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Wayzata Weekends: Shop, Eat and Enjoy
Weekly information about specials, events, family activities and more in the Wayzata area, as submitted by the Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce.
Shop
The bakery is finally open, and they are cooking up wonderful things from scratch with all the finest ingredients. They have seating for those who wish to sit and have something to drink and eat at the shop. They are very excited to add this unique piece to Wayzata. This just adds another flavor to Kathie's Finds for you to enjoy.
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Good News! Bike rentals are now available at the Epic Grind.
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Need a last minute gift for Dad? Holly & Ivy has beautiful stained glass pieces for his desk or window. If grilling's his passion, we have denim blue and sienna grilling aprons and mitts. Free gift wrapping while you wait. Location: 240 Minnetonka Ave. S., across from the Wayzata Post Office.
Ready for spring? We are! New stained glass garden stakes by local artist Mike Carlson - great colors, great price—handmade.
Stop worrying about your computer! Sign up for a Quality Care subscription at Data Doctors today. If it breaks or gets a virus, we'll fix it! It's that simple. 952-473-1350.
Celebrating open water and the lake! Entertain outside and don't worry about breakage. Come check out their acrylics, melamine and wipe off linens. Serve it up indoors or out. See all of their fish, nautical and summer goods. Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday thru Friday; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday.
Wayzata Garden Market! Now open at Wayzata Bay Center, same location, same quality flowers, same great experienced gardeners to help. Open at 9 a.m., seven days a week.
They are all moved in! Now, DESIGNS and P.O.S.H are together at the same location. If you are looking for that one of a kind piece of furniture or fabulous accessory, stop by 750 E. Lake Street in Wayzata. Any Questions? Call P.O.S.H at 952-473-7674 or DESIGNS at 952-475-0196.
Now offering discounts of 25-50 percent on most moving boxes and supplies like tape and bubble wrap. This special seasonal offer coincides with the busiest season of household moving and reorganizing. Stop by the UPS Store near Lunds for great advice, service and supplies this moving season. In addition to shipping via UPS, Postal and DHL, the UPS Store also offers shipment of furniture and freight. Open seven days a week. Call 952-249-1500 for more information.
"Like" Wayzata Village Shops on Facebook - Charming Shoppes. Personal service, 20-plus locally owned and owner operated shoppes in the heart of Wayzata on East Lake Street.
Eat
Enjoy outdoor dining on Lake Minnetonka at Sunsets! Sunsets offers a full menu on the patio as well as both happy hours. Their patio is open at 7 a.m. daily, weather permitting.
D'Amico & Sons
There's a new menu for you! Some new items include whole wheat spaghetti primavera, Sstrozzapreti with tomato, broccoli, grana and soffritto, mushroom, bacon and fontina pizza, patrami and Swiss panini and let us not forget the delicious S'More cupcake! See the full menu here. Also, check out their new Office & Party menu which includes box lunches, platters and buffets.
Now open on Sundays at 4 p.m. Stop in for their new "Bigger, Better Happy Hour!" featuring sweet and sour Asian ribs ($5), calamari ($6), mini burgers ($4), BBQ beef sliders ($5) plus tap beer ($3), red/white wine ($4), rail drinks ($4), martinis ($5) and $3 off all other wines by the glass!
Epic Grind
Stop by and enjoy their outdoor seating. The Epic Grind is now serving fresh-brewed coffee and pastries from Wuollet.
Wednesday's nightly feature is "Oysters & Bubbles." Enjoy s oysters paired with two glasses of champagne every Wednesday at NorthCoast. New this summer to our happy hour menu is $1 Blue Point Oysters. Lakeside patio and rooftop deck are now open for the summer.
