Arlington Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

MONA Annual Private School Fair 4/1/2022 6:30 PM - 4/1/2022 8:00 AM

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 15:17:01 GMT

Congressional School to Host MONA Private School Fair Thursday, April 28 at 6:30 PM

Congressional School in Falls Church, VA is delighted to host the Mothers of North Arlington (MONA) at an upcoming Private School Fair. Private schools from around the Washington, D.C. area ranging from large independent schools to small local Montessori and faith-based schools will be represented. The fair is open to the public and admission is free.

RSVP to attend at www.congressionalschool.org/monafair

Spring to Life: A Blood Drive in Support of Sabina 4/2/2022 12:00 Noon - 4/2/2022 4:00 PM

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 19:15:22 GMT

Hello Arlington friends!

We are partnering with Inova Blood Donor Services to host our first ever blood drive on Saturday, April 2. We still have a handful of slots available between 2-4pm and we wanted to extend an invitation to you, our amazing neighbors!

Sabina is one of Xtend Barre Arlington's littlest, sweetest, and bravest friends. Sabina was born with Hereditary Spherocytosis, a rare condition that causes her red blood cells to be misshapen; as a result, she requires bloodtransfusions once a week. In her honor, and in honor of all of the strong kiddos out there who require similar care, we are honored to partner with Inova Blood Donor Services to host XBA's first ever blood drive on Saturday, April 2.

We are still in need of donors! Can we count on you to help? Register here!

Full eligibility guidelines can be found here. When you register, you will be prompted to create a donor account and choose a time slot between noon and 4pm on Saturday, April 2; please allow one hour for your donation. Space is limited, so please be sure you are able to commit before booking.

Women in Business Master Class: What Should My Price Be 4/5/2022 12:45 PM - 4/5/2022 2:30 PM

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 09:58:35 GMT

The Chamber's Women in Business Master Class series offers an important educational opportunity to female business owners and professionals. These events are open to Chamber members and prospective members. Join us for our second Master Class of 2022 for What Should My Price Be, presented by Manny Cosme of CFO Services Group.

Incorrect pricing is the most common problem that small businesses face. Properly pricing your products or services can literally make or break your business. Yet most small business owners don’t take the time to learn (or ask) how to set their pricing. There is a method to the madness of pricing, and this presentation is designed to show you how.

We are currently accepting topic submissions for our 2022 series!

There are many reasons to become a speaker, including exposure for you and your business. You will be showcasing yourself and your business as a thought leader/content expert. You and your business will be featured on the Chamber’s website, weekly newsletter, and the Arlingtonian newsletter (where space and timing allow).

If you are interested in becoming a speaker, please submit a proposed topic with a one paragraph summary description to events@arlingtonchamber.org.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We have a variety of sponsorship opportunities available for this event. Please review our sponsorship document or contact engagement@arlingtonchamber.org for more information.

Registration

Early registration closes on Monday, April 4. For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Zoom Details

Attendees will receive a personal meeting link from Zoom at least one week prior to the event. If you have not received your link by the evening of Monday, April 4, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Community Partner

Clarendon Animal Care

Registrations are non-refundable. For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee 4/6/2022 9:00 AM - 4/6/2022 10:15 AM

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 16:39:34 GMT

We welcome Chamber members to join our Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee meeting on Wednesday, April 6 from 9:00-10:30am on the Zoom platform.

The Arlington Chamber has extended invitations to all candidates running for the US House of Representatives in the 8^th District to speak with the committee and take questions. We will welcome the four candidates who have accepted our invitation: Rep. Don Beyer (Democrat), Victoria Virasingh (Democrat), Karina Lipsman (Republican), and Heerak Kim (Republican).

Each candidate will have 15 minutes to give brief remarks (no more than 5 minutes) and to take questions from committee members. The candidates will join us one at a time, in sequence; there will be no direct back-and-forth or debate amongst the candidates. We encourage everyone to arrive promptly at 9:00 a.m. (or even a couple of minutes early) so that we can get started without delay. That said, due to the logistics of speakers entering and exiting, this meeting will likely run until 10:15 a.m.

