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Volume II, Issue 36 Stephens City • Middletown • Kernstown September 15 – 21, 2010
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The Sherando Times Education at Harrisonburg, VA. Shenandoah University, and Old
Woodward said that she was sur- Dominion University. She is cur-
A Sherando High School teach- prised to receive the award. rently taking classes through
er has recently received a dis- Woodward is just beginning George Mason University to-
tinctive award from the Virginia her third year of teaching busi- wards a master’s degree in educa-
Business Education Association. ness-related classes at SHS, but tional leadership, which she plans
Charisse Woodward was the only
high school teacher in the state to
during the past few years, she
has exemplified what a school
to have by 2012. She is certified
in “I.C. Three,” which is a three- EMPLOYMENT
The Sherando
receive this year’s award for be- administrator or principal can part test that measures a person’s
ing the “Outstanding New Busi- only hope for in a new teacher. ability in computer fundamentals
ness and Information Technol- Coming from a strong business and key applications. Woodward
ogy Teacher”. In order to receive and banking background, Wood- is certified in Microsoft Word
Times
this award, a teacher “must have ward was quick to accomplish and PowerPoint and is also work-
made significant contributions requirements for her Virginia ing towards her certification in
toward innovative, unique and teacher certification by taking Excel and Access. Woodward is
novel programs and have shown
a professional commitment early
in his or her career”. Woodward
has certainly met those criteria
based on her contributions to ed-
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ucational development both for
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REPRESENTATIVES govt. & politics reporter for Middletown.
are “diverse learners”. Woodward background as she teaches life Woodward gives credit to her come a successful teacher. She has been phenomenal as a re-
believes that her background in skills to her students. She had a colleagues for helping her to be- says Mike Onda at James Wood source. She says she has a “great
business and finance has made her team of students at SHS that won
a better teacher than she would the “Stock Market Game”. This
have been if she had followed team, led by Woodward, went on “Serving The Valley with High-tech
the traditional route for becom- to win third place in the fall 2009
ing a teacher. She draws from her regional competition. Dentistry and Old-fashioned Service”
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ideas”. She says her coworkers are also helps run the student bank at dents participated in was at Up- balance work and home. It was PINOCCIOS
eager to share their ideas with SHS. She acts as a liaison between per Marlboro, MD. This year, she then that she asked Mr. Tisinger CLOCK REPAIR
her. Woodward also says she gets Apple Federal Credit Union and is trying to balance this extracur- if there were any job openings at ■ Authorized Service
ideas from networking. SHS. Students are able to par- ricular activity better by allotting Sherando High School. Not long Center for Howard Miller
She takes the ideas she gets ticipate in banking through this a certain amount of time for af- after that, a job opened up and & Sligh
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and then “tweaks them” to fit her school-based program. Wood- ter-school practices and limiting she interviewed with Mr. Nel- ■ House Calls Available
classes and teaching style. ward says the “bank gives the competitions to those that are son. The rest is history. Charisse ■ Antique or Modern
Woodward describes herself as students a frame of reference” for more affordable for students and Woodward is now the mother of ■ Serving the valley for
over 36 years
a “learn as you go” type of per- financial responsibility. She says their families. four girls whose ages are between
son. Apple helps the students set goals Woodward’s career in busi- twenty months and nine years. (540) 636-7369
In addition to her role as a for themselves and achieve them. ness began when she worked at Her husband is a Marine. www.pinocciosclockrepair.net
teacher in the classroom, Wood- As if she’s not busy enough with a Food Lion in North Carolina
ward is the lead advisor at SHS teaching and her own profes- while attending college at East
for the Future Business Leaders
of America. She is also a regional
sional development, Woodward
is also the competition dance di-
Carolina. Following that job, she
worked as a teller-manager for
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advisor for FBLA. Woodward rector at SHS. This job requires Wachovia. After transferring to
helped coordinate an investment some traveling, and last year she a Wachovia branch here in Vir-
program that partnered with In- said it took up an “astronomical ginia, she found herself working
Times
dependent Insurance Agencies. amount of time”. She said that 50-60 hours a week. At this point,
Woodward helped set up an event some evenings she was at SHS she had three girls and needed a
that involved a forum of speakers
from different insurance agen-
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Burn ban issued in Frederick County James Wood Middle School, and Robert The Evans Home for Children wish closes at the end of the Shoot. Music area. Spay Today works with local vets
E. Aylor Middle School. Admission to list by Bobby Cunningham & the Canyon to obtain lower prices for spaying and
Due to continued drought like con- tournaments and playoffs governed by River Band(Country/Rock). Non-Cash neutering cats and dogs + initial tests
ditions throughout Frederick County, Virginia High School League rules is ex- Evans Home wish list : Prizes and more Shooter’s fee In- and shots at the time of surgery. To find
the Fire Marshal’s Office has issued cluded. We need 12 to 15 mattress pads for cludes: *100 Clay course * Continen- out more, please call: 304-728-8330 or
a Burn Ban on ALL outside burning, The passports also are good for admis- twin beds. Upright bag less vacuum tal Breakfast * Gourmet BBQ Lunch * go on-line at www.baacs.org.
