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NATURAL AREA INSPECTIONS
Reston Association’s environmental staff will be walking the property lines and natural areas, inspecting for hazardous trees, invasive exotic plants and yard debris or waste and other materials dumped on the Reston Association common property. Every year, RA conducts these inspections to ensure the health of the ecosystem and wildlife habitats. We appreciate your help and your cooperation in following the RA guidelines for proper disposal of your yard debris. Staff is happy to speak with you about proper disposal methods and you can learn more through educational materials and frequently asked questions available on our website. These inspections will continue through mid-March 2011.

MEMBER MIXERS
Lake Anne Tall Oaks District
Thursday, March 17, 7 p.m.
Reston Association, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive
RSVP: Ha Brock, 703-435-7986 or via e-mail @habrock@reston.org

This year, Reston Association’s Community District meetings provide up to 30 members, selected at random, the opportunity to have dinner and a conversation with the Board of Directors’ district representative and Reston Association senior staff. You will have the chance to have your questions answered and share your ideas for Reston’s future. The first district member mixer will be Lake Anne/Tall Oaks and invitation letters will go out this week. So, should you receive the invitation, please make plans to attend.

NEWCOMERS’ NIGHT
Thursday, March 31, 2011, 7-9 p.m.
Reston Association Conference Center, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, Va. 20191

Learn what living in Reston has to offer. Whether you just moved to Reston or you have been here for some time, this is an opportunity to find out about the amenities, services and programs that are available to you through the Reston Association. Meet members of the RA Board and staff and find out about volunteer opportunities. Enjoy light refreshments and win a door prize just for coming. RSVP to Ha Brock, community outreach specialist II at 703 435-7986 or e-mail to habrock@reston.org
ANNUAL MEMBERS’ MEETING
Tuesday, April 12, 2011, 7-9 p.m.
Reston Association Conference Center, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive,?Reston, Va. 20191

Please RSVP by April 4, 2011 annualmeeting@reston.org or 703-435-6539
You are invited to attend the 2011 Annual Meeting of members. Hear the results of the Board of Directors’ election and learn about the services and projects underway that add more value to your membership. Come meet your neighbors. Light refreshments will be served.

FREE WOOD CHIPS
You can pick up free wood chips at Reston Association’s Central Services Facility, 12250 Sunset Hills Road, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The chips are also available during daylight hours at Autumnwood Pool and Glade Pool parking lots. The supply is currently unlimited.

WANT A GREAT SUMMER JOB?
SPECIAL EVENTS ASSISTANT POSITION
Dates: Mid-May to Mid-August
Assist in the planning, implementing and evaluating of a variety of events and programs throughout the Reston community, including day trips outside the area. Applicants must be at least 18 years old with a good driving record. Please visit our online careers page at http://careers.reston.org/ to see the job description and apply online.
RESTON ASSOCIATION AQUATICS DEPARTMENT IS NOW HIRING
The Reston Association Aquatics Department is seeking the following for the 2011 pool season:

• Lifeguards
• Water safety instructors
• Lifeguard instructors
• Water aerobics instructors

In addition, there are great seasonal opportunities for students working towards a Parks and Recreation degree who want to gain related experience.

Please visit our online careers page at http://careers.reston.org/ to see job descriptions and apply.

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

RA CAMPS HIRING CONTINUES
Reston Association Camps is looking for fun, energetic people to work at our camps for the 2011 season. Senior counselors must be at least 18 years old with two summers of camp counselor experience or the equivalent. Counselors must be at least 16 years old. Full-time and part-time positions are available.

Please visit our online careers page at http://careers.reston.org/ to see job descriptions as well as required training. Apply starting March 1. If you have questions about required certifications for the positions, please call Barb at 703-435-6567 or e-mail campadmin@reston.org.

