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It doesn’t seem possible, but the North Iowa Band Festival is just around the corner! The committee has planned another music-packed, fun-filled weekend of free family entertainment to honor the 79th year of this beloved North Iowa tradition. We are excited to be Downtown again this year, and the festivities will begin on Thursday evening! In the spirit of celebrating young musicians, the Mason City Middle School Band will kick off this year’s celebration on the Downtown Plaza, followed by the Mason City Municipal Band. Later, First Congregational United Church of Christ is hosting a free concert at 7:30PM featuring salsa band, Orquesta Alto Maiz.
Friday’s festivities start at 5PM with the MCHS Mohawk Danzers performing in front of the Main stage. Then the Mason City High School Orchestra shows off their musical talent on the Plaza. The country music band Thrillbillies’ opens Friday night’s Main stage music, followed by headliner Chris Hawkey. Saturday kicks off with the 79th North Iowa Band Festival Parade at 10AM. Afternoon entertainment includes the Newman Dance team in front of the Main stage, and the Mason City High School Jazz Band on the Plaza. That evening, local favorite Betty and the Gents will rock the Main stage, followed by the party band Pork Tornadoes.
In addition to the great music, this year’s festival features a carnival throughout Memorial Day Weekend, an outdoor marketplace, the Stu Nevermann Run, and much more! Visit www.nibandfest.com for up-to-date information regarding the 2017 Festival. Please contact the Mason City Area Chamber of Commerce with any questions, to pick up a Band Festival
brochure, or to purchase the 79th Band Festival t-shirts and buttons.
The North Iowa Band Festival tradition wouldn’t be possible without the financial support of our sponsors and Friends of the Festival, as well as the hard work of many volunteers. Thanks to all for the loyal support!
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May 2017The mission of the Mason City Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote progressive
community and economic development to benefit Chamber members and the North Iowa region.
It’s Band Festival Time!Vision. Leadership. Advocacy.
Time: 4:30-6:30PM
Date: Thursday, May 18
Location: Mason City Motor Company 4510 4th St SW
Sponsored By:
DRUM MAJOR SPONSORS
BAND MASTER SPONSORS
FLAG CORPS SPONSORSAtlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company ▪ Burns Insurance & Financial ▪ Casey’s General Stores
Clear Lake Bank & Trust ▪ Corporate Farmer ▪ Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Mason CityKwik Trip | Kwik Star ▪ Mason City Motor Company ▪ Mercy Medical Center - North Iowa
NIACC ▪ POET Biorefining - Hanlontown ▪ Rieman Music ▪ Wal-Mart SuperCenter
PARADE ENTRIES DUE
There’s no better way to build company morale and celebrate the community than putting together a parade entry for the iconic North Iowa Band Festival parade!
Entries are due May 12. Contact the Chamber for more information.
David & Phyllis Murphy Charitable Foundation
Phone 641.423.5724 www.masoncityia.com [email protected] Fax 641.423.5725
New Members
CARIBOU COFFEE | EINSTEIN BROThERS BAGELSMelynda Armbrust, General Manager 2105 4th St SW Mason City, IA 50401 (641) 401-1047 [email protected]
Experienceknock-your-socks-offcoffeecreationsfromCaribouCoffeeright beside Einstein Bros. fresh baked bagels with got-to-have-it shmear. All under one epic roof.
NORTh IOWA WOMEN’S SELF-DEFENSE INITIATIvE Jessica Tierney, Executive Director 103 E State StMason City, IA 50401 (641) 425-6294 [email protected] northiowawomensdefense.com
North Iowa Women’s Self-Defense Initiative teaches basic women’s self-defense classes and sells self-defense and personal protection tools.
ROSE PETAL CLEANING Lisa Cheney, Owner1311 N Madison Ave Mason City, IA 50401 (641) 530-9877 [email protected]
Rose Petal Cleaning is a family owned and operated cleaning service. They focus on residential and small businessoffices,offeringprofessionalservice with a personal touch at a competitive rate.
From the PresidentWhO CARES ABOUT MEREDITh WILLSON?
e’ve heard it said around town…”No one cares about Meredith Willson anymore.” Oh, I think people still care, but probably not that much. But maybe we should.
