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By Sharon Bulova Northern Virginia Com- County Schools: Chairman, Fairfax County Board of munity College are lo- Supervisors cated just down the road for affordable higher Teaching for 21st Century elcome to Fairfax County, education opportunities one of the greatest places in many different subject What’s new at different ways to design instructional Win the nation to live, fields. Our business- practices to support the development of work, play and raise a friendly economy en- these essential skills. family. Fairfax County is home to a thriv- sures career opportuni- Fairfax County We are also working to define contem- ing business community, vibrant enter- ties for both our older porary teaching and learning practices tainment and shopping destinations, a and younger residents. Public Schools. while better integrating technology. For world class university, beautiful parks, and On the local government level, the Fairfax example, through a a diverse population of engaged residents. County Board of Supervisors is constantly By Dr. Karen K. Garza pilot program we are Whether you are a long-time resident or are hard at work to ensure quality public ser- Superintendent, Fairfax County calling FCPSOn — new to the county, I hope you’ll take some vices for our residents. Our 10-member Public Schools this year we begin time to visit some of our most popular spots Board of Supervisors strives to maintain evaluating how digi- to enjoy what Fairfax County has to offer. positive community engagement, while elcome to the 2016-17 tal resources can best Tysons Corner and Fair Oaks Malls, Reston strategically planning for the future with W school year in Fairfax scaffold that model — Town Center, Fairfax Corner, Springfield land use and infrastructure decisions. County Public Schools. and how we provide Town Center and the Mosaic District are Some recent accomplishments include With each new school year, we have teachers and students great places to shop, eat and spend time updating many of our police policies, es- the wonderful opportunity to build with the tools and with friends. For cultural destinations, tablishing a Diversion First program for upon our previous successes and con- policies needed to fa- George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate people with mental illness who become in- tinue to improve our work with our cilitate the use of that and Wolf Trap National Park for the Per- volved with law enforcement, and success- students. technology. forming Arts are two of my favorites. And fully extending Metrorail to Tysons and We are continuing to look to our Por- One change you will see this school for enjoying the arts along with community Reston, with Phase 2 of the Silver Line cur- trait of a Graduate and our strategic plan year is a new central website and a new gatherings like Springfest and Brewfest, the rently under construction all the way to in shaping our future work. Our most FCPS logo. Our new website will better Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton is a must. Dulles Airport and into Loudoun County. pressing challenge is making this vision serve everyone — it is mobile responsive, For fresh air and exercise, I recommend our Fairfax County offers opportunity and a reality for every child in our system. features more modern design — and extensive network of trails, parks and quality services for residents of all ages. How do we refine what we do to ensure search will work. As we modernized our RECenters. People from all over the globe have made that all of our students graduate well- website, we also believed it was time to While there are a lot of fun things to do Fairfax County their home, enriching our prepared for this rapidly changing reimagine the FCPS logo. While the pre- in Fairfax County, our community is notori- community with their diverse cultures and world? We acknowledge that this is a vious logo has served us well for 40 years, ous for our “work hard, play hard” ethic. entrepreneurship. Please visit daunting challenge, but there is no we heard from many that it was time to Time Magazine has described us as the epi- www.fairfaxcounty.gov or www.fxva.com to school system in the United States more transform our logo to one reflective of center of the Washington region’s job boom learn more about what Fairfax County has well-prepared and well-equipped to ef- who we are now and who we aspire to and one of the great economic success sto- to offer you and your family. fectively respond to these important is- be in the years to come. ries of our time. Fairfax County is home to As chairman of the Board of Supervi- sues. Our new logo includes a tie to our eight Fortune 500 company headquarters, sors, I am elected at-large by Fairfax The goals of education can no longer legacy, while representing our role as a more than 8,400 technology firms, and over County residents. My office is here to simply be to provide the basic literacy catalyst — sparking curiosity, learning 116.2 million square feet of office space. serve you. If you have any questions or skills for the majority of the students, and excellence for our students, employ- Fairfax County has one of the best public concerns, please email me at while reserving the teaching of skills for ees and community. school systems nationwide with a gradua- [email protected] or give my higher order 21st century thinking for a I wish all students, teachers, parents tion rate topping 90 percent. Our school office a call at 703-324-2321. I hope you select few. As we learn more about the and the entire FCPS community a very system is the 10th largest in the country will sign up to receive my monthly Bulova skills our students will need for success successful and fulfilling school year in with nearly 187,000 students and 196 Byline newsletter that will keep you up- in this changing world, we recognize the FCPS where all are engaged, inspired, schools and centers. After high school to-date on what is happening in your com- need to innovate — to consider new and and thrive. graduation, George Mason University and munity! Welcome to your new home. ‘Insider’s Tip’ to New Businesses
visors uses to fund the full Fairfax County Economic Development Authority helps in range of high-quality public services for which Fairfax starting or expanding business in the county. County is well-known. Building the commercial tax base means By Gerald L. Gordon (FCEDA), works with everyone who wants to We have a complete database that residents don’t have to President and CEO, Fairfax County start or expand a business in the county. of office space options in every Courtesy photo pick up all the costs of provid- Economic Development Authority For aspiring entrepreneurs, we host “En- part of the county, and we can Gerald L. ing those services. trepreneurship 101: Starting a Business in help you navigate that process Gordon, Ph.D. The FCEDA has been work- f you are new to Fairfax County, wel- Fairfax County” workshops almost every so you become an established ing for more than 50 years with Icome to one of the world’s most in month. Some 4,000 people have attended part of the business community. entrepreneurs and owners of businesses teresting places to live and work. If one of these workshops since 2003 and you Why do we do this? The Fairfax County of every size to enlarge the commercial you are new to the county and are inter- will find a wealth of local, state and federal Board of Supervisors charged the FCEDA tax base and make the Fairfax County ested in being part of our dynamic busi- resources to help you map out starting a with building a business community — help economy one of the strongest anywhere. ness community, here is an “insider’s tip” business here. If you need office space, the companies create jobs and fill office space Visit www.fairfaxcountyeda.org to see that you will want to know: The Fairfax FCEDA helps businesses find the office space — to build the commercial tax base. This how the Economic Development Author- County Economic Development Authority they need so they can grow in the county. generates revenue that the Board of Super- ity can help you. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Oak Hill/Herndon Connection ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2016-17 ❖ 3 Newcomers & Community Guide About the Connection
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In doing so, I strive to re- Scout, raised money for a good urbs of Metropolitan Washing- flect the community voice in making policy, creating cause, accomplished some feat ton in Northern Virginia and a diverse, prosperous place with affordable housing like running a marathon, sup- Potomac, Md. and equal opportunity for all. The goal of the Hunter porting a cause or having art in- Our flagship paper, the Alex- Mill District office is to keep everyone in the know cluded in an art show. We pub- andria Gazette Packet, is one of by providing events for the public to become involved lish photos and notes about per- the oldest continuously publish- within the community: First Wednesday sessions with sonal milestones and commu- ing papers in the country, be- the Supervisor at the Reston Regional Library or nity events, including births, en- ginning publication in 1784. Vienna’s Patrick Henry Library, to the Frying Pan Park gagements, weddings, anniver- concert series “Hunter Mill Melodies” and children saries, awards and obituaries. — Mary Kimm, events. We are also interested in [email protected], The Hunter Mill District has something for every- events at your church, mosque, www.twitter.com/marykimm one. It includes all unincorporated Reston, the north- @marykimm ern portion of Tysons, the Town of Vienna and the Lake Fairfax CONTACT communities of Herndon and Oak Hill, with top tier Oak Hill & Herndon parks, trails, restaurants, retailers, businesses and Mill District. [email protected] Herndon Connection: employment opportunities. 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4 ❖ Oak Hill/Herndon Connection ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2016-17 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Newcomers & Community Guide Herndon Area Nonprofits: Making Community Work Cornerstones formerly Touching Heart Touching Heart is an organization that encour- Reston Interfaith ages children to act with love and compassion to Cornerstones helps those that are homeless and combat bullying and in-school violence. They pro- struggling in Northern Virginia to build more stable vide children with the opportunity to plan their lives by connecting them to vital resources that own fundraising events and support organizations solve their needs for housing, child care, food or including Fairfax County Foster Care, Leesburg financial assistance. Programs and services include Traditional Housing and partner orphanages the Embry Rucker Community Shelter, Emergency around the world. 703-901-7355 or Food Pantry, Hypothermia Prevention Program www.touchingheart.com/. and the Thanksgiving Food Drive. 571-323-9555 or www.cornerstonesva.org/. Healthworks for Northern Virginia Council for the “HealthWorks for Northern Virginia, formerly known as the Loudoun Community Health Center, Arts of Herndon is a nonprofit, Federally Qualified Health Center The Council for the Arts of Herndon is the Town created to provide health care in a medical home of Herndon’s officially designated local arts agency. setting to those who have limited or no health in- CAH is a private, not-for-profit charitable organi- surance. We opened our doors in May 2007, and zation supported by citizens, businesses and the since then, more than 12,000 patients have re- public sector including the Town of Herndon and ceived quality medical care with us.” Healthworks the Arts Council of Fairfax County. has locations in Leesburg and Herndon. http:// www.herndonarts.org. hwnova.org/ Herndon-Reston FISH Shelter House FISH: Friendly Immediate Sympathetic Help. A volunteer, non-sectarian, nonprofit dedicated to Shelter House was formed in 1981 when several helping local residents through short-term crises. ecumenical groups came together to better serve Seeking general volunteers or monetary donations. Fairfax County’s low-income population; Shelter Profits from The Bargain Loft, a thrift store located House provides safe housing and transitional ser- at 336 Victory Drive, Herndon support FISH. Call vices to help homeless families and victims of 571-267-2980 assistance line or visit http:// domestic violence in Fairfax County achieve self- herndonrestonfish.org. See Nonprofits, Page 9
www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Oak Hill/Herndon Connection ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2016-17 ❖ 5 Newcomers & Community Guide Herndon: Inside the Town and Fairfax County Sen. Jennifer T. Wexton (D-33) Herndon Town Council P.O. Box 396 Herndon’s Town Council consists of the Mayor Richmond, VA 23218 and six councilmembers. The entire Town Council will be decided in the Town election on Nov. 8. See Email: [email protected] selection on Upcoming Election below. Phone: (804) 698-7533 Lisa C. Merkel, Mayor 703-435-6805 Sen. Janet Howell (D-32) [email protected] Jennifer Baker, Vice Mayor P.O. Box 396 [email protected] Richmond, VA 23218 David A. Kirby, Councilmember Email: [email protected] [email protected] 804-698-7532 Steven L. Mitchell, Councilmember 2014-2016 Herndon Town Council: Steve Mitchell, Grace Wolf, Sheila [email protected] Olem, Mayor Lisa Merkel, Vice Mayor Jennifer Baker, Dave Kirby, http://apps.lis.virginia.gov/sfb1/Senate/ Sheila A. Olem, Councilmember Jasbinder Singh. senatorwebprofile.aspx?id=223 [email protected] District Office Jasbinder Singh, Councilmember [email protected] Ilryong Moon 571-423-1090 P.O. Box 2608 Grace H. Wolf, Councilmember [email protected] and Jeanette M. Reston, VA 20195-0608 [email protected] Board of Supervisors Hough 571-423-1091, [email protected]. Email: [email protected] All correspondence should be sent to: Herndon is also governed by the Fairfax Jane K. “Janie” Strauss PO Box 427, Herndon, Virginia 20172-0427 or County Board of Supervisors. [email protected] 571-423-1087 Sen. Barbara Favola (D-31) 703-435-6805 The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Email: [email protected] General Assembly Building http://www.herndon-va.gov/ controls the county budget, establishes http://www.fcps.edu/schlbd/members/ P.O. Box 396 The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the county government policy, passes resolu- dranesville.shtml Richmond, Va. 23219 Town. The duties of the Town Council include es- tions and ordinances [within the limits of tablishing Town government policy, acting upon 804-698-7531 local resolutions and ordinances, setting tax rates, its authority established by the Virginia [email protected] approving the annual Town budget\ and providing General Assembly], sets local tax rates, ap- Virginia House policy guidance for the Town Manager. proves land use plans and makes appoint- The Town Council holds public hearings on the ments to various positions. Fairfax County of Delegates U.S. House of second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, except during June, July, August, and December, during has an elected Board of Supervisors con- The Town of Herndon is in House of Del- which only one meeting is held on the second Tues- sisting of nine members elected by district, egates district 86, a seat held by Del. Jenni- Representatives day of the month. Work sessions are held on the plus a chairman elected at-large. fer Boysko, who won her election after Del. The Herndon area is in the 10th and 11th first and third Tuesdays of each month with the Tom Rust (R) retired. congressional districts, represented by U.S. exceptions of June, July, August, and December, See www.fairfaxcounty.gov/government/ during which only one session is held on the first board/about-the-board-of-supervisors.htm Parts of Herndon outside of the town and Rep. Barbara Comstock (R-10) and U.S. Tuesday of the month. Alterations to this schedule Herndon is in the Dranesville District. Oak Hill are represented by Del. Ken Plum Rep. Gerald E. “Gerry” Connolly’s (D-11). are noted on the monthly calendar listings. All Herndon residents are represented on the (D-36) and Del. Jim LeMunyon (R-67). All members of the U.S.House of Represen- meetings begin at 7 p.m. Virginia House of Delegates tatives are on the ballot this fall. All meetings are open to the public and all are Board of Supervisors by Dranesville Super- encouraged to attend. Meetings are held in the visor John W. Foust and Chairman Sharon Herndon Council Chambers Building located at Bulova, who serves at large. Del. Jennifer Boysko (D-86) U.S. Rep. Barbara Comstock (R-10) 765 Lynn Street. Agendas are available in the Town General Assembly Building Washington, DC Office Clerk’s office at 777 Lynn Street on Fridays prior P.O. Box 406 226 Cannon House Office Building to each meeting and are posted on the website. Dranesville Supervisor, John W. Foust All Town Council public hearings are cablecast McLean Governmental Center Richmond, Virginia 23218 Washington, DC 20515 live on Herndon Community Television HCTV. 1437 Balls Hill Road Office: 804-698-1086 Phone: [202] 225-5136 McLean, VA 22101 [email protected] https://comstock.house.gov THE NEXT ELECTION for the offices of Mayor District Office and Town Council will be held Tuesday, Nov. 8, 703-356-0551, TTY 711 2016. Incumbent Mayor Lisa Merkel will face a Email: [email protected] 730 Elden StreetHerndon, VA 20170 U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-11) challenge from current Councilmember Jasbinder http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ 703-437-0086 Washington, DC Office Singh for the office of Mayor. dranesville/ 2238 Rayburn HOB Candidates for the six Town Council seats for the 2017-2018 term include Jennifer K. Baker, Jeffrey Del. Kenneth “Ken” Plum (D-36) Washington, D.C. 20515 L. Davidson, Signe V. Friedrichs, Connie H. Chairman, Sharon Bulova http://virginiageneralassembly.gov/ Phone: 202-225-1492 Hutchinson, David “Dave” A. Kirby, William J. Fairfax County Government Center house/members/members.php?id=H0076 Annandale Office “Bill” McKenna, Sheila A. Olem, Roland B. Taylor 703-758-9733 4115 Annandale Road, Ste. 103 and Grace Han Wolf. Baker, Kirby, Olem and Wolf 12000 Government Center Pkwy., Ste 530 are incumbent councilmembers and serve on the Fairfax, VA 22035 804-698-1036 Annandale, VA 22003 current Town Council. Steve Mitchell is not run- Phone: 703-324-2321, TTY 711 General Assembly Building Phone: 703-256-3071 ning for reelection. Herndon’s local elections had Email: [email protected] P.O. Box 406 taken place in May since the Town was incorpo- Richmond, Virginia 23218 rated in 1879. For the first time in its history, http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/chairman/ U.S. Senate Herndon will vote for the Mayor and members of Office: 804-698-1036 its Town Council in the Fall rather than during a [email protected] Mark Warner and Tim Kaine are Virginia’s special Town election in the Spring. Fairfax County U.S. Senators. School Board Del. James M. LeMunyon (R-67) U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) Herndon Dulles Regional 703-264-1432 231 Russell Senate Office Building Students in the Town of Herndon attend 804-698-1067 Washington, D.C. 20510 Chamber Of Commerce Fairfax County Public Schools, governed by [email protected] 202-224-4024 http://www.dullesregionalchamber.org/ Fairfax County School Board. The board has www.lemunyon.com http://www.kaine.senate.gov/ The Dulles Regional Chamber of Com- 12 members, elected for four-year terms; Post Office Box 220962 merce is located in one of the top technol- one member represents each of the County’s Chantilly 20153-0962 U.S. Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) ogy corridors in the nation serving the nine magisterial districts, and three mem- 475 Russell Senate Office Building Dulles Region, included western Fairfax, bers serve at large. A student representa- Virginia Senate Washington, DC 20510 eastern Loudoun and the Town of Herndon. tive, selected for a one-year term by the 202-224-2023 As one of the largest chambers in the DC Student Advisory Council, sits with the The Town of Herndon is represented by http://www.warner.senate.gov/ metro area, the chamber works to increase Board at all public meetings and participates state senate District 33, Sen. Jennifer T. Vienna Office business for members, to support STEM, in discussions, but does not vote. Wexton [D-33]. Other parts of Herndon 8000 Towers Crescent Drive workforce initiatives and economic devel- Herndon is represented by Dranesville outside the town are represented by Va. Sen. Suite 200 opment, and to partner with the commu- School Board member Janie Strauss plus the Janet Howell [D-32] and Va. Sen. Barbara Vienna, Virginia 22182 nity. three at-large members, Ryan L. McElveen Favola [D-31]. 703-442-0670 571-423-1089, [email protected]], 6 ❖ Oak Hill/Herndon Connection ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2016-17 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Newcomers & Community Guide Greater Transparency in Policing Fairfax County Police embrace change, sanctity of life for all.
By Colonel Edwin C. Roessler Jr. Chief of Police
ear Community Mem-bers: The Fairfax D County Police Department was established on July 1, 1940 and today we have an au- thorized strength of 1,406 sworn law enforcement Real Estate Career? officers. Our greatly engaged community exceeds 1.1 million residents which continues to assist us in pre- Part Time or Full Time! venting and fighting crime, increasing the culture of safety to preserve the sanctity of life for all, and to Colonel Edwin C. Roessler Jr., keep pace with rapid urbanization. Chief of Police. Online Virginia Real Estate Course Your Police Department proactively undertook an independent review of its use of force training, and dence in the Police Department. Final Exam Prep in our Reston Office related policies and procedures conducted by the Po- The Police Department is committed to enhancing lice Executive Research Forum. A further review gen- its transparency at all levels and we have established $229 w/promo code STARTNOW erating additional change recommendations has been policies and procedures in coordination with the conducted by the County’s Ad Hoc Police Practices Board of Supervisors to achieve maximum commu- Review Commission. The core theme of change is nication with the communities we serve. Through- adopting the philosophy of the sanctity of life in all out the remainder of 2016 and into 2017 we will 703-476-1747 we do. As I have discussed in multiple public forums continue to reengineer our profession in many op- to include the Public Safety Committee of the Fairfax erational and administrative areas to achieve effec- County Board of Supervisors, your police department tive change while increasing community engage- embraces reengineering the law enforcement pro- ment. fession and we are proud to be national leaders truly In 2014 the Police Department began a self-assess- engaged with creating change with an engaged com- ment process to align its policies and procedures to munity. comply with 484 national standards established by The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has en- the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforce- dorsed our reengineering of the policies governing ment Agencies (CALEA). The required on-site assess- the use of force which value the sanctity of human ment was conducted by assessors from outside Vir- life. ginia in early 2016, and CALEA accredited status was The Police Department has adopted policies and awarded on July 30, 2016. practices which utilize the Critical Decision Making The Police Department, along with the Commu- Model to ensure that all actions are proportionate, nity Services Board, other public safety agencies, and lawful, accountable, necessary, and ethical. Your Po- mental health advocates partnered to implement the lice Department has mandated annual in-service Diversion First program which provides a viable jail training on use of force critical decision-making be- diversion alternative for those in mental health cri- cause the essential knowledge and skills are consid- sis. Our police officers receive Crisis Intervention ered “perishable,” therefore rendering training on an Team (CIT) training to prepare them to recognize annual basis a necessity. when persons are experiencing a mental health cri- The final report issued by the Ad Hoc Commission sis and how best to de-escalate such initial encoun- included recommendations made by its Independent ters. Our CIT-trained officers now have the Merrifield Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee. These Crisis Response Center, as well as two Mobile Crisis recommendations, the subject of current delibera- Units, enabling them to offer persons in crisis the tion by the Public Safety Committee of the Fairfax mental health services they may require. County Board of Supervisors, propose the creation Welcome to Fairfax County and we encourage you of a Police Auditor position and establishment of a to engage with your Police Department as we all con- Civilian Review Panel. The Police Department wel- tinue to make our County a great place to live, work, comes immediate implementation of both as they play, and grow old. To learn more about the Fairfax maximize accountability through transparency, and County Police Department, please visit will lead to higher levels of public trust and confi- http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/ Community Notes
Reston Farmers Market at convenient. We organize both neighbor- weekend to children who receive re- Lake Anne Plaza, founded in 1998, is hood and Reston-wide projects. To duced price meals during the school sponsored by the Fairfax County encourage recycling, eco-friendly yard year at Title I schools in Fairfax and Park Authority. The market is open and garden care, greener transportation Prince William Counties and the City Saturday mornings 8 a.m. until 12 or energy conservation or to learn more of Alexandria. noon through Nov. 12 (except Sept. about us, call 703-620-0151 or email The 2016-17 Kickoff event is at 10 24). Co-Market Managers are Fran & [email protected]. a.m. on Thursday, September 15 at John Lovaas. Dominion Virginia Power, 3072 Assistance League of Northern Centreville Road, in Herndon. Arrive Reston Environmental Ac- Virginia invites community members at 9:30 a.m. to help with setup. tion REACT Is a nonprofit to help pack food for its Weekend Event contact Karen Amster: organization of residents working to Food for Kids program. Program pro- [email protected]. make adopting green habits more vides nonperishable food over the www.northernvirginia.assistanceleague.org. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Oak Hill/Herndon Connection ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2016-17 ❖ 7 Newcomers & Community Guide Top Stories to Watch See two proposals for Herndon’s future downtown at www.herndon-va.gov/downtownrfp.
