All,

Unfortunately earlier today, we had another attempted contractor vehicle break in at the job site located at the corner of Hardwood Lane and Oakdale Road.

The police are looking for a 4 door sedan Silver Hyundai. Please lock your car doors and remind your contractors too.

Thanks,
Cabell Fooshe
CWCA Security Director
703-850-6039

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LIGHT UP CHESTERBROOK | Saturday, December 13th

Good morning!

It all happens tonight … here are the essential details.

– Please try to get your luminarias out by about 5 pm.

– Our food trucks will be set up from 5 to 8 pm. See the listings below. Please give them some business! Our goal is for our vendors to want to come back year after year. Oh, and the food is really good, and you don’t have to cook it.

– You can see the map of homes putting out luminarias with the locations of our food trucks here. Thanks Chris!

– We still need help TODAY from teens (or anyone else) from 3:00 to 5:30 to help set up at a few houses we’re taking care of. Please text Amanda (703-851-8425) if you or your teen can help (and earn coveted community service hours).

– Lizzy Conroy will be giving out free cupcakes from 5 to 6 pm at 5950 Woodacre Court, courtesy of Elevation Homes.

– Thanks to all the builders working in the neighborhood who have stepped up to support us and put candles out at their properties – Cherry Hill Custom Homes, Elevation Homes, McFadden Partners, Romero Custom Builders, and Whitestone Custom Homes.

– The weather looks good for “prime time” – temps dropping through the upper 30s – but it will deteriorate later. The forecast is for rain changing to snow starting after about 9 pm, with winds picking up overnight. You may find it less bother to bring in your luminarias this evening.

– Santa (McLean VFD) has told us that because of limited staff time this year, they had to schedule other neighborhoods and skip Chesterbrook Woods. Likely no Santa for us tonight – we’ll be Hooville after the Grinch came through.

– Take lots of pictures! If you have some you’d like to share with the neighborhood, we’ll set up a link where you upload your pictures and see everyone else’s (stay tuned).

– If you have last-minute problems or need supplies, please text Dave (240-476-1868) or Amanda (703-851-8425). I’ll be dropping off bags later this morning for a couple of people who have already been in touch.

– HAVE FUN !!!

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Mina’s Tamales to be located on Autumn Court – Mina’s has been a favorite for years providing quality Mexican food. A full truckload of super delicious and freshly prepared Latino meals plus refreshing authentic fruity Jarritos and Cinnamon Horchata are waiting to be gobbled up… Pre-orders are recommended – https://minatamales.square.site

Flame and Cones to be located on Woodacre Court – Also a neighborhood favorite they offer pizza and snow cones. They share that the ingredients in their pizzas are locally sourced and dough is fermented for 72 hours. Pre orders are recommended – https://flameandcones.square.site

🆕 Smashed and Pressed to be located on Bermuda Court – New to Light Up Chesterbrook, they sell french fries and a hamburger like you haven’t had before. Loaded with your choice of toppings then put into a presser. If you are gluten free, they have a dedicated press for you. They do not provide GF buns so if you bring your own, they will use it. They also have a limited selection of GF cheese, so please be sure to ask for it. Pre-order not available.

Travelin’ Tom’s also to be located on Bermuda Court – This is where you’ll get your hot chocolate and cinnamon spiced cider to keep you warm and toasty.

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Many thanks from your Light Up Chesterbrook team –

Carla, Amanda, Chris, Leah, Maria, Mary, Amy, Melinda, Nancy, Robin, and Dave

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Good Evening, Neighbors:

We’re happy to announce our line-up of food trucks for this year. Plan to pick up dinner or a snack Saturday evening, December 13th and support these vendors who keep coming back to help us!

Mina’s Tamales to be located on Autumn Court – Mina’s has been a favorite for years providing quality Mexican food. A full truckload of super delicious and freshly prepared Latino meals plus refreshing authentic fruity Jarritos and Cinnamon Horchata are waiting to be gobbled up… Pre-orders are recommended: https://minatamales.square.site

Flame and Cones to be located on Woodacre Court – Also a neighborhood favorite they offer pizza and snow cones. They share that the ingredients in their pizzas are locally sourced and dough is fermented for 72 hours. Pre orders are recommended: https://flameandcones.square.site

Smashed and Pressed to be located on Bermuda Court. New to Light Up Chesterbrook, they sell french fries and a hamburger like you haven’t had before. Loaded with your choice of toppings then put into a presser. If you are gluten free, they have a dedicated press for you. They do not provide GF buns so if you bring your own, they will use it. They also have a limited selection of GF cheese, so please be sure to ask for it. Pre-order not available.

