Midway Chamber of Commerce March 18, 2025 | |
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Volunteer of the Year Spotlight
Tesha is one of most dedicated volunteers of the Midway, and in a number of ways from serving on the board and Communications Committee, to chairing the Ambassadors. Tesha also takes several photographs at events and uses content from Chamber programming for articles in the Midway Monitor. Thanks to Tesha, the Midway community knows much more about the Midway Chamber.
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Economic Development: Women’s History Month Panel
March is Women’s History Month and the Midway Chamber is celebrating with a panel of female leaders in the Midway. Hear their stories and get inspired on their journey to becoming successful. Speakers include Danielle Graczyk, founder/executive director, Canine Inspired Change; Jill Pavlak, co-head honcho, Urban Growler.
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Danielle Graczyk, founder/executive director, Canine Inspired Change
Danielle formally founded Canine Inspired Change in 2014 after four years of program development and refinement. She brings lived experience to the work of the organization, growing up through challenging circumstances and recovering from addiction. She has 20+ years experience training and working with dogs and 10+ years of experience developing trauma-informed curriculum with community partners serving adults and youth, nonprofit management, program evaluation, and leadership development. She is a frequent guest speaker at health conferences and trainings, and has developed valued relationships with legal experts, behavioral analysts and education experts, all reinforcing the transformative nature of connection and community that is inspired by the unconditional, non-judgmental love dogs provide.
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Jill Pavlak, co-head honcho, Urban Growler
Jill Pavlak is Co-Head Honcho at Urban Growler. Jill graduated with a degree in Speech Communications and Psychology – talk about perfect training for this industry. Prior to Urban Growler she owned two other successful businesses. Jill is as personable as they come. She’s warm and funny with an engaging personality. For her it’s all about relationships – people really are her passion, she is forever making connections. It would be hard to say in a few words what Jill does at the brewery – she’s our customer service guru, she’s the saddle on our horse, she’s the carbonation in our beer and the hair plug in our toupee. She’s here for you.
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Date/Time:
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Location:
Canine Inspired Change
2300 Myrtle Ave, Suite 230
Saint Paul, MN 55114
Fees/Admission:
Free, but please register to let us know you are coming for food count purposes!
RSVP
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Midway Chamber Coffee Club @ Ginkgo Coffeehouse
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. Ginkgo Coffeehouse is a locally owned coffee shop serving the Twin Cities for 30 years. Located in Midway and Downtown Saint Paul. They opened in 1993 in the heart of the Hamline Midway neighborhood of St. Paul, Minnesota. This Midway staple showcases artwork on display and live music. Offering a wide array of both food and drink options, you will surely find the perfect pick me up.
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Date/Time:
Thursday Mar 20, 2025 ***DATE MOVED UP***
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM CDT
Location:
Ginkgo Coffeehouse
721 Snelling Ave N.
St Paul, MN 55104
Fees/Admission:
Free to attend
RSVP
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Regional Economic Conditions
ft. Erick Garcia Luna, Federal Reserve
What should we expect for our economy going forward? Get an economic update from the Federal Reserve as we hear from Erick Garcia Luna.
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Erick Garcia Luna is a regional outreach director at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. His responsibilities include tracking, analyzing, and reporting on several aspects of the economy of the Fed's Ninth District. Erick is a co-author of the Beige Book and has published articles on inflation, business conditions, and labor. His work has been featured in local and national media, including Marketplace and Bloomberg TV.
Prior to joining the Minneapolis Fed, Erick held a variety of roles in the U.S. Senate, the City of Minneapolis, and the University of Minnesota. His academic credentials include coursework in economics and political science from the Autonomous Metropolitan University in Mexico City, and a degree in economics from the University of Minnesota.
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Date/Time:
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Location:
TST Creative Catering & Ideal Hall
1494 Dale St N
St. Paul, MN 55117
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
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Thank you to our sponsor
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Lunch on the Line @
Andiamo Italian Ristorante
Andiamo Italian Ristorante is a family owned establishment focusing on fresh ingredients and family. Prominently located on Snelling avenue in the Union Park neighborhood, this family-owned restaurant welcomes you to pull up a chair and enjoy classic Italian dishes. Serving up home-made favorites like Lasagna Bolognese and Tiramisu, their menu has something for everyone. Come on in for lunch, happy hour, dinner, or brunch. Order, takeout, catering or delivery. There are many ways they can help you host a memorable party with delicious food.
