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SUMMARY:New Member Orientation
DESCRIPTION:MEMBERS ONLY! \nNew Member Orientation will be from 5 – 6pm at the Lure Lakebar. The first 30 minutes will be reserved for new member orientation and the last 30 minutes will be reserved for all members to come and welcome our 5 newest members. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/new-member-orientation/
LOCATION:LURE Lakebar\, 2800 N Nokomis NE\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
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SUMMARY:December Monthly Meeting & Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:11:30am – 12:00pm: Networking & Lunch\n12:00 – 1:00pm: Program & Meeting\n\n\nBring us one of your favorite $10  items and be prepared to tell us why you love it. Do not wrap it!\n\n\n\nWe will eat\, listen to carolers\, exchange some favorite things and be Merry! Hope to see you there.
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/december-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Grand Arbor by Vivie\, 4403 Pioneer Rd SE\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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SUMMARY:LAPW After Hours: Book Study
DESCRIPTION:Don’t Feed the Monkey Mind by Jennifer Shannon.\nWhen your brain leaps from one anxious thought to another\, you’re robbed of the peace you crave. Trying to avoid what makes you anxious actually maintains an anxious mind-set and traps you in a cycle of stress and worry. Learn to change that behavior in small\, manageable steps. \nWhen: Wednesday\, November 15\, 2023\, 2023 from 5-7pm\nWhere: Alexandria location – TBD\nRegistration: RSVP by November 8\, 2023 to Tara Bitzan at tbitzan10@gmail.com or (320) 815-3184\nCost: $10.00 for refreshments. Purchase book on your own! \nNote: If you are interested in joining this book study but this day/time does not work\, email Tara. Another session will be added if there is enough interest.
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/lapw-after-hours-book-study-2/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T130000
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SUMMARY:November Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Anxiety and the Working Woman\nFeatured Guest – Amy Swart of Nurture Women’s Therapy\nFeeling anxious from time to time is understandable and even expected. However\, what happens when this becomes more intense and begins to interfere with your work? Whether you’re working outside or inside the home\, anxiety can range from mildly bothersome to debilitating. In this presentation\, we’ll learn the basics behind anxiety\, how to spot it\, and ways to cope that bring relief and a sense of control. \n\n11:30am – 12:00pm: Networking & Lunch\n12:00 – 1:00pm: Program & Meeting
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/nov23-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Grand Arbor by Vivie\, 4403 Pioneer Rd SE\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T130000
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SUMMARY:October Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We will have an exclusive panel discussion from our EmpowHER Fall Leadership Conference speakers – you don’t want to miss! \n\n11:30am – 12:00pm: Networking & Lunch\n12:00 – 1:00pm: Program & Meeting
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/oct-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Grand Arbor by Vivie\, 4403 Pioneer Rd SE\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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SUMMARY:EmpoweHER: Advancing Women in Leadership
DESCRIPTION:EmpowHER Highlights – A day of empowerment\, celebration\, inspiration\, and connection. Thank you to all who attended\, our generous sponsors\, donors\, Mandi Moon\, Julie Harper\, and our dedicated LAPW members and volunteers who made it all happen! We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and willingness to go above and beyond to make the day a success! Together\, we are unstoppable! \n \nTitle Sponsor: Alexandria Motors\n\n  \nSponsors:\n\nAmerican National Bank\nWinning Edge Graphics\nJuettner Motors\nAlex Tax\n\n  \nSpeakers\n\n \nJulie Harper will empower you to step into your leadership potential and create a meaningful impact from wherever you are.  \nShe believes women have the unique qualities to shape what leadership looks like in the future. Julie is a thought leader\, advocate\, and inclusive leadership influencer. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nMandi Moon believes we’re all born with a spark\, bright and blazing. Years of barriers and messages to “be good\,” “be nice\,” and “do more” all but extinguish it.  \nShe will show us how to break down our barriers and reignite our sparks. Mandi is a life coach\, motivational speaker\, and author who has helped countless individuals embrace their true selves.  \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/empowher-fall-leadership-conference/
LOCATION:Grand Arbor by Vivie\, 4403 Pioneer Rd SE\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
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SUMMARY:LAPW After Hours: Form an Accountability Group and Make Things Happen!
DESCRIPTION:Form an Accountability Group and Make Things Happen! An accountability group is a group of people who share their goals with one another and hold each other accountable for their progress\, actions\, and reaching those goals. The group meets regularly to report on achievements/challenges and support one another. Learn how to get one started! \n When: Friday\, October 13\, 2023 from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m.\nWhere: Alexandria location – TBD\nRegistration: RSVP by October 6\, 2023 to Tara Bitzan at tbitzan10@gmail.com or (320) 815-3184\nCost: $10.00 for coffee/refreshments.
