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The Olney Chamber of Commerce
3460 Olney-Laytonsville Road
Suite 211
Olney, Maryland 20832
301-774-7117
fax: 301-774-4944
News and Announcements Archive
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| August 2, 2010 to August 31, 2010 (Records 1 to 25 of 274) | Earlier | Earliest |
Displayed August 31, 2010 to October 16, 2010
5K Run/Walk and Fun Run
House of Hope, Maryland is sponsoring a 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run on Saturday, October 16. The race starts at Oakdale Emory Church in Olney at 8:30 a.m. This is the 4th Annual 5K Hope Run/Walk and Fun Run.
Displayed August 31, 2010 to September 20, 2010
Take the Arts Home
The Olney Theatre Center is seeking nearby residents interested in loaning a vehicle or a room in their home to an actor/artist in the upcoming show Misalliance during the months of September and October. If you are interested please call Bobby Maglaughlin at 301.924.4485 x 101.
Displayed August 31, 2010 to September 25, 2010
Flapjax at the Fields
Back by popular demand-Flapjax at the Fields on Saturday, September 25 from 8:00-11:00 a.m. at the OBGC Community Park. Stop by for breakfast and support OBGC at the same time. Visit www.OBGC.com for more information.
Displayed August 31, 2010 to October 2, 2010
Poker Run
Crime Solvers of Montgomery County, Maryland has been serving the community for 32 years. Crime Solvers is sponsoring a Poker Runto be held SaturdayOctober 2, 2010.
Displayed August 31, 2010 to October 6, 2010
Community Night-Taste of Olney-October 6
Registration information for the Chamber’s signature event – Community Night – will be in the mail this week. Wednesday evening, Oct. 6 is the date and Longwood Community Center is the place to be for the 31st Annual Business Expo and Taste of Olney. It’s always a popular event! Park Police estimate that 3,000 attendees enjoyed the displays, exhibits, kids’ activities, giveaways and delicious food at last year’s event.
Displayed August 24, 2010 to August 27, 2010
Networking Extravaganza
The family of PNC Bank of Olney and the BNI Thursday Lunch Bunch Chapter are extending an invitation to attend their Networking Extravaganza on Friday August 27 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. at the PNC Bank office located at 18100 Town Center Drive.
Displayed August 24, 2010 to September 1, 2010
Blood Drive
Brooke Grove Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is holding an INOVA Blood Drive on Wednesday, Sept. 1 from 2:30-7:00 p.m. BGRV is located at 18131 Slade School Road in Sandy Spring. Appointments preferred, but walk-ins welcome!
Displayed August 24, 2010 to August 29, 2010
Get Healthy
"Do You Know Someone Suffering from Digestive Problems and Gastrointestinal Illnesses?" is a special health presentation to be given Sunday, August 29 at the Holiday Inn Gaithersburg, 2 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD from 5:30-6:30pm.
Displayed August 24, 2010 to August 26, 2010
Biz Buzz This Thursday
Don’t miss this month’s Olney Chamber Biz Buzz on Thursday, August 26 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at The Tavern in Olney. The Biz Buzz is an informal networking opportunity for members to connect and get to know one another. There is no cost to attend and reservations are not needed. There will be a cash bar available for drinks and appetizers. The Tavern is located at 18200 Georgia Ave. Parking is available in Olandwood Suites next door to the Hillcrest Shopping Center. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards and conversation.
Displayed August 24, 2010 to September 5, 2010
Extend Your Marketing Reach
Sponsor the Sandy Spring Museum Historic Homes Tour—October 16. The museum offers sponsorship packages from $500 to $2500. Contact Kym Rice at 202-994-0165 or Kathryn Althage at 301-910-9713 for more information on sponsoring this premier event.
Displayed August 24, 2010 to September 12, 2010
Get Pinned!
Donate $50 or more to the Olney Theatre Center and get pinned! The OTC is looking to match funds donated in honor of artistic director Jim Petosa and his direction of Dinner with Friends.
Displayed August 16, 2010 to August 27, 2010
Small Business Forum
Congresswoman Donna Edwards is hosting a Small Business Forum on August 27 with workshops for small businesses struggling through the recession and seminars on how to contract with the General Services Administration. The forum will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Prince George’s Plaza Community Center in Hyattsville. To RSVP for the forum email 4mdDistrict@mail.house.gov.
Displayed August 16, 2010 to September 10, 2010
Olney Open
The Olney Lions 17th Annual Charity Golf Tournament will be held on September 10 at the Laytonsville Golf Course starting at 9:00 a.m. Cost is $100 part of which is tax deductible. You will receive a round of golf with cart, morning refreshments, lunch (cookout), beverages, and door prizes.
