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Mount Vernon’s Hometown Newspaper • A Connection Newspaper November 14, 2013 Investing in Youth Leaders in Mount Vernon to consider budget effort to help at-risk schoolchildren
By Michael Lee Pope “It’s important in the sense that The Gazette it’s dealing with not so much today’s youth but the youth down hat kind of invest- the road,” said Christopher Low, ment should co-chairman of the Mount Vernon WFairfax County Council of Citizens Associations. make in at-risk “If we deal with it today it kind of youth? That’s a question now un- feeds into that.” der consideration by the Mount At issue is a range of budget is- Vernon Council of Citizens Asso- sues that will soon be before mem- ciations, which is considering a bers of the Fairfax County Board resolution that would urge county of Supervisors and School Board, leaders to make strategic invest- everything from prevention ser- ments during the upcoming bud- vices and intervention programs get cycle. Advocates say this part offered by the county to diversion of Fairfax County is facing a crisis programs designed to keep chil- of at-risk youth, and unless criti- dren out of the court system. One cal investments are made now, a of the chief recommendations is a generation of children will be lost to poverty, crime and disease. See Youth, Page 20 Marshall To Lead Stratford Landing ES Moves from Garfield’s 370 students to 904 at new school. By Steve Hibbard
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n Dec. 2, Dr. Maureen OMarshall, Ph.D., will be Steve Hibbard the new principal of Stratford Landing Elementary School. She has worked at the di- verse Garfield Elementary in Springfield since 2002. /The Gazette Marshall, 44, was named Prin- cipal of Year for Fairfax County in 2011 and won the Washington Post Distinguished Educational Leadership Award that same year. Maureen Marshall is the Her personality can be summed new principal of Stratford Landing Elementary School See Marshall, Page 23 in Alexandria. Photo by Renée Ruggles/The Gazette
Honoring Veterans
11/15/13
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School rolled out the welcome mat for veterans home in Requested of U.S. military service as part of the sixth annual History Channel’s Take a Veteran material.
to School Day on Friday, Nov. 8. Brigadier Gen. William Cole (front) and Col. Danny Time-sensitive Postmaster:
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U.S. Postage U.S. PRSRT STD PRSRT www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 ❖ 1 2 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Veterans Meet with Students at Fort Hunt Elementary
ort Hunt Elementary School parents and F family members who serve in the armed forces visited classrooms Monday, Nov. 11 to tell students about their roles in protecting the country. Topics ranged from aviation to law enforcement and several service branches were represented. This is the fifth year the school has observed Veterans Day with this program. It has become a way for students and staff to show their appreciation for — and learn more about — the military community that surrounds them. Maj. Tim McGrew, U.S. Army, speaks to Meghann Dailey’s Maj. Keith McManus, U.S. Army, speaks to Rachel Smith’s Kindergarten class. Kindergarten class.
LCDR Troy Taraglia helps a student put on a flight vest Lt. Col Troy and Lt. Col Cherryl Sulllivan address Veronica in Meghann Dailey’s Kin- Lindeman’s first grade class. dergarten class. CDR Cory Culver, U.S. Navy, talks to sixth graders.
Capt. Karin Kulinski, U.S. Navy, speaks to fifth graders.
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Kindergarteners place flags in front of the Maj Gen Vaughn Ary with second grade LTC JC Conmy, U.S. Army, speaks to third graders. school in honor of veterans. and Kindergarten students. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 ❖ 3 4 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Rex Reiley RE/MAX Allegiance 703-768-7730 [email protected]
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Keynote Speaker Col. Danny Pummill (ret.) spoke to the students, en- Led by their Music Teachers Cary Hertzog (with guitar) and Jamie En- couraging them to work towards what they want to be when they grow sign, students sang “This Land is Your Land” and “Yankee Doodle” for up. Then, he presented their principal, Dr. Pamela Simpkins, a veteran the guests. herself, with a Challenge Coin. Mount Vernon Woods Elementary Welcomes Veterans
Brigadier Gen. William Cole is escorted by two Student Council members Specialist Mohamed Mustafa spoke to Hagan Trees’ fifth grade class. to their classroom. Each veteran was escorted to a classroom to speak to They kept him busy with a steady stream of questions and enthusiastic students and answer questions. reactions to his answers.
The visiting veterans and other special guests, along with their student Dr. Libby O’Connell, chief historian for the History Channel, talks to the ambassadors. students about the event they are a part of. 6 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Our LAST Auction Last chance to get the rug of your OLD TOWN dreams for pennies on MASTERPIECES the dollar! Has Closed Its Doors Forever FINAL . 24 at 2 pm AUCTION e each auction) Sat. Nov. 23 at 1 pm • Sun. Nov . 25 at 7 pm • (Inspection 2 hrs. befor Mon. Nov Auction Conducted by Steven Little Licensed #2905001774 This superb collection is probably the Old Town Masterpieces Auction Photo Contributed 3400 Commonwealth Avenue largest collection of Persian Alexandria, VA 22305 Donations Stock UCM Food Pantry & Oriental rugs ever (703) 836-9020 The annual Scouting for Food drive on Saturday, Nov. 9 liquidated at public auction Complimentary Refreshments was a community-wide success. United Community Minis- tries estimates a record-breaking collection again this year, surpassing last year’s seven tons of food donated, Remaining collected, sorted and packed all in one day by community volunteers. Scouting for Food is a family affair for the Inventory Yokeley family of Troop #888 at Plymouth Haven Baptist to be SOLD at Church. Showing off the plastic collection bags donated by Safeway are, from left: Scout Leader Richard Yokeley, Commonwealth Avenue son Garrett, wife Kim, and son Gavin. To find out how to Warehouse Location help with a holiday food or children’s gift drive, visit Warehouse closes forever www.ucmagency.org or email [email protected]. NOVEMBER 30th! TCHOUPITOULAS Fine Furnishings and Interior Design
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Email announcements to [email protected]. Deadline is Thursday at noon. From left: Peter Serle, THURSDAY/NOV. 14 SUNDAY/NOV. 17 Lizzy Rader, English Conversation. 10:30 a.m. or Affordable Care Act Talk. 3-5 p.m. 7 p.m. at Sherwood Library, 501 at AAUW, 200 Cameron Station Blvd. Kaila Ander- Sherwood Hall Lane. Adults can Two panelists will present their views son, Emma converse with other adults learning on the act. Free. Hosted by Norville, Ben English. Free. 703-765-3645. Alexandria and Mount Vernon English Conversation. 2 p.m. at John branches of AAUW. Contact Danielle Roberts, David Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Beach for more information: 202- Jarzen, Eddie Drive. Adults can converse with other 494-9796. Perez and adults learning English. Free. 703- 971-0010. Nikki Amico. English Conversation. 7 p.m. at MONDAY/NOV. 18 Kingstowne Library, 6500 Talk. 12:30 p.m. at Hollin Hall Senior Landsdowne Centre. Adults can Center, 1500 Shenandoah Road. converse with other adults learning Alzheimer’s Association presents English. Free. 703-339-4610. “Conversations about Dementia - Tips to Help Families: Doctors, Medications, Legal and Financial.” Photo by FRIDAY/NOV. 15 Laura Marshall Free. 703-765-4573. Mini Bazaar. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Inova Hollin Hall Senior Center Open Mount Vernon Hospital, 2501 Parkers House. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Hollin Hall Lane, sponsored by the Inova Mount Senior Center, 1500 Shenandoah Vernon Hospital Auxiliary. Enjoy a Road. Take a tour, class, meet people day Christmas shopping for loved and more. Free. 703-765-4573. ones. Something for everyone. Intermediate Level Powerpoint. 6 Christmas ornaments, fresh pecans, p.m. at Sherwood Regional Library, ‘Avenue Q: School Edition’ on Stage jewelry, toys and more. Call 703-360- 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Learn how 2969. to increase PowerPoint skill. Must English Conversation. 10:30 a.m. at know the basics. Free. Registration eyond the Page Theatre Company of West ents should use discretion however based on the Sherwood Regional Library, 2501 required. 703-765-3645. Sherwood Hall Lane. Adults can Potomac High School continues its perfor- maturity level of their children. Recently the theatre converse with other adults learning mances of “Avenue Q: School Edition” on company performed a 45-minute version of the show English. Free. 703-765-3645. TUESDAY/NOV. 19 B Community Dance. 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Genealogical Society Meeting. 1 Nov. 14 and 16 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 17 at 2 to the Virginia Theatre Association High School The- Hollin Hall Senior Center, 1500 p.m. at Hollin Hall Senior Center, p.m. atre Festival. Beyond the Page Theatre Company was Shenandoah Road. Music provided by 1500 Shenandoah Road. “Genealogy The musical that tells the story of a recent college awarded Best Ensemble - Acting, Best Overall En- the Mount Vernon Swing Band. and New Deal Relief” presented by grad name Princeton (David Jarzen) who moves into semble, Honorary Mention for Overall Performance Refreshments provided. $4. 703-765- John Deeben of the National 4573. Archives. Free. Visit a shabby New York apartment all the way out on and Lizzy Rader (Kate Monster) was named to the www.mvgenealogyorg or 703-866- Avenue Q. There, he meets Kate Monster (Lizzy All-Star/All State Cast. 2478. SATURDAY/NOV. 16 Rader), Rod, the Republican (Eddie Perez), Trekkie All performances are at West Potomac High School One-on-One Internet/Computer English Conversation. 10:30 a.m. at Training. 8 p.m. at Martha (Sam Rainey) and Lucy (Emily Carbone), and other in the Kogelman Theatre at 6500 Quander Road, Sherwood Regional Library, 2501 Washington Library. Adults can get colorful types who help Princeton finally discover Alexandria. Tickets are $12 and are available at the Sherwood Hall Lane. Adults can help with basic skills. Call for his purpose in life. door and available online at http:// converse with other adults learning appointment. English. Free. 703-765-3645. “Avenue Q: School Edition” is rated PG-13; par- wphsavenueqschooledition.brownpapertickets.com
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Photo Contributed Adam Ashley, Tommy Richman, Frankie Littleton, Winston Leslie and Stephanie Frazier in rehearsal. Children’s Theatre To Present ‘High School Musical’ Mount Vernon Community Children’s decide to audition for the high school Theatre kicks off its 2013-14 season by musical. Chamber’s New Logo bringing Disney Channel’s High School Although many students resent the Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Musical to the stage Nov. 15-24. The cast threat posed to the “status quo,” Troy and Commerce unveiled a new logo as showcases more than 40 young actors Gabriella’s alliance might just open the part of a move to update its image representing 22 area schools. door for others to shine as well. “High in the community. Combined with a The musical follows the students of School Musical” is entertainment for the new tagline — Connecting Business East High as they deal with issues of love, whole family. and Community — the chamber’s friends, and family while balancing their Showtimes are Nov. 15 and 16 at 7:30 new identity replaces a logo and classes and extra curricular activities. p.m. and Nov. 17 at 3 p.m. in the Bryant seal designed more than 50 years Troy, the resident jock, and brainy Alternative High School at 2709 Popkins ago. Above, Chamber chairman Michael Gailliot unveils the logo with Gabriella cause an upheaval when they Lane. designer Ellen Hamilton and task force chair Gavin Carter. See www.mtvernon-leechamber.org.
