May 1, 2007 Volume XVII, No. 4
Community Association, Inc. 44025 Courtland Drive Ashburn, VA 20147
INSIDE: Look for new features for Village Kids & Seniors
The Villager FitQuest is Back! Join us on Saturday, May 19 from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. for fun and PRIZES. See page 22 for more information.
Inside for May Monthly Departments President’s Report .......................... 3 Board Briefs .................................... 4 Lakeshore Condo News ................ 10 Community Policing Corner .......... 13 Around the Village ......................... 18 Pavilion News ................................ 23
Featured Information Inside the Village ............................ 7 Update on Facilities & Grounds ...... 9 Getting to Know . . . ...................... 11 Lot-by-Lot FAQs ............................ 19 Village Kids ................................... 20 Young at Heart – Village Seniors ... 28 Outdoor Pool Schedule ................. 37
Articles The Library Corner ......................... 14 Housing Report ............................. 30 The Critter Corner .......................... 31 Cattails ......................................... 33
Here’s the Ashburn Village AquaJets Team. Interested in joining? See page 36 for more information.
It’s Pool Season Again! The outdoor pools open on May 26 at 11:00 a.m. and close at 8:30 p.m. The summer pool hours can be found on page 37.
Community News & Information Homeowner Board Members ........... 4 Association Staff ............................. 5 Committee Meeting Dates ............... 5 Disclosure Package Information ...... 8 Lot-by-Lot Inspection Information .... 8 Child Safety Seat Installations ...... 13
Advertising Classified Advertising .................... 38 Advertiser Index ............................ 46
Staff Editor: Melissa Flewellyn • Volunteer Editor: Meg Carlson PRESORTED STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Dulles, VA Permit No. 056
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The Ashburn Villager
President’s Report PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Richard Nutwell President 2006–2007 Board of Directors
Effective communication with homeowners concerning the many “things” happening in and around the Village continues to be one of our paramount objectives as a Board. Obviously The Villager is a primary way to effectively communicate. We plan to expand both its utility and functionality, and hope you are noticing changes designed to accomplish this goal. For this report I will provide the status of the interchange proposed for the intersection of Ashburn Village Boulevard & Route 7, and highlight the new contracts with WTS to manage the Sports Pavilion and operate the pools for the summer. It is our understanding that discussions and meetings are occurring between the interchange builder, Miller and Smith, the County and the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). Mr. Bill May, the action officer for Miller and Smith, provided an informative briefing to homeowners at the February Board of Directors (BOD) meeting, and has indicated his intention of providing us with an update as soon as meaningful
information is available. When the date of Bill’s next briefing is established, we will publicize this information. He is shooting for the May meeting. We recently signed a new three year contract with WTS, the contractor which manages our Sports Pavilion in such a professional manner. I want to extend my thanks to all who participated in the process. This includes senior staff at the Ashburn Village Community Association, a “blue ribbon” committee composed of Village residents with extensive expertise in contract negotiation and administration, our own Budget and Finance Committee, and the contract team from WTS. But most of all I want to thank the dedicated team at the Sports Pavilion for their day-in and day-out exhibition of excellence in welcoming us, training our bodies, providing numerous programs for our use, etc. I will not try to mention their names (because I would inadvertently leave one out) but you know who they are. I ask homeowners to take a minute, as you rush to your exercise program, to thank a staff member or two for their great work. In addition, we have just signed a contract with WTS to operate all the Village swimming pools for the summer. Additional information on this will be provided in future editions of The Villager and other forums. Well neighbors, it’s early April and as I am typing this report it is 35 degrees outside. Hopefully by the time you get this issue, Spring will really be here and Ashburn Village will be alive with joggers, walkers, bike riders and the beautiful vegetation that make this neighborhood such a wonderful place for us to call home.
The Villager is changing! Have any ideas for articles or other information that you’d like to see in The Villager? Please send your ideas to avca@ashburnvillage.org. The Villager is published monthly by the Ashburn Village Community Association, Inc., for the residents of Ashburn Village.
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Board of Directors
Board Briefs
Richard Nutwell, President rnutwell@ashburnvillage.org
The March 27, 2007 regularly scheduled monthly meeting of the Board of Directors was called to order at 6:03pm by Board President Richard Nutwell.
2006–2008 Term
Dorothy Shannon, Vice President dshannon@ashburnvillage.org 2005 –2007 Term
Staci Harvey, Secretary – Declarant David Austin, Treasurer (703) 729-0832 residence daustin@ashburnvillage.org 2006–2008 Term
Robert “Tuck” Brant, Declarant Jennifer Horvath jhorvath@ashburnvillage.org 2005 –2007 Term
Perry Immerman pimmerman@ashburnvillage.org
Among other business: • Received the monthly community policing report. • Approved the Board meeting minutes of February 27, 2007. • Rescinded the violation for property maintenance of 44088 Gala Circle. • Approved legal action for unaddressed property maintenance issues at 44128 Tippecanoe Terrace. • Approved legal action for unaddressed property maintenance issues at 21011 Coburn Terrace.
2006–2008 Term
• Did not approve variance requested for landscaping at 20886 Killawog Terrace.
Carl Levine clevine@ashburnvillage.org
• Waived violation assessment for 44066 Gala Circle.
2006–2008 Term
Rick Clements rclements@ashburnvillage.org 2007 Term
Need to contact the Board? Email messages can be sent to bod@ashburnvillage.org
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Board Meeting Information The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Directors will be held at 6:00 p.m. on May 22, 2007 at the Lakes Recreation Center, 44078 Cheltenham Circle. An agenda is posted on the website, www.ashburnvillage.org and at both the Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion and AVCA office on Courtland Drive at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting. Homeowners with Board business should arrive in time to sign in and will be asked to adhere to a 3-minute speakers limit. Contact the AVCA office at (703) 723-7910 if you have any questions.
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Ashburn Village Community Association, Inc. (703) 723-7910 Direct ~ (703) 478-8583 Fax www.ashburnvillage.org 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Association Staff Martin Graves, x101 Director of Facilities & External Operations mgraves@ashburnvillage.org Melissa Flewellyn, x103 Director of Administration & Internal Operations mflewellyn@ashburnvillage.org Connie Waters, x102 Resident Services Manager cwaters@ashburnvillage.org Monica Stevens, x100 Member Services Coordinator mstevens@ashburnvillage.org Jill Thompson, x104 Covenants Administrator jthompson@ashburnvillage.org Maggie Graham, x107 Covenants Assistant mgraham@ashburnvillage.org Crishana Loritsch, x109 Covenants Assistant cloritsch@ashburnvillage.org Julie Serone, x123 Accountant jserone@ashburnvillage.org Whitney May, x124 Accounts Payable & Receivable wmay@ashburnvillage.org Mike Roberts, x105 Facilities & Grounds Manager mroberts@ashburnvillage.org Steve Ward, x106 Asst. Facilities & Grounds Manager sward@ashburnvillage.org Joe Godbold Facilities & Grounds Assistant Anthony Brown Facilities & Grounds Assistant Steven Bates Facilities and Grounds Assistant May 1, 2007
Committee Meetings Check Village message boards for any last minute changes and for important information. Message boards are located on Ashburn Village Boulevard at the Waxpool entrance of the Village near Fultonham Circle (northbound lane) and at the Rt. 7 entrance to the Village at Courtland Drive (southbound lane), as well as near the pool areas of the Mills, Lakes, and Woods Recreation Centers.
Upcoming Meetings Board of Directors (BOD) Tuesday, May 22, 6:00 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle
Architectural (AERC) Tuesday, May 1, 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, 6:00 p.m. AVCA Office, Courtland Drive
Budget & Finance (B&FC) Wednesday, May 16, 6:30 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle
Competitive Swimming Committee (AVCSC) Monday, May 14, 7:30 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle
Facilities & Grounds (F&GC) Monday, May 14, 6:00 p.m. Mills Recreation Center, Grottoes Drive
Lakes & Ponds (L&PC) Wednesday, May 16, 7:00 p.m. Mills Recreation Center, Grottoes Drive
Neighborhood Watch (NHW) Wednesday, May 9, 6:30 p.m. AVCA Office, Courtland Drive
Recreation and Community Events (R&CEC) Wednesday, May 2 Contact Cam Miller/ AVSP (703) 729-0581
Tennis (AVTC) Wednesday, May 9, 7:00 p.m. Call the AVCA office for more information 5
Board Briefs (cont’d from page 4)
• Assessed the homeowner of 43861 Chloe Terrace for a vehicle policy violation. • Assessed the homeowner of 44049 Gala Circle for a trash policy violation.
• Approved the Memorandum of Understanding of the draft of 11/18/06 between the AVCA, Loudoun Soccer, Ashburn Soccer, and Eastern Loudoun Lacrosse for improvement of Fincastle and Mills Fields. • The Board took a brief recess at 8:20pm. • The Board reconvened into session at 8:27pm.
• Assessed the homeowner of 44009 Florence Terrace for a trash policy violation. • Assessed the homeowner of 20959 Calais Terrace for a trash policy violation. • Assessed the homeowner of 20963 Calais Terrace for a trash policy violation. • Assessed the homeowner of 44150 Allderwood Terrace for a trash policy violation. • Assessed the homeowner of 21085 Mossy Glen Terrace for a trash policy violation.
• Received the AVSP Management report from Mal Owen, AVSP General Manager. Natalie O’Farrell and Marco Chavez provided additional information. • Approved use of 3 lanes in the AVSP outdoor pool on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 3 lanes in the AVSP indoor pool on Mondays and Fridays from 6:30pm to 8:30pm for Aqua Jets Swim Team practices during the summer swim team season. However, a number of lanes will be reduced accordingly based on the number of swimmers that actually appear for each practice.
• Assessed the homeowner of 44101 Rising Sun Terrace for a property maintenance violation.
• Approved use of the indoor pool on the above mentioned dates and times by the Ashburn Elementary CASA Program.
• Assessed the homeowner of 20844 Cardiff Court for a property maintenance violation.
• Tabled until next Board Meeting, discussion of the Ashburn Village Pool Rules.
• Subjected to further review the application for exterior change to 20844 Cardiff Court.
• Approved Swimming Guidelines to be effective immediately and that they be posted at all Ashburn Village pools.
• Assessed the homeowner of 21212 Andreas Court for no exterior change application. • Received the Board President’s report.
• Approved Multi-Day Guest Pass Pricing proposed increase in the 3-day guest pass to $20 and the 7-day guest pass to $40 for access to the Sports Pavilion, and that this policy go into effect April 1, 2007.
