Council Proclaims October As Peace Month in the City Springhill Lake

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Council Proclaims October Mortgage Burning This Sunday, Greenbelt Homes Inc. (GHI) will celebrate the final We Pose Three Questions As Peace Month in the City payoff of their 20-year rehabilitation loan. There will be a picnic To Candidates for Council by Sandy Smith for GHI members on the Com- The candidates are off and elected? (In 300 words) The City of Green- students from Eleanor munity Center lawn starting at 2 running. Seven candidates 2. What is the most im- belt declared October Roosevelt High School p.m. Activities for children in- have filed for the office of city portant issue to be addressed 2003 to be Peace and faculty member Bar- clude a moon bounce. For the council with the election to be in Greenbelt East? Greenbelt Month and issued a bara Luther, who spoke adults there will be awards for held November 4. This year West? (Springhill Lake and proclamation at the about the contributions decorated courts as well as for only three incumbents are seek- Beltway Plaza) Greenbelt September 30 city coun- and legacy of Eleanor volunteers. GHI current employ- ing reelection. That means at Center? (GHI and newer de- cil meeting encouraging all citi- Roosevelt and the activities taking ees and retired employees, such least two of the challengers velopments adjacent to it) zens to participate in activities place at the school during Eleanor as the well-remembered Jim will become members of the How would you address each and events to promote peace and Roosevelt Week. The proclama- Marshall, will also be on hand to next council. It is up to the issue? (In 400 words) nonviolence. This year the city tion noted that the school was rec- celebrate. Police Chief James voters to decide who they will 3. How will you weigh will join with other groups such ognized as a 2002 National School Craze, delegate Anne Healy and be. the desire for more services as the Eleanor Roosevelt High of Character, one of only nine in others are also expected. All GHI This paper assumes respon- (police, education, etc.) with School Character Education Pro- the country. The students said members are invited to join in sibility for helping voters the city’s limited revenue re- gram, the Prince George’s Peace that Eleanor Roosevelt had been a the celebration. make that decision. We have sources and its dependency and Justice Coalition and others fine example in their efforts “to History already printed biographies for on property tax increases to to conduct activities that pro- live with character in the pursuit After years of debate over re- each of the candidates pre- balance its budgets? For ex- mote peace. of excellence” which has become hab, the program got underway pared by the candidates. Now ample, should the city seek to Also at the council meeting, known as “The Roosevelt Way.” in 1983, with $11.1 million we ask the candidates to an- reduce services to avoid tax Major Judith Davis read a procla- The school will hold its Roosevelt borrowed to finance the improve- swer three questions. Their increases or should the city mation making October 4 to 11 Week program at the school on ments. This year, with the final answers will be printed in the continue to increase services Eleanor Roosevelt Week. She wel- Tuesday, October 7 at 7 p.m. fea- payment, $24 million had been next three issues of the News and accept the tax impact? comed Sametta Bangura, Brogan turing music and a noted guest repaid. Almost all homes were Review. In addition, we will (In 300 words) Marshall and Nathaniel Carrera, speaker. involved, with most receiving report on what takes place at Candidates are required to electric heavy-ups; new windows, any timely candidate nights submit their answers to the insulation and siding on frame held in the city. News Review before 9 p.m. Springhill Lake Could Be homes. Funds are now collected Three Questions on the Monday preceding the on an on-going basis to help We ask each candidate to question’s publication date. Torn Down and Replaced keep the houses in top condition respond to the following three Answers will be limited to After meeting with two repre- at this time, Craze said. There in the future. questions: 300 words for the first and sentatives of AIMCO, owners of are no plans, as yet. She did re- 1. What are the three third questions and to 400 Springhill Lake, on July 23, Plan- port that AIMCO would be look- most important goals that you words for the second ques- ning and Community Develop- ing at buildings up to four stories Catholic Group Will expect to accomplish as a tion. If an answer exceeds ment Director Celia Craze in- in height. They would be prima- Run Nursing Home member of the city council in the limit, the answer will be formed City Manager Michael rily rental as AIMCO is an apart- The Little Sisters of the Holy the next term if you are cut off. McLaughlin and the city council ment management company. The Family is “proceeding with plans that the owners of the Springhill apartments would be priced for a to acquire the now-vacant The answers to question 1 will be published in the Oc- Lake apartment complex are seri- variety of housing markets. Greenbelt Nursing Center . . . ,” tober 9 issue of the News Review. Question 2 answers will ously interested in undertaking AIMCO also is interested in in- according to a memorandum by be published on October 16 and question 3 answers will dramatic changes to the property. creasing the number of dwelling Celia Craze, city planning direc- appear in the October 23 issue. Craze said that Patti Schwayder units located there and develop- tor. The Little Sisters of the Holy and David Douglas of AIMCO ing a “Main street” element in Family is affiliated with the advised her that the firm of the plan in order to provide a Catholic Archdiocese of Washing- Duany Plater-Zybeck and Co. neighborhood scale and retail ser- ton. The group has operated sev- (DPZ) has been retained to de- vices, Craze reported. eral centers in the Washington New Deal Brings Harvest velop concepts for the property. City planning staff urged area, which have been sold. Craze considers DPZ to be the AIMCO to consider a number of They plan to consolidate those preeminent international expert in issues in the planning including operations in the Greenbelt center Music Festival to Center New Urbanism development. The schools, street alignment, coordi- and use the property for a combi- by Eileen Peterson dramatic change under consider- nation with planned city improve- nation nursing home and rehabili- ation could even include com- ments to Cherrywood Lane, trans- tation center. Roosevelt Center will echo ments. plete demolition and replacement portation impacts, recreation According to the city, the with a variety of songs and instru- J. R. and Waverly brings high- of the nearly 3,000 apartment needs, green space, Indian Creek group’s plans are on a “com- mental music on Saturday, Oct. 11 octane blues to the evening. To units. DPZ’s “involvement in this impact and overall environmental pressed” time schedule. The pro- from 1 to 10 p.m. This free con- round out the concert, Global project must be viewed as a sig- protection. The city staff expects spective owners hope to move in cert will bring back 10 acts that Warning is a band of five musi- nificant philosophical commit- to have future meetings with the by the end of November. They have performed at the New Deal cians, including two percussion- ment on the part of AIMCO to property owner representatives plan to renovate the entire facility Café in the past year, said Rich- ists who promise to have the pursue high quality redevelop- and DPZ. Craze indicated that before then. Four members of the ard McMullin, music coordinator. crowd dancing with them; guitar, ment of the property,” Craze said. DPZ was contemplating holding order will live in the facility. The harvest-time festival of bass and accordion accent the Exactly what will be done and a design charette. History music will begin with a drum- “world” rhythm. when it will be done are unknown The original Greenbelt Nurs- mers’ circle, followed by Stan This is the third concert series ing and Rehabilitation Center Brown, musical historian and em- of the year produced by Friends What Goes On was closed on December 31, 1998 cee for the day. For many years of New Deal Café Arts Saturday, October 4 following a cut-off of Medicare Brown was the Co-op pharmacist. (FONDCA). In case of rain, the 8:30 to 10 a.m., Registration for Greenbelt Pink Ribbon Ride, and Medicaid funding by federal Doug Allen Wilcox, a contem- concerts will move into the café. Community Center Lawn. Rides start at 9 a.m. (longest first). and state regulators because of porary folk singer from Frederick, An arts weekend in June was Sunday, October 5 numerous quality care violations. Md, will be followed by Melissa presented by a consortium of 1 to 5 p.m., Artful Afternoon, Community Center These had led to almost a year of Sites, an Appalachian mouth Greenbelt Association of Visual 2 p.m., GHI Mortgage Burning Celebration, Community Center inspections, surveys, a consent singer; next, Michelle Weinstine Artists, FONDCA, Greenbelt Arts Lawn agreement and litigation. will sing urban folk and blues. Center, Greenbelt Access Televi- Tuesday, October 7 The center was previously op- Wynne Paris will bring World sion and the Greenbelt Writers’ 7 p.m., Eleanor Roosevelt Birthday Celebration, Eleanor erated by Northern Health Facili- Beat instruments from India to the Group. All of these arts events Roosevelt High School ties, Inc., a subsidiary of Extend- stage and a mixture of Kirtan de- were made possible by FONDCA 7:30 p.m., Arts Advisory Board, Community Center Art Gallery icare Health Services, Inc., of Mil- votional singing and music he de- funds (with $1,000 raised at a Wednesday, October 8 waukee. When the earlier owners scribes as “Raga Rock.” rummage sale) and grants from 8 p.m., City Council Worksession – Proposed Response to went to U.S. District Court in The Lucky Ones, cowboy the City of Greenbelt and the USA Patriot Act, Community Center Greenbelt to request a temporary funk and country love songs, will Prince George’s Arts Council. Thursday, October 9 restraining order on the federal appear at the dinner hour, and More information about 7:30 p.m., GHI Informational Meeting to Explain Changes in order to close, the request was then Tinsmith will bring Celtic FONDCA can be obtained by Fee Structure, GHI Boardroom denied and 82 patients were relo- folk music with rock overtones. calling Barbara Simon at 301- Saturday, October 11 cated to other facilities in the Their acoustic and electric guitar 474-2192. See the display ad in 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., SchromFest, Schrom Hills Park area. The nursing center has music is augmented by an eclec- next week’s paper for specific Oct. been empty since that time. tic collection of traditional instru- 11 concert times.

