The Montclairion - August 2015

MONTCLAIRIONa neighborhood newsletter published by the montclair property owners association.

volume 41, number 8 • august 2015

birds & butterfliesCreating a Wildlife Garden - Page 18

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PAGE 11Montclair Triathlon Recap

PAGE 13Block Party Weekend

PAGE 17Establishing a

Neighborhood Watch

Local Directory

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MPOA OfficeMailing Address Hours of Operation3561 Waterway Drive Monday-Friday: 8:30 am - 5 pmMontclair, VA 22025 Wednesdays, Apr.-Oct.: 8:30 am - 8 pm

Phone: (703) 670-6187 Fax: (703) 670-9620

Website: www.montclairva.com FSRConnect: dcmetro.fsrconnect.com

Board of DirectorsPresident & Precinct 4 Representative, Ray Boisvert . . . . . . .(703) 489-7092 1st Vice President, Amy Frederick. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 730-37392nd Vice President & Precinct 2 Rep., Linda Cheng . . . . . . . . .(703) 583-1975Secretary, Tracy Hansen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 590-0611Treasurer, Doug Taggart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 878-1216Precinct 1 Representative, William McCombs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 628-8606Precinct 3 Representative, Ned Greene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 680-4669At-Large DirectorsRobert Clemens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 580-5396Pat Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 878-7957 Brad Hancock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 357-3663 Joellen Welch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 828-5656

Committee ChairpersonsBudget & Finance, Peter Frank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 932-1049Communications, Nicole Wilberg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 583-1857Community Events, Trisha Helchinger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (715) 379-6182Covenants, Greg Tkac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (571) 237-7975 Election, Barbara Ball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . (703) 670-4381History, Bill Riski. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 670-8541Lake Management, Richard Arvin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 878-1657Landscape & Facilities Management, Terry Tallent. . . . . . . . . .(703) 680-4935Montclair Triathlon, Tava Foster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (719) 660-1364 Safety, Marie Juliano. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 583-9719

Management StaffGeneral Manager Heather McDevitt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] General Manager of AdministrationDulcy Murchison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] General Manager of OperationsTom Whiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] AssistantElizabeth McKeone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] ManagerKristie Upperman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] InspectorsBridget Geiger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] Cabrera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Covenants AdministratorJessica Spitalny . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] ManagerSamantha Bates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] CoordinatorZack Flanagan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] AssistantVacant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] Residential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 385-1133

Prince William CountyAnimal Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 792-6465Landfill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 792-5750Mosquito Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 792-6279Non-Emergency Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 792-6500Park Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 792-7060Post Office-Dumfries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 441-8304Traffic Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 792-5919Zoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 792-8154SchoolsAshland Elementary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 583-8774Henderson Elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 670-2885Montclair Elementary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 730-1072Pattie Elementary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 670-3173Benton Middle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 791-0977Graham Park Middle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 221-2118Saunders Middle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 670-9188Forest Park High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 583-3200

UtilitiesElectricity, NOVEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 335-0500Gas, Washington Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 750-1400Trash, American Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 368-0500Water & Sewer, PWC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 335-7950Telephone, Cable & InternetComcast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 (800) 266-2218Verizon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 (800) 837-4966

Elected OfficialsU.S. SenatorsMark Warner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (877) 676-2759Tim Kaine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 224-4024U.S. Congressman, Rob Wittman: First District. . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 225-4261Virginia Senator, Toddy Puller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 765-1150Virginia House of Delegates RepresentativeScott Lingamfelter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 580-1294Luke Torian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 785-2224Board of County Supervisors, Potomac District SupervisorMaureen Caddigan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 792-4645School Board Representative, Potomac DistrictBetty D. Covington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 221-0883

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CONTENTSFEATURES8 Armed Forces Day Lantern Launch Photos9 Budget & Finance Committee Kickoff11 Montclair Triathlon Recap15 Sales Tax Holiday: August 7-9 Send Us Your First Day Photos!17 Safety on Your Street: Establish a Neighborhood Watch18 Creating a Wildlife Garden

EVENTS9 Beer on the Beach Summer Movie Nights13 Block Party Weekend14 Oktoberfest

DEPARTMENTS4 Community Watch/Incident Report5 President’s Message Board Briefs7 Manager’s Message21 News Around the Community22 Around Town29 Community Information31 Classifieds34 Parting Shots35 August Calendar36 September Calendar

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Incident Type PCT 1 PCT 2 PCT 3 PCT 4 WW Dr. May Total Apr. Total Mar. Total Feb. TotalFalse Alarms 1 - 4 3 4 12 16 9 9

Disorderly/Noise 3 1 1 4 2 11 14 11 5

Traffic/Parking Violation 2 2 6 - - 10 4 9 4

Animal Complaints 1 3 - 2 1 7 9 5 3

Miscellaneous* - 2 - 1 2 5 4 5 6

Veh Accident/Reckless Driving - 1 - - 1 2 2 2 3

Suspicious Person 4 7 6 1 1 19 7 8 3

Domestic Dispute 1 1 3 2 1 8 8 6 10

Larceny - 1 1 - - 2 7 2 6

Suspicious Vehicle - 7 2 1 2 12 7 3 2

Vandalism - 1 - - - 1 0 0 1

Alcohol/Drug Related - - 3 2 1 6 3 0 1

Trespass 3 - 2 - - 5 1 2 1

Solicitor/Pan Handling 1 - - 1 - 2 5 6 1

Firearm Violation - - - - - 0 2 1 0

Assault - - - 1 - 1 1 1 0

Vehicle Theft - - 1 - - 1 0 1 1

Burglary/Attempted Burglary - - - - - 0 0 1 1

Total Incidents 16 26 30 18 15 105 90 72 57

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*Miscellaneous: Panic/Duress, Assisted; Missing Child, Assisted on 5/9; Abduction, Report on 5/19; (2) Other PriorityZero Incidents Involving: Firearm Violation, Burglary/Attempted Burglary, Arson, Beach Trespass, HomicideArrests: (1) Domestic Dispute; (2) Drug Related; (1) Noise ViolationCommunity Watch Source Data is available at: https://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/police/Documents/Fleet%20Watch.pdf


Community Watch/Incident Report: May 2015

This month’s topic concerns our wonderful lake and dam. As I stated previously, I would keep you updated on the status of our dam and spillway as they related to changes in Virginia’s regulations for issuing operating certificates. First, let me begin with the fact that Montclair has a conditional use permit with the State of Virginia until September 2016. All dams in Virginia must have an operating certificate. The following is a brief synopsis of events and actions taken to date:

When our recertification came due in 2014, the State of Virginia directed us to hire an “approved” engineering company to conduct a complete inundation study and analysis of impounding structure and spillway integrity. MPOA hired an “approved” engineering firm and the study was completed in July 2014. Based upon that study, MPOA was granted a conditional use certificate until September 2016. Our dam and the principal spillway passed all requirements. The capacity of the emergency spillway was found deficient in the event of a 1,000 year storm.

The study identified that the emergency spillway (Dolphin Beach) capacity did not pass the required 90% of a Probable Maximum Flood (PMF) of a 1,000 year rain event of 37” of rain in a 24hr period. According to the study the configuration of our current emergency spillway is estimated to handle 41% of that magnitude of rain. I will not try to address the logic of even worrying about the spillway if such an event does occur because most of PWC below the dam would be underwater well before max capacity is achieved. The methodology of arriving at the 37” number has come under question and is under review. A new estimate for a PMF is expected to be released in December of this year. The requirement to handle 90% of an estimated 1,000 storm is one of the new changes that the State of Virginia is now requiring of our spillway. Once again, the reasoning supporting that escapes me, but that is my opinion only.

Under the terms of the conditional use certificate, MPOA must actively begin to assess actions to meet 90% of whatever PMF number the State issues in December of this year. To accomplish this task, MPOA will most likely turn to the same “approved” engineering firm to start exploring the only two options available. After all, they have already done much of the survey work and core sampling needed with the first study. Without getting too far into the details, option #1 is widening the emergency spillway and option #2 is widening the emergency spillway and lowering a control section. The work needed to evaluate the options will begin early fall after the beach season closes. The emergency spillway consists of Dolphin Beach, the parking lot, and the grass field behind the parking lot where it leads to the stream banks below the dam.

Bottom line: MPOA is moving forward and making our best effort to meet the requirements of the State and our conditional use certificate.

Ray BoisvertPresident, Montclair Property Owners Association

President’s Message

Ray Boisvert, President


• Approved imposing sanctions or initiating legal action for violations of the Community Guidelines for four accounts unless completed by specified dates;

• Approved minutes from the June 10, 2015 board meeting;

• Approved minutes from the June 17, 2015 special board meeting, as amended;

• Approved Property Improvement Request (PIR) for walkway within the Resource Protection Area (RPA);

• Denied two Variance requests for oversized sheds in sub-associations;

• Approved proposal from Brothers Paving & Concrete Corporation for asphalt replacement on 23 MPOA-maintained roads;

• Denied pursuing judicial foreclosure for three acocunts;

• Approved proposal for replacement of air conditioner/heater unit for MPOA office;

• Approved waiver of Community Guideline 4.1.6 at MPOA-sponsored Beer on the Beach events.

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The temperatures are rising and the beaches are calling. Be sure to come by the MPOA office to register and obtain your 2015-2016 Recreational Facility Photo ID cards which are required to access any of the Montclair beaches. The MPOA office is open from 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. every Wednesday throughout the beach season and M, T, Th, & Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Please remember to hold on to your photo ID cards once the season is over as the same cards are to be used year after year instead of issuing new recreation tags each year.

Budget & Finance Committee Kickoff Meeting - MPOA Building, 7 p.m., Thursday, August 27The Board Treasurer, Doug Taggart, will host the Budget & Finance Committee’s Organization Meeting. He will map out the process and timeline to prepare a proposed budget to be approved by the Board no later than the December 2015 Board meeting. If any member has an interest in the Association’s finances or has some budgeting experience, please plan to join us. We will meet twice in September and October, and 2-3 times in November. Our fiscal year runs May-April and our draft budget is approved each year by the membership during the March Annual Meeting. Please see page 9 for more details.

