Chamber News
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Information for Businesses
The Iowa Department of Public Health and the Iowa Economic Development Authority have compiled information for businesses regarding COVID-19 vaccines.

A webinar "COVID-19 Vaccine Information for Business, Industry, and Agriculture" will take place from 2:30-4PM on Friday, January 8. 

  • This event can be attended through the link http://covidvax.idph.live in any web browser
  • If you already use Microsoft Teams, you can choose to open it there, otherwise choose “Watch on the web instead”
  • An account is not required. Click on the “Join anonymously” option on the splash page in the browser.
  • Questions may be asked in the Q&A chat window, and as time allows, presenters will address questions.
Picture Day this Thursday
There are still some openings for Picture Day this Thursday, January 7 at the Chamber. Be sure to sign up today!

For just $40, Anthony Djuren Fotography will take your professional headshot and you will receive an edited digital copy of the photo.

Click below to register and select the 15-minute time slot of your choice (ample time is allowed between participants to stay physically distanced).
Chamber Bowl Registration Open
Chamber Bowl will take place February 2, 3, and 4 at Mystic Lanes. A boxed dinner is included, and many prizes are awarded each night. Register a team soon, as this event fills up quickly!

Time: Registration from 3:30-3:50PM | Bowling begins at 4PM | Meal at 5:30PM
Date: Tuesday, February 2; Wednesday, February 3; or Thursday, February 4
Location: Mystic Lanes | 2571 4th St SE, Mason City
Fee: $200 per team of six (includes meal, three games, and shoe rental)

All necessary precautions will be implemented to hold a safe and responsible event.
Frein Promoted to Vice President
Colleen Frein has been promoted to Vice President. She has served on the Chamber team for five years in the role of Program Director, Community Concierge, and Membership Director. She earned the IOM credential in 2019 which is a professional designation in the association industry sponsored by the U.S.
Chamber of Commerce.

Colleen will continue her responsibilities as Membership Director which include membership service, staffing the Ambassador Committee, managing the membership database, and invoicing.
Colleen Frein,
Vice President
Wellness Tip
Print this daily actions calendar to help keep others and YOURSELF happier in 2021. Today's action is to look for the good in others and notice their strengths. The Chamber is looking forward to continuing to serve you in the year ahead. Happy New Year!
Member News
Do you have an announcement for your business or an upcoming event? You can submit your events to our online calendar here, and we'll post it in this section of upcoming Chamber News emails.



  • The Music Man Square is presenting the Luther College Piano Quartet as part of the Footbridge Virtual Concert Series from 4-5PM on Sunday, January 17.
Chad Harrison, CPA PLLC
15% off Tax Preparation
Elderbridge Agency on Aging
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