Calendar of Events - White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce
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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 January 2024
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1/1/2024
January 2nd - 8th
As you might have heard, The White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf is very excited about opening their new Community Market location in the first couple of months in 2024. In an effort to save funds they are reaching out to you to see if any business would have a Mobile Stainless Steel Worktable or funding to donate for one? Similar to the one found HERE. Contact Perry Peterson at 651-407-5310 for details on how you can help!

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1/5/2024


Please join the Lake Links Association for a Winter Stroll and Open House on Friday, January 5!

Bundle up as the sun goes down and take a walk along the newly lighted trail segment of the Lake Links Trail. Meet friends and neighbors at the Mahtomedi District Education Center, then stride out on the trail north to Streetcar Park a short distance to view the festively decorated covered bridge. 

After enjoying the sights, stroll back to the District Center to warm up with hot beverages and snacks and talk with Lake Links Association board members about efforts to complete the around-the-lake trail. You can learn about a plan to enhance Streetcar Park and trail segment near the covered bridge from Mahtomedi resident Cindy Rasmussen.

WHAT: Lake Links Association Winter Stroll and Open House – serving education, hot drinks, treats, and a chance to enjoy Mahtomedi’s newest lighted trail.
WHERE: Mahtomedi District Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Avenue
WHEN: Friday January 5, 5–6:30 p.m. 
COST: Free for all, big and small!

p.s. Anyone who attends can have a chance to win a new Reid Hercules Fat Tire Bike courtesy of ROAM Bike Shop at 2200 3rd Street in downtown White Bear Lake. Get a ticket for the drawing when you arrive at the District Center. Drawing at 6:15 pm day of the event. 

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1/11/2024
Thursday, January 11th, 2024
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
3069 White Bear Avenue N
Maplewood, MN 55109  | Maplewood, MN

11:30am - 1:00pm
  
Join us on January 11th 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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1/13/2024

White Bear Center for the Arts' Winter Open House
January 13th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm

WBCA's annual Winter Open House is a celebrated tradition. This year's open house will be on Saturday, January 13 from 1:00-3:00 PM. There will be sled dogs, make-and-take art experiences, artist demos, outdoor fun, and more. We hope to see you there!

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1/17/2024

The Board Loon Charcuterie Class
Wednesday, January 17th
6:30pm
The Board Loon Charcuterie Class
REGISTER HERE!
 

The Board Loon Charcuterie Class

Wednesday, January 17th 
6:30PM

Learn how to style & create beautiful aesthetically pleasing charcuterie boards with The Board Loon owner, Kelsey

Each ticket includes:
- 11 inch custom wooden cheese board (serves 4-6)
- A gift-worthy bakery box to box them up to go after class
- Fine Cheeses, Charcuterie and all additional accompaniments for creating the perfect board.
- Step-by-Step guidance in creating a charcuterie board led by Kelsey of The Board Loon
-A PDF of The Board Loon's "How-To" Guide & "Tips & Tricks"
- A jar of locally harvested honey
- Honey dipper
- Small personalized gift
- Perfect pairing suggestions
- Guidance & tips on how to to take Instagram worthy photos
- Learn a life skill that will transform you into the Hostess with the Mostest!
- Full service in the Stateroom where class is held

 

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1/18/2024
Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Glamour Beauty!
  
January 18th | 3:30pm
1190 County Road J #500 | White Bear Township
We will be celebrating the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of Glamour Beauty in White Bear Township!  Owner, Katie Phelps and her Glam Squad provide clients with a prestige atmosphere both in the salon and on site. They will promise each of their brides to feel comfortable and receive quality work at a reasonable price. Bring your business cards!

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1/19/2024
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As the snow comes down in the East Metro we want to invite you out to celebrate our 5 year anniversary with us at Element Indoor Golf.  We have some exciting news to share with you all that weekend about the future of Element and hope you can make it out for a round in one of our eleven simulators.
 
 

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1/23/2024

Tuesday, January 23rd
11:30am - 1:00pm
American Legion Forest Lake |  355 W Broadway Ave. | Forest Lake, MN 55025
"Daily Execution. Extraordinary Results"
by Scott Welle with Outperform the Norm

This interactive presentation is based on Scott’s latest book, “Daily Execution. Extraordinary Results.”, focusing on the strategy of goal setting, the execution of goal achieving, and the psychology of aspiring to big things. You will learn key strategies used by elite performers to be your best and thrive in this fun, high-energy session.

This luncheon is sure to be a great session to start your year off right!

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1/25/2024

Gable Pines - Breakfast for a Cause


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1/25/2024

Lunch and Learn
Century College Art Department
How We Got Here & Where We're Going
Thursday, January 25th
West Campus Tour of the Century Art Gallery
11:15am - 1:00pm
Join Century Foundation Board Chair, Russ Fleming and members of the Foundation Board for a Lunch & Learn about Century College Art Department presents, How We Got Here & Where We're Going, a four-person multi-media exhibition curated by Pao Houa Her.

Complimentary lunch and tour!
To reserve your spot, Call Sarah Jensen at 651-779-3219 or email sarah.jensen@century.edu

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1/25/2024
  

Guest Presenter - Amelia Mijala, NYFS
Washington Square Grill | January 25th | 11:30am - 1:00pm
We will have the pleasure of hearing from Amelia Mijala, the Development & Communications Manager for NYFS. Amelia will be speaking on the challenges that all women face while handling work/life balance and give us solutions to get out of a 'funk.' She will also be giving us the latest updates on NYFS. The only cost to attend is for your food and beverage. Register today as space is limited. 
 

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1/27/2024


A Winemaker's Journey:

From Grape to Barrel

Saturday, January 27th 
1 - 2:30pm  &  3 - 4:30PM

 
Become a vintner for the day as you are guided along on the journey to making award winning wine! You'll learn about the artistry and chemistry that goes into every vintage and how science enhances the art of winemaking! Your senses will be fully engaged as you smell, taste and feel like a winemaker on this 7 Vines adventure with Matt! 
 
Ticket includes: 
A tour with our winemaker in the Cove
Barrel Samples of 2 red wines from the cask
Current vintage tastings
Small-bite pairing
Make a reservation in the Wine Bar following the Tour.
 

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1/31/2024

Wednesday, January 31st
11:30am - 1:00pm
White Bear Lake Center for the Arts
4971 Long Avenue, White Bear Lake

Introducing a panelist event: Young Professionals Forum: Navigating Opportunities, Growth, and Challenges.

The White Bear Lake Area and Greater Stillwater Chambers partner to bring you this new series with our kick off event featuring local young entrepreneurs: Brandy Gilbert (owner of Urban Air and Crisp & Green Blaine & Stillwater), Bradley Wohlers (owner of Element Indoor Golf) and John Eckhardt (President of Code Pros LLC).

Join us for networking, business education, and complimentary refreshments at the beautiful White Bear Lake Center for the Arts!  Bring a notebook as these panelists are sure to have lots of fabulous insight!

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