Chamber Calendar of Events
The Chamber Year Runs July 1st through June 30th with
Networking activities generally suspended during July & August.
Chamber Networking is about building relationships with new business contacts, identifying potential new customers, while providing an opportunity to meet fellow members in a congenial relaxed setting. Expand your professional address book along with your business base.
The Chamber hosts regular Midday Marketing Receptions at the new chamber office. These receptions offer you another opportunity to meet as many chamber members and business owners as possible over the course of the year. Lasting only one hour, you can improve your contact list quickly and effectively while distributing your marketing materials directly to members. Chamber members only and a guest. Reservations required in advance at info@annandalechamber.com.
RSVP: info@annandalechamber.com Members are eligible to sponsor a Midday Marketing Reception, just contact the chamber office. The chamber will make all the arrangements and provide you with complimentary advertising and promotion for a small sponsorship fee. This is an effective way to market your business while entertaining & networking with fellow chamber members on their way home from work.
MIDDAY MARKETING RECEPTIONS
are held at the Chamber's new offices throughout the year.
ANNUAL EVENTS
First Tuesday in August (August 4, 2020 -- Cancelled for 2020)
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT at the Annandale Shopping Center
Annandale celebrates National Night Out at the Annandale Shopping Center on Tuesday, August 1st, (first Tuesday of each August) where 
free glitter tattoos, face painting, refreshments, martial arts demonstrations, raffles and children's activities are planned (all FREE) to promote community involvement in crime prevention and neighborhood camaraderie. Bring the family, your neighbors and friends to enjoy this evening of family fun, and the opportunity to meet local fire and police officers. FREE activities, carnival games, food and fun for children and families.
When: Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Time: 6:00-9:00 PM
Where: Annandale Shopping Center
7042 Columbia Pike (& Gallows Road), Annandale, VA 22003
For more information and photos of National Night Out in Annandale
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Fourth Saturday in October (October 24, 2020 - Cancelled for 2020 due to Covid-19)
The Annandale Parade
The popula
r Annandale Parade will march along Columbia Pike from the Annandale Shopping Center at Gallows Road, all the way to Markham Place. Thousands of participants from Clowns, Storybook Characters, Waving Politicians and Marching Bands to Antique & Military Cars, Fire Trucks, Civic Organizations, Scouts, and beautifully costumed International Dancers will parade before the residents of Greater Annandale. This event celebrates the diversity of our community and offers us a unique opportunity to promote Annandale’s spirit, camaraderie, and our sponsors while hosting a fun packed event for the community. Sponsored by the Annandale Chamber of Commerce, this sixty-eight year old tradition only gets bigger and better every year. Chamber Partners & sponsors are given priority parade positions.
SPONSORSHIP, ADVERTISING & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE
Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes.
Parade Information and Registration
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Advertising Opportunities with the Annandale Chamber
The Chamber is pleased to announce that limited ad space is now available on the Chamber’s new website. For only $60 per month (minimum 6 months), your advertisement will be shown on the front page at www.annandalechamber.com
Anyone clicking your ad will be led to your company’s own website. Don’t miss this opportunity for some of the best niche advertising available at below market rates. If combined with print ads in the ENDEAVOR news magazine, a 10% discount on both print and web advertisements will be given. Please see the form below for details. Don't wait, as space is limited and preference will be given to Chamber Members.
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Lambros Fine Jewelers7137 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA
(703) 354-1038 READ MORE
ARTISANS UNITED GALLERY
And Gift Shop
Make 2019 more colorful, brighter, and happier. Come take a look at all the artisan gifts at the Gallery that will brighten the gloomiest day. Check out cute kids' aprons complete with crayons or 'tools', or a sweater or leggings made of the finest yarns for the smallest members of your family. And while you're here take a 'mini-safari' strolling among the African animals adorning mugs, tee shirts, puzzles, and bags. We have gifts for both men and women---jewelry and keepsake boxes, slate garden a
rt, silk creations, and jewelry: repurposed jewelry from the 1950's, fused glass, fiber arts designs, and paper and seed bead creations. Something for everyone! ARTISANS UNITED
4022C Hummer Road Annandale, VA 22003 (In the Annandale Community Park off Hummer Road)
703-941-0202 . www.augallery.org
Hours: Monday through Saturday: 10 am-4 pm.
