Chamber Newsletter June 2016

Detroit Lakes
June 2016
June 2016
Volume
23 No.23
6
Volume
CHAMBER
NEWS
No. 6
Official Newsletter of the Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce
Workplace Wellness Network Meeting
A meeting for area businesses:
Wednesday, June 8, 11:00 am -12:00 noon
at the DL Chamber; free and open to the public
Join us for a conversation sharing your successes and barriers with
employee engagement in your workplace wellness plan.
Discover how these can help: Competency, Autonomy, Relatedness, Purpose and Play.
Registration is requested. Please call 218-847-9202 or [email protected].
Volunteers Needed
The DL Chamber is busy with fundraisers, community events and
member activities. We need your help to make it all happen! Here are a
few upcoming opportunities:
Ambassadors: The DL Chamber Ambassadors meet the 1st Wed. of
each month to visit new businesses, meet new owners and
congratulate our members on business improvements. PLUS they help
with ribbon cuttings and groundbreaking ceremonies. We would like to
add a few more team members!
Arts & Crafts in Park: On Sunday, July 24, we will host this 38th
Annual fundraiser! We are looking for volunteers to assist throughout the day. From set-up and
tear-down to information booth, help is needed to make this a fun event! If you would like volunteer for a
2-hour shift let us know!
WE Fest Shuttle & Information Booth: August 4-6 we need approximately 50 volunteers to help us sell
tickets for the shuttle bus (ticket booths at Fairgrounds and Downtown DL) OR work the information/lost
& found booth in the concert bowl. Volunteers can earn free tickets to WE Fest or Gift Cards to
Cinemagic Theatres! (Volunteers must be responsible adults able to work with the public and money.)
Crazy Daze, Light Up the Lakes and more: The DL Chamber’s Promotions & Events Committee (P & E) is
looking to add more volunteers to assist with their many events! Help with planning through out the year,
or volunteer a few hours at your favorite event… all are welcome!
Volunteering is a great way to get your business and your staff connected to the community.
It provides an excellent opportunity to meet new people and perhaps your next best client!
At the DL Chamber, we love our Volunteers!
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The Mission of the Detroit
Lakes Regional Chamber of
Commerce is to advance a
vibrant business and tourism
economy through service,
advocacy, networking
and innovation.
We’re Working for You:
April 2016
YTD
š Walk-Ins
283
970
š Phone Calls
403
1,726
š Visitor Guides Mailed
530
1,517
š Website Visits
16,540
66,914
Online newsletter at:
www.visitdetroitlakes.com/
In April, the events pages on
VisitDetroitLakes.com had
9727 visits!
June 2016
Save the Dates
Summer at the Lakes can be a whirlwind of activities. The
www.VisitDetroitLakes.com event calendar has thousands of
events in 2016! Here are a few you many want to keep in
mind for your business, employees and clients:
June 3-4
Street Faire, Downtown DL
June 4-5
Shakedown at Detroit Mountain Rec. Area
June 8-11
MN Firefighters Conference in DL
June 9-11
9/11 Memorial Wall at Becker Co Fairgrounds
June 18-19 Quake the Lake on Big Detroit Lake
July 1-3
Growth of the Game, Detroit Country Club
July 4
Fireworks on Detroit Lake (boat parades on area lakes)
July 8-17
Northwest Water Carnival in DL
July 24
Arts & Crafts in the Park in DL City Park
July 27-30 Becker County Fair, Fairgrounds
July 29-31 Frazee Turkey Days
Aug 4-6
WE Fest
Aug 8-14
Pine to Palm Golf Tournament, Detroit Country Club
Aug 9
Crazy Daze, Downtown DL
Aug 19-20 Young Life Triathlon in DL
Aug 26-27 Ojibwe Forests Rally
~Carrie Johnston, Your Chamber President
Paint the Town Purple, June 12-17
Businesses in the Detroit Lakes Area are
encouraged by the American Cancer Society to help
bring attention to this year’s Relay for Life
on June 17th at the DL Pavilion.
