Reston Virginia Community Events and Notices for May 8-14, 2010
Live
Saturday Stream Restoration Walk
Join Reston Association for a walk on the newly restored Snakeden Branch and Glade streams on Saturday, May 8, 2010, from 9 a.m.–Noon. Meet at the Walker Nature Education Center, at 11450 Glade Drive, and be prepared to stroll on paved and natural surface trails to Lake Audubon, up to Soapstone, down to Glade stream and back to the Nature House. Please dress appropriately with hiking boots. RSVP to Nicki@reston.org or 703-435-6560.
Learn about Effects of Metro in Reston
Have you been wondering what Reston will be like once Metro arrives? Learn how it will affect your neighborhood by attending Transit Oriented Development: A Tale of Two Counties and How a Connected Street Network Can Support a More Attractive and Walkable Reston. This discussion about transit-oriented development will take place on Saturday, May 15, 2010, from 9–11 a.m. at South Lakes High School’s Seminar Room at 11400 South Lakes Drive, Reston.
Please visit our Web site: What’s New for more information, or call 703-715-4500.
Reston Bike to Work Day 2010
Join hundreds of bicycle commuters on Friday, May 21, 2010 to celebrate the annual Bike to Work Day at Reston Town Center Pavilion. Cyclists will gather from 6:30–9:30 a.m. for a free breakfast, raffles of bike-related prizes and bicycling information handouts. Hunter Mill Supervisor Catherine Hudgins will be there at 8 a.m. to greet riders.
Participants can also try out new bike routing software, and pre-registered riders will receive a free T-shirt.
Winners of the Employer Challenge, a contest that recognizes the most bike-friendly business based on nominations from participants, will receive a free catered lunch from Whole Foods Market. In 2009, Software AG won for its bicycling commuter employee accommodations, including showers, lockers and a changing facility, as well as providing bike commuting information and encouraging employees to participate in the contest.
Last year, about 400 people attended the Reston event. Many people bicycle as an alternative to driving, especially for short trips to work or around town. Each mile traveled by bike instead of driving is one less pound of carbon dioxide emitted into the air — and almost half of all trips taken during the day are 3 miles or fewer.
Register now and select the Reston pit stop.
RA Headquarters is Moving
At the end of July, Reston Association will be moving its headquarters to 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston. Our phone number will be the same: 703-435-6530. Join us for an Open House, Thursday, September 23, 2010. Watch the Web site for details.
Take a Trip to China with the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce
You are invited to travel to China with business and community colleagues for a nine-day trip that combines both learning and cultural opportunities. Learn how the Chinese business system works. September 13–21, 2010. Contact the Chamber at 703-707-9045 or click here for more details. The trip is sponsored by the Reston and Arlington Chambers of Commerce.
Nature News & Tips
Need woodchips?
If you happen to see a pile of woodchips on RA property and would like them for your yard, please help yourself. Clean-up work following last winter’s storm damage has left RA with piles of woodchips. There is a pile near Hunters Woods pool, too. We also have overflowing bins at our maintenance facility, so come and pick them up during normal business hours. If you have a pick-up truck and call in advance, we could even schedule loading.Adopt a Recycling Bin
For a “Restonesque” way to remember someone special or to honor a tennis player, adopt a recycling bin at a Reston Association tennis court.
The sturdy bin, made of 100 percent recycled plastic lumber, features a personalized, engraved plaque and can be placed at the tennis court of your choice.
For more information, visit our Web site.
Work
Reston Association Aquatics Department is NOW HIRING INSTRUCTORS
The Reston Association Aquatics Department is looking for instructors for our seasonal pools. American Red Cross certified Water Safety and Lifeguard Instructors can apply now 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.
Play
One Week ’til Summer Splash
Beginning Saturday, May 15, 2010, the pools at Ridge Heights and North Shore open for the summer season. The remaining Reston Association pools will open Saturday, May 29, 2010. Get your pool pass and get your “splash on.”
Swim Lesson Water Test Day
If you are unsure what swim lesson level your child needs please join us for water test day at Ridge Heights Pool on Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Group Swim Lessons
Registration for Group Swim Lessons begins May 10, 2010 at 8:30 a.m. for RA members and May 12, 2010 at 8:30 a.m. for non-members. Registration can be done in person at our main office at 1930 Isaac Newton Square or online through SHOP RA. A schedule of group lessons is available online or in Reston magazine
Tennis Lessons
Are in full swing for all ages. Register online today.
Reston Team Tennis Underway
Contact: Mary Conaway 703-435-6534.
This is a fun, competitive league that plays every Wednesday and Thursday evening, May through October.
Bicycle Safety Rodeo
Saturday, May 8, 2010
1–4 p.m. (Stop by at any time. Course takes 20 minutes to complete.)
Location: Lake Newport Pool Facility, 11601 Lake Newport Road
FREE
Ages 5–12
Join the Reston Association, State Farm Insurance Co. and The Reston Bicycle Club for our Annual Bicycle Safety Rodeo. Children will complete eight safety stations to earn their bicyclist’s license. Children must bring their own bicycles and helmets. No registration required. This program will be canceled in the event of rain. Contact Ashleigh@reston.org or call 703-435-6577 for more information or weather-related cancellations. Bike Rodeo volunteers are staffed by Common Ground Child Care Center.
Join Reston Association on a day trip to New York City
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
7 a.m.–11 p.m.
