2025
People of the Year
Chamber Banquet
FEBRUARY 12 ~ 6PM
Connell Community Center
Kent Olsen
Man of the Year
Olivia Grassl Kniveton
Woman of the Year
Aubrey Eppich
Educator of the Year
Chuck & Jane Nicodemus
Seniors of the Year
Leprekon Harvest Foods
Business of the Year
Mei-Ling Inn
Business of the Year
Eleanora Peters
Rising Star
Chamber Banquet
CONNELL COMMUNITY CENTER
The Greater Connell Area Chamber of Commerce presents a catered dinner and auction at the annual Chamber Banquet. Tickets are $30. Tables seat 8 but seating is not assigned or reserved. Please arrive early for seat and table selection. Tickets are available at Pizza Station and Kaffrin's or you can purchase online here.
Join us to celebrate the people of the year and honored businesses!
During the evening, you'll hear from honored and surprise guests as we lead up to the awards presentation for Man, Woman, Educator, Senior, Rising Star, and Businesses of the Year.
Here's a more detailed look at what you can expect:
* Thursday, FEB 12 ~ 6:00pm *
- Table decorators may arrive earlier (contact us).
- Doors open at 5:00pm for general attendance.
- We expect to serve dinner promptly at 6pm.
- Arrive a little early for table and seat selection.
- Each table is custom-decorated with lots of giveaways.
- Meet and mingle with other members of the community.
- Local public officials will speak as dessert is served.
- Bid on select items during the auction, which will happen following dinner.
- Learn about the award recipients and honored businesses.
- Claim your table gifts and pay for your auction items as you depart for the evening.
The Chamber Banquet is a great way to have a fun and informative night out. It's also a chance to discover new businesses and people that you might not otherwise know.

Calling All Local Businesses
Let your table represent your business beautifully
Is your business is hosting or sponsoring a table at the upcoming Chamber Banquet?
Now is the time to order your flower centerpieces!
This is one of the busiest seasons for florists, so order early.
Message us or order at www.yourinbloom.com
(509) 531-5023
THURSDAY
FEB 12
6PM

















