The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 14, No 25
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LOW to Celebrate National Night Out – Bring the Kids! by Randy Schwabenbauer, Member, NNO Planning Group
On Tuesday, August 1, residents are invited to the Sweetbriar pavilion from 6 to 9 PM for LOW’s first National Night Out event. Representatives from local and state public safety agencies will be on hand to greet residents, display vehicles and equipment, and conduct demonstrations. Free hot dogs, popcorn and water will be provided. No pets are permitted at the event. Nationally, this will be the 34th National Night Out (NNO) crime and drug prevention event. National Night Out is a program of the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) and currently involves over 16,500 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases around the world. National Night Out is designed to: heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime efforts; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and vigilant. More than 38 million people are expected to participate in “America’s Night Out Against Crime.” The LOW event will feature: • Sheriff Mark Amos and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office - a motorcycle, police cruiser and SUV. There will be a bloodhound tracking demonstration in which the dog will locate a “lost child” in the woods adjacent to the park. • Virginia State Police - two troopers and vehicles, as well as the Arson/Bomb Unit and robot. There will also be a VSP K-9 demonstration. • Virginia Department of Game & Inland Fisheries, Law Enforcement Division – two officers, vehicles and a 30-foot patrol boat. • Chief Scott Walker and LOW Security – officers, a police vehicle and a patrol boat. • LOW Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company will display an engine and an ambulance. The K-9 demonstrations will begin at 7 PM. All demonstrations will take place on the soccer field behind the Community Center.
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July 21, 2017
Sailing Camps Train Young Sailors
by Dan McFarland, Junior Sailing Program Instructor
Photo by Bill Ruark
Junior Sailing Program campers learn to right a capsized sailboat during a capsize drill.
The LOW Sailing Club Junior Sailing Program recently completed training another round of young sailors at its two summer Sailing Camp sessions in late June and early July. Each week-long camp session gave 14 campers instruction in parts of the boat, rigging, boat safety, seamanship, boat handling and teamwork. The young sailors demonstrated their newly acquired skills in Optimist Pram, Sunfish, Laser and Zuma sailboats. In addition to basic sailing maneuvers like tacking and gybing, the campers were taught safety-related skills such as the safety position and getting out of irons, a condition that exists when attempting to sail too close to the wind results in loss of boat speed and steering control. In more than a dozen years operating the sailing camps, the Junior Sailing Program has trained several hundred young campers in the sport of sailing.
dwellingLIVE Visitor Management: Tips and Tricks #1 Q: What does “Verbal Confirmation Code” mean on my dwellingLIVE home page? Do I have to put something in there? A: The Verbal Confirmation Code is meant to be used as an additional layer of security and control on your dwellingLIVE account to ensure you have authorized someone to call in a guest. Security will request this code when receiving a phone call to add a guest to make sure that the individual on the phone is in fact authorized to call in a guest. This code should not simply be your name or address - it should be a unique word, phrase or number that only you know. This will help ensure guests are properly being authorized to visit your property. It is not a requirement, but the Association does strongly recommend using this to help secure your account. If you have populated it with your name or address, we recommend changing it to a unique word, phrase or number. Look for more dwellingLIVE Tips and Tricks in future issues and if you haven’t already, take a moment to sign up! It’s quick and easy. Entering guests via the online or mobile app is faster than calling them in! Contact Member Services at 972-2237 for assistance.
President's Letter 2 General Manager's Column 3 Association News 3-13 Calendar 9-10 Viewpoints 16 Orange County News 21 Classifieds 21-23
July 22 Teen Pizza Pool Party 6:30 PM, Sweetbriar Pool
July 30 Board Candidate Forum 4-6 PM, Community Center
Watch Board Candidate Interviews Online at LOWA.org
July 27 Coffee & Conversation with Board Members Larry Morlan and Jeff Johnson 7 PM, Clubhouse
August 1 National Night Out 6-9 PM, Sweetbriar Pavilion
Members: Lake Currents can be read online at: LOWA.org/Lake-Living/Lake-Currents
August 1 Quarterly Assessment Payment Due
July 28 7 PM, Concert on the Point Featuring Island Gerry Duo
August 5 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 10 AM, Community Center
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Association News Lake Currents July 21, 2017
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.
President’s Letter by Larry Morlan
“The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will.” (V. Lombardi) Right off the top, our condolences and sympathy go out to the William Dixon family for the loss of life they suffered at Clubhouse Beach on July 1. Those words can never adequately express the deep sense of loss that we all feel. However, our thanks do go out to our security personnel and Fire and Rescue and all others who assisted in the efforts to save this life, and for their timely and professional responses to the other emergency events occurring at almost the exact same time. Turning the page and looking at the rest of the day of July 1, one can only be very impressed. The parade, under the direction of Stan Lasover, was a great success. It was larger than ever, featuring many 50th Anniversary displays, Star Wars and super heroes, political candidates, lots of vintage cars, fire and safety equipment, and a considerable number of private groups and organizations. Thanks to Stan and all of his volunteers, the parade ran smoothly and efficiently. Individuals then congregated on Clubhouse Point to enjoy games, displays, food and good neighbor mixing. It was made better by the new electrical supply that eliminated the gasoline generators used in the past to supply power. Having our own Clubhouse set up to provide food and drink on the Point was also nice. From there, everyone moved to watching the water ski show. What a great group! Thanks to all the volunteers that enable this group to practice and perform. They do put on quite a show. And the grand finale—an outstanding fireworks display. Thank you to Connors Pest Control & American Fireworks for providing financial support to underwrite this year’s expanded fireworks show. Traffic was steady and heavy throughout the day and evening, but no particular glitches or heavy hang ups were reported. All in all, according to Chief Walker, it was an uneventful traffic day for security. And per usual, security had augmented its staff with officers from other Universal Security offices. Looking around the Lake, one can see other summer activities in full swing. Early in the mornings, the sailing camp is operational, golf camps have started, pony camps continue to be a big draw and the various athletic camps are underway. The outside deck at the Clubhouse is open for dining, the golf course is looking great; Concerts on the Point are underway; and therefore, there is something for almost everyone to do. All of this points to the wonderful community we have at Lake of the Woods. Many generations of families gather to enjoy our amenities and to commune as families. It is great to see all the grand kids participating in Lake activities, and so many grandparents being a part of it. What wonderful bonding opportunities are offered right here at our Lake. It is at times like these that we all can step back and truly see the greatness of the Lake of the Woods. THIS IS LAKE OF THE WOODS!
Regular Board of Directors Meeting Community Center August 5, 2017 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: July 18, 2017 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 - Simon Gray 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. June Financials B. Lakes Management Report 3.8 Committee Reports A. Clubhouse Committee – Kathy Merritt, Chair 4. MEMBER COMMENTS ON BUSINESS AGENDA 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1 Status Report on 2016-2017 Board Goals 5.2 Consideration of Publishing in Lake Currents the Proposed Amendments to Regulation II., Admittance to Lake of the Woods and Related Identification Card Categories 5.3 Consideration of Sending to the Rules Committee the Proposed Amendments to Regulation III., Registered Tenants 6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Addressing Member Complaint 6.2 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance 6.3 Consideration of Establishing a Banking Relationship for the Purpose of Financing the Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project 7. MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 8. DIRECTOR COMMENTS 9. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Regular Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, August 16, 2017, Community Center 2 PM. • Annual Meeting of Members of the Association, Monday, September 4, 2017, Community Center 10 AM. • Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors, Wednesday, September 6, 2017, Community Center 9 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.)
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Send email to the Board at: Board@LOWA.org President: Larry Morlan Vice Pres.: Leighton Cumming Treasurer: JoAnn Zwickl Secretary: Jennifer Zukowski Directors: Carl Clawson Bob Hoh Jeff Johnson
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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) Director of Finance: Roy Mayberry (rmayberry@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)
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). POSTMASTER: Send address changes to LOWA, Inc., 102 Lakeview Pkwy, Locust Grove, VA 22508
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Round the Main Lake in Six Stops
June 21, 2017, 1 PM, Community Center
Present Larry Morlan, President Leighton Cumming, Vice President JoAnn Zwickl, Treasurer Jennifer Zukowski, Secretary Bob Hoh Carl Clawson Absent Jeff Johnson
by Phil Rodenberg, General Manager, CMCA® AMS®
Others Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Linda Brooks, Recorder (from 2 PM)
The Main Lake is center stage for lots of action this summer. Here is a ‘round the lake look at what’s going on.
3. The LOWA Buildings Department made repairs to the floating docks at the Small Marina and Sailboat Beach. Pilings were driven for stability. Worn decking boards were removed and replaced. Thanks to the dock users who noticed some nail pops and splintering boards. 4. Not on the Main Lake, but near it, is the Back Gate entry lane. Due to multiple incidents of vehicles speeding and/or tailgating through the Back Gate, the Maintenance Department installed a speed bump on the entry lane. This is to slow down vehicles entering and to minimize damages to the gate arm. During the week of July 4, the gate arm was hit seven times by speeding vehicles or tailgaters. Based on video surveillance, the cause is not a system issue but a speeding and unauthorized entry matter. 5. We got a report earlier this summer from residents of Turtle Cove that the Turtle Cove No Wake Buoys have been effective at slowing down boaters coming in and out of that cove. Thank you to power boaters who follow the no-wake speed rules. Cove-side residents and non-power boaters truly appreciate your courtesy!
July 21, 2017
See June 21 Minutes on p. 18
2. Non-powered boats like kayaks and canoes are fairly inexpensive and easy to find at nearby sporting goods stores these days, and Security has noticed an uptick in such boats on the lake without an LOWA decal. Thus, Management decided to offer non-powered watercraft decals at the Main Marina. Beginning in June, the Main Marina began selling NonPowered Watercraft Decals to members who may have been unable to get to Member Services in the Holcomb Building during regular business hours. The Main Marina staff provides all of the relevant forms for the member to complete, and the transaction can be completed quickly and efficiently to ensure a member’s watercraft is properly registered. Decals are provided on the spot to affix to the watercraft. Members with powered watercraft still need to have their registration completed at Member Services.
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Call to Order 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION There was no Executive Session. 2. OPEN SESSION President Morlan called the meeting to order at 2 PM in the Community Center. 2.1 Pledge of Allegiance 2.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation Secretary Zukowski confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice was sent to all members of record. 2.3 Approval of Agenda Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda. 2.4 Approval of the Minutes of May 17, 2017 and June 3, 2017. Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, to approve the minutes of the May 17, 2017 Special Board of Directors Meeting. Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, to approve the minutes of the June 3, 2017 Board meeting as amended. 3. REPORTS 3.1 Reports of Officers President Morlan reported that a bench was donated to LOWA by the Garden Club in recognition of LOWA’s 50th Anniversary. It has been installed below the dam. Members Robby Roskas and Kerry Gryczynski displayed a special throw with a 50th Anniversary design which they will present to the community at this year’s July 4th celebration. Throws will be available for sale to members for $50 each. President Morlan said a draft of suggested changes to the rules on fire pits was submitted by ECC. The Board has also received a draft Procurement Policy and the results of an advisory vote on financing the Clubhouse Pool project from the Finance Committee. All these items will be scheduled for discussion at the mid-July Board meeting. A. Committee Changes Motion by Cumming, passed unanimously, to approve the following Committee changes as presented on the Committee Change List dated June 21, 2017: (D-17-52)
1. This July is intensely hot! Speaking of hot, how about those July 1 fireworks at Veterans Dam? I truly believe our show is the best in the region, year after year, but this year was over the top. American Fireworks puts on a terrific show. Thanks, Connor's Pest Control and American Fireworks for supplementing our budget for additional fireworks for the 50th Anniversary celebration. Next year the 4th of July is on a Wednesday, so we will need to choose between Saturday, June 30 and Saturday, July 7 for our Independence Day events and fireworks. Got an opinion on which weekend is better? Write me at Feedback@LOWA.org.
