THE MEADOWS AT MYSTIC LAKE CELEBRATES 20 YEARS OF CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF.
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On Being a Dad
Have you ever wondered, “Do fathers matter? What differences do I make in my home as a dad?” Let’s start with the simple answer — the importance of a father is tremendous! Fathers make countless differences in their home and family. However, how much impact you decide to make as a dad is entirely up to you!
My own dad certainly taught me many things, but by far the most important value he taught me is to always be present. Always be there, always be available, and never say, “I’m too busy.” You never know when one of your children may need to talk. They may need help in class, help navigating friendships, help practicing their favorite sport, help with a project, or maybe they just want to talk.
A father’s gifts of quality time, life-giving words, and positive actions have a long-lasting impact on his children.
As I reflect on fatherhood this month, here are just a few of the ways dads can build up their home:
• A father’s strength can be powerful
• A dad’s words can be fueling and inspirational
• A dad’s encouragement can mean everything
• Hugs from a dad can be deeply comforting
• A dad’s smile can instill joy and confidence
• Time with a dad can be fun and productive
• A dad’s physicality can be challenging
• A dad’s guidance can be life-changing and foundational
• A father’s correction can be life-saving and life-giving
• Adventures with a dad can be exciting and memorable
Let your father or a father figure in your life know how much he matters to you. And if you are a dad, let us be the first to say — thank you. You are invaluable to the people who know and need you and to the community around you.
Happy Father’s Day!
MATT SHAEFFER, PUBLISHER
June 2025
PUBLISHER
Matt Shaeffer | matt.shaeffer@citylifestyle.com
EDITOR
Lauren Beaubaire | lauren.beaubaire@citylifestyle.com
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Amanda Wagner, Emily McKeever, Lauren Beaubaire, Jen Fortner
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JUNE 2025
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WHERE NEIGHBORS CAN SEE AND BE SEEN
1-2: The Waconia Chamber visited Gongoll Beef on their farm in Mayer for a ribbon cutting ceremony and enjoyed incredible brisket! 3-4: Shape It Up Fitness owner Megan VanEyll and her partner, Marcus Tevis, were the Waconia Star Couple in the “2B Continued Dancing Like The Stars Live Show,” helping to raise $398,000 for 2B Continued’s mission of mental health awareness. 5-7: It was a big weekend at Molly’s restaurant in St. Boni as owner Molly Krinhop and guests celebrated the official rebranding of the restaurant. The celebrations kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Waconia Chamber, followed by a weekend of live music, great drinks, and, of course, delicious food.
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Happy Belated Anniversary to Shop Chicks Co.!
Shop Chicks Co. is 6! In March, this energetic and stylish team celebrated their 6th anniversary with what else? A chic party! At Shop Chicks Co. you’ll find women supporting women, offering fashionable options that help you step out into the world feeling like your most confident self. Does that sound good to you? Visit them online at shopchicksco.com/ or in person at 113 West Main Street.
Welcome to Waconia, Wild Poppy Boutique!
In April, Wild Poppy Boutique, a carefully curated shop filled with trendy women's clothing and fun accessories, opened on Main Street in Waconia. As you pull together a summer wardrobe full of cute and comfortable looks, stop in and welcome them to the neighborhood. Their mission is to help women feel confident and love how they look. That’s a purpose we can get behind! You can visit them online as well at wildpoppyboutique.com/
The Cove Wine & Spirits Wins Special Recognition
Congratulations to Mackenthun’s Fine Foods’ The Cove Wine & Spirits for its recognition as Minnesota Grocers Association's Minnesota Grown Retailer of the Year for 2025! The Cove Wine & Spirits is your locally owned beverage emporium located in Mackenthun’s Fine Foods Minnetrista. Both Mackenthun’s and The Cove are committed to supporting local farmers and makers, offering, in turn, the freshest, locally grown and raised ingredients to their customers.
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20 Years of Golf and Good Times
FROM HISTORY TO CELEBRATIONS, DISCOVER THE EXCITEMENT THAT AWAITS YOU AT THE MEADOWS AT MYSTIC LAKE
ARTICLE BY EMILY MCKEEVER | PHOTOGRAPHY BY SMSC MULTIMEDIA TEAM
The Meadows at Mystic Lake is far more than a place to master your follow-through or cheer from the gallery at your favorite golf tournament. It’s a hub of connection where people come together over their love of golf, and where friends, new and old, share a delicious meal in the sun or enjoy the variety of entertainment available at Mystic Lake. Throughout the years, these gorgeous grounds have evolved and changed in many positive ways, but what’s stayed the same is their mission of upholding and promoting the game of golf and its values for all golfers in Minnesota.
