Welcome New Chamber Members
Tupperware (Andy Paroczai)
Andy Paroczai
Website
dragonsoulmn@hotmail.com
Join Date: 07/19/2017
Sponsors & Volunteers Needed
REGISTER ONLINE TODAY TO BE A SPONSOR AND/OR VOLUNTEER AT THE INDOOR COMMUNITY TRICK OR TREATING AT THE FRIGHT NIGHTS HAUNTED HOUSE LOCATED IN THE NORTH END OF CENTRAL SQUARE. THIS TIME IS A SAFE-KID FRIENDLY, LIGHTS ON EVENT.
ALL SPONSORS WILL BE RECOGNIZED AT THE EVENT.
Click Here to Register
RISE AND SHINE HOST NEEDED FOR OCTOBER
We need a Host for the October 27th RISE & SHINE. There is no longer a fee to host (chamber and/or non- Members). Hosts need to provide a light breakfast and two door prizes. Give the Chamber office a call if you are interested in hosting at 320-634-3636.
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2018 Minnewaska Visitor Guide
The 2018 Minnewaska Visitor Guide published annually by the
Pope County Tribune/Starbuck Times is advertising now for
anyone interested in putting information in the guide to reserve their space! They have a 10% discount paid by October 27th and 8% if paid by December 15, 2017. Space deadline is December 1, 2017. Contact Emma at the Tribune at 320-634-4571.
The guide is due to be published by January 1, 2018.
With that being said, we do the Calendar of events for this guide. All dates are due to Kay at the Glenwood Chamber and Welcome Center by Monday, November 27, 2018.
Email any of your upcoming dates to info@WelcomeGlenwood.org.
All dates received will be submitted to the staff at Pope County Tribune/Starbuck Times and they make the final decision on which dates will be published.
Glenwood Public Library Story Time every Thursday
STORY TIME
GLENWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
108 First Avenue SE,
Glenwood, MN
THURSDAYS, 10:30 A.M.
FOR PRESCHOOLERS AGES 3-5.
REGISTER AT THE LIBRARY OR CALL 320-634-3375.
FUN, FREE PROGRAM WITH BOOKS, CRAFTS, GAMES & MORE!
Pope County Farmers' Market Saturdays - October
 The Pope County Farmers' Market, Glenwood season is open through October, 2017 depending on weather and produce availability.
The Pope County Farmers Market, had to change their location due to Road Construction at the Fairgrounds.
You will find the market at the Subway/Chamber Parking lot (North end of the lot) in Glenwood.
The Market is open on Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
Everyone is Welcome!
New in the Community?
Are you or do you know of a new resident, employee, or business in the community? If so, we would like to "Welcome" you with a personal visit, information, and a FREE GIFT from our Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber Members!
To set up a visit, volunteer to be on the Welcome Committee, or to provide information for the Welcome Glenwood bags, please register online by clicking here or contact the Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber & Welcome Center.
Earn $50: Chamber Referral Incentive
 Want to earn $50? Whether it's just once or as many times as you want, we want to reward you for new member referrals and promote our Keep It Local program at the same time!
When you refer a business to the Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, to become a Tier 1-7 Business Chamber Member, then we will reward you with $50 in Minnewaska Dollars!
NOTE: Payment Minnewaska Dollars is AFTER payment is received from the new member.
Give us the information of the Business you are referring by completing the form below! For more information about our Referral Program, please visit our website.
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Greetings!
Fall is definitely here! The beautiful fall colors have changed our landscape, the weather is getting cooler and fall events and activities are filling up our calendars.
Check out our calendar of events, which has many local and area events. This calendar is always changing too!
Scroll down and find out more information about several upcoming events.
Just a reminder that registration is open for the Salute to Business & Industry, Community Trick or Treat - sponsors and volunteers, Battle of the Businesses Bowling Tournament, Magical Christmas in Glenwood Celebration - Lighted Parade, Christmas Bazaar and Sponsorships and Expo Sponsorships.
As always, there is "Plenty to do in Glenwood & Pope County!"
Have a good week.
We would like to congratulate Nelson, Kuhn & Nordmeyer Ltd being chosen as the Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber September Member of the Month!
This week's Community Comments is sponsored by the following Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber Members & Individual/Family Supporters:
Recycling Drop-Off Ends Sept. 28th
EXPO Sponsorship Registration Open
8th Pope County Community Expo Sponsorship Registration (2018)
 Saturday, April 7, 2018
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
(note time change for end of the day)
Minnewaska Area High School
25122 MN-28
Glenwood, MN 56334
Click Here for a current version of our Sponsor/Exhibitor Map & Availability!
