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100th Issue of the Trout Valley News!
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Trout Valley Directories are Ready!
After much hard work, the 2015 Trout Valley Directories will be mailed out to residents today!
Thank you,
The 2015 Trout Valley Directory Committee
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Straight from the Horse's Mouth
"Meet Your Neigggggghbor"Horse: Adele Krueger
Owner: Emma Krueger Breed: American Pinto Age: 15 Best Friend at the Barn: Scooter! Favorite Activity: Eating, anything and everything. Fun Facts: Adele used to be a show horse and she is super fast! She also is beautifully unique because she has one blue eye and one brown eye. You might see Emma riding her around Trout Valley and Adele always trots up on our lawn looking for treats - she would come right in the front door of our house if we let her!
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Dialing 2-1-1
McHenry County residents now can dial 2-1-1 for human service needs, health resources and other support thanks to funding from the United Way of Greater McHenry County, the McHenry County Community Foundation and ongoing support from our volunteer team members (see attached NW Herald article).
2-1-1 is a 24/7 non-emergency number that connects callers with basic human needs such as food, shelter, rent and utility assistance. It also provides information on Medicare and Medicaid, medical information and other physical and mental health resources. The service is also available for job support and for people with disabilities.
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Kudos for Kids!
Lauryn Henderson has auditioned and got the part of "Little Inez" from the Musical "Hairspray". She is cast with many talented artists from the Chicago area and will be performing at Cutting Hall Theater in Palatine. The show runs from 2/21/15 - 3/8/15, and is sponsored by MUSIC ON STAGE PRODUCTIONS. Tickets are available online and at the door. Senior & student prices available as well as groups of 10 or more. Please use the code "HENDERSON" if purchasing on line, or mentioned the name "HENDERSON" at the box office. Hope to see you out....as our WINTER keeps us local........ at times.
Carly Vadnais is playing the roll of "Tess" in the musical "Crazy for You" (featuring Gershwin music) from 2/21/15 - 3/1/15 at Elgin Community College Arts Center. If you like tap dancing - this is the show for you.
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Looking for the minutes of recent board meetings?
They are posted to the Trout Valley Website, after they are appoved:
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Maintenance Phone Numbers
We have had some issues recently with Bernie's cell phone. All is now good again. Bernie's cell phone is 224-401-3128 and Tony is now at 224-610-9995. Those are both Trout Valley phones.
Wally Zimmerman
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Deed Restriction of the Month
ASSESSMENT DUE DATES AND COLLECTION TERMS
Paragraph 34. From and after the date hereof, all semi-annual dues and assessments assessed against all lots in Trout Valley Division A through Division K, both inclusive, shall be payable in advance on March 1 and September 1 of each year. Any person, corporation, trustee, beneficiary of any trustee, mortgagee, or purchaser dealing with any of the lots in Trout Valley, Division A through K, both inclusive, should determine that all the dues and assessments are current and paid in full and obtain a letter from the Treasurer of Trout Valley Association stating that all dues and assessments are current and paid in full.
The amount of any delinquent and unpaid dues and assessments, interest costs, and fees incurred in collection shall become a lien or charge against each lot involved when payable as provided for in Document No. 294891 and may be foreclosed by any action brought in the name of Trout Valley Association as in the case of foreclosure of liens against real estate. Said lien shall take effect and be in force when due and payable; provided however, that the lien on any lot of any mortgage or other encumbrance shall have a priority over the unpaid dues and assessments, except as to unpaid dues
assessments, charges, interest and costs which are due and payable to, the creation of said mortgage or encumbrance.
