LeDuc History Book Group

Join the LeDuc History Book Group and delve into the details of a good book.  Call Pleasant Hill Library or visit www.dakotacounty.us/library, each book discussion for monthly book titles. 

LeDuc Historic Estate, 1629 Vermillion Street, Hastings, MN

Community Dog Walks

Ever need a place to practice your dog's leash manners around other dogs and people? This is a great way to practice your training skills and socialize your dog. A trainer will be helping you along the route. Dogs will likely not be meeting directly but be practicing pe......More

Ever need a place to practice your dog's leash manners around other dogs and people? This is a great way to practice your training skills and socialize your dog. A trainer will be helping you along the route. Dogs will likely not be meeting directly but be practicing peripheral socialization until they are ready for leashed greets. 

Location varies, default at Levee Park: Levee Park Pavilion 20 Ramsey St, Hastings, MN 55033 Spring Lake Park Archery Range Parking Lot Fahey Ave S, Rosemount, MN 55068 Fleet Farm 875 General Sieben Dr, Hastings, MN 55033 Barn Bluff Trail Head Red Wi

Carpenter Nature Center Minnesota Campus Bird Hike

Hike various trails on our Minnesota Campus and learn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available upon request.

Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center Minnesota Campus 12805 St. Croix Trail South Hastings, MN 55033

Chamber Lunch Mob - Ze's Diner - February 2026

Midweek Mingle: Lunch Edition 🥪 Take a break from the daily grind and join us every third Wednesday of the month for lunch at a rotating lineup of our amazing Chamber member restaurants. It’s a relaxed way to build connections, share ideas, and support local spots—all......More

Midweek Mingle: Lunch Edition 🥪 Take a break from the daily grind and join us every third Wednesday of the month for lunch at a rotating lineup of our amazing Chamber member restaurants. It’s a relaxed way to build connections, share ideas, and support local spots—all while enjoying a great meal with great people. No agenda. Just good food and better conversation.  

Ze's Diner - Hastings

Build Your AI Action Plan

Interactive 90-minute session designed to guide businesses use of AI with confidence, ethics, and profitable results. Overview:  AI is no longer optional—it’s a core business capability. This 90-minute live virtual program helps business leaders move from......More

Interactive 90-minute session designed to guide businesses use of AI with confidence, ethics, and profitable results. Overview:  AI is no longer optional—it’s a core business capability. This 90-minute live virtual program helps business leaders move from curiosity to confident, practical AI use.  Hear from experienced AI practitioners who focus on real-world applications, responsible use, and what leaders need to know now. Attendees will leave with clear next steps for using AI to improve productivity, manage risk, and prepare for what’s ahead. Virtual Event: You will receive the meeting link via email after registering EVENT PAGE & REGISTRATION Who Should Attend:  This program is designed for business professionals at all levels who want to better understand and apply AI in their work. Whether you are: · Just exploring/getting started with AI · Already experimenting with AI · Wanting to take AI to the next level · Wanting to ensure you have AI guardrails You’ll find relevant, practical insights. No technical background required—just an interest in making smarter, more informed decisions about AI in your business.

Virtual REGISTER HERE

Bird Banding

Have you ever wondered what bird banding is all about?  Bird Banding records can help us learn how long birds live, where they travel, when and where they migrate and many other interesting facts.  Carpenter Nature Center has been banding birds for over 30 years.  On th......More

Have you ever wondered what bird banding is all about?  Bird Banding records can help us learn how long birds live, where they travel, when and where they migrate and many other interesting facts.  Carpenter Nature Center has been banding birds for over 30 years.  On the fourth Friday of the month bird banding is open to the public.  There is no program fee, but donations of Bird Seed and Suet are greatly appreciated. RSVP appreciated.

Carpenter St. Croix Nature Center 12805 St. Croix Trail Hastings MN

LeDuc History Book Group

Join the LeDuc History Book Group and delve into the details of a good book.  Call Pleasant Hill Library or visit www.dakotacounty.us/library, each book discussion for monthly book titles. 

LeDuc Historic Estate, 1629 Vermillion Street, Hastings, MN

Carpenter Nature Center Minnesota Campus Maple Syruping

Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 or register and pay online HERE. Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033 Welcome spring by joining the CNC staff in making ......More

Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 or register and pay online HERE. Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033 Welcome spring by joining the CNC staff in making maple syrup. Hike to the “sugarbush” to learn about the structure and function of trees, tap maple trees, watch the process of turning sap into syrup, and sample the final product. The program starts indoors, but be ready for spring snow and mud. Program Fee: $8 per person / $5 for ‘Friends of CNC’ / Free for Frosty 45 participants

Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center Minnesota Campus 12805 St. Croix Trail South Hastings, MN 55033

Carpenter Nature Center Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time

FREE thanks to the generosity of 3M Cottage Grove! Online pre-registration required – Register Online Here These programs introduce children ages 2-5 to nature in a fun and safe envi......More

FREE thanks to the generosity of 3M Cottage Grove! Online pre-registration required – Register Online Here These programs introduce children ages 2-5 to nature in a fun and safe environment. Listen to stories, spend time outdoors, make a craft and meet CNC’s live animals. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center Minnesota Campus 12805 St. Croix Trail South Hastings, MN 55033

Carpenter Nature Center Minnesota Campus Apple Tree Pruning Workshop

Pre-registration required – register ONLINE HERE. Program Fee: $15 per person / $10 for ‘Friends of CNC’ Join CNC Orchardist Sam Behrends for a hands-on pruning workshop in the CNC orc......More

Pre-registration required – register ONLINE HERE. Program Fee: $15 per person / $10 for ‘Friends of CNC’ Join CNC Orchardist Sam Behrends for a hands-on pruning workshop in the CNC orchard. Pruning techniques will be briefly covered indoors, then participants will move outside to the orchard to try their hands at the pruning techniques they just learned. Participants are encouraged to bring their hand pruners and loppers, a limited quantity are available to use. Sanitization of tools is required, sanitizer will be provided. Participants should be prepared to be outside in the weather of the day. Participation in the Apple Tree Care workshop ahead of time is encouraged, but not required. Program is offered on: March 22 / 1:00 – 3:00 pm March 29 / 1:00 – 3:00 pm

Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center Minnesota Campus 12805 St. Croix Trail South Hastings, MN 55033