Board of Directors Candidate Nominating Petition - pg. 11 Volume XX, No.9
September 2010
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Annual Meeting and Board Elections see page 12
Inside This Issue… President’s Report • page 5
Women’s Tennis Team Wins Sectional • page 24
Volunteer Editor: Meg Carlson
Live Fit and Sore • page 17
Four Things Every Parent Should Know Before Choosing A Dance Studio The Ashburn Academy of Ballet Visit our website at: www.ashburnballet.com If all dance studios in the area seem to have friendly teachers, experience teaching children and a big performance at the end of the year, aren’t they all pretty much the same? Does it really matter which school you decide to choose? Yes, it does! There are 4 main things that can make a huge difference in the quality of instruction that your child receives. Here are 4 things that all parents should consider before deciding on a dance studio for their child.
1. EDUCATION OR COMPETITION? It is important to ask the question of a studio, is your emphasis on education or competition? Dance originated as an art form, and when dance schools compete for trophies and “places” then it becomes a sport. Our dancers’ classical training is showcased in performances for the community as artistic entertainment. This allows our students to gain confidence through personal and physical growth. At our school, competitions do not define our students as “winners or losers”. Our dancers are equipped with the technique and knowledge to continue their study of dance at a higher educational level if they so choose.
recreational to professional dance. A marley floor allows the dancer to “slide” without slipping. Few studios use professional marley floors in their studios and take one to their performance site and usually opt for a slippery wood floor.
2. WHAT TYPE OF PERFORMANCE DO YOU HAVE AT THE END OF THE YEAR? Is the emphasis of the recital the technique that has been taught over the year or is it a dance that has been practiced for the entire year? We don’t start our recital dances until the beginning of February, with an emphasis on technique throughout the year. We choose tasteful and age appropriate costumes and choreography for all of our dancers. We want parents to feel comfortable and proud of what their children are presenting on stage. We feel the focus of the performance should reflect what the students have learned throughout the year. 3. WHAT TYPE OF DANCE FLOOR IS USED? Dance is a physical activity that requires a lot of jumping, which can put stress on bones and joints. Most dance footwear does not provide any cushioning or support, so the shock of dance movement can put a lot of pressure on the dancer’s back and knees. The best way to prevent against a potential injury is by choosing a studio with a professional “floating floor”. A floating floor is a dance floor that rests on high density foam blocks to absorb the shock of jumping. The top layer of a dance floor is also an important factor. A vinyl composite “marley” floor is accepted worldwide as the best surface layer for
All three of our studios are 1200 sq ft each equipped with floating floors that have over 700 high density foam blocks under the floor surface and a marley top surface. An additional marley floor is taken and laid for our school performances.
4. WHAT ARE YOUR TEACHERS’ QUALIFICATIONS? It is important to ask what training and background the instructors at the studio have. Dance instructors should have a college degree in dance or be pursuing one and/or professional experience. All of our instructors at the Ashburn Academy of Ballet either have a college degree in dance and/or professional experience.
www.ashburnballet.com 703-723-8089 21690 Red Rum Dr. Unit 172 Ashburn, VA 20147 Located in the Ashburn Technology Park
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Mark “Doug” Carlson dcarlson@ashburnvillage.org 2008-2010 Term Vice President
Bob Graham bgraham@ashburnvillage.org 2008-2010 Term Secretary
Jennifer Horvath jhorvath@ashburnvillage.org 2009-2011 Term
Featured Information
11 Board of Directors Candidate Nominating Petition 2010-2012 Term 12 2010 Election Candidates 14 Master Gardener News 17 Live Fit and Sore 18 Williams Martial Arts & Fitness and Susan G. Komen Fundraiser 23 Blue Waves Swim Team 24 Ashburn Village USTA 25 Pesticide Disposal Program
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Chris Hettinger chettinger@ashburnvillage.org 2009-2011 Term David Austin 703-729-0832 (home) daustin@ashburnvillage.org 2008 – 2010 Term Samantha Bailey sbailey@ashburnvillage.org 2009-2011 Term Richard Nutwell rnutwell@ashburnvillage.org 2008 – 2010 Term
Community News & Information
3 Homeowner Board Members 4 Association Staff 4 Committee Meeting Dates 6 Important Numbers 37 Calendar
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 September 28, 2010 at the Lakes Recreation Center, 44078 Cheltenham Circle. An agenda is posted on the website, www.ashburn village.org and at both the Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion and AVCA office on Courtland Drive at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting.
President’s Report Board Briefs Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion Critter Corner Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Library Corner
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Homeowners with Board business should arrive in time to sign in and will be asked to adhere to a 3-minute speaker’s limit. Contact the AVCA office at (703) 7237910 if you have any questions. The Villager
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Ashburn Village Community Association, Inc. Monday thru Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (703) 723-7910 Direct • (703) 478-8583 Fax www.ashburnvillage.org
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Jeff Peak, x101 General Manager jpeak@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
Laura Hisam, x109 Covenants Administrator lhisam@ashburnvillage.org Delia Rafe, x 106 Covenants Assistant drafe@ashburnvillage.org Taycha Wolfries, x105 Covenants Assistant twolfries@ashburnvillage.org Lyn Laws, x100 Member Services & Newsletter Coordinator llaws@ashburnvillage.org Teresa Reifsnyder, x123 Accounts Payable treifsnyder@ashburnvillage.org Katrina Bilikha, x124 Accounts Receivable, Bookkeeper kbilikha@ashburnvillage.org Ann Mattiucci, x 107 Pavilion Member Services amattiucci@ashburnvillage.org Adam Puffinburger Facilities & Grounds Supervisor McKane Goldizen Facilities & Grounds Assistant Neil Puffinburger Facilities & Grounds Assistant Darren Phares Facilities & Grounds Assistant 4
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Committee Meetings 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 Board of Directors (BOD) Tuesday, September 28, 6:00 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle Architectural (AERC) Tuesday, September 7, 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 21, 6:00 p.m. AVCA Office, Courtland Drive Budget & Finance (B&FC) Monday, September 20, 6:30 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle Competitive Swimming Committee (AVCSC) Thursday, September 9, 7:30 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle Facilities & Grounds (F&GC) Monday, September 13, 6:00 p.m. Mills Recreation Center, Grottoes Drive Lakes & Ponds (L&PC) Wednesday, September 15, 7:00 p.m. Mills Recreation Center, Grottoes Drive Neighborhood Watch (NHWC) * Meeting Date/ Location ChangeMeetings to be held every other month Next meeting, Tuesday, October 12, 2010 Mills Recreation Center, Grottoes Drive Recreation and Community Events (R&CEC) Wednesday, September 1, 7:00 p.m. Sports Pavilion Sports Pavilion Renovation Committee Wednesday, September 8, 7:00 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle Tennis (AVTC) Monday, September 13, 7:00 p.m. Lakes Recreation Center, Cheltenham Circle
president ’ s report
Doug Carlson President dcarlson@ashburnvillage.org 2008 - 2010 term
Greetings, Fellow Villagers! End of Summer – Start of School As the days of summer draw to an end we are once again placing in the annals of Ashburn Village history another successful swimming pool and Aqua Jets season, Fourth of July celebration, RISE Camp and Sports Pavilion close week. The efforts of the association staff and our contractors, WTS and Winkler Pool Management, have been outstanding this summer and we thank them. I must also comment on the status of the lakes and ponds within the community. It has been many years since we last saw a summer with so much heat and yet very few algae blooms. We owe that exceptional effort to the hard work of our environmental and water conservation contractor, Virginia Waters. Close week at the Pavilion this year saw the usual top to bottom cleaning but in addition, the gym floor was replaced. I encourage everyone to stop by and take a look or get a game of basketball in with your friends. The work took several weeks but I think all will agree that the job was first rate. With the start of the school season fast approaching, we need to be cognizant of the fact that our children will be walking to the bus stops and schools in their neighborhoods and standing on or near the sidewalks and neighborhood street intersections. There are many new commuting options that have opened up in the last several months. Many residents and non-residents are using these alternative roads and speeds are increasing even without the limits being raised. With three schools in the Village and many young children attending them, please be careful when driving in the early morning and afternoon. FY 2011 Budget & Thoughts The General Manager, Finance Manager, Budget and Finance Committee along with the BOD and other standing committees and concerned residents began the work of formulating the fiscal year 2011 budget on August 30th. The plan is to complete the draft budget no later than September 10th. This is a departure from previous years when the planning was completed over a series of weeks during the month of September. Since there is great concern among a few homeowners that rates will be skyrocketing, the senior staff, the Treasurer (Chris Hettinger) and I decided to start and complete the work with plenty of time for the community to weigh in ahead of the annual meeting and elections.
