Events for January 2017
Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce
Jan 3    Rotary Club of New Brighton/Mounds View
Image result for rotary international logo

The New Brighton/Mounds View Rotary Club is a service club, one of 34,000 Rotary Clubs in more than 200 countries. 

Locally, we are involved in activities and humanitarian programs to make our communities safer, healthier and happier places in which to live and work.
Internationally, we work with other Clubs and The Rotary Foundation in the areas of water and sanitation, peace and conflict resolution, literacy, maternal and child health, and food and nutrition.

Rotary International’s program to eradicate polio has involved other NGO’s and volunteers to immunize more than a billion children.

I hope you will visit us at a weekly meeting to learn about our local and global activities, enjoy good speakers, and meet other service-minded friends-to-be. 
Lunch is on us!. Call our Director of Membership, Todd A. Kruse, at 612.423.5621 or visit the Rotary websites at - 

www.nbmvrotary.org 

and 

www.rotary.org 

 
Rotary's Four-Way Test
Of the things we think, say and do:
Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
Date: January 3, 2017
Time: 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM
Website: http://www.nbmvrotary.org
Location: The Exchange Restaurant
Private Meeting Room
500 5th Avenue NW
(County E2 exit then west from I-35W)
New Brighton, MN 55112
http://www.exchangefoodanddrink.com/
Contact: Todd A. Kruse
EMail: todd@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details: Every Tuesday with lunch and a guest speaker included 

12:15 pm to 1:30 pm 
Fees/Admission: Potential Members are Free of Charge as guests of the club

Guests of club members are $10.00 paid by the respective club member 
Jan 4    Mayor Gary Peterson of Columbia Heights reception
This is an opportunity to thank former/retired Mayor Gary Peterson for his many years of "Above and Beyond" service to the City of Columbia Heights 
Date: January 4, 2017
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Landings at Silver Lake Village
Community Room
2551 - 38th Avenue , NE
St. Anthony, MN
www.landingsatsilverlake.com 
 
Contact: Liz Bray
EMail: lizbray@live.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesday - January 4, 2017

5 pm to 8 pm 
Fees/Admission: Free to attend

Appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages provided 
Jan 5    Public Policy Committee
The Committee meets monthly to look at local and regional public policy issues affecting the Twin Cities north area.
Date: January 5, 2017
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location: Chamber's Office    
Suite 22 (Lower Level)
Roseville Medical and Dental Center
1835 County Road C
Roseville, MN 55113
Contact: Todd Kruse
EMail: todd@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details: The first Thursday of every month.
Jan 7    New Brighton Health and Fitness Expo

Come explore new health and fitness opportunities at the 12th annual Health and Fitness Expo, sponsored by New Brighton Parks and Recreation. People who live, work, or play within the community or beyond can experience new local opportunities to begin a healthy lifestyle. Be active, live healthy during the overall wellness event. You will be provided:

  1. Over 40 exhibits for expert wellness advice
  2. Access to the fitness center (18+)
  3. $0 New membership enrollment and free member gift
  4. Group fitness trial classes and $5 off registration
  5. Personal trainer advice, 50% off orientation and 10% off services
  6. Pickleball demo
  7. Brightwood Hills golf demo and discounts
  8. Refreshments, prizes, healthy foods and supplements
  9. Massage and skin therapists
  10. Wellness assessments
  11. Products available for purchase
Date: January 7, 2017
Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Website: http://www.newbrightonmn.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/new-brighton-community-center/health-fitness-expo/?sec=1d236894-6dea-4c49-bd47-91bbd2021c49
Location: New Brighton Community Center
400 10th Street NW
New Brighton, MN 55112
Contact: Patrice Atkinson
EMail: Patrice.Atkinson@newbrightonmn.gov
Date/Time Details: Saturday, January 7th
9:30 am-1:30 pm
Fees/Admission: Free Admission
Jan 10    Rotary Club of New Brighton/Mounds View
Image result for rotary international logo

The New Brighton/Mounds View Rotary Club is a service club, one of 34,000 Rotary Clubs in more than 200 countries. 

Locally, we are involved in activities and humanitarian programs to make our communities safer, healthier and happier places in which to live and work.
Internationally, we work with other Clubs and The Rotary Foundation in the areas of water and sanitation, peace and conflict resolution, literacy, maternal and child health, and food and nutrition.