Virtual Meeting Instructions

This meeting is restricted to members of the Chamber. Please note that this committee meeting requires pre-registration. To RSVP for this committee meeting and receive a personalized Zoom link, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Chamber 101 4/7/2022 4:00 PM - 4/7/2022 5:15 PM

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 12:13:57 GMT

A free networking seminar for new, existing, and prospective members, Chamber 101 is your opportunity to learn how to maximize your Chamber membership. Learn about the Chamber and the many ways you can get involved through events, networking, sponsorship opportunities, and joining committees. Take advantage of the opportunity to meet our staff, future clients and associates, and expand your membership potential at Chamber 101!

Agenda

4:00 - 5:15 p.m. - Program

Program includes brief open networking.

Registration

Online registration closes at noon on Thursday, April 7. For late registrations, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Prospective members may register to attend up to three (3) Chamber Networking (Breakfast Connection, Business After Business, Small Business Roundtable) events in a calendar year as a guest before joining the Chamber. The Chamber reserves the right to deny admittance to the event if a nonmember has already attended three events. Please contact Mike Rosenow at membership@arlingtonchamber.org with any questions or to join the Chamber.

Parking Details

Metered street parking is available on 14th Street, as well as in the Courthouse Plaza parking lot (2098 15th St N.).

COVID-19 Requirements

Attendees at all Arlington Chamber events will be required to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. View the full policy here.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsor

Premier Sponsor

Breakfast Connection Combined with the Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce 4/7/2022 7:30 AM - 4/7/2022 9:00 AM

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 12:03:26 GMT

Promote your business before the workday even begins. The format of the Breakfast Connection gives attendees a chance to bring their business to the table, literally. This event focuses on roundtable power networking and provides attendees the chance to exchange business cards, develop new prospects and share a 60 second pitch with each table. Double your connections this month at our combined event with the Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce. Bring plenty of business cards- you'll need them!

Agenda

7:30 a.m. Registration and Open Networking

8:00 a.m. Brief Program followed by Speed Networking

Registration

Registration closes Wednesday, April 6 at noon. For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Sponsorship

We have multiple Patron level sponsorships available for this event. Please review our sponsorship document or contact engagement@arlingtonchamber.org for more information.

Parking

Discounted parking ($10) is available in the garage below the hotel. The garage entrance is on 20th Street South. After parking, please exit the garage and walk across the hallway to enter the Marriott. Then, take the elevator up to the Mezzanine floor and follow signs for the Arlington Chamber of Commerce Breakfast.

COVID-19 Requirements

Attendees at all Arlington Chamber events will be required to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. View the full policy here.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsor

Premier Sponsor

Registrations are non-refundable. For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Washington D.C./Virginia Franchise Show - Free Tickets 4/8/2022 11:00 AM - 4/9/2022 5:00 PM

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 13:07:23 GMT

Washington Franchise Show - Free Tickets

Saturday April 9 from 11:00AM – 5:00PM

Sunday April 10 from 11:00 AM-4:00PM

(Safety Precautions in Effect)

GET FREE TICKETS HERE:

https://thebizex.net/washington-dcvirginia-franchise-show-april-2022-organic/

Your only opportunity to see and compare all your full and part-time business ownership options under one roof! – Save Hundreds of Hours of Research Time!

2 Days Only! Meet Face to Face with Proven Businesses

Proven, money making businesses that are now expanding in Washington DC/Virginia are here to meet new potential owners. This is your only opportunity to meet with the hottest businesses face to face. Ask questions and get the information you need in a no pressure environment. Be there, find the businesses that excite you, shake hands and say hello!

• Meet face to face with successful businesses looking for franchisees and dealers.

• Find the perfect full time or part-time business for you.

• See the hottest money-making opportunities.

• Attend FREE seminars and learn how to operate a successful business

INVITE YOUR FRIENDS & GET FREE TICKETS HERE:

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For More Free Tickets to Franchise Shows Near You, Please visit:

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Washington D.C./Virginia Franchise Show - Free Tickets 4/8/2022 11:00 AM - 4/9/2022 5:00 PM

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 18:32:11 GMT

Washington Franchise Show - Free Tickets

Saturday April 9 from 11:00AM – 5:00PM

Sunday April 10 from 11:00 AM-4:00PM

(Safety Precautions in Effect)

GET FREE TICKETS HERE:

https://thebizex.net/washington-dcvirginia-franchise-show-april-2022-organic/

Your only opportunity to see and compare all your full and part-time business ownership options under one roof! – Save Hundreds of Hours of Research Time!

