The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 16, No.14
540.972.2237
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Squishy’s Corner: Happenings at the Equestrian Center
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November 2, 2018
Use dwellingLIVE for Your Holiday Guests
by Carolyn Brodeur, Communications Manager
As told to: Equestrian Manager Bridget Hutchens Hello all, Mr. Squishy here. I am a resident of the Equestrian Center and I have been asked to keep the community updated on our events. We have been busy, that is for sure! On Oct. 14, we wrapped up our show season with our year-end horseshow. Lake of the Woods riders and horses received many notable prizes and ribbons-I am so proud of everyone! Especially Skylar Ruggeri on Ticket to Ride, Alyssa Strain on The Scotch Scoundrel and Savannah Buttram on Le Cheval’s Sherry Gail, who all worked so hard in their lessons to prep for the show. Last weekend, Fancy and I helped throw a fun birthday party for a very special girl who turned 9. Since the weather was drizzly and overcast, we held the entire party in the covered ring, and it was a great success! I love helping with birthday parties-if you’d like to have a party at the Equestrian Center, please call Bridget or Melissa! We have an exciting event coming up on Nov. 3, The Fall Dog Festival. I will be working with my friend Fancy to give pony rides for $5 from 11 AM to 4 PM. We will be hosting dog adoption booths in an effort to support local rescues and to help dogs find homes. I am seeking new equine roommates and new tiny human friends. I love meeting new boarders and showing them the ropes, so please consider bringing your horse and using our facility for this upcoming winter! I also love meeting new children and teaching them how to steer and trot in lessons. If you would like to join me for a pony ride or lesson call 540-972-2238. If you are interested in Equestrian Center activities, and would like to become more involved, the Equestrian Center Committee is looking for new members. For more information, contact Laird Knights at 703-203-0099 or equestriancomm@lowa.org.
Agenda 2 President's Letter 2 General Manager's Column 3 Board Minutes 3 Association News 2-10 CARC Update 3 Calendar 7-8 Viewpoints 14 Orange County 17 Classifieds 18-19
The holidays are just around the corner. Lake of the Woods Association would like to encourage all of our members to use the dwellingLIVE visitor management system. If you haven’t already, now is a great time to sign up and gain access to dwellingLIVE. This will allow you to easily enter your guests into the security system via your PC or smartphone app, receive notifications upon their arrival, and cleanly manage all of those guests arriving to visit you! Accessing dwellingLIVE is easy. Just contact Member Services at 540-9722237. All you need is your email address and you will then receive a welcome email from dwellingLIVE with instructions for registration. For support, please contact Patrick O’Loughlin at support@LOWA.org. They will be happy to assist in getting you up and running with dwellingLIVE! Be sure to tell your guests to use the 102 Lakeview Parkway address to prompt their GPS to take them to the visitor gate.
Orange County Supervisors Meeting at LOW Nov. 14 Once a year, the Orange County Supervisors meet at Lake of the Woods. This year, the meeting will be at 6 PM on Nov. 14 at the Clubhouse. We encourage people to attend this meeting to see some of the functioning of your local government.
November 1 Quarterly & Semi-Annual Assessments are due
Thursday, November 8 LOWA.org Tutorial 6 PM, Community Center
Saturday, November 3 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 10 AM, Community Center Fall Dog Festival 11 AM-4 PM, Equestrian Center
Monday, November 12, Veterans Day LOWA Offices Closed. LOW Trash Compactor Closed
Sunday, November 4 2 AM Day Light Savings Time Ends Tuesday, November 6, Election Day 6 AM-7 PM.
Tuesday, November 13 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 7 PM, Community Center
Wednesday, November 14 Orange County Board of Supervisors Meeting & LOWA Board Dinner Meeting 6 PM, Clubhouse LOWA Website Links Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Info LOWA.ORG/CAPITALPROJECTS dwellingLive LOWA.ORG/DWELLINGLIVE
Our forensic investigators are continuing their process of getting the facts about our financial irregularities. When we have a report or reports, and it is appropriate to disclose it, we will present it to the community. In the interim, our financial team has implemented internal controls to prevent the same or similar activity. There will be more refinement of internal controls as we go forward. The recent storms and storm water runoff reminds us that this community was not constructed when stormwater management by today’s standards was part and parcel of construction. We will be looking to address those issues that are the responsibility of Lake of the Woods in due course. We ask for your patience and help during those efforts and that Members address those issues on their lots for which they are responsible. It is likely that addressing those issues will be costly. Members with drainage concerns are encouraged to reach out to Friends of the Rappahannock and Culpeper Water and Soil District for assistance. On Oct. 30, the Board will have a Special Meeting to discuss the reserve study update. At this meeting we anticipate that Directors will bring forward their concerns and suggestions regarding various projects. This is an important function to enable the staff to prepare the proposed budget for consideration. There are three projects - resurfacing Lakeview Parkway (second phase), replacing the Freightliner vehicle with the tar spreader, and roadside ditch reconstruction - that comprise roughly $600,000 with many other projects of lesser cost but, in some cases, still important. All of the Directors care about this community and look to make decisions that will serve its needs. The Reserve Study is a management tool for setting aside proper funding for the replacement for the existing assets of the Association.
6 PM CALL TO ORDER 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION 7 PM 2. 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4
4. MEMBER COMMENTS ON UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEMS 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Adopting the FY2019-2023 Five Year Capital Plan for Planning Purposes
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6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Accepting the Mid-Year Capital Plan Report 6.2 Consideration of Entering Lot for Maintenance 7. MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 8. DIRECTOR COMMENTS
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Send email to the Board at: Board@LOWA.org President: Cliff Wilks Vice Pres.: Jennifer Zukowski Treasurer: Bob Hoh Secretary: Walt Diercks Directors: Carl Clawson Heidi Brown Pete Brown
General Manager: Phillip Rodenberg (prodenberg@LOWA.org) Assistant General Manager: Chester Guzek (cguzek@LOWA.org) Director of Facilities: Jessie Graves (jgraves@LOWA.org) Acting Director of Finance: Larry Cole (lcole@LOWA.org)
OPEN SESSION Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes: November 3, 2018
3. REPORTS 3.1 Officer Reports A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Changes 3.2 General Manager Report A. CARC Project Update 3.3 Committee Liaison Reports 3.4 Committee Reports A. Fitness Committee - Donna Price, Committee Chair
9. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Special Board of Directors Meeting with Orange County Board of Supervisors, Wednesday, November 14, 2018, Clubhouse, 6 PM. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, December 12, 2018, Community Center, 2 PM Open Session. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Saturday, January 5, 2019, Community Center, 10 AM. 10. ADJOURNMENT Paid Advertisement
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Agenda (Tentative) Regular Board of Directors Meeting November 13, 2018, Community Center
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President’s Letter
*The Board reserves the right to remove, add and/or relocate agenda items as necessary. Members of record may record any portion of this meeting so long as (1) you first notify the President for an announcement before you begin and (2) you do not interfere with other members or the official recording. (See Administrative Regulation 2016-4.)
Editorial Staff President of the Board General Manager Communications Manager: Carolyn Brodeur (cbrodeur@LOWA.org) Communications Assistant: Lisa Naghshineh (lakecurrents@LOWA.org) Copy Editor Dan McFarland (dmcfarland@LOWA.org) Graphics/Layout: Chris Porter (cporter@LOWA.org) LOWA Communications Department: 540-972-2278
Lake Currents The official newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. (USPS 872-400) is published bi-weekly for its membership. Nonmembers $20 per year (25 issues). Periodical postage rate paid at Spotsylvania, VA 22553. Visit our web site at: LOWA.org. ITEMS FOR PUBLICATION in the newsletter must be received in the Association office by noon on the Monday after publication for the next publication or by the preceding Friday if Monday is a holiday. All advertising and articles need to be submitted via email to lakecurrents@LOWA.org. The views expressed in guest articles and paid advertisements represent the opinions of authors and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Call the communications office at 540-972-2278 for details about classified and display advertisements which must be prepaid (unless other arrangements are made). The inclusion of advertising, logos or web site links in this publication does not constitute an endorsement by LOWA, Inc. of the products or services so advertised. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to LOWA, Inc., 102 Lakeview Pkwy, Locust Grove, VA 22508
by Phillip L. Rodenberg, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM® LOWA General Manager
Project Financial Status Project Cost Estimate (Budget): $5,086,193 Current Funding: $458,422 – Cash allocated by Board $818,000 – Year 1 ($191/lot) billed in Regular Assessment Up to $5 Million Mutual of Omaha Bank loan in place June 20. Project Progress Design: 100 percent complete Bidding: Complete. Board awarded construction contract to Wack General Contractor (Thos. J. Wack Company) May 16. Contract executed June 8. Permitting: Complete Construction: Schedule June 2018-June 2019 Completed Site grading for building pad and parking lot (New) Building stakeout (New) Biringer Concrete dug footers and set piers (New) Excavation of Pool Complete (New) Processing Second Wack payment. Total to date: $406,095.68 Water line tap by RSA (New) Upcoming Stabilize exterior of pool walls with shotcrete (New) Rebar for pool floor (New) Parking lot stone sub-base (New) Masonry will stage materials onsite (New)
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Regular Board of Directors Meeting October 17, 2018, Unapproved Minutes 1 PM, Community Center Note: These minutes are provided to members for review
Present Clifton Wilks, President Jennifer Zukowski, Vice President Bob Hoh, Treasurer Walter Diercks, Secretary Carl Clawson Heidi Brown Phillip Brown
Others Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Linda Brooks, Recorder (from 2:00 p.m.)
