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March 30, 2017

Registration is now open for the Adams Morgan Pinewood Grand Prix!

On April 29, the Adams Morgan Parnership BID will be hosting the first ever Adams Morgan Pinewood Grand Prix . For those of you not familiar with Pinewood Derbys, it's a lot of fun and is a great exercise in creativity and competition. Car kits are available for purchase at Ace Hardware , The Brass Knob , and Urban Dwell ; the kit includes a block of wood, four wheels, and four nails that act as axles. From there you're on your own to build the car of your dreams, as long as your dream car is small enough to hold in the palm of your hand.

The race will take place at Kalorama Park, with registration at 10am and the racing starting at noon. There will be fun and games for the whole family, so bring everyone out and enjoy a Spring day in the park.

Go to AdMoGrandPrix.com for a registration form and competition guidelines, and check our Facebook event page for more details as they are announced. The competition will be open to everybody, and we will also have a special division for businesses to compete against each other.

If you are a local business owner/manager, please get in touch with Brian (info below) about entering a car so you can claim AdMo Grand Prix bragging rights as the winner of our business division.

There will be a $5 suggsted donation on the day of the race that will go directly to Mary's Center .

For more details, contact Brian Barrie at 202-536-9515

Be a part of Taste of Adams Morgan: Tuesday June 6

The 5th Annual Taste of Adams Morgan is just around the corner! Shine a spotlight on your restaurant’s culinary talents on Tuesday, June 6, 2017, from 5-9pm.

Taste of Adams Morgan will draw 650 guests to the neighborhood to delight in tastings that showcase each restaurant’s unique cuisine. Guests will pre-purchase tickets that can be redeemed at participating restaurants and, in doing so will support the vital healthcare, social services, and education programs Mary’s Center provides to the community.

Restaurants are invited to support this event and the Adams Morgan community through your participation.

To sign up, please contact Angeline Jefferson at ajefferson@maryscenter.org or (202) 420-7049 for more information.

Bike To Work Day registration now open

Registration for Bike to Work Day 2017 is now open! On Friday, May 19th, Commuter Connections and the Washington Area Bicyclist Association invite you to celebrate bicycling as a clean, fun and healthy way to get to work. Riders who register for this free event will become eligible for raffle prizes and receive a free t-shirt to commemorate the event.

AMPBID will host a pit stop at Unity Park (triangle park at Columbia Rd., Champlain St., and Euclid St., NW) from 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Click Here to register for our pit stop. We will be partnering with City Bikes , BicycleSPACE , and Tryst again this year and will be raffling some great bicycle-themed prizes and will have coffee and snacks to help get your day started.

For more information, contact Brian Barrie at 202-536-9515.

The 2017 CSA SEASON is rapidly approaching!

And so is the Early Bird deadline - April 11.

From our friends at Licking Creek Bend Farm:


WHY A CSA

The intent of Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is to partner with the farmer by providing a cash flow to enable the farmer to purchase seeds, hire staff, prepare equipment, plant, nurture and harvest. All of this happens months before the farmer can begin to get income from the sale of produce. The pre-purchase of membership gives the farmer a good sense of how much of our yield is needed for the CSA, which is critical to a smooth operation. In exchange, the members receives a weekly, fresh picked yield.


The CSA will start the first week in June.

· Again we'll have 4 sessions - June-July; August-September; October; and November.

· You can sign up for the entire season or by session. Either way, you need to pay before each session begins. So we encourage you to plan accordingly.

· You will get a reminder about two weeks before the beginning of each session, so you should have plenty of time to get your payment to us.

Membership Fee
We are not changing the prices from the last two year even though our costs have risen across the board on seeds, equipment, salaries, etc! Please check the Membership Form for the prices.

Early Bird
If you start off with the early bird price, we will honor that throughout the season if we get your payment before each session begins. If not, then the regular price will apply for that session.

Pro-rating
If you know before you pay that you won't be picking up on particular dates, pro-rate your amount and make sure you write on your form the dates you will not pick up. That is essential for our weekly counts. The Membership Form lists the fees.

Credit
We do not give cash refunds. As is our practice, if you let us know in enough time you will not be picking up that week, we will give you credit towards the next session. Enough time means, before Monday for the Tuesday pickups and before Friday for Saturday pickups.

· If you just forget to pick one week, we donate your share to a good cause.

· Obviously, emergency situations are different so please let us know and we will make adjustments. The best reason we've had for not picking up was, "I'm so sorry, I went into labor Saturday morning".

