Lake Currents 04/28/2017

The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 14, No 19

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April 28, 2017

LOWA Amenities Summer Guide Insert!

50th Anniversary 5K Run/Walk

by Ted Ferriter, Member, 50th Anniversary Ad Hoc Committee By now you have seen posters, ads and an article about the 50th Anniversary 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 6. Come out and enjoy the fun! The approximately three-mile course will start and finish at the Woods Center. Final race day registration begins at 7:15 AM. The run/walk starts on the first hole of the golf course at 8 AM, and has been modified to follow the golf course through a total of 11 holes. The finish line will be next to the practice putting green and the Golf Pro Shop.

This is a great opportunity for all LOWA community members to see our beautiful golf course and to experience first hand this lovely amenity.

For a nominal registration fee of $5, participants will receive a race packet, and refreshments after the race (the first 100 registrations will receive an “Anniversary” t-shirt.) Entry forms and an entry form deposit box can be found at TWO locations: the Holcomb Building and the Golf Pro Shop at the Woods Center.

Age group awards will be presented to first and second place, male and female, in the following age groups: 15 and under, 16 to 25, 26 to 40, 41 and over.

Please come out on May 6 to help our LOWA community celebrate 50 years of superb amenities and family activities at Lake of the Woods!

May 6 Driving Delays for 50th 5K On Saturday, May 6, the LOWA 50th Anniversary Committee will host a 5K Run/Walk on the LOWA Golf Course. From 8-10 AM, runners will be crossing roads at golf cart crossings. Watch for runners at the following locations: 4008-4011 Lakeview Parkway at Fairway Dr. (Crossover from hole 1 to 2) 3913-3921 Lakeview Parkway (Crossover from hole 4 to 5) 220-222 Sand Trap Ln (Crossover from hole 7 to 8) Eagle Ct/Green St (600ft from hole 8 to hole 12) Green/Birdie merge (Crossover from hole 12 to 11) 100 Green St (Crossover from hole 10 to Woods Center)

President's Letter 2 Board Agenda 2 Board Minutes 3, 6-7 General Manager's Column 3 Association News 3-7 Calendar 9-10, 15 Viewpoints 16 Orange County News 21 Classifieds 21-23

April 28 Coffee & Conversation with Board Members 10 AM, Fareways Café May 1 Assessment Due Boat Decals need to be on boats to avoid a potential summons See next Lake Currents for 50th Anniv. Proclamation Day festivities.

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Richardson to Manage Clubhouse

by Dan McFarland, Lake Currents Copy Editor Ryan Richardson was 12 years old when he started bussing tables in 1980.

Richardson, who takes over as clubhouse manager May 1 following Joey Welsh’s retirement, says he took that first job because “I needed to earn some money so I could buy a car when I turned 16.”

In the intervening 37 years, Richardson has built an extensive resume in the food services industry, most recently serving for 10 years as Director of Food and Beverages at the Fredericksburg Expo Center. Prior to that, he worked for Aramark in their sports and entertainment division, primarily responsible for food and beverage operations at football stadiums and arenas, Ryan Richardson including the University of Virginia’s Scott Stadium and at Old Dominion University, plus Citizens Bank Ball Park in Philadelphia, and Coors Field in Denver.

He chose the job at Lake of the Woods because, he said, “I was looking for something that would give me more time with my family, to be closer to my family.”

The new clubhouse manager lives in nearby Wilderness Shores with his wife, Justine, and daughters Kaitlin, 8, and Lillian, 3.

The opportunity to spend several weeks shadowing Joey Welsh has given him a positive impression of the clubhouse operation, and he says it played a very strong role in his decision to take the job.

“The people are great,” he said. “Everybody is smiling, very sad to see Joey go, but welcoming me with open arms. The core crew of servers we have are definitely a plus, and our bartenders that have been here a number of years are a very strong crew back there, and the kitchen is strong also.”

He remains well aware of the challenges facing him here.

“Going into the summer season, we have our work cut out for us, with the deck opening, 50th Anniversary events and the Fourth of July.”

The biggest personal challenge he sees, though, is “learning everybody’s name.

There are some 4,300 people here that I want to be on a first name basis with.”

Another challenge will be recognizing, and responding to, the diversity within our community.

See Clubhouse on p. 11

May 6 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 10 AM, Community Center May 7 LOW Open House, 12-4 PM May 11 Holcomb Building Closes at 4 PM May 17 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 2 PM, CC

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President's Letter

by Larry Morlan

“You always have two choices: your commitment versus your fear” (S. Davis, Jr) As you are reading this letter, the deadline for filing your papers to run for the Board of Directors is rapidly approaching. With the loss of a great director in JoAnn Zwickl, who is not running for reelection, the need for a replacement of at least equal ability and drive is foremost in my thinking. Being on the Board of Directors is a rare privilege and honor because of representing each of you in board deliberations. The remaining members of the board are wonderful to serve with because of the unique talents each brings to the table and the spirit of cooperation, intellect and resolve displayed by each.

And as I have said many times before, we do have fun.

I thoroughly enjoy being on the board and feel especially lucky to be serving as the President of the Board. Each director has contributed in all the decisions we have made, and I know they are dedicated to continuing that type of participation. We face many challenges in the next year and I encourage each resident to give hard consideration to running for election to the Board.

Step up to the plate, file your papers, and run for election. Then you can help us address the important issues ahead.

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It was great to see such a good turnout at the Town Hall meeting on April 19 addressing the Pool/Fitness Center/Clubhouse area project. Much good dialogue was forthcoming that evening both for and against the various ideas that were discussed. The board is consolidating all those remarks and looking toward what next steps to take. We are also looking at the information that is coming back from the Planning Committee survey on the pool issue including feedback on financing options.

This issue has received tremendous amounts of participation and input from members of the community. We have heard from the Ad-hoc Committee chaired by Cliff Wilks, from the Planning, Pool, Fitness and Finance Committees, from Town Hall meetings, from numerous discussions at regular board meetings, from two consultant studies, and from hundreds of emails and phone calls. It all comes down to what decision is in the best interests of the entire community. Stay tuned; deliberations are still underway.

Now that summer weather is here, I hope everyone will get out and enjoy some of the many amenities available in the Lake. The most obvious are the lakes and the beaches, but of course there are also the tennis and pickleball courts, the Equestrian Center, the golf course, the walking trails, and the beautiful parks within the Lake. Get out and talk to your neighbors. Help us to continue to make the Lake of the Woods a caring community.

In closing, it is always a pleasure seeing so many Lake of the Woods individuals present at events outside of the lake. Stage Alive and Riverside Theater presentations always have LOWA residents in attendance; nearby civic and church fund-raising activities have many LOWA attendees; and, “wow,” all the people at the various 50th Anniversary activities within the lake in the last few weeks (what great work by the 50th Anniversary Committee).

You all are involved in many things inside and outside of the Lake.

Lake of the Woods is a great place to live! Thanks to all of you for being here!

Regular Board of Directors Meeting Agenda Community Center, May 6, 2017 10 AM CALL TO ORDER 1. OPEN SESSION 1.1 Pledge of Allegiance 1.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation 1.3 Approval of Agenda 1.4 Approval of Minutes: April 19, 2017 Regular Board Meeting; April 19, 2017 Town Hall Meeting 2. REPORTS 2.1 Report from Orange County Supervisor – Lee Frame 2.2 Report from Orange County Sheriff - Mark Amos 2.3 Report from Security Chief – Scott Walker 2.4 Report from LOW Fire & Rescue President – Simon Gray 2.5 Report from Orange County Schools – Jim Hopkins 2.6 Reports of President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Liaison Reports C. Committee Changes D. Elections Committee Vacancies 2.7 Report of General Manager A. March Financials B. Lakes Management Report C. Sweetbriar Pool Progress Report D. Main Marina Fuel Tank Replacement Project 2.8 Committee Reports A. Lakes Committee – William Lukaczyk, Chair B. Planning Committee – Tom Sheridan, Chair 3. MEMBER COMMENTS ON BUSINESS AGENDA 4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 4.1 Discussion of Lane Use Plan Proposed Update from Planning Committee 4.2 Discussion of Clubhouse Pool/Fitness Center/Outdoor Recreation Facility Plan Project Elements and Survey 4.3 Consideration of Allocating $17,600 from New Construction and Renovation Reserve Funds for 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 5. NEW BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Authorizing the GM or his Designee to set GolfNow Pricing 5.2 Consideration of Awarding a Contract to Perform a Capital Reserve Study 5.3 Discussion of LOWA Employee Manual 6. MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 7. DIRECTOR COMMENTS 8. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Special Meeting of the Board for the Purpose of a Retreat Regarding the LOWA Mission /Vision Statement, Wednesday May 17, 2017, Community Center, 9 AM • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, May 17, 2017, Community Center, 2 PM

See May 6 Agenda on p. 7 Board of Directors, LOWA, Inc.

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 Communications Manager: Communications Assistant: Copy Editor Graphics/Layout:

General Manager Carolyn Brodeur (cbrodeur@LOWA.org) Lisa Naghshineh (lakecurrents@LOWA.org) Dan McFarland (dmcfarland@LOWA.org) 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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April 19, 2017, 1 PM, Community Center

by Phil Rodenberg

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 Carl Clawson Bob Hoh Absent Jeff Johnson

Others Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Linda Brooks, Recorder (from 2 PM)

1. Building physical condition: The Holbert-Apple Engineering Report of November 25, 2015 describes the 1967 pool bathhouse/fitness center as an outdated floor plan with little functionality that does not meet (nor it is required to meet) current building, life safety, accessibility, fresh air and energy codes. (See Executive Summary and Page 7.1) 2. Building/Pool rehabilitation estimate: The Lukmire Partnership presentation of July 27, 2016 estimates replacement of the 1967 bathhouse and pool mechanical building and the major rehabilitation of the 1967 pool at $2.27 million. The rehabilitated pool would not have a zero entry area, but the existing chair lift would be available for use. (See Slide 12.)

