The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 14, No 20
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Meet Communications Manager Carolyn Brodeur by Dan McFarland, Lake Currents Copy Editor
LOWA’s new Communications Manager, Carolyn Brodeur, has been fascinated with communication and graphic design since high school. She obtained a version of Microsoft Publisher on her first computer some 20 years ago and, in her own words, then “began playing with clip art.” After earning a BA in English from Bridgewater State College (now Bridgewater State University) in Massachusetts, she went to work for the Boys & Girls Clubs, moving between several different chapters of that organization. She settled into the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington in 2005, and spent the last 12 years with them, most recently as their Interim Regional Vice President. The chance to take over the LOWA Communications Department, following the departure of long-time Communications Coordinator Melanie Parmelee, provided Brodeur with “an exciting opportunity, close to home.” She lives in Spotsylvania with husband Jeffrey, a federal government employee in DC, and 5-year-old son Elliot. The new job will also allow her to specialize in the part of her previous position that she enjoyed most. “The creative side. It’s nice to be able to focus on one duty, one task, one department, rather than being ‘queen of all trades,’” she says, with a grin. “This is something I am very excited about.”
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LOW Celebrates Proclamation Weekend by Jon Anderson, Chair, 50th Anniversary Ad Hoc Committee
Fifty years after the Virginia General Assembly proclaimed Lake of the Woods an official Home Owner’s Association, LOW members celebrated the Lake’s 50th Anniversary beginning on April 21 with a weekend of celebratory events. Starting with a sold-out, semiformal dinner/dance at the Clubhouse on Friday, the fun continued Saturday with a second soldout casual dance at Fareways Café; and another free-for-all, family-oriented Retro Dance at the Community Center. Friday’s dinner dance featured special Photo by Stu King guest appearances by our United States Delegate Nick Frietas (L) and Congressman, Dave Brat; our 17th District Virginia Senator, Bryce Reeves, and our 30th State Senator Bryce Reeves(R) District Virginia Delegate, Nick Frietas. These present LOWA 50th anniversalegislators were instrumental in having a ry congratulatory proclamation congratulatory proclamation inserted into both to LOWA representative the United States Congressional Record, and Jon Anderson. the record of the Virginia General Assembly. The guests presented copies of each to the Association, and they are now available for viewing at the Holcomb Building. Saturday’s events kept both the Fareways and the Community Center dancing to DJ music of the past five decades, with many LOW members asking, “When can we do this again?” Congratulations, LOW, for 50 years of wonderful community living!
LOWA Launching Photo ID Card System Pool and Fitness Patrons to Get First Cards
by Patrick O’Loughlin, LOWA Information Technology Coordinator LOWA is proud to announce that we will be transitioning to a photo ID card system for the LOWA-issued IDs used by members, registered tenants, and other LOWA cardholders. Beginning Monday, May 22, we ask that all members, registered tenants and their households ages 5 and above who plan to use the pools and the fitness center this summer come in to the Holcomb Building to get the new cards. The new card will include a picture of the cardholder on the front. The cards will also display the date of birth (DOB) of children age 5-15. Eventually we want all card holders to transition to the photo ID. The current magnetic stripe on the back of the card will be replaced with a barcode, which is more dependable than the magnetic stripe. We will have a grace period from May 27 to July 10 to allow pool and fitness center patrons to get new cards. The new ID card will be required to enter the
President's Letter 2 Board Agenda 2 Board Minutes 3, 15 General Manager's Column 3 Association News 3-7 Calendar 9-10 Viewpoints 16 Orange County News 21 Classifieds 21-23 Notices 23
May 14 Happy Mother’s Day! May 17 LOWA Special Meeting of the Board on Mission/Vision Statement 9 AM, CC LOWA Regular Board Meeting 2 PM, CC
pools and fitness center starting July 10. Current LOWA ID cards will be honored until then. The new photo ID cards will allow the lifeguards to verify the cardholder’s pool privilege, and allow authorized entry for fitness center members. We ask that those who use the pool and fitness center come to the Holcomb building beginning May 22. Holcomb Building Member Services hours are 8:30 AM to 5 PM, Monday-Friday, and 9 AM to 1 PM Saturdays. The Member Services area is located on the Fire & Rescue side of the Holcomb Building. There will be a dedicated station for issuing the new cards. There is no charge for the new ID card. When you come in, you will have your picture taken and receive your new card. LOWA does not issue photo IDs for guests. Member Services sells Guest Passes for the pools. The daily guest fee is $3. Guest pass cards are: 10 visits for $25, 20 visits for $40 and 30 visits for $45.
May 25 Meeting the Management 9 AM, Holcomb Building, RR
County Waste collection will be on June 1 (instead of May 31, due to the holiday)
May 29 Memorial Day LOWA Offices Closed LOW Trash Compactor Closed
Clubhouse Deck is Open!
May 30 and 31 LOWA Special Meeting of the Board on May 24 Mission/Vision Statement Sweetbriar Pool Ribbon Cutting, 5 PM 5 PM, CC
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President’s Letter by Larry Morlan
“Change is the law of life. And those who only look to the past or the present are certain to miss the future.” (J.F. Kennedy) What a wonderful weekend of celebration for the 50th Anniversary on April 21 and 22, 2017. The Proclamation Day Dinner Dance at the Clubhouse was superb. Jon and Bren Anderson and their committee did a great job. Representative Dave Brat presented a Congressional resolution to honor the occasion, as did Sen. Reeves and Del. Freitas on behalf of our State Legislature. Wendy Gwaltney and her committee followed the Friday event with a Dancing through the Decades celebration Saturday at Fareways. This was also a sold out event with a prize to Karen Goetz for best costume, and other prizes throughout the evening for best twister, limbo dancer, and so forth. The final event for the weekend was also on Saturday evening at the Community Center for the younger group. Community Youth Committee members, under the leadership of Denise Shoemaker, did a great job with balloon decorations, prizes, and a great DJ, obtained through the efforts of Leslie LaVenuta. My wife and I made all three events, danced at them all and were nursing sore knees and muscles for the remainder of the week! It was great fun and thanks to EVERYONE for the outstanding job. With that weekend of fun behind us, the Board is jumping head first back into the pool fray. I am continuing to focus on keeping the project on track. The history of the effort by boards over the years and most notably of late is readily available through many documents including: studies dating to 1987; the Holbert Apple engineering study on the current Fitness Center, the ad hoc Pool/Fitness Center Committee Report (chaired by Clif Wilks), and numerous Lukmire Architects consultant conceptual studies and designs. The Board is affirming decisions made to date on the pool/fitness concept of: one pool and one building in the Clubhouse area, replace and not repair the current pool because of continuing maintenance and code problems regarding handicapped and other housing regulations, a 4-6 lane zero-entry pool, no enclosed pool at this time, location of a new Fitness Center in the Clubhouse area (the current facility has been found by the Holbert Apple engineering study as beyond repair), and additional handicapped parking in the area. The Board will now work toward the project design, and the bid and construction phases. Of course the elephant in the room still Tree Care with a Personal Touch to be dealt with is the financing of Topping y Trimming y Tree Removal such an important project. All I can Home Improvements y Light Masonry say is stay tuned. We will continue Filling Cavities y Stump Grinding to address our responsibility of Lot Clearing y Landscaping protecting property values while Bucket Truck Services fulfilling our fiduciary responsibility Call to members.
