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November 21, 2014

Trout Valley News

Issue # 90

TV Directory 2015

Please Check Your Entry for Errors

The 2015 Trout Valley Directory is ready to be proofed.

Please click here to check for errors in your information.

We are not looking for additions to the directory at this point, just corrections.

If you have a correction for your entry, please email me at troutvalleynews@gmail.com. I will forward corrections to the Directory Committee.

Thank you!

Vernie Vadnais

Children's Holiday Party

Mark your calendar!

December 13, 2014

Trout Valley Barn

More Information in next Friday's newsletter...

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A Tire Was Found

A tire was found in the neighborhood that looks like it might have fallen off an SUV (the kind with the spare tire attached on the outside). If this is your tire, please call Joe at 815 404-3379. Thanks!

8th Annual Trout Valley Turkey Trot

Join us for our 8th Annual Trout Valley Turkey Trot: Thanksgiving Day, November 27th, 9AM

Race Day Registration begins at 8AM

Children's 1 Mile 8:30AM

Where: Trout Valley Riverfront Lodge

Who: Everyone!

Run this fun and scenic 5K course with friends,family and neighbors in the best community around! The Children's 1 Mile Run(12 and under) kicks off at 8:30AM and the 5K follows at 9AM. Post race festivities and awards at 10AM.

Website

Clothing Donations Needed
Life Skills Reentry Program

Trout Valley resident Maggie Haak is asking for donations of gently used professional clothing to benefit clients of the Life Skills Reentry Program at Roosevelt University in Chicago. The program clients, many of whom are homeless, are in need of items to wear to job interviews and to work. Especially needed are: dress shirts, nice pants, suit jackets or suits for men; blouses, skirts and nice pants for women. Big and tall sizes would be especially appreciated, as would dress shoes in good condition for both men and women.

If you have items to donate, please call or text Maggie at 847-814-2263, or just drop them off at 49 Marryat Road. There will be a box outside the garage door for this purpose. Many thanks, in advance, for your generosity!"

If you think you need more info on the program, you could add this, but only if necessary: "The Life Skills Reentry Program is a non-profit, social service program working with Illinois ex-offenders returning to the Chicago area, to provide support during the critical reentry process and to assist them in their search for employment."

Maggie

Margaret Haak
Director, Dept. of Human and Community Renewal

River Road becomes one-way when it snows

Although we have only seen a dusting of snow thus far, it is good to remember the change to River Road that goes into effect.

When it snows, traffic on River Road becomes one-way (down hill) from Stonegate Road to Trout Valley Road (at the bridge). With River Road being so narrow and the incline so steep, going uphill puts you and those driving down River Road in danger. Once the weather improves and the roads are cleared, the restriction is lifted.

Riding Club News

If you have any questions about the TV Riding Club or are interesting in joining "the herd" - please contact their new president:

Mike Murphy
(847)553-1614
Murphy20m13@gmail.com

Welcome New Residents!

Please give a warm, Trout Valley "welcome" to Denice and Peter Kennedy, who are the new homeowners of 289 Fox Harbor Road. They were enjoying breakfast at a local restaurant on Labor Day and saw the flyer for the Auction of a home and household goods, taking place that day. Not even considering buying a new home, they looked at the information online, arrived at the auction, looked things over, and ended up purchasing the home!

Denice, Peter and their daughter Tricia are currently in the process of moving from Fox River Grove. Denice grew up in Chicago and has been working in Human Resources for Walgreens in Deerfield for twenty four years.

Denice and Peter met through a scuba diving club and they have made dives in Hawaii, the Caribbean and South America. Her new passion is Tae Kwon Do and she holds a black belt.

Peter grew up in Crystal Lake and attended the University of Illinois to become a veterinarian. For the past 23 years he has owned the Northern Illinois Animal and Bird Hospital in Cary and he specializes in birds. Peter is a tennis player and a tri-athlete and has participated in Triathlons in Chicago, Wauconda and Lake in the Hills.