Meredith Willson made it big doing the thing he loved most—making music. He gave much of the credit for his success to being raised in a nurturing community…a place that encouraged big dreams. Willson is best remembered for his Broadway musical The Music Man—a masterpiece he wrote as a valentine to his hometown. However, Willson accomplished much more during his prolific career. In fact, he was the recipient of the very first Grammy Award—which is displayed for all to see at The Meredith Willson Museum inside The Music Man Square.
As we celebrate the North Iowa Band Festival this month, I hope we’ll continue to work together to make North Iowa a place to dream big dreams…and to chase them. Every time a marching band plays “76 Trombones”, every time a theatre department produces The Music Man, and every time the Beatles rendition of “Till There Was You” is played…it is a tribute to the talent of our hometown hero.
Thank you, Meredith Willson…for showing us the way. And thank you to all the musicians who will participate in the North Iowa Band Festival this year. Your participation ensures his dream lives on.
WRobin AndersonPresident & CEO
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a beverage while meeting the artists who created sculptures for the 2017-18 River City Sculptures on Parade exhibit.
Installation of the new exhibit will take place Tuesday, May 9.
Sculptures on Parade Artist Reception
You are invited to join us for the
Artist Reception 5-7PM
Monday, May 8, 2017Charles H. MacNider Art Museum
303 2nd St SE | Mason City
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Membership Renewals
ractice your swing and get ready for this year’s Chamber Golf Outing on Thursday, June 22 (rain date June 26) at Highland Park Golf Course. This four-person best shot tournament is filling up quickly, so contact Program Director Kativa Eckholt soon to secure a team in the tournament.
Registration for a team of four ($400) includes two carts, four greens fees, and eight meals (lunch and dinner for each teammate). Don’t have a team put together? Call the Chamber to be added to a list of individuals waiting to be put on a team. Everyone is welcome to participate in this popular annual event!
If you are interested in sponsorships or donating a door prize at the event, please call the Chamber at 641.423.5724. We still have openings for Hole Sponsors and the Closest to the Pin Sponsor!
Chamber Golf Outing - June 23
TOURNAMENT SPONSOR$1,500
HOLE SPONSORS | $350
P
Grand Marshal - Henkel Construction Co.
Henkel Construction Company will be walking as the 79th North Iowa Band Festival Grand Marshal. They are also celebrating the firm’s 125th anniversary. Congratulations to the employees of Henkel Construction/Accord Architecture!
Congratulations to the Chamber members celebrating their membership anniversaries in May!
Sixty Plus Yearshuber Supply Co. (65)
Fifty Plus YearsMason City Family YMCA (58)hy-vee West (52)
Forty Plus YearsTarget (45)Drs. Weber & Otto Family Dentistry (42)Consolidated Energy Company (40)United Beverage LLC (40)
Thirty Plus YearsAGDATA (30)harley Davidson of Mason City (30)
Twenty Plus YearsExpress Employment Professionals (29)Kraft heinz (29)Mason City Recycling Center (27)Waste Management of Northern Iowa (27)Electronic Engineering Company (26)First Baptist Church (26)Iowa Show Productions, Inc. (26)Midwest Construction & Supply (26)Central Park Dentistry (24)IOOF home & Community Therapy Center (24)La’James College of hairstyling (24)Country Club Stables (21)Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (21)
Fifteen Plus YearsLinahon Electric, Inc. (19)homestead Assisted Living (19)Steam Mobile, Inc. (19)hussey & Company (18)Kingland Systems (17)Cargill Kitchen Solutions (16)Decker house Bed & Breakfast (15)Schroeder Concrete (15)State Farm Insurance - Kristy Marquis (15)
Ten Plus YearsPizza Ranch (14)Lady of the Lake (13)Furniture/Mattress Outlet (13)Fox Auction Company (13)Pilgrim Place (11)Cutting Edge Tree Services (11)Clear Lake Bank & Trust Co. (10)
Five Plus YearsThe Computer Guy (9)NISS Excavation (8)Financial Architects (7)North Iowa Youth For Christ (7)Splash Multisport & Custom LLC (6)
Thank you to the Golf Outing sponsors!
Global Familiarization Tours are offered biannually by the Chamber to expose community members to the global economy and other cultures of the world. Contact Allyson at the Chamber ([email protected]) if you are interested in learning more about these opportunities.