The theme for 2018 is "What's Changing in Pope County?" with a special emphasis on the following Pope County projects:
- 2018: Glenwood Complete Streets Project;
- 2019: Highway 28 between Glenwood & Starbuck; and
- 2020: Starbuck Complete Streets Project
with engineers, state (MnDOT), County, and City representatives, general contractors, etc. on site to answer questions, show plans, and take comments/feedback on the projects that are helping to shape and redefine Pope County's landscape and physical features!
In addition, we will be soliciting proposal submissions (September 30 deadline) from area non-profits that are helping to shape and redefine Pope County's landscape and physical features to be considered for a free booth (limited availability) that we will be selecting in October (online registration opening soon for those proposals).
The exhibitor layout this year has changed to allow for larger booth areas, discounted rates, and a variety of locations, however, there is a reduced number of booths available this year. Register today as they will fill up fast as they are first-come, first-serve! When registering, please be sure that you choose the correct booth for you according to the following color schemes as noted on the exhibitor booth map:
Small Cities Development Program Information Luncheon
Small Cities Development Program (SCDP) Information Luncheon
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Glenwood Lakes Chamber & Welcome Center
Conference Room
Join us at this informational luncheon to learn more from Emajean Zwieg, Douglas County HRA Director, about the Small Cities Development Program (SCDP) grant that has been awarded to the City of Glenwood by the Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED) to help downtown commercial businesses with improvements, updates to appearance, signage, streetscape amenities, etc.
During the luncheon, Emajean will cover the following basic topics:
- How does someone apply?
- What are the funding amounts?
- What is eligible for funding?
- Q&A
This luncheon is open to commercial business and property owners in downtown Glenwood and/or their representatives whether they have completed the SCDP Letter of Intent previously or not.
Lunch will be provided and catered by China Panda of Glenwood (participants will select their lunch choices during the registration process).
Registration must be submitted prior to Friday, September 29, 2017.
To Register Click Here
Pope County Salute to Business & Industry
SAVE THE DATE!
Pope County Salute to Business & Industry
Thursday, October 19, 2017
11:30 a.m. Check In
12:00-1:00 p.m. Luncheon & Award Program
Lakeside, Glenwood
Honoring the 2017 Recipient -
Grandstay Hotel & Suites of Glenwood
Click Here For More Information & Registration
Self Defense Workshop for Women
Glenwood United Parish Roast Beef Supper - October 2nd
Community Blood Drive
American Red Cross Community Blood Drive - Wednesday, September 25th from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Minnewaska High School.
GRHS Relay For Life - Catch a Cure Fundraiser
Glenwood Lutheran Church - Meatball Supper
Someplace Safe - March Against Domestic Violence
Mobile Food Drop - Pope County
POPE COUNTY MOBILE FOOD DROP
Thursday, october 12, 2017
12:00 p.m. (11:00 a.m. Registration)
Glenwood United Parish
2017 SCHEDULE
Thursday, October 12th
For more information contact:
Pope and Douglas County
United Way
320-834-7800
www.uwdp.org
facebook.com/unitedwaydouglaspope
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COMMUNITY TRICK OR TREAT
"COMMUNITY TRICK OR TREAT"
Tuesday, October 31st
4:00-6:00 p.m.
Fright Nights LLC
(north side of Central Square)
105 2nd Avenue NE
Glenwood, MN
Non-scary, Lights on walk through the haunted house.
Sponsors and volunteers are placed throughout the trick or treat area and pass out their candy, treat or promotional item.
Sponsorship are recognized throughout the trick or treat area.
To register click here to volunteer and/or provide candy/treats.
Battle of the Businesses Bowling Tournament
SAVE THE DATE AND JOIN US FOR AN
AFTERNOON OF FUN!
You are invited to attend...
 Battle of the Businesses Bowling Tournament
Sunday, November 12
Garden Center Lanes
115 30th Ave
Alexandria, MN 56308
4:00 p.m.
This bowling tournament is limited to a specified number of teams for 4:00 p.m. If we get over the specified number of teams we may add a second time slot. Each team consists of 4 people and the three games that are included are not standard bowling games, but fun games where you have a chance to win cash with the colored pins! Each team registration includes shoe rental plus 3 games. Individuals can register and we will place them on a team also!
Remember Gold Sponsors of the Magical Christmas in Glenwood qualifies them to have a four-person team free!
Click Here to Register a Team
Magical Christmas in Glenwood Celebration Sponsorships Needed...
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