| Mar 30 - Apr 2 MRVDA Spring RV Show |
| Join us March 30th - April 2nd for the first ever Spring RV Show at U.S. Bank Stadium! With over 350 recreational vehicles on display and dozens of camping-focused vendors, the MRVDA Spring RV Show presented by Penn Cycle is Minnesota’s premier RV event. Talk directly with factory reps, get insights from experienced service techs, take advantage of dealer incentives and enter to win a Penn Cycle bike giveaway worth over $1,000! |
| Date: |
March 30, 2017 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://metrorvdealers.com/spring-rv-show |
| Location: |
U.S. Bank Stadium 401 Chicago Ave Minneapolis, MN 55415 |
| Contact: |
Conny Bergerson - Media Minefield |
| EMail: |
conny@media-minefield.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
March 30 - April 2 Thursday - Saturday, 10am - 9pm, Sunday 10am - 5pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Admission $10 *Free Admission Any Day for Active Military Members (Must Present ID Card) *Thursday Admission is $8 for Senior 55+ |
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| Apr 6 Public Policy Committee |
| The Committee meets monthly to look at local and regional public policy issues affecting the Twin Cities north area. |
| Date: |
April 6, 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: |
Sue Schabert |
| EMail: |
support@twincitiesnorth.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
The first Thursday of every month. |
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| Apr 11 American Cancer Society Series: Change is Inevitable: Saying "Yes" to What is |
Discover and enhance your capacity to accept “what is,” embrace it and move forward. In this speaker series hosted by the American Cancer Society you will hear from Ruth Bachman, a cancer survivor, mountain climber, award-winning author, and inspiring presenter. Join us to hear her message of perspective and resources necessary to navigate the inevitable changes that occur in life, by design or by happenstance, while recognizing the powerful potential for transformation by embracing “what is”.
FREE to members and non-members
TO REGISTER, VISIT: www.bluecrossmn.com/centers |
| Date: |
April 11, 2017 |
| Time: |
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.bluecrossmn.com/centers |
| EMail: |
barbara.knutsen@bluecrossmn.com |
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| Apr 17 Women's Networking Luncheon; A discussion with millennial women in business |
| Professional women from across the Twin Cities are coming together for our women's networking luncheon. We'll be discussing millennials, generational leadership, how the transfer of wealth impacts our economy, and more! Join us Monday, April 17, 2017 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Bloomington, Minnesota, near the Mall of America for an afternoon of powerful networking. Location: Hyatt Regency Hotel in Bloomington, Minnesota 3200 E 81st St, Bloomington, MN 55425 Make the most of your lunch hour at Encourage Her Network. Join us and surround yourself with the Twin Cities' most encouraging women who are founders, creators, connectors, and women who mean business. Smart women stay connected! Get to know our emcee! Robin Kocina, Owner and COO, Media Relations Agency Robin Kocina is a proven marketing industry leader who has been instrumental in growing Media Relations Agency from its inception in 1987 to its current status as a successful integrated marketing agency with international clientele and multi-million dollar revenues. Media Relations Agency includes Media Relations, a top performance-based PR agency, and the award-winning Checkerboard Strategic Web Development. Get to know our panel of female millennial business leaders! Panelist: April Davis, founder and CEO of LUMA ~ Luxury Matchmaking April Davis turned her passion into a lucrative business. Born in a small town, April had dreams of moving to the city and working her way up a Fortune 500 company. After achieving what she thought to be her dream, she felt unsatisfied. She decided to leave finance, Six Sigma and process improvement consulting to pursue a passion she had practiced for years among her friends : matchmaking. Her work ethic mixed with her skills of intuition and understanding people helped blossom her company. She understood the ins and outs of love. Not just the butterflies and hearts type of love ~ the real, long-lasting, take home to Mama, marriage material type of love. After all, she's married to a divorce attorney, which gives her a unique insight to know what's going to last. April founded her company in 2010 with no financial backing. Through extensive networking, hiring the right employees, and being innovative in regards to how she set her business apart from the competitors, her dream of help thousands of people find love came true. Now in its sixth year, LUMA Luxury Matchmaking has increased both its revenue and size, reaching over 25 cities across 17 states. April