Tricia, age nine, is in fourth grade. She is also a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and enjoys science and math at school. She plays tennis and loves to swim and attend Wolves games with her dad. Tricia is a Chicago Blackhawks fan and her favorite players are Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews.

We are delighted you won the bidding at the auction and now have a new home in Trout Valley!

Meet More New "Neighbors"

The New "Krueger" Barn Cats

Last summer TV experienced a bumper crop of outdoor kittens. Our family took a few brothers and have raised them to be outdoor barn/field cats - specifically to reduce the field mice population in the upper riding pasture and riding paddocks, adjacent to our house and yard. We are already starting to see a large decline in the local rodent population and couldn't be happier! The cats are extremely friendly, and a few kind residents have taken them home thinking that they were lost. They wear break-away collars but seem to have figured out how to take them off every chance they get. If you see them patrolling around the barn, fields or Hawthorne Way, please don't worry. They have comfortable, heated indoor shelter, food and water at all times - and these cats are well-loved by our children! The cats always come home where they know they will get much love, attention and kitty treats.

Carrie Krueger

Deed Restriction of the Month

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.

11b. No recreational equipment such as boats and boat trailers, recreational vehicles, campers,

horse trailers and similar mobile recreational items may be stored, kept, placed or maintained on

any lot except during the period or season of active use as defined or determined by the Trout

Valley Association.

Thanks!

Tom Lentz

847-344-5382

tlentz1@att.net

Trout Valley Association News

Changes to the Association's Board

Due to ever-increasing professional obligations, Jeff Greenwald has resigned his Board position; his resignation was effective October 20. At the October 20 meeting, the Board appointed Tom Lentz to complete the term of this seat, which ends in September 2015. Tom will take on the Social, Deed Restrictions and Insurance committees. Thanks, Tom, for stepping up to serve on the Association Board!

Call the Sheriff

If you are aware of a problem in the community, it's often best to call the McHenry County Sheriff to ensure they have a record of the problem. If your home is burglarized, you witness vandalism, you see people loitering down by the river or at other locations within the Valley, please inform the Sheriff. Maintaining a connection with the Sheriff's office helps to ensure the security of our community. The Sheriff's non-emergency number is (815) 338-2144.

Laurie Almeraz

Village of Trout Valley Board News:

Important Documents

Village Board 2014 Year End Income Statement

Village Board 2014 Year End Balance Sheet

Ordinance Appropriations 2014-14-002 Pamphlet Form

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.

Fall and Winter Events in the Area

Things to do this week!

Craft Shows in Illinois

More Arts and Crafts Shows in Illinois

Christmas Around the World and Holiday Lights

Museum of Science and Industry

Website

Merry Cary Parade and Festival

Sunday, December 7, 12:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Parade starts at 1:00

West Main Street in Downtown Cary

Information and Application

TOYS FOR TOTS CHRISTMAS PARADE

WHEN: 1 p.m. Nov. 23

WHERE: Parade starts on Main Street and moves east on Green Street, north to Pearl, east to Riverside Drive, north to Broad Street, then west to Veterans Park

COST & INFO: Spectactors and motorcylists are encouraged to bring a new unwrapped toy (no stuffed animals) to benefit the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. Toys can be handed to a "toy-truck" in the parade or brought to a toy drop-off area in Veterans Park. Hundreds of motoryclists participate each year. Pre-parade party for motorcyclists starts at 9 a.m. at McHenry Harley-Davidson, 1903 W. Route 120. Ride departs at 12:40 p.m. from McHenry Harley-Davidson. All bikes welcome. No cost for ride. Just bring an unwrapped toy for local needy families. Information: 815-344-9300 or www.mchenryhd.com.

"ROCKIN' AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE"

WHEN: 12:30 p.m. Nov. 22

WHERE: Holiday Inn, 800 S. Route 31, Crystal Lake

COST & INFO: Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association Foundation's 19th annual holiday fashion show fundraiser, featuring a 12:30 p.m. lunch, 2 p.m. fashion show, silent and live auctions, jing-a-ling workshop, raffles and opportunities to win a fully-decorated tree and other items. Proceeds benefit NISRA day camp scholarships and local Special Olympics training and recreation programs. Tickets: $50 a person, or $60 for seats closer to the runway. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Tickets and information: 815-459-0737 or www.nisra.org.

