermediate School 685 Old Crystal Bay Rd . N., Orono Orono Middle School 800 Old Crystal Bay Rd. N., Long Lake Orono High School 795 Old Crystal Bay Rd. N., Orono WAYZATA SCHOOL DISTRICT District Administration Building 210 County Road 101 North, Plymouth

Linda Cohen 952-544-1817 Term expires Dec. 31, 2015 Jay Hesby 763-478-8018 Term expires Dec. 31, 2015 Carter Peterson 952-476-1395 Term expires Dec. 31, 2015 Cheryl Polzin 763-473-3949 Term expires Dec. 31, 2015

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Gleason Lake Elementary 310 County Road 101 North, Plymouth Greenwood Elementary 18005 Medina Road, Plymouth

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Orono Woods is a vibrant senior community nestled in the woods of Long Lake and Orono, just minutes from Wayzata and Ridgedale Shopping Center. Special Features “Call today to ﬁnd out more on how to • Balconies with beautiful wooded views make us your • Complimentary continental breakfast new home.” Monday-Friday

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Wayzataâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tyler Didier sails into the end zone for a touchdown during a rivalry game with Minnetonka. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

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LIVING Kimberly Lane Elementary 17405 Old Rockford Road, Plymouth

Administration Kevin Borg Superintendent

Oakwood Elementary 17340 County Road 6, Plymouth Plymouth Creek Elementary 16005 41st Avenue North, Plymouth Sunset Hill Elementary 13005 Sunset Trail, Plymouth Central Middle School 305 Vicksburg Lane North, Wayzata East Middle School 12000 Ridgemount Avenue, Plymouth West Middle School 149 Barry Avenue North, Wayzata Wayzata High School 4955 Peony Lane, Plymouth WESTONKA SCHOOL DISTRICT Educational Service Center 5901 Sunnyfield Road East, Minnetrista 952-491 8001 westonka.k12.mn.us

WESTONKA SCHOOL BOARD David Botts 651-554-3141 Term expires Dec. 31, 2015 Ann Bremer 952-472-9062 Term expires Dec. 31, 2015 David Bond 952-217-6564 Term expires Dec. 31, 2015 Loren Davis 952-472-1262 Ralph Harrison 952-472-7845 Term expires Dec. 31, 2015 Gina Smith 612-210-1200 Gary Wollner 612-812-6338

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SCHOOLS Hilltop Primary 5700 Game Farm Road, Minnetrista Shirley Hills Primary 2450 Wilshire Boulevard, Mound Grandview Middle School 1881 Commerce Boulevard, Mound Mound Westonka High School 5905 Sunnyfield Road East, Minnetrista NON PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS Providence Academy A private, co ed, Catholic college preparatory school. Providence’s motto: “Faith, Knowledge, Virtue.” 15100 Schmidt Lake Rd., Plymouth (763) 258 2500 providenceacademy.org/ Holy Family Catholic High School S e r v in g g ra d e s 9-1 2 w it h a Lassalian co-educational college prep program. 8101 Kochia Lane, Victoria 952-443-4659 hfchs.org

Wayzata Community Sailing School’s high school teams. (Submitted photo)

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Map courtesy of Minnehaha Creek Watershed District

“We knew that our community was very generous and often wanted to donate things...”

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— Liz Erstad-Hicks, IOCP Community Engagement Manager.

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James J. Hill Days, held in September in Wayzata, includes the ever popular Dachshund Races. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

Village Shoppes

Paver Doctor

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Albers Jewelry

State Farm - Janet Symons

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Brambillas Inc.

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American Family Insurance

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rom small and family-owned businesses to franchises, from retail to banking, realty to restaurants and home goods, the perfect gift, meal, event, trip, outfit or room — if you can dream it, you can find it in one of the thousands of businesses that call Lake Minnetonka home. Because of its culture of lake recreation, the Lake Minnetonka area has a high number of water-related businesses. Boat sales, recreation equipment stores, marinas, and lakeside restaurants are all plentiful. High-priced homes also create a competitive real estate market for those looking to put their name on the sale of a luxurious abode. While quality goods and services are prized by residents and visitors alike, a sense of giving back to the community also runs strong in the philosophies of many local businesses, particularly those that allow customers to shop with purpose. Since 2011 ReSale101, adjacent to Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners at 1605 County Road 101 North in Plymouth, has given local shoppers the opportunity to donate and purchase clothing, accessories, furniture, home accents and other items in a way that directly assists the clients of IOCP — families and individuals working to move out of poverty. IOCP clients interested in shopping at ReSale 101 consult with case managers and are given gift cards, allowing them to shop for items that match their personal style. “We knew our clients needed clothing for their kids, professional clothes for work and things for their houses as they transitioned,” said Liz Erstad-Hicks, IOCP Community Engagement Manager, of the birth of ReSale 101. “We wanted to make sure people in our community had access to those things, and we also knew that our community was very generous and often wanted to donate things like that. It’s a great way to serve families with dignity and respect. They have the same great selection that all our customers do and they can find things that help them feel confident.”

