Three High School Students Are Making an Impact
In this changing world, a community finds strength in the differences of individuals. The unique attributes and passions of each person add...
Bonfire Bites for Fall
Some foods just taste better cooked over an outdoor flame. Let’s be clear; we will always support s’mores as the campfire foodie champ. No doubt. No...
Fluidesign Studio Creates Serenity on the Shore
Peek into a Dellwood family’s year-round home and lakeside retreat, all in one. When Jake and Patty Gibbs started designing their lake home in...
Floristry North Offers a Fresh Take on Flower Shops
The floral studio opens this fall with a selection of candles, flowers and experiences. Creativity is blooming in downtown White Bear Lake thanks...
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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
Bilingual Skills for Bright Futures
This fall, White Bear Lake Area School District is launching a Spanish dual-immersion program at two elementary schools. Matoska International and...
Community Building for Businesses
“If you build it, they will come.” This quote from Field of Dreams is symbolic of one of the most important business lessons I have learned as an...
A Culture of Pots
Ernest Miller’s ceramic piece, Pitcher, was featured in White Bear Center for the Arts’ A Culture of Pots 2025 exhibit this summer. The strong,...
“Still: The Art of Noticing”
One of our regular customers requested Still: The Art of Noticing by local author Mary Jo Hoffman. As soon as I read the description, I was hooked....
Events
International Day of the Girl Party
In celebration of International Day of the Girl, The Women Collective and executive Auntie Jen are throwing a party. Save the date from 10 a.m.–2...
Candy Crawl
Trick or treat at your favorite business to get a start on Halloween fun.
Gangster Bus Tour
Everyone’s favorite tour is back and we’re excited to have you join us. Come along for an adventurous outing to explore the hideouts and haunts of...
Scare in White Bear
5K and kids fun run along White Bear Lake in the dark. The path is torch lit with hundreds of tiki torches. Enjoy trick or treating on Memorial...
Stories From the Stones
Join us as we look at the history behind the cemeteries in our area. Hear how they began, explore the symbolism found in each and learn about some...
In This Issue
Lens on the Lake 2025 Winners
Photographers bring our community into focus. Over the past year, residents have been cataloging local life around White Bear Lake. This summer, these same shutter bugs shared some of their favorite...
La Vie Est Belle Opens a Second Location in White Bear Lake
The boutique spreads a message of positivity and acceptance to a new community. Expanding beyond its premiere location in Lake Elmo, La Vie Est Belle is opening a secondary storefront in downtown...
Readers’ Choice Voting for Lens on the Lake 2025
From July1–August 31, we invited you to submit your photos of the Maple Grove. Now, it’s time to vote for the Readers’ Choice! Scroll through our image gallery below and vote for the images you like...
Floristry North Offers a Fresh Take on Flower Shops
The floral studio opens this fall with a selection of candles, flowers and experiences. Creativity is blooming in downtown White Bear Lake thanks to the introduction of a new small business:...
Welcome to the September/October 2025 Issue
Welcome to our education, homes and arts issue! It’s that time of year again: back to school and back to the swing of things. As the summer wanes, I revel in the fleeting nature of autumn. It’s been...
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