
Business After Hours Hosted by ATHENA Awards
Business After Hours hosted by ATHENA Awards at 5Rocks Distilling Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, January 27, 2026 | 4:30 PM – 6:00
Gather your ‘team’ and join The Gathering Event Center and Squirrelly Mama as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, February 28th! This free networking event features two trendy Crosslake businesses and will be hosted at The Gathering Event Center. Guests will have the opportunity to mingle with the Chamber community while enjoying charcuterie cups and open faced sandwiches provided by Valeri Ann’s. Grab a beverage (cash bar, wine and bottled water) served by WineDown and Sportsman’s Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning! Learn more about our hosts from the owners, Haley Van Buren (The Gathering Event Center) and Jaclyn Wipper (Squirrelly Mama), during their interview with Matt Kilian (Brainerd Lakes Chamber President).
4:30 PM: Networking, appetizers and beverages
5:20 PM: Introductions
5:30 PM: Host interview
5:50 PM: Drawing for door prizes (must be present to win!)
Guests are encouraged to stay until the end for a chance to win fabulous prizes provided by our hosts! Attendees are also encouraged to bring door prizes.
Everyone is invited to learn more about the Chamber and gain exposure for their business by attending this free event. Business After Hours attendees pass the microphone and introduce themselves to the group, so bring your business cards and get ready to network!
As a courtesy to the host, advanced registration is recommended. To make your reservation, register at the link below or call (218) 829-2838.

Business After Hours hosted by ATHENA Awards at 5Rocks Distilling Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, January 27, 2026 | 4:30 PM – 6:00

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