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 mixed and mingled for an evening of meaningful conversation, connection, and, of course, great wine. Between sips and plenty of laughter, we had the...

Life + Culture

A Space for Healing

Find connection, support, and renewed hope at The Grief Club of Minnesota Article by Emily McKeever Loss touches more children than we often realize. And while grief is never easy, experiencing it at a young age can be especially overwhelming. When the loss of a loved one comes far too early, having the right support can make all the difference. And that's why The Grief Club of Minnesota, which provides a space for grieving children, teens, young adults, and their caregivers to share, connect...

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OBGYN West Premier Prenatal Collaborative

Healthier Moms. Healthier Babies. Health Partnerships for Life Article by David Scheller “As first-time parents, this program helped us in learning a lot of new things, which made our pregnancy journey beautiful. The care provided by doctors and staff was compassionate.” – New Mom A “We would 100 percent do this program again! With it being our first, we were brought so much comfort going through this with parents on our same timeline.” – New Mom B “We loved it! My husband is also so...

Shopping

Spoil Her This Mother’s Day

Trust us, here’s what she’ll love from these favorites Article by Emily McKeever Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms and mother figures out there! We hope it’s a day—or heck, a weekend—where you’re pampered from head to toe by your loved ones. Moms wear many hats, and one of them is offering guidance, whether it’s helping navigate challenges or simply being a listening ear. It’s a responsibility that many moms find rewarding–sharing wisdom and teaching life skills. But it can also be a little...

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Your Guide to Graduation Season

Thoughtful details that make the season shine—so you can spend less time planning and more time celebrating Article by Emily McKeever There’s a lot of pomp and circumstance in the air this time of year. Celebrations are around every corner, send-offs at every turn, and there’s a quiet urge to soak it all in. Graduation season is about goodbyes, new beginnings, and everything in between—oh, and all the feelings that come with it. To allow for more time to squeeze your senior just a little...

Finance + Legal Services

Elevated Living at The Otto

Flexible spaces, resort-style amenities, and a community that makes every day an investment in your well-being Article by Emily McKeever Home is where the heart is, and it should also be where comfort and connection thrive. One step inside The Otto apartments in Waconia and you’ll feel the warmth of refined living, intentionally curated for those who expect more from where they live. You’ll experience the ease of a low-maintenance life, without the demands and commitment of homeownership, all...

Fitness

Driving Change

Investing in the community one swing at a time — at the Timber Creek Women’s Charity Golf Tournament Article by Emily McKeever As snow melts into puddles and puddles fade back into sidewalks, it’s only natural for summer to be on our minds. As you start filling your warm-weather calendar, you'll want to leave July 11th open for an experience that makes a real difference. It’s a day when communities join hands, connections are made, generosity takes center stage, and some really great golf is...

Home Services

Small Changes, Stunning Yard

Simple ways to spruce up your landscaping this spring from Waconia Landscaping Company Article by Emily McKeever They say you never get a second chance to make a first impression — and when it comes to your home, it doesn’t begin at the front door; it begins at the curb. Justin Goche, owner of Waconia Landscaping Company, says the shape, style, and texture of your front walk guide guests through a space that welcomes them into the home and sets the tone for everything that follows. “As we...

Life + Culture

Calling Waconia Home

Local partners share what makes this community feel like home Article by Emily McKeever Home means different things to different people: safety, belonging, connection, and so much more. One visit to Waconia’s charming streets, and anyone will want to scoop up the nearest piece of real estate, if they haven’t already. One reason Waconia is such an amazing place to live is simple: the people are proud to call it theirs. Why? Let them tell you.  Agency Owner and President at Dawson & Associates...

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Wilford: Redefining the Residential Experience

Inside Waconia’s newest upscale apartment community Article by Alison Lee | Photography by Nicole Jean - Photographic Artist Location is everything. It subtly shapes our lives through the opportunities we find, the access we have, the perspectives we gain, and the identities we form. It’s a powerful force we rarely notice until we set two places side by side to compare. It’s also what guides us to choose that one place we’re proud to call home. This spring, Waconia will open its doors to...