ENVIRONMENTAL FILM NIGHT: The End of Suburbia
Friday, March 11, 2011
7 – 9 p.m.
Location: Walker Nature Education Center – 11450 Glade Drive
Reservations required by March 8, 2011
$5 suggested donation.
For adults.
For reservations, please call (703) 476-9689 or e-mail naturecenter@reston.org.

The End of Suburbia: Oil Depletion and the Collapse of The American Dream is an award-winning documentary that examines the history and wisdom of distinctly American, suburban life. A post-World War II concept, suburbia attracted droves of people, giving rise to sprawl and all that comes with it — good and bad. How has the environment been affected by this lifestyle, and is it sustainable? Director Gregory Greene dares to ask all the tough questions in this thought-provoking film. After the film, participate in a discussion about how the film relates to life in Reston in 2011 and beyond. Brought to you in partnership with Sustainable Reston, a committee of the Fairfax Coalition for Smarter Growth.

MARCH BIRD WALK: SNAKEDEN STREAM VALLEY
Sunday, March 13, 2011
7:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: 11450 Glade Drive. Park at the nature center. We will walk down to the Snakeden Stream valley and head upstream to the west.
Leader: Gavin Small
No reservations required. Free.

Beginning and expert birders are all welcome. This walk is jointly sponsored by Reston Association and its Environmental Advisory Committee, the Audubon Society of Northern Virginia and The Bird Feeder store.

SENIOR SOCIAL
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
1:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Reston Community Center at Hunters Woods, 2310 Colts Neck Road
Free for ages 55 years and older.
Plan your social calendar while you learn about upcoming senior adult trips, classes, and events that are facilitated by Reston Community Center and Reston Association. Enjoy a sampling of treats while meeting new people and catching up with friends. Door prizes will be awarded during the event. This event is co-sponsored by Reston Community Center and Reston Association. Contact Ashleigh@reston.org or call 703-435-6530 for information.

SPRING CELEBRATION
Sunday, March 20, 2011
2 – 3 p.m.
Location: Walker Nature Education Center – 11450 Glade Drive
Reservations required by March 17, 2011
$5/child RA members, $8/child non-members
For ages 3 – 5 years (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
For reservations, please call (703) 476-9689 or e-mail naturecenter@reston.org.

Welcome the first day of spring with a special celebration. Take a walk to look for signs of the changing season. Make a spring wreath for your home. Decorate a cupcake and eat it, too.

SENIOR MOVIE DAY
March 23, 2011, featuring, “You Again”
April 27, 2011, featuring, “Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps”
Doors open at 9:15 a.m., show time is 10 a.m.
Location: Reston Town Center Theater.
Free for ages 55 and older.
The Reston Association, in cooperation with Reston Town Center theater, presents “Meet Me at the Movies.” Join us on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Refreshments are provided and door prizes are distributed prior to the movie. Movie titles are posted at www.reston.org or contact Ashleigh@reston.org or 703-435-6577.

AMERICAN RED CROSS CLASS REGISTRATION
Monday, April 4, 2011
8:30 a.m.
Classes include:

• Lifeguard training (32-hour class for people seeking initial certification)
• Lifeguard training review (16-hour class to recertify lifeguards)
• CPR/AED for lifeguards (5-hour class to recertify lifeguards)

More information available online at www.reston.org or at our Member Services desk, Reston Association, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive.
For questions regarding certification classes please e-mail aquaticsinfo@reston.org.

8th ANNUAL NATURE HOUSE 5K FUND RUN
Saturday, April 30, 2011.
8 a.m.
Location: Walker Nature Education Center, 11450 Glade Drive, Reston.
Online registration closing date: April 28, 2011 at 11:59 p.m.

Join us for the 8th Annual Nature House 5K Fund Run/Walk. Pre-register or register the morning of the event beginning at 7 a.m. Enjoy our new and amazing Nature House facility, and the place for environmental education in and around Reston.

