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b>Community Celebrations
Celebrating All
Martin Luther King Jr., Birthday Celebration
Reston Community Center at Hunters Woods
2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston
Join hundreds of area residents for Reston's weekend long celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s, birthday in mid-January. Community concerts, children's activities and numerous workshops for adults discussing the past, the present and the future of the Civil Rights Movement in America. Visit www.restoncommunitycenter.com for more information.
Freezing Cold Swim
Polar Plunge
Lake Anne
Come to the Washington Plaza in early February and see a new Reston tradition. In 2008, the first Polar Plunge raised more than $7,000 for Camp Sunshine, sending four families to camp. The second annual event will take place on Feb. 7 at 2 p.m. Visit www.freezinforareason.com for registration and other information about the event.
An Eggcellent Hunt
Reston Community Center
2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston
Every March, the Reston Community Center holds an egg hunt for children eight-years-old and younger. The Eggnormous Egg Hunt includes an egg hunt, lunch and lots of other fun activities with Easter celebrities Grandma and Grandpa Bunny. The event is generally held outdoors, but in event of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors. Check the Reston Community Center web site for more details at www.restoncommunitycenter.com.
Reston Zoo Eggstravaganza
Reston Zoo
1228 Hunter Mill Road, Vienna
Hundreds of children hunt for Easter Eggs around the animal enclosures. During the breaks from the egg hunt, the Easter Bunny is available for pictures and animals are available for visits. Visit www.restonzoo.com for more information.
Enjoy the Arts
Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival
Reston Town Center
The annual Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival is held in May every year at the Reston Town Center. Sponsored by the Greater Reston Arts Center, the festival features many local and national artists who showcase and sell original and unique art. The festival has been held for more than 15 years and also features entertainment by local artists. It is one of the largest juried arts festivals on the East Coast. For more information, and if interested in participating next year, visit the Greater Reston Arts Center web site at www.restonarts.org.
For the Taste Buds
Reston Taste of the Town
Reston Town Center
With more than 30,000 people checking out the tasty treats that area restaurants have to offer, the annual Taste of the Town is the largest outdoor food festival in Northern Virginia. But food isn't the only attraction at this June event — fun activities in the "Kids Korner" and live entertainment add to the enjoyment. This event is presented by the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce and a portion of the proceeds benefit chamber programs and area nonprofits. Visit www.restonchamber.org.
Celebrate America's Independence
Lake Fairfax Park
1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston
Join thousands of people from the area lakeside in preparation of the popular fireworks show while food and crafts vendors pepper the area. Cool down in the park's Water Mine or peddling a boat on the lake during the day. Come early, stay late and enjoy the spectacular display of Independence Day Fireworks.
Be Festive at Reston Festival
Reston Town Center
The Reston Festival is an annual event held in July to celebrate the town's birthday and includes music, food, and other entertainment. Booths will showcase local artists, musicians, artisans and businesses. The event was moved to Reston Town Center after many years at the Lake Anne Village Center to provide a larger venue and to accommodate more booths. The event is hosted by the Reston Community Center and the Reston Association. Admission is free. Visit www.restonfestival.com.
From the Orient
Asian Festival
Brown's Chapel Park, Reston
Thousands of people from all over Northern Virginia attend this celebration each year for the last five years. Cultural offerings from Asian nations include live music and dance, martial arts demonstrations and tens of traditional menus from area's Asian restaurants. The weekend-long celebration is sponsored by the Thai Tennis Organization in America.
Celebration of Cultures
The Annual Multi-Cultural Festival
Lake Anne Village Center
This annual event occurs in early September and showcases the area's diverse cultural wealth. Dance performances are coupled with musical performances and traditional dresses from all corners of the globe. Each continent is represented and games for children are available. Food vendors and craftsmen ensure the visitors can leave with something from the memorable celebrations. Visit www.restoncommunitycenter.com for more.
Lakeside Music and Drinks
Jazz & Blues Fest
Washington Plaza, Lake Anne Village Center
A full afternoon of live music with multiple bands featuring the best of national talent, including Reston grown musicians. The free festival takes place in early fall, and is presented by the Friends of Lake Anne and Mykle Lyons Entertainment.
German Celebration
Reston Town Center
Oktoberfest, the beloved tradition of many years had taken a hiatus for a few Octobers. However, in 2008 the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce sponsored the return of the food, beer, wine and community celebration to Reston Town Center. More than 20,000 people attended the free weekend celebration in mid-October. Reston restaurants showcased their best Oktoberfest fare and area entertainers took to the stage to provide musical and dance numbers for the large audience. For more information visit the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce web site at www.restonchamber.org.
Fun for Trick-or-Treaters
Halloween Trail
Walker Nature Education Center, 11450 Glade Drive, Reston
Dress up for Halloween and bring your little ghosts and goblins to the Walker Nature Education Center in late October for a fun and educational Halloween experience. The Reston Association sponsors the Halloween Trail each year and provides a tour of the nature center trails for three days and nights. For more information visit www.reston.org.
On the Stage
The Reston Community Players
2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston
The Reston Community Players have been performing live shows for more than 40 years. An all-volunteer organization, the group puts on four major productions a year, which has included "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," "The Foreigner" and "Seussical." The players are also members of the Arts Alliance of Reston, the Northern Virginia Theatre Alliance, the Arts Council of Fairfax County and the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce. Their performances take place at the CentreStage Theatre at the Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods. Visit restonplayers.org.
Watch a Fight
The Noble Blades
The Noble Blades are an off-shoot of the Reston Community Players and are the Washington D.C. area's top professionally trained theater-based fight group. They perform a variety of different martial arts for many events and are based in Reston. Along with performances around the area, the Noble Blades also conduct classes, workshops and demonstrations. They use a variety of different weapons including daggers, knifes, and swords. For more information on performance dates, workshops and classes, or booking information, visit www.nobleblades.org.
Seahawks in the Spotlight
South Lakes High School
11400 South Lakes Drive, Reston
Drama, Musicals, Variety — The South Lakes Theatre Arts Department does it all. Under the long-time leadership of director Maria Harris, the high school theater department has achieved much area success and remains highly respected for producing enthralling shows with talented actors. Performing throughout the school year, their productions are as entertaining as they are varied. For more information on upcoming shows, visit www.fcps.edu/SouthLakesHS
Attend Herndon High School Play
Herndon High School
700 Bennett St., Herndon
Opportunities are abound for taking in a top-notch stage play without leaving town as Herndon High School's award-winning drama department puts on two mainstage plays and as many as three smaller, one-act plays stretching from fall to spring. The mainstage performances include dramatic plays in the fall and musicals in the spring. Those looking to keep up with the drama department's works can take in the smaller one-act plays that dot the calendar throughout the year. For information on upcoming performances, visit Herndon High School's drama department on-line at www.herndondrama.org.
Dramatic Readings
The Hub Theatre
Enjoy an evening of spectacular dramatic readings with Reston's latest dramatic organization, the Hub Theatre, started by Reston's residents as a way to encourage the creation of arts in the community. Readings are conducted at either The Reston Used Book Shop at Lake Anne, beginning at 3 p.m., or at the Greater Reston Arts Center at Reston Town Center, beginning at 6 p.m. Recent readings have included "Big Love," "A Christmas Carol" and "Act a Lady." For more information on the scheduled readings and on the Hub, visit www.thehubtheatre.org.
Something for the Children
Children's Shows at Lake Anne
Lake Anne Village Center
Take the little ones for twice-weekly entertainment on the historic Washington Plaza. Clowns, magicians, singers and more perform free half-hour shows every Tuesday and Thursday morning from June through August. For more information visit www.lakeanneplaza.com.
Watch Elden Street Players
Elden Street Players
The Industrial Strength Theatre
269 Sunset Park Drive, Herndon
Visit the Elden Street Players, Herndon's volunteer theater group for top notch stage entertainment. Seasonal plays are staged each year. Actors and volunteers are sought for each play. Auditions with the Elden Street Players are held well in advance of the scheduled shows. Between 30 to 100 volunteers are needed for every show. For more information go to www.eldenstreetplayers.com. For ticket reservations call 703-481-5930.
Child's Play
Elden Street Players
The Industrial Strength Theatre
269 Sunset Park Drive, Herndon
Elden Street Players also operates the ESP Theatre for Young Audiences, offering live theater for children. A joint venture between The Elden Street Players and the Town of Herndon Parks & Recreation Department, it has presented such shows as "Alice in Wonderland," "Rapunzel" and "The Emperor's New Clothes." See www.eldenstreetplayers.org
Sport & Fitness
The Sticky Wicket
Lake Fairfax Park
1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston
You may not know what a "Wicket Maiden" is, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy the spectacle of a Cricket match. Part of an inter-Fairfax County league, Lake Fairfax hosts weekly games and is the home field for the FCC1, the Hunters, and the Cosmos. Bring a picnic dinner and watch until sundown as each team tries to best the other. Visit www.fairfaxcricketclub.org for more.
