~TODAY~ Chamber Connect @ Dual Citizen Company 10/1

~THIS THURSDAY~ Lunch on the Line @ Bole 10/3

Meeting the AI Moment 10/16

October Economic Development 10/22

Midway Chamber Coffee Club @ Workhorse Coffee Bar 10/24

SAVE THE DATE MidwayTaste! @ The Arc Minnesota 10/31 (daytime)

SAVE THE DATE 106th Annual Celebration @ Allianz Field Sat, Feb 8, 2025

~TODAY~ Chamber Connect @ Dual Citizen Company 

Make your Chamber Membership Work for You!

This is an opportunity for all members, but especially new members, renewing members, and members who want to reengage with us or have new employees that wish to build their Midway Chamber of Commerce network.

Join us for a fun afternoon of networking and socializing. 

Date/Time:

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM CDT

Location:

Dual Citizen Brewing Co.

725 Raymond Ave

Saint Paul, MN 55114

Fees/Admission:

This is a free event, but please let us know that you will attend.

RSVP

~THIS THURSDAY~ Lunch on the Line @ Bole

As you may know, after Bolé burned down on University Avenue during the civil unrest, community support helped member Solomon Hailie relaunch in a bigger space with a broader customer base. From last year's ribbon cutting of the new location to honoring Bole with an award for their "Resiliency" come try this local gem that gives you a taste of authentic Ethiopian dishes with great customer service. If you register and then find you're unable to attend, we ask that you please let us know. 

***For any cancellations, please contact ana@midwaychamber.com.

Date/Time:

Thursday Oct 3, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT

Location:

Bole Ethiopian Cuisine

1341 Pascal St

St Paul, MN 55108

Fees/Admission:

Please register to let us know you are attending! 

RSVP

Meeting the AI Moment

Gen AI tools have astounding potential to elevate versus automate what we do. How do we assemble the right mix of platforms? How do we responsibly use tools? Given the pace of their increasing power, how do we see around corners?

These questions aren’t for the future. AI is here and now.

Speaker Bio: 

Danny Olson

AI & Emerging Platforms Lead, NA

Danny Olson is Executive Vice President, AI & Emerging Platforms at Weber Shandwick. In his 12+ years with the agency, he has led strategy engagements for clients including Chevrolet, Anheuser-Busch, Mastercard and more. His teams have been fortunate enough to be awarded with Cannes Lions shortlists and awards in the Clios, One Show, Shorty and Webbys. He previously served in a three-year role as the digital marketing chair for the Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee.

Date/Time:

NEW DATE

Wednesday, Oct 16, 2024

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT

Location:

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory

1225 Estabrook Dr

St Paul, MN 55103

Fees/Admission:

$40 members

$60 non-members

~Please inform the chamber directly if you will be using a luncheon pass for this event~

***Please note: Cancellations must be received via written notice. Substitutions are welcome or you may use your credit toward a future event per chamber approval. Reservations made within 48 hours of the event will be charged an additional $10

RSVP

Midway Chamber Coffee Club @ Workhorse Coffee Bar

The Midway Chamber continues our Coffee Club in the fashion of our Lunch on the Line events! This is a fun, casual networking program to kickoff your morning on the way to work. Workhorse Coffee Bar is a welcoming destination offering responsibly sourced and locally roasted coffee paired with stellar customer service -they value building community as well as customers.

Workhorse Coffee Bar has been recognized as a genuine community hub and hotspot in the midst of the non-profit and creative corridor along University Avenue in St Paul. They are also are home to the Smallest Museum in St Paul, a community art project funded by the 2014 Knight Foundation’s St Paul Art Challenge. In 2017, they received an Entrepreneur Finalist Award by economic development partner, the Neighborhood Development Center (NDC). Need to taste it to believe it? Stop by to enjoy a Latte or Chai today!

Workhorse Coffee Bar is located near the intersection of University Ave West and Raymond Ave in Saint Paul, Minnesota. We’re less than a block away from the Raymond Ave Light Rail Station and the Route 16 Bus stop. If you’re driving, we recommend using the meter parking on Raymond Ave for a quick visit or use the free 2 hour parking on Charles Ave or Territorial Rd if you’re planning to stay for awhile.

Date/Time:

Thursday Oct 24, 2024

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM CDT

Location:

Workhorse Coffee Bar

2399 University Ave W

St Paul, MN 55114

Fees/Admission:

Free to attend

RSVP

We have a loon: View the images of "The Calling"

Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood join Twin Cities Habitat Build

Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood weren't the only ones helping out at the Habitat build. Elisa Rasmussen of Xcel Energy invited Chamber friends from Midway (Chad Kulas) and Saint Paul Area (B Kyle). Also pictured is Cory Brown, Xcel Energy.

We are excited to present the Minnesota United: Feria de Empleo powered by Ramsey County. 

You are invited to join us in providing an equitable opportunity for those looking for jobs, and join a space for employers to connect with the Spanish-speaking community in the Twin Cities. Although open to everyone, the career fair is designed to be held in Spanish, as most all career fairs in Minnesota are held in the English language.

There are no fees to participate. One table and chairs provided. 

When: Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location: Allianz Field West Concourse 

Address: 400 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104

Parking: Lots B & C

Registration:

https://mnufc.formstack.com/forms/2024_career_fair_registration_english 

 If you have questions please contact:

• Jen Winterfeldt, Director of Community Relations at jen.winterfeldt@mnufc.com or

• Chris Chang, Community Relations Specialist at chris.chang@mnufc.com

Questions for Ramsey County can be directed to Karyn Berg at:

• Karyn.berg@co.ramsey.mn.us 

Please submit your registration to attend via the links provided above or let to me or Chris as to your availability to participate, by EOB on October 7, 2024. But the sooner the better if you can participate is helpful so we can plan accordingly! 

Ain Dah Yung Center

Junior Achievement North

OMG Studios

Wellington Management

Monster Bash is back, Saturday October 26th! Live music, delicious craft beer, food, costume contest and more! This year we have an 80’s & 90’s theme with some great DJs and Tribute Bands, along with the Twin Cities best costume contest! 

Tickets

Open Hands Midway, Inc.

Now Hiring

Full Time

Chad Babcock State Farm

• Office Representative - State Farm Agent Team Member

Our Lady of Peace

• Annual Giving Officer

WomenVenture

• Chief Financial Officer

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