Wings of Spring Festival

Join Carpenter Nature Center, Tropical Wings, and the St. Croix Valley Bird Club for a morning of birding! Program Fee: FREE to attend Event Activities 6:00am – ......More

Join Carpenter Nature Center, Tropical Wings, and the St. Croix Valley Bird Club for a morning of birding! Program Fee: FREE to attend Event Activities 6:00am – 8:00am Bird Hikes begin | REGISTRATION REQUIRED | Click here for more info 8:00am – 12:00pm Bird Banding Demonstrations 9:00am – 12:00pm Activity stations including Birding 101, kids crafts and games, native planting for birds, preventing window strikes, bird-friendly coffee, and more! Stamp activity stations in your Migration Passport and win a prize!

Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center Wisconsin Campus | Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center 279 South Cove Road Hudson, WI 54016

Access & Issues: Understanding Labor Laws

Staying compliant with changing labor laws isn’t optional—but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Join fellow business owners at this upcoming Access & Issues event to get clear, practical guidance on two important new labor law updates that directly impact your......More

Staying compliant with changing labor laws isn’t optional—but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Join fellow business owners at this upcoming Access & Issues event to get clear, practical guidance on two important new labor law updates that directly impact your workplace. Representatives from the Minnesota Department of Labor will walk through changes to required employee breaks and meal times, while the Minnesota Secure Choice Retirement Program will share what employers need to know about new retirement savings requirements. This is your opportunity to: Understand what’s required of your business Ask questions in a supportive, peer setting Learn alongside other local employers navigating the same changes Don’t miss this chance to stay informed, avoid compliance risks, and connect with your business community. This event is free for Chamber members, and registration is encouraged.  

Hastings Chamber of Commerce 200 2nd Street West, Suite 100 Hastings, MN 55033

The United States Turns 250 â Lunch & Learn

  The United States Turns 250 – Lunch & Learn Wednesday, May 13 | 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Join us for a special Lunch & Learn as we explore the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States and the history behind this important milestone. Local presenter Spencer......More

  The United States Turns 250 – Lunch & Learn Wednesday, May 13 | 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Join us for a special Lunch & Learn as we explore the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States and the history behind this important milestone. Local presenter Spencer Johnson will share insights and stories that highlight the significance of America’s 250 years. After the presentation, guests will receive 15% off at Missi’s Sip & Savor when dining the same day. Reservations are recommended. Please reserve your table on OpenTable or call to book seating. 651-432-5266

The Confluence Hotel

Ribbon Cutting - 328 Grill

We’re excited to welcome 328 Grill to Hastings! Come celebrate with us at their ribbon cutting.

Carpenter Nature Center Minnesota Campus Bio-blitz

Learn from bird, reptile, amphibian, invertebrate, and plant experts in a fun day of citizen science. Join us for FREE and help inventory teams in restored prairies, riparian habitats, and wooded bluff lands to discover and document plant and animal species. All ages an......More

Learn from bird, reptile, amphibian, invertebrate, and plant experts in a fun day of citizen science. Join us for FREE and help inventory teams in restored prairies, riparian habitats, and wooded bluff lands to discover and document plant and animal species. All ages and skill levels welcome! Click here for more information

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

AI to Go

AI to Go — Free Friday AI Lunch & Learn A weekly 30-minute session teaching one practical AI skill, shown live, free forever. Built for small business owners, parents, and professionals who want to use AI without the hype. Every Friday at noon CT. Sign up at ......More

AI to Go — Free Friday AI Lunch & Learn A weekly 30-minute session teaching one practical AI skill, shown live, free forever. Built for small business owners, parents, and professionals who want to use AI without the hype. Every Friday at noon CT. Sign up at aitogo.co.  

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Chamber Lunch Mob - Broadway Pizza

Eat Local, Meet Local! Join us every third Wednesday of the month for a relaxed Chamber lunch at a rotating lineup of member restaurants. It’s an easy way to connect with other members, share ideas, and support local—no agenda, just good food and great conversation. ......More

Eat Local, Meet Local! Join us every third Wednesday of the month for a relaxed Chamber lunch at a rotating lineup of member restaurants. It’s an easy way to connect with other members, share ideas, and support local—no agenda, just good food and great conversation.

Broadway Pizza

Lunch & Learn - Scam Prevention/ Insurance Questions/ Avoiding Wire Fraud

Join the Sovran team for a lunch and learn! Our cybersecurity experts, along with our friends at Dehncke Insurance Services and Heartland Credit Union, will teach you about preventing scams from happening to you or a loved one. The discussion will revolve around your qu......More

Join the Sovran team for a lunch and learn! Our cybersecurity experts, along with our friends at Dehncke Insurance Services and Heartland Credit Union, will teach you about preventing scams from happening to you or a loved one. The discussion will revolve around your questions about fraud prevention, common internet and mail scams, and answering questions about insurance.

Inver Grove Heights Community Center (Veterans Memorial CC) 8055 Barbara Ave, Inver Grove Heights

Ribbon Cutting - Journey Audiology

Join us as we celebrate Journey Audiology's relocation!

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

AI to Go

AI to Go — Free Friday AI Lunch & Learn A weekly 30-minute session teaching one practical AI skill, shown live, free forever. Built for small business owners, parents, and professionals who want to use AI without the hype. Every Friday at noon CT. Sign up at ......More

AI to Go — Free Friday AI Lunch & Learn A weekly 30-minute session teaching one practical AI skill, shown live, free forever. Built for small business owners, parents, and professionals who want to use AI without the hype. Every Friday at noon CT. Sign up at aitogo.co.  

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Ribbon Cutting - Hasu Japanese Restaurant

We’re so excited to welcome Hasu Japanese Restaurant to Hastings! Come celebrate with us at their ribbon cutting.

AI to Go

AI to Go — Free Friday AI Lunch & Learn A weekly 30-minute session teaching one practical AI skill, shown live, free forever. Built for small business owners, parents, and professionals who want to use AI without the hype. Every Friday at noon CT. Sign up at ......More

AI to Go — Free Friday AI Lunch & Learn A weekly 30-minute session teaching one practical AI skill, shown live, free forever. Built for small business owners, parents, and professionals who want to use AI without the hype. Every Friday at noon CT. Sign up at aitogo.co.  

Online (free, link sent after signup)