Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce - Grand Rapids Minnesota

11/29/2025

It's SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY! Be sure to grab your boarding pass to savings and supporting the businesses that sponsor our teams, donate to our fundraisers and benefits, and are key to inspiring our rural culture! Pick up your boarding pass from the Chamber Information Center (the historic train depot downtown) open 24 hours and turn it in by Wednesday to IEDC (The Forge, blue building on Airport Road) for the chance to win some amazing prizes - donated by our local small businesses. For more information, visit: https://www.grandmn.com/event/small-biz-express/
Itasca Economic Development Corporation

11/27/2025

11/24/2025

Today's Member to Member is Les Schwab Tire Centers right here in Grand Rapids! Help give the gift of joy with their toy drive where your donation stays local and makes a real difference for families in our area. To learn more, call 218-301-1152 or visit lesschwab.com

11/21/2025

Not sure what to buy friends, colleagues or family for Christmas (or anytime through the year)? Chamber Bucks offer a unique way to support over 400 local businesses! They work like a gift card and can be used at any Chamber member business that accepts checks. Stop in to the Chamber and pick yours up soon! For large orders, we ask that you call ahead.

11/21/2025

We recently hosted a ribbon cutting with The PLUM Catalyst - a newer member, and to celebrate their recent expansion into LaPrairie, Cohasset, Deer River and Ball Club.

“The PLUM Catalyst is honored to be a part of the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce! Best known for our work on the goMARTI project, we’re equally proud to lead a wide range of initiatives that advance innovation in transportation, workforce development, and engagement across Minnesota and beyond.

With a focus on collaboration and forward-thinking solutions, our team is dedicated to creating meaningful partnerships that improve how people connect and move. We’re excited to share more about our work and to collaborate with Chamber members to help shape the future of mobility in our region.”

11/20/2025

✨November's Business Spotlight was on Deb & Greg Bounds, Realtors, Century 21 Land of Lakes. ✨
Deb and Greg are full-time Realtors serving buyers and sellers across Itasca County. From homes and cabins to lake lots and acreage, they love helping clients find the perfect fit.

They’re also active in the community - volunteering, supporting local nonprofits, and cheering on local businesses. This community is their home, and they’re committed to helping it thrive.

A note from Greg & Deb:
“We love living and working in Itasca County. Whether you’re selling a longtime property, buying your first home, or searching for lakeshore, we’ll be with you every step. We’re committed to clear communication, honest guidance, and a smooth, rewarding experience. Our business is built on trust and hard work - and that will never change."

We’d love to hear from you! Call Deb anytime at 218-556-3561.

11/20/2025

🚂✨ All Aboard the Small Biz Express! ✨🚂
Our community showed up in a big way — we now have 17 amazing Shop Stops on the Small Biz Express route! 🙌 Because so many local businesses hopped aboard, we’ve updated the directions for your ticket to savings and prizes:
🎟️ BOARDING PASS RULES:
To be entered into the prize drawing, visit at least 10 of the 17 Shop Stops between November 12th – November 29th (Small Business Saturday) and get your Boarding Pass stamped at each stop! Reminder, you don’t have to use the coupon attached to stop in!
Then, turn in your completed pass to Itasca Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) by Wednesday, December 3rd for your chance to win a prize! 💙
🛍️ Here’s how to ride the Small Biz Express:
1️⃣ Pick up your Boarding Pass at the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce - Grand Rapids Minnesota (Depot Visitor Center open 24/7).
2️⃣ Shop local and get stamped by at least 10 of the 17 participating businesses
3️⃣ Turn in your completed pass to IEDC (M–F, 8 AM–4:30 PM)
Every stop supports a local dream — so grab your pass, support small, and enjoy exclusive Shop Stop Hot Deals all along the route! 🚉💚

11/19/2025

This week's Member to Member is A&B Mishaps! Don't get stuck this winter - A & B Mishaps is one call away! Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076414234755

11/18/2025

Join us this Thursday, November 20 at 12:00 pm to celebrate KOOTASCA Community Action in their new space at 822 NE 5th Ave in Grand Rapids!

11/17/2025

Join us and 55 of our valued Chamber members on Wednesday, December 3, from 4-7 pm at Timberlake Lodge Hotel for our annual Taking Care of Business event - and get your picture taken with Santa Serfling!

➡️ Open to the public - no cost to attend.
➡️ The first 50 community members receive a prize at the door!

🫶 Main event sponsor: Paul Bunyan Communications
🎅 Santa Serfling sponsor: Rapids Riders ATV Club Inc
👍 Follow our Facebook event page here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DLsjtRK2x/

If you are a Chamber member business wishing to participate - contact Kerry: kerry@grandmn.com

11/14/2025

Make sure you stay in-the-know with our weekly Chamber Newsletter - delivered to you via email with all the upcoming Chamber events, member highlights, educational opportunities, and news and information impacting our area and our businesses! https://www.grandmn.com/newsletter/
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11/13/2025

Join us Monday, December 8 at 11:45 at Timberlake Lodge Hotel as we explore Minnesota’s evolving cannabis industry including insights into how this emerging sector is creating jobs, fostering entrepreneurship, and generating new economic opportunities. We will also address common myths and misconceptions surrounding cannabis. Be sure to RSVP to: jennifer@grandmn.com