Minnesota Networking Events Calendar includes networking groups, speed networking events, after hours business socials, womens networking events, Networking Seminars, Free Classes, Educational Workshops, Job Fairs, Community Event Listings, Charity Golf Tournaments, Chamber Events and much more...

• Tuesday, September 7, 2010 at 6pm

Baseball/Networking Event at Target Field
If you are a turnaround professional, and would like to network with your collegues in a FUN setting - This event is for you. The Turnaround Management Association, Upper Midwest Chapter has reserved the Budweiser Deck for the MN Twins vs KS Royals game on September 7th. REGISTER TODAY, Space is limited!
Sponsor: Fidelity Bank, Maslon and Platinum Group
Cost: Cost: $50 for Members, $75 for NonMembers Location: Target Field - Budweiser Deck
Registration: call Brenda Ryan at 612-708-0258


• Wednesday, September 8th, 2010 from Noon to 1:00pm

Free Fundraising Networking Lunch and Topic: Creative Ways to Share Your Results with Donors
Sponsors: Minnesota Council of Nonprofits and the Association of Fundraising Professionals - Minnesota Chapter
Pre req: must be currently be employed by a nonprofit to attend.
Location: 2314 University Avenue, Suite 20, St. Paul 55114
Info: http://www.mncn.org


• Wednesday September 8, 2010 from 8:30 - 9:30 am

SmartReader Seminar
Attend a one-hour briefing at the offices of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, where you'll learn how to maximize your new business development efforts by utilizing the information in the Business Journal.
Cost: FREE
Location: 120 South Sixth Street, Suite 900 , Minneapolis, MN 55402
Register: Call Nada Jones at 612-288-2150



• Thursday, September 9th, 2010 from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Good Morning Bloomington: Let's Connect Networking Breakfast
Sponsor: Bloomington Chamber of Commerce
Come give your one minute commercial during a popular networking breakfast. You are invited to bring brochures and business cards to pass out.
Cost: Member $12, Non-member $24 Online registration open until 9/7/2010 at http://www.minneapolischamber.org/chamber_calendar.php


• Thursday, September 9th - 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Business After Hours Networking
Join us for refreshments and light appetizers as the Roasted Pear hosts the September Business After Hours. This is a great opportunity to network and socialize with fellow chamber members and greet new ones!
Location: Roasted Pear, Burnsville, MN Cost: Free to attend
Sponsor: Roasted Pear and Burnsville Chamber of Commerce
For more information or to host an event: Call (952) 435-6000 or Email: anne@burnsvillechamber.com


• Monday, September 13, 2010 from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

QuickSTART Business Workshop
Is starting a business right for you? Presented by SCORE, counselors to America's Small Business. This introductory business workshop is designed to help you determine your readiness to start a business. You will learn how SCORE can help you define and evaluate your business idea, develop marketing startegy, find the best ways to fund your start-up and provide you tools for turning your idea into action while meeting other entrepreneurs.
Location: 14600 Minnetonka Boulevard Minnetonka, MN Another session will be held 9/16/2010 Southdale Library, Edina
Cost: FREE please preregister by calling 952-938-4570


• Tuesday, September 14, 2010 from 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

WIN Women In Networking Breakfast
Topic: Think Big and Follow the Money! Moving Beyond "Just Becoming Profitable". Featured speaker Amy Rolando. Whether you're just starting up a new business or need a kick to find new revenue sources, you will learn tools to help you achieve your biggest dreams. We'll start by thinking big, then funnel that thought into concrete steps of action and results.
Cost: Advanced registration members $25, guests $40 - same day registration add $5
7:30am doors open for informal networking and breakfast is provided.
Prize drawing: $30 gift certificate to Pairings Food and Wine.
Register: http://followthemoney.eventbrite.com/


• Tuesday, September 14th, 2010 from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Meet the Chamber! Bloomington
Location: Bloomington Chamber Conference Room 9633 Lyndale Ave. S., Ste. 200 Blooomington, MN 55420
Meet the Chamber, designed to give you an overview of the Chamber. New members, new employees and those who would like to gain a better understanding of what the Chamber can do for your business are encouraged to attend. Pre-registration is appreciated.
Info: http://www.minneapolischamber.org/chamber_calendar.php or call 952.888.8818
Cost: FREE


• Wednesday, September 15th from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

AM Coffee Break Networking
Join us for coffee and pastries as US Bank hosts the September A.M. Coffee Break. This is a great way to jump-start the day with networking and socializing with fellow Chamber members and meet some new ones!
Cost: Free to attend
Sponsor: US Bank and Burnsville Chamber of Commerce
For more information or to host an A.M. Coffee Break: Call (952) 435-6000 or Email: anne@burnsvillechamber.com


