DEI Training Series: Disabilities in the Workplace

This month's DEI Training Session about recruiting and retaining individuals with disabilities in the workforce will be held from 1-2PM on Thursday, July 27 at the Commerce Center.

Tyler Hansen from Iowa’s University Centers for Excellence in Development and Disabilities will provide resources and teach attendees how to accommodate and support individuals with disabilities in the workplace.

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 and Disabilities

2023 Ag Tour - August 21

The 2023 Ag Tour  hosted by Sukup Manufacturing is just a month away! Join us from 1-4:30PM on Monday, August 21 for an afternoon of agriculture and North Iowa history!

Sukup Manufacturing Co. is the world’s largest family-owned and operated manufacturer of grain storage, grain drying, and handling equipment nestled in Sheffield, Iowa. 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 exclusive tour of Steve Sukup's nearby farm. Bussing will be provided to and from Mason City free of charge.

New Member Luncheon

The New Member Luncheon is an opportunity for new Chamber members to connect with long-standing members of the Chamber, including board and committee members. Attendees learn more about the value of Chamber membership from each member of the Chamber team.



The New Member Luncheon will be held from 11:30AM-1PM on Thursday, August 24 at the Commerce Center. If you are a new Chamber-member or a new employee of a Chamber-member business, attendance to this informational luncheon is free!

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The Ambassadors are a team of professionals who volunteer their time to help promote the North Iowa business community and support Chamber functions. They are a group of enthusiastic members who act as the welcoming arm of the Chamber to ensure that the membership is being served.

Interested in becoming a Chamber Ambassador? Click here!

Wellness Tip

As important as it is to exercise your body, it is just as important to keep your brain exercised as well. Reading has always been a great exercise, but did you know that brain games such as crosswords and jigsaw puzzles can also keep your brain healthy? These types of games require multiple cognitive abilities, which challenges your brain and improves processing speed and memory.

Check out these 6 tips to keep your brain juices flowing!

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.

• The North Iowa Fair is back for the summer and begins on Wednesday, July 19. The fair will run through the weekend until July 23 at the North Iowa Events Center.

• Brix Wine & Whiskey is hosting a Comedy Open Mic Night hosted by Jason Clemens and Dillon Meek from 7-9PM on Thursday, July 20.

• This week's Friday Night Live event is featuring "Ron & Steve Unplugged" from 6-8PM this Friday, July 21 at the Principal Pavilion.

• The VFW is hosting Karaoke Nights every Friday night in the month of July starting at 8PM each night at the All Vets Center.

• There is a Garden to Glass: A Botanical Mixology Class from 3-5PM on Saturday, July 22 at Central Gardens of North Iowa.

• Fat Hill Brewing is hosting Live Music featuring Paul Weitzel from 7-10PM on Saturday, July 22.

• KMCR Radio is holding a Boxes to Boots Collection throughout the month of July. Donated items can be dropped off from 8AM-4PM Monday-Friday at KMCR Radio.

• The Picnics & Performances series continues this Sunday, July 23 at Central Gardens of North Iowa. These events will take place every Sunday from 5-6PM through September 3.

Mason City Chamber | 641.423.5724 | chamber@masoncityia.com | www.masoncityia.com

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