Limitless: Women Rising Together
2026-08-04 13:00 - 17:00 UTC | Lake Area Technical College Student Center 4th Floor, 1201 Arrow Ave NE, Watertown, SD, 57201, United States
Limitless: Women Rising Together is more than just a conference—it’s a movement designed to empower, connect, and elevate women in their personal and professional lives. Whether you’re an aspiring leader, an established professional, or someone seeking inspiration, this event will equip you with the tools and connections needed to embrace your limitless potential.

STEM Education Conference
2026-08-12 08:00 - 15:00 UTC | Heritage Christian Academy, 15655 Bass Lake Rd, Maple Grove, MN, 55311, United States
Ignite curiosity, spark innovation, and empower your students for the future of learning.
Join educators, STEM specialists, and school leaders from across Minnesota for an inspiring day of hands-on workshops, expert-led sessions, and meaningful collaboration.
Whether you’re looking to deepen your STEM knowledge, explore innovative teaching strategies, or connect with a passionate professional community, the STEM Education Conference will equip you with the tools, insights, and energy to transform your classroom.

Talk Nerdy To Me: Generative AI You'll Actually Use
2026-10-22 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York), 2026-10-22 14:45 - 15:45 UTC | Mayo Civic Center – Suite 106 – Lower Level, 30 Civic Center Dr, Rochester, 55904, United States
If you have ever worried you might accidentally break the internet, ask ChatGPT the wrong question, or discover that AI knows a little too much about your grocery list, you are in good company. Paula makes Generative AI approachable, useful, and far less intimidating with plenty of laughs along the way.
This session is designed for curious beginners, busy professionals, and anyone who wants to better understand how AI can save time, spark ideas, and support the important work Community Education teams do every day.
Key Takeaways

Understand what Generative AI, ChatGPT, Claude, and LLMs actually are without needing a computer science degree or a secret decoder ring.
Learn how Community Education professionals can use AI for program planning, class descriptions, instructor communication, marketing, event support, newsletters, and daily operations.
Explore ways AI can help save time, reduce repetitive tasks, improve communication, and support stronger service to students, families, instructors, and community partners.
See updated tools, examples, and practical use cases for both first-time attendees and those who have attended Paula’s previous AI sessions.

Leave with clear, practical ideas you can use right away to work smarter, communicate better, and stay relevant in a changing education and community engagement landscape.

Hometown for the Holidays – Stillwater
2026-11-05 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Lora Event Center, 402 S Main St, Stillwater, MN, 55082, United States
I’d love for you to join me!
I’m excited to be the emcee for this year’s Hometown for the Holidays on Thursday, November 5, at the LORA Event Center in downtown Stillwater.
This wonderful evening brings our community together to celebrate the holidays while supporting Community Thread and the important work they do throughout the year.
I hope you’ll join me for a night of inspiration, celebration, and giving back. Let’s make this holiday season one to remember!
See you there! ❤️
