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Community Thread’s Executive Director Announces Retirement
After over ten years of steadfast leadership as Community Thread’s Executive Director, Sally Anderson, has announced her retirement at the end of the year. During her years leading the organization, Sally guided program development including the establishment of the Thrive program, designed to support older and disabled adults with living independently. She was instrumental in developing new volunteer initiatives. She worked tirelessly to streamline operations while addressing community needs such as
Support Local First-Year Educators – Monetary Donations and Classroom Supplies Needed for Teacher Kits
Community Thread is dedicated to supporting educators in our community. In preparation for the 2024-2025 school year, Community Thread is seeking monetary donations and classroom supplies for Teacher Kits, aiming to help 70 first-year teachers in the Stillwater area. Teacher Kits are designed to ease the financial burden that many teachers experience when preparing their classroom for a year of learning and growing with their students. According to USA Today, a staggering 90 percent of teachers spend
Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce Foundation graduates Class of 2022-23 LITV
The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce Foundation is pleased to announce that the Leadership in the Valley (LITV) 2022-23 class of cohort participants has graduated from the program. This fourth class of cohorts were recognized at the LITV Graduation Ceremony held on May 11, 2023 at 7 Vines Winery, Dellwood, MN. The Graduation Ceremony was sponsored by Market & Johnson, who has had multiple employees graduate from the LITV program. 24 participants went through the class, starting in September 2022
Community Thread Seeks Nominations for 2023 Community Involvement Awards
Community Thread is now accepting nominations for the 2023 Community Involvement Awards. The Community Involvement Awards, now in their 48th year, honor the work of exceptional volunteers in the community. “Volunteers make a difference in the lives of people and organizations in need,” said Leanna Miller, Volunteer Manager at Community Thread. “These awards shine a spotlight on volunteerism and honor the great work volunteers do throughout Washington County.” These awards recognize volunteers in six
Community Thread’s Holiday Hope Program Expands and Seeks Community Sponsors
Community Thread’s Holiday Hope Program Expands and Seeks Community Sponsors This year marks the 50-year anniversary of Community Thread’s Holiday Hope program. Since 1970, Holiday Hope has touched countless lives and left a lasting impact on those who would not otherwise have enjoyed the traditions of gift giving and a holiday meal. Over the past 10 years, the number of people impacted by this program has grown by 40% more households and 31% more individuals in the Stillwater Area School District
Community Thread Connector Bus Adds Additional Loop
Effective March 9, the Community Thread Connector Loop bus service will offer an additional one-hour long loop during its regular Monday service. The bus service runs every Monday from 10am – 3pm between Stillwater and Oak Park Heights. The bus makes scheduled stops at housing complexes including Birchwood Townhomes, Rivertown Commons, Green Twig Apartments, Oak Park Senior Living, and Ann Bodlovick Apartments. The bus seats 16 people and is handicap accessible. With a $3 all you can ride fare, riders may
Greater Stillwater Chamber announces Community Award WINNERS
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE celebrates the community at 4th annual Winter Gala Almost 300 business owners and community members gathered together Friday night, February 7th, at the JX Event Center for the 4th annual Community Award Celebration, Winter Gala. This year’s theme was Celebrating the USO. The military theme was evident through out the event with special displays of military artifacts borrowed from the Stillwater Armory, a P.O.W. table, the Pocket Flag Project, a bugle to announce
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES Community Award Celebration Nominees
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES Community Award Celebration Nominees for the Winter Gala January 2020. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the nominees for the 4th Annual Winter Gala Community Award Celebration. The Gala will be held on February 7, 2020, at the JX Event Center from 5:30 pm – 10 pm. The event’s theme is celebrating USO and will reflect a military theme. Guests will enjoy a sit-down dinner by the Lake Elmo Inn, a short program announcing the
Community Thread Hosts Free Tax Filing Assistance
Community Thread is hosting the Stillwater Site of the AARP Tax Aide Program, which provides free income tax assistance to low- and moderate-income taxpayers, with special attention to those age 50 and older. Trained and certified AARP Tax Aide volunteers will work with taxpayers to prepare and electronically file federal and state income tax returns. Returns can be prepared only for Minnesota residents who are not required to file a state tax return in any state other than Minnesota or Wisconsin. Not all
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Kicks Off Inaugural LEADERSHIP IN THE VALLEY Program
The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce officially introduced the Leadership in the Valley (LITV) program on Thursday, September 12th with their Kick Off Day. The inaugural Leadership in the Valley’s Kick Off day was a powerful one!The class of 28 co-horts learned more about themselves and each other through a series of StrengthsFinder exercises and team activities, including being introduced to a community project that each team will work together on throughout the program! Six non-profits were
Chamber celebrates Community Thread’s Connector Bus
Community Thread leaders and staff, DARTS representatives, city officials, community leaders and sponsors, cut the ribbon to celebrate the area’s new Community Thread Connector Loop. Photo courtesy JaneDierberger.art October 2018. Stillwater, MN. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce celebrates alongside Community Thread and DARTS with a ribbon cutting event for the new Connector Loop through Stillwater and Oak Park Heights on October 22, 2018. Attending the event were Chamber of Commerce