2 Days Only! Meet Face to Face with Proven Businesses

• Meet face to face with successful businesses looking for franchisees and dealers.

• Find the perfect full time or part-time business for you.

• See the hottest money-making opportunities.

• Attend FREE seminars and learn how to operate a successful business

INVITE YOUR FRIENDS & GET FREE TICKETS HERE:

https://thebizex.net/washington-dcvirginia-franchise-show-april-2022-organic/

For More Free Tickets to Franchise Shows Near You, Please visit:

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Washington DC/Virginia Franchise Show - Free Tickets 4/8/2022 11:00 AM - 4/9/2022 5:00 PM

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 15:17:06 GMT

Washington Franchise Show - Free Tickets

Saturday April 9 from 11:00AM – 5:00PM
Sunday April 10 from 11:00 AM-4:00PM
(*Safety Precautions in Effect*)

GET FREE TICKETS HERE:
https://thebizex.net/washington-dcvirginia-franchise-show-april-2022-organic/

Your only opportunity to see and compare all your full and part-time business ownership options under one roof! – Save Hundreds of Hours of Research Time!
2 Days Only! Meet Face to Face with Proven Businesses
Proven, money making businesses that are now expanding in Washington DC/Virginia are here to meet new potential owners. This is your only opportunity to meet with the hottest businesses face to face. Ask questions and get the information you need in a no pressure environment. Be there, find the businesses that excite you, shake hands and say hello!
• Meet face to face with successful businesses looking for franchisees and dealers.
• Find the perfect full time or part-time business for you.
• See the hottest money-making opportunities.
• Attend FREE seminars and learn how to operate a successful business

INVITE YOUR FRIENDS & GET FREE TICKETS HERE:
https://thebizex.net/washington-dcvirginia-franchise-show-april-2022-organic/

For More Free Tickets to Franchise Shows Near You, Please visit:
https://thebizex.com/franchise-shows

Eggstravaganza: NoVa 4/9/2022 11:00 AM - 4/9/2022 2:00 PM

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 11:44:54 GMT

Our famous Easter egg hunt is BACK in person this year!

This special event is FREE and complete with games, prizes, the Easter Bunny, and much more.

We can't wait to celebrate Easter with you!

Location: Springfield, VA: The St. James, (Hosted by NCC)

https://national.cc/eggstravaganza

Sip and Style Fashion Funraiser 4/9/2022 11:00 AM - 4/9/2022 1:30 PM

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 09:38:36 GMT

Join us on February 12, from 11:00am to 1:30pm in Arlington, VA for a runway fashion show and luncheon to support two great causes — the Jennifer Bush Lawson Foundation and the Raymond A. Wood Foundation.

Boutiques and shops of all genres – women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing, athletic clothing and gear, home decor and jewelry will be showcasing the latest fashions and accessories.

Enjoy a silent auction, wardrobe makeover raffle and shopping opportunities. A great way to kick off your Valentine’s Day weekend.
Can't make it in person? Join us online to watch virtually and enjoy a brunch box and mimosa kit delivered to your door.

For tickets, visit https://www.betterunite.com/sipandstylefunraiser-sipandstylefashionshow

2022 Virtual Spring Seminar In Partnership with GWDC, Metro MD, and NOVA ARMA Chapters 4/13/2022 10:00 AM - 4/13/2022 2:00 PM

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 10:45:25 GMT

Please join us for the upcoming 2022 Virtual Spring Seminar In Partnership with GWDC, Metro MD, and Northern Virginia Chapters Wednesday, April 13, 2022, beginning at 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (EST) Although virtual, the Mid-Atlantic DC Metro area ARMA Chapters have partnered together to bring you a thought-provoking Spring Seminar.

Breaks will include a chance to listend and win gift cards from sponsors.
CPE Credits will be available for Validated attendies
No Cost to register

Session Speakers:

Justin Head: Records & Governance in Collaborative Databases (MS Teams & SharePoint)

Lisa Haralampus: NARA Update on M-19-21

John Mancini: Why Records & Governance Matter: A Personal Journey

Christopher Beasley: What is FADGI and what does it mean?

