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April 2009 (Click here to see our member ribbon cuttings!)
"Chamber Chatter"

Happy April from the Brookfield Chamber of Commerce…I must say that the visitors to my new office are triple what I had on the North side of town. Maybe it’s the parking…I don’t know, but it’s nice. If you’ve been waiting for that new Brookfield phone book…I have them….hundreds of them, so please…come get all you need. It’s almost Earth Day (April 22nd)…and I hope everyone will think a little bit harder about Reduce, Reuse & Recycle. Our recycling trailer at Wal-Mart was overfull on Saturday…That’s so great. Next month the dates are May 6th-13th. Happy Birthday to Zack (my only Grandson who is almost 9!!!)

The 2009 Annual Chamber Banquet & Auction, along with the BAGP Citizen of the Year Awards were held on Thursday, April 2nd at the Brookfield Elks Club. Our 2 scholarships of $250 each were awarded to Skylar Billingsley & Emily Luckert. The BAGP Citizens of the Year Awards went to Heather York in the Youth Category…Jim & Jeff Elliott in Philanthropy…The Sesquicentennial Committee for Leadership…and Comfort Living for Entrepreneurship. A special award called “Reconnecting Brookfield” was awarded to Gary & Janice Merritt for their outstanding revival of the old Thompson & Cooks Building. The Chamber honors went to the Immaculate Conception Church, the City of Brookfield, and the Brookfield Post Office…all 150 years young!!! The Annual Banquet & Auction is the Chambers largest fundraiser of the year and over $6600 was raised. Our best ever!!! Thank you to all who made it possible. The many caring individuals & businesses that purchased tickets and donated the auction items. And to you all that bought the Auction items. You may not think much about it, but without these caring people in our wonderful town of Brookfield the Chamber would not be able to sponsor the many events we do all year. My many thanks to you all!!!

Chamber Lunch was held today at “A Step Back in Time”. Our speaker was Julie Johnson from The Linn County Historical Society/Museum. She had much to tell about this wonderful new addition to Brookfield. Remember you are always welcome to join us the 3rd Wed. of each month…the food is great & the speakers are always informative. May 20th will be the last Chamber lunch till we resume in September.

Two Ribbon Cutting’s will be held this week. Thursday, April 16th @ 10:30 a.m. we will have a ribbon cutting at Tony’s Family Restaurant. Tony Lake is the new owner of the former Blue Dog Inn. Tony was previously the manager of the Blue Dog and before that the manager of the Martin House Restaurant (before fire). Friday, April 17th @ 1 p.m. we will have a Ribbon Cutting at the Martin House Motel. The new owners are Terry & Diane Zwirn from Atlanta, Georgia and their manager Doug Bliss from Randolph, Iowa. They have been remodeling for the past few months and are ready to show off their labors. Please stop by and welcome our new businesses.

A Ribbon Cutting will also be held Thursday, April 30th to celebrate the re- grand opening of the newly expanded Safari Salon & Laser. Randall Stonger now has 2 buildings, 100 & 106 North Main Street doing business as Safari Salon & Laser and has moved his offices upstairs in the Francis Building. He is one more business seeing the value in turning the upper floors into office/living space… Safari Salon will also host a Chamber Mixer the same Thursday evening from 5-8 p.m. along with an Open House continuing thru Friday & Saturday.

The Linn County Historical Society is soliciting items for the Sesquicentennial Museum. They are looking to set up 3 rooms, a 1950's-1960's kitchen, an 1800’s period bedroom, and a parlor of the early 1900's, along with items that fit into those categories. If anyone has any item they would loan or donate, please call Barbara Rusk @ 258-5670, Shirley Hagan @ 258-2456, or Sharon Howell @ 258-7138. They are also interested in vintage clothing, a model train and other railroad memorabilia, antique toys, and a doll collection. They will not actually set up the museum until July, but need to know what people are willing to donate. The Sesquicentennial Museum will be in the old 4-Seasons building next to Elliott Jewelry.

Tracy Lawrence Concert tickets (July 25th) are now on sale. The ticket price is $20 for general admission (non refundable). They are available at all Brookfield Banks, Brookfield Chamber of Commerce, Cupp Wallace CPA, DeVoy Baker Ins. and Smith Motor. Soon there will be a PayPal link on the Sesquicentennial website to purchase tickets and sesquicentennial souvenirs.

The KEY Task Force is meeting this Thursday April 16th @ 3:05 p.m., right after school, in the basement of the Early Childhood building to finalize the Skate Park plans. Anyone interested in helping these young people please make plans to attend. They have several activities to plan for this summer.

Linn County Community Chorus practices will begin this Thursday April 16th, @ 7 p.m., at the Trinity Fellowship Center for a once in a lifetime performance to help kick off the Sesquicentennial celebration on July 19th, 2 p.m., at the Park Baptist Fellowship Center. Everyone who loves to sing is invited to join the Chorus!

The First Christian Church Relay for Life Team will be having a Garage/Bake sale on Friday April 17th from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday April 18 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m.. All proceeds go to benefit the American Cancer Society. You can call Pam Lain @ 258-2253 for info.

Brookfield’s City Wide Garage Sale is this Saturday April 18th (it can also be Friday) and is hosted by the Linn County Leader. To sign up your garage sale, call 258-7237.

