Unleash your creativity and create a Thanksgiving masterpiece for your table or to be given as a host/hostess gift. This experience includes a brief introduction to the flowers, tools, and methods for creating a dried floral arrangement. Sips & snacks will be available.
November 20 or 26
Drop-in between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.
$55
Register at: https://thewomencollective.com/collections/in-store-events more info...
Women in Business
Thursday, November 21st
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Washington Square Bar & Grill
4736 Washington Square, White Bear Lake
Join us for our monthly Women in Business luncheon! We'll meet at our home at Washington Square Bar & Grill, but this month it's not the fourth Thursday of the month because otherwise we'd be meeting for Thanksgiving.
Our guest speaker will be Cynthia Ellickson, Associate Executive Director at the White Bear Lake YMCA.
Attending “Women in Business" offers networking, professional development, inspiration, support, and visibility - all of which can contribute to personal and professional growth. Bring your business cards and promotional materials and be prepared to introduce yourself and your business to the group!
The classic story you know and love comes to Lakeshore for the first time in over 60 years! The arrival of several spirits on Christmas Eve offers the old miser, Ebenezer Scrooge, a chance at redemption. Will he be able to learn to keep Christmas in his heart? Gather your family and friends to celebrate the season as this holiday favorite comes to life in our own unique adaptation.
Join the White Bear Area Food Shelf as a sponsor for Give A Gobble 2024, an annual event that provides local families with Thanksgiving meals. We’d love for you to be part of this meaningful tradition, helping to make a significant impact on the lives of those who need it most.
This year, we’ve seen remarkable growth and increased demand in our community. Visitor numbers are up 52%, and our new Community Market now serves over 160 neighbors each day, offering not just food but also critical services like rental assistance and mental health support. With rising costs due to inflation, we’re preparing to serve 800 families this Thanksgiving through Give A Gobble.
To help meet this need, a generous donor has pledged a 1-to-1 matching gift that will double any first-time or increased donations up to $30,000! This means your support will go even further in making a difference this holiday season.
Would you consider becoming a new sponsor for Give A Gobble 2024? Whether it’s $500, $1,000, or $5,000, every contribution helps bring holiday cheer to families in our community.
I’ve attached details about sponsorship opportunities and registration. If you’re able to commit by Friday, November 8, we’ll include your company in our White Bear Press ad. Please feel free to reach out to me at (651) 407-5372 or perry@whitebearfoodshelf.org if you have any questions or would like to discuss further.
Join the White Bear Area Food Shelf as a sponsor for Give A Gobble 2024, an annual event that provides local families with Thanksgiving meals. We’d love for you to be part of this meaningful tradition, helping to make a significant impact on the lives of those who need it most.
This year, we’ve seen remarkable growth and increased demand in our community. Visitor numbers are up 52%, and our new Community Market now serves over 160 neighbors each day, offering not just food but also critical services like rental assistance and mental health support. With rising costs due to inflation, we’re preparing to serve 800 families this Thanksgiving through Give A Gobble.
To help meet this need, a generous donor has pledged a 1-to-1 matching gift that will double any first-time or increased donations up to $30,000! This means your support will go even further in making a difference this holiday season.
Would you consider becoming a new sponsor for Give A Gobble 2024? Whether it’s $500, $1,000, or $5,000, every contribution helps bring holiday cheer to families in our community.
I’ve attached details about sponsorship opportunities and registration. If you’re able to commit by Friday, November 8, we’ll include your company in our White Bear Press ad. Please feel free to reach out to me at (651) 407-5372 or perry@whitebearfoodshelf.org if you have any questions or would like to discuss further.
Morning Networking, with Special Guest Michael Sable, City Manager for Maplewood
Tuesday, December 3rd
7:30am - 9:00am
Washington Square Bar & Grill
4736 Washington Square, White Bear Lake
Join Michael Sable, Maplewood City Manager, to learn about the current projects, economic development initiatives, and future plans to enhance community growth in the City of Maplewood.
Attending the event is free, but you will cover the cost of the meal you order off the menu. more info...
