The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 16, No.11
540.972.2237
LOWA.org
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September 21, 2018
2018 Annual LOWA Honor Awards
Each year the LOWA Honor Awards committee accepts nominations of members for the Honor Awards Program. The Honor Awards recognize and reward individuals and groups for their outstanding contributions toward advancing and promoting the community welfare of property owners at Lake of the Woods. The awards are presented at the LOWA Annual Meeting of the Membership. Photos by Dick Durphy & Dan McFarland
Warren J. Lodge Award for Excellence
LOWA Board of Directors 2018-19 Photo by Dan McFarland (L-R) Director Pete Brown, Secretary Walt Diercks, Vice President Jennifer Zukowski, President Cliff Wilks, Treasurer Bob Hoh, Director Carl Clawson, Director Heidi Brown. See election results on page 4.
LOW Realtor’s Fall Open House Sunday, October 7
by Brenda Rogers, Open House Coordinator Selling your house? The LOW Realtor’s Open House will be Sunday, October 7, Looking for a realtor? from noon to 4 PM. You may list your home Be sure to check out our with a Realtor or sell by owner. The Open House generally attracts a large number of advertisers here in Lake Currents or visit perspective buyers. The Open House begins at the LOWA.org/RealEstate. Clubhouse where visitors pick up a map that includes the address and selling price of all houses on tour. Listings are placed on the wall so visitors may see details about the houses. The map helps them plan the tour of houses they want to see. Often perspective buyers are visiting Lake of the Woods for the first time. Clubhouse committee members will be available to answer questions. Visitors are invited to return to the Clubhouse to enjoy that million dollar view. For more details, contact Brenda at 540-9728117 or email: drogers73@msn.com.
President's Letter 2 General Manager's Column 2 Association News 2-10 Agenda 2 Board Minutes 3 CARC Update 3 Priority Notice to Members 5 Honor Awards 1, 6-7 Calendar 9-10 Viewpoints 16 Orange County 21 Classifieds 22-23
The recipient of the Warren Lodge Award has provided outstanding support to his neighbors as an Emergency Medical Technician and life member of the LOW Rescue Squad for over 15 years. He has served as president of the Rescue Squad and in a variety of squad leadership positions. As a medic and team leader, he responded to a 911 call on Sept. 11, 2001, when the Pentagon was attacked. He and his crew provided casualty assistance and helped the FBI in their response. He is also known for his musical talents. At The LOW Church, he is a drummer in the praise band and he o k also plays for the LOW’N’ Brows German band. In addition, he oco B s e l r a Ch plays with the Orange County Community Band.
Distinguished Service Award This next recipient is currently serving as the LOW Lions Club president. He has served and is serving as Team Leader of the furniture pick-up team, picking up furniture donations from LOW and Orange County. He also participates in the Lions weekly food pick-ups from the Fredericksburg Food Pantry to stock the Wilderness Food Pantry. Among other activities, he has participated in building wheelchair ramps for people in need, in partnership with The Lake of the Woods Church. He is on the LOW Planning Committee and the Security Committee. As the head of the LOWLINC maintenance committee, he has helped rt our neighbors to make sure their homes are safe and in good opo p p a repair. As a member of the Woodworkers Club, he has helped R ick R build new counters and shelves at the Food Pantry. He has consulted with a committee at The LOW Church with revising their safety plan.
See Honor Awards on p. 6
Saturday, September 22 Campfire & S’mores Night 7-9 PM, Campground
Saturday, September 29 LOW Small Business Day 2-6 PM, Community Center
Monday, October 8 – Columbus Day LOWA Offices Closed LOW Compactor Closed
Tuesday, September 25 Planning Committee Town Hall on 2019-2023 Budget Major Replacement & Requested Capital Projects 6:30 PM, Clubhouse
Wednesday, October 3 Coffee & Conversation with Board Members 10 AM, Fareways Café
LOWA Website Links
Thursday, September 27 Meet the Management 9 AM, Holcomb Building
Sunday, October 7 LOW Realtor’s Open House 12-4 PM, Clubhouse
Saturday, October 6 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 10 AM, Community Center
Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Info LOWA.ORG/CAPITALPROJECTS dwellingLive LOWA.ORG/DWELLINGLIVE Lake Currents online: LOWA.ORG/LAKECURRENTS
Association News Lake Currents September 21, 2018
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.
President’s Letter
Agenda (Tentative) Regular Board of Directors Meeting October 6, 2018, Community Center
by Clifton D. Wilks
I am proud to have been elected President of the Board of Directors. My thanks to the Directors who voted for me and I want to assure all Officers and Directors that I will do my best to ensure that all our voices are heard during the process of governance of our community. Thanks to Jennifer Zukowski for serving as Vice-President, Bob Hoh returning as Treasurer, and Walt Diercks for serving as Board Secretary. Welcome to Heidi Brown, Walt Diercks, and Pete Brown as newly elected directors. Carl Clawson rounds out the director slate continuing to serve his three-year term. Our new Board members bring with them a plethora of experience. Walt’s training and experience as an attorney will be a bonus as we consider the serious financial issues before the community. Heidi’s training and military experience brings analytic and decision-making skills honed when people’s lives are in the balance. Pete brings real world experience in the HOA world to the mix. I believe that all of us have the best interests of the community in mind and I look forward to working with them. We just finished two days of our Board retreat where the newly elected and current Board members received our annual legal briefing, and we began discussions on goals for the upcoming year. Whether a goal or not, we are going to try to answer the questions of our members. We may choose to answer questions in one or more ways: they could be answered during a director comments portion of a meeting or by placing an article in Lake Currents. If the question concerns a member’s lot, the answer will be provided to them alone. The board reserves the right to filter questions that they feel are leading or loaded with insinuation. A loaded question is one that contains a false, unjustified or controversial presupposition. It means that the question is heavy with meaning or emotional impact or charged with hidden implication. Often, there is no way a board member can answer these questions without implying that we agree to the question’s false assumptions. We will encourage members to provide their questions in writing or by approaching a Board or staff member at the end of Board meetings. The novelist Frank Herbert said, “The undeserving maintain power by promoting hysteria.” If you need information about the Association, then ask Board members and/or the staff and we will strive to provide answers. I encourage you not to seek your answers on social media, as the information provided tends to feed whatever conspiracy theory has been proffered that day. Lastly, on the pending financial matter, please know that we are working with the appropriate authorities, auditors, and others to fully determine the missing funds. We will provide updates when appropriate.
8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION 10 AM 2. OPEN SESSION 2.1 Pledge of Allegiance 2.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation 2.3 Approval of Agenda 2.4 Approval of Minutes: September 19, 2018 3. REPORTS 3.1 Report from Orange County Supervisor – Lee Frame 3.2 Report from Orange County Sheriff - Mark Amos 3.3 Report from Security Chief – Scott Walker 3.4 Report from LOW Fire & Rescue President – Joe Clontz 3.5 Reports of President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Liaison Reports C. Committee Changes 3.6 Report of General Manager A. August Financials B. Lakes Management Report C. Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project Update 3.7 Committee Reports A. Lakes Committee – William Lukaczyk, Chair 4. MEMBER COMMENTS ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS AND NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEMS
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Authorizing Stantec to Proceed with Detailed Design of Flat Run Forebay 5.2 Consideration of Adopting Budget Guidelines for FY 2019-2020 5.3 Consideration of Adopting Board Goals for the 2018-2019 Board Term 5.4 Consideration of Approving the LOWA Text Messaging Alert Policy and Beta Test 6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance 7. MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 8. DIRECTOR COMMENTS 9. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, October 17, 2018, Community Center, 2 PM. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Saturday, November 3, 2018, Community Center, 10 AM. 10. ADJOURNMENT
*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.)
Board of Directors, LOWA, Inc.
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 Pete Brown Heidi Brown
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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)
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
As of September 12, 2018
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 • Demolition complete. • Filling in of old pool complete. • Removal of old basketball court. (New)
This summer, as in summer 2016, all LOWA’s swimming pool activities were consolidated at ONE pool, which made for some logistical challenges! This year, all activities were at Sweetbriar Pool, as the Clubhouse Pool is being replaced. We really appreciated the patience of the water aerobics, swim team, and leisure swimmers as we worked through accommodating the classes, practices, meets, and special events of the season. Rain dampened activities all summer long, with a total of six complete rainout days and several partial days. Our plan to open two post Labor Day weekends was foiled by rainy, cold weather. We had to close the final weekend (September 15-16) as Hurricane Florence was threatening Virginia. Orange County Schools opened earlier this year. Still, Winkler Pool reported a total of 20,004 pool patrons at Sweetbriar Pool.
Association News
A Look Back at the 2018 Summer Pool Season
Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project Update
Our final pool event this year is the Soggy Doggie Swim Saturday, Sept. 22.
Upcoming • Site grading and stake out for new pool in preparation for Olympia Pools (New) • Site grading and preparation for new building. (New)
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.
Minutes of the Forty-eighth Annual Meeting of the Membership September 3, 2018, Unapproved Minutes 10:00 a.m., Community Center Note: These minutes are provided to members for review
CALL TO ORDER President Cumming called the Forty-eighth Annual Meeting of the Membership to order at 10:03 a.m. in the Community Center.
• Participation: Families of all sizes participated, but mostly 1-2 per household. The process of obtaining IDs went well. Most folks visited the pool 1-3 times a week. Those that didn’t go to the pool had various reasons, including a preference for the Lakes. • Lifeguards: Lifeguards were friendly and courteous, maintained a safe environment, and paid attention to duties. They got graded a bit lower on enforcement of rules. • Condition of Facility: The main pool and the activity pool (wading pool) were clean, safe and well maintained. The bathhouse could use some more attention. • Other suggestions for improvement included: Longer hours (earlier in morning, through August after school starts), more shade structures, enforcement of rules (including lap swim), improving the condition of lounge chairs and cleaning lounge chairs and tables. Next summer, we will have both pools on operation, and pool patrons of all ages will find the pool that best suits their swimming needs. We at the Association truly appreciate member participation in surveys. The Pools Committee reviewed the results at its recent meeting. We hope to have more surveys coming your way this fall. See Pool Survey results on the Pools page of www.LOWA.org.
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Communication: • April 30 Information Session was a success with 109 members participating.
As the season was winding down, LOWA conducted a Pool Customer Feedback Survey which yielded 38 returns (32 electronic, 6 paper). LOWA will use the results to help evaluate our pool management contractor Winkler Pool Management, and to help improve service for the 2019 season. Here is a snapshot of survey results:
Pledge of Allegiance CONFIRMATION OF QUORUM AND MEETING NOTICE Secretary Zukowski confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice made to all members of record.