Contrary to the beliefs of some in the community, rates will not be increasing astronomically or without reason. In addition, some would have you believe the fallacy that our budget can and should be cut substantially; this is also untrue. The individuals who make these claims are simply pandering and are uneducated in the cost of operating the association. These claims are being made in an attempt to gain favor and your vote. I would ask that you review the draft budget and all of the ancillary documentation and become familiar with the budget for yourself. The draft and the supporting documentation will be placed on the association’s web site for all homeowners. The bottom line is that Ashburn Village operates on a zero-based budget. That means we spend as much money as we take in, period. We set revenue targets for the programs offered at the Sports Pavilion and spending caps in all departments and operations in order to build a solid budget, which translates into the annual assessment. The association’s top expenditures are: landscape, lake/ pond and general maintenance, trash and recycling, annual Reserve contributions, Pavilion operations and salaries & benefits of the staff. The association negotiates long-term contracts for all recurring operations and maintenance in order to obtain the best possible financial deals. The bulk of our annual increases are due to contract escalators over the life of the negotiated deals, our maintenance and utilities requirements and our commitments to our employees. Just as with anything else in our personal household budgets, the annual budget increases as prices for materials, labor and other market-driven forces and utilities increase. The Straight-up Truth about Your Village While the Board of Directors has tried desperately to remain politically neutral for years, I am compelled to set the record straight in several areas that have been recently discussed on a local web site. This site professes to have unlocked the diabolical secrets of the Sports Pavilion renovation and modernization project as well as nefarious activities involving the operations of the association and the budget process. The truth of the matter is that a minority group of very outspoken individuals, including one current and one former director, would have you believe that a voting majority of directors is out of control and ( C ontinued on next page)
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Important Numbers American Disposal Services
1 (703) 368-0500
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 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 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 6
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spending money with reckless abandon. These same individuals would also have you believe that the association’s assessments are going to be raised in an astronomical fashion to support a minority of the homeowners and non-residents with whimsical ideas related to the Pavilion renovation and modernization project. Finally, these same people would have you believe, as they firmly do, that assessments can be reduced while sustaining the same level of services and maintenance for our community. All of these accusations and misleading rhetoric are unequivocally false and have no merit. Our community is comprised of many assets that we must sustain for all homeowners; otherwise our community would fall into disrepair or worse, negatively affect our own property values. Take, for example, several years in the early part of the last decade when the General Manager and President of the Board were 100% responsible for the lack of annual maintenance policies. This lack of strategic thought led to hundreds of thousands of dollars in early replacement and rebuild costs of key elements such as the indoor pool heating system, tennis bubble heat system, street lights, soccer and baseball fields, trails, recreation center interiors and more. The money we have expended in recent years to resolve these issues could have been avoided had a strategic common-sense approach to maintenance been employed. We made a strategic new beginning a few years ago with the advent of the Landscape Revitalization Project, a program that will transform the association’s common areas, create a more sustainable environment and lower maintenance costs over time. This project is not inexpensive but it has been developed to span several years in order to spread the costs out over time. The renovation and modernization of the Sports Pavilion is no different. We have taken a common-sense multi-year approach to enhancing the 20-year-old facility and position it as a sustainable feature of the association for the next 20 years. The proposed multiyear Pavilion project is no different in this sense from the smaller-scale projects we have performed in the recreation centers to replace flooring, kitchen appliances, enhance and revitalize the pool bathrooms/locker rooms, install lights for the tennis courts and pool, replace street light assemblies with more energy efficient fixtures, and more. The recommended improvements, contrary to what some would have you believe, are designed for all members, not a select few - just like every other enhancement undertaken in recent years. In order to manage the day-to-day operations it takes employees, consultants and contractors to perform the duties and tasks associated with running a community the size of Ashburn Village. In effect Ashburn Village is a small business or town with employees and obligations to the shareholders or residents. No matter which analogy is used the end result is the same; it requires money to provide the ( C ontinued on next page)
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services and maintenance we are compelled to perform. We do not have the lowest assessment among planned developments in Loudoun County, but we are certainly not the highest either. Ashburn Village, with all of our amenities, services and offerings is right in the middle. We are one of the largest developments and have more to offer than any other planned community; because of this simple fact we have more to maintain, sustain and manage for the benefit of the entire community. The salacious remarks being made are meritless and those who continue to espouse them know better. Even in the face of the statistical data presented to them, they cry foul. They have no problem spending several million dollars for landscape revitalization but when it comes to spending similar amounts on another asset equally as important, they baulk. Why? Again, they stand on anecdotal information supplied by persons with agendas to eliminate children’s programs including swim team and swim lessons, stop group activities and what would amount to stifling participation in arguably the association’s primary common asset. The flaw in their belief is that the elimination of the programs would allow for more open activity participation. What they know but do not state is that we need the programs in order to pay the remainder of the operational costs for the facility not covered by monthly assessments. As a matter of fact, the profit Ashburn Village gleaned from the Blue Waves Swim Team in the 2009-2010 season has eliminated the entire operational loss due to three back-to back blizzards this past winter that spanned two fiscal years. Had it not been for the success of that program we would be making up the loss in FY2011. Other local communities were not so lucky; they had to special assess their residents upwards of $200-$300 per household to cover their losses. One final thought. Some candidates have mentioned that we need to amend our governing documents to place more constraint on the board and its power. This, while being a noble thought, is extremely costly (attorney’s fees, document review, printing, filing with the State, etc.) and
would require a two-thirds majority approval of all lot owners. While the governing documents are certainly not perfect, the developer solely funded the cost the last time they were changed and could do so without a majority vote. Not one Board has ever, as a majority, raised our assessments over and above what is called for in the declaration and governing documents; it simply cannot happen. What the governing documents did was to set a maximum cap on assessments in categories specific to the association’s operations. Those caps are used simply for calculation purposes designed to place boundaries on spending by the BOD, not a maximum assessment that would, should or could occur. Again, this is simply a tactic used to scare people and make them believe that any board can run amuck. I can think of many things we can do with our money other than give it to lawyers for a process that by design is nearly impossible to attain. There have also been cries that our documents do not adhere to the Property Owner’s Act (POA) and perhaps we are not abiding by the laws of the Commonwealth; this is simply not true. Our attorneys give the board a clear and concise assessment of the changes each year to the POA. Our governing documents reference the POA so how are we out of step and not complying with the laws of the Commonwealth? We are a very conservative organization with respect to our decision-making. If there is the slightest thought that we may be heading down a path that could lead to legal issues, we get our attorneys to weigh-in. Pavilion Renovation Update During the August Board of Directors meeting, a vote was taken and passed to begin the RFP process to solicit bids from design firms. Once a contract is awarded, the development of a Master Plan for the Pavilion renovation/modernization will begin in FY2011. The selected firm will not only design a complete program of change in phases, but will be required to stay within the agreed upon not-to-exceed budget of $5.3 million for all elements (including design, construction and contingency). The phased approach to the project will be developed with a long-term execution time of 5-7 years. This will minimize annual assessment increases while standing by the commitment of maintaining and improving this vital asset for all. Each phase of the plan will then be voted on by the current board in order to proceed. The RFP is posted on the association web site and can be found at www.ashburnvillage. org under Sports Pavilion Renovation & Revitalization. If you have questions or comments, please forward them to renovatepavilion@ashburnvillage.org or bod@ashburnvillage.org. See you around the Village! The Villager
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July Meeting The July 27, 2010 regularly scheduled monthly meeting of the 2009-2010 Board of Directors was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by President M. Doug Carlson. Among other business: n Approved the minutes of the June 22, 2010 Board of Directors meeting. Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell n Several residents in attendance asked questions and voiced concerns regarding the AVSP renovation project. n A resident expressed concerns regarding the association’s policy for conveyance of Pavilion membership privileges by non-resident homeowners. n Discussion ensued regarding the AVSP renovation. Several residents in attendance voiced their concerns regarding the project, specifically related to the formation of the AVSP Expansion Committee and communication to residents regarding the Committee’s activities. n Received the President’s Report. Highlights included updates regarding the Russell Branch Parkway extension and an overview of activities related to the AVSP renovation/modernization plan.
n Received the Treasurer’s Report. Highlights included a review of the Budget and Finance Committee meeting held earlier in the month. The report represented in all material respect the financial condition and results of operations of the Ashburn Village Community Association as of, and for the periods January 1-June 30, 2010. n Received the Financial Manager’s Report. Highlights included the approval of the AVSP Membership Policy update and discussion of the BWST 2010/2011 budget. n Received the General Manager’s Report. Highlights included the status of the Pavilion tennis court repairs and the Ringold Cove/Creek project. Additionally, a thank you letter from the AVFRD for the 5K/10K race proceeds donation was distributed for Board review. n Received the Facilities and Grounds Manager’s Report. Highlights included the status of maintenance projects within the Village. ( C ontinued on next page)
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n Received the Resident Services Manager’s Report. Highlights included the status of lot by lot inspection process and the electronic file conversion into the AIMS system. New Business consisted of the following items: n The Board approved the use of the Pavilion indoor pool for BWST Prep Group meets on January 9, 2011 and February 28, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Approved: Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell Opposed: Austin n The Board approved the use of three lanes of the Pavilion indoor pool on Sundays from 4:00-6:00 p.m. September- May for BWST. Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell n The Board approved the interpretation of the language in the Supplemental Declaration for Sections 47 & 48 as recommended by AVCA counsel regarding White vertical deck elements.
Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell n The Board authorized staff to draft a file retention policy using the seven-year retention rule as recommended by the association’s legal counsel. Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell n The Board instructed the General Manager to investigate the cost and staffing considerations related to opening the pools on staggered hours to better accommodate residents during early morning and later evening hours. n Received the AVSP Management Report. Highlights included the introduction of the New Aquatics Director as well as preliminary planning for the 20th Anniversary of Village Fest. n The Board approved the use of the 4th indoor tennis court for programming use on a month-to-month basis during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell n Received committee reports and minutes. ( C ontinued on next page)
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Violation Hearings The Board voted to continue enforcement proceedings against the homeowners of 21272 Rosetta Place for the common area fence encroachment. If the fence is removed from common area by the compliance deadline, the assessments will be waived. Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell The Board took no further action regarding the recreation center privileges of the following properties: n 20956 Glenburn Terrace n 20990 Kittanning Lane Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell The following properties were denied variance requests: n 21068 Carthagena Court - tree fort on common area n 20939 Rootstown Terrace - ¾ view storm door Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell The following properties were assessed for lawn and landscape violations. Assessments will be waived if the properties are brought into compliance by the compliance deadline: n 43996 Aberdeen Terrace n 44032 Aberdeen Terrace n 21028 Lemon Springs Terrace n 21315 Lord Nelson Terrace Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell The following property was assessed for lawn and landscape violations and the assessment will be applied to the account immediately: n 44223 Palladian Court Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell The Board authorized the General Manager, in conjunction
with the association’s legal counsel, to take appropriate legal action against the following property owners for property maintenance violations: n 21311 Lord Nelson Terrace Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell The following properties were assessed for trash and recycling violations. Assessments will be waived if the properties are brought into compliance by the compliance deadline: n 20577 Blue Water Court n 43976 Kitts Hill Terrace Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell The following properties were assessed for short-term violations. Assessments will be waived if the properties are brought into compliance by the compliance deadline: n 20577 Blue Water Court n 21094 Mossy Glen Terrace Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell The following property was assessed for unauthorized improvements. Assessment will be waived if the proper application is submitted by the application deadline: n 44165 Allderwood Terrace Approved: Austin, Bailey, Carlson, Graham, Hettinger, Horvath, and Nutwell The Board went into Executive Session at 10:40 p.m. The Board came out of Executive Session at 11:20 p.m. Executive Session Decision Items n The Board suspended a resident from the Sports Pavilion and all of the AVCA recreation facilities effective immediately as a result of inappropriate conduct. n The Board approved the filing of the lawsuit as drafted by the association’s counsel regarding enforcement of the covenants against a non-compliant owner. The meeting adjourned at 11:25 p.m.
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Board of Directors Candidate Nominating Petition Board of Directors Candidate Nominating Petition 2010-2012 Term 2010-2012 Term
Ashburn Village Community Association, Inc. 44025 Courtland Drive, Ashburn, Virginia 20147 Main Number: (703) 723-7910 Email: Community avca@ashburnvillage.org Ashburn Village Association, Inc. Fax: (703) 478-8583 44025 Courtland Drive, Ashburn, Virginia 20147 Nominating Petition Requirements: (1) Candidate must own property in Ashburn Village; (2) Be a member in good standing with the Association; Main Number: 723-7910 Email: (703)(5) 478-8583 (3) Be willing to serve on the Board for(703) the 2010-2012 term; (4) Obtainavca@ashburnvillage.org five Ashburn Village property ownerFax: signatures; Sign and return this
form to the Association by September 10, 2010 at 5:30 p.m. Nominating Petition Requirements: (1) Candidate must own property in Ashburn Village; (2) Be a member in good standing with the Association; (3) Be willing to serve on the Board for the 2010-2012 term; (4) Obtain five Ashburn Village property owner signatures; (5) Sign and return this CANDIDATE INFORMATION (Please print) form to the Association by September 10, 2010 at 5:30 p.m.
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The questions provided below have been developed by the Elections Committee. Questions and answers are subject to publication in The Villager, on the AVCA website and/or the AVCA Annual Meeting package. A copy of these answers can also be submitted electronically to CANDIDATE QUESTIONS (Please print) cloritsch@ashburnvillage.org. The questions provided below have been developed by the Elections Committee. Questions and answers are subject to publication in The Villager, on the AVCA website and/or the AVCA Annual Meeting package. A copy of these answers can also be submitted electronically to cloritsch@ashburnvillage.org. 1. Why are you running for the Board? Whydoare you running for of thea Board? 2.1.How you view the role Director? 2. How do you view the role of a Director? 3. How will you gain a sense of how the various residential neighborhoods (e.g., single family, townhome, condo, 55+) view a particular issue? How describe will you gain sense ofon how various residential neighborhoods (e.g.,project single family, condo, 55+) view a particular issue? 4. 3.Please your athoughts thethe Renovation/Revitalization/Modernization for the townhome, Sports Pavilion. 4. Please describe your thoughts on the Renovation/Revitalization/Modernization project for the Sports Pavilion. 5. Do you or your children participate in programming at the Sports Pavilion? Do you or your children participate in programming at the Sports Pavilion?on the Board? 6. 5.What experience, professionally and personally, will guide you as a Director I am member in good standing. My signature below attests to my to serve the Ashburn Village Community Association Board of 6. aWhat experience, professionally and personally, will guide youwillingness as a Director on theon Board? Directors for the 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 terms. I am a member in good standing. My signature below attests to my willingness to serve on the Ashburn Village Community Association Board of Property Owner (1) 2010-2011 Signature &and Address: Directors for the 2011-2012 terms. Property Owner (2)(1) Signature & Address: Property Owner Signature & Address: Property Owner (3)(2) Signature & Address: Property Owner Signature & Address: Property Owner Signature & Address: Property Owner (4)(3) Signature & Address: Property Owner (5)(4) Signature & Address: Property Owner Signature & Address: Property Owner (5) Signature & Address: Candidate Signature
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Please also provide a brief candidacy letter to the community and photo suitable for publication with this petition. The Association reserves the right to edit any submitted information length. Mail or deliver all documents to: Resident Services Manager, 44025 Courtland Drive, Candidatefor Signature Date Ashburn, VA 20147 or cloritsch@ashburnvillage.org or call (703) 723-7910, x102 for more information. Please also provide a brief candidacy letter to the community and photo suitable for publication with this petition. The Association reserves the right to edit any submitted information for length. Mail or deliver all documents to: Resident Services Manager, 44025 Courtland Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147 or cloritsch@ashburnvillage.org or call (703) 723-7910, x102 for more information. Form Effective 2010
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ashburn village Candidacy for board
2010 Election Candidates As of the publication of the September Villager, seven (7) candidate petitions were received for the 2010 Annual Meeting Election. The candidates are Bob Graham, Dave Austin, Doug Carlson, Gene May, Jack Ryan, Karen Guthrie, and Richard Nutwell. Due to the larger than anticipated response to the 2010 call for candidates and the lack of space in the Villager to accommodate the publication of all of the submissions, the full candidate petitions and profiles will be posted to the AVCA’s website at www.ashburnvillage.org. Additionally, the full candidate petition and profiles will be published in the 2010 Annual Meeting Package which will be mailed to every homeowner of record during the week of September 20. Hard copies of the candidate petitions and profiles will also be available at the AVCA Office.
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F REE G ARDEN L ECTURE Loudoun County Master Gardener Volunteers invite the public to attend a FREE Garden Lecture at the Loudoun Extension Office Conference Room 30 Catoctin Circle, SE Suite B (in the Wachovia Bank Building) Leesburg, VA
U RBAN F ARMING September 2, 2010 7:00 P.M. The lecture will be presented by Tyler Brown, September 2, 2010, at 7 pm, at the Loudoun Extension Office Conference Room, 30 Catoctin Circle, SE, Suite B (Wachovia Bank Building), Leesburg. Tyler is the Project Manager of Real Food Farm, an urban agriculture project in Baltimore. The Farm is a project of Civic Works, Baltimore's Service Corps, and is selling fruits, herbs and vegetables for local institutions and communities using "hoop houses" - low-cost, plastic greenhouses. The project seeks to utilize unused land, build a model for production-scale agriculture in the city environment, and provide healthy fresh food and job skills for Baltimoreans living in food deserts. Tyler was born and raised in Leesburg, VA. To learn more about the Real Food Farm project visit their website: http://www.real-food-farm.org/ For more information visit the Loudoun County Master Gardener website: www.loudouncountymastergardeners.org or call the Loudoun Extension Office if you have questions at 703-777-0373. Debbie Dillion coordinates the Master Gardener Volunteer program. "If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact Debbie Dillion, Loudoun Extension Office, at (703-777-0373/TDD*) during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event.
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Loudoun County Master Gardener News
Debbie D. Dillion Urban Horticulturist Loudoun County Extension
Fall is in the Air! As I write this in early August, the dog days of summer are here with temperatures in the 90s and rain that is very spotty around the area. This makes it hard to talk about fall and chores around the yard and garden. I am a person who loves being outside and suffers from SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) related to lack of sunlight. I have already noticed that the days are getting shorter and that the sunlight is not coming from as high in the sky as it did a month ago. I dread the days getting short and always look forward to just before Christmas when the days start to get longer again. My “lawn” has suffered from lack of rain more it seems this summer than for the past few summers. Now you must understand that my “lawn” had a former life as a pasture and is now just mowed as a lawn. I don’t spend money on over-seeding, fertilizing, or irrigation and am happy with whatever is there that is green. I prefer to spend my money on woody ornamental trees and shrubs. Established cool season lawns can survive all but the most severe drought.
They go dormant, meaning they will stop growth, brown out, and rest until more favorable environmental conditions return. Within a week after sufficient rain, you will see them greening up and growth resuming. Fall is an excellent time to perform many chores related to your turf. Over-seeding/planting of new lawns should occur in mid-late August into September. Test your soil to see if the pH needs adjusting and what nutrients the soil may need. You can pick up a soil test kit that you send to the lab at Virginia Tech at the information desk at your local library. Other lawn chores that can be done at this time are core aeration and top dressing with compost – these help to open the soil and add organic matter which will build and improve your soil making for a stronger stand of turf. There are many publications related to turf at the VCE website: http://pubs.ext.vt.edu/category/lawns.html. I used to worry about fall clean-up in my ornamental beds. Now I leave most of that work until spring. By not cutting back perennials in many instances you Virginia Cooperative Extension may provide more insulation and protection from A partnership of Virginia Tech and Virginia State University winter damage. It will also provide cover for birds and food if you allow seedheads to remain. Don’t Loudoun Cooperative Extension prune trees and shrubs at this time as doing so could lead to new growth which may not harden off properly and will be susceptible to winter damage. Also many of your spring flowering shrubs set Have you heard of the Master Gardener Volunteers? their flower buds in late summer for the following Do you know what Master Gardener Volunteers do? spring and if you prune you remove those flowers. If you have lots of leaves, rake heavy amounts from Would you like to learn how to become a Master Gardener groundcovers onto the lawn, then use your lawn Volunteer? mower to chop them into small bits and use them as mulch around the garden. Then come to one of two FREE programs “So You Want to Be Take advantage of the great fall weather we a Master Gardener Volunteer?”. Learn about the Master have in Virginia. Go for a drive along Skyline Drive Gardener Volunteer program in Loudoun County and the or your favorite route and enjoy the beautiful colors requirements for becoming a Virginia Cooperative Extension and vistas. Visit a pick-your-own orchard, farmer’s Master Gardener Volunteer. market, or pumpkin patch, or attend one of the August 26 7 pm Loudoun Extension Office many fairs or community events held around the 30 Catoctin Circle, SE, Suite B county. For a list of Loudoun’s offerings for pick(Wachovia Bank Building) your-own and other products go to: http://www. Leesburg, VA 20175 loudounfarms.org/default.asp?ContentID=1. To search August 31 7 pm Dulles South Multipurpose Center Virginia offerings by zip code go to: http://www. 24950 Riding Center Drive vdacs.virginia.gov/vagrown/index.shtml#. South Riding, VA 20152 Contact the Loudoun County Master Gardeners with your gardening questions at their Help No registration required. Contact Debbie Dillion if you have questions: 703-771-5838 or ddillion@vt.edu Desk at 703-771-5150 or ex107mg@vt.edu or stop www.ext.vt.edu by the office at 30 Catoctin Circle, SE, Leesburg, between the hours of 9 am to Noon, Monday through Friday. College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
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30 Catoctin Circle SE, Suite B Leesburg, Virginia 20175 703/777-0373 Fax: 703/771-5844 E-mail: ddillion@vt.edu
Extension is a joint program of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and state and local governments. Virginia Cooperative Extension programs and employment are open to all, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Turf n It is time to apply herbicides to your lawn for winter annual or perennial weeds that germinate or form rosettes in turf during the fall. Check herbicide labels before using, and select an appropriate chemical for the weed types and lawn type in your yard. n Don’t retire the lawn mower when the growth of your lawn slows down this fall. As long as the grass continues to grow, it should be mowed. n Don’t allow leaves to accumulate on the lawn. Rake them up regularly, and store in a pile for use as mulch in your garden next summer. If leaves accumulate on your lawn and become matted down by rain, they may kill the grass. n Early autumn is the best time of the year for the sowing of grass seed. Grass sown in spring is often killed by hot, dry, summer weather. For more vigorous growth, spread a very thin mulch of clean straw over newly seeded areas. The straw shades delicate seedlings from the hot sun and helps preserve moisture in
the soil, yet lets enough light through for germination. By the time cold weather arrives, the grass is fairly well established and ready to grow and thicken early the following spring. n Healthy green grass outside the windows of your home can cool the breeze off hot pavement by as much as 10 degrees F.
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Gardening Tips n Wait until deciduous trees and shrubs begin to drop their leaves before fertilizing them. This signals dormancy, when no new growth will be stimulated that might not harden off prior to cold temperatures. However, roots are active until soil temperature drops below 40 degrees F, so nutrients will be taken up and used by the plants to develop a stronger root system. n To minimize the occurrence of black spot on roses, prune and remove infected areas. Be sure to destroy the clippings, as the disease will carry over from year to year. n Many balled and burlapped trees and shrubs are now sold wrapped in synthetic burlap that will not rot in the ground, resulting in a rootbound plant that doesn’t grow well if the burlap is left in place. Some of this material strongly resembles cotton burlap; if in doubt about the burlap’s makeup, cut it away from the root ball once the plant is in place. n Select some accent plants for your landscape that will provide autumn color. Trees that turn red include dogwood, red maple, black gum, sweet gum, and red or scarlet oak. Shrubs with red fall foliage include viburnum, blueberry, Virginia sweetspire, and barberry. n Tree-wound paints used after pruning are no longer recommended because they can slow healing and may promote decay. n The perfect gift for the golden anniversary? Give the Golden Rain Tree, Koulreuteria panniculata, favored for its brilliant, gold, fall foliage show. Two Full-Service Veterinary Facilities!
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Healthy Back to School Lunches It’s back to school time for many of us, and that means getting the hang of a new routine. For me, that means once again packing lunches. While I know there are some good options available at the schools, I prefer to send my kids off to school with a packed lunch. By packing their lunches, I am in control of what they are eating. It also allows me to be more active in reducing the amount of packaging used during lunch. So, with that in mind, I wanted to share some information and ideas about choosing lunch options for your kids. PACK FOOD IN REUSABLE CONTAINERS According to Waste-free Lunches (http://www.wastefreelunches.org/), one student bringing their lunch to school will create approximately 67 pounds of trash per school year. If you stop and think about it, it’s easy to see how that can add up and create a burden for our already financially strapped schools to haul off to the nation’s landfills. After reading that and deciding I wanted to do my part, I am making some environmentally friendly changes. I went to the local grocery store and purchased reusable lunch containers to use. I bought 2 sets of each type for each kid - thinking that I’m covered if one is left at school overnight or not washed. They have all sorts of shapes, colors and patterns to choose from – have your kids choose the ones they want. Don’t forget to also consider packing reusable utensils and a reusable water bottle. By making a small change like this, not only can you impact the environment, but you can use it as an opportunity to teach your kids the importance of recycling and being conscious of the world around them.
