From the desk of Lara Lewis
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National Night Out will be held at the Center on Tuesday, August 7, from 6 to 7:30 pm. This is the annual event to celebrate the close cooperation between our community and the Stafford County Sheriff's Office. It is free and sponsored by the Falls Run Neighborhood Watch. Our speaker will be Mike Null, Chief Animal Control Officer for Stafford County, who will tell us about his office and its activities. Officers and zone captains of Neighborhood Watch will detail our efforts to protect the safety and security of our community. Sheriff David Decatur and McGruff the Crime Dog will open our program. Light refreshments will follow the presentations.
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SCHEDULE CHANGES
Tuesday, August 21 - There will be no instructor led Yoga w/Evelyn.
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NOTE: The Jeff Rouse Sports Center Pool will be closed during the week of August 20 - 26 for routine maintenance.
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DO I REALLY NEED TO SCAN MY CARD?
If you're using the amentities at The Center, the answer is yes - this means even if you're using the tennis courts, bocce ball court, veranda, pool or horseshoe pit, you are required to scan in and out. If you have any questions, please refer to Administrative Resolution 17-04, The Community Center Rules and Regulations, section 1.3.2 Requirement to Present Card.
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SATURDAY MORNING SOCIAL - The Saturday Morning Social group is looking for leadership. The group is in need of someone to organize and maintain their set-up schedule and ensure that they have the necessary supplies (plates, utensils, etc.). Are you looking to get involved? Are you motivated and organized? Then they need YOU!! Join them most Saturdays at the Center to learn more about the group.
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FRIENDLY REMINDERS
We love your visitors as much as you do; however, please keep in mind the following Community Center Rules when visiting The Center with them:
1) Family Swim is open from 1-5 for both the indoor and outdoor pools. No children under the age of three are permitted in either pool. Children over the age of 3 who are not potty trained are also not permitted in either pool. Each able bodied adult is permitted to have two children under their supervision during family swim. This is a safety precaution as we do not have lifeguards on duty. Visitors over the age of 18 are welcome to swim at any time the pools are open - this requires the homeowner/tenant to be present in The Center at all times.
2) No visitor under the age of 18 is permitted in the spa.
3) No visitor under the age of 18 is permitted to use the billiards tables.
4) No visitor, regardless of age, is permitted to utilize the fitness center as this area is reserved specifically for residents and tenants.
5) Have a concern about something at the pool? Be sure to notify management immediately. If it's over the weekend, you are encourage to bring it to the attention of the concierge on duty at the center.
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WANT TO KEEP THE OUTDOOR POOL OPEN AFTER LABOR DAY?
Administrative Resolution 17-04, Community Center Rules and Regulations (section 3.10) require residents to scan their activity card PRIOR to entering the pool. Many residents have expressed their desire to keep the pool open later than Labor Day. The Board of Directors made the decision in 2017 that if we have 25 or more residents that utilize the outdoor pool, the pool will remain open a little later in the season. In an effort to track the outdoor pool usage and potentially keep the outdoor pool open later, please begin signing in on the "Outdoor Pool Log" at the concierge desk after scanning your activity card every time you utilize this amenity.
Also, if you are approached by a staff member and asked if you have signed in and you have not, please take a moment to dry off and do so, don't ignore the request.
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SWIMMING POOL RULES
From Administrative Resolution 13-03
Section 3. Use of Pools:
3.1. Swimming Pools: The swimming pool is defined as the entire fenced-in area surrounding the outdoor pool and the entire closed-in area surrounding the indoor pool. Members in good standing and their adult guests, 18 years and older, may use the pools whenever they are open. Certain areas of the indoor pool may be reserved for exercise classes. Hours of operation shall be published and posted at each pool.
3.2. Guests:
Each dwelling unit may have eight guests at the pool; but one qualified resident must sign in and stay with the guests. For every two (2) non adults at the pool, one adult who is capable of swimming must be present at all times. If the responsible adult swimmer must leave the pool area, the non adult guest(s) must vacate the pool. Children in diapers (including swim diapers), or younger than three (3) years, are not permitted in either pool. Children three (3) years and older must be fully toilet-trained to use either pool. Children five (5) years and older must use the gender-appropriate bathroom. All children will be limited to specific days and times for using the pools at the discretion of the Activities Director. All guests need to be signed in, but the resident does not need to remain in the pool area for those guests 18 years or older.
3.3. Risk of Use: Residents and guests assume all risks and responsibilities when using either pool and are personally liable for any and all injuries or damage suffered.
3.4. Pool Monitor: If a monitor is on duty at the pools, that person is responsible for enforcing the pool rules. The concierge is responsible for enforcing rules, when no attendant is on duty. All residents and guests are required to cooperate.
3.5. Equipment, Towels and Lane Ropes: Residents and guests are required to bring their own towels. Equipment used for water classes is the Community Center’s property and must be returned after use. The bells, weights and belts are for water aerobics only and not for use by children. Children are allowed to use kickboards and noodles. Chaise lounges and chairs must be covered with towels before use. Removing lounges and chairs from the pool or saving them for persons not present in the pool area is prohibited. Hanging or lying on lane ropes is prohibited.
