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community association news
Landsdowne News
Cindi Potter,Landsdowne Board of Directors, [email protected]
Hello Landsdowne and Friends – At the time pen found the paper (err keys found the
internet) it is the beginning of the Age of Aquarius. February – the month of Love.
Aquarians are known as trendsetters, they find creative ways to approach situations, to
tackle problems in unique ways. The tried and true is seldom their path. They invent,
create. They are all about the greater good – finding ways to always give back not just
to themselves but others. Their creative minds are always working, and, it is said they
are happiest when they have something to move forward, care for and create.
Well, this is all about people. It may or may not properly describe or define a
community. Personally, a lot of those very characteristics are the community of
Landsdowne, the place we love (and are proud) to call home and our residents who live
here. So, do you think the Landsdowne community may be living under the sign of
Aquarius?
Right now the temperature is in the 4th day of record breaking low temperatures (below
freezing all day). Snow has not quite found us yet – but we know it is coming. We are
ready. Our snow contractor, Premium Lawn and Landscape, has a crew standing by,
should they be needed. Our snow “emergency” even/odd parking plan is in place for the
single family homes. A snow roster has been established. We hope you have purchased
pet friendly ice melt. Did you remember to turn off your water to the outside so your
pipes will not burst? (We hope so – by now – if you forgot you probably had a not so
subtle reminder.)
The Dash Family
Please remember, sidewalks are a residents’ responsibility. Our snow contract does
not call for the clearing of any sidewalks. If and when it snows, please clear your own
sidewalk, help a neighbor in need – and why not adopt a piece of common walkway as
your own, too. It is a quick, easy, simple way to give back.
Do you need assistance clearing snow when it comes? If so, we are here to help –
[email protected]. Do not hesitate to let us know. Ask and we’re there.
Cont. on page 6
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Windsor Park News
Paul van Rijn, Board President and Neighbor
It is always an interesting challenge to decide on topics
to include in this monthly column. There are so many
options and there is so much to say. However, a recent
article entitled “Rating a Neighborhood” struck a chord
with me and made me wonder just how our Windsor Park
community might be rated.
A suggested scale for rating a neighborhood included:
housing quality, housing affordability, school quality,
safety, and proximity to shops and public transit. Using
these as starting points, let me share my take on Windsor
Park.
Of all the communities along the Beulah Corridor, Windsor
Park is one of the oldest and most mature. Yet, its homes
are exceptionally well-built and spacious and many have
received upgrades and renovations to enhance their value.
Still, they have remained affordable and are starting to
attract more families looking for a safe environment
and nearby quality schools for their children. Others
are attracted by Windsor Park’s proximity to markets,
restaurants, quality medical facilities, recreation, and
public transportation. This is not to mention the myriad
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Community Association News.......................................2
Clubs, Organizations, & Events.........................................7
Around the Town..............................................................10
Classified Advertisements.........................................15
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of cultural
and historical
attractions
of the
Washington,
DC area and
the recreation
centers, parks,
and wildlife
areas just
minutes away.
All this does
not mean
that there
is nothing more to do. All communities such as ours
are governed by rules and guidelines. The WP Board
of Directors—all volunteers—has the responsibility
for communicating those rules and for ensuring that
everything runs smoothly. To that extent, our homeowner
dues are used to hire a management company (National
Realty Partners or NRP) to oversee all the required
financial, legal, accounting, record keeping, and business
aspects of our community. NRP, in turn, takes competitive
bids and retains landscaping, trash removal, pool
management, and other services to help us maintain our
curb appeal and to help us keep WP a desirable place to
live.
Our various service providers cannot do it all alone and
the more we can do ourselves, the better off we will be.
Getting basic information out to all residents is essential
and we are going to step up efforts in those directions.
Some of the most basic required information includes:
trash days are Monday and Thursday, recycling is only
on Thursday and all boxes must be recycled, heavy
construction debris must be removed by contractors,
external changes to the property require approvals,
parking hang tags are required in “reserved” parking and
“visitors” parking is limited to three consecutive nights.
Be considerate of and look out for your neighbors and our
service providers. Be the eyes and ears in the community
and let NRP know when something needs our attention.
Report any suspicious non-emergency activities directly to
the police at 703-691-2131.
If you have any questions or want to help, please stop me
when you see me in the neighborhood or send me an email
at [email protected].
As always, submit all formal inquiries, applications,
suggestions, or complaints to Kristine Caraway, our
Management Agent from NRP. She may be reached via
email at [email protected] or at 703-435-3800.
