Latest Events in Excelsior A(August Updated)

IRG Boat Cruise 2025 Come join us for an unforgettable day on Lake Minnetonka ! Our IRG Boat Cruise 2025 is the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and enjoy the beautiful scenery with your friends and family. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a first-time cruiser, this event is sure to be a blast. Don't miss out on this chance to make memories that will last a lifetime. See you there! Islamic Resource Group (IRG) wants to bring our friends and families together for a morning of celebration. Join us for our annual cruise on the Paradise Destiny II on Lake Minnetonka, which will leave from Port Excelsior, 2 Water Street, Saturday, September 6th, 2025. We will provide stimulating conversation, delicious food, and insightful programming as we celebrate another year of accomplishments and an upcoming year of opportunity. The boat will board at 8:30 AM, depart at 9 AM SHARP, and we'll disembark at 12:00 PM. Please be on time, as we do not want to leave without anyone! Tickets are limited, so please RSVP at your earliest convenience to reserve your place. General Admissions is $35 and there's a donation option for those of you who can't make it. Children below the age of 5 get free admission. Space is limited, please reserve your tickets quickly. Information Source: Islamic Resource Group | eventbrite

Having explored the early history of the lake’s commu nities in our past series, we will now witness how they became who they are today. We’ll learn about the arrival of the later hotel and resort era , transportation improve ments , and the development of schools, churches, businesses, and civic organizations . This not-so-distant history will take us from these small, rural villages to the still small, thriving suburban lakeshore communities experienced today. And, we’ll enjoy a little nostalgia along the way! At the turn of the century, mammoth steamboats and tourism began to leave the lake and Excelsior township and village began to dissolve into five communities, with Excelsior taking its place as the downtown of the south shore. Served by the streetcar from the Twin Cities and home to the popular Excelsior Amusement Park for almost fifty years, tiny Excelsior’s history is still evident today. Free registration is requested. Capacity is limited and seating is first come, first served. Doors open at 6:30 pm. A $5.00 suggested contribution is appreciated. [Images: Water Street, looking northwest, Excelsior, MN, 1948.] The Lake Minnetonka Historical Society tells the story of Lake Minnetonka by collecting, preserving and sharing its history. The Society was formed in October 2023 through the consolidation of the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society , the Museum of Lake Minnetonka , the Wayzata Historical Society and the Westonka Historical Society . The new organization has one of the largest archival and three-dimensional collections of Lake Minnetonka history available in-person and online and maintains a Research Archives in Wayzata , as well as Museums in Excelsior, Mound and Wayzata .​ The Society also shares the history of the lake through a variety of public programs and experiences , publishes and sells a number of books about the history of the area and is committed to returning its historic 1906 streetcar steamboat Minn ehaha to active operation on Lake Minnetonka to continue her life as a floating museum. For more information visit LakeMinnetonkaHistory.org or contact the Society at info@LakeMinnetonkaHistory.org , 952-474-2115. Information Source: Lake Minnetonka Historical Society | eventbrite

Bring nature and the green of the summery outdoors into your space by building a stunning display that requires NO maintenance or upkeep! In this class, you will make a gorgeous art piece featuring naturally preserved moss in a variety of vibrant colors. Your wall art will measure 8-12 inches depending on the wood box frame you choose. It will be your very own moss-terpiece! To start, you will choose and stain a wood box frame--with a variety of frame shapes and stain colors to choose from. Then you'll design your own unique landscape using a wide variety of mosses, wood, stones, and more! Once you have your design laid out, you will secure your design to the box. You can easily get lost in the intricate details and have fun adding more layers of soft textures and vibrant colors. Preserved moss lasts for years without any maintenance! The cost includes all materials to make your wall art. Reserve your spot through the Eventbrite link. Feel free to bring beverages or snacks to enjoy during our class time. Most participants will finish their preserved moss wall art in an hour, but we have offered an extended class schedule to relax, take our time, be creative, and have fun! We also offer 10% discount on all purchases in our store during our class time! *Refund/reschedule policy: Craft class tickets are non-refundable. We require 48 hours notice for reschedule requests, please send requests to minnesotamakers@gmail.com. Our craft classes require a great deal of pre-planning, including ordering supplies and tools, booking staff, and making commitments to pay our instructors -- all based on the number of students who register. If you are unable to attend a class at the last minute, we suggest giving your spot to a friend. Thank you for understanding! Information Source: Rock Candy Shop | eventbrite

