3/12/2024 Fireworks Drive Continues with Explosive 8 Announced

Perry Chamber Continues the 2024 July 4^th Fireworks Drive
Big Boom Bracket Battle Explosive 8 Announced
 
Perry, March 12, 2024 – The first round of the Big Boom Bracket Battle brought in a total of $2,351.44 for the Perry Chamber of Commerce’s annual fireworks drive for the community’s 4^th of July fireworks display. After one week of collecting donations for the Sweet-as-Pie 16, the Chamber has announced who will be advancing as the Explosive 8 for the bracket battle.  
 
“Switching from the no-strings-attached Facebook likes in the Elimination Round now to donations as votes for the bracket is a game changer,” says Lynsi Pasutti, Executive Director of the Perry Chamber of Commerce, noting several close races.
 
The Explosive 8 advancing to the next round are:
(1) Sgt. Alex Lott, Perry Police Department vs. (8) Larry Vodenik, Hy-vee
(2) Kain Killmer, Perry High School vs. (7) Ivette Drahos, The Lazy Goose Boba Tea & Ice Cream
(3) Heather Ketelsen, Perry High School vs. (11) Jayde Fellom, Blonde Sisters Boutique
(4) Jackson VanKirk, Progressive Foundry vs. (12) Andrea Tunink, Ben’s Five & Dime
 
“Unlike last year, all but two of the top ‘seeds’ will continue on to the next round,” Pasutti adds. “It has been fun to watch the progress on the new online platform and we appreciate all the donations that have come in so far for the fireworks. Now, everyone starts back at zero, so it’s anyone’s guess who will make it on to the next round and one step closer to a pie in the face.”
 
Donations for this round of the contest will be accepted now through Tuesday, March 19th at 11am and the Firecracker 4 will begin that same day at noon. Online donations can be submitted at GiveButter.com/Perry-Chamber-Foundation and in-person donations will be collected at the McCreary Community Building (1800 Pattee Street), Ben’s Five & Dime (1221 2^nd Street), and Perry Perk (1201 Warford Street). Donations may also be delivered to the Perry Chamber of Commerce at 1124 Willis Avenue or mailed to PO Box 472, Perry, IA 50220.
 
“It’s a great fundraiser for the community and a fun way to get people involved,” says Jayde Fellom, co-owner of Blonde Sisters Boutique and Chamber Board Member. “Even though I would prefer not to get a pie to the face, I’m happy to participate for the sake of our fireworks.”
 
The Big Boom Bracket Battle is a bracket-style contest, matching up community members in four weeks of ‘head-to-head’ contests as a fundraiser for Perry’s 4th of July fireworks display. Advancement in the bracket is determined by donations from the community, accepted online, by mail, and at various locations in town. The ultimate winner will be rewarded with a pie in their face in April, along with bragging rights and a traveling trophy.
 
For more information and to follow along with the progress of the Big Boom Bracket Battle, visit www.PerryIAChamber.org/Foundation or the Perry Chamber’s Facebook page.  Questions can be directed to the Perry Chamber at info@PerryIAChamber.org or (515) 465-4601.
 
 
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About the Perry Chamber of Commerce
The Perry Chamber of Commerce serves as the central business organization in Perry, with the mission of being an advocate to its membership by promoting and encouraging growth in the community, business, and tourism. As a non-profit organization, the Perry Chamber hosts a number of community events including the 4^th of July Celebration and leading the fundraising efforts for the annual fireworks display.
 
About the Perry Chamber of Commerce Foundation
The Perry Chamber of Commerce Foundation is a charitable organization with the mission of facilitating growth within the Perry, IA Community, by supporting efforts of the Perry Chamber of Commerce, including the 4^th of July fireworks drive, New Teacher Housing Assistance program, and the Business Modernization & Protection grant program.