both Commercial & Residential/Private. sion to music and drama productions at cleaners. 72” mold resistant shower Non-Cash Prizes * Soft Drinks * Thank
This does not include cooking fires. all Frederick County Schools and certain curtains. Gift cards to local restau- YOU Gifts * AND the opportunity to make Tops weight loss meetings
Any person violating the County is- other school activities where admission rants. Gift cards to local department a difference in the lives of families and
sued burn ban shall be guilty of a Class 3 is charged. stores. Dependable 12 passenger van children in the Northern Shenandoah It is my time to TAKE OF POUNDS SEN-
misdemeanor for each separate offence. The passports do not need to be re- evans@visuallink.com Valley and Eastern Panhandle areas. SIBLY.
The need for the Burn Ban shall be newed annually. Those acquired prior to $85 registration due by 9/8/10 or TOPS is an economical weight loss
evaluated daily and lifted when the con- the 2010-2011school year will continue Charity clay shoot to benefit Cheers $100 day of the event. club For more information call Michelle at
ditions improve. Check www.co.frederick. to be honored. School Family Contact Kitty Crosby for more informa- 869-9144 or visit
va.us/fire_and_rescue/ and Channel 16 School Superintendent Patricia Tay- tion at 304-725-4279. cheersdevelop- Weigh in weekly with us and get the
for changes and updates. You may also lor says, “The Senior Passport program Join us as we gear up for our 10th An- ment@frontier.com www.CHEERSS- support you need this fall to lose that un-
contact the Fire Marshal’s Office for ad- is one way for us to thank the area’s nual Charity Clay Shoot on Saturday, choolFamily.org wanted weight.
ditional information. seniors for their support of our school September 18 at Prospect Hall Gun Meets every Wednesday. Weigh in at
division. The program provides seniors Club! Accepting registrations and spon- Spay today 5:30PM. 333 W Cork Street Conference
FCPS offering senior passports with an opportunity to visit our schools, sorships now! Room 2 Winchester, VA Tops.org
to connect with our students and enjoy 9am Start. 7:45am Registration. Local low-cost, non-profit spay and
Program Grants County Residents Age the various activities our schools offer to 8am 5-Stand opens for Warm Up - neuter program for cats and dogs in this Continued on pg. 10
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coffee and paying for it with a opinions, we sort of developed
debit card doesn’t violate Vir- a ‘but for’ idea,” DeMarinis said.
ginia law, but it could over in “’I would not be at this dinner
Maryland. but for the fact that I am a can- PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE DESIGNER & CONSULTANT ON STAFF!
Dozens of small purchases didate.’” Annuals ~ Vegetables ~ Perennials ~ Fruit trees & bushes ~ Natives ~ Evergreens
the Unusual ~ Gardening supplies
paid for via a debit card were Marks’ field expenses mainly
logged by Meyer Marks, a include payments of a few dol-
Republican running for the lars to stores like Starbucks, FALL IS THE PERFECT TIME TO PLANT
Maryland House of Delegates McDonalds or Safeway and add Beautiful locally grown mums, pansies, & fall
in District 16—an area that in- up to nearly $3,400. On June vegetable plants. Great selection of perennials, trees
cludes Chevy Chase, Bethesda 21, Marks spent $6.36 at Safe- & shrubs to spruce up your landscape.
