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appy May!

So many great things happen in May…May Day, Lei Day, Cinco de Mayo, Towel Day, VE Day, Golden Spike Day, Nurses Day…but perhaps most importantly, May is a great month to be in Lyon Park!

Spring is here!…redbud trees funded by the Neighborhood Conservation bond are in full bloom, and young trees provided by both the Arlington tree planting program and the LPCA tree grant program are sprout-ing their leaves. It’s a time of rejuvenation and reflection, especially with the recent celebration of Earth Day. In the spirit of that theme, and noting that we have only one chance to get this earth experiment right,

our May 8th LPCA meeting will focus on energy and sustainability in our residences. We’ll have four dynamic guest speakers representing Arlington County, non-profits and industry. This will be a great program for learning about energy saving incentives and techniques for your home. I hope to see you there!

The 89th Annual Lyon Park Spring Fair is on May 18! This makes it 89 years in a row! Come on out and support the Community Center and its upcoming renovation…see you in the park!

—Elliott D. MandelPresident

Lyon Park Citizens Association

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Lyon Park & Ashton Heights Home and Garden Tour!

Sunday, May 5th1:00-4:00 pm

All tours start at the Lyon Park Community House

Advance ticket prices: $25, on May 5th $35

LPCA Members $20To get tickets email

[email protected] or [email protected]

Mark your calendar for:

Villas & Vistas

The Lyon Park Woman’s Club Spring Bakesale last month was a huge hit! Check out the happy faces above and the gourmet cupcakes!

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The Newsletter of the Lyon Park Citizens Association

The month of May is known for flowers! It is also the month of Mother’s Day,the Kentucky Derby, Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day, Lyon Park’s annual Spring Fair, Villas & Vistas and lovely weather!

Agenda for LPCA May 8th Meeting

7:30 PM (7:15 PM social)• Bring a spring like snack to share!

Elliott loves chocolate covered bananas!

• Introductions• Announcements• Program: Energy and Sustainability

in the Home — (four dynamic guest speakers!)

Lyon Park

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The Lyon Park Citizens Association414 N. Fillmore St. Arlington, VA 22201

LPCA ExECutivE CoMMittEE

PresidentElliott Mandel (703) [email protected]/Neighborhood ConservationNatalie Roy (703) [email protected]/ProgramsElizabeth Sheehy (703) [email protected]/DevelopmentErik Gutshall (703) [email protected] Anhut, Jr. (703) [email protected]/HistorianKathleen McSweeney (703) [email protected] Robinson (703) [email protected] ChairRobbie Brehaut [email protected] at LargeLarry Mayer (703) [email protected] [email protected] Committee Co-ChairsBess [email protected] Abbott:[email protected] PreparednessLaureen [email protected] CENtEr BoArD oF GovErNorS

Jeannette Wick, Chair (703) [email protected]

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Police LiaisonStephanie & Bob [email protected] Center rental AgentShirley Larson (703) [email protected] Alliance representativeDebbie Kaplan [email protected] [email protected] Federation repsSteve Geiger (703) 522-0026Erik Gutshall (703) 276-0809Larry Mayer (703) 525-8921Michael O’Connor (703) 525-3469Natalie Roy (703) 524-4119Jim Turpin (703) 248-6988Doorways for Women and Families LiaisonErik Gutshall (703) 276-0809Newsletter EditorNatalie Roy, [email protected] EditorSusan Robinson, [email protected] DesignLance Marburger, [email protected] Roy, Michael O’Connor

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LPCA monthly minutes can now be found online at www.lyonparkcitizens.org

April Meeting NotesBy KATHLEEN McSWEENEy

Printed on recycled paper

• Robbie Behault sent a message via Elliott, asking that people remember our dues year goes from October to Septem-ber every year. If you pay your dues now, the payment will be applied to the current year, which means you will be paid through September 2013. If you pay now and have already paid 2013 dues, your payment will be applied to next year’s dues (beginning October 2013).

