Wednesday, February 11, 2009 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. RE/MAX Realty Group 205 E. Ridgeville Blvd. Sponsored by RE/MAX Realty Group

The next Professional Development Series 2009 Workshop is on Thursday, February 5, 2009 immediately following the general membership meeting, starting at 8:45 a.m. Entitled "Organizing Your Financial Life" the workshop will be taught by Tom Flynn, Regional Vice President of Mainstay Investments.

Learn how to use a management system that will help you and your family inventory personal data and important documents, financial information, together with the names of your key contacts, all in one convenient place.

One benefit of Chamber membership is the opportunity for professional development. We need your input on topics for 2009. Please click the link found on the Professional Development page of the Chamber website to download the survey and return it to Marlene Titus, Chair, Professional Development Committee at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Any and all comments, suggestions and ideas are welcome!

The Discover Mt. Airy 2009 Community Expo will be held Saturday, April 18, 2009, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Mt. Airy Volunteer Fire Company's Activities Grounds. Vendor spaces are going fast. Register today! Don't miss out on one of the biggest community events of the year to promote your business and meet your neighbors.

Indoor tables and outdoor tent spaces are still available. If you're interested in being a vendor, download the Expo application from the Expo page at www.mtairybusiness.com. For more information contact Shawn Reilly at 301-730-1675 or Carol Pickett at 410-227-8522.

The deadline for the 2009 Mt. Airy Phone Book has passed but some availability does still exist. If you are a business interested in advertising in the 2009 edition, please contact Keir Knight at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  or (301) 829- 1982.

It's not too late to renew your membership. Did you know that Mt. Airy Chamber members receive a $100 discount off of the Frederick County Chamber dues if you join us first. Download an application from the Join Us page at www.mtairybusiness.com.

It's that time again. Blood levels are dangerously low and the Red Cross needs you AND your blood. It's easy to do and takes only an hour. The Bloodmobile will be at the Mt. Airy Expo on April 18, 2009 between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

To pledge a donation please contact Alice Decker with Interstate Construction and Development Company at 410-227-2817 or at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Give the gift of life!