November 2005
Once again, this rich Vienna tradition thrilled crowds of adults and children. On Wednesday, October 26 from 7:00-9:00 p.m., community groups, businesses, officials, community groups and hundreds of costumed kids transformed Maple Avenue East into a massive celebration. Floats and walking/dancing units celebrated the theme “The Best Little Town in America: Fourth in the US, #1 in Our Hearts” while Grand Marshals Julian Johnson and DH Scarborough waved to the crowds.
The Vienna-Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce was proud to offer their float again this year, loaded with their 2005 award winners. The float was sponsored by Wegmans Market, and carried Business of the Year All Star Movers (Billy Thompson, President); Businessperson of the Year Carole Wolfand (Vienna Paint & Decorating, Co.); Entrepreneur of the Year Katherine Hutt (Nautilus Communications, Inc.); New Member of the Year Russell Brannan (United Stor-All); NonProfit of the Year Vienna Optimist Club (Barbara McHale, President); Citizen of the Year Stacy Capra; and Chairman’s Award Winner Bill Daly (Rees, Broome, Diaz, PC). Lifetime Service Award Winners Julian Johnson and D.H. Scarborough doubled as the Parade’s Grand Marshals.
SunTrust Bank East hosted the Chamber’s pre-Parade mixer from 5:00-7:00 p.m., with plenty of food and drink and approximately 100 happy business professionals, elected officials, and award winners.
If you missed the Parade, or if you want to relive the magic, order your DVD for just $10. Email parade@vtrcc.org or call 703-281-1333 x21.
To preserve the quality of this parade, we rely on our loyal sponsors. Please help us to thank them, and our hard-working committee and volunteers.
New Member Benefit!
The VTRCC and Aetna are partnering to provide small group health and life insurance services for Chamber members. Two introductory meetings have been scheduled with Chamber members who are licensed to sell group health and life insurance and are currently members in good standing to learn more about this program. These Sessions are being held on Thursday, October 27 at 3:00 p.m. and Friday, November 4 at 10:00 a.m. at the VTRCC Chamber offices, located at 513 Maple Avenue, West.
The Lead Share Membership Drive (Tip Groups) is On!
Want to have 20-30 people in your marketing department who work for free? That is the basis for the two VTRCC Lead Share Groups. There are two such groups meeting every week; one on Tuesday and one on Thursday at Shula's Steakhouse in the Tysons Corner Marriott. Show up at 12:15 p.m., leave at 1:30 p.m. Take home bona fide leads for more business, knowledge and contacts for better performance. Please RSVP to the groups’ leader, Attorney Harvey A. Silverman at 703-319-8806.
Message
from the ChairmanBy Billy Thompson, All-Star Movers
2005-2006 Chairman of the Board
In the September issue of the Enterprise I wrote about the upcoming events the Chamber had scheduled and the importance of being involved in these events. Through the hard work of the Chamber Staff (Ellen, Claire and Jan), Tana Keeffe (Long & Foster), Joan Fletcher (Winning Ways, Inc.), Bob Stemetzki (Burdette Smith Group), Rebecca Diamond (Tysons Dodge Jeep), these and many other events were huge successes. Since the Carnival and Golf Tournament, many members have approached me and stated that their involvement or participation were of large benefit to their businesses. Inspired that my advice had been heard and appreciated, I decided that this month I would write concerning another program sponsored by the Chamber.
Under the direction of Tip Group Guru Harvey Silverman (Attorney at Law), the VTRCC has two vibrant tip groups. Tip Groups are associations of Chamber members that meet regularly to exchange business leads (tips) and to form associations, operating under the principle that people like to do business with people they know. Tip groups allow their members to network with a variety of professions.
| November
Business Spotlight Click here for more information about Vienna Assembly of God or to find out how your business can be "Member of the Month". |
In preparation for this article I spoke with some members of the Tip Groups:
Karen McKinney of Baskets-n-Bags: "If you are a new member of the Chamber, as I am, you will experience a group that truly wants you to be successful in developing new business. I couldn't be more excited about the lead sharing."Eric Hemati of Family Heritage: "The VTRCC groups rock! I have developed friendships in the group and enjoy doing business with these friends. It's all about giving and then receiving."
Karin ‘#1-Networker-Anywhere’ Collis of Karin's Custom Images: "I attribute a large part of my immense business growth and personal development to the VTRCC Tip Groups. I value the mentors, vendors and friendships that I have benefited from through my membership.”
