December 2013 by Megan Chambers

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volume 39, number 12 • december 2013

MONTCLAIRION

a neighborhood newsletter published by the montclair property owners association.

PAGE 9 Lake Lowering Notice

season’s greetings

PAGE 14 Holiday Home Decorating

PAGE 15 De-Stress Your December PAGE 18 Holiday Events montclair property owners association w w w . m o n t c l a i r v a . c o m

Local Directory MPOA Office Mailing Address 3561 Waterway Drive Montclair, VA 22025

Hours of Operation Monday-Friday: 8:30 am - 5 pm Wednesdays, Apr.-Oct.: 8:30 am - 8 pm

Phone: (703) 670-6187

Fax: (703) 670-9620

Website: www.montclairva.com FSRConnect: dcmetro.fsrconnect.com

Board of Directors

President & Precinct 3 Representative, Ned Greene . . . . . . . . . (703) 680-4669 1st Vice President, Tracy Hansen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 590-0611 2nd Vice President & Precinct 2 Rep., Linda Cheng-Khan . . . . (703) 583-1975 Secretary, Pat Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 878-7957 Treasurer, Doug Taggart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 878-1216 Precinct 1 Representative, William McCombs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 628-8606 Precinct 4 Representative, Ray Boisvert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 489-7092 At-Large Directors Jim Cech. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 371-9587 Amy Frederick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 730-3739 Brad Hancock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (571) 229-5050 Joellen Welch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 828-5656

Committee Chairpersons

Covenants Inspectors Kristie Upperman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .covinspector1@montclairva.com Vacant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . covinspector2@montclairva.com Administrative Assistant Elizabeth McKeone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . adminassist@montclairva.com FirstService Residential. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 385-1133

Prince William County

Animal Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 792-6465 Landfill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 792-5750 Mosquito Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 792-6279 Non-Emergency Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 792-6500 Park Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 792-7060 Post Office-Dumfries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 441-8304 Zoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 792-8154 Schools Ashland Elementary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 583-8774 Henderson Elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 670-2885 Montclair Elementary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 730-1072 Pattie Elementary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 670-3173 Benton Middle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 791-0977 Graham Park Middle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 221-2118 Saunders Middle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 670-9188 Forest Park High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 583-3200

Budget & Finance, Peter Frank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 932-1049 Communications, Trisha Helchinger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (715) 379-6182 Community Events, Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Covenants, Greg Carpenter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 595-9606 Election, Barbara Ball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . (703) 670-4381 History, Bill Riski. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 670-8541 Lake Management, Richard Arvin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 878-1657 Landscape & Facilities Management, Terry Tallent. . . . . . . . . .(703) 680-4935 Co-Chair, Rob Clemens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 580-5396 Safety, Marie Juliano. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 583-9719

Utilities

Management Staff

U.S. Senators Mark Warner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (202) 224-2023 Tim Kaine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 224-4024 U.S. Congressman, Rob Wittman: First District. . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 225-4261 Virginia Senator, Toddy Puller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 765-1150 Virginia House of Delegates Representative Scott Lingamfelter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 580-1294 Richmond Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (804) 698-1052 Board of County Supervisors, Potomac District Supervisor Maureen Caddigan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 792-4645 School Board Representative, Potomac District Betty D. Covington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 221-0883

General Manager, Heather McDevitt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .gm@montclairva.com Assistant General Manager of Administration Jennifer Hughes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .administration@montclairva.com Assistant General Manager of Operations Tom Whiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .operations@montclairva.com Community Services Manager Megan Chambers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .events@montclairva.com Community Services Administrative Assistant Samantha Bates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . newsletter@montclairva.com Covenants Administrator Jessica Spitalny. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .covadmin@montclairva.com

Electricity, NOVEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(703) 335-0500 Gas, Washington Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 750-1400 Trash, American Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 368-0500 Water & Sewer, PWC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 335-7950 Telephone, Cable & Internet Comcast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 (800) 266-2218 Verizon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 (800) 837-4966

Elected Officials

THE MONTCLAIRION â&#x20AC;˘ DECEMBER 2013

FEATURES 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

CONTENTS

Annual Lowering of Lake Montclair Toys for Tots Drop-off Location Call for Candidates Annual Meeting Administrative Schedule Call for Candidates Form Running for the Board - Do I Have What It Takes? Holiday House Decorating Entry Form 2013 Montclair Yearbook De-Stress Your December Town Hall Meeting Flyer Holiday Safety

EVENTS 18 19

Holiday Events Santa Stops

DEPARTMENTS

14 Over 25 Years Experience

4 Crime Watch Statistics 5 President’s Message Board Briefs 7 Manager’s Message 21 News Around the Community 25 Around Town 29 Community Information 30 Classifieds 34 Play Page 35 December Calendar 36 January Calendar

The Fourth Generation of Design / Build Craftsmen

JABS

DESIGN

INC

CONSTRUCTION BUILD

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ADDITIONS • RENOVATIONS • REMODELING "Let Our In-House Architect Design Your Next Building Project"

• Decks • Kitchens • Garages • Bathrooms • Additions • Sunrooms • In-law Suites • Basement Finishing

Electrical

Department

• Attic Fans • Security Lighting • Ceiling Fans • Recessed Lighting • General Service Work

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THE MONTCLAIRION • DECEMBER 2013

Crime Watch Statistics: September 2013 Incident Type False Alarms

PCT 1 PCT 2 PCT 3

PCT 4 WW Dr. -

Sep Total

Aug Total

July Total

Jun Total

Disorderly/Noise

Traffic/Parking Violation

Animal Complaints

Miscellaneous*

Veh Accident/Reckless Driving

Suspicious Person

Domestic Dispute

Larceny

Suspicious Vehicle

Vandalism

Alcohol/Drug Violation

Trespass

Solicitor/Pan Handling

Firearm Violation

Assault

Vehicle Theft

Burglary/Attempted Burglary

Total Incidents

126

125

Key: PCT=Precinct; WW Dr.=Waterway Drive *Miscellaneous: Other High Priority, Arrest; Other High Priority, Turned Over to Another Officer Zero Incidents in August Involving: Vandalism, Firearm Violation, Assault, Burglary/Attempted Burglary, Arson, Beach Trespass, Homicide, Robbery Notes: Vehicle theft reported at 9 am and vehicle recovered at 11 am.

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President’s Message The New Member Reception was held at the Country Club on November 6th. It’s always good to meet our new Montclair citizens. There were numerous comments about Montclair’s fall beauty, and why our community was selected as home. Your volunteers and management did another good job in this special welcoming. As we enjoy the beauty of our fall fantastic display of colors, please remember those leaves come down and we need to concentrate on keeping all of those possible from entering the lake. Leaves are the greatest polluter of Lake Montclair. She can, through natural processes, handle those that fell into the water. It’s the unnatural bulk amounts that enter from our streets and lakeside properties that overwhelm the lake’s decaying processes, and create problems. The lake had the largest algae bloom this fall that I have observed in 26 years. All conditions were right for this unusually large bloom. A healthy lake needs nutrients, but too much results in undesireable lake conditions. The Lake Management Committee publishes articles in The Montclairion focusing on reducing the amount of nitrogen and phosphorus entering the lake. We must all work together in protecting the health of one of our most valuable community amenities.

Ned Greene, President

Solitude Lake Management ran lab tests and determined that the dominant algae bloom was synura sp. chrysophyta - Golden Algae with a small amount of anabaena sp. cyanophyta - Blue-Green Algae. In consultation with the Virginia state marine biologist we were advised to let the colder temperature of the water and our pollution reduction programs control the algae growth. Enjoy your holidays!

Ned Greene President

Board Briefs - November 13 Board of Directors Meeting • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Approved imposing appropriate sanctions or initiating legal action for one account; Deferred imposing appropriate sanctions or initiating legal action for one account until December meeting; Approved minutes from the October 9, 2013 Board of Directors meeting; Approved Association Management Services Agreement with FirstService Residential DC Metro, L.L.C.; Approved PIR for existing flag pole; Approved PIR for replacement and extension of driveway; Approved Variance Request for fence; Denied Variance Request for existing shed; Denied Variance Request for existing fence; Approved Variance Request for existing shed; Approved waiver of violation fees for one account; Approved forwarding of one account to attorney for violation compliance through legal enforcement; Denied motion to amend Community Guidelines Section 5.4.8 Docks, Piers and Wharves; Approved discussion of amending Community Guidelines 5.4.3; Denied motion to amend Community Guidelines Section 5.4 General; Approved 2015-2017 Landscape Contract with Community Landscape Services (CLS); Approved agreement with Election Trust for Annual Meeting election services; Approved 2014-2016 porta-john contract with Don’s Johns for service at Montclair beaches and events; Approved proposal from Jazzie Pool for lifeguard services for the 2014 beach season; Approved development of a plan by Management to identify common areas for future inventory of properties; Approved acceptance of the revised History Committee Charter; Approved establishment of the MPOA Friends of the Library Standing Committee; Denied motion to amend Motion #13-222; Approved proposal for MPOA building sign; Approved quote for purchase of new MPOA dump truck; Approved the use of Dolphin Beach on December 21, 2013, 7-8 pm for the purpose of Christmas Caroling.