Roads crew is spending a lot of time repairing washouts along the roadside ditches from recent heavy rains. The crew did a yeoman’s job keeping the ditches open during the storms, but the damage left behind has kept them busy. Leaf pickup for the ditches will begin around Thanksgiving. Grounds crew is busy with fall landscaping and fall cleanup. Members are still throwing their household trash into LOWA dumpsters and common area trash cans. Not fast food bags. I’m talking big white household bags full of trash like eggshells, coffee grounds, discarded food, and the like. Maintenance will often dig through the bags and identify and summons the owners. Please be mindful that dumping household trash in common area trash cans and dumpsters is a violation of Regulation IV.G.2. “Except for the dumping allowed at the designated Lake of the Woods Compactor Site, and dumping of leaves (removed from their bags), and dumping of tree limbs, not to exceed two (2) inches in diameter, allowed at LOWA Area 9.9; all other dumping, and littering anywhere in LOW (on LOWA and private property), is prohibited. (1/2010)” Grounds maintains 150 trash cans at the nine beaches, five parks, Campground, Clubhouse Point, Pavilions, walking trails and other places on the common areas. Maintenance removed the Woods Center planter boxes to create eight new parking spots for the golf course and Fareways Café. The Maintenance Building is getting closer to completion and the staff will move into new quarters in early November. The Buildings crew will be putting in their own sweat equity by painting the walls to get the job done. This means space in the Woods Center and Community Center used for temporary offices will soon return to their regular uses. I’m thankful for all the men and women in the Maintenance Department for their dedicated efforts to keep the Association moving forward.
Call to Order 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session
See October 17 Minutes on p. 4 Member Services/ Holcomb Building: 540-972-2237 M-F; 8:30 AM-5 PM; Sat. 9 AM-1 PM Clubhouse: 540-972-2221 Office Hours: W-F, 9 AM - 5 PM Dinner: W, TH, SU, 5-9 PM; F, SA, 5-10 PM Lunch: S, SU, 11 AM-4 PM Brunch: SU, 10 AM-1 PM Menus: LOWA.org/Clubhouse Community Center: 540-972-9680 ECC Office (Woods Center): 540-972-2211, M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM
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Equestrian Center: 540-972-2238 Lessons, pony rides, trail rides M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM Sat/Sun: by appointment, call by Friday 3 PM
Fareways Café: 540-972-2216 Mon, Wed-Sat: 8:30 AM-7 PM Tu: 8:30 AM-8 PM Sun: 8:30 AM-5 PM Fitness Center: 540-972-9680 Daily 5 AM-10 PM Located in the Lower Level Clubhouse
Center): Daily 8 AM Reserve a tee time 540-972-2230 Golf Course: 8:30 AM daily Maintenance Office (Community Center): 540-972-2223; M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM Pickleball: Tena Marangi 540-972-8964 Outdoor Courts available 7 AM-11 PM 9.9 Leaf/Brush Area: Daily 7 AM-7 PM. Closed Wednesdays
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Communication: April 30 Information Session was a success with 109 members participating.
Happy fall! When I get up with the early birds, I like to join the Wednesday Maintenance Department Foreman’s meeting at 7:15 AM to see how Facilities Director Jessie Graves and her seven foremen/ managers are scheduling and accomplishing their work. Here are some of the highlights from last week:
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October 17 Minutes from p.3 at 1:07 p.m. for the purpose of discussing and considering contracts. Motion by P. Brown, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 1:43 p.m. 2. OPEN SESSION Motion by H. Brown, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 2:01 p.m., and affirm that the Board met earlier today in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing and considering contracts. 2.1 Pledge of Allegiance 2.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation Secretary Diercks confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice made to all members of record. 2.3 Approval of Agenda Motion by P. Brown, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda. 2.4 Approval of the Minutes of October 6, 2018. Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the minutes of the October 6, 2018 Regular Board of Directors meeting as corrected.
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3. REPORTS 3.1 Reports of Officers A. Executive Session Actions: None. B. Committee Changes Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Committee changes as presented in the Committee Change list dated October 17, 2018: (D-18-108)
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Name Ginger Dean Cheryl Brown Marty Caldwell Judy Toler Leighton H. Cumming Leighton H. Cumming Ann Wood Maribeth Logan Leighton H. Cumming
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3.2 Report of the General Manager, Phil Rodenberg A. CARC Project Update Progress has been slower than anticipated due to multiple rain events in September. Thomas J. Wack Construction is continuing grading operations to prepare to pour new building footers. Olympia pools is working on site grading and stake out. B. Five-year Capital Plan Update Discussion of the Five-year Capital Plan has been moved to the November 3 Board meeting so the Planning Committee can provide their input and priorities. Management provided a list of their recommended priorities for potential 2019 (first year) projects, funds to come from the New Asset and Improvement Reserve. None of these are funded at present. C. Other Business A Small Business Day was held at the Community Center on September 29. Twenty-six vendors participated and over 100 people attended. The Golf Course will host Schutzenfest on October 20. Scaryaoke is scheduled at the Fareways Café on October 26 from 7-11 p.m., and the course will be open for a Fright Night Golf event at 6 p.m. that evening. Peter Stalteri has been hired as our new Controller in the Finance office. 3.3 Committee Liaison Reports The Maintenance & Ecology Committee forwarded a motion they approved to request the Board establish a metric to measure effectiveness of ditchlines and forebays. Director Zukowski presented the proposal and asked for Director comments. President Wilks asked Bobby Jones to address developing a metric in his Lakes report later in today’s meeting. Director Pete Brown summarized the recent activities of the External Affairs Committee. In addition to attending Common Interest Communities meetings in Richmond, they participate in a county Economic Development Partners Group. They also track progress made on the GermannaWilderness Area Plan. Seven new communication towers are to be built in the County to facilitate communication among law enforcement and emergency services. A public hearing will be held in Orange County on October 4 for a proposed 55+ community on Route 3. Director Brown also reported there was a ribbon-cutting at the new outdoor Pickleball courts this morning. Social and tournament event dates are being coordinated with the Tennis chair. Four special needs players have recently started playing Pickleball. The club is looking to have a Pickleball social event with Fawn Lake in the spring, and has also donated equipment to the Alice Tyler Village in Lignum for use by the children. Director Clawson said Community and Youth Activities will hold a Halloween Costume Party on October 28 at 5:00 p.m. at the Clubhouse, which will include adults and children. 3.4 Committee Reports A. Equestrian Committee Chair Laird Knights reported the election of new officers. LOWA owns 4 horses and 2 others are on lease. Several repairs have been made around the facility, with more to be done.
The staff would like to have more budget input from management. They have an Ad Hoc Working Group to review contracts. They submitted a request to the Board to have more weekend hours at the Equestrian Center. There being no objection, the Board approved expanding weekend hours if staffing and scheduling can be arranged. 4. Presentation 4.1 Lakes Management Implementation Plan (LMIP) Semi-Annual Report Environmental Resources Manager Bobby Jones provided an update on progress made and work in progress for the Flat Run Forebay and 14th Pond Retrofit with Forebay. Other topics covered included public education, dredging status, progress on roadside ditch reconstruction, water quality testing results, fishery habitat management and aquatic vegetation surveys. A brief overview of the health of our lakes was provided based on water quality data standards. Test results continue to show nitrogen and phosphorous levels in both lakes score consistently higher than EPA standards and are areas of concern that will continue to be addressed using current strategies. He responded to questions from the Board and members. 5. Member Comments on Business Agenda Finance Chair Olive Kelly informed the Board they have reviewed the proposed new projects and Miller Dodson report and are prepared to help with setting priorities. Several members shared information on flooding of their lots due to clogged culverts, excess stormwater runoff and inadequate drainage of ditches following significant rain events. One member commented on nonmember use of the Golf Course. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Adopting Board Goal #5: Construction Advisory List. (D-18-109) Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, that his previous amendment be replaced with the following language and approved as Board Goal #5: “Develop a Construction Advisory List (CAL) to leverage community volunteer member expertise to advise the Board on construction projects from RFP development through final acceptance. Individuals will work with and assist LOWA when requested by the Board and/or staff on LOWA construction projects that exceed $25,000. When requested by the Board and/or staff, members from the list may advise the Board and/or staff on one or more of the following tasks: observing on-site progress; identifying and tracking cost overruns and their causes; reviewing bidders list; request for Proposals (RFP’s); reviewing bids/proposals; identifying potential problems; reviewing contract documents and specifications (plans) and other tasks associated with their expertise. Participating members will report any findings to the Board regarding their observation of deficiencies; potential omissions, non-conforming work, design inconsistencies; and other items to be identified and brought to the Board’s attention in the interest of LOWA. The List will include volunteer members with construction experience who have been credentialed in their respective fields. Participating members agree to execute a confidentiality agreement including a prohibition against disclosing information obtained during their assignment on social media or by other electronic means, other than with the Board, participating members or LOWA staff. The participating members will not have the ability to change work, stop work or revise contract provisions.” 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Removed from Agenda. 7.2 Consideration of Authorizing Culvert and Ditch Reconstruction Funds for Golf Course Stormwater Runoff Projects. (D-18-110) Motion by Hoh that the Board authorize the use of funds for Capital Projects R#723 Roadside Ditch Reconstruction, and R#690 Culvert Replacements, for work on LOWA Golf Course and common areas as follows: 1) 6th Fairway drainage repairs: $32,600; 2) Holyfield Park to small Marina Drainage Study $33,000; 3) Sandtrap Lane at 12th Tee on Golf Course $11,950; 4) Roadside ditch reconstruction at Dogwood Court $4,550; and 5) Roadside ditch reconstruction at 3103 Lakeview Parkway $6,635. Following discussion, Director Hoh accepted as a friendly amendment the inclusion of project R#349, culvert repairs/replacements on Gold Valley Road. Vote on the motion as amended passed unanimously. 7.3 Discussion of Replacement Reserve Study Report for FY-2019. The General Manager recommended the Board have a high-level discussion today of factors driving the costs of replacement and repair in preparation for a more in-depth discussion of specific projects at a Special Board meeting on October 30th. It is anticipated this preliminary work will prepare the Report for adoption for planning and budget purposes at the November 3 Board meeting. 7.4 Removed from Agenda. Recess: President Wilks declared a 10 minute recess at 4:28 p.m., and called the meeting back to order at 4:38 p.m. 7.5 Consideration of Non-member Access and Play at Lake of the Woods Golf Course and Fareways Café. (D-18-111) Motion by Hoh, passed unanimously, that the Board continue the current fees, conditions and limitations of Administrative Resolutions 2016-7 and 2016-9; and further move that the Board affirm its delegation of authority to
See October 17 Minutes on p. 5
October 17 Minutes from p. 4
8. Member General Comments Members addressed several issues related to improving stormwater management to prevent flooding events on private lots. 9. Director Comments Director P. Brown suggested considering a security gate at the small marina to prevent vandalism. Director H. Brown advised homeowners to contact the appropriate utility provider and/or LOWA maintenance for assistance in urgent situations. Director Clawson suggested members work to keep their culverts clean of leaves and debris. 10. Scheduled Meetings • Special Board of Directors Meeting: Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at 6 PM in the Community Center. Agenda: Reserve Study. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Saturday, November 3, 2018 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 9 AM. Open Session: 10 AM. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at 7 PM in the Community Center. • Special Board of Directors Meeting with Orange County Board of Supervisors: Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at 7 PM in the Clubhouse. 11. Adjournment: Motion by H. Brown, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 5:35 p.m. Walter Diercks, LOWA Secretary
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Board of Director Goals 2018-2019 Board Term 1. Lakes Management Implementation Plan (Overarching Goals 1 & 2) 2. Communications (Overarching Goal 5) 3. Processes and Procedures (Overarching Goal 6) 4. Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project (Overarching Goals 1, 2 & 3) 5. Construction Advisory List (Overarching Goals 2 & 3) 6. Environmental Control Committee Referendum (Overarching Goal 1) 7. Reserve Policy (Overarching Goal 7) 8. Gate Access Control/ Visitor Management System (Overarching Goal 4) 9. Increase use of electronic voting and use of our voting service. (Overarching Goal 7) Goals 1-4 and Goals 6-9 Adopted October 6, 2018 Goal 5 Adopted October 17, 2018
by Michael Barnett, Erosion & Sediment Inspector The question has been brought up: Who owns and maintains the ditches in Lake of the Woods? First, let’s talk about the ownership of platted drainage easements. LOWA Restrictive Covenants 10.D states: “On each lot, the rights-of-way and easement areas reserved by Declarant or dedicated to public utilities purposes shall be maintained continuously by the lot owner but no structures, plantings or other material shall be placed or permitted to remain or other activities undertaken which may damage or interfere with the installation or maintenance or utilities, which may change the direction of flow of drainage channels in the easements, or which damage or interfere with established slope ratios or create erosion or sliding problems.” Over time, debris collects in the channel of the easements and inhibits the flow of water, causing the water to find the path of least resistance, which may lead to flooding of surrounding areas. The question is how can we help alleviate or eliminate flooding from our easements during heavy rain storms. The first step would be with basic routine maintenance. On a regular basis, especially during the rainy season, the channel should be cleared of debris, i.e. leaf build-up, sticks, logs and trash. Also, if the property owner’s easement happens to be a creek, the owner should inspect the banks of the channel and determine if there are any small saplings that are creating blockages and trim only those. By over trimming or removing the saplings you could cause the banks to collapse. Inspect the channel, looking for any eroded areas that can be repaired with rip-rap. If your drainage easement has a culvert pipe, inspect the pipe for functionality and any obstructions. If the platted drainage easement requires more than routine maintenance, contact the Erosion & Sediment Inspector for a permit and to discuss plans. Prior to any work, aside from routine maintenance, property owners must have an approved plan and permit from the Environmental Control Committee. The drainage easements (ditches) along the road side are the responsibility of the LOWA Maintenance Department, to the point of the homeowner’s driveway culvert. All driveway culverts must be maintained in accordance with LOWA Regulation XVI.G.1.g., which states: “The owner must repair or replace any existing culvert that is disturbed by construction, fair wear and tear or other activity for which the owner is responsible, to ensure proper drainage throughout the entire ditch-line.” By keeping your culverts free of sediment and debris, proper drainage will be maintained. If you believe your ditch is overly filled with sediment, contact E&S inspector 540-972-2220 to come inspect your ditch. Remember, prior to paving or replacing your driveway culverts, you are required to get a permit and approval. Remember that keeping the channels clean and culvert pipes open for proper drainage can help alleviate the flooding during heavy rain falls.
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Bring a donation of non-perishable food for the Wilderness Food Pantry. Get a 20% discount for breakfast at Fareways Café after your run.
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Have a show idea? TV18 is accepting new shows from members and local organizations to air on Channel 18 & our TV18 on LOWA.org. For more information, view our TV18 Community Programming Guidelines on www.LOWA.org/tv18 or contact the Communications Department at 540-972-2278.
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Calendar
Saturday, November 3 10 AM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC). Info: 540-972-2214. 10 AM-2 PM Aging Together Program (Culpeper Baptist Church), free. Register, 877-926-8300. 10 AM-2 PM Book Sale at Wilderness Library. 11 AM-4 PM Fall Dog Festival (EQ). $5 Pony Rides. Info: 540-972-2238.
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SPORTS & EXERCISE (subject to change) Location
Time
Day
Contact
Aerobics
LOWC
8:30-9:30 AM
M, W, F
Church 540-972-9060
Carolina Shag Dance Lessons
CC
7-8 PM
2nd/4th TU
Call to Register Audrey 703-401-5050
Edelweiss Dancers
CC
2-4 PM
SU
Brooke 540-972-4628
Joggers Club
Call
TBD
TBD
Diane 540-388-2930 Donna 540-972-1977
Exercising for Health
CC
10:30 AM
M, TH
Meditation Class
$
CC
4-5 PM
1st/2nd TH
Terry 540-412-2282
Pickleball Beginner Class
CC
11:30 AM-1 PM
TH
Greg 540-388-2540 Sonja 540-972-1734
Praise & Worship Dance
LOWC-WC
10 AM-12:30 PM
W, SA
Sunday, November 4 2 AM Daylight Saving Time Ends
Senior Softball
HF
9 AM
F
Square Dancers LOW Social Club
CC
7:30-9:30 PM
2 / 4 /5 F
Linda 571-328-9247
Tuesday, November 6 Election Day, Polling Hours 6 AM-7 PM. 11 AM-6 PM AARP Election Day Chicken BBQ (CC). Tickets: Larry 540-840-5648. 6:30 PM Wilderness Toastmasters (CC). Info: WildernessToastmasters@gmail.com.
Square DancersLords & Ladies
1st/3rd F
Sims 540-972-3187/ Haring 540-972-1924
Thursday, November 8 6 PM LOWA.org Tutorial (CC). RSVP: www.LOWA.org. Saturday, November 10 9 AM-2 PM Arts & Craft Bazaar (LOWC). Info: Rochelle 540-972-3538. 5-7 PM Ham & Turkey Dinner at Hopewell UMC, 23557 Lignum Rd, Lignum, fee. Sunday, November 11 9 AM-1 PM Arts & Craft Bazaar (LOWC). Info: Rochelle 540-972-3538. 11 AM Veterans Day Ceremony and Program (CC). Info: Dan 540-972-0153. Monday, November 12 Veterans Day. LOWA Offices Closed. LOW Trash Compactor Closed Tuesday, November 13 7 PM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC). Info: 540-972-2214.
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Wednesday, November 14 6 PM Orange County Board of Supervisors Meeting (CH). Info: orangecountyva.gov. LOWA Board Dinner Meeting with Orange County Board of Supervisors (CH). Info: 540-972-2214.
Deadline for submissions to the Nov. 30 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, Nov. 19.
7:30-9:30 PM
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CC
8:30-9:15 AM
M, W, F
Frances 972-5435
Volleyball Adult/coed
CC
7-11 PM
SU
Michael 540-809-7406
Walkers Club
Greensprings Clubhouse
9 AM 9 AM
M, SA W
Diane 540-388-2930
Water Fitness
$
Wilderness Pres.
10 AM & 11:15 AM
M, W, F
Carol 540-972-6739
Yoga – Intermediate
$
CC
9-10:15 AM
W
Rebekah 908-358-8406
10:30-11:45 AM
W
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga – Gentle
$
CC
Yoga – Chair
$
CC
9:30-10:30 AM F ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, BRIDGE & FUN (subject to change)
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Location
Time
Day
Contact
AARP Meeting
CH
9:30 AM
3rd M
Larry 540-972-1847
Art for Fun
CC
1:30-3 PM
3rd TH
Elaine 540-845-4127
Bridge, Sunday Duplicate
WC
7-9 PM
SU
Joe 540-972-8052/Caroline 540972-7688
Bridge, Monday Night
WC
7 PM
M
Diana 540-972-7594
Bridge, Wednesday Ladies
CC
9 AM-3 PM
W
Joan 540-972-7548
Book Club, LOW
Wilderness Lib.
1 PM
2nd W
540-972-9284
Chess Club
CC
6:30-8:30 PM
TH
Jack 540-972-6211
Childhelp Auxiliary
LOWC, rm. 211
10 AM
1st W
Nancy 540-972-2599
Civic Club Meeting
TBA
7 PM
2nd W
Pat 540-735-7998
Civil War Study Group
CH
10:30 AM
4th F
Charles 540-972-2401
Closet Quilters
CC
12:30-3 PM
TU
Maureen 540-972-7010
Coloring Book Club
CC
10 AM
F
Terry 540-412-2282
Craft Group
LOWC
9:30-11:45 AM
TU
Rochelle 540-972-3438
DAR Susannah Chandler
CC
1 PM
2nd SA
Betty Larson 540-661-7202
Democratic Club
CC
1:30 PM
2nd W
Kerry 540-220-8547
Eclectic Book Club
Call for location
7:30 PM
Last TH
Geraldine 540-388-2449
Fire & Rescue Auxiliary
CC
2 PM
2nd W
Marguerite 540-972-3681
Fun Bunch 55+
CC
10 AM-1 PM
TU
John 540-972-5611
Garden Club
CH
12:30 PM
2nd M
Jan 540-972-1630
Happy Tails Dog Club
CC
7PM
4th TU
JoAnn 540-412-1666
Investment Club
WC
7 PM
4th TU
Lee 540-972-0395
CC
9:30-11:30 AM
W, F
Sharon 540-848-8510
Knowledge Club
CC
10-11 AM
3rd TU
Alayna 540-370-0000
Litter Pick-up in LOW
All around LOW
9 AM
3rd SA
Jan 540-972-1630
LOW Fliers R/C Club
CC
5-8 PM
3rd F
Terry 412-760-4593
CH
6:30 PM
2nd TH
Nancy 540-755-2957 Marian 540-270-7554
LOW Lions Club
CH
5:30 PM
1st TH
Charlie 540-903-7796
Mahjongg
CC
12:30-4 PM
M
Debby 540-412-5240
Knitting & Crocheting
Deadline for submissions to the Nov. 16 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, Nov. 5.
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C al en d a r o f E ve n t s
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LOW Lioness Club
Mothers of Preschoolers
LOWC, Founders
9:15 AM
1st /3rd W
Jessica 703-297-6784
Open Mic Night
Fareways
5:30-8:30 PM
TU
Fareways 540-972-2216
Players, Theater Group
CC
7 PM
2nd W
Marilyn 540-972-0392
Photography Group
FC
7-9 PM
1st/3rd TH
Bill 540-834-9866
Professional Women’s Networking
CC
7 PM
4th TH
Jennifer@jenniferbeavers.com
Republican Women’s Club
CH
11:30 AM
4th W
Connie 540-972-0083
LGES (Rt. 20)
5:15 PM
TU
Nita 540-219-7028 Audrey 540-222-3569
Veterans Club
TBD
7 PM
4th TH
Dan 540-972-0153
Wilderness Toastmasters
CC
6:30 PM
1st/3rd TU
WildernessToastmasters@gmail.com
Woodworkers Shop
Compactor Bldg.
9 AM
2nd SA
Hal 540-972-9803
Woodworkers Club
CC
7 PM
4th TU
Hal 540-972-9803
TOPS weigh in/meeting $
Please refer to meeting room location key on previous page
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Happenings on the Green by Rea Hargraves, PGA
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November 2 LGA Fall Luncheon, 11 AM, Clubhouse 4 Daylight Saving Time Ends 6 Election Day 12 Veterans Day Observed 22 Thanksgiving 24 Eighth Annual Turkey Trot, 8:30 AM on putting green
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On Oct. 20, Lake of the Woods and the Industrial League hosted the Eighth Annual Schutzenfest. The first part was a 9-Hole Tournament, Front 9 and Back 9. For this event, we had 100 golfers playing. For the Front 9, the winners were: Matt Kube, Mark Curtis, Nancy King, and David Kerr. Their score was a 29. For the Back 9, winners were: Keith Hayes, Guy Breeden, Dave Allen and Barry Priddy. Their score was 28. The fall weather was beautiful. After everyone finished golf, we had Bean Bag and Horseshoe Tournaments. All of the money raised went back to the community. The Swim Team made over $3,000, $400 went to Toys for Tots, and $400 went to a retired firefighter from Mine Run who was in a bad car wreck. The Low-‘n-Brows played oompah music while the Fareways Café was cooking Bratwurst, potato salad, sauerkraut and serving two types of Octoberfest beer. This was Paul Hibbs, III’s last year running the event. Next year, Keith Neeley will take over the job. Thanks again “P3.” Join us on Saturday, Nov. 24, for the 8th Annual Turkey Trot. Starting at 8:30 AM at the Woods Center, enjoy this 2.47 mile walk or jog on the front nine of the golf course. Bring a donation of non-perishable food for the Wilderness Food Pantry. Register at the Pro Shop or call 540-972-2230.
LOW Community
The Orange County Board of Supervisors is the main legislative body for the county. It is comprised of five members elected by the voters of the county and who serve four-year staggered terms. Each November, a supervisors’ meeting is held in LOW to provide residents a convenient first-hand look at how their local government decisions Photo provided are made. Orange County Supervisors – The Supervisors will conduct (Row 1, L-R) Lee Frame, District their regular business meeting on 5; Teel Goodwin, District 3. (Row Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 6 PM, in 2, L-R) Jim White, District 2; Jim the Great Hall at the Clubhouse. Crozier, District 4; Mark Johnson, Having a supervisors’ meeting in District 1. LOW is a tradition in part because the meetings are well attended. In an effort to maintain that tradition, the Civic Club has elected to forgo its regular monthly meeting and to encourage increased attendance at the supervisors’ meeting. On Nov. 14, the supervisors’ meeting will include a message from Cliff Wilks, president of Lake of the Woods Association, and a presentation of a working draft of the Capital Improvement Program for FY2019–23. County Administrator Bryan David will report on the supervisors’ Two-Year Strategic Priorities and their Legislative Priorities for the next session of the Virginia General Assembly. At 7 PM, the supervisors will provide time to receive public comments. Anyone wishing to address the supervisors during this Public Comment period must sign in on forms that will be located on a table outside the Great Hall. The forms will be submitted to the Chief Deputy Clerk, and speakers will be called in order. After Public Comment, the supervisors will recess for dinner with the Lake of the Woods Board of Directors. We look forward to seeing you at the Board of Supervisors meeting on Nov. 14. Before or after the meeting, consider having dinner at the Clubhouse. The view of the lake from the Clubhouse is spectacular.
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Association News
Tree Removal Requests on Hold
Join the Rules Committee
by Mike Rugless, Chair, Environmental Control Committee
by George Lovelace, Chair
The Rules Committee is a LOWA committee that reports to the Board of Directors. Its primary focus is to make recommendations that assist the BOD in their consideration of changes to the Association governing documents. Who should consider membership on the Rules Committee? ANY member interested in maintaining the Association’s quality of life. The time commitment – surprise - is one meeting on the third Tuesday of each month. The Committee’s Charter is found on the LOWA website at Administration, Committees, select Rules Committee, then Charter. As a committee member, you will have the benefit, as well as the opportunity, to be on the front line addressing matters of interest to members. The LOWA Member community deserves the best volunteer minds available. Bring your skills and enthusiasm; join the RC members who work as a team, problem solving, and analyzing issues, to produce common sense proposals and recommendations to the BOD. You may obtain an application form at the Holcomb Building. Before you decide, you are invited to attend a Rules Committee meeting. For additional information, contact George Lovelace, 571-225-9838.
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As of Nov. 15, the ECC will not be accepting any tree removal requests (live or dead) until the spring. The exception to this would be if a tree or trees present a hazard or danger to the lot owner or his/her property. If you have any questions, please contact the ECC office at 540-972-2211.
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Please remember to remove any political signs by Nov. 7. LOWA Regulation Section V. Use of Property-Individually Owned and LOWA Owned Property, H. Signs, 3. Political Signs says: Political signs may be displayed no earlier than six weeks prior to an election and must be removed the day after the election.
LOW MARKET STATS (through 10/29/2018) as reported in Metropolitan Regional Information Systems: 103 active 37 under contract 203 sold since 1/1/2018
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Lions Host Selven Powell Memorial Golf Tournament
This year’s LOW Lions golf tournament was again in honor of Past President Selven Powell, one of the tournament’s founders and a founder of our Youth programs. Dr. Mike Zollicoffer, Selven’s friend and a fellow member of the Brotherhood Golf Association, offered a special tribute to Selven. We would like to thank our players, sponsors, and many community partners for a successful tournament on a beautiful September afternoon at the LOW Golf Course. We Photo provided would especially like to thank Dr. Mike Zollicoffer pays tribute to our PGA golf Professional Rea Lions Past President Selven Powell. Hargraves, Fareways Manager Carletta Johnson, and their entire team for outstanding support. Our winning team consisted of Charlie Ostlund, Ryan Ostlund, JoAnne Roth, and Bernie Hamilton. Our putting contest was won by Lee Merrell. With strong support from the players, more than 50 hole sponsors, and prize donors, the Lions Club raised money to fund many community projects including: sight and hearing programs, Wilderness Food Pantry, Teacher Grants, Orange High School scholarships, and the medical equipment loan program. We especially appreciate the participation and support of our extended Lions family, including the Culpeper Day Lions Club and the Fredericksburg Host Lions.