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Regular Board of Directors Meeting Community Center, May 17, 2017 1 PM 1. 2 PM 2. 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 3. 3.1 3.2 A. B. 3.3 A. i. ii. B. i. C. i. 3.4 A. B. 4. 4.1 5. 6. 6.1
CALL TO ORDER EXECUTIVE SESSION
OPEN SESSION Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes: May 6, 2017 REPORTS Reports of President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary Report of General Manager Lakes Management Report Sweetbriar Pool Progress Report Committee Liaison Reports Finance Committee Procurement Policy Amendments Membership Mailing /Advisory Vote on Clubhouse Complex Project Fitness Committee Fitness Center Treadmill Replacements Planning Committee Non-emergency Capital Expenditures Review Process Committee Reports Pools Committee - Marty Caldwell, Chair Tennis Committee - Miff Devens, Chair PRESENTATIONS Semi–Annual Report - R. Bryan David – Orange County Administrator MEMBER COMMENTS ON BUSINESS AGENDA UNFINISHED BUSINESS Consideration of Adopting Proposed Amendments to Regulation XVI.K.8., Environmental Control and Construction Procedures, Regarding Above Ground Swimming Pools (Policy Resolution 2017-7) 6.2 Consideration of Approving the Conceptual Site Plan and Authorizing the Lukmire Architect /Engineering Team to Proceed to Detailed Design, Permitting, and Construction Documents Preparation with Funds to Come From the Repair and Replacement Reserve Fund Balance 6.3 Discussion of Next Steps for Reviewing Business Loan Letters of Interest for Clubhouse Pool /Fitness Center/Outdoor Recreation Complex Project 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Consideration of Approving Entering Lots for Maintenance 8. MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 9. DIRECTOR COMMENTS 10. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Special Meeting of the Board for the Purpose of a Retreat Regarding the LOWA Mission /Vision Statement, Tuesday, May 30, 2017, Community Center, 5 PM. • Special Meeting of the Board for the Purpose of a Retreat Regarding the LOWA Mission /Vision Statement, Wednesday, May 31, 2017, Community Center, 5 PM. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Saturday, June 3, 2017, Lower Level Clubhouse, 9 AM Executive Session; 10 AM Open Session. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, June 21, 2017, Community Center, 2 PM Open Session. 11. ADJOURNMENT Note: 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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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
May 6, 2017, 10 AM, Community Center Note: These minutes are unapproved and provided to members for review Present Larry Morlan, President Leighton Cumming, Vice President JoAnn Zwickl, Treasurer Jennifer Zukowski, Secretary Bob Hoh Jeff Johnson Absent Carl Clawson
Others Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Linda Brooks, Recorder
by Phil Rodenberg, CMCA ®, AMS ® Starting with this summer’s Board of Directors election, LOWA will introduce the use of electronic proxy ballots* to go along with the traditional paper ballots. Members will begin hearing more about electronic voting very soon as LOWA finalizes the rules and procedures for its use. Meanwhile, here are some interesting things to know: 1. Board Paved the Way. In February, the Board of Directors amended the LOWA Bylaws to allow electronic voting when authorized by a member. (See Article IV. Section 6 - Methods of Voting) 2. Test Underway. On April 28, a test group of 175 Board and Committee members were sent both a paper ballot and an email link by VoteNow.com, our electronic voting company, to vote by May 10 in a mock election for three candidates from among five historic figures: Clara Barton, Ernie Holcomb, Edna Lewis, James Madison, and Alexander Spotswood. The purpose was to help the Elections Committee prepare for the real Board of Directors election this summer. I will write about the results in my next column. 3. Large Scale HOA Best Practice. We find that large scale HOAs (2,000 units or more) are using electronic voting to increase turnout and to help make voting more convenient in the smartphone age. 4. First Opportunity This Summer. Members will receive the traditional paper proxy ballots in the mail in the August 1 timeframe. Instructions will explain that you will have the option to use your own special code number to go online and complete the vote online. You can also choose to receive future ballots online, and eliminate receiving the paper version in the future – a decision you can later reverse if you like. No matter what, LOWA will ensure the one lot, one vote system of voting is preserved. 5. Paper Is Always An Option. LOWA plans to continue mailing proxy ballots for the foreseeable future. If you try electronic voting this year, and do not like it, you can always contact LOWA and revert to paper. * Note: A proxy ballot is a way of voting ahead of a Membership Meeting with a ballot that designates and appoints another Association member or the Secretary of the Association or other officer as the Proxy Holder to cast votes as directed in the proxy ballot. Why doesn’t LOWA accept online credit card payments on LOWA.ORG?
Members can do an electronic banking transaction (ACH) from their checking account for a $1 fee from the e-pay processor. LOWA takes credit card payments over the phone or in person at the Holcomb Building at no charge to the member.
May 12, 2017
As members made their assessment payments on May 1, a few asked me why LOWA does not accept credit card payments online over the LOWA. ORG website. The simple answer is our website host’s merchant services processor charges too much. For an annual assessment payment of $1,356, the 5 percent processing fee would be almost $68! We don’t think that is a good deal for members. Instead:
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Call to Order. President Morlan called the meeting to order at 10 AM in the Community Center. 1. OPEN SESSION 1.1 Pledge of Allegiance 1.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation Secretary Zukowski confirmed that a quorum was present and proper notice sent to all members of record. 1.3 Approval of Agenda Motion by Johnson, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda. 2.4 Approval of the Minutes of April 19, 2017 Board meeting and Town Hall. Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, to approve the minutes of the April 19, 2017 Board of Directors meeting. Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, to approve the minutes of the April 19, 2017 special Town Hall meeting. 2. REPORTS 2.1 Report from Orange County District 5 Supervisor: No report available. President Morlan announced there will be a Public Hearing on May 22, 2017 at the Locust Grove Middle School at 6 PM to hear comments on proposed RSA water and sewer rate increases. 2.2 Report from Orange County Sheriff: No report available. 2.3 Report from Allied-Universal Security Chief Scott Walker reported that in April there was one theft, four incidents of vandalism, four noise complaints, 21 animal complaints and five motor vehicle accidents. Staff responded to 195 calls for service and issued 120 traffic summonses. Security has organized a “wounded warrior” fishing tournament. Training for lake patrol officers took place in April and staff has started conducting decal enforcement for boats in the water. Two new SCOPE officers were sworn in recently. 2.4 Report from LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Inc. President Simon Gray reported that in April there were 42 calls to the Rescue Squad and 47 calls to the Fire Department. Eight people have been recruited for EMT training classes to start in June. The Fire & Rescue Auxiliary is planning a Masquerade Ball for October 28. 2.5 Report from Orange County School Board: Representative Jim Hopkins reported that following approval of the County budget, the School Board will be studying ways to cut $1 million from their proposed school budget. This could include deferment of new school bus purchases and cuts in the area of personnel. Orange County has the lowest entry-level salaries in the area for teachers at $39,000. 2.6 Reports of Officers A. Executive Session Actions: None B. Committee Liaison Reports: None C. Committee Changes Motion by Cumming, passed unanimously, to approve the Committee changes as listed on the Committee Change List dated May 6, 2017 as follows: (D-17-32)
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We continue to look for an affordable way to provide the online credit card service to our members, but currently the merchant services fees are prohibitive.
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The Board of Directors, at its May 6 meeting, approved for publication and now requests member comments by May 26 on proposed revisions to regulations XII A.3 and the addition of E.h (located near the end of Regulation XII, page 6). WHAT IS THE EFFECT: The change to A.3 clarifies the authority of the lifeguards. The addition of E.h clarifies what rules apply to the new Sweetbriar Pool diving board and slides. c. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult or other responsible person 15 years of age or older. XII. USE OF THE SWIMMING POOLS (5/2/2015) 3. GUESTS A. GENERAL RULES a. All guests must be accompanied by a member in good standing/ 1. The official season for pool use is from the Saturday of Memorial Day registered tenant with a current LOWA Membership ID. weekend through Labor Day. The hours of operation are posted on the b. All guests are required to be checked in by a lifeguard or attendant LOWA website, in the Lake Currents, and at the pools. each time they enter the pool area(s). 2. Pool use is limited to LOWA members in good standing (herein deemed c. A maximum of 10 guests is allowed per household and must be to be as defined in the Bylaws), registered tenants, invited guests, accompanied by the member/registered tenant. This may be further and individuals or groups who receive authorization from the General limited during times of peak pool usage. Manager, subject to the Declarations, Bylaws and these Rules. C. PARENT/ADULT RESPONSIBILITIES 3. Certified lifeguards shall be on duty at all times that the pool(s) are 1. Adult supervision for children under the age of 12 (as noted in paragraph open. Lifeguards have the authority to enforce all posted pool rules B.2.c above) is required in and around the pool area(s). and regulations. 2. Unattended children 12 and older entering LOWA pool facilities 4. Members planning a pool party must contact the Community Operations without adult supervision must pass a current swim test administered Manager a minimum of three weeks prior to the event. by LOWA pool staff. 