Come join Boden Senior Living of Maplewood for their first Networking event! We will have a breakfast bar and coffee to enjoy!
Look forward to seeing everyone there! more info...
Optimize Your Business Summit: Fall 2024 Wednesday, October 23 ~ 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm ~
The Chambers of the Washington County Chamber Coalition are pleased to offer this world cafe style of facilitated conversation around topics that are relevant to your business.
Digging deeper into these 5 areas will help you optimize how you do business. Marketing and the Use of Artificial Intelligence
Building Your Client Base
Working with Generational Differences
Human Resources - Hot Topics
Hiring Great Help and Employee Retention
This summit presents you with the opportunity to network with other businesses, both large and small, from around Washington County.
Don't Miss this Opportunity! Arrive early in Stillwater and enjoy one of the many wonderful restaurants around town!
All summit attendees are invited to stay for Peer Networking as we enjoy the river view immediately after (4 pm) - Complimentary appetizers sponsored by Washington County Community Services Department, Workforce & Veteran Services Division + cash bar
Women in Business
Thursday, October 24, 2024
11:30am to 1:00pm
Washington Square Bar & Grill
4736 Washington Square, White Bear Lake
Join us for our monthly Women in Business luncheon! We're back at our home at Washington Square Bar & Grill after our September event at Pine Tree Apple OIrchard. Our guest speaker will be Ellen Jacobson, DDS, from Lakeshore Family Dentistry.
Attending “Women in Business" offers networking, professional development, inspiration, support, and visibility - all of which can contribute to personal and professional growth. Bring your business cards and promotional materials and be prepared to introduce yourself and your business to the group!
You’re invited to this year’s Great Lakes 3CS Event – October 25-26
You won’t want to miss this great regional cybersecurity symposia!
We're excited to be hosted by Metro State University and Century College, in St. Paul, MN, for an unparalleled opportunity to elevate your cybersecurity skills! Each Cybersecurity Capabilities and Career Symposia (3CS) includes a symposium in each of the 5 areas below: Community College Cyber Summit, Cyber Science and Practice Symposium, Cyber Capability Maturity Symposium, Cyber Technology and Careers Symposium, and Cyber Games, Simulations, and Competitions Symposium.
For more information about the event and how to register, please [nationalcyberwatchcenter.wildapricot.org/event-5786726]click here.
Become a 3CS Sponsor!
Get your company and brand in front of your target audience or potential employees! Contact Denise Harris if you are interested in any sponsorship item or a Job Fair Booth at: dharris@nationalcyberwatch.org. There are also discounts for becoming a Diamond, Platinum, Gold, or Silver-level Sponsor!
Website Banners & Marquees
ROS Banner
Branded Blog
Physical Banner
Collateral Materials
Food & Beverage
Reception
Beverage Service
Refreshment Break
Display Ads
Full-page, Inside Front Cover
Full-page, Back Cover
Full-page, Section Divider
Half-page, Section Divider
Symposia Booth and Sessions
Technology Showcase Booth
3CS Demonstration Session
Job Fair Booth
Social Media Post
Shirt Sponsor
Registration Bag
Lanyard
Sponsor Presentation Track
Career Expo (both a Job Fair where the employers have a booth, and Talent Fair where the potential employees have a booth)
Matched Individual Capability Profiles
Shared Interview Space
Private Interview Space
Who should attend?
Educators from K12 schools, Community Colleges, 4-year schools
Students looking to jump start their tech careers
Managers of workforce development programs
Employers and Hiring Managers who need to recruit, hire, develop, and retain a skilled cybersecurity workforce
Organizers of community economic development initiatives
Developers of innovative products and services that enable developing a skilled workforce
Policymakers from local, state, federal, and international government agencies
Networking with Affinity Groups
Institutions Having or Seeking the NSA CAE Designation
Student Clubs and Chapters
Established or Planned Cyber Clinics
Competency-Based Course Design and Instruction
Games and Competitions
There will also be a 2-year College Cyber Defense Competition (2CDC) that is appropriate for those new to cyber as well as those who have begun to develop cyber proficiency. The 2CDC competition can be a starting point for students who are interested in competitions and prepare students to compete in highly competitive events like CCDC or NCL. Students from all levels of education, from K-12 through to graduate school, who want to develop their competitive edge are welcome to participate in teams of one to five members. Students enrolled in associate degree programs are eligible to qualify for an expense-paid trip to the 2CDC National Championship in Tampa, Florida.
