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ComNetworkCHICAGO: March Happy Hour
This month, ComNetworkCHI is moving over to Logan Square for a happy hour at Hopewell Brewing on Thursday, March 20! Snacks will be provided, and Hopewell will provide an optional brewery tour.
ComNetworkDENVER: Communicating in Times of Crisis
Hear from Barefoot PR about best practices for crisis communications, messaging, and internal staff coordination. Then, engage in small group discussions with fellow communications professionals to share strategies, explore what’s working, and navigate the complexities of determining what to say—and when.
ComNetworkNORTH CAROLINA: Gathering in Greensboro
On Tuesday, March 4, ComNetworkNC is hosting a visit to the International Civil Rights Center & Museum (134 S. Elm St.) from 4-5:30 p.m. in Greensboro, followed by drinks, snacks and mingling at Bitters Social House (307 State St.). The tour is on us, as is your first drink at Bitters!
ComNetworkCHICAGO: February Happy Hour
ComNet Chicago's first event of the year will be a happy hour at Sketchbook Taproom in Evanston on Thursday, February 20 from 5:30-7:30. We'll have several tables reserved in the taproom. The event is free of charge, and while drinks are on you, we'll have pizzas to share!
ComNetworkKC Launch Happy Hour: New Year, New Connections
Mark your calendars! We're thrilled to invite you to the first-ever gathering of ComNetwork KC, a local group for communications professionals organized through The Communications Network and hosted by local communicators like you.
ComNetworkDETROIT: Winter Happy Hour
It’s a new year, and it’s time to get the squad back together. We’re excited to invite you to ComNetworkDETROIT’s first in-person meetup of 2025. This will be an informal social gathering, and a great opportunity to meet fellow communicators-for-good and engage and contribute to our community.
ComNetworkNY: New Year, New Opportunities
Looking for a new job or advancing in your current role? Join us for a virtual event that will help you navigate today's ever-changing job market and climb the ladder within your organization or beyond.
ComNetworkATL: Winter Meet Up
We're kicking off 2025 with the first networking meet up of the year. Join us and ComNetwork colleagues for good company and conversation. The event is free, but space is limited to 25.
ComNetworkPDX: Winter Happy Hour
Join like-minded professionals at a ComNetworkPORTLAND (ComNetPDX) Happy Hour—an evening of connection, collaboration, and camaraderie.
ComNetworkSEATTLE: Casual Get Together on MLK Day
Join your ComNetworkSEATTLE friends for a casual get together (late lunch, early happy hour, etc.,) to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, look ahead at the comms landscape and opportunities for gathering for 2025, and socialize with kindred spirits on Inauguration Day.
ComNetworkDC Winter Happy Hour: Welcoming Young Professionals
Whether you’re new to the sector, early in your career, or a seasoned professional, this gathering will center on developing mentorship opportunities. Come and enjoy refreshments, share your career experience, and learn how you can engage with ComNetworkDC at this free event.
ComNetworkCHICAGO: December Happy Hour
Our final happy hour of the year will take place from 5:30-7:30 on Thursday, December 12. We'll be hosting the event at FatPour Tap Works at 2206 S Indiana Ave, two blocks from the Cermak-McCormick L stop. The event is free to attend and open to all, but will be pay your own way.
ComNetworkLA: Holiday Gathering
Please sign up and let us know if you'll be joining us. This is a free event. Food will be available for purchase from the onsite food truck, and your first beverage will be on ComNetworkLA!
ComNetworkDENVER: Connect and Celebrate ComNet25 in Denver
The Communications Network conference is coming to Denver, October 15-17, 2025. Join ComNetwork Denver and staff from ComNet HQ for a reception to connect, celebrate, and look ahead to ComNet25.
Communicating for the Common Good: Virtual Book Talk with Author Marrianne McMullen
Jointly hosted by ComNetworkCHICAGO and ComNetworkSEATTLE, this event is perfect for anyone seeking ways to leverage communications for positive impact.
