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Vol. 10, No. 10 Alexandria’s only independent hometown newspaper march 6, 2014 Familiar face tapped as ACPS superintendent

Alvin Crawley can drop a search for the district’s new interim from his title top adminstrator. Crawley previously served By erich wagner as interim superintendent in Prince George’s County, where The Alexandria City School he actively sought to perma- Board revealed last week that nently secure the top job. But he interim Superintendent Alvin bowed out of the running — and Crawley will helm the public resigned — after a shakeup of school district on a permanent that school district’s structure. basis. He also was deputy chief of the Crawley began oversee- District’s special education de- ing Alexandria City Public file photo partment and held various ad- Schools in October, just a few After serving as interim super- ministrative roles within Arling- months after the abrupt retire- intendent for five months, Alvin ton County Public Schools. ment of Morton Sherman, who Crawley is the school board’s ACPS spokeswoman Kelly stepped down only a few days top choice to succeed Morton Alexander said Crawley was Sherman. before classes started. The ill Tuesday and unavailable for board, which received more meeting Thursday. comment before press time. than 50 applications for the po- ACPS spent $22,500 on Despite repeated requests for a sition, is expected to formally the services of consulting firm vote on his appointment at its BWP & Associates to conduct SEE superintendent | 6 Rethinking cat licensing Rarely enforced enforced ordinance regulating According to city code, cat ordinance comes feline companions. owners in the Port City must into question “We’ve actually gotten a buy a one-year license for $10 couple of emails from people or a three-year license for $25. By erich wagner interested in cat licensing,” Joe Seskey, deputy director of Wilson said. the Animal Welfare League of Most local jurisdictions Alexandria, said the penalty photos/Laura Sikes Once the cat got out of the IRELAND’S OWN City Councilor Paul Smedberg (top) waves bag that City Councilor Justin have laws requiring that dog for owning an unlicensed cat is to the crowd lining Old Town’s streets for the annual St. Patrick’s Wilson was combing Alexan- owners get licenses for their a $50 fine. Day Parade on Saturday. Hundreds of revelers descended upon dria’s codes for outdated or un- canines. But of area local gov- Seskey said the shelter rou- Alexandria for the traditional celebration of all things Irish. Among necessary laws, residents start- ernments, only Montgomery tinely issues cat licenses to the participants were members of The O’Neill-James School of ed coming to him with ideas. and Prince George’s counties pet owners and new adopters. Irish Dancing (bottom), who were all smiles as they flitted through the Port City. More photos ON page 8. And more than one had join Alexandria in requiring stumbled across a largely un- cats to be licensed as well. SEE cats | 6

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superintendent from a pool of top candidates and we are thrilled to have FROM | 1 “I’ve made a lot him lead ACPS.” of good friends Crawley hit the ground since moving to Enjoy the Carefree one-on-one interview, the running upon his appointment Times has been unable to reach as interim superintendent, re- the Hermitage.” Crawley since his appointment consolidating the city’s five —John Mutchler Lifestyle You Deserve to the interim superintendent middle schools back into two job last year. — undoing a landmark initia- iscover why many people like you have come “I am unequivocally hon- tive of his predecessor in the to call the Hermitage home—the chance to ored to have this opportunity,” process — and presenting a Dexperience a new lifestyle with an array of services Crawley wrote in a press re- budget proposal to the board. lease. “As superintendent, I But challenges remain. City and amenities. Just ask resident John Mutchler, who plan to continue to be very vis- Manager Rashad Young’s pro- appreciates the freedom from home maintenance ible, responsive and account- posed operating budget for and the opportunity to participate in clubs and social able to all ACPS stakehold- fiscal 2015 only includes an activities. Our residents also rave about our superb ers. We have begun serious, additional $5 million in fund- thoughtful efforts to enhance ing for the district, $2.4 million dining service, our courteous and helpful staff, and an the educational experience for less than Crawley requested. overall feeling of caring and security that comes with our students, and I will work And the embattled Jefferson- living at the Hermitage. tirelessly to continue to move Houston