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Manager’s Message Notice of Town Hall Meeting - Wednesday, December 4th A Town Hall Meeting regarding parking issues throughout Montclair will be held on Wednesday, December 4th, 2013 at 7 pm at the Montclair Country Club. At this meeting, the Board of Directors, Management staff, and residents will discuss options for rectifying various parking issues affecting the community. All residents are welcome to attend to voice their concerns or listen to the discussion. American Disposal Tree Removal & Inclement Weather Services Christmas trees will be collected on Thursdays in December and January, the regularly scheduled yard debris collection day, by American Disposal. They ask that all tinsel and decorations be removed. Please do not place trees in plastic bags. American Disposal’s inclement weather policy states that roads and/or areas which are deemed unsafe due to snow or ice will be suspended for collection. If suspension occurs, services will resume on the next regularly scheduled collection day.

Heather McDevitt, General Manager

Snow Plow Responsibilities With winter only a few weeks away, one thing is on everyone’s mind: snow. Montclair is a large community with many streets, and the maintenance for these streets is not all the same. Several streets located within Montclaired are owned by the Virginia Department of Transportation, but a few are privately owned. However, there are streets that are privately owned by the Montclair Property Owners Association or the sub-association where they are located. The owner of the street is responsible for ensuring its routine maintenance, including snow removal. The streets listed below are owned by MPOA. For snow removal information, contact the office at (703) 670-6187. If your street is part of a sub-association listed on page 29 under “MPOA Sub-Associations”, contact your sub-association for further information. If your street is not listed, it is owned by VDOT. They can be reached at (703) 383-8368. MPOA-Owned Andrews Place • Butler Place • Duncan Place • Maybury Place • Eyebrows on Northgate Drive

Barger Place • Chapman Place • Fawn Place • Myrtle Place • • Eyebrows on Waterway Drive

Beacon Hill Place Corwin Place Greenfield Place Nightingale Place

• • • •

Bishop Place Devonald Place Harmony Place Pleasant Hill Pl.

As a reminder, please refrain from parking on the streets when snow is being forecasted. This facilitates plowing and will ensure that the roads are cleared promptly. Office Closure The MPOA office will be closed Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th in observance of Christmas, and Wednesday, January 1st in observance of New Year’s Day. Additionally, the office will close at 2:00 pm on Friday, December 20th for a staff function. If the area experiences inclement weather and you are unsure if the MPOA office is open, give us a call at (703) 670-6187. If the office is closed, a message will be left on the voicemail system stating such. Notice will also be posted on the community website at www.montclairva.com. Happy Holidays,

Heather L. McDevitt General Manager THE MONTCLAIRION • DECEMBER 2013

MONTCLAIR PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION Property Improvement Request (PIR) Form

Print Form

All requested information and signatures must be included or the application will be considered incomplete. Date

Name Mailing Address Property Address Home Phone

Work Phone

Email Address

Cell Phone

Please describe the changes or additions for your property. Include a copy of your property plat and indicate the exact location of proposed change or addition, distance to property lines from proposed change or addition, dimensions of backyard property, and relevant surrounding features. Also, this request must include a sketch and the following information: style, materials, dimensions, and color of proposed change or addition. Requests for repainting must include a color sample. Should the Committee require additional information, you will be notified, and your request will be deferred until additional information is received. Applicant has sole responsibility for acquiring building permits, engineering, or other professional or technical advice. Further, each applicant shall be solely responsible for any damage to adjoining properties or persons that may result from the approval herein requested. The Board, Committee, and/or its designees shall have the right to inspect construction periodically (Association Documents 3.2 and 7.2). In order to vote, the Covenants Committee members must visit the site in question (Community Guidelines, Article 5.2.2.).

Description of Request:

Date

Signature

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Signatures are required of abutting/adjacent homeowners. This indicates an awareness of this Property Improvement Request and does not constitute nor indicate approval or disapproval. Contact the MPOA office within five (5) days if you wish to comment on this application. Homeowner

Address

Homeowner

Address

Homeowner

Address

Homeowner

Address

For Office Use: Date Received Ruling:

Approved

Contingent Approval

Deferred to the Board

Denied

Table

Approved (Cov. Director)

Remarks:

THE MONTCLAIRION â&#x20AC;˘ DECEMBER 2013

Annual Lowering of Lake Montclair Once again this fall, the water level of Lake Montclair will be lowered temporarily to permit maintenance of the downpipe structure grates and sluice gate. A thorough cleaning of the Montclair beaches and common property abutting the Lake will also be accomplished. Sand on the beaches and in the swimming areas will be replenished as necessary. On Monday, December 2nd, Lake Montclair’s water level will be lowered three feet, and will remain lowered for one week. After work is completed, the sluice gate will be closed, allowing the water level to naturally return to

188 feet above mean sea level. Powell’s Creek flow and rainfall will determine how long this actually takes. Lakefront property owners are encouraged to take actions necessary to protect their personal property, e.g. adjust pontoon retaining lines to accommodate the lower water level and properly secure or remove boats, canoes and kayaks. Of course, this is also an excellent time for lakefront property owners to perform dock repairs, place rip rap, and perform other

waterfront improvements including cleaning the exposed lake bottom along your shoreline. Your efforts will contribute significantly to the health and appearance of Lake Montclair. Advance notification of the lowering of the lake water level is being provided to allow sufficient time for the submittal and approval of Property Improvement Requests, or PIRs(see page 8), where required. If you have any questions concerning which improvements require approval, please contact the Covenants Administrator, Jessica Spitalny, at (703) 6706187, or covadmin@montclairva.com.

TOYS FOR TOTS DROP-OFF LOCATION

Donate new and unwrapped toys for families in need. Through December 13th, the MPOA office will be accepting donations for Toys for Tots. Help us make this year’s donation the biggest yet!

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call for candidates Are you interested in how your community is run? Would you like to get involved and help make Montclair the best it can be? Consider playing a role in formulating policies that will guide the future of Montclair as a member of the Board of Directors. Montclair needs your active participation! Four At-Large Representatives are needed to serve on the Board of Directors. These members are to be elected at the next Annual Meeting on Saturday, March 15th, 2014. To be eligible for election, you must be a member of the Association in good standing. To become a candidate, complete the Call for Candidates form on the next page, or on our website at www.montclairva.com under “Documents and Forms”, and deliver it with a photo to the MPOA office by 5:00 pm Tuesday, January 14th, 2014.

Annual Meeting administrative schedule

Applications due by close of business Tuesday, January 14

DATE

DESCRIPTION

December 11, 2013

Board of Directors to approve FY2015 Budget Presentation for Annual Meeting.

January 8, 2014

Board of Directors to set Annual Meeting agenda and approve Annual Meeting packet.

January 14, 2014

Deadline for Board Candidate nomination petitions, 5 pm close of business.

January 22, 2014

Annual Meeting packet to Contractor for set-up & printing.

January 29, 2014

Meet the Candidates Night. Board to establish Annual Meeting agenda and discuss budget.

January 31, 2014

Candidates - Photo and answers to 5 Election Committee questions to be posted on website and Facebook.

February 10, 2014

Record Date - The date for determining which Persons are Members and entitled to vote.

February 13, 2014

Notice of Annual Meeting & Annual Meeting Packet mailed to all owners of record.

February 19, 2014

List of Members as of Record Date available for review at MPOA office.

March 13, 2014

Referendum Ballots and Internet Voting Deadline Thursday, 5 pm before the Annual Meeting.

March 15, 2014

Annual Meeting: Registration 9 am; Call to Order 10 am; Referendum In-Person Voting 9 am to approximately 11:30 am (after budget presentation).

THE MONTCLAIRION • DECEMBER 2013

CALL FOR CANDIDATES

Board of Directors Candidate Form Are you interested in how your community is run? Would you like to get involved and help make Montclair the best it can be? Consider playing a role in formulating policies that will guide the future of Montclair as a member of the Board of Directors. Montclair needs your active participation! Four At-Large Representatives are needed to serve on the Board of Directors to be elected at the next Annual Meeting on Saturday, March 15, 2014. To be eligible for election, you must be a member of the Association and in good standing. To become a candidate and ensure your name is on the official ballot, complete the candidate form below and deliver it with a photo to the MPOA office.

Due by Tuesday, January 14, 2014, 5 p.m. to the MPOA Office Biographical Sketch (Please Attach a Photo) All information given on this form and any attachments will be published in the Montclairion and the Annual Meeting Packet. Answers to the questions below may be provided on a separate sheet of paper.

