Dear members,

Happy Monday! April seemed to fly by and now it's May! May brings Cinco de Mayo, Mother's Day, Graduations, Teacher Appreciation, an ending to a school year, the primary election, Memorial Day and more!

It also means its National Small Business Week May 1-5! "National Small Business Week is a time to honor and celebrate America’s entrepreneurs and innovative startups. This year’s theme, ‘Building a Better America through Entrepreneurship,’ celebrates the resiliency and tenacity of America’s entrepreneurs who are doing their part to power our nation’s historic economic comeback." SBA offers a free, virtual summit this week. Click here to learn more and register.

We have partnered with SBA to offer a free workshop "Art Builds Business Builds Art" next week on Tuesday, May 10th from 8-10am. This is also a partnership with Murray Main Street, Murray Convention & Visitors Bureau and Murray Art Guild. You can register below.

Don't forget the primary election is on May 17, 2022. Early voting in-person is May 12, 13 & 14. More details below.

Lastly, Murray State celebrates their centennial this year! Presales are underway for the Murray State Centennial Book. All proceeds go to support Pogue Special Collections. Find out more information here.

Have a great week and THANK YOU for your continued support of our organization.
2022 Annual Business Celebration
presented by CFSB
The Chamber is excited to be celebrating its 95th Anniversary this year! Our annual celebration will be held on Friday, July 15, 2022 at the new FOR Center.



Nominations are open for the annual business awards.
Leadership Murray Class of 2021-2022 was awarded “Community Advocates of the Year” by CASA by the Lakes. We are so proud of this class and all of their hard work. Join us in congratulating them for this special recognition!
Leadership Initiative for Teachers
We still need a few more sponsors for our second annual LIFT program. Educators want to be chosen for this program as we have already received many applications. To sponsor, email hailey@mymurray.com.
RIBBON CUTTINGS
Join us in congratulating our new member, Meraki Beauty School, on their recent ribbon cutting celebration! The Meraki Beauty School team believes that pursuing an education in the professional beauty industry is the first step to discovering a career filled with creativity and endless opportunity. They are located at located at 1307 Johnson Blvd in Murray and offer programs in Cosmetology, Esthetician & Nail Technician. They are enrolling students at the beginning of each month.
Paschall Truck Lines, a nationally recognized truckload carrier based in Murray, broke ground on a new headquarters office on 641 North in Calloway County, an $8.2 million investment.
UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS
Thursday, May 12th at 10:30am
Ribbon Cutting Celebration
The Homer Flenoy & Loretta Barrow House for Veterans
711 Payne Street

Friday, May 13th at 2 PM
Open House Celebration
Therapy Specialists of Murray
405 Sycamore Street
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS!
Family pharmacy and drugstore

Ballet based, pilates workout with concentration on toning small muscle groups and lengthening long muscles

Providing peaceful, at-home euthanasia to the pets of western Kentucky and aid to fellow veterinarians.

Mortgage lender

Village Medical provides comprehensive primary care services

Billboard Advertising Opportunities

Any Fencing Needs for Commercial or Residential

Located in Downtown Murray; Find your Dream Home

Full-service Event Planning Company

Commercial Cleaning Services serving Murray and Paducah
Big News for Small Businesses
Lower Your Health Insurance and Workers' Comp Costs with ChamberAdvantage and ClearPath Mutual.

We already have over 30+ member businesses taking advantage of this program plus you get to work with a LOCAL agent! Only eligible to Murray-Calloway County Chamber members. Simply reach out to a local insurance agency to quote this opportunity for you to save on small group insurance.
ARE YOU A LEADER WORTH FOLLOWING? Join us to hear from some of the world's most influential leaders on Friday, June 24th for LEADERCAST!
#PlayLocal this Summer
CITY POOL PASS

It is almost time! Get your individual passes before June 1st. After this date, the price will increase! Stop by the park office to get your individual pool pass today!

For more park information, including sports registrations, spray park, and community events, visit their website.
Coach Prohm Basketball Camp
Summer schedule is up for young players to participate in Coach Prohm's basketball camp.



For Summer Soccer camps and other MSU camp dates: click here!