SPRING FESTIVAL
Saturday, April 30, 2011
1 – 5 p.m.
Walker Nature Education Center, 11450 Glade Drive

Participating groups, reserve your table today. E-mail naturecenter@reston.org for more information. Table space is free for non-profits, $25 for businesses. The festival will feature hands-on activities and entertainment for all ages, including live animals, craft making for kids, displays and information from environmental groups as well as fishing and canoe/kayak rentals on Lake Audubon.

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 season.

DESIGN REVIEW BOARD VACANCIES
There are three vacancies on the Design Review Board. Two design professionals (architect, land planner or landscape architect); and one Lay Member are needed to serve three-year terms. The DRB interprets, administers and renders decisions involving the design covenants in accordance with the Design Guidelines.

In addition, there is one vacancy on the Covenants Committee. One member from the Lake Anne/Tall Oaks District is needed to serve a three-year term on the Covenants Committee. This committee is responsible for administering the Use and Maintenance of Property Covenants and considers/determines cases concerning these areas.

If you are interested in applying to be a member of the Design Review Board or the Covenants Committee, please forward a brief statement of interest and any pertinent qualifications by March 11, 2010, by fax (703) 435-9481, email cate@reston.org or mail to Reston Association, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston VA 20191 ATTN: Cate Fulkerson.

If you have a Facebook account, please visit our new Volunteer Reston Facebook Page and “Like” us. Check out our photo albums to see our volunteers in action and find out how your neighbors and friends are getting involved. Receive up-to-date volunteer opportunities in Reston for all ages. www.facebook.com/VolunteerReston

INVASIVE EXOTICS TRAINING WORKSHOP
Saturday, March 12
10 a.m. – Noon
Location: Nature House – 11450 Glade Drive
For more information or to RSVP please contact Patricia Greenberg, RA environmental resource supervisor, at 703-435-6552 or email patricia@reston.org

Please join RA environmental resource staff in a special training workshop and learn how to identify common invasive exotic species. RA is providing this workshop for those individuals interested in volunteering to support neighborhoods with invasive exotic plant removal on their common areas. Your time spent helping individuals learn the importance of removing invasive exotic plants will be greatly appreciated.

WEED WARRIORS PROJECTS
Our native trees, ferns and wildflowers are under attack by invasive exotic plants like English Ivy, Japanese Honeysuckle and Bamboo. That is why we need warriors like you to join us in rescuing Reston’s beautiful parkland from these aggressive plants. These fast-growing, invasive plants escape from people’s yards and seriously threaten local ecosystems, taking away vital food and habitat from already stressed wildlife populations. Please, spend a couple hours in our parkland protecting our forests every fourth Saturday of each month as we help restore Reston’s forests to their natural state.

All projects:
Time 10 a.m. – Noon
Must be age 13 or older to volunteer.
To volunteer, contact Ha Brock, RA community outreach specialist at habrock@reston.org or by phone at 703-435-7986.

Please wear long sleeves and long pants if you are allergic to poison ivy. RA will provide tools, gloves, snacks and water.

WAINWRIGHT RESTORATION
March 26, 2011

Come save the trees at the Wainwright Drive natural area. Weed Warriors in the past had a great fight at this weedy battleground and we shall have another successful battle in 2011. English Ivy is rampant in this natural area but if you prefer removing Burning Bush and other aggressive invasive shrubs, there is plenty to go around. Join us and help create a more healthy wildlife habitat. Meet on Wainwright Drive near the recreational field, look for the RA truck.

23rd ANNUAL POTOMAC RIVER WATERSHED CLEANUP
Saturday, April 9
Deadline to register: April 1
Hours: 9 a.m. – Noon
For all ages?To volunteer, contact Ha Brock, RA community outreach specialist at habrock@reston.org or by phone at 703-435-7986.

Join thousands of volunteers in a multi-state effort as we do our part in cleaning up the Potomac Watershed. RA is hosting several sites along Snakeden Branch, Colvin Run and the Glade, all tributaries to the Potomac River. Come learn about our watersheds and see what interesting artifacts end up in our streams.