• Wednesday, September 15th, 2010 from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Get Acquainted Networking Breakfast at The Aster Cafe
Location: 125 SE Main Street, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Sponsor: Northeast Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce
Online registration open until 9/13/2010 http://www.minneapolischamber.org/chamber_calendar.php
Cost: FREE


• Wednesday September 15, 2010 from 8:30 - 9:30 am

SmartReader Seminar with Lee Tyree
I invite you to attend a one-hour briefing at the offices of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, where you'll learn how to maximize your new business development efforts by utilizing the information in the Business Journal.
Cost: FREE
Location: 120 South Sixth Street, Suite 900 , Minneapolis, MN 55402
Register: Call Lee Tyree at 612/288-2147



• Wednesday, September 15, 2010 from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

WIN Women In Networking Lunch
Topic: Brand Yourself as an Expert: Tips and Techniques to Show. Over the past few months WIN has provided sessions on the mindset behind thinking big and being seen as an expert. Now that we have the necessary way of thinking, its time to pull out tools to brand ourselves as experts.

In this session, Katrina Hase, branding veteran and owner of Mix Creative, will reveal top tools and techniques you can implement this year to establish yourself (and your business) as an expert in your field. These same techniques have helped her clients' businesses to develop a following of loyal clientele who recognize them as experts.
Cost: Advanced registration members $25, guests $40 - same day registration add $5
11:00am doors open for informal networking, lunch is provided.
Register: http://brandasexpert.eventbrite.com/


• Wednesday, September 15, 2010 from 3pm - 5 pm

Womens Business Development Center & Corporate Partner Networking Event
opportunity to meet and interact with your local women’s business community and corporations. Learn best practices, share ideas, exchangebusiness cards, and do business. Please scroll down to the end of the announcement to read the testimonials from our previous gatherings. Feel free to bring brochures or product samples from your company for the resource table. This year’s event will include a Panel of Experts from WBDCMN Founding Partners - Fredrikson & Byron law firm, Lurie Besikof Lapidus & Company (LBLCO) accounting firm, and M&I Bank – to share insights on opportunities for small businesses in the current economy.
Cost: Free to attend thanks to our Event Sponsor M&I Bank.
Location: Edina Country Club, Room Inverness South 5100 Wooddale Ave Edina, Minnesota, 55424
Info: Natasha Fedorova nfedorova@wbdc.org http://www.wbdc.org


• Wednesday September 15th, 2010 from 4:30 - 7:30 pm

Over the Top Overtime at High Five
Join The TwinWest Chamber for an Over the Top Networking Overtime at High Five, held in partnership with The Beard Group and Peg’s Countryside Cafe and Catering. Touchdown TwinWest Networking Overtime and football fare, a hosted bar, party favors, and tailgate tunes! Proceeds from the event benefit the TwinWest Foundation.
This event features a complimentary light appetizers, informal networking, and is free to attend. Nonmembers welcome. No need to RSVP.
Info: TwinWest Chamber of Commerce, tel. 763.450.2220 info@twinwest.com Location: Excelsior Tech Center 750 2nd Street NE, Hopkins, MN 55343



• Wednesday September 15, 2010 from 5pm - 5:45pm

SmartReader Seminar with Ryan Richardson
Uncover the secrets of how to find new clients, strengthen client relationships, watch your competition, and submit your company news to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. Immediately followed by the Gettin' Bizzy! Networking group.
Cost: FREE
Location: Sneaky Pete's 14 N 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Register: Call Ryan Richardson at 612-288-2151



• Wednesday, September 15th, 2010 at 6pm - 9pm

Gettin' Bizzy! Networking Event
Twin Cities open networking. Come network at your own pace, meet some great people and enjoy a cocktail.
Location: Sneaky Pete's 14 N. 5th Street Minneapolis, MN 55403 Right on the Light-Rail ultimatefunbar.com Park in several ramps or take Light Rail to the Warehouse District/Hennepin Avenue station!
Cost: FREE
For Info: go to http://www.gettinbizzy.com/ or call Jason Hopp at (612) 669-3808


• Wednesday, September 15, 2010 5:30p.m. - 7:30p.m.

