Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce

06/19/2026

Congratulations to Walmart Forest Lake on their Grand Reopening! 🎉

Today, we were honored to celebrate the completion of Walmart's store remodel with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony alongside community members, Chamber Ambassadors, and Walmart's incredible team.

Thank you to Walmart for having the Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce be part of this exciting milestone. Your continued investment in the Forest Lake community helps create a better shopping experience for residents and visitors alike.

A special thank you to our Chamber Ambassadors who took time out of their day to join us in welcoming this refreshed space and showing their support for one of our valued business community partners.

Be sure to stop by and check out all the updates at Walmart Forest Lake!

06/19/2026

🌟 Board Member Spotlight 🌟

We're proud to highlight Forest Lake Area Chamber Board Member, Mike Bohnsack!

Mike is with Polaris, a company known for innovation, community involvement, and creating products that inspire adventure and outdoor recreation. Through his professional experience and commitment to community engagement, Mike brings valuable insight and perspective to the Forest Lake Area Chamber Board of Directors.

As a board member, Mike helps support the Chamber's mission of strengthening local businesses, fostering connections, and creating opportunities that contribute to a thriving Forest Lake area. His leadership and willingness to serve help ensure the Chamber continues to grow and provide value to members throughout the community.

Polaris has also been a longtime supporter of the Forest Lake Area Chamber, serving as the Presenting Sponsor of our Annual Golf Tournament and continuously investing in the success of Chamber programs and events. Their ongoing partnership and commitment help make many of our initiatives possible, and we are grateful for their continued support year after year.

Mike's involvement reflects the important role that business leaders play in building strong partnerships between local organizations, businesses, and residents. We are thankful for his dedication, leadership, and commitment to both the Chamber and the Forest Lake community.

Thank you, Mike, for your long time service, support, and dedication to the Forest Lake Area business community! 💙

06/18/2026

Exciting news for Forest Lake!

Congratulations to the City of Forest Lake, and thank you to the Forest Lake Rotary Club and Forest Lake Lions Club for helping make it happen!

The City of Forest Lake Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce the Grand Opening of the Forest Lake Farmers Market on Saturday, June 20th, at 8:00am! 🥦🍅🥕

The market will be held weekly at City Hall through October 31st, 2026 and will feature a variety of local vendors, fresh produce, and more. We invite the community to come out, support local businesses, and enjoy this new community gathering place.

A special thank you to the Forest Lake Rotary Club and the Forest Lake Lions Club for their collaboration and support in helping make the Farmers Market happen!

06/18/2026

⛳️ Ready to shave a few strokes off your score?

At this year's Annual Golf Tournament, Professional Long Driver Anthony Thomas will be stationed on a par 5, giving golfers the chance to have him absolutely crush a drive down the fairway for them! 🚀

Imagine stepping up to your second shot with a massive head start thanks to one of the longest hitters in the game. Not a bad way to play a par 5!

This is just one more reason you won't want to miss our Annual Golf Tournament. Great golf, great networking, and a chance to watch some seriously impressive power in action.

🏌️ Grab your team and register today. Trust us, you'll want Anthony on your side!
https://members.forestlakechamber.org/calendar/Details/39th-annual-forest-lake-chamber-golf-event-1642424?sourceTypeId=Website

06/17/2026

🚨 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🚨

Whether you've never touched AI before or use it every day, you won't want to miss AI Without the Overwhelm: Practical AI for Busy Business Professionals with Princess Paula Consulting.

AI is changing faster than ever, and staying ahead means more than just knowing what ChatGPT is. Tomorrow's session will cover practical ways to use AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini to save time, boost productivity, and simplify your day-to-day work.

💡 Learn smarter prompting
⚡ Discover time-saving AI tools
🤖 Explore the latest updates and capabilities
📈 Walk away with strategies you can use immediately

And here's the thing: even if you think you're already an AI pro, the landscape is constantly evolving. Princess Paula stays on top of the newest tools, features, and trends so you can stay informed without spending hours trying to keep up.

Don't miss your chance to learn what's new, what's useful, and what's next.

⏰ It's not too late to register, but time is running out!

See you tomorrow!

https://members.forestlakechamber.org/calendar/Details/ai-without-the-overwhelm-practical-ai-for-busy-business-professionals-1733543?sourceTypeId=Website

06/16/2026

Come see our booth and hosts from The Glass Guru of Blaine, MN tonight at Arts in the Park - Lakeside Memorial Park!!

06/16/2026

Anyone have an 🛟 they’d like to donate?!!? We have a member looking!

06/16/2026

✨ Thank you to Phil and Kate Voller Reinking, Real Estate Agent with Edina Realty for sharing your experience and for being such a valued Chamber member!

💙 We’d love to hear from you! Submit your testimonial here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/9iaYMZCSPi

Interested in joining? Come connect with us, we’d love to have you!
forestlakechamber.org

06/16/2026

🚨 Important Update for Tomorrow's Coffee & Connections! ☕

We just found out about a location change for tomorrow's event.

Due to an event hosted by Invisible Wounds Project, Coffee & Connections will now be held right next door at the Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce offices.

Everything else stays the same! Join us at 7:45 AM for coffee, conversation, and community.

📍 NEW LOCATION: Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Offices
⏰ 7:45 AM
RSVP: https://members.forestlakechamber.org/calendar/Details/coffee-connections-forest-lake-1622029?sourceTypeId=Website

Please help us spread the word, and we can't wait to see you tomorrow!

06/15/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Anjali Reisdorf, with Ivy Creek Health, the winner of our St. Paul Saints ticket giveaway! ⚾

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about BizRecycling and sustainability. Your commitment to creating a greener community helps make a real difference. We hope you enjoy an exciting day at the ballpark cheering on the Saints!