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LIFESTYLE LETTER

Lake Minnetonka Summers Summer is the perfect time to come up with a bucket list of activities to enjoy and ways to unwind and relax. Some of the best summers are often not filled with constant activities and trips, but are ones that reflect a slower pace and simple moments of enjoying those around us. Although the “lazy days of summer” isn’t always something we can attain with our packed schedules, it is so refreshing to take some time to slow down and enjoy some of the simple pleasures that remind us of our own childhood. Some of the best times spent can be a backyard barbecue with friends, making s’mores by a fire pit, spending a day on the water, eating ice-cream on a hot summer day, or simply taking in the night sky with someone you love. Lake Minnetonka Lifestyle is all that and more. Summer is the highlight for living in the communities we call home around the Lake. Whether your July is more relaxed or it’s filled with all the activities you can possibly pack into the all too short summers of Minnesota, we have you covered in this issue. We wanted to share some of the happenings around our city this summer and ways to get out and explore together. In addition, we catch up with Bach to Rock as they ride a wave of success. We visit the National Marina of the Year: Rockvam Boat Yards. We begin a new feature: Driver’s Notebook. And we share a few pointers on staying safe in the sun so you can truly enjoy the summer with no downtime! I hope you are able to enjoy some of the many things our Lake Minnetonka Lifestyle offers during these hot days of summer and that you make memories with those around you that you love. No matter what, I hope to see you around the Lake!

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inside the issue The Summer and Adventure Issue

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Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Business Monthly

Local Experiences

Local Limelight

Kids Corner

Driver’s Notebook

Must See

Get Active

Realty Report

Events

A Lake Minnetonka Legacy

20 The Schools of Rock

Bach to Rock Owners Judy and Jake Shoulak Share What's New with their Music School.

26 Integra Revisited

Introducing the Next Generation 2023 Acura Integra.

30 Summer Sun Safety

The Best Ways to Protect You and Your Family from the Sun this Summer

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Photography: Anna Ko Photography 2022 National Marina of the Year: Rockvam Boat Yards, Inc. Lake Minnetonka, Spring Park.

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Greater Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Member Picnic Members, this one is for you! Join the Greater Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, July 21st for food on the grill, Ben & Jerry's ice cream, cold beverages, and the return of the hotly-contested Home Run Challenge. Make your team ahead of time or form one the day of with your Chamber friends. The picnic will be held at 340 Park Street in Wayzata from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. Feel free to bring family and friends to this community event - the more, the merrier!

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Roxanne Rockvam, 2022 Darlene Briggs Marine Woman of the Year

Is there anything more enticing during our brilliant Minnesota summers than spending a long day on a boat looking out onto spectacular Lake Minnetonka? How about spending a lifetime with that view? It's been a lot of hard work by Jerry and Joyce Rockvam, owners of Rockvam Boat Yards, Inc in Spring Park. When you see their marina of today, it is an idyllic lakefront spot, but at their start, it was anything but idyllic. After leaving the U.S. Navy, they purchased a repair shop in 1961. It had a dirt floor, no electricity, no water, and no sewer. Their home sat behind the repair shop and used an oil burner for heat. But even with all the hardships, as the business expanded parcel by parcel, looking back, it was a risk worth taking. The popularity of the lake and the needs of the surrounding community grew as time went on, and Rockvam Boat Yards expanded services accordingly to meet the needs of the community. The Rockvam family has been an integral part of the Spring Park business and school community for decades. Jerry was a graduate of Orono High School, and the Rockvam family continues to support the Orono Foundation for Education. InIn fact, this past spring they donated a boat club membership to the foundation to show their support. On top of that, starting in 1965, Jerry has served as mayor of Spring Park off and on for 44 years. He and his family have been deeply invested in their community, and their community loves them back. Just this year, Rockvam Boat Yards was named National Marina of the Year, and it sounds like it was quite an honor for everyone involved. “It was a long journey and so exciting to have my parents receive the recognition for their countless hours of hard work, starting from scratch to creating a National Award Winning Marina. Wow, it still gives me goose bumps,” says Roxanne, the daughter of Jerry and Joyce. The business has always been a family affair. Roxanne and her sister were on the payroll when they were mere kids and worked at the marina through college. Roxanne is now the General Manager of Rockvam and runs the day to day operations. “Roxanne is more than an employee, she is our daughter,” Joyce says endearingly. While the next generation does not always choose the career path of their parents, Roxanne explains how she chose to carry on the Rockvam legacy. “After I graduated from the Carlson School of Management at the

