March 15th, 5:00-7:00 pm
Murphy’s Irish Bar (713 King street)

One free drink and wings, while supplies last, for PTOS members only

Please, bring your PTOS membership card.

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The PTOS has a limited number of tickets available for the

Tony Award Winning Musical
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s

“Mary Poppins”

Sunday, July 25th, 7:30PM @ the Kennedy Center Opera House

Tickets are $65 each for PTOS members and one guest
Additional guests are $75 each
Seats are located in the center orchestra section
See Tonia Dollinger for tickets, RND 2D65, x2-4170

-This event is sponsored by the PTOS Social Committee

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WANTED    
Patent and Trademark Office Society 2010 Science Fair Judges for regional science and engineering fairs

Fields for judging include:
* Microbiology
* Biochemistry
* Chemistry
* Physics
* Environmental Sci.
* Earth & Space Sciences
* Health & Medicine
* Computer Science
* Engineering
 
Location/Date/Time

Arlington County Science Fair - Sat., March 6th, 9:30 am-noon
Arlington, VA (Wakefield HS)

Fairfax County Regional Fair - Sat., March 20th, 8:30 am-12:30 pm
Fairfax, VA (Robinson HS)

P.G. Community College Fair -  Sat., March 27th, 8:00 am-noon
Largo, MD (Largo Student Center)

If Interested, Please Contact:
* Michael Zarroli - JEF10A51, x22101
* Edward Kim - RND04B76, x03228
* Cheng-Yuan Tseng - RND10A41, x29772

Anyone qualified in the above areas, including Spouses & Friends, are invited to judge

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April 3, 2010
Saturday, 7:30pm ET

Premium seat tickets - $20*
*Subsidized for PTOS members and guests
 
Contact Michael Araj by March 15th to purchase tickets:

Michael.Araj@uspto.gov
Randolph 6D19

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FREE to all PTOS members only

Madison Auditorium
February 24, 2010 ~ 5:00-8:00

Food and drinks catered by Crystal City Sports Pub

Appetizers
Caesars Palace Salad
Monte Carlo Crudités
Imperial Palace Meatballs
Harrah’s Cheese & Crackers
Four Kings Crab Dip served with Pita Points

Dinner
Aces Wild Top Round Beef served with a side of Au Jus
Jokers Oriental Chicken served with a  side of Fried Rice
Bellagio Primavera
Showboat (Au Gratin) Potatoes
Steamed Stratosphere Medley

Treasure Island Desserts
Vegas chocolate accentuated with assorted fresh fruit to include: Strawberries, Pineapple, Bananas and Cantaloupe accompanied by Marshmallow, Graham Crackers, Angel Food Cake and creamy Cheesecake.

Casino Night with Ante Up Entertainment!!
Texas Hold’em
Blackjack
Roulette
Craps

Bring a canned food donation for casino play, which will be donated to a local food bank.

Please note we are not playing for real money.
But there will be prizes including and not limited to PS3, Nintendo Wii, GPS, and more.
No other time will be granted.

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February 24, 2010
10:00 a.m.
USPTO Auditorium
Madison Building

This year’s speaker is:
Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Deputy Director of the USPTO Sharon Barner

One hour of other time may be charged to:
Patent employees: PNCSPA-0000-090241
Non-Patent Employees: AVEORG-0065-A00151
with supervisor’s approval.

For information on attending remotely, please contact Matthew Troutman.

Sharon Barner, Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Deputy Director of the USPTO

Prior to joining the USPTO, Ms. Barner was a partner with Foley & Lardner LLP, and chair of the firm's Intellectual Property Department and a member of the firm’s Management Committee. Her practice has included a focus on Asian practice, complementing her traditional intellectual property practice. Ms. Barner frequently lectured in both China and Japan and spearheaded her firm’s establishment of offices in Tokyo, Japan and most recently in Shanghai, China.

Ms. Barner is a leading attorney in the field of intellectual property law.  She has represented clients in a broad range of technologies from genetically engineered corn seed, to computer software to satellites. In over 27 years of practice, she has represented the interests of individual inventors, multinational corporations, manufacturers, service companies, municipalities, and universities in IP strategic counseling, litigation, and IP risk management. She has tried numerous cases to verdict including representing Pioneer Hi-Bred International in genetically engineered corn seed litigation, a six-week jury trial involving misappropriation of trade secrets, securing a $2.6 million damage award in Rockwell Graphics v. Dev, Inc.

Over the past ten years, Barner has been featured as a top intellectual property lawyer in The National Law Journal, Black Enterprise Magazine, Diversity and the Bar and IP Law & Business and was recognized in the Illinois Super Lawyers for her intellectual property litigation work.

Ms. Barner received her law degree from the University of Michigan in 1982 and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree, cum laude, from Syracuse University in 1979.

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You are cordially invited to attend a Patent and Trademark Office Society presentation:

An Interactive Seminar:
“Why Bother With Insurance?”

Wednesday February 17, 2010
2:00 p.m.
Jefferson 1st Floor Conf. Room

Bring your questions and hear from an insurance agent who is also a patent examiner.  Here’s an opportunity to learn more about managing all the benefits available to government employees - FEGLI life insurance, long term care insurance, TSP and others.  Get a big picture view on how all these options fit together for your life.

No other time provided.
 
Sponsored by the PTOS Education and Insurance Committees
Please contact Christyann Pulliam or Yara Green or Mark Fearer for further details and visit www.PTOS.org for information on this and other events.

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The PTOS Education Committee is seeking to expand our involvement with the community. As part of that initiative, we have begun a relationship with the Marshall-Brennan Project (MBP). Therefore, we are looking for volunteers with law degrees or current law students with moot court experience to judge for a high school moot court competition.

The 11th Annual "We The Students" National High School Moot Court Competition
Sat. March 27th and/or Sun. March 28th (8AM to 5PM)

MBP is seeking PTOS members who are lawyers (or who have substantial legal training) to judge oral arguments given by high school moot court teams.  This year's legal issue relates to the First Amendment.

On the 27th, volunteer judges are needed at American University Washington College of Law, located at 4801 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20016.
On the 28th, volunteer judges are needed at the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, located at 500 Indiana Avenue, NW., Washington, D.C. 20001.

This is a traditional moot court competition so judges are expected to respectfully and purposefully interrupt students with pertinent questions.

Information about the event including the problem being argued - https://www.wcl.american.edu/org/mootcourt/highschool.cfm

Volunteers should email christyann.pulliam@uspto.gov by COB January 29, 2010. The email should include the dates (March 27 and/or 28) for which you want to volunteer. Please also include your law school and graduation date.

The volunteer list will be passed on to the MBP. And more information will follow from MBP closer to the event.

No other time is provided.

Your signing up to help is a firm commitment on your part, so please be sure that you will be available.

Congratulations to the following newly elected 2010 PTOS Board of Directors. These elected Officers and Members of the PTOS Board of Directors will assume office at the close of old business at the PTOS Annual Meeting on Wednesday, February 24, 2010, at 10AM in the Madison Auditorium. Please try to attend the meeting and help us in welcoming our newly elected officers and representatives.

President - Matthew Bradley

Vice President - Matthew Troutman

Secretary - Aimee Li

Treasurer - Philip Bonzell

Administrator - Jared Rutz

TC 1600 - Suchira Pande, Thane Underdahl

TC 1700/2900 - Robert Hodge, Yogendra Gupta

TC 2100 - Niketa Patel, Jacob Petranek

TC 2400 - James Marandi, Hee Soo (Andrew) Kim

TC 2600 - Tsung-Yin Tsai, Fred Guillermety

TC 2800 - Seahvosh Nikmanesh, John Zimmerman

TC 3600 - Brent Herring, Jeff O'Brien

TC 3700 - Brandon Rosati, Rebecca Eisenberg

BPAI - Fred Silverberg

CFO/CAO/CIO/SIRA - Sheldon Richter

OPLA/OPQA/All Others - Dan DePumpo

At-Large:

Michael Araj
Adam Duda
Tejal Gami
Yara Green
Edward J. Kim
Sanjeev Malhotra
Joshua Schwartz
Pierre Vital

You are cordially invited to attend a Patent and Trademark Office Society brown bag lunchtime presentation:

Roth IRA Conversions and other tax advantaged ways of saving
 
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Randolph 1st floor conference center
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Outlining the tax advantaged ways of saving
And answering these questions:

What are the new rules for Roth IRA conversions?
What other options are available to save for Retirement?
What choices do I have for my College Savings?
How can I just be more tax efficient in my general savings?

Bring your lunch and PTOS will provide light refreshments
 
No Other Time will be provided for this event
Sponsored by the PTOS Insurance Committee
Please contact Mark Fearer for further details and visit www.PTOS.org for information on this and other events

Instructions to view this presentation remotely may be found at http://www.ptos.org/uploads/File/remote_access_011910.doc

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Thurs, Jan. 28, 2010
RND 8th Conf. Rm
12:00pm

What makes Kids’ curiosity spark?

Many children go through school without knowing the pleasure and promise of science & technology.

What if you could inspire tomorrow's greatest minds?

Come learn about science outreach opportunities with
The PTOS Education Committee &
ReSET - Retired Scientists, Engineers & Technicians in the classroom

Questions?
Contact Yara Green

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January 20th, 1:00-3:00
Jefferson Conference Center 1D70.

Covering the following topics:
* Market Conditions for the area
* First time home buyer information
* First time home buyer tax credit
* Home ownership vs. renting
* Most favorable loan products.
(Brought to you by Don Weaver, Hue Pham, and others)

Pizza, Potbelly sandwiches, and beverages provided.

Contact Seahvosh Nikmanesh at 0-1805, Jefferson 7B69, or seahvosh.nikmanesh@uspto.gov

Limited to the First 60 PTOS members to register. Must register in advance.

(No other time is provided)

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Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society
PO BOX 2600, ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA 22202

Assistant Director

In accordance with Article IV, Section 2 of the By Laws and Article VII of the Standing Rules of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society, a vacancy is being announced to all active members of the Society in the position of Assistant Director of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society.
 

QUALIFICATIONS
• Demonstrated skill set to perform the duties as noted below.
• Previous publishing experience is a plus, but not necessary.
• Knowledge of Bluebooking is a plus but not necessary
• Knowledge of basic accounting/bookkeeping is a plus but not necessary
 
DUTIES
• The Assistant Director shall assist the Executive Director, as well as Financial Director, in matters such as membership coordination, data entry, mail retrieval, back issue fulfillment, customer service and documentation of the operating procedures.

SELECTION PROCESS
• All applicants must submit their qualifications statement.
• A personal interview may be conducted by the Executive Director, optionally including the entire Board of Governors.
• This position will be filled by the Executive Director and approved by the Board of Governors.

To Apply, please submit your qualifications statement to:
Fred Guillermety Fred.Guillermety@USPTO.GOV Knox 9A18

DEADLINE: CLOSE OF BUSINESS January 26, 2010

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PTOS Members,
 
The 2010 PTOS Election will begin tomorrow, January 12, at 12:01 AM and will end Thursday, January 14, at 11:59 PM.  You will soon receive an email at your USPTO email address, providing you with a username and password for you to access the e-Vote system.  If you encounter any problems with the e-Vote system, please send an email to evote@ptos.org.
 
Please note that the use of USPTO email for campaign purposes is prohibited.
 
Following is a list of the candidates for each position (asterisk denotes incumbent).  See the 2010 Election web page for brief profiles of some of the candidates, at http://www.ptos.org/committees/election/2010_election.html
 
President

Matthew Bradley

Vice President

Michael Booth
Matthew Troutman

Secretary

Adam Duda
Aimee Li
Jason V. Morgan
Brandon Rosati

Treasurer

Philip Bonzell

Administrator

Jared Rutz*

TC 3700 Representative

Rebecca Eisenberg*
Brandon Rosati

TC 2800 Representative

Seahvosh Nikmanesh

TC 2600 Representative

Fred Guillermety*
Tsung-Yin Tsai*

TC 2400 Represetative

Hee Soo (Andrew) Kim*
James Marandi

TC 2100 Representative

Aimee Li*
Niketa Patel
Jacob Petranek*
 
TC 1700/2900 Representative

Yogendra Gupta*
Robert Hodge*

TC 1600 Representative

Suchira Pande*

BPAI Representative

Fred A. Silverberg*
 
CFO/CAO/CIO/SIRA Representative

Sheldon Richter*

At-Large Representative

Philip Bonzell
Adam Duda*
Tejal Gami
Fred Guillermety
Brent Herring*
Hee Soo (Andrew) Kim
Aimee Li
Seahvosh Nikmanesh
Niketa Patel*
Jacob Petranek
Brandon Rosati*
Matthew Troutman
Tsung-Yin Tsai

Write-in candidates are encouraged to run for the following vacant ballot positions:

TC 1600 Representative (1 position)
TC 2800 Representative (1 position)
TC 3600 Representative (2 positions)
Trademark Representative (2 positions)
Director's Office/OGC/External Affairs Representative (1 position)
OPLA/OPQA/All Others Representative (1 position)

One free drink per PTOS Member - Limited number available.

