| Feb 1 - Feb 2 Member Listed Event: Great Neighbors' Food Fight |
| Local restaurants compete for the "best burger" title and you can help decide who wins. Purchase a Great Neighbors' Food Fight card and redeem it for one designated burger at each of the seven participating restaurants between February 1 and March 31, 2018. Try them all, then vote online for your favorite. The winning restaurant will be announced in April. Proceeds from the Food Fight card sales will benefit the emergency and supportive service programs at Neighbors, Inc. Bon apetit! |
| Date: |
February 1, 2018 |
| Time: |
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://everyeventgives.com/event/foodfight2018/ |
| Location: |
2018 Participating Restaurants: B-52 Burgers & Brew BLVD Bar + Grille Cherokee Tavern Concord Lanes Bar & Grill Jersey's Bar & Grill Mississippi Pub Perkin's West St. Paul |
| Contact: |
Heidi Satre
Events Manager
Neighbors, Inc.
651-306-2154
heidi@neighborsmn.org |
| EMail: |
heidi@neighborsmn.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Food Fight punch cards are valid February 1 - March 31, 2018. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$35 each |
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| Feb 2 Public Affairs Breakfast |
Your Chamber offers real-time information and resources on a number of issues important to your business. These breakfasts are designed for business community members to hear first-hand from lawmakers and industry experts on how legislation within all levels of government will affect their businesses' bottom line, job creation, growth and expansion. Members can also communicate their concerns, comments and questions.
The 2018 Legislative Session begins on February 20. As we venture into this legislative session it is important to ensure we have a thriving, successful community in which to do business. Join us as we host members from the Dakota County Legislative Delegation in a discussion about the priorities of the business community.
Invited members:
- Representative Pat Garofalo-District 58B
- Representative Rick Hansen-District 52A
- Senator Matt Little-District 58
- Representative Sandra Masin-District 51A
Stay tuned for upcoming speaker announcements.
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| Date: |
February 2, 2018 |
| Time: |
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Location: |
The Commons on Marice
1380 Marice Drive
Eagan, MN 55121 |
| Contact: |
Kelli Morgen
(651) 452-9872 |
| EMail: |
kmorgen@dcrchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
First Friday of the month. Series runs November 2017 through June 2018. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Single Event: $25
Non-members: $30
Series Pass: $160 per person
*Prices includes breakfast* |
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| Feb 3 Member Listed Event: Mentor Information Session |
Make a Difference in the Life of a Child or Teen
Kids 'n Kinship is a local non-profit making successful mentoring matches for over 45 years in Dakota County. Individual, couple, and family mentors are needed to provide friendship to youth ages 5-16 in need of a positive role model. Mentoring is fun and rewarding and can make a huge impact! Find out more at an upcoming Information Session:
Sat, Feb 3 from 10-11 am at Merchants Bank in Apple Valley
The Information Session is the place to hear about the children who are waiting for mentors, the volunteer screening process, and the activities and benefits provided by Kids 'n Kinship. We also have application materials at Information Sessions. We schedule Information Sessions every few weeks, so if this date is not convenient, we'll plan a date and time that works for you.
Please RSVP at rykinship@aol.com or 651-686-0990. See also www.kidsnkinship.org
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| Date: |
February 3, 2018 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.kidsnkinship.org/ |
| Location: |
Merchants Bank
14990 Glazier Ave #100, Apple Valley |
| Contact: |
Debbie Andrews |
| EMail: |
dakinship@aol.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, February 3 from 10-11 am |
| Fees/Admission: |
No Charge |
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| Feb 7 Business Owners Roundtable |
The DCR Chamber Business Owner's Roundtable provides fellow business owners with a forum to develop successful business strategies, engage a sounding board, and hear new tactical ideas. We promote open exchange of ideas through group discussion and individual expert presentations.
