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Good day, Wayzata. This is Wayzata Scoop: For the moms, the brunchers, and the folks who remembered to buy a card.

In today’s Scoop:

• New Lake Access Points Coming to the Panoway in Wayzata 🌊

• Plymouth’s Lighting Fires to Help Nature 🔥

• Alice in Wonderland... but Make It WWII, Music, and Pure Emotion 🎭

• Your Summer Starts with Beaches, Brass Bands & Bonfires 🩳

Let’s get down on it.

— Dustin Hart

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📢 TALK OF THE TOWN

More Access to Lake Minnetonka Is on the Way

Good news, lake lovers: those long-awaited Panoway “stepdowns” are finally becoming a reality.

Originally part of the 1,200-foot lakewalk design, these community-driven mini platforms were created to bring you even closer to the water—literally. Whether you're looking to sit and relax or dip your toes into Lake Minnetonka, the stepdowns are your new go-to spots.

After a few design adjustments pushed things back last year, the City plans to install two stepdowns this spring right next to the bench-lined section of the lakewalk.

Bonus: Life preservers and clear signage will be added nearby to keep everyone safe—and to gently remind folks that fishing, swimming, and boat docking aren’t allowed here.

Prescribed Prairie Burns Are Happening This Week in Plymouth

If you see smoke around town this week, don’t panic—it’s all part of the plan.

Plymouth is conducting prescribed burns in four native prairie areas starting Monday, May 5. These carefully controlled fires are managed by Prairie Restorations and are expected to wrap up within the week (weather permitting).

Why set fire to a prairie on purpose? Because it’s like a deep cleanse for nature. These burns clear out old thatch, warm the soil, and jumpstart the growth of warm-season grasses that keep native ecosystems thriving.

Here’s where you might see some controlled smoke:

• Fairway Greens (15455 55th Ave. N.) – 1.88 acres on the park’s perimeter

• Crooked Creek (4255 Walnut Grove Ln N.) – Hillside area near the basketball court

• Olive Pond – Surrounding city stormwater ponds near County Road 101 and 25th Ave N.

• Lowe’s Berm & Vicksburg Crossing Pond (3205 Vicksburg Ln N.) – Behind Lowe’s and near Vicksburg Crossing apartments

Burns will kick off at Fairway Greens, Olive Pond, and Crooked Creek, with Lowe’s Berm and Vicksburg Crossing later in the week—assuming Mother Nature cooperates.

Got questions? The Parks & Forestry team is ready:
📧 [email protected]
📞 763-509-5940

Alice By Heart: A Musical Journey Through Grief, Imagination, and Live Music

Blue Water Theatre Company is bringing a reimagined Alice in Wonderland to the Wayzata stage—and this one hits different.

Set in a WWII London Tube station, Alice By Heart follows a young girl escaping the chaos of war by diving into her favorite book. What unfolds is a magical, emotional, and deeply human journey through grief, love, and the power of imagination.

💫 Think: classic Wonderland vibes meets Broadway-style ballads meets healing through story.

🗓️ May 8–18 | Evening + Matinee Shows | Thurs–Sun
📍 Blue Water Theatre Company, 605 Rice St E, Wayzata

Bonus: The show features a live pit band made up of local talent, including a collab with Bach 2 Rock of Minnetonka.

🎟️ Grab your tickets before they disappear down the rabbit hole:
bluewatertheatre.com/alice-by-heart

Beaches & Bonfires: Plymouth’s Summer Kickoff Party

Nothing says “summer’s here” like live music, lakeside sunsets, and bonfires on the beach.

The City of Plymouth is kicking off its free Summer Beach Series with Beaches and Bonfires—a cozy, music-filled evening at East Medicine Lake Park.

📅 Thursday, May 22
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍 1740 East Medicine Lake Blvd
🎺 Featuring live tunes from the always-funky Dirty Shorts Brass Band
🌮 Food trucks will be onsite if your beach night needs a bite

Parking is limited! Overflow parking is available at West Medicine Lake Park (1920 W. Medicine Lake Dr). From there, it’s a scenic 2-mile walk or bike ride along the path connecting both parks. Signs will guide you.

Bring a blanket, bring some friends—and get ready to kick off summer, Plymouth-style.

📖 QOTW (QUOTE OF THE WEEK)

“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” — Eleanor Roosevelt

🌪️ WEATHER WATCH

That sound you hear? It’s your shorts cheering from the drawer.

Wed 07 72°/45° Mostly Sunny 🌤️ | 💧3%

Thu 08 72°/47° Sunny ☀️ | 💧2%

Fri 09 84°/55° Mostly Sunny 🌤️ | 💧3%

Sat 10 80°/58° Partly Cloudy ⛅️ | 💧1%

Sun 11 90°/63° Sunny ☀️ | 💧1%

Mon 12 87°/62° Sunny ☀️ | 💧1%

Tue 13 87°/63° Sunny ☀️ | 💧2%

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