2023 Legislative Session Recap, on Thursday, September 28th, 2023 6:00-8:00 pm in Maple Grove
We are excited to welcome back Representative Kristin Robbins to give us her insider take on the Legislative Session this year and what to do going forward.
She represents district 37A, which includes portions of Maple Grove, Independence, Greenfield, Loretto, Corcoran, Maple Plain and Medina.
Kristin is the Assistant Minority Leader and serves on The Higher Education Finance and Policy Committee, the Rules and Legislative Administration Committee and the Taxes Committee.
RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com
No meeting for August, enjoy the last of summer!
A Tale of Two Countries, on Thursday, July 27th, 2023 6:00-8:00pm in Maple Grove
On July 27th, 1953, a very homogeneous Korea with the same exact culture, people, history, and language was divided into two countries following the Korean War. The countries took different paths, following different ideologies. Their stories are dramatic in the extreme and offer important and poignant lessons for Americans...and specifically Republicans as we work to educate people about the realities of Capitalism vs Socialism.
Distinguished guest, Jinny Choi will present a comparison of the Koreas between 1953 and now. She is an amazing example of personal strength and determination and is supremely qualified to speak on this subject. Born in Korea, she came to the US as an international high school student. Jinny graduated with a degree in Economics, has worked with various companies in finance and became a C-suite executive in the US, where she currently is the COO at Brooklands Capital Strategies and Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Pacific Bridge Asset Management in Seoul Korea. RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Understanding the Modern Left, on Thursday, June 22nd, 2023 6:00-8:00pm in Maple Grove
Please join us and special guest Loren Spivak, on Thursday, June 22nd, as he helps us understand the modern Left and why we must take a stand against it. With humor, insight and always a fresh take, Loren speaks to Republican groups all over the United States about important issues of our time from a Republican perspective. In 2009 he began educating Conservative groups, (including ours in 2016), on free market economics as “The Free Market Warrior”. He has been the keynote speaker at state Republican conventions and state Republican Women's conventions. His latest book, "Kamalat," has just come out and is humorous look at the Biden administration. RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
"They're Lying", on Thursday, May 18th, 2023 6:00-8:00pm in Maple Grove
Please join us Thursday, May 18th, as we welcome multi-Emmy-Award-winning reporter and news anchor Liz Collin. Liz will be sharing with us her experiences and her new book, “They're Lying: The Media, the Left, and the Death of George Floyd”. Liz Collin has been a truth-teller for 20 years including her time as an on-air reporter and presenter with
WCCO-TV for over 13 years. In February 2022, Liz joined Alpha News as an investigative reporter. In her short time there, she has released blockbuster reports on important topics that have been avoided by the traditional press in Minnesota including: COVID protocols; ballot harvesting; January 6th; Progressive indoctrination of our kids; gender-affirming health care; and especially our problems with Crime. RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Election Integrity, on Thursday, April 27th, 2023 6:00-8:00pm in Maple Grove
Please join us Thursday, April 27th, for our meeting featuring Dan McGrath, election integrity advocate and author of “The Voter Fraud Manual”. Dan has extensive experience working in and around politics and government. He has served as executive director, president, and communications director for non-profit organizations; campaign manager for candidates; chairman of a ballot committee; and registered lobbyist. He has also launched several successful lawsuits against government entities and won cases in both the Minnesota and United States Supreme Courts. RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Legislative Update on Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 6:00-8:00pm in Maple Grove
Please join us Thursday, March 23rd, for a briefing on the 2023 Legislative Session, including bills passed, and upcoming bills we need to know about. We'd like to thank Peter Nelson for stepping-in for our planned speaker, State Representative Kristin Robbins (37A), who was engaged in late-night legislative efforts at the Capitol and couldn't be with us. Peter Nelson is a Senior Policy Fellow at Center of the American Experiment, Minnesota’s leading public policy organization, where he focuses his attention on the intersection of state and national health care policy. Peter spends an inordinate amount of time at the Capitol, speaking to law makers and sharing his expertise in Committee Hearings, and is well-versed in the goings-on at the Capitol this year. RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
**POSTPONED DUE TO SNOW ** Election Integrity, on Thursday, February 23rd, 2023 6:00-8:00pm
Please join us Thursday, February 23rd for our meeting featuring Dan McGrath, election integrity advocate and author of “The Voter Fraud Manual”. Dan has extensive experience working in and around politics and government. He has served as executive director, president, and communications director for non-profit organizations; campaign manager for candidates; chairman of a ballot committee; and registered lobbyist. He has also launched several successful lawsuits against government entities and won cases in both the Minnesota and United States Supreme Courts. RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
What We Learned from the 2022 Election, on Thursday, January 26th, 2023 6:00-8:00pm
Please join us for our meeting on Thursday, January 26th featuring Jennifer DeJournett. Jennifer will walk through what worked and what didn’t in the 2022 fall election cycle and what each of us can do to start winning campaigns in 2023 and beyond. Jennifer DeJournett is currently serving her fourth term as Commissioner on the Three Rivers Park Board and is the Minnesota Executive Director for American Majority, a training organization for Conservatives nationwide. As a well-known Republican political operative and analyst, Jennifer has appeared on local television and national political radio programs and has been a speaker at conferences and training events. RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
NW Metro Club Christmas Party, on Thursday, December 8th, 2022 6:00-8:00pm
Members only Christmas Party on Thursday, December 8th, 6:00-8:00 PM at the home of one of our members. Cost is $20 to be paid at the November club meeting. Dinner and drinks are provided and bring a dessert or appetizer if desired. Also holding an Elephant Silent Auction! Donate and bid on all types of elephants, except for living ones of course! RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Self Defense & Personal Safety, on Thursday, November 17th, 2022 6:00-8:30pm
Please join us on Thursday, November 17th, when Tim Unterseher will speak to us about Personal Safety and Self Defense. Tim is currently a Co-Owner of Twin Cities Ammo in Plymouth which was established in 2021. He retired from the US Army two years ago and moved to Minnesota. He honorably served over 25 years including seven total combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan.
