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Volunteer Needed:
We are in need of a coordinator of the lodge and barn rentals. This person takes the reservations, updates the calendar, receives payment, and keeps the keys, etc.
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Family Halloween Party
October 31, 2014, 4 p.m. at the lodge
Come see all the kids in costumes, it'll be quite a sight
When we celebrate at our family party on Halloween Night.
Neighborhood monsters and their families wanting to ride through Trout Valley on a tractor pulled trailer, please join us at the lodge at 4:00 with your little ones dressed in costumes with a candy bag ready to go. The tractor will take the kids to most streets in the neighborhood. After they are good and tried and growing hungry, please join us at the lodge for a evening of family fun pot luck style. We will be serving chili with all the sides.
Please read below and reply to Michelle Greenwald at greenwaldfamily@att.net with your name next to item you are able to bring. In addition, we need a head count so we don't run out of chili. There will be a kid friendly Halloween movie and a bonfire to make s'mores.I can bring......1. Case of water:2. Case of water:1. Appetizer:2. Appetizer:3. Appetizer:4. Appetizer:*May need additional based on RSVP's1. Dessert:2. Dessert:3. Dessert:4. Dessert:5. S'more fixings
*May need additional based on RSVP's
1. Napkins:
2. Plastic spoons:
3. Plastic bowls:
4. Paper Plates:
Suggested items to bring: blankets, sticks for s'mores, baby wipes, outdoor seating and outdoor lighting/candles.
We hope you can join us for a spooky good time!~ Social |
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October Chipping Dates
October 6 and 20
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Celebrate Oktoberfest with friends and family!!! Don't miss out on an EPIC time!!!
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2014 Time: 4-11pm Place: Trout Valley Lodge down by the Fox River Hosted by: Steps for Doug Volunteers are needed. Please email Sue MacInnis to inquire about volunteering for the event!
German food, Beer Garden with a variety of brands and local brews, entertainment (performances by 2 local bands--Alex and the Allstars & Little Broken Arrow), silent auction, kids tent, open mic (so bring your instruments), campfire and sing-a-long...all down by the water at the Trout Valley lodge! Please confirm your attendance see link below and buy your tickets ahead of time! This is our big 2014 Fund raiser for Steps for Doug! All proceeds go to support ALS. We want EVERYONE to come! So please pass this invite along! To Purchase Tickets
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The Boston Business Conference brings together New England's top executives and decision makers. Regarded as the top business conference in the Northeast, this three day, action packed event will provide you with all of the tools, technologies, and best practices you need to accomplish your goals. Learn More.
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Stitching Club
Welcome to Stitch & B*tch
The Trout Valley Stitch & B*tch group is starting our 8th year and all Trout Valley residents and "alums" are welcome. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month during the school year, at 9 AM till 10:30-ish, at the riverfront lodge. This month, however, our next meeting is Sept. 30th. In October, it will be the 14th and 28th.
You can bring any carry-along project, whether it's knitting, crocheting, quilting, any other needlework, recipe organization, photo album, or just come to socialize. We're always ready to help out if you have questions, or to share ideas. Bring a cup of coffee or bottle of water if you want.
If you want to be on the email list for reminders, or you have any questions, please contact Ann Somers at acs181@aol.com or call at 847-639-1278.
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Village of Trout Valley Board News:
Upcoming Meetings:
Village Budget Meeting: October 13, 2014
Village November meeting: November 3, 2014
7 p.m. at the lodge
Election packets now available for the
April 7, 2015 Consolidated Elections
for
Village President and Village Trustee positions
The Village of Trout Valley has the office of President and four Trustee positions to be elected in the April 7, 2015 Consolidated Elections. Three of the Trustee positions serve a four-year term and one has a two-year term.
The office of President serves a four-year term.
The Village board meets approximately seven times a year. The filing period is from December 15th through December 22nd, 2014. Residents are encouraged to apply. Please contact Tonia Gonzalez, Village Clerk at (847) 477-8170 for further details.
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Directory News
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Do you know a local business owner who might like to advertise in our directory? It helps us defray the cost of the directory!
The Deadline is October 24th!
Thank you very much
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 Fall Events in the Area
CGHS Homecoming Parade This Saturday
The Cary Grove High School Homecoming Parade will start at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 4, 2014. The Parade begins at the intersection of Pearl Street & 1st Street and travels north, ending at the high school.
Chamber of Commerce Farmers' Market
October 5
The Chamber hosts a Farmers' Market in the north downtown commuter lot on Sundays from 9:00am to 1:00pm now through October 12. The Farmers' Market will offer a wide selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, baked goods, herbs, flowers, plants and much more. You are encouraged to contact the Chamber at (847) 639-2800 or www.carygrovechamber.com for more information regarding the Farmers' Market.
Trick-or-Treat Hours
October 31st
Halloween trick-or-treat hours in the Village will be from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October 31st.
Trout Valley Halloween Family Party Trout Valley Lodge October 31, 4 p.m. See article in this newsletter for information.
WOODSTOCK ALE FEST WHEN: 1 to 5 p.m. Oct. 4 WHERE: Clay and Bartlett streets, downtown Woodstock COST & INFO: A celebration of craft beer, food and bluegrass music will feature more than 80 unique beers from 40 different American craft breweries. Music provided by Cheryl Nemo and the Down Home Boys from 1 to 3 p.m., and The Georgia Rae Family Band from 3 to 5 p.m. Net proceeds will benefit the Woodstock Chamber of Commerce and Adult & Child Therapy Services. Tickets: $40 general admission, $15 designated driver. Tickets and information: 888-695-0888 or www.woodstockalefest.com.
