Afternoon Tea with Mom

You’re invited to an Afternoon Tea with Mom at Sterling Park! Enjoy a relaxed, social afternoon filled with great conversations, games, and delightful refreshments in our coffee shop. Free, public event! RSVP's required. RSVP to Natalie by May 1st. 320.250.2155 |......More

You’re invited to an Afternoon Tea with Mom at Sterling Park! Enjoy a relaxed, social afternoon filled with great conversations, games, and delightful refreshments in our coffee shop. Free, public event! RSVP's required. RSVP to Natalie by May 1st. 320.250.2155 | [email protected]  

35 1st Ave N Waite Park, MN 56387 In the coffee shop.

Business After Hours 5/5/2026

May 5th, 2026 Host: Alliance Imaging Business After Hours is an opportunity to network and socialize with other Chamber members in an informal setting. Because there is no program, you have the freedom to come and go as your schedule permits. You can expect a v......More

May 5th, 2026 Host: Alliance Imaging Business After Hours is an opportunity to network and socialize with other Chamber members in an informal setting. Because there is no program, you have the freedom to come and go as your schedule permits. You can expect a variety of light snacks and beverages. 

Alliance Imaging 3351 Roosevelt Rd St. Cloud, MN 56301

Business Awards Luncheon 5-6-2026

A CELEBRATION OF BUSINESS Each year, the St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce recognizes the outstanding work of area business leaders, owners, and changemakers in Central Minnesota at the Business Awards Luncheon.    Meet Our 2026 Award Winners! 2026 Small B......More

A CELEBRATION OF BUSINESS Each year, the St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce recognizes the outstanding work of area business leaders, owners, and changemakers in Central Minnesota at the Business Awards Luncheon.    Meet Our 2026 Award Winners! 2026 Small Business Owners of the Year: Jason Kath and Adam Preusser, Motor Works Auto Repair 2026 Business Central Mark of Excellence Family-Owned Business: Brandon Testa, House of Pizza 2026 Entrepreneurial Success Award: Guy Magno, Ryan Schoepf and Taylor Feero, Switchboard READ THEIR STORIES Join us to celebrate them on May 6th, 2026 at the Park Event Center! 11:30 a.m. - Doors open for networking 12:00 p.m. - Lunch is served 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. - Program SPONSORSHIP INFO  

The Park Event Center 500 Division Street Waite Park, MN 56387-1334

Kentucky Derby: Creating Hope Chefs Gala

Harvester Square

Wine, Kibbles & Bids Presented by Sue Wahl Storbeck

Tri-County Humane Society is excited to present Wine, Kibbles & Bids, one of our most important fundraisers for our animals! Wine, Kibbles & Bids will be May 7 from 5-9 p.m. at Harvester Square in St. Cloud. A must-attend......More

Tri-County Humane Society is excited to present Wine, Kibbles & Bids, one of our most important fundraisers for our animals! Wine, Kibbles & Bids will be May 7 from 5-9 p.m. at Harvester Square in St. Cloud. A must-attend, 21-and-older event for animal advocates, this evening will feature a gourmet dinner, wine and beer tasting (as well as nonalcoholic options), live music, a one-of-a-kind silent auction, and much more. And, thanks to sponsor J.F. Kruse Jewelers, we will be having a jewelry pull with one lucky person going home with an item valued at $500! Get your tickets today!

Harvester Square Event Center

Chamber Connection: HOST: Alzheimer's Association 5/8/26

Chamber Connection is a fun and informal networking group open to all members of the St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce. The group meets every Friday morning from 7:30-9:00 a.m. at various locations. Meetings usually include networking and a continental breakfast......More

Chamber Connection is a fun and informal networking group open to all members of the St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce. The group meets every Friday morning from 7:30-9:00 a.m. at various locations. Meetings usually include networking and a continental breakfast from 7-7:30 am, followed by introductions from everyone, two business presentations, and time to exchange business leads and information at the end of each meeting. Approximately 75 - 125 people attend Chamber Connection each week. The cost to attend is $1 and a business card at the door. Opportunities to host or co-host a Chamber Connection are available. Please call Christian Kirmeier at 320-291-7307 or [email protected]

Blacklight Adventures 240 33rd Ave S St. Cloud, MN

Homegrown Festival 5K

We’re bringing the Homegrown Festival & 5K to the YMCA and pairing it with Healthy Kids Day for an unforgettable event! Come out for the race, explore community vendors, grab dinner from local food trucks, and enjoy a full evening of activities and family-friendly fun ......More

We’re bringing the Homegrown Festival & 5K to the YMCA and pairing it with Healthy Kids Day for an unforgettable event! Come out for the race, explore community vendors, grab dinner from local food trucks, and enjoy a full evening of activities and family-friendly fun at the Y! Registration includes a custom race shirt. Make sure to follow the website link to look over all details and registration 

