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Upcoming Events Wheaton & Kensington Chamber of Commerce 301-949-0080 ‌

Join us for a Coffee/Meet and Greet Get to know fellow members and meet some potential new members Wed, Sept 28, from 3:00 - 4:30 pm at the Kefa Café in the Wheaton Library 11701 Georgia Ave, Wheaton, MD 20902 View website

The final offering in the TGIF Summer Concert Series 2022 Friday, Sept 23, from 6:30 - 8:00 pm Bring the family to see Joe Falero perform an evening of Latin music and enjoy one of our last days of summer. at the Marian Fryer Town Plaza 2424 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD 20902

InterAct Story Theatre presents The Hero of EVERYTHING - A play about cooperation and working together with fairness and respect for everyone… and the perils of trying to be The Hero of EVERYTHING! September 23 - October 2 Performed at the Montgomery College Cultural Arts Center in Silver Spring Theatre II 7995 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910 Best for ages 5 and up Get tickets, and more info InterAct Story Theatre’s programs are made possible through generous support by the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC.org), the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County, and the support of many wonderful partners, funders, advocates, and individuals.

Town of Kensington Updates Explore shopping, dining, services and more in Kensington ~~~~~~~ Kensington 8K Race 8K - 2Mile - 1K Races   (Sign up Friday and early Saturday) Saturday, September 24, starting at 7:45 am Four local schools benefit from race proceeds, with more than $250,000 raised since 2009: Kensington Parkwood ES, North Bethesda MS, Silver Creek MS, and Walter Johnson HS   See details

Kensington Historical Society presents the Summer Concert Series Saturdays, 10 - 11 am at Howard Avenue Park See the full schedule of performers

Celebrate Wheaton’s new Mural by Eric B. Ricks Saturday, September 24, from 4:30 - 6:00 pm Short program at 5:00 pm at 11301 Georgia Ave /Price Avenue /Wheaton Streetery Come meet the artist, Eric B. Ricks! Bring family, friends, children and pets! Blow Bubbles! Draw! Color! See Yourself in Eric's cool Kaleidoscope! Take pictures in Front of the Mural! Find out more about the Art and Walkability Project

Benefit Concert for Jubilee GIGS Courtyard Presents Jubilee Jam!   Music with friends, what could be better? at GIGS Courtyard Saturday, September 24 at 6:00 pm   Jubilee's grateful to Kensington neighbors at GIGS Courtyard on Antique Row. The concert will feature acoustic performances by GIGS staff members and students, as well as members of the Jubilee community.   ~ The concert is non-ticketed ~ Come hungry! Food and drink proceeds benefit Jubilee. See Concert details

Business Rental Assistance Are you a small retail business in Montgomery County? Visit Montgomery County Business Center's website   If your business lost revenue during the pandemic, you may be able to apply for a grant of up to $10,000. The deadline to apply is September 30th!   Your business could be eligible to get help from this program if it: Is physically located in the County,  Received $500,000 or less in annual revenue prior to the COVID-19 health crisis, Is classified as a retail or service-related business, but is not a restaurant or food service business, medical practice, professional services business, religious organization or licensed childcare program, Has a commercial lease in the County, Had a revenue loss due to the health crisis, and Did not received SBRA funding in previously.   For more information about this Small Business Rental Assistance (SBRA) program, check online where you will find: Grant Application Requirements Grant Application Form Informational Webinars (in Spanish and English) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)   For additional information, email BusinessCenter@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov or SBRA@LEDCMetro.org

2022 Wheaton Arts Parade and Festival is on Sunday, September 25, from 10 am to 5 pm Be part of the Arts Parade. Anyone can walk in the parade - artists, friends, neighbors, and community groups to "Parade the Triangle" through Wheaton's town center to the Marian Fryer Town Plaza on Reedie Drive. Visit website   It's free! Everyone can be an artist. Make some art and join the parade. Just push, pull, carry, wear or perform your art!    Be part of the Arts Festival. More than 50 artists & arts organizations will be exhibiting and selling their original art. An afternoon of continuous performances by MoCo's top talent, including Strathmore artists, local dance companies, choral groups, musicians, and showcases by area high schools. Children's art activities, including street chalk art & balloon art. See recent information

Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 Variants by getting Vaccinated Clinical trials have shown the two-dose vaccine to have similar effectiveness as the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines at preventing and reducing illness from COVID-19 Read more Montgomery County continues to vaccinate children ages 6 months to 5 years old. Parents are encouraged to protect their children and get them vaccinated. Read More COVID-19 Information Portal Has Statistics on the Virus Including Infections and Vaccinations Given by Zip Codes Montgomery County’s COVID-19 Information Portal provides a variety of breakdowns on how the virus has impacted the County during the health crisis. If you feel sick or think you may have been exposed to COVID-19, get tested. Find free testing clinics

Cyberattacks can happen at any time to any business of any size. The Maryland Insurance Administration is hosting a special event: This will help your business: ~ Assess your risk ~ Manage that risk ~ Learn about what to do in the event of an attack Tuesday, September 27, at 8:00 am Attendee Zoom login Dial-in: 669-254-5252 Webinar ID: 161 527 9409 Register for event (recommended, but not required for this free event) If questions, contact Joy Hatchette, Associate Commissioner, CEAU Maryland Insurance Administration (410-468-2029) 200 St. Paul Place, Suite 2700 Baltimore, Maryland 21202

Join us for a Coffee/Meet and Greet Get to know fellow members and meet some potential new members Wednesday, September 28. from 3:00 - 4:30 pm at the Kefa Cafe in the Wheaton Library 11701 Georgia Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902 • 240-670-7424   Order from their wonderful menu of coffees, croissants, pastries, and sandwiches Mix & Network with Other Businesses ~ RSVP for this FREE event We are restarting our in-person events with caution In this free informal meeting, we’ll get re-acquainted with other chamber members, and introduced to some new business people in our community. Bring ideas, business cards, and advertising flyers to share.

Kemp Mill Community Day Sunday, October 2, Noon to 4:00 pm in the Kemp Mill Shopping Center at Arcola Avenue and Lamberton Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20902 This free event will feature activities, entertainment, food and fun for all ages. The last event attracted over 300 attendees! This is an opportunity for local businesses to showcase their business, offer products/services for sale and/or distribute marketing materials. Spaces are still available for local artists, craftspeople, businesses, professional services and food vendors. (There are some requirements and conditions for the products, businesses and services that will be accepted.) Also accepting sponsorships at various levels Spaces are $25 each Submit your vendor application or sponsor the event on the Kemp Mill Civic Association website For additional information, please contact the event committee chair Kemp Mill Civic Association

Hispanic Heritage Month HCCMC Networking Fiesta ~ Happy Hour ~ by Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Montgomery County   Thursday, September 29 from 5:30 - 8:30 pm at Guapo's Restaurant 8130 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814   Purchase tickets ($20)   Meet entrepreneurs and successful professionals Enjoy drinks and appetizers Win surprise raffle prizes Silent Auction Fundraiser for MCPS, WorkSource Montgomery, and The Civic Circle

Kensington Park Senior Living Invites You to the Fourth Annual Vintage Car Show Sunday, October 2, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm   Onsite at Kensington Park Senior Living 3620 Littledale Road, Kensington, MD 20895 Cruise by to see the latest and greatest vintage cars while raising money for a good cause! Kensington Park is thrilled to be back in person for the Annual Vintage Car Show. They've had to postpone this annual event the past two years due to COVID, but can now safely safely bring it back! Visit website  Spend an afternoon at Kensington Park among polished chrome, spotless whitewalls and hood ornaments poised for attention. Enjoy a striking display of vintage automobiles and reminisce with owners about “the good ol’ days!”   Peruse the vintage cars as you enjoy live music and great company. Food, drinks, raffles and other goodies will be available for purchase.   All Proceeds Will Benefit the 2022 National Walk to End Alzheimer’s   For any questions, reach out to Betsy Davis at 301-946-7700.

The Montgomery County Hispanic Leadership Awards Dinner is a leading initiative of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Montgomery County (HCCMC) to recognize community and business leaders that have made a long-lasting impact, and to celebrate Hispanic culture and heritage.   Thursday, October 13, from 6:00 to 10:00 pm at the Bethesda Marriott Hotel at Pooks Hill Road 5151 Pooks Hill Road, Bethesda, MD 20814   RSVP/purchase tickets Funds will help support the Hispanic Business Foundation, including the Partnership Youth Initiative program that provides mentorship and internship programs for disadvantaged high-school youth.   There are several levels of sponsorship available. Donations are tax deductible. View sponsorship packages   Contact Dr. Mauricio Vásquez, Director of Programs with any questions