Drive 35 MPH on Waterway DriveSave a ticket and maybe even a life! The speed limit on Waterway Drive is not 45 MPH or 55 MPH - it is 35 MPH! Please abide by the posted speed limits in Montclair or you will eventually get caught. We see many drivers speeding through the school zones on Waterway Drive at 35 MPH and faster. It is surprising how many drivers do not think twice about racing through the posted school zones where lights are flashing to remind drivers to slow down. Please show some respect to the parents and their children who walk through these areas by driving the posted speed limits, especially through school zones. Thank you.

Swimming Off of Boardwalks and Docks at Montclair Beaches is Prohibited at All Times Please remember that Article 4.3.2 of the Recreation Facility Guidelines states: “Swimming off of the boardwalks or docks at all beach reservation areas is prohibited at all times.” The boardwalks and docks are used for fishing, walking, and boarding boats, not for swimming and diving. We are strictly enforcing this rule and request that homeowners and their tenants abide by the rule or all Recreation Facility privileges for that property could be suspended for up to 60 days. This rule does not apply to the wooden platforms found in the roped swim areas at Dolphin Beach and West Beach.

No Trespassing on Beaches After Dusk and Prior to 6 a.m. We also remind residents that anyone found at the Montclair beaches after dusk and prior to 6 a.m. is subject to eviction and/or arrest for trespassing (except for West Beach boat launching) per Article 4 Recreational Facility Guidelines 4.2.1.

Montclair’s Swimming and Diving RulesArticle 4.2.1 Swimming and Diving states: “The only authorized swimming areas at Lake Montclair are the roped-in areas at Dolphin Beach, West Beach, and Beaver Landing. Swimming in any other area is at the sole risk of the individual swimmer. Swimming at the Montclair beaches when lifeguards are not on duty is at the sole risk of the individual swimmer. Swimmers may use personal flotation devices less than 6 feet in length or diameter. The Association assumes no responsibility or liability for the actions of those individuals swimming in other than the roped-in swimming areas at MPOA’s beaches. Diving is prohibited at all times and locations on Lake Montclair. Swimming off of the boardwalks or docks at all beach reservation areas is prohibited at all times.”

Have a wonderful summer and enjoy your beautiful Montclair beaches.

Heather L. McDevittGeneral Manager


Manager’s Message

Heather McDevitt, General Manager

ARMED FORCES DAYLANTERN LAUNCH


The Armed Forces Day Lantern Launch, rescheduled due to rain, was held on Friday, June 12. Members of the

United States Armed Forces who have served or are currently serving were honored with a ceremonial lantern

launch from Dolphin Beach onto Lake Montclair. Thank you to everyone who attended and continued this

touching tradition. Special thanks to VFW Post 1503, the Prince William County Youth Orchestra, Kiera Grover

and Woodbridge ROTC for their participation in this event.

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AUGUST 21MATT RALPH

MUST BE 21 OR OLDER TO ATTEND!

Beer on the Beach

Dolphin Beach at 7 p.m.

summer movie nights

AUGUST 29ALEXANDER AND THE

TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY

sunset at dolphin beach

join us lakeside for a family friendly flick! movies start around sunset. visit the concession stand for popcorn and drinks.

The Budget & Finance Committee will hold their kickoff meeting on Thursday, August 27, 7 p.m. at the MPOA office. The Budget & Finance Committee oversees the community budget and makes decisions regarding the financial year ahead.

How the Budget is PreparedEach year, residents receive a draft of the proposed budget for review and comment. A great deal of work goes into preparing this budget. It’s a complex activity that has to start early so the budget can be finalized and approved prior to the beginning of the new fiscal year. Here’s how it’s done:

• The Budget & Finance Committee, a board liaison, and a management staff liaison work together to gather all financial information needed to project expenses for the coming year. This can come from a reserve analysis, bids for contracts, projections for utility or service increases, committee requests, comparisons of past years’ budget trends and many other details.

• The committee also examines all sources of income - assessments, advertising, interest on investments, and other types of miscellaneous income.

• The committee creates a working draft by adjusting the expenses and income until they balance. This may be accomplished by foregoing certain expenses to avoid raising assessments. Or, it may be necessary to raise assessments to cover increased expenses such as utilities that the board cannot control.

• When the Budget & Finance Committee has completed the working draft, a Board Work Session is held. At this meeting, the board of directors work with the committee to make any necessary adjustments to the budget before it is presented to the public.

• When the committee and the board have developed the best possible draft budget, the association holds a Public Budget Meeting to allow members to review and comment on the budget. One of the reasons why the process begins so early is to allow plenty of time to study the budget, ask questions and offer comments.

• Based on member comments, the board revises the draft budget as needed.

• At the Annual Meeting in March, members have the opportunity to vote to approve the final budget.

The Budget & Finance Committee is accepting new members to help draft the Fiscal Year 2017 Budget. Meetings are held 1-2 times a month, August through November. If you are interested in joining this committee, please attend the kickoff meeting on August 27, or contact our office at (703) 670-6187.

A complete list of the Budget & Finance Committee’s meeting dates, including the Public Budget Meeting, will be included in future issues of The Montclairion.

Budget & Finance Committee Kickoff - August 27

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The storms cleared and the weather was perfect for the 2nd annual Montclair Sprint Triathlon on June 28. Just over 300 athletes, many of them first-timers and 58 of them Montclair residents, gathered at picturesque Dolphin Beach to swim, bike and run through beautiful Montclair.

There were many first-time triathletes participating as well as veteran racers. Jimmy

Sosinski was the overall finisher with a time of 1:01:15 and, right behind him taking 2nd over all and top female finisher was Taylor Knibb, 17, with a time of 1:01:30! It was an exciting race to the finish with only a few seconds separating the two!

This race would not have been possible without the large number of community members and volunteer groups that chipped in to help with

set up, race day activities and clean up. Special thanks to Montclair Mom Rebecca Ruster for her motivational chalk on the run course. Many athletes were inspired by your messages and the distraction that they provided. MS Ohana, Prince William Rugby and Boy Scout Troop 1390 did a fantastic job manning the water stations and providing cheers and encouragement. The Woodbridge/Manassas chapter of MRTT, Endorphin Fitness PWC

Montclair Triathlon RecapPhoto by Delia Engstrom

Photo by Dominion Cycling Photography Photo by Dominion Cycling Photography

and Mahalovich Law Enforcement United team were invaluable with their triathlon and race knowledge and carrying that over to race day success with their help on the course, at the finish line and with pre-race activities. The Montclair Lions Club were integral to packet pickup, race day set up, parking assistance and announcing and Montclair resident Jeff Price spent countless hours helping with race day setup, packet pickup, working in the pouring rain and helping with nearly every

facet on race day. Montclair resident and triathlete Kiera Grover did an amazing job singing the National Anthem! There were 29 police officers and over 10 lifeguards as well as EMTs and firemen, Swift Water Rescue, and individual first responders ensuring the safety of everyone involved.

Sponsors included Luckenbaugh Group Real Estate; Mountcastle Turch Funeral Homes; Justin Pierce, Realtor; Air-Row HVAC; Baird

Automotive; Riptide Tri and Swim; and Tri 360.

Thank you, Montclairions, for your support of this event. Many of the athletes commented about the cheering sections and how great everyone was out on the course.

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Block Party WeekendAugust 8 & 9 on your street!

Dust off that casserole dish and fire up the grill for a Block Party Weekend! Join your friends and neighbors for a get-together on August 8 & 9. Whether it’s hot dogs on Hopkins or potato salad on Prestwick, gather together and have a great time. Below we’ve included a few recipes to try at your street’s shindig. Don’t forget to send your photos to [email protected]!

Dump CakeIngredients1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix1 cup butter, sliced

Directions1. Grease 9x13” pan. Preheat oven to 325°.2. Pour pie filling and pineapple into pan

and mix. Sprinkle with dry cake mix. Place slices of butter over cake mix.

3. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes. Serve warm.

From Billie Clabaugh on AllRecipes.com

Blueberry Mint RefresherIngredients11/4 cups blueberries1 cup honey1 bunch fresh mint1/8 teaspoon salt2 quarts lemon sparking water

Directions1. Place 1 cup blueberries,

honey and mint in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer and continue to heat for several minutes, stirring constantly until berries burst. Remove from heat and cool.

2. Gently squeeze berry mixture through cheesecloth-lined sieve into an airtight container (discarding blueberry pulp and mint) to make syrup. Chill.

3. Combine 1/4 cup syrup with 3/4 cup sparkling water for a single serving. Pour over ice. Alternatively, serve in a large pitcher or punch bowl, using the whole recipe with both quarts of water.

From North Carolina Field and Family

No-Bake Summer LasagnaIngredients1/2 cup ricotta3 tbsp grated Parmesan3 tbsp plus 2 tsp extra virgin olive oilCoarse salt and ground pepper8 lasagna noodles, broken in half crosswise1 small garlic clove, minced2 pints grape tomatoes, halved2 zucchini, halved if large and thinly sliced1 tbsp torn fresh basil leaves

From Everyday Food, June 2010

Directions1. In a small bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, and 2 tsp oil;

season with salt and pepper. In a large pot of salted water, cook noodles according to package instructions; drain.

2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium-high. Add garlic and tomatoes; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until slightly broken down about 3 minutes. Transfer tomatoes to a bowl. Add 1 tbsp oil and zucchini to skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until zucchini are tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to another bowl and stir in basil.

3. Place some tomatoes on four plates; top with a noodle and small spoonfuls ricotta, zucchini, and more tomatoes. Repeat layering twice, then top with remaining noodles and tomatoes. Garnish with basil.

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ein prosit!Join us at Dolphin Beach for a day of family fun and German

celebration! With harvest festival games, rides and bounce houses for

the kids, and a variety of fall beers for the adults, there’s excitement

for all ages at Oktoberfest!

Volunteers are needed for this event. Contact Events Coordinator

Zack Flanagan at [email protected] or (703) 670-6187 for

more information on available volunteer positions.


In early August, Virginia offers three sales tax holidays where you can stock up for less cash. During this three-day period, you’ll enjoy purchases of school supplies and clothing, Energy Star and WaterSense qualified products, and hurricane emergency preparedness equipment, all free of sales tax.