school still faces the this division forward.” possibility of state takeover by You’ll also gain peace of mind knowing that health Board vice chairman Chris Richmond’s Opportunity Edu- care and supportive services are available right here, if Lewis declined to comment cational Institution. you ever need them. on Crawley’s appointment Alexandria PTA Coun- h ahead of Thursday’s vote. cil president Melynda Wil- For more information, call 703-797-3814. Chairwoman Karen Graf cox, though, is upbeat about Call did not return repeated calls for the board’s decision to bring 703-797-3814 comment, but said in a state- Crawley on permanently. to schedule ment that Crawley has been “I’ve been very impressed professional and solutions-ori- with Dr. Crawley in the few a tour of our ented since joining the district. interactions with him that I’ve beautifully “Since Dr. Crawley arrived had,” she said. “I think he will appointed in Alexandria, he impressed have a good rapport with par- apartments. Alexandria, VA us with his calm, collaborative ents, and I am glad that he was h www.Hermitage-Nova.com and positive style while work- present as interim superinten- ing towards solutions that dent at times when the school are best for all our children,” board was making very im- Graf wrote. “Our board unani- portant decisions about future mously selected Dr. Crawley of ACPS.” WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM March 6, 2014 | 7 SOL reform receives passing marks

Bill reducing state her capacity as president of the that balance that’s important.” test frequency heads Alexandria PTA Council, said Lewis believes merely re- to governor most are glad to see the state moving a few year-end tests cut back on comprehensive could make a world of differ- By Erich Wagner standardized tests. ence. “My impression is that “Certainly, we all hear State officials want public most parents are grateful that about how much pressure there school students spending more the state is taking another look is on students and teachers at time learning and less time pre- at the testing schedule, because the end of the year during SOL paring for standardized tests, most parents feel like the pen- time, so the work they’re doing a move that has parents and dulum swung too far in direc- can help relieve some of that.” teachers hopeful. tion of over-testing,” she said. Along with reforming the The House of Delegates SOLs, the General Assembly last week approved a bill by agreed to delay implementa- file photo The biggest Reducing the number of state-mandated tests gives teachers more Delegate Rob Krupicka (D- tion of an A through F grading problem of classroom time to work with students and focus on individual 45) reducing the number of system for all public schools achievement, argues Delegate Rob Krupicka. times students in the third over-testing is that for at least another year, said through eighth grades take the it’s taking away from Krupicka. Critics of the pro- argued the system oversimpli- schools by student wealth than state Standards of Learning teachers’ ability to teach posal, enacted by former Gov. fied school assessment data progress on academic bench- tests from 22 to 17. The mea- content more deeply. Bob McDonnell (R) last year, and would more likely grade marks. sure now heads to Gov. Terry [The new testing model] McAuliffe’s (D) desk. gives them time to do Krupicka, a former mem- individual instruction ber of the state Board of Edu- and use more creative cation, said the measure lets projects to make school teachers spend class time pre- viously devoted to test prepa- more interesting and ration for more individualized help students to truly instruction. understand the content.” “I think the biggest thing - Delegate Rob Krupicka that SOL reform does is it frees up classroom time so teachers can do more creative instruc- “Where the equilibrium is, I tion, instead of simply drilling don’t know; I’m not an expert students for high-stakes tests,” in that field. But I do think par- he said. “That makes school ents are grateful for the state more fun for students, and my taking a look at this.” personal view is that it leads to Alexandria City School better results academically.” Board vice chairman Chris- Instead of statewide tests topher Lewis said that while that often focus on multiple- the school board supported the choice questions, Krupicka reduction in SOL exams, it is Had difficulties hearing said schools could develop al- important to differentiate stan- ternative assessments that bet- dardized, end-of-year assess- over holidays? ter judge students’ academic ments from the internal testing Frustrated & had enough? abilities. the district conducts through- “The biggest problem of out the year to track student Make 2014 the