See September 3 Minutes on p. 18 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: 540-9729680 ECC Office (Woods Center): 540-972-2211 M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM
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Equestrian Center: 540-9722238 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; Fri-Sat: 7:30 AM-9 PM Thurs: 7:30 AM-10 PM Sun: 7:30 AM-7 PM Fitness Center: 540-972-9680 Daily 5 AM-10 PM Located in the Lower Level Clubhouse
Golf Pro Shop (Woods Center): Daily 7:30 AM Reserve a tee time 540-972-2230 Golf Course: 8 AM daily Maintenance Office (Community Center): 540-972-2223; M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM Marina Hours: Selling Ethanol-Free Gas Fall Hours (Sept. 4-Oct. 14): Sat/Sun Only: 9:30 AM-5:30 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 Security/Front Gate: 540-972-2210 or 540-972-2020 LOWA.ORG/DWELLINGLIVE Tennis: Alice Mote 540-424-8004 Courts available 7 AM to 11 PM Trash: LOW Compactor Site 672-9600 M, TU, TH, F, 7:30 AM-7 PM Sat 8 AM-5 PM; Sun 9 AM-5 PM Closed Wednesdays and holidays County Waste: 540-727-0887 Curbside trash recycling/collection: Wednesdays
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Association News
2018 Board of Directors Election Details
by Jennifer Zukowski, Secretary, Board of Directors, and Robert C. Haring and Julia E. Toler, Elections Committee We certify the following to be true and correct to the best of our knowledge: Total Ballots Received: Total Invalid Ballots Cast: below.)
1,796 90 (See explanation
Total Electronic Ballots Counted: Total Paper Ballots Counted: Total Ballots Received:
910 886 1,796
Votes Cast For: • Heidi V. Brown 1,096.00 • Walter E. Diercks 964.00 • Phillip D. “Pete” Brown 954.75 • William J. Logan, Jr. 723.04 • Ralph H. Debnam 492.04 • William J. Feterle 359.25 • Adrien L. “Terry” Terrenoire, Jr. 226.29 • Allen M. Priester 208.25 Elected to the LOWA Board of Directors for a Three Year Term: • Heidi V. Brown • Walter E. Diercks
Lake Currents September 21, 2018
Elected to the LOWA Board of Directors for a One Year Term: • Phillip D. “Pete” Brown Explanation by Category of Invalid Ballots Cast: 1 = Previous Owner’s Ballot 9 = Members not in Good Standing 51 = Proxy Holders not present at Annual Members’ Meeting 27 = Paper Ballots received with no signature 2 = 12 members requested code resets; only 10 members revoted. Below are two questions which have been asked numerous times followed by the answers: 1. Why are there partial votes for six of the candidates? Some lots have multiple owners. One example is as follows: Two members share ownership of a lot that is located between their lots. Therefore, each member retains half the votes for this lot; total vote for this lot is one (1). 2. If you multiply the total number of valid ballots cast by three (the number of candidates for which each member was able to cast a vote), why does it not equal the total number of votes cast? Not all members’ ballots submitted voted for three candidates. Some members voted for only one or two candidates. Also, based on the percentage each member owns per lot, a partial vote may be counted for the ballot cast.
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.
Annual Board of Directors Meeting September 5, 2018, Unapproved Minutes 9:00 a.m., Community Center Note: These minutes are provided to members for review
Present Leighton Cumming, President Clifton Wilks, Vice President Bob Hoh, Treasurer Jennifer Zukowski, Secretary Carl Clawson Tom Sheridan
Others Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Linda Brooks, Recorder Executive Session Only Andrew Elmore, Legal Counsel Jerry Wright, Legal Counsel
Absent Jeff Johnson 1. CALL TO ORDER President Cumming called the meeting to order at 9:05 a.m. in the Community Center. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. MEETING NOTICE AND QUORUM CONFIRMATION Secretary Zukowski confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice made to all members of record. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda. 5. CERTIFICATION OF ELECTION RESULTS Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, to accept the results of the 2018 Board of Directors Election as certified by the Elections Committee Chair and Board Secretary. (D-18-94) The ballot results were as follows: Total Ballots Received: 1796 Number of Votes cast for each candidate: Heidi V. Brown: 1096; Walter E. Diercks: 964; Phillip D.“Pete” Brown: 954.75; William J. Logan, Jr: 723.04; Ralph H. Debnam: 492.04; William J. Feterle: 359.25; Adrien L.“Terry” Terrenoire, Jr: 226.29; Allen M. Priester: 208.25. Heidi V. Brown and Walter E. Diercks were elected to the LOWA Board of Directors to serve three-year terms. Phillip D.“Pete” Brown was elected to serve a one-year term. 6. SEATING OF NEW DIRECTORS President Cumming excused the outgoing Board members and invited the new Board members to be seated.
See September 5 Minutes on p. 18
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On September 5, the MGA held the Pappy Yokum Golf Event at Lake of the Woods. This is a tournament where “the guys will invite the gals” to play golf. We had 62 participants in the event. The temperature was Hot – but so were the scores! We had three flights. First place winners were: Eric Barnes and Sharon Carmical, Rich Cox and Pat Shrader, and Dana Compton and Johnnie Brock. A special thanks goes to Don Smith, the MGA president for organizing this tournament. Our LOW Senior Men played a tournament to finish off the year. Their record was 9-8-1 for the 2018 season. The event that they played was a “shamble.” Players would tee off and then select a ball. All of the players would then finish the hole. They would then total their scores. The winning team was Mike Taylor, George Brock, and Luis Amador. Mike Taylor had a Hole-In-One on #17. Way to go Mike! I would encourage everyone to play in the Lions Golf Tournament and Orange County High School Golf Tournament scheduled for the end of September. Team foursomes are still available!
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Honor Awards
Honor Awards from p. 1
Outstanding Service Award
Distinguished Service Award The following nominee has given her time and effort to different groups at LOW. Ladies Golf Association since 2006-- Treasurer, Vice President, Hospitality Chair, and Tournament Chair. LOW Lioness since 2002-- served as 1st, 2nd, 3rd VP, President; co-chaired numerous committees over the years to include eye glass recycling, publicity, Holiday House Tours, and fundraisers. LOWA Activities include Honor Awards, Nominations, and Election Committees. She also coordinates the Wilderness Food Pantry volunteers. The last two years she has participated in Childhelp activities.
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This nominee became active in the Democratic Club 14 years ago when she moved to LOW. She has helped set up speakers and programs; she also started a newsletter to keep everyone up to date on current topics. She also became a Director on the Board of the Lake Youth Foundation and became an active participant in their various activities. She has served on the Lake Youth Foundation Scholarship Committee that awards three to four scholarships each year to LOW high school graduates. C hri When her grandchildren attended the preschool at the Lake, s C arr she would often volunteer her time for special activities and fundraisers.
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Distinguished Service Award The nomination form for this nominee gave a summary of the contributions she has made. She: 1. Has extended LOWLINC service to the LOW community by initiating a monthly Speaker Series with programs on Alzheimer’s, physical therapy, medical power of attorney and advanced directives, and dealing with shoulder pain. 2. Mentors UMW Honor students in developing a smart phone instructional manual for seniors. 3. Initiated collaboration with AARP on an upcoming Medicare workshop at LOW. k e 4. Is an active volunteer with LOWLINC;-drove 1,057 miles, o ur performed 97 services, and spent 130 hours in direct volunteer to C a r o ly n R members. She has taken a leadership role with LOWLINC and is the “go to” for technical and IT support.
Outstanding Service Award The following nominee has volunteered for a number of activities with various LOW groups. She has been described by one of the members of the Ladies Golf Association as a “true work-horse.” She has chaired the 9-Hole Hospitality, been 2nd vice president, and volunteers with various events. She also volunteers with many other Community Activities. She has been Correspondence Secretary for the Childhelp Auxiliary, Chairperson for LOW Lioness activities, and does a monthly newsletter for the LOW Fun s n e Bowling League. r a B D o ro th e a
Distinguished Service Award This next gentleman has made many contributions to the AARP organization. These include serving as Co-Chair for AARP Election Day Chicken BBQ. This allows the group to help the Headstart Program, Police Academy, Orange County K-9 program, Lake Youth Foundation, Fire and Rescue, and other programs. He has donated two days of his time in support of a “Day of Service” at the Paul Stephan Foundation in Orange County. He was involved in establishing a “Recognition Award Program” later changed to Joh the Carla Wascalus Award Program. This is awarded to n Tr ac h members who go above and beyond in serving the community. When Hurricane Harvey hit in Houston, he started all the dialogue about providing support for the victims. Working with Sheriff Amos, two large vans loaded with supplies/food were sent to the people of Houston.
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Honor Awards from p. 6
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This LOW resident is honored for her exceptional volunteer work at Locust Grove Middle School. She volunteered every week for the last three years, supporting teachers in whatever they needed. At the end of the school year in early June, a prom was planned for the graduating 8th graders. There was concern that some of the girls might not be able to attend the dance for a variety of reasons. When a teacher asked her help to make this a memorable time for these young girls, Karen went right to work. She sought contributions from friends and organizations in LOW. Generous donors contributed K ar en S over $1000 in money and gift cards. Every girl was given a $10 tr o ll o gift card to spend on herself and treated to a special pair of slippers. Karen was able to find prom dresses for all the girls from donors and thrift shops. As a result of Karen’s efforts and many helping hands, 26 girls had a wonderful time at their first prom. Everyone felt wonderful and special. Community Service Organization - Lake of the Woods Lions Club
The next nominee has worked with her husband for many years to deliver food from the Wilderness Food Pantry to shut in families. Through LOW Lioness Club she has spearheaded drives for Safe House, a nonprofit that provides shelter for abused women and children. She has also led several drives for school supplies for Orange County Headstart. Another activity she is involved in is setting up social activities at Germanna Heights Apartments, a low income 55+ housing community.
Outstanding Service Award This next nominee has been a member of the Ladies Golf Association since 1990. Over the years she has served as Secretary, Vice President, and President; she has also served on various committees. She started and ran the Sadie Hawkins event and organized a Member/ Member Tournament. She also organized a Cancer Tournament and sends cards and sentiments to members who have been ill or died.
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Outstanding Service Award Five years ago this nominee started project Turn Orange Blue for Autism Awareness. The goal was to get every school involved this project. This year was the fifth year and all nine schools were involved for one week in the month of April. Students are provided with facts about autism, characteristics, and needs of their fellow classmates. He also participates with Bugles Across America. He has performed Taps at military funerals and veterans events in Virginia., D.C., and Maryland. He has played at Arlington and at LOW Veterans events. He also teaches chess to local n er elementary school students. B en Cor
President’s Award The recipient of the President’s Award has served LOW in a multitude of ways. Stan has been involved with so many service projects that they are too numerous to mention. Stan is a member of the Lions Club and has been a key volunteer in supporting many of their projects. Stan’s crowning service to our community has been his leadership on coordinating the annual LOW Independence Day Parade.