To find container ideas – use the search term ‘reusable lunch containers’ in any search engine and you will see many options to choose from. HEALTHY LUNCH IDEAS I am fairly confident that I am not the only parent who has to deal with picky eaters. Both of my kids are selective and to make it even more ‘fun,’ they tend to be polar opposites when it comes to their choices. Because of this, I am always looking for lunch ideas that are easy to make , healthy and will appeal to both of them. With a bunch of different types of containers available now, you can make just about anything work! Last year, I often heated up leftovers like Mac and Cheese or tomato soup and packed it in a thermos that holds its heat. It usually took me less than 5 minutes to reheat and store. And for inspiration beyond the good ole sandwich standby, I found some great suggestions
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at Good Housekeeping Online (http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food/ healthy/ideas-kids-school-lunches). Try going over these lunch ideas with your kids ahead of time to find the ones they will eat. Sometimes, letting them have a say in what’s for lunch can make all the difference. Also, try not to let the side choices you pack overrun the healthy options. In addition to a main entrée - I pack fresh fruit and small carrots each day. Depending on the day, I also include yogurt (in tubes or cups), cottage cheese, applesauce or string cheese as well as one ‘treat’ usually chosen by them. While not a completely bythe-book healthy lunch, I try to shoot for the 80/20 rule of thumb: 80% of the lunch could be considered healthy with the other 20% more of a treat. You have to consider what your kids will really eat and what you have time to prepare – and tailor lunch to that. After a morning of learning, kids are hungry and will eat just about anything. So I prefer to be in control of what that ‘anything’ is. For me, teaching them to be conscious of how their actions affect the world around them and providing them with healthy lunch options is worth the effort it takes in the morning. Visit my blog to find more family nutrition ideas: http://www.livefitand sore.com. You can also find support and general information about all sorts of things related to living a fit and healthy life. Feel free to email me or leave a comment when you do visit, letting me know you are finding my information helpful. While opinions, resources and information provided at livefitandsore.com are my own, my hope is that you find what you need to ignite and inspire you as you make progress on your own fit and healthy journey. I enjoy the company! The Villager
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Williams Martial Arts & Fitness and Susan G. Komen Fundraiser Williams Martial Arts & Fitness (WMAF) wil be conducting a series of self defense seminars to help raise money for Susan G. Komen. WMAF is proud to sponsor The Commitment Warriors as they enter their third year participating in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk. With your help, they can reach their fundraising goal while you learn how to protect yourself and your family both inside and outside your home. You will have the knowledge to use when there is no other choice but to fight back to survive. The three seminars are: Attacked From Behind, August 20; Attacked from The Ground, September 24; and Environmental, October 22. Attend one or attend all three seminars! Classes are on Fridays from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Free babysitting will be provided. Cost is $25 per class with all proceeds going to Susan G. Komen. Class will be held at WMAF located at 43930 Farmwell Hunt Plaza, Suite #126, Ashburn, VA. Call to register at 703-858-3800.
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SEPTEMBER 2010
VillageFest 2010– 20th Anniversary
Friday, October 1st, 6-10pm & Saturday, October 2nd, 11am-10pm (Rain date: Sunday, October 3rd, 11am-10pm)
Event Highlights
Come out to the Pavilion for rides, food, entertainment, concerts and more! Friday night enjoy entertainment from Suburban Rush. Come early in the day on Saturday, see performances by Now This! And Kenya Safari Acrobats. Also on Saturday enjoy performances by Kinderdance, Ashburn Academy of Dance and Zumba Latin Dancing. Saturday night entertainers include Chasing Arrows and the headliner, The Reflex Band. Visit the AVSP website for additional entertainment information.
Pavilion Hours and Parking Lot Closure
The AVSP parking lot will be closed for ride set-up, inspection and take-down beginning Tuesday, September 28. Parking will be available across the street on Pavilion Way. The parking lot will reopen on Tuesday, October 5. The AVSP facility will close early at 4:00pm (ASAP program will still run until 6:00pm) on Friday, October 1. The facility will remain closed all day on Saturday, October 2 and will reopen late at 8:00am on Sunday, October 3 (in the instance of rain, the facility will be closed on Oct. 3 to accommodate the event).
Pre-Sale Information
Pre-sale Resident “All Weekend” and “Saturday Only” wristband vouchers can be purchased at the AVSP Front Desk Monday, September 20 through Thursday, September 30. Wristband vouchers will only be sold to those listed on a membership roster. On event day, all voucher holders must report to Will Call to redeem wristbands. All residents must be present during voucher exchange in order to redeem the voucher for wristbands. 2010 VillageFest Wristband / Ticket Pricing* All Weekend
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Kids Triathlon
Get the help and motivation you need to achieve your health and fitness goals! All AVSP personal trainers are nationally certified to ensure they have the knowledge and expertise to develop a fitness program to best address your specific needs and interests. Come in and make an appointment with one of our trainers to discuss how we can motivate you. September Personal Training Special: 12 for 10 Buy any of our 10 session packages of personal training and receive 2 sessions for free. Private One-on-One (1 hr) $500 Express One-on-One (1/2 hr) $355 Partner Training (1 hr) $780 Small Group of 3 (1 hr) $900 Small Group of 4 (1 hr) $1,100
Swim, bike and run in the Ashburn Village Youth Triathlon. Swim laps in the AVSP Indoor Pool, bike around the lake and run on a marked course starting and ending at the pavilion. Kids ages 615 of all levels are encouraged to compete. All racers will receive a participation medal and prizes will be awarded for winners in the following age groups. 6-8 yr, 9-11 yr, and 12-15 yr. Ages 6-8: SWIM- 50 meters/RUN- 1 mile/BIKE*- 1 mile Ages 9-11: SWIM- 100 meters/RUN-2 mile/BIKE*-2 mile Ages 12-15: SWIM– 150 meters/RUN- 2 mile/BIKE*- 3 mile *A bike helmet is required for the bike portion of this event. Early Registration After Sept. 10th Relay Teams
Residents $20 $30 $30
Non-Residents $25 $35 $35
Please see this month’s Villager for a copy of the registration form. Forms may also be downloaded from the AVSP website or picked up at the Pavilion front desk. For questions or to request additional information, please contact Diane Sohn at 703-7290581 ext. 104 or email at dsohn@ashburnvillage.org.
Muscular Mommies This class focuses on strength training, cardio and abdominal work. Your baby can get in on the fun too, or simply stay close to you on your mat. This class is for babies and toddlers 6 months – 4 yrs of age. Days/Times: Thursdays @ 10:30am Dates: September 16-October 7 Cost: $35 Residents/ $45 Non-Residents Drop-In: $10 Residents/ $15 Non-Residents Instructor: Janelle Romano Pre-registration is required for this course. Contact the Pavilion Front Desk to check class availability.
Fitness Tours Ever wonder how the machines work at AVSP or how to get the cardio equipment started? Join a Certified Personal Trainer for a fitness tour. Day/Time: Tuesdays @ 6:30pm & Thursdays @ 9am Dates: On-going. Cost: FREE. Advance registration required.
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This course gives a general introduction to the “do’s” and “don’ts” of fitness and weight training, emphasizing safety, proper technique, weight selection, as well as gym etiquette. This is a twoday course and teens must demonstrate competency on the equipment and pass a written quiz. After completing this course teens aged 12-15 may use the fitness center with parental supervision. Please note, participation in both days of the session is required. Course is offered each week at the following days/times: Session 1: Days/Times: Tuesday & Thursday @ 4:30pm Dates: On-going Session 2: Days/Times: Wednesday & Friday @ 4:30pm Dates: On-going Cost: $15 Instructor: Susan Strisik
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Boot Camp is a four-week, comprehensive fitness and weight-loss challenge that provides the tools and inspiration to get in shape, shed extra pounds and adopt a healthier lifestyle.
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9/6 9/8 9/11 It is important to note that Boot Camp is a time commitment. 9/18 To achieve optimal results, your participation will be encour9/18 aged in all aspects of the program. Session 1: Intermediate/Advanced Days/Times: Mon., Wed. & Fri. @ 5:30am Dates: September 13– October 8 Session 2: Beginner/Intermediate Days/Times: Tue., Thurs. @ 5:30am & Sat. @ 7am Dates: September 14– October 9 Session 3: All Levels Days/Times: Class runs Monday-Thursday @ 7pm Participants choose three of the four days and days can change week by week. Dates: September 13– October 7 Cost: $90 -Residents $110 -Non-Residents Drop in: $12 Residents;$15 Non-Residents
Outdoor Pool & Marina close for the season Resident Registration for Group Swim Classes Doggie Pool Party Kids Triathlon Community Yard Sale
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VillageFest Resident Registration for Group Swim Classes Halloween Party
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Ashburn Village Turkey Leg Tennis Tournament Resident Registration for Group Swim Classes
NOVEMBER
For a full list of event days and times, please visit the AVSP website at
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AVSP Labor Day Hours and Pool & Marina Closing
Belly Dance is a cardiovascular and strength workout. It teaches participants how to isolate muscles and work them independently. Participants of Belly Dance may also experience improved self esteem and a better sense of well being. Days/ Times: Level I-Wednesdays @ 8:30pm Level II- Mondays @ 8:30pm Dates: Session continues through October 6 Drop-In: $10 Residents; $15 Non-residents Instructor: Stephanie Niday
The Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion will open at 7:00am and close at 8:00pm on Monday, September 6th. The AVSP outdoor pool and marina will close for the season on Monday, September 6th. The outdoor pool closes at 7:30pm and the marina closes at 7pm Please Note: All Group Exercise classes will be cancelled on Monday, September 6th.