Police report – report from officer St. JohnOfficer St John indicated that he and other police were on bike detail today. They are focusing on the area around the Nellie Custis trail, where a number of robber-ies have been occurring. Officer St. John requested that anyone who is the victim of crime report it immediately – waiting due to embarrassment or shock is not a good idea, and reduces the chances of catch-ing the criminals. No serious crimes within Lyon Park; the last one was the accidental shooting a few months ago. DUIs always occur, and the police are out regularly to catch drivers who may have been drinking, especially on Pershing between Washington Blvd and Glebe Road.

Development report – Equity residentialErik Gutshall, the VP of Development for the LPCA, reminded members of the history of the property, first with Abbey Road Develop-ers, and then with Equity Residential, the owners of Sheffield Court. The property changed hands in 2010. The 2201 N Persh-ing Drive development abuts Sheffield Court.

The developer appeared at the LPCA meet-ing to discuss the businesses that will go in on the ground floor, and are asking the LPCA to support their request to obtain a site plan amendment to NOT have a grocer as origi-nally planned. The developer presented with Walsh Colucci and Rappaport Developers who have been filling the retail space. Site plans were approved in January 2008, and included a condition for a grocert store. 2201 contains 190 units with ground floor retail. Residential units are now almost fully leased.

Under the site plan, the corner spot should hold a grocery store. Rappaport has had no luck with the major grocery retailers. Two of the biggest concerns were the current saturation of the local market, and the lack

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Who is invited? If you would like to have fun playing golf and wish to support the renovation of the Lyon Park Com-munity House—you are invited!!

What? A friendly golf tournament for men and women golfers of all skill levels. Couples are encouraged to play. Cap-tain’s choice team scramble format

When? Sunday, June 23, 2013, 1 PM Shotgun Start

Where? South Riding Golf Club. Beautiful Dan Maples design, well maintained and conveniently located just south of Dulles Airport. A great golf course!

How? Reserve your place in the tournament by mailing your payment and application below. Entry fee of $125 per person pays for golf, golf cart, range balls, picnic dinner after golf, prizes and includes a $35 tax deductible donation toward the renovation of the Lyon Park Community House. Invite friends to join you or we will place you in a foursome with your neighbors!

Last Year’s Tournament raised over $1,700 and featured prizes generously donated by: Saul Centers/Lyon Place Apartments, Northside Social, Circa, Peete’s Pizza, Whitlow’s on Wilson, South Riding Golf Club, Ri Ra Irish Pub, Pacers, John Marshall Bank and our own Jeannette Wick!

Mail application and check, $125 per player, ($35 of which is a tax deductible donation) payable to “Lyon Park Com-munity Center” to: Lyon Park / Ashton Heights Golf Tourney c/o Bill Anhut 929 N. Cleveland St Arlington, VA 22201

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If you’re looking for exercise, history, and architecture all in one adventure, take the walkabout through Lyon Park. The route is an easy 2.3 miles, and narrative is provided by Scott Sowers, a former Lyon Park resident who is now an actor in New York City. Colonial Revival, Tudor,

Sears-Roebuck catalog, four-square, and Cape Cod homes are all part of the tour. A little history of the Lyon Park community is also provided. You’ll walk by Lyon Park, Clay Park, and Rockwell Park too. Rockwell Park is shown as “Mrs. Allen’s Field” on the map, but it is now an official Arlington Park, thanks to the generosity of neighbor Ruth Rockwell.

http://www.walkarlington.com/pages/walkabouts/lyon-park/

Don’t stop with Lyon Park. The Walk Arlington Web site has more than twenty similar neighborhood walkabouts. The newest walk-about, Bluemont/Bon Air debuted on April 28, 2013. Find your next walking adventure here:

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e are about to be invaded by 17 year cicadas which emerge from the ground

by the thousands every 17 years. The cicada nymphs hang out in trees, shrubs, and other plants, and then molt into adulthood. Adult males congregate in loud choruses, and fly together in search of females. Should you be concerned about damage to your trees? Yes and no. The cicadas will feed on your tree’s leaves and egg laying by mated females does damage tree bark. The female cicada excavates a channel in small twigs or branches and deposits her eggs in the slit, effectively splitting the branch open. The ends of affected branches will brown and wilt. For most trees, there is no need to be concerned. The tree will look damaged for the rest of the growing season, but will bounce back next year. I have read ar-ticles suggesting young trees be protected with netting like mosquito netting. You are to drape the netting over the entire tree canopy, and

secure it to the trunk so no cicadas can crawl under the opening. Your netting will need to be in place before the cicadas emerge; remove it once all the cicadas are gone.

