Try out this homespun craft while making your own coaster-sized “rug” to take home. 

Choose fabric strips, learn to braid them, then hand stitch your braid into a mini rug. 

Adult assistance needed for children. All materials provided. 

Free program for all ages. No registration required. Drop in any time during the 3-hour event.  

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Hike through the restored native prairie in Pond Dakota Mission Park and learn about the oak savannah that originally surrounded the historic Pond House. 

Listen to Minnesota bird calls and make a pinecone bird feeder to take home. Our fine-feathered friends will thank you for it! 

Free program for all ages. No registration required. Drop in any time during the three-hour event.  

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Hiromi Yokoi

The City of Bloomington is partnering with Launch Minnesota to host Walk in Wednesdays for Startups and Small Businesses. 

Hosted by Hiromi Yokoi from NextStage, these monthly open house sessions spotlight the wealth of startup resources available, at no cost, and help entrepreneurs connect with experts in their area.

The event is free, and no registration is necessary.

About NextStage

NextStage is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support entrepreneurs at every stage. Our experienced business advisors are passionate about helping entrepreneurs refine their business plans, start exciting new enterprises, and thrive in a competitive and constantly changing business landscape.

For entrepreneurs in the beginning stages, we can help you put all the pieces in place to start your business with confidence, including evaluating start-up financing opportunities. For those who are ready for the next stage, we can help you grow your revenues and create new jobs through sound planning and competitive financing.

NextStage business advising services are available at no cost to participating entrepreneurs/businesses thanks to the generous support of our public sector partners: Carver County, Hennepin County, Scott County, and the cities of Bloomington and Minneapolis.

Services that NextStage provides:

• Business planning and assessment
• One-on-one business advising or coaching
• Assistance with access to capital
• Financial management
• Navigation of Elevate Hennepin resources and referrals
   

Hiromi Yokoi

The City of Bloomington is partnering with Launch Minnesota to host Walk in Wednesdays for Startups and Small Businesses. 

Hosted by Hiromi Yokoi from NextStage, these monthly open house sessions spotlight the wealth of startup resources available, at no cost, and help entrepreneurs connect with experts in their area.

The event is free, and no registration is necessary.

About NextStage

NextStage is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support entrepreneurs at every stage. Our experienced business advisors are passionate about helping entrepreneurs refine their business plans, start exciting new enterprises, and thrive in a competitive and constantly changing business landscape.

For entrepreneurs in the beginning stages, we can help you put all the pieces in place to start your business with confidence, including evaluating start-up financing opportunities. For those who are ready for the next stage, we can help you grow your revenues and create new jobs through sound planning and competitive financing.

NextStage business advising services are available at no cost to participating entrepreneurs/businesses thanks to the generous support of our public sector partners: Carver County, Hennepin County, Scott County, and the cities of Bloomington and Minneapolis.

Services that NextStage provides:

• Business planning and assessment
• One-on-one business advising or coaching
• Assistance with access to capital
• Financial management
• Navigation of Elevate Hennepin resources and referrals
   

Hiromi Yokoi

The City of Bloomington is partnering with Launch Minnesota to host Walk in Wednesdays for Startups and Small Businesses. 

Hosted by Hiromi Yokoi from NextStage, these monthly open house sessions spotlight the wealth of startup resources available, at no cost, and help entrepreneurs connect with experts in their area.

The event is free, and no registration is necessary.

About NextStage

NextStage is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support entrepreneurs at every stage. Our experienced business advisors are passionate about helping entrepreneurs refine their business plans, start exciting new enterprises, and thrive in a competitive and constantly changing business landscape.

For entrepreneurs in the beginning stages, we can help you put all the pieces in place to start your business with confidence, including evaluating start-up financing opportunities. For those who are ready for the next stage, we can help you grow your revenues and create new jobs through sound planning and competitive financing.

NextStage business advising services are available at no cost to participating entrepreneurs/businesses thanks to the generous support of our public sector partners: Carver County, Hennepin County, Scott County, and the cities of Bloomington and Minneapolis.

Services that NextStage provides:

• Business planning and assessment
• One-on-one business advising or coaching
• Assistance with access to capital
• Financial management
• Navigation of Elevate Hennepin resources and referrals
   

Hiromi Yokoi

The City of Bloomington is partnering with Launch Minnesota to host Walk in Wednesdays for Startups and Small Businesses. 

Hosted by Hiromi Yokoi from NextStage, these monthly open house sessions spotlight the wealth of startup resources available, at no cost, and help entrepreneurs connect with experts in their area.

The event is free, and no registration is necessary.

About NextStage

NextStage is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support entrepreneurs at every stage. Our experienced business advisors are passionate about helping entrepreneurs refine their business plans, start exciting new enterprises, and thrive in a competitive and constantly changing business landscape.

For entrepreneurs in the beginning stages, we can help you put all the pieces in place to start your business with confidence, including evaluating start-up financing opportunities. For those who are ready for the next stage, we can help you grow your revenues and create new jobs through sound planning and competitive financing.

