The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 16, No.21
540.972.2237
LOWA.org
Squishy’s Corner: Happenings at the Equestrian Center Hello again, Mr. Squishy here. I hope all of my faithful readers enjoyed a delicious treat for Valentine’s Day. I received Valentines from Miss Melissa, Miss Bridget and some of my riders, I felt so loved! I have had a blast meeting the new patrons who have stopped by the Equestrian Center. I want to say that if you have been thinking about going horseback riding, or if you’d like to meet myself and my friends, please come out and see us. Staff are available to answer questions about the programs we offer. I hear so many people in the barn say they didn’t know we host birthday parties. Well, we do and they are a BLAST! Birthday parties require a 2-hour long block. The first 30 minutes of the party is the best because that’s when Fancy and I get to show off how skilled we are at giving pony rides. The rest of the party is up to the family to facilitate. I have seen some awesome games played and crafts made. I usually get to share a cupcake with the birthday boy or girl-the second best part of the party! Don’t forget that the Equestrian Center has new weekend hours for walk-ins: lessons at 10 and 11 AM, trail rides at 1, 2, and 3 PM, and Fancy and I will be doing pony rides all day! Lastly, this is a friendly reminder to submit your Pony Camp applications in to the Equestrian Center to secure your spot for this summer. We have a few applications in so far and lots of interest has been sparked! The 2019 Summer Pony Camp session dates are June 24-July 1, July 1-5, July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26 and July 29-August 2. The application is available for download at www.LOWA.org/EquestrianCenter; please call the office at the Equestrian Center with further questions 540-972-2238.
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February 22, 2019
Thoughts from the Pro: Spring is Coming! by Rea Hargraves, PGA
On Feb. 9, I was at the Fredericksburg Expo Center promoting our PGA Junior League for this summer. On Saturday I believe we had between 250 and 300 junior golfers participating for Junior Golf. Everyone enjoyed themselves and it was a great day!
Doug Wertz of the PGA Junior League (L) and Kayla Weaver prepare their display prior to the golf event at the Fredericksburg Expo Center. Purchase your Annual Golf Membership now to get 14 months of golf for $1,600. If you believe what the Groundhog says, “Spring is coming soon!” By purchasing your membership now, you increase your playing time by two months (March and April of this year), receive four guest passes, two free lessons, have your USGA handicap fee paid, and increase your buying power through a 10 percent discount in the Pro Shop and in Fareways Café. Another option would be either purchasing a Twilight Membership or a Weekend and Holiday Membership. Each costs $950. The Twilight Membership is aimed at the working warrior. You can play any afternoon starting after noon. You also can “Trade Up Program” and play 18-holes for $15 or 9-holes for $10 prior to twilight starting. The Weekend and Holiday Membership offers playing on weekends and holiday Fridays or Mondays. This is over 100 days that you can play golf! It is up to you to determine which membership is best for you. Both memberships give you two guest passes, two free lessons, USGA handicap fee paid, and a 10 percent discount in the Pro Shop and Fareways Café.
President's Letter Board Agenda General Manager CARC Update Association News Calendar Viewpoints Orange County Classifieds
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Saturday, February 23 Family Date Night 6 PM, Clubhouse
Saturday, March 2 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 10 AM, Community Center
Tuesday, February 26 Meet the Management 9 AM, Reading Room
Sunday, March 10 Daylight Saving Time Begins
Wednesday, February 27 6-8 PM, Trivia Night at Fareways Café
Monday, March 18 Early Boat Registration Begins Be sure to take the Boat Test at www.LOWA.org/BoatTest
Thursday, February 28 Chat with the President 7 PM, Community Center
LOWA Website Links Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Info LOWA.ORG/CAPITALPROJECTS dwellingLive LOWA.ORG/DWELLINGLIVE Lake Currents online: LOWA.ORG/LAKECURRENTS
Association News Lake Currents February 22, 2019
President’s Letter by Clifton D. Wilks
Dear Members, We received the total amount of our direct losses (less the $1,000 insurance deductible) as a result of the actions by our former Director of Finance, Roy Mayberry. The insurance reimbursement was for $369,136.94. The summary of loss is as follows: Documented Misappropriated Funds Less Restitution Paid to LOWA by Mayberry Less Insurance Deductible Net Amount Received from Insurance
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The funds were received, deposited, and cleared. This is an important event for our Association. Because the funds were misappropriated from the operating account, the Board plans to leave them in the operating accounts until such time as it can be determined what overall impact the incident will have on our finances at our fiscal year end, April 30, 2019. In parallel with this, we are working with our annual auditing firm to finalize the FY17-18 audit. Once that impact is determined, any further necessary actions will be taken by the Board. In addition, our Treasurer, Bob Hoh leads an Ad Hoc Committee to improve internal financial controls. Although this is good news, we have incurred some expenses as a result of the theft and have directed our finance staff to work toward a complete accounting of the total costs to the association. Acceptance of the funds from AIG does not prejudice our pursuit of costs incurred after the discovery of the former Director’s actions. Upon receipt of the insurance payment we also notified the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. The ongoing criminal investigation, conducted by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office and the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, is separate from this matter. I wish to thank the many people who have worked toward this goal: all the current Board members, especially Bob Hoh, Treasurer, Leighton Cumming, immediate former Board President, Larry Cole, our current Finance Director, Laurie Doane, former Controller, Phil Rodenberg, General Manager, Christopher Haney, Forensus Group and staff, and Frank Rokocz, Finance Committee member, to name but a few.
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.
Agenda (Tentative) Regular Board of Directors Meeting March 2, 2019, 10 AM Community Center 9 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: February 20, 2019 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 Report from Orange County Schools – Jim Hopkins 3.6 Reports of President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Liaison Reports C. Committee Changes 3.7 Report of General Manager A. January Financials B. Lakes Management Report C. Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project Update D. Lake of the Woods Back Gate Traffic Analysis Update 3.8 Committee Reports A. Joint Planning and Communications Committee Report on the Annual Survey Allie Felder and Anne Felder, Committee Chairs B. Community and Youth Activities – Alexander Vasquez, Chair C. Maintenance and Ecology – Dan Cianci, Chair 4. MEMBER COMMENTS ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS AND NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEMS 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Publishing in Lake Currents Proposed Amendments to LOWA Regulation II.A.2, Admittance to Lake of the Woods, Regarding Unaccompanied Guests 6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Awarding a Contract for Front Gate Barcode Reader with Funds to Come From the Repair and Replacement Reserve 6.2 Consideration of Approving a Contract for Electrical Panel Replacement at Clubhouse in Amount of $13,371 with Funds to Come From Repair and Replacement Reserve Fund Balance 7. MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 8. DIRECTOR COMMENTS 9. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, March 20, 2019, Community Center, 2 PM. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Saturday, April 6, 2019, Community Center, 10 AM. 10. ADJOURNMENT *The Board reserves the right to remove, add and/or relocate agenda items as necessary. Please silence phones and maintain order throughout the meeting. Thank you. 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 Heidi Brown Pete 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
As of February 15, 2019 Project Financial Status Project Cost Estimate (Budget): $5,086,193 Current Funding: ď‚ˇď€ $458,422 – Cash allocated by Board ď‚ˇď€ $818,000 – Year 1 ($191/lot) billed in Regular Assessment ď‚ˇď€ 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 ď‚ˇď€ Slab on grade in Pool Pump and Chemical Rooms. (New) ď‚ˇď€ Raised existing sanitary man hole cover in the walking trail to match new grade. (New) ď‚ˇď€ Total to date: $1,971347.65 Upcoming ď‚ˇď€ Set Door Frames in exterior CMU walls. (New) ď‚ˇď€ Finalized placement of CMU load bearing walls. (New) ď‚ˇď€ Ongoing plumbing and electrical rough-in (New) ď‚ˇď€ Steel Joist and placement of steel roof decking. ď‚ˇď€ Placement of brick veneer.
