Jr. Chef Academy

Kids can cook and entertain! Willowsford introduces Jr. Chef Academy, a special series of classes teaching children how to plan, cook for, and throw a party. Kids will learn how to cook seasonally, use the Willowsford Farm harvest, a variety of key cooking techniques, party planning and party etiquette. The series finale will be a special celebration, hosted and catered by the kids, followed by a graduation ceremony. The Jr. Chef Academy per-child price includes an invitation for one special guest to attend the party and graduation ceremony.

Food Explorers
Ages 3 to 5
Tuesdays (October 5^th – November 2^nd)
3 – 3:45 PM at The Lodge
$250

Half Pints: Pasta Party
Ages 5 to 8
Tuesdays (October 5^th – November 2^nd)
4:30 – 6:30 PM at The Lodge
$300

Foodies: Boss in the Kitchen
Ages 8 to 13
Thursdays (October 7^th – November 4^th)
4:30 – 7 PM at The Lodge
$300

Please note: There is a slight overlap in the age groups, please choose which suits your child best.

Registration Catalog

Final Farewell to Pools

Lots of smiles were had and memories made at Sycamore Pool, Lodge Pool, and Willow Grove Splash Park this year. While we expected Labor Day weekend to conclude our pool season, we are pleased to announce that Sycamore and Lodge Pool will be open this Saturday and Sunday (September 11 and 12) from 11 AM until 8 PM. Kayaks will only be available Sunday.

Board Meeting Info & Communications

The Board of Directors generally meets every other month. The next Board Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 16th and will be held in-person at Sycamore House in addition to Zoom. The Open Session Agenda is now available in the Document Center online at WillowsfordLife.com. The full Open Session Package will be posted online Monday.

Thursday, September 16th at 5:30 PM at Sycamore House
To Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 829 3705 8653
Passcode: 154350
Dial In: +1 301 715 8592

If you have input/feedback regarding the Agenda or any other HOA-related matter, please email HOA@willowsford.com prior to the meeting. You may also address the Board directly during Resident Comment Period at the beginning of each meeting.

School Bus Stop Reminder

School is back in session and as kids wait for the bus, we wanted to send a reminder to those who have bus riders. Please do not park on pipestems and loop lanes while waiting to pick up or drop off your bus riders. These are private streets.

Grange and Greens Blasting Notice

Air Power Inc. is working on a construction project at the corner of Quail Ridge Lane and John Mosby Highway which may result in audible blasting in the proximity of Willowsford property. The project involves building a data center and a sub station and will start in approximately two weeks.

Additional blasting will be taking place in Section 18 of the Greens behind Dahlia Manor between 2:30 PM and 3:30 PM for the next few weeks.

Community Standards Inspections

The following sections can expect to see our Community Standards Administrator, Tracey M., completing Comprehensive Inspections over the next month: The Grant – Sections 9A, 9B; The Greens - 5B, 7A, and 7B. Click here to determine what section you're in. You may also see Tracey performing resale inspections and following up on other matters.

When out on the property, both our Community Standards Manager, Sierra, and Tracey M. will be dressed in Willowsford gear (most namely, a bright orange vest) and/or wearing an ID lanyard, carrying an iPad for photos, or a notepad and pen when out on property performing inspections.

Design Review

The Design Review Committee meets monthly at Sycamore House with resident forum opening at 9 AM. For more information about the Design Review process, click here.

Application Deadline - September 15th
Pre-Review Meeting- September 21st
DRC Meeting - September 29th

Need additional assistance with your application? The Technical Assistance Advisors (members of the Design Review Committee) can help guide you through the application process. Please reach out to DRC@willowsfordlife.com to be put in touch with one of our resident volunteers.

Patrick Winegar

Facilities Technician

Patrick joined Team Willowsford in May of 2020. He assists with work orders, maintenance of amenities, and general upkeep. Patrick lives in Leesburg with his wife and two daughters. He enjoys spending his time in the great outdoors!

Q: Where is your hometown?
A: Charleston, South Carolina!

Q: What is your hidden talent?
A: I can juggle.

Q: What inspires you?
A: Seeing kindness shown to suffering, comfort administered to mourning, and mercy given undeserved.