• Received the Board Treasurer’s report. • The Board adjourned at 10:10pm • Received the Director of Administration & Internal Operations report. • Approved establishment of the 4th of July as the standing date for the Volunteer Appreciation event. The event shall be held at the Lakes Recreation Center with the pool closing to the pubic at 4:30pm, the event beginning at 5:00pm, and the pool closing for the evening 30 minutes prior to the start of the fireworks. • Approved continued permission for the daycare centers to use the pools as they have in the past. 6
The Ashburn Villager
Inside the Village Greetings Village residents! This month you’ll find several exciting additions to The Villager. We have added a section for “Village Kids” that includes some fun facts about Mother’s Day and asks kids in the Village to tell us why their mom is the greatest. Each month we would like to feature a Village Kid in the section “Village Kids Doing Great Things”. If you have someone to recommend, please let me know. You’ll also see a comic strip that is designed by a Village Kid along with our request for more comic strip submissions for future editions of The Villager. Another addition this month is our “Young At Heart – Village Seniors” section. Each month we will include a profile of a resident in our very active seniors community. I was delighted to spend time with Carl and Miriam Levine and learn more about them for their profile this month. You’ll also find information about recommended exercises for older adults and seniors. Your ideas for future content are welcome.
If you look at “Getting to Know …” on page 11, you’ll find a short bio introducing you to a member of our staff. This month we’re spotlighting Crishana Loritsch who started working here on April 2nd. Look for her out and about the Village conducting annual lot-by-lot inspections. I’ve started to receive some requests for future articles in The Villager. Please keep those requests coming! While I can’t guarantee that we will include your idea, I read every request that comes in, and they’re extremely helpful. Switching gears now… I’m sure you have all heard about the Koger Management scandal. When the story about Koger’s alleged embezzlement of funds from nearby HOAs, such as Ashburn Farm, was published in The Loudoun Times Mirror, I received a lot of phone calls from concerned Village residents asking if we use Koger. Ashburn Village is self-managed and does not use a management company such as Koger. In addition, we spend a great deal of time and effort striving to ensure that Village funds (your assessment dollars) are appropriately controlled to prevent any potential wrongdoing. Anyone with questions or concerns about how this works is welcome to contact me. Better yet…please come to our next Budget & Finance Committee Meeting and learn more. Thanks for taking the time to read The Villager and again thank you for your ideas and comments. Please join me in extending a special thanks to Meg Carlson who was kind enough to volunteer her services as our new Volunteer Editor, and also to Wil Carlson for being our guinea pig this month in “Village Kids”!
Director of Administration & Internal Operations
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Important Numbers Lot-by-Lot Inspections Ashburn Elementary School ............... (703) 771-6790 Ashburn Library ................................. (703) 737-8100 Ashburn Volunteer Fire Department ..... (703) 729-0006 AVCA Office Direct Dial ................... (703) 723-7910 Fax Line ....................................... (703) 478-8583 Email ............................. avca@ashburnvillage.org Website .......................... www.ashburnvillage.org Dominion Trail Elementary School ..... (703) 779-8812 Dominion Virginia Power ................... (888) 667-3000 DMV ................................................. 1(866) 368-5463 Loudoun Co. Animal Control .............. (703) 777-0406 Loudoun Co. Board of Supervisors .... (703) 777-0204 Comment Line .............................. (703) 777-0115 Loudoun Co. Chamber of Commerce ... (703) 777-2176 Loudoun Co. Crime Solvers ............... (703) 777-1919 Loudoun Co. Game Warden ............... (703) 777-0445 Loudoun Co. Health Department ....... (703) 777-0236 Loudoun Co. Parks, Recreation & Community Services ......... (703) 777-0343 Loudoun Co. Public Schools ............... (703) 771-6400 Ashburn Elementary .................... (703) 771-6790 Broad Run High School ............... (703) 771-6620 Dominion Trail Elementary .......... (703) 779-8812 Farmwell Station Middle School ...... (703) 771-6491 Loudoun Co. Senior Center, Cascades ... (703) 430-2397 Loudoun Co. Sheriff’s Department Administration .............................. (703) 777-0407 Emergency ...................................................... 911 Non Emergency ........................... (703) 777-1021 Community Policing ............ (703) 729-0581 x123 Loudoun Co. Traffic Hotline ............... (703) 771-5798 Loudoun Hospital Center .................... (703) 858-6000 Loudoun Co. Library Administration .. (703) 777-0368 Loudoun Co. Planning Department .... (703) 777-0246 Building Permits ........................... (703) 777-0220 Miss Utility ....................................... 1 (800) 552-7001 New Vision Trash and Recycling ....... (703) 830-7908 Saddle Ridge Apartments ................... (703) 729-0090 Sequoia Realty-Lakeshore Condos ..... (703) 723-7960 Sports Pavilion .................................... (703) 729-0581 Virginia State Police ......................... 1 (800) 572-4510 Washington Dulles Int’l Airport .......... (703) 572-2700 Washington Gas .................................. (703) 750-1000 Wingler House Apartments ................. (703) 858-9507 YMCA of Loudoun County ................ (703) 777-9622 8
Ashburn Village Lot by Lot Inspections began in April, starting with the sections closest to the office and working our way up Ashburn Village Boulevard. At the time this article was written over 400 single family and townhome lots had been inspected. If you happen to receive a letter stating a violation exists and you have questions concerning the violation, please call the office. We are always here to answer your questions. One of the most common violations we noted was the storage of trash cans and recycle bins in front of a property. Please remember to store your cans and bins to the rear of your property or in a garage if you have one. Other violations included rake boards, gable trim and other trim needing paint, as well as siding that needs to be cleaned. There have been other violations noted, however these have been the most common. If you have any questions concerning a violation letter, or just have a question in general please call us at 703-723-7910 and we will be happy to assist you.
Important Disclosure Package Information The Association reminds all Village property owners who sell their property to request a Disclosure Package as early as possible. Please do not wait until you are ready to go to settlement! It takes approximately 14 days from the date of your request/order to receive your package. A Disclosure Package is certified for six months. This package includes information essential to a purchaser making an informed decision. The fee for a package is $100.00 for a single-family home or townhome and $50.00 for a condominium. For-Sale-By-Owner properties are also required by Virginia Statute to order a package and provide it to a potential buyer. To order a package or for more information, contact Maggie Graham, Covenants Assistant at (703) 7237910, x107. The Ashburn Villager
Update on Facilities & Grounds Do not be fooled by the cold snap; Spring is here! We have completed the clean up, mulching and weed control in Common areas. If any areas have been missed, please give us a call or e-mail. Contact Martin Graves at (703) 723-7910 X 101 mgraves@ashburnvillage.org or Mike Roberts at (703) 723-7910 X 105 mroberts@ashburnvillage.org. The upcoming projects we are planning for this spring are exciting. The focus this month includes the Illumination project and the Playground replacement in Section 31 on Tavern Drive. Illumination Project We are working with a lighting consultant to bring recommendations to the Ashburn Village Board of Directors for the May / June Meeting. The lighting consultant is focusing on the following areas: entrance features at Ashburn Road (Route 641) and Farmwell Road (Route 625), the Lakes Recreation Center and the Sports Pavilion pathway.
Playground Relocation We are in the process of getting neighborhood input on the replacement/relocation of the playground off of Tavern Drive (by the W & OD trail). Vandalism issues have plagued the current location. The Board of Directors will discuss this issue during the regularly scheduled May 22nd meeting at the Lakes Recreation Center. Please e-mail, call or attend the board meeting to express your preference for relocating the playground to a new location closer to Tavern Drive.
One of the last parks in Ashburn Village is being built in Section 37A at the intersection of Gloucester Parkway and Glenburn Terrace (east of Farmwell Station Middle School). To date, the extensive plans include a shelter, two age-appropriate fenced playgrounds, a network of trails, and landscaping. Please come see this beautiful passive park. We anticipate completion on Memorial Day weekend.
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Lakeshore Condominium News Lakeshore Condominium Office 44190 Natalie Terrace Ashburn, VA 20147 Office Telephone: (703) 723-7960 Office Fax: (703) 723-7961 Site Manager: Susan Londos E-mail Address: Lakeshoreoffice@verizon.net A Pot Luck and Book exchange was held in the Lakeshore Condominium Clubhouse on March 30, 2007. It was an enjoyable event. Verizon Verizon is in the process of laying the fiber optic cable on the grounds of Lakeshore and installing the cable to each individual unit through the utility closets. Once this work is completed, Verizon will distribute
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information to all homeowners with their contact information in the event you choose to use their service. Homeowner Questionaire Thank you to all the homeowners who took the time to fill out and return the Homeowner Questionnaire. This information is very important to have in the event of an emergency regarding your property. Outdoor Hoses All of the outdoor faucets have been turned back on.
Lakeshore Condominium Board of Directors Meeting The May 2007 Board of Directors meeting will be held on May 31, 2007, 6:30 p.m. in the Lakeshore Condominium Clubhouse.
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Getting to Know . . . Crishana Loritsch Crishana is the newest addition to the AVCA Covenants team. You’ll likely see her out and about the Village conducting lot-by-lot inspections. Crishana has a strong background in property management, having worked previously at Cardinal Management and the Shadowood Condo Association. She is also accredited by the Community Associations Institute. In her spare time, Crishana enjoys scrapbooking, reading, and loves to “take tea.” A fourth generation native Washingtonian, Crishana is married to a wonderful man, Berin, has two children, Samantha and Tyler, and a dog, Terry. Samantha is nine years old and is an avid writer and artist. Tyler is fourteen years old and enjoys playing basketball and his guitar. (As a teenage boy, Tyler has a HUGE appetite, and Crishana is eagerly accepting donations to help feed him!) One of Crishana’s favorite stories of past inspections involves a cell phone call that she received while on-
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site walking a property. She answered the call, which turned out to be from her office. The office staff had received a complaint about a strange woman with a clipboard walking around behind a resident’s home. Crishana asked for the number of the resident who complained so she could follow-up with them immediately. While on the phone with Crishana, the resident indicated that the strange woman was behind their home at that very moment, talking on a cell phone. Crishana looked up at the home and waved at the resident who was looking out the window at her; it turned out that Crishana was the strange woman in question!
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VDOT Prepares to Assume Roadway Maintenance Editors Note: Ashburn Village Development Corporation has asked that the following information be published in upcoming editions of The Villager. This information is very important to those homeowners facing VDOT roadway maintenance. Ashburn Village Development Corporation (AVDC) is in the process of turning roads over to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). Certain roads in the Village will be maintained by VDOT after their inspection and acceptance and other roads will continue to be maintained by the Association. All townhome streets will be turned over to the Association for maintenance. The turnover of single-family streets is a little bit more complicated. For those roads planned and scheduled to be maintained by VDOT, certain minimum standards must be present (also referred to as Subdivision Street Requirements) before VDOT will assume maintenance responsibility. One of these VDOT requirements is that the VDOT or public right-of-way needs to be unencumbered, free and clear of any and all objects. For residents who will live on VDOT maintained streets, any obstructions, including but not limited to, landscaping, irrigation, decorative walls, edging, etc. in the public right-of-way, will need to be removed. Not certain where the right-of-way is? Here are there easy ways to tell.