and Potomac. way, $4.00 on Metrorail, $3.78
Marks recorded spending a at Safeway, $3.22 at Safeway, I-81(exit 291), Toms Brook. Turn east on Mt Olive Rd., to stop sign at Rt 11. Turn right on Rt 11, take immediate left by Wymer’s Auto Repair. Parking at greenhouse.
majority of his $5,635 on “field $2.96 at McDonald’s, $1.10 at www.NaturalArtGardenCenter.com Ask about our
free workshops
along with reports by all of the tion on how candidates may credit card as long as they list their spending, what they do of limits on spending,” Alcorn
delegate candidates, DeMari- pay for purchases, says James where specific purchases were with their campaign cash is up said. “With that in mind, there
nis said. Alcorn, an attorney for the Vir- made—not just payments to to them, he said. are very few limits on how
“We do audit every account, ginia State Board of Elections. the credit card, Alcorn said. “The code of Virginia really those funds can be spent.”
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LCW (Lantz Construction Winchester) Department of Fire and Rescue
Main Street Daily Grind Warren County Public Schools
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Continued from pg. 7 on the 2010 Paw Fest! There will be pet Wing Fling, you partner with America’s ber of teams entered. No outside food or drop off all unwanted medication and
adoptions, animal exhibits, face painting, premier mentoring agency to change the drinks allowed. drive off without ever leaving their car.
Candlelight prayer vigil pictures with your pets, food, vendors, a lives of children right here in Winchester, William Molitor 540-827-4797
dog wash and more! Bring your dogs and Frederick and Clarke counties. We know MOMS Club of Stephens City
30 minutes of prayer for our country. have a great time at this FREE festival! that mentoring works. National Research Healthcare careers for school
Saturday, September 11th, 7:30pm - Rain date: Sept 25 Winchester SPCA done by Public/Private Ventures shows Wednesday September 22, 2010 counselors 101
dusk. 540-662-8616 that youth involved in Big Brothers Big 10 am. A group for stay at home
At the American flag in Sherando Sisters mentoring programs were 46% or part time moms. Fall Open Monday, October 4 @ 8 a.m.-11 a.m.
Park, Stephens City. The Camp of Faith Apple Harvest arts & crafts festival less likely to begin using drugs, 27% less House Wednesday 9/22 at 10 am and Noon-3 p.m. This program is a joint
Church (formerly named Faith Baptist likely to use alcohol, and 52% less likely Local State farm agent T.D. Clay- effort by Valley Health and FCPS to help
Church) - Pastor Trey Hensley. 635 Sep 18, 2010 - Sep 19, 2010 10:00 to skip school. All proceeds from the ton will be there with a real fire- middle and high school guidance coun-
Double Church Rd, Stephens City,VA am - 5:00 pm Jim Barnett Park. 180 arts Wing Fling will benefit Big Brothers Big truck to teach kids about fire safety! selors better understand the career op-
(540) 869-0497 and crafts vendors, ethnic foods, Virginia Sisters right here in Winchester, Freder- Please email for meeting place portunities available at Valley Health.
State Apple Butter Making Champion- ick & Clarke Counties. In 2009, we served and info: scmommvp@yahoo.com The program has several objectives in-
American Red Cross blood drive ship, regional apple pie baking contest, over 70 children in our two programs. or visit website at http://stephens city.tri- cluding: 1) Compare and
Ole Tyme Apple Growers Exhibit, and Your ticket purchase will help us reach pod.com/index.html contrast a variety of health professions
Sep 13, 2010 10:00 am - 3:00 pm more! Enjoy fall in apple country. Free more children who need an adult role including vocational, technical, and pro-
Lord Fairfax Community College, admission after 3:00 pm but admission model. Check out Big Brothers Big Sisters National take back day fessional career tracks.