Women’s Guild Welcomes All by Julie Phend, Member
Holidays Ahead! All Hands on Deck
Women’s Guild of Lake of the Woods Church meets regularly on the first and third Thursday of every month from 10 AM to 12:30 PM. The meetings are open to all women in the community and new faces are eagerly welcomed. Each meeting consists of a short devotion, prayer, and a featured speaker, plus a light meal and time for fellowship. Coming up on Nov. 15, Nicole Pappas, president of the local chapter of Blue Star Mothers of America, will talk about the work of their organization. The meeting will conclude with a light lunch provided by volunteers. On Dec. 6, Women’s Guild will celebrate the season with a holiday brunch, a devotional talk by Dr. John Howe, and a presentation on how the Christmas carol began, with historical stories of some of our favorite carols. Join us at 10 AM for a morning of fellowship, food, music and holiday inspiration. Please join us! Registration is not necessary, and there is no cost to attend. However, if you need childcare, please contact the church at 540972-9060 by the Monday preceding the Guild meeting.
by Karen Kovarik, Publicity Chairman, LOW Garden Club From Thanksgiving to Valentine’s Day, the winter holidays brighten winter’s dull days. The Garden Club has a full calendar of events for you. Endless Creations of Culpeper will demonstrate the art of wreath making and centerpiece design at our meeting on Monday, Nov. 12, in the Great Hall of the Clubhouse. The meeting starts at 1 PM; light refreshments and an opportunity to socialize will follow the program. Guests are welcome. At 8:30 AM on Monday, Nov. 26, it’s all hands on deck at the Clubhouse to decorate for the holiday. Be sure to sign up by our Nov. 12 meeting so the Club has an accurate count for the luncheon they will be providing.
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by Lee Merrell and Dick Gullickson, LOW Lions Club
Carol Simpson, executive director of Aging Together, will share valuable information for the adult population at the November Locust Grove AARP 5239 meeting. She holds a master’s degree from Georgetown University in Health Statistics, and for eight years was the first director of the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Washington. She has been executive director of Aging Together for two years. Her presentation will certainly interest AARP Ca rol members. Who doesn’t want to enjoy a talk that includes Si m p so n the secrets of living to be 100? Those secrets will be revealed with lessons from the world’s centenarians. Carol will also explain exactly what Aging Together is, and will share information on local community resources available for older adults. Join us in the Great Room of the Clubhouse on Monday, Nov. 19, at 9:30 AM for breakfast treats and warm fellowship. The meeting begins at 10. Invite friends and neighbors. And come to the Community Center on Nov. 6 to enjoy the AARPsponsored Election Day Barbecue. Tickets, which must be purchased in advance, are available from any AARP member or from Larry Eiben at 540972-1847. For only $10 you may feast on one half of a freshly barbecued chicken, baked beans and coleslaw, topped off by a home baked brownie. You may “dine in� where beverages will be available or “carry out� the feast in a sturdy food box. More information is available by contacting Larry Eiben at 540-972-1847.
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The LOW Veterans Club will conduct its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 11 at the Community Center. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. The 11 AM celebration of World War I will feature Mike Rugless as the guest speaker. That war was ended by an armistice agreement at 11 AM on Nov. 11, 1918. This year the Veterans Club will toll the bell 21 times as part of a nationwide belltolling Bells of Peace solemn reminder of the sacrifice and service of veterans and spouses. At exactly 11 AM, the bell will be rung to honor those Americans who served 100 years ago during World War I, especially the 116, 516 who died. In the spirit of honoring veterans, the Clubhouse will offer a free meal to any armed service veteran on Friday, Nov. 9. The LOW Veterans Club expresses its gratitude to the team at the Clubhouse for providing this offer. Further details are included in this Lake Currents edition. Elections were held at the last Veterans Club meeting. A spokesman for Families of the Wounded provided a presentation about the mission and purpose of this organization, one that the LOW Veterans Club provides a substantial donation to. Reservations can now be made for the Dec. 7 Christmas Party at the Clubhouse. The cost of the four entrée dinner is $25 per person. Menu selection and check can be sent to Gilbert Churchill at 110 Cumberland Circle, Locust Grove, VA 22508. For additional information, call 540-9727452 or email glchur@comcast.net. The LOW Veterans Club has decided to invite and to provide free meals at the Christmas dinner for all LOW World War Two veterans and their spouses and care givers. If you are, or know of, a WWII veteran, please contact Mike Fergusan at colmferguson@msn.com or Mike Landers at mikelanders4@verizon.net. More details will be forthcoming as more information becomes available.
Nov. 7, Benefit Concert for Orange County Free Clinic. Featuring Dr. Richard Newman, Organist on Nov. 7, 6:30 PM, at St. Thomas’s Episcopal Church, 119 Caroline Street, Orange. Free Admission. Donations are greatly appreciated. For more information, please call 540-672-3530 and visit www.orangecountyfreeclinic.org. Orange County Free Clinic provides community based care for those in need. Nov. 10, Ham & Turkey Dinner at Hopewell UMC located at 23557 Lignum Rd, Lignum, from 5-7 PM (doors open at 4:30 PM). $12 for Adults, $6 Children 6-12, Under 6 Free. Nov. 11, Annual Hymn Sing at Hopewell United Methodist Church located at 23557 Lignum Rd., Lignum, at 2 PM. All proceeds to be shared between Lake of the Woods and Richardsville Fire and Rescue. White House Ornaments on Sale. The LOW Lioness Lions Club is selling the 2018 White House Ornament for $21. Proceeds will go directly to the Lioness Foundation to provide services to our local community. Call Mary 540-972-4572. Nov. 23 & 24, Annual Christmas Wreaths Sale at the LOW Front Gate. The LOW Boy Scout Troop #197 will be selling Fresh Christmas Wreaths on Fri., Nov. 23 & Sat, Nov. 24 from 8 AM-3 PM. Price is $30 each, which supports the Scouts year-round activities. Pre-orders can be made by emailing cbjr74sa@ gmail.com or calling 540-316-1456. Please come out and support the scouts while also getting into the Christmas spirit. In keeping with A Scout is Reverent, this year we will also be selling Christmas yard signs “Christmas begins with Christ” and “Jesus is My Reason for the Season.” Friendly support and donations are always welcomed.
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Cause 4 Paws. We are in the need of volunteer foster homes, monetary donations and donations of the following: Purina Kitten Chow, Purina Cat Chow, Friskies Pate canned food and Fancy Feast Kitten Wet Food. Proceeds benefit feline rescue. Donations are tax deductible as we are a 501(c)(3) charity. Donations can be mailed to Cause 4 Paws, P.O. Box 301, Locust Grove, VA 22508. For more info see us on Facebook: causefourpaws Locust Grove VA or call LA, 540-972-4960 or Darlene 540-972-8038. LOW Lioness Book Sale. Used books will be sold on the last Saturday of each month from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Ferris Building. Proceeds go to the Benevolence Fund. Book donations are accepted at our book sales and on Mondays from 9:30-11 AM. No reference or text books please. Closed for December and January. Info: Ann, 540-972-4338; Sherri, 540-412-9854; or Helene, 540-412-0798. LOW Lions Medical Equipment Loan Program seeks donations of wheelchairs and rollators in working condition to share with neighbors in need. Donate at Velona Building (by compactor) any Saturday from 9 AM to noon, or call Lion Mark at 540-412-9994, Lion Susan at 540972-2772, or Lion Dave at 540-9722125 to schedule a pick-up. If you or a family member need a walker, shower bench, bedside commode, or other medical equipment, the Lions are here for you! Lions Furniture Pickup and Yard Sale. The LOW Lions accept donations of furniture and merchandise at the Velona Building (Shoosmith Road, near the trash compactor). Donations accepted Saturdays from 8 to11 AM. To arrange for donation pickup, call Cindy at 540-972-1187. The Lions are a 501(c)(3) charity, donations are tax deductible. The Lion’s Yard Sale at the same location is open every Saturday from 9 AM to noon.
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by Dick Gullickson, LOW Church Soon it will be that time of year again - the annual Arts and Crafts Bazaar to benefit Youth Missions at The Lake of the Woods Church. It will be held Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 10 and 11. As always, our doors will open at 9 AM on both days, so be sure to come early! This year, we’ll have all new Christmas ornaments, new quilts in much larger sizes, exciting new jewelry, gorgeous table runners, American GirlŽ and Wellie-WishersŽ doll clothes that rival anything you’ve seen in stores or catalogs, including the prices! We’ve worked feverishly this year to bring you lots of new items for the home, too. And, of course, we’ll have wall hangings and wreaths just for the season, so you’ll have no reason not to come. Remember, on Saturday there’s also a Blueberry Pancake breakfast and BBQ, Hot Dog or Chili lunch, as well as homemade Bake Sale items. Cash, local checks, and all major credit cards are accepted (except for breakfast and lunch - cash only for those, please). So if you’re looking for a unique gift for that unique person in your life family, friend, teacher, neighbor, or someone who helped you during the year with that “special act of kindness,� come where you’re sure to find something special, just for them. For further information, contact Rochelle at 540-972-3538 or Jeannie 540972-4459.