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University of Minnesota, I did work in Admissions for the U of M. But once we built our fourth warehouse in 1997, our entire business changed. It was a turning point that allowed me to work full time and focus on sales and customer relations and it allowed me to learn the industry. It’s an interesting industry and heavily male-dominated. I really think more women should pursue a career path in the boating field. I actually started a website called “PontoonGirl.com” to focus on women boaters and their unique lifestyle.” Roxanne has not only worked in a male-dominated industry, but has done it exceptionally well. Last year she was named the Darlene Briggs Marine Woman of the Year. What was it like to be awarded this prestigious title? “I just was thrilled to bring the award home to Minnesota and Lake Minnetonka. Darlene Briggs was a founder of Wayzata Marine so it’s quite the honor to be recognized with the award in her name.” Helping others all summer drink up the relaxation of the lake leaves me wondering what Roxanne does when she has some time off. “For me, I love visiting marinas. It’s is the dorkiest thing ever, but I’ve visited marinas on five of the top ten party lakes in the United States. To me, visiting a marina or renting a pontoon while I’m on vacation is actually super interesting.” As the boating industry has changed over the years, so have the needs of customers. And Rockvam has responded accordingly. “Every business needs to adapt. The only way to thrive is to listen to your customers and provide the products and services they want,” says Roxanne. Boaters may come for relaxation and stunning sunsets, but when it comes to their leisure activities, they also want convenience and efficiency. “The biggest push we have made is via automation. We started with a ‘pay pump’ on our gas dock. This allows us to speed up our customer time on the

dock and allow our employees to stay focused on safety,” she shares. “In addition, we automated our launching system for our dry stack service. The addition of iPads and a program has streamlined from phone calls to using an app. It’s crazy to think that a marina would benefit from an app… but we also have a website link, storeonshore.com’, to allow you to order and pay for store items from our dock. Every efficiency helps. We are even expanding our rewards program, RockvamRewards.com, so be sure to check that out!" Over the years, docks were added and new warehouses were built. A store became part of the property and new services were added. From the humble beginnings to a full scale marina, Rockvam offers a large variety of services today. They have boats for sale. They have wet slip docking and dry stack storage. They also offer boat rentals. People can rent a boat for the day or join a boat club for the

entire season. It’s no small operation keeping all of these pieces running smoothly, but the Rockvam family proves time and time again that they are up to the challenge and continue to exceed their customers’ expectations. It's apparent that Rockvam Boat Yards has it all. Customers just need to bring the cooler and they'll be set for summer. But one question remains: is there anything big planned for the future? “As a child, after visiting Valley Fair, I thought it would be really cool to put a waterslide that ran off the top of our warehouse into the lake," Roxanne smiles. "But it would involve crossing the county road. So rather than telling me ‘no’, my dad said, ‘the county won't issue a permit’. But seriously, I still think that would be pretty neat,” she adds. It really, really would be. Progress is all about innovation. Now, who can we talk to about securing that permit?

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The Schools of Rock ARTICLE BY GRAHAM JOHNSON | PHOTOGRAPHY BY EMILY JOHN

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Judy and Jake Shoulak, Mother and Son Owners of Bach to Rock

Much has happened to Judy Shoulak and her son Jake since we last spoke about their music school Bach to Rock in our December 2020 issue. I caught up with her to discuss the opening of a second center in Coon Rapids, the school’s transition to and from full quarantine protocols, and the future of Bach to Rock. Bach to Rock’s approach to music has always been to meet students of any age where they are. Rather than create strict lesson plans with specific songs, Bach to Rock works to license popular songs and then deconstruct them at several technical levels so students can play what they want, at their own complexity. There has always been an underlying ideology of the franchise: If students are enjoying playing music, they’ll stick around to learn more. And apparently that model is working. With a 40% increase in the number of classes this year, students are flocking to the school from across the metro. Because of that increase in classes, Judy and Jake opened a second Bach to Rock location in Coon Rapids last May. While opening more schools was always the idea for Judy and Jake, the pandemic had put off those plans. “After we got into the pandemic, we thought 'well let’s just try and do one new location really well',” says Judy. During that time, Judy and Jake worked hard to create a name for themselves: “Building reputation early was important. Now that we've done that, we can expand." With the school beginning to offer more and more in-person lessons, including the creation of new student bands, and continuing their annual tradition of hosting a battle of the bands, it made sense to open more locations. And here, Judy’s background in operations and franchises shines.