For more information, visit our developing website at
www.windsor-park.org. And if you get a chance, attend
our Board meetings on the third Thursday of each month
at Lane School from 7-9 P.M.
Autumn
Chase
News
community association news
Robin Michener, Autumn Chase Board Member
Winter 2013 is still upon us, and we look forward to the spring
season in our Autumn Chase Hunt community. We hold the
Autumn Chance Hunt HOA meetings every quarter. For 2013
these will be in February, May, August and October. The winter HOA meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
at 6074 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310. The spring HOA
meeting is on Wednesday, May 15 and the summer HOA meeting will be held on August 21 in the same location. We still have
on open HOA board position, therefore contact us at board@
autumnchase.org if you are interested in learning more details.
At the February 20 HOA meeting we will be discussing HOA
activities that may occur this spring. At the meeting, we plan to
discuss what maintenance items will be addressed during the
2013 annual maintenance inspections. We plan to refurbish the
Autumn Chase entrance signs this spring. In our community,
there is interest in holding a community yard sale this spring.
If you are interested in participating as a board member, please
contact us through our community website (www.autumnchase.
org) or the board email address [email protected].
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community association news
Landsdowne, cont. from page 2
Enter our “Guess the Snow Fall” Contest. When will the first 1” of snow
fall (as measured at the pool house)? At the time of any snow event
guess (nearest) the total amount of accumulation (at the time the snow
begins) and win a gift certificate to one of our many area restaurants.
Let’s have some fun when the snow finds us. If the snow is significant,
check your email for snow related activities – snowman making contests,
snow angel competitions, dog yappy hours – all will be planned. We
guarantee it will be fun – planned pretty much on the spot – and will bring
lots of smiling faces.
This is the month where we tend to see the least amount of people out
and about. It is just too cold. We are using that time to plan for the future
– for what is to come in the months ahead. (A new parking plan for the
townhomes is being considered. The ARB Guidelines are being revised).
For full details, please always check our website (www.landsdowne.org).
While there, if you are not signed up for our news, please so now. All our
news is distributed by email.
By request, on a trial basis, our monthly HOA/BOD meetings have been
changed to the 3rd Thursday of each month. Please hold the following
dates on your calendar – February 28, March 28, April 25, May 23,
June 27. Meetings are held at the Kingstowne Center for Active Adults
(Landsdowne Center directly under Red, Hot & Blue). Everyone is always
welcome (owners, renters, and friends of our community). This is where
and how you can be directly involved in the decisions and business
that effect everyone who lives here. This is the time and place to voice
your suggestions and concerns. This is the place to have your questions
answered.
Spring Yard Sale – Come One! Come All. April 20 is “the date” to clear the
clutter and make a few extra dollars. The raindate is May 11. For details
or to secure a selling space, please contact SpecialEvents@Landsdowne.
Org (YS). This is a much anticipated sale. We have buyers from all over
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watch for this event. The average
take home is between $100 and
$500. Your cast offs are another’s
treasure.
Dumpster and Shredding Day –
May 4 (rain or shine). This really
is the time to clear the clutter and
to shred all those documents that
an identity thief would just love
to have. This event is specifically
for the things that require a special pick up (appliances, furniture, large
metal goods, play sets, etc.) This is the time to bring all your documents
for professional shredding. This is the time to just get rid of “stuff” once
and for all.
May 11 (10 A.M. - Noon). Kingstowne Center for Active Adults.
Landsdowne Community Annual Meeting. Details next time. Do you
have questions? Please contact us at Communications@Landsdowne.
Org about the meeting itself or to be considered as a candidate to run the
the Board.
We are also taking this time to update our website – a new look – new
sections – revisions and renovation to the old. Do you like to write?
Would you like your own column featured on the website? Are you a
photographer? Please send us your pictures for use in our monthly Beulah
Corridor articles and on the website. This is your community and the
place to let the world (or at least those reading this) know you are here.
There is always so much to say. We love singing Landsdowne’s praises.
For now – this is also the month of Love! Happy Valentine’s Day everyone.
May February 14th find you sharing it with loved ones. In closing, these
are just a few of the shout outs from our residents to their own special
sweeties:
• “Thank you for the last 15 years of marriage. Love you!” J.D.
