D.E.A.R. Hunting Day
Divas & Dudes Enjoying Awesome Retail
November 5 | 9AM-4PM
Set your sites on Waconia November 5. Wear ORANGE and hunt for deals during this fun shopping and dining event. Look for D-E-A-R in the shop windows to complete the scavenger hunt and enter to win a "Basket of Waconia"!
2022 Participating Businesses
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*Waconia Toy Drive drop sites starting November 1.
**Waconia Toy Drive drop site starting November 11.
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Lafi Arts
Rachel Bonkoungou
952-201-8373
Dance Studio
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D.R. Horton
Amy Battis
612-387-2259
Real Estate Development
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Studio Maretta
Lauren Tideman
518-542-0988
Yoga Studio
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A Message from the President |
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Gift your time and talents this holiday season
by Christine Fenner
President, Waconia Chamber of Commerce
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Celebrating National Manufacturing Month |
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Waconia High School Students, Chamber Members Tour Waconia Manufacturing Facilities |
October is Minnesota Manufacturing Month. Manufacturing month is an opportunity to learn about the innovative and high-tech world of modern manufacturing, and to inspire career paths and advancement in this key sector of our economy.
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Chamber members also had the opportunity to tour Sackett-Waconia and Cabinetworks Group at the October 27 Luncheon. |
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Ambassador Visits & Ribbon Cuttings |
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Primary contact: Lena Simelgor
113 W Main Street, Waconia
(952) 297-1798
Shop Chicks moved to a new location on Main Street in Waconia in May. Co-managers Patti and Tammy say the staff tries on all the new arrivals so they can better advise shoppers with sizing and fit. Follow along each Tuesday at 1PM on Facebook to see what's new in the store that week!
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Trending Upward Thrift Shoppe |
Primary contact: Brianna Roth
141 W 1st Street Suite 300, Waconia
(952) 261-2343
Trending Upward Thrift Shoppe moved from Highway 5 to their new downtown location on October 27! The store has extended shopping hours in the new location, open Monday through Saturday. Check the website for donation hours and donation items accepted.
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Primary contact: Reed Anderson
(952) 334-5387
Minneglass specializes in auto glass repair that comes to you. Reed prides himself on customer service and strives to make your glass repairs as quickly as possible to get you back on the road.
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Member News and Happenings |
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Lake Waconia Regional Park Waterfront Service Center Groundbreaking
The Carver County Board of Commissioners held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the start of the construction of the Lake Waconia Regional Park Waterfront Service Center project on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022.
Located at Lake Waconia Regional Park, this new waterfront service center building will provide event and classroom space, modern restrooms, and rental concessions, as well as enhanced lakeshore access to service the beach and picnic areas, trails, and other site amenities as well as making a stronger connection for users to Coney Island of the West.
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J. Carver Distillery Announces First Release of J. Carver 7 Year Bourbon
J. Carver Distillery, the grain-to-glass Minnesota microdistillery located in Waconia, Minnesota is pleased to announce the first release of J. Carver 7 Year Bourbon. This fine whiskey offers the unique flavors of Minnesota grains with the complexity of a carefully crafted, well-aged whiskey.
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St. Joseph Youth Winter Outwear Drive
Donate through November 28
Providing winter wear to youth in need! Please donate gently used winter outerwear in Youth Toddler Size to Adult XL. Accepted items: Boots, Hats, Gloves/Mittens, Snowpants, Coats, Scarves/Neck Warmers. Drop off donations at these locations: Bayview Elementary, Waconia City Hall, Clearwater Middle School, ECFE #110, Laketown Elementary, Safari Island, Snap Fitness, Southpoint Financial Credit Union, Southview Elementary, St. Joseph Catholic Church & School, Waconia 1 Collision, Waconia High School.
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Concert in the Barn: Martin Zellar
November 12 | 7-9PM
November 13 | 6:30-8:30PM
We are thrilled to have Martin Zellar back at the Barn for two acoustic performances. Tickets are $40 or Club member tickets are $36. Tickets are limited to 90 guests so don't wait. Purchase tickets online today.