Pupusas Express -- NOW OPEN
Now Open in the Annandale Shopping Center is a much awaited new dining experience known as Pupusas Express. (7042 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003) Delicious, spotlessly clean and friendly, this eatery will delight the young and the young at heart. The menu reflects the traditional Salvadoran dishes offered at affordable prices certain to please every budget.
Known for their warm hospitality and exceptionally quick and courteous service, they have now expanded to four locations. If you are unfamiliar with Salvadoran cuisine, the staff will be happy to discuss ingredients and walk you through the menu offerings.
The traditional Salvadoran foods are a mix of Native American cuisines from indigenous groups and influences from European (Spanish) cuisine. Many of the dishes are made with maize (corn) in one form or another. There is also a heavy use of pork, chicken, and seafood.
El Salvador's most notable dish is the pupusa, a thick handmade corn flour or rice flour flatbread stuffed with cheese, cooked ground pork, chicken, refried beans, or vegetables. Since most are only $2.40 each, you can afford to try a few combinations. Condiments accompanying the pupusas are pickled-cabbage (a cole slaw known as curitido) and tomato sauce.
Other well-known Salvadoran dishes include carne guisada (a saucy 
beef stew with potatoes and carrots), carne asada (grilled steak), Camarones a la Crema (Sauteed shrimp mixed with onions, green peppers and cream), Ceviche de Camaron (lime cooked shrimp), various Tacos, Quesadillas, and Fajitas.
SOUP-SOUP, YOU MUST TRY THE SOUP
Don’t overlook their four soup offerings as they are of special note.
In the Annandale Shopping Center
on Columbia Pike at Gallows Road
September 22
Northern Virginia Community College
NOVA Offering Virtual Culinary, Hospitality, and Events Workshop
NOVA SySTEMic, Northern Virginia Community College’s STEM Outreach Program, is offering a STEM Careers Virtual Workshop in the culinary, hospitality, and events industries on Tuesday, September 22 at 2:00 p.m.
Panelists will discuss current issues, industry engagement, and job preparation in those industries and include the following industry professionals:
- Barbara Barrington, Director of Sales, Courtyard by Marriott-Norfolk Downtown
- Steve M. Moore, Catering Account Manager, Affairs to Remember Catering
- Sharone Reid, Owner, Focus and Fabulous Events
- India Rhodes, Partner, Wilkinson Rhodes event planners
Register Here.
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Thursday, October 1st - Northern Va. Comm. College
The Northern Virginia Community College is offering employers the opportunity to set up Virtual Employer Tables to meet virtually with students about employment opportunities in two-hour sessions. Tables are casual. Students are not expected to dress formally or have a resume on hand. Employers can register for the first session on Thursday, October 1 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. here.
Monday, October 5th through
Monday, October 12th
Annandale Volunteer Fire Dept. Virtual Open House
Every October for the past few decades the Annandale Volunteer Fire Dept. has invited community members into their fire and rescue stations for Open House events during Fire Prevention Week (FPW). Unfortunately, this year it is safer for the Fairfax County community and members of the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department (FCFRD) if they do not offer a traditional Open House at their fire and rescue stations.
Instead, FCFRD will be hosting several fun, interactive activities, and virtual events throughout FPW beginning on Monday, October 5. This year’s FPW theme is “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!” This focus on cooking fire safety comes in response to home cooking fires representing the leading cause of U.S. home fires, with nearly half (49 percent) of all home fires involving cooking equipment; unattended cooking is the leading cause of these fires.
A virtual open house will highlight the week and occur throughout the day on Saturday, October 10 on FCFRD social and digital platforms.
Join them for a fun-filled week of fire safety, special activities and “Behind-the-Scenes” features! Please register online to be eligible for prizes and to enjoy their specially prepared weekly selections! Register here: Virtual Fire Prevention Week 2020
Once registered you will be sent a packet containing related safety materials and special items including FCFRD “Exclusive Items”! You do not need to register to participate in the week’s events but registering allows you to be eligible for prizes!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
- Monday, Oct. 5 – Survey your home for fire safety.