Swim, Bike, Run
The Reston Triathlon
11654 Plaza America Drive, Reston
Every year local residents compete in the Reston Triathlon, a race which takes participants through lakes, woods and more than 20 miles of roadway. The race also includes the rare opportunity to swim across Lake Audubon. In September 2008 the Reston Triathlon celebrated its 25th event. The Triathlon is held in early September and includes a one-mile swim, 22.3-mile bike ride and a 10K run. Choose to compete or pick a spot along the course and cheer on your neighbors. Visit www.restontriathlon.org.
Marvel at Nation's Bikers
Reston Town Center Grand Prix
Reston Town Center, Reston
The Reston Town Center Grand Prix is an annual bike race held in Reston featuring the top men's and women's racers from the Mid-Atlantic region. The event is hosted by the Reston Bike Club and Evolution Cycling, a Northern Virginia-based competitive riding club. Evolution Cycling has national and international champion racers on the team and is one of the premier clubs in the Mid-Atlantic region. With thousands of dollars and cash and prizes in races for all ages, the Reston Town Center Grand Prix is Evolution Cycling's largest event.
Run Throughout Reston
The Reston Runners
It doesn't matter if you do marathons or just the occasional power-walk, the Reston Runners will have a program that's right for you. A community of more than 800 members, the group welcomes runners and walkers of all levels. Along with group runs, they also sponsor a number of activities including the "Fall Into Winter" 10K run in December, the Women's Distance Festival 5K held in June, and a Thanksgiving Day 5K Cross Country Run in Lake Fairfax — just to name a few. While membership is not required to join in group runs, it is recommended. Visit www.restonrunners.org or call the hotline, 703-437-FOOT.
Swimming Like A Fish
Jim McDonnell 1-and 2- Mile Lake Swims,
Lake Audubon, Reston
While it is usually illegal to swim the lakes of Reston, there are a few exceptions — like the Jim McDonnell Lake Swims held at Lake Audubon and sponsored by the Reston Masters Swim Team. Usually in late May, this event offers both one-mile and two-mile roped courses. Registration is $35 for one event and $60 for two events. Proceeds from the swims benefit the Lymphoma Foundation of America. The event starts bright and early and First through Third Place Awards are given. Visit www.restonmasters.org for information about registration.
Play Pick-up Basketball
Reston Association Basketball Courts
"I got next," is the phrase of choice for new arrivals at one of the many outside basketball courts in Reston. During the summer, to take the mind off the heat and the humidity, several regular pick-up games usually get started after normal working hours, around 6 p.m. Ballers interested in practicing the old jump shot should find a local court and watch for the regulars. Competition varies. Call the Reston Association at 703-437-9580 to find the nearest court.
Learn about Nature
Walker Nature Education Center
11450 Glade Drive, Reston
The Walker Nature Education Center is Reston's own nature educational facility. Operated by the Reston Association, it provides classes and courses for children of all ages, as well as summer camps, teacher workshops, adult and senior programs, service projects, and is open for birthday and other parties. Situated on 72 acres of forestland, the Walker Nature Education Center has on-grounds 1 mile of trails, a wildflower garden, a campfire ring, a meditation area, a sundial, and a picnic pavilion. Ground was broken in November for construction of Nature House, a facility that will house the center's library and equipment to facilitate nature education. The center is always looking for volunteers, as well as guest lecturers. Visit www.reston.org/parks_rec/p_nature_ed_center.html.
Serve Up an Ace
Reston Association Tennis Courts
The Reston Association offers residents one of the most extensive tennis programs in Northern Virginia. There are 49 tennis courts operated by the Reston Association, 26 of which are lighted and can be used for nighttime play. The program also runs tennis camps, lessons and tournaments year-round. The association operates both clay and hardwood courts, and both are open for rental. Residents may also look for playing partners through the program's web site. Lessons are available to players of all ages from beginners to advanced. The courts are also open to birthday parties. In addition, the association operates its own pro shop for tennis equipment.
Take a Lap
South Lakes High School Track
11400 South Lakes Drive, Reston
South Lakes High School's track is open to residents in the evenings and on weekends. Run on the same track as Olympic and international track star and South Lakes alumnus Alan Webb. Webb holds the high school mile record, which he set when attending SLHS. Recently, Webb ran and won several events at the U.S. Track and Field Championships. Who knows? Maybe some of his speed might rub off on you.
Ice Skating
Indoor: SkateQuest
1800 Michael Faraday Court, Reston
Outdoor: Reston Town Center Pavilion
1818 Discovery St., Reston
If you enjoy figure-eights, executing double axles or just watching the zamboni, Reston is home to two skating rinks. The Reston Town Center's outdoor ice rink is a great place to enjoy the cold weather. Open from November to mid-March, the Pavilion is transformed into a rink with skates and supplies available for rent.
SkateQuest is Reston's indoor rink and offers a venue for hockey, figure skating, parties, classes and public sessions. Occasionally, SkateQuest hosts a charity hockey game between the FBI and the Secret Service. Call or visit skatequest.com for a full listing of programs.
As Fast As You Want
W&OD Trail
Jump on the Washington and Old Dominion Trail (W&OD Trail), which runs for more than 40 miles and through the length of Reston, and enjoy a walk, a run or a bike ride. The paved trail is often a safe place to exercise and is used by many commuters, as well as local residents.
Race for Turkeys
5K Turkey Trot
Herndon Centennial Golf Course
909 Ferndale Ave., Herndon
Think you're fast? Come show your speed at Herndon's Centennial Golf Course in November for the Turkey Trot 5K Race. The town's fastest people will show up to shed their soon-to-be visible holiday weight in this annual 5K race. The first-place prize is a turkey. For more information call 703-435-6868.
Weather Outside Doesn't Matter
Reston Community Center Indoor Pool
2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston
Visit the Reston Community Center at Hunters Woods throughout the year for a swimming experience, whether the weather is scorching hot or freezing cold. Along with swim lanes, the swimming pool also offers programs for both younger and older Reston residents from swim lessons to therapeutic exercises. For more information, including fees and times of operation, visit www.restoncommunitycenter.org.
Water, Water Everywhere
Water Mine Water Park
1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston
The Water Mine water park sits on more than an acre of land in Lake Fairfax Park. The water park features slides, showers, and flume rides a plenty, all built around Pete's Pike, a boarded mine shaft covered mountain, out of which protrude two huge slides. All of this is surrounded by Rattlesnake River, in which visitors can relax on floating tubes. The park is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day and the hours vary throughout the season. Children under two years old get in free. The price includes admission to the carousel on Lake Fairfax grounds. Season passes are also available. For more information on admission prices and hours, visit the park web site www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/watermine.
Making A Splash
Reston Association Pools
With 15 pools throughout Reston, there are plenty of chances to cool off during the hot summer months. The home for all water-based activities, including the Reston Swim Team Association, Water Volleyball, and various other programs, there is always something fun happening at the pool. Check the web site for locations, hours and prices.
Reston National Golf Course
11875 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston
Reston National Golf Course is an 18 hole with a 71-par course. The club also offers lessons, a driving range, a putting green, and rents equipment. Home to tournaments throughout the year, the club can also be rented out for various events. Many high schools practice on the course, and it is open five days a week. Prices differ depending on time and day. Twilight prices are also available, and there is a $15 caddie fee. Tee times must be reserved seven days in advance. For more information, visit the course web site at virginiagolf.com/restonnational.html.
Drive Away From Busy
Golf Park at Hunter Mill
1627 Hunter Mill Road, Vienna
Escape Northern Virginia's busy lifestyle by landing yards away from one of its busiest roads, the Dulles Toll Road, and between two of its busiest business centers, Tysons Corner and Reston. The Golf Park at Hunter Mill, a driving range and a practice facility, is located on the east side of Hunter Mill Road, near the road's intersection with Sunset Hills Road and interchange with the Dulles Toll Road. The park is open every day but Christmas, barring extreme weather conditions, from 9 a.m. until dark. Prices for the drive balls range from $4 for about 35 balls to $10 for about 115 balls. For more information visit http://www.huntermillgolf.com.
Sharpen Putting Skills
Woody's Golf Range
11801 Leesburg Pike, Herndon
Woody's Golf Range off of Route 7 in Herndon is the perfect place to perfect a golf stroke, a baseball swing and a mini-golf handicap all within a few feet of each other as the 33-acre facility offers a full driving range, batting cages and 18 holes of mini-golf year-round. For the next Tiger Woods or Alfonso Soriano of the family, there are staff golf and baseball professionals accessible for lessons. Picnic grounds are available for families looking to eat together after fitting in the back nine on the mini-golf course.