173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA proceeds benefit local charities. Ever thought about being a Big? It’s not 2) Identify healthcare resources to assist
To be eligible to donate, you must be hard to be a hero to a kid who needs a Sep 25, 2010 10:00 am - 2:00 pm middle and/or high school students with
17 years of age (Note that 16 year olds Live auction to benefit Belle Grove positive, same-gender role model. It Winchester Elks Lodge, 466 academic and career planning.
may donate in some states with parental takes a couple of hours a week and you Front Royal Pike, Winchester 3) Expand school counselors’ knowledge
permission-check with the Red Cross), at Sep 18, 2010 Begins at 8:00 a.m. get to go to the movies, play sports, do The Frederick County Sheriff Dept. of employment opportunities at Valley
least 110 pounds, and be in reasonably 336 Belle Grove Road, Middletown, VA crafts, bake, laugh and provide a unique, along with the Winchester Elks lodge Health.
good health. A person can give every 56 22645. special mentoring relationship to a child are taking part in National take back 4) Explore the WMC hospital environment
days. All blood types are needed, but es- Kick off to the 2010 Na- in Winchester City, Frederick and Clarke day. Operation Take Back is to provide for the provision of quality healthcare.
pecially O negative and O positive. PH: tional Finals Sheepdog Trials. Counties. For more information contact a safe and legal method for the citizens 5) Identify key contacts at VH.
(540) 662-0923 E-Mail: mossba@usa. Collectibles and antiques to be auc- Big Brothers Big Sisters at 540-662- of Shenandoah Valley to dispose their
redcross.org tioned off and all proceeds ben- 1043 or bbbswinc@comcast.net, or unwanted, unused, and expired prescrip- Winchester police
efit the preservation of Belle Grove www.bbbswinchester.org. Tickets - $20 tion medicines. The program is anony- department’s citizen police academy
AARP driver safety program class Plantation and Bowman’s Fort in advance; $25 at the gateEach entry mous. The community able to drive up
This auction is the kick-off event to ticket comes with 5 food tickets. These to the Winchester Elks lodge car port Fall class begins on September 14th.
Sep 16, 2010 - Sep 17, showcase area dealers and collectibles. tickets are the “money” for the day. They
2010 10:00 am - 3:00 pm We express our great appreciation to can be used to “purchase” a taste of
Frederick County Public Safety Build-
ing, 1080 Coverstone Drive, Winchester
Hoyle Laughlin of Laughlin Auctions,
Inc. for conducting our auction. Cora
wings from the restaurants, purchase a
non-alcoholic beverage or another food
First Choice Therapeutic Massage
AARP will be conducting two 4-hour Gnegy at Belle Grove Plantation (540) item. A “taste” is two wings. Additional Swedish • Deep tissue • Myofacial Release
classroom refresher courses designed 869-2028 food tickets are available for purchase Hot Stone • Reflexology • Reiki
for those 50 and over at the Frederick Wing fling to benefit big brothers/big sis- at the entry ticket booth and one inside You worked hard to get the kids ready for back to school...
County Public Safety Building, 1080 ters the Armory. The cost for food tickets is: Now it’s time to relax!
Coverstone Drive, Winchester, on Thurs- $1 for 1 ticket. Tickets to purchase beer By appointment
day, Sept 16th and Friday, Sept. 17th Mom’s back to school special: Call today to schedule
Wing fling will be sold separately at a cost of $3 per
from 10 am to 3 pm. Those completing
both 4-hour courses will receive a certifi-
ticket per cup. We ID everyone at the 1 hour massage (540) 868 0288
cate which should reduce auto insurance
The first Big Brothers Big Sisters Wing gate and provide a wrist band be worn for only $45! 122-G Agape Way, Stephens City, VA
Fling will be held September 18, 2010 by every guest. Wrist bands designating
costs. No Exams. The cost is $14.00 to Call Leslie or Melissa www. firstchoicetherapeuticmassage.com
from noon to 6 pm at the Winchester that the guest is of age are required to Expires September 30, 2010
cover the costs of materials. AARP mem- Armory just off Route 50 East at 181 purchase beer. CornholeThere will be a
bers will receive a $2.00 discount if they Pendleton Drive. All proceeds will benefit Cornhole Tournament run by Winchester
bring their membership card to the class.
Class size is limited. All drivers are asked
the programs of Big Brothers Big Sis- VA Cornhole as well as a few boards that On the Road Driving School, LLC
ters of Winchester, Frederick & Clarke Wing Fling guests can try. Teams can Garland T. Williams, Owner
to bring their drivers license to class. Counties. The Big Brothers Big Sisters pre-register at http://winchestervacorn- 5336 Water Street, Stephens City, VA 22655
Wing Fling is a new event in which res- hole.com or info@winchestervacornhole.