In addition to sharing self-defense insights, Tim plans to share some of his military experiences and also the challenges of establishing a start-up business in Plymouth. RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
The Final Push, on Thursday, October 27, 2022 6:00-8:30pm
Please plan to attend our meeting on Thursday, October 27th when we will hear from Ellen Ward, Board Member & Secretary of Haven for Heroes ~ Honoring our Veterans. We'll learn about their mission which is to provide a refuge for veterans and our mission to bring them a bit of Christmas joy! Many of our members participated last year and we are so happy to do so once again this year. In addition, as we approach the last weeks before election, candidates are welcome to join us. Let's do all that we can to help them in this final push! Reach out directly to campaigns or to me via nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com to find out how you can volunteer.
An Insider's View at the Republican National Committee, on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022 6:00-8:30pm
Please join us on Thursday, September 22nd when our special guest will be Barb Sutter, our National Committeewoman to the Republican National Committee (RNC). Barb will give us a recap of this past year and reflect on her amazing adventures as National Committee Woman. To RSVP for the presentation, titled, “An Insider's View at The Republican National Committee," email us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Fighting Back in the Courts with Doug Seaton Thursday, Aug 25, 2022 6:00-8:30pm
Please join us on Thursday, August 25th when our special guest will be Doug Seaton, founder and President of the Upper Midwest Law Center. “Fighting Back in the Courts: The Upper Midwest Law Center Advances Our Liberties!” RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Let's Make Crime Illegal Again! Thursday, July 28, 2022 6:00-8:30pm
Please join us on Thursday, 28th when we will hear from TWO important guests who will speak on the subject of Crime and Public Safety: Tad Jude and Jai Hanson. Jai is a candidate for Hennepin County Sheriff and Tad is running for Hennepin County Attorney.
These are key races for Public Safety.
RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com
Protect MN Kids Act Campaign Thursday, May 19 2022 6:00-8:30pm
Please join us on Thursday, May 19th when we will hear from Kelly Janssen who serves as a Project Manager with the Child Protection League of Minnesota and is coordinating the efforts for their Protect MN Kids Act Campaign to create public awareness of issues concerning children and families. RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Ballot Boards: What are they and are they important? April 28, 2022 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Please join us on Thursday, April 28th when our special guest will be the Deputy Chair of the Minnesota Republican Party, Donna Bergstrom. Donna has a fascinating background and career history as a candidate and activist on behalf of the Minnesota GOP. Donna will speak to us about election integrity. Donna is a military veteran with over twenty years’ service in Signals Intelligence/Electronic Warfare with the Marine Corps. She is also a member of the Red Lake Nation of NW Minnesota. RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
"News From the Inside ~ Journalism Today", March 24th 2022 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Perhaps you heard the news when Liz recently moved from WCCO TV to Alpha News. Her initial undercover report with Alpha News focused on the Carjacking Crisis in the Twin Cities and generated great interest and much acclaim. Liz will speak to us about her carjacking story as well as how she landed at Alpha News and some inside thoughts on journalism with all its new pressures and woke culture.
