2008 October Villager by Mark Carlson

Community Yard Sale October 11 - Rain date October 12

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OCTOBER 2008

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Annual Meeting and Board Elections Read more about the candidates starting on page 12. on

Mark “Doug” Carls

Chris Hettinge

Bob Graham

David Aust

Perry Immerman

Richard Nutwell Lester Benit

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Board of Directors President

Mark “Doug” Carlson dcarlson@ashburnvillage.org remainder of 2008 term

Inside This Issue Monthly Departments

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Vice President

Richard Nutwell rnutwell@ashburnvillage.org 2006 – 2008 Term Secretary

Jennifer Horvath jhorvath@ashburnvillage.org 2007–2009 Term

Featured Information

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Treasurer

Perry Immerman pimmerman@ashburnvillage.org 2006–2008 Term David Austin 703-729-0832 (home) daustin@ashburnvillage.org 2006–2008 Term Bob Graham bgraham@ashburnvillage.org remainder of 2008 term Carl M. Levine clevine@ashburnvillage.org 2006 – 2008 Term Need to contact the Board? Email messages can be sent to bod@ashburnvillage.org

Board Meeting Information The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Directors will be held at 6:00 p.m. on October 28, 2008 at the Lakes Recreation Center, 44078 Cheltenham Circle. There will also be a meeting of the Board to discuss the 2009 budget on October 6th at 6:00 p.m. at the Lakes Recreation Center. Any additional meetings that are necessary will be posted on the message boards and on the Association website.

President’s Report Lakeshore Condo News Around the Village Pavilion News Ashburn Volunteer Fire & Rescue

Ashburn Mom’s Club 2008 Annual Board Elections Board Candidates Community Yard Sale

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31 Critter Corner 32 Housing Report 33 Neighborhood Watch Community News & Information

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Homeowner Board Member Association Staff Committee Meeting Dates Calendar

Advertising

41 Classified Advertising 50 Advertiser Index 50 Rate Card The Villager is published monthly by the Ashburn Village Community Association, Inc., for the residents of Ashburn Village.

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Committee Meetings

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Association Staff Management Team

Jim Tracy, x101 General Manager jtracy@ashburnvillage.org Crishana Loritsch, CMCA®, AMS®, x102 Resident Services Manager cloritsch@ashburnvillage.org Mark Schnupp, x104 Facilities & Grounds Manager mschnupp@ashburnvillage.org Gail Fishkin-Ogle, x103 Finance & HR Manager gogle@ashburnvillage.org Office Staff

Jennefer Williams, x123 Covenants Administrator jwilliams@ashburnvillage.org Taycha Wolfries, x107 Covenants Assistant twolfries@ashburnvillage.org Lyn Laws, x100 Member Services & Newsletter Coordinator llaws@ashburnvillage.org Robin Jarrell, x109 Accounts Payable rjarrell@ashburnvillage.org Katrina Bilikha, x124 Accounts Receivable kbilikha@ashburnvillage.org Adam Puffinburger Facilities & Grounds Supervisor McKane Goldizen Facilities & Grounds Assistant Neil Puffinburger Facilities & Grounds Assistant 4

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Check Village message boards and our website for any last minute changes and for important information. Message boards are located on Ashburn Village Boulevard at the Farmwell 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 Annual Meeting Thursday, October 23, 6:00 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle Board of Directors (BOD) Tuesday, October 28, 6:00 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle Architectural (AERC) Tuesday, October 7, 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 21, 6:00 p.m. ACVA Office, Courtland Drive Budget & Finance (B&FC) Monday, October 13, 6:00 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle Competitive Swimming Committee (AVCSC) Thursday, October 9, 7:30 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle Facilities & Grounds (F&GC) Monday, October 13, 6:00 p.m. Mills Recreation Center, Grottoes Drive Lakes & Ponds (L&PC) Wednesday, October 15, 7:00 p.m. Mills Recreation Center, Grottoes Drive Neighborhood Watch (NHW) Tuesday, October 14, 7:00 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle Recreation and Community Events (R&CEC) Wednesday, October 1, 7:00 p.m. Sports Pavilion Tennis (AVTC) Wednesday, October 8, 7:00 p.m. Woods Recreation Center, Louisa Drive

president ’ s report

Doug Carlson President dcarlson@ashburnvillage.org remainder of 2008 term

Greetings, fellow Villagers! I trust that you all enjoyed some time off this past summer with family and friends, or at least soaked in a few rays poolside or on the beach. I am always amazed at how fast summer flies by. As we welcome fall, we are fast approaching several annual events while closing another chapter on a very productive and exciting summer in the Village. My column this month will focus on a few of the Village’s annual rights of passage. Before I begin however, it is with great sadness that I report that our General Manager, Melissa Flewellyn, has resigned. Melissa came to us two years ago as our Finance Manager. She was promoted to General Manager in May of 2007. Melissa has helped Ashburn Village find its way through several difficult chapters, and has also been a savior on several occasions when the chips were down. She guided us in changing our budgetary thinking and financial operation in general, and she never waivered when it came to getting the job done. It was a difficult decision, but Melissa has decided to spend more time with her children and perhaps do some freelance consulting. The entire Board and AVCA Staff wish her all the best! Thank you for your dedication and hard work, Melissa. You will be missed. Now that VillageFest has passed, our Annual Meeting is right around the corner. Very soon, each homeowner of record will receive the Official Notice of Annual Meeting along with a proxy and ballot. The meeting will be held on Thursday, October 23rd at the Lakes Recreation Center. Registration will begin at 6:00 PM and the meeting will be called to order at 6:30 PM. During this annual meeting, we elect residents to serve as members of the Board of Directors. However, this year is slightly unique. With some

recent Board turnover, we have six Board seats up for election. In order to maintain staggered terms, the four candidates who receive the most votes will serve two-year terms. The two candidates with the next highest number of votes will serve for one year. This year, we have seven declared candidates for the open seats. Please take a moment and read through the candidate petitions and letters, complete your proxy and ballot, and return them in accordance with the notice instructions. Currently the BOD, standing Committees and Staff are busy working on the annual budget. We have convened two meetings at this point and exchanged many emails regarding the FY09 budget. During this process, we are working to create a financially responsible spending plan that takes into account all the needs of the Village. Highlights of the draft budget include a concerted effort to renew our landscaping, work towards controlling lake algae, installation of a new entrance feature and starting the groundwork for a revitalization of the Sports Pavilion complex. I would encourage anyone who is interested in the draft budget to contact the staff for a copy. The current Board of Directors will vote on the budget in the first of two Board meetings that will be held Tuesday, October 28th. The first meeting will be short and will close out the current Board term along with any outstanding business including the budget approval. The second meeting will seat the new Board and begin the new term. In closing, I encourage all Village residents to complete and return their ballots prior to the annual meeting. This year we have a real “horse race”, with more candidates than available Board seats. Make your vote count! See you around the Village! The Villager

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Important Numbers Ashburn Library (703) 737-8100 Ashburn Volunteer Fire Department (703) 729-0006 AVCA Office Direct Dial (703) 723-7910 Fax Line (703) 478-8583 E-mail avca@ashburnvillage.org Website www.ashburnvillage.org 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 (571) 252-2350 Broad Run High School (571) 252-2300 Dominion Trail Elementary (571) 252-2340 Farmwell Station Middle School (571) 252-2320

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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

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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

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2008 Annual Board Elections During the June Board of Directors Meeting, the 2008 Annual Meeting date was set to be held on October 23, 2008 beginning at 6:00 PM at the Lakes Recreation Center. This year, the homeowners of Ashburn Village will elect six homeowners to the Board. Only property owners in good standing with the Association can run for the Board and participate in the Annual Meeting process. Of the six Directors elected this year, four will serve until October 2010, and the two successful candidates with the least number of votes will serve until October

2009 (filling out the terms of Rick Clements and Dorothy Shannon, former members of the Board of Directors). Jennifer Horvath, who was elected last year, will complete the final year of her two-year term. Portions of this Villager are dedicated to providing you with the information about the candidates that have decided to run for the Board. This is your opportunity to read all about these homeowners and their ideas for Ashburn Village. Candidate information is also posted on the AVCA website at www.ashburnvillage.org.

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October 5-11 During Fire Prevention Week, Test Fire Alarms, Check Your Habits, Plan to Escape Home can be your shelter from the storm. Home, according to American writer and philosopher Elbert Hubbard, is the abode of the heart. But home can also be a dangerous place as attested to by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The NFPA reports that fire departments answered calls to nearly 400,000 home fires in 2006. That is why the theme of 2008’s Fire Prevention Week (October 5-11) is ‘It’s Fire Prevention Week. Prevent Home Fires!’ The leading causes of home fires are associated with cooking, heating, electrical problems and smoking. To protect your home, follow these guidelines. • Beware of leaving flammables on or near the stove, including paper plates, plastic bags, pot holders and oven mitts. In 2005, 67 percent of home fires started with the range or stove. • Don’t leave the kitchen when you are using the stovetop or broiling in the oven. If you have to answer the door or tend to the children, turn the stove off until you get back.

• Watch your candles. Use a proper candle holder and place it away from flammables. Extinguish the candle if you will be out of the room for a time or when you leave the house. • Immediately replace any damaged electrical cords. If you have small children, install tamperresistant electrical receptacles. • Keep lamps and light bulbs away from curtains, bedding and anything else that can burn. • Install and test your fire alarms and carbon monoxide alarms. • Turn off space heaters when you go to bed or leave a room for any length of time. • If you smoke, do it outside. Never smoke in a house where oxygen is present. Keep any lighters or matches locked up out of the reach of children. Deaths from residential fires occur most frequently between midnight and 4 a.m. when the smoke and darkness can cause confusion. Be sure everyone knows two ways to get out of the house. Have them practice finding their exits with their eyes closed. If a window is involved, be sure it’s easy to open.

