Events for October 2014
Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce
Oct 1    Re-Grand Opening for Anytime Fitness Woodbury Drive

Join us for a  grand re-opening and ribbon cutting!





 
Date: October 1, 2014
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Website: http://anytimefitness.com/gyms/198/woodbury-mn-55129-9290
Location:

1125 Woodbury Drive
Woodbury, MN 55129

Contact: Woodbury Area Chamber
EMail: chamber@woodburychamber.org
Date/Time Details:

Wednesday
October 1, 2014
3:00 PM

Fees/Admission: Free to attend!

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Oct 2    Good Morning Woodbury Area


Join us for before hours networking to include coffee, light refreshments and the chance to connect with fellow chamber members all on our way to work!

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Date: October 2, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.learningrx.com/woodbury
Location: 8425 Seasons Parkway
Suite 101
Woodbury, MN 55125
EMail: chamber@woodburychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
 
Fees/Admission: FREE to attend!

$100 to host a "Good Morning Woodbury"

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Oct 7    Groundbreaking - City Place


Join us for a groundbreaking event at City Place!



 
Date: October 7, 2014
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: City Place
E500 State Farm Way
Woodbury, MN 55125

 
EMail: chamber@woodburychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday
October 7, 2014
10:00 AM
Fees/Admission: Free to Attend!
Oct 7    Candidates Forum Luncheon



October Candidates Forum
Mark your calendar and plan now to attend the candidates forum for Woodbury at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 7, at Eagle Valley Golf Course.  Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from the candidates and to ask questions before Election Day. Bring others to do the same. This is valuable time to gain a better understanding of the candidates’ platform and to interact with each.  Candidates invited are:

State District 53A
JoAnn Ward, Representative


I have been a Woodbury resident since 1974. I have taught vocational education, established internships, and led school and community projects. I have been an active community volunteer, leading two successful bond issues: we rallied 1,000 volunteers and supported the construction of much-needed school facilities. I have held leadership roles in my university, our public schools, our church, and in neighborhood organizations. In 1994 I completed a Master of Arts in Education with a focus on Learning and Human Development Technology -- Human Resource Development. I have extensive training and experience in collaborative decision-making and conflict management, specifically Baldridge Performance Excellence and Restorative Justice. These practices can be invaluable in creating and nurturing efficient and effective systems, like education, health care, and the economy.

Lukas Czech 
 
State District 53B
Kelly Fenton

Kelly Fenton is the Republican endorsed candidate for State Representative.  She is a current board member and past President of Minnesota Excellence in Public Service, a woman's leadership and political training program which is part of a National Coalition.  Fenton has extensive experience as a former Educator and School Administrator for the 4th largest school district in the country.  She served under the leadership of the former Secretary of Education, Dr. Rod Paige while he was still the Superintendent of the Houston Independent School District.  Fenton has also dedicated many years of serving her community in multiple capacities through her membership and leadership roles in various organizations.  She is a graduate of Marquette University and holds a Master's of Administration and Supervision from the University of Houston. Kelly resides in Woodbury with Greg, her husband of 23 years, and their three children.

Kay Hendrickson
Kay Hendrickson has a Masters and PhD in Administration and a BA in educational psychology and special education.  Professional work experience includes Community Faculty Metropolitan State University; Special Education Teacher; Policy Maker in Health Care; Manager of Computer Systems.  Her community involvement includes Parent and volunteer in school programs for music, theater, ice hockey; City of Woodbury Planning Commission; Past Chair: Information Technology Collaborative Work Force; Board member GTS Training. Her platform topics include Education, Affordable Health Care, Transportation and transit, Technology and innovation, Effective and efficient government.

Woodbury City Council
Christopher Burns, Councilperson

Christopher J. Burns is a current first term member of the Woodbury City Council.  He is running for his second and final term.  Christopher also chairs the City's Street Rehabilitation Task Force.
 