NextStage business advising services are available at no cost to participating entrepreneurs/businesses thanks to the generous support of our public sector partners: Carver County, Hennepin County, Scott County, and the cities of Bloomington and Minneapolis.

Services that NextStage provides:

• Business planning and assessment
• One-on-one business advising or coaching
• Assistance with access to capital
• Financial management
• Navigation of Elevate Hennepin resources and referrals
   

Hiromi Yokoi

The City of Bloomington is partnering with Launch Minnesota to host Walk in Wednesdays for Startups and Small Businesses. 

Hosted by Hiromi Yokoi from NextStage, these monthly open house sessions spotlight the wealth of startup resources available, at no cost, and help entrepreneurs connect with experts in their area.

The event is free, and no registration is necessary.

About NextStage

NextStage is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support entrepreneurs at every stage. Our experienced business advisors are passionate about helping entrepreneurs refine their business plans, start exciting new enterprises, and thrive in a competitive and constantly changing business landscape.

For entrepreneurs in the beginning stages, we can help you put all the pieces in place to start your business with confidence, including evaluating start-up financing opportunities. For those who are ready for the next stage, we can help you grow your revenues and create new jobs through sound planning and competitive financing.

NextStage business advising services are available at no cost to participating entrepreneurs/businesses thanks to the generous support of our public sector partners: Carver County, Hennepin County, Scott County, and the cities of Bloomington and Minneapolis.

Services that NextStage provides:

• Business planning and assessment
• One-on-one business advising or coaching
• Assistance with access to capital
• Financial management
• Navigation of Elevate Hennepin resources and referrals
   

Hiromi Yokoi

The City of Bloomington is partnering with Launch Minnesota to host Walk in Wednesdays for Startups and Small Businesses. 

Hosted by Hiromi Yokoi from NextStage, these monthly open house sessions spotlight the wealth of startup resources available, at no cost, and help entrepreneurs connect with experts in their area.

The event is free, and no registration is necessary.

About NextStage

NextStage is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support entrepreneurs at every stage. Our experienced business advisors are passionate about helping entrepreneurs refine their business plans, start exciting new enterprises, and thrive in a competitive and constantly changing business landscape.

For entrepreneurs in the beginning stages, we can help you put all the pieces in place to start your business with confidence, including evaluating start-up financing opportunities. For those who are ready for the next stage, we can help you grow your revenues and create new jobs through sound planning and competitive financing.

NextStage business advising services are available at no cost to participating entrepreneurs/businesses thanks to the generous support of our public sector partners: Carver County, Hennepin County, Scott County, and the cities of Bloomington and Minneapolis.

Services that NextStage provides:

• Business planning and assessment
• One-on-one business advising or coaching
• Assistance with access to capital
• Financial management
• Navigation of Elevate Hennepin resources and referrals
   

Hiromi Yokoi

The City of Bloomington is partnering with Launch Minnesota to host Walk in Wednesdays for Startups and Small Businesses. 

Hosted by Hiromi Yokoi from NextStage, these monthly open house sessions spotlight the wealth of startup resources available, at no cost, and help entrepreneurs connect with experts in their area.

The event is free, and no registration is necessary.

About NextStage

NextStage is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support entrepreneurs at every stage. Our experienced business advisors are passionate about helping entrepreneurs refine their business plans, start exciting new enterprises, and thrive in a competitive and constantly changing business landscape.

For entrepreneurs in the beginning stages, we can help you put all the pieces in place to start your business with confidence, including evaluating start-up financing opportunities. For those who are ready for the next stage, we can help you grow your revenues and create new jobs through sound planning and competitive financing.

NextStage business advising services are available at no cost to participating entrepreneurs/businesses thanks to the generous support of our public sector partners: Carver County, Hennepin County, Scott County, and the cities of Bloomington and Minneapolis.

Services that NextStage provides:

• Business planning and assessment
• One-on-one business advising or coaching
• Assistance with access to capital
• Financial management
• Navigation of Elevate Hennepin resources and referrals
   

Hiromi Yokoi

The City of Bloomington is partnering with Launch Minnesota to host Walk in Wednesdays for Startups and Small Businesses. 

Hosted by Hiromi Yokoi from NextStage, these monthly open house sessions spotlight the wealth of startup resources available, at no cost, and help entrepreneurs connect with experts in their area.

The event is free, and no registration is necessary.

About NextStage

NextStage is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support entrepreneurs at every stage. Our experienced business advisors are passionate about helping entrepreneurs refine their business plans, start exciting new enterprises, and thrive in a competitive and constantly changing business landscape.

For entrepreneurs in the beginning stages, we can help you put all the pieces in place to start your business with confidence, including evaluating start-up financing opportunities. For those who are ready for the next stage, we can help you grow your revenues and create new jobs through sound planning and competitive financing.

NextStage business advising services are available at no cost to participating entrepreneurs/businesses thanks to the generous support of our public sector partners: Carver County, Hennepin County, Scott County, and the cities of Bloomington and Minneapolis.

Services that NextStage provides:

• Business planning and assessment
• One-on-one business advising or coaching
• Assistance with access to capital
• Financial management
• Navigation of Elevate Hennepin resources and referrals