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Shape It Up Fitness Women & Strength Series
November 14-December 12
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
6:30AM-7:00AM
Four weeks, 12 classes, 30 minutes of strength training for women. Class size limited to 14 spots. $249 *No class on November 25. Email Megan to sign up.
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Auburn Homes 11th Annual Festival of Trees Gala
November 17, 2022
RSVP by November 4
Celebrate the upcoming holiday season with an elegant evening at our Festival of Trees venue, Bavaria Downs. Start the holiday season with dinner and dancing among the beautiful designer Christmas trees. There will be new, exciting live and silent auction items. The online silent auction will begin a week prior to the event. All proceeds will directly impact the lives of the residents and staff at Auburn Homes & Services.
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Volunteers Needed - Ridgeview Foundation 12th Annual Under the Harvest Moon Gala
November 19, 2022
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3rd Annual Experience the Trades
Wednesday, December 7
7-8:15AM
Waconia High School
Students, grades 9-12, are invited to meet local industry partners to learn about the features and benefits of the trade industry.
Students will:
- Meet WHS alumni and local employers
- Learn about future course options, work experience, summer jobs, and paid internship opportunities
- Ask questions about registration and scheduling
Connecting opportunities in Manufacturing, Automotive, Construction, and Engineering. Email Christine at cfenner@destinationwaconia.org by November 18 for additional details and to participate.
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Shop Chicks Hiring
Shop Chicks is hiring a sales person that's available Thursday-Sunday from 10AM-5PM. Work 2-6 shifts per month. If interested, send a message to shopchicksco@gmail.com. |
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First Street RETAIL Space for Rent
Great space for a boutique or small shop. Approximately 600 square feet. This space is walking distance from the theatre, restaurants, and other shops. Contact Dan Schnerk at Reimagine Real Estate at 952-856-0501.
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Tree Lighting in the Park
Friday, November 26
6:00PM-6:30PM
City Square Park, Waconia
Sip hot cocoa by the warm fire while caroling with holiday characters. Santa will arrive just in time to light up City Square Park at 6:30PM. Bring a new, unopened toy for the Waconia Toy Drive. Big thanks to the Women of Waconia for supplying and serving the hot cocoa and organizing the toy drive.
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Homespun Holiday | Small Business Saturday
Saturday, November 27
Small Business Saturday Shopping
All day | All over town
City of Waconia Candy Can Hunt
10:30AM | City Square Park
Santa at the Fire Station
11:00AM-2:00PM
Take your own photos. Bring canned or dry food items for the Waconia Food Shelf.
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Save the Date: Jingle & Mingle Holiday Social
Monday, December 12
5-8:00PM
J. Carver Distillery
The Waconia Chamber Holiday Social will be on December 12 at J. Carver Distillery. Register by November 30. Registration includes a J. Carver signature cocktail, hors d'oeuvres, and comedy trivia with John Cosgrove.
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November Chamber Luncheon
Thursday, November 17
11:30AM-1:00PM
Crown College
Introduction: Dr. Andrew Denton, Crown College President
Speaker: Joel K. Johnson, Vice President of College Relations, Crown College
Topic: Leadership and Followership
Deadline to register: Monday, November 14
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Chamber Calendar - November 2022 |
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NOVEMBER 5 D.E.A.R. Day, 9AM-4PM @all around Waconia
NOVEMBER 9 Board Meeting, 11:30AM-1:00PM @Waconia Brewing Company
NOVEMBER 10 Retail Meeting, 8-9:00AM @City Hall
NOVEMBER 17 Ambassadors, 8:45AM @City Hall
NOVEMBER 17 Chamber Luncheon, 11:30AM-1:00PM @Crown College
NOVEMBER 26 Tree Lighting, 6-6:30PM @City Square Park
NOVEMBER 27 Homespun Holiday, All Day, @all around Waconia
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Friday Facts is a publication of the Waconia Chamber of Commerce
952-442-5812
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