5. Pool users will be required to rinse off accumulated dirt and sand before 3. The wading pools are restricted to children six years and under. Children entering the pool enclosures. Only swimming attire (no cutoffs or other in the wading pools must have close adult supervision at all times. clothing not specifically intended for swim) may be worn in the pool(s). D. POOL OPERATIONS B. ADMITTANCE TO POOLS 1. POOL CLOSINGS 1. GENERAL a. Lifeguards and pool management have the authority to close the pools a. No person with a communicable/infectious disease, sores or other skin and pool areas to ensure patron safety. infection, inflamed eyes, nasal or ear discharge or wearing bandages b. In an emergency, the pools will be cleared of all persons except will be allowed in the pools. for authorized personnel. Reopening will be determined by pool b. Any person requiring the use of a diaper must wear a swim diaper. management in consultation with LOWA. The swim diaper must be covered with snug-fitting rubber or vinyl 2. LAP SWIM pants. LOWA strongly suggests changing swim diapers during hourly lap swimming. A 15-minute lap swim will be scheduled at the end of each hour. During c. No pets of any kind are allowed in the pool area(s) except service this time only lap swimmers will be allowed in the pool. animals necessary to assist members with disabilities. 3. SAFETY BREAK 2. MEMBERS Lifeguards shall call a safety break at any time lifeguards, or pool management a. All LOWA members in good standing/ registered tenants entering the determine conditions of the pool require all swimmers to be removed for pool area(s) must present a current LOWA Membership ID. the safety of the swimmers. The duration of the safety break shall be in b. All LOWA members in good standing/registered tenants are required to be the discretion of the lifeguards or pool management. During this time only checked in by a lifeguard or attendant each time they enter the pool area(s). authorized personnel will be allowed in the pool—no exceptions/exclusions. E. RULES OF CONDUCT a. Water Safety Rules pertaining to the pool and pool areas, including but not limited to the following, will be posted and enforced at all times: No pushing, running, dunking, wrestling or other actions that could result in injury; Termite and Pest Control No fireworks, sparklers or explosive devices; 703Ͳ590Ͳ1511
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On April 21, LOWA hosted the Moose Legion Golf Tournament. They had 32 players. Charlie Kingery, one of the participants, scored a hole-in-one on hole #12. Way to go Charlie! On April 22, we held the LOW Church “Rise Up and Build 5K Run.” They had 50 people participate. All monies raised went to the LOW Church Youth Missionary Fund. It was a great day for the race! The PGA Junior Golf League will have two practice matches with Meadows Farms this month. On May 13 we will host their team at 5 PM at LOWA. On May 19 we will play at their course with a 5 PM Shotgun. Congratulations to Frank Beverina for being the first player teeing off for the 2017-18 50th Anniversary Golfing Photo by Rea Hargraves Season. Frank Beverina, first golfer this On May 20 and 21, we will hold golf season. One round of golf the Spring Two Person Team. We down 1,899 to go. will have an 8:30 AM Shotgun for both days. For this tournament we will have three events: Men playing from the White tees, Senior Men (both ages 65+) playing from the Gold tees, and Ladies playing from the Silver tees. You can sign up in the Pro Shop May 3 thru 17. The entry fee is $50 per team (Cart and Green Fee additional). On May 26, we will be hosting the Battle of the Wilderness Scramble. Format: 2 Person Scramble— Union vs. Confederate. Low score wins a point for the team. No points for ties or losses. Men will play from the Gold tees / Ladies from the Silver tees. Please sign-up in the Pro Shop or contact Jack Phend at 630-854-0805. On June 10, we will host the 50th Anniversary Golf Tournament. This event is co-sponsored by Connor’s Pest Control and IGM. Format: Four Person Modified Scramble, 9 AM Shotgun start. This event will be limited to the first 100 players registered. Cost: Annual Golf Member, $35; Non-Annual Member, $50. Two Flights - No Handicaps. We will have a Putting Contest from 1:30-2:30 PM. Event includes continual breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks starting at 6 PM, with music by Mike Wheham, Closest to Line and Closest to the Pin awards on all Par 3 Holes. Sign-up registration sheets will be posted in the Pro Shop on May 12.
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ď‚ˇď€ No weapons of any type; ď‚ˇď€ No spitting, lewd behavior, abusive or foul language; ď‚ˇď€ No chewing gum or glass containers; ď‚ˇď€ No alcohol, except for events with written approval of the General Manager; ď‚ˇď€ No illicit or illegal drugs; ď‚ˇď€ No smoking; ď‚ˇď€ No throwing objects or playing on the pool deck; ď‚ˇď€ No prolonged underwater swimming for time or distance. b. Playing water games in the Pool is subject to lifeguard approval. c. Only Type II or Type III Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices (PFD) may be worn by children with adult supervision. The following flotation devices are not permitted in the pools: rafts, arm water rings, water round rings, and swimsuits with flotation devices. Exceptions to the above-mentioned flotation devices may be used during instructor-led aquatic classes. d. Kickboards may only be used in the lap lanes. e. Noodles may be used in the shallow end of the pool, but not in the deep end or lap lanes. f. Consumption of food and beverages will be limited to the designated table areas provided at the pool facilities. Members/tenants/guests are responsible for cleaning up their area before departing. g. Designated lanes are for lap swimmers only. h. Use of diving board and slides is subject to posted rules. The Association, Board of Directors and lifeguards will not be held responsible for loss or damage to any personal property of any kind. These rules may be revised or amended at any time at the discretion of the Board of Directors. Patrons who violate these rules or a reasonable request of staff may be ejected from the pool and pool area(s) and shall be subject to any and all applicable sanctions authorized by the LOWA’s Declarations, Bylaws, these Rules and applicable law or regulation.
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When you go to the pool, you’re there to have fun or do some serious swimming. The lifeguards are a fixture you likely don’t notice, except when they perform a rescue or when they are doing their best to enforce a rule‌ though the latter can become so commonplace that you ignore that too. Most people have the impression that the job of a lifeguard is easy and non-stressful. That assumption would be wrong. Think about it for a moment: Lifeguards learn how to stabilize a person who has had a spinal injury, using a spine board, the kind an EMT uses. They must learn CPR, they are taught scanning techniques, and how to escape when a rescue goes wrong. That should illustrate for you the vital importance of the lifeguard’s job. The guard staff could have your life in their hands. Their ability to act quickly and decisively might make the difference between life and death. The lifeguard’s job is not simply to prepare for the worst. They also serve to prevent accidents and they do this by enforcing the rules of the pool. The lifeguard’s goal is to provide a clean and safe environment to head off potential accidents. Running, pushing and shoving and other forms of horseplay are a constant concern to the guard in the chair. These minor infractions of the pool rules could possibly result in an accident or serious injury. The Pools Committee would like to urge all parents to review pool rules with your family to ensure that we have an accident-free summer. The pool’s staff job can only be effective if we reinforce to our families the importance of respecting the lifeguards and the vital service they provide. As we look forward to opening our two pools this summer, let’s make it a safe and fun season.
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A huge thank you, again, to the LOW community for coming together and compromising on the use of just one pool last summer. We have waited so long to be “back in business” with two pools. The anticipation is almost over. There will be lots going on at both pools this summer. Sweetbriar Pool Events: SWEETBRIAR POOL • 50th Anniversary Wine/Beer and Cheese Party, June 17, 7-10 PM Sweetbriar Pool will be great fun for individual swimmers and divers with • Pizza Pool Party, July 22, 7 PM the addition of a diving board and deep water slide. This pool is also home CLUBHOUSE POOL to the Barracudas (http://lowswim.org), LOW’s competitive swim team, which Clubhouse Pool serves as a focal point for individual swimming, swim lessons, uses the pool for practices and swim meets. and water fitness classes. A separate wading pool area is available for toddlers. New features that we didn’t have at the old Sweetbriar Pool include: Clubhouse Pool will open Saturday, May 27 and will be open every day • Access to pool via stairs or zero entry ramp thereafter from 11 AM to 7 PM through September 4. • New 3/4 meter diving board The Board of Directors is currently exploring designs to replace • New slide Clubhouse Pool, along with the addition of a new Fitness Center, beach • New, zero entry tot pool with bathrooms, and concession area. You can view these plans through a link on graduated entry ramp, tot slide the LOWA.org website under Amenities/Swimming Pools. On this page, you and 5 spray features, and play will also find links to Pool Rules and Guest Policies. feature in the center of the tot pool Clubhouse Pool Event: • Depth of 4-10 feet to accommodate • Soggy Doggie Swim, September 9, 3-5 PM the new diving board POOL, SLIDE, DIVING BOARD USE RULE • Larger deck area, To use the slide or diving board, members are required to pass a LOW • New building to house the pumps, Swim Test. The LOW Swim Test is also required for all children ages 12 filter system and storage area for and over who wish to use the pool without adult supervision. swim team. LOWA photo ID Cards are required for each visit to the pool. ID cards will There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Sweetbriar Pool indicate the member’s swim test status. Wednesday, May 24 at 5 PM. Come join us to see the new pool and a Upon presentation of the ID Card at the gate, members will be issued a display of pictures taken before, during, and after construction. wristband which must be worn in order to use the slide or the diving board. Sweetbriar Pool will open Saturday, May 27 and will be open as follows: Tot pools are restricted to use by children ages 6 and under. Children Memorial Day Weekend (May 27-28-29), 1-8 PM using the tot pools must have adult supervision at all times. Weekends (May 30 – June 9), 1-8 PM Use of both pools is free for LOW members and registered tenants Daily (June 10 – August 4), 1-8 PM (closed Wednesdays) who sign in and provide proof of membership. Guests are required to pay Daily (August 5 – September 4), 1-8 PM a nominal fee. Both pools have concession stands serving cold drinks, ice Weekends (September 9-10, 16-17), 1-8 PM cream and other snacks. Come on out and enjoy both pools!