School Supplies & ClothingWhat’s Exempt:Purchases of qualifying school supplies selling for $20 or less per item, and purchases of qualifying clothing and footwear selling for $100 or less per item.

Qualifying Items:• Binders• Book bags• Calculators• Composition books• Crayons, markers, and pencils• Glue, paste and paste sticks• Lunch boxes• Musical instruments and accessories• Paintbrushes and paints• Textbooks• Most clothing items (accessories such as

jewelry and handbags excluded)

For the complete list of qualifying items, visit the Virginia Department of Taxation’s website at www.tax.virginia.gov.

Energy Star & WaterSense ProductsWhat’s Exempt:Purchases of certain Energy Star and WaterSense qualified products purchased for non-commercial use and costing $2,500 or less.

Qualifying Items, Energy Star:• Air conditioners• Ceiling fans• Dehumidifiers• Dishwashers• Light bulbs• Refrigerators• Washing machines/clothes• Washers

Look for the logo: qualifying items will be affixed with the above Energy Star logo.

Qualifying Items, WaterSense:• Bathroom sink faucets• Faucet accessories• Showerheads• Toilets• Urinals• Landscape irrigation controllers

Look for the logo: qualifying items will be affixed with the above WaterSense logo.

Hurricane & Emergency PreparednessWhat’s Exempt:Purchases of certain supplies and equipment needed for hurricane preparedness.

Qualifying Items:Sales Price of $60 or Less• Batteries (excluding car/boat batteries)• Bungee cords, rope• Duct tape• Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors• Water storage containers• Cell phone chargers• First aid kits• Portable light sources (flashlights, lanterns,

glow sticks)

Sales Price of $1,000 or Less• Portable generators and power cords• Inverters and power cables

For the complete list of qualifying items, visit the Virginia Department of Taxation’s website at www.tax.virginia.gov.

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Establishing a neighborhood watch on your street and surrounding areas is a great way to encourage community spirit while protecting the property and lives of your neighbors. Starting a neighborhood watch is a fairly simple process, and only requires a significant time investment during the start-up phase. The information included in this article, provided by the Prince William County Police Department (PWCPD) will help you better understand the Neighborhood Watch Program and teach you how to begin your own watch.

What is Neighborhood Watch?A neighborhood watch is an organized effort by concerned citizens to improve the quality of life in their neighborhood. In cooperation with the PWCPD, neighbors work to safeguard each others’ homes and reduce the risk of crime in their community.

Neighborhood Watch CoordinatorThe Neighborhood Watch Coordinator serves as the liaison between the watch and police department. This person is responsible for disseminating information to watch members, maintaining a phone list or email distribution list for the watch, organizing at least one meeting a year, recruiting new members, and encouraging the reporting of crime and suspicious activity.

Neighborhood Watch MembersNeighborhood Watch Members’ responsibility is to look out for their neighbors and stay alert to any suspicious activity. They report all crime and suspicious activity to the police, and make their homes as burglar-resistant as possible. Members also recruit residents to join the watch (especially new residents), share information with other members, and help the coordinator as needed.

Getting Started1. Determine your target area. The PWC

Police Department recommends targeting your street and other intersecting streets that are valuable to the watch. Area should be at least 12 homes, however if the area exceeds 35 homes consider appointing an additional Neighborhood Watch Coordinator for support. Traditionally, smaller watches have proven to be more effective.

2. Visit neighboring homes with the survey provided on the PWC Police Department website. Introduce yourself, explain your interest in establishing a watch and have them complete the survey for your records.

3. Select a training date offered by the police department and encourage all interested residents to attend.

Establishing Your Watch4. Set a date for your first watch meeting

and provide an invitation to neighbors. Meetings can be held at your home, at a nearby school or recreation center, or outside (weather permitting). The MPOA office offers rental of the conference room during business hours free of charge to Neighborhood Watch programs.

5. At your meeting, have everyone introduce themselves and provide information on how long they’ve lived on the street and why they came to the meeting. Keep responses brief and discuss recent crimes only. Discuss the need of your neighborhood, what you discovered from door-to-door visits, and tailor the meeting to the community’s needs.

6. Present the Neighborhood Watch Training Information, as provided at the training date.

7. Have each attendee sign in and sign up for an email distribution list. Provide acknowledgement of training forms to the Crime Prevention Officer.

Maintaining Your Watch8. Hold meetings every 6 months, or more

often as needed, in convenient locations. These meetings maintain the watch and help members become acquainted.

9. Have as many neighbors as possible involved in the program. Even if they are not participating, make sure each neighbor is aware of the program and that they are welcome to attend all meetings and events.

Encouraging Watch Participation• Stop thinking of neighborhood watch in

terms of a “crime program”; neighborhood watch can be a tool for improving the quality of life on your street.

• Consider the size of your watch. It’s easier to organize and motivate small groups rather than large ones.

• Identify a need in the neighborhood and organize a response to it. Bring people together for a common good: plant flowers or do a yard cleanup for a neighbor in need.

• Do something fun! It doesn’t have to be expensive or elaborate, as long as it draws in a few neighbors.

• Do something easy. If you have a list of problems in the neighborhood, start with the one you can resolve quickly.

• Plan a meeting with an interesting topic. Consider what topic may be of interest and arrange for a guest speaker.

For more information on the Neighborhood Watch Program, contact the Prince William County Crime Prevention Unit at (703) 792-7270 or [email protected]. The Neighborhood Watch Startup Packet and Neighbor Survey can be found at http://goo.gl/9zRGjv.

Safety on Your Street: Establish a Neighborhood Watch


If you enjoy flower gardening, add a new dimension to your planting by choosing flowers that are not only attractive, but attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and songbirds. This is an excellent way to provide food and cover for these species and enjoy their beauty and uniqueness.

Starting a Wildlife GardenEven if your property is small, you can usually find an area to plant your wildlife garden. For best results, your garden needs to get at least a half-day of sunshine. A southern exposure is best, but gardens that face east or west will also work. Growing a successful garden also involves careful planning. Allow enough lead-time to plan your garden space, gather equipment, and purchase seeds or plants so that you’re ready to plant in the spring.

Attracting Butterflies, Hummingbirds, and SongbirdsBirds and butterflies will seek out your property if you provide food for them to eat. Hummingbirds and butterflies feed on the nectar of a variety of flowers, and songbirds eat the seeds and berries of the shrubs and flowers that you can grow in a garden.

Insects and spiders also provide an excellent source of protein for growing birds. During the spring especially, aphids, flies, mosquitoes, and beetles are just a few of the insects the birds need to feed both

themselves and their young. Luckily, these insects will be attracted to the plants that you grow in your wildlife garden.

HummingbirdsHummingbirds are the smallest birds on earth. Almost everything about the hummingbird is unique - their dazzling iridescent colors; the sound of their buzzing wings in flight; their darting, hurried movements. Hummingbirds can fly backwards, forward, sideways, and straight up and down. Because they move so quickly, you may only glimpse a hummingbird briefly when it stops to hover and feed.

Hummingbirds have slender, pointed bills, straight or curved, which are adapted especially for probing flowers for nectar. Because hummingbirds move quickly and have a high metabolism (the rate of burning up their food or “fuel”), they need to consume huge quantities of nectar each day. They feed 14 to 18 times per hour for less than one minute and rest in between meals.

While hummingbirds rely on flowers for nectar, many flowers depend on hummingbirds for pollination. You can easily attract hummingbirds to your garden by planting some of their favorite blooms.

Creating a Wildlife Garden


ButterfliesButterflies are insects known for their large, usually bright-colored wings. In summer, you may see them flit about in gardens and along roadsides while they feed on the nectar of a variety of flowers.

All butterflies go through dramatic changes before becoming the beautiful winged creatures you recognize. Their metamorphosis proceeds through four stages: (1) egg, (2) larva (caterpillar), (3) pupa (chrysalis), and (4) adult butterfly. To entice butterflies to your garden, grow plants for both adult butterflies and caterpillars to eat. You can also provide stones for sunning and a shallow source of water.

SongbirdsSongbirds are perching birds known for their varied and exceptional songs. There are hundreds of different songbirds in North America.

You will hear the greatest number and variety of bird songs in spring and summer when birds are courting and setting up nesting territories. The male sings to attract a mate and tell other birds to stay away from his territory - the place where breeding and raising young will occur. These songs are often complex and contain patterns of notes grouped into phrases.

Both males and females also have short, distinctive calls. They use these shorter notes to communicate with each other. Aside from the practical functions of songs and calls, birds may also sing just for pleasure. Each species of bird has its own unique song and call. Once you learn to recognize them, you can identify the bird without even seeing it.

Songbirds eat a variety of foods, including insects, fruit, nuts, and seeds. They will come to your wildlife garden in spring to search for insects and in summer and fall to eat ripe berries and seeds.

Getting StartedDesigning a garden to attract wildlife is similar to other kinds of gardening, except that the plants are selected as much for their food and cover value as for their beauty. The key to success is growing a diversity of plants that bloom throughout the growing season.

In addition to the following step-by-step guidelines, refer to a gardening reference book to give you more detailed information about soils, plant growth characteristics, and garden establishment.

1. Choose a location.Consider the following factors when choosing a site for your garden. You can generally balance these factors to choose the best all-around garden site.• Sunlight: Select a spot with 6 to 8 hours of sun per day; south-facing

sites are ideal.• Soil: Well drained and loamy is best.• Traffic: Avoid heavy traffic, cut-throughs, and play areas.

