Plans are already beginning for our Annual Casino Night, to be held be held Saturday, April 1 at Westwood Country Club. If you've ever been on the Casino Night committee, you know the benefits of helping with this event. Sponsorships and prize donations are now being accepted the committee needs more help! Email casino@vtrcc.org to volunteer.

In March we will be kicking off our membership drive which culminates with the Sip and Sample Mixer April 25 at Meadowlark Gardens. We need Team Captains and volunteers to help make this a success. Last year we had a record breaking drive and the goal this year is to set new records. To get involved with the membership drive, contact our “fired-up” Membership Chair Jim DiModica at 703-396-8205, ext. 100.

The Vienna-Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce (VTRCC) is seeking an Office Administrator/Events Coordinator. Candidate must be organized, friendly, flexible, a self-starter with basic knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft (Word, Excel and Access) and working knowledge of database programs. The individual must have a pleasant telephone voice. Must be willing to have some flexibility to work beyond traditional work hours. Familiarity with the Vienna-Tysons area is a plus. Salary $27,000+ with flexibility for the right candidate. Generous benefits available. Interested parties please send resumes via email to info@vtrcc.org. No phone calls please.

Former astronaut Thomas D. Jones, PhD captured the attention of members and guests at VTRCC’s 2/9 lunch at Bistro 123. Dr. Jones signed copies of his book, SKY WALKING: An Astronaut’s Memoir, for dozens of attendees, like United Bank’s Amelia Toten. The frank and jargon-free memoir of Jones’ work as an astronaut in the 1990s has been called “an unusually expressive contribution to the spaceflight genre.” (Photo by Cook's Photo-Art Studio)

2FLARE was nominated for the 2006 Innovative Product of the Year Award that will be announced during the 2006 Food Expo - Buyers Market in Richmond on March 22. The company will show its products line to US and International buyers in the special trade show. For more info: www.2flare.com

How to Buy a Car Without Losing Your Skirt! (March 21, 7:00-9:00pm) The Women's Center invites you to come learn from industry veteran Rebecca Diamond of Tysons Dodge Jeep. To register, call 703-281-2657 or visit www.thewomenscenter.org

If you didn't have enough time to sign up for the Awaken the Spanish Within Immersion Weekend we have another opportunity for you! The next event will be held on March 13-15 at the Sheraton Premiere Hotel in Tysons Corner. Save the date now on your calendars for this upcoming event. Only $499 for VTRCC members! click here for details (posted 11/1/05)

Homestretch, a non-profit in downtown Falls Church has an immediate need for a FT receptionist/administrative assistant. Fax cover letter, salary requirement, resume to 703-237-4540.

The second annual American Cancer Society's Vienna Relay for Life will be held on June 3-4 2006 at Oakton High School. Last year's Vienna Relay, the first ever for our community, raised over $450,000 making it the top rookie relay ever and the top Relay in the greater Washington metropolitan area. For more information visit www.viennarelay.org or call Debbie Baciagalupo at 703-255-0218 or Irene Ward 703-281-1978.

Virginia Commerce Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of John P. Perseo, Jr. as Executive Vice President of Operations and Technology. For more info: www.vcbonline.com

The Vienna-Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce Presents our Thirteenth Annual Casino Night & Taste of the Town on Saturday, April 1, 2006. It will be held from 7pm-Midnight at Westwood Country Club.

At this popular event, everyone is a winner! You'll enjoy samples from the area’s finest eateries, a cash bar, a live auction, and then test your luck at many casino games. At the end of the evening you can redeem your gaming winnings for raffle tickets - our fabulous prizes include trips, jewelry, gift certificates and more! Tickets are $60 each.

Looking for new clients/customers? Consider a sponsorship! Sponsorships include: Valet Sponsor (one only - very visible signage and more), Gold Sponsors (includes gaming table sponsorship, double gaming cash and more), Table Sponsors (run a gaming table and promote your business to a captive audience!), Featured Restaurants (great way to introduce your restaurant to potential new patrons - space is limited), and Prize Donors (prizes large and small welcomed - great visibility during the event).

Many thanks to our Enterprise sponsors: