Lake Street Council Events & Meetings

Mastering Restaurant Financials and Profitability
May
2
Lake Street Council

Mastering Restaurant Financials and Profitability

Join Victor Jones Consulting (VJC) for a dynamic workshop series designed to help Lake Street restaurant owners boost profitability, improve operations, and grow successful businesses.

Through hands-on sessions, entrepreneurs will gain practical tools and expert insights to strengthen their financials, enhance customer experience, and build high-performing teams.

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Mastering Restaurant Financials and Profitability
May
15
Lake Street Council

Mastering Restaurant Financials and Profitability

Join Victor Jones Consulting (VJC) for a dynamic workshop series designed to help Lake Street restaurant owners boost profitability, improve operations, and grow successful businesses.

Through hands-on sessions, entrepreneurs will gain practical tools and expert insights to strengthen their financials, enhance customer experience, and build high-performing teams.

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Mastering Restaurant Financials and Profitability
Apr
23
Lake Street Council

Mastering Restaurant Financials and Profitability

Join Victor Jones Consulting (VJC) for a dynamic workshop series designed to help Lake Street restaurant owners boost profitability, improve operations, and grow successful businesses.

Through hands-on sessions, entrepreneurs will gain practical tools and expert insights to strengthen their financials, enhance customer experience, and build high-performing teams.

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Fees, Fees and More Fees: Analyzing Your Credit Card Statements to Maximize Savings
Apr
18
Lake Street Council

Fees, Fees and More Fees: Analyzing Your Credit Card Statements to Maximize Savings

Join Good Money Payments and the Lake Street Council at this free group training to learn how to manage your small business’s finances and prepare your business for growth and success. This session will focus on analyzing your credit card statements to maximize savings.

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Fees, Fees and More Fees: Analyzing Your Credit Card Statements to Maximize Savings
Apr
17
Lake Street Council

Fees, Fees and More Fees: Analyzing Your Credit Card Statements to Maximize Savings

Join Good Money Payments and the Lake Street Council at this free group training to learn how to manage your small business’s finances and prepare your business for growth and success. This session will focus on analyzing your credit card statements to maximize savings.

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Lake Street Bash
Oct
9

Lake Street Bash

Every fall, our Lake Street Bash brings together local businesses, community and business leaders, policymakers, and you - all to support our Lake Street community.

Funds raised at this event support the Lake Street Council’s work to rebuild, strengthen, and advocate for the Lake Street business community and the Twin Cities at large!

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Lake Street Art Drop with Siman & Garaad
Oct
3
Visit Lake Street

Lake Street Art Drop with Siman & Garaad

The October 2024 Lake Street Art Drop is with artists Siman & Garaard!

Hints begin on our Instagram and Facebook stories @VisitLakeStreet at 6:00 pm.

About the Artist - Siman

“Hello, I am Halimo, known by my alias Siman, and my passion for art has only grown stronger over the years, fueled by my experiences in Somalia, Ethiopia, and now the United States. Coming from a family of artists, with both my parents being full-time artists and art teachers at their own school in Somalia, art has been an integral part of my life since childhood.

Every day, my appreciation for art deepens. I am a full-time artist, and my journey has taken me from working at Osman Art Gallery in Sheboygan—our family-owned gallery during the early days of the pandemic—to our recent move to Minnesota. Here, I continue to pursue my art career and have begun working with Kushite Art Gallery.

In 2015, on World Refugee Day, I was honored to win second prize in the UNHCR art competition titled "Open the Home of Peace," with my brother and sibling taking first and third prizes, respectively. This achievement was a proud moment for our family, especially considering that both my parents were first prize winners in the 1998 art competition organized by the United Nations, UNDP, UNOS, and UNESCO. Our shared success is a testament to our family's dedication to art.

As a representative for East African women, I strive to bring our unique stories and perspectives to the forefront through my artwork. My journey is not just about creating art; it's about celebrating my heritage, advocating for my community, and inspiring others to find their own voice in the world of art.”

Favorite Lake Street business: Hufan Restaurant, 1304 E Lake St

About the Artist - Garaad

“My name is Abdulahi (Garaad), and I am a visual and contemporary artist originally from Mogadishu, Somalia. Art has been my passion since childhood, and I have been working in this field from an early age. My journey brought me to the United States, specifically Minnesota, to explore new artistic boundaries and to share my cultural heritage with the Somali community here.

Throughout the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond, I have engaged in numerous projects. One of the highlights of my work has been my involvement in the Lake Street Façade Program, which aims to revitalize Lake Street with vibrant and diverse artistic expressions. As part of this initiative, I brought Somali traditional painting to life at several key locations: DurDur Grocery Store, Madina Mall, and the corner of Cedar and 6th Street.

In addition to my artistic endeavors, I am deeply committed to community engagement. I have worked closely with the youth, using art as a medium to inspire and connect with the next generation. My work not only beautifies public spaces but also fosters a sense of cultural pride and unity within the community.”

Favorite Lake Street business: Quruxlow Restaurant, 1414 E Lake St

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Lake Street Art Drop with Daniela Bianchini
Sep
5
Visit Lake Street

Lake Street Art Drop with Daniela Bianchini

The September 2024 Lake Street Art Drop is with artist, Daniela Bianchini!

Hints begin on our Instagram and Facebook stories @VisitLakeStreet at 6:00 pm.

Meet the Artist

Daniela Bianchini was born and raised in Cordoba, Argentina. She was given the opportunity to come to the United States and fell in love with Minnesota. She has been living here for the past 24 years and it definitely feels like home to her.

Daniela worked with several mediums until she fell in love with mosaics. She is very enthusiastic about composing a work of art by bringing many pieces together. Sometimes she feels her work is very much like life itself composed by mosaic pieces of experiences, places, people, colors, etc. She dives into the process of making mosaics with passion and excitement. She spends countless hours finding or creating the right pieces to make it all come together. Daniela’s goal is to bring art to the community. She wants to beautify spaces and create art to inspire everyone. She has dedicated her practice to public art for the past ten years and she absolutely loves it.

Daniela’s favorite Lake Street businesses are Panaderia San Miguel, Himalayan Restaurant, Midtown Global Market, and Dogwood Coffee!

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