Opening Day Farmers' Market Saturday, May 12
Opening day for the Plymouth Farmers' Market is Saturday, May 12. More than 20 vendors will be returning to celebrate the third year. There will be an opportunity for youngsters to purchase a plant for their 'mums', music, market coupons for mom, a tree giveaway by Master Gardeners and a hog roast. The roast will benefit a local non-for-profit organization. Every Saturday will feature entertainment and activities for the youngsters. The venue at River and Garro Streets east of Michigan ends Saturday, October 13. For more information, call the Chamber of Commerce at 574-936-2323.
Farmers' Market Saturdays May 12 through October 13, 2007, 7:30 to 11:30 AM


Latino Festival
Saturday, June 16, 2007
Noon to 10:00 PM
Young Amphitheater, Centennial Park
Chamber Members Invited to Participate at Chamber's Information Booth Space
Again this year, Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce members are invited to participate in this event as part of the Chamber's space. This tent space is for sharing information about your business only. We did not buy space for vending sales items. The space area is approximately 10 feet by 10 feet and will be shared by the members who sign up with the Chamber to participate. Set up time is at 10:00 AM.

Here is what you need:

1. Call the Chamber 936-2323 to get on the participation list.
2. Bring your own card table and chairs. (depending on number of participants, sharing with others would be good)
3. The Chamber's space is under a tent, so you may not need sunscreen.
4. Bring snacks and soft drinks and water to get through the day.
5. Bring your brochures, your displays and your business cards.
6. You are sharing space with other Chamber members. Sharing break time so everyone gets a chance to see the rest of the festival would be nice.
7. It is hoped that the booth space would be occupied for the duration of the festival. Involve others from your business and plan for a fun day!
8. You are responsible for cleaning up and taking your things back to your office.

Please do remember, that if you want to have your own space and recognition, contact Heart and Hands to purchase your own space if available 935-3846.

There is no charge to our Chamber members for this participation. Call 936-2323 to sign up and take advantage of this opportunity.


Fitness Forum Nautilus, Inc.
2855 Miller Drive, Plymouth, 574-936-2333 www.fitnessforum.biz
Congratulations to Fitness Forum, Sports and Wellness, celebrating their May 2, 2007 25th anniversary for the entire month of May.


Apex Therapy Services, LLC
900 W. Jefferson St., Plymouth, 574-936-9600 www.apextherapy.com
May 8th at 5:30 PM, Apex Therapy is hosting the Garden of Hope. Garden of Hope was originated by two stroke survivors. It is intended to be a source of education and support for individuals who have had complications of things such as stroke, head injury, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, brain tumors and any other disorders/problems with the brain. Family, friends and caretakers are also invited and encouraged to attend. Each monthly meeting provides a topic of education specific to the needs of the individuals who attend and also time to share ideas and interact with each other.

Meetings are the second Tuesday of each month from 5:30 to 7:00. Light refreshments are served. Interested parties can RSVP to Mary Jane Kralovansky, 574-935-5699 or Connie Richie, 574-542-4810.


Edward Jones/Dan Schmelter
1435 N. Michigan St., Suite 300, Plymouth, 574-935-5647 www.edwardjones.com
Congratulations to Dan Schmelter, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, who celebrates 30 years with the firm on May 6, 2007!


The front page of the April NewsMonth informed our membership about the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics awarding Plymouth and Swan Lake Resort the 2007-2008 National Men's Golf Championships, May 20-25. This great compliment will give our community the opportunity to showcase our hometown warmth and the variety of places to go, things to buy and sites to see.

A national event is a huge undertaking. With the support of the local businesses and community leaders the NAIA tournament will put Plymouth on a national stage. Many companies and individuals have stepped forward to help this event become a reality and in the April NewsMonth your Chamber outlined some ways for our members to participate in this event.

Now we have specific needs and are asking for volunteers to serve.

1. Posters and table tents need distribution throughout our area.
2. Goodie Bags- 1500 Bags are to be prepared. Please contribute coupons from your store, pens/pencils, note pads, "little NAIA gifts of welcome" something our guests will remember and that will entice them to revisit Plymouth.
3. Ambassadors of Good Will needed at the information tent:
   Monday, May 21 through Friday, May 25, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM- Please let us know when you would be able to serve.

This is an exclusive invitation to our Chamber members to participate, to show off our community and to have your own business recognized.

Please call the Chamber office (936-2323) to let us know how and when you would like to participate.