Free Food while supplies last.

Date: Monday, January 11, 2010
Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Place: Trademark Bar in the Westin Alexandria
(Between the Randolph Building and the Federal Courthouse)
400 Courthouse Square
Alexandria, Virginia 22314

See You There!

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Want to go Skiing?

Where: Snowshoe Mountain, West Virginia

When: March 5-7

What: includes:
2 nights/3days lodging
2 full days of skiing
*Rentals not included

Who: Room for 30 people
*First come, first serve

How:  Cost is $235 per person

*PTOS Sponsored

**Full payment will be required to secure your spot by January 30

Contact:
Michael Araj
RND 6D19
2-5963

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Now Playing
PTOS Discount Movie Tickets

Tickets are available to PTOS Members ONLY from the following Representatives:
  
Jefferson Renee Luebke 10A11 x22009  
Knox Susan McFadden 08C15 x27621  
Madison (E) Sheldon Richter 08D65 x24863
Madison (E) Jeff Look 05B11 x21652
Randolph Andrew Kim 04C69 X03229
Randolph Rebecca Eisenberg 06A10 X05879
Randolph Eric Keasel 10A79 x24929
Randolph Matt Bradley 07D71 x28575
Remsen Robert Hodge 06D35 X22097  
Remsen Suchira Pande 02D24 x29052

------NEW LIMITED ENGAGEMENT------
CineMark Egyptian 24 Theatre Presents:
Super Saver Tickets!!!
Platinum (No Restrictions) - $8.00
Classic (Some Restrictions) - $6.50

Regal Premiere Super Saver Tickets are your best ticket value for Regal Cinemas while CineMark Platinum SuperSaver Tickets are your best ticket value at any CineMark Theatre to include CineMark Egyptian 24.  They are accepted anytime and have no expiration dates.  Upgrade & surcharge fee may apply.
Price: $8.00 (Cash or Check)

AMC Gold tickets and National Prestige tickets are unrestricted passes which may be exchanged at the movie theatre for any movie ticket.  Surcharge or Premium charges may apply.  AMC Gold tickets are for use at AMC Theatres while National Prestige tickets are for use at Showcase, Cinema De Lux, and Multiplex Theatres.
Price: $8.00 (Cash or Check)

Regal VIP Super Saver Tickets, AMC Silver Tickets, and Cinemark Classic SuperSaver Tickets are your best ticket savings with no expiration dates. They are restricted tickets and typically cannot be used during the first 12 days of selected new releases.  Upgrade & surcharge fee may apply.   Regal VIP Super Saver Tickets can be upgraded for admission to the selected new releases for $1.50. 
Price: $6.50 (Cash or Check)

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You are cordially invited to attend a Patent and Trademark Office Society brown bag lunchtime presentation:

Retirement Planning
 
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Remsen 1st floor conference center
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Reinventing Retirement. Five things to know before your retirement

Pre-retirement concerns -- benefits, taxation, the cost of retirement, protection issues, investment in retirement, accessing your money and rollovers, Risk/reward, asset allocation, etc.

Bring your lunch
 
No Other Time will be given for this event.
Sponsored by the PTOS Insurance Committee
Please contact Mark Fearer for further details and
visit www.PTOS.org for information on this and other events

Instructions to view the presentation remotely may be found at http://www.ptos.org/uploads/File/120809_remote_access.doc

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Patent and Trademark Office Society

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

The Patent and Trademark Office Society Election Committee will be accepting nominations for candidates seeking to serve on the BOARD OF DIRECTORS as an officer or a representative.

Nominating petitions will be available and accepted by the Election Committee from November 30 - December 14.

Nominations will be accepted for the following positions:
President
Vice President
Secretary
Administrator
Treasurer
Technology Center Representatives - Two (2) from each TC (1600/2900, 1700, 2100, 2400, 2600, 2800, 3600, 3700) for a total of sixteen (16)
At-large Representatives - 10
CFO/CAO/CIO/SIRA Representative - 1
BPAI Representative - 1
Trademark Representatives - 2
Director’s Office/OGC/External Affairs Representative - 1
OPLA/OPQA/All others not specified - 1

Interested parties should visit the Election Committee section of the P.T.O.S. website (http://www.ptos.org/committees/election.html) to obtain a nominating petition.

Completed nominating petitions must be hand-delivered to one of the locations listed below by 3:00PM on December 14, 2009.
Robert Fuller x2-0419 KNX 2B11
Deborah D. Jones x2-1535 REM 5E71
Tonia Dollinger x2-4170 RND 2D65

Voting will take place from January 12-14, 2010. Prior to the start of elections, ballots will be posted on the P.T.O.S. website, or you may obtain a ballot from one of the contacts listed above.

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P.T.O.S. HOLIDAY HAPPY HOUR AT GORDON BIERSCH

December 1, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

900 F St NW Washington, DC 20004

One Block from Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro

Limited Amount of Free drinks and appetizers for PTOS members

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The PTOS Wants You…

To entertain thoughts of saving over $10,000 in 2010 by purchasing the 2010 Entertainment Coupon Book from us.

Coupon Book Only For $30 OR Coupon Book + 2 Silver movie tickets ($38) or 2 Gold tickets ($40)

To purchase an Entertainment Book or the bundle, please contact one of the following agents:

* Matthew S. Smith - JEF-5D85, x21907
* Susan McFadden - Knox-8C15, x27621

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Patent and Trademark Office Society

INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING FAIR JUDGES WANTED!!

INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR
San Jose, California
MAY 9-14, 2010

Each year, the PTOS provides judges for this event as a public relations gesture, to promote knowledge of patents, and encourage innovation and scientific progress by today’s youth.

Detailed information and an application form to be a JUDGE at this year’s INTEL INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR is posted for PTOS members at http://www.ptos.org/committees/science_fair/international.html.  Additional forms are available from:

ALAN CHEN - RND 2A89 (mailbox) - 571-272-4143
JULIE ANNE WATKO - KNX 8A75 - 571-272-7597

Applications to be an INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE FAIR JUDGE must be turned in to ALAN CHEN or JULIE ANNE WATKO by:
NOON ON JANUARY 15, 2010

The categories for which judges will be selected are:
CHEMISTRY, BIOCHEMISTRY, MICROBIOLOGY, PHYSICS, ENGINEERING, COMPUTER SCIENCE, ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, MEDICINE & HEALTH, AND EARTH & SPACE SCIENCES

The judging team selected will represent the PTOS for 2-3 days in San Jose.  The judges will choose one Grand Award winner, seven First Place award winners, and eight Second Runner-Up award winners from over 1500 finalist entries originating from over 40 nations worldwide.

Dedicated to the improvement and appreciation of the United States Patent & Trademark Systems

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Call For Nominations for the Pasquale J. Federico Memorial Award

The Patent and Trademark Office Society [SOCIETY] hereby requests nominations for the 2009 Pasquale J. Federico Memorial Award.

In 1993, the SOCIETY established the Pasquale J. Federico Memorial Award. The Federico Award is intended to recognize outstanding contributions to the Patent and Trademark Systems of the United States of America. It may be given to an individual, a group of individuals, a corporation or an institution.  Awards to individuals may be made posthumously. No more than one award may be given in each year. The selection process is handled by a special committee of the SOCIETY.  Anyone may make a nomination.

Nominations need not be in any special format. It would be very helpful if the nomination papers themselves presented enough information so that the selection committee can judge the worthiness of the nominee.  Nomination letters and any other correspondence will become the property of the SOCIETY and will not be returned.  Any nominee not selected for the current Award may be retained on the nomination list for further consideration.

Please address all nominations and correspondence concerning this Award to FedericoAward@PTOS.org

In order to be considered for the 2009 award, any nomination must be emailed no later than November 18, 2009.

The first Federico Award was presented to the late Giles S. Rich, who had served on the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and its predecessor court, the Court of Customs and Patent Appeals for over four decades. Honorees from other years include Donald Banner, Charles E. Van Horn, Pauline Newman, C. Marshall Dann, Herbert Wamsley, Helen Wilson Nies, Mike Kirk, Tom Arnold, Howard T. Markey, Rene D. Tegtmeyer, and Isaac Fleischmann.

The award is named in honor of Pasquale J. (Pat) Federico who was an institution within the Patent and Trademark Office.  Pat entered then Patent Office in 1923 as a junior examiner in Division 43.  By 1935, he was the Assistant Chief of his division and he became the Division  Chief in 1940.  He was appointed to the Board of Appeals in 1947 and remained there until his retirement from the Office in 1977.  Pat Federico was a prolific author of articles dealing with intellectual property.  Perhaps his greatest achievement was writing the first draft of the 1952 Patent Act.  He was also, according to Giles Rich, the man most responsible for getting the 1952 Patent Act through Congress and enacted into law.

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PTOS Dinner Dance
November 21st, 2009, 7pm-11pm
The Carlyle Club

Cocktail & Hors’ D’Oeuvre Reception

Meal featuring:
~ Appetizer ~
Carlyle Salad & Lobster Bisque
~ Sorbet Intermezzo ~
~ Entrée (your choice of one) ~
Filet Mignon
Grilled Lamb Chops
Ricotta Gnocchi (Vegetarian)
~ Dessert ~
Fresh Berries & Cream

~ Open Bar Served for the duration of the event ~

Live Music & Dancing

$65 per couple ($32.50 per person)
Limited number of seats available - Purchase by Nov. 10th!

Ticket Sellers:
* Lore Ramillano, REM 6D51
* Jacob Petranek, RND 2D31
* Brent Herring, KNX 2A58
* John Zimmermann, JEF 9C11
* Sheldon Richter, MDE 8D65

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PTOS Happy Hour

Where:
La Tasca
Spanish Tapas Bar & Restaurant
607 King Street
Old Town Alexandria

When: Tuesday, October 27, 2009, from 5-7pm

Why: To enjoy time with your colleagues outside the office

Who: You and all the other PTOS members

What: Spanish Tapas will be served at no cost to you*
*While supplies last

AND

A free drink for the first 150 members of the society to arrive

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Alexandria Graveyard & Ghost Tour

When:  Wednesday, October 28th, at 7:30 pm
Where: Tour Starts at Ramsay House Visitors Center (221 King Street)
Cost: $5/person

Contact Brent Herring, brent.herring@uspto.gov for reservations/information.

Signup Deadline: October 23rd

Organized by PTOS

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You are cordially invited to attend a Patent and Trademark Office Society brown bag lunchtime presentation:

Financial Planning
 
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Remsen 1st floor conference center
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

* Navigating Through Today’s Financial Markets
* Did last year’s market drop stop you clear in your investing tracks?
* Do you know that you need to save and invest, but just don’t know how?
* This financial seminar will help you feel a bit more comfortable about investing in tumultuous times.
* Learn tried and true investment strategies that stand the test of time and how our recent market movements really look within the big picture.

Bring your lunch and PTOS will provide light refreshments
 
No Other Time will be given for this event.
Sponsored by the PTOS Insurance Committee
Please contact Mark Fearer for further details and visit www.PTOS.org for information on this and other events

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Remote Access Instructions

PTOS Happy New (Fiscal) Year Happy Hour

Come ring in the new year!

Thursday, Oct. 8, 5-8 PM
Madison Auditorium

Please bring your PTOS membership card for easy admittance.

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You are cordially invited to attend:
Patent and Trademark Office Society’s Law School Tours

**Update - All Tours Are Currently Full**

American University
Guided tour and information session.
Friday, October 2, 2009
Time: 12:30 p.m., Randolph Lobby

Catholic University
Guided tour and class sit in.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Time: 12:45 p.m., Randolph Lobby

George Mason University
Guided tour
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Time: 12:45 p.m., Randolph Lobby

Howard University
Guided tour and information session.
Friday, October 16, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m., Randolph Lobby

George Washington University
Guided tour and class sit in.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Time: 12:45 p.m., Randolph Lobby

Georgetown University
Guided tour and class sit in.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Time: 12:45 p.m., Randolph Lobby

RSVP Required.  Space is limited.
Transportation will be the Metro.
Email: christyann.pulliam@uspto.gov

Please contact Christyann Pulliam or Yara Green if you have questions.   No other time is provided.