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6. Back at the Clubhouse, a Concert on the Point is coming up Friday, July 28. The Island Gerry Duo will play beginning at 7 PM using the new tree-mounted outdoor speaker system. Boaters are allowed to moor in the Wake Zone near the Point during the concert, so boat on over to hear some tunes! We have concerts on the last Fridays of August and September as well. Enjoy your summer!
Amenities
Member Services/Holcomb Building: 972-2237 M-F; 8:30 AM-5 PM; Sat. 9 AM-1 PM
Fitness Center: 972-9680 Daily 5 AM-11 PM Note: Closed July 10-11
Clubhouse: 972-2221 Office Hours: W-F, 9 AM-5 PM Menus: LOWA.org/Amenities/ clubhouse See p. 8 for Hours
Golf Pro Shop (Woods Center): Daily 7 AM Reserve a tee time 972-2230 Golf Course: 7:30 AM daily
Community Center: 972-9680 ECC Office: 972-2211 M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM Equestrian Center: 972-2238 Fareways Café: 972-2216 M-W, 7 AM-9 PM; TH, 7 AM-10 PM Fri/Sat, 7 AM-9 PM; Sun, 7 AM-7 PM
Main Marina: 412-6552 Selling Ethanol-Free Gas Tues-Fri, 12-7 PM; Sat/Sun, 9:30 AM-5:30 PM Maintenance Office: 972-2223 M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM
Pools Clubhouse Pool 11 AM-7 PM, daily Sweetbriar Pool (Note: 7/22, closes at 6 PM for event) Daily (through August 4), 1-8 PM (closed Wednesdays) Daily (August 5-September 4), 1-8 PM Weekends (September 9-10, 16-17), 1-8 PM 9.9 Leaf/Brush Area: Daily 7 AM-7 PM. Closed Wednesdays Note: Closed from July 6 through Aug 3, open Sundays to members
Security/Front Gate: 972-2210 or 972-2020 https://community.dwellinglive.com/ lakeofthewoodsassociationinc.aspx Tennis: Alice Mote 540-424-8004 Courts available 6 AM to 11 PM Trash: LOW Compactor Site, 6729600 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 3
Association News Lake Currents July 21, 2017
Board Approves Bylaw Changes to Article VI, Section 3, Nomination and Election of Directors The Board of Directors voted on June 21 to make changes to Bylaws Article VI: Nomination and Election of Directors. Article VI refers to Nominations by Petitions and the board voted to modify language to Section 3. This amendment becomes effective immediately. WHO WANTED THE CHANGE AND WHY? The Nominating Committee sought an amendment to the Nominations by Petition section of the Bylaws to more accurately describe the process. WHAT IS THE EFFECT? The changes to Article VI, section 3 will clarify that the Nominating Committee does not “recommend” candidates; the committee presents them to the Board. Nominees by petition are not “approved;” they present valid petitions with 250 voting members to be included in the process, and are “accepted” on the slate of nominees by the Board. Section 1. Nominating Committee. The Board of Directors shall establish a Nominating Committee whose duty it shall be to solicit and present candidates, for formal acceptance by the Board, for the general election to fill Board vacancies for terms expiring in September of each year, and for vacancies for unexpired terms. Section 2. Nominations by Application. Candidates must submit their applications to the General Manager’s office no later than 4 PM on April 30. In years when April 30 falls on a weekend, candidates must submit applications by 4 PM on the next business day. Within three business days of the receipt of a candidate’s application, and confirmation of the candidate’s good standing, the General Manager will publish the name of the candidate on the Association Website, on the Association cable television channel, and on the Holcomb Building Member Services bulletin board. (Amended September 21, 2016) Candidates must use the standard candidate application form that is available at the Holcomb Building or on the Association website. Section 3. Nomination by Petition. Candidates may also run for the Board of Directors by submitting a petition signed by at least 250 Voting Members who are eligible to vote in the election, one signature per Lot. Petitions must be submitted to the General Manager’s Office no later than 4 PM on May 15. In years when May 15 falls on a weekend, petitions must be submitted by 4 PM on the next business day. All nominees who present valid petitions shall be given the same rights and privileges during the election process as those nominees who are presented by the Nominating Committee and accepted by the Board. Within three business days after the validation of a candidate’s petition, and confirmation of the candidate’s good standing, the General Manager will publish the name of the candidate on the Association website, on the Association cable television channel, and on the Holcomb Building Member Services bulletin board. Candidates must use the standard petition form that is available at the Holcomb Building or on the Association website. Section 4. Submission of Candidates. The Nominating Committee shall ensure that the list of candidates shall be received by the Board no later than 4 PM on May 31. In years when May 31 falls on a weekend or holiday, the committee shall ensure the list is received by the Board by 4 PM on the next business day. Committee shall endeavor to present a list of qualified candidates that number no fewer than the number of vacancies plus one. The Board shall accept the slate of nominees and announce the names of the nominees at the first Board Meeting in June. (Amended September 21, 2016)
Section 5. Elections. An Elections Committee shall be established by the Board of Directors to complete all the responsibilities required in the Elections Charter, procedures required for the election process for Directors, as well as a referendum or any other election process where a vote of the Members is required. The Committee Chair shall request assistance and coordinate with the General Manager and the Board Liaison for those tasks requiring assistance from the Board and staff. Election to the Board of Directors shall be by secret written ballot. The Association Secretary, Director of Finance, and the Chair of the Elections Committee shall validate that the Voting Members are in good standing. No ballots or proxy ballots shall be accepted after the close of the election at the Annual Membership Meeting. The Elections Committee shall count the votes at the close of the election. A recount of the votes shall be required if there are twenty (20) or less votes between candidates when the outcome could change the results of the election, and shall be done immediately following the first count. In the event of a tie, a drawing of names will be conducted and the first name drawn shall be declared elected to the Board. The Elections Committee will list the names of the candidates for three year terms in the order of the number of valid votes received by each, and then, in like manner, the names of any candidates to fill unexpired terms. The Board of Directors shall certify the election of those candidates in the order of votes received. The results of the election shall be submitted to the President and the General Manager when the count is completed.
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As a courtesy to our members these are the most common violations that the LOWA Covenant Site Inspector sees in the subdivision. LOWA is providing these as a helpful way for members to avoid being cited for violations. For more information, contact Matilde Barone, Covenant and Site Inspector 972-2211. Covenant 8 (1): (I) All lots, whether occupied or unoccupied, and any improvements placed thereon, shall at all times be maintained in such manner as to prevent their becoming unsightly by reason of unattractive growth on such lot or the accumulation of rubbish or debris thereon. Regulation V.D.1. Personal property, such as lawn and garden tractors (20 hp or less), equipment, ladders, receptacles for trash, accumulations of building supplies, lumber, toys, etc., shall not be stored in the front or side yards or in an unsightly manner in back yards. It is recommended these items be stored in a basement, garage, or approved shed. Installation of any building in which to store personal property requires ECC approval. Regulation V.F.1.c. c. All lots, open decks, porches, docks and carports shall be maintained in a neat and orderly condition (e.g., no debris, rubbish, appliances or interior furnishings).
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Events: July 22 LOWA Jr. Club Championship /Jr. Golf Event, 1:30 PM Tee Times 24 Golf Committee Meeting, 3-4 PM 29-30 Male/ Female Golf Tournament, 8:30 AM Shotgun July 31-Aug. 4 Advanced Junior Golf Camp, 9-11 AM On July 1, our PGA Junior Golf Team won their second match of the year. This was the last match for our team this season. We beat Fredericksburg Country Club on Saturday evening with a score of 10 to 2. I really do enjoy working with our junior players. A special thanks goes out to the parents of my junior players. Next year we will consider having a team for juniors under the age of 13 and another 13 to 15 year-old team. On July 11, the LGA held the Sadie Hawkins Golf Tournament. They had 68 players. The format was the best ball of the two-person team. For the Sadie Hawkins Tournament, the ladies invited a guy to be their partner. The ladies played from the green tees and the men played from the gold tees. Overall Gross Team winner was Nancy King and Chuck Liddick with a score of 68. The Overall Low Net team was JoAnn Roth and Gary Reese with a 54. Special thanks go to Loretta Yurkus for organizing the event During the month of July the temperatures are HOT! We are also offering special deals in the Pro Shop on selected merchandise. All 50th Anniversary Glasses and Cups are reduced 15 percent. We are also offering new Columbia Men’s Golf Shirts with cooling technology. These new shirts will cool you as you perspire. The cost is $43.99 while they last! We have lots of new Callaway Golf Shirts in awesome colors. We are offering a BIG Cap Sale! Take 20 percent off of any Lake of the Woods Cap in stock. Stop by the Pro Shop and take advantage of these super savings.
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The Junior Golf Team celebration dinner started with four separate tables; when the team members arrived, though, they moved the tables together to form one big team table. At the beginning of the season, these were individual players, but by the end of the season they became a team!
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Nominating Committee Opportunity by Ken Tillman, Chair, Nominating Committee
The Nominating Committee has completed its responsibilities for 2017. Now is the time to begin thinking about becoming part of the team that will be needed in 2018. The committee will need several new members, as five members have completed their three-year terms. The nominating committee begins its term in February of each year, and most of its responsibilities are completed when the names of the candidates for the following year are presented to the Board of Directors in May. This is a four-month commitment, and a great committee to be on! You may ask what the duties of this committee are. It is to solicit and present candidates for formal acceptance by the Board, for the general election to fill Board vacancies for terms expiring in September of each year, and also for vacancies for unexpired terms. The official application can be obtained from our website, LOWA.org, or obtained as a hard copy from Members’ Services in the lower level of Holcomb Building. Completed applications should be submitted in hard copy to the General Manager’s office. Don’t miss this opportunity to be an important cog in the search for, and preparation of, candidates to serve on the LOWA Board of Directors. Apply now.
Photo by Susan Turner
On July 11, the Orange County Board of Supervisors issued a proclamation in honor of the LOWA 50th Anniversary. (L-R) LOWA Board President Larry Morlan and Vice President Leighton Cumming receive the proclamation from District 5 Supervisor Lee Frame.
Free Youth Tennis Clinics
by Miff Devens, Chair, Tennis Committee
The August Tennis Social will be held Saturday, August 12 at the Hollyfield Park courts. Play begins at 9 AM and lasts until about 11 AM, with socializing to follow. This is a social event, not a competitive event, so all are welcome. Players at all levels will be attending and playing. Everyone gets to play. We change partners every 20-25 minutes. Thus, you will play with a variety of players during the two hours – a great way to get to meet other tennis players and neighbors. We ask each player (or couple) to bring a brunch item to share. We’ll furnish the drinks and tennis balls. The cost is only $2 per player. Please call Dale at 220-3726 to RSVP or for more info. If you don’t know until the last minute, come anyway, we’ll fit you in. Need a racquet? Someone there will have a spare to borrow. This is a monthly event and everyone is welcome to participate. If you are too busy this month, mark your calendar for the second Saturday in September and October for future events. Looking forward to seeing you – have fun and hit ’em ‘tween the lines.
Photo by Lisa Naghshineh
The second round of free Youth Tennis Clinics will be held in August, weather permitting. The stroke and drill sessions will be taught by Ms. Billie O’Neil, assisted by volunteers. There will be two sessions, with the first on August 14 and 15 for youth ages 6 to 10. The second session will be on August 21 and 22 for children 11 and up. Each session is limited to 12 registrants and runs from 9:30-11AM. Register in person at the Community Center, or request a form by email (szelinsky@lowa.org). Additional registration information can be had by calling the Community Center at 972-9680. These sessions are sponsored by Designcraft Homes, LOW True Value Hardware, JZ Signs, LOWA Community Center Activities and the LOWA Tennis Committee. Drinks and snacks will be provided at all sessions. Come join the fun.