ChINA | Explore Beijing, Xi’an, ShanghaiOctober 16-24, 2017
$2,499 Double Occupancy includes: • Round-trip international airfare from Los Angeles (LAX)• 4 & 5 star hotel accommodations• Three full meals per day• All transportation within China (luxury tour bus, flights)• English-speaking tour guides
GERMANY | In the Footsteps of Martin Luther500th Anniversary Jubilee TourMarch 13-21, 2018
$3,599 Double Occupancy includes: • International round-trip airfare from Minneapolis (MSP)• Transportation and hotel accommodations• 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners• English speaking guides & sightseeing fees
Optional 2-day Extension to Munich • $599 double occupancy • Sights include: Munich, Heidelberg Castle, Neuschwanstein
Castle, and Oberammergau
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Membership Renewals
Five Plus Years (cont.)King Construction & Overhead Door, Inc. (6)Blanchard Tree Service (6)T & R Custom Tops (6)Real Deals on home Decor & Boutique (5)J & J Machining (5)Window World of Mason City (5)Country Landscapes, Inc (5)
One Plus YearsRiver City Society for historic Preservation (4)Brian Randall Realty (3)Yohn Company (3)Active Family Chiropractic LLC (2)DealerBuilt (2)D and D Cleaning (1)FION BARRA (1)Airgas USA, LLC (1)Great Country Motors (1)Glory Welding (1)
hamber members are encouraged to involve summer interns in a FREE program designed to connect young workers to our community and to each other. (Businesses who are not Chamber members may enroll interns for $100).
College Connections will provide a series of social and educational activities every Thursday, June 1-July 27. Chamber members will serve as “Lunch & Learn” speakers on a variety of topics relevant to college students and new graduates. In addition to the scheduled social activities, a list of popular area recreational activities will be provided for participants to pursue outside of the program’s regular meeting times.
Program Dates: Thursdays, June 1 - July 27, 2017
Social Activities: Regional Intern Networking Event, Community Scavenger Hunt, Mini Golf, Lady of the Lake, and more!
Lunch and Learns: Networking & Building Relationships, Leadership & Personality Styles, Young Professional Panel, Credit Reports & Credit Cards, and Evaluating Cost of Living & Fringe Benefits.
Please contact Allyson Krull, Marketing and Leadership Development Director if you would like to enroll an intern or become a program sponsor. Email [email protected] or call 641.423.5724.
College Connections 2017
C
Travel with the ChamberBe Our Guest
une in Friday mornings to the Chamber “Be Our Guest” program at 8:40AM on KRIB 1490 AM. Alpha Media provides thisbenefittoChamber
members free of charge. Listen in for May’s guests!
May 5 Interstate Batteries Nancy Breen
May 12 IOOF home & Community Therapy Center Megan Studer
May 19 hospice of North Iowa Joyce Sherman
May 26 Rose Petal Cleaning Lisa Cheney
T
Vision. Create a strategic plan for regional economic growth and prosperity in North Iowa.
Community input. Public planning sessions will be announced soon. Take part now by sharing ideas and concerns about North Iowa’s future via email or phone.
strategy. Develop a multi-year plan to build on the region’s strategic priorities, unique assets, and past successes.
goals.• Enhance quality of place• Bolster entrepreneurship and innovation• Attract business to our region• Support growth through effective workforce development
partners. This project is a collaboration of community partners, including the North Iowa Corridor Economic Development Corporation, Mason City Area Chamber of Commerce, and Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce.
stay informed. Get up-to-date information on the Vision North Iowa website as the project progresses.
www.Visionnorthiowa.Com | [email protected]
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Business leaders learned how to simplify, clarify, and achieve their visions at a Lunch & Learn presented by Keystone Management Partners.BANKCODE sponsored the session.
Community Map AdvertisingThe Chamber is currently working on the 2018-2021 High-Tech Interactive Community Map by Town Square Publications. Maps will be published in full-color street detail with the value-added benefit of online access to businesses. This publication will be a great resource for families and businesses relocating to the area, while also serving as a valuable guide for visitors and long-time residents.
With a shelf-life of FOUR years, the Community Map will be used for professional and executive recruitment, economic development, visitor information, and consumer relocation packets.
Advertising opportunities are available on a first-come, first-served basis by speaking to the Chamber’s Town Square representative, Michael Holmes, at (815) 871-2631 or by email at [email protected].
