WELCOME NEW CHAMBER MEMBER!: Ag Pro Insurance Agency, Inc. Ag Pro is a full service crop insurance agency. We sell MPCI, Crop Hail, Replant and PRF Rainfall Coverages. Please contact us so we can protect your farm. 1312 N 2ND, Clinton, MO 660-885-6366 agproagency@embarqmail.com
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The Game Box and the Clinton Chamber held a ribbon-cutting at the new location for The Game Box. Congratulations and best of luck in your new “Dungeon”. We are a family-owned game store that buy, sells, and trades cards, table top games, and RPGs 1717 E. Ohio St., Clinton, MO (behind Wendy’s and Subway)
(660) 383-1800 TheGameBox247@outlook.com thegamebox.tcgplayerpro.com
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Be sure to like https://www.facebook.com/oldeglorydays and you’ll know exactly what’s going on when we get to the first of July this year.
How would you like to be a vendor during Olde Glory Days? Lots of people do it. Businesses, churches, food, drinks, crafters, non-profits…the list is long right now and getting longer! We do have room for you, however. Our cutoff date to accept vendors is June 21st. For all the details, just call 660-885-8166, email david@clintonmo.com or joyce@clintonmo.com, or stop by 200 South Main Street.
Here is the link to share the OGD shirts:
C Squared Embroidery & Screenprinting
116 South Main
Clinton, MO 64735
660-885-2447
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Jobs Mo Gov·Are you interested in expanding your knowledge and skills? To learn more about online learning and training courses that are available at no cost, visit https://bit.ly/3U3YgGl
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Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce–Be sure to check out our community calendar at https://clintonmo.com/clinton-chamber-of-commerce/calendar/
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Steak Night or AYCE Boiled Shrimp at GV Eagles Clinton May 31 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm DETAILS Golden Valley Eagles 723 N 3rd St Enjoy and dance to the sounds of Cross Fire South. Food from 5 till 8pm, dance from 6 till 10pm. Open to the public.
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Clinton Schools OPPORTUNITIES TO SUPPORT STUDENTS Saturday, June 8, you have 2 opportunities to support Clinton High School students!
Come enjoy a Biscuit and Gravy Breakfast at the Elks Lodge to support our Clinton FBLA students who will be competing in the national FBLA competition later this month in Orlanda, FL. Then, stop by Meadow Lake Country Club to play some golf, bid on some auction items, and more, all while supporting the CHS Cheer Team! Thanks in advance for helping support our Cardinals! Details at https://www.facebook.com/ClintonMO/
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Make plans to come to the Clinton Square from 4 to 7pm this Saturday June 8th! Not only will you see awesome hot rods, classics and collector cars you will also see some of the coolest bicycles in History! See Schwinn Krate Bikes, the hot rod of bikes, see rare one of a kind bikes and collector bikes from all over!! Skipper Buckley and his friends are sure to have some of the coolest bikes on display!
Bring a chair, and come hungry as Paw Paw D’s Tenderloins & Smashburgers, TLC Smoke House BBQ, Lake Life Shaved Ice, Wild Crunchy Cravings freeze dried snacks & Mo’s Fabulous Desserts will all be on hand to satisfy your hunger!
Cruise to Clinton Cruise Night is a cruise-in held on the Clinton, MO Square, from 4pm till 7pm on the 2nd Saturday of the month from May thru October. Plenty of shade and parking available, with food vendors on site and a DJ playing music and giveaways. After several cruise nights there will be an actual short cruise. All rides welcome…50/50 raffle…For all the details, check out Clinton Cruise Night on Facebook or email mattwray1968@gmail.com.
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Cardinal Cheerleading is at Meadow Lake Golf Club. With summer starting for our Cardinals, we wanted to remind everyone of our biggest event of the year!! The 16th Annual CHS Cheerleading Golf Tournament and Silent Auction are coming up. If you would like to sign your team up, copy the link below and register today! With two different tee times, welcoming gifts, the chance to win the cash prizes, and incredible auction baskets; there is no reason to miss it!! June 8th.
https://forms.gle/XMioY6Po9uHbd5Jb7 – registration link!
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We invite you to join us for a day On the Farm Saturday, June 8th from 8:30-2:30. On the Farm is an annual craft and artisan market, hosted by Rustic Bridges. This event features vendors from all around Missouri who will have their handcrafted products available for you to shop. If you’re looking for vintage home decor, handcrafted tables, custom & repurposed items, homemade candles, soaps, 4th of July decor, wood turned bowls, fresh local honey, tumblers, fresh local salsas, jams & jellies, boutique fashion, handcrafted jewelry, and so much more come spend the day with us! There’s something for the whole family, from kids crafts, face painting, a bounce house, corn hole, yard checkers and many other activities. Love live music, we’ve got you covered, enjoy the amazing folk style and storytelling tunes of the Trio Luehrman, Shaffer, & Williams. There are two food trucks on site, fresh kettle corn, cupcakes, cookies and many more treats. Open air shopping, live music, food and family fun. Parking and entry are free so come enjoy a day with us On the Farm. 377 Ne 500 Road, Calhoun.