Ladder 49 viewing Ph: (540) 869-6105 Cell: (540) 247-3197
taurants from around the region prepare com or by Noon at the Wing Fling. The
info@ontheroaddrivingschool.com
and serve a variety of wing offerings tournament will start at 1 pm. Each per-
Sep 16, 2010 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Driver Education Class
from hot to mild, Buffalo style, barbecue, son on the team will need to purchase a Driver Improvement Clinic September 7 - October 9
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, 181 Kern- grilled, fried, Asian, nuclear hot and ev- ticket to the Wing Fling to get you into Tues. & Thurs. 5 - 6:45PM, Sat. 8 - 11:30AM
Sun. October 3, 2010 October 19 - November 20
stown Commons Blvd., Winchester erything in between. The wing vendors the Corn Hole Tournament. $5 from each 8:30 a.m.-6:15 p.m. Tues. & Thurs. 5 - 6:45PM, Sat. 8 - 11:30AM
“Meet the Brewer” with Hook & Ladder compete for a People’s Choice Award ticket purchased will go into the pot for Classes at 153 Narrow Ln.
Classes at Holiday Inn Express Mt. View Christian Academy
Beer at 5:30 pm. Bring the kids to see and will be judged by attendees. Your the winning team. The total cash prize for 142 Foxridge Ln. Winchester, VA 22601 Stephens City, VA
real fire trucks and fire-fighting appara- entry ticket is your ballot. Ballots will be the winner is dependent upon the num- WE HAVE ONLINE DRIVER IMPROVEMENT CLASSES
tus at 5:30 pm for free. Watch the movie cast throughout the day and will close
New Town
“Ladder 49” at 7:00 pm (rated PG-13). A
Kay’s School of Dance
at 5 pm. The winner will be “crowned”
portion of ticket proceeds to benefit the the People’s Choice Award winner and
Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Res- have bragging rights. There will also be
cue Association. Additional funds will be 2nd Time Treasures Stephens City, Va
a Corn Hole tournament, live music, your
collected for the Muscular Dystrophy As- favorite Budweiser beverage and booths (540) 869-2735
sociation. 540-313-4060 selling other food. Purchase a Ticket.
Consignment Fall Dance Classes
Change a Life. & Retail Shop Ages 31/2 through Adult
SPCA’s 5th annual paw fest The Big Brother Big Sister mission is
to provide professionally supported, one-
540-869-3005 Ballet - Tap - Jazz
Located in Sherando Town Competition Teams Options - Combination Classes
Sept 18, 2010 10:00 am - 3:00 pm to-one mentoring for children who need a
Winchester SPCA, 115 Feather- Center. Suite 108. Adult Classes - 6 week sessions:
positive role model in their lives. When
bed Ln., Winchester, VA 22601 you sponsor the Big Brothers Big Sisters
Accepting consignments. Ballroom, Tap, Jazz Exercise
Attention animal lovers, don’t miss out Lightweight Fall items.
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come a member of the Volunteers Polic- November 13 between 10 am and noon. expenses. She is a very giving person aged and that their insurance company requirements including being licensed,
ing Program. Times will be determined following the and appreciates all that has been done will likely cover the cost. The homeowner insured and bonded. Also ask the busi-
This event is free, but space is limited. application deadline. for her thus far. Please help us help her, is then required to sign a contract saying ness for references from recent jobs.
For more information, contact Detec- thank you. that they will hire American Shingle for Confirm whether or not the roofer will be
tive William Griffin at 545-7591. Healthcare careers for school coun- Captain’s Choice 1:00 p.m. Shotgun the job. subcontracting the job or relying on his or
selors 101 Start. Register no later than 12:30 Rock Unhappy homeowners have com- her own employees.
