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Lens on the Lake 2026 Open for Readers’ Choice Voting

When you look through your photo files, what do you see? Whether it’s a candid moment, an iconic area landmark, a brush with nature or something in...
White Bear Lake Magazine September/October 2026

Welcome to the September/October 2026 Issue

I recently ran into my favorite high school teacher at an area event. It’s remarkable when an important figure in your life reenters your orbit, and...

Area Students Are Showing up To Make a Change

The White Bear Lake area is home to a collection of incredible schools, with halls filled with exceptional young people already making their way in...
A light blue La Cornue range is a focal point of the kitchen.

Husnik Homes Starts a New Chapter for a Historic House

Molly Theno brings her century-old home back to life. Growing up on the peninsula in Dellwood, Molly Theno decided early on that she would live in...
Ben The Baker offers more than 40 varieties of pie, including (pictured) Raspberry Pretzel Pie, Mini Fruit Pies, Chicken Pot Pie and Caramel Pecan Cheesecake.

Meet Ben the Baker, Local Pie Maker

Ben “The Baker” Neumann has a winding journey to baking success. At first glance, Ben Neumann’s resume might not look like the background of a...
White Bear Lake Magazine July/August 2026 Issue

Welcome to the July/August 2026 Issue

Summer is the best time to celebrate a milestone, though I am definitely biased. I was born during strawberry season, and picking the vibrant fruits...
There’s nothing better than a breakfast spread featuring local berries and blooms. Start your day off with mouthwatering waffles, topped with berries and whipped cream, or a berry parfait. Bowl and vases by Olivia Jenson, oliviajenson.com; Candles by Hilltop Handmade Goods, @hilltopgoodsmn

You-Pick Farms Bring Berries and Blooms to the Table

Each month of summer arrives with new delights in the fields and farms across the East Metro. Rows of fragrant flowers and succulent fruits paint...
Lens on the Lake photo contest readers' choice voting web banner

Lens on the Lake 2026 Open for Readers’ Choice Voting

When you look through your photo files, what do you see? Whether it’s a candid moment, an iconic area landmark, a brush with nature or something in...
White Bear Lake Magazine September/October 2026

Welcome to the September/October 2026 Issue

I recently ran into my favorite high school teacher at an area event. It’s remarkable when an important figure in your life reenters your orbit, and...

Area Students Are Showing up To Make a Change

The White Bear Lake area is home to a collection of incredible schools, with halls filled with exceptional young people already making their way in...
A light blue La Cornue range is a focal point of the kitchen.

Husnik Homes Starts a New Chapter for a Historic House

Molly Theno brings her century-old home back to life. Growing up on the peninsula in Dellwood, Molly Theno decided early on that she would live in...
Ben The Baker offers more than 40 varieties of pie, including (pictured) Raspberry Pretzel Pie, Mini Fruit Pies, Chicken Pot Pie and Caramel Pecan Cheesecake.

Meet Ben the Baker, Local Pie Maker

Ben “The Baker” Neumann has a winding journey to baking success. At first glance, Ben Neumann’s resume might not look like the background of a...
White Bear Lake Magazine July/August 2026 Issue

Welcome to the July/August 2026 Issue

Summer is the best time to celebrate a milestone, though I am definitely biased. I was born during strawberry season, and picking the vibrant fruits...
There’s nothing better than a breakfast spread featuring local berries and blooms. Start your day off with mouthwatering waffles, topped with berries and whipped cream, or a berry parfait. Bowl and vases by Olivia Jenson, oliviajenson.com; Candles by Hilltop Handmade Goods, @hilltopgoodsmn

You-Pick Farms Bring Berries and Blooms to the Table

Each month of summer arrives with new delights in the fields and farms across the East Metro. Rows of fragrant flowers and succulent fruits paint...

Shop Local

Kowalski’s Markets

Our markets were created out of our family's love and passion for delicious, healthy foods and inspired by families looking for a place where they'd love to shop and be proud to call their own. The flow of our markets is designed to be easy and convenient. The environment is relaxed and well organized. It's the kind of place you'll feel comfortable running into for a quick gift or a forgotten item. Most importantly, it's a place where you can shop at your own pace, mingle freely with staff and friends, and discover something new each time you visit. Whether it's your first time shopping...

Noteworthy

Events

Bingo Day

From 4–6 p.m., join the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society for bingo outside the historic White Bear Town Hall.

In This Issue

Welcome to the September/October 2026 Issue

Welcome to the September/October 2026 Issue

I recently ran into my favorite high school teacher at an area event. It’s remarkable when an important figure in your life reenters your orbit, and it simultaneously felt as though I was entering a...

Area Students Are Showing up To Make a Change

Area Students Are Showing up To Make a Change

The White Bear Lake area is home to a collection of incredible schools, with halls filled with exceptional young people already making their way in the world. Each year, we invite area school...

How To Help Welcome a Newborn Into the Family

How To Help Welcome a Newborn Into the Family

Activate grandparent mode when the family tree begins to grow. Becoming a grandparent is the threshold into a new stage of life. Who doesn’t relish the cherub baby stage or the...

How Science Teacher Jim Lane Inspires Students

How Science Teacher Jim Lane Inspires Students

The Minnesota Teacher of the Year semifinalist shares why he loves teaching. Jim Lane, a science teacher at Mahtomedi High School and 2025–26 Mahtomedi Teacher of the Year, was recently named a...

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