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Racquet Sports & Aquatics
Ashburn Village Turkey Leg Tourney L5 AVSP will host a USTA Tennis Tournament November 19-21. To register for the tournament visit the following website. http://tennislink.usta.com/tournaments/TournamentHome/ Tournament.aspx?T=91391 Tournament ID: 302903310 Dates: November 19-21, 2010 Divisions: Boys & Girls (16,12,8)s,FMLC Section: Mid-Atlantic District: Virginia Surface Type: Hard Indoor Entry Fee: $45 1st singles, $30 add'l singles $30 1st doubles, $20 add'l doubles per player Draws Posted: 11/17/2010 Entries Close: Sunday, November 07, 2010 11:59 PM EST
Farewell to Patrick Sloyan AVSP would like extend our best wishes to Patrick Sloyan who has resigned as the Junior Tennis Director at the Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion to pursue a new position in North Carolina with his family. Patrick has been with AVSP over 5 years and has been a vital part of the success and growth of junior tennis at our club and in the Loudoun community.
Registration dates for the Group Swim Sessions are as follows: Fall Session 1 Session Runs: Sept. 20-Oct. 15 Resident registration opens on Wednesday, September 8 @ 7pm Non-Residents registration opens on Sunday, September 12 @ 7am Registration closes September 16 @ 5pm Classes start week of September 20 Classes meet twice a week for 4 weeks. Fall Session 2 Session Runs: Oct. 25 –Nov. 19 Resident registration opens on Wednesday, October 13 @ 7pm Non-Residents registration opens on Sunday, October 17 @ 7am Registration closes October 21 @ 5pm Classes start week of October 25 Classes meet twice a week for 4 weeks.
Winter Session 1 Session Runs: Nov. 28 –Dec. 23 Resident registration opens on Wednesday, USTA Team Tennis Celebration November 17 @ 7pm Non-Residents registration opens on Sunday, The Ashburn Village Tennis Committee will host a celebration November 21 @ 7am for anyone who played on a 2010 USTA tennis team at the Registration closes November 24 @ 5pm Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion! Classes start week of November 28 Classes meet twice a week for 4 weeks. Join us September 10 from 10am-12:30pm at the LAKES Recreation Center for a celebration of the season. Please confirm Welcome Heather Purk and RSVP to bridgesden@aol.com.
Fall 2010 Indoor Tennis Season The AVSP tennis courts will be bubbled for the Fall in September with indoor play beginning September 13! To make an indoor tennis court contract time for either the Fall season or full Fall/Winter season contact Jennifer Douglas, Racquet Sports Director at jdouglas@ashburnvillage.org.
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AVSP welcomes Heather Purk as Aquatic Director. Heather joins AVSP with prior experience as a Blue Waves Swim Coach and an extensive background in aquatics. Heather can be reached at hpurk@ashburnvillage.org or by phone at 703-729-0581 ext. 116.
The Blue Wave Swim Team practices start September 7. Please check the online pool schedule for lane availability.
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Successful Summer Season
What a great summer season, it seemed to go by so quickly. They always say that time flies when you are having fun, and we had some fun this summer. First, we want to congratulate Coach Stefani, she had a bouncing baby boy on July 22nd and his name is Everett Hugh Shepherd! We should see Coach Stefani back on the deck in October. We qualified 27 swimmers for the PVS 14 & Under Championships and scored 126 points placing us 14th out of 24 teams. Lydia Qian was the team’s Back row: Brittany Dolan, Lauren Mandrgoc, Drew Scherer, Madison Gupton, Kaitlyn Pollock. high point winner. She placed; 10th-100 free, 7thMiddle row: Lizzy Mandrgoc, Peyton Webb, Marissa Coggins, Megan Patterson, Megan Thiede, 50 fly, 12th-200 free, 11th-50 free, 5th-100 fly and is headed into zones next week swimming the 100 and Danny Marron, Brennan Maxwell. Front row: Caroline Haines, Tori Webb 50 fly ranked 3rd and 4th respectively in PVS. Our Sectionals in Buffalo. Way to go Stephen Clendenin 10&U girls medley relay of Megan Marshall, Taylor and Becky Shaak! Harper, Lydia Qian, and Madison Gupton placed 4th. We broke a total of 19 individual team records and Four swimmers represented BLUE WAVE at the 3 relay team records at the championship meets this PVS Senior Champs at the U of Maryland pool and summer. This puts our new team record count for long from that we will be sending 2 swimmers to Super course season at 44 individual and 3 relay.
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Meet our Swimmers of the Month for July:
Anthony Paz was chosen as a swimmer of the month because of his work ethic. He started in our developmental squad and has been improving non-stop! This is due to his listening skills and always striving to be better. One of his goals for next year is to set a team record in at least one event.
Megan Patterson was chosen as a swimmer of the month because she has been excelling this long course season! The coaches have been very proud of how far Megan has come this year. She is always enthusiastic at practice and tries very hard. One of her goals for the year was to make it to LC champs this summer, which she did!
Izzy Castorena was chosen as a swimmer of the month because of his attitude. He always strives to see the best of situations. Izzy is a born leader and can always be counted to bring his teammates together. His improvements in one year have been stellar allowing him to achieve the goals he has set for himself.
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AVSP 3.0 USTA Team Wins Sectional Tournament The 3.0 USTA Women’s Team from Ashburn – the RED HOTS – competed this weekend at the Mid-Atlantic Sectional Tournament in Newport News and came out on top beating Maryland, DC, and another Virginia team in close 3-2 matches. As a result, the team will travel to the National Tournament in Tucson, AZ in October! Please help us in congratulating them on their big success! And a big round of applause to our 2.5 Team – the Racq Pacq – who also traveled to the Sectional tournament and played very tough matches against other Mid-Atlantic players. It was a huge accomplishment to make it that far and In picture (L to R): front row: Coach Branden Beets, Susan Godfrey, Angie Wong, Debbie Capretti, Jai Rajaji, Jackie we congratulate all the players who were Johnson, Erica Gormley, Coach Jennifer Douglas; back row (L to R): Laura Davis, Margy Caccia, Amy Sergi, Captain able to compete at that level. Cindy Campbell, Becky Harding, Jeannie Gay; not shown: Jane Casey, Nancy Colan
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Virginia Cooperative Extension, Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) and the Virginia Pesticide Control Board invite farmers, pesticide dealers, pest control firms, homeowners and golf courses to participate in the 2010 pesticide disposal program, which collects unwanted, outdated, or banned pesticides and disposes of them in a safe manner. No cost to participants in the designated localities. The program is funded through pesticide product registration fees collected by VDACS-Office of Pesticide Services. Disposal Location:
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Participants must transport their unwanted pesticides to central collection sites located within the service area. If participants cannot safely containerize the unwanted pesticides for transport, the disposal contractor will make arrangements to do that for them. Only unwanted pesticides will be accepted. Pesticide-contaminated material (for example, pesticide-contaminated fertilizer) will not be accepted as part of the disposal program. In addition, the program does NOT accept motor oil, paint, fuel, fertilizer or other chemicals.
Participants should complete a pesticide disposal registration form ahead of time and return the completed form to VDACS, P.O. Box 1163, Richmond Virginia 23218. The form is available at: http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/pesticides/disposal.shtml or by contacting the Pesticide Disposal Program at 804-786-3798.
