đź“… Tuesday, September 22, 2026
| | Chamber News is a weekly e-newsletter for Chamber member employees, sharing event announcements, important reminders, and the latest updates from Chamber members themselves. | | Business After Hours hosted by Country Meadow Place⏰ | | |
Join us September 24 from 4–6PM for September’s Business After Hours at Country Meadow Place!
We’re excited to celebrate Country Meadow Place’s new rebrand with an evening of networking, food, prizes, and fun. We’ll kick things off with a Ribbon Cutting at 4 PM, followed by an opportunity to connect with fellow Chamber members, enjoy food and refreshments, and get a professional headshot.
Plus, the Progressive Drawing is now up to $225!
Come celebrate this exciting new chapter with Country Meadow Place and enjoy an evening with the Chamber.
| | 110th Annual Meeting - October 8⚜️ | | |
Join us Thursday, October 8, at Music Man Square for the Greater Mason City Chamber of Commerce’s 110th Annual Meeting!
This year’s theme, “Laissez les bons temps rouler!” — “Let the Good Times Roll!” brings a New Orleans-inspired celebration to Mason City.
Tentative Schedule:
2:00 PM – Registration
2:15 PM – Welcome & State of the Chamber
2:40 PM – Breakout Sessions
3:30 PM – Mix & Mingle
4:00 PM – Annual Awards Program & Closing Remarks
4:30 PM – VIP Reception (Invite Only)
Register through your Member Portal or contact Kelby Schultz with attendee names and email addresses. We hope to see you there!
| | Directory Advertisements - September 30đź“° | | |
As we prepare for our upcoming Chamber Membership Directory, now is a great time to consider adding a Directory Ad to increase your business’s visibility. Our directory features all Chamber members listed alphabetically and by business category, making it a great way to be in front of other local businesses and community members.
Placing an ad is a simple way to make sure your business stands out among fellow Chamber members all year long.
| | | Directory Ads are also included with select Chamber membership tiers and sponsorship levels, including Grow, Connect, Promote, Lead, and Visionary. | | Calendar Advertisementsđź“… | | |
We’re excited to offer our members the opportunity to put their business in the spotlight by purchasing an advertising spot in the Chamber Calendar.
Advertising spots are $500 and provide a great opportunity to showcase your business, increase visibility, and stay top-of-mind with fellow Chamber members and the broader community throughout the year.
Limited spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and we currently have just 8 spots remaining!
| | | North Iowa Marketing Summitđź“– | | |
The Agenda Is Here!
Don’t miss the inaugural North Iowa Marketing Summit on Tuesday, October 13, from 9AM–4PM at the Surf Ballroom!
Featuring Emmy Award-winning storyteller, bestselling author, and keynote speaker Lauren Ready, the summit will bring together marketing professionals and community storytellers from across North Iowa for a full day of learning, networking, and connection.
Lauren will kick off the day with “Storytelling That Starts With Curiosity,” followed by interactive sessions, exhibitors, lunch, and more.
| | North Iowa LINC - Haunted Hikeđź‘» | | |
Mark your calendars for a night of thrills, chills and plenty of laughs! Area young professionals are invited to join LINC for the Nightmare Haunted Hike in Clear Lake on Friday, October 23, gathering at 6:45PM.

LINC will cover a portion of the admission cost, so advance registration is required. After the hike, LINC members are welcome to make plans to grab dinner and/or drinks together and keep the fun going!
| | | ⚙️Your Chamber at Work | |
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Chamber’s weekly efforts to support members, strengthen the business community, and help North Iowa thrive.
✨Last Week's Highlights:
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Growing Up Local: Growing Up Local hosted free roller skating for North Iowa kids and their families on Sunday, September 20, bringing 250 people (including more than 100 kids), together for an afternoon of fun. Thank you to our generous sponsors for helping make this event free for everyone to enjoy!
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Looking to spread the word about an announcement or an upcoming event?
Submit your announcement/events to our online calendar, or email Marketing Associate
Keagan Sifert at the Chamber to be featured in upcoming Chamber News emails.
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From Waldorf University:
Retired Air Force Colonel and Waldorf alum Tim Tarris 1970 is scheduled to speak at the Waldorf University Odvin Hagen Recital Hall at 7 p.m. in Forest City on Thursday, Sept. 24 about his recent flight journey this past summer. Click here to read the full press release!
| | 🤝Community Events - Week of 9/22/2026
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5K Fridays is happening at the Mason City Family YMCA this Friday, September 25 from 6:30-7:30AM.
| | | Check out the Chamber's Events Calendar to see all upcoming events from Chamber Members! | | Visit the Chamber's Job Postings page to view all available jobs from Chamber Members! | | | | |