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Clinton Historic Half Marathon & 5K for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Henry County Saturday, June 15, 2024 Half Marathon at 7 AM 5K at 7:30 AM 200 W. Franklin St., Clinton, MO A great cause…All proceeds go to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Henry County. Historic Sites…Anheuser-Busch Building, Artesian Park, and the Historic Downtown Clinton Square. Free Race T-shirt…All runners receive a commemorative t-shirt. Finisher’s Medal…A keepsake to mark your achievement. Cash prizes…Cash prizes, age awards, and more swag will be given. 660-383-1121.
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Calling all those concerned about child care options or the future of your child care business? Join a research focus group to explore new options.
S I T U A T I O N
Family providers are the bulk of our childcare workforce. Yet they operate as individual small businesses. One or two people shoulder the heavy management, finance, and regulatory load.
W H A T I F?
Could cooperative approaches help? Opportunities include:
· Shared Services like Paperwork processing or Group purchasing
· New Revenue like Employer contracts or Public funding streams
· Mutual Support like Capacity building or Programming
Meet with us at an upcoming event. Attend a session online.
We would love to hear from family care providers to understand how these cooperative approaches might or might not work for your business.
We welcome your thoughts about:
· Organizing a childcare cooperative
· Converting a retiring operation
· Adding cooperative elements
Choose your preferred time for a virtual focus group
· Saturday, June 15 at 9:00am-10:00pm
Use this Google Form to Sign-up at https://bit.ly/Childcare-Focus-Group
We will email you zoom link.
Contact for more information; Patty Cantrell New Growth pcantrell@newgrowthmo.org or Sarah Kennedy
University of Missouri Extension skennedy@missouri.edu
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Workshop Credit as an Asset. Access and understand credit reports…Learn how to build or rebuild your credit…Talk to a Certified Credit Specialist. Tuesday, June 18th, 11:30-1 at SFCC, 1701 North 2nd Street in Clinton. 417-282-5936 ww.newgrowthmo.com.
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The Pediatric Place · the day has finally come. The Pediatric Place is delighted to extend a heartfelt invitation to join us in commemorating the grand opening of our Autism & Neurodevelopment Center. We invite all to join us on June 21st from 10 am to 1 pm, where we will showcase the state-of-the-art center, the range of exceptional services we offer, and introduce you to our dedicated and compassionate staff. We hope to see you there!
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The 2nd annual Olde Glory Days Disc Golf Tournament is scheduled for Sat. June 22, at Artesian Park. Sign up at 8 a.m. at Shelter #4 or on-line. It is for all levels, Amateur and Pro. Play or just come out to watch. Questions? Call the director Russ at 417 818 7165. Or use www.discgolfmonkey.com. Sponsored by the Clinton Chamber of Commerce and the Tourism Association.
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Survival House’s 4th Annual Ride to Survive will be June 22nd. Starting location will be the American Legion in Warrensburg, 733 East Young Ave. Registration at 9am, last bike out at 10:30am. Awards at 3pm at Fitters.
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Second Annual Chicken Dinner. A Henry Co. Historical Society Fundraiser. Sat., June 22nd. Delozier Building (NW corner of the Clinton Square). Chicken provided by Jim Kalberloh, former owner of The Landmark Restaurant. Variety Show; Big MO Productions. Cash bar provided. Doors open at 5, dinner at 5:30 and the show at 6:30.
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You’re invited to the MO State Tractor Pullers Assoc. Truck and Tractor Pull June 22nd beginning at 7pm at the Henry Co. Fairgrounds in Clinton. Admission for adults is $15…$5 for kids 5 to 10…and those under 4 get in free. Alcohol will be served on the grounds, however, no coolers allowed. There will be five classes for the tractor pull with three classes for the truck pull. The MSTPA Truck and Tractor Pull…June 22nd at 7pm at the Henry Co. Fairgrounds in Clinton.
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Help Clinton FBLA go to the National Leadership Conf. in Orlando, FL June 28-July 3. Six students from CHS will compete and be able to connect with FBLA members across the world, attend workshops, and compete against others. They are expecting the trip to be around $13,000. If you can donate, email sharp@clintoncardinals.org or kdehaan@clintoncardinals.org. Clinton FBLA, 1106 South 2nd Street Clinton, MO 64735
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31st ANNUAL AG-APPRECIATION SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSOR: CLINTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Meadow Lake Golf Club SATURDAY, July 20, 2024 Format: 4 person Scramble
Entry Fee $280.00 PER TEAM includes games SHOTGUN START—8:30 AM
CASH PRIZES PAY BACK 4 places for 2 flights over $1800.00 in cash paid out. *based on 18 teams, subject to change.
SPONSOR YOUR OWN TEAM OR YOU AND YOUR PARTNER WILL BE PAIRED WITH ANOTHER TWOSOME
CONTESTS:
Closest to the Pin Contest
Longest Putt
Most Accurate Drive
Poker Draw
PROCEEDS GO TOWARD SCHOLARSHIPS LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED
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Soul Survivor Camp is a youth day camp in the Artesian Park for kids ages 8 to 14. July 29 through August 2, 8am to 5pm. Kids will have a fun week in the park with fun and games, crafts, swimming, Bible studies, sports and much more. This is a free event and lunch is included. Sponsored by area churches. For more information contact Debbie Glasscock at 660-885-2909
Link to register: https://firstbaptist.churchcenter.com/regi…/events/2291388
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