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HIGHLIGHTSSeeking Volunteers to Make a Difference in Stone Ridge

Good Home Appearance Helps Homes Sell

Annual Spring Egg Hunt

Attention Tenants

New County Bus Route in Stone Ridge

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CONTENTS2 | BOARD

ෙ Board Highlights for February

3 | COMMITTEES

ෙ Activities Committee ෙ Covenants Committee ෙ Seeking Volunteers to Make a

Difference in Stone Ridge

4 | ARCHITECTURE

ෙ Building Permits ෙ Architectural Review Committee ෙ Plan Your Architectural

Improvement Applications ෙ February Application Activity ෙ Annual Lot Inspection ෙ Good Home Appearance Helps

Homes Sell

7 | COMMUNITY

ෙ Girls Scouts Serve Their Community ෙ Stone Ridge Real Estate

Market Update ෙ Annual Spring Egg Hunt ෙ Community Yard Sale ෙ Asthma – Signs, Symptoms, and

When to go to the ER ෙ Save Your Spine, Stretch at Work!

12 |REMINDERS

ෙ Pick up After your Pets ෙ Stop the Flying Trash ෙ For Sale/For Rent Signs ෙ Attention Tenants ෙ Spring Forward – Daylight Saving

Time Coming!

15 | COUNTY

ෙ Dulles Community Outreach Project ෙ Library Corner ෙ Van Metre 5-Mile Run in Broadlands ෙ Free Tax Preparation Services

Available for Low to Moderate Income Families

ෙ New County Bus Route in Stone Ridge

20 | CENTER

ෙ 2015 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

23 | SCHOOLS

ෙ 2015 LCPS Student Calendar ෙ Arcola Elementary Spring Basket

Raffle ෙ JCHS Casino Knight

26 | THINGS TO DO

ෙ Loudoun Symphony Orchestra Concert

ෙ YouthFest Battle of the Bands ෙ Smithsonian Air & Space Museum

Family Day ෙ 16th Annual Manassas St. Patrick’s

Day Parade ෙ Loudoun Symphony Youth Orchestra

Concert & Seminar

38 | CLASSIFIEDS

39 | INFORMATION

ෙ Trash Reminders ෙ 2015 Association &

Advertisement Fees

40 | CONTACTS

BACK COVER

ෙ March Calendar

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FEBRUARY BOARD MEETING RESCHEDULED

Due to inclement weather, the February 17th Board of Directors meeting was rescheduled for February 24th. Highlights from the rescheduled meeting minutes will be published in the April newsletter.

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ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE

Edit Sherry, Events Coordinator

The Activities Committee met on Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:30 p.m. in the Association Office Conference Room. Chair Alton Bryant, Members Lauren Franco, Diana Tan, Ernestine Wilkins, Valerie Fox, Yvonne Diamond-Craverer, Lindsay Ivey, Fiona Kyte-Mebane Patrick Donahue, and Leslie Dominy and Events Coordinator Edit Sherry were present.

• Member discussed and completed the eventcalendar for 2015. The event calendar will bedisplayed at the upcoming Wine Tasting Eventand posted on the Stone Ridge CommunityFacebook page and website.

• Discussed and finalized details for the AnnualWine Tasting on February 27th from 7:00p.m. – 9:30 p.m. at the Nettle Mill Clubhouse.Committee members changed the eventlayout to maximize the available space andreduce congestion issues during the check- in process.

• Communication sub-committee membersdiscussed details regarding the feedbacksurvey to be sent to attendees after the event.

• Volunteer Recruitment sub-committeemembers confirmed the volunteer andcommittee members schedule for event setup, service, and clean up

• Discussed details for the Spring Egg Hunt onApril 4th from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., includinga new event layout to include the Great Hall inthe festivities.

• Discussed details for the Spring Yard Sale onApril 25th from 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Theyard sale will be held in the Stone Carver Pool/Association Office parking lot. Committeemembers discussed various ways to lower theevent expenses such as permit fees, dumpsterand port-a-potty rental.

The next scheduled Activities Committee meeting is Tuesday, March 3rd at 7:30 p.m. in the Association Office Conference Room.

The Activities Committee plans, advertises, and conducts social activities that provide opportunities for enrichment to Stone Ridge residents.

Meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the conference room. Meetings are open to all Stone Ridge residents.

COMMITTEES

COVENANTS COMMITTEE

Erik Berndt, Covenants Administrator

FEBRUARY 25TH MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

No meeting was held in February. All violations scheduled for hearing were resolved within the required time frame.

The Covenants Committee investigates and renders decisions on alleged violations of the Governing Documents as dictated by Article VII of the Amended & Restated Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions.

Meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month November through January and the fourth Wednesday of the month for the remainder of the year in the Association Office Conference Room at 6:30pm. Meetings are open to all Stone Ridge residents.

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS: MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN STONE RIDGE!

Are you looking for an opportunity to volunteer your time and make a difference in the community?

There are many ways to give back to your community and many of the activities and services Stone Ridge residents enjoy would not be possible without community volunteers! One of the greatest benefits people get from volunteering is the satisfaction of making a difference in their community, along with other intangible benefits such as pride, a sense of accomplishment, and the feeling of well-being that comes from connecting with your neighbors.

There are several committees in Stone Ridge that assist the Board of Directors with specialized tasks. Currently the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) and Covenants Committees are looking for volunteer members who want to work with

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BUILDING PERMITSAfter obtaining HOA

approval for your improvement, contact Loudoun County to see if your

modification requires a building permit.

Department of Building & DevelopmentLoudoun.gov/bd/bad@loudoun.gov

(703) 777-0220

homeowners to solve problems in the community and maintain Stone Ridge as one of the most visually appealing and well-maintained communities in the area!

The ARC assists residents plan exterior modifications or improvements to their lot and acts on all applications submitted to the committee for approval. The ARC also works closely with other homeowners and the Board of Directors to revise the existing Design & Maintenance Standards to reflect emerging building trends and clarify the language of the existing guidelines. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month in the Association Office Conference Room at 7:00 p.m. Residents are open to all residents and all residents interested in joining the Committee or are just curious about the review process are encouraged to attend!