• “MRO no 2 days are ever the same all because of you! Thanks for 19+
amazing years.” Much Love, CHP
• “CP, MO, VL, JM, AM -- Happy Valentines to my Landsdowne Family. In
many ways, you are closer than many of my biological family - and more
fun too!” Jay
• “Vicki L. -- Happy Valentines Day from your secret Admirers. Thanks for
all that you do for us” B&C
• “To Lovers All: Wine and chocolate is a very popular and romantic
Valentine’s Day combo. However, in reality, they make for a difficult food
and wine pairing. The conundrum: sweeter chocolates have a rich sweet
flavor and unsweetened chocolate has a strong bitter flavor. Both sweet
or unsweetened
chocolate can
overwhelm a wine
or bring out bitter
flavors that would not
exist if you enjoyed
each on their own. I
recommend trying
chocolate-covered
[preferably milk
chocolate] cherry
filled cordials with
a dry or lightly
sweet Rosé wine.
An inexpensive and
pleasant way to add a
little deliciousness to
Cupid’s favorite day.
Cheers!” D.Q.
• “Happy Valentines Day! I love you all SO much. I am so thankful that
each of you is a part of my life.” Love always, Melanie/Mommy
• “Will You Marry Me Sunshine? Please – I Will Love You To the Moon And
Back! Say Yes! Please! “ The Man In The Moon
(Note: We will let you know the outcome next time …)
Have a wonderful winter and a Very Happy February! Until Next time ….
Clubs, Organizations & Events
Clubs, Organizations & Events
New Announcements
Send announcements for new clubs and events to
[email protected] by the 7th of each month for
publication the following month. New clubs and events
are listed for two months; afterwards a shortened listing is
provided under “Existing Clubs & Groups.” Existing Clubs
and Groups may submit information for special events; it will
be run if space allows.
4-H Club Nutts for Mutts
Do you like dogs? Are you between the
ages of 9 and 19? Join the Nutts 4 Mutts 4-H
Dog Club, which meets the third Tuesday of
each month, 7 P.M., at the Hollin Hall Senior
Center, 1500 Shenandoah Road. (Parents
are also welcome.) You do not have to own
a dog to be a part of this club. 4-H provides
the opportunity for youth to learn and have
fun through activities about their interests.
Nutts 4 Mutts focuses on all things dogs—
care, training, companionship, safety, and
more. The club offers a wide variety of activities, including field
trips, guest speakers, and community service projects. If you
are looking for a leadership opportunity, consider serving as a
club officer. For more information, please contact parshleys@
earthlink.net and put Nutts4Mutts in the subject line.
Candidates’ Forum–February 28
Colonial Republican Women and the Lee District Republican
Committee will jointly host a candidates’ forum on Thursday,
February 28, 7-9 P.M., at the Virginia Hills Administration Center
(Old Virginia Hills School), 6520 Diana Lane, Alexandria, VA,
22310. Refreshments begin at 6:30 P.M. In 2013, the offices of
Virginia governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, and
all Virginia House of Delegates seats will be up for election. This
forum is for those running for the Republican nomination to
the state-wide offices and House of Delegates for District 43.
For more information contact Susan at 703-924-3554 or lee@
fairfaxgop.com.
Colonial Republican Women–Feb. 21
Colonial Republican Women will meet on February 21, 6:30-9
P.M., at the Virginia Hills Administration Center (Old Virginia Hills
School), 6520 Diana Lane, Alexandria, VA 22310. Refreshments
will be served at 6:30 P.M. For more information contact Debbie
at 703-768-1934 or [email protected].
Seedling Sale–
Beautify and Restore Your Property
The Northern Virginia Soil and Water
Conservation District is holding its 2013
seedling sale. All the seedling species
are native to our area and provide beauty
to your landscape! The small tree and shrub package is $15.95
and contains ten seedlings: two white flowering dogwood, two
American witch hazel, two northern bayberry, two arrowwood
viburnum, and two smooth sumac. The tree package is $11.95
and contains six seedlings: two bald cypress, two river birch, and
two willow oak. More information at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/
nvswcd/seedlingsale.htm or contact Nick Kokales at 703-324-1420
or [email protected].