A Few Words of Thanks to LOWA Members If you voted for me in the Board of Directors election, thank you for your encouragement and support.
If you didn’t vote for me, I plan to listen hard and work to earn your trust.
If you didn’t vote in this election, please consider voting in the future.
Let’s work together as volunteers for our great community! Walt Diercks wdierckslowabod@gmail.com, (202) 288-4500 Paid for by Walt Diercks
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Outgoing Board Members: The following board members are being honored for their service to the Lake of the Woods Association and community: Leighton Cumming, Tom Sheridan, and Jeff Johnson.
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This group has been serving Lake of the Woods and Orange County since 1982. Services include the Wilderness Food Pantry, medical equipment program, scholarships for Orange County High School and Germanna Community College, teacher grants for Orange County schools, blood drives, eye glass recycling, eye glasses and hearing aids, and one-time emergency financial support. Some recent accomplishments include: The Food Pantry fed 500 families and distributed 38 tons of food. The scholarship program provided $10,000 in scholarships. There was $5,000 in teacher grants. The eye glass recycling team collected, cleaned, and classified over 40,000 pairs of eyeglasses to be distributed all over the world.
Honor Awards
Outstanding Service Award
Leighton Cumming, Tom Sheridan, and Jeff Johnson
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Association News
2018 LOWA COMMITTEES FUN TOURNAMENT Wednesday October 10 10:00 AM Shotgun 4 Person Captains Choice Tournament Enjoy a fun day on the LOW Golf Course and get to know other committee members! Special contests for men and women will include: Closest to the Pin, Closest to the Line, and other surprises. Men –Gold Tees Women – Silver Tees
Campfire & S’mores Night Join us for S’more fun
@ LOW campground pavilion on September 22 from 7-9pm.
Lunch & prizes are included in the tournament Please sign up in your committees and send the sign up sheet to the LOW Pro Shop by Monday October 1
We’ll have the sticks ready and
Lake Currents September 21, 2018
marshmallows ready to toast. S’mores provided by LOWA Community & Youth Activities Committee
Join us for some outdoor fun!
Save the Date
(Bring a Guest)
The Susan Allen Republican Women’s Club Invites you to Get the Facts:
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Sign up for golf at Pro Shop ($35 per person) 9 AM Shotgun Band plays free from 1pm-5pm
NUTRITION 101 will be presented by Patricia Padgett, a registered nurse. She will explain how to shop the outer perimeter of the grocery store.
Schützenfest 2018
MEDICINAL MARIJUANA will be presented by Don Garrett. He will talk about the healing benefits of medical marijuana.
Eighth Annual October Festival held at the LOW Woods Center
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September 26 – 11:30 AM LOW Clubhouse luncheon Make reservations by calling Toni at 540-972-0295
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Festivities 12:30 - 5 PM Nine Hole Scramble Moon Bounce for Kids Corn Bag Toss Horseshoes Kiddies Corn Bag Toss Listen to free music performed by our very own Oompah Band
German Food & Beer / Prizes for the most skilled! Saturday, October 20th Hosted by the LOW Thursday Men’s Industrial Golf League to benefit LOW Swim Team
TV18, shown on Comcast Channel 18, features unique shows designed especially for Lake of the Woods. NOTE: Schedule shown is subject to change, updated channel guide can be seen on our Facebook page. To view our videos online visit: LOWA.ORG/TV18.
September 21 – September 27 8 AM
LOWA Annual Meeting of the Membership
9 AM
LOWA Regular Board of Directors –
NOON
September 19th Meeting
Real Virginia
1 PM
LOW Players – Fiddler On The Roof
5 PM
LOWA Regular Board of Directors –
September 19th Meeting
September 28 – October 4 8 AM
TBA
9 AM
LOWA Regular Board of Directors –
1 PM
Real Virginia
5 PM
LOWA Regular Board of Directors –
September 19th Meeting
September 19th Meeting
To view Board Meetings and General Administration Videos, visit
www.LOWA.org/Videos
Wednesday, October 3 10 AM Coffee & Conversation with President Cliff Wilks and Director Pete Brown, FC Saturday, October 6 10 AM LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC Committee Meetings: Members are encouraged to attend. Meetings are subject to change; contact the Committee Chair for current information. Visit www.LOWA.org/ Committees. Golf: 9/24, 3 PM, WC Investment: 9/24, 1 PM, CC Treasurer Mtg to follow Elections: 9/25, 10 AM, CC Communications: 9/26, 3 PM, WC Planning: 9/26, 7 PM, CC ECC: 9/27, 8:30 AM, WC Finance: 10/1, 7 PM, CC Fitness: 10/2, 4 PM, CC Safety/Security: 10/3, 3 PM, WC External Affairs: 10/8, 7 PM, CC Community/Youth: 10/8, 7 PM, CC
Meeting Facility Key: CC Community Center CCCR Community Center Classroom CR Community Center Craft Room CH Clubhouse CHGH Clubhouse Great Hall CHPR Clubhouse President’s Room EQ Equestrian Center FC Fareways Cafe HF Hollyfield Park LGES Locust Grove Elementary School (Rt. 20) LLCH Lower Level Clubhouse LOWC LOW Church MCR Maintenance Conference Room RR Holcomb Building Reading Room SB Sweetbriar Park ULH Upper Level Holcomb WC Woods Center
Schedule of Board Meetings from September 2018 - August 2019 - Subject to Change Event Date Location Time Organizational Meeting - New Board Wednesday, September 5, 2018 Community Center 9:00am Special Meeting - Board Retreat & Tuesday, September 11 and Community Center 9:00am - 5:00pm Annual Legal Briefing Wednesday, September 12, 2018 Community Center 9:00am - 5:00pm Meeting Wednesday, September 19, 2018 Community Center 2:00pm Meeting Saturday, October 6, 2018 Community Center 10:00am Meeting Wednesday, October 17, 2018 Community Center 2:00pm Meeting Saturday, November 3, 2018 Community Center 10:00am Meeting Tuesday, November 13, 2018 Community Center 7:00pm Dinner Meeting with Orange County BOS Wednesday, November 14, 2018 Clubhouse 6:00pm Meeting Wednesday, December 12, 2018 Community Center 2:00pm Meeting Saturday, January 5, 2019 Community Center 10:00am Meeting Tuesday, January 15, 2019 Community Center 7:00pm Meeting Saturday, February 2, 2019 Community Center 10:00am Meeting Wednesday, February 20, 2019 Community Center 2:00pm Meeting Saturday, March 2, 2019 Community Center 10:00am Meeting Wednesday, March 20, 2019 Community Center 2:00pm Meeting Saturday, April 6, 2019 Community Center 10:00am Meeting Tuesday, April 16, 2019 Community Center 7:00pm Meeting Saturday, May 4, 2019 Community Center 10:00am Meeting Wednesday, May 15, 2019 Community Center 2:00pm Meeting Wednesday, June 5, 2019 Community Center 2:00pm Meeting Wednesday, June 26, 2019 Community Center 2:00pm Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Community Center 7:00pm Meeting Saturday, August 3, 2019 Community Center 10:00am Meeting Wednesday, August 21, 2019 Community Center 2:00pm *Special Meetings of the Board will be announced through LOWA media outlets.
Lake Currents September 21, 2018
Members, have a show idea? TV18 is now accepting new shows from members and local organizations to air on Channel 18 & our TV18 YouTube Channel. For more information, view our TV18 Community Programming Guidelines on www.LOWA.org/tv18 or contact the Communications Department at 972-2278.
Thursday, September 27 9 AM Meet the Management, HB
Association News
Tuesday, September 25 Planning Committee Town Hall on 2019-2023 Budget, Major Replacement & Requested Capital Projects 6:30 PM, CH
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Saturday, September 22 10 AM-12 PM Soggy Doggie Swim at Sweetbriar Pool. Info: 540-9729680. 10 AM-5 PM LOW Art Show & Sale (CC). Info: Jan 540-972-9355. 7-9 PM Campfire & S’mores Night (Campground).
Calendar
Sunday, September 23 10 AM-5 PM LOW Art Show & Sale (CC). Info: Jan 540-972-9355. 12-4 PM LOW Wine Tasting featuring local wines, fee (SB). Tickets: www.lowlinc.org. Tuesday, September 25 12-6 PM Red Cross Blood Drive (CC). Info: Christy 540-412-2470. 6:30 PM Planning Committee Town Hall on 2019-2023 Budget, Major Replacement & Requested Capital Projects (CH). 5 PM Orange County Board of Supervisors Meeting (Gordon Bldg.). Info: orangecountyva.gov. Wednesday, September 26 11:30 AM Republican Women’s Club Meeting (CH). Reserve: Toni 540-972-0295. 7 PM Civic Club Meeting (CH). Info: Pat 540-735-7998. Thursday, September 27 9 AM Meet the Management (HB). Info: 540-972-2214. 10:30 AM Civil War Study Group Meeting (CH). Info: civilwarstudygroup.org. 7 PM LOW Veterans Club Meeting (CC). Info: Dan 540-972-0153.
Lake Currents September 21, 2017
Friday, September 28 9 AM-3 PM Lioness Card Party/ Luncheon (CH). Reserve: Jan 540972-8888. Saturday, September 29 6:30 AM LOW Angler Wildcard Tournament (CH Dock). Info: lowangler.webs.com. 2-6 PM LOW Small Business Day (CC). Info: 540-972-9680. 7 PM Making Joyful Noise Concert (LOWC). Info: 540-972-9060. Wednesday, October 3 10 AM Coffee & Conversation with Board Members (FC). Info: 540-9722214. Saturday, October 6 10 AM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC). Info: 540-972-2214. Sunday, October 7 12-4 PM LOW Realtor’s Open House (CH). Info: Brenda drogers73@msn.com. Monday, October 8 (Columbus Day) LOWA Offices Closed LOW Compactor Closed
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C a l e n da r o f E v e n ts 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
Call
TBD
TBD
Diane 540-388-2930
CC
10:30 AM
M, TH
Donna 540-972-1977
Meditation Class
CC
4-5 PM
1st/2nd TH
Terry 540-412-2282
Pickleball Beginner Class
CC
11:30 AM-1:30 PM
TH
Greg 540-388-2540
Praise & Worship Dance
LOWC-WC
10 AM-12:30 PM
W, SA
Sonja 540-972-1734
Senior Softball
HF
9 AM
F
John 540-229-7940
Square Dancers LOW Social Club
CC
7:30-9:30 PM
2nd/ 4th/5th F
Linda 571-328-9247
Square DancersLords & Ladies
CC
7:30-9:30 PM
1st/3rd F
Sims 540-972-3187/ Haring 540-972-1924
Stretch and Flex
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
$
Wilderness Pres. Sweetbriar Pool
10 AM 11 AM & 11:45 AM
TU, TH, SA M, W, F
Carol 540-972-6739
Yoga – Intermediate
$
CC
9-10:15 AM
W
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga – Gentle
$
CC
10:30-11:45 AM
W
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga – Chair
$
CC
9:30-10:30 AM
F
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga – All Levels
$
CC
Joggers Club Exercising for Health
$
Water Fitness
ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, BRIDGE & FUN Location
5:30-6:30 PM TH (subject to change)
Rebekah 908-358-8406
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
Karen 540-972-7866
Bridge, Wednesday Ladies
CC
9 AM-3 PM
W
Sept: Betty 548-2112 Oct: Margaret 540-972-9489
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
4 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
Democratic Club
CC
1:30 PM
2
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
4 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
3 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
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
2
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
Susannah Chandler DAR
CC
1 PM
2nd SA
Robbie Rokosz 540-972-4512
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
Knitting & Crocheting
$
LOW Lioness Club
th
nd
W
th
rd
nd
W
Kerry 540-972-2737
Marilyn 540-972-0392
Deadline for submissions to the October 5 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, September 24.