The Covenants Committee works with homeowners and Association Staff to ensure all properties in Stone Ridge are in compliance with the Governing Documents. The goal of the Committee is to investigate and render decisions on alleged violations and to foster harmony within the community through reasoned and impartial mediation of disputes. Meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in the Association Office Conference Room.

If you are interested in joining the ARC or Covenants Committee, please don’t hesitate to attend a community meeting and introduce yourself. Interested residents may also send an email with

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a few sentences about yourself and why you would like to join a committee to stoneridge-hoa@stoneridgeinc.org

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

Erik Berndt, Covenants Administrator

FEBRUARY 11TH MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

No meeting was held as the quorum requirement was not met. Committee members chose to review the applications electronically and take action without meeting.

9 applications were reviewed; 9 were approved.

The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) acts on all applications for the approval of modifications or improvements to any lot as dictated by Article VII of the Amended & Restated Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions.

Meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month November through January and the second and fourth Wednesday of the month for the remainder of the year in the Association Office Conference Room at 7:00 pm. Meetings are open to all Stone Ridge residents.

Application Due: Meeting Date:

March 4 March 11March 18 March 24

April 1 April 8April 15 April 22

PLAN YOUR ARCHITECTURAL

IMPROVEMENT APPLICATIONS

Please review the Design and Maintenance Standards for details on your specific improvement.

The standards can be found on SRNet or at the Association Office.

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FebruaryApplication Activity

Section 4 – Patio, Walkway, & Retaining Wall; approved - 15’W x 10’D red brick paver patio in rear yard, adjacent to deck stairs, patio paver walkway in front of house, leading from approved utility screening structure to driveway, approximately 30’ long, 12”-18”H concrete block with stone veneer retaining wall in rear yard.

Section 4 – Deck; approved - 24.5’W x 12’D pressure treated pine deck, approximately 4’ from ground level with 6” x 6” posts, standard 2” x 2” pickets with 2 sunbursts (1 on each straight railing parallel to back of house), no privacy screen and 3.5’W stairs on right side of deck (included in deck width).

Landbay 3 – Deck & Fence; approved – Deck:20’W x 14’D , pressure treated pine decking and

Section 47A – Storm Door; approved - Anderson 3000 series full-view clear glass storm door, black to match front door color.

Section 4 – Trampoline; approved - removing existing playset and replacing with 15’W x 9.5’H black/blue trampoline and will be placed so there is a 6’ clear zone surrounding the trampoline.

Section 49 – Deck Stain; approved - light brown semi-transparent stain on deck.

Section 55 – Stairs; approved - wooden stairs with railing leading to rear yard.

Section 47A – Patio; approved - 13’W x 9’D stone paver patio in rear yard, beneath deck.

ARCHITECTURE

frame with white Trex Transcend rail w/ Flat post caps and black aluminum rod balusters, 10’ from ground level with 6” x 6” posts, 6’W x 7’H white PVC vinyl lattice privacy screen and no stairs. Fence: 6’H alternating board privacy fence on property line in rear yard, connecting to existing 8’ sections of fence installed by builder on both sides of the yard, adding 4’W gate at rear fence wall with natural stain.

Section 46 – Deck; approved - 20’W x 12’D , Trex “Madeira” decking, white vinyl railing with black aluminum rod posts, pressure treated pine framing, 10’6” from ground level with 6” x 6” posts, and no privacy screen or stairs.

Association Staff will be conducting lot inspections in Section 3 beginning in March. Streets in these sections include Clock Tower Square, Fremont Preserve Square, Geyser Peaks Square, and Kings

Canyon Square.

Inspections are conducted by association staff during the business day. If you have any questions about the inspection process or receive a violation notice during the annual lot inspection, please

feel free to contact the Association Staff at (703) 327-5179 or stoneridge-hoa@stoneridgeinc.org.

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ARCHITECTURE

Planning to sell your home? Wonder how to help improve the curb appeal? One easy answer is to perform regular maintenance on the exterior of your house like you do with the interior. Take a walk around your property monthly specifically to look at your house with fresh eyes – look for anything that needs attention. Missing shutters, broken deck railings, etc. should be replaced immediately. Regular mowing and the weeding of the landscape beds are crucial to curb appeal.

In a continuing effort to help keep Stone Ridge a visually appealing and well-maintained community, routine exterior inspections are performed on all homes in Stone Ridge. These inspections are performed annually, typically section by section. As Stone Ridge continues to grow, each house is inspected every other year.

The annual lot inspection program is conducted by association staff and consists of a visual inspection of the exterior of each home in Stone Ridge. Staff checks to ensure routine exterior maintenance items are addressed in a timely manner and all changes, improvements, or enhancements have been approved by the Architectural Review Committee and are in compliance with the Governing Documents.

The following checklist will help owners prepare for upcoming lot inspections; however this list is not all inclusive. Use the checklist as a guide when you take your own monthly inspection walk.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCECLEAN AND KEEP FREE OF MILDEW/BUILD-UP:

• Siding• Basement walk-ups and surrounding areas• Front stairs and sidewalks• Decks

DAMAGED EXTERIOR TRIM/ROTTING WOOD

• Trim around doors and windows• Garage doors• Bay and dormer windows• Bump-out areas• Roof line• Porches and wood stairs

FRESH COAT OF PAINT

Trim (exterior trim should be the same color consistently on the home)

• Shutters• Front doors• Railings

DECKS & FENCES

• Fresh stain on decks, fences, shed doors, andother wooden areas

• Stains should be uniform and consistent inappearance

• Falling/damaged lattice• Fence/gate repairs including items such as

cracked/peeling boards, warped top rails,missing boards, etc.