Below are explanations of how we work and disclosures so hopefully, there won’t be confusion during the season about credit, pickup hours and details for the individual market pickups, etc.

How we operate weekly

To understand why we need to know the numbers each week, here is how we operate.

· We call the farm the day before each pick up. So we call in early (before 8am) Monday mornings for our Tuesday CSA and early Friday morning for our Saturday CSAs. The staff first pick for the CSA. Then the staff picks for our markets and wholesale. So, if we don't have the correct number, we either don't have enough for the CSA, or we have extra that could have been used at our markets for sale. That is why it is so important we have the correct number.

Pick up hours

· We encourage you to try to pick up as soon as possible especially when it is really hot. We keep what we can in water or on ice, and we mist, but the heat can be brutal, as you know, so the sooner you can get your produce in the frig or inside, the better it will keep for the week.

· If you need to be late, please let us know (for market pickups, we can't stay longer than it takes up to pack up). And for Takoma Park pickups, PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO TAKE YOUR NAME TAG SO WE KNOW YOU HAVE PICKED UP.

· The best way to contact us on pick up days is by phone. 301 587-1739 (home) or 240 505-6281 or 6282 (cells). On market days, we rarely have time to check email so phone calls are best.

· If someone else will be picking up, even with their good intentions, they often forget, so please give us their contact information.

SATURDAY PICK UPS:

Adams Morgan market CSA pickups start around 9:00am until about 1:00pm. The sooner we can pack up and leave, the sooner we can bring the CSA to the Takoma Park pickup! You can call 240 505-6282, 6281 or 717 491-6842. Thanks to those of you who have helped unload over the years! If you want to see if we're back earlier, give us a call. 301 587-1739 or 240 505-6281 or 6282.

Don't hesitate to ask us questions. Check out our web site ( www.lickingcreekbendfarm.com ), which we are in the process of updating with wonderful new pictures and information.

PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW for the Sunday, May 21 FARM VISIT. You should plan to leave this area by 9:15am to arrive by 11:30am. Remember it's a veggie pot luck to share. Bring your own plates, utensils and cups and a bathing suit and towel. Read the CSA quotes for some comments on past farm visits. It's well worth the trip! We will provide directions to the farm closer to the date. Our directions are a bit better than Mapquest, but you can try using those. The address is 928 Donahoe Lane, Needmore, PA 17238.

We are excited about the new season. Thanks for your support.

Michael, Esther, Charmaine and Justin
Licking Creek Bend Farm

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Small Business Expo 2017

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Washington Metropolitan Area District Office, Deputy District Director, Julie Clowes will serve as one of the keynote speakers at the Small Business Expo VIP Breakfast on April 19, 2017.

During the Small Business Expo, Alexandra Piotrowski, SBA Economic Development Specialist will be onsite with information and resources to inform and educate attendees about the benefits of SBA's programs and services.

When : April 19, 2017, 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Where : Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt Vernon Place, NW, Washington, DC

Register : For more information and to register please click here

20+ Business Critical Workshops!

Doing Business in DC for the LGBTQ Community

If you are interested in learning Doing Business in DC for the LGBTQ Community then this session is for you. During this event the SBRC will be featuring DCRA's subject experts from:

  • Business Licensing Division
  • Corporations Division
  • Occupational and Professional Licensing Division
  • Permits and Inspections Division
  • Weights and Measures Division
  • Zoning Division

Register

Date - 3/28/17

Time - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Location : 1100 4th St Sw Washington DC 20024, 2nd floor. Room E200

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The 2017 Spring Webinar Series for Census Data Users

We've put together a selection of Census Data Webinars that might be useful to Adams Morgan businesses. They will show you how to access Census data for everyday uses, including business planning, supporting grant proposals and research projects, and much more! The webinar workshops, listed here, will provide information and computer-oriented training in various topic areas.

Selected April webinars include (click the title to begin registration for that session):

These trainings are FREE, as are the Census data they will be helping you to access! Pick out your webinar sessions and register now, before they fill up!

Apply or Nominate a Business to join Inner City Capital Connections

What is inner city capital connections (ICCC)?

ICCC is an executive education and training program with the goal of promoting economic prosperity in underserved communities.

  • It helps established urban small businesses create and maintain sustainable growth and, in turn, create more good jobs where they are needed most.
  • It is the country’s only program that educates inner city businesses about different forms of capital and then connects them with potential capital providers.

What are the general guidelines for the small business candidates?

  • Annual company revenues of at least $500,000 per year;
  • In operations for at least 2 years;
  • Readiness/commitment of the CEO; and
  • Geographic location inside the Capital Beltway.
  • More program details can be found here.