You must be a DCR Chamber member to participate. This is an invitation only group. If you are interested in joining this group, please email Nicole McCarthy - nmccarthy@dcrchamber.com |
| Date: |
February 7, 2018 |
| Time: |
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free to attend. |
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| Feb 7 Member Listed Event: VIRTUAL REFINE Gathering |
A networking group where like minded women meet to grow personally + professionally + in their faith.
An awesome space where you can connect, collaborate and grow your business/career and invest in yourself.
At the Refine Gathering you will be:
• renewed by get grounded in the word
• encouraged, understood and empowered
• fulfilled by being a blessing and be blessed by other women
• inspired to embrace who you are unapologetically
• nurtured by connecting with amazing like-minded women
• equipped to take action and your next steps with purpose
Come as you ARE! Do life with us! Together we grow personally, professionally, and in our faith!
To Register for the Refine Gathering »» http://refinecommunity/vipguest
*use the name Kim Leqve in the "who were you referred by box and be my guest for FREE*
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| Date: |
February 7, 2018 |
| Time: |
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.keepingitpersonal.com/gatherings |
| Location: |
From the comfort of your own home, office or where ever you choose to log onto your computer and join us! |
| Contact: |
Kim Leqve |
| EMail: |
kim@keepingitpersonal.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
The first Wednesday of each month
9:30am to 11:00am CST |
| Fees/Admission: |
To Register for the Refine Gathering »» http://refinecommunity/vipguest
*use the name Kim Leqve in the "who were you referred by box and be my guest for FREE*
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| Feb 8 Coffee Break |
| Start your morning off right with a fresh cup of coffee, a business card, and a visit to a DCR Chamber member.
The monthly Coffee Break was established to casually network while gathering in a comfortable relaxed atmosphere. Join us for a great morning of networking.
Note: This event is open to ALL MEMBERS.
Thank you to our sponsor:
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| Date: |
February 8, 2018 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Location: |
The Open Door Pantry
3904 Cedar Grove Pkwy
Eagan, MN 55122 |
| Contact: |
Kelli Morgen
(651) 288-9202 |
| EMail: |
kmorgen@dcrchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, February 8
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. |
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| Feb 10 Member Listed Event: Flapjack Fundraiser for Neighbors |
| A delicious family-friendly pancake breakfast to benefit Neighbors, Inc.! Breakfast includes: 3 pancakes, scrambled eggs, 2 pieces of bacon or sausage, coffee, juice and soda. Test your pancake stacking skills! The Flapjack Stacker game will be located in the parking lot throughout breakfast. |
| Date: |
February 10, 2018 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.everyeventgives.com/event/pancakesforneighbors/ |
| Location: |
Applebee's 5855 Blaine Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 |
| Contact: |
Heidi Satre
Events Manager
Neighbors, Inc.
651-306-2154 |
| EMail: |
heidi@neighborsmn.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, February 10, 2018 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$10 adults (ages 13+) $8 child (ages 2-12) |
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| Feb 12 Good Day Dakota County |
MSP Airport is the 16th busiest U.S. airport for passengers and 15th for aircraft operations. It recently was named the 2017 top North American airport for efficiency excellence in its size category by the Air Transportation Research Society. Arguably the most valuable economic generator for the State of Minnesota, MSP Airport supports over 76,000 jobs, $10.1 billion in business revenue, $1.9 billion in local purchases and $611 million in state and local taxes.
Please join us to hear from Bryan Ryks, Executive Director and CEO of the Metropolitan Airports Commission on the 2030 comprehensive plan and all the other exciting activities taking place at MSP Airport.
Thanks to our program sponsor:
Attendees will also have the opportunity to network with other Chamber members, enjoy a delicious lunch, and have the chance to win $100! You read that right! Each month we will be drawing the name of one of our member businesses. If there is at least one representative from that business in attendance, the $100 is theirs. If there isn't a representative in attendance, the $100 will be added to the pot for the next month! Thank you to Spire Credit Union for making this exciting addition possible. Your membership really does pay!