2. Gather seeds and materials.Refer to the list for plants you can grow to attract butterflies and birds. Seeds can be ordered from any number of garden catalogs or bought at garden stores. Perennial plants cost more, depending on their size

Wildlife Garden Plant List

BF: Butterfly HB: Hummingbird SB: Songbird

PerennialsAsters Aster spp. BFBeebalm Monarda didyma BF, HBBlazing star Liatris spp. BF, HBBleeding heart Dicentra spp. HBButterfly weed Asclepias tuberosa BFBlack-eyed Susan Rudbeckia spp. BF, SBCardinal flower Lobelia cardinalis BF, HBCatnip Nepeta cataria HBConeflower Echinacea spp. BF, SBColumbine Aquilegia canadenis BF, HBCoreopsis Coreopsis spp. BFCoral bells Heuchera sanguinea HBDelphinium Delphineum spp. HBHosta Hosta spp. HBMilkweed Asclepias spp. BF, SBPaintbrush Castilleja spp. HBPenstemon Penstemon spp. BF, HBSage Salvia spp. HBYucca Yucca spp. HB

AnnualsCosmos Cosmos spp. BF, SBCalendula Calendula officinalis BF, SBFlowering tobacco Nicotiana alata HBFushia Fushia spp. HBImpatiens Impatiens spp. BF, HBNasturtium Tropaeolum majus HBScarlet runner bean Phaseolus coccineus HBSnapdragon Antirrhinum majus BF, HBSpider flower Cleome spinosa HBSunflower Helianthus annuus BF, SBZinnia Zinnia elegans BF, HB, SB

VinesTrumpet creeper Campsis radicans HBTrumpet honeysuckle Lonicera sempervirens HBGrape Vitis spp. SB

ShrubsBayberry Myrica spp. SBBlueberry Vaccinium spp. BF, SBCurrent Ribes spp. SBDogwood Cornus spp. SBHibiscus Hibiscus spp. HB, SBRhododendron Rhododendron spp. BF, HBScarlet bush Hamelia erecta HBServiceberry Amelanchier spp. SBViburnum Viburnum spp. SBWinterberry Ilex spp. SB


and species. If planted properly, perennials are a worthwhile investment since they bloom year after year. However, it’s very difficult to grow perennial flowers from seed. Unless you are an experienced gardener and have indoor growing equipment, buy perennial plants or stick with annual flowers. Start seeds indoors and transplant, or seed directly into the ground after the last expected frost.

3. Prepare the soil.Stake off the area for your garden using a rope and wooden markers. Turn over every square foot of the garden with a spade, pitchfork, or rototiller. Remove clumps of grass sod and any large rocks. You will likely have to improve the soil by adding compost. Compost is a rich soil material comprised of decomposed plants which adds nutrients to the soil and helps improve drainage. Dig the compost into the soil and then rake the entire area smooth.

4. Plant your garden.Using a hoe, dig several shallow rows or trenches about one foot apart. Or divide your garden plot into two foot planting squares. Plant the seeds or plants into rows or squares so you know what has been planted

in each row. If possible, plant on an overcast day when rain is expected so you won’t have to water the site. Otherwise, wait until you complete your planting and then water the plants using a hose or watering can.

5. Thin, weed, water, and watch!After the seedlings have emerged, thin them to the required spacing. Keep the garden watered daily (if there is no rain) for two weeks after planting. After all seedlings have emerged and are thinned, pull any weeds. Next, place a thick layer of grass clippings, straw, hay, or newspaper around the flowers and along pathways. This mulch will help the plants retain moisture and greatly reduce weed growth.

Beneficial Additions• Sunning stones for butterflies• Water source such as a birdbath or shallow pool• Perching branches• Logs• Nest boxes

Avoid these invasive plants

Asiatic bittersweet Celastrus orbiculatusBush honeysuckle Lonicera spp.Butterfly bush Buddleia davidiiCotoneaster Cotoneaster spp.English holly Ilex aquifoliumJapanese barberry Berberis thunbergiiMulti-flora rose Rosa multifloraPrivet Ligustrum vulgareRussian olive Elaeagnus angustifoliaWinged euonymus Euonymus alatus

Ask for trumpet vines by the Latin name to be sure you get the right vine. Other varieties can be invasive.

ScoutingTroop 35By Nader Najjar, Troop Scribe

July was a great month for Troop 35! The first troop meeting of the month was spent preparing for Summer Camp. The scouts packed the trailer with their gear and prepared for the Merit Badges they were planning on completing at summer camp. Over thirty scouts and adults departed for Camp Olmsted at the Goshen Scout Reservation for our week long Summer Camp on Sunday, July 5th, right after we celebrated Independence Day. They spent the week swimming, canoeing, shooting, learning skills and having a lot of fun. They came home with over 100 merit badges earned and a lot of great memories.

If you or someone you know is interested in scouting, please contact Scoutmaster Dave Legge at [email protected] or visit the troop website at http://www.troop35dumfries.com/index.html. A Boy Scout is always prepared. Troop 35 is prepared to welcome you.

GroupsNew Dominion ChoraliersJoin the New Dominion Choraliers and be part of a dynamic and fun chorus! The New Dominion Choraliers of Prince William County - voted “Best Performing Arts Group”

in 2014 - invite you to join them for their 20th Anniversary Year! Rehearsals are held on Monday evenings from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at Old Bridge United Methodist Church, 3966 Old Bridge Road, in Woodbridge. Rehearsals for the 20th Fall season start Monday, August 31, 2015, and new members are welcome to join through the third rehearsal on Monday, September 14, 2015. No auditions are necessary. The registration fee is $40. NDC welcomes you to join them and be part of a joyous musical experience! Membership in the chorus is open to adults, and to Juniors and Seniors in High School who have a serious interest in choral music. NDC also provides opportunities for students at Northern Virginia Community College’s Woodbridge Campus to earn ensemble credits as members of the chorus. NDC is an Affiliate Arts Organization with the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas. “We have an exciting musical program planned for our Twentieth Year,” noted NDC Director, Katherine Nelson-Tracey. “Our Holiday and Spring concerts will celebrate the music that NDC has brought to the community over the past 19 years,” she continued, “as well as showcase the vibrant, and broader range of music that the chorus has mastered as our voices and musical skills have grown. We’ll also be presenting some new, more complex music and arrangements that will demonstrate the dynamic future that NDC

has! Our Fall program will include our major Holiday Concert at the Hylton Memorial Chapel and Event Center in Woodbridge on December 5 and 6, 2015,, and a free Patriotic Concert scheduled for November 7, 2015, at Westminster at Lake Ridge.” “People leave our concerts feeling good,” NDC President Steve Hein noted, “and that’s an achievement we are proud of! We hope that in our Twentieth Year we will continue to enrich and brighten people’s lives with the joyous and beautiful sounds of choral music. It will be our way of saying ‘thank you’ to the community which has given us so much support and good will since NDC was formed in 1996.” The New Dominion Choraliers is an award-winning volunteer, non-auditioned, chorus of dedicated amateur and professional musicians, and is widely recognized for its musically diverse performances, as well as its commitment to the communities in which it performs. The chorus provides a supportive environment for the musical growth and development of its members, as well as ample opportunity for individual contributions and accomplishments. For more information, call 703-590-2147 or 703-498-8906, or visit www.newdominionchoraliers.org. You can visit the chorus’ fan page at www.facebook.com/NewDominionChoraliersOf PrinceWilliam.


News Around the Community


A Virginia DynastyThe Carters of Virginia ExhibitTuesday-Sunday beginning August 15Manassas Museum, ManassasThe Carters were among the top 1% of prominent families living in eighteenth and nineteenth century Tidewater Virginia: leaders of the social, economic, and political scene for nearly 200 years. Their great wealth was invested in land, buildings, and, most importantly, enslaved people. This exhibition will examine the Carter family’s role in the settling of Northern Virginia. Using objects and images borrowed from public and private collections around the state, we will examine how the descendants of Robert “King” Carter lived, the homes they built, the slaves they kept, and their influence in politics, trade and the local social scene. Admission is $5/person. FREE

Art of Movement ClassesSaturdays in August, 8 a.m.Workhouse Arts Center, LortonDrop-in Art of Movement classes featuring yoga, hula, mat pilates, surfset and Tai Chi! No experience is necessary, bring your own mat and an open mind. August 1 - Nia Dance; August 8 - Belly Dance; August 22 - Yoga; August 29 - Pilates. FREE

Canoe TourThroughout August, Varied TimesLeesylvania State Park, WoodbridgeJoin a ranger for a guided canoe tour of Powell’s Creek. You’ll get to see wildlife, marsh plants, and test your skills in a canoe. Please register with the Visitor Center 24 hours in advance for the tour. Fee

is $9 per person, or $6 per person when reserving for groups of 4 or more. $

Children’s EntertainmentWednesdays in August, 10 a.m.Stonebridge Town Center, WoodbridgeVisit Stonebridge every Wednesday morning for free children’s entertainment under the big screen. August 5 - Mr. Knick Knack; August 12 - Tony M.; August 19 - Kid Singer Jim; August 26 - Rocknoceros. FREE

Colonial Children’s GamesThursdays in August3 Sessions: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.Leesylvania State Park, WoodbridgeFind out what games children used to play during the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. Race hoops against each other and play a game of catch called Graces. Learn what a Jacob’s ladder does and test your hand/eye coordination with a round of Cup and Ball. Appropriate for children 4 and up. FREE

Dale City Farmers MarketSundays in August, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.Dale City Commuter Lot, Dale CityOne of the area’s oldest open-air markets with nearly 50 local vendors. FREE

Farmers MarketThursdays in August, 7:30-11 a.m.Loy E. Harris Pavilion, ManassasCome out and enjoy this producer-only Farmers Market. Buy fresh! Buy local! FREE

Farmers MarketSaturdays in August, 7:30-1 p.m.Lot B, ManassasFind fresh produce, meats, beverages, baked goods, artisan crafts, and more from vendors within a 150-mile radius at the City of Manassas Farmers Market. Enjoy quality, fresh, homemade finds from local area vendors! SNAP proudly accepted. FREE

Ice Cream Social & ConcertSundays in August, 3-4:30 p.m.Harris Pavilion, ManassasEnjoy a free concert followed by an ice cream social in historic downtown. August 2 - Capital Jazz Preservation; August 9 - St. Thomcats Band; August 16 - Washington Balalaika Orchestra; August 23 - Manassas Symphony Orchestra; August 30 - Sol Roots. FREE

Mount Vernon Nights Concert SeriesSaturdays in August, 7 p.m.Workhouse Arts Center, LortonMount Vernon Nights return to the Workhouse for

Around Town - Ongoing Events

$ $10 and under$$ $25 and under$$$ $50 and under$$$$ Over $50

Values are calculated per person. Event locations may have entrance fees. Remember to check the location’s website for updated fee and ticket information