This year, they’re celebrating a big milestone — their 20th anniversary. Mike Luckraft, Director of Golf at The Meadows at Mystic Lake, walks us through a little history of this landmark and how you can expect the celebration to unfold.
WHAT WAS THE VISION BEHIND STARTING THE COURSE TWO DECADES AGO?
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community purchased Lone Pine Country Club in 2002. In 2003, the course was completely remodeled and reopened in late summer of 2005 as
The Meadows at Mystic Lake. The golf course has since drawn numerous prestigious awards and recognitions from Golf Digest, Golfweek, and Midwest Gaming and Travel.
Course designer Garrett Gill remarked, “This is more than a round of golf. It’s an experience. With waterfalls, native plantings, and statuary, it’s unlike any other golf course.” Another designer behind the course, Paul Miller, reflected, “The Meadows at Mystic Lake is the most exciting golf course project that I have been involved in. We had an opportunity to enhance the natural features of the landscape to create a dramatic golf experience that is second to none in the state of Minnesota.”
WHAT
TYPES
OF
EVENTS OR LEAGUES DO YOU HOST?
The Meadows hosts several large tournaments and events each year for corporate organizations as well as the MN PGA, the Minnesota Vikings Foundation annual tournament, the Notah Begay III Jr. Regional Finals, and this year, a Women’s US Open Qualifying Event.
HOW HAS THE COURSE EVOLVED OR EXPANDED THROUGHOUT THE YEARS?
We’ve improved the course playability and are continually updating bunkers, tee locations, and turf conditions, overseen by our Golf Course Superintendent, Pete Nolan, who has been with us for nearly the entire 20 years. The golf course is thriving after 20 years in business and continues to make new investments in the operation to enhance the golfer experience. It’s fun to be part of such a great golf facility with great recognition throughout Minnesota and the Midwest.
WHAT KIND OF OFF-COURSE EXPERIENCES, LIKE DINING AND LIVE MUSIC, DO YOU OFFER?
Off the course, guests can enjoy the outstanding amenities, dining, and entertainment available at Mystic Lake — plus, there’s almost always a variety of headlining music and comedy acts at the Mystic Showroom. If you’re not a golfer, you can enjoy bar bites, burgers, fresh salads, and more from The Meadows Bar and Grille on our newly renovated patio that overlooks the course.
The Meadows also hosts the annual Dakotah! Sport and Fitness Turkey Trot 5K each fall.
HOW ARE YOU CELEBRATING YOUR 20TH ANNIVERSARY?
The team is still deciding how they will celebrate 20 years of success with the public. Stay tuned by following us on social media at @golfthemeadows and subscribing to our monthly E-newsletter on golfthemeadows.com.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE MEADOWS?
The next chapter involves the addition of LaunchPad Golf The Meadows, a year-round golf and entertainment destination for all ages and abilities with a vibrant social atmosphere and exceptional dining located next to our course and Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake. Whether you’re looking to gather with friends, host a corporate event, or simply enjoy a night out, join us as we redefine what it means to “Golf The Meadows.”
Learn more and book your tee time at www.golfthemeadows.com/
The Perfect Steak
PASTURE TO PLATE PERFECTION WITH DAVE GONGOLL OF GONGOLL BEEF
ARTICLE BY EMILY MCKEEVER
This time of year, you’ll be hard-pressed to drive through any Minnesota neighborhood without catching the familiar scents of summer. No, not suntan lotion and fresh-cut grass; we’re talking the unmistakable aroma of charred meats and sizzling success. When looking to up your grilling game, especially with steak, you need tips from a professional who knows the meat inside and out – literally. Someone who understands quality and cuts and has a passion for the process. You need a family-owned and operated local farm, Gongoll Beef, and you need Dave Gongoll.
Gongoll Beef, a third-generation farm located in Mayer, sets itself apart from other local producers in many ways, but what stands out most is the quality of its product. “When we get a steer, they weigh about 100-120 pounds, and right away, we put them on corn,” Dave shares. With this nutrient-dense corn diet, along with a little hay on the side, Gongoll Beef’s Angus cattle gain about 100 pounds a month and turn out some of the tastiest meat you’ll find in the Midwest. How will you know? “When a steer eats corn its entire life, you’ll find white marbling ingrained and evenly distributed throughout the meat, not just along the edges.” And that marbling is the fat that gives it its rich flavor, meltin-your-mouth texture, and irresistible juiciness.