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Have you seen/used our Fitness Center lately? The two new airconditioners are working great. The new floor covering dresses the place up and, as you can see, there is plenty of room for everyone. Come do your workout and then head for the pool. Life is good.
Photo by Dan Reams
New flooring improves the appearance and usability of the Fitness Center.
Helping to Build a Healthier Community CLINICAL | MENTAL | SPIRITUAL
Providing FREE medical, emotional, and spiritual care to those eligible uninsured patients in Orange County and surrounding areas.
Image by Lukmire Architects
Watch for an upcoming FAQ about the Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project in the August 4 issue. For more information about the project visit LOWA.ORG/CAPITALPROJECTS.
SERVICES OFFERED • Medical Care • Mental Health Care/Counseling
Save The Date: Fire & Rescue Masquerade Ball
• Spiritual Care • Health Screenings • Health Care Classes
by Marguerite Schwab, Member, LOW F&R Auxiliary
• Financial Planning Assistance
CLINIC HOURS: Thursday Evenings 5 pm - 8 pm Please call 540.854.5922 to make medical appointments
COUNSELING HOURS: Appointments scheduled days and evenings throughout the week Please call 540.854.5923 to make counseling appointments
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Would you like to dance to the music of the Fredericksburg Big Band? Ladies, would you like to look oh-so-beautiful in your lovely dress, and your date so handsome in his tux or dress suit? How about having a great dinner with all your best friends? If you answered YES to any or all of the above, then you need to show up at the Clubhouse on the evening of October 28 at 6 PM! The LOW Fire & Rescue Auxiliary is sponsoring a Masquerade Ball for the benefit of Fire & Rescue. For ticket information, please go to http:// lowfr29.com. We hope to see you all there! Plan on wearing a mask, just for the fun of it!
July 21, 2017
LIVING WATER COMMUNITY CLINIC
Lake Currents
The Susannah Chandler Chapter of DAR is pleased to present a “Treasured Memento” for our community’s 50th Anniversary. The 50th Anniversary Throw celebrates Lake of the Woods’ special buildings and sites. Highlights include the Clubhouse, the special LOW 50th Anniversary Logo, the Clubhouse Beach and Pool Complex, the Golf Course, sailing on the Lake, the Woods Center, the Holcomb Building, the Entrance Pond and Fountain, Spotswood Park, riding at the Equestrian Center, the Community Center, and Turtle Island. Ten years ago, our chapter celebrated the 40th Anniversary of Lake of the Woods with a 40th Anniversary Throw. Past Regent Martha Sukites headed up the project. The throw was well received by our community members. Our chapter was delighted to design a new throw to celebrate our community’s 50th Anniversary. The project was headed up by Regent Robbie Rokosz and Chaplain Kerry Gryczynski. We would like to thank our Susannah Chandler Chapter members, the LOW 50th Anniversary Committee, General Manager Phil Rodenburg, past Communications Coordinator Melanie Parmelee, present Communications Manager Carolyn Brodeur, Edward Hoffman and the Sailing Club, and the families, students and staff of the Equestrian Center for their help and support. The Chapter will be using the proceeds of the sale of the Americanmade 50th Anniversary Throw to support a few charitable causes. The primary beneficiary of the funds raised will be homeless Virginia Veterans. Our chapter’s project is to provide warm clothing for Virginia veterans who at present are going through a difficult time. Our goal, working with regional Veteran’s Clinics, is to provide a set of warm and comfortable sweat pants and tops to the veterans who sacrificed to help protect and defend our county and our freedoms. Our second cause is to provide funds for VADAR State Regent Judith Surber’s 2016–2019 State Regent’s Project which is the underwriting of a conference room in the Claude Moore Hall Center for the Constitution at James Madison’s Montpelier. Our chapter wants to support celebrating Orange County’s history and heritage. The 50th Anniversary Throw is on sale for $50. Please contact Regent Robbie Rokosz at 972-4512 or Chaplain Kerry Gryczynski at 972-3238 for orders. LOW delivery is free and USPS shipping is available for a fee.
Association News
Fitness Center Renovation
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
32345 Constitution Hwy. Suite H Locust Grove, VA 22508
540.854.5922
www.livingwaterclinic.life
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LOW Cool Cats and Chicks: Coming Soon
An evening of 1950s Music and Dancing
LOWLINC Celebrates Seniors During Older Americans Month
Raw Bar
At The Hop
Featuring oysters, clams, mussels and shrimp.
July Dinner Specials
Featuring Bill Feterle
ENTRÉES – Served with 2 sides Fresh Catch – Chef’s monthly selection is Rockfish-parmesan encrusted Rockfish topped with roasted garlic and herb butter-17
With Special Guest Sherri LaHay Lasover
Sirloin “Baseball” SteakGrilled and topped with our own cabernet demi-glace-18
Saturday, September 30 7:00 - 10:30 pm, LOW Community Center
Lacy’s Chicken – Char-grilled and topped with sautéed spinach, goat cheese, artichoke hearts, and drizzled with lemon butter basil sauce -14
Lake Currents July 21, 2017
Prime Rib every Friday and Saturday while it lasts. Chef Robert’s Catch of the Day! Visit our website for our full specials menu. www.lowa.org Lunch: Sat & Sun, 11 AM-4 PM Dinner: Wed, Thurs & Sun 5-9 PM. Fri & Sat, 5-10 PM Brunch: Sunday 10 AM-1 PM Menus: LOWA.org/Amenities/Clubhouse To make reservations, call the Clubhouse at 972-2221.
Ticket sales begin August 7 at www.lowlinc.org Paid Advertisement
Stuffed Tomato- Vine ripened tomato stuffed with rice, peppers and onions and drizzled with Balsamic glaze-14
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August 19 and 20, 2017
2017 LOWA LGA Club Championship
Sign-up: August 2nd to 16th , 2017 Cost: $30.00 per person (+) Green Fee and Cart Handicaps will be from August 15th LOWA Ladies Club Championship is a (2) day event. This event is for 18 hole and 9 hole golfers. Winner’s names will be added to the Official Trophy in the Pro Shop. All other ties in flights will split the sweeps winnings.
July 29-30, 2017
2017 Male /Female Golf Tournament
2017 LOWA Men’s and Senior Men’s Club Championship
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This year’s sponsors of the Summer Concert Series are: Locust Grove Veterinary Clinic, Lakeside Title and Escrow, Inspired Electrical, Locust Grove True Value Hardware, Designcraft Homes, Licata Group Real Estate, Townsend Home Health and Hospice Care, and JK Carpets. Thank you. For more information, contact Pat Licata at 540.735.7998.
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Island Gerry Duo Friday, July 28 at 7pm on Clubhouse Point
Cost: $30.00 per team (Cash or Check) (Cart and Green fee additional) Sign-up in Pro Shop: Saturday July 12, 2017 to Wednesday July 26, 2017 “One Best Ball of the Two Person Team”
August 19 and 20, 2017
Sign-up: September 2nd to 16th Cut-off: Noon August 16th Cost: $30.00 per person (+) Green Fee and Cart Handicaps will be from August 15th, 2017 LOWA Men’s and Senior Men’s Division for the Club Championship is a (2) day event. This event is for 18 holes. Winner’s names will be added to the Official Trophy in the Pro Shop. All other ties in flights will split the sweeps winnings.
Call the Pro Shop for more information 972-2230
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July21-July 27, 2017 LOWA Regular Board of Directors (June 18 Meeting)
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Coffee & Conversation with President Larry Morlan and Director Jeff Johnson Thursday, July 27, 7 PM, CH LOWA Board Candidates Forum Sunday, July 30, 4-6 PM, CC
Fishing With Louie - Luis Amador -Fishing LOW (:30)
Meet with Board Secretary Jennifer Zukowski Mondays, 9-10 AM, Fareways Café at the Woods Center
Real Virginia
Committee Meetings:
Members are encouraged to attend. Meetings are subject to change; contact the Committee Chair for current information. Visit LOWA.org, click on Administration tab, then Committees.
Meet Your Neighbor - Norm Allen host (:30) Orange County Board of Supervisors
July 28 - August 3,2017 LOWA Board Candidate Interviews Elections Committee’s Norm Allen interviews three Candidates running for two Board positions opening on Labor Day— Carl Clawson, William Feterle, Clifton Wilks LOWA Regular Board of Directors (June 18 Meeting)
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The Out of the Norm Show - Vint Hill, Virginia (:30)
Golf: 7/24, 3 PM, WC Elections: 7/25, 10 AM, WC Communications: 7/26, 3 PM, WC Planning: 7/26, 7 PM, LLCH Investment: 7/31, 1 PM, CC Treasurer: to immediately follow Fitness: 8/1, 4 PM, CC Safety/Security: 8/2, 3 PM, WC ECC: 8/3, 8:30 AM, WC 50th Anniversary Ad Hoc: 8/7, 1:30 PM, CC Finance: 8/7, 7 PM, CC Equestrian: 8/8, 1:30 PM, CC Pools: 8/8, 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
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Program Schedule Channel 18 is available to Comcast Cable
LOWA Regular LOWA Board Meeting Saturday, August 5, 10 AM, CC
Lake Currents
Orange County Board of Supervisors
July 21, 2017
Fareways serves breakfast ALL DAY. Also enjoy sandwiches, burgers and salads. Call for daily lunch specials
with the Board
Monday - Wednesday: Thursday: Friday and Saturday: Sunday:
Thursday, July 27 7 PM
Call for takeout, 540.972.2216
7 AM to 9 PM 7 AM to 10 PM 7 AM to 9 PM 7 AM to 7 PM
President
Larry Morlan
Clubhouse
Director
Jeff Johnson
President Morlan & Director Johnson to host.
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Ca l e n d a r of E v e nts
Notice of Meetings & Events
SPORTS & EXERCISE (subject to change) Location Aerobics
Saturday, July 22 6:30 PM Teen Pizza Pool Party (SB). Info: 972-2680.
LOW Community
Thursday, July 27 6-7:30 PM Outsmart the Scammers Seminar (LLCH), free. RSVP 9720484. 7 PM Coffee and Conversation with Board Members (CH). Info: 9722214.
Church 972-9060
M, TH
Donna 972-1977
Horseshoes for Fun
HF
9 AM
TU, TH
Ron 412-2872
Joggers Club
Call
TBD
TBD
Diane 540-388-2930
Kayak Club
Edgemont Bch Edgemont Bch
7 PM 10 AM
TU F
Dave 972-3143
Pickleball Play Beginner Class
CC
9:30 AM-5 PM 12-2:30 PM
M-F TH
Greg 540-388-2540 or John 540-229-7940
Praise & Worship Dance
LOWC-WC
10 AM-12:30 PM
W, SA
Sonja 972-1734 or 972-9060
Senior Softball
HF
9 AM
F
John 540-229-7940
Square Dancers
LLCH
7:30-9:30 PM
2nd/ 4th/5th F
Roy/Garnett 804-448-5793 or Mike/Jackie 972-8717
Square DancersLords & Ladies
LLCH
7:30-9:30 PM
1st/3rd F
Sims 972-3187/Haring 972-1924
LLCH
8:30-9:15 AM
M, W, F
Frances 972-5435
$
CC
7 PM
TU, TH
Mike 540-710-3318
Tae Kwon Do (12-adult) $
CC
8 PM
TU, TH
Mike 540-710-3318
Volleyball Adult/coed
CC
7-11 PM
SU
Michael 809-7406
Walkers Club
Call for location
9 AM
M, W, SA
Diane 540-388-2930
Water Fitness (seasonal) $
Clubhouse Pool
9 and 10 AM
M, W, F
Carol 972-6739
Yoga – Intermediate
$
CC
9-10:15 AM
W
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga – Beginner
$
CC
10:30-11:45 AM
W
Rebekah 908-358-8406
9-10:15 AM F Yoga – All Levels $ 6-7 PM TH ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, BRIDGE & FUN (subject to change)
Tuesday, August 1 6-9 PM National Night Out (Sweetbriar Pavilion).
