Events for April 2014
Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce
Apr 1    New Brighton Family Dentistry
We welcome you to join the Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce on April 1st, 2014 at 5:15 pm for the New Brighton Family Dentistry Ribbon Cutting!
 
Tuesday, April 1st
Open house – 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting at 5:15 p.m.
  • Opening remarks by Chamber
  • Remarks by Dr. West
  • Remarks by City Official (Mayor if available)
  • Remarks by others if possible.
  • Ribbon Cutting!
Date: April 1, 2014
Time: 5:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Location: 2459 15th St. NW Suite C
New Brighton, MN 55112
EMail: tim@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, April 1st
Open House: 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting; 5:15 p.m.
Apr 1    FREE Financial Education Seminar
Settle the Score: Taking Control of Your Credit taught by Family Means: Register to Barb Emahiser: bemahiser@centralbnk.com or 763-545-9005
Date: April 1, 2014
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.centralbnk.com
Location: Central Bank: 945 Winnetka Avenue North, Golden Valley, MN
Contact: 763-545-9005
EMail: bemahiser@centralbnk.com
Date/Time Details: Tuesday April 1, 5:30-7:00pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
Apr 2    Chamber Toastmaster Club


Weekly Toastmasters meetings provide both Chamber members and non-members an opportunity to practice and improve:
  • General communication and speaking skills
  • Listening
  • Delivery
  • Body language
  • Use of visual aids
  • Impromptu speaking / elevator speeches
  • Leadership roles
Every meeting allows all attendees to participate, focus on one or more of the above skills, and experience good-natured humor and fun.  Positive and constructive feedback is provided in a very safe environment.

Where:

Cross of Glory Lutheran Church

5472 Adams St

Mounds View 55112


 
When:
Every Wednesday from 7:30 – 8:30 AM.  Members are not required to attend every meeting.
 
For further information, please contact Avonelle Lovhaug at avonelle@codepoetrysoftware.com or visit our Club website at http://northsidemn.toastmastersclubs.org
 
Or, better yet, drop in any time as a guest and experience a meeting.
 
Date: April 2, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location:

Cross of Glory Lutheran Church

5472 Adams St

Mounds View 55112

Contact: Avonelle Lovhaug
EMail: avonelle@codepoetrysoftware.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesdays
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.

Guests are welcome!
Fees/Admission: Fee to join club officially is under $85 per year.
Apr 3    Public Policy Committee
The Committee meets monthly to look at local and regional public policy issues affecting the Twin Cities north area.
Date: April 3, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location:
Chamber Office
525 Main Street, Suite 200
New Brighton, MN 55024
Contact: Twin Cities North Chamber
EMail: events@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details:
First Thursday of each month.
7:30 a.m.
Fees/Admission:
No cost to attend.
Apr 3    FREE Financial Education Seminar
Money Smart for Older Adults taught by Family Means. Register to Jean Berry: jberry@centralbnk.com or 651-351-1511
Date: April 3, 2014
Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Website: http://www.centralbnk.com
Location: Family Means: 1875 Northwest Avenue South, Stillwater, MN 55082
Contact: 651-351-1511
EMail: jberry@centralbnk.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday, April 3, 9:30-10:30am
Fees/Admission: FREE
Apr 4    Columbia Heights Business Council
The Columbia Heights Business Council meets the first Friday of each month on the 6th floor of the Northeast Bank Building on the corner of 40th and Central. 

These meetings are typically attended by the City Mayor, City Administrator, City Community Development Directir, County Commissioner, Fire Chief, Police Chief, School District, and double digits businesses.   Can't miss meetings!        

Date: April 4, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location: 6th Floor
Northeast Bank
3989 Central Ave NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Date/Time Details: First Friday of each Month
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Fees/Admission: Free to Attend
Apr 9    Mounds View Business Council

Attend the Mounds View Business Council and gather together with business owners and employees in the North Metro and talk about the importance of business community leadership and engagement in regional decision making.

