🙌 Another Great Year

Chamber Links: news and updates

December 22nd, 2023 | Volume 5 Issue 11

Another Great Year

Wow…Another great year has come and gone just like that! As we reflect on all that has happened in 2023 it brings a smile to my face. I feel so lucky to be a part of our community that has once again come together to make Lake City the amazing little town that it is. I see stronger relationships built, incredible collaboration between businesses and service groups, and partnerships that are working together for the overall goal to strengthen our community.

Read more from Elizabeth here

Ugly Sweater Party

December 23rd 10pm-close

(Port 104)

Port 104, in downtown Lake City is famous for its burgers, bowling, and big beer selection, but did you know that they also host one of the most fun holiday parties in the Lake Pepin area?

Stop down on Saturday, December 23rd for a late evening riot of a time, and get your most gaudy, ghastly sweater off the mothballs and into the spotlight!

There will be beer specials and lots of laughs!

Learn more here

1st Day Hike

January 1st 11am-2pm

(Frontenac State Park)

Start the year outdoors with a New Year's Day self-guided hike, ski, or snowshoe.

First day hikes are a great way to get outside, exercise, enjoy nature, and welcome in the New Year with friends and family.

For the young at heart, come enjoy the natural playground or sledding hill!

Campfire, s'mores, hot chocolate, kids activities at the picnic shelter!

Click here for more about Frontenac State Park

Annual Celebration

February 9th 5-8pm

(Lake City Sportsman's Club) Join us for the 2024 Lake City Chamber Annual Meeting and Celebration. We want to celebrate our members, look back on the year's accomplishments, and look forward to what we can do together in 2024!

There will be a heavy appetizer selection from Lake City restaurants, music throughout the evening, and more!

Mardi Gras attire is encouraged and prizes given!

Sportsman's Club Announce Ice Fishing Date

Save the date! Join the Lake City Sportsman's Club for the 56th Annual Ice Fishing Contest on Saturday, February 17, 2024! They will have a FULL day of fun planned on the ice and in the clubhouse. Look for MANY more details coming soon! Spread the word and let's make it a weekend of fun with friends and family! Stay tuned to their Facebook page for updates.

Window Display Winner Announced!

Congratulations to the 2023 Christmas by the Lake: Storefront Decorating Contest winner Lakeshore Agency Lakeshore Real Estate Krage & Associates

Thanks to all the local businesses who took part! Lake City never looked so festive!

More News

Chamber Joins MN Chamber Federation

The Lake City Chamber of Commerce has joined the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Small Business Federation. This initiative focuses on curbing rising costs to business, permitting reform, mitigation and education regarding workplace mandates, and local and regional Minnesota Matters leadership. Chamber businesses are also encouraged to join. Click here for more info

GFO 2024 Sponsorship Opportunities

Put your business’s name front and center for both a local and state-wide audience! We have numerous sponsorship levels available to suit businesses of all sizes, and in-kind donations are also welcome. Help us accomplish our mission to ‘host a fun, safe, and well-organized event that will showcase our beautiful area to media and visitors, support our local businesses and organizations, and accentuate the quality of life of our local population'. Learn more here

New Chamber Member Levels Launched

In order to continue serving businesses at the same level Lake City has come to expect, the Chamber has retooled its membership levels for 2024. This new system allows your business or organization to get the most out of your membership with easy to understand benefits and perks. Chamber staff is available to answer any questions you may have regarding these changes, and can help you select the level that will be the best fit. View the new levels and more here

New Sick Time Mandates Begin Jan 1

Sick and safe time is paid leave employers must provide to employees in Minnesota that can be used for certain reasons, including when an employee is sick, to care for a sick family member or to seek assistance if an employee or their family member has experienced domestic abuse.

See how or if this new law affects you or your business here

Quick Look: The Chamber's Year in Review

Drop off your Brochures and Business Cards

Did you know that the Chamber office doubles as the de facto information center of Lake City? Both tourists and locals numbering in the many hundreds annually peruse our info racks to learn about the community. If you have literature about your business, we want to display it. Drop it off today!

Contact Heather for more info