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www.MountVernonGazette.com Proof Every Vote Matters @MtVernonGazette An independent, locally owned weekly write-in votes are huge in a race that at one votes, with 50.1 percent of the vote over Jen- newspaper delivered Elections have point had Obenshain ahead by 15 votes. nifer Boysko with 49.74 percent. Del. Barbara to homes and businesses. Published by The process of canvassing or verifying the Comstock (R) won reelection with 50.64 per- Local Media Connection LLC consequences, vote has been revealing, including a malfunc- cent of the vote over Kathleen Murphy (D) who tioning voting machine that had more than received 49.19 percent, a margin of less than 1606 King Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314 including close races. 2,000 votes uncounted in Fairfax County, a 500 votes. All results are still unofficial. voting machine in Richmond that hadn’t been Consider another close race, in November Free digital edition delivered to uesday morning, a full week after counted at all and many smaller errors. Hu- 2007: then state Sen. Ken Cuccinelli (R-37) your email box. Go to connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe an Election Day that included races man error and computer error are to be ex- won re-election by less than one-half of a per- that were more suspenseful than pected. centage point, with an edge of just 92 votes NEWS DEPARTMENT: T To discuss ideas and concerns, anticipated (and also many races It will make a difference which man is elected out of 37,185 ballots cast, beating Democrat that were foregone conclusions), we are prob- as Attorney General. The current Attorney Janet Oleszek. Approximately 32 percent of Call: 703-778-9410 e-mail: ably more than a month away from cer- General, Ken Cuccinelli, demonstrated registered voters in the 37th District cast bal- [email protected] tifying the winner of the Virginia At- the influence that office can exert on lots at the polls in that election. torney General race. Editorial many fronts, from academic freedom Retiring Del. Jim Scott was elected in 1991 Steven Mauren Editor, 703-778-9415 At press time, the State Board of Elec- and scrutiny to the challenge of health with a margin of a single vote. [email protected] tions reported, unofficially, that Mark Herring care reform to implementation of environmen- Just a few of many examples that prove that (D) had 1,103,610 votes with 49.89 percent tal regulations to investigations of the house- every vote really does matter. Michael Lee Pope Reporter, 703-615-0960 of the vote; Mark Obenshain (R) had 1,103,493 hold staff of the Governor’s mansion. — Mary Kimm [email protected] votes with 49.88 percent of the vote. The 5,152 Del. Tom Rust (R) won reelection by just 57 [email protected] @MichaelLeePope
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By Sharon Bulova number of letters, emails some spirited debate. I especially want to thank Jon Roetman Chairman/Fairfax County and phone calls regarding Deputy County Executive Dave Molchany for Sports Editor, 703-224-3015 Board of Supervisors [email protected] the proposed library reor- his personal investment of time and energy to @jonroetman ganization as well as the assist library staff with ensuring a thoughtful n September, the Fairfax County Board of “floating collection” and and insightful process. Our Board has asked Louise Krafft Photographer ISupervisors called for the suspension of a issues around the discard- for a progress report from the Library Board [email protected] major reorganization proposed to our ing of books. I believe, of Trustees to be presented at our Board meet- Fairfax County Public Library system. The sus- based on the feedback I ing on Nov. 19 and I am looking forward to ADVERTISING: pension was requested in order to provide have received, that the re- hearing directly from them. For advertising information e-mail: more opportunity for outreach to concerned organization as proposed During these recession years, library systems [email protected] library employees and patrons so that proposed was too much for the organization to absorb. around the country have had to reduce hours, changes could be explained, evaluated and Many of the ideas contained within the plan, cut services or even close library branches; Julie Ferrill Display Advertising, 703-778-9446 vetted among stakeholders. The Connection however, have value and should continue to Fairfax County is not alone in this struggle. [email protected] Newspaper has covered this issue. be explored. Our shared goal is to make sure Libraries across the country have also been As our nation and Fairfax County have our libraries continue to be the vital and vi- exploring innovative ways to contain costs Helen Walutes Display Advertising, 703-224-3028 struggled with the effects of the Great Reces- brant places that our community can enjoy and while at the same time maintaining or even [email protected] sion and its lengthy aftermath, we have needed rely upon well into the future. The quality of improving services to meet the needs of their to make reductions to the many services and our collection and the services we offer should residents. I am confident that Fairfax County Andrea Smith Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 programs the county provides. Throughout this reflect the standards Fairfax County residents will prove to be a leader in achieving this goal. [email protected] time, our Board has sought to maintain taxes expect. This issue has served to energize those in at a level that is affordable for our community. I would like to thank members of the Library our Fairfax County community who appreci- Debbie Funk National Sales I applaud our County staff for proposing effi- Board of Trustees and library staff for their ef- ate the value our outstanding library system 703-778-9444 ciencies and reorganizations during this time forts during the past few months as they have affords us. Thank you for rallying to support [email protected] that have helped us maintain high quality ser- conducted a series of discussion forums on the our libraries! vices that also save taxpayers money. proposed changes. I understand the meetings Publisher Sharon Bulova Jerry Vernon Over the past few months, I have received a have been constructive and have included [email protected]
Editor & Publisher Letters to the Editor Mary Kimm 703-778-9433 complete both connections. side, we do win — regardless of [email protected] @MaryKimm Appreciate I sent copies of my letter to both Progress any political façade that might [Mount Vernon District Supervi- seem to suggest otherwise. Editor in Chief Improvements sor] Gerry Hyland and the project In the 44th In Virginia House District 44, Steven Mauren Art/Design: To the Editor: engineers, but I can’t say if either To the Editor: over 5,000 people came, voted and Laurence Foong, John Heinly A couple of weeks ago, you pub- ensured the new concrete in re- I find it encouraging to know secured the true victory that con- Production Manager: lished my letter reporting sponse to my letter or planned it there are indeed principled men science requires. And for that, I am Jean Card Geovani Flores missing pedestrian connections all along. and women all across the district extremely grateful. to the bus stop and curb at the The important thing is that those who stand with me on the issues. Statewide, among those House CIRCULATION: 703-778-9426 northeast corner of Richmond responsible have taken responsi- I know this because, by the en- of Delegates contests involving an Circulation Manager: Highway and Fordson Road. The bility and action, and pedestrians abling grace of God, over 5,000 of independent or third party candi- Ann Oliver [email protected] developer of the new strip mall on are now much more welcome and them came out to the polls to vote date (20 races in all), our cam- that side of the Highway between safe. “Joe Glean” on Election Day 2013. paign placed among the top three. A Connection Newspaper Boswell and Fordson had con- Everyone involved gets kudos, They came out to vote, not be- And among those vying to unseat structed a magnificent new path whatever the sequence of events. cause anyone had predicted in a Democrat incumbent, our cam- — without reaching the few feet advance that I would win. But be- paign has, in fact, tied for first to the cause they share my confidence in place. bus stop or corner. A few days Larry D. Huffman knowing, so long as we continue We even outperformed two “ma- ago, I noticed framing in place to Alexandria to stand courageously on God’s See Letters, Page 26 10 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 ❖ 11 12 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 ❖ 13 14 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 ❖ 15 Entertainment
E-mail announcements to gazette@ School Musical” by Mount Vernon connectionnewspapers.com. Photos and Community Children’s Theatre at artwork are encouraged. Deadline is Bryant Alternative High School, 2709 Thursday at noon. Popkins Lane. $12/person or $11 for groups of 10 or more. Visit mvcct.org for more. Features over 40 members ONGOING from local schools. Life Drawing. Del Ray Artisans offers a Art Exhibit. See “Concrete, Glass and range of open life drawing sessions to Color,” mosaic art by Jane Pettit at hone figure drawing skills. Drop-in Crossroads Gallery at Goodwin with your supplies to draw live House Bailey’s Crossroads, 3440 S. models. Fee: $8-12. View the Jefferson St., Falls Church. Free. The calendar at exhibit runs Oct. 16 through Nov. 24. www.TheDelRayArtisans.org. 703-578-7201. The West End Farmers Market will Art Exhibit. See “Pursuit of Beauty” at run Sundays from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Multiple Exposures Gallery in the through November. Located at Ben Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 N. Brenman Park, browse food, crafts Union St. Juried by Tom Beck, the and more. Visit exhibit showcases fine art www.westendfarmersmarket.org. photography and will run through Photography Workshop. 10:30 a.m.- Nov. 24. Visit noon at Multiple Exposures Gallery www.torpedofactory.org for more. on 105 N. Union Street. Art Exhibit. Through November, see Photographers and enthusiasts of all Jenna Fournel’s work at Huntley skill levels are invited to share work, Meadows Park. Hours are Monday, ideas, and questions at this free Wednesday-Friday from 9 a.m.-5 workshop held on the last Sunday of p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from
