Midway Chamber of Commerce December 11, 2018

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Leadership Award Nominations are OPEN! December Monthly Luncheon & Nonprofit Celebration $5 Calendars for Sale! WILL Power Event: Self-Care Prioritizing You Office Space Rental

Leadership Award Nominations are Open The Midway Chamber of Commerce has a proud commitment  of honoring leaders within our organization.The awards recognize leading businesses, nonprofits and individuals who go above and beyond in their support of the Chamber and Midway community through volunteering of their time, staff and other resources. But we need your help!   Nominate an organization or individual today. You will find all of the necessary information below and you may nominate in more than one category. A member breakdown for each category (with exception to Volunteer of the Year) is linked below for your convenience.   Submit a nomination & you will be entered   to be our guest at an upcoming monthly luncheon. Nomination Form Large Business of the Year Small Business of the Year Nonprofit of the Year Rookie of the Year You can find a history of recipients  here Submit your nomination to  beth@midwaychamber.com  by December 14.

December Monthly Luncheon & Celebration of Nonprofits Join us for one of highly attended luncheons, our Non-profit Celebration Luncheon Event: "Optimizing the Volunteer Relationship"

Our December Monthly Luncheon and Celebration of Nonprofits is a jam packed day starting with the Nonprofit Expo, use this to connect and learn about fellow Midway Chamber of Commerce members. This leads to our December Monthly Luncheon.  Timeline: 9-9:30 a.m. Registration, pastries & coffee 9:30-11:00 a.m.- Panel Discussion Featuring: Kate Schaefers, AARP Minnesota Volunteer State President Jim Scheibel, former director SeniorCorps & professor,  Hamline University  Jesse Change, MN Council of Nonprofits VISTA Coordinator  Karmit Bulman, Minnesota Association for Volunteer Administration Executive Director, Moderator 11 a.m. Noon- Non Profit Expo Noon- December Monthly Luncheon Susan Brower, Minnesota State Demographer will present: "Minnesota's Changing Demographics and What It Means for Our Workforce" Date/Time Information : Wednesday, Dec. 19 9:00 a.m.- 1 p.m. Location: Hamline University Anderson Student Center 774 Snelling Ave North St. Paul, MN 55104 Cost:   Non Profit Member - $25 Morning Seminar , Expo & Luncheon For Profit Member - $35.00 Expo & Luncheon Only For Profit Member- $50.00 Morning Seminar, Expo & Luncheon Non Member - $50 Expo & Luncheon Only **Luncheon passes can be used for this event** RSVP HERE

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Centennial Calendar Sale! As the holiday's approach, make sure to order a Midway Chamber of Commerce Centennial Calendar, they are $5 per calendar! These make a perfect client holiday gifts as well as internal use while showing your pride in the Midway and the Midway Chamber of Commerce. Take advantage of this opportunity! Calendar Pricing $5 Per Calendar Click here to purchase!

We are 100-years old! Join us for our largest event of the year! It is a spectacular evening of fellowship,food & our annual Leadership Awards.   Our Centennial Celebration will feature: ·      2019's Leadership Awards ·      Music by the South Side Aces  ·      Electronic Auction- Stay tuned for exciting auction offerings.  ·       Live Auction- Stay tuned for exciting auction offerings.  ·       Cocktail reception & dinner ·       & more Fees/Admission: $125 per person   **Special rate for new members and nonprofits with fewer than 10 employees** Please call the office at 651-646-2636 or email  beth@midwaychamber.com .   Location: InterContinental Hotel, St Paul Riverfront 11 E Kellogg Boulevard St Paul, MN 55101   Date/Time Information: Saturday, February 9 5:30-9:00 p.m.   Purchase Tickets:        ***Tables and sponsorship opportunities are available- please contact the office for more information.*

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor

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DEADLINE EXTENDED- Donate to our auction & support us during our 100th year.   We will recognize our donors in the following ways:    Item listed, including the name of your organization, on the bidding site which will be seen seven days prior to and at the event. The auction will be seen by approx. 500 people.  Item will be displayed with the name of your organization at the event  Recognition on the Midway Chamber of Commerce website Donating is easy! Please fill out the  Donation Form   & submit to beth@midwaychamber.com . Thank you for your generosity!

Heat yourself up during the cold Minnesota winter by trying a spicy dish from Bangkok Thai Deli! Not spicy items also available.   Join us as we celebrate and support our local businesses along the Green Line. Every month we visit a restaurant on or near the Green Line!  Location: Bangkok Thai Deli 333 University Avenue W Saint Paul, MN 55103 Date/Time Information: Thursday, January 3 Noon-1 p.m. Register

Self Care: Prioritizing You Self-care is a powerful strategy to engage in activities that aid us to gain or maintain an optimal level of overall health, which includes physical, psychological, emotional, social, and spiritual components of our well-being. Please join us as Rachel Bents shares her insights before our breakout session where the conversation continues.  Rachel Bents, M.A., M.Ed., Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach has over 20 years of experience coaching, training and motivating people to be their best selves.  Location: Urban Growler 2325 Endicott Street St. Paul, MN 55114 Date/Time Information: Thursday, Jan 24 4:30-6:30 pm Fees/Admission: This is a free event, but please let us know you are attending.  RSVP!

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Searching for an office space? Come be our office neighbor, the office suite is fully furnished and ready for immediate move in ! Amenities include: *Parking Ramp- one space included *Office Furniture, Internet & Copier *Conference Room for 12, access to an additional one for 50 *Secure Heated Bike Storage *Electric Vehicle Charging Stations *On site Storage Room *Fitness Center *Adjacent to Green Line & Numerous Bus Routes *Conveniently located on the Corner of Snelling & University Length of lease is negotiable; send us an email: beth@midwaychamber.com or call the office at 651-646-2636

Thank you Renewing Members All American Self Storage Association for Non-Smokers Minnesota Culver's Midway Keystone Community Services Landon Group, LLC Murray Middle School Union Park District Council

Member News Big Top Liquor Tuesday/Wednesday Special HIWAY Credit Union CEO Dave Boden Named Minnesota 500 List of State's Business Leaders 2040 Comprehensive Plan- Saint Paul For All St. Paul ad executive debuts his winning brew: Minnehaha Malt

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