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ALL About MyFESTUS.com
MyFESTUS.com is a website that creates an opportunity for individuals, businesses, entrepreneurs, and non-profit organizations to be more visible by shining the light on what they ALL offer. Like ALL
Introducing MyFESTUS.com Conversations
Introducing MyFESTUS.com Conversations: is a Powerful (and Playful!) POD/WEBCAST! Perhaps you’re curious… How can I learn about what is going on around here? Who can I learn from? How can
The Meaning Behind Share, Connect, and Support
Have you ever wondered WHY I consistently use the words: SHARE, CONNECT & SUPPORT within everything I do? LISTEN to this short, 6-minute, itty-bitty bit of me explaining why I
Feeling At Home
“Home is not a place, it’s a feeling.” – Cecilia Aaron As someone who has lived in a lot of different cities, in a few different states, I believe we
Introducing the NEW, LOCAL Digital Destination Guide
🙋🏼♀️I am SOOO excited for you to check out this fun VIDEO TOUR of the updated MyFESTUS.com website…as you listen to my northern accent. 😅 📲Whether you are on your
SEARCH & Find!
I LOVE a good organizational system! In fact, to my embarrassment, my parents LOVE to tell people that I asked for a filing cabinet when I was in second grade. What in the world does a second grader need to file!? Haha! I have no idea(!)…but it goes to show
How Does MyFESTUS.com Support OurFESTUS Area Community?
MyFESTUS.com encourages and supports people to enjoy all there is to explore and experience within OurFESTUS-area community. We are on a mission to help people feel they belong “at home” within themselves, with others, and where they live. To do this, we are actively, proudly CONNECTING PEOPLE and CREATING COMMUNITY, one
FUN in OurFESTUS!
This is the time of year where we are all READY to welcome in a little FUN…right!? ✨ There is so much FUN to be had in OurFESTUS area!✨ Within the FUN category on MyFESTUS(.com), I share pictures and an itty-bitty story, connecting you with my FUN experiences to encourage
Why I am a Proud Member of the Jefferson County Growth Association
✨I am proud to be a member of the Jefferson County Growth Association!✨ This organization aligns with my mission and belief that we can ALL thrive in community by sharing, connecting, and supporting. Their mission is to “provide coordination of professional leadership to promote and support new and existing growth
Come for the Convenience, Stay for the Culture
Culture, as it is defined by the Oxford Dictionary is the arts and other manifestations of human intellectual achievement regarded collectively. Festus, Missouri is a convenient place to live in, and visit, full of easy-to-navigate places to explore and experience. There is little traffic and a lot to do. The people
How Can You Help the MyFESTUS.com Mission?
You can help this mission and our community by SPREADING THE WORD. Each individual, itty-bitty share makes a big impact. Sometimes a team is needed to help accomplish a significant movement, such as in the revitalization and unity felt within a community. When multiple leaders link up to share, connect,
What is the MyFESTUS.com Mission?
The MyFESTUS.com Mission is to: SHARE all there is to love about the fantastic Festus, Missouri area. CONNECT by providing a trusted, robust platform for people to feel encouraged to explore and experience education, events, and establishments. SUPPORT local individuals, establishments, and nonprofits (a.k.a. MyFESTUS Friends) by increasing their visibility
What Does “MyFESTUS” Mean?
The name “My Festus” was not created with the word “My” to be synonymous with the author/writer/creator: Sara, but rather for people share a sense of ownership and pride with their own “My Festus” community. The intention is for those to hold the word “My” with an honored adoration for
Why was MyFESTUS.com Created?
When I moved to Festus, Missouri in 2018, I did not know more than five people. I was not on social media much. I longed for some sort of online platform to learn about events, or where to go, or what to do. Since I have spent my whole life
One Year In
✨This MyFESTUS website has been up and running for over a year now.✨ ✨Whoo hoo!✨ While there are even more stories about sharing, connecting, and supporting our local Festus, Missouri community on Facebook and Instagram (dating back to December 2, 2022), we are now one year in on this website.
About
Hello! I am Sara, the creator of MyFestus.com. I live in Festus, Missouri, the 11th city I have lived in. I grew up and lived in Wisconsin and Minnesota prior to moving to Missouri. Since I was an itty-bitty little girl, I have worked in a variety of small businesses, in all different industries. I earned my B.A. in Professional Communication from Alverno College in Milwaukee, WI.
I moved to Festus in 2018, starting a new life chapter with my partner and Jefferson County-native, Jason. With the busyness of getting settled into a new state while working full time with two young children and navigating a global pandemic, I am just now getting out to explore this energetic community, full of beautiful nature, brave entrepreneurs and compassionate people.
As a “transplant,” I am extending my roots as I grow and thrive, while helping native residents, newcomers and visitors do the same. I am honored to publicly communicate local events, shine the light on people and places, share education and provide encouragement.
The MyFESTUS Mission is to:
- SHARE all there is to love about the Festus, Missouri area.
- CONNECT with people to provide a trusted resource guide.
- SUPPORT local individuals, establishments and nonprofits (a.k.a. MyFESTUS Friends) to increase their visibility and enrich our community.
I invite you to follow me on this fun journey. I share consistently on this website and on my Facebook and Instagram pages. Please subscribe with your email address for future communication.
Please send me a message if you have questions, suggestions and/or would like to connect. Thank you for reading and sharing.