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The James J. Hill Days carnival kept the multitudes raptured with spinning rides, sugar based eats, and games of chance on Lake Street in downtown Wayzata. (Photos by Mark Trockman)

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INTRODUCING The Birches at Trillium Woods Health Center The Birches is a stunning community for those in need of long-term skilled nursing care or specialized memory support. Designed with natural light, Plymouth’s all-new health care community feels like a resort. The true mission is providing resident-centered, compassionate and competent care that maximizes quality of life for residents and their families.

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The Girls Night Out Fashion Show in Excelsior features the latest in accessory and apparel pieces. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

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Photo by Mark Trockman The Orono Lions Club annual Snowball Open gives golfers a chance to keep their winter game in shape on Long Lake. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

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A quiet moment above the shore of Lake Minnetonka on the hill behind the bandstand on the Commons during the 35th Annual Excelsior Art on the Lake put on by the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber Of Commerce. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY AUTOMOTIVE

DENTAL

Lenzen

Eckart Dental

2860 Chaska Blvd. Chaska, MN 55318 952-388-0746 www.lenzenchevbuick.com

CHIROPRACTIC South Shakopee Chiropractic 1830 Marschall Rd. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-451-3761

CHURCH Living Christ Lutheran Church 820 Lake Dr. Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-934-5110 www.lclc.360unite.com

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Lake Minnetonka Ortho

250 North Central Ave., Suite 302 Excelsior, MN 55331 952-474-0288 www.lakeminnetonkaortho.com

300 First Ave. E. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-1352 www.eckartdental.com

Prairie Dental Group

6608 Flying Cloud Dr., Ste. 200 Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-903-5000 www.prairiedental.com

Excelsior Family Dental

348 2nd St. Ste 200 Excelsior, MN 55331 952-474-6515 www.excelsiorfamilydental.com

Stone Creek Dental

Lake Minnetonka Ortho

11601 Minnetonka Mills Road Minnetonka, MN 55305 952-474-0288 www.lakeminnetonkaortho.com

Lake Minnetonka Ortho

348 2nd St. Excelsior, MN 55331 952-474-0288 www.lakeminnetonkaortho.com

Coldwell Banker Burnet 19400 Highway 7 Excelsior, MN 55331

7935 Stone Creek Dr., Ste 150 Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-937-2839 www.stonecreekdental.biz

Valley Dental Care

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Ofﬁce: 952-470-2565 Cell: 612-309-8332 Fax: 952-474-9583

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MARKETPLACE DINING/ENTERTAINMENT Al and Alma’s Supper Club 5201 Pieper Rd. Mound, MN 55364 952-472-3098 www.al-almas.com

Lady of the Lake Cruises

8 Water St. Excelsior, MN 55331 952-929-1209 www.ladyofthelakecruise.com

FINANCIAL

Swanke Financial Group 6867 Boudin Ave NE #2 Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-997-8900 www.swankefinancial.com

Tempo Investment

Candlelight Floral

American Family Insurance

5269 U.S. Hwy. 12 Maple Plain, MN 55359 763-479-1906 www.insurance-agency.amfam.com

Carver Insurance

212 Broadway Carver, MN 55315 952-448-4580 www.carinsgroup.com

Bertas Funeral

200 W. Third St. Chaska, MN 55318 952-448-2137 www.bertasfh.com

7924 Victoria Dr. Ste 211 Victoria, MN 55386 952-300-8836 www.tempo-investments.com

FLORIST 275 E. Lake Street Wayzata, MN 55391 952-473-2564 www.candlelightfloral.com

Shakopee Florist

409 1st Ave. E. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-0868 www.shakopeeflorist.com

Better water ﬂows from better thinking!

FUNERAL/CREMATION

White Funeral Home

12804 Nicollet Ave. Burnsville, MN 55337 952-894-5080 www.whitefuneralhomes.com

GOLF Bent Creek Golf Club

14490 Valley View Rd. Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-937-0789 www.bentcreekgolfclub.com

Meadows at Mystic Lake Golf Course 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd. NW Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-233-5533 www.golfthemeadows.com

Leipolds of Excelsior A House of Lamp Shades of All Styles

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MARKETPLACE HOME SERVICES American Residential Services 8160 County Rd. 42 Savage, MN 55378 952-447-5074 www.agreatgc.com

PETS

I Got A Guy

612 Broadway St. N. Jordan, MN 55352 612-424-2489 www.igotaguymn.com

Chaska Veterinary Hospital - Dr. Waag 1601 White Oak Dr. Chaska, MN 55318 952-448-6644 www.chaskavet.com

