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In the News tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2007-10-08:/public//2 2010-07-18T15:23:31Z The community Blog for news, views, discussions, announcements and more published by the Raspberry Falls Homeowners Association. Movable Type Publishing Platform 4.01 Loudoun Events - August 2010 tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.328 2010-07-18T15:23:31Z 2010-07-18T15:23:31Z

Administrator http://askmerv.choice3realty.com The Loudoun Education Foundation is hosting a special reception honoring Ted Leonsis, owner of the Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards, on the release of his new book, The Business of Happiness: 6 Secrets to Extraordinary Success in Life and Work. The event is set for Monday August 9, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 1757 Golf Club. Register by August 2, to receive a copy of the book, an opportunity to attend a private reception, take a photograph with Mr. Leonsis and get special recognition in the event program. This reception will raise money for the Loudoun Education Foundation (LEF), which provides resources to foster and promote programs that enhance the educational experience in Loudoun County Public Schools. Contact Robin Mong at 571-252-1808 or executivedirector@loudouneducationfoundation.org for more information.

The Loudoun Free Clinic is sponsoring a Charity Race to raise funds for the non-profit Clinic, which provides vital health care services to the low-income and uninsured residents of Loudoun County at no cost. The Race is a 450-meter swim + 5K run at Ida Lee Park in Leesburg on Saturday, August 21 and is followed by a great post-race party with food, live entertainment, and exhibits. We are seeking business and individual sponsors for donations, volunteers to staff the Race, exhibitor businesses, and Race participants. For more information, please contact Jennifer Kitrel, at the Loudoun Free Clinic at 703-779-5412 or jkitrel@loudounfreeclinic.org.

The YouthQuest Foundation announces that registration is now open for the 5th Annual YouthQuest Foundation Charity Golf Challenge being held at Trump National Golf Course on August 23. Visit www.youthquestfoundation.org to learn more about the history and mission of the foundation, and download the tournament participation forms. ]]> Loudoun Events - July 2010 tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.327 2010-07-03T12:37:31Z 2010-07-03T12:37:31Z

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Brambleton Kicks Off the Sizzlin' Summer Concert Series with exciting live performances on Thursdays - July 15 and 29, and Aug. 12 and 26. The concerts are open to the public at no charge. Enjoy dinner at one of the Town Center's vibrant eateries, and bring a chair or blanket to the Town Center plaza to join the fun from 7 to 9 p.m. Visit www.brambleton.com, or call 703-542-2925.

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The GW Virginia Science and Technology Campus Regional Artist Series Exhibit Wild Things! explores Loudoun's wild side with more than 20 paintings from nine local artists. The artist reception is Thursday, July 15, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Building 2 First Floor Gallery and is open to the public. The reception features the Shenandoah Trio, sponsored by Olivera Music Entertainment. Call 703-726-3650 for more information or www.gwvirginia.gwu.edu

The Village @ Leesburg hosts a Summer Block Party Featuring American Idol finalist Elliott Yamin, Emmet Swimming and Kid's Entertainment on July 17th @ 5 PM. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity. Located at Route 7 & Crosstrail Blvd, near Wegmans. visit www.villageatleesburg.com

A Summer Garden Wine Tasting July 18 at 5PM at Oatlands. Award-winning sommelier Mary Watson-DeLauder will lead groups of 20 on a walk through Oatlands' herb garden, describing how herbs impact the flavors of the wines. Hors d'oeuvres will be served and additional wine will be sold by the glass by Corcoran Vineyards. Tickets, $55 per person. Reservations required: Call 703.777.3174 x110 or book online at www.oatlands.org

Cookology offers both adult and children's cooking classes, as well as wine tastings and wine education classes. Join us on July 24th and experience CUBAN NIGHT where delicious food & wine will transport you to the tropics. Learn to create an authentic Cuban menu with hands-on instruction from our professional chef.$59 per person includes instruction, 3-course meal, plus a glass of paired wine. For more information visit www.cookologyonline.com

Lower Loudoun Little League will host the prestigious Virginia State Junior League Baseball Tournament, from July 23 thru July 28 at Foltz Field and Park View high school in Sterling. Lower Loudoun Little League is seeking community help with donations of services or sponsorships from local businesses or individuals in exchange for a listing in the tournament program and packets that will be given to each player and their family. To support the Virginia State Junior League Baseball Tournament, contact Tim Lieb at The Sage Agency, at 202-431-5855 or tim@sageagency.com.

