Local Company Receives $1000 in John Pappajohn Iowa Entrepreneurial Venture Competition
The 2018 John Pappajohn Iowa Entrepreneurial Venture Competition came to a close on September 13th with the announcement of the winners at a special recognition luncheon at Drake University in Des Moines. Twelve teams advanced to the final presentation round, and the winners were announced at the luncheon.Unique to this year’s awards program was a […]
Samuel & Patricia Congello Proudly Presents Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox
Samuel & Patricia Congello proudly presents Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 16th, 2018. This presentation is part of the 2018-2019 Performing Arts and Leadership Series.Proving that everything new can be old again, pianist Scott Bradlee has become a viral pop […]
Winners Announced at the inaugural 51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center Entrepreneur Gala
MASON CITY, Iowa – The 2018 Pappapjohn Entrepreneur Gala celebrated North Iowa’s entrepreneurs on September 26th at a special recognition event at 51ÁÔÆæ in Mason City. Entrepreneurs and businesses across North Iowa were invited to apply for four awards categories: Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year, the Innovation […]
51ÁÔÆæ Family Stem Festival To Be Held on October 20
Bring your whole family to the 51ÁÔÆæ Family STEM Festival on Saturday, October 20 from 1 PM to 4 PM on the 51ÁÔÆæ Campus! Experience FUN activities at this hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) event being held at 51ÁÔÆæ. The festival is free and open to the public.The goals of the festival are […]
Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered in Mason City
The 51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a free two-hour workshop designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart, participants will learn how to create a business plan, do market research, consider different types of business ownership, and learn how to register a business.Start Smart […]
“The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band To Perform in Mason City as part of its 100th National Concert Tour
Mason City, IA – As part of its 2018 national concert tour, “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band will perform at 7:30pm on Friday, October 19, at the North Iowa Community Auditorium in Mason City. The concert, sponsored by the 51ÁÔÆæ Instrumental Music Department and Alpha Media, is free and open to the public.Free […]
The Pritchard Broadway Series Proudly Presents The Illusionists – Live From Broadway
The Pritchard Broadway Series proudly presents The Illusionists – Live From Broadway™ at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018. This presentation is part of the 2018-2019 Performing Arts and Leadership Series.On the heels of a highly successful multi-city tour and run on Broadway, the […]
Presentation on Alzheimer’s Awareness To Be Held at 51ÁÔÆæ
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) will hold a presentation on Alzheimer’s Awareness on Wednesday, September 26, in the Muse-Norris Conference Center, Room 180ABC on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. The public is invited to attend this free event facilitated by Greg Woods, no registration is required. This presentation is sponsored […]
Volunteer Fair is September 25 at 51ÁÔÆæ
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) will host a Volunteer Fair on Tuesday, September 25 from 10:00 am – 1:30 pm on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus in the Activity Center.The Volunteer Fair is an opportunity to familiarize yourself with the many volunteer options here in our region. The fair, which is free and open to the […]
51ÁÔÆæ Hosting Painting Class at Mulligans
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) will hold a painting class titled “Art is for Everyone” on Thursday, October 4, at Mulligans Bar and Grill, 2791 4th St. SE in Mason City, from 5:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. This class, taught by Janell Drumheller, is sponsored by 51ÁÔÆæ’s Lifelong Learning Institute. The materials fee is […]
Staci Ackerson of Shankland Insurance recognized as 51ÁÔÆæ Pappajohn Center September Entrepreneur of the Month
The 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and the North Iowa Area SBDC (Small Business Development Center) are proud to announce Staci Ackerson of Shankland Insurance as the Entrepreneur of the Month for September 2018. In April 2015, Staci Ackerson saw an opportunity to expand and began working with the North Iowa […]
Presentation on Understanding Addiction To Be Held at 51ÁÔÆæ
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) will hold a presentation discussing Addiction on Wednesday, September 26, in Beem Center 200 on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus from 3:00 P.M. to 4:30 P.M. The public is invited to attend this free event facilitated by Jay Pedelty. This presentation is sponsored by 51ÁÔÆæ’s Lifelong Learning Institute.There isn’t anyone in […]
The Historic Park Inn Proudly Presents Randy Bachman: Every Song Tells a Story
The Historic Park Inn proudly presents Randy Bachman: Every Song Tells a Story, at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the 51ÁÔÆæ campus at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, September 28th, 2018. This presentation is part of the 2018-2019 Performing Arts and Leadership Series.Randy Bachman stands in rarified air as a member of a very exclusive […]
North Iowa businesses invited to apply to the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program
Grow your business right here in Iowa with the help of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program, launching now for the first time in Iowa. North Iowa businesses are invited to apply by October 15, 2018. Applicants selected for the program will receive a world-class business education and connections to a professional support network […]
North Iowa Choral Society to Auditions to Be Held at 51ÁÔÆæ
North Iowa Choral Society, sponsored by 51ÁÔÆæ and under the direction of Linda Ferjak, will hold open auditions for the 2018/2019 season on Sunday, September 16, and Sunday, September 23, from 4:00-5:30 pm in the 51ÁÔÆæ Vocal Music Room (Fine Arts 172). Auditions will be held for both the Choral Society’s […]