From what we hear from their neighbors, not only do they take excellent care of their yard, but are great neighbors too:

“Mr. Below is a wonderful neighbor. He’s friendly, conscientious, and takes such wonderful care of his yard. If it is before 9:00 a.m. on Saturday morning you will find him with the clippers in hand trimming areas of this flowerbed or yard. He is such a gentleman, never starts his mower before 9:00 a.m.”

The Below’s beautifully manicured lawn is centered with a flower bed of a mixed variety of lush green plantings, flowering bushes, and anchored with lovely birdbaths. It is a fine example of blending a variety of foliage for interest with flowering plants.

To present the awards on behalf of Alden Bridge Village Association were Board members, Colette Weinreich Stowe, Darla Bell and Theresa Wagaman. Theresa is pictured with Robert Below above. Sponsored by Lowes, Chic-Fil-A, and the Mitchell Pavillion, our thanks to the Below’s for all their hard work in beautifying their property which all of us can enjoy!

Congratulations to Warren and Peggy Gartman, the winning homeowners for August Yard of the Month! Please take a few minutes to drive over to the Hollylaurel Subdivision and view this charming yard appropriately described as an “English Garden”! Beautifully landscaped with a bevy of flowering shrubs, plants and lush greenery, it is truly a lovely site and a happy home to butterflies and bumblebees! Our warmest congratulations and thanks to Warren and Peggy for all your hard work and diligence in maintaining the beauty of your property for all of us to enjoy!

Take a few minutes to drive over to Eagle Mead Subdivision and enjoy this beautifully landscaped property! Selection of shrubbery and planting was made by Lia Hajtovik, while her husband, Glen, did the muscle work! And we are so happy you did! Thank you for beautifying our community with your hard work!

Presenting the awards donated by Chick-fil-A, Lowe’s, and the Mitchell Pavilion were your ABVA Board Members, Colette Weinreich Stowe, Darla Bell and Rose Herzog. Take Research Forest to Crown Ridge and turn right, make an immediate left into Eagle Mead and look for 38 Eagle Mead on the right.

Your ABVA is pleased to present the Yard of the Month recognition to Teddy and Bob Woodyard at 38 Rockledge Court! Here are some comments submitted with this property's nomination:

"Bob and Teddy moved in last year. They had an ordinary 'drive-by' neighborhood yard before and have transformed it into a beautiful 'stop and gawk' landscape. All of our Eagle Mead neighbors are commenting on the improvements. Teddy did the landscape design and plant selections, as well, as overseeing the work."

"Mrs. Woodyard lives on a court in which her property is along both main entrance streets into their neighborhood. The long street-facing side of her yard has been completed to showcase lush grass, elegant landscaping, and complimentary wrought iron seating and decoration for the front porch. Even the unsightly manhole cover on the opposite side of her driveway, she has managed to shroud amongst flattering, flowering plants. Her neighbors, with her guidance, are now tackling the center island of the court to make it more welcoming as well."

We are very appreciative of the Woodyard's efforts in enhancing the beauty of our community!  Please drive by and take a look! Simply take Research Forest to Crownridge and turn right, make an immediate left into the Eagle Mead Subdivision and look for the Yard of the Month sign just 2 blocks down on the right at the corner of Rockledge cul-de-sac. Enjoy!