by Phillip Rodenberg, CMCA ÂŽ, AMS ÂŽ, PCAM ÂŽ LOWA General Manager
At a Jan. 30 member forum, two members expressed a concern that we had mold - black mold - in the Lower Level Clubhouse. We hear this concern from time to time. LOWA hired an environmental health firm to test the indoor air quality. The lab results are excellent - no mold spores were detected. Read for yourself at LOWA.org. The Director of Facilities arranged for the test, conducted Feb. 8 by TJL Environmental Health Consultants, Inc. of Charlottesville. Cost of service was $705. Still, with member concerns in mind, the Maintenance staff will:
Association News
Indoor Air Quality in the Lower Level Clubhouse No Mold, But More Fresh Air Will Help
Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project Update
1. Look for ways to increase the amount of fresh air on the Lower Level, which will make everyone feel more comfortable, 2. Remain diligent at maintaining the heating and air conditioning system outfitted with an ultraviolet beam to zap air particles, and 3. Change air filters and empty dehumidifiers regularly.
Lake Currents February 22, 2019
Over the years, the Maintenance Staff has worked to chase down odors to improve the indoor air quality in our circa 1960s Clubhouse’s Lower Level. In addition to the items listed above, Maintenance has regraded the area under the Clubhouse decks and added piping to carry storm water away. We removed the fireplace hearth and plugged the chimney. We had a setback this summer when heavy rains backed water through drain pipes into the lower portion of the meeting rooms. We cleaned Communication: April 30 Information Session was a and dried out the space and added new drain lines to success with 109 members participating. help ensure it will not happen again. The context of the member comments about mold on Jan. 30 was the replacement of the vinyl flooring tiles in the LLCH in 2019. The new According to GreaterGiving.com Golf events offer budget has the project in the capital spending plan. This is the second of three projects enormous potential for raising funds. Over 800,000 golf planned to improve the Lower Level. The tournaments are held in the U.S. each year. While the first was replacement of the doors in average golf event only raises $5000 with 72 players, 2017. Once the tile is replaced, staff will the big events can raise up to $300,000. propose a third project to replace the wood paneling with wall boards in 2020. The LOW Golf Club offers LLCH has been used for meetings and gatherings by clubs such as the affordable tournament AARP, LOW Vets, the Civic Club and the packages with great Square Dancers. The current use is the catering options. temporary Fitness Center until the new center is opened in June. Let our expert PGA Golf With more fresh air, diligence with air Pro help you plan your conditioning, and planned tile and paneling improvements, the Lower Level should next fundraiser remain a well-used and pleasant meeting or event. space for members for years to come.
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Equestrian Center: 540-972-2238 M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM (Appt. required) Sat/Sun 9 AM-5 PM: Walk-in times for Lessons/Pony Rides- 10 AM, 11 AM Trail Rides, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM Fareways CafĂŠ: 540-972-2216 Mon, Wed-Sat: 8:30 AM-7 PM Tu: 8:30 AM-8 PM Sun: 8:30 AM-5 PM Fitness Center: 540-972-9680 Daily 5 AM-10 PM Located in the Lower Level Clubhouse
Golf Pro Shop (Woods Center): Daily 8:30 AM Reserve a tee time 540-972-2230 Golf Course: 9 AM daily Maintenance OďŹƒce: 540-972-2223; M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM Pickleball: Tena Marangi 540-972-8964 Outdoor Courts available 7 AM-11 PM 9.9 Leaf/Brush Area: Daily 7 AM-7 PM Closed Wednesdays
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 540-672-9600 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 Lake Currents February 22, 2019
Fitness Center Survey Results
LOWA Finance Committee
by Carolyn Brodeur, Communications Manager
by Jennifer Zukowski, Vice President, LOWA Board
The Fitness Center Survey was a staff-driven initiative designed to gather pertinent, real-time, information needed to make key decisions about staffing, hours of operation and fees prior to the opening of the new Fitness Center. The survey was conducted between Jan. 10 and Feb. 4. The survey was sent out to all members via email, Facebook, Lake Currents & LOWA.org. A total of 704 Members submitted a survey response, either via the electronic survey option or in paper format. A few of the key takeaways from the survey were that most households with fitness center memberships had one or two members who used the fitness center and that mornings are the peak usage hours. To view the full survey results, visit www.LOWA.org/FitnessCenter.
The Finance Committee advises the Board on financial management and policy issues. The committee also provides analyses and projections to aid the Board in managing the effective use of Members’ assessment. We are currently seeking highly qualified candidates with backgrounds in accounting, finance, budgets, financial analysis or long range planning to join the Finance Committee. If you are interested, please contact Board Vice President Jennifer Zukowski, at bodzukowski@gmail.com or at 540-3954816. I look forward to speaking with all interested candidates.
Communications Committee Needs You!
Come One, Come All!
by Laurie Jacobson, Member, LOWA Fitness Committee
The Fitness Committee is proud to sponsor Lake of the Woods’ first Health and Fitness Fair at the Clubhouse on Saturday, March 16 from 10 AM until 2 PM. by Anne Felder, Chair, Communications Committee If you are interested in staying healthy and active, you won’t want to miss this free event. We’ll have vendors offering a variety of health-related The Communications Committee, by charter, reports to the LOWA Board services, including physical therapists, massage therapists, exercise of Directors, and our mission is “to assist in providing members of the Lake of instructors, nutrition experts and wellness coaches. Walmart pharmacy will we the Woods Association relevant and timely ely information on matters of be in attendance offering offerin free health screenings, including blood importance, concern, and interest to the community.â€? pressure testing, blood glucose testing, and body mass b Over the last few years, the committee e has (1) index calculations. calculat created and produced a “New Members Information nformation Free health education materials will also be he Packetâ€?; (2) updated and revised the 2019 9 available, available as well as tours of the Fitness Center in LOWA Community Survey (a joint effort with its temporary location on the Clubhouse lower tem the Planning Committee) which is currentlyy According to Wikihow.com “you should only apply level. Fitness Committee members will be on level with the BOD for review and approval; (3) hand han to answer your questions about the decals when the weather is mild. Don’t try to apply researched and proposed the LOWA new Fitness Center, and we will be raffling ne decals when it is extremely cold or hot.â€? Community Text System, which is off one free Fitness Center membership! of expected be considered and approved by Mark your calendars and join us for this LOWA Barcode Decals the BOD in early February; (4) arranged ffun and educational event, designed to will not be issued during for residents to be able to purchase inclement weather conditions sshowcase local health-related resources LOWA name badges (form is on LOWA. and to help you achieve your best health a org and at the Holcomb Building). or if the air temperature is iin 2019 and beyond! We are always looking for new below 32 degrees or above people with new ideas to join us! 98 degrees. We work closely with the LOWA Communications Manager. Currently, we e Be sure to check the have five of seven authorized committee weather ahead of time members, and are looking to maintain or and bring your increase our numbers, as current members ers completed form. reach the end of their terms. The Application ation for Committee Membership form is both on WWW.LOWA.ORG/DECAL#BARCODE LOWA.org (under ‘Administration’‌’Forms’‌ ms’‌ ’Official Forms’‌’Committee Membership’) p’) and on the Information Rounder in the Holcomb Building lobby. Please come see how our small group p works, and consider joining us! We meet in the Woods d Center C t every fourth f th Wednesday of the month at 3 PM.
