Breaking Glass After Hours This Thursday!

The wait is almost over! The first ever Breaking Glass After Hours event featuring Faith & Four Letter Words is this Thursday, September 7 at the Surf Ballroom! The doors will open at 5PM and the event starts at 6PM!

Tara Thomas was the first person hired to take Jodi Huisentruit's desk just two months after her disappearance. One of her first assignments: clear Huisentruit's voicemail and clean out her belongings.

At this event, you will hear riveting personal details about the case and the people involved. Tara says "when I tell these stories, mouths drop in astonishment,".

If you're a fan of hilarious comedy with empowering stories, then this event is for you! Tickets are $25.

Chamber Cup 2023 - September 14

The 4th annual Chamber Cup is coming up next week! The event is scheduled from 1-4PM on Thursday, September 14 in Downtown Mason City.

Chamber Cup is an adult field day and team-building competition like no other. Businesses may enter teams of 4 people to compete in numerous challenges. Activities include a Hula Hoop Competition, Tug of War, and Office Chair Racing, to name a few. Events will vary in skill sets, but it’s important to note that this event does not require you to be an athlete. It’s all about having fun!

There is still room for 3 more teams to sign up. Be sure to register if you and your business are interested in creating a team!

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107th Annual Meeting

Get ready for an afternoon of fun entertainment at the Chamber’s 107th Annual Meeting! Join us from 3:30-5PM on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at the NIACC Auditorium.

The theme for this year's event is "The (not-so) Late Show with the Mason City Chamber!" Our creative team will showcase highlights of legendary late shows while weaving in our annual business accomplishments. You might even see some of your favorite games live on stage!

At the Annual Meeting, attendees have the opportunity to honor and recognize the best of North Iowa's businesses with awards such as Business of the Year, Boss of the Year, Workplace Wellness, and Distinguished Citizen. Tickets are $25 to attend.

Oversight & Responsibility Workshop

Mark your calendar! The Chamber is partnering with the Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce to offer “Oversight & Responsibility: What Every Nonprofit Board Member Needs to Know” at 9AM on Wednesday, September 20.

This workshop is for anyone who serves, or is interested in serving, on a Board of Directors or oversight committee. Sara Kurovski, CEO of Make-a-Wish Iowa, shares important lessons learned and guidance for organizational oversight.

Sara Kurovski

Make-a-Wish Iowa

Understanding Microaggressions - September 28

What are microaggressions and what do they mean? In the workplace, microaggressions can lead to including increased anxiety, stress, and depression, and lowered job satisfaction. Join us for a Building CommUNITY session from 10-11AM on Thursday, September 28 via Zoom with Brian Jones. Sign up to learn more about microaggressions and how to build an inclusive culture at work. Registration is free for Chamber members. 

Brian Jones

2024 CMO Cards

The 2024 CMO (Chamber Members Only) Card is in the works, and Chamber members are encouraged to call to reserve a "square"! This is a great opportunity for members to advertise their services and encourage each other to shop with a Chamber member first.

For only $50, businesses can purchase a "square" to showcase a special deal reserved for Chamber Members Only. The discount will also be placed on a rotating basis at the bottom of our Chamber News emails, just like this one, and listed under "Hot Deals" on the Chamber website.

Because of the nature of the card, this offer is limited to just 45 businesses. Contact Jeremiah Frein (jeremiah@masoncityia.com | 641.423.5724) to reserve a spot today!

Wellness Tip

September is upon us! Which brings us to the last few days of warm weather. Be sure to get outside and soak up as much sun as you can before the cold heads our way. Some ways you spend these last few days outdoors are talking a walk, having a picnic, or even taking a swim for the last time of the season! Being outside is a great and easy way to improve your mental and physical health.

Check out this article for ideas of how you can spend these last few days outdoors!

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.

• KCMR Radio is accepting donations for the Humane Society of North Iowa to create pet adoption kits. They are collecting items for dogs and cats such as treats, toys, and brushes. All donations can be dropped off at KCMR Radio from 8AM-4PM Monday-Friday through the month of September. For more information, contact ozzie@kcmrfm.com.

• The MacNider Art Museum is hosting a Creating With Clay event from 3:30-5PM on Wednesday, September 6.

• Mike Burke, Senior Robbery and Crisis Management Consultant will be speaking about 'The Perfect Storm: How to Protect Yourself from Fraud' starting at 6PM on Thursday, September 7 at the Mason City High School FEMA Room.

• CENT Credit Union is hosting their annual CENT Divided Tailgate from 11AM-1PM on Friday, September 8th at the CENTer.

• The Preservation Celebration is from 1:30-4:30PM on Saturday, September 9 at Central Gardens of North Iowa in Clear Lake.

• Our Savior's Lutheran Church is hosting Klassens Gospel from 9:30-10:30AM on Sunday, September 10.

• The Lime Creek Nature Center Fall Festival is from 10AM-2:30PM on Sunday, September 10.

• The Alzheimer's Association is hosting a Walk to End Alzheimer's from 11:30-2:30PM on Sunday, September 10 at NIACC.

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