eBay Fundraiser (ongoing). Help your chapter by donating items to our EZ Auctioning eBay fundraiser. EZ Auctioning will run the auctions to benefit the chapter (items that won't sell will go to charity).
Contact Geremy for details. Jaycees and members of the community can drop off items they wish to donate to the Chapter for sale on eBay at either EZAuctioning location: 110 S. West Street (Alexandria) or 6013-C Wilson Boulevard (Arlington). Email Geremy if you have large or multiple items for pick-up.
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2008 Calendar
Note: All events are in Alexandria, VA unless otherwise noted. If you are interested in membership, please feel free to come out to events which don't require a registration fee. RSVP to membership_vp@alexjaycees.org..
May
3
Hike 2 of a Yearlong Series. 9:30am-11am. Join the Jaycees for a 2.2 mile hike through parkland, and along the Potomac. This hike is not difficult. Jaycees, their families and friends---even dogs are welcome, if you do the cleanup! For more information, contact Sharon at id_vp@alexjaycees.org.
10
Community Yard Sales. 7 am - 2 pm. The Alexandria Jaycees have been holding Community Yard Sales (one of our main fundraisers) off and on since 1996. In recent years, the Community Yard Sale has evolved into a small flea market. We need volunteers to be on-site and supervise the vendors' set-up and tear down. Please contact Cathy for more information or to volunteer: president@alexjaycees.org. Jaycees can reserve one space per sale at no charge.
10
Big Wine Event. 3 pm. Come experience tasting close to 50 wines with the guidance of Balducci's wine experts, and the camaraderie of the Alexandria Jaycees! Meet outside of Balducci's (at the corner of Franklin Street and S. Washington Street in southern Old Town). Look for Sharon Sobel- she'll be wearing a bright colored Jaycees shirt. Contact: Sharon Sobel 703-585-6881
12
Board of Directors Meeting. 7:30 PM at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway. Note: All members of the Alexandria Jaycees are welcome to attend the meetings. See how the chapter is run - and pick up tips for your own future nonprofit board service.
13
Alexandria and Arlington Joint M-Night. 7pm-8:30pm.
Hops Restaurant, 3625 Jefferson Davis Hwy. (In front of Potomic Yards Shopping Ctr).
This is your chance to meet and get to know all about the Jaycees in an informal atmosphere. New, old and prospective members are welcome to attend and ask questions about the Jaycees. Contact Harry at membership_vp@alexjaycees.org for more information.
15
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours. 5:30pm-7:30pm. Join the Chamber for networking at beautiful Hollin Hall, located on the grounds of the Mount Vernon Unitarian Church at 1909 Windmill Lane (between Old Town, Alexandria and Mount Vernon). Come see this gracious Georgian-style manor house surrounded by 175 year-old boxwood gardens -- once part of a 2,000 acre plantation owned by George Mason. To register or for more information, visit www.alexchamber.org.
18
Taste of Arlington / Chapter visitation! 1 pm - 5 pm. Meet us at the Arlington Jaycee Membership Table & face-painting booth. This takes place at the Ballston Common Mall and Wilson Boulevard. This is a chapter visitation—we will be visiting the Arlington Jaycee’s Membership Booth to see if we can help with recruiting or handing out materials. But also, we are there to enjoy the festival! Admission is free, but the price for “food tickets” is $2 per ticket, or cheaper if bought in advance. Check out www.tasteofarlington.com for more info on the festival Contact person is: Sally Schroeder.
24
Community Yard Sales. 7 am - 2 pm. The Alexandria Jaycees have been holding Community Yard Sales (one of our main fundraisers) off and on since 1996. In recent years, the Community Yard Sale has evolved into a small flea market. We need volunteers to be on-site and supervise the vendors' set-up and tear down. Please contact Cathy for more information or to volunteer: president@alexjaycees.org. Jaycees can reserve one space per sale at no charge.
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce May Hot Topics Breakfast. 7:30am-9am. A “hot” topic (TBA) will be discussed with other Chamber members at this breakfast at Carlyle Club. To register, visit www.alexchamber.org.