Step 1: Walk down your driveway and stop approximately eight feet before you get to your mailbox. Now look down. You should see a paving seam or expansion seam, as it’s sometimes called. That seam separates where the concrete was poured for your driveway from the concrete poured for the driveway apron. If you live in a single-family home, your mailbox will typically be located adjacent to the driveway apron. Step 2: Step across that seam and onto the driveway apron. Now you’re in the VDOT right-of-way. THIS IS NOT YOUR PROPERTY. (You may also want to check your record plat. You will not that your plat – of your personal property – does not show the driveway apron or the strip of land on either side.) Step 3: Look right and look left. If you see any objects in that VDOT right-of-way that are not county, state, or federally mandated (like your mailbox), they will need to be removed before your street can be accepted for maintenance by VDOT. As each area of Village roadway nears inspection with VDOT, affected homeowners will be notified by AVDC of anything in the right-of-way that needs to be removed. Questions regarding VDOT turnover should be directed to Staci Harvey (AVDC) 703-729-2127 or Martin Graves (AVCA) 703-723-7910 x101.
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Ashburn Village Community Policing Corner Deputy Specialist Craig Schleiden Spring has sprung in Ashburn Village. I have noticed a marked increase in outdoor activity around the Village, and have talked with many residents as I patrol by bicycle and on foot. It’s nice to finally start seeing green leaves and warm weather again! I hope everyone is enjoying the change in season. As always, as you are out and about, be sure to report suspicious activity to the Sheriff’s Office at 703-777-1021. Here are a few educational reminders for everyone in the community. Child Safety Seat Laws Change! Starting July 1, 2007, the Child Safety Seat law will change. The law will require all children under the age of eight (8), to be secured in a child safety seat restraint device. This means that a child will, at a minimum, need to be in a booster seat until they reach eight years old. This can be waived if the driver carries a written note from a physician stating the reason why (medical reason or weight) it is impractical for the child to be in a safety seat and the child’s name. Virginia Code § 46.2-1095 (a) states: Any person who drives on the highways of Virginia any motor vehicle manufactured after January 1, 1968, shall ensure that any child, up to age eight, whom he transports therein is provided with and properly secured in a child restraint device of a type which meets the standards adopted by the United States Department of Transportation. Further, rearfacing child restraint devices shall be placed in the back seat of a vehicle. In the event the vehicle does not have a back seat, the child restraint device may be placed in the front passenger seat only if the vehicle is either not May 1, 2007
equipped with a passenger side airbag or the passenger side airbag has been deactivated. The Community Policing Unit provides child safety seat inspections and installations on an appointment basis. Unit personnel are also available to discuss concerns and answer questions regarding the changes in the law, and how to best meet the requirements of the code. You can reach Deputy Craig Schleiden at 703-729-0581 x123 or craig.schleiden@loudoun.gov. For more information on child seat safety, surf to: www.safekids.org. Child Safety Seats Save Lives! Fishing Laws The lake and pond water is warming up, and the Sheriff’s Office is beginning to field more calls about fishing in the Village. Residents are reminded that Virginia Code § 29.1-301 (d) requires all fishermen over the age of 16 to obtain a license before fishing in any inland waters in the Commonwealth. This includes all of the lakes and ponds in Ashburn Village. Virginia Code § 29.1-336 provides the penalty of failing to carry a fishing license and is punishable as a Class 4 Misdemeanor. Residents are also reminded that Ashburn Village Governing Documents require all fishermen to carry their resident (Sports Pavilion) identification card while fishing as well. The Sheriff’s Office has been performing checks to ensure compliance with the State Code requirements. Please also observe all Continued on page 46
Child Safety Seat Inspections & Installations The Community Policing unit installs child safety seats and educates parents on the proper installation procedures. We accept appointments at the Ashburn Sports Pavilion, weekdays Tuesdays through Fridays. Call the office at 703-729-0581 x123 or email: communitypolicing@ashburnvillage.org to make an appointment today!
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The Library Corner by Scott Stewart Loudoun County Library Board of Trustees
sale next month. It will be conducted in conjunction with the Silent Auction, as was done last year. More about that too, in next month’s issue! For now, check out what’s new this month at the Ashburn Library:
Ashburn Library – Programs for May 2007 Programs are sponsored by the Branch Library Advisory Boards and the Loudoun Library Foundation, Inc.
Join me in welcoming May! I have had enough of winter and wind chill this year, and the cold wind and weather that has plagued us will be gone soon, I hope! This month at the Ashburn Library, we celebrate children’s day, book day, and Loudoun County’s 250th Anniversary, as well as Virginia’s 400th Anniversary, all with special programs. I also want to give you a heads up about the Children and Teens Book Sale coming up in late June (to coincide with the beginning of the Summer Reading Program). The Ashburn Library Advisory Board (ALAB) will need your donations to make this sale a success, so please hold on to your used books, CD’s, DVD,s and videos and for children and teens until the sale donation period in June. I’ll provide you more information about this
THE ASHBURN LIBRARY The Ashburn Library serves the greater Ashburn region of Loudoun County. It has a wide selection of books, magazines, music cd’s, DVD’s and an extensive collection of books on CD for all ages. Electronic resources on selected research topics are also available. Librarians are available during all branch hours to help with information or reference questions, reading suggestions, and interlibrary loans for adults and children.
43316 Hay Rd., Ashburn, VA 20147 703-737-8100 (Voice) • 703-737-8101 (Fax)
HOURS OF SERVICE Monday–Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Visit the Ashburn Village Library online at http://www.lcpl.lib.va.us/ashburn/index.htm 14
CHILDREN & FAMILY PROGRAMS – MAY 2007 Wednesdays at 4:00 PM ~ May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 After School Book Club Bring your snacks and a pillow for afternoon classics! Recommended for ages 5 to 8. Wednesdays at 11:00 AM ~ May 2 and May 9 (2-part class) Friday, May 4 and Saturday, May 11 at 11:00 AM (2-part class) Advanced Baby Signs with Instructor Allison Forbes This class is for babies that have already taken an Introduction to Baby signs class. Recommended for babies ages 6 to 24 months with parent/caregiver. Advance registration required - begins two weeks prior to program. Friday, May 4 at 2:00 PM Storytime Matinee Enjoy a special monthly storytime including a video storybook and a craft! Recommended for ages 3 to 6. Advance registration required - begins two weeks prior to program – limited to 50 participants. Friday, May 4 at 4:00 PM **World Music and Latin Percussion with Bill Jenkins Celebrate! Children’s Day/Book Day – El dĂa de los niĂąos/El dĂa de los libros A multicultural celebration of children, families and reading. Recommended for all ages. **Tickets required and can be picked up one half hour before the program. Saturday, May 5 at 3:00 PM Yarawi – Musical Art of the Andes Celebrate! Children’s Day/Book Day – El dĂa de los niĂąos/El dĂa de los libros A multicultural celebration of children, families and reading. Recommended for all ages. The Ashburn Villager
Saturday, May 12, 1:30 to 3:30 PM Teen Reading Buddies A special storytime for children ages 3 to 5 with a teen reading buddy. Mondays at 10:15 AM ~ May 14 and June 11 Kids Explore the World with Yoga with Charlotte Freckmann, Yoga Instructor A fun, energetic yoga class for children. Recommended for ages 4 to 6. Advance registration required - begins two weeks prior to program – limited to 12 participants. Monday, May 14 at 7:00 PM Happy 250th Loudoun County with Loudoun Museum In Celebration of Loudoun County’s 250th Anniversary Recommended for ages 8 and up. Tuesday, May 15 at 7:00 PM **Colonial Connection Puppet Show with Kaydee Puppets In Celebration of Loudoun County’s 250th Anniversary Recommended for all ages. **Tickets required and can be picked up one half hour before the program.
Wednesdays at 10:00 AM or 2:30 PM, May 16–June 20 Fridays at 10:00 AM, May 11–June 15 (no session on June 1) Babygarten A fun, exciting and informational program for infants and their parents or caregivers. Babygarten classes focus on how nursery rhymes, songs and books can enrich your children’s lives from the very beginning and provide them with a foundation for later learning success. Recommended for children from birth through 18 months with a parent/caregiver. Advance registration required - begins two weeks prior to program. Sign up for one session only! Thursday, May 17 at 7:00 PM Family Movie Night Peter Pan (1953), Rated G Bring your pillows, blankets and snacks! Recommended for all ages. Friday, May 18 at 4:00 PM Belmont Ridge Advanced Guitarists Directed by Jan Edmondson 21 spirited 8th graders will be sharing their versions of guitar hits from six centuries! Recommended for all ages. Continued on next page
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Thursday, May 24 at 7:00 PM Guys Read A book club for guys where we gather around books that guys like! Recommended for ages 8 and up. Advance registration required - begins two weeks prior to program. Tuesday, May 29 at 4:00 PM American Girls Club In Celebration of Virginia’s 400th Anniversary You’re invited to an American Girl history mystery! Recommended for ages 6 to 11. Advance registration required - begins two weeks prior to program – limited to 30 participants. ADULT PROGRAMS – MAY/JUNE 2007 Tuesday, May 1 at 7:00 PM Samputu and Ingeli ~ Drum, Dance and Song of Rwanda ~ LIVE! @ the Library Jean Paul Samputu and the Ingeli Troupe of Rwanda celebrate with a high-energy performance of song, drum, and dance. You will be transported on an unforgettable journey of history, culture, and the human spirit. Recommended for all ages.
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Mondays at 7:00 PM ~ May 7 Adult Book Discussion Group May 7 In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick Saturday, May 19 at 2:00 PM Award-Winning Author Neely Tucker ~ LIVE! @ the Library Love in the Driest Season: A Family Memoir (Three Rivers Press, April 2004) A memoir of a family, war, race and heartbreak, “Love in the Driest Season� chronicles the struggle of Neely and Vita Tucker to adopt a Zimbabwe orphan. Recommended for teens ages 12 & up and adults. Wednesdays at 6:30 PM ~ May 30, June 6, June 13, June 27, July 11, July 25 and August 1 Summer of Bogie: Humphrey Bogart Film Series Recommended for adults. ART IN THE LIBRARY – MAY/JUNE 2007 Ashburn Library May 1 – June 30 Fiber Arts – Donna Sinrud See you in the Library! Scott Stewart Chairman, Loudoun County Library Board of Trustees
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Around the Village Connie Waters Resident Services Manager cwaters@ashburnvillage.org (703) 723-7910, x102 More on Lot by Lot Inspections At the direction of the Ashburn Village Board of Directors, the Lot by Lot inspections commenced in April. The Residential Declaration states: “Each owner shall keep such Owner’s Lot and all improvements located on the Lot in good order, condition and repair and in a clean and sanitary condition, including without limitation all necessary grounds maintenance except as may be otherwise provided in a Supplementary Declaration.”
Rosedale, Clary, Doswell, Ordinary, Aberdeen, Bristow, Mustoe, Harmony, Altavista, Chatham, Catlett, Quiet Walk, Mossy Brook, Cool Fern, and Shady Glen. We plan to complete inspections on all streets in Ashburn Village by the end of June. If you have any questions concerning a violation letter you may have received, please call 703-723-7910 so we may assist you. Lawn Upkeep The grass season is here and some of the chores for maintaining your yard are mowing, trimming bushes and the removal of weeds in flowerbeds. These tasks can be tedious and time consuming. However, it is very important to keep lawns manicured. If the owners of one home on a street do not maintain their yard, this negatively affects the entire street. So please mow your lawns and remove weeds from your flowerbeds to avoid a violation letter this summer.
