Tim Latham and Joe Paulsen purchased a nearly-forgotten building at the 100 block of 2nd Street SE for re-hab into a reception hall and events venue to add to the growing revival of the downtown area. Tim Latham is a long-time Mason City realtor, owner of Furniture Mattress Outlet and volunteer in the city’s North End. Joe Paulsen is owner of Kleen Sweep construction. The hot-spot is dubbed “The M
ain Event”. The building at 112 2nd Street SE underwent a substantial investment after sitting for roughly 15 years as a small warehouse and falling into disrepair. The vision of the two long-time friends and business partners was to offer a fun and exciting venue for wedding receptions, parties, gatherings, bands/concerts and any other occasion requiring the amenities and features the Main Event offers. The Main Event will seat up to 200 (chairs only) and could accommodate more. It is handicap accessible with a comfortable, carpeted ramp to the event room. The venues feature a bar (with its own liquor license), audio visual equipment, lounge, stage, brand new men’s and women’s restrooms, changing rooms, tables, chairs and other amenities – everything needed accept the catering. Newly-paved sidewalks have been installed, with a new asphalt parking lot (other nearby parking includes public lots just a short distance away). The building also features a new facade, landscaping, new sprinkler system and HVAC, to go with new woodwork, flooring, etc.
