From the desk of Lara Lewis

IMPORTANT INFORMATION!

FRCA Board Notes Falls Run General Manager Transition Plan-Update Dear Falls Run Residents:   As you are aware, Anthony Lugo, our General Manager (GM), has accepted another position within First Services Residential (FSR). The Board has met with FSR management (Anthony’s supervisor and Vice President, Susan Manch, and Robert Telling, their Senior Vice President), to discuss the process of transitioning to a new GM and have agreed to a plan for doing so. Anthony will continue in his role as GM until: (1) we reach agreed-to milestones in eight (8) projects that are in various stages; (2) a new GM has been hired and is on-board; or, (3) July 1, 2018, whichever comes first. Board Member Haward Boyette will be working very closely with Anthony, the FSR employees, and the Board to ensure the smoothest transition possible. A notable change that will take place is Anthony’s and the new GM’s time on the job will embody a schedule change. We will be moving to specified hours that the GM will be available to work directly with our residents. Outside those times residents will work with his assistant Abby, Lara our Activities Director, and/or Shawn, our Maintenance Technician. Haward will also be available to assist as needed.  FSR has begun to advertise as widely as practicable for a candidate who is able to carry out the functions in the GM Job Description. We are looking for an individual who: (1) has at least 5 years of management experience with community associations; (2) is a “Certified Manager of Community Associations” (CMCA) and preferably a certified “Professional Community Association Manager (PCAM); and, (3) passes all interviews (FSR-HR, FSR Management, President FRCA, and, the FRCA Board). Our ideal candidate would have the qualifications, work ethic, drive, knowledge, people management skills, interpersonal skills, and the experience and ability to manage large and varied projects.  We want the transition to be as smooth as possible and ask each of you for your cooperation during the process. Thanks for your assistance. *********************************************************************** UPDATE: The Board of Directors met in Special Session on Wednesday, March 21, 2019 in to interview a candidate to replace Anthony as our new General Manager. The Board is extremely pleased to announce that Dominic Klepic, a Stafford resident, was offered and accepted the position. The Board vote was unanimous and we look forward to working with Dominic in the years to come. Dominic is highly qualified with extensive experience in the construction, banking, and property management industries. We expect Dominic to be here full-time in early May. For the Falls Run Community Association Board of Directors, Chuck Heath

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

SUNDAY BRUNCH IN JEOPARDY OF BEING CANCELLED Sign-ups for brunch end on Sunday, April 15. If you're interested, please come to The Center to sign-up ASAP! PLEASE NOTE: the time shown on the face of the calendar was listed incorrectly. Brunch will be 12:00 - 2:00pm to allow for those attending religious services time to join us!

SAVE THE DATE

4/7 THE TRUSTY KEG DINNER THEATER AT THE CENTER 4/22 EARTH DAY SUNDAY BRUNCH 5/5 CINCO DE MAYO 5/19 JIMMY BUFFET MARGARITAVILLE DANCE 5/28 VILLAS MEMORIAL DAY PICNIC ON THE VERANDA 6/2 OPENING POOL PARTY 6/30 LUAU

TOURS & TRIPS (All return times are approximate)

SAVE THE DATE 4/5 - MARVELOUS MAINE INFORMATIONAL MEETING 4/17 - 4/19 NEW YORK! NEW YORK! - WAITLIST AVAILABLE 4/24 - WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE 2019 INFO MTG 4/29 VA INTERNATIONAL TATTOO & BOTANICAL GARDENS - WAITLIST AVAILABLE 5/5 - 5/12 MACKINAC ISLAND & HOLLAND TULIP FESTIVAL WAITLIST AVAILABLE 5/18 MAYMONT, AN AMERICAN ESTATE & GARDENS 6/5 NATIONALS VS TAMPA BAY RAYS 6/12 CAMELOT @ THE SHAKESPEARE THEATER 6/23 - 6/24 ROCKY GAP CASINO OVERNIGHT TRIP 7/15 - 7/21 MAINE 

IMPORTANT TRAVEL INFO

TRIPS IN JEOPARDY OF BEING CANCELLED Rocky Gap Casino Trip closes out for sign-ups on Sunday, April 15, at present we only have 10 of the 40 people needed to make this trip happen. If you're interested, please be sure to come up to The Center to sign-up ASAP! Maymont Mansion & Gardens Trip closes out for sign-ups on Sunday, April 15, at present we only have 29 of the 30 people needed to make this trip happen. If you're interested, please be sure to come up to The Center to sign-up ASAP!

