| Feb 2 2.2.17 - 4 Ways to More Profits & 7 Drivers of Faster Growth & Profits |
On Thursday, February 2nd, the Hastings Chamber Lunch & Learn seminar will be presented by Jon O'Malley. Jon has been a professional speaker and Business Coach since 2006. His seminars on business growth, exit planning, and recruiting great employees during the baby boomer exodus have been presented to thousands of small business owners and their key employees.
4 WAYS TO MORE PROFITS
- Most common problems that hold business owners back from achieving their potential, and how to solve them.
- Looking at the business from 30,000 feet, like an outsider.
- How to solve the challenges of "busy-ness" and overwhelm.
7 DRIVERS OF FASTER GROWTH AND PROFITS
- 7 Critical drivers that every business owner must know (but almost none do) to grow a great company with great profits.
- How to free up time to work ON the business and not just IN the business.
- How to grow a great team of employees who are motivated to work hard for the company.
Green Mill Restaurant
11:30 a.m. - Registration & Networking
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. - Lunch & Seminar
Cost to attend is $15 for members, $20 non-members
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| Date: |
February 2, 2017 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.hastingsmn.org |
| Location: |
Green Mill Restaurant
909 Vermillion St.
Hastings, MN
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| Contact: |
Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau 651.437.6775 |
| EMail: |
staff@hastingsmn.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, February 2nd
11:30 a.m. - Registration & Networking
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. - Lunch & Seminar |
| Fees/Admission: |
$15 Chamber members
$20 Non-Members |
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| Feb 2 LeDuc History Book Group |
| Join the LeDuc History Book Group and delve into the details of a good book. Call Pleasant Hill Library or visit www.dakotacounty.us/library, each book discussion for monthly book titles. |
| Date: |
February 2, 2017 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historic Estate, 1629 Vermillion Street, Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
First Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 2 Harry Potter Book Night |
| Join the Professors of Hogwarts, including Potions Professor Sepoc from Science Outside the Box, to study magical skills and test your Harry Potter knowledge. Registration required. Ages 8-18. |
| Date: |
February 2, 2017 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library
1490 South Frontage Road
Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
2/2/17
6:30-8:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 4 The Japanese American Experience During World War II |
| Hear a first-hand account of a Japanese American's experience spending three-and-a-half years of her childhood in an American prison camp during WWII. Presented by Sally Sudo from the Twin Cities Chapter of the Japanese American Citiezens League. Gered for ages 10 and older. |
| Date: |
February 4, 2017 |
| Time: |
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library
1490 South frontage Road
Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
2-4-17
1 - 2:30 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 7 State of the City Address |
PUBLIC INVITED TO STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS
Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau along with The City of Hastings, will host the State of the City address on Tuesday, February 7th, 2017, from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. in the City Council chambers of City Hall. Mayor Paul Hicks will deliver the State of the City address to enlighten residents on the City’s accomplishments from the past year, along with sharing goals for Hastings future.
The event is open to the public. Coffee and rolls will be served. For those who are unable to attend, the event will be broadcasted live on KDWA 1460AM and Hastings Community Television, Channel 14.
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| Date: |
February 7, 2017 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Location: |
City Council chambers of City Hall
101 4th Street East |
| Contact: |
Hastings Chamber of Commerce - 651-437-6775 |
| EMail: |
info@hastingsmn.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, February 7th
8:00 - 9:00 a.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 9 “Venerable Woman – Transform Ourselves Transform the World” |
| Dawn Morningstar will share three of the twelve Venerable Attitudes (or V-Attitudes) and do a reading from her new book, Venerable Women: Transform Ourselves, Transform the World. These twelve gems are known to transform lives by inspiring simple, yet effective ways to bring us peace no matter what is going on around us and to support each of us in redefining and refining all of our relationships (with ourselves, with the Divine, and with one another). Singer, Songwriter and playwright Gina Citoli will sing three songs, chosen to go with each of the V-Attitudes Dawn will discuss. Dawn Morningstar has been a master coach for 25 years. She coaches individuals and groups to live their highest and best lives. She is also a author, speaker, former radio talk show host, and founder of Venerable Women. She will present a loving message that is proven to transform lives. Dawn is traveling around the country doing 50 Talks in 50 Weeks to share a message of hope and transformation in our world. www.VenerableWomen.com |
| Date: |
February 9, 2017 |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://mybreakawaycafe.com/ |
| Location: |
BreakAway Cafe'
111 East 3rd St
Hastings, MN. 55033 |
| Contact: |
February 9th, 2017 6:00 pm Social Hour – 7:00 – 9:00 Presentation. |
| EMail: |
events@Breakawayarts.com |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free Event ~ Beer, wine, specialty cocktails and food menu items available for purchase. |
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| Feb 10 Ribbon Cutting - Teran Harmon State Farm |
State Farm Agent Teran Harmon welcomes you to join her at her Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Friday, February 10th at 1:30 p.m. Delicious drinks, cocktails and desserts will be provided.
