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SUMMARY:69th Anniversary of Karen Martyr's Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us and the whole Minnesota Karen community to celebrate the 69th Anniversary of Karen Martyr’s Day on Saturday\, August 10th and Sunday\, August 11th\, 2019. There will be a main ceremony on Saturday morning\, sports competitions throughout both days\, plenty of food vendors\, and more! \nThis year\, the event will be held at Hazelwood Park in Maplewood\, MN. \nKaren Martyr’s Day is officially on August 12 and commemorates the anniversary of the death of Saw Ba U Gyi (the first president of the Karen National Union) in 1950. Others who have fought for the Karen are also honored in remembrance of the Karen resistance. \nMore detailed information in the flyer below: \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nParking information:  \nThere are two parking lots to the park. One on the North side and the other on the South side of the park. Another parking lot is located at Community Dental Care. (See the photo to the right) \nPlease keep in mind that event parking is $10. Cash accepted only. The event itself is free. \nParking at the 1st Evangelical Church is for volunteers only.\nVolunteers please be aware that on Sunday there is no parking at the church from the morning until 1pm CT.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/2019-martyrs-day/
LOCATION:Hazelwood Park\, 1663 County Rd C E\, Maplewood\, MN\, 55109\, United States
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SUMMARY:KOM's 4th Annual Summer Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 4th Annual Summer Fundraiser on Saturday\, July 20th\, 2019! We will have competitive kids soccer and adult volleyball tournaments\, Karen and Thai food for sale\, children’s activities\, and more! \nMen’s & Women’s Volleyball Tournaments Information: \n1st prize: $1\,000 \n2nd prize: $700 \nRegistration fee: $100 per team \nKOM Fundraiser Men’s Volleyball Gegistration Form \nKOM Fundraiser Women’s Vollyeball Registration Form (1) \nEmail finished forms to Ta Da at: tda@mnkaren.org \nKid’s Soccer Tournament Information: \n1st prize: $500 \n2nd prize: $300 \nRegistration fee: $50 per team \nInterested in sponsoring our event? Contact Frank Hennick\, KOM Development Associate to learn about sponsorship opportunities. \nInterested in volunteering at our event? Contact Suzanne Olive\, KOM Volunteer Coordinator to learn about how you can help.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/koms-4th-annual-summer-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Mississippi Creative Arts School\, 1575 L'Orient St\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190614T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190614T170000
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we have decided to cancel our Karen Culture Presentation for June 19th\, 2020. We are in the process of gradually bringing our staff back to the office\, but that won’t begin until June 29th. We plan to host our next presentation in August and will share updates about whether it will be virtual or in-person. Thank you for understanding. \nAre you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our next bi-monthly Karen Culture Presentation. During this presentation\, participants with learn about the Karen history\, culture\, and resettlement in the U.S. We will explore the history of the Karen and how they became refugees\, and discuss how the Karen have adapted to life in the U.S. We will also give a brief overview of Karen culture\, covering everything from food\, to clothing\, to family\, to communication styles\, and more. Come with open ears and any questions. Attendance is limited to 25 people. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket on Eventbrite. \n*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-2/2019-06-14/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Olive":MAILTO:solive@mnkaren.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190412T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190412T170000
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we have decided to cancel our Karen Culture Presentation for June 19th\, 2020. We are in the process of gradually bringing our staff back to the office\, but that won’t begin until June 29th. We plan to host our next presentation in August and will share updates about whether it will be virtual or in-person. Thank you for understanding. \nAre you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our next bi-monthly Karen Culture Presentation. During this presentation\, participants with learn about the Karen history\, culture\, and resettlement in the U.S. We will explore the history of the Karen and how they became refugees\, and discuss how the Karen have adapted to life in the U.S. We will also give a brief overview of Karen culture\, covering everything from food\, to clothing\, to family\, to communication styles\, and more. Come with open ears and any questions. Attendance is limited to 25 people. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket on Eventbrite. \n*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-2/2019-04-12/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Olive":MAILTO:solive@mnkaren.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190405T100000
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SUMMARY:FTI-UM Course Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in becoming a painter\, drywall finisher or glassworker and want to make $16/hour or more? Then join this FREE 5-week training program offered by the Finishing Trades Institute of the Upper Midwest. You will learn the basics of commercial painting\, industrial coating\, drywall finishing\, glasswork\, and glazier work. The training will be held Monday-Friday from 8:00am – 2:00pm and it will be offered two times: April 15 – May 17\, 2019 and June 10 – July 12\, 2019. \nCome to our information session at KOM on Friday\, April 5 at 10:00am to learn more. Or\, contact Rebekah Hanson at 651-202-3136/rhanson@mnkaren.org with any questions.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/fti-um-course-information-session/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Rebekah Jacobson":MAILTO:rjacobson@mnkaren.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190215T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180720T134004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T165359Z
