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Good day, Wayzata. This is Wayzata Scoop. Spring is almost here. We think. Maybe. Please?

In today’s Scoop:

• Rustica’s Rising: Wayzata’s Sweet Comeback Starts This Summer 🍪

• The Great Garlic Mustard Challenge 🪏

• Detour Season Is Here: 36th Ave Construction Kicks Off 🚧

• Wayzata’s Throwing a Waterfront Party (You’re Invited) 💦

Let’s spring into it (yes I do realize how cheesy that is).

— Dustin Hart

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📢 TALK OF THE TOWN

Wayzata’s Bakery Scene Gets a Delicious Upgrade

Another bite of good news is heading to Lake Street this summer: Rustica Bakery is opening a new spot in the former Wuollet Bakery location.

If you’ve missed the smell of fresh bread wafting down the block since Wuollet and Penny’s Coffee closed, this one’s for you. The team behind Rustica—now owned by local hospitality group Jester Concepts—is stepping in to fill the pastry-shaped hole in our hearts (and our mornings).

The new Rustica will be a cozy 1,600-square-foot cafe with indoor seating for 30 and patio space for sunny scone sessions. Expect the same sleek vibes as their Minneapolis and Edina outposts.

On the menu: Rustica’s signature lineup of fresh bread, pastries, and coffee. And once they’re settled in? More savory options are on the horizon.

“We feel there’s a strong demand for Rustica’s offerings and we’re excited to provide a new gathering space for the neighborhood,” says Brent Frederick, owner of Jester Concepts (aka the crew behind Parlour, Borough, and P.S. Steak).

Oh—and in case you’re wondering what’s happening with the former flagship Wuollet in Minneapolis? Word is it’s turning into a nail salon.

Fresh carbs in Wayzata, fresh coats in the city. Everybody wins.

Yank It to Win It: Plymouth’s Garlic Mustard Showdown

Plymouth is throwing down the gardening gauntlet—and yes, you’re invited to help rip out the enemy: garlic mustard.

On Saturday, May 17 from 9–11 a.m., residents will battle it out across four local parks in The Great Garlic Mustard Challenge—a friendly (but serious) competition to see who can yank the most of this invasive weed in two hours flat.

The battlegrounds:

• Schmidt Lake Park

• West Medicine Lake Park

• Parkers Lake Park

• Green Tree Island Park

Never pulled a weed in your life? No worries. No experience necessary—just bring your gardening gloves, a water bottle, and a can-do attitude.

Why the fuss over a leafy green?
Garlic mustard might sound like a fancy sandwich topping, but it’s actually a super-aggressive invader. It hogs sunlight, moisture, and nutrients, kicking native plants (and the pollinators that rely on them) to the curb.

When you crush the leaves, it smells like garlic—hence the name—but don’t let the aroma fool you. If we don’t yank it out by the root, it comes back stronger.

Want to get in on the action (and maybe learn a little plant science along the way)? Sign up here.

We’ll bring the good vibes. You bring the gloves.

Big Changes Coming to 36th Ave — Here's What to Know

Starting Monday, April 21, it’s orange cones and detour signs for anyone traveling along 36th Avenue. The city just kicked off Phase 1 of a major rehab project that stretches from Zachary Lane to Highway 169, aiming to improve pavement and make the area safer for everyone—especially around schools.

How long will it last?
Construction is expected to run through November 2025 (weather permitting), so yeah—plan ahead.

Here’s what’s happening in Phase 1:
🚧 36th Ave will be closed from Zachary Lane/East Medicine Lake Blvd to Armstrong High School.

Detour routes are in place, but you’ll still be able to access nearby neighborhoods, Plymouth Middle School, and Armstrong High.

What else is getting done?

• New trail construction

• Pick-up/drop-off zone upgrades at Plymouth Middle

• Roadway redesign from Pilgrim Ln to Lancaster Ln

• Safer pedestrian crossings near both schools

Need the full scoop or want to see the detour map? Click here.

Now might be a good time to explore that scenic backroad route you’ve been meaning to try.

Splash Into Summer at Wayzata’s Favorite Waterfront Bash

Get ready to dip your toes into summer fun—Spring Splash 2025 is just around the corner!

Hosted by The Wayzata Conservancy and the City of Wayzata, this free, family-friendly event is happening right on the Panoway at Wayzata Bay and promises good vibes, great food, and a whole lot of splashing around.

Here’s what’s in store:

🌊 Hands-on activities from the YMCA, Three Rivers Park, Wayzata Community Ed, and more…
🍦 Sweet treats from Ben & Jerry’s
🌮 Bites + beverages from McCormick’s
🎨 A peek at the Lake Exploration Camps and other epic summer programs

What’s the big picture?
Spring Splash also shines a spotlight on the restoration of the historic Section Foreman House, which will soon transform into the Sandvold Lakeshore Learning Center—a future home for STEAM programs, outdoor classrooms, and community events.

Bring the kids, bring your curiosity, and bring your appetite. It’s going to be one for the books.

Mark your calendar and join the splashy celebration. Summer starts here.

📖 QOTW (QUOTE OF THE WEEK)

“It is better to know some of the questions than all of the anwers.” — James Thurber

🌪️ WEATHER WATCH

This week’s weather brought to you by: Whiplash.

Wed 24 68°/44° Mostly Sunny 🌤️ | 💧43%

Thu 25 58°/44° PM Showers 🌧️ | 💧59%

Fri 26 63°/39° AM Clouds/PM Sun 🌤️ | 💧11%

Sat 27 65°/49° Partly Cloudy 🌥️ | 💧6%

Sun 28 65°/59° Cloudy ☁️ | 💧24%

Mon 29 75°/51° Thunderstorms ⛈️ | 💧64%

Tue 30 58°/41° Partly Cloudy 🌥️ | 💧24%

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