February 20, 2020
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 [note CE cancellation information below].

February 26, 8:30-11:30am: Elk River REALTOR ® Forum

February 27, 12-1pm: Title 101 Lunch 'n Learn

March 4, 8:30am-3:30pm: Requirement Blitz! (two class bundle for 6.25 CE hours)

March 11, 10am-12pm: Realist Tax Intro

March 6, 1-3pm: Comparative Market Analysis in NorthstarMLS
Requirement Blitz is two classes, satisfying Minnesota license requirements and Association requirements for 2019/2020.

This opportunity takes place on Wednesday, March 4, from 8:30am to 3:30pm at SPAAR's 325 Roselawn Avenue East locations.

Members signed up for free CE classes offered at SPAAR must cancel
at least 24 hours in advance; no-shows will be charged a $25 fee per class.
Members may cancel through the SPAAR member portal .
Registration for Housing Day at the Capitol is now open -- early bird fee available through March 9
Interested to hear the industry issues that impact your business? Take part in this year's Housing Day at the Capitol . Early bird registration is now open for $30 through Monday, March 9, using the coupon code SAVEEB.
Elk River REALTOR ® Forum provides informational city overview
SPAAR members are welcome to the Elk River REALTOR ® Forum to hear about its programs around education, development, infrastructure, utility and more.

Register here for the Elk River REALTOR® Forum , which takes place on Wednesday, February 26 from 8:30am to 11:30am. CE provided.

The Elk River REALTOR ® Program will inform REALTORS ® about:
  • Development and infrastructure projects in Elk River
  • Business and economic development
  • Academic offerings from Elk River Area Schools (ISD 728)
  • Information on municipal utility programs and rebates
  • Senior housing statistics
  • The status of Highway 169 improvement projects
Good morning, Lakeville: join the Chamber's monthly coffee, connections and community conversations
Join the Lakeville Chamber's monthly coffee, connections and community conversations. February's meeting will feature Michael Baumann, the superintendent of the Lakeville Area Schools. Learn more about Good Morning Lakeville here .
Roseville State of the City will address community issues
Attend the Roseville Business Council and meet with other Roseville business owners and employees to hear important information about our community on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Learn more about the Roseville State of the City event here .

Contact Khayree Duckett, SPAAR Government Affairs Director, at kduckett@spaar.com if you plan to attend.
SPAAR helps Blue Star Mothers support the troops
SPAAR’s Community Engagement Committee is partnering with Blue Star Mothers of America to collect donations for We Care packages through Friday, April 3. These are care packages sent to men and women from SPAAR’s area serving active duty. Drop off donations at SPAAR (Coon Rapids or Saint Paul) or consider hosting a collection box in your office. 

Items to donate include snacks (granola bars, oatmeal, drink mix, single servings of coffee or tea, jerky and more; toiletries (deodorant, baby powder, unscented wipes and more); activities (note cards, colored pencils, adult color, puzzle books and more); and donations to help defray shipping costs are also welcome.

Questions? Contact Joe at jmckinley@spaar.com or (651) 772-6344.
Limited tickets available to Home & Patio Show
3M Settlement meetings for residents planned
The top priority from the 3M Settlement for PFAS contamination in the East Metropolitan Area is to make sure area residents have a long-term source of safe drinking water. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources are hosting several meetings to share drinking water supply options for those living and working in the East Metro Area.

February 25: Prestwick Golf Club, 9555 Wedgewood Drive in Woodbury
February 26: Lake Elmo Inn Event Center, 3712 Layton Ave North in Lake Elmo
February 27: Cottage Grove City Hall, 12800 Ravine Pkwy South

Meetings will be held from 2-4pm and 6-8pm. Each meeting will begin with a short presentation followed by a question and answer period and then an open house.
Volunteers wanted for bunk bed delivery
Volunteers are wanted to help deliver bunk beds to families who may not otherwise have a bed for their children. The opportunity, which takes place on Saturday, February 29, from 9am to 2pm, is part of the nonprofit Sleep in Heavenly Peace in which beds, mattresses and bedding are delivered to those in need. Interested to participate? Contact SPAAR member and REALTOR ® Amy Geislinger at amy@mndreamteam.com.
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