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Date/Time:
Thursday Apr 3, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT
Location:
Andiamo Italian Ristorante
80 Snelling Ave N
St Paul, MN 55104
Fees/Admission:
Please register to let us know you are attending!
RSVP
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Midway Chamber Coffee Club @ Nina's Coffee Cafe
A CLASSIC COFFEE HOUSE IN HISTORIC CATHEDRAL HILL
Airy indie venue with light breakfast fare plus coffees in comfy, brick-walled digs. Well known for serving the best quality food for breakfast as well as coffee along with outstanding service. This place is great for a quick cup or a relaxed visit to unwind wih both indoor and outdoor seating.
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Date/Time:
Thursday Apr 24, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM CDT
Location:
Blair House Condominiums
165 Western Ave N
St Paul, MN 55102
Fees/Admission:
Free to attend
RSVP
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Are you passionate about making a difference in Hamline Midway? Do you want to help shape neighborhood initiatives, support local organizing, and work alongside fellow neighbors to strengthen our community?
If so, we invite you to apply for a seat on the Hamline Midway Coalition Board of Directors!
As a board member, you'll gain a bird's-eye view of all the organizing happening across our six key committees—Development, Transportation, Environment, Renter Engagement, Community Building, and Fundraising—and play a vital role in supporting the work of HMC. This is a great opportunity to make meaningful impacts through community events, advocacy, and initiatives that improve the quality of life for all who live, work, and do business here in Hamline Midway.
📌 Key Details:
✔ Application Deadline: Monday, April 7, 2025 (by 11:59 PM)
✔ Election Period: April 14 – April 28, 2025
✔ Open Seats: 6 board positions (two-year term: April 2025 – April 2027)
✔ Board Meetings: Hybrid format, fourth Tuesday of each month, 6:15-8:00 PM
Onboarding and training will be provided by HMC staff and current board members. If elected, your first board meeting will be on May 27 from 6:15–8:00 PM.
Fill out the application and questionnaire today; click here!
If you have any questions at all about being a board member, please feel free to reach out to me at organizer@hamlinemidway.org or text/call 651-494-7683.
We hope you’ll consider stepping into this leadership role if it sounds exciting to you, and look forward to good work ahead!
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Green Ramsey Expo & Career Fair
March 19,10 a.m.-1 p.m.
West Minnehaha Recreation Center, 685 W Minnehaha Ave, Saint Paul
Come meet organizations with missions that include recycling, creating green space, environmental clean-up and more! Learn about and apply for green collar careers in emerging industries, as well as conventional businesses and trades that have shifted to more sustainable practices.
Green resources and activities happening in the community will be highlighted as well. If you are interested in a green career or learning more about environmental activities in the county, this event is for you.
Employers and resource providers include:
• Bay West
• City of Saint Paul Parks and Rec, Regional Water Services and Human Resources
• Metropolitan Council
• Metropolitan Mosquito Control District
• Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (PCA) and Management and Budget (MMB)
• Ramsey County Parks and Recreation and Human Resources
• Ramsey Washington Recycling & Energy Center
• Tree Trust
• Walters Recycling & Refuse
• Center for Energy and Environment
• Energy Smart and Waste Wise with the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce
• Finishing Trades Institute of the Upper Midwest
• Goodwill Easter Seals of MN
• Metro Clean Energy Resource Team (Metro CERT)
• M State Energy Careers Academy
• Ramsey County Climate & Health Team
• Ramsey County Recycling Ambassadors
• Saint Paul Port Authority and MinnPace
• And more!
Learn more
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Employer Reasonable Accommodation Funding available
Employer Reasonable Accommodation Fund Information Session
March 19, 2-3 p.m. via Teams
The Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Employer Reasonable Accommodation Fund (ERAF) creates a central fund where small to mid-sized Minnesota employers can request reimbursement for expenses related to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees with disabilities. The ERAF's purpose is to encourage employment of people with disabilities by reducing any perceived or real financial barriers.
Join DEED for an informative and engaging session that will cover:
• The benefits of workplace inclusivity for your business.
• How ERAF simplifies providing accommodations and supports your bottom line.
• Real-world examples of accommodations that enhance productivity and employee satisfaction.
Learn how this innovative program can position your business as a leader in inclusivity while meeting your workforce needs. Don't miss this chance to gain actionable insights and make your workplace more accessible.
Register for the Event
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