Fire Prevention Week Harbor Golf Course 365 Rock Harbor plained that they signed over the check Beware of Storm Chasers. In the wake
Monday, October 4 @ 8 a.m.-11 a.m. Drive Winchester, VA 22601. 866-273- to American Shingle and the job was of a storm, fly-by-night repair businesses
October 3-9, 2010. In an effort to bet- and Noon-3 p.m.. 1934 or 540-722-7111. never completed, wasn’t completed on will solicit work, often door to door, in un-
ter educate communities throughout the This program is a joint effort by Valley RSVP to Stephanie Booth @ 540-514- time or was poorly executed. The BBB marked trucks. They might require ad-
U.S. about smoke alarm recommenda- Health and FCPS to help middle and high 8809. Please return your registration maintains an “F” rating on the company vance payment and make big promises
tions, the nonprofit National Fire Pro- school guidance counselors better un- and check by Oct. 4th to: 2052 Double and the failing grade is well warranted.
tection Association (NFPA) is promoting derstand the career opportunities avail- Church Rd. Stephens City, VA 22655. The company recently announced that Electric Guitar, Bass
“Smoke Alarms: A Sound You Can Live able at Valley Health. The program has All checks make payable to: Manda it is going out of business, but the BBB
Setup and Repair
With!” as the theme for this year’s Fire several objectives including: 1) Rudolph warns that the roofer and its suspect
Prevention Week campaign, October 3-
9, in which the Middletown Volunteer Fire
Compare and contrast a variety of health
professions including vocational, techni- 5K Run/Walk buzz for cancer
business model is resurfacing under dif-
ferent names.
“THE SETUP”
Guitar lessons, Band and
& Rescue Company, Inc., is supporting. cal, and professional career tracks. When looking for a roofer you can trust, Equipment Consultation
Many homes in Middletown may not 2) Identify healthcare resources to assist Oct 23, 2010 9:00 am the BBB recommends that homeowners:
have any smoke alarms, not enough middle and/or high school students with Shenandoah University at Shentel Sta- Start Your Search with the BBB. In ad- 540-539-6142
smoke alarms, alarms that are too old, academic and career planning. dium. 5K run/walk through SU’s campus. dition to reliability reports on tens of thou- “Don’t get fed up, Get Setup!”
or alarms that are not working. We 3) Expand school counselors’ knowledge Hosted by SU’s Women’s Basketball sands of contractors — good and bad
Sandy Larrick
want residents to understand that work- of employment opportunities at Valley Team. Proceeds goes to benefit Well- — across the Mid Atlantic region, you
thesetup2929@gmail.com
ing smoke alarms are needed in every Health. spring Center in Winchester. Michelle can also rely on the BBB’s Accredited www.myspace.com/sandylarrick
home, on every level (including the base- 4) Explore the WMC hospital environment Guyant-Holloway, 665-5400 Business Locator to find trustworthy roof-
ment), outside each sleeping area and for the provision of quality healthcare.
inside each bedroom. And, if a smoke 5) Identify key contacts at VH. A roof over your head
alarm is 10 years old or older, it needs to 220 KERNSTOWN COMMONS BLVD
be replaced. Cut for the cure at Blake & Co Hair Not having a roof over your head is best IN FRONT OF THE ALAMO
Smoke alarms can mean the differ- Spa left to camping excursions. After all, the DRAFTHOUSE
ence between life and death in a fire. purpose of a roof is to keep the outdoors 540-450-8924
that they won’t deliver. key or Oyster Supper on Saturday, Oc- Grace Episcopal Church Parish Hall. made Ice Cream. American Red Cross
Get at least three bids. Beware of tober 23, beginning at 4:30 pm. Dinners Bingo – Dancing – Magic Show Adults: $10.00 Child: $5.00 (6- blooddrive
lowball estimates that may potentially are $12 for adults and $6 for children un- – Face Painting – Games - Silent 12). Benefit: Church Building Fund
balloon over time or foreshadow shoddy der 12 (subject to change). Takeouts will Auction - Hot Dog Dinner – Popcorn Sep 11, 2010 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
work to come. also be available. Proceeds benefit the – Ice Cream FUN FOR ALL AGES! Awana club Fellowship Bible Church, 3217
Recognize the red flags. Beware of Company. Admission is $10 per adult and $5 for Middle Road, Winchester, VA
any contractor that uses high pressure everyone under 16. All monies raised will Shenandoah Valley Baptist Church, To be eligible to donate, you must be
sales tactics or requires full payment up- Bingo is held every Tuesday at the be donated to the “Stop Hunger Now” pro- Wednesday nights 6:30pm – 8:00pm, 17 years of age (Note that 16 year olds
front. Also avoid contractors that require station. Doors open at 5 pm and bingo gram to help eradicate worldwide hunger. 09/01/2010 through 06/01/2011. Four may donate in some states with parental
you to get the necessary permits. begins at 7 pm. Proceeds benefit the Please come to our packaging event on groups: Puggles (2-3 year olds), Cubbies permission-check with the Red Cross), at
Make sure everything is in writing. Company. Saturday September 11 at 10:00 AM. (preschool), Sparks (K5-2nd grade) and least 110 pounds, and be in reasonably
Make sure that the full scope of the work Truth & Training (3rd-5th grade). For good health. A person can give every 56
is explained in the contract including
cleanup and disposal of waste. All verbal
CHURCH BRIEFS Yard party-Reliance United Methodist
Church
more information, visit http://awana.svb-
cfamily.com or email awana@svbcfamily.