5/30 - 6/1
Virginia Jaycees State Convention. Stonewall Jackson Hotel & Conference Center -- Staunton, VA
It's time to celebrate the successes of the first quarter! Join Jaycees from all over the state for a weekend of ID competitions, professional and personal development trainings, and more.
The Spring Convention is sure to please and is jam packed with a great schedule of events!
We hope to get a large Alexandria crowd to go! Harry and I are going to attend and we hope to see all the rest of you there too!
Early registration for Convention ends on May 8th (cost for convention and hotel may go up after that date). Contact Sally Schroeder for more detailed information.
5/30 - 6/3
GALS (Government Affairs Leadership Seminar)
In Washington DC. GALS is designed to offer Junior Chamber leaders the opportunity to meet with the women and men responsible for making public policies that guide the nation’s course of action. Special briefing sessions have also been held with Junior Chamber members. Special interest seminars have been designed to help Junior Chamber members understand complex issues regarding international trade, American business policy, and foreign and defense matters. Practical tips regarding lobbying elected officials and conducting election-year activities have also been featured. Contact Sally for more information or to participate.
ALIVE Food Distribution for the Needy. 6:30 PM - 8 PM, Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 3600 Commonwealth Ave. NEEDED: 4-8 volunteers to join in with other community groups to unload donated food and produce from trucks to serve needy families in Alexandria. RSVP or more info: contact Andy at treasurer@alexjaycees.org. Note: ALIVE is the largest social safety net in our community.
June
7
Jaycees Charter Picnic. 3pm-7 pm. Help us celebrate the charter of our chapter in Alexandria! We'll be in Fort Ward Park off of Braddock Road, and there will be a banner and sign at our shelter location. This is a potluck picnic. Please bring the following, based on what your last name starts with:
A-E: Desserts
F-J: Salads
K-O: Meats (to serve 8)
P-S: Rolls (to serve 8)
T-Z: Chips/Snacks
9
Board of Directors Meeting. 7:30 PM at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway. Note: All members of the Alexandria Jaycees are welcome to attend the meetings. See how the chapter is run - and pick up tips for your own future nonprofit board service.
10
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) seminar. 7pm-9pm. Alexandria Chamber of Commerce building, 801 N. Fairfax Street, Suite 402. This seminar is for anyone who wants an introduction to what the Myers-Briggs tells us about our personalities. Registration required: visit www.alexjaycees.org/events. The $35 fee covers the MBTI and “Introduction to Type” book. Non-members may participate in the seminar for $89; Alexandria Chamber members may participate for $69. Class size limit: 45.
12
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Professional Networking Breakfast: 7:30AM - 9AM at the Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road. Cost: $25 for members. More information: You'll have the chance to exchange business cards, get referrals, and develop your prospect lists before your competitors even get out of bed.
14
Red Cross Waterfront Festival, Old Town Alexandria, Waterfront. 2:30 - 6:30 pm. NEEDED: 12 volunteers to help serve beer to help raise money for the Alexandria Chapter of the Red Cross. All volunteers will receive free entrance to the festival (a $15 value!) and a free t-shirt. Anyone who has not received the Red Cross Alcohol Awareness Training will need to attend a special training class, time and date TBD. Contact Amy at cd_vp@alexjaycees.org for more information.
19
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours business networking reception: 5:30 - 7:30 PM. Northern Virginia Habitat ReStore,
7770-G Richmond Highway,
Alexandria, VA Bring your business cards to exchange with others.
21
SOME ( So Others Might Eat). 10:45 AM- 1:30 PM. Become a partner in helping to solve the nation’s food crisis, learn culinary skills, better understand homelessness and creative ways to address social issues in our community. Individuals are needed to serve food in SOME’s dining room at 71 'O' Street, NW in Washington DC. Volunteers will spend time preparing and serving meals and interacting with SOME's guests. The dining room is limited to 15 volunteers per meal to ensure that each person is well utilized. We will be meeting at 10:45 AM and should be finished by 1:30 PM. Anyone interested in particpating should contact Diana at director3@alexjaycees.org.