HOME EXTERIOR

• Missing shutters• Loose siding or roof trim• Crooked or missing light fixtures• Damaged mailboxes• Trash and recycling containers stored out of

sight

LANDSCAPING

• Neat appearance of lawn• Landscape beds and yards free of weeds

Good Home Appearance Helps Homes Sell

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• Tree stakes removed• Bags of mulch, dirt, etc. stored out of view

EXTERIOR MODIFICATIONS

Changes made to the exterior of the home and surrounding lot approved by the Architectural Review Committee. Even the minor changes listed below require approval and architectural improvement applications will be requested for items such as:

• Paint/stain color changes• Addition of storm/screen doors• New play equipment, including trampolines

and basketball goals• Changes to light fixtures• Patios and walkways• Addition of lattice/privacy screens

GIRL SCOUTS SERVING THE COMMUNITY!

Many Girl Scouts in the Stone Ridge area spread holiday cheer as they participated in several activities that brought food to tables and warm clothes to Elementary age students in need. As well as serving the Stone Ridge Community, scouts also served throughout Loudoun County this past year. These events allowed scouts to grow in leadership while sharing their time and talents.

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Last December, Troops 2652, 6707, 4884, 3959, 3097, 3169, 5947, 6517, 6029, 5810, 3169, and 4377, participated in Sing for Their Supper. Girl Scouts either went caroling throughout the neighborhood or sang in front of Giant Grocery. The community responded by donating enough food to fill several shopping carts. Gift cards were even added to the heap and all collected items were donated to the Dulles South Food Pantry (DSFP). Many of the supporters cheered the scouts on, which created even more holiday spirit.

Troop 6707 held a Toiletry Drive in the Kirkpatrick Farms neighborhood and at Giant to benefit the DSFP. Scouts collected bottles of shampoo and other toiletry items to be placed in festive bags for distribution.

Troop 4884 held a food drive for the DSFP at Giant and collected 402 pounds of food and $265 in gift cards in two hours! Troop 4884 also sang with Troop 3959 in support of Sing for Their Supper for Loudoun Interfaith Relief.

Troop 6029 volunteered at the Sing for Their Supper Food Stacking Party at Loudoun Interfaith. Over 2,000 pounds of food was collected to help families in Loudoun County.

20 Troops went shopping for 100 students in the South Riding and Stone Ridge communities benefited by the Dulles South Holiday Project.

Troop 2652 shopped at Target and stretched their budget to make sure that their sponsored children received the warm clothing they needed. Target donated over $200 in gift cards that went towards buying gifts. School liaisons were heard to say, “I was overcome with joy at the troop’s generosity!” and “Truly a blessing to have so many thoughtful and caring Girl Scout Troops and families. They have certainly brought many smiles and some happy tears to many children and families in need of some extra love and support this holiday season.”

Troop 6719 volunteered at the Mothernet Holiday Party. The scouts were able to share their holiday spirit and bring some joy to children as they offered comfort and fun for them. The scouts helped the children create crafts and play games. They practiced their communication skills (including Spanish) and leadership skills. The children were very appreciative and some even declared their “true love” for the scouts! The scouts really had to take initiative and engage with the children in order for the event to run smoothly.

Hundreds of Girl Scouts in the Stone Ridge and South Riding communities made the holidays that much brighter for many families in the area by either “Singing for Their Supper,” participating in the Dulles South Holiday Project or by joyfully spending time with children. Would you like to spread cheer to your community in 2015? Join the Girl Scouts by contacting Info@gscnc70-12.org.

STONE RIDGE REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE

The spring market has hit in the Stone Ridge neighborhood! The most recent homes to go under contract in our neighborhood have now done so in less than 25 days. Currently, homes for sale in the 20105 zip code spend an average of 46 days on the market.

In Stone Ridge, there are 23 active resale properties, which include single-family homes, town homes and condominiums. There are 7 active single-family homes with an average list price of $600,000, 8 active town homes with an average list price of $430,000 and 8 active condominiums with

an average list price of $309,000. In Stone Ridge, 26 homes are under contract and expected to settle within the next thirty days. Over the last 30 days, 11 additional homes have gone under contract. The increase in homes going under contract points towards a strong buyer demand within our local real estate market.

All signs point to spring of 2015 being a strong real estate market!

Caitlin Flanagan Ellis, Realtor, RE/MAX Gateway, http://www.kathyworekgroup.com/caitlin-flanagan/

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Looking to do some spring cleaning and make some extra cash? Bring your gently used items to the Stone Ridge Community Yard Sale on Saturday, April 25th! The yard sale will be held from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Stone Ridge Association Office parking lot, located at 24605 Stone Carver Drive. In case of inclement weather, a rain date is scheduled for Sunday, April 26th.

All sellers must register in person at the Association Office. Registration will begin Wednesday, April 1st and end Friday, April 24th. The registration fee is $10 for residents and $50 for business vendors.

To sign up, bring your registration form (available for download on SRNet) and payment of cash only

to the Association Office during business hours. For your convenience, the Association Office is open until 8 p.m. on Wednesday evenings.

Registration forms must be received in person and will NOT be accepted electronically or by mail.Yard sale setup begins at 6:00 a.m. and ends promptly at 7:45 a.m. No vehicle movement in the yard sale area will be permitted between 7:45 a.m. and 11:45 p.m. All participants must bring their own tables, chairs, and tents, etc.

All unsold items at the end of the yard sale will be collected and donated to charity.

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ASTHMA: SIGNS, SYMPTOMS, AND WHEN TO GO TO THE ER

Did you know that asthma attacks are responsible for 2 million emergency room visits each year? And in the spring asthma sufferers must be especially diligent with more triggers prevalent during this time of year. By using your asthma medicines as directed by your doctor, and identifying your warning signs of a possible attack, you can help manage your asthma and prevent trips to the ER.

Asthma is a chronic disease affecting airways in the lungs that makes breathing difficult. Symptoms include:

- A persistent cough - Shortness of breath or wheezing - Tightness in the chest - Feeling tired or unable to do daily activities - A bluish color to the fingers or lips - Difficulty feeding in very young children

In the Washington metro area, about 8 percent of the population is affected by asthma. The best way to manage asthma is to have an asthma action plan. This is a form you fill out with your primary care provider or pulmonologist (lung specialist) that describes what medicines you need to take, and when, to keep you feeling well. You can see a sample plan at the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute’s website, nhlbi.nih.gov, by searching “asthma action plan.”