By Ken Moore O’Reilly. public hearings in November and Decem- The entire Silver Line will be a 23-mile The Connection But some are concerned. ber and by email and written testimony to extension of the existing Metrorail system “What we are doing now is putting high the Council. from East Falls Church, through Tysons and he redevelopment of Herndon’s density living in a very congested area. How Some residents remained convinced that Reston, and eventually to Washington downtown has been discussed, are we going to handle the traffic?” said town elections should be separate from fed- Dulles International Airport west into Tbrainstormed and envisioned by Stephen Mundt. eral and state elections to allow focus on Loudoun County. Council’s for decades; in the “With 422 dedicated spots to parking, that town issues. The Herndon Town Council approved 38 next few weeks, the current Council is is potentially 422 people who are leaving “Change is really hard. It’s hard in busi- acres to be set aside for its future Metro scheduled to make a decision that impacts every morning and returning every ness, it’s hard in personal life, it’s hard in stop in February 2012. The Herndon Metro Herndon’s downtown forever. evening,” said Meghan Gallardo. “We’re policy. It’s really hard so I absolutely recog- Area Station Plan envisions: a mix of retail, Two developers gave competing propos- going to see a lot of traffic and I want to nize that. But the cornerstone of democracy hotel, office and residential space, to in- als for the redevelopment of 4.675 acres in see how that is going to be managed.” is participation,” said Jennifer Baker, vice clude 3.2 million net square feet of addi- historic downtown before a full Council “I have serious concern about the the vi- mayor on the Council. tional commercial floor area and 2,400 Chamber audience on June 8. ability of a hotel in downtown Herndon,” “May (elections) made a lot of sense for dwellings by 2035; a promenade, pedes- Residents offered their views on the pro- said Julia Evans. “With all due respect to a long time. But we’ve done a lot of research trian and bicycle-friendly trails and en- posals at the public hearings at the Town the lovely town that I live in, Herndon is and because of that I feel very convinced hancements, and recreational amenities; Council on Tuesday, June 14 and July 12. not a destination that can support a bou- that we now know November will be better premier office space; parking garages with The Town Council is expected to make a tique hotel.” choice going forward,” she said. short-term spaces for kiss-and-ride passen- selection late this summer and anticipates Some want to ensure the long-term suc- gers; and pull-offs along Herndon Parkway a comprehensive agreement will be cess of Herndon’s future downtown. for vehicles dropping off and picking up awarded by the end of 2016. “Comstock has a two-year timeline while Council Seats passengers. Stout and Teague envision a hotel on the Stout and Teague has a five-year phased Current Councilmember Jasbinder Singh “We passed a resolution in February ad- corner of Center Street and Elden Street to timeline,” said Arthur Nachman. “We’ve just announced at the end of June that he will vocating for the County to put a Circulator go along with new residential condos in been through the Great Recession,” he said. run against Mayor Lisa Merkel for the Bus route for Phase II because we want our downtown Herndon. “Markets can change unexpectedly. … We Town’s Mayor position in the upcoming Nov. residents to get to the Metro without hav- Comstock Partners and Torti Gallas Part- could be left with a half finished project.” 8 election. ing to get in the car,” Mayor Merkel said. ners envision 281 high quality apartments “Shorter construction period and con- Candidates for Mayor and the six Town “If we have reliable, frequent transit op- and 17,600 square feet of retail with walk- struction costs make it better for everybody, Council seats for the 2017-2018 term an- tions, people will use it.” ways and plazas. especially for the existing business commu- nounced their intent to run. Merkel wants everything in place by the Both proposals offer an 18,000 square nity,” said Downer. “Comstock promises to Candidates for the six Town Council seats time the Silver Line’s doors open to Herndon foot arts center as part of the project. maintain and program their whole proposed for the 2017-2018 term include Jennifer K. in four or so years. area while Stout and Teague passes all this Baker, Jeffrey L. Davidson, Signe V. “People are going to establish their com- THE COUNCIL voted in May 2015, to responsibility to the Town and also the cost Friedrichs, Connie H. Hutchinson, David muting patterns on that first day,” Merkel purchase 1.67 acres of land in Herndon’s of doing that.” “Dave” A. Kirby, William J. “Bill” McKenna, said. “We are working with Fairfax County historic downtown from Ashwell, LLC for Said Nachman: “Time is the killer of all Sheila A. Olem, Roland B. Taylor and Grace because we do want to be ready on day $3.519 million that added to the three acres deals. We need to have a plan that can be Han Wolf. one.” of downtown land it already owns. completed quickly from start to finish.” Baker, Kirby, Olem and Wolf serve on the “The Town of Herndon has been envision- See http://www.herndon-va.gov/depart- current Town Council. Steve Mitchell is not ing a comprehensive redevelopment in our ments/communications-economic-develop- running for reelection. Junction Square/ downtown for decades,” said Mayor Lisa ment/economic-development/herndon- Merkel, around the time the Town pur- downtown-redevelopment-project-rfp RESIDENTS OF THE TOWN who are Tradition Homes chased the property, eligible but not registered to vote must do Monroe and Elden and Nachman Way The purchase clears the way for a com- so by Oct. 17, 2016 to vote in the town elec- Groundbreaking is anticipated for Octo- prehensive development project in the Mayor’s Race and tion. ber, including 2,000 square feet of retail downtown, in accordance with the Down- Register online at www.vote.virginia.gov, space, five mixed use units whose retail town Master Plan adopted by the Town Town Council or return a completed application post- fronts will front Elden Street and 18 Council in 2011. For the first time in its history, Herndon marked or delivered to the General Regis- townhouses. The Town Council approved “Until this purchase, however, we have will vote for the Mayor and members of its trar, 12000 Government Center Parkway, the rezoning of the property in December been limited in our ability to effectively Town Council in the Fall rather than during Suite 323, Fairfax, Virginia, 22035-0081. 2014. position downtown Herndon for compre- a special Town election in the Spring. Voter registration forms and absentee hensive redevelopment, as much of the nec- Herndon’s Town Council adopted an or- ballot applications also are available in the essary land was under private ownership.” dinance March 10, 2015 so Herndon’s next Town Clerk’s office, 777 Lynn Street, New Fire Station The land is generally described as be- Town election will be held in November Herndon, 703-435-6804, Herndon’s new station at 680 Spring tween Station Street to the east, Center 2016. [email protected]. Street, a $13.35 million project funded Street to the west, south of the W&OD Trail, Herndon’s local elections had taken place through a bond referendum that Fairfax and north of Elden Street. in May since the Town was incorporated in County voters approved in November 2014, 1879. Silver Looks Golden is anticipated to be completed in the Fall. MANY RESIDENTS are excited. At Herndon precincts, between 75-80 Herndon Station is part of Phase 2 of the The 14,500 square-foot fire station at 680 “We look forward to seeing downtown percent of registered voters turned out for Silver Line, running to Dulles Airport and Spring Street will be a two-story facility with reach its full potential,” said Richard the November 2012 presidential election beyond into Loudoun County, which is now below-grade parking. Downer. year, and approximately 38-45 percent 30 percent complete, and scheduled to be A temporary fire station has been con- “I am very excited that we have two re- turned out during the midterm elections in operational within the next five years. structed at 791 Elden Street so Fire and ally wonderful plans in front of us,” said November 2010, according to town records. See http://www.dullesmetro.com/silver- Rescue can maintain service during con- Signe Friedrichs. In general, 20-25 percent of registered vot- line-stations/herndon/ struction. “We are terrifically excited about an ers turnout for elections when they are in “There aren’t many towns that can get The former fire station on Spring Street 18,000 square-foot arts center right in the May. involved in projects like this,” said Mayor was the oldest stations in operation in heart of our downtown,” said Michael Hundreds voiced opinions during four Lisa Merkel. Fairfax County.
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lives of some of the most needy in So Others . Nonprofits Northern Virginia. The schools involved include Dogwood Elementary in Reston, Family PASS Might Eat From Page 5 Lynbrook Elementary and Garfield El- Pathway Homes Family PASS strives to step in before SOME is a 46-year-old organization ementary in Springfield, Cora Kelly sufficiency. Currently Shelter House is families lose their housing and to help based in the Washington D.C.area with Established in 1980, Pathway Homes Elementary in Alexandria and Pine seeking monetary, item and time dona- homeless families regain housing and church partnerships throughout North- focuses on providing housing and sup- Spring Elementary in Falls Church. Vol- tions. www.shelterhouse.org/. become self-sufficient by providing ern Virginia. port services to individuals with serious unteers and donors are always needed. rental subsidies assistance, extensive SOME works to meet the immediate mental illnesses, aiming to help these Contact [email protected] or case management and other aid includ- daily needs of needy adults and children individuals reach their full potential and www.northernvirginia.assistanceleague.org LINK: Link ing access to education, job training, with food, clothing and health care, with lead stable lives. They offer both in- child care, food, transportation, health the goal of breaking the cycle of home programs, semi-independent More Area Nonprofits care, help with children’s issues and houses and assisted living facilities. Vol- Against Hunger homelessness by offering services such counseling. Volunteer opportunities in- as affordable housing, job training, ad- unteer opportunities include one on one LINK is an all volunteer Christian or- clude positions as drivers, food drive diction treatment and counseling to the interaction, group work and more. ganization that provides emergency organizers and tutors. 703-242-6474 or poor, the elderly and individuals with [email protected], 703-876- food and financial assistance to families The League of http://familypassfairfax.org/. mental illness. 0390, www.pathwayhomes.org. living in Herndon, Sterling and 202.797.8806 or www.some.org/ Ashburn. They were established in 1972 Women Voters of the and have been partnering with churches, businesses, schools, scout groups and individuals to help provide Fairfax Area food to families in need. Volunteers are The League of Women Voters of the needed to pick up food from area stores, Fairfax Area LWVFA is a volunteer orga- schools and businesses, pack food for nization composed of passionate men families, deliver food, help in our pan- and women who are dedicated to mak- try and distribute food to various ing democracy work. It encourages locations. They also rescue food at area active participation by citizens, but it schools in Fairfax and Loudoun county does not support or endorse candidates. and need volunteers during school It conducts studies of important commu- hours. Their Mobile Food Pantry is held nity issues, has monthly meetings on the second Tuesday of each month in during which members discuss these is- Sterling and volunteers are needed from sues, and uses education and advocacy 12:30 - 3 p.m. 703-437-1776 or to influence public policy, at the local www.linkagainsthunger.org. level, in the interest of the public. It con- ducts candidate forums so that citizens can ask the candidates questions, candi- Northern Virginia dates can answer those questions and also interact directly with the public. Technology Council LWVFA also registers voters and pro- vides them with unbiased information A not-for-profit that functions simi- about the voting process, issues of inter- larly to a chamber of commerce for tech est, and elections. To learn more about companies, providing resources and this organization or to join please go to networking opportunities for tech busi- its website, www.lwv-fairfax.org. nesses; offices are in Herndon. www.nvtc.org or 703-904-7878. Herndon Village Affordable Housing Network Corporation (AHC) AHC Inc., a nonprofit developer of The Herndon Village Network is dedi- affordable housing, operates throughout cated to assisting Herndon area seniors northern Virginia and the Baltimore age in place. Their focus at this time is area to provide quality homes for fami- on providing free transportation for lies and individuals making between 30 Herndon seniors to medical appoint- and 60 percent of the middle income for ments, social engagements, or shopping. their area. AHC also offers services for They welcome volunteers and those in residents and homeownership opportu- need of transportation to visit their nities. 703-486-0626 or websitewww.ahcinc.org/index.html. www.herndonvillagenetwork.org, email them [email protected] Committee or call 703-375-9439 for more informa- tion. for Helping Assistance League Others CHO CHO is an organization committed to of Northern Virginia providing “simple, loving charity” to An all-volunteer organization that those in need in Vienna, Dunn Loring, clothes, feeds, educates and nurtures and Merrifield. CHO is currently seeking those in need. Working through six el- volunteer drivers for their furniture and ementary schools and Inova Fairfax transportation programs. 703-281-7614 Hospital, Assistance League touches the or www.cho-va.com.
