Holiday Balcony/Patio Decorating Contest
Need extra cash?  Decorate your balcony or patio for the holidays, call and let us know that you wish to be entered.  Judging will take place on December 14.  Cash prizes will be awarded!  Make Merrifield shine!

Resident Referral
Speaking of extra cash, refer your friends, co-workers, etc. to Merrifield.  If they lease with us, you will receive a $300 referral fee.  It’s that easy!

Clubhouse/Guest Suite
We proved the place, you provide the party.  With the arrival of the holiday season, you may want to celebrate.  Our clubhouse will give you enough room and convenience to invite everyone on your party list.  If you have more guest that expected and need an extra place for them to stay, you can rent our guest suite.  If you would like more information or wish to reserve, please contact the office.

Tree Disposal
It seems that as soon as you get your Christmas tree up and decorated, the time comes to take it down.  When that time comes, we ask that you please dispose of your tree in the large dumpster at the back of the property (across from the clubhouse).  Please do not put them in or around the regular trash enclosures.  Please contact the office if you have any question.

Storage
Running out of room in your apartment?  If so, call the office today to reserve a storage space.  We have storage spaces for you to lease for only $55 per month.  Call today and de-clutter for the New Year!

Maintenance Corner
In the effort of conservation, please remember to program your thermostat.  Se the heat to be low (not off) when you are going to be away or during the night.  Set it a little higher during the times you are home.

During snow, please remember our first obligation is to keep the streets open for emergency vehicles should the need arise.  When you clean off your vehicle, please do not throw the snow back into the street.

Renters’ Insurance
Your home contains the most valuable possessions you own so keep them protected.  It is recommended that every resident have renters’ insurance.  This can be obtained at a very reasonable rate.  The community’s insurance policy does not cover your personal belongings.

We Love Our Residents
To all those residents who have recently renewed their leases – thanks for making Merrifield your home for another year.  For those of you who have just joined our community, Welcome Home!  Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make the upcoming year an even better one for you.

Rent Payment
Why worry about paying your rent each month?  ACH debit is available.  Sign up today for ACH debit where your monthly rent will be taken out of your bank account each month.  Forms are available in the office.

Social Gatherings
Watch for further details!

Local Happenings

December 2011

1 - National Tree Lighting @ Mall
2-4 - Washington Craft Show @ Washington Convention Center
9-11 - Sugarloaf Crafts @ Dulles Expo Center
10 - WMZQ Winter Fest @ Patriot Center
13 - Billy Elliott @ Kennedy Center
17-18 - Sesame Street Live @ Patriot Center
31 - First Night @ Old Towne Alexandria

January 2012

15 - NBC $ Health & Fitness @ Washington Convention Center
23 - Bryan Adams @ Strathmore
27 - Auto Show @ Washington Convention Center

February 2012

5 - SUPER BOWL @ Indianapolis IN
17 - Steve Harvey @ DAR Constitution Hall
21 - George Washington’s Birthday
26 - Disney Live @ Patriot Center
3-5 - Golf Show @ Dulles Expo