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Chamber Will Move to Historic Route One Building
Regional Visitors Center to be Developed
 Effectively September 1, the Chamber will be located at 6821 Richmond Highway, in a stand-alone building with a history.
The opportunity to move the chamber of commerce into its own building and provide services for visitors was provided by long-time chamber members Ed and Cherie Pagett. Pagett Property Management has been a landmark on the Highway and they will continue to maintain an office in the building at the intersection of Richmond Highway and Memorial Street in the Beacon Hill area.
"We are excited and a little overwhelmed," said Holly Dougherty, executive director. "This is a great opportunity for us to raise the visibility of the chamber, revitalize a small portion of Richmond Highway, and provide credible services for visitors."
The move to 6821 Richmond Highway will take place the last week in August. But the process of renovating the property will take 2-3 months. The building will be painted on the inside, the trim painted on the outside, new shutters, a new sign, and new landscaping installed. Help, suggestions, and donations from chamber members are welcome! Updates on the renovation will be posted on the chamber Facebook page.
An open house and ribbon cutting are planned with a target date of November 14.
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Be Part of Celebration! on October 19
President's Message
 | Ashley McNeff Behrens
USHI Inc. |
Hello Fellow Chamber Members!
Hopefully all of you are enjoying the last few weeks of summer and are gearing up for the new school year, business opportunities and, of course, upcoming Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber events.
In this installment of the President's Message, I am excited to discuss our approaching community-wide event - CELEBRATION! MOUNT VERNON-LEE - A Community Showcase!!! This inaugural event will bring together residents, local businesses, Fort Belvoir and community groups in an annual event which embraces pride in all aspects of our local community.
The Celebration is on Saturday, October 19, 2013 from 11:00am - 4:00pm on the grounds of INOVA Mount Vernon Hospital. Has your business signed up to be a sponsor, food vendor or business expo exhibitor yet? This is a perfect opportunity for you to showcase your business not only to fellow businesses, but also the entire Mount Vernon-Lee community and public!
There will be a number of organized events throughout the Celebration including live music, food vendors, kids zone, pet adoptions, K9 demonstrations with the Fairfax County Police Department, New Car Show, Business Expo and more!!!
I guarantee that you will not only experience a wonderful networking opportunity, but also a wonderful time mingling with fellow neighbors, business owners and friends! If you have any specific questions, please feel free to reach out to Holly anytime. Additional information is also available by visiting www.celebrationmvl.com. Cheers!
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Chamber Calendar
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Business After Hours Networking
 Thursday, September 12 5:30 to 7:00 pm Business After Hours Networking hosted by Walker's Grille, 6909 Metro Park Drive, Alexandria, VA 22310. |
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Wine Etiquette for Business Leaders
A Special Seminar Taught by Unwined
Friday, September 20
1:00 to 2:30 pm
Holiday Inn Express
Unwined's certified Sommelier and Wine Educator Brett Chappell will lead a tasting and discussion on the basics of entertaining with wine in a business environment. This seminar will help you avoid embarrassing missteps and provide confidence to make the right choices for your guests and clients.
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Friday, September 27 6:30 to 9:00 pm Belle Haven Country Club
Honoring outstanding local Police, Firefighters, and EMTs from Fairfax County and Fort Belvoir. Sponsor or RSVP.
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 Saturday, October 19 11:00 am to 5:00 pm Inova Mount Vernon Hospital The inaugural year of a vibrant community celebration. Celebration! Mount Vernon and Lee will bring together residents, local businesses, and community groups, in an annual event that embraces pride in all aspects of our community and encourages fun activities. |
Committee Meetings
Connect with other chamber members at these committee meetings.