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June 17 Doors open 6:30 PM Sweetbriar Pool
$5 = Entry & One Drink (Wine or Beer) Additional beverages $3 each lifegua will be on duty, so come and swim also A lifeguard
RSVP to: Marty Caldwell - marcal1178@aol.com
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by June 10
Sign-up in the Pro Shop Starting
Include your beverage of choice in your RSVP
Call the Pro Shop for more information 972-2230
May 20
LOWA Regular Board Meeting Wednesday, May 17, 2 PM, CC
MAY Dinner Specials
Meet the Management Thursday, May 25, 9 AM, HB
RAW BAR/STARTERS*
See menu at the Clubhouse for more details. SANDWICHES/WRAPS: All served with LOW chips and cole slaw Kamikaze Wrap – Sautéed shrimp, kamikaze sauce, seaweed salad, marinated cucumbers, tomato, lettuce and jasmine rice in a honey-wheat wrap - 11 The Classic Club – Honey ham, turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, Swiss & American cheese-12 Fried Fish Sandwich – Chef’s monthly selection of fish, Lettuce, tomato & red onion on a toasted sub with remoulade – 13 ENTRÉE’S: Served with 2 sides Fresh Catch – Chef’s monthly selection of fish- Market Price
Meet with Board Secretary Jennifer Zukowski Mondays, 9-10 AM, Fareways Café at the Woods Center
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.
Veal Piccata- lightly breaded and sautéed veal cutlet is finished with a lemon-butter caper sauce-16 Wild mushroom chicken - lightly floured and spiced boneless breast of chicken finished with a wild mushroom sherry reduction-14 Stuffed Red Pepper- Red pepper stuffed with a mixture of jasmine rice, mushrooms, tomatoes and onions and topped with a balsamic glaze-14 Prime Rib Night every Friday and Saturday while it lasts! Chef Robert’s Catch of the Day
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 The entire menu is not available during lunch hours on Saturday or Sunday We do not serve dinner/chef specialties for lunch.
To make reservations, call the Clubhouse at 972-2221.
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Channel 18 is available to Comcast Cable subscribers. Watch for new Amenity Infomercials at the end of most programming
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LOWA Regular Board of Directors (May 6 Meeting) (3:00) [ICON] 7 AM
11 AM
7 PM
11 PM
Channel 18 Holiday Series – Mother’s Day Observance (:40) 6 AM
10 AM
6 PM
10 PM
Battle of the Wilderness Memorial Golf Tournament May 26, 2017
Format: 2 Person Scramble –Union vs. Confederate Low score wins hole and one point No Points for ties or loses Men - Gold tees / Ladies - Silver tees Closest to line #1 Closest to Pin #7 for Men Closest to the Pin #17 for Ladies Hole-in-one #12 today will win the SWORD! Let the Battle Begin!
Lake of the Woods Men’s Golf Association 2017 Virginia Veterans Golf Tournament June 3, 2017
9 AM Shotgun. Proceeds will benefit Virginia Veterans. We anticipate a field of about 100 players from the local area. Please make checks payable to the LOW Men’s Golf Association. Please note that your spot is not reserved until the check is received. Information: Don Smith, 540 972-3093 Rea Hargraves, PGA, 540 972-2230
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10:45 AM
6:45 PM
10:45 PM
May 19-25, 2017 LOWA Regular Board of Directors (May 17 Meeting) (3:00) [ICON] 2 PM Wednesday AARP Presentation “Canine Companions for Independence” (1:00) Speakers: Jim and Michele Purton 6 AM
10 AM
6 PM
10 PM
Civic Club Presentation “Dog Park Discussion” (1:00) 7 AM
11 AM
7 PM
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11 PM
LOW Veterans Club (April 27 Meeting) (1:00) 8 AM
12 PM
8 PM
12 AM
9:15 AM
1:15 PM
9:15 PM
1:15 AM
9:30 PM
1:30 AM
Real Virginia (Mid May Report) (:30) 9:30 AM
1:30 PM
Orange County Board of Supervisors (May 9) (3:00) 2 PM Saturday
2 PM Monday
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Meeting Facility Key: CC Community Center CCCR Community Center Classroom CR Community Center Craft Room CH Clubhouse CHGH Clubhouse Great Hall CHPR Clubhouse President’s Room EQ Equestrian Center 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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LOWA Special Meeting of the Board on Mission/Vision Statement Wednesday, May 17, 9 AM, CC Tuesday, May 30, 5 PM, CC Wednesday, May 31, 5 PM CC
Entry Fee: $50.00 per Team(Green Fee and Cart additional) Starting Time: 8:30 Reverse Shotgun Format: One “Best Ball” of the Two Golfer Team Three separate events: Men, Senior Men, and Ladies Men- will play from the WHITE TEES Senior Men (BOTH ages 65+) GOLD TEES Ladies -will play form the SILVER TEES Special Games for both days: Men: Long Drive on #16 /Closest to Pin #3 Senior Men: Long Drive #10 / Closest to Pin #7 Ladies: Closest to Line #1 / Closest to Pin #17
Call the Pro Shop for more information 972-2230
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Notice of Meetings & Events Saturday, May 13 9 AM Tennis Social, Round Robin format (HF). Info: Connie/Miff, 540412-5958. 9-11 AM LYF Children’s Fishing Tournament (Front Pond). Info: Terry 972-8634. 5 PM Good Time Cruise-Ins (LG Town Center). Info: goodtimecruisers.webs.com.
LOW Community
LOWC
Contact Church 972-9060
10:30 AM
M, TH
Donna 972-1977
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
Monday, May 15 10 AM AARP Meeting (CH). Info: Carolyn 972-3306.
Square Dancers
LLCH
7:30-9:30 PM
2 / 4 /5 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
Tuesday, May 16 7 PM Dog Park Meeting (CC). Info: sharon.forest@comcast.net.
Stretch and Flex
Frances 972-5435
Saturday, May 20 6 AM LOW Anglers Tournament (CH Dock). Info: LOWAngler.webs. com. 12-4 PM EMS Day at LOW F&R Rescue Building. Info: 972-7480. 12 PM LOW Vets Picnic (Campground). Info: John 540-4197363.
Tuesday, May 23 1-7 PM Lions Red Cross Blood Drive (LLCH). Info: Lalli 540-241-9426.
$
Day M, W, F
CC
Wednesday, May 17 9 AM LOWA Special Meeting of the Board on Mission/Vision Statement (CC). Info: 972-2214. 2 PM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC). Info: 972-2214.
Exercising for Health
Time
8:30-9:30 AM
HF
Sunday, May 21 9 AM Hunter Horse Show (EQ). Info: 972-2238.
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Aerobics Horseshoes for Fun
Sunday, May 14 Happy Mother’s Day!
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John 540-229-7940 th
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LLCH
8:30-9:15 AM
M, W, F
$
CC
7 PM
TU, TH
Mike 540-710-3318
Tae Kwon Do (12-adult) $
CC
8 PM
TU, TH
Mike 540-710-3318
Tae Kwon Do (8-11) Tai Chi
CC
9:30-10:15 AM
M
Donna 972-1977
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) $
Wilderness Resort
10-11:15 AM
M, W, F
Carol 972-6739
Yoga – Intermediate
$
CC
9-10:15 AM
W
Phyllis 972-1457
Yoga – Beginner
$
CC
10:30-11:45 AM
W
Phyllis 972-1457
ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, BRIDGE & FUN (subject to change) 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
Anne Wood 972-3326
Bridge, Wednesday Ladies
WC
9 AM-3 PM
W
Barbara 972-7151
Book Club
Wilderness Lib.
1 PM
2nd W
Alice 972-4782
Book Club at LOW
CC
7 PM
1st/3rd M
Alan 972-2168 Matthew 540-659-3414
Chess Club
Burger King
6:30-8:30 PM
2nd/4th/5thTU
Childhelp Auxiliary
LOWC, rm. 211
10 AM
1st W
Nancy 972-2599
Civic Club Meeting
LLCH
7 PM
2nd W
Pat 540-735-7998
Civil War Study Group
LLCH
10:30 AM
4th F
Charles 540-972-2401
Closet Quilters
CC
12:30-3 PM
TU
Marie 972-4358
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
2nd 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
2nd W
Marguerite 972-3681
Fun Bunch 55+
CC
10 AM-1 PM
TU
Community Center 972-9680
Garden Club
CH
12:30 PM
2nd M
Jan 972-1630
Saturday, May 27 11 AM-7 PM Clubhouse Pool open. 1-8 PM Sweetbriar Pool open.