What is your role as a nominating partner?

  • Simply identify small business candidates;
  • Let them know you will be nominating them; and
  • Submit the company contact information to the team at ICCC. The team will conduct the interview and will make the final decision.

The nomination form can be found here . Small businesses that meet the program criteria may apply directly without a nomination here .

The priority deadline for nominating small business candidates is March 31. It's time to reach out to your network of small businesses, share the good news about this proven, high-impact program, and get the ball rolling on the road to impact.

As local CEO and alumnus Pedro Alfonso stated: ICCC was a "game changer" for his business! This tuition-free program is a unique mix of "rocket fuel" for small businesses with an appetite for growth.

ICCC Webinar on Monday, April 3

Designed for busy executives of all expertise levels, Inner City Capital Connections Program (ICCC) will position your business for long-term success. The 40-hour program spans several months to accommodate demanding schedules and delivers content in several highly interactive and effective formats.

Learn how this program can help you grow for long-term success in a webinar exclusively for Adams Morgan Businesses.

Inner City Capital Connections - DC:

Adams Morgan Partnership BID Informational Webinar

Join ICCC for a webinar on Apr 03, 2017 at 4:00 PM EDT.
Register now!

ABC License Safekeeping Extensions Due this Friday, March 31, 2017
Any licensee with a liquor license being held in safekeeping will need to request an extension by this Friday, March 31, 2017 in order to maintain safekeeping status. Extension requests may be submitted to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board by sending a letter by:
Email ; or
Mail to 2000 14th St., NW, Suite 400 South, Washington, DC 20009.
Any license in safekeeping will be subject to cancellation if an extension request is not received by the Friday, March 31, 2017 deadline.
Safekeeping is required for any alcoholic beverage license that is temporarily discontinued for any reason. Many licenses are put in safekeeping as a result of renovations or damage to an establishment; the expiration of a lease; or being in the process of moving to a new location.
Fees for safekeeping are assessed every six months that a license is approved to be held in safekeeping. Payment must be made within 30 days of the date a billing statement is issued by the Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA).
Licensees that have questions can contact ABRA by emailing or calling (202) 442-4423

DCRA April 2017 events


Money Smart for Small Business: Financial Management and Credit Reporting

If you are interested in learning how to best run your business, you should attend a workshop we are conducting using the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation's (FDIC) Money Smart for Small Business curriculum modules. During this session, representatives from Branch Banking & Trust (BB&T) will assist individuals with a better understanding of Financial Management and Credit Reporting.
After completing this module, you will be able to:

  • Understand the essentials of financial management
  • Apply financial management practices, rules, and tools most relevant for small businesses
  • Prepare for common business financing needs: start-up finance, working capital, and fixed asset loans
  • Understand how credit reports are used in the underwriting of business loans
  • Apply common business practices and tools to help in proper credit reporting
  • Develop strategies to build or improve their business’ credit
  • Protect themselves from credit-related scams and know what to do if their business becomes a victim

Date : Thursday, April 6, 2017
Time : 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location : DCRA – 1100 4th Street SW, 4th Floor (Room E-4302), Washington, D.C. 20024
To Register : https://dcbiz.ecenterdirect.com/events/43647

Meet One-on-One with a Lawyer for Free!

If you are an existing or an aspiring small business owner, come and meet one-on-one with attorneys at the Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinic sponsored by the DC Bar Pro Bono Center. At this clinic you can get information on business formation, contracts, leases, taxes or any other questions you may have related to small business legal issues. Or, if you do not have specific questions, come and tell the attorneys about your business—they can help you spot legal issues or give you general advice.

Date : Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Time : 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Location : DCRA – 1100 4th Street SW, 2nd Floor (Room E-200), Washington, D.C. 20024
To Register : https://dcbiz.ecenterdirect.com/events/43348

Senior Entrepreneurship Program

The Department of Consumer and Regulatory (DCRA) Small Business Resource Center (SBRC) is collaborating with the D C Office of Aging (DCOA) to host its Senior Day Program for residents 60 years of age and older.
If you are interested in starting a new business or need information on sustaining an existing business, this program is for you? The program is designed to provide information on starting new and existing businesses. During this these sessions DCRA’s staff will be on hand to provide the regulatory process of the following:

  • Corporate Registration
  • Business Licensing
  • Vending & Events
  • Farmer Markets
  • Q&A

Date : Thursday, April 20, 2017
Time : 10:15 am – 11:45 am
Location : Bernice Fonteneau Senior Center – 3531 Georgia Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20010
To Register : https://dcbiz.ecenterdirect.com/events/42990