Alsleben Meats, the butcher that Gongoll Beef works with exclusively, also takes the extra step of hanging the beef carcass for two weeks. This allows natural enzymes responsible for breaking down tough connective tissue to act, resulting in more tender meat. Imagine the scene in Rocky when Balboa does a bit of training in the meat locker. That—minus the struggling, small-town boxer.
When a Friday night calls for steaks on the grill at Dave’s house, his cut of choice is a T-bone, sliced an inch and a quarter thick. “Cooking with a bone adds a lot of flavor, and this thickness makes it easier to get medium rare, which is the juiciest.” And if you think the reddish liquid that seeps out of a medium-rare steak is blood, think again. It’s actually a mix of water and myoglobin – a protein that stores and carries oxygen and gives the meat its color and richness.
DAVE’S DIRECTIONS ON HOW TO MAKE THE PERFECT STEAK
Now that you know what’s behind the robust, mouthwatering flavor of Gongoll Beef, Dave happily shares his simple yet masterful grilling process, and he’s got it down to a science.
1. Dave thaws his steaks in the refrigerator overnight. 2. When the apron’s on and he’s ready to fire up the barbecue, he lets the meat come to room temperature and seasons it with nothing more than salt and pepper. 3. With the grill heated to 500 degrees, he cooks one side for 2 minutes and 45 seconds, flips it for another 2 minutes and 10 seconds, and then lets it rest for exactly 15 minutes. “Any more than that,” he says, “and you’re eating it cold!”Dave wholeheartedly believes it takes all the key players — farmer, butcher, and top-tier Angus — combining forces to achieve gourmet greatness. With Gongoll Beef, the way each of these contributors performs ensures you’ll never have to break the cardinal rule that all farmers live by: Thou shall never use A.1. Sauce on a steak. Because with Gongoll Beef, you simply won’t need it.
www.gongollbeef.com
“Dave’s cut of choice is a T-bone sliced an inch and a quarter thick. ‘Cooking with a bone adds a lot of flavor, and this thickness makes it easier to get medium rare, which is the juiciest.’”
Getting Back in the Game
Starting strong and staying strong—whether
you’re
starting fresh or rebuilding your routine—with Crusher Fitness & Health
Hey guys! Has the dad bod run its course? Maybe you’re tired of feeling… well, tired–and are ready to make some changes. If you’re nodding your head in agreement, read on.
What better time to kick-start some healthy new routines or head back into the fitness game than this month, when we celebrate our rock-solid role models, dad-joking protectors, and reliable father figures? Do something just for you, and while you’re at it, sleep better, lower your stress and anxiety, and simply build a better version of yourself. But, you say, I’m busy, and I can’t do it alone! We’ve got you! We talked with Geo Villavicencio, general manager and coach at Crusher Fitness & Health, who says there’s nothing more rewarding than taking that first brave step. And if you’re still reading, it’s clear that you’re ready.
“Whether you’re brand new or returning after a break, our team loves watching someone gain strength, confidence, and pride in their effort; that’s what it’s all about,” Geo shares. And with that, he points out, comes setting good examples for peers and, most
ARTICLE BY EMILY MCKEEVER
importantly, their families. Geo’s top advice for men who are either new to the gym or haven’t worked out in years: “Just walk through the door.” At Crusher, part of the mission is to make fitness approachable, inclusive, and not intimidating.
“We offer a supportive community where, no matter your fitness level, everyone has a place and feels like they belong.”
A common misconception is that you need to be fit before you even begin, but Geo says that’s not true–he emphasizes that what matters most is simply starting and committing to improving yourself. “At Crusher, our coaches are trained to work with you to find the pace that’s right for your body and goals.” Geo and his team understand that gyms can feel overwhelming, but he explains Crusher is different. “You won’t get lost in the crowd or left behind here. Our coaches give each person individualized attention, even in group classes. You’ll feel seen, supported, and welcomed from day one.”
Interested to see what a new health journey could look like for you? “A great beginner plan blends strength, cardio, movement variety, and also includes recovery–all of which are a focus in our programming,” Geo explains. He recommends starting with 2–3 classes a week to build a sustainable habit. “Our programs meet you where you’re at and evolve with you—we’re here to help you move well, feel strong, and stay consistent.”