Investment Club
WC
7 PM
4th TU
Lee 972-0395
CC
10 AM
W
Sylvia 972-9680
Litter Pick-up in LOW
All around LOW
9 AM
3rd SA
Jan 972-1630
Tuesday, May 29 Memorial Day – LOWA Offices Closed LOW Trash Compactor Closed
LOW Fliers R/C Club
CC
5-8 PM
3rd F
Terry 412-760-4593
LOW Lioness Club
CH
6:30 PM
2nd TH
Joyce 309-533-9227/Julie 412-9952
LOW Lions Club
CH
5:30 PM
1st TH
Charlie 540-903-7796
Mothers of Preschoolers
LOWC, Founders
9:15 AM
1st /3rd W
Jessica 703-297-6784
Players, Theater Group
CC
7 PM
2nd W
Bob 972-5928
Republican Women’s Club
CH
11:30 AM
4th W
Connie 972-0083
Susannah Chandler DAR
CC
1 PM
2nd SA
Robbie Rokosz 972-4512
TOPS weigh in/meeting $
LGES (Rt. 20)
5:15 PM
TU
Nita 540-219-7028/Audrey 540-2223569
Dick 308-5507
Wednesday, May 24 5 PM Sweetbriar Pool Ribbon Cutting. Info: 972-2214. 5 PM Orange County Board of Supervisors Meeting (Gordon Bldg.). Info: orangecountyva.gov. Thursday, May 25 9 AM Meet the LOWA Management (HB). Info: 972-2214. Friday, May 26 7-9 PM Concert on the Point, free. Info: Pat 540-735-7998.
Tuesday, May 30 5 PM LOWA Special Meeting of the Board on Mission/Vision Statement (CC). Info: 972-2214. Wednesday, May 31 5 PM LOWA Special Meeting of the Board on Mission/Vision Statement (CC). Info: 972-2214. 10
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SPORTS & EXERCISE (subject to change) Location
Knitting & Crocheting
$
Veterans Club
LLCH
7 PM
4th TH
Woodworkers Shop
Compactor Bldg.
9 AM
2nd SA
Hal 972-9803
Woodworkers Club
CC
7 PM
4th TU
Hal 972-9803
Please refer to meeting room location key on previous page
by Joyce Morlan, Chair, Honor and Awards Committee
LOW is fortunate to have so many capable volunteers; most serving without expectation of reward, but a community pat on the back is most welcome! When thinking of deserving nominees, think ecology, health services, social services, or other activities that enrich the lives of LOW members. Do you know someone who has contributed ideas, time, and effort to make Lake of the Woods a better community? Has your favorite organization benefitted from the actions of someone within the group? Do you know someone in LOW who could be recognized for service to Orange County? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, then the Honor Awards Committee wants to hear from you. We are looking for these special people too and we need your help! Our role as the Honor Awards Committee is to offer Lake of the Woods members a chance to bring public attention to members who volunteer and contribute to our community and Orange County. Clubs and organizations should receive a letter seeking nominations in May. After Thursday, June 29, the deadline for submission, the committee will meet to review and select honorees. If your club/organization does not receive a form, or if you personally want to submit a nomination, the forms are available at the Holcomb Building as well as online at: lowa.org, click Administration, Forms, Honor Awards Nomination Forms. You can learn more about the categories by reading the forms. (Note: Sometimes the committee may place a nomination in a different category after submission in order to recognize as many volunteers as possible.) The individuals selected for various honors/awards will be recognized at the LOWA Annual Member Meeting on Labor Day.
Submit your nominees for the following categories: Warren J. Lodge Award for Excellence: in recognition of outstanding service by an individual representing Lake of the Woods within Orange County Distinguished Service Award: for accomplishments of highest significance to Lake of the Woods, which have major impact on the general welfare or meet a major need Outstanding Service Award: for beneficial accomplishments or performance of duty beyond what is normally expected of volunteers Heroic Act Award: for heroic or courageous acts in the protection of life and/or property Outstanding Youth Award: for activity by someone 18 or younger that is a credit to the community and exceeds normal expectations Certificate of Appreciation: for services or accomplishments that benefit the community Community Service Organization Group Award: Recognizes the Lake of the Woods Club that provides the greatest impact/service to Lake of the Woods and surrounding communities.
Association News
Honor Awards Committee Seeks Nominations!
In recognition of Lake of the Wood’s 50th Anniversary, the President of the Board will be awarding a special 50th Anniversary Award(s) along with the President’s Award that is traditionally given. It will be in recognition of a community member(s) who has made great contributions to the 50th Anniversary celebration. Send or take your completed forms to Joann Buttimer, Vice Chair of the Honor Awards Committee, 1302 Lakeview Pkwy, Locust Grove VA 22508, No Later than Thursday, June 29. We encourage everyone to use this opportunity to nominate some of our outstanding LOW residents for recognition.
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One of Ruthan’s greatest contributions to the Lake community was serving on the External Affairs Committee. Thanks to her incredible connections with so many businesses throughout the county, she represented LOW to perfection. She was in this position when the Fifth District of the Virginia House was created in Orange County. The Demise of The Wilderness Club: A Terrific Tale! When the property owners bought out Boise Cascade and removed them from positions on the Board of Directors, one of the first acts of Ernest Holcomb, president, was to dissolve The Wilderness Club and move its operations upstairs under a clubhouse manager. Three years passed before Orange County voted to allow liquor to be served by the ounce. The county was no longer a dry county and The Wilderness Club was out of business. What to do with all those bottles of liquor? Never lacking for creativity, the members held an old-fashioned Irish wake and finished off all the liquor in the bottles. They then placed the bottles in a wooden coffin-type box; proceeded to the clubhouse dock and threw the coffin into the Lake. The idea was that the coffin would sink, taking those empty bottles with it. Alas! It did not sink! The next morning, George Dodson, head of security, called John O’Toole and told him that the coffin had floated to Al and Bert Whitaker’s dock, and would he please send someone to retrieve it? Now you ask‌so what happened next? No one knows! It’s called a mystery.
by Donna Blackistone, 50th Anniversary Ad Hoc Committee
Ruthan O’Toole is a household name here in Lake of the Woods, thanks to her and her family’s indelible mark on the Lake of the Woods community from its very beginning. Ruthan’s father, John, was integrally involved with the Lake from its inception, selling the community its first street signs. Ruthan grew up in Fredericksburg, graduating from James Monroe High School, but her first job here at the lake was managing the pool and the snack bar as a teenager. The O’Tooles built their first house at the lake in Ru 1971 and their house soon became the social center of t ha n O ' T o ol e the community. There were no more than 30 families living here permanently at the time. John was the manager of The Wilderness Club, aka “The Bottle Club,� that now infamous stash of liquor that was housed in the lower level of the Clubhouse. John and his wife, Barbara-Sue, oversaw the weekend gatherings and activity trips of this group. These gettogethers were very important to the life of the community: here you met your neighbors, gained information, came in as a stranger and left with friends. Another event that keeps coming up as I conduct these interviews is the Labor Day Variety Show. Levin Houston, a musician and professor at Mary Washington College, was the director and Barbara-Sue the producer of 14 shows. Levin wrote the Lake of the Woods song for the 1972 show. One such show was held on the deck of the Clubhouse with an audience of 500 people sitting in lawn chairs to watch. These shows always featured home-grown talent with anyone and everyone getting into the act. The entire O’Toole family sang, as did several other family groups. John O’Toole opened the first onsite real estate business in 1974 and that business is still located in the original building. Ruthan and her sister Robin created a gift shop in the lower level of this structure - Gifts Down Under. Ruthan graduated from Mary Washington University in 1983 as one of its first business majors. She joined her father’s business selling lots and homes and managed upwards of 150 rentals. O’Toole Realty merged with Century 21 in 1995.
First Tennis Social of the Season by Mi Devens, Chair, Tennis Committee
The first Open Tennis Social will be held Saturday, May 13 at 9 AM. Tennis socials are held on the second Saturday of the month through September. October’s social is generally an afternoon affair followed by the Annual Tennis Picnic. Tennis socials are structured around open tennis play in a Round Robin format. Play starts at 9 AM and continues until about 11 AM. Partners are changed at 30 minute intervals. All levels of play are welcome, Tennis social play bears no resemblance to Davis Cup, or USTA tournament play. Water is provided if you don’t bring your own. Food and friendship follows the play in the gazebo, with everyone bringing a dish to share. A $2 contribution covers new tennis balls, and set ups for the food and drinks. To sign up for the May Social call Connie or Miff at 540-4125958. Hope to see you there.
