The Lure Journal
Stories from the lake communities
Events, seasonal guides, and the little moments that make lake life in the Twin Cities worth living. Written by Melissa, a Long Lake local for 56 years.
August 31, 2026
What's Hiding Under the Paddle Board? The Late-Summer Life of Frogs on the Lake
Late August finds frogs around Minnesota lakes doing something perfectly sensible: looking for shade. Sometimes, that shade is underneath your paddle board.
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August 29, 2026
Minnesota State Fair 2026: The Safety Story Families Should Know
Ahead of the 2026 State Fair, law enforcement, prosecutors, and a judge moved before anything happened: civil gang lawsuits, court restrictions, and a warning-letter effort from the Sheriff's Office.
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August 21, 2026
Take Me to the River — Art at Every Bend This Fall
Pottery studio sales, art tours, folk school festivals, and river-town celebrations from September 4 through October 4 in the St. Croix Valley.
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August 21, 2026
Free Water Ski Shows at Little Goose Lake — Sunday Nights All Summer
The Midwest Ski Otters have been performing free water ski shows at Little Goose Lake since the mid-1990s. Barefoot skiing, human pyramids, and family fun every Sunday at 6 PM.
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July 14, 2026
Forest Lake Arts in the Park — Summer Art Fair Tuesdays
Art vendors, live music, food trucks, and a farmers market every Tuesday evening at Lakeside Memorial Park.
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July 31, 2026
St. Croix Valley Boat Club — A Community Hub for Boating Enthusiasts
A welcoming community resource for anyone who loves boating on the St. Croix River — events, camaraderie, and river access for lake living enthusiasts.
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July 20, 2026
Lake Weed & Vegetation Removal in Minnesota Lakes — A Homeowner's Guide
Everything Minnesota lake homeowners need to know about aquatic vegetation removal: permits, mechanical harvesting, and treatments.
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July 3, 2026
Boat Safety This 4th of July — What Every Lake Life Boater Needs to Know
Practical tips for safe boating during the holiday — life jackets, fire prevention, and Minnesota boating laws every lake boater should know.
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