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SUMMARY:Chamber After Hours - NRRI
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SUMMARY:Monthly Luncheon - Impossible Choices: An ALICE Simulation presented by United Way of 1000 Lakes
DESCRIPTION:NOTE! Date change to 3rd Monday in October. \n11:45 Buffet begins; 12:00 Luncheon Starts; 1:00 Adjourn \nJoin us for a thought-provoking luncheon with United Way of 1000 Lakes\, as they lead attendees through Impossible Choices\, an interactive simulation that brings to life the tough financial decisions faced by ALICE households – those who are Asset-Limited\, Income-Constrained\, and Employed. These are our neighbors who work hard but struggle to afford basic essentials. \nThrough guided narration by United Way Board Member\, Sara Rose and facilitation by Executive Director\, Kim Brink Smith\, attendees will experience the difficult trade-offs ALICE families make each day. You’ll be invited to vote on real-life scenarios and engage in table conversations designed to foster empathy\, awareness\, and a deeper understanding of the economic challenges impacting our community. \nWhether you attended United Way’s Community Celebration in May\, or are experiencing the simulation for the first time\, it is a powerful opportunity to reflect on what it means to live on the financial edge\, and why the work of organizations like United Way is so critical. \nBring a friend or colleague and be part of the conversation. Together\, we can build a stronger\, more resilient community. \n$15*/ Member         $20*/Nonmembers \nRSVP here: jennifer@grandmn.com \nLuncheon sponsored by:
URL:https://www.grandmn.com/event/monthly-luncheon-impossible-choices-an-alice-simulation-presented-by-united-way-of-1000-lakes/
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SUMMARY:Grand Connections
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for GRAND CONNECTIONS — a focused\, small business\, open house-style event for connection\, opportunity\, and growth – drop in when you can! \nThe Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce and the Small Business Development Center at IEDC will host a networking evening designed to connect local business owners across sectors and spark actionable collaborations for the holiday season and beyond. Our goal for the event is two-fold: \n\nWe want to hear from YOU\, our small business community\, to learn how we can best support and enrich your work\nFacilitate an environment for cross collaboration in preparation for the holiday season and beyond\n\nThere will be representatives from the Grand Rapids Chamber and IEDC present to hear your ideas\, voice your wishes\, ask questions\, and learn about what is valuable to you and your business. \nBring any business incentives you have to share with others – coupons\, promotions\, etc. \nNo event is complete without prize drawings and attendance incentives – so be sure to sign up when you arrive! \nThis event is not exclusive to Chamber businesses\, rather is open to all small businesses – through all sectors – in our area. \nRSVP to be entered into a drawing: jennifer@grandmn.com \nWatch for more information to come! \n         
URL:https://www.grandmn.com/event/grand-connections/
LOCATION:Rapids Brewing Company
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SUMMARY:Photo Submission Contest - 2026 Visitor Guide
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHosted by the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce and Visit Grand Rapids \nWe’re looking for stunning outdoor photos that capture the beauty\, culture\, and spirit of Itasca County! Submit your best vertical (portrait orientation) shots for a chance to be featured in our 2026 Grand Rapids Area Visitor Guide and win Chamber Bucks to be used at any Chamber member business! \n🏆 Prizes \n\n1st Place – $250 in Chamber Bucks + Photo featured on the cover of the 2026 Grand Rapids Area Visitor Guide\n2nd Place – $150 in Chamber Bucks + Photo featured inside the guide\n3rd Place – $75 in Chamber Bucks + Photo featured inside the guide\n\n  \n📷 Photo Submission Guidelines \n\nOrientation: Photos must be portrait (vertical) to fit the Visitor Guide cover layout.\nLocation: All photos must be taken outdoors in Itasca County\, MN.\nContent: Highlight scenic landscapes\, seasonal beauty\, outdoor recreation\, our culture\, or local landmarks. People may be included\, but avoid close-ups.\nImage Quality: High-resolution photos (300 DPI minimum) preferred; smartphone photos accepted if they meet quality standards.\nBranding: No visible brand names\, logos\, or watermarks. If a selected photo contains brand logos\, they will be digitally removed.\nOriginal Work: You must be the original photographer and hold full rights to the image.\n\n  \n📅 Deadline for Submissions \nFriday\, October 31\, 2025\, at 11:59 PM CST \n  \n📬 How to Submit \nEmail your photo(s) to: jennifer@grandmn.com\nSubject line: 2026 Photo Contest Submission\nInclude: \n\nYour full name\nContact information\nLocation where the photo was taken within Itasca County (this can be general\, but describe as best as you can)\nA brief description or title of the photo\n\nLimit 5 photo entries per person. \n  \n⚖️ Judging Criteria \nPhotos will be evaluated by a selection panel based on: \n\nUniquely highlighting the natural beauty and essence of our topography and landscape\, culture\, and/or local landmarks.\nRelevance to tourism and the outdoor Itasca County experience\nOriginality\nComposition & visual impact\nAbility to achieve photo quality and clarity\n\n  \n📝 Disclaimers \n\nBy entering\, you grant the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce\, Visit Grand Rapids\, and Thousand Grand Lakes a royalty-free\, non-exclusive license to use your submitted photo(s) in the Visitor Guide and related marketing materials (print\, web\, social media\, etc.) used in promotion of our area.\nBrand name logos\, if visible in winning photos\, will be edited out prior to publication.\nChamber Bucks are redeemable at participating Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce member businesses. For a listing\, visit grandmn.com\n\n  \nQuestions? \nContact us at: 218-326-6619   or   jennifer@grandmn.com \nWe look forward to seeing Itasca County through your lens!
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