Before Bach to Rock, Judy was not a musician. It's her son and co-owner Jake, a guitarist since 13 who has a background in various bands and pit orchestras, that brought the musical expertise. Judy's background is in operations for companies like Buffalo Wild Wings. “We were always opening lots of restaurants,” she shares. And when it came to Bach to Rock, she expected the same thing. “That was just kind of what I thought would happen.” Judy envisions Bach to Rock opening many more locations around the cities. “We’d really like to have between four to six schools by 2025,” she adds. One key lesson Judy has taken from her background has been putting more of a focus on hiring. “It's been a secret to our success; just being very proactive about hiring. That’s where I’ve spent a majority of my time,” Judy explains. So when opening a new school, replicating Plymouth’s success comes down to building a strong culture with excellent teachers. “We feel really strongly about having people that will replicate our values and culture.” A testament to that positive culture is Bach to Rock hiring its first student as a teacher. Creating such a positive culture that its students come back to teach there was always a goal for the school, but the mission has shifted somewhat. “Our mission is still to impact lives through music, but it’s more the lives of our students and our teachers and managers.” Another step Judy has taken since first opening Bach to Rock has been to enroll herself in lessons. “It was much more fulfilling than I anticipated it to be because not only did I learn how to play the piano, but I really learned why some of the things we ask our teachers to do are so important." Learning CONTINUED >

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A Student and Teacher Work Together in the Bach to Rock Recording Studio

“Our mission is still to impact lives through music, but its more the lives of our students and our teachers and managers.” how to play songs like "Sweet Caroline" not only taught her the basics of the piano, but gave Judy a greater appreciation for both the students and teachers of Bach to Rock. “I never really understood how lessons worked. In the beginning, I’d come in fifteen minutes early to whip through my practicing, and that just didn’t work. It was so important for the instructor to have me do some kind of activity outside of lessons so I was staying engaged in learning; to give me some kind of homework.” Because of her time taking lessons from the school, Judy walked away with a tactile understanding of the lessons from the ground up, which is something she appreciates. “I’m in operations, I like to know how things work,” she says.

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Originally released in 1986, the Integra was an inarguably successful model for Acura. So much so that it has been renewed and retooled for today with a strong sense of the historical traditions that made the Integra such an outstanding vehicle over the years. And the next-generation model is now on the market. Not only does the sports car offer high performance, functional versatility, but distinct design details, making it an entirely new and exciting yet comfortable driving experience for all. Built upon a foundation of performance and reimagined for a new era, the 2023 car comes equipped with a 200HP* VTEC® Turbo engine and available 6-speed manual transmission with limited-slip differential. Catering to a variety of environments and your personal drive style, it also offers an Adaptive Damper System that adjusts to road conditions, Sport Mode for greater stability when picking up speed, and Individual Mode so you can personalize select settings. When it comes to audio and connectivit y, the Integra doesn’t fall short. The available 9-inch touchscreen keeps you readily connected to your tech. Ever y Integra is equipped with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration. You can also use voice activation to connect to the available Alexa Built-In to control music, check the weather, or navigate. Opt for ELS STUDIO 3D® to fully immerse yourself in sound, with 16 speakers including t wo Highline™ overhead speakers and a cargo-integrated subwoofer.

Thoughtful design, practical versatility, and high performance engineering, outfitted with all of the right features, make the next-gen Acura Integra the must-have sports car of 2023. Released this summer, you can now shop for the Integra at Buerkle Acura, an exclusive Acura dealership located in Brooklyn Park. Opened in 1986, the family-owned dealership has maintained an exceedingly positive reputation when it comes to service. “Our mission is to provide an exceptional experience for our guests by adhering to strict standards of integrity and transparency in all of our business dealings,” shares General Manager Michael Murphy. The Buerkle Automotive Group, founded by Bill Buerkle and currently owned by his children Dave and Mary, owns and operates three full-service automotive dealerships located in the Twin Cities: Buerkle Acura, Buerkle Honda, and Buerkle Hyundai, and has been in business since 1953. With so many years to hang their hat on, it’s clear that the company’s approach to customer service and car dealership is nothing short of excellent. And the legacy is carried on by each and every employee, family or not. “I have been managing in the automotive industry for over 30 years and have seen many different market conditions. From Desert Storm to September 11th to a few recessions, and most recently COVID-19 and supply chain issues, the variety of situations and professional development of staff are two of my passions in the business,” Michael adds. CONTINUED >

THE SPECS Introducing the 2023 Acura Integra

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The 2023 Acura Integra in Apex Blue and Performance Red

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My worst sunburn ever was from laying out on an overcast day. I didn't expect to get much of a tan, let alone sunburnt, given the conditions. I was especially unconcerned since I couldn't see any color change at the time. But by evening, my skin was a bright pinkish-red, and the pain set in. I couldn't wear clothes and had to call in sick for two days. Aside from severe sunburn, there are other equally important reasons to take extra precautions in the sun, especially during the hot summer months.

