Reston Association Community News for the week of Nov.21-28, 2009
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Nature House Grand Opening
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, 1-5 p.m.
Walker Nature Education Center
11450 Glade Drive, Reston Association
Free.
Guided tours of the long awaited educational “home” for nature programs. Event begins with ribbon cutting. Then stay for nature activities entertainment and refreshments.
Board Approves 2010-2011 budget
At the Nov. 19, 2009 meeting, the board of directors of the Reston Association approved the $13.4 million dollar budget and set the assessment rate at $515 for 2010. The board also approved a resolution that provides the opportunity to review and revise the second year of the biennial budget cycle. This will allow the board to address any administrative or policy initiatives that occur during the first year of the budget cycle. Reston Association operates on a two-year budget cycle.
Call for Volunteers: Pedestrian and Bicycling Advisory Committee
If you are interested in walking or biking in Reston, you may wish to volunteer for the Pedestrian & Bicycling Advisory Committee. It advises the Board of Directors on the sound development, management, and safe use of Reston’s pedestrian and bicycle systems as they relate to infrastructure improvements, accessibility, and promoting the benefits of these systems. Learn more.
If you are interested in applying to be a member of the committee, please forward a brief statement of interest and any pertinent qualifications by fax 703 – 435-9481, e-mail cate@reston.org or mail to Reston Association, 1930 Isaac Newton Square, Reston VA 20190 ATTN: Cate Fulkerson.
Employees’ Green Effort Saves Association Green
Jay Schmitz, Bernard Newman, Greg Ballinger and Rodney Bumbray helped an asphalt supplier develop and set up a recycling program that diverted asphalt away from a landfill. This saved Reston Association about $4,000. The four received both special employee recognition and green awards for their efforts.
Reston Association Wins Workplace Award
For the second year, the association was recognized for the workplace programs that place a premium on work/life balance and demonstrate a commitment to working families. Reston Association was one of 15 companies that received the 2009 Companies As Responsible Employers, or CARE Award, which is presented by Northern Virginia Family Service.
“The Heart & Soul of Reston” as told by Robert E. Simon, Jr.
Exclusive 30-minute documentary of Reston’s founder telling Reston’s history, highlighting the beauty of Lake Anne. Released on April 18, 2009, Reston Founder’s Day. Only $10 each, available at: Lake Anne Florist, Lakeside Pharmacy, Jasmine Café, Reston Art Gallery & Studios, Reston’s Used Book Shop, small change, Reston Museum.
(Editors Note: Proceeds cover production costs and in future will benefit the community with more free entertainment on the plaza. DVD production is by Fairfax Public Access and funded by Lake Anne merchants.)
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Reston Association in Holiday Parade
Friday, Nov. 27, 2009
Reston Town Center
Parade 11 a.m.
Tree lighting 6 p.m.
www.restontowncenter.org
Festivities begin at 7:30 a.m. with the Run with Alan Webb for kids from ages toddlers to teens. Join U.S. Olympian and Reston hero Alan Webb, who holds the U.S. mile record. After the parade, there are visits with Santa, horse drawn carriage rides and ice skating.
Open Air Bazaar
Lake Anne Village Center
Saturdays, May – December, 9 a.m.– 2 p.m.
Have fun shopping from outdoor vendors offering art, handcrafts, collectibles, and more at The Reston Market. Free live music and entertainment for children.
www.therestonmarket.com
Ice Skating
Nov.1, 2009- mid March 2010
Reston Town Center
Public skating and skate rentals daily. Also available: private lessons, birthday parties and reservations for private and corporate parties. For information, rates and schedules call 703.709.6300 or visit www.restontowncenter.com
GET INVOLVED
Stream Restoration Plant Save
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, 9 a.m.- Noon
Meeting at Soapstone Drive near the Wildflower Trail, which is across from the campfire ring, between Glade Drive and Lawyers Road.
For more information, please contact Nicki Foremsky, watershed supervisor, at Nicki@reston.org or 703-435-6560.
Plants can be saved from within the stream restoration area between Soapstone Road and Twin Branches Road, within the white flagged areas. Please bring gloves, shovels and bags to carry the plants out.
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.
For this event, contact: Ha Brock, RA volunteer specialist, via e-mail habrock@reston.org or call 703-435-7986.
Soapstone Fire Ring
Saturday, Nov. 21, 10 a.m.- Noon
Rally the troops for one last hoorah before the end of the year. We will be returning to the Glade Stream Valley targeting English Ivy and Pachysandra that is trying to take its place along the pathway from Soapstone Dr. toward Steeplechase Drive. We will be working along the newly restored stream to protect it from invasions of non-native plants. Meet at the Soapstone fire ring down the hill from Glade Drive. Please park on the street. There is poison ivy at this site.
Winter Bird Count
Date: Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010
Time: 7 a.m. – Noon
Location: Nature House – 11450 Glade Drive
Contact: Ha Brock, RA volunteer specialist, 703 435-7986 or via e-mail at habrock@reston.org.
Join us for our annual winter bird count throughout Reston’s natural areas. Meet local bird experts, learn tips on identification and have fun while helping us obtain important information to help our feathered friends.