Pearl City Salon & Barber has been dishing out hot cuts and styles for nearly two years now, but they are getting ready to make a big move over to the new development near the Palm's 10 theater. Come help us celebrate our newest member business as they toast this special milestone!

We know we are lucky to have such generous and gracious hosts for our monthly Business After Hours events. What makes our members so special is their dedication to our community and the well-being of its residents! So, it comes as little surprise that Cindy Carver at The Rendezvous Banquet Hall & Catering is using... Read More →

Since 2005, Port City Underground has been the most fun you can have in Muscatine while six feet under.  Please drop down and help us celebrate Lacey and her TWENTY YEARS of dishing out the best specialty pizzas and pasta in town! 

When we heard that Pearl City Popcorn was for sale, we immediately went into panic mode. Do you guys know how many stressful days have been salvaged by a GMCCI team outing across Chestnut Street?!? So, it is with tremendous excitement and RELIEF that we get to celebrate the passing of the ice cream scoop... Read More →

Anytime we think of mindfulness and wellness, we think of Lindsay. She's an approachable and authentic advocate for physical and spiritual health that has made "yogis" out of even the most skeptical! So, it's fitting that she finally has the space worthy of her talents. Please come help us celebrate Energy 108's brand new home... Read More →

Jenni Allison at Be Your Best You Health & Wellness has been BUSY!!! Her downtown business has been undergoing an expansion and transformation over the past few months and we are so proud to help her show it off! As part of Recharge Wellness, Jenni now offers a new range of 30+ wellness therapies at... Read More →

As the new owner of Persnickety Boutique, Dawn Dusenberry has been hard at work putting her personal touches on the store and making it her own.  This includes renovations and improvements to the showroom and dressing rooms, which are now complete!  We are proud to help Dawn celebrate her achievements with a ceremonial ribbon cutting.... Read More →

Since 2010, Daniel Novak and his ever-expanding crew have been performing parking lot maintenance and marking all across the Eastern side of Iowa. As the business has grown, Proline has added services that include sealcoating, crack filling, pothole repair, bollard installation and sign installation. At this point, there's almost nothing Proline can't do to help... Read More →

Tickets on sale NOW for Girls Getaway 2025! https://girlsgetaway2025.eventbrite.com  Your ticket includes: A delicious brunch in the ballroom at The Merrill Hotel A chic style show from The HallTree Boutique Exciting door prizes to win from our fabulous Downtown Muscatine businesses Gift bag & more! After brunch, spend the day exploring unique downtown shops, dining... Read More →

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, which is the perfect time to showcase the Mississippi Valley Child Protection Center and the work this organization does to enhance the sensitivity and responsiveness of the systems designed to protect child abuse victims and their families. This facility provides vital medical and advocacy services while also facilitating the... Read More →

Healthcare in Muscatine is getting a great big boost! Come join us as we celebrate the groundbreaking of Community Health Care’s new clinic on MCC’s campus.

Join the Muscatine Women’s Leadership Network for our next Series event! Focused on physical and mental health, this evening will include guided yoga, nutritious snacks and beverages, access to some of Muscatine’s most trusted wellness providers and opportunities to network.  Register today!

Crawford Company has been THE "go-to" HVAC, plumbing, electrical and welding experts in the Quad Cities for decades now, but they have been quietly making themselves at home in Muscatine over the last two years. They are now ready to make some NOISE and celebrate their new local facility with a ceremonial ribbon cutting and... Read More →

Preparation is the key to success. At this clinic hosted by GMCCI, IowaWORKS, Goodwill of the Heartland and the Iowa Center, job seekers, recent graduates and career changers will be given the opportunity to edit and print copies of their resumes, brush up on interview and professional grooming skills, speak with career advisors and learn... Read More →

Since ServiceMaster Cleaning & Restoration joined the Chamber back in 2023, Monica Koechle has worked hard to become part of the Muscatine community. She has gone the extra mile and it's hard to ignore the work she's been doing! Which is why we are so excited for her to host this month's Business After Hours... Read More →

This is an opportunity for recent graduates, experienced professionals and those looking to make a career change to see where their talents might make an impact. Bring extra resumes, dress to impress and come prepared to have a conversation that could change your future!