over-testing is that it’s taking progress. year you can hear with away from teachers’ ability to “Having data on students teach content more deeply,” he regularly throughout the Cosmetic Hearing Solutions! said. “[The new testing model] school year is extremely help- gives them time to do individu- ful when you’re trying to meet Call Cosmetic Hearing Solutions today al instruction and use more cre- the individualized needs of each student,” Lewis said. “It 571-312-7345 ative projects to make school Most Major Medical Insurance Accepted more interesting and help stu- can also be helpful in differen- dents to truly understand the tiating instruction in the class- content.” room, since there are students 424 S. Washington St., Alexandria, VA Melynda Wilcox, who at different instruction levels cosmetichearingsolutions.com spoke as a parent rather than in within each class. It’s finding 8 | MARCH 6, 2014 ALEXANDRIA TIMES

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‘Next Fall’ examines cater waiter, and Adam — once human relationships an aspiring writer — is wal- with a heavy dose of humor lowing in a midlife crisis at a dead-end job at his friend Hol- By Jordan wright ly’s candle shop. Though they have opposing views (Luke When Luke (Frederick prays after sex while Adam is a Dechow) and Adam (Richard dyed-in-the-wool atheist) they Isaacs) meet at a rooftop party move in together. in New York City they click Adam feels all the end- despite their differences. of-the-world stuff and the Luke is a young actor and who’s-going-to-heaven and

Photo/michael deblois Despite vastly different outlooks on life, Luke (Frederick Dechow) and Adam (Richard Isaacs) fall deeply in love. But their relationship gets complicated after a tragic accident, which forces Adam to deal with Luke’s homophobic parents. who’s-going-to-hell routine is who are unaware their son is lieve in a gay relationship. It is “a bit Vegas,” until Luke has gay. From there, the action a piece that addresses familiar a life-threatening accident. His shifts back and forth from the themes of faith, commitment condition forces Adam to ac- men’s Bleeker Street apart- and love. count for Luke’s religious phi- ment, where the their relation- The actors in this provoca- losophy. And deal with Luke’s ship strengthens despite their tive production are in sync with homophobic parents. differences, to the hospital their characters throughout. Geoffrey Nauffts’ comic where Adam must hide their Dechow plays Luke with sub- drama “Next Fall,” which was love from Luke’s parents. tlety and restraint while Isaacs first brought to Broadway in Employing a clever tech- gives Adam an endearingly de- 2010 by producers Elton John nique, director Rob Batarla risive quality using a vast reper- and David Furnish, examines takes us through the 13 scene toire of facial expressions. Mar- the opposing forces of conflict changes — from hospital to tin imbues Holly with charm and sacrifice within a relation- apartment and back — using and verve. Whitehurst and ship using a script filled with projections of grainy black and Nichols-Grimes, well known wry wit, a steady stream of fun- white photographs of the men in the local theater community, ny lines and deadpan sarcasm. throughout their five-year rela- embody characters that reveal The play opens in a hospital tionship. depth as well as empathy. waiting room, where Brandon There are awkward ex- (Andy De), Holly (Suzanne changes between Arlene and Martin), Arlene (Gayle Nich- Adam, as when she surprises “Next Fall” runs through ols-Grimes), Butch (Cal White- him by confessing her fears March 15 at Port City hurst) and Adam await news of and not very pristine past. Playhouse at The Lab at Luke’s condition. Meanwhile, Adam struggles to Convergence, 1819 N. Quaker Adam has to figure out how comprehend Brandon, Luke’s Lane, Alexandria. For tickets to deal with Arlene and Butch, former boyfriend, who prac- and information, visit Luke’s homophobic parents, tices gay sex, but doesn’t be- www.portcityplayhouse.org. WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM March 6, 2014 | 13