Chamber members are encouraged to advertise and support this important publication to promote the North Iowa region.
On April 7, John Stineman from the Iowa Chamber Alliance and Craig Patterson from the Professional Developers of Iowa met with local business leaders. They shared their perspective on new and pending legislation and the potential impacts to business and industry in North Iowa.
Lunch & Learn
Legislative Luncheon
Events Calendar
Numerous focus groups were held in mid-April to discuss North Iowa’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunties and threats.
Stay up-to-date on member events by checking out the online events calendar at masoncityia.com.
Submit your event through the online membership portal or email your event information to [email protected], and we will post the event for you.
Events posted on the calendar are also listed in the weekly Chamber News email sent to Chamber members each Tuesday.
Michael Holmes
641.422-1663 / 800.423.5724 www.VisitMasonCityIowa.com
[email protected] 641.422-1663 / 800.423.5724 www.VisitMasonCityIowa.com [email protected]
30 Days of Fun!
Save the date! Celebrate tourism with us during Friday Night Live on June 16, 2017. Join in on the fun as we announce our tourism award winners, dance to live music, take pictures in our photo booth and kick-off summer in #MasonCityIA! Friday Night Live takes place at Central Park in Downtown Mason City from 6-10pm.
Ready to SNAP. FILTER. & SHARE?! 30 Days of Fun is going to be a whole lot of fun with a photo contest! Participants can enter the contest by sub-mitting a photo to one of 6 categories: architecture, selfie, animal lover, mother nature, foodie, & event enthusiast. All photos entered must be taken in Ma-son City, and submitted via Facebook (@MasonCityIowa) or Instagram (@visitmasoncity). Photo contest will begin on May 18 and end June 16th with public voting open from June 20-27, 2017. The photos with the highest num-ber of votes in each category will be our category winners. An overall best photo will be awarded based on the highest total votes on a single photo.
June 16th-SAVE THE DATE!
#MotherNature
#EventEnthusiast
#Foodie
#SelfieDiva
#ArchitectureBuff
#AnimalLover
Weekly Events Newsletter—Sign Up Today! Stay up-to-date on event happenings in Mason City & Clear Lake! Weekly event newsletters are sent
out on Thursdays. A monthly newsletter featuring upcoming events is sent the 3rd week of each month. To sign up, email Tessa at [email protected]
Connect with Visit Mason City!
@MasonCityIowa @VisitMasonCity @VisitMasonCity @VisitMasonCity
9 N Federal Ave | www.mainstreetmasoncity.com | 641.494.0003
The CulTure & CharaCTer Of
Our COmmuniTyIS OUR DOWNTOWNOur mission is to
enhance, promote and preserve
downtown Mason City as a diverse
business, cultural and residential destination, for
the benefit of the entire community.
uPCOminG eVenTS:
Friday Night Live Concerts
Start Next Month!
Thank You To Our Investment PartnersMain Street Mason City is a standalone nonprofit organization, relying on donations from the community, to promote,
preserve and grow the downtown district. Thanks to the following investors who have committed to assist in our mission.
Platinum: First Citizens Bank Gold: Mercy Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa
Silver:
Park Dentistry | Henkel Construction
Friends of Main Street: Haines Insurance | Southbridge Mall | Jim & Amanda Ragan | Cerro Gordo Abstract Co. | Alliant Energy | The Historic Park Inn | Tierney Properties | Reflections Salon | NSB Bank | McGladrey LLP | Edwards Brandt & Associates | Waggoner & Wineinger Architects | Louis Althof - Thrivent | Veenstra & Kimm | Zilges Appliance Center | Brick Furniture | J & J Welding | Kristy Marquis - State Farm Insurance | Furniture Mattress Outlet | G8 Development Inc./Philip Chodur | Byron & Ann Beasley | Good Shepherd | Ermer Insurance & Financial Services, Inc. | Bergland + Cram Architects | Jones, Lemon, Meier Partnership | The Holiday Inn Express | Kent Apartments - City Center
Steven Van Steenhuyse City of Mason City
Mellisa LeachThe Historic Park Inn
Susan RebedeauN IA Therapy Associates
Mike TickalOak Leaf Comics and Collectibles
Cally Peterson Moorman Clothiers
May 2017Did you know that funds to spruce up downtown businesses are
available through the Downtown Revolving Loan Fund and Corridor Revitalization Programs?
