Sept. 11 – Giant Yard Sale and Chicken BBQ

Hey All,

Are friend Dave Moore asked me to pass this on for all who are interested. I help cook last year and can at least testify the chicken was good.

So here are the stats:

8am – 2pm – Fairlington United Methodist Church – Outreach Committee hosts a giant yard sale on Saturday, September 11, 2010 in the Fellowship Hall. A roomful of household items and children’s clothing! SAME DAY – Fairlington United Methodist Men’s group Chicken BBQ from 10:30am until 4pm. Complete Chicken Dinner $8.00 (1/2 chicken, baked beans, slaw, roll & drink). 1/2 chicken only $6.00. ALSO vendors can rent a space for $10 to set up their own yard sale in the parking lot. Bring your own tables and pay the BBQ cashier. Vendor sale can be open from 8am-4pm.

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/gms/1941049216.html

Ok Sports Fans & Non-Sports Fans Alike!

It’s a holiday weekend (something about Labor Day, I think) and that can only mean one thing…… Monday night Burgers is at noon; per our standard operating procedures for holidays.  So sleep in, eat a lite breakfast and bring your appetite to Crystal City Sports Pud for good company and grub.  If you want to skip breakfast maybe they’ll throw a fried egg on your burger and you can call it brunch!

‘Visiting Matt in Pittsburgh’

To all,

I don’t know who’s planning on going, but as of right know I am.  My plans are to leave early in the day on Friday; to beat out potential traffic and be able to enjoy the trip.  If there is anyone who would like to car pool with me or have me haul something for you please let me know; I can take up to 4 passengers and cargo.

Jon

Good Day All and Happy 4th of july

So have a little story to tell you.  Early last week Jan and Hari ask if I could help set up or close up after the 4^th of July Sunday service and I agreed to close things up after the service.  Then this morning just after 9am, while I was getting ready for church, I got a call from Katherine Stikkers asking for help. She was to be reading scripture during the service and staying after to pray with anyone who needs it. Well as fate would have it; little Ryan has strep throat and now she can’t make it. Chris Hatfield had already agreed to read scripture, so she was calling to ask if I could stay after the service and pray with anyone who needed it.  Of course I agreed and told her I’d be praying Ryan got better and she didn’t get sick.

I arrived for the morning service just before 10 and wondered around talking with a few folks; then as the service started I quietly found a seat in the last pew; to hear the stand in pasture given a great sermon. As the service finished and folks made their way out, I made my way to the front of the sanctuary to see if anyone would come up for prayer. Just getting up from the front pew was Nancy; for reasons at the time she didn’t understand her granddaughter (Elaina) had lead her to the front of the church on this morning; so I stopped and asker how things were going.  Not wanting to go into great detail here I can just tell you it was a tearful conversation for her; Nancy is a proud women. She is still trying to save her house and has a lawyer trying to help; which sounds promising. The problem is, she is about $600 short in being able to pay the lawyer to file paperwork in court this coming Thursday. It turns out she had the money but lost it to a family member she thought she could trust.

I don’t tell this story to ask for money; that I guaranteed her she would have by Wednesday night.  I tell this story as a witness to how God works in our lives.  When Jan first emailed and asked for help I wasn’t inclined to help, and then Hari called and left me a message; I knew it was something I should do. The phone call from Katherine to ask if I would stand in for her at the last minute; which was a no brainer too say yes to; and to be honest I knew the likely hood of anyone coming up front was very slim.  (Very selfish thinking on my part I know.) Nancy and Elaina usually sit somewhere in the middle of the sanctuary, but today Elaina lead Nancy to the very front. So as it turns out I was the one to come forward; to be humbled by the plight of Nancy and her strength to keep moving forward. To be reminded of all the gifts God has given me and that they are not mine to keep, but to be shared with those in need.

I pray we all recognize the gifts the Lord has given us and are hearts are open to all.

Jon

HIGH NOON

OK  1/2 price burger fans; Monday is another holiday and with all Monday holidays 1/2 price burgers is at High Noon.