Bus Pick-Up Locations include: Hunters Woods Plaza, Thoreau Place, Lake Anne Fellowship House
$42/RA member, $48/Non-member
Ages 55 and older
Participants will be dropped off at Bryant Park on 40th Street and be on their own to explore the city. Registration forms can be found on www.reston.org. Contact Ashleigh@reston.org or call 703-435-6577 for more information.
Spring Crafts
Sunday, May 16, 2010
2–3 p.m.
Location: Walker Nature Education Center, 11450 Glade Drive
$5/individual RA member, $8/ Non-member
Reservations are required by May 12, 2010
All ages
Spring is here, and what a beautiful time to bring the outdoors inside. Create a small floral wreath to decorate your own home or give as a gift. Let your creativity unfurl while using vibrant colors to make bookmarks and other crafts. All supplies provided. To make reservations, call (703) 476-9689, ext. 6540 or e-mail naturalist@reston.org.
Trail of Tails
Saturday, May 22, 2010
10:30–11:30 a.m.
Location: Walker Nature Education Center, 11450 Glade Drive
$5/child RA member, $8/child Non-member
Reservations are required by May 19, 2010
Ages 3–5
Some tails are furry and some tails have scales. Look at the many shapes and sizes of animal tails, and find out how animals use their tails. Play a tail matching game and make a craft to take home. For reservations, call (703) 476-9689 ext. 6540 or e-mail enviroed@reston.org.
Washington Nationals Baseball Game Trip
Sunday, June 20, 2010
11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Bus pickup location: Reston Association, 1930 Isaac Newton Square
$30/RA member, $34/Non-member
All ages. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
It’s Father’s Day — relax and enjoy door-to-door service as we travel by chartered bus to cheer the Nats to victory over the Chicago White Sox. Register online today. For more information, contact Ashleigh@reston.org or call 703-435-6577.
Reston Association plans 85+ Special Events each year. Check out what activities are available for you and your family at www.reston.org. Click the Parks, Recreation & Events link and join us for some fun this summer. Contact Ashleigh@reston.org or call 703-435-6577 for more information.
Get Involved Orientation Set for Invasive Plant Management Leaders
Lead volunteers are needed for the Fairfax County Park Authority’s Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) program. This project will allow the Park Authority to locate and remove extremely invasive plant species before they gain a significant foothold within the parks. This program is an essential component in restoring the native ecology. EDRR Orientation Expeditions will be held on Thursday, May 20, 2010 and Thursday, June 17, 2010 at two different locations.
During the orientations, volunteers will learn how to lead, organize and manage a group of volunteers to conduct a systematic survey of designated parkland, identify targeted plant species, mark their location via hand-held GPS units and log data into an established Web site. Space is limited to six volunteers per orientation session.
For more information about the EDRR program, scheduled excursions or how to become involved, contact Kathy Frederick, Invasive Management Area Volunteer Coordinator, at 703-324-8681 or e-mail katherine.frederick@fairfaxcounty.gov. Visit the Fairfax County parks Web site for more about the IMA program.
Volunteer for the Reston Weed Warriors Project
Saturday, May 22, 2010
10 a.m.–Noon
Location: Wainwright Drive, near the recreational field
Remove fast-growing invasive plants that harm the ecosystem in the Reston community. We will battle Garlic Mustard, one of the many invasive exotic plants taking over the Wainwright natural area. Reston needs as many hands as possible to pull Garlic Mustard from the forest floor to help create space for native plants to grow.
Please wear long sleeves and long pants if you are allergic to poison ivy, as it is present at this site. RA will provide tools, gloves, snacks and water. Adults and youth ages 10 and up are welcome to attend. Young volunteers are encouraged to come with adult chaperones. This project fulfills community service requirements.
Covenants Committee Opening
One Member from Reston’s North Point District is needed to serve a three-year term on the Covenants Committee. This committee is responsible for administering the Use and Maintenance Property Covenants and considers/determines cases concerning these areas.
If you are interested in applying to be a member of the Covenants Committee, please forward a brief statement of interest and any pertinent qualifications by May 28, 2010, by fax (703) 435-9481, e-mail cate@reston.org or mail to Reston Association, 1930 Isaac Newton Square, Reston, VA 20190. For more information, visit our Web site.
Volunteers Needed for Reston Festival 2010
Come out to celebrate Reston’s birthday at the Reston Festival! The Reston Festival is seeking volunteers on July 10–11, 2010, for a variety of exciting positions throughout the weekend. Meet many of your neighbors or fulfill your community service hours while having fun. Contact Ha Brock at habrock@reston.org or call 703 435-7986. Please indicate the day and shift you are available to volunteer. In exchange for your volunteer work, you will receive a festival T-shirt and a free meal ticket. For more information, visit our Special Events Web site and www.restonfestival.com.
MORE COMMUNITY EVENTS
The Art of John Alvin at ArtInsights
Through May 31, 2010
Location: Reston Town Center
“Lord of the Rings,” “Star Wars,” “Aladdin,” “Lion King,” “The Little Mermaid” and more represented in this worldwide exclusive. For more information, visit www.restonarts.org or call 703-478-0778.
Beautiful: Virginia Women Artists and the Body at GRACE
Through June 11, 2010
Location: Reston Town Center
The statewide Minds Wide Open program celebrates Virginia Women in the Arts. “Beautiful” features four Virginia artists: Elissa Farrow Savos, Elizabeth Menges, Victoria Gaitán and Bernis von zur Muehlen. For more information, visit www.restonarts.org or call 703-471-9242.