The Mason City Downtown Revitalization Loan Program provides loans of up to $30,000, matched dollar-for-dollar by the property owner, to revitalize properties downtown. If the owner maintains the improvements, and retains ownership for at least seven years,
the loan is forgivable.
Also available through Main Street Mason City is the Downtown Revolving Loan Fund, which provides very low-interest loans, up
to $25,000, to property owners within the Main Street District. Revolving loans can be used toward the dollar-for-dollar match for
the Revitalization Loan Fund. Details on both programs can be found at www.masoncity.net. Click the "Business" tab, then
"Economic Development." Both the Corridor Revitalization Loan Program and Downtown Revitalization Loan Programs are
accessible from there.
For more information, contact Colleen M. Devine, Main Street Mason City, ([email protected]), or Steven Van
Steenhuyse, Mason City Development Director ([email protected].
The North Iowa Farmers Market is back downtown, at the city parking lot, the corner of 1st Street NE and Delaware. Opening
date is Friday, May 19!
Would you or your business like to join our longtime investment partners? Call 641-494-0003, or email [email protected].
Metalcraft Inc. | Clear Lake Bank & Trust | Petersen Plaza | North Iowa Oral Surgery | Farmers State Bank | Moorman Clothiers | Central
PresidentAustin PehlWaggoner & Wineinger Architects
Vice PresidentKatie WoldMarket 124
SecretaryMindy KlapperichFirst Citizens Bank
TreasurerChris DroschaClear Lake Bank & Trust
StaffColleen M. DevineExecutive [email protected]
Main Street Minute
with Cargill to submit an application for the State of Iowa’s High Quality Jobs Program. The Iowa Economic Development Authority board approved the award for benefits at their meeting April 21st. This included High Quality Jobs Program tax credits, Investment Tax Credits of $350,000, and refund of sales, service, or use taxes paid during construction.
As part of the local match component, the Corridor is working with the City of Mason City on a proposed Property Tax Rebate of up to $210,000 to be considered in May.
CHAD SCHRECKPRESIDENT & CEO
SHAUN ARNESONVP, EXISTING BUSINESS & PROJECT
KEN BALESDEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
HUNTER CALLANANCOMMUNICATIONS & WORKFORCE
North Iowa Corridor EDC 9 North Federal Mason City, Iowa 50401 NorthIowaCorridor.com
CARGILL PLANNING MASON CITY PLANT EXPANSION
CARGILL KITCHEN SOLUTIONS plans to expand its egg processing plant in Mason
City, with the help of North Iowa Corridor Economic Development Corporation.
The company opened here as Sunny Fresh Foods with 35 employees in 2001 and has grown steadily ever since in footprint and employment. Now operating as Cargill Kitchen Solutions, this newest construction will add 11,700 square feet for a new production line and freezer expansion. The company expects to add 44 more employees, bringing the total workforce up to almost 300. The plant is located at 1750 S. Benjamin Ave.
“We’ve been working with Cargill on finding city and state opportunities for assistance on the project and also exploring workforce development with NIACC,” said Chad Schreck, President and CEO of North Iowa Corridor. “Cargill has been important to our community. We put an emphasis on existing businesses, because we want to help them grow and prosper here. In the average community, the vast majority of new jobs and investment, generally 70 to 80 percent or more, are created by existing businesses.”
Jessica Reith, Plant Manager, said, “Producing innovative, protein-rich, egg-based foods at our Mason City facility continues to create excitement in the marketplace and generate growth momentum for our customers and Cargill. Helping our customers deliver high-quality, nutritious, delicious, and affordable egg protein to consumers has led to multiple expansions since the facility opened in 2001 with three dozen employees and the desire to successfully grow the business.
“We continue to invest in our business and in the community, and the community also continues to invest in Cargill, making it a win-win situation for us all. For Cargill to prosper, we know that our customers and the communities in which we have a presence must thrive. Helping communities flourish has been part of our cultural fabric dating back to Cargill’s founding more than 150 years ago. Our goal is to continue nourishing people, animals, and the planet in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way for another 150 years.”