TOPS weigh in/meeting $ Wilderness Toastmasters
CC
6:30 PM
1st/3rd TU
WildernessToastmasters@gmail.com
Deadline for submissions to the October 19 issue of Lake Currents is Friday, Oct. 5.
Woodworkers Shop
Compactor Bldg.
9 AM
2nd SA
Hal 540-972-9803
Woodworkers Club
CC
7 PM
4th TU
Hal 540-972-9803
Please refer to meeting room location key on previous page
Pickleball Therapy
Village painted the outdoor court lines, and the program will begin when the weather improves. For further information about these two programs or about pickleball here at LOW, contact Greg Stoner at 540-388-2540.
by Greg Stoner, LOW Pickleball “I don’t need therapy, all I need is pickleball” was my philosophy after I went through quadruple heart bypass surgery in 2012. My surgery occurred five months after I was introduced to pickleball, and I had become addicted to the sport. My cardiologist told me that I had to wait six months before resuming pickleball. Playing pickleball again in six months was my mental and physical prescription for therapy. Pickleball Magazine recently featured two articles about people who reaped the emotional and physical health benefits of the sport. The first profile is of Kory Kelly, a veteran battling Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, who became hooked on pickleball after participating in a local tournament. Kory and a friend, who also suffers from PTSD, joined a YMCA to play pickleball. As Kory says, “That’s when we both realized pickleball had become more than a sport to us. It had become therapy for our mind, body and soul, and that’s when we began adopting the name ‘Pickleball Therapy’ for our time on the court.” The second profile features Andrew Leighton, who suffers from Parkinson’s Disease. Andrew says that he “found a medicine better than anything else when it comes to alleviating his symptoms – pickleball.” Andrew feels like Parkinson’s is a lesser part of his everyday life because pickleball helps him with balance and footwork and he also enjoys the social aspect of the game. Here at LOW, the Pickleball Club is starting two very special programs. One is for the special needs population living in LOW. We have two players signed up so far, and we would love to see a lot more. The other program works with the LOW Childhelp Auxiliary to introduce pickleball to children at the Alice Tyler Village, a residential facility for abused, neglected and at risk children. The LOWPBC and the Auxiliary have donated equipment. The
Winter Bridge
by Joe Freeland, Member
Art of Aging Expo
Aging Together Press Release Join Aging Together for its sixth annual Art of Aging Expo on Tuesday, October 2, from 9 AM to 1 PM at Germanna Community College’s Daniel Technology Center in Culpeper. Sixty exhibitors with samples and health screenings will be in attendance. Seniors of all ages, veterans, caregivers, families and senior-serving professionals are welcome at this free event. Highlights will include a senior art show; book signing by a local author, flu shots, hearing and vision screenings, mammography van, PBS antiques appraiser Mark Grove, classes on genealogy, legal issues and exercise; giveaways and door prizes. Thanks to Platinum sponsor AARP for providing a free shredding truck and to the Culpeper Star Exponent and Fauquier Health for being Platinum sponsors as well. No RSVP is necessary. For more information, call Aging Together at 540829-6405 or visit their website at www.agingtogether.org.
Lake of the Woods Players present:
Lake of the Woods When: Saturday, September 29th
2018 Performance
2-6pm
Dates ―
Oct. 12, 13, 18, 19, 20 at 7:30 PM Matinee: Oct. 14, 21 at 2:00 PM
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Come out and see all the wonderful small businesses LOW has to offer!
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LOW Winter Bridge will be starting its 21st season this October. You don’t want to miss out! Contact Dave Meadows or Nola Turner to find out details and to register. We can be reached at 540-972-4725 or 540-972-0475. If email is preferred, contact us at: dandjmeadows@mac.com or nolasis38@gmail.com. Entry fee is $80 per team. All fees are used for the season-end luncheon and prizes. Checks should made payable to “LOW Winter Bridge,” and are due to Nola (11105 Lake Nan Way) no later than Oct. 1. Please include the following information for each team: Names, phone number, email address, and mailing address. LOW Winter Bridge is a social event. We welcome all levels of bridge players to enter and participate. Come and join the Fun!
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Lake of the Woods Community Center 110 Sweetbriar Park Rd Locust Grove, VA 22508
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Military Care Package Drive
BOD President Cliff Wilks and GM Phil Rodenberg to Address Civic Club
The things taken for granted are few and far between for the men and women serving our country in combat areas around the world. In November the Blue Star Mothers of Fredericksburg will send care packages to hundreds of U.S. military service members, and the LOW community is helping to collect items to put in those care packages. The LOW Women’s Guild is sponsoring a collection box at the Gathering Place at The LOW Church from mid-September until October 2. There is another collection box in the entry way to the Member Services area in the Holcomb Building through November 1. Requested items for care packages include multi-blade disposable razors, eye drops, lip balm, and single-serving sizes of high-protein meal replacement bars, jerky, trail mix and other snacks. Cards and letters are also welcome and greatly appreciated by our service members. Please drop off your donation and help send some love and comfort from home to those who dedicate their lives to a purpose greater than themselves. Contact us if you would like to help with care packing on November 17 or you know a service member deployed to a combat area. Email BSMVA4@ gmail.com.
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Please plan to attend the Civic Club meeting on Wednesday, September 26, at 7 PM in the Great Hall of the Clubhouse. Newly-elected BOD President Cliff Wilks, along with General Manager Phil Rodenberg, will have an update for us on BOD goals for the upcoming fiscal year, as well as updates on current projects. There will be time allotted for questions, so please bring yours. Wilks is beginning his second year of a three year term as a LOWA Board Member; his first as President. He was elected to the LOWA BOD in 2017, C li f and subsequently elected by the Board as Vice President in f W il k s his first year. Cliff had been an active member on LOW committees from 2012 until being elected to the BOD. He has won two LOWA awards: an Outstanding Service Award in 2015 and the Outstanding Committee Chair award in 2016. He has a combined 22 years of Human Resource experience with the US Patent and Trademark Office as well as the US Postal Service. He retired from the US Patent and Trademark office as a Supervisory Human Resource Specialist in 2009. He and his wife Mary Kay have been permanent residents of LOW since 2003. General Manager Phil Rodenberg, LOWA’s GM since 2011, is responsible for the day-to-day management and security of all of LOWA’s properties. He has extensive management experience, having held positions as rg City Manager of the City of Fredericksburg, Deputy Town e b e n Manager of the Town of Leesburg, and both Assistant City P hil R o d Manager and City Manager of Williamsburg. We hope to see you there!
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Lake Currents September 21, 2018
LOW Community
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by Charles Brewer, President, Civil War Study Group On Oct. 26 at 6:30 PM in the Clubhouse Grand Ballroom, the Civil War Study Group will hold its annual Battle of the Wilderness Dinner. This year’s speaker is a well-known Civil War historian from the University of Virginia, Dr. Elizabeth Varon. Varon is the author of more than a few well-received books on the Civil War. Her talk at the dinner will focus on Elizabeth Van Lew, an antebellum Richmond socialite whose fondness for the concept of Photo provided the union of the states led her to Elizabeth Van Lew provide information beneficial to the Union war effort. There is limited seating for this event. Please visit our website at civilwarstudygroup.org for details including times, menu choices and a link to the reservation form. The meeting for Sept. 27, at the normal 10:30 AM start time, will feature Locust Grove Middle School 6th grade teacher Sharon Grubbs. Sharon was the recipient of a CWSG scholarship to attend the Civil War Trust Teachers Institute in July. She will share with us what she learned and how it will impact her lesson plans for teaching about the Civil War. The meeting will be held in the Clubhouse. Everyone with an interest in Civil War history or historic preservation is invited to attend our presentations. For more information about the program or the Civil War Study Group, contact Charles Brewer 540-645-2705 or go to civilwarstudygroup.org.
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LOW Rescue members (L-R) Deputy Chief Hooper, First Assistant Chief Moody, Assistant Chief Kelley, and Chief Stephen McInnis, demonstrate the use of the LUCAS system to Culpeper Wellness Foundation President Shari Landry.
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Art Show This Weekend; Don’t Miss It!
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by Bill McClellan, MGA Communications
LOW Community
by Jan Moore, Co-Chair, LOWVAC
The Lake of the Woods Visual Arts Council 36th Annual Art Show and Sale will be held at the Community Center from 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturday, Sept. 22 and Sunday, Sept. 23. Sunday afternoon, you may also enjoy wine tasting from noon to 4 PM next door in Sweetbriar Park at a LOWLINC fundraiser. Complete details at LOWLINC.org. Every show is different, with a mix of familiar artists from prior shows as well as new artists recently moved to LOW. We expect to see more photo exhibits as a new Photographers Group has started at LOW. Lake Authors will be back promoting their latest books. Judging for the Woodworkers Club first 1x3x8 Challenge will take place at 9 AM on Saturday. Although school just recently started, some of the Orange County teachers will have displays of student art. Each year, after the show, we distribute the sale’s proceeds to art teachers to supplement their budgets. LOWVAC retains only enough funds to pay for the next year’s show. Remember to bring your Christmas list as this is a SHOW and SALE! You will want to stock up on original cards, too, and find that perfect picture for a blank wall! Tickets for the drawing will be available until Sunday afternoon, when winners will be notified (you do not need to be present to win). There is so much to see and do! Be sure to attend this outstanding community event!
