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Reflections Art Program Volunteer Shout-outs

Tuesday, May 4th, 2010

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Special Contributor: Virginia Martinez

A big thanks goes out to two generous Lake Barcroft residents, Joel Gregorio and Stephanie Kozemchak, who volunteered their time to judge for this year’s Reflections Art Program at Belvedere Elementary. Reflection’s is a national art recognition program in its 42nd year.

Reflections Awards Recipients

Reflection's Awards Recipients


Joel Gregorio, our Lake Barcroft Newsletter Photo Editor, judged the photography category of this year’s Reflections program. Stephanie Kozemchak, a local art teacher/tutor with extensive art teaching experience, judged the visual arts category.

We received a record 130 entries in the areas of literature, film & video, photography, and music. Two of our students went on to win an “award of excellence” (2nd place) at Council level. The children were delighted to receive award & participation ribbons at an ice cream social at Belvedere this past month.

The Belvedere PTA is very grateful to them for volunteering their talents and many hours of their own personal time to judge the children’s artwork.

Thank you, Stephanie and Joel, for your commitment to our community and school.

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The 44th Green Breakfast on May 8th

Friday, April 30th, 2010

By JillAnderson

The 44th Green Breakfast is on Saturday, May 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Brion’s Grille, Fairfax.

Smokey says “Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires” but is that always a good thing?
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Join us for a scrumptious breakfast and learn about the health of Fairfax County forests, and what birds, trees, bugs, you and fire have to do with it.

Topic: Forest Health and Forest Fire

Speaker: Jim McGlone
Urban Forest Conservationist, Virginia Department of Forestry

Brion’s Grille: 10621 Braddock Rd., Fairfax, VA 22032 — located in the University Shopping Mall (Braddock Road and Route 123) across the street from the Roanoke River Road entrance to George Mason University.

Cost: $10.00 for the Buffet, which includes tax and tip. Cash is preferred.

Note: You may bring fliers about your organization’s events and activities. There will be time for announcements.

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SHRA Open House & Car Wash – May 1st

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

By JillAnderson

Sleepy Hollow Recreation Assoc (SHRA) is hosting their Spring Open House and Car Wash this Saturday, May 1st.

The Open House gets underway at 9 am, Car Wash starts at 10 am and the festivities go on until 3 pm.

Invite your friends and neighbors to come join in the fun.

SHRA Photo

There will be lots of fun events including 2 moon bounces, classic cars, a cook-out and more.

Come see all of the new things happening at SHRA as they get ready for another great pool season. The pool officially opens on Saturday, May 29th.

We hope to see you there!
Sleepy Hollow Recreation Association (SHRA)
3538 Sleepy Hollow Road
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 941-0456

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Celebrate Earth Day at Lake Barcroft

Monday, April 19th, 2010

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Special Guest Post By Betsy Washington

Celebrate Earth Day!
Sponsored by The LBA Environmental Committee and Newcomers Club

Saturday, April 24th at Beach 5, 11:00am – 2:00pm and 6:30 – 9:00pm

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Bring the whole family to celebrate Earth Day in Lake Barcroft and meet the Newcomers Club! Every day should be Earth Day, but this day is special and includes the following events:

  • Enjoy Tours of the lake led by our own naturalist extraordinaire, Kevin Howe, and much admired WID Operations Director, Davis Grant. Especially designed for introducing our new residents to the joy and wonder of our lake, but of course, all are welcome. Learn about our lake, the work of our Watershed Improvement District, and the diverse wildlife of Lake Barcroft. (11:00 – 2:00pm)
  • Tour the award winning RPA (Resource Protection Area) Demonstration Garden with the Designer, the Community’s own Betsy Washington. Learn about the vital role of riparian buffer zones, the more than 100 species of beautiful native plants in the garden, and most important how they protect the health of the watershed. (Three tours between 11:00 – 2:00pm)
  • Find out about our own Geesepeace program, a new program called Oh Deer!, and other innovative wildlife solutions from the executive director of GeesePeace and former LBA President, David Feld. Learn about the connection between deer, ticks, and Lyme disease and environmentally savvy solutions to your wildlife problems.
  • See Dakota, our extraordinary GeesePeace dog, and her handler, LBA’s own Holly Hazard in action. Learn about our Geesepeace program and how you can participate and enjoy cruising the lake and working with wildlife.
  • Lake Barcroft Master Gardeners provide loads of tips on Lake friendly gardening. Questions about those mulch volcanos, removing English Ivy, lawn care, non-toxic pest solutions? Our Ecosavvy Master Gardeners have the answers! (11:00 – 2:00pm)
  • Plant a tree for Earth Day! Take home a free tree seedling as long as supplies last. Choose among black gums, tulip poplars, northern red oaks, and even a few redbuds.
  • For Families, test your observational and nature skills and participate in our Earth Day Scavenger Hunt. This family oriented hunt will be sure to challenge and entertain! Eco-savvy Prizes awarded to our most observant nature sleuths. Every child gets a special Earth Day Prize. (12:00 – 1:00pm)
  • Gadget Recycling Bin. Bring those items (broken or working, with or without batteries, and with chargers or without chargers, etc.) to be recycled. Kent Christian takes the worry out of ensuring that they are all safely recycled.
  • A tasty selection of grilled hotdogs, veggie dogs, burgers, and other refreshments sold at cost, complements of the Newcomers Club to refresh our EcoSavvy neighbors.


Evening Grand Finale Program – 6:30 – 9:00pm

  • Meet our own Kent Knowles, director of the Raptor Conservancy, and his magnificent feathered friends at Beach 5 . Get up close and personal with owls, hawks and other raptors and learn about these incredible birds and threats they face. (6:30 – 7:30)
  • Enjoy a very special environmental movie held under the stars as a very special grand finale to a day of celebrating the natural riches of Lake Barcroft. (7:30)
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Baileys Crossroads Land Use Community Meeting

Thursday, April 1st, 2010

By JillAnderson

Mark your calendars for April 15th as your taxes will (hopefully) be completed and you have the opportunity to see a presentation on the preferred land use concept for a portion of the Baileys Crossroads Community Business Center (CBC).

The concept will be presented at the Goodwin House Auditorium, 3440 South Jefferson Street, Falls Church on April 15th from 7-9 pm. Parking is available in the visitors lot.

The concept is intended to stimulate revitalization of this area, as well as take advantage of the proposed streetcar route to run between the CBC and Pentagon City. It features more mixed-used development; easier pedestrian, bicycle and transit rider access; and increase green spaces.

It is envisioned that the densest development will be focused in the area near the future streetcar stop along South Jefferson Street on the north side of Leesburg Pike. This urban-style downtown will incorporate mixed-use buildings with ground-floor retail, a tree-lined grid of streets and a new arts center. A greenway will connect the north and south sides of Leesburg Pike.

The land use concept specifically covers the area to the south and east of the interchange of Leesburg Pike (Route 7) and Columbia Pike (Route 244) in the Baileys Crossroads Community Business Center area.

For more information, visit the Baileys Crossroads Planning Study Web pages, contact the Department of Planning and Zoning at 703-324-1380, TTY 711, or e-mail DPZBaileys@fairfaxcounty.gov.

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In the Kitchen with Moe: Easter Dinner

Friday, March 26th, 2010

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By Moe Jafari

Spring has Sprung, Welcome Home Ida!
So, its wet and raining, half your tree limbs are broken and your azaleas look like big foot walked through the garden in the middle of the night. But hey it could be worse, you could be a Penguins fan!. JK Angela.

Let’s get ready for Easter Dinner.
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No, I am not going to give you a recipe for rabbit.

Although, a good Spanish Paella would not be with out. I am in the mood for lamb and as a family we are getting ready for a large gathering for Easter, about 40 people and my wife thinks Lamb is a pain. In a way she is right but, I have a way.

So I am going to share our menu for 40 guests.