Rotary International’s program to eradicate polio has involved other NGO’s and volunteers to immunize more than a billion children.

I hope you will visit us at a weekly meeting to learn about our local and global activities, enjoy good speakers, and meet other service-minded friends-to-be. 
Lunch is on us!. Call our Director of Membership, Todd A. Kruse, at 612.423.5621 or visit the Rotary websites at - 

www.nbmvrotary.org 

and 

www.rotary.org 

 
Rotary's Four-Way Test
Of the things we think, say and do:
Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
Date: January 10, 2017
Time: 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM
Website: http://www.nbmvrotary.org
Location: The Exchange Restaurant
Private Meeting Room
500 5th Avenue NW
(County E2 exit then west from I-35W)
New Brighton, MN 55112
http://www.exchangefoodanddrink.com/
Contact: Todd A. Kruse
EMail: todd@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details: Every Tuesday with lunch and a guest speaker included 

12:15 pm to 1:30 pm 
Fees/Admission: Potential Members are Free of Charge as guests of the club

Guests of club members are $10.00 paid by the respective club member 
Jan 17    Rotary Club of New Brighton/Mounds View
Image result for rotary international logo

The New Brighton/Mounds View Rotary Club is a service club, one of 34,000 Rotary Clubs in more than 200 countries. 

Locally, we are involved in activities and humanitarian programs to make our communities safer, healthier and happier places in which to live and work.
Internationally, we work with other Clubs and The Rotary Foundation in the areas of water and sanitation, peace and conflict resolution, literacy, maternal and child health, and food and nutrition.

Rotary International’s program to eradicate polio has involved other NGO’s and volunteers to immunize more than a billion children.

I hope you will visit us at a weekly meeting to learn about our local and global activities, enjoy good speakers, and meet other service-minded friends-to-be. 
Lunch is on us!. Call our Director of Membership, Todd A. Kruse, at 612.423.5621 or visit the Rotary websites at - 

www.nbmvrotary.org 

and 

www.rotary.org 

 
Rotary's Four-Way Test
Of the things we think, say and do:
Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
Date: January 17, 2017
Time: 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM
Website: http://www.nbmvrotary.org
Location: The Exchange Restaurant
Private Meeting Room
500 5th Avenue NW
(County E2 exit then west from I-35W)
New Brighton, MN 55112
http://www.exchangefoodanddrink.com/
Contact: Todd A. Kruse
EMail: todd@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details: Every Tuesday with lunch and a guest speaker included 

12:15 pm to 1:30 pm 
Fees/Admission: Potential Members are Free of Charge as guests of the club

Guests of club members are $10.00 paid by the respective club member 
Jan 17    Workforce Development Committee
Workforce Development Committee
  • Trying to hire employees?
  • Need an encore career?
  • K-12 leadership and employer networking opportunities?

Your chamber is working to address workforce challenges and opportunities so if you have issues for the committee to address, want to be a guest speaker, or want to serve on this committee please contact the chamber office
Date: January 17, 2017
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Fairview Community Center- EDC
 
1910 County Road B West
 
Roseville, MN 55113
Contact: Karyn Thompson
EMail: karyn@jaum.org
Date/Time Details: 2 pm to 3 pm 

Monthly meeting - date set by chairperson 
Fees/Admission: Free to Attend 
Jan 18    Toastmasters Club
TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL 

When many people hear about Toastmasters, they often think that it is only for people who want to become professional speakers.

But that couldn't be further from the truth.

Toastmasters is an organization devoted to helping people improve their communication and leadership skills.

Yes, public speaking is part of that. But it is really just the beginning. Here are some other things Toastmasters can help you with:

Have you been told you don't listen well? Learn how to improve your listening skills through regular practice at our meetings.

Do you have an upcoming presentation you'll be giving for work? We can give you an opportunity to practice that speech, and offer some constructive feedback so when you give the "real" presentation, you nail it.

Do you freeze up when asked questions during meetings? Our meetings feature opportunities to give short, ad hoc speeches that will help you thaw out those situations.

Are you getting ready to take on a leadership role at work, or are you hoping for a promotion that takes you there? We can help you hone your leadership skills so you can be successful in that role.

Do you need to improve your communication style to be more concise and clear? We can provide feedback that will help you meet that goal.

