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Ice Skating
The basketball courts by the river are now set up as a skating rink.
Come check it out!
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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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There is an error in the new TV directory listing of the 2015 TV Board meetings and the TVA B0ard Meetings. Here are the corrected lists, if you would like to update these in your new directory.
These dates are always available in the right column of this newsletter.
Village of Trout Valley:
The Village of Trout Valley meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. in the Lodge. Any resident of the Village is welcome to attend.
2015 Village of Trout Valley Board Meeting Dates:
February 9th
April 13th
June 8th
August 10th
September 14th (budget)
October 12th
December 7th
[The 2nd Monday of every other month & the first Monday in December.]
Please contact Tonia Gonzalez, Village Clerk at (847) 650-7141 or tvclerk@yahoo.com if you should have any questions about the Village of Trout Valley Meetings.
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Trout Valley Association Board Meetings
The Trout Valley
Association meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. in the Lodge. Any resident of the Village is welcome to attend.
Here are the corrected dates:
February 16
March 16
April 20
May 18
June 15
July 20
August 17
September 21
October 19
November 16
December 21
Any questions about the Trout Valley Association meetings, please contact Laura Mokry at dlmokry@gmail.com
Dates are subject to change. Any changes will be posted in the Trout Valley Newsletter.
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Trout Valley Association Board
Upcoming Meeting
February 16, 2015
7:00 p.m. at the lodge
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Trout Valley Website Updates
Check out some of the updated website categories:
These are also listed in the Trout Valley directory.
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Leona Farms Questers News
The Questers have been very fortunate to have talented Trout Valley residents speak at our recent meetings. Thank you to Roger and Linda Stelle, who did a presentation on the
"70th Anniversary of the Invasion of Normandy," and thank you to Bob and Sue Harper, who spoke on "Collecting of Antiques."
Questers, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the study, conservation, and preservation of historical objects for the benefit of today and tomorrow. Members seek to identify preservation and restoration of existing landmarks, as well to educate through the research and study of antiques.
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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" 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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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
Cary Grove Area Business Scholarship Pageant
2015 Miss Cary-Grove Pageant
Saturday, May 16 at
Prairie Ridge High School from 7:00-10:00 p.m.
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.
WOODSTOCK OPERA HOUSE TRIBUTE SERIES
WHEN: 7 p.m. Feb. 6 for "A Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival"; 7 p.m. Feb. 7 & 2 p.m. Feb. 8 for "A Tribute to James Taylor"
WHERE: Woodstock Opera House, 121 W. Van Buren St.
COST & INFO: Hosted by One Zero Charlie, the series features Rich Perez and Creedence Revived with every Creedence hit and Neil Donnell of Toronto as James Taylor, providing rare insights into Taylor's storied life and career. The performers are two of the nation's premiere tribute acts. Tickets: $38 standard, $45 premium seating. Tickets and information: 815-338-5300 or www.woodstockoperahouse.com.
"MARRIED ALIVE!"
WHEN: Feb. 6-15
WHERE: Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake
COST & INFO: A musical comedy written by Sean Grennan and Leah Okomoto and presented by Williams Street Repertory. The play peers into the lives of two married couples, one newly wed and the other married a long time, and the trials and tribulations of the social institution of marriage. Schedule: 8 p.m. Feb. 6-7, 13-14; 3 p.m. Feb. 8, 15. Tickets start at $32.50. Tickets and information: 815-356-9212 or www.rauecenter.org.
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FIRST FRIDAY ART SHOW
WHEN: 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 6
WHERE: Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake
COST & INFO: The Dole Gallery will feature the "Marvelous Living Things - A Reality" exhibit by Connie Sonnenberg and "Marvelous Living Things - A Fantasy" by Kendall Wallor. In the Sage Gallery will be "Feeding Time" by Mary Telfer, with a 7:30 p.m. artist talk. Free admission. Donations appreciated. Information: 815-455-8000 or www.lakesidelegacy.org.
"THAT'S AMORE" VALENTINE CONCERT
WHEN: 3 p.m. Feb. 8
WHERE: McHenry County College Luecht Conference Center, 8900 Route 14, Crystal Lake
COST & INFO: The Second Sunday Concert Series event will feature vocalist Maureen Christine and woodwind player Michael Bazan (above). Bazan also will perform on saxaphone, flute and clarinet. Accordion player Don Stille will complete the trio. "That's Amore" will include American standards and popular favorites that span from the 1940s through the 1980s. Free. Information: 815-479-7814 or www.mchenry.edu/artevents.
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON CONCERT SERIES FEATURING ANTHONY KAWALKOWSKI & BILL CROWE
WHEN: 1:30 p.m. Feb. 11
WHERE: The Listening Room at Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake
COST & INFO: Violin virtuoso Anthony Kawalkowski will perform the great classics of violin and piano, including Broadway songs, with Bill Crowe. Tickets: $15. Tickets and information: 815-455-8000 or www.lakesidelegacy.org.
CHILI OPEN GOLF CLASSIC
WHEN: 8 a.m. Feb. 7
WHERE: Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Drive, Crystal Lake
COST & INFO: A winter tradition featuring players of all skill levels. Four-person teams compete for the chance to win prizes. Up for grabs are golf bags, golf clubs, golf apparel and gift cards. By decorating a sled and entering the Chili Open "Best Sled" contest, attendees increase their chances to win more prizes. In the event of poor lake conditions, the event will be postponed until Feb. 14. Spectators welcome. Information: 815-459-0680, ext 1213, or www.crystallakeparks.org.
JAZZ ON THE SQUARE JAM SESSION
WHEN: 8 to 11 p.m. Feb. 6
WHERE: Stage Left Café, 125 W. Van Buren St., Woodstock
COST & INFO: Experienced and beginner musicians and vocalists are welcome to participate in an evening of music, creativity, friends and fun. The nonprofit Jazz on the Square's mission is to provide live jazz performances and education throughout northern Illinois. Donation: $5. Information: www.jazzonthesquare.com.
"LOVE IS IN THE AIR" VENDOR & CRAFT SHOW
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 7
WHERE: Building D at the McHenry County Fairgrounds, 11900 Country Club Road, Woodstock
COST & INFO: Featuring a variety of about 40 vendors. Presented by HM Events. Information: hmevents1@gmail.com.
ANTIQUA BAROQUE CONSORT
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 7
WHERE: The Listening Room at Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake
COST & INFO: The group, comprised of the faculty of Northern Illinois University, will perform the music of Bach and more. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Tickets and information: 815-455-8000 or www.lakesidelegacy.org.
"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.
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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