The North Iowa Corridor worked
IN THE
MAY 2017
500 College Drive, Ste 120 · Mason City, IA 50401 Visit us online @ www.niacc.edu/pappajohn 1-888-GO-NIACC or 641-422-4111
Start Smart Workshops May 10— 10:00 am-Noon; IowaWORKS, 600 S Pierce Ave. Mason City, Ia. May 24—6:00-8:00 pm; Wednesday, Mason City NIACC Pappajohn Center #117, 500 College Dr. Call 641.422.4342 to register for the free sessions
North Iowa Tech Brew May 16—6:00-8:00 pm; Mason City Brewery, 28 E. State St., Mason City Email Mollie Ross at [email protected] to register
“NIACC does not discriminate in employment or education. See http://www.niacc.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement/ for additional information.”
MicroEnterprise Program
The Pappajohn Center is the administrator for a unique economic development program offered by the City of Mason City. A qualifying small business occupying commercial real estate in Mason City will receive a minimum of $1,000* the first year of participating in the MicroEnterprise Program. The three-year program offers a prorated commercial real estate property tax rebate of up to half paid on the property for the business occupant (leased or owned). The tax rebate must be spent to improve the business or commercial property and must be spent with other Mason City businesses. Let the Pappajohn Center help build your Mason City small business sales and business success. Call the Pappajohn Center for further details and conditions at 641-422-4111.
For businesses located in the Corridor Revitalization Loan (CoRL) area: *CoRL businesses can receive up to a minimum of $2,000. Contact the city for more information at 641-421-3600.
PAPPAJOHN CENTER STAFF
Tim Putnam, Director Brook Boehmler, SBDC Director Daniel Pitts Winegarden, Incubation & Acceleration Services Director Kelley Crane, School Partnership Entrepreneurial Coordinator Mary Spitz, Administrative Assistant-NIACC JPEC & SBDC
FALL Launch & Grow Your Business September 14—November 16, 2017 CL Tel in Clear Lake, 107 N 4th St. Tuition $199/course #108899. Call NIACC Continuing Education at 641.422.4358 to register.
The Thrillbillies’ upbeat attitude and exciting stage presence will have you on your feet! Sing and dance along to this fun-loving country music band!
May 25- 29, 2017
6-8PM Carnival Opens - Middle School Night
6PM Mason City Middle School BandPlaza
6:45PM Mason City Municipal BandPlaza
4-7PM Stu Nevermann Run Packet Pickup
5PM Carnival/Marketplace/Concessions Central Park
Aquatic Center
Central Park
6PM ThrillbilliesMain Stage
8PMMain Stage
2PM Awards CeremonyMain Stage
5PM Betty and the GentsMain Stage
7PM The Pork TornadoesMain Stage
12PM Carnival/Marketplace/ConcessionsCentral Park
1:15PM Mason City High School Jazz BandPlaza
9AM Outdoor Worship ServiceTrinity Lutheran Church
12PM Carnival/MarketplaceCentral Park
12PM Carnival Central Park
8AM Stu Nevermann Memorial RunAquatic Center
10AM 79th North Iowa Band Festival ParadeN Pennsylvania & East State Street
79th North Iowa BaNd FestIval
Chris Hawkey is the self-described, luckiest man in the world, with hit singles ‘My Kind of Crazy’ and ‘Good Liar’. Hawkey is sure to light up the stage! His big music break was with the Rocket Club, until he was ready to hit the road to create his own record. Hawkey finds it hard to contain his excitement during every song he sings!
Rock and all things fun! That’s what Betty and the Gents promises to bring to their shows. This local band is sure to entertain people of all ages with a wide mix of classics and modern hits!
The Pork Tornadoes have quickly become one of the most sought-after party bands in the Midwest. The talent of Pork Tornadoes’ musicians is unrivaled and begs for crowd participation, leaving fans fully satisfied and with sore throats from singing along!
ThrillbilliesBetty and the Gents The Pork Tornadoes
May 25- 29, 2017
Mason City High School OrchestraPlaza
Chris Hawkey
5:15PM 1PM Newman High School Dance TeamMain Stage
MCHS Mohawk DanzersMain Stage
5PM
thursday, May 25
FrIday, May 26 saturday, May 27
suNday, May 28 MoNday, May 29
Chris Hawkey
Ribbon Cuttings Blue Zones Project ®
COMMUNITY GARDENS
Community gardens encourage employees to get outside, build relationships, and grow produce.
hy-vee Drug Store, a Blue Zones Worksite, is sponsoring a garden at Willow Creek. All produce from this garden will be donated to hawkeye harvest Food Bank.
