White Bear Lake Magazine November/December 2025 Issue

Welcome to the November/December 2025 Issue

As time passes, it’s beautiful to recognize the moments that become memories. I think it’s one of the most brilliant parts of aging, collecting core...

Let’s Dish Expands Its Ready-To-Bake Options

When the holiday season kicks into high gear, the heat is on—especially in the kitchen. Meal preparation can feel like it’s on a never-ending...

At Home With the Kowalskis

Leona Rose Interiors curates a distinctive holiday tablescape that embraces family and tradition. To be a holiday host is to take on an important...

The Kowalski Family Celebrates 40 Years in White Bear Lake

If you ask any Twin Citian to free-associate with the words “grocery store” or “supermarket,” there are likely just a few names that come up—and...

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,...

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...

Floristry North offers an array of art, décor and plants.

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...

White Bear Lake Magazine September/October 2025

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...

Left: On the main level, floor-to-ceiling windows bring the outdoors in.

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...

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...

Spread of assorted appetizers with dips.

Bring a Fresh Dip Recipe to Your Table

Brighten up gatherings with delicious takes on appetizing spreads. If there’s one thing Minnesotans do best, it’s summer get-togethers. Whether your...

Welcome to the November/December 2025 Issue

As time passes, it’s beautiful to recognize the moments that become memories. I think it’s one of the most brilliant parts of aging, collecting core...

Let’s Dish Expands Its Ready-To-Bake Options

When the holiday season kicks into high gear, the heat is on—especially in the kitchen. Meal preparation can feel like it’s on a never-ending...

At Home With the Kowalskis

Leona Rose Interiors curates a distinctive holiday tablescape that embraces family and tradition. To be a holiday host is to take on an important...

The Kowalski Family Celebrates 40 Years in White Bear Lake

If you ask any Twin Citian to free-associate with the words “grocery store” or “supermarket,” there are likely just a few names that come up—and...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Bring a Fresh Dip Recipe to Your Table

Brighten up gatherings with delicious takes on appetizing spreads. If there’s one thing Minnesotans do best, it’s summer get-togethers. Whether your...

The Kowalski Family Celebrates 40 Years in White Bear Lake

Featured, History, Local Makers, People

If you ask any Twin Citian to free-associate with the words “grocery store” or “supermarket,” there are likely just a few names that come up—and...

Two Holiday Recipes To Bring to the Table

Local Makers, Recipes

The Kowalski’s Markets team shares one of their favorite holiday recipes. Prime Rib Roast This recipe comes from Joe Crow, meat and seafood director...

At Home With the Kowalskis

Entertain, Featured, Interior Design

Leona Rose Interiors curates a distinctive holiday tablescape that embraces family and tradition. To be a holiday host is to take on an important...

McNeely Music Center Is Elevating the Arts

Arts, Education, Giving Back

At McNeely Music Center, Manitou Fund creates a future-forward teaching space to connect the East Metro. White Bear Lake’s flourishing arts district...

Shop Local

Cerenity White Bear Lake has deep community roots, serving the area for over 60 years. We offer a continuum of care: Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Memory Care and Rehabilitation. Our remodeled 43-unit assisted living apartment community, The Residence, is conveniently connected to the skilled nursing facility and provides a range of services. Cerenity Senior Care 651.232.1818 Open 24 hours Facebook: Cerenity Senior...

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Noteworthy

The Bread Church

Giving Back, Local Makers, Noteworthy

At White Bear Lake United Methodist Church, a community bread oven is a cornerstone of a mission to care. The traditional brick oven was built by...

A Book for Foodies

Book Club, Noteworthy

While you may know Stanley Tucci from his work on screen, he is just as passionate about food as he is acting. His 2024 memoir, What I Ate in One...

Holiday Family Dynamics 101

Entertain, Noteworthy

The holidays are a time for togetherness, giving back and enjoying family time, but sometimes drama and miscommunication can arise. Navigating...

Enduring Hostess Gifts

Arts, Gift Guides, Noteworthy

A great hostess gift doesn’t just say “thank you”—it paints a portrait of thoughtfulness and, more often than not, a bit of the giver’s personality....

Events

Jingle Bear 5K

Health & Wellness, Outdoors, Sports

In keeping with the jingle theme, your registration will include jingle bells for your running shoes. This event is open to all abilities and ages...

Winter Solstice Labyrinth Experience

Arts & Performance, Community

Celebrate the longest night of the year with stories, poetry, darkness and light. Walk an indoor labyrinth, weather permitting you may also walk the...