LOW Senior League Team
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The LOW Men’s Senior League team concluded its season on Thursday, Sept. 6 with nine teams competing in the annual “SHAMBLE” event. First place went to the team of Mike Taylor, George Brock, and Luis Amador with a combined score of 321. Second place was the team of Jim Funk, Bill Baker, Jim Hoffmann, and Dana Compton who also card 321 but lost in a score card comparison on the back nine. Third place finishers were Jeff Hutchinson, Marvin Snoddy, and Roy Stein. Finishing fourth were Earl Porter, Charles Mincey, Lark Ahn, and Tom Wertz. Fifth place was taken by Mike Snelson, Mark Strickler, JT Darby, and Jim Ogletree. The highlight of the day was a HOLE-IN-ONE by Mike Taylor on hole #17! Congratulations, Mike. (Note: The MGA hole-in-one pool is still intact as Mike had not joined the pool. The cost to join the pool is $2 for MGA members.) The third annual MGA Lamborghini Match Play Tournament concluded on Friday, Sept. 7 when JT Darby and Mike Hill defeated Jim (Coach) Brant and Dana Compton in 19 holes. Third Place went to the team of Dave Witmer and Lark Ahn. Fourth Place was taken by Keith Neeley and Luis Amador. Winners were recognized at the Sept.19 MGA Annual Meeting. The MGA annual Christmas Luncheon will be held at the Clubhouse at noon on Dec. 8. The cash bar will open at 11:30 AM. The cost is $10 for all MGA members. If you have not already paid the $10 along with your annual dues of $20, you may do so by putting your check for $30 in the MGA box at the Pro Shop.
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Where are you struggling when it is time for you to speak? Audiences, staff meetings, business presentations, job interviews, or everywhere? Toastmasters can help people of all ages learn the art of speaking in front of other people or help them to carry on a one-on-one or group conversation. When you are struck with fear and intimidation, the cliché “silence is golden” can easily become your reason to stop carrying on conversations and resort to silence. How can Toastmasters help you overcome the silence is golden lifestyle? • You can talk about topics that you are interested in, from your goldfish to your latest safari trip. • You receive tips and tools to help you gain confidence while speaking in front of others. • You can make up stories and enjoy the comedy as facts and fiction are mixed together. • You can practice your presentation in front of an audience before the final presentation. Toastmasters is a learn-by-doing environment and we encourage people to never stop learning. Wilderness Toastmasters encourages you to visit us and learn more about this fun group of individuals who gather together twice a month and help break the rules of silence. We meet on the first and third Tuesdays of the month in the Community Center at 6:30 PM. For more information, contact WildernessToastmasters@ gmail.com.
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Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting every Mon., 7 PM at LOW Church (Rm 210). Meeting every Wed. and Fri., 7 PM at 32345 Constitution Hwy. Suite O. Info: LOW Church 540-972-9060. Cancer Support Group for Women and their Caregivers: Meetings are held at LOW Church. Please contact Suzanne Lentine for meeting dates/time or for more information, 540-972-9060. Dementia Memory Café: On the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 2:30 PM, there is a Memory Cafe held at Country Cookin’, 247 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper. This is a social event where the person with dementia and/or the caregiver(s) are welcome to come to talk about whatever they wish to discuss. Cookies and water are available or you can order from the menu. Contact Bonnie at 540547-4824 or bonnired@comcast. net with questions. No RSVP or reservations required. Diabetes support group starting in Culpeper at Wellspring Health Services. Call for info: 540-825-4557; 541 Sunset Lane, suite 301. Find us on facebook @ wellspring health services. Living Water Community Clinic in Locust Grove (32345 Constitution Hwy, Suite H). Offers free medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in Orange, Spotsylvania, and Culpeper counties. Medical care available on Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM. Call 540-854-5922 for appointments. Volunteers Needed. Info: 540-8545922, ask for Suzanne. LOWLINC - Non-profit membership service organization dedicated to enabling seniors at the lake to continue living fully and independently in their homes. Volunteer services provided: transportation, light home maintenance, computer assistance, check-in calls, friendly visits and referrals to screened service providers. Fee-based. For info. or to join, call 1-855-LOWLINC or visit lowlinc.org. LOW Lions/Lioness Wilderness Food Pantry: Located behind Locust Grove Town Center, Route 20. Usually open the first and third Fridays from 9 AM to noon, the second Wednesday from 4 to 6 PM and the last Saturday from 9 AM to noon. Please call toll free: 888-5089274 to verify the monthly schedule and to check for special opening dates and times. Mail contributions to Lions Wilderness Food Pantry, P.O. Box 605, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Info: Stan, 540-412-9854. LOW Lions Medical Equipment: Durable medical equipment is available for temporary loan to those with needs. Equipment can generally be picked up and
returned 9 AM to noon Saturdays at the Lions Building near the LOW trash compactor. Lions also gratefully receive donations of used equipment, in clean and good condition, that can be readily used by others. In case of immediate needs, please contact Dave at 540972-2125, Susan at 540-972-2772 or Mark at 540-412-6694. If contact points are not immediately available, please leave message and we will return your call. Orange County Free Clinic: Offers primary medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in OC. Medical care available Mon. through Thurs., by appointment, and on Tues. evenings (walk-in). 101-C Woodmark Street, Orange. Info: Dorren Brown, 540672-0793. Red Cross Blood Drive: Fourth Tuesday, every other month from 12 to 6 PM. Next drive is Sept. 25. Change of Location to the Community Center. You must be generally healthy and 17 or older. Go to www.redcrossblood.org for more detailed information. Make an appointment online or call 1-800733-2767. Making an appointment saves you time! Walk-ins accepted, on space available basis. Info: Christy, 540-412-2470. Saint Seton’s Orphaned Animals is a non-profit, animal welfare charity providing assistance to low income families for spay/ neuter and preventative care for dogs and cats. Call Jeanette, 540809-2625. Website: http://www. saintseton.com. Seeking Counseling? The LOW Church offers affordable counseling for all persons by appointment. Info: Church, 540-972-9060. The Woods Cares: An AARP program, will run errands and do small repairs, light yard work for shut-ins and caretakers. Free service. Call Jeanette 540-9720726, or Ed 724-523-5255. Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Care-AVan will provide transportation to health care (including picking up prescription medications) and legal appointments for senior citizens (over 60) and persons (over 18) with physical disabilities. Available Mon. through Fri. with minimum of 48 hours notice. Free Service (donations accepted), Call 540-8253100 ext. 3358 or 3013. Vision Impaired Support Group. Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10 AM, Community Center, Room 1. Sponsored by the LOW Lions. Contact: Gail Sauro, 540-972-1629 or Gail.Sauro@ yahoo.com.
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Sept. 29, The LOW Lions Golf Tournament at the LOW Golf Course, 1 PM Shotgun Start, and 11 AM Putting Contest. Coed-4 person Scramble. Get a team together or we will pair you up. $65/person (before Sept. 1) Includes: green/ cart fees/ dinner/prizes. All monies raised will be used to support local charities. For more information contact Pro Shop or call Dick 540412-6062. Good Time Cruisers Free Car Show. Second Saturday of each month; 5 PM until sundown at Locust Grove Town Center, Routes 20 and 611. Family Friendly, Cars, Food, and Fun. Proceeds go to local charities. www.goodtime-cruisers. webs.com. 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 540-9724572. LOW Directory. The 2018 directory is available! Cost is $10 at Member Services in the lower level Holcomb Bldg. Sales benefit F&R. Information: Dick or Carolyn Durphy at dickd9@msn.com; or 540-9723306. Cause 4 Paws. We are in the need of volunteer foster homes, monetary donations and donations
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Winter Bridge Sign-up now until Sept. 30. $80 per team. Contact Dave Meadows at 540-972-4725, dandjmeadows@mac.com or Nola Turner at 540-972-0475, nolasis38@gmail.com for details. AARP Chapter 5239 sponsored Trips. Shenandoah National Park Fall Foliage Drive in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Oct. 17, includes lunch, park admission, and stop at winery, $85. White House Holiday Tour, Dates requested: Dec. 14, 18, 20. Includes U.S. Capitol/U.S. Botanic Garden, $56. Contact Barbara, 540972-4651 or wisecruiser@hotmail.com. Project EXCEL. The Orange County Office on Youth is looking for volunteers to tutor elementary school students who are as much as a year behind in reading. As little as an hour per week could make a big difference! Please email Ginny at project_excel.ooy@outlook.com or call 571-259-8951 for more details and a volunteer application (a background check is required). Lost or Found Pets in LOW can be posted on facebook.com/ LOWlostandfoundpets. Hearing Aids/Eyeglasses Recycled: Place used hearing aids and eyeglasses in LOW Lions boxes at Wells Fargo Bank, Wilderness Pharmacy, LOW Hair Studio, and LOW Security.
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 (next to LOW compactor). Proceeds go to the Benevolence Fund. Book donations are accepted at our book sales and on Mondays from 9:3011 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! O.C. Humane Society. Volunteers needed to do dog adoptions at PetSmart on weekends and/or transport cats during the week to PetSmart stores. Donations are tax-deductible, we are a 50l(c)(3) charitable corporation. Donations can be mailed to OCHS, P.O. Box 852, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Info: 540-672-0069. orangecountyhumanesocietyva.org. 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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LGA News
by Heather Kuzma, Publicity Chair, LGA
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It’s hard to believe that the LGA golfing season is nearly over for 2018. This was the most challenging year ever for our dedicated tournament chairs. The first few months were dominated by the monsoons. When it finally dried out, Mother Nature turned up the heat to the melting point. This resulted in way too many last minute cancellations on Tuesday mornings. That resulted in major headaches for Loretta, Janice, and Karen. They deserve a lot of credit for managing to get things regrouped and get the golfers out on time. Our Match Play Tournament is complete. Congratulations to the following winners: 18-Hole Flight A: 1st Place Loretta Yurkus; 2nd Place Sharon Debnam; 3rd Place Lori Barnes; 4th Place Jeanne Woodward. 18-Hole Flight B: 1st Place Pat Shrader; 2nd Place Karen Woods; 3rd Place Debbie May; 4th Place Sheran Marks. 9-Hole Flight C: 1st Place Joyce Hartwick; 2nd Place Mary Ann Hamilton; 3rd Place Mary-Jane Atwater; 4th Place Sherry Newman. 9-Hole Flight D: 1st Place Garnett Brannan; 2nd Place Mary Ann Rogers; 3rd Place Emily Slunt; 4th Place Barbara Francis.
