Community Events

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Sam & Tommi Tripp at Mineral Area Well Services is sponsoring a fundraiser for the Elvins Food Pantry. 

Get tickets now for a chance to win a Winchester SXP 12-gauge pump shotgun.

Tickets are just $5 each and drawing will be April 18th. Stop by the Elvins Food Pantry at 17 West main Street in Park Hills or call/text (573) 315-8205 for more information. 

This year the Farmington Regional Chamber is allowing a nomination process for their Celebration of Success Awards Banquet which will be held on March 28, 2025, at 5:30 pm. 

To see the nomination criteria and to nominate someone, please go to https://www.farmingtonregionalchamber.com/farmington-regional-chambers-celebration-of-success-award-banquet-nominations/

Lance Sparks was diagnosed with stage 3 squamous cell carcinoma of the tonsil in November 2024. Surgery was performed to remove as much of the tumor as possible along with lymph nodes. Lance has received chemo and radiation. Currently, Lance has a feeding tube, with feedings every four to 5 hours per day. He no longer can attend to his needs without help from his family and friends. There will be many trips back and forth to Barnes. This is, and will continue to be, a difficult journey for this amazing family. Please help support them. Please contact Robyn or Jackie at the numbers below for more information on the actual fundraiser. All proceeds will to towards helping Lance and Ruth with traveling, food, and medical expenses.

 Deadline for sales and drawing is May 1st, 2025. Winners will be contacted immediately.  Thank you for your kind generosity.  For more information contact Robyn Pace @ 573-760-2460 and Jackie Bryan @573-631-7593.

On Friday, March 28, there will be a Trivia Night held at the St. Paul Lutheran School, located at 608 E. Columbia in Farmington, to benefit the SEMO Family Violence Council.

There will be dinner, drinks, a silent auction and raffle prizes! 

Alcohol & snacks are welcome! There will be teams of up to 10 people and the cost is $20 per person. $100/round sponsorships are available. 

The doors will open at 6:00 pm and the game will start at 7:00 pm.

RSVP to SEMOFVC by calling (573) 358-3913.

Join the Farmington Regional Chamber for a glamorous evening that recognizes the luminaries of our community. This unforgettable Red-Carpet Event will unfold on March 28th at the beautiful Cardinal Center, located within Mineral Area College’s Industry and Technology Center.

The evening will commence with a Social Hour at 5:30 PM, offering a chance to mingle with the VIPs of our community and the business world. As the spotlight shines bright, prepare to be dazzled by an unforgettable celebration that honors the achievements and contributions of our most distinguished members.

Dress in your finest attire and join us for this spectacular event, where we toast the successes of our thriving community. While dressing up is not required, it certainly adds to the fun!

A Trivia Night will be held on Saturday, March 29th at St. Paul Lutheran School, 608 E. Columbia St. in Farmington, with all proceeds going to support the mission of the Mineral Area Marines Marine Corps Detachment #1495.

There will be 10 tables available and up to 8 players per table. The cost is $100 per table. Bring your own food and drinks. 

There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. There will be 10 rounds of 10 questions and mulligans will be available. There will also be a 50/50 and silent auction. 

Please text Doug Robinson (573) 915-0593 or Charles Bigham (573) 944-0972 to reserve your table. 

Event Date: Thursday, April 3, 2024
Time: Doors open at 5:00 p.m. | Forum begins at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Central High School Auditorium, 116 Rebel Drive, Park Hills, MO 63601
Moderator: Dr. Joe Gilgour, President of Mineral Area College

The Park Hills-Leadington Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend our "Meet the Candidates Forum" featuring candidates running for City Government positions in Park Hills, Missouri. This community event provides voters with valuable insights before the April 8th election.

CANDIDATES RUNNING FOR OFFICE

For Mayor: Stacey Easter, David Easter, Daniel Naucke

For Ward 1: Alan Coleman, Alessa Fenris

For Ward 2: Spring Gray

For Ward 3: Cindi Penberthy, Tom Abel

For Ward 4: Donna Dettmer, Druscilla Nick

EVENT FORMAT
The forum will follow a structured Q&A format with questions selected by the Chamber's Board of Directors. Each candidate will have two minutes to respond to each question, ensuring fair presentation of their views and plans for our communities.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Welcome and Opening Remarks

Invocation

Pledge of Allegiance

Event Guidelines Overview

City Council Candidate Introductions

Q&A Session for Candidates

Closing Statements

Mayor Candidate Introductions

Q&A Session for Mayoral Candidates

Closing Statements

Adjournment

QUESTION SUBMISSIONS

The Chamber is currently accepting questions from the public for consideration by the committee. Community members are invited to submit potential questions for candidates until March 18, 2024. All submissions will be reviewed by our event coordinators, with selected questions being presented during the forum.

