Calendar
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MAY
MAY 1
MAYFEST
Everedy Square & Shab Row, Frederick, 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
Downtown Frederick kicks off spring with Mayfest, featuring free trolley rides, music and flower give-aways. Stick around in the evening for exhibit openings, guest artists and entertainment. Many shops and restaurants will be open until 9 p.m. or later. Call 301-662-4140 or visit www.evereadysquare.com.
MAY 2
CHOCOLATE GALA
Cultural Arts Center, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick, 4–7 p.m.
Give your taste buds a treat at this annual Frederick event! Sample chocolates from Frederick restaurants, caterers and chocolatiers; live entertainment and a silent auction round out this tasty gala. Call 301-662-4190 or visit www.fredericktourism.org.
MAY 3
COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING
Valley Mall, Room 2, Hagerstown, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
HCC class on Access Level II 2007 Hands-On. Fee is $79; $45 for seniors. To register, call 301-790-2800, ext. 413, or visit www.hagerstowncc.edu.
MAY 3 & JUNE 7
SMARTSTART
C. Burr Artz Library, Frederick, 6–8:30 p.m.
This introduction to starting your own business is sponsored by the Small Business Development Center–Western Region, Inc. Free. Call 301-600-1967 to register.
MAY 4
BUSINESS NETWORKING AFTER FIVE
DrinkMore Water, Gaithersburg, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Free for members of the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce and first-time non-members. Returning non-members pay $40. Advanced registration is required at www.ggchamber.org.
MAY 4, 11, 18, 25 & JUNE 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
FREDERICK BNI MEETINGS
Perkins and Double TT Diner, 7:30–9 a.m.; Perkins, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Members offer targeted presentations and participate in Q&A session. Call 301-631-1470 for more information.
HAGERSTOWN BNI MEETING
Sleep Inn, 7:30–9 a.m.
Members offer targeted presentations and participate in Q&A session. Call 301-631-1470 for more information.
MAY 4 & JUNE 1
HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS
C. Burr Artz Public Library, East Patrick Street, Frederick, 6 p.m.
Learn the ins and outs of starting your own company, from basics for beginners to regulatory requirements. Call 301-600-1630 or visit www.fcpl.org.
MAY 5, 12, 19, 26 & JUNE 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
FREDERICK BNI MEETINGS
Perkins, 8–9:30 a.m.; Homewood at Crumland, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Members offer targeted presentations and participate in Q&A session. Call 301-631-1470 for more information.
HAGERSTOWN BNI MEETING
Pacific Ocean Buffet, Noon–1:30 p.m.
Members offer targeted presentations and participate in Q&A session. Call 301-631-1470 for more information.
MAY 5
"I'VE HAD ENOUGH!"
The Coffee Table, Frederick, 8– 9 a.m.
Sponsored by The Greater Frederick Advertising Federation, breakfast session helps micro-business owners and freelancers connect to gain insight on the latest trends and innovations, while collectively solving problems associated with running the smallest of small businesses. Call 301-682-4293.
Frederick Community College, E124A, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
The number one reason employees leave an organization is their leader or manager. Are your leaders doing all they can proactively to retain your most valuable assets — your people? This course helps leaders create an environment in which people feel valued and satisfied in their jobs. Tuition: $159. Register at the Registration Center, Building A, or visit www.frederick.edu.
MAY 5–JUNE 25
MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS ON THE INTERNET – SESSION I
Frederick Community College, Online Course
Find out how you can affordably market your business on the Internet from an e-commerce expert. Hands-on course offers secrets about the types of businesses that thrive online, proven methods for establishing an Internet presence and building an online brand identity, and strategies for low-cost promotions to drive visitors to your site. Tuition: $90. Register at the Registration Center, Building A, or visit www.frederick.edu.
MAY 5, JUNE 2
EGGS & ISSUES
Academy Theatre, Hagerstown, 7:30–9 a.m.
Breakfast meeting with speaker of interest, sponsored by the Hagerstown-Washington County Chamber of Commerce. Call 301-739-2015, ext. 101, or visit www.hagerstown.org.
MAY 6
LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES
Creekside Conference Center, downtown Frederick, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Learn project management principles with emphasis on the triple constraint of budget, quality, and schedule. Leadership topics include team motivation, conflict resolution and negotiation skills. Taught by the experienced managers of Leadership Techniques, LLC. Visit www.leadershiptechniquesllc.com to register.
BEETHOVEN’S TRIPLE CONCERTO
Weinberg Center for the Arts, downtown Frederick, 8 p.m.
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra comes to Frederick for a special performance. Four soloists take the lead, performing works from Beethoven, Schubert and Strauss. Call 301-600-2828 or visit www.weinbergcenter.org.
MAY 6, 13, 20, 27 & JUNE 3, 10, 17, 24
FREDERICK BNI MEETINGS
Members offer targeted presentations and participate in Q&A session. Call 301-631-1470 for more information.
Country Inn & Suites at Valley Mall and Hampton Inn (Maugansville), 7:30–9 a.m.; Pacific Ocean Buffet, 11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
Members offer targeted presentations and participate in Q&A session. Call 301-631-1470 for more information.