ALIVE Food Distribution for the Needy. 6:30 PM - 8 PM, Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 3600 Commonwealth Ave. NEEDED: 4-8 volunteers to join in with other community groups to unload donated food and produce from trucks to serve needy families in Alexandria. RSVP or more info: contact Andy at treasurer@alexjaycees.org. Note: ALIVE is the largest social safety net in our community.
28
Community Yard Sales. 7 am - 2 pm. The Alexandria Jaycees have been holding Community Yard Sales (one of our main fundraisers) off and on since 1996. In recent years, the Community Yard Sale has evolved into a small flea market. We need volunteers to be on-site and supervise the vendors' set-up and tear down. Please contact Cathy for more information or to volunteer: president@alexjaycees.org. Jaycees can reserve one space per sale at no charge.
28
Ronald McDonald House. 5 - 7pm.
Make a homemade meal for a family member of a very ill child.
The Ronald McDonald House serves as a home away from home for families of very ill children in local hoospitals. We will prepare and serve a meal for 16-20 family members who may be staying in the house. We will meet at 5 PM at 3312 Gallows Road, Falls Church .Anyone intersted in participating should contact Diana at director3@alexjaycees.org.
July
4
Independence Day Holiday
12
Alexandria Birthday Celebration is a co-celebration of America’s Independence Day along with the founding of the City of Alexandria. This year, the celebration will be held at Oronoco Bay Park, the site of the Alexandria Red Cross Waterfront festival. The highlights of the Birthday Celebration are live entertainment, arts and crafts, games for the kids, and an excellent fireworks display. The Alexandria Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Activities co-ordinates this event. The Jaycees usually sell Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Bratwurst, Sodas, and Chips. In years past, the event has raised from $500 on up. With good weather, we would hope to meet or exceed that amount this year.
14
Board of Directors Meeting. 7:30 PM at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway. Note: All members of the Alexandria Jaycees are welcome to attend the meetings. See how the chapter is run - and pick up tips for your own future nonprofit board service.
19
Community Yard Sales. 7 am - 2 pm. The Alexandria Jaycees have been holding Community Yard Sales (one of our main fundraisers) off and on since 1996. In recent years, the Community Yard Sale has evolved into a small flea market. We need volunteers to be on-site and supervise the vendors' set-up and tear down. Please contact Cathy for more information or to volunteer: president@alexjaycees.org. Jaycees can reserve one space per sale at no charge.
25
ALIVE Food Distribution for the Needy. 6:30 PM - 8 PM, Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 3600 Commonwealth Ave. NEEDED: 4-8 volunteers to join in with other community groups to unload donated food and produce from trucks to serve needy families in Alexandria. RSVP or more info: contact Andy at treasurer@alexjaycees.org. Note: ALIVE is the largest social safety net in our community.
27 - 30
2008 JCI Leadership Summit at the United Nations.
UN Headquarters,
New York City. The focus of the Summit is corporate social responsibility, UN - JCI partnerships, and engaging entrepreneurs in issues of corporate citizenship. Includes a tour of the UN. Dress is business attire. More information: http://www.jci.cc/meetings/.
NOTE: Members of all U.S. Jaycees chapters are members of JCI, Junior Chamber International. Contact Sally for more information or to participate.
JCI Met Net 2008 JCI Met Net is a conference that offers the most dynamic JCI members from metropolitan areas around the world an opportunity to enjoy seminars, networking, socializing, and sharing best practices.
NOTE: Members of all U.S. Jaycees chapters are members of JCI, Junior Chamber International. Info at http://www.jcimetnet2008nyc.org/ or Contact Sally for more information or to participate.
August
11
Board of Directors Meeting. 7:30 PM at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway. Note: All members of the Alexandria Jaycees are welcome to attend the meetings. See how the chapter is run - and pick up tips for your own future nonprofit board service.