Sponsored by the PTOS Education Committee.
www.ptos.org

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DC United vs Seattle Sounders FC

September 12, 2009
7:30pm ET

Premium seat tickets - $20*
*Subsidized for PTOS members and guests
 
Contact Michael Araj by September 1st to purchase tickets:
Michael.Araj@uspto.gov

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PTOS August Happy Hour at Pizzeria Venti
Monday, August 24th, 4-7pm

301 John Carlyle Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

Take a break from the August heat with a great happy hour selection of drinks and appetizers!

Limited free drinks and appetizers will be given only to members of PTOS while supplies last.  Please bring your PTOS membership card.

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The PTOS has a limited number of tickets available for the 2006 Tony Award Winner for Best Musical “Jersey Boys, The Story of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons”

Friday, December 4th, 8PM @ the National Theater in Washington D.C.

Tickets just $35 each for PTOS members and guests.
Seats are located in the Rear balcony, rows E and F.
See Tonia Dollinger for tickets, RND 2D65, x2-4170.

- This event is sponsored by the PTOS Social Committee -

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You are cordially invited to attend a Patent and Trademark Office Society presentation:

A Seminar on “Managing Student Loans"

Wednesday, August 12, 2009
1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Madison North Auditorium

Here's your opportunity to ask questions and get answers related to the process of Managing Student Loans.  Featuring representatives from loan companies such as AccessGroup, Sallie Mae, and Ameriprise.

Sponsored in partnership by the PTOS Education Committee and the USPTO APANET.
Please contact Christyann Pulliam or Yara Green or Tammy Pham for further details and visit www.PTOS.org and www.usptoapanet.org for information on this and other events.  No other time will be given for this event.

CONFERENCE ROOM WEBCAST ACCESS INSTRUCTIONS

Madison North Auditorium Conference Room

• On your desktop, click the Nortel Networks PC Client icon.  This opens the Nortel Multimedia PC Client window.

• To enter the conference from the Nortel Multimedia PC Client, dial: 24400 
To dial the above number, you may enter it from your keyboard or select the numbers from the Key Pad on the screen using your mouse.  Click the Call button.
* If you are calling from an outside number, you will need to dial the full 10-digit number and include the area code and exchange, i.e. 571-272-4400
        
• Follow the instructions of the operator and enter the access code 571-272-7233 when prompted

• The meetme1/Video Conversation window will appear. Participants should select the Share Tab from this window.
 
• Click the Open option in the window

• Chat room name is MadNorth; you can ask questions through the chat room.

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Free Ice Cream for PTOS Members!

Tuesday, August 18th 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Ice Cream carts located outside:
 - Between Knox and Randolph Buildings
 - Between Jefferson and Remsen Buildings
 - In front of the Madison Atrium
(In the event of rain, carts will be located in the Madison Atrium)

*Limit one per member, while supplies last
*Please bring your PTOS membership card

For anyone interested in joining PTOS, membership forms will be available at Ice Cream carts or can be downloaded and filled out in advance at www.ptos.org

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Space Still Available
Last Chance to Sign-up!

Deadline: August 10th!!
Open to All USPTO Employees and Guests

PTOS: 7-Day Eastern Caribbean Cruise
November 7th-14th, 2009
Carnival Cruise Line
Ship - Carnival Glory
Port of call is Port Canaveral (Orlando)
Stops at Nassau, Bahamas; St. Thomas, USVI; and St. Maarten, NA

Inside Cabin
$870 per person, based on double occupancy (2 to a room). 

Ocean View Cabin
$1,010 per person, based on double occupancy (2 to a room). 

Balcony Cabin
$1,220 per person, based on double occupancy (2 to a room).

All Trips Include: Round-trip air from Washington DC (DCA) to Orlando, FL (MCO), bus transportation from Orlando to Port Canaveral, 7 nights on the ship, all food (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), drinks with meals (non-alcoholic).

Cost shown for each cabin does not include gov’t fees & taxes and mandatory gratuity associated with the cruise ($129).

Contact Phil Bonzell x03663 or Matt Troutman x03654

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Why not jump out of a perfectly good plane?

What: Tandem Skydiving
When: Friday, September 4th (departing from the PTO at 8 AM, carpool and caravan)
Where: West Point Skydiving (West Point, VA - 2 hrs south)
How Much: $50 deposit (due 8/6), $209/person total*

*Deposit is non-refundable.  If the weather is uncooperative, we will reschedule for a future date.  Video costs extra.  Make deposit checks out to Brent Herring.
  
Contact: Brent Herring; ext 0-3661, KNX 2A58, to sign up now or for more information.

Must sign up by Thurs., Aug. 6th
ONLY 30 SPACES AVAILABLE

PTOS is not responsible for any injury sustained due to participation.

Signed waivers of liability with PTOS and West Point Skydiving must be completed prior to participation.

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Summer PTOS Happy Hour

Where: San Antonio Bar & Grill - 200 Swamp Fox Rd, Alexandria, VA 22314
When: Wednesday, July 22, 2009, from 4-8pm
Why: To take a well deserved mid-quarter break
Who: You and all the other PTOS members
What: Half Price Appetizers (excluding seafood) plus free chips and salsa!

AND

A free Drink for the first 200 members of the society

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PTOS presents Nationals baseball

Nationals vs. St. Louis Cardinals
July 23, 2009 | 7:05 PM
@ Nationals Park

Tickets just $15 for PTOS members and guests
Hot Dog, Chips, and Drink* included
Seats located in Right Field Reserve, Section 140
See Robert Hodge for tickets, REM 6D35, x2-2097

Limited tickets available.
*Coca-Cola products, such as Coke, Diet Coke, Dasani water, etc.
See http://washington.nationals.mlb.com/was/ticketing/seats_3d.jsp for additional seating information.

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Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society
PO BOX 2600  ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA  22202

Financial Director

By requirement of Article VII, Section 2(i) of the Society Constitution, Article III, Sections 4 and 5 of the By Laws and Article VII of the Standing Rules of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society, a vacancy is being announced to all active members of the Society in the position of Financial Director of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society.

QUALIFICATIONS
• The Financial Director must be an active member of the Society.
• Demonstrated skill set to perform the duties as noted below.
• Two years managerial experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• Business degree preferred.

DUTIES
• The Financial Director shall be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the Journal, handling the books, paying the bills, collecting and forwarding all monies to and from the Treasurer including the monthly appropriation.  The Financial Director acts as a liaison with the payroll company, prepares an annual budget for the Board of Governors and presents the Journal Budget to the Society Board.  The Financial Director is also responsible for supervision of the subscription staff, research to improve existing contracts and equipment, and knowledge of the standing rules and by-laws of the Journal.  The Financial Director shall serve as a member of the Board of Governors but shall not have a vote on any measure affecting his or her compensation except for the Journal annual budget; shall serve as a member of the Society Budget and Finance Committee; shall provide monthly reports as set forth in the Standing Rules; and shall perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Board of Governors.

SELECTION PROCESS
• All applicants must submit their qualifications statement.
• A personal interview conducted by the Board of Governors may be required.
• This position will be filled by majority vote of the Board of Governors with the advice and consent of the Board of Directors of the Society.

To Apply, please submit your aualifications statement to:
Fred Guillermety Fred.Guillermety@uspto.gov Knox 9A18 (571) 270-5081

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Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society
PO BOX 2600•ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA  22202

Executive Director

By requirement of Article VII, Section 2(i) of the Society Constitution, Article III, Sections 4 and 5 of the By Laws and Article VII of the Standing Rules of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society, a vacancy is being announced to all active members of the Society in the position of Executive Director of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society.

QUALIFICATIONS
•  The Executive Director must be an active member of the Society.

DUTIES
•  The Executive Director shall be responsible for promoting the business , advertising the Journal in other publications and at various venues, promoting advertising in the Journal, increasing Journal circulation, improving the quality of the Journal, putting the Journal out timely, supervision of the editorial and advertising staff, knowledge of the standing rules and by-laws of the Journal; shall serve as a member of the Board of Governors but shall not have a vote on any measure affecting his or her compensation except for the Journal annual budget; shall provide monthly reports as set forth in the Standing Rules; and shall perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Board of Governors.

SELECTION PROCESS
•  All applicants must submit their qualifications in writing.
•  A personal interview conducted by the Board of Governors may be required.
•  This position will be filled by majority vote of the Board of Governors with the advice and consent of the Board of Directors of the Society.

TO APPLY, TURN IN YOUR WRITTEN QUALIFICATIONS STATEMENT TO:
Fred Guillermety  Fred.Guillermety@uspto.gov  KNOX 9A18 (571) 270-5081

DEADLINE:   CLOSE OF BUSINESS July 24, 2009

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Discover SCUBA Diving

Get your friends together and see what SCUBA diving is all about!

Brought to you by PTOS and Patriot Scuba

What: An introductory SCUBA lesson
When: choose from Tuesday, August 4th or Tuesday August 18th; 6:00PM
Where: Chinquapin Rec. Center (only 2 miles from PTO)
How Much: $30-35 per person depending upon number attending

Contact: Colleen Quinn; ext. 2-6289, KNX 2-C79 to sign up now or for more information.

Must sign up by July 30th

SCUBA instruction by Patriot Scuba www.patriotscuba.com

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Time to Scramble...to register!

It’s the PTOS 2009 Summer Golf Scramble!

Shenandoah Valley Golf Club

Thursday, July 9th
9:00 a.m. Shotgun Start

$75/player* Tournament Fee:
- Unlimited golf
- Cart for tournament
- Florida Scramble format
- Golfer’s banquet
- Team & individual prizes
- PTOS gift

To register:
Visit the golf registration table outside of the Roundhouse Café, Madison concourse level, on 6/23/09 - 6/25/09, from 11:00-1:00 EACH DAY.
Or, contact: Brandon Rosati at 571-270-3536 Brandon.rosati@uspto.gov; Matthew Troutman at 571-270-3654, matthew.troutman@uspto.gov

*Registration of full 4-person teams; and payment in full is requested.

Sponsored by the PTOS Social Committee.

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Back by popular demand…

PTOS Wine Tasting

* June 26th (first Friday) meet at Dunn-Loring metro 10:00am. Bus will return at 5:30 pm.
* We’ll be visiting Fabbioli, Tarara and Hillsborough Vineyards.
* $40/person, includes bus, water and a few snacks and tasting fees for two vineyards. PTOS is paying the other tasting fee!
* Contact Seahvosh Nikmanesh at 0-1805, Jefferson 7B69
* First 36 PTOS members to pay will go. Must pay in advance.  Must be a PTOS member.

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at Delia’s Mediterranean Grill & Brick Oven Pizza
209 Swamp Fox Road
Alexandria VA 22314
Right next to the Hoffman Center AMC theatres

Celebrate the end of the quarter!

Limited FREE drinks and snacks for PTOS members only while supplies last.
Provided by the PTOS.

Tuesday, June 23rd, 4-7 PM

Please bring your PTOS membership card.

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Now Playing:

PTOS Discount Movie Tickets

Tickets are available to PTOS Members ONLY from the following Representatives:

Jefferson - Renee Luebke (10A11, x22009)
Knox - Susan McFadden (08C15, x27621)
Madison (E) - Sheldon Richter (08D65, x24863)
Madison (E) - Jeff Look (05B11, x21652)
Randolph - Rebecca Eisenberg (06A10, x05879)
Randolph - Eric Keasel (10A79, x24929)
Randolph - Matt Bradley (02B79, x28575)
Remsen - Robert Hodge (06D35, x22097)
Remsen - Suchira Pande (02D24, x29052)

Regal Premiere Super Saver Tickets are your best ticket value for Regal Cinemas.  They are accepted anytime and have no expiration dates.  Upgrade & surcharge fee may apply.  Price: $8.00 (Cash or Check)

AMC Gold tickets are unrestricted passes which may be exchanged at an AMC movie theatre for any movie ticket (no restrictions apply); AMC Gold tickets enables the holder to see movies on the day they are released provided the movie did not sell out on the day/time that the holder is going to see the movie.  Price: $8.00 (Cash or Check)

Regal VIP Super Saver Tickets, AMC Silver Tickets, and National Prestige Movie Tickets  are your best ticket savings with no expiration dates. They are restricted tickets and typically cannot be used during the first 12 days of selected new releases.  Upgrade & surcharge fee may apply.   Regal VIP Super Saver Tickets can be upgraded for admission to the selected new releases for $1.50.  Price: $6.50 (Cash or Check)

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Friday August 7, 2009
leaving PTO* @8am, returning by midnight

All seats $35
Includes Bonus $25 in cash and Free Lunch Buffet ($24 value) at Taj Mahal for those 21 and older**

* with alternate pick-up/drop-off in MD, take exit 27 off 95N, follow to commuter lot
** The PTO Worklife Team does not subsidize the cost of this event.

Please see one of the people listed below by July 1st to reserve your seat on the bus.

Cash and checks made payable to Saleh Najjar are accepted.

Patent Training Academy (Vu Le)
TC1600 (Joe Woitach)
TC1700 (Stanley Silverman/Kathryn Gorgos)
TC2100 (Mano Padmanabhan/Alford Kindred)
TC2400 (Tonia Dollinger/Kim Vu)
TC2600 (Michelle Lay)
TC2800 (Matthew Smith)
TC2900 (Chase Nelson)
TC3600 (Katherine Mitchell)
TC3700 (Gene Kim/Boyer Ashley)
OHR (Viviana Bernstein)
PTOS (Matthew Troutman/Tonia Dollinger)
SPECO (David Vincent)
SIRA (Jeannine Mines)

Please email PTO Worklife Team for questions or comments.

-No othertime is authorized for this event-

This is for informational purposes only and does not imply an endorsement of any related business.  The USPTO makes no guarantees as to the nature of any products or services offered.

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Patent and Trademark Office Society
May 18, 2009

Notice of Vacancy
JPTOS Board of Governors

As of June 30, 2009, there will be a VACANCY on the Board of Governors of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society.

The vacancy is for a full three (3) year term as Governor.

The position requires attendance (in-person or via teleconference) at monthly meetings to direct matters of business of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society, including publishing, advertising, staffing and editorial content.

All those interested in applying for this position should obtain a nominating sheet from one of the officers listed below or from the PTOS web site (http://www.ptos.org).

Nominations, including qualification statements, will be accepted by the officers below until NOON on Monday, June 1, 2009.

Kristina Fulton, President
Hoteling, 2-7376

Elizabeth Dougherty, Governor
MDW-10D69, 2-7733

Jared Rutz, Administrator
Hoteling, 2-5535

Alexander Kosowski, Treasurer
RND-5D21, 2-3744

Matthew Bradley, Vice President
RND-2B79, 2-8575

Fred Guillermety, Governor
KNX-9A18, 0-5081

Matthew Troutman, Secretary
KNX-2A14, 0-3654

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PTOS HAPPY HOUR @ The Light Horse
Tuesday, May 12, 4-7 PM

One free drink per PTOS member (limited number available).
Free food while supplies last.

The Light Horse is located at 715 King Street, next to Murphy’s in Old Town.

www.thelighthorserestaurant.com

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-PTOS Annual Picnic-
-May 17, 2009-

LIMITED TO THE FIRST 8 TEAMS  TO REGISTER

* Tournament begins at 1:30 PM at Ft. Hunt Park, Championship to begin ~ 4:00 PM
* Double-elimination Tournament; Teams seeded in order Registrations are received
* Entry fee is covered by Picnic Admission; Team Members need not be PTOS Members, but they MUST have paid Admission
* Court, Ball, Prizes (1st and 2nd place), Food, and DRINKS  provided by PTOS

TEAMS ARE LIMITED TO 10 PLAYERS AND MUST HAVE AT LEAST 5

EACH TEAM MUST HAVE AT LEAST 1 WOMAN ON COURT AT ALL TIMES

Registration forms must be returned no later than COB Thursday, May 14 to Victoria Campbell, RND 7D58; x05035

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Registration Form

Fun for kids, adults, singles, & families!

When: Sunday, May 17th, 12:00-6:00 (Food served 12:00-3:30)
Where: Fort Hunt Park, VA

Food, drinks, pony & train rides, rock wall, moon bounce, DJ, volleyball tourney and much more!

Tickets on sale now until COB, May, 14th!! $4/PTOS members, $6/guests, $4/children ages 2-12 of members. People eligible for membership in the PTOS are NOT eligible to come as guests.

For tickets contact:
* Liz Dougherty, MDE 10C85
* Michael Araj, RND 6D19
* Jeff O’Brien, KNX 2A44
* Brent Herring, KNX 2A58
* Robert Hodge, REM 6D35
* Seahvosh Nikmanesh, JEF 7B69

For questions, directions, or more information, contact David Reese at x27082 or Nicole Coy at x25405

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Time to clean out your closets and give to local charities!!!

When: Tuesday, April 21st from 9am until 2pm
Where: Outside the south entrance of the Madison Building, along Eisenhower Avenue (for multiple items, please drive up and volunteers will help you unload your vehicle)

Donations of goods for:
The Salvation Army @ www.salvationarmyusa.org
Animal Welfare League of Alexandria @ www.alexandriaanimals.org
Arlington Food Assistance Center @ www.afacinfo.org
Dress for Success @ www.dressforsuccess.org and/or
We are also accepting books, VHS tapes, and DVDs for the used book sale held in November.

Representatives from these local charities will be on hand to accept your donations and supply receipts (except for Dress for Success, who will do on-line receipts) .

For information about the types of goods accepted, visit the charities’ websites above.

This event is co-sponsored by the PTO Worklife Committee and the PTOS.

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One free drink per PTOS Member - Limited number available.

Free Food while supplies last.

Date: Monday - April 6, 2009
Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Place: Trademark Bar in the Westin Alexandria
(Between the Randolph Building and the Federal Courthouse)
400 Courthouse Square
Alexandria, Virginia 22314

See you there!

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FREE NOODLES!
March 11, 2009, 10:30am-8pm
One voucher per PTOS member
Dine-in or Carry-out

At Noodles & Company
3105 Duke Street
www.noodles.com

Please stop by the 1st floor conference room lobby area in the Jefferson, Knox, Randolph or Remsen buildings or the Madison concourse (tables by the Innovative Grounds coffee bar) between 1-2 pm Monday or Tuesday March 9th and 10th to pick up your free noodles voucher. Members must show their PTOS membership card to receive a voucher.

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WANTED - Patent and Trademark Office Society 2009 Science Fair Judges for regional science and engineering fairs.

Fields for judging include:
* Microbiology
* Biochemistry
* Chemistry
* Physics
* Environmental Sci.
* Earth & Space Sciences
* Health & Medicine
* Computer Science
* Engineering

Location/Date/Time
Arlington County Science Fair, Sat., March 7th, 9:30 am-noon
Arlington, VA (Wakefield HS)

Fairfax County Regional Fair, Sat., March 28th, 8:30 am-12:30 pm
Fairfax, VA (Robinson HS)

P.G. Community College Fair, Sat., March 28th, 8:00 am-noon
Largo, MD (Largo Student Center)

If Interested, Please Contact:
* Colleen Matthews (JEF7A49, x21667)
* Angela Widhalm (RND4E78, x21035)
* Gary Harris (REM6A69, x26508)

Anyone qualified in the above areas, including Spouses & Friends, are invited to judge.

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Washington Capitals vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009 @ 7:00pm

PTOS Tickets are $30 in Sections 432 and 433
Guests welcome, but only PTOS members may purchase tickets
Contact Gilbert Lee at gilbert.lee@uspto.gov or ext. 25894

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PTOS MEMBERS NIGHT
2/18/09, 5-8 PM, Madison Auditorium

It’s Mardi Gras!

You’re invited to the Carnival, featuring a Louisiana-style dinner, free drinks, games, and door prizes.

PTOS Membership required
Non-members can sign up at the door

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Patent and Trademark Office Society Annual Meeting

When: February 18, 2009, 10:00 a.m.
Where: USPTO Auditorium, Madison Building

This year’s speaker is:

The Honorable Richard Linn
- Circuit Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
- Patent Examiner, 1965-1968

One hour of other time may be charged to:
Patent employees: PNCSPA-0000-090241
Non-Patent employees: AVEORG-0065-A00151
with supervisor’s approval.

RICHARD LINN, Circuit Judge

RICHARD LINN was appointed to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit by President William J. Clinton in 1999. Prior to his appointment, Judge Linn was a Partner and Practice Group Leader at the Washington, DC law firm of Foley and Lardner from 1997 to 1999. He was a Partner and head of the intellectual property department at Marks and Murase, L.L.P. from 1977 to 1997. Judge Linn served as Patent Advisor, United States Naval Air Systems Command from 1971 to 1972, was a Patent Agent at the United States Naval Research Laboratory from 1968 to 1969, and served as a Patent Examiner at the United States Patent Office from 1965 to 1968. He was a member of the founding Board of Governors of the Virginia Bar Section on Patent, Trademark, and Copyright Law and served as Chairman in 1975. Judge Linn was a recipient in 2000 of the Rensselaer Alumni Association Fellows Award. He served as an Adjunct Professor and Professional Lecturer in Law at George Washington University Law School from 2001 to 2004. Judge Linn is a past president of the Giles Sutherland Rich Inn of Court and an honorary member of
the Richard Linn American Inn of Court. He received a B.E.E. from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1965, and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 1969.

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President
Krissy (Gluchowski) Fulton

Vice President
Matthew Bradley

Secretary
Matthew Troutman

Treasurer
Alex Kosowski

Administrator
Jared Rutz

TC 3700 Representative
Michael Araj
Rebecca Eisenberg

TC 3600 Representative
Philip Bonzell 
Gilbert Lee  

TC 2800 Representative
Yara Green
John Zimmermann

TC 2600 Representative
Fred Guillermety
Yin Tsai

TC 2400 Representative
Edward J. Kim 
Hee Soo (Andrew) Kim

TC 2100 Representative
Aimee Li
Jacob Petranek

TC 1700/2900 Representative
Yogendra Gupta
Robert Hodge

TC 1600 Representative
Lisa Cook
Suchira Pande

Trademarks
Debra Lee
Jeff Look

BPAI Representative
Fred A. Silverberg  

CFO/CAO/CIO/SIRA Representative
Sheldon Richter 

OPLA/OPQA/All others not specified
Dan DePumpo

Director’s Office/OGC/External Affairs
James Silbermann

At-Large Representative
Adam Duda
Mark Fearer
Elana Fisher
Nigel Fontenot
Brent Herring
Jonathon Liu
Mai Nguyen
Niketa Patel
Brandon Rosati
Pierre Vital

Want to go Skiing?

Where:  Snowshoe Mountain, West Virginia
When:  February 20-22
What: Includes: 2 nights/3 days lodging & 2 full days of skiing (*Rentals not included)
Who: Room for 28 people (*First come, first serve)
How: Cost is $260 per person

*PTOS Sponsored

**Full payment will be required to secure your spot by January 16th.

Contact: Michael Araj (RND 6D20, 2-5963)

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Meet the candidates running for the PTOS board positions

When: Tuesday, January 6th, at 10:00 a.m.
Where: Madison Lower Atrium along Glass Wall

*FREE doughnuts and coffee while supplies last
* (bring your PTOS membership card)

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Tickets are available to PTOS Members ONLY from the following Representatives:

Jefferson: Renee Luebke (10A15, x22009)
Knox: Susan McFadden (08C15, x27621)
Madison (E): Sheldon Richter (08D65, x24863)
Randolph: Eric Keasel (10A79, x24929)
Randolph: Matt Bradley (02B79, x28575)
Remsen: Suchira Pande (02D24, x29052)

------NEW LIMITED ENGAGEMENT------

AMC Movie Night Packages

* The Deal: Two (2) AMC GOLD Tickets, One (1) Small Popcorn [Upgradeable], One (1) Small Drink [Upgradeable]: $21; or
* The REEL Deal: Two (2) AMC SILVER Tickets, One (1) Small Popcorn [Upgradeable], One (1) Small Drink [Upgradeable]: $18

Regal Premiere Super Saver Tickets are your best ticket value for Regal Cinemas.  They are accepted anytime and have no expiration dates.  Upgrade & surcharge fee may apply.  Price: $7.50 (Cash or Check)

AMC Gold tickets are unrestricted passes which may be exchanged at an AMC movie theatre for any movie ticket (no restrictions apply); AMC Gold tickets enables the holder to see movies on the day they are released provided the movie did not sell out on the day/time that the holder is going to see the movie.  Price: $7.50 (Cash or Check)

Regal VIP Super Saver Tickets, AMC Silver Tickets, and National Prestige Movie Tickets  are your best ticket savings with no expiration dates. They are restricted tickets and typically cannot be used during the first 12 days of selected new releases.  Upgrade & surcharge fee may apply.   Regal VIP Super Saver Tickets can be upgraded for admission to the selected new releases for $1.50.  Price: $6.50 (Cash or Check)

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JPTOS JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
FINANCIAL DIRECTOR
(Four Year Term)
By requirement of Article VII, Section 2(i) of the Society Constitution, Article III, Sections 4 and 5 of the By Laws and Article VII of the Standing Rules of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society, a vacancy is being announced to all active members of the Society in the position of Executive Director of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society.

QUALIFICATIONS:
* The Financial Director must be an active member of the Society.
* Demonstrated skill set to perform the duties as noted below.
* Two years managerial experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Business degree preferred.

DUTIES:
* The Financial Director shall be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the Journal, handling the books, paying the bills, collecting and forwarding all monies to and from the Treasurer including the monthly appropriation.  The Financial Director acts as a liaison with the payroll company, prepares an annual budget for the Board of Governors and presents the Journal Budget to the Society Board.  The Financial Director is also responsible for supervision of the subscription staff, research to improve existing contracts and equipment, and knowledge of the standing rules and by-laws of the Journal.  The Financial Director shall serve as a member of the Board of Governors but shall not have a vote on any measure affecting his or her compensation except for the Journal annual budget; shall serve as a member of the Society Budget and Finance Committee; shall provide monthly reports as set forth in the Standing Rules; and shall perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Board of Governors.
* This is a paid position serving the Board of Governors of the JPTOS for a 4 year term (mandated by the PTOS Constitution), which commences on the date of assumption of the position; a full job description is available upon request.

SELECTION PROCESS:
* All applicants must submit their qualifications statement.
* A personal interview conducted by the Board of Governors may be required.
* Position will be filled by majority vote of the Board of Governors with the advice and consent of the Board of Directors of the Society.


ASSISTANT EDITOR

QUALIFICATIONS:
* Demonstrated skill set to perform the duties as noted below.
* Two years editorial experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Law degree or equivalent experience in IP publications preferred.

DUTIES:
* The Assistant Editor shall assist the Editor in their duties and responsibilities, such as soliciting material for publication, communicating with authors, determining what is published each month and laying out a rough copy, proofreading and editing submissions as necessary including adding footnotes and/or endnotes, writing information for covers, editor’s page, and table of contents, managing the article inventory database, and collaborating with the printer, ad manager, Executive Director, Financial Director, and Board of Governors.
* This is a paid position serving the Board of Governors and reporting directly to the Editor; a full job description is available upon request.

SELECTION PROCESS:
* All applicants must submit their qualifications statement.
* A personal interview may be conducted by the Editor, optionally including the entire Board of Governors.
* This position will be filled by the Editor and approved by the Board of Governors.


MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR

QUALIFICATIONS:
* Demonstrated skill set to perform the duties as noted below.
* Experience with computer internet, e-mail, database manipulation, and basic computer software.
* Experience in a customer service-related work.
* Experience in working with accounts, subscriptions, repeated receipt of money, or equivalent.

DUTIES:
* The Membership Coordinator shall assist the Executive Director by processing membership subscriptions, maintaining the membership database, processing renewal letters, invoices, correction letters, and credit card payments, providing customer service via answering e-mails and telephone calls, mailing lost or additional copies, purchasing and maintaining proper office supplies, and providing occasional JPTOS website assistance.
* This is a paid position serving the Board of Governors and reporting directly to the Executive Director; a full job description is available upon request.

SELECTION PROCESS:
* All applicants must submit their qualifications statement.
* A personal interview may be conducted by the Executive Director, optionally including the entire Board of Governors.
* This position will be filled by the Executive Director and approved by the Board of Governors.


TO APPLY FOR ANY OF THE ABOVE POSITIONS, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR QUALIFICATIONS STATEMENT TO GOVERNOR KATHLEEN BRAGDON, REMSEN 4D21, X20931
kathleen.bragdon@uspto.gov

DEADLINE to apply for all of the above is CLOSE OF BUSINESS January 9, 2009

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PTOS HAPPY HOUR

When: Tuesday, December 9th, at 5:00 p.m.
Where: Murphy’s Irish Pub - 713 King Street (Corner of King and Washington in Old Town)

*One free drink and free wings, while supplies last, for PTOS members

* (bring your PTOS membership card)

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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

The Patent and Trademark Office Society Election Committee will be accepting nominations for candidates seeking to serve on The BOARD OF DIRECTORS as an officer or a representative.

Nominating petitions will be available and accepted by the Election Committee between December 8-15.

Nominations will be accepted for the following positions:

President
Vice President
Secretary
Administrator
Treasurer
Technology Center Representatives (2 from each TC; 1600; 1700/2900; 2100, 2400, 2600, 2800, 3600, 3700) - 16
At-Large Representatives - 10
CFO/CAO/CIO/SIRA Representatives -1
BPAI Representative - 1
Trademark Representatives - 2
Director’s Office/OGC/External Affairs Representative - 1
OPLA/OPQA/All others not specified - 1

Interested parties should visit the PTOS website (http://ptos.org) click on Committee and then Election) or contact one of the below committee members in order to obtain a nominating petition. Completed nominating petitions must be hand-delivered to one of these Election Committee Members by 3:00pm on December 15th 2008.

Heather Shackelford (X27049, RND-1B85)
William (Butch) Neuder (X27032, KNX-2B09)
Robert Fuller (X20419, KNX-2B11)

Voting will take place From January 6-8.

Prior to the start of elections, ballots will be posted on the PTOS website, or you may obtain one from one of the Election Committee Members listed above.

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Representative Nomination Petition
Officer Nomination Petition

PTOS Happy Hour

11.12.08, 5-7 PM @ The Carlyle Club - 411 John Carlyle Street (next to Potbelly)

Limited free drink tickets and appetizers available

$3 beer, wine, rail drinks

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INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING FAIR JUDGES WANTED!!

60th INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR

Reno, Nevada
MAY 10-15, 2009

Each year, the PTOS provides judges for this event as a public relations gesture, to promote knowledge of patents, and encourage innovation and scientific progress by today’s youth.  Detailed information and an application form to be a JUDGE at this year’s INTEL INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR is posted for PTOS members at http://www.ptos.org/committees/science_fair/international.html.  Additional forms are available from:

ALAN CHEN     RND 2A89 (mailbox)  571-272-4143
JULIE ANNE WATKO   KNX 8A75   571-272-7597

Applications to be an INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE FAIR JUDGE must be turned in to ALAN CHEN or JULIE ANNE WATKO by: NOON ON JANUARY 16, 2009

The categories for which judges will be selected are: CHEMISTRY, BIOCHEMISTRY, MICROBIOLOGY, PHYSICS, ENGINEERING, COMPUTER SCIENCE, ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, MEDICINE & HEALTH, AND EARTH & SPACE SCIENCES

The judging team selected will represent the PTOS.  The judges will choose one Grand Award winner, seven First Place award winners, and eight Second Runner-Up award winners from over 1500 finalist entries originating from over 40 nations worldwide.

Dedicated to the improvement and appreciation of the United States Patent & Trademark Systems

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~A Benefit of Your Membership in the PTOS~

The PTOS, in cooperation with Financial Advantage Associates (FAA) provides access to insurance professionals, through e-mail, phone, and brown bag lunches, to help design and shop for coverage at no additional cost.  These programs are aimed at helping PTOS members supplement coverage or reduce costs on their benefits to balance their family protections needs. Listed below is a brief summary of each program and why it is of value to you.

• Life Insurance – You may have FEGLI or other group life insurance already, however, as a PTOS member, you will have access to insurance professionals to figure out: 1) How this group insurance plan fits in your overall life insurance strategy? 2) How much life insurance is enough? 3) What type of life insurance is appropriate for you?  These insurance professionals will also be able to find you competitive rates through various insurance carriers. You have the ability to talk to these experts who will be able to tailor your life insurance coverage to meet your needs and answer any question you may have.

• Disability Insurance – With the disability Insurance benefit provided through the PTOS, you are eligible to supplement your government or company provided disability benefits with an individually owned insurance policy.  For those in need of supplemental disability income, you can take part in this program at a discounted member rate and speak with disability insurance experts who can help you design your plan.

• Long Term Care Insurance – As the baby boomer population begins to retire, more and more people are beginning to plan for when their health deteriorates. As part of that planning, it is vitally important that you retain control of the situation financially. Through Long Term Care Insurance, one can make sure that they will not become a financial burden on their loved ones as they age. The PTOS has found that plans outside the government are beneficial to our members because they can be individually tailored and offer a more cost effective solution. Please contact an insurance expert below to begin customizing a plan that fits your needs.

• Transition Health Insurance – Over the years, many people will change jobs and in turn leave their health insurance behind.  There is often a waiting period between when one leaves their old job, starts their new job and when the new health insurance would begin.  In response to this challenge, the PTOS Transition Health Program will help those individuals in need of bridging-the-gap between health insurance plans.

For MORE INFORMATION regarding any of these programs, please go to http://www.ptos.org/insurance/ and contact Jason Silverberg at:

jason@finadvinc.com
301-610-0071 (MD/DC/VA)
1-800-804-4736 x3022

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When: Wednesday, October 29th at 7:30 pm
Where: Tour Starts at Ramsay House Visitors Center (221 King Street)
Cost: $5/person

Contact Gilbert Lee, gilbert.lee@uspto.gov for reservations/information.

Organized by PTOS

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Tickets will go on sale until Nov. 10th.  So don't miss this opportunity!

When: November 15, 2008, 6 pm
Where: The Carlyle Club (411 John Carlyle St)

Cocktail Reception followed by a 3-Course Meal featuring a main course of Petite Grilled Filet Mignon and Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes (Vegetarian options available)

Live Music & Dancing

$65 per couple ($32.50 per person), includes 2 free drink tickets

Tickets go on sale to PTOS members and their guests on October 14th

Only 200 tickets will be sold

Ticket sellers:
Mary Zettl, JEF 7A34
Jeff O’Brien, KNX 2A44
Phoebe Riner, REM 6A44
Brandon Rosati, RND 8C59
Sheldon Richter, MDE 8D65

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Registration Now OPEN!

Where: Shenandoah Valley Golf Club
When: Wednesday, October 29th  9:00 a.m. Shotgun Start

$75/player* Tournament Fee:
- Unlimited golf
- Red, White, & Blue Scramble
- Mulligans & String for CFC
- Cart for tournament
- Putting Contest
- Golfer’s banquet
- Team & individual prizes
- PTOS gift & Door Prizes

To register:
- Visit the golf registration table outside of the Roundhouse Café, Madison concourse level, on 10/2/08 or 10/7/08 from 11:00-1:00.
- Or, contact: Brandon Rosati at 571-270-3536, brandon.rosati@uspto.gov; Matthew Troutman at 571-270-3654, matthew.troutman@uspto.gov

* Registration of full 4-person teams and payment in full is requested.

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Come ring in the new year!

When: Wednesday, Oct. 1, 5-8 PM
Where: Madison Auditorium

Please bring your PTOS membership card for easy admittance.

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The PTOS Wants You…

...To entertain thoughts of saving over $10,000 in 2009 by purchasing the 2009 Entertainment Coupon Book from us.

Coupon Book Only For $25 OR Coupon Book + 2 Silver Movie Tickets ($33) or 2 Gold Tickets ($35)

To purchase an Entertainment Book or the bundle, please contact one of the following agents:

Matthew S. Smith (JEF-5D85, x21907)
Susan McFadden (Knox-8C15 x27621)

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Free Ice Cream for PTOS Members!

Thursday, Sept. 18th 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Ice Cream carts located outside:
* Between Knox and Randolph Buildings
* Between Jefferson and Remsen Buildings
* In front of the Madison Atrium

*Limit one per member, while supplies last
*Please bring your PTOS membership card

For anyone interested in joining PTOS, membership forms will be available at Ice Cream carts or can be downloaded and filled out in advance at www.ptos.org

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AMC Gold tickets are unrestricted passes which may be exchanged at an AMC movie theatre for any movie ticket (no restrictions apply); AMC Gold tickets enables the holder to see movies on the day they are released provided the movie did not sell out on the day/time that the holder is going to see the movie. Price: $7.50

AMC Silver tickets are passes which may be exchanged at an AMC movie theatre for any movie ticket (some restrictions may apply and are noted on the individual passes). Some passes have expiration dates, typically 1-2 years from the time of purchase. Price: $6.50

Regal & National Amusements tickets are passes which may be exchanged at the movie theatre for any movie ticket (some restrictions may apply and are noted on the individual passes). Some passes have expiration dates, typically 1-2 years from the time of purchase. Price: $6.50

Movie passes may be purchased by PTOS Members Only.

