Pequot Lakes Chamber of Commerce

02/14/2025

Shop Local makes a huge difference.

💡Don't forget:

For every $100 spent at a local business, $48 goes back into the local economy, compared to only $14 from chain stores.

In our little town, in the middle of February, when it's -20 outside, that's a BIG deal!

Shop local, friends,

💙Clasen & Schiessl CPAs, Ltd.

02/13/2025

What an amazing community we get to call home! Audrey you are going to do great things!

02/11/2025

🌹💕 Love is in Full Bloom! 💕🌹

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and nothing says “I love you” like a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers! 🌸✨

02/07/2025

✨ Smiles All Around at the 2025 Excellence in Service Awards! ✨

Last night was a celebration to remember! The 2025 Excellence in Service Awards brought together an incredible group of people, all dedicated to making our community shine. 🌟

A huge thank you to Breezy Point Resort for hosting this special evening and to everyone who attended, supported, and cheered on our outstanding honorees. Your passion and commitment make our city an amazing place to live, work, and thrive!

We can't wait to celebrate with you again at the 2026 Excellence in Service Awards! 🎉

02/06/2025

Tonight is the night! 2025 Excellence In Service Awards🎉❤

A huge THANK YOU to our sponsors—your generosity makes events like this possible and helps our community shine!

We can’t wait to celebrate with you all as we honor the outstanding individuals who make a difference in our community.

02/01/2025

Check out what’s happening in Crosslake tomorrow; Saturday - February 1, 2025.

2025 WinterFest SoupFest is TOMORROW!

There are 30 businesses competing for the Golden Ladle! 🎉🍲

Taste test as many soups as you can on Saturday 12-3 PM and vote for who you think deserves to take home the golden ladle this year! (VOTING CLOSES AT 3 PM ON FEB. 1ST) Download the Crosslake App to cast your vote.

Event information & rules: https://www.crosslake.com/SoupFest

01/30/2025

CROSSLAKE IS CALLING . . . .

01/28/2025

Join us at Lakes Area Food Shelf Wednesday morning 7:45-9 AM for our JANUARY Explore Pequot Lakes Business Meeting! 🍞🤲

Location📍
Lakes Area Food Shelf
29316 Patriot Ave | Pequot Lakes, MN

Meet and network with others, learn more about events, activities and organizations in Pequot Lakes, and share information about your business!
Event details: https://pequotlakes.com/Explore-Pequot-Lakes-Business-Meeting

01/27/2025

Friendly reminder: TOMORROW is the last day to registration to attend the 2025 Excellence In Service Awards! 🏆🎈

Register to attend at https://pequotlakes.com/excellence-in-service-awards

01/25/2025

EXPLORE PEQUOT LAKES:
We hope to see you on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Lakes Area Food Shelf
• 7:45 - 9:00 am
What a great way to start your day!

Yes, that's right, the Lakes Area Food Shelf is hosting a special Explore Pequot Lakes Business Meeting!

When: Wednesday, January 29th from 7:45 AM-9:00 AM
Where: 29316 Patriot Ave, Pequot Lakes, MN
What: This networking event is facilitated by the Pequot Lakes Chamber of Commerce, and all PL area businesses are invited to join. (No chamber membership necessary!)

It's an excellent opportunity to get to know your fellow business owners and to look behind-the-scenes at our role as a food shelf in our community.

Find more details on the event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/19rjAvj7Gh/

See you here next Wednesday!

01/25/2025

Here’s to an exciting year ahead with this incredible team of committed leaders. Together, we’ll continue to make great things happen for our community and businesses!
Special thanks to Jill Andersen
with Lonesome Cottage Furniture
and Colton Maher with Woods to Water Real Estate who serve on the Pequot Lakes Chamber Advisory Board and the Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.

The passing of the gavel!
We're welcoming Lori Kohorst of Party Time Rental as our 2025 Brainerd Lakes Chamber Board Chair. Thank you to Jesse Grant of Jim's Electric Company, Inc. for serving our members well in 2024. We're excited for the year ahead with this team of dedicated leaders!

01/24/2025

Scott Franke, the 2025 Employee of the Year Award recipient, will be honored at the Excellence In Service Awards on Thursday, February 6th, at Breezy Point Resort. Join us to celebrate his incredible contributions and show your support!