And that word, consistency, is one that’s used a lot at Crusher. “We always say, ‘consistency over intensity,’ every time.” If you’re thinking about starting your journey at home, Geo notes that bodyweight squats, step-ups, push-ups (with modifications), light dumbbell work, and walking are all
excellent ways to begin on your own. “But the real magic happens with coaching. At Crusher, we show you how to move safely and effectively, so even the simplest movement builds long-term strength and confidence.”
As you lace your sneakers, fill your water bottle, and start stretching (you are PUMPED!) Geo stresses that real transformation takes time. “Focus on the wins you can’t see in the mirror— better energy, improved sleep, lower stress. Show up, trust the process, and let the results follow.” He says it’s not about going all in. It’s about showing up, stacking wins, and making fitness part of your life–oh, and surrounding yourself with the supportive community at Crusher Fitness & Health.
Ready to schedule a free consultation? Reach out to Geo and his team here: https://crushercrossfit.com/
ARTICLE BY EMILY MCKEEVER
A Father’s Day Gift Guide
SHOW DAD YOUR LOVE WITH THESE THOUGHTFUL FINDS FROM THE LOCAL BUSINESS COMMUNITY
BBQ Essentials
For the dad bod in your life, grab a comfy soft tee at Nice Shirt Co. or fill his grill kit with new tasty barbecue essentials like sauces, seasonings, and spices. niceshirtco.com/
Quality Coffee
Let’s be honest; you’re the reason he’s tired! Head to Mocha Monkey and pick up a bag of their flavorful coffee, roasted in-house, or a gift card so he can stay well-caffeinated for whatever you throw his way. themochamonkey.com/
Unlimited Wash Club Membership
Give the gift of membership to the kind of club that’ll make every dad jealous - the Unlimited Wash Club at Sota Shine! Choose from packages like Minnesota Nice and Superior Shine to keep his car baby sparkling clean. sotashine.com/
Day on the Water
Rent a pontoon or speedboat (or pretty much any type of boat you can think of) from Your Boat Club to have a sunny celebration for the head honcho of the family. yourboatclub.com/
Cathy Mackenthun’s Meats & Cheeses
Doesn’t the phrase read, “The way to a Dad’s heart is through his stomach?” Cathy Mackenthun’s Meats & Deli can help with that. Load up his gift bag with meats, cheeses, and all the fixins for the perfect Father’s Day! cathymackenthuns.com/
Photography by Maria Claire Media
I love teenagers. I really do. Give me a teenager over a newborn any day of the week. I know babies are magical, and they are darling when sleeping, but I find them to be well… a bit boring. Show me an experience, any experience, with a teenager that could be characterized as boring? Impossible. Terrifying. Mystifying. Trying. Thrilling. Dizzying. I still prefer that drama compared to infant drama.
Life Minded
So due to my love of teenagers and my penchant for harebrained road trip plans, I found myself on a 1550-mile road trip with my 16 year-old son and two of his friends for “spring break.” Before we left, a few people told me I must be crazy to take this on. But I paid no attention to the naysayers because this isn’t even close to the worst idea I’ve had.
Spring break in Minnesota is a time when many people leave the state to refamiliarize themselves with the giant warm orb in the sky others in the US take for granted. Sure, traveling to Florida or Mexico or California makes perfect sense to break up a long Minnesota winter. But where did we go? America’s best-kept secret spring break destination: Louisville, Kentucky. I admit I had to look up how far it was to Louisville, Kentucky. It’s 10 and a half hours. Longer with boys who need snacks every ninety minutes. And why on earth would one travel to Kentucky in March?
College lacrosse games, of course. I had a car full of high school lacrosse players who wanted to see college games. Because the only thing better than lacrosse for these three is more lacrosse interspersed with fast food and doughnut stops. And oddly,
Minded
I kind of feel the same. I have grown to truly love the game.
We stopped in Madison, Wisconsin, and stayed overnight. We went to the closest burger place to our hotel, and the stars somehow aligned because they had food but also pool tables. The boys played pool alongside college kids and even invited me to play. I’m terrible, and my son was legitimately surprised by how badly I play as if I had been hiding my pool shark skills from him his whole life. When we paid, the cheerful bartender told me that they were the most polite and respectful teenagers he had ever served. I beamed. He followed it up with what an awful teenager he had been. We agreed, adolescence is tough on everyone involved.
In Kentucky, we watched the University of Utah beat Bellarmine University in a close game on a stunning campus. I was cheering for both teams, which is pretty unpopular in the stands. It was a balmy 81 degrees, and I burned my left arm. That made it feel very spring breaky. We followed it up with a game in Iowa where we watched Iowa State versus Purdue in 34 degrees and rain. I lost sensation in my feet. That made it feel like we were on our way home.