3. Future planning: The Miller-Dodson Reserve Report of February 16, 2017, our capital inventory plan, shows $689,020 for the Clubhouse pool components and $77,900 for fitness center equipment as part of the annual contribution to reserves for future replacement needs. (See Pages B21-22 (pool) and B13 (fitness Center).

I encourage you to follow the future project discussions at the next several board meetings.

April 28, 2017

9.9 Maintenance Area has been difficult to manage because of the volume of materials, which sometimes includes tree materials larger than allowed, household trash, and even old appliances. Each year at this time we bring in a tub-grinder contractor to reduce the piles to mulch. To combat the more egregious dumping, LOWA will soon employ surveillance cameras at the entrance and inside the area to enforce the regulation limiting member use of the area to leaves and branches of 2 inches or smaller. Management researched state law and confirmed with our legal counsel the ability to pursue civil fines of up to $5,000 plus legal fees and criminal fines of $2,500 for dumping. Outside contractors dumping in 9.9 face the possibility of being banned from LOWA. Join me in welcoming our new Communications Manager, Carolyn Brodeur, aboard the LOWA staff. Carolyn comes to us after a 15-year career with the Boys & Girls Clubs. Her experience with that organization has afforded her a dynamic and multi-faceted skill-set that will give her an edge when striving to meet the communication needs of our community. She replaces Melanie Parmelee who departed April 19. Look for more news on Carolyn in the May 12 Lake Currents.

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Call to Order. President Morlan called the meeting to order at 1 PM in the Community Center.

1. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Hoh, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 1:01 PM for the purpose of consulting with legal counsel.

Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 1:59 PM. 2. OPEN SESSION Motion by Zwickl, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 2:06 PM, and to affirm that the Board met earlier today in Executive Session for the purpose of consulting with legal counsel.

2.1 Pledge of Allegiance 2.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation Secretary Zukowski confirmed that a quorum was present and proper notice sent to all members of record.

2.3 Approval of Agenda Motion by Zwickl, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda.

2.4 Approval of the Minutes of April 1, 2017.

Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, to approve the minutes of the April 1, 2017 Board meeting.

3. REPORTS 3.1 Reports of Officers President Morlan said that Board members attended the Community Association Workshop yesterday in Richmond. A welcome letter was sent to Dr. Janet Gullickson, the new President of Germanna Community College, and the General Manager was asked to extend an invitation to her to attend some of our 50th Anniversary activities.

The Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer had no report.

A. Introduction of Orange County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lori Landes-Carter. (This item was removed from the Agenda prior to the meeting) B. Service Recognitions Certificates of Appreciation were presented to Melanie Parmelee who is moving to Montana after serving LOWA for 16 years as Communications Coordinator, and Joey Welsh who is retiring after 10 years of service as Clubhouse Manager.

C. Employee Excellence in Service Awards Excellence in Service Awards were presented by GM Phil Rodenberg and President Larry Morlan as follows: Third Quarter 2016: Team Award: Communications Staff members Lisa Naghshineh, Dick Martin, Chris Porter and Dan McFarland.

Individual: Timothy J. Oliver, Lead Mechanic Fourth Quarter 2016: Team Award: Maintenance Department Custodial Staff members Susan Young, Joey McClung and Cat Pruitt.

Town Halls, like the one the Board of Directors hosted April 19 on the potential Clubhouse Pool/Fitness/Outdoor Recreation Facilities Project, always sharpen my senses on what LOWA has said, what members know, and what members need to know about a capital project. Members come into the conversation at different times. Some follow it from the beginning. Others hear news for the first time. The value of the Town Hall is for the board to hear from members, and for members to hear each other speak about the topic at hand. LOWA has hosted three single-topic Town Halls on this project, including July and November 2016 meetings. To get the background on the potential $5 million Clubhouse Complex Project, I recommend members check out LOWA.org/Member Central to see:

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See April 19 Minutes on p. 6 Member Services/Holcomb Building: 972-2237 M-F; 8:30 AM-5 PM; Sat. 9 AM-1 PM Clubhouse: 972-2221 Office Hours: W-F, 9 AM-5 PM Menus: LOWA.org/Amenities/ clubhouse See p. 9 for Hours Community Center: 972-9680 ECC Office: 972-2211 M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM

Amenities Main Marina: 412-6552

Equestrian Center: 972-2238 Fareways Café: 972-2216 M-TH, 8:30 AM-9 PM Fri & Sat, 8:30 AM-10 PM Sun, 8:30 AM-7 PM Fitness Center: 972-9680 Daily 5 AM-11 PM

Golf Pro Shop (Woods Center): Daily 7 AM Reserve a tee time 972-2230 Golf Course: 7:30 AM daily

April 15-May 29, Open Sat/Sun Only 9:30 AM-5:30 PM Maintenance Office: 972-2223 M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM

972-2210 or 972-2020 Tennis: Jim 972-8888 Courts available 6 AM to 11 PM

9.9 Leaf/Brush Area: Daily 7 AM-7 PM Closed Wednesdays

Trash: LOW Compactor Site, 672-9600 M, TU, TH, F, 7:30 AM-7 PM Sat 8 AM-5 PM; Sun 9 AM-5 PM Closed Wednesdays and holidays

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The Board of Directors at its April 1 meeting approved the addition of the last paragraph of Chapter X. WHAT IS THE EFFECT: The change limits jetpack activity on the Main Lake to flyboarding only, and only within a specific safety area in the ski jump/clubhouse dock area, and only with specific written approval of the General Manager, for demonstration or exhibition purposes only.

The regulation is effective immediately.

X. USE OF THE LAKES C. WATER SPORTS ACTIVITIES. 1.

WATER SKIING/TUBING. a.

Skiers or other towed persons shall NOT be permitted to take off from or land on any beach or pier. b.

During High Traffic times (see A. 5.c.) no person shall operate a towing watercraft to pull any person(s) on water skis, tube(s) or similar devices unless there is in/on the watercraft (in addition to the operator) a person actually observing the progress of the person(s) being towed.

This observer must be at least 12 years of age. In the case of PWCs, the observer must be seated backward. At other times towing is permitted without an observer if the watercraft is equipped with a rear view mirror. c.

Ski flag. All watercraft towing skiers or riders on a towable device shall have a Ski Flag readily available. This flag shall be a red or orange flag measuring no less than 12 inches on each side in the shape of a square or rectangle secured to a pole or shaft at least two feet long.

(1) During High Traffic times the ski flag shall be mounted or displayed in such a manner as to be visible from every direction when: (a) A skier is down or a rider has fallen off his/her towable device; or (b) A skier is in the water and preparing to ski.

(2) The ski flag shall not be displayed at any other time.

(3) The use of this flag will not be construed as conferring any rights or privileges on its users. Operators of watercraft in the vicinity will, however, exercise precaution commensurate with conditions indicated. d.

All watercraft operators who tow skiers and floatable devices shall know and ensure their spotters and skiers/riders understand and use a set of hand signals to communicate between the watercraft and the skiers.

Passengers shall remain seated when a watercraft is towing a skier or people on other devices. e.

Skiing and towed activities at greater than No Wake Speed shall be prohibited within one hundred (100) feet of shorelines or in areas marked with “No Wake” buoys and will be confined to the area of the wake zone. f.

At High Traffic Times when two or more skiers/tubers are being towed by one watercraft and one of the skiers fall, the other skier(s) shall drop his or her towline immediately. g.

All persons being towed by watercraft shall wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved (Type I, II or III) flotation device or a Type V flotation device designed for the activity such as a ski vest. Inflatable vests shall not be used for skiing or tubing. The use of flotation belts alone shall only

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be permitted when using “trick skis” while an observer is in the watercraft and it is traveling less than nineteen (19) mph. “Trick and Jump skis” are considered as skis less than forty-four (44) inches in length with no fin. h.

When any towed person falls, the driver shall slow speed to navigate to return to the skier while not entering the path of other watercraft in the immediate area. At High Traffic Times the towing watercraft shall display the skier-down flag. The use of this flag will not be construed as conferring any rights or privileges on its users. Operators of watercraft in the vicinity will, however, exercise precaution commensurate with conditions indicated. Fallen skiers shall, as soon as possible, raise and hold the tip of one of their skis out of the water to an elevated position above their head. i.

No person(s) shall use the Water Ski Jump at LOW unless that person is a member of the LOW Ski Club or under that organization’s instruction and is wearing a helmet approved by USA Water Ski. Only one watercraft shall use the Slalom Course at any one time. Only jump skis and trick skis shall be used over the jump. j.

No person shall operate or manipulate any watercraft, tow rope, or other device by which the direction or locations of water skis, tube, or similar device may be affected or controlled in such a way as to cause the participants to come into contact with any object or person(s). The provisions of this rule shall not apply to contact between two or more persons behind the same watercraft or to contact with the top of the Ski Jump, buoys, or similar objects as normally used in competitive or recreational boating or water skiing. k.

When towing more than one skier or tube, it shall be the responsibility of the driver of the watercraft to ensure the towlines for each skier/tuber is of equal length to all skiers/tubers being towed. l.

Kite tubing and kite boarding are prohibited. m.

Subparts a,c,e,f,g,h, and k above do not apply to boat operators and skiers participating in USA Water Ski sanctioned ski club practices, competitions, or exhibitions. n.

Wake surfing is allowable behind boats propelled by inboard motors. o.

No jetpack vessel activity shall be allowed at LOW, except for flyboarding which is restricted to the Main Lake within a 200-foot safety zone near the ski jump or the Clubhouse dock and only with the prior express written permission of the General Manager and only for demonstration and exhibition purposes.

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You can now sign-up for the 50th Anniversary Run/Walk on May 6 in the Pro Shop. Cost will be $5 (check made out to LOWA or cash). Packet pick-up and preregistration: 5-6 PM on Friday, May 5 at the Woods Center.