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Skin cancer is the most widely recognized health problem resulting from sun exposure. To reduce your risk: • Avoid afternoon sun. • Apply sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher at least fifteen minutes before you go out. Reapply every two hours. • Look for products carrying the Skin Cancer Foundation's blue seal of approval. • Wear clothing that covers your arms and legs as well as a hat to shade your face. The sun's rays also damage our eyes. Exposure can cause cataracts and damage the retina, cornea, and lens. Cheryl Khanna, M.D. of Mayo Clinic, recommends wearing sunglasses that block 99 to 100 percent of UVA and UVB rays. Some sunglass designs offer even better protection. The best designs to block out as much UV rays as possible are wrap around or close-fitting sunglasses. The risks of dehydration and heat exhaustion also increase during warmer months. It's important to drink several glasses of water every day of the year, but especially during the summer months. If you'll be in the sun or heat for any length of time, take plenty of water with you. Better yet, carry sports drinks. They contain electrolytes which regulate chemical reactions and maintain the balance between fluids inside and outside your cells. Also, try to restrict outdoor physical activity to cooler parts of the day to avoid overheating, dehydration, and heatstroke.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR BABIES Sun exposure also increases the risk of cancer in children. This is of particular concern for babies because of their sensitive skin. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, a sunburn on a baby can be much more serious and result in high fever, dehydration, blistering, and heatstroke. To protect babies from the sun, keep them out of direct sunlight from 10 A.M. until 4 P.M. Dress them in lightweight clothing that fully covers their bodies and keep their heads covered with hats or sunbonnets with 4” brims. For travel, place babies in the center position of the back seat, or cover the car windows with UV-blocking film. Also, to keep infants and young children hydrated, carry Pedialyte, which is an excellent source of electrolytes. Summer is a time to enjoy the outdoors and warm sun, but it's also a time to protect yourself and your family from dangerous rays and high temps. No one wants to wake up with a bad sunburn in the middle of July. By taking the necessary precautions to stay safe in the sun, you'll be able to enjoy summer days on the lake with your family and friends without any downtime.

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27060 Edgewood Road

2004

$5,195,000

8,455

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2520 Arcola Lane

1954

$3,150,000

6,104

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387 Orono Orchard Road S

1992

$2,800,000

7,931

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2690 Deer Run Trail E

2002

$1,401,000

4,692

Coldwell Banker Realty

6035 Galpin Lake Road

1943

$1,400,000

5,907

Coldwell Banker Realty

2323 Huntington Point Rd W

1994

$1,350,000

4,065

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999 Wildhurst Trail

1975

$1,350,000

3,434

Coldwell Banker Realty

20565 Linden Road

1950

$1,305,000

2,809

Coldwell Banker Realty

4767 Island View Drive

1925

$1,250,000

1,812

Coldwell Banker Realty

4045 Bayside Road

1950

$1,212,500

3,918

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Mound Farmers' Market

5 5 1 5 S H O R E L I NE DR I V E, MO UND | 8 :0 0 A M The Mound Farmers' Market is here and will run through October 8th. Stop by on Saturdays between 8:00 A.M. and 12:30 P.M. to check out locally grown fresh produce, mushrooms, maple syrup, flowers, baked goods, handmade products, and live music by local talents. The market is an outdoor market and is located next to the Dakota Trail in downtown Mound.

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EXCELSIO R As always, our community will celebrate our Nation’s favorite holiday with a day full of activities! The 4th of July festivities will kick off with the Firecracker Run at 7:30 A.M. Then, gather your little ones to walk in the Water Street Kids' Parade at 11 A.M. There will be popsicles and music at the finish line from 11:30 A.M. until 12:30 P.M. The night will finish off with the best fireworks on Lake Minnetonka! J U LY 4 T H

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4 4 1 OA K ST R E E T, E XC EL S I OR | 7 :30 A M Start your 4th of July with a bang by running in the 45th annual Excelsior Firecracker Run! There are three race distances:1 mile, 5K, and 10K. Packet pick-up starts at 6:15 A.M. on Monday, July 4th at Excelsior Elementary School with the race beginning at 7:30 A.M. Avoid the crowds and take advantage of pre-race packet pick-up on Sunday, July 3rd from 10 A.M. to 6 P.M. at Excelsior Elementary School. JULY 7TH

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8 5 0 L A K E ST R E E T NO RT H, WAYZATA | 1 :30 P M Held at 850 Lake Street North in Wayzata, the Wayzata Farmers' Market is happening and will run through September 24th. It takes place every Thursday from 1:30 P.M. until 5:30 P.M. Stop by to check out fresh and local produce, plants, baked goods, meats, cheese, art, and more! There will also be live music by the local musicians Stringbeans Band! JULY 21ST-24 TH

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WAT E R ST R E E T, E XC E L S I OR | 1 2:0 0 A M The most anticipated summer shopping event of the year is back and there will be more music, food, and fun festivities than ever before! Crazy Days will begin on Thursday, July 21st, and will run through Sunday, July 24th in downtown Excelsior. There will be a wide variety of sidewalk tent sales, food vendors, and a Kid's Corner with plenty of family-friendly activities.

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