Click on an event to learn more or scroll down to view all
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Manufacturing Hiring Event - Anoka County Job Training Center
Thursday, October 12, 2023
What: Quad Area Chamber of Commerce Monthly Board Meeting When: 2nd Thursday of Every Month, 12pm - 1pm
Where: Online Zoom Meeting (If you are interested in attending the online meeting contact Kellie Schmidt at Quad.Chamber.Director@gmail.com for the meeting link).
Friday, October 13, 2023
Join us in welcoming HOTWORX to the Lino Lakes Community!Who: Community Members
What: HOTWORX Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
When: Friday, October 13th, 2023 8am - 7pm (Ribbon Cutting at 4pm)
Where: HOTWORX Lino Lakes (7107 Otter Lake Road)
Details: HOTWORX will be hosting a Grand Opening throughout the day on Friday, October 13th to welcome visitors, and future HOTWORX members, to their facility. Light snacks and beverages will be served. The first 50 people that sign-up for HOTWORX will receive a gift bag. Ribbon Cutting will take place at 4pm followed by continued celebration. We look forward to seeing you at the Grand Opening to support this business.
Friday, October 13, 2023
Bobbing for Pumpkins
Go pumpkin picking at the Rookery! Wade in the splash pool, or swim some laps and pick your pumpkin. There will also be a pumpkin carving station, a bounce house, and carnival games.
This is a fun family event, and perfect for children of all ages. Be sure to pre-register to guarantee your spot and a pumpkin. After registration closes, pumpkins will be available on a first come, first serve basis.
Click here to register (there is a registration fee for the event)
Registration Deadline October 10th
Members - $10
Non-Members $13
Registration After Deadline
Members - $15
Non- Members - $18
Saturday, October 14, 2023
Plan to come out Saturday morning October 14th and have breakfast with us! We will be serving an All You Can Eat Buffet that includes ~ scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, bacon, sausage, French toast, coffee, orange juice & milk. Cost is $10 with kids 5 & under free. We will have I Support Lexington Fire T-Shirts for sale for $20 and our 2024 Fire Department Calendar available for $15 Proceeds benefit the Lexington Fire Department.The Circle Pines/Lexington Lions will also be there serving their famous BOOYA! You can purchase it by the quart.
We look forward to seeing you there!!
-Lexington Fire
Saturday, October 14, 2023
Coming up this fall is the Legion SAL Booya. Starting on Saturday at 12pm until it is gone.
The options for purchase are
$5 for a bowl
$10 for a quart
$19 for a half gallon
$38 for a gallon
You can also stop into the bar for a Bloody or a drink while you are waiting.
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Anoka County Job Training Center is hosting a hiring event!
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Join us for our October Lunch & Learn.When: Wednesday, October 18th, 2023, 11:30am - 1pm
Where:
Topic: Shattering the Mental Health Ceiling: Unleashing Empathy and Personal Awareness for a Thriving Community.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn why mental health matters to the chamber and its members
- Discover how we collectively and individually impact this growing threat to our community
- Explore some actual tools we can apply to this issue
Caleb is passionate about raising awareness for veteran mental health issues. In 2021, he made a significant impact with his participation in '100 to Many,' an event where he ran and walked 100 miles straight in 36 hours, bringing attention to the tragic reality of the 100 Minnesota veterans who take their own lives each year.
Caleb calls Ham Lake home with his wife and best friend, Hannah. Along with their two young children, they stay active as community members, coaching youth sports, helping out at Lino Lakes Elementary School, and enjoying hiking adventures together.
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
The Objective of this course is to educate participants about the various types of pain, common conditions associated with pain, interventions to help manage and reduce pain, as well as challenges to pain management specific to the long term care setting. Gentiva Health Services is an approved provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Georgia Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This course is approved for 1.0 contact hours.
Saturday, October 21, 2023
**Open to Lino Lakes Residents and Small Businesses Only
Wednesday, October 25, 2023 - Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Join us for the Scarecrow Crawl!The Rookery is hosting its first ever Scarecrow Crawl event beginning Wednesday, October 25th. Businesses, organizations, groups, families, and individuals are invited to create a scarecrow and place it in front of the Rookery. The Scarecrow Crawl viewing begins on Wednesday, October 25th at 4:30pm and continues through Wednesday, November 1st. Rookery Members, and visitors, will vote on their favorite scarecrow.
Registration is FREE. Click here to register
Notes
- Registered scarecrows can be assembled or dropped off on Wednesday, October 25 prior to 4:00pm. A metal post is provided. If you have any questions or would like to pick up a T-frame post (free of charge), please email Angie Thorson at athorson@linolakes.us.
- The Rookery staff will provide a sign including the name of the company or group who created each scarecrow.
- This event is FREE and open to the public. Local businesses and organizations welcome!
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Join us for Nosh & Networking!October Location: Two Silo's Winery
The is informal and held from 4pm - 7pm. Come when you can, leave when you must.
Friday, October 27, 2023
Join us in your favorite costume for a night of fun! We will have a variety of themed carnival games and crafts! Refreshments will be provided, and you can even take a photo with our special photo backdrop.Note: Parents/guardians are encouraged to dress in their favorite costume as well. Please make sure all costumes are family appropriate, no costumes with weapons. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Children ages 8 years and younger are welcome.
$10/child +tax (Ages 8 and under), adults free
Registration is required. To register click here
**This event is coordinated by Anoka County
Saturday, October 28, 2023
6th Annual Halloween HustleThis 5K run will start at Centerville Elementary, run out the trail and back. Bring the entire family; pets are welcome (no pets in the school). Dress up in costume if you'd like, and join us for a fun-filled morning. There will be a kid turnaround station about half mile up, so all ages can join.
We'll have some fun kids activities in the school after the run until 10:30am. Alumni activities and events will take place after the run, so watch for updates on the Centennial Alumni Association Facebook page.
Centerville Parks and Recreation is hosting a Trunk or Treat and Touch event in the Centerville Elementary parking lot, 9:30am - 12pm. Enjoy treats and get up and close with service vehicles.
Participants registered by October 12 will receive a long sleeve t-shirt. No guarantee thereafter. Indicate t-shirt size when registering.
Schedule of Events
Check in starts 8:45am
Run begins 9am
Prizes announced 10:15am
Registration Fee
$22 - individual
$60 - family of 3
$76 - family of 4
$90 - family of 5
Saturday, October 28, 2023
The Halloween Hustle 5K is a fun family event co-hosted by Community Education and the Centennial Alumni Association. It's a great chance to wear your best costumes and enjoy a morning stroll or jog around Centerville Elementary. There will also be alumni activities and a Trunk or Treat and Touch big truck event after the run. Proceeds will benefit the Centennial School District and the Centennial Alumni Scholarship Fund. The Halloween Hustle is held Saturday, October 28 at Centerville Elementary.
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline Health Care Services Industry Forum
Join us Oct. 31, from 1 to 2 p.m., for our virtual Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline Health Care Services Industry forum.
The forum will feature information and updates about the Pipeline program, opportunities to share about the most recent workforce needs in the industry, time to provide input on new Pipeline occupations and the chance to connect with industry leaders from around the state.
Register to attend and share the details with your contacts who may be interested in attending the Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline Health Care Services Industry Forum.
If you have any questions or need assistance email us at pipeline.program@state.mn.
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
All are welcome to join us October 31st anytime between 6-8pm for a fun, safe trick-or-treating experience at Living Faith Church! You can expect decorated cars, amazing costumes, and hot chocolate to keep warm.