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This week's newsletter is packed with new information. Next week, the newsletter will go out on Wednesday morning, as I am unavailable on Friday to publish. If you have something to submit, please do that by next Tuesday. Anything important after Wednesday should be submitted to Bob Baker for consideration as a blast. troutvalleyblasts@gmail.com
Thank you,
Vernie Vadnais
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Spring Party Petting Zoo
Details:
Trout Valley had a barn,
E-I-E-I-O
And at the Lodge they had baby animals,
E-I-E-I-O
With a Baa, Quack and Cluck you are invited to
Trout Valley's Spring Party Petting Zoo with
Games, Face Painting and a Craft too!
When: Saturday April 26th 3:00-5:30
Where: Trout Valley River Front Lodge
Who's Invited: Children, Grand Children & relatives of Trout Valley residents
Cost: $10 per child (parents are free)
Please bring a treat to pass and don't forget your cameras!
Registration taken at the lodge. Hop to see you there! Trout Valley Social *****THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!
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Trout Valley Association Board Meeting April 21, 2014, 7 p.m. at the lodge
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Chipping Season is Back
Motion on Chipping
Best Practices
Chipping of brush and tree limbs is a service provided by Trout Valley maintenance
personnel using Trout Valley provided wood chipping equipment for the convenience of Trout Valley residents. It is NOT for cleanup after professional landscape or tree services.
Large wood chipping equipment is used in this process and will not be brought onto the resident's property (liability issues); nor will small, left over debris be raked up. Piles of wood and brush must be left next to the street on the resident's property.
Timing of wood chipping will be posted on signs coming into Trout Valley. Currently those signs are on Stonegate as it intersects Country Commons and on Country Commons at the intersection with Turkey Run. The wood chipping season is largely dependent on Algonquin Township's ability to accept wood chip dumping. The usual season is March through October. Watch the signage for specific dates.
Piles of brush, etc., to be chipped should be no longer than ten (10) feet, nor should any limbs have a maximum diameter greater than eight (8) inches. No root structures or balls of dirt will be chipped or hauled away - the possibility of included rocks that could damage the chipper or cause safety concerns for our maintenance workers is just too great.
Thanks for your cooperation!
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Need Mulch?
As many of you know, the Trout Valley Maintenance crew creates wood chips that could be used as mulch. We normally have so much that we have to dump them at the Algonquin Highway locale, or at the Cary maintenance area.
Here's the deal - we can dump it on your property so you can mulch those plants you're buying at the Riding Club sale! Only a couple limitations - we will get you a load when we have it, a load consists of one full truckload (not a half), it will be dumped on your property where our truck can reach the spot (usually a driveway), and if it's first ordered, it's first delivered. I will maintain the list for Bernie. So if you need Mulch, call me at 847-682-8500. Let me know where you want it dumped, and we will try to accommodate you. Thanks.
Wally Zimmerman
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COM-ED TREE TRIMMING
Over the next several weeks representatives from ComEd will be marking trees in the Valley that need to be trimmed to help prevent storm damage to their overhead wires. Their trucks may say Davey or Exelon. They will mark trees with pink tape for trimming and may eventually remove some trees entirely. They will not remove any trees on private property without getting the homeowner's written permission.
Wally Zimmerman
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Deed Restriction
STORAGE OF PERSONAL AND OTHER PROPERTY ON ANY LOT, PARKING, AND SHORE STATIONS.
11a. No garbage cans, or other containers or other items of personal property except firewood for fireplaces, shall be stored on the outside of any lot used or to be used for residential purposes nor shall laundry be permitted to hang on the outside.
http://www.troutvalleycommunity.com/picture/tv_deed-restrictions.pdf
Jeff Greenwald
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Loose Dogs
There has been a report of a dog running loose in the valley. After a long cold winter cooped up inside, our dogs are so excited to be outside again! Please remember that your dogs need to be on a leash when you're walking them, and they must be either tied up, or contained by an "invisible" fence, on your property.
Deed Restriction: ANIMALS, POULTRY AND PETS - PERMITTED KINDS, STRUCTURES AND CONFINEMENT.
10. No animals or poultry of any kind, other than house pets, shall be kept or maintained in any lot
except for those parts of said premises set aside and used for community centers and park systems
and those parts of said premises which have not yet or are hereafter subdivided into lots nor shall at
any time hereafter any building be erected for the accommodations of any animals or poultry of any
kind. (See 5b. regarding dog houses) No dogs or other house pets shall be allowed to run at large.
