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MASON TO CELEBRATE HOLIDAYS ON
NOVEMBER 23 WITH PARADE & MORE
Every year about this time, we in Mason get our Big Santa and mailbox up at the
corner of Jefferson and Ash Streets, we put our downtown holiday decorations on
streetlights, set out seasonal plants in our downtown flower planters, our area
merchants start to offer holiday values, and Express Tree Service strings lights on the
large Christmas tree on the Ingham County Courthouse lawn. Those are the signs
that we in Mason are getting ready for Friday, November 23. That’s the day after
Thanksgiving and a full month before Christmas Eve. That afternoon and evening our
community holds its annual Mason Holiday celebration.
For the fifth year, Dart Container Corporation is the presenting sponsor of the
Mason Holiday Celebration. “We are proud to have Dart Container sponsor the 2007
parade and the day’s events. We also thank the folks at Lear Corporation for again
allowing us to start the parade in their parking lot,” said Debbie Cwiertniewicz, chair of
the celebration for our Mason Area Chamber of Commerce. She also encourages local
folks to help with the day’s and evening’s events by volunteering. You can contact the
Chamber at (517) 676-1046 or at [email protected] by e-mail.
Mason’s popular evening lighted parade and the lighting of the community’s
Christmas tree at 6:30 p.m. are the biggest of the several events slated. Last year, the
parade featured 22 units including the special
“Courthouse Float” from Dart Container. “The
City of Mason is also an important partner.
They help by closing streets and providing
traffic coordination. We are again responding
to their request for improved public safety this
year by letting parade participants know that
they are not to throw candy or get on or off any
unit that is in motion,” Cwiertniewicz added.
The lighted parade steps off through the
Cobblestone Village Antiques District at 6:30
p.m. and proceeds to downtown Mason. The route is Mason Street to Columbia to
State to Maple. The parade then circles the Courthouse by turning right on Jefferson,
then left on Ash, Barnes and Maple Street before stopping in the 100 block of west
Maple. Lighted units will represent many area groups and businesses and will include
CATA, Dart Container Corporation, MDOT, Two Men & a Truck, Potter Park
Zoo, ServiceMaster Clean, Granger Container, and many more lighted vehicles and
floats. Commander Bob Raab will lead volunteers and members of the American
Legion Browne/Cavender Post 148 in keeping the parade organized, but this year
another Legion member will have an additional duty.
Don Jacot, in his role as the Chamber’s 2007 Citizen of the Year, will officially light
the Christmas tree on the Courthouse square at 6:30 p.m. This year, the community
Christmas tree will have 1200 new energy efficient LED lights, thanks to the City of
Mason, the Mason Downtown Development Authority, and American Legion Post
148 as the Chamber’s decorations sponsor. Also downtown, near the tree before the
parade, will be a welcome by City of Mason mayor Leon Clark, music from the
Mason High School Santa Band, and more. Food and warm drinks will be available
on the square from Mason A&W Restaurant, Mason Optimist Club and several
downtown businesses.
Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at the end of the parade and then meet up with Mason
Area Historical Society members who will take them back over to the museum on
Oak Street to meet children and continue the fun over there. Also, a living nativity will
be presented downtown on the Courthouse square by Eden United Brethren Church
following the parade.
A publication of the
148 E. Ash Street
Mason, Michigan 48854
Phone: 676-1046 ~ Fax: 676-8504
www.masonchamber.org
WHAT’S IN THIS ISSUE?
Get in On the Holiday Celebration
and Parade this November 23
Salon Infinity Ribbon Cutting and
Open House November 12
Nominate Someone for an Award
Welcome New and Returning
Chamber Members
News From Chamber Members
Inserts: MACC Annual Award
Nomination Form, Mason Holiday
Celebration Sponsorship Reservation
Form, 7
th
Annual Lighted Parade
Reservation Form
MASON in Motion
November 2007
The day’s activities actually begin much earlier
in the afternoon in the downtown area near the
Courthouse. In the former Dancers/Goodwill
building at 108 W. Maples Street, music,
singing, storytelling, free refreshments, a tree
decorating contest, and family entertainment will
take place from 2:00 until 5:30 p.m., sponsored
by Ware’s Pharmacy.