To submit a question, please email: mtcphlcoc@gmail.com

Your input helps ensure that candidate discussions address the issues most important to our community!

ATTENDEE INFORMATION

Please enter through the rear entrance near the football field

Ample parking available in the school lot

This event is free and open to all St. Francois County residents

Don't miss this opportunity to hear directly from those who aspire to lead Park Hills. Join us on April 3rd to become an informed voter!

Friends of the Firehouse is hosting a Fish Fry on Friday, April 4, 2025. This is to benefit the Leadwood Fire Protection District. 

They offer dine-in OR carryout. You may call in orders at (573) 562-7511.

Cost is: $12 per person for all you can eat

There will be Fish, Chicken, Green Beans, Slaw, Hush Puppies, Fries, Dessert and Drink!

Where: The Leadwood Station located at 1101 Mill St., Leadwood, MO 63653

You also may call in orders at (573) 562-7511.

Breakfast With the Easter Bunny will be held on April 5, at the White Magnolia Banquet Hall in Leadington, from 9 am-11 am.

The cost of this event is $5. There will be Pancakes with sausage and drink of your choosing: juice, milk or coffee.

The cost for 3x5 pictures with the Easter Bunny will be as follows: 1-$10, 2 $20, 3-$25.

Photos will be printed the day of the event. Photos will be by Skylight Studios.

Proceeds will benefit Feed My Sheep.

City crews will begin at 7:30am each day. Residents are asked to have all items at the curb and avoid placing anything in alleys. If crews are unable to complete a ward in a single day, they will finish the following day. Please check to see what ward you are in and leave items by the curb on your specified day, no later than 7:30am. There is no callback.

PROHIBITED ITEMS:

No items your trash service takes such as trash bags, cardboard boxes, or items in garbage cans.

No leaves, limbs, brush, lumber, shingles, siding or construction waste products.

No liquids or hazardous materials.

No items larger than two people can handle.

Appliances must have compressors removed.

Tires may be taken to the Street Department at 210 Industrial Drive on Friday, April 11th for a fee of $4.00 per tire, whether mounted on wheel or not. Only passenger car and light truck (pickup) tires will be accepted.

Tree limbs and yard waste may be taken to the Yard Waste Site, located at 3875 Pimville Road in Farmington, daily from 7:00AM to 7:00PM. There is no fee for City of Farmington residents to use the Yard Waste Site.

SPRING CLEANUP WEEK:

WARD ONE:        Pickup Monday, April 7

WARD TWO:       Pickup Tuesday, April 8

WARD THREE:    Pickup Wednesday, April 9

WARD FOUR:      Pickup Thursday, April 10

For more information on Spring Cleanup Week, please contact the Development Services Department at 573-756-0608 or visit our website at farmington-mo.gov.  

PLEASE READ BEFORE SCHEDULING:

**You MUST be on the list for the city to pick up your items. Call City Hall and anyone can help you!

**Items MUST be on the curb to be picked up. City employees will not come on your property to collect them.

**Yard waste and branches must be manageable to be collected

**Do not pick your regular trash day

**Please do NOT place clean up items in your trash bins

**Items that will NOT be pick up include:

!! No tires

!! No paints

!! No motor oil/chemicals

Viki Scherer is an author, speaker and teacher from Decatur, IL. She has spoken in over 100 cities in the Midwest as an inspirational speaker for Stonecroft Ministries and other events on the topic “You Can Plan for the Future, But you Can’t Predict It”.
Viki will be our Guest Speaker on this topic, and also our Special Feature on “A Trip to Israel” April 8 from 9:15-11:00 at the Women’s Connection Brunch at the Fellowship Hall of the Farmington
Presbyterian Church, 403 W. Columbia St.
She will share about her journey of faith and her husband’s battle with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. In 2009 they were selected by the ALS Association St.
Louis Regional Chapter as a family that best exemplifies the spirit of ALS across America for the state of Illinois. Also in 2009, Viki was named a National Caregiver by the
ALS Association. Her book, “Where There is Faith He is With You” was published in 2011 and made into an audiobook in 2012.
Viki has a special love for Israel!
Having made 5 trips to God’s Holy Land, her Special Feature power point  presentation depicts pictures she has taken. Another Israel tour is scheduled for November 3-14, 2025 with an optional extension November 14-19 into Jordan and Egypt.
A 1976 graduate of Eastern IL University with a double major in journalism and speech communications, she has worked as a newspaper reporter, substitute teacher and for the last 15 years as the administrative assistant at
Harvest Christian Center.
A widow, she has a married son, Michael, owner of a musical production company. He and his wife have 3 granddaughters she enjoys! Her daughter, Sarah, was a missionary in Mozambique and now married to Joel, from Switzerland, who is a helicopter pilot with Mercy Air in South Africa, does missionary
work there with him.
Reservations or cancellations for the $10 Brunch are required by Friday, April 4; call 573-747-3854 or 573-358-1274.

 

Bring your friends for a ladies night out! 

It will be held at the St. Francois County Fair Grounds in the 4-H Building!

Advanced tickets by March 31st are just $30 each. Advanced table of 8 is $200.

Starting April 1st and at the door, the cost is $35. Tickets includes 10 rounds of Bingo. Additional 10 round tickets are $10 as well. 

There will be a 50/50 drawing, door prizes, basket raffles, silent auction, grand prize dauber drawing and designer purse raffle. 

Snacks will be provided.

Doors will open at 6:00 pm and Bingo will start at 6:30 pm.

First Baptist Church of Farmington invites you to experience our Easter musical, “More Than Just a Man" April 11-13. Join us at 7:30 p.m. each night for an evening that promises to be both thought-provoking and inspiring. Doors open at 7 p.m. This professionally staged, Broadway-style production showcases the journeys of three Biblical figures—Caiaphas the High Priest, Joseph of Arimathea, and Nicodemus—as they encounter Jesus and face pivotal moments of decision in their lives. Each character grapples with the timeless question, “Who is this man, Jesus?” and reflects upon the personal responses we all must consider. This production is free and open to everyone, providing the perfect addition to your Easter week. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing this powerful narrative together!

Friends of the Firehouse is hosting a Fish Fry on Friday, April 4, 2025. This is to benefit the Leadwood Fire Protection District. 

They offer dine-in OR carryout. You may call in orders at (573) 562-7511.

Cost is: $12 per person for all you can eat

There will be Fish, Chicken, Green Beans, Slaw, Hush Puppies, Fries, Dessert and Drink!

Where: The Leadwood Station located at 1101 Mill St., Leadwood, MO 63653

You also may call in orders at (573) 562-7511.

The 26th Annual SFC Health & Resource Expo will be held on April 12th from 8 am-12 pm at 5270 Flat River Rd, Park Hills.

See all of the great resources available to you in St. Francois County in one stop!

-Long List of Vendors

-Fitness Events

-Door Prizes

-Kids' Corner Activities

Vendors will include Fitness, Mental Health, Healthcare Services, Childcare & Education, Skill Development and much more! 

You can register as a vendor at www.sfccp.org/annual-health.

Call 314-251-6300 Ext. 0 to schedule your appointment for the mammography bus. 

The Feed My Sheep Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, April 12th, from 9 am - noon at the Desloge 1st Baptist Ministry Center. Proceeds will go to Bismarck Church of God Food Pantry, Bonne Terre/St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry, Elvins Food Pantry, House of Praise Food Pantry, Immaculate Conception/St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry.

You can shop for fresh bread, cookies, cakes, pies, candy gift baskets, dry mixes, handmade items & much more! 

There will be a silent auction featuring donated services, merchandise and themed baskets. The Cafe will be serving biscuits and gravy, coffee and tea and there will be a Pastor-baked cake auction. 

PLEASE READ BEFORE SCHEDULING:

**You MUST be on the list for the city to pick up your items. Call City Hall and anyone can help you!

**Items MUST be on the curb to be picked up. City employees will not come on your property to collect them.

**Yard waste and branches must be manageable to be collected

**Do not pick your regular trash day

**Please do NOT place clean up items in your trash bins

**Items that will NOT be pick up include:

!! No tires

!! No paints

!! No motor oil/chemicals

Join us for a day of high-octane excitement at the Bonne Terre Drag Strip as we commemorate the 10th anniversary of Autos 4 Autism. This milestone event promises not only thrilling drag races but also the chance to connect with like-minded individuals dedicated to making a difference.

Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025
Location: Bonne Terre Drag Strip

Entry Fee:

$20 per person

Kids 12 & under enter FREE

(*Please note: Entry fee is separate from participant registration fees.)

All proceeds benefit Hope 4 Autism, playing a vital role in supporting transformative programs for individuals and families in our community.

Invite your colleagues, friends, and family to experience an electrifying day of races and community spirit, all while fostering valuable connections within the local business network.

Stay connected with us on Facebook: Autos 4 Autism for the latest updates and registration details.

Let’s come together for a race day that fuels change and celebrates our community's spirit!

There will be a hiring fair for graduating high school students who are going directly into the workforce. Students from multiple districts will be attending. All students will be asked to bring a resume in hand. Interview space will be available at the fair. Our hope is that students will leave with a job.

It will be held at the Mineral Area College Fredericktown Campus on Tuesday, April 9th from 9 am-11 am. (Set up will be at 8 am.)

Please RSVP your table before April 18th by calling or emailing your company name, number of guests and what entry level jobs you are looking to fill. Call (573) 518-2250 or email at rooted@mineralarea.edu 

On Saturday, March 29th the Mineral Area Marines will host a Trivia Night at St. Paul Lutheran School located at 608 E. Columbia St, Farmington. 

Doors will open at 5:30 pm and trivia will start at 6:30 pm. There will be 10 tables available, with up to 8 players per table, allowed. The cost is $100 per table. Bring your own food and drinks. There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. There will be 10 rounds of 10 questions. Mulligans will be available. A 50/50 and a silent auction will be taking place. 

Please call or text Doug Robinson at (573) 915-0593 or Charles Bigham at (573) 944-0972 to reserve your table. 

Proceeds go to support the mission of the Mineral Area Marines Corps League Detachment #1495. 

The Bonne Terre Chamber Awards Gala will be held on April 25, 2025. The theme will be Diamonds and Denim. More information to come!

A1 Homecare and the Bonne Terre Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Kids Fishing Derby again this year at Bonne Terre Lakeview Park on May 10, 2025!

It's open to ages 15 and under! 

Registration will be held from 7am to 8am.

Derby will be held 8am to 10am.

Food and Prizes will be 10am to 11am.

 Trophies will be awarded in each age group for the most caught and the biggest catch!

You can preregister by going to https://members.bonneterrchamber.net

Four-man scramble at Terre Du Lac from 10 am - 5 pm.

More information to come. 

Join us for a day of golf, networking, and fun at the picturesque Crown Pointe Golf Club. This year’s event promises to be one of the best yet, with a range of activities planned for participants of all skill levels.

Date: August 15th

Venue: Crown Pointe Golf Club

Time: Registration and lunch at 11:00 AM, Shotgun start at noon

Event Highlights:

Delicious Food: Enjoy a selection of sandwiches from the beloved Ole Tyme Pantry during registration. Midway through the game Baylee Jo's will bring some delicious meat that will be sure to make your mouth water, and pizza at the end courtesy of Imo's Pizza in Farmington!

Exciting Raffle: Enter for a chance to win fabulous prizes in our raffle. With plenty of items up for grabs, your luck might just bring you a surprise!

Golfing Fun: Experience the thrill of competition and the camaraderie of fellow chamber members in a stunning setting.

FREE Drinks: enjoy a variety of beers, mixed drinks, and margaritas from the Margarita Man!

Whether you’re looking to hit a hole-in-one, connect with local business leaders, or simply enjoy a day out on the greens, this tournament is the perfect opportunity. Don’t miss out on what is sure to be a memorable day for everyone involved.

*** NOW OFFERING DINE IN, AS WELL AS CARRY OUT!!!!!!!***

Let us cook for you!

Knights of Columbus #1088 will be serving chicken and dumplings the first Thursday of every month. 

Adults-$8.00            Kids- (6-10) $4.00

Chicken and dumplings, green beans, applesauce, coleslaw and dessert. No Drinks 

It is from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM and located at 7897 Berry Road, Bonne Terre.

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Park Hills host a public food pantry each Friday from 7:30 AM until 9:30 AM.