Canoe Tours - Through August

its fourth year in a row! Enjoy free public concerts featuring a different genre and musical group each week. August 1 - Grand Ole’ Ditch; August 8 - Robin and Linda Williams; August 15 - The Revelers; August 22 - United States Air Force “Celtic Aire”; August 29 - Ryan Shupe & the Rubber Band. FREE

Movie Under the StarsSaturdays in August, 7 p.m.Stonebridge Town Center, WoodbridgeVisit Stonebridge for a free movie on the Jumbotron. Bring your blanket or chair. August 1 - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone; August 8 - Double Feature: Annie; August 15 - Frozen Sing Along; August 22 - Big Hero 6. FREE

Nature’s Best Photography at the WorkhouseDaily beginning August 1Workhouse Arts Center, LortonThe Workhouse is proud to host the best nature photography from around the world - Nature’s Best Photography. Twenty eight photographs will be on view, selected by Steve Freligh, Nature’s Best Photography magazine’s Editor-in-Chief and co-Publisher. Fresh from a recent museum exhibition in Washington, DC, Nature’s Best Photography celebrates the beauty and diversity of nature through the art of photography. FREE

Osprey ObservationThroughout August, 3-3:45 p.m.Leesylvania State Park, WoodbridgeDuring the spring and summer osprey dominate the skies over Leesylvania as they build nests and raise their young. Join a ranger near the fishing pier in the picnic area to get a closer look at these feathered fisherman. Learn where they go in the winter and how they adapt that make them so good at living over the water. FREE

Pond Play!Throughout August, 11-11:45 a.m.Leesylvania State Park, WoodbridgeExplore the animals that live in our pond. You’ll get to see frogs, turtles, and fish. A ranger will use nets to catch animals that are under the water so you can see them up close and personal. FREE

Prince William County FairAugust 14-22Prince William County Fairgrounds, ManassasThere’s nothing more American than the county fair, and everyone’s favorite county fair can be found in historic Prince William County. Enjoy rides, fair food, nightly grandstand events and special discounted ticket nights. Tickets are $10/adult, $6/child or senior. Children 4 and under free. $

Stars on Sunday Concert SeriesSundays in August, 3 p.m.Workhouse Arts Center, LortonFeaturing a lineup of performances that showcase the diversity of talent and culture in Northern Virginia. Concerts are free to attend and are perfect for families, a special date or a relaxing afternoon of

music and dance. Celebrate the spirit of summer! August 2 - Soir-og Band; August 9 - O Susanna; August 16 - Halau Hula o Ke Anueneu Punahele; August 23 - Calvin Register; August 30 - Fringe Benefits Band. FREE

Stump the RangerThroughout August, 1-1:45 p.m.Leesylvania State Park, WoodbridgeHave you got a nature question you have been burning to ask someone? Do you live for local history facts? Visit the park’s picnic area and see if you can’t stump a ranger. Leesylvania will be answering questions and sharing knowledge of the park’s environment and history. FREE

Take Out Tuesday ConcertTuesdays in August, 6-8 p.m.Harris Pavilion, ManassasGuests are encouraged to order take out from the numerous local food establishments to bring to the concert. The Farmer’s Market will also be open to enjoy. Seating is limited, bring chairs or a blanket for lawn seating. August 4 - Demetrios & Friends; August 11 - Joe Chiocca; August 18 - Chris Rall; August 25 - Pat Quinn. FREE

Tuesday StorytimesTuesdays in July, 10:30-11 a.m.Independent Hill Neighborhood LibraryAugust 4 - Barnyard Friends; August 11 - Spiders; August 18 - Fish; August 25 - Back to School. FREE

Ultimate FrisbeeSaturdays in August, 9 a.m.Southlake Recreation Center, MontclairA group of neighbors get together for a friendly game of ultimate frisbee on Saturday mornings. If you would like to play, please contact Frank at (703)

583-8680. All ages and abilities are welcome! No

experience necessary. FREE

Wednesday Lunch Concert

Wednesdays in August, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Harris Pavilion, Manassas

Grab lunch from a local restaurant and enjoy the

live, local music. August 5 - Rob Maletick; August

12 - Doug Tumer; August 19 - Demetrios & Friends;

August 26 - Gary Smallwood. FREE

Workhouse Clay National 2015

Daily beginning August 1

Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton

The 5th Annual Workhouse Clay National Ceramics

Exhibition represents the depth and breadth of

contemporary functional and sculptural ceramic

artworks being created throughout the country.

Ceramic Artist and Educator Anne Currier juried

nearly 500 images to select 54 pieces of art which

incorporate a contemporary spirit as well as a

technical mastery of the material. The show is a rare

opportunity to see a variety of styles and techniques

which encompass the field of contemporary ceramic

arts. FREE

Workhouse Farmers Market

Saturdays in August, 1-5 p.m.

Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton

Pick up locally grown produce, homemade baked

goods, fresh dairy and meat products! FREE


County Fair - August 14-22

Sat 1Kids Fishing Tournament9-11 a.m.Leesylvania State Park, WoodbridgeJoin the Kids Fishing Tournament and see what you can catch. There is some fishing equipment that participants can borrow, but all are encouraged to bring their own. There are several volunteers on hand to give participants help. FREE

Cabaret Series: Sizzling Summer Nights!8 p.m.Workhouse Arts Center, LortonA sizzling hot troop of cabaret performers seriously “raise some mercury” during the Sizzling Summer Night serenade! Join the Workhouse for a raunchy ramble featuring red-hot jazz mixed with some tropical tunes and some of the spiciest sun-drenched songs written for the stage. When you can’t “beat the heat” it’s time to celebrate it! It’s the hottest ticket in town this weekend, don’t miss it! Tickets are $30/person, $25/student, seniors and military and includes planche campagnarde. $$$

Saturday Night Adult Dance: B2B Band8-11 p.m.Harris Pavilion, ManassasSpend a night out dancing with B2B Band. Call (703) 361-9800 for more information. FREE

Sun 2SADSAC Bingo2:30-5:30 p.m.Elks Lodge #2355, WoodbridgeJoin Save a Dog, Save a Cat on the first Sunday of every month for Bingo. Door prizes will be awarded and snacks are available for purchase. Proceeds go toward spay/neuter, rescue, adoptions and a new private animal shelter. Pricing varies between $6 and $12 depending on number of plays. $

Sunday Ballroom Dances3:30 p.m.Center for Arts at the Candy Factory, ManassasJoin the Center for a fabulous dance session. Lessons begin at 3:30 p.m. with great dance instructors teaching you a different dance each month. Following the lesson is a 4-6 p.m. open dance where you can practice what you’ve learned or refine steps you may already know! Beginners and advanced dancers are all welcome. Tickets are $15/person for the lesson and dance, or $10/person for dance only. August featured dance will be Samba. $$

Cabaret Series: Sizzling Summer Nights!8 p.m.Workhouse Arts Center, LortonSee Saturday, August 1 information. $$$

Mon 3Introduction to the Prince William CountyMaster Gardener Program6:30-8 p.m.5 County Complex Court, Prince WilliamFind out about becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer with the Virginia Cooperative Extension. Held in the Development Services Building Room 202 A&B. Registration is required by calling (703) 792-7747. FREE

Tue 4National Night Out6-8 p.m.Manassas Museum, ManassasNational Night Out (NNO) is “America’s Night Out Against Crime”: a time when neighbors come together and take a stand against crime. NNO helps send the message to criminals that the Manassas community does and will continue to fight back against crime. It is a community- and service-oriented, family-friendly gathering open to all. The event activities on the Museum Lawn, a blood drive, demonstrations by first-responders, opportunities to meet the City staff and volunteers that help keep residents safe year-round, free Museum admission, food, and fun for all ages. FREE

Introduction to the Prince William CountyMaster Gardener Program6:30-8 p.m.Sudley North Government Building, ManassasFind out about becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer with the Virginia Cooperative Extension. Held in the McCoy Room. Registration is required by calling (703) 792-7747. FREE

Wed 5Barnyard Petting Zoo10-11 a.m.Independent Hill Library, ManassasMeet some furry, fuzzy, and feathered farm friends at the library! For children and families. FREE

Crafty Critters and Insect Exploration10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.Dumfries Neighborhood Library, DumfriesCreate a fun, insect-inspired craft and learn about insects, their habitiats, and their impacts on our lives. You might even get to hold a giant hissing cockroach! For children ages 2-6 and their families. Drop in anytime to see the insects and make the craft. FREE

Puppets and More10:30-11:30 a.m.Dale City Neighborhood Library, Dale CitySing along as Miss Sandy of Puppets and More presents two lively performances of Old McDonald Had a Farm and Bingo the Dog. Bingo will bark, farm animals will talk, and children will laugh and have a great time watching the puppets in action in these rousing tales. FREESummer Performances for Young Audiences:Footworks11 a.m.Hylton Performing Arts Center, ManassasFiery fancy footwork sets the stage ablaze when the aptly named company, Footworks, takes the spotlight. This talented group conveys the joy of dance while illuminating the historical and multicultural perspectives of American percussive dances. Tickets are $15/adult, $5/child. $$


Around Town - August Events

National Night Out - August 4


Fri 7First Friday5-9 p.m.Historic Downtown ManassasEnjoy live music and fun! Walk through historic downtown and check out a variety of shops and restaurants. FREE

First Friday: Kids in the Candy Factory/Parents Out on the Town6-8 p.m.Center for Arts at the Candy Factory, ManassasParents, come enjoy First Friday dining specials throughout Historic Downtown while your children dabble in the arts at the Candy Factory! On Friday evening, the historic district will become an open air festival of dining, music, shopping and more. Enroll your children in two hours of art and theatre play at the Center while you join the grown-up fun that awaids around every corner! Ages 5-10. Admission is $5-24. Pre-registration required. Email [email protected]. $$

Montclair Flotilla Happy Hour6 p.m.Lake Montclair, MontclairThe Montclair Flotilla is a group of Montclairions who love Lake Montclair. Members meet for monthly happy hours in the middle of the lake. Any boat (canoe, kayak, rowboat, paddle boat, pontoon boat) is welcome to join the happy hour, and those without a boat are invited to visit the Dolphin Beach fishing pier where a boat from the flotilla will pick them up. All Montclair residents are welcome to join in the fun! FREE

Friday Family Movie: Free Birds8:30-10 p.m.Harris Pavilion, ManassasGrab some snacks and enjoy Free Birds at the Harris Pavilion. FREE

Cool Cow Comedy: Stewart Huff8 p.m.Workhouse Arts Center, LortonEach month Cool Cow Comedy’s headliners and featured performers take the stage in the W-3 Theare. Host and Comedian Rahmein Mostafavi leads regular sold out shows, making Cool Cow a staple of the entertainment options in Lorton! This month, headlining comedian Stewart Huff performs at the Workhouse! Tickets are $15-30. Due to material, all patrons must be 18 years old to attend the performance. $$

Sat 8Saturday in the Garden9 a.m.-12 p.m.St. Benedict Monastery, BristowWhat’s That Weed - Get help for identifying those troublesome weeds in your lawn and garden.