As the owner of Home Rituals Organizing LLC and a Certified Home Organizer through the American Society of Professional Organizers (ASPO), I believe decluttering and home organizing is both a practical form of clearing out our homes and an energetic cleansing that allows us to create physical and emotional space in our lives for our treasured possessions, dreams, beliefs, and practices that support our current lifestyle and our hopes for the future. Guided by the values of M indfulness , S ustainability , K indness , S implicity , and J oy , I support clients and students in learning about and implementing home organizing routines. Home organizing can empower us all to live in greater harmony with ourselves and others, including the natural world. Join me at for this Introduction to Home Organizing class at Rock Cand y to learn about home organizing bascis and start planning your own decluttering projects with instructor support. Handouts with helpful tips and resources will also be provided. Information Source: eventbrite

A Mala necklace is used for reflection, yoga practice, or as part of your fashionable style. They can be worn by anyone who wants a more mindful and peaceful life. If you have seen those super trendy long tassel necklaces, you may know what we are talking about. The Mala Necklace class will feature the history and significance of the necklace, teach knotting between stones (which is a transferable skill for knotting pearls or beads for other jewelry pieces), and you get to wear your creation or give it to someone special as a very special gift. The cost is $65 and includes materials of gemstones, natural stone beads, silk thread for knotting, and tassel. Reserve your spot through the Eventbrite link. Most students take between 2-3 hours for their first necklace. Please feel free to bring beverage and snacks to enjoy during our class time. *Refund/reschedule policy: Craft class tickets are non-refundable. We require 48 hours notice for reschedule requests, please send requests to rockcandyshop1@gmail.com. Our craft classes require a great deal of pre-planning, including ordering supplies and tools, booking staff, and making commitments to pay our instructors -- all based on the number of students who register. If you are unable to attend a class at the last minute, we suggest giving your spot to a friend. Thank you for understanding! Information Source: Rock Candy Shop | eventbrite

Alcohol Ink Jewelry Join us for an exciting and creative event at Rock Candy Shop in Excelsior, MN! Get ready to unleash your artistic talents and create stunning Alcohol Ink Jewelry . This in-person event is perfect for craft enthusiasts and jewelry lovers alike. Students will make a pendant and earrings using yupo paper, alcohol ink and cabochons. You can make a matching set, or mix and match color schemes! This class is best for students age 12 and older. Because class fees are used to purchase the supplies necessary for class, refunds are not available. If you find you are unable to attend class, a class credit valid for 1 year will be issued and the instructor will be happy to reschedule the class on a convenient day and time for you. Information Source: Phenomenal Lass Designs | eventbrite

Pearls are a timeless statement piece of jewelry and can be worn with formal or casual clothing. In this class you will learn how to tie knots between pearls so that they are separated and protected. We will use silk thread, freshwater pearls, and sterling silver clasps. You can keep the pearls for yourself or give it to someone special as a lovely keepsake gift. The cost is $75 and includes all materials. You will have your choice of freshwater pearls (a wide variety of colors, sizes, shapes including round and keshi), silk thread for knotting (in a variety of colors), and sterling silver clasp. Create an gorgeous pearl necklace for yourself or someone very very special! Reserve your spot through the Eventbrite link. Feel free to bring beverages or snacks to enjoy during our time together. Materials are also available for purchase if you want to make more than one set of pearls. We also offer 10% store purchases during our class time. *Refund/reschedule policy: Craft class tickets are non-refundable. We require 48 hours notice for reschedule requests, please send requests to rockcandyshop1@gmail.com. Our craft classes require a great deal of pre-planning, including ordering supplies and tools, booking staff, and making commitments to pay our instructors -- all based on the number of students who register. If you are unable to attend a class at the last minute, we suggest giving your spot to a friend. Thank you for understanding! Information Source: Rock Candy Shop | eventbrite

Fairy Wand Garden Stakes Thursdays are Ladies' Night in downtown Excelsior! Come join us at the Rock Candy Shop to create your very own fairy wand garden stakes ! This make and take craft let's your creativity shine as you design unique garden stakes that will add a touch of whimsy to your outdoor space. This is a great way to take a few minutes away from retail therapy to make something fun! This is a special class offering and each stake crafted will be $10. Feel free to sign up in advance, or just stop in on Thursday, July 31st between 5:00 and 7:00 PM! This in-person event is perfect for all ages and no experience is necessary. Supplies will be provided, just bring your imagination! Don't miss out on this enchanting opportunity to bring a little bit of magic to your garden. Information Source: Phenomenal Lass Designs | eventbrite