Cleanup locations:
Snakeden Branch – Upper – meet at Hunters Woods Village Center
Snakeden Branch – Middle – meet at Soapstone Road
Nature House – meet at the pavilion
Colvin Run – meet at Tall Oaks Pool
Stevenage Road – meet at Reston North Park?

Please wear sturdy shoes or boots. If you have a favorite pair of work gloves, please bring them. However, we will provide work gloves and trash bags. Join us at the Walker Nature Education Center afterwards for a pizza lunch. Let’s do our part. It is amazing what a group of people can accomplish in a few hours.

KIDS’ TROUT-FISHING DAY
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Volunteer hours: 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.?
Location: Snakeden Branch stream between Soapstone Drive and Lake Audubon.

RA is hosting a Reston Kids’ Trout-Fishing Day in partnership with Northern Virginia Trout Unlimited, Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries and Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc. Snakeden Branch will be stocked with over 200 trout. Volunteers are needed to help kids learn how to fish and to help filet the fish caught. Volunteers ages 16 and over must have a Virginia State Fishing License, available online at www.dgif.state.va.us. Adults are not permitted to fish during kid’s fishing time. To volunteer for this fun event contact Ha Brock, community outreach specialist II at 703-435-7986 or e-mail to habrock@reston.org

PROTECT THE STREAM RESTORATION – Remove invasive plants in our newly restored stream
Saturday, April 23
Garlic Mustard has quickly spread along this beautiful stream. We need you to join RA staff as a Weed Warrior to help remove this easy to identify and easy to pull plant. We will meet at Colts Neck Tennis Courts and walk down the natural trail along the stream.

RESTON MUSEUM
Owned and operated by Reston Historic Trust
1639 Washington Plaza, Reston, Va., at historic Lake Anne Plaza
703-709-7700

www.restonmuseum.org

Permanent Exhibit: “From New Town to Our Town.” Get the whole Reston story through this comprehensive exhibit of the beginnings and development of this award-winning community. Enjoy a live history tour of the exhibit, presented by docents every Saturday at noon. Museum guidebooks are available.

COMMEMORATIVE BRICKS NOW AVAILABLE
Order deadline: Wednesday, March 2 for April 2011 installation.
Cost: $100 for standard-size, three-line brick; $250 for large, six-line brick
restonmuseum@gmail.com.
Buy an engraved commemorative brick to be installed in the historic heart of Reston – Lake Anne Plaza. It is a perfect way to celebrate and recognize family, friends and organizations. Brick purchases are also available online at www.restonmuseum.org.

FAIRFAX CONNECTOR BUS PROGRAM
Saturday, March 19
1:30 p.m.
Reston Museum
703-709-7700; restonmuseum@gmail.com
Fairfax Department of Transportation brings its “How to Ride the Bus” program to Reston Museum. Board a special training bus to learn first hand how the system works. Hear stories from riders and “busmeisters” of earlier commuter days and internal bus systems in Reston.

Reston Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, Noon – 5 p.m.
Except where noted, all events are free.
Membership and donations to Reston Historic Trust are tax deductible.

RESTON TOWN CENTER
11900 Market Street, Reston, Va., 20190
www.restontowncenter.com 703-689-4699
Ice Skating Pavilion open – November-March
Public skating and skate rentals daily, including holidays. Also available: private lessons, birthday parties, and reservations for private and corporate parties. Information, rates and schedules at 703-709-6300 or visit restontowncenter.com.

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TOLL ROAD WEEKEND RAMP CLOSURES
Virginia Hot Lanes announces weekend ramp closures on Dulles Toll Road eastbound to I-495.
Read the full release.

Overview of Schedule
Saturday, Jan. 22, 2011 7 a.m.- Noon
Dulles Toll Road east to I-495 south

Sunday, Jan. 23, 2011, 7 a.m. -Noon
Dulles Toll Road east to I-495 north

RESTON ASSOCIATION 2011 ASSESSMENT
The Reston Association 2011 Annual Assessment is now in the homes of property owners who are members of the Reston Association. The 2011 rate is $540.