SWEATER SURGERY WITH March 30. tone and sometimes-quirky approach, Bass performing devotional songs by Calendar CAROL FELLER This class with Time: 7 to 10 p.m. Campbell has made a musical niche for 16th-century English composer John knitting designer Carol Feller will give Location: Del Ray Artisans, 2704 herself, telling stories that explore the Dowland. knitters the skills to tweak their garment Mount Vernon Ave. complex topics of race, religion, history Time: 7 p.m. so that they love the end result. The Information: www.thedelrayartisans. and human relationships. Tickets are Location: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, To have your event workshop costs $60. org $18 general and $15 in advance. 228 S. Pitt St. Time: 3 to 6 p.m. Time: 7 p.m. Information: Contact Grant Hellmers considered for our Location: fibre space, 1219 King St. March 8 Location: St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church, at 703-549-3312 or grant@stpaulsalex- Information: 703-664-0344 or www. 8531 Riverside Road andria.com calendar listings, fibrespace.com OLD TOWN FARMERS MARKET Information: 703-501-6061 or www. please email The market includes local dairy, fish, focusmusic.org SEE calendar | 15 The complications of falling in love fruits and vegetables. There is free park- PAWS TO READ — KIDS READ [email protected]. TO DOGS Kids, in first through sixth ing in the garage during market hours. ALEXANDRIA CHORAL SOCI- grades, can sign up for a 15-minute slot Time: 7 a.m. ETY’S FUNDRAISING GALA to read to a pal. The event is free. Location: Market Square, 301 King St. Come join the Alexandria Choral Society A Salute to the American Voice Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Information: 703-746-3200 for an elegant evening as it performs Now to March 23 Location: Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Dvorak’s “Mass in D Major,” followed Library, 5005 Duke St. IMPROVING FAMILY CON- by a champagne reception and silent OCCUPIED CITY: LIFE IN CIVIL Information: 703-746-1702x5 VERSATIONS ABOUT AGING auction featuring offerings from local ar- WAR ALEXANDRIA EXHIBITION ISSUES Jeannette Twomey and Cheryl tisans and businesses. Tickets are $25 This exhibition examines life in an Ameri- RECEPTION: 15TH BIENNIAL Beversdorf will provide strategies to for adults, $15 for seniors and members can town seized and held by its federal IKEBANA SHOW Art and nature family members who need to discuss of the military, and $10 for students. government, following Virginia’s decision come together as The Art League tough aging issues, such as driving, Time: 8 p.m. to secede from the Union in May 1861. welcomes back the Washington, D.C., living independently, personal hygiene, Location: Convergence, 1801 N. Explore the experiences of Alexandrians branch of The Sogestu School for the financial management and health care. Quaker Lane and others who lived here during this 15th Biennial Ikebana Show. Recognized This dynamic presentation by specialists Information: www.alexandriachoral- tumultuous time through their words, as as a sculptural form of art, ikebana, the in the field of elder mediation will offer society.org well as period photographs and collec- art of Japanese flower arranging, has tips and live re-enactments to help take tions items. Suggested admission is $2. more than 300 schools of thought. The the argument out of sibling and intergen- March 9 Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday reception includes a performance by the erational conversations. through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Washington Toho Koto Ensemble. This Time: 10:30 a.m. to noon CIVIL WAR SUNDAY Explore the Sunday popular exhibit runs through March 9. Location: Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Civil War in Alexandria with Civil War We’re all just trying to get along. Location: The Lyceum, 201 S. Wash- Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Library, 5005 Duke St. Sundays, a showcase of an original May ington St. Location: The Art League Gallery, 105 Information: 703-746-1702 or www. 26, 1861, edition New York Tribune Information: 703-746-4994 or www. N. Union St. alexandria.lib.va.us detailing Col. Elmer Ellsworth’s death in alexandriahistory.org Information: 703-683-1780 or www. Alexandria; a Peeps diorama illustrat- theartleague.org SWORDSMEN’S RENDEZVOUS ing Ellsworth’s death; a TimeTravelers Now to June 30 Come visit Gadsby’s Tavern Museum for Passport exhibit featuring the Civil War March 7 a unique living history program about drummer boy; a diorama of a heating BEYOND THE BATTLEFIELD swordplay. The programs will include a system constructed in Alexandria to written by Geoffrey Nauffts EXHIBITION From 1862 to 1865, the BEYOND THE RAGLAN WITH re-enactment of 18th-century swordplay warm Civil War hospital tents during the directed by Rob Batarla produced by Carol Strachan Lee-Fendall House served as a Union CAROL FELLER This exciting class and a display and discussion of 18th- winter of 1861; a cocked-and-loaded hospital under the direction of chief sur- with knitting designer Carol Feller will century weapons. The popular family Wickham musket discarded in a privy This contemporary love story geon Edwin Bentley during the occupa- explore the basics of seamless knitting event is suitable for all ages and will during the 1860s; and an exhibit on the about a New York couple, Adam tion of Alexandria. The exhibit