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SUMMARY:Annual Shells & Half Shells 10/27 CV
DESCRIPTION:ANNUAL SHELLS & HALF SHELLS\nTuesday\, October 27\, 2026  |  8:15AM – 5:00PM\nOur popular Shells & Half Shells event takes place on October 27 this year! Join us at Old Forge Sporting Clays for a fun round of clay shooting followed by networking and oysters on the half shell. We have morning and afternoon sessions available\, as well as networking only tickets available. \nDon’t miss out on our incredible raffle prize drawing! Raffle tickets available for purchase all day. Raffle prize drawing will take place during the afternoon reception. You do not need to be present to win. We’ll notify all winners the day after the event. \nPLEASE NOTE: Limited tickets remain for morning session. Please email Kristen Altermatt for availability. Afternoon session full.\n \nSAFETY: ALL attendees\, regardless of experience\, are required to fill out a safety questionnaire and participate in a 15-minute safety training prior to their session. \nDOWNLOAD SAFETY QUESTIONNAIRE HERE\n\nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS\nLunch is included with both sessions. Networking reception for afternoon session only.\n \nMORNING SESSION   8:15AM – Check-in   |   8:45AM – Mandatory Safety Meeting   |   9:00AM – Shoot\nLUNCH   11:15AM – 1:00PM\nAFTERNOON SESSION   11:15AM – Check-in + Lunch   |   12:45PM – Mandatory Safety Meeting   |   1:00PM – Shoot SOLD OUT!!\nNETWORKING RECEPTION   3:00PM – 5:00PM \nAll shooters will be grouped in teams of four. If you do not have a foursome\, you will be grouped by ABC-VA. \nAll participants must attend safety orientation prior to shooting.\nYou must supply your own gun. Ammunition is provided. Must specify during registration if you are using a 12- or 20-gauge.\nLimited guns are available to rent. Contact Old Forge Sporting Clays directly to arrange a rental if needed. \nALL SHOOTERS MUST HAVE EAR/EYE PROTECTION. NO ALCOHOL WILL BE SERVED BEFORE 3:00 P.M. \n\nCOST (30 teams max per session)\nMORNING – $325 individual  /  $1\,295 foursome (includes breakfast)\nAFTERNOON – $360 individual  /  $1\,435 foursome (includes post-event networking reception)  SOLD OUT!!\nBoth sessions include lunch\, refreshments on the course\, and ammo\n\nLUNCH ONLY – $65 per person\nPOST-EVENT NETWORKING ONLY – $40 per person \n\nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by October 19 COB\nSold Out Sponsorships — Ammo Bag\, 410 Station Contest \n\nSPONSORS – THANK YOU!                    \n                                              \n\nLOCATION\nOld Forge Sporting Clays\n7945 Long Reach Road\, Providence Forge\, VA 23140 \n\nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note: a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by 5PM on October 19\, 2026. \n\nQUESTIONS?\nKristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/shells26/
LOCATION:Old Forge Sporting Clays\, 7945 Long Reach Road\, Providence Forge\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T160000
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SUMMARY:Blueprint Reading 101 10/27 NV
DESCRIPTION:BLUEPRINT READING 101\nBegins Tuesday\, October 27\, 2026  |  4:00PM – 7:00PM\nEnhance your personal and professional value by enrolling in ABC-VA’s Blueprint Reading 101 for the Construction Industry. This comprehensive course is structured for the beginner and covers all phases of a construction project. Participants will discuss the phases of construction including site\, landscape\, architectural\, structural\, mechanical\, plumbing\, and electrical. \nAll employees in the construction industry can benefit from this course.  Knowing and understanding the blueprint language is a highly marketable skill and will make anyone an invaluable resource to their company. \nSCHEDULE\nEight-Day Program:\nOct 27\nNov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\nDec 1\, 8\, 15\n4:00PM – 7:00PM \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $370\nNon-Member – $540\nIncludes textbooks and blueprints \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Shaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/blueprint-reading-101-10-27-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T080000
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SUMMARY:How to Collaborate in the Pull Planning Process 10/29 CV
DESCRIPTION:How to Collaborate in the Pull Planning Process\nThursday\, October 29\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nBuild Better Schedules. Deliver More Reliable Projects. \nLearn the Collaborative Pull Planning Process — a proven\, hands-on scheduling method used on projects around the world to improve coordination\, accountability\, and project performance. This interactive workshop is designed for project teams who want schedules that are actually used in the field — not just posted on the wall. \nWHAT MAKES THIS WORKSHOP DIFFERENT?\n✅ Hands-On Learning\nNo computers. No complicated software. Participants learn by actively building schedules together using sticky notes and visual planning techniques.\n✅ Real-World Application\nUsed successfully on projects of every size — from major construction programs to small-scale projects.\n✅ Built for the Entire Team\nFrom executive leadership and master planners to superintendents and field foremen\, everyone plays a role in creating and following the plan.