Existing Clubs & Groups
Alexandria-Kingstowne MOMS Club
[email protected]
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum: Tavern Toddlers
Dancing, activities, crafts, and stories. Walkers through 36
months. 10:30 A.M. to noon, Mondays. $7/ week/ two children
and 1 adult
Habitat ReStore
703-360-6700 or www.restorenova.org
7770-G Richmond Hwy., behind Gold’s Gym
Kingstowne Area Artists–Sandy & Ginny
www.kingstowneartists.com, [email protected],
[email protected]
Continued on page 8
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Clubs, Organizations & Events
Clubs et al, cont. from page 7
Kingstowne Center
for Active Adults
6488 Landsdowne Center,
Alexandria
9 A.M.-4 P.M. M-F,
703-339-7676
• Trip to Frederick
Douglass House,
Sat., Feb. 23
• Coming soon: trip to Kennedy Center
to see Show Boat
• Watercolor classes–Mon. 12:30 P.M.
• Gentle Yoga–Mon. 9 A.M. & Tue. 2 P.M.
• English classes–Wed. 12:30 P.M.
Kingstowne Lions Club–Frances Mohr
[email protected]
or 703-924-0462
7 P.M., 2nd Wed. each month
Franconia Governmental Center
6121 Franconia Road
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Clubs, Organizations & Events
Mount Vernon Genealogical Society–Phyllis Kelley
703-660-6969 or [email protected] or www.MVGenealogy.org
“Ancestors Did Not Live Alone” 1 P.M., February 19
Rm. 112, 1500 Shenandoah Rd., Alexandria
Presents 4 Pets Campaign
[email protected] or 703-924-1616
Collecting pet supplies for animal shelters and
rescue groups
Toastmasters
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Kingstowne
Toasties Chapter
7:30 P.M., 1st and
3rd Thur. of each
month
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Around the Town
Local School News
Report from School
Board Member Kaufax
Tamara Derenak Kaufax, Lee District
Fairfax County School Board
571-423-1081; [email protected]
Keeping Our Schools Safe
In the wake of the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown,
CT, our thoughts continue to be with the families affected by
this horrific act. I have heard from both students and parents
in Lee District, and as a parent with two children in our schools,
I understand your concerns and fears that have surfaced since
this incident. I want you to know that the School Board and staff
of FCPS continue to provide our schools and classrooms with the
best safety measures that are known to us.
Our staff is trained to always be vigilant in keeping an eye out for
unusual behaviors. We have security plans for each of our buildings
and there is also a central plan. The Office of Safety and Security
works with law enforcement around the country and our plans are
based on best practices throughout the nation. The specific plans
are exempt from public release, via a Va. Freedom of Information
Exemption (2.2-3705.2). However, much information is available
from our internet homepage, www.fcps.edu. Click on the tab titled
“Emergency” and scroll and link to topics of interest.
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Even one such incident is too many, but please keep in mind that
they remain a very rare occurrence. Schools continue to be a very
safe place for kids. In the United States, there are approximately
100,000 K-12 schools, enrolling approximately 50 million students.
While realizing that the small chance of an event actually occurring
does not completely assuage the fear associated with such a
horrendous act, it’s helpful to keep these events in perspective.
Public Invited to Edison High School’s Bistro 1093
Bistro 1093, the Edison Academy culinary arts program’s dining
facility, has reopened in its newly renovated space in the Edison
High building. The bistro is open for lunch every Thursday as
culinary arts students, under the direction of Chef Glenn Walden,
prepare and serve a three-course meal with beverage as part of
their training. The public is welcome to make reservations to dine
at Bistro 1093 and are asked to make a donation (minimum $8) to
cover the cost of their meal. Take-out service is also available. To
be added to the mailing list for updates on upcoming menu and
take-out specialties, email [email protected]. In the event of a
two-hour delay or closing on a Thursday, the Bistro will not open for
lunch. Contact Edison Academy administrator Brad Rickel at 703-924-8150
or [email protected] or event liaison Glenn Walden at [email protected].
Winter Weather
Winter is here! Ice and snow happen! Please go to www.fcps.edu/
news/weather.shtml for the FCPS Inclement Weather policy.
EXPOSED
Around the Town
Lane Elementary School
Basket Bingo is Back!–Friday, March 16, 6-10 P.M.
(Doors open at 6; first game begins at 7)
Great prizes! Tickets go on sale soon. Donations are needed
to fill prize baskets–gift cards, products, vacation packages,
event tickets, etc. For more info–[email protected].
Restaurant Days
• Firehouse Subs–Tuesday, February 19, All Day: Firehouse Subs
will generously donate $300 or 20% of Lane-related sales,
whichever is greater. Dine In or Take-Out. Must mention Lane
at the register (and on the phone if calling in order).
• Boardwalk Burgers and Fries–Wednesday, March 20, All Day
• Chuck E. Cheese–Friday, April 26, 3-9 P.M.