Professionally, Christopher is a Shareholder at Henson & Efron and chairs the firm's Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Practice Group. Christopher is also active in the management of Henson & Efron, as a member of the firm’s Compensation Committee. His Estate Planning work has been featured in the 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 Rising Stars issues of Minnesota Super Lawyers (formerly Minnesota Law & Politics) magazine and was named as a Super Lawyer in 2014. He has also been selected by Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine and Twin Cities Business as a Five Star Estate Planning Attorney for his work and dedication in providing quality services to his clients.

 Christopher has always been active in the community. His service has been recognized by his alma mater, by a radio station which named him their “Hero of the Week,” and by the Minnesota State Bar Association as a “North Star Lawyer for his commitment in providing pro bono work to low income Minnesotans.  His community and civic efforts have also been recognized by Woodbury Magazine.

Christopher grew up in Woodbury and is a graduate of Woodbury High School ('91).  Christopher and his family are active members of their church (Woodbury Lutheran), and Christopher enjoys reading, writing, politics, bicycling, coaching youth sports, and spending time with his wife and children.

 
Emmanuel Obikwelu 

Julie Ohs, Councilperson

Julie is a 20+ year resident of Woodbury.  She is married and has two adult children. Julie served one term on the Woodbury Economic Development Commission. She is currently completing her second term on the City Council. She is also one of the founding members of the Woodbury Yellow Ribbon Group and is completing her eighth year on the South Washington County Cable Commission.  Julie received a BA in Psychology and an MA in Management from the U of M Twin Cities.

 William Braun

Bill Braun has his MBA in Strategy from the University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management.  Bill helped found and grow both a chartered Minnesota Telecommunications Utility and a licensed Minnesota Specialty Electrical Contracting company.  Currently President of CCARSA, representing Minnesota’s Technology Companies, Bill has helped pass three pieces of ‘common sense’ legislation into law through both Republican and Democrat chambers in the Minnesota Legislature.  During the last decade, Bill has also run into burning buildings for the City of Woodbury.  Awarded the Achievement Medal for “Leadership” and “Innovation” by the City, Bill wrote the police/fire integration study.   Bill is currently running for a seat on the Woodbury City Council to improve local government operations.

 
Date: October 7, 2014
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM
Website: http://www.woodburychamber.org
Location: Eagle Valley Golf Course
2600 Double Eagle Lane
Woodbury, MN 55125
 
EMail: chamber@woodburychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday
October 7, 2014
11:30 a.m. - Registration
11:45 a.m. - Buffet Lunch
12:15 to 1:00 p.m. - Forum
 
Fees/Admission: $17 for members
$22 for non-members

 
Oct 9    Chamber Discovery

   Chamber Discovery

      

Ever wanted to learn more about the benefits of Chamber Membership? 

This session is designed just for you!  We cover the benefits of membership to your organization in a casual atmosphere where you can ask Chamber staff and current chamber members questions. 

We will engage in informal networking, learn about the professional development, sponsorships, marketing opportunities and the benefit of committee involvement.

This is a great way to learn about membership in a group environment before attending one of our events.

 
Date: October 9, 2014
Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Website: http://www.woodburychamber.org
Location: Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce Office
6949 Valley Creek Road, Suite 115
Lower Level of the Spire Bank Building
Woodbury, MN 55125
Contact: Heidi Hickey, Member Services Director
EMail: heidi@woodburychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

 
Fees/Admission: Free to Attend
Oct 9    Ribbon Cutting - Craft Kitchen & Bar

Join us for a ribbon cutting!





 
Date: October 9, 2014
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Website: http://craftkitchenbar.com
Location: Craft Kitchen & Bar
700 Commons Drive
Woodbury, MN 55125
Contact: Woodbury Area Chamber
EMail: chamber@woodburychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday
October 9, 2014

3:00 PM
 
Fees/Admission: Free to attend!

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Oct 14    Ribbon Cutting - AWAKEN Higher Brain Living Center
 
Join us for a ribbon cutting!
 