Name: _________________________________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________ Home Phone: _________________ Work Phone: _____________________ E-mail Address: _________________________________________________ 1. How long have you been a Montclair owner? ___________ years 2. Do you have any homeownersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; association and/or committee experience? Please describe (50 words or less). 3. Do you have other experience that would contribute to your success as a board member? Please describe (50 words or less). 4. Why are you interested in serving on the MPOA Board of Directors (50 words or less)? 5. Give a brief statement (50 words or less) of views on what you feel you can contribute to the community and what you would like to see done in Montclair. I certify that the answers to the above questions are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Signature

Date

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Running for the Board - Do I Have What It Takes? If you’re considering running for the Board, take a few moments to ask yourself the following three questions: Do I have time? As a Board member, you will need to devote at least several hours of your time each month to Association business. In addition to regular monthly Board meetings, you will need to be active in email discussions and occasional special meetings. During special projects, you may need to spend a little extra time on Association business. Some Board members may also spend a little more time than others if they work with a committee. Can I make tough decisions when it’s required? The primary role of the Board is to conduct the business of the Association. This doesn’t just mean approving the budget, but also developing and enforcing policies. Board THE MONTCLAIRION • DECEMBER 2013

members are required to step outside their immediate circle of family and neighbors and make decisions based on the greater good of the community. Can I do all this and have fun, too? It isn’t all about policies and tough decisions. Our community is only as good as we make it, and establishing and maintaining a sense of community is a part of a Board member’s responsibility. Planning and attending functions and being a presence in the community are as important as any policy decisions you may make. Being a Board member can be challenging at times, but may also be one of the most rewarding ways you’ll find to volunteer your time.

Ready to get involved, but not sure about joining the Board? MPOA has many committees that assist the Board of Directors in making decisions for the community. If you want to volunteer your time to the Association, but don’t want to make the leap into Board membership, consider joining a committee. Committees meet once a month for around an hour and discuss varying issues throughout the community. Check page 2 for a list of committees and contact information for committee chairs. If a monthly commitment still doesn’t sound right for you, visit http://vols.pt/xyRHZN to view a list of event volunteer opportunities. The community events require volunteers throughout the year, from Montclair Day to Saturday with Santa. 13

house decorating entry form Address Being Nominated: ___________________________________________

Nominator Information Name: __________________________________________ Contact #: ________________________________________

Nominations due by December 6th to the MPOA Office: 3561 Waterway Drive Montclair, VA 22025 Email nominations to events@montclairva.com

2013 MONTCLAIR YEARBOOK SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS TODAY!

Be a part of the January issue of The Montclairion by submitting your favorite 2013 photos! Whether you ziplined with pirates at Montclair Day, snapped a picture with Peter Cottontail at the Easter Egg Hunt, or sampled the Jones’s famous potato salad at a block party, we want to see what you were up to this year. Finish a marathon, graduate college, or meet a big goal? Send us your photo! Submit your photos and a brief caption to newsletter@montclairva.com to be included in this article. Who knows, you just might see your face on the cover!

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De-Stress Your December If your stack of unfinished holiday cards and the never-ending lines at the mall are leaving you frazzled, you aren’t alone. A new study shows that more than 80% of Americans feel anxious at this time of year. Our gift to you: coping strategies for common yuletide triggers. By Christine Mattheis Holiday Hazard: Overbooking Yourself Serenity Solution: When the season has you adding party planner, personal shopper, design star and pastry chef to your job description, you’re bound to start feeling crunched. “It really is okay to say no to invites and requests,” says Sheela Raja, Ph.D., a licensed clinical psychologist in Chicago. “Agreeing to another

commitment just because you’d feel guilty turning it down is just asking for more stress.” Create calm instead by respectfully and firmly declining: “I have too many family obligations to be able to run this year’s bake sale, but I hope to help out in the spring.” Most people will understand - and a few may even want to borrow your tactics. Holiday Hazard: Maxing Out the Plastic Serenity Solution: The average American spends about $700 annually on gifts, not to mention travel, food and IMAX tickets to the new Mission: Impossible movie. Before you start seeing your credit card balance creep up - and worry about the debt that could follow you for months to come - examine your finances and set a realistic budget.

HOW DO YOU MANAGE STRESS DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON? “I assign each family member to a month of the year and then do my shopping throughout the year. By Christmas time I’m all done and there is nothing to stress about.” - Jessica “Escape to the Caribbean.”

- Joellen

“Grandkids are boring now, so gift cards which cuts down on a lot of stress.” - Pat

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“I try to complete shopping throughout the year, so the holiday season is less stressful and I can concentrate on socializing and enjoying the season with family and friends!” - Linda

Holiday Hazard: Succumbing to Drama Serenity Solution: It’s not uncommon for relatives to clash over the same topics year in and year out, so try to have a few calm comebacks and conversation changers ready ahead of time. (Grandma doesn’t like your son’s long hair? Remind her of the mop-top your brother sported in the ‘70s.) “All families have misunderstandings, and they tend to build up when you’re spending so much time together,” says Raja. Above all, accept your family members for who they are - nobody is perfect, and chances are, they’re feeling strained too. Holiday Hazard: Too Many Goodies Serenity Solution: Dieting is a year-round struggle for many people, but with holiday favorites in abundance all month long, the number on the scale is bound to bring on added anxiety. “We also tend to eat more when we’re feeling stressed, so it’s a vicious cycle,” says Raja. Have a light, healthy snack before a party (like veggies with hummus or kale chips) so you don’t show up starving. And make a deal with yourself: “Yes, I’ll have a cookie, but I’ll stop after one.” If you slip up, forgive yourself and move on.

“Wine-o’clock. Does it every time.” - Elisabeth

Join the conversation at on.fb.me/14RFvpz.

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town hall

meeting Hosted by the MPOA Board of Directors Meeting to discuss various parking issues impacting our community, to include Southlake, Water’s Edge Townhome Association, Holleyside Drive, Spring Branch Boulevard, and other areas, as well as potential courses of action. All residents are encouraged to attend to voice their concerns, make suggestions, or simply to listen to the discussion.

Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2013 Time: 7 pm Location: Montclair Country Club 16500 Edgewood Drive Montclair, VA 22025

MPOA Office 3561 Waterway Drive Montclair, VA 22025 Ph:

703.670.6187

Fax:

703.670.9620

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Holiday Safety From the PWC Police Department

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The holiday season is upon us, and your Police Department wishes to remind residents of some basic safety tips to practice, that might be used whether holiday plans include travel, shopping, or sightseeing.

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If you are traveling for the holidays, make your home look “lived in” while you are gone. Avoid the temptation to turn off exterior lights to save money, and enlist the help of a trusted neighbor, friend or family member to help achieve this goal. If you will be out of town: • Have a trusted neighbor collect your mail, newspapers and advertisements, and even park their car in your driveway from time to time. • Provide that neighbor with your contact information in the event of an emergency. • Use timers to turn lights off and on. Put an automatic timer on several lights and the radio. THE MONTCLAIRION • DECEMBER 2013

Leave shades, blinds and curtains in their normal positions. Lock all doors and windows in your home. Secure the garage and shed, and secure valuable items that are inside these structures.

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of everything. Never leave your purchases unattended, even for a minute. Try not to walk around shopping areas, banks and convenience stores alone. Walk in well-lighted areas, and avoid dark, unlit shortcuts. While using an ATM, look around from time to time and be aware of what’s happening around you. If anything suspicious happens, immediately cancel your transaction and leave.

Jostling through crowded shopping malls or sidewalks while carrying your jacket or juggling countless bags makes you an attractive target to criminals looking to grab wallets, purses, and your purchases.

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If you will be shopping or sightseeing: • Do not carry large amounts of cash, or more than two credit cards. • Wallets should be carried in a front pants pocket, rather than in a back pocket or a jacket. • Purses should be held close to the body with the opening facing towards the body. • Do not wear large amounts of valuable jewelry. • Consolidate purchases into one or two large shopping bags so you can keep track

Following these basic safety tips can help ensure a happy holiday for you as well as peace of mind that your property is secure. If you need to contact the police, call the nonemergency number: (703) 792-6500. For an emergency, dial 911.

Holidays in Montclair HOLIDAY HOME DECORATING

Nominations Due by December 6th

Nominate a neighbor or yourself for most festive house in the neighborhood. Form is available on page 14 or on our website at www.montclairva.com. Winners will be announced on the Facebook group and in a future issue of The Montclairion.

SENIOR’S HOLIDAY LUNCHEON

Thursday, December 12th • Montclair Country Club

Celebrate the holidays with friends and neighbors with a luncheon at the Country Club from 2-5 pm. Teams will test their knowledge in a game of Trivial Pursuit, and the winners will take home a special holiday prize! Tickets are just $5 and are available now at the MPOA office.

SATURDAY WITH SANTA

Saturday, December 14th

Santa Claus is coming to Montclair! On Saturday morning, watch Santa and his helpers parade through the neighborhood in their big red firetruck. Stops will be for roughly 2 minutes unless otherwise noted. Track Santa on our Facebook group at on.fb. me/14RFvpz. After a short break for cookies and milk, Santa will head to the Country Club for hot chocolate, cookies, and photos from 3:30-5:30 pm.

