News and Announcements Archive
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| April 7, 2008 to May 8, 2008 (Records 1 to 25 of 107) | Earlier | Earliest |
Displayed May 8, 2008 to May 14, 2008
Come See What's New!
The Longwood Community Center invites the public to visit to attend an “Open House” on Wednesday, May 14 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. to see their new Weight and Exercise Room and their new Meeting/Conference Room. While there Access Cards (user cards) will printed while you wait. Visitors can also enjoy a free trial workout and be eligible for door prizes. For more information call 240.777.6920.
Displayed May 7, 2008 to May 12, 2008
Mother's Day Special
Al Sospiro Trattoria Romana & Wine Bar will be open on Mother’s Day from 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Reservations are recommended for parties over six. Owner Antonio Lombardi also announces the opening of the outdoor terrace for his guests’ enjoyment. For more information or to make reservations please call 301.570.3185.
Displayed May 7, 2008 to May 18, 2008
Olney Days
The Annual Olney Days will be held this year on May 16-18. There will be a variety of events throughout the weekend ending with the parade on Sunday, May 18. The Greater Olney Civic Association sponsors the event. For more information or a schedule of events visit www.goca.org.
Displayed May 7, 2008 to May 19, 2008
Holiday Vacations at Globetrotter Travel
Now’s the time to start thinking about Christmas vacation. Christmas and New Year always book up months in advance, so we’ve reserved several cabins on these holiday sailings. Why race all around in the snow, when you can do your Christmas shopping in the Caribbean on the December 20 sailing of the brand new Ruby Princess. Or raise a toast to the New Year as you sail towards St. Thomas on the December 28 sailing of the Crown Princess. A deposit is all that is required to hold your cabin. Hurry and call Globetrotter Travel today for more information at 301-570-2600.
Displayed May 7, 2008 to May 29, 2008
2008 Small Business Assistance Conference
The Department of Economic Development will hold “Business Success-Today & Tomorrow” on Thursday, May 29 from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The conference will be held at the Crown Plaza in Silver Spring. The cost of the conference is $35. For more information on programs to be presented or to register for the conference call 240.777.2000 or visit www.smartmontgomery.com.
Displayed May 2, 2008 to May 3, 2008
Red Cross Blood Drive
The Academy of Martial Arts is sponsoring a Blood Drive on Saturday, May 3 from 11:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Academy of Martial Arts is located at 18312 Village Mart Drive in Olney. For more information call 301.774.4995.
Displayed April 28, 2008 to May 3, 2008
Home Buyers Seminar
Weichert Realtors will be holding a free Home Buyers Seminar on Saturday, May 3rd at 11:00 AM. Come to hear about current market conditions in Olney and surrounding areas, special 1st-time buyer financing programs and general real estate information. Seating is limited, so registration is required. Call 301-681-0555 to register.
Displayed April 28, 2008 to April 28, 2008
Dine and Donate
On Monday, April 28, Olney Chamber member Jose Vasquez owner of Olney Tavern will donate 20% of all sales to the American Cancer Society-Olney Relay for Life. The Olney Tavern is located at 18101 Town Center Drive. Stop in for a drink and a bite and support the Olney Relay for Life.
Displayed April 28, 2008 to May 15, 2008
32nd Annual FORE! Your Health Golf and Tennis Classic
Sponsored by Montgomery General, this annual classic offers both golf and tennis along with a continental breakfast, lunch and a reception/awards dinner. The Classic is scheduled for Thursday, May 15 at Manor Country Club. Please contact Kathy Parry at kparry@montgomerygeneral.com or 301.774.8777 with questions or to register.
