The Lantern

Dunn Loring Woods Civic Association (DLWCA)

www.dlwca.org

PRESIDENTS MESSAGE
It is hard to believe that the holidays are here, and that 2014
is coming to a close. Each year, Dunn Loring Woods
transforms itself into a Winter Wonderland for the holidays
its truly a sight to see.
There are many activities happening over the next few
months to help get you into the holiday spirit, including a
cookie exchange, holiday decoration contest, and even an
opportunity to purchase a White House ornament and
support our local high school. More information on these
opportunities is included in this issue.
A big Thank You to Syracuse Circle residents who handled
the DLWCA Neighborhood Watch duties for the month of
Oct. These residents have been doing this each Oct. for a
number of years and serves as a great example of service to
the DLWCA community. How about other DLWCA
blocks matching the Syracuse Cr. contribution? Its a good
way to get to know your neighborhood and provide a
valuable community service and requires little time.
Individuals are also always needed for this important
program. Please contact Mark Hann (703-489-9463)
(mghann@verizon.net) or Ken Quincy (703-573-7919)
(ken_quincy@hotmail.com) for more information and if you
are interested in participating.
I hope that you have a safe and joyful holiday.

BOWLING GREEN ISLAND UPDATE

November/December 2014

WHITE HOUSE ORNAMENT SALE

Please consider purchasing a 2014 White House Ornament
from Marshall High School which will help fund the All
Night Graduation Celebration (ANGC) for our Class of 2015
Seniors. This lock-in event will help to underwrite an
alcohol and drug-free celebration at the Spring Hill
Recreation Center on the evening of graduation. In the past,
the event had a remarkable 90% participation rate by each
graduation class and continues to keep our seniors safe and
off the roads the night of their graduation.
Decorated with gold tones and enamel finishes, the 33rd
annual White House Christmas Ornament makes great
holiday gifts as well as memorable corporate gifts for clients.
You can order ornaments online at www.gcmptsa.org. For
more information, please email who@gcmptsa.org, or call
Patty at 703.362.9553.

Patty Texin

Congratulations to Meyer & Mary Rubin

of Cottage Street who just celebrated their
70th Wedding Anniversary!

HOLIDAY DECORATION CONTEST

The holiday season is upon us, and soon we will start to see
A special DLWCA membership meeting was held Oct. 15 at our neighbors busily stringing lights and putting out
snowmen, angels and Santas for all to see!
Stenwood School to address the Bowling Green Dr. traffic
island proposal detailed in the previous edition of The
Lantern and at the Sept. 15 DLWCA membership meeting. The DLWCA holiday decoration contest has been in place
for many years. We ask for your participating in voting for
Members in attendance voted to leave the trees on the island your top three favorite homes. Well be awarding gift
certificates to the top three homes: $50 for 1st place, $30 for
as they are, with regular maintenance and trimming, until
2nd place, and $20 for 3rd place.
they show signs of deterioration to the point they must be
The winning homes will have the beautiful wooden winner
removed. At that time they will be removed and replaced
rd
with new plantings. Suggested plantings were included in the signs in their yard, so look for them after the 23 of
December or you can check our website (www.dlwca.org) to
previously detailed proposal. Members in attendance
see who has won. Certificates to the winning homes will be
further voted to amend the adopted budget by allocating
presented at the Spring Membership Meeting.
$3,000 for the maintenance and trimming of the Bowling
Green traffic island trees.
Nominations should be submitted to Pat Stout via email
or by calling 703.573.9293 no
Ken Quincy (nanabumpa2545@aol.com)
later than December 20th.

AGING IN 2014

MEMBERSHIP UPDATE

According to the Administration on Aging, the older

population, persons 65 years or older, numbered 41.4
million in 2011. It is predicted that by 2030 there will be
about 72.1 million older persons in the United States. Those
are staggering numbers and give everyone something to think
about.
Whether you are aging yourself, or are caring for aging
parents or grandparents, there is always a sense of worry in
thinking of who will be able to care for you or your loved
ones. There are many struggles that accompany the constant
care that is necessary when crisis hits, and you and your
family take on the responsibilities of elder care. The stress
does not only drastically affect that of the person in need of
care, but the family as well. Prioritizing parents' care can ease
their pain and worry, but might impact your own family life,
health, time and resources. Whether companionship, daily
care or simply transportation is necessary, everyone is
affected by the difficult changes. Though the situations may
differ from family to family, the end goal is to help our loved
ones remain independent, have a continued sense of
importance, encouragement and love.
In the United States alone, in 2009 a census was completed,
recognizing that over 25.7% of the population is of the age of
65years or older. Over the past five years that percentage has
risen and is predicted to continue to rise as years go by. Due
to these statistics, there will be an increased need for
attention to the elderly in our community and continued help
to those families beginning the journey of caring for their
aging loved ones.
Joanne McCarty is a Geriatric Care Manager who works in
Fairfax.