16
Community Yard Sales. 7 am - 2 pm. The Alexandria Jaycees have been holding Community Yard Sales (one of our main fundraisers) off and on since 1996. In recent years, the Community Yard Sale has evolved into a small flea market. We need volunteers to be on-site and supervise the vendors' set-up and tear down. Please contact Cathy for more information or to volunteer: president@alexjaycees.org. Jaycees can reserve one space per sale at no charge.
22 - 24
Virginia Jaycees Summer Board Meeting. At Camp Virginia Jaycee. Contact Sally for more information or to participate.
ALIVE Food Distribution for the Needy. 6:30 PM - 8 PM, Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 3600 Commonwealth Ave. NEEDED: 4-8 volunteers to join in with other community groups to unload donated food and produce from trucks to serve needy families in Alexandria. RSVP or more info: contact Andy at treasurer@alexjaycees.org. Note: ALIVE is the largest social safety net in our community.
September
1
Labor Day Holiday
8
Board of Directors Meeting. 7:30 PM at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway. Note: All members of the Alexandria Jaycees are welcome to attend the meetings. See how the chapter is run - and pick up tips for your own future nonprofit board service.
13
Community Yard Sales. 7 am - 2 pm. The Alexandria Jaycees have been holding Community Yard Sales (one of our main fundraisers) off and on since 1996. In recent years, the Community Yard Sale has evolved into a small flea market. We need volunteers to be on-site and supervise the vendors' set-up and tear down. Please contact Cathy for more information or to volunteer: president@alexjaycees.org. Jaycees can reserve one space per sale at no charge.
88th U.S. Jaycees Annual Meeting and Presentation, 70th Annual Ten Outstanding Young Americans.
In San Diego, CA. Mid-year competitions, training, and entertainment are held at this convention. A Welcome Party begins the conference on Thursday. Elections also occur during the Annual Meeting of the Corporation during the convention. The highlight of the event on Saturday night is the TOYA Ceremony. The Ten Outstanding Young Americans (TOYA) Ceremony honors ten individuals who have made great accomplishments in one of many areas including finance, innovation, social improvements, scientific or technological contributions, legal reform, etc. The ceremony is the presentation and acceptance of their award, and is a very moving experience. Contact Sally for more information or to participate.
26
ALIVE Food Distribution for the Needy. 6:30 PM - 8 PM, Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 3600 Commonwealth Ave. NEEDED: 4-8 volunteers to join in with other community groups to unload donated food and produce from trucks to serve needy families in Alexandria. RSVP or more info: contact Andy at treasurer@alexjaycees.org. Note: ALIVE is the largest social safety net in our community.
October
3 - 5
Virginia Jaycees' Dixie Institute Training. In Missouri. Details TBA.
11
Community Yard Sales. 7 am - 2 pm. The Alexandria Jaycees have been holding Community Yard Sales (one of our main fundraisers) off and on since 1996. In recent years, the Community Yard Sale has evolved into a small flea market. We need volunteers to be on-site and supervise the vendors' set-up and tear down. Please contact Cathy for more information or to volunteer: president@alexjaycees.org. Jaycees can reserve one space per sale at no charge.
13
Board of Directors Meeting. 7:30 PM at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway. Note: All members of the Alexandria Jaycees are welcome to attend the meetings. See how the chapter is run - and pick up tips for your own future nonprofit board service.
ALIVE Food Distribution for the Needy. 6:30 PM - 8 PM, Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 3600 Commonwealth Ave. NEEDED: 4-8 volunteers to join in with other community groups to unload donated food and produce from trucks to serve needy families in Alexandria. RSVP or more info: contact Andy at treasurer@alexjaycees.org. Note: ALIVE is the largest social safety net in our community.
25
DC Central Kitchen: Culinary Job Training Program Assistance. 8:45 AM - 1 PM. We will work alongside men and women in the Culinary Job Training Program at DC Central Kitchen. This program prepares 4,000 meals that get donated each day to more than one hundred community agencies. Kitchen tasks include chopping vegetables, sorting fresh produce, mixing salads, portioning meals, deboning meat and assisting with other tasks to help operate the 10,000 square foot community kitchen. NEEDED: 7-10 volunteers. Contact Diana for more information or to volunteer.