To give you a heads up on what we will be looking for, I have made a list of some of the items we will be inspecting while performing the Lot by Lot inspections. This list illustrates examples of common violations. • decks in disrepair, peeling and/or chipped paint • siding that is discolored, dirty, in need of repair or replacement • fogged or broken windows • garage doors that are broken or in disrepair • missing house numbers • driveways needing replacement or repair • overgrown lawns and landscaping • cracked or broken sidewalks • mailbox needing paint and/or repair • rake boards that need painting • broken or missing shutters • fencing that needs repair or replacement • rust on chimney cap • storm doors that do not match trim or door color • window and door trim that needs painting or repair • torn or bent window screens • window air conditioning units (these are prohibited) • pet waste that has not been disposed of properly • clutter in yard (example: toys, bikes, etc.) • improvements made to home without application or after denial The areas where the Lot by Lot Inspections have been or will soon be completed are: Afton, Falmouth, Crew, Gala, Chole, Bonlee, Ferncliff, Black Horse, Birds Nest, 18
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Architectual and Environmental Review (AER) Committee Schedule Meetings are held at the AVCA office 44025 Courtland Drive. Meetings NOW BEGIN AT 6:00 p.m. Please be certain your application is submitted promptly to avoid delays in the review process.
Upcoming AERC Meetings Tuesday, 5/1 at 6:00 p.m. Applications due by 4/27 Tuesday, 5/15 at 6:00 p.m. Applications due by 5/11 Tuesday, 6/5 at 6:00 p.m. Applications due by 6/1
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Lot by Lot Inspections—FAQ’s The 2007 Lot by Lot inspections have begun throughout the community and as with any project of this magnitude, questions arise regarding the process. Below are some frequently asked questions and answers designed to provide our homeowners with a general understanding of the overall process. As always, homeowners are welcome to direct specific questions regarding their individual inspections to the Association’s office. 1. What is a lot by lot inspection? A lot by lot inspection is a visual inspection of the exterior appearance of the property. 2. What is the purpose of the lot by lot inspection? The purpose of the inspection is to maintain the uniform appearance of the community and to ensure homeowners keep their properties in accordance with Association guidelines. 3. Is every home in the community included in the lot by lot inspection process? Every single family and town home is subject to inspection. Apartments and condominiums are not subject to inspection by the Association. 4. How often will lot by lot inspections be performed? The lot by lot inspections will be performed annually. 5. What happens if my home is cited for a violation as a result of the lot by lot inspection? A first notice
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of violation is sent. If the violations are not abated, a second notice is sent stating a compliance due date. If the violation continues, the homeowner is then called to a hearing before the Board of Directors. 6. What are some of the most common violations cited in the lot by lot inspections? Some of the most common violations are rake boards needs to be painted; trim needs to be painted or replaced; unsightly debris and other items located on property; unauthorized external modifications done to property. 7. What is a rake board? Fascia board? Etc. A rake board is the diagonal trim running along edge of roof shingles. A fascia board is the facing band along the top of a wall just below the roof. For a complete list of glossary terms, please refer to pages 56 and 57 of the Association’s Architectural and Environmental Guidelines. 8. How long do I have to correct the violation? The first notice typically gives two weeks to correct a violation however a homeowner may request additional time by contacting the Association’s office. You may be required to provide an explanation for the request. 9. Can a violation notice be removed from my file once it’s corrected? No. The violation notice remains a part of the file however it is noted as CURED once the violation is corrected. 10.What happens if my home is incorrectly cited for having a violation? The Association staff makes every attempt to avoid this happening however if it does occur, the violation is removed and a correction memo is placed in the unit file.
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Village Kids Mother’s Day is May 13th Have you ever wondered if Mother’s Day was celebrated historically? Take a look at these Mother’s Day Facts…
Looking for something special to make Mom for Mother’s Day? Try the Breakfast Tacos recipe below.
Ancient celebrations honoring motherhood:
4 eggs ¼ cup sour cream 4 flour tortillas ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded 4 strips bacon mild picante sauce
• Ancient Greeks celebrated a holiday in honor of Rhea, the mother of the gods. • Ancient Romans celebrated a holiday in honor of Cybele, a mother goddess. • In the British Isles and Celtic Europe, the goddess Brigid, and later her successor St. Brigid, were honored with a spring Mother’s Day, connected with the first milk of the ewes. Mother’s Day history within the United States: • Anna Jarvis, daughter of Anna Reeves Jarvis, was the power behind the official establishment of Mother’s Day. • Anna swore at her mother’s gravesite in 1905 to dedicate her life to her mother’s project, and establish a Mother’s Day to honor mothers, living and dead. • In 1907, Anna passed out 500 white carnations at her mother’s church in Grafton, West Virginia – one for each mother in the congregation. • On May 10, 1908, St. Andrew’s Church in Grafton, West Virginia responded to Anna’s request for a Sunday service honoring mothers. • Also in 1908, the first bill proposing the establishment of Mother’s Day was presented in the U.S. Senate by Nebraska Senator Elmer Burkett. The proposal failed. • In 1909, Mother’s Day services were held in 46 states, plus Canada and Mexico. • In 1912, West Virginia became the first state to adopt an official Mother’s Day. • In 1914, the U.S. Congress passed a Joint Resolution, and President Woodrow Wilson signed it, establishing Mother’s Day, emphasizing women’s role in the family.
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Please note: This recipe requires cooking on a stove. Please check with a parent before you begin. If you are going to fry the bacon, you should ask a parent for help. An easy alternative is to buy pre-cooked bacon at the grocery store. Fry bacon in a skillet. Drain on paper towel, then crumble and set aside. For pre-cooked bacon, simply crumble (if necessary) and set aside. Beat eggs together in a small bowl. Add sour cream and salt and pepper to taste. Pour egg mixture into skillet and cook for a few minutes, then stir with a spatula and continue heating until well cooked. Place scrambled eggs in the middle of the tortilla. Top with crumbled bacon, cheese, sour cream, and picante sauce. Fold over and seal with a little sour cream.
Tell us why your Mom is the greatest Mom ever! Send your entries to avca@ashburnvillage.org or drop them off in our drop-box outside the front door of the AVCA office. Our favorite entries will be published in future editions of The Villager. All entries will be posted on the AVCA website.
Source: About.com
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Village Kids Doing Great Things
Wil Carlson, 13, is a 7th grader at Farmwell Station Middle School. Wil has found plenty of opportunities to volunteer in the community as a member of Ashburn Boy Scout Troop 1158. Last year, he assisted with the Special Olympics basketball tournament by helping run the snack stand and refereeing games. This past fall, Wil volunteered at the Ashburn Library’s annual book sale by sorting books and running the cash register. He also helped his troop landscape around the Ashburn Baptist Church, and assisted with several Eagle Scout projects. These have ranged from painting a barn at Morven Park and staining a building at St. David’s Episcopal Church, to building a bridge at Claude Moore Park. Wil volunteers with his family, too, picking up trash around the Village. One especially fulfilling opportunity was helping to harvest vegetables at the Volunteer Farm, located in Woodstock. This farm is affiliated with the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, which supplies fresh vegetables to families in the Shenandoah Valley.
CALLING ALL CARTOONISTS! Want to see your cartoon published in The Villager? Send your cartoons to avca@ashburnvillage.org.
If you know a Village kid who has done great things, please send a brief article to the editor at mflewellyn@ashburnvillage.org
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Pavilion News “Sports, Fitness, & Lots of Fun� Hours of Operation Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Policy Reminders 20585 Ashburn Village Boulevard (703) 729-0581 AVSP@ashburnvillage.org www.ashburnsportspavilion.org
Members are required to present their membership card upon entering the Pavilion. If a card is not presented the member may buy a new card for $3 or pay a guest fee of $10. Guests must be accompanied by a member, register at the front desk and sign in. Guest fees: $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12 years old.
The information provided here is courtesy of the Sports Pavilion. Questions regarding programs, dates or times should be directed to the Pavilion. The editor is not responsible for conflicts between The Villager publication date and AVSP program dates. Members should always ask about upcoming programs when at the Pavilion or visit the NEWLY REDESIGNED AVSP website at www.ashburnsportspavilion.org.
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Young at Heart – Village Seniors For our first-ever seniors column in The Villager, the featured topic is recommended exercises for older adults. All recommendations, and examples of specific exercises to try within each of the types below, come from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and can be found at: http://nihseniorhealth.gov/exercise/ exercisestotry/01.html. For older adults and seniors who want to stay healthy and independent, the NIH recommends four types of exercises: 1. Strength exercises build older adult muscles and increase your metabolism, which helps to keep your weight and blood sugar in check. 2. Balance exercises build leg muscles, and this helps to prevent falls. According to the NIH, U.S. hospitals have 300,000 admissions for broken hips each year. Many of them are seniors, and falling is often the cause of those fractures. If you are an older adult, balance exercises will help you avoid problems as you get older. And if you are a senior,
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balance exercises can help you stay independent by helping you avoid the disabilities that could result from falling. 3. Stretching exercises can give you more freedom of movement, which will allow you to be more active during your senior years. Stretching exercises alone will not improve your endurance or strength. 4. Endurance exercises are any activity – walking, jogging, swimming, biking, even raking leaves – that increases your heart rate and breathing for an extended period of time. Build up your endurance gradually, starting with as little as five minutes of endurance activities at a time. Safety First If you are at high risk for any chronic diseases such as heart disease or diabetes, or if you smoke or are obese, you should check first with your doctor before becoming more physically active. In general, men over 40 and women over 50 should check with their doctor before doing vigorous activity. Most older adults, regardless of age or condition, will do just fine in increasing their physical activity to a moderate level.