Tickets May Be Purchased From the Following PTOS Ticket Sellers

Jefferson: Renee Luebke (10A15, x22009)
Knox: Susan McFadden (8C15, x27621)
Madison East: Sylvia Phan (8D69, x23390)
Madison East: Sheldon Richter (8D65, X24863)
Randolph: Eric Keasel (10A79, X24929)
Remsen: Daniel McCracken (9D19, X26537)

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Planning to apply for Fall 2009 Law School Admission?

You are cordially invited to meet with Andy Cornblatt, DEAN OF ADMISSIONS of Georgetown University Law Center, for Group Interviews.

When: October 10th at 2:00 pm
Where: Randolph 10 D 45

Advanced Sign Up is required

Only those applying to Georgetown Law for Fall 2009 are eligible to attend.

Please RSVP to: Patrice Robinson: pnd4@law.georgetown.edu

(A group of 20 at a time, a second session will be added at 3pm if there is sufficient interest).

Contact PTOS Education Committee Co-Chairs Christyann Pulliam and Eric Keasel with questions.

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Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008 @ 7:10pm

PTOS Tickets are $20 in Section 242 Rows A-C

Guests welcome, but only PTOS members may purchase tickets

Contact Gilbert Lee at gilbert.lee@uspto.gov or ext. 25894

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One Free Drink for PTOS Members!

Free Food while supplies last.

Date: Thursday - August 28, 2008
Time: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Place: Trademark Bar in the Westin Alexandria (Between the Randolph Building and the Federal Courthouse) - 400 Courthouse Square, Alexandria, Virginia 22314

See you there!

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You are cordially invited to attend a Patent and Trademark Office Society presentation:

A Seminar on "Applying to Law School"

When: Tuesday, August 12, 2008, 1-2 p.m.
Where: Jefferson, 1st Floor Conference Room

Here’s your opportunity to ask questions and get answers related to the process of applying to law school. Featuring a panel discussion by admissions representatives and USPTO employees who are current students at local area law schools.

MCS access will be available for hotelers - Type in 5712724600, Type in the Jefferson Access #s (571-271-2867), and follow automatic prompts to Chat Room - Lawschool.

Please contact Christyann Pulliam or Eric Keasel for further details and visit www.PTOS.org for information on this and other events

PTOS HAPPY HOUR

When: Tuesday, July 29th  at 5:00 p.m.
Where: Crystal City Sports Pub (3rd Floor), 529 23rd Street South, Arlington (near Crystal City metro)

*One free drink and free appetizers, while supplies last, for PTOS members

*(please bring your PTOS membership card)

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You are cordially invited to attend a Patent and Trademark Office Society brown bag lunchtime presentation:

Life Insurance 101

When: Thursday, August 7th 2008, 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Where: Remsen Building, First Floor Conference Room

Outlining the life insurance options available through the PTOS

Answering these questions:
* Why do I need Life Insurance?
* How much do I need?
* What type should I purchase?
* How does this benefit work with my FEGLI coverage?

Bring your lunch and PTOS will provide light refreshments
 
Sponsored by the PTOS Insurance Committee

Please contact Phoebe Riner for further details and visit www.PTOS.org for information on this and other events.

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  Dear PTOS Member,

When: Wednesday, June 25th  at 5:00 p.m.
Where: Murphy’s Irish Pub - 713 King Street (Corner of King and Washington in Old Town)

*One free drink and free wings, while supplies last, for PTOS members

* (please bring your PTOS membership card)

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Come join your fellow Patent and Trademark Office employees for volleyball!

Number of teams is limited (10) so be sure to turn in your sign-up sheet early!

Tournament begins at 2PM --- Saturday, June 28th --- at Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria, VA.

Entry fee per person is covered by entry fee for the picnic ($4/PTOS members, $6/guests, $4/children ages 2-12 of members)

Official playing fields, balls, prizes, food, and DRINKS will be provided by the PTOS

Each team must have 1 woman on the court and each team must provide 1 referee

Fill out a sign-up form* and turn in by COB 6/25 to get in on the tournament!

*Further questions, including retrieval and/or submission of sign-ups sheets and directions to the park, can be addressed to Gilbert Lee (X25894; KNX 2B19)

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Signup Form

Fun for kids, adults, singles, & families!

When: Saturday, June 28th, 12:00-6:00 (Food served 12:00-3:30)
Where: Fort Hunt Park, VA

Food, drinks, pony & train rides, rock wall, moon bounce, DJ, volleyball tourney and much more!

Tickets on sale now until COB, June, 25th!! $4/PTOS members, $6/guests, $4/children ages 2-12 of members. People eligible for membership in the PTOS are NOT eligible to come as guests.

For tickets contact:  
* Liz Dougherty, MDE 10D73 
* David Reese, KNX 2A51
* Jennifer Gay, KNX 2A39 
* Niketa Patel, RND 2A25
* Michael Araj, RND 6D20 
* Mary Zettl, JEF 7A34
* Seth Barnes, JEF 5A40              
* G. Nagesh Rao, REM 7D75
* Michele Joike, REM 2B79

For questions, directions, or more information, contact David Reese at x27082 or Gilbert Lee at x25894

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Time to Scramble . . . To register!

It's the PTOS 2008 Spring Golf Scramble!

Shenandoah Valley Golf Club

Tuesday, June 3, 2008
9:00 a.m. Shotgun Start

$75/player* Tournament Fee includes:

• Unlimited golf
• Cart for tournament
• Florida Scramble format
• Golfer's banquet
• Team & individual prizes
• PTOS gift

To register:
Contact Liz Dougherty at 571-272-7733, elizabeth.dougherty@uspto.gov or
Chris Young at 571-272-1394, christopher.young@uspto.gov

*Registration of

• full 4-person teams; and
• payment in full is requested.

Sponsored by the PTOS Social Committee.

Flyer: Spring 2008 Golf Flyer.ppt

As of June 30, 2008, there will be a VACANCY on the Board of Governors of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society.

The vacancy is for a full three (3) year term as Governor.

The position requires attendance (in-person or via teleconference) at monthly meetings to direct matters of business of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society, including publishing, advertising, staffing and editorial content.

All those interested in applying for this position should obtain a nominating sheet from one of the officers listed below or from the PTOS web site (http://www.ptos.org).

Nominations, including qualification statements, will be accepted by the officers below until NOON on Thursday, May 22, 2008.

* Tonia Dollinger, President (RND-2D65, 2-4170)
* Matthew Bradley, Vice President (RND-2B79, 2-8575)
* Lore Ramillano, Secretary (REM-6D51, 2-7420)
* Jared Rutz, Administrator (RND-2B75, 2-5535)
* Alexander Kosowski, Treasurer (RND-5D21, 2-3744)
* Elizabeth Dougherty, Governor (MDE-10D73, 2-7733)
* Judy Swann, Governor (MDE-8D59, 2-7075)
* Kathleen Bragdon, Governor (REM-2D11, 2-0931)

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Governor Application

The most important §101 case since State Street, en banc at the Federal Circuit.

Thursday, May 8, 2:00 PM
United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
717 Madison Place, N.W. Washington D.C. 20439
 
Space is expected to be limited. PTOS will be organizing a group to leave at 11:30. This means you might be standing in line for ~ two hours. No other time will be given.

E-mail Daniel McCracken for more details:
Daniel.Mccracken@uspto.gov

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Where: San Antonio Bar & Grill (200 Swamp Fox Rd, Alexandria, VA 22314)
When: Tuesday April 29, 2008, from 4-7pm
Why: To take a well deserved mid-quarter break
Who: You and all the other PTOS members
What: Half Price Appetizers (excluding seafood) plus free chips and salsa!

AND...

A free Drink for the first 200 members of the society

Happy hour drink specials:
* Domestic Draft Beer = $1.75
* Imported Draft Beer = $2.50
* Bottle Domestic = $2.00
* Import Beer Bottle = $3.00
* Rail Drinks = $2.00
* Margarita Lime Small = $2.75

Non-PTOS members can come and enjoy the happy hour specials.

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PTOS is sponsoring an 8-10 day trip to Italy

WHEN: November 14-21, 2008, OR November 14-23, 2008, depending on trip package choice
WHERE: Rome and Florence, Italy for 8 days OR Rome, Florence, and Venice, Italy for 10 days

Who can go: Sign up is exclusively for PTOS employees and their families until April 25, 2008.  After April 25, participation is open to anyone.

Trip A: Rome and Florence only.  Cost: $1,428
* Travel to Rome and enjoy the sights from Nov 14-19, 2008.
* Travel to Florence and enjoy the sights from Nov 19-21, 2008.
* Limited number of spots left!  Deposit required to guarantee spot.

Trip B: Rome, Florence, and Venice. Cost: $1,678
* Travel to Rome and Florence with the group from November 14-19, 2008.
* Travel to Venice via private motor coach and enjoy the sights from Nov 21-23, 2008
* Limited number of spots left!  Deposit required to guarantee spot.

You must select Trip A or Trip B with the initial deposit.  You may not change the trip you selected after the initial deposit is made.

Accommodations:  Hotel Villa Rosa in Rome; Hotel Corolle in Florence; Hotel Holiday in Venice

Travel:
* Trip A: Dulles to Rome, Italy and Florence, Italy to Dulles via United Airlines
* Trip B: Dulles to Rome, Italy and Venice, Italy to Dulles via United Airlines

Deposit Schedule:
* May 06, 2008, or sooner - $750 (non-refundable for any reason)
* September 01, 2008 - $Final Payment (non-refundable for any reason)

Travel Insurance Policies: Optional for all travelers, Cost is 6% of the chosen trip package

Cancellation Policies: Cancellation policy provided on request

Miscellaneous:         
1. The cost of the trip does not include any tours.
2. US Passport is required for entry into Italy.
3. For more information or reservations, please contact Aimee Li at aimee.li@uspto.gov or 571-272-4169

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Washington Nationals vs. Atlanta Braves

Tuesday, April 29, 2008 @ 7:10pm

Tickets are $15 in Section 302 Rows A-C

PTOS members only
Maximum two tickets per member
Contact Gilbert Lee at gilbert.lee@uspto.gov or ext. 25894

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It’s the Third Annual PTO Spring Cleaning Day

Time to clean out your closets and give to local charities!!!

When: Tuesday, April 22nd from 9am until 2pm
Where: Outside the south entrance of the Madison Building, along Eisenhower Avenue (for multiple items, please drive up and volunteers will help you unload your vehicle)

Donations of goods for
* The Salvation Army @ www.salvationarmyusa.org
* Animal Welfare League of Alexandria @ www.alexandriaanimals.org
* Arlington Food Assistance Center @ www.afacinfo.org
* Dress for Success @ www.dressforsuccess.org and/or
* CFC Booksale accepting books, VHS, and DVDs

Representatives from these local charities will be on hand to accept your donations and supply receipts, (except for Dress for Success, who will do on-line receipts).  For information about the types of goods accepted, visit the charities’ websites above.

This event is co-sponsored by the PTO Worklife Committee and the PTOS.

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Tickets are available for... 

WASHINGTON WIZARDS vs. Boston Celtics on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 @ 7:00PM

ALL TICKETS ARE: $40 (Sections 405, 406 and 420)

• Proceeds go to fund the Annual PTOS Holiday Drive in which toys are delivered directly to local shelters and charities.
• Limited number of tickets (100) will be distributed on a first come, first served basis.  Please email Matthew Smith (not Matt Smith) to get in the distribution list and to arrange pick up/payment.
• The tickets will be in Sections of the upper deck. 
       
CONTACTS: Matthew Smith (JEF 5D85, 571-272-1907)

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Tickets are available for... 

WASHINGTON CAPITALS vs. Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday, April 3, 2008 @ 7:00PM

ALL TICKETS ARE: $40

• Proceeds go to fund the Annual PTOS Holiday Drive in which toys are delivered directly to local shelters and charities.
• Limited number of tickets (60) will be distributed on a first come, first served basis.
• Please call or e-mail in the hours of 8-11am to check availability and arrange pick up or delivery.
       
