RA’s Community Yard Sale
Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010 (rain date Sept. 12)
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: 1930 Isaac Newton Square, Reston, VA
100 families will be selling a variety of items so this event is a great opportunity to find things for a new home or a college dorm. Vendor space is SOLD OUT. Contact Ashleigh@reston.org. In case of rain, call 703-435-6577 the morning of the event for a recorded message.

Pruning Workshop
Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010
7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Nature House
11450 Glade Drive
Learn the do’s and don’ts of tree and plant care with guest speaker Peter Deahl, of Fine Pruning, LLC, and ISA Certified Arborist.
RSVP: Arlene Whittick, 703 435-6503

Is the Lawyers Road “Diet” Working?
If you live, drive or bike in the Lawyers Road area between Reston Parkway and Myrtle Lane, the Virginia Department of Transportation wants your opinion. VDOT is conducting an online survey to learn how the method to improve traffic safety is working. The deadline to complete the survey is Sept. 19; you can access it here or follow the VDOT link on our home page under “What’s New.”

Conversations with Delegate Ken Plum
Thursday, Sept. 23, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.
12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston Association
Take an opportunity at the conclusion of the open house to meet and talk with Delegate Ken Plum. Bring your questions and comments.

Disability Rights & Accessibility: A Practical Approach for the Reston Community Symposium
Thursday, Sept. 30, 9 a.m.–Noon
Reston Association, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive
Contact: Kenneth R. Fredgren, chairman Reston Accessibility Committee via e-mail at fredgren.k@gmail.com or (703) 391-9019
The symposium will feature presentations by panelists from the region and keynote speaker David Hominik, Disability Rights Advocate, Virginia Office for Protection and Advocacy. FREE. Light refreshments will be served.

Aging In Reston: A Community Forum for the Hunter Mill District
Saturday, 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.

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.

Pool Schedule Update

• The following pools close on Monday, Sept. 6, 2010
  Glade, Lake Newport, Lake Thoreau and North Hills, Tall Oaks
• Open until Sept. 26, 2010
  North Shore and Ridge Heights Pools will remain open until Sept. 26, 2010
• Please review the Summer Pool Schedule for Season 4 and 5 or contact us via e-mail at aquaticsinfo@reston.org.

Simply Seniors Classes Extended
We are pleased to be able to extend our Simply Seniors Class.
Please note the date, time and location as they have changed. Click here for the full schedule.

Bone Up on Bones
Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010
10: 30–11:30 a.m.
Location: Walker Nature Education Center – 11450 Glade Drive
Reservations required by Sept. 8, 2010.
$4/person RA members, $6/person Non-members
For all ages
For reservations, please call (703) 476-9689 or e-mail enviroed@reston.org.

Did you know that human babies have more bones in their bodies than adults? Or that all mammals have exactly seven vertebrae in their necks, including humans, giraffes and bats? Learn more exciting facts about bones and how to identify different types in our bone lab.

September Bird Walk
Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010
7: 30–10:30 a.m.
Location: Upper Glade Stream Valley. Meet at Walker Nature Education Center – 11450 Glade Drive.
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.

Oh Deer!
Monday, Sept. 13, 2010
10 – 11 a.m.
Location: Walker Nature Education Center – 11450 Glade Drive
Reservations required by Sept. 8, 2010
$5/child RA members, $8/child Non-members
For ages 18-35 months
For reservations, please call (703) 476-9689 or e-mail naturalist@reston.org.

These tall, graceful creatures live in our woods. Explore their home to find out what they eat and where they sleep. Use your deer ears to listen to a story and sing a song about our furry friends.

Festival on the Square
Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010
11 a.m.–5 p.m.
11750 Sunrise Valley Drive
Family fun and entertainment at Reston Heights. The event begins at 11 a.m. with a Reston Interfaith Walk to End Homelessness. Stay for the activities, music and the Z-Car Club Show. Sponsors include Reston Association, The JBG Companies, Westin Reston Heights, Sheraton Reston, Vinifera, Syrah Reston Community Center, Reston Interfaith, Reston Heights, Brickman, Fairfax Times, Fairfax Public Access and Fairfax Woman.