GNR 100203 print.pmd 1 10/2/2003, 1:16 PM Page 2 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, October 2, 2003 Tales of a Birds-i-Viewer Letters The Old Curmudgeon by Marjorie Gray THANKS As a devoted Numbers given in My, how time does fly. Greenbelter enjoy- the M-NCPPC Where does it all go? 50 years, ing the natural and Guide.) half a century, all of it in artistic beauties of Favorites Greenbelt. I can’t think of a bet- our town, I seldom 65. “Blue Bead” ter place to have spent it. venture into other at Laurel Museum: 50 years – filled with memo- Prince George’s jeweled presence in rable events. Events that, unless County communities peaceful garden set- observed, can “fly forgotten as a or parks. But when ting. dream dies at the opening day.” the Park and Plan- 23. “Glowing Thank you, News Review staff, ning Commission Blue Bird” at Mont- for your articles concerning the announced birds-i- pelier Cultural Arts 50th anniversary of my ordination view, my Center: it’s electric! into the ministry of Jesus Christ. wanderlustful curios- 1. “Family Re- 50 years – a time to give

ity and love of cre- BY MARJORIE GRAY PHOTO union” at Patuxent thanks to God for giving me the ative expression im- Nora Simon’s sculp- Research Center: opportunity to serve in this com- pelled me to set ture “Ladybird Sings shades of sunny munity. forth. Reading the the Blues” Greenbelt? Thank you, Greenbelt, for your birds’ names and lo- 30. “Luna Bird” warm response to the invitation to cations in the M-NCPPC Guide at Goddard Visitors’ Center: excel- be a part of the celebration further piqued my interest. lent planetary details. planned by Holy Cross Lutheran I’ll never forget my first sight 21. “Somewhere Over the Rain- Church. of that first bird as my husband bow” at Dorsey Chapel: Dorothy 50 years – a time to thank all and I came up the steps behind in Oz. who have touched my life and Greenbelt Library and rounded 18. “Beacon Bluebird” at enriched it in so many ways. the corner in front of the Com- Glenn Dale Community Center: Thank you and God bless you. munity Center. Checker Bird dazzling like a clearing in a forest. Edward H. Birner was in full glory then, sporting 41. “Forever in Blue Jeans” at Pastor emeritus her ruff of five chess pieces. Marietta House: flower child in I. J. PARKER ©2003 PARKER J. I. Each new bird sculpture another lovely setting. Prince George’s Community Col- evokes a similar childlike de- 72. “Cal-Bird” at Bowie lege: wild winged woman. “I don’t like going to Canada . . . light, the urge to point and say, Baysox Stadium: a super Oriole. 56. “Clowning Around” at but it’s time to refill my prescription!” “Wow, look at that bird!” – to 44. “Elvis Has Flown the Watkins Regional Park: cross be- walk around and see all sides, to Coop” at Allen Pond Park tween Humpty Dumpty and Big admire the perky eyes and beak (Bowie): jailbird with guitar. Bird? of the basic fiberglass form and 38. “Leonard Birdstein” at 9. “The Cowbird” at Old Mary- to notice the way the artists used Clarice Smith Center, U. of Md.: land Farm (same park): complete color, design and media to en- Hope he still has his baton. with udder, cowbell and grass. able their bird to sing out its 62. “Ancient Bird” at Langley 43. “Recyclabird” at the Nature name. Lovebirds and blue birds Park Community Center: African Center (third bird at one park): NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING are two popular themes. Paint is royalty. delicately feathered baby. the most common medium, fol- 70. “Vainglorious Bluebird” in 63. “Pearly Bird” at Darnall’s GHI BOARD OF DIRECTORS lowed by mosaic materials. M-NCPPC building, 6611 Chance House: gold and silver, Auction Kenilworth Ave., with “dangerous” festooned with pearls. Tuesday, October 7, 2003 On November 20 at 7 p.m. at texture. 67. “Birdwatcher” at Patuxent Hargrove, Inc., in Lanham, 73 of 11. “Maryland Song Bird” at River Park: ranger bird watching these birds will be auctioned. Riversdale House: complete with birds with binoculars. 7:00 p.m. Proceeds will go to the Prince singer and guitars. 47. “Cloudy Eye Bird” at Ce- George’s Arts Council’s Art in 22. “Prince George’s Bird of dar Haven Park: gorgeous river GHI BOARD ROOM Education grant programs. Ev- Maryland” at Franklin’s Restau- view at Eagle Point, the county’s eryone is invited to come and re- rant: poised for flight. southern tip. IN kindle their pride in the county, 4. “Bird of a Feather” inside 27. “Brentwood Woodpecker” EXECUTIVE SESSION support our youth and bid on Mt. Rainier Nature Center to pro- at Cedarville State Forest Park: one of these spectacular icons. tect her myriad feathers. Paint Branch Montessori nature Viewers have only a few 2. “If I Ran the Zoo Bird” in- craft. weeks left to track down the side Kettering-Largo Library: flam- 33. “Birdie Belle” at Camp birds and photograph them in boyant coverbird. Springs Senior Center: Where have Greenbelt the habitats and landmark loca- 15. “Jubilee” at Kent Hall, I seen this dame? tions where they are on display as unique tourist attractions. The News Review quest may prove challenging since the birds-i-view website has ATTENTION AN INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER been down with a virus, many PROSPECTIVE 15 Crescent Road, Suite 100, Greenbelt, Maryland 20770-1887 viewers lack Internet access and [email protected] changes have been made to the MEMBERS printed guide. To ease and en- 301-474-4131 • FAX 301-474-5880 hance your excursions, whether Greenbelt Homes, Inc. (GHI), one of the largest and most by vehicle or as armchair travel- Alfred M. 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GNR 100203 print.pmd 2 10/2/2003, 1:16 PM Thursday, October 2, 2003 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 3 Golden Age Club Walk to School Day by Bunny Fitzgerald The Greenbelt Police have in- The lovely luncheon in honor Community Events vited all Springhill Lake El- of Ellie and Joe Rimar’s 60th ementary School children and wedding anniversary was at- “Explorations” Hear Greenbriar Starts Simons Exhibit Art their parents to participate in tended by a large group. The About Technology Clothing Drive At New Deal Café “Walk to School Day” on beautiful flowers and yellow On Friday, October 10, “Explo- The Greenbriar Condominium Barbara and Nora Simon will Wednesday, October 8. Walkers table covers made it a very fes- rations Unlimited” will present T. Association will begin its annual be exhibiting their drawings and will meet in the rear lot of tive affair. Everyone was fasci- Andrew Finn speaking on “What fall clothing drive at its Fall Yard paintings at the New Deal Café Beltway Plaza (by PetsMart) at nated by the cake with edible People Don’t Like About Tech- Sale to be held on Saturday, Oc- in Roosevelt Center during Octo- 7:30 a.m. and walk to Springhill pictures. One was of the bride nology.” From voice mail to tober 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. ber. The public is invited to Lake Elementary School as a and groom and another was an VCRs, from computers to cell Vendors at the community yard view the exhibit at the Café and group. Refreshments will be anniversary picture. phones many people are over- sale are encouraged to leave un- meet the artists on Sunday, Octo- provided and each child who Joe read the new anniversary whelmed with features and sold wares for donation to a lo- ber 5 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. participates will receive a token poem he had written for the oc- underwhelmed by the level of cal charity this holiday season. Barbara Simon has been an artist of appreciation. Several children casion. It was beautiful and support available to help them Yard sale attendees are also wel- since she sold her first painting will be randomly selected to re- brought back memories of war learn. This talk explains why come to deposit used clothing as a teenager growing up in ceive door prizes. Parents are time romances and life and mar- people are overwhelmed. that is both clean and reusable. Greenbelt when she was Barbara also encouraged to attend and riage in a different era. Finn teaches courses in human The clothing drive is a part of McGee. Simon has also been an walk with their children. Many thanks to Solange Hess communication, communication Greenbriar’s tradition of caring arts educator and advocate lo- The Springhill Lake walk is and helpers for making this such and information technologies and and sharing during the holiday cally for the past 20 