An asthma attack happens when symptoms progress and breathing becomes more difficult. This occurs as a result of increasing inflammation and constriction of the airways of the lung. In most cases this is a gradual process that begins with milder symptoms that precede that actual asthma attack. Without proper treatment, they can progress.

It’s extremely important to learn about the disease, including being aware of your or your child’s specific triggers and warning signs. Some asthma attacks can be set off by exposure to air pollution; tobacco smoke; allergens like dust mites, pollen, mold or pet dander; or infections like colds and flu.

There are things you can do to reduce your chance of having an asthma attack. For example, if you know that dust is one of your triggers, you can wear a mask while vacuuming, or remove carpeting from your home. If tobacco smoke is one of your triggers, do not allow smoking in your home or in your car.

Warning signs of an asthma attack can include a cough or puffy eyes, or you may not be able to exercise as well. This is when you really want to intervene with quick-acting medications. Often, this is enough to prevent more serious attacks.

If you do use your medicines and the symptoms continue to get worse, or if you experience any of the following serious symptoms, go directly to your nearest emergency room:

- Rapid breathing - Difficulty speaking full sentences - Lips turning blue

Some people think that the medicines provided in the ER through a nebulizer are better than their inhalers. Actually, inhalers can be just as effective --- as long as you use them correctly. Ask your primary care provider or pulmonologist for directions, or visit the Centers for Disease Control’s website at cdc.gov and search “inhaler videos” to see a demonstration.

Christopher Crowell, MDMedical Director, StoneSpring Emergency Centerr.,

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SAVE YOUR SPINE – STRETCH AT WORK

For many, a typical work day involves sitting in an office chair, working in front of the computer. This ultimately leads to bad posture and lower back pain due to tight hip flexors and shortened hamstrings. But there is hope. From selecting the right chair to stretching throughout the day, you can save your back and restore muscle flexibility.

QUICK TIPS WHILE SITTING

• Adjust your seat height to ensure your feet rest flat on the ground and your thighs are horizontal to the floor;

• The backrest should support the curve of your spine and provide good lumbar support. Ideally, the width of the backrest is 12 – 19 inches wide;

• Adjust the armrests of your chair allowing your arms to rest comfortably and your shoulders to be relaxed. The elbows and lower arms should rest lightly which means the armrests should neither be too high nor too low;

To further protect your back throughout the day, you must make time to stretch. Stretching increases blood flow which brings nourishment to your muscles. Stretching decreases muscle tension, anxiety, stress and fatigue. Stretching increases flexibility and joint range of motion.

SIMPLE OFFICE CHAIR STRETCHES

• Wrist stretches. Sit upright in your chair. Lift one arm and stretch it out in front of you with your palm facing upward. Gently grab your fingers with the opposite hand. Slowly pull the hand of your extended arm down. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat 5 – 10 times. Switch hands.

• Shoulder stretches: Lift your right arm and reach behind your head. Place your hand on your upper back, making certain your arm is as close to your ear as possible. Use your left hand to gently hold your right elbow while pushing it towards the back of your head. Hold for 15 seconds. Switch arms. Repeat 3 – 5 times per arm.

• Spine twist: While sitting upright in your chair, place your left arm behind your left hip. Hold on to your chair with your right arm. Keep your

feet flat on the ground and slowly turn to your left. Hold for ten seconds. Switch sides. Repeat 5 times per side.

• Get out of your chair. Take time each hour to stand up and walk a few minutes.

Kelly Klosner is a licensed physical therapist and serves as the Clinical Director of Chiron Physical Therapy located in South Riding.

Stone Ridge is a beautiful community with miles of walking trails where pet waste stations are provided so you may dispose of your pets waste properly. Please be courteous to your neighbors and remember to scoop the poop! No one likes to have to dodge droppings when they are out for a walk or to find unwanted pet waste in their yard. To assist with the clean-up of your pet, several stations stocked with plastic bags are provided throughout the community. You should also carry your own plastic bags as a backup when you walk your dog.

All residents or guests who walk their pets in the community are reminded all Loudoun County waste removal and leash laws must be followed. Owners/walkers must (1) keep pets on a leash in public and (2) immediately pick-up all droppings. Because these areas are heavily trafficked, please remember that pets are not permitted in or on the lawns, sidewalks, or parking areas surrounding the Association Office, Clubhouse buildings, or the amphitheater stage or seating area.

Thank you for picking up after your pets!

PICK UP AFTER YOUR PET!

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STOP THE FLYING TRASH!

Please remember to bag all of your trash when you put it out on trash collection day and to store your trash and recycling containers inside your garage or trash enclosure after pick-up. March is historically the windiest month of the year; however gusts of wind can occur at any time and cause un-bagged trash to blow away or take flight!

Please do your part to keep Stone Ridge free of debris and remember to bag all trash before placing it to the curb for collection. Trash and recycling containers should also be securely stored inside the garage or trash enclosure as strong winds can cause containers to tip over and blow away, which may cause damage to nearby cars or homes.

It may be wise to label your containers with your house number or some other identifying mark so there is no confusion between your and your neighbors over who an errand trash container belongs to! If you see your trash has blown away or a container has fallen into the street, please be a good neighbor and pick it up. Thank you!

FOR SALE/ RENT SIGNS IN STONE RIDGE

Are you selling or renting your home? Please inform your realtor Stone Ridge follows a comprehensive sign package as follows:

• Only 1 sign per sales lot is permitted• Sign panels and backgrounds may be no larger

than 3 square feet per side• The maximum height from ground is 3 feet• Signage must be free-standing and double

sided with graphics on both sides• Base: metal stakes in ground Material:

Coreplast

One “open house” sign may also be used the day of the open house; however no signage may be placed on community property. This sign must also meet the guidelines of the Comprehensive Sign Package An approved sign may be obtained by contacting Allegra Print & Imaging at (703) 378-0020. If you or your realtor have any questions or would like to obtain a copy of the comprehensive sign package, please contact the Association Office.