Let’s Go to a Concert……

Stephanie and I are going to see Tim McGraw with special guest Lady Antebellum and Love and Theft Tickets, Saturday July 10^th at Jiffy Lube Live.  The concert starts at 7pm, but we if get down there by 5pm we can tailgate/picnic; then head in for the great music and a great time!

Lawn tickets are on sale for $41.85 each (ticket and associated fees) and can be purchased at Livenation.com.

Hope to see you all there!

Jon

What can I bring?

-Small purses / bags (12 inches x12 inches or smaller) / backpacks
-One sealed bottle of water, 32oz bottles or less!
-Small, personal (tote-type) umbrellas
-Blankets
-Binoculars
-Personal lawn chairs – seat must be no higher than 9 inches off the ground
-Limited food is now allowed into the venue. Food can be stored in a one-gallon clear plastic bag, limit one per person.

CARPENTER’S COOK-OFF VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The Carpenter’s Shelter is starting the process of looking for volunteers to support their 8^th Annual Cook-Off; to be held Saturday 25 April 2010. This family friendly event will generate funds in support of their Transitional Services program, benefitting formerly homeless children and families.  I look at this as a great way to personally support the community and ask for you to join me in volunteering.  I have already contacted their volunteer coordinator and have listed the “TENTATIVE” list of volunteers need below; the actual list is due out shortly.  My goal is to recruit as many volunteers as I can from the Fairlington Presbyterian Church Community (HG and morning service) and possibly some of our Methodist friends and present us a group of volunteers.  Please review the list and if you feel so moved to volunteer for one of the many positions need, I ask that you contact me ASAP and mark the date on your calendar.  JonBorden@msn.com

Volunteer Roles:

• Set-up  (10 volunteers) 9:30am – 12:00pm
• Clean-Up (20 volunteers)  2:30am – 4:00pm
• Volunteer Check-In Shift 1 (4 volunteers) Shift One: 11:00am –1:00pm
• Volunteer Check-In Shift 2  Shift Two: 1:00pm- 3:00pm
• Greeters Shift 1 (4 volunteers) Shift One: 11:00am –1:00pm
• Greeters Shift 2  Shift Two: 1:00pm- 3:00pm
• Information Corner (2 volunteers) 11:30am – 3:30pm
• Ticket Sales Shift 1 (4 volunteers) Shift One: 11:30am –1:30pm
• Ticket Sales Shift 2 Shift Two: 1:30pm- 3:00pm
• Parking Attendants (4 volunteers) 12:00 pm -2:00 pm
• Restaurant Runners/ Servers Shift 1 (20 volunteers) Shift One: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm 
• Restaurant Runners/ Servers Shift 2  Shift Two: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
• Drink Servers (4 volunteers)Shift One: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm  Shift Two: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
• Children’s Corner (4 volunteers) Shift One: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm Shift One: 1:30 –4:00pm
• Table Bussers (4 volunteers)Shift One: 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Shift Two: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
• Raffle & Awards (4 volunteers)Shift One: 11:30am –1:30pm Shift Two: 1:30pm –3:00 pm

Please note that in order to easily coordinate volunteers, the Carpenter’s Shelter has asked that all volunteers provide their top three (ranked) desired volunteer roles. If you would like their descriptions of these roles, let me know and I can send you that information.

PS. There may also be opportunities to volunteer to serve on the advance team to do work prior to the day of the event; I will post that info as it becomes available.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Old Town Alexandria

Ok! So we’ve been bottled in with Snow, Snow and more Snow, and a little bout with cold rainy days… It’s now time to get out and enjoy what should be a mild sunny Saturday and here’s what I’m thinking!

“The St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Old Town Alexandria on March 6, 2010 kicks off the holiday. The event includes a dog show with judging for everything from the smallest dog to the dog and master who look most alike. The parade begins at 12:30 p.m. with the best bagpipers around. Visit the sponsor’s website <http://www.ballyshaners.org/content.aspx?page=2&section=1> for more information.”

