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IBEW Holiday Lights in the News!
Submitted by vickis on December 4, 2012 - 9:05pmThanks to our friends at KARE 11 for their great coverage!
Come and Visit IBEW Holiday Lights in the Park
Submitted by vickis on October 27, 2012 - 11:00pmWe are open for business at IBEW Holiday Lights in the Park! This spectacular drive-through light display is bigger and better in 2012 with more lights, animation and new display themes. IBEW Holiday Lights in the Park provides an impressive holiday experience that allows the community to come together, volunteer together, spread goodwill and cheer, and extend a hand to those in need during the holiday season. read more »
Join Us At the Great Minnesota Get Together!
Submitted by vickis on August 21, 2012 - 3:05pm
Come and see the newest technology in solar equipment and talk to the electrical professionals of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers at this year's state fair. The IBEW kiosk will be located at the intersection of Dan Patch and Cooper on the plaza of the AFL-CIO Labor Pavillion - the only green building at the fair. IBEW members will be giving away sun visors, erasers on a stick (aka pencils) and information on solar technology and other types of "green" electrical innovations. Stop by to chat with us for information on hiring an IBEW contractor for your project or for information on how to become an IBEW professional electrician. Don't forget, we are the title sponsor of the IBEW Holiday Lights in the Park at Lake Phalen. read more »
THE IBEW'S POWER OF PROFESSIONALISM: IT PAYS TO HIRE UNION!
Submitted by vickis on August 24, 2011 - 11:00pmWhy Hire Union?
Some people like to put down unions and union electricians. They don't know or explore what "union" really means.
When it comes to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), "union" means well-trained, committed, productive, professional electricians. In short, the best electricians in Minnesota.
We are so proficient at what we do that our union workers and contractors often perform work for less than non-union electrical contractors. What else would you expect from someone who cares enough about his or her profession to complete nearly 1,000 hours of classroom training and five years of supervised on-the-job training?
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Holiday Lights Helps Local Charities Glow with $35,000 in Donations
Submitted by jsee on March 15, 2011 - 2:15pm
St. Paul, MN, January 31, 2011
Holiday Lights Event at Lake Phalen Generates Family Fun and Needed Charity Funds.
IBEW's Holiday Lights in the Park event today announced it was donating $35,000 to four local charities, Second Harvest Heartland, Union Gospel Mission, St. Paul Parks Conservancy, and UnderConstruction. Over 40 nights, more than 53,000 visitors enjoyed the lighted holiday displays at St. Paul's Phalen Park with net proceeds from gate fees generating the glow of charitable donations. read more »
A Winning Team- Dave St. Peter
Submitted by jsee on October 11, 2010 - 7:16pm
Meet Dave St. Peter and the Minnesota Twins... "It was important to the Twin's organization to use IBEW contractors and electricians when building Target Field," says Dave St. Peter, President of the Minnesota Twins. "We needed to ensure the highest level of training and skill in order to successfully install the state-of-the art electrical systems located within our ballpark. The IBEW's attention to detail, professional execution of their work and the pride in their trade hit a home run with the Minnesota Twins. read more »
IBEW is a Proud Partner of the 2010 Carter Work Project
Submitted by vickis on September 13, 2010 - 10:08am
On Sunday October 3, Twin Cities Habitat will kick-off the 2010 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project with opening ceremonies in the Mall of America Rotunda. Then, on October 4, World Habitat Day, hundreds of volunteers from around the Twin Cities will begin working on 26 construction, rehab and repair projects that will highlight the importance of affordable housing to stable, thriving communities. read more »
A Winning Team- Carrie Thompson
Submitted by jsee on September 8, 2010 - 12:22pm
Carrie is an instructor, a certified electrician and a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Carrie educates apprentices and specializes in teaching the IBEW's Code of Excellence craftsmanship training. To date, over 3,000 local IBEW electricians have received this exclusive certification.
The electricians of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and their trainers, like Carrie, value being part of an organization that exemplifies professionalism, takes pride in their craftsmanship and brings value to every project.
1st Annual Road Rally for Special Olympics a success!
Submitted by jsee on September 8, 2010 - 12:16pm
Thanks to all the people who participated in the 1st Annual Road Rally for Special Olympics held on June 26th and sponsored by the IBEW. Over 30 people attended and raised nearly $1000 for the Flames Special Olympics Team. Steven Eull, a member of the Flames team, road all 168 miles of the rally. The IBEW is proud to sponsor this team and support MN Special Olympics and hopes to make the Road Rally a new tradition. Look for us in 2011!!
IBEW Solar Powered Fun at the Minnesota State Fair August 26 - September 6, 2010
Submitted by vickis on August 25, 2010 - 11:00pm
Enjoy the power of the sun at the IBEW state fair kiosk. Look for the solar panel display at the AFL-CIO building at the intersection of Dan Patch and Cooper at the great Minnesota get-together. Stop by to learn more about solar technology and play an xbox game powered 100% by solar energy. Take a minute to review our solar presentation at the IBEW kiosk and learn how to make the power of the sun and the IBEW's Power of Professionalism work for you. Solar Works in Minnesota!! IBEW Works for You!!!! To learn more about available solar rebates and incentive programs visit www.dsireusa.org Let the IBEW be your comprehensive resource for planning and installing solar power systems for any type of project.