RA News
Sept. 30, 2016
Reston Association's Weekly Newsletter


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METRORAIL SILVER LINE
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 the Reston Association website.

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vidVideo: Reston Station 

Take a tour of the world-class architecture being constructed at Reston Station in this week's edition of Reston Today. Click on the image above to watch the video on YouTube.
tetraTetra Review Company Chosen
The Reston Association Board of Directors voted last week to move forward on a recommendation to hire a local company to independently review the process used by RA to purchase and renovate The Lake House (formerly the Tetra property) last year. The approval is pending contract negotiations between RA counsel and Mediaworld Ventures LLC. Read more.
ceoReportCEO Report: Strategic Goals
The current CEO Report provides an update on capital project planning and other strategic goals for Reston Association. Click here to download the report.
UPCOMING EVENTS
paintingPainting With Nature
Thursday, Oct. 6
10-11 a.m. or 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Walker Nature Center, 11450 Glade Drive.
$6/child RA members, $8/child non-members.
Ages 3-5 (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Reservations required by Oct. 3. Email naturecenter@reston.org or call 703-476-9689.
 
Use natural paintbrushes to explore texture, pattern and color. Enjoy great results and a new understanding of the world around us.
paperPaper Making
Monday, Oct. 10
1-2:30 p.m.
Walker Nature Center, 11450 Glade Drive.
$6/child RA members, $8/child non-members.
Ages 5-12 (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Reservations required by Oct. 6. Email naturecenter@reston.org or call 703-476-9689.
 
Since ancient Egyptian times, people have been making paper for both artistic and practical purposes. Discover how to make your own recycled paper and learn how to use it in future craft projects. This is a perfect way to enjoy your day off from school.
halloweenHalloween House &
Trick-or-Treat Trail

You're invited to the best family friendly Halloween event this side of Transylvania. Rain or shine.
Walker Nature Center, 11450 Glade Drive.
Tickets: $10/person.
Recommended for families with children ages 3-10 years.
For more information, call 703-476-9689 or email naturecenter@reston.org.
 
Ticket sales begin Oct. 3 at 9 a.m. All event times sell out on the first day. It is highly recommended to buy tickets online at the following links:

Friday, Oct. 28, 6-7:15 p.m. https://halloweenhousefri1.eventbrite.com
Friday, Oct. 28, 7:30-8:45 p.m. https://halloweenhousefri2.eventbrite.com
Saturday, Oct. 29, 6-7:15 p.m. https://halloweenhousesat1.eventbrite.com
Saturday, Oct. 29, 7:30-8:45 p.m. https://halloweenhousesat2.eventbrite.com
workshopCluster Management Workshop
Oct. 12 and Oct. 26
6:30 p.m.
Reston Association, 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive.

Reston Association will present a two-part workshop covering best practices for cluster board management. Hear local community association experts. Click here to download the informational flyer. RSVP to covenantsworkshops@reston.org by Oct. 6.
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 RA's volunteer program consists of members in our community working in a variety of capacities. Volunteers are RA's strongest line of communication with the community. Each year a diverse group of RA members donates thousands of hours to the association. Through their dedication, we are able to provide a wide range of high-quality programs, services and events that make Reston a great place to Live, Work, Play and Get Involved.

Sign up for a Habitat Heroes project here. 

FallcleanFall Stream Cleanup
Saturday, Oct 15
10 a.m.-noon
Rain or shine. All ages welcome.

Cleanup Sites:
Snakeden Branch Upper
Hunters Woods Village Center

Cedar Ridge Apartments
In the woods near Great Owl Circle

Sign up here to volunteer.
Contact Ha Brock at 703-435-7986 or email at habrock@reston.org for more information.