 


Date: October 14, 2014
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Website: http://www.HigherBrainLivingWoodbury.com
Location: AWAKEN Higher Brain
  Living Center
1103 Weir Drive
Suite 200
Woodbury, MN 55125
 
Contact: Woodbury Area Chamber
EMail: chamber@woodburychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday
October 14, 2014    
11:30 AM
Fees/Admission: Free to attend!

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Oct 14    Joint Chamber Business After Hours

You are invited to a Business After Hours at Hope Glen Farm. No need to register, just come on out for a great time!

Click Here  to view the invitation.


 
Date: October 14, 2014
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: Hope Glen Farm
10276 East Point Douglas Road South
Cottage Grove, MN
EMail: chamber@woodburychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday
October 14, 2014
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Fees/Admission: Complimentary Hors d'Oeuvres and Cash Bar
Oct 23    Ribbon Cutting - Regus

Join us for a ribbon cutting!





 
Date: October 23, 2014
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Website: http://www.regus.com
Location: Regus
8530 Eagle Pointe Blvd
Suite 100
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
 
Contact: Woodbury Area Chamber
EMail: chamber@woodburychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday
October 23, 2014    
11:30 AM
Fees/Admission: Free to attend!

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Oct 23    Groundbreaking - Anytime Fitness Headquarters


Join us for a groundbreaking event for the corporate headquarters of Anytime Fitness!


Date: October 23, 2014
Time: 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: 111 Weir Drive
Woodbury, MN 

 
EMail: kbatalden@ci.woodbury.mn.us
Date/Time Details: Thursday
October 23, 2014
1:00 PM
Fees/Admission: Free to Attend!
Oct 24    Business Networking Luncheon October 2014-Speed Networking









Featured topic:  Speed networking
 

Make new contacts and Expand Your Networking Circle at the Chamber's First Speed Networking


One of the newest additions to the Chamber's programming is Speed Networking. This increasingly popular concept in business hubs across the country is all about attendees making connections. Speed Networking will put you across the table from a counterpart, customer, colleague or friend you didn't know you had. Bring lots of business cards and prepare a short commercial showcasing your business.  There will be a minimum of three rotations at a table of eight. Each person will be given 1.5 minutes to share their name, organization, industry, how long in the industry and present a commercial.


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Date: October 24, 2014
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM
Website: http://www.woodburychamber.org
Location:

David's Chophouse
Prestwick Golf Club
9555 Wedgewood Drive
Woodbury, MN 55125

 

EMail: chamber@woodburychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 11:30 a.m. - Registration
11:45 a.m. - Lunch served
12:00 p.m. - Networking instructions

 
Fees/Admission: $17 for Members
$22 for Non-Members

Please RSVP by Noon on Wednesday, October 22, 2014

*Full refund available upon 48 hour cancellation*
Oct 30    Groundbreaking - St. Therese of Woodbury


Join us for a groundbreaking event for Saint Therese of Woodbury!

Date: October 30, 2014
Time: 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Website: http://www.sttheresemn.org/woodbury
Location: 7555 Bailey Road
Woodbury, MN 55129

Just west of Bielenberg Gardens
(the Schilling Farm)

 
EMail: angelr@sttheresemn.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday
October 30, 2014
9:30 AM
Fees/Admission: Free to Attend!
Oct 30    Ribbon Cutting - Allstate Insurance - Kris Kiefer-Vik Agency

Join us for a ribbon cutting!


Allstate Insurance - Kris Kiefer-Vik Agency


 
Date: October 30, 2014
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Website: http://www.allstate.com/kkiefer-vik
Location: Allstate Insurance - Kris Kiefer-Vik Agency
5701 Hadley Ave.
Oakdale, MN 55128
Contact: Woodbury Area Chamber
EMail: chamber@woodburychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday
October 30, 2014    
11:30 AM
Fees/Admission: Free to attend!

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