The Chamber Connect | May 8, 2026

Scarlett | Director
May 8
4 min read

Summer in Cabool is about to kick off! Save the date for upcoming events & get involved with the community!

Thank You to Our Chamber Partners!

Hello there,

The May edition of the Chamber Connect is here! We are excited to be heading into summer with more local events and holidays to celebrate! Don't miss any upcoming events, and be sure to add your events to our Community Calendar.

Here's what's coming up! ⬇️

Upcoming Important Dates

• Sunday, May 10th — Mother’s Day

• Sunday, May 10th — Cabool High School Graduation at 3:00 pm at the High School New Gym

• Thursday, May 14th — Cabool Community Foundation Estate Planning, 6:00–7:00 pm at First Baptist Church (for more call 417-429-7514)

• Friday, May 15th — Auntie Anne’s Pretzel Truck, 10:00–5:00 pm at TMB Reed Auto Parts & Farm Supply

• Monday, May 18th — City Council Meeting, 5:30 pm

• Monday, May 25th — Memorial Day

• Tuesday, May 25th — Chamber Luncheon, 12 PM at First Baptist Church in Cabool — Hosting and Speaking: Cabool Development Foundation

• Tuesday, May 25th — Cabool Community Blood Drive at First Baptist Church — Family Life Center, 1:00–6:00 pm (for more information call 417-227-5006)

• Friday–Sunday, June 5–7 — Gospel Tent Meeting at Cabool Church of Christ

Upcoming Events

Celebrate the 4th of July in Cabool 🎆

Join us for one of the biggest celebrations in the area as we honor America’s 250th birthday and Cabool’s 144th year with an unforgettable night of family-friendly fun!

Expect an evening filled with:

✔ Live entertainment

✔ Local vendors & food trucks

✔ Games and activities for all ages

✔ A can’t-miss fireworks finale

🚨 Vendors Wanted

Be part of our block party and get your business in front of the community. Spots are limited—apply now!

👉 VENDOR APPLICATION

🎟️ Fire Pit Giveaway

Enter to win a fire pit courtesy of L&R Industries!

• Tickets: $5 each or 5 for $20

Grab yours online or at:

Sinclair Gas Station • TMB Reed Parts & Farm • Midland Ag • Audrey Boyle’s Realtor Office

👉 BUY RAFFLE TICKETS

Get all the event details below and start making plans—this is one night you won’t want to miss!

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Save the Date: Farm Fest is Coming Back! 🚜

Join us for a weekend celebrating tradition, community, and simple farm life at Old Time Farm Days. Bring the family and experience classic activities, local vendors, and small-town charm.

🌾 Become a Vendor at Farm Fest

Get your business in front of thousands of guests from across the region. Spots are limited, so apply early to secure yours for this can’t-miss event!

👉 VENDOR APPLICATION

🤝 Join Our Farm Fest Committee

We are seeking dedicated volunteers to join our Farm Fest Committee. You’ll play a key role in planning and coordinating the event.

If you’re interested in getting involved, please reply to this email or call the Chamber at (417)-962-3002.

More event details and announcements coming soon. Stay tuned—and follow us on Facebook so you don’t miss a thing!

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Please join us for the next Chamber Luncheon!

🗓 Tuesday, May 26

🕛 12:00 PM

📍 First Baptist Church of Cabool - 801 Ozark St, Cabool, MO

Come enjoy lunch, connect with fellow members, and hear updates from the Cabool Development Foundation.

RSVP

Announcements

Big Benefits for Small Businesses!

Cabool Chamber members can access affordable health insurance through the Missouri Chamber Benefit Plan—available year-round for businesses with 2–50 employees, farmers, and husband-and-wife businesses that report income to the IRS. Apply by the 15th to start coverage the next month.

Get started today! Contact our broker, Ron Murray to learn more!

Ron Murray

Employee Benefits Division – Health & Life Specialist

Barker Phillips Jackson

📞 417-256-6162

✉️ rmurray@bpj.com

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Celebrate Small Business Week with Us!

May 3–9 is Small Business Week, and we are proud to celebrate the businesses that make our community strong.

Every business starts somewhere, and we know the hard work, risk, and dedication it takes to build something of your own. Thank you to all of our local small business owners. We appreciate you and we are here to support you every step of the way at the Chamber of Commerce.

5 Simple Ways to Support Local This Week 👇

☑️ Shop at one local store

☑️ Eat at one local restaurant

☑️ Share a business on social media

☑️ Leave a positive review

☑️ Tell a friend about a business you love

Small actions add up, and together we can make a big impact.

Not a Chamber Member Yet?

If you or someone you know owns a small business, we would love to connect.

Memberships for businesses start at just $50 per year and include:

✔ An online directory listing so customers can find you

✔ Access to affordable health insurance benefits

✔ Opportunities to network and grow with other local business owners

Join today and start growing your business with the Chamber.

Have questions? We are here to help. Just reply to this email or give us a call!

Learn More

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