Quality Heating

B Kahler Designs

6886 Langford Dr. Edina, MN 55346 612-716-4222 www.bkahlerdesigns.com

Outdoor Living and Landscaping

8229 Upland Cir. Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-361-3399 www.outdoorlivingandlandscapinginc.com

Drapes By Janice

4087 County Road 79 Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-5683

Druk Upholstery

12912 Ventura Ct. #121 Shakopee, MN 55379 952-403-1110 www.quality-heating.com

Fido’s Pantry

2473 Hwy. 7 Excelsior, MN 55331 952-474-9383 www.fidospantry.com

Tonka Garage Door 5429 Shoreline Dr. Mound, MN 55364 952-290-0895 www.tonkagd.com

Pampered Paws

14031 Hwy. 13 South Front Rd. Savage, MN 55378 952-226-7297 www.pamperedpawssavage.com

NEWSPAPERS/MEDIA Lakeshore Weekly News

1001 Twelve Oaks Center Dr., Suite 1017 Wayzata, MN 55391 952-473-0890 www.weeklynews.com

3627 Colfax Ave. N. Minneapolis, MN 952-920-3522 www.dickdrukupholstery.com

PHONE/COMPUTER REPAIR iRepair

1310 Wayzata Blvd. E Wayzata, MN 55391 952-261-3553 www.irepair.mn

Quality Work by Experienced Craftsmen Residential & Commercial Interior • Exterior Staining • Enameling Specialty Coatings & Finishes “Green” Painting Solutions New Construction/ Remodeling Maintenance • Repair • Restoration

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www.fiveswans.com 315 E. Lake Street Wayzata, MN 55391 952-473-4685

MARKETPLACE REAL ESTATE Edina Realty Wayzata

1000 Superior Blvd. Wayzata, MN 55391 952-475-2411 www.wayzata.edinarealty.com

RETAIL Artworks Art and Frame 345 Water St. Excelsior, MN 55331 952-474-5000 www.artworksexcelsior.com

Eden Prairie Liquor

16508 W. 78th St. Eden Prarie, MN 55346 952-949-8432 www.edenprairieliquor.org

Jubilee Foods

2131 Commerce Blvd. Mound, MN 55364 952-472-3108 www.moundjubilee.com

Link Lumber

1440 W. 3rd Ave. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-3240 www.linklumber.com

Mazopiya

2571 Credit Union Dr. Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-233-9140 www.mazopiya.com

Mustard Seed

10000 Great Plains Chaska, MN 55318 952-361-9954 www.themustardseedinc.com

607 EAST LAKE ST. WAYZATA, MN (612) 817-4493

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SALONS Cypress Salon

2342 Cyrpress Ln. Mound, MN 55364 952-472-8554 www.cypresssalon.com

SCHOOLS/EDUCATION

Paver Doctor

Eden Prairie Community Education

TC Running Company

Southwest Christian High School

9905 10th Ave. N. Plymouth, MN 55441 630-241-0410 www.paverme.com 6405 City W. Pkwy. B5 Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-944-7386 www.tcrunningco.com

SHELLY STORCH FINE JEWELRY FINE NEW DESIGNER ANTIQUE & ESTATE JEWELRY

Yetzer’s

8040 Mitchell Rd. Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-975-6940 www.edenpr.org 1981 Bavaria Rd. Chaska, MN 55318 952-556-0040 www.swchs.org

of Wayzata

952-249-1500

Your Locally Owned Print, Pack and Ship Experts

Proudly serving the greater Lake Minnetonka area for over 20 years.

We Specialize! Arts • Antiques • Furniture • Household Goods Hard-to-Ship Items • Freight

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PETS A competitor returns to shore during the 2015 Splash for Cash contest at the Dog Days Pet Expo in Mound. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

Pets get patriotic during Excelsior’s Girls Night Out. (Photo by Meghan Davy)

PETS ADORED IN LAKE-AREA COMMUNITIES M

any local pet owners would agree that four-legged companions thrive in Lake Minnetonka’s communities, thanks to services provided by pet-centered businesses, several highly ranked local veterinarians, a variety of pet training and grooming facilities, dog friendly patios and retail shops, and of course the area’s many beloved dog parks. Several annual events also celebrate furry members of the family, including the Daschund Races at James J. Hill Days in Wayzata, and the Pet Fashion Show at Excelsior Girls Night Out. “This has been a great community for us to be a part of — the people here really are passionate about their pets,” said Kati Jackson, store manager of the Minnetonka Chuck & Don’s. The independent pet food and product supplier also has a location in Wayzata, and Chuck & Don’s stores develop relationships with local rescue groups and charities that benefit animals, allowing customers to support their work. One such area organization that is Excelsior’s Northstar Shih Tzu Rescue, which operates as a no-kill rescue that provides rescue and adoption services. “Owners come in and ask a lot of great questions,” said Jackson. “They are already really educated, so we get to meet a lot of fun pets who are obviously adored.”