How to Plan, Publish, and Market Your Book
Spend two intensive hours learning all the basics of publishing your manuscript. There are more than a few options for authors in this ever-changing market, especially with the renewed excitement about e-books. If you have a book idea or have written a manuscript and need to know where to start this is the workshop for you. We’ll cover publishing options for beginning writers, a step-by-step overview of the publishing process including editing, book design, and printing, and essential tips on marketing your book once it’s in print.
Sponsor: Beaver's Pond Press
Location: Bloomington Art Center, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd. Bloomington, MN 55431
Cost: $20 early registration, $30 at the door. call Heather Kerber at 952-829-8818


• Thursday, September 16, 2010 from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Developing an Emergency Response Plan
Sponsor: Bloomington Chamber of Commerce
Jackie Weber the City of Bloomington Emergency Response Specialist will speak about disater preparedness, fire supperssion, medical operation preparation and more.
Cost: FREE
Location: Bloomington Chamber of Commerce 9633 Lyndale Ave. S., Ste. 200 Bloomington, MN 55420
To Register: call 621-370-9100 or visit www.minneapolischamber.org/bloomington


• September 16, 2010 from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Social Media and Your Business
Learn how to utilize FaceBook and other social medias to give your business the competitive edge!
Contact: Metro North Chamber Office; 763-783-3553 or chamber@metronorthchamber.org
Location: Rasmussen College 3629 95th Ave NE Blaine, MN 55014
Cost: $15 members, $20 non-members.


• September 17, 2010 from 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Coon Rapids Sunrise Networking
Location: Location: Old Country Buffet 3580 Main Street, Coon Rapids, MN
Cost: $10 members, $15 non-members.
Sponsor: Metro North Chamber 763-783-3553 chamber@metronorthchamber.org


• September 17, 2010 from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Kwik Trip Ribbon Cutting, Open House and Networking
Free Coffee! The Vice President and Owner of Kwik Trip will be there to meet and greet guests.
Kwik Trip 9250 Springbrook Dr. NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Cost: Free
Sponsor: Metro North Chamber 763-783-3553 chamber@metronorthchamber.org


• Wednesday September 22, 2010 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm

SmartReader Seminar
Attend a one-hour briefing at the offices of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, where you'll learn how to maximize your new business development efforts by utilizing the information in the Business Journal.
Cost: FREE
Location: 120 South Sixth Street, Suite 900 , Minneapolis, MN 55402
Register: Call Nada Jones at 612-288-2150



• September 23, 2010 from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

GRAPEVINE WINE NETWORKING CLUB of the MetroNorth Chamber for an exclusive Oktoberfest beer tasting
5-6 pm Happy Hour, 6 pm Tasting Starts, 7 pm - on Cash Bar
Location: Paddy Wagon's 133 Coon Rapids Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Cost: $15 in advance EMail: andrea@metronorthchamber.org or 763-783-3553


• Tuesday, September 28, 2010 from 5:30pm - 7:30 pm

Ribbon Cutting & Networking Event: Fiat Wealth Management
Event Description: Fiat Wealth Management is proud to invite you to a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony as they celebrate their premier year in Long Lake. Fiat is an independent Financial Planning firm specializing in holistic financial planning designed to create order and simplicity in their clients' busy lives while helping them achieve their financial goals. Meet the team and take a tour of their new office. Fiat will provide camaraderie, networking, and refreshments. CoSponsored by TwinWest Chamber
Location: 1850 West Wayzata Boulevard PO Box 459 Long Lake, MN 55356
No cost to attend; members and nonmembers alike are welcome.


• Wednesday September 22, 2010 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm

SmartReader Seminar
Attend a one-hour briefing at the offices of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, where you'll learn how to maximize your new business development efforts by utilizing the information in the Business Journal.
Cost: FREE
Location: 120 South Sixth Street, Suite 900 , Minneapolis, MN 55402
Register: Call Nada Jones at 612-288-2150



• Wednesday October 5, 2010 from 8:30am - 9:30am

SmartReader Seminar
Attend a one-hour briefing at the offices of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, where you'll learn how to maximize your new business development efforts by utilizing the information in the Business Journal.
Cost: FREE
Location: 120 South Sixth Street, Suite 900 , Minneapolis, MN 55402
Register: Call Nada Jones at 612-288-2150



• Thursday, October 7, 2010 from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Good Morning Bloomington: Renewable Energies networking and panel discussion
Location: Sheraton Bloomington Hotel, Minneapolis South, 7800 Normandale Blvd, Bloomington, MN 55439
Cost: Member $20, non-member $40 Online registration open until 10/5/2010 http://www.minneapolischamber.org/chamber_calendar.php or call 612-370-9100
Sponsor Xcel Energy and Minneapolis Chamber