Questions: email Ted Ferriter at tferriter04@hotmail.com.

LOWA Needs You!

by John Licata, Member, Nominating Committee If you are qualified, we encourage you to consider declaring yourself a candidate for one of the two positions up for election on the Lake of the Woods (LOWA) Board of Directors.

Do you have: -Experience serving on Boards of Directors for other organizations and/or on LOWA boards or committees?

-Educational and/or experiential management skills?

-Expertise in helping to manage homeowner associations, engineering, landscaping, real estate or Virginia law?

If you feel you are qualified, are a resident ent of LOWA and are willing to serve your community, unity, please consider being a candidate. All candidates are self-nominated.

The Nominating Committee continues to o solicit candidates. The deadline for submitting ing applications is Monday, May 1. If you are interested in running for the LOWA Board of Directors, use the official LOWA Board Application which can be downloaded from our website at LOWA.org. You can also gett a hard copy at the Members Services area in the lower level of the Holcomb Building.

Return the completed application to the attention of the Chair of the Nominating Committee. The petition process can also be used. That deadline is May 15.

April 28, 2017

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Coming Events: April 29 Blessed Assurance Church Golf Tournament, 10 AM Shotgun (All regular play shotguns off at 7:30 AM) May 3 Farm Team Starts - Putting Green, 4-5 PM 4 Sr. League Match -LOWA vs. Culpeper, 9 AM Shotgun 6 50th Anniversary Run/Walk, (Check-in by 7:15), 8 AM Start (Golfers will start play at 9 AM) 10 Divot Diggers (Front 9), 4:30 PM Shotgun 11 Sr. League Match-LOWA vs. Green Hills, 9 AM Shotgun 12 Friday Night Couples Event, 5 PM Shotgun Please also check in the Pro Shop for these tournaments and other events scheduled.

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Patton is a pony breed who grew a little too tall and now qualifies as a horse. We lovingly call him our finest “hony.” Being a pony breed, Patton is famous for the pranks he can sometimes pull on students. If you don’t pay close attention, he may try to rub your leg into the rail just to make sure you’re awake up there. Like all ponies, he loves to test his riders to see exactly who is boss in the ring. A favorite Mr. Patton of all lesson students, Patton is gentle enough to teach a young rider the basics or to carry an experienced rider through a beautiful over-fences course. He is a fantastic trail horse, too! You could set a metronome to his feet as he happily marches through the Wilderness Battlefield trail, enjoying a break from working in the ring. We regularly get student requests for Patton and have to sadly decline some riders so as to not overwork our wonderful gentleman.

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and Chlorophyll-a. A physical properties chart was also discussed showing variable readings in both lakes since July of 2013.

5. Member Comments on Business Agenda. No comments 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. There was no unfinished business.

7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Discussion of Clubhouse Pool/Fitness Center/Outdoor Recreation Complex The Board entered into a brief discussion on the proposed new complex due to limited new information available pending the Town Hall meeting scheduled for this evening. President Morlan mentioned that a Request for Information has been issued to several banks to explore available loan and financing options.

8. Member General Comments Members commented on the need for additional night lighting along Route 601 at the Back Gate area; appreciation of the ID Card initiative; and a recommendation that there be a permanent solution to an appropriate location for the Flat Run Forebay project to effectively mitigate incoming pollution. One member asked for guidance on how to handle specific neighbor issues, and the General Manager will facilitate contact with the Covenants Inspector to see if they can be resolved.

9. Director Comments Directors encouraged members to consider being a candidate for the Board of Directors election this year, and to complete and return the Planning Committee survey on the Pool/Fitness Center complex 10. Scheduled Meetings • Town Hall Meeting on the Clubhouse Pool/Fitness Center/Outdoor Recreation Project: Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at 7 PM in the Community Center.

• Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Saturday, May 6, 2017 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 9 AM. Open Session: 10 AM. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at 2 PM in the Community Center • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Saturday, June 3, 2017 in the Lower Level of the Clubhouse. Executive Session: 9 AM. Open Session: 10 AM. 11. Adjournment Motion by Cumming, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 3:45 PM.

Lake Currents April 28, 2017

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April 19 Minutes from p. 3 Individual: Matt McKenna, Pro Shop Cart and Bag Attendant First Quarter 2017: Individual: Patrick O’Loughlin, IT Coordinator Individual: Melissa Zukowski: Assistant Equestrian Center Operations Manager 3.2 Report of the General Manager, Phil Rodenberg A. Sweetbriar Pool Progress Report Contractor NVblu continues to make good progress on the new pool and is ready to pour the concrete deck.

B. ID Cards for Amenity Access The GM reported progress on plans being developed to issue new LOWA Photo ID cards with a barcode for access to the pool and fitness amenities in time for the summer pool season. The new cards would be required for members ages 5 and older, with the goal of everyone having the new card by July 10th. The costs associated with this program should be available by the end of the week and will draw on unused funds in the Pools account.

C. Other Business Interviews scheduled for April 6 for two firms that bid on the Replacement Reserve Study RFP had to be postponed due to the severe weather event that day and will be rescheduled. Target date for the award of a competitive contract is now May 6, for a final report due in early September.

On April 13, key LOWA Committee representatives and the General Manager met with Bob Picchi of the Blue Ridge Advisory Services Group to discuss the potential for Broadband services in LOW. The group explored objectives for the community and options that could be made available to residents. The study is ongoing as part of the Orange County Broadband Authority task of making broadband available countywide. The Clubhouse outdoor sound system project continues to see progress. It is anticipated the equipment will be ready for use in time for the first concert on Clubhouse point.

3.3 Committee Liaison Reports A. Communications Committee – Text Messaging System President Morlan reported that administration is still gathering information relative to advisability and implementation of adopting a text messaging emergency alert notification system and will keep members informed of their progress.

B. Lakes Committee/Maintenance & Ecology Committee – USDA Goose Roundup The Board, GM and Environmental Resources Manager continue to explore strategies to reduce the Canada goose population and related pollution of our lakes and beaches. Management has taken the issue under advisement and will continue to study the problem.

3.4 Committee Reports: None.

4. PRESENTATION Semi-Annual Lakes Management Implementation Plan Progress Report Environmental Resources Manager Bobby Jones provided the Board with an update of Lakes Management Implementation Program. Topics covered included work completed to date, works in progress, and a brief overview of the state of the lakes as measured by nutrient load of nitrogen, phosphorus

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LAKE OF THE WOODS ASSOCIATION, INC.

April 19, 2017, 7 PM, 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 Carl Clawson Bob Hoh Absent Jeff Johnson

Others Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Linda Brooks, Recorder

May 6 Agenda from p. 2 • 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 9. ADJOURN OPEN SESSION 10. EXECUTIVE SESSION 11. ADJOURN EXECUTIVE SESSION 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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Call to Order President Morlan called the meeting to order at 7:04 PM in the Community Center.

1. OPENING REMARKS President Morlan explained the purpose of the Town Hall meeting tonight was to provide an opportunity for the Board and LOWA members to receive an update on progress made to date by the RRMM Lukmire design team on conceptual designs for a new Clubhouse Pool/Fitness Center/Outdoor Recreation complex, based on the Board of Directors list of “Must-haves” dated March 4, 2017. He provided a brief history of the status and results of early initiatives LOWA has made since 1987 relative to considering an enclosed pool facility.

2. PRESENTATION Architect Greg Lukmire provided a slide presentation overview of the progress made to date on conceptual designs for a new Clubhouse/Fitness Center complex based on the most recent list of required feature elements provided by the LOWA Board of Directors. Key discussion points included obtaining a consensus on the site plan, appropriateness of pool design to accommodate a variety of needs and uses, design of the Fitness Center and Pool building, and aesthetics. Cost restrictions set by the Board and

Jennifer Zukowski, LOWA Secretary

Association News

Special Board of Directors Town Hall Meeting on the Clubhouse Pool/Fitness Center and Outdoor Recreation Complex

estimated operating costs were also given consideration.

Mr. Lukmire requested feedback on two new conceptual designs being proposed and responded to questions from members and the Board.

3. MEMBER COMMENTS Twenty-two members commented on a variety of features in the current conceptual designs and suggested changes. Five members spoke on the necessity for a new facility and the high cost of the project. One member spoke on issues related to the main lake dam.

4. DIRECTOR COMMENTS President Morlan asked each Board member to provide Mr. Lukmire with their opinions on the conceptual plans and offer their suggestions for changes. No motions were made and no votes were taken 5. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, President Morlan adjourned the meeting at 9:24 PM.

April 28, 2017

5K Run/Walk Saturday MAY 6th, Registration 7:15, start 8 AM,

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Pick up registration at Holcomb Building, Pro Shop or Community Center.

Questions? Email Ted Ferriter at tferriter04@hotmail.com

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Association News

Thursday Half-Price Wine Night Friday Night Dinner Specials - $10.50

Spring in to a new you!

Take advantage of the low cost of $100 for an annual membership; a personal trainer is available for an additional fee.

May 6 &13: Call for Specials May 20: Salisbury Steak, Corn, and Mashed Potatoes May 27: Cajun Chicken Alfredo w/ a Salad

Call for daily lunch specials

For more information, call 540-972-9680

The Fitness Committee is hosting an

Open House at the Fitness Center on April 29 from 10 am to 2 pm.

Come and see the Fitness Center!