Ribbon Cutting will take place at 2:00 p.m. |
| Date: |
February 10, 2017 |
| Time: |
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://turntoteran.com |
| Location: |
State Farm
919 Vermillion St., #130
Hastings, MN |
| Contact: |
Teran Harmon - 651.432.3911 |
| EMail: |
teran@turntoteran.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Friday, February 10th
1:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 10 Divas, Wild Women & Rockerss |
| Gina Citoli shares hits from some of the great women of song that impacted a generation and beyond. Woven into the show are stories of triumph and tribulation. Theirs, hers and yours! http://www.alchemyviienterprises.com/divas-wild-women-rockers/ |
| Date: |
February 10, 2017 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.breakawayarts.com/ |
| Location: |
BreakAway Arts Cafe 111 E 3rd St. Hastings MN |
| Contact: |
651.437.3779
651.437.3739 (café) |
| EMail: |
events@Breakawayarts.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
February 10th, 2017 7:00 PM till (:00 PM |
| Fees/Admission: |
$25 - on-line @ BreakAwayArts.com $30 at the door |
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| Feb 11 Valentine's Day Tea at the LeDuc Historic Estate |
| The LeDuc Historic Estate of Dakota County Historical Society will celebrate its Annual Valentine's Day Tea. This is a 4-course high tea, including tea sandwiches, scones,and chocolate. Three teas will be served and an interpretive program on china and teapots, their production and care, will be featured, as will readings by costumed reenacts. Tours are available after the tea. |
| Date: |
February 11, 2017 |
| Time: |
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://leduchistoricestate.org |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historic Estate 1629 Vermillion Street Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Amy Deaver, Site Manager |
| EMail: |
amy.deaver@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, February 11, 2017 3:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$35 per person and $30 for members of Dakota County Historical Society |
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| Feb 11 Valentine's Day Tea at the LeDuc Historic Estate |
| High Tea which includes tea sandwiches, scones, chocolate, and 3 tea. Interpretive program on china & teapots, their production and care. Readings by costumed reenacts. Tours available after tea. |
| Date: |
February 11, 2017 |
| Time: |
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://leduchistoricestate.org |
| Location: |
LeDuc Historic Estate 1629 Vermillion Street Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Amy Deaver, Site Manager |
| EMail: |
amy.deaver@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, February 11, 2017 3:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$35 per person and $30 for members of Dakota County Historical Society |
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| Feb 13 Pretty in Pastel |
Learn color and blending techniques. Draw a lovely landscape from a photo using pastels. Presented by BreakAway Arts and sponsored by the Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library. Registration is required.
*Please note, image is not of actual landscape you will be creating. |
| Date: |
February 13, 2017 |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library
1490 South Frontage Road
Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
2-13-17
6-8 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 15 Chamber Lunch Mob - 2/15/17 |
Hastings Chamber Wednesday Lunch Mob. Join us for this great networking event.
A Lunch Mob is a flash mob, but instead of singing and dancing, we'll spontaneously network at an area restaurant over lunch, and have a great time while doing it. You won't know who will be there, but that's the half the fun! Bring your business cards and appetite and get to know your fellow Chamber members in a casual environment.
Location is Green Mill, 909 Vermillion St., 651.438.9191.
Save an hour (starting at 11:30 a.m.) on Wednesday, February 15th and watch for the location announcement by email.
Here are a few items you need to know about the event:
- Each guest will pay for lunch on their own - The restaurant will award $2.00 off for the first 10 individuals at the door and a drawing for a $25 gift card to be used at a later date.
- This is a chance to get to know new Chamber members - we encourage you to sit next to someone you don't already know.
- Be sure to bring your business cards - The Chamber will be buying lunch for one lucky winner!
