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Wednesday, May 11, 2016Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, May 11, 2016 12:00 PM thru 01:00 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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Wednesday, May 18, 2016Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

We have two topics this month

  1. Briefing from County Councilmember Craig Rice – This is great opportunity to learn more about what the County Council is doing right now and what plans are in the works.

     

  2. Briefing from Universities at Shady Grove on their recently funded 4th academic building - Biomedical Sciences and Engineering Education Facility (BSE) – The Chamber helped to advocate for the funding for the new building. It will be a great addition to an already great educational asset.

GGCC Members Only!


When:
Wednesday, May 18, 2016 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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Thursday, May 19, 2016Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting
All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Thursday, May 19, 2016 8:00 AM thru 09:00 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

Thursday, May 19, 2016Other Special Event

Wine Tasting

Wine Tasting

The GGCC will hold its 13th Annual Wine Tasting at the Kentlands Mansion. Each ticket includes a wine-tasting glass and tastings.

 

The event sponsors include:

  • The City of Gaithersburg
  • Pinky and Pepe’s Grape Escape
  • The Melting Pot Gaithersburg
  • Nalley Fresh
  • Nothing Bundt Cakes
  • Not Your Average Joe's 
  • Asia Nine 
  • Savory Gourmet Catering & Events 
  • Bargain Movers
  • Crown Trophy 
  • DrinkMore Water 

 

This year’s wine tasting features a guided wine tasting tutorial four featured wines compliments of Pinky & Pepe of Pinky and Pepe’s Grape Escape. Also attendees will receive a special discount coupon to use that week in the Pinky and Pepe’s Grape Escape Kentlands store.

 

The wine will be paired with delicious food from Asia Nine; Nalley Fresh, Not Your Average Joe's; Savory Gourmet Catering & Events and fresh strawberries dipped in chocolate will be served compliments of the Melting Pot Gaithersburg. And bundtinis will be served by Nothing Bundt Cakes

 

Cost: Tickets are $35 for GGCC Members & First-Time Visitors; and $65 for Returning Non-Members.


When:
Thursday, May 19, 2016 5:30 PM thru 07:30 PM
Where:
Kentlands Mansion
320 Kent Square Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Registration:
Cancellation Policy: 24 hours. No refunds. Payment is due in advance. Thank you.
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Saturday, May 21, 2016Other Special Event

Gaithersburg Book Festival

Gaithersburg Book Festival
The Gaithersburg Book Festival is a literary festival in Gaithersburg, Maryland that was modeled after the National Book Festival in Washington DC. Authors of both national and local acclaim address and interact with readers at a free all-day, outdoor event set on the grounds of Gaithersburg’s City Hall. The event has something for everyone covering a wide range of topics including children's books, memoirs, fiction, non-fiction, historical novels, and much more. The festival includes panel discussions on hot topics in the book world and one-on-one conversations between authors and critics and industry insiders.

Free parking and shuttle buses are available from the Shady Grove Metro station and Lakeforest Mall.

Learn more at gaithersburgbookfestival.org.

When:
Saturday, May 21, 2016 10:00 AM thru 06:00 PM
Where:
Grounds of Gaithersburg City Hall
31 S. Summit Avenue
Gaithersburg
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Wednesday, June 08, 2016Other Special Event

SEMINAR: GGCC Entrepreneur Breakfast III

SEMINAR: GGCC Entrepreneur Breakfast III

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. WALK-INS ARE MOST WELCOME.

 

GGCC Entrepreneur Breakfast Series: "How to Find the Funding"

 

How do I find the money to start my business? How do I fund my start-up? How do I find ways to make my project stand out?

 

Funding is the fuel on which a business runs. A business can take different avenues to attain funding, and more than one option can be used. This entrepreneur series - FUNDING - will discuss the options on how one can secure a variety of funding options & help improve your odds of success.

 

The morning will begin with our Keynote Speaker Elie Ashery, President/CEO of Gold Lasso, who will speak about funding.

 

He will be followed by a panel discussion of entrepreneurs that include: Kay Hechler, Owner, Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa and Leigh Press, President, PCC Construction Components, Inc. and more. Each panelist will share their funding story

 

Registration begins at 7:45, program begins promptly at 8:15

 

Sponsored byMontgomery College Germantown Campus & ADD YOUR NAME HERE!

  


When:
Wednesday, June 8, 2016 7:45 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:

Montgomery College
Germantown Innovation Center
20271 Goldenrod Lane
2nd Floor
Germantown 

Germantown Directions: From I-270 take 118 Germantown Road Exit East, then take the 1st street EAST of I-270, turn right on Goldenrod Lane, it is the first building on the left.

IMPORTANT PARKING INFORMATION - Please park in the second lot PAST THE BUILDING - Spaces are marked GIC Reserved or GIC Visitor.

Registration:

Chamber Members & Guests: $20
Non-Member: $40
 

  
For More Info:
Laura Rowles
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, June 08, 2016Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, June 8, 2016 12:00 PM thru 01:00 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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Friday, June 10, 2016Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Meeting

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.