Where do you find this netting? Good ques-tion. I’ve not yet found a website that sells netting for trees. (Bird nets will be ineffective) The products I saw require some fabrication

to cover a tree. If you haven’t found netting by the time you read this article, you likely are too late anyway. What to do? Relax. Don’t spray insecticide. Marvel at the wonder of the spectacle of millions of cicadas visiting us. Your trees will survive as most trees have, for hundreds of prior visits by cicadas over the years.

If you are planning to plant a new tree this year, wait until the fall, a better time to plant a tree.

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the Cicadas are Coming!!

CongratulationsJacqueline Rose Anhut

Upon your graduation fromSt. Joseph’s University, Philadelphia,

Pennsylvania

We are very proud of you for what you have accomplished and

wish you success as you start your career in social media marketing.

Love,Mom and Dad(Dale and Bill)


otice something new outside our school? It’s the 5th grade project. Isn’t it fantastic! Artist Kevin Reese, same artist of

the library sculpture, came in April to work with our students. He incorporates art, team work, physics and math when designing the sculptures. Check out his website to see other great sculptures, get more info, or read up about the artist himself at www.schools-culptures.com.

At our April PTA meeting we had an interesting guest speaker, SamEisen, who presented “Yes, You Can Raise Financially Aware Kids”. He discussed why it is important that kids understand money, allowance and money management. He opened with a quote by James E. Stowers Jr., founder of American Century Investments, ”It is important that your children learn what they can do with money early in life so they will apply the lessons learned at home as they face the real world in future years.” A survey of high school stu-dents revealed that 88% of what they learned about money came from their parents. It makes you think, What am I teaching my kids about money? Have you been wondering when to start giving al-lowance, or how much? For more info click on: www.yesyoucanon-line.info for more information.

Dates to remember:Tuesday, May 7 – PTA meeting in the library – 6pmTuesday, June 4 – PTA meeting in the library – 6pm

Saturday, June 8 - Spring Fair – 4pmTuesday, June 11 - Violin Recital in the music room – 7pm Wednesday, June 12 – Spring concert (chorus & instrumentalists) in the gym – 9:30am & 7pm

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The beautiful sculpture in front of Long Branch Elementary!

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Figures in SilkBy Vanora BennettHarper, 2010. Paperback ISBN 978-0-06-168985-7, 441pp. $10 Amazon.

ennett has captured the silk market of London in the late15th Century.

Moreover she has interwoven silk into the history of the kings and queens of England by making her heroine, Isa-bel, the sister of a real character, Jane Shore, mistress of King Edward IV. In her recounting, the skeins of real and fictional life intertwine smoothly and intriguingly. The girls’ father, John Lambert, a successful London merchant, marries off his two daughters to other merchant families. Because Lambert has earlier loaned a considerable amount of money to Edward to support his effort to seize power from King Henry (a schizophrenic unable to rule), Edward attends Isabel’s wedding and is smitten with Jane, who truly was a stunningly beautiful woman.

During the shelling of London in an effort to unseat Edward, Isabel’s young husband is killed. Rather than return home where no one

listens to her, Isabel at 13 apprentices herself to her husband’s widowed mother, who is one of the prominent silkwomen of Lon-don. Bennett makes clear the status of silkwomen and spinsters who are not allowed to form guilds, like the men, but who do have legal standing to negotiate and sign commercial agreements for themselves. They have status and respect. Bennett also shows the hard work of weaving silk by recounting Isabel’s crushing first years of apprenticeship.