GrandInvolve Seeks Volunteers randInvolve is recruit- ing volunteering experience, Ging older adults as vol- with flexible hours and varying unteers who would responsibilities, join us at one like to become mentors, read- of 5 schools this year. Schools ing and math helpers, and class- with the GrandInvolve program room helpers. This are located in Springfield, intergenerational volunteer Lincolnia, the Route 1 area of program has been successful in Alexandria, Chantilly and bringing many new volunteers Herndon. For more informa- to our Title 1 Elementary tion, contact one of the team schools. members at If you’d like to have a reward- [email protected] www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Oak Hill/Herndon Connection ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2016-17 ❖ 9 Newcomers & Community Guide
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Tents at the Reston Farmers Market frame the Lake Anne water fountain. The crowd starts to fill in at Herndon’s Friday Night Live. Vibrant City Living, Small Town Life
meet for public fitness classes in the pavil- Living in the Reston- ion. Parents appreciate Bow Tie Cinemas’ convenient central location, perfect for Herndon area means dropping off a tween date while retaining the appropriate “embarrassment-free-ra- you don’t have to pick dius” by shopping next door. As the year proceeds, each new holiday just one! and season is met by the appropriate hoopla: parades, ice skating, sing-alongs, By Joan O’Bryan and more. Visitors can find the complete The Connection events list by visiting www.restontowncenter.com. espite the fierce Herndon-South As Gigi Harwell, 64, a longtime Lakes high schools rivalry, Herndonite, says: “Every city, every town DHerndonites and Restonians tries to replicate the Reston Town Center. have more in common than They can not do it! I’ve been to different they do differences. Not the least of which, areas, and they can not do what Reston residents from both towns share a lively and Town Center has done. And that’s what I vibrant social scene. like about it.” It’s gotten to the point where point of resi- dence says little about which locations ap- peal to you. While the towns aren’t quite Some of the Reston Runners members gather at Reston Town Center to Visit the Past in combined enough yet to merit a enjoy post-run breakfast. “Brangelina”-style celebrity nickname (nor Downtown Herndon does it quite have the right ring: Hernston? aquatic adventure. There’s an interactive Whereas Reston Town Center has a fre- Resdon?), there’s no denying that together water playground, a lazy river, and slides Shop and Dine at netic energy to match its newish birth, they are much more than the sum of their of all lengths and inclines for the adventur- Downtown Herndon’s more mellow vibe parts. The benefit of living in Herndon is ous aquanaut. Rob Robinson, 40, was wait- Reston Town Center befits its aged stature. Herndon was every Reston attraction, and vice versa. ing in line with Nikki, 35, and Laila, 20 Where once stood a humble cow pasture, founded as a settlement in 1858, but be- No matter the town you’re currently ten- months. According to Robinson, it’s a “good now stands the archetype for the quickly gan truly thriving with the arrival of the anting, the following highlights are open place to bring elementary aged children. developing architectural phenomenon, “Ur- WO&D railroad in the early twentieth cen- to you. There’s something for everyone, Basically, it’s safe and secure for them. The ban Light.” Urban light aims to bring the tury. Easy come, easy go: in 1968 the rail- from wild adventure to peaceful walk- highest depth is four feet, it’s family-ori- best of both words: all of the commercial road was converted into a hike-and-bike about. Whether you’re new to the area or ented.” Most importantly, “you can bring in benefits of a city center with all of the per- trail, and with it came the transformation just visiting, make sure you fill your week- a cooler and have your own snacks,” a big sonality of a small-town main street. Only from industrial stop to small-town feel. ends with one (or all!) of these. bonus for any family on a trip. 26 years old, Reston Town Center has rap- Downtown Herndon remains proud of its In a nearby pavilion, Melvin Jones, 69, idly become the heart of the area’s social history. The old train station was converted and Aaron Greene, 71, set up for the scene. to the Herndon Depot Museum. Inside is Make a Splash at the Chantilly Baptist Annual Sunday School Ask any group of locals to name their fa- railroad memorabilia, artifacts from Picnic. They were expecting a crowd of at vorite part about Reston Town Center, and Herndon’s yore, and information on the Water Mine in Lake least one hundred people. Jones appreci- you’ll be swamped by a chorus of enthusi- town’s namesake, Captain William Lewis ates the convenience and congeniality of astic answers. In addition to high-end shop- Herndon. Nearby is a decommissioned red Fairfax Park having an event at Lake Fairfax. “It’s beau- ping and dining, RTC, in the local parlance, caboose, cheerfully clambered on by chil- Lake Fairfax Park has it all: the epony- tiful out here. Whenever we get this spot is chock full of events and activities. dren peeking into the past. mous lake, mountain-biking trails, grills and right up in here, it’s beautiful. We’ve got a There are public art installations, such as Historical pride aside, modern Herndon picnic table. But in one significant feature good view, nice facility, nice accommoda- the one currently featuring work by Ameri- has much to brag about as well. There’s a does it go above and beyond. Inside its tions.” Added Greene, “it’s a good central can sculpture artist Patrick Dougherty. delightful collection of ethnic restaurants. bounds is the popular local water park, the point, it’s easy to set up, and the kids will Happy hour sales attract young profession- The red brick architecture is pleasing, cre Water Mine Family Swimmin’ Hole. be saying, ‘hey, we need to go to the water als, eager to network over craft beers and The Water Mine is filled to the brim with park!’” fancy wine. Sunday mornings, sporty types See Places To Go, Page 14
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Kathy Blystone, 56, 32 years in Herndon: “I like downtown Herndon because it’s fun to take friends to the Breeze and different restaurants. After Friday Night Live the Breeze puts on a big thing. We just really like the atmosphere. It’s inviting.”
Chrissie Constable, 34, and son Cooper, 4 1/2, 5 months in Herndon: “Friday Night Live is a lot of fun! Our neighbors told us about it. They come almost every week. So we come for a few songs until the kids get tired and have a great night out!”
Manfred Boerhinger, 69, 16 years in Reston: “In Reston, everything works. This is number one. Bus, police, bank- ing, restaurants. I lived in Switzerland three years. I don’t want to say that this is Switzerland, but the perfection is amazing. I’m a fan of the U.S. government, including the Virginia state government. This is perfect. My brother and sister were here from Germany and we were sitting here (in Reston Town Center), he looked around and said, ‘Manfred, now I understand why you never came home again.’” See Viewpoint, Page 14
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Every year is election year in Virginia; mechanics How to Vote and details of voting require attention to detail. FAIRFAX COUNTY: Shall the Board of Supervisors of Fairfax While the Presidential election will take County, Virginia, contract a debt, borrow top billing, every seat in the U.S. Congress Upcoming Deadlines money and issue bonds, in addition to bonds is on the ballot, with one hotly contested On Election Day Polls are open from 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. previously authorized for transportation race in Northern Virginia. To determine whether you are eligible and registered to vote in this election, improvements and facilities, in the maxi- In Fairfax County, voters will decide visit the Virginia Department of Elections website at http:// mum aggregate principal amount of $120 whether to enact a four percent meals tax, elections.virginia.gov/ or call Fairfax Elections office at 703-222-0776. million to finance Fairfax County’s share, a topic voters will hear a lot more about in ❖ Sept. 23: In-Person Absentee Voting Begins http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ under the Washington Metropolitan Area coming weeks. elections/absentee.htm Transit Authority Compact, of the cost of The Town of Herndon will have its first ❖ Oct. 17: Voter Registration Deadline - In-Person: 5 p.m., Online constructing, reconstructing, improving and November election, moving from May in www.vote.virginia.gov 11:59 p.m. acquiring transportation improvements and past elections, with the office of Mayor and ❖ Nov. 1: Last Day to Apply for an Absentee Ballot by Mail, Fax, Email or facilities, including capital costs of land, six Town Council seats on the ballot. Online: 5 p.m. transit facilities, rolling stock and equip- Fairfax County voters will decide on three ❖ Nov. 5: Final Day for In-Person Absentee Voting ment in the Washington metropolitan area, bond questions, including $120 million in ❖ Nov. 8: Absentee Ballot Return Deadline: 7 p.m. and to finance improvements to primary transportation bonds for Metro; $107 mil- For more information on voting in Fairfax County: and secondary State highways and ancil- lion in bonds for parks; and $85 million for Voter Registration: 703-222-0776, TTY 711 lary related improvements and facilities? building and renovating senior and commu- Absentee Fax: 703-324-3725 PARKS AND PARK FACILITIES BONDS, nity centers, and homeless shelters. More Email: [email protected] Yes or No at http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/bond/ Election Officer Info: 703-324-4735, TTY 711 Shall the Board of Supervisors of Fairfax County, Virginia, contract a debt, borrow ON THE BALLOT in Fairfax County: money and issue bonds, in addition to bonds Absentee Voting in ❖ President and Vice President previously authorized for parks and park ❖ U.S. House of Representatives, 8th, 10th, or 11th District facilities, in the maximum aggregate prin- Person in Fairfax ❖ Meal Tax Referendum cipal amount of $107,000,000: (i) ❖ Three Proposed County Bond Questions $94,700,000 principal amount to finance County ❖ Two Proposed