Sniff Your Way Through the Fragrance Garden with wise Ruth Johnston as she shares wisdom and experiences with plant selection and care in this beautiful garden bed. Registration is requested by calling (703) 792-7747. FREE

Family Day: Aviation12-3 p.m.National Museum of the Marine Corps, TriangleReady for take-off? Learn about Marine Corps Aviation and make your own Harrier Model to take home. FREE

Second Saturday Art Walk6-9 p.m.Workhouse Arts Center, LortonShowcases the diverse work of more than 100 visual artists in a unique historic venue, creating an atmosphere that encourages visitors to immerse themselves in the richness of the creative community. Tour seven unique studio buildings, mix and mingle with artists, buy original works of art, experience ever-changing exhibitions and meet featured artists. FREE

Summer Sounds Concerts: Dave Kline Band6:30 p.m.Harris Pavilion, ManassasBring your chairs, blankets, and picnics to enjoy the concert with your friends and neighbors! The Dave Kline Band will entertain the crowd with global music and contemporary sounds. FREE

Virginia’s Cash Crops at Ben Lomond7-9 p.m.Ben Lomond Historic Site, ManassasFor nearly 100 years prior to the Civil War, Ben Lomond was an active plantation. To commemorate

this heritage, please join Ben Lomond Historic Staff for a special evening highlighting the various cash crops that were grown, exported and consumed there during the 1700s and 1800s. Program will include light refreshments and tasting of Virginia whiskey. Cigar samples will also be available. Tickets are $50/person, admission for adults age 21 and over only. $$$$

Movie Night at Historic Brentsville8 p.m.Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, BristowEnjoy an old movie the way they were meant to be seen! The movie, Sands of Iwo Jima, will start at nightfall. Bring chairs or blankets. Concessions will be available for purchase. FREE

Sun 9Book Talk: Author Gene Schmiel2-4:30 p.m.Manassas Museum, ManassasJoin author Gene Schmiel for a book talk on his book “Citizen-General.” FREE

Mon 10Department of Veteran Affairs Resource Exhibit11 a.m.-1 p.m.National Museum of the Marine Corps, TriangleThe Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Resource Exhibit at the National Museum of the Marine Corps and Heritage Center. The purpose of this exhibit is to provide literature, awareness and education to interested Service members, Veterans and families on VA health care, benefits and employee programs. The Program Managers from the Washington, DC VAMedical Center (continued on next page)


Family Day: Aviation - August 8

will be on-hand to help answer your questions about health care as well as enrollment in My HealtheVet. A Veterans Benefits Representative will be present to answer any questions you may have about disability compensation, education services, home loans and eBenefits. A National Cemetery Administration representative will be present to answer questions about burial and memorial benefits, as well a representative from the Veterans Employment Services Office and more. FREE

Wed 12Ident-a-Child10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Dale City Neighborhood Library, Dale CityGet a free photo ID of your child from the Prince William County Sheriff ’s Office! A parent or guardian must be present and sign an authorization before the card can be made. FREE

Read to the Rhythm in the Garden10:30-11:30 a.m.Independent Hill Library, ManassasLearn about musical instruments made from plants and other natural materials from Prince William Master Gardener Volunteers. Children participating will also make a musical instrument. For children entering grades 1 and up. FREE

Look Good Feel Better:A Women’s Cancer Program4-6 p.m.Sentara Medical Center, WoodbridgeLook Good Feel Better is a non-medical, brand-neutral service program that teaches beauty techniques to cancer patients, helping them to manage the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Look Good Feel Better group programs are open to all women with cancer who are

undergoing chemotherapy, radiation or other forms of treatment. Certified cosmetologists provide instruction in makeup, choosing and caring for a wig and using scarves and turbans. All participants receive their own bag of new makeup supplies. Register for this class on sentara.com. FREE

Fri 14Summer Concert Series8 p.m.Stonebridge Town Center, WoodbridgeConcerts are located in front of Orvis and across from Brixx. Bring a lawn chair or blankets, grab a bite to eat and prepare to tap your toes and dance the night away. Performance by Trio Caliente - Latin/Mumba. FREE

Workhouse Music Hall8 p.m.Workhouse Arts Center, LortonThe Workhouse performers will whisk you back in time to a good old-fashioned rowdy Music Hall! Laughter and songs (both vintage and modern songs that evoke a mood) will fill the air in an homage to the famously unique brand of entertainment known as the Music Hall. Each of these award-winning performers bring years of experience in musical theatre, opera, cabaret and comedy shows! Due to suggestive humor, this performance is intended for mature crowds. Tickets are $16-24 and include pub style snacks and a golden token which may be exchanged for beer or wine. $$

Sat 15Date Night: Chef ’s Table7 p.m.Workhouse Arts Center, LortonAnyone can go out for dinner and a movie, so why not make your night something special to

be remembered? Date Night cooking classes are designed to be fun, relaxing and an escape from the daily grind. They are a great way to learn some basic cooking techniques while enjoying your company and making new friends. The menu items will be prepared by participants working together at each of the cooking islands. Participants will be served a tasting portion of all the entrees and a chef-selected drink. No one will leave hungry! Tickets are $150/couple and include all food and drink. $$$$

Saturday Night Adult DanceThe Fabulous Bel Airs8-11 p.m.Harris Pavilion, ManassasSpend a night out dancing with The Fabulous Bel Airs. Call (703) 361-9800 for more information. FREE

Workhouse Music Hall8 p.m.Workhouse Arts Center, LortonSee Friday, August 14 information.. $$

Sun 16Book Talk: Author Steven Bernstein2-3 p.m.Manassas Museum, ManassasJoin author Steven Bernstein for a book talk on his book “The Confederacy’s Last Northern Offensive.” FREE

Workhouse Music Hall6 p.m.Workhouse Arts Center, LortonSee Friday, August 14 information.. $$

Thur 19Family and Friends CPR:Northern Virginia Adult CPR7-8 p.m.Sentara Medical Center, WoodbridgeLearn how to save a life. This CPR class is designated for those who want to learn the skills, but are not required to obtain certification in CPR for employment. This course covers adult CPR only. Admission is $10/person. $

Fri 20Big Yellow School Bus10:30-11:30 a.m.3 Locations:Dale City Neighborhood Library, Dale CityDumfries Neighborhood Library, DumfriesIndependent Hill Library, ManassasNervous about riding the bus on the first day of school? Visit the library and board a big yellow bus before the first day of school and meet the bus driver. Enjoy stories and learn what riding the bus is all about FREE



Big Yellow School Bus - August 20


Sat 22Quantico Triathlon7 a.m.-12 p.m.Marine Corps Base QuanticoSplash, cycle, and beat feet in the Quantico Tri! Hosted aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, each leg of the USAT sanctioned, sprint distance event will offer a unique view of the Crossroads of the Marine Corps. Registration is $91 and includes a technical participant shirt, finisher medal, event timing, and ticket to the pre-event pasta dinner and informational session. $$$$

Dog Days of Summer10 a.m.-2 p.m.National Museum of the Marine Corps, TriangleVisit the museum to see military working dogs, birds of prey and various pet adoption agencies with animals looking for a home. FREE

One-Day Childbirth Class10 a.m.-5 p.m.Sentara Medical Center, WoodbridgeSentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is offering a condensed version of the childbirth class series. Expectant parents are prepared for the physical and psychological experience of labor, birth and the postpartum period. Emphasis is placed on understanding the childbirth process and exploring methods of relaxation and breathing that can be used during labor. Class should be completed at least four weeks before your due date. A tour of the labor and delivery unit is also included. Please bring a blanket, two or three pillows, and a watch that can count seconds. Admission is $100/couple. Register on sentara.com using mother’s name only. $$$$

Reading with a Doggy10:30-11:30 a.m.Dumfries Neighborhood Library, DumfriesPractice reading aloud while you make a friend by reading to a therapy dog in a friendly and relaxed environment. Bring your own book to share or use one of the library’s. FREE

Summer Sounds Concerts: La Unica6:30 p.m.Harris Pavilion, ManassasBring your chairs, blankets, and picnics to enjoy the concert with your friends and neighbors! La Unica will entertain the crowd with Latin Irish fusion and rhythms. FREE

Thur 27Battle of Kettle Run Anniversary Tours1-4 p.m.Bristoe Station Battlefield Park, BristowJoin Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park staff and volunteers on the 153rd anniversary of Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson’s capture of Bristoe Station and the Battle of Kettle Run: the opening round of what would become the Second Battle of Manassas. This August 27 battle, while small, was bloody and took a heavy toll on the regiments that fought there. Visit the park on the actual anniversary for specialized walking tours that will make this forgotten battle come to life in vivid detail. Admission is free, however a $5 donation is suggested FREE

Summer Concert SeriesU.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters7:30 p.m.National Museum of the Marine Corps, TrianglePerformance by the U.S. Navy Band Sea Changers at the museum’s Parade Deck. FREE

Fri 28Summer Concert Series8 p.m.Stonebridge Town Center, WoodbridgeConcerts are located in front of Orvis and across from Brixx. Bring a lawn chair or blankets, grab a bite to eat and prepare to tap your toes and dance the night away. Performance by Cazhmier - Top 40. FREE

Friday Family Movie: Monsters University8:30-10 p.m.Harris Pavilion, ManassasGrab some snacks and enjoy Monsters University at the Harris Pavilion. FREE

Picnic and a Movie: Epic8:30-10 p.m.Leesylvania State Park, WoodbridgeYou are invited to watch a kid-friendly movie on the big screen under the stars. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and join in the fun! FREE

Sat 29Vietnam Veterans Recognition Ceremony10 a.m.-12 p.m.Marine Corps Base QuanticoIn commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War, join Congressman Rob Wittman for a special ceremony honoring those who served their country in Vietnam. Vietnam veterans wishing to participate and be recognized must register in advance. Call (540) 659-2734 for more information on registration. FREE

Reading with a Doggy10:30-11:30 a.m.Dumfries Neighborhood Library, DumfriesSee Saturday, August 22 information. FREE

Music at the Marina: U.S. Army Band Downrange7-8:30 p.m.Leesylvania State Park, WoodbridgeThe U.S. Army Band Downrange is the popular music ensemble of the United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own.” Bring chairs, blankets and a picnic basket and enjoy! FREE

Saturday Night Adult DanceThe English Channel8-11 p.m.Harris Pavilion, ManassasSpend a night out dancing with The English Channel. Call (703) 361-9800 for more information. FREE


Share your event with us! Email event date, time and description to Samantha at [email protected] by the 5th of the month prior to the event for inclusion.