CANDY WILL ONLY BE PASSED OUT AT SANTA STOPS, SO CHECK THE STOP LOCATIONS ON THE NEXT PAGE.

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SANTA STOPS

Intersection of Marlington Drive and: 10:50 am Brawner Drive 10:53 am Moncure Court

Intersection of Holleyside Drive and: 9:03 am Huntgate Drive 9:06 am Millspring Drive 9:09 am Sugar Maple Lane

10:58 am 11:03 am

9:00 am

Santa Departs the MPOA Office

Intersection of Tallowwood Drive and: 9:12 am Wintercress Court 9:15 am Camellia Lane Intersection of Lindenberry Lane and: 9:18 am Camellia Lane 9:21 am Silverleaf Court 9:26 am

Spring Branch Boulevard Cul-de-Sac

Intersection of Widewater Drive and Montview Drive Intersection of Viewpoint Circle and Lansdale Place

Intersection of Breezeway and: 11:08 am Outlook Place 11:11 am Windward Court 11:15 am

Southlake Recreation Center

11:30 am 11:33 am

Santa Departs Southlake Recreation Center Intersection of Marbury Heights Way and Olivia Way

Intersection of Hopkins Drive and: 11:40 am Montview Drive 11:45 am Marlington Drive

Intersection of Spring Branch Boulevard and: 9:29 am Beachwater Court 9:32 am Inlet Place 9:37 am Woodglen Court 9:40 am Holleyside Drive

Intersection of Edgewood Drive and: 12:10 pm Cypress Court 12:15 pm Kings Valley Court 12:20 pm Prestwick Drive

9:43 am

Intersection of Dalebrook Drive and: 12:25 pm Northgate Drive 12:30 pm Lazy Day Lane

Entrance to Island Homes

Intersection of Maywood Drive and: 9:48 am Timber Ridge Drive 9:53 am Edgehill Drive Intersection of Beachview Drive and: 9:58 am Battersea Road 10:03 am Skyline Drive Intersection of Loganberry Lane and: 10:08 am Silvan Glen Drive 10:11 am Golf Club Drive 10:16 am 10:18 am 10:23 am

Fallstone Place Cul-de-Sac Fallstone Place and Thistle Court Avon Drive & Beaver Dam Road

Intersection of Vista Drive and: 12:35 pm Dalebrook Drive 12:38 pm Singletree Lane 12:41 pm Buck Lane 12:45 pm 12:48 pm

Northgate Drive Cul-de-Sac Intersection of Northgate Drive and Oriole Court

Intersection of Edgewood Drive and: 12:51 pm Buckingham Court 12:54 pm Brandywine Road 1:00 pm 1:05 pm 1:08 pm

Intersection of Cranberry Court and Cindy Lane Windsong Lane Cul-de-Sac Intersection of Windsong Lane and Kenton Circle

Intersection of Fairway Drive and: 10:28 am Candlestick Court 10:31 am Ashgrove Drive

Intersection of Cliffview Drive and: 1:13 pm Jonathan Court 1:16 pm Barrington Place

10:35 am

Dolphin Beach

10:45 am

Santa Departs Dolphin Beach

1:18 pm 1:21 pm 1:25 pm

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Intersection of Golf Club Drive and Ridgewood Court Intersection of Larkspur Lane and Mimosa Trail Kids Dominion

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News Around the Community Boy Scouts

Troop 35 By Matthew LaGrange, Troop Scribe November was another busy month in Troop 35 with scouts balancing Scout activities, homework, and the Thanksgiving holiday. The first two Saturdays of the month we participated in the annual Scouting for Food Drive to help families that are less fortunate than ourselves. Scouts passed out collection bags in local neighborhoods asking residents to donate nonperishable foods. With gratitude, the Scouts returned the following weekend to collect the bags of food. We thank the Montclair community for its participation in making this food drive a success. Also in November the troop held a special Court of Honor to present Life Scout Nick Guernsey with the Medal of Merit for saving a man’s life. Earlier this year, Nick was on his way to school and noticed a man in a parking lot who appeared to be having a heart attack. Nicholas reacted with skills he learned in the Boy Scouts. While the man’s son called 911, Nicholas got the man out of the car and performed CPR until the ambulance arrived. He then stayed until the police arrived telling them what happened and comforted the THE MONTCLAIRION • DECEMBER 2013

son until the other family members arrived. Nicholas was later told that the man would not have survived had Nicholas not put his Boy Scout skills to use and helped the man who eventually recovered following triple bypass surgery. Troop 35 is very proud of Nicholas and how he put the Boy Scout Motto of “Be Prepared” into action when it counted. We held our monthly campout at American Legion Post 28 where we had a really fun time with Webelos visiting from local Cub Scout Packs. We played Ultimate Frisbee, a good long game of football, and taught the Webelos some new scout skills. Troop 35 congratulates another Scout for earning the rank of Eagle. Tyler Beil completed the rank of Eagle adding his name to Troop 35’s Eagle Honor Roll. If you or someone you know is interested in scouting, please contact Scoutmaster Dave Legge at troop35scoutmaster@gmail.com or visit the troop website at http://www. troop35dumfries.com/index.html. A boy scout is always prepared. Troop 35 is prepared to welcome you.

Groups

Montclair Lions Club Winter Classic Sales Begin What is just in time for Montclair poker player stocking stuffers? A Texas Hold-em tournament ticket they will love to receive! At 12 pm on Saturday, February 22nd the 2014 Winter Classic Charity Texas Hold-em Tournament will return to the DumfriesTriangle Rescue Squad 3R, located on Graham Park Road. The Winter Classic has grown to be one of the largest and most competitive charity Texas Hold-em events in Northern Virginia. Sponsored by the Montclair Lions Club, the Winter Classic is limited to 200 players and features a prize pool that will exceed $3,000 in gifts and services. 2014 sponsors already include the Washington Nationals, Delta Airlines, Route 1 Buick/GMC, bbbMasonary and Community Landscape Services. Our 2013 winners enjoyed valuable prizes from our many generous sponsors including a Deluxe Texas Hold-em poker table and engraved silver winners bracelet; a 32” HD TV; designer jewelry from Quinn’s Goldsmiths; baseline reserved seats from the Washington Nationals; a foursome round of golf at the Montclair Country Club; framed collectable 21

News Around the Community sports art from the Framing Outlet; gourmet dinner and a movie from Giorgio’s Family Restaurant; custom car detailing from Route 1 Buick/GMC and a designer poker chip set sponsored by Jabs Construction. Only fourteen Table Sponsorships, which includes one sponsor seat to play, remain available for a $150 donation. To reserve a table sponsorship, or to obtain ticket information, please contact Lions Jim Cech (703) 680-2363, Dave Marr (703) 371-9587, or Mike Powers (703) 986-0547 or email Montclair_lions.texas.hold_em@verizon.net. Mail order reserved seat tickets can now be obtained by sending a $50 check/money order donation to: Montclair Lions Charities P.O. Box 246 Dumfries, VA 22026 Please include a return self-addressed stamped envelope if you do not wish to wait for your tickets at Paid Will-Call. Annual Bland Music Competition The Montclair Lions Club is also a proud sponsor of the Zone 24a local/Zone Bland competition, for an extraordinary music talent, in late January. We are seeking to sponsor qualified entries from interested young vocalists and instrumentalists from the Montclair, Forest Park area. Home school candidates are welcome. There are both instrumental and vocal divisions. The state competition is held the opening night of the Lions State Convention every year in May. Over $25,000 is awarded annually in this statewide contest. Independent music professionals provide judging at all levels. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Lion Evelyn Marr via email at remlik@verizon.net. Past Montclair Lions Club sponsored students have successfully competed in the state final. 2013 White House Ornaments Thank you Montclair for your continued support of our annual White House Christmas ornaments sale. Any remaining 2013 ornaments can be obtained by contacting Tina Cech at (703) 680-2363 or Lion Betsey Austin at (703) 583-0543. Proceeds from these sales, and our Texas Hold-em event, support Lions 22

charities including sight and hearing screening of elementary school age children, eyeglasses for local residents who cannot afford them, the Bland music competition, ACTS, and Azalea Charities support for our Wounded Veterans and their families. Help us recycle your used eyewear! Please drop off your used eyewear at the MPOA office or at the office of Dr. Conrad DDS & Associated, located at the Country Club entrance to Montclair, on Waterway Drive. The Montclair Lions meet the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month at the Montclair Country Club. An open invitation exists for anyone who would like to join us in Lions fellowship and community service. Additional information about Montclair Lions activities is available at our website at: http://www.orgsites.com/va/ montclair-lions/.

