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Note from the Editor:
I published the newsletter a little early, as I am unavailable Friday. If anything urgent arises after the today (and before next Friday), please submit to Bob Baker at troutvalleyblasts@gmail.com for a possible blast.
Thanks,
Vernie
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Upcoming Meeting
TV Association Board
December 15, 2014 at 7 p.m. at the lodge
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Leona Farms Questers
Celebrated the holidays in our lovely lodge..
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It's that time of year once more when we give a big "THANK YOU" to those who have helped us all year. Bernie and Tony (our maintenance crew) have done a fabulous job of keeping the Valley looking great and keeping the roads as free of ice and snow as they can. If you'd like to give them some Christmas cheer, you can either leave them a check in an envelope at the maintenance shed or drop it off at my home at 258 Stonegate Rd, and I'll make sure they get passed along. Just address the envelope to Bernie. If the shed is locked, drop it in the mailbox. Many thanks - and Merry Christmas to all!
(The shed mailbox as the brown mailbox next to the shed door.)
Thanks for remembering our wonderful maintenance staff this holiday season!
Wally Zimmerman
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Annual Children's Holiday Party
December 13, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.
*corrected time
Trout Valley Barn
Please join us for all the fun!
Please bring a DISH TO PASS, we will have coffee, water, juice, and cash Mimosa bar.
Cost for the party $10 without children, and $20 for families with children.
CARY GROVE SWING CHOIR will be performing again for us at 10:00 a.m. (corrected time) We look forward to what they have in store for us this year!!
SANTA will be arriving shortly after the show ends with lots of Jingle and cheer!! (gifts should have been dropped off to Tonia Gonzalez by Dec 10th)
If anyone has questions regarding the party, please call Karlene at 847-274-4532.
We look forward to seeing old friends and new for this long loved family tradition, as well as an amazing day filled with lots of Holiday Cheer!! Cheers, YOUR SOCIAL COMMITTEE
Also:
A Trout Valley Holiday Tradition
There is a long standing tradition of lighting luminaria along our streets on the night of December 24th. We will be continuing this tradition this year. Luminaria are sold at the barn during and following the annual Holiday Children's Party, Saturday December 13 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.,
Happening at the Holiday Children's Party: Luminaria Sale , Bake Sale, Note Cards, Cook Books & 2015 Trout Valley Calendar Sale. This year's calendar is extraordinary, featuring color photos of the valley throughout the year.
Where to purchase the luminiaria sets, at the barn: Saturday, December 13, 2014 9:30 AM - 1 PM
Luminaria Sand
Bernie has deposited a pile of sand, for Luminaria bags, behind the barn along the barn access road. Please help yourselves.
Need help on Christmas Eve, setting up those candles? We have Trout Valley kids for hire to set up luminaria, if you would like that service.
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Kudos for Kids
The 2014 Joffrey Nutcracker in Chicago is featuring one of our
own neighborhood kids, Madison Greenwald, as a soldier:
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"Straight from the Horse's Mouth"
A new surveillance system has been installed at the barn to help protect the horses of the Trout Valley Riding Club. The surveillance system will be monitored and the club will take actions to prosecute offenders of the Illinois Equine Liability Act. Do not enter the barn unless accompanied by a TVRC member. Please tell your children that the barn is a home for the horses, not a playground for unsolicited recreation. There should be absolutely NO smoking in or near the barn. Thank you! ~ TVRC Members
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Welcome New Residents!
Another lovely family has recently moved into Trout Valley. Please give a warm "welcome" to Jennifer and Chris Kabat and their daughters Emily and Jessica. The Kabat family moved into their new home at 66 Bluff Road from unincorporated McHenry County, where they lived on the Fox River. Prior to that, they lived nearby in the Cold Springs Subdivision and always loved Trout Valley.
Jennifer was born in Buffalo Grove and worked for Allstate Insurance in Human Resources for fourteen years. She is now a stay-at-home mom and enjoys reading and volunteering at Sts. Peter and Paul School. She loves to travel to warm places with her family and the Caribbean is a favorite destination.
Chris was born in Rogers Park. He studied at the University of Illinois and Roosevelt University and started an IT consulting firm, MPS Partners, located in the Willis Tower in the Loop.
Chris enjoys boating, snow skiing, skydiving, and is a huge Chicago Bears fan. He also enjoys the Cubs, Bulls, and Blackhawks.
Their daughter Emily is ten and in fifth grade at Sts. Peter and Paul School. She loves art, is a Jr. Trojan cheerleader, and performs as a "flyer" during cheer routines. She loves puppies (especially miniature dachshunds), skiing and being on the computer. She can't wait to go to the Trout Valley pool next summer and already knows friends here.