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by Sandie Frame, Member, LOW Players We have a winner! The last issue of the Lake Currents had a picture of the many ladies from LOWLINC who volunteered their time and talents to make some fancy hats for Hello Dolly. The winning hat was made by Shirley Rowe. She has won two tickets to the show. Congratulations Shirley. All the hats made will be worn by members of the cast or will be on display on the set. If you have not purchased your tickets, please do so and come to the show to see these creations. The cast is rehearsing, the set is being built and the costumes are being made so all will be ready by show time. Show dates are Oct. 12, 13, 18, 19, 20 at 7:30 PM with two matinees on Oct. 14 and 21 at 2 PM. Ticket prices are $29 for adults and $24 for students. Tickets are available on our website lowplayers.org or you can call me, Sandie Frame, at 540-972-6385. If I don’t answer, leave me a message. I am probably out with the dog. Mark Sept. 29 on your calendars. Red, White, Bleu and Brew, across the street, is holding a fundraiser for The LOW Players starting at noon. This is a chance to meet some of the cast members and maybe hear some of the songs, plus get to know others in our group. This neighborhood cafe and gourmet shop features beer, wine and cheese from local sources, as well as domestic and international offerings. If you have not been into their shop this is the perfect time. Maybe we can interest some of you to join our group. We always welcome anyone interested in any aspect of theater. We meet on the second Wednesday of the month in Classroom One of the Community Center starting at 7 PM. Because of the play, our next meeting will be November14.
Also, congratulations to the following winners in the Ladies Club Championship: 18-Hole Champion: Kathy Smith 18-Hole Low Net: Sheran Marks 9-Hole Champion: Dorothea Barnes Three LGA members were honored with awards for their distinguished service to the LOW community at the LOWA Annual Member Meeting on Sept. 3. Congratulations to these very deserving women: Loretta Yurkus, Dorothea Barnes, and Karen Cakouros. Also, congratulations to our pro, Rea Hargraves, for beating all 29 participating ladies September 4 when we played “Beat the Pro.” Dottie Lohr would like to thank the LGA ladies for their very generous support of the Food Bank. Our Tuesday start time is 8:30 AM. Sign in by 8. In October, the start time changes to 9 AM with sign in by 8:30.
Lions Winter Clothing Drive
by Stan Lasover, Lions Wilderness Food Pantry The Lions Wilderness Food Pantry is cooperating with the Flat Run Church to collect clean, gently used or new warm coats, sweaters, gloves and hats for local area needy residents. We will be handing out the coats and other items on Oct. 20 at the Lions Food Pantry. Items may be dropped off in the box at the Flat Run Church or at the Lions Wilderness Food Pantry, or at the Velona Building in Lake of the Woods. All donated items will be distributed to local children and adults in need. Please help our neighbors stay warm this winter. For information, please call Karen Flanders, Flat Run Church, 540-7173728 or Stan Lasover, Lions Club, 540-412-9854.
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After an exhilarating opener by the Richmond Symphony, what can we possibly offer? On Thursday, Oct. 4, we strike gold with Maureen McGovern, who has been described as the “golden voice of musical theatre.” This performance will be at 7:30 PM in the auditorium of Eastern View High School in Culpeper. A multi-Grammy nominee, Broadway and recording artist, McGovern’s starstudded career includes 45 years of concerts, theater, film and television. Her international hit, The Morning After from The Poseidon Adventure, garnered her a #1 Oscarrn winning Gold record. Or perhaps you remember Can ve You Read My Mind from Superman, or We May Never o M c GLove Like This Again from The Towering Inferno. McGovern M a ure en will engage the audience with sentimental stories and iconic songs. She has been called the “Stradivarius Voice.” Both season subscriptions ($60 adult/$10 student) and single tickets ($25 adult/$5 student) are available. The single tickets are only sold at the door, using cash or check. The high school has ample free parking and has handicapped accessibility. As always, you can catch a preview of all our offerings on www. stagealive.org and use a credit card online to purchase a season subscription.
Wine Talk
by Joe Szadvari, Sommelier
Sailing club competitors start the Round Turtle Island distance race.
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Photos by Dan McFarland
Many Americans find European wine labels confusing. The following general and more specific information, based upon European Union standards, will hopefully assist you in selecting future European wines. Generally, EU wines are broken down into three categories: Quality wine – From specific appellations (i.e., regions within a country), such as St. Julian in France. The abbreviation will be “QWPSR”, Quality Wine from a Specific Region, in English. In some European languages it is identified as “VQPRD.” These terms encompass QmP in Germany, DOC in Spain, and DOCG in Italy. Table wine – Other wines, not defined as “Quality Wine.” This includes the French “vin de pays,” or country wine and the Spanish “vino de la tierra.” These wines are looked upon as a higher quality within the “Quality Wine” category. This category also contains wines which may contain country of origin and the vintage of the wine. Wine – All other wines not indicated as above. This category also includes wines not from the EU. However, a wine in this category, such as a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, has a higher status,-since the grape varietal(s) and/or vintage year is indicated - than any other wine(s) in this category. More specific information on a bottle of EU wine may be present: Vintage: This only indicates the year in which the grape(s) were picked. This type of wine is more appealing to customers, since they can then be compared to vintage charts that indicate great, good, or mediocre years. Non-vintage: Wines that are made in multiple years and then blended together. This type of wine has unnecessarily been given a bad rap. There are some really good wines in this category, but they are not necessarily complex, or able to cellar for very long. Reserve: Each EU country has a defined, specific, standard for each region, town, or village. Spain, for instance, has several sub-categories within the “Reserve” category. Not so for wines from the New World (it could even mean a wine has been in an oak barrel for two weeks longer than their “regular” wine).
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Despite gloomy forecasts of little to no wind, five undaunted boats of the Lake of the Woods Sailing Club arrived at the starting line Saturday, Aug. 25, for the club’s annual distance race, the Round Turtle Island Challenge. Four Flying Scots and one Sunfish encountered better than expected conditions, and finished the endurance race down the length of the Main Lake, around Turtle Island, and returning to the starting line in approximately two hours. Numerous lead changes demonstrated the competitive atmosphere of the day, with each of the four Flying Scots leading the race at least once. A unique feature of this local sailboat race lies in how unreliable wind conditions in the narrow and constricted Turtle Island Cove area are handled. The club racing rules (for this race only) allow for any non-motorized means of propulsion to be used while transiting that area, and most racers opted for crew members using paddles to manage the around the island section of the race. This year’s winner was Flying Scot skipper Dan Kilgore, with grandchildren Katie and Alex Reif handling crew and paddling duties. Both grandchildren were first-time graduates of the LOWSC Junior Sailing Program Beginner Sail Camp in June. Apparently, they paid attention! A second place photo finish went to Bill Wemmerus, with Bob Oldach as crew, narrowly edging out Gary Close and his crew of Bill Ruark and Tony “Muddog” Everhart. John Sellers, with Jimmy Lee crewing, took fourth place, while lone Sunfish entry Jean Westholt finished fifth. A mere sixteen minutes separated all competitors at the finish line.
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with the Board (L-R) Dan Kilgore, with crew members Alex and Katie Reif, cross the finish line to win the 2018 Round Turtle Island Challenge Race.
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APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion by Mike Musatow, seconded by Tom Sheridan, to approve the Agenda as published. PRESIDENT’S REMARKS AND RECOGNITIONS President Cumming welcomed members to the Annual Meeting and provided a brief overview of the progress made this year toward maintaining our infrastructure and facilities. Adoption of the final plans for replacement of the Clubhouse Pool/Fitness Center and recreation area and establishing a financing plan to cover the cost was the most significant capital project undertaken. President Cumming explained the reason for postponing the release of the FY2017/18 financial audit by PB Mares, Accountants, and advised members that they will be informed when a new date for its release is set. President Cumming recognized and thanked all past Board presidents and the current Directors, LOWA administrative officers and staff, Committee Chairs and Committee members for their valuable contributions to the work of the Association. Special thanks was given to our General Manager, Phil Rodenberg for his exceptional management of the daily business of the Association. On behalf of the Association, President Cumming presented a check for $42,000 to LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Inc. President Simon Gray in appreciation of the important services Fire & Rescue provides to LOW and local county area residents. Mr. Gray gave a short statistical report on staffing and service calls Fire & Rescue responded to this past year. ANNUAL REPORT OF THE GENERAL MANAGER General Manager Phil Rodenberg provided the annual state of the Association report which celebrates accomplishments over the past fiscal year and discusses future challenges. LOWA remains in good financial condition with a $3.3M balance in the reserve funds, and holds a capital spending plan of $6.5M, which includes the new Clubhouse pool complex. Our assessment delinquency rate at yearend was 1.9%, beating the industry standard of 5% by a considerable margin and the lowest level in six years. There are currently 3832 completed homes in LOW and close to 8000 residents, making LOW the largest concentration of homes and the highest population area in Orange County. The Board made significant progress toward completing the nine goals they set last September. Mr. Rodenberg reported details of the changes to key personnel and provided an overview of the programs, events and the many infrastructure and facility projects undertaken during the year at our amenities and throughout the community. He thanked the Board members, the operation center managers, management team and staff who worked to make this past year another successful one. HONOR AWARDS Honor Awards Committee Chair JoAnn Buttimer introduced the members of the Honor Awards Committee and thanked them for their service this year. Awards were presented by Ms. Buttimer and Karen Kovarik to the following LOWA members in recognition of their volunteer service and contributions to the community: Certificate of Appreciation: Karen Strollo. Outstanding Service Award: Ben Corner, Chris Carr, Michelle Senft, Eileen Appleyard, Dorothea Barnes and Loretta Yurkus. Distinguished Service Award: Richard Rappoport, John Trach, Carolyn Rourke and Karen Cakouros. Community Service Group Organization Award: LOW Lions. Warren J. Lodge Award: Charles Bocook. President Cumming presented the following award: President’s Award: Stan Lasover. Vice President Cliff Wilks presented the following awards: Director Awards: Leighton Cumming, Tom Sheridan and Jeff Johnson. MEMBER COMMENTS There were no member comments. Orange County District Supervisor Lee Frame announced there would be a meeting of the Germanna-Wilderness Area Plan Committee at the Locust Grove Middle School on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 to discuss and get input from residents on a transportation plan for the Route 3 corridor. All residents are invited to attend. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors: Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in the Community Center. Agenda: Election of Officers, Committee Liaison assignments. • Special Meeting of the Board of Directors/Retreat: Tuesday, September 11 at 9:00 a.m. and Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in the Community Center. (Executive Session: 9:00 a.m. on September 11 to discuss legal matters, followed by Open Session.) • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the Community Center. 18
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSE OF VOTING FOR ELECTION OF DIRECTORS President Cumming announced the close of voting in the 2018 election of Directors at 11:00 a.m. She informed members that the results of the election will be announced following a final ballot count by the Elections Committee. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, motion by Mike Musatow, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 11:02 a.m.