"FOR THE LOVE OF WINE & SKI JUMPERS" OPEN HOUSE

WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 22

WHERE: Norge Ski Club, 100 Ski Hill Road, Fox River Grove

COST & INFO: A fundraiser hosted by the Norge Ski Training Center. Featuring wine, beer and bourbon tasting, light appetizers, desserts, wine, mystery dinner auction, raffle prizes, music and ski jumping demonstrations. Cash bar. Tickets: $30 a person (adults only), $35 at the door. Register by Nov. 17. Tickets and information: Kathy Glasder, 847-401-6048.

JOHN LUDY PULEO LIVE IN CONCERT

WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 22

WHERE: The Listening Room at Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake

COST & INFO: Jazz singer Puleo performs the standards of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Tony Bennett and infuses his own style. He is the featured vocalist for the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra Swing Band. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Tickets and information: 815-455-8000 or www.lakesidelegacy.org.

COMEDY NITE FUNDRAISER

WHEN: 8 p.m. Nov. 21

WHERE: McHenry Moose Lodge, 3535 N. Richmond Road, Johnsburg

COST & INFO: Featuring James Wesley Jackson & Company to benefit Thanksgiving with the sailors. There will be a $10 cover charge to be entered into the grand prize drawing. Attendees are asked to bring either a frozen turkey or a 24-pack of soda pop as a donation. Fish fry dinner available starting at 5 p.m. Information: 815-385-9770.

WOODSTOCK ROUNDUP RADIO PROGRAM

WHEN: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Nov. 23

WHERE: Starline Factory Building, 300 W. Front St., Harvard

COST & INFO: A live radio broadcast performed in front of a live audience. The Nov. 23 program will find the RoundUp Repertory Players preparing for Thanksgiving. Musical guests will be Chicago bluegrass band The Henhouse Prowlers. Food available. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. A $10 suggested donation is requested at the door. Information: www.facebook.com/woodstockroundup.

CROSSING BORDERS ART TOUR & SALE

WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 22-23 and Dec. 6-7

WHERE: Eleven galleries in northeastern Illinois and southeastern Wisconsin

COST & INFO: Watch artists demonstrate their crafts. Among the galleries featured: Julie's Coffee in Johnsburg, Ginger Blossom in Richmond and Richardson's Adventure Farm and Carriage House Gallery in Spring Grove. Visit www.crossingbordersarttour.weebly.com for gallery locations or get a map at the Antioch Fine Arts Gallery, 41380 Route 83, Antioch. Information: 847-838-2274.

"MACBETH"

WHEN: 7 p.m. Nov. 21-22; 1 p.m. Nov. 23

WHERE: Dundee-Crown High School, 1500 Kings Road, Carpentersville

COST & INFO: Two Pence Theatre Company's third annual "Fall Festival of Shakespeare: Chicago" at Dundee-Crown High School. The festival includes a residency with local high school students and culminates in the performance of "Macbeth." Tickets: $10 adults, $7 seniors and students, $5 children younger than age 10. District 300 students and teachers receive a discount. Tickets and information: www.twopencetheatre.org.

TELLEBRATION CELEBRATION

WHEN: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 22

WHERE: Prairieview Education Center, 2112 Behan Road, Crystal Lake

COST & INFO: Hosted by the McHenry County Storytelling Guild and McHenry County Conservation District. Listen to stories about nature, folklore and tall tales as part of a worldwide event in which storytelling enthusiasts host simultaneous events. Admission is a nonperishable food item to help stock McHenry County food pantries. Information: 815-479-5779 or www.mccdistrict.org.

A PLACE TO SHINE MUSIC SONGWRITER SHOWCASE

WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21

WHERE: Mixin Mingle, 124 Cass St., Woodstock
COST & INFO: An evening of music with local and regional songwriters who will share their music and the inspiration behind it. Admission: $7. Information: 847-507-1352 or www.aplacetoshinemusic.com.