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 fall.

Fall Stream Cleanup
Saturday, Sept .18, 2010
Deadline to register: Sept. 16
Hours: 10 a.m.–Noon
For all ages
Sign up with Ha Brock, RA Volunteer Specialist, by calling (703) 435-7986 or e-mail at habrock@reston.org.

Want to get involved and help clean up our local stream valley? Looking for a service project or need community service hours for school? Want to make an instant impact in improving the health of our local streams? Then participating in the Fall Stream Cleanup is for you.
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

Tons of trash ends up in the Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay every year from our watersheds. Litter is harmful and an eyesore in our neighborhoods and open spaces. Let’s do our part. It is amazing what a group of people can accomplish in a few hours.

Fall Stream Clean Up Site Leader Needed
Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010
9: 30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Sign up with Ha Brock, RA community outreach specialist, by calling 703- 435-7986 or e-mail at habrock@reston.org.

If you are at least 21 and can supervise a large group of people, complete data sheets and walk in wooded, floodplain areas, you could be a great site leader. Site leaders are responsible for:
1. Picking up all of their groups’ supplies from RA Central Services Facilities. Supplies include: bags, gloves, signs, first aid kit, vest, hazardous materials bottle, clipboard, waiver forms, data sheets and a list of their volunteers for their site the day before (Friday).
2. Attend a one-hour evening training session hosted by a RA watershed supervisor.
3. Arriving at their clean-up location by 9:30 a.m. to meet and register their volunteers who should arrive by 10 a.m.
4. Giving a short safety speech (this will be provided) and hand out all supplies (trash bags, gloves, water bottles.)
5. Leaders make sure that volunteers behave responsibly and safely.
6. Leaders must have a functioning cell phone to report any problems or emergencies to RA staff or request additional supplies, if needed.
7. Finally, site leaders should return any unused supplies to PWC within a week following the event, along with their volunteer sign-in sheet marked with the items their team recovered from the clean-up site. These lists help us compile the full extent of trash, debris and tires collected out of the streams, and will be published on our Web site.

Reston Multicultural Festival
The Reston Multicultural Festival will be held on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010 from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. at Lake Anne Plaza. It’s a day of celebration of international cultures to celebrate diversity. This free annual event brings together the rich medley of cultures through music, entertainment, dress, food and cultural treasures from all over the world that is Reston. Volunteers are needed to assist with set-up, children’s activities, concessions, information booth, breakdown and much more. For more information, contact Ha Brock at (703) 435-7986 or e-mail habrock@reston.org.

Volunteers Needed for 2010 Reston Triathlon
The Reston Triathlon, a 27-year tradition in Reston, is in need of additional volunteers for the race on Sunday Sept. 12, 2010. The race begins at 7 a.m. at Lake Audubon and finishes at South Lakes High School.
Race Set Up Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010
We need volunteers for the swim course, transition areas at Lake Audubon boat ramp and South Lakes High School and also for packet pickup.
Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010
We need volunteers for the two transition areas (Lake Audubon boat ramp and the South Lakes High School Stadium), course marshals for the bike and run, and finish line, post-race food, run sentry, markings and clean up after the race.
All volunteers get a great shirt and can join in the post-race festivities and food. Please e-mail VolRtriathlon@aol.com or go to www.restontriathlon.org and click link for volunteers on the blue panel on the left. If you have any questions, e-mail VolRtriathlon@aol.com.

Call for Committee Volunteers
Reston Association Board of Directors seeks applicants to fill vacancies on its Fiscal, Elections and Communications Advisory committees. For full descriptions of each committee, click on its name:
Fiscal Committee Description
Elections Committee Description
Communications Advisory 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 Sept. 13, 2010, by fax (703) 435-6516, e-mail cate@reston.org or mail to Reston Association, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston VA 20191, ATTN: Board Committee Application.