CONTACTS: Matthew Smith (JEF 5D85, 571-272-1907)

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Where: Rock It Grill in Old Town (1319 King St)
When: Monday, March 31, 2008, from 5-8pm
Why: To celebrate the end of the quarter with your fellow coworkers
Who: You and all the other PTOS members
What: Half Price Sandwiches all night AND a free Drink for the first 200 members of the society

Happy hour drink specials:

* Draft beer = $2.50
* Bottled Beer = $3.50
* Rail Drinks = $4.00
* Wine = $4.00

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Tickets are available for... 

WASHINGTON WIZARDS vs. Detroit Pistons on Sunday, March 23, 2008 @ 8:00PM

ALL TICKETS ARE: $40 (Sections 405, 421 and 430)

• Proceeds go to fund the Annual PTOS Holiday Drive in which toys are delivered directly to local shelters and charities.
• Limited number of tickets (50) will be distributed on a first come, first served basis.  Please email Matthew Smith (not Matt Smith) to get in the distribution list and to arrange pick up/payment.
• The tickets will be in Sections of the upper deck. 
       
CONTACTS: Matthew Smith (JEF 5D85, 571-272-1907)

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WANTED
Patent and Trademark Office Society 2008 Science Fair Judges for regional science and engineering fairs

Fields for judging include:
* Microbiology
* Biochemistry
* Chemistry
* Physics
* Environmental Sci.
* Earth & Space Sciences
* Health & Medicine
* Computer Science
* Engineering

Location/Date/Time
Arlington County Science Fair - Sat., March 8th, 9:30 am-noon
Arlington, VA (Wakefield HS)

Fairfax County Regional Fair - Sat., March 29th, 8:30 am-12:30 pm
Fairfax, VA (Robinson HS)

P.G. Community College Fair - Sat., March 29th, 8:00 am-noon
Largo, MD (Largo Student Center)

If Interested, Please Contact:
* Alexandria Bromell (RND9D30, x03034)
* Terence Boes (KNX3D24, x24898)
* John W. Lee (KNX9D60, x29554)

Anyone qualified in the above areas, including Spouses & Friends, are invited to judge

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IT’S GAME TIME!

February 21st, 5-8 PM, Madison Auditorium

• Come out for FREE pre-game appetizers, tailgate entrees, stadium delights, beverages, and music
• Still think you deserved a Division I athletic scholarship? Show your skills in the football toss or basketball shootout
• Show up decked out in your favorite team’s gear or dressed as your favorite player and win a prize for best costume
• PTOS membership is required

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PTOS Discount Movie Tickets - $6.50 Per Ticket

Movie Passes may be purchased by PTOS Members Only.

These tickets are passes which may be exchanged at the movie theatre for any movie ticket (some restrictions may apply and are noted on the individual passes). Some passes have expiration dates, typically 1-2 years from the time of purchase.

Tickets May Be Purchased From the Following PTOS Ticket Sellers:
* Jefferson Building: Renee Luebke (10A15, x22009)
* Knox Building: Susan McFadden (8C15, x27621)
* Madison East Building: Sylvia Phan (8D69, x23390)
* Madison East Building: Sheldon Richter (8D65, x24863)
* Randolph Building: Eric Keasel (10A79, x24929)
* Remsen Building: Daniel McCracken (9D19, x26537)

BIG $AVING$
$6.50 Movie Passes From PTOS

Regal Passes Valid @ all of the following:
* Regal Cinemas
* United Artists
* Edwards Theatres

AMC Passes Valid @ all AMC Theatres

National Amusements Valid @ all of the following:
* Showcase Cinemas
* Multiplex Cinemas
* Cinema de Luxe

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When: February 6, 2008, 4-7 PM
Where: The Carlyle Club - 411 John Carlyle Street, next to Potbelly & across from Jimmy Johns

• $2.50 domestic beers
• $3 wine
• Limited drink tickets available for PTOS members

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ARE YOU:

1. Interested in the progress of the new Claims & Continuations Rules?
2. Interested in watching a real-life court proceeding?
3. Someone who gets really excited about the intersection of administrative law, civil procedure, and substantive patent law?

If you answered yes to one of the above, you may be interested in joining the PTOS Legislative Committee in observing arguments (summary judgment) in the Tafas/GSK v. Dudas case (i.e. the “Claims & Continuation injunction case”).  The PTOS Legislative Committee will meet Thursday, February 7, at 12 PM in the cafeteria (bring a lunch) to discuss the case and what will happen at the hearing. Friday morning, February 8, those interested will attend the hearing at the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia (right next to the PTO).

Contact Daniel McCracken, PTOS Legislative Chair, to RSVP or get more info (2-6537, daniel.mccracken@uspto.gov)

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The Patent and Trademark Office Society Election Committee will be accepting nominations for candidates seeking to serve on The BOARD OF DIRECTORS as an officer or a representative.

Nominating petitions will be available and accepted by the Election Committee between December 11-19.

Nominations will be accepted for the following positions:

* President
* Vice President
* Secretary
* Administrator
* Treasurer
* Technology Center Representatives (2 from each TC; 1600; 1700/2900; 2100, 2600, 2800, 3600, 3700) - 14
* At-Large Representatives - 10
* CFO/CAO/CIO/SIRA Representatives -1
* BPAI Representative - 1
* Trademark Representatives - 2
* Director’s Office/OGC/External Affairs Representative - 1
* OPLA/OPQA/All others not specified - 1

Interested parties should visit the PTOS website (http://ptos.org - click on Committee and then Election) or contact one of the below committee members in order to obtain a nominating petition. Completed nominating petitions must be hand-delivered to one of these Election Committee Members by 3:00 pm on December 19th 2007.

* Heather Shackelford (X27049,  RND-1B85)
* William (Butch) Neuder (X27032, KNX-2B09)
* Elizabeth Dougherty (X27733, MDE-10D73)

Voting will take place From January 7-9

Prior to the start of elections, ballots will be posted on the PTOS website, or you may obtain one from one of the Election Committee Members listed above.

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The PTOS wants you to entertain thoughts of saving over $10,000 in 2008 by purchasing the 2008 Entertainment Coupon Book from us.

* Coupon Book Only For $25, OR
* Coupon Book + 2 Movie Tickets (a $12 Value) For $32

To purchase an Entertainment Book or the bundle, please contact one of the following agents:

• Susan McFadden (Knox-8C15, x27621)
• Matthew Smith (Jefferson-5D85, x21907)

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When: Tuesday, December 11th at 5:00 p.m.
Where: Murphy’s Irish Pub - 713 King Street (Corner of King and Washington in Old Town)

*One free drink and free wings, while supplies last, for PTOS members

* (bring your PTOS membership card)

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The Patent and Trademark Office Society Election Committee will be accepting nominations for candidates seeking to serve on The BOARD OF DIRECTORS as an officer or a representative.

Nominating petitions will be available and accepted by the Election Committee between December 11-19.

Nominations will be accepted for the following positions:

* President
* Vice President
* Secretary
* Administrator
* Treasurer
* Technology Center Representatives (2 from each TC; 1600/2900; 1700; 2100, 2600, 2800, 3600, 3700) - 14
* At-Large Representatives - 10
* CFO/CAO/CIO/SIRA Representatives -1
* BPAI Representative - 1
* Trademark Representatives - 2
* Director’s Office/OGC/External Affairs Representative - 1
* OPLA/OPQA/All others not specified - 1

Interested parties should visit the PTOS website (http://ptos.org) click on Committee and then Election) or contact one of the below committee members in order to obtain a nominating petition. Completed nominating petitions must be hand-delivered to one of these Election Committee Members by 3:00pm on December 19th 2007.

* Heather Shackelford (X27049,  RND-1B85)
* William (Butch) Neuder (X27032, KNX-2B09)

Voting will take place From January 7-9

Prior to the start of elections, ballots will be posted on the PTOS website, or you may obtain one from one of the Election Committee Members listed above.

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Where:  Snowshoe Mountain, West Virginia
When:  February 8-10, 2008
What:  includes: 2 nights/3days lodging and 2 full days of skiing
Who:  You and your friends
How:  Cost is $300 per person

*PTOS Sponsored

**A deposit of $50 will be required to secure your spot by December 14

Contact:  Michael Araj (RND 6D20, 2-5963)

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59th INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR
Atlanta, GA
MAY 11-16, 2008

Each year, the PTOS provides judges for this event as a public relations gesture, to promote knowledge of patents, and encourage innovation and scientific progress by today’s youth.  Detailed information and an application form to be a JUDGE at this year’s INTEL INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR is posted for PTOS members at http://www.ptos.org/committees/science_fair/international.html.  Additional forms are available from:

ALAN CHEN (RND 2C75, 571-272-4143)
JULIE ANNE WATKO (KNX 8A75, 571-272-7597)

Applications to be an INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE FAIR JUDGE must be turned in to ALAN CHEN or JULIE ANNE WATKO by NOON ON JANUARY 15, 2008.

The categories for which judges will be selected are:
CHEMISTRY, BIOCHEMISTRY, MICROBIOLOGY, PHYSICS, ENGINEERING, COMPUTER SCIENCE, ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, MEDICINE & HEALTH, AND EARTH & SPACE SCIENCES

The judging team selected will represent the PTOS.  The judges will choose one Grand Award winner, seven First Place award winners, and eight Second Runner-Up award winners from over 1500 finalist entries originating from over 40 nations worldwide.

Dedicated to the improvement and appreciation of the United States Patent & Trademark Systems

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When: Friday, Nov. 30, 6:30 - 10:00PM
Where: Habana Village, 1834 Columbia Road N.W. (Adams Morgan) Washington, D.C. (www.habanavillage.com)
Cost: $15/person*

PTOS membership required

See any of the following for payment by November 21:

• Philip Bonzell, MDW 246
• G. NageshRao, REM 7A54
• JennGay, KNX 2A39
• Michele Joike, REM 2B79
• Liz Dougherty, MDE 10D73
• Michael Araj, RND 6D20

Ticket includes one drink, buffet dinner, and 30-minute salsa lesson

*All proceeds will be directed towards a memorial in honor of Steve Hanson

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Unless otherwise directed, all proceeds will go to benefit the Prostate Cancer Foundation

• Gentlemen, grow a Moustache for the duration of the month formerly known as November! All others, sponsor a Mo Bro!
• Each participant must start Nov. 1 with a clean shaven face.
• Participate individually or form a team of Mo Cultivators.
• Recruit sponsors. 
• Join us at the PTOS Dinner Dance  (Mo-Down) at Movember’s End!

For more information/to pick up pledge cards contact:  Brent Herring (MDW 246)

Sponsored by PTOS

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When: Wednesday, October 24th, at 7:30 pm
Where: Tour Starts at Ramsay House Visitors Center (221 King Street)
Cost: $5/person
Contact Gilbert Lee, gilbert.lee@uspto.gov for reservations/information.

Organized by PTOS

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- sponsored by the PTOS -

Unless otherwise directed, all proceeds will go to benefit FARA (Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance).

Come join your fellow Patent and Trademark Office employees for kickball fun!

Number of teams is limited (16) so be sure to turn in your sign-up sheet w/ donation early!

• All day tournament (teams guaranteed 3 games) --- Saturday, November 3rd, beginning at 9AM --- at Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria, VA.
• Minimum team donation of $100 per team, with all proceeds to benefit the CFC.
• Official playing fields, balls, referees, prizes, and DRINKS will be provided by the PTOS.
• Be creative with your team name and dress to impress!  Additional prizes will be given to the team with the best uniforms!
• Fill out a sign-up form* (single players are welcome and will be put on a team) and turn in by COB 10/24 to get in on the tournament!
• *Further questions, including retrieval and/or submission of sign-ups sheets and directions to the park, can be addressed to David Reese (X27082; KNX 2C21) or Matthew Brooks (X28112; KNX 5B79).

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Team Sign-Up Sheet

Come ring in the new year!

When: Monday, Oct. 1, 5-8 PM
Where: Madison Auditorium

A raffle will be held to benefit the CFC.

Please bring your PTOS membership card for easy admittance.

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Registration Now OPEN!  Come one, come all...It’s the PTOS 2007 Fall Golf Scramble!