The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Riverside closed out for sign-ups; however, we have 21 tickets that will be turned back in to Riverside on Tuesday. If you are interested, I've extended sign-ups through Monday, April 9. If you're interested, please be sure to come up to The Center to sign-up ASAP!

95 Riverside Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22406          2017 Price $52 (Dinner/Show/Gratuity) Arrive for Dinner 5:30-5:45pm; Show 7:30-10:00pm       The Hunchback of Notre Dame - Apr 26......................Sign-ups begin Feb 15 Always.....Patsy Cline - Jun 28......................................Sign-ups begin Apr 15 A Chorus Line - Aug 23..................................................Sign-ups begin Jun 15 Disney's Beauty and the Beast - Oct 25.........................Sign-ups begin Aug 15 Rockabilly Christmas - Dec 27.......................................Sign-ups begin Oct 15 La Cage Aux Falles - Feb 21.......................................... Sign-ups begin Dec 15 The Color Purple - Apr 25..............................................Sign-ups begin Feb 15

SIDELINE FUN!

Falls Run Fitness

Fitness Center Orientation - Saturday, May 5th at 9:00 Sign-ups now through May 1, 2018 Are you new to the community or just new to fitness? If so, sign-up for this informational class at The Center to learn how to use the equipment.

Steve Beasley Falls Run Fitness Personal Trainer call (540) 834-8647 or benchpresssteve@aol.com.

FitLife w/Denise 12:00 Noon - Wednesdays  call (410) 935-3565 or denisecollinsevans@gmail.com.

GENERAL

Billiards: The Pool Sharks (our men's group) meet Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Come join the fun! Bingo:  Every 1st & 3rd Sunday, the doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for players to purchase cards and the first ball will be drawn at 6:30 p.m. The last game will end about 8:30 p.m. so that the rooms can be broken down and cleaned by the time the Center closes at 9:00pm. Come out and enjoy this Falls Run tradition! Bunco: A t the center on the first and third Mondays each month. Fishing Club:  Are you a fishing enthusiast? If so, you'll want to reach out to Ron Larson to learn more about the fishing trips that are being planned. He can be reached via email at ronnielarson@uwalumni.com. French Club:  The Falls Run/Fredericksburg French Club, AKA "Le Cercle Fred," welcomes new and former members. If you are at least a little bit fluent in French, please consider joining us. We have traditionally met twice a month at the Center at 7 PM. On the first Thursday, we see a French film with English subtitles; on the third Thursday, we hold our conversational meeting. Please contact Rob Bugno at RobBugno@gmail.com for more information. I'll gladly add you to our email list for meeting reminders . Pincochle: The Falls Run Pinochle group is looking for players. If you have an interest or any questions, please contact John Kemerer @ 540-373-7764. Pot Luck:  First Tuesday each month - 6:00PM to 8:00PM - FREE BYOB and a dish to share! Friday Night Dance Social:  Third Friday each month - 6:30 - 9:00 PM - $2.50 First time is free!     Falls Run Community Center Hours  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Winter Hours began Sunday, Sept 10 Monday – Friday: 6:00am to 10:00pm Saturday: 7:00am to 9:00pm Sunday: 8:00am to 5:00pm* *Except the 1st & 3rd Sunday, the Center is open until 9:00pm   Pool Hours – Indoor & Outdoor Monday – Friday: 6:00am to 9:30pm Saturday: 7:00am to 8:30pm Sunday: 8:00am to 4:30pm* *Except the 1st & 3rd Sunday, the Pools are open until 8:30pm

SUPPORT GROUPS

Falls Run Support Group Schedule New Falls Run support groups were added this year to our activity calendar. These well received sessions are facilitated by counselors from Capital Caring who also schedule periodic special subject presentations at our center open to all residents.  First Tuesday of the month 1:00PM, Cancer Patient Support Group Second Tuesday of the month 11:00AM, Caregivers for those with Dementia, ALZ, Brain Disease 12:30PM, Caregivers for those with Cancer or other chronic illnesses. Widow & Widower Support Group Fourth Wednesday each month 11:00AM, (Facilitated by resident Loretta Selgelid-540-373-5913) Bob Brown 540-373-6366