September 5, 2019
SPAAR calendar
Looking for continuing education or networking opportunities? Check out all of SPAAR's upcoming events!

Check out what classes and events are currently available at SPAAR
SPAAR offers many free and ongoing classes and events to keep members updated, involved and in the know.
The following classes and opportunities are now available, or check out SPAAR's calendar to see more.

September 9, 1-4pm: Intro to MLS

September 13, 11:30-1pm: Lunch 'n Learn: Industry Partners to Help you Succeed

September 16, 10-11am: Real Estate Safety Matters

September 20, 1-3pm: Realist Tax Intro
Fees effective starting October 1
Signed up for a class but unable to attend? In order to maintain enough classroom space for members to attend free CE classes offered at SPAAR, members must cancel at least 24 hours in advance; no-shows will be charged a $25 fee beginning on October 1. Members may cancel by going into the SPAAR Member Portal at least 24 hours prior to the class.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
As part of safety month, SPAAR is providing safety tips each day on its Facebook, Instagram and Twitter accounts. In addition, check out SPAAR's calendar for Safety Matters classes being held on September 6, 16 and 30.

SPAAR is providing free key chains with a safety alarm feature to members this month. Stop into the SPAAR Maplewood or Coon Rapids office to pick yours up while supplies last.
Explore leadership opportunities within SPAAR and beyond
Join your REALTOR ® peers for a morning of learning and leadership at SPAAR. Hear from SPAAR members Jason Gorman, Jennifer Livingston and Justin Fox as they share their paths within SPAAR and the real estate community as part of a panel discussion, networking breakfast and Q&A period on September 30 from 8:30-10am.

Then, stay for a free hour of CE with the class Safety Matters from 10:15-11:15am.

There is no cost to members, but registration is required as breakfast will be served. Register here.
Requirement blitz is a great member benefit
SPAAR is offering members to complete both the Required Module and Code of Ethics in one day on Friday, September 27.

The requirement blitz on Sept. 27 will ensure members complete 3.75 CE hours for the 2019/20 Required Module: Agency, Fair Housing and Energy Efficiency as well as 2.5 CE hours for the 2019/20 NAR Code of Ethics.

SPAAR will offer additional requirement blitzes on October 23 as well as in January, February and March. Check SPAAR's calendar for more detail.
REALTOR S® Unite takes place Sept. 25-26
Are you registered for REALTORS Unite? The annual convention takes place September 25-26 where members will hear from nationally-renowned speakers, career-boosting sessions and enjoy world-class dining and entertainment.

Register here to be part of this opportunity to learn, connect and grow in your business. This years event will be held at Mystic Lake Center in Prior Lake.
Wine & Dine registration is open!
Registration for the 7th annual Wine & Dine is now available
Registration is open for one of SPAAR's most talked about annual events taking place on Oct. 2. Register here for this elegant evening out.
Interested in being a sponsor for Wine & Dine? To learn more contact Kristin Parker at kparker@spaar.com or call (763) 489-3303.
Community invited to Minnehaha Park sewer construction open house
Community members are welcome to attend a public open house to learn more about the upcoming sewer construction project near Minnehaha Park, which will be conducted by the Metropolitan Council's Environmental Services Division starting in September for the next two years.

The construction open house is Wednesday, Sept. 11, from 5-7pm at St. Peder's Lutheran Church, 4600 East 42nd Street in Minneapolis. Learn more here .
SPAAR members called to volunteer for Lilydale Bluffs restoration project
Be part of the solution to help restore a two-acre swath of land at Lilydale Bluffs in Saint Paul as part of the Planting on the Bluffs project. This exciting volunteer opportunity is made possible by the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS® Charitable Foundation (read Monday’s eNews on September 9 to learn more about this partnership). Click here to register and learn more .
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