The United State Marines will have a “Toys
for Tots” collection station at the Maple Street
location during the afternoon. Proceeds from a
tree decorating contest will go to Ingham East
Habitat for Humanity.
This year, for the first time, kiddie train rides
will be available on Barnes Street during the
afternoon and evening from Mason RailTime
Adventures. Information on the tree lighting,
parade and other events is on the Chamber’s
website at www.masonchamber.org or call (517)
676-1046. Volunteer help is very welcome.
GERALD SMITH WINS BIG
AT MACC RAFFLE PARTY
Gerald Smith of Mason
won a 1989 white Corvette
convertible in a recent raffle,
but he also held another
ticket to win the second
prize as well. His good
luck held out right to the end
at the sixth annual Mason
Area Chamber of
Commerce’s raffle party at
the Ingham County Fairgrounds.
The October 20 event was a licensed raffle (MLR 91324) with net
proceeds going to partially fund the Chamber’s “Hometown U.S.A.”
community investments and programs, including parades; banners;
community identity; and visitors’ center operations. Many
volunteers worked very hard to make the Chamber’s raffle and party
a success.
“This year, about 200 people enjoyed a fine steak dinner catered by
Darrell’s Market,” said organizer Ron Tatro. “Beverages and
snacks were served by Liz Hogg and Carl Howard. Assisted by
Robin King and Jeff Haueter, Jim Hyde led several lively auctions
throughout the party to add to the fun. Arnold Short of the County
Seat Old Car Club
won the ticket
sellers prize for the
sixth straight year.
Kim Gorrell, Kathy
Smith, Rich Reid,
Peter Robinson,
Carl Howard and
many others were
also in our ticket
seller’s hall of
fame,” added Tatro.
The Chamber is
grateful to the
many partners who
helped make the
event successful,
especially Holt
Auto Sales, Dart
Bank, Mason
State Bank, and
others. “We
couldn’t do it
without the behind
the scenes
assistance of our
dedicated
volunteers,” said
Tatro. Flood Reid
Insurance Agency, Independent Bank, B-Dry Systems,
ServiceMaster Clean, and others had successful “parties within a
party” and used the MACC raffle party for business-building.
Everyone who registered for the loser’s gift drawing also got a
coupon for a free A&W root beer float, courtesy of the Mason A&W
Restaurant. The next MACC raffle party is scheduled for Saturday
evening, October 18, 2008.
NEWS OF OUR MEMBERS
Are you in need of fun and affordable entertainment for your office
party or annual meeting? The Coventry Players have several
mystery dinner plays that will fit the bill nicely. Contact Phyllis
Baisch at (517) 676-1765 or Shirley Richards at (517) 6576-9160 for
information.
Two Men and a Truck was ranked highest for local moves among
Midwest moving companies, according to the J.D. Power and
Associates. The 2007 Full-Service Moving Company Customer
Satisfaction Study used customer evaluations to rank local moves of
50 miles or less in the United States. Two Men and a Truck started
a number of years ago right here in the greater Lansing area. Two
Men and a Truck International Inc. now has 201 franchisee-
owned locations worldwide.
You’re invited! Located right next to Ken Young’s State Farm
office, the new Salon Infinity will celebrate their grand opening
with a ribbon cutting provided by the MACC Ambassadors on
Monday, November 12 at 5 PM sharp. The salon’s is at 706 S. Cedar
Street in Mason. You’re invited to an open house with refreshments
that will follow the ribbon cutting and run until after 8 PM.
The Mason Orchestral Society will have their 32
nd
Fall Concert
this Friday. The Mason Community Orchestra and Mason Youth
Symphony perform on November 2
nd
at 7:30 P.M. at the River
Terrace Church, 1509 River Terrace Dr., East Lansing. The church
is located north of Jolly Rd. off of Hagadorn Rd. located on the
eastern edge of the campus of Michigan State University.
Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated. Check the
M.O.S. out at www.masonorchestras.org.