“This has been a great community for us to be a part of — the people here really are passionate about their pets.”

— Kati Jackson, store manager, Minnetonka Chuck & Don’s.

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PETS

Right: Three-year-old Border Collie Lark, and his human, Margaret Johnson, investigate a photographer in the Upper Hayfield at Gale Woods Farm. (Photo by Mark Trockman)

HUMANE SOCIETY Animal Humane Society www.animalhumanesociety.org The Animal Humane Society has five locations in the Twin Cities. The organization, which is self supporting, is committed to engaging and serving local communities of people and animals and providing comprehensive programs and services to compassionately serve all of the stages of an animal’s life. Programs at the society’s five campuses (Buffalo, Coon Rapids, Golden Valley, St. Paul and Woodbury) include the following: Adoption and surrender At society facilities, there are cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, guinea pigs, mice, rats, hamsters, gerbils, chinchillas and ferrets available for adoption. All animals receive examinations, vaccinations and medical treatments, behavior assessments, microchipping and spaying or neutering for all cats, dogs, rabbits and ferrets prior to adoption. The Animal Humane Society has an open admission philosophy, which means it accepts every animal regardless of health, age, breed or temperament that is surrendered. There are no time limits that regulate how long adoptable animals are available at our adoption centers. As long as the animal remains in good health and temperament, it is available until it is adopted. In addition, the society regularly works with partner organizations

throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, Iowa and Wisconsin who ask for assistance when their shelters are full. Each week the society provides nearly 40 dog training classes at its locations in Coon Rapids, Golden Valley and Woodbury As a private non-profit organization, the organization receives no federal, state or government funding and rely totally on private donations, merchandise sales and adoption fees. Nearby locations include: Buffalo 4375 Hwy. 55 S.E. Buffalo, MN 55313 (763) 390-3647

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Golden Valley 845 Meadow Ln. N. Golden Valley, MN 55422 (763) 522-4325 Carver-Scott Humane Society www.carverscotths.org The Carver-Scott Humane Society serves Carver and Scott counties as well as a portion of Hennepin County. The organization is currently without a permanent building; all abandoned pets are housed in foster care until permanent adoption. The humane society frequently hosts pet adoption days at area locations. To help an animal by fostering or donating litter or unopened pet food, call (952) 368-3553, line 4, or visit www.carverscotths.org.

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‘IMAGES OF AMERICA: LAKE MINNETONKA’ BY LISA STEVENS

he wonders of Lake Minnetonka have been touted to tourists and residents alike for over 150 years. Early on, newspaper editors and land speculators wrote about the health benefits of the lake’s mild summer climate, and as tourism increased, illustrated souvenir tourist guides lured travelers from around the world with descriptions of luxurious hotels, massive steamboats, amusement parks, and all manner of lake activities. Summer cottage communities sprouted, and eventually, so did substantial year-round homes. As people began to choose the lake for permanent residency, guides and directories were written – much like this one – to promote local businesses, schools, churches and civic organizations that catered to Lake Minnetonka residents and their particular needs. Historic guides like those pictured here are a great resource for historians and are often used to aid them in their research. It’s likely that the lifestyle guide you are reading now may fascinate future historians as they learn about Lake Minnetonka in 2015. This year the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka, Wayzata and Westonka Historical Societies collaborated to produce “Images of America: Lake Minnetonka” from Arcadia Publishing, now in its third printing. The book combines the photo collections and research of the three organizations, and the authors also consulted many historic tourist and resident guides to help them present an accurate picture of lake area history. In fact, the book serves as something of a tour guide to the past – highlighting the businesses and organizations that served lake residents over the past century. Like the guides of old, the book contains more photos than text, and while it does feature familiar commercial shots, it also includes many never-before-published candid photos taken by amateurs over the decades, allowing glimpses of everyday life. “Images of America: Lake Minnetonka” is available from the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society, Wayzata Historical Society and Westonka Historical Society, as well as from local merchants and from the publisher at www. arcadiapublishing.com. Stevens is a volunteer with the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society.

lakeshore.bigfishlifestyle.com | 2015

More information To learn more about the history of Lake Minnetonka visit: Deephaven Historical Society, www.cityofdeephaven.org Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society, www.elmhs.org Minnesota Streetcar Museum, www.trolleyride.org Minnetonka Historical Society, www.minnetonka-history.org Museum of Lake Minnetonka, www.steamboatminnehaha.org Wayzata Historical Society, www.wayzatahistoricalsociety.org Western Hennepin County Pioneer Association, www.whcpa-museum.org Westonka Historical Society, www.westonkahistoricalsociety.org

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