Harvey Silverman, Attorney at Law: "The group is about QUALITY leads, free education, expertise and support."
Visit the VTRCC
website at www.VTRCC.org to learn how to become a member, remain a member
and what can happen once you are a member of our Tip Groups.
See you at the Tip Groups!
Legislative Update
M. Jane Seeman
Mayor, Town of Vienna
The CNN Money Magazine ranking has been exciting for the Town of Vienna. First of all, while I am happy to receive congratulations, this award is for everyone and because of everyone. Past and present Town Councils, board and commission members and Town staff have all contributed to making Vienna an attractive place to live. Town residents deserve credit for their volunteerism, willingness to step up to serve for the good of the Town and for demanding Vienna be a good place to live and raise their families.
Town businesses figure into this success picture. When a few business owners came to the late Mayor Charles A. Robinson, Jr. with an idea to revitalize Maple Avenue, it was done. Today we have completed the streetscape from Lawyers Road to East Street. As a result, businesses have renovated their stores and new businesses have been attracted to Vienna.
All this doesn't mean we stop with what we have accomplished. We must always be looking for ways to improve our communications with citizens and businesses and looking for ways to improve our safety and quality of life.
In the coming year we will be constructing the Town Green, equipping our Police with the latest technology, rebuilding old streets and storm sewers and constructing more sidewalks.
The Town government, Town citizens and Town businesses are all partners in Vienna's success. Working together we can continue making Vienna one of the best places to live in the United States.
Member News
Vienna Tiny Tots Village music instructor Irene Light is the new liaison for the Pickleberry Pie Very Special Concert Series in our area. Pickleberry Pie, Inc. is an experienced non-profit group providing free concerts to local hospitals. Though Pickleberry Pie is a California-based music organization, Light wanted the hospitalized children in our area to benefit from this program. Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children and The Georgetown Pediatrics Division are currently receiving monthly concerts. Barbara Effron of Storytime Express is giving the first performance at both hospitals. It will be on November 8 and is sponsored by The Shelley A. Marshall Foundation. A singing group called Rocknocerus is performing in January. Since there is only enough funding to finance concerts through February, financial assistance to keep this program going would be appreciated. If enough money from grants and donations is received then the program will be expanded to other local hospitals. Please contact Irene Light at 703-281-1536 or email teacher3@cox.net if you wish to help put a smile on the faces of children who need their spirits lifted. Donations are tax-deductible.
Best Buy in Tysons Corner would like to invite you to a special Exclusive Shopping Event on November 16, from 8:00-10:00 a.m. Doors will open early for business owners and members of the Chamber, and then open to the public at 10:00 a.m. There will be refreshments and live demos by vendors. The Best Buy for Business team will be there to answer all questions, and help business owners sign up for a free Reward Zone Card.
GoodDogz.org is sponsoring their second annual “Home 4 the Holidays” dog adoption event on Saturday, November 19 at the Reston Town Center from 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. More than 20 all-breed and purebred dog rescue organizations will be on-hand with adoptable dogs awaiting their holiday gift—a family to spend the holidays with. Last year, the event hosted over 100 homeless dogs from 18 local rescue groups, over 40 of which found new homes for the holidays. We estimate that the event attracted over 2,000 local pet owners and dog seekers. This year will be even better! Among the participating dog rescue groups are: Northern Virginia Sheltie Rescue; Dachshund Rescue of North America; Akita Rescue Mid-Atlantic Coast, Inc.; Ragged Mountain Dogs; Virginia Greyhound Adoption; Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League; Westie Rescue, Inc.; Greyhound Welfare; Beagle Rescue of Southern Maryland ; and A Forever Home. For more information, visit www.GoodDogz.org. We look forward to seeing you on November 19!
The business community's support for the James Madison High School Band program is well known and greatly appreciated. As a result, the JMHS Band program has flourished providing opportunities and recognition of our children's talents. Recognizing the caliber of our band, the Virginia Music Educators Association extended an invitation for the JMHS Wind Symphony to perform at their annual meeting in Norfolk, VA on November 19. This is a great honor as we are the only one band chosen to represent Northern Virginia at this prestigious event. As a a band organization, we do raise funds to cover the costs of our ongoing expenses; however, the expenses for this event fall outside of or normal budget. We are committed to not having the students contribute any funds towards this event! We are asking for businesses to help send a band member to Norfolk -- it will cost the band parent's $100 per student for transportation and other costs. With your help, we can reach our goal. To make a donation or get additional information, please contact Nancy Boselovic, President of the JMHS Band Parent's organization at jmhsbandprez@aol.com or 703-849-9013.
