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To the Women of Lake Minnetonka Our May issue is dedicated to celebrating the women in our lives. As I reflect on the many women in my life (thank you mom and all moms), I am grateful for each one and the impact they have made. My wife, Sara, is amazing. After we met and married some 8 years ago now, we blended our two families and I gained 3 wonderful bonus kids to go along with my two sons from my previous marriage. Sara was a working single mom for many years before we met. She managed it all: work, kids, school, activities and even found time to date me. When I had to pursue my goals of launching the magazine, she put her plans on hold to support me. Now she is realizing her career dream as a leadership coach in her firm as we transition the kids to having their own independent lives in work and finishing school. Sara is truly the better half. I am so blessed with her. She’s my love, my best friend and unwavering supporter. And then there are the women of Lifestyle: Last year we featured one of our advertisers, Vi Beauty Lab, in our May issue and their story as they navigated the start-up of their new business and the stops and starts as they dealt with providing a personal service during Covid. They shined despite the hardship and are growing. Our magazine regularly features women owned businesses that are growing, supporting, living and working in our community. This month is no exception but I want to highlight them all. Without them there is no Lake Minnetonka Lifestyle. I ask that everyone support these businesses in our area. Meet these women owned businesses and shop local for goods and services in our community. Here is a list of women owned businesses in our community that partner with me at Lake Minnetonka Lifestyle: ADOR, Bach to Rock, Boundary Clothing, Create Home, EH Design, Emily John Photography, Gypset Midwest Yoga, Lakeshore Interiors, Luya, Meredith Howell Real Estate, Miss Kasual, Modus, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Rockvam Boatyards, The Cave Salt Yoga and Spa, The Stabeck Group, Top Dog Country Club, Touchstone Lighting, Vi Beauty Lab, and Vively Body Science. Our weather is improving. I hope to see you stopping by these businesses and supporting local around the Lake! DAVE ROBERTSON, PUBLISHER @L AKEMINNETONK ALIFEST YLE

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10 Local Experiences: Gals on the Town

Lifestyle Letter

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Local Experiences

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Local Limelight

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14 Relax & Unwind

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20 The Meaning of ‘Having It All’ The Meaning of ‘Having It All’.

26 A Mother’s Day Out A Mother’s Day Out.

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Grab a friend and enjoy a day out brunching, shopping, enjoying the outdoors and visiting the many things to do in our city. Whether it’s an outdoor patio, an art gallery or boutique shopping you prefer, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

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COCKTAILS AT THE R EBEL R OOM: The Rebel Room is Excelsior's hidden gem for drinks, entertainment, and sophisticated lounging. Head to the hotspot and explore their cocktails and unique bar menu. 205 Water Street, Excelsior, MN LUYA SHOES AND OTHER FINE THINGS: Go shoe shopping for hand-crafted, artistically made, limited-quantity shoes from Europe and other parts of the world at Luya Shoes in downtown Excelsior. 251 Water Street Excelsior, MN WINE TASTING AT SCHR AM VINEYAR DS WINER Y & BR EWER Y : Schram Vineyards is a full production working farm, winery, and brewery. Visit for a wine tasting tour, or spend the afternoon with a bottle of vino and small bites. 8785 Airport Road Waconia, MN BR UNCH AT COALITION: Coalition's brunch menu serves up elevated breakfast favorites as well as unique dishes made from scratch like walleye benedict, ciabatta French toast, and a pesto frittata. 227 Water St Excelsior, MN SPA DAY AT THE CAVE SALT YOGA & SPA - MOUND: The Cave is Lake Minnetonka's go-to spot for all things self-care. Attend a yoga class with your friends or unwind with a signature facial or massage. 2354 Wilshire Boulevard Mound, MN

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RELAX & UNWIND Located on the border of Deephaven and Wayzata on Minnetonka Boulevard, Lakeside Nails & Spa has been an anchor for the community for the past six years. Owner Phong Tran and his family moved to Minnesota from Vietnam in 1995 where his parents opened salons in various locations throughout the Twin Cities. Years later, inspired by his father’s hard work and determination, Phong and his wife Thanh decided it was time to open their own nail salon. In August of 2016 they signed the lease for their spot in Deephaven, bringing on friends and family to work at the salon. It was then that Lakeside Nails was born. “We actually remodeled from scratch,” Phong tells me. He was able to remodel the empty space and turn it into a working salon within six months.