This meeting is via conference call. Interested in joining the committee? Contact Laura @ lrowles@ggchamber.org.


When:
Friday, June 10, 2016 10:00 AM thru 11:00 AM
Where:
Conference Call
Registration:
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Sunday, June 12, 2016Other Special Event

Celebrate Gaithersburg

Celebrate Gaithersburg

The 34th Annual Celebrate! Gaithersburg Festival will draw an entire community to Gaithersburg’s historic city center. The one-day event is scheduled for Sunday, June 12, 2016, from noon to 5 p.m., and will include multiple stages of live entertainment, food, and themed activity areas for all ages and interests.

Celebrate! Gaithersburg in Olde Towne street festival takes place in and around the intersection of Summit and Diamond Avenues.

Free shuttle service is available to and from satellite parking at Lakeforest Shopping Center. Additional parking is available at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park, less than a quarter mile from the festival area. 

For more information and/or to sponsor this event, visit:  http://gaithersburgmd.gov/leisure/special-events/celebrate-gaithersburg-in-olde-towne.


When:
Sunday, June 12, 2016 12:00 PM thru 05:00 PM
Where:
Olde Towne Gaithersburg
East Diamond & Summit Avenues
Gaithersburg
For More Info:
City of Gaithersburg
301-258-6350
parksrec@gaithersburgmd.gov
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Wednesday, June 15, 2016Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

TOPIC: Montgomery County's Proposed Rapid Transit System (RTS) System 

The briefing will include:

  1. Overview of the Countys' RTS proposal 
  2. Status update on the Corridor Cities Transitway
  3. In-depth look at the proposal Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) slated for Route 355. The 21 mile BRT extends from Bethesda to Clarksburg.

SPEAKERS: Joana Conklin, Montgomery County Department of Transportation and Rick Kiegel, Maryland Transit Administration

GGCC Members Only!


When:
Wednesday, June 15, 2016 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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Thursday, June 16, 2016Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting
All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Thursday, June 16, 2016 8:00 AM thru 09:00 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

Wednesday, June 29, 2016Other Special Event

Chamber Night at the Frederick Keys

Chamber Night at the Frederick Keys

Join us for an awesome evening of baseball watching the Gaithersburg Giants.

 

The Gaithersburg Giants are a part of the Cal Ripken Collegiate Baseball League, an amateur summer wooden bat baseball league comprised of twelve teams in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Region.

 

Please register in advance.


When:
Wednesday, June 29, 2016 6:30 PM thru 09:00 PM
Where:

Criswell Automotive Field at Kelley Park
400 Victory Farm Lane
Gaithersburg


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Thursday, June 30, 2016Orientation Session

New Member Orientation

New Member Orientation

GGCC New Members will learn how to maximize their Chamber membership and the benefits of the GGCC. Come and discover the best way to get a return on investment.

Please note this event is for Chamber Members only. Advance registration is requested. The event will end at 9:30am. Thank you.

Sponsored by: Homewood Suites Gaithersburg


When:
Thursday, June 30, 2016 8:00 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:

Homewood Suites Gaithersburg
805 Russell Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20879

Registration:
GGCC Members Only Please!  
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Friday, July 08, 2016Other Special Event

Public Safety Awards

Public Safety Awards

The GGCC will honor local heroes from Public Safety personnel of the Upcounty for their courageous, life-saving actions at the 21st Annual Public Safety Awards Breakfast.

 

We invite you to this time-honored tradition as we recognize the heroic deeds of our local law enforcement and fire-rescue workers at our Annual Public Safety Awards Breakfast on Friday, July 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 SPONSORS

Title
Paul Davis Restoration and Remodeling (www.pdrmontgomery.com)

 

Official Gift Sponsor
Lerner Enterprises (www.lernerenterprises.com)

 

Shining Silver
Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center (www.adventisthealthcare.com)
City of Gaithersburg (www.gaithersburgmd.gov)
Hughes Network Systems, LLC (www.hughes.com)
Montgomery County EFCU (www.mcefcu.org)

 

Table Sponsors:
Asbury Methodist Village (www.asburymethodistvillage.org)
Berman, Sobin, Gross, Feldman & Darby LLP (www.bsgfdlaw.com)
Gaithersburg Police Foundation (www.gaithersburgpolicefoundation.com)
Hair Cuttery Muddy Branch Shopping Center (www.haircuttery.com)  
Holy Cross Germantown Hospital (www.holycrosshealth.org)
Johns Hopkins University (www.mcc.jhu.edu)
Lakeforest Mall / United Security, Inc. (www.shoplakeforest.com)
Legal Shield (www.legalshield.com/hub/hepnera)
Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chartered (www.lerchearly.com)
Lerner Enterprises (www.lernerenterprises.com)
PCC Construction Components, Inc. (www.teampcc.com)
Pepco (www.pepco.com)
Rodgers Consulting, Inc. (www.rodgers.com)
Therrien Waddell, Inc. (www.therrienwaddell.com

 

Public Safety Official Sponsor
GeneDx
Linowes & Blocher, LLP
On-Site
Rossi Commercial Real Estate, LLC
Scheer Partners, Inc.
 