• Silver Diner–Monday, May 21, 5-8 P.M.
• Chili’s –Tuesday, June 11, All Day
• Red Hot and Blue–Landsdowne Shopping Center (at Beulah
and Telegraph). Every time you dine-in or take-out, mention
Lane and RH&B will donate 10% back to the school on a
monthly basis! No coupon needed!
Supermarket Cards
• Giant–www.giantfood.com/aplus. School code is 03244. If
you do not know your number, call the Giant Hotline at 1-877366-2668, Option 2 (Does not affect gas program.)
• Safeway–e-mail your card number to [email protected]
Keep in Touch
• “Like” the Anthony T. Lane Elementary PTA Facebook page.
• Get Twitter alerts. Follow us @LanePTA. Don’t have a Twitter
account? Text to 40404 with the message, “Follow LanePTA.”
• Visit www.LanePTA.org for all your PTA information and
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Around the Town
Hayfield Secondary School
Broadway Night 2013–Saturday April 6
Looking for a fun, musical, and jazzy evening? The Hayfield
Secondary School Choral Boosters proudly present Broadway
Night 2013. The evening spotlights the extraordinary musical
talents of Hayfield middle and high school students, and includes an elegant dessert buffet. The performance is Saturday,
April 6, 8 P.M. Come early! The reception starts at 7 P.M. Tickets are sold at the door: Adults $10, students and seniors $7.
Rebecca S. Wilburn Auditorium, Hayfield Secondary School,
7630 Telegraph Road, Alexandria.
Hayfield Boys Basketball Serves Community
The Hayfield Secondary School Boys Basketball Program
teamed up with Next Level Sports T&C on a food drive in
support of the Manchester Lakes Senior Living Apartment
Complex. The Hayfield Boys Basketball Program–freshman,
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Coach Carlos Poindexter (center), surrounded by Beresford
and Sheryl Lawson (owners of Next Level Sports T&C, LLC),
Tim Vatter (manager of Manchester Senior Living) and
members of the Hayfield Boys’ Varsity Basketball Team.
JV, and varsity–under the direction of new Head Varsity Coach
Carlos Poindexter, collected non-perishable foods items.
Coach Poindexter’s goals for the boys’ basketball program
are to teach, develop, and prepare our young men to play the
game of basketball and to help shape and strengthen their
life skills during this process. This includes the importance of
academics, respect for others, dressing for success, building
good character, and giving back to the surrounding community. More information and news on the success of the Hayfield
Secondary Boys Basketball Program can be found at www.
hawksathletics.org.
Around the Town
Kingstowne Library
6500 Landsdowne Centre, Kingstowne, 703-339-4610
Our New Hours: Monday-Tuesday 10-9, Wednesday 10-6,
Thursday 1-9, Friday 10-6, Saturday 10-5
Closed Feb. 18 for Presidents’ Day Holiday
Programs for All Ages
• Friends of the Library Book Sale. Sat., Feb. 9, 10 A.M.-3 P.M.
Bargain prices on gently-used books, DVDs, and more! Book
donations welcome during library hours. Learn more about
the Friends of Kingstowne Library at www.kingstownelibraryfriends.org, and find them on Facebook: Friends of Kingstowne
Library.
Programs for Children
• Wag a Tale. Need a little practice reading or just love dogs?
Sign up to read to one of our reading therapy dogs. Appointments 10:30-11:30. Ages 5-12.
Chester, Sat., Feb. 16; Fire or Bella, Sat., Feb. 9 and 23
• Valentine Steampunk Jewelry. Thur., Feb. 7, 7 P.M. Edgy,
romantic, and trendy, our workshop combines influences from
Scott Westerfeld, The Hunger Games, and the Victorian and
industrial eras in neat jewelry pieces. Teens. Age 12-18.
• Terrific Twos and Threes. Mon., Feb. 11, 10:30 A.M. Early literacy story time with stories and songs. Age 2-3 with caregiver.
• Bee Healthy. Tue., Feb. 19, 10:30 A.M. A 20-minute puppet
presentation provided by the Fairfax County Health Depart-
ment. Explains
immunization as well
as healthy habits to
children and their
caretakers. Birth–5
with adult.
• Terrific Twos and
Threes. Wed., Feb.
20, 10:30 A.M. Early
literacy story time
with stories and
songs. Age 2-3 with caregiver.
• Rainbow Readers. Mon. Feb. 25, 10:30 A.M. Early literacy story
time with stories and songs Age 3-5 with caregiver.