years. Nora part of International Walk to a nice affair. telecommunications at George season. A toy and food drive Simon, her daughter, is a 17- School Day which seeks to raise There will be a yard sale on Mason University (GMU). He are also in the works and will year-old student at Eleanor worldwide awareness of walking October 18 at the Roosevelt Cen- serves as the associate director of begin soon. Roosevelt High School. This issues. ter. Donors are requested to the Center for Media Research Call Sarah Phillips, Greenbriar past summer Nora created a The organization promotes bring items to the Senior Lounge and Telecommunications at GMU Community Affairs Director, at sculpture for the county bluebird the positive aspects of walking at the Community Center for and is also the coordinator of the 301-441-1096 for further infor- project. Her sculpture, “Lady including concern for the envi- pricing. Volunteers are needed to telecommunications minor. He mation. Bluebird Sings the Blues,” a ronment; awareness of how make this a success. has taught at the University of homage to Billie Holliday, is walkable a community is; taking Winners of the 50/50 raffle Kentucky, Rutgers University, Mamas & Papas Meet currently on view at the entrance back neighborhoods for people were Ken Keaney and Mary New York University and Wash- The Greenbelt Mamas and to Harmony Hall, the county arts on foot; and sharing time with Gardner. ington University in St. Louis. Papas meet every second and center in Fort Washington. parents, children and community It was nice to see Louvain His research interests focus on fourth Wednesday for lunch at Nora’s artwork has won awards leaders. Townsend back at the meeting how people structure messages the Greenbelt Community Cen- in annual Labor Day Festival Art For more information on the and we hope John Henry Jones and interactions when using elec- ter. The next meeting is October Shows since she was three years worldwide program, go to will be back soon. tronic communication and infor- 8, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Make old. www.iwalktoschool.org. mation technologies. His most friends with other Greenbelt par- Greeting Cards At the Library recent studies have examined how ents while children play. Bring On Sunday Barbara will also Thursday, October 9, 10:30 people use voice mail, caller ID, a simple food item to share, pot- sell her greeting cards, which a.m. Drop-In Storytime for ages 3 cell phones and instant messages. luck-style. All are welcome to many Greenbelters may remember Artful Afternoon to 5. “Explorations Unlimited” is a join the grown-ups for refreshing she produced with her father speaker series held every Friday conversation. John McGee in Greenbelt for Sunday, Oct. 5 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Greenbelt The second meeting of the many years. A percentage of the “Aging” is Topic sales will be donated to Friends For Poetry Plus Community Center. This presen- month will be October 22. Ma- 1 to 5 p.m. tation will be held in the Senior mas and Papas will sponsor of New Deal Café Arts, the non- Community Center Poetry Plus will meet on Sat- Classroom. Everyone is welcome children’s art activities at the profit arts organization that sup- urday, October 11 at the to attend and questions are al- Community Center’s Artful After- ports the arts at the New Deal Greenbelt Library, 10:30 a.m. to ways encouraged. Call 301-397- noon on October 5 from 1 to 3 Café. noon. Poetry Plus is a group for 2208 for more information. p.m. The focus will be on poets and poetry lovers to listen simple crafts for the pre-school and talk; an appreciative audi- Arts Board Meets ages. Call Melissa Sites at 301- ence for new poems or old; and The Greenbelt Arts Advisory 982-9812 for more information. poems people love, hate or don’t Board will meet on Tuesday, Oc- The Mamas and Papas also holds understand. The suggested topic tober 7 at 7:30 p.m. The meet- a weekly playgroup, every for this meeting is “Aging.” ing will take place in the art gal- Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon The group is open to all who lery at the Greenbelt Community on the playground near the Li- enjoy talking about poetry. It Center, 15 Crescent Road. For brary (rain location to be de- will help to bring five to ten information, call Nicole DeWald, cided). For more information, copies of the poems for the staff liaison, at 301-397-2208. contact Anne Gardner at 301- group to read. 220-1721. NARFE Meets Arts Fair On Wednesday, October 8 at GHI Notes The Stained Glass Guild, noon NARFE chapter 1122 Meetings for the week of Oc- Local Homes Open to Public Greenbelt Pottery and painter (Beltsville-College Park-Green- tober 5 through October 10: Oc- Dan Kennedy will sell wares and belt) will meet at Sir Walter Ra- tober 5 – Celebration, Rehab In National Solar Home Tour answer questions about their art leigh, 6323 Greenbelt Road. Loan Paid in Full Picnic, 2 p.m. In the D.C. Metro area 29 homes with solar energy, energy- works at a fair in Roosevelt Cen- The speaker will be Barbara Community Center; October 6 – efficient appliances and other earth-friendly features will open ter on Saturday, October 11, from Frush. Call John Fleming to Pre-Purchase Orientation, 7:15 their doors on October 4-5, 2003. Brochures with addresses and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. RSVP at 301-572-4296. p.m., Board Room; October 8 – house descriptions are on sale at the Co-op Supermarket. Price: Woodlands Committee, 7 p.m. a tax-deductible donation of $10 for one adult, $15 per couple, Center Darkroom New Year Party Board Room; October 9 – Mem- $5 college student. Children under 18 accompanied by a par- Has Opened Planning ber Meeting, Fee Re-allocation, ent free. The brochure is your ticket to tour the homes. The long-closed Community 7:30 p.m., Board Room. On Sunday, October 5, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., come tour five so- The Greenbelt New Year 2004 lar homes in Greenbelt. For more info, contact John Lippert at Center darkroom is now opera- Committee will be meeting on 301-507-6765 or 301-345-5324 or visit www.prsea.org. tional, according to Nicole Thursday, October 9 at 7 p.m. at DeWald, arts coordinator. The the Community Center. Plans darkroom manager, Hillary for the event are proceeding well NEWS REVIEW Howes, recently conducted an – many entertainment acts have ANNUAL MEETING orientation for open studio par- already been booked. Individu- St. Hugh’s Basket Bingo ticipants. Independent use of the als interested in joining the com- is scheduled to be held on Sunday, Oct. 26 at 5:00 p.m. studio by certified or registered mittee are invited to attend the Saturday, October 18, 2003 individuals has begun. meeting on October 9 or call Details will follow. Classes in darkroom use are Patti Brothers at 301-982-2312. offered on the Recreation Grenoble Hall Department’s fall schedule and 135 Crescent Rd. Greenbelt will begin as enrollment permits. Dog Show Benefits Final Registration 6:00pm Doors Open A grand opening of the dark- Fire Department For City Election 7:00pm Games Begin room is scheduled to take place To benefit the Greenbelt Fire The final day to register at the November 2 Artful After- Department and Rescue Squad, Ticket Cost: $20 noon from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. an AKC Canine Good Citizen to vote in the Greenbelt City Council election is Monday, Test will be sponsored by Food and Drink Available Greenbelt Dog Training on Sat- October 6 by 4:30 p.m. Grad Night Anyone who lives within The next meeting of the urday, October 11, from noon to To Benefit Primary Playground 4 p.m. Pet/owner photos avail- the corporate boundaries of Eleanor Roosevelt High School Greenbelt but is not regis- Grad Night ’04 committee will be able. The event is open to all dogs, tered to vote in Prince Call 301-474-4071 to purchase advance tickets Wednesday, October 8 at 7 p.m. George’s County, can regis- in the school conference room mixed breeds welcome, with This Basket Bingo is in no way affiliated or endorsed by county registration and proof of ter at the county election of- adjoining the cafeteria. fice at 14741 Gov. Oden the Longaberger Company, though the prizes to be won Parents of juniors and seniors rabies shots. The fire department is located at 125 Crescent Road. Bowie Drive, Suite 205, Up- are genuine Longaberger Baskets! are encouraged to participate in per Marlboro. this major annual event. There is a fee.