Constitutional Amendments the Fairfax County Park Authority’s cost to Voting begins Sept. 23, and with record acquire, construct, develop and equip ad- turnout possible, voting early if you qualify ditional parks and park facilities, to preserve is a good choice. Absentee Voting at Satellite Locations subject to certain restrictions. Most coun- open-space land, and to develop and im- There are 19 valid reasons to vote absen- Saturday Schedule: Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 ties, including Fairfax County, may levy a prove existing parks and park facilities; and tee in Virginia, including working and com- and Nov. 5, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. meals tax only if the voters approve the tax (ii) $12,300,000 principal amount for muting to and from home for 11 or more Weekday Schedule: Oct. 17 to Nov. 4, by referendum. Fairfax County’s contribution to the North- hours between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Elec- Monday - Friday, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. The question presented in this referen- ern Virginia Regional Park Authority to ac- tion Day. Check the Virginia Department of dum asks Fairfax County voters whether the quire, construct, develop and equip parks Elections list to see if you are eligible. http:/ Satellite Voting Locations: Board of Supervisors should be authorized and park facilities? /elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ballot/ab- ❖ Providence Community Center - 3001 to levy a meals tax, at a rate not to exceed sentee-voting/index.html Vaden Dr., Fairfax, 22031 four percent of the amount charged for the HUMAN SERVICES/COMMUNITY DE- There are two ways to vote absentee, in- ❖ Franconia Governmental Center - 6121 taxable food and beverages. VELOPMENT BONDS, Yes or No person and by mail. To do either, you should Franconia Rd., Alexandria, 22310 70 percent of the net revenues would be Shall the Board of Supervisors of Fairfax first check your voter registration status to ❖ McLean Governmental Center - 1437 dedicated to Fairfax County Public Schools; County, Virginia, contract a debt, borrow make sure it is up-to-date. Then you will Balls Hill Rd., Community Room, McLean, 30 percent of the net revenues would be money and issue bonds in the maximum ag- need to apply for an absentee ballot. Note: 22101 dedicated to County services, capital im- gregate principal amount of $85,000,000 If you vote absentee in-person you will fill ❖ North County Governmental Center, provements and property tax relief. to provide funds to finance the cost of hu- out the application when you arrive at the 1801 Cameron Glen Dr., Community The question also states that the Board man services facilities and community de- in-person absentee location (see locations Rooms, Reston, 20190 of Supervisors’ reason for seeking author- velopment facilities, including the construc- below). Voting absentee by mail? Read be- ❖ West Springfield Governmental Center ity to impose a meals tax is to reduce the tion and reconstruction of community cen- low for the process of applying for your - 6140 Rolling Rd., Springfield, 22152 county’s dependence on real estate taxes. ters and shelters and the acquisition of land mail-in ballot. ❖ Mason Governmental Center - 6507 Currently, nearly 65 percent of Fairfax and equipment or interests therein? You can now apply for an absentee ballot Columbia Pike, Annandale, 22003 County’s General Fund budget relies upon ❖ Replace the Sully Senior Center and a online with the state’s new Citizen Portal. ❖ Mount Vernon Governmental Center - real estate taxes. State law limits what the build new Lorton Community Center ($37 You will need your Social Security Number 2511 Parkers Lane, Alexandria, 22306 county can tax and how it may otherwise million) and information on your Virginia Driver’s ❖ Sully Governmental Center - 4900 raise revenue. Almost 90 percent of Fairfax ❖ Renovate, expand or replace four emer- License to complete the application. Infor- Stonecroft Blvd., Chantilly, 20151 County non-property tax revenues are gency shelters for people who are home- mation is also provided on how to apply if ❖ Lorton Library - 9520 Richmond Hwy., capped, limited, or controlled by the state. less: Patrick Henry, Embry Rucker, Eleanor you do not have a driver’s license. Lorton, 22079 SATURDAYS ONLY (Closed A meals tax would give the County a new Kennedy, and Bailey’s ($48 million) Weekdays) source of revenue, which would help diver- Absentee Voting Begins Sept. 23 sify the County’s revenue base. At the maxi- Fairfax County Government Center, Con- mum four percent tax rate, a meals tax Virginia Voter ID ference Room 2/3, Ballot Question, would generate an estimated $99 million Virginia has a stringent voter identifica- 12000 Government Center Parkway, per year, with a significant percentage paid tion requirement, plan to bring photo iden- Fairfax, 22035 Meals Tax by non-county residents. tification with you to vote, whether that is Weekday Schedule: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/mealstax/ A number of area jurisdictions already absentee or on Election Day. ❖ Sept. 23 to Oct. 14, Monday, Tuesday, Fairfax County voters will vote yes or no impose a meals tax, including Arlington Among accepted ID: valid Virginia Wednesday and Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; on establishing a 4 percent meals tax. The County, the cities of Alexandria, Falls Driver’s License or Identification Card; valid Thursday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Closed, Mon- Connection will publish stories and letters Church, and Fairfax, and the towns of Virginia DMV issued Veteran’s ID card; valid day, Oct. 10, Columbus Day. in coming weeks on both sides of this issue. Herndon and Vienna. U.S. Passport; other government-issued ❖ Oct. 17 to Nov. 4, Monday - Friday, 8 photo identification cards issued by the U.S. a.m. to 8 p.m. QUESTION: Government, the Commonwealth of Vir Saturday Schedule: Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 State law authorizes counties, cities, and Four Bond Questions and November 5, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 5 is towns to levy a tax on prepared food and http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/bond/ the last day to absentee vote in-person. beverages, commonly called a “meals tax,” TRANSPORTATION BONDS, Yes or No See How to Vote, Page 13
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From Page 12 Also by noon on Friday follow- ing the election, the voter may ginia, or a political subdivision appear in-person in the office of of the Commonwealth; valid col- the general registrar, in the local- lege or university student photo ity in which the provisional ballot identification card from an insti- was cast, and apply for a Virginia tution of higher education located Voter Photo ID Card. At the in Virginia; valid student ID issued completion of the application pro- by a public school or private school cess, the voter may request a Tem- in Virginia displaying a photo; em- porary Identification Document. ployee identification card contain- This document may be provided ing a photograph of the voter and to the electoral board to suffice the issued by an employer of the voter identification requirement. in the ordinary course of the employer’s business. Any registered voter who does Constitutional not have one of the required forms of identification can apply for a Amendments free Virginia Voter Photo Identifi- Two proposed Virginia Constitu- cation from any general registrar’s tional Amendments will also be on office in the Commonwealth. Vot- the ballot: ers applying for the Virginia Voter Ballot Question 1: Should Ar- Photo ID complete the Virginia ticle I of the Constitution of Vir- Voter Photo Identification Card ginia be amended to prohibit any Application, have their picture agreement or combination be- taken, and sign the digital signa- tween an employer and a labor ture pad. Once the application is union or labor organization processed, the card will be mailed whereby (i) nonmembers of the directly to the voter. union or organization are denied A voter who does not bring an the right to work for the employer, acceptable photo ID to the polls (ii) membership to the union or will be offered a provisional bal- organization is made a condition lot. of employment or continuation of employment by such employer, or Provisional Ballot Process (iii) the union or organization ac- for Voters Who Arrive quires an employment monopoly Without Identification in any such enterprise? If you arrive at your polling The proposed amendment place on Election Day without an places the provisions of Virginia’s acceptable form of photo identifi- right to work law into the Consti- cation, don’t panic or give up. You tution of Virginia. While Virginia will be given the opportunity to law may be amended by any fu- vote a provisional ballot. After ture General Assembly, a constitu- completing the provisional ballot, tional prohibition can only be the individual voting will be given changed by a future constitutional written instructions from the elec- amendment approved by the vot- tion officials on how to submit a ers. copy of his/her identification so that his/her vote can be counted. Ballot Question 2: Shall the A voter will have until noon on Constitution of Virginia be the Friday following the election amended to allow the General As- to deliver a copy of the identifica- sembly to provide an option to the tion to the local electoral board or localities to exempt from taxation to appear in person to apply for a the real property of the surviving Virginia Voter Photo ID Card. Vot- spouse of any law-enforcement ers may submit a copy of their ID officer, firefighter, search and res- via fax, email, in-person submis- cue personnel, or emergency sion, or through USPS or commer- medical services personnel who cial delivery service. Please note was killed in the line of duty, that the copy of the ID must be where the surviving spouse occu- delivered to the electoral board by pies the real property as his or her noon on Friday, or the provisional principal place of residence and ballot cannot be counted. has not remarried?
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Franceska Villamil, 3, and her brother Lucas, 1, chase chickens at Frying Shoppers stroll through the Lake Anne Village Center as the Reston Pan Park. Farmers Market bustles.