Deadline for submissions to the August 4 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, July 24. Deadline for submissions to the August 18 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, August 7.
Mowing, Trimming, Mulching, Hauling, Leaf removal, Tree removal, Gutter Cleaning, Landscape Design,
Property Maintenance Packages
Chris Williams
540-223-5105 Serving Virginia for Over 6 Years “We’re coming to kick your grass!”
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Location
Time
Day
Contact
AARP Meeting
CH
9:30 AM
3rd M
Carolyn 972-3306
Art for Fun
CC
1:30-3 PM
TH
Elaine 540-845-4127
Bridge, Sunday Duplicate
WC
7-9 PM
SU
Bob 972-8211
Bridge, Monday Night
WC
7 PM
M
Jim 202-365-7554
Bridge, Wednesday Ladies
WC
9 AM-3 PM
W
Margaret 972-9489
Book Club
Wilderness Lib.
1 PM
2 W
Alice 972-4782
Book Club at LOW
CC
7 PM
1 /3 M
Alan 972-2168
Chess Club
Burger King
6:30-8:30 PM
2nd/4th/5thTU
Matthew 540-659-3414
Childhelp Auxiliary
LOWC, rm. 211
10 AM
1 W
Nancy 972-2599
Civic Club Meeting
LLCH
7 PM
2nd W
Pat 540-735-7998
Civil War Study Group
LLCH
10:30 AM
4 F
Charles 540-972-2401
Closet Quilters
CC
12:30-3 PM
TU
Maureen 972-7010
Coloring Book Club
CC
10 AM
F
Terry 540-412-2282
Craft Group
LOWC
9:30-11:45 AM
TU
Rochelle 972-3438
Democratic Club
CC
1:30 PM
2 W
Kerry 972-2737
Eclectic Book Club
Call for location
7:30 PM
Last W
Geraldine 540-388-2449
Fire & Rescue Auxiliary
CC
2 PM
2 W
Marguerite 972-3681
Fun Bunch 55+
CC
10 AM-1 PM
TU
Community Center 972-9680
Garden Club
CH
12:30 PM
2 M
Jan 972-1630
Investment Club
WC
7 PM
4 TU
Lee 972-0395
CC
10 AM
W
Sylvia 972-9680
Litter Pick-up in LOW
All around LOW
9 AM
3 SA
Jan 972-1630
LOW Fliers R/C Club
CC
5-8 PM
3rd F
Terry 412-760-4593
LOW Lioness Club
CH
6:30 PM
2 TH
Joyce 309-533-9227/Julie 412-9952
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
Players, Theater Group
CC
7 PM
2 W
Bob 972-5928
Photography Group
FC
7 PM
1st/3rd TU
Bill 540-834-9866
Republican Women’s Club
CH
11:30 AM
4 W
Connie 972-0083
Susannah Chandler DAR
CC
1 PM
2 SA
Robbie Rokosz 972-4512
TOPS weigh in/meeting $
LGES (Rt. 20)
5:15 PM
TU
Nita 540-219-7028 Audrey 540-222-3569
Veterans Club
LLCH
7 PM
4th TH
Dick 308-5507
Woodworkers Shop
Compactor Bldg.
9 AM
2 SA
Hal 972-9803
Woodworkers Club
CC
7 PM
4th TU
Hal 972-9803
Knitting & Crocheting
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Lake Currents July 21, 2017
M, W, F
10:30 AM
CC CC
Saturday, August 5 10 AM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC). Info: 972-2214.
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8:30-9:30 AM
Tae Kwon Do (8-11)
Sunday, July 30 4-6 PM Board Candidates Forum (CC). Info: 972-2214.
Contact
CC
$
Stretch and Flex
Friday, July 28 10:30 AM Civil War Study Group (LLCH). Info: Charles 540-645-2705. 7-9 PM Summer Concert on the Point.
Day
LOWC
Exercising for Health
Tuesday, July 25 1-7 PM Lions Red Cross Blood Drive (LLCH). Info: Lalli, 540-2419426. 5 PM Orange County Board of Supervisors Meeting (Gordon Bldg.). Info: orangecountyva.gov.
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Square Dancing Across Generations
Local Penny Pines Honorees
Recently, I had the opportunity to meet and dance with Nathan, an energetic 8-year old, who started dancing when he was six. He was quite accomplished and poised, and helped correct my form when I made a misstep. Although a little shy at first, after a short tip (a set of dances) he opened up, and we talked about his interest in square dancing. He and his two older brothers started taking square dance lessons two years earlier after their grandfather passed away unexpectedly. “My grandma loves square dancing,” Nathan said, “and when my grandpa passed, we knew she was sad, and we wanted Photo provided to be sure that grandma continued dancing because Linda Futato (right) and Nathan enjoy she loves it so much.” discussing square dancing. During one of the breaks, I had a chance to speak with Nathan’s grandmother. Dancing with her grandsons was so special to her. Square dancing brought the family even closer after her husband died. As Sean, her oldest grandson, and a junior in high school, said, “It’s fun to dance with my grandmother and see her smile again. And because we’re a little younger, my brothers and our friends put own spin and energy into the dance.” Join by yourself, with a partner, or as a family and dance across the generations with the LOW Square Dance Club. We’re a social club that combines fitness, mental agility and fun. Email for information about lessons, dues and club activities: lowsquaredanceclub@gmail.com.
Penny Pines is a National Garden Club conservation project supporting the United States Forest Service with funds for replanting replacement trees for the reforestation of burned-out, infested, or flooded-out areas. Each donation of $68 is called a “plantation” and provides for the planting of 300 seedlings. These trees are not just pine trees but may be trees indigenous to a damaged area. These plantations provide soil protection, watershed protection, soil stabilization, future harvestable timber, as well as beauty and shade for recreation. At our monthly meetings, the LOW Garden Club passes around a Penny Pines jar to collect loose change and the pennies add up quickly. We are proud to announce that we are awarding three Penny Pines certificates to honor members of our club for their continued support of the club gardens they oversee here at Lake of the Woods: Gaylen Smoak, for leading a team to beautify the garden at the entrance to the Clubhouse; Bette Scheuermann, for leading a team to beautify the Wilderness Branch Library Garden; and Mary Simms, for leading a team to enhance the Memorial Garden at the end of the lower level Clubhouse parking lot. Our garden club thanks you ladies for making a difference! Your efforts have resulted in 1,800 seedlings being planted in a national forest. Penny Pines can also be given not only in honor of an individual but also in memory of a person. Just last year, our garden club gave Penny Pines Certificates in memory of Martha Foote for her many years working with the landscaping of LOW. Please feel free to check out the National Garden Club website (gardenclub.org) or contact any garden club member if you would like to honor or remember someone who loves trees.
by Linda M. Futato, President LOW Square Dance Club
by Joy Poole, LOW Garden Club
LOW Community
Full Service Catering Catering Direct: 540 645 3930
Starting @ 13.99
House salad or soup of the day Garlic Parmesan Baguettes.& Choice of One Side
Pick Two Entrees
Grilled Top Sirloin, Grilled Chicken Breast, Shrimp Scampi, Grilled Shrimp Skewer or Firecracker Shrimp
Take it to the next level
Atlantic Salmon $2 , 1/3 Rack Ribs $4, Crab Cake $4
Thursday’s 530-8pm Live Singer
Friday Night Live at the Grill
Lake Currents July 21, 2017
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9pm until close - Must be 21
7/21 Karoake w/ Tim C 7/28 Steele Rose Band
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8/25 Open Mic Night
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LGA News
LOW Needs Good Babysitters
by Heather Kuzma, Publicity Chair, LGA
by Mary Lou McFarland, Lake Youth Foundation
LOW Community
Our next LGA tournament is the President’s Cup. The tournament is scheduled for August 1, 8, and 15, three consecutive Tuesdays. Just like the Spring Tournament, this is an individual stroke play tournament. You will compete within your flight. Winners are determined by the best two rounds out of three for gross and net. You don’t have to sign up in advance, just pay an extra $2 on the morning of the 1st if you want to enter. If you can’t play one of the days you can still compete with your other two rounds. There will be a regular game each week also. You must sign up to play each week, as usual. The Member/Member tournament is scheduled for Tuesday, August 29. This is a two-lady team tournament. Be sure to sign up with your partner. Signup sheets will be posted in the ladies’ lounge at the Woods Center. Lori Barnes and Sharon Carmical are chairing this event, if you have any questions. You are eligible to play from the green tees on Tuesdays if you are 72 years old or older, or if your handicap is 39 or above. This is something you might want to consider during the hot days of summer.
Photo provided
Supersitters students learn the proper way handle and diaper babies.
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Lake Currents July 21, 2017
Students between the ages of 11-14 can sign up for the babysitter training class offered by the Lake Youth Foundation (LYF) on August 17 and 18 from 9 AM to noon. Students learn safety training, First Aid and CPR. The class teaches how to diaper and care for a baby, care for toddlers and much more. This is not a sit-and-listen class, but more of a chance to role-play situations that may actually occur. Applications are available from the Holcomb Building, Community Center and from the LYF website lakeyouth.org. The application deadline is August 10; cost for the class is $25. We add our graduates’ names to the babysitter list which is available to all parents in LOW by either calling Diane at 972-8634 or emailing her at info@ lakeyouth.org. The class is a fun way to end the summer. Sign up now! For more information about this class, call Mary Lou at 972-1483. RE/MAX Cornerstone 4444 Germanna Hwy, right next door to Bella Cucina Restaurant & True Value
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MGA News
Frank Walker to Speak on Mine Run Campaign
by Bill McClellan, MGA Communications
by Charles Brewer, President, Civil War Study Group
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Congratulations to Chuck Liddick. On Saturday, June 17, Chuck made an ace (hole-in-one) on the par 3 17th hole, using a 5 wood from about 158 yards. It was Chuck’s fourth career hole-in-one, but his first here at LOW. It only took him 34 years to do it. The LOW Middle Virginia Senior Golf Association (MVSGA) team is currently in fifth place in the 10 team league with a record of 3 wins, 5 losses, and 2 ties. Each match consists of 10 two-man teams playing the match play format. Each individual match is for 18 points. Winning a hole is worth 1 point and ties are worth a half point. Participation is open to all LOW residents in good standing who are members of the MGA. You must be 50 years old and have an established handicap. The MGA’s annual “Lamborghini” match play tournament is progressing toward conclusion. Fifteen two man teams began play in May. It is a doubleelimination tournament, so a team has to suffer two losses before being eliminated. The top team in the winner’s bracket plays the top team of the loser’s bracket in the finals. The top team in the loser’s bracket must beat the winners in two consecutive matches to be crowned champions.
