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THE BIG REVEAL: 1 Volunteer + 19,000 Hours = 1 Extreme Exterior Makeover

Submitted by Sherry Moeller
Tuesday, October 11th, 2011, 2:32pm
THE BIG REVEAL: 1 Volunteer + 19,000 Hours = 1 Extreme Exterior Makeover

Gary Gaal, winner of the Extreme Exterior Makeover from Case Design/Remodeling and Ply Gem, continues to inspire with his community service.

A recurring question during the exterior makeover of Gary Gaal's home was: "How does someone volunteer so many hours?" For Gaal, it's easy. "I see people on the worst day of their lives and try to make it better." Gaal works every hurricane, flood and snowstorm and manages the scene at auto accidents and any other disaster that may occur. He is dedicated to helping others and is extremely proud of becoming a Fire Unit Officer which puts him in charge as an Fire Engine OIC and in command of the fire ground as a first arriving engine officer. One example: when an 11-year-old boy was thrown 30 feet off his bike after being struck by a car, Gaal was the first to arrive, controlled the scene and administered life saving techniques until the medics arrived. The victim survived.

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Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing Names 2011 Affordable Housing Honorees

Submitted by Ellen Scott, Community Web Producer
Friday, September 30th, 2011, 3:47pm

From APAH:

 

Arlington, VA (September 30, 2011) -- The Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing (APAH) today announced the 2011 Affordable Housing Honorees who will be honored at the APAH Annual Fundraiser on October 19, 2011, from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm, at the Clarendon Ballroom in Arlington, VA.

            “APAH is honoring John Milliken, Partner, Venable LLP, for his many contributions to Arlington County and the Commonwealth of Virginia,” said Nina Janopaul, APAH President/CEO.

            “APAH is honoring Charlie Rinker for his tireless advocacy on behalf of hard-working, low income families living in Arlington and Washington, DC,”  Janopaul went on to say.

            Mr. Milliken, a member of the Arlington County Board from

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It's Pumpkin Season and the Recipes are Endless

Submitted by Ellen Scott, Community Web Producer
Thursday, September 15th, 2011, 12:56pm
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Week 3: 1 Volunteer + 19,000 Hours = 1 Extreme Exterior Makeover

Submitted by Sherry Moeller
Friday, September 2nd, 2011, 12:28pm
Week 3: 1 Volunteer + 19,000 Hours = 1 Extreme Exterior Makeover

 

Week 3: 1 Volunteer + 19,000 Hours = 1 Extreme Exterior Makeover

by Sherry Moeller

An Earthquake and a Hurricane Test the Durability of the Just Installed Ply Gem Products

While week three of the Case Design/Remodeling, Inc. - Ply Gem Extreme Exterior Makeover of retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. Gary Gaal's Alexandria, Virginia home is complete, Mother Nature paid a couple visits in the middle of it all.

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Week 2: 1 Volunteer + 19,000 Hours = 1 Extreme Exterior Makeover

Submitted by Sherry Moeller
Thursday, August 25th, 2011, 8:06am
Week 2: 1 Volunteer + 19,000 Hours = 1 Extreme Exterior Makeover

Week 2: 1 Volunteer + 19,000 Hours = 1 Extreme Exterior Makeover

by Sherry Moeller

Yesterday’s Earthquake Doesn’t Hinder Progress of the Exterior Home Makeover at Virginia Volunteer Gary Gaal’s Alexandria Residence

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Week 1: 1 Volunteer + 19,000 Hours = 1 Extreme Exterior Makeover

Submitted by Sherry Moeller
Wednesday, August 17th, 2011, 10:26am
Week 1: 1 Volunteer + 19,000 Hours = 1 Extreme Exterior Makeover

Week 1: 1 Volunteer + 19,000 Hours = 1 Extreme Exterior Makeover
by Sherry Moeller

Case Design/Remodeling, Inc. Wins Ply Gem’s Designed Exterior Giveaway; Gifts It to Virginia Volunteer Gary Gaal

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Going Green Can Be Stress Free

Submitted by Susan Samakow, PCC, CPCC, Welcome to my Blog
Monday, July 25th, 2011, 8:53am

For some people going green can be stressful.  Many of us see environmental consciousness as another project to add to a  never-ending and always growing to do list. Other thoughts I’ve heard are: What’s it going to cost?  I don’t have the time for this; everyone else is doing it so I don’t have to bother…one person won’t make a difference. 

     Well, let’s clear up these negative misconceptions.  Yes, you do make a difference.  A positive difference!  And yes, it will make a difference in your life, in your health, and for future generations. Think of your kids and grandkids! Remember, when you light a candle and then light many other candles from that original flame, you will not diminish the light of the original candle…you can light up the world from the original flame.  How’s that for the power of one?

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