METRORAIL SILVER LINE
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Reston Station
The Silver Line provides rail transportation from Dulles International Airport to downtown Washington. The first phase of the Silver Line opened on July 26, 2014. Click here for more information on the Silver Line and the Wiehle-Reston East station.  DEVELOPMENT / FUTURE On the Rise
New projects and construction continue around Reston. Keep up with all the latest news by visiting the Development & Future of Reston section of RA's website.
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PAINTZEN
(painting services discount for RA members)
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HOLIDAY CLOSING
Reston Association offices, including the Nature House and Central Services Facility, will be closed Monday in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.
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 Video: Race Benefits Campers
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 Click on the image above to watch the latest Reston Today video. This week's video captures the action at the Reston Relay Triathlon last weekend. The annual event, sponsored by Reston Association and the YMCA Fairfax County-Reston, raises money for the Y and RA camp scholarship programs.
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 The Reston Association Board of Directors heard presentations and discussed several matters related to the new Lake House facility at its regular monthly meeting last week. Specifically, the board reviewed and/or acted on the following:
- Monthly financial report from the CEO on expenses and revenues.
- Cost-savings proposal to pay for renovation work overages.
- Independent review of Lake House budget development process.
- Member request for records regarding Lake House construction.
Click here to read more. See related call for candidates below.
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RULES AND SAFETY REMINDERS
Swimming in Lakes Prohibited
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With the Fourth of July holiday weekend here and outdoor activities on the rise, Reston Association would like to remind residents that  swimming in association lakes and ponds is prohibited and potentially dangerous. RA's four lakes are designed for storm-water management and are not maintained or monitored for swimming. There are no lifeguards. Parents are reminded to discuss the hazards of lake swimming with their children. Click here to learn more about RA's lakes. Planning to Visit the Pools?
Make your time at Reston Association's pools a pleasant and safe experience by following a few simple guidelines. To start, make sure you have a  valid pool pass. Guests are required to be accompanied by a pass-holder. Additionally, appropriate swimwear is required, including pool-specific diapers for non-toilet trained children. Diapers are available for sale at our Member Services desk. Food and drinks are permitted in designated areas, but alcohol and glass containers are prohibited. The hourly 10-minute break should be used for bathroom visits, staying hydrated and applying sunscreen (if using a spray please be mindful of others who may be nearby). Click here to view an updated pool schedule or contact Willa@reston.org for more information about RA aquatics.
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Proceeds to Benefit Community
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 Approximately $4,000 was raised last month during the 5% Day at Whole Foods in Reston. Five percent of sales was donated to Friends of Reston, Reston Association's 501c3 supporting organization. The organization funds community projects such as environmental education, habitat restoration, youth scholarships and Helping Homes.
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Trip to Old Town Alexandria
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Wednesday, July 6 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Bus pick-up times & locations: 9 a.m. - Hunters Woods Shopping Center (Ledo Pizza). 9:15 a.m. - Thoreau Place, 1951 Sagewood Lane. 9:30 a.m.- Lake Anne Plaza parking lot. $25 RA members$31 Non-members Join Reston Association for a trip to Old Town Alexandria where we will tour the Torpedo Factory Art Center and window shop near the water. Participants will be on their own to enjoy one of the many restaurants in town. Registration is required. Click here for registration form. Contact Ashleigh@reston.org or 703-435-6577 for details.
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Butterfly Class and Count
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Butterfly ClassThursday, July 7: 7-8:30 p.m. $5/person or free for count participants Butterfly CountSaturday, July 9: 9:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Free. Class and count will meet at the Walker Nature Center, 11450 Glade Drive Adults. Learn the basic identification and life cycles of our local butterflies at the Butterfly Class. Then join staff and volunteers for the annual Butterfly Count through Reston's natural areas. Meet fellow butterfly lovers, learn tips on identification and have fun while helping to collect important information on our fluttering friends. Reservations required by July 5. Email naturecenter@reston.org or call 703-476-9689.
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Beautiful Butterflies
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Monday, July 11 or Tuesday, July 12 10-11 a.m. Pony Barn Pavilion - At the corner of Steeplechase Drive and Triplecrown Road. $7/child RA members, $9/child non-members. 18 months to 35 months. Reservation required by July 7. Email naturecenter@reston.org or call 703-476-9689 Butterflies flutter on multicolored wings. Some love sunny meadows. Others prefer dappled forests. Discover these creatures' amazing ability to change from caterpillars to beautiful butterflies. Make a butterfly craft, sing songs, and play a butterfly game. A summer snack will be provided.
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Fabulous Fireflies
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Friday, July 15 7:30-9 p.m. Brown's Chapel, 1575 Brown's Chapel Road. $6/person RA members, $8/person non-members All ages. Reservation required by July 11. Email naturecenter@reston.org or call 703-476-9689 Fireflies, also known as lightning bugs, are fascinating fluorescing insects. Discover what makes them glow and why they blink their lights on and off. Find out what they eat, how they grow and where they live. Learn how to attract them to your yard. Play a firefly game and take home a fun craft.
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CALL FOR CANDIDATES
Review of Tetra Buy, Renovation
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 Reston Association is seeking RA member volunteers to assist the Board Governance Committee in its selection of a firm to review the budgetary, administrative and governance aspects of RA's purchase, planned use, and renovation of the Lake House property (formerly known as Tetra), including the recent capital cost overruns associated with renovation of the facility. Candidates with professional experience in accounting, auditing, law, construction project management, governance, and internal controls are encouraged to apply. Applicants should submit a r�sum� and brief letter of interest to stadele@reston.org no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, July 15. Candidates will be interviewed on Monday evening, July 18. For more information, call 703-435-6570. If selected, volunteers will meet with the RA Board Governance Committee in July and August to review responses to RA's request for proposals and provide recommendations to the Board of Directors on firms in August.
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