Habitat for Humanity is still looking for a few good trees! Ingham
East Habitat for Humanity will be holding a “Holiday Trees for
Habitat” fundraiser beginning November 1. Local merchants and
organizations will be asked to decorate a tree, display it during the
holiday season and donate the proceeds from the auction to Habitat.
If you have an unused artificial tree of any size, shape, or color
please consider donating it to Habitat. For more information call
Liz Hogg at (517) 655-1872 or e-mail her at
[email protected]. Ingham East Habitat for Humanity is
a 501(c)3 organization and all donations are tax deductible.
State Representative Barb Byrum, who represents most of the
Mason area in House District 67, has announced the following
coffee hour in our area: Wednesday, November 14 at 4 PM at Baja
Grille in Mason. She may also be contacted by phone at (517) 373-
0587; by e-mail at [email protected]; or website at
byrum.housedems.com.
The Ingham County Fair Board will host a Holiday Winter
Carnival on Friday, December 7 from 5 to 10 PM, on Saturday,
December 8 from 11 AM to 10 PM, and on Sunday, December 9
from noon to 6 PM. This carnival will benefit Angel House, and
will include carnival rides, fair food, games, face painting, craft
show, Santa, and musical performances. A potted tree decorating
contest is open to businesses and organizations. Please register for
that before November 16 at the Fair Office. Call (517) 676-2428 or
go to www.inghamfair.org for more information.
Mason High School’s Fall play “Thoroughly Modern Millie” will
be November 15, 16 and 17 at 7:30 PM each evening. Cost is $12
for adults, $10 for students/seniors, and $7 for children under 13.
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1989 Corvette Convertible – Gerald Smith
2
nd
Place - $500 – Gerald Smith
3
rd
Place - $300 – John Manning
4
th
Place - $200 – Wilma Causie
5
th
Place - $100 – John Manning
$10 50/50 Board - $867.50 – Phyllis Mustaine
$5 50/50 Board - $587.50 – Ray Heinlen
$100 for First Number Drawn – Linda Reid
$150 for 97
th
Number Drawn – Linda Haueter
$200 for 145
th
Number Drawn – Kevin Ammerman
$250 for 194
th
Number Drawn – Ray Mizza
$300 for 218
th
Number Drawn – Wilma Causie
Bonus! Ticket Winners:
120
th
Number – Ray Gonzales
133
rd
Number – Betsy Colburn
145
th
Number – Nina Sylvester
157
th
Number – Elizabeth Manning
169
th
Number – Wilma Causie
181
st
Number – Todd Short
193
rd
Number – Martha McDavell
205
th
Number – Jann Lifsey
217
th
Number – Phyllis Mustaine
229
th
Number – Wilma Causie
Gift Winners:
Don Fletcher – Soup Pot from Kean's
Carl Howard – Book & Gift Card from Bestsellers
Sue Dunn – Ladies watch from Fink Jewelers
Linda Haueter – Drill from Darrell's Hardware
Skip Mustaine – Sander from Darrell's Hardware
Peter Robinson – Shop Vac from Darrell's Hardware
Loraine Larkins – Toaster Oven from Meijer
Bill Potter – Undercounter CD/Radio from Meijer
Mike Thompson – Slow Cooker from Meijer
Danny Short – DVD/VHS Player from Meijer
SALON ∞ INFINITY
KIWANIS HELPING KIDS
AT NOVEMBER 10 EVENT
Members of our Mason area Kiwanis clubs need your help in
volunteering and providing snacks for workers for an
unprecedented local event. On Saturday, November 10, Kids
against Hunger and Kiwanis organizations from around Michigan
(including Builders Clubs, Aktion Clubs, K-Kids, Key Club and
Circle K) are teaming up for a Kids Against Hunger Super
Packaging.
Over 1050 volunteers from many Kiwanis clubs and school
organizations will gather to package over 100,000 meals in one day
at the Kinawa Middle School in Okemos. Fifty percent of the
meals will stay in our Michigan communities, including Food
Banks and the Salvation Army. “We can designate some of the
meals to stay in the Mason area,” says Liz. Luttrell-Wilson of
Mason State Bank and the Kiwanis Club of Mason.