Loudoun County Cooperative Extension Agent: Corey Childs & Debbie Dillion (703) 777-0373 Prince William Cooperative Extension Agent: Paige Thacker (703) 792-6285
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Junk Food Dog
A woman called me the other day, frantic that her six month old Labrador puppy, Max, was choking. I asked her if Max could have gotten into anything. She said Max had been eating a rawhide bone a short while earlier. I told her to check in the pup’s mouth, and I heard her shout, “Oh, my gosh!” She was able to get her hand down the dog’s mouth and hook her finger behind a large piece of rawhide wedged in there. Luckily, she was able to dislodge it. This woman and Max were both very fortunate. What if that had happened while Max was left alone? Dogs get into all sorts of stuff they shouldn’t, but quite often they are given things they shouldn’t have. Like every good dog owner, you want to make your dog happy, but how do you discern which toys and treats are safe? Some owners give their dogs just about anything under the sun - from worn out shoes and socks to steak and chicken bones left over from dinner. Others may pick out any toy that looks cute. Both groups unknowingly put their dogs at risk for choking, intestinal obstructions, or stomach and pancreatic infections, any of which may cause death. Stuffed toys, socks, towels, in fact anything that can be
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torn apart, can potentially be swallowed and cause problems. I’ve seen dogs swallow socks whole and need them surgically removed. What about rawhides, pig ears, or Nylabones? Rawhides are usually well-tolerated, but they may cause stomach upset, or become a choking hazard as mentioned earlier. It is best to observe your pooch if you give him or her one. Pig ears are trouble. Although dogs seem to love them, I’ve seen far too many dogs become very ill after eating them. Nylabones can also be dangerous. Made from nylon, these knobby bones are supposed to stand up to chewing, but if a dog bites off a large enough piece, this indigestible material could spell danger. What should you leave with your dog to keep him or her occupied while you are gone? Provide only sturdy toys that won’t shred, break up or be swallowed whole. When it comes to dog toys, one size does not fit all. P.S. Marrow bones are good, but make sure to boil them for 3-5 minutes to kill off any potentially dangerous bacteria.
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Notes From Your Neighbors… AVFRD Explorer Post 1666 is seeking new members & adult leaders. Join us for First Night Orientation on Wed. Sept. 29th at 7 PM at AVFRD at 20688 Ashburn Road. Post 1666, supported by AVFRD, promotes community service, leadership and life saving skills. Being an Explorer offers young adults hands-on learning with lots of fun and challenging fire and rescue activities that promote their growth and development. Members must be 14 years old and have finished the 8th grade. Parents are encouraged to attend. For further information contact Max Triola, mjtriola@msn.com. Volunteer Opportunities The Ashburn Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department is always looking for dedicated and hardworking members. We not only have opportunities for firefighters and EMTs, but for administrative members who support our firefighters and EMTs. Come join our team and discover the volunteer in you! Visit our website for more details or contact us at recruitment@ashburnfirerescue.org.
Erika Goedrich, Chair (571) 439-6923 Pat May, (571) 215-7519 publicitywg@avfrd.net
Congrats, AVFRD Spring 2010 Grads On July 29, 22 AVFRD volunteers were recognized at the Loudoun County Fire and Rescue graduation ceremony. Fifteen AVFRD members completed Firefighter I and/or II, while seven volunteers passed EMT-Basic. Congratulations graduates! And thank you, family and friends for your support.
Upcoming Events For full details, please visit http://www.ashburnfirerescue.org/events/ Fall Open House & Family Day (Celebrating our Fire Fighting Personnel) Sunday, October 3 from Noon to 4 p.m. at Station 6, 20688 Ashburn Road and it’s Free! Parking at Cedar Lane Elementary School on Tolomac Road – FREE Shuttle Bus Service We invite you, our friends and neighbors, into our home during our Fall Open House. We’ve packed the afternoon with fun for the whole family with Ambulance and fire engine tours, Fire truck rides, Be a firefighter, Safety smoke house, Firefighter skills demonstration, Face painting, Balloon artist, Popcorn & Cotton Candy.
Pancake Breakfast Ashburn Firehouse, 20688 Ashburn Rd. 8 AM until noon. September 5 • November 7 • December 5 Note: No breakfast in October Southern States to Match Your Donations for Diesel Fuel Each night, a total of three AVFRD ambulances and three AVFRD fire engines are staffed and ready to roll in case of emergency. It takes 312 gallons of fuel to fill the tanks on those six apparatus. If you help us fill our tanks, Southern States (our fuel supplier) will too. You can buy a gallon (or more) at our Pancake Breakfast and Southern States will match all donations, up to 312 gallons per month. We thank you, and Southern States, for the support. Our annual Santa Parade will be December 11. Watch for the route and schedule to be published soon.
We are currently accepting sponsorship for all our events. Sponsorship opportunities are detailed on our website, or contact us at sponsor@ashburnfirerescue.org. Become our friend on Facebook – key word search: AVFRD The Villager
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Unbelievable. Summer is almost over, although you wouldn’t know it from our temperatures! Pools will be closing, football practice is starting, and schools are opening again. It may be too early for sweaters, but it’s not too early to check out what the Ashburn Library has coming up in September and beyond! In addition to our regular story times and book clubs, we will also focus on the International Day of Peace on September 21st and helping people write good resumes for Federal jobs. Finally, I want to call your attention to the county-wide library program we have been doing for several years now One Book, One Community. Continuing our focus on poetry, on September 11th we begin to distribute free copies of the selected book, Bicycles: Love Poems by Nikki Giovanni. Nikki Giovanni is a world-renowned poet, writer, commentator, activist, and educator. Over the past thirty years, her outspokenness, in her writing and in lectures, has brought the eyes of the world upon her. Storytimes:
Babygarten (0-18 months) Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:00 am Saturdays, 11:00 am *based on Babygarten curriculum Toddler Storytime (18-24 months) Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 am Terrific 2s Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:45 am Preschool Storytime (3s-5s) Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:30 am Family Rhythm, Rhyme and Storytime (2 & up with a caregiver) Wednesdays, 1:30 pm & 7:00 pm Saturdays, 10:00 am Sundays, 1:00 pm
Kids Book Clubs Ashburn Kids Book Club – Registration For ages 8-11. Monday, September 13, 7:00 pm Alvin Ho: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things by Lenore Look Capital Mysteries Book Club – Registration Books by Ron Roy. For ages 6-9. Wednesday, September 15, 4:00 pm Who Cloned the President?
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One of the most widely-read American poets, she prides herself on being “a Black American, a daughter, a mother, a professor of English.” Shortly after its release, Bicycles: Love Poems reached #1 on Amazon.com for Poetry. The author of some 30 books for both adults and children, Nikki Giovanni is a University Distinguished Professor at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia. Our goal is to provide all of Loudoun County the opportunity to read and discuss a single book of significance, all at the same time. The book will be distributed in September, keying toward discussions at all the branches, and a personal appearance by the author in October. Nikki Giovanni’s presentation will be held next month, Wednesday, October 20, 8:00 p.m. at NOVA’s Waddell Theater, 1000 Harry Flood Byrd Hwy., Sterling. This entire program is made possible by the Irwin Uran Gift Fund. Check out the details of all the programs at your Ashburn library, below: Junie B. Jones Book Club – Registration Books by Barbara Parks. For ages 6-9. Thursday, September 16, 4:00 pm Junie B. Jones and Some Sneaky Peeky Spying Guys Read – Registration For ages 8-11. Thursday, September 23, 7:00 pm The Strange Case of Origami Yoda by Tom Angleberger Math & Science Programs 123 Math & Science – Registration A class exploring science and math concepts. For ages 8-11. Monday, September 27, 7:00 pm
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Roses are Red and More with Bill Wellington - Try Poetry 2010 Saturday, September 18, 3:30 pm An afternoon of silly songs and poems. Submit your original “Roses are Red” poem by September 16 for a chance for Bill to read it. September is Library Card Month. Show your library card at this program for a chance to win a prize. International Day of Peace – Registration Tuesday, September 21, 4:00 pm Peaceful stories, songs and activity to celebrate International Day of Peace. For ages 5-8. Family Movie Matinee Saturday, September 25, 3:00 pm The Princess and the Frog, Rated G, 97 minutes Teens FOR AGES 12-18 Teen Reading Buddy Volunteers Orientation - Registration Tuesday, August 31, 4:30 pm (September-October session) Earn community service hours by reading stories to children ages 3-6 on Mondays, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Children’s Area Volunteers – Orientation - Registration Thursday, September 9, 7:00 pm Help keep our Children’s Area in order! Spend an hour a week organizing and shelving books. Attend this orientation and register for a three-month rotation. Community service hours available. For ages 12-14. Teen Book Club: Volunteer Opportunity Thursday, September 16, 6:00 pm Earn community service hours for creating reviews of the books we read in the club. We will then compile a book of our reviews.