Jessica is nine and in third grade at Sts. Peter and Paul School. She loves music and is learning to play the guitar. Jessica also loves to sing and her favorite performer is Taylor Swift. She participates in indoor /outdoor soccer and enjoys playing with big sister Emily. Cheetahs are her favorite animal and she collects a menagerie of them.
The Kabat family loves the woods, privacy, and beautiful winding roads in Trout Valley. Be sure to meet them if you are attending the Children's Christmas Party at the barn. We are so happy you've chosen to raise your family in Trout Valley!
Terry Parrilli
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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
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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.
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Deed Restriction of the Month
As the years go by and severe weather and storms take a toll on our landscaping, it is worthy to review the landscaping requirements that give Trout Valley a continuity of native, indigenous shrubs and trees. The original landscape planners for Trout Valley took into consideration the welcomed flowering fruit trees of spring, the shade trees of summer, the gorgeous fall foliage and the evergreens to contrast the gray and snowy days of winter. Please look at your trees and shrubs this winter and assess whether you need to replace or add plantings next spring when a reminder will be in the newsletter again. In the Trout Valley Deed Restrictions, under the category "YARD LIGHT, MEMBERSHIP, LANDSCAPING, MOWING AND DISEASED TREE REMOVAL" it states, 21. That as to (Trout Valley): (E) Within six months after completion of a residence on any lot in Trout Valley, each owner shall plant the following as minimum landscaping: 15 dwarf and/or low growing evergreens for foundation planting or landscaping accents such as Mugho Pine, Juniper Pine and Taxus (yew), five tall growing evergreens to be used as windbreaks, screens, landscaping accents and/or specimens and not as foundation planting, such as Scotch Pine, Austrian Pine, Douglas Fir and Colorado Spruce and one flowering Asiatic Crab tree (Malus) such as Hopa Bechtel and Ele)i. If there are no shade trees on said lot, each owner shall also plant 5 deciduous trees such as Maples, Lindens, Willow, Oak and Chinese Elm.
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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
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Village of Trout Valley Board News:
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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 Fall and Winter Events in the Area
More Arts and Crafts Shows in Illinois
"THE NUTCRACKER BALLET"
WHEN: Dec. 13-21
WHERE: Woodstock Opera House, 121 W. Van Buren St., Woodstock
COST & INFO: Presented by the Judith Svalander Dance Theatre. Tchaikovsky's world-renowned music is brought to life through the talent and grace of the ballet company. Schedule: 2 & 7 p.m. Dec. 13; 2 & 6 p.m. Dec. 14; 8 p.m. Dec. 19; 2 & 8 p.m. Dec. 20; 2 p.m. Dec. 21. Tickets: $23 adults, $16 students. Tickets and information: 815-338-5300 or www.woodstockoperahouse.com.
HOLIDAY FAIRE "HOMEMADE FOR THE HOLIDAYS"
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 14
WHERE: McHenry County Fairgrounds, 11900 Country Club Road, Woodstock
COST & INFO: Hosted by the McHenry County Fair Association, the event features 30 craft booths, demonstrations, children's crafts, performances by the madrigals, storytelling hayride, meet and greet with Santa and more. Admission: $2 a person or one nonperishable food item for local food pantries. Information: 815-338-5315 or www.mchenrycountyfair.com.
ELVIS & MARILYN MONROE TRIBUTE ARTIST SHOW
WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 12
WHERE: McHenry Moose Lodge 691, 3535 N. Richmond Road, Johnsburg
COST & INFO: The Polish Legion of American Vets and McHenry Moose Lodge will host tribute artists Ronnie B. Elvis and Angela Marie Monroe in a Christmas show. Enjoy the king of rock & roll and the queen of the Silver Screen Era. Tickets: $10 donation. Dinner available 5 to 8 p.m. Information: 815-385-9770.
"ARTHUR CHRISTMAS"
WHEN: 10 a.m. Dec. 13
WHERE: Woodstock Theatre, 209 Main St., Woodstock
COST & INFO: Santa will make an appearance before the movie. Admission: $1 a person. Information: 815-338-8555 or www.classiccinemas.com.
WINTER POPS CONCERT
WHEN: 4 p.m. Dec. 14
WHERE: Holiday Inn, 800 S. Route 31, Crystal Lake
COST & INFO: Presented by the Crystal Lake Community Band. Tickets: $12 adults, $10 seniors, students and the military, $7 groups of 10 or more. Tickets and information: 815-679-2263 or www.clcb.org.
