The leaves are starting to change to their beautiful Yellows, Oranges and Reds in Leesburg Va. All to soon the trees are bare and we need to know what to do with all the fallen leaves. Here is the schedule to help you take care of the leaves once they have fallen.
2011 FALL LEAF COLLECTION SCHEDULE
The 2011 Fall bulk leaf collection will begin October 24, 2011.
Leaves will be collected as follows:
Southwest, Southeast, Northwest & Northeast
There will be a crew in each quadrant weekly. Collection begins on Monday - leaves should be at the curb Sunday night. Crews will pass through each street once weekly during the collection period. Schedules may vary from week to week depending on the volume of leaves and weather conditions. Unfortunately, we cannot provide a specific time crews will be in your area.
Please note: Market Street divides the town North and South.
King Street divides the town East and West.
When preparing leaves for collection, please follow these guidelines:
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Rake leaves to the curb by Sunday night each week of the collection season. |
Do not place leaves in front of or next to storm drain inlets. Where possible leave a gap between leaves and the curb line to allow water to flow unrestricted into the storm drain inlets. |
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Rake leaves no more than 4 feet from the edge of the curb |
Do not rake leaves into the street or in front of/around hydrants or utility boxes |
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Rake leaves as close to the property line as possible if you do not have a curb/sidewalk in front of your home |
Do not allow children to play in leaf piles and do not park vehicles or leave other equipment in or around leaf piles (rakes, etc.) |
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Do not mix with grass clipping, yard waste or other brush items
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There are lots of fun things to do in and around Leesburg in the fall. There are pumpkin patches and mazes –fun for the whole family.
Just a few miles down the road from Leesburg is the town of Waterford where you will find a great festival .
Waterford Home Tours and Crafts Festival
Virginia Wine Festival
The Annual Virginia Wine Festival is the oldest and largest wine festival on the East Coast. Highlights include a grand tasting from Virginia's award-winning wineries, educational demonstrations, live entertainment on the main stage and kids stage, and a veritable treasure trove of culinary and craft artisans in a fabulous al fresco show. Come out the meadows of Morven Park Equestrian Center in Leesburg to celebrate the harvest with Virginia's vintners and kick off Virginia Wine Month in style. Call 703-823-1868 or visit www.virginiawinefestival.org for info on sponsorship and vendor opportunities as well as tickets.
More info: www.virginiawinefestival.org
Friday, October 7: Di-Vine!
Discover the wonderful world of vertical plant life with "Vine Gardening." Master gardeners show you how to add height and structure to your garden with vines. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Green Spring Gardens. $10/person. Register online. For information call 703-642-5173.
Also on Friday:
P is for Pumpkin: Stories about autumn and pumpkins. Attendance is limited to 20 children, ages 2 to 3 with an adult. Tickets available 30 minutes before, first come, first served. 11 a.m. to noon. Burke Centre Library. For information call 703-249-1520.
Saturday, October 8: Brains Not Included
Make a friend for your garden or lawn! Bring pants and a shirt, plus an old pair of pantyhose for a head and body. Staff supplies the stuffing and know-how. Colvin Run Mill Historic Site. 1 to 1:45 p.m. and 2 to 2:45 p.m. (Sunday too.) $6/scarecrow. For information call 703-759-2771.
Also on Saturday:
Second Saturday Art Walk: Showcasing the diverse work of more than 150 visual artists in a unique historic venue, creating an atmosphere that encourages visitors to immerse themselves in the richness of this creative community. Tour seven unique studio buildings, mix and mingle with artists, buy original works of art, experience ever-changing exhibitions and meet featured artists, all while enjoying light refreshment and music. 6 to 9 p.m. Workhouse Arts Center. Free. For information call 703-495-0001.
War of 1812 Muster: Learn musket drill, see the great gun fired, visit the doctor and learn the role of slaves in the War of 1812 as the troops gather to prepare for war against England. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sully Historic Site. $8/adult; $6/seniors and children. For information call 703-437-1794.