YOUR FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD NAIL SALON The salon serves clientele from all over the Minnetonka area and beyond. The salon is a favorite among customers and was a Sun Media Reader’s Choice Award Winner this year. “We have really tried to make Lakeside Nails and Spa an atmosphere that is as welcoming and community-oriented as possible,” shares Phong. “I recognize and remember everyone’s name as they walk through the door.” The salon has garnered rave reviews online and a strong customer base. Everything from

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“friendly, kind, and talented nail techs” to “I am completely satisfied and won’t be going anywhere else!” has been said about the loved spa. Phong has worked hard to make this an enjoyable, fun, and safe environment for both his staff and clientele alike. To go above and beyond, the salon carries Zoya nail polishes, a line of chemical-free polishes so women who are pregnant or nursing can have their nails done safely. Each chair also has a ventilation system to keep Lakeside free of chemical smells. “We are like a family and we take good care of each other with consistent service. This value is good for business,” Phong says. “Our customers keep coming back because our product lasts and we deliver exceptional work.”

DELIVERING SELF-CARE AND CONFIDENCE Women are the primary consumers of nail salon services, and historically have found these services to be both empowering and relaxing. In fact, according to a 2022 article by Trafft, a salon appointment software service, women represent up to 97% of all clients in nail salons across the United States. Even with the COVID-19 pandemic shuttering nail salons and other beauty salons across the country, the demand is not going away for this affordable luxury. The entire industry is forecasted to have continuous growth over the next five years or so, according to 2021 market research data. What keeps theses locally-owned

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nail salons thriving is customer service and a positive and safe environment, which Lakeside Nails and Spa prides itself on. “[This place] is a break from the hustle and bustle of work,” says Phong. “The location and parking is convenient for customers. Additionally, we’re accessible to dining options around Minnetonka, Excelsior, and Wayzata. I hope that our guests can come relax and beautify their experience.” The convenience factor and warm environment all work in the favor of Lakeside Nails & Spa sticking around as a staple in the community for years to come. Empowering women and offering a relaxing environment will continue to be a focal point, and treating each and every guest like family is what the business was built on. “Over the last six years we have built this business one client at a time. We have worked hard to gain the trust of our community.” Interested in booking an appointment and indulging in a little self-care? Visit lakesidenail.com to book an appointment online or call (952) 476-4888.

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The Meaning of ‘Having It All’ How Modus Advisors Kari Haanstad Landed Her Dream Job While Prioritizing Her Family.

As 2022 graduates enter the workforce, they are heading into the world on the heels of what some call “the great resignation”. Americans are reexamining their jobs and what type of employer, employment, and work/life balance they want going forward. What can we learn from those who have achieved the desired high career and life satisfaction? Kari Haanstad of Modus Advisors was one of those kids who always knew the direction they were headed. “I knew I wanted to be in finance, investing. I was very drawn to that world, pretty focused on it at a young age.” Like many Minnesota kids, she wanted to leave and experience something different. S he w as drawn to a bigger city with big opportunities. This led Kari to pursue her undergraduate at Northwestern University.

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“I had no intention of having children, ever. I was going to be this Wall Street… icon,” Kari says with self-deprecating laughter. She landed a job at JP Morgan. She worked for six months in different areas and got a job in an up-and-coming department at the time: Hedge Funds. JP Morgan offered Kari opportunities to grow her career and supported her in furthering her education as she completed her MBA. Her husband, Geoff, worked for a biotech start-up at the time. The young couple was busy to say the least. Traveling the world for work and pleasure was incredible but when Kari got to her mid-30s she wondered, is this it? Kari and Geoff decided they wanted a family and wanted to live in a place to put down roots. Also like many Minnesota kids, she ended up back in Minnesota. In Minnesota they had family, great schools, and everything they were looking for in terms of their ideal environment for raising a child. I ask Kari what it was like giving up the glittering big city life to come back to Minnesota. “It was wonderful. Before that I was on a plane four times a week. To just ‘be’ was wonderful.” In 2011, their son Gavin was born. Kari made the choice to leave JP Morgan and stay home with Gavin until he started Kindergarten. It was a major shift to be a stay-at-home parent after a decade in a fast-paced industry and a jet setting lifestyle. Parents everywhere can relate when Kari says, “I worked harder in those days (at home) than any of my days at JP Morgan. It was full and fun in a different way. There was always so much going on.” When Gavin started school, she felt the pull to get back to corporate life. Her alma mater, the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, was launching a program for women looking to relaunch into the business world.

