Business Home & Family EXPO
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Saturday, March 30, 9:00AM-4:00PM
Waconia Middle School-1400 Community Dr
Don't miss this opportunity to introduce your business to the Waconia community. Lots of great vendors, food and presentations! There are a few vendor spot available. Contact the Chamber! 952-442-5812
10:00 Minnesota Zoomobile Show
11:00 Neubauer Chiropractic Dr. Dan and Dr. Ashley
“
Colic, Ear Infections, Constipation… OH MY!” We can help!
11:30 Waconia Public Library E-Books and more!
12:00 Legal Stuff with Leah Gilbert
“What’s Your Plan? The Basics of Estate Planning.”
1:00 Rising Star Dance Academy Exhibition
2:00 Dojo Karate Demonstration
3:00 Nicole Skaro The Exceptional Home Team – Keller Williams Elite
“
The Housing Market Has Changed and What That Means For You”
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Welcome New Chamber Members:
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Kim's Words
Kim Funk
1514 Barton St
Waconia, MN 55387
612-817-0442
Copywriting
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SouthPoint Financial
Troy Diedrich
924 Main St East
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
877-794-6712
Credit union/financial institution
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United States Army
SFC Seth Erickson
6605 Nicollet Ave S
Richfield, MN 55423
612-964-1865
U.S armed forces
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Waconia Living Magazine
Heidi Nessa
241 E Lake St
Waconia, MN 55387
612-803-9935
Publishing
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Space Available
by Kellie Sites, Waconia Chamber President
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Driving around Waconia those two words really jump out at me. Buildings are for sale. Buildings are for rent. Office space available. More storage units are being built. Companies are expanding their footprint. Some businesses are closing their doors. Lots of change!
Click here to read more...
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Business bears the brunt of governor's budget
by Doug Loon, Minnesota Chamber President
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Gov. Tim Walz has unveiled his expansive and expensive budget proposal. The impact is crystal clear: Minnesota businesses are being asked to pay billions of dollars in additional taxes to support his budget that approaches $50 billion for the next two years, up more than 8 percent over the existing biennium.
We share his goal of investing in the state’s future for workforce, infrastructure and quality of life for Minnesota families. But, simply put, the governor’s budget is an overreach and unaffordable.
Click Here to read more...
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Chamber Ambassador Visits
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HealHer-Peer Support with Heather Boll
Primary Contact: Heather Boll
141 W 1st St, Waconia
952-567-9210
With so much conversation around mental health, Heather Boll has found her calling and is so glad to be doing this work. The Ambassadors learned that Heather is a Certified Peer Support Specialist through the Minnesota Department of Health. As one of five people battling a mental illness, she wants to serve as a bridge between people in distress and the overwhelming, confusing health care system.
She can help guide, support and access mental health resources to those in need
. If you or someone you know could use this service, give Heather a call.
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H&R Block
Primary Contact: CJ Guron
1309 Oak Ave, Suite 105, Waconia
Taxes! New owner, CJ Guron and his team are prepared to provide affordable tax preparation and support for any and all complexities. They can help you resolve issues with the IRS and give withholding advice. Their personal service is what they pride themselves on and also offer planning tools for next year. They are open year-round. If you have personal or business tax questions, contact CJ!
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Uplift Your Life
Primary Contact: Pam Braunwarth
420 E Lake St, Waconia
612-201-8989
The Ambassadors met with Pam Braunwarth, who has started a new company she calls, Uplift Your Life. You may know Pam as the creator of the Mocha Monkey, artist with Oliver Clay and one of the founders of Unearthed Arts. She believes all of this work has led her to this work with homes and office space using Feng Shui, Energy Space Clearing and Color Consulting skills. She does in home or in office consulting as well as workshops. If you have questions and wonder how your space could be better, give Pam a call!
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Member News and Happenings
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Thursday, March 14, 7:30-9:00AM
(NOTE LATER DATE DUE TO SPRING BREAK)
Waconia Vet Clinic-113 Hwy 5 East
Chamber member favorite! Open house style format. Stop in for a minute or as long as your schedule allows. FREE. No need to register. Coffee and light snacks provided.
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10th Annual Frunge Festival at Lola's Lakehouse
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Saturday, March 2, 10:00AM-2:00PM
Lola's Lakehouse-318 E Lake St, Waconia
A heart-warming celebration is taking place Saturday, March 2nd as "frungers" jump into frozen Lake Waconia to raise money to fund grief camps for families through the Children's Grief Connection (CGC) Hearts of Hope Grief Camp. Over 100 brave fundraisers ("frungers") are expected to jump into Lake Waconia. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend, donate and participate.
Click here for more details.
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Free Poultry Workshop-Waconia
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Monday, March 4, 6:30-8:30PM
UFC Farm Supply-801 State Hwy 284 S, Waconia
Join UFC Farm Supply for some fun, hands-on learning with Nutrena Poultry Specialist, Twain Lockhart, aka Mr Cluck. Lockhart has over 40 years of experience raising and handling chickens. He studied animal husbandry and has 17+ years of experience as a feed store owner, specializing in poultry. He offers a hands-on approach to raising chickens and enjoys helping others with their "chicken addictions".
- Raising poultry 101
- Poultry selection and management
- Winter poultry nutrition and care
- Special savings, door prizes and refreshments
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2019 Fat Tuesday Grand Wine Tasting Fundraiser
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Tuesday, March 5, 6:30-9:00PM
Oak Ridge Conference Center-1 Oakridge Dr, Chaska
Dolce Vita Wine Shop presents the 2019 Fat Tuesday Grand Wine Tasting Fundraiser benefiting the Moravian Care Foundation.