Will you be the next Certifiable Champion?
Among the many exciting new tools for developing and demonstrating cybersecurity maturity at the symposia will be the CyberWatch Center’s Certifiable™ game that tests your readiness to pass certification exams. Game winners demonstrate they are equal to the nation's foremost Red and Blue Team members who have previously shown they have the extreme readiness necessary to win. A past Certifiable winner led Northampton Community College to become the first 2CDC National Champion.
Exciting Workshops
In a series of symposia workshops, you will have the opportunity to lend your expertise to creating solutions for raising the capability maturity of the future cybersecurity workforce. This will include participating as focus group experts in:
Dialogues about critical issues facing cyber workforce development to be transcribed and published in a future issue of the Cybersecurity Skills Journal
Evaluating findings from studies of Evidence-Based Cybersecurity Practices conducted by cybersecurity educators and practitioners
Offering feedback on demonstrations of cybersecurity technology, techniques, and tools
Optionally participate in professional development Cybersecurity Skills Development Workshops conducted by 3CS sponsors and partners to upskill the IT and cyber workforce
Travel Stipends Available!
Travel stipends are awarded first-come-first-served based on the date of your registration and in order of priority: your involvement in 3CS as a symposium program committee chair/vice-chair or member; session proposal reviewer; CyberWatch or National Cybersecurity Student Association (NCSA) chapter member; or a CyberWatch or NCSA premium member.
White Bear Center for the Arts
Join WBCA in celebrating fall with an afternoon full of art on October 26 from 1:00-3:00 PM.â Be a part of a pumpkin carving contest and costume parade, and get a chance to experiment with multiple art mediums through demos and make-and-take art projects.â Plus, enjoy 10% off class registrations in person that day. more info...
Morning Networking, with Special Guest from the US Army Recruiting Station
Tuesday, November 5th
7:30am - 9:00am
Washington Square Bar & Grill
4736 Washington Square, White Bear Lake
Join us for our monthly Morning Networking event! This month, our special guest presenter will be from the US Army Recruiting Station to discuss Army recruiting, but to also discuss how they are available to help with community events in exchange for some promo space. Have you ever wished that you could execute your event without carrying in all of the supplies on your own? THIS might be the EXACT right presentation for you!
Attending the event is free, but you will cover the cost of the meal you order off the menu.
A personal note from our Chamber Director, Kari Moore: As the proud spouse to a retired US Army Soldier, mother to a National Guardsman, and sister-in-law to another retired US Army Soldier, it is so important to me to connect our community to the greater military message and mission. And the service that I found in our local Recruiting office that can help us all with event execution while simultaneously helping their recruiting mission was something that I knew you'd appreciate. As we prepare for Veterans Day, I hope you'll join us at this month's event to hear from our guest!
Techie Dudes is proud to honor our veterans this Veterans Day by offering free computer services at our offices. Veterans can also schedule an onsite appointment for free computer service on Veterans Day. The appointment does not need to take place on Veterans Day to qualify. Please bring your computers to Techie Dudes for free repairs and service. Note that the cost of parts is not included in this offer. more info...
Lunchtime Networking
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
3069 White Bear Ave, Maplewood
Thursday, November 14th
11:30am to 1:00pm
Join us for a lunchtime networking event! Come meet someone new, learn something new, or try something new! Bring your business cards and any promotional materials to pass around to the attendees! Be prepared to stand up and introduce yourself and your company or organization to the group!