Wine: Start the party off with a little Champagne , drop a raspberry in each glass, and a drop of Chambord wouldn’t hurt either, plus it keeps the chef happy! Make Sable happy, have some diet coke w/lime (boring!!!)

Appetizers: Assorted Cheese and Veggie Crudités, sliced baguette, use part of the Mezza menu published in last month’s newsletter.


The Menu

  • 6 -8 racks of Lamb, crusted with cumin, garlic and olives with Mint dipping sauce- do not buy the jar stuff!!!
  • 2 Honey Baked Hams, spiral sliced, bone in – we have found Safeway to be a good source.
  • 1 Roast Turkey stuffed with Onions, garlic, sage, salt and pepper served with Hot Mustard
  • Dinner Rolls – I am not a baker, so again, I am off to Baguette Republic
  • Roasted Sweet potatoes with rosemary
  • Arugula Salad with shaved Parmesan and dressed in a mustard vinaigrette (Good Seasonings Italian mixed with 1 Tbs of Dijon, white wine vinegar & EVOO)

    Lamb Preparation:
    6-8 racks of Lamb
    15 cloves of Garlic
    4 Tbs of Cumin seed
    A mix of green and black olives (remove pits)
    1/4 cup olive oil

    In a food processor, rough blend the last 5 ingredients into a paste, rub paste on Lamb racks. This can be done the night before and will yield the best flavor.

    Heat Oven to 425 degrees.
    Place lamb on baking sheets and put on top rack for 7 minutes.
    Turn oven down to 350 degrees and move lamb to lower rack and cook for 15-20 minutes more or until lamb is medium rare.

    Slice lamb following the bone , place on platter with small bowl of the mint sauce (recipe below), sprinkle Italian parsley over lamb.

    Now, get your fingers out of the way!

    Mint Sauce:
    1 bunch of mint, 3 limes + zest, 1 Serrano pepper, 2 Tbs of honey, 3 Tbs of Cider vinegar. Blend in food processor. Serve immediately, do not make ahead of time, Mint will turn brown.

    Wine Pairing: Try a hearty Melbec, Trapiche 2005 Reserve $15 and worth it, it is hearty and will stand up to the lamb. Or, splurge and get the Augua De Piedra Gran Reserva Malbec 2007 $25, wow!

    Heat Ham according to directions, serve on platter sliced.

    Turkey Preparation:
    10-12 lb Turkey
    Onions; chopped
    Garlic; chopped
    Lemon
    Fresh Sage

    Stuff turkey cavity with Onions, Garlic and a half lemon.
    Rub skin with EVOO, salt , pepper, and sage.

    Roast for 3-4 hours, let rest and slice. Serve with Hot Mustard Sauce (recipe below)

    Hot Mustard:
    4-6 Tbs Colemans Hot powdered mustard
    water
    white vinegar
    Mix in a bowl mix, Add 1 Tbs of Mayo. Dust with Cayenne pepper.
    Tip: if you mix the mustard and vinegar and let sit for an hour or two before mixing in water and mayo your mustard sauce will be even hotter.

    Sweet Potatoes: 8-10
    Dice potatoes 1/4 inch size, toss in EVOO, Salt, Pepper and fresh Rosemary
    Place in baking pan, cover w/foil, bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

    Wine Finds:
    White: Sauvignon Blanc, Kim Crawford, New Zealand
    Red: Try a great Oregon Pinot Noir, I like very hearty ones, St Inoocent $18-22.
    Champagne: Domain Carneros, this is by Taittinger
    Scotch, Single Malt: Caol Ila 12 year old.
    Bourbon Single batch: Woodford Reserve

    Dessert
    Have your guests bring dessert, plan it for them:
    3 couples bring pies – Apple, Cherry and Chocolate
    2 couples bring Cookies/ Brownies
    1 couple brings a fruit salad
    This way everyone helps but they don’t get in the way. Serve with Beanetics Sumatra Coffee, my favorite, no they didn’t pay me!!!