Gift Sponsor
& Pizza Germantown
Copper Canyon Grill
Corner Bakery Gaithersburg
GrillMarX Steakhouse & Raw Bar
Hair Cuttery Muddy Branch Shopping Center
Holiday Inn Gaithersburg
Linganore Winecellars
Melting Pot Gaithersburg
Montgomery Country Club
Nalley Fresh
Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Pinky & Pepe's Grape Escape
Randy Scritchfield, CFP®
Sardi's Chicken Group

 

Official Photography Donated by / Sponsored by: Sugarloaf Photography by Fabrizio (www.sugarloafphoto.smugmug.com)

 

Honor Guard by: Gaithersburg Police Department (www.gaithersburgmd.gov)

  

When:
Friday, July 8, 2016 7:30 AM thru 10:00 AM
Where:
Montgomery County Agricultural Center, Inc.
16 Chestnut Street
Heritage Building
Gaithersburg
Registration:
$35 Members & Guests / $60 Non-Members (Early Bird $30 until May 6)
$550 Shining Silver Sponsor / $300 Table Sponsor
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, July 13, 2016Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, July 13, 2016 12:00 PM thru 01:00 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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Wednesday, July 20, 2016Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

Committee Work Session - Developing an Economic Development Profile for North I-270 Corridor

This will be a continuation of the project we started earlier in the year to develop a profile of commercial space available in the Upcounty. We will present the data we've collected, get your feedback, and brainstorm other data we need to complete the project.  

GGCC Members Only!


When:
Wednesday, July 20, 2016 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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Thursday, July 21, 2016Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting
All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Thursday, July 21, 2016 8:00 AM thru 09:00 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

Wednesday, August 03, 2016Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Meeting

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.

This meeting is via conference call. Interested in joining the committee? Contact Laura @ lrowles@ggchamber.org.


When:
Wednesday, August 3, 2016 10:00 AM thru 10:30 AM
Where:
Conference Call
Registration:
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Friday, August 26, 2016Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting: La Casita CA Cocina

Ribbon Cutting: La Casita CA Cocina

You're invited to the Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of La Casita CA Cocina                                   .

 

Come and support La Casita CA Cocina as they celebrate their grand opening. La Casita Cocina is Central American food with a twist. They use only fresh ingredients and serve food in a modern space using natural lighting.

Cutting will occur at 11:15 am. We hope to see you there! 

 

AGENDA
11:00 AM Networking 
11:15 AM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
11:30 AM Refreshments & Networking

  

When:
Friday, August 26, 2016 11:00 AM thru 12:00 PM
Where:
La Casita CA Cocina
2 East Diamond Avenue
Gaithersburg                                 
Registration:
Free for All. Advance registration requested.

REGISTER NOW!

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

Friday, September 09, 2016Other Special Event

GOLF 2016

GOLF 2016

Grow Your Business & Play Golf at the Same Time! The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber's Annual Business Golf Classic will be held on Friday, September 9 at Worthington Manor Golf Club with a 9:30 AM 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: 7:30 am
Registration Begins: 7:30 am
Lunch: 11:30 am
Putt*A*Rama: 9:00 am
Shotgun Start: 9:30 am|
Award Reception: 3:00 pm

 

Tournament Features:

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

 

 

Add Your Name Here!  

Tournament Sponsor
City of Gaithersburg
Genesis Security Systems. LLC
Hughes Network Systems, LLC
Montgomery College Germantown  

 

Golfer Gift
DeLeon & Stang, CPAs & Advisors
Therrien Waddell, Inc.

 

Cocktail Reception Sponsor
DANAC, LLC
Morgan-Keller Construction
Scheer Partners, Inc. 

 

Lunch Sponsor
Lakeforest Mall  

 

Golf Ball Sponsor
ENNIS Legacy Partners 

 

Beverage Cart
Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chartered
Village Settlement, Inc.  

 

Beat the Pro
Randy Scritchfield, CFP® 

 

Putt*A*Rama
Therrien Waddell, Inc.


Hole-In-One
Criswell Auto.com 

 

Driving Range
General Insurance Group, Inc.

 

Long Drive Women
Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chartered 

 

Closest to the Pin Women
GeneDx

 

Eagle Contest
Mezeh Mediterranean Grill 

 

Tee Sponsor
Asbury Methodist Village
DrinkMore Water
DVA Architects
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
GGCC Construction Direct Connect
Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Monument Bank
Revere Bank
Shannon & Luchs Insurance Agency Inc.
Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll PC
WLR Automotive Group, Inc
Zoes Kitchen 

 

Water Sponsor
DrinkMore Water 

  

When:
Friday, September 9, 2016 8:30 AM thru 03:30 PM
Where:
Worthington Manor
8329 Fingerboard Road
Urbana, MD 21704
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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