We don't want to exaggerate, but there was a mild sense of panic when this Park Avenue car wash went offline. It felt sudden! We were not prepared! WHAT DO WE DO NOW?!? Fortunately, our hysteria only had to be short lived, as the wash is now back and better than ever! To celebrate Club... Read More →

Monica's Taqueria is celebrating 5 years of serving up some of the tastiest tacos and tortas in town.  Additionally, they are expanding their restaurant to include the retail sale of special Mexican treats and snacks AND (just in time for summer!😎) Monica and Jose are adding additional outdoor seating, umbrellas and ambiance. Come join us... Read More →

When our friends at Culver's tell us they are celebrating a mind boggling TWENTY YEARS of serving the Muscatine community with $2 cheese curds and lemon ices, you best believe we are going to be there! You couldn't find a better and more consistent local partner than Culver's and we are grateful for all they... Read More →

It's no secret that the Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine is housed in one of Muscatine's most beautiful buildings. The high ceilings! That natural light! They fit so well into the space that one would almost be surprised to recall that it was once a restaurant. And it is in this fully functional kitchen space... Read More →

Since ServiceMaster Cleaning & Restoration joined GMCCI in 2023, they have been making every possible effort to engage with the community and create a meaningful footprint here in Muscatine. In fact, just two weeks ago Monica Koechle and her friends treated us to a fun filled Business After Hours event! So, it is with a... Read More →

First Choice Real Estate has been one of the most trusted names in Muscatine area realty since 2009. Dan Oien and his growing team of agents bring unparalleled "real world" experience to their customers, with backgrounds that span from rental and investment properties to construction and real estate development to marketing, automotive, law enforcement and... Read More →

It's happening, you guys. Unless the staff agrees to hand feed you their sandwiches, it will soon be almost TOO EASY to get delicious Jimmy John's subs! Their new Park Avenue drive thru location is opening and we are so excited to share in a special ceremonial ribbon cutting to mark the occasion. So whether... Read More →

We already know that Muscatine is a great place to work, but where does our weary workforce call home?!? In the very near future, it might just be the Clarabeck Lane neighborhood, as we are officially celebrating the groundbreaking for this new upmarket home subdivision! Please join us at the corner of West Bay Drive... Read More →

Collaboration is a word that gets used a lot around Muscatine and that's because it very frequently applies! We are fortunate to have so many responsible and compassionate community partners that are genuinely invested in making our city better for everyone who calls it home. There's no better example of this than the new solar... Read More →

Rotary International is one of the largest service organizations in the world and the very oldest in Muscatine. Since 1920, our neighbors, friends, business leaders, and problem-solvers have united together under the Rotary banner to support youth, scholarship and education programs, music and the fine arts, healthcare and disease prevention initiatives and so much more. ... Read More →

You have from now until next Thursday to make some critical decisions.  Gummy bears or boba?  Cheesecake or cookie crumbles?  Chocolate chips or sprinkles?  Or if you're like us, ALL OF THE ABOVE!!!🤭🤷‍♀️ 😎 In recognition of Yogies Frozen Yogurt's first anniversary, we are celebrating with an official ribbon cutting ceremony.  Please come join us... Read More →

This 65-unit residential project has captured our imagination and had our collective and unwavering support from day one, but to be honest, it kind of felt like a fever dream. Was it even POSSIBLE for something this stylish, modern and sophisticated to be developed just steps from our downtown? IS THIS REAL LIFE?!? Well, it... Read More →

In a world of screens and sedentation, physical fitness and exercise have become more important than ever! And we need the youth of America strong and healthy if they are going to protect us from our AI robot overlords.  So, in the spirit of self-preservation, we invite you to join us for a special ribbon cutting... Read More →

Registration is now open for the Chamber Golf & Fun Day 2025! Click here for the sponsorship & sign-up form! We invite our members to join us for a day of fun this summer! Enjoy a lunch buffet, 4-person scramble golf tournament, tee gifts, drinks, hors d’oeuvres & FUN! Spots are limited, so sign up... Read More →

Business After Hours is on a special night in September. To prepare for the big Cy-Hawk game on 9/6, CBI Bank & Trust is hosting a tailgate party on Park Avenue! Please come join us for food from Skinny's Barbeque and live music by Brendan Tapp. The fun starts at 4:00PM on THURSDAY, 9/4. Put... Read More →

Muscatine County's future has never been brighter! The Pearl Button Solar project is set to begin and with it comes the promise of both short and long-term job growth, increased tax revenue reinvestments in the local and state economies and enough clean energy to power approximately 27,000 homes annually. Please come join us as we... Read More →

Please join us for a park dedication and ribbon cutting as part of the Ignite Vitality: Mulberry initiative. This new "pocket park" is just a small part of the neighborhood revitalization project that is making Muscatine an even more family friendly place to call home!  Lunch and tours are available. Please RSVP to Moriah Ellis... Read More →

From the purveyors of Pearl City Popcorn comes their newest tasty venture - Pearl City Coffee & Creamery! Please join us as we celebrate the official ribbon cutting of Cedar Plaza's new hot spot for cold scoops and buzzy beverages! 