Wendell Presgrave, CEO at My Plumber is excited to launch their food drive, with an ambitious goal of 7,000 pounds of food. The food drive will include all of his employees and neighbors who want to participate. Plus, My Plumber technicians are authorized to give each customer $25 off their bill in exchange for five cans of food. Employees will also be out collecting from local businesses; each business that participates will receive a certificate suitable for framing, My Plumber's thanks on the food drive website as well as a $25 coupon good for future service. The results of all their work will be posted on a new web site: www.warmhandsandfullhearts.com. If you would like to participate in the food drive, contact Susan Phillips at 703-367-7976 or at Susan@myplumber.com.
Historic Vienna, Inc. announces the beginning of their holiday season with the unveiling of their 2005 Christmas Card. The cards, which sell in a package of 8 for $7.50, features a sepia toned photograph of a family preparing to take a horse driven sleigh ride through the snow. The picture was taken in front of the Historic Freeman House in Vienna, Virginia. The Freeman Store was built in 1859 and used as a general store. During the Civil War, it was used as a hospital and later on as a railroad station and a post office. Restored by the town in 1976, it is operated by Historic Vienna, Inc. as a general store and museum. Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday from noon until 4 PM and on Sundays from 1 PM until 5 PM. The Freeman Store is located at 131 Church Street NE. For additional information please call 703.938.5187. On Sunday, November 13 join us at the Freeman Store and Museum from 2:00-4:00 p.m. for a book signing with renowned author Connie Pendleton Stuntz as she unveils her new book, A View of Falls Church, Virginia: Including its Western Neighbors Thru the 1881-1889 Diaries of Edmund Flagg, Esq. Mrs. Stuntz will also be on hand to talk about this new book which contains wonderful local history, over 100 photos and is 206 pages long. This book is both original and interesting in form; the cost is $35. It’s a wonderful holiday gift for that family member or friend who loves local history, and this is one event you do not want to miss. Connie Pendleton Stuntz will be signing the books in the Victorian style parlor. The Freeman Store and museum is open Wednesday through Saturday, noon-4:00 p.m., and on Sundays 1:00-5:00 p.m., and is located at 131 Church Street, NE. For additional information please call 703-938-5187. Contact person is Acting HVI Administrator and Store Manager, Sarah Jane Brady.
News from the NonProfit Roundtable
Alternative House
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Tour de Vines Wine Tasting & Silent Auction to benefit Alternative House is November 11 at Westwood Country Club in Vienna; 7:00-10:00 p.m.; tickets $40 by November 4, $50 after/door. Call 703-506-9191.
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Support Alternative House by participating in the Fannie Mae Help the Homeless WalkAThon on Saturday, November 19 at 9:00 a.m. Register at www.helpthehomelessdc.org and choose Alternative House as your beneficiary organization!
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Holiday Donations Drive in progress. We are seeking gift cards to Target, Old Navy, Best Buy and other teen friendly stores; portable CD players, winter jackets and clothing for children & teens, Legos, hygiene kits, athletic equipment. For a complete wish list, or to donate, call Karen at 703-506-9191.
Alzhiemer’s Family Day Center
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Caregiver Support Group meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 9:30-11:00 a.m.
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Mind and Body Workshop is a unique program for people in the early stages of memory loss illness. AFDC offers a supportive atmosphere where people can exercise their mental agility in a relaxed social setting, enhancing their abilities and confidence. Tuesdays 10:30 a.m.-Noon; $20 per session.
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Hand in Hand: Sharing the Lessons of Dementia Care, a one day workshop of practical strategies and hands-on coaching for family and professional caregivers. Thursday, November 10, 2005 at the Alzheimer’s Family Day Center; 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Cost is $100; limited respite care is available for family members.
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Volunteer Opportunities are always available! Help plan activities or assist with office tasks. Call 703-204-4664. Art and other supply donations are always welcome.
The Dunn Loring Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department will be hosting our annual Operation Santa this December. For those that haven’t heard of Op Santa, this is when the volunteers drive Santa around our first due area to spread Holiday Cheer. Santa will often get out of the vehicle and listen to children’s wish lists and hand out candy canes. To find out exactly where Santa is going to be on what dates, visit our website around mid-November, at www.dlvfrd.org. If you have any questions, feel free to call 703-560-9413.