Photos by each month, except December. No noon-5 p.m. Visit reservations. Call 703-683-2205. www.jenna4nel.com for more. Book a Librarian. At the Charles E. Art Exhibit. See “Del Ray Dozen Beatley, Jr. Central Library, 5005 Invitational Photography Show” at Duke St, for help with research or to Del Ray Artisans, 2704 Mount Vernon Ave. Subject matter ranges Michael deBlois better understand the library’s databases and resources. Make an from landscapes to portraits and a appointment by calling 703-746- little bit of everything in between and 1751. the select photographers approach Computer Tutoring. At the Charles E. their craft in different ways—as Beatley, Jr. Central Library, 5005 traditional film shooters, digital Duke St. Individual assistance from a image-makers, darkroom junkies, librarian. Call 703-746-1751. print makers, and experimentalists. Encore Chorale. Mondays 10:30 a.m.- Exhibit runs Nov. 1 through Dec. 1. Actors Jennifer McClean, Adriana Hardy, Shaina Higgins, Jean Hudson Miller, Nyla Rose noon at the George Washington For more information, visit DeGroat and Karen Lawrence in a scene from “Shiloh Rules” at Port City Playhouse. Masonic National Memorial, 101 www.TheDelRayArtisans.org. Callahan Dr. Register now for Encore Art Exhibit. Photographer Everitt Clark Chorale’s fall season. The group of presents “Cities in the Air” from Nov. singers, ages 55 and up, practice 7 through Dec. 2 in the Art League at In battlefield satire, classical and holiday songs to prepare Torpedo Factory, 105 N. Union St. for December performances. $150 The exhibit will reveal how tuition. Visit encorecreativity.org or Richmond, Va., past and present ‘Shiloh Rules’ intertwine. Free. Hours are Monday- no one is civil. call 301-261-5747. Wednesday and Friday-Saturday By Jeanne Theismann Metro Club After-School Program. Park Ranger Wilson, an African American woman not From Sept. 9-June 2014, the from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Thursdays from The Gazette thrilled about the idea of reliving the Civil War, eman- Metropolitan School of Arts presents 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; and Sundays from cipation or not. an after-school program for grades 1- noon-6 p.m. Visit www.theart 6. The program is located at both the league.org or 703-683-1780. o hell with Yankee bitches,” is but one of Illegally in the park after hours, Ranger Wilson Lorton studio at Workhouse Arts Art Exhibit. See “Portent” in the the razor sharp barbs slung in “Shiloh attempts in vain to boot the hardcore reenactors, who Center, 9517 Workhouse Way and in Athenaeum Gallery, 201 Prince St., “T Alexandria at 5775 Barclay Drive. from Oct. 24 through Dec. 8. The Rules,” a Civil War satire by playwright blur the line as they seamlessly slip in and out of Programs will focus on the arts, works attempt to visually come to Doris Baizley that takes no prisoners in a cleverly their Civil War characters. including music, dance, theatre, yoga terms with, reflect or represent the crafted production at Port City Playhouse. Sterling performances by the all-female cast com- and academics, as well as designated magnitude of natural events. Free. Skillfully directed by Mary Ayala-Bush, “Shiloh bine for a stellar production of Baizley’s clever parody homework time. The program will Visit www.nvfaa.org for more. run Mondays, 1-6 p.m., and Tuesday- Art Exhibit. See “Fotographers at the Rules” is set in the present at Shiloh Battlefield Park of reenactment follies. Hardy, in particular, sparkles Friday, 3-6 p.m. Tuition runs from Factory” Nov. 1 through Dec. 31 at in West Tennessee. The play opens on the eve of a as the Widow Beckwith, while Miller and Lawrence $130-150. Call 703-339-0444 or visit Torpedo Factory, 105 N. Union St. major reenactment of the 1862 Battle of Shiloh, and are mesmerizing in their historical personas. www.metropolitanarts.org. The exhibit celebrates FotoWeekDC. Art Exhibit. “Sacred Earth, Healing Hours are Thursdays 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; though the rules of engagement With authentic costumes and set Water” by Anne Bouie at Schlesinger all other days from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. are clear — no one is allowed in design by Ayala-Bush, lights by Center Margaret W. & Joseph L. Photographs will line the hall walls the park before dawn — a dedi- Chris Hardy and sound by Sean Fisher Gallery, 3001 N. Beauregard and in multiple studios. Free. Visit St. Runs through Nov. 11. Gallery www.torpedofactory.org for more. cated Union nurse and a mysteri- Doyle, the Port City Playhouse cre- hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday- Art Exhibit. Potomac Fiber Arts Gallery ous Confederate refugee have ative team cleverly immerses the Friday and during performances. presents “Holiday Sizzle” in Studio slipped in along with their over- audience in the fog of war with- Visit www.nvcc.edu/ 18 at Torpedo Factory Art Center, schlesingercenter/ for more. 105 N. Union St. Exhibit starts on eager apprentices to compete for out any actual fog. The inventive Art Exhibit. Potomac Fiber Arts Gallery Nov. 19, additional items will be the title of Reenactor of the Year. comedy vividly paints the battle- presents “Colors of Autumn” in added Dec. 9 and the exhibit closes Playing rival Civil War buffs in field mindset as the reenactment Studio 18 at Torpedo Factory Art Jan. 5. Free. Some items will be for Center, 105 N. Union St. Exhibit runs sale. Visit www.potomacfiberarts this modern red state/blue state escalates out of control and into Oct. 22-Nov. 17. Free. Visit gallery.com or 703-548-0935. twist are Karen Lawrence as Mrs. hilarity. www.potomacfiberartsgallery.com or Art Exhibit. Artist John Gascot of Cecelia DeLaunay Pettison, a In the midst of all things sesqui- 703-548-0935. Studio 4, 218 N. Lee St., suite 101, Art Exhibit. See never-before-seen hats creates an art exhibit to honor the steely Confederate Southern belle, Adriana Hardy as the centennial, “Shiloh Rules” is a hu- from Dr. Seuss’s private collection life journeys of transgender individuals. It will be on display and Jean Hudson Miller as the Widow Beckwith and the morous, thought-provoking and along with prints and sculpture from stoic and proud Northerner Clara beautifully executed look at the the art of Dr. Seuss Collection. Runs through January. Gallery hours are Park Ranger, played by Nyla Nov. 2-17 at P&C Art Gallery, 212 Thursday-Saturday, noon-7 p.m. and May Abbot. Rose DeGroat. Civil War reenactment craze as all King St. Visit www.pcart.com. Sunday from noon-5 p.m. or by Bitter enemies from past re-cre- six women poignantly discover Theater Performance. See “Shiloh appointment. Visit ations, each is mentoring a reenactor neophyte: Meg that some battlefield conflicts weren’t left behind in Rules” by Doris Baizley, the second www.studio4oldtown.com for more. part of “A Salute to the American African American Activists Barton (Jennifer McClean) is working with Miss Ab- 1862. With a stellar cast and rarely produced cre- Voice.” Performances are Friday- Exhibition. Through Saturday, Jan. bot while LucyGale Scruggs (Shania Higgins) is a ative script, it’s an evening of entertainment that is Saturday, Nov. 8-9, 15-16, 22-23 and 4, 2014, Living Legends of zealous student of the South. The women try to out- not to be missed. Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 8 p.m.; Saturday Alexandria is an ongoing photo- matinees Nov. 16, 23 at 2 p.m. All documentary project created in 2006 do each other in authenticity as they prepare for the performances are at Port City by artist-photographer Nina Tisara to re-creation to come. The Port City Playhouse production of “Shiloh Rules” Playhouse, 1819 N. Quaker Lane. identify, honor and chronicle people Thrown into the mix are Adriana Hardy as the is playing through Nov. 23 at the Lab at Convergence, $18/adult; $16/senior, military and making current history in Alexandria. student; $14/groups of 10 or more. This free exhibit is at the Alexandria Widow Beckwith, a likeable huckster who sells re- 1819 N. Quaker Lane. For tickets or more informa- Visit www.portcityplayhouse.org. Black History Museum, 601 Wythe enactment memorabilia, and Nyla Rose DeGroat as tion, visit www.portcityplayhouse.org. Theater Performance. 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Martha Washington Library you see at the zoo. Bring a yoga mat or beach 6614 Fort Hunt Road. Call 703-768-6700. towel. Free. Registration required. Kingstowne Library 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Call 703-339-4610. John Marshall Library SATURDAY/NOV. 16 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Call 703-971-0010. Preschool Story Time. 10:30 a.m. at Sherwood Sherwood Library Library. Children ages 3-5 can enjoy stories, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Call 703-765-3645. songs and fingerplays. Free. Registration required. Wag A Tale. 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Kingstowne THURSDAY/NOV. 7 Library. Children ages 5-12 can register to read Terrific Twos and Threes. 10:30 a.m. at aloud to a reading therapy dog. Registration Sherwood Library. Children ages 2-3 required. can enjoy stories, songs and Author Discussion. 2 p.m. at Sherwood Library. At the fingerplays. Free. Registration Author Monet Bradley will discuss “The Prodigal Library required. Daughter: Life Transformation Journey.” Free. Night Time Tales. 7 p.m. at John Marshall Library. Children ages 3-5 can listen to stories. Registration required. MONDAY/NOV. 18 Movies at Martha. 7 p.m. at Martha Washington Terrific Twos and Threes. 10:30 a.m. at Library. Adults and teens age 13 and up can Kingstowne Library. Children ages 2-3 can enjoy enjoy a movie. Call for title. 703-768-6700. stories, songs and fingerplays. Free. Registration required. A to Zoo Storytime. 10:30 a.m. at John Marshall SATURDAY/NOV. 9 Library. Children ages 3-5 can enjoy stories and Friends Book Sale. 10 a.m. at Kingstowne activities. Free. Registration required. Library. All ages can find something. Cliffhanger Book Club. 7 p.m. at Martha Huntley Meadows. 10:30 a.m. at John Marshall Washington Library. Children ages 8-10 can Library. All ages can explore the world of listen to a story being read aloud. Free. reptiles and amphibians. Free. Registration Registration required. required. Native American Story Program. 10:30 a.m. at Martha Washington Library. Children ages 5- TUESDAY/NOV. 19 8 can join Renee Gokey, Shawne and Sak-n-Fox Fall Stories. 10:30 a.m. at Martha Washington Tribes, as she shares Native American stories, Library. Children up to 23 months can enjoy and take part in a hands-on activity. Free. stories, songs and activities. Free. Registration Registration required. required. Wag A Tale. 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Kingstowne Harambee Readers. 7 p.m. at Sherwood Library. Children ages 5-12 can register to read Regional Library. For adults. Discuss “Lost in the aloud to a reading therapy dog. Registration City” by Edward Jones. Free. required, 703-339-4610. Discussion. 7 p.m. at Sherwood Library. Author NANOWRIMO: Come Write In. 12:30 p.m. at Clarence Lusane will discuss his book “The Black Sherwood Library. Adults can take part in History of the White House.” Free. National Novel Writing Month and start writing Martha’s Family Movie. 7 p.m. at Martha a 50,000 word novel in one month. Free. Washington Library. All ages can watch a film based on a children’s classic book. Free. Registration required. TUESDAY/NOV. 12 Small Wonders. 10:30 a.m. at Sherwood Library. Stories, songs and games for ages 12-23 months WEDNESDAY/NOV. 20 with an adult. Registration required. Fun for 2s & 3s. 10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. at John Second Tuesday Book Group. 7 p.m. at Marshall Library. Children ages 2-3 can enjoy Kingstowne Library. Read a book of your choice, stories and activities. Free. Registration then bring it and be prepared to discuss it. Free. required. Visit secondtuesdaybookgroup.blogspot.com. Kingstowne Historic Club. 12:30 p.m. at Sweet Dreams. 7 p.m. at Kingstowne Library. Kingstowne Library. Meet and discuss various Children can enjoy stories and songs with their topics. Free. families. Registration required for adults and children. Martha’s Book Discussion. 7 p.m. at Martha THURSDAY/NOV. 21 Washington Library. Adults can discuss “Gone Martha’s Poetry Discussion. 7 p.m. at Martha Girl” by Gillian Flynn. Free. Washington Library. Discuss the poetry of Amy Clampitt. Free. Book Discussion. 7:15 p.m. at John Marshall WEDNESDAY/NOV. 13 Library. Discuss “11/22/63” by Stephen King. Rising Words, Rising Images. 10:30 a.m. at Free. Sherwood Library. Discuss “Ethan Frome” by Edith Wharton. For teens ages 13-18. Free. Registration required. FRIDAY/NOV. 22 A to Zoo Storytime. 10:30 a.m. at John Marshall Bee Healthy. 10:30 a.m. at Kingstowne Library. Library. Children ages 3-5 can enjoy stories and Children up to age 5 can enjoy a 20-minute activities. Free. Registration required. puppet presentation on immunizations as well Fall, Leaves, Fall. 10:30 a.m. at Martha as healthy habits. Free. Registration required. Washington Library. Children ages 2-3 can enjoy stories and activities to celebrate Fall. Free. Registration required. SATURDAY/NOV. 23 KNCAA Book Group. 2 p.m. at Kingstowne Wag A Tale. 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Kingstowne Center for Active Adults, next door to the Library. Children ages 5-12 can register to read Kingstowne Library. “The Great Gatsby” by F. aloud to a reading therapy dog. Registration Scott Fitzgerald. required. NaNoWriMo. 12:30 p.m. at Sherwood Library. Adults can find space to write and fill their FRIDAY/NOV. 15 quota for NaNoWriMo. Free. Child and Me Yoga. 10:30 a.m. at Kingstowne Chapbook Exchange. 1 p.m. at Martha Library. Children ages 1-3 can use yoga pose, Washington Library. Join for a Chapbook songs and nursery rhymes to imitate animals Exchange and Discussion. Free. Calendar