\n✅ Better Team Alignment\nForemen and field teams actively participate in developing the schedule\, increasing commitment\, communication\, and reliability. \nWHAT PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN\nParticipants will learn how to integrate:\n• Master Scheduling\n• Phase Pull Planning\n• Look-Ahead Planning\n• Constraint Management\n• Weekly Work Planning\n• PPC (Percent Plan Complete) Tracking\nAll using a highly visual\, collaborative system built on the wall with sticky notes — no computer required. \nBENEFITS OF COLLABORATIVE PULL PLANNING\n✔ More reliable schedules\n✔ Improved team communication\n✔ Better workflow coordination\n✔ Increased accountability\n✔ Reduced delays and rework\n✔ Stronger field engagement\n✔ Greater schedule predictability \nThis workshop is perfect for executives\, project managers\, superintendents and foremen. \nINSTRUCTOR\nTom Patton\, Project Management Services Bureau \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers: $295\nNon-Member: $395\nBreakfast and lunch provided \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. A reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by 5PM on Monday\, October 26\, 2026. \nQUESTIONS?\nKristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/pullplan-oct29/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T130000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Plans & Specs: Blueprint Reading Essentials 10/29 CV
DESCRIPTION:UNDERSTANDING PLANS & SPECS: BLUEPRINT READING ESSENTIALS\nBegins Thursday\, October 29\, 2026  |  1:00PM – 5:00PM\nDesigned specifically for beginners\, this comprehensive\, hands-on course introduces participants to the language of construction blueprints and provides a practical understanding of how drawings communicate every phase of a construction project\, including site\, landscape\, architectural\, structural\, mechanical\, plumbing\, and electrical. \nConstruction documents are increasingly viewed and managed digitally. This course combines the fundamentals of traditional paper blueprints with digital blueprint-reading tools. \nYou’ll see how digital tools are used to:\n• Navigate and organize digital drawings\n• Zoom in and locate critical information\n• Measure and review drawing elements\n• Annotate and mark-up plans\n• Cross-reference information between drawings and details \nWhy Blueprint Reading?\nBlueprint literacy is a highly marketable skill. The ability to understand construction drawings helps employees communicate more effectively\, make informed decisions\, identify important project information\, and become a more valuable resource to their company. Gain the foundational skills to read the drawings\, understand the project\, and contribute with confidence. \nWho Should Attend?\nAll employees in the construction industry can benefit from this course. \nWhether you’re new to construction or looking to strengthen your existing skills\, understanding blueprint language can make you a more confident and valuable member of your team. \nNo previous blueprint-reading experience required. Space is limited to 14 participants – register early to secure your spot! \nINSTRUCTORS\nDianer Sanchez\, Atlantic Constructors\, Inc.\nJT East\, Atlantic Constructors\, Inc. \nCLASS SCHEDULE & LOCATIONS\nOctober 29 — DPR Construction\, 4305 Cox Rd\, Glen Allen VA 23060\nNovember 5 — Marsh McLennan Agency\, 4900 Libbie Mill Blvd East Suite 100\, Richmond\, VA 23230\nNovember 12 — DPR Construction\nNovember 19 — DPR Construction \nCOST \nMembers – $395\nNon-Members – $595 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are always welcome if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice to cancel and receive a refund must be received by 5PM on Monday\, October 26\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/blueprint-oct29/
LOCATION:DPR Construction (Glen Allen)\, 4305 Cox Road\, Glen Allen\, 23060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T163000
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SUMMARY:The GC Perspective Panel & Social Hour 10/29 NV
DESCRIPTION:THE GC PERSPECTIVE PANEL & SOCIAL HOUR AT WESTWOOD COUNTRY CLUB\nThursday\, October 29\, 2026  |  4:30PM – 7:00PM\nJoin us at the beautiful Westwood Country Club for a panel with the largest general contractors in the DMV area. A networking happy hour will follow the panel\, featuring recognition of our newest STEP members and a door prize drawing. \nOur candid conversation will revolve around the trends\, challenges and opportunities shaping today’s construction industry—and what they mean for both GCs and subcontractors. \nNew and prospective members are encouraged to attend this event! We will host a 30-minute pre-mixer for new and prospective members at 4:00PM. Please plan to attend the pre-mixer if registering as a prospective member. \nPANELISTS\nMike Cunningham\, Balfour Beatty\, Vice President Business Acquisition\nJeff Boehm\, Shockey\, President\nKevin Nearpass\, L. F. Jennings\, Chief Operating Officer\nJeff Kruse\, Hoar Construction\, Vice President\nModerated by Patrick Dean\, ABC-VA Special Advisor \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES \nEvent $1\,000 – includes two (2) tickets\, signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials SOLD OUT!!\nBar $1\,000 – includes two (2) tickets\, signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials SOLD OUT!!\nDrawing $500 – includes one (1) ticket\, signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials  SOLD OUT!! \nSPONSORS – THANK YOU           \n           \nLOCATION\nWestwood Country Club\n800 Maple Avenue East\, Vienna\, VA 22180 \nCOST\nABC-VA Member — $95\nProspective Member — $125\nIncludes heavy appetizers and two (2) drinks\n \nProspective Members: please plan to attend the special pre-mixer right before we kick off the panel!\nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made within 48 hours of event. \nQuestions?\nContact Maureen Nanna
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/gcpanel26/
LOCATION:Westwood Country Club\, 800 Maple Avenue East\, Vienna\, VA\, 22180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maureen Nanna":MAILTO:maureen@abcva.org
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