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The Legacy of Christopher Columbus In grade school, most people learned Columbus discovered America. For all practical purposes this is true, but today we do know of other adventurers. Though Leif Erikson and others had set foot on the continent, their landings did not lead to developments and commerce. The voyages of Christopher Columbus alone opened up the new world for trade and settlement by European peoples. American cities and parks named after Columbus justly honor a man of great courage. Statues of Christopher Columbus recognize the extreme hardships of his four voyages as he and a handful of men sailed utterly into the unknown. Although Columbus’ legacy in recent years has been sullied by those who attempt to overlay 21st century values on a 15th century man, most agree that Columbus’ accomplishment is a triumph of individual effort and vision. Columbus had to overcome the superstitions and political pitfalls of his own world to open the way to a new one. The Villager

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Carlson Candidacy for board

Doug Carlson Announces Candidacy for Board

As part of the elections process, each candidate was asked by the Elections Committee to submit a Letter of Introduction with their petition. Here is Mr. Carlson’s letter: My fellow Ashburn Village residents, my name is Doug Carlson, and I am a candidate for your Board of Directors. There are many reasons why I am once again running for a seat on the Board. First, I thoroughly enjoyed serving the community as a Director in the past. I also appreciate the trust recently placed in me when the current Board appointed me to serve the remainder of Rick Clements’ term. Finally, the driving factor behind my candidacy is the strong sense of fulfillment and accomplishment I get through volunteering for our community. During my two previous terms on the Board, I had the pleasure of serving as the Assistant Treasurer and Treasurer. During that time I spearheaded changes in several key financial policies. My first accomplishment was to ensure that all homeowners make the same monthly contribution for common expenses, such as electricity to light our streetlights and the upkeep of all common areas. The second was to require that all unused assessments for utilities and snow removal be carried over to the next fiscal year, thereby reducing contributions for those expenditures during the next assessment period. Finally, one of my proudest accomplishments was the creation of our own in-house full time accounting department, which has saved Village residents tens of thousands of dollars annually. The Board has a tremendous responsibility for the preservation and upkeep of the Association’s assets. In addition, the Directors are responsible for strategic planning to ensure that Ashburn Village remains one of the premier communities within Loudoun County. To that end, Ashburn 12

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Village’s many valuable assets are aging. The time is now to begin planning for the long-term improvement, replacement and maintenance of these assets. Once elected, I will work with the Board members and our staff to establish a maintenance management system, which will ensure timely inspections, preventative maintenance, and replacement of Village assets as necessary. I will also focus my efforts on long term planning for the eventual rehabilitation of Ashburn Village’s crown jewel, the Sports Pavilion. Many of us purchased our homes within Ashburn Village because of this amenity. Now, years later, she is beginning to show her age. The role of a Director is challenging on many levels. A person must be able to look beyond the surface of an issue and gauge the entire situation. He or she must set aside their own personal opinions, listen to all sides and understand all aspects of the underlying rules, covenants and regulations before taking a decision on any matter. The Board must also look towards the future and understand how to plan for the long term growth and continued preservation of values for all homeowners. During these uncertain economic times, we need strong leaders who will ensure that the value of homeowners’ assets will remain intact. My experience during two previous terms on the Board, coupled with my work on the Budget and Finance committee, uniquely qualify me to help create a fiscally responsible future for the residents of Ashburn Village. I kindly ask for your vote in October. ( C ontinued on next page)

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From Mr. Carlson’s Candidate Petition:

4. H ow would you balance the need for maintaining the Village’s amenities while controlling annual assessments? By establishing maintenance standards and practices and constant rolling revitalization of the community common amenities coupled with sound fiscal policy.

1. Why are you running for the Board? I am running for the Board to continue my volunteer service to our community and to help maintain Ashburn Village as the premier allaround community within Loudoun County. 2. How do you view the role of a Director? The primary role of a Director is one of strategic planner. The Board’s principal objective needs to be the preservation/improvement of the common property, facilities and general well-being of our community. 3. How will you gain a sense of how the various residential neighborhoods (e.g., single family, townhome, condo, 55+) view a particular issue? By making myself available to the residents, attending committee meetings, listening to all sides of an issue before taking a decision.

5. D o you or your children participate in programming at the Sports Pavilion? Yes. Both of my children have participated in Pavilion sponsored programs such as ASAP, RISE, Aqua Jets, and mini-camps. We also attend Village Fest and the Fourth of July events. 6. W hat experience, professionally and personally, will guide you as a Director on the Board? I have served on two previous AVCA Boards as Treasurer and on the Budget and Finance Committee for four years.

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austin C andidacy for board

Dave Austin Announces Candidacy for Board

As part of the elections process, each candidate was asked by the Elections Committee to submit a Letter of Introduction with their petition. Here is Mr. Austinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s letter: My wife, Gerry, and I have been residents of Ashburn Village since Dec of 1988 and have enjoyed every minute of it. During the past 19+ years I have volunteered to represent the community in several areas including Budget and Finance for seven years, member of the Board of Directors/14y, serving as President for four terms, Treasurer/1y and board liaison to the Facilities and Grounds Committee for four years. I have found the tasks and challenges in resolving Village issues to be both interesting and educational. While most of my time was spent on internal policies, procedures, issues, management, etc. many of the challenges I took either as the lead or support in resolving were with our developer or with external organizations such as the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, Loudoun county Sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department or the Loudoun County Court System. I have also worked with other local developers where their developments were adjacent to Ashburn Village property. Most of the external tasks were of a nature to improve situations within the Village or to effect influence over future plans for Loudoun County activities. As the President I was responsible for leading our Board of Directors in transitioning management from the Developer, AVDC, to Ashburn Village Community Association and the AVSP from the Foundation to AVCA. Our Ashburn Village is at a point where much of our community has matured. As a result it is imperative that we commit to upgrading our lakes, ponds, landscape and facility maintenance programs. For the 2008 budget planning I, as the Treasurer, included additional budget resources for both the Lakes and Ponds and Facilities and 14

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Grounds Committees. In addition I was able to add additional funding, $200K, for a Capital Improvement Program. This additional funding was approved by the Board of Directors. Subsequent to that the board provided a questionnaire to the community for input on improvement projects. As of this time one of the projects, new Pavilion Lake lights, has been nearly completed. It will be my objective to again attempt to influence additional funding for improving our amenities. It has taken both Ashburn Village Development Association (AVDC) and the Ashburn Village Community Association (AVCA) over 20 years to create the Village that we now call home. There is still some more development, the Executive Center at the Rt 7 and Ashburn Village Boulevard and two smaller sections on lower Gloucester Boulevard/Marblehead areas, to be completed by the developer and new landowner in the near future that we need remain cognizant of activities in these sections. It has been our board of directors and committees responsibility to maintain and upgrade, where necessary, all that we have been given through providing a sufficient budget and effective management of our AVCA staff and to continually be aware of any new planning which includes the Loudoun County plan for changes to the RT 7/ Ashburn Village Boulevard interchange. My objective as a member of the board of directors has been and will continue to be to attain a budget satisfactory to maintaining our Village while providing enhancements where necessary and to ensure effective compliance to our covenants as required. I am retired from the USAF (with six prior years ( C ontinued on next page)

Austin C andidacy for board in the USMC), NASA and private firms and currently spend part time as a substitute teacher in the Loudoun School System along with being a volunteer with Traveler’s Aid at Dulles International Airport and participating in the Marine Corps League Toys 4 Tots Program. Educationally I have an MBA from the Univ of Dayton and a BGE from the Univ of Nebraska, Air Command and Staff College and many technical and management courses from Air Force Institute of Technology and NASA. As a dedicated elected member of the board I do keep my home phone number listed in the Villager for any homeowner to contact me at any time. With this broad background in representing and ensuring overall effective management of Ashburn Village I believe that I am well qualified and capable of continuing to support Ashburn Village as a member of the AVCA Board of Directors thus am asking for your vote of confidence in keeping me on the Board of Directors.

From Mr. Austin’s Candidate Petition: 1. Why are you running for the Board? I and my wife have lived here since the very earliest days of Ashburn Village and have observed its growth. I have served on the BOD for 14 of those 19+ years with an objective of attaining and maintaining the Village in as safe, desirable and pristine a manner as possible. That has been my objective and will continue to be. 2. How do you view the role of a Director? There are three aspects of being a member of the board of directors. First of all a director must be fiduciarily responsible for overall management of Ashburn Village including management of the annual budget, secondly responsive to our customers who are the residents of the community and aware of external forces that may impact the safety, security and welfare of our community. 3. H ow will you gain a sense of how the various residential neighborhoods (e.g., single family, townhome, condo, 55+) view a particular issue? First of all I have resided in the Village long

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enough to know of the problems and issues related to the various types of dwellings that we have here. Secondly my background and experience is used to evaluate problems and issues on an individual basis taking into account our local laws and requirements, AVCA governing documents and any other relevant factors. Each problem/issue should be looked at on its own merits in conjunction with all laws, policies and governing documents. 4. How would you balance the need for maintaining the Village’s amenities while controlling annual assessments? AVCA is a multi-million dollar business which has a direct impact on over 5000 homeowners/ dwelling units. In order to maintain the value of the Village the amenities, including facilities, ponds, common areas, etc. must be maintained and updated regularly. The directors have an obligation to control costs, including cost of operation, by thoroughly analyzing all costs while developing an appropriate assessment for each type of residential and commercial unit. 5. Do you or your children participate in programming at the Sports Pavilion? Not often as my children and grandchildren live in other communities. 6. What experience, professionally and personally, will guide you as a Director on the Board? Along with my experience with the BOD (14 years as a member of the BOD), member of the Budget and Finance Committee (1991-1997, Treasurer (2007)) and board liaison to the Facilities and Grounds Committee, (currently), President of the BOD for four of those years, I have an MBA, have been both a manger/director in engineering and procurement organizations, Program Manager, Quality Assurance Program Manager, and a retired AF Officer. Managing people, budget and technical tasks and my education and experience provides a significant level of management ability to observe and analyze problems, people and issues which must be impartially resolved by the BOD. The Villager

Oct 08

B enitez C andidacy for board

Lester Benitez Announces Candidacy for Board

As part of the elections process, each candidate was asked by the Elections Committee to submit a Letter of Introduction with their petition. Here is Mr. Benitez’s letter: Hello Ashburn Village Neighbors! My name is Lester I. Benitez, and although I may be Guatemalan by birth, I am American by heart. I came to this country, and more specifically the Washington DC area, in 1989. Part of my American Dream has always been to belong to a community just like Ashburn Village. This is a neighborhood that has helped to develop me personally and professionally. Here, my wife and I established and continue to grow our company, Let’s Roll Painting. Here we live a healthy, safe, and good life. For this reason I want to give something back to the community that has given me so much by serving on the Board of Directors. Fortunately I have had great opportunities to study in, live in, and visit many places in the world. These experiences have prepared me in a unique way to understand the multicultural aspects of a typical American community just like Ashburn, as well as connect with people from all walks of life. Also, since most of my company’s business comes from Ashburn, I am able to see and experience many of the concerns of individuals in our community on a daily basis. I feel that I can be a much-needed link among not only all Ashburn Village residents, but especially to those who may not be American by birth, but have come to Ashburn Village to make it their home, grow a family, and integrate themselves into this wonderful area and culture. I have made that journey and understand their experience. I look forward to the opportunity to represent all facets of the Ashburn Village population to the best of my ability, while at the same have the chance to dive in deeper to this community that I call home. 16

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From Mr. Benitez’s Candidate Petition: 1. Why are you running for the Board? I am participating in this election for several reasons. First, as a contractor that has daily contact with Ashburn Village residents from all walks of life, I am in a unique position to hear fellow residents’ concerns and understand their lives. Second, as a small business owner that is financially dependent on this community, I have a vested interest in maintaining the high standards of property maintenance, common area preservation, and neighbor relations that Ashburn Village is widely known for. And thirdly, with the growing number of Latino and Hispanic residents both purchasing homes in the Village and renting here, it is important that there is someone on the Board with the language skills necessary to provide assistance to community members. 2. How do you view the role of a Director? Being a Director is a great responsibility. As a Director, one is a voice for our neighbors. In my case in having continual contact with my neighbors through my business, I am able to be a voice for my community members. 3. How will you gain a sense of how the various residential neighborhoods (e.g., single family, townhome, condo, 55+) view a particular issue? I work with Ashburn Village residents from all age groups and walks of life on a daily basis through my company. I meet with families and retirees, as well as single residents and property owners renting out a house or condo that they own here. If I am granted the opportunity to serve on the Board, I look forward to continue ( C ontinued on next page)