From Page 16 Washington St., through Sunday, March 23, 2014. This exhibit traces life in Alexandria St. The museum is open Tuesday through following Virginia’s decision to secede from the Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Visit Union in May 1861. The Lyceum is open www.alexblackhistory.org or call 703-746-4356. Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Art Exhibit. See “Primary Colors” art exhibit from Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Suggested admission is $2. Jan. 3-Feb. 2 at The Del Ray Artisans, 2704 Visit www.alexandriahistory.org or call 703-746- Mount Vernon Ave. Artists use the three primary 4994. colors without mixing them. Free. Visit www.TheDelRayArtisans.org. Occupied City: Life in Civil War Alexandria Exhibition. At The Lyceum, 201 South See Calendar, Page 18 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 ❖ 17 Entertainment
From Page 17 Spires. $10-$20/person. Visit www.oldtowntheater1914.com or 703-544-5315. THURSDAY/NOV. 14 Hair Ball. 8-11 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum. Experience an evening in Toasting Our Town Receptions. 6-8 p.m. “Fotographers at the 1780s, with enormous wigs, the Factory” at Torpedo Factory, 105 ornamented poufs and all manners of The Historic Alexandria Foundation, the N. Union St. The exhibit celebrates hairstyles. Enjoy dancing, music and organization known for issuing plaques to Photo by FotoWeekDC. Photographs will line desserts. Period costume encouraged, historically and architecturally preserved the hall walls and in multiple studios. but “after five” attire requested. Free. Visit www.torpedofactory.org Reservations recommended at buildings, will hold its Toasting Our Town for more. shop.alexandriava.gov or 703-746- fundraiser Nov. 16, 7-9 p.m. at the Ath- Opening Reception. 6:30-8 p.m., 4242. enaeum, 201 Prince St. The wine tasting event Jeanne Theismann meet photographer Everitt Clark and Music Performance. 8 p.m. at Rachel see his exhibit “Cities in the Air” in M. Schlesinger Concert Hall & Arts will feature selections from Grape + Bean. the Art League at Torpedo Factory, Center, 3001 N. Beauregard St. Emil Silent auction highlights include a stay in a 105 N. Union St. The exhibit will de Cou, conductor of the NSO will vacation cottage on Cape Cod, dinner in a reveal how Richmond, Va., past and lead the orchestra. Violinist Sarah present intertwine. Free. Visit Chang will also perform. Tickets start historic home and a duck hunting trip. Tick- www.theartleague.org or 703-683- at $20/adult; $10/student with ID ets are $75 and proceeds will benefit the 1780. and $5/youth. Visit Historic Alexandria Preservation Fund, which, /Gazette Packet Second Thursday Music. 7 p.m. at www.alexsym.org or 703-548-0885. The Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. Theater Performance. 7:30 p.m. at among other work, provides grants to historic Veronneau will perform. $10/person. Bishop Ireton Garwood Whaley applicants. Call 703-549-5811 or visit Visit www.nvfaa.org for more. Auditorium, 201 Cambridge Road. www.historicalexandriafoundation.org. Hard Cider Sampling Benefit See William Shakespeare’s “A Event. 7-10 p.m. at Virtue Feed & Midsummer Night’s Dream.” $10/ Grain, 106 S. Union St. Sample ciders adult; $8/senior, student. Tickets from many companies such as Bold sold at the door. Visit Rock, Cider Boys, Woodchuck and www.bishopireton.org or 703-751- more while enjoying live music, 7606. appetizers, games, raffles and more. Proceeds benefit SCAN of Northern Virginia. $15/person. Visit SUNDAY/NOV. 17 Blue.” Visit www.janefranklin.com or www.bishopireton.org or 703-751- Visit www.birchmere.com or call www.ontaponline.com for tickets. Civil War Sunday. 1-5 p.m. at 703-933-1111 for tickets. 7606. 703-549-7500. Must be 21 and over. Alexandria Archaeology Museum in Theater Performance. 2 p.m. or 7:30 Opening Reception. 6-8 p.m. see p.m. at Bishop Ireton Garwood Torpedo Factory Arts Center, 105 N. SATURDAY/NOV. 23 TUESDAY/DEC. 3 “Pursuit of Beauty” at Multiple Union St. See an original May 26, Whaley Auditorium, 201 Cambridge Exposures Gallery in the Torpedo 1861, edition of “The New-York Road. See William Shakespeare’s “A Christmas Bazaar. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Theater Performance. 10:30 a.m. at Factory Art Center, 105 N. Union St. Tribune” detailing Colonel Elmer Midsummer Night’s Dream.” $10/ St. Mary’s School, 400 Green St. W-3 Theatre at the Workhouse Arts Juried by Tom Beck, the exhibit Ellsworth’s death in Alexandria, a adult; $8/senior, student. Tickets Features more than 60 vendors Center, 9601 Ox Road, Lorton. Arts showcases fine art photography and Peeps diorama illustrating Ellsworth’s sold at the door. Visit specialising in arts, clothing and on the Horizon presents “Drumming will run through Nov. 24. Visit death, a TimeTravelers Passport www.bishopireton.org or 703-751- more. There will also be a bake sale, with Dishes: The Holiday Edition.” www.torpedofactory.org for more. exhibit featuring the Civil War 7606. Christmas cafe, games, prizes, book $8/child and adults. Visit drummer boy, a diorama of a heating sale and more. Free. Visit www.artsonthehorizon.org for www.facebook.com/ tickets. FRIDAY/NOV. 15 system constructed in Alexandria to THURSDAY/NOV. 21 warm Civil War hospital tents during StMarysSchoolChristmasBazaar for Mini Bazaar. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Inova Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere more. the winter of 1861, a cocked and WEDNESDAY/DEC. 4 Mount Vernon Hospital, 2501 loaded Wickham musket discarded in Music Hall, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Theater Performance. 7:30 p.m. at Parkers Lane. Browse ornaments, a privy during the 1860s, and an Joe Ely and Paul Thorn perform. $35. Bishop Ireton Garwood Whaley Theater Performance. 10 a.m. or jewelry, toys and more. Find gifts for exhibit on a Lee Street archaeological Visit www.birchmere.com or call Auditorium, 201 Cambridge Road. 11:30 a.m. at W-3 Theatre at the everyone on the list. Sponsored by site during the Civil War. Free. Visit 703-549-7500. See William Shakespeare’s “A Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Ox the Inova Mount Vernon Hospital www.alexandriaarchaeology.org or Story Telling. 7 p.m. at The Midsummer Night’s Dream.” $10/ Road, Lorton. Arts on the Horizon Auxilary. 703-360-2969. call 703-746-4399. Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. Ellouise adult; $8/senior, student. Tickets presents “Drumming with Dishes: Music Performance. 3 p.m. at Rachel Schoettler will tell the story of sold at the door. Visit The Holiday Edition.” $8/child and “Finding Gus.” $10/person. Visit www.bishopireton.org or 703-751- adults. Visit www.artsonthe SATURDAY/NOV. 16 M. Schlesinger Concert Hall & Arts Center, 3001 N. Beauregard St. Emil www.nvfaa.org for more. 7606. horizon.org for tickets. Holiday Bazaar. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at de Cou, conductor of the NSO will Illustrated Lecture. 7:30 p.m. at Anniversary. Why Not? at 200 King St. Magic Show. 7 p.m. at Bishop Ireton Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 1608 lead the orchestra. Violinist Sarah Lloyd House, 220 N. Washington St. will celebrate its 50th year. The first High School, 201 Cambridge Road. Russell Road. Enjoy a silent auction, Chang will also perform. Tickets start “Volusia: Civilian, Slave and Soldier 50 customers will receive a gift bag See a performance by International vendors, children’s activities, food at $20/adult; $10/student with ID Experiences in the Civil War” and everyone will be entered in a Brotherhood of Magicians Ring 50. and more. Free. and $5/youth. Visit presented by Amy Bertsch, former raffle. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The Bring a canned food item or toy that Holiday Treat Classes. 9:30 a.m. or www.alexsym.org or 703-548-0885. Office of Historic Alexandria public toy drive will also kick off at this will be donated to the Alexandria 11 a.m. learn how to bake cookies Performance. 4 p.m. at The information office. The presentation event, so bring an unwrapped, new Citadel of the Salvation Army. Visit and other treats for dogs and cats. Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. Coyote involves research into a rare toy for donation. Visit https:// www.ibmring50.blogspot.com. $15/person. Reservations required. Blue dance and music from a new photograph of enslaved people taken www.facebook.com/pages/The-Why- Visit www.petsage.com/events or in Alexandria, and reveals how the Not-Shop/159764110715051 collaboration by Jane Franklin and Thursday/Dec. 5 703-299-5044 to RSVP. percussionist Tom Teasley features Civil War impacted three groups of Music Performance. 7:30 p.m. at St. Holiday Craft Fair. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at images, color and sound from the people on a large Duke Street Luke’s Episcopal Church, 8009 Fort Theater Performance. 10:30 a.m. at T.C. Williams High School, 3330 King Trickster myths of the American property, then known as Volusia, and Hunt Road. The Sunrise String W-3 Theatre at the Workhouse Arts St. Enjoy browsing the items from 45 Southwest. $20. Visit today known as Foxchase in Quartet will perform music from Center, 9601 Ox Road, Lorton. Arts local, handmade vendors, food and www.janefranklin.com or 703-933- Alexandria’s West End. Free. Visit Mozart, Turina and Shostakovich. on the Horizon presents “Drumming music. Visit facebook.com/ 1111 for tickets. www.historicalexandria.org or 703- $20/adult; $15/senior; $10/student with Dishes: The Holiday Edition.” tcwilliamshandmadeholidaycraftfair. Music Performance. 7 p.m. at 746-4554. and teachers. 703-765-4342. $8/child and adults. Visit History of Fort Ward. 10 a.m.-noon Episcopal Church of the Resurrection, Theater Performance. 7:30 p.m. at www.artsonthehorizon.org for at Lloyd House, 220 N. Washington Burgundy Farm Country Day School, tickets. 2280 N. Beauregard St. Focus Music SUNDAY/NOV. 24 St. “Finding the Fort: A History of an presents folk/pop singer-songwriters 3700 Burgundy Road. Watch the African American Neighborhood in seventh-graders put on “The Princess Story Telling Workshop. 