Clinton Main Street–To celebrate Historic Preservation Month, Clinton Main Street hosted 4th-grade students from Clinton Intermediate School and Holy Rosary Catholic School on Wednesday, May 1st. The students were given a historical tour to learn about our monuments around the square. They toured the bandstand, the Soldier’s Memorial, the Humane Fountain, and the 9/11 Memorial, and they ended at Henry County Museum, Clinton, Mo., to visit the Dog Trot and the Schoolhouse. Thanks to the Clinton Main Street Board members and volunteers, David Lee at the Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce, the Museum, and the Clinton, Missouri Fire Department for all your help!! *Events like this are made possible with the support of our Downtown Champions and Investors: Hawthorn Bank, Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, Champion Brands, C Squared, Sherman Plumbing & Heating Co., Mills & Son’s Insurance, Hampton Inn, and Equity Bank.
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Mark, Joyce and I met Monday with Jahala Meyer and Abby Tribble, Employment Specialists with Compass Health Network. They told us how IPS (Individual Placement and Support) helps people with mental illness work at regular jobs of their choosing. Compass Health, the Chamber and others are working to help get people into jobs. More on this collaboration in the future.
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Exciting News from the Henry County Museum! We’re thrilled to unveil our new weekly schedule starting next week, packed with engaging content for history enthusiasts like you! Here’s what you can expect:
-Tuesdays: Get ready for exclusive sneak peeks and insider info! We’ll be sharing advertisements for upcoming events, exhibitions, and special promotions, so you’re always in the know about what’s happening.
-Thursdays: Prepare to embark on a journey through time with our brand-new column, “Echoes of History.” Inspired by Kay Miles’ Daily Democrat Column “Bits and Pieces,” where she shared fascinating snippets from days or weeks, we’ll delve into the rich tapestry of our museum’s past. Discover intriguing tidbits, captivating stories, and fascinating photos from our county’s history, all stemming from Kay Miles’ legacy.
-Saturdays: Dive deeper into history with our “Historical Spotlight” series! Every Saturday, we’ll shine a light on significant historical events, providing in-depth context and showcasing captivating photos that bring our county’s history to life.
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Be sure to like https://www.facebook.com/oldeglorydays and you’ll know exactly what’s going on when we get to the first of July this year.
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Jobs Mo Gov·Are you interested in expanding your knowledge and skills? To learn more about online learning and training courses that are available at no cost, visit https://bit.ly/3U3YgGl
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Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce–Be sure to check out our community calendar at https://clintonmo.com/clinton-chamber-of-commerce/calendar/
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The Clinton Technical School Car Show will be held in the Technical School parking lot on Saturday, May 11th, 2024. The proceeds from the show will support students in SkillsUSA, our Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO).
Show-day registration is $40 from 8-11 am. Judging begins at noon. Awards begin at 2 pm. There will be food available for purchase the day of the car show as well as corn hole, face-painting, music, and more. There will be 10 categories. There will also be prizes given to the top three student vehicles as well as a crowd favorite. This brings us to a total of 17 awards/prizes that will be handed out on the day of the show. Please register using the registration form in the pictures below or by clicking on this link: https://docs.google.com/…/18FnVhSjuwUwYN12KZ…/edit
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Cruise to Clinton Cruise Night is a cruise-in held on the Clinton, MO Square, from 4pm till 7pm on the 2nd Saturday of the month from May thru October. Plenty of shade and parking available, with food vendors on site and a DJ playing music and giveaways. After several cruise nights there will be an actual short cruise. All rides welcome…50/50 raffle…For all the details, check out Clinton Cruise Night on Facebook or email mattwray1968@gmail.com.
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Clinton’s Shop Small Crawl. Sat., May 18th 10 till 4 A group of boutiques, home decor and specialty shops have joined teams to host Clinton’s first ever boutique crawl! How it works: Pick up your passport/map at the first participating business you visit. Get your passport stamped at ALL participating shops. Turn your card in to the last shop you visit and be entered to win CASH prizes! No purchases necessary to be stamped. 1st prize: $500 2nd prize: $300 3rd prize: $200 Winners will be drawn LIVE around 4:30pm on Facebook and in person.
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Hats Off For Hot Meals, Kickin’ Chicken Dinner and Hat Auction. May 19th. Lunch from 11 till 1, hat auction at 1:00. A great meal and a chance to bid on a large collection of vintage and modern hats for both men and women. Meal price at the door is $15 for adults, $10 for kids under 12. This event is open to the public and will benefit the programs at Care Connection/Clinton Senior Center.
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AMERICAN PICKERS to Film in Missouri-The American Pickers are excited to return to Missouri! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in June 2024. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques. The American Pickers TV Show is looking for leads and would love to explore your hidden treasure. If you or someone you know has a unique item, story to tell, and is ready to sell…we would love to hear from you! Please note, the Pickers DO NOT pick stores, flea markets, malls, auction businesses, museums, or anything open to the public. If interested, please send us your name, phone number, location, and description of the collection with photos to: americanpickers@cineflix.com or call (646) 493-2184 facebook: @GotAPick
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Rustic Bridges–Attention crafters and artisans!! Booking vendors for our 4th Annual On the Farm, Saturday June 8th. We’re looking for vendors from all around who specialize in handcrafted items, repurposed goods, boutique clothing and accessories, antiques and vintage item vendors, metal workers, ceramics/potters, wine, beer/spirit crafters and many other specialty items. Limited spaces for direct sales. This is a family friendly event where people come together to shop your amazing products in an open air style market. If you or anyone you know is interested in being a vendor please reach out to Matt & Halley Bridges via messenger or email rusticbridges@gmail.com.
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The Pediatric Place · The day has finally come. The Pediatric Place is delighted to extend a heartfelt invitation to join us in commemorating the grand opening of our Autism & Neurodevelopment Center. We invite all to join us on June 21st from 10 am to 1 pm, where we will showcase the state-of-the-art center, the range of exceptional services we offer, and introduce you to our dedicated and compassionate staff. We hope to see you there!