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LGA News
by Heather Kuzma, Publicity Chair, LGA The Ladies Golf Association golfing season will be here sooner than you think. After this long, cold winter, we have something to look forward to. The season will open with our spring luncheon on Friday, March 29 at 11 AM at the Clubhouse. Look for the signup sheet and details in the ladies’ lounge at the Woods Center. If you are new to LOW and interested in golf, the LGA is a wonderful organization. The ladies have an organized outing every Tuesday from April through October. We are a very friendly, welcoming group and would love to have you join us. LGA season dues are payable now. If you haven’t paid your dues yet, make your check for $25 payable to LOW LGA, and fill out a registration form. You can pick up a form in the ladies’ lounge at the Woods Center. Deposit the filled out form and your check in the box in the ladies’ lounge. Our Opening Day Scramble will take place on Tuesday, April 2. Sign up in the ladies’ lounge at the Woods Center. Start time in April is 9 AM; sign in by 8:30. Many great events are planned for the 2019 season. Save the dates of June 4 and 5 for the Member/Guest Tournament. This year’s theme is Rhinestone Cowgirl. Chair Karen Woods and her committee are working hard planning for this super fun event. It is not too early to invite your guest partner to lock in the date. If you want to give golf a try, our Farm Team, led by Nancy King, is the perfect place to start. It’s a non-intimidating way to learn the basics and find out if golf is for you. Our pro, Rea Hargraves, gives a lesson each week, and then the group plays a few holes with mentors from the LGA. They meet at the practice area the first and third Wednesday at 4:30 PM from May through September 18. Call Nancy at 540-972-0984 for more info, or if you would like to be a mentor.
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by Mary R. Nolan, Member, LOW Book Club The murder of a beautiful young woman in a small Minnesota town in 1961, and the myriad effects of this seemingly random act on the town and the victim’s family are brilliantly detailed in Ordinary Grace, LOW Book Club’s selection for its March 13 meeting. The events in the novel, by William Kent Krueger, are recalled and narrated, 30 years later, by the victim’s younger brother. Filled with suspense and emotion, the work is a powerful departure from the author’s popular Cork O’Connor mystery series. The book is available in all three local library systems (Orange County, Culpeper County and Central Rappahannock Regional). The LOW Book Club meets at 1 PM on the second Wednesday of the month in the meeting room of the Wilderness Library. All are welcome, and no prior notification or attendance commitment is necessary! For further information about the club, call 540-972-9284.
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CHRIS & MARK Friday March 8, 2019 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Adults $13.95 Tax and Gratuity not included
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(a donation for each buffet sold will be made to St. Jude’s children’s research)
Where: Lake of the Woods Clubhouse
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Fareways serves breakfast all day, along with sandwiches, burgers and salads. Call for takeout, 540.972.2216
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Tournament is open to any member of Lake of the Woods who has paid their tennis/racquet amenity fee. Rain Date March 31
W Wednesday, February 27 6 PM - 8 PM Monday, Wednesday-Saturday: 8:30 AM to 7 PM Tuesday: 8:30 AM to 8 PM Sunday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
Saturday, March 2 10 AM, LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC Wednesday, March 20 2 PM, LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC
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.
February 22 - February 28 8 AM
LOWA Regular Board of Directors – Feb 20th Meeting
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January 30 GM Budget Presentation
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LOWA Regular Board of Directors – March 2nd Meeting
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LOWA Regular Board of Directors - March 2nd Meeting
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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 Locust Grove Elementary LGES 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
Committee Meetings: Members are encouraged to attend. Meetings are subject to change; contact the Committee Chair for current information. Visit www.LOWA.org/ Committees.
To view our videos online visit: LOWA.ORG/TV18.
Investment: 2/25, 1 PM, CC Treasurer Mtg. to follow Golf: 2/25, 3 PM, WC Fence Ad Hoc: 2/25, 3 PM, CC Communications: 2/27, 3 PM, WC Planning: 2/27, 7 PM, CC ECC: 2/28, 8:30 AM, WC Finance: 3/4, 7 PM, CC Fitness: 3/5, 4 PM, CC Safety/Security: 3/6, 3 PM, WC Pickleball/Tennis: 3/11, 5 PM, CC External Affairs: 3/11, 7 PM, CC Community/Youth Activities: 3/11, 7 PM, CC
March 1 – March 7
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Saturday, February 23 8:30 AM-3:30 PM Re-Opening Book Sale by LOW Lioness Lions Club (Ferris Bldg). 6-9 PM Family Date Night (CH), fee. Reserve: 540-972-2221. Tuesday, February 26 9 AM Meet the Management (RR). Info: 540-972-2214. 7 PM Happy Tails Dog Club Meeting (CC). Info: info@happytailsdogclub.net.
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Wednesday, February 27 6-8 PM Trivia Night at Fareways Café. Thursday, February 28 6:30 PM Professional Women’s Networking Group. Location: Red White Bleu & Brew. 7 PM Chat with the President, Cliff Wilks (CC). Info: 540-972-2214. 7 PM LOW Veterans Club (CC). Info: Dan 540-972-0153. Saturday, March 2 10 AM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC). Info: 540-972-2214. Tuesday, March 5 6:30 PM Wilderness Toastmasters (CC). Info: WildernessToastmasters@ gmail.com. Wednesday, March 6 10 AM-3 PM DMV Connect Mobile Unit (CC). Info: 540-972-9680.
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Friday, March 8 6-9 PM An Evening with Chris & Mark (CH). Dinner & entertainment, $13.95. Reserve: 540-972-2221. Sunday, March 10 Daylight Saving Time Begins
SPORTS & EXERCISE (subject to change) Location
Day
Contact
LOWC
8:30-9:30 AM
M, W, F
Church 540-972-9060
Carolina Shag Dance Lessons
CC
7-8 PM
2nd/4th TU
Call to Register Audrey 703-401-5050
Edelweiss Dancers
CC
6-8 PM
SU
Brooke 540-972-4628
Joggers Club
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 Saturday Classes
CC
12 AM-2 PM
2/16, 3/16, 4/20
Greg 540-388-2540
Pickleball Beginner Class
CC
10:50 AM-12:20 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
Square Dancers LOW Social Club
CC
7:30-9:30 PM
2 / 4 /5 F
Linda 571-328-9247
1st/3rd F
Sims 540-972-3187/ Haring 540-972-1924
Exercising for Health
$
Square DancersLords & Ladies
CC
7:30-9:30 PM
nd
John 540-229-7940 th
th
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
Water Fitness
$
Wilderness Pres.