26
Annual Goblin Games. 8 AM - 2 PM, Mt. Vernon Recreation Center. We will again partner with the Del Ray Children's Parade to provide halloween-themed games to 300-400 of the area's children. The program is geared toward children from 2 to 7 years of age, games include "bowling for bones" and "pin the wart on the witch". NEEDED:: 20-25 volunteers to dress in (non-scary) costumes to work 2 hour shifts. Contact Amy for more information or to volunteer. See what this event is all about here.
JCI World Congress,New Delhi, India.
http://www.jciwc2008.in/. Features a full schedule of training, plus competitions: Speaking Championship Topic: “Be Better through Active Citizenship”.
The topic for the 2008 Championship is “Be Better through Active Citizenship.” Francis D.M. Mwale of JCI Zimbabwe was the 2007 JCI World Public Speaking Champion. Who will be the 2008 Champion?
The JCI World Public Speaking Championship offers members the opportunity to exercise and showcase their abilities and to share ideas on issues of particular importance to fellow members. National contest winners are encouraged to compete at the JCI Conferences. The winner from each JCI Conference will be expected to represent his or her Area in the final round of the JCI World Public Speaking Championship at the JCI World Congress to be held in New Delhi, India, November 4 –9, 2008.
10
Board of Directors Meeting. 7:30 PM at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway. Note: All members of the Alexandria Jaycees are welcome to attend the meetings. See how the chapter is run - and pick up tips for your own future nonprofit board service.
Board of Directors Meeting. 7:30 PM at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway. Note: All members of the Alexandria Jaycees are welcome to attend the meetings. See how the chapter is run - and pick up tips for your own future nonprofit board ervice.
Board of Directors Meeting. 7 PM (note earlier start time) at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway. Note: All members of the Alexandria Jaycees are welcome to attend the meetings. See how the chapter is run - and pick up tips for your own future nonprofit board service.
21
Special Board of Directors Planning Meeting 2:30 - 4:30/5 PM at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway.
21
Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance
22
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Networking Breakfast. 7:30 - 9 AM at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 901 N. Fairfax. Cost $25 for members.
More information: The first in a series of "Hot Topic" breakfasts for 2008; will focus on traffic congestion is a daily reality for residents in the Northern Virginia and Fredericksburg regions. Includes a presentation by the NOVA Transportation Alliance.
25 - 27
Virginia Jaycees State Convention. Come to Virginia Beach for networking and professional development - and a bit of fun with a live band and dancing. Minimum registration is $15. For more information or to register, please see the online information center for the meeting.
28
Chapter meeting & installation of new officers. 7 PM (social) 7:30 PM (meeting) at the Beatley Central Library, 5005 Duke Street. Come out for some socializing as we send off the 2007 Board in style and welcome our 2008 Board.
February
5
Mardi Gras Parade---Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Eleventh Street Lounge ( 1401 N. Highland Street ) for a quick bite to eat and a cocktail. We’ll walk over to the parade area at 7:30-7:45 to find a spot on the street to watch the parade. Recommend you take the metro (Orange Line) to the Clarendon metro stop - when you come out of the metro, make a right on Highland Street. Eleventh Street Lounge will be on your left, next to the Clarendon Grill. Contact Sharon Sobel for more info, or to rsvp - 703-585-6881.
11
Board of Directors Meeting. 7 PM (note earlier start time) at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway. Note: All members of the Alexandria Jaycees are welcome to attend the meetings. See how the chapter is run - and pick up tips for your own future nonprofit board service.
14
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Professional Networking Breakfast: 7:30AM - 9AM at the Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road. Cost: $25 for members More information: You'll have the chance to exchange business cards, get referrals, and develop your prospect lists before your competitors even get out of bed.
14
Valentine's Day
16
Bowling: Regional Party. 1 PM. Put on your bowling shirt and come out to Bowl America Shirley. 6450 Edsall Road Alexandria. Join the Arlington and Alexandria Jaycees for an afternoon of bowling. It's only $4 per game, which includes shoe rental. We'll have drinks & munchies available!