Travelin’ Tom’s also to be located on Bermuda Court. This is where you’ll get your hot chocolate and cinnamon spiced cider to keep you warm and toasty.

Thank you and see you tomorrow!

Carla, Amanda, Chris, Leah, Maria, Mary, Amy, Melinda, Nancy, Robin, and Dave

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Hello CWCA Neighbors,

We have a few end of year reminders to share:

1. DUES: We are off to a strong start with dues payments! Many thanks to the 234 households who have already paid. If you have not paid yet, please do so now. Winter is here, and with it the potential snow removal is right around the corner. Read below for more information on the three ways to pay and cross that off your list!
2. LEAF VACUUMING: For those of us who have County leaf vacuuming, the next round in our neighborhood will be the week of 12/22. Because we have a bit of time before this next collection, please consider timing when you move more leaves to the curb until AFTER Light Up Chesterbrook on 12/13 to keep streets somewhat clear for that night.
3. YARD WASTE PICK UP PAUSE:
   1. The county’s yard waste pick-up pauses from Christmas to early March (except for Christmas tree pick-up). During this period, you can either put your yard waste in a regular bin or save it until service resumes.
   2. March 6th will be our first yard waste pick up of 2026.

THREE WAYS TO PAY YOUR CWCA DUES:

1. By Zelle – send $40 payment to susan.garrahan. You will see “Chesterbrook Woods Citizens Association” after you enter that email address. Enter the dues amount and include your CWCA address (# and Street) in the memo section so we can credit your household.
2. By PayPal — Go to paypal.me/chesterbrookwoods and send $40. Include your name and CWCA street address in the “What’s this for?” memo, so we can credit your household.
3. By Check — Make your $40 check payable to “CWCA” and include your street address, so we can credit your household. You can bring your check to the Oktoberfest party or mail it to Susan Garrahan at 1714 Oak Ln, McLean, VA 22101.

We wish you a merry holiday season,

The CWCA Board

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LIGHT UP CHESTERBROOK | Saturday, December 13th

Thanks to everyone who ordered from us. Now on to the fun parts!

Our luminaria kit assembly extravaganza is the morning and early afternoon of Saturday, December 6th.

We’ll need help loading our shipment into cars at Amanda’s house, sorting candles and luminaria bags for all the orders you’ve placed at Chesterbrook Elementary, and delivering them throughout Chesterbrook Woods, Chain Bridge Forest, and Potomac Hills.

You can sign up for one (or more!) shifts using our Sign Up Genius link.

Teens who help out can earn community service hours. Get in touch with one of us if you have questions about that.

Didn’t get a chance to order luminaria kits? We’ll have a few extras on hand, and we’ll keep taking orders at lightupcw.com as long as there are enough.

Over the next couple of weeks, look for more information about our food trucks, a map of all the houses participating, and one or two timely reminders.

If you’re using your own candles, we’d still like to include you on our neighborhood map. Let us know by “ordering” for $0.00 here or send us an email.

Carla, Amanda, Chris, Leah, Maria, Mary, Amy, Melinda, Nancy, Robin, and Dave

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Dear CW Neighbors,

Please see below on this time sensitive information on the No Casinos effort from the McLean Citizens Association.



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LIGHT UP CHESTERBROOK | Saturday, December 13th

It’s officially the middle of November, and we’ll be assembling luminaria kits to deliver to the neighborhood just 3 weeks from today!

This weekend is your last chance to order from us at lightupcw.com.

We’ll have a sign-up link out shortly for helping with kit assembly and delivery. (It’s fun!)

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A reminder about the 501(c)(3) charities we’re supporting this year with the net proceeds from our sales –

SHARE – Supports our community by providing food, clothing, and other necessities. The need is particularly critical this year.

McLean Matters – A program of the McLean High School PTSA to help students in need, and by extension their families.

Northern Virginia Family Service – Works to lift individuals and families in Northern Virginia from poverty.