Weed Warriors Projects: Oriental Bittersweet
Note: October’s Weed Warrior’s site has been switched to the September date.
Sept. 25, 2010
10 a.m.–Noon
Must be age 13 or older to volunteer
11284 Stones Throw Drive, Reston
Oriental Bittersweet is an aggressive non-native vine that strangles and topples native trees. We will cut and remove the vines from around the trees, which will help reduce the amount of seeds produced this year. If you’d like to be a “warrior” meet at the natural area next to 11284 Stones Throw Drive. There is poison ivy at this site. To volunteer, contact Ha Brock, RA community outreach specialist at habrock@reston.org or by phone at 703-435-7986.

“Driving for Surviving” Melanoma Charity Golf Classic and Silent Auction
Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010
Location: Stonewall Golf Club in Gainesville, Va.
Shotgun start at 1 p.m.; registration, driving range and skin cancer screenings open at 11 a.m.
Cost: $185 per person. Includes range balls, boxed lunch, green and cart fees, unlimited beverages on the course, buffet dinner and entry into the raffle drawing. Limited to 144 players.

Bring your clubs and join us for the eighth annual “Driving for Surviving” Melanoma Charity Golf Classic and Silent Auction, hosted by the Ashley Fister Cole Foundation. This Reston-based organization, founded to honor the memory of 28-year-old Ashley who passed away from the challenges of melanoma, serves Fairfax and the Northern Virginia Area with a melanoma support group and contributions to fund scientific research. Since its inception in 2002, the foundation has pursued its mission to “touch a life” by raising more than $200,000 toward melanoma research with this charity event. For more information, visit www.ashleyfistercolefoundation.org.

Reston Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday, May through October
8 a.m. – Noon
Location: Lake Anne Plaza
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.

2310 Colts Neck Road
Reston, VA 20191
Contact:  Bebe Nguyen, Director of Communications
703-476-4500, 800-828-1120 TTY, Fax 703-476-8617
bebe.nguyen@fairfaxcounty.gov
restoncommunitycenter.com

August 20, 2010

RESTON COMMUNITY CENTER 2010 PREFERENCE POLL
Candidacy Registrations Begins On August 30

RESTON, VA — The Reston Community Center (RCC) is seeking interested candidates to run for a seat on its 2010-2011 Board of Governors.  The Board of Governors is a nine-member body responsible for overseeing the operation of the RCC.  All residents of Small District 5, ages 18 or older, are eligible to run for appointment to the RCC Board of Governors.  Candidates must complete a Candidacy Statement in order to have their names placed on the Preference Poll ballot. Candidacy Statements will be available at the Center or online at www.restoncommunitycenter.com beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday, August 30. The deadline for candidacy registration is 5 p.m. on Monday, September 13.

This year’s preference poll will fill three positions on the RCC’s Board of Governors.  Board members serve a three-year term.

The Fairfax county Board of Supervisors established the RCC Board of Governors to represent the interests of the residents of Small District 5 on issues affecting the Community Center.  Board appointments are actually made by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors after residents of Small District 5 have made their preferences known in the annual poll.

The RCC Preference Poll is a community event held annually to select members to serve on the RCC Board of Governors.  The Board of Governors establishes the overall policies for the Center and oversees its programs and budget.  Board members also represent the Community Center at social, recreational, cultural and educational activities in Reston.  Each year, typically, candidates for three seats on the Board are subject to a community preference poll with voting by residents and businesses.  Online, mail-in balloting and walk-in voting will be available from September 23 – October 14 until 5 p.m.

For more information on the 2010 RCC Preference Poll or Board of Governors, please visit our website at www.restoncommunitycenter.com or call the Center at (703) 476-4500.

