Closing out June 2024

Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO butch@hopkinschamber.org

Our main networking monthly event, Cocktails and Conversation, was held on Thursday, June 18, hosted by Nations Lending. You don’t have to be a Chamber member to attend these events. They are free to everyone, and a prime time to make friends and contacts.

The event also marked the grand opening for Bethany Ashby’s new Nations Lending office, located at 425 Main St.

Stew is in the Air

It’s too hot for stew in June, but it’s not too early to begin thinking about the stew contest.

Stew cooks and sponsors, be looking for registration and sponsorship forms to be distributed in the next couple of weeks. This year’s theme for the 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest on Oct. 26 is Stewper Heroes.

The registration cost will remain at $100 per stew site.

Willy Wonka

Community Players will present Willy Wonka Jr., a musical, this weekend at Main Street Theatre. The show opened last weekend to a packed house for all performances.

Show days and times are Saturday and Sunday, June 29 and 30, at 2 p.m.

Go to CommunityPlayersInc. com for more more information.

Independence Day Concert

The 32nd annual Independence Day Concert and Fireworks on the downtown square is set for Saturday, June 29, with the concert starting at 8 p.m.

The Northeast Texas Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Dr. Douglas Bakenhus, will perform classic favorites.

Back to School Fair

CANHelp in Sulphur Springs is gearing up to host their annual Back-to-School Fair, which assists children in low-to-moderate income families prepare for the new school year, by providing school supplies, haircuts and other needs. The fair is Thursday, Aug. 1, but pre-registration is required for students to receive school supplies.

You can pick up an application at CANHelp (613 Gilmer Street).

Businesses may also register to participate as a vendor.

Ribbon Cutting

There was a ribbon cutting for Rowdy Goose Parties and More at 3 p.m. Thursday, June 27, at Buford Park, with bounce houses for kids and more! Everyone was invited to the event.