Help is needed. Four shifts will be packing meals from 10 AM
until 4:30 PM. Besides volunteers to package the meals, they we
are in need of donations to provide snacks and beverages for the
volunteers, entertainment to keep the volunteers excited, and
donations to help fund the $25,000 project. For more information,
or to help, please contact Liz Luttrell-Wilson at 517-676-0500 ext.
228. Donations may be sent directly for Kids Against Hunger to
David Siegrist, 1225 S. Main, Plymouth, MI 48170. Kids Against
Hunger is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
GET READY FOR THE DECEMBER
MEMBER MIXER HOLIDAY PARTY
The Chamber Ambassadors suggest you put some of your holiday
gift buying money away until December 6
th
. That particular
Thursday evening they want you to bring it over to the Ingham
County Fairgrounds Community Building. There you’ll enjoy a
fun December Mixer Holiday Party – the Chamber’s biggest mixer
event – from 5 to 8 PM. They expect about 250 people again this
year. It is a great time to greet all your friends and neighbors in the
community and wish them the happiest of holidays.
Like last year, you’ll also enjoy the delightful live holiday music
from harpist Kelly Yoakam. You’ll just love the wonderful food of
the “Taste of Mason” provided by area restaurants and caterers.
And there will be door prizes. But it is the silent auction and live
auction item values that will make you reach for your wallet. You
can snap up some really great gifts and finish your Christmas
shopping in style.
The December “Mason In Motion” Newsletter will list all of the
auction items in a detailed catalogue. Just make sure the party is on
your calendar today!
WELCOME OUR NEW MACC MEMBERS
Please welcome the following new Chamber members:
Mason RailTime
Adventures
701 S. Diamond Road
Mason, MI 48854
Phone: (517) 648-1096
Fax: (517) 244-9185
www.masonrailtimeadventures.com
Mike & Angela Prelesnik
Mason RailTime Adventures provides kiddie trains and more for
festivals, fairs, community events, birthday parties, shopping
district promotions, company picnics, and other events.
Salon Infinity
706 S. Cedar Street
Mason, MI 48854
Phone: (517) 244-0400
www.saloninifinityonline.com
Kasey Smith and Kim Hills
Offering a wide range of services and utilizing the best products
available, Salon Infinity is a full-service salon encompassing all
beauty needs, including hair, skin, and nails.
SBF Promotions
144 Linden Boulevard
Mason, MI 48854
Phone: (800) 384-7245
www.sbfpromotions.com
Deborah Hardman
SBF Promotions can put your business or organization's name and
logo on thousands of promotional items.
And welcome back a returning
member:
Benedict Auto Body
246 W. Maple Street
Mason, MI 48854
Phone: (517) 676-4970
Fax: (517) 676-9959
www.benedictautobody.com
Darrell Benedict
Benedict Auto Body is the “body doctor.” They work with all
insurance companies and use PPG products. They offer free
estimates and a free loner car with collision repair.
NOVEMBER 2007 MASON in Motion 3
Mason Area Chamber of Commerce gift certificates offer the gift recipient the
option to choose what they want, instead of settling for a gift they don't really
like or receiving a gift certificate only redeemable at a single place. From
restaurants to entertainment; from office supplies to specialty shops; from
automobile repair to retail items… a MACC gift certificate offers you a truly
unique gift that is right for everybody. Give the gift of convenience –
certificates can be purchased at the Chamber office and redeemed by any
Mason area business or organization. For more details, please contact the
Chamber office at (517) 676-1046.
Doug Klein ….. Executive Director
Bonnie Root ….. Administrative Assistant
2007 Board of Directors
Millennium Digital Media Systems, L.L.C. has changed its
operating name to Broadstripe. This change reflects the company’s
new mission to improve system reliability, introduce advanced
products and services, and provide top quality customer care.
Extensive system upgrades and improvements have begun in the
three regions operated by Broadstripe. Substantially increased
staffing at the corporate and regional levels is also underway.
Broadstripe president and CEO Bill Shreffler said, “We intend to
dramatically grow this company, both through our internal
achievements and by acquisition. To help do that we needed a new
name that reflected our new mission.”