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we have decided to cancel our Karen Culture Presentation for June 19th\, 2020. We are in the process of gradually bringing our staff back to the office\, but that won’t begin until June 29th. We plan to host our next presentation in August and will share updates about whether it will be virtual or in-person. Thank you for understanding. \nAre you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our next bi-monthly Karen Culture Presentation. During this presentation\, participants with learn about the Karen history\, culture\, and resettlement in the U.S. We will explore the history of the Karen and how they became refugees\, and discuss how the Karen have adapted to life in the U.S. We will also give a brief overview of Karen culture\, covering everything from food\, to clothing\, to family\, to communication styles\, and more. Come with open ears and any questions. Attendance is limited to 25 people. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket on Eventbrite. \n*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-2/2019-02-15/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Olive":MAILTO:solive@mnkaren.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190101T180000
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SUMMARY:2758 Karen New Year Celebration 2019
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, January 1st\, 2019 for the 2758 Karen New Year Celebration at Washington Tech Magnet School. \nThe main program runs from 10 am to 12 pm\, and the entertainment continues from 12 pm to 6 pm. There will be speeches\, men and women’s volleyball tournaments\, a karaoke competition for kids\, raffle prizes\, and an improve competition. \nFor the past few years\, the Karen New Year in St. Paul has drawn over 1\,000 people. Be a part of the celebration\, you don’t want to miss it! \n\nOpportunities for Sponsorship\nWe are also accepting sponsors for the 2758 Karen New Year\, the last day to submit a sponsor form and payment is Wednesday\, December 26th. Your sponsorship will show your agency’s support for the Karen community and keep this event free and accessible for all community members. More information about the sponsor packages can be found here. To sponsor\, complete this Sponsor Registration Form then make a secure payment below (via Paypal). Thank you! \n\n \n\n\n\nContribution Level\n\n\nToe Baw (Bronze) Sponsor $200.00 USDSay (Silver) Sponsor $500.00 USDHtoo (Gold) Sponsor $1\,000.00 USDHtoo Wah (Platinum) Sponsor $2\,000.00 USD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nIf you have any questions about the event\, please contact one of the following individuals: \nNay Htoo\, Event Chair              Marner Saw\, Event Chair                  Frank Hennick\, Resource Fair \n651-529-5066                                  651-202-3103                                       651-202-3109 \nsawnay@gmail.com                     msaw@mnkaren.org                           kvue@mnkaren.org
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/2758-karen-new-year-celebration-2019/
LOCATION:Washington Technology Magnet School\, 1495 Rice Street\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, 55117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181207T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T165359Z
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we have decided to cancel our Karen Culture Presentation for June 19th\, 2020. We are in the process of gradually bringing our staff back to the office\, but that won’t begin until June 29th. We plan to host our next presentation in August and will share updates about whether it will be virtual or in-person. Thank you for understanding. \nAre you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our next bi-monthly Karen Culture Presentation. During this presentation\, participants with learn about the Karen history\, culture\, and resettlement in the U.S. We will explore the history of the Karen and how they became refugees\, and discuss how the Karen have adapted to life in the U.S. We will also give a brief overview of Karen culture\, covering everything from food\, to clothing\, to family\, to communication styles\, and more. Come with open ears and any questions. Attendance is limited to 25 people. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket on Eventbrite. \n*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-2/2018-12-07/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Olive":MAILTO:solive@mnkaren.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181126T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20181119T173818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181119T173818Z
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SUMMARY:MNsure Enrollment Event
DESCRIPTION:KOM will host a MNsure Enrollement Event with agency partners from Vietnamese Social Services and CAPI USA to assist with MNsure applications\, health enrollment plans\, application case statuses\, and questions about MNsure.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/mnsure-enrollment-event/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181118T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T135844Z
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SUMMARY:Flu Shot & Dental Varnish Clinics
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nFree Flu Shot and Dental Varnish Clinics will be held this November at three different locations. Check the flyer to find the location for each date and time. All are welcome! \nDon’t forget to bring your ID for registration!