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Call for f takeout, 540.972.2216

Monday - Thursday: 8:30 AM to 9 PM Friday and Saturday: 8:30 AM to 10 PM Sunday: 8:30 AM to 7 PM

Spring Two Person Team May 20 & 21, 2017 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

Friday Night 9 Hole Couples Event

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

You can Sign-up in the Pro Shop from

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Call the Pro Shop for more information 972-2230

May 12, 2017 - 5:00pm Shotgun Sign up in the Pro Shop or contact Janet Thompson at 972-6758 for more information

LOWA Regular Board Meeting Saturday, May 6, 10 AM, CC

Meet with Board Secretary Jennifer Zukowski Mondays, 9-10 AM, Fareways Café at the Woods Center

April 28-30 Friday Saturday Sunday

Prime Rib or Boom Boom Shrimp Dinner or Chef Special Prime Rib or Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry or Chef Special Chicken Stir Fry

Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Blackened Chicken Alfredo or Chef Special Chicken Marsala or Chef Special Prime Rib, Coconut Shrimp or Chef Special Prime Rib, Chicken Bruschetta, or Chef Special Liver & Onions

Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Tuscan Chicken or Chef Special Bourbon Glazed Flat Iron Steak or Chef Special Prime Rib, Shrimp & Grits, or Chef Special Prime Rib, Chicken Caprese, or Chef Special Happy Mother’s Day Seafood Scampi

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.

May 3-7

50th Anniversary Ad Hoc: 5/1, 1:30 PM, CC Finance: 5/1, 7 PM, CC Fitness: 5/2, 4 PM, CC Safety/Security: 5/3, 3 PM, WC Tennis: 5/8, 4 PM, CC External Affairs: 5/8, 7 PM, CC Community/Youth: 5/8, 7 PM, WC Equestrian: 5/9, 1:30 PM, CC Pools: 5/9, 7 PM, CC Topic: Election for new Chair.

Elections: 5/10, 9 AM, CC Clubhouse: 5/10, 1 PM, CH ECC: 5/11, 8:30 AM, WC Rules: 5/16, 4 PM, CC Lakes: 5/16, 7 PM, WC

May 10-14

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.

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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To make reservations, call the Clubhouse at 972-2221.

Program Schedule Channel 18 is available to Comcast Cable subscribers. Watch for new Amenity Infomercials at the end of most programming

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April 28, 2017

April 28-May 8, 2017 LOWA Town Hall Meeting (April 19) (2:00) [ICON] Open Public Discussion of Clubhouse Pool/Fitness Center/Outdoor Recreation Project 6 AM

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LOWA Regular Board of Directors (April 19 Meeting) (3:00) [ICON] 8 AM

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Notice of Meetings & Events

LOW Community

Friday, April 28 9 AM-5 PM AARP Driver Safety Course (CC). Info: Su 540-208-1914.

10 AM Coffee & Conversation with LOWA Board Members (WC). Info: 972-2214.

10 AM-5:30 PM Book Sale (gently used) at Wilderness Library.

10:30 AM Civil War Study Group Program (LLCH). Info: civilwarstudygroup.org.

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Aerobics

Contact

M, W, F

Church 972-9060

CC

10:30 AM

M, TH

Donna 972-1977

9 AM

TU, TH

Ron 412-2872

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

Square Dancers

LLCH

7:30-9:30 PM

2 / 4 /5 F

Roy/Garnett 804-448-5793 or Mike/Jackie 972-8717

Saturday, April 29 10 AM-2 PM Fitness Center Open House. Info: 972-9680.

10 AM-2 PM Book Sale (gently used) at Wilderness Library.

11 AM Invitational Regatta (CH Point).

7 PM Making Joyful Noise Concert (LOWC). Info: 972-9060.

Square DancersLords & Ladies

LLCH

7:30-9:30 PM

1st/3rd F

Sims 972-3187/Haring 972-1924

Frances 972-5435

Monday, May 1 7 PM LOW Barracuda Swim Team Meeting (LLCH). Info: LOWSwim.org.

Saturday, May 6 10 AM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC). Info: 972-2214.

8 AM 5K Run/Walk at the Woods Center. Info: tferriter04@hotmail.com.

Tuesday, May 9 5 PM OC Board of Supervisors Meeting (Gordon Bldg). Info: orangecountyva.gov.

Wednesday, May 10 7 PM Civic Club Meeting (LLCH).

Info: Pat 540-735-7998.

Thursday, May 11 LOWA Member Services/Holcomb Building Closes at 4 PM. Saturday, May 13 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.

Sunday, May 14 Happy Mother’s Day! To reserve meeting space in all facilities: Woods Center, Community Center, Lower Level Clubhouse, and Sweetbriar Park/ Pavilion, contact Sylvia at 9729680, or see “Forms” at LOWA.org.

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Day

8:30-9:30 AM

HF

Wednesday, May 3 10:30 AM LOWLINC Program (CC).

Info: Sparkle, 1-855-569-5462.

Exercising for Health

Time

LOWC

Horseshoes for Fun

Sunday, May 7 12-4 PM LOW Open House (CH).

Info: Brenda, 972-8117.

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Calendar of Events

SPORTS & EXERCISE (subject to change) Location

Stretch and Flex

nd

John 540-229-7940 th

th

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

Al/Janet 972-3508

Bridge, Wednesday Ladies

WC

9 AM-3 PM

W

Joyce 972-1924

Book Club

Wilderness Lib.

1 PM

2nd W

Alice 972-4782

Book Club at LOW

CC

7 PM

1st/3rd 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

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

Investment Club

WC

7 PM

4th TU

Lee 972-0395

CC

10 AM

W

Sylvia 972-9680 Jan 972-1630

Knitting & Crocheting

$

Litter Pick-up in LOW

All around LOW

9 AM

3rd SA

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

Veterans Club

LLCH

7 PM

4th TH

Dick 308-5507

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

“I need to get to know the membership. Someone’s going to like this, someone is not. I’m going to be looking for the happy medium, where I can please as many people as I possibly can with what we are doing here at the clubhouse.”

To do that, he hopes to try "Everyone here has a updated specials, and other minor adjustments. “The chef is very good vested interest in their with his fish selections,” he said, Clubhouse. I don’t want “and we plan to try some farm-toto walk in and change table offerings.” something right away, and He thinks his first month or two then find out that the majority will involve largely observing, to see of the membership likes that." what works best.

“There are certain standards here that you don’t have at a restaurant in downtown Fredericksburg,” he explained. “Everyone here has a vested interest in their clubhouse. I don’t want to walk in and change something right away, and then find out that the majority of the membership likes that.”

His message to the membership is simply this: “I really look forward to working with everybody. Just wait and see. We are going to WOW you!”

by Marty Caldwell, Pools Committee

It is almost time to start planning for the influx of guests for the summer.

Whether it be children, grandchildren, other relatives or just friends, you and your guests may want to take a dip at one our pools on those hot days. A gentle reminder regarding taking guests to the pool:  The charge for each guest, including family members who do not live in LOW, is $3 for each visit if you pay at the pool.Last year we were successful in getting approved the purchase of short term passes, which will be used again this year. You may purchase a pass as follows: • 10 visits for $25, which reduces the daily fee by 50 cents for each visit; • 20 visits for $40, which reduces the daily fee by $1 for each visit; or • 30 visits for $45, reducing the daily fee by $1.50 for each visit.

Coming Soon: LOWA will unveal a new photo ID with barcode for use at amenities, beginning with the pools and Fitness Center.

These passes must be purchased at the Holcomb Building. The pools do not sell them, and any remaining passes will not carry over to next year.

On another note, the Pools Committee is looking for new members due to ending terms. It is an exciting time, with the opening of our new Sweetbriar Pool next month, and the Clubhouse replacement pool planned to open for the 2019 swim season. If you would like to join our fun and interesting Pools Committee, you will need to submit a completed Committee Membership form which you can obtain by stopping by the Holcomb Building OR by logging in to LOWA.org, select ADMINISTRATION tab, select FORMS, scroll down to OTHER LOWA FORMS and select “Committee Membership.”

Complete the form and drop it off at the Holcomb Building or follow the mailin instructions.

Stop for School Buses When Lights Flashing

Association News

Time for Summer Planning

Clubhouse from p. 1

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Remember, motor vehicles must not pass a stopped school bus that has its lights flashing and stop signs displayed. School bus drivers are attempting to get plate numbers on violating cars, but that is difficult while trying to insure that the children are safe. Members can report these incidents if you see them by filling out a witness form at the Security Building. Let’s protect our youngest members!

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21st Annual Children’s Fishing Tournament

Bluebirds in Lake of the Woods

by Bev Arnold, LOW Resident

Gather your fishing gear and bait buckets for the Lake Youth Foundation’s 21st Annual Children’s Fishing Tournament which will be held Saturday, May 13 from 9 to 11 AM. The event will be held at the front entrance pond for children ages 5 to 14 years old.

Registration began on April 14 and will end May 10. There is limited space available, so please register early. You can register online at https://www. eventbrite.

Photo by Dennis Kramer com/e/21st-annual-childrensJacob Bolls shows off his trophy bass at the fishing-tourna2016 Children’s Fishing Tournament. ment-registration-33383371563. You can also register at lakeyouth.org or on the Lake Youth Foundation’s Facebook page. There will be no registrations taken on the day of the tournament.

Check-in on the day of the tournament will begin at 8 AM. The actual fishing tournament will start at 9 AM and end at 11 AM. Lunch will be served immediately following the tournament for the children that participate in the event and their families. The awards ceremony will start at noon.

The tournament rules and regulations can be viewed at lakeyouth.org.

If your child needs a rod and reel to participate, or if you have any questions, please contact Terry Hileman by phone at 972-8634 or by email at info@lakeyouth.org.

Photo provided

Bluebird house builders and installers, (L-R) are: Dan Greene, Jim Arnold, Roy Strawhun and Glynn Smith.

Spring is definitely here and our eastern bluebirds (and at least one Carolina chickadee) are already making themselves at home in the bluebird boxes on the Lake of the Woods golf course!

