Welcome to the Small business Connection Network. I believe Small Businesses need more support during all phases of Business Development. This is a place for those Professionals, Entrepreneurs, and Home-based businesses to network and learn from each other the "How to's and What not to do's" when running a business. Each Month we will offer professional led free or low cost workshops and some of the best networking events focusing on a variety of topics that are relevant to small businesses. Som …

Running a business may leave you making decisions alone at the top.  If you are like most business owners, your family and friends cannot fully appreciate what it takes to run and grow a business. As a business owner, you face challenges that are common to business owners. We recognize the value of learning from each other (which is cheaper than hiring consultants). That's why we formed these "executive peer groups." Come discuss challenges and issues with your business peers who have built comp …

We have a variety of events for every level of wine enthusiast. Every month we tour an area winery and have a tasting. Every month we have a wine party at someones house. Our events are typically free, bring a bottle of wine or a small $5 cover charge to cover the wine at wineries. Plus we also post and attend area events and dinners. Don't worry about snobs, we'll drink Boones Farm and Two now Three buck Chuck too. We are here for you to meet new friends and enjoy and learn about wines. We run …

If you run, you are a runner. It doesn’t matter how fast or how far. It doesn’t matter if today is your first day or If you’ve been running for twenty years. There is no test to pass, no license to earn, No membership card to get.  You just run. ~  John “The Penguin” Bingham This meetup has regularly scheduled runs around lakes in the area, along the river, and on some local trails. Most of the lakes are about 3 miles around, but we often link them together or go around twice. The river r …

Couples group open to all couples, married or not. Largest and most active couples group in the area. Meet and make friends with other couples in the Twin Cities area! Most our couples are professionals. But all types of couples are welcome, there is no age requirement. We run a SAFE group, thus we look at your profile and need to approve you. We are unlike OTHER much larger groups that only care about numbers. We MANAGE our group to keep everyone safe. We have group events that include wine ev …

More info at www.stpauljaycees.org and www.facebook.com/stpauljaycees Formed in 1929, the Saint Paul Jaycees (Junior Chamber) offers its members opportunities to serve their communities, establish rewarding friendships and create professional contacts through one of the Metro's leading sources for networking (see more on networking below). Membership is limited to those who are 18-40, after that you become an alumni member. The Jaycees have proven to be a driving force behind many Twin Citie …

Chi Running and Chi Walking: A Better Way to Move Chi Running and Chi Walking are new ways to learn how to move in harmony with nature. Borrowing from T`ai Chi, you`ll learn how Chi Running and Chi Walking help you prevent injuries and run or walk more efficently. Chris Fuller, President of the Sporting Life, is Minnesota`s only Certified Chi Running and Chi Walking Instructor. Find our more about how Chi Running and Chi Walking can work for you! For more about the recently updated Chi Running b …

Welcome to the Dynamic Photo meetup! We are a casual group of photographers from newbies to pros, looking for a casual photography group to enjoy and participate in. As a group we are all aware that times are tough, and our goals in the group is to keep things as inexpensive as possible, and share as much information as we can. We are looking for people to participate in relaxed Photography Meetups, Social Photo Meetups, Creative & Technical Knowledge Sharing, Fun Photography Challenges & Adve …

Welcome to LIFE’S A HOOT TRI-CLUB, Twin Cities triathlon training.  Our group was established to bring together like-minded individuals who enjoy running, cycling, swimming with a team. Hopefully you will consider joining our FREE club and begin training and racing with us. The Life’s a Hoot Meet Up site will keep you posted on all club training runs, bikes, swims, clinics and related events. You don’t have to race to join and attend our meet-ups but we think that when you see how much fun we h …

SWAN is a non-profit social and recreational women's group established to welcome newcomers to the western suburbsof Minneapolis including, but not limited to the following cities: Maple Grove, Plymouth, Medina, Minnetonka, Wayzata, Eden Prairie, Excelsior, Chaska, and Chanhassen. * Monthly luncheons / explore MN outings * Just Coffee * Women & Wine * Book Club * Golf / Breakfast Club * Mah Jongg * Movie Group - Monthly * Bridge - multiple times / wk/ month * Special Events examples: Holiday Par …

New to Minnesota or the Midwest? This group is for those of us who are not from Minnesota and have moved to the Twin Cities in the last few years. We are transplants looking to make new friends and discover what this area has to offer with other recent transplants of a similar age. Anyone in their 20's or 30's who is from out-of-state is welcome to join. We have a variety of events each month and so far events have included happy hours, bowling, museums, dinners, movies, ice skating and more. We …

This is fun group of professional people. We are not about growing old or Wearing Out, we are younger then that, and we are about having FUN! Everyone in our target age is welcome: singles and couples, MEN AND WOMEN! and most important people that aren’t Politically Correct and just wanna have fun! We are a fun group NOT one geared towards DATING. We run a SAFE group, thus we look at your profile and need to approve you. We are unlike OTHER much larger groups that only care about numbers. We MA …

This group was started for people interested in exploring the whole natural fitness movement that is blossoming out there right now. This might include things like hiking, playing in nature, body weight exercises, barefoot running, paleo nutrition, etc. If you are interested in exploring these activities and ideas and would like to meet others in the Twin Cities doing the same, this group might be just the place for you! The main inspiration for the group is MovNat style training, but we also li …

This group is for runners, bikers, skiers, orienteers and athletes who don't stick to the road. We like the call of the wild, the unknown, the rough terrain, discovery and variety. Meetups may include small trail runs, xc ski races, hill training.... and yes, it's even permissible to have a road event in here - maybe a long bike ride into the countryside. Hiking, climbing... also okay. Beyond that... well, we will see. ALL levels, from beginner to advanced, are very very welcome.