Isabel falls in love with Dickon, a small, dark, thin man, dressed in black, who unknown to her is the brother of the King. Gradually they evolve a long-term liaison and slowly Isabel learns who he is. Using her sister’s connection with the King, Isabel successfully lob-bies to obtain royal permission and financial support to build a silk industry secretly in London. The Italians exercise a tight monopoly over the industry and have prevented other nations from learning the skills necessary for creating and weaving silk.

After Edward dies suddenly, Richard, the protector of the two young princes, seizes the throne where he reigns unhappily for three years as Richard III until he himself is defeated by Henry Tu-dor. Richard essentially betrays Isabel’s love, while at the same time

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ashington Boulevard is Lyon Park’s busiest thoroughfare. Every day, thousands of drivers barrel down its four lanes,

headed for D.C., the Pentagon, Clarendon, or Falls Church. What most of them don’t know is that there’s a lovely little corner of Lyon Park right there on the side of the road.

Ann Brock has lived on Washington Boulevard since 1961. Along with her next-door neighbor Chris Thren and Chris’s daughter Sarah, she sat down to share her memories of the street and her side of the neighborhood. Each woman represents a different Lyon Park generation: Ann moved here in 1961, Chris in 1983, and Sarah – Chris’s daughter – was born in 1987 and grew up in Lyon Park. All three agree that their street has a particular neighborliness about it.

When Ann was raising her children, she knew many of her neigh-bors on Washington Boulevard and the nearby streets. “Dot Reese was a pillar of the community,” she recalls. “Fran Hobbs was an-other friend from down the street. Our kids went to school together, and she took care of my daughter during the day.” When Ann rebuilt her house last year, she found a plate of cookies on her front stoop, left by a neighbor down the street. As next-door neighbors, Ann has known Chris since she moved in, and has seen Sarah grow up; Sarah and Ann’s granddaughter, Lana, played together as children. “Over all this time, the camaraderie has held,” says Ann.

A native of Southeast Washington, D.C., Ann was initially a reluctant transplant to the suburbs. “I didn’t think I’d like anything other than the city,” she remembers. But her husband, Bill, was born and raised on North Irving Street in Lyon Village, and so after the young couple

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got married in 1950, they moved to a one-bedroom apartment in Cambridge Court, where their monthly rent was a mere $37.50.

“In the 50s and 60s, the county was starting to attract more people,” she recalls. Still, it wasn’t the upscale destination it is today. Nearby Rosslyn was still a somewhat seedy area that was full of pawn shops (and a local restaurant, aptly named The Pawn Shop). Ann’s husband, who always worked in construction, had an asphalt business at the time. “Rosslyn was where you picked up day laborers when you had a job to do,” she recalls.

Land in Rosslyn was also incredibly cheap. Ann wryly recounts the time in the early 1950s that a business associate of her husband’s offered them a very small plot of land in Rosslyn for $3,000. Unfor-tunately, they couldn’t afford it at the time – and “fifteen years later, it sold for $75,000.”

Upon moving to Lyon Park, Ann found a community that was filled with small, “mom-and-pop” style businesses between the 1960s and the 1990s. She did most of her shopping in Clarendon, and can still rattle off the names of the stores she frequented: Boyer’s Drug Store, the Ashton Theater, Hahn’s Shoe Store, Lerner’s, J.C. Penny, Woolworth, Sears, Grand Union, Ive’s Funeral Home, Sampsons, Public Shoes, and more. In Lyon Park proper, she and Chris Thren remembered the strip mall on Pershing, with its grocery store (“the name changed, but we always called it Joe’s Market”), the Royal Lee Deli (a karaoke bar frequented by soldiers from Fort Meyer), and a pharmacy.

Aside from its walkability, one of the things Ann enjoyed the most about her neighborhood was the frequent opportunity for recreation. A lifelong dancer, she found plenty of places to practice. “Clarendon had Friday night dances in the ‘60s,” she explains. “They would close the street off [along Wilson Boulevard, where the Metro station is now] and have jitterbug contests – Bill and I won for three years running! Everyone would come and dance and have a great time.”