All registrants will be required to acknowledge the following statement ebfore registering: In exchange for this free event, I acknowledge that my registration information will be collected by the ARMA chapters, which may use my registration information in outreach and marketing, and tha tI can be unsubscribed from the mailing list at my request anytime. Further, I acknowledge that I will not record no reporduce any portion of this webinar.

REGISTER HERE: https://arma-nova.org/meetinginfo.php?id=86&ts=1648485582

Cherry Blossom Tea in Santé 4/16/2022 12:00 Noon - 4/16/2022 3:00 PM

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 12:21:14 GMT

Celebrate Washington, DC's most enchanting season with Cherry Blossom Tea in Santé. Indulge in a glass of sparkling wine and Cherry Blossom-inspired tea sandwiches, pastries, scones and luxury teas from 12pm to 3pm Saturday, April 16th.

For reservations and more information, please visit MeetatSante.com.

Cherry Blossom Tea in Santé 4/16/2022 12:00 Noon - 4/16/2022 3:00 PM

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 12:21:13 GMT

For reservations and more information, please visit MeetatSante.com.

Easter Brunch in Santé 4/17/2022 10:30 AM - 4/17/2022 3:00 PM

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 12:21:16 GMT

Celebrate Easter Sunday with a delicious brunch buffet in Santé from 10:30 am to 3:00 pm Sunday, April 17th. With a visit from the Easter Bunny and photo opportunities available, you and your family will have wonderful memories and a fantastic meal.

For more information and reservations, please visit MeetatSante.com.

98th Annual Arlington Business Gala 4/23/2022 6:30 PM - 4/23/2022 11:00 PM

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 15:04:23 GMT

The Arlington Business Gala, "Arlington's Best Night Out," has been the Chamber's biggest event for more than 90 years. This event is a celebration of business in Arlington and serves as the Chamber's largest fundraiser, helping us continue our mission of strengthening businesses and the economic environment for those who work, live, and do business in Arlington. Join us at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City for a spectacular silent auction, dinner, dancing, premium networking, and fun.

Silent Auction

This year our silent auction is going 100% online. Say goodbye to paper bid sheets and hello to bidding from wherever you are so you don't miss out on that special item you've had your eye on, while getting to eat, drink, and enjoy your evening!

Bidding is now open, and will stay open through the event until 9:45 p.m. on Saturday, April 23. Create your profile now to make check in and check out faster the evening of the Gala. Sign up and start bidding at https://www.32auctions.com/98tharlingtongala.

The Best of Raffle

Purchase a raffle ticket today for a chance to win the best of the best from the auction items. Winner will pick from our top auction items in the list below. No more than 200 raffle tickets will be sold. You do not need to present to win.

- Two Night Stay at the New Kent Ordinary (courtesy of Jon Kinney & Erin Devine)

- A foursome of golf and lunch at Army Navy Country Club (courtesy of Army Navy Country Club)

- The ultimate Nats fan package (courtesy of the Washington Nationals and National Capital Bank of Washington)

- 7 Nights in Antigua at The Hammock Cove Antigua (courtesy of Elite Island Resorts)

- A Once-in-a-Lifetime chance to rappel down the side of an Arlington Hotel with New Hope Housing on May 6th!

Registration

Registration closes Friday, April 15. For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Please note this is an adult business event, and all guests must be at least 21 years of age.

Reception

Guests will enjoy a spectacular silent auction, three-course dinner, music, dancing, open bar, premium networking, and fun.

Attire

Black tie preferred.

Parking

Complimentary valet parking is available at the hotel for all attendees during the event. Self-parking located in the mall parking garage is not valid for complimentary parking. We encourage all attendees to make plans to travel home safely.

Hotel Rooms

Hotel rooms at the Ritz-Carlton, on the night of the Gala, are available at the discounted room rate of $339+tax. To book a room, please call the Ritz-Carlton Reservations Manager at 703-412-2723, during normal business hours.