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DON’T FORGET TO SET YOUR CLOCKS ONE HOUR FORWARD AT 2:00 A.M

SUNDAY, MARCH 8TH

ATTENTION TENANTS!

Did you know if you’re renting a property in Stone Ridge you’re entitled to the use of all community amenities? Tenants may gain access to the pools, fitness center, clubhouse, community website, and more by simply filling out and returning two documents; 1) the Community Membership Application and 2) the Memorandum of Lease Form (MoL).

To save yourself time and the aggravation of having to make additional trips to the Association Office, these forms may be completed ahead of time and are available for download on the community website (srnet.cc) or may be requested from the Association Office.

The MoL form is to be completed by the landlord and tenant(s) and states that the landlord has waived their rights to use the amenities and has passed that right to their tenant(s). A completed MoL, along with the Community Membership Application, is required for Membership ID’s cards to be issued. The Membership ID Cards are used for admittance to the pool and fitness facilities and are necessary for each member of your family age 6 and older.

In order to obtain Membership ID’s for you and your family to gain access to the pools and other amenities please remember the following important criteria:

1. The Association must have a current Memorandum of Lease (MoL) on file for you, stating a lease term of at least 12 months. This form is to be completed and signed by the landlord and tenant, must include the lease expiration date, and list all occupants of the residence.

2. Your landlord must check the box on the MoL which waives his/her rights to the community amenities, and turns those rights over to you, as the tenant.

3. If you previously submitted a MoL to our office, your lease was subsequently renewed but the Association was not notified, your Membership ID Cards have been probably been deactivated. To avoid being disappointed when you try to access the pools, please come by the Association office with your current lease and update your MoL before pool season begins.

4. You must have a valid Membership ID Card for each member of your family age 6 and older. You must present this ID card for admittance to the pools.

5. All residents of Stone Ridge, including tenants, will receive one complimentary Guest Pool Pass per household each year. This Guest Pool Pass is good for three pool visits and is available for pickup at the Association Office. Additional Guest Passes good for 5 visits may also be purchased at the Association Office for $15.

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THE DULLES COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROJECT wants to hear from you! The Dulles Community Outreach Project has been initiated by the County Board of Supervisors to identify neighborhood and community-wide priorities and develop strategies that will aid in future project planning activities.

Similar outreach efforts have been undertaken in other parts of the County over the past decade, and now it’s our turn to take a focused and comprehensive look at the needs of our community!

At the direction of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, the Department of Planning and Zoning is conducting a survey of residents in the Dulles

Community. Stone Ridge and the Dulles South Alliance (DSA) are working to ensure residents and businesses are aware of and participating in the survey.

Please visit the Dulles Community Outreach Projects website and take a few moments to fill out the survey and share your vision, ideas, and concerns for the future of the Dulles South region. Your participation in the survey is essential to the success of this program.

In addition to the surveys, residents may also connect with the Project via various social media sites and web-based engagement forums to connect and interact with leaders in the Dulles Community, including Janet Clarke, Supervisor Blue Ridge District, Matt Letourneau, Supervisor Dulles District, Jeff Salmon, County Planning Commission Chairman, Dulles District, Captain Eric Prugh, LCSO Dulles South Station Commander, Val Walters, Executive Director DSA, and many more!

The Dulles Community Project is even making use of state-of-the-

art, interactive crowdsourced mapping technology to gather information and identify the assets and needs of the area. Users can highlight areas of Dulles they would like to accentuate and areas they believe should be remedied, using photos, map points, and short descriptions.

Use the following link to take the survey, contribute to the crowdsourced mapping project, view the existing conditions report, participate in discussions, and learn more about the project!

http://www.loudoun.gov/dullescommunityoutreach

Share your thoughts on the future of your community by

completing our surveys! Topics covered include:

Resident and Business Surveys

available on our website at:

Project Study Area

Engage electronically by clicking the following links on the project website

Project Manager: Joseph Griffiths

Joseph.Griffiths@loudoun.gov

DullesOutreach@loudoun.gov

Loudoun County Government, Department of Planning & Zoning

www.loudoun.gov/dullescommunityoutreach

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Transportation

Bicycle/Pedestrian Mobility

Housing

Public Safety

Growth and Development

Scan below for Crowdsourced Mapping!

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ADULTS:

Flower Gardening with a Master Gardner - Thursday, March 12th, 7 p.m. Free.

Right Rose, Right Place, Your Garden with Consulting Rosarian Pam Powers – Monday, March 16th, 7 p.m. Yes, you can grow roses! Learn from a Rose Foundation expert how to choose desirable roses, create elegant beauty in your garden, and how to take that plunge! Free.

Brain Awareness: Book Discussion – Celebrate brain awareness by discussing The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat and Other Clinical Tales by Oliver Sacks. Free.

Master Lessons for Creating Personal and Organizational Success – Sunday, March 22nd, 2 p.m. Army veteran, leadership coach, and author Deborah L. Parker will share tips to achieve your leadership goals at work, home, and in the community. Free.

Meet the Author, Bob O’Connor: The U.S. Colored Troops at Andersonville – Monday, March 23rd, 7:30 p.m. Learn about the experiences of African-American soldiers in the Union Army. Book sale and signing. Free.

123 Math & Science: “What’s Going On Up There?” – Thursday, March 26th, 7 p.m. Dr. Jeremy Freeman, a neuroscientist at the Howard Hughes Janelia Farm Research Campus, will talk about how our brains work and what to do to keep your brain healthy. Free.

CHILDREN:

Celebrate Dr. Seuss Day – Monday, March 2nd, 4 p.m. Stories, activities, and crafts to celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday! For all ages. Free.

LEGO® Builders – Wednesday, March 4th, 7 p.m. Build a Maps themed creation with Lego® bricks. For grades 2 – 5. Free.

Picturing America: Georgia O’Keeffe – Wednesday, March 11th, 7:00 p.m. Learn about American History and culture, explore great art, and create your own masterpiece. For grades 3 – 5. Free.

Open Door Sensory Story Time – Saturday, March 14th, 3 p.m. An interactive and educational program for all children, but designed for those with sensory integration challenges. Books, songs, movement, and therapeutic activities to stimulate all five senses and promote learning. Free.

