WEEKLY UPDATE FROM THE GREATER CLINTON-AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE/BY DAVID LEE-DIRECTOR: 3/8/24

The Clinton Chamber of Commerce and our Ambassadors Committee are hosting a Legislative Luncheon on Monday, March 18th at the Elks Lodge Banquet Room from 11:00am (that’s when serving begins) until 1pm. We will start the program around 11:30 and if you are still eating, that’s certainly no problem. We will have Clinton Mayor Moberly, Henry Co. Presiding Commissioner Stone, MO Gov. Parson, a rep. for U.S. Sen. Schmitt, MO Sen. Crawford, and MO Rep. Kalberloh. Find out what is happening in Washington D.C. and here in MO. There may be time for a short ‘question and answer session’ and/or a time to speak individually with each presenter if they are available after the event. The cost for the luncheon will be $15 and those tickets are on sale now. There will be sub sandwiches, soup, salad, dessert, and drink. Just call or email YOUR Chamber to reserve your tickets (660-885-8166 or joyce@clintonmo.com) by mid-day Monday (3/11). We certainly hope you plan on attending this event March 18th to hear from our elected officials talking about a variety of subjects. Seating will be limited. This is open to the public.

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Dear Friends of Education:

The Society for Academic Excellence invites students who have achieved a 3.5 or higher grade point average during this school year to be recognized. Last year, 295 students were honored, including 73 graduating seniors who maintained a 3.5 GPA each year throughout high school. In addition, four seniors from Clinton High School and one senior from Clinton Christian Academy received $500 scholarships. We invite you to join other individuals and businesses in the Clinton area to help honor the scholastic achievements of Clinton High School and Clinton Christian Academy students.

This year marks the 36th anniversary of the Academic Excellence Program, all because of our supportive community which has taken an interest in education for the youth within our school districts. Our program this year will be focused on providing a quality experience for our students and an opportunity for the graduating seniors to be recognized with scholarships to encourage furthering their education.

The consistent support of the program from sponsors like you have allowed the Society to provide this recognition for our top performing students and their families. Your contribution of $50.00 as a Silver Sponsor or $100.00 as a Gold Sponsor will benefit the students as they receive their official Academic Excellence medals and ribbons. For your support, you will receive the following:

1. Recognition in the CHS Academic Excellence Ceremony’s program with that ceremony being held on April 17th. CCA includes A.E. as part of their year-end ceremonies, and you will be recognized there as well.

2. Listing as a Silver or Gold sponsor in Chamber of Commerce Facebook posts before and after the CHS and CCA ceremonies.

3. Either a walnut plaque as a first-year sponsor or a 2024 date plate as a returning sponsor.

4. Satisfaction from supporting our youth in Academic Excellence as a partner in education.

Also, many continuing sponsors may need a new plaque for additional year bars. Let the office know when you send your sponsorship. Please make your checks payable to Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce with a memo for Society for Academic Excellence. Checks can be mailed or delivered to the Depot, 200 South Main, Clinton, MO 64735. Your Chamber will also pick up checks if needed. Please respond by April 3rd.

Thank you for your consideration and support of our youth and education.

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Olde Glory Days 2024 will start on July 1st with the annual Veteran’s Dinner. Activities will begin on Wed. evening, July 3rd and continue through Sunday night, July 7th with the fireworks show. Many contracts were signed last fall for this year’s celebration. Musical acts this year include Delisa Dawn and Route 66 Reunion Show…Eastern Heights…Brass Rewind…The Rock Gods…Richard Holmgren’s Flying Debris Show…Kevin Horner Ventriloquist…and the Fishin’ Magicians. Activities will include badges with the chance to win prizes…the carnival…Gospelfest…Kaboom the mascot…office olympics…the parade…t-shirts and caps…toddler tent and bounce house…vendors…and sooo much more from the past and new items for this year.

We just wanted to let you know that the dates have been set, the committee has met, many contracts have been signed and a lot of people will continue to work hard over the next four months to bring you another great Olde Glory Days. 2024 will be our 31st year! More information will be released as the days, weeks and months go by.

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The GVMH Hospice Services team is currently seeking volunteers in Clinton, Warsaw and Windsor. If you would like to learn more about becoming a volunteer, please contact Traci Choate, Hospice Coordinator, at 660.238.2989 or traci.choate@gvmh.org.

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Here’s something you will want to check out! https://www.facebook.com/cityofclintonmo

City of Clinton, MO-Welcome to the City of Clinton’s Official Facebook Page.

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From Jobs Mo Gov-Not sure how to get started with your job search? No matter the reason, we’re here to help. Wherever you are in your job search, our Job Seeker Workspace can provide resources, products, and services to you at no cost! Get started now: https://bit.ly/3x6SRn2

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Heartland Comm. Theatre of Clinton presents “Suite Surrender” March 8th at 7pm, the 9th at 2 and 7pm…March 10th at 2pm. A comedy directed by Karen Switzer. A fast-paced, funny-farce by Michael McKeever. Tickets are $15 and available at the Clinton Chamber of Commerce or at the door before each production. Starring: David Scott, Elaine VonSpreckelsen, Kate French, Becca Fox, Rob Hills, Aubrey Springer, Janet Smith, Sam French and David Lee.