Details – There is a Classic Car Show at 10am and the dog show is at 10:30. What I’m thinking about, is getting down there by 11:30 and finding a place to hang out, watch the parade, enjoy the sun, then grab lunch!

If you are interested in meeting up and going or meeting up in Old Town please let me know. Jonborden04@msn.com

Holy Grounds and Finances

Hi Folks – So we’ve broached the subject many of times and now it’s time to move forward with some action.  On the 17^th planning meeting we have time slotted to have a formal discussion and I thought I’d throw out some topics for you to chew on, like; Paying Rent for the time we spend using the Lower Level of the Church?  Use of the word Tithing?  Supporting Joanna and Margie in their missions?  Supporting your own charity or picking one to support?  Thoughts on Holy Grounds having a line item in the church budget we fund?  The discussion is open to all and all are invited to attend and participate.

HG on the 27th……Any Ideas

I was asked what was happening this Sunday at HG and I really didn’t know. So I look up the last post on this subject and found out that we had a big “?” assigned.  So I ask who’s going to be in town and who wants to get togther, at the church or else where?  Drop me a line if your in town and want to gather…. Jonborden04@msn.com

Nancy’s car vandalized – Update

As you all saw in a previous post, Nancy Cady’s car was vandalized last week.  The HG community stepped up and agreed to help with the repairs.  John Dale was amazing and worked with Nancy to get the car fixed.  It was an expensive repair, however – totaling almost $1400.  John graciously covered this expensein order to get the car fixed, but many have expressed a desire to help and have been asking how.  If you are able to help with reimbursing John, please make out a check to Fairlington Presbyterian Church an write “Deacon’s Fund-Nancy Cady” in the subject line.  You can give your check (or cash) to Jon Borden or Jan and they will take care of getting John reimbursed.  If you aren’t concerned with getting a tax receipt and would prefer, you can give funds to John Dale directly.

Saturday Afternoon Movie and Dinner!

Last Sunday at HG Jan mentioned a movie called “Precious” that many may never consider seeing. So I’m asking all to consider joining Jan in seeing this movie on Saturday. The plan is to meet at the Regal Potomac Yard Theater for the 3:45 showing; then heading some place for dinner and to talk about the movie.  (The location for dinner is up in the air and all suggestions are welcome!)

 “Precious” is about an overweight, illiterate African-American teen from Harlem who discovers an alternate path in life after she begins attending a new school. Clareece “Precious” Jones is only a teenager, yet she’s about to give birth to her second child. Unable to read or write, Clareece shows little prospect for the future until discovering that she has been accepted into an alternative school. There, with a little help from a sympathetic teacher (Paula Patton) and a kindly nurse (Lenny Kravitiz), the young girl receives something that most teens never get — a chance to start over. “Precious” an inspirational drama!

If you’re planning on coming out please let me know by email jonborden04@msn.com or phone 919-288-0583

Jon

PARANORMAL ACTIVITY AND/OR DINNER TONIGHT

Hey everyone I know this is last minute but thought I’d throw it out anyway.  Going to see Paranormal Activity tonight at the AMC Hoffman Center at 7:35.  The plan is to meet at the Galae Thai restaurant across from the theater (215 Swamp Fox Rd) at 5:30 then head to the movie(s).  I say movies because there are other show that some of you might want to see. Or feel free stop by for some great Thai food and good conversation.  If you can make it please let me know by email (jonborden04@msn.com) or text/call (919-288-0583) Hope to see you there!  Jon

PARANORMAL ACTIVITY AND/OR DINNER TONIGHT

Hey everyone I know this is last minute but thought I’d throw it out anyway.  Going to see Paranormal Activity tonight at the AMC Hoffman Center at 7:35.  The plan is to meet at the Galae Thai restaurant across from the theater (215 Swamp Fox Rd) at 5:30 then head to the movie(s).  I say movies because there are other show that some of you might want to see. Or feel free stop by for some great Thai food and good conversation.  If you can make it please let me know by email (jonborden04@msn.com) or text/call (919-288-0583) Hope to see you there!  Jon