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Chemists Receive Girls Soccer Team Eleanor Roosevelt Obituaries Grass Roots Awards Runs Record to 3-1 Birthday Party Two Maryland chemists, Dr. by Josh Hamlin Greenbelters were saddened to There will be an Eleanor James Cassidy of East Greenbelt Erin Bistany, Shonte’ Moten Daniel Keith Linder hear of the death of former Roosevelt Birthday Celebration and Dr. Paul Terry of Calvert, re- and Nathalie Hamlin scored two on Tuesday, October 7 at 7 p.m. Daniel Greenbelter Daniel Keith Linder. ceived a Chem Luminary Grass goals each as the U8 girls soccer in the Eleanor Roosevelt High Keith Linder, Our sympathy to his sister Nina Roots Award at the September team rolled past South Bowie, 6- 45, died Sun- Heimpel and her daughters School auditorium. All are in- National Meeting of the Ameri- 0, on September 25. The girls vited to attend the special pro- day, Septem- Shawnee and Carrie of Research can Chemical Society in New recorded their third straight shut- gram. ber 28, 2003. Road. York City. out of the season with strong Mr. Linder State Delegate Justin Ross has Dr. Allida Black, director and This award was given for cre- goalkeeping by Samantha Nash editor of the Eleanor Roosevelt was a resident announced that Amber Dupree, ating two 2002 National Chem- and Amritha Jayanti. Aubrey and Human Rights project at of Greenbelt David Ringgold and Meredith istry Week programs, one for 4th Gonzalez and Emily Winner from 1978 Dupree were scholarship recipi- George Washington University, to 6th graders to prepare drink- keyed the attack and Lillian will be the keynote speaker. The until 1984. ents. Amber plans to use her ing water from dirty Potomac Childress, Rachel Dwivedi, program will also include perfor- He was an scholarship at the University of River water and another for Cidnee Greenfield, Ajia Hopkins, avid Redskins fan and planned Maryland, College Park; David mances by the school’s dance middle and high school students Phoebe McFarb, Claire Morse company, women’s choir and Air each game time by cooking up at Montgomery Junior College, on cleaning water flowing into and Maia Tooley added strong Force Junior ROTC as well as re- his famous “Dan’s 4 Pepper Rockville; and Meredith at the the Chesapeake Bay via the midfield and defensive play. Chili” and fresh cornbread. He University of Maryland, Balti- marks by Mayor Judith Davis, Anacostia River. On Saturday, September 27 Principal Sylvester Conyers and often slept in his Redskins shirt more County. Two interactive presentations the girls suffered their first defeat several students. Cake and and hat, too. Maura Anne Murray was born were given, one at the Prince of the season, 0-5, to a talented He worked in printing since to John and Lori Murray on punch will follow. George’s County Kiwanis Club Oxon Hill team. The team was This program is being co- he was 16, starting out as a September 26, 2003 at Carroll and the other at the National shorthanded entering the game sponsored by the City of pressman’s helper and moving up County Memorial Hospital. She Wildlife Center in Laurel. and suffered a pair of key inju- to finishing specialist, producing weighed in at 7 lbs., 8 oz. Greenbelt and the Eleanor ries that left them without any Roosevelt Character Education beautiful die cut, foil stamped Maura was welcomed home by substitutes for nearly a half. Program. It is part of Peace and embossed cards, envelopes big sister Autumn and brothers Join Bird Watchers Still, the team persevered, run- and folders. Casey and Todd. Proud grand- On a Field Trip Month and the Eleanor ning hard until the final whistle. Roosevelt Week celebration. He is survived by his wife parents are Martin and MaryJo The Prince Coaches Neil and Josh are espe- Martha Linder and her family; Murray of Research Road and George’s cially proud of the girls for the his brothers Allen and Charles Bob and Mary Ann Baker of Audubon Soci- courage and tenacity they dis- Paint Branch Unitarian Linder and sister, Nina Heimpel; Laurel Hill Road. ety and the played on Saturday, as it is a Universalist Church nieces Shawnee and Carrie Brother James Sommers, a Patuxent Bird hallmark of a great team to give 3215 Powder Mill Road, Heimpel; his father Henry Greenbelt pioneer in his 51st year Club chapter of this sort of effort in the face of Beltsville/Adelphi (301-937-3666) Linder; mother LaMona Linder; as a Cistercian monk at Holy the Maryland Welcomes you to our open, such adversity. step-mother Nancy Linder; nieces Cross Abbey in Berryville, Va., was Ornithological Society will host nurturing community The team’s record stands at April, Monica, Carmen, Elise, honored with a front-page feature a field trip on October 4 at 7:30 three wins and one loss. Their October 5, 10 a.m. Elizabeth and nephews James article in the Clarke Times-Courier, a.m. at the Fran Uhler Natural next game is against Marlboro at "To Forgive Is Human" and Elliot Linder. which has been brought to our at- Area on Lemons Bridge Road off by Barbara Wells, co-minister 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 4 at In lieu of flowers, the family tention. The article described Rt. 197. (Visit this natural pre- with Julie Watson and Nancy Marlton Park. Boardman, worship associates suggests people send tax deduct- Sommers’ years-long effort to un- serve with experienced birders Barbara Wells and ible donations to the Salvation earth and display historical arti- while migration is underway.) Jaco B. ten Hove, Army Church, 4825 Edmonston facts located on the monastery Field trips are free and open to co-ministers Road, Hyattsville, MD 20781. grounds on the western banks of the public. Field trips are held Services will be at the Salva- the Shenandoah River. Sommers the first Saturday of every Congregation tion Army Church (same address) worked diligently to collect an- month. Saturday, October 4, 2003, at cient Native American relics as To learn more visit the the Mishkan Torah 11:00 a.m. A reception will im- well as Civil War artifacts from the Audubon Society's website at 10 Ridge Road, Greenbelt, Maryland 20770, 301-474-4223 mediately following the service. Battle of Cool Spring that took www.pgaudubon.org. Rabbi Jonathan Cohen Cantor Phil Greenfield place on the property in 1864. A warm, comfortable and involved congregation Congratulations, Brother James, for Creative nursery school for two to four year olds Education Forum the well-deserved recognition! Pre-K to post-confirmation education program Dr. Andre Hornsby, CEO of We wish Esther Webb a Baha'i Faith First year school FREE for one child Prince George’s County Public speedy recovery. She is at Reconstructionist/Conservative affiliation Schools, has announced a series Doctor's Hospital after a fall. Greenbelt Baha’i Community www.mishkantorah.org P.O. Box 245 of community-wide meetings Best wishes to Gabriella Daley Services: Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.m. aimed at sharing system-wide Greenbelt, MD 20770 Family, 7:30 first Friday of the month and Gregory Klatt who were mar- 301-345-2918 301-220-3160 initiatives and promoting com- ried on September 27, 2003. munity and family involvement “Gabby” is the daughter of News www.bahai.org/ in the education process across Review staffer Pat Davis. the county. These regional community education forums are the first in a series of planned meet- HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH ings that will include PTA presi- 6905 Greenbelt Road • 301-345-5111 dents, the faith community and Sunday 8:00 a.m. Worship other community groups. The 8:45 a.m. Fellowship first meeting will be held at 9:15 a.m. Sunday School Eleanor Roosevelt High School 9:15 a.m. Bible Class on October 13 at 7 p.m. 10:30 a.m. Worship Among the topics to be dis- Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Evening Worship cussed is the Quality Schools Program Strategic Plan (formerly the Master Plan) which will MASS SCHEDULE: Fax 301-220-0694 • E-mail [email protected] serve as a system-wide guide to Sunday 8, 9:30, 11 a.m. ensure that all students are prepared academically to meet the Saturday 5 p.m. challenges of a diverse 21st cen- Daily Mass: As announced tury society. Other topics for Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 3:45-4:45 p.m. discussion include the Read to Rev. Thomas F. Crowley, Pastor Lead initiative, curriculum and Rev. R. Scott Hurd, Pastoral Associate instruction, Code of Student Part Time Ministry Conduct, parent involvement, the Capital Improvement Program, ST. HUGH’S CATHOLIC CHURCH High School Assessments and 135 Crescent Road, Greenbelt, Md. Maryland State Assessments. For information, contact Susan Hubbard, business and community "Open Door, Open Heart, Open Mind!" September is Open House Month. outreach, at 301-952-6795. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Mowatt Memorial United Methodist Church 40 Ridge Road, Greenbelt Greenbelt Community Church 301-474-9410 UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST SUNDAY Sunday School 9:45 am Catholic Hillside & Crescent Roads Talk & Listen (Coffee Hr.) 10:15 am Community Phone: 301-474-6171 mornings Worship Service 11:00 am www.greenbelt.com/gccucc/ HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE of Greenbelt Tues. Lectionary Study 7:00 am Sunday Worship www.gbgm-UMC.org/mowatt Wed. Prayer Meeting 7:00 pm 10:15 a.m. Third Friday, Games Night 7:30 pm MASS Daniel Hamlin, Pastor Sundays 10 A.M. Rev. DaeHwa Park, Pastor "A church of the open mind, the warm heart, October 5, World Communion Sunday Municipal Building the aspiring soul, and the social vision..." "Remedy for Human Evil"