About the Reston Community Center

Each year RCC offers more than 2,000 positive, self-development experiences that enhance the quality of life for all people living and working in Reston. RCC provides a wide range of programs in arts, aquatics, enrichment and life-long learning. We also create and sustain community traditions through special events, outreach activities and facility rentals. To find the programs or events that are right for you, visit www.restoncommunitycenter.org or call 703-476-4500.

Reston™: Latest Issue Arriving
Where can you learn more about Small Tax District 5, meet a family that thrives on Reston tennis or experience all the sights and sounds of the Reston Farmers Market? All those stories plus your complete guide to activities, events and classes are in the fall issue of Reston™ magazine. It’s available online and will be in RA member homes the week of August 16, 2010.

Is the Lawyers Road “Diet” Working?
If you live, drive or bike in the Lawyers Road area between Reston Parkway and Myrtle Lane, the Virginia Department of Transportation wants your opinion.  VDOT is conducting an online survey to learn how the method to improve traffic safety is working.  The deadline to complete the survey is Sept. 19 and you can access it here or follow the VDOT link on our home page under “What’s New.”

Reston Sustainability Awards Ceremony
Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2010, 7 p.m.
Jo Ann Rose Gallery at RCC, Lake Anne
Come hear keynote speaker Gar Alperovitz, a noted political economist and author whose recent books, America Beyond Capitalism and Unjust Deserts, challenge us to come up with new solutions for the 21st century. Meet the winners of the 2010 Reston Sustainability awards – your friends and neighbors who are working to make Reston a sustainable community. (This event is not sponsored by the Reston Community Center, its Board of Governors or staff.)

Lake Anne Plaza Installs Free Wi-Fi
Lake Anne is all about pure local living and this summer the area has added another layer to create a comfortable lifestyle by offering free internet Wi-Fi access to the waterfront plaza. This new community enhancement is one of many scheduled for Lake Anne.

The internet service is provided by Lake Anne Condo Association and Lake Anne resident Alec Berry, founder of IT firm Reston Tech. The Lake Anne Merchants partnered with the condo association and Berry to install the wireless network, providing residents, tourists, area workers and visitors with an opportunity to get outside and online.

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.

Work

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.

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.

Dog Days of Summer
Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010
2–3 p.m.
Location: Walker Nature Education Center – 11450 Glade Drive
Reservations required by Aug. 25, 2010
$4/child RA members, $6/child non-members
For ages 5 to 12. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For reservations, please call (703) 476-9689 or e-mail naturalist@reston.org.

From Reston’s red foxes to our neighborhood mutts, the world of dogs is fascinating! Through artifacts and games, learn about the natural history of Northern Virginia’s wild dogs, including foxes, coyotes and our former resident, the wolf.

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.

Festival on the Square
Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010
11 a.m.–5 p.m.
11750 Sunrise Valley Drive

Family fun and entertainment at Reston Heights. The day begins at 11 a.m. with a Reston Interfaith Walk to End Homelessness. Stay for the activities, music and the Z-Car Club Show. Sponsored by Reston Association, The JBG Companies, Westin Reston Heights, Sheraton Reston, Vinifera, Syrah Reston Community Center, Reston Interfaith and Reston Heights.

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:
Fiscal Committee Description
Elections Committee Description
Communications Advisory 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.

Weed Warriors Projects
Note: October’s Weed Warrior’s site has been switched to the September date.
Oriental Bittersweet in North Reston Association
Sept. 25, 2010
10 a.m.-Noon
Ages: Must be 13 or older to volunteer
11384 Stones Throw Drive.

Help us save the trees. Oriental Bittersweet is an aggressive non-native vine that strangles and topples native trees. We will cut and remove the vines from around the trees. This will help reduce the amount of seeds produced this year. We need all the “warriors” out there to join us. Meet at the natural area next to 11284 Stones Throw Drive. There is poison ivy at this site. To volunteer, contact Ha Brock, RA community outreach specialist at habrock@reston.org or by phone at 703-435-7986.

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.