Beautox Bar is a medspa that has been serving the Maple Grove community for over 8 years. We’re excited to now offer our services at our new location in White Bear Township, conveniently located off County Rd 96 near Applebee’s and Cub Foods. Founded by Liz and Nicole, Beautox Bar was born from their personal experiences with medspas and their passion for helping others achieve a youthful, refreshed appearance. They quickly discovered that injectables are an effective and non-invasive solution to reduce wrinkles and rejuvenate the skin. At Beautox Bar, we are dedicated to helping clients of all ages look and feel their best, with customized treatments designed to enhance natural beauty and promote confidence.
We are hosting our grand opening and ribbon cutting on December 4th at 3pm - 5pm. We invite you to take a tour and meet us as well as our incredible staff. We will have drawings, food, and fun! more info...
2024 WBACC Gala: The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year
Thursday, December 5, 2024
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Dellwood Country Club
29 East Highway 96, Dellwood, MN
Join the WBACC for our annual gala! This fundraiser supports our mission, programs, and events throughout the year! Join for the entertainment of the Murder Mystery, to shop in the silent auction (in time for holiday shopping!), to enjoy dinner, or to fill up on dessert!
The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year
A Murderously Festive Holiday Comedy
Silver bells are ringing at this seasonal stand-up performance, but the jolly jokester gets upstaged by an event far worse than bad holiday comedy: a murder! With humbug hovering over the holiday, it is up to the unamused audience to unravel the mystery of whodunnit like last year’s tacky knitted holiday sweater. While murder is making the night not-so-merry-and-bright, you must gather information, bribe your guests for clues, and solve the crime before this comedy act becomes a tragedy!
Tickets and more information will be available soon!
Join us for a festive day at our Craft and Gift Show on December 7, 2024, at the Maplewood YMCA Community Center (Gymnasium) in Maplewood, MN. From 10 AM to 4 PM, explore a winter wonderland of creativity and craftsmanship. Our show features a wonderful selection of handcrafted items from local artisans, making it the perfect spot to find unique holiday gifts or to treat yourself. Experience the warmth of community and the joy of artisanal shopping at this special event!
Step into the holiday spirit with the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society! At our 2nd Annual Festival of Trees, you’ll be able to stroll through a plethora of decorated trees all done by local businesses and nonprofits.
Check out who has the best tree this year and even participate in a raffle to add a little extra holiday cheer to your gift exchanges! This is free for community members to attend.
Step into the holiday spirit with the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society! At our 2nd Annual Festival of Trees, you’ll be able to stroll through a plethora of decorated trees all done by local businesses and nonprofits.
During Winterfest, come warm up at the WBL Armory and see who in the area has the best tree decorating skills at the Festival of Trees! We’ll be offering cocoa, fun holiday treats and activities, and even a possible sighting of Santa himself.
This is a free event for all to attend! more info...
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
North Point Advisor Group
Wednesday, December 11
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
748 Wildwood Road
Mahtomedi, MN
Join us as we celebrate the new office location for North Point Advisor Group!
Bring your business cards and prepare to introduce yourself to the team at North Point Advisor Group!
Join us at The Women Collective's first annual Holiday Sip & Shop. Make your wish list, stop by the Curated Gift Box Station and customize your gifts, enjoy holiday sips and samples provided by The Goodery, giveaways and more! We will be collecting donations for the White Bear Lake Food Shelf. more info...
If you’re looking for an opportunity to get involved and make a difference in the lives of students, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Approximately 200 volunteers are needed to support the White Bear Lake Area High School Test Drive…Next Stop Reality® event on Dec. 12, 2024.
Test Drive is a hands-on experience in which students get to test drive their future and see if they have what it takes to make it on their own as a 25-year-old. The simulation begins with classroom pre-work, where students select a career and then research the education needed and salary that would come from that career. With an expected salary in hand, students come to the reality fair and make important decisions at 22 different stations in categories such as housing, utilities, transportation, childcare, insurance, and food. They visit each station to talk to volunteers who share information with them about the topic and guide them through the different options based on their lifestyle and budget. To further the simulation of real life, students will also be given random family assignments.
In order for this event to be successful, we need approximately 200 volunteers to provide guidance and direction at each of these stations. Volunteers will have the ability to choose which station to be at as well as choose half or full-day shifts. No experience is required. Approximately 650 students in the junior class will be participating in this event. We hope you will consider volunteering – we couldn’t host this event without the support of our community!