GNR 100203 print.pmd 4 10/2/2003, 1:16 PM Thursday, October 2, 2003 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 5 ERHS Announces Fund Raisers The Eleanor Roosevelt High a school this year. Target also School PTSA has announced a has a program using its Target number of ways that parents and Visa Card. More than $5,000 community members can help has been donated so far. City Information raise funds for the school. Again The ERHS code at Giant is this year, Giant and Safeway’s 00552; at Safeway it is register tape programs will in- 6499912; at Target using the OPENINGS ON clude ERHS. Those who partici- Target Visa Card the number is An Artful Afternoon BOARDS & pated last year must re-designate 58309. Sunday, October 5 from 1-5pm COMMITTEES Greenbelt Community Center Volunteer to serve on City Michele Fowlin, soprano FEATURING HALLOWEEN CRAFTS! Council advisory groups. Vacancies exist on the: Muriel Bennett Balzer, piano RECYCLING AND Enjoy this free mini arts festival featuring a studio open ENVIRONMENT present house, art exhibits, projects, Greenbelt Museum tours, etc. ADVISORY COMMITTEE "An Evening of Art Songs" 1-3pm: Workshops: Halloween Costume Clinic w/ PARK AND Friday, October 17, 2003 Celestine Ranney-Howes, Halloween Crafts w/Greenbelt RECREATION Mamas and Papas and Collage Workshop with Jefferson ADVISORY COMMITTEE at Pinder. Harmony Hall For more info, call 301-397-2208 For more information, in Fort Washington, Maryland please call 301-474-8000. For ticketing information call 301-345-9064 ELEANOR ROOSEVELT MEETINGS FOR www.murielbalzer.com BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION OCTOBER 6-10 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7 at 7:00pm Tuesday, October 7, 7:30pm, AMERICAN REALTY ELEANOR ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL Arts Advisory Board, with Keynote Speaker, Dr. Allida Black, Community Center, Art Director and Editor of the Eleanor Roosevelt and Gallery. 8666 Brae Brook Drive – Cipriano Woods Human Rights project at George Washington Uni- Three level END townhouse located in Cipriano Woods! Three versity. Includes performances by ERHS Dance Wednesday, October 8, bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, finished basement, new carpeting in Company, Women’s Choir and Air Force Jr. ROTC. 8:00pm, CITY COUNCIL family room, new furnace, freshly painted, privacy fence and much more! $194,900 CAKE AND PUNCH AFTER PROGRAM WORK SESSION, Proposed Response to USA 7310 Lois Lane – Lanham/Martins Woods Co-sponsored by the City of Greenbelt and the ERHS Patriot Act, Community Character Education Program. Part of the Eleanor Center. This four bedroom home has a two car carport, remodeled kitchen with skylight, hardwood floors, fireplace, separate dining room, Roosevelt Week Celebration and Greenbelt Peace Month. extra large family room, patio, extra storage, landscaped yard. $289,900 GREENBELT MUNICIPAL/PUBLIC NEW Celebrate Fall; Celebrate Flight LISTING 25-D Ridge Road ACCESS Two bedroom block unit with separate dining area, addition on SCHROM FEST CHANNEL 71 first floor, new stove, new refrigerator and new built-in air Saturday, October 11th conditioner, fenced yards and close to the Center. $143,900 MUNICIPAL ACCESS 11am-3pm NEW UNDER 301-474-8000: LISTING 21-H Ridge Road CONTRACT Schrom Hills Park, Hanover Parkway Tuesday & Thursday, Three bedroom block END unit with vinyl siding, updated Music with 2-4U from 1-3pm October 7 & 9 kitchen and bathroom, freshly painted, two built-in air condition- Hayrides with singer Jim Hossick 6:00pm“Senior Open ers and large corner lot. Close to the Center. $144,900 Space Shuttle Moon Bounce Forum 2003” Free Cider, Popcorn and Doughnuts NEW 7:00pm “Labor Day LISTING 3-F Ridge Road Free Balsa Gliders for the First 500 Kids Parade” Two bedroom block unit with two bathrooms (one full bath Caricature Artist located on first floor) with new refrigerator, new blinds, fenced Dedication of New Footbridge & Trail at 11am 8:30pm “Diamond Alley” yard, freshly painted and on the Library side of town. $114,900 Tree Tour at 11:30am NEW Vehicle Display by City Departments PUBLIC ACCESS LISTING 6-H Hillside Road Dedication of Eleanor Roosevelt Tree on Greenbelt 301-507-6581 Rare Find! Two bedroom BRICK unit with CENTRAL AIR, Community Center Front Lawn at 1pm Wednesday & Friday, new stove, new dishwasher, new washer and dryer, landscaped/ fenced yards, two patios, Pella windows, hardwood floors October 8 & 10 upstairs, and wall-to-wall carpeting in living room. $159,900 Sponsored by the Greenbelt Recreation Department 7:00pm “Y-ME 301-397-2200. NEW UNDER Foundation” LISTING 4-A Southway CONTRACT Three bedroom BRICK END unit with hardwood floors, remodeled kitchen, freshly painted, enclosed porch with three sliding CITY OF GREENBELT ELECTION INFORMATION glass doors, air conditioning unit, and extra large landscaped/ fenced yard. Notice of Election NEW 7852 Lakecrest Drive As required by Section 14 of the City Charter, Greenbelt will hold a regular City Council LISTING election on This lover level, one bedroom condo has wall-to-wall carpeting, central air, sliding glass doors, microwave and more. Move-in Tuesday November 4, 2003 condition. Call for an appointment! Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Anyone residing within the corporate limits of the City of Greenbelt and registered to vote in COMING SOON Prince George’s County may vote in City elections. The last day to register to vote for this GHI – 3 Bedrooms, Frame/END, 2 Full Baths election is Monday, October 6, 2003. If you have questions regarding the upcoming election, please call the City offices at 301- GHI – 3 Bedrooms, Brick/END, Large Addition 474-8000 or use Maryland Relay (711). Demonstration Voting Machine Commission Only - No Extra Fees This year, the City will use the Sequoia AVC Advantage voting machine. A demonstration machine is available on the second floor of the Municipal Building. Come in and try it during Jeannie Smith, GRI business hours, or call the City Clerk at 301-474-8000 to be sure someone will be available when you wish to come in. A sample ballot and brief instructions for voting are available on Quality and Personal Service a flier or on the CityLink Web site at http://www.ci.greenbelt.md.us/sample_ballot.htm. 301-345-1091