“Broadstripe is an American company.
We are proud to live and work in the
communities we serve.” He added, “We are local, and that is
something our competition cannot match. They are large
nationwide companies that have a ‘one size fits all’ strategy. We
will be successful by listening carefully to our customers, and
being responsive to their needs.”
Broadstripe is a privately held company which provides voice,
video and high speed Internet data services to 120,000 residential
and commercial customers in Maryland, Michigan, Washington
and Oregon.
Mark Howe .................................................................................................... President
Dart Bank
Joe Dean................................................................................................ Vice-President
Coventry Players
Robin King.....................................................................................................Treasurer
Independent Bank
Dan Schlattman ..................................................................................... Past President
Freedom Tax Services
Tom Botsford................................................................................EAA Chapter 55
Lance Delbridge .................................................................Mason Public Schools
Kim Gorrell ................................................ B-Dry System of S. Central Michigan
Neil Kentner ..............................................................................Wynsmoor Manor
Jeff Oesterle...................................................................................Oesterle Farms
Phil Preston ...................................................................... Gestamp US HardTech
Jamie Robinson ................................................................. Darrell’s Supermarket
Kathy Smith.......................................................................... ServiceMaster Clean
Bob Warnke...............................................................................Mason State Bank
148 E. Ash Street
Mason, Michigan 48854
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MILLENNIUM DIGITAL MEDIA IS NOW BROADSTRIPE
Chamber annual awards recognize our community's finest people!
NOMINATE SOMEONE WHO DESERVES AN AWARD
You can help honor those who are an inspiration to the Mason area community by
making nominations for the Mason Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards.
Each year, your Chamber recognizes the contributions of individuals and groups by
awarding Citizen of the Year, Excellence in Business, Excellence in Education,
Special Recognition, and our President’s Award. The deadline for nominations is
Friday, November 16, 2007 for all awards. Please take a moment to review the criteria
and make a nomination or two. Your efforts may have a lifelong impact on the
recipient and our community!
The 2008 Awards will be presented at the Chamber’s Annual Awards Dinner on
Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at the Eldorado Golf Course Banquet Center, 3750 W.
Howell Road in Mason. Reservations for the MACC Awards Dinner can be made
before February 1 at $30 per person by calling the Mason Area Chamber of Commerce
office at 676-1046. The dinner is generously sponsored by a Chamber member and
this year each award will be similarly sponsored. Dinner reservations are $30 per
person payable in advance of the event.
Citizen of the Year – An individual who has made significant contributions to the
community over several years through their caring and concern.
Excellence in Business – A business that has demonstrated innovation, risk and growth
that represents the entrepreneurial spirit of business development.
Excellence in Education – A teacher who best exemplifies the teaching qualities that inspire students to learn and value education.
(Selection by Mason Public Schools)
President’s Award – A person or group of persons who have made significant contributions to the Chamber’s goals over the past year.
Special Recognition – A person, group of persons, or organization that has made significant contributions to the community or to the
Chamber usually within the recent past. This is an opportunity to highlight people, events, or programs that have made an impact in
the community or in support of Chamber programs.