    This menu keeps large parties and the Chef entertained and not working.

    The mezza menu can be done days ahead along with the Lamb. The apps will keep everyone’s hunger at bay and dresses the palate for the main course.

    The recommendations for places to go for wine is just where I go, choose your own, taste and ENJOY!

    Happy Easter!!

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LBA Boat Auction Saturday, Mar 27

Thursday, March 25th, 2010

By JillAnderson

It’s that time of year again – time for the Lake Barcroft Annual Boat Auction.

Come out to the WID on Saturday morning and check out the boats that will be auctioned this year. Who knows – you might find yourself a real deal!

Plus, our own Kevin Howe will be the auctioneer. He’s smart, funny and is very knowledgeable on birds, biology and the like – it’s guaranteed to be a good time!

When: Saturday, March 27 at 11:00 AM – Rain or Shine
Where: WID compound at 3650 Boat Dock Drive.
Parking: Park in circle outside WID compound – you will not able to drive into the WID compound.

Rules:

  • Be prepared to take your new boat immediately. Some volunteer help may be available.
  • Bring rope, twine, bungee cords, etc. to attach boat to vehicle and a friend to help carry.
  • Temporary 2009 stickers will be provided
  • Gates close at 2:00 PM.
  • Cash or personal check payable to “Lake Barcroft Association”.
  • and then you’ll be ready for some Summertime Fun.

Buyers should arrange with Lake Manager, Chris Lawson, at 703-941-1927 between 9AM – 5PM or email: LaChance3@aol.com to purchase 2010 boat stickers for your new boat.

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Park Seeks Volunteers for Watershed Cleanup

Friday, March 19th, 2010

By JillAnderson

The Potomac near Arlington County, Virginia
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Hidden Oaks Nature Center is one of eight Fairfax County park authority sites that are seeking volunteers this Saturday, March 27th to don work gloves and lend a hand in picking up everything from plastic bottles and bags to discarded mattresses, rusting auto parts, old appliances, rubber tires and other debris illegally dumped in local waterways.

Since 1990, volunteers have helped improve the health of the Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay downstream by removing trash from streams and creeks close to home.

Cleanups will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude around noon. Removing trash from the watershed is messy work. Participants are encouraged to wear boots, old clothes, and to bring gloves. Trash bags and appreciation will be provided.

Can you help out for a few hours? If so, please call Hidden Oaks Nature Center at 703-941-1065 to register.

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Lake Barcroft Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, March 13th, 2010

By JillAnderson

Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 3rd!

The Lake Barcroft Woman’s Club will be holding their annual Easter Egg Hunt at 11:00 am at Beach 5. Come out to meet the Easter Bunny and hunt for eggs.

Every year the Woman’s club fills and hides more than 3,000 plastic eggs plus 4 special Golden Eggs.

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Last year’s lucky Golden Egg Winners were:

  • Kyle A – 1-3 age group
  • Halla C – 4-5 age group
  • Alana T – 6-7 age group
  • Susie H – 8-12 age group

    Will you child be a lucky Golden Egg winner this year?

    If you’re interested in volunteering to hide the plastic eggs, please contact Victoria Fernandez by email at vfernandezhome@verizon.net.

Unfortunately, due to the large number of children who live in our neighborhood, we must limit Egg Hunt participantion to Lake Barcroft children (& their friends).

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Qdoba Offering 50% Discount Online Orders

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

By JillAnderson

Many of you already know that I love Qdoba; especially their scrumptious breakfast burritos. I also really like their naked chicken burritos.

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Today, I discovered that our Falls Church location (5872 Crossroads Center Way – next to Ruby Tuesdays) is offering 50% off on ALL orders placed ONLINE through the month of March.

Just order online at Qdoba.com during the month of March. Wait for email confirmation – prices shown will not reflect the discount. Take your order confirmation to the our Qdoba location bypassing the order line. Proceed directly to the cashier. Your order will be waiting for you and you’ll only be charged 50% of the bill.

What’s for dinner at your house tonight?

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