VOLUNTEERLend a helping hand to your community. Volunteers are needed for committees and community events. Contact our office at (703) 670-6187 or [email protected]

for more information.


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MPOA Sub-Associations

Alexander Square Homeowners Assoc.Alexander Pl. & Henderson Ln.President, Mike Powers - (703) 583-0654General [email protected]

Island Homeowners AssociationKeswick Ct., Royal Crescent Ct., & Timber Ridge Dr.President, Rick Lindsey - (703) 878-5918Disclosures, Ruth Gordon - (571) 285-3090

Northside Townhome AssociationBridgeport Dr., Maple Glen Ct., Mill Spring Dr., Oak Crest Ct., & Sugar Maple Ln.Community Management Group(703) [email protected]

Nob Hill Forest Townhome AssociationCliffview Dr., Jonathan Ct., Kenton Cir., Vals Way, Whisperwood Ct., & Windsong Ln.Community ManagerLin Stauffer - (703) 670-2376President, Catherine Kudrick

Southlake Cove Townhome AssociationBarnacle Pl., Beachland Way, Buena Vista Dr., Ebb Tide Ct., Lands End Ct., Lansdale Pl., London Pl., Marshlake Ln., Port Washington Ct., Sanibel Ct., Seal Pl., Viewpoint Ci., & Winding Creek Ln.Community ManagerLin Stauffer - (703) 670-2376President, Guillermo Garcia

Southlake Landing Townhome AssociationBackwater Ct., Montview Dr., Saltwater Dr., & Widewater Dr.Community ManagerLin Stauffer - (703) 670-2376President, Marie Juliano

Southlake Recreation AssociationCommunity ManagerLin Stauffer - (703) 670-2376Chairman, Greg Barlowwww.SouthlakeRecreation.com

Water’s Edge Townhome AssociationBeachwater Ct., Inlet Pl., Spring Branch Blvd., Streamside Ct., & Waters Edge Ct.President, Glenn Stromberg (703) [email protected] Manager, Wally Hunt(703) 679-1525


Community InformationBoard of Directors MeetingsThe Board of Directors meets the second Wednesday of the month at the MPOA office. The Executive (closed) Session of the meeting begins at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Open Session for all residents and guests at approximately 7:30 p.m.

AssessmentsAssessments are $530 when paid in full, or $55 when paid monthly. Monthly assessments are due on the first of the month, May through February. Any assessment not received within ten days of the due date will incur a $45 late fee. Payments placed in the dropbox at the MPOA office after 5 p.m. on the 10th will not be processed until the next business day and will be considered late. Please mail assessment payments along with payment coupons to:

Montclair POA c/o FirstService ResidentialPO Box 11983Newark, NJ 07101-4983

Please bring payment coupons when making assessment payments at the MPOA office.

Trash CollectionTrash: Mondays & ThursdaysRecycling: MondaysYard Debris: ThursdaysSpecial Pick-Ups: ThursdaysAmerican Disposal - (703) 368-0500

The MontclairionThe Montclairion, Montclair’s monthly publication, has advertising space available on a first come, first served basis. Please call to verify space availability.

Display AdsBlack & White1/8 Page (3.5” x 2.25”). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $901/4 Page (3.5” x 4.5”). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

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Classified AdsMPOA Residents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10Non-MPOA Residents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15

Limit 40 words per classified ad.

Ad DeadlineNo later than the 5th day of the month prior to publication.

Contact InformationSamantha Bates - (703) [email protected]


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Classifieds

Note: The MPOA claims absolutely no responsibility for the reliability of sellers or the quality of the goods or services represented.

ChildcareEpiphany Lutheran PreschoolNow registering students for the 2015-16 school year. Located in Dale City, we offer classes for ages 3-5. We feature an outdoor classroom for extra exploration and learning experiences. Call Karen Stokes at (703) 590-4723 for information.

Fun Day Care12+ years of experience of being a childcare provider. I have obtained state license, CPR and First Aid Certificate. References available on request. We care for special needs. Located right across Henderson Elementary. Call me at (703) 973-0053.

CleaningFlower Fresh Home CleaningFlower Fresh Home Cleaning servicing happy Montclair residents for 27 years. Come home to a Flower Fresh house. Amazing references. Call Michelle - (703) 878-3486.

Orange Rozes CleaningFlexible scheduling and prices. 15 years of service. Maids background checks, residential, commercial, move in/out, specific needs. Lots of cleaning in Montclair now! Visit orangerozescleaning.com. Call (540) 785-6320.

Roof CleaningIs your roof stained with black streaks and mildew? Don’t replace it. Restore it! Save thousands of $$$ by letting our professionals safely remove unsightly stains using our soft wash system. Aqua Clean Solutions Inc. (703) 454-2222. Licensed/Insured.

Tidy Maids HousecleaningLicense and insured. Move in/out - monthly, weekly, bi-weekly. Excellent local references. Very thorough job. 25 years of experience. (571) 228-7572

Home ImprovementA-1 Drywall Doctor & Water Damage RepairsDrywall finishing, repairs & installation. Water damage analysis. Caulking & painting & home maintenance services. Customer satisfaction is our specialty. Montclair resident over 20 years. (571) 481-0558

A-Awesome Service! Joel Riggs Home RepairKitchen, bath remodeling, interior/exterior painting, carpentry, wood rot repairs, drywall, realtors pre/post listing fix ups and homeowner violations. WE DO IT ALL! VA Class A Licensed/Insured. Safe, fast, reliable. 25 years’ experience. N. VA. Call Joel (703) 929-4676.

AAAAABasements, baths, kitchens, deck and fence repair, power washing, exterior wood rot, drywall finishing and repair, crown molding, foreclosure specialist and more. 28 years’ experience. Licensed and insured. Free estimate - (703) 987-5096.

Air Duct CleaningDryer vent cleaning, furnace and A/C cleaning, chemical cleaning of the blower and coil. Heating and cooling maintenance. (703) 580-1835

Attention All HomeownersBe sure that you seal and protect all of your masonary & concrete flatwork this year. Front steps, walkways & patios. Call Ken at (703) 368-0984 to out & give a free inspection. “Protect your flatwork.”

B&L HandymanFather and son team. Long time Montclair residents, specializing in decks, finishing basements, power washing, deck staining, electrical, gutter cleaning etc. Reasonable rates, free estimates, bonded and insured. References available. Call (703) 670-3247.

BrickworkAll types of brick construction and repair; chimneys, patios, sidewalks, etc. Masonry contractor with 20 years experience. Montclair resident, references, free estimates. Call Ken Bradshaw at (703) 368-0984.

Broadus Properties Home ImprovementQuality home improvements with pricing in line with today’s economy. Repair wood trim, decks, fences, sheetrock; door replacement, tile and vinyl flooring, painting, and more. Licensed and insured. Call Steven (703) 969-0827.

Chelsea Paint & PaperPainting: Interior and exterior. Wallpaper hanging and removal. 25 years’ experience. References available. Clean, neat, reliable. Call Steve (571) 216-9338. [email protected]

Climatrol Heating & Cooling(703) 981-6664, www.climatrolhvac.com. Only $79.95 for heating and cooling system inspections or diagnostic service fee. We service all brands. Receive 10% off on repairs with this ad. Free second opinion on heat exchangers and compressors. Family owned business.

Exterior House WashingWe clean all exterior surfaces, deck cleaning/sealing available, owner/operator, serving our community for 31 years. 15% off with this ad D&K Professionals of Dale City (571) 285-2725.

Fred’s Finest PaintingPaint interiors and exteriors, remove wallpaper, power wash homes and decks and stain, minor wood repairs, drywall repairs also. Licensed and insured. FREE estimates. Business (703) 878-4872, cell (703) 966-7030.

G&S Carpet ServicesAffordable steam cleaning. Rugs, furniture, pet stains/odors, water damage. Insured. 3 areas, $60. 8 areas, $120. 10 areas, $160. (703) 987-0359

GM Painting and MoreInterior and exterior painting, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work. Drywall repairs. Kitchen and bathroom remodeling, hardwood, ceramic tile, and custom cabinets. Call Melgar at (703) 867-0084. www.gmpaintingandmore.com

Grout/Tile RestorationRegrouting, grout staining, tile repair, steam clean/seal & caulking. Call Dale with Grout Masters of Virginia (703) 468-1733.

Gutter CleaningNo mess left behind. Clean downspouts, re-nail loose nails and gutter repair. (703) 580-1835

Handyman ServicesGutter cleaning, carpentry, power washing, hauling, electrical, drywall repairs, complete home maintenance. (703) 580-1835

Hoskins Electric LLC(703) 496-0777. Licensed and insured. 10% military and senior discount. Attic fans start at $250. Ceiling fans start at $100. Complete electrical contractor since 1991. Any electrical need satisfied and guaranteed. www.hoskinselectricpwc.com. Free estimates.