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Amazing Ashburn Seniors One word comes to mind to describe the extraordinary couple brought to you in this month’s Villager – persistent. Carl and Miriam Levine live in the Four Seasons condominium complex within Ashburn Village, and you may know Carl from his work on the Ashburn Village Board of Directors. Carl and Miriam each followed a circuitous path to achieve their goals in life. Their stories show how effective persistence can be in achieving their dreams. Carl had plans to attend Cornell University on scholarship, but his father passed away, and he didn’t want to leave his mother. Instead, he ended up with a scholarship to Brooklyn University. During Carl’s junior year, he had his mind set on getting into the live television business. For two weeks, Carl visited NBC studios at 30 Rockefeller Plaza every day asking for an interview. Finally, he got a job with NBC as a page and worked his way up over the years to directing live television broadcasts. Carl also got involved in the theatre, and was directly responsible for converting two movie houses to Broadway theatres. “On Golden Pond” was the first play performed in the New Apollo Theatre on West 43rd Street. Miriam has always had an intense desire to be a pianist. When she was nine years old, a piano teacher heard Miriam playing by ear and suggested to her mother that Miriam should begin taking lessons. Unfortunately, her family couldn’t afford that expense. The teacher then offered to teach Miriam at no charge, but her mother was not comfortable receiving such charity. During Miriam’s teen years, she taught herself to play the piano, and even auditioned at the High School of Music and Arts. Unfortunately, it was not to be, and Miriam’s dreams of being a pianist went unfulfilled. In the meantime, however, Miriam went on to realize a tremendous career as a singer, having opportunities to sing with the Metropolitan Opera in such locations as
Want to try a free, low-impact sport here in Ashburn Village? Check out the brand new Table Tennis program offered at the Sports Pavilion on page 27. May 1, 2007
Carl and Miriam Levine Carnegie Hall. About three years ago, Miriam decided that it was finally time to begin taking formal piano lessons. As with everything else that she does, Miriam embraced this endeavor wholeheartedly and recently won the special silver cup for her performance at the National Federation of Music Club’s Spring Festival. Carl and Miriam’s first “date” was on March 24, 1967 when they met to talk about her singing as part of productions that Carl was putting on each month at VA hospitals. At the time, Carl was smoking three packs of cigarettes a day! He was smoking during their meeting, and Miriam asked why he smoked so much. Carl explained that it was due to the pressures of working in live television, but he assured Miriam that he had amazing will-power and could quit any time if he wanted to. Miriam’s response was, “I lived in Missouri, show me.” Carl gave all of his remaining cigarettes to the Maitre’d and quit smoking cold-turkey. He hasn’t had a cigarette since! What is this couple’s secret to staying young at heart? They both feel strongly that giving back to the community and participating in philanthropic activities keeps them satisfied and young. Miriam’s advice is to try to do things that truly give you joy in your day’s work. Both Carl and Miriam enjoy exercising at the Sports Pavilion and the clubhouse at the Four Seasons. What do they enjoy about living here in the Village? The tranquility and beauty of Ashburn coupled with “the gorgeous sunsets.” Do you know a Village senior who should be featured in an article in the coming months? Send an email to avca@ashburnvillage.org. We’d love to hear from you. 29
Housing Report March 1 – March 31, 2007 Recent Ashburn Village Home Sales. Home prices improved in March! Seven Single Family homes sold for an average of $572,000, which is up 4% from last month’s average of $548,214. 23 Townhomes sold for an average of $396,046, up 3% from February’s $384,688. Condo prices declined by 18% to $209,950, because the Condos that sold in March were 1BR, 1BA units, and February’s were 2BR, 2BA units. The average price difference between those units in Ashburn in 2007 is over $60,000, which when factored in, could actually point to a 5% increase. The other interesting statistic this month is the increase in the number of Townhomes sold; 8 in February and 23 in March. The total number of homes sold continues to increase, from 9 in January to 19 in February to 32 in March of 2007. Home Sales 2006 – 2007 Comparison. The average home price in March of 2007 was still down from March of 2006. Single Family home prices were down 8.5% from $625,100 to $572,000. Townhome prices were also down, by 7%, from $427,300 to $396,046. And the average price of a Condo was significantly lower by 28%, from $291,833 to $209.950. But again,
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this year the Condos were 1BR, 1BA, and last year’s were 2BR, 2BA. So again, if you factor in the $60K mentioned above, for the unit type differential, one could say that the decrease is only 7.5%. The average number of Days on the Market for all three home types substantially increased over 2006, from 67 to 132. 2006 - Third-highest year in Home Sales. 6.48 million homes sold last year, making 2006 the thirdhighest year on record! 2005 holds the record, with 7.075 million sales, while 2004 came in second with 6.779 million homes sold. Stability Takes Hold. By the end of 2005, home prices were inflated. By the end of 2006, home sales were down 8.4%. All forecasts are that 2007 will be better. Already there seems to be a much better balance between Buyers and Sellers than there was in 2006. The NAR forecasts a modest quarterly gain throughout 2007, even though the numbers will fall slightly (1.2%) from those of 2006. Affordability conditions are improving, and there are signs that the correction is behind us, and that a year of stability lies ahead. – Realtor Magazine – Mar 2007 Jamie Munizza, RE/MAX Ashburn Village Resident 703/858-5800
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The Critter Corner by Dr. Steve Velling Ashburn Village Animal Hospital As of today (written April 11th), the latest on the pet food recall is that millions of cans and pouches of contaminated cat and dog food have been pulled off the shelves, and the current thinking is that contaminated wheat gluten, shipped over from China and used at Menu Foods for the processing in dozens of brands of cat and dog food, is the culprit. The original concern was that rat poison was responsible, but that was discounted by the FDA. We now believe it is melamine, an ingredient in plastic. So with the vast majority of pet owners feeding their pets commercial pet food, what are we to do? How do we handle a crisis that seems out of our control? What should we feed our pets? Well, this case is similar to the poisoned spinach outbreak and the Taco Bell lettuce outbreak from last year. The tainted line of food was identified, the public was alerted, and the product was removed. That’s the simple answer. Some other questions like “why didn’t we know sooner?” and “what are the pet food companies going to do now?” remain to be fully answered. I know that Hill’s Science Diet has pledged to reimburse any pet owner $100 towards any testing on an exposed pet. I also know that these
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companies will, for the most part, be quite vigilant in testing their products from here on out. Some were good to begin with, but others were not. And it was actually a surprise to me to learn that one huge plant (Menu Foods in Ontario, Canada – see www.menufoods.com for the complete list of recalled food and the latest news) was responsible for even some of the prescription foods that are sold through veterinarians. So what should you feed your pet? Well, in general, you should start by reading the label. Avoid artificial colors and flavors. They exist not for the pet but for the owner. Avoid byproducts. These can include things like blood, bone, chicken heads, or uninspected tissue. You want to feed meat, not meat byproducts. Finally, you want to avoid “fillers, meals, and preservatives” as much as possible. So this means feeding either a “premium” pet food, or making it yourself. I tell people it’s okay to feed table scraps now and then, but not junk food. And be careful that Fido and Fluffy don’t get overweight. Studies show that overweight pets, on average, live 2 years less than pets that are slim and trim. I hope that helps, and I pray that such an outbreak doesn’t happen again. Our four-legged friends depend on us to take care of them. Till next time,
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Notes from Your Neighbors . . .
Open House/Family Day Sunday May 20, 2007 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Ashburn Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department www.ashburnfirerescue.org
Bring your friends & family!
Choking Prevention A frequent 911 call we receive at AVFRD is “child choking”—a thought that strikes terror in the heart of any parent. Research tells us this is one of the most common home emergencies for children under the age of 14, but adults are not immune!
Enjoy great music, cotton candy, snow cones, ice cream, moon bounce, fire truck rides, Air Care helicopter, meet a firefighter, station tours. Learn to call 911, experience our new safety “smoke house” & many other safety demonstrations.
Follow these simple guidelines to reduce you and your family’s risk: • Place infants on their back to sleep. • Look around your home for anything small enough to fit through a toilet paper tube. Coins, marbles, grapes, etc. could cause a young child to choke. • Watch children when they are playing and eating. • Avoid small, round or hard foods, such as hot dogs, grapes or popcorn for children under the age of 6 years. If you do, cut them into very small pieces. • Chew your food & don’t talk with your mouth full —These come directly from Mom! • Learn the Heimlich maneuver—part of any basic CPR class—a simple skill that can save a life if a person is choking.
Join us for the fun! Admission, refreshments, entertainment–FREE We will be once again featuring a “Silent Auction”. This is your chance to bid on valuable items donated by businesses & members of the community. Remember no credit cards accepted.
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Who Would Have Thought It? You’ve probably seen them around a pond or lake and may not have given them a second thought, but they are out there: Cattails (Typha latifolia). They can be desirable or undesirable, depending on your viewpoint. I confess I view them on the positive side, but I’ll tell you about the pros AND cons. Pros: • Provide nesting habitat for blackbirds and some duck species • Provide cover for fish and ducks to feed and rear their young • Help prevent erosion of dams and pond banks • Are a great natural place to stay hidden while wildlife/bird watching • Aesthetically are a great species to sketch, paint or photograph Also, Native Americans have used Cattails for a variety of purposes, such as making mats and baskets, toys (floating ducks) and dolls. They also made flour from the roots, the sap between the leaves was used to thicken soups and broths, and parts of the Cattail could be eaten raw in salads. As medicine, the pollen could
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be placed on cuts to control bleeding, and parts of the plant are an antiseptic. The mashed root could even be used as a toothpaste! And these are just a few uses. Cons: • Reproduce quickly and in shallow areas, can dominate other plants, reducing the diversity of habitat for other organisms • Can get in the way of boaters, swimmers and other recreational pursuits • An excessive amount of Cattails can hasten the aging (eutrophication) of a lake or pond in which sediments and nutrients can build up more quickly. This changes the whole character, chemistry and life forms that are able to live in that body of water (for better or worse) depending on your viewpoint! So…the next time you are walking around the Village and see Cattails, determine for yourself whether you view them as “good” or “bad” (or maybe somewhere in between); it depends largely on how you view their role. Personally, I enjoy them for their wildlife benefits, their aesthetic qualities and diversity of uses. You’ve got to admit, they are a versatile plant at the very least. Sources: http://www.nativetech.org/plantgath/cattail.htm, http://www.noble.org/Ag/Wildlife/cattails/Index.htm “How Indians Use Wild Plants for Food, Medicine & Crafts”, by Frances Densmore (1974), and personal knowledge
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CONGRATULATIONS! COLLEGE BOUND! AVSP’s own Julie Hayden and Terri Rath, both Aqua Aerobics and Deep Water Instructors, brought home titles and pending records from the USA Masters Indoor Track & Field Championships in Boston. Rath was a member of the record breaking 4X400M team while Hayden earned her first two American records since becoming a US Citizen in August. Congrats to both Julie & Terri!
AVSP After School Activities Program (ASAP) and RISE Camp Counselor Jamil Snyder, received a fouryear, full academic scholarship to the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. After receiving twelve academic offers from various schools throughout the country, according to Jamil the decision to accept the offer was an easy one to make. Excited about attending one of the most prestigious universities in the country, Jamil is doubly excited to be close to home. Jamil has been with the ASAP program since the second grade, as a participant, volunteer and as staff. “I am so excited for Jamil and all of my counselors as they enter into this new phase of their lives. Although, it is always sad to see them go, hopefully, they’ll return to the Pavilion and continue to be role models for the younger participants and staff,” says Cam Miller, AVSP Activities Director. Congratulations and good luck to all of our college-bound counselors!
