Snowpocalypse Update — 32.4 inches of snow at Dulles

Posted on February 6, 2010 at 9:37 pm in

Some local snowfall measurements, some unofficial courtesy of the National Weather Service. Note the official 32.4 measured at Washington Dulles below. Herndon readings suggest 24-26 inches of snow, or about five inches more than we received in the December 19-20 storm.

...FAIRFAX COUNTY...
   2 NE CHANTILLY        28.0   600 PM  2/06
   2 N RESTON            27.0   400 PM  2/06
   1 SE CENTREVILLE      26.0   335 PM  2/06
   1 SSE FRANCONIA       25.5   500 PM  2/06
   BURKE                 25.0   500 PM  2/06
   1 SW BURKE            25.0   625 PM  2/06
   RAVENSWORTH           24.5   430 PM  2/06
   1 NE DUNN LORING      24.0   230 PM  2/06
   1 NNE HERNDON         24.0   300 PM  2/06
   1 W CENTREVILLE       24.0   300 PM  2/06
   LORTON                23.8   735 PM  2/06
   1 NNE FAIRFAX STATIO  23.5   630 PM  2/06
   4 E CENTREVILLE       23.5   445 PM  2/06
   1 ESE CENTREVILLE     23.0   245 PM  2/06
   1 E SUDLEY            23.0   300 PM  2/06
   1 W LINCOLNIA         22.3   630 PM  2/06
   1 SE THE I66 AND I49  22.0   500 PM  2/06
   2 NE OAKTON           20.0   530 PM  2/06   AVERAGE DEPTH
...LOUDOUN COUNTY...
   LEESBURG              34.5   335 PM  2/06
   3 SSW BLUEMONT        34.0   433 PM  2/06
   2 SSE ARCOLA          33.0   600 PM  2/06
   DULLES INTERNATIONAL  32.4   550 PM  2/06
   1 SW ARCOLA           32.0   540 PM  2/06
   2 WSW LEESBURG        32.0   315 PM  2/06   SNOW DEPTH
   2 ENE LOVETTSVILLE    30.0   520 PM  2/06
   2 WNW PURCELLVILLE    30.0   400 PM  2/06
   1 E STERLING PARK     29.0   645 PM  2/06
   LUCKETTS              29.0   335 PM  2/06
   1 SSE STERLING        26.1   520 PM  2/06
   2 SW ASHBURN          26.0   500 PM  2/06
   1 NE ASHBURN          22.1   615 PM  2/06

This snowfall appears to be a record breaker, and bigger than the storm of February 1979.

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Snowpocalypse Part Two buries Oak Hill

Posted on February 6, 2010 at 9:49 am in

With all the snow and drifting snow it is hard to get an accurate measurement of snowfall. Here are some snowfall measurements at suggest that Oak Hill has had about 15 inches of snow as of early this morning. Most likely we are closer to twenty inches at this point. This storm will probably break all records. The storm is supposed to last until around ten p.m. tonight.

...FAIRFAX COUNTY...
   2 SSW RESTON          15.0   140 AM  2/06   THUNDER
   1 WNW BURKE           13.3   115 AM  2/06
   2 SW HYBLA VALLEY     12.0   100 AM  2/06   SPOTTER

...LOUDOUN COUNTY...
   2 WSW LEESBURG        25.0   500 AM  2/06
   BLUEMONT              22.0   641 AM  2/06
   2 NNW DULLES INTERNA  20.0   645 AM  2/06   WFO STERLING CO-OP OB
   1 NE ASHBURN          18.8   600 AM  2/06   NWS EMPLOYEE
   1 N LEESBURG          18.0   118 AM  2/06
   3 NW DULLES INTERNAT  17.5   435 AM  2/06

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February Events at Frying Pan Park

Posted on February 4, 2010 at 7:54 pm in

Saturday, February 6

Virginia Hunter Horse Show Series

Starting at 9 a.m. at Frying Pan Farm Park, classes include hunters, ponies, equitation and more. This event is held rain or shine. Spectators are free. For information, call 703-437-9101.

Sunday, February 7

Jumper Horse Show Series

Come to Frying Pan Farm Park at 9 a.m. to watch local residents compete for a blue ribbon in a variety of jumping classes. This event is held indoors rain or shine. Spectators are free. For information, call 703-437-9101.

Raise the Rafters Concert

Join Katy Benko and Julie Crosson on a journey through the roots of rock at Frying Pan Farm Park Visitor Center from 2 to 3 p.m. The performances are interactive and focus on the history, musical styles and artists of a particular decade. This family activity is suitable for children ages six and older. Admission is free. For more information call 703-437-9101.

Game Day

It’s Game Day at Frying Pan Farm Park Visitor Center for families and friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Before TV, Tivo and PSD, we played Monopoly, Dominoes, Backgammon and Parcheesi. Learn a new game or play your favorites. Admission is free. For information, call 703-437-9101.