The Vienna Arts Society's "Treasury of Art" show and sale is at the Vienna Community Center Friday, Nov. 18 through Sunday Nov. 20. The artwork is very accomplished, and the prices are very reasonable. Opening reception is Friday, Nov. 18 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. All are invited; admission is free.
Vienna Assembly of God has designated November as Extreme Missions Month. Pastor Craig Burns is setting the pace by running the JFK 50-miler on November 19 to raise awareness and support for programs ministering to girls rescued from the sex slave industry in India and Nepal. Everyone is encouraged to do something extreme during November to raise funds for mission projects around the world. Vienna Assembly of God is located at 100 Ayrhill Ave. (just off Center St. in Vienna); 703-938-7736; www.viennaag.com.
The Vienna Optimists have installed their new officers and Board for the 2005-06 year. Barbara McHale, President, talked about taking a more active role in the Childhood Cancer campaign of Optimist International by the Vienna club. Optimist International has contributed $500,000 to Johns Hopkins University for research for a cure and is committed to an additional $500,000. The Optimists work "to bring out the best in kids" and meet the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Marco Polo Restaurant in Vienna. Call Barbara McHale at 703-901-8300 to learn how you can help.
THE VTRCC WOULD LIKE TO RECOGNIZE PATRICK KING
OF IMAGINEDESIGN
FOR ALL HIS HELP TO THE CHAMBER!
www.imaginedc.net
Anniversaries
The VTRCC is happy to acknowledge members who have belonged to the Chamber for many years. Those celebrating anniversaries during October and November are:
| 32 years | County Transmissions, Inc. |
| 31 years | SunTrust Bank - Vienna West |
| 23 years | Johnson & Scarborough, CPAs |
| 14 years | United Bank – Vienna |
| 12 years | Meekins Cooperative
Pre-School Vienna Oaks Chiropractic Center |
| 11 years | Cafe Renaissance Moore Cadillac – Hummer |
| 10 years | Fairfax County
Economic Development Authority Natural Healing Center |
| 9 years | Nanotel, Inc. |
| 8 years | Ace High Entertainment,
L.P. Turner, Jones & Associates P.L.L.C. |
| 6 years | American Legion
Post 180 Community Bank of Northern Virginia The Grove Center for Chiropractic and Wellness Howell, Senator Janet Northwest Federal Credit Union The Community PhoneBook Tysons Corner Marriott |
| 5 years | S. Woodruff
Bentley, Sr. Nautilus Communications, Inc. |
| 4 years | Cavalier Telephone FastSigns First Financial Group Tina Kaufman-Hernandez |
| 3 years | Absolute Home
Inspections, Inc. Allen S. Garai, DDS Fairfax City Auto Dealers Association Geeks on Call - Vienna West J.P. Brehony Homes Signature Title & Escrow, LLC Togg Inc. Tropicana Casino & Retreat |
| 2 years | AIM Home Financial,
LLC Gilliland & Associates, PC Guernsey Office Products Telforward, Inc. United Bank - Wealth Management |
| 1 year | Kossler and
Company, LLC Masters Touch Florist and Gifts Virginia International University |
Business News
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA):
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Small businesses affected by the military's Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Commission, can receive an economic boost from the SBA's HUBZone program. The HUBZone, or Historically Underutilized Business Zone, program helps small businesses located in economically distressed areas compete for federal contracts. Small businesses willing to locate in these new HUBZone areas and willing to employ local residents can obtain special consideration for federal contracts. Under the new law, SBA has designated all military establishments affected by BRAC as HUBZones, allowing small businesses located in these areas to possibly be certified as HUBZone companies and compete for federal contracts through set-asides, sole source contracting and price evaluation preferences reserved for HUBZone small businesses. The federal government has set a goal of awarding at least 3 percent of all federal prime contract dollars to HUBZone firms. The SBA's 504 and 7(a) loan programs also can provide assistance to small businesses in these communities. For additional information on the 7(a) and 504 loans, visit SBA's Web site at www.sba.gov/financing/sbaloan/7a.html and www.sba.gov/financing/sbaloan/cdc504.html.
