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March – April 2015 www.wkchamber.org 2401 Blueridge Avenue, Suite 101 Wheaton, Maryland 20902 phone: 301-949-0080 e-mail: [email protected] www.facebook.com/WheatonKensingtonCC Wheaton & K ensington Chamber of Commerce the voice Maryland Business is a leading voice for small businesses with Maryland values and works with small businesses across the state to identify issues and develop solutions to help small businesses prosper and have the same opportunities as big business. The Chamber of Commerce joined Maryland Business, Women Business Owners of Montgomery County, and AARP at a continental breakfast February 24, for a Legislative Briefing about Small Business Issues. Janet Yu whipped up the tasty breakfast that included pancakes, sausage, and egg rolls stuffed with scrambled eggs, at the Hollywood East Café in Westfield Wheaton Mall. MIxer photos courtesy of Vicky Surles Legislative Briefing about Small Business Issues Continued on page 2 The Town of Kensington and the WK Chamber partnered for a Business Networking Reception in the Kensington Town Hall. Kensington Mayor Pete Fosselman, members of the Town Council, Kensington Business District Association, and the Kensington Merchant’s Association attended. Members of the Board of Directors of the Wheaton & Kensington Chamber, several state and local elected officials, Montg Co. Police and Rescue, and Mid-County Regional Services also came to mix and mingle. Montg Co. Schools Superintendent Joshua Starr and School Board President Patricia O’Neill gave an update on the county schools. Mixer photos courtesy of Vicky Surles Kensington-Wheaton Business Networking Reception Continued on page 8
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March – April 2015 www.wkchamber.org
2401 Blueridge Avenue, Suite 101Wheaton, Maryland 20902phone: 301-949-0080e-mail: [email protected]/WheatonKensingtonCC
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Maryland Business is a leading voice for small businesseswith Maryland values and works with small businesses acrossthe state to identify issues and develop solutions to help small businesses prosper and have the same opportunities as big business.
The Chamber of Commerce joined Maryland Business,Women Business Owners of Montgomery County, andAARP at a continental breakfast February 24, for aLegislative Briefing about Small Business Issues.
Janet Yu whipped up the tasty breakfast that included pancakes, sausage, and egg rolls stuffed with scrambled eggs,at the Hollywood East Café in Westfield Wheaton Mall.
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The Town of Kensington and the WK Chamber partneredfor a Business Networking Reception in the KensingtonTown Hall. Kensington Mayor Pete Fosselman, members ofthe Town Council, Kensington Business District Association,and the Kensington Merchant’s Association attended.
Members of the Board of Directors of the Wheaton &Kensington Chamber, several state and local elected officials,Montg Co. Police and Rescue, and Mid-County RegionalServices also came to mix and mingle. Montg Co. SchoolsSuperintendent Joshua Starr and School Board PresidentPatricia O’Neill gave an update on the county schools.
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The briefing was given by Kim Lamphier of Maryland Business on legislation coming beforethe Maryland GeneralAssembly that will affectsmall businesses.
The discussion includedproperty tax relief and legislation that requiresemployers to offer a retirement plan – the“Maryland Secure ChoiceRetirement Savings Trust”.
The free event was sponsored by Maryland Business and AARP.
11160 Veirs Mill RoadWheaton, MD 20902
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Executive CommitteePR E S I D E N T
William Moore, IHOP 301-942-2323
VI C E-PR E S I D E N T
Tavarious Butts, BB&T Bank 301-929-2005
SE CO N D VI C E-PR E S I D E N T
James Onder, Onder CommunicationsGroup 301-367-7023
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Kristen Wright, CornerstoneMontgomery, Inc. 240-650-8398
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Harold Weinberg, Miles Realty 301-933-6161
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Kenneth Nelson, Mont. Coll. WorkforceDevelopment & Cont. Ed. 240-328-4747
IM M E D I AT E PA S T-PR E S I D E N T
Kathleen Guinan, Crossway Community301-929-2505
DirectorsOmar Lazo, Los Chorros Restaurant301-455-3037
Paul Nowacek, Lafayette Federal CreditUnion 703-639-1813
Laura-Leigh Palmer, a.s.a.p. graphics301-942-1121
Ellen Riger, EllenOriginals 301-946-7141
Paul Sexton, Edward Jones 301-933-6753
George Sydnor, Fitzgerald Auto MallWheaton 301-933-7400
Tim Wiens, Jubilee Association ofMaryland 301-949-8628 x105
Ex-Officio DirectorsPete McGinnity, Montg. Co. Dept. ofGeneral Services, Office of Planning &Development 240-777-6016
Ana Lopez van Balen, Mid-CountyServices Center 240-777-8101
Administrator & Newsletter EditorVicky Surles 301-949-0080
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The British Players present
HOW THE OTHERHALF LOVES
March 13 – 28Evening and Matinee performances
Thursday, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
Check Box Office for times: 240-447-9863or visit www.BritishPlayers.org
Written by Alan AyckbournDirected by Pauline Griller-MitchellProduced by Eileen Kent
A frantic and frothy domestic suburban balletof marital infidelity by Alan Ayckbourn.Technically ingenious, this ensemble pieceinvolves three married couples, two houses onone stage, the compression of time and space –and a far-fetched plot carried off with aplombby The British Players.
