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Monday, June 30, 2025Stillwater Area Community Foundation Now Accepting Applications for the 2025 Great Idea Grant Program
[STILLWATER, MN, June 16, 2025] — What began as a pandemic-era clean-up effort has become one of Stillwater’s most vibrant community art experiences. Tucked behind the historic storefronts of Main Street, Union Art Alley is now a colorful, immersive destination drawing locals and visitors alike—and it all started with a GREAT Idea. In 2023, a $10,000 GREAT Idea Grant from the Stillwater Area Community Foundation helped launch Union Art Alley, a creative placemaking project that transformed a neglected
Wednesday, November 06, 2024Chamber Welcomes Anytime Fitness to the Community!
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE / PRESS RELEASE Chamber Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for Anytime Fitness Stillwater Nathan Jespersen cut the ribbon at the Chamber ribbon cutting celebration on October 24th, 2024. Photography courtesy of Chad Mohler Photography Stillwater, MN. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce celebrated local business Anytime Fitness Stillwater with a ribbon cutting celebration on October 24th, 2024. The event took place at 1270 West Frontage Road, in Stillwater, MN with
Tuesday, August 20, 2024Greater Stillwater Chamber Foundation announces the 2024-25 Leadership in the Valley class
The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce Foundation (Chamber Foundation) is pleased to announce the Leadership in the Valley (LITV) 2024-25 class of participants. This is the 6th year of LITV and will be the largest cohort to date, with 30 participants. This cohort will begin their Leadership in the Valley journey with a Welcome Reception and Kick-off Day, September 11 and 12, 2024. The LITV Welcome Reception is sponsored by Royal Credit Union, who has supported the Leadership in the Valley program
Monday, February 12, 2024GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2024 Community Award Nominees
The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce Foundation is pleased to announce the nominees for the 8th annual Community Awards. The Chamber Winter Gala Community Award Celebration will be held on Friday, March 1, 2024, at the JX Event Center from 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm. Winners will be announced live at the event, during the evening program at 7:00 p.m. Step right up and Join us for an unforgettable evening of circus-themed enchantment at the annual Greater Stillwater Chamber Gala, where we celebrate our
Tuesday, August 15, 2023GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2023-24 LEADERSHIP IN THE VALLEY CLASS
The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce Foundation (Chamber Foundation) is pleased to announce the Leadership in the Valley (LITV) 2023-24 class of participants. This is the 5th year of LITV and will be the largest cohort to date, with 32 participants. This cohort will begin their LITV journey with a Welcome Reception and Kick-off Day, September 13 and 14, 2023. The LITV Welcome Reception is sponsored by Royal Credit Union, who has supported the Leadership in the Valley program since its
Wednesday, April 05, 2023Chamber welcomes Carlson Dentistry to the Chamber and the Community
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE / PRESS RELEASE Chamber Welcomes Carlson Dental Group to the Chamber and community Dr. Sarah Carlson cut the ribbon at the Chamber welcome celebration on March 23rd, 2023. Stillwater, MN. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce welcomed local business Carlson Dental Group to the Chamber and the community with a ribbon cutting celebration on March 23rd, 2023. Dr. Sarah Carlson, along with staff, family, friends, Greater
Friday, September 09, 2022Chamber Welcomes Family Achievement Center to the Chamber and the community
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE / PRESS RELEASE: Chamber Welcomes Family Achievement Center to the Chamber and the Community. Tom Hoel, CEO/Owner and wife Sarah Mason, President/Co-owner, cut the ribbon at the Chamber Celebration Photo courtesy of Kristina Lynn Photography The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce welcomed Family Achievement Center to the Chamber and the community with a ribbon cutting celebration on August 31st, 2022. The event took place at their beautiful new location at
Wednesday, July 27, 2022Chamber Welcomes 45th Parallel to the Chamber and the community
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE / PRESS RELEASE Chamber Welcomes 45th Parallel Distillery to the Chamber and Community. Paul Werni, owner 45th Parallel distillery, cut the ribbon at the Chamber welcome celebration on June 29th, 2022. Photo courtesy of Mediamazing Photography. Stillwater, MN. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce welcomed local business, 45th Parallel Distillery to the Chamber and community with a ribbon cutting celebration on June 29th, 2022. The event took place at 228
Monday, November 01, 2021News Release: 11/1/2021 - Greater Stillwater Chamber Celebrates the Mad Capper’s Refresh and New Owners