High-School Sports
Support the Seahawks
South Lakes High School
11400 South Lakes Drive, Reston
The Northern Region boasts some of the country's finest and most competitive high school talent. South Lakes houses one of the most competitive high school basketball programs in the area with one of the most well-respected coaches in the Northern Region and country. The Seahawks basketball program has produced some of basketball's finest talent including Detroit Piston and Orlando Magic star Grant Hill. The track team's start, U.S. Olympian Alan Webb, graduated in 2001. For more information on South Lakes High School activities go to www.fcps.k12.va.us/SouthLakes.
Cheer the Hornets
700 Bennet St., Herndon
Athletic Hotline, 703-749-8133
Become a part of the rallying center of Herndon community pride and enter the "hornets nest" by attending a Herndon High School sporting event. With football in the fall, basketball in the winter and baseball in the summer, there is always an opportunity to see Herndon's best and brightest young athletes compete against other area high schools. Tickets are limited and sell out quickly, especially for marquee events.
Spotlight on CenterStage
The Center Stage
2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston
Browsing the list of performers that come through the Reston Community Center's CenterStage, it's apparent that this facility is at the heart of the music community in Reston. From author Nick Hornby to Irish acoustic band Lunasa, the CenterStage brings in an eclectic variety of top-notch artists throughout the year. Set in an intimate theater, programs often allow the audience the opportunity for Q & A's, as well as after performance book signings. Visit www.restoncommunitycenter for a schedule of performances.
Perfect Harmony
Voce Chamber Singers
Voce is a Reston-based choral group that is one of the most acclaimed in the area. Since 1989, Voce has been singing choral chamber music across the region. They have sung at the Kennedy Center and St. Thomas More Cathedral, have performed with the Washington Symphony Orchestra, and been featured on WETA. The group performs all around the Washington D.C. area, but a majority of their performances are in the Reston/Herndon area. The 22-member group has sung commissioned pieces to national acclaim. To get more information on upcoming events and performances, visit www.voce.org.
Watch Reston Chamber Orchestra
Reston Community Orchestra — www.restoncommunityorchestra.org.
The Reston Community Orchestra was founded in 1988 and has since become one of the area's best community orchestras. Preferring to remain a small chamber orchestra, the group performs around the community and region, sometimes in conjunction with the McLean Symphony Orchestra. The music director is Dingwall Fleary, who has held the position for 10 years. The orchestra is always on the lookout for new members and volunteers. Visit www.restoncommunityorchestra.org.
"Take A Break" Concerts
Reston Community Center Lake Anne
1609-A Washington Square Plaza, Reston
The Reston Community Center invites you to "take a break" and enjoy the sounds of this eclectic line-up of musicians. Every Thursday from June 1 to the end of August the RCC provides free concerts and invites the public to bring a lawn chair and picnic basket. In the past bands have ranged from 1950's pop to World Beat-Reggae. Visit www.restoncommunitycenter.com for more.
Music and Dancing With Taste
Jasmine Café
Washington Plaza, Lake Anne Village Center, Reston
Enjoy the food at one of Reston's favorite dining destinations on historic Washington Plaza while experiencing terrific live entertainment. Jasmine Café has live music every Saturday from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. For more information call 703-471-9114.
Listen to Music Lakeside
The Lakeside Inn
11150 South Lakes Drive, Reston
Local single and duets acts take the stage every Friday and Saturday night starting at 9 p.m. The Lakeside Inn overlooks Lake Thoreau and offers a variety of food. For more information go to www.thelakesideinn.com.
All that Jazz
Market Street Bar & Grill
1800 President's St., Reston
Nothing adds to the atmosphere of dining like a little live jazz for mood music. The Market Street Bar & Grill, located in Reston Town Center, is the home of jazz musician Mykle Lyons. His group performs Thursday, Friday and Saturdays from 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Visit reston.hyatt.com for more.
New Summer Concert Series
Reston Heights Concerts on the Square
Westin Reston Heights, 11790 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston
Visit Vinifera, a wine bar and restaurant in Reston's latest hotel, Westin Reston Heights, at the right time and be treated to a free outdoor concert. The Reston Heights Concerts on the Square is a series of monthly concerts in the summer that feature more than free live music. Most concerts also feature free refreshments such as water, popcorn and Ben & Jerry's Homemade Ice Cream. For more information visit www.reston-heights.com.
Summer Saturday Concerts
Reston Concerts on the Town
Reston Town Center Pavilion, Reston
Looking for weekly variety in your musical entertainment, visit Reston Town Center on Saturdays in the summer. The Reston Concerts on the Town brings the area's top acts from all sorts of musical backgrounds, from Motown to Country music styles. Many bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets to enjoy the free concerts. The concerts take place on Saturday nights, from 7:30 to 10 p.m., at the Reston Town Center pavilion. For more information call the concert hotline at 703-912-4062.
Attend Friday Night Live
Friday Night Live
777 Lynn St., Herndon
From the beginning of May until the end of August, Friday nights in Herndon are the place to see free live music as the town green, located behind the Herndon Municipal Center on Lynn Street is converted to an outdoor concert hall for the Herndon-Dulles Chamber of Commerce's concert series "Friday Night Live." Never a cover and always entertaining, the chamber and other local sponsors, including Washington, D.C.'s alternative radio station, DC101, bring together some of the region's most promising young acts. Vendors provide the food and beer and the bands provide the music for this family-oriented local music event. For band line-ups and more information, visit Friday Night Live's official web site at www.herndonrocks.com.
Music Under the Stars
Herndon Town Green — Herndon
A series of free musical performances occur Thursdays, 7:30-9 p.m., hosted by the Herndon Parks and Recreation Department. Performers come from a variety of geographic origins and the music played is as varied as the places the entertainers are from. The series also features homegrown talent.
Watch the Towne Square Singers
Towne Square Singers
269 Sunset Business Park Drive, Herndon
Enjoy singing or listening to music? So does Jean Goldsby. More than 20 years ago Goldsby founded Herndon's Towne Square Singers — a group of talented vocalists that perform at the Industrial Strength Theater. Still performing to this day, the group has taken on a variety of projects and productions and perform mostly in December, late April and early May. The group rehearses each Monday evening from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Herndon. Auditions are held twice a year in September and January. For tickets and performance dates contact the Herndon Community Center at 703-435-6868.
Simply 'Devine'
Ned Devines
2565 Centreville Road, Herndon
Ned Devines is one of the premier places to see local rock n' roll bands who are trying to make it big. Gonzo's Nose, 2U, The Alternate Routes, Jack's House and a slew of other local acts have all come through here, entertaining the masses. With live bands on Friday and Saturday, as well as DJs on Wednesdays, this is a must see venue. Visit www.neddevines.com for more.
Jamming at Jimmy's
Jimmy's Old Town Tavern
697 Spring St., Herndon
In the heart of Herndon's historic downtown, Jimmy's Old Town Tavern holds an open mic night Wednesday at 9:30 p.m Performers range in genre and include singer-songwriters as well as full bands. Acoustic artists play first, followed by the bands. After the bands perform, the scene transforms into an "Open Jam" session where anyone can play. Visit www.jimmystavern.com for sign-up details.
Doing The Two-Step
Monthly Country-Western Dance
Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods
The Reston Community Center's monthly Country-Western Dance features dances like the line-dance, two-step, hustle and swing and can be quickly mastered by anyone regardless of skill level. Dances take place monthly in RCC's Hunters Woods Community Room from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Refreshments are provided. Admission is $5 per person. The dances are for people age 18 or older. Visit www.restoncommunitycenter.com.
Dance Under the Stars
Annual "Dance Under the Stars"
Reston Town Center
11921 Freedom Drive, Reston
Dance the night away under the twinkling stars at the Town Center. This elegant affair features music that ranges from salsa, to swing, ballroom and classical. Desserts are offered buffet style with non-alcoholic drinks. Feel free to put on your best, as this special dance only comes around once a year. Black tie optional. Price is $10. This annual event takes place in mid-June. Visit www.reston.org.
Tutus and Toe Shoes
Reston Institute for the Arts
2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston
The Reston Institute for the Arts is a premier dance studio in the Reston area. They have been conducting dance classes since 1983, and they teach over 10 different types of dance, including some unusual ones such as modern jazz and urban tap. They also have vocal and acting classes. Their classes are for all ages, range from beginning to advance, and most classes meet once a week. The cost is dependent on the number of classes you attend and costs range from $100 to $160 per class, and costume fees are separate. In addition to classes, RIA also has two in-house companies, the Reston Youth Dancers and the Reston Jazz Ensemble. The classes meet in two locations: RCC Hunter Woods and the RCP Rehearsal Hall. For registration and more information, visit their web site at www.restondance.org.
Belly Dancing
La Kasbah Moroccan Restaurant, Washington Plaza at Lake Anne Village Center, Reston
La Kasbah Moroccan Restaurant is home to live belly dance performances every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. and every Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. For more information call 703-707-0733.
