Southern Boone Chamber of Commerce

10/30/2026

The Ashland Optimist Club is hosting Spooktacular on Saturday, October 31, from 4–6 PM at the Ashland Optimist Building, 511 Optimist Drive. Families and children can enjoy free trick-or-treating!

Want to join the fun? Businesses, organizations, families, and individuals are invited to hand out candy or treats from their trunks. Chamber members, this is a great opportunity to connect with local families and help make Halloween special for our community.

In case of rain, the event will move inside the building.

For more information, contact Ernie Wren at [email protected] or text 573-239-1105.

10/29/2026

10/29/2026

Get a closer look at Southern Boone High School’s new Agriculture and Innovation Wing!

The Chamber is joining the Southern Boone School District for a celebration on Tuesday, October 27. We’ll begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 5:30 PM, followed by a short program at 6 PM in the high school commons.

Stay for the open house and tours of the new wing. The evening will also include the fall Southern Boone Golden Eagle Club event.

Make plans to join us as we celebrate a new chapter for Southern Boone High School!

10/28/2026

Help bring a little Halloween fun to our community’s youngest trick-or-treaters!

The Southern Boone Area YMCA is inviting participants to hand out Halloween goodies on Thursday, October 29, for children from SBC Pre-K, ECSE, and the YMCA CDC.

• Times: 8:30 AM and 1 PM
• Location: Lee & Sherri Wilbers Exercise Room at the Southern Boone Area YMCA
• Plan for 75 children
• Please avoid suckers and hard candy

This is a fun opportunity to connect with local families and help make the day special for our little neighbors!

10/27/2026

There’s still time to help shape the Chamber’s future!

Applications for open positions on the Southern Boone County Chamber of Commerce Board are due this Saturday, October 31.

Bring your ideas and experience to the table and help guide our work supporting local businesses. Selected members will serve a three-year term from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2029.

Applicants must be current Chamber members in good standing and willing to commit to Board responsibilities. The Board meets on the second Thursday of each month from 8:15–9:15 AM, with additional commitments possible through committees.

Members who have served two consecutive three-year terms must take a one-year break before reapplying.

For questions and application information, contact Izzy Smith at 573-825-4163 or [email protected].

Submit your application by Saturday, October 31, to be considered: southernboonechamber.com/board-member-application

10/23/2026

Dare to enter?

Head to Hartsburg for FEAR IT Haunted House at the Burg! With live actors, creepy corners and twisted turns, this local attraction is ready to put your courage to the test.

October 23, 24, 30 & 31
Open 6–9:30 p.m.
35 E. Main St., Hartsburg, MO

Come early and save!
6–7:30 p.m.: $12 per person
7:30–9:30 p.m.: $15 per person

Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Gather your bravest friends and make plans for a spooky night in Hartsburg!

10/23/2026

Something new is growing at Southern Boone High School!

Join the Southern Boone School District and Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, October 27, to celebrate the new Agriculture and Innovation Wing.

• Ribbon-cutting ceremony: 5:30 PM
• Short program: 6 PM in the high school commons
• Open house and tours to follow

The celebration will also be held in conjunction with the fall Southern Boone Golden Eagle Club event.

Come explore the new wing and celebrate this exciting addition with our school district and community!

10/22/2026

Make plans to support Chamber member Momentum Dance Academy at its upcoming Spaghetti Dinner + Trivia Night!

Join the fun on Saturday, October 24, at Southern Boone Middle School. The event runs from 5:30–9:30 PM, with trivia beginning at 7 PM. Enjoy dinner, a silent auction, and some friendly competition while supporting MDA Company dancers.

• Dinner: $20 for adults | $10 for those under 18
• Trivia: $25 per person | $125 per table of six
• Dinner + trivia combo: $45 per person | $225 per table of six

Dinner includes spaghetti, salad, bread, dessert, and bottled water. A meatless option is available.

Gather your trivia team and purchase tickets from any MDA Company dancer or message Jenn at 573-823-4678!

10/21/2026

Calling all little ghosts, witches, and superheroes! Make the Ashland Optimist Club’s Spooktacular part of your Halloween plans.

Saturday, October 31 | 4–6 PM
Ashland Optimist Building | 511 Optimist Drive
Free trick-or-treating for families and children!

Chamber members and local businesses, you can help bring the fun by handing out candy or treats from your trunks. Organizations, families, and individuals are welcome to participate, too.

Rain in the forecast? The event will move inside the building.

For more information, contact Ernie Wren at [email protected] or text 573-239-1105.

Spread the word and enjoy Halloween with our community!

10/20/2026

Your experience and ideas could help guide what’s next for the Chamber.

The Southern Boone County Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for open Board positions. If you’re ready to take a more active role in supporting local businesses and strengthening community connections, consider applying!

• Apply by October 31, 2026
• Serve January 1, 2027–December 31, 2029
• Applicants must be current Chamber members in good standing and able to commit to Board responsibilities.

The Board meets on the second Thursday of each month from 8:15–9:15 AM at 5275 W. Redtail Drive in Ashland, with networking beginning at 7:45 AM. Committee participation may involve additional meetings or events.

Members who have served two consecutive three-year terms must take a one-year break before reapplying.

For questions and application information, contact Izzy Smith at 573-825-4163 or [email protected].

Bring your perspective to the table and help shape the Chamber’s future.

Apply now: southernboonechamber.com/board-member-application