September 5 Minutes from p. 4 7. ELECTION OF OFFICERS The Board elected to vote for new officers via paper ballot when more than one candidate is nominated for any office. A hand vote was taken when only one candidate was nominated. Election of President: President Cumming asked for nominations for President of the Board. Director Hoh nominated Clifton Wilks. Director H. Brown nominated Carl Clawson. There being no other nominations, nominations were closed. Clifton Wilks was elected President by a vote of 4 to 3. President Cumming then handed over the gavel to President Wilks and retired. President Wilks then presided over the remainder of the meeting. Election of Vice President: President Wilks then asked for nominations for Vice President. Director Clawson nominated Heidi Brown. Director Wilks nominated Jennifer Zukowski. There being no other nominations, nominations were closed. Director Zukowski was elected Vice President of the Board by a vote of 5 to 2. Election of Treasurer: President Wilks then asked for nominations for Treasurer. Director Clawson nominated Bob Hoh. There being no other nominations, nominations were closed. Vote: Yea: Zukowski, P. Brown, H. Brown, W. Diercks and Clawson. Nay: 0. Abstain: Hoh. Director Hoh was elected Treasurer of the Board by a vote of 5-0-1. Election of Secretary: President Wilks then asked for nominations for Secretary. Director Wilks nominated Walter Diercks. There being no other nominations, nominations were closed. Vote: Yea: Zukowski, P. Brown, H. Brown, Clawson and Hoh. Nay: 0. Abstain: Diercks. Director Diercks was elected Secretary of the Board by a vote of 5-0-1. 8. SETTING THE ANNUAL BOARD MEETING CALENDAR FOR 2018-19. (D-18-95) Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt the 2018-19 Board Meeting Calendar as proposed by the General Manager. 9. ASSIGNMENT OF COMMITTEE LIAISONS Directors accepted liaison assignments to the LOWA Committees as follows: Director Wilks: Rules, Honor Awards, Neighborhood Watch, and Investments. Director Zukowski: Communications, M & E, and Pickleball/Tennis. Director Hoh: Golf, Finance, and Treasurer/Investments. Director Diercks: Elections, External Affairs, Planning, and Fitness. Director Clawson: Clubhouse, Community & Youth Activities, and LCC. Director Heidi Brown: ECC, Lakes, Nominating, and Equestrian. Director Phillip Brown: Board of Examiners, Pools, and Safety & Security. 10. MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS Member comments included a reminder of the GWAP Town Hall to be held at 6:00 p.m. today at the Locust Grove Middle School, and some advice to the Board on working together, accepting majority decisions made by the Board, and the importance of becoming familiar with LOWA’s governing documents. President Wilks then asked Board members to make any comments they would like. He encouraged members to contact Board members directly to get accurate information. 11. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Special Board of Directors Retreat: Tuesday, September 11 and Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. each day in the Community Center. (An Executive Session at 9:00 a.m. on September 12 for Annual Legal Briefing will precede the Open Session.) • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the Community Center. 12. RECESS Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, to exit Open Session at 9:37 a.m. for a recess, and reconvene in Executive Session at 11:00 am. 13. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Hoh, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 10:40 a.m. for the purpose of consulting with legal counsel. Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 11:48 a.m. 14. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 11:48 a.m.
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Come join us for wine tasting and a fun afternoon on Sunday, Sept. 23, noon to 4 PM, at the Lions Pavilion next to the Community Center. LOWLINC invites you to sample local wines at LOW’s Second Annual Wine Tasting. You’ll taste wines from some vineyards you may know and others that are new to you: Castle Gruen Vineyards and Winery, Gray Ghost Vineyards, Hammerstone Cellars, Horton Vineyards, Mountain Run Winery, Old House Vineyards and Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery. Have a snack or meal from one of two food trucks: Ultimate Food Operation (UFO Food Truck) with sliders and other fare, and Talk of the Mountain with crab cake and po’ boy sandwiches. Or enjoy a cheese plate we’ll offer for sale ($7 - cash only). Plus, you won’t want to miss the LOW Visual Arts Council Art Sale next door at the Community Center. Wine-tasting tickets are $20 CASH ONLY at the door (no credit cards accepted) for this LOWLINC fundraiser. If you purchased an advance ticket online, you can bring a copy of the confirmation payment receipt you received in an email, but if you can’t find the receipt, we’ll have your name and your guests’ names at the registration tables. Your ticket entitles you to free tasting. You also can purchase a glass or bottle of your favorite wine to enjoy with your food, or a case to take home. You must show a photo ID with proof that you are 21 or older in order to participate in tasting. We will have a separate entrance with no entry fee for those who wish to come for food and not participate in wine tasting. Wine tasting is open only to LOW residents and their invited guests and will be held rain or shine. For questions about this LOWLINC fundraiser, please email lowlincwine@gmail.com.
The Mergelland Mannenkoor male choir will be performing at the Orange Baptist Church on Saturday, Sept. 29, at 7:30 PM. This free concert honors the 8,301 American soldiers who died liberating the Netherlands during World War II and who are buried in American Cemetery in Margraten. The soldiers’ graves were adopted by Dutch citizens who maintain them in appreciation for the ultimate sacrifice these men gave to liberate Holland. The choir members are descendants of families who are deeply attached to the importance of the Netherlands American Cemetery. There is a waiting list to adopt a grave. Come join us on Sept. 29 at the Orange Baptist Church located at 123 West Main Street, Orange.
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Which is better, ignorance or speculation? Ignorance is missing the possibilities and speculation can be the cause of errors and, unfortunately, finding out too late after you have signed the final papers. A great concern for a family making a significant life changes is understanding the implications of what they are agreeing to. People who are proficient in their job will forget to take a breath while they are explaining and by the time the brain catches up, they are off to another section that needs to be signed before understanding the consequences of what they are agreeing to. Nothing is more important than fully understanding what you are signing. If you do not understand, forego the signature line and ask more questions until you are 100 percent clear. And if you are not clear, ask for another person to help you to understand it. People explain in different ways and you want to make sure you can repeat back with clarity what you are agreeing to. Asking questions and knowing the long term answers can help you to make the right decisions and never walk out from a meeting more confused than when you arrived. The Knowledge Club meets on the third Tuesday of the month at the Community Center at 10 AM. Our Oct. 16 guest speakers will share the differences between health care services. Light refreshments always provided and RSVP encouraged at LOWKnowledgeClub@gmail.com.
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LOW Veterans Club
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by Fred Pulis, Member, LOW Veterans Club One element of the LOW Veterans Club mission is to educate members and non-affiliated veterans about benefits available to them. For veteran residents of LOW, many such services are made available by the Virginia Department of Veteran Services. The Virginia Department of Veterans Services is organized into six service delivery sections: benefits; veteran and family support; veteran’s education, training, and employment; care centers; veteran cemeteries; and the Virginia War Memorial. The applicable information is provided free of charge. The VDVS Benefits Services division advocates for Virginia veterans and identifies to them the benefits and services they have earned. Information on current federal, state, and local veterans’ programs, entitlements, and referral services is available to them in Virginia via a network of 26 benefit services offices. The Veteran and Family Support division monitors and coordinates behavioral health, rehabilitative, and supportive services through an integrated and responsive system of care. The division provides peer and family support and care coordination to Virginia veterans. Their specific emphasis is on veterans suffering from stress-related conditions or traumatic brain injuries resulting from military service. The Veterans Education, Training, and Employment Division provides relevant educational information, including G.I. Bill-approved secondary education, licensure, certification, entrepreneurial, and Virginia colleges and universities. The VDVS Veterans Care Centers provide affordable long-term nursing care for Virginia veterans at two locations. The Richmond and Roanoke centers are designed to enhance quality of life with a clean, caring, and dignified setting for veterans who have served their country with honor. Virginia’s three veterans’ cemeteries are located in Suffolk, Amelia, and Dublin. These cemeteries provide a final resting place for veterans and eligible dependents. The Virginia War Memorial located in Richmond honors our fallen heroes by passing their personal stories to future generations through many outreach and on-site educational programs. The memorial has regular patriotic events, educational seminars, historical museum exhibits, a research library, first person historical documentary videos, and the nearvirtual reality film, Into Battle. For more information about the Virginia Department of Veterans Services, visit their website, www.dvs.virginia.gov.
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by Jim Hopkins, District 5 School Board Member The school year is well underway as students and parents adjust to having the first day of school in early August. This is a growing trend in Virginia as K-12 schools follow the example of colleges and universities. The goal is to end the first semester by Christmas. To accomplish this and meet the state requirement for hours of instruction, it necessitates three weeks of school in August. The Orange County School Board is made up of five members elected by district. Unfortunately we lost one of our members in August with the passing of Judy Carter. Judy and I served together on the school board for 11 years. She was a dear friend, an outstanding school board member. She will be missed. The school board is searching for an interim representative to fill her unexpired term. During early September, the school board will accept letters of application from District 3 residents. On Monday, September 24, at 6 PM, the school board will hold a public hearing to allow citizens to express their thoughts related to the interim appointment. On Monday Oct. 1, the school board plans to appoint a District 3 resident to the school board to fill the unexpired term through Dec. 31, 2019. Following the retirement of Superintendent Brenda Tanner, the school board has appointed Cecil Snead to be our new Superintendent of Schools. He signed a 4-year contact and took over leadership of the school system on July 1. Cecil and his wife Sherrie plan to move to Orange County, but first need to sell their house in Buckingham County. The Sneads have looked at houses in LOW, but nothing can be finalized until their current home is sold. Snead will be the guest speaker at the Civic Club meeting at 7 PM, Wednesday Oct. 10, in the Clubhouse Great Hall. I encourage you to attend the Civic Club meeting and meet our new Superintendent of Schools. It is a privilege to represent Lake of the Woods on the Orange County School Board. If I can be of assistance, please contact me at jhopkins@ocssva.org.
Join Us for Women’s Guild by Julie Phend, Member
Women’s Guild of Lake of the Woods Church meets regularly on the first and third Thursday of every month September through May. 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 lunch and time for fellowship. In addition, the group undertakes a service project each month to benefit the wider community. Registration is not necessary, and there is no cost to attend. However, if you need childcare, please contact the church at 540-972-9060 by the Monday preceding the Guild meeting. The Oct. 4 meeting will feature speaker Kay Zello and special music by Pete and Carol Brown. After the meeting, Nancy Bowles will offer a wreathmaking session for those who wish to participate. Cost of supplies is $3. On Oct. 17, Brooke Chumley from SAFE House in Culpeper will speak. SAFE House provides shelter and support for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. October’s service project is to collect needed items for SAFE house.