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SBA is urging 7(a) participating lenders, 504 program Certified Development Companies and microlenders to provide deferment relief for borrowers with SBA-backed business loans in the primary disaster areas affected by Hurricane Katrina and contiguous parishes/counties. The declared disaster areas may be found at www.sba.gov/disaster, and then go to the hyperlink titled “Hurricane Katrina SBA Disaster Notices and Fact Sheets.” Effective immediately, the SBA is providing an automatic 12-month deferment of principal and interest payments for SBA-serviced business and disaster loans that were in regular servicing status on August 29, 2005, in those primary counties/parishes designated as federal disaster areas. Interest will continue to accrue on the loans involved. SBA staff in district offices and servicing centers will advise lenders of the need to accommodate borrowers adversely affected by Hurricane Katrina.
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Small businesses turned to SBA for commercial financing in record numbers in fiscal year 2005, securing 97,891 loans through its two main small business loan programs, setting a loan volume record for the fifth consecutive year. The figure is more than double the number of loans made in FY 2000. SBA Administrator Hector V. Barreto proclaimed it fantastic news for small businesses and called it further evidence that small businesses are continuing to power the economy and create jobs. The SBA guaranteed 88,912 loans through its flagship 7(a) program for a total of $14 billion, a 23 percent increase in the number of loans compared to the previous fiscal year. Small businesses use these loans primarily for working capital. Women and minorities also registered double digit increases in the number of loans over the previous fiscal year.
Community News
The Fairfax County
Department of Transportation will hold seven public meetings about the
Transportation Plan Update to discuss proposed revisions
to the transportation objectives, policies and appendices, as well as
the most recent travel forecasting results. The Transportation Plan
is an element in the Policy Plan of the Fairfax County Comprehensive
Plan. In 2004, the county started a review of the Transportation Plan
to update policies guiding long-term system improvements. The initial
round of public meetings was held in March 2005 and travel demand workshops
were held in July 2005. Public hearings before the Planning Commission
and the Board of Supervisors are anticipated early next year. The November
public meetings are as follows:
• Tuesday, November 1, at 7:00 p.m. (Annandale
H.S.)
• Wednesday, November 2, at 7:00 p.m.
(South County Government Center, Alexandria)
• Thursday, November 3, at 7:00 p.m. (Tysons
Pimmit Regional Library, Falls Church)
• Saturday, November 5, at 9:30 a.m. (Rocky
Run M.S., Chantilly)
• Monday, November 7, at 7:00 p.m. (Robinson
Secondary School, Fairfax)
• Wednesday, November 9, at 7:00 p.m.
(County Government Center, Fairfax)
• Thursday, November 10, at 7:00 p.m.
(Reston Community Center at Lake Anne)
Suggestions and comments regarding the Transportation Plan can be submitted
until the end of November. For information visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/fcdot
or call 703-324-1100, TTY 703-324-1102.
Fairfax County Executive Anthony H. Griffin recently gave an Emergency Preparedness presentation to the Board of Supervisors. “Fairfax County: The State of Emergency Planning and Preparedness," covered six major areas: The progress the county has made since Sept. 11, 2001; an overview of the county's emergency management response and outline of who is in charge during an incident; evacuation plans, especially in light of recent events with Hurricanes Katrina and Rita in New Orleans and Texas; the needs and responses by the county to special populations; the ways the county communicates with its residents and internally with key responders; and a future action plan for continued efforts the county can undertake. Griffin's presentation is available on the county's Web site at www.fairfaxcounty.gov.
Lights On Afterschool! was celebrated in every corner of Fairfax County as part of a nationwide event on October 20. Fairfax County Department of Community and Recreation Services' Afterschool Programs welcomed children, parents, grandparents, extended family educators, and community leaders to participate in activities and open houses recognizing the critical importance of quality afterschool programs in the lives of children, their families, and the community. Lights On Afterschool! celebrates the wonderful work being done in afterschool programs, keeping children safe, helping them learn, and relieving working parents of worries about their children's afternoons.
30th Anniversary Ceremony Held at Fairfax County's Girls Probation House — More than 700 teenage girls have been part of the Girls Probation House program since it opened its doors in October 1975. A number of former residents and their families came back for the event and were joined by judges and county officials, including Hunter Mill District Supervisor Catherine Hudgins. The community-based group home serves 12 residents at a time who range in age from 13 to 17, and stay for a period of three to six months. The family-oriented treatment program is for girls involved in chronic status offenses and/or delinquent behavior who are placed there by the court to change behavior that has resulted in their court involvement. This approach has been used as the model for Fairfax County's Boys Probation House, as well as for other local residential treatment facilities. For further information on the Girls Probation House, contact Mary Brantley at 703-830-2930, ext. 202, TTY 711.