Marrianne McMullen will read a few excerpts from her book Persuasive: 40 Lessons in Communicating for the Common Good.
Process the Election Results With Your ComNetworkDC Community
If you'd like to discuss what the election results mean for the #comms4good community, join us for an informal gathering at Scotty’s Pizza in Petworth, Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.
ComNetworkMIAMI: The Power of Storytelling
Interested in hearing how storytelling can supercharge your giving season campaigns? Join us for The Power of Storytelling: Giving Season! This thoughtful discussion brings together Miami nonprofit pros to share insights on how to motivate and mobilize your donors.
ComNetworkPDX: Fall Happy Hour
Join like-minded professionals at a ComNetworkPORTLAND (ComNetPDX) Happy Hour—an evening of connection, collaboration, and camaraderie.
ComNetworkSEATTLE Social Hour at Perihelion Brewery
Come join the fun at ComNetworkSEATTLE's Social Hour at Perihelion Brewery in Beacon Hill! Join us for an evening of networking and socializing with fellow communications professionals. This in-person event is a great opportunity to connect, share ideas, and enjoy some delicious craft brews.
ComNetworkCHICAGO: Sustaining Local Journalism: A Critical Discussion & Networking Event
Join us for an engaging panel discussion with local journalism leaders on October 22 from 8:30-10 AM at NORC’s downtown office. This is a unique opportunity to connect with and learn from local journalists while discussing the challenges facing local media.
ComNetworkNY Special Happy Hour
Join us for a special happy hour next Wednesday, where you can hang out with your fellow communications pros in the social good space, share stories, and unwind over drinks.
ComNetworkSF Bay Area: Become a Better Social Justice Communicator
Mixte Communications is offering a free, half-day social justice communications workshop to ComNetwork Bay Area members and friends. The workshop is designed to help you develop a strategic communications plan for your organization—regardless of experience or organizational budget.
(CANCELLED) Calling Bullsh*t with Carl Bergstrom and ComNetworkSEATTLE
CANCELLED BUT WILL BE RESCHEDULED
PICNIC CANCELLED - Other Meet-Ups Planned
CANCELLED: The good news: there is a free event happening Sept. 25 and next week (Oct. 1) that we wanted to share. See details in the event post and stay tuned for a save the date for a late fall ComNet Local NY event!
ComNetworkDENVER: Happy Hour
Join us for an evening of connection, networking and FUN at the beautiful Dominion Towers SkyDeck, graciously hosted by Boettcher Foundation. This free event invites communications professionals working at nonprofits, foundations and agencies to connect with one another, share learnings and celebrate the start of fall.
ComNetworkATL: Fall Connect
Join us for the ComNetworkAtlanta Fall Connect —a laid back evening of connection and collaboration with fellow communicators (storytellers, strategists, designers, researchers, producers, and community builders and more) who believe in the power of communications for good!
ComNetworkMIAMI Mixer
ComNetwork Miami returns this Fall with a series of programs and conversations to create a positive social impact. Join us for our re-launch mixer with our friends at Books & Books Coral Gables later this month!
ComNetworkNORTH CAROLINA: Kick-off in Durham
Newly formed, ComNetworkNC is dedicated to creating community, building the bench of social impact communicators in NC, and coordinating learnings and efforts across the state.
ComNetworkCHICAGO: Summer Happy Hour
This happy hour is open to anyone: ComNet members, your friends, colleagues, anyone interested in meeting and hanging out with like-minded folks in the Comms for Good space. All are welcome :).
Look for ComNet friends at an open table!
ComNetworkDC: Summer Baseball Outing
ComNetworkDC is gathering to cheer for our local baseball teams at Camden Yards!
ComNetworkPDX: Summer Happy Hour
Join us for the ComNetworkPORTLAND (ComNetPDX) Happy Hour—an evening of connection, collaboration, and camaraderie.