News and Events
Social Networking Workshop - There are still a couple of spots available for this workshop on Tues - see below for details.
The Fate of George - The fate of the George bus is again under consideration by Council. A copy of the staff report can be accessed here - http://fallschurch-va.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&event_id=19. Barry Buschow has recommended that we reference the following - www.commuterpage.com/csg/
Weigh in on this by completing our brief survey - http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e2zdc6eygc7pi1o5/start
Love Me, Love My Dog - Unleashed Abilities is starting a speed dating program for singles between 30-45 yrs old and their dogs! Place and dates TBD. Sign up now men...the odds are definitely in your favor! Call Keri Putonen at 703-371-9800 or email keri.putonen@unleashedabilities.com.
BIE Opportunities - Interested in providing items with your logo on them for the New Teacher Welcome Bags? How about sponsoring a New Teacher/Mentor Lunch? Want to help send students to Italy? Or perhaps you are looking for performers for an upcoming event? Contact Marybeth Connelly at connellym@fccps.org or 703-248-5691.
Luncheon Photos - Photos from the Chamber's July Luncheon are now available to view and/or purchase thanks to Brenda Schrier - www.brendasphotos.com
Best of FC - Have you voted yet for your favorite Chamber members in the FC News-Press's Best of FC contest? Time's running out - go to www.fcnp.com/bestoffc.
THROUGH THE WEEKEND
Riesling Tastings - Stop by Red White & Bleu for wine tasting this weekend - don't forget to congratulate James on his recent wedding!www.redwhiteandbleu.com.
Bill Abel's Local Business Watercolors - On display and available for purchase at Art and Frame of Falls Church, 111 Park Ave. www.wherearthappens.com or www.artandframeoffallschurch.com.
Osteoporosis & Menopause - Find out what these have in common at a seminar by Dr. Dan Shaver of Quality Chiropractic from 2-3, Sat, July 31- RSVP to 703-237-0404, dshaver@qualitychirova.com.
Live Music & Entertainment - See below under Ongoing Opportunitites.
AUGUST
Social Networking Workshop - Join the Chamber for a hands on workshop to help businesses take advantage of Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Workshop will be lead by Viget Labs experts in the field and held at Tax Analysts in their computer lab. Space is limited to 10 participants. Tues, Aug 3, 5-6:30pm. $40 for members and, space permitting, $50 for nonmembers. 703-532-1050, info@fallschurchchamber.org.
Choralis Sing-A-Long - Join Choralis for a sing-along to Vivaldi Gloria and Rutter Gloria at 7pm, Tues, August 3. Entrance fee $10, $5 to rent scores. www.choralis.org.
1st Anniversary at PRS Tysons - PRS invites its fellow Chamber members to celebrate its one year anniversary at its Tysons site from 1-2:15pm Aug 5. Supervisor John Foust and Pres & CEO Wendy Gradison will make brief comments. 1761 Old Meadow Road, McLean.
VPIS Concert in the Park - Thurs, Aug 5, Judo Chop will be playing 80s music while FCA's Bev Rocco and Justine Spilman show their paintings and photography. Ice cream available from FC Sister City Kokolopori Partnership. www.vpis.org.
FIRSTfriday of FC - August's FIRSTfriday will take place Friday, August 6. Find out what is going on at Art and Frame, Stifel & Capra, ArtALot, Doggie Yappie Hour, and more at www.firstfridayoffallschurch.com.
Always Pet Care's Sweet 16 - Always Pet Care is celebrating its 16th Anniversary from 10-3, Sat, Aug 7. Stop by for food and games for people and dogs alike! 130 W. Jefferson.
Creative Cauldron's Cabaret Series - Sat, Aug 6, 8pm. Questionable Plots by 3 Sinsible Divas featuring Bligh Voth, Shayna Blass and Karissa Lynn Swanigan. 410 S. Maple. www.creativecauldron.org.
Creative Cauldron's Cabaret Series - Sat, Aug 14, 8pm. Coming into Focus featuring Erin Driscoll. 410 S. Maple. www.creativecauldron.org.
Creative Cauldron's Cabaret Series - Sat, Aug 21, 8pm. The Kid Inside featuring Stephen Gregory Smith. 410 S. Maple. www.creativecauldron.org.
Creative Cauldron's Cabaret Series - Sat, Aug 28, 8pm. Save the Last Dance for Me featuring Stephen Gregory Smith and Karissa Lynn Swanigan. 410 S. Maple. www.creativecauldron.org.
ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES
Blood Drive at The Falls Church - The Falls Church is hosting a series of blood drives with special incentives. Dates and incentives are: Sept. 26 - reusable grocery bags, Nov. 28 - surprise! 115 E.Fairfax. Register at www.membersforlife.org.
Luncheon Photos - Be sure to check out Brenda Schrier's photos from our Luncheon! www.brendasphotos.com.
Tori's Music Calendar - Check out the live music calendar full of recommendations for May from Tori McKinney, "Your 'Green'
Realtor offering Rock Star Service! www.lscdesignva.com/ToriMcKinney0710.pdf
Dining Specials, Entertainment, and More! Check out...
• Argia's - Check out their new menu! www.argias.com
• Clare & Don's - Live music! www.clareanddons.com
• Dogwood Tavern - Daily specials, Sunday brunch and live music!www.dogwoodtavern.com
• Ireland's Four Provinces - Specials, Sunday buffet brunch and live music! www.4psva.com
• Madfox Brew Pub - Check out the new brew pub! www.madfoxbrewing.com
• Open Kitchen - Weekend specials! www.openkitchen-dcmetro.com
• Pizzaria Orso - Fine pizza and wines! www.pizzariaorso.com
• Red, White and Bleu - Tastings throughout the weekend! www.redwhiteandbleu.com
• The State Theatre - Big line up!www.thestatetheatre.com
• Tori's Music Pics - Live music pics from Falls Church's Green Realtor Offering Rock Star Service! www.lscdesignva.com/ToriMcKinney0710.pdf
School-Business Partnerships - Consider volunteering time at a school near your home or office! Contact one of the following coordinators for details:
• Arlington County - Kim Durand - 703-228-6003 or kdurand@arlington.k12.va.us
• Fairfax County - Jay Garant at 571-423-1209 or jay.garant@fcps.edu or, for info about mentoring specifically, contact Shelley Prince at 571-423-4403 or RRPrince@fcps.edu
• Falls Church City - Marybeth Connelly at 703-248-5691 or connellym@fccps.org.
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