- Most importantly - RELAX and HAVE FUN
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| Date: |
February 15, 2017 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.hastingsmn.org |
| Location: |
Green Mill
909 Vermillion St.
651.438.9191 |
| Contact: |
Hastings Chamber of Commerce - 651.437.6775 |
| EMail: |
staff@hastingsmn.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday, February 15th
11:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Open to Chamber members and their guest |
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| Feb 18 Ayurveda: Ancient Healing for Today's World |
| This is a workshop designed to introduce participants to the art and science of Ayurveda (Aye-uy-veda). We will take a "Dosha" (wellness personality) quiz, learn how this information can help us create a daily lifestyle of health, nutrition, and fitness, and wrap up with an Ayurvedic Yoga class. Ayurvedic snacks and tea will be available. Please dress comfortably. |
| Date: |
February 18, 2017 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.breakawayarts.com |
| Location: |
BreakAway Arts and Cafe
111 E. 3rd. St.
Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
BreakAway Arts and Cafe website: breakawayarts.com, or 651 437-3779
Nicole DePalma: call or text to 651 318-9168
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| EMail: |
yourmindfulmotion@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, February 18, 2017
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$38.00 for BreakAway Members
$42.00 for non-members |
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| Feb 19 Yoga with Cats |
| Yoga with Cats class will be at Rio Grooming in Hastings, MN. The class will be approximately 45 minutes and we hope you will stay after for juice, fruits, and mingling with the cats. We will be bringing a few of our felines from the shelter to roam while we practice yoga. This class is perfect for beginners or advanced yogis, so just come and have fun. We will also have two prize drawings after the class. Proceeds to benefit the animals in our care. $10 per person. This class is for anyone 13 years or older. Tickets purchased online are non-refundable. |
| Date: |
February 19, 2017 |
| Time: |
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/february-yoga-with-cats-tickets-31359792985 |
| Location: |
Rio Grooming School & Salon Show Dogs
12260 Margo Avenue South
Hastings, MN 55033 |
| Contact: |
Therese Zona |
| EMail: |
theresemzona@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Sun, February 19, 2017
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fees/Admission: |
$10 per person. |
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| Feb 21 Hastings Reads Main Event |
| Spend an evening with Jamie Ford, author of Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet, as he discusses his novel friendship, family conflict, and the Japanese American experience in Seattle during WWII. Ford will sign and sell his book. |
| Date: |
February 21, 2017 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
Hastings Arts Center
216 4th St. E
Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
2-21-17
6:30 - 8 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 23 Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library Book Sale |
| Discover great deals on gently used materials and help support your local library branch. |
| Date: |
February 23, 2017 |
| Time: |
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library
1490 South Frontage Road
Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
2-23-17
5-7 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 24 Bird Banding |
Have you ever wondered what bird banding is all about? Bird Banding records can help us learn how long birds live, where they travel, when and where they migrate and many other interesting facts. Carpenter Nature Center has been banding birds for over 30 years. On the fourth Friday of the month bird banding is open to the public.
There is no program fee, but donations of Bird Seed and Suet are greatly appreciated.
RSVP appreciated. |
| Date: |
February 24, 2017 |
| Location: |
Carpenter St. Croix Nature Center
12805 St. Croix Trail
Hastings MN |
| Contact: |
(651) 437-4359 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Fourth Friday of the month
8 am-noon |
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| Feb 24 Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library Book Sale |
| Discover great deals on gently used materials and help support your local library branch. |
| Date: |
February 24, 2017 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Location: |
Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library
1490 South Frontage Road
Hastings, MN |
| EMail: |
pleasanthill.library@co.dakota.mn.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
2-24-17
10 am - 4 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 25 Tourism Community MTG |
What Does Tourism Mean To You? The Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau invites members of the community to join in an open discussion on making Hastings a tourist destination!
Share thoughts on your favorite things to do in the city and provide suggestions on how Hastings can continue to develop its tourism assets.
As a $13.6 billion industry, tourism generates jobs and puts money back into our community. Be a part of the plan to promote Hastings, MN to visitors near and far!
This community meeting is part of a Tourism Assessment Program through the U of M Extension Tourism Department which will provide suggestions on short and long term goals to enhance tourism traffic in Hastings. It's FREE and open to the public, we invite community members of all ages to attend! Pastries and beverages will be provided. |
| Date: |
February 25, 2017 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Location: |
City Hall Community Room
101 4th St E, Hastings, MN 55033 |
| EMail: |
kristy@hastingsmn.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, February 25th
9 - 11 a.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 26 Pins for Pets |
| Join us at the Bryant Lake Bowl for an afternoon of bowling! We will have light snacks and beverages available. We will also have several prize drawings so bring your extra cash! Cost is a $15 donation per person. No animals will be onsite for this event. Hosted by Animal Ark. |
| Date: |
February 26, 2017 |
| Time: |
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pins-for-pets-tickets-31848714362 |
| Location: |
Bryant-Lake Bowl & Theater
810 West Lake Street
Minneapolis, MN 55408 |
| Contact: |
Therese Zona |
| EMail: |
theresemzona@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Sun, February 26, 2017
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Fees/Admission: |
$15 donation per person. |
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