Cost: $21.95 in advance or $24.95 at the door
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Spring "Try It" Dance Classes
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March 11-April 17
Waconia Dance Company-8155 Paradise Lane, Waconia
These 6 week classes are designed to introduce your child to dance at WDC. These classes will not have costumes nor perform at the end of year recital. However, you will be considered a WDC student and be eligible to register before the general public for fall classes!
Classes:
Beginner PreSchool , Intro to Dance K-2nd Grade, Intro to Dance 3rd-5th Grade, Intro to Dance Team (Lakettes) 6th grade and up
Click Here for more Info
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Waconia Young Professionals-WYP
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Tuesday, March 12, 4:00-6:00PM
Vandy's Grille-7795 Laketown Pkwy, Waconia
WYP Time! Waconia Young Professionals ages 21-39 will meet for a Happy Hour on Tuesday, March 12 from 4-6PM at Vandy's Grille. This will be an open house format and all food and beverages are on your own. Get together for networking and idea generating! No need to RSVP. Feel free to bring a colleague.
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Tuesday, March 12, 6:30-8:00PM or
Saturday, March 23, 10:00-11:30AM
Unearthed Arts-44 W Main St, Waconia
Presented by Uplift Your Life with Pam Braunwarth. Learn how simple changes in your home can make BIG changes in your life. Increase your home's energy, assess and activate 5 important Feng Shui areas and learn to use the Baqua Map on your floor plan.
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1st Men's Boot Camp
March 12-May 3, Tuesdays 7:30-8:30PM & Fridays 5:00-6:00PM
Shape It Up Fitness-141 W 1st St, Waconia (enter south side of building)
Get on board for the first ever Men's Boot Camp at Shape It Up. Lead by trainer Greg Swanson. Register Today!
[email protected]
Cost: $199 for 9 weeks of inspiration and perspiration! (includes free t-shirt $35 value)
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Waconia Hockey Festival Coming!
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Friday & Saturday, March 16-17
Waconia Ice Arena-1250 Oak Ave, Waconia
Don't miss this opportunity to touch hundreds of hockey fans!
The Waconia Hockey Association is proud to announce WHA Upper Mite Festival for 2nd & 3rd graders graders (and their parents, grandparents and fans) from across the region! Area businesses and vendors are invited to connect for more information about sponsorship, advertising, promotion of local deals and selling directly at the rink. there are many opportunities.
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Mondays, March 18-April 22, 6:15-7:00PM
HealHer Peer Support Specialist & Shape It Up Fitness-141 West First St, Waconia (enter south side of building)
For those looking to begin or restart their wellness journey-6 weeks of wellness. Come for the peace, stay for the vibe, leave with the tools.
Cost: $199 Register by Valentine's Day for a FREE Vital Protein and FREE Vitamin D Supplement
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Saturday, March 16
Participating Watering Holes in Waconia!
See the American Legion, Chumly's, Garage Bar & Bowl, Hoppers, or The Saloon for more info.
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Harnessing the Power of Gratitude Event
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Tuesday, March 26, 6:00-7:45PM
Waconia Middle School Auditorium-1400 Community Drive
You're invited to an evening packed with simple tools and takeaways you can use in teaching and modeling gratitude with your kids.
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The MN Film & TV Production Directory is asking for your help in NOT keeping Minnesota's production industry as a well-kept secret. Help them pump up their production library by adding your information and business images to their database. Create or renew your listing NOW!
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Sign in to your account or create a new one
here.
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Go to your account page
here.
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Forgot your password or email? No problem. Just click on the "Forgot your Password/Email" link.
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Choose your listing level.
Feel free to contact
MNFilmTV
with any questions! 612-767-0095
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Chamber Luncheon & Calendar
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March Membership Luncheon
Thursday, March 28, 2018
11:30AM-1:00PM
Location:
acpi Wood Products
We know it as ELKAY-Medallion Cabinetry Dream Center
233 Industrial Blvd (enter west side with awning)
Topic:
What's happening with ELKAY?
Cost: $25/members, $30/non-members
RSVP Required by Friday, March 22, 2019
To streamline check in at the event, we ask that you register and pay
HERE.
All forms of payment will be accepted the day of the event.
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Chamber Calendar-March 2019
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MAR 12
WYP Meeting 4:00-6:00PM @ Vandy's Grille (7795 Laketown Pkwy)
MAR 13
Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 11:30AM-1:00PM
MAR 14
Coffee Connection 7:30-9:00AM @Waconia Vet Clinic (113 Hwy 5 East)
MAR 14
Retail Committee Marketing Meeting 8:00-9:30AM @Maple Conference Rm
City Hall (201 S Vine St)
MAR 21
Ambassador Meeting 8:45AM @ Chamber Office 209 S Vine St, Waconia
MAR 28
Chamber Luncheon 11:30AM-1:00PM @ ELKAY Dream Center (address?) Doors open at 11:30,adjourn by 1:00PM Register by Friday, March 22
MAR 30
Business Home & Family EXPO-9:00AM-4:00PM @ Waconia Middle School (1400 Community Drive) Just a few available spaces left for vendors! Call to reserve your spot! 952-442-5812
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Friday Facts Is a publication of the Waconia Chamber of Commerce
952-442-5812
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