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<b>Thursday/Dec. 17</b>
Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce new and prospective members lunch,11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Dulles Regional Chamber's Chantilly Office, 3901 Centerview Drive, Suite R, Chantilly. Extensive networking on site; attendees are asked to bring business cards. Lunch will be provided. Pre-registration required at 571-323-5300 or dullesherndonregionalchamber.org.
Dulles Airport Manager's Annual Update. At the Westin Washington Dulles Airport, 2520 Wasser Terrace, Herndon. Reception 11:30 a.m., lunch 12 p.m. Airport Manager Chris Browne's annual review of how Dulles Airport faired in 2009 and what is coming in 2010. Committee for Dulles Members in advance $45; at the door $50. Non-members in advance $55; at the door $60. www.committeefordulles.org.
<b>Friday/Dec. 18</b>
Pat Mullins at the Republican Club of Greater Reston. 7:30 p.m. in the Reston Community Center's Rose Gallery, Lake Anne, Reston. Pat Mullins, chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia, at the RCGR Christmas party. The public is welcome to this informal holiday gathering; appetizer or dessert contribution appreciated. Liquid refreshment provided. 703-406-9740.
<b>Thursday/Dec. 24</b>
Chantilly-Centreville Chamber of Commerce Monthly Power Networking Breakfast. 7:45-9:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Select, Expo Center, Chantilly. Network, exchange business cards, develop prospects and introduce your company to other attendees. Those who register prior to the event will have their contact information provided to all attendees at registration. $30 dollars for members. 703-815-6060 or dullesherndonregionalchamber.org.