1 p.m. at Zoe Mulford and Brad Yoder. $18/ Friday/Dec. 6 Northern Virginia, 1860s.” The advance; $15/member. Visit Bride.” $5/adult; $1/child. The Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. research project narrative discusses www.focusmusic.org for tickets. Ellouise Schoettler will show how to Theater Performance. 10 a.m. or the early history of the area in and combine genealogy and storytelling 11:30 a.m. at W-3 Theatre at the Music Performance. 3 p.m. at the FRIDAY/NOV. 22 around Fort Ward Park, but focuses Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. to create family stories everyone will Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Ox primarily on the heritage of African Philomela, a women’s chamber Theater Performance. 7:30 p.m. at want to listen to. $10/person. Visit Road, Lorton. Arts on the Horizon Americans in the Seminary area of ensemble, will perform a new work Burgundy Farm Country Day School, www.nvfaa.org for more. presents “Drumming with Dishes: Alexandria, from the Civil War period “Pieces of Night” by local composer 3700 Burgundy Road. Watch the The Holiday Edition.” $8/child and through the founding of the park. seventh-graders put on “The Princess adults. Visit www.artsonthe Jonathan Kolm. $15/adult; $10/child FRIDAY/NOV. 29 Free, but RSVP to 703-746-4554. or senior. Visit Bride.” $5/adult; $1/child. horizon.org for tickets. Theater Performance. 2 p.m. at Olde www.philomelavoices.org/ for more. Preview Party. 7-9 p.m. at St. Mary’s Shop Local. More than 50 independent Holiday Open House. 6:30-9 p.m. at Towne Theatre, 815 King St. See a Dance Performance. 4 p.m. at School, 400 Green St. Features more boutiques will open early with the Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 performance of “The Big Meow,” Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. Jane than 60 vendors specialising in arts, shopping deals. Participating stores N. Union St. Enjoy food, adapted from the book by Elizabeth Franklin Dance presents “Coyote clothing and more. There will also be will offer discounts starting at 6 a.m. refreshments and music while a bake sale, Christmas cafe, games, Also enjoy free parking during the browsing items for purchase. Door prizes, book sale and more. $30/ day and restaurants opening early prizes will be given. Visit advance; $35/door. Visit with discounts and more. Visit www.torpedofactory.org for more. www.facebook.com/ www.blackfridayalexandria.com for a Holiday Market. 6-9 p.m. in the TC Craft Fair StMarysSchoolChristmasBazaar. list of participating businesses. Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount The Fourth Annual Handmade Holiday Craft Fair will be on Saturday Nov. Theater Performance. 7:30 p.m. at Vernon Ave. The Del Ray Artisans 16 from 10 am-4 pm at TC Williams HS. This free event will host to over 40 Bishop Ireton Garwood Whaley will offer handmade work from local Auditorium, 201 Cambridge Road. FRIDAY-SATURDAY/NOV. 29-30 artists, handmade ornaments and local, handmade vendors, live music from the TC Jazz Band, food and titan See William Shakespeare’s “A Music Performance. 7:30 p.m. at The bake sale items to benefit the Animal gear sales, raffles, and more.Follow on facebook at facebook.com/ Midsummer Night’s Dream.” $10/ Birchmere Music Hall,3701 Mount Welfare League of Alexandria. Free. 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From Page 1 school or leaving a job a three-week grace 101 Computers 101 Computers 21 Announcements 21 Announcements period of continued benefits before cutting LEGAL NOTICE $262,000 appropriation for the South off access to daycare vouchers. Another leg- HDI COMPUTER SOLUTIONS Sealed proposals for the City of Alexandria per specifications will be received in the office of the Purchasing Division until the County Evening Reporting Center, which islative item on the agenda is increased JENNIFER SMITH ❖ Serving the Area Since 1995 date and time designated as follows: was funded by a grant that’s about to ex- funding for youth behavioral services, par- ➣ Speed up Slow Computers RFP #00000394: Title: Commercial Property Architectural and ➣ Engineering Services (MASC) pire. The center is a place for at-risk youth ticularly children in special need programs Troubleshooting RFP Due Date and Time: December 9, 2013, 4 p.m., prevailing ➣ Virus Removal local time to physically report and spend time under and services of the Juvenile and Domestic ➣ Computer Setup Pre-Proposal Conference: Not Applicable supervision. Relations Court. For general inquiries contact Michael Hauer, Contract Special- (571) 265-2038 ist III at 703-746-4295. The City of Alexandria reserves the “It’s a place to get connected back to their “Their government is failing them,” said [email protected] right to reject any and all proposals, cancel this solicitation, and to waive any informalities or irregularities in procedure. THE school and do their homework and be in- Del. Scott Surovell (D-44). “These kids are CITY REQUIRES ITS CONTRACTORS TO BE EQUAL OP- volved in safe and appropriate out-of-school being asked to go to school with a hand tied PORTUNITY EMPLOYERS. 21 Announcements 21 Announcements activities,” said Louise Cleveland, chair- behind their back.” woman of the health and human services Environmental Policy Commission 21 Announcements 21 Announcements Public Information Meeting on New Stormwater committee of the council. “Very often this THE RESOLUTION will be formally con- Regulations is a place when you can pick up that a kid sidered at the Nov. 20 meeting of the Mount Monday, November 18 Announcement to When: 7:30 - 9:30 pm Dental Patients of the is having difficulty Vernon Council of Citizens Associations. Where: City Hall (Sister Cities Room 1101), 301 King Street Alexandria Health Department The City of Alexandria's Environmental Policy Commission reading and want- Leaders of the ef- (EPC)encourages residents to attend a public information This public notice is being made in accordance with Code of ing to drop out of fort say they have meeting about theCity's draft Environmental Management Virginia 54.1-2405, with regards to the transfer of dental re- “A more or less perfect Ordinance and Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance, cords in conjunction with the closure of a practice. school.” been working be- documents that are designed to meet new state regulations Effective January 2, 2014, the Alexandria Health Department is hind the scenes for and water quality pollution reductions required by transferring the provision of dental care for children and adults storm of fiscal constraints federal regulations, reducing pollution in the Chesapeake Bay. A DRAFT RESO- the last three For more information on the City's Environmental and Erosion to the Alexandria Neighborhood Health Services, Inc. (ANHSI). and Sediment Control Ordinance changes visit: ANHSI will continue to provide dental care at 4480 King St. LUTION that will and uncertainties has months to create a www.alexandriava.gov/Environment
Charles Gang, owner of Helen Olivia Flowers in Old Town Alexandria, creates fall centerpieces using full-sized pumpkins as vases.
Photo courtesy of Conklyn’s Florist Turn unwanted valuables into CA$H! Creating a Feast for the Eye Powerful eBay selling for households and businesses Single Items • Full Liquidations • Buy-outs Local designers share ideas shop that is open to the public,” he said. “Two or three times per Drop off or call for a pick-up...we’ll do the rest! week, we import flowers from for a striking Thanksgiving table. South America like kangaroo paws ezauctioning.com [a tubular flower] that come in By Marilyn Campbell bronze and rust and cottage yar- 1320 Prince St., Alexandria, VA 22314 • 703.778.6440 The Gazette Photo courtesy of Conklyn’s Fl row that come in bronze and yel- low.” hile a menu of tur- Another surprise for fall, says key and gravy will Diver, are tulips. “We usually don’t Wsatisfy the belly see them again until spring, but now this Thanksgiving, we have an assortment of parrot a well-designed centerpiece that tulips in orange, yellow or a combi- reflects the warm hues of fall will nation of both with tattered edges be a feast for the eyes. that look very artsy.” From vivid floral arrangements Great Falls-based designer Alison that spring from gourds to tables de Wit of Distinctive Floral Designs, piled with seasonal produce, local who isn’t afraid to add a harbinger
orist floral designers say that when it of spring to her autumn arrange- comes to creating Thanksgiving ments either, said, “A lot a spring table décor as tantalizing as the Laurie Diver, of Conklyn’s flowers are available from Dutch meal itself, the options are vast. Florist, often creates ar- markets.” Charles Gang, owner of Helen rangements with orange, She also combines traditional Olivia Flowers in Old Town Alex- yellow and gold flowers flowers with modern varieties. “You andria, and his team of designers nestled in glass cubes. can combine a traditional hydran- often create colorful combinations gea with a chartreuse spider chry- of flowers and fruit in rich hues. “We’re doing a lot of santhemum for a bright and un- “As far as fall arrangements, we’re usual floral combination.” [using] fruit like apples and pears, rustic hydrangeas, Floral designer Rachael Rinaldi, we’re seeing mini pumpkins in ar- of Reston Floral Design in Reston, rangements,” he said. a lot of roses in combines dried oak leaves with In fact, Gang suggests creating chrysanthemums in orange, bur- arrangements using full-sized deep orange and gundy, yellow or magenta. “Every pumpkins as vases. “We’re doing fall, mums in rich colors are popu- a lot of rustic hydrangeas, a lot of germini in a variety lar.” roses in deep orange and germini Hicks has seen a recent spike in in a variety of colors like orange of colors like orange the number of consumers who and violets,” he said. and violets.” want to create budget centerpieces Floral designer Laurie Diver, of at home. “You can take eight to 12 Conklyn’s Florist in Alexandria and — Charles Gang, owner of blooms of cymbidium orchids in Arlington, often uses glass cubes Helen Olivia Flowers green and orange and put the and bubble vases as a receptacle elongated stems in a glass cylin- for her arrangements. “Flowers in orange, gold and der with some curly willow to give maroon are great for fall,” she said. “I also like to it contrast,” he said. use hydrangeas that are green tipped with burgundy Hicks also suggests that those who want simple edges and lilies in rust, yellow and orange.” elegance “gather four hydrangeas and put them in a David Hicks, owner of Conklyn’s, doesn’t shy away square glass container with rocks at the bottom and from unconventional flowers. “We have a wholesale you have a simple and elegant centerpiece.” www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 ❖ 21 Hi Neighbor – Market’s Up and Fall is Here! Home LifeStyle “According to a recent national poll, 53% said they believe now is a good time to begin improving the look and feel of their homes.” –Houzz & Home 2013 My family and I have lived and worked in your community for over 30 years. My carpentry work Sallie Kjos of is meticulous and I take great pride in completing your projects on GreyHunt Interiors in time and on budget – just ask my clients. Let me give you a free Chantilly suggests quote on those projects you’ve been dreaming about. homeowners pay Phillip Norris – 30 Years of Finish Carpentry attention to the type & Trim Work Expertise of art that catches Licensed • Bonded • Insured • References Provided with Pride their attention and Ofc: 703.684.5215 • Cell: 703.403.2994 base their décor [email protected] around it.
