We look forward to servicing the Reston and surrounding areas!

Sincerely,

Dr. Dal

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Dalbir S. Bedi, DC
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[e] DrDal@CardeaWellness.com

By: Dr. Dalbir Bedi

300+ business men and women went on an in-depth view to see what is HOT in Northern Virginia’s commercial real estate market for 2011. This year’s theme was influenced by the importance and power of social media — welcome to Spacebook!

Produced By: Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce
Presented By: Veatch Commercial Real Estate and Grubb & Ellis
Platinum Sponsors: Beacon Capital Partners, Boston Properties, Comcast Business Class, Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, First Potomac Realty Trust, and Tamares Real Estate / Atlantic Realty Companies

Core Values
At its July meeting, the Board of Directors approved Reston Association’s Core Values. They are:
Service, Collaboration, Stewardship, Innovation and Leadership.
You can read the full text online.

EPA Recognizes Shoreline Management
Reston’s shoreline management efforts have recently been featured on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website highlighting community initiatives for encouraging more environmentally friendly techniques.

Aging In Reston: A Community Forum for the Hunter Mill District
Oct. 9, 2010, 1-5 p.m.
Reston Community Center – Hunters Woods
By 2020, approximately 363,000 residents over the age of 50 will live in Fairfax County. As a result, many people are planning how they can retire gracefully and comfortably in the community they love. Residents are invited to participate in this education session about needs and services for older adults in Reston and surrounding areas, and how they can create an aging-in-place community model that best serves their needs. Learn about available services, programs and options to consider for the future. Keynote speaker is Robert E. Simon Jr., founder of Reston. He will talk about his original village concept that includes housing for everyone.

Take the survey to gauge the aging-in-place concerns of residents. Your responses will be used to shape the agenda for the October forum. For more details: www.aginginreston.org. Sponsored by the office of Supervisor Cathy Hudgins.

Butterfly and Dragonfly Counts Successful
On July 17, volunteers searched wetland sites in Reston for dragonflies. Over 16 species and 450 dragonflies were counted.
On July 3, 21 volunteers counted 274 butterflies and identified 21 species. The counting parties visited locations around Reston.
The results are being submitted to the North American Butterfly Association’s 36th Annual 4th of July Count for their scientific report.
A copy will be available in the Nature House library once published.
These annual counts help Reston environmental staff understand how well the wildlife is thriving in Reston. Read more in the upcoming issue of Branching Out. Thank you to everyone who helped make these events successful.

HIRING CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS for the Reston Association Aquatics Department
The Reston Association Aquatics Department is still looking for instructors for our seasonal pools. American
Red Cross certified Water Safety and Lifeguard Instructors can apply at http://careers.reston.org/.

If you have questions about required certifications for the positions, please call Willa at (703) 435-6532 or e-mail aquaticsinfo@reston.org.

Tennis Lessons are in full swing for all ages. Register online today.
Follow Reston tennis on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/RestonTennisNews

Reston Team Tennis Underway
This is a fun, competitive league that plays Wednesday and Thursday evenings through October.
Contact: Mary Conaway (703) 435-6534.

Cool Off in a Reston Pool
What happens to your class or plans at the pool if the weather turns bad? Here’s the answer. Check out the 2010 Pool Schedule at www.reston.org, in Reston magazine or pick up a copy at any local pool. If you have questions about the pools, contact aquaticsinfo@reston.org. Pool and Tennis passes available online or in the main office. If you live outside Reston Association or if you work in Reston, there’s a pool pass for you, too. Call member services at 703-435-6530 for details.

Totally Trucks
Friday, Aug. 13, 2010
All ages welcome
Times: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. and again from 11 a.m. – Noon
Location: Reston Association’s Central Services Facility, 12250 Sunset Hills Road

Bring the kids and check out all the big trucks that Reston Association uses. In addition, we may have a police and fire truck on display. The first 250 children in each session will receive a truck coloring book and construction helmet. Rain or shine. No registration required. FREE
Contact Ashleigh@reston.org or call 703-435-6577 for more information.

