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Thursday, May 29, 2014Other Special Event

Candidate Forum: 2014 County Executive Primary

Candidate Forum: 2014 County Executive Primary
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber will host the County Executive Democratic Primary Forum on Thursday, May 29 from 7:00-9:00pm at Montgomery College, Globe Hall, 20200 Observation Drive, Germantown. FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Press is also invited.

Forum Candidates will include:
-Phil Andrews
-Doug Duncan
-Ike Leggett

This is a great opportunity for our member, local businesses and the public to talk with the candidates about their concerns. Attendees will also hear from the candidates on the various issues impacting the business community in Gaithersburg, Germantown and the County. The format will be opening remarks from the panel, followed by formal Q&A from our moderator, with a few questions from the floor.

Advance registration is suggested.

When:
Thursday, May 29, 2014 7:00 PM thru 09:00 PM
Where:
Montgomery College
Globe Hall
20200 Observation Drive
Germantown, MD 20876
Registration:
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Friday, June 13, 2014Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting
You're invited! Come out and support new Chamber Member Revere Bank and celebrate their grand opening. Cutting will occur at 2:15pm and refreshments will be offered. We hope to see you there!

When:
Friday, June 13, 2014 2:00 PM thru 03:00 PM
Where:
Revere Bank
820 West Diamond Avenue
Suite 110
Gaithersburg
Registration:
For More Info:
Laura Rowles
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Tuesday, June 17, 2014Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

SPEAKER: Rich Bendis, BioHealth Innovation

GGCC Members Only!

When:
Tuesday, June 17, 2014 8:30 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:

ON ZOOM                      

ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.                    

Contact Paula Ross to register -  pross@ggchamber.org

 
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, June 18, 2014Committee Meeting

Joint Committee Meeting

Joint Committee Meeting
This Joint Committee meeting is an opportunity for these two important committees to work together on how membership and events interact to make our Chamber effective for our members. Open to all Chamber Members.

GGCC Members Only Please!

When:
Wednesday, June 18, 2014 8:00 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
20025 Century Boulevard
Germantown, MD 20874
Registration:
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Friday, June 20, 2014Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting
Come out and support new Chamber Member Potbelly Germantown at their brand new store. Potbelly corporation is a fast growing neighborhood sandwich concept offering toasty, warm sandwiches, craveable salads, hand dipped milkshakes all made fresh to order and delicious cookies baked fresh each day. Cutting will occur at 3:15pm and refreshments will be offered. We hope to see you there!

Agenda:
3:15PM: Ribbon cutting and photos with the Gaithersburg Chamber of Commerce.
3:30PM: Refreshments & Networking / Quick tour of the restaurant

When:
Friday, June 20, 2014 3:00 PM thru 04:00 PM
Where:
Potbelly
20940 Frederick Road
Germantown, MD
Registration:
Free & Open to all. Please register in advance so we can provide Potbelly with an accurate count, thank you!

Register Now!

For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Thursday, June 26, 2014Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Meeting

Come help us plan the Annual Business Golf Classic! Each September, nearly 100 decision makers and business professionals enjoy a day away from the office by participating in the GGCC's Annual Business Golf Classic. This day of networking and competitive fun is a much anticipated event each year. You don't need to golf to be a part of this fabulous committee. If you enjoy planning special events, helping to secure sponsors, door prizes and becoming involved in the marketing and promotion of the event - then join us. We hope you will join us in planning this terrific outing and we will see you in September as a sponsor and /or player and be a part of this year’s Business Golf Classic. GGCC Members Only.

Interested in joining the committee? Contact Laura @ lrowles@ggchamber.org.

When:
Thursday, June 26, 2014 10:00 AM thru 11:00 AM
Where:
Conference Call
Interested in being on the committee?
Email Laura for the call-in #.
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Friday, June 27, 2014Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting
You're invited! Come out and support new Chamber Member Pet Valu and celebrate their grand opening. Pet Valu is a specialty pet retailer that carries the latest in premium and holistic pet foods, as well as a great selection of the latest pet toys and supplies. Come & discover what they have to offer. Cutting will occur at 4:15pm and refreshments will be offered. We hope to see you there!

When:
Friday, June 27, 2014 4:00 PM thru 05:00 PM
Where:
Pet Valu
Firstfield Shopping Center
515 Quince Orchard Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Registration:
Free for All!

