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Morning Networking with Special Focus on the BEAR'ly Open
1/7/2025
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Lunchtime Connections & Networking
1/9/2025
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Way Late Play Date - Golf Nerd
1/16/2025
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Perk Up: Brewing Connections & Building Business
1/17/2025
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Chamber Ambassador New Year Reception
1/22/2025
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Women in Business with Special Guest Nora Slawik, Century College Foundation
1/23/2025
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WBACC Annual Meeting
2/20/2025
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Events in the month of February 2023
DateEvent
2/1/2023
Purple Line Corridor
Public Engagement Workshop
February 1st   Met Council presentation
February 15th  No Purple Line Coalition comment session
February 22nd   Business community comment session
February 28th   Resident and non-affiliated comment session. 
March 8th   City Council Review options, discuss recommendations.
All workshops will be held from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Maplewood City Hall Council Chambers.

What is the Purple Line BRT Project?
The Purple Line is a proposed 14-mile Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line that would run from Union Depot serving the communities of Saint Paul, Maplewood, Vadnais Heights, Gem Lake, and possibly part of White Bear Lake

Purple Line BRT will:
  • Run seven days a week from early in the morning to late at night
  • Arrive every 10 minutes during rush hours and every 15 minutes other times.
  • Connect people to jobs, education, healthcare and recreation destinations.
  • Provide fast and reliable transit service.
  • Have stations with amenities like shelter, light, heat, fare payment machines and real-time departure signs.
  • Support economic development.
  • Conveniently connect to METRO Green Line, METRO Gold Line, local and intercity buses and Amtrak® service at Union Depot.
Bus Rapid Transit
Bus rapid transit was selected in 2017 as a result of the Pre-Project Development Study. The preferred bus rapid transit route follows roadways and a dedicated guideway to be co-located with the Bruce Vento Regional Trail through the portion of the route that utilizes the Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority right-of-way. The current phase of work includes:
  • Environmental review
  • Preliminary engineering
  • Station area planning
  • Communication and public engagement
For more information and the latest updates please visit Metro Transit Project Site.

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2/4/2023

Bear'ly Open
Golf on Ice | Dance Party | Online Auction

Date: Saturday, February 4, 2023
Shotgun Starts: 11:30 am & 1:00 pm
Location:  White Bear Lake County Park at Ramsey Beach
Join us for a round of golf on ice while raising money for the White Bear Lake Area Food Shelf.  The event takes place on the frozen lake at White Bear Lake County Park/Ramsey Beach.

Golfers play with tennis balls and use golf clubs, hockey sticks, tennis rackets, or anything else that can propel a tennis ball forward with a degree of accuracy.  Golfers are encouraged to dress in costumes.  An award is presented for the best group costume.

Sponsor tents will be back this this year, so be prepared to have some fun with our great hole sponsors, and as always, we urge you to patronize all of our wonderful sponsors throughout the year. Golf skill is not required to participate – just a fun and adventurous spirit.

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2/7/2023

  
Guest Speaker: Karen Herrera, Merrick, Inc.
Exciting Expansion Plans and Program Updates
Location: Key's Cafe | Upstairs: 2208 4th Street
Tuesday,  February 7th  | 7:30am - 9:00am
 
Join us as we hear from Karen Herrera, Development and Communications Director for Merrick Inc. who will give us the latest updates about Merrick and further explain their expansion plans! They have obtained space in a building near their program site in Vadnais Heights which will be the new home to all of their life enrichment programs and activities, with the exception of their horticulture/greenhouse program which will continue at 3210 Labore. Come with your questions as we will leave plenty of time for Jeff to address them all! 

After the short presentation, we will continue on with our Chamber Networking Connections program where you will enjoy meeting our newest members, connecting with other business leaders, growing your area network, sharing ideas and promoting your business. This is a vibrant and welcoming group and we look forward to, enjoying a fabulous breakfast and engaging in great conversations!

Space is limited and the cost to attend it is only for your breakfast. Registration is required. 

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2/9/2023
Thursday, February 9th, 2023
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
3069 White Bear Avenue | Maplewood
11:30am - 1:00pm
  
Join us on February 9th at Acapulco for Lunchtime Networking! There will be many new members to meet, new contacts to make, friends to catch-up with and a fabulous lunch to enjoy! 

Space is limited and registration is required. Cost to attend is for your lunch only.

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2/11/2023
Wine, Cheese & Some Chocolate! 
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11TH
12:30PM / 2:00PM / 3:30PM

Join us at 7 Vines Vineyard for a Fun and Delicious wine, cheese, sweet treats and some chocolate experience!
Your tasting journey includes 5 wines paired with local cheeses as well as gourmet treats and chocolate from local artisans.
Ticket Reservation includes our signature 7 Vines tasting glass and a mini tour. Sip, Savor and Enjoy!
 