will be set and moves beyond. Learn how to take include some audience participation. Lee Street site during the Civil War. The and Luke, brings home the up as a hospital room with medicines on accurate measurements of your body Tickets are $6 for ages 5 and older. event is free. old-fashioned notion of opposites display. An intricate diorama of miniature and use them to get a perfectly fitted Time: Noon to 4 p.m. Time: 1 to 5 p.m. attracting. Next Fall received a figures will depict how wounded soldiers sweater. The workshop costs $100. Location: Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, Location: Alexandria Archaeology 2010 Outer Critics Circle Award were transported from the battlefield to Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 134 N. Royal St. Museum, 105 N. Union St. as Best New American Play and a Information: house hospitals. Location: fibre space, 1219 King St. Information: 703-746-4242 or www. 703-746-4399 Tony Award nomination for Best Play. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday Information: 703-664-0344 or www. gadsbystavern.org through Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. fibrespace.com WINTER WARMER TEAS Come Sunday HER STORY: GIRL SCOUT PRO- sip a special blend of tea from Gadsby’s Location: The Lee-Fendall House, 614 FEARLESS CABLE KNITTING GRAM Come celebrate women and Tavern Museum and eat period-inspired Oronoco St. AND CHART READING WITH learn about issues important to women delicacies, sweet and savory, with Information: 703-548-1789 or www. CAROL FELLER Do knitting charts and girls in the community at this special friends. Tickets are $35, and reserva- leefendallhouse.org make you uncomfortable? This class event. Girl Scout members will participate tions are required. with knitting designer Carol Feller will in hands-on activities and a service Time: 3 to 4:30 p.m. Now to August 31 work you though chart and cable basics project, and they also will learn about pro- Location: Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 7, 8, 11, 14, 15 • grams helping women in the community. 134 N. Royal St. until you feel like a pro. The workshop 8pm | Mar. 8 & 15 • 2pm SIT DOWN AND TAKE A STAND: costs $60. This program is geared toward Girl Scout Information: 703-746-4242 or www. THE SAMUEL W. TUCKER Time: 6 to 9 p.m. members, ages 6 and older. gadsbystavern.org 1819 N. Quaker Lane, Alexandria EXHIBITION This new exhibition Location: fibre space, 1219 King St. Time: 3 to 4:10 p.m. At the corner of Crestwood focuses on the life of famed civil rights Information: 703-664-0344 or www. Location: The Lyceum Museum, 201 CHORAL EVENSONG The St. Drive and N. Quaker Lane attorney Samuel Wilbert Tucker and the fibrespace.com S. Washington St. Paul’s Episcopal Church adult choir, Purchase tickets online historic 1939 sit-in at a city library. This under the direction of Grant Hellmers, Information: 703-746-4994 Recommended for age 15 and above. exhibition is free. ELLOUISE SCHOETTLER: ‘SEC- KATE CAMPBELL Focus Music will present a choral evensong. This will Contains strong language/mature themes. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday OND HAND ROSE’ Ellouise Schoet- will present country/folk singer Kate be preceded by mezzo soprano Bar- through Saturday tler calls herself an “old-time southern Campbell. With her compassionate bara Hollinshead and lutenist Howard portcityplayhouse.org Location: Alexandria Black History storyteller,” telling stories just like those Museum, 902 Wythe St. she grew up listening to in her native Information: 703-746-4356 or www. North Carolina. The event costs $10. alexandriava.gov/blackhistory Time: 7 p.m. Location: The Athenaeum, 201 Prince The Little Theatre of Alexandria presents March 6 St. Information: 703-548-0035 or nvfaa. KNITTING SHORT ROWS WITH In-Home Tutoring org Proof 3/8 - 3/29 CAROL FELLER This popular class Old Town•Mount Vernon•Belle View shows students several different ways This drama focuses on Catherine, a young woman OPENING RECEPTION: POR- who spent years caring for her mentally-ill but brilliant High School & College Admissions of creating short rows until they find the TRAITS OF POP CULTURE Advanced Placement (AP) mathematician father. After his death, Catherine is forced method that perfectly suits them. The Before Leonardo da Vinci and after Academic Success to examine her choices and explore her own mathematical workshop costs $60. Andy Warhol, artists illustrated famous Exam Preparation brilliance. Are mathematical proofs in her future? Or will Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. people. Come see artist interpretations Essay Writing the same mental illness that plagued her father prevent Location: fibre space, 1219 King St. of pop culture, featuring compelling Information: 703-664-0344 or www. cartoons, lampoons and caricatures of Catherine from proving her abilities as well? EvelynTutoring.com fibrespace.com celebrities, politicians, pundits and other 202.684.5591 pop figures. The exhibit runs through 600 Wolfe St, Alexandria • 703-683-0496 • www.thelittletheatre.com 14 | MARCH 6, 2014 ALEXANDRIA TIMES pet matters Let’s put an end to puppy mills

