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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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| Latest | Later | June 7, 2010 to August 2, 2010 (Records 26 to 50 of 181) | Earlier | Earliest |
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?
Displayed August 2, 2010 to August 22, 2010
Start Your Day Off Right
The Tavern now serves breakfast starting at 7:00 a.m. Come in for all your breakfast favorites and a cup of coffee. The Tavern is now located at 18200 Georgia Ave. in the Hillcrest Shopping Center. For more information call 301.260.0500.
Displayed August 2, 2010 to August 31, 2010
Comedy at the OTC
Get your tickets now for The Savannah Disputation-A Divine New Comedy at the Olney Theatre Center.
Displayed July 19, 2010 to August 1, 2010
National Night Out
The Greater Olney Chamber of Commerce is once again gearing up for the annual National Night Out. This years event will be held on Tuesday, August 3 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. with a new location-the Montgomery General Hospital Grounds. National Night Out is a time when the community comes together to highlight crime prevention and police awareness. Chamber cosponsors of this year’s event will be the Montgomery County Police, the MD National Capital Park Police, the Montgomery County Crime Solvers, the Sandy Spring Fire Department, and the Longwood Community Center.
Displayed July 19, 2010 to July 26, 2010
County Council District 2 Debate
Monday, July 26 at 7:00 p.m. is the date set for the Montgomery County Council District 2 Democratic Debate event being conducted by the Olney Chamber of Commerce and GOCA. This debate will feature candidates Sharon Dooley, Royce Hanson, Charles Kirchman, Eddie Kuhlman, and Craig L. Rice.
Displayed July 12, 2010 to July 31, 2010
Our House Fundraising Raffle
Paula’s Boutique is partnering with Our House, a Residential Job Training Center for Youth, to help raise funds to build a new dormitory. Located in Brookeville, Our House is a private, non-profit organization that providing training to at risk students. Paula’s Boutique will be raffling a Brighton, leather, shoulder bag with silver accents valued at $265.00. The tickets are one for $5.00 and 3 for $10.00 and can be purchased at Paula’s Boutique, located at 3130 Olney-Sandy Spring Rd, in the Shoppes of Olney. The drawing will be held on July 31, 2010. For more information call 301.570.9431.
Displayed July 12, 2010 to July 28, 2010
Lunch & Learn
HOW TO SAVE ON YOUR ELECTRIC BILL-Electric Advisors, the Olney Chamber’s endorsed energy partner and a licensed energy broker, will be hosting a FREE "Lunch and Learn" session at the end of this month. Attend and find out how you can lower your rates and save money on your monthly home and business energy costs.
Displayed July 12, 2010 to July 31, 2010
Summer Camps-Still Time
Drama Kids summer camps are waiting for you! Come and spend a week or two with us for a dramatically different camp experience. We work on building an original piece of Theater from the ground up-script writing, directory, set creating, and props and costumes-all in small groups so each camper gets to shine in a camp ending presentation. It is an experience to remember for a lifetime! Visit www.dramakids.com/md5 to see the schedule and to register or call 301.384.4008.
Displayed July 12, 2010 to July 13, 2010
GOCA Meeting
The next Greater Olney Civic Association meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Re/Max Building. Featured speaker will be Brian Young from the MD State Highway Administration. He will talk about road issues in the Olney community.
Displayed July 12, 2010 to July 31, 2010
Advertising Opportunitiy
Have you ever wondered where the family and business names came from that are on the large green diamond-shaped signs on at the OBGC Community Park? The baseball field signs commemorate the members of the original donor group that contributed at least $10,000 to help build the park.
Displayed July 12, 2010 to July 27, 2010
MGH Women't Board Picnic & Bazaar
90th Annual Picnic & Bazaar sponsored by the Women’s Board of Montgomery General Hospital will be held on Tuesday, July 27, 2010, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM on the old Hospital grounds at Route 108 and Prince Philip Drive.
Displayed June 28, 2010 to July 18, 2010
President's Message
The Deepwater Horizon oil spill has been an unmitigated disaster on all fronts. However, boycotting BP is ill-advised on a number of levels. As most people know, the BP station in Olney is owned by Bob and Sandy Fletcher. The Fletchers are pillars of the community and have given back to the community on a grand scale. A boycott will not hurt BP, it will hurt Fletcher’s business, which employs 65 people, about half of whom are local students.