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of Transitions by Sharon Kleinman in Potomac, Md. Local designers offer tips on“People’s homes should be about what they like and what speaks to them.” how to banish blank walls. Kleinman says it is possible to create a harmoni- ous room with two opposing styles such as antique By Marilyn Campbell and modern. The key, she says, is in details such as The Gazette framing. “If you have a traditional interior with an- tique furniture,” she said, “I would have no problem hen Anne McCloud and her fiance, taking a Picasso and putting it in a very ornate frame.” Mark Graham, moved into their Some homeowners are also perplexed when it WHerndon home two years ago, with comes to color coordination. the exception of a large, deep red “I don’t think art has to match furniture,” said Chesterfield sofa, a present from Anne’s parents, the Kleinman. “You don’t want it to clash, but it doesn’t furniture they had was left over from graduate have to match. If I had a room with soft blues and school: a tattered antique chair in need of reuphol- yellows, I wouldn’t throw a painting in that had harsh stering and two side tables. The walls were bare ex- colors like red and black. You want colors to be com- cept for a mirror that hung over the fireplace. Other plimentary. If the interior of the room is warm color, than reupholstering the chair in a tapestry fabric with the colors in the painting should be warm. The same colors of gold and wine, their home remains un- is true with cool colors. The more neutral the room, changed today. the bolder the art can be.” McCloud is finally ready to create a polished inte- Kelley Proxmire of Kelley Interior Design in rior, however. She wants to purchase wall art that Bethesda, Md., suggests that in the case of McCloud, complements their existing sofa and chair. She wants furniture in bold colors does not have to dictate bold their art collection to grow in harmony with their art. “In fact, neutral art on bold walls or in a room furniture purchases. with bold-colored furniture can have a great impact,” Put Us to “We want to buy some original art,” said McCloud. she said. “We’re even considering having a piece commis- However, she said, “It’s wise to match a color in at The Test sioned, but we’re not sure how to coordinate the least one of the more prominent paintings, as it adds colors and we cannot afford to hire a professional to the peacefulness of the room. Not all the paint- ❦ Selection interior designer. So we’re doing this on our own.” ings have to match, but keeping one of the tones consistent makes the components of the room har- ❦ WITH SO MANY CHOICES in art, fabrics and fur- monious.” Service nishings, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when it comes Chantilly-based designer Sallie Kjos of GreyHunt ❦ to do-it-yourself interior design. Building a collec- Interiors suggests that homeowners pay attention to Price tion of art that you love and combining it with furni- the type of art that catches their attention. “If you ture that that fits your style can be overwhelming have a passion for an artist, for example, Victoria OTH OCATIONS PEN for interior design novices. Salvano, then base your decor around the colors that B L O Mia Belotti, an interior designer and owner of you are drawn to,” she said. “For example, with her THANKSGIVING DAY 9A.M.–1P.M. Maison et Jardin, Ltd. in Great Falls, said there are vibrant work, keep your main pieces such as the sofa, two ways to approach the design issue. “If you have chairs and drapes simple and clean and add in pops an expensive piece of art, then you choose furniture of color such as teals, blues, fuchsias in your pillows, Two Convenient Alexandria Locations around it. If you already have furniture, choose art accessories, trimmings and throws to give punch and Open 7 days a week that goes with it.” life to the room while tying in the art work.” Bradlee Belle View Scale and size are important. “You have to create Kjos also suggests grouping smaller pieces of art. a balance,” said Belotti. “If you have a large piece of “Go for a collage of different items or artwork,” she 3690J King Street 1600A Belle View Blvd. furniture against the bottom half of a wall, a small said. “One of my favorites is taking old empty frames 703.820.8600 571.384.6880 painting will look awkward hanging over it.” and hanging items inside, such as family pictures that www.unwinedva.com Designers agree that choosing art is personal. “I are all framed the same that are smaller, a set of never tell clients what to like,” said Sharon Kleinman, plates, candle sconces or whatever is special to you.”
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/The Gazette kitchen, LR, DR & FR • Master/Guest Suite on 1st flr, full BA & walk-in closet • Mud room & greatest place for ‘teachering’ and pantry next to kit; bonus rooms on 3rd flr • Gourmet kit w/large island – granite tops, cus- learning, with strong family, tom cabs • 2nd flr: MBR suite w/spa-like bathroom – whirlpool tub & deluxe shower; large laundry rm w/utility sink & storage • Beautiful hdwd flrs on main lvl; luxury wall-to-wall car- school and community relation- pet in all BRs, tile floors in BAs • 1,000+ sq ft 3rd flr – suitable for extra BRs, BA, playroom, ships.” home theatre, recreation, storage. At Garfield, she already knows Fort Hunt/Hollin Hall everyone’s names and their fami- Maureen Marshall is the new principal of Stratford Starting at $700,000 lies. She said “to replicate that in Landing Elementary School in Alexandria. Redevelop this property a larger manner will be a challenge and build a new home 8000 Bainbridge Road • Custom floor …. How to build those relationships with students, Garfield PTA President Liz McGhan says Marshall’s plans – 3,500 to 6,500 sq ft • 11,000 sq ft staff and family — knowing there’s 2 and a half times a great principal to work with. “She knows so much fenced lot with mature trees and lawn • Beautiful site – extra-wide roadway with as many of them.” about the development of a child,” she said. “She sidewalks • Schools: Waynewood, Sandburg, She added: “I like to know all of my students per- also motivates, she cares about the staff, and she West Potomac • Convenient access to Old sonally, so I am going to have to know how to do supports the parents.” Town, D.C., Fort Belvoir • See model home at 1910 Jamestown Road 22308 that in a quick way, and also their history.” Christine Slattery, assistant principal at Garfield, M&T Home Builders, LLC • [email protected] She is eager to transfer to a new place to learn its calls Marshall a “gift and a gem” with a contagious “We buy and redevelop homes” history and what’s important there — “what are their personality who is great at building relationships. hopes and dreams for them, and building where we “She’s innovative and she thinks outside the box,” want to go together is important.” she said. “And she’s a model of our school mission At Garfield, 60 percent of its students are on free statement.” and reduced lunches. Stratford landing has less than Originally from New Windsor, N.Y., Marshall gradu- 20 percent of students on free lunches. It is also an ated from Boston College with a degree in early edu- Advanced Academic Level IV Center (GT) and offers cation and special education. She received a master’s Foreign Language Experience (FLEX). There’s a Dis- in curriculum and instruction with a concentration covery Garden, math competitions and Word Mas- in reading as well as a doctorate in educational lead- ters club. Its business partners are the Mount Vernon ership from Virginia Polytechnic University. Kiwanis Club and Alexandria Elks Lodge No. 758. Marshall started her career in Hawaii Public According to Betsy Fenske, former Cluster 5 assis- Schools in special education from 1991-93. She tant superintendent, “Maureen is one of the stron- moved to Fairfax County and taught special educa- gest instructional leaders I know in terms of her fo- tion at Springfield Estates Elementary in 1993. In cus on student achievement.” She added: “She re- 1999, she was chosen to be a LEAD Intern at ally works very diligently with her staff to make sure Crestwood Elementary. In 2000, she took a leave of they are accommodating for all of children’s needs.” absence to work for U.S. Sen. Susan Collins of Maine At Garfield, Marshall has worked with a program as her legislative assistant. She came back to the called “Responsive Classroom,” that focuses on chil- county in 2002 and worked as assistant principal at dren being a contributing a member of the school Garfield Elementary until 2005, and principal there- community. She has built a whole school culture on after. respect for each individual’s character and academic Her goal? “Stratford Landing is a great school. It success. Basically, it focuses on children learning how has an excellent reputation. I want to take it from a to be respectful of one another and working on car- great school to one of the greatest in Fairfax County,” ing for each individual and their character and aca- she said. demic success. Marshall is married to Jim Finley, and the couple “I not only want kids to excel academically, but I has two daughters: Addison, 5, who goes to Fort Hunt want them to have strong character and be future Elementary, and Paige, age 2 and a half, and black civic leaders,” said Marshall. “And to make sure kids Lab named Roxy. They live in Fort Hunt, about two make the right decision, even when nobody’s look- miles away from Stratford Landing, and attend ing.” Aldersgate United Methodist Church.
Military Notes Email announcements to [email protected]. Photos are welcome. Air Force Reserve from Virginia Commonwealth Univer- George Mason University. Airman 1st Class sity, Richmond. Juliet F. Pradier Army Reserve Pfc. Tamba T.S. graduated from basic Air Force Airman 1st Class Philip S. Sam-Manimoi has graduated from military training at Hays graduated from basic military basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Joint Base San Anto- training at Joint Base San Antonio- Columbia, S.C. Sam-Manimoi is the son nio-Lackland, San Lackland, San of Samuel Sam-Manimoi of Alexandria. Antonio, Texas. Antonio, Texas. Hays Pradier earned dis- Pradier is the son of Ann and Army Reserve Pfc. Eric A. Argueta tinction as an honor graduate. She is the James Hays of Alexan- has graduated from basic combat train- daughter of Jewell Pradier of dria. He is a 2007 ing at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. Fredericksburg, and Frank Pradier III of graduate of Mount Argueta is the son of Blinda and Jose Leesburg. The airman is a 2003 gradu- Vernon High School. Argueta of Alexandria. He is a 2011 ate of Mount Vernon High School and He earned a bachelor’s graduate of Mount Vernon High received a bachelor’s degree in 2007 degree in 2011 from Hays School. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 ❖ 23 Mount Vernon Gazette Sports Editor Jon Roetman Sports 703-224-3015 or [email protected]
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DeMornay Pierson-El ran for two touchdowns in his final high school game on Nov.
Ed Lull 9, but it wasn’t enough to beat T.C. Williams.
“He’s a great player,” T.C. Williams linebacker Wolverines Drop Kyreem Walton said. “He showed why Nebraska West Potomac senior Katie Genuario placed ninth at the picked him up. He showed his DI potential.” 6A North region cross country championship meet on Season Finale Nov. 6 at Burke Lake park. The West Potomac football team ended its sea- son with a 24-14 loss to T.C. Williams on Nov. 9 Mount Vernon Football at Parker-Gray Stadium. West Potomac’s Genuario With a playoff berth up for grabs, In the Playoffs Sports the Wolverines tied the score at 14-all The Mount Vernon football team’s season will Qualifies for States Briefs on the final play of the first half, when continue despite a 3-7 record. quarterback DeMornay Pierson-El The Majors dropped their regular-season finale By Jon Roetman “I felt really good,” she said. “I found the end zone on a 3-yard run. to Wakefield, 27-19, on Nov. 8, giving the team The Gazette was really excited. It was my last But T.C. Williams held West Potomac scoreless the five straight losses. race here at Burke Lake. … I was entire second half and the Wolverines finished the While a 3-7 mark would likely not have been est Potomac harrier really excited to run. I PR’ed last season with a 4-6 record. enough to get Mount Vernon into the postseason W Katie Genuario col- week and I was just hoping to PR T.C. Williams took the lead for good when quar- last year, the Majors appear to be benefitting from lapsed from over-exer- again.” terback Darius Holland connected with Alex the VHSL’s six-class realignment. tion during the 2012 Northern Genuario finished with a time of Bledsoe on a 20-yard touchdown pass with 6:51 Last season, Mount Vernon competed in Divi- Region championship meet at 17:58 during the Conference 7 remaining in the third quarter. On West Potomac’s sion 5 of Group AAA, where eight teams advanced Burke Lake Park. Then a junior, championship meet at Burke Lake ensuing possession, the Wolverines lost a fumble to the Northern Region playoffs. This year, the Genuario recovered from the spill Park on Oct. 30, placing fifth. at the TC 1-yard line. Majors are one of 16 teams from the 5A North and finished 14th, good enough to West Springfield’s Caroline Pierson-El, who is committed to the University region to make the playoffs. qualify for the state meet. Alcorta won the 6A North region of Nebraska as a slot receiver and kick returner, Mount Vernon is seeded No. 13 and will travel During states, however, title with a time of 16:31, the scored two rushing touchdowns in his final high to face No. 4 Tuscarora at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. Genuario ran cautiously after her third-fastest time in course history. school game. 15. experience at regionals, she said, Lake Braddock’s Hannah Christen and ended up finishing 23rd. finished second (17:19), followed “Last year … I really wanted to by Oakton’s Allie Klimkiewicz race faster than I was capable of,” (17:21), Lake Braddock’s Katy Genuario said. “But I’ve been train- Kunc (17:35) and Robinson’s ing hard for another year and I’ve Macey Schweikert (17:39). Elite Band Member been making improvements.” Oakton won the team champi- Allie Woodbury, West Potomac High One year after her tumble at onship with a score of 66. Wash- School’s member of the 2014 U. S. regionals, Genuario returned for ington-Lee finished runner-up Army All-American Marching Band, the 6A North regional champion- (92), followed by West Springfield with WPHS band director Steve Rice. ship meet on Nov. 6 — her final (113), Lake Braddock (118), Woodbury will join an elite group of race at Burke Lake Park. The se- Robinson (148) and Battlefield marching band members who will nior produced a personal-best time (192). The top six teams earn a perform during halftime of the U.S. of 17 minutes, 53 seconds and fin- state berth. Army All-American Bowl at the ished ninth, earning a trip to Next up for Genuario is the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, on states. Genuario’s time was 22 sec- Group 6A state championship Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014.
onds faster than her 2012 regional meet at Great Meadow at 10:30 Contributed Photo mark of 18:15. a.m. on Friday, Nov. 15. 24 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Home Sales In September 2013, 90 homes sold between $3,000,000-$77,000 in the Mount Vernon area.