Displayed August 16, 2010 to August 31, 2010
Taking Back the Night
The Greater Olney Community came out in force, "taking back the night," to meet with local police and fire personnel at the Annual National Night Out. The event was once again attended by thousands of area residents at the event’s new location on the Montgomery General Hospital Grounds. Visitors had an opportunity to put a face on the local police and fire departments and ask questions about awareness and safety. Visitors also had an opportunity to enjoy music and great food, enjoy kids activities, and visit with local businesses. Highlights included a rappelling demonstration by the Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department, a chance to pet the Park Police horses, and meeting the new Montgomery County Police District 4 Commander, John Damskey.
Displayed August 6, 2010 to August 25, 2010
Democratic Legislative District 14 Forum
A candidates forum for the District 14 Democrats running for the Maryland Senate and House of Delegates will be held on Wednesday, August 25.
Displayed August 6, 2010 to August 14, 2010
Swing! Swing! Swing!
On Saturday, August 14 the Olney Big Band will high-light some of the finest in big band jazz music. The show will be held at the Olney Theatre Center and begin at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, and $15 for students. Tickets may be obtained from teh band’s website www.olneybigband.org. For more information call 301.593.7205.
Displayed August 6, 2010 to August 31, 2010
Fall Yoga Classes
Sunflower Bodyworks Fall Yoga classes begin Tuesday September 7 and continue through Saturday October 30, 2010. All classes will be held in the beautiful Studio of Ballet Arts in Sandy Spring!
Displayed August 6, 2010 to August 23, 2010
Meet the Republican Legislative Candidates
Meet and talk with the Republican Candiates for State Legislative Office on Monday, August 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Re/Max Building.
Displayed August 6, 2010 to August 14, 2010
Show Your Support
In response to the recent act of vandalism and hate that occured at B’nai Shalom of Olney, the members of that congregation invite those throughout the greater Olney Community to "STAND WITH US AGAINST INTOLERANCE, HATE, AND DIVISIVENESS, AND FOR APPRECIATION, LOVE, AND UNITY" by attending a special service on Saturday, August 14th. The regular Shabbat service will begin at 9:00 am and the special portion of the service will begin at 10:45. For more information about the vandalism incident, visit their website at www.bnaishalomofolney.org or see flyer here.
Displayed August 3, 2010 to January 31, 2011
New Chamber Benefit
The Greater Olney Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Electric Advisors, Inc. to offer a new member benefit. You can now choose who supplies your electricity and natural gas with the commercial and residential utility program from Electric Advisors. You may be able to save as much as 15% off of the rates charged by Pepco or BGE, with a guaranteed price protection for your rate, all at no charge to you.
Displayed August 2, 2010 to August 22, 2010
Special Thanks
The Chamber would like to thank Electric Advisors for last week’s Lunch and Learn. Those who attended learned how to save money on their energy bills at home and at work. Virginia Mauk, Executive Director of the Chamber, signed up during the lunch. It just takes minutes. For more information visit here.
Displayed August 2, 2010 to August 3, 2010
NNO Tuesday
You won’t want to miss Olney’s 17th Annual National Night Out this Tuesday, August 3 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at its new location, the Montgomery General Hospital Grounds. This annual event focuses on crime prevention and police awareness. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Olney Police Satellite Station, the Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department, the MD National Capital Park Police and Crime Solvers.
This year’s event will include demonstrations and information from local police, sheriff, and fire departments to include rappelling, drunk driving simulation, Park Police horses, and more. Music from DJ Good Vibrations will entertain the crowd while visiting exhibits highlighting local businesses, free child id provided by the US Secret Service, free kids games and crafts from the Longwood Community Center, the Olney Chamber raffle table and more. Visitors can also enjoy great food from Mamma Lucia, Urban BarBQue, and Rita’s of Olney in the food court.
Volunteers are still needed to help with parking. If you can help out at anytime during the event please call the chamber office at 301.774.7117. Click here for a flyer with a list of sponsors and event information.
Displayed August 2, 2010 to August 7, 2010
Jazz at the Olney Theatre Center
The Olney Theatre Center presents an evening of jazz on Saturday, August 7 at 8:00 p.m. Featured artist will be Nate Birkey, trumpet player and jazz singer from New York. Visit www.olneytheatre.org for tickets.
Displayed August 2, 2010 to August 21, 2010
Manna Food Drive
Help Manna Food Center restock their shelves by bringing a canned food donation to the 2010 Montgomery County Fair on August 13-21.
Displayed August 2, 2010 to September 12, 2010
A Snapshot of Montgomery County
How do different parts of Montgomery County compare in terms of the education, income and other characteristics of its residents? How is economic activity like employment, retail spending and office rents changing over time, and who are the largest Montgomery County employers?