THE RIVER HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE

The Forrest Glewwe Visions of Excellence Award is awarded to an professional business leader whose contributions have made a lasting impact on the businesses and communities in our region.

We are proud to announce that Greg Dennis has been awarded this honor for 2025!

Join us for one of the River Heights Chamber’s premier events — the 2025 Annual Business Awards, Trade Show & Luncheon on Thursday, September 25th — and put your business front and center!

A big thank you to the chamber business that have already sponsored this event. Sponsorship packages offer exceptional visibility and recognition, including:

• Pre-event promotion in Chamber emails and social media
• Tickets to attend the event (# based on sponsorship level)
• Trade show table to showcase your products/services (based on sponsorship level)
• Event-day recognition in the printed program, signage, and presentation
• Opportunity to include a promotional item in the attendee registration bag

This is your chance to connect with community leaders, celebrate business excellence, and grow your brand. A variety of sponsorships are available in the amounts of $250, $350, $500 and $1500— secure yours today! Contact Bob Ruhland at bob@riverheights.com for more details.

Less than 2 Weeks Left to Register!

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. Help us fill the room to celebrate our award winners!

Your $55 ticket includes:

• Access to the Trade Show — explore local businesses, products, and services
• Networking opportunities with Chamber members and community leaders
• Delicious lunch included with your ticket
• Free coffee during the Trade Show, courtesy of Caffeination Station
• Awards Program honoring outstanding businesses and leaders in our community
• Keynote Speaker: Bill Richardson — inspiring insights to energize and motivate
• Door Prize Drawings at the end of the event — must be present to win

Want to bring your team or clients? Reserve a table for 8 for just $440 and enjoy the event together.

Come for the connections, stay for the celebration!

✨Also, Only One Tradeshow Table 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 trade show booth today and secure your spot at this high-impact event! Registration Deadline Friday, September 12th.

For more information about trade show booths, contact Bob Ruhland at bob@riverheights.com.

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!

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. Watch this video to learn more.

📅 Tuesday, September 30, 2025

📍 River Heights Chamber - LL Conference Room

⏰ 8:30 am to 12:00 pm

$75 for RHC Members / $90 for non-members - contact Bob for special volume discount pricing!

🎟️ More details and Registration Here

Save the Date! 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 – $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.

Thank You – South St. Paul Local Issues Meeting

Thank you to everyone who attends the River Heights Chamber South St. Paul Local Issues meeting each month. Your engagement and contributions make a real difference in supporting our community, and we appreciate your continued commitment to these important conversations.

Join MidCountry Bank For COMMUNITY APPRECIATION DAYS

MidCountry Bank in Inver Grove Heights is excited to host Community Appreciation Days on Friday, September 26. Join them for a special celebration to thank our valued customers, neighbors, and friends!

Time: 11 am to 1 pm

More details here

IGH Annual Clean-Up Day Coming Soon

Get ready! The Annual Clean-Up Day for IGH residents is Saturday, Sep. 27, 8 a.m.–2 p.m., at the IGH Central Maintenance Facility (8168 Barbara Avenue).

Residents of IGH are invited to this one-stop-shop disposal event to get rid of unwanted items, including confidential papers that need shredding.

Visit ighmn.gov/CollectionEvents to find the list of accepted items and prices of disposal, and to learn how vendors will process your items.

City Council Meetings

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 6 pm

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 6 pm

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City Council Meetings

Tuesday September 2, 2025 at 7 pm

Monday September 15, 2025 at 7 pm



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