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...
Local Athletes Compete at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games
Meet those from the East Metro who have gold medal dreams. The Opening Ceremony for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games arrives on February...
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...
Geese Flying
Rachel Cain, an area photographer for more than 25 years, captured this award-winning shot one morning on Lake Drive in White Bear Lake. “I wanted...
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Cerenity Senior Care
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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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...
Heralds of Spring
Like prehistoric travelers, sandhill cranes fly overhead each spring, calling out to feathered friends ahead and down below. After spending their...
“What Art Does: An Unfinished Theory”
What Art Does: An Unfinished Theory by Bette Adriaanse and Brian Eno is a fun and inspiring read. With charming illustrations throughout, the little...
Your Community, Your Vote
Let’s start the year with some exciting news. Best of White Bear Lake is moving—to February! We think it’s a perfect fit. After all, February is the...
Events
Trivia Night at the Armory
Trivia Night is back and you won’t want to miss out. Join us for a gathering of the minds, brews and plenty of laughter as we take on local-themed...
Annual Lions Club Show
The White Bear Lake Lions Club show is solely managed and run by White Bear Lake Lions Club members and volunteers who provided many hours of...
Annual Lions Club Show
The White Bear Lake Lions Club show is solely managed and run by White Bear Lake Lions Club members and volunteers who provided many hours of...
Annual Lions Club Show
The White Bear Lake Lions Club show is solely managed and run by White Bear Lake Lions Club members and volunteers who provided many hours of...
Opera Jukebox
Get ready for a night of unforgettable music at Opera Jukebox where you pick the playlist. Join MN Opera’s incredible resident artists for a lively,...
“Vision & Verse” Community Reception and Awards Ceremony
Vision & Verse honors the creativity of high school students in both the visual and literary arts. Open to students in grades 9–12, the contests...
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...
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...
White Bear Lake Classic and Vintage Boat Show
Rain or Shine Free Admission and Family Friendly Vintage Boat Displays Free Boat Registration Voting and Awards Nautical Market Much...
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Discover Your Best of White Bear Lake 2026 Finalists
Welcome to the March/April 2026 Issue
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...
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 Response Team (CERT), the event brings a lively way to...
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 life for children—a job he couldn’t love more. We...
Color and Texture at the Northern Lights Juried Art Exhibition
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’...
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