This is a small but active group focused on fitness-oriented hiking.  We cater to people who hike regularly and want a fast pace and/or longer distance. Spring through autumn we also have beginner and medium-distance trail runs. Frequently asked questions (Click the "Pages" tab for more details) How far, long, and fast do the Avids hike? Typically our hikes are 6-8 miles in length, with some as long as 11-12 miles.  The hikes last 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, and we keep a sustained pace of 3-4 mph.  …

Football, soccer, futebol, fútbol, calcio, le football, fussball, sakka, fotboll, sokker. It's known by different names in the world, but the Beautiful Game is universal and brings people together. Every four years, all geo-political and ideological differences cease, at least for a moment, and countries unite to cheer on their team to compete in the World Cup--all for the glory of truly being the best soccer team in the world. The hope of the Twin Cities World of Football Meetup Group is to ind …

We are looking for a fun group who are looking for group fitness options in the north suburbs. We will initially do trail walk/run/jog.  As it becomes warmer, we will take advantage of as many of the nearby fitness opportunities as the group initiates. We won't leave you behind - we are geared first to back-of-the pack athletes. The general area we will visit (but won't be bound to) is the north suburbs of the Twin Cities- Anoka, Coon Rapids, Lino Lakes, Hugo, White Bear.

As a transplant from Seattle, I've been missing my poetry workshop mates and I haven't discovered a group on here or in this city that quite fits. I'd like to have a place that provides opportunity for serious workshopping of poetry, as well as helps fellow poets write new poetry and have a safe place to share their poetry and experiment. How this workshop would run: Groups shouldn't exceed 5 people, so if there were more folks then we would split into smaller groups. Everyone, if they so choose …

Our mission with this group is to get people healthier and active outdoors at Battle Creek Regional Park. This is for people who like to walk, trail run, mountain bike, cross country ski, hike, bird watch. This group is organized through the Sisu Foundation. We organize a series of events at the park year round. We also organize training programs that help you get fit and stay in shape for the events. These are open to all levels of fitness. Especially beginners. We hope you will join us in gett …

This is a group where we can make a difference by doing something beneficial for various causes all while hanging our with great people. Events will range from happy hours, golf outings, a 5k fun run, and even a black tie formal gala. The proceeds will vary by event but include non-profits such as Prevent Child Abuse MN, Enviromental Improvement initiatives, People Serving People Homeless Shelter, etc.

The Iron Girl Race is for girls and women. It will be held in Bloomington on September 22nd at Normondale Lake park at 7:30 am. It is a 2 mile run, 22 mile bike and 2 mile run, duathlon. I did this six years ago and just registered for this year! This group is for girls and women interested in getting together to train weekly/monthly, either in person and/or individual training and getting support via the Blog I created. Amenities at the race include: a post-race Breakfast Café, performance shir …

Are you ready for your next adventure? If so, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Team In Training® (TNT) program is for you! TNT is the world’s first and largest sports endurance training program, helping people of all abilities complete full or half marathons, triathlons, Century (100-mile) bike rides and trail runs each year. In exchange for the world class coaching and training support, participants fundraise to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s vision of a world without cancer. Bein …

Looking to start up a running club in the Highland Park area of Saint Paul. Want to meet at least once a week for runs around the neighborhood and some different areas of the city. Possible group training for specific races but mainly just to enjoy getting outside and doing some communal running with like minded people, all experience levels are welcome! Inaugural run starting Saturday March 2nd, 2013. Looking forward to start running!

This running/walking group was created with ONE mission: gathering those new to distance running/walking and building confidence in their athletic abilities and mental strength to complete a Half Marathon (13.1mi). This is a NO pressure/NO stress group aimed at achieving this goal together as a group, while having FUN and feeling supported by one another. The runs are FREE and supported with water and a small snack. You are welcome to join in these runs, however if you are interested in enrollin …

This group is all about 20-something-year-olds stepping out of their comfort zones and trying new things. The idea is to pick one random thing each week for the group to do together, such as attend a dubstep show, go snowshoeing, visit an art gallery, barhop in Downtown Minneapolis, run a 5k, etc. I started this group because I love doing random things. Recently however, after landing a 9-to-5 job, I haven't been as spontaneous as I would like to be, which is why I created this group: I want us …

Are you looking for a fun way to support people and encourage people to be healthy? This group is for connecting people to help support the MN Running Series events. This is a super fun way to help people, have fun and meet new people. Being part of an event team is a very rewarding experience.

Folks in the North/Northwest Metro -- Maple Grove, Champlin, Anoka, Coon Rapids, Brooklyn Park, Blaine, etc. -- are you looking to begin or continue a "Couch to 5k" walk-to-run program? Looking for others to participate, encourage, etc.? Join me! If you're slow, no worries, I call it the Turtle Club for a reason! Let's do this together!

"Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try" These running/walking groups were created with ONE mission: gathering those new to distance running/walking, building confidence in their athletic abilities and mental strength to complete aHalf Marathon (13.1 mi), ½ Marathon Relay (6 mi), OR a 5K (3.1 mi). These are NO pressure/NO stress groups aimed at achieving this goal together as a group, while having FUN and feeling supported by one another. Our group goal: FINISHING!!! Each distance …