10 AM & 11:15 AM
M, W, F
Carol 540-972-6739
Yoga – Intermediate
$
CC
9-10:15 AM
W
Rebekah 908-358-8406
10:30-11:45 AM
W
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga – Gentle
$
CC
Yoga – Chair
$
CC
ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, BRIDGE & FUN Location AARP Meeting
CH
9:30-10:30 AM F (subject to change)
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Time
Day
9:30 AM
3rd M
Contact Larry 540-972-1847 Joe 540-972-8052/Caroline 540972-7688
Bridge, Sunday Duplicate
WC
7-9 PM
SU
Bridge, Monday Night
WC
7 PM
M
Jim 202-365-7554/Jerry 540-8401142 Joan 540-972-7548
Bridge, Wednesday Ladies
WC
9 AM-3 PM
W
Book Club, LOW
Wilderness Lib.
1 PM
2nd W
540-972-9284
Chess Club
CC
6:30-8:30 PM
TH
Jack 540-972-6211
Childhelp Auxiliary
LOWC, rm. 211
10 AM
1st W
Nancy 540-972-2599
Civic Club Meeting
TBA
7 PM
2nd W
Pat 540-735-7998
Civil War Study Group
CH
10:30 AM
4th F
Charles 540-972-2401
Closet Quilters
CC
12:30-3 PM
TU
Maureen 540-972-7010
Coloring Book Club
CC
10 AM
F
540-972-9680
Craft Group
LOWC
9:30-11:45 AM
TU
Rochelle 540-972-3438
DAR Susannah Chandler
CC
1 PM
2nd SA
Betty Larson 540-661-7202
Democratic Club
CC
1:30 PM
2nd W
Kerry 540-220-8547
Eclectic Book Club
Call for location
7:30 PM
Last TH
Geraldine 540-388-2449
Fire & Rescue Auxiliary
CC
2 PM
2nd W
Marguerite 540-972-3681
Fun Bunch 55+
CC
10 AM-1 PM
TU
John 540-972-5611
Garden Club
CH
12:30 PM
2nd M
Jan 540-972-1630
Happy Tails Dog Club
CC
7 PM
4th TU
info@happytailsdogclub.net
Investment Club
WC
7 PM
4th TU
Lee 540-972-0395
CC
9:30-11:30 AM
W, F
Sharon 540-848-5810
Knowledge Club
CC
10-11 AM
3rd TU
Alayna 540-370-0000
Litter Pick-up in LOW
All around LOW
9 AM
3rd SA
Jan 540-972-1630
LOW Fliers R/C Club
CC
5-8 PM
3rd F
Terry 412-760-4593
CH
6:30 PM
2nd TH
Nancy 540-755-2957 Marian 540-270-7554
$
LOW Lioness Club
Deadline for submissions to the March 22 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, March 11.
Time
Aerobics
Knitting & Crocheting
Deadline for submissions to the March 8 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, Feb. 25.
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C al en d a r o f E ve n t s
LOW Lions Club
CH
5:30 PM
3rd TH
Charlie 540-903-7796
Mahjongg
CC
1-4 PM
M
Debby 540-412-5240
Mothers of Preschoolers
LOWC, Founders
9:15 AM
1st /3rd W
Kristen, mops@lowchurch.org
Open Mic Night
Fareways
5:30-8:30 PM
TU
Fareways 540-972-2216
Players, Theater Group
CC
7 PM
2nd W
Marilyn 540-972-0392
Photography Group
FC
7-9 PM
1st/3rd TH
Bill 540-834-9866
Professional Women’s Networking
CC
7 PM
4th TH
Jennifer@jenniferbeavers.com
Republican Women’s Club
CH
11:30 AM
4th W
Connie 540-972-0083
LGES (Rt. 20)
5:15 PM
TU
Nita 540-219-7028 Audrey 540-222-3569
TOPS weigh in/meeting $ Veterans Club
TBD
7 PM
4th TH
Dan 540-972-0153
Wilderness Toastmasters
CC
6:30 PM
1st/3rd TU
WildernessToastmasters@gmail.com
Woodworkers Club
CC
7 PM
4th TU
Glynn 703-625-3849
Please refer to meeting room location key on previous page
Professional Women’s Networking Group by Alayna Stiffler, Member
Everyone wants to meet someone who can support and refer their business, including everything from the neighborhood brick and mortars to the corner in the living room business. We have many women entrepreneurs in our community who are hidden and find themselves seeking referrals for people who could be next door to us. We have connected with our community, and beyond, to include an international business coach and certified Google specialist, small and large business owners, and direct sales consultants. Our doors are open to help and support our women-owned businesses. PWN meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at the Community Center at 7 PM. Registration begins at 6:30 PM and there are light refreshments. The February meeting will be at Red White Bleu & Brew for the Orange Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at 5:30 PM. Please come and join to meet other local business owners who are interested in connecting with you. For more information, visit our Facebook group at facebook.com/ groups/ProfessionalwomensNetworking.
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Seeking Mustang Fans
by Terry Terrenoire, LOW Member
Lake Currents February 22, 2019
LOW Community
by Geraldine Amaral Hodson, Member, Square Dance Club
My red 2007 Mustang convertible was the fulfillment of a 50-year dream. The 1964 Mustang was introduced while I was a struggling college student. Marriage, children, and limited income made it an impractical purchase in the years that followed. But in April 2016 my dream came true, and I finally had a Mustang parked in my garage. Not just any Mustang, but the red convertible I had always longed for. What is YOUR Mustang story? Let’s get together and talk. I am proposing that we start a LOW Mustang group, or club. Over the past couple years, I have talked with some of you Mustang owners at the mail boxes, in the Food Lion parking lot, and other venues around the lake. After getting my Pony, I joined a 300-member club in Fairfax and have become one of their directors. In April, I will be heading to North Carolina for four days to experience the grand opening of the 30,000 square foot Mustang Museum. The Fairfax club will be hosting a National Mustang Show at the Fredericksburg Convention Center this coming Labor Day weekend. We are expecting up to 500 Mustangs to be on display there. If you would be interested in establishing a small local club, please give me a call. At the outset I envision a monthly get together for dinner, maybe at the Clubhouse. Wouldn’t it be great to have all of our treasured Mustangs on display, side by side in the lower parking lot? Or how about a Sunday brunch meeting? I am aware of one person in LOW who has a show car, and another who is the original owner of a 1964 model fastback. You do not have to be a current Mustang owner, or even a former owner; just be interested in these iconic cars to join us in celebration of a 55-year history, and the production of over 10,000,000 Mustangs. I look forward to hearing from you. Please call Terry, 412-760-4593.