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Maryland Businesswww.AllBusinessIsLocal.org
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Accounting & Tax ServicesBeth A. Johnson Income TaxBeth A. [email protected]
ApartmentsKensington HouseBarbara Smith301-949-1215KensingtonHouse@comcast.netwww.ApartmentShowcase.com/
Vista/KensingtonHouse
Privacy World at Glenmont Metro
Gregg Eisenstadt301-933-4000www.PrivacyWorldGlenmont.com
AttorneysWampler & Souder, LLCChris [email protected]
Automobile Dealer and ServiceFitzgerald Auto Mall-WheatonGeorge [email protected]
Automotive RepairCarlos Auto ServiceCarlos Zamora301-897-08803960 Howard AvenueKensington, MD 20895
Concrete ContractingCreative Concrete Corp.Walker Simpson301-565-0246WalkerSimpson@creativeconcrete.comwww.CreativeConcrete.com
Credit UnionLafayette Federal Credit UnionPaul [email protected]
Engineers, Civil EngineersOyster, Imus, Petzold &
AssociatesPeter Noursi301-949-2011peter.noursi@oipengineering.comwww.oipengineering.com
Financial ServicesDelta Financial Advisors, Inc.Jacob [email protected]
Graphic Design/Web Designa.s.a.p. graphicsLaura-Leigh Palmer301-942-1121Laura.Leigh@asapgraphics.comwww.asapgraphics.com
PediatricsPediatric AssociatesPaula [email protected]
Property ManagementVista Management CompanyBarry Wertlieb, CPM®[email protected]
Shopping CentersWestfield WheatonGeoff [email protected]/wheaton
Womens’ Clothing/Accessories
Marian’s ConnectionsMarian [email protected]
TH A N K Y O U T O O U R N E W M E M B E R !
Physical therapy & RehabilitationSports and Orthopaedic Therapy Services, Inc.Karim Wassef10605 Concord Street, Suite 105Kensington, MD [email protected]
Spotlight on New MemberInterAct Story Theatre
The Wheaton & Kensington Chamber of Commerce welcomes new member InterAct Story Theatre, based inWheaton. InterAct Story Theatre is a professional theatrefor young audiences, and an arts education organization thathas been touring, bringing performances and arts educationprograms to schools and communities throughout the region,across the country, and around the world.
“We specialize in arts integration – teaching important skills like reading, writing, and math through the arts,” saysExecutive and Artistic Director Ali Oliver-Krueger, “and webelieve passionately that every child deserves great theatre…whether or not your parents can take you to a theatre building.” It’s a mission that takes Oliver-Krueger and hercompany far and wide – last year, InterAct Story Theatrebrought performances and arts education programs to over26,000 children, parents, and teachers throughout the area.
While the company has been touring for many years, theyhave recently turned their attention to the local communityto put down roots. Since achieving 501(c)(3) status, InterActStory Theatre has launched a number of successful children’splays locally, most recently “Not My Monkey” at theGaithersburg Arts Barn, written and directed by Oliver-
Krueger.The playwas called“thought-provokingand family-friendly”as well as being“an uproari-ouslyfunny,
colorful, and acrobatic romp” by DC Metro Theatre Arts.
For their next project – in September 2015, the company willrun 12 performances of “The Hero of EVERYTHING”, aninteractive play for children ages 4 and up, at the SilverSpring Black Box. Next spring they plan to launch a Family Performing Arts Series in Wheaton. Oliver-Kruegersays, “Wheaton is designated as an Arts and EntertainmentDistrict, and InterAct Story Theatre wants to do our part,bringing plays and performances for children and families.We’ve gotten great support for the idea already. Our mainhurdle right now is finding a temporary performance space in Wheaton. Once we have that in place, we’re fullsteam ahead!”
InterAct Story TheatreAli Oliver-Krueger32 Pennydog Court, Wheaton, MD 20902301-879-9305 / [email protected]
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The 31st Annual
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Community Awards BanquetWednesday, April 29, 2015
From 6 to 9 pm
Payment by: ❏ Check Total Amount $ __________ for ______ ReservationsPayment by: ❏ Visa ❏ MasterCard ❏ AmericanExpress
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$35 in advance (by April 27) or $45 at the doorFor Sponsorship Opportunities and Benefits, contact Vicky Surles at the Chamber office
call: 301-949-0080 • email: [email protected] • fax: 301-949-0081
Celebrate the connection and goodwill between citizens, businesses,schools, and public safety workers in the area community. Help usgive thanks to those receiving these well-deserved annual awards.