can’t really cross roads that much by him- On weekdays there are often school trips, Wendy Ko, 35. Her son, Alex, 6, is a big fan Places To Go self, so I guess just being able to walk in a but events at the park run the gamut from of the fountain, but not without reserva- From Page 10 safe, car-free environment is good for him.” birthday parties to free bluegrass concerts. tions: “It has lots of splashes, but it’s not For kids whose digital wildlife spotting Seasonal events include the Easter Egg very deep.” That didn’t stop him from get- ating a picturesque view for happy ice- inspires a return to nature, the Walker Na- Hunt, a Scarecrow Making Workshop, and ting soaked, in the company of about ten cream lickers sitting on the scattering of ture Center runs various environmental Christmas on the Farm. If you go Friday of his peers. benches. education programs. Almost no age is too mornings, you’ll be able to participate in a On Saturday mornings, the village cen- Probably the most popular location to visit young; Reston’s littlest members have a pro- wagon ride driven by the knowledgeable ter is filled with hustle and bustle as the is the Great Harvest Bread Company. “They gram dedicated specifically to them “Babes volunteer Jeff Smith. He’ll tell you what Reston Farmer’s Market sets up. Tina give you free samples. My grandkids love in the Woods” for ages 18-35 months. Adults happens to the milk, why not to eat the Barrett, 79, has been a Herndon resident that. We go sit on the bench outside and can learn about subjects such worm Farm’s corn, and if you’re lucky, where Fry- since 1960 and is a farmer’s market en- feed the birds and eat the bread for break- composting or fall container planting in ing Pan Park got its funny name. thusiast: “The Reston farmer’s market is fast,” says resident Sue Pugh. Wild life and assorted programs. Wei Lu, 52, enjoys watching the horses great. It has everything, vegetables, people locals alike are fans of Herndon’s culinary The Walker Nature Center also acts as a as they practice for equestrian competitions. selling wares. You name it, they have it chef d’oeuvre. hub for the myriad walking and running He’s a big fan of the park and especially the there!” True to her word, you can get ev- paths that spiral through Reston. There ex- old John Deere equipment. According to Lu, erything from vegan burgers to women’s ists 1,300 acres of open space in the town, “it’s kind of rustic, but it’s very precious.” clothing while walking in the bright sun- Stretch Your Legs on and the center has the low-down on each shine. and every one of them. Walking the trails is Last but not least, the water feature itself the W&OD Trail or free; programs are fee-based. More infor- Spend Time in Lake provides residents with entertainment. Surf mation at www.reston.org Reston rents paddleboards and offers les- the Paths Around Anne Village Center sons. For the uninitiated, paddleboarding When Robert E. Simon, Jr., broke ground is a water sport where one stands on a long, Walker Nature Center Look Your Food in on his marvelous utopian settlement, his flat surfboard and uses an oar to propel The W&OD trail used to be the Washing- first project was carving out the 30-acre oneself through the water. The Reston As- ton and Old Dominion railway line during the Eye at Frying Pan Lake Anne. Along its edges, he built the sociation also provides hourly boat rentals the heyday of the steam engine. Now it’s a beautiful Lake Anne Village Center. He en- for those who prefer their water sports with 45 mile-long asphalt bike trail that passes Park visioned a thriving, European-style city cen- a lower center of gravity. through the heart of Downtown Herndon The evocative name surely unnerves the ter, where residents could sit sipping and right next to Reston Town Center. pigs and cattle living there, but they have cappuccinos and admire the sparkling rain- Parts of the trail are quiet and empty; in nothing to fear from Frying Pan Park. It’s bows made by the lake’s blustering foun- Work Out and Make other sections the ground practically hums where they go next that involves culinary tain. with the whizzing of bicycles and the pat- equipment. The farm today operates as a Residents have stayed true to their Friends with Reston ter of jogging feet. At select intervals are “frozen in time” historical park, showing founder’s vision. Today, the center thrives benches and water fountains for exercise- modern day city-dwellers the agricultural as shoppers visit its locally-owned busi- Runners junkies needing a break. The Reston Run- life their grandparents might have enjoyed. nesses - no chains allowed! There’s an art What’re the Reston Runners all about? In ners are big fans of the Green Lizard Cy- There’s a barn filled with antique farm- gallery, restaurants, community center, and a word, breakfast. According to Mary cling shop, which according to general con- ing equipment and more ancient thrashers the Reston Historic Trust & Museum for the Goebel, 69, “we run so we can eat!” sensus, has the best espresso in the area. and plows scattered about the property. At historically inclined. There’s even a The running and walking group gets to- Coffees and smoothies refuel hikers and Kidwell Farm, children can get to know draft “nanobrewery” (one size smaller than the gether every Saturday and Sunday morn- bikers, as the Green Lizard mechanics get horses, goats, chickens, sheep, and rabbits. popular microbrewery craze sweeping the ing. They run or walk, depending on pref- their machines into tip-top shape. Especially exciting is the new litter of baby nation). Lake Anne Brew House sells small- erence, a pre-assigned route pausing for Not everyone uses the W&OD to get in piglets, fourteen in all, as proudly shown batch, hand-crafted beers with names like drinks at strategically spaced water stations. shape. Matt Kim, 18, recently went for a off by Lily Dunham, 18, a freshman begin- Lake Anne Skinny Dip Kolsch and Reston Afterwards, they’ll gather in a sweaty circle short walk along the trail with his younger ning her veterinary study at NVCC. Some Red Ale. at Reston Town Center and enjoy coffee and brother, Daniel,10. Forget the scenery, the will be bought by local farms, others will Residents and visitors enjoy sitting around company. main attraction was “the small bird go to young 4-H participants, and a lucky the fountain in the middle of the plaza. “I These athletes span multiple generations, Pokemons and rats” (officially, Pidgeys and few will stay at the Park, living in styes like love it. The first time I visited with my girl- from college students home for the sum- Rattatas) available for the hunting. Yes, Hogwarts and Hammelot. Every so often, friend and I thought, this is great! My son mer to senior citizens. In addition to pro- that’s right: the W&OD is the perfect place the farm will have a presidential guest: the would love this; he’s six years old. And I viding running routes, the group is an ex- to play Pokemon Go. Matt says that he and pardoned Thanksgiving turkey, saved from love the kettlecorn. The atmosphere is great cellent place to meet people and make his little brother appreciate the trail for its the White House table, will peck happily at near the water. And it’s friendly and good convenience and safety, since “he (Daniel) the Virginian soil. for kids,” according to McLean resident See Places To Go, Page 15
14 ❖ Oak Hill/Herndon Connection ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2016-17 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Newcomers & Community Guide Turn your House Places To Go From Page 14 into a Home friends. Manfred Boehringer, 69, has been with the Runners for seven years now. “It’s actually my life now. I meet people to run, to bike, to ski. I retired in 2009 and since then this has been my social Fannie world. We even went to the zoo Nikita yesterday. The best thing about Reston Runners is that we have all kinds of people. It’s easy, Reston Runners is very open.” Beyond visiting the zoo, Reston Runners do a variety of events and trips together. Walk- Photo by By Joan O’Bryan/The Connection ing the Camino de Santiago in Walkers stroll by the Herndon Depot Museum on the W&OD Kayla Spain and along Hadrian’s wall trail. in England are just two of many international trips that John Nusbaum, 72, remem- Randy Boone, 56, attends the series every sum- How can you help? bers fondly. mer. He’s a fan of the variety. “Jazz, fusion, every Anna Newcomb, 52, an ex-president of the group, year it’s something different. You could get rock, you touts their niche programs. Previous years have fea- get reggae, just the different variety of music is nice. tured Youth in Motion, a running program for kids It’s always good music.” However, he warns that all Adopt Volunteer Donate ages 2-12. Currently she helps organize the women’s visitors should come prepared. Be sure to bring a one of our lovable your time or money or training program. The “Couch to 5k” program helps lawn chair, water, and a snack! cats or dogs. services. supplies beginner female athletes train for their first 5,000 Unfortunately for recent comers, both of these se- for the Shelter. meter race. Women receive mentoring from previ- ries have their last shows this upcoming weekend, ous program participants, and learn the basics about August 26 and 27. running culture. “It’s a very popular program among Kicking yourself for having missed out on great a lot of people who have just started to run. There’s music? Fret not. (See what I did there?) JamBrew www.foha.org also a little education every week, about clothing or brings local bands back to the Town Green beginning nutrition or whatever has to do with entering into Friday, Sept. 2 and carrying on throughout the month. the athletic world. It’s a very sweet program.” Saturdays and Sundays are the staple runs, but at different points in the year there are Wednesday night trainings, Tuesday/Thursday Viewpoints evening runs, and Tuesday/Thurs- day morning meet-ups. More in- formation can be found at www.restonrunners.org. Listen to Live Music at Friday Night Live and Concerts on the Town Rock and roll has never been so family friendly. On the Town Green in Downtown Herndon, little ones bounce to the live music as par- ents recline in lawn chairs. Friday Night Live has been Herndon’s go Build Your Community to outdoor summer concert series Photo by Joan O’Bryan/The Connection for over twenty years. Laura Thomas works at the Reston museum. Though the median age skews elementary, that’s not to say there’s Laura Thomas, 83, 49 years in Reston nothing for adults. Stephanie “People come from across the country to learn firsthand about Support Your Local Harrison, 28, has been attending the vision that (Robert E.) Simon had. People come from abroad for five straight years. What brings to see this, because it was so innovative and has become so suc- Businesses. her? “Good beer and good music.” cessful. (In 1967) there was very little here. It was very small. We What else do you need? moved to Hunters Woods but there was nothing really. You didn’t And if you didn’t get enough have street lights. Everything changed. I like change and growth. music on Friday night, never fear. What has not changed is people continue to come here with basi- Herndon starts the weekend; cally the same philosophy as they came in 1967. They want some- Reston finishes it. Concerts on the thing that is good for families, good for economic growth, so- Town at Reston Town Center pro- phisticated, and worthy of families. And that’s why they come.” www.connectionnewspapers.com vide another night of live listenin’. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Oak Hill/Herndon Connection ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2016-17 ❖ 15 Photos by Renée Ruggles, PO TO featuring Meadowlark Botanical Gardens An Insider’s Guide to M A C map by Laurence Foong and design by Jean Card Parks Major Parks in the Area R IVER