Interested in sponsoring Good Day Dakota County? Contact us at 651.452.9872.
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| Date: |
February 12, 2018 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
Valleywood Golf Club
4851 McAndrews Road
Apple Valley, MN 55124
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| Contact: |
Kelli Morgen
(651) 288-9202 |
| EMail: |
kmorgen@dcrchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday, February 12
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$25 Chamber members
$40 Non-members
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| Feb 14 Peer2Peer Roundtable |
Peer-to-Peer Development Roundtable provides the opportunity to network with your business peers; stay abreast of new developments through learning and sharing at each meeting; and achieve personal growth through educational topics relevant to your professional responsibilities. This group accommodates only one member per industry and total size is limited to no more than 25 members.
- Meets twice per month on the second and fourth Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
- Four social events will be held with other networking groups each year
- Application required with approval
- Attendance required - Must attend 75% of the bi-monthly meetings and one-half of the social gatherings.
- Non-Competitive; Industry Exclusive unless approved by industry peer
- Free to Chamber members in good standing
If you are interested in participating, please contact Jim Probst for more information.
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| Date: |
February 14, 2018 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Location: |
DCR Chamber Office
3352 Sherman Court, Suite 201
Eagan |
| Contact: |
Jim Probst, 651.455.4559 |
| EMail: |
jim.probst@fastsigns.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
2nd & 4th Wednesday's of the month
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free for Chamber members |
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| Feb 14 ChamberLead |
ChamberLead is performance-based and designed for sales-oriented business professionals interested in growing their bottom line through good quality referrals. This group accommodates only one member per industry and total size is limited to no more than 20 members.
- Meets twice per month on the second and fourth Wednesday from Noon to 1:00 p.m.
- Four social events will be held with other networking groups each year
- Application required with approval
- Attendance required ? Must attend 75% of the bi-monthly meetings and one-half of the social gatherings.
- Group members must provide a minimum of two qualified leads per month
- Free to Chamber members in good standing
If you are interested in participating, please contact Chris Dixon, 612.432.1021, for more information. |
| Date: |
February 14, 2018 |
| Time: |
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM |
| Location: |
DCR Chamber Office
3352 Sherman Court, Suite 201
Eagan |
| Contact: |
Chris Dixon, 612.432.1021 |
| Date/Time Details: |
2nd & 4th Wednesday's of the month
Noon - 1:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free for Chamber members |
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| Feb 18 Member Listed Event: OPEN HOUSE - Lexington Subway Restaurant |
Open House Event! Come meet the new owner.
Event Special:
Buy ANY 6-inch sub with ANY drink purchase, and get a 6-inch sub of equal or lesser price FREE!
- FREE cookie samples for kids
- Chance to win a FREE SUBWAY Party Platter ($34 value)
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| Date: |
February 18, 2018 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 9:30 PM |
| Location: |
Lexington Subway Restaurant
4250 Lexington Ave S.
Eagan, MN 55123 |
| Contact: |
Lexington Subway Restaurant
Phone: 651-681-9969 |
| EMail: |
sonialisubs@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Sunday, February 18th
9:00am - 9:30am |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free Event! |
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| Feb 20 Member Listed Event: Mentor Information Session |
Make a Difference in the Life of a Child or Teen
Kids 'n Kinship is a local non-profit organization making successful mentoring matches for over 45 years in Dakota County. Individual, couple, and family mentors are needed to provide friendship to youth ages 5-16 in need of a positive role model. Mentoring is fun and rewarding and can make a huge impact! Find out more at an upcoming Informmation Session:
Tues, Feb 20 from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Wescott Library in Eagan
The Information Session is the place to hear about the children who are waiting for mentors, the volunteer screening process, and the activities and benefits provided by Kids 'n Kinship. We also have application materials at Information Sessions. We schedule Information Sessions every few weeks, so if this date is not convenient, we'll plan a date and time that works for you.
