1/5/2016 archive.constantcontact.com/fs101/1109742636317/archive/1123087744828.html http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs101/1109742636317/archive/1123087744828.html 1/5 Click here to learn more. Signarama Grand Reopening & 5th Year Celebration Join GSSCC today, Monday, December 7, as we cut the ribbon for the Grand Reopening and 5th Year Anniversary of Signarama Silver Spring in its new headquarters at 8930 Brookville Road. The celebration begins with a ribbon cutting at 5:45 p.m. and a prize drawing at 6:00 p.m. Come enjoy live music, refreshments, giveaways, product displays, holiday cheer, and much more! Click here to RSVP. Celebrate a successful year with GSSCC! Get into the holiday spirit at GSSCC's December Business‐After‐ Hours, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. next Wednesday, December 9, hosted by All Set Restaurant & Bar (8630 Fenton Street). In the holiday tradition, GSSCC will be collecting gift cards and donations to support those facing unique challenges in our community this holiday season. This year's effort will benefit the wounded warriors, their families, and "Little Warrior" children served by Easter Seals Intergenerational
Join GSSCC today, Monday, December 7, as we cut the ribbon for theGrand Reopening and 5th Year Anniversary of Signarama Silver Spring inits new headquarters at 8930 Brookville Road. The celebration beginswith a ribbon cutting at 5:45 p.m. and a prize drawing at 6:00 p.m.Come enjoy live music, refreshments, giveaways, product displays,
holiday cheer, and much more! Click here to RSVP.
Celebrate a successful year with GSSCC!
Get into the holiday spirit at GSSCC's December Business‐After‐Hours, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. next Wednesday, December9, hosted by All Set Restaurant & Bar (8630 Fenton Street). In the holiday tradition, GSSCCwill be collecting gift cards and donations to support those facing unique challenges in ourcommunity this holiday season. This year's effort will benefit the wounded warriors, theirfamilies, and "Little Warrior" children served by Easter Seals Intergenerational
Center's child development and respite programs here in Silver Spring. Clickhere to register now and bring your donation to the event.
YPN Seeks Host for March 2016 Event:"First Time Home Buying"
GSSCC's Young Professional's Network is seeking an expertin "first time home buying" to host its March 2016 Workshop& Happy Hour event. YPN events are typically held from
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on a Wednesday evening, in the latter half of the month. Theevening's schedule includes an educational development workshop (approximately30 minutes) and happy hour/open networking for the duration of the event. GSSCCmembers interested in hosting this event AND offering the educational presentationshould click here and contact Kelly Wright for more information.
Last Networking Breakfast of 2015 at Eggspectation
Please join GSSCC in welcoming these organizations that joined or renewed their Chambermembership during November
New Members
FiberTower CorporationJoe Sandri
8070 Georgia Ave. Suite 305Silver Spring, MD 20910
Silver Spring SmilesDr. Daniel Duffera921 B Ellsworth Dr.
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Law Offices of Nat PolitoNat Polito
1776 K. St. NWWashington, DC 20006
Renewing Members
At Home Care, IncBerlin, Ramos & Company, P.A.
Bonanza CoinsCommercial & Investment Realty
Copper Canyon GrillDowntown Silver Spring
EagleBankEaster Seals Serving DC,MD,VA
Kaldi's Coffee BarKest, Forte & Rottenberg, P.A.
Percontee, IncRCN
Real Living At HomeSEEC
Signs By TomorrowSociety Restaurant & Lounge
The Solaire Silver Spring ApartmentsTransCen, Inc
United Therapeutics Corp.The Universities at Shady Grove
USPS Silver SpringWeb Strategies
* Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot addressed the Chamber's Government AffairsCommittee today and surprised GSSCC President Jane Redicker with one of his "MarylandHero Medallions," for being a champion for the business community. See the picture here.
* On December 21, Attorney Peter Casciano, Andalman & Flynn will speak at a nationwidetele‐seminar in reference to "Social Security Disability Tactics and Advanced Challenges" forthe National Business Institute. Peter routinely lectures on Social Security Disability issues,including how to win at the Hearing Stage. Click here to learn more and to sign up for the
* Join AG Kitchen for "Brunch with Santa Claus" from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday,December 19. Enjoy pictures with Santa, cookie decorating, balloons, games, andshenanigans. Click here for more information.