RESTON ASSOCIATION PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLING COMMITTEE MEETING CHANGE
The Pedestrian & Bicycling Advisory Committee will meet on Wednesday, Jan.26, 2011 at 7 p.m. in Conference Room C at the RA headquarters facility, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston.  This meeting is rescheduled from Jan. 18, 2011.  Contact Brian Murphy, 703-435-6550 or via e-mail at brian@reston.org

NATURAL AREA INSPECTIONS
Reston Association’s environmental staff will be walking the property lines and natural areas, inspecting for hazardous trees, invasive exotic plants and yard debris or waste and other materials dumped on the Reston Association common property. Every year, RA conducts these inspections to ensure the health of the ecosystem and wildlife habitats. We appreciate your help and your cooperation in following the RA guidelines for proper disposal of your yard debris. Staff is happy to speak with you about proper disposal methods and you can learn more through educational materials and frequently asked questions available in the Nature section of our website. These inspections will continue through mid-March 2011.

ABANDONED BOATS
Reston Association is currently looking for the owners of the following boats found on Reston lakes:
Lake Thoreau- A green, plastic, canoe. (Make and model unknown) found on Purple Beech Drive.
Lake Newport- A red, “Victory” kayak found at RA dock.

For questions or to claim your boat, please call Brian Petty at Reston Association 703-435-6535.

WANT A GREAT SUMMER JOB?
SPECIAL EVENTS ASSISTANT POSITION
Dates: Mid-May to Mid-August
Assist in the planning, implementing and evaluating of a variety of events and programs throughout the Reston community, including day trips outside the area. Applicants must be at least 18 years old with a good driving record. This job will be open for applicants to apply online beginning  Feb. 1, 2011 under Inside RA at www.reston.org.

RESTON ASSOCIATION AQUATICS DEPARTMENT HIRING BEGINS FEB. 1, 2011
The Reston Association Aquatics Department is seeking American Red Cross certified lifeguards, Water Safety Instructors (WSI) and Lifeguard Instructors (LGI) for the 2011 pool season.

In addition, there are great seasonal opportunities for students working towards a Parks and Recreation degree who want to gain related experience.

Please visit our online careers page at http://careers.reston.org/ to see job descriptions and apply – starting February 1.

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

RESTON ASSOCIATION CAMP REGISTRATION BEGINS
Reston Association members: Monday, Jan. 31, 2011
Non-members: Monday, Feb. 7, 2011
8:30 a.m.
Mark your calendars to sign up for the best summer camp experience ever. Sign your child or children up for Reston Association Summer Camps, beginning Jan. 31, 2011 for members and Feb. 7, 2011 for non-members.

For a full list of camp descriptions, click here to review the camp descriptions and get full registration details.

Once registration opens, you can sign up online. www.reston.org. Following these tips can ensure a successful registration.

• Make sure your profile information on our site is updated with your current contact information.
• A deposit is required at the time of registration to hold your spot.
• Transportation or extended care options must be paid in full.

You can also register in person: 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston.
For more information, contact campadmin@reston.org or call 703 435-6530.

RA Camp sessions fill up fast, so we do have waiting lists and will notify you when a space becomes available.

Friendship and fun for over 35 years!

WACKY WEATHER
Monday, Jan. 31, 2011
7 – 8 p.m.
Location:  Walker Nature Education Center – 11450 Glade Drive
Reservations required by Jan. 27, 2011.
$5/child RA members, $8/child Non-members
For ages 5 – 12. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
For reservations, please call (703) 476-9689 or e-mail naturecenter@reston.org.

If you’re interested in weather, then come to our lab for a winter weather extravaganza.  Get messy and make it snow indoors, and cool down with some ice experiments.  Make a snow stick or rain gauge to keep track of the wet stuff falling from the sky.  Will there be any snow days in your future?  Build a barometer and get a jump on the weather to come.  Help us bring weather indoors.