Movie Matinee – Monday, March 30th, 2 p.m. The Lorax, rated PG, 87 minutes. Free.

JUST FOR TEENS:

Teen Tech Week Bingo Challenge – Sunday, March 8th – Saturday, March 14 . Pick up a bingo card in the Teen Center and return the completed card by March 14th to collect a prize. Free.

Teen Tech Week: DIY Teens: Recycled CD’s – Monday, March 9th, 4:30 p.m. Make crafts using recycled CD’s to celebrate Teen Tech Week! Free.

Teen Anime Night – Thursday, March 12th, 6 p.m. Your night to game, snack, watch, and discuss all things anime! Free.

Minecraft Club – Wednesday, March 18th & April 15th, 7 p.m. Build, explore, and meet other Minecraft players, IRL. Free.

Science Saturday – Saturday, March 21st, 2:00 p.m. Learn about the science of the brain! Free.

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FREE TAX PREPARATION SERVICES AVAILABLE FOR LOW TO MODERATE INCOME FAMILIES IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA THROUGH APRIL 15TH

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) program is in full swing in Loudoun County providing free tax services to families earning less than $54,000 per year. The program provides one-on-one assistance to customers on a walk-in basis. Free tax services will continue through April 15, 2014 at four sites in Loudoun County and many additional sites in Northern Virginia.

At this time of economic downturn and growing need, here is an opportunity for individuals and families to save an average of $200 in tax preparation fees by coming to one of the free tax preparation sites. In addition to saving tax fees they will be working with certified IRS volunteers who will make sure that families receive the maximum tax refund to which they are entitled and help determine if they are eligible for the earned income tax credit (EITC) or other tax credit programs.

PLEASE BRING THE FOLLOWING ITEMS (if married and filing a joint return, both spouses must be present). All returns are filed electronically.

• If filing a joint return BOTH spouses must come to the tax site.

• Photo ID required for the taxpayer (and spouse if filing jointly).

• Social Security cards or ITIN letters and birth dates for the taxpayer, spouse and all dependents.

• Wage and earnings statements: W-2, W-2G, and all Form 1099s received for 2014.

• Unemployment compensation, Form 1099G for 2014

• Interest and dividend statements for 2014• Child care expenses paid in 2014 and the child

care provider’s name, address and federal ID number.

• Record of tuition, purchase of books and/or student loan payments, Form 1098-E.

• A copy of last year’s 2013 federal and state tax returns (if available).

• A check or deposit slip if you want direct deposit.

• Paperwork relating to Energy efficient homes improvements, new car purchases and new home purchases (closing agreement)

• Record of any real estate taxes, mortgage interest payments, medical expenses and charitable donations made in 2014

• NEW Affordable Health Care Act Form 1095A from the Healthcare Marketplace

The following VITA sites in Loudoun County will be providing free income tax assistance.

• Loudoun County Family Services - Workforce Resource Center will open every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to Noon, beginning January 29, 2015 and continuing through April 15, 2015. The Workforce Resource Center is located in the Shenandoah Building at 102 Heritage Way on the first floor (enter at the back of the building) in Leesburg. Wages are limited to $54,000 and under. No appointments needed.

In addition, AARP offers free tax preparation at the following locations:

• Rust Library will open every Monday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. starting February 2, 2015 and continuing through April 13, 2015. The library is located at 380 Old Waterford Road in Leesburg. Service is available to all wage earners or retirees. No appointments needed.

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• Cascades Library will open every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Monday and Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. beginning January 19, 2015 through April 15, 2015. Service is available to all wage earners or retirees. Cascades Library is located at 21030 Whitfield Place in Sterling. No appointments needed.

• Falcons Landing will open every Monday, Thursday and Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. beginning on February 2, 2015 through April 13, 2015. Service is available to all wage earners or retirees. Appointments are needed. To schedule an appointment call 703.404.5216. Falcons Landing is located at the corner of Algonkian Parkway & Potomac View Road in Sterling.

• Carver Center will be open every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. beginning on February 4, 2015 through April 15, 2015. Appointments are needed. To schedule an appointment call 571.258.3400 and ask for Trixi. The Carver Center is located at 200 Willie Palmer Way in Purcellville.

Additional sites in Northern Virginia are listed at: www.nvacash.org. For additional information, contact Karen Velez at 703.771.5718 or email: karen.velez@loudoun.gov.

NEW COUNTY BUS ROUTE IN STONE RIDGE

There’s a new Loudoun County bus service running in Stone Ridge!

The Route 85, Dulles South Connector, operates weekdays from 5:30 am to 8:00 pm. This Dulles South Connector route begins at East Gate and travels through South Riding, Stone Ridge and Brambleton, then on to the Loudoun Station Park and ride lot where there is connecting bus service to the Wiehle-Reston East Metrorail Station. The cost is only $1.00.

To view the bus schedule and route map please visit www.loudoun.gov/localbus

2015 LCPS Student CalendarMarch 27 End of Grading Period

March 30-April 3 Holiday (Spring Break)

April 6 Student Holiday (Planning/Records/Conference Day)

May 25 Holiday (Memorial Day)

June 16 Last Day of School/End of Grading Period

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Friday, February 27 7pm-10pmClubhouse

SPRING EGG HUNTToddlers/Teen

Saturday, April 49 am-10amClubhouse

SPRING COMMUNITY YARD SALEFamily

Saturday, April 258 am-11:30am

Stone Carver Pool Parking Lot

WELCOME SOCIALAdult/Family

Wednesday, May 13 7pm-9pm

T’Kila Restaurant

ANNUAL FAMILY POOL PARTYFamily

Saturday, June 6 (Rain Date: Sunday, June 7)

4pm -8pmGreenstone Pool

SUMMERFESTAdult/Family

Saturday, June 13 (Rain Date: Sunday, June 14)

7pm -10pmStone Carver Pool Parking Lot

FOURTH OF JULY PARADEFamily

Saturday, July 4 9am-11am

Greenstone Pool Parking Lot

FAMILY POOL PARTYFamily

Saturday, July 25 (Rain Date: Sunday, July 26)