Top Notch Ballet Performances
Reston Conservatory Ballet
2254 Colts Neck Road, Hunters Woods Shopping Center, Reston
Established in 1972, the Reston Conservatory Ballet offers a variety of classes to dancers of all ages, from 18 months-old to adults. Classes in Ballet, Irish, Flamenco, Jazz, Tap and Hip Hop dancing are available, as well as pre-professional programs. The Conservatory's signature annual event is the staging of the Nutcracker in December. For more information on Reston Conservatory Ballet, including information on class sessions and fees, visit conservatoryballet.com.
Swing Your Partner
Swing Dance with Tom and Debra
Reston Sport and Health Club
11445 Isaac Newton Square, Reston
Tom Koerner and Debra Sternberg teach swing dancing with a smile, as is evident each year in the Reston Holiday Parade where the GottaSwing dance studio is always among the favorites. Don't know the steps? No problem — this ongoing event offers beginner lessons for a half an hour before the dance. The cost for participating is $15. Visit www.gottaswing.com.
Movies From Around The World
Independent & International Films
The CenterStage,
2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston
A big barrel of popcorn and a summer blockbuster can be a fun escape, but sometimes it's more rewarding to broaden your horizons by watching independent and international films. The CenterStage, Reston Community Center's performing stage, offers a film series that takes audiences around the world and uncovers new subject material. Films are screened at 7:30 p.m. on scheduled Sundays. Visit www.restoncommunitycenter.com/film.htm for a complete listing.
Meet Me At the Movies
Reston Town Center Multiplex Cinemas
On the fourth Wednesday of each month, residents 55 and older are invited to check out what's playing at the Town Center Muliplex for Free. Doors open at 9:15 a.m., movie starts at 10 a.m. Refreshments are provided and door prizes are distributed prior to the movie. Call 703-435-6577.
Dive-In Movies
Reston Association Pools
Grab your favorite floating device and relax as Reston Association pools are transformed into theaters. Presented at seven community pools between mid-June and early August, all ages are welcome to kick back, indulge in some cold drinks and popcorn and watch their favorite movie. For times and locations, visit www.reston.org.
Movies in the Park
North Hills Pavilion,
1325 North Village Road, Reston
Pack a dinner and a picnic blanket and check out a movie under the stars. Movies are shown on designated days between June and August. All ages welcomed, children must be accompanied by and adult. For times and movie titles, visit www.reston.org.
The Great Outdoors
Sled Reston's Black Diamond
Mt. Reston
Isaac Newton Square
It's the winter's steepest, fastest ride in Reston. On any given snow day, hundreds of sledders make their way to what is affectionately known as Mt. Reston, which is located behind the northwest corner of Isaac Newton Square. Everyone, from novices on snow tubes to experts on snowboards, swarm the massive hill for fun in the snow as long as it lasts. Beat the rush and arrive early.
Tour a Favorite Beaver Hangout
Glade Stream Valley
Beavers, armed with their signature mouthful of teeth and a paddle for tails, have found a friendly home at Glade Stream Valley in Reston for the past 20 years. Beaver activity is the norm along a stretch of Reston Association paths, which follow a creek through the valley. Pick up the path at the intersection of Twin Branches Road and Glade Drive and walk through the valley early morning or late evening. Keep an eye out for wildlife other than the industrious local beaver population. Deer and birds of prey also find the spot attractive.
Where the Wild Things Are
The Reston Zoo
1228 Hunter Mill Road, Vienna
Llamas, Zebras, Monkeys — The Reston Zoo is like an African Safari condensed into thirty acres. Operating for more than 25 years, the zoo offers a "Zoofari," a wagon ride through the world of these wild inhabitants, as well as various opportunities to get up close and personal with the animals. Check out the reptile house or even get a close look at the alligators. The Reston Zoo is open early March through the end of November. For hours and ticket prices visit www.restonzoo.com
Into the Woods
Walker Nature Education Center
11450 Glade Drive, Reston
Did you know that Reston has 1,300 acres of open space? Winding throughout the area's four man-made lakes, along streams and around natural watershed areas, are 55 miles of paths, open for hiking and exploring surrounding nature. A good starting point is the RA's Walker Nature Education Center, which has maps and suggested paths for the adventurous. Visit www.reston.org.
Iris Relaxation
Margaret Thomas Garden
12410 Lawyers Road, Herndon
For more than 30 years, area's nature lovers, painters, school groups and people seeking relaxation in open space have flocked to a five-acre plot belonging to 86-year-old Margaret Thomas off of Lawyers Road in Herndon. Thomas has grown irises and other flowers and vegetation in her garden since a neighbor handed her some irises over the fence in the late 1970s. Thomas has thus far refused offers from developers and construction companies for the valuable piece of land. The volunteers who help run the garden are hoping to preserve it as a nature sanctuary, an educational center and a park for continued community use.
Floating on a Boat
Lake Anne Boat Rental
Lake Anne Village Center, Reston
For less than $10 per hour you can get a different view of Reston's oldest village center. Boat rentals are available from beginning of June through beginning of September at the dock of Lake Anne. Local fitness center, Body By Geoff, are the caretakers of the various canoes, kayaks, rowboats and paddle boats and rent the vessels from their store, located in the Lake Anne Village Center. Visit www.restonmuseum.org for boat rental hours.
For The Birds
Summer Bird Walks with the Reston Association
Venture out into the woods of Reston and you might come across some spectacular fowl. Sponsored by the Reston Association, the Audubon Society of Northern Virginia and The Bird Feeder Store, these free seasonal walks take place on designated Sundays beginning early May and running through September. Walks are led by local bird experts and explore areas like the Twin Branches Nature Trail, Beaver Swamp, Bright Bond and Glade Stream Valley. You might even get lucky and spot a Bald Eagle. Visit www.reston.org.
Circumnavigate Lake Thoreau
Lake Thoreau
For exercise and fun, follow markers along the 2.7-mile trek on the paved pathways around Lake Thoreau. Neighbors, runners and dog walkers have long enjoyed walking the circle around the lake, taking in beautiful lake views and catching a glimpse of Canada geese, ducks or other wildlife. Pick up the path at the South Lakes Shopping Center and then afterwards stop in for a beverage or a bite to eat at one of several restaurants.
Wander the Wetlands
Sunrise Valley Wetland Park
It's like Reston's version of the Everglades, but very few people seem to know about it. Invisible from the road, Sunrise Valley Wetland Park still remains a secret to most Restonians. The park is tucked away on the left or west side of the ASG Software Solutions parking lot off of Sunrise Valley Drive and east of the Monroe-Herndon Park and Ride. Turtles and lily pads fill the shallow marshland, attracting one of Reston's most diverse displays of birds. With a nifty boardwalk stretching through the center of the wetland, visitors will be sure to see wildlife.
Have an Adventure at Lake Fairfax
1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston
Lake Fairfax is 476-acre park that includes a lake, campgrounds, picnic areas, a water park, an amphitheater, soccer and softball fields, and a carousel. The park is open year round, from 7 a.m. to dark, except Christmas day. The 136-site campgrounds are open year round as well, and reservations must be made ahead of time to use the campgrounds. There are varying rates throughout the year, with prime rates applicable Memorial Day to Labor Day. The park amphitheater is home to Arts in the Parks all summer long, with puppet shows, bands, and various acts performing a few times each month from June through August. Boating is generally allowed on the lake, but due to recent renovations, it would be wise to check with the park ahead of time. Various picnic sites are also available for renting. For more information, visit the Lake Fairfax web site at www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/lakefairfax.
Visit Lakes Audubon, Anne, Thoreau, and Newport
Reston's Lakes
Reston is home to four man-made lakes that cover more than 125 acres. The lakes are open year round, and are open to boating, fishing, and picnicking. Residents may launch private boats at any of the lakes. For more information on boating, call 703-437-9580. Fishing is also permitted in all of the lakes, although certain species are protected in certain lakes. Anglers over 16 years old must have a Virginia Fishing License. Picnic sites surround the lakes, and there are 55 miles of paths that are also open to the public. For more information, and for trail maps, visit www.reston.org/parks_rec/p_lakes.htm
Away From Hectic
Reston Town Square Park, Reston Town Center, corner of Market and St. Francis Streets
Get away from the hustle and bustle of Reston Town Center without ever leaving its vicinity. Nestled between the residential and office buildings, and across St. Francis Street from the Greater Reston Arts Center, the park offers a respite for everyone. In the summertime children run through the water fountain that moves the water from the ground up. The park also hosts many concerts and a farmers market on Thursdays between April and November. Local residents have also been observed playing the Nintendo Wii in the warm evening hours.