It is a full house every Monday night as Lake of the Woods Square Dance Club hosts the beginners’ level square dance lessons. The 14 new students who began lessons in September are learning the joy of square dancing under the guidance of our professional caller, Chris Stacy. New students are also assisted each week by the Square Dance Club “Angels” – those who have mastered both the mainstream (or basic) steps and the plus-level program calls. The club’s growing membership holds dances on the second, fourth and fifth Friday of every month. We also hold special dances for Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, spring and so on. The Death by Chocolate Valentine’s Day dance is coming up on Friday, Feb. 22. The LOW Square Dance Club has been around for over 45 years and members (and dancers from other communities) are rather enthusiastic about their dancing skills. This is not the square dancing you might remember from grade school. It’s now called Modern Western Square Dancing. Noted medical groups such as the Mayo Clinic and WebMD cite square dancing’s many benefits, both to your health and to your social life. It is a great way to exercise both your brain and your body, a not-too-strenuous form of exercise, and no special dancing skills or abilities are required! There are many social benefits to square dancing, as square dance clubs tend to be a friendly and warm group of people. In fact, square dancing has been described as Friendship set to music. Beginning level classes will be starting up again in September, and if you’d like to be placed on the mailing list for information about the date and time, please email lowsquaredanceclub@gmail.com.
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Volunteer Drivers Honored at Luncheon
Veterans Club Hosts February Speaker
by Ginny Biggs, Aging Together County Resource Specialist
by Fred Pulis, Member, LOW Veterans Club
On Jan. 31, volunteer drivers from around the region - Culpeper, Fauquier, Orange, Rappahannock and Madison Counties - were honored for their service. Aging Together, Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services and Foothills Area Mobility System joined forces in thanking the men and women who give their time to get senior citizens and others to medical and other critical appointments. Nearly 50 individuals attended the luncheon at the Culpeper Senior Center and were treated to not only delicious food and a gift card, but also to a comedy routine by Madison Senior Center Supervisor Shirley Workman. Volunteer drivers are affiliated with the Care-A-Van program through RRCS, Rapp Rides, Rapp Med Rides, LOWLINC, VolTran, and Rapp At Home. RRCS also has food delivery volunteers. There is always a need for additional volunteer drivers. If you like to drive, have a valid driver’s license with auto insurance, and are 21 or over, please consider this volunteer opportunity. Volunteer driving is a simple, lowcost, but high-impact way of giving back to your community. For more information, contact the FAMS Call Center, 540-829-5300.
Wilderness Toastmasters
by Alayna Stiffler, President, Wilderness Toastmasters
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It’s time to make it happen. Behind the scenes, there is a team of club members who are focused on making a personal and professional difference in their lives. Each member joins Toastmasters for a different reason, and each outcome is unique, but the purpose remains the same. Perhaps more confidence in public speaking, developing stronger presentation skills or something as simple as a seasonal goal to complete a dream. Nothing has to be concrete when you become a Toastmaster, because you can stroll at your own personal pace. No one is chasing you with a book in their hand to meet their goal. The rewards in Toastmasters are rich. The most recognized accomplishment is completing the icebreaker speech, because that is the first of many and you can see how you have stretched yourself out of your personal comfort zone. Wouldn’t it feel great to be able to say, “I did it.” Wilderness Toastmasters meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month at the Community Center at 6:30 PM. Join us and find out how we can fit into your personal goals and gains. For more information, email WildernessToastmasters@gmail.com.
LOW Community
The LOW Veterans Club will conduct its monthly meeting on Thursday, Feb. 28 at the Community Center starting at 7 PM. Topics of discussion will include regular club business as well as the Department of Veterans Affairs plans to make it easier for armed services veterans, family members, or caregivers to explore, apply for, and manage their respective veteran benefits. Our scheduled guest speaker is Jenny A. Marra. She has over 18 years of experience as a Geospatial Intelligence and All-Source Analyst providing a full range of finished intelligence products supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency. Her presentation should be both informative and entertaining. Veterans Club members and guests, as well as LOW residents, are encouraged to attend. Veterans Club membership is open to all LOW resident veterans who have been honorably discharged, retired, or are currently on active duty or serving in our reserve forces. The Veterans Club meets each month to promote fellowship, patriotism, and provide veterans-related information. The club actively participates in LOW celebrations such as Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Veterans Day. Several field trips are planned for 2019. Annual club membership dues of $5 are due for current members. Dues payment can be made at our club meetings or mailed to our treasurer, Gil Churchill, at 110 Cumberland Circle. Initial membership dues are $25, which includes a LOW VETS cap, nametag, and first year annual dues.
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Free Programs at the Wilderness Library
by Michele Beamer, Librarian, Wilderness Library Reading allows people to explore places, cultures, and ideas and to engage with the world without ever leaving home. Library books are free, no passport is required, and all you need is a comfy spot to sit. Start your next adventure at the library by participating in our Adult Reading Program, Reading Adventure Awaits, which begins Feb. 11 and runs until March 23. It’s free and open to all adults (18 and over or high school graduates). Each participant can earn small travel-themed prizes for every book read/listened to. These include luggage tags, globe chocolate balls, mini-compasses, mini flashlights, plane bottle openers, globe stress balls, peanuts and other snacks. Every book read/listened to also earns you an entry ticket to our grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card to Amazon, Lowes, Regal Cinemas, or Target. So if you’re in the mood for an adventure, be sure to visit the library to sign up! On March 8, from 3 to 4:30 PM, join us for a Reading Adventure Awaits Map Coasters Program at the Wilderness Library. Explore your creative side by making map inspired coasters. Each participant will use map-themed scrapbooking paper and mod podge to make a set of four themed coasters. This program is free and open to all adults 18 and over and all supplies are provided. Advance registration is required. Please stop by the library or call 540-854-5310 to sign up.
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Notices
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 second 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. Contact Bonnie at 540-547-4824 or bonnired@ comcast.net with questions. 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, 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 noon to 6 PM. Next drive is March 26 at 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. 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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Fundraisers Vendor Spaces available for the LOW Lioness Lions Spring Craft Sale to be held on Saturday, March 23 from 8:30 AM to 2 PM at the Locust Grove Middle School on Flat Run Road. 10’ x 8’ spaces are only $25. Call Lioness Gail Stoner at 540-388-2540 soon to reserve your space, as they are filling quickly!
Human Services
LOW Community
March 9, Home Selling Seminar from 11 AM-1 PM, Clubhouse. The Licata Group is hosting a free seminar, open to all. Hear from industry professionals as to what’s essential in selling your home for the most money in the least amount of time; and the listing process. Light refreshments served. Register by March 4 to jane@licatagroup. com or 540-388-2541. Storytime Tuesdays at the Wilderness Library: 10:15 AM, Toddler Time, for children ages 18 months to 3 yrs old with a caregiver. 11 AM, Preschool Storytime, for children 3 to 5 yrs old with a caregiver. Storytime will not be held on March 5. All storytimes are drop-in, registration is not required. Information: 540-854-5310. FREE Tax Preparation will once again be offered by the AARP Tax Aide group. Beginning Friday, Feb 1, and every Friday & Saturday, through Saturday April 13, volunteers will be at the Community Center to assist you in filing your taxes. AARP membership is not required. Appointments are scheduled between the hours of 9 AM and 1 PM. Call 540-268-8837 to schedule your appointment. 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, LOW Hair Studio, and LOW Security. Effective Nov. 1, 2018, Orange County established a ShortTerm Rental Registry for owners/ operators of property offered or used as short-term rental (defined as a period of fewer than 30 consecutive days) within the County and outside any incorporated towns. Visit www. orangecountyva.gov/shorttermrentals for more information.