Please RSVP at rykinship@aol.com or 651-686-0990. See also www.kidsnkinship.org
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| Date: |
February 20, 2018 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.kidsnkinship.org/ |
| Location: |
Wescott Library
1340 Wescott Rd, Eagan |
| Contact: |
Debbie Andrews |
| EMail: |
dakinship@aol.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, February 20 from 6:30-7:30 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
No Charge |
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| Feb 26 Member Listed Event: Creative MN Eagan Impact Study Release Event |
| Creative MN Eagan Impact Study Release Event |
Are you curious about the contribution of the Arts to our local economy and quality of life?
Then join us.
Monday, February 26 @ 5:30 pm
Eagan Room - Eagan City Hall
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Sheila Smith, Executive Director of Minnesota Citizens for the Arts and Chair of Creative MN, will share a report on the economic impact of the Arts in Eagan. You'll get an insight into the economic activity generated by the arts and artists in Eagan and the hard data you can use to advocate for your art organization.
Stay after the presentation for a discussion about the Super Block and make your mark on the vision for it.
Haven't heard of the Super Block yet? It's a placemaking idea that came out of community feedback and city's work with the consulting group at Forecast Public Art. Join us to find out more. |
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| Date: |
February 26, 2018 |
| Time: |
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Location: |
Eagan Room - Eagan City Hall
3830 Pilot Knob Road |
| Contact: |
Jamie Hopkins |
| EMail: |
admin@eaganfoundation.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday, February 26 @ 5:30 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 27 Coffee Break |
| Start your morning off right with a fresh cup of coffee, a business card, and a visit to a DCR Chamber member.
The monthly Coffee Break was established to casually network while gathering in a comfortable relaxed atmosphere. Join us for a great morning of networking.
Note: This event is open to ALL MEMBERS.
Thank you to our sponsor:
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| Date: |
February 27, 2018 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Location: |
Connect Hearing
1244 County Rd 42 W
Burnsville, MN 55337
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| Contact: |
Kelli Morgen
(651) 288-9202 |
| EMail: |
kmorgen@dcrchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tues., February 27
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. |
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| Feb 28 Peer2Peer Roundtable |
Peer-to-Peer Development Roundtable provides the opportunity to network with your business peers; stay abreast of new developments through learning and sharing at each meeting; and achieve personal growth through educational topics relevant to your professional responsibilities. This group accommodates only one member per industry and total size is limited to no more than 25 members.
- Meets twice per month on the second and fourth Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
- Four social events will be held with other networking groups each year
- Application required with approval
- Attendance required - Must attend 75% of the bi-monthly meetings and one-half of the social gatherings.
- Non-Competitive; Industry Exclusive unless approved by industry peer
- Free to Chamber members in good standing
If you are interested in participating, please contact info@dcrchamber.com for more information. |
| Date: |
February 28, 2018 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Location: |
DCR Chamber Office
3352 Sherman Court, Suite 201
Eagan |
| EMail: |
info@dcrchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
2nd & 4th Wednesday's of the month
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free for Chamber members |
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| Feb 28 ChamberLead |
ChamberLead is performance-based and designed for sales-oriented business professionals interested in growing their bottom line through good quality referrals. This group accommodates only one member per industry and total size is limited to no more than 20 members.
- Meets twice per month on the second and fourth Wednesday from Noon to 1:00 p.m.
- Four social events will be held with other networking groups each year
- Application required with approval
- Attendance required ? Must attend 75% of the bi-monthly meetings and one-half of the social gatherings.
- Group members must provide a minimum of two qualified leads per month
- Free to Chamber members in good standing
If you are interested in participating, please contact Chris Dixon, 612.432.1021, for more information. |
| Date: |
February 28, 2018 |
| Time: |
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM |
| Location: |
DCR Chamber Office
3352 Sherman Court, Suite 201
Eagan |
| Contact: |
Chris Dixon, 612.432.1021 |
| Date/Time Details: |
2nd & 4th Wednesday's of the month
Noon - 1:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free for Chamber members |
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