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meeting my neighbors and developing relationships all across the community. 4. How would you balance the need for maintaining the Village’s amenities while controlling annual assessments? It is always a difficult line to walk, but a reasonable monthly assessment that allows our community to continue to offer unique amenities to residents is the goal. On one hand, Ashburn Village and its residents must work to preserve the level of beauty and property maintenance that it is known for. We all chose to live in Ashburn Village because of its beautiful design and generous amenities, and all who own property here benefit from high standards. That is especially true during hard times when there are so many homes for sale in Northern Virginia. Ashburn will fair the “housing crisis” better than most areas because of what we have to offer here that will attract prospective home buyers. That is why it is so important to maintain this community. At the same time that all enjoy these features, we all pay our assessments and feel that additional

bill each month. A monthly assessment cannot be so burdensome that it greatly hinders a family’s ability to live here in Ashburn Village. 5. D o you or your children participate in programming at the Sports Pavilion? My wife and I frequent the Sports Pavilion facility and have participated in organized sports leagues. This year our company, Let’s Roll Painting, will be a sponsor of the VillageFest. We are excited to be a part of such a fun activity that brings our community together. 6. W hat experience, professionally and personally, will guide you as a Director on the Board? I am an outgoing, creative person and consider myself to be a problem-solver. These characteristics are essential in serving in an organization such as the Board of Directors. In addition, much of the work of a Director is to understand the business side of our community and my skills as a self-employed business owner will give me an advantage in this aspect of the position.

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G raham Candidacy for board

Bob Graham Announces Candidacy for Board

As part of the elections process, each candidate was asked by the Elections Committee to submit a Letter of Introduction with their petition. Here is Mr. Graham’s letter: My wife, Jana and I have been Ashburn Village residents for nearly 8 years now. We along with our 2 children, Brooke and Kayla, have been heavily involved in the community since moving here. We all spend almost every day at the Sports Pavilion either working out, after school care, swim practice, or just at the pool to swim and enjoy the amenities. I have been serving on the board for the past few months and have enjoyed every minute of it. Ashburn Village is at a point in its maturity where we as a community need to start looking at the maintenance and improvements needed to continue our reputation as one of the premier neighborhoods to live. We need to continue or commitment to the upkeep of our beautiful lakes and ponds, landscaping along or common areas and our numerous facilities. Our community centers are a big part of our communities’ family events and neighborhood events and our Sports Pavilion is a one of a kind facility that has our neighboring residents jealous. The board has a tremendous responsibility to be objective and have every resident’s best interest in mind while making decisions that affect us all as Ashburn Village Residents. I am willing to take on that responsibility and that is why I am asking for your vote in October.

From Mr. Graham’s Candidate Petition: 1. Why are you running for the Board? I want to keep Ashburn Village as one of the premier neighborhoods to live. 2. How do you view the role of a Director? The primary role for of a director is to continually plan and strategize to improve and maintain the Ashburn Village community. 3. How will you gain a sense of how the various residential neighborhoods (e.g., single family, townhome, condo, 55+) view a particular issue? By listening to their issues with an objective and open approach. 4. How would you balance the need for maintaining the Village’s amenities while controlling annual assessments? By working with the other board members and Management staff to develop a maintenance plan coupled with an objective annual assessment plan. 5. Do you or your children participate in programming at the Sports Pavilion? I have 2 children that are heavily involved with the Sports Pavilion. My youngest daughter participates in the after school program and both of my children are members of the Blue Wave and AquaJets swim team. My wife and I use the Sports Pavilion on a daily basis. 6. What experience, professionally and personally, will guide you as a Director on the Board? I served as the Chairman of the swim committee and I am currently on the board for 2008.

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I mmerman Candidacy for board

Perry Immerman Announces Candidacy for Board

As part of the elections process, each candidate was asked by the Elections Committee to submit a Letter of Introduction with their petition. Here is Mr. Immerman’s letter: I have been a resident of Ashburn Village for more than 11 years. I have served on the Ashburn Village Board of Directors for 2 ½ years. I served on the Lakes and Ponds committee for more than 10 years, and worked closely with Budget and Finance, Tennis, and Sports Pavilion Committees. I believe Ashburn Village is a wonderful community in which to live and I want to do what I can to help keep our community healthy. Having served in Ashburn Village on the Lakes and Ponds Committee, having served on the Board as interim treasurer, having worked closely with Budget and Finance, Tennis, Sports Pavilion committees, and Ashburn Village staff, and having successfully served as a leader in many other civic organizations, I believe I can now best serve Ashburn Village as a member of our Board of Directors. I spend my days in the community, on our trails, in our facilities meeting neighbors. I hear what many of our neighbors want in our community. I understand the challenges we face as a diverse community and as individuals. During my time as a Board member, I tried to consider the priorities of members of our diverse community. We focused on maintaining what we all like in Ashburn Village: our facilities, our trails, our landscape, our lakes, property appearance and our many programs. We did all this, while keeping our homeowner dues among the most reasonable our county. I have more than three decades of experience working with people as they live and function in a covenantguided environment. I am good at listening to people, analyzing situations, and resolving issues. I have both the time and the skills to be a good member of the Ashburn Village Board of Directors.

I hope that my friends and neighbors continue to have confidence in me and elect me to the Board of Directors for the 2008-2010 term. I am confident that I will serve our community well.

From Mr. Immerman’s Candidate Petition: 1. Why are you running for the Board? I want to serve my community. I have ability and interest which will benefit the association. 2. How do you view the role of a Director? Represent and serve the general interests of homeowners according to Board charter. 3. How will you gain a sense of how the various residential neighborhoods (e.g., single family, townhome, condo, 55+) view a particular issue? I spend hours each day in the neighborhood outdoors and in facilities. I speak to many residents. 4. How would you balance the need for maintaining the Village’s amenities while controlling annual assessments? We must have a balanced view of what people want and what we can afford. I have four decades experience balancing budgets and controlling expenses. 5. Do you or your children participate in programming at the Sports Pavilion? I use the Pavilion facilities year-round. 6. What experience, professionally and personally, will guide you as a Director on the Board? I have 40+ years leadership in public and private sectors. Reputation as fair member of board 2 years. The Villager

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Hettinger Candidacy for board

Chris Hettinger Announces Candidacy for Board

As part of the elections process, each candidate was asked by the Elections Committee to submit a Letter of Introduction with their petition. Here is Mr. Hettinger’s letter: From Mr. Hettinger’s Candidate Petition: 1. Why are you running for the Board? There are currently not enough residents running to meet AVCA requirements. 2. How do you view the role of a Director? The primary role of the BOD is to assemble the annual budget and monitor its execution. 3. How will you gain a sense of how the various residential neighborhoods (e.g., single family, townhome, condo, 55+) view a particular issue?

By listening to them. 4. H ow would you balance the need for maintaining the Village’s amenities while controlling annual assessments? Maintain what we currently have, remove what becomes unnecessary or cost prohibitive, and improve by adding services and amenities through a common sense approach. 5. D o you or your children participate in programming at the Sports Pavilion? We use the common facilities, but do not often participate in the programming due to the schedule and timing of the classes. 6. W hat experience, professionally and personally, will guide you as a Director on the Board? 8 years on Ashburn Village’s Budget & Finance Committee.

Election Day: November 4 • Check your voter registration now. • Familiarize yourself with the candidates and the issues. • Check your polling place location so you know where to vote. • VOTE on November 4! Democracy needs YOU.

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Nutwell Candidacy for board

Richard Nutwell Announces Candidacy for Board As part of the elections process, each candidate was asked by the Elections Committee to submit a Letter of Introduction with their petition. Here is Mr. Nutwellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s letter:

Dear Fellow Ashburn Village Homeowner: This is my letter of introduction and my request that you support my candidacy for the Ashburn Village Homeowners Association Board of Directors. My family and I moved to the Village in 1994. I am the proud father and stay at home parent of a fourteen-year-old son and a ten-year-old daughter. We have watched with pleasure as the Village has grown and matured into a wonderful place to live. I have served one term as President of the board, and several terms as Vice President. Before my election to the board I was an active member of the Lakes and Ponds Committee. I also have actively volunteered in classroom activities at Dominion Trail Elementary School for the past nine years. I am retired with over 30 years of experience in Human Resource Management, serving as a Human Resource Director for over 20 years. In that capacity I had extensive experience in planning and implementing quality of life programs. I was also responsible for leading large offices with substantial budgets. I am primarily running for the BOD because while I fervently believe that Ashburn Village, in total, is arguably the premier place to make a home in all of Loudoun County, I know that only by continual hard work of a dedicated, focused and knowledgeable board can we retain that distinction. I know of the many challenges we face. To list a few the aging buildings most importantly

the Sports Pavilion, overgrown, poorly planned landscaping in some places and totally insufficient landscaping in other, lakes that increasingly need aggressive attention , and the continual updating and improvement of programs offered at the Sports Pavilion and in other places in the Village. But as I look around the Village or read the Villager I view with some measure of pride the projects I, and many others, caused to happen that in someway betters the Village. I will list several, not necessarily order of importance, but as I think of them. The under budget, more vandal resistant lights replacement around Pavilion Lake; the planting starting about six years ago of thousands of small trees, shrubs, and wild flowers around the lakes and other location in the village; the construction of a small stage and tiered seating at the Lakes Recreation center (at no cost to homeowners, paid for as an amenity enhancement by our developer); the improvement of lighting repair/replacement along our many roads (up until this year I saw at least one homeowner complaint a week on this subject, we now receive very few); the securing of a pledge for $500K from our developer to expand the Sports Pavilion, as part of their securing country approval to rezone land from light industrial use to age restricted; and the selection of a new trash pickup company three years ago, saving all homeowners a substantial amount every month during that period, compared with our former companies projected expense In conclusion I thank you for your taking the time to read this letter of introduction. If I am re-elected I promise you that I will continue to ( C ontinued on next page)

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R ichard N utwell for board take the role and responsibility as a director very seriously and continue to work diligently to serve you as an effective and productive board member. Any homeowner who is interested in discussing with me this letter or to make suggestions on any subject call me or email me at any time. My number is 703-729-0450. My email is rnutwell@ashburnvillage.org.