continues to find ways to innovate and bring her company to the next level. When it involves love, the sky's the limit. Panelist, Angel Adams, Co founder of Pediatric Innovations Angel Adams is the CEO and Co-founder of Catchwind Pediatric Innovations, a for-profit organization that helps bring pediatric technology to market more cost and time effectively. She's committed to raising awareness of the unmet needs within pediatric healthcare in political channels, having drafted three pediatric device bills to incentivize pediatric device development. She also serves as an advisor to multiple start-ups within the med-tech industry and as a board member to two non-profit organizations. Angel graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Business and Marketing degree. Panelist: Amy Quale, co-founder and chief publishing officer of Wise Ink Creative Publishing Amy Quale is the co-founder and chief publishing officer of Wise Ink Creative Publishing. Amy's passion for helping people launch their messages into the world led her to start Wise Ink in 2012. Wise Ink is an independent publisher that arms authors with totally custom books, marketing plans, and distribution services as well as educational tools to help authors publish books that matter. Amy has a master's degree in English. In her spare time, she enjoys singing, reading, and spending time with her family. Panelist: Sarah Nichols, founder and president of RSVTea, Inc. ? RSVTea is a beverage company brewing fizzy, energy teas. Sarah created RSVTea because she wanted a healthier option than energy drinks and something better than boring, flat iced tea. After incubating company concepts in the Mac Startups 2016 Program, RSVTea was one of six businesses selected for the competitive gBETA Accelerator Program. This is Sarah's first startup venture, and she's on a mission to "revive the power of celebration" with fizzy vibes. RSVTea, everyone's invited! Wishes & More® enhances the life of a child fighting a terminal or life-threatening condition by providing extraordinary experiences including wishes, scholarships, memorials and more. OUR COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT IS FEATURING WISHES & MORE. Wishes & More granted their first wish in March of 2015. Since then, over 850 wishes, scholarships and memorials have been granted to children in Minnesota and it's surrounding states. The organization established to complete the spirit of wish granting and support for children and families by filling critical gaps in service provision in our community. Wishes & More not only grants heart felt wishes to children with terminal and life threatening conditions, they also provide them with a $1,000 scholarship of Hope. They have a memorial program that provides monetary gifts to the parents of the child who does not survive to experience the joy of a wish. The goal is to honor the first choice wish of every eligible family that applies. We've joined forces with Wishes & More this month to help raise awareness of the organization so that one day every child facing these circumstances is able to achieve a life's dream. Make your personal and professional development a priority. We bring quality women together for great networking that always supports a good cause. Our community attracts a diverse group of women of all ages and backgrounds. We have fun getting to know each other and finding ways to support and encourage one another. You're sure to find the courage to connect at Encourage Her Network! |
| Date: |
April 17, 2017 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://encouragehernetwork.memberzone.com/eventregistration/register/5139 |
| Location: |
Hyatt Regency Hotel 3200 E. 81st St. Bloomington, MN 55425 |
| Contact: |
(952) 697-5218 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday, April 17th, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
GIVE BACK WITH US. We donate $5 of your ticket sale to our community spotlight. Members: only $30, includes your $5 donation to our community spotlight. Guests: $50, includes your $5 guest donation to our community spotlight. BRING A FRIEND PROMOTION $60 for TWO people to attend. Please register together when you come connected. This registration option includes both of your $5 donations to our community spotlight. BRING YOUR TEAM We offer VIP tables for up to 8 people: $210 We also offer VIP tables of up to 16 people: $420 EXHIBIT IN OUR MARKETPLACE. Marketplace display tables are only $99 for members of Encourage Her Network. Guests can participate in our marketplace for only $149. Vendors are encouraged to showcase their products/services and have the opportunity to be recognized by the entire audience, as well as offer a door prize giveaway, and get premium exposure at the event. |
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| Apr 18 Workforce Development Committee |
April meeting will be combined with the Vadnais Heights Economic Development Corporation (DHEDC) workforce meeting.