]]> Morven Park Events tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.326 2010-06-20T10:34:39Z 2010-06-20T10:34:39Z

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View more on the Morven Park Event Calendar.]]> Water tested OK tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.325 2010-06-17T02:23:41Z 2010-06-17T02:23:41Z

Loudoun Water reports test results were negative ... read more

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Dear Raspberry Falls Residents,
Good news. We have received the final results from samples taken on Tuesday, and again, there were no traces of coliform bacteria. We informed the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) of the results, and they have advised Loudoun Water that we can lift the Precautionary Boil Water Notice.

As noted previously, in consultation with the VDH, we issued the boil water notice as a precaution. The distribution system has safeguards to minimize chances of water contamination when pressure drops, and we maintain disinfectant in the system, so the tests were to ensure that your water maintained public health standards.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you again for your cooperation as we worked through this issue.

Sincerely,

Todd Danielson
Manager of Community Systems
Loudoun Water
tdanielson@loudounwater.org
tel: 571.291.7835

]]> Welcome to Mark Halfill, New Raspberry Falls HOA Manager tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.324 2010-06-14T23:17:03Z 2010-06-14T23:17:03Z

With the departure of Sarah Gerstein, Armstrong Management has announced Mark Halfill will assume responsibility for the Raspberry Falls HOA. Same phone number and email address (see contact info at the bottom of the page)....

Administrator http://askmerv.choice3realty.com With the departure of Sarah Gerstein, Armstrong Management has announced Mark Halfill will assume responsibility for the Raspberry Falls HOA. Same phone number and email address (see contact info at the bottom of the page). ALERT! Precautionary Boil Water Notice tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.323 2010-06-14T21:08:17Z 2010-06-14T21:08:17Z

Notice from Loudoun water: On Sunday evening, June 13, 2010, the Raspberry Falls water treatment plant experienced a short disruption in service that prevented pumping water into the system for approximately two hours. This caused several customers to lose water pressure at their residences. Because the distribution system has safeguards to minimize chances of water contamination when pressure drops, and we have maintained disinfectant in the system, we believe that your water continues to meet public health standards. However ...

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Dear Raspberry Falls Residents,

On Sunday evening, June 13, 2010, the Raspberry Falls water treatment plant experienced a short disruption in service that prevented pumping water into the system for approximately two hours. This caused several customers to lose water pressure at their residences. Because the distribution system has safeguards to minimize chances of water contamination when pressure drops, and we have maintained disinfectant in the system, we believe that your water continues to meet public health standards. However, through an abundance of caution and in consultation with the Virginia Department of Health, Loudoun Water is issuing a Precautionary Boil Water Notice. Operations staff has collected water samples and additional samples will be taken on both Monday and Tuesday. Loudoun Water will remove the Precautionary Boil Water Notice on Wednesday pending sample results.

Loudoun Water will provide an update Tuesday once the first bacteriological sampling results are received.

We have listed additional information from the Virginia Department of Health that explains procedures customers should follow during a Boil Water Notice.

Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Sincerely,

Todd Danielson
Manager of Community Systems
Loudoun Water
tel: 571.291.7835

FAQs are here => Frequently Asked Questions about Boiling Water for Emergency Disinfection of Drinking Water ]]> Save the date: Next HOA Board Meeting is August 19th tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.321 2010-06-02T20:59:51Z 2010-06-02T20:59:51Z

The next HOA Board meeting is scheduled for August 19th. Time and place to be determined....

Administrator http://askmerv.choice3realty.com The next HOA Board meeting is scheduled for August 19th. Time and place to be determined. Around Loudoun: June 2010 tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.320 2010-05-15T11:17:04Z 2010-05-15T11:17:04Z

Do you know somebody between the ages of 12 and 17 who is interested in babysitting? Tell them about the Child And Babysitting Safety class that is scheduled for Saturday, June 5 at Advanced Corrective Chiropractic in Lansdowne! This class...