From Mr. Nutwell’s Candidate Petition 1. Why are you running for the Board? I am running for the Board to help ensure that Ashburn Village (my family’s long time home) stays the wonderful place to live it is today and becomes an even better place in the future. 2. How do you view the role of a Director? A director’s main role is to provide the overall leadership, vision and guidance necessary to appropriately plan and execute programs to meet the short and long term needs to our homeowners, the village infrastructure, and the permanent association staff. 3. How will you gain a sense of how the various residential neighborhoods (e.g., single family, townhome, condo, 55+) view a particular issue? Effective communication (being an effective listener) is one of the most important things a director can do. I will use a variety of formal processes. These include surveys of homeowner by association, and Sports Pavilion staff. In addition homeowners can send suggestion/concerns via email to directors or call me at home (phone number listed below). Other ways I gain views on issues is

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speaking directly talking to many homeowners at various places. As a stay home parent of two active children I hear first hand from fellow parents at schools, bus stops, sporting events, parties, play dates etc. I also frequently walk the many paths of the village and often talk to homeowners. 4. H ow would you balance the need for maintaining the Village’s amenities while controlling annual assessments? A key to this is proper long term planning (including cost analysis, examination of alternatives, etc.) and effective preventive maintenance. As a director I have found it is essential that this philosophy is continually communicated to our permanent staff and the various Committees. 5. D o you or your children participate in programming at the Sports Pavilion? My entire family is active in many Sports Pavilion programs. This usage has provided me first hand ability to evaluate not only specific programs offered but as importantly the general appearance/ambiance of the Pavilion. 6. What experience, professionally and personally, will guide you as a Director on the Board? My experience as a director for the past 7 years has provided me with a comprehensive knowledge of the challenges facing us is both the short and the long term. During this period I have gained a close working relationship with both local elected officials and law enforcement senior management. As a Human Resources Director I dealt with a multiciplicty of issues and challenges very similar to many we encounter in the village.

C.A.R.E. (Creating an Awareness and Responsibility for the Environment) Meeting October 31, 2008 Want to get healthy, save money and help the environment? Interested in drastically improving your family’s health? Want to know a few steps you can take to reduce your water and electric bills? Curious about which foods are seasonal and local (and therefore more nutritious)? Tired of seeing TVs and furniture in the trash? Find out the right way to dispose of almost anything and learn a lot more. Join your friends and neighbors as we kick off our new year of C.A.R.E. the last Friday of every month at 9:15 AM right here in the Village - 43880 Stronghold Court. September’s meeting featured a presentation by a Master Gardener from Loudoun County on planting native vegetation and backyard composting. Everyone is welcome. Hope to see you at our next meeting! For more information, please contact Kelley S. Davidson at 703-945-9069 or e-mail JRDKSD@ verizon.net. 22

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Around the village Crishana L. Loritsch, CMCA®, AMS® Resident Services Manager

The new school year has begun, and fall is in full swing. As we prepare to “fall back,” residents are reminded to not fall behind on those little things at your property that can turn into big problems down the road, not only for you but your neighbors. Trash and Recycling Reminders Please remember to properly secure your trash and recycling. Nothing gets under the skin of your neighbors so much as seeing trash and debris blowing down your neighborhood streets. A few minutes of careful attention will result in streets that have curb appeal and will maintain the overall pleasant aesthetic of your community. Additionally, please use the appropriate trash receptacles or bags for disposal. Tall kitchen bags and grocery store bags should not be used, as they are too thin and can be torn into by animals.

rid yourself of those items. Your “trash” could be another person’s treasure. Check out groups that encourage people to “recycle” their old goods and keep it from filling our landfills. Donate to your local church or charity. There are several online resources available to help you achieve a more simplified life with less stuff. One such source is www.freecycle.com.

Lot by Lot Inspections Update

Lawn and landscape care does not end with the growing season. Residents are strongly encouraged to continue weeding their lawns and flowerbeds to ensure their neat and orderly appearance. Also, as the weather gets cooler and the leaves begin to fall, promptly remove leaves from your yard so they do not scatter, taking over your yard and that of your neighbors. Make it fun! Before tackling your leaf job, make large piles and jump in them with your children. It’s a great stress reliever, and makes an otherwise mundane lawn maintenance chore a time that is fun for the family.

The Covenants Team is in the final push to complete the 2008 Lot by Lot inspections. Due to the recent inclement weather, some streets that were scheduled for September inspections were pushed back into October. In order to provide residents with the most up-to-date information regarding inspections, the calendar will be posted at the Association’s website, www.ashburnvillage.org. A reminder to our residents—if you see our Covenants Team out and about performing inspections, while we welcome the opportunity to greet you, please understand that Association policy prevents staff from discussing preliminary inspection results while out in the field. Questions regarding the inspection process can be directed to me at 703-723-7910, ext. 102. Your cooperation during this process is greatly appreciated.

Clear the Clutter

Are You Grounded?

Lawn Maintenance Reminders

Do you have more stuff than room in which to store it? Don’t be tempted to use your backyard as a storage area for broken or seldom-used items. Just because it’s in your backyard doesn’t mean that your neighbors can’t see it. Consider registering for the Association’s Community Yard Sale to

Over the past several weeks, the Association has received numerous calls regarding Comcast cables being improperly grounded throughout the Village. If your cable is not properly grounded, please contact Terry Saines of Comcast Cable at Terry_saines@cable.comcast.com. The Villager

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Do You Know a Good Contractor?

Common Area Courtesy

On a regular basis, residents contact the Association looking for reliable contractors. The Association does not have an approved contractor list, so it leaves very few options for our residents who would like a good reference. My office will be compiling a “Resident Referral Contractor List” over the next few months. If you know of a good contractor, please email me at cloritsch@ashburnvillage.org and reference “Contractor Referral” in the subject line. The list will be made available to residents once we have a good sampling of contractors. While we are compiling this list as a courtesy to our residents, however, it does not constitute endorsement by the Association.

You’ve heard of common courtesy. Well, I would like to encourage our residents to practice common area courtesy. Please do not litter on the common areas. Do properly curb your pets— don’t leave a mess for others to clean up. Cigarette butts belong in an ashtray, not on the Association’s common areas. Residents are asked to do their part to help maintain our common areas for everyone’s use and enjoyment. Have an idea for the Around the Village article? I welcome your feedback. Please email me at cloritsch@ashburnvillage.org with your suggestions. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks for reading!

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Pavilion N ews

Sports, Fitness, & Lots of Fun 20585 Ashburn Village Boulevard (703) 729-0581 AVSP@ashburnvillage.org www.ashburnsportspavilion.org Hours of Operation Monday - Friday 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Saturday - Sunday 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Policy Reminders 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.

AVSP Introduces...

AVSP Fall Feature

Sunday, October 26th, 2-4pm Wear your costumes to AVSP’s spooooookiest party of the year! The party will take place in the AVSP gymnasium for ages 2-11 years.

Schedule of Activities 2pm Refreshments 2:30-3:15pm Mad Science “Spook-tacular” 3:15-4pm Games & Prizes and Jack-O-Lantern Alley

Free admission with your AVSP membership card. No pre-registration necessary. For more information, contact Cam Miller, Activities Director at 703-729-0581 ext 112 or visit www.ashburnsportspavilion.org. AVSP GYMNASIUM CLOSED SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26th FOR HALLOWEEN PARTY

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Wednesdays, 8:30pm

Are you a swim instructor? Contact us today. Hip Hop

Belly Dancing American Tribal Style

Join the AVSP community! fun!

Saturdays

Saturday, October 11th 8am-1pm

Have some fun and learn some Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let your treasures go undiscovered! Participate with hundreds of moves while getting a great workout! your neighbors by setting up in your yard or driveway. You may post direcDays: Saturdays tional flyers the evening before the Time: Beginners 12:30-1:30pm event, but they must be removed no later Advanced 1-2pm than 6pm on October 12th. Fee: $10 for drop-ins Registration forms are available at the Classes going on now! To learn more AVSP Front Desk, in this issue of the or online at about instructor Stephanieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s V i l l a g e r www.ashburnsportspavilion.org. b a c k g r o u n d , v i s i t www.ashburnsportspavilion.org. For more information, please contact Yard Sale Maps will be available at the Lauren Shaver, Fitness Director at AVCA office (44025 Courtland Drive) and at the Sports Pavilion. lshaver@ashburnvillage.org.

Fit Camp

Wednesdays, 5:30am Beginning November 12th This fast paced, high intensity course combines resistance exercises, cardiovascular training and core work into one heart-pumping class. Instructor: Kristin Day: Wednesdays (Beginning Nov. 12th) Time: 5:30am Cost: $55 Register at the AVSP Front Desk. For more information on Fit Camp, contact Lauren Shaver, Fitness Director at lshaver@ashburnvillage.org.

Community Yard Sale

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For more inf ormation on the Community Yard Sale, please contact Cam Miller, Activities Director, at cmiller@ashburnvillage.org.

Indoor Tennis Season Tennis Bubble installation will begin on September 29th.

Weather permitting, the indoor tennis season will begin October 6th. Any questions regarding the 20082009 indoor tennis season, including rates, can be directed to Tom Schaeffer, Racquet Sports Director, at tschaeffer@ashburnvillage.org. Information can also be found on the web at www.ashburnsportspavilion.org.

AVSP Tidbits BOSU Basics & Beyond Beginning October 1

Improve your stability, strength & core while getting a great cardio workout! BOSUs are the key to a great total body workout!

Reminders and Extras!

Day:

Wednesdays (Oct. 1-22) Time: 6:15pm Cost: $50 for 4 sessions

Group Swim Lesson Registration The October Ashburn Village Resident swim lesson sign-ups will take place on October 1st at 7pm. To download a registration packet visit www.ashburnsportspavillion.org.

For more information on group swim lessons, please contact Kelly Thornton, Aquatics Program Coordinator at 703 729-0581 ext 157 or Registration is going on now! For kthornton@ashburnvillage.org. more information, please contact Lauren Shaver, Fitness Director, at Adult Group Swim Lessons 703-729-0581 ext 114.

Hip Hop

Wednesdays, 8:30pm Starting in October

Starting November 2nd, the AVSP Aquatics Department will be offering Adult Only Group Swim Lessons.

Hip Hop is a great cardio workout with There will be six 45 minute sessions. Prices are consistent with our other a funky flare. group lessons. Registration will take place October 1st at 7pm. Space is Day: Wednesdays limited! Further information will be inTime: 8:30pm Cost: $ 3 0 f o r 8 s e s s i o n s cluded in the Group Swim Registration or $4 for drop-in. (Min. 6 packets. Please contact Kelly Thornton, at 703-729-0581 ext 157, with any participants.) questions. For more information on Hip Hop, please contact Lauren Shaver, Fitness Director, at 703-729-0581 ext 114.

AVSP Thanksgiving Hours The Sports Pavilion Thanksgiving hours will be as follows:

Stay informed with going on at the Sports Pavilion. G o t o Wed., Nov. 26: www.ashburnsportspavilion.org to Thu., Nov. 27: Fri., Nov. 28: sign up today!

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Please visit www.ashburnsportspavilion.org to download the Pavilionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest Group Exercise, Gymnasium, and Indoor Pool schedules.

Teen Weight Training Certification Class October Schedule

Living healthy and fit!

