May 2026 Newsletter

May 2026

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! We cannot say thank you enough to everyone that supported the 4th Annual Piedmont UFO Fest! We are so appreciative of each and every one of you! Now that May is here and the end of school is approaching, it's hard not to think about the busy summer days ahead. Each year the Chamber host (and pays for) Piedmont's 4th of July Firework display. We are honored to do so, however, the bill is extremely hefty and by far our largest expense of the year. We understand the difficulty of the current economy and are feeling it's effects too. We are graciously asking each of you for your support of this year's show. Every sponsorship and donation counts and help make the show possible. If you are able to contribute to this year's show, payments can be made directly to the Chamber office via check, card or cash, or by scanning the PayPal QR code below. The Piedmont Area Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and all donations are tax deductible. If you have further questions or would like to make a larger donation by purchasing a sponsorship package please reach out to Sara via email chamber@visitpiedmontmo.com or phone 573.561.0058.

This Month:

May 1: Small Town Big Scenes May Art Walk

May 2: Tequila's Cinco De Mayo Celebration w/ music by Mike Henson

May 4: Wayne Co Saddle Club Meeting

May 9: Spring Boutique Crawl

May 12: Kindergarten Round Up

May 14: Chamber Board Meeting

May 15: Clearwater HS Graduation May 16: Wayne Co Saddle Club Outlaw Speed Barrel Race

May 17: Clearwater HS Graduation May 20: Clearwater Last Day of School

May 25: Memorial Day

May 30: Clearwater Fire Protection District BBQ

Coming Soon:

June 13: Sam A Baker State Park 100 Year Anniversary Celebration

June 20: Grace Worship Festival

Advantage Home Care

Bootheel In Home Care

Clark's Mountain Nursing Home Clearwater School District

Eagle Sky of the Ozarks

FCC Behavioral Health

Genesis Home Care

People's Community Bank

Missouri Highland Healthcare

Piedmont Gas Mart

Robbi's Zephyr Cafe

Town & Country

Tequila's Plans for Cinco De Mayo

Tequila's plans for their annual Cinco De Mayo celebration are in full swing! In addition to all your favorite mexican food and drinks, you'll be able to enjoy the musical talents of local musician Mike Henson on Saturday, May 2nd from 5:30-8:30pm. Tequila's is also selling Cinco De Mayo shirts for $15 each. All proceeds from shirts go to Clearwater R-1 School. Each year these shirts help pay past due lunch balances for children in our school district. Please consider purchasing to help them support our kids and our school.

Waala Art Shop Opens

Congratulations to new area business and Chamber Member, Waala Art Shop, on their ribbon cutting and open house yesterday. We enjoyed viewing Brian's art inspired by his years of world travel. Visit the studio located on Hwy 34 across from Missionary Acres outside of Silva or online at waala.shop to see the variety of paintings available.

Diamond Jim's Pub Under New Ownership

Please help us in welcoming the new owners of Diamond Jim's Pub, Jimmy and Billie McGee. The McGee's are familiar faces in Piedmont also owning Grateful Headz - Piedmont. We are excited to congratulate them on their recent purchase and can't wait to see them continue their small business success in our community.

Sam A Baker State Park Celebrates 100 Year Anniversary

2026 marks the 100 year anniversary of Sam A Baker State Park. The park is planning a celebration June 13th to mark the century since it's opening. The event is currently set to include tours and exhibits, music, demonstrations, games and more. Mark your calendars now and plan to join us for this historic celebration.

Sponsor Spotlight - Piedmont UFO Fest Sponsors

A very special thank you to our 4th Annual Piedmont UFO Fest Sponsors. FCC Behavioral Health, PB Realty - Clearwater Branch, Tequila's Mexican

Restaurant, First Midwest Bank, Southern Insurance Services-Stephanie Harbison, Saint Francis Healthcare, Eagle Sky of the Ozarks, Turnbough's Building Supply and Henson Trash Service.

573.561.0058