Chamber Links: news and updates

July 13, 2022 | Volume 4 Issue 4

100 Never Felt so Good!

Water Ski Days. All we can say is WOW!

We are still recovering from what can only be called an EPIC 100th anniversary of water skiing and 50th Water Ski Days weekend in Lake City.

We have lots of success stories and many folks to thank...


Read more from our director here.

Downtown Assessment Survey


If you missed Rethos while they were in town, no worries! We have launched an online version of their survey and it will be live until July 25th.

Rethos wants to hear thoughts and dreams from as many residents as possible (kids included) as they compile their report. Access the survey here, and learn more at lakecity.org 

Business After Hours

Russell Cellular, parent company of Lake City's Verizon Authorized Dealer, Pen Communications, invites you to a Business After Hours on July 28th from 5:30-7:30pm. They are located at 102 W Center Street in Downtown Lake City!

Pizza, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be served. Bring your business cards and let's have some fun!

Visit the Facebook event page for more info.




Chamber Golf Tournament!

Join us on July 15th for the Lake City Chamber Annual Golf Event at the Lake City Golf Course to enjoy a day outside with friends and coworkers with a round of golf, on-course contests, and prizes! This is a great way to network, promote your business, and enjoy a day out of the office. We hope to see you there!

There's still time for last minute registration! Contact Travis here to sign up a team from your business or organization by Thursday, July 14th by noon.

Ohuta's New 'Resident'

Lake City came out in full force to celebrate the unveiling of the Ralph Samuelson statue at Ohuta Beach Park on July 2nd.

Destination Lake City members spoke at the event, as did members of the Samuelson family, and representatives from the Water Ski and Wake Sports Foundation and the Swedish Institute.

Donations are still being raised for this life-sized bronze. Contact John Hutchinson here to contribute.



Visit Lake City at CHS Field! 

The Saint Paul Saints are celebrating 100 years of Water Skiing with Lake City at their July 31st 2:00pm home game against the Iowa Cubs... and we rented a bus to bring the Lake City fam!

Learn more and reserve your spot here!

Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities

Save the date for the 2022 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) conference in Red Wing Minnesota. Strengthen regional networks as you connect with fellow entrepreneurs, business and community leaders, and economic development professionals.

Get more connected, more inspired, and more committed to make today’s entrepreneurs a part of your community’s future. Learn more here.

Float-a-Palooza Just Got Better 

Lake Pepin's biggest beach party returns home to Ohuta Beach on Saturday August 13th, 2022 from 12-4pm!

This year we share the date with the Y-Knot Tri for a full day of fun in the sun. There will be entertainment, games, prizes, food trucks and more at the newly renovated park. Bring your lilli-pad or favorite inflatable and float to your heart's content! Visit the event page here.

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We Want to Partner with You!

Business After Hours are back! Join us at Russell Cellular on July 28th, and let us know if you are interested in hosting or sponsoring one of these popular gatherings in future months! Email us here for more information.  

From the 150th Committee...

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The LC 150 and The Lake City Sportsman's Club bring history, music, and fun to Lake City on July 23rd with the Camp Lakeview Encampment from 9am-5pm at the historic former site of the MN National Guard Camp (1881-1931). See historic reenactments, tents, and displays. Experience Civil War artillery demonstrations at 10, 12, 2, and 4. 

This event will be followed by a concert with popular bluegrass act, Pale Ales at the Sportsman's Club at 7pm.

Follow the 150th Committee on Facebook here.

Welcoming New Members

Cute Chic Boutique

Chamber staff and ambassadors gathered at Cute Chic Boutique to welcome this new business to downtown Lake City with a ribbon cutting.

Located at 100 S. Lakeshore Dr, on the corner of Highways 61 and 63, Cute Chic Boutique is a female owned boutique specializing in gifts and customization. From tumblers to signs to games to decor, it's all made with love right here in Lake City. Open Saturdays 10-5, Sundays 11-3, and during the week by request.

Only 1 Month Until the Y-Knot Tri!

Register Here

A Water Ski Days Sized Thank You!

Lake City Chamber of Commerce

100 E Lyon Ave

Lake City, MN 55041

Hours: 9am - 5pm Monday through Friday

(651) 345-4123

chamberevents@lakecity.org

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