This certification course is required of all members ages 12-15, in order to use the fitness center with parental supervision. 14-15 Year Olds Days: Monday & Wednesday October 6th & 8th Time: 4:30-5:30pm Cost: $13 12-13 Year Olds Days: Monday & Wednesday October 20th & 22nd Time: 4:30-5:30pm Cost: $13 Registration is going on now at the AVSP Front Desk.

Kid Fit

October 7th - 30th Tue. & Thu., 4:15-5pm This circuit-style class is held in the AVSP gym and group exercise studio. Days: Tue. & Thu. (Oct 7th - 30th) Time: 4:15 - 5pm Ages: 11 - 15 years Cost: $50 for 8 sessions Registration Ends: October 3rd Must register in person at the Front Desk. Payment is due at time of registration. For more information on Kid Fit, please contact Lauren Shaver, Fitness Director, at 703-729-0581 ext 114.

AVSP Welcomes Kelly Thornton! The Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion is happy to welcome Kelly Thornton, Aquatics Program Coordinator to the staff! Kelly and her family moved to Ashburn Village from Salt Lake City, Utah just over a year ago. In Salt Lake City, she attended the University of Utah and has worked for Delta Air Lines for 14 years. While living in Salt Lake, Kelly also worked and interned at several non-profit organizations such as YWCA, where she taught swimming lessons. She also worked with Teen Outreach program (teen mother program), Peer Leadership Team at Highland High School and the Arthritis Foundation. Kelly loves to work with different people but her passion is working with children. She is looking forward to organizing and coordinating the Aquatics program as well as teaching swimming lessons. Kelly can be reached at kthornton@ashburnvillage.org or 703-729-0581 ext 157.

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ashburn volunteer fire rescue department

Notes From Your Neighbors… Karleen Hagan Chair (703) 729-2103 Barbara J Murphy (703) 729-2051 www.ashburnfirerescue.org

Tips from Terry October is fall & cooler weather, and …Halloween - boo! It is a fun time for boys & girls, but this is when Mom & Dad really need to be extra careful. • Help pick out costumes that are fire proof. • Avoid masks – Use face paint instead! • If you set out some jack-o-lanterns with candles in them, make sure that they are far enough out of the way so that kids’ costumes won’t accidentally be set on fire. • BE Visible - Make sure your child carries a flashlight, glow stick or has reflective tape on their costume to make them more visible to cars. • ALWAYS, always have a responsible adult to supervise trick-or–treating. • Instruct your child to never go into the home of a stranger or get into their car. Stop only at familiar houses in your own neighborhood.

• Treating your kids to a spooky Halloween dinner will make them less likely to eat the candy they collect. • Instruct your children not to eat any treats until they bring them home to be examined by you. Interested in becoming a firefighter/EMT? We are always looking for new members. We NEED You!! We promise great job satisfaction – being there and trained to help your friends and neighbors when they need you! FREE training! Call 703-729-0006, or stop by the fire station & pick up an application. Attend a Prospective Member Meeting the last Tuesday of every month, 7 PM at the AVFRD, 20688 Ashburn Road. Pancake Breakfast – the FIRST Sunday of every month, Sept 28 (because of Open House date), November 2, 2008, 0800 AM till noon. Adults $6.00, Ages 3-8 $4.00, & seniors $5.00, under 3 is free. Join us for “Kid’s Corner!” Every month will feature a new surprise, a visit by a special guest, a craft project, etc. As always there is an opportunity for child and adult to tour the fire engines and ambulances that protect you every day. If you have a youth group that requires community service hours, contact Working on a labor of dldevito@yahoo.com. love for Grandparents The Villager

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Fall Open House October 5, 2008 1- 4 PM This FREE Community event gets bigger & better every time!! Fire Truck Rides, Moon Bounce, “Smoke House,” Balloon artist, Rescue helicopter, Silent auction, Popcorn, Cotton candy, and so much more! A family event full of safety made fun. This year we are featuring our First Annual Chili cook-off ! For Inquiries/FAQs/Rules www. ashburnrescue.org. Off site parking at Cedar Lane Elementary School (Tolomac Dr.) is strongly encouraged – Free shuttle bus to & from event. Thank you again for helping us increase community awareness

Christmas Shopping in October Saturday, October 18, 10- 4 PM Jewelry and candles and baskets, oh my… and many more! From Arbonne to Tupperware - Check out 20 + unique vendors with distinctive gift items – proceeds from all sales to benefit AVFRD. If you are a vendor & wish to participate, contact tina@ashburnfirerescue.org or call Tina Hoellerer at 703-342-8177.

Public Skate and Birthday Parties Public Skate Schedule September 2 to June 21, 2009 Monday - 9:00 to 11:00 AM and 4:30 to 5:30 PM Tuesday - 9:00 to 10:30 AM and 12:30 to 2:00 PM 3:30 to 5:30 PM (Cheapskates) Wednesday - 9:00 to 10:30 AM and 12:30 to 2:00 PM 9:00 to 10:00 PM (Adult Skate) Thursday - 12:30 to 2:00 PM and 6:00 to 7:00 PM Friday - 11:00 to 1:00 PM 8:00 to 9:30 PM (Friday Fun Skate) Saturday - 12:00 to 2:00 PM Sunday - 1:00 to 3:00 PM

Admission Rates:

Adults (13 and older): $7.00 Children (Under 13): $6.00 Seniors (65 and older): $5.00 Skate Rental: $3.00 Fun Skate: $7.00 Group Skate: $6.00 Cheapskates: $5.00

The Ashburn Ice House is a great Place to Have a Party Call our front desk at 703-858-0300 to reserve your party room today

Fall Learn To Skate Lessons for the Whole Family

We offer group skating lessons for ages 3 to adult. Class fees include... skate rental and public practice pass. Sign up today!

To Register go online www.ashburnice.com or Stop by our Front Desk. Spaces fill quickly!

A Great Place To Skate 30

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Do Cats need Clearasil?

Every so often, someone brings in a cat that has a big, fat lip. The owners wonder what could have caused it – a fight with the other cat? Cancer? A bad tooth? Most of the time, it’s due to “feline acne,” a condition that, unlike humans, doesn’t just affect “teenage” cats. It’s a condition that starts at about 1 year of age, and usually continues on for life, with periods of remission and exacerbation. It often begins as tiny plugs of dark material, like blackheads, around the shaft of the chin and lower lip. These do not bother your cat, although they may progress to red, infected bumps that can be itchy and painful. Permanent hair loss and loss of pigmentation may occur in chronic cases. It can be especially painful in advanced cases, and I’ve seen many cats stop eating all together because they hurt so much. The exact cause of feline acne is unknown. It is thought to be a disease in which an excessive amount of oil is produced from oil glands which then plugs up the hair follicles. I also have seen many cats develop chin acne secondarily from eating out of

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plastic bowls. It seems that if the cat is allergic to plastic, contact with the bowl causes the skin to be red and irritated, causing the cat to scratch the area with its feet and thereby starting a local infection. Other diseases can look very much like chin acne, such as a bacterial or fungal infection, or even mange mites. Testing the skin with cultures or skin scrapings is sometimes needed to help diagnose the problem and thus direct the treatment. My first advice to cat owners is to change food and water bowls to glass, ceramic, or steel. After that, try applying a topical antibiotic ointment such as Neosporin on the area. That’s what I do for our cat, Jill, when she gets these lesions. Other human topical agents containing Benzoyl peroxide can be used, but be careful if there is an open spot on the chin, because “kitty Clearasil” stings and it may send your cat scratching and clawing to get away. It takes about 5-7 days for feline acne to go away, so if it doesn’t, call your local veterinarian to have it more closely examined. Oral antibiotics or an injection of a short-acting steroid may be necessary.

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housing report

Jamie Munizza, RE/MAX Allegiance Ashburn Village Resident 703/858-5800

September 2008

Recent Ashburn Village Home Sales: July to August Comparison Month

July August

Single Family

Townhomes

Condos

# Sold/Avg. Price

% Change

# Sold/Avg. Price

% Change

# Sold/ Avg. Price

% Change

12 / $475,417 10 / $515,740

- + 8.5 %

18 / $289,733 17 / $297,926

- + 2.8 %

2 / $175,000 1 / $240,000

+ 37 %

Ashburn Village August Home Sales: 2007 – 2008 Comparison Month

Aug 07 vs. Aug 08

Single Family

Townhomes

Condos

# Sold/Avg. Price

% Change

# Sold/Avg. Price

% Change

# Sold/ Avg. Price

4 / $635,625

15 / $373,170

1 / $285,000

10 / $515,740

- 19 %

17 / $297,926

- 20 %

1 / $240,000

% Change

- 15.8 %

The Real Estate Market: Looking Ahead With money tighter, home inventories high, and an economy that is either in or on the brink of recession, a weak U.S. dollar, and lower demand for housing, it seems safe to assume that the short term economic news is not good for residential real estate. We have not yet seen the full extent of the problems in the housing market and may soon have to deal with similar problems with auto loans and credit card debt. It will probably take the rest of 2008 and all of 2009 before we work our way out of the housing downturn - if we’re lucky. But there are some positives. The very top of the market continues to be pretty healthy. And, international buyers view our residential properties as “on sale” and are continuing to purchase in many major markets. – excerpted from L. Moore-Moore for R.E. Professional Freddie Mac/Fannie Mae Takeover – With the federal government takeover of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, the interest rates are projected to fall an estimated 3/8 to 5/8 %. Although we are not sure of the details, we do know that the objective of the federal government takeover is to stabilize the housing market.

Now Notarizing! The Ashburn Village Community Association is happy to announce that Notary Services are now available to Village residents – FREE! Residents must be in good standing with no balances due. Not a resident of The Village? That’s okay; Notary Services are available for a minimal fee of $2 per document. Please call ahead for an appointment at 703-723-7910.

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ttynyk@ashburnvillage.org or watch@ashburnvillage.org

October is Crime Prevention Month Timothy Tynyk

October has become the official month for recognizing and celebrating the practice of crime prevention, while promoting awareness of important issues such as victimization, volunteerism, and creating safer, more caring communities. On local, state, and national levels, some planned activities focus on Halloween, while others spotlight successful crime prevention efforts. We hope to generate enthusiasm for prevention so it can grow stronger and become more widespread. So, to celebrate Crime Prevention Month, we are having our first quarterly joint meeting with our neighboring communities of Ashbrook and The Courts and Ridges. Plus, the Sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office will provide training on home security techniques and how to use their new online crime statistics offering. Come and get some free training and see what Neighborhood Watch is all about. Remember, the amount of time you devote is entirely up to you and any involvement is going to be valuable and helpful. Our meetings are held every second Tuesday of the month at the Lakes Recreation Center at 7:00 PM. If you can attend that would be wonderful; we look forward to hearing what you have to say. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t react to headlines; help prevent them, Join Neighborhood Watch!