Programs for Adults
• Genealogy One-on-One Tutorial. One-on-one sessions with genealogy volunteer using online resources. Call for appointment.
• One-on-One Internet/Computer Tutoring. One-on-one sessions
with a technology volunteer. Call for an appointment.
• Vita Tax Assistance. Saturdays in February, 10:30 A.M.-3 P.M.
TIRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earned up to $51K.
• Practice Your English. Each Wed., 10:15 A.M., and each Thur., 7
P.M. Conversation group for people learning English.
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Message from Lee District
Supervisor McKay
Jeff C. McKay, Lee District Supervisor
703-971-6262; [email protected]
It was an interesting year, 2012. Derecho joined our vocabulary and
we spent some time peering over a fiscal cliff, one that still threatens
at this writing.
Springfield Mall is one of the year’s top stories. Inside work began in
July and the November demolition of the outside shell proved that
the mall was really on track. In 2009, the Board of Supervisors at my
request assembled a team to expedite site plans and building permits.
Then, the mall stagnated along with the financial markets. With improved market conditions, the redevelopment is moving forward with
Phase I for a 2014 ribbon cutting.
The Woodrow Wilson Bridge project is almost done—only a few final
surface pavement and roadway markings remain. With BRAC a reality, our success in working with Congressman Moran and other federal
officials to get $180 million to widen Route 1 from Telegraph Road to
Mount Vernon Memorial Highway is welcome. This will expand the
existing four-lane road to six lanes, provide pedestrian and bicycle
improvements, and leave space to accommodate future transit. Construction should begin in fall/winter 2013.
The 495 Express Lanes opened in November, making it easier and
safer to drive to Tysons and points west.
Parks and Recreation: We’ve continued to grow our fully accessible
family recreation area in Lee District Park, funded through a publicprivate partnership. In June, we opened the Tiki Village playground
as part of Chessie’s Big Back Yard. It complements our spray park that
opened in 2011.
County Budget: In 2012 an improved economy and our efforts to
maintain core services and trim nonessentials put us in a better position than many other localities. Today, uncertainty over the federal
fiscal cliff and potential cuts at federal and state levels are concerns.
My citizen budget committee will again study the budget and provide
me with valuable input; I also welcome your thoughts on budget
priorities.
Transportation: Improvements continue to one of our bottlenecks—
Van Dorn Street/Telegraph Road/ South Kings Highway. The completed project will widen Telegraph Road and add new turning lanes.
Mulligan Road connecting Telegraph Road to Route One is back on
track after a bid protest and should be open to traffic in early 2014.
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apartment. Windows Plus owners have 21 years experience in this
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multiple projects. We provide free estimates. Licensed and insured
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AAAAAAH! MAID BRIGADE: Green housecleaning you can trust.
We proudly sponsor your neighborhood events. Mon-Sat service.
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A AFFORDABLE CARPET CLEANING AND RESTORATION: Five rooms
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A HANDY GUY: For all your household needs: electrical repairs,
plumbing fixtures, insulation, fence and deck repairs. Call Handyguy
LLC. Credit cards accepted. 703-244-7378. (1/13-2/13)
A HANDYMAN THAT LOVES HIS JOB & CARES: ONE CALL IS ALL IT
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AMERICAN CONTRACTOR SERVICES: Quality work at reasonable
prices. Hardwood installation, patios, decks, fences, drywall,
painting, kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Basement, electric,
plumbing, etc.. References available. For free estimate, call 703859-4328. 3/13
AMERICAN DECKS AND FENCES: We build custom wood fences and
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Classified Ads
AMERICAN GUTTER CLEANING: We clean gutters, downspouts.
We also provide house-washing and gutter screen installation.
Reasonable prices. 703/859-4328. 3/13
ASK OUR CLIENTS! “The Content Pet” has been providing
personalized, quality, loving care for pets and homes in Northern
Va. since 1998. Bonded, Insured and Certified. “Your pet deserves
the best!” [email protected], http://www.thecontentpet.
com/ 703-244-1410. (2/13-4/13)
B&L CLEANING SERVICE: Experienced House Cleaning. Owner
Operated. References Available. FREE Estimates. Special for
New Customers-$25 OFF first cleaning. Bonded/Insured. www.
