The Shops on Stillwater Road
Two young entrepreneurs are building thriving businesses in their hometown. Situated on Mahtomedi’s main street, The Wild Bean and 350 Degrees...
Pizzeria Pezzo Starts New Chapter with Kowalski’s Markets
White Bear Lake will continue to enjoy authentic Chicago-style pizza. Over a decade ago, the late Gary Bougie and his wife, Keri Bougie, partnered...
David Larochelle and the Magic of Storytelling
Children’s author David LaRochelle found his niche nearly 40 years ago. David LaRochelle has spent much of the last four decades bringing stories to...
Summer Swing
Mahtomedi father and daughter Jim and Claire Lane share a passion for photography that encourages them to see the world in new ways—and engage in...
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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
Your Wedding, Our Pages
This beautiful time of year brings coral bells and wedding bells! And, as you know, every wedding celebration starts with a special announcement. We...
Suhaila Ihsanullah Paints the Minnesota Summer
With an easel planted firmly in meadow grass or lakeshore sand, local plein air painter Suhaila Ihsanullah captures quintessential Minnesota scenes...
A Guide To Communicating With Kids
Here’s a little secret: There’s not much difference in how we communicate with children vs. adults. The same rules apply. Effective communication...
The Egg-Citing Easter Egg Hunt Returns
The Egg-Citing Easter Egg Hunt will return to Podvin Park on March 28. Hosted by the White Bear Lake Police Department’s Community Emergency...
Events
Moms & Mimosas
In celebration of all of the amazing Moms (dog-moms, aunts and more count too) in our community, join us from 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. May 9 to...
Ramsey County Master Gardener Plant Sale
Ramsey County Master Gardeners is hosting its annual plant sale from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. on May 16 at Aldrich Arena. The sale includes a large selection...
Dog Days WBL
Join us in downtown White Bear Lake for Dog Days WBL, a fun-filled event celebrating dogs of all kinds. Meet amazing dog rescue organizations,...
Armory Program: 100 Years of the Hippodrome
From its beginnings as an exhibition building for the Ramsey County Fairgrounds to one of the metro area’s first indoor rinks to a community...
WBL Area Educational Foundation’s Annual Golf Tournament
The White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation is proud to announce its 26th Annual Golf Tournament, taking place on June 15 at Oak Glen Golf...
In This Issue
Welcome to the May/June 2026 Issue
There is so much to be learned from nature. Spring reminds me of this as the songbirds return and vibrant green fiddleheads uncurl from the earth. Each seed shows us patience, waiting for the right...
Your Wedding, Our Pages
This beautiful time of year brings coral bells and wedding bells! And, as you know, every wedding celebration starts with a special announcement. We are pleased to announce that plans for our annual...
The Swanberg Family Takes to the Skies
Flyboarding gives area residents a unique way to experience summer on the lake. When considering summer water sports, activities like swimming, wakeboarding and water skiing often come to mind. This...
Summer Swing
Mahtomedi father and daughter Jim and Claire Lane share a passion for photography that encourages them to see the world in new ways—and engage in some healthy competition with the Lens on the Lake...
Suhaila Ihsanullah Paints the Minnesota Summer
With an easel planted firmly in meadow grass or lakeshore sand, local plein air painter Suhaila Ihsanullah captures quintessential Minnesota scenes as they unfold. Painting outdoors is an exercise...
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