Cause 4 Paws. We are in the need of volunteer foster homes, monetary donations and donations of the following: Purina Kitten Chow, Purina Cat Chow, Friskies Pate canned food and Fancy Feast Kitten Wet Food. Proceeds benefit feline rescue. Donations are tax deductible as we are a 501(c)(3) charity. Donations can be mailed to Cause 4 Paws, P.O. Box 301, Locust Grove, VA 22508. For more info, see us on Facebook: causefourpaws Locust Grove VA or call LA, 540-972-4960 or Darlene 540-972-8038. LOW Directory. 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. LOW Lioness Book Sale. Used books will be sold on the last Saturday of each month from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Ferris Building. Proceeds go to the Benevolence Fund. Book donations are accepted at our book sales and on Mondays from 9:30-11 AM. No reference or text books please. Info: Ann, 540-972-4338; Sherri, 540412-9854; 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 540-412-6694, Lion Susan at 540972-2772, or Lion Dave at 540-9722125 to schedule a pick-up. If you or a family member need a walker, shower bench, bedside commode, or other medical equipment, the Lions are here for you! Lions Furniture Pickup and Yard Sale. The LOW Lions accept donations of furniture and merchandise at the Velona Building (Shoosmith Road, near the trash compactor). Donations accepted Saturdays from 8 to11 AM. To arrange for donation pickup, call Cindy at 540-972-1187. The Lions are a 501(c)(3) charity; donations are tax deductible. The Lion’s Yard Sale at the same location is open every Saturday from 9 AM to noon. 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.
Deadline for submissions to the March 8 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, Feb. 25. Deadline for submissions to the March 22 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, March 11.
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March is Irish American Heritage Month by Bill Halpin, President, Virginia State Board, Ancient Order of Hibernians in America
U.S. Presidents have proclaimed March to be Irish-American Heritage Month for more than a quarter century. Also, the Governor of Virginia traditionally proclaims March as IAHM. In 2018 the Library of Congress and the Smithsonian Institution officially recognized March to be IAHM. In the 19th Century, especially during An Gorta Mor (The Great Hunger), Irish families able to escape starvation emigrated, mostly to America. They were poor, illiterate, mostly Catholic, and not welcome in many cities. A branch of the Ancient Order of Hibernians organized in America helped the Irish assimilate, learn the English language, and find employment. Ultimately, the Irish became inextricably linked to the development of America in fields ranging from literature, education and science, to politics and military leadership. The theme for IAHM in 2019 is Irish in the Revolutionary War. Colorful, informative displays and Hibernians able to discuss this theme and other topics related to Irish/Irish-American history will be present at:
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Central Rappahannock Regional Library (Fredericksburg): Mar 5, 6, 7 (noon-6 PM) Howell Library (English Run): Mar 12, 13, 14 (2-6 PM) Salem Church Library: Mar 19, 20, 21 (noon-6 PM) The 17th Annual St Patrick Day Parade honoring the memory of Fredericksburg’s trailblazing brewer, Jeff Fitzpatrick, will kick off at noon on March 16 in Spotsylvania Business Park located on Rt 2 near the fairgrounds. The parade is followed by an Irish festival at the Bowman Center. For more information on the parade and festival see https:// adventurebrewing.com. For more than 30 years, the General Thomas F. Meagher Division has represented AOH in our area. Under the motto “Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity,” the division has donated about $100,000 to local charities and for scholastic awards. Funding derives from community support for the annual Trip for Two to Ireland Raffle and the Shamrock Charity Golf Classic, played at Meadows Farms Golf Course in April. Today there are 14 AOH divisions and about 1,000 Hibernians in the Commonwealth. Read more about AOH at: www.virginiaaoh.org and www. aohfredericksburg.org.
by Karen Kovarik, Publicity Chairman
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On Monday, March 11, the LOW Garden Club will hold two meetings. The regular meeting will be held at 1 PM in the Great Hall of the Clubhouse, and our program will be Donna Pienkowski, the “worm lady.” Donna will speak on the benefits of having worms in your garden. Clearly worms make the birds happy, but I expect Donna’s focus will be on benefits to the soil. The Garden Club will also host an evening outreach meeting on March 11, from 6:30 to 8 PM, at the Community Center. Interested in learning about what we do? Join us! Are you an inactive or past Garden Club member? Come reconnect with the club and meet some new people! Join us in the game room with your ideas, questions and suggestions for future evening meetings. Learn how to root a plant from a cutting, and take home a new plant. Refreshments will be served!
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AARP Baseball Trip May 16
Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow and, if he predicted right, spring will be here in three weeks. Shadows come in all shapes and sizes, but if your shadow could talk, what would your shadow tell you to change? Would it encourage you to look more closely at your past life, your family, your finances, your decisions in life? Would you want your shadow to prepare you for the future and what to expect? What kind of questions would you ask your shadow? If my shadow had told me my future, I may have planned more for retirement, education savings and general life affairs. In March, we are adding Knowledge Club to the monthly calendar for am and pm meetings. Our next meeting will be on March 14 at 6:30 PM. Our guest speaker will be a Spotsylvania attorney who will share the importance of having a Will, Power of Attorney, and Advanced Medical Directives when you do not have an estate plan. On March 19 at 10 AM, our Medicare expert will be available to answer questions for the end-of-season enrollment for Medicare. Light refreshments are always provided and Knowledge Club is open to everyone. We encourage you to bring guests with you. For more information, email LOWKnowledgeClub@gmail.com.
The LOW AARP Chapter is sponsoring a bus trip to a Washington Nationals baseball game at Nationals Park. The date is Thursday, May 16, and the opponent is the New York Mets. The game starts at 1:05 PM, and participants need to be on the bus in the Clubhouse lower level parking lot by 10 AM. The trip is open to the entire LOW community. $75 per person covers the bus ride and a game ticket. You may include as many other people in your order as you wish as long as space is available. Your reservations cannot be made until we have received payment (check(s)). Seats will not be held without payment. Make your checks payable to “AARP Chapter 5239.” Our seats will be near where the bus will unload. They are on the lower/ field level down the first base line facing the outfield. An elevator is available for folks who choose not to climb the long staircase up to the stadium. Mail your checks to Dave Kraus (127 Indian Hills Rd.), or give your checks to Dave, John Trach (104 Constitution Blvd.), or Nick Duy (606 Cornwallis Ave.). Questions? John (540-972-4883); Nick (540-972-0350); Dave (krausman369@gmail.com; 540-571-334-4913). Play ball!