Address ...... BR . FB . HB ... Postal City .... Sold Price ... Type ...... Lot AC . PostalCode ...... Subdivision 4601 NEPTUNE DR ...... 5 ... 5 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA .... $3,000,000 .... Detached ...... 2.29 ...... 22309 ...... FERRY LANDING 2016 FORT DR ...... 6 ... 5 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA .... $1,880,000 .... Detached ...... 0.33 ...... 22307 ...... BELLE HAVEN 8140 STACEY RD ...... 5 ... 4 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA .... $1,100,000 .... Detached ...... 0.50 ...... 22308 ...... TINKLE A H 4201A DANDRIDGE TER ...... 6 ... 4 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $880,000 .... Detached ...... 0.38 ...... 22309 ...... KEUHLING 1804 HOLLINDALE DR ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $875,000 .... Detached ...... 1.43 ...... 22306 ...... HOLLINDALE 3708 CARRIAGE HOUSE CT ...... 4 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $800,000 .... Detached ...... 0.44 ...... 22309 ...... RIVERWOOD 2211 CAVENDISH DR ...... 5 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $782,500 .... 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ALEXANDRIA ...... $595,000 .... Townhouse ..... 0.03 ...... 22303 ...... HUNTINGTON MEWS 3826 ELMWOOD TOWNE WAY ...... 3 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $570,000 .... Townhouse ..... 0.07 ...... 22303 ...... ELMWOOD 5988 GRAND PAVILION WAY ...... 3 ... 2 ... 2 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $565,000 .... Townhouse ..... 0.03 ...... 22303 ...... PAVILIONS AT HUNTINGTON 8400 FORT HUNT RD ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $560,000 .... Other ...... 0.34 ...... 22308 ...... FORT HUNT 2107 BASSET ST ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $550,000 .... Detached ...... 0.32 ...... 22308 ...... STRATFORD LANDING 4227 SONIA CT ...... 3 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $550,000 .... Detached ...... 0.07 ...... 22309 ...... MOUNT ZEPHYR COMMONS Aldersgate United Methodist Church Invites you to a 4321 AGNEW AVE ...... 5 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $550,000 .... Detached ...... 0.46 ...... 22309 ...... MT ZEPHYR PARK 8417 CROSSLEY PL ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $549,000 .... Detached ...... 0.24 ...... 22308 ...... WAYNEWOOD 2413 RYEGATE LN ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $545,000 .... Detached ...... 0.26 ...... 22308 ...... STRATFORD LANDING Family Dinner & Pre Holiday Concert 3804 MARYLAND ST ...... 4 ... 2 ... 2 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $539,000 .... Detached ...... 0.24 ...... 22309 ...... WOODLEIGH WOODS 6716 WOODSTONE PL ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $529,900 .... Detached ...... 0.17 ...... 22306 ...... WOODSTONE The Mount Vernon High School Madrigals 9123 VOLUNTEER DR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $520,000 .... Detached ...... 0.48 ...... 22309 ...... MT VERNON FOREST 6710 TAHALLA DR ...... 5 ... 3 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $510,000 .... Detached ...... 0.45 ...... 22306 ...... COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES 1505 DARE CT ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $510,000 .... Detached ...... 0.37 ...... 22308 ...... HOLLIN HALL VILLAGE Dinner at 6:30 PM 3704 ADRIENNE DR ...... 4 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $500,000 .... Detached ...... 0.51 ...... 22309 ...... SULGRAVE MANOR 2411 POPKINS LN ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $488,250 .... Detached ...... 0.34 ...... 22306 ...... POPKINS LANE Tuesday, November 19, 2013 6716 ANTHONY ST ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $475,000 .... Detached ...... 0.26 ...... 22306 ...... JACKSON HALL 8603 CAMDEN ST ...... 3 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $470,000 .... Detached ...... 0.31 ...... 22308 ...... STRATFORD LANDING 8632 BRADDOCK AVE ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $466,000 .... Detached ...... 0.10 ...... 22309 ...... MOUNT VERNON HILLS $7.00 per person 5903 MOUNT EAGLE DR #618 ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $460,000 .... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... 22303 ...... MONTEBELLO Childcare Provided 7926 NEW MARKET RD ...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $443,000 .... Detached ...... 0.23 ...... 22308 ...... HOLLIN HALL VILLAGE 4422 COLDBROOKE CT ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $430,000 .... Detached ...... 0.24 ...... 22306 ...... STONEYBROOKE 7585 GREAT SWAN CT ...... 3 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $426,000 .... Townhouse ..... 0.03 ...... 22306 . GROVE AT HUNTLEY MEADOWS Proceeds Go to Local Charities 6805 STONEYBROOKE LN ...... 4 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $419,000 .... Detached ...... 0.20 ...... 22306 ...... STONEYBROOKE 2816 JEFFERSON DR ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $410,000 .... Semi-Detached 0.08 ...... 22303 ...... JEFFERSON MANOR Tickets on Sale in Wesley Hall between Services 8229 CARLWOOD RD ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $400,000 .... Detached ...... 0.58 ...... 22309 ...... ENGLESIDE 2451 MIDTOWN AVE #928 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $394,900 .... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... 22303 ...... MIDTOWN ALEXANDRIA STA Or online at www.aldersgate.net 2512 POPKINS LN ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $385,000 .... Detached ...... 0.50 ...... 22306 ...... POPKINS HEIGHTS 5723 EVERGREEN KNOLL CT ...... 3 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $377,500 .... Townhouse ..... 0.03 ...... 22303 ...... LOFTRIDGE 7832 GUM SPRINGS VILLAGE DR .... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $375,000 .... Townhouse ..... 0.03 ...... 22306 ...... VILLAGE AT GUM SPGS 7431 GRUMMAN PL ...... 4 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $370,000 .... Detached ...... 0.19 ...... 22306 ...... HYBLA VALLEY 6628 CAVALIER DR ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $359,900 .... Detached ...... 0.19 ...... 22307 ...... BUCKNELL MANOR 6520 BRICK HEARTH CT ...... 2 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $358,500 .... Townhouse ..... 0.03 ...... 22306 ...... SOUTH KINGS STATION 6364 CHIMNEY WOOD CT ...... 2 ... 3 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $355,000 .... Townhouse ..... 0.03 ...... 22306 ...... SOUTH KINGS STATION 3700 WOODLEY DR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $350,000 .... Detached ...... 0.53 ...... 22309 ...... WOODLEY HILLS 7818 COLONIAL SPRINGS BLVD ...... 2 ... 1 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $345,000 .... Townhouse ..... 0.03 ...... 22306 ...... VILLAGE AT GUM SPGS 7903 MOUNT WOODLEY PL ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $344,900 .... Townhouse ..... 0.05 ...... 22306 ...... MT WOODLEY MANOR 3206 AYERS DR ...... 3 ... 1 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $335,000 .... Detached ...... 0.50 ...... 22309 ...... SUNNY VIEW 3012 COLONIAL SPRINGS CT ...... 2 ... 1 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $334,900 .... Townhouse ..... 0.03 ...... 22306 ...... VILLAGE AT GUM SPGS 2106 ARLINGTON TER ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $328,000 .... Duplex ...... 0.08 ...... 22303 ...... HUNTINGTON 2214 DARTMOUTH DR ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $325,000 .... Duplex ...... 0.08 ...... 22307 ...... BUCKNELL MANOR 5903 MOUNT EAGLE DR #815 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $324,500 .... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... 22303 ...... MONTEBELLO 3714 HAMPTON CT ...... 2 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $322,000 .... Townhouse ..... 0.04 ...... 22306 ...... WOODSTONE 5813 FIFER DR ...... 3 ... 1 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $320,000 .... Duplex ...... 0.09 ...... 22303 ...... HUNTINGTON 6942 WESTHAMPTON DR ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $319,900 .... Duplex ...... 0.08 ...... 22307 ...... BUCKNELL HEIGHTS 2257 SWEETBRIAR DR ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $317,000 .... Duplex ...... 0.08 ...... 22307 ...... BUCKNELL MANOR 7148 STRAWN CT ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $305,000 .... Townhouse ..... 0.03 ...... 22306 ...... WOODSTONE 8515 HALLIE ROSE PL ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $300,000 .... Townhouse ...... 22309 ...... SKYVIEW PARK 6502 BOULEVARD VW #B2 ...... 3 ... 1 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $284,000 .... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... 22307 ...... BELLE VIEW 6601 WAKEFIELD DR E #B1 ...... 3 ... 1 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $280,000 .... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... 22307 ...... BELLE VIEW 4100 MAIN ST ...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $277,500 .... Detached ...... 0.47 ...... 22309 ...... RUSSELL G C 2311 MARY BALDWIN DR ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $275,000 .... Duplex ...... 0.09 ...... 22307 ...... BUCKNELL MANOR 3912 ELMWOOD DR ...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $250,700 .... Detached ...... 0.19 ...... 22303 ...... BURGUNDY MANOR 6620 POTOMAC AVE #C2 ...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $249,500 .... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... 22307 ...... BELLE VIEW 4315 CEDARLAKE CT ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $247,000 .... Townhouse ..... 0.05 ...... 22309 ...... PINEWOOD LAKE 2451 MIDTOWN AVE #815 ...... 1 ... 1 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $230,000 .... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... 22303 ...... MIDTOWN ALEXANDRIA STA 6618 POTOMAC AVE #B2 ...... 1 ... 1 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $195,000 .... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... 22307 ...... BELLE VIEW 8616 SHADWELL DR #70 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $182,000 .... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... 22309 ...... OLDE MILL 3828 MONTE VISTA PL #B ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $179,000 .... Townhouse ...... 22309 ...... SEQUOYAH 8656 VILLAGE SQUARE DR #8656 ... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $165,000 .... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... 22309 ...... VILLAGES THE 2059 HUNTINGTON AVE #202 ...... 1 ... 1 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $164,900 .... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... 22303 ...... HUNTING CREEK CLUB APTS 3942 SONORA PL #C ...... 2 ... 1 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $155,000 .... Townhouse ...... 22309 ...... SEQUOYAH 3937 SONORA PL #C ...... 2 ... 1 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $155,000 .... Townhouse ...... 22309 ...... SEQUOYAH 4354 PEMBROOK VILLAGE DR #46 .. 2 ... 2 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $150,000 .... Townhouse ...... 22309 ...... PEMBROOK VILLAGE 3827 EL CAMINO PL #13 ...... 2 ... 1 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $150,000 .... Attach/Row Hse ...... 22309 ...... SEQUOYAH 3968 WOODHUE PL #8 ...... 2 ... 1 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $150,000 .... Townhouse ...... 22309 ...... SEQUOYAH 8037 PANTANO PL #17 ...... 2 ... 1 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $145,000 .... Townhouse ...... 22309 ...... SEQUOYAH 6429 RICHMOND HWY #203 ...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $126,000 .... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... 22306 ...... HUNTINGTON WALK 8047 PANTANO PL #5 ...... 1 ... 1 ... 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $77,000 .... Back-to-Back ...... 22309 ...... SEQUOYAH Copyright 2013 RealEstate Business Intelligence. Source: MRIS as of October 15, 2013.