* Gandhi Brigade Youth Media (GB), in partnership with the Montgomery CountyConservation Corps and YMCA Youth and Family Services, is proud to announce its flagshipprogram, the Full Circle Brotherhood (FCB), designed to provide a group mentoring modelfor young men ages 16‐24. GB is currently looking for a part‐time educator with mediaexperience to manage and implement this program. Click here for more information.
* Join Altavista from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, December 8 for "Business Owners OnThe Map," a free workshop to help small business owners learn more about Google Maps,Google Search, and how to make their business stand out online. Enjoy lunch, wine, and araffle. Click here for reservations.
* Ring in the New Year with El Golfo Restaurant starting at 8 p.m. on December 31. Enjoy afree live band, free champagne, props, specials, and more. Click here for more informationand click here to sign up.
See your company's news here! GSSCC would be pleased to highlight news from ourmember companies in this section of the weekly e‐news. Simply send us yourinformation before close of business each Friday.
Upcoming GSSCC Committee Meetings
* Economic Development Committee Meeting: 9 a.m. on Thursday,December 17.
* Membership Development Committee: NO December meeting.
About GSSCC Committee/Team Meetings: All GSSCC members are welcome to participate inChamber committees. Members are welcome to attend committee meetings to assess interest injoining a committee. Meetings are typically held in the GSSCC Conference Room. Advance RSVP isrequired and priority will be given to existing committee members when speakers are scheduled.
YPN Seeks Host for March 2016 Event:"First Time Home Buying"
GSSCC's Young Professional's Network is seeking an expertin "first time home buying" to host its March 2016 Workshop& Happy Hour event. YPN events are typically held from
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on a Wednesday evening, in the latter half of the month. Theevening's schedule includes an educational development workshop (approximately30 minutes) and happy hour/open networking for the duration of the event. GSSCCmembers interested in hosting this event AND offering the educational presentationshould click here and contact Kelly Wright for more information. Proposals must besubmitted by COB on Friday, December 18.
GSSCC101 New Member Orientation Breakfast
Whether you are a new GSSCC member or a new employee of along‐time member, this FREE breakfast, scheduled from 8 a.m. to10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 6, at Eggspectation (923Ellsworth Drive), can help put your Chamber membership to workfor you! Register here.
First Networking Breakfast of 2016
Join GSSCC for our January Business Networking Breakfast, scheduled from 7:30 a.m. to
9:15 a.m. on Wednesday, January 13, at AG Kitchen (931Ellsworth Drive). The menu will feature a full breakfast, plusan omelet bar that includes Latin‐American style options.Take advantage of early‐bird pricing and our "Bring 3, Get 1Free" offer. Click here to log in and register.
Save the Date! Young Professional's One YearCelebration Hosted by the Sheraton Silver Spring
All GSSCC members are invited to celebrate the first anniversary ofthe Chamber's Professional's Network at a One‐Year "Beach Party" from5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 27, hosted by theSheraton Silver Spring (8777 Georgia Avenue). Stay tuned for moredetails!
Signarama Silver Spring Grand Re‐Opening & 5 Year Celebration
December After‐Hours Celebrated at All Set Restaurant & Bar
Thanks to GSSCC members who brought almost $300 in gift card and cash donations tosupport Easter Seals programs for Wounded Warriors, their families, and the LittleWarriors.
* The Emerald Spa (8311 Grubb Rd.) is holding a "Holiday Sip & Shop" from noon to 8 p.m.today, Monday, December 14. Find local favorites, ECO gifting products, and Emerald giftcard specials; and enjoy festive cocktails, snacks, and savings. This is the spa's way of saying"thank you" to its loyal customers and friends. For more information go here.
* This holiday season The Fillmore Silver Spring is working with the House of Blues MusicForward Foundation on its "Give Music 2015" campaign (details here), designed to fulfill thedreams of 14 deserving young musicians in Montgomery County by awarding a newinstrument to each student on stage at the venue. In order to provide these instruments,The Fillmore is seeking to raise $5,000 through its Crowdrise webpage. Click here tosupport the goal.
* Join Habitat for Humanity's ReStore MoCo from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday,December 16, for "Happy‐Tat Hour." Enjoy cider, hot chocolate, cookies, treats, specialsales, door prizes, and more. Click here for more information.