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“It really helped me reframe what I wanted and what was important to me now and not what was important to me ten years ago.” Modus Advisors in Excelsior happened to be looking to fill a junior investment position. Kari knew she was qualified but Modus decided to create a position just for her that would be more suitable for her skill set and experience. The stars aligned. Kari has now been the Chief Investment Officer of Modus Advisors for six years. “One of my priorities was not having a long commute. I didn’t want to miss out on class parties and school events. Flexibility was priority one. I can walk to Modus from my house.” It’s not just the delightful commute, it’s also the culture at Modus that contributes to Kari’s high-degree of career and life satisfaction. “We fit o n s o m any d ifferent le vels. It ’s be en a good fit for Modus and for me. I work with incredible people and it brings me joy every day. Our client base is amazing; they’re down to earth, normal people. Working with normal people is underrated and underappreciated,” Kari smiles. “I have the pleasure of helping couples, families with important aspects like their retirement, planning for education, a dream of owning a cabin. In my old world there was a lot of ego, the people didn’t bring me joy. It was just about the hustle. And now it’s the people.” So does Kari dispel the myth that you “can’t have it all?” It seems to be so. “It’s a different ‘all’,” she shares. “The ‘all’ will change and morph as priorities and circumstances change. I’m an owner. I’ll be here for the long-term. I can have the career I want, and be the mom I want to be.”

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CELEBRATE MOM ALL DAY WITH OUR MOTHER’S DAY GUIDE. ARTICLE BY LAUREN BEAUBAIRE

Mother’s Day is almost here! Whether the mom in your life wants a day of solo pampering, spending time with her special someone, visiting with the girls, or quality time with the whole family, we have the perfect Mother’s Day planned for you. If there’s one thing we know, it’s that moms don’t need one more thing to plan! Make the day all about mom and let her know just how special she is with our Mother’s Day guide.

MORNING PAMPERING AT THE CAVE SALT YOGA & SPA Start your day with some well-deserved self-care at The Cave Salt Yoga & Spa with locations in Wayzata and Mound. A family-run and woman-owned business, The Cave knows how to create the perfect Mother’s Day experience. Start with a relaxing massage, Reiki or Thai bodywork before letting all your stress and worries melt away with their meditation classes, sound baths, and dry salt therapy. The bliss doesn’t end there. Treat yourself to The Cave’s fantastic spa services. From their all-organic facial line and wax services to lash and brow tints, deciding which to get will be the only truly difficult decision you’ll make today. For Mother’s Day and throughout the month of May, The Cave is offering 15% off any facial, excluding teen and mini facials. With so many offerings you may want to extend your Mother’s Day festivities. Join The Cave on May 14 in celebrating their four-year anniversary with a morning guided meditation and sound bath in Wayzata, and a special wake-up morning yoga class at their Mound location followed by an afternoon market with massages, tarot readings, refreshments, and more.

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BRUNCH AND BLOODYS AT COALITION ON WATER STREET Better than breakfast in bed, head to Coalition in Excelsior for an incredible Mother’s Day brunch. An off-the-menu style brunch, try the delectable and satiating Breakfast Bowl with farro, cherry, bacon, arugula, avocado, sunflower seed, cream, and eggs. Another brunch favorite is Coalition’s savory Enchilada & Eggs with

pulled pork, cheddar, charred corn, queso fresco, cilantro, and corn tortillas. Round off the morning indulging in one of their featured brunch cocktails. Drink a mimosa (or two!), go for their loaded-up Bloody Mary, or revitalize yourself with their delicious Corpse Reviver cocktail. Brunch goes from 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., ensuring you’ll have plenty of time to taste-test your way through their mouthwatering menu.

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Shopping Water Street

AN AFTERNOON OF SHOPPING Spend the afternoon doing a little retail therapy perusing the shops on Lake Street in Wayzata and Excelsior’s Water Street. With a myriad of local boutiques and national chain shops, you’ll have no trouble finding both high-end and affordable Spring and Summer wardrobe staples. Or at the very least, replacing those leggings you’ve been hanging onto for the past half-decade.You’ll also come across vintage furniture, Lake Minnetonka map throws, shoes imported from Europe, holistic health and wellness products, and plenty of Minnesota-inspired home goods. The Lake Minnetonka shopping scene offers one-of-a-kind local designs, clothing, and gifts, making it the perfect spot to shop for Mother’s Day.