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by Mary R. Nolan, LOW Book Club The selection for the Nov. 14 LOW Book Club meeting is The Forgotten Seamstress by Liz Trenow. It is the fictional story of a young orphaned girl with exceptional needlework skills who is selected to work at Buckingham Palace in 1910. However, hers is no fairy tale experience, as she encounters startling and unexpected personal trials. A beautiful patchwork quilt, an important royal connection, and a mystery uncovered decades later combine to make this a real page-turner. The book is available in all three local library systems (Orange County, Culpeper County and Central Rappahannock Regional). The LOW Book Club meets at 1 PM on the second Wednesday of the month in the meeting room of the Wilderness Library. The book chosen for the Dec. 12 meeting is the classic A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith, still read and loved 75 years after it was first published. For additional information about the club, call 540-972-9284.
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The LGA is gathering today at the clubhouse for our Fall Luncheon. This marks the official end of the golf season and the beginning of the 2018/19 LGA year. Even with all the weather challenges that we faced this year, the officers, various tournament and committee chairs, and many volunteers managed to make it a fun and memorable season. We are so fortunate to have such a hardworking, dedicated group of lady golfers here at LOW. Thanks to the outgoing officers for the last two years of service. Welcome to the new officers, who will be inducted at the luncheon: President, Sheran Marks 1st Vice President, Karen Woods 2nd Vice President, Dorothea Barnes Secretary, Pat Shrader Treasurer, Lisa Halpin Tournament Chair- 18 Holers, Loretta Yurkus and Janice Mincey Tournament Chair- 9 Holers, Karen Cakouros Nominating Committee- Denise Reese and Lori Barnes Even though the official LGA season is over, we should still try to get out on the course on some of the nice days this fall and even in the winter. Call some of your fellow members, make up a foursome, book a tee time, and get out there to play. Your LGA dues for the 2018/19 season are payable now. If you haven’t paid your dues yet, try to do so soon, to assure that you are listed in the new LGA booklet. Make your check for $25 payable to LOW LGA. Fill out a registration form. You should have received one via email if you are already a member. You can also pick up a form in the ladies’ lounge at the Woods Center. Deposit the filled out form and your check in the box in the ladies’ lounge. There is still one more event to look forward to this winter. The LGA Holiday Luncheon is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 7. Look for a sign-up sheet and more information soon.
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Do you believe there is power in knowledge? The Knowledge Club wants to give you the power to know who can help you, what resources are available, where you can find them, when they have been revised and how you can use those resources to your benefit. In October, we had a very engaging and interactive meeting with three professionals from local health organizations who explained the differences when choosing health care facilities for family members or how to start looking now before you or a family member has a need. In fact, we have already set up a date in 2019 for their return. Coming up, we have a few new topics on our calendar to include tax free investing, how to outsmart the scammers and their latest schemes, women, retirement and learning about Medicare choices (especially during open season), estate planning and more. Do you have a pressing need and want more information about a specific topic? Let us know. Our goal is to have speakers that will help you learn more of what you need. In November, Knowledge Club topics are Women and Retirement on Nov. 8 at 6:30 PM and Tax Free Investing on Nov. 20 at 10 AM. Light refreshments are always provided and RSVP preferred, but not required. For more information, please email LOWKnowledgeClub@gmail.com.
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The LOW Woodworkers held their first 1” x 3” x 8’ Woodworking Challenge which ended on Sept. 22, at the Visual Arts and Craft Fair. Pete Brown was the sole entrant, and therefore the First Place Winner. Hal Wood, president of the LOW Woodworkers Club, presented Pete with $40 in merchandise (donated by Lowes, Culpepper) and $35 in cash for his creation, The Crane. Pete said that it took him a day to design and cut out the pieces of wood for his crane. He used only a skill saw to make the cuts. He then screwed the pieces together the following day. Many of the people visiting our table were amazed Photo provided at the creativity and ingenuity of Woodworkers Club President Pete’s project. Hal Wood (L) congratulates The LOW Woodworkers Club is Woodworking Challenge winner greatly appreciative of the Visual Pete Brown for his entry, The Crane. Arts and Craft Club for providing a table at their Craft Fair. In addition to the Woodworking Challenge entry, many woodworkers displayed their woodworking projects. Many of the visitors to the Woodworkers Club’s table said that they wished they had participated in the 1” x 3” x 8’ Woodworking Challenge. The LOW Woodworkers are intending to sponsor a second annual 1” x 3” x 8’ Woodworking Challenge in the summer of 2019. So, for those who want to get a head start on the contest, what better gift for Christmas than a 1” x 3” x 8’ piece of pine and IMAGINE!
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For those new to the area, Childhelp’s Alice C. Tyler Village, in Lignum, is a nonprofit residential facility dedicated to the healing and treatment of children suffering neglect and abuse. Thanks to the generosity of our community, our Auxiliary is able to bring joy to the children through programs such as this rock climbing wall, seasonal parties and events; birthday backpacks; personal blankets, pillowcases and duffel bags; as well as Star Outings, among other initiatives. I should mention the core initiative for our auxiliary, driven by the need at the establishment of the Village, is the Reading Buddy program. The only cost is our time and effort. It is most satisfying. If you want to know more about Childhelp or the Photo by Wade Hardman Alice C. Tyler Village, please check Childhelp children meet out the website, www.childhelp.org. the challenge of Big Country Our next Birthday Backpack Amusements’ rock climbing wrapping for December/January wall at Alice C. Tyler Village one birthdays is scheduled for Friday, beautiful sunny day. Nov. 16, at 2 PM at Judy Swarthout’s home. Email her at vatarheel@aol. com or call 540-972-5566 if you would like to help. In November, Mary Lou McFarland will lead the Star Outings children in a service initiative to sort and stack non-perishables at Wilderness Food Pantry. We have heard only great reports on the children’s’ impeccable behavior from the food pantry volunteers. These children love this work! If you’d like to donate non-perishables, please bring your items to our next meeting, Nov. 7, at 10 AM, at Lake of the Woods Church. Our auxiliary Holiday Luncheon is Dec. 5, with a brief meeting at 11 AM followed by potluck luncheon at noon. The annual Village Holiday Party, with Santa Claus, is scheduled for Dec. 8. Details, including Christmas buddy information, to follow. Please join us at any of our regular monthly meeting on the first Wednesday of each month at Lake of the Woods Church at 10 AM. Arrive early for coffee and conversation. Or contact our membership chair, Jill Humphries, at janjinla@aol.com or 540972-1179.
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A few weeks ago, the team at the Community Center invited LOW small business owners to showcase their local businesses. Walking around the event, it was easy to see who was not afraid to talk to people and who hid behind their tables. It was fun to learn about the different businesses, but it was interesting to see who stayed seated behind tables or gathered in the walkways to share and demonstrate their products. In Toastmasters, we are gathered in the same manner and given the opportunity to showcase who we are and how to build our speaking skills that will help us to engage in conversations with others. The platform of Toastmasters opens up the doors to learn how to communicate who you are and what you are selling. If your business puts you in the spotlight, are you able to comfortably express within a few minutes who you are, what you are selling and who your target audience is? Toastmasters will help you to corral your networking skills, speaking skills and presentation skills in a matter of a few speeches. If you are the person behind the table, isn’t it time to move out front, to be able to present your message confidently and effectively? Wilderness Toastmasters meets on the first and third Tuesdays at 6:30 PM in the Community Center. No need to dress up for a meeting; come as you are and enjoy yourself. For more information, contact WildernessToastmasters@gmail.com.
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by Joe Szadvari, Sommelier More wines for you to try. I like them all! I hope you will too. Despagne, Biface, Bordeaux, France, Vintage 2015 – For those who don’t really like a highly grassy and herbal Sauvignon Blanc, this is a wine you should try. Made from 50 percent Sauvignon Blanc and 50 percent Semillon, this wine is fruity, with lovely white fruit and passion fruit aromas and flavors. A nice creamy texture is also present. Pair this wine with anything you usually pair with a fruity Chardonnay. Price: About $15 a bottle.
Samuel Robert, Pinot Noir Vintner’s Reserve, Willamette Valley, Oregon, Vintage 2017 – What a joy this Pinot was to try. So much cherry and cinnamon aroma, along with an elegant mouth-feel. There are a lot of pricey Pinot’s from Willamette Valley these days. This one is loaded with red fruit flavors and hints of pepper and spice. This is an “easy drinker,” to serve with roast turkey (keep Thanksgiving in mind!). Price: About $16 a bottle. San Gregorio, Single Vineyard, Loma Gorda (fat slope?), Calatayud, Spain, Vintage 2013 – I don’t care how this wine’s name is translated, it’s really good! James Suckling, renowned wine consultant, rates it at 93 points. He is definitely correct. Loads of flavors of black plum, earth, pepper and spice, with hints of licorice really come through, with big tannins. This wine needs a good aeration, as it is quite intense. Certainly a wine to pair with grilled foods, and red meats. Price: About $12 a bottle.