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Orange County recently received a grant of $846,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to replace the self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBAs) for all county and volunteer firefighters. The new SCBAs have the latest safety features and sufficient masks will be procured to provide each firefighter with their own mask fitted to them. This grant was a 90 percent grant and the county will have to fund $84,000. The entire amount was planned for next year’s capital program, so those funds can be shifted to other capital projects. The county has been very fortunate to have department heads that have been very successful in researching and taking advantage of various grant opportunities for a variety of projects. As a result citizen needs are being met while providing savings to the taxpayers. The Supervisors also approved and presented a Resolution of Recognition to the Orange Volunteer Fire Company for their performance in the Virginia State Firefighters Association competition. This Fire Company, based in the Town of Orange, scored five first place and one third place finishes in eight events. The Company won the overall competition; their 21st overall win and 15th straight win. The coach and 15 team members were mentioned by name in the resolution. It is apparent that this team is setting the standard for Virginia. The Supervisors regularly approve resolutions and actions for a number of routine functions of governing. At our last meeting, we approved two resolutions for local roads to be included into the Virginia Department of Transportation Secondary Road System. Action items included budget amendments for FY18 and FY19, disposition of two surplus vehicles, insurance renewal for accident, sick, property and casualty insurance for the volunteer fire & rescue organizations, position description changes for nine positions and an interim appointment for a Zoning Administrator/Subdivision Agent to replace a vacancy. Most of these actions are non-controversial but still require careful attention to the details. At a recent meeting the Supervisors approved a zoning ordinance change that revises the requirements for Planned Residential-Traditional Design districts. The zoning for Planned Development-Mixed Use and Planned Development-Business districts were previously approved and this completes the regulatory zoning changes for the Germanna-Wilderness Area. These new zoning categories have not been approved for any specific properties yet, but are available to developers to use when they apply for a zoning change for a new development. What is unique about these new zoning categories is that there fewer specific requirements. The developer provides a master plan that lays out his design for land uses, utilities, transportation, open space, common areas and recreational facilities. This provides a more comprehensive description of what a development will look like before approval. Once that rezoning is approved, any significant change to that master plan requires a new approval. 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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by Donna L. Jenni, Director of Elections and General Registrar
Monday, Oct. 15, is the last day to register to vote or to notify the General Registrar of a change of address before the Tuesday, Nov. 6, General Election. If you are not sure of your registration status, please call 540-6725262 before Oct. 15, for more information. The office of voter registration will be open the following dates and times for the purpose of in-person absentee voting starting Sept. 21: Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM Saturday, Oct. 27, from 8 AM to 4 PM Saturday, Nov. 3, from 8 AM to 4 PM The last day to request an absentee ballot by mail is Tuesday, Oct. 30. The last day to vote in-person absentee is Saturday, Nov. 3. Our regular office hours are 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. We are located at 146 Madison Road, Suite 204, Orange. You are encouraged to register and exercise your right to vote. 21
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3 LOTS FOR SALE in Section 7. Lot #24, 25 and 27, near small marina/back gate. 45k per lot. Purchase before Labor Day, 35k per lot. Contact Larry at 202-302-6216 or 540-972-0922 for more details.
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Rental LAKEFRONT RENTAL for vacations, graduations, reunions at your back door. Sleeps 18. Three night minimum. Call Tom at 540268-0908. (LOWA registered).
Services 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&T ENTERPRISES Household repairs and upgrades. Install Toilets, Water Heaters. No job too small. LOW resident 6 years. References available. Terry 412760-4593. 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. ALL-IN-ONE LANDSCAPE Maintenance - Complete Lawn and Landscape Services. Call Dave 540842-3786. 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, 540-4063589. BABYSITTER AVAILABLE anytime until August 27th and after that only on weekends. LOW Resident, Red Cross Certified. Please call 703-930-3069. BASEMENT BUILDOUT, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BATHROOM/KITCHEN Remodel, Call Mark 540-845-1816. 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. 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. CJ HOME IMPROVEMENTS, Kitchen and Bath Remodel. 540424-1172 or 540-661-8270. CLEANING - PROFESSIONAL Service. Excellent References. Call Lourdes, 703-795-5184 or KandHCleaningServices@gmail. com. CLEANING- By a hard working team of two. Baths and kitchens a specialty. Move in, move out or one time are welcome. 540-423-9304 COMPUTER REPAIR (Tech Sense) - Inclusive technology support: virus removal, data recovery, smartphone and tablet, networking, backups and more. 540-656-7571. www.TechSense.tk. Email: Support@TechSense.tk.
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. 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. 540-2202764. DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRIVEWAY PAVING, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRYWALL - NEW Drywall or Repair Work. Call Mark 540-8451816. ELDERLY CARE SERVICES Be touched by an angel 24/7. LOW residents say “Best care and most affordable.” Licensed CNAs, RN and LPN. Personal care, companion care, special care to remain at home, doctor visits; errands, mobility support, household management, homemaker services. Lowest priced elderly care in LOW and surrounding area. We’ll design our services to match your needs 24/7. Services also include: light meal preparation, light housekeeping and all assistance with activities of daily living to increase and prolong independence. Call Flying Angels, Sharon Hutto at 540-710-3722. 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. INSULATION - GARAGE/ Basements/Attic/Crawl Space. Call Mark 540-845-1816. JUNK HAULING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 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. 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. 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 markup 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. MAID FOR YOU - Your Home deserves attention to detail. I provide a thorough, trustworthy and reliable cleaning service. Call Amber at 757-615-5197 to schedule an estimate. MOVING - DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. MOVING LOCALLY? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.
TREE REMOVAL, Any size, anywhere. Fully insured. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. TYLER’S HARDCORE Tree Service - “We Get the Job Done.” Tree and stump removal from storm damage, mulching, lot clean up, backyard clearing, hauling, and tree trimming. Dead wood limbs removed out of trees. You will be pleased with my work when we are finished. Payment due when work is completed. References upon request. Call us 24/7 at 540-860-6550. WATER MAIN Leak Repair/ Replacement, Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. WINDOW & DOOR Replacements by Bob Yak & Sons, 898-7773.
LOWA Employment Administration. Full-Time Salaried Position: Director of Finance. Seeking highly-motivated, energetic and professional candidate to assume a strategic role in the overall financial management of the Association. This position has primary day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, managing and controlling all financial-related Association activities including oversight of Accounting, Finance, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Collections, Banking Relations, Reserve Funding and Strategic Planning. This position reports directly to the General Manager. The Director of Finance must provide staff leadership and ensure that effective internal controls are in place and compliant with GAAP, Federal, State and Local regulatory requirements. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance plus 5 to 7 years relevant experience required. A Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance with a CPA is highly desirable. Excellent communication and people skills are essential. Must demonstrate proficiency in member management software programs, preferably Jonas. Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office, especially Excel required. Supervisory experience a must. Attendance at Board of Directors meetings, Finance Committee and other relevant committee meetings and community-wide events will require some evenings and occasional weekends. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested and qualified parties must submit a cover letter, LOWA application, resume including salary history and professional references. Applications received on or prior to October 1, 2018 will receive priority consideration.
For Sale BOAT LIFT - 4000# Capacity, asking $400. 540-972-8370 or 703732-9143. FOR SALE - 4 Bladed aluminum prop 14” dia. & 21 pitch. Almost new condition fits many Merc. Alpha some Bravo 1/Os. Half price $75. 540-972-2497. SUN DOLPHIN 5-Seat pedal boat with teal canopy. Good condition $500. Call 703-282-1856.
Administration. Part-Time Accounting Assistant. The successful applicant will work with the Controller and Accounting Coordinator on daily revenue recognition from Association amenities and provide clerical support to the Finance Department as needed. Good people skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy and communication skills required. HS Diploma, 1-2 years’ experience in similar office environment and proficiency in Excel is essential.
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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.
Yard Sales SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 Community of Faith Church Yard Sale. Time: 10 AM-2 PM. Location: Locust Grove Towne Center (rt. 20). Contact stepoffaith@ cfaith.com or 540-972-3294 with any questions.
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.
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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.
NURSE AIDE COURSE. $895 includes tuition, books, PPD, background check. Next Start Date: October 15, 2018. Info: 703-402-2509.
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.
Wi-Fi available at the Holcomb Building, Woods Center, Clubhouse and Community Center. To reserve meeting space in all facilities: Woods Center, Community Center, Lower Level Clubhouse, and Sweetbriar Park/Pavilion, contact the Community Center 972-9680, or see “Forms” at LOWA.org.
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FOR SALE $349,500
Deadline for submissions to the October 5 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, September 24. Deadline for submissions to the October 19 issue of Lake Currents is Friday, Oct. 5.
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MULCHING (DELIVERY/ SPREADING). Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. NOTARY SERVICES – LOW. On-site, will travel. Sherri Lahay Lasover, 540-412-9854 or 202-2888564. 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. PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Retaining Walls - Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589. PEST CONTROL- Call (833) 700-PEST (7378) or WWW. USAPESTCONTROL.NET. Local/ Veteran Owned & Operated. Affordable Residential & Commercial Service; Special Rates for Seniors, Military, and LOW Residents. PET/HOUSE Sit while you are gone. References available. $40 per night. 25 year LOW resident. Diane, 540-538-7121. 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. 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. SERVICE UNLIMITED. Affordable plumbing, home repairs and service. Licensed and insured. Yearly Plumbing Program. LOW homeowner. 540-287-3984. 24 hours for emergency. 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.
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It’s another beautiful day at the Lake! Did You Know?...
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The Lake of the Woods Fall Community Open House will be held on Sunday, October 7th, from noon-4pm. The last quarter of the year is a great time to get your house on the market if you are considering selling. 60 of the 294 homes that SOLD in LOW closed between 10/15 - 12/31 in 2017. This may be the perfect time to sell, so let’s talk!
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Lake Currents September 21, 2018
“Pat and the support team provided practical advice as we prepared for the sale. We got our money back on the additional investments and got an offer within 10 days of listing. The support team also did a great job arranging final repairs and checkups based on the inspection which saved a lot of time for us. Finally, the online tools for tracking marketing activity and electronic signing of documents worked without a hitch. Times have really changed since last time I sold a house!” -The Archers “Pat and her team in particular are incredibly responsive and efficient. I believe they are far and away the most knowledgeable and process oriented real estate company in eastern Orange County. Pat’s knowledge in pricing and presenting the property was invaluable. The brochure that was put together was invaluable in getting the best side of the property to the public. I was completely satisfied with Pat and the Licata Group.” -B. Lookabill “With the Licata group you get more than 1 person working to sell your home - you literally get a whole office. We appreciated all the quick responses and feedback after showings. Even when we called for info on contractors for minor repairs or progress reports when our house sold the response was same day. Everyone in Pat’s office is involved in the process. Call her!” -The Letoile’s “My experience with the Licata Group was outstanding. You made a long distance sale so uncomplicated. Pat and her team are so knowledgeable in Lake of the Woods and the surrounding area. They know how to market your property to its best advantage. From listing to closing, they make the process seamless. A special shout out to Jazmine for making the inspection and closing go smoothly.” - D.Becker “We are very pleased with the performance of the Licata Group! Pat Licata and her team are very knowledgeable and did a great job selling our house for a very good price in a relatively short time. Thank you!” -Isabella Irwin “Our experience with The Licata Group was such a pleasure. They were so efficient. They were with us every step of the process.” -The Sahley’s
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The Licata Group / KW
36111 Goodwin Dr Locust Grove, VA 22508
(540) 388–2541
lakeofthewoodsvirginia.com