Schools

Henderson Elementary On October 30, Henderson’s students ran 2535 laps in our second Boosterthon Fun Run; the culmination of a week of learning about choosing fitness, healthy eating and character! Despite the rain, there were bright smiles everywhere as parents and faculty cheered for our Huskies as they ran laps through the huge Boosterthon tunnel and around the café/ gym! A gigantic THANK YOU to the teachers and families who supported this super-fun and worthy event! The pledges we received resulted in a profit of over $15,000, which will be used for new technology, after-school clubs and so much more! If you made a pledge but haven’t paid yet, it’s not too late! You can send your tax-deductible donation by check to school in an envelope marked “PTCO” or pay online at www.funrun.com using the email address you used to enter in your student’s pledge. Please also email the link to anyone on your pledge list who hasn’t sent payment yet (it’s easier than sending a check)! For the 11th year, Henderson has received Prince William County Schools’ School of Excellence award, earning a phenomenal 100 points out of 100! Schools that attain this designation must demonstrate high levels of performance including being fully accredited by the state, making Adequate Yearly Progress under the No Child Left Behind Act and achieving an overall score of 90 or more out

of 100 points on PWCS’s Strategic Planbased measures. In addition, in the past few years, our school has risen from 20th to 7th in PWCS’s ranking of top elementary schools! Add to those amazing numbers the fact that Henderson is our county’s first Focus School for Children’s Engineering and we have so many reasons to feel incredibly proud of our school’s amazing students, teachers and administration! Macbook Laptop Needed! Our PTCO bought 20 iPads for Henderson Elementary and a syncing cart which also stores and charges them. However, we didn’t realize that the cart can only sync the iPads using a Macbook computer. As a result, our wonderful ITRT teacher, Sarah Willey, has had to manually sync all the apps and software on all 20 iPads, so finding a Macbook is essential. If anyone in the community has a Macbook they’d be willing to donate, we would be SO grateful and a tax-deductible receipt can be provided. The model needs to be a MacBook (Late 2008 Aluminum, Early 2009 or newer), MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer) or MacBook Air (Late 2008 or newer). Please contact Gabrielle Goggin, Donations Coordinator, at cakeartist@verizon.net or (703) 590-2966. Henderson’s second Indoor Outdoor Rummage Sale will be held on Saturday, March 22. Please consider donating your unwanted items to the indoor rummage sale. Your donations are tax-deductible and will be collected during the week prior to the event. Watch this space for more details in future Montclairion issues. For questions about the indoor sale/donations, contact Gabrielle Goggin at cakeartist@verizon.net or (703) 590-2966. For questions about the outdoor sale/renting spaces, contact Jennifer Buser bsbuser@verizon.net. Stay in touch with news and info about these and other events by visiting the PTCO webpage at www.ptco.hendersones.schools. pwcs.edu or on Facebook at www.facebook. com/HendersonPTCO. Local schools & groups: submit your article to newsletter@montclairva.com by the 5th of the month to be included in News Around the Community.

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Around Town - Ongoing Events 100 Under 200 Daily in December Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton 100 artists exhibiting work priced less than $200. An unrestrained gallery exhibit by the 100 Artists at the Workhouse exhibiting multiple works-of-art each priced less than $200. Free flowing and ever changing; the exhibit will have new art on view each week. Visit and bring a work-of-art home the same day - add to your home or find the perfect unique gift everyone will remember at an easy to love price. FREE Bingo Sundays, 2-4:30 pm & Mondays, 7:15-10:30 pm Woodbridge American Legion, Woodbridge The Woodbridge American Legion has Bingo open to the public. No age limit other than 18 for pull tabs. Games include regular bingo, progressive games and pull tabs. Play more cards at one time with our electronic boards too! Doors open an hour before games start. No outside food please. Drumming with Dishes: Holiday Edition December 3rd-8th & 11st Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton What happens when you invite someone very different from you to come over to play? Just such an adventure awaits a toddler when she introduces her shy imaginary friend to a very special kitchen, where instead of food, they’ll cook up beautiful music! This gentle, playful adventure celebrates friendship and turning the ordinary into the extraordinary as you never know just what will become a musical instrument next. Pasta box shakers and dishes drumming away with spoons are just some of the friendly surprises that encourage a child’s sense of play. And as our heroine empowers her timid friend

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to create music, we discover just what wonders can be accomplished when we all work together. Celebrate in this child’s kitchen as she introduces her imaginary friend to what makes the holiday season the most wonderful time of the year. This whimsical production is a 35-minute interactive, non-verbal show, which features two adult actors and a musician. Geared towards children ages 2-6. Visit workhousearts.org for times. Tickets are $8. $ Find the FIVE Golden Tickets in Old Town Daily through December 5th Old Town Manassas The Golden Ticket is somewhere in Old Town Manassas! In the movie Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, a young boy finds a golden ticket that wins him a chance to tour the fantastic candy factory. Historic Manassas, Inc. has come up with the idea of the Merry Old Town Chocolate Bar. On Tuesday, November 4th, the Merry Old Town Chocolate Bar went on sale at participating merchants in Old Town Manassas. Five of these milk chocolate bars contain the prized Golden Ticket. The lucky children that find the Golden Tickets will win the opportunity to be Santa’s guest on his float in the 68th Annual Greater Manassas Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 7th. A parent or guardian will be able to accompany the winner, if necessary. FREE In Santa, We Believe! Saturdays in December, 1 pm Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton LIVE onstage! Join us for an afternoon of adventure with Vianlix Mestey’s original story! Just when you thought everything was going great, Santa’s workshop grinds to a halt! Will Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves do what it takes to make sure

Christmas Day happens? Come find out, as this tune-filled story unfolds. Tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for children under 12. $$ Ultimate Frisbee Saturdays in December, 9 am Southlake Recreation Center, Montclair A group of neighbors get together for a friendly game of ultimate frisbee on Saturday mornings. If you would like to play, please contact Frank at (703) 583-8680. All ages and abilities are welcome! No experience necessary. FREE Workhouse Farmers Market Thursdays in December, 3-7 pm Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton Smart Markets of Northern Virginia is the newest arrival to the farmers market scene in Northern Virginia, providing guaranteed producer-only markets for the region’s discerning shoppers. Visit the Workhouse Farmers Market every Thursday for locally grown fruits and vegetables, locally raised meats and poultry, and local foods from breads and cheeses to salsa and sausage. FREE

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Values are calculated per person. Event locations may have entrance fees. Remember to check the location’s website for updated fee and ticket information

Around Town - December Events Sun 1

Chanticleer: A Chanticleer Christmas 4-6 pm Hylton Performing Arts Center, Manassas The holiday season begins with the glorious sounds of 12 male voices whose annual concert is quickly becoming a Thanksgiving weekend tradition at the Hylton Center. This celebrated Grammy Awardwinning a cappella group ushers in Christmas with a magnificent program of music from throughout the ages including seasonal songs, classics, and a selection of festive and familiar carols and spirituals. Celebrating its 35th anniversary, Chanticleer has been lauded by both audiences and critics worldwide for mastering over a thousand years of vocal literature with its rapturous sound and impeccable technique. Tickets are $34, $42, or $50. $$$$

Fri 6

Merry Old Town 5:30-8 pm Manassas Museum, Manassas Make time to enjoy old-fashioned family fun at the Merry Old Town celebration in Old Town Manassas! The holiday fun begins at 5:30 pm with holiday music and at 6 pm when santa arrives at the Manassas Depot via VRE train. The Annual Christmas Tree Lighting will be at 6:30 pm at the Manassas Museum. Take a free hayride around Old Town and go for a skate at the Harris Pavilion ice rink. Of course, Santa will hear the Christmas wishes of all the children at the Harris Pavilion gazebo. FREE

Danú: Christmas in Ireland:An Nollaig in Éirinn 8-10 pm Hylton Performing Arts Center, Manassas Enjoy a Celtic Christmas celebration straight from the Emerald Isle. Hailing from County Waterford, Danú performs traditional Irish music of the season in a very special holiday treat for young and old alike. This award-winning group is one of today’s leading Irish bands with a large worldwide following due to its authentic and spirited performances, mastery of traditional Celtic instruments, and striking vocals. Bring the entire family out for high-spirited festivity featuring traditional Irish songs and Christmas carols. Tickets are $34, $42, or $50. $$$$

Sat 7

68th Annual Greater Manassas Christmas Parade 10 am-12 pm Old Town Manassas Join us for the 68th Annual Greater Manassas Christmas Parade on December 7th. Please visit www.gmchristmasparade.org for details, including parade route. FREE A Rippon Lodge Christmas 5-8 pm Rippon Lodge Historic Site, Woodbridge Take a candlelight tour of Rippon Lodge and experience holiday celebrations from colonial Virginia through WWII. Visit with Santa in the cabin during your stay. Tours on the half hour. Reservations required for candlelight tours but not for visiting Santa. Visits to Santa are free for everyone. Please dress for the weather; some activities are outdoors. Tickets are $10 per person, children under 6 are free. $

Cabaret Series: Home for the Holidays 8 pm Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton Hop into the sleigh and enjoy the ride as we present some of the most memorable songs from the holiday season! Featuring music from our favorite holiday films and those December television perennials, our cabaret cast will start the holiday season on the right note! Tickets are $25 and include planche campagnarde. $$