Calamity Rose Ranch has grown in more ways than one! What started as a home-based practice on Taylor Avenue has now become a thriving team of seven providers and a dedicated support staff—all focused on delivering compassionate, effective mental health care. This summer, the team made the exciting decision to bring the whole ranch under... Read More →

Beauty, wellness and fitness have joined forces under one roof and we want YOU to come celebrate! The culmination of a lot of blood, sweat and tears, Lindsay and Joe are incredibly proud to introduce their beautiful new facility to Muscatine, which combines a first-rate CrossFit gym with a state-of-the-art aesthetics and functional medicine clinic.... Read More →

Bitcoin is a big deal.  And as the industry matures, the need for scalable, efficient infrastructure continues to accelerate!  Which is why we are so excited that MiningStore has chosen Muscatine to house its new 10MW air-cooled Bitcoin mining facility.  Now at the center of reliable, grid-integrated hosting, our community is poised to usher in... Read More →

This is going to be a Business After Hours you don't want to miss!  Remis Arcane Exchange is celebrating the grand opening of their new Grandview Avenue location and are inviting YOU to come for games, treats and a ceremonial ribbon cutting.  Your local spot for role playing and other tabletop games, trading card games,... Read More →

Greenpoint has found a new home and it is EXACTLY as cozy, quirky and charming as you would hope your locally owned book purveyor to be. With clothes, crafts, stationary, snacks and their wildly addictive "Blind Date With a Book" boxes, Greenpoint feels like an episode of Gilmore Girls come to life in all of... Read More →

The buzz about Brasero Cocina & Cantina has been as sizzling as a fresh plate of fajitas. This new Muscatine hot spot has been all anyone can talk about and we couldn't be more excited to OFFICIALLY welcome them to the Chamber! Please join us for their ceremonial ribbon cutting, as it might be one... Read More →

Muscatine FFA is the oldest chapter West of the Mississippi and one of the strongest and largest in the state. So it makes sense that our Ag Learning Center is constantly evolving and growing to meet the needs of these emerging leaders in agriculture, education and technology! The Small Animal Project Barn is a new... Read More →

We have been excited about this next Business After Hours for a long while now, as it is being hosted by one of Muscatine's largest employers, advocates, benefactors and innovators.  It will be an incredible opportunity to meet and network with HNI Corporation's leadership and we want YOU to be there!!! 💺🤝😊✔️

The Creek isn’t just a tasting room—it’s a space for creativity, connection, and community. In addition to their handcrafted Iowa wines and signature cocktails, the lounge also features a rotating gallery of local art in a relaxed and inviting space. Please come help us toast this new extension of the Ardon Creek Winery brand to... Read More →

Let's be honest, we probably aren't taking care of ourselves as well as we should. Schedules are busy, the holidays are upon us and being an adult is just plain HARD. Which is why we are so excited to welcome L&L Cold Therapy to our downtown community! Laura and Lindsay offer a combination of cutting-edge... Read More →

Muscatine Sister Cities is celebrating 40 years of dedicated service to the international organization's mission of building networks for peace and prosperity by fostering bonds between people from different communities around the globe. Since its inception, the Sister Cities International network has played a key role in renewing and strengthening important relationships in new and... Read More →

Lights, camera, ACTION!!! With the full remodel of Central Auditorium complete, please come join us for a ceremonial ribbon cutting as we celebrate the hugely anticipated grand re-opening of Muscatine's biggest and brightest theatrical venue! With a brand-new stage, sound system, lighting and seating, you are not going to want to miss this debut performance.... Read More →

Muscatine's AmericInn hotel has recently undergone a major facelift. Guestrooms and public spaces have been upgraded with new flooring. There have been upgrades to the furniture, bedding, lighting, artwork and fresh coats of both interior and exterior paint. This new design scheme really dazzles and we want to help them show it off! So, to... Read More →

There is little argument that the Musco Sports Center has been one, if not THE, most highly anticipated GAMECHANGERS to come to our community. Offering year-round indoor facilities for baseball, softball, football, soccer, pickleball, volleyball, lacrosse and MORE, this state-of-the-art dome offers limitless opportunities for our youth athletes to grow, play, and compete. Please come... Read More →

Join us for an evening of connection, celebration, and community at the Chamber Ambassador Network of Muscatine’s New Member Showcase, hosted at the beautiful Stanley Center for Peace and Security. This special Business After Hours event is all about welcoming and recognizing the businesses that joined the Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce and Industry in... Read More →

It seems like every other day we are having a ribbon cutting at MCC. In fact, you'd probably be hard pressed to find a community college anywhere close to our area that works this consistently and diligently to improve the facilities and programs available to its students! Up next? An upgraded and re-designed technology, CNC... Read More →