Cherri-Oats (aka Cheri Venturi) is known to many of you as the Wig Lady or that the person who helps with a bad wig day. I have moved several times, but at present I live in Destrehan Louisiana, which is only 15 minutes out of the French Quarter.

Cherri-Oats became a character about 11 years ago . Before that I taught school for over 25 years. My degree is in education from Marquette University. However, my recent teaching has been in the area of clowning. I have lectured at both COAI and WCA conventions, along with regional conferences and alley meetings. I have been on staff at Clown Camp in Wisconsin, Clownfest, the Very Special Arts of Indiana, The Clown Around in Tennessee and Moose Camp.

I joined COAI as soon as I became a clown and in the last four years have enjoyed working within the organization to further our educational goals and to support and help direct the wishes of COAI members. As Executive Vice President, I have worked on clarifying the Bylaws,obtaining appropriate contracts, and working closely with the President. My most important concern is to make the organization work for individuals as well as alleys. I have enjoyed watching COAI grow in the last few years and know the potential it has for the future. Please feel free to contact through my email.