Administrator http://askmerv.choice3realty.com Do you know somebody between the ages of 12 and 17 who is interested in babysitting? Tell them about the Child And Babysitting Safety class that is scheduled for Saturday, June 5 at Advanced Corrective Chiropractic in Lansdowne! This class includes CPR Certification, as well as general safety and babysitting "How To" information. For more information visit http://cpr.newport-enterprises.com.

Come out and play in the 15th Annual Tennis Classic Mixed Doubles Fundraiser benefiting ECHO (Every Citizen Has Opportunities) a private, nonprofit agency specializing in community-base training, supported employment, and transportation services for adult citizens with disabilities on June 13. Play is at various locations in Loudoun County in the morning. Lunch will be served and finals played in the afternoon at Ida Lee Recreation Center in Leesburg. For more information visit www.echoworks.org or call Karen Russell at 703-779-2100

Celebrate at the Breaux Vineyards Annual Cajun Fest on Saturday, June 19th, beginning at 11:00am - 6pm. Enjoy Cajun fare, true Cajun and Zydeco music, award winning wines of the vineyard and you'll be stompin' your feet and raising your glass to toast this fun-filled event. Tickets are required and advanced reservations are available online until 4:00 pm, June 18th at www.breauxvineyards.com/events. Share some fun, sun, food and wine with the Breaux family; you'll be pleased that you did.

Loudoun Health for Life Day on Saturday, June 26 from 11:00 am-3:00 pm at Rust Library, promotes a healthy lifestyle for all Loudoun residents through good nutrition, physical fitness, and preventive healthcare. Bring the family out and enjoy free health screenings, Training exercises with former NFL player Cliff Russell, yoga demonstration, Nintendo Wii Fit, Dance Dance Revolution, cooking demonstrations & tasting, Local resources & information. Learn, ask questions and take home free materials!

Loudoun Youth Inc., Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services along with the Youth Advisory Council are pleased to announce that Youth Fest 2010 will be held on Saturday, June 26th from 2:00-8:00 pm at the Brambleton Town Center thanks to the generosity of their Grand Sponsors-Brambleton/Soave Real Estate and Miller & Smith. Brambleton Group and Miller and Smith each donated $10,000 to help promote Youth Fest 2010. Visit www.millerandsmith.com or www.loudounyouth.org

The Civil War Comes Alive At Morven Park on June 26th and 27th. Come and witness life as it was for the soldiers of the 17th Mississippi Regiment of the Confederate States of America as they prepare for battle at nearby Balls Bluff. The portrayals of everyday camp life will be complemented by special drilling and firing demonstrations at 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM each day. All tours begin in the Visitors Center located in the Governor's residence. For more details, visit www.morvenpark.org.

Northern Virginia Volleyball Association (www.nvva.com) is a non -profit 501c (3) organization committed to promoting the sport of volleyball to young adults in NOVA regardless of socioeconomic status has opened a volleyball dedicated facility in Sterling. Please consider partnering with NVVA as a sponsor to assist us in erasing the financial barriers and create the opportunity so that all who desire to play volleyball can afford to. For more info - Tory Schulte at 703-507-9234 or email tschulte729@verizon.net. ]]> Raspberry Falls Water & LOD: Discussions w/Catoctin District Supervisor, Sally Kurtz tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.319 2010-05-12T22:26:16Z 2010-05-12T22:26:16Z

Over the course of the last several months, Raspberry residents and members of the Board of Directors engaged in several discussions with Sally Kurtz, the Catoctin District Supervisor, concerning water quality and waste treatment. The attached files document several inquiries and responses concerning the LOD, water quality and potential for access to the Town of Leesburg water infrastructure. Also included is a link to the County website with information on water dye testing in Raspberry. Continue reading to access the attachments:

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Correspondence with Sally Kurtz, Catoctin District Supervisor
Kurtz 2009-09-18 Raspberry.pdf
Kurtz 2009-12-09 Raspberry.pdf
Kurtz 2010-04-23 Raspberry.pdf

Loudoun County Website:
Dye Tracing in Raspberry Falls Area

Your Board of Directors hope you find this information helpful and to let you know your county supervisor has been and is engaged in Raspberry water issues.