Subsequent to the date hereof, any grantee of any lot owner, any grantee in any judicial deed or judicial conveyance, any mortgagee or any purchaser under contract or Articles of Agreement for Warranty Deed, by acceptance of such deed of conveyance, contracts or Articles of Agreement for Warranty Deed, accepts same subject to any and 0 restrictions, conditions, covenants, rights, and powers created or reserved by the Declaration and Conditions recorded as Document #294891, as amended, and by this Amendment to the Declaration of Restrictions and Conditions as herein set
forth and all rights, restrictions, conditions, covenants hereby granted, created, reserved, or declared in all impositions and obligations hereby imposed shall be deemed and taken to be covenants running with the land and shall bind any person having at any time any interest or estate in any lot in Trout Valley, Division A through K, both inclusive, and shall inure to the benefit of such owner and, in such manner as though the
provisions of said Deed Restrictions and Conditions, as amended, and the provisions herein were recited and stipulated at length in each and every deed of conveyance.
If any owner of any lot, whether he be a person, corporation, trustee or otherwise, is in default of the annual dues and/or assessments, Trout Valley Association may bring suit to enforce collection thereof or to foreclose the lien thereof as herein provided
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Upcoming Village of Trout Valley Board Meeting
February 9th, 2015 7:00 p.m. at the Lodge
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Help Needed!
One of the truly unique things about living in this neighborhood, is the devotion of our many volunteers. These wonderful people help our Association Board and our Village Board run. They make parties happen, they get us to run 3 miles on Thanksgiving morning, and they help us light our streets on Christmas Eve with luminaria. Countless committees and clubs work efficiently, because of these volunteers. Please consider becoming a volunteer in 2015. It will bring you closer to your neighbors and give you a wonderful sense of accomplishment when a job is well done.
Current Needs:
The Social Committee Wants You!
The Social team is always looking for fresh ideas and new team members to keep the Valley fun! If you are interested in either helping to chair an event or just lend a helping hand, please reach out to Tom Lentz at tlentz1@att.net.
Many hands make light work!
Thanks!
The Social Committee
The 2016 TV Directory Committee Wants You!
Now that the 2015 directory has gone to print, we are looking ahead to the next year. Angela Nordgren has been helping with directories for several years, handling the computer end. She has everything saved and parsed out, as simply as possible, in terms of Excel data, Word docs and PDFs. She is moving on to other projects, so we would like to thank her for all of her work with the current and past TV directories!
We have a new committee for the TV Directory 2015. If you would like to help the committee with the computer part, or you would like to help with the other projects related to creating the directory, please contact Patty Maune at txangels66@gmail.com.
Thanks you,
The TV Directory Committee
Speaking from personal experience, I can say that being involved; in clubs, committees, and writing this newsletter, has brought some of the most wonderful people into my path and forged lifelong friendships with my TV neighbors.
Vernie Vadnais
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River Road becomes one-way when it snows
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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Trout Valley Association News
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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 Fall and Winter Events in the Area
Senior Citizen Pancake Breakfast
February 27
The Cary Police Department, the Cary-Grove Neighborhood Life Organization and the Cary Flour Shoppe Bakery will be hosting a Senior Citizen Pancake Breakfast. The event will be on Friday, February 27, from 10:00 - 11:30am and will be held at the Cary Park District Community Center, 255 Briargate Road. Come enjoy pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee, with the Cary Police Officers cooking for you. Register for this free event by calling (847) 639-8118 or for more information or questions please contact Officer Eiring at (847) 474-8030.