4pm -8pmStone Carver Pool

TEEN POOL PARTYTeen

Saturday, August 15 (Rain date only if due to thunder storm)

4pm-8pmGreenstone Pool

ANNUAL SPONSOR EVENTFamily

Saturday, August 29(Rain Date: Sunday, August 30)

11am-3pmGreenstone Pool

ANNUAL VOLUNTEER APPRCIATION DAY

AdultFriday, Sept. 11

7pm-10pmClubhouse

STONE RIDGE YARD SALE DAYFamily

Saturday, Sept. 128am-12pm

Resident’s Properties

HUANTED HOUSE PRE-VIEW WEEKFamily

October 2-4 and October 9-10 7pm-9pmClubhouse

SHOCKTOBERFEST/ HAUNTED HOUSE

Adult/FamilySaturday, October 10

1pm-5pmClubhouse Parking Lot

HALLOWEEN HOME DECORATING CONTEST

FamilyWednesday, Oct. 28

7pm-9pmResident’s Properties

FALL SOCIAL HAPPY HOURSAdult

Saturday, November 14 7pm-10pmClubhouse

SANTA VISITS STONE RIDGEToddlers/Teens

Saturday, December 56pm-8pm

Drive through the Community Clubhouse

HOLIDAY HOME DECORATING CONTEST

FamilyWedensday, December 16

7pm-9pmResidents Properties

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ARCOLA ELEMENTARY’S SPRING BASKET RAFFLE

Arcola Elementary School in Aldie, VA is hosting our 5th Annual Spring Basket Raffle on April 24th, 2015.

Our goal is to raise much needed funds to provide laptops for our school, and support our teachers and classrooms. Last year we were

able to purchase computers for a new learning computer lab!

HERE IS HOW YOU CAN HELP! Donate an item or gift certificate.

All donations will be highlighted in our program for the evening and are tax deductible (Tax ID: 52-1542986).

We would like to have all items by April 10, 2015. Donations can be picked up by a committee member or sent to

Arcola Elementary PTA C/O Basket Raffle Committee 41740 Tall Cedars Pkwy.

Aldie, VA 20105

Thank you for your consideration! Arcola Elementary PTA Basket Raffle Committee

Questions ~ arcolaptaevents@gmail.com, 703-596-9105

We are turning to our community businesses to help make this year’s raffle our BEST yet!

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SCHOOLSSCHOOLS THINGS TO DOStudio, 45449 Severn Way, Ste. 165, Sterling, VA. Contact: To register a band: www.loudounteens.org. For more information: 703-737-8335 or amanda.ballute@loudoun.gov.

March 14th: Family Day: Women in Aviation and Space - Join us for a family day that celebrates the accomplishments of women in aviation and space exploration. From the days of the earliest pilots to today’s space program women have been making significant contributions. During this event, visitors will have the opportunity to meet female role models and learn about the women who inspired them. Event time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Admission fee/ticket price: Free admission, $15 parking. Location: Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, 14390 Air and Space Museum Parkway, Chantilly, VA. Contact: (703) 572-4118.

March 14th: 16th Annual Manassas St. Patrick’s Day Parade - The City of Manassas celebrates St. Patrick’s Day each year with a community parade featuring Irish dance groups, the Northern Virginia Firefighters Emerald Society Pipe and Drum, Washington Scottish Pipe and Drum, Fairfax County Sheriff’s Coalition Pipe and Drum, the Marine Corps

Color Guard and other area groups and organizations. Event time: 11 a.m. Admission fee/ticket price: free. Location: Old Town Manassas, Prescott Avenue/ Center Street, Manassas, VA. Contact: www.stpatparade.net

March 21st: Loudoun Symphony Youth Orchestra Concert – Ensembles For Everyone – This is the fourth annual event for families and the Specials Needs Community. Children will have an opportunity to experience music in new ways that are very sensory and hands-on. The pre-concert seminar is ideal for parents, teachers, and educators to learn about hands-on music therapy and working with special needs children. Collaborating with the LSYO this year is Tracey Swope of “A Place To Be” music therapy, as well as one of her students. The concert includes visuals to accompany the scores of well-known music by Beethoven to the Beatles. The concert is completely interactive and encourages the audience to participate using percussion instruments provided by the symphony. The after concert activities include a reception and more hands-on music activities. Children will be able to participate in a “drum circle” with Tracey, an instrument “petting zoo” and go to different musical related activities stations. Event time: 3:15 to 4: 00 p.m. (pre-concert seminar), 4:00 to 4:45 p.m. (concert), 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. (after concert activities). Admission fee/ticket price: free. Location: Stone Bridge High School, 43100 Hay Road, Ashburn, VA. Contact: www.ensemblesforeveryone.org and www.loudounsymphony.org

March 7th: Loudoun Symphony Orchestra Concert – Behold The Bold Umbrellaphant – This is a short concert designed for youth. Both entertaining and educational, Maestro McCoy, Narrator Jason Love, and the LSO will introduce the audience to the different sights and sounds of a symphony orchestra. Event time: 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Admission fee/ticket price: Advance tickets: Adults 18 – 64: $17, Students 13 – 17: $7, Children 12 and below: Free. Choose the buy 2 get 2 ticket type during checkout to get two tickets free when you buy two adult tickets. Tickets are $5 more when purchased at the door. Location: The Community Church Concert Hall, 19790 Ashburn Road, Ashburn, VA. Contact: www.loudounsymphony.org

March 13th: YouthFest Battle of the Bands – The final of three Battle of the Bands will be held Friday, March 13th at the Studio in Sterling. All entrants must be enrolled in a Loudoun County middle or high school. Winners from each battle will advance to the finals (on April 17th) to compete for The Mowgli’s at YouthFest ’15 on May 30th at the Barn at One Loudoun. Event time: 6:00 p.m. Admission fee/ticket price: $5. Location: The

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2015 ADVERTISEMENT RATES

Classified (Resident) - $10, Classified (Non-resident) - $25, Business Card (B&W)- $75, Business Card (Color) - $100, Quarter Page (B&W) - $150, Quarter Page (Color) - $200, Half Page (B&W) - $300, Half Page (Color) - $350, Full Page (B&W) - $600, Full Page (Color) - $650

5% discount applies for 6 or more months of quarter, half, or full page ads. Must pay full amount up front.

