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Last chance – Deadline Friday

Your teacher bag donations are due this Friday. Here is a fun testimonial on what they mean to the teachers: “Thank you to the Chamber for sending fun gift bags. When I got home, I dumped the bag out on the table like after Halloween, and my child and I had fun dividing the spoils and making a great kit for local trivia nights with pens, notepads, and even hand sanitizer in a cute new case. What a lot of businesses in Lakeville! I look forward to tubing this winter with the free passes, and then likely using one of the chiropractor or health center invites where I can use the other notepads and pens to doodle while I wait to be repaired. Thanks for making life fun and supporting LAS all year!” - Kim M

THIS Friday

Access & Issues Group is open to all members and is at 8am via zoom. On Friday, the ISD194 School Board will give us an update on Lakeville Area Schools, from the board perspective. We will also have our monthly around the horn updates with local and elected officials who are on the call. If you would like to listen in, or actively participate, please email Shanen for the meeting link.

Keep this on your radar

We are now accepting nominations for our 2024 Businesswoman of the Year! This year’s recipient will be honored at our annual Women’s Symposium & Expo on November 12. If you know of a businesswoman who should be considered for the RUBY Award, please email a short paragraph or two to info@LakevilleChamber.org. The deadline to nominate is Wednesday, September 11, 2024.

R – couRage – taking initiative, thinking outside the box, handling challenging situations, exhibiting leadership
U – enthUsiasm – passion and determination in her role
B – DependaBility - Demonstrates follow through, team player, believes that when her actions help her company succeed - she succeeds
Y – IntegritY - Recognizes and celebrates the success of others, handles difficult situations with honesty and professionalism

New Opportunity

The Chamber Foundation is introducing a Named Scholarship Program that will let you offer a $500 or $1000 annual scholarship to honor a person or company of your choice. The Chamber Foundation will process the applications based on criteria of your choosing. A few details:

Scholarships can be in $500 or $1000 increments.
Scholarship donation is tax deductible.
Lakeville Chamber Foundation Board awards the scholarships.
Donor can choose whether to support student scholarship or Chamber Member employee grants (either or both).
Donor can choose the title of the scholarship to include company name, organization, individual, etc.
Donor logo or choice of scholarship name will be featured on our scholarship website with the option to include a memorial.
Scholarships will be awarded late spring each year (April/May)

This opportunity to provide needed student scholarships while honoring your company or company founder is a great opportunity to make a difference in our community.

If you are interested in this program, please contact Chamber Foundation President, Mel Simon of Styer Transportation at msimon@styertrans.com.

Established in June 2009, the Lakeville Area Chamber Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, is focused on workforce development and business education. The volunteer Board of Directors raises money each year to provide scholarships and grants that benefit Lakeville area schools, programs, students and Lakeville Area Chamber of Commerce member businesses.

Scholarships are available to Lakeville Area Schools (ISD194) graduating high school seniors to further strengthen their workforce and leadership skills.
Scholarships are available to Chamber member employees who are pursuing education credits, or career advancement courses that will benefit their current employer.
Impact Grants are awarded to schools and organizations that support innovative, student-based programs, that include workforce readiness initiatives and/or STEM career exposure. Priority is given to programs that have the ability to be replicated, sustained, and adapted.

You can support our mission through:

One-time donation on LakevilleChamber.org
Optional donation with annual Chamber member renewal
Attending annual Suds for Scholars craft beer tasting event (spring)
Purchasing raffle tickets at the Bowling for Education tournament (fall)
Donating raffle item(s) that can be auctioned at various events throughout year

Let’s BOWL…

and raise some money!

Grab a team and join us for a few hours of bowling, pizza, and prizes! This is a great activity for your staff to have a fun night out together.

Welcome to our Newest Chamber Members

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Visit Lakeville Tourism Tidbit

Get ready for a whirlwind of fun at the Dakota County Fair! From thrilling rides and mouth-watering fair food to captivating live entertainment and unique local exhibits, this fair is where community spirit shines. Whether you’re riding the Ferris wheel, savoring a funnel cake, or cheering on the 4-H projects, the Dakota County Fair promises a day of excitement and joy for everyone. Don't miss out on this hometown tradition where every moment is a celebration!

August 5th - 11th

Tuesday-Saturday: 7am - 10pm

Sunday: 7am - 5pm