Junk HaulingYards, basements, garages cleared. Furniture and appliance disposal, storage cleanouts, sheds, hot tubs, etc. Also offering yard work, local light moving. Email [email protected] (703) 497-4976 or (703) 599-8385

Kruschka’s Pressure WashDecks and fences cleaned and stained. Homes, walkways cleaned. For quote call (703) 499-9079.

Mel’s Painting ServicesInterior and exterior painting. Pressure washing, wood repair on houses and decks. Drywall repair and much more. Free estimates. Call Mike at (703) 888-6390.

Melvin’s Handyman ServicesOffer carpentry, remodeling skills for home improvement projects. Free estimates and reasonable rates. Licensed and bonded. Call office (703) 680-4696 or cell (571) 274-0006. Check out our website http://melvinshandymanservices.com.

Perow Construction, Licensed, Bonded, InsuredResidential flatwork: concrete driveways, sidewalks, stoops, patios; flagstone & paver patios. Handyman Services: interior painting, power wash & stain decks, wood fence repair & installation, serving Montclair, Brittany, Dale City & Woodbridge over 20 years, great reference, free estimate (703) 615-5083.

Picture Perfect Home ImprovementLoyal 12-year Montclairion advertiser! Licensed, bonded, insured. Exterior/interior remodel - basement, bath, kitchen, decks, painting, etc. Handyman services available. If it can be done, we can do it! BBB member. No money down! Call Mike (703) 590-3187. www.pphionline.com

R.A.F. Painting & Pressure Washing, Lic. & Ins.Interior and exterior painting, deck staining and sealing, carpentry repairs, stamped concrete sealing and pressure washing. Suffice to say I’ve earned my A rating on Angies List the tried and true way one customer at a time. Free estimates and sterling references (540) 273-1781 (540) 720-1713.

Roof CleaningIs your roof stained with black streaks and mildew? Don’t replace it. Restore it! Save thousands of $$$ by letting our professionals safely remove unsightly stains using our soft wash system. Aqua Clean Solutions Inc. (703) 454-2222. Licensed/Insured.

Shower Doors 2 GoAll types of shower doors. Custom shower doors. Insurance, bonded, licensed. (571) 233-4385 [email protected]

Tony’s PaintingPressure washing and all handyman services. Free estimates. Call Tony at (703) 864-8821.

Water Heater ReplacementWe replace eletric or gas water heaters. We can install your water heater or we can provide our contractor grade. Labor warrenty is provided. (703) 580-1835

Wess’ Home ImprovementTile and marble installation. Complete kitchen and bath remodeling. Licensed and insured. Special offers for Montclair residents. www.wesshomeimprovement.com; (703) 499-1577

Landscaping/LawncareAguilars Tree Service LLCYour tree and landscaping pros. No job too big or too small. “We do it all.” From tree removal, stump grinding, lot clearing and tree topping to mulching, planting and much more. Call for free estimates. (540) 212-1370

Alvaro’s Lawn CareAffordable & dependable, Montclair Resident for 11+ years. Free Estimates for 1-Time or regular lawn mowing, hedging, trimming and more. Please call for a fast and free estimate today: (703) 819-4962.

At My LandscaperFree estimates for all your lawn needs. Stone retainer walls, patios, landscape designs and installations, seed and sod, mulching, fertilization, mowing, trimming and much more. Montclair resident, 25 years’ experience. Free estimates. (703) 795-7788

J&M Tree ServiceWe offer lot cleaning, removal, pruning, landscaping, topping, pressure washing, & masonry. 24 hour emergency service. Fully insured quality service. Call us today for a free estimate at (540) 270-7183.

Martin’s Lawn ServiceWeekly mowing, mulching, hedge trimming, spring clean ups, brush removal, free estimates. Please call (703) 580-0774.

Mason’s Lawn & LandscapeA custom design, build & maintenance company. Services include: plant installation, lawn irrigation, lighting, patios, walkways, driveways, fire pits, ponds, mowing, fertilization, aeration seeding, clean-up and mulching, trimming shrubs, fall leaf removal. Call (703) 594-GROW (4769).

Lessons/TutorA+ Tutoring, LLCNeed help with your child’s school lessons: enrichment, remedial, homework. I work with all ages - preschool through adult - no math help above eighth grade. For older students, I can help with English, study skills, and writing term papers. Call Ms. Carolyn (703) 606-8021.

Businesses - OtherAdvoCareChanging lives through physical and financial wellness: 24 Day Challenge, solutions for healthy weight management, energy and on-the-go nutrition, sports performance, and skin care. Contact Barbara www.advocare.com/150644146 [email protected] (703) 203-5035. Great business opportunity.

Computer Doctor: We Make House CallsOur Microsoft certified techs can assist with all your computer and networking needs. Professional, friendly and affordable. Serving Montclair since 1999. www.thecomputerdoctor.biz or (703) 670-7766

Eiko’s Alterations and Custom FashionSpecializing in bridal, formal, business attire, over 35 years’ professional experience. Montclair resident. (703) 595-6512; [email protected]

Free After Hours Notary ServiceFree evening and weekend notary services available for Montclair residents. Dummars Consultants LLC is a small business firm specializing in Human Resource Management and are certified by the Commonwealth of Virginia as Public Notary. Call (240) 560-2241 [email protected] for services.

Mary KayA new age of beauty is born. Introducing NEW! TimeWise Repair. Go back in time and lift away the years. Deanna Sivers, www.marykay.com/dsivers (703) 670-8742

Paw Keepers Pet Sitting ServiceOffers daily dog walking, and in-home holiday/vacation pet services. All types of pets welcome. Licensed, bonded. Bringing peace of mind to Montclair pet families since 2003. (703) 445-8090, www.pawkeeperspetsitter.com, [email protected].

Vacation SitterLet me care for your home and pets. Free transportation to and from airport for the family. Resident of Montclair for 37 years. Call (703) 670-6736 to discuss your needs.

For Sale/RentPotomac Counseling AssociatesTwo furnished professional office spaces 10x15 feet rooms; shared group and waiting rooms: Dumfries (703) 221-1481.

MiscellaneousAffordable Computer Repair ServicesFather and teenage sons working together. Is your computer slow or freezing up? Pop-ups? We can help! Hardware/Software Installations, Virus Removals, Upgrades, Data Recovery, Custom Builds, Wireless/Wired Networking, Security, Smartphones, and more. We live in Montclair. Call (703) 634-3473.

Gospel Music Cruise, March 6-13, 2016Gospel Music Cruise, March 6-13, 2016, from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to three Ports with GRAMMY winning musicians Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond, Shirley Caesar, Tye Tribbett, Marvin Sapp, Take 6 and more! Call (571) 338-0866 or email [email protected] for details and available payment plans.

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PARTINGSHOTSClockwise from top left: Daniella & friends celebrate at the Pre-Teen Beach Party. Photo submitted by Monica Bresnahan; Bluejay taking a snack break with some delicious blackberries. Photo submitted by Brian Smith; A gorgeous view of Dolphin Beach at June’s Beer on the Beach. Photo submitted by Nelson Pacheco.

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Communications7 p.m.

Community Events7:30 p.m.

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Covenants 7 p.m.

SRA 7 p.m. SRC

PIR DeadlineAugust 18 Meeting

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ASHA 10 a.m.

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Safety 7 p.m.

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Board of DirectorsExecutive 7 p.m.Open 7:30 p.m.

SLL 7 p.m. SRC

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Lake Management7:30 p.m.

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Covenants 7 p.m.

PIR DeadlineSept. 1 Meeting

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Landscape & Facilities Mgmt.7 p.m.

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IHA 7 p.m.

WETA 7:30 p.m.

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Beer on the Beach7-10 p.m.Dolphin Beach

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History 7:30 p.m.

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Friends of the Montclair Library7:30 p.m.

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Budget Kickoff Meeting 7 p.m.

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Summer Movie Night SunsetDolphin Beach


AUGUST 2015

ASHA....................................Alexander Square Homeowners AssociationIHA.............................................................Island Homeowners AssociationNOB..........................................................Nob Hill Townhome AssociationNTA........................................................Northside Townhome AssociationSLC...............................................Southlake Cove Townhome Association

SLL..........................................Southlake Landing Townhome AssociationSRA...........................................................Southlake Recreation AssociationSRC...................................................................Southlake Recreation CenterWETA................................................Water’s Edge Townhome Association

Upcoming Events

August 8-9 Block Party WeekendAugust 21 Beer on the BeachAugust 29 Summer Movie NightSeptember 26 OktoberfestOctober 3-4 Fall Community Yard SaleOctober 24 Halloween Trunk or Treat & Pet ParadeOctober 28 New Resident ReceptionDecember 12 Saturday with Santa

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY1

Covenants 7 p.m.

SRA 7 p.m. SRC

Triathlon 7:30 p.m.

PIR DeadlineSept. 15 Meeting

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OFFICE CLOSED

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Communications 7 p.m.

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Board of DirectorsExecutive 7 p.m.Open 7:30 p.m.

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ASHA 10 a.m.

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Safety 7 p.m.

SLC 7:30 p.m. SRC

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Covenants 7 p.m.

PIR DeadlineOct. 6 Meeting

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Landscape & Facilities Mgmt.7 p.m.

SLL 7 p.m. SRC

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IHA 7 p.m.

WETA 7:30 p.m.

NOB 7 p.m. SRC

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Lake Management7:30 p.m.

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Oktoberfest3-9:30 p.m.Dolphin Beach

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History 7:30 p.m.

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ASHA....................................Alexander Square Homeowners AssociationIHA.............................................................Island Homeowners AssociationNOB..........................................................Nob Hill Townhome AssociationNTA........................................................Northside Townhome AssociationSLC...............................................Southlake Cove Townhome Association

SLL..........................................Southlake Landing Townhome AssociationSRA...........................................................Southlake Recreation AssociationSRC...................................................................Southlake Recreation CenterWETA................................................Water’s Edge Townhome Association

SEPTEMBER 2015

MontclairionMontclair Property Owners Association3561 Waterway DriveMontclair, VA 22025