The Bookstore of Brookfield is having a sidewalk sale from 10am-3pm this Saturday during Brookfield’s City Wide garage Sale. Just to add a personal remark…Last week we had a Chillicothe business looking at buildings in hopes of expanding to our downtown area. He remarked how wonderful it was that Brookfield had a bookstore and how long it had been since there was one in Chillicothe. Yes, we are so lucky that Rhonda & Calvin chose our community to call home.

Safari Salon is having a re-Grand Opening on April 30th, May 1st and 2nd. They have finished new renovations at the shop and have added new services, including Air Brush Nails and the Body Wrapping which has been very successful to this point. They are also doing a "Simply Serenity Package" which includes 5 hours of services, including, a 30 minute massage, body wrap, manicure/pedicure, cut and style, eyebrow and lip wax, and a facial makeover. This includes LUNCH!!! Nice Mothers Day present.

Tri County Shrine Club is hosting a Craft & Flea Market Saturday, May 2nd at the Linn County 4-H Fairgrounds from 8am-5pm. Admission is $1.00 which also entitles you entry into a raffle of donated vendor items. Crafters call Dean @ 258-7149 to sign up.

Smith Auctioneers is having an Auction at the Betty Allen Estate on May 2nd. What makes this so interesting is the large amount of Brookfield memorabilia (postcards, phone books, calendars) along with Burlington/Northern Railroad memorabilia and Vintage Clothing.

Brookfield Farmers Market is almost here!!! The season kicks off 8 am-Noon, Saturday May 2nd and continues till October 31st. All growers are welcome…just call the chamber office to get the info!!! It went over so well last year that the 2nd Saturday of each month is again “Customer Appreciation Day”… free hotdogs & entertainment at Tormey Park. Come join us, we’d love to have you... Harlan Miller will be back again with his beautiful hanging baskets along with new vegetable grower Dan Helmuth and wife Laura with her home baked goodies. Last year’s favorite tomatoes grower, Doug Elliott & his 4 daughters have expanded their garden this year to bring us even more fresh vegetables & berries. Smokey Boyles is ready to go with her “Fruity Peppers” jalapeno jellies and homemade jams along with new Candle maker Julie Maher and long timer Frances Smith…cake baker extraordinaire. And this is before I’ve advertised. Yes, it’s going to be a good year… Join us in making our 4th year the best year ever!!!

Quinn Lumber has redesigned their counter area at the Lumberyard. I can’t wait to see it!!!

Linn County Historical Society is having a bake sale on Friday, May 8th at Wal-Mart.

Masonic Motorcycle Association is hosting the “1st Annual Ceirney’s Ride for Rett Syndrome” on Saturday May 9th. The festivities include a 100 mile ride, motor cycle rally, crafts, food & lots of fun at the South City Park ending with a Benefit Concert with Country Singer/Songwriter “Kevin Black.” Concert will be held at the Brookfield High School Gym @ 7:30. Tickets are $10 per person/children 5 & under free. Advance tickets for sale at Dick’s Auto Sales or get at the door. Crafters are invited to set up at South City Park during the Rally from 1:30-5:30. Call the Chamber to sign up.

The Brookfield Country Club & YMCA will be hosting an Open Charity Golf Tournament Saturday, May 9th @11am. Pre-register by May 6th. 4 man teams at $50 per man. Auction following the Tournament. For more info call the Pro Shop @ 258-7802.

Brookfield Summer Fun Days is June 4,5,6 & 7. The Carnival will be Thursday (arm band night), Friday, & Saturday (arm band afternoon). Thursday Night is also the Queen Contest with Jennifer Ludington as the co-coordinator. You can call her @ 348-8556. Farrel Hahn & his Variety Band will play Friday night at the Gazebo and the car cruise will also be that night. Of course Saturday is the SFD’s Parade, Merchants Sidewalk Sales, YMCA’s 5 & 10 K run, Car Show, Baby Show, Petting Zoo, Arts & Crafts Festival, Lawn Mower Races, Little Toot Toot Train, Skate Board demonstrations, and Talent Show. We have a new Motorcycle Show this year hosted by “Widow’s Sons Masonic Riding Association”. Something else that’s new...“Remedy Drive” young Christian Rock Band, will be playing at the Park Baptist Church Fellowship Hall Saturday evening at 7pm. We wrap up the weekend with the Fishing Contest on Sunday. More is being added…I’ll keep you posted!!!

Brookfield Sesquicentennial is July 20th thru the 26th. Monday, July 20—Heritage Day Tuesday, July 21—Good Neighbor Day…Wednesday, July 22—Patriotic Day…Thursday, July 23—Railroad and Transportation Day…Friday, July 24—School Days (Alumni Day)…Saturday, July 25—Agriculture Day…and Sunday, July 26—Religious Day. What a schedule of events going on every single day. Not for profit & fundraising groups are invited to sign up to work the Sesquicentennial food tent. 6 people per 5 hour shift will be needed. You will share in the profits of the entire week. This is the only food booth. Please call the chamber to get on the list. Click here for a schedule of events.

The “Great Pershing Balloon Derby” will be held September 3rd-7th this year and Oktoberfest in the Park will be October 3rd.

Brookfield is really hopping and I smell great change in the air!!! If you have any questions on anything in the Chamber Chatter, just call the chamber office @ 258-7255 or e-mail chamber@brookfieldmochamber.com. We are here to assist you and our community in any way we can. Thanks for reading “CHAMBER CHATTER”!!!

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