SOLO’s November Events by Judy Ayers, Member
It looks like Jack Frost got an early start this fall. He’s making up for all the hot weather we had. Now that the days are shorter, we’ll try to get an earlier start on Wednesday evenings. If you’ve been keeping up with our group by way of the Lake Currents, you’ll know that we gather at local restaurants to enjoy a meal each Wednesday. If we are going out of town, we carpool from the lower level parking lot. If you’re single and would like to join us, just call Bob and he’ll give you the info you’ll need. His number is below. • Wed., Nov. 7 - Bella J Cucina, next to True Value. Call Bob by noon that day to RSVP and meet there at 5 PM, 540-972-9971 or lernerbobl@aol.com. • Wed., Nov. 14 - Let’s go for lunch at American Buffet (it used to be Ryan’s.) Great food and great prices. RSVP to Bob and meet at the lower level parking lot at noon to carpool. • Wed., Nov. 21 - The day before Thanksgiving. Let’s meet at Fareways at the golf course for brunch or supper. We’ll talk about this at Bella J Cucina on Nov. 7. • Wed., Nov. 28 – Generals’ Quarters restaurant on Route 20. RSVP to Bob and meet us there at 5 PM.
by Lee Frame, District 5 Supervisor The next Supervisor meeting will be held at the Lake of the Woods Clubhouse on Wednesday, Nov. 14. You will be able to see the full agenda on the county’s website prior to the meeting. As in past years, the county’s budget process starts at the November meeting, held in LOW, when the Finance Director presents the Five-Year Forecast. This is a once-a-year opportunity to observe county governing in action without having to travel all the way to the Town of Orange. Each of the Supervisor meetings has a period for public comment and this is an opportunity to provide your thoughts on any aspect of county business. I encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity. When the Virginia General Assembly goes into session, legislative actions that our legislators take can affect Orange County and, in turn, affect the citizens of the county. Prior to the convening of the General Assembly, we advise our state senator and delegate on issues of importance to our citizens. This year we are providing inputs on fair share funding for state-mandated services that we provide locally, several inputs on school funding formulas, support for various economic development programs, water quality improvement funds and the policies and funding for at-risk families and children. We also request that the state does not alter the county’s existing authority for taxation and land use decisions. There has been mention of turning over the responsibility for maintenance of local roads to the counties, along with the appropriate funding. However, we are much opposed to that idea, since it is hard to imagine that the state funding would ever continue to remain adequate. One item of interest to LOW is the request to adequately fund the Virginia Invasive Species Management Plan. The full list of the county’s proposed inputs can be viewed on the county website under the Nov. 14 agenda. The Supervisors just authorized executing a contract for the construction of a new Public Safety Facility. We were pleased that the contract bid came in at $12,187,000 or about one million dollars less than our estimate. This contract represents major progress. The facility will house the 911 Center, which recently combined fire and rescue dispatch with the Sheriff’s Office dispatch. It will also house the county’s Information Technology infrastructure. Both of these are currently located in the basement of the Gordon Building in the Town of Orange; because of being located below ground level, both are at risk of any significant flooding. The new facility will also house the Fire and EMS Department and the Sheriff’s Office. The remaining function for the facility is the Emergency Operation Center to manage major casualties that might occur in the county. That space will also be used on a regular basis for Supervisor meetings and can be used for other purposes such as training. The Public Safety Facility is planned for opening in early 2020. If you have questions about county government or want to let me know your feelings on specific issues, you can contact me at leeframe@ orangecountyva.gov.
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Domaine Piégonne, Cȏtes du Rhone, Cȏte de Ventoux, France, Vintage 2016 – Most red wines from the southern Rhone valley are earthy and intense, with pronounced flavors of pepper and spice. This red is an exception. The Ventoux area is higher in altitude - red grapes here produce less robust wines than down in the Rhone Valley. This is a very elegant wine - aromas of raspberry and flavors of red raspberry, black currant, and mild spice. Its creamy texture is quite appealing. Definitely a wine to pair with barbecue, grilled meats, and medium-to-heavy cheeses. Price: About $13 a bottle.
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If you did not have a chance to see Hello Dolly, you missed a really delightful show. We had great audiences. The LOW Players again wish to thank all the volunteers, the seamstresses who made the beautiful period costumes, those who loaned us costumes and furnished many of our props. Another thank you goes to our construction crew who designed and made our sets. A huge thanks goes to our patrons, the many donors who made purchasing the needed supplies so much easier and the businesses who supported us by buying ads in our programs. The Players could not exist without the support of this community and others who come from many different places. What a great community we live in. The Inn at Kelly’s Ford has asked the Players to provide Christmas season entertainment for a dinner show. We agreed, and on Dec. 14, 15 and 16, we will put on the play A Nice Family Christmas. This show is a mix of comedy with the various family interactions. It is a show for adults, and not suitable for children. For more information, or to purchase tickets (part of the purchase price will help support The Players) please access Kelly Ford’s website at www.inatkellysford.com. As always, we welcome and extend an invitation to anyone who likes theater and is interested in joining our group to attend our meetings. These are held on the second Wednesday of the month at the Community Center in Classroom 1, starting at 7 PM. Our next meeting is on Nov. 14.
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Services 1 CALL ABOVE All Johnny B Quick Services. Driveway Sealing, Mulching, Tree removal, Painting inside and out, A/C Repair and Maintenance, Junk Removal and more. Call our team at 540-903-5473. 1 CALL TAKES Care of It All Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 1ST CLASS EXTERMINATING, LLC, 540-854-6759. “Pet and People Friendly Treatments.” 24 HOUR EMERGENCY Service and Storm Damage Repairs. We work with your insurance! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. A TOUCH OF CLASS CLEANING by Deborah. Over 20 years experience LOW. (Cell) 540845-3914 or 540-972-1554. A&T ENTERPRISES - Household repairs and upgrades. Install Toilets, Water Heaters. No job too small. LOW resident 6 years. References available. Terry 412-760-4593. A/C & HEATING Ask Logan for Repairs and Maintenance check ups at 540-903-5473. A/C & HEATING Installation/ Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589. AIRPORT CONNECTIONS We drive you to/from IAD, DCA, RIC, BWI airports. Reliable service. Reasonable rates. 540-273-2627. AIRPORT RIDES at Lowest Local Rate. Call for quotes. I will coordinate availability and make it happen. Didier’s Rides provides both Lyft and Uber ride sharing. Winery day trips also available. (LOW resident) at 540-661-2377. ALL HOME IMPROVEMENTS, all flooring, decks, basement finishing, roofing, painting, bath and kitchen remodeling, power washing, house and garage cleanouts, additions, house building. Gutter Cleaning and Install Seamless Gutters. Have small backhoe for digging drain pipes and drain tiles. Licensed and insured. Call Jerry at 540-840-2248 for free estimates. ALL TYPES of Alterations. Lillian 540-412-5741. ARMITAGE PAINTING – Interior & exterior painting, power washing, deck staining, carpentry, drywall and plumbing. Tile and remodeling, and more. 540-672-2252.
ASK LOGAN about our Discount Prices on Mulching, and Junk Removal and Moving. Call Johnny B Quick, 540-903-5473. ASK LUKE ZELLO - Inside and Out Home Maintenance Services. Lifetime LOW Resident! Class A Licensed/Insured! I will beat anyone’s written price and donate to a home in India that rescues the smallest victims of sex trafficking. See all our classifieds. AskLukeZello.com, 540-406-3589. ASPHALT PAVING, Sealing, Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BARBARA’S CLEANING. Regular, Move-in or out, or Onetime Cleanings are welcome. Baths & Kitchens a specialty. 540-4239304. BASEMENT BUILDOUT, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BATHROOM/KITCHEN Remodel, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BOB’S GOT The Eye Security. Keep an eye on your home with security cameras anywhere (live). Call Bob at 540-4985026 for a free estimate. BRICK/STONE Masonry - Patios, walkways, porches, retaining walls. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BULKHEADS and DOCKS, Boat slips, Ground level decks, Walkways, Steps and Beaches. Since 1993 we have provided quality, affordable services to our neighbors at LOW. Licensed and Insured, including Workman Compensation for all employees. You won’t hire us and then have us hire someone else. LOWA has contracted our services for the past 15-plus years. Our bulkhead replacement can be measured in miles, not feet. We build many beautiful docks each year. We do not use large equipment in our work. See some of our work at both LOW Marinas, the small lake boat ramp, and the new LOW Kayak Dock. We recently installed over 1000 ft., of new bulkhead work at Meadow Farms Golf Course. Let us show you why we stay so busy. Free estimates, second opinions, and proof of Insurance are gladly provided. Call D&B Services, Inc., 540-972-7361. BULKHEADS, DOCKS, and Decks. Our price, materials, and quality is unmatched. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. C&C DESIGNS - Custom Home Enhancements. Remodeling/ additions, kitchens/bathrooms, custom concrete showers/ countertops, and custom kitchen islands. New concrete and decorative concrete restoration and resurfacing. Decks, retaining walls, and tranquility gardens. Landscaping and leaf removal. Indoor/outdoor ponds, fountains, waterfalls. Interior and exterior painting and deck staining. Custom Pet Homes and Play areas. Call Curtis 540-903-8219. If You Can Imagine It, I can Make it a Reality. CARPENTRY, FRAMING or Custom Build-ins. Call Mark 540845-1816. CARPET STEAM Cleaning – Garland Ray, Vietnam Veteran. Powerful truck-mounted equipment. Cleaning in Lake for over 20 years. 540-832-7602.
