
Announcing the Best of White Bear Lake 2025 Finalists
We invited readers to vote for the best the White Bear Lake area has to offer throughout January in our annual readers’ poll. The poll is now...

The Women Collective Looks to Uplift and Inspire
The Women Collective is a retail experience by and for women. Amelia Reigstad began 2024 with a word of the year: purpose. A former strategic...

Add a Dash of Wellness With Staple Spices
Kowalski’s Markets nutritionist explores the benefits of staple spices. As Springtime rolls in, it’s the perfect time to spice up your health...

The Journey to Digital Well-being
People are stepping up to support youth mental health in a changing world. White Bear Lake resident Katherine “K.K.” Myers is no stranger to the...
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Kids Under Construction Preschool
We have a passion for providing the utmost in early childhood education for families in White Bear Lake and the surrounding area. Kids Under Construction is a high-quality, part-time preschool program with an academic and fine arts focus. Our outstanding staff is committed to helping build a firm foundation for your child's future in preschool and beyond. Come explore with us! Kids Under Construction Preschool 651.762.9596 Facebook: Kids Under Construction Educational Preschool Instagram:...
Noteworthy
Faces of White Bear
If you’re looking to discover new outdoor spots in White Bear Lake, check out the campus of White Bear Center for the Arts (WBCA). On display this...
White Bear Area Senior Center Creates Opportunities To Connect
Finding community is important at every stage of life. For seniors, local opportunities abound at White Bear Area Senior Center. “We’re here for...
Loving Lemonade
This low-ABV berry lemonade cocktail is as refreshing as they come. Lemony and tart with complex undertones and a delightful pucker, it goes down...
“Animal, Vegetable, Miracle”
One of my favorite books of 2025 may be nearly two decades old, but that isn’t going to stop me from recommending it wholeheartedly to everyone I...
Events
Just Between Friends White Bear Lake Spring Sale
Come shop the White Bear Lake sale with over 300 families in our area participating. The event is free to shop and everyone is welcome. When you...
Waterfall Forest Paint Class
This fun and beautiful waterfall Forest paint class will be offered in the evening for anyone looking to try out a paint class or just want an...
Enchanted Plants: A Botanical Book Launch
Join local author Amber Guetebier (Varla A. Ventura) to celebrate the release of her latest book, Enchanted Plants: A Treasury of Botanical Folklore...
Earth Day Cleanup
Help us celebrate Earth Day and give back to our planet by volunteering. We'll tidy up the grounds and trails, remove invasive plants and get the...
WBL Area Educational Foundation’s 25th Annual Golf Tournament
We are delighted to announce that the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation 25th Annual Golf Tournament will be held on June 16, 2025 at Oak...
In This Issue

Welcome to the March/April 2025 Issue
I’m very familiar with existing in a gray area. While that could be a joke about slush season here in Minnesota, what I’m referring to is how my birth year—1998—has put me in a unique position. I’m...

Mahtomedi Home Blends East Coast and Midwest Design Styles
For one Mahtomedi couple, building a new home on the shores of White Bear Lake was a chance to match their lifestyle to their living space. After selling their year-round home and a getaway cabin,...

Faces of White Bear
If you’re looking to discover new outdoor spots in White Bear Lake, check out the campus of White Bear Center for the Arts (WBCA). On display this spring is First Person Plural, an installation...

Loving Lemonade
This low-ABV berry lemonade cocktail is as refreshing as they come. Lemony and tart with complex undertones and a delightful pucker, it goes down swimmingly. It’s perfect for any gathering. 1 cup...

White Bear Area Senior Center Creates Opportunities To Connect
Finding community is important at every stage of life. For seniors, local opportunities abound at White Bear Area Senior Center. “We’re here for people to come and explore and figure out if this is...
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