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The Players are moving right along toward our April play, The Mousetrap, a murder mystery by Agatha Christie. Auditions are over, the cast has been selected, and rehearsal schedules have been set by Director Barbara Cochran, who previously directed Driving Miss Daisy. This particular play has been performed continuously in London’s West End since 1952, and it has the longest initial run of a play in history. The story has a very twisted end; audiences will be asked not to reveal the ending once they leave the Community Center. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on or about Feb. 5. More information and ticket prices can soon be found on our website, www.lowplayers.org. Join us in the great hall of Monkswell Manor where Giles and Molly Ralston prepare to open their guest house for the first time, worrying about the effects of the severe snow storm outside and their own inexperience in their new venture. Play dates are April 5, 6, 12, 13 at 7:30 PM and April 7 and 14 at 2 PM.
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The SOLOs are MARCHing toward spring, having made it through some rough weather and long, dark evenings. We’ll continue to meet on Wednesdays for lunch or dinner but would like to find some new places to eat and encourage you to join us with a friend or two and share your ideas. In addition to eating out, we enjoy live music, plays, picnics and an occasional house party. The SOLOs group was organized at least 25 years ago and has gone through different phases. Right now we have 20 members who are mostly retired folks looking forward to having a good meal and conversation when we meet each week. These are the restaurants we’ll be visiting in March: h. Please call Bob and let him know Wed., March 6 - Fareways for brunch. hat size table to you’re planning to come so we know what com.) get. (540-972-9971 or lernerbobl@aol.com.) Meet there at 10:30 AM. March 10 - Daylight Savings Time begins. (Spring Ahead)
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Some of you may have read about the difficulties with China substantially limiting the amount of recyclable material that they accept. That has affected recyclers in this country, and, as a result, Orange County will be changing the recycling company that we work with. This actually has some positives for citizens who are conscientious about their recycling efforts. Next month, Orange County will move to Single Stream Recycling. It will no longer be necessary to separate newspaper, white paper, cans, plastics, glass and cardboard. They will all go into the same bin. It will still be necessary to flatten the cardboard to minimize the space taken up in the bins, but now non-corrugated cardboard such as cereal boxes can also be recycled. Non-recyclable material such as hazardous waste (including electronic equipment), Styrofoam, clothing, food waste and plastic bags still must be placed in the compactor. Another strange category that is non-recyclable is the plastic caps that go on bottles. This is because the plastic in the tops is of a different material than the bottle itself, causing difficulty during the recycling process. Also, removing the tops ensures that liquid has been removed and allows for the bottles to be crushed/compacted, meaning more material can be transported. If the tops are left on, they can become projectiles when the bottles are compacted. Just remove the tops and throw them in the compactor. Orange County has also planned some additional events for disposal of unwanted stuff. On April 13, there will be an electronic recycling event at the landfill. A shredding event will be held on May 4 at the East Orange Ruritan building on the corner of Routes 20 and 522. There will also be a tire recycling amnesty day at the landfill on June 15. In the fall the county will host another hazardous waste collection day at the landfill. That event will also accept empty or non-functional fire extinguishers. Details on these other events will be provided as those dates approach. Are you tired of waiting in lines at the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, or do you have difficulty getting to the DMV office? DMV will be coming to Lake of the Woods on March 6. They will be at the Community Center from 10 AM to 3 PM and will be able to handle driver licenses, ID cards, address changes, disabled placards, vehicle titles and registrations, EZ Pass transponders and even hunting and fishing licenses. You can also handle many of these transactions online by going to www.dmvNOW.com. Are you interested in earning a little extra income? The Census Bureau is accepting applications for individuals to conduct the 2020 Census. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen, have a valid Social Security number, have a computer and email address, and pass a background check. Most jobs also require that you have a vehicle. Some other requirements are described on the application website. The pay rate varies in different locations, but for Orange County the rate is $15 per hour with earnings paid weekly. Hours are flexible. If you are interested in applying or getting more information the website is: 2020census.gov/jobs. 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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1 CALL TAKES Care of It All Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 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 412-760-4593. A/C & HEATING Installation/Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. AIRPORT CONNECTIONS We drive you to/from IAD, DCA, RIC, BWI airports. Reliable service. Reasonable rates. 540-273-2627. ALL TYPES of Alterations. Lillian 540-412-5741. ANTIQUE CLOCK Repair, LOW resident, reasonable rates. Call Hunter, 540-219-7324. ARMITAGE PAINTING – Interior & exterior painting, power washing, deck staining, carpentry, drywall and plumbing. Tile and remodeling, and more. 540-735-7977. ASK LOGAN about our Discount Prices on Mulching, Painting, Junk Removal, and Moving. Call Johnny B Quick, 540-903-5473. ASK LUKE ZELLO - Inside and Out Home Maintenance Services. Lifetime LOW Resident! Class A Licensed/Insured! I will beat anyone’s written price and donate to a home in India that rescues the smallest victims of sex trafficking. See all our classifieds. AskLukeZello.com, 540-406-3589. ASPHALT Sealing, Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 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, Wood Walkways, Lake Steps and Beaches. Since 1993 we have provided quality, affordable services to our neighbors at LOW. We are Licensed and fully Insured. You won’t hire us and then have us hire someone else (uninsured) to do your job. Our bulkhead replacement can be measured in miles, not feet. We build year-round and do not use large equipment in our work. See some of our work at both LOW Marinas, the small lake boat ramp, LOW Kayak Dock and Meadow Farms
Golf Course. Free estimates, second opinions, and proof of Insurance are gladly provided. Call D&B Services, Inc., 540-972-7361. LOW Resident. C&C DESIGNS - Custom Home Enhancements. Remodeling/ additions, kitchens/bathrooms, custom concrete showers/ countertops, and custom kitchen islands. New concrete and decorative concrete restoration and resurfacing. Decks, retaining walls, and tranquility gardens. Landscaping and leaf removal. Indoor/outdoor ponds, fountains, waterfalls. Interior and exterior painting and deck staining. Custom Pet Homes and Play areas. Call Curtis 540-903-8219. If You Can Imagine It, I can Make it a Reality. CARPENTRY, FRAMING or Custom Build-ins. Call Mark 540845-1816. CARPET STEAM Cleaning – Garland Ray, Vietnam Veteran. Powerful truck-mounted equipment. Cleaning in Lake for over 20 years. 540-832-7602. CERAMIC TILING For Bathrooms, floors, foyers, countertops. Call 898-7773 for a free estimate. Ask for Bob Yak. References available upon request. CHIMNEY REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 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. DECK/WOOD/LOG Home Pressure Washing and Staining. JD, 540-841-5700. DECKS & WINDOW Replacements by CJ Home Improvements. 540-424-1172 DOCKS, BULKHEADS, DECKS, and more. Our company has been doing work in LOW since 1976 and has always given our customers affordable, quality and reliable work. Licensed and Insured and we do all of our own
work. My Dad started the business in 1976 and I joined him in 1986 when I graduated from Orange County High School. Most of the original bulkheads in LOW were built by me and my Dad and the design for the bulkheads that are used today was created by my Dad, Rixey Almond. Many bulkheads and docks are still standing after 25+ years. We only use large equipment if it is absolutely necessary and then only with the permission of the homeowner. We also do Log Homes, Log Home Repair, Additions, Garages, Barns and no job to small. We will give references upon request or proudly take you to see our work. When you are planning to have work done always compare apples to apples!! Free estimates, second opinions, and proof of insurance are happily provided. Call Almond Construction LLC., Roger Almond 540-207-0979. DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRIVEWAY REPAIR - Premier Arbor Services LLC 540-718-3794. DRYWALL - NEW Drywall or Repair Work. Call Mark 540-845-1816. ELAINE’S HERE To Help. If you are in need of help with light housekeeping/general assistance or pet sitting, call me at 540-840-7320. Resident of LOW since 1993. 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 - PROFESSIONAL Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128. 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. 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 - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. HOME REPAIRS, Call Mark 540845-1816. HOME REPAIRS/Crawlspace work. JD, 540-841-5700. INSULATION - GARAGE/ Basements/Attic/Crawl Space. Call Mark 540-845-1816. JUNK HAULING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.