Displayed June 28, 2010 to July 10, 2010
OTC Community Appreciation Day
The Olney Theatre Center invites the community for a summer afternoon of 1950’s festivities on Saturday, July 10 from 3:00-7:00 p.m. The OTC would like to thank the community for their continued support and celebrate all that the OTC has to offer.
Displayed June 28, 2010 to July 15, 2010
All County Networking Extravaganza
Each year the Olney Chamber of Commerce joins with other Montgomery County organizations to bring you the All-County Networking Extravaganza. This year the event will be held on July 15 from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Original Pancake House.
Displayed June 21, 2010 to July 18, 2010
Adult Bereavement Support Groups
Adult Bereavement Support Groups: Hospice Caring, Inc. provides peer support groups facilitated by trained Hospice Caring volunteers. An ongoing spousal-and-partner loss group for those under the age of 50 meets weekly Wednesday evenings in Rockville. To register and/or for additional information, call Toby Rabbin at 301-990-0854.
Displayed June 21, 2010 to June 27, 2010
President's Message
It has been a great pleasure to serve as President and I look forward to continuing on the Board as Immediate Past President. I’d like to welcome Pam Spears as incoming President, who as a Past President herself, will surely hit the ground running. Pam will be naming members to the various committees. I encourage you to volunteer. It is the best way to network within the Chamber and is one way to become an Officer or Director. Thanks to all for a wonderful term. ~John R. Austin, Austin Wealth Management
Displayed June 21, 2010 to July 18, 2010
Upgrade & Save
There is still time for those of you who are thinking of replacing your old windows and doors to take advantage of the Energy Tax Credit of up to $1,500.00. Not only will you save on heating and cooling costs, but they will become maintenance free and add value to your home. Phil Zlotnick of All Four Seasons Co. is a 35 year resident of Olney and long time chamber member and can provide you with numerous references. Call Phil at 1(800) 394-6369 for a free estimate.
Displayed June 21, 2010 to June 24, 2010
Networking Opportunity
Kick back, relax and network with the who’s who of area business professionals on the beautiful front porch of the Inn at Brookeville Farms. The BNI Olney Thursday breakfast and lunch chapters invite you to a free networking mixer, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Thursday, June 24.
Displayed June 21, 2010 to July 4, 2010
Special Thanks
The Chamber would like to thank Suzanne Simpson with Simpson Law for hosting last week’s Biz Buzz. It was a wonderful event. Those in attendance enjoyed delicious food and drink while working to expand their business network. The event was also and opportunity to support Our House. Everyone was very supportive and Benny from Our House would like to thank everyone for their generosity.
Displayed June 7, 2010 to June 8, 2010
GOCA Meeting this Tuesday
The next Greater Olney Civic Association meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 8 at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Re/Max Building. The meeting will include presentations by Montgomery County Councilmember Duchy Trachtenberg and Safeway will discuss their plans for the Olney store. For more info visit www.goca.org.
Displayed June 7, 2010 to June 20, 2010
Summer Clearance
Paula’s Boutique is have a Summer Clearance Sale! Take an additional 10% OFF your purchase, including sale items. Shop early for best selection!!!
Displayed June 7, 2010 to June 12, 2010
Relay for Life
Come out and support the Olney Relay for Life to be held this Saturday, June 12 starting at 2:00 p.m. The Relay for Life free and open to the public.
Displayed June 7, 2010 to June 16, 2010
Health Seminar
Montgomery General Hospital has an upcoming seminar on Wednesday, June 16 and will focus on "Becoming an Alzheimer’s Whisperer." It will be an invaluable evening for any person with a family member/friend who has Alzheimer’s. It will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. To register for this free seminar please call 301.774.8881.
Displayed June 7, 2010 to June 17, 2010
Biz Buzz-June 17
Mark your calendars now for the June 17 Biz Buzz when we will be celebrating the Summer Solstice. The Biz Buzz will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the office of Simpson Law located at 2000 Spencerville Road (Rt. 198) in Spencerville. The Biz Buzz will be a benefit for Our House. There will be a raffle for a Brighton Bag from Paula’s Boutique, Delectable and Savory appetizers and of course great conversation with community colleagues. Admission is free as always, donations to Our House appreciated. RSVPs are encouraged by calling 301.421.0190. (Click here to print invite)