Register Now!

For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Wednesday, July 09, 2014Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, July 9, 2014 12:00 PM
Where:
ON ZOOM
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.
Contact Philippa Channer to register - pchanner@ggchamber.org
For More Info:
301.840.1400 x14
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Tuesday, July 15, 2014Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (DBED)
· DBED Overview
· BioMaryland Center
· Maryland Venture Fund

SPEAKER: Judy Costello, Deputy Director, BioMaryland Center

When:
Tuesday, July 15, 2014 8:30 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:

ON ZOOM                      

ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.                    

Contact Paula Ross to register -  pross@ggchamber.org

 
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, July 16, 2014Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting
All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, July 16, 2014 8:00 AM
Where:
ON ZOOM
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.
Contact Angela LaPadula to register - alapadula@ggchamber.org
Registration:
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org

Tuesday, July 22, 2014Legislative

Legislative: Coffee with Congressman John K. Delaney

Legislative: Coffee with Congressman John K. Delaney
Please Join Congressman John K. Delaney (MD-06) for Coffee and Conversation. Space is limited; RSVP to: Jeff.Samuels@mail.house.gov or (301)926-0300

When:
Tuesday, July 22, 2014 12:30 PM thru 01:45 PM
Where:
The Star Diner
705 Center Point Way
The Kentlands
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Registration:
Register at Jeff.Samuels@mail.house.gov or
(301)926-0300
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Tuesday, July 29, 2014Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting
Come out and support new Chamber Member Union Jack's at their brand new restaurant in the Rio. Union Jack's is a British Pub featuring British and American fare, game-watching, live music on weekends and private rooms for corporate events. Cutting will occur at 4:15pm and then register to join us at the Young Professionals Group Happy Hour right after the cutting. We hope to see you there!

Agenda:
4:15PM: Ribbon cutting and photos with the Gaithersburg Chamber of Commerce.
4:30-6:00PM: Young Professionals Group Happy Hour & Networking

When:
Tuesday, July 29, 2014 4:00 PM thru 04:30 PM
Where:
Union Jack's Rio
9811 Washingtonian Blvd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Registration:
Free for GGCC Members & Non-Members
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Thursday, July 31, 2014Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting
You're invited! Come out and support Chamber Member Walmart and celebrate their grand Re-opening. Walmart is a department store selling general merchandise and limited food merchandise. Come & check out what they did to the store. Cutting will occur at 7:15am, followed by a tour of the store. Refreshments will be offered. We hope to see you there!

When:
Thursday, July 31, 2014 7:00 AM thru 08:00 AM
Where:
Walmart
20910 North Frederick Road
Germantown, MD 20876
Registration:
Free and Open to All!

Register Now!

For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Friday, August 08, 2014Other Special Event

Public Safety Awards

Public Safety Awards
We invite you to come and join us as we recognize the heroic deeds of our local law enforcement and fire-rescue workers at our Annual Public Safety Awards Breakfast on Friday, August 8 at 7:30am at the Montgomery County Agricultural Center, Inc., 16 Chestnut Street, Gaithersburg. These men and women go above and beyond the call of duty to serve our local community and we want them to know we appreciate them and their hard work. Thank you to our Title Sponsor - Paul Davis Restoration and Remodeling. Sponsorship's and tickets are now available.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Title:
Paul Davis Restoration and Remodeling

Shining Silver:
City of Gaithersburg
The Gazette
Hughes Network Systems, LLC
Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union
Montgomery County Employee Federal Credit Union

Table:
Asbury Methodist Village
Berman, Sobin, Gross, Feldman & Darby LLP
Gaithersburg Police Foundation
Holy Cross Hospital
Johns Hopkins University Montgomery County Campus
Kaplan University
Lerner Enterprises / Black Hills Development
OBA Bank
PEPCO
Robert Cowdrey
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
Therrien Waddell, Inc.
Walmart

Public Safety Official Sponsor:
A Cat Clinic
GeneDx
Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chtd.
Linowes & Blocher, LLP
Maryland Leadership Workshops
Randy Scritchfield, CFP
Robert Cowdrey
Scheer Partners, Inc.
Sonabank
Strive...  More >>

When:
Friday, August 8, 2014 7:30 AM thru 10:30 AM
Where:
Montgomery County Agricultural Center, Inc.
16 Chestnut Street
Harvest Building
Gaithersburg
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Thursday, August 14, 2014Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Meeting


When:
Thursday, August 14, 2014 11:00 AM thru 11:30 AM
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Monday, September 08, 2014Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting
Come and help Venti Tre Modern Italian celebrate their grand opening of their new restaurant in Crown! Venti Tre is an Italian fast casual concept that mixes classic techniques with modern flavors to allow guests to customize their own Pasta, Salad or Piada. Free for All. Advance registration requested.