18
President's Day
21
Membership open house (M-Night): 7 – 9 PM, at King Street Blues in Old Town (112 North Saint Asaph Street, Between King and Cameron Streets). Drop by - we will be set up in the bar area.
22
ALIVE Food Distribution for the Needy. 6:30 PM - 8 PM, Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 3600 Commonwealth Ave. NEEDED: 4-8 volunteers to join in with other community groups to unload donated food and produce from trucks to serve needy families in Alexandria. RSVP or more info: contact Andy at treasurer@alexjaycees.org. Note: ALIVE is the largest social safety net in our community.
Local Officer Training Seminar (L.O.T.S.) & Local Presidents Summit (LP). Feb 29-Mar 2, 2008 • Camp Virginia Jaycee - Blue Ridge, VA. Training is open to all Jaycees - learn how to be an officer on a board of directors! Cost around $30 taken on arrival. RSVP to Sally.
More information: Cost is no more than $30 (Collected at arrival). Includes lodging, Fri night snack, Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner and Sunday breakfast. What To Bring?
Bedding, sheets, blankets, pillows, PJs, toiletries, camera, laptops, printers, crayons, paper, markers, board games, firewood, marshmellows, ghost stories, and an open mind.
March
1
St. Patrick's Day Parade. 12 - 1:45 PM, Old Town Alexandria. The Jaycees march in the parade and greet Alexandrians along the parade route. Wear your green, kiss the blarney stone, and join us in this fun event. We may even grab a bite to eat following the event. Contact Sharon for more information.
8
Regional Competitions Training. 10 AM - 1 PM, location TBA. Sign up to attend this fast-paced session that will prep you to win a debate, give an impromptu speech, write like a (business) pro, and learn some Jaycee jargon.
Registration: Jaycees, email Sally to register. This training is free for Jaycee members; $25 for non-members. Click here to register online (pre-event registration required).
9
"Rapture" at the Alexandria Symphony. 3:00 PM at The Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, located on the Alexandria Campus of the Northern Virginia Community College. Revel in the "physicality" of music. Features the music of Mendelssohn, Handel, Fauré, and Respighi;
with
Alexandria Choral Society and
Lucy Bowen McCauley Dance.
Tickets: $10 for Jaycees (a $30 discount for us); $20 for guests [still a $20 discount!)
10
Board of Directors Meeting. 7:30 PM at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway. Note: All members of the Alexandria Jaycees are welcome to attend the meetings. See how the chapter is run - and pick up tips for your own future nonprofit board service.
16
Tap a Tank at the Fox Meadow Winery. 1:30-4:30 PM (carpool leaves approx. 12 PM) . We will carpool to Linden, VA to visit the Fox Meadow Winery, where we will have the opportunity to taste wines at different stages of fermentation, and learn about the process of winemaking. Reservations are required; the participation fee is $10 for Jaycees and $13 for non-members. More about the Winery: Three wines offered by Fox Meadow Winery in 2006 were awarded medals. The 2002 Cabernet Franc and the 2004 Syrah received gold medals in the 14th annual Towne Point competition and the 2005 Pinot Grigio won a bronze medal in the Atlantic Seaboard Wine Competition.
18
Blogs, Podcasts & Wikis, Oh, My!. 7:00 – 8:30 PM. Community Room, Beatley Central Library, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria. Learn the basics about new media tools, including blogs, podcasts, vodcasts, RSS feeds, and social networks. You’ll be able to join in the conversations about these tools and perhaps learn how to use them to meet your own goals. Class size limit: 45
Free for members of the Jaycees; $25 for non-members; $20 for Alexandria Chamber members.
18 - 21
United States Junior Chamber Year-End Celebration. Memphis TN.