Remember to dial

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Community Yard Sale, Fall ‘08 Saturday, Oct. 11 , 8am-1pm (Rain date Sun., Oct. 12, 1-5pm) DON’T LET YOUR “TREASURES” GO UNDISCOVERED! Participate with hundreds of your neighbors by setting up in your yard or driveway. Directional flyers may be posted the evening before the event, but must be removed no later than 6:00PM on October 12. Use the form below to register and provide us with your address and categories to be listed on our yard sale map. Maps will be available at the AVCA office (44025 Courtland Drive) and at the Sports Pavilion. The raindate is published in the newspaper. If rain, option to use raindate left to seller. The advertisement will run in several newspapers. There is no cost to register.

UNIQUE TO OUR FALL COMMUNITY YARD SALE

If you live in a condo or town home OR don’t have space at home, or if your group or organization would like to participate, you can reserve a parking space or two at the Woods Recreation Center (Louisa Drive). Each owner, group, or organization will be allowed 1 or 2 spaces. You must be an Ashburn Village Resident to participate. Your parking space permit will be emailed to you or can be picked up at the Sports Pavilion and must be displayed. This registration form will enable us to list your address and items for sale on the back of our community map for potential buyers. Your name & telephone number will not be listed, only address & items for sale.

Name _____________________________________ Phone# _____________________________ Address _______________________________________________________________________ E-mail _________________________________________________________________________ Directions from Ashburn Village Blvd: ___________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Sale Categories: Baby___ Furniture___ Household___ Clothing: Adult__ Child__ Infant__ Kitchen___ Toys____ Tools___ Books___ Exercise ___ Computer Equip ___ Sports ___ Arts/Crafts ___

RESERVE SPACES? Please mark 1 or 2 spaces:

Woods Recreation Center ___

Please Drop Off at the Sports Pavilion or fax (703) 589-1110

Deadline for Registration is October 8, 2008

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October Scott Steward Loudoun County Library Board of Trustees

Autumn has arrived and Halloween is at the end of this month (even though it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel like it yet!) I hope you are able to take the time to fully appreciate all of the programs and activities the Ashburn Library and your Loudoun County Library System provide to our community on a continuing basis. This month, the final events of the One Book One Community program conclude with a discussion of Nothing But the Truth by Avi. In addition, you can learn to be an Anime artist, attend seminars on college prep, see a traveling science show, and of course, get ready for Halloween! We offer an international flavor this month: with a cooking class on Thai food, Bollywood Dance and Broto Roy - East Indian Raga Music, the 2009 Wrestle Mania Reading Challenge, our regular reading clubs and lots of other activities! Check out all that is being offered this month, below:

Storytimes Baby Lapsit (0-18 months) Mondays, 10:00 am & Saturdays, 11:00 am Mother Goose Nursery Time (18-24 months) Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 am Terrific 2s Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:45 am Preschool Storytime (3s-5s) Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:30 am Wonderful Wednesday Stories (3s-5s) Wednesdays, 1:30 pm Pajama Storytime Wednesdays, 7:00 pm Saturday Family Storytimes (2s-5s) Saturdays, 10:00 am ESL - English Conversation Group Tuesday, October 21 and Wednesdays Oct. 1 & 8, 7:00 pm

The English Conversation Group is an informal conversation circle for non-native speakers to practice speaking English. This is not a class, but an opportunity to meet new people, share your culture and have fun. Only English will be spoken and all levels are welcome. Recommended for adults. Reading Buddy Storytime Mondays, Oct. 6, 20 & 27, 4:30 pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:30 pm One-on-one reading time for your children as they buddy up with teen volunteers who will read picture books to them. Recommended for ages 3-6. Rhythm, Rhyme and Tune Time Mondays, October 6 & 20, 11:15 am Registration required, begins Aug 25. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Sing, chant, play instruments, and move creatively as we explore the sounds, rhythms, and patterns that make up our language. Each session lasts for six weeks. Recommended for ages 0-4 with parent/caregiver.

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Rhythm, Rhyme and Tune Time Mondays, October 6 & 20, 11:15 am Registration required, begins Aug 25. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Sing, chant, play instruments, and move creatively as we explore the sounds, rhythms, and patterns that make up our language. Each session lasts for six weeks. Recommended for ages 0-4 with parent/caregiver. Rhythm, Rhyme and Tune Time: Early Literacy through Music Wednesdays, Oct. 1, 8 & 15, 11:15 am Registration required, begins Aug 27. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Sing, chant, play instruments, and move creatively as we explore the sounds, rhythms, and patterns that make up our language. Each session lasts for six weeks. Recommended for ages 0-4 with parent/caregiver. Babygarten Wednesdays Oct. 1, 8, 15, 10:00 am Registration required, begins Aug 27. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Join us for Babygarten, a fun, exciting and informational program for infants and their parents/caregivers. Each session lasts six weeks. Recommended for newborns through 18 months with parent / caregiver. Advanced registration is required and begins 2 weeks before the date of the program. Babygarten Wednesdays Oct. 1, 8, 15, 2:30 pm Registration required, begins Aug 27. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Join us for Babygarten, a fun, exciting and informational program for infants and their parents/caregivers. Each session lasts six weeks. Recommended for newborns through 18 months with parent / caregiver. Advanced registration is required and begins 2 weeks before the date of the program. Middle School Book Group Thursdays, Oct. 9, 7:00 pm Join us on the 2nd Thursday of each month for a lively book discussion and refreshments. We will read The Black Duck by Janet Taylor Lisle for October. Recommended for ages 12-18.

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Babygarten Fridays Oct. 3, 10, 17, 10:00 am Registration required, begins Aug 29. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Join us for Babygarten, a fun, exciting and informational program for infants and their parents/caregivers. Each session lasts for six weeks. Recommended for children from birth through 18 months with a parent/caregiver. Advance registration required starting 2 weeks before the program â&#x20AC;&#x201C; space is limited to 20. Sign up for one session only please. Rhythm, Rhyme and Tune Time: Early Literacy through Music Fridays Oct. 3, 10 & 17, 11:15 am Registration required, begins Aug 29. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Sing, chant, play instruments, and move creatively as we explore the sounds, rhythms, and patterns that make up our language. Each session lasts for six weeks. Recommended for ages 0-4 with parent/caregiver. ( C ontinued on next page)

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Teen Council Meeting Tuesdays, October 7, 14, 21 & Sunday, October 26, 4:30 - 6:00 pm Registration required, begins Sep 16. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Create library programs for kids and teens. Make suggestions and bring your ideas for better library service. By signing up you are committing to meet every week for the next month, to help create the Council’s first program for kids. Recommended for teens 12-18. Kids Book Club: Ashburn Kids Book Club Thursday, October 2, 10:00 am Registration required, begins Sep 4. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Explore one award-winning book each month, appropriate for readers aged 8-11/grades 3-5, with book discussions, games, and refreshments. October: Counting on Grace by Elizabeth Winthrop. Advanced registration is required and begins 4 weeks prior to the program. Limited to 30. Books will be available at the Children’s Desk.

Hands on Science Workshops with the Franklin Institute’s Traveling Science Shows Saturday, October 4, 11:00 am – 4:30 pm Explore science through four 45-minute workshops presented by the Franklin Institute. 11:00 am – Life in Space 12:30 pm – Electricity 2:00 pm – Flight 3:30 pm - Energy Chinese Storytime with Jabberu Monday, October 6, 11:00 am Exposes children to the Chinese language through stories and songs. Recommended for ages 3 & up. Adult Book Club at Ashburn Library Monday, October 6, 7:00 pm Join us for a book discussion of The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett Copies of the book will be available at the Information Desk. Recommended for adults. Weather in Music and Prose Tuesday, October 7, 7:00 pm Join our local weather forecasters for a fun and educational evening of music and poetry as they provide you with many interesting facts about the weather. Teddy Bear Party! Wednesday, October 8, 4:00 pm Registration required, begins Sep 24. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. It’s time to celebrate National Bring Your Teddy Bear Day! Bring your favorite teddy to a party at the library. It will be “stuffed” with fun! Advance registration required. Recommended for ages 3-6. Sponsored by the Ashburn Library Advisory Board. 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge Sunday, October 12, 2008 through January 12, 2009 Registration required, begins Sep. 12. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Sign up for the 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge for a chance to win prizes from WWE including a trip to Houston for WrestleMania 25! Teens and Tweens are challenged to read 10 books and participate in a bookmark challenge. Sponsored by YALSA and WWE. ( C ontinued on next page)

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library corner (ConTinued) Mad Scientists’ Club Tuesday, October 14, 7:00 pm Registration required, begins Sep 30. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Get your hands on science! Join us as we explore scientific topics through recreational and informational activities. October’s topic: It’s a Zoo in Here! Recommended for ages 8 – 11. Meet Author David Lubar Wednesday, October 15, 7:30 pm David Lubar, author and former video game programmer, discusses his books and the process of writing. His books include Hidden Talents, an American Library Association Best Books for Young Adults; Flip, a VOYA Best of the Year; and the short story collections In the Land of Lawn Weenies and Invasion of the Road Weenies. Kids Book Club at Ashburn: Kids’ Explore Book Club Thursday, October 16, 4:00 pm Registration required, begins Oct 2. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Join us each month as we read and explore a non-fiction picture book. In October we will read The Scrambled States of America by Laurie Keller. Book will be read during program. Recommended for ages 6-8. Kids Book Club: Guys Read Thursday, October 16, 7:00 pm Registration required, begins September 18. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. October: Be a Perfect Person in Just Three Days! By Stephen Manes. A book club for guys where we gather around books that guys like. Free books will be available to participants before each program. Be one of the Guys! Recommended for ages 8 & up. Registration is required and begins 4 weeks before the program. Bollywood Dance Saturday, October 18, 3:00 pm Performance by Cham Cham Payal Bajey International, a professional organization devoted to Indian culture. Broto Roy - East Indian Raga Music Sunday, October 19, 2:00 pm Broto Roy was born into a prominent musical family of Calcutta, India where his great-grandfather was one of India’s greatest songwriters.

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Every Child Ready to Read Early Literacy Workshop for Parents/Caregivers of 2 & 3 Year Olds Monday, October 20, 7:00 pm Registration required, begins Oct 6. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Learn about Dialogic Reading as a powerful way to read picture books that will increase your child’s language development and pre-reading skills, and learn 6 important pre-reading skills that you can teach your 2 & 3 year olds so they are ready to learn to read when they start school. Recommended for adults -- parents/caregivers of 2 & 3 year olds. Book Chat for Busy Parents Tuesday, October 21, 10:00 am Parents “book chat” while keeping an eye on their youngsters. In October we will meet to discuss The Zookeeper’s Wife by Diane Ackerman. Copies of the book will be available at the Information Desk. Recommended for adults. Become an Anime Artist Wednesday, October 22, 6 - 8 pm Registration required, begins Oct 8. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. In celebration of Teen Read Week, learn to draw like the Anime artists that you love! The basics of character development and backgrounds will be shown. The importance of perspective and drawing techniques will also be discussed with plenty of opportunity to draw on your own. Kids Book Club at Ashburn Library: Magic Tree House Book Club Wednesday, October 22, 4:00 pm Registration required, begins Oct 8. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Travel through time and have amazing adventures with Jack and Annie in their Magic Tree House! Talk about the books, play fun games and make cool crafts. October: Lions at Lunchtime. Recommended for ages 7-9. Kids Book Club at Ashburn Library: Junie B. Jones Book Club Thursday, October 23, 7:00 pm Registration required, begins Oct 9. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Join us as we talk about a Junie B., First Grader book ( C ontinued on next page)

library corner (ConTinued) each month, enjoy refreshments, and do a fun activity. Copies of October’s book, Junie B. First Grader BOO ... and I MEAN It!, will be available for check out at the Ashburn Library Youth Services desk. Recommended for children in grades 1-3. A Taste of Thailand Saturday, October 25, 2:00 pm Presented by Thai Basil Restaurant. Learn secrets of Thai cooking and enjoy a sample taste! Tales from the Pumpkin Patch Sunday, October 26, 2:00 pm Registration required, begins October 12. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Join Ashburn Library’s Teen Council in the “pumpkin patch” for lively stories, songs, games and a craft. Recommended for ages 4-7. Spanish Storytime with Jabberu Monday, October 27, 11:00 am Registration required, begins Oct 14. Call 703-737-8100 or register online.