Night Walk: Take a walk in the park with a naturalist to look for hunting bats and working beavers. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Huntley Meadows. $6/person. Register online. For information call 703-768-2525.
Sunday, October 9: With a Paddle
Discover the secrets of the islands on a scenic kayak tour. No previous experience required. One- and two-person kayaks are available. Download a waiver and bring it completed to the tour. Participants must be age 14 or older. 9 to 11 a.m. Riverbend Park. $55/person. Register online. For information call 703-759-9018.
Also on Sunday:
Native American Woodlands Walk: Enjoy a guided tour of the Potomac Valley Native Plant Collection, with emphasis on the many uses Native Americans made of these plants for successful survival before Europeans arrived in the Americas. 2 to 3 p.m. Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. Free. For information call 703-352-5900.
Young Soloists Recital: Now in its 37th season, this series features professional musicians who have won international recognition for their artistry. The new season also includes four Young Soloists Recitals that will showcase the talents of local school-age musicians. This week enjoy music for piano, oboe and violin from some of the area's gifted young artists. 3 p.m. McLean Community Center's Alden Theatre. Free. For information call 703-790-0123.
· The Fairfax County Weekender highlights a selection of county events taking place each weekend. Many more events and activities can be found at the Parks and Library pages, and elsewhere on the Fairfax County website. Additionally, the towns of Herndon and Vienna as well as the city of Falls Church offer many arts, entertainment and recreational opportunities.
· A complete list of county calendars is also available online.
· To request this information in an alternate format, call 703-324-3187, TTY 711.
· TTY is 711 unless otherwise indicated.
Friday, September 30: Get Jazzed!
Enjoy a unique evening discovering the importance of jazz as an art form and the potential impact of music in communities and education when Nnenna Freelon and TS Monk come to CenterStage for "Music In Community." Freelon is a six-time Grammy Award-nominated jazz vocalist and international star. TS Monk is a drummer, composer, record company founder, band leader and the son of legendary jazz artist Thelonious Monk. 8 p.m. CenterStage at Reston Community Center $15 ($30/non-residents). Tickets available online. For information call 703-476-4500.
Also on Friday:
Fall Harvest Campfire: Play children's games from the 1900s at Riverbend Park, and enjoy fireside stories and s'mores. Come early if you want to bring a picnic or hot dogs to toast. Bring a toasting stick, blanket and flashlight. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. $4/person. Register online. For information call 703-759-9018.
Holding on to Home - A Civil War Story: Envision a time, years ago, opening the door at the Sully House to find Jeb Stuart's cavalry in the front yard. Excerpts from wartime letters are woven through a special tour. 1 to 2 p.m. Sully Historic Site. $7/adults, $5/seniors/children. For information call 703-437-1794.
Saturday, October 1: It's Fall Y'all
Enjoy exciting, interactive and educational programs, entertainment and activities at Fall For Fairfax KidsFest, designed especially for families with elementary and Pre-K aged children. Activities include scarecrow making, pumpkin painting, public safety and recycling-themed exhibits, pony rides, a petting zoo, hay rides, model trains and the Wells Fargo KidZone (with more than a dozen rides, bounces and attractions). Check out more than 75 exhibits, activities and great festival food. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fairfax County Government Center. Admission, most activities and entertainment are free of charge. For information call 703-324-3247.
Also on Saturday:
Birth of a Wetland: Walk along woodland streams with park manager Kevin Munroe and trace the Huntley Meadows wetland from its beginning in the Woodstone neighborhood down Barnyard Run to the marsh boardwalk. 10 a.m. to noon. Huntley Meadows Park. $6/person. Register online. For information call 703-768-2525.
My Twisted Road to Writing a Mystery: In Garage Sale Stalker, a riveting mystery thriller, danger lurks in McLean locations that Jennifer Shannon thought absolutely safe. Local author Suzi Weinert talks about the process of writing the book, and will sign copies after the program. No registration required. 2 p.m. Dolley Madison Library. Free. For information call 703-356-0770.