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/flu-shot-dental-varnish-clinics/2018-11-18/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181111T120000
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SUMMARY:Flu Shot & Dental Varnish Clinics
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nFree Flu Shot and Dental Varnish Clinics will be held this November at three different locations. Check the flyer to find the location for each date and time. All are welcome! \nDon’t forget to bring your ID for registration!
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/flu-shot-dental-varnish-clinics/2018-11-11/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181104T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181104T103000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
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LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T135844Z
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SUMMARY:Flu Shot & Dental Varnish Clinics
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nFree Flu Shot and Dental Varnish Clinics will be held this November at three different locations. Check the flyer to find the location for each date and time. All are welcome! \nDon’t forget to bring your ID for registration!
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/flu-shot-dental-varnish-clinics/2018-11-04/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20181003T142329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181003T143303Z
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SUMMARY:Voter Education
DESCRIPTION:Are you wanting to learn more about the positions up for election this year or are not sure how the voting process works?\nCome to KOM on one of the three days listed in October to learn about the voting process and see who the candidates are in Minnesota. One big position up for election this year is Minnesota governor! \nTo sign up\, or for more information\, contact Hta Thi Yu Moo. \nThese voter education sessions are organized by KOM in partnership with CAPI USA. \n  \nThere is no voter education on October 19th at 10AM. It is only from 3-5PM on the 19th.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/voter-education/2018-10-29/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181026T200000
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SUMMARY:Voter Education
DESCRIPTION:Are you wanting to learn more about the positions up for election this year or are not sure how the voting process works?\nCome to KOM on one of the three days listed in October to learn about the voting process and see who the candidates are in Minnesota. One big position up for election this year is Minnesota governor! \nTo sign up\, or for more information\, contact Hta Thi Yu Moo. \nThese voter education sessions are organized by KOM in partnership with CAPI USA. \n  \nThere is no voter education on October 19th at 10AM. It is only from 3-5PM on the 19th.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/voter-education/2018-10-26/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180904T155009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T183634Z
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SUMMARY:10th Anniversary Gala
DESCRIPTION:The Karen Organization of Minnesota will hold its annual gala on October 25th\,\nand this year’s event is especially meaningful: it’s our tenth anniversary!\n  \nSince 2008\, KOM has worked on behalf of thousands of refugees from Burma looking to build successful lives in Minnesota. Today\, they make use of our employment programs\, social services\, health trainings\, youth activities\, and much more. We’re excited to reflect on our community’s progress\, look back on our programs’ highlights\, and celebrate the key figures whose vision made it possible. By the end of the night\, we’ll be looking forward at what we have in store for another ten years. \nThis year’s gala will take place at Inwood Oaks\, offering easy access off of I-94 and free parking. Over 300 guests will enjoy music\, a cash bar\, silent auction\, dinner\, and a short program featuring special guests who have journeyed with us over the past decade. \nWe welcome businesses\, partner organizations\, and individuals to show your support for KOM and refugees from Burma by sponsoring a table at our annual gala. If you are interested in sponsoring this event\, please contact Frank Hennick or email events@mnkaren.org for more information. \nParking \n Inwood Oaks offers easy access of I-94\, and parking is free in the lot. \nSchedule \n5:30 | Social hour\, silent auction\, and cash bar\n6:45 | Welcome & dinner\n7:30 | Program begins (silent auction closes at 7:15)\n8:30 | Closing \nAttire \nBusiness or cocktail \n  \nREGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED FOR OUR GALA. THANK YOU.\n  \nWe appreciate your support of the growing community of refugees from Burma. \nHave questions about the gala? Contact Frank Hennick at 651-202-3109 or events@mnkaren.org. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nTo sponsor a table at the Annual Gala:\n\nPay by credit card using our online registration form\, or\nPrint our sponsor registration form (PDF). Mail your completed registration form and check to 2353 Rice Street Suite #240\, Roseville\, MN 55113.\nSponsor registration deadline is October 5th\n\nTo purchase individual tickets:\n\nPay by credit card using our online registration form\, or\nPrint out individual registration form (PDF). Mail your completed registration form and check to 2353 Rice Street Suite #240\, Roseville\, MN 55113.\nIndividual registration final deadline is October 19th\n\nTo donate an item to our silent auction:\n\nContact Frank Hennick or email events@mnkaren.org.