Fairfax County is partnering with three local nonprofit organizations - Northern Virginia Family Service, Reston Interfaith and United Community Ministries - to help coordinate services, case management and community support for displaced victims of Hurricane Katrina currently living in Fairfax County. Fairfax Families Care consists of the county's local government and school officials, and representatives from county businesses, nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations. More than 1,100 individuals displaced by Hurricane Katrina are currently living in Fairfax County, according to American Red Cross data. The nonprofits, coordinated by the county's Department of Family Services, are coordinating housing support, emergency services, and access to various community resources for evacuees who need assistance to achieve a stable living situation while they are in Fairfax County. Residents who wish to help evacuees in some way or evacuees seeking services may call the county's Human Services Department at 703-222-0880, TTY 703-803-7914, Spanish 703-631-3366. The county will continue to maintain its extensive Web-based information site about services for evacuees and how the community can help at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/katrina.
Fairfax 2007 Commemoration — Fairfax County was recognized in January 2005 by Gov. Mark R. Warner as part of the Virginia 2007 Community Program, established to expand tourism, economic development and educational opportunities throughout the state in preparation for the 400th anniversary of the founding of Virginia and Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in America. Fairfax County agreed to follow a five-step process consisting of creating a citizen planning committee; adopting a project that highlights the county's history; examining the county's strengths and weaknesses to discover ways to make it a better place to work, live and visit; adopting a project to be completed in 2007 that will be a lasting legacy for present and future citizens of the county; and planning activities in 2007 that will invite visitors from around the world to visit Fairfax County. A Citizen Planning Committee has been appointed of residents who represent the diversity of communities and resources in the county. For more information about the Citizen Planning Committee or the history book, contact the Office of Public Affairs at 703-324-3187, TTY 711, or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/opa/va2007. For more information about Jamestown 2007 and the Virginia 2007 program, visit www.jamestown2007.org.
The Fairfax County 2007 Community Citizen Planning Committee, as part of the larger Virginia 2007 Community Program to commemorate 400 years of Virginia history, has announced plans to publish a book as a legacy project for county residents. The book will feature vignettes, anecdotal articles, photos and essays that highlight the history of Fairfax County through the last 400 years, since the founding of Jamestown in 1607. The committee is soliciting original, non-published, history-related items for publication in the book. Each contribution - written, photographic or other - must be the sole property of the person submitting it, or it must be shown that the owner has given permission for its use. The volunteer authors will have the satisfaction of being a part of this great project and having their work reflect the pride Fairfax County residents feel about the rich and diverse history that will carry through over the next 100 years. The publication will contain a minimum of four vignettes, anecdotal articles or essays from each of the last four centuries, 1607-2007, for a total of at least 16 selections. The deadline for submissions is June 1, 2006, with selections made by Sept. 1, 2006. Download a submission form at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/opa/va2007. To request a form by mail or fax, please call the Office of Public Affairs at 703-324-3187, TTY 711.
Town of Vienna (Unless otherwise noted, for more information, call the Vienna Parks and Recreation Department at 703-255-6360 or visit www.ci.vienna.va.us for more information. The Vienna Community Center is located at 120 Cherry St., S.E.):
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2006 Town of Vienna dog licenses will be available beginning November 1, in the Finance Department at Town Hall (127 Center St., S). All dogs over four months old must be licensed by January 31 each year. The fee is $10 for a fertile dog and $5 for an infertile dog. A current rabies vaccination certificate must be shown to obtain a license, and a spay/neuter certificate must be shown for a reduced price license. Service dogs for the blind, deaf or mobility impaired must be licensed but are exempt from the license tax. Dog tags are also available by mail. Call 703-255-6323 for more information or visit www.ci.vienna.va.us.
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Auditions for the Vienna Theatre Company's winter production, "Enchanted April," will be held November 2 from 7:30-10:00 p.m. and November 3 from 8:30-10:30 p.m. at the Vienna Community Center.