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VFW Post 1894, Clinton MO-FREE VETERAN’S BREAKFAST! Come join us this Saturday, March 9th at the VFW Post 1894 Veteran’s Breakfast, 8-10 AM. All Veterans, Post and Auxiliary members, and family members of Veterans are welcome!

This month’s breakfast is sponsored by Good Shepherd Hospice. Join us for a relaxing morning of fellowship with other Veterans.

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CLINTON SENIOR CENTER,970 E. SEDALIA, CLINTON MO- Here we go again! Lenten Fish Fry. Join us for our next fundraising adventure! Menu will be Perryman’s Fried Fish, Cole slaw, baked beans, hush puppies and dessert. Thanks for your support! March 22nd 5:30

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On March 30th at 1pm, Leeton Medical will celebrate their 5-year anniversary. Clinton VFW Honor Guard will raise the flag on the brand new flagpole. You’re invited. Light snacks and refreshments provided.

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Henry County Museum, Clinton-Exciting News! The Henry County Museum is set to open in April! We’re on the lookout for passionate volunteers to be a part of this incredible journey. Whether you’re a history buff or love your community, we want you! Join us in unlocking the past and making the future a more history-driven place! Interested? Directly message us here, call us at (660)-885-8414, or email us at HCMOmuseum@gmail.com. Let’s make history together!

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Event by Clinton Main Street Downtown Clinton Square – Join us for the Spring Sidewalk Sales in downtown Clinton from Thursday, April 4th through Saturday, April 6th. Downtown businesses will have sales going on, with many marked-down items out on the sidewalks.

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5th Annual Quilt Walk Event by Clinton Main Street Historic Downtown Clinton Square A fun festival for everyone from expert quilters to needle novices, this two-day event includes a trunk show with Laura Piland of Slice of Pi, the designer of the exploding heart, quilt displays all around the Square, and quilt blocks that can be gathered to provide a pattern for a one-of-a-kind quilt! Itinerary for April 5 & 6: 10am – 4pm Free Quilt Walk Event (Register @ WF Quilt Shop 140 W. Jefferson)

12:30 Bed Turning @ the Henry County Museum (203 W. Franklin) 2 PM Slice of Pi Trunk Show @ the Rotary Building (200 W. Franklin)

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Primitive Olde Crow & Winery, LLC – Clinton-Mark your calendars for April 27th. Spring JunkFest Fun for the whole family! Food stalls | Market stalls | Pizza | Winery | Antiques | Local Vendors Music | Bounce house for kids Contact us at 660-885-2051 or email primitiveoldecrowandwinery@gmail.com for vendor information.

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Henry Co. Plant Swap in the Park April 28th 11am till 4pm Artesian Park Come join us at Artesian Park for a day of plant swapping and community! We’ll be located at the large shelter. Bring your extra vegetable and fruit plants, nut trees/bushes, native pollinator plants, houseplants etc to trade. I do ask that if you bring non native species, that they not be aggressive/invasive, ie no invasive bamboo, non native honeysuckle, Euonymus wintercreeper etc. The day of, we’ll set up at 11 am and hopefully be ready to swap by 12 pm. Some guidelines to help things run smoothly: – Essentially it’s potluck style but with the philosophy of only take what you bring. ie If you bring 5, take 5. – All swapping should wait until we officially start at 12 pm to give everyone a chance to finish setting up. – If you don’t have plants to swap but you have things like sourdough or keifer starter, plastic pots, baked goods or other gardening related items, feel free to bring those to trade. – Please make sure all plants are potted up and not hanging loosely with exposed roots. That way we insure their success in their new homes. If anyone wants to volunteer to help stay after and clean up, contact me (Kat McKenzie) I look forward to this and getting to meet new people in the community. Be sure to share this event!

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Event by Mid-Day Optimist Clinton Country Club Save the date for our annual Brunch & Bubbly! Bring your mom, sisters, aunts and girlfriends to enjoy a morning together. There will be mimosas, brunch, silent auction, ELLO links and Rider Smith Entertainment! Sat., May 4th, 10-12pm

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Clinton’s Shop Small Crawl. Sat., May 18th 10 till 4 A group of boutiques, home decor and specialty shops have joined teams to host Clinton’s first ever boutique crawl! Keep your money where your heart is and help support our local community by shopping local and shopping small. How it works: Pick up your passport/map at the first participating business you visit. Get your passport stamped at ALL participating shops. Turn your card in to the last shop you visit and be entered to win CASH prizes! No purchases necessary to be stamped.

1st prize: $500

2nd prize: $300

3rd prize: $200

Winners will be drawn LIVE around 4:30pm on Facebook and in person.

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Just released from the Henry County Mo Fair July 13-20

Events

June 22 – MSTPA Truck & Tractor Pull

July 27 – Demolition Derby

August 16-17 – NEW EVENT Rodeo