This is the list of Chamber award winners through 2007:
Citizen of the Year
Aggie Corner – 1987
Jenny Dart – 1988
Dr. Donald Cairns – 1989
Rollin Dart – 1990
Terry Shultis – 1991
Mary Jo Leonard – 1992
Wendy Pulver – 1993
Jim Blauvelt – 1994
Frank Guerriero – 1995
Claude Cady – 1996
Jackie Lawrence – 1997
Virginia Schlichter – 1998
Sue Parsons – 1999
Stan Jordan – 2000
Tom & Rose Mary Hopp – 2001
Ray Perkins – 2002
Larry Howe – 2003
Bob Ware – 2004
Jack Davis – 2005
Doug Williams – 2006
Don Jacot – 2007
* Jeff Jones, Denise Jones, Rich Reid, Pete Hanover,
Kristine Workman, Annette Snyder
** Jodi Somerville, Phil Mathews, Melissa Kean, Jackie
Lawrence, Roger Fleming, Barb Smith, Craig Goble,
Mike Prelesnik, Ron Weesies, Jacque Weesies, Ellen
Dral, Ivan Kerr, Dave & Camille Vanpoelvoorde
Excellence in Business
Vision Real Estate – 1996
Joseph A. Young & Associates – 1997
Mason Community News – 1998
AeroGenesis Aviation – 1999
Grove’s Motorsports – 2000
Cayenne Grill – 2001
Bestsellers Books & Coffee Co. – 2002
Merindorf Meats – 2003
Done-Right Auto & RV – 2004
ServiceMaster Clean – 2005
Gestamp U.S. HardTech – 2006
Sheridan Realty & Auction – 2007
President’s Award
Dick Roberts – 1996
Craig Goble – 1997
Liz Hogg & Tom Marriott – 1998
Golf Outing Committee* – 1999
Jeff Haueter – 2000
Jeanine Christman – 2001
Tom Bergeon – 2002
Kerry Ferguson – 2003
Doug Klein – 2004
Russ Whipple – 2005
Arnold Short – 2006
Ron Tatro – 2007
Excellence in Education
Mary Lou French – 1996
Cheryl Roe – 1997
Margaret Edgar – 1998
Sandra Haynes – 1999
Debbie Blauvelt – 2000
Jana Stewart – 2002
John Berry – 2003
Margaret Doolittle – 2004
Michele Shafer – 2005
Kathy Horton – 2006
Barb Buda – 2007
Special Recognition
Balloon Rally Committee** – 2002
John & Betty Brazier – 2003
Mason Optimist Club – 2004
Mason DDA – 2004
Joe Watkins – 2004
Care Free Medical – 2005
Gorsline-Runciman – 2005
Sheren Wright – 2005
Mason Area Historical Society – 2006
Jeff Haueter – 2007
Mason Promise Scholarship – 2007
2008 Annual Awards Program
Nomination Form
I/we wish to nominate the following person/group for: ___________________________________________
Person’s Name/Group being nominated: ______________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________________
Telephone (day): ______________________________ (evening): _________________________________
Description/details of community service/achievements:
Attach a 500 word submission outlining the nominee’s background, achievements and reasons for nomination.
You may enclose supporting material (newspaper clippings, certificates, etc) if desired.
Nominated by (name): _________________________________________________________________
Address: ___________________________________________________________________________
Telephone (day): ______________________________ (evening): _______________________________
Is the nominee aware of the nomination? (circle one) Yes No
I have read and accepted the conditions of entry. The information contained in the nomination is, to my
knowledge, true and accurate.
Signature: __________________________________________________________________________
Complete this form and mail with your 500 word submission to the Mason Area Chamber of Commerce,
148 E. Ash Street, Mason, MI 48854 to arrive by November 16, 2007.
To make a nomination for the MACC annual awards:
1. Complete the nomination form and attach it to the front of your final submission.
2. Prepare a 500 word submission outlining the nominee’s background, achievements and
reasons for nomination.
3. You may also choose to attach supporting materials such as newspaper clippings and
certificates but please ensure these are photocopies only, as they will not be returned.
4. Nominations may be made by an individual or organization.
5. You can make more than one nomination from the same organization.
6. Persons cannot nominate themselves for the Citizen of the Year Award.
7. Community Groups may self-nominate. The names of the office bearers must be listed.
8. It is permissible to contact the Chamber office for advice regarding nominations.
9. All nomination information and materials submitted remain the property of the Chamber.
10. The committee’s decisions are forwarded to the Executive Committee and they
recommend action to the Board for final decisions at theirDecember Board meeting.
11. ENTRIES CLOSE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007.
Please be a part of Mason’s 7th annual
Mason Holiday Celebration ~ Electric Light Parade
Friday, November 23, 2007
Seasons Greetings!
We invite you to be a part of the Mason
community’s 7th annual Electric Light Parade
during our Holiday Celebration. The parade
will be held Friday, November 23, stepping off
at 6:30 p.m. This Parade and Celebration
attracts thousands of people to downtown
Mason each year and includes our Christmas
Tree Lighting and a visit from Santa.
