Anoka Area Chamber of Commerce upcoming events

Ribbon Cutting at the Women Collective (9 Oct 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

The Women Collective didn’t start as a store - it started as a mission. Founded by Dr. Amelia Reigstad, PhD. our roots are in professional development, supporting women and organizations across North America in becoming stronger leaders and more effective communicators. Over time, that mission expanded into the curated retail experience you see today in downtown White Bear Lake, where we proudly showcase over 80 women-owned brands. We are SO excited to be opening our second location and bringing the same energy and passion to downtown Anoka.

The Women Collective is so much more than retail stores. We continue to offer professional development and training opportunities, serve as keynote speakers and moderators, and curate meaningful events and workshops designed to inspire and uplift women with purpose.

Address: 102 – 222 East Main Street, Anoka

Oct. 9

Dr. Amelia Reigstad, Ph.D.
Founder, The Women Collective

Amazon Best Selling & Award Winning Author of Hello Ms. Perfect
Tel: 1.651.747.7950
http://LinkedIn.com/in/AmeliaReigstad
www.ameliareigstad.com
www.thewomencollective.com

MIX After Hours Networking at 201 Tavern sponsored by Amore Antiques (9 Oct 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Ready to MIX, mingle and make a few new connections?

Join us on October 9 at 201 Tavern for MIX After Hours, sponsored by Amoré Antiques!

Located in the heart of historic Downtown Anoka, 201 Tavern is a family-owned favorite known for its fun atmosphere, rustic charm and menu packed with bold flavors. It’s the perfect place to relax after work, catch up with familiar faces and meet other business and community members.

We’re also excited to spotlight our sponsor, Amoré Antiques, another longtime Downtown Anoka gem featuring thousands of square feet filled with antiques, vintage finds and collectibles from more than 45 dealers.

What a great way to end your work week with great conversation, a welcoming atmosphere and plenty of opportunities to connect. Come when you can, stay as long as you’d like and bring a colleague or not-yet Chamber member along. We can’t wait to see you!

Annual Meeting & Business Excellence Awards (13 Oct 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Please join us on Tuesday, October 13, for the 2026 Anoka Area Chamber Annual Meeting & Business Excellence Awards, at Green Haven Golf Course, from 7:00am - 9:00am.

This morning is about so much more than a meeting. It’s a chance to gather as a Chamber community, celebrate an incredible year, recognize the businesses and organizations making a difference across our region and share a look at where we’re headed next.

Come on your own or reserve a table of eight and bring your team, clients or colleagues along to celebrate with you!

Lunch & Learn: Market Funnel Theory & The Engineering of Attention (14 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Lunch & Learn: Market Funnel Theory & The Engineering of Attention
Wednesday, October 14 | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Presented by Ben Fischer for Anoka Area Chamber Members Only

How do you turn attention into appointments and appointments into customers?

Join us for a hands-on workshop designed for small business owners who want a clearer, more practical approach to marketing. Ben Fischer will help you identify your ideal customer, sharpen your message, create an introductory offer and build a simple plan for following up with potential customers.

Ben will also demonstrate how accessible tools like artificial intelligence, online forms, email marketing, automation and social media advertising can help small businesses do more without a large marketing team.

Bring your charged laptop. This is an interactive working seminar, and you’ll have time to apply what you learn to your own business.

Registration is $15 per person and includes a box lunch. Space is limited to 20 participants, so preregistration is required.

Lunch sponsor opportunity: One $250 sponsorship is available to help make this workshop affordable for local businesses.

If you have dietary restrictions, email your request to nikki@anokaareachamber.com

A.M. Connections Networking - 3rd Wed (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:45:00 GMT

Champlin Business Connections (29 Oct 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Champlin Business Connections

Start your morning with coffee, pastries and connections with fellow business owners and entrepreneurs!

Join us on Thursday, October 29, from 7:30–9 a.m. at Mississippi Crossings Event Center for Champlin Business Connections. Meet other local professionals, share what’s happening in your business and hear the latest City updates.

Our featured speaker is Don Jackson from the U.S. Small Business Administration, presenting “Minnesota District Office SBA Overview.” Don will introduce the SBA’s work and resources available to support small businesses. Whether you’re getting started or have been in business for years, come learn how the SBA could be a helpful connection.

Coffee and pastries are sponsored by AMK IT Support. https://www.amkitsupport.com/

Bring your business cards, your questions and a little time to connect. We’d love to see you there!

A.M. Connections Networking- 1st Wed (4 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Chamber members gather for networking opportunities.

A.M. Connections Networking - 3rd Wed (18 Nov 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 13:45:00 GMT

A.M. Connections Networking- 1st Wed (2 Dec 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Chamber members gather for networking opportunities.

A.M. Connections Networking - 3rd Wed (16 Dec 2026)

Wed, 16 Dec 2026 13:45:00 GMT

A.M. Connections Networking- 1st Wed (6 Jan 2027)

Wed, 06 Jan 2027 13:45:00 GMT

Chamber members gather for networking opportunities.