In short: if one of your goals is to improve your leadership or communication skills, we can help!

Come visit one of our next meetings and we'll show you how.

Background for chamber members - the Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce is the historic sponsor of Toastmasters in our region.  We encourage chamber members to utilize the club's programming to help improve your organizations.  

Date: January 18, 2017
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
Cross of Glory Lutheran Church
5472 Adams Street
(near I-35W and County Road I ("eye") 
Mounds View, MN 55112
http://northsidemn.toastmastersclubs.org/


 
Contact: Avonelle Lovhaug
EMail: avonelle@codepoetrysoftware.com
Date/Time Details: Every Wednesday

7:30 am to 8:30 am
Fees/Admission: Free to Attend on first visit 

Annual dues are $100.00 
Jan 20    2017 Session Overview - Legislative Breakfast
2017 MINNESOTA LEGISLATIVE SESSION OVERVIEW 

Guest speakers include - 

 
  • Senator Roger Chamberlain- Chairman of Senate Tax Committee
  • Rep. Randy Jessup - Assistant Majority Leader 
  • Rep. Mary Kunesh Podein - Member of Education Innovation Policy Committee
Via the chamber's role of "Business Advocacy" the chamber hosts these gatherings to bring public officials and the business community together to explore collaboration, to learn from each other, and to air issues of concern which impact Minnesota's business climate.  
Date: January 20, 2017
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: BEST WESTERN PLUS HOTEL
Concordia/Hamline Room

North Metro Event Center  
(formerly was the Hampton Inn) 


http://northmetroeventcenter.com/location/  -   map to 1000 Gramsie Road in Shoreview, Minnesota 55126

This venue can be seen on I-694 (on the north side of the interstate) 
 
Green Mill Restaurant which will be catering our buffet breakfast. 
Contact: Todd Kruse
EMail: todd@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details: The chamber's "Legislative Breakfast Series" in held monthly from September through June each year. 

The chamber hosts these events on the third Friday of these months unless there is a national holiday which forces us to choose another date. 

These events are not held in July and August since Minnesotans are enjoying our great outdoors and/or the Minnesota State Fair! 
Fees/Admission:
PLEASE CONTACT CHAMBER STAFF FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 
 
INDIVIDUAL EVENT TICKET OPTIONS INCLUDE - 
 
$25.00 Members or
$225 for a Member-Only Season Pass
(10 meetings)
$40.00 Non-Members
 
 
Jan 21    Fridley Winterfest
FRIDLEY WINTERFEST 2017 

Come join your neighbors to celebrate winter!

Enjoy horse-drawn sleigh rides, ice skating, sledding, snowball launching, dog sled rides, and other activities.

If you prefer the indoors you can enjoy dancing, crafts, bingo, games, and refreshments.
Date: January 21, 2017
Time: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Indoor Activities

Fridley Community Center
6085 7th Street, NE

Outdoor Activities 

Commons Park
555 61st Avenue NE

Details at - www.fridleyMN.gov/Winterfest 
 
Date/Time Details: Saturday - January 21, 2017 

12 Noon to 3 pm 
Fees/Admission: Free to Attend
Jan 21    Running Aces January Comedy Show
COMEDY NIGHT AT RUNNING ACES CASINO AND RACETRACK
 
Headliner: Frank Roche NBC’s America’s Got Talent, Funny or Die

Feature: Zach Coulter ABSOLUT Funniest Comedian Contest Winner 2011, Minny’s Got Talent Contest Finalist 
 
Host: Marial Elizabeth Twin Cities Comedians To Watch 2015
 
Date: January 21, 2017
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://runaces.com/entertainment
Location: Running Aces Casino & Racetrack

15201 Zurich Street

Columbus, Minnesota 55025 
EMail: info@runaces.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday
 
January 21, 2017 
 
7:30pm
Fees/Admission: Tickets:

$15 in advance

$20 day of event
Jan 24    Rotary Club of New Brighton/Mounds View
Image result for rotary international logo

The New Brighton/Mounds View Rotary Club is a service club, one of 34,000 Rotary Clubs in more than 200 countries. 

Locally, we are involved in activities and humanitarian programs to make our communities safer, healthier and happier places in which to live and work.
Internationally, we work with other Clubs and The Rotary Foundation in the areas of water and sanitation, peace and conflict resolution, literacy, maternal and child health, and food and nutrition.