Featured Speaker: Nyle Zikmund- Fire Chief of Spring Lake Park, Blaine and Mounds View

Date: April 9, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location: Mounds View Community Center
5394 Edgewood Drive
Mounds View, MN
Date/Time Details: 2nd Wednesday of each month.
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Fees/Admission: No cost or re-occuring time committment.
Apr 9    Chamber Toastmaster Club


Weekly Toastmasters meetings provide both Chamber members and non-members an opportunity to practice and improve:
  • General communication and speaking skills
  • Listening
  • Delivery
  • Body language
  • Use of visual aids
  • Impromptu speaking / elevator speeches
  • Leadership roles
Every meeting allows all attendees to participate, focus on one or more of the above skills, and experience good-natured humor and fun.  Positive and constructive feedback is provided in a very safe environment.

Where:

Cross of Glory Lutheran Church

5472 Adams St

Mounds View 55112


 
When:
Every Wednesday from 7:30 – 8:30 AM.  Members are not required to attend every meeting.
 
For further information, please contact Avonelle Lovhaug at avonelle@codepoetrysoftware.com or visit our Club website at http://northsidemn.toastmastersclubs.org
 
Or, better yet, drop in any time as a guest and experience a meeting.
 
Date: April 9, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location:

Cross of Glory Lutheran Church

5472 Adams St

Mounds View 55112

Contact: Avonelle Lovhaug
EMail: avonelle@codepoetrysoftware.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesdays
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.

Guests are welcome!
Fees/Admission: Fee to join club officially is under $85 per year.
Apr 10    Breakfast Networking
Featuring: Mike Kersey - Carpet King

Breakfast Club meets the second and fourth Thursday of each month and is open to all members as well as prospective members.  Everyone will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and their company.
 
Date: April 10, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:

Country Inn & Suites - Shoreview
5995 Rice Creek Parkway
Shoreview, MN  55126

Contact: Twin Cities North Chamber
EMail: events@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details:
7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Fees/Admission:
$10 investment includes networking and a hot breakfast.
Free if you bring a first time guest.
Free for you as well.
Apr 10 - Apr 11    ISO Internal Auditor Training
Program Details: Internal auditors are vital to a successful management system. Good internal auditing provides the necessary insight on how well the system is performing for you. The course will provide a detailed review of the ISO standard requirements and the proof that should be available to the auditor. Target Audience: Our internal auditor course is designed to help a range of people, from ISO novices to those experienced in auditing or managing the systems.
Date: April 10, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Website: http://www.uwstout.edu/profed/iso
Location: University of Wisconsin-Stout, Memorial Student Center, 302 10th Ave., Menomonie, WI 54751
Contact: Joni Geroux, 715-232-5270
EMail: gerouxj@uwstout.edu
Date/Time Details: Program Dates: April 10-11, 2014 Time: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Fees/Admission: See Website URL
Apr 10    FREE Financial Education Seminar
Who Wants to Be Me, Anyway?  ID Theft Awareness, taught by Family Means.  Register with Robin Skinner - rskinner@centralbnk.com or 763-274-3229
Date: April 10, 2014
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Website: http://www.centralbnk.com
Location: Central Bank, 18233 Carson Ct NW, Elk River, MN
Contact: 763-274-3229
EMail: rskinner@centralbnk.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday April 10th, 5:30-6:30 PM
Fees/Admission: FREE
Apr 11    Achieve Service Spring Fundraiser Gala
Greetings!
 
It is my pleasure to invite you to attend Achieve Service, Inc.’s annual Spring Fundraiser Gala: Achieve Where ART Thou? Along with celebrating art from local professionals and Achieve participants, this evening will also provide a social hour, entertainment, silent auction, live auction, and a gourmet dinner!
 
Achieve Where ART Thou? will take place on the evening of Friday, April 11th at Bunker Hills Golf Club in Coon Rapids. Tickets are $90/person and can be purchased online.
 
Sponsorships are also available at various levels and can save you money on the ticket price and allow your company to be recognized in a unique and exciting way. View our website for complete details.
 
We also request that your business consider making a donation for the live and silent auctions! Some great items might include gift certificates, event tickets, themed gift baskets, hotel or travel accommodations, or wine packages. Please contact me if you have an item you would like to contribute. All donations are tax deductible.
 
Join us and show your support for people with disabilities in your community!
 