\n\nTo volunteer:\nWe’re also looking for volunteers to help out with the festivities! This October come over to the office and lend a hand by creating signs\, writing descriptions for the silent auction prizes\, and helping us plan out the details of the big event. You can also pitch in on the night of the gala: we’ll need help setting up\, decorating\, processing the silent auction items\, and more. \n\nEvent volunteers can attend the gala for a discounted price (half-off the regular ticket price).\nPlease register using the individual registration form above and you can send us a check for $35 or we can send you an invoice for a card payment.\nTo learn more about how you can help\, please contact Suzanne Olive or Frank Hennick.\n\n  \nWe hope you will consider attending and joining KOM in celebration and unity.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/10th-anniversary-gala/
LOCATION:Inwood Oaks\, 484 Inwood Ave. N\, Oakdale\, MN\, 55128\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181019T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
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SUMMARY:Voter Education
DESCRIPTION:Are you wanting to learn more about the positions up for election this year or are not sure how the voting process works?\nCome to KOM on one of the three days listed in October to learn about the voting process and see who the candidates are in Minnesota. One big position up for election this year is Minnesota governor! \nTo sign up\, or for more information\, contact Hta Thi Yu Moo. \nThese voter education sessions are organized by KOM in partnership with CAPI USA. \n  \nThere is no voter education on October 19th at 10AM. It is only from 3-5PM on the 19th.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/voter-education/2018-10-19/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
GEO:45.0119704;-93.1069931
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180720T134004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T165359Z
UID:10000180-1538753400-1538758800@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we have decided to cancel our Karen Culture Presentation for June 19th\, 2020. We are in the process of gradually bringing our staff back to the office\, but that won’t begin until June 29th. We plan to host our next presentation in August and will share updates about whether it will be virtual or in-person. Thank you for understanding. \nAre you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our next bi-monthly Karen Culture Presentation. During this presentation\, participants with learn about the Karen history\, culture\, and resettlement in the U.S. We will explore the history of the Karen and how they became refugees\, and discuss how the Karen have adapted to life in the U.S. We will also give a brief overview of Karen culture\, covering everything from food\, to clothing\, to family\, to communication styles\, and more. Come with open ears and any questions. Attendance is limited to 25 people. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket on Eventbrite. \n*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-2/2018-10-05/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Olive":MAILTO:solive@mnkaren.org 
GEO:45.0119704;-93.1069931
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180913T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180911T164900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T164900Z
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SUMMARY:Metro Transit (Bus) Training
DESCRIPTION:KOM will host a free metro transit (bus) training on Thursday\, September 13th at 10:30AM. \nFor more detailed information\, and to sign up\, please contact Chrit Hen.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/metro-transit-bus-training/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180816T140849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T142612Z
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SUMMARY:Karen Health Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin us at Wellshare International’s first ever Karen Health Resource Fair! \nThis event brings together health resources to the Karen community. Dental\, physical\, and mental health organizations as well as workforce development\, housing\, and other supporting organizations will all be in attendance. \nIn addition to health resources\, there will be a youth soccer and volleyball tournament\, poetry contest\, and art contest. And do not worry about the weather\, this event will take place rain or shine.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-health-resource-fair/
LOCATION:McDonough Fields\, 1575 L’Orient St.\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Wellshare International":MAILTO:jplum@wellshareinternational.org
GEO:44.988831;-93.0908866
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180822T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180822T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180801T204542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T134934Z
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SUMMARY:Karen Student Weaving Showcase
DESCRIPTION:With the generous support of the Minnesota State Arts Board\, this summer the Karen women’s weaving circle has been mentoring a dynamic group of high school students at the East Side Freedom Library. \nCome and see the beautiful work they have done! Come and meet the students and their teachers. \nThere will be refreshments and hand woven cloth and clothing to buy. \n \n  \nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. \n 
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-student-weaving-showcase/
LOCATION:East Side Freedom Library\, 1105 Greenbrier St\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