In our last article about the bluebird trail, we were grateful for the contributions of the Ladies Golf Association (LGA), the LOW Garden Club, the golf course management and residents Dan Greene, Chris Browning and Bev and Jim Arnold. Now with Glynn Smith acting as the liaison between the LOW Woodworkers Club and Kathy Smith of the LGA, we have even more to be grateful for! In November, the LOW Woodworkers Club, with the financial support of the LGA, built and installed eight cedar bluebird boxes to replace those that could no longer be used. This has truly become a standout community effort. What’s more, with these combined efforts the LOW Bluebird Trail has been sanctioned by the Virginia Bluebird Society as part of their network of bluebird trails. Every week from April through August, trained volunteers monitor each box to observe nests, eggs and young to promote the conservation of eastern bluebirds and other native cavity nesters.

For more information on eastern bluebirds please visit the Virginia Bluebird Society’s webpage at virginiabluebirds.org. Thank you to all of the LOW groups and residents who have come together to support another successful bluebird season!

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LOW Community

by Terry Hileman, Chairman, Children’s Fishing Tournament

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Jim and Michele Purton to Speak to AARP

by Nancy King, Publicity, Ladies Golf Association

by Sharon Webb, Publicity, AARP Chapter 5239

Jim and Michele Purton Make a note to attend the May 15 meeting, where Jim and Michele Purton will be here to talk about Canine Companions for Independence (CCI). They will explain the history of CCI and how their dogs profoundly change the lives of people with disabilities. There will be a short demonstration with their puppy-in-training.

AARP members and visitors are invited to come to the LOWA Clubhouse Monday, May 15 at 9:30 AM for coffee and sweets. Take this opportunity to be with old friends and make new ones and see what the silent auction has for you. The meeting begins at 10 AM. Remember to visit the AARP5239.org website to see issues of the Chapter newsletter, Perspectives, plus additional information about travels and events being planned.

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The 2017 LOW LGA Golf Season is underway. On March 31 we held the annual Spring Luncheon at the LOWA Clubhouse, hosted by Margaret Darby and her outstanding committee. Pro Rea Hargraves and 60 LGA members enjoyed a fried chicken luncheon, a 50/50 raffle and the opportunity to reconnect after a long winter break.

Our April 4 Opening Day Scramble was a great success, with many mixed teams competing for pro shop sweeps. The 2017 Member-Guest Tournament is scheduled for June 6 and 7, with the theme of “Roaring Twenties” as announced by Sheran Marks, Tournament Chair. The sign-up sheet and registration forms will be in the Woods Center Lounge by midApril. It’s not too early to invite your guest.

Arranging foursomes for our 9- and 18-hole groups on two different tees takes a bit of work, so please sign up for Tuesday golf no later than 8:45 AM on the Monday prior to play. Nine-hole Tournament Chair Nancy Horch, along with 18-hole Tournament Chairs Loretta Yurkus and Sharon Debnam, appreciate your cooperation on timely sign up and advance notice if you must cancel.

Reminders: If you didn’t receive your copy of the LGA Booklet at the luncheon, your booklet will be located in a basket on the chest in the Woods Center women’s lounge. Please check your name and other information for accuracy. If you find any errors notify Jeanne Woodward at woodward_ jeanne@hotmail.com. Farm Team will start May 3; contact Nancy King at 972-0984 for more information.

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LOWLINC Speaker Series: Elder Law

Awareness, Action and Support for Veterans

by Elizabeth Arndt, LOWLINC Speaker Series Coordinator

by JD Krob, LOW Anglers

Approximately 20-22 military veterans take their lives every day for a multitude of reasons. The Lake of the Woods Anglers Club, in conjunction with FishingCommunity.org and Ketrick Communities will be hosting a Military Veterans Fishing Event May 6 at the lake.

The intent of this event is to provide a positive, interactive, and fun social experience with our veterans with some good fishing on the side. Veterans from local military hospitals in the Northern Capital Region will be transported to Lake of the Woods for a fun filled day of fishing, and lots of social interaction for veterans, their families and all who attend. Please join in the fun! Your support and assistance are needed!

We kindly ask for your assistance in a variety of ways. You may participate by volunteering on the day of the event, by providing a service, by providing a monetary, tax-deductible donation, or by stopping by and saying, “hello.” Donations can be made via PayPal and credit card on this website: fishingcommunity.org/ncr/ low2017. The donation site is secure, safe and tax deductible!

Detailed information for the event is located on the web at: fishingcommunity.org/ncr/low2017.

For more information on how to support other veteran events please visit FishingCommunity.org. Ketrick Communities is a non-profit, tax exempt, organization - Federal Tax ID # 45-4779580. One hundred percent of all proceeds go to taking our wounded veterans and their families fishing! This event is tax deductible. Please help us support these brave men and women by donating today!

by Pat Licata, President, Civic Club

Please join us at the Civic Club meeting Wednesday, May 10, at 7 PM, in the lower level of the Clubhouse when Sharon Forest and Rich Kunka will share their ideas about a dog park within our community.

On March 4, the Board approved the location of the planned dog park to be the LOWA-owned Life Estates property in the 1400 block of Lakeview Parkway. The project was also approved by the board to be a sanctioned project for the Friends of Lake of the Woods Corporation (FLOW) to receive tax-deductible donations specifically for the dog park.

Sharon Forest and Rich Kunka have taken on the dog park project because they feel there’s a huge need for a space where dogs can run off leash. This need is due to (1) fencing around your home/yard is prohibited in LOW, (2) no sidewalks in LOW, (3) our beautiful parks are all subject to the LOWA on-leash regulations, and (4) the walking trails along the side of some of the roads are not conducive to letting a dog run/play with other dogs. In addition, there are many benefits, the most important being no cars, roller bladers, skateboarders, bikes, etc. likely to be encountered, allowing a stress-free environment.

Sharon and her husband have lived in LOW since 2011. When they realized they had a need for a dog park and were certain there were others in LOW who had the same needs, Sharon began to pursue the dog park project and asked Rich Kunka to join her.

Rick Kunka and his family moved here from Fredericksburg in 2014. His young family loves this community and all it has to offer and wants to make it better by enhancing our surrounding community with a dog park.

This project is in the informational/developmental stages. Anyone interested in helping with the intended goals are invited to join the dog park club.

We invite all dog lovers to come and share your thoughts and ideas. A representative from FLOW will also be at this meeting to answer any questions you may have with regard to the FLOW donation process. We hope to see you there!

by Sharon Forest and Rich Kunka, LOWA Members Come. Sit. Stay.

All dog lovers and interested people who support the planned dog park are invited to a community gathering to hear more about the dog park, share thoughts/ideas and ask questions. A representative from Friends of Lake of the Woods (FLOW) will also answer any questions regarding the FLOW donation/pledge process. We hope to see you there.

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Legal issues often seem to be so complicated or confusing that we neglect dealing with them. Questions arise: Who needs a will, a trust, powers of attorney, or advanced medical directives? Attorney Katherine Charapich’s presentation will aid in understanding estate planning documents that can help provide protection for persons as well as their financial investments. Charapich will h C discuss protecting individuals’ interests and well-being should they e ri n become incapacitated and protecting assets for their care. She will K at he also address ways to ease the transfer of remaining assets to beneficiaries.

A lawyer based in Culpeper, Charapich focuses on estate planning, elder law matters, and business formation and contracts. She obtained her Juris Doctor from the Liberty University School of Law, where she also served as Editor-in-Chief of the Liberty Legal Journal. She earned a reputation for excellence in client service during her 20 years of prior business experience that she continues to build upon in her practice today.

LOWLINC is pleased to offer this free program to all Lake of the Woods residents as part of its Speaker Series. The event will be held Wednesday, May 3, at the LOW Community Center and will begin promptly at 10:30 AM. Please call Sparkle at 1-855-LOWLINC (569-5462) to reserve your spot.

Volunteer Appreciation Month. April has been Volunteer Appreciation Month. The LOWLINC Board of Directors gratefully acknowledges the tremendous work accomplished every day by its corps of 85 volunteers, and also recognizes the contributions of all volunteers in all of LOW’s organizations and clubs who make this community such a great place to live.

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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 urgent needs, contact Dave, 972-2125.

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 May 23. 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.

Human Services Al-Anon Meeting: Every Tues. at 7 PM, LOW Church, Founders Room. Info: Betty, 540-661-2174.

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.

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April 29, Incredible Charity Yard Sale, 8 AM-2 PM, 3503 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg.

Everything, yes everything, is $1.

You will find jewelry, sporting goods, toys, glassware, crafts, clothing, and much more. Proceeds will benefit the beloved critters at Rikki’s Refuge and The Pet Assistance League of Virginia. www.rikkisrefuge.org.

April 28 and 29, The Friends of the Wilderness Library will have a Semi-Annual Book Sale on Friday, April 28 from 10 AM-5:30 PM; and Saturday, April 29, from 10 AM-2 PM. Many lightly used hard backs, paper backs, CD’s, DVDS, and many children books.

Good Time Cruisers Car Show, on the second Saturday of each month, April thru Oct, 5 PM til 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 Norm 540-205-5529 or Stan 412-9854.To check available household items, call Rich 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. Closed for December and January.

Info: Ann, 972-4338; Sherri, 4129854; 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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May 2 and 9, Story Time Tuesdays at the Wilderness Library: 10:15 AM Toddler Time, 1520 minutes of stories, fingerplays, nursery rhymes, and music for children ages 18 months to 3 yrs old with a caregiver.

11 AM Preschool Storytime, 30-45 minutes of stories, action rhymes, music, and crafts for children 3 to 5yrs old with a caregiver. All programs are dropin, individual registration is not required. Info: 854-5310.

May 6-7, Montpelier Wine Festival from 11 AM to 6 PM on Saturday and 11 AM to 5 PM on Sunday. Reserve your table or tent now. Sponsored by OC Chamber of Commerce and The Montpelier Foundation. Fee. More info: montpelierwinefestival.com Lake Joggers Club (new club forming). Calling all joggers in LOW. It’s a new club starting; we meet Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at different locations in the lake. It’s a great way to meet your neighbors and find out who else is kicking up some dirt. I find that jogging with others makes the time go faster and much more enjoyable. So if this is something you think you’d like to do, please call Diane at 540-388-2930.