BL-cleaning-service.com Call 703-216-7329. 12/13
CARPENTRY/HANDYMAN: Wood rot repairs, crown moldings &
custom trim, interior & exterior painting, and handyman services. 20+
years experience. Licensed/Insured. www.KnickerbockerDecorators.
com. 703-971-2669. 7/13
CAT CARE: Cats, Cats -- just cats (and small mammals). Available
24/7/365. Purrs & Meows Pet Care 703-859-6001 or 571-237-5813. 2/14
CHILD CARE NETWORK OF KINGSTOWNE/FRANCONIA: Is a nonprofit association of licensed providers within the CCNKF. Go to
www.CCNKF.com or call Libby Keenan at 703-971-1889. 12/13
CLIMATROL HEATING & COOLING CORP: 703-981-6664, www.
climatrolhvac.com. Only $59.95 for heating and cooling system
inspections or diagnostic service fee. 10% Discount on repairs with
this ad. FREE second opinion on heat exchangers and compressors.
Honesty and integrity. Licensed and Insured. Better Business Bureau
accredited business. 4/13
CLOCK REPAIR: When was the last time your clock was cleaned
and oiled? Free estimate, pickup, and delivery. One year
guarantee. Steve 703-371-6557. 4/13
DECKS AND FENCES: Make your deck like new. We provide quality
repairs, cleaning and staining of decks and fences. Beautiful work.
Licensed and insured. 703/859-4328. 3/13
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DOG WALKING/PET SITTING: • BONDED & INSURED • FREE
CONSULTATION! Walking Paws Exceptional Pet Care @ 703-4340910 or www.walkingpaws.net . Be more productive at work and
relaxed on vacations. Our pet sitting software supports a busy and
changing schedule. 3/13
DOG WALKING/PET SITTING: Claws & Paws Luv N Kare, daily,
vacation, emergency, midday walks, house-sitting Bonded, Insured,
Licensed, References, Member Pet Sitters International, 703-9150006, Waynes_Claws_N_Paws @yahoo.com. (1/13-12/13)
DOG WALKING/PET SITTING: Our 25th year (www.extrahourspetcare.
com) -- 571-237-5813 ([email protected]). Puppies,
Seniors, Special Needs and All Family Pets. Personalized,
professional, fun! 2/14
DOGGY WALKS/PET CARE: Professional Care since 1998. Bonded/
Insured. Becky’s Pet Care: Quality service from a trusted friend.
$20 off first service. Code: BEULAH20. www.BeckysPetCare.com,
703-822-0933. 4/13
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Accepting New Patients and Most Insurance Plans!
Call 571-384-6304 to schedule an appointment today!
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ELECTRICAL SERVICES: Since 1960. Having electrical problems? Want
to do some home improvements? I have 50 years’ experience and
reasonable rates. Call Everett at 703-921-5002. 2/13
ELECTRICIAN: Local, Licensed, Insured Master Electrician. Affordable
rates, 11+ years experience. See www.codymaloneservices.net or
call 703-409-0232. 3/13
ERRANDS AND MORE: Our 10th year (www.extrahours.com) -- 703859-4889. Giving you back your free time. Please give us a call.
Let us help! 2/14
FENCES & DECKS: Quality craftsmanship for 30+ yrs. wood fences
and decks built, repaired, cleaning, sealing & deck renovation. Cell
(703) 338-1908 & (703) 941-5006 (O) msg. E-mail thomasamalcolm@
hotmail.com 2/13
FIREWOOD FOR SALE: $215 Full cord; $150 Half cord; $80 Quarter
cord. Free Delivery while supplies last. Call Tim at 571-730-8691. 2/13
GENERAL CONTRACTING: L.R. Bennett Inc. Licensed and Insured
Class-A Contractor • Plumbing • Heating • Cooling • Kitchens •
Baths • Additions. Randy Bennett, President and CEO. For service
call 703-765-3543. Fax 703-765-7352. 2/13
GREAT AGENTS WANTED—WILL TRAIN. Tom & Cindy and Associates
at Long & Foster, consistently ranked in the top 100 in the nation by
The Wall Street Journal is looking for a few talented people to join our
team. We are looking for very friendly, hard-working, professional,
ethical people that are highly coachable. We want likeable people
that can create quick loyalty with customers. Our agents typically
earn at least $100,000 a year or more. If you are a team player and
want to see if we are a match, email a resume and cover letter to
[email protected]. Experience is not mandatory, but you will
have to have or be getting your real estate license. 2/13
HELP WANTED–DOG WALKER/PET SITTER: Alexandria, Springfield,
Lorton, Fairfax Station Areas. Hours 11 A.M. - 3 P.M.; Monday-Friday.