Art Notes: DancEthos and Bob Gibson Big Band: Enjoy a free performance at the Workhouse Arts Center's Performance Tent featuring modern dance company DancEthos and the classic sounds of the Bob Gibson Big Band. DancEthos will perform dynamic works including the energetic and combative Tête-à-Tête, danced by an all-male cast. 2 to 4 p.m. Workhouse Arts Center. Free. For information call 703-495-0001.
Theatre IV Presents Snow White: This musical adaptation of the classic fairy tale features both live actors and wonderful puppets. 2 p.m. McLean Community Center's Alden Theatre. $15/person ($10/McLean Community Center Tax District residents.) For information call 703-790-0123.
Sunday, October 2: Go Green!
Enjoy an afternoon outdoors and have a fun, interesting and educational time! The Garden & Energy Solutions event features solar energy in action, including hands-on demonstrations; a “taste and tour” of an organic vegetable garden presented by Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia; a “Smart Car” electric vehicle and new charging station; and the Little Green House – an 8’x 12’ demonstration green home built by students at the Arlington Career Center. See a live bird of prey exhibit by the Raptor Conservancy of Northern Virginia and enjoy refreshments. 1 to 4 pm. Potomac Overlook Regional Park. For information call 703-528-5406.
Also on Sunday:
Catch the Buzz: Watch Colvin Run Historic Site Apiary beekeepers demonstrate honey harvesting, then taste honey on cornbread made from the Colvin Run Mill's cornmeal. Take home a recipe featuring fresh stone ground cornmeal. 2 to 4 p.m. Colvin Run Mill. $3/person. For information call 703-759-2771.
The Bridal Gown: View an exhibit of vintage bridal fashions and enjoy a slideshow of gorgeous gowns and famous brides, highlighting changing styles and designs across time, across the world and across social lines. Participants must be 13 or above. 1 to 3 p.m. Green Spring Garden Historic House. $27/person includes a traditional English tea program. To make a reservation call 703-941-7987.
· The Fairfax County Weekender highlights a selection of county events taking place each weekend. Many more events and activities can be found at the Parks and Library pages, and elsewhere on the Fairfax County website. Additionally, the towns of Herndon and Vienna as well as the city of Falls Church offer many arts, entertainment and recreational opportunities.
· A complete list of county calendars is also available online.
· To request this information in an alternate format, call 703-324-3187, TTY 711.
· TTY is 711 unless otherwise indicated.
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously, on Tuesday, to purchase land located at the National Converence Center in Landsdowne to be used for a new high school in Loudon County , currently referred to as "HS-8".
The school will be sited on the 45.61 acre site. The parcel is being purchased from Oxford Capital Group LLC for $20 Million . The school will serve students in the Ashburn and Landsdowne communities and is anticipated to open in the 2015-2016 school year. The terms of purchase allow for a 120 day, due diligence period, which will allow the county to investigate any concerns about the site prior to final purchase.
Following the county's purchase of the site, there will be a public process for the necessary zoning approvals, including a Special Exception, Commission Pemit and Zoning Concept Plan Amendment to allow for the construction of the high school and associated facilities.
The selection of the school site came after a lengthy public process which included many community meetings in approving the acquisition of the land Tuesday. The Board made it clear that there is a desire for continued community involvement during the planning and construction phases for the new school.
Really exciting news this week. Wednesday was a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Park and Ride lot. It is located at Scott JenkinsMemorial Park, 39464 East Colonial Highway , east of Hamilton.
The Harmony Park and Ride is the first permanent county-owned parking lot in westen Loudoun County. It serves carpoolers, vanpoolers and commuter bus riders. Bicyclist who wish to carpool, vanpool or ride commuter buses are able to use the lockers or bike racks at this special facility.
The Harmony Park and Ride lot is also home to the county's pilot program featuring five electrical vechicle charging stations. These are available for public use. There have been 48 solar arrays and LED lights at the lot.
This is really a wonderful addition to Loudoun County's transportation
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