Modern Food Preservation

Saturday, September 18th from 11 AM - 2 PM at Sycamore House. Come and explore preservation practices of the past and present and create some modern takes on classic preserves. From canning to pickling, curing to fermenting; food has been preserved since the beginning of time and coloring the culinary history every culture. Create delicious, modern preserved items and learn how to create inspired dishes using them. Preservation spans far beyond your grandmother’s jellies and jams. Chef Val Logan joins Chef Emily in the kitchen as your guide.

With classical training and experience in fine dining, hotels and catering, Chef Val brings a unique approach to food preservation and its expansive uses. You will leave this class with an arm full of your own preserved foods to take home and a belly full of fun and flavorful ways to use them! Lunch will be designed to showcase and utilize the preserves. Menu includes Farm Kimchi, Preserved Lemons, Preserved Fruit or Fruit Spread, and Gravalax. Cost is $85/person, 21+ only. Registration Catalog

Austrian Wine Duel with Chef Bonnie

Saturday, September 25th from 6:30 - 9 PM at The Lodge. Join Chef Bonnie Moore, Sommelier Nick Materese and Austrian Wine Importer, Klaus Wittauer as they guide you through a taste comparison of Austrian wines alongside a series of small plates. Chef Bonnie’s menu illustrates Austrian wines pair well with cuisine from around the world. Each dish will be paired with dueling glasses of wine and you decide which pairing wins. At least 8 wines and 8 small plates will be served. Cost is $100/person, 21+ only. Registration Catalog

First Friday Happy Hour

Friday, October 1st from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at The Lodge. Kick off the weekend with complimentary beer on tap! First-come, first-served until it's gone. Valid ID required to consume alcohol and will be checked prior to serving. Feel free to bring picnic snacks to enjoy. Registration not required to attend.

Willowsford Mercantile

Shop Willowsford Mercantile, our exclusive online boutique. Featured products include apparel, stemware, and other Willowsford-branded merchandise. Supplies are limited, so you won't want to wait!

WillowsfordLife - Summer 2021

The Summer 2021 issue of WillowsfordLife is available to view electronically. Inside this issue you will meet the Rahim-Rojo family from The Grant, discover the newly established Rock Garden, and more. Happy reading!

WillowsfordLife is the only publication exclusively for and about you, our residents. Whether it be submitting pictures, writing articles, advertising, or providing general feedback be a part of WillowsfordLife!

View Here

Save-the-Date!

Eats & Treats from Willowsford Kitchen - October 8th
Date Night in the Kitchen - October 9th
AutumnFest - October 23rd

Join a Club

Joining a Community Club is a great way to meet your neighbors, become familiar with your community, and make real world connections. Willowsford-sponsored Community Clubs encourage connections among residents who share common interests in a hobby, social, cultural, or recreational activity. Click here for more information.

Willowsford Fit

Our state-of-the-art Fitness Center is located inside The Lodge in The Greens. The facility offers Matrix cardio machines, circuit training weight machines and free weights. Cardio machines include iPhone/iPod connectors and personal TV stations. Key fob access is available to residents in good standing.

Hours of Operation

Daily: 4 AM – 11 PM

Wildflowers and Pollinators at the Grange Meadow

Wednesday, September 15th at 5 PM, Wet Meadow in The Grange
Meadows are one of the most dynamic and complex ecosystems found in nature. Their impact on human and animal life is often underestimated. Join Willowsford Conservancy for a walk through one of our meadow systems and explore what lives there, how meadows affect the surrounding environment, and what the Conservancy does to manage them.

Max 15 participants. Suitable for ages 8 and older.
Rain or shine; please dress for the weather and for walking in nature.
Bring water and bug repellent.
$5 per person.

Meet at the Wet Meadow next to the Farm Stand on Founder’s Drive. Register Here

Conservancy Planning Survey

The Conservancy invites residents to participate in a survey as part of the strategic planning and visioning process, "Planting the Future". This survey includes questions for residents to share dreams and ideas for the Conservancy and Farm, as well as input on areas that need improvement. The survey will close Sunday, September 12th.

10 Year Anniversary of Willowsford Farm

Saturday, October 2nd from 5 - 8 PM, Farm Stand in The Grange
Join us in celebration of our 10 Year Anniversary of Willowsford Farm! Festivities will take place at the Farm Stand located in The Grange. Tickets include a buffet meal featuring Willowsford Farm produce and partner farm products prepared by Chef Emily, live music performed by the Knuckle Dusters, wagon ride farm tours, lawn games, and children’s activities. Register Here