LOW Community
The Civil War Study Group’s programs continue July 28 at 10:30 AM in the Lake of the Woods Clubhouse Lower Level. Our speaker will be noted local historian Frank S. Walker. Between November 26 and December 2, 1863, the Union Army of the Potomac left its Culpeper winter camps, crossed the Rapidan River, and sought to force the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia out of Orange County. Virtually all of the combat portions of the campaign took place in eastern Orange County. Walker’s talk focuses primarily on certain key officers whose decisions, actions, and inactions led to the campaign’s failure. Fra nk Wa Frank was named after his father, who was named lk er after the real-life Frank Stringfellow, recently depicted in the PBS TV series “Mercy Street”. Frank Jr. wrote the definitive history of our area, Remembering: a History of Orange County, Virginia. 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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Wine Talk
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by Joe Szadvari, Sommelier Summertime usually means outside activities, including grilling and barbecuing. Here are some wines I recommend for those types of activities. Bougrier Familie, Loire Valley, Anjou (village), France, Rose d’Anjou, Vintage 2016, – First, the Loire Valley of France is breathtaking with many beautiful castles and chateaux! Second, this particular rosé is absolutely delicious. Loads of strawberry, red cherry and red fruits abound in this wine, both on the nose and on the palate. This is a great wine with grilled chicken, summer salads, light cheeses, and even grilled lighter-tasting fish. Price: About $11 a bottle. Sobon Estate, Hillside, Sierra Foothills, Amador County, California, Red Zinfandel, Vintage 2014, – I can’t say enough about this red wine. Once it is aerated, it gushes with aromas of blackberry and black cherry. Your palate will be engulfed with blackberry, black plum, and pepper and spice flavors. If grilling, this wine would pair well with sausage (especially spicy Italian!), mango chutney chicken, or marinated London Broil
(one of our favorites!) This beauty has a slight creaminess in texture that is very appealing. Price: About $12 a bottle. Garnacha de Fuego, Old Vines, Calatayud, Spain, Vintage 2015, - I cannot believe how good this red wine is, given that it is only $9 a bottle! A wine in Europe that is designated “old vines” really means something (by law!). This particular wine is made from grapes from vines that are at least 35 years old. These vines produce fewer grape clusters, which are smaller than younger vines and the grapes produce wines which are much more elegant and deeply fruity. Wine Spectator rates this wine at 89 points in overall quality. I’m not surprised; I think it should be rated higher since the wine maker is the world-renowned Jorge Ordońez. Beautifully crafted, this red wine has loads of intense dark fruit aromas and flavors of black plum, black cherry, and hints of spices (a Garnacha grape characteristic). On top of all of that, it also has a very creamy texture! What a great bottle to serve with either grilled or barbecued meats. It is also a wine that would pair well with strong cheeses (not just Spanish cheeses!) First and Local, Chardonnay, California, Vintage 2016, – I was pleasantly surprised with this Chardonnay. It’s not the usual oaky or highly citrusy “Chard” from California. It drinks very much like a White Burgundy! Loads of pear and apple aromas and flavors are evident - such a fresh and clean wine, with just a hint of vanilla or butter. This is unusual for a wine made from “surplus” grapes from several vineyards. Pair this beauty with lighter cheeses, salads, tuna steak, or grilled chicken. Price: About $10 a bottle.
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The Garden Club has sponsored its first Monarch butterfly waystation. It was installed by garden club members Dan and Joan Greene. After the waystation plants (White Swan Echinacea, Baby Joe Pye Weed, Blazing Stars, May Night Sage, Swamp Milkweed and Milkweed) were planted and established, a form was submitted to acquire the Lake of the Woods Monarch Waystation Certification. Our station/habitat is called The Marvelous Monarch Manor. You are welcome to stop by 106 Sand Trap Lane and enjoy it.
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Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting every Mon., at 7 PM at LOW Church (Rm 210). Meeting every Wed. and Fri., at 7 PM at 32345 Constitution Hwy. Suite O. Info: LOW Church 972-9060. Alzheimer & Dementia Support Group: Third Wed. at 10 AM, Room 210. Info: LOW Church 972-9060. Alzheimer’s Support Group: Meets third Tues., 6:30-7:30 PM, Culpeper County Library, 271 Southgate Shopping Ctr. Free. Learn tools needed in each stage of the disease to support both care partners and those diagnosed. Open to all. By Alzheimer’s Association’s Caregiver Support Groups. Call to confirm group is meeting. Info: Kathi Walker, 825-3100, ext. 3416, or kwalker@rrcsb.org. Healing Hearts Grief Support Group: Tues., 7 PM, LOW Church Library. Weekly support group for anyone grieving the death of someone close. Please call Lynn, 972-7714, before attending. Looking for a Baby Sitter? The Lake Youth Foundation has a list of students who have taken their Super Sitter class with lessons in fire safety, first aid and CPR, practiced handling babies with confidence, and learned fun activities for children. Info: Diane, 972-8634, or email LYF at info@lakeyouth.org. LOWLINC - Non-profit 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 vetted vendors. Feebased. Info: 1-855-LOWLINC or visit LOWlinc.org. LOW Lions/Lioness Wilderness Food Pantry: Located behind LG Town Center, Rt. 20. first and third Fridays from 9 AM to noon; second and fourth Wed. from 4-6 PM; last Sat. from 9 AM to noon. Clients may come to the pantry two times each month. Mail contributions to Lions Wilderness Food Pantry, P.O. Box 605, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Info: Dave, 972-9657. 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-noon on Sat. at the Velona 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, contact Dave at 9722125, or Susan at 972-2772. If
Contact Points are not immediately available, please leave message and we will return your call. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Family Support Group. Free support group meeting on the first and third Thursdays from 6-7:30 PM, at Wilderness Library. Open to care takers, parents or concerned family members who may have someone in their family who currently has or is in recovery from a mental illness. Info: Bobbie 540-222-2808. Orange County Free Clinic: Offers primary medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in OC. Medical care available Mon-Thurs, by appointment, and on Tues. evenings (walk-in). 101-C Woodmark Street, Orange. Volunteers needed. Info: Dorren Brown, 672-0793. Red Cross Blood Drive: Fourth Tues. every other month in the lower level Clubhouse, from 1-7 PM. To give blood, you must be generally healthy, at least 18 years of age, and weigh at least 110 pounds. The next blood drive will be July 25. Info: Lalli, 540-241-9426. Seeking Counseling? The LOW Church offers affordable counseling for all persons by appointment. Info: Church, 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 972-0726, 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.-Fri. with minimum of 48 hours notice. Free Service (but donations are encouraged) Call 540-825-3100 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, 972-1629 or Gail.Sauro@yahoo. com.
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Good Time Cruisers Car Show, on the second Saturday of each month, April thru Oct, 5 PM till sundown at the Locust Grove Town Center at Rtes 20 and 611. Family friendly, bring the kids, show your special car. Car awards, prize drawings and classic rock music. Proceeds go to LOW F&R Squad, LG Food Pantry, and local charities. LOW Directory. The directory is on sale for $10 at Member Services area in the lower level Holcomb Bldg. Sales benefit F&R. Information: Mary Lee Hensel at mlhensel59@gmail.com. Bargains! The Lions Velona Building at the trash compactor is open for sales and drop-offs on Saturdays each month from 9 AM to noon. To arrange a donation pickup, call Cindy at 972-1187. For available furniture sales, call Rick Rappoport 540-316-1398 or Stan 412-9854. To check available household items, call Rich T., 540-538-8767. Cause 4 Paws. We are in need of volunteers, cat food, and monetary donations. Proceeds benefit feline rescue. Donations are tax deductible as we are a 501(c) (3) charity. Info: LA, 972-4960 or Darlene, 972-8038. LOW Lioness Book Sale. Used books will be sold on the last Saturday of each month from 8:30 AM-3:30 PM at the Ferris Bldg. Proceeds go to the Benevolence Fund. Book donations are accepted at our book sales and on Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30-11 AM. No reference or text books please. Closed for December and January. Info: Ann, 972-4338; Sherri, 412-9854; or Helene, 412-0798. Cars for Homes. Donate your car, boat, RV, trailer. Proceeds go to Orange County Habitat for Humanity. Call 877-277-4344, and they will pick up. All donations are tax-deductible. 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.
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July 28, Create beautiful Pressed Flower Art at the Wilderness Branch Library! Friday, July 28 10:30 AM-12 noon. Each participant will create a unique design with colorful pressed flowers and leaves that will be presented in a glass frame for display. Limited to 15 adult participants and registration is required. Free and all supplies are included. Please register at the library’s front desk or call 540854-5310. Aug. 6, New Hope Baptist Church, 32250 Old Plank Road, Locust Grove, will host its annual Homecoming Sunday, August 6 at 11 AM. Revival services will be held Monday, August 7 through Friday August 11 nightly at 7 PM. All are welcome! For more information, contact info@newhopebapt.org. The LOW Eclectic Book Club meets on the last Wednesday of every month at 7:30 PM. Book schedule: July 26: Marrow: A Love Story by Elizabeth Lesser; Aug. 30: Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly; Sept. 27: Beneath a Scarlet Sky by Mark Sullivan. Contact Geraldine at geraldinestarot@gmail.com for location information or to be placed on the email notification list. Ski Club Practice is on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30 PM to dusk and Saturday mornings from 8-11 AM. We ask that boaters look for the red flags flying at the dock, and if they are, approach the main dock with caution as there will be boats and skiers in the water. We understand on Thursdays the main dock is a busy place. The Ski Club will be happy to assist members docking to enjoy the Clubhouse during the busy times. Hopefully, you can enjoy our kids practicing during your dinner! LOW Square Dance Club. Please join the LOW Square Dance Club for FREE Modern Western Square Dance Introductory Sessions. Have fun, make friends, exercise your brain and your body. Text (or Call) at 571-328-9247 or email lowsquaredanceclub@gmail.com, for more information. All are welcome. Entry forms for the Lake of the Woods Visual Art Council Show and Sale Sept. 16 and 17 are available at the Holcomb Building lower level foyer and at the Community Center. Questions? Jan Moore 972-9355 or Sallie Wallace 972-0412. Entry deadline is Sept. 9. Wilderness Library Programs: All programs are drop-in, individual registration is not required. Info: 854-5310. Story Time Tuesdays (July 25): 10:15 AM, Toddler Time, 15-20 minutes of stories for children ages 18 months to 3yrs old with a caregiver. 11 AM, Preschool Storytime, 30-45 minutes of stories for children 3 to 5yrs old with a caregiver. Teen Craft Mondays,
July 24, 2 PM, Mug Cakes. Family Performance Tuesdays at Locust Grove Middle School, July 25, 3 PM, Reptiles Alive! Sept. 16, AARP-sponsored Baseball Game Trip, Washington Nationals vs. Los Angeles Dodgers; $75/pp. includes round-trip motorcoach transportation and ticket. Info/reserve: John Trach, 972-4883 or Dave Kraus, 571-334-4913. Lost or Found Pets in LOW can be posted on facebook.com/ LOWlostandfoundpets. Hearing Aids/Eyeglasses Recycled: Place unused hearing aids and eyeglasses in LOW Lions boxes at Wells Fargo Bank, Wilderness Pharmacy, LOW Hair Studio, and LOW Security.
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To reserve meeting space in all facilities: Woods Center, Community Center, Lower Level Clubhouse, and Sweetbriar Park/Pavilion, contact Sylvia at 972-9680, or see “Forms” at LOWA.org. Deadline for submissions to the August 4 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, July 24. Deadline for submissions to the August 18 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, August 7.
