Events for June 2017
Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce
Jun 1    Public Policy Committee
The Committee meets monthly to look at local and regional public policy issues affecting the Twin Cities north area.
Date: June 1, 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.
Jun 2    Columbia Heights Business Council - Quarterly Meeting
GUEST SPEAKERS

PRESENTATION #1
Lori Peterson, Metro Regional Manager
EXPLORE MINNESOTA TOURISM  


AND

PRESENTATION #2
Lenny Austin, Captain
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS POLICE
 

Quarterly forum to bring public officials, business leaders, and non-profit/community organizations together to hear guest speakers, network with each other, and explore options for all sectors to collaborate with each other to benefit the local community.  

These meetings are chaired by Mike Scholl, Vice President at Northeast Bank
Date: June 2, 2017
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Public Library
​Conference Room
3939 Central Avenue

Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Contact: Mike Scholl, Northeast Bank
EMail: mfs@northeastbank-mn.com
Date/Time Details: Columbia Heights Business Council Meetings are hosted from 7:30 am to 9:00 am during September, December, March, and June.
Fees/Admission: No fee to attend
Jun 3    Community Shred Event
Join Us for our
Community Shred Event


Hosted by: Financial One & Trust Vets

 
-Free paper shredding by Veterans Shredding
-Free credit report by Financial One
-Veterans Service Information also available

Saturday, June 3rd
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Coon Rapids financial One
11465 Robinson Drive NW



 
Date: June 3, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Coon Rapids Financial One
11465 Robinson Drive NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Date/Time Details: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Jun 8    After Hours Networking Event
AFTER HOURS NETWORKING
New Bohemia - Roseville


Take a break from the work week to stop by for an opportunity to make great connections, have good conversation - and perhaps enjoy a libation or food item from the menu of our host.
Date: June 8, 2017
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: New Bohemia - Roseville
2730 Snelling Ave N
St Paul, MN 55113
Contact: John Connelly
EMail: john@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Free to attend.
Attendees purchase food and beverages.
Jun 14    North Metro Business Council - Quarterly Meeting
GUEST SPEAKER
A representative with the Metropolitan Council will present demographic trends and forecasts in the 7-County Metropolitan area. 
Also, hear the most recent updates on city activities from city officials
during the meeting.

Attend the North Metro Business Council and gather together with business owners, employees, and public officials in the North Metro Suburban area and talk about the importance of business community leadership and engagement in regional decision making.
Date: June 14, 2017
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Mermaid Entertainment and Event Center
 2200 County Highway 10
Mounds View, MN 55112 
763.780.2900
www.mermaidminnesota.com 
Contact: Jason Helgemoe
EMail: jsh@northeastbank-mn.com
Date/Time Details: The Mounds View Business Council, which includes the cities of Mounds View, Shoreview and Arden Hills, meets QUARTERLY from 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. the 2nd Wednesday during September, December, March and June 

Council meetings are chaired by Jason Helgemoe, Vice President at Northeast Bank (www.northeastbank-mn.com) 
Fees/Admission: No fee to attend
Jun 15    New Brighton Business Council - Quarterly Meeting
Guest Speaker: 


John Connelly
New Twin Cities North Chamber President

John will provide an overview of the chamber business plan.
Also, hear updates from city officials on most current events and business activities.


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: June 15, 2017
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Northeast Bank
1135 Silver Lake Rd NW
New Brighton, MN 55112
Contact: Bill Helgeson - Risdall Marketing and chamber board member
EMail: bill@risdall.com
Date/Time Details: The New Brighton Business Council meets Quarterly from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. during September, December, March, and June.
Fees/Admission: No fee to attend
Jun 16    Legislative Breakfast
LEGISLATIVE SESSION REVIEW

Guest Panelists
Senator Roger C. Chamberlain &
Senator Carolyn Laine

Moderated by John Connelly, Chamber President

Your opportunity to hear first-hand perspectives on the Minnesota Legislative session that is now in the history books. Areas of focus will include taxes, regulations and transportation. Time will be allotted for additional questions from meeting attendees.