COVID-19 Requirements

Attendees at all Arlington Chamber events will be required to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. View the full policy here.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsor

Red Carpet Sponsor

VIP Reception Sponsor

Photo Booth Sponsor

Beverage Sponsor

Live Auction Sponsor

Premier Sponsors

Gift Sponsor

Sikich LLP

Floral Sponsor

Conklyn's Florist

Silent Auction Sponsor

EagleBank

Benefactor Sponsors

Patron Sponsors

Registrations are non-refundable. For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

BBQ and Blooms Summer Bash 4/26/2022

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 13:31:04 GMT

30 Minute Hit Open House 4/26/2022 12:30 PM - 4/26/2022 2:00 PM

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:06:47 GMT

Small Business Roundtable: Local SEO and Social Selling 4/27/2022 12:00 Noon - 4/27/2022 1:00 PM

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 12:23:42 GMT

The Chamber's free monthly Small Business Roundtable is an important educational and networking opportunity for small businesses. This event provides expert speakers on topics to help you grow your business, such as digital marketing and business development and also gives you the opportunity to make connections and grow your professional network. The forum is applicable to a variety of businesses and employee levels, from front-line customer service to owners.

THIS MONTH'S TOPIC: Local SEO and Social Selling, presented by Timm Johnson (Director, George Mason University Small Business Development Center)

Targeted to services companies and local aspiring and current small business owners that serve a local community, this virtual roundtable will go over:

Power of SEO and social media for attracting customers, including local SEO to precisely target your market.
Website optimization for lead generation. How personas, message maps, and content calendars help to make your website and social media footprint more attractive when integrated.
Social selling as an amplifier of your existing sales and marketing strategy. Learn to build an omni channel presence and customer journey for faster wins.
What your digital channel strategy needs to be effective in terms of content, technology and investment.
Building a complete marketing strategy combining digital and non-digital marketing techniques and calculate the cost of customer acquisition

Sponsorship Opportunities

We have an exclusive Premier Sponsorship opportunity available for this event. Please review our sponsorship document or contact engagement@arlingtonchamber.org for more information.

Agenda

11:55 a.m.: Registration
12:00-1:00 p.m.: Presentation

Registration

For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Prospective members may register to attend up to three (3) Chamber networking (Breakfast Connection, Business After Business, Small Business Roundtable) events in a calendar year as a guest before joining the Chamber. The Chamber reserves the right to deny admittance to the event if a nonmember has already attended three events. Please contact Mike Rosenow at membership@arlingtonchamber.org with any questions or to join the Chamber.

Zoom Details

Attendees will receive a Zoom meeting link in their registration confirmation email.

Thank you to our Grand Sponsor!

Registrations are non-refundable. For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Business After Business 4/28/2022 5:00 PM - 4/28/2022 7:00 PM

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 12:25:41 GMT

Creating connections in this relaxed setting is a great way to end your business day. Build your network while enjoying food, beer, wine, and soft drinks, all of which are included in your registration. Attendees are eligible to win door prizes donated by members and members have a chance to win our cash jackpot.

Location

In 2020, the University began a $250 million transformation of its Arlington Campus, now known as Mason Square, with the development of the Arlington Innovation Headquarters, known as the FUSE building, a 360,000 square foot mixed use building that will house IDIA research and innovation programs, as well as the graduate programs of the University’s School of Computing, Scalia Law School, Schar School of Policy and Government, Carter School of Peace and Conflict Resolution, and the School of Business.

Our campus transformation is inspired by a new urban geography of innovation that concentrates university research and development programs, corporate innovation labs, innovation-centric convening and community programs, high-growth-companies and related incubator and accelerator programs, diverse high-density residential options, and retail amenities — all in a compact urban setting that allows innovators to live, learn, work, and play in a dynamic and highly collaborative environment.

Hosting

Are you a member interested in hosting a Business After Business? Please contact events@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for more information.

Registration

To enjoy our pre-registration rates, please register by 12:00pm on Thursday, April 28. Late registration rates apply to on-site registrations. For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Parking

Validated parking will be provided for the Van Metre Hall Parking Garage, located off of N. Fairfax Dr. on N. Kirkwood Rd. For directions to the garage, enter 3351 N. Fairfax Drive into your GPS. From the garage, take the elevator up to the pedestrian bridge, connecting Van Metre Hall to Vernon Smith Hall. The location is metro accessible via Clarendon Metro and Virginia Square.

