March 2026 In Person Making Connections

Join MNEA's series called "Making Connections," a low-key event prioritizing connection and community-building for our members. This series will have in-person and virtual opportunities.

The March 9 meeting will be at Coffee Hag in Mankato. There is a bridge closure in Mankato, please be mindful of construction, participants are encouraged to follow directions provided down below. 

Coffee Hag

329 N. Riverfront Drive

Mankato, MN 56001

Coming from the North: 

Taking HWY 169 S, you’ll want to get on to HWY 22 in St. Peter. You’ll turn right onto the Riverfront Drive exit off of HWY 22,  stay on Riverfront Drive through Old Town where you’ll find the Coffee Hag to the left, on the corner of Washington and Riverfront Drive. 

Coming from the South: 

Taking HWY 169 N, take the S. Riverfront Drive exit and head North on Riverfront Drive where you’ll drive under the bridge and come up to the Coffee Hag on the right, on the corner of Washington and Riverfront Drive. 

The in-person event will be hosted by Katie Boone, MNEA president-elect. When you get to the location, look for a table with a piece of paper with "MNEA" written on it. We also plan to rotate locations and times every month to make this event more accessible for folks who cannot make certain events due to time or transportation constraints.

Making Connections is going statewide in 2026! Registration for the March Making Connections in Mankato, MN will open soon.

We look forward to connecting with you all!

WELLNESS INFO: If we meet indoors, please bring masks (we will try to have some on hand). There is no expectation of wearing your mask indoors, but please have one on hand if it is requested by a fellow member. And, of course, do not attend if you are feeling unwell.

COMMUNITY SAFETY INFO: The federal occupation of Minnesota has made it unsafe for many of our members to meet in person or for businesses to remain open. If the host location is not open, we will move to a new location in the area.  If it is not safe to meet in person, this will shift to a virtual session.

If you need any accommodations to participate, please let us know at least one week prior to the event. Thank you.