This fun, interactive storytime program exposes children to the Spanish language through stories and songs. Recommended for ages 3 & up. Kids Book Club at Ashburn Library: Virginia Readers’ Choice Primary Book Club Monday, October 27, 7:00 pm Registration required, begins Oct 13. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Join us as we read one or two 2008-2009 Virginia Reader’s Choice books, learn about the author and illustrator of each book, and do a fun activity. Little Lost Bat by Sandra Markle and Bad Boys Get Cookie! by Marjorie Palatini. Recommended for children in grades K-2. Go Green: In Your Wallet! Monday, October 27, 7:00 pm Registration required, begins Oct 13. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. The best place to begin saving the earth is at home, and the best place to begin conserving is in your wallet! Learn to help the planet while saving some coin at the same time, and have the chance to get some great green giveaways! Advance registration required. Recommended for adults. Sponsored by the Ashburn Library Advisory Board. Kids Book Club at Ashburn Library: American Girls Club Tuesday, October 28, 4:00 pm Registration required, begins Oct 14. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Learn about American history, enjoy book discussions and try hands-on-historical activities. October’s American Girl: Felicity Recommended for ages 7-11. American Girls Club Tuesday, October 28, 7:00 pm Registration required, begins Oct 14. Call 703-737-8100 or register online. Learn about American history, enjoy book discussions and try hands-on-historical activities. October’s American Girl: Felicity Recommended for ages 7-11.

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Family Movie Night Thursday, October 30, 7:00 pm Bring your pillows and blankets to get comfy and watch a movie on the big screen! Don’t forget your favorite snacks! We will be watching: It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (Not Rated), You’re Not Elected, Charlie Brown (Not Rated), and Garfield’s Halloween Adventure (Not Rated). Recommended for families. Art on Exhibit Monday, September 1 - October 2008 World Photography by Dean Villanueva on exhibit Sep 1 through Oct 31.

the villager classifieds CHILDCARE Childcare: Loving Ashburn Village family has many babysitters to offer: Hannah (16) CPR, Alex (13 ½): will team and pet sit and Emily (23) great with kids and very responsible. Call 571-223-0932 or email karenmpino@hotmail.com. Childcare: Herndon excellent infant childcare. 24 years experience, state licensed, CPR & 1st aid with assistants. Near Dulles Toll Road & Fairfax County Pkwy. Breakfast, lunch, & snacks served. Fenced back yard. Many excellent references. 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. 703-787-8143. CLEANING Anita’s Home Services: Residential home, move out. Good references. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. 10 years experience. Contact Ana Hernandez at 571-258-7829.

Spring Cleaning Services: Residential/ commercial service. Move-in,/Move-out/Carpet cleaning. Member of B.B.B. specializing in the Ashburn area. Licensed/insured. 10% off 1st time cleaning; 20% off additional cleanings. Call 703-766-2097, Fax 703-858-2944. www.springmaids.com. We take major credit cards; Visa/MasterCard. Touch by Flora: Residential and commercial service. Great job! Call 703-300-4454. EDUCATION ALOHA mind math program. Abacus method, a fun way to learn math. Improves the memory, visualization, and focusing skills. Discover the genius in your child! Please visit www.aloha-usa. com or call 703-463-9680 for information. In Ashburn and South Riding.

Carpet Cleaning: Five rooms deep cleaned $98. Carpet stretching, repairs, installation, dyeing, 24 hour emergency water damage. Nationally certified upholstery cleaning, pet problems and protection. Quality service since 1977. We clean the White House; please call Mike for yours 703-978-2270. K.M.S. Cleaning Service: Weekly, bi-weekly, residential, commercial experience. Free estimate, low rates. Moving-in, moving-out. Licensed and insured. References available. Call Ketty 703-771-4035 or 703-554-2487. Nilda’s Cleaning Service: Residential homes, move out-in, weekly, biweekly, monthly, or special one-time service. Good references. Licensed, insured. Free estimates. 50% off second cleaning. Ask for Nilda or Javier. 703-263-0353, cell 571-332-0467. 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, 703-7290447. Visit us at www.oceanbreezecleaning.com. The Villager

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Do you need a TUTOR to come to your home at your convenience for one-on-one instruction? Former teachers get results, build student confidence. All subjects 1-9, phonics, homework assistance. Reasonable rates. Visa/MasterCard. Ashburn references. Dave/Mary Beth: 703-3106602; duburke1231@comcast.net

Improve your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic skills now. Call 703-858-7620 to schedule with a Certified Wilson Reading Instructor.

Tutor: Licensed, experienced English teacher offers writing, reading, and language arts tutoring in your home. Good with both struggling and advanced students. Trained in SAT essay writing and AP English. Free consultation and reasonable rates. Mrs_Steffann@yahoo.com or 703-729-4787.

Speech4kids specializes in providing speech/ language therapy to children in area preschools, private schools, and in the Ashburn, Virginia office. Please visit www.speech4kids.net or call Kathy Gurgick, M.S, CCC-SLP at 703-723-0004 for more information. ASHA Certified, Virginia licensed, insured.

Wilson Reading Program: Blue Ridge Speech and Hearing offering a program which improves reading and spelling skills. Instruction is individual, sequential, cumulative, and multi-sensory.

SAT Tutor- Expertise in Math, writing, critical reading; Algebra tutoring; college advising. Dr. M. Lindsay 703-861-3686. proflindsay@yahoo.com. Ashburn Village resident.

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Piano and/or voice lessons available in a homespun and loving atmosphere. Experienced and very inexpensive. Call 571-223-0932 or email at karenmpino@hotmail.com.

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EMPLOYMENT FOOD, FUN, & FRIENDS: Fantastic job opportunities for students. Flexible nontraditional restaurant hours, scholarship opportunities, social events, competitive rates, FREE MEALS! Have fun while building your resume. Please submit an application online at www.Erickson.com/careers. Help Wanted: Seeking a mature daytime caregiver for an alert and oriented 84 year old following hip replacement and hospitalization. Simple meal preparation, light housekeeping, assistance with walking and restroom. Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Call Vince at 703-729-2978. FOR SALE CFC MOPS Children’s Sale, October 18, 2008. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Christian Fellowship Church. Clothing (to size 10), toys, books, videos, equipment, furniture, layette, and maternity. Complete sale info and directions. www.cfcmops.com

basement sump pump and battery recharge. Has AC&DC receptacles with circuit breakers. Call Victor at 571-338-8858 or home at 703-822-7698. For Sale: Selmer alto saxo with case $500. Easton baseball bat with bag $50. Tae Kwon Do staff, Blue and Brown $20/each. Monica at 571-278-1040 or mskinner91@hotmail.com. For Sale: Brand new TV stand- Sony model SU-RGIIM glass plates w/ metal supporter. Good for up to 50’ LCD. Sell for $100 or better offer. Also have many odds and ends for sale (table, crutches, telephones, electronics, and clothes). Call Victor/Julia at 571-338-8858 or 703-8227698. For Sale: 2-pc dresser with mirror and light-$250. Two side tables with cabinets- $40. Corner shelf 5-tier-$40. Brand new Fluidity exercise bar with exercise videos and ball-$290. Torso track exercise bar- $30. 703-858-9533.

Moving Sale: Black wrought iron twin sized bed, mattress, and box. Light patterned love seat. Wooden English double school desk. Metal and wood child’s table. Kenmore chest freezer nearly 6 cubic feet storage. All in good condition. Cash only. Please call 703-915-7404. Villas of Ashburn Residents are having a community yard sale. Saturday, October 4, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Rain date is Saturday, October 18. At Marblehead and Livonia. Lots of good stuff ! Contact Jackie Lewis, 703-220-1768, with any questions. For Sale: 2007 Ford Freestyle. AM/FM CD XM installed. Cruise, electronic windows and seats. All seats fold and seat up to seven passengers. Excellent condition and maintenance. Metallic Red with Grey trim and interior. 27,000 miles. Asking $16,500. Great value! For Sale: Almost new Sears Craftsman 2500 watt portable 6HP generator. Sell for $250 or better offer. Excellent for power outage backup for The Villager

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For Sale: Custom curtains (fits 1 or 2 close together windows) and matching queen size bedspread. Beige, gold, dark green, little peach. Excellent condition. Original cost $1300. $200 obo. Call 703-309-7400. For Sale: Used Bach trumpet, case, cleaning kit, mute, and music books. Call 703-726-2772. Asking $399 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. Yours for $20. Call 703-309-7400. For Sale: Comforter, canopy and 2 window treatments in soft blue and pink (orig. $446). Yours for $50. Call 703-309-7400. For Sale: Bowling shoes, Brunswick size 5. Excellent condition. White, Black and Decker coffee pot, excellent condition. Mirror for bathroom vanity 35x 23, excellent condition. Baseball lamp, Good condition. Please call 703-309-7400. Best offer on all items. For Sale: Game cube system (without controllers). Excellent working condition -- $15. Don’t need it anymore because we have Wii. Games also available. 703-309-7400. HEALTH & WELLNESS Audiology Services: Blue Ridge Hearing and Speech in Lansdowne offers a comprehensive array of services related to prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation of hearing impairment. Licensed, certified audiologists with doctorates provide compassionate hearing care. Contact us at 703-858-7620 for your best hearing. 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 so that you can live an active healthy life today and in years to come. Call 703-406-0200. Visit www.drwill.net. 44

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Committed to improving our children’s health- Fitwize for Kids is dedicated to empowering 2 to 15 year olds to learn about fitness, health, and nutrition in a fun-filled environment. Other services include, birthday parties, Fitness Classes, and Kid’s Night Out. For more information call 703-421-3481 or visit fitwizeforkids.com. Bridge to Learning Family Yoga: Located in Ashburn Village Center. New yoga studio offering programs for adults, children, teens, and families. All levels welcome. Workshops, parties, and gift certificates available. Bring this ad, receive 10% off membership. www.bridgetolearning.net; yoga@bridgetolearning.net 703-726-0077 HOME IMPROVEMENT 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. Licensed and Insured. 703-729-0224. 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. 703-731-9651 Painter’s Painting: Specializing in giving private residences a new look. I offer reliable work with courteous, reliable service. Call Stewart: 703-447-5951 Bowman’s Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.: We service/install all brands of heating and air conditioning equipment. Service/install gas logs, filter systems, UV bulb kits and humidifiers. Service contracts offered as well. Call 703-4710451 or email bowheatac@aol.com. Camann Painting: Interior/exterior painting, power washing, rotten trim replacement, drywall repairs, crown molding/chair rail installation. Serving Ashburn since 1987. Licensed and

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Insured, No job too small. Call Dave for a free estimate! 703-444-4442; 703-403-8601 (cell).