COVID-19 Requirements

Attendees at all Arlington Chamber events will be required to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. View the full policy here.

Registrations are non-refundable. For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

WWLI IS PROUD TO PRESENT OUR 2022 SIGNATURE EVENT FEATURING REBECCA MINKOFF 4/28/2022 5:00 PM - 4/28/2022 8:00 PM

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 09:14:37 GMT

WWLI Signature Event featuring Rebecca Minkoff.

https://wwli.org/meetinginfo.php?id=222&ts=1649082326

WWLI is thrilled to bring back our annual Signature Event with this unique experience. This event will feature fabulous food, fantastic fashion, giveaways, takeaways and lots of fun, courtesy of our event partners Tysons Corner Center, Bloomingdales and the Hyatt Regency.

Global fashion designer and businesswoman Rebecca Minkoff will join us for a casual chat to discuss some of the lessons learned throughout her career and provide insight and perspective that will empower you to reach your goals. Come ready to support, inspire and connect with cross-industry executive women.

Rebecca Minkoff built a fashion empire through a relentless drive to live her dream. It wasn’t easy and took tremendous resolve to remain hungry and persevere. Through hard work, she has created a space for herself on the shelves of luxury department stores across the world. Now, the author of Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success will share with attendees how to:

Take on challenges they initially didn’t know how to complete, using her fearless approach to push themselves to meet each and every one.
Overcome the fear and trials female entrepreneurs often face.
Break the rules and find success in places they previously thought to be inaccessible.
Reach their goals, no matter how unattainable they may seem.

Come for Her Story - Stay for the Experience! Get Your Tickets Today.

Rocklands Bourbon Tasting 4/28/2022 5:30 PM - 4/28/2022 7:30 PM

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 15:56:30 GMT

Come by Rocklands Barbeque & Grilling Co for a Bourbon Tasting Event! Meet our local bourbon partner, KO Distilling and try our Rocklands Bourbon. Enjoy all you can eat Pork Belly, fresh Grilled Oysters, delicious sides and unlimited beer. Tickets are $40. All proceeds benefit PathForward VA, the local non-profit organization providing housing and services for the homeless community.

Toasting the Bold 4/28/2022 5:30 PM - 4/28/2022 7:30 PM

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:59:31 GMT

"Toasting The Bold" honoring the USAF Rescue Heroes and their Families 4/28/2022 5:30 PM - 4/28/2022 9:30 PM

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 15:17:12 GMT

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

TODD ROBINSON - Hollywood Screenwriter/Director

Todd Robinson is an American screenwriter and director whose decades-long career spans drama, documentary, and live-action on television and in the movies.

In "THE LAST FULL MEASURE" (2020), he brought public recognition to A1C William Hart Pitsenbarger, who sacrificed his life while saving 60 others, and the effort to recognize his courage with a posthumous Medal of Honor. Robinson will talk about his 20-year drive to bring this movie to the big screen.

Thursday, April 28, 2022 | 5:30 p.m. Reception | 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Program | Business Cocktail Attire

Please join us as we toast and honor the U.S. Air Force Rescue men and women who proudly serve in honor of defending America’s freedom.

ARMY NAVY COUNTRY CLUB

1700 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, Virginia

To register: https://thatothersmaylive.ejoinme.org/TTB_DC

Event proceeds benefit the That Others May Live Foundation’s programs and services for the families and children of U.S. Air Force Rescue Heroes who are killed or severely wounded in operational or training missions with scholarships, immediate tragedy assistance, visible and invisible wounds, and other critical support.

To learn more about the event or foundation, visit www.thatothersmaylive.org, or email tomlf@thatothersmaylive.org.

Arlington Chamber Volunteer Day 4/29/2022 12:00 Noon - 4/29/2022 4:00 PM

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 16:06:03 GMT

The Arlington Chamber of Commerce is seeking individuals and teams of enthusiastic volunteers to participate in Arlington Chamber Volunteer Day, an annual tradition that engages businesses and individuals in rewarding half-day service projects throughout the community. This year, Christian Dorsey, County Board Vice Chair, will be joining us for welcome remarks.

Volunteer opportunities are available for individuals and groups of all sizes. Arlington Chamber Volunteer Day is produced by the Chamber's Community Action Committee and connects Arlington businesses to Chamber member nonprofits. This is a great opportunity for nonprofits to develop relationships with Arlington businesses.