Enjoy
Wayzata's "Day for Dogs" is Saturday, June 25 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. downtown on Lake Street
Shop Wayzata and check out pooch-friendly activities all around town. The sidewalks will be lined with pet and family friendly activities such as:
- Artist sketches of your dog
- Free face painting for the kids
- Warm dog washes
- Plus food and treats for everyone
Questions? Contact the Wayzata Chamber Office at 952-473-9595 or visitwww.wayzataweekends.com
Now announcing Beach Blanket Comedy in the Park at BayView! Join them every Sunday at 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. for outdoor comedy on Lake Minnetonka. Also join them for their weekly public cruises aboard the Queen of Excelsior. These cruises will be running Wednesday thru Sunday throughout the summer. Visit Bayview online or call 952-470-VIEW (8439) with any questions.
The Steamboat Minnehaha will return to Big Island on June 18 and 19 for the "Big Island Wilderness Adventure." All who climb aboard will experience a restored wilderness park full of the wonders nature has to offer. All trips leave from and return to the Excelsior City Docks. The scheduled departures are 9:30 a.m., 11:10 a.m., 12:50 p.m., 2:20 p.m. and 4 p.m. Round-trip tickets cost $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12. To order your tickets, click here. For more information visit their website above.
Don't miss the Women's Golf Event!
What: Women's 9 Hole golf outing, with social hour and prizes following
When: 4 p.m., Wednesday June 29
Where: Glen Lake Par 31 Golf Course, 14350 County Road 62, Minnetonka
How: Call, e-mail or stop in at Sun & Ski to make reservation with payment. You must register by June 20.
Cost: $15.50 per golfer (cart extra), $12 senior rate (62+)
*Participants (only) will recieve a coupon for 15 percent discount on all golf-related clothing and accessories. Coupon valid on day of event, June 29, for one week only.
- July 13 from 4-6 p.m. at the Wayzata Library
Celebrate Summer with Nicholas Carter's music, storytelling and puppetry from Paraguay. Enjoy garden-inspired art projects and an "I Spy" adventure. Bring your own blanket and picnic to enjoy in the Wayzata Library Garden. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Wayzata Library.
Enjoy a vintage evening of culture, cars and cocktails to benefit Hammer! Don't miss this unique fundraising benefit for individuals with developmental disabilities. The event will take place July 21 at BMW of Minnetonka, home of the largest indoor showroom in the world. Tickets are $45 in advance and $50 at the door. A limited number of VIP tickets are available in advance for $80. To purchase tickets click here.
M & I has begun their community outreach program for the month of June and is now a collection site! They are accepting food and cash donations for IOCP at their Wayzata Branch from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday and 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday.
4th of July Flying Pancake Breakfast
Enjoy a memborable breakfast! Guests will "catch 'em if they can" pancakes tossed from the grill at the Historic Wayzata Depot. Breakfast includes sausage, coffee, cold drink and a free flag. Cost is $6. USA Veterans eat free. Watch revoluntionary actors and soldiers! Hosted by the Lake Minnetonka Society. Nearly 1,000 attended the 2009 Pancake Breakfast!
The Summer Organ Concert Series is back! Come and enjoy short, free concerts on Wednesdays from 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Come early, bring a bag lunch and eat ouside in the peaceful garden or inside in the Colonnade.
Schedule your "Mini Makeover" with a select stylist and get pampered—or "Glam Up" for a special occassion with a hair style and makeup lesson. All for $50! Regularly $100. It's "All 4 U" at E-Salon.
"Summer Time Fun" with Paradise Charter Cruises and the Minneapolis Queen! Daily Public Cruise Schedule online including:
- Daily afternoon sightseeing cruises
- Happy hour and pizza cruises
- Friday night dinner cruises
- Sunday brunch cruises
Save $3 per ticket by booking online using discount code "DC0311." Mention your Wayzata Chamber membership for your discounted charter rates. Call today at 952-474-8058 or visit them online for more.
Minnetonka Center for the Arts
Featured Artist: Suzanne Carnes "An Artful Life" from May 26 - June 30. Free and open to the public.
Gallery Hours: Monday, Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(Saturday June 25 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
Tuesday - Thursday: 9 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Closed Sundays.
Relax and enjoy a dreamy Italian spa adventure with Rodica Face & Body, Inc. held Sept. 28 - Oct. 7. For more information please call 952-475-3111.
