Moonlight Bike Ride - August 18

Get your bikes ready! The Moonlight Bike Ride is making a comeback on Friday, August 18. We are planning for an evening of fun under the night's sky!

Come downtown at 8PM for registration and the activity center before embarking on a 10 mile loop through Mason City. Participants will also enjoy breakfast burritos provided by the Happy Donkey. All bike riders are required to sign a safety waiver and wear a helmet.

Click here to view the registration form. For more information about the event, contact Noah Harris.

North Iowa Builders Exchange Golf Outing

The 2023 North Iowa Builders Exchange Golf Tournament will be held at Buffalo Run Golf Club in Nora Springs, IA on Thursday, June 29!

Each team that signs up for this four-person best shot tournament will receive green fees, two carts, a six-pack of beer per cart, and a steak dinner! Hole sponsorships are still available for $100. Hole sponsors are encouraged to set up a booth and network with golfers throughout the day.

All proceeds from this tournament will go towards a scholarship for a NIACC Building Trades student.

Contact Noah for more information!

Ag Tour Hosted By Sukup Manufacturing

The 2023 Ag Tour will be held at Sukup Manufacturing in Sheffield, IA on Monday, August 21.

Nestled in Sheffield, Iowa, Sukup Manufacturing Co. is the world’s largest family-owned and operated manufacturer of grain storage, grain drying and handling equipment, and steel buildings. Sukup is constantly evolving, and we are excited to offer a tour for Chamber members again! Following the tour of the plant, there will be an additional tour of Steve Sukup's nearby farm. Bussing will be provided to and from Mason City!

DEI Training Session: July 27

Our next DEI session is on recruiting and retaining individuals with disabilities in the workforce -- join us from 1-2PM on Thursday, July at the Commerce Center. Tyler Hansen from Iowa’s University Centers for Excellence in Development and Disabilities will discuss ways to accommodate and support people with disabilities in the workplace. Attendees will leave with resources and a new skillset to support their business.

Registration is free for Certified Inclusive Employers. To learn more about Building CommUNITY and becoming a Certified Inclusive Employer, contact Allyson.

Tyler Hansen

Iowa's University Centers for Excellence in Development

Legislative Update

The Legislative Session may be over, but work never stops at the Statehouse. Governor Reynolds has signed several bills into law, departments are getting a handle on their budget for 2024, and there are leadership changes in the Democratic caucus.

Click here to read more in our June Legislative Update.

Wellness Tip

One way that we can improve our physical health is to get moving throughout the day. For example, take the stairs instead of the elevator. Ride a bike to work instead of driving your car. Even taking small walks around the office can help get your heart pumping!

Check out these tips to get yourself the daily exercise that will keep you healthy and energized!

Do you have an announcement for your business or an upcoming event? You can submit your events to our online calendar here, or email chamber@masoncityia.com and we'll post it in this section of upcoming Chamber News emails.

• ISU Extension and Outreach is hosting a Bridges of Madison County Bus Trip on Thursday, August 31 in Cerro Gordo County. The bus is reserved for 30 bus riders to attend. Contact Jeanene Blickenderfer if you are interested in signing up.

• The MacNider Art Museum is hosting their first Summer Art Camp of the year Monday-Friday this week from 8AM-Noon each day.

• The Avion Azul Food Truck will be stationed outside of the TimberCrest Independent Living Open House event from 11AM-2PM this Thursday, June 22.

• There are Fresh on Friday and Garden Explorers events this Friday, June 23 at Central Gardens North Iowa. These events will take place every Friday morning from 9-11AM through September 1.

• This week's Friday Night Live event is featuring "Brad & Kate" from 6-8PM this Friday, June 23 at the Principal Pavilion.

• Central Gardens of North Iowa is hosting a Garden to Glass: Botanical Mixology Class from 6-8PM on Friday, June 23.

• The 2023 June Jumble Craft and Vendor Show is from 8:30AM-4PM this Saturday, June 24 in the All Seasons Building at the North Iowa Events Center.

• The Central Gardens Summer Garden Party & Auction is happening from Noon-2PM on Sunday, June 25 at Central Gardens of North Iowa.

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