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2/14/2023
Valentine's Wine Dinner
7 Vines Vineyard

Featuring Chef Molly from Creative Catering
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH
6:00 PM
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an exquisitely paired wine dinner!

Prepare your taste buds for an interactive experience guided by Chef Molly from Creative Catering and the 7 Vines wine educators.  
Social hour begins at 6PM with complimentary mini-tours available and dinner at 7PM. 
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Savory soup
Paired with our Cuvée (Valentine's Dinner special release!) 
Spinach, goat cheese, and sun-dried tomato stuffed chicken
Paired with North Block La Crescent
Standing rib roast
Paired with Merlot
Maple glazed turkey with wild rice stuffing
Paired with Zinfandel
Salted dark chocolate torte
Paired with Ruby Port
 
 


GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

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2/15/2023

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2/15/2023
Purple Line Corridor
Public Engagement Workshop
February 15th  No Purple Line Coalition comment session
February 22nd   Business community comment session
February 28th   Resident and non-affiliated comment session. 
March 8th   City Council Review options, discuss recommendations.
All workshops will be held from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Maplewood City Hall Council Chambers.

What is the Purple Line BRT Project?
The Purple Line is a proposed 14-mile Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line that would run from Union Depot serving the communities of Saint Paul, Maplewood, Vadnais Heights, Gem Lake, and possibly part of White Bear Lake

Purple Line BRT will:
  • Run seven days a week from early in the morning to late at night
  • Arrive every 10 minutes during rush hours and every 15 minutes other times.
  • Connect people to jobs, education, healthcare and recreation destinations.
  • Provide fast and reliable transit service.
  • Have stations with amenities like shelter, light, heat, fare payment machines and real-time departure signs.
  • Support economic development.
  • Conveniently connect to METRO Green Line, METRO Gold Line, local and intercity buses and Amtrak® service at Union Depot.
Bus Rapid Transit
Bus rapid transit was selected in 2017 as a result of the Pre-Project Development Study. The preferred bus rapid transit route follows roadways and a dedicated guideway to be co-located with the Bruce Vento Regional Trail through the portion of the route that utilizes the Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority right-of-way. The current phase of work includes:
  • Environmental review
  • Preliminary engineering
  • Station area planning
  • Communication and public engagement
For more information and the latest updates please visit Metro Transit Project Site.

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2/16/2023

Century College
3300 Century Ave. N
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
651-779-3300
February 16, 2023
11:30am - 1:00pm

Join President Angelia Millender and members of the Century College Foundation Board for a lunch and learn about the educational advancements made this past year at Century College. Guests will receive a complimentary lunch and tour. Don’t miss your chance to hear about Century’s cutting-edge programs and the connections we’re forging with local industry partners. Lunch & Learns will be held at Century College from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm.

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2/22/2023
Purple Line Corridor
Public Engagement Workshop
February 22nd   Business community comment session
February 28th   Resident and non-affiliated comment session. 
March 8th   City Council Review options, discuss recommendations.
All workshops will be held from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Maplewood City Hall Council Chambers.

What is the Purple Line BRT Project?
The Purple Line is a proposed 14-mile Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line that would run from Union Depot serving the communities of Saint Paul, Maplewood, Vadnais Heights, Gem Lake, and possibly part of White Bear Lake

Purple Line BRT will:
  • Run seven days a week from early in the morning to late at night
  • Arrive every 10 minutes during rush hours and every 15 minutes other times.
  • Connect people to jobs, education, healthcare and recreation destinations.
  • Provide fast and reliable transit service.
  • Have stations with amenities like shelter, light, heat, fare payment machines and real-time departure signs.
  • Support economic development.
  • Conveniently connect to METRO Green Line, METRO Gold Line, local and intercity buses and Amtrak® service at Union Depot.
Bus Rapid Transit
Bus rapid transit was selected in 2017 as a result of the Pre-Project Development Study. The preferred bus rapid transit route follows roadways and a dedicated guideway to be co-located with the Bruce Vento Regional Trail through the portion of the route that utilizes the Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority right-of-way. The current phase of work includes:
  • Environmental review
  • Preliminary engineering
  • Station area planning
  • Communication and public engagement
For more information and the latest updates please visit Metro Transit Project Site.