CELEBRATION IN THE PARK WHEN: 5 to 10 p.m. Oct. 4 WHERE: Sunnyside Park, 1515 Channel Beach Ave., Johnsburg COST & INFO: Hosted by the village of Johnsburg with family activities, hayrides, live entertainment, beer tent, food and fireworks display. The Second Chapter will play from 5 to 7:30 p.m., followed by The Matthew Holm Band from 7:50 to 10 p.m. Free admission. Information: 815-385-6023 or www.johnsburg.org.
IRON INVASION CLASSIC CAR & MOTORCYCLE SHOW WHEN: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 4 WHERE: McHenry County Fairgrounds, 1050 Country Club Road, Woodstock COST & INFO: A pre-1965 traditional hot rod, custom and cycle show. Featuring a stunt show, vintage motocross, Maiden of Iron contest, Mr. Invader, vendors from around the country, swap meet for vintage parts only, flame show, live bands, art show, children's events and more. Admission: $10 a person. Free to show your car. Information: www.ironinvasion.com.
"SON OF GHOSTMAN" FILM SCREENING & LIVE PODCAST WHEN: 7 p.m. Oct. 3 WHERE: Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. William St., Crystal Lake COST & INFO: Algonquin native Kurt Larson wrote, directed, produced and acted in "Son of Ghostman," a romantic comedy based around classic horror. His directorial debut recently won the 2014 Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Award for Best Independent Film. The screening will be followed by a live podcast with Chicago producer Kelly Dolan and presided over by author and podcaster Bart Scott. Rated PG-13. General admission: $10 includes film screening and live podcast. Tickets and information: 815-356-9212 or www.eventbrite.com (search for "Son of Ghostman").
HORSE, PIG & GOAT SHOW WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 4 WHERE: Hooved Animal Humane Society farm, 10804 McConnell Road, Woodstock COST & INFO: Includes a performance by the Midwest Renegades Equestrian Drill Team and an adoptable horse demonstration. There also will be live music provided by Music Makers for Life, horse tack vendors, crafts, wagon rides and farm tours. Barbecue lunch available. Beer and wine garden for those older than age 21. Rain or shine. Admission: $5 adults, free for children age 10 and younger. Information: 815-337-5563 or www.hahs.org.
CIDER FEST WHEN: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 5 WHERE: McHenry County Historical Society Museum, 6422 Main St., Union COST & INFO: The day will feature old-fashioned cider making, harvest demonstrations, horseshoe tournament, apple bake-off contest, bake sale, white elephant sale and more. There also will be entertainment by Charlie B and Friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Food available. Free admission. The museum, Gannon 1843 log cabin and 1895 West Harmony one-room school also will be open free all day. Information: 815-923-2267 or www.gothistory.org.
AUTUMN SPA FAIRE WHEN: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 4-5 WHERE: RavenStone Castle, 4504 Route 23, Harvard COST & INFO: A variety of activities will be offered featuring therapeutic massage, psychic palmist, tarot card reader, BSkinny Coffee and other wellness products, angel card reader, Door County fall coffees, fresh fudge and more. Tours available for $6 an adult. Registration and information: 815-943-5764 or www.ravenstonecastle.com. #ShutDownCancer Music Fest
Planit 10: Things to do this weekend...
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Trout Valley Directory
A committee is working on updating our directory contact information. There is a form at the end of the TVA packet that was mailed to your house. This can be mailed to me at 295 Stonegate Rd, clipped to the magnet on my front door, dropped off at the annual meeting on the 21st, or you may email updates to me troutvalleynews@gmail.com. We are looking for the following information:
Last Name
First Names of Adults (please indicate if there is a different last name)
Street Address
Home (or main) Phone
Cell phone(s) optional
Email - optional
Kids names - optional
Businesses or Services
The packet form also asks for information on your services, both professional and also non-professional (such as teens who babysit, do yard work, etc).
Advertise Your Business in the Directory
There is a form in the packet for placing an ad, or you can contact Patty Maune at txangels66@gmail.com. This can help your business and help defray the cost of the directory printing.
Thanks, Vernie Vadnais
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Wood Chipping Dates
(signs are posted at the intersections near the barn)
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Future Neighborhood Directory
If you wish to submit a correction for the 2015 Directory or send us new information as a new resident, please email the following information to Vernie at troutvalleynews@gmail.com:
Last Name
First Names of adults (please indicate if there is a different last name)
Street Address
Home (or main) Phone
Cell phone(s) optional
Email - optional
Kids names - optional
Thank you - we try hard to keep our information up to date.
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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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Welcome Lady!
There's a new Welcome Lady in town!! Terry Parrilli has graciously offered to bring back our old tradition of visiting the homes of new neighbors to bring them neighborhood greetings and information. She will be able to answer your questions about our village and association, the many wonderful amenities, and the clubs and activities that are available, etc.
She has already started contacting some of our new neighbors, but if you moved in recently and would like a visit - please feel free to contact Terry.
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Reminder About Golf Cart Drivers
There are a lot of golf carts being driven by kids on the roads in the Valley. The Golf-cart guidelines clearly state that all drivers MUST have a drivers' license.
Section from our guidelines:
State law permits local governing bodies to allow golf carts on local streets under certain
circumstances. They may operate only on streets with a posted speed limit of 35 mph or less, the drivers must have valid Illinois drivers' licenses, and the vehicles must have brakes, steering, a rear-view mirror, headlights, taillights, brake lights, turn signals, reflectors on the front and back, and "slow-moving vehicle" signs in the rear. Although Trout Valley's streets are private and not subject to these rules, for the protection and safety of the community, the State's requirements are being enforced.
Thank you,
Wally Zimmerman
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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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