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Robyn Quinter Named ATHENA Recipient
Robyn Quinter of Quinter Design was selected as the recipient of the 3rd Annual Olney-Sandy Spring ATHENA Award. The award was presented during a luncheon at Brooke Grove Retirement Village on Friday, April 25. Robyn Quinter has put her creative mark on the greater Olney area through her creation of brochures, directories, posters, invitations, t-shirts, ads, logos, programs and more for the last fifteen years. Some of the organizations that have benefited from Robyn’s creativity are the Olney Chamber of Commerce, the Sandy Spring Museum, the Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department, the Olney Theatre Center, Brooke Grove Retirement Village, Salute to Military Golf, Montgomery Alliance, and Olney Help, just to name a few. Robyn is most proud of her advocacy on behalf of the MD Coalition of Families for Children’s Mental Health. Jane Walker, Director of the Coalition, said that “Robyn’s advocacy and concern for the children is unwavering.” Robyn’s involvement and selflessness also spreads to education and mentoring. She is always ready and available to share her knowledge of graphic design and marketing through workshops and seminars. She mentors high school and college students who are considering the graphic design field. Also nominated for this year’s award were Diane Grimes, Anne Willson, Elizabeth Garrettson, and Esther Newman. All the candidates truly represented the spirit of the ATHENA Award, a dedication of self and a generosity of spirit. The Olney Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate Robyn and all the nominees.
Shop Olney First
Now that spring is in the air keep the local businesses in mind for all your spring and summer time needs. Shop for new spring clothes, purchase party supplies for all those special events, and get fresh flowers, plants and decorative flags to spruce up your home. Shop for unique, one of a kind gifts, and even have something monogramed. Call a landscaper to start a lawn maintenance program. Have a tune up your car before taking your summer trips. Have your carpets cleaned or replaced. Hire a local limo driver to make sure you arrive in style and on time to all those special events and then dont forget to have dinner at one of Olney’s great restaurants to celebrate that special occasion. You can find all that here in Olney. For a complete listing of all Chamber businesses do a member search for your special needs today.
2008 Small Business Assistance Conference
The Department of Economic Development will hold “Business Success-Today & Tomorrow” on Thursday, May 29 from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The conference will be held at the Crown Plaza in Silver Spring. The cost of the conference is $35. For more information on programs to be presented or to register for the conference call 240.777.2000 or visit www.smartmontgomery.com.
SCORE Counseling
Are you a new business looking for start up advice or trying to write your busness plan? Are you an established business looking for ideas on how to grow your change your business? SCORE Counseling could be for you. Counseling is offered in the Olney Chamber of Commerce office by appointment by calling 301.924.3555.
Find Your Next Employee at Our New Online Job Board
Logon to www.capitalregioncareers.com, a collaborative project of the Board of Trade and 9 area chambers, to discover what nearly 200 area employers already know: The new site is home to a group of job seekers with a diverse base of experience.
Announcements
Olney Days
The Annual Olney Days will be held this year on May 16-18. There will be a variety of events throughout the weekend ending with the parade on Sunday, May 18. The Greater Olney Civic Association sponsors the event. For more information or a schedule of events visit www.goca.org.
Come See What's New!
The Longwood Community Center invites the public to visit to attend an “Open House” on Wednesday, May 14 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. to see their new Weight and Exercise Room and their new Meeting/Conference Room. While there Access Cards (user cards) will printed while you wait. Visitors can also enjoy a free trial workout and be eligible for door prizes. For more information call 240.777.6920.
32nd Annual FORE! Your Health Golf and Tennis Classic
Sponsored by Montgomery General, this annual classic offers both golf and tennis along with a continental breakfast, lunch and a reception/awards dinner. The Classic is scheduled for Thursday, May 15 at Manor Country Club. Please contact Kathy Parry at kparry@montgomerygeneral.com or 301.774.8777 with questions or to register.
Holiday Vacations at Globetrotter Travel
Now’s the time to start thinking about Christmas vacation. Christmas and New Year always book up months in advance, so we’ve reserved several cabins on these holiday sailings. Why race all around in the snow, when you can do your Christmas shopping in the Caribbean on the December 20 sailing of the brand new Ruby Princess. Or raise a toast to the New Year as you sail towards St. Thomas on the December 28 sailing of the Crown Princess. A deposit is all that is required to hold your cabin. Hurry and call Globetrotter Travel today for more information at 301-570-2600.
Volunteers Needed for Joe's Ride
Olney Days is just around the corner and organizers for the Annual Joe’s Ride are looking for sponsors, volunteers and participants. Joe’s Ride will take place on Saturday, May 17. Forms for sponsorship and participation are available on the Greater Olney Civic Association’s website at www.goca.org.
Olney Farmer's Market
The Olney Farmer’s Market will be open again starting May 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Olney Town Center. For more info see www.olneyfarmersmarket.org.
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Upcoming Events
Wed, May 21, 2008
7:30 a.m., Community Room of the RE/MAX Building
The Olney Chamber continues its educational series with the topic-while its still fresh on your mind...Year round tax strategies to make your life simpler.
Thu, May 22, 2008
5:30 - 7:30, Location Varies
The Olney Chamber of Commerce's monthly Biz Buzz.
Tue, Jun 10, 2008
Annual Awards and Installtion Dinner
5:30 p.m., The Inn at Brookeville Farms
Olney Chamber annual awards dinner and installation of the 2008-2009 Board of Directors. The Business Person of the Year Award, Parters in Business Award and Scholarship Awards will be presented.
Thu, Jun 26, 2008
5:30 - 7:30, Location Varies
The Olney Chamber of Commerce's monthly Biz Buzz.