Fun for the Mind
Magical History Tour
Lake Anne Village Center
1639 Washington Plaza, Reston
Did you know that the land Reston is built on was owned by A. Smith Bowman, a Kentucky bourbon distiller in the early 1900's? Much can be discovered about the history of Reston at the Reston Museum. From fun facts to a visual timeline of news coverage and photographs covering Reston's growth, visitors can even look at primary documents that explain the rich history of Robert E. Simon's creation. Visit www.restonmuseum.org for more.
Speaking Your Mind
Reston Presents
Reston Community Center,
Lake Anne, 1609 Washington Square Plaza
Ever wonder what your neighbors are up to? We live in an area that draws from all walks of life and Reston Presents is a great way to hear about interesting people in the community. Topics vary — highlighting cooking demonstrations, war veterans and book signings with local authors. This is a great way to learn more about the world from the people around you. Reston Presents is an occasional event that is sponsored by the Reston Association and the Reston Community Center. Free.
Use Reston's Resources
United States Geological Survey
950 National Center, Room 1D100
12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston
The United States Geological Survey is the largest library and resource center for the earth sciences in the world. Founded in 1879, the USGS has four library locations nationwide, one of which is in Reston. The library is home to over one million books and journals and 450,000 maps, as well as countless other resources.
Talk to Resources
Reston Regional Library
11925 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston
The Reston Library is a designated official depository for U.S. government publications. The library has experts on numerous topics on-staff who are open for consultation. The library is also open for tours.
Chess in Historic Setting
Washington Plaza, Lake Anne Village Center, Reston
Chess sets are available for free checkout from the Reston Used Book Shop every day. The Book Shop is located on Washington Plaza.
Farmers' Markets
Going Organic
The Reston Farmers Market
Lake Anne Village Center, Reston
The Reston Farmers Market happens every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon from early May to late October. The market features freshly picked locally grown fruits and vegetables, as well as baked goods, eggs, dairy products, meat, honey, and cut and potted flowers and plants. The Reston Farmers Market also features a Master Garden Plant Clinic, to which customers can bring plants or pesticides for pest and pesticide identification.
Farmers' Food and Wine
Smart Markets Farmers Market
Reston Town Center
The farmers market at Reston Town Center opened in 2008 for the first time. Besides offering locally grown produce, the privately operated market also offers wine for sale and provides live entertainment at its location at the Reston Town Square park, on the corner of St. Francis and Market Streets. The market takes place on Thursday afternoons, between 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. from early April through October.
Food & Fun
Farmers Market
Lynn Street, Herndon
The Herndon Parks and Recreation Department presents free performances for children attending the Farmer's Market, 10:30-11:15 a.m. The Herndon Farmers Market takes place on Thursday mornings, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., from early May to late October. It features fresh and local fruits and vegetables as well as baked goods.
Painting the Town ...
Jo Ann Rose Art Gallery
Reston Community Center
2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston
Reston prides itself on a commitment to the arts and there is no better way to see that pride than by checking out the place where Reston artists hang their work. Home to the League of Reston Artists, the Jo Ann Rose Art Gallery has frequent shows and openings that cover all of the basic mediums including painting, photography, sculpture and more. Visit www.leagueofrestonartists.org.
Exposing Art to Reston and Reston to Art
Greater Reston Arts Center (GRACE) Gallery
Reston Town Center,
12001 Market St., Suite 103
The Greater Reston Arts Center, producers of the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival, is a meeting place for area artists, from local schools' students to the community's professional artist community. The gallery holds annual juried shows, solo exhibits and more. It often collaborates on projects with artists of national and international stature, but it also displays many works by Reston's own artistic community. In December of 2008, GRACE was chosen as the site to unveil Reston's Public Art Master Plan, the first such plan for an unincorporated community in the United States. Visit www.restonarts.org for more.
Embrace the arts
Council for the Arts of Herndon
P.O. Box 940
Herndon, VA 20172
The Council for the Arts of Herndon, the Town of Herndon's local arts agency, presents an annual art festival as well as ongoing programs and opportunities for those interested in the arts. The council is also working with the Smithsonian Associates to put on a summer series in Herndon which includes educational programs starting in July and running through August. Programs include singing, painting, and arts and crafts. For more information about art in the Herndon area call 703-689-9535.
Gallery and Classroom
ArtSpace Herndon
750 Center St., Herndon
Opened in 2008 as a temporary solution until a larger gallery is built in downtown Herndon, ArtSpace Herndon made an impression in the community with its initial offerings to Herndon's residents and visitors. Judging and helping sponsor artistic competitions in the Town, including Paint Herndon, and then displaying the work of art created in the competitions are not the only services the creative space offers to the Town residents and visitors. ArtSpace Herndon also features classroom space for artistic programs and education to satisfy those new to the arts, as well as the experts living among us. The regular hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information visit www.artspaceherndon.com
People Watching
People Watching & Percolators
The Lake Anne Coffee House
Lake Anne Village Center, Reston
Want to know what is happening in Reston, or who is responsible for it all, visit a favorite Reston destination. The Lake Anne Coffee House, situated on the historic Washington Plaza, is quite possibly the best spot for people watching in Reston. Situated on Lake Anne with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, kick back with a sandwich, coffee or Java-based drink and watch the locals stroll by. It is not only a favorite hangout for many of Reston's first residents, but also a favorite hangout for many of Reston's young residents, especially the ones who grew up in the area. For more information call 703-481-9766.
All In One Place
Reston Town Center
Take a seat at the outdoor plaza on Fountain Square, next to the large fountain sporting the statue of Mercury, and see people from all walks of life walk right by you. If you do not feel like sitting, a stroll through Reston Town Center any time of year and any time of day or night, will result in seeing hundreds of people ice skating, wining, dining, walking their dogs, playing in the parks or taking a break from the busyness of everyday business.
Dog Parks
Doggedly Free
Baron Cameron Dog Park
11300 Baron Cameron Ave., Reston
Turn your K-9 loose in a Fairfax County-supported dog park. On any given day, residents from all over the area come out to the Baron Cameron Dog Park to let their dogs burn off some energy and socialize with their neighbors. These are off-leash facilities that provide the opportunity for fun puppy play and friendly frolicking. See all varieties of breeds and sizes. For more information about rules, regulations and hours of operations visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/offleash.htm. Also checkout Chandon Dog Park in Herndon.
Other Fun Stuff
Pose with Reston's Founder
"Bronze Bob"
Lake Anne Village Center, Reston
While visitors to Lake Anne Village Center may have a decent chance of bumping into Reston's Founder, Robert E. Simon, who lives at Lake Anne's Heron House, they can be sure to get a picture with him. What is affectionately known as "Bronze Bob" greets all who enter the heart of the village center in Washington Plaza. "Bronze Bob," a statute of Simon smiling and sitting on a bench, is a recent addition to the center. The statue, which is just a stone's throw away from the shores of Lake Anne, is perfect for fun photos with the family or just a good spot to sit and relax.
Rev Your Curiosity
Car Shows
Reston Town Center
Occassionally parts of Market Street in Reston Town Center close down for spectacular car shows. Enthusiasts from many of the Washington region's auto clubs bring the best and most interesting aspects of their garages for display and a competition on Market Street. The past two years' participants included a mid-Atlantic Ferrari club and a Washington area Jaguar club.
'Tis the Season
Santa Claus Comes to Town Center
Market Street, Reston Town Center
Cheer the area's civic and nonprofit organizations, youth groups and students prior to welcoming Santa and Mrs. Claus to Reston Town Center on a horse drawn carriage during the annual Reston Holiday Parade. The parade stretches down Market Street and features Macy's style balloons, dance groups, ponies and classic cars. It takes place every year the Friday after Thanksgiving and draws thousands out for it. Children visit with Santa after the event.
Santa Arrives by Barge
Washington Plaza, Lake Anne Village Center
Welcome Santa Claus as he disembarks on historic Washington Plaza from Lake Anne. The event traditionally occurs on the first Saturday of December and gathers Reston's first citizens at Reston's first village center.
Tree Lighting Ceremonies
Reston Town Center and Lake Anne Village Center
Mix holiday spirit with community spirit and be a part of the Christmas Tree lighting ceremonies at Reston Town Center and Lake Anne Village Center after their respective holiday celebrations.
Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
Reston Town Center
Instead of using your feet to stroll down Market Street, let the horses use theirs. Sit back and enjoy the vistas of a holiday-decorated Reston Town Center in horse drawn carriage. Rides take place between noon and 4 p.m. and are $5 per person. Children 12 and under are free.
Alternative Gifts Market
Unitarian Universalist Church in Reston, 1625 Wiehle Ave.
Don't know what to get a loved one for the holidays? Want to help deserving local, national and international organizations perform their work? Visit the largest alternative gifts market in the Washington metropolitan area at Reston Unitarian Universalist Church. Buy school supplies for children in Peru or for children in your area in somebody else's name. Receive an informational card explaining the project supported in the name of the person you are gifting. The market takes place on a Saturday in December.
