Your Ultimate Grad Party Punch List
All that pomp and circumstance doesn’t happen by itself. Let’s be honest. Graduation parties have—evolved. For the most part, the celebrations have...
The Scandinavian Revivalist Movement Crafts Hygge Homes
The Scandinavian Revivalist Movement is here. Picturesque views, warm earth tones, a thoughtful blueprint—for those who dream of a peaceful escape,...
The Unified White Bear Lake Area High School Campus Opens This Fall
This September, 9th through 12th graders at White Bear Lake Area High School (WBLAHS) are coming together under one roof with the opening of the new...
Lens on the Lake 2024 Winners
Explore the winning photos from our Lens on the Lake photo contest. This summer, we asked local residents to scroll down their digital files or flip...
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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
Spooky Squash and Goat Cheese Pizza
Move over candy and caramel apples. Halloween has a new favorite treat, and it’s ghoulishly good! This pizza is packed with rich fall flavors and...
“Where Rivers Part”
In her newest book, Where Rivers Part, Hmong American author Kao Kalia Yang continues her family’s powerful story from a refugee camp in Thailand to...
Back to School Shopping Tips
The new school year is here, but it’s not too late to think about back-to-school clothes shopping. With a few tips and tricks, you can navigate the...
Creative Crop Art
Who doesn’t love the crop art display at the Minnesota State Fair? The attention to detail, the artistic ingenuity, the puns! Artist Marta Shore...
Events
Run for the Apples 2024
This race is held at the Jacobson's Pine Tree Apple Orchard in White Bear Lake. The course is on the trails through the orchard, strawberry fields...
Fall Community Day 2024
Celebrate fall with an afternoon full of art. Compete in a pumpkin carving contest, give several art mediums a try, create make-and-take art...
Trivia Night at the Armory
Trivia Night is back and you won’t want to miss out. Join us for a gathering of the minds, brews and plenty of laughter as we take on local-themed...
Members’ Exhibition Reception 2024
Celebrate White Bear Center for the Arts members by joining us for the Members’ Exhibition Reception. Pop in anytime between 3:30-8:30 p.m. to view...
Festival of Trees At The Armory Open House 2024
Come warm up at the WBL Armory during WinterFest and see who in the area has the best tree decorating skills at the Festival of Trees. We’ll be...
In This Issue
Lens on the Lake 2024 Winners
Explore the winning photos from our Lens on the Lake photo contest. This summer, we asked local residents to scroll down their digital files or flip through their film—whatever it took to find their...
Readers’ Choice Voting for Lens on the Lake 2024
In July and August, we invited you to submit your photos of the White Bear Lake community. From scenic vistas to cute candids, aerial views and local landmarks, local shutterbugs shared their...
Welcome to the September/October 2024 Issue
My family loves to host—it’s a trait that no doubt has been passed through the generations on both sides. As a kid, every important occasion was celebrated at my grandparents’ lake home in Chisago...
The Unified White Bear Lake Area High School Campus Opens This Fall
This September, 9th through 12th graders at White Bear Lake Area High School (WBLAHS) are coming together under one roof with the opening of the new unified high school campus. “We’re going to...
Your Ultimate Grad Party Punch List
All that pomp and circumstance doesn’t happen by itself. Let’s be honest. Graduation parties have—evolved. For the most part, the celebrations have become larger and more involved than the days when...
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