CERAMIC TILING For Bathrooms, floors, foyers, countertops. Call 898-7773 for a free estimate. Ask for Bob Yak. References available upon request. CHIMNEY REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CLEANING - PROFESSIONAL Service. Excellent References. Call Lourdes, 703-795-5184 or KandHCleaningServices@gmail.com. CLEANING/HOUSEKEEPING. LOW References. 540-735-4915. CONCRETE MASONRY Driveways, Patios, Walkways, Hardscaping - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. CONTRACTOR - HIRE a Professional without all the material and subcontractor mark-ups. Credit cards accepted 3% fee. Call Mark 540-845-1816. CRAWLSPACE WATER Issues? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CULVERT REPLACEMENT Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CUSTOM HOUSE Painting. Inside and out. Bob Yak & Sons, 540-898-7773. Free estimates. CUSTOM SHARPENING 540308-9895. www.fastsharp.com. DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. DECK STAINING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DECK STAINING/Painting/ Sealing. Call Mark 540-845-1816. DOCKS, BULKHEADS, DECKS, and more. Our company has been doing work in LOW since 1976 and has always given our customers affordable, quality and reliable work. Licensed and Insured and we do all of our own work. My Dad started the business in 1976 and I joined him in 1986 when I graduated from Orange County High School. Most of the original bulkheads in LOW were built by me and my Dad and the design for the bulkheads that are used today was created by my Dad, Rixey Almond. Many bulkheads and docks are still standing after 25+ years. We only use large equipment if it is absolutely necessary and then only with the permission of the homeowner. We also do Log Homes, Log Home Repair, Additions, Garages, Barns and no job to small. We will give references upon request or proudly take you to see our work. When you are planning to have work done always compare apples to apples!! Free estimates, second opinions, and proof of insurance are happily provided. Call Almond Construction LLC., Roger Almond 540-207-0979. DONAHUE HOME Improvements - Additions, sunrooms, screen porches, bath remodels, decks. Over 30 years experience. We do it all and do it well! Resident since 1967. 540220-2764. DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRIVEWAY PAVING, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRIVEWAY SEALING, we use environmentally friendly Sealmaster to keep our lake safe. Call Johnny B. Quick and save money at 540903-5369. DRYWALL - NEW Drywall or Repair Work. Call Mark 540-8451816.
ELECTRICAL ISSUES, Call Mark 540-845-1816. ELECTRICAL ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. FALL SERVICES: Seasoned Firewood, Leaf Removal, Tree Removal, Fertilization, and Much More. Free estimates, Stanley Lawn Care, 540-308-8072. FASCIA/SOFFIT Rot, Call Mark 540-845-1816. FIREWOOD. ALL seasoned hardwoods; split and ready to burn. Stanley Lawn Care, 540-308-8072. FLOORING - HARDWOOD/Tile/ Laminates. Call Mark 540-845-1816. FOUNDATION REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. GARY’S OUTDOOR SERVICE. Leaves and gutter cleaning. Call 540-229-5959. GUTTER CLEANING/Guard Installation - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. GUTTER GUARDS, gutter cleaning, gutter repairs and home repairs. 35 years experience. LOW Home Owner. Kenny Skeen, 540972-4326. HANDYMAN PLUS - 32 year LOW resident and Licensed Contractor. Serving LOW over 20 years. I don’t claim to know it all, and I can’t do it all, but what I can do, I do well. To inquire and for a free estimate, call Erich 972-2664 HOME REPAIRS, Call Mark 540845-1816. HOUSEKEEPING. LOW References. 540-735-4915. INSULATION - GARAGE/ Basements/Attic/Crawl Space. Call Mark 540-845-1816. JUNK HAULING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. JUNK REMOVAL Fast, Call Johnny B. Quick 540-903-5369. JUST THINKING About SELLING your house and don’t know how to start or who to call? I can offer free guidance and a free written estimate of value. LOW Realtor since 1991 Call Vassa Olson at 540-840-9444 or Vassaatthelake@gmail.com, C-21 Redwood LOW. KENNY SKEENS Home Repairs. 35 years experience. LOW Homeowner. 540-972-4326. LAKESCAPES OF VIRGINIA, LLC - Lawns & Gardens. Design, installation, maintenance. Residential, commercial. Call Carlos Ortiz, 540-656-6005 or email: lakescapes.llc@gmail.com. LANDSCAPING HARDSCAPING, Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LANDSCAPING MULCH, double-shredded hardwood. Delivered on dump truck, 17 cu. yds. or 10 cu. yd. size loads. 540825-1472. LAWN MOWING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL, 101HP Diesel ODB Municipal 16” Leaf Vacuum. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL/Yard Clean-up. Call Mark 540-845-1816. LOT CLEAN-UP. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.
SERVICE UNLIMITED. Affordable plumbing, home repairs and service. Licensed and insured. Yearly Plumbing Program. LOW homeowner. 540-287-3984. 24 hours for emergency. SMALL HAUL. For that haul that nobody wants to pick up. 540-7357977. SNAPPER JACK Yard Care, LLC, - Complete yard care, mulch, powerwashing, grass trimming and pruning. LOW homeowner. 540-9075800 or talkingbird@comcast.net. Fully insured and Free estimates. STEPPING FORWARD A New Beginning LLC Life Coach, www. charlotclaudon.com 864-556-0321. TREE CARE/REMOVAL - Premier Arbor Services LLC, Complete Tree Service. Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming. 540718-3794. TREE REMOVAL, Any size, anywhere. Fully insured. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. WATER MAIN Leak Repair/ Replacement, Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. WINDOW & DOOR Replacements by Bob Yak & Sons, 898-7773.
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LOWA Employment Equestrian Center. Part-Time Stable Worker. The successful, dependable candidate will assist with barn chores, including cleaning stalls and paddocks, cleaning and filling water tubs, feeding the horses and blanketing when weather requires. Additional duties may include assisting with pony rides and parties, trail rides and helping with shows and other special events. Previous experience working with Equines required. Clubhouse. Part-Time Servers/Banquet Servers. Flexible hours working with a great team. Must be over 18 years of age, personable with good communication skills and basic knowledge of dining room and service procedures. Ability to safely lift and easily maneuver trays of food weighing up to 25 pounds essential. Fareways. Part-Time Bartender. Successful applicant will mix and serve beverages at the Sports Bar and Grill. Applicants must be 21 years old, willing to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays. Job requires superb customer service skills. One-two years’ experience required. Fareways. Part-Time Line Cook. Position available at the Golf Course Sports Bar and Dining facility. Required to accurately and efficiently cook hot food products as well as prepare and portion food prior to cooking. A minimum of one year experience is preferred along with good communication skills, ability to work flexible hours and a team spirit. All Pay Market Competitive. Submit applications and resumes to HR@ LOWA.org or fax to 540-972-2243. All positions must be able to pass a criminal background check and have a valid VA driver’s license. More information regarding these positions is available in the Human Resources Department. EOE.
NEW! USED ONCE. Sun Dolphin 5-Seat Pedal Boat with Canopy built-in cooler, Made in USA, Call 301-943-2920. PELICAN PADDLE Boat, 4 passenger. Barely used, $200, OBO. Call 540-412-9608.
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HELP WANTED Company in Lake of the Woods is looking for an office assistant/bookkeeper. This person needs to be a team player who pays attention to detail and accuracy and highly organized. Part-time 20-24 hrs. per week, possibly leading to full-time in 2019. Proficiency with QuickBooks preferred, but willing to train, MS Word, and Excel. Send cover letter and resume to kerry@ bandkproperties.com.
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M.A.N.’s DRYWALL, LLC. Drywall and remodeling company. When you see the name Mark throughout these ads it is tied to my company. All work guaranteed for at least 1-year. Insured for your peace of mind. Don’t fall for contractors that mark-up materials and subcontractors. I am personally on every job working beside my guys. Show me a proposal by a licensed and insured contractor and I will beat their estimate. L.O.W. resident for 11 years. Free estimates. Credit cards accepted with 3% fee. Call Mark 540-845-1816. MOVING - DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. MOVING LOCALLY? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. MOVING SERVICE. Call Johnny B. Quick, 540-903-5369. MULCH DELIVERY - Doubleshredded hardwood. For prices, call Brian, 540-219-7660. MULCHING (DELIVERY/ SPREADING). Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. MULCHING 4 The BEST Price, Ask Logan at Johnny B. Quick, 540903-5473. NOTARY SERVICES – LOW. Onsite, will travel. Sherri Lahay Lasover, 540-412-9854 or 202-288-8564. PAINTING - INTERIOR and Exterior. Never sprayed, always rolled to give you better coverage and a better finish. Call Mark 540845-1816. PAINTING- PIONEER Painting: 30 years in business, licensed and insured, A+ rating on Angie’s List. Call 540-220-8439 for free estimate. PAINTING/STAINING, Interior/ Exterior. Drywall Repairs. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PAINTING: Interior Painting and Drywall Repair at its best. 20 years of references in LOW, free estimates, licensed, insured, a LOWLINC provider, A+ rating on Angie’s List. See full-page ad in LOW phone directory. Call Lee Jenkins, Lee’s Handyman Service, 540-854-7408. PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Retaining Walls - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PLUMBING PROBLEMS? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. POWER WASHING- Go from green to clean. Do you have mold on your siding, rotten wood, that’s a HOA violation. Call 540-642-2349 for estimates. Licensed/Insured. 10% Discount for seniors and military. PRESSURE WASHING. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. REMODEL - YOU have an idea? We’ll make it a reality. Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Basements. Call Mark 540-845-1816. REPAIRS & ROOFING. Install new, skylights, Repair Now Before Winter. Clean stains/mold, Seamless gutters. Best warranty. 540-972-9444. ROOF LEAKING - Give us a call for a free estimate. Leaky roof or new, we’ve got you covered. Call Mark 540-845-1816. ROOFING and REPAIRS - No leak guarantee! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.
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