I wanted to take a moment to lift the curtain on some of the great work our government affairs team is doing on your behalf. This is a team with a strong “heads down, get it done” mindset—which means we’re often deep in the work without always stopping to share the wins and progress in real time.

But make no mistake—there is meaningful, strategic work underway that is making a difference.

St Paul Area Chamber Check-in

April 8, 2025

brought to you by Positive Light Media

Featuring:

• Ambassador of the Month
• MN Paid Leave Session
• Equity Leadership Series

Level-Up: Young Adult Career

and Resource Fair

Thursday, April 24

9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

The State of Minnesota's Department of Economic Development (MN DEED) is hosting a series of information sessions this spring about Paid Leave, which is slated to go into effect January 1, 2026. The St. Paul Area Chamber and its partners are working with MN DEED to host an information session in St. Paul. This event is free to attend. Click HERE to register.

Calling All Employers: Connect with Young Adult Talent at the Level-Up Career Fair!

Are you currently hiring or offering training programs? Don’t miss your chance to engage with motivated young adults at the Level-Up: Young Adult Career and Resource Fair on Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 9:00 AM–1:30 PM at the YMCA - St. Paul Eastside. This event is your opportunity to connect with 18- to 24-year-olds who are eager to launch their careers. Showcase your job openings, training programs, and resources while building relationships with emerging local talent. Employer registration is now open—sign up for a table and help young adults level up!

Celebrating its 20th anniversary and known for its unique nasal-first approach to airway and breathing

concerns, ADVENT is expanding within Minneapolis with its 32nd location in Eden Prairie. Already established across six states, this clinic represents ADVENT's fifth location in the Twin Cities, bringing its world-leading in-office Breathing Triangle solutions to another community. The new clinic, located at 6640 Shady Oak Rd, Ste. 255, opens Monday, March 31. Read full press release HERE and visit us online to schedule an appointment.

The New Victorian Mansion Bed & Breakfast in St. Paul’s Cathedral Hill is entering a new chapter under new ownership. Built in 1881 and restored in 2013 as the ASID Showcase Home, the mansion features Queen Anne, Renaissance, and Gothic architecture. With four luxurious guest suites, the mansion now also hosts intimate weddings, private events, and special celebrations. A fifth suite, the Royal Suite, will debut soon. This minority-owned business is committed to sustainable hospitality and creating a space where every guest feels welcomed and celebrated. Learn more at www.newvictorianbb.com

Community Day at Circus Juventas is coming up on Sunday, May 4 from 5-8pm! CJ is opening the doors wide and welcoming new audiences to experience the wonder of circus—no barriers, just joy. With a joy-based ticketing model, attendees choose a ticket price that feels good to them, ensuring that all can experience the magic of Circus Juventas. Please join us! For more info and tickets, CLICK HERE.

Become a sponsor for Grand Old Day 2025 on June 1! Be a part of making the largest free one-day festival in the Midwest happen. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities or email info@grandave.com

Celebrate Easter with a delicious brunch at 1881 Eating House! We’re serving up a special holiday menu featuring guest favorites like Classic Breakfast, Eggs Benedict, Shrimp & Grits, Pancakes with seasonal toppings, French Toast, Freshly Baked Scones, Bagel & Lox, and more. Learn more at 1881eatinghouse.com. Station Sounds is back on Thursday April 24th with Joel Shapira! Enjoy live music and all night happy hour deals at 1881 Eating House. 

The 2025 Business Retention and Expansion Survey is here! It's time for Grow Minnesota!®’s annual study, which focuses on understanding the growth and expansion trends among Minnesota's small and medium-sized businesses. This year’s report will also track large-scale investments shaping the state’s economic landscape. Dive into last year’s report to see how businesses are evolving, and help shape the future of Minnesota’s economy by taking the survey now!

This spring, the nation's longest-running art crawl returns to Union Depot. The Saint Paul Art Crawl will feature dozens of local artisans, including photographers, jewelry designers, painters, and more, with unique items available for purchase. It's an excellent opportunity to connect with and support local artists. Produced by the Saint Paul Art Collective, the event is held twice a year and draws up to 20,000 visitors annually. The art crawl began in 1977 when the founding artists of the Saint Paul Art Collective held their first group exhibition at Union Depot. Click HERE for more information

We invite you to join us on April 10th at Cheers for Children for an evening of inspiration and celebration as we come together to end child abuse in the Twin Cities. All proceeds will benefit CornerHouse's child abuse response, advocacy, and healing services. Let's make a difference and create a brighter future for our children! Visit Cheers For Children — CornerHouse for more information.

The Twin Cities SHRM Skills-Based Hiring and Employee Development Practices will be held on Friday, April 18, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 5980 Golden Hills Drive, Golden Valley, Minnesota 55416. This workshop will focus on the skills-based employee hiring design, covering everything from job descriptions and interviews to onboarding and professional development. The session will also explore how a focus on competencies and skills can help HR navigate compensation and pay transparency models and foster a supportive training and development culture. Click HERE to register.