Morning, evening & weekend work also available for an autonomous
person who LOVES ANIMALS and outdoors. Contact: SHANNON@
WALKINGPAWS.NET 3/13
HOUSE CLEANING: Reliable and experienced, good references. Flexible
scheduling. Reasonable rates. We bring our own equipment. Weekly,
Biweekly, Monthly, Occasionally, One-Time, Move In/Out, Offices.
For Free in-home estimate, Call Maryen/Raul at 703-321-5335. 6/13
HOUSE CLEANING BY HUSBAND & WIFE TEAM: Experienced and
Owner-Operated. References Available. FREE Estimates. $25 OFF
first cleaning for new customers. Bonded & Insured. Call Billy for
free consultation, 703-232-9036. 12/13
JAZZERCISE CLASSES! ONE WEEK FREE! Weekday Mornings (w/
childcare) & Weekends at Springfield American Legion located at
6520 Amherst Ave, 22150. Tuesday & Thursday evenings at Tucker
Elem. School in Cameron Station. Call Mary, 703-550-9867, or email
[email protected]. 12/13
See Classified Ads, cont. on page 18
GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS?
Repairing All Makes of Garage Doors & Electric Openers
AcademyDoor.com
703-266-0067
GARAGE DOORS & ELECTRIC OPERATORS • SALES & SERVICE
OB-Gyn Associates
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Aditi Agarwal, M.D. • Tina T. Pham, M.D.
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Classified Ads
LANDSCAPING: SEASONAL CLEAN-UPS & MORE! Limited slots
available. Master Gardener 30+ year’s tree work, planting, pruning,
mulching, walkways & patios. Cell 703-338-1908, Office 703-941-5006
& E-mail [email protected] . 2/13
LAWN CARE SERVICE: Mowing, fertilization, weed control, pruning,
weeding, mulch. Call Kingstowne Lawn & Landscape, 703-339-8706,
for FREE maintenance estimate. Visit www.kingstownelawn.com for
more information. 2/13
MAJOR APPLIANCE REPAIR: Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers, Ranges,
Ovens, Icemakers, Refrigerators, Disposals, Microwaves. Honest
Work, Factory Trained, Friendly Service, 37 Years Experience. Call
Phil at 703-660-9703. (1/13-3/13)
PAINTING: Interior/exterior, carpentry, drywall repair, power washing,
staining, sealing, gutter cleaning. Licensed and insured. Call
Kingstowne Painting, 703-339-8706, for FREE in-home consultation.
Visit www.kingstownepaint.com. 2/13
PAINTING: Interior/Exterior painting, custom trim work, wood rot
repairs, and handyman work. 20+ years experience. Licensed/Insured.
Knickerbocker Decorators, Inc. www.KnickerbockerDecorators.com.
703-971-2669. 7/13
PET SITTING/ DOG WALKING:
• BONDED & INSURED • FREE
CONSULTATION! Walking Paws
Exceptional Pet Care @ 703-4340910 or www.walkingpaws.net. We
offer a wide range of affordable and
reliable services that cater to your
busy and changing schedule. 3/13
PLUMBING: Dawson’s Plumbing.
All types of repairs. Repair or
replace all types of faucets and
toilets, water heaters, garbage
disposals; electric drain cleaning.
Licensed gas contractor-run gas
lines for appliances and gas logs.
First service call, $10 OFF. Call
Warren Dawson at 703-354-9358.
Licensed, bonded, insured. Master
Plumber. 9/13
PLUMBING: L.R. Bennett Inc. Licensed
and Insured Class-A Contractor
• Plumbing • Heating • Cooling
• Kitchens • Baths • Additions.
Randy Bennett, President and
CEO. For service call 703-765-3543.
Fax 703-765-7352. 2/13
TREE SERVICE 30+ yrs: Help protect
your trees from severe storms
damage with preventative
elevation, thinning & shaping.
Storm damage/ removal. 703338-1908 (C) 703-941-5006 (O)
[email protected]
2/13
TREE SERVICE / SNOW REMOVAL:
All phases of tree work. Including
Pruning, Trimming, Thinning,
Dead-Wooding, and Complete
Removals. Mulching, weeding,
and edging of beds. Also New
Plantings, Yard Spruce-ups, Stump
Grinding, and Storm Damage
Work. Free Estimates, Reasonable
Rates. “Winter Discounts.” Winsor
Tree Service: TreeTech351@
yahoo.com 703-346-7034. 12/13
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