Sun 8

Old Town Merchant Open House 12-5 pm Old Town Manassas A Merchant’s Open House will be held throughout the Shops of Old Town including Center and Main Streets and the beautiful promenade between Battle and West Streets. There will be refreshments in every store, entertainment in some stores and Santa will be on the walkway for photos. FREE Cabaret Series: Home for the Holidays 1 pm Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton See Saturday, December 7th information. $$ Free Carriage Rides 1-4 pm Manassas Train Station Free carriage rides will leave from the Train Depot and take you around Old Town. FREE

Mon 9

Look Good... Feel Better 7 pm Prince William Hospital, Manassas This free program is designed to help women with cancer cope with some of the physical changes in appearance that we associate with cancer treatment. It includes instructions in make-up techniques, choosing and caring for a wig (to compensate for temporary hair loss) and expert advice on using scarves and turbans to the best effect. Certified cosmetologists share advice and demonstrate creative solutions to cosmetic problems. All participants receive their own bag of new make-up supplies. It’s fun, enlightening, and can really make you feel better! There is no charge for this event, but reservations are required. Call (703) 895-4857 to reserve your seat. FREE

Manassas Christmas Parade - December 7

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Around Town - December Events Tue 10

Joy to the World - A Christmas Luncheon 12-1:30 pm Montclair Country Club $18 per person at the Montclair Country Club. Come and celebrate the start of the holidays with Kathryn Brunner singing and leading us in lovely Christmas music. Don’t be scrooged, bring your Christmas Spirit by wearing your red and green festive attire and a loving warm attitute. A motivational speaker named Fran Kashchy from Orlando, FL will be speaking on “Fairy tales can come true...it can happen to you.” Be assured, you will go out excited about celebrating Christmas this year. Reservations are required and due by December 5th. Send reservations by email to autm4est@gmail.com. $$

Fri 13

Holiday Pops: Songs of the Season 8-10 pm Hylton Performing Arts Center, Manassas Capture the sheer joy of the Christmas season when this talented pops orchestra comes home for the holidays with a jubilant concert of cherished Christmas carols, holiday tunes, guest soloists, and the traditional sing-along. This festive evening also includes performances by the American Festival Pops Brass Quintet playing A Canadian Brass Christmas, Rick Davis with the narration of “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” and a program that includes such sentimental favorites as “Christmas Festival” by Leroy Anderson, “Jingle Bells Forever,” “Hanukkah Rhapsody,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” and more. Under the baton and leadership of founder and artistic director Anthony Maiello, these gifted musicians from the greater DC area bring an evening that is sure to fill everyone with Christmas cheer. Tickets are $34, $42, or $50. $$ One Night Stands 8 pm Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton In concert, one night only, featuring solo cabaret performers from the DC area. Two performers each night, each performing a solo 45 minute set. This date features Joanne Schmoll and Erin Driscoll Gardiner, with Jacob Kidder on piano. Tickets are $15-25 and include light fare. $$

Sat 14

Saturday with Santa Varying Locations, Montclair Don’t miss Montclair’s own holiday celebration! Start the day by watching Santa ride by your house on his firetruck. Then, meet Santa at the Montclair Country Club for crafts, snacks, and a picture. See page 18 for more information. FREE

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Saturday with Santa - December 14th 39th Annual Christmas-Holiday Parade 12 pm Main Street, Dumfries The Town of Dumfries cordially invites you to our annual Christmas-Holiday parade. Bring the entire family out as we celebrate the holiday season! FREE A Visit from Santa 1-7 pm Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, Bristow In December of 1862, artist Thomas Nast made one of the first known illustrations of Santa Claus. Santa was shown giving gifts to soldiers in the field at Fredericksburg, Virginia during the American Civil War. This year, Santa will dust off that old suit he wore back then and make an appearance at Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre. Guests can make old-time holiday decorations and Pomander balls with citrus fruit and cloves to take home for decorating their tree or give as gifts. Pictures with Santa available at $5 for 4x6 or $10 for 8x10. FREE

Slave Holidays at Ben Lomond 5-7 pm Ben Lomond Historic Site, Manassas Take a candlelight tour of the main house and slave quarters for a look at how the enslaved community celebrated the holidays, as well as efforts to resist the institution that kept them enslaved. Living history vignettes will portray some of the enslaved workers at Ben Lomond to bring their stories to life and give you a unique perspective into this period of American history. Tours every half hour. Cost is $7 per person and free for children under six. Advanced reservations are recommended; call (703) 367-7872. $

Brentsville Holiday Concerts 1-7 pm Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, Bristow Get in the holiday spirit with an evening of seasonal music at the beautiful and historic Brentsville Union Church. Two concerts will be performed by the Brentsville District High School Chorus. Enjoy hot cider and cookies by a warm bonfire. FREE

2nd Saturday Art Walk 6-9 pm Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton The 2nd Saturday Art Walk at the Workhouse showcases the diverse work of more than 100 visual artists in a unique historic venue, creating an atmosphere that encourages visitors to immerse themselves in the richness of this creative community. Guests can tour seven unique studio buildings, mix and mingle with artists, buy original works of art, experience ever-changing exhibitions and meet featured artists, all while enjoying light refreshments and music. The social atmosphere of the monthly art walk makes it the perfect destination for a date night or girls’ night out, as well as for art collectors and art appreciation groups alike. FREE

Santa and Mrs. Claus 3-5 pm National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle Join us at the Museum to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, create a holiday craft, and write a letter to the North Pole. FREE

Cecil Ray Comedy Club 7 pm Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton Host Cecil Ray leads the proceedings in a night of laughter with guest comedians from the midAtlantic region. Tickets are $20-30. $$$

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A Visit from Santa 1-7 pm Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, Bristow See Saturday, December 14th information. FREE Family Concert: Santa’s North Pole Sing-A-Long 2 Sesssions: 2 pm & 5 pm Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton Santa and his singing elves lead a spirited and interactive sing-a-long of holiday favorites, including some Reindeer Games for the whole family to enjoy! Tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for youths. $$ Vienna Boys Choir: Christmas in Vienna 4-6 pm Hylton Performing Arts Center, Manassas Nothing evokes the joy and magic of the Christmas season quite like the celestial voices of these extraordinary youngsters. In this special holiday concert, the Vienna Boys Choir presents an afternoon performance filled with Christmas spirit, singing everything from Gregorian chant and traditional Christmas carols to popular holiday favorites and songs from around the world. This celebrated choir has been synonymous with fine choral music for over half a millenium and has collaborated with some of the world’s great composers, such as Mozart and Bruckner; Franz Schubert was himself a chorister. This is truly an enchanting musical experience for the entire family. Tickets are $34, $42, or $50. $$$$

Sat 21

Civil War Christmas 10 am - 4 pm Leesylvania State Park, Woodbridge See the park’s very own jolly Civil War era Santa in his handmade, festive suit. Bring the entire family out for an afternoon of holiday cheer. Enjoy period music, costumed interpreters and light refreshments. Make decorations as folks during the Civil War did. Bring a camera for pictures with Santa. It’s $2 per person or $6 per family. Manassas Chanticleers will sing carols on the 21st from 11 am to 2 pm. $ Ballroom Social Dance - Waltz 7:30-10:30 pm Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton Get on your dancing shoes and come out to the Workhouse for an evening of social ballroom dance led by one of our instructors. Start your evening by learning some new moves with a ballroom minilesson! Mini-lesson begins at 7:30 pm and is $5 per person. Then take your new moves to the dance floor when open dancing begins at 8 pm. Open dance is $10 per person. There is no need to get fancy unless you feel like it - the dress code is casual. All skill levels are welcome -- even if you have two left feet! $

Vienna Boys Choir - December 15th Christmas Concert: O, Holy Night 7:30 pm Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton Our carolers perform some of the world’s most beautiful music in this concert to honor the holiday. Joining our talented soloists will be a vocal ensemble comprised of regional high school students. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for youths. $$

Sun 22

Civil War Christmas 10 am - 3 pm Leesylvania State Park, Woodbridge See Saturday, December 21st information. $

Sat 28

Cool Cow Comedy Night 2 Sessions: 7 pm & Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton Each month (and sometimes twice a month) Cool Cow Comedy’s headliners and featured performers take the stage in the W-3 Theatre. Host and Comedian Rahmein Mostafavi (who has performed stand-up as such venues as DC Improv, Richmond Funny Bone and Caroline’s on Broadway) leads regular sold out shows, making Cool Cow a staple of the entertainment options in Lorton! Tickets are $15-20. $$

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MPOA Sub-Associations Alexander Square Homeowners Assoc. Alexander Pl. & Henderson Ln. President, Mike Powers - (703) 583-0654 Disclosures & Billing Joan Klein - (703) 491-6218 General Information AlexanderSquareHOA@gmail.com Island Homeowners Association Keswick Ct., Royal Crescent Ct., & Timber Ridge Dr. President, Pat Hall - (703) 878-7957 Disclosures, Ruth Gordon - (571) 285-3090 Northside Townhome Association Bridgeport Dr., Maple Glen Ct., Mill Spring Dr., Oak Crest Ct., & Sugar Maple Ln. Community Manager, Champions Mgmt. Patricia Wilkens - (703) 335-9029

Community Information Board of Directors Meetings

The Board of Directors meets the second Wednesday of the month at the MPOA office. The Executive (closed) Session of the meeting begins at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Open Session for all residents and guests at 7:30 p.m.