GEO:44.9745018;-93.0714019
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=East Side Freedom Library 1105 Greenbrier St St. Paul MN 55106 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1105 Greenbrier St:geo:-93.0714019,44.9745018
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180817T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180817T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180720T134004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200610T165359Z
UID:10000179-1534519800-1534525200@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we have decided to cancel our Karen Culture Presentation for June 19th\, 2020. We are in the process of gradually bringing our staff back to the office\, but that won’t begin until June 29th. We plan to host our next presentation in August and will share updates about whether it will be virtual or in-person. Thank you for understanding. \nAre you interested in learning more about Karen culture? Join us for our next bi-monthly Karen Culture Presentation. During this presentation\, participants with learn about the Karen history\, culture\, and resettlement in the U.S. We will explore the history of the Karen and how they became refugees\, and discuss how the Karen have adapted to life in the U.S. We will also give a brief overview of Karen culture\, covering everything from food\, to clothing\, to family\, to communication styles\, and more. Come with open ears and any questions. Attendance is limited to 25 people. Please RSVP by registering for a ticket on Eventbrite. \n*Suggested donation of $5 at time of event
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-2/2018-08-17/
LOCATION:Karen Organization of Minnesota\, 2353 Rice Street\, Suite 240\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Olive":MAILTO:solive@mnkaren.org 
GEO:45.0119704;-93.1069931
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180812T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180812T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180724T145411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180724T145411Z
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SUMMARY:68th Anniversary of The Karen Martyrs Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Karen Community of Minnesota would like to invite you to come and celebrate the 68th anniversary honoring Karen Martyrs Day which will take place on Statuary August 11 and Sunday August 12\, 2018 at McDonough Fields (Mississippi Creative Arts School) 1575 L’Orient Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55117. For more information please contact Thara Nay Htoo at 651-529-5066 or Thara Morrison Jonny at 651-242-1957. RSVP at the Karen Martyrs Day Facebook event page.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/68th-anniversary-of-the-karen-martyrs-day-celebration/2018-08-12/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180811T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180811T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180724T145411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180724T145411Z
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SUMMARY:68th Anniversary of The Karen Martyrs Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Karen Community of Minnesota would like to invite you to come and celebrate the 68th anniversary honoring Karen Martyrs Day which will take place on Statuary August 11 and Sunday August 12\, 2018 at McDonough Fields (Mississippi Creative Arts School) 1575 L’Orient Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55117. For more information please contact Thara Nay Htoo at 651-529-5066 or Thara Morrison Jonny at 651-242-1957. RSVP at the Karen Martyrs Day Facebook event page.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/68th-anniversary-of-the-karen-martyrs-day-celebration/2018-08-11/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180721T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180721T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180419T141939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180628T203740Z
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SUMMARY:KOM's 3rd Annual Summer Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION: The Karen Organization of Minnesota (KOM) is celebrating 10 years! We are excited to share that 2018 marks 10 years since KOM received 501c (3) nonprofit status. Since 2008\, we have been working hard to support the resettlement of refugees from Burma through wraparound services\, community support and our role as a cultural bridge. And now it’s time to celebrate! \nWe are happy to announce KOM’s 3rd Annual Summer Fundraiser on Saturday\, July 21st 2018. This year\, there will be a men’s and women’s volleyball tournament\, a men’s cane ball tournament\, Karen and Thai food sales\, and children’s activities. The event will be held at the Mississippi Creative Arts Magnet School fields (1575 L’Orient St.\, St. Paul\, MN 55117). \nVolleyball Tournament Information:\n1st prize: $1\,000\n2nd prize: $700\nRegistration Fee: $100 per team \nCaneball Tournament Information:\n1st prize: $500\n2nd prize: $300\nRegistration Fee: $50 per team \nFor more information\, contact Keetha Vue\nTo register your team for the sports tournament\, contact Eh Tah Khu. Deadline to register in the sports tournament is Friday\, July 13th.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/koms-3rd-annual-summer-fundraiser/
LOCATION:McDonough Fields\, 1575 L’Orient St.\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States
GEO:44.988831;-93.0908866
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180715T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180627T205603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180629T185523Z