The Year-End Celebration honors the achievements of the previous year. Competitions take place on the days preceding the meeting. http://www.usjaycees.org/memphis08.htm
23
Easter Sunday
24
Community Appreciation Night. 7:30 p.m. at Alexandria City Hall (Sister Cities Conference Room 1101). As we do every year, we will honor one member from each the Alexandria Police Department, Fire Department, Public Schools Department, City Hall, and Sheriff's Office with an "Outstanding Public Service Award." The awards are intended to honor those individuals, age between 21 - 39, who have distinguished themselves, their families, and their communities by their service and conduct. All Jaycee members are invited and welcome to attend the Monthly Chapter Meeting. Contact Lillian for more information.
26
Showing Your Face on Facebook. 7:00 – 8:30 PM in the Community Room, Beatley Central Library, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria. Whether you’re launching a new job search or you’re looking to enhance your personal “brand”, you need to know how – and why – you can use social networking sites like Facebook and LinkedIn to your advantage. Class size limit: 45. Presenter: Catherine Lada, Vice President, American Chamber of Commerce Executives. Registration is required and on a first-come, first-serve basis.
ALIVE Food Distribution for the Needy. 6:30 PM - 8 PM, Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 3600 Commonwealth Ave. NEEDED: 4-8 volunteers to join in with other community groups to unload donated food and produce from trucks to serve needy families in Alexandria. RSVP or more info: contact Andy at treasurer@alexjaycees.org. Note: ALIVE is the largest social safety net in our community.
30
Ronald McDonald House Meal. Jaycees will prepare and serve a meal to 16-20 people who may be staying in the Ronald McDonald House. Jaycees need to arrive by 5 PM and be prepared to serve no later than 6:30 PM at 3312 Gallows Road, Falls Church. Ronald McDonald Houses provide a home-away-from-home for families of seriously ill children being treated at local hospitals. Contact Ashley at aparks@limno.com to sign up or for more information.
April
1
International Food Night. 7:30 pm; Afghan Restaurant (2700 Jefferson Davis Highway, Alexandria, VA 22301, ph 703-548-0022) - Save money by bringing the Afghan Restaurant coupon that's in this year's Entertainment Book.
Please contact Annette Beacham at annettebeacham@hotmail.com by noon on Monday, March 31 if you plan to attend, or for more information.
3
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Hot Topics Breakfast. 7:30 - 9:00 am; George Washington Masonic Temple. Join members of the Alexandria Chamber to discuss density around Metro stations, and how this fits with plans for economic sustainability in Alexandria. You'll hear what is being planned or discussed for the areas of Braddock Road, Eisenhower Valley and Potomac Yard. Alexandria Jaycees can attend for the member price! Visit http://www.alexchamber.org/ to register or for more information.
5
Potomac River Watershed Clean Up; 9 am - 12 pm Join the Jaycees as we help with the 20th Annual Potomac River Watershed Cleanup! We will be working from the mouth of 4 Mile Run to Daingerfield Island. NEEDED 5-10 Volunteers are needed to pick up trash and illegally dumped items to keep the river clean! Throw on some old clothes, bring a pair of gloves, and prepare to have fun! All volunteers are invited to attend a post-clean up party on Saturday night. Contact Amy at cd_vp@alexjaycees.org for more information.
6
"Bliss" at the Alexandria Symphony. 3:00 PM at The Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, located on the Alexandria Campus of the Northern Virginia Community College. Features the music of Smetana, Hailstork, and Dvořák;
Featuring Lynn Harrell
with
The Metropolitan Chorus and the
Heritage Signature Chorale.
Tickets: $10 for Jaycees (a $30 discount for us); $20 for guests [still a $20 discount!) You can buy tickets and/or get a block to sell to family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, etc.
Jaycee Member Registration
$10
Non-Member/Guest Registration
$20
10
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Professional Networking Breakfast: 7:30AM - 9AM at the Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road. Cost: $25 for members
More information: You'll have the chance to exchange business cards, get referrals, and develop your prospect lists before your competitors even get out of bed.
13
Walking Tour of Historic Old Town Alexandria.
1:00-3:00p
Begins at the Lyceum, 201 South Washington Street.
