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Weekly Update: August 5, 2025

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Countdown Is On: Don’t Miss the 2025 Annual Business Awards Luncheon


The 2025 Annual Business Awards, Trade Show, and Luncheon is happening on Thursday, September 25 at Southview Country Club — and we want your business in the spotlight! A big thank you to all that have already sponsored and have already purchased your tickets.


Sponsorship Opportunities and Tradeshow Tables are still available!


Gain visibility in front of other chamber members, local business leaders, and other community members. $100 per 8 foot draped table includes 1 luncheon ticket as well.


📅 Reserve your sponsorship or booth today and secure your spot at this high-impact event!


For more information, contact Bob Ruhland at bob@riverheights.com.

MEETINGS and EVENTS

Registration is now closed for the MN Vikings VIP Training Camp Experience on Monday, August 11 at TCO Performance Center in Eagan.


River Heights Chamber will have 42 attendees participating in this exclusive multi-chamber event! For those registered, please provide us the names and emails of all those attending if you have not already done so AND watch for an email a few days prior to the event from Ticket Master with your e-tickets and parking tickets.


A big thank you to our event sponsors for making this opportunity possible:

⭐ 3S Design

⭐ MY Credit Union

⭐ Wipaire, Inc.


We can’t wait to experience this exciting day together with food, drinks, networking, and up-close action with the Minnesota Vikings!

River Heights Chamber Night at the St. Paul Saints – August 20 - Join us for a fun night of baseball, networking, and community spirit at CHS Field on Wednesday, August 20!


Originally scheduled for April, this event has been rescheduled, and all tickets previously purchased have been transferred to the new date.


🎟️ Still need tickets? There's still time to join us—limited tickets are available!


Don’t miss this summer favorite with the Saints and your Chamber community!

Please RSVP for Free Chamber Events

(ex. CoffeeNet, Let's Do Lunch, Business After Hours, Leadership 360 and Lunch & Learn)


To ensure that the sponsoring businesses can adequately prepare and provide the best experience for all attendees, we kindly request your RSVP on the Chamber Events page of the River Heights Chamber website. Click on the "Register" button and select "RSVP for Free Event."


Your prompt response will greatly assist the sponsoring businesses in finalizing arrangements, including food and beverages for these upcoming events. Thank you!

Save the Date - Upcoming Events

Selling Through Chaos with Erik Therwanger


Join the River Heights Chamber for an energizing and high-impact learning event with nationally recognized speaker Erik Therwanger, as he presents:


Don't miss this chance to gain new tools, shift your mindset, and elevate your performance.

📅 Tuesday, September 30, 2025

📍 River Heights Chamber - LL Conference Room

⏰ 8:30 am to 12:00 pm

🎟️ More details and Registration Here

Experience the Magic of the Season – A Christmas Carol at Open Window Theatre


Join the River Heights Chamber for a festive evening of holiday tradition with an exclusive performance of A Christmas Carol at Open Window Theatre on Tuesday, December 9th at 7:30 PM.

This private showing is open to Chamber members, their friends, family, and co-workers—a perfect way to celebrate the season together.


🎟️ Tickets are $50 each – with $10 from every ticket supporting the River Heights Chamber.

🎁 Sponsorships available at $500 and $1000 levels.


Come enjoy this classic tale of redemption, beautifully staged in an intimate setting—while supporting River Heights Chamber!


Contact Bob Ruhland for more details about tickets and sponsorships at bob@riverheights.com.



CHAMBER NEWS

MEMBER NEWS

Thank You, Sovran, Inc. – Let’s Do Lunch Was a Success!


A big thank you to Sovran, Inc. for hosting our Let’s Do Lunch at Don Papi Chulo on Wednesday, July 30!


We appreciate your hospitality and the opportunity to connect over great food and conversation. Thank you to all who attended and made it a fantastic event!

Welcome New Members – MidCountry Bank & Gingerbread Village!


The River Heights Chamber is excited to welcome two new members to our community!


We’re thrilled to have you both as part of the Chamber and look forward to connecting you with fellow members, resources, and opportunities to grow and thrive.

COMMUNITY NEWS

The City is Currently Accepting Nominations for the IGH Bridge Builder Award


Do you know of an IGH resident who has made an exceptional difference in or contribution to the community? You can nominate them for the new IGH Bridge Builder Award!


Learn More Here.

City and County Updates


City Council Meetings

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 6 pm

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 6 pm


Web Stream at Townsquare.tv


City Council Meetings

Monday August 18, 2025 at 7 pm



Web Stream at Townsquare.tv

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