St. Cloud Area Family YMCA

2026 Home Opener Virtual Fishing Tournament

Central MN Habitat for Humanity “Home Opener” Virtual Fishing Tournament May 9th – 14th, 2026   This spring, cast a line from anywhere and help make a difference! Join us for the 2026 “Home Opener” Virtual Fishing Tournament, where anglers of......More

Central MN Habitat for Humanity “Home Opener” Virtual Fishing Tournament May 9th – 14th, 2026   This spring, cast a line from anywhere and help make a difference! Join us for the 2026 “Home Opener” Virtual Fishing Tournament, where anglers of all ages can compete, share their catches, and support a great cause!   Prize Categories Grand Slam : Walleye/Sauger, Northern Pike, Crappie/Panfish Largest Northern Pike Largest Walleye/Sauger Stringer of 3 Northern Pike Stringer of 4 Bass Stringer of 4 Walleye/Sauger Stringer of 5 Crappie/Panfish Wild Card Any Rough Fish    

Tournament Location: Any public lake in Minnesota!

Quiet Oaks Guy Talk Grief Group

This group is for guys only, providing a comfortable place for guys to talk about their grief or whatever it is they want to talk about. Come have lunch and hang out with the guys on the second Saturday of every month at 11:00 am, hosted in the Cottage at Quiet Oaks. Em......More

This group is for guys only, providing a comfortable place for guys to talk about their grief or whatever it is they want to talk about. Come have lunch and hang out with the guys on the second Saturday of every month at 11:00 am, hosted in the Cottage at Quiet Oaks. Email us below if you have interest or want to know more.

5537 Galaxy Rd St. Cloud - In the cottage at Quiet Oaks

NEXT - Chamber's Young Professionals Meeting - 5/12/2026

Behind the Brand: A Bernick's Experience Join the Young Professionals for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Bernick's this May. Get an inside look at how one of the region’s most recognized companies operates—from distribution and logistics to company culture—wh......More

Behind the Brand: A Bernick's Experience Join the Young Professionals for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Bernick's this May. Get an inside look at how one of the region’s most recognized companies operates—from distribution and logistics to company culture—while connecting with fellow professionals and gaining insight into a successful, family-owned business. Registration is required to be counted for lunch.  Register by 5/11/2026 to be included in the lunch count. Chamber Front Desk Phone: (320) 251-2940 or [email protected].  --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT NEXT NEXT - Chamber's Young Professionals is a program for the next generation of business leaders!  Here you will hear from current leaders and have the opportunity to: *  Enhance your networking and career development *  Build strong relationships with other participants and current business leaders *  Discover career-building connections through involvement in Chamber events and programs NEXT - Chamber's Young Professionals is open to all Chamber members who are interested and consider themselves part of the next generation of Central Minnesota business leaders.  Those who are looking for professional development, training, and networking opportunities will experience the greatest benefits.  Individuals from competing businesses as well as multiple representatives from a single business are welcome. NEXT meetings are held at noon on the second Tuesday of every month at various locations.  The cost of the program for a year is $195, which includes lunch.  For more information, call Laura Wagner at the Chamber at 656-3830 or Email Nolan Lind , NEXT Chair.

Bernick's 801 Sundial Dr Waite Park, MN

Quiet Oaks Fellowship Grief Meeting

This fellowship group is for anyone who is grieving and wants to learn more about grief in their own personal journey. These meetings take place via zoom, on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm. Featuring a different speaker and a different topic around grief, o......More

This fellowship group is for anyone who is grieving and wants to learn more about grief in their own personal journey. These meetings take place via zoom, on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm. Featuring a different speaker and a different topic around grief, offering a safe space to learn about grief.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82824142523

Lunchtime Learning: From Burnout to Balance - 5/13/26

Class Description: From Burnout to Balance: Sleep & Lifestyle Habits That Work This session explores how healthy sleep and daily routines can significantly improve wellbeing, focus, and overall performance. Experts from a sleep clinic and a medical practice will e......More

Class Description: From Burnout to Balance: Sleep & Lifestyle Habits That Work This session explores how healthy sleep and daily routines can significantly improve wellbeing, focus, and overall performance. Experts from a sleep clinic and a medical practice will explain the science behind balance and why it matters for individuals and workplaces alike. Attendees will gain practical strategies for building sustainable habits that reduce burnout and support long-term health. The speakers will also share simple, effective ways employers can encourage balance among their teams. Ideal for business owners, leaders, and anyone looking to improve their personal and professional wellbeing, this session offers tools you can put into practice immediately. Your Speakers: Rebecca White, Aslan Health and Jennifer Blum, Synergy Sleep & Health Register by Monday, May 11, 2026 to be included in the lunch count.   Thank you to our sponsor!

Chamber Office 1411 West St. Germain Street, Suite 101 St. Cloud, MN, 56301