]]> HOA Board Meeting: Thursday, May 20th tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.317 2010-05-06T14:40:13Z 2010-05-06T14:40:13Z

The next HOA Board meeting is on Thursday, March 20th, 6:00 pm at the Leesburg Hampton Inn

Administrator http://askmerv.choice3realty.com Date:

Thursday, March 20, 2010

Time:

6:00 pm

Place:
Hampton Inn
117 Fort Evans Road Northeast
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 669-8640

Map:

View Larger Map]]> 2010 Pool Season: Applications due May 15 tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.316 2010-05-02T12:53:42Z 2010-05-02T12:53:42Z

Prior to the beginning of the 2010 pool season (the pool is scheduled to open May 29th.), every owner must complete and return a pool application (enclosed) whether one has been previously submitted or not. Applications must be received by Armstrong Management Services, Inc. prior to May 15, 2010 in order to ensure your application is processed in time for you to use the pool on opening day. Applications can be mailed, faxed, or hand delivered to Armstrong Management Services, Inc. Pool hours and application attached.

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Prior to the beginning of the 2010 pool season, every owner must complete and return a pool application (enclosed) whether one has been previously submitted or not. Applications must be received by Armstrong Management Services, Inc. prior to May 15, 2010 in order to ensure your application is processed in time for you to use the pool on opening day. Applications can be mailed, faxed, or hand delivered to Armstrong Management Services, Inc.

Pool access will only be permitted to those owners who are in good standing with the Association. If you are a tenant and your landlord has outstanding assessments or uncorrected violations, the Association will not allow you to use the pool.

If you are renting your property, you may convey your right to use the pool to your tenant by completing the appropriate section of the pool application.

If you have any questions regarding the application process or the 2010 Pool Season, please contact Armstrong Management Services, Inc. at (703) 385-1133 or poolpass@armstrong.net

Attachments:
2010 Pool Hours.doc
2010 Pool Pass Application.DOC

2010 RPFPoolLetter.doc

]]> Around Loudoun: May 2010 tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.315 2010-04-02T16:58:57Z 2010-04-02T16:58:57Z

You are invited to Loudoun's only Kentucky Derby Party to benefit the Loudoun Therapeutic Riding Foundation, Inc. on Saturday, May 1st from 4:30 to 9:30 pm at the Morven Park Equestrian Center overlooking the race course. The party will include...

Administrator http://askmerv.choice3realty.com Kentucky Derby Party to benefit the Loudoun Therapeutic Riding Foundation, Inc. on Saturday, May 1st from 4:30 to 9:30 pm at the Morven Park Equestrian Center overlooking the race course. The party will include great food by Better Events Catering, Mint Juleps, some old fashioned horse races of our own, a live telecast of the Kentucky Derby on a big screen, a hat contest, silent and live auction, and dancing into the evening. Tickets are $100 per person. Call 703-771-2689 or jhart@ltrf.org for details.

Good Shepherd Alliance, Inc. hosts their 8th Annual Golf Tournament on May 10th from 9:00a.m.to 3:00p.m. at the Brambleton Regional Park & Golf Course in Ashburn. Come and participate in this golfing event that will help support our homeless shelter program. Cost: $125 per person ($100 per person if paid before April 19, 2010 For additional information contact Joy Trickett at 703-404-8412 or e-mail: joygoodshepherd@verizon.net.

Mclean Insurance Agency hosts their 3rd American Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday April 29 from 9:30am-2:30pm at 46179 Westlake Drive, Potomac Falls. In order to meet community needs, our region currently has to import blood from other American Red Cross Regions. Help increase collections to support local needs. To participate in the blood drive, contact Nora Roth (703) 790-5770 to sign up.

