Willowsford Cares
Donation Day for Ladies Board Rummage Sale

Have extra stuff lying around that can be donated for a great cause? Bring them by The Lodge or Sycamore House on Saturday, August 6th between 10 AM - 2 PM or arrange for pickup of those big items.

Willowsford Cares has partnered with the Ladies Board to collect donations for their annual rummage sale that will occur later in October. Proceeds of their sale benefit Inova Loudoun non-profit hospitals, providing funds for greatest need patient services, therapeutic equipment/hospital needs, nursing education and scholarships.
 
Drop off your items in the designated areas within the parking lots of Sycamore House and The Lodge between 10 AM - 2 PM on Saturday, August 6th. They accept clothes and accessories, toys, linens, rugs, housewares, tools, décor items, and much more. Donations end promptly at 2 PM. If you have inquires or larger items for pickup, please email rummagesalefurniture@gmail.com for more info.

Building Hours & Amenity Closures

Sycamore House & The Lodge UPDATED Hours:

Notify Me

Stay informed! On the homepage of WillowsfordLife.com you'll see a "Notify Me" button. Users can enter their phone number in the Alert Center section to receive text notifications regarding urgent alerts and closures. In addition, this is where users can view all past Willowsford Weekly messages that have been sent. "Notify Me" allows for fast and simple communication of timely notices. 

HOA Partners with N2 Front Porch Living

NEW! WillowsfordLife, the HOA’s quarterly publication will produce a farewell issue, but in the interest of streamlining information and collaboration, the HOA will be partnering with Front Porch Living (N2 Publishing) to provide content to residents. Check out the upcoming issue of FPL for more information. 

Board Meeting Summary

The Board met July 14th. Couldn’t make the meeting, but want to know what we have been up to and what is going on in the community? Review the Community Manager Report here. Additionally, the following notable actions were taken: The Board approved a proposal to update the current Reserve Study in 2023 and a proposal from CondoCerts to bring resale disclosure orders in-house generating alternative revenue for the Association, both of which were competitively bid. Decisions made outside of a Board Meeting due to time sensitivity were ratified for transparency including, a proposal to replace fencing behind Sheffield Forest Drive, trail repairs in The Grove, and reinvestment of maturing funds. The Board also approved a Facility Use Agreement with FC Virginia to offer a fall soccer programming for residents at Willowsford. Finally, they discussed items including annexation of 7 lots at the end of Homestead Landing Ct. (the Board is pursuing and updates will be provided), Community Voice capital improvement requests, communications, and items remarked on by residents during resident comment period. Approved Minutes, and other documents are available to view on WillowsfordLife.com in the Document Center. The next Board meeting is scheduled for September 8th, 5:30 PM at Sycamore House and via Zoom. 

Home-Based Businesses Including Child Care

POLICY CHANGE! On July 14th, at their regularly scheduled meeting, the Board adopted a policy governing use of Lots for home-based businesses. This has been a topic discussed in the community for quite some time. The Board of Directors seeks to protect and promote the residential character of the community. Simultaneously, the Board recognizes that some forms of home offices and businesses are not inconsistent with the residential nature of the property. The purpose of this policy is to help define the parameters of home offices and businesses that are acceptable within the community.  There are provisions regarding the use of lots for child care. The policy includes a maximum number of children, prohibits use of Willowsford facilities/amenities in connection with the business, requires notification to the Association, etc. Please click here to review the policy in its entirety and ensure you are in compliance if operating a home-based business.

Overnight Parking at Amenities

We have received reports of vehicles parked in amenity lots after dark. Amenity lots include pavilions, dog parks, pools, etc. Overnight parking in amenity lots is not permitted. Signal 88 patrols nightly and vehicles parked in these lots may be towed.

Reminder: Utility Work in The Grant

NEW! Please see information regarding a utility project to upgrade the gas pipeline within the current easement west of Fleetwood Road through The Grant. The project is planned to start in August and the affected area within Willowsford is Conservancy land.
 
Here is a Q&A with timeframes, details, and a map of the area where the project will take place. We send updates and additional information as provided. For additional questions and concerns, please contact Karla Tyson with Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage, Inc. at 814-367-8060 or karla.tyson@bhegts.com.

Traffic Reporting

We have received several concerns about speeding, running stop signs and other traffic issues throughout the community. Please report traffic issues to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office through their Traffic Complaint Portal. Reporting through LCSO can determine where resources are needed in the area.

Community Standards 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 - August 3rd
Pre-Review Meeting- August 10th (The Lodge)
DRC Meeting - August 17th

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. 

Date Night in the Ballroom: Studio 54 Hustle

NEW! Saturday, August 20th from 5:30 - 8:30 PM at Sycamore House. Come together for a night of music, dazzling lights, and popular dance songs! Ticket includes a welcome drink and appetizers, hour-long dance lesson taught by Dance King Studios, and themed meal prepared by Willowsford Kitchen. Put on some disco clothes, call up a few friends and prepare for an unforgettable evening! Cost is $75/person, 21+ only.

Schedule of Events & Menu
5:30 PM – Welcome Drink + Nibble
Glitter Champagne
House Wines
Mini Cheese Balls
Vol-au-Ventes

6 PM – Dance Lesson

7 PM – Dinner Buffet
Beef Wellington
Roasted Chicken
Tomato Panzanella Salad
Duchess Potatoes

8 PM – Dessert
Chocolate Fondue & Dippers

First Friday Happy Hour

Friday, August 5th from 5:30 - 7:30 PM on The Lodge Patio. August's theme is Baseball Bash! Kick off the weekend with complimentary drinks on tap, while supplies last. 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 a picnic blanket and snacks to enjoy. Registration not required to attend. 

Happy Hour Theme: Baseball Bash
Suggested Attire: Represent Your Favorite Team!
On Tap: Hard Seltzer

Concert Series

Saturday, August 13th from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM at Ellenvale Park. This one's for the kiddos! Dance and sing along with The Grandsons, Jr. Bring a blanket, chairs, and snacks to enjoy a morning of family fun. Registration not required to attend. Location: 25630 Ellenvale Farm Drive, Aldie, VA 20105.

Food & Wine Duel: Brunch Favorites

Saturday, August 13th from 11:30 AM - 2 PM at Sycamore House. Join Chef Emily Worth and Nick Materese of Siema Wines as they pair their favorite meal with some favorite wines. Brunch will never be the same! They'll be sampling everything from the wine Nick calls the “Greatest Brunch Wine Evahh” to some unexpected, yet equally delicious, pairings. Wines are served alongside a series of small plates. 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

Save-the-Date!

Coffee & Conversation - August 12th
Dive-In Movie - August 19th
Ice Cream Social - August 28th

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

Conservancy News

Seeing wildlife up-close and personal is one of the best things about Willowsford. Come build a birdbox with Willowsford Conservancy to have frequent visits from beautiful local bluebirds. Land Stewardship Director Taryn McFarland will teach attendees about the many birds that call Willowsford home and will show you how to build your own birdbox to take home! We still have room, register here.
 
Our hens are laying plenty of eggs and we need help! Come volunteer to wash and pack eggs, you might even get eggs to take home.

Conservancy Programming

Additional information and registration, here.

Please contact info@willowsfordconservancy.org for questions.