Bloomfield, Missouri - Local businessman, Norman Harty, made a considerable donation of $125,000 to the Bloomfield Public Library for a major overall. On Saturday, June 25th the Bloomfield Public Library was officially dedicated with an Open House that included Missouri Lt. Governor Peter Kinder giving the address.
The library was already full of material and well organized, but one had to go from room to room to find their reading materials. Now there is plenty of room for their Children's Story Hour and Summer Reading Program with a open floor plan. It just has that open feel along with the stained hard wood floors and stacks and stack of books.
There is now a newly designed work state for the librarian and eleven separate computer work stations.
Bloomfield Mayor Bill Aslin spoke to the guests first giving much credit to Librarian Linda Meyers for her contribution during the renovation project. Jim Mayo, Stars & Stripes Museum and an expert on Stoddard county history gave a brief overview of the beginnings of the Bloomfield Public Library.
"Twelve women formed a book club and met every week," commented Mayo. "and it all began in the early 1900s. They called themselves The Round Dozen."
Peter Kinder spoke on the accomplishments of Mr. Harty. "Many if not most of Norman Harty's good works have gone unheralded, without a ceremony as we see here today," Kinder said. "in the 35 years that I have known him, he has been extremely generous in many areas for many causes."
"He comes from good stock and people who looked you in the eye and dealt with you humbly and honestly," continued Kinder. "His character is demonstrated in not only his business dealings, but in his lifetime works. He is repeatedly helped his fellow man."
Harty followed Kinder in a brief address with these words, "Bloomfield has a very proactive Library Board and saw this renovation to completion. I thank Mr. Mayo for working behind the scenes and I think contractor Jim Gingerich for his work as well." Harty had a vision to better the community of Bloomfield and through his generosity he was able to fund this project. He ended with, "It is never too late to further educate yourself."
Congratulations to the Bloomfield Public Library. If you haven't had a chance to see their new furnishings, shelving, floors, and computer stations stop by at 200 W. Seneca.
Shown in the photo from left to right: Lt. Governor Peter Kinder, Norman Harty, and Billy Pat Wright, representing the office of Senator Doug Libla.
Bloomfield, Missouri - Lt. Governor Peter Kinder will be on hand to mark the Open House and dedicate the remodeling of the Bloomfield Public Library. The event will be held on Saturday, June 25th from 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Local businessman Norman Harty made possible the renovations with his generous monetary donation and will be on hand to mark the dedication.
A tour of the library will be provided by library personnel and refreshments will also be served.
The public is invited and encouraged to attend. The Bloomfield Library is located at 200 W. Seneca Street. For more information call the library at (573) 568-3626.
Bloomfield, Missouri - The members of the Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Wyatt's One Stop.
They are located at 17841 State Highway AA.
Pictured from left to right are: Larry Opinsky, Karen Griffin, Goldie DeGroot (Chamber President), Rashena Wyatt, Marty Wyatt, Tina Buchheit, Sue Mayo, and Jim Mayo.
Bloomfield, Missouri - Members of the Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for new member Jacob Goodin Auction Services.
They are located at 21096 St. Hwy 25 in Bloomfield. You can reach Jacob Goodin for all your auction needs at (573) 979-1305.
Shown in the photo from left to right are: Jim Mayo, Sue Mayo, Goldie DeGroot, Ashley Goodin holding Sam Goodin, Finley Goodin, Jacob Goodin, Tina Bucheit, Marty Wyatt, Rashena Wyatt, and Larry Opinsky.
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Bloomfield, Missouri - The Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce held their annual Chamber Awards Banquet on Friday, April 29th.
Jason Williams, Vice-President of the Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce, presented the 2016 Organization of the Year Award to the Bloomfield Wildcats Basketball Team.
Coach Karnes and his team had 28 wins and 5 losses this season. They won the Bernie High School Basketball Invitational Tournament and the Stoddard County Athletic Association Tournament. They also finished fourth in the Missouri State Class 2 Basketball Tournament at the Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Missouri.
Coach Karnes was named "Coach of the Year" and Noah Vandiver was named "Player of the Year" by the SCAA Coaches.
Congratulations Wildcats!
Shown in the photo from left to right are: Jason Williams, VP of Chamber, Tyler Trover, Asst. Coach, Jason Karnes, Head Coach, Goldie DeGroot, President of Chamber, Tyler Battles, Caleb Pulley, Dallas Monroe, Cameron Pulley, Noah Vandiver, Jacob Hector, Kyle Anderson, Austin Phillips, Alex Gibbs, Austin Bond, Tim Hector, Peyton Bell, and Nathan Newell.