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GNR 100203 print.pmd 7 10/2/2003, 1:16 PM Page 8 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, October 2, 2003 SAPP Funds Reduced by Fiscal Problems Due to the current fiscal un- allotted will be placed in contin- POLICE BLOTTER certainties within the 2004 State gency reserve to be made avail- of Maryland budget, ten percent, able for subsequent allotment Based on information released by the Greenbelt Police Department. Dates and times are those or just over $50,000 of the fund- upon notification that fiscal un- when police were first contacted about incidents. ing appropriated for the State certainties for the state have been Robbery white T-shirt and black shorts. False Report Aid for Police Protection Pro- fulfilled. Greenbelt City Manager Springhill Lake Shopping Burglary Roosevelt Center, September gram (SAPP) has been withheld, Michael McLaughlin reported Center, September 20, 12:51 a.m., 7900 block Mandan Road, 20, 6:13 p.m., police responded according to James Bowman of a man advised that he had just September 18, 8:52 p.m., un- to a report of a woman being the Grants Management Unit that “the city had reduced the FY 2004 estimate by $12,000, so left the center when he was ap- known person(s) entered a stor- stabbed. Investigation revealed with the Maryland State Police. the true impact of this news is a proached by three men. One of age room by breaking the door that it was a false report. On The Fiscal Year 2004 funds the men demanded money from lock. A refrigerator and an ex- September 23 a criminal sum- appropriated for SAPP but not further reduction of $38,000.” him. The victim advised that he tension cord were taken. mons was obtained charging a had no money, showing the sus- New Deal Café, September 18, 50-year-old resident man with pects his wallet as proof. The 11:10 p.m., unknown person(s) placing a false report. Podiatry Care first suspect accused the victim entered the Café by breaking out Vandalism of lying, produced a knife and the glass front door. Money was New Deal Café, September 22, stabbed the victim in the back. taken. 9:13 p.m., a man vandalized a In Your Home All three then fled the scene. Greenbelt Video, September table belonging to the Café, Dr. Allen J. Moien The victim was transported to 21, 6:51 a.m., unknown person(s) punching through the table. The the Washington Hospital Center entered the store by breaking out suspect, who fled the scene on A Greenbelt resident, Dr. Moien for treatment of his injuries. The the glass front door. Money was foot, is described as a black makes house calls to patients for suspects are described as a black taken. male with black hair in braids, podiatric (foot) care. Dr. Moien is male, 21 to 27 years of age, 6’ 6900 block Hanover Parkway, wearing a white T-shirt. with a medium build, wearing a September 25, 6:08 p.m., un- Vehicle Crimes board certified and is approved for grey “hoodie” and black pants, a known person(s) broke into a A number of vehicles were Medicare, Medicaid, and most black male, 21 to 27 years of residence by forcing open the stolen and/or vandalized but, due private insurance coverage. age, 5’7” and a black male, 21 front door. Computer equipment to space limitations, they were to 27 years of age, 5’7”. and checks were taken. ommitted from this week's col- Call 301-441-8632 Sexual Assault 6900 block Hanover Parkway, umn. Eight vehicles were recov- to arrange an appointment for 7800 block Mandan Road, September 25, 6:45 p.m., un- ered with no arrests. foot care in your home. September 25, a 15-year-old fe- known person(s) broke into a va- male, advised that sometime in cant residence by forcing open July (the victim is unsure of the the front door. exact date) she was sexually as- Drugs saulted in the rear stairway of an 7200 Hanover Drive, Septem- apartment building. The suspect ber 26, 1:01 a.m., a resident man is described as a black male, was arrested and charged with 5’5”, with black hair, wearing a possession of marijuana. Police Strong like bull. white T-shirt and blue jeans. In- observed him inside Willy K’s vestigation is continuing. Restaurant and Bar and, knowing Assault there was an open arrest warrant Mandan Road and Ora Glen with the Prince George’s County Quick like bunny. Drive, September 25, 11:25 p.m., Sheriff’s Department, placed him a 38-year-old resident man was under arrest. He was then ob- The 2003 ION™sedan has just received the highest safety rating arrested and charged with assault, served handing what turned out from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.* possession of marijuana, posses- to be a quantity of suspected sion of paraphernalia, failure to marijuana to another person prior obey a lawful order and traffic to being placed into custody. violations. Police stopped a ve- The suspect was released to the hicle for a traffic violation. Department of Corrections for a Upon approaching the vehicle hearing before a District Court the officer detected the odor of Commissioner and for service of Driver and Passenger Frontal Impact Safety Rating what she believed to be mari- the warrant. New Car Assessment Program juana. The man stepped from Failure to Obey the vehicle and attempted to 9200 block Springhill Lane, walk away. He then struck the September 22, 1:41 p.m., an 18 officer in the chest and resisted year-old resident man was ar- attempts to place him in custody. rested and charged with failure He was found to be in posses- to obey a lawful order. Police sion of paraphernalia commonly approached several suspicious used to ingest “crack” cocaine. people loitering. One man Located in the vehicle was a placed his hands in his pockets quantity of suspected marijuana. as the officer approached the The suspect was released to the group and refused several orders Department of Corrections for a to take his hands out of his hearing before a District Court pockets. He then picked up a Commissioner. nearby bag and started to walk Indecent Exposure away, shouting profanities. The 6100 block Breezewood officer placed the man under ar- Drive, September 24, 10:03 a.m., rest; two of the other people ran a woman advised that she was from the scene. The suspect was leaving her apartment when she released on citation pending observed a man standing in front trial. of her building. He followed her Open Alcohol † on foot for a short period and Eleanor Roosevelt High 0% APR for 5years then exposed himself to her. School, September 24, 3:26 p.m., for qualified buyers on all new 2003 ION models The woman then went to a resident man was arrested and Beltway Plaza Security Office charged with open alcoholic bev- Standard ION•3 features include: 2.2-liter, DOHC, 140-horsepower engine and called the police. The sus- erage after he was observed on 16-inch alloy wheels • Power windows, door locks and mirrors pect is described as a black male, school property with an open Stereo with CD and cassette player • Air conditioning • Cruise control 25 years of age, 5’7", 150 beer. 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The City of Greenbelt is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply in person at: City of Greenbelt Personnel Office, 25 Crescent Road, Greenbelt; download the Employment Application from our website at *5-star results for the driver and front passenger achieved at NHTSA-designated test facility and awarded www.ci.greenbelt.md.us, or call our job-line at 301-474-1872 to request by NHTSA as part of its New Car Assessment Program. †Monthly payment is $16.67 for every $1,000 required application be mailed to you. financed. Example down payment: 14.7%. Some customers will not qualify. Take delivery by 10/31/03. See retailer for restrictions. ©2003 Saturn Corporation. For more information go to saturn.com.

GNR 100203 print.pmd 8 10/2/2003, 1:16 PM Thursday, October 2, 2003 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 9 City Notes Greenbriar Residents Visit Atlantic City Pink Ribbon Ride Crews were on duty from early In the early morning hours of were distributed to all. A 50/50 briar Community Association, Greenbelt's bike ride for Thursday, September 18, getting Saturday, September 27, 52 raffle was held and $70 was whose hard work as bus leader breast cancer is Saturday, Oct. 4. ready for the onslaught of Hurri- Greenbriar residents boarded a raised for donation to a local was handsomely rewarded at the Registration, on the Community cane Isabel. Sandbags were read- 54-passenger luxury motorcoach charity. slots. Center lawn, begins at 8:30 a.m. ied, trees were trimmed, supplies bound for Caesar’s Casino in At- Lady Luck was at work for The Atlantic City trip was the Rides of 40, 20 and 10 miles purchased and equipment lantic City. Residents munched several Greenbriar residents. second of two casino trips held will head out beginning at 9 checked for preparedness. All on a light breakfast while door Among the winners was Barbara annually by the Greenbriar Com- a.m. A family fun ride of two through Thursday night and into prizes and complimentary gifts Smith, president of the Green- munity Association. miles will circle the lake. Funds Friday afternoon employees raised will be donated to Y-Me. battled wind and heavy rain to move downed trees and debris. Approximately 30 trees came ATLANTA BREAD COMPANY down in the storm. For the majority of the Public helphelp usus raiseraise Works’ employees the week of September 22 was spent in con- CELEBRATE tinued cleanup and hauling of TENTEN HUNDREDHUNDRED CELEBRATE downed trees. In addition, the following work was done: The facilities maintenance WITHWITH crew reset the time clocks THOUSANDTHOUSAND MILLIONMILLION throughout the city after the USUS power was restored and continued painting the exterior of the BOOKS!BOOKS! THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL Springhill Lake Recreation Center. The streets crew, using the As part of our 10th Anniversary Celebration, It's our 10th Anniversary and to show our appreciation loader and backhoe, assisted with Atlanta Bread Company® is giving back to the cleanup of debris from the hurri- community by partnering with Reach Out and for your loyal support, we're going to give you a cane; repaired pot holes and Read® to raise 10,000 books in just 10 days! cleaned storm drains and under- FREE 10th Anniversary passes; and delivered letters to • The books we raise will be delivered residents on Lastner Lane ex- to doctors and nurses in the community Toffee Chocolate Chunk cookie plaining the upcoming repair to teach parents the benefits of reading when you purchase both a fountain drink and work in their area. aloud to their children. The parks crew continued • By building on the relationship between a full ABC Special sandwich! work on the bridge for the walk- doctor and parent, Reach Out and Read ing trail at Schrom Hills Park and FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY helps make literacy a standard part continued work on the new play- of pediatric primary care so that children ground equipment near St. We cater, too! grow to love reading and feel more Hugh’s. prepared to enter school. The special details crew began painting crosswalks on Ridge Road and Crescent Road, replaced numerous signs and poles which Bring your new or gently used were damaged by the storm and books for Kids 0 to 5 to any installed 27 poles for campaign of our Bakery Café locations! signs. On Saturday, September 20, 12 OCTOBER 1-10 volunteers participated in the 5506A Cherrywood La. Greenbelt Lake Cleanup. Ap- Greenbelt, MD 20770 ©2003 Atlanta Bread Com proximately 340 pounds of trash 301-982-93200 and recyclables were removed Mon-Sat. 6:30am-9pm from the lake shoreline. reachoutandread.org Sun. 7am-8pm

