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Welcome to the
Parkville Chamber
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Economic Development Council's Newsletter!
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Ed Linnebur
Executive Director
Parkville Chamber & EDC
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Parkville Chamber & EDC
Memorial Day is an American Holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring men and women who died while serving in the United States Military. Many Americans observe this holiday by visiting family and remembering family members that served and protected our great country. This holiday always has me thinking about our local community, I think about the freedom and gift of enjoying this wonderful country to improve our quality of life.
In thinking about this I wanted to talk about the wonderful changes in the past few years here in Parkville that our community experienced. Downtown Parkville has continued to grow and improved through hard work and investment from owners and retailers to provide the historic charm and attract visitors to our wonderful community.
This year we had Marsha VanDever retire from the Parkville Area Chamber of Commerce PACC after more than a decade of leadership in working with our local businesses. Marsha provided effective leadership and supported the community in finding solutions here in Parkville.
In early Spring, PACC merged with Parkville EDC to create a new organization; Parkville Area Chamber and EDC (PACE). We are proud to continue to provide networking opportunities here in Parkville and will provide services throughout our local business life cycle in Parkville.
These are historical days, and we are excited about the synergy to be the best for our Parkville businesses. I will serve as Executive Director of PACE, along with Gretchen Moran as our new Program Director to oversee many of the Chamber activities and support our new organization!
Ed Linnebur
EDC Executive Director
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Melissa Moran
Chamber President
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Chairman's Corner
Hello Parkville!
Last month’s lunch was engaging and insightful! Thank you all for sharing your ideas for our survey of what topics our members want to learn about (business, technology, health, life balance, etc). Couldn’t come or thought of other ideas? Submit your thoughts and ideas to executivedirector@parkvillechamber.com and then be on the lookout for the survey. Your feedback is invaluable!
Don't miss our next happy hour on Wednesday, August 16th for a whiskey tasting at Cool Vintage Watches in downtown Parkville.
Hurry! Golfers register for the tournament Mon June 12th. And to all of you non-golfers, do you want to come join in the fun? You are needed too! Sponsorships are available between $100 - $1500 to get your name out in front of 100+ people. Reply to this email with your budget and Gretchen will help you get the most bang for your buck!
Blessings, Melissa Moran
Owner of Senior Helpers
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Dale Brouk
EDC Board President
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Have you heard? This month's lunch is for you AND others in your company. With Bonefish opening for its first-ever lunch, it is sure to be a memorable day!
Invite 1-3 coworkers to hear Jody Cross with Leaders Speak as we learn to “Sharpen Your Speaking, Skyrocket Your Sales”. Each person in our organization represents us and is “selling”. Who in your organization do you want to help develop now and for the future?
Bring them to hear tips and tricks from our local expert on public speaking whether in front of a large group or one on one!
Dale Brouk
COO/CFO The National Golf Club
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Please join us in welcoming our newest member in the month of June! | |
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Meyers Funeral Chapel
401 Main Street
Parkville, MO 64152
(816) 741-025
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Meyers Funeral Chapel Northland | |
Meyers Funeral Chapel Northland is located in historic downtown Parkville, MO. We are proud to be one of the only family-owned and operated funeral homes in the Kansas City Northland area.
Families choose us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.
At Meyers Funeral Chapels you will be assisted by a staff of experienced professionals providing guidance, answering your questions, handling the details, and giving you comfort when planning your loved one’s service.
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Bonefish Grill
6334 N Lucerne Avenue
Parkville, MO 64152
(816) 741-025
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At Bonefish Grill, we do things a little differently. It all began in January 2000 in St. Petersburg, Florida, where our founders, Tim Curci, and Chris Parker, opened the very first Bonefish Grill, fueled by their shared love for catching, cooking, and serving fresh fish.
Bonefish Grill was founded on perfecting every detail for you because we believe that a great meal is more than just food on a plate. It is the entire experience from start to finish, from our seasonal fresh fish to our hand-crafted cocktails, to our personalized, memorable service. That is the Bonefish Way.