McLean Volunteer Fire Department – The community gives essential support for our local fire and rescue services, as it has for the last hundred years. (And they give Santa rides in the community throughout the holiday season.)

Ho, ho, and all that.

Carla, Amanda, Chris, Leah, Maria, Mary, Amy, Melinda, Nancy, Robin, and Dave

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Several different neighbors have reported seeing what they think is a coyote on Laburnum Street. The county animal warden advises if a coyote is behaving abnormally or aggressively, like a rabid dog, then call the county police non-emergency number (703-691-2131) and they will dispatch an animal control officer, or try the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries toll-free wildlife conflict helpline (1-855-571-9003).

Advice Regarding Coyotes
The best way to prevent coyotes from becoming a problem is to not give them a reason to take up residence in your community. If anyone in the neighborhood is feeding wildlife directly, or indirectly, it can cause trouble for everybody. Feeding wildlife will cause coyotes and other wildlife to lose their natural fear of humans.

• Keep trash inside until the morning of trash pick-up or place trash in an animal proof container, such as a metal or plastic trashcan with latches on the lids.
• Do not leave pet food outside; keep pet feeding areas clean.
• Remove bird feeders when problem species have been seen around them.
• Close up all openings under and into your buildings. Animals look for places to den and raise their young – don’t give them that opportunity.
• Clear fallen fruit from around trees.
• Keep brushy areas in your yard cut down to prevent cover for coyotes.
• Keep small pets inside, and on a leash when outside; they may be viewed by a coyote as prey. Larger dogs are viewed as a threat particularly from January to June while mating and birthing coyote pups.
• Install coyote proof fencing to protect unsupervised pets.

Regards,
CWCA Board

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In just a few weeks – on Saturday, December 13th – it will be time for our sixth year of Light Up Chesterbrook.

Fill the streets, sidewalks, and driveways with thousands of luminarias, pick up dinner from one of our awesome food trucks, join your neighbors in and around Chesterbrook, and enjoy a magical evening.

Yes, we’re barely into November. But the time to order luminaria kits is NOW. To get everything here in time, we need to order from our supplier in just a couple of weeks.

You can get luminaria kits (candles and bags) from us at lightupcw.com. Please place your orders by Sunday, November 16th.

Keep in mind that our sales raise money for local charities. They need our help more than ever this year. Buying luminaria kits through our website is a great way to help support the broader community.

We’ll have more information about the evening, and how you can help us make it happen, in the weeks to come. In the meantime – before it slips your mind – place your first order of candles today!

With many thanks,

Carla, Amanda, Chris, Leah, Maria, Mary, Amy, Melinda, Nancy, Robin, and Dave

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Hello CWCA Residents,

We are finishing updates to the 2025-2026 CWCA Directory. The planned schedule is for block captains to distribute in late November or early December. If you know someone who has recently moved into the neighborhood who hasn’t talked to a block captain yet, please ask them to send an email RIGHT AWAY to chesterbrookwoods so we can get their information added to the directory.

Thanks to everyone who has filled out the Young Entrepreneurs form for this year. If you have a child who is 12 or older who would like to promote services like babysitting, sports or academic tutoring, dog walking, yard work, and you or they haven’t filled out the Young Entrepreneurs form this year, please cwcaweb. Submission Deadline: November 7th.

Thanks to the everyone who has submitted ‘tree’ artwork drawn by their children. If your child was working on a drawing but you haven’t submitted it yet, please do so now! We will choose one of the pictures for the cover of the directory and will include as many as possible of other submitted pictures on an interior page.

Here are the guidelines:

1. The drawing must be original art showing a tree, trees, or a house with trees
2. Any medium may be used as long as it is scannable, however the artwork will most likely be printed in black and white
3. The drawing must fit on a standard 8 1/2" by 11" sheet of paper
4. Paper orientation should be "Portrait", not "Landscape"
5. One entry per artist
6. Artist’s name should be included separate from the drawing, however, artist may sign the drawing.
7. We will attribute the artist’s name with the drawing if the drawing is selected for inclusion in the directory
8. The Board reserves the right to decide which artwork will be included in the directory
9. Only drawings from Chesterbrook Woods residents ages 18 years and below are eligible to be considered for the contest
10. Scan the drawing and send it in a jpg format to chesterbrookwoods (art must be received by Friday, November 7th).

Thank you!
CWCA Directory Team

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