Scott was nominated by Beth Medeiros, who shared these words about him:

“He demonstrates relentless dedication through the extensive hours of work he provides as he addresses all matters pertaining to the care of the Post Quarters. He is creative and resolves issues such as, determining the integration of a new walk-in cooler for the Post with minimal interruption to operations. He establishes rapport instantly with customers building a solid customer base, and regularly receives rave reviews of the food he prepares…Scott’s infectious enthusiasm and selfless nature goes beyond serving the Post Veterans. He continually supports the Sons of the American Legion and the Post Auxiliary who serve the family members of veterans.”

Register to attend here by Monday, Jan. 27:
https://pequotlakes.com/excellence-in-service-awards

01/24/2025

Nancy Adams, the 2025 Citizen of the Year Award recipient, will be honored at the 2025 Excellence In Service Awards on Thursday, February 6th, at Breezy Point Resort. Join us to celebrate her incredible contributions and show your support!

Nancy was nominated by Angie Duus, who shared these words about her:

“Nancy’s unwavering commitment and passion for our community not only enrich our public spaces but also inspire others to get involved. She has dedicated countless hours to improving our community’s green spaces. Nancy’s unwavering commitment and passion for our community not only enrich our public spaces but also inspire others to get involved. Nancy embodies the spirit of community engagement and leadership, making her an ideal candidate for the honor of Citizen of the Year.”

Register to attend here by Monday, Jan. 27:
https://pequotlakes.com/excellence-in-service-awards

01/24/2025

Mary & Bob Peterson’s Tasty Pizza North, is the 2025 Business of the Year Award recipient. They will be honored at the 2025 Excellence In Service Awards on Thursday, February 6th, at Breezy Point Resort. Join us to celebrate their incredible contributions and show your support!

Tasty Pizza North was nominated by Lisa Kaneski (Dairy Queen - 2024 Business of the Year Award recipient), who shared these words:

“Tasty Pizza is a long standing business that has been in the Pequot community for over 20 years. Their food and hospitality speaks for itself. They have long term employees and treat all customers with kindness. Their impact on the local community is huge. Mary and her husband are extremely generous with our community. Tasty is one of those places that we count on as a town. They have been there so long we don't even consider their generous nature. We are lucky to have such generous business owners in our community.”

Register to attend here by Monday, Jan. 27:
https://pequotlakes.com/excellence-in-service-awards

01/23/2025

Kim Ziesemer, the 2025 Volunteer of the Year Award recipient, will be honored at the 2025 Excellence In Service Awards on Thursday, February 6th, at Breezy Point Resort. Join us to celebrate her incredible contributions and show your support!

Kim was nominated by Mark Jurchen (2024 Citizen of the Year Award recipient), who shared these words about her:

"Kim is a great Coordinator of events, fund raising, and her positive leadership in the activities she is part of... She is also reliable and shows up to do her part... She has a great sense of humor, which is so vital in her efforts with various roles and a smile on her face... Specifically, she provides positive experiences for our Miss Pequot Lakes participants and is there to instruct, guide, and set an example for the young ladies... That is what you can't measure in terms of activities and funds raised... Memories and a positive influence on someone's life, especially a child."

Register to attend here by Monday, Jan. 27:
https://pequotlakes.com/excellence-in-service-awards

01/23/2025

Jordon Goebel, the 2025 School Staff of the Year Award recipient, will be honored at the 2025 Excellence In Service Awards on Thursday, February 6th, at Breezy Point Resort. Join us to celebrate his incredible contributions and show your support!

Jordan was nominated by RaeAnn Hecker (2024 Volunteer of the Year Award recipient), who shared these words about him:

“Mr. Goebel has been an amazing addition to the Music Department at Pequot Lakes Middle and High School. He is a dedicated, passionate teacher who really cares about teaching all of his students the joy and importance of music through many different instruments. My kids have really enjoyed learning and working with him and I love to hear how he encourages the students to play and learn whatever interests them. He has been a valuable addition to the program and I am so thankful that he brought his expertise to our program.”

Register to attend here by Monday, Jan. 27:
https://pequotlakes.com/excellence-in-service-awards

01/22/2025

Wow! BlazeAir Productions is at it again with some beautiful photos! Hope you were able to enjoy the snow and fun this past weekend in Pequot Lakes. Look closely and you may spot our beautiful red building too. 😊