A limited supply of “purple kits” will be available along
with information on the event. Please stop by the DL
Chamber Office to pick up a kit.
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Member
Renewals!
Thanks to the following members who
have renewed their membership from
April 23—May 24, 2016. Chamber
memberships renew throughout the
year. For a complete list see
business.visitdetroitlakes.com/list/
Cellular Communications
Kelly Services
Lake Detroiters Assoc.
Lakes Area Farmer’s Market
Seven Sisters Spirits
Wagoner Portrait Studio
“Opening Doors to Life in Christ!”
Member News
Congratulations to Michael Norby, co-owner of Norby’s Department
Store, on being named one of America’s Retail Champions by the National
Retail Federation. Norby is one of only 41 small business retailers to be
named as a 2016 Champion. MN Retailer’s Assoc. President says,
“Michael’s hands-on philosophy show in how he communicates with local,
state and national elected officials on matters that not only impact his
store, but also the stores around him and across the state. He brings a
vital family-owned, community perspective to the voice of retail.”
R & G Subaru donated over $21,000 to the Humane Society of the
Lakes! The monies were raised during their “Share the Love” event.
MLC Custom Homes (Bryan Schoenberger, owner) will host an Open
House at their new location and model home at 16075 Gravelle Lane, DL.
Join them June 14th from 4-7pm for treats and tours!
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Thanks!
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thank Brian Basham, DL News for
all his support and assistance to
capture Chamber and Community
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June 2016
Chamber Annual Banquet on May 5th
Peggy Akers, Hannaher’s, received the Rising Star Award
for her participation as a Chamber Ambassador.
Friends of Tamarac received a Tourism Award. Friends
Board President, Vonnie Jacobson, accepted the award.
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BTD Manufacturing was recognized with a Chairman’s Award;
James Vogt & Brittany Nordick accepted.
Jim Sinclair received the Chairman’s Individual Award.
~Photos by Brian Basham, DL News
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Annual Banquet on May 5th
Thank you to the Detroit Country Club for hosting
this year’s Chamber Annual Banquet.
Thanks to this years banquet sponsors:
Arvig
Bremer Bank
Detroit Country Club
DL Newspapers
Holiday Inn
Marco Inc.
Mid-Minnesota Federal Credit Union
Midwest MN Community Development Corp.
Pemberton Law Firm
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Sanford Health
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Dale Westley, M State accepts “The Gavel” from Jill Mack.
Dale will become the Chamber Board Chair on July 1st.
In celebration of their 100th Anniversary, the Detroit Country
Club is planning a flurry of activities. From course
improvements and new tournaments to celebrations in July…
be sure to come support the DCC 100!
July 1-3 Growth of the Game Activities including contests,
scrambles and a youth golf clinic with celebrities!
July 28 Community Celebration at the DL Pavilion. Food,
music, silent auction and history displays!
Aug 8-14 Pine to Palm Tournament. See the website for more
details on this and other club activities.
Detroit Country Club recognized for their 100th Anniversary!
Dr. John Emery is pictured.
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June 2016
Tourism Update
Dan Berg (left) received a
plaque of appreciation from the
City of Detroit Lakes for serving
on the Tourism Bureau (city
lodging) Board of Directors from
April 1, 2013 – March 31,
2016. Board chairman Eric
Wilkens made the presentation.
Thank you Dan!
Boat Races and Show
The second annual Detroit
Lakes Antique and Classic Boat
Show will be held Saturday,
June 18 from noon-4 pm in the
parking lot by the Holiday Inn. If
you’d like to treat Dad on
Father’s Day or are looking for
something free and fun for the
family, the powerboat races will
be underway at the same time.
This year’s tenth annual event is
named in honor of Jerry Simison, who lived in Detroit Lakes
and, with his crew, earned more
than 30 national and world powerboat racing championships.
