by Paige Udermann | May 1, 2026 | Outdoors, People, Sports
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 was true for the Swanberg family until a trip to the U.S. Virgin...
by Zoe Yates | May 1, 2026 | Photo Contest
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 photo contest. “This is a photo I’ve been trying to get for a while … I...
by Cynthia Maya | May 1, 2026 | Arts, Noteworthy, People
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 in staying sharp. “It’s improvisational,” she says. “People walk in and...
by Zoe Yates | May 1, 2026 | Education, Garden, Ingredients
Bring consistency and vibrancy to your garden with succession planting. Each spring arrives with a burst of energy—from the sun and in our own hearts. Gardeners the world over have spent winter months daydreaming about the last frost date, when the work of growing...
by Zoe Yates | May 1, 2026 | Interior Design, Renovate
The local full-service architecture and interior design firm brings a historic Dellwood home back to life. When Dellwood residents Anna and Jens Shroyer drove up to their future home on White Bear Lake on December 27, 2020, it was love at first sight. All dressed up...
by Diane Meyer | May 1, 2026 | Arts, Giving Back, Outdoors
Enjoy music and community at the Manitou Days Beach Dance. Keep the celebration going following the Manitou Days Grand Parade at the annual Beach Dance on June 19 at Memorial Beach Park. The event is sponsored by Explore White Bear (explorewhitebear.org) and White...
by Amelia Reigstad | May 1, 2026 | Education, Noteworthy, Wellness
Here’s a little secret: There’s not much difference in how we communicate with children vs. adults. The same rules apply. Effective communication thrives on two-way dialogue, active listening, empathy and respect. So, how do we do that when the hustle and bustle (and...
by Diane Meyer | May 1, 2026 | Arts, Shops
Kim and Mark Bauer realize their dream with Floristry North. Floristry North, a recent addition to downtown White Bear Lake, is a vibrant hub for creative expression. Owners and area residents Kim and Mark Bauer are sharing their passions and talents with locally...
by Kassondra Burtis | May 1, 2026 | People, Sports
Resilience and passion underscore Joel Reichow’s successful running career. To win Grandma’s Marathon in Duluth against more than 7,500 runners is an impressive feat. To finish as the top American at the TCS New York City Marathon—and place sixth overall out of over...
by Editorial Staff | Mar 16, 2026 | Best of White Bear Lake
by Zoe Yates | Mar 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
As a child, I fell deeply in love with reading. On bike trips to the library as a preteen, I would often tow an empty children’s bike trailer to fill with that day’s finds. A backpack just wasn’t enough room for the stacks of books that lined my childhood bedroom and...
by Zoe Yates | Mar 1, 2026 | Entertain, Noteworthy, Outdoors
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 Response Team (CERT), the event brings a lively way to celebrate Easter. The event is open to children ages 2–10, with sessions...
by Emily Gedde | Mar 1, 2026 | Book Club
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 life for children—a job he couldn’t love more. We caught up with the White Bear Lake resident to discuss his creative...
by Zoe Yates | Mar 1, 2026 | Arts
Annual juried art exhibition highlights artists from White Bear Lake and beyond. It’s not too late to enjoy the creative work of regional artists at White Bear Center for the Arts’ (whitebeararts.org) longest-running annual exhibition. Through March 27, the 52nd...
by Diane Meyer | Mar 1, 2026 | Drinks, Local Makers
Two young entrepreneurs are building thriving businesses in their hometown. Situated on Mahtomedi’s main street, The Wild Bean and 350 Degrees Bakery are bringing fresh warmth and energy to the small-town food scene. Maddie McMahon, owner of The Wild Bean, worked as a...