Displayed April 28, 2008 to May 19, 2008
Robyn Quinter Named ATHENA Recipient
Robyn Quinter of Quinter Design was selected as the recipient of the 3rd Annual Olney-Sandy Spring ATHENA Award. The award was presented during a luncheon at Brooke Grove Retirement Village on Friday, April 25. Robyn Quinter has put her creative mark on the greater Olney area through her creation of brochures, directories, posters, invitations, t-shirts, ads, logos, programs and more for the last fifteen years. Some of the organizations that have benefited from Robyn’s creativity are the Olney Chamber of Commerce, the Sandy Spring Museum, the Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department, the Olney Theatre Center, Brooke Grove Retirement Village, Salute to Military Golf, Montgomery Alliance, and Olney Help, just to name a few. Robyn is most proud of her advocacy on behalf of the MD Coalition of Families for Children’s Mental Health. Jane Walker, Director of the Coalition, said that “Robyn’s advocacy and concern for the children is unwavering.” Robyn’s involvement and selflessness also spreads to education and mentoring. She is always ready and available to share her knowledge of graphic design and marketing through workshops and seminars. She mentors high school and college students who are considering the graphic design field. Also nominated for this year’s award were Diane Grimes, Anne Willson, Elizabeth Garrettson, and Esther Newman. All the candidates truly represented the spirit of the ATHENA Award, a dedication of self and a generosity of spirit. The Olney Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate Robyn and all the nominees.
Displayed April 28, 2008 to May 5, 2008
Special Thanks
Special Thanks to Martha and Charles Cunningham at Play N Trade for hosting last week’s Biz Buzz. Many in attendance brought along their sons and daughters in honor of “take your child to work day.” Kids young and old enjoyed networking and trying their hand at several video games.
Displayed April 28, 2008 to May 30, 2008
Olney Farmer's Market
The Olney Farmer’s Market will be open again starting May 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Olney Town Center. For more info see www.olneyfarmersmarket.org.
Displayed April 28, 2008 to April 30, 2008
OTCAC Meeting
The Olney Town Center Advisory Committee continues to seek community input on its illustration of the 2005 Master Plan update for the 90-acre mixed-use Olney Town Center area. The next presentation of their plan will take place on Wednesday, April 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the RE/MAX Building. The OTCAC is chartered by the Maryland National Park & Planning Commission to create a common community-based vision and guidelines for how the town center could look in the future and how it might function in relation to surrounding neighborhoods. The OTCAC is encouraging businesses to look at its visualization of a mixed-use town center and provide feedback. Visit www.olneytowncenter.org for more information.
Displayed April 24, 2008 to May 5, 2008
Relay For Life Needs
Relay For Life Needs Accounting/Data Entry Help: With the 2008 Relay For Life of Olney event coming up on Saturday, May 31st, the relay committee is looking for volunteers who can help with accounting and data entry (MS excel) tasks. Volunteers are needed for 2-3 hours on three days in May, including the actual event. Please contact Michael Moriarty at 240-994-1725 or relaymike@verizon.net to volunteer or for more info. Its a great way to join our communitys efforts to find a cure for cancer. Relay For Life of Olney is a fundraising event for the American Cancer Society.
Displayed April 24, 2008 to May 31, 2008
Shop Olney First
Now that spring is in the air keep the local businesses in mind for all your spring and summer time needs. Shop for new spring clothes, purchase party supplies for all those special events, and get fresh flowers, plants and decorative flags to spruce up your home. Shop for unique, one of a kind gifts, and even have something monogramed. Call a landscaper to start a lawn maintenance program. Have a tune up your car before taking your summer trips. Have your carpets cleaned or replaced. Hire a local limo driver to make sure you arrive in style and on time to all those special events and then dont forget to have dinner at one of Olney’s great restaurants to celebrate that special occasion. You can find all that here in Olney. For a complete listing of all Chamber businesses do a member search for your special needs today.
Displayed April 18, 2008 to May 16, 2008
Volunteers Needed for Joe's Ride
Olney Days is just around the corner and organizers for the Annual Joe’s Ride are looking for sponsors, volunteers and participants. Joe’s Ride will take place on Saturday, May 17. Forms for sponsorship and participation are available on the Greater Olney Civic Association’s website at www.goca.org.
Displayed April 14, 2008 to April 30, 2008
Health Challenge
Olney Golf Park is pleased to announce its exclusive golf sponsorship of the Gazette Newspapers Healthy Challenge. The Healthy Challenge kicks off this week with two teams competing against each other for three months to lose weight and win physical, recreational and cooking match-ups. Olney Golf Park will host the competing teams in a golf challenge on Sunday, June 1.
