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THIS Saturday, October 1st
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Downtown Shakopee
Introducing the Shakopee Chamber & Visitors Bureau’s NEW autumn event!
The Shak-O-Lantern Festival will feature "trunk or treating" for the kids, a vendor market, food trucks, and other spooktacular activities.
Click here for the full list of fun!
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Candidate Forum
Thursday, September 29th
River Valley Church - Shakopee
The Shakopee Chamber of Commerce is hosting an in-person candidate forum at River Valley Church in Shakopee.
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Forum Schedule
3:00 PM – Scott County Attorney
3:45 PM – Scott County Commissioner District 3
4:30 PM – Minnesota Senate District 54
5:30 PM – Minnesota House District 54A
6:30 PM – Minnesota House District 54B
7:30 PM – Shakopee Mayor
8:30 PM – Shakopee City Council
9:30 PM – Shakopee School Board
A video of the forum will be available shortly after the event by going to Shakopee.org/resources/elections.
For guests attending in person: No campaign t-shirts, buttons, or any signage will be allowed inside the venue. Guests will be asked to watch silently, hold their applause, and silence cell phones. If any guest does not follow these rules, that person may be asked to leave by organizers.
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2nd Congressional District Candidate Forum
Thursday, October 13th
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Dakota Technical College, Rosemount
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Click here for additional information about the forum and to register. There is no fee to attend.
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In 2022, all 435 House seats and 35 of the 100 Senate seats are on the ballot. Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District race is one of the top races in America with a record amount of spending. This race is a rematch from 2020 and will be watched from all parts of the country. Join us for an informative conversation with the 2nd Congressional District candidates, US Rep. Angie Craig (D) and Tyler Kistner (R). | |
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Burnsville and South Metro Workforce Community Conversation
Wednesday, October 5th
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Burnhaven Public Library, Burnsville
Register
Join Pipeline staff for a community conversation to share workforce challenges and successes affecting your business and your community. Connect with other business leaders and learn about Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline and how it can help your company meet its workforce needs. Get more information.
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SBA Cyber Summit: Free Virtual Summit For Small Businesses
Wednesday, October 26th
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The SBA Cyber Summit will feature experts from the public sector, major technology platforms, business coaches, and small business owners themselves to share the best approaches to protect your business from cyber-attacks. The Summit will be comprised of 10 segments that showcase practical tips, problem-solving strategies, case studies, industry trends, threat avoidance, and employee skills training. Register.
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Student Career & Business Connections Expo 2022
Friday, November 4th
Shakopee High School - Field House
The Student Career & Business Connections Expo is aimed at high school students exploring careers, as well as members of the general public who are seeking employment or looking for new job opportunities.
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Student Career Expo 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (open to high school students only)
Business Connections Expo 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM (open to the public)
This is the perfect opportunity to promote internship and employment opportunities at your business. There are three ways to get involved:
1) Exhibit at ONLY the AM Student Career Expo (free)
2) Exhibit at ONLY the PM Business Connections Expo ($200)
3) Exhibit at BOTH the AM and PM Expos ($200)
Click here to register.
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September Highlights
Check out Dakota-Scott Workforce Development Board's September highlights, including info about a National Disability Employment Awareness Month event next month.
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Organics Recycling At Your Business
The Twin Cities metro area has a goal of reaching a 75% or higher recycling rate by 2030. To reach that goal, every possible recyclable material must be diverted from landfills and incinerators, including organic waste, which currently makes up about 30% of our waste stream. With trash services taxed at 17%-70% across the metro, reducing your trash service by increasing organics recycling may save you money while attracting a growing sector of eco-conscious customers. Email Waste Wise or call them at 651-292-3915 to begin an organics recycling program at your business. There is grant funding available to help.
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In Case You Missed It
The MN Chamber's Manufacturers' Summit will take place on October 13th. Join leading manufacturers and business leaders to dig into issues and opportunities facing this key sector of our economy.
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Attend the MN Chamber's Economic Summit on November 17th to learn how decisions at the Capitol impact the state's business climate and what steps Minnesota can take to attract, retain, and grow businesses in our state. | |
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Welcome, New Members!
The Shakopee Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce our newest members. Help welcome them by sending an email, stopping by their business to introduce yourself, or striking up a conversation at one of our events. We strive to connect our members to one another and to the community. Click on the logos below to learn more about our new members.
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Renewing Chamber Members
Thank you to the following businesses for your ongoing support of the Shakopee Chamber of Commerce. With your partnership, we can continue our mission of growing Shakopee's business community through advocacy, membership programming, and economic development.
AmericInn By Wyndham Shakopee
Bluff Creek Boutique
Brekke, Clyborne & Ribich, L.L.C.
Canterbury Park
Culver's of Shakopee
CurbSide Landscape & Irrigation
Kennedy Transmission
McNearney-Schmidt Funeral and Cremation
Memorial Blood Centers
MicroSource LLC
My Appliance Source
QDOBA Mexican Eats
Ramble On Records
Shakopee Public Utilities
Southwest News Media
Turtle's Bar & Grill
Valley Sports
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Zombie Rampage
September 29th - October 31st
Canterbury Park
This one-of-a-kind experience includes a ride on a 14 feet tall monster bus through a course with live-action zombie actors as targets! Adrenaline and thrill seekers alike can put their skills to the test and see how well they can fight off the walking dead. Each ride lasts approximately 20 minutes and includes 100 paintballs. More information.
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Canterbury Oktoberfest
October 14th – 16th
Canterbury Park Event Center
Featuring brews, good eats, live music, and games! Get ready to Polka the evening away in your best German attire on Friday and Saturday and bring the whole Family out for even more German Festival fun on Sunday. Explore everything the “Wiesn” has to offer, with specialty vendors, games and contests, and authentic traditions for a unique experience at Canterbury Park. More information.
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In times of certainty and times of confusion, leadership is one of the most critical factors in determining an organization's success. Leaders are developed through purposeful training and immediate application of that training content in their organization. Leadership Academy is about going deeper into leadership development. It is a customized program built on investing in leaders with a curriculum rooted in application and results. All sessions are facilitated by Scott Morrell with Rebar Leadership. Registration is now open for the 2023 program. | |
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Monthly Luncheon
Valleyfair
Thursday, October 6th
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Tricks and Treats, Valleyfair's all-new, over-the-top, larger-than-life, gotta-be-there Halloween event packed with fun and family-friendly eeriness.
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Ribbon Cutting
Shakopee Florist
Wednesday, October 12th
Shakopee Florist recently opened a gorgeous new space in the heart of Downtown Shakopee. Stop in to see the beauty of the new store and meet the owner.
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Monthly Luncheon
Shakopee High School
Thursday, November 3rd
Enjoy a delicious lunch that will be prepared and served by the Shakopee High School Culinary Arts Students.
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Holiday Breakfast To Honor Our Non-Profits
Hosanna Church
Thursday, December 1st
Join us for a holiday breakfast to honor our non-profit members and the amazing work they do for our community. The Shakopee Foundation will contribute a percentage of the proceeds from this event to our non-profit Chamber Members.
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Membership Referral Program
Refer a member to the Shakopee Chamber and receive a $75 credit towards your annual membership renewal. No limit! Email Annette Belding for details.
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