Now open for dine-in weekdays 4-9 PM, Saturdays 11 AM - 10 PM, and Sundays 11 AM - 9 PM. Reservations and online ordering are available as well as curbside service and catering.
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12th Annual Golf Tournament | |
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Grab a friend or colleague and register to play at our Annual Golf Tournament at our very own golf course here in Parkville! You won't want to miss a day of fun on the greens with food, games, and good times.
Golf Registration & Sponsorships HERE
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June Chamber Lunch
Join us on June 13th for our next Chamber Lunch.
Location: Bone Fish Grill
Time: 11:30 - 1 PM
Cost: $30
Register for Lunch
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We have a special guest speaker, Jody Cross, owner of Leaders Speak.
She will be presenting on how to tailor your message to your audience.
Whether you are speaking to a large gathering or you want to enhance
your sales skills, Jody teaches how to craft your message, no matter your
industry or size of your audience.
Come and learn more about the new speaking opportunities for members!
Please join us monthly on the second Tuesday for our lunches!
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Monthly Coffee
On June 23rd we will meet on the campus of Park University at
McCoy's Meetin' House from 7:45 - 9 AM.
Please join us monthly on the fourth Friday for coffee, networking, and an opportunity to hear from fellow members. Members have the opportunity to sign up to give a 15 presentation about their business or share about upcoming events.
Be sure to bring business cards for networking.
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Be sure to LIKE our page on Facebook so we can tag you and promote your business! | |
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Most people, about 90 percent, open a text within three minutes compared with 20 percent of people who open an email at all. And even more tellingly, people respond to a text message within 90 seconds—by contrast, they respond to emails within 90 minutes.
If you prefer text over email, you can sign up to receive text alerts through our TextCaster by signing up HERE!
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Save The Date
Upcoming Events
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Benton House of Staley Hills and Tiffany Springs Announce US News & World Report Awards
Benton House of Staley Hills and Tiffany Springs was recently awarded “Best Assisted Living” by US News and World Report. The award was achieved based on recent resident and family surveys.
Over 3,000 communities participated, with the top 25% nationwide recognized for excellence. In all, 20 Benton Houses were honored.
Benton House of Tiffany Springs is a senior living community in Kansas City, Missouri. Based on resident and family surveys, U.S. News has rated it as a Best Senior Living community for assisted living. It also offers memory care.
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Check out NKCH latest classes and events in June HERE. | |
What's Happening in Parkville This Month | |
If you have been driving across 45 Highway the last few weeks, you have seen some new construction happening. We are excited to share that several new businesses are coming to Parkville! |
CharBar & Pickle Ball Courts
Creekside
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Scooter's Coffee
Parkville Commons
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Whataburger
Breaking ground next to ACE Hardware
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At the District Art Festival, student artists from kindergarten through 12th grade displayed their work for the community. Congratulations to the students who took top honors for their portfolios and the students who won the Superintendent’s Award. The Superintendent’s Award winners’ art will go on display at the district office throughout the next school year.
Click the PHSD Logo above to see the list of winners!
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The City of Parkville has a list of all of the events coming up. You can check out their event list HERE. | | |
Did you know? June is Great Outdoors Month! | |
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Great Outdoors Month in June beckons us to go out and explore all that nature has to offer. Celebrated all over the U.S., the month is dedicated to the country’s diverse landscapes, which boast dense forests, long winding rivers, tranquil lakes, rocky mountains, and much more. And here in Missouri, there is no shortage of hiking trails, rivers, and lakes to enjoy.
We are not only surrounded by so much technology every day, but the hubbub and the fast-paced life of the 21st century have left many of us drained of energy. Exploring the great outdoors will provide us with a much-needed break, both mentally and physically. As if the mental and physical benefits weren’t enough, celebrating Great Outdoors Month also boosts the economy and creates more jobs.
No matter where you live, find something fun to do in the outdoors with your loved ones this month.
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