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Once the golf course was designed, Jim Foote, always the salesman, got the 16th hole built first. It runs along Germanna road which was treeless in 1967 and was easily seen from the road. While the course expanded from nine to eighteen holes and during the first few years thereafter, an unofficial bottle club existed at the weekend golf games. Various members would sponsor a hole, not for beautifying the tee box as today, but to host a bar at the tee. A different kind of Tee Party! The Lake of the Woods golf course has achieved a distinction very few have, the honor to host a standing President of the United States. In May 1975, John R. Henry was in charge of arrangements for the Lee Elder golf professional tournament. Former President Gerald Ford It was John’s letter, sent and Flip Wilson to “The President, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C.”, that resulted in President Gerald R. Ford attending. Bill Howard, as a course marshal, wore a “red shirt” and watched President Ford, Bob Murphy, Joe Louis, and Flip Wilson. The Secret Service required all the members working the course to wear the red shirt. The clubhouse staff had been planning a party for that evening, but was not prepared for President Ford’s request that afternoon for a martini! The manager quickly produced a bottle of Beefeater’s gin, had the President sign the “corkage charge” book, and prepared his martini. However, before he could drink it, the Secret Service agent required a second martini which he sampled before the President could raise his elbow. Unfortunately, that corkage book burned in the Clubhouse fire of Easter 1980.
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Members of the Garden Club, with invited guests Phil Rodenberg (far right) and Jessica Graves (third from left), celebrate the Arbor Day planting of an Eastern Redbud at the base of the dam.
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The Board of Directors at its May 6 meeting approved for publication and now requests comments from members by May 26 on the proposed regulation change regarding nominations by petition. ISSUE: The Nominating Committee seeks an amendment to the Nominations by Petition section of the bylaws to more accurately describe the process. (Changes indicated in bold and underline) RECOMMENDATION: The GM recommends this change. The Nominating Committee initiated and supports this change. 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 approved nominees who present valid petitions shall be given the same rights and privileges during the election process as those nominees who are recommended 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.
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D. Elections Committee Vacancies Secretary Zukowski reported that several new members are needed on the Elections Committee. Electronic voting is expected to be ready for the Director election this year. Election Committee tasks will include interviewing candidates and making arrangements for the open forum at the Community Center, in addition tallying electronic and paper ballots. 2.7 Report from the General Manager, Phil Rodenberg A. March Financials In March we collected $74,962 in current year lot assessments. For FY2016-17, we collected $5,560,559, or 97.5 percent of the FY2016-17 lot assessments billed. The Preliminary Unaudited Budget Summary shows a favorable variance of $187,754 as of March 31. The current delinquency rate is 2.5 percent. Fareways’ income increased by $100k this year. B. Lakes Management Report: None C. Sweetbriar Pool Progress Report As of April 26, NVblu contractors is about 72 percent complete on this project. Plans are to pour the concrete deck this week. A ribbon-cutting/ splashdown event is scheduled for May 24 at 5 PM at Sweetbriar pool. D. Main Marina Fuel Tank Replacement Project Management requested input from the Board relative to replacing the Main Marina fuel tank at its present location or moving it to the Sailboat parking area. The much higher cost of relocation was a key factor to consider. The Board agreed by consensus to have the GM proceed with plans to replace it at the current location. E. Other Business LOWA has submitted a $48,000 claim to our insurance company for reimbursement of expenses associated with the April 6, 2017 storm damage. Our new Communications Manager, Carolyn Brodeur, joined the staff this past week. The Electronic Voting mock election exercise is still in progress. Results will be discussed at a mock Membership meeting on May 10 during the Elections Committee meeting. Installation of surveillance cameras at the 9.9 drop area has resulted in identification of three illegal dumpers, who were contacted to retrieve their materials. A sign will also be posted at the site informing users of a $5000 penalty for improper disposal of waste. After twice extending the bid deadline, LOWA only received one bid for construction of a covered ring at the Equestrian Center. PJ Williams of Madison, VA submitted a bid which was only $3k over the $150k allocated in our Capital budget for the project. An RFI was issued to nine companies for information on financial lending services for the Pool/Fitness Center complex project. Four companies responded. These will be reviewed by the Treasurer, Finance Director and GM and a report scheduled for the May 17 Board meeting. 2.8 Committee Report Planning Committee Report Chair Tom Sheridan provided current data on the status of the Planning Committee survey launched on April 18. The purpose of the survey was to gather member opinions on two unresolved issues: 1) how members would prefer the Clubhouse Pool/Fitness Center complex project be paid for, and 2) to gauge interest in a future covered pool. He noted the advantages and disadvantages associated with imposing a special assessment or using financing (bank loan) options. To date, 560 surveys have been returned, 300 of which include comments. The survey is still available for members to take and return. The Committee will continue to analyze results for reporting at a later date. Several members will be stepping down from the Committee this year, and new members will be needed. 3. Member Comments on Business Agenda. No comments 4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 4.1 Discussion of Land Use Plan Proposed Update from Planning Committee. (D-17-33) Copies of the revised and updated Land Use Study were distributed to Board members in advance of the meeting for their review and comments. Planning Committee Chair Tom Sheridan responded to questions from the Board. The plan will be updated annually to incorporate revisions and posted on the LOWA website in the future. Motion by Hoh, passed unanimously, to accept the Land Use Plan as presented by the Planning Committee.
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4.2 Discussion of Clubhouse Pool/Fitness Center/Outdoor Recreation Facility Plan Project Elements and Survey. President Morlan provided a summary of progress made to date on the project and recent decisions made on a variety of components made by the last two Boards. Today’s discussion was geared to determining what information each Board member needs now to move the project forward at one of the next two Board meetings. Board members provided their comments and these will be reviewed in an effort to develop a basis for some action at the next Board meeting. 4.3 Consideration of Allocating $22,100 from New Construction and Renovation Reserve Funds for Purchase of Surveillance Cameras and License Plate Readers. (D-17-34) Motion by Johnson that the Board transfer $17,100 from the New Construction and Renovation Reserve fund balance to the New Asset and Improvement Reserve for the purchase of surveillance cameras, and delay moving $5000 for purchase of license plate readers and instead place this in the purchase plan for the 5-year capital plan process. Vote: Yea: 0. Nay: 6. Motion failed. Motion by Johnson, passed unanimously, that the Board transfer $22,100 from the New Construction and Renovation Reserve fund balance to the New Asset and Improvement Reserve for the purchase of surveillance cameras and license plate readers. 4.4 Consideration of Publishing in Lake Currents Proposed Amendments to Bylaws Article VI: Nomination and Election of Directors. (D-17-35) Motion by Cumming, passed unanimously, that the Board authorize the publication in Lake Currents amendments to LOWA Bylaws Article VI: Nomination and Election of Directors. 4.5 Consideration of Publishing in Lake Currents Proposed Amendments to LOWA Regulations XII: Use of the Swimming Pools. (D-17-36) Motion by Cumming, passed unanimously, that the Board authorize the publication in Lake Currents amendments to LOWA Regulations XII: Use of the Swimming Pools. 5. NEW BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Authorizing the GM or his Designee to set GolfNow Pricing. (D-17-37) Motion by Hoh that the Board delegate authority to the GM or his designees to adjust the GolfNow rates as needed to draw golfers in to fill late morning and afternoon tee times. Motion was withdrawn. Motion by Hoh, passed unanimously, that the Board delegate authority to the GM or his designees to adjust the GolfNow rates as needed to draw golfers in to fill late morning and afternoon tee times, but at rates not as low as member rates for equivalent rounds. 5.2 Consideration of Awarding a Contract to Miller Dodson Capital Reserve Consultants of Annapolis, Maryland to Perform a Capital Reserve Study in the Amount of $9,700, Funds to Come from the Operating Budget. (D-17-38) Motion by Zwickl, passed unanimously, that the Board award a contract to Miller Dodson Capital Reserve Consultants of Annapolis, Maryland to perform a Capital Reserve Study in the amount of $9,700, funds to come from the Administration 101 Operating Budget. 5.3 Discussion on Employee Manual Changes GM Phil Rodenberg briefly highlighted some of the changes being considered to the LOWA Employee Manual. Administration is requesting the Board review the proposed changes for further consideration at a future Board meeting. 6. Member General Comments Members commented on the following: 1) possible future plans by VDOT to widen and/or straighten out the curves on Route 601 and LOWA’s position on any such proposals in the future; 2) the need to manage vegetative overgrowth on the new fencing installed along Route 601; and 3) at minimum a 6-lane pool at the Clubhouse is needed to accommodate Swimnastics classes. 7. Director Comments: None 8. Scheduled Meetings • Special Board of Directors Retreat: Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at 9 AM, in the Community Center. Agenda: LOWA Mission/Vision Statement. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at 2 PM, in the Community Center. • Special Board of Directors Retreat: Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 5 PM, in the Community Center. Agenda: LOWA Mission/Vision Statement. • Special Board of Directors Retreat: Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at 5 PM, in the Community Center. Agenda: LOWA Mission/Vision Statement. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Saturday, June 3, 2017 in the Lower Level of the Clubhouse. Executive Session: 9 AM; Open Session: 10 AM. 9. Adjournment by Cumming, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 12:40 PM. Jennifer Zukowski, LOWA Secretary
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Armed Forces Day Veterans’ Picnic All veterans and their families who live at Lake of the Woods are invited to the Armed Forces Day Veterans’ Picnic. The picnic will be held May 20 at the Campground Pavilion from noon until 1600 (4 PM non-vet time). Hamburgers and hot dogs, related condiments, drinks and food preparation will be furnished by the LOW Vets Club member John Klopfer and family. We ask that you bring a side dish to share. There will be games for both children and adults. The picnic is sponsored by the Lake of the Woods Veterans Club. All veterans and their families who live at LOW are invited to help us celebrate Armed Forces Day. Come join the fun and meet fellow veterans at LOW. If you plan to attend, please contact John Klopfer at johnhenrystout@ yahoo.com or 540-419-7363 by Monday, May 15, to ensure that we do not run out of food and drinks. Members of the LOW Vets Club hope to see you there.