MAY 8
READY TO CONSULT?
Frederick Community College, H206, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Your expertise is what counts when starting a consulting business. Learn why a consultant is hired, what to put in a contract, pricing your service, record keeping, taxes, liability, entities, how and why to segment a market, ways to market your service, financing and more. Tuition: $69. Register at the Registration Center, Building A, or visit www.frederick.edu.
MAY 10
COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING
Valley Mall, Room 2, Hagerstown, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
HCC class on MS Word Level II 2007 Hands-On. Fee is $79; $45 for seniors. To register, call 301-790-2800, ext. 413, or visit www.hagerstowncc.edu.
MAY 12
COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING
Valley Mall, Room 2, Hagerstown, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
HCC class on Excel Level II 2007 Hands-On. Fee is $79; $45 for seniors. To register, call 301-790-2800, ext. 413, or visit www.hagerstowncc.edu.
MAY 12 & JUNE 9
SCORE MEETING
Ft. Detrick Business Development Office, Frederick, 5:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Frederick SCORE, "Counselors to America's Small Business." Call 240-215-4757 or visit www.scorefrederick.org
MAY 14 & JUNE 11
FRIDAYS AT 4
Danielle’s Restaurant, Frederick, 4–6:30 p.m.
Join the Frederick chapter of Fridays at Four, a business networking group for independent business owners and executives. Create lasting business relationships with community stakeholders in a casual environment. Registration required, $25. Visit www.fridaysatfour.com.
MAY 14
BUSINESS SKILLS FOR SUCCESS
Dutch’s Daughter, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
The Women’s Business Network of Frederick presents a luncheon and networking event: "Business Skills for Success." Registration fee. For more information, contact Karen Justice at 301-241-4720.
MAY 15 & JUNE 12
SMALL BUSINESS HOW-TO
Frederick Community College, E125, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
If you have a desire to be your own boss, get started by learning the basics about financing, licenses, taxes, entities, record keeping, business plans, marketing and more. Learn the steps you need to take to evaluate your idea and its market feasibility.
Tuition: $69. Register at the Registration Center, Building A, or visit www.frederick.edu.
MAY 17
COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING
Valley Mall, Room 2, Hagerstown, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
HCC class on Access Level III 2007. Fee is $79; $45 for seniors. To register, call 301-790-2800, ext. 413, or visit www.hagerstowncc.edu.
MAY 18 & JUNE 15
FREDERICK BPW MEETING
Homewood at Crumland Farms, Frederick, 6 p.m.
Regular monthly meeting of the Frederick Business and Professional Women’s Club, Inc. Call 301-371-7442 for reservations.
MAY 20 & JUNE 17
BUSINESS NETWORKING MEETING
Danielle’s Restaurant, Frederick
The Northern Business Alliance hosts a monthly business networking meeting. For information, call 301-694-0000.
MAY 20
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
TBD, Hagerstown, 5–7 p.m.
Networking for Hagerstown professionals, sponsored by the Hagerstown-Washington County Chamber of Commerce. Call 301-739-2015, ext. 101, or visit www.hagerstown.org.
MAY 20
WINE TASTING & CHARITY BAKE SALE
Kentland’s Mansion, Gaithersburg, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Sponsored by The City of Gaithersburg & P.B. Dye Golf Club. Members, $25; non-members, $50. Advanced registration is required at www.ggchamber.org.
MAY 21–23
MOUNTAIN LAUREL ART EXHIBIT
5536 Etzler Rd., Frederick, opening reception 6–8 p.m. Friday, 1–6 p.m. Saturday, 1–5 p.m. Sunday
Artist Linda Harrison-Parsons will host this second annual exhibit in her studio/gallery, joined by guest exhibitors Marilu Tousignaut, Homer Yost, Sarah Simpson and others. Call 301-631-1887 or visit www.lindaharrisonparsons.com
MAY 26
COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING
Valley Mall, Room 2, Hagerstown, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
HCC class on Excel Level III 2007 Hands-On. Fee is $79; $45 for seniors. To register, call 301-790-2800, ext. 413, or visit www.hagerstowncc.edu.
MAY 26 & JUNE 30
OPEN HOUSE/CAREER FAIR
Ultimate Staffing, Frederick, 3–6 p.m.
Showcasing VideoSelect, an online interviewing tool that allows hiring managers to review multiple candidates in minutes and go beyond screening resumes. Call 301-631-0690 or email frederick@ultimatestaffing.com.
MAY 28 & JUNE 25
WOMEN IN MOTION
M&T Bank, Twin Arch Shopping Center, Mt. Airy, 8–9:30 a.m.
Networking group for women-owned businesses featuring guest speakers to help promote and grow business. No dues or fees. Call Sheri Cates, 301-829-9660.
MAY 30 & JUNE 27
FREDERICK ARTIST MARKET
Cultural Arts Center of Frederick County, 1–5 p.m.
The indoor arts and crafts market features the work of up to 20 local artists, including jewelry, pottery, art, photography and other hand-crafted items. Free and open to the public. For information, call 301-662-4190 or visit www.frederickartscouncil.org.