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE / PRESS RELEASE Chamber Celebrates the Mad Capper’s Refresh and New OwnersSara Jespersen, owner of The Mad Capper, cut the ribbon at the Chamber celebration on October 28, 2021. Photo courtesy of Travis Monroe, Monroe Film and Photo Stillwater, MN. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce welcomed the refresh of local business, Mad Capper, to the Chamber and the community with a ribbon cutting celebration on October 28, 2021. The event took place at 224
Thursday, June 25, 2020Chamber welcomes The Lumberjack to the community
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE / PRESS RELEASE Chamber Welcomes The Lumberjack Sara Jesperson, owner of The Lumberjack Axe Throwing Bar in Stillwater, Minnesota, cuts the ribbon at the Chamber welcome celebration for The Lumberjack. Photo courtesy of Jessica Ramaker, Something Blue Boudoir. June 23, 2020, Stillwater, MN. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce welcomed new local business, The Lumberjack, at a ribbon cutting celebration on June 18, 2020. The event took place at
Monday, January 13, 2020GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES Community Award Celebration Nominees
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES Community Award Celebration Nominees for the Winter Gala January 2020. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the nominees for the 4th Annual Winter Gala Community Award Celebration. The Gala will be held on February 7, 2020, at the JX Event Center from 5:30 pm – 10 pm. The event’s theme is celebrating USO and will reflect a military theme. Guests will enjoy a sit-down dinner by the Lake Elmo Inn, a short program announcing the
Friday, January 03, 2020Susannah Barnes Named Executive Director for EVOLVE Family Services
Stillwater, MN (January 3) - EVOLVE Family Services is proud to welcome Susannah Barnes as its new Executive Director.Susannah shares, "I am deeply passionate about our mission and believe profoundly in our work to ensure that every child has the nurturing love and support of family relationships.”Susannah is new to the role of Executive Director yet not new to EVOLVE Family Services. She has served in various capacities at EVOLVE since 2006 and has over 14 years’ experience in child and family services.
Monday, November 11, 2019Ribbon Cutting: Sundberg Kennedy Ly-Au Young Architects
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE / PRESS RELEASE Chamber Welcomes Sundberg Kennedy Ly-Au Young Architects Jeremy Imhoff, Architect, cuts the ribbon at the Chamber welcome celebration for Sundberg Kennedy Ly-Au Young Architects. Photo courtesy of Jane Dierberger, Artistic Product Photography. October 15, 2019. Stillwater, MN. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce welcomed new Chamber Member Sundberg Kennedy Ly-Au Young Architects (SKL) at a ribbon cutting celebration on October 9, 2019. The
Monday, November 11, 2019RIBBON CUTTING- Sara's Tipsy Pies
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE / PRESS RELEASE Chamber Celebrates Sara’s Tipsy Pies New Location Sara Hayden, owner, cuts the ribbon at the Chamber celebration for Sara’s Tipsy Pies. Photo courtesy of Jane Dierberger, Artistic Product Photography. November 11, 2019. Stillwater, MN. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce celebrated Sara’s Tipsy Pies New Location and Grand Opening of the eat-in or take-out spotat a ribbon cutting celebration on October 23, 2019. The event took place at
Thursday, May 09, 2019Chamber Welcomes New Member LIFT Dental
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE / PRESS RELEASE Chamber Welcomes LIFT Dental Owner, Sara Cody, DDS cuts the ribbon at the Chamber welcome celebration for LIFT Dental. Photo courtesy Jane Dierberger, Artistic Product Photography. April 8, 2019. Stillwater, MN. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member LIFT Dental at a ribbon cutting celebration on April 8, 2019. The event took place at their new clinic at 124 2nd Street South, Stillwater. LIFT Dental family and staff,
Saturday, February 09, 2019The Winners of the 2019 Community Awards
February 9, 2019. Over 200 business owners and community members gathered together Friday night at the JX Event Center for the 3rd Annual Community Award Celebration, Winter Gala. This year’s theme was the Great Gatsby. Guests enjoyed music by Gary LaRue Rat Pack Entertainment, dinner by Lake Elmo Inn and was Emceed by Mayor Ted Kozlowski. Guests enjoyed the humor and wit of Pony Football Coach, Beau LaBore during the live auction. “The Chamber is a 501c(6) non-profit, and we are funded by membership dues
Thursday, July 26, 2018Chamber Welcomes Royal Credit Union to Stillwater Area
Royal Credit Union cut the official ribbon in celebration of their new bank branch location in Oak Park Heights. Photo courtesy Kristina Lynn Photography and Design. July 2018. Stillwater, MN. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce celebrated new branch location for Royal Credit Union with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the end of July. The event took place at the new branch location at 13161 60th Street North in Oak Park Heights, MN, also known as the Oak Park 36 Center. The Ribbon Cutting drew a