Where: Shenandoah Valley Golf Club
When: Wednesday, October 10th (9:00 a.m. Shotgun Start)

$75/player* Tournament Fee:
- Unlimited golf
- Cart for tournament
- Golfer’s banquet
- Team & individual prizes
- PTOS gift

To register:
- Contact Liz Dougherty at 571-272-7733 (elizabeth.dougherty@uspto.gov), or Chris Young at 571-272-1394 (christopher.young@uspto.gov)

*Registration of full 4-person teams and payment in full is requested.

Sponsored by the PTOS Social Committee

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When:  September 8th, 10:00 am (arrive @ 9 am) - 3 hours long
Where:  River Riders in Harpers Ferry (Driving Directions @ http://www.riverriders.com/directions.htm)
Cost:  $70 - Payable to Ajay Bhatia (RND 4C59) - Due by August 31

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• Drink specials, 5-7 PM
• Food specials, 5-6:30 PM
• Draft beer, house wine $2.50
• $2 off bar menu items
• FIRST 150 GET A FREE DRINK

DASH bus AT7 takes you from Ballenger Ave. & Dulany St. to N. Pickett St. & Duke St.  See www.dashbus.com/maps/AT7toLandmark.pdf for more information.

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Sponsored by PTOS

Come play ULTIMATE FRISBEE for CFC at beautiful Ft. Hunt Park, September 22nd!

All proceeds donated to charity through CFC.  This recreational frisbee tournament will take place starting at 9AM, Saturday, September 22nd.

Minimum $50 donation per team, up to 6 players, open to all PTO employees and their friends.  Be sure to bring lunch!

Each team guaranteed at least 5 games.  Winner selects the charity to receive the donation (the charity must be approved by tournament organizers).

For more information/directions/signups, please contact:
* Oren Ginsberg: Oren.Ginsberg@uspto.gov
* Jon Thomas: Jonathan.Thomas@uspto.gov

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Signup Sheet

Global Intellectual Property (GIPA) Copyright Mentoring Program
August 6-9, 2007
Volunteers Needed !!! (open only to PTOS members)

What is the GIPA Mentoring Program?

The GIPA Mentoring Program pairs USPTO employees with visiting scholars from foreign countries in the Patent, Trademark or Copyright fields. The USPTO employee acts as a mentor to the visiting scholar.  Participating countries include Brazil, Tunisia, Egypt, Philippines, Lebanon, Taiwan, China, Vietnam, Nigeria, Russia, Morocco, Bulgaria, Lithuania, Lebanon, Swaziland, etc..

What will be my responsibilities as a Mentor? 

Mentors are requested to attend lunch time and after hour events to discuss IP as well as cultural issues with their mentees. After hour events include trips to Kennedy Center for a show, as well as seasonally arranged events to the museums in DC.

For more information, please contact Pierre Vital at Pierre.Vital@uspto.gov or (571) 272-4215

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You are cordially invited to attend a Patent and Trademark Office Society presentation:

A Seminar on “Applying to Law School”

When: Thursday, August 9, 2007, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where: Madison North Auditorium

Here’s your opportunity to ask questions and get answers related to the process of applying to law school.  Featuring a panel discussion by admissions representatives, current students, and recent graduates from local area law schools.

Sponsored by the PTOS Education Committee

Please contact Christyann Pulliam or Eric Keasel for further details and visit www.PTOS.org for information on this and other events.

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When: Thursday, July 26th, from 5pm-7pm
Where: The Crystal City Sports Pub (the new 3rd Floor with 30+ TVs), 529 23rd Street South, Arlington, Metro Accessible (Crystal City Stop)

See www.ccsportspub.com for more information.

* 25-cent Miller Lite and Yuengling Drafts
* Free Appetizers including Wings, Marinated Meatballs, Queso Dip, and Chips & Salsa while supplies last

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The Patent and Trademark Office Society Election Committee will be accepting nominations for candidates seeking to serve on The BOARD OF DIRECTORS as a representative.  Nominating petitions will be available and accepted by the Election Committee until Aug 3.  Nominations will be accepted for the following positions:

* Technology Center 2600 Representative – 1

Interested parties should visit the PTOS website http://ptos.org or contact one of the below committee members in order to obtain a nominating petition. Completed nominating petitions must be hand-delivered to one of these Election Committee Members by 3:00pm on Aug 3, 2007.

Heather Shackelford (571) 272-7049  RND-1B85
William (Butch) Neuder (571) 272-7032  KNX-2B09

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You are cordially invited to attend a Patent and Trademark Office Society brown bag lunchtime presentation:

An Overview of Insurance Options

When: Wednesday, June 27, 2007, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where: Knox Building, First Floor Conference Room

Outlining the new disability, life, long-term care, and transition health insurance options available through PTOS

Bring your lunch and PTOS will provide light refreshments.
 
Sponsored by the PTOS Insurance and Education Committees

Please contact Colleen Matthews or Eric Keasel for further details and visit www.PTOS.org for information on this and other events.

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When: Monday, June 25th, at 5:00 p.m.
Where: Murphy’s Irish Pub - 713 King Street (Corner of King and Washington in Old Town)

* One free drink and free wings, while supplies last, for PTOS members (please bring your PTOS membership card)

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Movie Tickets On Sale From PTOS

* All Passes Now $6.50
* Prices may be priced slightly above bulk purchase price; all proceeds benefit the PTOS Charity Fund Drive.

Available Passes
* Regal Passes (valid @ all Regal Theatres)
* AMC Passes (valid @ all AMC Theatres)
* National Amusement Passes (valid @ Showcase Theatres, Multiplex Theatres, and Cinema de Luxe Theatres)

Movie passes may be purchased by PTOS MEMBERS ONLY from the PTOS representatives listed below and exchanged at the movie theatre for any movie ticket (some restrictions may apply and are noted on the individual passes). Some passes have expiration dates, typically 1-2 years from the time of purchase. For general questions, please contact Sylvia Phan at 571-272-3390 or Madison East, 08D69

Tickets May Be Purchased From the Following PTOS Ticket Sellers:

Remsen: Daniel McCracken 09A58 X26537
Jefferson: Renee Luebke 10A15 X22009
Madison East: Sylvia Phan 08D69 X23390
Madison East: Craig Feinberg 09D29 X29797
Randolph: Eric Keasel 10A79 X24929
Knox: Susan McFadden 08C15 X27621

Come one, come all....It’s the PTOS 2007 Spring Golf Scramble!

Where: Shenandoah Valley Golf Club
When: Tuesday, June 5th at 9:00 a.m. (Shotgun Start)

$75/player* Tournament Fee:
- Unlimited golf
- Cart for tournament
- Golfer’s banquet
- Team & individual prizes
- PTOS gift

To register, contact:
- Chris Young at 571-272-1394
- Matt Brooks at 571-272-8112
- David Reese at 571-272-7082
- Liz Dougherty at 571-272-7733

*Registration of full 4-person teams; and payment in full is requested (cash or check accepted).

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Where:  San Antonio Bar & Grill (200 Swamp Fox Rd, Alexandria, VA 22314)
When:  Thursday, May 17, 2007, from 4-8 pm
Why:  To take a well deserved mid-quarter break
Who:  You and all the other PTOS members
What:  Half Price Appetizers (excluding seafood) plus free chips and salsa!

AND...

A free Drink for the first 200 members of the society

Happy hour drink specials:

• Domestic Draft Beer = $1.75
• Imported Draft Beer = $2.50
• Bottle Domestic = $2.00
• Import Beer Bottle = $3.00
• Rail Drinks = $2.00
• Margarita Lime Small = $2.75

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PTOS Annual Picnic Volleyball Tournament

- Come join your fellow Patent and Trademark Office employees for volleyball!

• Number of teams is limited (10) so be sure to turn in your sign-up sheet early!
• •Tournament begins at 2PM---Sunday, May 20th---at Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria, VA.
• Entry fee per person is covered by entry fee for the picnic ($4/PTOS members, $6/guests, $4/children ages 2-12 of members)
• Official playing fields, balls, prizes, food, and DRINKS will be provided by the PTOS
• Each team must have 1 woman on the court and each team must provide 1 referee
• Fill out a sign-up form* and turn in by COB 5/17 to get in on the tournament!

* Further questions, including retrieval and/or submission of sign-ups sheets and directions to the park, can be addressed to Gilbert Lee (X25894; KNX 2B19)

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Signup Sheet

Tickets are available for WASHINGTON WIZARDS vs. Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday, April 28, 2007 @ 5:30PM and on Monday, April 30, 2007 @ TBD (Playoff games A1 and A2).

ALL TICKETS ARE: $18 (Sect. 409/K) or $32 (Sect.432/419A-G).

• Proceeds go to fund the Annual PTOS Holiday Drive in which toys are delivered directly to local shelters and charities.
• Limited number of tickets (26/game) will be distributed on a first come, first served basis. Please email Matthew Smith (not Matt Smith) to get in the distribution list and to arrange pick up/payment.
• The tickets will be in Sections of the upper deck.

CONTACT:  Matthew Smith (JEF, 5D85, 571-272-1907)

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Back by popular demand...

PTOS Wine Tasting

• April 20th (first Friday) meet at Dunn-Loring metro 10:15am.  Bus will return at 4:30 pm.
• •We’ll be visiting Lost Creek, Hidden Brook and Tarara Vineyards.
• •$28/person, includes bus and tasting fees for two vineyards.  PTOS pays the other tasting fee.
• •Contact Krissy Gluchowski at 2-7376, Knox 2A30 or kristina.gluchowski@uspto.gov
• First 25 people to pay will go. Must pay in advance.

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Additional Info

AMC, Regal, and National Amusements all $6.50 Each

Tickets May Be Purchased From the Following PTOS Ticket Sellers:

* Remsen: Bradley Sisson (02B87, X20751)
* Jefferson: Renee Luebke (10A15, X22009)
* Madison East: Sylvia Phan (08D69, X23390)
* Madison East: Craig Feinberg (09D29, X29797)
* Randolph: Eric Keasel (10A79, X24929)
* Knox: Susan McFadden (08C15, X27621)

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This year, the VA state fair will be at George Mason University, within close driving distance of the USPTO.

Please contact: Alan Chen (alan.chen@uspto.gov) or Dr. Pelin Aksoy (paksoy@gmu.edu) if you are interested.

Detailed information about the fair itself can be found at http://vssef.gmu.edu/

Date: April 7, 2007 (Saturday)
Judging Times: 7:45am-1:45pm

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

The Patent and Trademark Office Society Election Committee will be accepting nominations for candidates seeking to serve on The BOARD OF DIRECTORS as a representative.  Nominating petitions will be available and accepted by the Election Committee until March 30.

Nominations will be accepted for the following positions:

• Technology Center 2600 Representative - 1
• Director’s Office/OGC/External Affairs - 1

Interested parties should visit the link below or contact one of the below committee members in order to obtain a nominating petition.  Completed nominating petitions must be hand-delivered to one of these Election Committee Members by 5:00pm on March 30, 2007.

• Heather Shackelford (571) 272-7049 RND-1B85
• William (Butch) Neuder (571) 272-7032 KNX- 2B09

Nominating Petition

 It's time for PTOS MEMBERS’ NIGHT on the towne...and we’re celebrating the 80’s!

When: Thursday, February 22, 2007, 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Where: Madison Auditorium

* Come out for food, beverages, music, karaoke, & games
* 80’s fashions encouraged, prizes for best costumes
* You MUST be a PTOS member to attend. Bring your PTOS membership card for easy admittance.
* Not a PTOS member yet? Contact Kristina Gluchowski (x27376), Renee Lubeke (x22009), or the PTOS representative in your area!
* Questions about this event? Contact David Reese (x27082)

Members’ Night is sponsored by the PTOS Social Committee.

PTOS HAPPY HOUR

When: November 20, 2006
Time: 5:00-7:00 pm
Where: The Austin Grill - 801 King Street

1/2 price margaritas
1/2 price appetizers
$1 off draft beer

The PTOS Invites You To Entertain the Idea of Potentially Saving Over $22,000 Dollars!

Simply Purchase an Entertainment® Book.  Not only will you be contributing to the Patent & Trademark Office Society (PTOS) charity fund, you will also be contributing to your savings as well!

*Special Promotion

Entertainment Book Only For $25 OR
Entertainment Book & 2 Movie Tickets (a $12 value) For $32

To Purchase an Entertainment® Book, Please Contact One of the Following Sales Agents:

- Johnny Railey (Remsen-4B05, x20985)
- Susan McFadden (Knox-8C15, x27621)
- Matthew Smith (Jefferson-5D85, x21907)