Ann was also able to practice – and to take her daughter, Cindy, to lessons – at Marguerite Sparks’s School of Dance on Washington Boulevard. Another popular gathering spot for young people who liked music and dance was the Blue & Gray Market on Washington Boulevard and Quincy Street, which catered to Washington & Lee students. It sold sandwiches and cokes, and had a jukebox.

By the mid- to late 1960s, however, the neighborhood was begin-ning to experience a small taste of the cultural turmoil going on in the rest of the country. “It was sex, drugs, and rock-’n’-roll,” laughs Ann, “and we went through that whole period here!” Even though Lyon Park itself was relatively quiet during the ‘60s, Arlington was home to a contingent of biker gangs such as the Ducktails, the Avengers, and the Pagans (a Maryland-based group). The bikers would often hang out at Whitey’s, the restaurant that occupied the space where Tallulah is today. Some would also congregate behind the Blue & Gray Market. “[The bikers] never did anything that bad,” Ann recalls. “If the neighbors saw anything they didn’t like, they’d put a stop to it by calling the police. But even then, we never really needed a lot of police surveillance.”

The other major change that would resonate throughout the county in the 1960s was racial integration. Despite intense statewide resistance to integration, Arlington county schools were desegre-gated in 1959. Ann recalls that Lyon Park stayed quite placid, with little of the unrest seen in other parts of the state. “There was some anticipation of trouble, but it never really occurred,” she says.

As Ann raised her children in the neighborhood, she found it remarkably safe. “When [my daughter] Cindy was little, she went to Clay playground by herself. Kids could walk anywhere. Our only concern was keeping the girls away from the soldiers at Fort Myer!” Both of her children attended Arlington Public Schools.

As Ann and her husband reached retirement age, they stayed ac-tive in the community. Along with some other senior women, Ann

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formed a dance group called Sixty Karats and the Diamonds. “We’d perform at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, and then our husbands would come out and do comedy skits during our costume changes,” she laughs. “The men’s group called itself The Stage Door Johnnies.” Ann also has a high regard for Arlington County’s senior programs: she has been a volunteer in the youth literacy programs at Culpepper Garden Senior Center.

Ann takes a positive attitude towards all the changes in the neigh-borhood over the past couple of decades. “My husband worked in construction. He said many years ago, ‘Ann, this is going to be a city.’ I think the changes are good,” she says. “I’m within walking distance of anything I like to do. I’m delighted with the neighborhood.” Ann’s neighbors, Chris and Sarah, largely agree with Ann’s assessment of Lyon Park. As the three women conclude their conversation and step back out towards Washington Boulevard, the traffic continues un-abated – but so do the friendship and memories that bind this corner of Lyon Park together.

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tHANK you!Lyon Park would like to thank

John Kusturris and Equity Residential for a very generous donation to

our Renovation Fund. John indicates that as part of the neighborhood,

they are happy to help.


of parking for a grocery store. They went back to the County to ask if they could try to get a smaller grocer, and have a signed letter of intent with Natural Market. Natural Market will take up some of the existing space, and Mini-Land, a day care, will take the other part of the space. Rappaport described their business and goal as “place-making” to serve the apartments and the community, and not necessarily making a quick buck. They have a yoga studio, an Italian/pizza place, a Korean chicken restaurant, a nail spa, a dry cleaner and a full service hair salon. There are 125 spaces of free parking on the first level, and 17 spaces of street parking. 25% of the retail space has signed leases, and 50% have letters of intent. The other 25% is still uncommitted, and they are marketing to a coffee place to fill one of the spaces.