Traditional German Christmas Market
Bundeswehr Headquarters in Reston, 11150 Sunrise Valley Drive
Experience a traditional German Christmas market with an evening of fine German wining and dining and singing and dancing at the Bundeswehr, German Armed Forces, North American headquarters in Reston. The market is held each December as a charitable fundraiser. Reston Interfaith has been one of the organizations to benefit from the traditional market.

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Four Georgia Men Arrested in Sioux Falls Forgery Scheme
Four men from Georgia, all in their 20s, are charged in a forgery scheme in Sioux Falls that police say involved dozens of checks and tens of thousands of dollars in losses to banks and other businesses.
Information Officer Sam Clemens says the four are accused of passing bogus checks over the past several weeks and enlisting the help of transients:
Clemens says police believe the scheme involved 48 counterfeit checks and an estimated $150,000 in losses to the victims but he says it's not known how the men obtained the checks in the first place. He says the men, ranging in age from 21 to 28 and two from Atlanta and two from Decatur, Georgia, are each charged with nine counts of possession of a forged instrument, and he says more charges are possible.


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Insurgo Theater specializes in improv, but Marko Westwood proved on Feb. 2 that he's not so bad at it, either. When an elderly couple that lives below Westwood had their rent money stolen, Westwood organized a last-minute benefit concert to keep the couple from being evicted.
"THANKS," a concert featuring dancers from Westwood's Repertory Dance Theater and performers from the Insurgo troupe, was the result. Tickets were $10 at the door and a donation box was made available on Insurgo's homepage with the goal of collecting the $400 minimum payment.
All told, the effort was reciprocated with $820.
Considering the short notice, the cohesion in the show was impressive. Insurgo kicked in several scenes from their erotic Shakespeare rendition called "Twelfth Night," which was a wise plug for current and upcoming shows. Other improv skits from their "Improvious Bastards" series illuminated the breadth and talent of the performers and were fantastically funny to watch.
Dance numbers made up about a quarter of the show. "You Can't Get a Man with a Gun," previously performed in a show at the Onyx in January, made an appearance and featured Serena Bartholomew and Petrina Olson. Olson also performed "Gravity," a contemporary number full of lyrical swings and falls. Marko and Megan Westwood performed "Always/again," an amazingly poignant study in dependence and separation. "Inner Sanctum on the Outside of My Sleeve," by Jewel Racquel, centered around a red plywood cube and concluded the show in appropriate avant garde fashion.
Mick Axelrod performed several installments of "Wordsplay," a charismatic and literary riff on the oh-so-eloquent English language — think rap, 17th-century style. The acts were both lexically aloof and conversational, an interesting juxtaposition that made them quite enjoyable. Ava Galore's vocals were excellent as well in "Wherever He Ain't," a strong character number backed by a voice that can't be knocked. Geo Nikols lip-synced to "Billie Jean" and graciously kept the program from getting too serious.
Quirky comedy was well represented and well received. Sam Craner performed "The Date," a skit about a man preparing a candle-lit dinner when his date cancels at the last minute. Rosalie Miletich Ellis and Dave Surrate took the cake for acts that induced a head-tip, a wrinkled brow and a laugh. "The Interview" took place between an interviewer and a potential employee, who would spontaneously switch into canine mode and bark and growl at the interviewer. The doggie-style skit was just barely on this side of palatable, which is, of course, exactly how Insurgo likes it.
So despite the short notice and the hodge-podge program, the show was a success in more ways than one. Perhaps Westwood and the Insurgo gang should produce impromptu concerts more often. They certainly have a knack for it.


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The Boxer is a German-Dutch multirole armoured fighting vehicle designed to accomplish a number of operations through the use of installable mission modules. It is produced by the ARTEC GmbH (ARmoured vehicle TEChnology) industrial group, and the programme is being managed by OCCAR (Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation). ARTEC GmbH is seated in Munich, its parent companies are Krauss-Maffei Wegmann and Rheinmetall on the German side, and Stork PWV (now also a subsidiary of Rheinmetall) for the Netherlands. Other names are GTK (Gepanzertes Transport Kraftfahrzeug; armoured transport vehicle) Boxer and "MRAV" for Multirole Armoured Vehicle The Boxer is an eight-wheeled MRAV, easily dwarfing most contemporary vehicles with its size. At 33 ton combat weight, it is also about 10 tons heavier than many other contemporary vehicles within the same role. It is designed to carry out a variety of utility missions with maximum flexibility; this is achieved via several different "mission modules" specialized for various tasks which are available separately from the vehicle. The base vehicle is independent of the modules, and modules can be interchanged within an hour. Each module incorporates a primary safety cell with a triple floor
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High Speed Sandwich Line Depositors Are USDA Approved
Manufacturers can deposit and spread condiments like ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise and sauces as well as sandwich salads like tuna, egg and chicken onto bread, buns, tortillas or dough at a high rate of speed and with Hinds-Bock's family of USDA-approved Servo Pump Fillers. According to the company, the model 2P-01 (shown to the right) can deposit condiments at speeds up to 334 per minute over a two lane conveyor.
The Hinds Bock Servo Pump Fillers can be cleaned in place. A color operator interface screen allows operators to select the depositor settings by entering a recipe. The operator interface allows for quick changes and can repeatedly adjust the length of spread, deposit amount and speed.


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3.) "Band Structures and Pseudopotential Form Factors for Fourteen Semiconductors of the Diamond and Zinc-blende Structures", Marvin L. Cohen and T.K. Bergstresser, Phys. Rev. 141, 2, p. 556, 1966.
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Justin Bieber's hometown of Stratford, Ontario has a population of about 31,000. At last count, the equivalent of seven Stratfords (or 0.4% of his Twitter followers) want authorities to strap him on the back of a Mounty and send him home.
"We the people of the United States feel that we are being wrongly represented in the world of pop culture," the petitioner wrote from Detroit last week after Bieber was booked in Miami Beach. "We would like to see the dangerous, reckless, destructive and drug-abusing Justin Bieber deported and his green card revoked."
The "Deport Justin Bieber" movement has become the most popular of all open White House petitions. Now the government is compelled to follow through on its policy to respond to any that surpass 100,00 signatures. The "We the People" system was launched back in 2011 with an original signature threshold of 5,000. The minimum has since been raised, presumably, to weed out some of the nut-jobs.
Bieber can take heart in the fact that a counter-attack was launched Thursday. The "Do Not Deport Justin Bieber" petition already has 322 signatures, though that will surely change in a hurry if Beliebers catch wind when they wake up from nap time.
All of this may seem like a silly waste of time. After all, Bieber is here on an O-1 visa, which is reserved for "individuals with an extraordinary ability in the arts or extraordinary achievement in motion picture or television industry." It would take some sort of violent crime to violate that. An assault on the ears doesn't count.
But the government has responded to sillier petitions. For instance, a request to "release the recipe for the Honey Ale home brewed at the White House" cracked the 5,000-signature threshold, so the White House assistant chef responded with the recipe.
"George Washington brewed beer and distilled whiskey at Mount Vernon and Thomas Jefferson made wine but there's no evidence that any beer has been brewed in the White House," he wrote.
Then there's the infamous Death Star request and its 34,435 signatures. Paul Shawcross, chief of the science and space branch at the White House Office of Management and Budget, responded with just the right amount of earnestness.
- The construction of the Death Star has been estimated to cost more than $850,000,000,000,000,000. We're working hard to reduce the deficit, not expand it.
- The Administration does not support blowing up planets.
- Why would we spend countless taxpayer dollars on a Death Star with a fundamental flaw that can be exploited by a one-man starship?
Here are five other petitions awaiting response. Most of them have been around for many months. Within a few days, all of them were easily surpassed by "Deport Justin Bieber" in terms of the number of signatures garnered.
1. Declare Muslim Brotherhood organization as a terrorist group
Created: July 7, 2013 Signatures: 202,293
Petitioners on why we should: "Muslim Brotherhood has a long history of violent killings and terrorizing opponents. Also MB has direct ties with most terrorist groups like Hamas. A book by one of their prominent figures, Sayyid Qutb, called Ma'alim fi-l-Tariq is the bible for many terrorist groups."
2. Pardon Edward Snowden
Created: July 9, 2013 Signatures: 149,773
Petitioners on why we should: "Edward Snowden is a national hero and should be immediately issued a full, free, and absolute pardon for any crimes he has committed or may have committed related to blowing the whistle on secret NSA surveillance programs."
3. Impose personal sanctions on president of Ukraine Viktor Yanukovych
Created: November 26, 2013 Signatures: 139,270
Petitioners on why we should: "We cannot accept the fact that President of Ukraine Viktor Yanukovych and his government deny the right of the people of Ukraine to become closer to the Western civilization."