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○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ MERCHANDISE big or small. Estimates. 301-731-0115 Videos DVDs RATES FOR SALE – Selmar clarinet, excellent INDEPENDENT CARPET CON- GREENBELT VIDEO for student, $300; Graco double stroller TRACTOR – Call Bill Barber at 301- 301-441-9446 CLASSIFIED: $3.00 $40, Bose speakers $125. 301-345- 860-1881. Always the best for less. minimum for ten words. 6678. 114 Centerway, Roosevelt Center CHILD CARE – Trained teacher with 15¢ for each additional SERVICES Mon-Fri 3-9pm Sat 11am-9pm Sun 12-6pm word. Submit ad with over 14 years child care exp. will pro- payment to the News Re- TRANSFER FILM, SLIDES, PHO- vide quality care in her licensed Special Orders for All Occasions view office by 10 p.m. TOS to VHS or DVD. Tape repair, con- Greenbelt home facility. Opening for We Can Find It Tuesday, or to the News sumer editing. Photos made from vid- 2-5 yrs. old. Helen, 301-982-1061. New Titles Every Week Review drop box in the eotapes, etc. HLM Productions, Inc. Copying Faxing HANDYMAN – Yard, house, mainte- Co-op grocery store be- 301-474-6748. nance, repair, housework, $10-$15 hr. fore 7 p.m. Tuesday, or DECKS POWERWASHED AND Carlile, 301-474-6890. mail to 15 Crescent Rd., SEALED – Lower-level decks, $75. Suite 100, Greenbelt, MD TREES CUT – Hurricane damaged Upper-level decks, $100. Pat, 301-213- trees removed or limbs cut and taken Greenbelt 20770. 3273. BOXED: $8.10 col- away. 301-213-3273 Barber & Stylist umn inch. Minimum 1.5 HOUSEPAINTER/HANDYMAN – REAL ESTATE WANTED Full Hair service for the whole family inches ($12.15). Dead- Hire Eric, a GHI resident. Good sea- Perm • Color line 10 p.m. Monday. son rates on painting, powerwashing, EARN EXTRA INCOME – I need to Highlight • Style NEEDED: Please in- and carpentry. 301-441-2545. Cell, rent a room in Old Greenbelt. Mature Beautician – Specially clude name, phone num- 301-675-1696. male, professional, non-smoker, 4 Open 6 days a week trained through international ber and address with ad nights a week. Leave message at 202- in Roosevelt Center JC LANDSCAPING – 301-794-7339. 283-0537. seminars copy. Ads not consid- Fall flowers, pansies, mums, cabbage, M-F 8:30 am to 7 pm ered accepted until pub- kale. Beds trenched, mulched. Orna- WANTED – 2 or 3 bedroom GHI frame Sat 8 am to 6 pm Barber – 30 years experi- lished. mental shrubs, trees installed. Shrubs, house. Please call 301-313-0567. trees trimmed, pruned. Landscape de- 151-A Centerway ence with all kinds of hair, bris hauled away. Free estimates. REAL ESTATE 301-486-0950 cuts, styling, also shaving. FOR SALE – Beautiful one-bedroom GHI home, end unit, washer/dryer, FOR SALE hardwood floors, gorgeous forest view. Price reduced to $139,900 301-313-0567. 3 Bd. Block, Beautiful Kitchen & Bath HELP WANTED AC, WD, Ceiling fans – walk to Center BARTENDER POSITION – Evenings Call George Cantwell & weekends. Minimum 3 yrs. experi- at 301-490-3763 ence. College Park American Legion 301-982-5899 Post #217, 9218 Baltimore Ave., Col- lege Park, MD 20740. Call for appointment, 301-441-2783 (Gary Kingery). Fax resume, 301-441-8408. If quali- Your Special Spa* fied, can start immediately. • Facial Services Spa Corrective Peels Microdermabrasion This could Hours: Mon.-Tue.1-8pm • Therapeutic Massage be your Wed.-Sat. 9am-8pm Deep Tissue, Reflexology • Body Services Located in the heart of Wraps, Masques, Scrubs ad! Historic Greenbelt • Make-up Services 143 Centerway Individual and Small Group 301-345-1849 • Waxing Services Potpourri *A complete menu is available at www.pleasanttouch.com Anonymous Christian support for hurting people. Old Greenbelt Citgo Questioning personal signi- ficance? Come and meet with 13405 Annapolis Rd. (Rt. 450) at Highbridge Rd. Dave Meadows other Christians who combine 301-262-1313 prayer, scripture, praise and Service Manager real relationships. OUR FAMILY Thursdays - 7:00 to 8:30 PM KEEPS YOU DRIVING! Maryland State Inspections at Greenbelt Baptist Church Oil Changes, Batteries 301-474-0046 Brakes, Shocks, Tires 20 Southway BONDING SALES Exhausts & Tune-Ups Greenbelt, MD PSYCHOTHERAPY 301-262-1313 MD State Lottery 20770 COUNSELING CENTER • Open 24 Hours for Gas and Snacks • • Relationships/Couples 2000 Ford F150 XL • Depression/Anxiety Sport, Tonneau, Auto, • Feel better/Enjoy life Tilt and Cruise – Ginny Hurney, LCSW-C Sharp Off Lease only (301) 595-5135 37K Miles $15,995 HELP for WOMEN and MEN

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Leonard and Holley Wallace ADVERTISING 301-982-0044 YARD SALE – Sat. 10/4, 9 a.m. - 12 YARD SALE – Sat. Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. Realty 1 In Roosevelt Center HELP WANTED p.m. Community-wide, Boxwood Vil- to noon. Clothes/shoes of all sizes, SM RECORDING SECRETARY FOR lage, Ivy & Lastner Lanes, across from household items and children’s clothes/ Your Greenbelt Specialists BOARD OF DIRECTORS – Greenbelt Greenbelt Lake (rain date 10/5). toys. 103 Lakeside Dr., Greenbelt. Since 1986 Housing Cooperative seeking Record- MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE – Sat. ing Secretary to take and transcribe 10/4, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., 104 Greenhill minutes for bi-monthly board meetings. (right off Crescent). Lots of everything! ZEUS ELECTRIC Graduate - Realtor’s Institute Certified Residential Specialist Thursdays 7:30 -10:30 p.m. Audio-re- Furniture, toys, sporting goods, house- cording back up. Two-week turnaround Custom Quality Work Done w/ Pride! hold, office. No job too small. on final draft. Excellent writing skills; Townhome With Large Screened Porch ability to summarize discussion points. RUMMAGE SALE – To raise funds Service work and new homes. Confidentiality important. Send resume for the New Deal Café equipment is set ALL work done by Master Electrician Modern European-styled kitchen with new cabinets and countertops. to [email protected] or mail for Saturday, Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to Insured Lic. #1142 Pr. Geo. Large 11’x17’ master bedroom. Backs to common area. $141,900 to: Attn: HR, Hamilton Place Greenbelt noon. Bring your treasures from 8-10 301-622-6999 MD, 20770. a.m. Questions, call Richard at 202-369- 6837. Watch for future notices. NOTICES Brick Townhome Unique GHI townhome on the library end of town. Many modifications LEARN THE ART OF MOVING Traditional Monuments Cremation and improvements. Large yard and close to Center. Coming Soon!. EASILY! – Awareness Through Move- Funerals Service ment classes help you move more com- fortably, efficiently, and may relieve pain. Five Mondays 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Donald V. Borgwardt Silver Spring starting 10/20 at Greenbelt Arts Center. Funeral Home, P.A. Large brick colonial with 3 full levels. Walkout basement, modern gas $10/class. Call 301-474-7465 for more furnace, 3-season porch, and large fenced yard. $299,900 SOLD information. Family owned and operated YARD SALES 4400 Powder Mill Rd. End Unit GHI Home With GARAGE! MOVING SALE! Sat., Oct. 4, 8:30 Beltsville, Md. 20705-2751 Pre-Need Counseling This duplex townhome has an attached garage, large corner lot and a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lakeside North Apts., (301) 937-1707 By Appointment #446 Ridge Rd., #4, Greenbelt. Every- more. Walking distance to Roosevelt Center. Nice! $152,500 U.C. thing must go for unbelievable prices! Furniture (2 desks, bookcase, 2 tables, Scan chair & more), kitchenware, Hillmeade Station clothes, linens, art prints, camping gear, 3 file cabinets, books, plants and Save Money by Refinancing Parking for more than 9 cars! Garage, parking area and large backyard MUCH MORE! Rain or shine. that overlooks woodlands. Split foyer with 4 br & 3 ba $244,900 SOLD apr New New Car Car Loans Loans 4.5% 4.5% apr $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Used Used Car Car Loans Loans 4.9% 5.5% apr CENTERWAY TAX Fort Washington Nearly 1/2 acre lot is adjacent to parkland. 4-car garage with gravel & ESTATE SERVICE Greenbelt Federal Credit Union 111 Centerway Suite 204 parking area. 3br, 2.5 ba. and separate Iiving area. Just $249,900 Roosevelt Center Roosevelt Center, 112 Centerway Year-Round Service Call for more information. NOTARY Large Corner Lot Regina O’Brien, Enrolled Agent 301-474-5900, www.erols.com/gfcrun This home was completely renovated just 2 years ago. New kitchen, 301-345-0272 apr = annual percentage rate. Rate subject to change without notice. bath, windows, refinished floors, new siding and more! $94,900 U.C. $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ We Need Volunteers 3 Bedrooms With Extra Half-Bath Licensed MHIC to Type Copy! Bonded #7540 This home has been remodeled with an enlarged kitchen and extra cabi- Computer skills are Insured nets and countertops. Bathroom on lower level. $94,900 U.C. particularly welcome, but we'll train. End Unit With Large Corner Lot Tuesday nights Call Mary Lou at HOME REMODELING SPECIALIST This home was originally a 3 bedroom townhome that was converted to 301-441-2662 a 2 bedroom. Fantastic yard that back to woods. $92,900 U.C. Replacement Windows • Siding • Roofing Home & Business Repairs • Florida Rooms • Decks • Painting 2 Bedroom End Unit Improvements Kitchens • Additions • Bathrooms Large, fenced yard that backs to garden area and woodlands. Wide Remodeling-Repairs-Int. & Ext. Painting Bathrooms-Basements-Kitchens BRICK - BLOCK - CONCRETE floorplan with newer appliances. Close to Roosevelt Center. $89,900 Ceramic Tile & Laminated Floors Free Estimates/Town References Pressure Washing-Deck Care-Sheds Wisler Construction “Serving Greenbelt For 30 Years” Greenbriar & Painting Co. Call Dick Gehring 301/441-1246 This 3 bedroom condominium has a balcony that overlooks flowers and Serving Greenbelt since 1991 other beautiful plantings. Ceramic tile floors. $119,900 U.C. 301-345-1261 8303 58th Ave. • Berwyn Heights, MD www.wislerconstruction.com Owner has over 20 years expereince Member of the Better Business Bureau Brick Townhome MHIC40475 Greenbelt Auto & Truck Repair Inc. Just a few steps from Roosevelt Center. This brick townhome has modern appliances, cabinets, countertops and more. Coming Soon! 159 Centerway Road Greenbelt, Maryland 20770 Corner Lot With 2 Additions 301-982-2582 This home has a separate bedroom addition on the main level, and 2 www.greenbeltautoandtruck.com bedrooms upstairs. Includes front storage/laundry area. $89,900 U.C. You know us as JOHN & A.S.E. TAMMY, a household name in Townhome with Screened Porch Greenbelt for over 14 years. Master Certified Technicians This 2 bedroom block GHI home is just steps from Roosevelt Center. We are the experts at cleaning your home and giving you A complete service facility equipped to Large floorplan with 11x17 MBR. Fenced yard & shed. $134,900 U.C. more time. Time for grand- children, children’s recre- perform all service requirements that ation, and each other. Call, your manufacturer recommends to com- let a familiar and trusted 1 Bedroom GHI Home name help you out. ply with Preventive Maintenance service This lower level townhome is perfect for someone seeking 1-level living. We offer : schedules & extended warranty pro- The monthly price is less than apartment rent! $54,900 U.C. –Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly service grams! Also, routine repairs that keep –Spring cleaning any time of the year your vehicles operating safely and reli- Great Home - Great Price –Window cleaning –Help for special occasions ably. Don’t miss your chance to buy a great home in Greenbelt! This 2- –FREE estimates • Now Featuring! • Collision repair damage and stolen recovery repairs. bedroom townhome has a modern kitchen & bath. Just $84,900 U.C. Professionals with the Working with all Insurance estimates. Personal Touch Most estimates are FREE & in a timely order. U.C.=Under contract; seller may consider back-up offers Phone 301-262-5151 A.S.E. Certified Collision Repair Technician