Ashburn Teen Council: Volunteer Opportunity Registration Wednesday, September 22, 4:30 pm Earn community service hours while planning events for teens and children at the library. Poetry and Short Story Group with Shannyn Snyder Try Poetry 2010 - Registration Get ideas and tips on writing poetry and short stories. Once a month, share your work with other poets and writers. Saturday, September 25, 1:00 pm
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One-on-One ESOL Tutoring September - October, by Appointment starting August 23 Visit the Information Desk to sign-up for English for Speakers of Other Languages tutoring. ESOL learners will be partnered with a volunteer for a 1-hour session each week for 2 months. ESOL - English Conversation Group Tuesdays, 7:00 pm & Thursdays, 10:00 am An informal conversation group for non-native speakers to practice speaking English. Graphic Novels Book Club If you think all comics are muscular men in tights, you may be surprised. Join us every first Wednesday of the month to discuss “graphic novels” for grown-ups. Copies of the book will be available at the Information Desk. Wednesday, September 1, 7:00 pm Bayou. Volume 1 by Jeremy Love Adult Book Club - Tuesday, September 7, 7:00 pm The Last Chinese Chef by Nicole Mones Every Child Ready to Read: Parent Workshop Registration Monday, September 20, 7:00 pm Learn age-specific pre-reading skills to prepare your 0-5 year-old child to learn to read. Federal Resumes: “Cracking the Code” with Corliss Jackson, MPA Tuesday, September 28, 7:00 pm Learn valuable tips and techniques on how to successfully apply for Federal Government jobs. One Book – One Community Book Discussion Monday, October 18, 7:00 pm Bicycles: Love Poems by Nikki Giovanni Sponsored by the Irwin Uran Gift Fund.
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For Sale: 9-ft Pre-lit Kirkland Signature Christmas tree. 1800 constant-on lights, hinged branches pre-attached to center of tree, on-off foot pedal, stand included. Sells for $300+ at Costco. Like new! Your price $150 OBO. 703-858-1171 or 703-303-6072. For Sale: Storage shed 6 1/2 x 4 1/2 feet. Rubber Maid high density plastic. Large enough for lawn mower, wheel barrow, and garden tools. $100. 925-548-1725. For Sale: Moving sale. Freezer, radial saw, Shopsmith, Nordictrak, patio set, stair climber, power tools, furniture, computer printers, sea kayak, canoe and lots more. Email aeroinit@earthlink. net for full list, early bird buying opportunities, and date of sale. For Sale: Large, classic, modern four panel hutch for sale. Beveled glass, two interior lights, inlaid woodwork $1600 OBO. Kelley 703-945-9069. For Sale: Newton 24 volt electric lawn mower and attachments $150 or best offer. Small yard mechanic Snowfox electric snow blower $75 or best offer. HOME IMPROVEMENT A-1 Home Services: Small jobs honey do lists. Basements, decks, plumbing, elec., drywall, paint, roof repairs, odd jobs. 540-454-5024 Master Improvement Painting: We specialize in interior/ exterior painting, carpentry, powerwashing, sealing decks and repairing rotten wood. References available. Call for a free estimate. 703-731-9651. www.masterimprovementpainting.com ( C ontinued on next page)
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Home Improvement Specialist: Low rates for basements, drywall, fences, decks and small jobs. 25 years carpentry experience. Member Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce. Excellent Ashburn Village references available. Licensed/insured. Call Chris 703-771-9004. Home Improvement Contractor: Specializing in finishing basements, remodeling bathrooms, remodeling laundry rooms, electrical, plumbing, exterior hot tub installations, express water heater replacement and expert at water-proofing wet basements. 30 years experience. Free estimates. For all your home improvement needs, call Marc at 703-724-0772. Let’s Roll Painting: Leading Ashburn-based company providing the following services: (1) Interior painting; (2) Exterior painting; (3) Deck refinishing; (4) Trim installation; (5) Power washing. Call 703-723-9313 or 571-276-5758 or visit www.letsrollpaint ing.com to schedule a FREE estimate. Licensed and Insured. New Garage Doors: Replace your old garage door with a new insulated door. Models by Amarr and Clopay. Licensed and Insured. Free estimates. Call Pat 703-955-6389. ryanpjon@aol.com. Handy Guy: Painting, window washing, minor plumbing and electrical, new light fixtures, shelves and closet organizers installed AND everything in between. Free estimates. Call 703-729-0184 evenings, 925-548-1725 days. Full Circle Home Improvement: Kitchen and bath remodeling-flooring, installation hardwood tile etc. Finish trim moldingslighting-decks-finished basements-painting and more. Licensed and insured. Call Rich at 703-723-4268 email full_circlehome@yahoo.com
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T.W.A. Electric: Ashburn Village resident Licensed Contractor. Electrical repair fixture installation ceiling fans recessed lights panel upgrades outdoor lighting. Please call 703-723-9253. Ashburn residents free estimates and $25 off any service Use Garneski: For your A/C and heating needs. Garneski Air Conditioning and Heating Company is your local Carrier dealer.10% off any service up to $150 for Ashburn Village residents. Visit us at info@garneskiac.com or Call 703-880 2770 Photos By Joan E: Specializing in infant through teen location photography. See my website for more info. www.photosbyjoane. com, or call 703-858-2283. Senior picture special 1 free 8x10, or 10 wallets with any purchase through September. Concrete Flatwork: Lead walks, patios and driveways. New, remove and replace. Caulking. Bobcat services. 703-729-3225 or Cell: 703-309-1037.
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SPECIAL INTEREST MOMs Club of Ashburn Village area offers fun and support to mothers through playgroups, field trips, Moms’ Night Out, and more! Meet and greet meetings held monthly are open to prospective members. Email ashburnmomsclub@yahoo.com or visit http://www.avmomsclub.50webs.com/. Pray For Your Children: Come join a mom’s in touch Ashburn group praying weekly in my home for your children and their schools. Starting September 16, Thursday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Debbie 703-554-2538. Momsintouch.org Crafters and Vendors Needed: Broad Run High School Annual Fall Market Place, Saturday, November 6, 2010 from 9 am to 3pm. For more information: Call Cheryl Buflod, 703-729-5748 or email cher944@verizon.net Spaces start at 85.00. Spaces fill up fast! VILLAGE HELPERS In an ongoing attempt to provide the best service to our residents, we will no longer be listing the ages of the Village Helpers. Parents are encouraged to closely monitor any correspondence directed at their children as a result of these advertisements. Please be advised that “Village Helpers” is reserved for Ashburn Village adolescents who offer their various services. Pet Sitting: Rachel Clements will take care of your pet when you are away. Enjoys all different types of animals. Very responsible. References available. If interested, please call, 703-729-9585. Babysitter and/or Tutor: Ty Sheedlo, 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, Will baby-sit 6 months on up. 3 years experience (can provide references) Please call 703-729-5642. Pet Sitting and Babysitting: Pet sitting and babysitting Neil Hartman very responsible. Please call 703-729-2453. Pet Sitting: Jessica Feddersen Loves animals, very responsible. Call 571-271-9002 or email me at jessicaf_dancer_11@hotmail.com. Pet and Babysitting: I have taken a Red Cross babysitting course which included CPR training for infants and older children. I love and own/worked with animals of all sorts. Will babysit for newborn-10 years. Contact 571-277-0402. Flute Lessons: I have eight years of flute playing experience and am offering lessons for beginner and intermediate level flute students. The fee will be $15 per half hours session. Contact 703729-1591. Babysitting and Pet Sitting: Caris Cole, two + years experience. Loves kids and animals. Very responsible and dependable. 703-729-2162 or helenhc2@gmail.com Mother’s Helper/Babysitter/Petsitter: Katelyn Leidy is very responsible, loves kids and animals. Competitive swimmer, willing to help at the pool. Pre-school experience and references. If interested call 703-729-6107. Jackie Lopez-Boggio: Very responsible and patient. Will babysit newborns to 10 years old. Can tutor in math, Spanish, French etc. Call 571-247-7761 or email me at jaivlobo93@msn. com. 3+ years of experience.
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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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September Advertisers 16 Animal Medical Centers of Loudoun 33 Apple Federal Credit Union 35 Apt Orthodontics 2
Ashburn Academy of Ballet
15 Ashburn Eye Care Associates 35 Ashburn Foot and Ankle Center 34 Ashburn Ice House 26 Ashburn Village Animal Hospital 08 Bowman’s Heating A/C 28 Cantwell Vision Therapy 09 Climatic Heating and Cooling 08 Creative Dance Center 39 Creative Windows 36 Daczkowski Orthodontics 24 ENT & Allergy Specialists of Virginia 40 Fitwize 4 Kids 16 Hilldrup Moving & Storage 31 Ike Lans DDS 10 Kris’ Painting Service 36 Leading Edge Testing 18 Lennar Homes
2010 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.
10 Lori Christ 32 McCarthy Services 34 Moss Building & Design 07 Ocean Breeze 36 Ronald Ray DDS 24 Phoenix Taekwondo 30 The 2 H Group 34 Total Dynamix 09 Wiger Orthodontics 30 Zampiello Paint Contractors 38
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