The Jerry Simison Memorial
Quake the Lake X Powerboat
Races will be held Saturday and
Sunday, June 18-19 on Big
Detroit Lake by the Holiday Inn
starting at 1 pm. Both events
are free to the public. Contact
the Chamber if you have a boat
you’d like to display.
Over three days, birders attending the see a rarity in these
19th annual Festival of Birds recorded
parts—two Vermilion
174 species. More than 225 people
Flycatchers. A pair of
attended the event May 19-22. As well, elite binoculars was
another 200 Middle School students
presented to 15 year
learned about birds during a Friday
old Noah Kuck of
presentation.
Fargo. Noah has attended the festival for
We received many positive comments seven years and this year was one of our
from attendees
leaders. All of the
and speakers
recipients of the
about how well the
awards were surevent is organized.
prised and
We are fortunate
speechless. The
to have a commitMOU awards were
tee that is enthusipresented by Kim
astic about conEckert, an excepnecting people to
tional birder who
birds and nature,
leads trips across
and all the details
the nation and
to make it happen. (l-r) Patrice and Steve Roberts, Kim Eckert
also for the festiOne of our goals is to educate
val.
attendees and area youth on nature,
A big thank you to all the leaders, combirding and environment-related topics. mittee members, host facilities, partners
With birders from 11 states at this
year’s festival, it’s important to explain
the geography we travel by while birding on the bus. Attendees say how
much they appreciate the information
to better understand the bird habitat.
Our workshops and presentations are
educational—from learning how to use
a pair of binoculars, how to set up
your yard to attract birds, how you can
see migrating birds on radar, the process and people involved in saving the
Trumpeter Swan species, to the char(l-r) Noah Kuck, Carrol Henderson, Kim Eckert
acteristics of owls.
Two awards were given this year at
the festival by the MN Ornithologist’s
in the US Fish & Wildlife Service and
Union. One recognized Steve and Patrice DNR, and all involved in making the 19th
Roberts. The Roberts family live near
annual Festival of Birds a success!
Richwood and invited birders from all
Cleone Stewart,
over to come into their home last fall to
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Membership has Advantages
Membership in the DL Chamber can save you time and money. Here are a few ways:
Notary Public/Certificates of Origin: Notary and Certificate of Origin services are
available at your Chamber Office at no cost to you or your employees.
Contact your
local legislators
Senator Amy Klobuchar (DFL)
202.224.3244
Mailing Lists/Address Labels/Bulk Mail Permit: Send your message to over 450 member [email protected]
businesses. Pre-printed labels are available to members only for a fee of $25.
An electronic mailing list is available for member business use for a $25 fee. Members Senator Al Franken (DFL)
D.C.: (202) 224-5641
can use the Chamber’s bulk mail permit for use on their own mailings.
St. Paul: (651) 221-1016
Tax Deduction: The Chamber serves as an advocate for area businesses. Membership St. Peter: (507) 931-5813
dues are tax deductible as a business expense. See your accountant for details.
Seventh District Collin Peterson
(DFL) US House
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Cruise DL Nights in 2016
Bring your Cruiser to the Beach
The 2nd Wednesday of each month
Summer 2016 ~ 4:00-8:30PM.
June 8th, July 13th,
August 10th and September 14th
Special parking by the mile-long DL city
beach on West Lake Drive. Walk the
beach, shop, dine out, listen to the DJ
and relax in your lawn chair all while
surrounded by Classics, Cruisers,
Hot Rods and car enthusiasts!
Looking for sponsors for the Detroit Lakes 4th of July Fireworks!
Each year the community contributes to the 4th of July Fireworks fund to
help fill our sky and bring tourists to Detroit Lake. Our show costs
$15,000.00; please consider donating this year.
Thank you to Lakeshirts for again coordinating this effort!