LEARNING TO LIVE WITH COYOTES
Friday, Feb. 4, 2011
7 – 8 p.m.
Location:  Walker Nature Education Center – 11450 Glade Drive
Reservations required by Feb. 2, 2011.
$5/person RA members, $8/person Non-members
For adults, 16 years and older
For reservations, please call (703) 476-9689 or e-mail naturecenter@reston.org.

Want to know more about coyotes and how they may impact Reston?  Spend an evening learning about coyotes in the Washington, D.C. area with Shannon Pederson of the Wildlife Society.  Ms. Pederson has studied coyotes and written about living with coyotes in the metropolitan area.  Get all your questions answered by an expert.

ANIMALS IN LOVE
Monday, Feb. 7, 2011
10 – 11 a.m.
Location:  Walker Nature Education Center – 11450 Glade Drive
Reservations required by Feb. 2, 2011
$5/child RA members, $8/child Non-members
For ages 18 – 35 months. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
For reservations, please call (703) 476-9689 or e-mail naturecenter@reston.org.

Love is in the air.  Even our animal friends are celebrating Valentine’s Day. Play an animal matching game, decorate a valentine for someone special and listen to a story about animal love.

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 season.

MONITOR BOX TURTLES
Box turtle populations are declining and the Virginia Herpetological Society is asking anyone who sees one of these turtles
to share details of  the sighting in an online form.

This is a quick, easy way to help the society collect and monitor the box turtle population.   On the Virginia Herpetological Society website, just scroll down on the left to “Box Turtle Reporting” and fill out the form. It’s quick and easy and will help monitor box turtle populations.Input from citizen scientists is important for providing data to make natural resource decisions. Remember not to take the Box Turtle home with you because their population in the wild is in decline.

RESTON REGIONAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
SPYCRAFT – The Secret History of the CIA’s Spy techs from Communism to Al-Qaeda
Reston Regional Library
Tuesday Jan. 25, 2 p.m.
For reservations, please call 703-689-2700 (press 4)
Meet author Robert Wallace, former Director of CIA’s Office of Technical Services (CIA’s Q).

RESTON TOWN CENTER
11900 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190
www.restontowncenter.com 703-689-4699

INOVA BLOOD DRIVE
Tuesday Jan. 25, 2011  Noon- 7:30 p.m.
Beside the Pavilion at Reston Town Center
Schedule appointments at 1.866.256.6372 or www.inova.org/donateblood.
Onsite registration is available.

ICE SKATING PAVILION OPEN

Public skating and skate rentals daily, including holidays. Also available: private lessons, birthday parties, and reservations for private and corporate parties. Information, rates and schedules at 703-709-6300 or visit www.restontowncenter.com.

RESTON MUSEUM EVENTS

WATERSHED WALK
Saturday, Feb.12, 2011, 1:30 p.m.
Reston Museum & Shop
Owned and operated by Reston Historic Trust
1639 Washington Plaza, Lake Anne Village Center
Contact: RestonMuseum@gmail.com  703-709-7700

Meet at Reston Museum for a walk to see the progress on the stream restoration work in the Colvin Run Watershed, where work is well underway in the Forest Edge and Ring Road areas, along the stream leading into Lake Fairfax. Carpool from Reston Museum to the Uplands Tennis Court parking lot to begin the walk, heading toward the Buttermilk Creek Nature Trail. www.restonmuseum.org

Reston Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, Noon- 5 p.m.
Admission is free. Except where noted, all events are free.
Membership and donations to Reston Historic Trust are TAX DEDUCTIBLE. Your support is priceless. Membership with Reston Historic Trust includes the book “Reston, Virginia – A New Town”, an informative guide to Reston history. Additional copies ($15 each) and memberships ($15 & up) can be purchased at the Reston Museum Shop, in person or online at www.restonmuseum.org