Chamber News 4/24/2018

April 24, 2018

Table of Contents

Friends of the Festival Campaign
College Connections
South Africa Trip Filling Up
Band Festival Volunteers Needed
Wellness Tip

CMO Card

Remember to use your NEW CMO Card for 2018!

Johnson Heating & Air Conditioning:

Receive a pre-season furnace or A/C check for $65

For a complete list of offers, Click here!

Event Calendar

Click here to see what's going on this month!

Member News

Mercy Ambassadors May Basket Sale on April 25 from 8AM-5PM at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa's south lobby.

Pappajohn & SBDC Start Smart 6-8PM on April 25 at NIACC Pappajohn Center.
Ribbon Cutting at Larson Red Zone Sports at 11AM on April 26.
Country Inn & Suites - Worth County Re-Grand Opening from 4:30-6:30PM on April 26.
Hammers & Heels for Habitat fundraiser is 5:30-10PM on Thursday, April 26 at The Music Man Square.
Small Business Administration & Iowa Small Business Government Contracting Opportunities workshop from 10:30-11:30AM on April 27 at NIACC's SBDC.

Job Postings

Fat Hill Brewing

Part-Time Beer Server

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Host your event at the

North Iowa Regional Commerce Center

Quick Links

- Chamber Website

- Member Directory

- Chamber Newsletter

- NI Band Festival

- Commerce Center

- Sculptures on Parade

Friends of the Festival Campaign

The cost of Band Festival entertainment and other services

continues to increase each year. But, with the help of our friends and loyal supporters, we are celebrating it's 80th year and are able to keep the Festival free for all to enjoy!

Please consider joining our list of generous contributors by making a tax-deductible contribution to the Friends of the Festival campaign.

Contact Linda for more information on how to donate.

College Connections

Do you employ summer interns? We are looking to connect young talent to North Iowa through a fun and educational program, College Connections !

College Connections provides a series of social and educational activities each Thursday from June 7 - July 28, 2018. Interns will attend lunch & learns on a variety of topics relevant to college students and new graduates and also spend time enjoying popular recreational activities in North Iowa.

Please contact Kativa with questions, or if you would like to serve as a $100 sponsor.

South Africa Trip Filling Up

Join us on our amazing safari to South Africa November 7-16! This tour takes us to the vibrant city of Johannesburg, the world-renowned Kruger National Park, and to Cape Town (one of the most beautiful cities in the world). If you want to get in on this once-in-a-lifetime trip, register today - the tour is already half full! Click here for a detailed itinerary.

$3,599 Double Occupancy includes:

International round-trip airfare from MSP and domestic airfare
Transportation and hotel accommodations
Daily breakfast and 3 dinners
4 Game Safaris in open-air 4x4 vehicles
English speaking guides & sightseeing fees

Optional 3-day Extension to Victoria Falls ($1,299 double occupancy)

Please contact Allyson for more information or to register.

Take this quick survey to help us decide which destinations we should offer next!

Band Festival Volunteers Needed!

The 80th Annual North Iowa Band Festival is just around the corner, and we need your help to make this event a success! Consider volunteering along the parade route, at the park for the entertainment, or at the information booth.

Contact Colleen for more information on these opportunities, and more!

Wellness Tip

Not a fan of running? Here are six exercises that will get you into better shape than running! It is important to modify exercises based on your abilities. Make sure you are properly hydrated and eating the correct foods before and after working out. Find examples here of what you should be eating and when.

Mason City Chamber of Commerce

9 N Federal Ave

Mason City, IA 50401

P: (641) 423-5724

F: (641) 423-5725

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www.masoncityia.com

The mission of the Mason City Chamber of Commerce is to promote progressive community and economic development to benefit Chamber members and the North Iowa region.