Casting Call: Blue Water Theater Company Auditioning for 'Annie'

Kids in grades three through 12 can try out for local theatre company's presentation of "Annie."

Shorewood Photographer Donates Award-Winning Photo to Arboretum

Al Whitaker's photograph 'Iris Pond and Bog' won top prize earlier this year in a national contest. It's new home is the Minnesota Arboretum.

Former American Idol Contestent Plays Free Show on Lake Minnetonka

Oake on the Water returned to Lake Minnetonka Thursday with a top-three American Idol finisher. Have photos from yesterday's show? Post them on Patch using the upload button below and share them with the community!

Blue Water Theater Company Showcases Talent of Rising Stars

Wayzata group's production in Minneapolis next monthwill feature more than a dozen local high school and college students.

Missy Higgins Plays Maynard's for Oake on the Water

Missy Higgins was in Excelsior in advance of a world tour in support of her new album "The Ol' Razzle Dazzle," set to drop in the U.S. next week.

Missy Higgens Comes to Maynard's Today for Oake on the Water

Popular singer comes to Excelsior for summer concert in advance of her world tour and the release of her new album.

Wayzata-based Blue Water Theater Company Presents 'Guys and Dolls'

Curtain rises on production tomorrow in Wayzata. Cast includes student actors from 15 area schools, including those from Wayzata, Orono and Minnetonka.

Tonight: Heads Will Turn During Excelsior Girl's Night Out Fashion Show

Mistress of Ceremonies will be Melinda Nelson, Senior Editor of “Mpls. St. Paul Magazine,” and the show will be introduced by Excelsior Mayor Nick Ruehl.

Elegance Blends with Art this Weekend in Wayzata

From one-of-a-kind pieces to totems, this year's Wayzata Art Experience will have the "wow factor."

Curtain Set to Rise on 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum'

Wayzata-based Blue Water Theatre Company kicks of three show run this Thursday in Hopkins.

Photos: Thousands Jam Excelsior for 'Art on the Lake'

Have photos or video from Art on the Lake you would like to post? Use the upload button below to share them with the community!

Casting Call: Wayzata Theatre Company Seeks 'Guys & Dolls' Cast

Blue Water Theatre Company will conduct audition beginning next week.

POLL: Pick the Oscar Winners With Patch

The Descendants, The Artist and The Help dominate nominations of the 2012 Oscars.

The Latest on Whitney Houston's Death from Beverly Hills Patch

What are your thoughts about Whitney Houston's death? We want to hear your memories and how you feel she influenced the world of pop music.

Thin Ice Doesn't Stop Medicine Lake Art Shanty Projects

The nice weather hasn't stopped this year's Art Shanty Projects, but it has caused some slight changes.

Monica Ferris Weaves Murder Mystery Into Excelsior

Solving murders in Excelsior is the name of the game for author Monica Ferris.

Don Shelby Visits 318 Cafe to Talk Basketball and Life

Popular Minnesota journalist is no stranger to Excelsior. He and his wife are currently building a house in the city and are often seen around town.

Best-selling Author Talks Apples in Excelsior

Theresa Weir shared some of her experiences in the secret world of apples and pesticides as told in her recently released memoir.

Fashion Designer has Big Heart for Foster Youth

James Morgan talks about his childhood and motivation behind his new clothing line.

Architect Dale Mulfinger Shares Design Ideas for Cabins

The 'Cabinology' author made a visit to the west Metro Saturday.

Local Couple Publishes Personalized Children's Books

Deephaven residents are on mission to use books to show children that it's really the inside that counts.

Don Shelby Will Kick Off Book Tour In Excelsior

New book talks about the wins, losses and wisdom of the court—the basketball court, that is.

Trunk Treasures Shine at Wednesday Jewelry Showcase

A look behind the exotic creations featured at yesterday's trunk show in Excelsior

Baby Storytime - Wayzata

Baby Storytime - Excelsior

Family Storytime - Excelsior

Love Songs for Angry Men

Mello Roar

Thunderheads

Concentual

The New Primitives

Grayson

Scenic Roots

Aimee Fischer & the Snazzy Band

Vicky Emerson

Michael Monroe

Pamela McNeill

The Ericksons

Brianna Lane and the Navigators Club

Noah Hoehn