Assessments

Assessments are $510 when paid in full, or $53 when paid monthly. Monthly assessments are due on the first of the month, May through February. Any assessment not received within ten days of the due date will incur a $45 late fee. Payments placed in the dropbox at the MPOA office after 5 p.m. on the 10th will not be processed until the next business day and will be considered late. Please mail assessment payments along with payment coupons to: Montclair POA c/o FirstService Residential PO Box 11983 Newark, NJ 07101-4983

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Trash Collection

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The Montclairion

The Montclairion, Montclair’s monthly publication, has advertising space available on a first come, first served basis. Please call to verify space availability. Display Ads 1/8 Page (3.5” x 2.25”). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $90 1/4 Page (3.5” x 4.5”). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Classified Ads MPOA Residents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$6.50 Non-MPOA Residents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$8.75 Prices listed above are for ads up to 20 words. There is an additional fee of 35 cents per word after the first 20. Classified ads may not be longer than 50 words. Insert Ads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $686 Full-page inserts are available with prior approval from the editor. Advertisers must submit their ad by the 5th of the previous month with full payment prior to publication. Ad Deadline No later than the 5th day of the month prior to publication. Contact Information Samantha Bates - (703) 670-6187 newsletter@montclairva.com

Nob Hill Forest Townhome Association Cliffview Dr., Jonathan Ct., Kenton Cir., Vals Way, Whisperwood Ct., & Windsong Ln. Community Manager Lin Stauffer - (703) 670-2376 President, Catherine Kudrick Southlake Cove Townhome Association Barnacle Pl., Beachland Way, Buena Vista Dr., Ebb Tide Ct., Lands End Ct., Lansdale Pl., London Pl., Marshlake Ln., Port Washington Ct., Sanibel Ct., Seal Pl., Viewpoint Ci., & Winding Creek Ln. Community Manager Lin Stauffer - (703) 670-2376 President, Guillermo Garcia Southlake Landing Townhome Association Backwater Ct., Montview Dr., Saltwater Dr., & Widewater Dr. Community Manager Lin Stauffer - (703) 670-2376 President, Barbara Smith Southlake Recreation Association Community Manager Lin Stauffer - (703) 670-2376 Chairman, Dan Schwemmer www.SouthlakeRecreation.com Water’s Edge Townhome Association Beachwater Ct., Inlet Pl., Spring Branch Blvd., Streamside Ct., & Waters Edge Ct. Voicemail - (703) 580-5554 President Tony Blevins - tblev3@yahoo.com Disclosures & Billing Joan Klein - (703) 491-6218 www.WETAatMontclair.com

Classifieds Childcare

Childcare Childcare in my Montclair home, grandmother, 25 years’ experience. Accepting ages 0-5. CPR certified, Kindergarten readiness, outdoors play area, large indoor fully stocked playroom, arts & crafts, excellent references. M-F 6:30-5:30. Call Brenda (703) 670-3247.

Cleaning

A+ Flower Fresh Home Cleaning Flower Fresh Home Cleaning, servicing happy Montclair residents for 25 years. Come home to a Flower Fresh house. Amazing references. Call Michelle (703) 878-3486. B&L Cleaning Service 20 years experience, owner operated. References available by Montclair residents. Military discount. Bond/insured call for free estimates. (703) 216-7329 www.bl-cleaningservice.com Cleaning Service 10 years’ experience. Affordable price. Reliable. References available. (703) 973-1680. House Cleaning by Husband & Wife Team Experienced and owner-operated. References available. FREE estimates. $25.00 OFF first cleaning for new customers. Bonded & insured. Call Billy for free consultation, (703) 232-9036. KB Cleaning Residential and commercial cleaning. Ten years experience. Free estimates, reasonable rates, and references. Licensed, bonded, and insured. Call (703) 680-6906. MaidPro Let us do the dirty work. Call MaidPro today to discuss your specific cleaning needs (703) 583-4111 or visit us at www.maidpro.com for a free, quick estimate. Discounts available. Bonded & insured. Marlens Enterprise Super cleaning service. Commercial/residential. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, move-in/out. Professional service. Rugs, carpet cleaning, upholstery, fabric cleaning. Tel (571) 643-6849. Great prices. marlensmaids@hotmail.com. Many years’ experience. Orange Rozes Cleaning Inc.Com Flexible scheduling and prices. 15 years of service. Maids background checks, residential, commercial, move in/out, specific needs. Lots of cleaning in Montclair now! Visit our website! Call (540) 785-6320.

R&M Cleaning Services/House Cleaning Reliable experience, good references, flexible scheduling, reasonable rates. We bring our own equipment. Weekly, biweekly, monthly, occasionally, move in/out, offices. For free in-home estimate, call Maryen/Raul at (703) 321-5335. Tidy Maid House Cleaning House cleaning/office cleaning, move in/out. Licensed & insured. 22 years’ experience. Excellent references. Small business owner. (571) 228-7572. www.amazingmaid.amawebs.com

Home Improvement

A-1 Drywall Doctor & Water Damage Repairs Drywall finishing, repairs and installation. Painting and water damage analysis. Customer satisfaction is our specialty. Montclair resident over 20 years. (571) 481-0558. A-Awesome Service! Joel Riggs Home Repair Kitchen, bath remodeling, interior/exterior painting, carpentry, wood rot repairs, drywall, realtors pre/post listing fix ups and homeowner violations. WE DO IT ALL! VA Class A Licensed/ Insured. Safe, fast, reliable. 25 years experience N. VA. Call Joel (703) 929-4676. A&D Home Improvements Kitchen, bathroom, plumbing repairs, drywall, paint all interior wood trim, rotten wood, tile and laminate floors, replace doors. Licensed & insured. Free estimates (540) 628-4151. Cell (540) 288-7222. AAAA! Customer Service IS OUR GOAL! Remodel kitchens, baths, basements, painting, caulking, drywall, wood rot, doors, windows, flooring, decks and repairs, more! Licensed and insured! (703) 730-2327; info@allbycode.net AAAAA Basements, baths, kitchens, deck and fence repair, power washing, exterior wood rot, drywall finishing and repair, crown molding, foreclosure specialist and more. 28 years’ experience. Licensed & insured. Free estimate - (703) 987-5096. A Picture Perfect Home Improvement Loyal 12-year Montclairion advertiser! Licensed, bonded, insured. Exterior/interior remodel basement, bath, kitchen, decks, painting, etc. Handyman services available. If it can be done, we can do it! BBB member. NO MONEY DOWN! Call Mike (703) 590-3187. www.pphionline.com Air Duct Cleaning Dryer vent cleaning, furnace and A/C cleaning, chemical cleaning of the blower and coil. Heating and cooling maintenance. (703) 580-1835.

At My Painter Interior and exterior painting, power washing, deck & fence staining. Prompt and reliable. Quality work at a reasonable rate. FREE ESTIMATES. (703) 615-0923. Owner operated (USMC Ret.). B&L Handyman Father and son team, longtime Montclair residents, specializing in decks, finishing basements, power washing, deck staining, electrical, gutter cleaning, etc. Reasonable rates, free estimates, bonded and insured. References available. Call (703) 670-3247. Brickwork All types of brick construction and repair; chimneys, patios, sidewalks, etc. Masonry contractor with 20 years experience. Montclair resident, references, free estimates. Call Ken Bradshaw at (703) 368-0984. C&R Ceramic Tile & Marble Fully licensed and insured. Complete bathroom remodel, kitchen floors, backsplashes, foyers, patios, etc. Exceptional references. Please call for a free estimate. (571) 237-5483 or email cnrtile@yahoo.com Cabinet Masters Bathroom vanities, kitchen, storage cabinets. Pull out drawers and organizing solutions. Granite, laminate and solid surface countertops. Home and office workstations, closet organization, bookcases and wet bars. Full service design and installation company with over 20 years of experience. Montclair resident with references. Licensed and insured. Free estimates (703) 331-5781; sales@ cabinet-master.com. Climatrol Heating & Cooling Corp (703) 981-6664, www.climatrolhvac.com. Only $79.95 for heating and cooling system inspections or diagnostic service fee. Get 10% off discount on repairs with this ad. Free second opinion on heat exchanger and compressors. Family owned, operated, licensed and insured small business. Our prices are extremely competitive and our service is thorough. D. Woolfrey Home Improvements Kitchen, bathroom, plumbing repairs, drywall, paint all interior wood trim, rotten wood, doors, tile and laminate floors. 40 years experience. Licensed & insured. Free estimates (540) 628-4151, Cell (540) 288-7222. Electrical Work Small jobs OK! Switches, outlets, new circuits, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, tubs and spas, service upgrades, basements, home inspection services, more! Licensed, insured! (703) 296-2867; info@allbycode.net