UID:10000176-1531656000-1531677600@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Twin Cities World Refugee Day 2018
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \nKOM will be participating in this year’s Twin Cities World Refugee Day on Sunday\, July 15th from 12pm – 6pm. \nCome and join us! \n“Twin Cities World Refugee Day brings Minnesotans together to celebrate the diverse gifts that refugees bring to our state. Event-goers enjoy free live entertainment\, food and vendors from around the world\, children’s activities\, a community resource fair and interactive educational displays.” \n– TCWRD event website. \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/twin-cities-world-refugee-day-2018/
LOCATION:Loring Park\, 1382 Willow St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
GEO:44.9689767;-93.2818269
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180708T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180708T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180627T205626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180629T184531Z
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SUMMARY:Karen Weaving Circle at the Little Mekong Night Market
DESCRIPTION:Our Karen Weaving Circle will be participating in this year’s Little Mekong Night Market on Saturday\, July 7th and Sunday July 8th. \nWe will be selling traditional hand-woven pieces throughout the event. Stop by our table! \nFor more information\, visit the Little Mekong Night Market event website. \n 
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-weaving-circle-at-the-little-mekong-night-market/2018-07-08/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180707T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180708T000000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180627T205626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180629T184531Z
UID:10000177-1530982800-1531008000@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Karen Weaving Circle at the Little Mekong Night Market
DESCRIPTION:Our Karen Weaving Circle will be participating in this year’s Little Mekong Night Market on Saturday\, July 7th and Sunday July 8th. \nWe will be selling traditional hand-woven pieces throughout the event. Stop by our table! \nFor more information\, visit the Little Mekong Night Market event website. \n 
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-weaving-circle-at-the-little-mekong-night-market/2018-07-07/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180701T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180731T000000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180516T155318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180628T204139Z
UID:10000175-1530403200-1532995200@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:KOMoves for Youth 2018
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for a challenge this July?\nWe invite you to join KOMoves for Youth\, a 30-Day challenge where participants commit to running\, walking\, biking\, or another form of exercise from July 1 – 31. During that time\, each participant will raise a minimum of $200 to support KOM’s Youth Program. Our goal is to raise $5\,000 to further our impact in the lives of refugee youth. All participants will receive a KOMoves sticker. Participants who raise over $200 will receive a water bottle for their efforts! Woohoo\, let’s get started! \nKOM’s Youth Program has made a difference in the lives of over 1\,000 refugee youth since the program began. Youth that participate in the program build leadership skills\, build connections with their peers and the community and receive opportunities to deepen their understanding and connection to Karen culture. Several of our former students have gone on to college or work to give back to their community. Two of KOM’s direct service staff\, Hta Thi Yu Moo and Every Gyi\, were also participants of KOM’s youth program while in high school. This program is important for raising up the next generation of Karen and Karenni leaders. \n  \nWatch the KOMoves video\n  \nCan’t join? Donate to the challenge or contribute by sharing this event with your networks! \nFind our KOMoves for Youth 2018 Fundraising Page on GiveMN.org and support our youth program by sponsoring the challenge participants. You can also help them win prizes by helping them reach their fundraising goals! \n\n 
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/komoves-for-youth-2018/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180617T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180425T134019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T142434Z
UID:10000168-1529222400-1529247600@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Firearm Safety Certification Classes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/firearm-safety-certification-classes/2018-06-17/
LOCATION:375 West University Avenue\, Suite 204\, St. Paul\, MN 55103\, 375 West University Avenue\, Suite 204\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55103\, United States
GEO:44.9559809;-93.1157576
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180616T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T183836
CREATED:20180425T134019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T142434Z
UID:10000167-1529136000-1529161200@mnkaren.org
SUMMARY:Firearm Safety Certification Classes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/firearm-safety-certification-classes/2018-06-16/
LOCATION:375 West University Avenue\, Suite 204\, St. Paul\, MN 55103\, 375 West University Avenue\, Suite 204\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55103\, United States
GEO:44.9559809;-93.1157576
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