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Re: June 9th Viewpoints letter: I was thrilled to read the insightful responses of the two Viewpoint letters in the June 23 Lake Currents. We cannot escape our history of bigotry by decrying “political correctness”. It is wrong to laugh off insensitivity to others...to forget the devastation prejudice yields. Mary Hudak I’m more than disappointed about Saturday’s celebrations, the traffic and parking, intrusive behavior of guests, lack of function by security and event managers was atrocious, having a year to plan the actual events, someone didn’t do due diligence with the aforementioned problems, we can’t conduct an event of this magnitude without on going security and management...the ball was certainly dropped this year, took the liberty to send pics and complaints to VDOT and State Police. Route 3 at the entrance was an actual hazard for hours and hours. Dennis Romine
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Being a property owner since 1967, and homeowner since 1988, I was looking forward to purchasing tee shirts with the 50th Anniversary logo on front for myself and grandchildren at the July 4th celebration. To my disappointment and surprise, there were none! The only clothing displaying any reference to the 50th Anniversary was a polo “golf-type” shirt with 50th in gold on the sleeve. This is not “in” with the younger population, nor myself. This event and celebration surely seemed to be the appropriate venue to sell such an item, especially in view of all the “hype” about the 50th Anniversary, and the warranting of a special sign signifying this occasion. No one seemed aware of what “department” would handle such a project, of the three sources contacted prior to Saturday’s event. Perhaps Labor Day would be a good opportunity for such a sale. James Doremus What a surprise on July 4th to look out my kitchen window and see a chicken walking around on my driveway out back. As I came down the steps the chicken hid behind some mulch bags that I had by the garage. I called security and when I said I think I have a chicken in my yard, I heard “You have what?” They sent Major Brown to check this out. Yes, he said that is a chicken and we put the chicken in a bucket. Major Brown has a friend who is a game warden. He was happy to have the chicken which is 4 months old. Where did it come from? No one seems to know because they are not allowed in the Lake. Last month I had a large turtle in my yard which finally moved on. I laughed when we had lunch at the Pro Shop and was telling Larry Morlan about it and showed him the pictures. Larry said to call him if the next visitor is an alligator! Anne Hartzel
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Lake Currents July 21, 2017
There are many pontoon boats operating at night posing a possible hazard to other boaters and themselves. Many navigate displaying two white headlights! It is not only illegal, according to Inland Rules of Navigation, but also a danger for others. Night vision is destroyed for the operator and also for other boaters. With the increased traffic on the holiday weekend, it is important that all boaters display the proper red light on port side, green light on starboard and white light on the stern. Proper lighting allows everyone to know who is traveling in what direction safely. As one who has navigated thousands of miles on lakes and oceans, I know the importance of following the rules. Everyone benefits. Joshua Bookstaver
Having just had a wonderful time on July 4th weekend with our grandchildren, we wanted to offer praise, a thank you and a suggestion to the LOW staff: 1. Once again, a great fireworks display on July 1 and a wonderful parade for the kids; 2. Thank you, Chester Guzek, LOW Assistant General Manager, for your kindness in picking me up in your cart when you saw me (and my sore knees) struggling up the hill to the swimming pool. It was a lovely and thoughtful gesture; and 3. We suggest that the equestrian center offer pony rides on either Saturday or Sunday of the holiday weekend, as it has done in previous years, not just on the Friday before. This year’s schedule precluded most LOW folks from having their grandchildren, visiting for the holiday weekend, from using the facility. That is a shame, and is obviously unnecessary since it is a departure from past practice. In any event, we thank all the LOW residents and staff for making LOW the wonderful place it is. Andrea and Marty Grossman In reference to the letter in the July 7 Lake Currents, the remark about “A group of individuals are protesting the development of the new fitness/pool complex” is not accurate. The group of individuals are collecting hundreds of signatures for a petition calling on the Board to call a Special Meeting of the Membership to change the Covenants to require the Board to seek Membership approval if the Board wants to spend over $500,000 on any new capital, replacement capital or improvement capital projects and not on any specific project to include the proposed fitness/pool complex. The Board is currently seeking $5,000,000 from banks which will place a loan on each lot that will need to be paid by each owner according to the loan requirements. If the loan is outstanding at time of sale, the owner will have to disclose this to the new owner. At issue here is only that owners have no say in a $5,000,000 loan now and in future projects. William Logan I understand that there is a lot of fighting going on about not only the cost of the new pool, exercise room, and all the extras but also whether or not we need it. Remember people also complained we didn’t need new sprinklers on the golf course, a new bar at the clubhouse or a bar at the golf clubhouse. But, they were done to enhance the LOW lifestyle, make us more appealing in the housing market and to give LOW residence’s something they could be proud of instead of broken down equipment and closing of amenities due to repair. We have been here for 15 years and the last 5 years I have been able to enjoy the pool. We don’t drink or play golf but we didn’t strike against the improvements. Not everyone is going to use ALL the amenities but ALL the amenities should be useable and in good condition. We can’t always be shiny and new but we can’t afford to throw money at a pool that’s in disrepair. Sharon L’Etoile Eight letters were submitted to ViewPoints, and all have been printed. Lake Currents prints all ViewPoints submitted that meet ViewPoints Guidelines. The comments and opinions offered by individual members do not necessarily reflect the views of the Association. Letters for publication should be limited to 175 words or less, be submitted by a member in good standing with the association, and emailed to LakeCurrents@LOWA.org. Letters are published as submitted and not subject to editing, except where required to conform to Board approved guidelines. Letters must include writer’s name, lot and section number.
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June 21 Minutes from p. 3 Committee Term-end Date Community/ Youth Activities June 20, 2020 Elections June 20, 2020 External Affairs Feb. 28, 2017 External Affairs Sept. 20, 2018 External Affairs Sept. 2, 2018 Finance Planning June 20, 2020 Pools June 20, 2020 Pools
3.2 Report of the General Manager A. Lakes Management Report GM Phil Rodenberg said that at a member’s request Keaton’s Lake was tested in multiple locations for possible blue-green algae. None was found. New compressors and cooling fans were installed in the Keaton’s Lake aeration system at a cost of $3,043 due to malfunctioning of the rebuilt compressors. B. Other Business The 50th Anniversary Golf Tournament on June 10 was attended by 104 golfers. The Pickleball/Tennis RFP has been drafted and will be circulated by email to obtain member comments prior to release next week. Management continues to work on ways to increase member usage of the dwellingLIVE visitor management system. Member Services has issued over 2400 new ID cards for members who want to use the Pools or Fitness Center. The 9.9 leaf drop site will be closed from July 6 through August 3 to allow for tub grinding; it will be open on Sundays only during that period to accommodate members. Although no action is needed at this time, the Board may want to consider action at their July 18 Board meeting to authorize the transfer of funds from the New Construction and Renovation Reserve to: 1) the Unrestricted Operating Cash fund to meet cash reserve requirements ($36,274), and; 2) the Repair and Replacement Reserve ($182,271) to be earmarked for the Clubhouse Recreation Project. 3.3 Committee Liaison Reports: No reports 3.4 Committee Reports A. External Affairs Chair Doug Rogers updated the Board on Committee membership and the numerous liaison assignments of each of their members. Committee members represent and/or network with a wide variety of County and community organizations throughout the year, including the Germanna-
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Name Action Elizabeth Vasquez Voting William Logan Voting Philip Aitken-Cade Extend Term-Voting Pat Licata Extend Term-Voting Doug Rogers Extend Term-Voting Dave McKee Resigned Jim Hutchison Voting Jill Humphries Voting Carol Greeney Alternate
Wilderness Area Planning Board, Chamber of Commerce, LOW Church, Orange County schools, real estate businesses, the Piedmont Environmental Council, public utilities, the Environmental Protection Agency, and Orange County and state government officials. He briefly reviewed activities of individual members and Committee initiatives. A recent survey of “Best 100 Towns in VA for Starting a Small Business” rated Locust Grove at number 17 on the list. 4. MEMBER COMMENTS ON BUSINESS AGENDA Two members spoke in favor of the Board adopting the proposal to produce video content for our Comcast Channel 18. One member recommended some wording changes to the proposed Mission, Vision, Values and Overarching Goals statements. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project Financing. (D-17-53) Motion by Hoh, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the draft Charter for the Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Financing Ad Hoc Committee. Members of the Financing Ad Hoc Committee are Chair Bob Hoh, Olive Kelly, Roy Mayberry, Phil Rodenberg, Pam Schubert, Tom Sheridan and JoAnn Zwickl. The group will hold their first meeting on June 27, 2017 at 2 PM in the Community Center, which will be open to all LOW members. General Manager Phil Rodenberg reviewed the most recent rough cost estimate for the project received from Architect Greg Lukmire, and discussed the current project scenario and timeline which forecasts completion by May, 2019. A. Morton Thomas has already started an underground utility survey at the Clubhouse pool site. 5.2 Consideration of Adopting Amendments to Bylaw Article VI: Nomination and Election of Directors. (Policy Resolution 2017-12) (D-17-54) Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt Resolution 2017-12, a Policy Resolution, regarding amendments to Bylaw Article VI: Nomination and Election of Directors, effective immediately. 5.3 Discussion of www.LOWA.org Website Redesign. (D-17-55) Communications Director Carolyn Brodeur summarized the plans for redesigning the LOWA.org website, which is being done to satisfy Board Goal #5 to upgrade the “functionality, user-friendliness and content” of the site. The initial objective was to review the requested website features and project options and then have the Board select an option. The advantages and disadvantages of available features of two viable options (i.e. staying with Jonas alone vs. adopting a Jonas/WordPress hybrid) were compared for cost and ability to meet LOW’s needs. Motion by Zwickl that the Board stay with the Jonas website platform through the reorganization and redesign process and re-evaluate the site to determine if the capabilities meet our needs. Vote: Yea: Zukowski, Zwickl, Clawson and Morlan. Nay: Cumming and Hoh. Motion passed 4 to 2. 5.4 Consideration of Electronic Voting Rules and Procedures. (D-17-56) Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt the electronic voting rules and procedures dated June 21, 2017, the revised Elections Committee Charter and the revised Standard Operating
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June 21 Minutes from p. 18 Procedures. 6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Adopting LOWA Mission, Vision, Values and Overarching Goals Statement. (D-17-57) Motion by Zwickl that the Board adopt the Mission, Vision, Values and Overarching goals statements as presented. Following discussion, proposals to amend the wording of the Vision, Values and Over-arching Goals sections statements passed unanimously. Vote on the original motion to adopt the LOWA Mission, Vision, Values and Overarching Goals Statements as amended passed unanimously. 6.2 Discussion of Fareways Propane Gas Installation and Kitchen Equipment. Assistant General Manager Chester Guzek provided the Board with an update on progress made toward the installation of gas service and kitchen equipment at Fareways Café. The County has approved the installation of gas service which will be done by AmeriGas and is scheduled for July. Crest Food Service will be the vendor for additional kitchen equipment. Overall cost of the project is estimated at about $18,000 due to one late change order. 6.3 Discussion of Possible Contract with American Lifestyle Media for Channel 18 and www.LOWA.org Programming. (D-17-58) LOW member Norm Allen, principal of American Lifestyle Media, LLC, presented the Board with an unsolicited broadcast consulting proposal for upgrading the video content of programming on Channel 18. It was proposed that 2 months capital ($5,000) would be needed to fund a 60-day pilot program, with the LOWA contingency fund and FLOW being proposed as possible funding sources. It was proposed and anticipated that underwriting income solicited by Mr. Allen and staff would be sufficient to cover the monthly cost of the service after the initial 60-day period, so that the program would then be self-funding. Motion by Zukowski that the Board approve as a FLOW project the Channel 18 broadcast consulting proposal, and approve two months start-up funding in the amount of $5000 ($2500/month), funds to come from the Contingency Fund. Vote: Yea: Zwickl, Zukowski, Clawson and Cumming. Nay: Morlan and Hoh. Motion passed 4 to 2. (Note: This action approves the concept of the proposal; adoption of any contract in the future will depend on evaluation of short-term results.) 6.4 Consideration of Approving Carry-over of FY2016-17 Capital Projects. (D-17-59) Motion by Zwickl, passed unanimously, that the Board approve carrying-over the following capital projects: Reserve Project #88: 14th Pond Bulkhead Replacement $5,000 Reserve Project #169: Clubhouse Basketball Court Fence $11,700 Reserve Project #448: Concrete Boat Ramp, 50% Main Marina $10,000 Reserve Project #716: Flat Run/Forebay Construction $138,100 6.5 Discussion of Year-end Capital Projects Report. Director of Facilities Jessica Graves provided the Board with summary of the year-end status of major capital projects. This past fiscal year, there were 87 projects in the Capital Spending Plan. Of those, 64 were completed, 13 are
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in progress and 10 are “on hold.” For completed projects, projects that came in under budget exceeded those that came in over budget for a net savings of $66,372. 6.6 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance. (D-17-60) Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, that the Board authorize entry to the lot in Case Number 17-062101 on or after June 21, 2017, and direct that the yard be mowed and cleared of debris and that the property be billed for the cost related to such work in accordance with Paragraph 14 of the Restrictive Covenants. Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, that the Board authorize entry to the lot in Case Number 17-062102 on or after June 21, 2017 and direct the fallen tree be removed and the debris, weeds and growth be removed from the driveway and that the property be billed for the cost related to such work in accordance with Paragraph 14 of the Restrictive Covenants. 7. MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS Members commented on: 1) the need to hold down expenses associated with the proposed new Clubhouse Pool and Fitness Complex; and, 2) a recommendation that the Board delay proceeding with other projects until the cost of any work planned on the Flat Run Forebay project is determined. 8. Director Comments President Morlan announced that June 29th is the last day to submit candidate names to the Honor Awards Committee. Director Hoh said he voted “Nay” on the Channel 18 upgrade proposal because the details of the financing lacked clarity. 9. Scheduled Meetings: Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 7 PM in the Community Center. Special Meeting of the Clubhouse Pool/Fitness Center Complex Ad Hoc Financing Committee: Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 2 PM in the Community Center. Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Saturday, August 5, 2017 at 10 AM in the Community Center. 10. Adjournment Motion by Cumming, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 5:23 PM Jennifer Zukowski, LOWA Secretary Approved: ______________________
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The Library of Congress presents films at the Packard Campus of the National Audio-Visual Conservation Center. Programs are free and open to the public, but children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Seating at the screenings is on a first-come, first-serve basis. The theater is located at 19053 Mt. Pony Rd., Culpeper. All free, no reservations required. For more information, call 202-707-9994.For general theater information, call 540-827-1079 ext. 79994 or visit loc.gov/avconservation/theater/. Thursday, August 3 (7:30 PM) Pat and Mike (MGM, 1952) College phys-ed instructor Pat Pemberton (Katharine Hepburn) enters into professional competition as a golf and tennis player, but loses her confidence whenever her undermining fiancé is around. Mike Conovan (Spencer Tracy), a likeable but shady sports promoter, first attempts to get Pat to lose, but later wants to become her manager – and perhaps more. Friday, August 4 (7:30 PM) La Bohème (MGM, 1926) For her inaugural MGM effort, Lillian Gish selected King Vidor to direct La Bohème based on Henri Murger’s 1851 novel La Vie de la bohème (The Life of the Bohemian). Gish is cast as Mimi, the delicate seamstress who takes up residence in Paris’ artists’ colony where she falls in love with aspiring painter Rodolphe (John Gilbert). Renee Adoree co-stars as the saucy Musette, while Edward Everett Horton steals several scenes as Rodolphe’s musician friend Colline. Makia Matsumura will provide live musical accompaniment.