Attending the event is free, but you will cover the cost of the meal you order off the menu.
White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce Legislative Reception
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 | 4:30pm to 7:00pm
Tria Restaurant | 5959 Centerville Rd, North Oaks, MN
Join us for one of the most important events of the year! We are inviting all of our local representatives to attend so we can learn more about their hopes for the upcoming session and ask them questions.
The classic story you know and love comes to Lakeshore for the first time in over 60 years! The arrival of several spirits on Christmas Eve offers the old miser, Ebenezer Scrooge, a chance at redemption. Will he be able to learn to keep Christmas in his heart? Gather your family and friends to celebrate the season as this holiday favorite comes to life in our own unique adaptation.
Join the White Bear Area Food Shelf as a sponsor for Give A Gobble 2024, an annual event that provides local families with Thanksgiving meals. We’d love for you to be part of this meaningful tradition, helping to make a significant impact on the lives of those who need it most.
This year, we’ve seen remarkable growth and increased demand in our community. Visitor numbers are up 52%, and our new Community Market now serves over 160 neighbors each day, offering not just food but also critical services like rental assistance and mental health support. With rising costs due to inflation, we’re preparing to serve 800 families this Thanksgiving through Give A Gobble.
To help meet this need, a generous donor has pledged a 1-to-1 matching gift that will double any first-time or increased donations up to $30,000! This means your support will go even further in making a difference this holiday season.
Would you consider becoming a new sponsor for Give A Gobble 2024? Whether it’s $500, $1,000, or $5,000, every contribution helps bring holiday cheer to families in our community.
I’ve attached details about sponsorship opportunities and registration. If you’re able to commit by Friday, November 8, we’ll include your company in our White Bear Press ad. Please feel free to reach out to me at (651) 407-5372 or perry@whitebearfoodshelf.org if you have any questions or would like to discuss further.
Join the White Bear Area Food Shelf as a sponsor for Give A Gobble 2024, an annual event that provides local families with Thanksgiving meals. We’d love for you to be part of this meaningful tradition, helping to make a significant impact on the lives of those who need it most.
This year, we’ve seen remarkable growth and increased demand in our community. Visitor numbers are up 52%, and our new Community Market now serves over 160 neighbors each day, offering not just food but also critical services like rental assistance and mental health support. With rising costs due to inflation, we’re preparing to serve 800 families this Thanksgiving through Give A Gobble.
To help meet this need, a generous donor has pledged a 1-to-1 matching gift that will double any first-time or increased donations up to $30,000! This means your support will go even further in making a difference this holiday season.
Would you consider becoming a new sponsor for Give A Gobble 2024? Whether it’s $500, $1,000, or $5,000, every contribution helps bring holiday cheer to families in our community.
I’ve attached details about sponsorship opportunities and registration. If you’re able to commit by Friday, November 8, we’ll include your company in our White Bear Press ad. Please feel free to reach out to me at (651) 407-5372 or perry@whitebearfoodshelf.org if you have any questions or would like to discuss further.
2024 WBACC Gala: The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year
Thursday, December 5, 2024
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Dellwood Country Club
29 East Highway 96, Dellwood, MN
Join the WBACC for our annual gala! This fundraiser supports our mission, programs, and events throughout the year! Join for the entertainment of the Murder Mystery, to shop in the silent auction (in time for holiday shopping!), to enjoy dinner, or to fill up on dessert!
The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year
A Murderously Festive Holiday Comedy
Silver bells are ringing at this seasonal stand-up performance, but the jolly jokester gets upstaged by an event far worse than bad holiday comedy: a murder! With humbug hovering over the holiday, it is up to the unamused audience to unravel the mystery of whodunnit like last year’s tacky knitted holiday sweater. While murder is making the night not-so-merry-and-bright, you must gather information, bribe your guests for clues, and solve the crime before this comedy act becomes a tragedy!
Tickets and more information will be available soon!