All ads must be received by the 10th of the month for the following month’s publication. Ads will not be placed until payment is received; only checks written to Stone Ridge Association, Inc. will be accepted for payment. Ads must be submitted electronically to stoneridge-hoa@stoneridgeinc.org in .jpg or .pdf format with a minimum 300 dpi resolution and in the exact dimensions specified for the ad size purchased.

Contact Information: stoneridge-hoa@stoneridgeinc.org24605 Stone Carver DriveStone Ridge VA 20105703-327-5179

Disclaimer: Display ads are paid advertisements and do not reflect endorsement by the Stone Ridge Association. The Stone Ridge Association, the Board of Directors, staff and members, nor Developer, make any representations as to the validity or qualifications of any advertiser.

TRASH REMINDERS

TRASH PICKUP SCHEDULE: Trash: Mondays and Thursdays Recyclables: Thursdays Yard Waste: Thursdays

For acceptable recycling, please visit: www.american-disposal.com

Contact American Disposal Services at 703-368-0500 or visit www.american-disposal.com

Please remember to bring your trash toter in and store it properly out of plain view after trash pick-up. Toters must be stored in the garage or trash enclosure for single family homes and in either the garage or trash ‘cubby’ in townhouses. As stated in the Amended & Restated Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, Article 10.2(i) “trash containers shall not be permitted to remain in public view from Community Area or another lot except on days of collection”

Please place an identifying mark on your toter so it can be easily found if it blows into another yard.

ASSOCIATION FEES

MAIL ASSOCIATION PAYMENTS WITH COUPON TO:

Stone Ridge Associationc/o SFMCP.O. Box 66571Phoenix, AZ 85802

All Assessment Payments are Due on the 1st of Each Month

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Stone Springs Condo Manager, Traci Tranquilli ................................. 703-385-1133Summerwalk Condo Manager, Crystal Coats .................................... 703-385-1133SFMC,Inc, Dana Mirch, Centre Park Condo Manager .......................................... 703-392-6006

EMERGENCIES............................DIAL 911NON-EMERGENCIESDulles Urgent Care Center ............... 703-542-7921Arcola Pleasant Valley Fire ............... 703-327-2222INOVA Loudoun Hospital ................. 703-858-6000Poison Control Hotline .................... 800-222-1222Loudoun County Sheriff’s Dept. ...... 703-777-1021Deputy Roy Ortutay, Community Resource Officer .......... 571-246-4165

SCHOOLSArcola Elementary ........................... 703-957-4390Mercer Middle ................................. 703-957-4340John Champe High School ............... 703-722-2680

LOUDOUN COUNTYAnimal Control................................. 703-777-0406Animal Emergency Hospital ............. 703-777-5755Building and Development .............. 703-777-0397Building Inspections ........................ 703-777-0220Dulles South Multipurpose Center ..571-258-3456Library – Stone Ridge ....................... 571-258-3838Parks & Recreation .......................... 703-777-0343Post Office – Aldie ........................... 703-327-6975Transit & Commuter Services .......... 703-777-0280Treasurer ......................................... 703-777-0380Voter Registration ............................ 703-777-0380Vehicle Registration ......................... 703-777-0260

UTILITIESGas – Washington Gas ..................... 703-750-1000Gas – Washington Gas (Emergency) ....800-752-7520Electric – NOVEC .............................. 888-335-0500Miss Utility.............................811 or 800-552-7001Trash/Recycling – American Disposal ........................... 703-368-0500Loudoun Water ................................ 571-291-7880

HOURS OF OPERATIONMonday - Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

CLUBHOUSE AND FITNESS CENTER (WITH KEY CARD)Sunday - Saturday 5:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

BOARD OF DIRECTORSPresident ......................................... Denise HarroverVice President .................................. Bill DealSecretary ......................................... Beverly ConnerTreasurer ......................................... Mike RhodesDirector ........................................... Chris SorensenDirector ........................................... Mark McIntoshDirector ........................................... Leslie Lewis

STAFFGeneral Manager ............................. Carol Teigen, PCAMFacilities & Grounds Manager ......... Guy McNeilCovenants Administrator ................. Erik BerndtEvents Coordinator .......................... Edit SherryAdministrative Assistant ................. Michael Cumberland

COMMITTEESActivities: Alton Bryant .................................... 703-327-5179Communications: Jeff Messinger.................................. 703-327-5179ARC: Nathan Tubbs .......................... 703-327-5179Covenants: Dave Greenwalt ............ 703-327-5179

OTHER CONTACTSSFMC (Assessment) ......................... 703-392-6006 ......................................................... Ext. 218Van Metre Customer Care ............... 703-348-5806Allegra Print & Imaging.................... 703-378-0020Mailboxes Plus ................................. 703-753-5521

CONDO MANAGEMENTFirst Service Residential Amber Springs Condo Manager, Traci Tranquilli ................. 703-385-1133Mercer Park Condo Manager,Luis Siguere ..................................... 703-385-1133

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MARCH 2015

Stone Springs Board of Directors Meeting

7:30 p.m. (Nettle Mill Clubhouse

Activities Room)

Amber Springs Board of Directors Meeting

7:00 p.m. (Nettle Mill Clubhouse

Activities Room)

Spring Egg Hunt 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.

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Architectural Review Committee Meeting

7:00 p.m.(Stone Carver

Conference Room)

ARC Applications Due

Daylight Savings Time Begins

ARC Applications Due

ARC Applications Due

Groundhog Day

Valentines Day

Covenants Committee Meeting

6:30 p.m. (Stone Carver Conference Room)

Architectural Review Committee Meeting

7:00 p.m. (Stone Carver Conference Room)

St. Patrick’s Day

Stone Ridge Board of Directors Meeting

6:00 p.m. (Stone Carver Conference Room)

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