Saturday, August 5 (7:30 PM) The Night of the Hunter (United Artists, 1955) In his sole directorial endeavor, British actor Charles Laughton creates a poetic and unusual parable of greed, corruption, and redemption in this dark allegory of good versus evil. Robert Mitchum stars as Harry Powell, a deranged, self-appointed preacher who terrorizes two children to learn the hiding place of some stolen money while romancing their widowed mother (Shelley Winters). He meets his match in Rachel Cooper (Lillian Gish), a saintly protector of runaway and abandoned children.
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3 LOTS FOR SALE in Section 7. Lot #24, 25 and 27 which are close to the small marina and back gate for convenience. 45k per lot or buy all 3 at a reduced price. Contact Larry at 202-302-6216 or 540-9720922 for more details. LOTS For SALE - Waterview corner 100 Pine Valley Rd $82,000. Near Gate and Clubhouse 4619 Lakeview Pkwy, make offer, $17,000. Culvert In 103 Yorktown Blvd, make offer $19,000. 327 Yorktown Blvd, near pool/park, $19,000. 122 Washington St, beach nearby, $25,000. 3706 Lakeview Pkwy, convenient, $49,900. 1209 Lakeview Pkwy, Water overlook, $65,000. LOW Estate Section 8 Rapidan Rd, $135,000. Waterfront 110 Confederate Cir, $150,000. Call Ruthan O’Toole, Century 21 Redwood Realty, 540-661-6811 or C21Otoole@gmail.com.
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Last week the county held a town hall meeting on the status of the Germanna Wilderness Area Plan (GWAP). We covered the progress made since the last town hall and covered economic development, the historical and cultural assets in the GWAP area, transportation, planning and zoning, and water and sewer. In addition to a briefing on these topics, there were posters for people to examine on each topic. All of the briefing material and posters are on the county’s website on the GWAP page. If you are interested, you can examine this information and provide inputs to the GWAP Steering Committee from the website. The Orange County School System finally received the fiber optics project grant from the federal agency that provides assistance to schools and libraries for telecommunication costs. We have been waiting for this grant for eight or nine months, and have been concerned that the new administration would cancel this program. This grant will partially fund fiber optic connectivity to all of the schools which covers almost the entire length of the county. The school system and the county are collaborating in a joint project to include additional fiber optic lines beyond that required for the schools but which could be used to support county public safety communications and increase bandwidth service throughout the county. The biggest expense for this effort is digging the trenches and installing the conduits from one end of the county to the other. The county will fund the additional fiber optic lines in the conduits needed to provide the public safety communications and to enable broadband service to the citizens. The grant amount is $1,005,402. We have a quote for the overall installation of the conduit and fiber of $1,335,825 and the county will cover the rest of the cost. This fiber optics network will enable implementing the county’s Rural Broadband Initiative. The overarching goal of this initiative is to provide Orange County’s residents and businesses currently not served by broadband with affordable, reliable high-speed broadband. This initiative will be transformative for Orange County in any number of ways including education, economic development, public safety, and healthcare. While affordable, reliable highspeed broadband is urgently needed now in the unserved areas of the county, it should take several years for this project to be realized, given the complexity of the technology used and the resources required. This fiber optics network will have a significant impact on education in the county because it removes the current bandwidth limitation for students and staff and will allow the schools to prepare for future online/network instructional activities. The project will give the schools virtually unlimited bandwidth between all of our facilities to assist staff and students in using the most modern internet and network resources available. The partnership with the county means that instructional programs and services will extend beyond the school walls to reach more homes in Orange County than ever before. More students will now be able to do homework and research at home instead of having to go to the library or a Wi-Fi capable restaurant. As I mentioned in my last article, we are preparing to build a public safety center. This center is only part of the overall effort to improve public safety. The rest of this effort will be to use this fiber optics network to tie into new radio towers that will support an upgrade of the radios used by the sheriff, fire and rescue. The upgrades are needed to meet new required communication standards. 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.
Your Next Barbeque! Make Your Walls Look New by Changing the Hue! Decks, Kitchens, Baths, Tile Anything, (Backsplash?) Hardwood Flooring, Painting, Drywall, Basements, Additions, Ceiling Fans, To do Lists by the Hour! Prevent Fires- Clean Dryers ($65 for typical 1hour Cleaning!) Excellent References-Local. Free Estimates! Please call Shawn O’Malley at 540604-4220. A STEP UP. Nothing to Imitate. Honest Prices and Honest Work. Interior & Exterior Painting, Tile, Wallpaper. Power Washing, Deck Resurfacing, Repairs & Replacement, Vinyl Railing Systems. Drywall Repairs, Smoke and Water Damage. 30 Plus Years at my Trade. LOW Resident since 1984. 972-4036, 847-5052/Fax. A TOUCH OF CLASS CLEANING by Deborah. 20 years experience LOW. (Cell) 540-8453914 or 540-972-1554. A&T ENTERPRISES - Minor household repairs and upgrades. Installation of toilets and water heaters. No job too small. In LOW for 5 years. References available. Terry 412-760-4593. A/C & HEATING Installation/ Repair - Ask Luke Zello, Often Imitated Never Duplicated, 540-4063589 A/C and HEAT REPAIR, Call Johnny B. Quick and save $ at 540903-5369. ADDITIONS and DECKSTurning Point Construction, LLC. Class A Contractor. For all your remodeling needs call Michael Phillips at 540-760-7015 or mike. tpoint@hotmail.com. AIRPORT CONNECTIONS We drive you to/from IAD, DCA, RIC, BWI airports. Reliable service. Reasonable rates. 540-273-2627. ALL-IN-ONE LANDSCAPE Maintenance - We take care of all your lawn and landscape needs. Serving LOW since 1992. Call Dave 540-842-3786. ARMITAGE PAINTING – Interior & exterior painting, power washing, deck staining, carpentry, drywall and plumbing. Tile and remodeling, and more. 540-672-2252.
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ASK LOGAN about our Discount Prices on Mulching, Leaf Removal, Gutter Cleaning, Junk Removal and Driveway Sealing. 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, Often Imitated Never Duplicated. 540-406-3589. ASPHALT PAVING, Sealing, Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BRICK/STONE Masonry - Patios, walkways, porches, retaining walls. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BULKHEADS and DOCKS, Boat slips, Ground level decks, Walkways, Steps and Beaches. Since 1993 we have provided quality, affordable services to our neighbors at LOW. Licensed and Insured, including Workman Compensation for all employees. You won’t hire us and then have us hire someone else. LOWA has contracted our services for the past 15-plus years. Our bulkhead replacement can be measured in miles, not feet. We build many beautiful docks each year. We do not use large equipment in our work. See some of our work at both LOW Marinas, the small lake boat ramp, and the new LOW Kayak Dock. We recently installed over 1000 ft., of new bulkhead work at Meadow Farms Golf Course. Let us show you why we stay so busy. Free estimates, second opinions, and proof of Insurance are gladly provided. Call D&B Services, Inc., 540-972-7361. BULKHEADS, DOCKS, and Decks. Our price, materials, and quality is unmatched. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. C&C DESIGNS - Custom Home Enhancements. Remodeling/ additions, kitchens/bathrooms, custom concrete showers/ countertops, and custom kitchen islands. New concrete and decorative concrete restoration and resurfacing. Decks, retaining walls, and tranquility gardens. Indoor/ outdoor ponds, fountains, waterfalls. Custom Pet Homes and Play areas. Call Curtis 540-903-8219. If You Can Imagine It, I can Make it a Reality. CARPET STEAM Cleaning – Garland Ray, Vietnam Veteran. Powerful truck-mounted equipment. Cleaning in Lake for over 20 years. 540-832-7602. CERAMIC TILING For Bathrooms, floors, foyers, countertops. Call 898-7773 for a free estimate. Ask for Bob Yak. References available upon request. CHIMNEY REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.
CLEANING DONE Right! Over 20 years experience. All supplies included. Free estimates. Call Maid4-Hire, Theresa 540-920-8277. CNA LOOKING for private evening job. Available Mon, Wed, Fri, and some weekends. Certified CPR, first aid and years of experience. References available upon request. Call Debbie at 540429-7420. COMPUTER REPAIR (Tech Sense) - Inclusive technology support: virus removal, data recovery, smartphone & 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. CRACK’S LANDSCAPING, LLC - Leaf Clean-up and Removal, Mulching, Tree work, Firewood, Bush Trimming, Gutter Cleaning, Sand/Gravel, Heavy Hauling, & lots more! 24-hour storm damage. Snow Removal. Licensed and Insured. Ronnie Crack, 540-522-2334. CRAWLSPACE WATER Issues? 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. 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 540207-0979. DONAHUE HOME Improvements - Additions, sunrooms, screen porches, bath remodels, decks. Over 30 years experience. We do it all and do it well! Resident since 1967. 540220-2764.
DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRIVEWAY PAVING, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRIVEWAY REPAIR and Resealing, call Johnny B. Quick and save money at 540-903-5369. DRYWALL and ALL: M.A.N.’s Drywall and Home Improvement, LLC. LOW resident for 10 years. We do it all. Drywall, painting, light electrical and plumbing, frame basements and additions. Interior Build-outs, Kitchen and Bath Remodels. I’ll beat any written proposal by a licensed contractor. State Corporation Commission and Insurance documents provided with every proposal. All work guaranteed. Contact Mark (owner) at 540-845-1816. ELDERLY CARE SERVICES Be touched by an angel 24/7; 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? Ask Luke Zello, Often Imitated Never Duplicated, 540-406-3589. EXCAVATIONS - for WATER Lines, Sewage Lines, Basements, Foundations. Large or small; 12” W, 25” W, or larger. Call Carlos for free estimate, 540-656-6005. FOUNDATION REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. FURNITURE REPAIR and Restoration. Wood - Upholstery. 20 years experience. LOW Resident, Chris Capone 540-388-4307 or 703915-1537. GARY’S HANDYMAN SERVICE - Grass cutting, mulching, leaves, clean gutters, & pressure washing. Call 540-229-5959. GUTTER CLEANING/Guard Installation - Ask Luke Zello, Often Imitated Never Duplicated, 540-4063589. HANDYMAN PLUS - 30 year LOW resident and Licensed Contractor. 2-stage pressure washing, Quality painting and staining, Decks and repairs, Screen porches and sunrooms, storage sheds, siding repairs, Doors and locks, gutter guards and cleaning, lighting and plumbing fixtures, dishwashers and water heaters, drywall repairs, and more! Call Erich, 972-2664. HOME REPAIRS & UPGRADES - Plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting. Upgrades, kitchens, bathrooms. Small jobs welcome. 540-854-0800.
INTERFAITH MINISTER/ WEDDING Officiant- Rev. Geraldine Amaral, Interfaith Minister and Licensed Wedding Celebrant in Commonwealth of Virginia is available to officiate at various Life Ceremonies: Weddings, Memorial Services, Child Dedications and House Blessings (religious or non-religious). Let me help you craft a beautiful and meaningful ceremony that reflects who you are. Revgeraldinea@gmail.com or 202441-0415. IVAN’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS. Professional painting, drywall repair and installation; tile/backsplash repair and installation. We also install crown molding, chair rail, baseboards & all your carpentry needs, kitchen & bath remodeling, hardwood floor installation, also installation of ceiling fans & light fixtures. Does your house or deck have unsightly mold - let us make it beautiful again by power washing it! We also paint garage floors with 2-part Epoxy paint. Senior citizen & military discounts. Licensed & Insured. Call Ivan Ducceschi 540729-0939. JUNK HAULING - Ask Luke Zello, Often Imitated Never Duplicated, 540-406-3589. JUNK REMOVAL Fast, Call Johnny B. Quick 540-903-5369. KICKING GRASS - Call today to receive a free estimate on all your outdoor needs. From grass to trees, mulch and leafs. Call today for your Grass Kicking, 540-223-5105. L&M CLEANING LADIES. 540718-8261. LAKESCAPES OF VIRGINIA, LLC - Lawns & Gardens. Design, installation, maintenance. Residential, commercial. Call Carlos Ortiz, 540-656-6005 or email: lakescapes.llc@gmail.com. LANDSCAPING HARDSCAPING, Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LANDSCAPING MULCH, double-shredded hardwood. Delivered on dump truck, 17 cu. yds. or 10 cu. yd. size loads. 540825-1472. LAWN MOWING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL, 101HP Diesel ODB Municipal 16” Leaf Vacuum. Ask Luke Zello, Often Imitated Never Duplicated, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL, Call Johnny B. Quick at 540-903-5473, and talk to Logan, Leaf Removal Specialist. LOT CLEAN-UP. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. MARY KAY Cosmetics - Contact me for a complimentary facial. Machiel Strader, 757-404-8000, MachielStrader202@gmail.com. Website: MaryKay.com/mstrader. MOVING - DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999.
For Sale 2-MAN UNSINKABLE Fishing Boat, Swivel Seats, 2 Electric Motors, $300. 540-406-3509. BOAT - 2006 STRINGRAY 64-hours. Bow Rider. Like new. Plus Trailer $13,500. 703-732-9143 or 540-972-8370. FIFTEEN FOOT Canoe in very good condition. $150 OBO. 703 731-6025.
FLOATING DOCK. Ideal for launching kayaks or standup paddle boards. 60 x 90 inches with hinged metal ramp. Dock breaks down into 2 sections. Expandable by adding additional sections. $200. Call 703455-7151. FURNITURE FOR SALE, Oak coffee table $95, oak lamp table $75, oak china cabinet $295, Ethan Allen hutch/drop leaf desk $250, maple desk with shelves and chair, $150. Call Linda 610-766-1290. MERCURY 3.5 HP, 4 stroke engine. Bought new 2015 only used 10 hours. Asking $750. Call/Text Gary 919-345-5542.
Yard Sales COPPERSTONE PROFESSIONAL Estate Sale. 141 Eagle Ct. Fri, July 28, 10 AM-4 PM; Sat, July 29, 10 AM-4 PM; Sun, July 30, 12-4 PM. Jewelry, china, crystal, LR, DR, and BR furniture, art, kitchenware, antiques, and unique collectibles. Photos and info at estatesale.com. C. France, 540273-8746 GARAGE SALE - Saturday and Sunday, July 22 and 23, from 8 AM-2 PM. 102 Oak Court (end of Confederate Dr.), 972-9431. Antiques, furniture, china, pictures, lamps, shoes, Chico’s clothes. Lots More (no childrens). YARD SALE, July 22, 2017, from 8 AM-2 PM. 238 Washington Street. Tools hand+power, flat screen TV, Barbie dolls and accessories, furniture, cookware, rocking chair, metal desks, dog crates, toys, sporting goods, motorized car+coach with chargers, computers+accessories, storage shelves and much more.
Employment HELP WANTED!!! Want To Learn Many New Skills? Want To Make Some Large Bills? Seasonal Or All Year Round Work Available! Full Or Part Time, You Will Find, Great Work And Pay!!! Call Elisa at 540-623-8905.
Misc. NURSE AIDE COURSE. $795 includes tuition, books, PPD, background check. Next Start Date: August 8, 2017. Info: 703-402-2509.
To reserve meeting space in all facilities: Woods Center, Community Center, Lower Level Clubhouse, and Sweetbriar Park/Pavilion, contact Sylvia at 972-9680, or see “Forms” at LOWA.org. Deadline for submissions to the August 4 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, July 24. Deadline for submissions to the August 18 issue of Lake Currents is Monday, August 7.
LOWA Employment CLUBHOUSE Part-Time Line Cook. Flexible hours working with a great team. Must be able to prepare, portion and cook food products with competency in other areas of food preparation. Looking for team players. Previous experience desired. CLUBHOUSE Part-Time Food Expeditors. If you are a team player and looking for flexible hours working in a pleasant environment please apply for this position! Expeditors are needed to ensure food orders are served in a timely manner and the presentation looks fresh, appetizing and is properly prepared as ordered by our patrons. CLUBHOUSE Part-Time Servers. Flexible hours. Must be 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 Line Cook. 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 communications skills and ability to work flexible hours. All positions must be able to pass a criminal background check and have a valid VA driver’s license. More information on these positions is available in the Human Resources Department. Submit applications and resumes to HR@LOWA.org or fax to 540-972-2243. LOWA is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
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STANLEY’S LAWN Care Mowing, Weed-Eating, Mulching, Tree Removal, Fertilization, Hedge Trimming. Fully insured, free estimates, references upon request. 540-308-8072, Travis Stanley. TAILOR - EXPERT Alterations for Men and Ladies, over 60 years of experience, just retired from 50 years in business in Washington, DC. LOW resident, call: Joe Sauro, 540-972-1629. THE MASTER’S HANDS - Power washing, Carpentry, Handyman Services. Free Estimates! Kenneth 540-621-6892. TOWNSEND HOME HEALTH and Hospice Care. Where Professionalism with Compassion come first. Excellent references with 25 years experience in LOW. We provide services for you or your loved one in the comfort and safety of your home. A staff of medical professionals to provide care a few hours a day, a week, or 24 hours in the following areas: Alzheimers, dementia, personal, health, medication management, hospice, palliative, respite, pre-op, post-op & recovery, doctor visits, errands, meal preparation, light housekeeping. Tina Townsend h-540-972-3064, c-540-842-7026, Nan2Noah1@aol.com. TREE REMOVAL, Any size, anywhere. Fully insured. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. TURNING POINT Construction, LLC- New Homes, Additions and Remodels. Quality work and references available. Class A Licensed and Insured. LOW Resident for 42 years. Michael Phillips 540-760-7015 or mike. tpoint@hotmail.com. WATER MAIN Leak Repair/ Replacement, Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. WEED SPRAYING, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. WHAT’S UNDER Your House? We’ve fixed wet crawlspaces since 1993. Vapor Barriers, Insulation Replacement. Free inspection or second opinion. D&B Services Inc., 972-7361. All work Guaranteed. WINDOW & DOOR Replacements by Bob Yak & Sons, 898-7773.
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MOVING LOCALLY? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. MOVING SERVICE. Call Johnny B. Quick, 540-903-5369. MULCHING (DELIVERY/ SPREADING). Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. MULCHING 4 The BEST Price, Ask Logan at Johnny B. Quick, 540903-5473. MUSICAL INSTRUMENT Repair and Restoration. All stringed instruments, electric or acoustic, 30 years experience. LOW Resident, Call Chris 540-388-4307 or 703915-1537. NOTARY SERVICES – LOW. On-site, will travel. Sherri Lahay Lasover, 540-412-9854 or 202-2888564. PAINTING/STAINING, Interior/ Exterior. Drywall Repairs. Ask Luke Zello, Often Imitated Never Duplicated, 540-406-3589. PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Retaining Walls - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PET-SITTING - Experienced animal lover, available to babysit your special family member. References avaialble. 10 yrs experience. Call Toni at 540-8417790 so I can help you. 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. PREMIER ARBOR Services LLC, Complete Tree Service. Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming. 540718-3794. PRESSURE WASHING. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ROOFING & REPAIRS. Install new, skylights. Clean stains. Seamless gutters. 540-972-9444. ROOFING and REPAIRS - No leak guarantee! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. SANCHES TREE Service - Tree Removal, Mulch, and Garden Tuneup. Insured. 540-219-5011. SENIOR HOME Health Aid - 10 years experience working within LOW and surrounding areas. Part time hours available including piece of mind overnight care. References upon request. Call and we can discuss your individual needs. 540-717-8245. 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, a LOWLINC ProviderComplete yard care, mulch, powerwashing, grass trimming and pruning. LOW homeowner. 540-9075800 or talkingbird@comcast.net. Fully insured and Free estimates.
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108 Sand Trap Ln $389,900
It’s the hardwood floor for people who thought they could never have hardwood. Patented armstrong technologies make Performance Plus™ more resistant to scratches, scrapes, dents and gouges than any other hardwood floor. so it can stand up to kids, dogs, entertaining – all the chaosPkwy of your busy life – and still look beautiful. 1520 Lakeview Pkwy day-to-day 3116 Lakeview $319,900 $274,900 ®
dealer info 4022 Lakeview Pkwy $265,000
201 Hillside Dr $850,000
120 Lee Circle $1,300,000
115 Crystal Ct. $638,800
143 Madison Circle $424,900
500 Gold Valley Rd. Lot $22,000
115 Sand Trap Lane Lot $19,900
406 Liberty Blvd Lot $19,900
3500 Lakeview Pkwy Lot $17,900
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Nothing creates a sense of comfort and welcome like the warmth and charm of a hand-scraped hardwood floor. With two new collections, Armstrong® offers the most choices in vintage hand-scraped hardwood styles. Unforgettable beauty from a bygone era, backed by the most trusted name in flooring.
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