Thursday 28
Business After Hours
Sponsored by V2 Systems, Inc.
Hosted by Okra's Louisiana Bistro,
9110 Center Street
5:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Mark Your Calendars...

Saturday October 14
Fall Trade Show 2000
Event Sponsor Manassas Journal Messenger/ Potomac News
Manassas Mall, 8300 Sudley Road
10:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Affordable rates, great exposure, extensive promotions, prospective business leads and more... the largest consumer trade show in the area!

Are you interested in helping plan the Arts and Entertainment Luncheon to be held in April 2001? The Programs and Awards Committee is looking for members. The committee meets on the second Wednesday of the month, 10:00 a.m. at the Chamber office. For further information, please contact Chair, Patti Leonard, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Inc. at 703-754-0780.

Chamber Information

The Chamber only has a few spots left for the following:
IN PRINT Inserts: October -SOLD, December, February & April available
Luncheons: Only February, March, April and May of 2001 still available
Calendar of Events: Inserts available only for March/April and May/June 2001
Call Patty Tracy at (703) 368-6600 ext. 14 or e-mail [email protected] to sign up today!

Tips on Writing Effective Press Releases

Knowing how to get your organization's information publicized can mean the difference between success or failure for many new businesses and organizations. To help you along, one tip on writing effective press releases will be included in the next several issues of What's Happening. For the complete list, visit the Chamber web site at www.pwcgmcc.org.

TIP #2 "Keep it short." Most press releases should be less than one page long. Information to be included in the "What's Happening" should be even shorter-1 paragraph to half a page. The "What's Happening" is designed to be a quick update on Chamber and member events, and methods of distribution require that the format be no longer than 2 pages. Include a contact name and number so readers can get more information. Don't forget to include your web site's address if your organization has one. Links to your web site will then be included in the web page version of the "What's Happening" newsletter on the Chamber's web site www.pwcgmcc.org.

Community Happenings

"Clearing the Way for our Future"...Come support SERVE at the site of the future SERVE complex for a picnic that will give SERVE's friends an opportunity to view the new property. It will be held at 10056 Dean Drive in Manassas (turn on to Dean Drive off Wellington Road) September 30, 2000 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Lunch will be provided. We will be raking and scooping up debris in preparation of the "Ground Breaking" for the facility this fall. For more information or to RSVP, contact Dena McBride, 703-368-5920 or visit their web site at www.serveinc.org.

AMERICA HOUSE OPEN HOUSE

Check out the America House on on Saturday, September 23rd, from noon to 3:00 p.m. There will be giveaways, hot dogs, drinks, tours and more! Bring the whole family! America House is located at 10140 Hastings Drive (at the corner of Cloverhill and Hastings). For more information contact Candace Moe at 703-393-6300.

ACTS CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS

Step back into the 1930's and discover how the hard times of the Great Depression brought out the best in people. Enjoy an engaging on-screen show, crafts, tasty treats, party favors, door prizes, and more! ACTS and Best Western Battlefield Inn present Kit Kittredge - the newest American girl on Saturday, September 31 and Sunday, October 1 at 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. For more information contact Joann Barron, 703-441-8606.

PWC OFFICE FOR WOMEN WORKSHOP

Join the Prince William County Office for Women as it presents a brown bag lunch on "Pre-Paid Legal Services" on Wednesday, September 27 at noon in the Occoquan Room of the McCoart Government Building at 1 County Complex. All workshops are free of charge and open to men and women. For more information or to reserve your spot, call 703-792-6611.

FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS

Prince William Hospital will provide free health screenings on Saturday, September 23 from 9 a.m. until noon. Legs for Life: Screening for PVD Leg Pain and Prostate Cancer Screening will be available. To register or for more information, call 703-369-8198.

CYCLE THROUGH THE SEASONS

Join the Prince William County Park Authority for an adventurous ride through the Nokesville area during the Fall Bike Tour on September 30, 2000. All riders ages 10 and up are welcome to participate and enjoy a safe trek along a 10, 20 or 30 mile route. The rides will start at 9 a.m. at the Nokesville Community Park. For more information or to register, please call 703-491-2183.

CIVIL WAR HERITAGE DAY

See history come alive during Civil War Heritage Day at The Manassas Musuem, Saturday September 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free. Call 703-368-1873 for more information.

CALENDAR OF ARTS ACTIVITIES

Bull Run Cloggers, September 30, 12:15 p.m. Mason District Craft Show. Contact 703-861-CLOG for more information.

Manassas Dance Company is offering season tickets for its 2000-2001 season. All season subscribers will receive one free admittance to an Vpstart Crow production and a Prince William Symphony production. Call 703-257-1811 for more information.

Bull Run Troubadours meet Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m at Trinity Episcopal Church. Call 703-753-2249 for more information.

Prince William County Genealogical Society meets twice monthly at Chinn Park and Bull Run Regional Libraries. Call 703-680-7724 for details and membership information.