Other AVSP Counselor Notables: Robbie Snow—Virginia Tech Jenna Pristas—California State University at Northridge
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WELCOME: Scott O’Dell AVSP is excited to announce the arrival of our newest employee, Scott O’Dell. Scott comes to us from sunny, Oakland, California and is a strength and conditioning specialist, focusing on sports specific and personal training. Scott brings a West Coast training philosophy that can be found nowhere else in the Northern Virginia area. Scott began his strength and conditioning career as a college football player at William Jewell College. He then earned his Bachelor of Science in Sports Science from the University of Central Missouri and served as an intern with the Kansas State University Football Team. Scott was a Graduate Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at San Jose State University, where he also received his Master of Arts in
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Kinesiology. He later became the Associate Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of California, Berkeley. Currently, Scott is interning as Strength and Conditioning Coach with the Washington Redskins. Additionally, Scott has been a conference speaker for the National Strength and Conditioning Association in the areas of plyometrics, agility, strength development and technique. He is also a contributor to STACK Magazine for athletes. Scott is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a United States of America Weightlifting Club Coach.
Street Light Out? Have you noticed a street light out in your community? If so, call the office at (703) 723-7910 with the location and pole number. If you are calling on a weekend when the office is closed, be certain to leave your name, address and contact number in the event the Facilities and Grounds Department needs to reach you.
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OUTDOOR POOL SEASON BEGINS! All outdoor pools open for the summer season on May 26th at 11:00 a.m. and will close at 8:30 p.m. Here is the schedule for the coming summer. Prior to the end of the Loudoun County School year: Mills Facility: Open: 11:00 a.m. daily Close: 8:30 p.m. daily Lakes & Woods Facilities: Open: 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday Close: 8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday Open: 11:00 a.m. Saturday and Sunday Close: 8:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday After Loudoun County Schools are closed: All Facilities: Open: 11:00 a.m. daily Close: 8:30 p.m. daily
The pool rules will be published in the June edition of The Villager and can also be accessed on our website at www.ashburnvillage.org.
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ACE Vacuums: For all your vacuum and sewing needs, including sales and service, contact Ace Vacuums at 703-724-1112, or drop-in 43330 Junction Plaza #164 Ashburn 20147 next to New Giant. We also rent carpet and grout cleaning machines. Free pickup and delivery too.
Ashburn Village Math Tutor: Eileen Geoghegan, licensed and experienced. Specializing in SAT prep, algebra, and geometry. Please call 703-729-8066. Eileengeo@verizon.net. Reasonable costs.
Carpet Cleaning: Five rooms only $95. Upholstery cleaning, carpet stretching, repairs, 24-hour emergency water damage, mold remediation, oriental rug cleaning, scotch guarding, pet damage experts. Nationally certified. 30 years experience including the White House. For information, please call 703-978-2270. House Cleaning: Weekly, biweekly, monthly, movein, move-out. Supplies provided. Excellent Ashburn references. Licensed, insured, bonded. Reasonable rates. Please call Ketty for a free estimate at 703-7714035, 703-554-2487 cell. House Interior (Maid Service): Carpet cleaning, commercial service. Same day service, move-in, move-out. Member of B.B.B., specializing in the Ashburn area. Please call Sonia 703-766-2097. www.springmaids.com. E mail inf@springmaids.com. Licensed, insured, bonded. Ocean Breeze Cleaning Services: We provide the highest quality residential cleaning service available. We take pride in our service and will exceed your expectations on every visit! Licensed/Insured/Bonded. Call for free estimate, 703-729-0447. Visit us at www.oceanbreezecleaning.com. My Wonderful Housecleaner: Seeks additional clients in Ashburn Village. She is reliable, trustworthy, kind, and fluent in English and Spanish. She does a very thorough job and I would recommend her highly! For Consuelo M/C Housecleaning Services call 703-786-7337. Radiance Cleaning Services: We offer you the best cleaning for your house. Good experience. Good references. Please call 571-271-1077. Touch By Flora: Excellent job. Move-in and moveout. Biweekly or monthly. Great references. 12 years in the area. Please call 703-300-4454. I will exceed your expectations. 38
Explore the Performing Arts this summer!: Drama camp. Music camp. Theater camp. Broadway trip with professional master class. Private sessions of acting, voice, and piano, and much more! Visit us at www.lopezstudios.org for more information. Camps for ages 5 -17. French tutor: Did your child fail a French exam? Call the French tutor with over ten years of experience. 703-862-5694. P’s and Q’s: Etiquette classes for boys and girls ages 3-12 at the Montessori School of South Riding. Learn the fundamentals of good manners through role-playing and interactive creative ways that make leaning fun. Visit www.mannersarefun.com to view classes and schedule. SAT Study Sessions: 8-week SAT/ACT college entrance exam study sessions with professional writer/ editor, former teacher. Private one-on-one classes designed to specifically boost verbal scores in essay writing, sentence structure, comprehension, grammar and vocabulary. References and recommendations available. Ms. Sell 703-729-9492. Summer Nanny: Want your children to have a productive, fun-filled summer without the staggering cost of camps and daycare? I will care for your children in the comfort of their own home. References available. William&Mary Education major, Christina Casares, 703-999-5806, cdcasa@wm.edu. Speech4Kids: Specializes in providing speech/ language therapy to children in area preschools, private schools, or our office in Ashburn. Please visit the Speech4Kids website and call Kathy Gurgick, M.S., CCC-SLP for more information. ASHA Certified, Virginia licensed, insured. Tutoring English: Keep your child focused on school by increasing skills in English for reading, writing, grammar, comprehension, organization, study strategies The Ashburn Villager
The Villager Classifieds and test-taking. Professional editor/writer, former teacher is accepting students for after-school sessions. All levels, customized to individual needs. Ms. Sell 703729-9492. Winnie-the-Pooh Preschool: An exceptional cooperative preschool is now accepting applications. We offer small class size, professional teachers, low tuition and parental involvement in your child’s first school experience. Discover why we have 36 years of tradition. 703-724-0496 or www.wtpp.org.
purchased in the 1970s). Six sided maple end table $200. Good condition. Contact Richard 703-729-0450. For Sale: Full living room couch set from overseas. Brand new. $1000 or best offer. Please call 703-858-0867. For Sale: GE Spectra stove, white with black ceramic cook top, large self-cleaning oven. Excellent condition. Plug included. $200 OBO. 703-577-1099. For Sale: Gibson freezer chest. $75 OBO. Call 703729-2460.
EMPLOYMENT Seeking a mature daytime caregiver: For an alert and oriented 84 year old following his hip replacement and hospitalization. Simple meal preparation, light housekeeping, assistance with walking and restroom. Monday – Friday 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Call Vince at 703-729-2978. Restaurant Hiring! ‘Not Your Average Joe’s’ is hiring servers, bartenders and hosts for our Grand Opening in Landsdowne Town Center, 19307 Promenade Drive, Leesburg. Full and part-time positions available with flexible hours and health benefits. Call 571-333-5637 landsdowne@nyajoes.com. Join the Organic Movement! ONEgroup has successfully developed Miessence skin care – the world’s first and currently the only fully certified organic skin, personal and oral care products, to food standards. Why not join as a representative? Contact Doreen Zebdi, www.mienterprize.com/?allpureandorganic or info@allpureandorganic.com. FOR SALE/ WANTED For Sale: Small computer desk with tray and shelf below $30. Wood double drawer file cabinet $50. Antique spinning wheel $50. Antique china cabinet, walnut, glass door, excellent condition $425. Call 703-729-4482. For Sale: Coleman outfitter canoe, 15 foot, with paddles, $300. 703-729-3788. For Sale: Ethan Allen Solid Maple Furniture. China Hutch with 3 window cabinets $500. Dry Sink $350. Tea Cart $300. All in very good condition (originally May 1, 2007
For Sale: Honda Del Sol - Royal Blue - 1994 - 116k miles. Passed all inspection and emission tests and in good condition. Asking Price $3500 (Kelly Blue Book value) OBO. Top removes to change into convertible. Great Graduation present! Call Susan at 571-236-2920. For Sale: Kohler sink, white double bowl, cast iron, self-rimming with Delta White gooseneck faucet, sprayer & soap pump. Excellent condition $100. Retail price $320 without the faucets. 703-577-1099. For Sale: Sofa Bed Grey/Dark stripes $50. Contact Richard 703-729-0450. For Sale: Various computer items. Zyxel wireless access point, Dell CRT Monitor 17 inch, Netgear RO318 switch firewall, a few hubs, 32mb PC100 RAM for a desktop computer. Check out details www.ronston.com/forsale.html. Call 703-728-6150. For Sale: White Cross stained glass window panel with orange and blue background in a copper frame, new condition, 26.5 L x 16 W x 1.5 D. 703-724-4234 call for price. For Sale: Red Cross stained glass window panel with white background in a black metal frame, new condition, 36 L x 12 W x 1 D. 703-724-4234 call for price. For Sale: 3 piece sectional sleeper sofa with 2 recliners $200 OBO. Oak entertainment center $75 OBO. Oak coffee table $35 OBO. All in good condition. Would work well in a basement. Contact 703-858-7603.
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The Villager Classifieds For Sale: 16 Window Treatments. 8 shades and 8 aluminum blinds from an Engle townhouse on Ashburn Village Lake. $5 each for shades, and $10 each for blinds. Call 703-447-3326. For Sale: Custom curtains (1 or 2 windows depending on how you hang curtains) and matching queen size bedspread. Colors beige/gold, dark green, little peach. Beautiful and in excellent condition. Original cost $1300. $200 or best offer. Call 703-729-2182. For Sale: Kitchen Bakers Rack. Excellent condition $50. 29 1/2' width x 21" Depth x 70" height. White, oak shelf, lots of cabinets. Can hold microwave. Call 703-729-2182. For Sale: Comforter, canopy and 2 window treatments in soft blue and pink. Best offer (orig. $446). Call 703729-2182. For Sale: Twin size Green Bay Packer comforter and sheets $20. Brass Fireplace equipment and log holder $15. Board games, puzzles, action heroes, dinosaurs, and so much more for boys and girls. Call 703-729-2182. For Sale: Record player with 8 track and cassette deck. 2 speakers. In good working condition. Best offer. Call 703-729-2182. For Sale: Large dollhouse with tons of furniture and more. Barbie/Bratz dolls, tons of clothes, accessories. Too many to list. Lincoln logs - huge set. Pre-teen and teen books for boys and girls. Best offer. Call 703729-2182. For Sale: Beautiful boys and girls clothes. Sizes mostly 4-12. In excellent condition. Designer brands including Limited II. Various prices. Call 703-729-2182. For Sale: Twin size designer comforter. Navy, beige, brick red, dark green. Custom molds (like a fitted sheet) to mattress so your kid can make bed easily. Original price $240. Best offer. Call 703-729-2182.
condition. All three tables $150. Three cushion couch, green background and rose accent color $150 good condition. OBO. 703-729-4482. Moving Sale!! Everything must go! Living room set, Entertainment center, 26 inch TV, and more. For Teachers: classroom materials and teaching library. From 9am to 4pm Saturday, May 5th at 44121 Saxony Terrace Ashburn VA 571-209-0346. Wanted: Looking for gently used bunk beds and sporting equipment. Please call Kelley 703-945-9069. Free Gardening Help: Want to plan a vegetable garden? Need some advice? I’ll help get you started. Just for the fun of it. Call Kelley 703-945-9069. HEALTH & WELLNESS Choose Organic! Introducing the world’s first extensive, internationally certified, organic skin, hair, cosmetic, body, oral, and nutritional products from ONEgroup, creators of MiEssence, MiVitality, and MiEnviron. Go to www.allpureandorganic.com and learn about what’s really in your cosmetics! Contact Doreen Zebdi at info@allpureandorganic.com. Family Doctor in Your Neighborhood! Ashburn Family Healthcare - Compassionate Medical Care for Your Family. Services include Physical exams, Immunizations, Pap Smears, EKG, Care for Acute/Chronic Illnesses. We speak English, Spanish, Hindi, Tagalog, Telugu. Call 703-723-3110 or visit www.ashburnhealth.com. Family Wellness Care: Sonak Family Chiropractic of Sterling provides family wellness care. Specializing in chiropractic care for pregnant women and children. Get healthy and stay healthy with chiropractic care so that you can live an active healthy life today and in years to come. Call 703-406-0200. Visit www.drwill.net.