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 each month through early spring. The next farmers' market will be Sunday, November 2nd and will be held at the Algonquin Township Offices at 3702 US Highway 14 (Building #6) in Crystal Lake from 9:00am to Noon. Click here to view the Farmers' Market flyer.

Santa's Workshop - Cary Park District

Board the train with your family and ride to Santa's Workshop where he will be waiting to hear your wish lists. A lunch buffet will be served with plenty of time afterward to visit with Santa. Then, board the train back to Cary. Don't forget your camera to capture the memory of this very special day with your family.

R/NR registration fee is $18/$27 per person and includes train tickets, meal, and a visit with Santa. Registration deadline is November 3.

Space is limited and these trips fill up fast! Please register today! Registration Form

Friday, December 12

Meet at the Cary Train Station at 11:25 am. The train will leave the station at 11:43 am. We will travel to Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen in Crystal Lake for lunch and the visit. We will return to the Cary Train Station at approximately 2:08 pm. Download a registration form or use Rapid Reg. Please use registration bar code 22293.

Saturday, December 13

Meet at the Cary Train Station at 10:50 am. The train will leave the station at 11:08 am. We will travel to Durty Nellie's in Palatine for lunch and the visit. We will return to the Cary Train Station at approximately 1:43 pm. Download a registration form or use Rapid Reg. Please use registration bar code 22294.

Make Santa's Workshop part of your holiday plans!

Planit 10: Things to do this weekend...

Trout Valley Website

I am seeking current information to post on the website. If you are in charge of a TV club or group, could you please send me your information for updating? Are there any new groups that are not listed on the website (listed under Activities tab)?

TV Website

If anyone sees other errors on the website - please let me know so that I can fix them.

All residents have access to the website by creating a log in.

Thanks, Vernie troutvalleynews@gmail.com

Trout Valley Website - Did You Know?

http://www.troutvalleycommunity.com/outside_home.asp

If this is your first visit, you can request a log in and I will get back to you the next time I am at a computer

You can add a family photo to the TV website

address book, if you like. I never noticed this option, so it may be part of a recent software upgrade.

Steps:

*Go to the website, click on the "Resources" tab and then choose "Address Book."

*Search for your name

*Click "Edit this person" at the bottom of the page

*Edit or add any information you would like, including the photo section

*Below the address section, there is a section called "Resident Photo 1"

*Click "Choose File" and upload a photo from your computer. If you are having trouble getting it to load, it may be because the photo is too large. You can re-size your picture using software on your computer, or by using a website like picmonkey.com to make your picture smaller.

*Save changes on the bottom of the page, before you exit.

Vernie Vadnais

More Information:

Future Neighborhood Directory

The 2015 Directory is going to print soon

If you wish to submit a correction, throughout the next year, for the 2016 Directory or you are 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.

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

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.

terryparrilli@ameritech.net 847-516-6414

Maintenance

If you have any new work requests for Bernie, please contact either Steve Gerard (grd55@aol.com- 847-791-6745) or Wally Zimmerman (zimmerw1@sbcglobal.net -847-682-8500) so we can prioritize this work appropriately.

Did you miss a previous issue of the

Trout Valley News
or a Trout Valley Blast?

Click on the Archive button at the bottom of the page. The Archive page is the best place to print the newsletter, if you need a paper copy.

Need to rent the barn or lodge?

Anyone who is interested in renting the Lodge, Barn or tables and chairs should visit the link below and complete the form. Laura will respond to the request within 24 hours to let you know if the space is available and send along the paperwork, instructions, etc. Please check the Events Calendar (link is below) for availability before submitting requests.

Click here to get started - Lodge and Barn Rental Request

Questions about rentals - please email Laura Whalen at

tvlodgebarnrental@gmail.com

Need the barn or lodge for a TV club or government event?

If you are reserving dates for a TV club or government event that does

not have to pay to rent the facilities, Vernie Vadnais can add you to the calendar and a form does not need to be submitted. Please check the Events Calendar

for availability before submitting your request.

Email Vernie at troutvalleynews@gmail.com.

Events Calendar

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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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