Happy Hour with the Young Professionals Group
Thursday, December 12th
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Young's Korean BBQ
2125 4th Street, White Bear Lake
Please join the young professional’s group for an open house style happy hour gathering to meet new and existing members of White Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce! Enjoy some Korean food at Young’s before the holidays start and the end of the year approaches. We are looking forward to seeing you there.
Thank you to Principal's Craig Drake, Ryan Drake, Rawia Maamoun, and Joe Zidon for sponsoring this event!
Step into the holiday spirit with the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society! At our 2nd Annual Festival of Trees, you’ll be able to stroll through a plethora of decorated trees all done by local businesses and nonprofits.
During Winterfest, come warm up at the WBL Armory and see who in the area has the best tree decorating skills at the Festival of Trees! We’ll be offering cocoa, fun holiday treats and activities, and even a possible sighting of Santa himself.
This is a free event for all to attend! more info...
Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as our sensational big band ensemble delivers electrifying renditions of all your favorite Christmas classics. Featuring surprise guest appearances and captivating solo performances, this fabulous evening of music will leave you feeling warm and festive!
Join classical crossover duo The OK Factor as they celebrate the holidays with traditional carols, seasonal songs, and original versions of holiday favorites. Enjoy the sounds of the season in unique violin and cello arrangements while you spend an evening immersed in the spirit of the holidays with your friends and loved ones.
Award winning pianist Don Irwin spreads seasonal cheer with the help of Lakeshore’s resident Steinway piano. Irwin has traveled all over the globe to share his music, but there’s no place like home for the holidays.
Divas Gone Country celebrates the sights and sounds of America's Heartland featuring music by some of the "Queens of Country" including Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette, Shania Twain, Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood, Gretchen Wilson and Taylor Swift. This fast-paced, interactive show is also a little bit "Rock and Roll," including an eclectic mix of some of your favorite rock hits. So, whether you are a die-hard country fan or simply a fan of great music, come on down and experience the nitty-gritty of Divas Gone Country.
Romance novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. Annie forces Paul to write her a new novel, and he realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go. Annie has Paul writing as if his life depends on it…and it does. Join us for this chilly thriller, based on Stephen King’s 1987 hit book!
The annual BEAR’ly Open Golf on Ice Event takes place on the first weekend of February each year at Ramsey County Beach on beautiful White Bear Lake in Minnesota.
The fun kicks off with the Community Pre-Party on Friday, January 31, 2025 at the White Bear Country Inn. The evening includes live music, fun games and activities, hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar.
Then join us on the frozen shores of White Bear Lake for Golf on Ice on Saturday, February 1, 2025. Enjoy a fantastically frozen round of golf on two custom-designed, 9-hole courses with your friends. Bring your own creative "golf club," a hockey stick, broom, tennis racket, or anything that will hit a tennis ball. Prizes will be awarded for the best costume, best sled, and best tent (golfers’ choice). Spend time in the Tent City for DJ’d entertainment, mascot dance-offs, and beverages and treats from local businesses and organizations.
Can't join us in person? The Online Auction runs January 27-February 1, 2025. You can still help by participating in our online auction, where you will find many gifts and experiences donated by local businesses and community members.
We are also seeking sponsorships and auction donations for this great fundraiser benefiting the White Bear Area Food Shelf. Please share this information with your family, friends, and colleagues and help us raise funds to eradicate food insecurity in our community!
Tickets and commemorative merchandise go on sale December 1 at www.bearlyopen.org. Net proceeds from the tournament will go to the White Bear Area Food Shelf, where the need has never been greater! Learn more about the Food Shelf at www.whitebearfoodshelf.org.
The BEAR'ly Open is an official event of the 2025 Saint Paul Winter Carnival.
Indulge in the timeless allure of classic love songs this Valentine’s Day weekend from the Great American Songbook! Courtney Burton returns to Lakeshore to celebrate the legendary music of Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Cole Porter, the Gershwins, and more. Experience the music of a bygone era, performed with a contemporary spirit, a dash of blues, and a ton of soul.
