As an educational society we will provide a continuous history of the Westonka area for those who follow after us....


Patrick Mader
For more information about Patrick's books go to:
http://www.patrickmader.com/

Patrick "Packy" Mader grew up with six brothers and sisters on a dairy farm near St. Bonifacius, MN.  He is presently a teacher at Morristown Elementary in south central Minnesota, and resides in Northfield, MN with his wife Karen and two children. He has written Opa & Oma Together and Oma Finds a Miracle.

He will be talking to members of the Westonka Historical Society and any other interested community members on May 3, 2008 at the Westonka Hennepin County Library.

His books will be available for sale. He will be available to autograph your books, ask questions, and enjoy his delightful presentation.


Local Historical Societies and Other Places of Interest

Wayzata Historical Society

Minnetonka Historical Society

Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society

Pioneer Museum and Office - Long Lake

Hennepin History Museum

Anoka County Historical Society

Books Of The Area

Other Links You May Be Interested In

Tonka Toys History from Hasboro

Other Dates to Remember:
April 4th - Spring Newsletter deadline
April 19th - Board meeting at the Visitor Center
May 10 - Board meeting at the Visitor Center
May 17 - Trista Days - Visitor Center Open
July 17 - 19 - Spirit of the Lakes, display in the Depot
July 18 - Summer Newsletter deadline
August 16 - WHCPA Ice Cream Social
October 3 - Fall Newsletter deadline
January 2, 2009 - Winter Newsletter deadline