WOODSTOCK ROUNDUP RADIO PROGRAM
WHEN: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Dec. 14
WHERE: Starline Factory Building, 300 W. Front St., Harvard
COST & INFO: The group's first Christmas show will feature favorite holiday songs performed by a number of McHenry County's finest performers, including Small Potatoes, Tricia Alexander, Dan Zahn and Kate Moretti, Cassandra Vohs-Demann, Patti Ecker, Big Fish, Andy Andrick, Guyz with Bad Eyes and more. The centerpiece of the show will be a very special appearance by acclaimed storyteller Jim May, featuring his story "Christmas in the Barn." A suggested donation of $10. Food and beverages available. Doors open 4:30 p.m. Information: 847-639-9321 or www.harvardcommunityradio.com or www.facebook.com/woodstockroundup.
VOICES IN HARMONY "SING-ALONG MESSIAH"
WHEN: 4 p.m. Dec. 14
WHERE: Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake
COST & INFO: Take part in this performance of Handel's masterpiece along with the Voices in Harmony choir, the McHenry County College Choir and soloists, accompanied by a 25-piece orchestra. The event will include projections of calligraphy by Timothy Botts. Handel's "Messiah" is often regarded as one of the most inspiring of his masterworks. Tickets: $15, $18. Tickets and information: 815-356-9212 or www.rauecenter.org
"DOLLY PARTON" TRIBUTE
WHEN: 7 p.m. Dec. 15
WHERE: Drendel Ballroom in Sun City, 12880 Del Webb Blvd., Huntley.
COST & INFO: Featuring Karen Donaldson. Tickets: $17 residents, $22 public ($5 additional day of event). Cash bar. Tickets and information: 847-515-7650, www.sccah.com or visit the Fountain View Lodge.
COMEDY SHOW
WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 12
WHERE: Cool Music Stop Bar & Grill, 10 N. Ayer St., Harvard
COST & INFO: The bar hosts a comedy night with comedians who've performed at Zanies Comedy Club, The World Famous Laugh Factory and Improv Comedy Club. Admission is a $10 a person cover charge. Information: 815-943-6233.
HOLIDAY FAMILY FUN NIGHT
WHEN: 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 13
WHERE: Just For Fun Roller Rink, 914 Front St., McHenry
COST & INFO: The rink will be distributing coats and food for those in need. There will be raffles, games, treats and Santa. The rink will accept donations of winter coats, hats, gloves, scarves and nonperishable food during any open skating session until the date of and during the event. Information: 815-363-4386 or www.justforfunrollerrink.com.
Recycling
The Village of Cary has partnered with Elgin Recycling to implement a Holiday Lights Recycling Program. Collection bins have been placed at Village Hall, Cary Fire Stations #1 & #2 and the Senior Center.
Holiday lights that WILL BE ACCEPTED include:
Mini lights
C7 lights
C9 lights
Rope lights
LED lights
Extension cords
Please remove any garland, live greens and wreaths from the lights as these items will NOT be accepted. For more information, please contact Village Hall at (847) 639-0003 or at villagehall@caryillinois.com.
SUN CITY HUNTLEY MODEL RAILROAD CLUB HOLIDAY DISPLAY
WHEN: Through Dec. 28
WHERE: Prairie Lodge, 12880 Del Webb Blvd., Huntley
COST & INFO: The club will be running model trains during the holiday season for public viewing. Three model train sets will be raffled Dec. 23. Weekday running times will be 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and weekend running times will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Prairie Lodge will be closed Thanksgiving, open 10 a.m. to noon Christmas Eve and closed Christmas Day. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. Information: 847-669-2392 or www.sccah.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.
Planit 10: Things to do this weekend...
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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)?
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.
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Trout Valley Website - Did You Know?
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
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
Questions about rentals - please email Laura Whalen at
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.
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Send newsletter submissions
to Vernie Vadnais at
Submissions are due by Wednesday for the upcoming newsletter. We welcome your assistance in getting out the Valley's news! See the option in the footer below to update your email address.
Send blast submissions
to Bob Baker at
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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:
Note from the Editor
TVA Board Meeting
Questers Party
Children's Holiday Party
Luminaria Sale, Bake Sale, Cookbook, and TV Calendar Sale
Straight From the Horse's Mouth
New Neighbors
Clothing Donations Needed
River Road During Snow
Deed Restriction of the Month
Trout Valley Association News
Village of Trout Valley Board News
Fall and Winter Events
More Information:
Welcome Lady
Lodge/barn rental
TV Directory Form
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Upcoming Public
Meetings:
2014 Schedule
December 15
2015 Schedule
Coming soon
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Village of Trout Valley Board Meeting Dates
2015 Schedule
February 9th
October 12th
December 7th
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