Upcoming Events
MRPA hosts a variety of education opportunities throughout the year. Event information will be added to this page throughout the year.
Emerging Recreation Leaders Institute (ERLI) 2
The last session will be held on November 10 in Minnetonka
Click here for the full schedule
SAVE-THE-DATE
Annual General Meeting & Awards Luncheon
January 8, 2027
Eagan Community Center
Eagan, MN
MASS Conference
April 14-16, 2027
Cohasset, MN
$199 MASS Member
$229 Non-Member
Registration opens November 18, 2026
Deadline for registration is April 2, 2027
Join fellow senior services professionals for the 2027 MASS Conference, a chance to learn, share ideas, explore new approaches, and recharge for the work we do in our communities.
This year, we’re kicking things off a little differently with a Wednesday Conference Kickoff and Welcome Supper at 5:30 p.m., included in your registration fee! Enjoy a planned evening of activities, conversation, and connection as we come together to learn, share, and celebrate the work we do in senior services. We look forward to seeing you at Sugar Lake Lodge!
MRPA Annual Conference 2027
November 2-5, 2027
RiverCentre
Saint Paul, MN
Past Events:
MRPA Lifeguard Competition 2026
Congratulations to the MRPA Lifeguard Competition 1st place team - Minnetonka Shady Oak Beach, 2nd place team - Edina, and 3rd place team - Anoka County’s Bunker Beach!
MRPA thanks the planning committee and sponsors - Horizon Commercial Pools and Abbey's Hope. And thank you to New Hope Parks and Recreation for hosting the competition at their aquatic park.