Join us for a festive day at our Craft and Gift Show on December 7, 2024, at the Maplewood YMCA Community Center (Gymnasium) in Maplewood, MN. From 10 AM to 4 PM, explore a winter wonderland of creativity and craftsmanship. Our show features a wonderful selection of handcrafted items from local artisans, making it the perfect spot to find unique holiday gifts or to treat yourself. Experience the warmth of community and the joy of artisanal shopping at this special event!
Step into the holiday spirit with the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society! At our 2nd Annual Festival of Trees, you’ll be able to stroll through a plethora of decorated trees all done by local businesses and nonprofits.
Check out who has the best tree this year and even participate in a raffle to add a little extra holiday cheer to your gift exchanges! This is free for community members to attend.
Step into the holiday spirit with the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society! At our 2nd Annual Festival of Trees, you’ll be able to stroll through a plethora of decorated trees all done by local businesses and nonprofits.
During Winterfest, come warm up at the WBL Armory and see who in the area has the best tree decorating skills at the Festival of Trees! We’ll be offering cocoa, fun holiday treats and activities, and even a possible sighting of Santa himself.
This is a free event for all to attend! more info...
If you’re looking for an opportunity to get involved and make a difference in the lives of students, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Approximately 200 volunteers are needed to support the White Bear Lake Area High School Test Drive…Next Stop Reality® event on Dec. 12, 2024.
Test Drive is a hands-on experience in which students get to test drive their future and see if they have what it takes to make it on their own as a 25-year-old. The simulation begins with classroom pre-work, where students select a career and then research the education needed and salary that would come from that career. With an expected salary in hand, students come to the reality fair and make important decisions at 22 different stations in categories such as housing, utilities, transportation, childcare, insurance, and food. They visit each station to talk to volunteers who share information with them about the topic and guide them through the different options based on their lifestyle and budget. To further the simulation of real life, students will also be given random family assignments.
In order for this event to be successful, we need approximately 200 volunteers to provide guidance and direction at each of these stations. Volunteers will have the ability to choose which station to be at as well as choose half or full-day shifts. No experience is required. Approximately 650 students in the junior class will be participating in this event. We hope you will consider volunteering – we couldn’t host this event without the support of our community!
Step into the holiday spirit with the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society! At our 2nd Annual Festival of Trees, you’ll be able to stroll through a plethora of decorated trees all done by local businesses and nonprofits.
During Winterfest, come warm up at the WBL Armory and see who in the area has the best tree decorating skills at the Festival of Trees! We’ll be offering cocoa, fun holiday treats and activities, and even a possible sighting of Santa himself.
This is a free event for all to attend! more info...
Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as our sensational big band ensemble delivers electrifying renditions of all your favorite Christmas classics. Featuring surprise guest appearances and captivating solo performances, this fabulous evening of music will leave you feeling warm and festive!
Join classical crossover duo The OK Factor as they celebrate the holidays with traditional carols, seasonal songs, and original versions of holiday favorites. Enjoy the sounds of the season in unique violin and cello arrangements while you spend an evening immersed in the spirit of the holidays with your friends and loved ones.
Award winning pianist Don Irwin spreads seasonal cheer with the help of Lakeshore’s resident Steinway piano. Irwin has traveled all over the globe to share his music, but there’s no place like home for the holidays.
Divas Gone Country celebrates the sights and sounds of America's Heartland featuring music by some of the "Queens of Country" including Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette, Shania Twain, Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood, Gretchen Wilson and Taylor Swift. This fast-paced, interactive show is also a little bit "Rock and Roll," including an eclectic mix of some of your favorite rock hits. So, whether you are a die-hard country fan or simply a fan of great music, come on down and experience the nitty-gritty of Divas Gone Country.
Romance novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. Annie forces Paul to write her a new novel, and he realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go. Annie has Paul writing as if his life depends on it…and it does. Join us for this chilly thriller, based on Stephen King’s 1987 hit book!