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Meadowlark to Waterpark Their home quickly became a center of social n 6501 Pohick Bay Drive, Botanical Gardens R and political life in Alexandria and gained a d Lorton BR 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Court, MN . Bull Run Marina Regional Park & foothold in history when British General Vienna www.nvrpa.org/park/ Atlantis Waterpark Braddock made the mansion his headquarters in www.nvrpa.org/park/ pohick_bay/ 7700 Bull Run Drive, Centreville 1755. On the National Register of Historic meadowlark_botanical_gardens/ www.piratescovepohick.com www.nvrpa.org/park/bull_run/ Places, Carlyle House is architecturally unique in 703-255-3631 703-339-6102 www.atlantisbullrun.com/ Alexandria as the only stone, 18th-century This 95-acre complex of large Pohick Bay is located on the 703-631-0552 Palladian-style house. Daily tours of the house, ornamental display gardens and Potomac River, 25 miles south of the Main park open all year for picnicking, hiking and programs for schoolchildren, special events, unique native plant collections is nation’s capital. The boat launch facility is family camping. Bull Run Public Shooting exhibits and lectures explore the life and times open year round and include one of only three public access points to the Center open all year. Group Camping open daily of John Carlyle in pre-Revolutionary Alexandria. walking trails, lakes, more than 20 Potomac River in northern Virginia. Pohick Bay Jan. 7 though Nov. 11. Mini and disc golf open The site may be rented in the evenings for varieties of cherry trees, irises, peonies, an offers canoes, kayaks, paddle boats and jon April through October. Hours vary. Atlantis private functions and weddings. extensive shade garden, native wildflowers, boats for rent on the weekends, as well as family Waterpark features pools, a giant dumping gazebos, birds, butterflies, seasonal blooms and and group camping, hiking, picnic areas and a bucket, waterslides, and fun-filled activities for FH foliage. The Atrium’s indoor tropical garden large play area for children. The park offers one all ages. Atlantis is open from Memorial Day Fountainhead Regional Park setting is a popular meeting, reception, wedding of the largest, outdoor freeform pools on the 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station weekend through Labor Day, and is a member of and workshop location. Interpretive displays east coast. Pohick Bay Regional Park, located on www.nvrpa.org/park/fountainhead/ the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority accompany a restored 18th-century cabin. Mason Neck Pennisula is an ecologically fragile family of Waterparks. Neptune Reef snack bar 703-250-9124 land that shelters an abundance of wildlife, The observation deck of the Marina Building at sells food, beverages and sweets. OR including the bald eagle. Pirates Cove Waterpark Fountainhead commands a spectacular view of Occoquan Regional Park is located at Pohick Bay Regional Park. Visitors CR the widest point of the Occoquan Reservoir. 9751 Ox Road, Lorton can cool off under the 300-gallon dumping Cameron Run Regional Park/Great Summer activities include catfish tournaments, www.nvrpa.org/park/occoquan/ bucket, fire the water cannons and splash down Waves Waterpark children’s fishing tournament, paddleboat tours 703-690-2121 the waterslide or search for buried treasure at 4001 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria and more. This park offers 400 acres of recreational space and Buccaneer Beach sand play area. Pirates Cove www.nvrpa.org/park/cameron_run/ a touch of the past with its historic brick kilns www.greatwaveswaterpark.com/ HO and the Turning Point Suffragist Memorial. Park 703-960-0767 Hemlock Overlook Regional Park lands, trails and associated waters are part of 13220 Yates Ford Road, Clifton Sources: National Park Service, Northern Vir- Cameron Run Regional Park offers a variety of the Fairfax Cross-County Trail. Kayak rentals. www.nvrpa.org/park/hemlock_overlook/ ginia Regional Park Authority, Virginia State recreation facilities in an urban area, including One hour Tour Boat Rides on the Occoquan 800-877-0954; 571-281-3556; Great Waves Water Park. Catch a wave in the River to Belmont Bay and back. Offered Parks and Fairfax County Park Authority. Map Hemlock Overlook Regional Park offers a variety of wave pool, twist and turn down four-story water Saturdays noon-5 p.m., Sunday 1- 8 p.m., April courtesy of Fairfax County Park Authority. De- outdoor and environmental education. Programs slides, take a plunge down speed slides, play 2 through Nov. 27. $10 adults, $5 children 12 signed & compiled by Jean Card and Laurence at Hemlock Overlook are open to the public and with friends in the shallow waters of the play and under, under age 4 are free. Foong. Photos by Renée Ruggles. groups by reservation. Only the hiking and horse
16 ❖ Oak Hill/Herndon Connection ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2016-17 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com HMP Huntley Meadows Park 3701 Lockheed Boulevard, Alexandria nature center, historic structure, biking/hiking/ nature trails, observation tower, boardwalk 1444.8 acres, natural resource park
LAP Lake Accotink Park 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield basketball, volleyball, minigolf, trails, picnic 448.1 acres, multiple resource park
LFP Lake Fairfax Park 1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston softball (lit), soccer/football (unlit), amphitheater, carousel,campground, tour boat, picnic shelters 479 acres, multiple resource park
FRA Lee District Park 6601 Telegraph Road, Franconia softball, soccer/football, tennis, basketball, volleyball, trails, treehouse, sprayground, accessible playground 138 acres, district park
MDP Mason District Park 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale softball (lit), soccer/football (unlit/lit), basketball (lit), tennis (lit), shuffleboard, dog park, amphitheater, biking/hiking/fitness also features picnic pavilions, a deck for sunning 121.2 acres, district park and playing, as well as plenty of shade. Arts Center Captain’s Galley snack bar features food, CJP Clemyjontri Park beverages and sweets. Pirates Cove is open from LAC Workhouse Arts Center 6317 Georgetown Pike, McLean NWP Nottoway Park Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. fitness, picnic areas and playgrounds 9537 Courthouse Road, Vienna 9601 Ox Road, Lorton 18.6 acres, special purpose park baseball (lit), soccer/football (lit),basketball (lit), PB www.lortonarts.org Pohick Bay Golf Course tennis (lit), trails, picnic 703-584-2900 90.9 acres, district park 10301 Gunston Road, Lorton The Workhouse Arts Center consists of seven studio ELP Ellanor C. Lawrence Park www.nvrpa.org/park/pohick_bay_golf_course buildings, the main galleries and the recently 703-339-8585 5040 Walney Road, Chantilly opened Youth Arts Center. Visitors are baseballl, soccer/football (unlit), basketball (unlit), RBP Riverbend Park This scenic golf course is located on the Mason encouraged to interact with artists. In addition community center, nature center, amphitheater, 8700 Potomac Hill Street, Great Falls Neck Peninsula in Lorton. Pohick Bay’s practice to visual arts, the Workhouse Arts Center is trails nature center, historic structure, biking/equestrian/ facility features a driving range with practice home to performing arts, including theater, film 650 acres, multiple resource park hiking trails, picnic areas, craftroom putting and chipping greens, and lessons from institute, musical and dance performances. The 411.2 acres, multiple resource park PGA pros. A full-service pro shop features an education department supports both the visual array of name-brand golf clubs, equipment and and performing arts, offering classes and FPF Frying Pan Farm Park apparel. Other services include club making, workshops in a variety of disciplines. Future custom club fitting, regripping, reshafting and 2717 West Ox Road, Herndon SRN Scotts Run Nature Preserve plans for the Workhouse include an event historic structure, biking/equestrian/hiking trails, tournament coordinating. center, amphitheater, Workhouse Theatre, 7400 Georgetown Pike, McLean open areas, playground historic structure, historic/hiking/nature trails, restaurants, apartments, music barn and 135.3 acres, multiple resource park PO garden/horticultural area. Other buildings on fishing Potomac Overlook Regional Park & 384.3 acres, natural resource park Nature Center site, yet to be renovated, may provide for other 2845 Marcey Road, Arlington, VA 22207 activities such as a visitors center, a blacksmith GSG Green Spring Gardens www.nvrpa.org/park/potomac_overlook/ shop, theatre scene shops and rehearsal space. 4603 Green Spring Road, Alexandria SRD South Run District 703-528-5406 Community Center, historic structure, biking/hiking On the Potomac Palisades in north Arlington, 7550 Reservation Drive, Springfield trails, open areas, gardens baseball, soccer/football, basketball, tennis, Potomac Overlook offers 70 acres of peaceful Major Fairfax 30.9 acres, special purpose park woodland, trails, educational gardens, a small recenter, equestrian, playground, swimming picnic area and a Nature Center. The Nature County Parks 196 acres, district park Center features brand new exhibits called the HPP Hidden Pond Park “Energerium,” offering visitors a fun and BLP Burke Lake Park & Golf Course 8511 Greeley Boulevard, Springfield WFP Wakefield Park & RECenter accessible way to learn energy basics and ways tennis (lit), nature center, amphitheater, hiking/ 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale they can help create sustainable energy nature trails, playground, fishing volleyball, driving range, 18 hole, par 3, minigolf, softball, soccer/football, basketball, tennis, solutions. The Nature Center also houses live 25.6 acres, community park animals and natural history exhibits. trails, playground, campgrounds, fishing recenter, biking, fitness trail, skate park 883.4 acres, multiple resource park 292.6 acres, multiple resource park SR Sandy Run Regional Park 10450 Van Thompson Road, Fairfax Station www.nvrpa.org/park/sandy_run/ 703-690-4392 The park is open to the public for the purpose of education, training, practice, and racing for competitive and recreational sculling and rowing. Only shells and other boats authorized by the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority may be launched from the docks or shoreline of Sandy Run. Sandy Run offers a facility for team training and competition for Olympic, college, high school and club canoe, kayak and crew athletes.
UH Upton Hill Regional Park & Ocean Dunes Waterpark 6060 Wilson Blvd., Arlington www.nvrpa.org/park/upton_hill/ www.oceanduneswaterpark.com/ 703-534-3437 or [email protected] Upton Hill Regional Park offers visitors a wooded oasis in the heart of the most densely populated area of Northern Virginia. A large outdoor water-park complex is a sparkling attraction in this wooded, urban park, which straddles the boundary line between Arlington and Fairfax counties. The deluxe miniature golf course boasts one of the longest mini golf holes in the world; the batting cages include nine baseball and softball cages. The park is open every day for hiking, picnicking, playing on the playground and enjoying the outdoors. Located within Upton Hill Regional Park, Ocean Dunes is loaded with fun features for adults and children. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Oak Hill/Herndon Connection ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2016-17 ❖ 17 A Guide to Fairfax County Parks in the Parks Great Falls, Reston & Herndon Areas
Map Number Park Name Address, City 15 Chandon Property Class 900 Palmer Drive, Herndon Community Park 1 Hutchison ES 13209 Parcher Ave., Herndon 16 Fred Crabtree Community Park 2801 Fox Mill Road, Herndon District Park 2 Coppermine Crossing SS 2744 Cooper Creek Rd, Herndon 17 Franklin Oaks School Site 2961 Franklin Oaks Drive, Herndon Neighborhood Park 3 Arrowbrooke 2351 Field Point Road, Herndon 18 Stratton Woods PO Community Park 2431 Fox Mill Road, Reston TO Community Park M 4 Dulles Corner A 2446 Dulles View Drive, Herndon C Community Park R IVER 5 Franklin Farm 13590 Franklin Farm Road, Herndon Community Park 34 6 LOUDOUNReston Town Green COUNTY Cameron Glen Dr, Reston Photos by Neighborhood Park 10 Renée Ruggles 7 Shaker Woods 11 Featuring Frying Pan 26 1225 Stuart Road, Reston 28 33 Farm Park Community Park G Map by Lawrence Foong e Design by Jean Card 27 32 o 8 Hickory Run SS rg et Sheshue St, Great Falls 29 ow School Site 8 n 30 12 7 25 21 31 13 To wn of 24 22 Le es P Herndon 6 b ike D u u 1 14 rg lles 15 4 Acc ss & P 3 e Toll ik R e oad 5 y 9 w 4