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/lapw-after-hours-form-an-accountability-group-and-make-things-happen/
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SUMMARY:Event Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please reach out to Dani Peterson (frontdesk1@dentalhealthmn.com) or Katie Stokesbary (kstokesbary@gardonville.net) if you are interested in joining this committee.
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/event-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:The Depot Smokehouse & Tavern\, 104 Broadway Street\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308
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SUMMARY:Member Social: Minnewaska Boat Cruise
DESCRIPTION:The Programming Committee invites you to join us for a relaxing fall boat cruise on Lake Minnewaska on Thursday\, September 14\, 2023! We are so grateful for Amy Christopherson of State Farm Insurance for sponsoring this event. Stay tuned for more details.
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/member-social-minnewaska-boat-cruise/
LOCATION:Lake Minnewaska
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230912T170000
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SUMMARY:LAPW After Hours: Book Study
DESCRIPTION:The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.\nThe Four Agreements are a code of conduct based on ancient Toltec wisdom that can help people achieve freedom\, happiness\, and love. The agreements are: Be Impeccable With Your Word\, Don’t Take Anything Personally\, Don’t Make Assumptions\, and Always Do Your Best. \nWhen: Tuesday\, September 12\, 2023 from 5-7pm\nWhere: Alexandria location – TBD\nRegistration: RSVP by September 5\, 2023 to Tara Bitzan at tbitzan10@gmail.com or (320) 815-3184\nCost: $10.00 for refreshments. Purchase book on your own! \nNote: If you are interested in joining this book study but this day/time does not work\, email Tara. Another session will be added if there is enough interest.
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/lapw-after-hours-book-study/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230902T080000
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SUMMARY:LAPW After Hours: Women's Health and Fitness is VITAL
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Health and Fitness is VITAL.\nIn honor of National Women’s Health and FitnessDay (September 28\, 2023) Vital Fit Club is offering an entire MONTH of a variety of health and fitness classes to LAPW members only! Not only will members have free access to the gym all month\, but Vital Fit Club is also offering weekly classes and small group training sessions to LAPW members from a variety of trainers! See the calendar below\, grab your favorite LAPW friend\, and pick the best option for YOU! This exclusive opportunity is completely free to members and will only require a little bit of sweat\, laughter\, and fun! Vital Fit Club is located at 112 6th Avenue E.\, Alexandria\, MN 56308. Thank you Jessica Downing and Vital Fit Club for providing this amazing opportunity to our members!
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/lapw-after-hours-womens-health-and-fitness-is-vital/
LOCATION:Vital Fit Club\, 112 6th Avenue E\, Alexandria\, Minnesota\, 56308
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230829T180000
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SUMMARY:LAPW After Hours: Disc Golf
DESCRIPTION:The Programming Committee invites you to come and learn to play disc golf! Disc golf (frisbee golf) is a flying disc sport in which players throw discs at targets with rules similar to golf. Join us for a fun evening learning the sport in a casual\, judgment free environment! \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, August 29\, 2023 from 6-8pm\nWhere: Barsness Park\, 11th Ave. SE\, Glenwood\, MN 56334\nRegistration: RSVP by August 28\, 2023 at noon to Tara Bitzan at tbitzan10@gmail.com or (320) 815-3184
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/lapw-after-hours-disc-golf/
LOCATION:Barsness Park\, 11th Ave. SE\, Glenwood\, MN\, 56334
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T130000
DTSTAMP:20230818T185623Z
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SUMMARY:Member Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us the 4th Wednesday of each month for the LAPW Member Luncheon. \n\n11:30am – 12:00pm: Networking & Lunch\n12:00 – 1:00pm: Program & Meeting\n\nWe are excited to have Rhyan Buettner- Desmaret join us for our August meeting! \nRhyan was featured in the Echo Press\, Duluth News Tribune and KARE 11 when she and her family were fighting to flee the violence in Haiti. She refused to leave three of her Haitian adopted children behind to bring herself\, husband and two biological children to Minnesota safely. Her story of service\, courage\, gratitude and persistence is truly inspiring! \nRhyan is also the founder of Middle Ground Haiti which provides services and support to children and families of children suffering from malnutrition. To learn more about their work\, click here.
URL:https://www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com/calendar/aug-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Grand Arbor by Vivie\, 4403 Pioneer Rd SE\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
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