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City of Eden Prairie Events Calendar | City of Eden Prairie

The City of Eden Prairie Events Calendar is a complete list of City-run or City-sponsored events, including public meetings and community events.

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The Eden Prairie Chamber Offices will be CLOSED on July 4th and 5th. Have a happy 4th of July!
Upcoming Events
July 10: Member Appreciation After-hours Networking

Come visit us at the chamber for a 1 hour open house/networking opportunity! Stop in for a few minutes to check out our new(ish) office or hang out and network with your fellow members. We will also have some fun door prizes to hand out!

Also, stop downstairs to our new members, Healthe, for their open house afterwards. Members are welcome to bring a guest to this event! 

Date: Wednesday, July 10, 4:30-5:30pm
Location: Eden Prairie Chamber (10925 Valley View Rd., Ste. 200, Eden Prairie)
Cost: FREE (We ask that you register for planning purposes)
July 16: One More Customer

This is a joint event between Eden Prairie, Richfield, and Edina Chambers of Commerce.

One More Customer Featuring Fran Tarkenton Leading Transformational Change with James Rosseau, Sr. Founder of The Corelink Solution

Growing your business means leading change. But how do you bring your team along? Too many businesses get stuck trying to grow without incorporating the transformational principles that will engage, motivate, and empower their employees. Being a great business owner means being a great leader of people.

James Rosseau will share the lessons he has learned across two decades of leading transformational change in teams large and small, including:
  • The 5 inherent challenges you WILL face in leading change
  • The 3 themes that must guide your efforts to empower you team
  • How to create top line and bottom line growth as a result

Date: Tuesday, July 16, 7:15-8:30am
Location: RB Honda-Executive Conference Room- 2nd Floor, East Side (501 W 77th Street Richfield, MN 55423)
Cost: One More Customer is a monthly webinar the Chamber is excited to offer to it's members and their guests at no charge. Please register to reserve your spot; space is limited.  
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July 16: Breakfast Networking

Join us for a casual, breakfast networking event on July 16th at OPH. No need to register; just show up, order what you would like, and participate in conversation with your fellow members as well as non-members! Please feel free to bring a guest or coworker to this event as well!

Date: Tuesday, July 16, 7:30-8:30am
Location: Original Pancake House (549 Prairie Center Dr., Eden Prairie)
Cost: FREE
July 24: Cranes, Trains, and Economic Development Bus Tour

FREE EVENT---Join the Chamber as Dave Lindahl, Economic Development Manager for the City of Eden Prairie, takes us on a bus tour of Eden Prairie and highlights construction, development and new businesses you want to know about. We will finish the tour at Crave where you can stay and keep the conversation going over a beverage or two. Limited seating!

Date: Wednesday, July 24, 4:00-5:00pm
Location: Pick-up/drop-off at Crave (8251 Flying Cloud Dr #3010, Eden Prairie)
Cost: FREE (We ask that you do register for planning purposes)
July 25: Maximize Your Membership

Join us for an informational meeting and learn how to Maximize Your Membership! Whether you are relatively new to the Chamber or just haven't been engaged in Chamber activities, come hear about the benefits and opportunities that are open to you and your staff. We will offer you step-by-step instructions on how to get involved, define the programs and benefits and show you how to navigate our website. 

Date: Thursday, July 25, 8:00-9:00am
Location: Original Pancake House (10925 Valley View Rd., Eden Prairie)
Cost: FREE (We ask that you do register for planning purposes)
August 1: Power Hour On The Patio

Fun networking opportunity consisting of conversation, appetizer, drinks, and more! This special edition of the traditional EPC Power Hour will take place on the Patio at Champps in Eden Prairie! 

Date: Thursday, August 1, 4:30-5:30pm
Location: Champps (8010 Glen Ln. Eden Prairie)
Cost: FREE for members; $15 for non-members
August 14: B@B Returns

Business@Breakfast is a great opportunity for businesses that depend on referrals and one-on-one interaction to make meaningful and lasting connections. Attendees should come prepared with a stack of 20-30 business cards and a 45 second commercial about their business. Arrive at 7:15 for 15 minutes of networking before we hear from each participant. 

Facilitator: Steven Tasler

Speaker: Todd Thiewes with Sandler Training will be speaking on sales. Sales can be mentally tough though it doesn't have to be. Learn from Todd at Sandler Training on how to separate your identity from your roles. Todd will cover the Sandler Success Triangle of behaviors, attitudes and technique.

Event Sponsors: Fairway Independent Mortgage Company- Dominic Des Marais and First Western Bank & Trust, Panera  

The program will adjourn at 8:30, but attendees are welcome to continue to network afterward. Breakfast is included in the price.

Date: Wednesday, August 14, 7:30-8:30am
Location: Hellmuth & Johnson (8050 West 78th Street. Edina- 4th Floor)
Cost: $13 for members, $18 for non-members
$5 additional charge for registration after noon on Tuesday and all walk in's 
August 16: Sunrise Breakfast

Bring plenty of business cards for 'Networking on the Patio' for the August edition of the Joint EPC/Edina Business Breakfast! No presentation this month, but an opportunity to meet with other members from the community and make new connections!

The Sunrise Business Breakfast is a networking event created to bring small to medium sized businesses in the community together for an opportunity to learn more about our local businesses, gain knowledge through education, and share business challenges and opportunities. Be sure to bring your 60 second "creative" commercial detailing your business, upcoming special event, or a product offering you have. And don't forget to bring plenty of business cards for networking

Date: Friday, August 16, 7:30-9:00am
Location: Tavern on France (6740 France Ave S, Edina)
Cost: $20 for members, $25 for non-members
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