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2/23/2023
Workforce & Economic Development
Summit for Washington County

Thursday, February 23rd
10:00am - 1:00pm
Forest Lake City Center | 1408 Lake St. S | Forest Lake, 55025
Join us for this 'world cafe' method of table collaborations that will surely inspire you as you learn ways to optimize your business and dial in your efficiency in 2023. You will have the opportunity to explore the top five most critical topics from our recent business needs survey.
  • ​​Topics Include:
    • Marketing & Social Media
    • Managing Growth
    • Managing Workflow
    • Hiring & Retention
    • Finding New Customers
You will have the opportunity to attend a discussion table on all five topics to share and learn with other businesses.
 
 
 
  • Event Schedule:
    • 10:00 - 10:15am -  Welcome & event overview 
    • 10:15 - 11:30am - Three topic discussions
    • 11:30 - 1:45am - Quick Break & Refuel
    • 11:45am - 12:35 - Two topic discussions
    • 12:35 - 1:00pm - Group Recap & Additional Options, Close
Light food and beverage provided. No cost to attendees.
Register through your Chamber of Commerce
Event Provided by:
            

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2/23/2023
 
 
Guest Presenter - Tracy Uttley, RG Realty Group
Manitou Grill | February 23rd | 11:30am - 1:00pm
We will have the pleasure of hearing from Tracy Uttley, RG Realty Group. She will share some great sales and marketing ideas, how to develop a winning strategy and connect with people. Growing up in a family business, she understands the importance of exceptional service and will show us how to apply this to our own line of work.  

We are kicking it into full gear collecting items and purses for the Solid Ground Purse Drive. We need to get to 40 purses! Remember - we're looking for larger MOM SIZE bags, as each of the women at Solid Ground have 1 - 3 children. We're also looking for items to put in the bags, so if your company has something to donate, we'll gladly accept. we've also found some great deals when shopping the clearance aisle.   

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2/24/2023

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2/24/2023

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2/24/2023
 

Young Professionals - Escape Rooms at the White Bear Area Historical Society!
White Bear Area Historical Society
2228 4th Street | White Bear Lake (Armory)
Friday, February 24th
6:00pm - 7:30pm


Register for the Escape from Alcatraz room!     
Armory Escape Rooms - Escape from Alcatraz Friday 2/24
Have an historic adventure with your friends at the Armory Escape Rooms!
Alcatraz Prison Break

While touring Alcatraz, the guard has locked you in a cell but was called away and forgot about you! Get out quick or you will miss the last boat to San Francisco and have to spend a cold, scary night on The Rock! (Not scary) Each Escape Room Game starts at the top of the hour and will last 50 minutes. Each party can include up to 10 people (with a minimum of 6 people) so gather your group and book your slot now! 

For the Young Professionals event, ESCAPE FROM ALCATRAZ, please register HERE and  Tickets are $20/person

 Register for the Escape from FDR's Bunker Room!
Armory Escape Rooms - FDR's Underground Bunker Friday 2/24
Have an historic adventure with your friends at the Armory Escape Rooms!
FDR's Underground Bunker


FDR’s Bunker under Grand Central Station is normally off-limits to the public, but You had to see it! Unfortunately, you have gotten locked in and need to find your way out before the Guards find you trespassing! Each Escape Room Game starts at the top of the hour and will last 50 minutes. Each party can include up to 10 people (with a minimum of 6 people) so gather your group and book your slot now!

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2/28/2023
Purple Line Corridor
Public Engagement Workshop
February 28th   Resident and non-affiliated comment session. 
March 8th   City Council Review options, discuss recommendations.
All workshops will be held from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Maplewood City Hall Council Chambers.

What is the Purple Line BRT Project?
The Purple Line is a proposed 14-mile Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line that would run from Union Depot serving the communities of Saint Paul, Maplewood, Vadnais Heights, Gem Lake, and possibly part of White Bear Lake

Purple Line BRT will:
  • Run seven days a week from early in the morning to late at night
  • Arrive every 10 minutes during rush hours and every 15 minutes other times.
  • Connect people to jobs, education, healthcare and recreation destinations.
  • Provide fast and reliable transit service.
  • Have stations with amenities like shelter, light, heat, fare payment machines and real-time departure signs.
  • Support economic development.
  • Conveniently connect to METRO Green Line, METRO Gold Line, local and intercity buses and Amtrak® service at Union Depot.
Bus Rapid Transit
Bus rapid transit was selected in 2017 as a result of the Pre-Project Development Study. The preferred bus rapid transit route follows roadways and a dedicated guideway to be co-located with the Bruce Vento Regional Trail through the portion of the route that utilizes the Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority right-of-way. The current phase of work includes:
  • Environmental review
  • Preliminary engineering
  • Station area planning
  • Communication and public engagement
For more information and the latest updates please visit Metro Transit Project Site.

more info...