Moving Bargain Sale: Bedroom oak furniture, special dishes, pictures, knick-knacks, decorations, and computer tools. Call Joe 703-729-4724.
Jazzercise: Shape up for summer with us! Combines elements of jazz dance, yoga, strength training and more to create a truly effective program for all fitness levels. Classes held at The Boyd School. For info call 703669-5997 or email micah@ashburnjazz.com.
Moving Sale: Cherry Queen Anne Coffee Table $60 excellent condition. Matching end tables $100 excellent
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The Villager Classifieds studies to validate life-sustaining, immune-supporting properties. Reported in medical journals: AntiCancer Research; Infection and Immunity; etc. Drink to your health. www.hfsolutions.originallimu.com. Mary Ellen Whitfield, RN, for Taste Test 703-729-1994. TZero Multisport LLC: Professional running and triathlon coaching and custom training by a licensed professional triathlete. Beginners welcome. Contact runtricoach@comcast.net to reach your goals. WOW! Work Out World: Ashburn’s newest health club is open for the whole family. From kids programs to state-of-the-art cardio, group fitness and cycling classes, circuit training, free weights and lots more in Ashburn Technology Park. 703-858-9664 www.workoutworld.com WOW! HOME IMPROVEMENT A1A Contractors: Call us today for your Kitchen & Bathroom remodeling projects. 40+ years of unsurpassed experience, reputation and value in the area. Free estimates and great references. 703-7288836 or visit www.A1ATEAM.com. AC Magic General Contractor: We do Heating and Air Conditioning, drain cleaning, hot water heaters, running toilets. We replace garbage disposals, ceiling fans, lights, switches, and much more. With over 26 years experience, quality comes 1st. AC Magic is licensed and insured. 703-729-0224. All-American Plumbing Company: Your neighborhood Plumbing/Gas contractor. Licensed and insured master plumbers/gas fitters serving Northern Virginia area for over a decade. Mention this ad and get a free home plumbing inspection. Contact us at 703-327-1256 and/or aapcoplumbin@aol.com Camann Painting: Interior and Exterior, rotten trim replacement, crown moldings and chair rail, dry-wall repairs. Licensed and insured since 1987. Call Dave 703-444-4442. Construction Specialist: Low rates for basements, drywall, fences, decks, and small jobs. 20 years carpentry experience. Member Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce. Excellent Ashburn Village May 1, 2007
references available. Licensed and insured. Call Chris 703-771-9004. Effinger Home Improvement: Carpentry, painting, drywall, roofing, basements, wood rot damage, window door replacement, decks, hardwood flooring. Call 703450-3808. Deck porches and Resurfacing: Let the ‘Dexperts Inc.’ compliment your home and lifestyle with one of our specially designed exterior additions. Endless selections available. We also do deck resurfacing. Call today 703-723-5141 to ask about our Spring Specials! Frozen Drink Machine Rentals and Mixes: No bartender. No blender. No ice. We do it all for you so make your next party or cookout a hit with a frozen drink machine. For more information call 703-723-1188. www.virginiaritas.com. 10% off for Ashburn Village residents. Garage A Mess?: Garage design source is helping Ashburn Village homeowners organize and clean up their garages. Free consultation and garage design. We offer many styles of garage cabinets, flooring, overhead racks, storage wall systems and work centers. 703433-2608 www.garagedesignsource.com. Garage Doors: Replace your old garage door with a new metal insulated door. Choice of styles and colors. Licensed/Insured. Free estimates – call Pat at 703724-1382. HIS Brush Painting: Ashburn resident. Licensed. Interior & Exterior painting, faux finishes, drywall repair, rotten wood replacement, deck cleaning & sealing. 20+ years experience. Free estimates. Call Warren Tibbs at 703-242-1441. Thank you. Home Improvement Contractor: Specializing in finishing basements, remodeling bathrooms, electrical, plumbing, exterior hot tub installations, express water heater replacement, expert at waterproofing wet basements. 30 years experience. Free estimates. For all your home improvement needs, please call Marc at 703-724-0772.
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The Villager Classifieds Honey Do Crew: Quality Home Improvement. Specializing in small jobs. Licensed, bonded and insured (VA License #B2705-093830). References provided on request. Call toll free 866-272-2387. Kitchen Magician: Call Vince Williams. 540-631-9399 (office), 240-417-7414 (cell). New counter tops, cabinet refacing, remodeling, ceramic tile, interior carpentry work. Over 30 years experience. $200 off counter top with refacing. Kris Painting Service, Inc: Do you need a painter? Let us help you. We specialize in Interior/Exterior painting, carpentry, power-washing, and sealing decks and homes, color consulting and faux finishing. Call for your free estimate. 571-220-0749. Let’s Roll Painting: Leading Ashburn-based company providing the following services: (1) Interior painting; (2) Exterior painting; (3) Deck refinishing; (4) Trim installation; (5) Power washing. Call 703-723-9313 or 571-276-5758 or visit www.letsrollpainting.com to schedule a FREE estimate. Licensed and insured. Master Improvement Painting: We specialize in Interior/Exterior painting, carpentry, power-washing, sealing decks, and repairing rotten wood. References available. Save 15%. Call for your free estimate. www.masterimprovementpainting.com. 703-731-9651. Q R S Home Improvement: We do it all!! No job to big or too small! Kitchen and Bath remodeling. Custom cabinetry, built–ins, basement finishing, exterior wood repairs, Honey do list. Licensed, bonded, and insured. Call for free estimate. References available. 540-6831290 or 540-660-2260. Roofing & Siding Wise Guys: Residential specialists with professional advice for your best choice in exterior home improvement and repair. Licensed and insured. Ashburn Village resident. For roofing, siding, gutters, trim painting, and more, call Wise Guys Roofing & Siding 703-858-4445 or 571-722-5543. Tom Hanger Home Improvement: Top quality energy star rated windows and siding. Guaranteed lowest price! Serving Northern VA for over 50 years. Make your home-maintenance free! Licensed and Insured. Free estimates. Don’t pay too much. Visit the website tomhanger.com, or please call 703-368-0107. 42
The Home Doctor: The Cure for What Ails Your Home 703-861-0393. Full service company for Interior/ Exterior painting, powerwashing, deck and fence staining, heating and AC, electrical, carpentry, ceramic tile, plumbing, wood rot...if your home needs it...we can do it! Free estimates. Trust Electric: 25 years of Residential, Commercial and Industrial experience that you can trust. Class-A licensed and insured. Call 703-244-2568, 703-724-9822 or fax 703-724-9266. Window Replacement: You can have it all – beauty, durability, energy efficiency, and security. Top-of-the-line custom windows made to your exact specifications. Licensed and insured. Ashburn Village resident. Call Wise Guys Roofing & Siding, Giovanni Santos 571-722-5543. LAWN AND LANDSCAPING Blue Mount Nursery: 703-729-6600. We deliver mulch, garden soil, lawn soil, river gravel, stone dust. 5 yard minimum. $10 off delivery fee when you place your order and mention Ashburn123. Landscaping Materials: Double shredded hardwood mulch, screened topsoil, fill-dirt, sand, compost, comprosubstitute, pine fines, woodchips, white carpet mulch, Mountain Top colored mulch, straw, bagged materials, and a wide variety of decorative gravel. Virginia Ground Covers 703-450-4758. Ponds and Sprinkler Systems: Installed by local, licensed and insured contractor. Other services: pressure washing decks, installing pavers, tree and stump removal. Call for early bird savings. $500 off on new pond or irrigation system. Call George 571-2141763 or 571-214-1763. The Care of Trees: Need trees and shrubs beautifully pruned? Now is the time. Got bugs on plants? Call certified arborist, Bonnie Deahl at The Care of Trees. For an appointment call 703-661-1700 or www.thecareoftrees.com PET/ANIMAL SERVICES Is Your Yard Full of It?: DoodyCalls pet waste removal service. Low rates, courteous, professional The Ashburn Villager
The Villager Classifieds service. One free week with your 1st month’s service. Let us do your spring cleaning, so you don’t have to! 1800-DoodyCalls(366-3922). www.DoodyCalls.com. Gift certificates available. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES A Great Neighborhood Attorney: Robert Ohneiser, Esq. (licensed VA, NY & DC). Attorney-at-Law with MBA Corporate Finance, specializing in Divorce & Custody, Contracts & Litigation and Wills. Free initial email consultation followed by very fair rates. Email: OhneiserLaw@verizon.net or call 703-729-6446. AC Magic: Your Heating and Air Conditioning specialist with 26+ years experience, providing high quality service at reasonable rates. Living in and servicing Ashburn for 15+ years, we have always treated our neighbors with the quality and respect they deserve. 703-729-0224. ACE Vacuums: For all your Vacuum and Sewing needs including sales, service, contact Ace Vacuums at 703-7241112 or drop in 43330 Junction Plaza #164 Ashburn 20147 next to New Giant. We also rent carpet floor grout cleaning machines. Free pickup and delivery too! Ashburn Village Piano: First lesson free for beginner to intermediate levels. Eileen Geoghegan. $25 per half hour. $35 per 45 minutes. 703-729-8066. Eileen Geo@verizon.net. Computers: Are you frustrated with your computer support? For $16.95 a month. Circle Blue can provide unlimited repairs for the computers in your home or small office. We can do PC repairs, wireless networking, spyware, and virus removal. Call 703-648-0810. Custom Invitations! We design and print unique invitations that you cannot buy in any store. Portfolio to show and initial meeting is Free. Other Services: logo design, business cards, brochures, postcards, flyers, menus, and more. J Creative Design, Christine, 703509-1522, djanaske@yahoo.com. Frozen Drink Machine Rentals and Mixes: No Bartender. No Blender. No ice. We do it all for you, so make your next party or cookout ‘hot’ with a frozen drink machine. For more information call 703-723-1188 May 1, 2007
www.virginiaritas.com 10% off for Ashburn Village residents. Full Color Direct Mail: For your business for just over 1 cent per unit. Unique Design saves you $$ to advertise your business. Call 703-729-1564. Ever wanted to try Mary Kay skin care: …but didn’t want to feel pressured? The most easy going MK consultant has moved to Ashburn Village with this great product line. Please call Karen Pino at 703-463-9582. And, of course – always a free gift! Get a mortgage: Refinance, file your taxes, plan your financial future, consolidate your debts, or get your credit healthy again! My company is the only one that does it all for you. Stacy Moren 571-323-5174 TPI Group. Gggggrrrrrrr!! Home computer crashed? Kids installed a game and killed your computer? Computers confuse you? Email an enigma? Internet incomprehensible? Call Less Silberberg, your local Ashburn computer guy. 703-304-1130. PCs, Macs, networks- Maintenance, installation, problem solving, daytime, weekend, or evening appointments. “Homespun” Piano Teacher in Ashburn Village: Now accepting new students. Great with beginners. Reasonable rates. Please call Karen Pino at 703-4639582. Mary Kay Cosmetics: Call for your new spring look! New colors. New products. Receive a free gift with your pampering session. Harriett Sharpe, Independent Executive Director 703-729-4482 harriettsharpe@ hotmail.com www.marykay.com/harriettsharpe Motherly Childcare: Available in Ashburn Village for infants to school-aged children. Will help with homework or crafts, and go to fun places that parents will allow. Nutritious meals provided. School pick-up available for after school care children. Please call 571-723-9491. Need a Vacation?: Family vacations, Disney World, honeymoons/destination weddings, Europe, cruises, Sandals/beaches resorts, trips anywhere in the world. ABOUT GOING PLACES will make your memories last a lifetime. Contact Susan your travel consultant in the Village 571-236-2920, Susan@aboutgoingplaces.com. Continued on next page 43
The Villager Classifieds Personal Trainer: GET FIT! Experienced, independent, certified trainer to help you lose weight, get fit and add years. Train in your home or visit my home at no extra cost. Ashburn location. Free evaluation. Call 703-723-3815 or 70-3-723-3815. State Farm-Insurance & Financial Services: Specializing in retirement planning, (investments, CDs, annuities, long term care coverage), and education savings (529 plans, Coverdell saving accounts). Free financial review for all Ashburn residents (mention this ad). 703-430-5884 www.florczykagency.com. Mother’s Day is May 13th! Visit our website to see beautiful flower arrangements sure to please her. We will be delivering May 12th to insure timely delivery. Jerry’s Flowers & Gifts. 703-777-2561 www.jerrysflowersonline.com. T.W.A. Electric: Established in 1986. Licensed- BondedInsured. Family owned and operated. Proudly serving homeowners, businesses, and realtor’s needs. T.W.A. is a full service electrical company. 703-450-4231. Video Gaming Party: Play video games on 96 inch screen at your home. We will bring and set-up a complete projection system at your place. PS2-3, XBOX, Nintendo compatible. Have a great gaming experience at your next party. Call 803-707-8649. Your Home is Your Treasure! Don’t let financial situations of life weigh you down. I can help to refinance your home, get out of debt, put money in your pocket or purchase a new home. Call Rhonda 571-436-7890, email ronniejl@msn.com. Zeffirelli Ristorante: Featuring fine Northern Italian cucine is under new ownership with Manager Giovanni Cocciante (five star). For more information go to google Giovanni Cocciante. Join us for a most memorable dining experience at 5 Catoctin Circle SE Leesburg, VA 20175. 703-779-0900.
Buy Your Dream Home Now: And do not pay a mortgage for 12 months! 1-800-747-0584 ext. 7023 Jamie Brooks / ReMax Select Properties. Homeowner’s Insurance: Your home is your most important asset! The value has dramatically increased. Don’t wait until something happens to find out your coverage has not. Free insurance review for all Ashburn residents (mention this ad). 877-4-HOME-VA 703-430-5884 www.florczykagency.com. I Will Sell Your Home in 39 Days: Guaranteed! Or I’ll buy It! 1-800-747-0584 ext. 7752 Jamie Brooks / ReMax Select Properties. Serving You with a Passion for Perfection: The RCL Property team takes great pride in providing you with a professional, personalized, trustworthy and valuable real estate service. 20 plus year resident. Call Rick Ciccone 703-858-7205 or email Rick@RCLproperty.com Keller Williams Realty. www.RCLproperty.com. $mart Choice, Right Price! Offering 4-4.5% full service listings. Cash back to homebuyers! Aggressive marketing strategy! Free moving truck for clients! The difference is dedication! Call Kristine Price 703-3281025 or www.homesbykprice.com, Northern VA Resident for over 30 years, Samson Realty, LLC. Vacation Rental: Panama City Beach, Florida, world’s most beautiful beaches. Three bedroom, two bath, new beachfront condo. Features two large swimming pools (one heated), fitness center, two hot tubs, gas grills. Beautifully furnished. Low rates 703-858-2297 Peggy or Bill. A Time to Spring into Action: ‘No Money Down’ lenders can help you go from renting to owning, from owning to investing! Contact Sharon Peacock, Realtor, Re/Max Select Properties & AV resident, 703-307-2985, homes@sharonpeacock.com for details. SPECIAL INTEREST
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The Villager Classifieds Fun Women’s Night Out: Experience laughter and learning with Slumber Parties by Angie! Host a party and earn a free shopping spree. Request a catalog. Learn about our unique business opportunity. Call today 703-395-9857 http://www.slumberpartiesbyangie.com Laugh Out Loud: Join Ashburn’s first ladies’ club dedicated to laughter. Upcoming events: Jan. 20th X-MAS GIFT SWAP (Bring that gift you hate!) and trips to DC’s Improv Club, Atlantic City and Del Rio Comedy Club. For dates and times, email: beattyrk@wans.net Moms Club of Ashburn Village Area: An organization offering support to mothers holds meetings the third Monday of each month. We offer playgroups, field trips, Moms’ Night Out, and more! For more information, email ashburnmomsclub@yahoo.com or visit http:// www.geocities.com/ashburnmomsclub.
Babysitting & Pet sitting: Nicole Quigg, 13 years old. Very responsible and enjoys kids and pets. Please call 703-729-2460. Brother-Sister Team: Danielle McLean (16) will baby-sit or pet-sit, lots of experience. Brett McLean (13) will tutor or baby-sit, especially good with boys. Straight A student, Spectrum and honors classes. Please call 703-959-0452. Dog Sitting: Enrique Soto, 12 years old, dog lover, very responsible, and wants to take care of your dog. Call 703-346-2908. Foreign Language Skills Improvement Help: Krithika Ganesh, 17 years old, Spanish tutoring for levels 1 to 3. Available during weekends. Contact Krithika at 703-729-2321.
Not a Sales-Type but Love Fine Sterling Silver Jewelry? Host a party with jewelry so beautiful it almost sells itself. I’ll email your friends and bring the jewelry. January hostess bonus up to $375. Call: 703-244-4941. VILLAGE HELPERS Babysitter and/or Tutor: Ty Sheedlo, 13 years old. Great with kids. Babysitter training course and experience. All honors classes and Spectrum. Very patient and good at entertaining kids. Please call 703-729-2182. Babysitting and Pet Sitting: Melanie (age 14) and Neil (age 12) Hartman. Please call 703-729-2453. Babysitting and Pet Sitting: Jessica Feddersen, 13 years old. Certified babysitter. Great with kids and pets! Babysits ages 1 year old and up. Also available as a mother’s helper. Ashburn Village Resident. Contact Jessica at 571-271-9002. Babysitting: Brice Pinson, age 13. Will baby-sit 6 months on up. 3 years experience (can provide references). Please call 703-729-5642. Babysitting/Pet Sitting/Tutoring: Mackenzie Scofield, 14 years old, 4+ years of experience as a Village Helper, with significant repeat business and references upon request. Babysits for newborn - 12 years of age. Contact Mackenzie at 703-858-9707. May 1, 2007
Third Tuesday Book Club You are invited to join a wonderful group of Ashburn women at the THIRD TUESDAY BOOK CLUB. The conversation is lively as we discuss our latest book selection from 7:15 PM-8:15 PM at Panera (on Ryan Road and Ashburn Village Blvd. by the “new Giant” and Home Depot). The book selections are varied and everyone’s interest is accommodated. Want more information? Email Karen Guthrie at thirdtuesdaybookclub@yahoo.com or call Karen at 703-727-5587. 45
Community Policing Corner (cont’d from page 13)
rules and regulations as posted at all of the waterways and in your governing documents. Licenses can be obtained from any local sporting goods store. Solicitor Season It is the season for door-to-door salesmen to begin knocking on your doors during dinner time. The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors realizes that some of these individuals can be aggressive and intimidating for some residents. Loudoun County Codified Ordinance 828.04 requires registration with the Sheriff prior to peddling or soliciting within the county. The individuals should have a Sheriff’s Office solicitor’s license in their possession at all times while conducting business. This license should display their personal information (includes a description of the person), employer information, a description of the services they are selling and the signature of the Sheriff. Many solicitors also carry business identification; however this does not discharge them from complying with the requirements of 828.04. In addition, Codified Ordinance 828.08 provides for a standard of conduct that must be adhered to by doorto-door salesmen. This includes identifying themselves when entering upon another’s property, leaving the property when requested by the homeowner and conducting themselves in an “orderly and lawful manner” at all times. In addition, sales may not be conducted door-to-door between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. Residents are encouraged to contact the Sheriff’s Office Non-Emergency phone number at 703-777-1021 if they believe a salesman is not complying with the county ordinance. A deputy will be dispatched to the area to investigate the complaint. Questions about the ordinance may be directed to the Community Policing Office at 703-729-0581 x123.
Advertiser Index May Advertisers Ashburn Academy of Ballet ............................. 11 Ashburn Children’s Dentistry .......................... 21 Ashburn Eyecare Associates - Dr. Robert Allen ... 15 Ashburn Farm Animal Hospital ........................ 33 Ashburn Ice House .......................................... 16 Ashburn Village Animal Hospital ...................... 31 Curry’s Auto Service ....................................... 10 Wesley Daczkowski, DDS ................................ 9 D&D Siding and Roofing ................................. 12 D3ntist ............................................................. 19 Ellington & Hulbert Family Dentistry .................. 7 Harris Home Service ....................................... 32 Ike Lans DDS & Associates ............................ 48 Joe Kurnos Real Estate Group - Re/Max Premier .... 2 Mastercraft Custom Carpentry ....................... 34 Meadows Farms ............................................. 17 Jamie Munizza, Realtor ................................... 30 Olde World Painting ........................................ 35 RCC Partners ................................................. 37 Ronald Ray Dentistry ...................................... 30 Stream Valley Vet Hospital ............................... 28 The Boyd School ............................................... 6 The MIddleburg Bank ...................................... 28 John Wiger DDS/Orthodontics ....................... 35 Zampiello Paint Contractors ............................ 11
Deputy Specialist Craig Schleiden Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office Community Policing Unit - Ashburn Village 20585 Ashburn Village Blvd 703-729-0581 x123 communitypolicing@ashburnvillage.org Report Suspicious Activity: 703-777-1021 In an Emergency: 911 46
The Ashburn Villager
May 1, 2007
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