The parade line-up will begin at 6:00 p.m. in
Lear Corporation’s parking lot on North Street and the parade will travel through the Cobblestone
Village Antiques District to downtown Mason around the Courthouse Square. Get your generator
humming and use as many lights as you can on your parade unit so it will light up the night.
Please fill out the form at the bottom and mail it to us, or fax it to us at (517) 676-8504, or email
your response to [email protected].
This year Mason will again be aglow with traditional lights, the big Santa with his mailbox for
children’s letters, carolers, the Mason High School Santa Band and more. We cordially invite you
to join in and be a part of an old and new tradition in Mason.
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Mason Electric Light Parade Registration Form
Mason Area Chamber of Commerce, 148 E. Ash Street, Mason, MI 48854
Fax to 676-8504 or email your response to: [email protected]
_____ YES, we will be a part of the Electric Light Parade
on Friday Evening, November 23, 2007.
Company/Organization __________________________________________________________
Contact ______________________________________________________________________
Address _________________________________ City __________ State _______ Zip______
Phone __________________________________ Fax ________________________________
Email _______________________________________________________________________
Proposed Electric Light Parade float/vehicle ________________________________________
All units must adhere to certain rules which are provided upon entry. Please call (517) 676-1046 if you have any questions.
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MASON
MOOLAH
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Mason Holiday Celebration, Christmas Tree Lighting, and Lighted Parade on Friday, November 23, 2007
Call 676-1046, Fax to 676-8504, or email your response to: [email protected]
Please let us know which part of this great community event you are interested in sponsoring. Checking the blank to the
left of each only indicates your interest, not your commitment. We will then contact you with more information about
these sponsorship and value opportunities. Commitments by some businesses and organizations for sponsorship
opportunities may have already been made and may no be longer available. Previous year’s sponsors usually have the right
of first refusal for subsequent years.
______Presenting Sponsor (1): $1,000 ______Mason Moolah Coupon and/or
______Decorations Sponsor (1): $300 ______Parade Unit Entry: FREE
______Entertainment Sponsor (1): $300
(Parade re-registration IS required – see separate form)
YES, we are interested in being a part of the Mason Holiday Celebration on Friday, November 23, 2007.
Company/Organization __________________________________Contact _________________________________
Address ______________________________________________ Phone ___________________________________
Fax _______________________________________Email ______________________________________________
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Mason Holiday Celebration & Electric Light Parade
Friday, November 23, 2007
Join with us as a part of the Mason area community’s annual Mason Holidays Celebration which will include the 7
th
annual
Electric Light Parade. The celebration and parade will be held Friday, November 23, 2007. This Celebration attracts many
people to downtown Mason each year. This year Mason will again be aglow with traditional lights and the big Santa will
stand at the corner with his mailbox for children’s letters. Musicians, carolers, the Mason High School Santa Band, and
others will entertain. We invite your business, group, or organization to: put together a float, get recognition as a sponsor,
or be a part of our “Mason Moolah” coupon program – all a part of our old and new traditions in Mason. Just mark your
interest on the form above and return it to the Chamber. The Celebration includes our older traditions of the Christmas
Tree Lighting on the Courthouse lawn, carol singing, and visits with Santa at the Historical Museum. It also includes our
newer traditions of music, kids activities, a living Nativity, and the light parade.
This coupon is good for $1.00 off on a total purchase of $10.00 or more -- Friday, November 23 and
Saturday, November 24, 2007 only -- at the following participating Mason Area Chamber of Commerce
members. Only one coupon per household per business, please. Not to be combined with any other coupon
or offer. Participants in the past two years have included:
Bestsellers Bookstore & Coffee Co. Mason A&W Restaurant Fink Jewelers
Mason Jar Pub & Grub Kean's Store Company Kerr Hardware
Ware’s Pharmacy Mason Elevator (There’s room
Lawrence's Westside Deli Mason Antiques District for you, too!)
This coupon is redeemable only at the individual member businesses listed above on 11/23 & 24/07. This is a discount
provided by the individual business and not by the Mason Area Chamber of Commerce. No cash value.
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