Monday, October 2, 2017
Upcoming Chamber Events
Public Affairs Forum:
City Council Candidate Forum

Tuesday, October 10 | 7:30 -9:00 a.m. | Bloomington Civic Plaza Rehearsal Hall

Many important decisions lie in the hands of elected officials. With numerous critical issues on the table that could impact businesses, the elections this fall will be more important than ever. Hear the candidates for Bloomington City Council discuss their perspectives on positioning Bloomington as a top city to do business.
DRIVE Social:
Oktoberfest at Gasthof

Thursday, October 5 | 5 - 7 p.m. | Gasthof zur Gemutlichkeit

Clink your steins at the joint DRIVE/MNCPA’s fall social at the Gasthof. Network with members of both young professional groups in the legendary Kellar Bar. Admission includes an Oktoberfest feast. We’ll have a ziggy-zoggy good time.

Thank you to our sponsor U.S. Bank.
Chamber Town Talk:
Mpls Ward 3 City Council Candidate Forum

Wednesday, October 11 | 5:00 -6:30 p.m. | Jax Café

Voters in the 3rd Ward have three candidates to choose from in November. Where do these individuals stand on issues that face the business community? We’ll ask the questions about workforce, economic development regulations, policies and more. We invite you to submit your own questions as well.

DRIVE Roundtable:
Super Bowl XLII - An Update on the Bold North

Friday, October 20 | 7:30 - 9 a.m. | the Local

The countdown is on: MSP will soon play host to Super Bowl LII. No ticket? No worries. Reece Anderson, manager of hospitality for the Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee, will offer insight on where to go, what to do and how you can still have an exciting experience when the Big Game finally comes to town. 

Thank you to our series sponsors Cara Irish Pubs, CenterPoint Energy, Wells Fargo and Xcel Energy.
Northeast Celebration:
An Evening of Business and Community Awards

Thursday, October 26 | 5:00 - 7 p.m. | Jax Café

This collaborative event is an evening of networking and recognition as we honor those that serve and support our community. This celebration includes complimentary appetizers, a silent auction and cash raffle. Your admission helps support the 2nd Precinct's Officer of the Month Awards. This is an event for the entire community so please join us!

Thank you to our sponsors Northeast Bank and Xcel Energy.