Bloomfield, MO - Around 60 southeast Missouri veterans took part in the annual Spring Veterans Fishing Day held at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield on Friday, May 20, 2022.
This event hasn't been held the last two years due to Covid-19, but Tony Curran, commander of the American Legion Post #59 in Dexter and organizer of the event, made sure it returned this year. They will also host one in the fall.
After a few hours of fishing, each veteran and volunteer were treated to a fish fry with all the trimming, including fries, hushpuppies, pickles, onions, and of course dessert.
Bloomfield, MO - The Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce held their monthly meeting on Friday, April 22, 2022 at the First Baptist Church in Bloomfield. Deputy Lori O'Dell, D.A.R.E. Officer, Stoddard County Sheriff's Department was the guest speaker. Food was provided by Southern Bank and catered by Elderland.
She discussed Intruder Training for businesses, the D.A.R.E. Program at the local Stoddard County schools, Crime Prevention in Environmental Design, Women's Safety that Andrew Johnson teaches, and First Impact that John Atkinson teaches. She also passed out Drug Deactivation Kits for people to dispose of prescription pills that are no longer needed.
The Bloomfield Chamber may offer some classes during the summer. They will let everyone know on Facebook when those classes are available and what type of Intruder Training classes will be offered.
Mrs. Sue Mayo, representative from the Bloomfield Action Team (BAT) discussed the current fundraiser available to the public. She has RADA Cutlery available for sale. You can contact her for more information.
Amy Haas, Chamber President, stated that the Farmers Market will begin the first Tuesday in June at the Elderlan Restaurant parking lot on Highway 25 from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Set up is at 3:00 p.m. and no earlier. Contact her if you are interested in having a booth. The Farmers Market is co-sponsored by Ozark Federal Credit Union.
There will not be a May monthly meeting due to so many school functions and graduations. Meetings are typically at noon.
The National Stars and Stripes Museum/Library will be hosting an Easter Egg hunt on Saturday, April 23,2022 at 10:00 am. Too much going on before Easter, well they have you covered. The Easter Bunny just might show up for a few photos as well.
Event for ages 5 and under will be inside of the museum and 6 and up are in the field next to the barn.
There will be over a 1500 eggs this year with 50 special prize eggs.
Bring your kiddos on out and have a fun day at the museum.
The museum will be open from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Bloomfield, MO - The Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce will host their 3rd Annual Turkey Trot 5K and Walk
Amy Haas, President of the Bloomfield Chamber, is also seeking sponsorships for the Struttin' Our Stuffin' t-shirts.
Gold Sponsors are $100 which includes logo and name on the back of the shirt. Silver Sponsors are $50 and features the name on the back of the t-shirt.
Deadline for sponsorship is Monday, November 8, 2021. Please contact Amy at Amy_Haas1@outlook.com or call her at 573-421-2934
The Turkey Trot will be held on Thursday, November 25, 2021.
Early bird special is $20 by Monday, November 8th (t-shirt and medal guaranteed)
After November 9th the entry fee is $25 and shirt and medal not guaranteed, but they will try.
All ages are welcome to participate and if you choose to dress like a turkey that's ok too!
The course begins and ends at the Bloomfield City Park. registration is at 8 a.m. with a start time 8:30 a.m.
Bloomfield, MO - The Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce will host a Trunk or Treat at the Courthouse Square in downtown Bloomfield on Saturday, October 30th from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
This is a safe way to trick-or-treat and children will receive lots of great candy!
If you are a business and want to participate please contact Amy Haas, Bloomfield Chamber President at 573.421.2934
