Watershed Cleanup Rescheduled
Last Saturday’s 17th Annual Potomac Watershed Cleanup in Reston was canceled due to rain, but has been rescheduled for Saturday, April 9, from 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. Reston Association is hosting several sites in Reston along tributaries to the Potomac River, including Snakeden Branch, Colvin Run and The Glade. The cleanup emphasizes that the health of the Potomac depends not only on what is done along the shores but throughout the watershed. The event at Reston sites had more than 200 volunteers signed up before it was canceled last week and organizers hope to repeat those numbers. RSVP to Diana Saccone, 703-435-6560 or diana@reston.org to be assigned to a meeting location.
Spring Fling at Reston Town Center
The Reston Town Center will host a Spring Fling April 16, from 1-3 p.m. A benefit for Children’s National Medical Center, the spring fling will feature the Interlude Swing Band and ballet, tap and jazz performances by the Arlington Dance Theatre. The Flint Hill School Fashion Club will present a fashion show of spring collections from Reston Town Center retailers. The event is free and a benefit for Children’s National Medical Center. The sponsors of Spring Fling — Equity Office, BMW of Sterling, Edibles Incredible! and Reston Limousine — are providing both financial support and raffle prizes.
2nd Annual Founder’s Day Celebration
The Reston Community Center at Lake Anne Village Center will host the 2nd Annual Founder’s Day Celebration April 16, from noon-5 p.m. The event will feature a founders presentation, brick dedication and performances by local schools. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant and M&S Grill will provide desserts for the event. A Founder’s Day Walk along Reston paths to the newly renovated Island Walk complex is also planned.
Island Walk Partnership of Reston Recognized
The Community Associations Institute’s Washington Metropolitan Chapter selected the Island Walk Partnership of Reston as the best Small Homeowner’s Association in the national capitol area. The award is given to associations that excel in all facets of operation and will serve as examples for other community associations. Island Walk Partnership was also recognized at a county board meeting by Supervisor Catherine Hudgins (D-Hunter Mill), who invited the Association’s board of directors to appear before the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors to receive a certificate of recognition for winning the award.
Gaelic Gardens Opens in Reston
Gaelic Gardens had its grand opening Sunday. Owner Ted Russell of Vienna took over the plot of the former Reston market on Baron Cameron Avenue to offer a store with an Irish twist. The store sells a large variety of plants, produce, crafts, food and Irish goods. The store’s Irish wares will include linens, pottery, glassware and foodstuffs. Gaelic Gardens is located at 10800 Baron Cameron Ave.
Northern Virginia Auto Show
The Northern Virginia Auto Show, will be held Saturday, April 9, at the Dulles Town Center. The event will feature auto dealers, suppliers and related services situated within the Northern Virginia area, along with numerous community outreach agencies providing safe teen driving programs. Admission is free, as are activities found within the Family Entertainment Area. Call 703-472-7938 or visit www.timescommunity.com
Calendar
April 11, 7 p.m., Reston Community Center Community Relations Meeting, Reston Community Center at Hunters Woods, 2310 Colts Neck Road.
April 12, 7 p.m., Reston Association’s Annual Board Meeting at the Sheraton Hotel, 11810 Sunrise Valley Drive.
April 13, 7 p.m., Reston Association Board Work Session on the Government Documents, RA Main Office, 1930 Isaac Newton Square.