GROUNDHOG DAYS
WHEN: Jan. 29 through Feb. 2
WHERE: Various locations in Woodstock
COST & INFO: Annual festival in celebration of the 1992 filming of "Groundhog Day" in Woodstock. All events are free unless otherwise indicated. Schedule of events: 6 p.m. Jan. 29, "Awakening of the Groundhog" at the Woodstock Opera House; 6 p.m. to midnight Jan. 30, Groundhog Day Dinner Dance at the Moose Lodge (tickets $15); 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 31, Groundhog Bowling at Wayne's Lanes ($15); 10 a.m. Jan. 31, "Groundhog Day" movie at Woodstock Theater; 10 a.m. Jan. 31, Jim May's Groundhog Tales at Home State Bank; noon to 1:15 p.m. Jan. 31, Chili Cook-off at Woodstock Opera House; 1 p.m. Jan. 31, Woodstock Rotary Bags Tourney at Ortmann's Red Iron Tavern ($30 advance, $40 day of); 1:30 p.m. Jan. 31, Walking Tour of Filming Sites; Feb. 1, Family Fun Day; 10 a.m. Feb. 1, "Groundhog Day" movie at Woodstock Theater; 12:30 p.m. Feb. 1, Walking Tour of Filming Sites; 7:07 a.m. Feb. 2, Groundhog Day Prognostication followed by a Groundhog Day Breakfast at the Moose Lodge ($15); 6:30 p.m. Feb. 2, Groundhog Day Storytime at Woodstock Library. Information: 815-334-2620 or www.woodstockgroundhog.org.
"GOT'CHA COVERED!"
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 30
WHERE: The Listening Room at Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake
COST & INFO: "Got'cha Covered!" is a live band karaoke experience. Instead of singing along to a static CD track, get the full-blown rock star experience of having the band play for you while you croon away. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Tickets and information: 815-455-8000 or www.lakesidelegacy.org.
CLASSICAL BLAST
WHEN: 8 p.m. Jan. 30
WHERE: McHenry Moose Lodge No. 691, 3535 N. Richmond Road, Johnsburg
COST & INFO: A unique band dedicated to bringing the classical arts to mainstream rock and pop music. Presented by the Polish Legion of American Veterans and the Moose Lodge. Tickets: $10 at the door. Information: 815-385-9770.
CRYSTAL LAKE LIONS CLUB WINTER STEAK FRY
WHEN: 6 p.m. Jan. 31
WHERE: D'Andrea Banquets and Conference Center, 4419 Route 14, Crystal Lake
COST & INFO: A 16th annual fundraiser to benefit the club's eye glass program. The club will supply 16-ounce steaks, and attendees will grill their own. Dinner from 6 to 9 p.m. includes salad, baked potato, bread and butter. Disc jockey from 9 p.m. to midnight with dancing. Raffles all night. Cash prize of $500. Cost: $35 a person includes draft beer (must be age 21 or older). Tickets and information: Randy Funk, 815-455-8385 or rffunkyone@aol.com.
"FROG'S MAGIC T'WANGER"
WHEN: Jan. 30 through Feb. 7
WHERE: Woodstock High School Black Box Theatre, 501 W. South St., Woodstock
COST & INFO: A family-oriented show presented by Woodstock High School Theatre. When a grandmother sits down to read a bedtime story to her granddaughter, she would have never imagined the story she told would go so awry. Schedule: 7 p.m. Jan. 30; 2 p.m. Jan. 31; 7 p.m. Feb. 6; 2 & 7 p.m. Feb. 7. Tickets: $10 adults, $5 seniors and students. Information: 815-206-4309 or www.whs.woodstockschools.org.
ADULT LINE DANCING PARTY
WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m. Jan. 31
WHERE: Main Beach Pavilion, 300 Lake Shore Drive, Crystal Lake
COST & INFO: Hosted by the Crystal Lake Park District. Learn the basic line dance steps from 7:15 to 8 p.m. After instruction, attendees have the chance to dance to traditional and nontraditional country music. Refreshments. Cost: $17 singles, $22 couples. Registration and information: 815-459-0680, ext. 1219, or www.crystallakeparks.org.
CRE8 ART SHOW
WHEN: Jan. 12-30
WHERE: Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake
COST & INFO: The walls of Lakeside Legacy Arts Park will feature the work of Community High School District 155 students from Crystal Lake Central, Crystal Lake South, Cary-Grove and Prairie Ridge. Viewing hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. There will be a 5 to 8 p.m. Jan. 30 closing reception with live music provided by students from Cary-Grove High School. Information: 815-455-8000 or www.lakesidelegacy.org.
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.
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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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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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