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Disaster Assistance Red Cross Hotline With more than $4.3 million in For Isabel Victims federal and state disaster assistance A 24-hour help line, 1-866- REGISTER to VOTE already reaching families affected 438-4636, is available to anyone by Hurricane Isabel, officials with who needs emergency assistance Greenbelt residents who wish to vote in the upcoming City elections must be the U.S. Department of Homeland in the aftermath of Hurricane registered to vote in Prince George's County. Deadline is Monday, October 6. Security’s Federal Emergency Man- Isabel. This assistance may in- agement Agency (FEMA) and the clude providing those affected Maryland Emergency Management with the means to pay for things Agency continue to urge affected they need most – food, clothing, residents to register for help. In- shelter and emergency medical dividuals may apply for disaster assistance. The Red Cross also assistance by calling FEMA’s provides counseling and referrals ELECTELECTELECT toll-free registration line at 1- to other resources. Spanish- 800-621-FEMA (3362) or TTY speaking operators are available. 1-800-462-7585 seven days a All Red Cross disaster assistance KONRADKONRAD HERLINGHERLING week from 7 a.m. to midnight. is free, made possible by the The deadline to register is No- generosity of the American TO THE vember 18. Registration is nec- people. essary to obtain help. The Di- GREENBELT CITY COUNCIL saster Recovery Center location nearest to Greenbelt is at the So- October is cial and Scientific System Corp., 8757 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring, Peace Month At our best, we are MD 20910. Working together for a Greater Greenbelt

Senior Resource of the Month In 1979, the idea of a cultural arts program was just that. Today, 24 years later, the visual and performing arts have become an essential ingredient of what living in Adult Care Center Greenbelt is all about. From the creation of the Greenbelt Arts Center, which provides by Christal Parker Batey, Community Resource Advocate primarily performing arts programming, to the visual and plastic arts which can be found in our Community Center, citizens young and older can benefit from classes and perfor- A hidden nugget, the Greenbelt Adult Care Center, is a mances. Greenbelt Access Television provides our youth a chance to create delightful, medical day program located in the heart of the city in the internationally recognized animated films, movies are back at the Old Greenbelt Theater, Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent Road. This program offers a supervised and structured day program which and folk music can be heard inside and outside of the New Deal Café. includes transportation, two meals and an afternoon snack, It is clear to me, and, I believe, to Greenbelters in general, that these programs medical oversight by a registered nurse, activities, therapies, a support group, access to a medical social worker, podiatry enrich our quality of life. We are now a city which has not only enjoyed the music of care, trips and college courses offered by Prince George’s “The Nighthawks,” Peter Tork, and Santiago Rodriguez, but has also been the beneficiary Community College. of the writing of Greenbelter Marsha Barrett, and the exciting new film work of Mike The stimulating environment offered by the center focuses McMullin and West Brook. on participants’ strengths and offers age appropriate activities for its clients, who range in age from 45 to 100. Walkers, I am committed to building on our burst of culture, looking to develop greater canes or a wheelchair are not an excuse for not participating coordination between our arts organizations, the business community, and the city so the in the activity programs offered on a daily basis. Socializa- arts can be shared with all of our citizens, and in the process, bring Greenbelters closer tion to avoid isolation, adaptable games and trained and friendly healthcare staff make the Greenbelt Adult Care Center together. a healthcare option located right in our backyard. Currently 75 seniors are enrolled in the Monday-to-Friday program and By authority of Treasurer, Jack Maffay only two participants reside in Greenbelt. The center also has grant funds available which result in minimal daily fees. For more information about the Greenbelt Adult Care Cen- ter or to sign up for a two-day free trial visit call Beverly Long at 301-507-6590. RE-ELECT RODNEY ROBERTS Caregiver Survey TO GREENBELT CITY COUNCIL Respondents Needed November 4

Elect Leta Mach November 4 Lifelong knowledge of Greenbelt Honesty Dedication Building on the Spirit of Greenbelt Enthusiasm …and Expanding the Possibilities Dear Citizens of Greenbelt: Leadership We all want better schools and it is possible to have them. Good schools are essential for a healthy community. Initiative Working together, the city council, the school board, parents, teachers and students can enhance education in the city. The future will bring opportunities to improve education in Greenbelt Common Sense – a key one is the rebuilding of Greenbelt Middle School. I support this and the innovative programs that the city has created in support of education, particularly the School Resource Appreciation of the environment Officer and the programs of the Advisory Committee on Education (ACE). As ACE chair since its creation, I helped For information, suggestions, and contributions: call 301-474-4863, or write to establish the ACE Reading Club, the ACE Tutor Program and the annual ACE Awards, which recognize outstanding Greenbelt Citizens to Re-elect Roberts, P.O. Box 914, Greenbelt, MD 20768-0914 students and educators. As a city council member, I pledge to use my knowledge of school issues for the benefit of Greenbelt.

“Leta understands educational issues. She will be a good advocate for education on the city council.” R e-elect R o b erts – Jose Morales, School Board Representative

Call me at 301-345-8105 or e-mail [email protected] with your ideas, concerns or questions. authority: Yoni Siegel, Treas.

By authority of Alla Lake, Treasurer

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