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The Chamber is Community: HCC worker hangs a flower basket

Chamber Seeks Flower Funds from Community

In the spirit of community, the Chamber is launching a heartfelt appeal to residents and businesses to support its annual Beautification Program. The program, a symbol of civic pride, graces our streets with vibrant summer flower baskets. As the Chamber aims to enhance the aesthetic appeal of our beloved city, it is calling upon the generosity of the community to ensure the program’s continued success. At its peak, the beautification program saw more than one hundred baskets hung along the Read more…

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April Business After Hours

Mt. Olive Lutheran Church will host Business After Hours on Wednesday, April 10. Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce members are invited to attend this meetup with fellow business owners, organizational leaders, elected officials, and friends as a complimentary member benefit. Drop in from 5:30-7:00p to socialize and connect with fellow Chamber members, local business owners, organizational leaders, elected officials, and friends. RSVP below. Business After Hours is a monthly event hosted at member businesses on the second Wednesday of each month Read more…

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2024 Expo & Bite of Mason County Vendor Guidelines

The Chamber reserves the right to change, in part or in whole, the event details (including location, times, guidelines, etc. without notice or consideration. General Set-Up Tear Down Food Vendors Each food vendor/booth must secure a separate permit. Mason County does not offer blanket permits or coordinator permits. Some foods are exempt from permits; see details. Food vendors that will be operating directly outside of their permanent establishments will not need a temporary permit. A handwashing station must be easily Read more…

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Chamber Opens Registration for Expo & Bite of Mason County

On Friday, July 19, Railroad Avenue will once again play stage to a day-long street fair highlighting the best of Mason County. The largest business & restaurant event in Mason County, the Expo is attended by thousands of community members each year. It has the feeling of a high energy block party with businesses and community organizations drawing on showmanship and flair to get your attention while sharing what makes their business so dynamic. Best known for its interactive activities, Read more…

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March Business After Hours

We are lucky to have 2nd Street Design Studio host Business After Hours on March 13! Owner Holly Cahoon and her team welcome area professionals to mix and mingle at their fabulous salon space in downtown Shelton. Drop by anytime from 5:30-7:00p to socialize and connect with fellow Chamber members, local business owners, organizational leaders, elected officials, and friends. While you’re there, be sure to schedule an appointment with the salon’s supremely skilled stylists or purchase fabulous boutique items, hair Read more…

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Attorney General Warns of Scammers Targeting Small Business Owners

In a letter to Chambers of Commerce dated February 6, 2024, Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson, wrote “Washington Labor Law Poster Service is deceptively posing as a governmental agency and sending hundreds of thousands of solicitations to Washington businesses. They advertise an Olympia address, but are based out of Michigan. They mail the letters in envelopes with threatening language about legal consequences for not immediately purchasing the advertised poster products at a cost of $79.50 or more. These posters Read more…

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Legislative Sendoff Set for December 8

The Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce, North Mason Chamber of Commerce, and Economic Development Council of Mason County will present its annual Legislative Sendoff on December 8, with sponsorship support from City of Shelton. This is your opportunity to meet with our state legislators—Senator Drew MacEwen (R-Union), Representative Dan Griffey (R-Allyn), and Representative Travis Couture (R-Allyn)—as they speak about issues and priorities expected to face the state during the upcoming 2024 session. This event is being held on Friday, December Read more…

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December Business After Hours

Santa’s Shipping Depot (AKA Zeppelin Shipping & Technology Center) will host Business After Hours on Wednesday, December 13 at their merry downtown locale. Plus, we will be celebrating ten years in business for Jonathan and his elves! Drop in from 5:30-7:00p to socialize and connect with fellow Chamber members, local business owners, organizational leaders, elected officials, and friends. RSVP below. Business After Hours is a monthly event hosted at member businesses on the second Wednesday of each month as a complimentary Read more…

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Chamber Celebrates Shop Small Season

The Chamber is proud to announce that it will continue to lead the movement to Shop Small. This year we are promoting Small Business Season: November 1-December 31. The Chamber has also renewed its commitment as a member of the Small Business Saturday Coalition, of which the Chamber has been a member since the program’s inaugural year. Right now, it’s more important than ever to support the local businesses we love. You might not realize it, but every time you Read more…

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SHS Career Expo Seeks Business Partners

The Chamber is seeking volunteers to help make this year’s SHS Career Expo a success for more than a thousand Shelton High School students! This year’s event will be held on the Shelton High School campus on Wednesday, November 8. Dozens of volunteers are needed to host the career fair as well as breakout sessions, which provide or deeper engagement for students to learn about industry. There is no cost to participate. Why Should You Participate? The Career Expo is an Read more…

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