Walking tour will cover the history of Old Town Alexandria as reflected through its architecture and urban design. Examples feature a full range of architectural styles from Georgian through Art Deco and the pedestrian scale of the city plan and streets will be discussed. This year's tour will also feature the historic Cromley Lofts, Virginia's first LEED silver rated sustainable condos, and portions of the proposed Parker Gray National Register historic district. Tour led by members of the AIA Northern Virginia Historic Resources Committee.
Register by April 4 through Faith: faith_d_p@yahoo.com.
14
Board of Directors Meeting. 7:30 PM at Jack Taylor Toyota, 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway. Note: All members of the Alexandria Jaycees are welcome to attend the meetings. See how the chapter is run - and pick up tips for your own future nonprofit board service.
16
Understanding Your Personality with Myers-Briggs. 7:00 – 8:30 PM in the Community Room, Beatley Central Library, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria. The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator has helped millions of teachers, business and association professionals, military officers, and corporate tycoons understand how to use their own personality type as an advantage socially and at work. Learn Type theory 101 and some tips for understanding your Myers-Briggs® personality type profile. Class size limit: 45
$15 for Jaycees; $49 for non-members; $44 for Alexandria Chamber members. Fee covers the MBTI® evaluation and a copy of Introduction to Type® in Organizations). Presenter: Catherine Lada, Vice President, American Chamber of Commerce Executives. Registration is required and on a first-come, first-serve basis.
20
Passover
25
ALIVE Food Distribution for the Needy. 6:30 PM - 8 PM, Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 3600 Commonwealth Ave. NEEDED: 4-8 volunteers to join in with other community groups to unload donated food and produce from trucks to serve needy families in Alexandria. RSVP or more info: contact Andy at treasurer@alexjaycees.org. Note: ALIVE is the largest social safety net in our community.
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Rebuilding Together Alexandria. 8 am – 3 pm at the Carpenter's Shelter - 930 N. Henry Street
Alexandria, VA 22313. We have been assigned to help the Carpenter's Shelter with some yard work, including trimming, weeding and spreading new mulch in the front yard and playground. Come out, have fun and do good! If you are interested in this event, or want more information please contact Mike Gallagher via email or 703-965-0481.
All volunteers must fill out the Volunteer Sign-up Form located on the Rebuilding Together Alexandria website. All forms must be filled out and given to Mike Gallagher prior to April 26th in order to volunteer.
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IMAGINE Dinner. 6 PM - 12 AM, location TBA; a Jaycee will host a dinner party in a home in Alexandria and invite Alexandria Jaycee members and friends to attend. Later that evening, participants will gather with guests and volunteer hosts from other dinner parties at the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Old Town Alexandria for dessert, drinks, dancing, and a silent auction. The $30 suggested contribution per attendee on the event will be the ticket to the entire event. NEEDED: 10 - 15 attendees to participate.
More information: Funds raised through IMAGINE support the Northern Virginia AIDS Ministry (NOVAM) programs and operations.
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Carpenter's Shelter Cookoff. The Birchmere, 3701 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Alexandria VA 22305. Proceeds from the cookoff will be used to support the Carpenter's Shelter for homeless children, families, and adults. NEEDED: 5-10 volunteers to assist with clean up (starting around 2:45 pm, lasting for approximately 30-45 minutes). Volunteers gain free admission (a $40 value!). Contact Amy at cd_vp@alexjaycees.org to help.
More information: On Sunday, April 27, 2008, the Carpenter's Shelter will sponsor its sixth annual Carpenter's Cook-Off, a casual family afternoon of dining on delectable creations from participating restaurants such as Majestic, Del Merei Grille, Rustico, Union Street Public House, and more. Tickets are $40 for adults and $5 for children ages 6-17 (but is free for volunteers). Food will be provided by various restaurants in the Alexandria community and live entertainment will be provided. More information: http://www.carpentersshelter.org/info/08cookofffacts.pdf.
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New Member Orientation. 7 PM in the Beatley Library Community Room, 5005 Duke St. The orientation is separate from but concurrent with the Chapter Meeting social. If you've joined the Jaycees recently - or want a new look about what the Jaycees are up to - join us for this informal discussion and Q & A. Contact Harry with any questions.