Note the change in location for this month only - to Junior Achievement in Maplewood. Meeting will include a tour of JA BizTown.
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
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| Date: |
April 18, 2017 |
| Time: |
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Location: |
Special Location for April Meeting
Junior Achievement Office
1800 White Bear Ave N
Maplewood MN 55119
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| Contact: |
Karyn Thompson |
| EMail: |
karyn@jaum.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Regularly scheduled Workforce Development Meetings are held monthly on the second Monday of the month:
Normal meeting time: 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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| Fees/Admission: |
Free to Attend |
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| Apr 19 End-of-Life Conversation - FREE Class |
This class makes it easy to have important end-of-life discussions using a fun game called “Hello”.
From burial preferences to the type of music you’d like to listen to on your last day alive, Hello raises important questions so you can make your wishes known now and relieve loved ones of having to make these decisions on your behalf.
TO REGISTER, VISIT: www.bluecrossmn.com/centers |
| Date: |
April 19, 2017 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.bluecrossmn.com/centers |
| EMail: |
barbara.knutsen@bluecrossmn |
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| Apr 19 Wills and Living Trusts Seminar - FREE |
Take control by protecting your assets and your loved ones through proper estate planning, presented by JUX Law Firm. During this seminar you’ll learn how to understand the advantages and disadvantages of Wills and Living Trusts; reduce/avoid Federal and Minnesota taxes and/or Probate; update and significantly improve your current estate plan, along with much, much more!
TO REGISTER, VISIT: www.bluecrossmn.com/centers |
| Date: |
April 19, 2017 |
| Time: |
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.bluecrossmn.com/centers |
| EMail: |
barbara.knutsen@bluecrossmn.com |
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| Apr 21 MNDOT at Legislative Breakfast |
Featured Speakers
Scott McBride, MNDOT Metro District Engineer
Nick Thompson, Metro Council's Director, Metropolitan Transportation Services
Get an update on what's happening currently and on the horizon for roads and transit services, including most recent assessments of travel trends and financial concerns.
Additionally, more details will be shared on specific funding, road conditions, congestion forecasts and generally and specifically in the TH 65 and I-35W corridors.
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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: |
April 21, 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: |
Sue Schabert |
| EMail: |
support@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
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| Apr 21 FREE: Standard First Aid Class |
This life-saving class is designed for anyone who wants, or needs, to learn how to respond to an emergency situation. This course certifies individuals in First Aid, and is valid for two years. Topics covered in this HeartCert American Heart Association certification course include: Recognition and treatment for heart attacks, stroke, diabetic emergencies, allergic reactions as well as first aid treatments to wounds, fractures, burns and other common injuries.
TO REGISTER, VISIT: www.bluecrossmn.com/centers |
| Date: |
April 21, 2017 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.bluecrossmn.com/centers |
| EMail: |
barbara.knutsen@bluecrossmn.com |
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| Apr 21 Integrated marketing: Your ticket to becoming a business celebrity! |
| Integrated marketing: Your ticket to becoming a business celebrity! presented by Jason Kocina and Heather Champine If you’ve ever wondered how to get more media coverage for your business, and how to squeeze the most from every opportunity? To get a reporter’s attention, should you send a press release or a Tweet? And once a story runs in the media, how can you multiply its impact? Is your website ready for new sales leads? What other digital marketing should you be doing? How important are infographics and video? Do you even know how to get started? Sales and marketing professionals often juggle a lot of responsibilities. Many find it difficult to find the time to even stay current on PR and digital marketing strategies, let alone to implement them. We will zero in on precisely what you need to know to get noticed in the media and online. |
| Date: |
April 21, 2017 |
| Time: |
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.smemn.org |
| Location: |
DoubleTree Park Place Hotel 1500 Park Place Blvd. St. Louis Park, MN 55416 |
| EMail: |
smeminnesota@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
April 21, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$24 for SME members; $45 guests |
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| Apr 26 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.