Rotary International’s program to eradicate polio has involved other NGO’s and volunteers to immunize more than a billion children.

I hope you will visit us at a weekly meeting to learn about our local and global activities, enjoy good speakers, and meet other service-minded friends-to-be. 
Lunch is on us!. Call our Director of Membership, Todd A. Kruse, at 612.423.5621 or visit the Rotary websites at - 

www.nbmvrotary.org 

and 

www.rotary.org 

 
Rotary's Four-Way Test
Of the things we think, say and do:
Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
Date: January 24, 2017
Time: 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM
Website: http://www.nbmvrotary.org
Location: The Exchange Restaurant
Private Meeting Room
500 5th Avenue NW
(County E2 exit then west from I-35W)
New Brighton, MN 55112
http://www.exchangefoodanddrink.com/
Contact: Todd A. Kruse
EMail: todd@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details: Every Tuesday with lunch and a guest speaker included 

12:15 pm to 1:30 pm 
Fees/Admission: Potential Members are Free of Charge as guests of the club

Guests of club members are $10.00 paid by the respective club member 
Jan 25    Roseville Business Council
Guest Speaker is - 

Timothy O'Neill, Regional Analyst
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development

Topic = 2017 economic outlook for the Twin Cities area 


 

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: January 25, 2017
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
Jan 27    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: January 27, 2017
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:

Bethel University 
Anderson Center

Room - ANC 207
 
Directions to Room - you will enter the building on the 3rd floor. Go down a floor and enter the Bethel suite on floor two, the classroom will be in this suite.

2 Pine Tree Drive
Arden Hills MN
Contact: Twin Cities North Chamber
EMail: events@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details:
Last Friday of every month.
7:30 a.m.
Jan 31    Snowfighters Appreciation Day with MNDOT
Snowfighters Appreciation Day 

This event is focused on recognizing and thanking the men and women who keep our transportation infrastructure snow and ice free during the winter months. 

The American Highway Users Alliance and the Minnesota Department of Transportation invite local public officials, chamber members, and the general public to attend so they can thank Minnesota's snowfighters and to experience snow removal technology first hand.

Hot drinks and snacks will be provided 
Date: January 31, 2017
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Website: http://www.highways.org
Location: Rosedale Center
East Court entrance
American Street and County Road B2 mall entrance
Roseville, MN 55113
http://www.myrosedale.com/hours-directions/
 
Contact: Greg Cohen
EMail: gregcohen@highways.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday - January 31, 2017 

9:30 am - Welcome Reception

10 am to 10:30 am - Guest Speakers

10:30 am to 11 am - tour equipment and Metro Bus transit station at AMC Theater parking lot 
Fees/Admission: Free to Attend 
Jan 31    Rotary Club of New Brighton/Mounds View
Image result for rotary international logo

The New Brighton/Mounds View Rotary Club is a service club, one of 34,000 Rotary Clubs in more than 200 countries. 

Locally, we are involved in activities and humanitarian programs to make our communities safer, healthier and happier places in which to live and work.
Internationally, we work with other Clubs and The Rotary Foundation in the areas of water and sanitation, peace and conflict resolution, literacy, maternal and child health, and food and nutrition.

Rotary International’s program to eradicate polio has involved other NGO’s and volunteers to immunize more than a billion children.

I hope you will visit us at a weekly meeting to learn about our local and global activities, enjoy good speakers, and meet other service-minded friends-to-be. 
Lunch is on us!. Call our Director of Membership, Todd A. Kruse, at 612.423.5621 or visit the Rotary websites at - 

www.nbmvrotary.org 

and 

www.rotary.org 

 
Rotary's Four-Way Test
Of the things we think, say and do:
Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
Date: January 31, 2017
Time: 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM
Website: http://www.nbmvrotary.org
Location: The Exchange Restaurant
Private Meeting Room
500 5th Avenue NW
(County E2 exit then west from I-35W)
New Brighton, MN 55112
http://www.exchangefoodanddrink.com/
Contact: Todd A. Kruse
EMail: todd@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details: Every Tuesday with lunch and a guest speaker included 

12:15 pm to 1:30 pm 
Fees/Admission: Potential Members are Free of Charge as guests of the club

Guests of club members are $10.00 paid by the respective club member