The 31st Annual Community Awards Banquet • Wednesday, April 29, 2015Reservations are valid when accompanied by payment • Cancellations must be made in writing by April 27
Return reservations and payment to:Wheaton&Kensington Chamber of Commerce2401 Blueridge Avenue, Suite 101Wheaton, MD 20902
$35 in advance (by April 27)$45 at the door
Wheaton& KensingtonChamber of Commercethe voice forYOUR business!www.wkchamber.orgFor registration informationcall: 301-949-0080fax: 301-949-0081email: [email protected]
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~ The Award Categories ~The Mid-County Citizen’s Advisory Board Civic Association Award, and Citizen of the Year Award
The WUDAC Outstanding Business Leader Award, and Best Property Improvement AwardThe Police, Rescue Squad, and Fire Department Public Safety Awards
Einstein, Kennedy, and Wheaton High School Teacher, ESOL Student, and Community Service Awards
The Chamber Member of the Year Award, The Chamber Business of the Year Award,and The Chuck & Robert Levin Economic Development Award
The Chamber will honor Kindness Animal Hospital this year:This Wheaton veterinary practice has been serving our community since1956, offering quality medical care for companion animals. Kindness is aneco-friendly business that partners with many non-profit organizationsproviding support for misfortunate, disadvantaged, and displaced pets.
at Hollywood East Café
11160 Veirs Mill RoadWheaton, MD 20902
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Community Champion $1000Full page ad in the event programCompany logo and name in the programRecognition at eventReserved table for 8
~ Sponsorship Opportunities ~
You are invited to be a Sponsor of this eventName of Sponsor (as it will appear in program): ___________________________________________________Enclosed is my payment of $____________ made payable to Wheaton & Kensington Chamber of Commerce.
E-mail company logo / and or full-page ad to: [email protected] / www.wkchamber.orgName & Title: ______________________________________________________________________________Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________Phone: __________________________ E-mail: _______________________________________________________ Credit Card Acct #: __________ __________ __________ __________ Exp Date: _____ /_____Name on Card: ______________________________________ Signature: ______________________________Address Card Issued to:_______________________________________________________________________
Please mail (or fax 301-949-0081 credit card) payment to:Wheaton & Kensington Chamber of Commerce, 2401 Blueridge Avenue, Suite 101, Wheaton, MD 20902
For more information, contact Vicky Surles at 301-949-0080 or [email protected]
Community Hero $500Company logo and name in the event programSponsor of the Public Safety AwardsRecognition at event4 complimentary tickets
Community Partner $275Company logo in the event programCompany name listed in programRecognition at event2 complimentary tickets
Community Supporter $150Company logo in the programCompany name listed in programRecognition at event1 complimentary ticket
Community Advocate $90Company name listed in programRecognition at event1 complimentary ticket
Wheaton&KensingtonChamber of Commerce
is proud to host our 31st Annual Awards Banquet Wednesday, April 29, 2015, from 6 to 9 pm, at Hollywood East Café
at 11160 Veirs Mill Road, Westfield Mall Restaurant Row, Wheaton, MD 20902.This annual awards dinner is a hallmark event of the Wheaton & Kensington Chamber. Businessleaders, community activists, residents and elected officials come together to recognize the achievementsof our honorees. This Gala honors businesses, students, teachers, Chamber members, and Public SafetyWorkers for their enthusiastic contributions to the richness of the Wheaton & Kensington Community.The Chamber will honor Kindness Animal Hospital this year. This Wheaton veterinary practice has been serving our community since 1956, offering quality medical care for companion animals.Kindness is an eco-friendly business that partners with many non-profit organizations providing critical sponsorship for misfortunate, disadvantaged, and displaced pets.For over 20 years, the Chamber has recognized our area high school students and also included monetary gifts provided by our various sponsors. The Chamber has been committed to encouraginglocal businesses to mentor the students destined to become our future leaders.
Green Drinks Networking Happy HourEat, drink and be “green”!
Wheaton&KensingtonChamber of Commercethe voice forYOUR business!
WK Chamber of Commerce2401 Blueridge Ave, Suite 101Wheaton, Maryland 20902
www.wkchamber.orgcall: 301-949-0080fax: 301-949-0081email: [email protected]
Questions: 301-946-5091 or [email protected] Green Drinks meets on the 4th Thursday of the month. GreenWheaton, Inc. is aMaryland non-profit dedicated to engaging the community in education and outreach that promotes Wheaton, Maryland as a model sustainable community with a “visibly green” andhealthy environmental footprint. www.GreenWheaton.org
GreenWheaton is partnering withWheaton& Kensington Chamber of Commerce
• Drink and Food Specials• Raffle, Prizes, Giveaways• Volunteer Sign Up
~ $5 donation ~ Cash Bar ~
~ Mix & Network with Other Businesses ~
Thursday, March 26, 2015
from 5:00 – 8:00 PM
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LOS CHORROS RESTAURANT2420 Blueridge Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902
www.LosChorrosRestaurant.com / 301-933-1066
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This was a free event sponsored by the Town of Kensington, with appetizers and drinks.Town of Kensington • 301-949-2424www.tok.md.gov
Over 60 people attended the receptionthat was held on January 21 at theKensington Town Hall, 3710 MitchellStreet, Kensington, MD 20895.
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