Reston Concerts on the Town Series: Airmen of Note
Presented by Reston Town Center Association and Reston Town Center
Saturday, Aug. 21, 7:30–10 p.m.
Location: Reston Town Center Pavilion
Bring your lawn chairs or picnic blankets, and enjoy the sounds of the U.S. Air Force jazz band, Airmen of Note. Note: There is no dance floor at this performance. Free. Rain or shine.
Concert Hotline: (703) 912-4062
Alcohol permitted at restaurants only.

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.

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

Reston Association Headquarters has moved and is open for business.

Our new address is:
Reston Association
12001 Sunrise Valley Drive
Reston, VA 20191-3404
Map

SAVE THE DATE: Reston Association Open House, Thursday, Sept. 23, 2010. Events include Newcomers’ Night, Volunteer Appreciation and Tours. Please plan to stay for the regular meeting of the Board of Directors.

Aug. 4, 2010 Legal Committee Meeting Rescheduled
The meeting will be held on Wednesday, Sept.1, 2010 at 6 p.m. in the main conference room (B). Contact Arlene Whittick via e-mail at Arlene@reston.org.

Live

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 Supervisor Cathy Hudgins’ Hunter Mill District office.

Deer Management in Fairfax County
Take an online survey that will help the county assess and find news ideas for managing the deer population. Click here for a link to the survey or find it on our home page, www.reston.org.

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.

Follow Reston tennis on Facebook: 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 for 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.

7th Annual Asian Festival
Saturday, July 31: 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 1: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Free admission
Lake Newport Tennis facility

Take a virtual tour of a Philippine village and enjoy food, music, culture and tennis in this two-day event designed to promote a greater understanding of Asian cultures. Click here for more information. Keynote speaker is U.S. Tennis Association Chairman of the Board and President Lucy Garvin.

Let’s Go Fishing
Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010
10–11 a.m.
Location: Lake Audubon Boat Ramp: 2070 Twin Branches Drive, next to Lake Audubon Pool
Reservations required by Aug. 2, 2010
$5/child RA members, $8/child Non-members
For ages 3–5. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For reservations, please call (703) 476-9689 or e-mail enviroed@reston.org.

It’s a whole different world under the water. Find out where fish live and what they like to eat. Make a fishy craft, toss a fishing line into Lake Audubon and look for other critters that call the lake their home.

Night Hike
Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010
8–9 p.m.
Location: Walker Nature Education Center, 11450 Glade Drive
Reservations required by Aug. 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, Aug. 21, 2010
11 a.m.–Noon
Location: Walker Nature Education Center, 11450 Glade Drive
Reservations required by Aug. 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.

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.

Nature Center Docent Program
Come learn about the Nature House and find out how rewarding volunteering can be. The Nature Center Docents staff the front desk, greet visitors and provide information at the year-round Nature House’s new state-of-the-art environmental learning facility. Training includes an overview of frequently asked questions, a description of Reston’s first LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certified building’s sustainability features, and a brief narrative of the Nature House history and current programs.

Docents staff the front desk on Saturdays from 10 a.m.–1 p.m., Sundays 1–4 p.m. or from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. on weekdays (closed on Tuesday). For more information on the Nature Center Docent Program, contact Ha Brock at (703) 435-7986 or via e-mail habrock@reston.org.

Call for Committee Volunteers
Reston Association Board of Directors seeks applicants to fill vacancies on its Fiscal Committee and Elections Committee.
For full descriptions of each committee, click on its name:
Fiscal Committee Description
Elections 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 Sept. 13, 2010, by fax (703) 435-6516, e-mail cate@reston.org or mail to Reston Association, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20191-3404, ATTN: Board Committee Application.

Reston Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday, May through October
8 a.m. – Noon
Location: Lake Anne Plaza
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, Aug. 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

• Incendio
  Saturday, July 31, 7:30–10 p.m. at the Reston Town Center Pavilion
  Bring your lawn chairs or picnic blankets, and enjoy the sounds of Spanish guitar, Afro-Cuban & more
• Big Joe & the Dynaflows
  Saturday, Aug. 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 business who want to participate and highlight businesses 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.

