September 12, 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 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

September 30, 10:15-11:15am: Real Estate Safety Matters
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 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.
SPAAR REALTORS® Charitable Foundation to present grants to Great River Greening and Rondo Center for Diverse Expression
You're invited to a grant presentation on Thursday, September 19, at 11:30am at SPAAR where the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS® Charitable Foundation who will be granting $100,000 to two community-based organizations next week on behalf of SPAAR members.

The organizations, Great River Greening and Rondo Center for Diverse Expression will each receive $50,000 for projects that will have lasting impacts and benefit the public.
SPAAR members called to help restore Lilydale Bluffs, a project of Great River Greening
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 as part of the Great River Greening grant (see article above). Click here to register and learn more .
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 an opportunity to complete both the Required Module and Code of Ethics in one day on Wednesday, October 23.

The requirement blitz on Oct. 23 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 beginning again in January. Check SPAAR's calendar for more detail.
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.
REALTORS® 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.
Leadership SPAAR gets a first-hand overview at Bridging
The 2019 Leadership SPAAR group took a field trip to Bridging on September 5 to learn about SPAAR's Community Engagement work.

Leadership SPAAR provides opportunities for members throughout the year to gain first-hand knowledge in all facets of SPAAR that will benefit them in their real estate businesses and community service work.

Applications will be available soon for the 2020 Leadership SPAAR group; stay tuned to eNews on Mondays for more information. Learn more about Leadership SPAAR here.
Come check out Toastmasters!
SPAAR's Toastmasters chapter is gearing up for a fun fall season with new and returning members.

Interested in personal and professional growth and a place to practice your speaking skills? This is it!

Meetings take place on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 1-2pm at SPAAR's 325 Roselawn Avenue East location.

Learn more here. Feel free to attend the next meeting on Tuesday, September 17.
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