Currently, 44% of the Residents in Dunn Loring Woods

have joined the Civic Association. Our Goal is 85% and I
believe it is within reach.
Thanks to all the Block Captains that have completed the
canvassing of their appointed homes.
We do have a few Captains trying to wrap up their routes. If
you have not been approached by someone personally, had a
brochure left in your door or by mail please feel free to stop
by my home at 2545 Villanova Court with your $15.00
check.
Thank you in advance for helping the Board to reach our
goal of 85%.

Pat Stout

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
GET INVOLVED TODAY!
The Dunn Loring Woods Gardening Committee Thank
you to Thang Le for your time as gardener of the Bowling
Green Island. We appreciate you for carrying on for so long
is spite of your other responsibilities.
The committee will be doing most island gardening as group
projects in the future, rather than as individuals. Anyone who
is interested in participating should contact Neal McKinney,
nmckinne@cox.net or 571 215-6979.

DLWCA is celebrating their 50th Anniversary with a

celebration in September 2015 and is asking for volunteers
for entertainment. Come help get the party started! Email
wendiccarroll@icloud.com for more information

Joanne McCarty
We need more volunteers for the 4th of July Flag
Friendly Reminder
Distribution. This will give you an opportunity to walk
Fairfax County has a law that prohibits dogs from around the neighborhood a bit and help with the patriotic
celebration. For the current volunteers, please reach out and
running unrestricted at all times.
let Iman know if additional flags are required for large lawns,
Please do not let your animals run loose!
corners, etc. Iman can be reached at 703.587.9071 or by
emailing imanbutler68@gmail.com.

Additionally, there is a provision requiring you to

pooper scoop after your pup. Please be
considerate of your neighbors!
In the next Lantern, we will provide additional
information about the law.
Thank you!

New to Dunn Loring Woods? Please send a

picture and a bit about your family to
TheLanternDLWCA@gmail.com
Next Lantern Deadline for Articles &
Submissions Sunday, January 4th!

WELCOME NEW NEIGHBORS

ANNUAL NEIGHBORHOOD
COOKIE EXCHANGE
Please join the ladies of the neighborhood for a funfilled holiday cookie exchange. Bring your favorite
home-baked goodies to exchange, and mingle over
some hot cider and appetizers on Sunday, December
14th from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm (still in plenty of time to
make your holiday parties!) at the home of Lisa
Youngers (2504 Drexel). This is a great way to get a
wide variety of treats for the holidays while celebrating
the good cheer of the season with other neighbors!

We are excited to move into this peaceful

neighborhood (8313 Carnegie) in late summer 2014.
Eric is a licensed engineer, a big advocate for building
energy efficiency; I take care two little ones (Jeremy 9
months; Jacob 2 years and 9 months). - Joan

WEBSITE UPDATE

If you would like to participate, please RSVP to Lisa

Youngers by Thursday, December 11th at
lisa.r.youngers@xo.com or Chris Van Winkle at
703.205.9470. You will receive the cookie exchange
details, including the number of cookies to bring and
packaging instructions. Also, bringing an appetizer or
beverage to share is appreciated. Questions? Please
call Lisa at 703.200.3523.

www.dlwca.org - Its Our Website!

Ever try to find last months Lantern to find it was
recycled? Did you miss out on the fall membership
meeting because you forgot the date? Ever wonder who
volunteers for the board? Want to post an event for the
community before the next Lantern comes out? Come
to the Dunn Loring Wood Civic Association Blog at
www.dlwca.org . Please send post requests to
dlwcava@gmail.com.
Sarah Rasnake

The Dunn Loring Civic Association would

like to take this opportunity to thank Mary
Harne of Cottage Street for her generous
donation to assist with the purchase of
additional American Flags for our
community. This will allow us to further
show our patriotism during the 4th of July
holiday.
Donations can be made by sending checks
to: DLWCA, PO Box 238, Dunn Loring,
VA 22027 or by calling Ken Quincy at
703.573.7919.

Dunn Loring Woods Civic

Association Board
President Ken Quincy
1st Vice President Melvin Rose
2nd Vice President Frank Piazza
Treasurer Steve Bergeron
Recording Secretary Wendi Carroll
Corresponding Secretary Wayne Comer
Director (3 year) Kathy Arpa
Director (2 year) Eleanor McCann
Director (1 year) Bill Moffett
Neighborhood Watch Mark S. Hann
Membership Pat Stout
Island Care Committee Neal McKinney
Hospitality JoAnn Donnelly
Editor, The Lantern Kate Anthony
Technology Team Stephen Bates &
Sarah Rasnake