4. Remove offensive statue in Glendale, CA public park
Created: December 11, 2013 Signatures: 126,639
Petitioners on why we should: "It is a statue of a Comfort Women masquerading as a peace statue while in essence after reading the inscription it is promoting hate towards the people and nation of Japan."
5. Allow Tesla Motors to sell directly to consumers in all 50 states
Created: June 5, 2013 Signatures: 126,668
Petitioners on why we should: "The state legislators are trying to unfairly protect automobile dealers in their states from competition. Tesla /quotes/zigman/118681/delayed /quotes/nls/tsla TSLA is providing competition, which is good for consumers."
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text: At 06:33 AM 3/2/2006, Jim Lux wrote: >Circuit breakers have a "time to trip" that varies inversely with the >amount of overload. The actual "must trip" level is somewhat above the >rated current, and they're typically rated at 125%, 200% and sometimes >even higher. They'll trip a lot faster at 200% than at 125% overload. Found some typical times.. no trip at 100% load, 1 hour trip time at 135% of rated capacity, 5 seconds-40 seconds at 200%, down to tenths of a second at 1000% (that's at a 40C breaker temperature, by the way) If you're tripping breakers when you fire up all those computers, you've got a real problem. So you can see why they want the actual wiring to be rated at substantially more than the breaker current rating. The heating in the wiring (and at connections,plugs, and receptacles, which is usually where the problems are) goes as the square of the current, so at that 135% overload, the heating it almost twice what it is at rated load. here's a sample trip time vs overload chart: http://epub1.rockwellautomation.com/images/gl2/p1966603.gif but that's probably more information than you needed. And what is this list for, if not a surfeit of information on obscure topics that are only tangentially related to computing. >_______________________________________________ James Lux, P.E. Spacecraft Radio Frequency Subsystems Group Flight Communications Systems Section Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Mail Stop 161-213 4800 Oak Grove Drive Pasadena CA 91109 tel: (818)354-2075 fax: (818)393-6875


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DTP PMC and Project Lead Meeting Minutes: March 26, 2007
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- DTP 1.5M6 status: built this morning and tested on M6 stream
- Built on 1.4VM, Eclipse 3.2.2 (as usual): no errors
- Test build on 1.5VM, Eclipse 3.3M6, emf-sdo-xsd-SDK-I200703221305, GEF-ALL-I20070323-0853: no errors
- Initial testing on Eclipse 3.3M6 looks OK, with only one serious bug noted in SQL Dev.
- Barring any show-stop errors in frameworks, we will promote this build to "integration" today, for consuming Europa projects
- Thursday night is the last chance to make changes for Friday's M6 promotion to Europa
- Obviously, any changes at this point need to be carefully tested and verified
- DTP version numbers going forward: Current thinking is to advance "pointwise" in a conservative manner based on the platform policy sent around last week by Sheila. Going forward, note that API changes do not require a "major" DTP version update, but rather the appropriate adjustment to the plug-in version. All API changes, however, should be documented by community requests/discussions before being applied.
- Refer to last week's PMC meeting notes for the new DTP version "Ganymede." The notes describe why this version was added and how it should be used. Committers can start shuffling BZ items into this new version at any time.
- Individual project status


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Spray-Painted Tassel
With just a can of silver spray paint, you can transform a humble straw hat into a chic make-it-yourself accessory you'll use all season.
Photography: Johnny Miller
Source: Martha Stewart Living, June 2012
Working outside to avoid breathing in fumes, quickly and evenly spray items you wish to spray-paint with silver paint (if spraying slippers, cover the insides with paper to protect them from paint), and let it dry for a few hours. For a more subtle shine, you can simply add metallic tassels to a woven bag. Use pieces on weekends at the beach or around town, and be ready for friends and strangers to ask, "Where did you get that?"
Get our how-to for tassels below. You can spray-paint more than just accessories. Dress up your storage containers with our spray-painted straw baskets.
Some of our favorite pieces for this project: Straw round market bag, megcohendesign.com. Shapeable Lindu Western hat, broner.com. Braided straw slippers, pearlriver.com. La Vie Sophia Moroccan basket, jeannebeatrice.com. Raffia, in Pearlized Bright Silver, etsy.com/shop/beladonnabeads.
Heavy card stock, cardboard, or foam board
Silver raffia
Silver thread
Cut a board from card stock (ours was 4 inches wide); the board should be double the length of the desired tassel. Wind raffia tightly around board 14 times or until you reach desired fullness (tassel will be twice as full as the loop around board).
Lay a 10-inch length of thread horizontally on work surface. Slide wound raffia off board, and center it on thread. Tie thread into a tight knot around middle of looped raffia.
Pull ends of the 10-inch thread upward and the wound raffia downward. Cut through looped ends to create fringe; adjust into tassel shape.
Cut a 12-inch length of thread to wrap tassel neck: Fashion 1 end of thread into a loop, then lay loop on tassel. Grasp the other end, and wrap it tightly around tassel and over the top of the loop to secure it. Wrap slowly, working from the top of the neck down, so neck threads lie evenly next to one another.
After wrapping neck, pass end of thread through loop and gently pull loop closed, tucking ends into the head of the tassel. Trim tassel ends. Use the tie-off threads on top of the tassel to attach it to your project. For a how-to with step-by-step photos, see How to Tie a Tassel.


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I used to do these back during the "We Believe" days and I thought itd be a fun thing to resurrect and compare. It's simply your midseason progress report on how the team has performed. What grade would you assign this team, by position? I'll start the ball:
Andrew Bogut, Andris Biedrins, Festus Ezeli
Expectation is the pregnancy of disappointment. Such can said regarding the center situation in Golden State. While vastly improved from years past, the hype coming into the season regarding Warrior heavyweights has fallen short. Andrew Bogut has already shown flashes of what will eventually be regarded as the best production out of the 5 spot Golden State has had in 20 years, but unfortunately he hasn't been able to suit up for more than just over 10 games. Festus Ezeli was billed as a force before the season and, through a combination of inconsistent play and unreliable minutes, hasn't been able to show us much thus far - even missing the cut for the Rookie-Sophomore game despite starting more games than most rookie centers. Shockingly, Biedrins has been the most pleasant surprise of the season, regaining a shade of his former form and rebounding well. Never the less, the center brigade has been largely bailed out by 4's sliding up and filling the void. I look for the 5 spot to improve exponentially with the return of Bogut's minutes and hopefully some more development from Ezeli, but as far as grades, you can't really say the Warriors have gotten anything more than average production out of their 5's to start the year.
Overall Grade: C-
David Lee, Carl Landry, Jeremy Tyler
Led by all-star David Lee, whose pacing the league in both 20-and-10 games as well as double-doubles, you'd be hard pressed to find a roster with better power forward production than Golden State. Starting with #10, who has improved not only his usual strengths, but also his defense and his already-slick-passing, the Warriors have a starter-in-waiting on the bench named Carl Landry who adds a legitimate flavor to the mix in the form of unguardable single-coverage post scoring, not to mention better than advertised shot-blocking, and a work horse mentality that rubs off on the entire second unit. Tyler is simply an afterthought, as Lee and Landry are more than enough at the 4 and even when one of them slides up to center, Draymond Green has managed to tween his way to the larger 4 with famous results (most notably, a killer nose for rebounding). If it isn't obvious, it should be: the best power forward tandem in the league wears the blue and gold.
Overall Grade: A+
Harrison Barnes, Draymond Green, Richard Jefferson
Largely a rookie position this year, Golden State's SF spot has been reliable even without Brandon Rush coming in for 25 minutes a game. Harrison Barnes hasn't quite thrown his name in ROY talks, but at 10 and 6 with solid defense and sporadically electric spurts of explosive offense and rebounding, fans are unanimously happy to have tanked enough games to secure him as the small forward of the future. Draymond Green has also been a tremendous selection, providing tough inch-for-inch rebounding and has everything but the name tag in terms of being Golden State's new enforcer. Green has garnered the reputation of a defensive irritant, getting in the face of established veterans, jawing at refs and opponents, and best of all, never backing down. Richard Jefferson may be living off his AARP card, but even watered down he still flashes moments where fans can see just what an incredibly gifted player he once was... Although he's also been prone to overshoot when he fancies himself as the best scorer of the second unit. If this were a rookie grading thread, the position gets an A, but overall, the kids are staying within their roles and the old man has done his part to chip in. Above-average start to the year with the potential to be much more.
