August 1, 2019
Full SPAAR Calendar

Looking for continuing education or networking opportunities? Check out all of SPAAR's upcoming events!

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SPAAR's Coon Rapids office will be closed on Friday, August 9. SPAAR's Maplewood office will be open from 8:30am to 4:45pm. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Check out what classes and events are currently available at SPAAR

SPAAR offers many free and ongoing classes to keep members updated and in the know.

Check out the classes and opportunities with availability below or check out SPAAR's calendar for a complete list.
August 5, 1-4pm: Introduction to NorthstarMLS

August 6, 1-2pm: Toastmasters
Information here (not necessary to register in advance)

August 7, 9am-3pm: Learn how you Can Make a Difference in Government

Note: Many of SPAAR's classes provide Minnesota real estate continuing education. Continuing education courses must be attended in their entirety in order to receive credit for the number of approved hours (MN Statute 45.30 Subd.4a).  See full list of classes here .
Ready to get rid of that old printer?
For all the details and to sign up, click here.
Want to golf but need a group? SPAAR has an answer for that!
SPAAR has received inquiries from individuals who want to participate in the 2019 REALTORS® Charitable Foundation Golf Tournament, but are not part of a foursome. The response: no problem! SPAAR will create foursomes based on the registrations and provide you the names of your group in advance of the event, which takes place on Wednesday, September 11.

Not a golfer? Again, no problem! The event includes a beanbag toss and a dinner, so there will be plenty of opportunity to network and simply have a great time!

This annual golf tournament funds programs that invest in SPAAR's members and in the community. This year's event will is a Patriotic-themed day of golf, the beanbags tournament and a delicious dinner!

Get all of the information and register here.
Complete your Required Module and Code of Ethics in the same day

It's almost time for back to school! Check off all of your requirements in one day at SPAAR's Requirement Blitz on September 27.

The Requirement Blitz will ensure you 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.
 
Not able to commit to September? SPAAR will offer Requirement Blitzes in October, January, February and March, as well. Keep an eye on SPAAR's calendar for more detail.
Mark your calendar for the 7th annual Wine & Dine
Registration is open for one of SPAAR's most talked about annual events! Be sure to register here for this elegant evening out. 
Bring SPAAR Squad to you!

Did you know SPAAR staff are willing to present at your office? Whether it's real estate issues, advocacy, education or news about upcoming events, remember that SPAAR staff and available to speak at your upcoming meeting (and they enjoy it)!

SPAAR Squad is here to help! Our staff members are available to attend meetings and speak about a variety of relevant topics. SPAAR staff will also provide onsite training (some with free CE) for groups of 25 or more.
Interested in Toastmasters? Come check it out!
All are welcome to SPAAR's Toastmasters club, which meets twice a month!

 

Toastmasters is a great way to gain professional development by improving speaking skills, gaining leadership experience, learning how to efficiently run a meeting from start to finish and networking with others in the industry. 

 

Meetings take place the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 1-2pm at SPAAR's 325 Roselawn Avenue East location. Interested to learn more or join? If so, contact Jennifer at jkovacich@spaar.com. The next meeting takes place on Tuesday, August 6, 2019. 
REALTORS® Unite registration is open
Registration opened this week for the REALTORS® UNITE Convention. REALTORS® Unite 2019 will take place in Prior Lake and will feature nationally-renowned speakers, career-boosting sessions, and world-class dining and entertainment. This is the place for you to learn, connect and grow this September 2019. Click here to register.
Check out offerings at the East Side Freedom Library, which will host an upcoming conversation about housing equity in the Twin Cities. Learn more here !

The events will take place at the East Side Freedom Library at 1105 Greenbrier Street, Saint Paul, MN  55106.  Learn more here on the East Side Freedom Library's calendar.
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Like SPAAR on Facebook in two places by searching Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS® and also SPAAR Charitable Foundation. Find SPAAR on Instagram at spaar_realtor.
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