Sundays, February 7 & 21

Acoustic Jam

Come to Frying Pan Farm Park Visitor Center from 1 to 4 p.m. for a down-home jam session. Whether you’re pickin’, strummin or just listenin’ – it’s an old-fashioned knee-slappin’, finger-poppin’, toe-tappin’ good time! Bring your instrument or just drop by. Admission is free. For information, call 703-437-9101.

Sunday, February 21

Sunday Matinee Movie: Pinocchio

Don’t miss Jiminy Cricket, Gepetto, the toymaker, Figuro, the cat, and memorable Disney music during a matinee showing of Pinocchio at Frying Pan Farm Park Visitor Center from noon to 1:30 p.m. and again from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The Academy Award winning film, released in 1940, features the adventures of a little wooden puppet that longs to be a boy. Afterward, take a winter stroll and visit the many farm babies born in late winter. The G-rated film and farm visit are free. For more information, please call 703-437-9101.

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The snow before the big snow

Posted on February 4, 2010 at 5:36 pm in

As Oak Hill prepares for another snowfall, estimated at a foot or more starting tomorrow morning, we can be fairly sure it will not be as pretty as the four inches or so we received earlier this week. Here is a picture taken from the Admin’s back yard on the morning of February 3rd. Click to see a larger version of the picture.

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February Events at McNair Elementary School (updated)

Posted on February 2, 2010 at 9:32 pm in

Dads for Donuts–Wednesday, February 3–7:40 A.M.–Cafeteria–turn in forms by Tuesday Feb. 2

Mark your calendars for the McNair Book Fair February 8-12–A wonderful event for all ages.

Book Fair Family Night at the Diner is Wednesday, February 10, from 5:00-8:00. Come browse and buy with your child, dance and eat pizza at the Sock Hop in the cafeteria, and have a great time!

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Rachel Carson Middle School February Events

Posted on February 2, 2010 at 9:29 pm in
Feb. 5
 Early-release for students at 11:50 / Report cards mailed home
Feb. 9
 PTA meeting, 7 pm in media center
Feb. 11
 Rising 8th grade Parent Orientation, 7 pm (GT center & special ed break out sessions at 6:30) (snow date–Feb. 12)
Feb. 15
 No school–President’s Day
Feb. 24
 Pre-Festival orchestra concert, 7 pm
March 11
 Rising 7th grade Parent Orientation (GT center & special ed break out sessions at 6:15) (snow date–March 19)

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February events in Franklin Farm

Posted on January 29, 2010 at 9:39 pm in
02/02/2010 Architectural Review Board, 6:30 p.m.
02/04/2010 Open Space Committee, 7 p.m.
02/08/2010 Community Functions Committee, 7 p.m.
02/11/2010 Financial Advisory Committee, 7:30 p.m.
02/12/2010 Election petitions due in office by 5 p.m.
02/15/2010 President’s Day, Foundation office closed.
02/17/2010 Board of Trustees, 6:30 p.m.
02/23/2010 ARB applications for March 2 meeting due in office by 5 p.m.

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February events at McNair Elementary School

Posted on January 26, 2010 at 9:09 pm in

January 28–Thursday–Winter Beginning Band and Strings Concert–Students must report at 6:30–Concert begins at 7:00 P.M.

January 29 and February 1–No school for students–Teacher Workday and In-Service Day

Dads for Donuts–Wednesday, February 3–7:40 A.M.–Cafeteria–turn in forms by Tuesday Feb. 2

Mark your calendars for the McNair Book Fair February 8-12–A wonderful event for all ages.

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February events at Oak Hill Elementary

Posted on January 26, 2010 at 9:07 pm in

Friday January 30 and Monday February 1
Teacher Work Day-NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

Monday, February 15
President’s Day Holiday-NO SCHOOL

Friday, February 19
PTA Movie Night 7:00-9:00 p.m.

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More January events at Frying Pan Park

Posted on January 22, 2010 at 10:05 pm in

Sunday, January 24

Matinee Movie – Babe

Don’t miss this opportunity to see Babe at noon to1:30 p.m. or 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Frying Pan Farm Park Visitor Center. Enjoy this movie favorite free of charge on the Visitor Center’s 12′ screen. Released in 1995, this Academy Award winning film tells the heartwarming tale of Babe, who thinks he is a sheep herding pig. It is rated PG. After the movie, visit the many farm babies born in late winter. Check our website for due dates. Call 703-437-9101 for more information.

Sunday, January 31

Groundhog Celebration

Groundhog Day comes a little early to Frying Pan Farm Park! Bring the whole family to learn about groundhogs and other ways to predict the weather from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Enjoy crafts, games and hot chocolate. Pre-paid reservations are required. The cost is $5 per person. Dress for the weather. Call 703-437-9101 for more information.

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