Overall Grade: B-
Klay Thompson, Kent Bazemore
Sophomore slump and all, Thompson is still a gunner whom all teams write on their white board before the game. How many squads have a 2nd year player who can drop 60 points in 2 games as a third option? Finding a constant shooting stroke without the luxury of having all the looks that Curry or Lee get is a difficult task and although Thompson has had a huge string of ugly shooting nights, he's also set the net on fire, which is the nature of the beast. The bottom line is this: Klay Thompson and Steph Curry get the lions share of shooting guard minutes (key word being 'shooting') and they are 5th and 1st in three-pointers made per game. The difference? Curry is 3rd in the league in 3P%, while Klay is 39th. Overall, Thompson is an asset, a 16 point guy at nearly 40% on his treys, but he's definitely slumped enough to keep this grade from being anywhere near an A. Bazemore has been a nice addition and could use more minutes as the team's replacement for Dominic McGuire; the lock-down perimeter defender who has, thus far, only seen situational action.
Overall Grade: B
Stephen Curry, Jarrett Jack, Charles Jenkins
Much like the PF spot, few teams are as stacked as the Warriors at the point. The NBA's unanimously worst all-star snub, Steph Curry has emerged as the steal of the league with an $11 million per year contract while putting up numbers that only LeBron James and Russell Westbrook are matching. However, despite doing a better job than Monta Ellis ever did at disguising it, Curry can't break the 7 assist mark per game because he's actually a natural shooting guard. Enter Jarrett Jack; a floor general with vocal leadership and good enough size to guard 2's. Jack's 5.8, with Curry's 6.6, dimes per game add up to 12.4 assists a night out of the point guard spot. The Clippers, with similarly dangerous depth at the 1, get 12.7 assists between Paul and Bledsoe (but the scoring difference favors the Warriors' tandem, 33.7 to 26.3). Back to the assist category, OKC, likewise, gets 10.1 assists between Westbrook and Maynor. San Antonio sees 9.1 between Parker and Neal. However you slice it, the Warriors have a phenomenal twosome at the point and Jack has certainly been a catalyst to this offense.
Overall Grade: A-
Mark Jackson, Michael Malone
With only a small gripe about possibly taking too long to call timeouts, Mark Jackson has an excellent chance to win Coach of the Year if the Warriors' success holds up. Transforming the defense into a stingy, rotating, hustling, energetic foundation to this team's identity, after years of risk-taking, cheating, and phoning it in, is marvelous. Taking the team from dead last in rebounding up to the top 10 is pure wizardry. The offense has been praised by national analysts for its great passing and TEAM emphasized play; drawing comparison to the coach at the helm who always made the right pass out there. Even the X's and O's being drawn up by Michael Malone have paid off; as evident by the Heat game where MM's wizardry bested a career NBA stopper (Shane Battier). Jackson has been vocal, motivational, he represents the team famously and eloquently, and I am 100% satisfied with the job he has done, from handling the rookie, to managing Steph and Bogut's minutes, to forcing mismatches for Barnes and Landry, to recognizing his strengths by running options to Bogut and Lee... The pluses for Jackson are endless in my opinion. Easy A for the coach... MAMA THERE GOES THAT MAN!
Overall Grade: A
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The progress report is fair, overall Jackson has coached well, just lately not sure about his rotations.
Don't see no impact-full trades coming so warriors need to figure things out internally.
The progress report is fair, overall Jackson has coached well, just lately not sure about his rotations.
Don't see no impact-full trades coming so warriors need to figure things out internally.


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R.I.P: Beastie Boys Co-Founder Adam Yauch Dies After BAttling Cancer At 47!
"According to breaking-news reports this morning from Rolling Stone and TMZ, Adam "MCA" Yauch, co- founder of Grammy-winners and recent Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees the Beastie Boys, has died at age 47. Yauch is survived by his wife and daughter. As of this writing, it is unclear if his death is related to the cancer he was treated for in 2009. Yauch revealed he had cancer in a salivary gland in his neck in July 2009, which delayed the group's touring plans and scheduled September 2009 release of Hot Sauce Committee, Pt. 1. The album, later titled Hot Sauce Committee, Pt. 2, eventually came out in April 2011. Last year, Yauch announced that he was optimistic about treatment, but was not yet cancer-free."- Yahoo
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Watching the legislative process in Washington can be as unappealing as watching sausages being made. But it helps if you know what to watch and what not to watch.
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When it comes to legislation to avoid the fiscal cliff, there is certainly no shortage of people watching. Earlier this week, Ben Bernanke joined the chorus of economists urging the government to find a timely solution to the problem. This is consistent with comments Bernanke has made previously, which indicate that he knows all too well that whatever power the Fed has to affect the economy via monetary policy will be overwhelmed at this point by decisions about fiscal policy.
The key details
So far, the fiscal cliff standoff has been surprisingly short on new rhetoric, let alone action. Think of this as the opening moments of a boxing match, when the fighters circle each other looking for an opening. As you wait for developments to begin, here is a quick guide to watching the fiscal cliff negotiations:
- Don't read the rumors. The politicians involved are well aware that this is a spectator sport. They will make statements designed to influence public opinion, and leak information to make themselves look good. Just remember that until a deal is done, any public statements or rumors are just smoke and mirrors.
- Think of the financial markets as a hammer. The stock market has had some crazy days lately as it tries to anticipate the outcome of the fiscal cliff negotiations: down more than 300 points on November 7, down 185 points on November 14, then up more than 200 points on November 19. This kind of erratic behavior can be hard to watch -- especially the losses. It helps to remember that the financial markets act as a kind of hammer in these situations -- they pound home the message that there will be financial consequences to Washington's actions. This hammer is one of the few things politicians on both sides of the aisle pay attention to.
- Don't forget about the rest of the world. Important as the fiscal cliff is, there is an outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East, and continuing developments in the European financial crisis. In today's world, no event takes place in isolation.
- Realize that the deadline may not be such a deadline. January 1, 2013 is widely reported as the deadline for a solution, because that's when a package of tax increases and budget cuts would take effect if there is no further action. The truth is, that's not such a hard deadline. Tax breaks passed during the year can be made retroactive to the start of the year, and budget cuts phase in over an extended period of time. It turns out the fiscal cliff is more of a long downhill slope.
Through it all, just remember that it doesn't ultimately matter how ugly it is to watch the sausage being made. What matters is whether the end product is any good.
Ultimately, the yield on your savings account next year may reflect the tale of the fiscal cliff and the government's approach to avoiding it. If rates fall still further, it may be a sign that things didn't go especially well.
The original article can be found at Money-Rates.com:A spectator's guide to fiscal cliff negotiations


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This dates from a time when herbs were scarce in the winter; when spring arrived, people would be desperate for any micronutrients they could find, especially in the far north, and they would crave the bitter taste of the year's newest greens and weeds. If you know what you're looking for, you can make delicious salads from a huge variety of greens. The traditional seven greens might include some of the following: chives, sorrel, wood sorrel, scorzonera or salsify leaves, mache, parsley, ground elder, samphire, wild arugula, chervil, the last of the kale, overwintered spinach, fava bean greens, or tiny dandelion greens collected while they still have strange violet-purple and red colors and resemble tiny octopus.–Camilla Plum
LC We Confess Note
We left something out of Camilla Plum's lovely recipe. Intentionally. Her original called for hard-cooked eggs and a creamy, roux-based, mustard sauce of sorts in addition to the vinaigrette. Forgive us, Camilla, but we found a sparer incarnation of this recipe, one that lets the inspired and eclectic taste of each of its seven greens shout out, to be a little more compelling—not to mention practical. Heck, this time of year, we've even dispensed with the vinaigrette, relying instead on the simplest dribble of oil to slick the greens. The salad is delicate enough to go with eggs sunnyside up and sturdy enough to withstand a side of steak. Still, for those who'd rather not forsake Scandinavian tradition, we tucked those extra ingredients aside, beneath the recipe. Far be it from us to dictate how you take your weeds.
Seven Greens Salad
- Quick Glance
- Serves 4
- 4 cups mixed spring greens, preferably from the greenmarket
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1. Rinse the greens under cool running water very carefully. Let them dry on a clean dish towel.
- 2. Whisk together the oil, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Place the greens in a colander or a large serving bowl, dribble with the dressing, and gently toss.
The Original Way Variation:
- For those who can't fathom a salad greens without a little more sustenance, this approach is for you.
- Put 4 eggs on to boil. Keep a close eye on them as you want them almost but not completely hard-cooked. Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat, without letting it color. Mix in 2 tablespoons flour, stirring it constantly, and let it bubble for a minute to cook away the floury taste. Add 1 3/4 cups whole milk to the pan, a little at a time, taking care to incorporate it thoroughly before adding any more. Let the sauce simmer, stirring almost constantly, for about 10 minutes. You can add more milk if the sauce is very thick—it must be pourable. Drain the eggs, rinse under cool running water, peel and halve lengthwise. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add 4 tablespoons coarse-grain mustard, 2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard, salt, and pepper. The sauce must not boil again after the mustards are added, or the taste will disappear. Let cool ever so slightly and then spoon just a little onto the greens. Top each serving with an egg.
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