Save the Date:

Human Resource Discussion Compliance Q&A: ESST, PFML and Paid Leave Programs. Details will be emailed soon.

• Date & Time: June 6th 9am-noon
• Location: Ruth's on Stafford.

Fall Gala Committee

We will be having our first Fall Gala meeting on Monday, June 17th at 3pm here at the Northfield Chamber Office. If you would like to join the committee please attend and help us brainstorm fun themes for the event! Regular meeting schedule TBD.

Hospitality Awards

As we gear up for the prestigious 2024 Hospitality Awards, we are excited to invite you to nominate your favorite hospitality worker for this Recognition & Award Celebration.

This is your opportunity to shine the spotlight on those exceptional individuals who have dedicated themselves to excellence in the hospitality industry. Whether they serve in general hotel operations, on the front lines of attractions, or in the bustling atmosphere of restaurants and banquets, we want to hear about the outstanding contributions they have made.

Nominees should have at least 3 years of experience in the hospitality industry and exemplify a commitment to exceptional service and guest experiences.

Please take a moment to nominate a deserving candidate by filling out the nomination form attached to this email. Your participation will not only honor the hard work and dedication of these individuals but also showcase the high standard of excellence within our entire community.

Self-nominations are encouraged, too! Don't be shy. Let's come together to celebrate and acknowledge the true hospitality stars among us. Thank you for your support and involvement in recognizing excellence in our industry.

Northfield Named Top 50 Places to Live in the U.S. by Money.com!

The online magazine ranked cities throughout the country using a number of criteria. During the vetting process, Money said they evaluated every city, town, and neighborhood on their list of candidates using various metrics, such as:

• The vitality of the local job market
• The typical housing expenses for homeowners and renters
• The proportion of residents living in poverty
• The quality of public schools (including math and reading test scores)

Click HERE to read more and watch Jane Bartho speak on last week's episode of Minnesota Live!

Submit your events to our NEW Calendar!

We are excited to announce the launch of our new event calendar on the Visit Northfield website, designed to keep our community and tourist informed and engaged. Don't miss out on this opportunity to reach a wider audience and make your event a success!

Open Door Preschool has Grand Opening of new Playground

Congratulations Open Door Preschool on your new playground! Open Door Preschool has been engaging children in Northfield, Minnesota since 1966, offering flexible classes for ages 3-6. They focus on the social, emotional, physical, and educational development of each child, fostering creativity through play-based learning. They're proud to have achieved a 4-star rating from Parent Aware, Minnesota's quality rating system for early education, allowing eligible parents to apply for early learning scholarships.