JUNK REMOVAL Fast, Call Johnny B. Quick 540-903-5369. KENNY SKEENS Home Repairs. 35 years experience. LOW Homeowner. 540-972-4326. KITCHEN & BATH Remodels by CJ Home Improvements. 540-4241172 LAKESCAPES OF VIRGINIA, LLC - Lawns & Gardens. Design, installation, maintenance. Residential, commercial. Call Carlos Ortiz, 540-656-6005 or email: lakescapes.llc@gmail.com. LANDSCAPING HARDSCAPING, Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LANDSCAPING - PREMIER Arbor Services LLC. Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming, mulching, stone work. 540-718-3794. 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 mark-up materials and subcontractors. I am personally on every job working beside my guys. Show me a proposal by a licensed and insured contractor and I will beat their estimate. L.O.W. resident for 11 years. Free estimates. Credit cards accepted with 3% fee. Call Mark 540-845-1816. MOVING - DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. MOVING LOCALLY? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. MULCHING (DELIVERY/ SPREADING). Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. NOTARY SERVICES – LOW. On-site, will travel. Sherri Lahay Lasover, 540-412-9854 or 202-2888564. ODD JOBS, 540-287-5113. PAINTING - INTERIOR and Exterior. Never sprayed, always rolled to give you better coverage and a better finish. Call Mark 540845-1816. PAINTING and DRYWALL Repair. Call Johnny B. Quick, 540903-5369. PAINTING, CARPENTRY, Gutters, Powerwashing. Call Ken, 540-498-6542. PAINTING/STAINING, Interior/ Exterior. Drywall Repairs. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Retaining Walls - Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589.
WHAT’S UNDER Your House? We fix wet crawlspaces with transferable warranties. Sump pumps installed/replaced. Free inspections, second opinions. Licensed and Insured. Since 1993. Call D&B Services, Inc. 540-9727361. LOW Resident. WINDOW & DOOR Replacements by Bob Yak & Sons, 898-7773. YARD WORKS – Mowing, Mulching, Weeding, leaf removal, light hauling and more. Serving LOW for over 20 years. Call Charlie Ross 540-424-7658.
For Sale KITCHEN APPLIANCES. Whirlpool stainless refrigerator new in 2018; GE stainless electric range new in 2017; KitchenAid black dishwasher and microwave. Remodeling. Available mid-March. 703-244-2162.
Wanted SEEKING OLD Puzzles for donation. Finn, 865-603-0881. SEEKING RUNNING Partner for local trails. Finn, 865-603-0881. WANTED American whisky & bourbon bottles or decanters, sealed and unopened. Older, the better. Cash. Call 540-845-6107 or email majiddk@comcast.net. MOVING SALE March 2-3, 9 AM-5 PM, 107 Eagle Court.
LOWA Employment Administration. Full-Time Salaried Position – Controller. Seeking a qualified candidate to supervise the Finance staff regarding day to day transactions, oversee monthly close process, assist with audits, reconciliations and prepare monthly financial statements. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance plus 3-5 years progressive experience in a finance environment required. Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Excel, as well as effective communication skills essential. Administration. Full-Time Salaried Position – Director of Finance. The ideal candidate will be highly-motivated, energetic and professional and will 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 5-7 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.
Lake Currents February 22, 2019
Fareways. Part-Time Servers are needed to assist with operations at this facility. If you are over 18 years of age, personable and can work flexible hours in a pleasant environment—please apply! We need applicants with good communication skills and basic knowledge of dining room and service procedures. Excellent Customer Service Skills required. Some experience preferred. Fareways. Part-Time Line Cook position. Part time position available at the Golf Course Sports Bar and Dining facility. Required to accurately and efficiently cook hot food products as well as prepare and portion food prior to cooking. A minimum of one year experience is preferred along with good communication skills, ability to work flexible hours and a team spirit. All Pay Market Competitive. Submit applications and resumes to HR@ LOWA.org or fax to 540-972-2243. All positions must be able to pass a criminal background check and have a valid VA driver’s license. More information regarding these positions is available in the Human Resources Department. EOE.
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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 or email: jnave@ comcast.net. Licensed/Insured. 10% Discount for seniors and military. PRESSURE WASHING. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PRESSURE WASHING: Interior/ Exterior painting. JD, 540-841-5700. REMODEL - YOU have an idea? We’ll make it a reality. Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Basements. Call Mark 540-845-1816. REPAIRS & ROOFING. Install new and repair any small roof issues-- don’t wait until they cause extensive damage. Skylights, Seamless Gutters. Best warranty. 540-972-9444. ROOF LEAKING - Give us a call for a free estimate. Leaky roof or new, we’ve got you covered. Call Mark 540-845-1816. ROOFING and REPAIRS - No leak guarantee! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. SECURITY - BOB’S Got The Eye Security. Keep an eye on your home with security cameras anywhere (live). Call Bob at 540498-5026 for a free estimate. SEEKFORD and SONS Remodeling, 540-498-6542. SELLING? DON’T want the stress/expense of fixing & waiting for your house to sell when you could close in two weeks? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. SERVICE UNLIMITED. Affordable plumbing, home repairs and service. Licensed and insured. Yearly Plumbing Program. LOW homeowner. 540-287-3984. 24 hours for emergency. SMALL HAUL. For that haul that nobody wants to pick up. 540-7357977. SNAPPER JACK Yard Care, LLC, - Complete yard care, mulch, powerwashing, grass trimming and pruning. LOW homeowner. 540-9075800 or talkingbird@comcast.net. Fully insured and Free estimates. SNOW REMOVAL - Professional Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128. STEPPING FORWARD A New Beginning LLC Life Coach, www. charlotclaudon.com, 864-556-0321. TREE CARE/REMOVAL - Premier Arbor Services LLC, Complete Tree Service. Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming. 540718-3794. TREE REMOVAL, Any size, anywhere. Fully insured. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. TREE SERVICE - Professional Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128. WATER MAIN Leak Repair/ Replacement, Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589.
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HOME SELLING SEMINAR
Register by March 4th
March 9, 11 AM - 1 PM Lake of the Woods Clubhouse
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND? • People looking to sell their home • People interested in Real Estate • People thinking about buying a new home WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THE PROFESSIONALS • The importance of pricing • How your home should be marketed • 6LPSOH KRPH À[HV • Dynamic online marketing strategies • Staging to sell
Please email jane@licatagroup.com or call Light refreshments will be served
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Seller Success Stories
Lake Currents February 22, 2019
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