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: June 16, 2017
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: NOTE VENUE CHANGE FOR THIS MEETING
Hilton Garden Inn
(In the same parking lot as Best Western Plus)
1050 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: John Connelly
EMail: john@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
 
 
Jun 16    Standard First Aid Class - FREE
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.

FREE AND OPEN TO ALL.
Date: June 16, 2017
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://www.bluecrossmn.com/centers
Location: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Roseville Retail Center
1647 County Road B2 West
Crossroads Mall (next to Dick's Sporting Goods)
 
Contact: Barbara Knutsen
EMail: barbara.knutsen@bluecrossmn.com
Jun 21    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!

FREE AND OPEN TO ALL.
Date: June 21, 2017
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.bluecrossmn.com/centers
Location: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Roseville Retail Center    
1647 County Rd B2 West
Crossroads Mall (next to Dick's Sporting Goods)
Contact: Barbara Knutsen
EMail: barbara.knutsen@bluecrossmn.com
Jun 22    Coffee & Connections
FEATURED SPEAKER
AMY BANKER, BLUE CROSS & BLUE SHIELD RETAIL CENTER


Learn more about Blue Cross & Blue Shield Retail Center as well as the products and services offered.
Amy will also showcase their community space and the healthy living events.


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 John Connelly, President at john@twincitiesnorth.org.

 
Date: June 22, 2017
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:

Address: 1647B County Road B2 W, Roseville, MN 55113
Phone: (651) 726-1100

Visit BCBC Retail website
Contact: John Connelly
EMail: john@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! 
 
Jun 22    Ballroom Dance Class
Have fun learning simple steps in Swing, Waltz and Foxtrot. Come with or without a partner. Hosted by Deanna Constantine who makes learning easy! Ballroom dancing has been scientifically shown to improve the physical, mental and emotional states of its participants.

FREE to all. REGISTER AT:
http://www.bluecrossmn.com/centers
Date: June 22, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Website: http://www.bluecrossmn.com/centers
Location: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Roseville Retail Center
1647 County Rd. B2 West
(Crossroads Mall, next to Dick's Sporting Goods)
Contact: Barbara Knutsen
EMail: barbara.knutsen@bluecrossmn.com
Jun 22    Savvy Social Security Class - FREE
Learn about how to coordinate Social Security with other sources of retirement income, how to minimize taxes on Social Security Benefits, five factors to consider when deciding to apply for benefits, and more from this class presented by Thrivent Financial.

FREE AND OPEN TO ALL.
Date: June 22, 2017
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.bluecrossmn.com/centers
Location: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Roseville Retail Center
1647 County Rd B2 West
Crossroads Mall (next to Dick's Sporting Goods)
Contact: Barbara Knutsen
EMail: barbara.knutsen@bluecrossmn.com
Jun 27 - Jun 28    Chamber Night at Running Aces
Join your fellow Chamber members for a fun night at Running Aces Harness Park
Date: June 27, 2017
Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Running Aces
Jun 28    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: June 28, 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
Jun 28    Meal Prepping: Set Yourself Up for Success
Learn how to create structure for planning healthy eating in a way that works for your lifestyle. Get healthy food tips, recipes and an outline of everything needed for a week’s worth of meal preparation.
Facilitated by Heather Bursch and Dawn Bryant of Bodies by Burgoon. Heather and Dawn — both foodies — transformed their lives with exercise and overhauling their eating habits. Their secret? Embracing a new style of cooking, and most importantly, preparation to set themselves up for success.

FREE AND OPEN TO ALL
Date: June 28, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Website: http://www.bluecrossmn.com/centers
Location: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota    
Roseville Retail Center    
1647 County Rd B2 West
Crossroads Mall (next to Dick's Sporting Goods)
Contact: Barbara Knutsen
EMail: barbara.knutsen@bluecrossmn.com
Jun 30    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: June 30, 2017
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: MB2 Raceway
45 Northern Stacks Dr
Fridley, MN  55421
Contact: Twin Cities North Chamber
EMail: events@twincitiesnorth.org
Date/Time Details:
June 30
8:30am - 10:00am.