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9 Sully Historic 19 Floris School Site 25 Stuart Road 31 Colvin Run Mill 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly 2621 Centreville Road, Herndon 12001 Lake Newport Road, Reston Site Cultural Resource Park Community Park Community Park 10017 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls 10 Dranesville Tavern 20 Frying Pan Farm 26 Holly Knolls Cultural Resource Park 11919 Leesburg Pike, Herndon 2717 West Ox Road, Herndon 1010 Redberry Court, Great Falls Cultural Resource Park Multiple Resource Park Neighborhood Park 32 The Turner Farm 11 Grand Hamptons 21 Baron Cameron 27 Great Falls Nike 925 Springvale Road, 1081 Safa Street, Herndon 11300 Baron Cameron Avenue, Reston 1089 Utterback Store Road, Great Great Falls Neighborhood Park District Park Falls Community Park District Park 12 Stanton 22 Lake Fairfax 33 Great Falls 910 Third Street, Herndon 1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston 28 Windermere Grange Community Park Multiple Resource Park 11000 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls 9818 Georgetown Community Park Pike, Great Falls 13 Alabama Drive 23 South Lakes Drive Community Park 1100 Alabama Drive, Herndon 11851 South Lakes Drive, Reston 29 Lockmeade Community Park Community Park 1104 Riva Ridge Drive, Great Falls 34 Riverbend Community Park 8700 Potomac Hill 14 Bruin 24 Reston North Street, Great Falls 415 Van Buren Street, Herndon 1635 Reston Parkway, Reston 30 Lexington Estates Multiple Resource Park Community Park Community Park 10401 Shesue Street, Great Falls Neighborhood Park 18 ❖ Oak Hill/Herndon Connection ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2016-17 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Newcomers & Community Guide Year-round Fun in the Area
ONGOING Take a Break Concert Series. 7-9 p.m. Thursdays/ Aug. 25 - Sept. 1 Lake Anne Plaza, 11404 Washington Plaza W, Reston. On Thursdays, take a break with this outdoor concert series. Visit www.restoncommunitycenter.com/take-a- break.shtml for weekly lineup. JamBrew. Every Friday in September, beginning Sept. 2. 6-10 p.m. Town Green, 777 Lynn St. Herndon. Outdoor music festival. http:// jambrew.com/. Zoosday 4 - 7 p.m. through Sept. 27 11900 Market St, Reston, VA 20190 Reston Town Center. Enjoy an award-winning animal and Photo by Steve Hibbard/The Connection Photo by Ryan Dunn/The Connection Photo by Ryan Dunn/The Connection miniature animal petting zoo with hands-on, The Mark H. Taiko School presents Chef Roslyn “Ros” Clark flips an Hunter Mill District Supervisor educational experiences that children and their grownups will cherish! Kid-friendly giveaways Taiko Drums or Japanese drum- omelet during a cuisine presenta- Cathy Hudgins rode an antique fire plus activities like Legos and Play-Doh. Free. ming on the Global Stage at Lake tion at the 25th Herndon Labor truck in the 2014 Reston Holiday Rain or shine.” https:// Anne Plaza during the Reston Day Festival last year. Parade at Reston Town Center. The www.restontowncenter.com/event/zoosday- 927/ Multicultural Festival Sept. 30, parade has been an annual Reston Mr. Knick Knack Mondays, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. 2015. throughout the day. NatureFest 2016 will tradition on the day after Thanks- through October. Reston Town Center Pavilion feature: Live animals, both 4-footed and winged, Herndon Town Green, 777 Lynn Street, bees and butterflies, life in the stream, creating giving. 11900 Market St., Reston, VA. Unique, heart- Herndon. Downtown Herndon celebrates Labor centered music for kids and their grown-ups. habitats for wildlife, arts and crafts, nature Day with an annual festival - great music, a craft olympics, and that’s just for starters! Check back day of event. Visit www.herndon-va.gov. Every Monday through October, presented by show, food, wineries, micro-brews and culinary Reston Town Center. Free. for further information. Visit www.herndon- demonstrations will all be there. Visit: http:// va.gov. restontowncenter.com www.herndon-va.gov/. Dog Days of Summer 4 - 7 p.m. Every November 2016 Wednesday through Sept. 28. Reston Town FRIDAY/SATURDAY/SEPT. 9-10 October 2016 Center Pavilion 11900 Market St., Reston, VA. ChalkFest At Reston Town Center Friday noon Dogs and owners can frolic in the Pavilion as it TUESDAY/NOV.1 - 11 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. 11900 Market SATURDAY/OCT. 1 is transformed weekly into an off-leash play St., Reston, VA. All are invited to create chalk SPANCHATS 7 p.m. Reston Regional Library area. Treats, toys, areas to cool off, pet friendly drawings on Market Street. The event is open to OktoBrewFest 12-10 p.m. 777 Lynn St. Herndon, 11925 Bowman Towne Dr, Reston, VA 20190. giveaways, and more! Free. all. There will be prizes for professional artists, Virginia. Food, beer, music, art, health. Visit Join our ongoing Spanish conversation group. amateur artists, families and kids, in addition to http://jambrew.com/ All levels from beginner to fluent are welcome. Age(s): Adults. Call 703-689-2700 or visit http:/ the “Audience Choice Awards”.The Festival is SUNDAY/OCT. 2, 2016 August 2016 one of the area’s most unique and fun events /www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/branches/rr/ HernDOG Bark Bash. 12-3 p.m. Bready Park, that attracts a diverse and motivated audience TUESDAY/NOV. 8, 2018 FRIDAY/AUG. 26 and promotes public art in Reston. Participants 814 Ferndale Ave., Herndon. HernDOG Bark Herndon Friday Night Live!: The Vigilantes are invited to show off their creativity and Bash is a free event for dog lovers with three Election Day. General election. Visit 6:30 p.m. 777 Lynn Street, Herndon. Listen to realize chalk drawings on Market Street, in the hours of four-legged fun. The event will feature www.sbe.virginia.gov/ and great music on Friday nights during the summer. heart of Reston Town Center. Visit: http:// agility demonstrations, owner and dog team www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/upcoming.htm contests, adoptions, an off leash area and wide Named BEST of NoVA 2012 by Northern www.publicartreston.org/get-involved/special- SATURDAY/NOV. 19 Virginia Magazine as well as a “Must See” while events/chalkfest-at-reston-town-center/ variety of dog themed vendors. Entry to in Fairfax County. The Vigilantes are a fun and HernDOG Bark Bash is free but fees may apply Turkey Trot 5k Race. Registration 1:30-3:30 exciting cover band that plays up and down the SATURDAY/SEPT. 10-WEDNESDAY/SEPT. 21, 2016 to vendor products or services. Friendly, p.m. in the Herndon Community Center Gym east coast performing modern top 40 dance and Northern Virginia Senior Olympics. Online leashed, and vaccinated dogs, and their owners, 814 Ferndale Ave, Herndon, VA 20170. Race all your favorite classics. This band brings the registration open. Various venues around are welcome. begins at 4 p.m. Runners and walkers, take your mark and get ready to conquer a fun 5K trail party to every show! Northern Virginia. Events include badminton, MONDAY/OCT. 3 Visit herndonrocks.com/schedule.php for more. volleyball, cycling, a 5k road race, and many course, which winds around the Herndon more. $12 per person. Visit www.nvso.us for Rescue Reston 2nd Annual Golf Centennial Golf Course. Visit: http:// SATURDAY/AUG 27 more. Tournament 1 p.m. at Reston National Golf www.herndon-va.gov/recreation/special-events/ Reston Concerts on the Town 7:30 - 10 p.m. Course 11875 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston turkey-trot-5k-race SUNDAY/SEPT. 11, 2016 20191. Come out for a great day and support at Reston Town Center Pavilion FRIDAY/NOV. 25, 2016 Jukebox Revue: The Originals, Leonard, Coleman & Reston Triathlon. 7 a.m. Lake Audubon, Twin Rescue Reston at our Second Annual Golf Blunt, former lead singers of The Temptations, Branches Road, Reston. Swim, bike and run in Classic event! Enjoy 9 holes of golf, dinner, Reston Holiday Parade. 11 a.m. with Macy’s- The Platters & The Drifters Doo-wop. Rain or the “Reston World Championships.” Visit http:// awards, and prizes. Contributions are tax style balloons, musicians, dancers, antique cars, shine. Cost: Free www.restontriathlon.org/tri/ deductible. Fees: Individual Player $85 characters, community groups, dignitaries, Foursome $340. Visit: http:// special guest emcees, and much more. Reston TUESDAY/AUG. 30 SATURDAY/SEPT. 17 www.rescuereston.org/golf/ Town Center, 11900 Market St., Reston. Reston Holiday Parade on Market Street, tree lighting at Lake Anne Summer Film Festival: Jazz on a Dulles Day Plane Pull. 10:30 a.m.-3:45 p.m. at SATURDAY/OCT. 8 Summer’s Day - 1960 8 p.m. Lake Anne Plaza, Dulles International Airport, Dulles. The 2016 Fountain Square, and much more through the 1609 Washington Plaza, Reston. Movie Kicks Off Dulles Day Family Festival & Plane Pull is a full Oktoberfest Reston. noon-11 p.m. Sunday, 11 day of charity and cheer. Rain or shine. Jazz Week at Lake Anne leading up to Lake day of excitement with airplane and auto a.m.-8 p.m. Reston Town Center, 11900 Market Anne’s Annual Jazz Festival on September 5th. exhibits, the children’s zone and bus pull, varied St., Reston. Enjoy food and drinks, live The free outdoor festival will take place each displays and activities, vendors, food and entertainment, a carnival and a chili cook-off at December 2016 month on selected Sunday’s and will feature entertainment. Visit www.planepull.com Northern Virginia’s largest fall festival. Visit some great flicks from classic to comedy. Grab a www.oktoberfestreston.com. SUNDAY/DEC.4 SATURDAY/SEPT. 24 date, the family or a group of friends, bring the SUNDAY/OCT.16 Book Sale 1 p.m. Reston Regional Library 11925 lawn chairs and a picnic and enjoy flicks under Reston Multicultural Festival. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Bowman Towne Dr, Reston, VA 20190. Start The Crohn’s & Colitis Take Steps Walk. the stars. Lake Anne Plaza, Reston. The Reston your shopping early. Come browse and buy - we Multicultural Festival celebrates all the Registration opens 3 p.m. Walk begins 4 p.m. have lots of gift-quality books. Call 703-689- TUESDAY/ AUG. 30 - MONDAY SEPT. 5 entertainment, dress, food, and cultural Reston Town Center 11900 Market Street 2700 or visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ First ever Lake Anne Jazz Week. 1 - 8 p.m. treasures from all over the world that are all Reston, Virginia, 20190. Visit: https:// library/branches/rr/ The week will feature a variety of jazz themed here in Reston. Rain or shine. Free. www.restontowncenter.com/event/northern- events from live music, merchant activities, to a www.restoncommunitycenter.com virginia-take-steps-walk-crohns-colitis/ SUNDAY/DEC. 4 featured film part of Lake Anne’s ongoing SUNDAY/SEPT. 25, 2016 WEDNESDAY/OCT. 19-25 Holiday Arts and Crafts Show. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Summer Film Festival series. The week will close Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Washington West Film Festival. out with the Plaza’s popular Annual Jazz & Walk to End Alzheimer’s. 10 a.m. Reston Town Reston Town Avenue, Herndon. Wreaths, quilts, jewelry, Blues Festival, on September 5th. The Jazz & Center, 11900 Market St., Reston. Walk and Center 11900 Market Street Reston, Virginia, Christmas ornaments, decorations, original Blue festival is a free, family friendly, all-day fundraise to further the care, support and 20190.A unique cinematic experience presenting artwork, photography, stained glass and more. event that will showcase a variety of talented research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. fine independent films screened or premiered in Visit www.herndon-va.gov. regional and national jazz & blues artists. Visit Visit http://act.alz.org/site/ three in-competition categories: dramatic http://lakeanneplaza.com/event/9th-annual- TR?fr_id=7382&pg=entry. features, documentary features, and short films. SATURDAY/DEC. 17. lake-anne-jazz-festival/ Schedules and tickets: wwfilmfest.com SUNDAY/SEPT. 25 A Storybrook Holiday Celebration. 10-11:30 FRIDAY/OCT. 28, 2016 a.m. at Herndon Community Center, 814 September 2016 NatureFest. 1-5 p.m. Runnymede Park, 195 Ferndale Avenue, Herndon. Bring your child to Spooktacular. 6:30-8 p.m. Herndon Community Herndon Parkway, Herndon. Explore various enjoy some holiday fun. Cost includes craft Center, 814 Ferndale Ave., Herndon. Enjoy MONDAY/SEPT. 5 nature stations throughout the park including projects, a visit with Santa and a reading of a butterflies, bees, life in the meadow, web of life ghoulish games, a spooky craft and a children’s Herndon Labor Day Festival. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. holiday story by a special guest. $9/child. and much more with live animal shows show. 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