Gather Events
Registration is required for all events. Paid events are included in membership. Unpaid events are additional networking opportunities with food, drink, and/or activity at your own expense. Exclusive events are for Gather members only.
Paid events are marked with *
February 28, 11:30 am
Faranda's
Kickoff Luncheon*
Join us for our annual Kickoff Luncheon featuring keynote speaker Kathy Johnson, Workforce Development Manager at Mortenson. Do you suffer from imposter syndrome and wonder how to overcome it? Get inspired by Kathy's career journey and learn how her workforce efforts on women in the construction industry can be used in your own organization.
This event is open to current and future members.
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March 24, 12:00 pm
Fatty's Pub & Grille
Gather for Lunch
Relax during your lunch break and connect with Gather members in a casual setting. Get to know new members and introduce yourself with different networking games. Food and drink at your own expense. This event is open to current and future members. Registration deadline March 20th.
April 13, 5:00 pm
Stage Left Presented by Hometown
Gather for Drinks
Celebrate springtime with Gather members! Join us after work for drinks while connecting with Gather members. Drinks at your own expense.
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May 3, 5:00 pm
Byers Brewing Company
Build Your Own Bouquet*
Add a pop of color to your space with a beautiful bouquet arranged by YOU! Willrett Flower Company will guide us through the process of creating a beautiful bouquet and share tips and tricks to make the most of your blooms! All materials will be provided. Registration deadline Wednesday, April 26th. This event is exclusive to Gather members.
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June 12, 5:00 pm
Buena Vista Golf Course
Connect Fore
Tee up and connect with Gather members on the course by learning more about and playing golf. No golf experience necessary. Inexperienced and experienced players will be grouped together for a non competitive and fun environment. Golf game at your own expense. Check-in at 5pm. Tee-off at 5:30pm. This event is open to current and future Gather members.
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June 20, 8:30 am
Faranda's
Leadership Breakfast*
Join us for a breakfast and panel discussion on work-life balance. Learn how you can live a better balanced lifestyle by listening to our panelists discuss how they juggle their professional and personal lives. This event is open to current and future Gather members. $50 to attend for non-Gather members. Registration deadline June 13th.
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August 17, 5:00 pm
Jonamac Orchard
Yoga & Wine at Jonamac Orchard*
Join us for an annual Gather favorite! Enjoy an evening of self-care and stress management at Jonamac Orchard. A basic yoga instruction with a view of the orchards will be followed by tasting Jonamac's signature wines, ciders, and slushies paired with appetizers. No yoga experience necessary! Please dress comfortably for movement. This event is open to current and future Gather members.
September 22, 12:00 pm
Gather for Lunch
Relax during your lunch break and connect with Gather members in a casual setting. Get to know new members and introduce yourself with different networking games. Food and drink at your own expense. This event is open to current and future Gather members.
October 17, 5:00 pm
Gather to Sip n Paint
Sip with a twist! Join us for a local sip n’ paint demonstration and bring home your own creation. Class at your own expense. This event is exclusive to Gather members.
November 1, 5:00 pm
NIU Convocation Center
NIU Women's Basketball Game*
Cheer on the NIU Women's Basketball team while getting to know other Gather members, catching up with colleagues, and enjoying food and drink in the private Nelson Suite in the Convocation Center. This event is open to current and future Gather members.
December 6, 5:00 pm
Gather Gives Back
Give back to the community with Gather during the season of giving! Gather with us to collaborate on a project to benefit local organizations. This event is exclusive to Gather members.