Rod Skoe (DFL)
Senate District 2
651.296.4196
[email protected]
Kent Eken (DFL)
Senate 4
651.296.3205
[email protected]
Steve Green (R)
House 2B
651.296.9918
[email protected]
Paul Marquart (DFL)
House 4B
651.296.6829
[email protected]
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Chairman of the Board
Jill Mack...……………………...… 2017
Past Chairman
Breanna Adams ……...…….… 2016
Incoming Chair
Dale Westley…………………….. 2017
Treasurer
Jim Sinclair……...…………………2016
Directors
Dave Baer…………………….…… 2017
Marjorie Berg……………………..2018
Lori Blonigan………………………2018
Cheryl Chivers……….……...….. 2016
Melissa Hiemenz.……….………2016
Jodie Johnson………………..…..2016
Kevin McCullough……………….2017
Kristina Seifert………..….………2018
Jon Smith…………………………..2018
Jerome Tappe…………………….2017
Carrie Johnston… President
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Cleone Stewart…Tourism Director
[email protected]
Jean Erickson…Office Coordinator
[email protected]
Sandy Stilke...Membership
Services Coordinator
[email protected]
Phone: 847-9202 FAX: 847-9082
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www.VisitDetroitLakes.com
Tues/Sat
Tues
Thurs
Sat/Sun
Sun
Lakes Area Farmer’s Market, 10am-2pm, Peoples Park
Tuesdays in the Park, 7pm, DL City Park Bandshell
Summer Thursdays “LIVE” at The Lodge, 5pm (begins June 23)
Discovery Dives, Tri-State Diving
Wildlife Movies, 2pm, Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge
June 2016
1 Chamber Tourism Committee, 8am, Chamber
1 Chamber Ambassadors, 9:30am, Chamber
3 Shooting Star Scholarship Golf Tournament, Mahnomen Country Club
3-4 Street Faire at the Lakes, downtown Detroit Lakes
4 MN Muskie Fishing Opener
4 Free Family Movie, 10am, CineMagic Washington Square 7
4 Beach Bash, Holiday Inn
4-5 Detroit Mountain Shakedown Race, 8am, Detroit Mountain
6 Noon Rotary Scholarship Golf Scramble, 1pm, Detroit Country Club
8-11 MN State Firefighter’s Conference
8 Cruise DL Night, 4-8:30pm, West Lake Drive
9-11 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit, 3-9pm, Sports Arena Parklng Lot
9 Dave & Ted Dueling Pianos, 7:30pm, Holmes Theatre
10-11 Holy Rosary School Centennial Celebration
10-12 White Earth Pow Wow, White Earth Pow Wow Grounds
11 Leather Up for Lupus Motorcycle Ride, 11am, Eagles Club
14 Chamber Promotions & Events, 8:30am, Chamber
15 Chamber Board of Directors, 8am, Chamber
16 TeacHaiti Golf Scramble, 10am, Wildflower Golf Course & Fair Hills
16-19 HopeFest, Tower Road
17 Becker County Relay for Life, 5pm, DL Pavilion
18 ULTRA Summer Snowmobile Campout/Swap Meet/Show, Shorewood Pub
18 Antique & Classic Boat Show, Noon-4 pm, Holiday Inn parking lot
18-19 Jerry Simison Memorial Quake the Lake 12-4 pm, by Holiday Inn
20-25 Missoula Children’s Theatre Week, Holmes Theatre
21 Tourism Bureau Board of Directors, 8:15 am, City Council Chambers
21 DL Torch Run for Special Olympics, 6pm, DL City Park
24-26, 30 Shakespeare in the Park, 7pm, (4pm-26th), City Park Bandshell
25 Summer Solstice Festival, 1pm, Richwood Winery
26 Illuminight 5K, 9:45pm, Peoples Park
29 U.S. Airforce Band, 7pm, Holmes Theatre
http://business.visitdetroitlakes.com/events