Car conversations ran from Clash Royale to lacrosse stats to snack preferences, and in the background, an impressive music playlist blared that included John Denver, Coldplay, the Bee Gees, and a gentleman named BigXthaPlug, who I was not familiar with. I can really comfortably recommend not including BigXthaPlug during a family car ride.
When we rolled into the driveway, I was fried. Speaking of fried, I really was looking forward to eating a salad. I couldn’t wait to get out of the car, AND I’m the shortest passenger by five inches. I could only imagine how they felt. One of the boys let out a long sigh and said, “Well, where do you think we should go next year?”
And so perhaps I am crazy, but this stage lasts for a blink. Half a blink. The boys, these young men will soon be fully fledged men all too soon. They’ll have careers and relationships and responsibilities and wins and losses. Adulthood comes for us all far too quickly. If you get a chance to hang out with the young men in your life, jump at the chance. Meet them where they are and go where they want to go. Somewhere on the open road. It will remind you when so much was ahead and it was all possibilities.
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BY JEN FORTNER
Jen Fortner is a freelance writer who enjoys asking friends and strangers far too many questions. She spends her spare time sitting in inclement weather watching youth sports, traveling, cooking, and searching for the very best baked goods. She lives in the Southwest Metro with her husband, three children and the most spoiled dog.
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INSIDE MAD MUSCLE GARAGE
How Mad Muscle Garage built a business around classic cars and community
ARTICLE BY AMANDA WAGNER
Surrounded by classic cars and restoration projects for as long as he can remember, Matt Thoraldson’s love of classic cars and their stories started early in life. Growing up, neighbors and family members were always working on something with four wheels and a story to tell.
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
“That’s what I love most—meeting people, hearing the stories behind their vehicles. Everyone has a reason they’re passionate about these cars.”
“I always loved watching the evolution of a car,” he says. “There’s just something about seeing it come together—and hearing the stories behind it—that stuck with me.”
That was the beginning of Mad Muscle Garage. That early exposure turned into a lifelong passion. But before opening his own shop, Matt built a career in sales. “I was always in sales, but I wanted the freedom to start my own thing—to manage my own time and build something for myself,” he says. That opportunity came when he landed a position as general manager at a classic car dealership. When the dealership closed, Matt saw a gap—and a chance to fill it.
While Matt had experience in sales, the business started with a focus on restoration and building a portfolio of experience and knowledge of classic cars. “It wasn’t about getting rich,” he says. “It was about doing it right—helping people bring their cars back to life.”
Mad Muscle Garage has since grown into a respected name among collectors and classic car enthusiasts, with a rotating inventory of 50 to 60 vehicles. The shop specializes in buying and consigning high-quality classic and muscle cars—primarily turnkey vehicles ready for the road. “We don’t really deal in unfinished projects,” Matt says. “Condition and quality are everything.”
1977 Pontiac Trans Am
Most of the cars he sells are from the mid to early’ 70s—a sweet spot for many buyers who are looking to recapture a bit of their youth. “A lot of guys come in and say, ‘I had that car in high school,’” Matt laughs. While interest in cars from the early 1950s and before has declined with changing demographics, muscle cars are still in hot demand.
The business operates by appointment only, and many vehicles sell before they’re even photographed. “We’re averaging about 10 cars a month, and a lot of them ship out of state,” he says. Vehicles typically sell in the $30,000–$50,000 range, and buyers are usually 35 and older—people who want something that’s not just a showpiece but something they can actually drive and enjoy.
Services include buying and consigning vehicles, appraisals, inspections (especially for cars 20 years or older), and restorations when the situation is just right. Matt is also an active member of MSRA (Minnesota Street Rod Association) and sponsors car show events, including the annual show at the Scott County Fair.
But beyond the cars, it’s the people who keep Matt excited to come into the shop every day. “That’s what I love most—meeting people, hearing the stories behind their vehicles. Everyone has a reason they’re passionate about these cars. You never know who’s going to walk through the door or what story they’ll bring with them.”
Looking ahead, Mad Muscle Garage is gearing up for car show season and expanding its reach in the collector community. Matt himself has a personal fleet of about 15 cars, including one from his bucket list—a Dodge Viper he finally picked up last year.
As for the future of the industry? Matt recognizes the growing presence of electric vehicles but sees classic cars as timeless. “Electric has its place, sure,” he says. “But there’s nothing like the rumble of a big-block engine.”