The Lake Anne Merchants partnered with the condo association and Mr. Berry to install the wireless network providing residents, tourists, area workers, and visitors with an opportunity to get outside and online.

Look for the Lake Anne Wi-Fi logo throughout the waterfront plaza to get connected and enjoy surfing for free.

This new community enhancement is one of many scheduled for Lake Anne Plaza – part of a revitalization, transformation, branding campaign that the area is currently undergoing.

Reston Impact Asian Festival from Comcast Channel 28 on Vimeo.

Also, we received the following press release about entertainment at this years festival:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

STEPHANIE REESE, 9 BANDS ROCK AT ASIAN FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND

RESTON, Virginia –The Speaks, whose sound is described by The Washington Post as  “commanding rock with a grunge edge,” is one of nine bands which will perform at the 7th Annual Asian Festival here this weekend. It is joined by the Ivy Rose Band, Midnight Mike and El Parque, among others.

Filipino American Stephanie Reese, the popular international singer, will perform a mini-concert this Saturday (July 31), from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the main stage.

The Festival takes place this weekend: July 31 (10 a.m.–10 p.m.) and August 1 (11 a.m.-6 p.m.) at Lake Newport Square, 11452 Baron Cameron here. The FREE (no admission charge) event is open to the public.

The Festival area will have 3 different stages showcasing “non-stop” performances: popular Asian stars and live bands on Performing Arts Stage, Special Exclusive Performance in Philippine Village Stage, and Bollywood entertainment on South East Asian Stage. And there’s also an Asian Idol Contest.

Remarked Festival organizer George Duangmanee: “All-day entertainment, plus food, handicrafts, as well as sports and games for all ages, equals non-stop fun for everyone. Bring your family and friends!”

Bing Branigin of the Festival Committee suggests “getting the complete schedule of events this weekend, to find out the details on the multiple performances.” She added the full slate of performers and program time is available at the website.” Visit www.asianfestivaldc.com.

The best way to enjoy the largest Asian Festival is to PARK & RIDE at the OFF- SITE PARKING, located only 2 miles away. Free shuttle bus service runs from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Off-site parking is located at the Reston Association, 1930 Isaac Newton Square Reston, VA 20190-5093.

PHILIPPINES

This year, the showcased country is the Philippines, a top business and tourist spot in Southeast Asia. Travel Outlet (www.traveloutlet.com) is one of the Exclusive Sponsors at the Asian Festival, along with the Philippine American Foundation for Charities, Inc, (PAFC), among others.

Filipino Americans Roy Estaris and Naomi Fitwilliam, Travel Outlet’s CEO and COO respectively, are contributing to the promotion of the Philippines as part of the Festival’s Destination Asia – through their travel services, as well as their other business and civic projects here and in the Philippines.

PAFC is the main community organization involved in the Philippine Village, with the Philippine Embassy, through Ambassador Willy C. Gaa and Consul General Domingo Nolasco. Other Filipino American organizations include the Accountants Association, Bicol Asssociation and others from Baltimore, Richmond andVirginia Beach. Local food industry business owners Tito Al and Evelyn Manuel are also contributing to insure the success of Philippine Village.

SPONSORS

The Festival is made possible through many generous sponsors, led by Singha Beer. Partner Sponsors are Tetra, Reston Association, USTA Mid-Atlantic Virginia and The Thai Tennis Organization in America (TTOA). A complete list of sponsors is in the website, www.asianfestivaldc.com.