Liz Collin has been a truth-teller for 20 years as a multi-Emmy-Award-winning reporter and anchor. Liz is a Worthington, Minnesota native who lives in the suburbs with her husband, son and loyal lab. RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
"The State of our State", February 24th 2022 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Please join us on Thursday, February 24th when we will hear from our own distinguished member of the Legislature, Kristin Robbins. Kristin is a position to know and this will be a great opportunity to hear about the issues we face and to ask questions of importance to you. Kristin is a State Representative from Legislative District 34A which covers Dayton, Rogers and part of Maple Grove. She serves on the Human Services Finance & Policy, Judiciary Finance & Civil Law as well as Tax Committees. We are so honored that she is a member of our club! RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Hope for the Future on Thursday, January 27th 2022 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Join us for our first meeting of the new year! Guest speaker will be Susan Esbe, a conservative student swimming upstream on the very liberal University of Minnesota campus. Hear her speak about “Political Self Censorship on College Campuses“ and Turning Point USA. She is the campus coordinator of the U of M's Turning Point USA chapter. . RSVP and get details by emailing us at nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Get ready to party! Thursday, Dec 2nd, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
We invite you to our annual Christmas party where you'll enjoy great conversation and food with fellow conservatives. It's the time of year when we ask members to renew, or new people to join, so for those who do, there'll be some prizes to win and an auction. For details and to RSVP,
email nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Caucus What? Thursday, November 18, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Please join us for a presentation by Lonny Leitner who is Chief of Staff for American Majority. Learn about caucuses, why they're important, and why they matter to conservative causes. We'll meet for dinner and the presentation. For details and to RSVP,
email nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Support our Veterans October 28, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
We hope you will join us in our annual outreach project with this year's focus on our veterans. Come hear from Ellen & Bart Ward, the Directors of Haven For Heroes and learn about these beautiful cottages and wonderful community of care. We will also explain two easy and fun options to support their work.
Please email nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com for details and to RSVP for the meeting!
Public Safety: What We Need to Know September 23, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Police Chief Erik Fadden leads the Public Safety Department, which encompasses the Plymouth Police and Fire departments, as well as emergency management services. Erik grew up in Plymouth, graduated from Wayzata High School and has devoted nearly all of his professional life to serving the community as a member of the Plymouth Police Department. He has a family and two children that go to school in Plymouth. Fadden holds a bachelor’s degree in law enforcement from Minnesota State University, Mankato. He has also pursued professional studies at Northwestern University in Evanston, Ill. and the Police Executive Research Forum in Washington, D.C.
Please email nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com for details and to RSVP. Bring a friend!
Take Charge and Stop Critical Race Theory! Thursday, August 26, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Our special guest speaker will be Sheila Qualls to talk about this important issue. TakeCharge is an organization committed to supporting the notion that the idea of America works for everyone regardless of race and station in life. TakeCharge believes that we own our future by instilling the idea of taking charge of our lives, our families, and communities. TakeCharge is committed to countering the prevailing narrative in popular culture that America is structured to undermine the lives of black Americans.
Join us for dinner and an educational meeting For location and to RSVP, contact nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Local Elections: An Opportunity to Make a Big Difference Thursday, June 24 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Presenters at this meeting will share advice on how we can support conservatives as they ride a wave of recent local Republican wins. Now is the time to get involved in any way you can!
Consider our local school boards and city councils. Just one conservative voice can make a huge difference in opposing “Critical Race Theory,” “GreenStep Cities” and the other radical ideas that threaten our schools and communities. With several board seats opening up later this year, we have a unique opportunity to get our voices heard.
Join us for dinner and an educational meeting on June 24 from 6:00 to 8:30. For location and to RSVP, contact nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Pizza Party, Officer Elections, and Guest Speaker Thursday, May 20 in person, 7:00 - 9:00pm
Join us in our first in-person meeting since last year! Order your own food and join us in a private room where we'll hold elections for club officers, and end by hearing Micah Olson of the Center of the American Experiment speak on "Defending the Promise of Opportunity: Inside President Biden’s Radical Agenda and How You Can Fight for American Opportunity." Don't miss this opportunity to socialize and pick your steering committee for the coming year! Please RSVP to nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com for address and details.
Our Members
Our members include women and men in the western Twin Cities suburbs of Plymouth, Wayzata, Minnetonka, and surrounding areas. We are chartered by the Minnesota Federation of Republican Women. Begun in 2015, we are a young and dynamically growing club.
Annual membership runs $45 (or $20 for spouses and associate members). It covers the costs of meeting space rental, website management, postage, and other miscellaneous administrative costs. To inquire about membership, contact nwmetrowomen@protonmail.com.
Our Meetings
Guests are welcome to our monthly meetings. They are held on the 4th Thursday of the month, in the evening, and generally take place in the banquet room of a restaurant in Maple Grove. $16 cover charge includes dinner.
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Our Mission
Education and fellowship are our primary goals, as is engaging in action on local issues. We aim to empower women to positively impact government and strengthen the Republican Party in the free principles and conservative values we hold dear.