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| Date: |
April 26, 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
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| Date/Time Details: |
4th Wednesday of each month
7:30 - 8:30 a.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free for members and non Members |
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| Apr 26 Northeast Bank Anniversary & Community Banking Day |
NEW BRIGHTON ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Complimentary Original Hockey Mom's designer brownies will be served up fresh with a scoop of ice cream. One per person while they last!
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COMMUNITY BANKING DAY
FREE SHREDDING
Noon - 2:00 p.m. (Limit two bags or boxes per person.)
The New Brighton office is a collection site for the Ralph Reeder Food Bank.
Bring nonperishable food items to drop off anytime in April.
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| Date: |
April 26, 2017 |
| Time: |
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Location: |
New Brighton Office
1135 Silver Lake Road NW
New Brighton MN 55112
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| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday April 26, 2017
Noon - 3:00 p.m. |
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| Apr 26 Working Up a Sweat to Alleviate Anxiety & Stregthen Your Mind - DISCUSSION |
Hear how Heather Pratt, age 44, found the gym after years of struggles with anxiety and depression, and how sweating it out provides her with coping mechanisms to feel fueled, instead of drained. Attendees will leave this session filled with hope and inspiration by Heather's story of determination, transformation, and mental fortitude.
FREE CLASS
TO REGISTER, VISIT: www.bluecrossmn.com/centers
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| Date: |
April 26, 2017 |
| Time: |
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.bluecrossmn.com/centers |
| EMail: |
barbara.knutsen@bluecrossmn.com |
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| Apr 27 Coffee & Connections |
CHAMBER 101 - UTILIZING CHAMBERMASTER
Are you utilizing your access to ChamberMaster to promote your business events, or post specials or job postings?
Is your member profile up-to-date?
Are your contacts current?
Are you receiving the communications that are important to you?
If you have answered no to any of these questions, then attending this month's Coffee and Connections is a MUST! Learn the fundamentals of this online resource to increase both your business visibility as well as the types of information you want directed to you.
Coffee and Connections is a causal networking group that meets each month to connect and learn more about the business community. Each meeting features open networking over coffee, a featured guest speaker, and time for each attendee to give a 60 second business commercial and exchange referrals.
Chamber members and non-members are welcome!
Interested in being our featured speaker? Please contact Sue Schabert, Interim President at support@twincitiesnorth.org.
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| Date: |
April 27, 2017 |
| Time: |
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Location: |
Address: 500 5th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
Phone: (651) 348-6289
www.exchangefoodanddrink.com
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| Contact: |
Sue Schabert |
| EMail: |
support@twincitiesnorth.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Hosted the FOURTH Thursday of each month from 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free to attend!
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| Apr 28 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 28, 2017 |
| Time: |
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Location: |
Northeast Bank
1135 Silver Lake Rd NW
New Brighton, MN 55112
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| Contact: |
Twin Cities North Chamber |
| EMail: |
events@twincitiesnorth.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Last Friday of every month.
7:30 a.m.
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| Apr 29 Beer Fest |
Rates
- Tickets are $20 in advance. $25 day of the event.
About
Sample over 50 craft and microbrews. Admission includes a souvenir glass, $10 gaming voucher, and the chance to win prizes.
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| Date: |
April 29, 2017 |
| Time: |
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.runaces.com/BeerFest |
| Location: |
Running Aces Casino & Racetrack |
| EMail: |
info@runaces.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
April 29th, 2017 |
| Fees/Admission: |
Tickets are $20 in advance. $25 day of the event. |
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