Event Schedule:
5:00 pm Mix & Mingle / Network
5:15 pm Ribbon Cutting
5:30 pm Tours & Lite refreshments

When:
Monday, September 8, 2014 5:00 PM thru 06:00 PM
Where:
Venti Tre Modern Italian
128 Ellington Blvd. (Crown)
Gaithersburg
Registration:
Free for all. Early registration is suggested.

Register Now!

For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Wednesday, September 10, 2014Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, September 10, 2014 12:00 PM thru 12:46 PM
Where:
ON ZOOM
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.
Contact Philippa Channer to register - pchanner@ggchamber.org
For More Info:
301.840.1400 x14
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Friday, September 12, 2014Other Special Event

GOLF 2014

GOLF 2014
Grow Your Business & Play Golf at the Same Time! The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber's Annual Business Golf Classic will be held on Friday, September 12 at Worthington Manor Golf Club with a Noon shotgun. This tournament is intended to offer enjoyable golf and the opportunity to network.  Meet business owners, representatives and supporters of business as you complete your round. Incredible prizes, golf contests, food and drinks await you on this unique golf experience. Sponsorships are now available and golfers are wanted. A Portion of the proceeds supports the Montgomery College Scholarship Fund.

Tournament Schedule:
Driving Range Open: 10:30 am
Registration Begins: 10:30 am
Lunch: 11:30 am
Shotgun Start: 12:00 pm
Award Reception: 5:00 pm

Tournament Features:
Scramble Scoring
Beat The Pro
Hole In One Contest
Closest to the Pin
Longest Drive
And more..........

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Tournament
Genesis Security Systems, LLC
Hughes Network Systems, LLC
Montgomery College Germantown Campus
Therrien Waddell, Inc.

Golfer Gift
DeLeon & Stang CPAs & Advisors
Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union

Reception Sponsor
Riparius Construction, Inc.
Scheer Partners, Inc.

Lunch Sponsor
Lakeforest Mall

Hole In One
Sheehy Ford and Lincoln

Beverage Cart Sponsor:
Linowes & Blocher

Putting Contest
1-800-JUNK-REFUND

Closest to the Pin Men
Robert...  More >>

When:
Friday, September 12, 2014 10:30 AM thru 06:15 PM
Where:
Worthington Manor
8329 Fingerboard Road
Urbana, MD 21704
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Tuesday, September 16, 2014Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

Montgomery Village Master Plan
Renée M. Kamen, Senior Planner, Montgomery County Planning Department

The Montgomery County Planning Department will provide an overview of the upcoming Master Plan for Montgomery Village. With the closing of the golf course, this Master Plan will have a significant impact on the greater Gaithersburg area.

GGCC Members Only!

When:
Tuesday, September 16, 2014 8:30 AM
Where:

ON ZOOM                      

ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.                    

Contact Paula Ross to register -  pross@ggchamber.org

 
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Tuesday, September 16, 2014Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting
Come and help the Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences celebrate the grand opening of their new library/media center. The Barnesville School offers a joyful and vigorous academic program for Preschool through 8th Grade students that includes hands-on and experiential learning in and outside the classroom, cross-curricular and collaborative teaching, character education, and extracurricular opportunities. Small class sizes enable teachers to work closely with each student to ensure he or she is fully engaged and challenged. Graduates leave well-prepared for success in high school and beyond.

Event Schedule:
11:30-12:00 Mix & Mingle / Network
12:00 Ribbon Cutting
12:00-12:30 Tours & Lite refreshments

When:
Tuesday, September 16, 2014 11:30 AM thru 12:30 PM
Where:
The Barnesville School
21830 Peach Tree Road
Barnesville
Registration:
Free for GGCC Members and Non-Members

Register Now!

For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org

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