* Happy birthday to Urban Butcher and congratulations on two years in the Silver Springcommunity.
* Congratulations to Apex Home Loans on the launch of its sixth branch, in Herndon, VA.And, thanks to the company for its efforts to "Warm Up Our Community" by hosting thesecond annual "One Warm Coat" drive. Between now and December 31, Apex HomeLoans will be collecting gently worn coats at its Rockville (3204 Tower Oaks Blvd., Suite400) and Clarksville (6449 Ten Oaks Rd., Suite 200) locations. Call 301‐610‐9600 for moreinfo.
* The Point at Silver Spring is offering $500 to any GSSCC member who refers a colleagueor friend who applies for and is approved for a one‐year or more lease at the property. Click here for more details.
See your company's news here! GSSCC would be pleased to highlight news from ourmember companies in this section of the weekly e‐news. Simply send us yourinformation before close of business each Friday.
Exhibitor Spaces Are Limited! Register Now and Save With Early‐Bird Prices!
GSSCC101 New Member Orientation Breakfast
Whether you are a new GSSCC member or a new employee of along‐time member, this FREE breakfast, scheduled from 8 a.m. to10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 6, at Eggspectation (923Ellsworth Drive), can help put your Chamber membership to workfor you! Register here.
First Networking Breakfast of 2016
Join GSSCC for our January Business Networking Breakfast,scheduled from 7:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. on Wednesday,January 13, at AG Kitchen (931 Ellsworth Drive). The menuwill feature a full breakfast, plus an omelet bar that includesLatin‐American style options. Take advantage of early‐bird
pricing and our "Bring 3, Get 1 Free" offer. Click here to log in and register.
ALL GSSCC members and guests are invited to celebrate the first anniversary of the Chamber's Young Professional's Network ata "Beach Party After‐Hours". The celebration will be held from 5:30p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 27, hosted by the SheratonSilver Spring (8777 Georgia Avenue). Enjoy complimentary appetizers,giveaways, one free drink ticket, a cash bar, beach games, validatedparking, and more! Register now for this FREE event!
GSSCC Member Restaurants Are Offering Specials for the Holidays
CHRISTMAS SPECIALS
* AG Kitchen will be open Christmas Day offering a HolidayFeatures Menu in addition to its regular dining menu.
* Mrs. K's is offering a variety of options for a special ChristmasEve Dinner.
* Cuba De Ayer is taking Christmas catering orders for their CubanRoasted Pork Leg family meal.
NEW YEAR'S SPECIALS
* The Daily Dish is taking reservations for a prix fixe three‐course New Year's Eve Dinner and is also open New Year's Day fora brunch/lunch combo. * All Set Restaurant & Bar is offering New Year's Eve dinner anddrink combinations, a prix fixe three‐course menu with winepairings, and New Year's Day brunch. * Copper Canyon Grill is celebrating New Year's Eve with a special dinnermenu, champagne toast at midnight, and drink specials. * La Malinche is taking reservations for a special New Year's Eve Dinner.
* El Golfo Restaurant is ringing in the New Year with a free live band, free champagne,props, and food and drink specials.
* The Maryland Health Care Commission has granted formal approval for AdventistHealthCare Washington Adventist Hospital to develop a replacement hospital in the WhiteOak section of Montgomery County. The project is part of the hospital's longstanding planto expand access to care in the region and includes keeping healthcare services on itscurrent Takoma Park campus. Congratulations to WAH. Click here to read the full article.
* Pulse Community Care is giving away a monthly membership in Creative Colony to thenext person who schedules a new patient appointment. Pulse Community Care is alsooffering a free yoga class from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, January 3, and another from7:15 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. on Friday, January 8. Click here for more information.
* The Maryland Youth Ballet is performing "The Nutcracker" from December 18 throughDecember 27 at Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center, Montgomery College. Purchasetickets in advance here or at the door.
* A Wider Circle was featured on cover of Express magazine earlier last week to discuss asuccessful 2015 and the continuous movement to end poverty in 2016. Click here to readthe full article.
See your company's news here! GSSCC would be pleased to highlight news from ourmember companies in this section of the weekly e‐news. Simply send us yourinformation before close of business each Friday.
The GSSCC office will be closed from Thursday, December 24 through Friday, January 1. Thenext GSSCC Weekly Update will be published on Monday, January 4.