• Thursday October 7th, 2010 Starting at 11am over lunch

Magic Eye Marketing Meetup and MMMM Lunch
This networking opportunity is an open forum about marketing. First we'll start out with a 1 round the table 1 minute introduction and transition into an open forum conversation about marketing.Bring lots of business cards, questions and stories about what is working for your business in the marketing arena. We'll be meeting in the restaurant inside Byerlys in the back section. You can purchase your own lunch if you wish.Please signup for our monthly marketing gatherings at the web address below.
Cost: FREE
Location: at Byerly's St Louis Park in St. Louis Park, MN
Information: http://www.meetup.com/Magic-Eye-Marketing/



• Wednesday, October 13th, 2010 from Noon to 1:00pm

Free Fundraising Networking Lunch and Topic: Involving the Board in Fundraising
Sponsors: Minnesota Council of Nonprofits and the Association of Fundraising Professionals - Minnesota Chapter
Pre req: must be currently be employed by a nonprofit to attend.
Location: 2314 University Avenue, Suite 20, St. Paul 55114
Info: http://www.mncn.org


• Wednesday, October 20, 2010 from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

WIN Women In Networking lunch
Topic: Negotiate with Confidence - Whether you seek a promotion, higher pay, settling upon price or other expectations, you don't want to be left holding the short end of the stick in your negotiations. Join us as we learn how to negotiate with confidence.
Cost: Advanced registration members $25, guests $40 - same day registration add $5
11:00am doors open for informal networking and lunch is provided.
Location: Amore Victoria, Uptown Minneapolis, Free lot parking behind the restaurant
Register: http://negotiatewithconfidence.eventbrite.com/


• Wednesday October 20, 2010 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm

SmartReader Seminar with Lee Tyree
I invite you to attend a one-hour briefing at the offices of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, where you'll learn how to maximize your new business development efforts by utilizing the information in the Business Journal.
Cost: FREE
Location: 120 South Sixth Street, Suite 900 , Minneapolis, MN 55402
Register: Call Lee Tyree at 612/288-2147



• Wednesday, October 20th, 2010 from 4:30 - 6:30

Overtime at Brunswick Zone
Networking and fun with complimentary appetizers
Sponsored by TwinWest Chamber and Brunswick
Location: Brunswick Zone 7545 Brooklyn Boulevard Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 Tel. 763.503.2695
Info: TwinWest Chamber of Commerce, tel. 763.450.2220 dan@twinwest.com
No cost to attend. Complimentary appetizers. Nonmebers welcome.


• Wednesday, October 20th, 2010 at 6pm - 9pm

Gettin' Bizzy! Networking Event
Bring 50 or more business/contact cards! Our goal is for everybody to be Gettin' Bizzy! & have fun doing it! Make connections to grow your business & your social network!
Location: To be determined - check back we will have an update on location soon.
Cost: FREE
For Info: go to http://www.gettinbizzy.com/ or call Jason Hopp at (612) 669-3808


• Wednesday, October 27, 2010 from 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

WIN Women In Networking
Women's Speed Networking Event - Are you ready to put the pedal to the metal? Speed Networking is an accelerated and powerful way to create connections with other professional women. The format is fast and fun--you'll make more contacts, and introduce yourself to more women than a traditional networking setting. Put your business into overdrive!
4:00 Participants are encouraged to arrive early for a tour of OffiCenters amenities. 4:30-5:00 pm Enjoy informal networking, refreshments in the atrium. 5:00-6:00 pm Speed Networking!
Cost: Advanced registration members $25, guests $40 - same day registration add $5
Location: OffiCenters at International Plaza 7900 International Drive Bloomington, MN 55425 Free Ramp Parking
Register: http://winspeednetworking.eventbrite.com/


• Wednesday October 28, 2010 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm

SmartReader Seminar
Attend a one-hour briefing at the offices of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, where you'll learn how to maximize your new business development efforts by utilizing the information in the Business Journal.
Cost: FREE
Location: 120 South Sixth Street, Suite 900 , Minneapolis, MN 55402
Register: Call Nada Jones at 612-288-2150



• Wednesday, November 10th, 2010 from Noon to 1:00pm

Free Fundraising Networking Lunch and Topic: Generational Fundraising
Sponsors: Minnesota Council of Nonprofits and the Association of Fundraising Professionals - Minnesota Chapter
Pre req: must be currently be employed by a nonprofit to attend.
Location: 2314 University Avenue, Suite 20, St. Paul 55114
Info: http://www.mncn.org


• Wednesday, December 8th, 2010 from Noon to 1:00pm

Free Fundraising Networking Lunch and Topic: Prospecting Tools Top 10 List
Sponsors: Minnesota Council of Nonprofits and the Association of Fundraising Professionals - Minnesota Chapter
Pre req: must be currently be employed by a nonprofit to attend.
Location: 2314 University Avenue, Suite 20, St. Paul 55114
Info: http://www.mncn.org