Ashburn Village references available. Licensed/ insured. Call Chris 703-771-9004.

Electrical Services: Lower your bills â&#x20AC;&#x201C; install an attic fan. Light up a room with recessed lights. Enhance curb appeal with outdoor lighting. Individualize your home; install new fixtures. Trouble shooting. Licensed & Insured. Established 1986. twaelectric.com or call 703-450-4231.

House Doctors Handyman Professionals: Fix it, Repair it, Change it, Build it. Interior & exterior repairs, deck repairs, pressure washing, sealing electrical and plumbing replacements. Drywall, ceramic, painting, bath and kitchen redo. Licensed contractor, fully insured. 703-286-5388, www.housedoctors.com/santucci/home.

Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic, Vinyl Installations. Free estimates. Receive advice, labor estimate, materials list. Wholesale showrooms in Manassas and Dulles area or you may shop for best deal on materials. Fully Licensed/Insured. Established in 1986. PTB, Inc. 703-257-3232. www.flooringbyptb.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 703-724-1382. Handy Guy: Painting, window washing, minor plumbing and electrical, new light fixtures, shelves and closet organizers installed AND everything in between. Free estimates. 703-729-0184 evenings, 925-548-1725 days.

Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Trust Electric: 30 years of Residential, Commercial and Industrial experience that you can trust. Class-A Licensed, Bonded, & Insured. Call 703244-2568 or email: trustinspectionsllc@msn.com.

The Home Doctor: The Cure for What Ails Your Home. Full service company...interior/exterior painting, power washing, deck/fence staining, heating & a/c, electrical, carpentry, ceramic tile, plumbing, wood rot...if your home needs it...we can do it! Free estimates. 703-861-0393, PR@thehomedoctor.net. Home Improvement Contractor: Specializing in finishing basements, remodeling bathrooms, electrical, plumbing, exterior hot tub installation, 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. Home Improvement Specialist: Low rates for basements, drywall, fences, decks and small jobs. 25 years carpentry experience. Member Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce. Excellent The Villager

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Use U.S.E. for your air conditioning and heating needs. Utility Service Express is your local Lennox Premier dealer. Special discounts for Ashburn Village residents. Visit us online at www.iuseUSE. com for information and free HVAC quotes. Wise Guys Roofing & Siding: Professional advice for your best choice in exterior & interior improvements and repairs. NO Sub-Contractor. Lowest prices. Highly recommended. Ashburn Village resident. Licensed/Insured. Call Giovanni @ (571) 722-5543. WM. Sullivan Painting: Carpentry interior and exterior, power washing, crown molding, rail installed. Electrical, plumbing, paper hanging. Handy man services as well. Licensed and insured. Ashburn resident. Call Bill 703-727-8369 or 703-723-1771. LAWN/LANDSCAPING The Care of Trees: Need trees and shrubs beautifully pruned? We are TCIA certified and use industry standard pruning practices.

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Call Certified Arborist, Bonnie Deahl for an appointment. The Care of Trees. 703.661.1700. www.thecareoftrees.com Wildwood Landscape LLC: Quality design and construction of outdoor living areas, stone and paver patios, walkways, natural plantings, swimming pools, water features, ponds and landscape master plans. Call Tricia Hutton, Landscape Designer to arrange a free consultation. 703-217-3172 or 540-338-7190. www.wildwood-landscape.com PET/ANIMAL SERVICES Kit & Kaboodle Pet Care Service, LLC. Is your pet part of the family? Kit & Kaboodle Pet Care - because your family member deserves the best! Providing Loudoun County with quality pet care since 2000. For more information call 571-223-2977 or visit our website at: www.kitandkaboodlepets.com. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

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AC Magic, your heating and A/C 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 & Ashless Chimneys, Inc.: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dirty work is our business!â&#x20AC;? Celebrating 31 yrs. in business. Fireplace/furnace flues, woodstoves/inserts, dryer vents, masonry repairs. Family-owned & operated. Ashburn residents receive $10 discount with this ad! 703-406-SOOT (7668) or 703-777-4040. A Great Neighborhood Attorney: Robert Ohneiser, Esq. (licensed VA, NY & DC). Attorney-at-Law with MBA Corporate Finance, specializing in Divorce & Custody, Contracts &

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Litigation and Wills. Free initial email consultation followed by very fair rates. Email: OhneiserLaw@ verizon.net or call 703-729-6446. Occupational Therapy: Blue Ridge Speech and Hearing is pleased to announce the addition of pediatric occupational therapy for sensory integration. For more information, 703-858-7620. Circle Blue, LLC (Computer Repair): Need computer repairs, wireless networking, virus removal, or spyware removal? Call Circle Blue for fast, fair pricing, and fixed right the first time services! We do not charge outrageous prices like other “geek” companies. Call 703-648-0810! 10% discount with this ad! 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. In Home Speech Services: Blue Ridge Speech and Hearing in Lansdowne is excited to offer early intervention services in your home! Professional, compassionated, licensed and certified speech pathologists will provide comprehensive evaluations and therapy services in the child’s natural environment. Please contact 703-858-7620. Organizational skills can be learned. Don’t waste another minute looking at those piles in your office or the clutter in your home. Call to discuss how I can improve your LIFE! Cris- 703-9698407 or www.organizedmaniacs.com. Free consultation- Call now! Stressed out? Does a relaxing vacation sound inviting? I’m here to help. Contact me, Eileen Farnsworth, Travel Consultant, affiliated with CruisingCo.com and MouseEarVacations.com (an authorized Disney Vacation Planner), at 571-3338737 or Eileen F@CruisingCo.com. Let’s get you on your dream vacation!

REAL ESTATE In Ashburn: Two medium sized rooms to rent in a nice and peaceful single family home. Security deposit & reference required. Utilities included. $600/month. Call Flora at 703-300-4454. $mart Choice, Right Price! Offering 4-4.5% full service listings. Cash back to homebuyers! Aggressive marketing strategy! No administration fees! The difference is dedication! Call Kristine Price 703-328-1025 or www.vahomesbykprice. com, Northern VA Resident for over 30 years, Samson Realty, LLC. SPECIAL INTEREST Needed: Crafters, Home Decorators, and Restaurants for Broad Run High School PTSO’s Annual Craft/Home Show on Saturday, November 8, 2008. We need YOU to purchase a space in our gym to show off your businesses and products, or purchase a space in the gym hallway to show off your culinary delights in our Broad Run Bistro. All proceeds benefit the BRHS PTSO community. For more information on this exciting event, please contact Sara Bogle at bosar53@comcast.net. Ashburn Village: Piano Lessons for Beginner and Intermediate Students. Call Eileen Geoghegan at 703-729-8066 or Eileengeo@verizon.net Moms Club of Ashburn Village Area: We’re mothers who have fun and support each other through playgroups, field trips, Mom’s Night Out, and more! Come attend our monthly Members Meet and Greet; email ashburnmomsclub@yahoo. com or visit http://www.geocities/ashburnmomsclub for more information. Looking for a progressive and welcoming congregation closer than DC? United Christian Parish in Reston may be for you! Find out more at www.unitedchristianparish.org or visit us any Sunday at 11508 North Shore Drive in Reston, VA. Virginia Ritas: Frozen drink machine rentals and mixes. No ice, no blenders, no bartender, free set-up and delivery. Margaritas, Rumrunners, The Villager

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Strawberry Daiquiris and more. Reserve your machine today 703-723-1188 or www.virginiaritas. com. 10% off Ashburn Village residents. VILLAGE HELPERS Babysitting and Pet Care: Babysitting and pet care offered. Red Cross certified and straight A student. References available. Caroline Orr (age 12) at 703-729-4959. 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: Brice Pinson, age 13. Will baby-sit 6 months on up. 3 years experience (can provide references) Please call 703-729-5642. Babysitting: Sydney Taub, 13. Red Cross Babysitting Certified, YMCA Counselor in Training, Honor Roll student. Ages newborn to

10. Comfortable with multiple children. Reasonable hourly rate. 703-723-4919. Babysitting and Pet Sitting: Nicole Quigg, 15 years old, very responsible and enjoys kids and pets, please call 703-729-2460. Babysitting/Pet Sitting/Tutoring: Mackenzie Scofield, 16 years old, 4 plus years of experience as a Village Helper, with significant repeat business. Babysits for ages newborn â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12 years of age. Contact Mackenzie at 703-858-9707. Brother-Sister Team- Babysitting: Danielle McLean (16) will babysit or pet sit, lots of experience. Bret McLean (13) will tutor or babysit, especially good with boys. Straight A student, Spectrum and honors classes. Please call at 703-858-0452. Pet Sitting and Babysitting: Neil Hartman (age 13), call 703-729-2453. Pet Sitting: I am Jessica Feddersen and I am 14 years old. I love pets and I am very responsible. If you need me to pet sit call me on my cell phone at 571-271-9002 or email at jessicaf_dancer_11@hotmail.com. Babysitting and Pet Sitting: Mallory Leidlinger, 12 years old. Very responsible and experienced. Enjoys kids and pets. References available. Please call at 703-723-4348.

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2008 Advertising The Villager is published the last week of each month by the: Ashburn Village Community Association, Inc. 44025 Courtland Drive Ashburn, Virginia 20147 Advertising space is limited. All advertising must be paid for in advance or at the time of ad placement. Absolutely no advertiser refunds will be made on missed copy due dates! Contact us at avca@ashburnvillage.org to confirm ad deadlines. Advertiser prepayment is not refundable when “reserved space” advertising copy is not submitted by the due date. An Insertion Order (IO) is required for Display and Classified advertisements and can be obtained at the office, by fax, or on our website at www.ashburnvillage.org. Camera-ready artwork, properly sized, is required. No changes will be made by AVCA.

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Board of Directors Meeting 6:00 pm Lakes Rec Center

Architectural Review Committee 6:00 pm AVCA Office

Neighborhood Watch 7:00 pm Lakes Rec Center

Architectural Review Committee 6:00 pm AVCA Office

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Lakes & Ponds Committee 7:00 pm Mills Rec Center

Tennis Committee 7:00 pm Woods Rec Center

Recreation & Community Events Committee 7:00 pm Sports Pavilion

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Annual Meeting 6:00 pm Lakes Rec Center

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