Erik Gutshall asked whether they daycare will have a locked/fenced playground on the premises. He also asked about whether the day-care will provide scholarships for low income families. At a previous meeting with the developers, Natalie Roy asked if the day care could give neighborhood children a special preference. Randy Bell asked several questions about Rapporport’s attempts to attract other businesses, and asked questions about the day care opera-tion and hours (they aren’t sure, but are looking at 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM). The daycare will be licensed for 140 children, and will accept infants to age 5. Kathleen McSweeney requested that the commu-nity tie their support of the use permit to the creation of low-income scholarships based on household income, for example 5 daycare spaces, so that families with very low incomes in the neighborhood may be able to send their children to the daycare.Erik asked for general comments from the group, though no vote for or against was taken. The developer is asking that the LPCA support their use permit to lease one of the spaces to the day care.

Development report – Clark realty CapitalThis group now has the controlling interest in the property between 9th and 10th Street from Highland to Irving. The development will be by-right, and are appearing as a courtesy to the neighborhood. In a subsequent development on the 10th Street side, they will be asking for the neighborhood to support their subsequent UCMUD development.

David Tarter, the attorney for Clark, represented the Clark partners. They are not asking asking for our support on their by-right project, but are looking to take questions about traffic, trash and other con-struction type of issues. They reviewed the 9th Road Residences and 10th Street Flats plan – they will do the 9th Rd project first, but have acquired the Jay’s Saloon, the car lot and a couple of small business buildings. There was a great deal of discussion about the alley that cuts through from 9th to 10th street, and will be retained along the new building. The alley belongs to the County, but will be used for en-trance and egress to the rear of the 9th street building for trash pick-ups, moving vans, etc. There were several questions about whether the alley will be one way or two way coming from from 9th street and the planned 10th street project. The current understanding is that the alley will be two-way half-way from 9th Street to 10th Street, and then one-way on the second half going out to 10th Street.

The developers also walked through the conceptual plan for the project that will be developed along 10th Street. This falls under the UCMUD zoning, and is not by-right but rather via use permit, so they will be asked to contribute community benefits as that project goes through approvals. At the meeting, a few residents asked why the AACH’s offices and Sullivan House were not included as part of the planned re-development, and requested that something be done to assist AACH by providing them with new offices as part of the benefit provided to the community.

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homas Jefferson Middle School has a garden that needs YOU! No gardening experience necessary – just a willingness

to make a difference with our young people and for the broader Arlington community! We will soon post work hours for the garden and wonder…can your family, book club, Girl/Boy Scout troop, sports team, neighborhood block, church/synagogue/mosque, play group, club, youth group, etc. adopt a 1 or 2-hour slot to dedi-cate in the garden? You pick the date and time from May through September and the Jefferson PTA Garden Committee will provide “know-how,” tools and tasks (you can even choose “what” – plant, harvest, weed, thin, water…LOTS of options!). This is a rewarding and fun way to spend time with family, friends and even soon-to-be-friends (“strangers”); earn community service hours; model the value of healthy choices and community building; get some exercise…! The Jefferson Garden is a demonstration and education project for TJMS with a portion of the produce going to the Arlington Food As-sistance Center (nearly 800 pounds of produce has been donated to AFAC, to date). Check out the Jefferson Garden on Facebook (www.facebook.com/TJGarden) or the Jefferson school website (http://www.apsva.us/domain/3658) and come join the fun! Sign up

today by contacting Marney Michalowski, PTA Garden Committee Chair, [email protected]. Thank you!!

Gardeners Needed – Adopt an Hour (or Two)!

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Happy gardeners with the fruits of their labor!

THANK YOU NEIGHBORS!

Christ Church of Arlington is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America

3020 N. Pershing Drive Arlington, VA 22201(703) 527-0420

The 7th annual Arlington Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run/Walk was another great success! A whopping 3,000 people from Lyon Park, other parts of Virginia, and even across the country registered for the 2012 Trot. In addition, more than 100 loving neighbors volunteered to help — preparing the course, registering participants, serving food and water, distributing prizes, and cleaning up.

Together we raised and distributed $45,613 to three charities in our community: Arlington-Alexandria Coalition for the Homeless, Doorways for Women and Families, and Arlington Food Assistance Center.

We’re grateful to the Lord for the great services these charities provide to the needy, the opportunity we have to support them, and the tremendous community support shown to them through the Arlington Turkey Trot.

