May thoughts

Dear Members,

Wow! Can you believe May is here? The year seems to be flying by. Our first big event of the year has been completed. Celebrate Sugarcreek was a wonderful evening of fellowship and good food. It was really exciting to hear the honorees express their gratitude and tell stories of days gone by. I hope more of you take the opportunity to attend this incredible event next year.

The Vintage Garden Tractor Show is in the final stages of planning. The May 8 event continues to grow and get better each year. There are things to do for all age groups so bring the family out for a good time.

The Sugarcreek Community Garage Sales  are also on the schedule for May 7 and 8. Many of our residents sell their treasurers during that weekend. Businesses can also participate if they would like to clean out some inventory. In fact, several downtown businesses will be holding sidewalk sales throughout the event. There will certainly be lots of people looking for a treasure and good deal as they canvas the streets.

Our biggest summer event is celebrating 20 years this year. Plan now to join us for the Fabulous 50s Fling Cruise-in on June 11 and the main event on June 12. Registrations are coming in from as far away as Alabama. That means there are sure to be some incredible rides and wheels at this year’s event. While the event is very exciting and draws a crowd to our community, we need help to make it a reality. This year, instead of asking for pie sponsorships and trophy sponsorships, the committee is looking for businesses to sign on to be Gold, Silver or Bronze sponsors at a specific dollar amount ranging from $25 to $75. Be sure to get these in by May 10.

We are planning an executive board meeting at 8:30 a.m. on May 5, immediately after the breakfast meeting. On May 12, we would like to meet with the chairperson of each committee . That meeting will be held directly after the lunch meeting at 1 p.m.

Circle of Friends will be giving a presentation at our meeting on May 12. Please show your support and attend this meeting.

If you know of someone who would be of interest to the group as a speaker, please let me know so we can set it up.

I also have some openings for the weekly giveaways. Thank you to all who have participated thus far.

I hope to see you at a meeting soon.

Cheryll Shireman

Sugarcreek Business Association President 2010