The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 16, No.24
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LOW Health Fair Hailed a Success!
by Laurie Jacobson, LOW Fitness Committee In case you missed it, the Clubhouse was buzzing with energy, electricity, and excitement on Saturday, March 16, during our first ever Health and Fitness Fair. Twenty health-related businesses from Culpeper to Fredericksburg and everywhere in-between set up booths filled with information, free giveaways and hands-on demonstrations with the goal of helping LOW residents improve their health and wellness. A variety of health-related services were represented, including physical therapists, health coaches, energy practitioners, acupuncture, skin care therapy, and massage therapists. A special thanks goes out to our local Wal-Mart pharmacist who was busy providing free blood pressure and blood glucose Photo by Tracie Hayes screenings all day. A family enjoys their visit to the Health & The weather was perfect; Wellness Fair the glorious spring sunshine no doubt contributed to the large turnout. Attendees flowed into the Clubhouse consistently, and most purchased a raffle ticket for a chance at a free Fitness Center membership, which was given away toward the end of the fair. Of special interest to the crowd were the large placards including design plans, maps, and an artist’s rendering of the new Fitness Center. Special thanks go out to Ryan Richardson, our Clubhouse manager, for his help in setting up the display and the room for our event. In addition, members of the Fitness Committee were on hand to answer questions and lead tours of the old Fitness Center in its current location downstairs. Kudos to our Fitness Committee members who volunteered their time and energy to help out: Donna Price, Ashley Rush, Teri Vickery, Earl Cruse, Janice Johnston, Gene Daly, Greg Stoner, Laurie Jacobson, and Board liaison Walt Diercks. Everyone in attendance shared in the enthusiasm and anticipation of the Grand Opening of the new Fitness Center, scheduled to be completed sometime in June. Please note: if you’re considering purchasing a fitness membership and
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decide to join now, you will have immediate access to the current Fitness Center at no extra charge until your yearly membership fee kicks in May 1. Because we had such an overwhelming response to the Health Fair, including loads of positive feedback, the Fitness Committee has decided to make our LOW Health Fair an annual event! So, now that Spring has arrived, it’s the perfect time to grab your sneakers, get those arms and legs moving, and get inspired to be healthy throughout the year by joining the new Fitness Center. The Fitness Committee can’t wait to see you in the best shape of your life come next spring at our Second Annual Health and Fitness Fair!
Take the 2019 LOWA Member Survey by Allie Felder, Chair, Planning Committee
The 2019 LOWA Member Survey is now available for Member response. This survey is designed to update LOWA Member demographics, as well as to gather Member opinions on several subjects. Survey questions address topics such as communication to members, value of amenities, security within LOWA, and general community-wide issues. All registered Members can submit individual responses (each lot can submit as many surveys as are formally registered with LOWA and have a LOWA ID card). The survey will give our community leaders a better understanding of the opinions and concerns of LOW members. We will also use the survey to guide LOWA planning to ensure that our community improvements and maintenance accommodate Member needs. The results of this survey will be published in Lake Currents, and the Planning Committee will present the results to the Board of Directors. Take the Survey online at: www.LOWA.org/2019Survey. A printable version is also available online; members may also pick up and return a paper copy at the Holcomb building. RETURN THE SURVEY BY 5 PM, MAY 1, 2019 (1) WHO CAN TAKE THE SURVEY: All Members in good standing and their registered household members 18 years and older. (2) USE YOUR LOWA ID NUMBER TO VALIDATE YOUR SURVEY: In order to allow validation of submitted surveys, you must provide your LOWA MEMBER ID (##-###-# or ##-###-#X), which appears directly beneath the sailboat symbol on your LOWA ID card. Member ID information will be kept private and used ONLY to validate submissions and will NOT be included in data to be analyzed or in the published results. (3) TAKE THE SURVEY ONLINE OR FILL OUT A PAPER SURVEY AT THE HOLCOMB BUILDING: We encourage Members and eligible registered family members to submit the Member Survey online. However, you may pick up a paper copy at Member Services in the Holcomb Building instead.
Tuesday, April 16 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 7 PM, Community Center Thursday, April 18 Meet the Management 9-11 AM, Reading Room Tuesday, April 23 CARC Information Session 6-8 PM, Clubhouse
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