LOW 50th Anniversary – To help celebrate LOW 50th Anniversary, we are asking for your reason why you like living here. One liners, please! Email to valprotiva@ verizon.net.

LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company – Volunteers Needed! No experience required, training provided. Contact LOWRescueChief29@gmail.com or 540-827-7562 for more information.

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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

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.

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Join local experts to develop the knowledge and skills needed to make a positive difference in the lives of those living or working with individuals experiencing memory loss. Dr. Roddy Kibler, a licensed mental health professional widely known for his innovative approaches to dementia care, and regarded as one of the premier consultants to nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other highly regarded institutional settings.

Also speaking will be Diana Bright, certified dementia practitioner and a recent graduate of Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care training. Bonnie Vermillion is certified by the American Council on Exercise and will share her method of easy, but effective, exercise.

Featured also will be Arlene Carter, author of Dear Caregiver, You Are Not Alone, and the primary caregiver for her mother who suffers from Alzheimer’s. Becky Watson, founder and owner of Music for Wellness, presents an interactive presentation of music therapy.

This event will be held Tuesday, May 9 from 8:30 AM-4 PM (Doors open at 7:30 AM). Daniel Technology Center, Germanna Community College, 18121 Technology Drive, Culpeper VA 22701. $25 registration includes continental breakfast and boxed lunch. For registration please call Kathi at 540-825-3100 ext. 3416.

No Signs on VDOT Right-of-Way Stacy Londrey, Communications Manager for VDOT’s Culpeper District provided this information regarding the posting of signs in VDOT medians and road shoulders:

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by Jan Moore, LOWVAC co-chair

Per Code of Virginia § 33.2-1224, it is illegal to place signs—including those advertising real estate, yard sales, businesses, etc.—in the median and along the shoulders of public roads. Not only do these signs clutter the roadway; they can also become a safety hazard if they are large or are placed in such a way that blocks drivers’ view of the road ahead.

VDOT’s practice is to remove signs as they are discovered and contact the responsible business or individual as a warning. However, by law, VDOT may impose a fine for repeat offenses. Please help keep Orange County safe and beautiful by refraining from posting advertising signs along Route 3.

The Lake of the Woods Visual Arts Council (LOWVAC) joins the celebration of the 50th anniversary of LOW with our production of a coloring book. The book will feature scenes and activities at LOW and will be offered for sale at the LOWVAC annual Art Show and Sale. This year the show is September 16 and 17. For the first time, it will be held at the Community Center.

We want this to be a community book, so we invite you, every one of you, to submit a drawing or photo. Drawings must be 8.5� x 11,� in landscape orientation and in digital JPEG format. Photos that have been digitally converted to line drawings 8.5� x 11,� landscape orientation, will also be accepted. Submissions will be juried and chosen with the intent to make an interesting book; a souvenir for the LOW 50th Anniversary. Deadline for submissions is July 15. Artists will be acknowledged in the book.

Please submit your digitized drawings or converted line art photos to Bob Gibson’s email Bob_Gibson2@msn.com. Questions? Call Pete Brown 704953-4304.

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What is the Youth Academy?

The Youth Academy, to be held July 10-uly 14, is a program developed to enhance the relationship between the Orange County Sheriff’s Office and the youth of our community. The Youth Academy is designed to educate, put students into leadership roles, overcome a confidence course, and instill the importance of teamwork. It is also designed to dispel misconceptions of law enforcement and to give guidance to those interested in a career in the criminal justice field.

What will you learn?

Participants will be given an overview of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, gang awareness, narcotics, alcohol impairment, distracted driving, investigations and crime scene processing, CPR, and gun safety.

Special Participation Highlights:  Tour of Central Virginia Regional Jail.  Receive training in CPR.  Driving course while wearing Fatal Vision goggles.  Team building obstacle courses and rappelling.  Fishing Lake Orange and hiking the Blue Ridge Mountains  And much more.

Who can apply?

The Youth Academy is open to all Orange County youth ages 14 to 18.

For an application and any questions, please contact Deputy John Berry at 540-672-1200; email: jberry@orangecountyva.gov or Sarah Altman at 540672-7204; email: saltman@orangecountyva.gov.

Deadline for applications is noon on June 1.

Greetings All Walkers

by Diane Clauson, Walkers Club

NARFE Luncheon at Peppers Grill

As we all know, walking is good for our health, but walking is so much more. Walking should be your way of life. It truly makes us so much better in every way. Also, walking with your neighbors is just another great benefit j g here in the Lake of the Woods area. It can n be another great way to make friends in our area with h all the great conversations we share.

The Walkers Club walks every Monday, y, Wednesday and Saturday at 9 AM. We walk at various locations in LOW. I alwayss say you got to walk anyway, so why not walk with the Walkers Club. Call Diane Clauson at 540-388-2930, for locations and nd information. Keep moving!

by Cliff Wilks, President, NARFE Chapter 1885

Come to Peppers Grill at 791 Madison Road, Com Culpeper for our May 25 meeting at 12 noon. All Culp meetings of the chapter are open to members, m me their guests and potential members. Author t th Kellie Doyle will speak to us about women K 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 made out to LOW s NARFE. The cost of the buffet meal is $15 NA (including beverages) for each attendee; send (incl your check to NARFE Chapter 1885, PO Box 360, ch Locust Grove VA 22508 so that it is received by us 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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Once again, the Lake Youth Foundation is excited to be extending our scholarship application opportunity to the graduating seniors at Lake of the Woods. We are giving scholarships to seniors who are planning to go to college, a community college, or a trade school. Please note, this scholarship is not just for college-bound students. It is also open to students who plan to attend a trade school.

To qualify for the scholarship, seniors must be from a public school in the Culpeper, Fredericksburg, Orange, or Spotsylvania school systems, or may also have attended a private school, Christian School, or be homeschooled.

GPA must be 2.5 or higher. The applicant must be a resident of Lake of the Woods and have volunteered his/her time and talents to better their community.

The deadline for applications has been extended to Friday, April 28.

You can find our application on our website: lakeyouth.org. You can also get information about our scholarships on Facebook: lake youth foundation.

All applicants are required to complete an interview with the Lake Youth Foundation Scholarship Committee. The interviews will be held in May. The president of the Lake Youth Foundation will call you for the time and date.

There will be a reception in June for winners of the scholarships. Please note again, the deadline is Friday, April 28. If you have any questions, contact: Lois Powell at 972-6513 or email LYF at info@lakeyouth.org.

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by Ruth Hood, Contributing Author Go visit some of these lesser-known beaches to find the spot that suits your family best. To keep our beaches clean and ready for other residents to use, please be an ecology-minded citizen: collect your trash and carry it home for disposal. *There are conflicting accounts about who is buried in this cemeteryâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Native Americans, unknown soldiers from the Civil War, members of the Apperson or Howard families. If anyone can provide further information that would solve this puzzle, please contact the Communications Department at LakeCurrents@LOWA.org.

Everyone living at Lake of the Woods is aware of the beautiful beach at the Clubhouse, but there are other beach areas in local neighborhoods that can also offer relief from the heat. There are â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beachâ&#x20AC;? signs with arrows at each location to guide you to the sites. Seven of those beaches are on the main lake; the eighth is on Keatonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lake in Section 13. You may find a smaller venue that your family will enjoy.

Mt. Pleasant Beach â&#x20AC;&#x201C; From Lakeview Parkway, turn toward the lake on Mt. Pleasant Drive in Section 1. The beach is on the left. The sandy beach and the grassy area are wide and bordered on both sides by evergreen trees. There are three tables under canopies for picnicking.

Skyline Beach â&#x20AC;&#x201C; From Lakeview Parkway, turn into Beachside Circle in Section 1, left onto Edgehill Drive, and right onto Skyline Road (follow it around the bend to the left). The beach is on the right. The sandy beach and the grassy area are wide and bordered on both sides by shade trees. There are two tables under canopies for picnicking.

Pleasant Grove Beach â&#x20AC;&#x201C; From Lakeview Parkway, turn onto Happy Creek Road in Section 3, then right onto Pleasant Grove Road. The beach is on the left. The sandy beach and the grassy area are wide and bordered on both sides by trees. There are two tables under canopies for picnicking.

Edgemont Beach â&#x20AC;&#x201C; From Lakeview Parkway, turn onto Edgemont Circle in Section 5 and follow it down to the lake. The sandy beach and the grassy area are wide and bordered on both sides by shade trees. There is one table under a canopy in the grassy area and another uncovered table at the lake edge for picnicking.

Ramsay Beach/Cemetery Beach â&#x20AC;&#x201C; From Lakeview Parkway, turn onto Harrison Circle in Section 7, then turn right onto Ramsay Road. The goodsized parking area for the beach is on the right. There is an extensive grassy area that could accommodate sports games, part of which is shaded by oak trees. There are eight picnic tables and four grills available for use for picnicking, several benches along the waterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edge, plus a porta-potty. An area near the parking lot is roped off to preserve a cemetery.* Cornwallis Beach â&#x20AC;&#x201C; From Lakeview Parkway, turn onto Constitution Boulevard in Section 8; at the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tâ&#x20AC;? intersection, turn right onto Cornwallis Avenue, pass Flat Run. The good-sized beach is on the left. The sandy beach and the grassy area are wide and bordered on both sides by trees.

There are three tables under canopies for picnicking. There is also a portapotty at this location. A historical marker has been placed at this beach which shows the activities that took place on this spot during the Civil War. As you view the information, remember that the lake was not here in Civil War times.

Harperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ferry Beach â&#x20AC;&#x201C; From Lakeview Parkway, turn onto Harperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ferry Drive in Section 11 toward the lake, the wide, sandy beach is at the end of the road on the right. It has a grassy area for play or sitting and is bordered on both sides by trees. There are two tables under canopies for picnicking.