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by Nancy King, Publicity, Ladies Golf Association The LGA Spring Tournament begins on May 9 and continues on May 16 and 23. This is an individual stroke play tournament. The winners are those with the best two scores of the three matches. The entry fee is only $2. Test yourself and play in the tournament! Sheran Marks, Member/Guest Chair is encouraging all LGA members to sign up for the Member/Guest Tournament themed “The Roaring Twenties” by May 23. The tournament takes place on June 6 and 7 with a fee of $50 per person. The social will be on June 6 at Debbie May’s house from 3:30 to 5:30 PM and the flighted Ryder Cup format tournament will be on June 7. An awards luncheon at the Clubhouse will follow. The sign-up board and entry forms are in the Woods Center women’s lounge. If you need assistance in finding a guest, contact Sheran at 972-3678 or Nancy King at 972-0984.
NARFE Luncheon at Peppers Grill NARFE Chapter 1885 will meet May 25 at noon at Peppers Grill at 791 Madison Road, Culpeper. Author Kellie Doyle will speak about women who participated in various roles, including that of soldier, during the Civil War. If you are attending, please reserve your spot by sending a check for $15 made out to LOW NARFE no later than May 23. If you have questions, please contact Nick Duy at 972-0350, or Mary Kay Wilks at 412-5764.
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winner Jean Westholt took second place honors in 78390, with club member Richard Chitty, 81087, a close third. The club was honored to welcome back its first commodore, John Beery, now a member of the Fishing Bay Yacht Club in Deltaville, to preside over the racing as Regatta Primary Race Officer. Beery, assisted by his crew including Debbie Cycotte and Mosby West, also of FBYC, ran three very enjoyable races, marked by often close competition, with numerous position changes and at least one instance of finishing positions decided by less than six inches between boats after half an hour of racing. The Sailing Club Spring Series races are now in progress, with three races scheduled each Saturday through the end of May. The first race each day is scheduled for an 11 AM start, and should be visible from the Clubhouse Point area. For more information on club activities and sailboat racing here, contact Jimmy Lee, 972-8920 or Dan McFarland, 972-1483. Photos by Scott McFarland
Captain Dave Meehan, with LOWSC member Bill Wemmerus as crew, flies his spinnaker enroute to a class win in the 50th Anniversary Regatta.
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LOWSC member Gary Close, left, and Commodore Jimmy Lee check for wind shifts ahead while sailing to a second place finish in the 50th Anniversary Regatta. The Lake of the Woods 50th Anniversary Regatta, sponsored by the LOW Sailing Club, enjoyed nearly perfect racing winds of eight to ten knots from the southwest running down the length of the lake. Despite ideal weather conditions, a smaller than usual contingent of visiting boats entered the April 29 sailing competition, the 36th annual invitational regatta held by the club. Visitors took home first place trophies in both the Flying Scot and Sunfish classes. Skipper Dave Meehan, with LOWSC member Bill Wemmerus as his crew, finished first in all three races in his blue-hulled Flying Scot, sail number 5813. LOWSC Commodore Jimmy Lee, with club member Gary Close crewing, took second place in Scot 5276. Rounding out the Flying Scot fleet were club Vice-Commodore Dan McFarland, with Emma McFarland as crew in 4435, and Dan Kilgore, sailing his newly acquired Flying Scot, 5892, with visitor John Enderle crewing. In the Sunfish races, perennial visitor Jakob Donkersloot also scored three bullets aboard 51990 to win that class trophy. LOWSC Wilderness Cup
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by Teresa Gregson, Bees & Trees Farm If the insects and weather aren’t enough to hurt honeybees, then along comes man with his pesticides that often kill honeybees—even though they are not the primary target—and herbicides that kill the very weeds that mean so much to honeybee survival; dandelion, clover and milkweed! There are things that we can all do that will help the honeybee! For one thing, we can increase the number of plants available to them by making sure our gardens are honeybee-friendly! What are some honeybee friendly plants? There are literally tons of flowers and plants you can plant for honeybees— Google it and you will see for yourself! There are herbs like lavender, catmint, sage, cilantro, thyme fennel and borage. There are perennials like coneflowers (Echinacea), crocus, buttercup, aster, hollyhocks, anemone and geranium and wildflowers. As for annuals, there are a ton of those too; sweet asylum, sunflowers, zinnias and heliotrope to name a few. All of these flowering delicacies are favorites of honeybees while still being eye candy in our gardens!
So what is killing honeybees? Like all beekeepers, I have had my share of bee losses. Sadly, some hives were lost because of mistakes I made, other hives because of bad weather that robbed bees of food sources or because a hive swarmed (left the hive) and the number of bees left behind was not enough to successfully protect the hive. Where a smaller, weaker hive exists, there are a number of harmful insects that can further weaken or even destroy it. There are tick-like insects that literally feed on the fluid that flows throughout a honeybee’s little body and there are beetles and moths that destroy the comb in the hive and ruin the honey, sometimes forcing the bees to leave the hive permanently.
Teresa and Jeff Gregson are the owners of Bees & Trees Farm in Elkwood, VA. “Nature at the Lake” is a new monthly column for Lake Currents. If you would like to submit an informative article for this column, please email lakecurrents@LOWA.org.
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Alice C Tyler Village children, through our Stage 4 program, enjoy the privilege of play at the Wilderness Presidential Resort Pool. The Stage 4 program, developed and directed by one of our founding members, Mary Lou McFarland, recognizes children who have maintained a level of exemplary behavior on a monthly basis by allowing them to participate in a special event. Wilderness indoor pool is an ideal treat for these children during the winter months. Their next activity planned is a scavenger hunt for plants at a local nursery, to purchase plants and then plant them at a Village garden. Yes, these children find joy in garden work, and this activity contributes to social development and a heightened sense of responsibility. If you are interested in helping out in the future, Stage 4 activities are Photo by Dan McFarland usually planned for the third Friday Childhelp Alice Tyler Village kids of the month. Other activities include enjoy pool time as part of the Stage collecting nonperishable food for the 4 program. Wilderness food pantry, sorting food and stacking shelves; pottery and other crafts, a boat outing and picnic at the lake among others. Anyone interested in helping Mary Lou on a regular or occasional basis, please contact her at 972 - 1483 or mlmcf@yahoo.com. Other events scheduled in the next couple of months, made possible through this community’s generosity, are class field trips to Richmond Children’s Museum, ice cream truck, outside movie nights, Riverside Theatre, and a program by Animals Unlimited, which brings exotic animals to the Village and discusses habitat protection, etc. in its presentation Our Wild World. Our annual luncheon for installation of officers will take place May 31 at 11 AM at the Clubhouse. Please note this meeting date is a change from our regular June meeting day, the first Wednesday of the month. If you would like to attend and have not signed up yet, please contact Gayle Buresh at 972-2637 or geburesh@comcast.net by May 21 for reservation. Cost is $20 per person. Mail checks to Treasurer, LOW Auxiliary, PO Box 382, Locust Grove, Va 22508. If you want to know more about Childhelp or the Alice C. Tyler Village, please check out their website, childhelp.org, or contact our membership chair, Jill Humphries at 972-1179 or janjinla@aol.com.