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The annual Town Cleanup Day, sponsored by Vienna's Community Enhancement Commission, will be held rain or shine on Saturday, November 5, 9:00 a.m.-noon. Individuals, families and community service groups are invited to participate in making Vienna a more beautiful community. Clean up your own neighborhood, or be assigned an area of town that needs attention. Check in at the Vienna Community Center on cleanup day to receive garbage bags and gloves. Walk-ins are welcome; organizations are asked to sign up by November 1. For more information, call Cathy Salgado at 703-255-6356.
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Babysitting Fundamentals, for boys and girls age 12 and older, will be held on Saturday, November 5, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Vienna Community Center. Learn how to care for infants and young children, including bathing, games/activities, basic first aid, diapering, and safety practices. The fee of $30 per person includes a manual and certificate upon completion. Bring a bag lunch and a doll.
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Vienna's Virginia 2007 Committee and the Vienna Parks and Recreation Department will sponsor a trip to historic Jamestown on Tuesday, November 1. A charter bus will leave at 8:00 a.m. from the Vienna Community Center and return around 8:00 p.m. The cost of $60 per person includes transportation, orientation at the Jamestown Visitors Center and self-guided walking tours of Jamestown Settlement and Jamestown Island.
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Home Makeovers, a three-part series, will be held November 2, 9 and 16 from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at the Vienna Community Center. ReMax realtor Denene Crabbs will discuss creating an allergen-free home, which home improvements most enhance the resale value of your home, and retirement lifestyle options. The series is free of charge, but registration required.
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Fall leaf collection for Town of Vienna residents will begin on October 24 in south Vienna and October 28 on the north side of town. The complete schedule is: SOUTH VIENNA, October 24-27, November 7-16, November 28-December 10; and NORTH VIENNA, October 28-November 4, November 17-26, December 12-24. All leaves must be at the curbside prior to the first scheduled collection day for each pass through town. Once a street has been covered, crews will not double back. Residents are reminded to rake leaves just to the curbside, not into the street. For more information about leaf collection, call the Vienna Public Works Department at 703-255-6381.
New Members You’ll Like Doing Business With
The following businesses were approved for membership during the September and October Board of Directors meetings. Please welcome them.
| David
Young President Allegra Print & Imaging 8200 Greensboro Drive, Suite 130 Mc Lean, VA 22102 Phone: 703-556-0155 Fax: 703-556-0420 Email: day@printallegra.net Web: www.printallegra.net Full service offset and digital printing, design, trade show graphics, signs, binding and mailing. |
Linda Rodriguez
Market Manager American Diabetes Assn. 1025 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 1005 Washington, DC 20036 Phone: 202-331-8303 Fax: 202-331-1402 Email: lrodriguez@diabetes.org Web: www.diabetes.org Our mission: To prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. |
| Bill Augustine
President Augustine Roofing 2724 Chain Bridge Road Vienna, VA 22181 Phone: 703-281-7663 Fax: 703-281-7680 Email: bill@augusstineroofing.com Web: www.augustineroofing.com Roofing and gutter company doing great work in the Metropolitan area. Call us at 703-281-ROOF (7663). |
Karen McKinney
President/Owner Baskets-n-Bags Inc. P. O. Box 397 Merrifield, VA 22116 Phone: 703-204-2997 Fax: 703-204-9455 Email: karen@baskets-n-bags.biz Web: www.baskets-n-bags.biz We create customized gift baskets for any occasion; corporate and personal. |
| Jessica Ottesen
Segment Manager Best Buy for Business 8027 Leesburg Pike Vienna, VA 22182 Phone: 703-848-7440 Fax: 703-848-7402 Email: jessica.ottesen@bestbuy.com Web: bestbuybusiness.com Company that caters to offer complete IT Solutions for small and mid-sized businesses. |
Jocelyn Schemmer
Marketing Manager The Capital Grille - Tysons Corner 1861 International Drive Mc Lean, VA 22102 Phone: 703-448-3900 Fax: 703-448-8344 Email: jschemmer@loho.com Web: www.thecapitalgrille.com Upscale, traditional steakhouse specializing in dry-aged steaks, seafood and chops. Extensive wine list, premier private dining. |
