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Weekly Update: October 14, 2025

Sponsored in-part by: 

Early Bird Special - Buy 6 Tickets, Get 1 Free!


Join the River Heights Chamber for a festive evening with an exclusive performance of A Christmas Carol.


Where: Open Window Theatre, 5300 South Robert Trail, Inver Grove Heights, MN

When: Tuesday, December 9th - 6:30 pm Social Hour - 7:30 pm performance


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

  • $10 from every ticket sold back to River Heights Chamber
  • Includes Food and Beverages prior to the performance
  • $250 - Early Bird Special - Buy 6 tickets, Get 1 Free! 
    A $50 savings - use discount code "A Christmas Carol Special" at checkout - Discount available through November 3!


🎁 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.

Join us for a behind-the-scenes

look at the vibrant world of poinsettia

production at Gertens Greenhouse!


Date: Tuesday, November 11

Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Location: Gertens Greenhouse, 5715 Blaine Ave, Inver Grove Hts


Thank you for the great response to this event! Spots are filling fast.


Start your morning with complimentary donuts and coffee, then enjoy an exclusive guided tour through Gertens renowned poinsettia production facility. Learn about the growing process, see the stunning holiday blooms, and connect with fellow chamber members in a festive setting.


This event is free for chamber members.


Space is limited—RSVP today to reserve your spot!

MEETINGS and EVENTS

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!

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

Join us for the County-Wide Chamber

After Hours & B2B Expo


When: Tuesday, November 5 - 4:30 to 6:30 PM

Where: Wyndham Minneapolis South, Burnsville


This fun annual event brings together chambers from across the county for an evening of networking, connections, and business visibility.


  • Food & Drink: Enjoy complimentary appetizers and a cash bar.
  • Door Prizes: Sponsors and exhibitors will be hosting prize drawings.
  • B2B Vendor Tables: Currently, River Heights Chamber has 2 tables available for $150 — reserve yours now!
  • Free Admission: Open to all attendees.


Don’t miss this great opportunity to showcase your business and build valuable relationships.


More details here

CHAMBER NEWS

Board Nominations Update


The River Heights Chamber is accepting nominations for it’s Board of Directors. Interested parties please reach out to CJ Rugh Chairman of the Nomination Committee at rughc@vikings.nfl.net or Bob Ruhland at Bob@riverheights.com. Nominations will be communicated in November and elections will be at the RHC Board Meeting in December.

Thank You, Jersey’s Bar & Grill!


A big thank-you to Jersey’s Bar & Grill for hosting the River Heights Chamber Business After Hours on Thursday, November 9! We appreciate their warm hospitality and all who joined us for a fun evening of networking and connection.

MEMBER NEWS

Welcome New Member – ABC Rolloff!


The River Heights Chamber is excited to welcome ABC Rolloff to our membership community! They provide reliable dumpster rental services throughout the Twin Cities and surrounding counties.


We’re thrilled to have them join us and look forward to connecting them with fellow Chamber members!

COMMUNITY NEWS

Knock Out Hunger Border Battle


Join us on Saturday, November 29, from 10 AM–12 PM at Two Rivers High School in West St. Paul for a fun and impactful meal-packing competition between teams from the City of West St. Paul and City of South St. Paul!


The River Heights Chamber will be part of the South St. Paul team, and we’re inviting you to join us! Each team has 15 members—so gather your co-workers, friends, family, and neighbors to give back and help fight hunger in our community. Contact Bob Ruhland at bob@riverheights.com for more details.

City and County Updates


City Council Meetings

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6 pm

Monday, November 10, 2025 at 6 pm


Web Stream at Townsquare.tv


City Council Meetings

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 7 pm

Monday, November 3, 2025 at 7 pm



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