Cumberland Beach â&#x20AC;&#x201C; From Lakeview Parkway, turn away from the lake on Mt. Pleasant Drive in Section 13. Turn left onto Birdie Street; turn left onto Westover Parkway, and make an immediate right onto Cumberland Circle.

The parking lot is located on the right. There is a nice sandy beach with a long view of Keatonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lakeview, a table under a canopy for picnicking, plus a porta-potty.

The rules are the same at all beaches: ď&#x201A;ˇď&#x20AC; Swim at your own risk/no lifeguard on duty ď&#x201A;ˇď&#x20AC; No pets on beach sand, except service dogs ď&#x201A;ˇď&#x20AC; No loud music ď&#x201A;ˇď&#x20AC; No fishing from beaches ď&#x201A;ˇď&#x20AC; Beaches closed from 10 PM until 7 AM ď&#x201A;ˇď&#x20AC; No diving from beach ď&#x201A;ˇď&#x20AC; Children must be supervised by an adult ď&#x201A;ˇď&#x20AC; Loud or offensive behavior is not permitted ď&#x201A;ˇď&#x20AC; No overnight parking ď&#x201A;ˇď&#x20AC; Feeding of all wildlife is prohibited

Special Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Tribute at Ellwood Manor:

Friends of Wilderness Battlefield Press Release

On Sunday, May 14, please join us as we read aloud from letters written

by Civil War soldiers to their mothers, wives, and grandmothers as a special Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day tribute. Readings will take place at 11 AM and 2 PM. The programs will last about 30 minutes.

Visitors can enjoy live Civil War era music played by Evergreen Shade, who will perform after each program from 11:30 AM to 2 PM and again from 2:30 PM to 4 PM. The house will be open from 10 AM to 5 PM. Friends of Wilderness Battlefield volunteer interpreters will be available to talk with visitors and answer questions.

Light refreshments will be provided throughout the day. The event is free and open to the public.

Ellwood Manor is a circa 1790 house within Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park. The cemetery contains the grave of Confederate General â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stonewallâ&#x20AC;? Jacksonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s amputated arm from the Battle of Chancellorsville, and the house was a Federal headquarters during the Battle of the Wilderness. Ellwood Manor is owned by the National Park Service.

Friends of Wilderness Battlefield are pleased to steward the property in partnership with the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park.

For more information or directions, please visit us at fowb.org.

Ellwood Manor is located off Hwy 20, about 7/10 of a mile from the intersection of Route. 3 and Route 20.

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Looking for an activity that gives you time to spend with friends every day and hours and hours in the pool this summer? Join the Lake of the Woods Barracudas Swim Team and spend your summer vacation in the water instead of in the air conditioning. Parents and grandparents of children between the ages of 5 and 18, give your kids a lifetime of memories by signing them up for a team sport that can be an activity they will enjoy for the rest of their lives. Practices are held four times a week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday) with six swim meets before our Division Championships in August. Little (and big) swimmers have the opportunity to be a part of a team and still have the opportunity to set individual records at our, and competitors’, pools.

Join the LOW Barracudas Swim Board and coaches at the first meeting of the 2017 Summer Swim Season on May 1 at 7 PM in the lower level of the clubhouse. There will be an opportunity to purchase uniforms and other apparel as well as ask questions of the coaches and other swim team parents. Come and find out more about the many volunteer positions available for meets; events that require the entire team to succeed.

Please keep in mind that registration will only be accepted online this year, so please register online prior to the meeting if you would like to pay by cash or check at the meeting. But if you miss the meeting, don’t worry.

Registrations will be accepted up to June 12 and payment can be made online by credit card or dropped off with a member of the board. Please visit us at lowswim.org for registration fees. Remember, there is a discount for registering multiple family members. Just click on Register Online for details.

How about some food pairings for the coming spring and summer? I love pairing wines with food – you really don’t have to, but a great pairing complements the wine and the food! Warm spring and early summer days usually call us to fire up the outside grill and encourage thoughts of lighter foods.

If you enjoy a great salad, especially with grilled chicken or shrimp, you might want to try the following wines, not usually widely known: Torrontés (pronounced torr-ron-tez). Two countries produce most of this dry white wine type – Argentina and Uruguay. Characteristically, the wines have low acidity, with pleasant lemony and floral flavors. They are very reasonably priced, starting at $7.50 a bottle. Chill prior to serving.

Picpoul de Pinet (pronouced Peek Pool de Peenay). Another great dry white wine, this time from the Languedoc region of south-central France.

Bold citrus flavors and bright acidity make this wine a perfect pairing with seafood. It is a great alternative to Sauvignon Blanc, with less grassiness and herbal flavors. Prices range from $8 to $10 a bottle. Chill only two hours prior to serving.

Colombard and Ugni (pronounced oonyee) Blanc. Colombard originates from Gascony in France, while Ugni Blanc originates from the Charantais region of France. However, both wine types are now made in many countries, including Australia, and California. What wonderful dry white wines! Great with a mixed herbed green salad, especially when Chévre or blue cheese is added! They possess flavors of honey, stone fruits (yellow peaches and plums), citrus, and vanilla. Again, chill only two hours. Prices are around $10 a bottle.

As for red wines (dry and somewhat sweet) here are some suggestions: German Dornfelder. This is a perfect match for lighter meats and cheeses. A great, easy-drinking, slightly sweet, red wine from central and southern Germany. These possess nice velvety textures, with aromas of summer flowers, good acidity, and flavors of cherries, blackberries, and ripe plums. Higher-quality Dornfelder wines are slightly floral, and often show flavors of plums, blackberries or cherries, and slightly oaked. Prices range from around $9 to $14 a bottle. Put a chill on them and enjoy!

Pinot Noir. I know, this is NOT a new wine.

But did you know red Burgundy wines are made from Pinot Noir? They are very expensive, but great “Pinots” are found in California, Oregon, Washington State, Argentina, and New Zealand. What a versatile red wine!

Their low tannins are more easily tolerated by even the newest dry red wine drinker. This is a very supple, perfumy, and quite complex wine.

It is ideal for serving with grilled salmon, ham, chicken, or pork chops. Prices are as low as $9 a bottle!

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Lake Currents April 28, 2017

LOW Community

The Library of Congress presents films at the Packard Campus of the National Audio-Visual Conservation Center. All Packard Campus programs are free, at the theater located at 19053 Mt. Pony Rd. in Culpeper, VA. No reservations required. 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. For general Packard Campus Theater information, call (540) 827-1079 ext. 79994 or (202) 707-9994. For further information on the theater and film series, visit loc.gov/avconservation/theater. In case of inclement weather, call the theater information line no more than three hours before showtime to confirm cancellations.

Saturday, May 6 (7:30 PM) The Best of the Marty Stuart Show (RFD-TV, 2008-2014) Grammy-Award -Winning country music singer-songwriter Marty Stuart’s RFD-TV Series ran from 2008 to 2014. The program was part of the hundreds of hours of historic country-music footage, recordings and other audio-visual materials from Mary Stuart’s vast collection that was acquired by the Library of Congress last year. Highlights from the series was compiled

by Packard Campus Video Preservation Specialist Bill Rush and features regulars Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives, Connie Smith, Leroy Troy and Eddie Stubbs. Guests include Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Roger McGuinn, Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Charley Pride, Sturgill Simpson, Tanya Tucker, Martina McBride, Emmylou Harris, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Justin Townes Earle, Del McCoury Band, Cowboy Jack Clement, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Stuart Duncan, Old Crow Medicine Show, Randy Travis, Lynn Anderson, Ray Price, John Prine, Wanda Jackson, Mel Tillis, Roland White, James Burton, Pig Robbins, Manuel, and Earl Scruggs.

Wednesday, May 10 (7:30 PM) SOLD OUT- Marty Stuart Presents Roger McGuinn (Live) Multiple Grammy-Award -Winning country music singer-songwriter Marty Stuart will be joined by Roger McGuinn, frontman of the rock group “The Byrds,” for an evening of music and dialogue as part of the ongoing “Marty Stuart Presents …” concert series at the Packard Campus Theater. The evening will include an in-depth conversation about McGuinn’s music conducted by Marty Stuart, and the two will also provide a musical performance. The event is free and open to the public and tickets are required for entry. Tickets can be reserved at http://www.rogermcguinn.eventbrite.com/ beginning Friday, April 14. These concerts are made possible by the Library of Congress National Audio-Visual Conservation Center and the Marty Stuart Congress of Country Music.

Thursday, May 11 (7:30 PM) A Mighty Wind (Warner Bros., 2003) Folk musicians of the 1960s era are the subject of this mockumentary directed by Christopher Guest. Guest, along with fellow This is Spinal Tap stars Michael McKean and Harry Shearer portray the earnest trio The Folksmen, reuniting for a tribute performance for a recently deceased concert promoter. Also on the bill are the perky New Main Street Singers and former lovebirds Mitch & Mickey (Eugene Levy and Catherine O’ Hara). Every song featured in the film was written by members of the cast or by Guest’s longterm musical collaborator, C.J. Vanston. A Kiss at the End of the Rainbow, which was composed for the film by McKean and wife Annette O’Toole, was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song, while the title song “A Mighty Wind,” won a Grammy Award for Best Song Written for a Motion Picture, Television or Other Visual Media.

Friday, May 12 (7:30 PM) White Zombie (United Artists, 1932) Bela Lugosi in one of his most distinctive roles stars as Murder Legendre, the owner of a sugar mill in Haiti who controls an army of zombie workers.

When Legendre becomes captivated by a young bride-to-be (Madge Bellamy) visiting a neighboring estate, he uses black magic to make her his own. This eerie, low-budget chiller is considered to be the first Hollywood production to feature zombies. The print is a recent restoration by UCLA Film & Television Archive with funding provided by The Packard Humanities Institute. It will be introduced by film historian and author John McElwee whose latest book, The Art of Selling Movies,” was published in February 2017. Also on the program is the 1932 comedy short “The Dentist” starring W. C. Fields.