| Cynthia Atwater
President/CEO CCA Consulting, Inc. 11710 Plaza America Drive, Suite 2000 Reston, VA 20190 Phone: 703-758-0317 Fax: 703-871-5202 Email: cynthia@ccaconsulting.net Design, implement and service Group, Life and Disability Insurance for small-to-large businesses. Employee Benefit Plan Consulting/Broker. |
Brian Monday
SVP and Market Manager Commerce Bank 2070 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 135 Vienna, VA 22182 Phone: 703-663-4400 Fax: 703-663-4367 Web: www.commerceonline.com America's most convenient bank and a leading SBA lender. |
| Tony Taheri
Vice President Enshin Karate of Virginia 228 Dominion Road Vienna, VA 22180 Phone: 703-281-5425 Email: hamidkarateka@yahoo.com Web: www.virginiakarate.com Self-defense classes (all ages). After school (3-12 ages). Summer Camp Class (3-12 ages). |
Brian Tenshaw
President Family Chiropractic Center of Oakton, PC 2972-F Chain Bridge Rd. Oakton, VA 22124 Phone: 703-938-7555 Fax: 703-938-3752 Email: family.chiro@verizon.net Web: www.healthyback.cc Chiropractic/Massage Therapy/Physical Therapy. |
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Nathan Wethje
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Caryn Bailey
Director of Business Development Group Goetz Architects 2000 L Street, NW, Suite 410 Washington, DC 20036 Phone: 202-777-0436 Fax: 202-682-0738 Email: cbailey@gga.com Web: www.gga.com A well-established commercial interiors architecture and design firm setting the standard for quality and design excellence. |
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Patrick
King |
Susan Gordon
Director of Marketing Lebanese Taverna-Tysons Galleria 1840G International Drive Mc Lean, VA 22102 Phone: 703-847-5244 Fax: 703-847-5246 Email: susan@lebanesetaverna.com Web: www.lebanesetaverna.com Serving authentic Middle Eastern Cuisine. Private dining, family style menu planning, outdoor dining and catering available. |
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Akim Alam
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Chris Waters
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| Diana Koons
Mortgage Consultant Market Street Mortgage 7700 Leesburg Pike, Suite 106 Falls Church, VA 22043 Phone: 703-893-6900 Fax: 703-893-7733 Email: diana.koons@msmcorp.com Web: www.marketstreetmortgage.com We are among the nation's leading retail originators of residential mortgage loans. In 2004, Market Street Mortgage originated $2.5 billion in mortgage loans. |
Rick Rummage
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| Niloofar Mofakhami
Owner/President Niloofar Mofakhami, DDS, PLLC 2944 Hunter Mill Road, Suite 202 Oakton, VA 22124 Phone: 703-255-3424 Fax: 703-255-3429 Email: drniloo@oaktonsmiles.com Web: www.oaktonsmiles.com Comprehensive dental care for infants, children, adolescents and special needs patients. |
David Kahn
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| Kerrie Komar
Nutraceutical Anti-aging Consultant nutraMetrix Advanced Nutraceuticals 207B Locust Street, SE Vienna, VA 22180 Phone: 202-262-6788 Email: kerrie_komar@yahoo.com Web: www.kerrie.unfranchise.com We provide customized science-based nutraceuticals, patient education, a genomic wellenss program, and business development support for health practitioners. |
Lyndsey Mirmelstein
Marketing Panera Bread 8365 Leesburg Pike Vienna, VA 22180 Phone: 800-301-5566 Fax: 703-556-3706 Email: lyndsey.mirmelstein@panerabread.com Web: www.panerabread.com Bakery café, offers via Panera catering, free wireless internet. |
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Tony Sidiropoulos
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Chris Moore
General Manager Signs By Design 110 N. Washington Street, Suite 120 Rockville, MD 20850 Phone: 301-279-6706 Fax: 301-279-6708 Email: chris@signsbydesignbiz.com Web: www.signsbydesignbiz.com A full-service sign company specializing in digital printing, 3-D logos, trade-show graphics, logo mats and drapes. Signs, banners and magnetics. |
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Beverly
Brown |
Hala Zein The UPS Store 2961-A Hunter Mill Road Oakton, VA 22124 Phone: 703-281-1816 Fax: 703-242-0497 Email: store5623@theupsstore.com Web: www.theupsstore.com/5623.htm Packaging and Shipping - Retail Packaging Material - Mail Box - Document Services - Copy - Fax - Laminating - Binding - Notary. |
| George Aggeletos
Esq. Versatile Title & Escrow 301 Maple Avenue, West, Suite 202 Vienna, VA 22180 Phone: 703-281-5100 Fax: 703-281-6107 Email: aggeletosg@att.net Real Estate Settlements, Title Insurance, Escrow and Exchange Services. |
Alfred
Earl Befeld Jr. Citizen Member |