On May 20th, you can drive for charity and see tolls returned to your community. The Drive for Charity is initiative where the toll proceeds from a single day on the Greenway are distributed to March of Dimes, Loudoun Abused Women's Shelter, Fresh Air/Full Care, Echo Works, Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and Greenway Scholarship Program that benefit Loudoun County. The charities will share in the distribution of the Drive for Charity's 1 day gross revenues through 2011. Visit www.dullesgreenway.com/drive-for-charity.html.

Take a spin through the last fifty years at the Third Annual Morven Park Classic Car Cruise-In on Saturday, May 22nd. Spend the day listening to oldie's music and admiring an impressive collection of classic cars, street rods and muscle cars, fun, food, and festivities for the entire family and a display of over 30,000 Matchbox and Hot Wheels Cars. Gates open 10:00 am . Admission is $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for Senior Citizens and kids 12 and under are free. Rain date is May 23rd. For more information visit www.morvenpark.org.

Join us in the Oatlands Carriage House on May 23 at 4pm for a unique, entertaining and educational event Wine-Aroma! Featuring award winning sommelier Mary Watson-DeLauder. A taste identification competition, complete with prizes, will leave you better informed. $40 per person, call 703 777 3174 x110 for reservations or book online at www.oatlands.org. 20% discount for purchase of six or more tickets. Registration deadline May 18.
]]> Greg Branic Appointed Treasurer of HOA Board tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.314 2010-03-29T10:57:15Z 2010-03-29T10:57:15Z

Congratulations goes out to Greg Branic, Raspberry homeowner and one of two resident HOA Board members. Greg was nominated and appointed HOA Treasurer at the March 4th Board meeting. Greg accepted the appointment....

Administrator http://askmerv.choice3realty.com Congratulations goes out to Greg Branic, Raspberry homeowner and one of two resident HOA Board members. Greg was nominated and appointed HOA Treasurer at the March 4th Board meeting. Greg accepted the appointment. Around Loudoun: April 2010 tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.313 2010-03-29T10:52:45Z 2010-03-29T10:52:45Z

Administrator http://askmerv.choice3realty.com The Washington Redskins are excited to announce that their 2010 training camp will be held at Redskins Park in Loudoun County. This will mark the ninth year the Redskins will prepare for the NFL season at their year-round facility. Fans will have the opportunity to watch Head Coach Mike Shanahan begin his inaugural campaign, and will be able to get autographs and pictures of their favorite Redskins players. A complete practice schedule with dates and times for the Redskins 2010 training camp will be available at a later date. Visit www.redskins.com

The March of Dimes March for Babies at Ida Lee Park will be held on April 25 at 9:00 am. We invite you and your friends and family to join us for a wonderful day of fun, food, and music, all while celebrating babies and the mission of the March of Dimes. To sign up to participate in the event, visit www.marchforbabies.org or call Heather Pesch at 703-824-0111 or e-mail at hpesch@marchofdimes.com.

Plan now to attend a benefit concert in support of Loudoun Volunteer Caregivers on Saturday, April 10, at 8 p.m. featuring performances by local Loudoun County artists. Seating is limited. The doors open at 7:30 p.m. Suggested admission donation is $30 per person, and please bring a non-perishable item or three for the Food Bank at Interfaith Relief. The concert will be at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Loudoun at 20460 Gleedsville Road in Leesburg . For more info visit: www.shenandoahacoustics.com or call (703) 737-7644.

Loudoun Literacy Council is inviting companies to become team sponsors at the 4th Annual Corporate Spelling Bee, hosted by Lightfoot Restaurant on Monday, April 26, 6:30 - 9:00 PM. Teams of employees participate in a fun round robin spelling competition. All proceeds go to supporting Loudoun Literacy programs. Contact Candace Kroehl at ckroehl@loudounliteracy.org or at 703-777-2205 for further details.

]]> Raspberry Golf Acedemy Announces 2010 Programs tag:www.raspberryfalls.org,2010:/public//2.312 2010-03-21T00:04:40Z 2010-03-21T00:04:40Z

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We are offering two spring break junior golf camps at Raspberry Falls. The morning camp runs Monday - Thursday 9-1pm and the afternoon camp runs Monday - Thursday 2 - 5pm. To see a full list of the junior camps and adult classes we are offering, visit our website: raspberrygolfacedamy.com. ]]>