Displayed April 14, 2008 to April 24, 2008
April Biz Bizz
The Olney Chamber of Commerce’s month Biz Buzz will be held this month at Play N Trade. The Biz Buzz falls on April 24 the day set aside as “Take Your Sons and Daughters to Work Day.” The Chamber invites its members to finish up the day with their children by stopping by Play N Trade for some informal networking and fun. The Biz Buzz is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Play N Trade is located at 18200 A Georgia Ave. in the Hillcrest Shopping Center.
Displayed April 14, 2008 to May 9, 2008
1776 at the Olney Theatre
The Olney Theatre Center presents “1776” a lighthearted look at John Adams, Ben Franklin and Thomas Jefferson as they grapple with the Continental Congress and independence from Britain. This critically acclaimed musical comedy is filled with lively songs, witty dialogue and true American spirit. The show will run from April 9 through May 11 on the new main stage. For ticket information visit www.olneytheatre.org.
Displayed April 14, 2008 to April 18, 2008
A Community Opportunity
The local branch of CHADD (Children & Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is looking for volunteers to help with a new program that will take place here in Olney at the Olney Golf Park. The program will teach the basics of golf to children with AD/HD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and a wide variety of other mental health conditions. Participants will range in age from 6-17. The program is free to the children. While the children are golfing the parents will be educated on disabilities, supporting their children in school, social activities, and more. No golf experience is needed to participate as a volunteer. Volunteers are needed to set up the learning areas for the children and the adults. Event sponsors and trophy sponsors are also needed. To learn more about this great community opportunity, attend the kick off meeting on April 16 at 7:00 p.m. at Winter Growth in Olney. For more information contact Paul Bolton at 301.774.5084.
Displayed April 7, 2008 to April 30, 2008
Travel Special
Celebrate Alaskas 50th anniversary as Americas 49th state by taking a cruise or cruise tour in 2009. This is a wonderful opportunity for history buffs and groups, and Globetrotter Travel has acquired group space on Princess Cruises for their May 9-September 14 sailing season. Princess provides seamless travel in Alaska with private cars on the Denali and McKinley Express trains, and Princess-owned lodges created specifically for their land tours. 2009 promises to be an exciting and busy year for Alaska; call or visit us today! 301-570-2600.
Displayed April 7, 2008 to April 21, 2008
Retail Sales Associate
Paulas Boutique, a womens specialty store in Olney, MD is seeking sales associates, 25-30 hours per week with retail experience and customer service skills. Must be flexible, a multi-tasker, able to type and be computer literate. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Competitive benefits. Fax resume 301-570-4130 or call 301-570-9431. Only those considered will be contacted.
Displayed April 7, 2008 to April 25, 2008
ATHENA Luncheon Update
The ATHENA Luncheon will be held on April 25 at noon at Brooke Grove Retirement Village. The ATHENA Award will be presented. The ATHENA recognizes women from the greater Olney-Sandy Spring community who have shown a “dedication of self and generosity of spirit” through professional and personal leadership and community service. This year’s nominees include Ester B. Newman, Diane Grimes, Robyn Quinter, Elizabeth Garrettson, and Anne Willson. If you are interested in attending the luncheon or recognizing a woman in your life by way of a tribute or honor in the ATHENA program call the Olney Chamber office at 301.774.7117.
Displayed April 7, 2008 to April 16, 2008
OTCAC Seeking Applicants
The Olney Town Center Advisory Committee is looking for nominations from small business property owners within the Olney Town Center to fill a vacant seat on its board. The committee will help to refine the master plan by creating a community supported town center concept that would serve as a guide to future developers. Completed forms should be submitted to info@olneytowncenter.org by April 16, 2008. For more information or nomination forms visit www.olneytowncenter.org.
Displayed April 7, 2008 to April 30, 2008
On the Move Special
Embroidery Express invites Chamber members to visit their new location in the Olney Town Center at 18119 Town Center Drive. Stop by and check out our 75% off CUSTOMER APPRECIATION sale. To celebrate our move, we would like to extend a free set up on embroidery projects of 24 pieces or more to members of the Olney Chamber of Commerce. This offer is good during the month of April.