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Classifieds Fred’s Finest Paintings Paint interiors and exteriors, remove wallpaper, power wash homes and decks and stain, minor wood repairs. Licensed and insured. FREE estimates. Business (703) 878-4872, cell (703) 966-7030. G&S Carpet Services Affordable steam cleaning. Rugs, furniture, pet stains/odors, water damage. Insured. 3 areas, $60. 8 areas, $120. 10 areas, $160. (703) 987-0359. Garage Floor Paint Never used 3 gallons (color-sandstone) - $70.00 for all. Phone: (703) 680-2902. Grout/Tile Restoration Regrouting, grout staining, tile repair, steam clean/ seal caulking. Call Dale with Grout Masters of Virginia. (703) 468-1733. Gutter Cleaning No mess left behind. Clean downspouts, re-nail loose nails and gutter repair. (703) 580-1835. Handyman Services Gutter cleaning, carpentry, power washing, hauling, electrical, drywall repairs, complete home maintenance. (703) 580-1835. Home Management Services, LLC HMS - All your home needs! Home inspections, additions, basements, kitchens, bathrooms, decks, paint, electrical, plumbing. Call Brian Michael (757) 613-8440, hmservices3322@gmail.com. Mike’s Handyman Services 20 years’ experience, free estimates. (703) 2822685. Neighborhood Garage Doors Repair and replacement of residential garage doors and openers. Local, family-owned and operated. (703) 680-5716. neighborhoodgaragedoors@yahoo.com Painting Interior & Exterior 20 years experience. Neat, clean, reliable. Licensed and insured. Decks/wallpaper. References available. Call Steve Chute (571) 216-9338. R.A.F. Painting & Pressure Washing, Lic & Ins Interior and exterior painting, pressure washing, deck staining. From hundreds of satisfied residential customers from St. Mary’s Cathedral to historic Goolricks Pharmacy. “Integrity, reliability and meticulous workmanship” never jumping back and forth between projects, payment upon completion. Always one home at a time. FREE estimates and sterling references. (540) 720-1713 or (540) 273-1781.

Woolfrey Const. Affordable prices. Plumbing repairs kit and bathroom. Laminate flooring, tile floors, drywall repair, painting, rotten wood, deck & fence work. Licensed & insured. 40 years’ experience. Free estimates (540) 288-7222. (540) 628-4151.

Landscaping/Lawncare

Aguilars Tree Service LLC Your tree and landscaping pro’s. No job too big or too small. “We do it all.” From tree removal, stump grinding, lot clearing and tree topping to mulching, planting and much more. Call for free estimates. (540) 212-1370. At My Landscaper Free estimates for all your landscape needs. Mowing, fertilization, mulching, landscape installation, seeding and sod. Retainer walls and much more. Locally owned and operated, Montclair resident. Major credit accepted. Call today for your free estimate. (703) 795-7788. Blue Ridge Landscaping Mulching, planting, fall cleanups, drainage solutions, sod installation and more. Visit us online at BlueRidgeLandscapingVA.com or call (540) 710-4616. Free estimates. Charles Jenkins Tree Service Lot cleaning, topping, trimming, mulching, edging, fertilizing, tree removal, spraying, and seasoned firewood and mulch delivery. Remove unwanted vehicles. (703) 512-9166. Cutters Lawn Care Core aeration, overseeding, fertilizer programs, soil testing. Please call (703) 670-3765. HJM Landscaping Services Tree removal, concrete, flat stone, brick stone, deck, fence, mulching, and snow removal. Herbert Diaz tel/fax (703) 680-5092, cell (703) 403-1531. 15658 Bakersfield Street, Woodbridge, VA 22193. Email: hherbert800@hotmail.com. Landscaping and Lawn Services Services included gutter cleaning, mulching, patios, walkways, lawn cutting, sod, tree removal, plus. Please call Marvin at (571) 247-4941 or (703) 8533711. Martin’s Lawn Service Weekly mowing-spring clean ups, hedge trimming, mulching. Free estimates. Please call (703) 580-0774. Tree Service Trimming, trees cutdown, stumps grinded down. Call Ken (703) 368-0984. Montclair resident over 20 years.

Lessons/Tutor

Piano Lessons All ages, day & evenings homeschoolers beginning through intermediate M-Sat 25 years’ experience. Call Joan (703) 590-4454. Need A Tutor? Call Nova Tutors on (703) 501-1978 for a price quote. We do SAT/ACT Prep, math, science and language arts at all grade levels. Rates are affordable. Visit us on www.NovaTutors.com

Businesses - Other

BeautiControl Free Skin Sensor...take the guess work out of your perfect skin care regimen. Microderm Apeel made easy and simple. Beautiful looking skin in minutes. Debbie Hudson, (703) 899-9664; www.beautipage.com/dh-spa Chie’s Events LLC Let Chie’s Events LLC plan your next birthday, retirement, wedding, reunion, and much more! We plan, you enjoy! Contact us to learn more about our budget-friendly rates. (540) 467-3238. chiesevents@gmail.com. Computer Doctor: We Make House Calls Our Microsoft certified techs can assist with all your computer and networking needs. Professional, friendly and affordable. Serving Montclair since 1999. www.thecomputerdoctor.biz or (703) 670-7766. Eiko’s Alterations and Custom Fashion Specializing in bridal, formal, business attire. 35 years professional experience. Montclair resident. (703) 595-6512; eikonovak@aol.com Furniture Repair Furniture finishing/repair, chair caning, rush weaving, free pickup and delivery, references available. Call Jerry’s Caning: (703) 864-8187 or email JeromeWarden@verizon.net Gifted Movers Local or long distance. Over twenty years experience. Free estimates. Call (703) 730-7266. www.giftedmovers.com Greek Girl Cooks No time to cook for the holidays? Call me for help, am glad to do homemade cookies & desserts for you. Plus I do Dinner Tonite Meals for the end of your busy day. Call for details - Vikki Youravich (703) 405-3548.

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Classifieds Mary Kay A new age of beauty is born. Introducing NEW! TimeWise Repair. Go back in time and lift away the years. Deanna Sivers, www.marykay.com/dsivers (703) 670-8742. Need a House Sitter? Who better than a Montclair resident to watch your precious possession while you are away. Provide twice a day monitoring; water plants, take in mail daily. Call Joan, (703) 583-4141. The Pampered Chef ® A Festive Pampered Chef Party is a great stress-free way to get everyone together during the holiday season to catch up. You and your friends will love all the baking and entertaining tips, delicious holiday recipes, and opportunities for a little shopping, too. Contact Sandi Clark (703) 895-8493 or www. pamperedchef.biz/sandispampchef. Zumba/Insanity/Cardio Kickboxing/Hip-Hop Fitness classes. HIPS Fitness LLC offers fun, safe & effective fitness classes in your area! Group Instruction, Charity, Private and Corporate Events! Information & online discounts at www.hipsfitness.com or (703) 688-2511.

Miscellaneous

14ft Pontoon Boat Free. Call for info. (703) 615-0344. Light Hauling Yards and basements cleared. Furniture and appliance disposal, lawn mowing. Call (703) 497-4976 or (703) 599-8385. Email: lighthauling1@aol.com Lyme Disease Support Group Support for adults and children with Lyme disease. Montclair and surrounding area. For meeting times and information call (571) 334-4389. Moon House Fun/Bounce House Rentals Bounce house rentals. You bring the people, we bring the fun! Contact us at (703) 951-3861 or visit www.moonhousefun.com for details. Paw Keepers Pet Sitting Service Provides the quality care and love your pet deserves. Daily, vacation, holiday service available. All types of pets. Licensed, bonded, client reference list. Contact Jennifer at (703) 445-8090, www.pawkeeperspetsitter.com or pawkeepers@comcast.net.

Presidential Pet Care In-home pet services for ALL breeds. Overnight petsitting, dog walking, and vacation visits available. Call Lauren & Colin at (571) 402-5738 or email presidentialpetcare@gmail.com today to book holiday reservations! SJP Accounting Taxes and bookkeeping services, Montclair resident, full cycle bookkeeping available weekly/ monthly/quarterly/annually. www.sjpaccounting.net Please call Sasha at (703) 819-1499.

For Sale/Rent

1994 Camero 3.4L V6 T-Top $2,500.00 OBO. Bobby (703) 919-8695. For Sale Whirlpool washer/dryer 3 years old. Works great! $400.00 for both. Call (703) 910-5266.

Wanted

Wanted Gentle used glider chair with ottoman for young single mother to be. Call (703) 910-5266.

Note: The MPOA claims absolutely no responsibility for the reliability of sellers or the quality of the goods or services represented.

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