The Chamber will be hosting a Virtual Kickoff before things get started at volunteer sites. To join us for the Virtual Kick-Off, please see the Zoom Details details below.

Sponsorship

We have a variety of sponsorship opportunities available for this event. Please review our sponsorship document or contact engagement@arlingtonchamber.org for more information.

Volunteer Registrations

To register for a volunteer site, review the available projects below, then click the blue "register" button in the top right corner of this webpage. From there, please select the site of your choice. Volunteers will receive individual instructions for their selected project in addition to site COVID-19 protocols. Additionally, volunteers will receive a Zoom link in their registration confirmation email for the Virtual Kickoff. For questions, please contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Note: A member of the Chamber's staff will follow up with you to confirm your participation.

Volunteer Projects

Arlington Arts Center FULL/No Additional Volunteers Needed | In-Person

Arlington Arts Center needs volunteers to help us spruce up our art-making classrooms and organize storage spaces! We have 1-2 classrooms that need to be repainted so that the students feel energized in a fresh space and ready for creativity. We also have storage closets with supplies, paint, and A/V equipment that need to be reorganized.

All volunteers should be vaccinated and boosted as eligible. Masks optional.

Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) FULL/No Additional Volunteers Needed | In-Person

From 2:00pm - 3:30pm, volunteers will be sorting food donations by type, date, or quality; bagging up dried goods - beans, rice or oatmeal; bagging up fresh produce from bulk containers into family size bags.

We ask that all volunteers are vaccinated and boosted as eligible. Masks are optional.

AHC Inc. 4 Volunteers Needed | In-Person

Spring Cleaning at Harvey Hall - AHC hosts year round educational programs for students in grades K-12 at Harvey Hall, an affordable housing complex. The classrooms are filled with busy, happy children in the afternoons and studious teens at night, leaving staff with little time to do a deep cleaning. We are looking for volunteers willing to help clean the classrooms. Tasks will include scrubbing chairs and tables, as well as other cleaning and organizing projects.

This is an in-person, indoor activity. Volunteers are required to be vaccinated. Masks are optional. Cleaning supplies and gloves will be provided.

AHC Inc. No Volunteer Limit | Virtual

In its College & Career Readiness program, AHC supports 60+ high school juniors and seniors in their journey from high school to college and beyond. Students are matched with volunteer mentors to work one-on-one on essay writing, standardized test prep and more. Students attend workshops on resume building, interview skills, financial management 101 and career exploration topics. Most of the students in the program are part of immigrant families living in AHC's affordable housing properties and are the first in their family to attend college. Attend a virtual information session on April 29, 1-2pm, to learn more about this life-changing program and how you can get involved. We have one-time and ongoing volunteer opportunities. We'll be looking for volunteers who can lead or support workshops with students during the summer. We also need mentors to work with students during the school year.

This event is virtual only. A Zoom link will be sent out closer to April 29.

Animal Welfare League of Alexandria 6 Volunteers Needed (AWLA) 6 Volunteers Needed | In-Person

9:30 AM - 12:30PM - Join AWLA's Community Support team by participating in pet food and pet supply distribution at Carlin Springs Family Market Day. Help organize and load supplies at the shelter and then distribute items at Carlin Springs Elementary school. Masks optional while outdoors. Note: may be asked to load heavy items onto our van for transportation.

At this time, AWLA does not require masks for staff, volunteers or visitors. Masking is optional and encouraged.

Arlington Neighborhood Village (ANV) 16 Volunteers Needed | In-Person

The Arlington Neighborhood Village would like volunteers to help our members, all seniors, dispose of their spring cleaning donations. The members will have boxed their items into two categories, for Goodwill and for e-waste recycling to be brought to BestBuy. These members typically do not drive and cannot carry the boxes by themselves. Clearing out clutter reduces tripping hazards and helps improve their living environment. This will also be a wonderful opportunity for the members to have a little social contact.

Volunteers should plan to work in pairs and have a vehicle that can handle multiple boxes and possibly small TVs or printers. Volunteers will be given the names and addresses of their members. They will pick up the donations and drop them off at the appropriate site(s). Each pair of volunteers will pick up from approximately 4 members.