Understanding Your Rights Seminar for Landlords

The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center is partnering with the D.C. Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) Small Business Resource Center to offer monthly informational sessions to small landlords renting residential property in the District of Columbia. The sessions will provide general information on the eviction process, landlord tenant court procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Date : Thursday, April 20, 2017
Time : 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location : DCRA – 1100 4th Street SW, 4th Floor (Room E-4302), Washington, D.C. 20024
To Register : https://dcbiz.ecenterdirect.com/events/43488

Learn the Process of Starting a Business at the DC Public Library

During these FREE monthly sessions, the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) will partner with District government agencies to educate customers on how to start a new business in the District of Columbia. The following topics will be discussed:

  • Business Licensing
  • Corporate registration
  • Certificates of Occupancy (C of O)
  • Home Occupancy Permits (HOP)
  • Grant Opportunities
  • Vending
  • Farmer markets
  • Certified Business Enterprises (CBE)

Date : Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Time : 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location : Anacostia Neighborhood Library – 1800 Good Hope Road SE, Washington, D.C. 20020
To Register : https://dcbiz.ecenterdirect.com/events/43013

Money Smart for Small Business: Banking Services & Insurance

If you are interested in learning how to best run your business, you should attend a workshop we are conducting using the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation's (FDIC) Money Smart for Small Business curriculum modules. During this session, representatives from Branch Banking & Trust (BBT) will assist individuals with a better understanding of Banking Services and Insurance Choices designed for small businesses.
After completing this module, you will be able to:

  • Recognize the most common banking services for small businesses, including merchant services, payroll processing, business credit and others
  • Understand how other small business owners decide which banking services to use
  • Evaluate the applicability of each of banking service to their business needs
  • Understand their business’ insurance needs
  • Choose the insurance products that are best for their business

Date: Thursday, April 27, 2017
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: DCRA – 1100 4th Street SW, 4th Floor (Room E-4302), Washington, D.C. 20024
To Register: https://dcbiz.ecenterdirect.com/events/43648

Save the Date: GWHCC Annual Business Expo, April 18

From the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce:

Join us at our biggest event of the year and connect with the region’s leading minority-owned businesses. Last year, we brought together 1,880 attendees, 172 exhibitors, and 97 Sponsors and Partners. This year will be even bigger and better, so mark your calendars!

Some of Our Expo Sponsors

Thank you to our presenting sponsors and partners: Gelberg Signs, Erie Insurance, DC Health Link, Events DC, DHCD and MOLA.

How You Can Become a Sponsor

Would you like to become a sponsor? Please contact Alma Alfaro-Laska at aalfaro-laska@gwhcc.org .

If any Adams Morgan business wants to have a booth, please contact Kristen Barden (202) 997-0783 and AMPBID will pay the registration fee.

Hear from industry leaders on our following panels:

  • Workforce Development Initiatives
  • Social Media: Dos and Don’ts
  • Certification Boot Camp
  • U.S. vs Western Hemisphere Future Trade Strategies
  • Job Readiness
  • The How-To's of Attracting a Diverse Workforce
  • Branding and Pitching your Business
  • Government Contracting: The Inside Scoop
  • The Key Role of Technologies in Today’s World

Special New Member Offer

Become a member of the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and receive a 50% discount on your Expo booth. Click here to learn more about our special and become a member .

Attend ABRA Books and Records Training on April 25

The Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA) invites hotel and restaurant licensees to attend Books and Records Training on Tuesday, April 25, 2017. Training will cover:

  • Food sales requirements
  • Food sales reporting
  • Quarterly statement filings
  • Books and records tracking

Attend one of ABRA's training sessions on Tuesday, April 25, 2017:

9-11 a.m. (Spanish interpreter available)
2-4 p.m. (Korean interpreter available)

RSVP for training by contacting ABRA Compliance Analyst Monica Clark by Friday, April 21, 2017:

Email | (202) 442-4438


Training is free of charge. Requests for interpreters may be made; however, they must be submitted by the RSVP deadline.

Training Location

2000 14th St., NW
Suite 400 South, 4th Floor
Washington, DC 20009

Help Us Help You With Social Media

Being successful on social media is all about getting your message in front of as many eyeballs as possible, and the best way to do that is to have your posts shared by others to reach people who have yet to find you on their own. Please follow our AMPBID social media accounts (below) and if you tag us in your Adams Morgan specific posts, we'll do our best to like and retweet them to our followers. Contact Brian (bbarrie@adamsmorganonline.org) for more info.

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