Office staff, board now in ‘Mayfest mode’

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The Perryville Area Chamber office staff and board of directors are in full Mayfest mode! We are so excited to get to celebrate our Hometown Heroes and the Perry County Bicentennial. Our schedule is nearly complete. Wednesday, May 5 begins our Mayfest Carnival located on the American Legion Parking Lot and runs through Saturday, May 8. Carnival ticket pre-sales have begun and will continue through Tuesday, May 4, at noon. You can purchase them at the Chamber office, the Bank of Missouri bypass location, First State Community Bank, Rozier’s Hallmark and Enterprise Bank. Mother’s Day weekend will kick off with the parade beginning at 6 p.m. Friday night traveling from City Park, down East Sainte Marie and left on Main Street. Parade entry winners will be announced on the Stage (Downtown Plaza) at the end of Parade. You can get your parade application on the Mayfest Facebook page or at the Chamber office.
Our Friday night entertainment is the Deuce Denninger Band. Starting at 7 p.m., there will be a Rotary Washer Tournament, great food and drinks.
Saturday festivities begin at 9 a.m. with our Craft Fair hosting over 100 vendors. Kickin Kountry will be on our Main Stage from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The American Homes Realty Diaper Derby will be in front of the stage at 10 a.m. Bring your little ones and sign up that day. The Intention Band will be on the stage from 7 to 11 p.m. The washer tournament starts at 5 p.m. Come out and spend the day shopping, enjoying good food, listening to music and celebrating our Hometown Heroes and the Bicentennial.
Beginning Thursday evening, May 6, be aware of street closings and no parking. Signs will be put up earlier in the week to let you know when the streets will be closed and when the no parking takes effect. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and patience.
Our Mayfest Tab comes out on April 29, please check it out for schedule of events, map of the square, articles and our awesome sponsors!! Your dedication and support of the Mayfest, the Chamber and the Perryville Community is appreciated and we hope you have a wonderful time.

The new t-shirts are in!! See our Facebook page and Instagram. Come into the office to get yours today!
Leadership Perryville Industry Day organized by Scott Sattler is next Tuesday and all are looking forward to this great experience.
The Chamber will be announcing the winners of our $500 scholarships at the Honors Banquet on Sunday, April 25. If you are a junior and want to get a head start on eligibility for the Chamber scholarships, you can volunteer anytime to count toward your 2022 application. Call the office to schedule a time to volunteer.
Please mark your calendar for the fifth Xquisite Women’s Leadership Conference scheduled for September 16 and 17. This event will take place at the Robinson Event Center.
Need a map, phone book or information for fun in Perry County or a day trip to a surrounding area? We have the information for you in the office located on the square.
If you are not a chamber member yet, remember that we have avenues to promote, network and referrals. New members can get visibility through a ribbon cutting, member to member e-mails and sponsorships. We encourage all Perry County businesses to be a member of the Chamber of Commerce. We look forward to working with you and supporting you and your business.
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.