If your worksite is interested in learning more about starting a community garden plot, contact Blue Zones Project at 424-7180.
Phone 641.423.5724 www.masoncityia.com [email protected] Fax 641.423.5725
new loCationnorth iowa advisors1453 4th st se, ste C
new loCationalliant energy1035 43rd st sw
new memBermason City earth day
new memBerandersen’s market2727 19th st sw
TOWN IN TENNIES
First Citizens Bank, Metalcraft, and North Iowa Community Credit Union all participated in April’s “Town In Tennies” initiative.
Chamber Leadership
Phone 641.423.5724 www.masoncityia.com [email protected]
Periodical Postage Paid at Mason City, Iowa(USPS 060-350)
Upcoming Events MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Executive CommitteeDave Bergan, Chairman of the Board Smithfield Steve Noto, Past Chairman Stoney Creek Hospitality CorporationCraig Miller, Treasurer First Citizens BankKellyHansen,GovernmentAffairs Division vice President / Chair Elect POET Biorefining - HanlontownRodney huber, Business Division vice President Huber Supply Co.JeffNichols,Community&Membership Division vice President Opportunity VillageDr. Steve Schulz, Workforce & Leadership Division vice President North Iowa Area Community College
Board of DirectorsJosh Brueggeman, Accord ArchitectureDr. Kyle Burgmeier, Burgmeier DentistryIna Cavin, Hy-Vee West Tyler Kerr, REG Mason City, LLCGarett McKiness, McKiness Excavating, Inc.Dr. Paul Manternach, Mercy Medical Center -North IowaDavid Mayberry, Globe Gazettevijay Muralidaran, Assa AbloyJamie Nelson, 98.7 KISS Country / 103.7 The Fox / KIOW 107.3 / KCHA 95.9Kirk Paulson, NSB BankJessica Reith, Cargill Kitchen SolutionsCrystal Shellhart, Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Mason CityBrian Taylor, Mason City Motor Company
StaffRobin Anderson, CCE, IOMPresident&ChiefExecutiveOfficer [email protected] Krull Marketing & Leadership Development Director [email protected] Colleen Frein Membership Director [email protected] Eckholt Program Director [email protected] Johanns Service & Operations Director [email protected]
This is a Mason City Chamber of Commerce Publication. Mason City, Iowa 50401 641.423.5724
Publications are monthly for $20 per year by the Mason City Chamber of Commerce, 9 North Federal Avenue, Mason City, IA 50401-3250. Second Class postage paid at Mason City, IA. Postmaster: send address changes to The Chamber, 9 North Federal Avenue, Mason City, IA 50401-3250.
June 15 Business After Hours | Art on the Plaza and Lucy & OliveJune 22 Chamber Golf Outing | highland Park Golf Course
Saturday May 20
Ribbon Cutting - Cannonball Gardens | 9AMCannonball Gardens | East Park
North Iowa Band Festival Committee | 12:15-1PMBand Festival Room | Commerce Center | 9 N Federal Ave
Friday May 19
ThursdayMay 11
Events Committee | Noon-1PM1st Floor Conference Room | Commerce Center | 9 N Federal Ave
Get Involved/Committee Meetings
MondayMay 22
Ribbon Cutting - Interstate Batteries | 11:30AM Interstate Batteries | 504 Hwy 18 E, Clear Lake
North Iowa Band Festival Committee | 12:15-1PMBand Festival Room | Commerce Center | 9 N Federal Ave
FridayMay 5
Ribbon Cutting - CENT WestSide | 10AMCENT WestSide | 3124 4th St SW
MondayMay 1
ThursdayMay 18
Business After Hours | 4:30-6:30PM Sponsored by Mason City Motor CompanyMason City Motor Company | 4510 4th St SW
Networking Events
Ribbon Cutting - CENTer | 10:45AMCENTer | 25 W State St
FridayMay 5
Thursday-MondayMay 25-29
Ambassador Meeting | Noon-1PMMason City Country Club | 3331 19th St SW
TuesdayMay 2
North Iowa Band FestivalDowntown Mason City
Visit www.nibandfest.com for a detailed schedule of events!