days. All blood types are needed, but es-
pecially O negative and O positive. PH:
agreements need to be included in the Family fun night com. SVBC, 4699 Valley Pike, Stephens (540) 662-0923 E-Mail: mossba@usa.
written agreement. Pay close attention Saturday Sept 11 , 4:00 P.M. County City. redcross.org
to the payment terms, estimated price Sep 10, 2010 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Ham and BBQ Chicken Dinners. Home-
of materials and labor, and any warran-
ties or guarantees.Edward Johnson is
president & CEO of the Better Business
Bureau serving the greater metro Wash- P.O. Box 789
ington, D.C. region. Stephens City, VA 22655
540-869-2004
www.prosperitylandscaping.com
Upcoming events
for Middletown Some of the services
offered by Prosperity
The Middletown Volunteer Fire Compa- Landscaping
ny will be hosting another Red Cross Blood
Drive on Wednesday, September 29, from
• Landscape design and
2-7 pm in the social hall at the station. installation
12-6 pm • Patios, walkways, and
The Battle of Cedar Creek will be held at the NEW Winchester Armory walls of all types
October 15-17. Traffic, both vehicular
Local Restaurants competing for the title of • Planting of trees and
and pedestrian, will be heavy during that shrubs
weekend. Please be safe and mindful of BEST WINGS IN THE VALLEY! • Grading, sod and
your surroundings! We also hope that
you will support the Company’s Auxiliary Live Music & Corn Hole Tournament seeding
• Lot clearing and clean up
who will be selling food and drinks at the Visit website for details!
Battle on October 16 & 17. A recent project in Stephen City . Prosperity Landscaping are
ɠɠɠʳEEEǣɠÞضʪÞضʳŸNj¶ experts in overlaying concrete stoops and replacing old concrete
$20 $25
The Company Auxiliary will have a Tur- 540/662-1043 sidewalks with beautiful, maintenance free pavers.
SPORTS
in advance at the gate
Game Date – Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010 Game Date – Monday, August 30, 2010-09-09
At Washington HS (Charles Town, WV) Game played at Sherando High School (Home)
The Junior Varsity Football Team ran their record to 2 The Junior Varsity Football Team opened their 2010 cam-
and 0 by defeating the Washington Patriots yesterday eve- paign with a solid victory over visiting Musselman by the
ning by the score of 19 to 6. The entire defense paced the score of 26 to 12. Scoring touchdowns for the Warriors
way, holding the Patriots to under 100-yards total offense were Tylar Clowser on a 14-yard touchdown Run, Brooklin
and adding to the scoring when Tylar Clowser returned an Ray on a 20 yard touchdown catch from Justin Neff, John
interception 55-yards for a touchdown in the 4th quarter. Bentley on a 55-yard interception return for a touchdown,
Quarterback Justin Neff connected on two touchdown and Isaiah Williams on a 30-yard touchdown run to cap
passes, a 30-yard strike to John Bentley in the 1st quarter the scoring. Chris Smith, Steven Oxendine, George Aston,
and a 6-yarder to Isaiah Williams in the 3rd. Leobardo Lo- Joe Dailey, and Taylor Loudon paced the Warrior defensive
pez kicked one PAT. The JV’s next game is next Tuesday at unit. The team plays again next Wednesday at Washington
home against Loudoun County. High School in Charles Town.
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