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

I’m so glad it’s March….Winter is over (oh, don’t let me jinx us)...Ryan Jacobs has painted our old flower pots (they look so good) and the Heartland Master Gardeners are getting ready to plant them…The Snowflake banners will switch to Flowers and big Suns…and the trees are starting to bud. Well…these are sure signs that we have made it to Spring!!! Let me wish a Happy Birthday to “Khloie” Granddaughter #2 who is 3 this month!!! And now I better get started, so much news.

Brookfield’s Recycling Program has been a big hit. The trailer filled to overflowing before the week was up and had to be emptied. Hope Haven will set up its recycling trailer at the NW corner of the Wal-Mart parking lot again next month from April 8th-15th. Another chance to recycle will be March 26th at “Bright Beginnings” (pre-school by Brookfield Elementary). They accept most everything (from what I understand), and the proceeds go to help buy equipment for the school. Also Senate Bill 40 accepts all clothing, shoes, purses, aluminum and used household electronics. What they can’t use in the Senate Bill 40 store they take to Laclede and recycle. Let’s not forget that Green Hills Recyclers in Laclede accepts used motor oil, car & truck batteries, computers, TV’s (hey, nobody wants tv’s) along with the full recycling line of metals, paper, plastic, clothes, shoes etc. NO Glass though. I’m still looking for a glass recycler. It’s great to know that so many people in our community are recycling!!!

Chamber Lunch was held today at “A Step Back in Time”. Our speaker was City Manager, Dave Hane who explained all about the water/sewer bond issue that is on the ballot for April 7th. It was not only very important information but very interesting. You are always welcome to join us the 3rd Wed. of each month…the food is great & the speakers are always informative. Next month Chamber lunch is on April 15th.

Ribbon Cutting will be held at the “Best Rest Motel” formerly Brookfield Pines, on Thursday (Mar. 19th) @ 10am. Owners & new Chamber Members, Helen & Joe Barone moved here last March from Farmington, Missouri. They have spent the last year redecorating the motel and would love to show it off. Join us this Thursday!!!

Brookfield Early Education Program (BEEP) & the Parents as Teachers Program is hosting Children’s singer & songwriter, Jim Cosgrove “Mr. Stinky Feet” on Thurs. March 19th at 6:30pm in the Brookfield Elem. Gym. This is a free concert for families with children birth to kindergarten. Make plans to attend this group meeting—You will enjoy the music and learn so much about how music is a learning tool for your child!!

Last chance to make your nomination for the Citizen of the Year awards in “Youth”, “Leadership”, “Entrepreneurship” and “Philanthropy”. These awards will be given at the Annual Chamber Banquet & Auction on April 2nd. Nominations are due by Friday, March 20. Contact the IDA office at 258-7278.

Tracy Lawrence Concert (July 25th) tickets go on sale Friday, March 20, 2009. The ticket price is $20 for general admission (non refundable). They will be available at all Brookfield Banks, Brookfield Chamber of Commerce, Cupp Wallace CPA, DeVoy Baker Ins. and Smith Motor or send a check payable to:

Brookfield Sesquicentennial Corporation
Attn: Concert Committee
P.O. Box 231 Brookfield MO 64628
(Be sure to enclose a self addressed stamped envelope for return of your tickets)

Brookfield National Education Assoc. (NEA) is hosting “March Madness Trivia Night” on Friday, March 20th at the Brookfield High School Conference Room starting at 7pm (doors open at 6pm). 1st place cash prize and fun for all…For more info call 258-2159.

The Jubilee Belles will have a dress swap at the Catholic School basement Saturday, March 21st from 12-3pm.

Linn County Historical Society-Museum will be having a Soup & Pie lunch at the Catholic School basement Saturday, March 21st , 11AM to 2PM. Also there will be an indoor garage sale same location from 9:00-2:30.

Sears has changed its name to “Sears Hometown Stores” and in honor of this they are having a month long celebration. Also this weekend is “Senior’s Weekend”. Friday thru Sunday, March 20-22, seniors 60 years & older get an even bigger savings!!!!

Brookfield Public Library will be having a computer class on emailing, Tuesday, March 24th @4PM, please sign up at library.

Junk & Disorderly will be holding their live Auction March 27th at 6:30. You need to bring your sellables by Wed. the 25th. Contact Tammy in advance @ 660-973-6220.

Southside Equipment is celebrating their 25th Anniversary with an “Open House” on March 27th & 28th. Stop by and see Chad & the gang.

Smith Auctioneers is having their annual Spring Consignment Equipment Auction at 502 S. State, on March 28th at 9:30 a.m. This may be the first auction in Brookfield to broadcast with live bidding on the internet. Go to www.proxibid.com/smithauctioneers to see the catalog.

Safari Salon has added “Body Wrapping”, “Ear Candling” & “Air Brush Nail Painting” to the long list of services they already offer. They have also expanded their hours… M-F 9-7, Sat 9-5 & Sun 1-5.

Bowden’s Decorating is now handling carpet sales and installation along with wallpaper, custom picture frames, artist supplies, etc. Ives has his Grandson working in the store and I see new ideas blossoming!!! Hey, change is good!!!

VFW Post 4557 is still holding breakfast on Saturday mornings. (I ate there this past Saturday and it was delicious)…This is a fundraiser for the VFW and your attendance would be appreciated. Saturday mornings starting at 6am…located at 114 E. Wood Street. Cost is a free will donation.

The 2009 Annual Chamber Banquet & Auction, along with the BAGP Citizens of the Year Awards will be held on Thursday, April 2nd at the Brookfield Elks Club with Social Hour & Silent Auction starting at 6pm with music by Farell Hahn and his Band and Dinner catered by Stan Monnig at 7pm. The Silent Auction begins at 6PM with Smith Auctioneers conducting the Oral Auction after Dinner. Besides the presentation of the BAGP Citizens of the Year Awards we will be honoring the Immaculate Conception Church, the City of Brookfield, and the Brookfield Post Office…all 150 years old!!! The Banquet & Auction is the Chambers largest fundraiser of the year, so please plan on attending. Chamber Board members are out selling tickets or you can call the Chamber Office @ 258-7255. This special event is open to all, tickets are only $25 and it is always a fun night.

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

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...Help us make our 4th year the best year ever!!!

Brookfield Summer Fun Days are 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 coordinator. 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!!!

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

Boy…we have a lot of stuff happening in Brookfield. There are 6 full days of events already scheduled for the Sesquicentennial, but you’ll have to go to the website to read about that. Any questions just call the chamber office @ 258-7255 or e-mail chamber@brookfieldmochamber.com. The website has new additions to the members pages. An alphabetical Member listing and a ribbon cutting page. The Chamber is here to assist in bettering our community in any way we can.

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