Happy Halloween!
This weekend it's time to fall back! Daylight Saving Time will end this Sunday, November 3, at 2am. Set your clocks and any non-smart devices back one hour.
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Looking for continuing education or networking opportunities? Check out all of SPAAR's upcoming events!
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Check out what classes and events are currently available at SPAAR
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SPAAR offers many free and ongoing classes and events to keep members updated, involved and in the know.
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The following classes and opportunities are now available, or check out SPAAR's calendar to see more [note new CE rule in red box below].
November 4, 9-11:30am: NAR Code of Ethics
November 4, 1-4pm: Introduction to NorthstarMLS
November 5, 1-2pm: Toastmasters
November 8, 10am-12pm: Instanet/Authentisign
November 14, 8-11am: City of Big Lake REALTOR
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Forum
November 18, 9-11:15am: District 622 Communities Program (with participation from the Cities of Maplewood and Oakdale)
November 19, 1-2pm: Toastmasters
November 19, 1:30-4:30pm: Tax Strategies for the Real Estate Professional
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Effective immediately, 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 effective Oct. 1, 2019. Members may cancel through the
SPAAR member portal
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At this hour-long session, a presenter with Virtuance will provide insight into how to "wow" your clients, understand potential clients and their interaction with listings, present yourself as a real estate photography expert, and more.
Register here for Breakfast for the Brain on Wednesday, December 11, from 10-11am.
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Jim Crow of the North special screening for SPAAR members
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SPAAR’s Diversity Committee has scheduled a special showing of Jim Crow of the North, a documentary produced by Twin Cities PBS that
reveals the history and impact of racist real estate covenants in the Twin Cities. Director Daniel Bergin and Mapping Prejudice researcher Kirsten Delegard will be in attendance to lead a facilitated discussion.
Register here for Jim Crow of the North
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Let's see you bowl a strike!
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Show off your bowling skills, or come to improve your skills, at the MetroYPN year-end outing on Thursday, November 14, from 5-8pm, at Ran-Ham Bowling Center in Saint Paul.
This fun, family-friendly event is sponsored by SPAAR's MetroYPN committee. The event is free, but registration is required as food will be provided.
And
click here to see a sneak peek of bowling in action by some of the MetroYPNers!
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Check out all these cities have to offer!
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In Maplewood and Oakdale:
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Come hear from the Superintendent from ISD 622 that includes Maplewood, Oakdale and North St. Paul schools, the mayors from Maplewood and Oakdale, and other key city leaders.
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Come hear from city and school officials. Attendees will also learn about green housing feature projects and economic development projects including the Ford Site and the River's Edge Site.
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Pasta night at SPAAR was a ghoulishly delightful time!
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SPAAR members, families and friends had a fun time at SPAAR's first-ever Pasta with a Purpose evening, catered by Yarusso Bros Italian Restaurant. Many of the children came in costume and had the opportunity to trick or treat a couple of days before Halloween.
Proceeds from Pasta with a Purpose benefit SPAAR's REALTORS® Charitable Foundation. Thanks to all who participated in the evening!
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Help build dressers to people in need at Bridging
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I
n the spirit of giving back? Take part in this memorable annual event as SPAAR members build dressers at Bridging the Friday before Thanksgiving.
Register here
for this fun and rewarding member outing and be part of the seventh annual Dresser Build.
All necessary tools and instructions are provided. There is no experience necessary to participate.
Interested in participating but unable to attend? Consider donating new or gently used blankets that can be dropped off at SPAAR now through Thursday, Nov. 21.
The Dresser Build is sponsored by SPAAR's Community Engagement Committee.
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SPAAR celebrates its Affiliate members
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Affiliate members of SPAAR: you're invited to an Appreciation Celebration to recognize the integral role you play through your involvement and participation on committees, at events and via sponsorship of the numerous service opportunities provided at SPAAR.
Come join in the fun of the Affiliate Member Appreciation Celebration on Thursday, December 5 from 5-7pm at McGovern's Pub in Saint Paul.
S
PAAR is hosting with an appetizer buffet. There will also be a cash bar.
For questions, please contact Kristin at kparker@spaar.com or 763-489-3303.
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You can make a difference!
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SPAAR’s Community Engagement Committee recently learned about Love Grows Here Wellness Center, which offers a weekly program of wellness services combined with a community meal. Love Grows Here serves unsheltered individuals by bringing together resources, community donations and volunteers. Its resources include counseling and support with advocacy.
The program is actively seeking donations and volunteers.
The program was established in 2007 and is sponsored by First Lutheran Church, 436 Maria Avenue in Saint Paul. To get involved or for more information, contact
pastor.chris@me.com or (651) 247-8926.
Community Engagement would like to recognize SPAAR REALTOR® Amy Geislinger for bringing this program to the attention of the committee.
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Minnesota Mortgage Association welcomes REALTORS
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REALTORS® are welcome to attend the Minnesota Mortgage Association's conference "Navigating the Noise" on Wednesday, November 13, at Golden Valley Country Club. In addition, SPAAR's Owning Up! exhibit, a project of SPAAR's Diversity Committee, will be on display. The exhibit highlights
the segregation within the Twin Cities housing market over the years and how Realtors® played a part in the divide and the ramifications that can still be seen today.
Registration to attend the MMA conference is FREE to all REALTORS® who register in advance.
Register here
to attend.
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