For Matt and Mad Muscle Garage, it’s not just about selling cars—it’s about preserving history, celebrating craftsmanship, and keeping the muscle car spirit alive.
www.midwestclassiccar.com/
Local Links We Love
YOUR ROUNDUP OF LOCAL GOLF
COURSES
FOR A GREAT DAY ON THE GREEN
ARTICLE BY LAUREN BEAUBAIRE
1. Island View Golf Club offers a challenging 18-hole course near scenic Lake Waconia. After your round, sit out on the patio to enjoy a beverage or a casual meal in their restaurant, Vandy’s Grille.
2. Deer Run Golf Club’s beautiful course in Victoria seamlessly blends the charm of an old, private club with modern amenities.
3. Pioneer Creek Golf Course’s 18-hole course is situated on 200 picturesque, rolling acres along Pioneer Creek, providing a challenge for every level of play.
4. Chaska Town Course sprawls over 285 acres of oak groves, open prairie, and marshlands, making this public course a true gem.
5. Windsong Farm Golf Club has two meticulously crafted courses, each offering its own distinct charm, challenge, and character.
6. Burl Oaks Golf Club surrounds you in nature, offering a fast pace of play on their 18- and 9-hole courses.
7. Timber Creek Golf Course’s18-hole par 72 course with driving range, short game practice area, and snack bar makes for a great afternoon of golf.
8. Dahlgreen Golf Club is a championship 18-hole course, hosting fun tournaments and men’s, women’s, and friend leagues.
9. Hazeltine National Golf Club was designed to host national championships, featuring a challenging 18-hole course with beautifully landscaped fairways against a breathtaking backdrop.
10. B’s on the River’s Edge Golf Club offers a fun 9-hole, par 36 golf course on over 60 acres of lush greens, making this a great course for a quick round.
events
A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
JUNE 4TH
Live by the Lake Free Concert Series
Bayfront Park in Victoria | 6:00 PM
Soak up the best of summer with Live by the Lake, the City of Victoria's free community concert series! Every Wednesday evening throughout the summer, from 6-8pm at Bayfront Park, enjoy great music from the best local talent while taking in stunning views of Stieger Lake. The Jolly Pops kick off the series on June 4. Get the full schedule: victoriamn.gov/community/events_and_programs/community_events/live_by_the_lake.php
JUNE 11TH
Victoria Classic Car Night
Highway 5 & Victoria Drive, Victoria | 5:00 PM
Victoria Classic Car Night kicks off on June 11 and runs through August 27. Organized by the Victoria Business Association, Victoria Classic Car Night draws classic cars and car enthusiasts from all over the metro area to downtown Victoria on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the summer months from 5-8pm. Come see for yourself this incredible collection of classic cars!
JUNE 21ST
Lake Waconia Band Festival
Main Street, Waconia | 6:00 PM
The 26th Annual Lake Waconia Band Festival will take over Main Street on Saturday, June 21! This “bands only” parade competition is the highlight of the summer marching band season, drawing top bands from around Minnesota with an expected audience of 3,000. Hosted by the Waconia Band Boosters, this event is sponsored by local businesses and supported by over 100 volunteers.
JUNE 22ND
Groovin on the Green'
The Winery at Sovereign Estate & Island View Golf Club | 6:00 PM
Don't miss an unforgettable summer evening at Groovin' on the Green—a fresh take on Ridgeview Foundation’s signature event! Enjoy a lively night of music from 6-10pm with Chase & Ovation's salute to Prince, games, food, and more, all to help raise funds for local healthcare initiatives. The fun continues on June 23 with their annual Golf Tournament at Island View Golf Club. Get tickets and learn more: ridgeviewmedical.org/foundation/events/groovin-on-the-green/
JUNE 26TH
Victoria Farmers Market
ENKI Brewing | 3:00 PM
Get your groceries for the week at the Victoria Farmers Market on Thursdays from 3-6pm. Explore a vibrant selection of local produce, unique small goods, and handmade treasures. The City of Victoria also has a tent at the market, offering resources about parks, community initiatives, and local services, so you can stay connected with all that’s happening around town.
JUNE 27TH
Shape It Up Fitness Charity Golf Tournament
Timber Creek Golf Course | 11:30 AM
Grab your clubs and mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Shape It Up Fitness Charity Golf Scramble! This event is fun for golfers and non-golfers alike. Tee time is at 11:30am at the beautiful Timber Creek Golf Course. All money raised at this charity game will be donated to the fantastic Waconia DandyLions. Go to @shapeitupmn on Instagram to learn more.
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