Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber and Welcome Center

10/06/2026

Conservation in action starts long before a lake day or trail walk. 🌿 From field check-ins to hands-on learning and community outreach, Pope SWCD helps care for the land and water that make Pope County such a great place to explore. What local stewardship work inspires you?

Pope Soil & Water Conservation District

10/02/2026

Fall patio plans, Glenwood Lakes style 🍷
🌾 Ease into golden-hour vineyard views
🧀 Share a board, flatbread, or crisp pour
🔥 Stay as the air cools and the patio lights come on
Save this for your next cozy tasting night.

Rolling Forks Vineyards

09/30/2026

Chamber members, want to see your business featured on our Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok posts?

Please follow our pages so we can tag you, send us or tag us in your victories, and share your favorite photos in our community upload link: https://shrpa.com/upload/glenwoodmn/businesses

09/30/2026

Please help us continue to spread the word to youth in our community! We're up to 10 vendors!

Do you know a young person who loves creating, building, baking, making, or dreaming up new ideas?

Made by Minnewaska is a free youth market and vendor event giving local entrepreneurs 18 and under the opportunity to showcase their ideas, sell their products, and gain real-world business experience.

📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
🌟 Glenwood Chamber

From baked goods, art and handmade products to woodworking, clothing, services and innovative business ideas, we want to see what our young entrepreneurs are creating!

Parents, teachers, grandparents, coaches and business owners: Help us find these kids and encourage them to take the next step with their idea.

And to our community: mark your calendar and come shop! Showing up and supporting these young entrepreneurs is one of the best ways we can encourage our next generation of local business leaders.

Register here:
https://www.chamberorganizer.com/Calendar/moreinfo_responsive.php?org_id=GLAC&eventid=577155

Big Ideas Start Here!

09/30/2026

Big machines, skilled hands, and hometown know-how keep local AG commerce moving in the Glenwood Lakes Area. From the lot to the service bays, equipment dealers bring craftsmanship, problem-solving, and workforce pride to the community every day.

As we approach harvest, local machinery and repair dealerships become even more important to our community, helping keep farmers equipped, repaired, and ready for the season ahead.

This time of year, please be extra cautious on the roads. With farmers moving machinery between fields and bringing equipment in for repairs, traffic can look a little different. Slow down, stay alert, and give everyone the space they need to get where they’re going safely.

Red Horizon Equipment Truck & Xpress

09/26/2026

🍽️ We're Hiring: Head Cook 🍽️

Minnewaska Area Schools is looking for a Head Cook to join our Food Service team!

What to Know:
📆 9-month position (169 student school days)
⏰ 6–7 hours/day
📋 ServSafe Licensing & HACCP familiarity preferred
✅ Benefits package included

Ready to Apply?
Send a letter of application and resume to:

Supt. Scott Lempka
Minnewaska Area Schools
25122 State Hwy 28
Glenwood, MN 56334
📧 [email protected]

Applications are also available at the District Office.

This position is open until filled — don't wait, apply today!
https://www.minnewaska.k12.mn.us/departments/human-resources/

09/26/2026

Why choose between earning a paycheck and building a career when you can do both?

At Midwest Machinery, you’ll gain hands-on experience, build valuable skills, and have opportunities to grow. All while making an impact close to home.

We offer competitive pay, great benefits, free healthcare options, training, and career development opportunities to help you build a future you’re proud of.

We’re hiring across Minnesota and western Wisconsin! Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them below—because great people know great people.

https://hubs.li/Q04xpgGT0

09/26/2026

It’s not just one purchase — it’s the habit.
Small, consistent support keeps local businesses going year-round.

09/24/2026

Exciting things are happening at FAST Global Solutions here in Glenwood!

FAST Global Solutions and TC/American Crane Company partnered to design and install a custom SPANMASTER® overhead lifting system. The project showcases how two long‑standing local manufacturers can strengthen community industry through innovation, collaboration, and shared commitment to quality a...

09/24/2026

Thank you, Rolling Forks Vineyards, for hosting our first Off the Clock event! We had a great time learning and getting to see harvest and production firsthand!

We are so lucky to have this local business, which consistently puts Glenwood on the map and has created a destination well worth traveling to!

Make sure to cast your vote for them before 9/27/2026, as they have been nominated for the Best of the Best 2026 award! https://www.bestofthemidwest.com/alexandria/best-of-the-best-alexandria #/gallery?group=550747