- Tuesday, Oct. 6 – Storytime with fire safety hero Flash Max, complete the Great Escape Challenge, and earn a prize.
- Wednesday, Oct. 7 – Meet the FCFRD puppets, become the fire marshal of your home, and earn a safety badge.
- Thursday, Oct. 8 – Watch a demonstration, Cooking with Firefighters, and get a delicious recipe.
- Friday, Oct. 9 – Tag along with Sparky the Fire Dog and learn about the day-to-day activities at a busy fire station.
- Saturday, Oct. 10 – Family Fun Q&A with Sparky and the firefighters and much more.
Annandale, Station 8 - 7128 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003-3106
703-256-2552,
West Annandale, Station 23 - 8914 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, VA 22031-3123
703-978-3340
Help fill the needs of 400 kids!
Together, we can provide students and families with the supplies they need during these uncertain times.
For more information or, to donate now, CLICK HERE.
Liberty Language Services is hiring for freelance on-site medical interpreters in the Northern Virginia area. If you are bilingual and want to make some extra income while helping your community, come join our team! We are recruiting for many different languages. For more information, please email Recruiting@LibertyLanguageServices.com or call 888-746-9108, ext. 2. Or apply directly at https://www.libertylanguageservices.com/apply-now.
Outside Dining Now Available
Sunday-Thursday: 11:30am-10 pm
Friday-Saturday: 11:30am-10:30 pm
Daily Breakfast 8 am to Noon from BEST BUNS
We are offering curbside pickup
& delivery with beer & wine
available to go with your order!
Place your order online at
SilveradoVa.com or on the GAR app.
Menu and Details: Lunch Package
A MESSAGE FROM ANNSANDRA GIFTS
AnnSandra is open now by appointment only. You can also order online or by phone for shipping or curb side pick-up.
Even in this difficult time, you may need to purchase an anniversary gift, a baby gift, birthday, or special occasion gift. www.annsandra.com
DEAR ANNSAND
RA FRIENDS & FAMILY:
As a small business, we value our customers and want to be able to service your needs. In order to do so, our website is still available to shop at www.annsandra.com.
Thank you for supporting AnnSandra. We will continue to keep you all updated. Stay healthy & safe and know that we are still here to help with anything you may need!
4417 John Marr Drive. - Annandale, VA. 22003 - 703-354-2110 - 800-357-2110, info@annsandra.com
Free Shipping on orders over $150.00.
Kenwood School
4955 Sunset Lane, Annandale, VA
703-256-4700
www.kenwoodschool.com
Annandale Boys & Girls Club BINGO
American Legion Bicentennial Post 1976
4206 Daniels Ave. . Annandale, VA 22003
located directly behind the Bank of America on Columbia Pike.
Member Locations
with Ongoing Programs
AnnSandra
Special Events 
4417 John Marr Drive.
Annandale, VA. 22003 - 703-354-2110
www.annsandra.com
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Mondays and Thursdays BINGO
Annandale Volunteer Fire Dept.
Join the fun twice a week at the John Fox Jr. Memorial Hall, behind Fire Station 8, 7128 Columbia Pike in Annandale! Early Birds start at 6:45PM, regular session at 7:45PM. Games typically conclude around 10PM.
(call the Bingo Info Line at 703-941-1328 for severe weather cancellations)
- Doors open 4:45pm
- Early Bird session starts 6:45pm
- Regular session starts 7:45pm
- Seating for up to 336 players
- 42" LCD TV monitors showing next ball
- ATM on-site
- Concessions kitchen with varied menu
- Free coffee and soft drinks!
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Wednesday BINGO
Annandale Boys and Girls Club 
American Legion Bicentennial Post 1976
4206 Daniels Ave. . Annandale, VA 22003
located directly behind the Bank of America on Columbia Pike.
The Annandale American Legion Post Recruiting New Members
Veterans and family members welcome to join. Party hall rental is free for all members.
Call 703-408-9123 and ask for Diane Ramsey.
4206 Daniels Ave, Annandale, VA 22003
(behind the Bank of America building on Columbia Pike)
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