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END THE DAY AT 318 CAFÉ After purchasing your new, incredibly flattering outfit, head down Water Street to 318 Café to unwind and enjoy some tasty cocktails. Every Mother’s Day weekend at 318 Café, musician Ann Reed puts on an amazing and uplifting show. This year, the performance is Saturday night only, so you might have to start your Mother’s Day the night before as this great show is one you won’t want to miss. 318 Café knows how to do Mother’s Day right as moms also get a free mimosa during their Sunday brunch from 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Whether you’re a soccer mom, expecting mom, single mom, or simply ‘mom’, we know this Mother’s Day outing will show all Minnesota moms just how special you are and how much you’re appreciated.

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670 Ferndale Road W

1968

$5,700,000

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Compass

3375 Graham Hill Rd

2016

$2,950,000

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Lakes Sotheby's International Realty

240 Minnetonka Ave S#203

2016

$2,250,000

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Lakes Sotheby's International Realty

19700 Manor Road

2018

$2,190,000

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Coldwell Banker Realty

331 Park Street

2015

$2,170,000

4,580

Keller Williams Premier Realty Lake Minnetonka

20270 Excelsior Blvd

2006

$2,144,000

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Coldwell Banker Realty

2905 Casco Point Road

1958

$2,100,000

3,012

Coldwell Banker Realty

15735 Portico Drive

2015

$1,700,000

4,809

Coldwell Banker Realty

4660 Maple Hill Drive

1979

$1,193,000

4,479

Coldwell Banker Realty

19960 Sweetwater Curve

1992

$1,165,000

5,161

Coldwell Banker Realty

Information obtained through Heartland Multiple Listing Service 2-28-22 to 3-31-22. List and sold price reflect one selected home within the respective subdivision.

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events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area. MAY 5TH

Cinco de Mayo

L A K E MI NNE TO NKA | 1 2 : 00 A M Cinco de Mayo MAY 8TH

Mother's Day

L A K E MI NNE TO NKA | 1 2 : 00 A M Mother's Day MAY 8TH

The Brewery Running Series: Excelsior Brewing Co. 5K Beer Run

4 21 3R D ST, E XC E L S I O R 1 0 :0 0 A M Excelsior Brewing Co. will be hosting a 5K funrun on Saturday, May 8th at 10:00 A.M. There will be music, giveaways, door prizes, and free beer. A portion of all proceeds raised support local nonprofits like Touchstone Mental Health, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, and the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Upper Midwest. MAY 14 TH

The Cave Salt Yoga & Spa 4th Anniversary Party

235 4 WI L S H I R E B LV D, M OU N D 9 :30 A M The Cave Salt Yoga & Spa will be celebrating their 4th anniversary this month. On Saturday, May 14th there will be a celebration starting with a morning yoga class at 9:30 A.M. followed by a Marketplace with astrology readings, massages, and items to purchase including skin care products and yoga gear. Beverages and snacks will be served in the upstairs loft, then the night will wrap

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up on the rooftop under the moon listening to Tibetan Bowl musician and throat singer ShaamaahS. The classes and performance will be donation based, with donations supporting Rein in Sarcoma. M AY 1 9 T H

BRAIV Foundation Wine Opening Event

280 0 NO RT H V IEW R D, MINNE TO NKA BEACH 6 : 0 0 PM The Lafayette Club and BRAIV Foundation will be hosting a Wine Opening Event on May 19th from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. in The Lakeview Room. There will be wine tastings, socializing, and a U of M doctor speaking on the research and work the BRAIV Foundation does on brain tumor cancer and injured veterans with TBI and PTSD. M AY 2 0 T H

Housing First Minnesota Foundation Fundraising Gala

2611 NO RDIC WAY, EAGAN 5 : 3 0 PM You're invited to a night of industry generosity that will bring together builders, remodelers, suppliers, and Foundation supporters to continue the life-changing work of building and renovating transitional housing for veterans and Minnesotans experiencing homelessness. The Gala will be help on Friday, May 20th from 5:30 P.M. until 11:00 P.M. at the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel in Eagan. Please join to help make a difference and build futures through housing. After the dinner, program, and auction, stay for cocktails and music while dancing the night away! Hollywood premier themed attire encouraged.

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Memorial Day

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BRING YOUR VISION TO US The experts at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery are here to help create a home that’s as extraordinary as you are. Any project, any style, any dream—bring your inspiration to Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery. Visit build.com/ferguson to schedule your personalized showroom experience today.

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