April brings fluctuating temperatures and mostly good fishing conditions; earlier in the week it was sunny and in the upper 80’s. However, for the year’s second LOW Angler’s tournament the temperature was cool and the air, damp. Fifteen teams reported in for the monthly tournament, launched at 6:30 AM on the April 22. Teams launch in three waves, one minute apart, to ensure safe departure from the Clubhouse area on the lake for six hours of Photo by Luis Amador fishing. At the 12:30 PM weigh-in, there (L-R) Dalton Billick and Scott Michanco of the Captain Hooks team was much discussion about the dismal weather and dismal fishing win the April Anglers Tournament. conditions; however the scales wouldn’t tell the same story. While the veteran anglers produced some nice bags of fish, it was newcomers team “Captain Hooks” that walked away with the first place prize, and the big fish (5.21 pounds) prize in their first-ever fishing tournament. Congratulations to Scott and Dalton, and, welcome to the LOW Angler’s club. The LOW Anglers club welcomes members all year round; tournaments are held once a month from March through September, with an end-of-year “Classic” tournament in October. Top three finishers for April 22: 1. Captain Hooks (Scott MIchanco and Dalton Billick) 13.57 pounds 2. Glue Monkey (James Hostelka and Steve Lovelace) 13.42 pounds 3. Lake Record (Barry Priddy and Dave Allen) 12.72 pounds All fish were released safely back in the lake after weigh-in. The April results points are added to each team’s current points total, used to determine the top five teams at the end of the year. The top five teams at the end of September gain entry into the LOW Classic Tournament on October 1. Point of contact is JD Krob, Low Angler’s President, Krob.JD@Gmail.com (lowangler.webs.com)
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Communications from p. 1 She hopes to bring efficiency and modernization to her new department, and to “raise brand awareness.� She recognizes, however, that the biggest challenge for any incoming manager is likely to be “implementing change in systems that have been established for a long time.� One of her first tasks will be working on the update for the new LOWA website. “We are also exploring options for a text messaging service for emergency communications,� she said, “but that is in the research phase right now.� Brodeur is looking forward to her new challenges. “This community,� she explained, “has a great vision and a great organizational structure, which will make fitting in some new processes pretty easy, because they will mesh well with that. I think we need to be more consistent in some of our branding at some of the amenities, and we can assist with that by providing templates for different media for those areas.� Her first impressions are largely positive. “My communications team seems very well-knit, and I look forward to working with them,� she said. “The community seems to be very welcoming, fun and lively, and I think I will enjoy working here very much.�
Way back in 1925, Helen Keller challenged members of Lions Clubs International to become “Knights of the Blind� – which continues today through the efforts of the Lake of the Woods Lions and Lioness Clubs. The community is invited to support these efforts through contributions during White Cane Days on Friday and Saturday, May 12 and 13, when LOW Lions and Lionesses will be at entrances to most area businesses for the annual fundraising event. The proceeds will benefit a number of programs that serve sight and hearing impaired individuals. Specific local programs include sight and hearing screening for Orange County school children, recycling of used eyeglasses for use in other countries, assistance in providing eyeglasses and hearing aids for people who need them, and support for the leader dogs that assist the blind. The collections will also benefit the Wilderness Food Pantry, scholarships, teachers grants, youth programs, and medical equipment. White Cane Days are major contributors for funding these programs.
Collage Art at Wilderness Library Join instructor Carol Barber Wednesday, May 17 from 3 to 4:30 PM and make your own collage art work! Get creative as you cut paper to compose a contemporary art piece which emphasizes the design elements of shape, texture, and color. Register at the Wilderness Branch Library in person or by phone at 540-854-5310. Registration is free and open to all adults 18 or over. All supplies are included. Space is limited to 20 participants.
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Classifieds from p. 21 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 - 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.
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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. FOUNDATION REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. GENEALOGY - NEED HELP? Instruction or Full Services; House Calls in LOW; Help with technology, research, organizing, scanning, custom designed family trees. Christine 540-940-7559, www. FamilyTreeCMG.etsy.com. GENERAL HOUSE Cleaning. Bath and Kitchens Specialty. Call for details, Kimberly, 561-542-6787. GUTTER CLEANING/Guard Installation - Ask Luke Zello, Often Imitated Never Duplicated, 540-4063589. GUTTER GUARDS, gutter cleaning, gutter repairs and home repairs. 30 years experience. LOW Home Owner. Kenny Skeen, 972-4326. 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. HEATING and AIR Repairs/ Replacement (10 year parts/1 year labor warranty), lowest prices. Ask Luke Zello, Often Imitated Never Duplicated, 540-406-3589. iPAD iPHONE WINDOWS - Need Help? One-on-One Instruction; House Calls in LOW; Patient instruction for device,
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Licensed and Insured. LOW Resident for 42 years. Michael Phillips 540-7607015 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. WINDOW and POWER WASHING…the Winter Away. Call Jerry for details, 561-542-6211. WINDOW CLEANING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.
by Cokie Roberts. For location information or to be put on the email notification list, contact Geraldine at geraldinestarot@gmail.com. Project EXCEL. Looking for a way to help the children in your community? The Orange County Office on Youth is looking for volunteers to tutor elementary school students who are as much as a year behind in math or reading. As little as an hour per week could make a big difference! Info: Ginny Biggs, Project EXCEL Coordinator, 571-259-8951. 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.
Notices May 20, Join area seniors for a fun-filled Saturday afternoon for the 9th annual Senior Prom! Saturday, May 20, 2-5 PM at Culpeper Christian School. All free: food, dancing and music and lots of giveaways. Hawaiian Luau theme. Call Aging Together at 540-829-6405 or visit www. agingtogether.org for more information. LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department – Volunteers Needed! No experience required, training provided. Contact LOWRescueChief29@ gmail.com or 540-827-7562 for more information. LOWFR29.com. The LOW Eclectic Book Club meets on the last Wednesday of every month at 7:30 PM. Books up for discussion are: May 31: Founding Mothers: The Women Who Raised Our Nation
Yard Sale YARD SALE - 139 Green St. May 20th and May 21st, 9AM-1PM. Children’s toys and clothing. Women’s clothing (small/medium/maternity). Home decor, crafts, and more!
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Wanted ATTENTION HIKERS: I am looking for a couple of LOW residence that are interested in day hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains, hikes will take place during week days. Hikes will be rated moderate to strenuous, up to 10 miles in length. If interested email Bill at wis3001@aol.com. BOAT DECK Rental Needed for a 20’ Pontoon Boat, reasonable. Call 703-915-3247 or 540-388-4307. Starting June, July. WANTED - BOAT Dock Rental for 18 ft. motor boat, JuneSeptember. Responsible, respectful older couple. Call 540-412-9952 or 630-854-4126 or email: julie. p g phend@gmail.com.
Misc. NURSE AIDE COURSE. $695 includes tuition, books, PPD, background check. Next Start Date: June 27, 2017. Info: 703-402-2509.
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LAKES Full-Time Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector. Now hiring qualified individual for full time hourly position. Must have a DCR E&S Inspector certification and minimum of 5 years’ experience in construction and stormwater management along with proficiency with Microsoft Office software. College degree in environmental science or related field and knowledge of GIS programs preferred. Hours are 7 AM-3:30 PM with occasional evening meetings. 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 Servers/Banquet Servers. Flexible hours working with a great team. 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 Bartender positions available. Bartenders are needed to assist with Café operations at the Woods Center. Successful applicants must be at least 21 years old and willing to work flexible hours and weekends. This job requires great customer service skills along with a team-player spirit. Some restaurant experience is desirable. TIPS training will be provided. PRO SHOP Part-Time Golf Course Marshals. Coordinate golf course activities with the Pro Shop and outside service by monitoring pace of play; enforcing rules and policies; coordinating play off the first tee; and providing platinum service while maintaining a clean and safe environment for members and guests. 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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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. 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. PRO SEAL - SEALCOATING and Striping. Driveways, Parking Lots, Walking Paths, Neighborhood Streets. Give your asphalt the protection it deserves! Free Estimates. 540-9075662 or www.prosealtoday.com. PREMIER ARBOR Services LLC, Complete Tree Service. Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming. 540-718-3794. 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. 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. 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. 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-540842-7026, 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
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