7th Annual Asian Festival 2010

Fairfax, VA – The Thai Tennis Organization in America (TTOA) is proud to announce the seventh annual Asian Food and Tennis Festival, coming to the Washington, DC area this summer. The Asian Food and Tennis Festival is a two-day FREE ADMISSION ( event to promote a greater understanding of the Asian countries and cultures. Join us at the Lake Newport Tennis Facility in Reston, VA (11452 Baron Cameron Ave, Reston VA 20194) on Saturday, July 31 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, August 1st from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Take a virtual trip to one of Southeast Asia’s preferred destinations! This year’s festival is showcasing the Philippines. The Philippine Village showcases the diverse culture and rich heritage of this nation’s peoples and 7,107 islands. Learn more about age-old traditions and exciting places that have defined the Philippines and her peoples. Food from various regions of the Philippines, traditional folk art performances, handmade crafts, and interactive displays and indigenous games for children will highlight the uniqueness of the Philippines that has made this country both a crossroads and a destination.

More than 150 multi-cultural vendors and exhibitions will also serve the event, including 35 traditional Asian food vendors ranging from Vietnamese, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Laotian,
Filipino, and among others. The Asian Food and Tennis Festival includes all-day stages performances on 3 different stages, contests, interactive demonstrations, children amusement rides, free tennis clinics, as well destination asia where 12 Asian Embassies and Organizations exhibit their culture and arts with plenty more! Bring the whole family to Reston for this exciting event!

TTOA will again partner with Reston Association, TETRA, Singha Beer, USTA-Mid Atlantic Section, USTA-Virginia District, TD Bank, Sheraton Hotel, the Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce, and other local Asian associations to produce this festival.

TTOA works with many local Asian Associations to introduce Asian cultures and tennis to the local community. TTOA’s mission is to promote tennis growth and encourage young people to broaden their horizons through education initiatives via scholarships. TTOA is a proud member of the USTA family, and was the recipient of the 2004 Organization of the Year Award by USTA Mid-Atlantic section and the USTA Virginia District.

For more information about the event, visit www.asianfestivaldc.com.

August Calendar of Events at the Walker Nature Education Center
Call 703-476-9689 ext. 6540 or e-mail naturalist@reston.org for reservations and information. Advanced reservations are required for all fee-based programs. Programs may be canceled in the event of severe weather, severe weather warnings or low enrollment. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. All programs will be held at the Walker Nature Education Center, 11450 Glade Drive, unless otherwise noted.

Summer Bugs
Monday, August 2 · 10 – 11 a.m.
$5/child RA members
$8/child non-members
Ages 18 to 35 months
Summer is the time when bees buzz, butterflies flutter and grasshoppers hop. Explore the nature center gardens and meadow in search of these wonderful insects. Plant a flower and make a bumblebee craft. Reservations required by July 29.

Let’s Go Fishing
Thursday, August 5 · 10 – 11 a.m.
$5/child RA members
$8/child non-members
Location: Lake Audubon Boat Ramp – 2070 Twin Branches Drive, next to Lake Audubon Pool
Ages 3 to 5
It’s a whole different world under the water. Find out where fish live and what they like to eat. Make a fishy craft, toss a fishing line into Lake Audubon and look for other critters that call the lake their home. Reservations required by August 2.

Night Hike
Wednesday, August 11 · 8 – 9 p.m.
$4/person RA members
$6/person non-members
All ages
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! Reservations required by August 6.

Tree-rific!
Saturday, August 21 · 11 a.m. – Noon
$5/person RA members
$8/person non-members
All ages
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. Do leaf and bark rubbings and learn to identify trees from many angles. Taste some tree treats, make a tree craft and get a list of recommended Reston trees. Reservations required by August 18.

Campfire Fun
Friday, August 27 · 7 – 8:30 p.m.
$5/person RA members
$8/person non-members
Location: WNEC Campfire Ring – On Soapstone Drive, between Glade Drive and Lawyers Road
All ages
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. Reservations required by August 24.

Dog Days of Summer
Sunday, August 29 · 2 – 3 p.m.
$4/child RA members
$6/child non-members
Ages 5 to 12
From Reston’s red foxes to our neighborhood mutts, the world of dogs is fascinating! Through artifacts and games, learn about the natural history of Northern Virginia’s wild dogs, including foxes, coyotes, and our former resident, the wolf. Reservations required by August 25.