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🌱 Patch AM: Why Minnetonka just ranked among America’s top boating towns

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Good morning Minnetonka! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Minnetonka just ranked among America's top boating towns
  • See how a Minnetonka teen rebuilt a trailer for 4-H glory

Today's riddle: What gets bigger the more you take away? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 87 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: A morning t-storm in spots, temps: high: 88, low: 66.
  • Tuesday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 86 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• BoatUS Magazine Names Top Boating Towns (marinadockage.com) — Minnetonka earns national recognition from BoatUS Magazine as a top town for boaters who refuse to let tough weather keep them off the water. The list highlights communities with strong marina access, services, and boating culture, putting Minnetonka alongside well-known coastal and lake destinations across the country.
   

• 4-H members get their moment to shine at Minnesota State Fair (cbsnews.com) — A Minnetonka High School junior is among the 4-H members proudly showcasing projects at the Minnesota State Fair, including a fully restored camping trailer she rebuilt from the frame up. Alongside fellow exhibitors from around the state, she's turning months of hands-on work into a moment of recognition and future-ready skills.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Minnetonka

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    Tuesday September 1
  • Book Club: Bring Your Own Book →
    Ridgedale Library 12601 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305
    6:00 pm
  • Scandinavian Landmarks of Minnesota - Sons of Norway Lodge Gathering
    Sons of Norway MN
    7:00 pm
  • Wednesday September 2
  • Bus Safety Training
    Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School 11111 Bren Rd W, Minnetonka, MN 55343, USA
    8:00 am
  • Baby Storytime
    Ridgedale Library 12601 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305
    9:30 am
  • Drop-in Tech Help
    Ridgedale Library 12601 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305
    4:00 pm
  • Ridgedale Library Chess Club
    Ridgedale Library 12601 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305
    4:30 pm
  • Thursday September 3
  • MME-Picture Day
    Minnetonka Middle School East MME Gym area
    8:00 am
  • Ridgedale Library First Thursday Book Club
    Ridgedale Library 12601 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305
    6:30 pm

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🗞 Nearby News

Hopkins

  • Family remembers Hopkins father killed when utility pole fell (kstp.com)
  • Shuttle bus headaches at the Minnesota State Fair, but Metro Transit says it's fixing the issues (kstp.com)
  • Walking 1,800 miles to make mental health an easier conversation (wahpetondailynews.com)

Wayzata

  • Lake Minnetonka Historical Society Sets Fall Fun and Games Cruise for Sept. 14 (wayzata.com)
  • Chace Anderson to be James J. Hill Days 2026 grand marshal (hometownsource.com)
  • #14 Gopher Volleyball opens season this weekend in Sioux Falls (thedailygopher.com)

Ok Minnetonka! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A hole (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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