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Historic Huntley was recog- Mason is now open to the public. National Register of Historic Places, nized by the Virginia Recreation Thomson Francis Mason was the mayor the Virginia Landmarks Register and Parks Society for Best New of Alexandria, D.C. from 1827-30 and and the Fairfax County Inventory of Renovation/Addition — Bricks and a grandson of George Mason, author of Historic Sites. Visit Mortar in an area with a population the Virginia Declaration of Rights. It is www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ greater than 100,000. The house located at 6918 Harrison Lane in huntley-meadows-park/historic- that was built for Thomson Francis Alexandria. Historic Huntley is on the huntley.htm. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 ❖ 25 Opinion U.S. 1 Version 2.0: Reducing Congestion
By Scott A. Surovell Belvoir, Huntley Mead- and the GWP. but also the people coming in the future. A Delegate (D-44) ows and Alexandria, The U.S. 1 corridor should become more Metro extension can also stimulate attrac- plus commuters to cross walkable, “bikeable,” transit-friendly and tive redevelopment that will create more his is the third article in my Little Hunting Creek — interconnected so that people can move ef- interconnected local roads, such as more weekly series examining the U.S. 1 and the George ficiently. Congestion will only worsen when crossings of Little Hunting Creek or other T U.S. 1 Multimodal Alternatives Washington Memorial we add 40,000 new people over the next connections between neighborhoods, along Analysis, our transit choices and Parkway (GWP) — and 30 years, 17,000 new jobs and whatever the U.S. 1 and to help alleviate congestion. why extending the Metro subway Yellow no route west between U.S. Army throws at us with the next round A Yellow Line extension would give tour- Line is the best alternative. Last week, I fo- Lockheed Boulevard of base realignments (BRAC) scheduled for ists better options for visiting Mount Vernon cused on how our transit choice for the high- and the Fairfax County 2015. Estate and Woodlawn Plantation. It would way will improve outcomes in our schools. Parkway (or Woodlawn after Mulligan Road What are the options? New dedicated bus give commuters, contractors and others This week I focus on traffic. opens in about six months). This creates lanes on U.S. 1 would provide some relief, more options to get to Fort Belvoir, the new U.S. 1 has a long history. The road’s cur- numerous choke points, like those at Kings but they will not generate the kind of rede- U.S. Army Museum and points north such rent alignment through Crossing and Buckman Road and at velopment our area really needs. However, as Washington, D.C., and the Dulles Metro the 44th District is a Woodlawn Plantation when U.S. 1 is wid- new bus lanes may be a bridge to the long- Corridor. Commentary consolidation of three or ened through Fort Belvoir in about four term solution. While extending Metro is the most expen- four local roads re- years. I have serious reservations about light rail sive option, I am hopeful that once this aligned between 1915 and 1935 into U.S. Second, our entire transportation net- on a highway with a 45-mile-per-hour speed study is complete, it will prove to be the 1 and widened in the early 1970s. Before work is very car-centric. Cyclists put their limit and dozens of stop lights. most obvious solution. the Shirley Highway (now I-395) in 1941, lives in their hands and have no good way It is unlikely that light rail would reduce A critical piece of the U.S. 1 Multimodal it was the major north-south road in the to get around our area or anywhere south commuter travel times versus car or bus Alternatives Analysis is public input. Please eastern U.S.. Afterwards, it just became a or west. The rate of pedestrian deaths in travel. Reducing commuting times makes a participate in the community discussion. major north-south road. Today, it remains the 44th District is double the state aver- transit mode attractive to people. Plus, there Next week I will focus on how this study the primary way in, out and through the age. are significant engineering questions about will help improve our environment. If you 44th District. Third, growing congestion has pushed whether light rail cars can climb over Bea- have any feedback, please email me at U.S. 1’s current configuration presents commuter cut-through traffic onto second- con Hill given the grade. [email protected]. many problems. First, there are only two ary roads such as Fort Hunt Road, Old A Yellow Line Metro extension would not It is an honor to serve as your state del- ways for the 120,000 people between Fort Mount Vernon Road, Sherwood Hall Lane only move the people who are already here, egate. Letters to the Editor
From Page 10 ing for it.” This is sort of true since the citizens of the 44th District to continue to for 44th District residents, unless gaining makeup of the House of Delegates in the reelect a delegate who is out of touch with approval for yet another Route 1 transpor- jor party” candidates (71st, 95th) and ran wake of the election is 67 Republicans and his own party, a party holding one-third of tation study (transit study in this case) can “neck and neck” with three others (3rd, 33 Democrats. In order to achieve 51 votes the seats in the House of Delegates. In his be considered to be a great accomplishment. 19th, 53rd), whose campaigns were backed for any of his legislative proposals, Delegate blog, Delegate Surovell expressed the hope Of course, Delegate Surovell has had other by thousands of dollars (and in one case, Surovell would need to convince all of his that he would earn the confidence of the legislative accomplishments, as he has re- tens of thousands). In comparison, it will Democratic colleagues plus 18 or more Re- residents of the 44th District who voted for ported in his blog. be remembered that my candidacy was publicans. his opponent in the election. The point is that more could be done for backed by little more than a prayer. And In February 2012, my letter was published Voters in the 44th District have two years residents of the 44th District were they rep- yet we did just as well, if not better, than in the Gazette going into detail about Del- in which to contemplate whether it contin- resented by a more mainstream delegate, each of these other contenders. egate Surovell’s legislative record and ex- ues to be appropriate to reelect a delegate even a Democrat. And although the final outcome of the plaining that even among Democrats he is who is so far out of the mainstream of his 2013 election is not exactly as we would way out of the mainstream. Some of the own party that it is unlikely he will ever H. Jay Spiegel have it, surely our accomplishment at the highlights (better described as low lights): succeed in getting anything significant done Mount Vernon polls will be accepted as a victory. Not from 1. He was one of only 18 delegates to vote the perspective of those brutes who hold against the Constitutional Amendment that democracy to be “the rule of the mob.” But would make it more difficult for the gov- from the vantage point of righteousness — ernment to exercise the eminent domain and in the judgment of One who continues power to seize private property. to hold “obedience” and “moral integrity” 2. He was one of only three House pa- in the highest regard, no matter how irrel- trons for a bill to reinstate the State Estate evant/outmoded these traits are viewed and Tax. portrayed by Virginia’s ruling class, politi- 3. He supported a bill seeking restoration cal establishment. of civil rights (including the right to vote) For all those who chose to rally round my for certain classes of convicted felons. campaign despite the odds, I thank you and 4. He was one of only two House patrons pray God’s blessing on you for your sup- for a bill seeking to impose a 20-cent plas- port and encouragement. tic bag tax. 5. He was one of only two House patrons Joe Glean for a bill seeking to almost quintuple the Alexandria state’s cigarette tax. 6. He was one of only seven House pa- Someone More trons for a bill seeking to impose a 5 per- cent gas tax. Mainstream 7. He was one of only two House patrons for a bill seeking to repeal tax credits for Contributed Photo To the Editor: the coal industry. After last week’s election, Del. Scott Celebrating SLES’s 50th Forget about the 18 Republicans; Del- Surovell (D-44) thanked his constituents for At the Stratford Landing Elementary School PTA meeting Tuesday, egate Surovell rarely gains agreement from reelecting him, in a post on his blog. In so Nov. 12, Del. Scott Surovell presented SLES’s new principal, Dr. the other 32 Democrats. In last week’s elec- doing, he explained that “Not a single bill I Maureen Marshall, and vice principal Larry Caines with a 50th tion, Delegate Surovell did not face a ma- carry can pass the House of Delegates with- Anniversary Proclamation for the school. jor party opponent. It is the privilege of the out at least 17 Republican legislators vot- 26 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ November 14-20, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com POTOMAC RIVER
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Gainesville Veteran Day Wreath-Laying 15633 Turtle Point Drive $665,000 Simply Stunning 5 Bedroom All Brick Home In Beautiful Gated Community! Attention To At Mount Vernon Estate Detail Throughout With Elegant Architectural Accents And Spacious Open Floor Plan Flooded With Light. Gourmet Kitchen, he Kate Waller Barrett Chapter of the Delightful Breakfast Area Surrounded By National Society of the Daughters of Glass, Two Story Family Room With Stone Fireplace, And Main Level Master Bedroom. Tthe American Revolution joined the Spacious Deck Overlooking Trees And Golf George Washington Chapter of the Course. It’s A Beauty! Sons of the American Revolution to celebrate Becky Berning 703-930-3400 Veterans Day. During an all-day watch at the tomb of George Washington at the Mount Vernon es- Alexandria 3533 Martha Custis Drive #911 $331,900 tate, many veterans and their families partici- Rarely Available 2br, Parkfairfax, 1 Level Lincoln pated. Throughout the day, members of the chap- Model! Beautiful Upgrades, Beautiful Setting, ter handed each veteran that visited Washington’s Beautiful Patio, Beautiful Gardens. Light Filled Home Offering You A Rare Opportunity - Much grave a red carnation to place at the tomb’s en- Sought After Model. Upgrades To Include Work trance. The chapter also mans a book of honor In Both Kitchen And Bath, New Windows In Lr, which each veteran at the tomb is asked to sign. Upgraded Patio Door, Ceiling Lighting And Much More! Quick Walk To Dash Bus, 10 Minute Walk The book is kept in Mount Vernon archives To Shirlington. throughout the year. Terry Rader 703-887-3735 At 2 p.m., Regent Sarah Hardy of the Kate Waller Barrett Chapter joined SAR members for Fredericksburg a ceremony to lay a wreath inside the tomb. Vet- 1409 Hearthstone Drive $345,000 erans Paul Wagoner and Donald Kellerman of the $10,000 Price Drop! Highly Motivated Seller George Washington Chapter, SAR, were selected Considering All Offers And Willing To Negotiate Closing Costs. Newly Painted And Carpeted! to place the wreath. Barbara McJoynt, member Shows Well And Has Nice Yard, Stamped of Kate Waller Barrett Chapter, read George Regent Sarah Hardy of the The Concrete Patio And Common Area In The Front Washington’s prayer as she has done for the past Kate Waller Barrett Chapter of For Entertaining. 4 Bdrm/2.5 Bath And Full Unfinished Basement With Rough Plumb For 28 years. the National Society of the Bath. 2 Car Detached Garage. Bus Transport To The ceremony has been a traditional Veterans Daughters of the American Vre Within One Block Of Property. Day honor for the Kate Waller Barrett Chapter Revolution, addresses the Kelly Arthur 571-275-2213 for many years. crowd.
Alexandria 6250 Marcy Court $499,900 Private, Beautiful, Single Family Home On Cul-de-sac Near Franconia Metro. W/ Gorgeous Wilderness Like Deck/patio Spacious Home W/ 4 Br, 3 Bath And 1 Car Garage. Freshly Painted. New Carpet, Replaced Furnace. Ac’s, Siding And Gutters. Convenient To 495, I 95, And Parkway. Rita Tassa 703-629-8624 Fife and drum players participate in the event. 5911 Kingstowne Village Parkway, Suite 100 Alexandria VA 22315 703-313-6500 www.longandfoster.com
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