Thanks to the Lyon Park Citizens Association for being a proud sponsor for the past seven years !

Another special thank you to the Sponsors!MAYFLOWER SPONSORSChrist Church of ArlingtonRestoration Anglican ChurchFrosty’s Heating & Cooling, Inc.Preston CaruthersLetsDish.comWhole Foods Market

PILGRIM SPONSORSAnimal OrothoCare, LLCAnn Wilson Homes • Keller Williams RealtyArlington Foot & Ankle • Dr. Ben PearlArlington Parks & Recreation • Fit ArlingtonDon’s Johns, Inc.LandmarkHonda.comLiveFIT Personal Training StudioLyon Park Citizens AssociationThe Baker FoundationPacers Running StoresWhole Foods

GOBBLER SPONSORSArlington Personal FitnessBallston Common MallBread & ChocolateClarendon Home ServicesCook Bros. • Design/Build/RemodelGospelColorsInc.comKey Bridge MarriottThe Liberty TavernPanera BreadPinzimini @ Westin Arlington Gateway

ORGANIZED AND HOSTED BY

Christ Church of Arlington elder and Turkey Trot coordinator Steve Clarke presents checks to (L to R) Charles Meng, Exec. Director of AFAC, Michael O’Rourke, Exec. Director of AACH, and Amity Kim, Client Services Director of Doorways for Women and Families.

Fastest turkeys in the race — overall!

“We’ve got spirit, yes

we do! ....”

But turkeys don’t lay eggs. Do they?

A great start to the day. Or, as many call it: “Making room for turkey, gravy, and pie!!”

Trend setters? The first Arlington Turkey Trot stroller float! Love it!

Isn’t this wrong? Looks like Santa is trying to slim down before Christmas?!

Security at the race was phenomenal.He’s a super runner, too.


Community House rental ratesMonday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM: $25/hourMonday – Thursday (6 – 10 PM) LPCA member - $80, General Public - $100Weekends, Holidays & Friday eveningsHalf day including Friday evenings(8 AM – 2:30 PM or 3:30 – 10 PM) LPCA member - $250, General Public - $400Full Day ( 8 AM – 10 PM) LPCA member - $400, General Public - $550Contact: Community Center voice mail, 703-527-9520, www.lyonpark.info or [email protected]

Special Children’s Birthday Rates: You may rent the community house for birthday parties for kids age 10 and under for a 3 hour period, including set-up and clean-up. Time slots available are 9 AM – noon, or noon – 3 PM. If your party lasts longer than 3 hours, you must rent at the regular half-day rate. LPCA member $125, General Public, $175.

A security deposit is required on all rentals.*Lyon Park Citizens Association rates apply only to Lyon Park residents whose membership is current. LPCA members cannot sponsor non-member renters.Contact: Community Center voice mail, 703-527-9520, www.lyonpark.info or [email protected].

villas & vistas, Lyon Park and Ashton Heights’ Home and Garden tour: May 5th, 1-4 pm. The self guided tour begins at the Lyon park community House.

Lyon Park Citizen’s Association Monthly Meeting: Wednes-day, May 8th, 7:30 pM, Agenda details on page one. come meet your neighbors and discuss crucial community issues at this month’s meeting.

Neighborhood Day: May 11, 2013

Lyon Park Spring Fair: Saturday, May 18th, 11 AM- 3 pM, Lyon park

CABoMA (Capitol Area Bluegrass old-time Music Associa-tion): open jams, 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month, 2:00 – 6:00 pM

1920 Lyon Park Sales Brochure: reproduction copy. 24 pp., gary or Kit putnam, (703) 527-2266. $7 each or 5/$25. All pro-ceeds benefit the Lyon park community center.

Lyon Park Community Center Events

she is tricked by Edward’s daughter into betraying Richard. Just as violently Isabel’s efforts to create an independent silk industry come to a violent end with fire and death.

If you know the history of the kings during the War of Roses, it is fascinating to see how Bennett weaves silk into a tapestry of pos-sible personalities for these well-known historical characters.

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