This project is in-person only. Members will be fully vaccinated and masked, and we ask the same of the volunteers since the members are senior citizens.

Bridges to Independence FULL/No Additional Volunteers Needed | In-Person

Bridges to Independence's shelter, Sullivan House, is in need of a spring refresh! Help us beautify the shelter with gardening and spring cleaning. Outside, volunteers would be helping with mulching, bush removal, weeding, and cleaning up garden beds. Inside, volunteers would help with cleaning the baseboards and any empty apartment kitchens.

Volunteers are asked to bring tools and cleaning/gardening gloves. Volunteers must be vaccinated and wearing masks.

Bridges to Independence 15 Volunteers Needed | In-Person

Help Bridges to Independence restock the shelter pantry! Bridges' shelter, Sullivan House, has a free food pantry with all the food families need to cook and enjoy the food they want. This pantry stays stocked due to the generosity of the Arlington community! You can help us restock it with a grocery store food drive. We will split the group into two and both groups will be assigned a grocery store to collect donations from customers doing their shopping. We will set both groups up for success with tables, table cloths, flyers, a grocery list, and more! After the collections have finished, the groups will work together to organize all the items into the shelter pantry. We will meet at Bridges' admin office to kick off the project!

Volunteers must be vaccinated and wearing masks. Volunteers must be vaccinated and wearing masks.

Community Residences (CRi) 12 Volunteers Needed | In-Person

Volunteers will paint the back deck of CRi's group home and provide interaction with its residents.

Volunteers will need to show proof of vaccination, as well as have their temperatures and O2 levels taken upon arrival. Masks are not required except to go indoors to use the restroom, KN95s masks will be provided for this.

Culpepper Garden 10 Volunteers Needed | In-Person

Volunteers will help with garden assignments throughout the day. Assignments include cleaning up our gardens to remove invasive plants, branches and debris, and some planting projects. All materials needed including gloves, gardening tools, and trash bags will be provided.

Masks are optional however, we strongly recommend if you are not feeling well to stay home.

EcoAction Arlington FULL/No Additional Volunteers Needed | In-Person

EcoAction Arlington needs volunteers to help do a park and stream clean-up, as well as an invasive removal in the Pollination Garden.

No restrictions at this time but do ask that those with COVID do not participate.

Melwood 5 Volunteers Needed | In-Person

Melwood will engage volunteer to help beautify our front lawn. Volunteers will remove current mulch, weed the flower beds, install plants, add and re-fluff mulch. We will provide the necessary materials including plants, tools, and gloves.

Guests and visitors are no longer required to wear masks unless they visit the Community Services program areas. Employees, guests, and visitors may choose to mask at any time whether they are vaccinated or unvaccinated. In our continuing efforts to maintain a safe workplace, Melwood may adjust these guidelines should conditions change. Vaccination status not required. Upon entering our building to access the restrooms, temperature checks will be mandatory.

New Hope Housing FULL/No Additional Volunteers Needed | In-Person

Volunteers will help with a deep cleaning of the dorms and common area of the residential program center homeless shelter. Cleaning materials will be provided.

All volunteers should be vaccinated and wearing masks.

New Hope Housing 10 Volunteers Needed | In-Person

Volunteers will support New Hope Housing and those we serve by providing an inside & outside cleaning of our van. This van is used by staff to transport residents to doctor appointments, view new housing options, emergency shelters, etc.. Cleaning materials will be provided.

All volunteers should be vaccinated and wearing masks.

PathForward 4 Volunteers Needed | In-Person

Volunteers can join PathForward's Chef Glenn in our Homeless Services Center Kitchen to make a meal for our clients, followed by serving the meal, and ending with an optional tour of the center if desired.

This project is in-person, on-site only. COVID-19 vaccination required.

Agenda

12:00-12:30 pm: Virtual Kick-off with County Board Vice Chair, Christian Dorsey, as the speaker

1:00-4:00 pm: Volunteers will complete the projects they selected at their designated volunteer sites

T-Shirt Pick-up

Arlington Chamber Volunteer Day t-shirts will be available for pick-up at the Chamber office (2009 14th Street North, Suite) from 9:15am-4:45pm on Wednesday, April 27. T-shirts are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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