Paranormal Activity CANCELED

For those who were on the fence about coming out tonight I have to give you a little push and tell you the event has been canceled.  If all goes well I will repost for either the 6 or 7 of Nov.  Jon

So who’s up for seeing “Paranormal Activity”?   I know I am and I’m looking for those who would like to join me this Friday evening? All the reviews say it’s a SCREAM……….    I’m thinking – we meet up at the Gallery Place Regal Theater  about 7:00 to grabs tickets for the 8:30 show;  then go grab some grub before we settle in for a little Paranormal Activity!!!!!!!   Jon   JonBorden04@msn.com

Painting Party

Looking to have a little fun, spend some time with friends and do a good deed?  Well then mark your calendar for the afternoon (1:30-4:30) of 27 Sept and join me in painting the children’s class rooms at Fairlington Presbyterian Church.  There are two class rooms that need the walls and ceilings painted and it would be great to have at least 2-3 folks in each room.  If you can make it or think you can make it please let me know by sending an email to jonbordeno4@msn.com. Thanks! Jon

THAI AND ORPHAN SATURDAY NIGHT

MEETING FOR DINNER AT 6:00  MOVIE STARTS AT 7:20

Looking for something to do this Saturday night? Let’s get together for some good food and a movie!

The Plan – To meet up at Galae Thai Restaurant, 215 Swamp Fox Road, grab dinner and then walk around the corner to the AMC Theater to watch a movie about an outwardly angelic little girl who displays an unforeseen devilish streak upon moving into the home of her new adoptive parents.

I won’t have the exact time for gathering until after the movie time is posted on Wednesday, but I suspect it will be dinner around 5:30ish and the movie about 7ish; I’ll update this post once I know the times.

As always you’re free to RSVP me at jonborden04@msn.com or just keep an eye out for the exact time we’ll be gathering and just show up!

Thai and Orphan Saturday Night!

MEETING FOR DINNER AT 6:00  MOVIE STARTS AT 7:20

Looking for something to do this Saturday night? Let’s get together for some good food and a movie!

The Plan – To meet up at Galae Thai Restaurant, 215 Swamp Fox Road, grab dinner and then walk around the corner to the AMC Theater to watch a movie about an outwardly angelic little girl who displays an unforeseen devilish streak upon moving into the home of her new adoptive parents.

I won’t have the exact time for gathering until after the movie time is posted on Wednesday, but I suspect it will be dinner around 5:30ish and the movie about 7ish; I’ll update this post once I know the times.

As always you’re free to RSVP me at jonborden04@msn.com or just keep an eye out for the exact time we’ll be gathering and just show up!

Erin’s CD Release Show

Erin’s CD Release Show is tonight at Ebenezer’s Coffeehouse, 201 F Street NE from 8 to 10pm.  So I’m looking to see who all’s going and who would like to hook up before hand for dinner around 6:30ish at Union Station?  My plans are to be at Union Station between 6 & 6:30 if you can make it give me a call (919-288-0583) when you get there and I’ll tell you where I’m at or drop me an email beforehand if you have any suggestion on where to eat.   Jonborden04@msn.com

National Portrait Gallery

If you’re looking for something and some place “cool” to go and hang out at this Saturday how about meeting up at the National Portrait Gallery for lunch and a tour. Here’s the deal; the Museum Cafe is having a “Summer Feature — Hot Dogs as America” Featuring three authentic hot dogs from baseball cities across the country. We can meet at 12:30 pick our dog, have a great lunch and then tour the Museum. RSVP to jonborden04@msn.com or just show up!

New York Deli Dog– New York City’s delicatessen tradition brings us this great natural-casing beef frank topped off with sauerkraut and deli mustard.

Chicago Red Hot– A jumbo Vienna Beef frank on a poppy seed bun, is “dragged through the garden,” topped with mustard, relish, onion, tomato, dill pickle, peppers, and a dash of celery salt.

Fenway Frank– Boiled and grilled Fenway-style, a beef hot dog served on a New England-style bun and covered with mustard and relish.

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