Chamber wishes teachers, students wonderful year

It is back to school month! The Chamber wishes all students and teachers a wonderful school year. As this year begins, the Chamber’s September Coffee & Connections focuses on each of our schools. They will give us an update on what is in store this school year. The event will take place Thursday, Sept. 9, at the Catalyst Center.
Leadership Perryville for August, Agriculture Day, took us on tours of Davis Farm Supplies, Perryville Pumpkin Farm/Golden Harvest Seeds/Brian Koenig Farms, Perry County Extension and the Voelker Dairy Farm. Agriculture has always been a huge part of Perry County. On a side note, the PC Extension office has a lot of information available to the community. They can help you with agricultural needs, health, cooking, gardening, youth/4-H and much more.
The Perryville Area Chamber of Commerce and Perry County Economic Development Authority’s appreciation golf tournament is quickly approaching. Thanks to our sponsors who help put this event on to give our members a fun day on the golf course. If your business would like to be a Hole sponsor, please contact Scott at the EDA office-573-547-1097. Chamber members- watch your mailbox for your invite. You must return your invite to play and/or enjoy lunch. There are limited spots, so send your reservation in as soon as you receive it.
The fifth Xquisite Women’s Leadership Conference is Thursday and Friday, Sept. 16-17. We still have a few seats left. Check out the Facebook page for all the details or call the office. Our speakers include Melanie Mitro & Katy Ursta co-founders of Chic Influencer, Kelly D’Angelo-Firefighter/Paramedic/MMA Fighter, Taylor Kirn-Human Resource Professional and Brenda Hoehn-Energy Life Coach. Our Thursday evening activities will be announced soon, and you do not want to miss it! It will be a great start to the conference.

Mayfest T-shirts on sale for only $5! Green or gray. We also have ornaments of the Old Burnt Mill, the Faherty House and Court House post cards. Need a map, phone book, information on surrounding areas? Stop in the office and pick them up!
New business in town? You, and all existing businesses, are invited to become Chamber members. We would be happy to host a ribbon cutting for you, just call the office for details. The board of directors and myself welcome the opportunity to have all local businesses as Chamber members. The Perryville Chamber of Commerce began in 1923 with a dedicated Board of Directors and soon we will be celebrating our 100-year anniversary. Our first executive secretary was Viola Blechle who was hired in 1964 and held that position until 1989. She also was instrumental in the development of the Missouri Community Betterment organization. The Chamber office holds a multitude of history in the 58 years of MCB project books.
Stop by the office at #2 W. Ste. Marie St, on the Square, and I would be happy to answer any questions.
Jackie Wengert is the executive director of the Perryville Area Chamber of Commerce. She may be reached by phone at 573-547-6062 or by email at jackie@perryvillemo.com.