Night Hike
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
8–9 p.m.
Location: Walker Nature Education Center, 11450 Glade Drive
Reservations required by August 6, 2010
$4/person RA members, $6/person Non-members
For all ages
For reservations, please call (703) 476-9689 or e-mail naturalist@reston.org.

Test your night vision and explore the forest at night. Which animals are finding a place to sleep and which are just waking up? Listen to the sounds of the night chorus and tune your senses into a new kind of nightlife!

Tree-rific!
Saturday, August 21, 2010
11 a.m.–Noon
Location: Walker Nature Education Center, 11450 Glade Drive
Reservations required by August 18, 2010
$5/person RA members, $8/person Non-members
For all ages
For reservations, please call (703) 476-9689 or e-mail enviroed@reston.org.

Trees provide shade in the summer as well as homes and food for animals. Use a key to identify some of Reston’s most common trees. Make leaf and bark rubbings and learn to identify trees from many angles. Taste some tree treats, create a tree craft and get a list of recommended Reston trees.

Campfire Fun
Friday, August 27, 2010
7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: WNEC Campfire Ring – On Soapstone Drive, between Glade Drive and Lawyers Road
Reservations required by August 24, 2010.
$5/person RA members, $8/person Non-members
All ages
For reservations, please call (703) 476-9689 or e-mail naturalist@reston.org.

Join a naturalist around the campfire while we enjoy summer’s evening splendors as the season slips away. Songs, games, riddles and tasty s’mores treats await you around a crackling fire.

Reston Association plans 85+ Special Events each year. Check out what activities are available for you and your family at www.reston.org or click HERE and join us for some fun this summer.

Call for Committee Volunteers
Reston Association Board of Directors seeks applicants to fill vacancies on its Communications, Fiscal and Elections Committees:
For full descriptions of each committee, click on its name:
Communications Advisory Committee Description
Elections Committee Description
Fiscal Committee Description
If you are interested in applying to be a member of one of these Committees, please forward a brief statement of interest and any pertinent qualifications by October 7, 2010, by fax (703) 435-6516, e-mail cate@reston.org or mail to Reston Association, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20190 ATTN: Board Committee Application.

Reston Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday, May through October
8 a.m. – Noon
Location: Lake Anne Plaza
The Reston Farmers’ Market has returned for the 2010 season, with two new vendors: The Ole Pioneer’s Kitchen and 100 Bowls of Soup. Check out this year’s spread and support sustainability in our community. Visit www.restonfarmersmarket.com to find out what your favorite vendors will be selling this weekend.

Mr. Knick Knack! Children’s Performance
Free event, every Monday through October, 10:30 a.m. at the Reston Town Center Pavilion
Unique, heart-centered music for kids.

Family Fun Series: Presented by Reston Community Center and MSE Entertainment

• Mark Lohr’s Classic Comedy Show
  Saturday, August 7, 11–11:45 a.m. at the Reston Town Square Park
  Enjoy a fast-paced, side-splitting family vaudeville show filled with audience participation and circus skills with a sprinkling of magic thrown in the mix. One continuous surprise after another makes for a fun time for the whole family. Free.

Reston Concerts on the Town Series: Presented by Reston Town Center Association and Reston Town Center

• Big Joe & the Dynaflows
  Saturday, August 7, 7:30–10 p.m. at the Reston Town Center Pavilion
  Bring your lawn chairs or picnic blankets, and enjoy the sounds of New Orleans swing and rhythm & blues.

Please note: These events are free and will occur rain or shine. Concert Hotline: (703) 912-4062

ArtsCapade 2010
Saturday, Oct. 23 & Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010
Location: Dulles Expo Center

Sponsored by the League of Reston Artists, this eclectic event offers a juried festival, activities and events for the whole family. LRA is seeking partnerships and businesses who want to participate and highlight business in this event bringing thousands of people and supporting a growing arts community for children and adults. For more information please contact Cheryl Parsons: artscapade.info@gmail.com or (703) 585-6206