Thank you!
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Garden Plots
It's gardening time again.
There are some open garden plots, near the river/polo fields, available this year.
If anybody is interested , please contact Laura Gerard @ 847-639-0952It's first come, first served. So don't hesitate, because warm weather is right around the corner.
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Riding Club Flower Sale
Trout Valley is such an amazing place to live and spring is finally here! This year, the youth of our non-profit Trout Valley Riding Club are holding a fundraiser Plant Sale to raise funds for necessary repairs and improvements to the barn. The plants will be delivered directly to us from the very high quality, well-known Bartel's Nursery in Michigan - they are terrific plants at a great value. "Pick Up" is the day before Mother's Day - Saturday, May 10 - at the barn, so plan on stopping by to meet our friendly riders and beautiful horses!
Please consider hanging baskets as gifts and purchasing your landscape flowers in support of our young riders this year and spread the word for us to your friends. IF YOU LIVE IN TROUT VALLEY, WE CAN EVEN DELIVER YOUR ORDER DIRECTLY TO YOUR HOUSE! No need to get your vehicle dirty this year with landscaping purchases! This weekend every home will get an order form delivered to their door, and a pdf is also attached to this newsletter. If you are looking for something in particular not on the order form, just ask - Bartel's may be able to provide what you are looking for. THANK YOU IN ADVANCE!
Order forms & payment can be dropped off at 165 Hawthorne, or given to any barn member.
Questions? Call Carrie Krueger at 847-970-0431
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Tennis Club News
Trout Valley "Roll for the Roses" Bunco Night!
Friday, May 2nd from 7-10 p.m. at the Barn
Mark your calendars, invite your friends & your spouse.
*The Tennis Club is looking for new items to be donated for the raffle*
Bunco Night Registration Form
Trout Valley Open
Saturday, June 7th at the Lodge
Come and enjoy a relaxing evening with Trout Valley friends at the Lodge, at 7 p.m. Food & drinks will be served.
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New Residents
If you are new to the neighborhood (in the past 2 years) and would like to be featured in this newsletter, please send your information to Vernie Vadnais at troutvalleynews@gmail.com
Thank you,
Vernie
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 Spring Events in the Area
Annual Fashion Show
April 25
Looking for spring? You can find it at the Kraus Senior Center Annual Fashion Show. The Fashion Show will be held on Friday, April 25th from 11am to 1:30pm at the Cary Park District Community Center. Cost is $10 Resident / $11 Non-Resident. Enjoy this perfect feel-good spring event featuring Senior Center models wearing spring and summer fashions from the Dress Barn in Crystal Lake. The Cary Police Department will once again sponsor this event with Officer Kathleen Eiring assisting as the emcee and other officers assisting the models. Three Oaks Assisted Living is also co-sponsoring this event. Lunch will feature honey baked chicken, garlic & herb pasta with flame roasted vegetables, salad and dessert. Register early as space is limited. The registration deadline is April 18 (or until filled) and refunds will not be provided after the deadline.
Interested in being a model? Call the Senior Center at (847) 639-8118 to get signed up.
PUB CRAWL
WHEN: April 4-May 17
WHERE: throughout Woodstock
COST & INFO: Woodstock Celebrates, Inc. sponsors a Pub Crawl in celebration of the 80th anniversary of Orson Welles' debut as a professional director. Welles was educated and lived in Woodstock from 1926 to 1934. Prohibition and Depression era cocktails, such as Sidecar, Bee's Knees, The Flu and Between the Sheets will be featured at 13 Woodstock bars and restaurants throughout a six-week period. Customers will be given a card to have punched each time they order one of the drinks to be eligible for a prize package drawn May 18. For a list of participating businesses, go to www.welleswoodstock.com.
11th Annual Cary Pride Day - Saturday, April 26
A Volunteer Service Opportunity!
The Village of Cary invites school groups, community groups, service organizations and Village businesses to participate in the 11th annual volunteer based Cary Pride Day on Saturday, April 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. Cary Pride Day will focus on several major projects throughout the area that will enhance and improve our community. Cary Pride Day is an excellent community volunteer public service program that has been cited with a Governor's Hometown Award for Excellence. We hope you will join us to help build on this great legacy of giving back to the community. All volunteers are also invited to a free lunch at 12:00 Noon in the Cary-Grove High School cafeteria.