Friday, April 28 (7:30 PM) The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai across the 8th Dimension (20th Century-Fox, 1984) “A state-of-the-art spaceship flying at the speed of light without narrative coordinates, ‘Buckaroo Banzai’ is the very oddest good movie in many a full moon,” is how Time magazine film critic Roger Corliss described this sci-fi adventure comedy, produced and directed by W. D. Richter. Peter Weller stars as the multi-talented Buckaroo Banzai – a neurosurgeon, nuclear scientist, and rock ‘n’ roller, who is called upon save the world from a hostile extraterrestrial invasion. The rather loose plot serves as backdrop for a series of bizarrely humorous set pieces, parodying both classic and contemporary sci-fi films. The cast of this cult favorite includes John Lithgow, Ellen Barkin and Jeff Goldblum.

Saturday, April 29 (2 PM) Peter Pan (Universal, 2003) Australian director P. J. Hogan (“My Best Friend’s Wedding”) co-wrote and directed this adaptation of the classic play and novel by J. M. Barrie. Film critic Roger Ebert praised the American-British-Australian production writing: “[Hogan] stays closer to the J.M. Barrie book and also closer to the book’s buried themes, which are sidestepped by most versions of ‘Peter Pan.’ This expensive new production, shot in Australia, is not simply a riot of pretty pictures, but begins with a Neverland that seems overgrown and pungent -more like Louisiana than Middle-earth.” Jeremy Sumpter stars as Peter Pan with Rachel Hurd-Wood as Wendy and Jason Isaacs and Olivia Williams as Mr. and Mrs. Darling.

Saturday, April 29 (7:30 PM) Timecrimes (Magnolia Pictures, 2007 R-rated *) Everyman Héctor (Karra Elejalde) is tricked into entering a large mechanical device that turns out to be an experimental time machine, setting in motion a horrifying chain of events when he inadvertently runs into himself. Spanish filmmaker and Academy Award nominee Nacho Vigalondo (for the 2003 short film 7:35 in the Morning) wrote, directed and costars in this low-budget science fiction thriller - his feature film debut. Well-crafted, with dark humor and bizarre twists, the film is in Spanish with English subtitles. *No one under the age of 17 will be admitted without a parent or guardian.

Thursday, May 4 (7:30 PM For Your Consideration (Warner Independent, 2006) The camera follows a trio of actors during production of “Home for Purim,” a low-budget drama set in the mid-1940s American South, as rumors circulate that their performances are generating Oscar buzz in the entertainment industry. Director Christopher Guest co-wrote this mockumentary comedy with Eugene Levy and both appear in the film along with Catherine O’ Hara, Harry Shearer, and Parker Posey as the three affected thespians. Catherine O’Hara won a Best Supporting Actress Award from the National Board of Review for her role as would-be Oscar nominee Marilyn Hack.

Friday, May 5 (7:30 PM) To Sir With Love (Columbia, 1967) Sidney Poitier stars as Mark Thackeray, a new teacher at a run-downschool in the slums of London’s East End whose rowdy students drove their last teacher to resign. James Clavell directed the modestly budgeted production that scored big at the box office, and adapted the screenplay from E.R. Braithwaite’s novel of the same name. The film’s title song To Sir With Love, performed by teenaged Scottish singer Lulu making her film debut, was Billboard magazine’s No. 1 pop single for that year. This screening is in recognition of National Teacher Appreciation Week.

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Lake Currents April 28, 2017

The supervisors approved Orange County’s FY 17-18 budget and calendar year 2017 tax rates at the April 11 meeting. Real estate and personal property tax rates did not change so you should not see any increase in real estate taxes unless there was some home improvement that increased your assessment. Automobile taxes should change only to the extent that the blue book value of your vehicle changed, and the amount of state-provided car tax relief, to be determined later this year.

The biggest changes in the budget, as I mentioned before, were increases for public safety and health and welfare. The school budget as recommended by the County Administrator was less than budgeted for last year but more than the anticipated expenditure for this year. Because there was a one-time jump in the required jail funding, the supervisors decided to use a portion of reserves to fund that requirement. As a result, the supervisors were able to increase funding for the schools to cover known increased requirements for health insurance, contributions to the Virginia Retirement System and step salary increases. Therefore, the school budget increased slightly.

During discussions on the school budget, comments were made that we should fund schools instead of the jail. That is not an option. Orange County participates in the Central Virginia Regional Jail as one of five counties that uses and funds this jail. Based on the county’s share of jail usage, we are obligated to pay our share of its expenses. The county’s representative on the jail board works with the other counties to set policies and budgets to make the jail operation as efficient as possible.

For a long time, the supervisor’s perception of social services was that it was a state function that the county partially funds. As a result of a state review of social services, it became very clear that this was a county function under the responsibility of the supervisors. The county has integrated social services as a department of county government and integrated functions such as finance, personnel and information technology into ongoing county operations. Some of the health and welfare increase was to improve staffing, but the major cost increase was to fund child services.

I mentioned in a recent letter that the state inspection of the animal shelter had identified areas of paint and flooring deterioration that required correction. The significantly less-expensive temporary fixes to these problems were re-inspected and there were no significant findings for the facility. The county will begin to prepare a project for inclusion in the Capital Improvement Program to be considered by the supervisors.

The supervisors regularly approve proclamations for various activities and causes. Recently we approved a proclamation to declare April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Given the number of abuse and neglect cases that come before our court system, this is a significant problem in our county.

The proclamation calls for citizens, community and faith groups, medical providers and businesses to participate in efforts to support families and thereby help prevent child abuse and neglect. The proclamation can be read on the April 11 agenda on the county website.

If you have questions about county government or want to let me know your feelings on specific issues, you can contact me at leeframe@ orangecountyva.gov.

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DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant.

540-229-9999.

DECK STAINING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

DONAHUE HOME Improvements - Additions, sunrooms, screen porches, bath remodels, docks, decks, bulkheads.

Over 30 years experience. We do it all and do it well! 540-220-2764.

DRIVEWAY PAVING, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

DRIVEWAY REPAIR and Resealing, call Johnny B. Quick and save money at 540-903-5369.

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.

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.

GRASSHOPPER YARDWORK - It’s that time of year again and we are ready to take care of all your grass cutting needs. We are familyowned and operated, and have been LOW residents for 15 years.

We offer a free fair estimate. Please call Kelly or Lisa at 540-412-9991.

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, 9724326.

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.

HOUSE CLEANING! My name is Hope Wilder and my Cleaning Services include deep cleaning your entire home as well as organizing, laundry, dishes, trash, etc. I charge $15/hour. Feel free to contact me anytime via email at hopewilder@ yahoo.com or phone at 540-5389503. iPAD iPHONE WINDOWS - Need Help? One-on-One Instruction; House Calls in LOW; Patient instruction for device, apps, and software; Conquer your technology! Christine 540-940-7559.

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.

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.

M.A.N.’s DRYWALL and HOME Improvement- Drywall, painting, framing, trim, doors, flooring, light electrical and plumbing. Interior Build-out, Additions/Basements/ Decks, Kitchen/Bathroom remodels.

Leaf and yard debris removal, gutter cleaning, snow removal.

Old work or new, we can do it all.

Show me a written contract by a licensed contractor and I’ll beat their price. All work guaranteed for one year. Licensed and Insured.

Please contact Mark (owner) at 540845-1816. Thank you and have a blessed day.

MAID FOR YOU - Professional cleaning service. References upon request. 25 years experience. Www. maid-4-u.com. Dianne, 540-2722201.

MARVIN TREE Expert - Tree Removal, Mulch, and Garden Tuneup. Insured. 540-219-5011.

MOVING - DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999.

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, Call Logan at Johnny B. Quick, 540903-5473.

NOTARY SERVICES – LOW. On-site, will travel. Sherri Lahay Lasover, 540-412-9854 or 202-2888564.

PAINTING- PIONEER Painting: 30 years in business, licensed and insured, A+ rating on Angie’s List.

Call 540-220-8439 for free estimate.

PAINTING/STAINING, Interior/ Exterior. Drywall Repairs. Ask Luke Zello, Often Imitated Never Duplicated, 540-406-3589.

PETSITTING - EXPERIENCED Animal lover available to babysit your special family member.

References available. 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.

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.

For Sale 2000 BENNINGTON “fish and play” 22 ft PONTOON Boat with a 90HP motor. It has a dressing room, live well, depth finder, radio and ice chest. Also has a winter cover and I had summer covers made for it. Maximum people:13.

Included are:13 life preservers, one ski, trickle charger, pull toys, a thermostatic controlled bubbler so you don’t have to haul it out during winter months. It will pull a water skier. The battery was new last year, Call 972-6072.

FREE CHEST Freezer. Must pick up. 301-906-4442.

GRUMMAN 15’ CANOE - Eagle Square Stern Aluminum. $250. Klein 540-388-4128.

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 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.

MARINA Part-Time Attendants and Lead Attendant. Attendants needed to pump fuel, maintain and requisition supplies, cashier and maintain daily sales. Prior to Memorial Day hours of operations are 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM on weekends. Summer hours extended to include Tuesday-Friday from 12-7 PM. Must be at least 16 years old.

MAINTENANCE. Full-Time Custodian. Responsible for keeping assigned building clean and pleasant for workers and residents. The majority of work is performed in LOW facilities and common areas. Some prior experience is preferred.

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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Wanted LOOKING for PT PERSONAL Assistant in LOW. Perfect flexible job for college student or stay-athome mom. Some organizing, light office work, light housekeeping, and small personal errands. Email Staci at stacimarz@yahoo.com, for more information.

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NURSE AIDE COURSE. $695 includes tuition, books, PPD, background check. Next Start Date: June 5, 2017. Info: 703-402-2509.

PIER AVAILABLE for rent $75/mo through September. 301-906-4442.

Wi-Fi available at the Holcomb Building, Woods Center, Clubhouse and Community Center.

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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.

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-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.

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