3.6 Floats: Water wings, wearable personal flotation devices (PFDs) and swim noodles are permitted in both pools. Inner tubes, air mattresses, rafts and other large flotation devices while never permitted in the indoor pool are permitted in the outdoor pool, except when children are present during family swim time.
3.7. Showers: Residents and guests must shower before entering either pool.
3.8. Food and Beverages: No food is allowed within the indoor pool area. Water in unbreakable containers is permitted. Glass is prohibited. Food and beverages may be consumed on the veranda or within the outdoor pool at the seating area. Residents and guests are responsible for cleaning up after use.
3.9. Hours: Swimming is permitted only during published hours. Hours may be changed at the discretion of the Activities Director.
3.10. Admission: Prior to entering either pool, residents must scan their activity card and sign guests in with the concierge. Admission to either pool will be denied to any person who appears intoxicated or contagious.
3.11 Prohibited and Inappropriate Activities: Diving is prohibited in both pools. Running, excessive noise, hazardous activities, i. e. “horseplay” (pushing, dunking, running, flipping into the pool, throwing objects other than Nerf balls, beach balls, and volley balls, and climbing on any structure including lane ropes) is prohibited. Voices must be kept at a normal conversational level. Radios and other audio equipment may be used only with earphones or earbuds. Pets other than service dogs are not permitted in the swimming pool area.
3.12. Attire: Appropriate swim attire is required for all pool users. Street clothes, cut-offs and shorts are prohibited. Bobby pins, hair pins and similar objects must be removed before swimming. Wet swimsuits shall not be worn at any time in the common areas of the Community Center. Shoes or sandals are to be worn going to and from both pools.
3.13. Trash: Trash must be disposed of in the receptacles provided.
3.14. Spa: The spa is reserved for residents and guests 18 and older.
3.15 Smoking: Smoking is prohibited in the swimming pool areas.
3.16. Electrical Storms: Both pools will be closed at the first sound of thunder or appearance of lightning and remain closed for 30 minutes after the last the sound of thunder and appearance of lightning.
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TOURS & TRIPS
(All return times are approximate)
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95 Riverside Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22406
2018 Price $52 (Dinner/Show/Gratuity)
Arrive for Dinner 5:30-5:45pm
Show 7:30-10:00pm
A Chorus Line - Aug 23.............................................Sign-ups began 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
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Fall Lawn and Garden Talk September 7th at 1:00 PM
Sign up with the Concierge now!!
On Friday, September 7th from 1:00 to 3:00 in the Center I will give my annual “Fall Lawn and Garden Talk.” I will be talking about current plant disease and insect issues, new products that have come on the market this year, our updated “Falls Run Lawn Care Program,” issues with grass seed, the fall and the 2018-2019 winter weather forecasts, a little humor, and much more. Lite refreshments will be served—this is a “FREE” event.
We will raffle off lots of prizes including a bag of Pennington grass seed, a hose-end bottle of Bayer Advanced Season-Long Weed Control, native plant books, and a bottle of wine.
Please sigh up with the concierge in the Center. If you have any questions contact me at skibuff39@gmail.com or by phone at 540-368-8113.
We hope to see you, your friends, and your neighbors on the 4th. Chuck Heath, your friendly master gardener and tree steward.
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Fitness Center Orientation - Saturday, September 8 at 9:00
Sign-ups now through September 7, 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.
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Falls Run Fitness
Personal Trainer
call (540) 834-8647 or benchpresssteve@aol.com.
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12:00 Noon - Wednesdays
call (410) 935-3565 or denisecollinsevans@gmail.com
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Billiards:
The Pool Sharks (our men's group) meet Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Come join the fun!
Women's Billiards:
The Women's Billiards meets at 10:30 a.m. each Monday and Friday. 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
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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
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Summer Hours begin Monday, May 28
Monday – Friday: 6:00am to 10:00pm
Saturday: 7:00am to 9:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am to 7:00pm*
*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 6:30pm*
*Except the 1st & 3rd Sunday, the Pools are open until 8:30pm
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Falls Run Caregiver, Cancer Patient, and Widow/Widower Support Group Schedule for August 2018
The Cancer Patient and Caregiver support sessions are held once a month and facilitated by counselors from Capital Caring (540-891-1200).
The Widow & Widower support group, facilitated by resident Loretta Selgilid (540-373-5913), meets the 4
tph
Wednesday of each month. All sessions are free of charge.
NOTE: Due to a drop in attendance for the Cancer and Chronic Illnesses Caregivers -we are combining that session with the 11:00AM group Aug 14.
Tuesday, August 7, 1:00PM, Cancer Patient Support Group.
Tuesday, August 14, 11:00AM, Caregivers for those with Dementia, ALZ, Brain Disease, Cancer or
other chronic illnesses.
Wednesday, August 22, 11:00AM, Widow & Widower Support Group.
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