For more information on Cary Pride Day, or to sign up to help out with Cary Pride Day, please contact the Village at (847) 639-0003.
Cary Firefighters Association 5K Race
May 10
On Saturday, May 10, the Cary Firefighters Association will host their annual 5K run/walk at the Cary Junior High at 8:00am. The race will be chip timed and is $30. This year, the Firefighters Association will feature a kids fun run. A portion of the proceeds from the race will benefit Camp "I am Me," which is a weeklong camp for children who have suffered injuries due to burns, and is funded 100% on donations. You can register and find more information here.
SAMPLER SERIES LECTURE
WHEN: 7 p.m. April 21
WHERE: McHenry County Historical Society
Museum, 6422 Main St., Union
COST & INFO: "Behind the Badge." Take a look behind the Dick Tracy comic strip with its technical adviser Amtrak Police Sgt. Jim Doherty. Learn about the famous detective's real-life role models and have an opportunity to buy a signed edition of Doherty's latest book, "Just the Facts - True Tales of Cops & Criminals." Tickets: A $10 donation is requested. Tickets and information: 815-923-2267 or www.gothistory.org.
Looking for Your Ancestors?
If you've ever thought you might want to research your family history, McHenry County IL
Genealogical Society has a conference for you. This all-day learning experience will have 4
sessions each hour from which you can choose what interests you. Sessions are for beginners
as well as those who have already enjoyed finding their ancestors. Some topics include
understanding census records, using Google maps and Google earth, and creating a family
history website. Speakers are nationally known for their genealogy expertise.
Genealogy Inside Out will be held on July 19, 2014 at McHenry County College in Crystal Lake.
Registration by June 15th - $40 for members and $50 for non-members. Registration includes
breakfast snacks, lunch and an online syllabus. A complete description of each session is
available at www.mcigs.org/conference. You can send questions to
www.conference@mcigs.org or call TV resident Claudia Conroy at 847-639-0437.
Rotary Club of Cary-Grove Winter Farmers' Market
In support of local farmers and vendors, the Rotary Club of Cary-Grove will be holding a winter farmers' market on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month
now to Mid-May at the Algonquin Township Offices at 3702 US Highway 14 in Crystal Lake from 9:00am to Noon.
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Trout Valley Scholarship
The Village of Trout Valley is pleased to offer one college scholarship in the amount of $750 for an eligible Trout Valley resident and Association member. Graduating high school seniors are encouraged to apply. Full details can be found on the scholarship application, which is on the Trout Valley website and a link to the application is also attached to this newsletter. All applications must be postmarked by April 30, 2014. If you should have any questions, please contact Tonia Gonzalez, Village Clerk at tvclerk@yahoo.com or by phone at (847) 477-8170. Good luck!
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Maintenance
Wally Zimmerman
258 Stonegate Rd
Trout Valley, IL. 60013
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Blast versus Newsletter?
We've recently had questions and requests for sending out email blasts to Trout Valley residents. These have included blasts for charitable donations and open houses. Most community information can be circulated in the weekly newsletter. The blasts are reserved for important and time-sensitive information. We want residents to know that when they receive a blast, they should read it as soon as they can, as it is something of concern for the community.
When we reject a blast request, we are trying to balance the need to communicate effectively and quickly with Trout Valley against the rights of the residents not to be overwhelmed with local messages. If we don't send out a lot of blasts, we hope those we do send get your attention. We appreciate your consideration.
Thanks, Bob Baker
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In This Newsletter:
Spring Party Petting Zoo
Trout Valley Association Board Meeting
Chipping Season Guidelines
Need Mulch?
Com Ed Tree Trimming
Garbage Can Deed Restriction
Loose Dog
Garden Plots
Riding Club Flower Sale
Tennis Bunco Night
New Resident Profile
Spring Events
Trout Valley Scholarship
Maintenance
More Information
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Upcoming Public
Meetings:
TV Association Board
Meeting Dates
2014 Schedule
(so far)
April 21
May 19
June 16
July 21
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Village of Trout Valley Board Meeting Dates
2014 Schedule
June 9
August 11
September 8 (budget)
October 13
December 1
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