Monday, August 26 9:00 am Celebration! Mount Vernon and Lee Planning Committee
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Business News
RFQ for Springfield Community Business Center (CBC) Commuter Parking Garage The Fairfax County Department of Public Works & Environmental Services, Capital Facilities, Building Design and Construction Division is soliciting consulting firm to provide professional design and construction administration services for the Springfield Community Business Center (CBC) Commuter Parking Garage. To view the complete advertisement for the Request for Qualifications, please visit: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpwes/construction/designadvert.htm
Q4 Poised for a Government Spending Spree A recent report by MarketConnections says, "In the past decade, there has been a 4th quarter upward spending trend in the government sector. Even in times of austerity due to sequestration, all signs point to an upcoming spending spree, particularly in the month of September. Although government is projected to spend more money this September, as it has on average over the past five years, there will still be some hurdles for contractors to win new business. The furlough of employees could affect the ability of certain agencies to process orders in a timely fashion..." Read more
Fairfax Water Authority Begins Phase II on Richmond Highway Here's a quick update on the planned work location for August for Phase II of the water main replacement project on Richmond Highway:
- Near the intersection of North Kings Hwy and South Kings Hwy - construction crews installing water main
- At Kings Crossing Rd - construction crews begin excavation for bore pits
- At Groveton Rd - construction crews begin excavation for bore pits
- At Shields Ave - construction crews begin installation of water main
Some work will be done during the day and some at night depending on the location and the contractor's needs.
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Member News
MOUNT VERNON VOICE
MOUNT VERNON GAZETTE
Summer Discount at George Washington's Mount Vernon
Guests visiting Mount Vernon or the International Spy Museum will receive a 50% discount off the ticket purchase at their second destination through August 31. Simply showing your receipt or ticket stub from one site provides the discount at the other.
Mark Your Calendar for the Vendor Forum Sept. 26 Small business owners and those interested in starting a small business in Fairfax County, should mark your calendar to attend the 2013 Vendor Forum, scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 26, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax. Hosted by the Fairfax County Small Business Commission and the Department of Purchasing and Supply Management (DPSM), the Vendor Forum is a free trade show for small, women-owned and minority-owned businesses. Attendees also obtain valuable insight into Fairfax County Government business and procurement needs and requirements. For more information about the 2013 Vendor Forum contact Michael Estelle, DPSM, at 703-324-3104, TTY 711.
Kidney Stones: Prevention and Treatment Did you know one out of every 10 people will suffer from a kidney stone? Symptoms of kidney stones include a sudden onset of intense cramping pain in the low back, side, groin or abdomen. Attend a free lecture with Inova Alexandria Hospital surgeon, Yousef Salem, MD to learn about kidney stones - the different types and causes, treatment options, and prevention methods. Monday, August 19 - 6 p.m. , at Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22304.
The Hollin Hall Senior Center will be holding its Annual MEGA Bazaar on Saturday, October 19, 2013. At this time, we are seeking goody bag items for the 300 plus bags we put together and hand out to the attendees. (We actually had close to 800 attendees last year!) Goody bag items can include a business/organization flyer, pencils, magnet, pens, coupons, nail file---whatever you would like to use to promote your business or organization. The Hollin Hall Senior Center has just celebrated its 30th Anniversary. With your continued support, we look forward to another successful year! Thank you in advance!
A County Wide CAC meeting, hosted by the new Chief of Police will be on Tuesday September 17, 2013 starting at 6:30pm @ the Massey Building. If you are interested in attending, please email Officer Greg Kotteman. Gregory.Kottemann@fairfaxcounty.gov
Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services is accepting donations of NEW backpacks and school supplies. Important need: composition notebooks, pocket folders, glue sticks, thin and thick markers, Fiskars blunt and pointed scissors, zippered pencil pouches, subject index tab dividers, highlighters multi colors as well as yellow, colored pencils, 3x5 index cards, hand held pencil sharpeners w/ plastic lid, pink bar erasers and scientific calculators. Donations should be dropped off by August 26th at the Mt. Zephyr Business Complex at 8305 Richmond Hwy., Ste. 17B Alexandria VA 22309. Please contact Betsy Damitz 703-768-9404 or bdmaitz@goodhousing.org with any questions.
Women's Equality Day Visit the Workhouse Prison Museum on Women's Equality Day, Sunday, August 25, 2013, from 12:30-4pm, and join in the celebration of the 93rd anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment giving women the right to vote. Women's Equality Day is jointly presented by the Workhouse Prison Museum and the Turning Point Suffrage Memorial. The Workhouse Arts Center was the site of a pivotal moment in history that helped women win the right to vote. In 1919, women protesting for women's suffrage were jailed, kept in appalling conditions and force fed during a hunger strike. Being wrongfully jailed and treated badly opened the world's eyes to the inequality and ill-treatment of women across the country, resulting in the 19th amendment of the Bill of Rights.
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