Alex Carlson
Business Development Specialist
Achieve Services, Inc. – Blaine, MN
DIRECT: 763-717-7801
acarlson@achieveservices.org
www.achieveservices.org
 
Date: April 11, 2014
Location: Bunker Hills Golf Club
Coon Rapids   
Date/Time Details: Friday, April 11th
Fees/Admission: $90 per person
Apr 11    Ambassador Meeting
Attend the monthly Ambassador meeting to network with other Chamber Ambassadors, Discuss upcoming events, and plan delivery of new member welcome packets.
Date: April 11, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Chamber Office
525 Main Street, Suite 200
New Brighton, MN 55112
Contact: Kelli Burns
EMail: kelli@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details: 2nd Friday of Month
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Fees/Admission: No Cost
Apr 16    Arden Hills / Shoreview Business Council

Arden Hills / Shoreview Business Councils Co-Hosted By: Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce & Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce.

Attend the Shoreview/Arden Hills Business Council and gather together with business owners and employees in the East Metro and talk about the importance of business community leadership and engagement in regional decision making.

Date: April 16, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location: Northeast Youth & Family Services
3490 Lexington Avenue N, Deluxe Conference
Shoreview , MN 55126
Date/Time Details: 3rd Wednesday of each Month
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Fees/Admission: Free to attend
Apr 16    Chamber Toastmaster Club


Weekly Toastmasters meetings provide both Chamber members and non-members an opportunity to practice and improve:
  • General communication and speaking skills
  • Listening
  • Delivery
  • Body language
  • Use of visual aids
  • Impromptu speaking / elevator speeches
  • Leadership roles
Every meeting allows all attendees to participate, focus on one or more of the above skills, and experience good-natured humor and fun.  Positive and constructive feedback is provided in a very safe environment.

Where:

Cross of Glory Lutheran Church

5472 Adams St

Mounds View 55112


 
When:
Every Wednesday from 7:30 – 8:30 AM.  Members are not required to attend every meeting.
 
For further information, please contact Avonelle Lovhaug at avonelle@codepoetrysoftware.com or visit our Club website at http://northsidemn.toastmastersclubs.org
 
Or, better yet, drop in any time as a guest and experience a meeting.
 
Date: April 16, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location:

Cross of Glory Lutheran Church

5472 Adams St

Mounds View 55112

Contact: Avonelle Lovhaug
EMail: avonelle@codepoetrysoftware.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesdays
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.

Guests are welcome!
Fees/Admission: Fee to join club officially is under $85 per year.
Apr 16    FREE Financial Education Seminar
Who wants to Be Me, Anyway? ID Theft Awareness Taught by Family Means.  Register to Barb Emahiser: bemahiser@centralbnk.com or 763-545-9005
Date: April 16, 2014
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Website: http://www.centralbnk.com
Location: Central Bank 945 Winnetka Avenue North, Golden Valley, MN
Contact: 763-545-9005
EMail: bemahiser@centralbnk.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesday April 16th, 5:30-6:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
Apr 17    New Brighton Business Council

Attend the New Brighton Business Council and gather together with business owners and employees in the North Metro and talk about the importance of business community leadership and engagement in regional decision making.

Date: April 17, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location: Risdall Marketing Group
500 Main Street
New Brighton, MN
Date/Time Details: 3rd Thursday of each month
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Fees/Admission: Free to attend!
Apr 22    FREE Financial Education Seminar
Successful Money Management taught by Family Means.  Register to: lwaldo@centralbnk.com or 651-466-1582
Date: April 22, 2014
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Website: http://www.centralbnk.com
Location: Central Bank: 1650 South Lake Street, Forest Lake, MN 55025
Contact: 651-466-1582
EMail: lwaldo@centralbnk.com
Date/Time Details: Tuesday April 22nd 11:30am - 12:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
Apr 22    FREE Financial Education Seminar
Successful Money Management taught by Family Means.  Register to: Lisa Waldo at Central Bank: lwaldo@centralbnk.com or 651-466-1582
Date: April 22, 2014
Time: 9:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Website: http://www.centralbnk.com
Location: Central Bank: 1650 South Lake Street, Forest Lake, MN 55025
Contact: 651-466-1585
EMail: lwaldo@centralbnk.com
Date/Time Details: Tuesday April 22nd 9:30-10:30am
Fees/Admission: FREE
Apr 23    Chamber Toastmaster Club


Weekly Toastmasters meetings provide both Chamber members and non-members an opportunity to practice and improve:
  • General communication and speaking skills
  • Listening
  • Delivery
  • Body language
  • Use of visual aids
  • Impromptu speaking / elevator speeches
  • Leadership roles
Every meeting allows all attendees to participate, focus on one or more of the above skills, and experience good-natured humor and fun.  Positive and constructive feedback is provided in a very safe environment.

Where:

Cross of Glory Lutheran Church

5472 Adams St

Mounds View 55112


 
When:
Every Wednesday from 7:30 – 8:30 AM.  Members are not required to attend every meeting.
 
For further information, please contact Avonelle Lovhaug at avonelle@codepoetrysoftware.com or visit our Club website at http://northsidemn.toastmastersclubs.org
 
Or, better yet, drop in any time as a guest and experience a meeting.
 
Date: April 23, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location:

Cross of Glory Lutheran Church

5472 Adams St

Mounds View 55112

Contact: Avonelle Lovhaug
EMail: avonelle@codepoetrysoftware.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesdays
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.

Guests are welcome!
Fees/Admission: Fee to join club officially is under $85 per year.
Apr 23    Roseville Business Council
 

Roseville Business Council meetings are co-hosted by the following organizations:

City of Roseville
Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce
Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce

Attend the Roseville Business Council and gather together with Roseville business owners and employees in the East Metro and talk about the importance of business community leadership and engagement in regional decision making. 

Date: April 23, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location:

Affinity Plus Credit Union
2730 Snelling Avenue North
(just north of County Road C)

Roseville, MN 55113
 

Date/Time Details: 4th Wednesday of each month
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Fees/Admission: Free for members and non Members
Apr 25    Board of Directors
Board meetings are held on a monthly basis. Chamber members are welcome to attend. For a list of current board members, please click here.
Date: April 25, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:

Mounds View Community Center
5394 Edgewood Drive
Mounds VIew, MN  55112

Contact: Twin Cities North Chamber
EMail: events@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details:
Last Friday of every month.
7:30 a.m.
Apr 25    New Member Reception
New member breakfasts provide the opportunity for any new member to meet and network with members of the Board of Directors, Ambassadors, chamber staff and other new members.
 
All new and current Members are invited to attend this great networking event! 
 
Date: April 25, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Website: http://www.twincitiesnorth.org
Location:
Chamber Office
525 Main Street, Suite 200
New Brighton, MN 55112
 
 
Contact: Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce
EMail: events@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details:
Friday,
April 25th, 2014
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Fees/Admission:
No cost to attend.
Bring your business cards & any marketing material.
Apr 29    FREE Financial Education Seminar
Money Smart for Older Adults taught by Family Means.  Register to Barb Emahiser: bemahiser@centralbnk.com or 763-545-9005
Date: April 29, 2014
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Website: http://www.centralbnk.com
Location: Central Bank: 945 Winnetka Avenue North, Golden Valley, MN
Contact: 763-545-9005
EMail: bemahiser@centralbnk.com
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, April 29th, 5:30-6:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
Apr 30    Chamber Toastmaster Club


Weekly Toastmasters meetings provide both Chamber members and non-members an opportunity to practice and improve:
  • General communication and speaking skills
  • Listening
  • Delivery
  • Body language
  • Use of visual aids
  • Impromptu speaking / elevator speeches
  • Leadership roles
Every meeting allows all attendees to participate, focus on one or more of the above skills, and experience good-natured humor and fun.  Positive and constructive feedback is provided in a very safe environment.

Where:

Cross of Glory Lutheran Church

5472 Adams St

Mounds View 55112


 
When:
Every Wednesday from 7:30 – 8:30 AM.  Members are not required to attend every meeting.
 
For further information, please contact Avonelle Lovhaug at avonelle@codepoetrysoftware.com or visit our Club website at http://northsidemn.toastmastersclubs.org
 
Or, better yet, drop in any time as a guest and experience a meeting.
 
Date: April 30, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location:

Cross of Glory Lutheran Church

5472 Adams St

Mounds View 55112

Contact: Avonelle Lovhaug
EMail: avonelle@codepoetrysoftware.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesdays
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.

Guests are welcome!
Fees/Admission: Fee to join club officially is under $85 per year.