Puppy mills and similar organization right now. Many animal breeding operations rescued pets are pure breeds By purchasing are just plain wrong. They are and popular designer mixes. animals, many a disgusting way to earn a liv- Most are healthy and make consumers inadvertently ing and a despicable business ideal companions. They range to support. from puppies to support puppy mills or These operations seniors, and they similar operations and not only are breed- often are house- end up with a pet that ing grounds for broken and well is very sick, chronically misery, sickness and behaved. And ill or destined for a abuse, but they also too many are cost pet parents a euthanized each short life because of the great deal of money year as a result of poor breeding practices and heartbreak each limited resources that are common in year. and serious over- this loosely regulated Ask me, and I’ll population. By Isabel Alvarez industry.” encourage you to Neverthe- make pet adoption your first less, there are those who re- option. Considering adoption fuse to consider an adopted pet ly ill or destined for a short life is the most reasonable and and insist — for reasons that because of the poor breeding responsible thing to do when I cannot comprehend — that practices that are common in searching for a new friend. they want to buy their pet. But this loosely regulated industry. Whether you’re looking for this opens them up to many While Virginia boasts some a specific breed, size or just risks. of the strongest laws against have a particular requirement By purchasing animals, such irresponsible breeding of the newest addition to your many consumers inadvertently practices, pet dealers still find household, a perfect match is support puppy mills or similar ways to bring puppy mill pups probably in the care of a lo- operations and end up with a cal animal shelter or rescue pet that is very sick, chronical- SEE puppy mills | 15

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GENEALOGY DISCUSSION SENIOR SCAMS AND FRAUD com or Katherine Rand at katherine@ GROUP Do you know your roots? Fairfax County crime prevention officer katherinerand.com Come attend this meeting of the geneal- Greg Kotteman will present a program ogy discussion group. on senior scams and frauds. The event OPENING RECEPTION — WOM- Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. is free. EN LEGENDS OF ALEXANDRIA: Location: Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Time: 11 a.m. 2007-2013 Prudential PenFed Realty Library, 5005 Duke St. Location: Hollin Hall Senior Center, is pleased to announce that, in honor Information: 703-746-1702 or www. 1500 Shenandoah Road of Women’s History Month, it will host alexandria.lib.va.us Information: 703-765-4573 an exhibition of women portraits from the Living Legends of Alexandria project, AUTHOR TALK WITH MELA- OPENING RECEPTION: THE with selected works from the Del Ray NIE HOWARD AND ANDREA COCOON SERIES Photographer Artisans. The exhibition runs through LEIDOLF Join local authors Melanie E.E. McCollum artfully captures and June 27. Howard and Andrea Leidolf for a book transforms the human figure by using Time: 6 to 8 p.m. discussion and signing of their novel, nylon tubing to encase the body. This ADOPTABLE PET OF THE WEEK Location: Prudential PenFed Realty, “Queen of the Court.” series of black-and-white photographs, 300 N. Washington St. Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. on display through April 7, is mesmer- Information: 703-836-1464 Location: Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central izing and thought provoking. Library, 5005 Duke St. Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m. FACELESS WOMEN: WOMEN Information: 703-746-1702 or www. Location: The Art League, 105 N. OF THE CLASSICAL WORLD alexandria.lib.va.us Union St LECTURE Come celebrate Women’s Information: 703-683-1780 or www. History Month by learning about women LECTURE: RECIPES AND VES- theartleague.org of the Celts, Celtiberians, Etruscans, Ger- SELS Celebrate the 10th anniversary mans, Greeks and Romans. Historian of the Great Rum Punch Challenge by TOAST TO FASHION The Junior Lauren Hammerson will talk about what learning more about rum. Come attend Friends of The Campagna Center will women could achieve and what their this special lecture about rum punch host the 15th annual Toast to Fashion. societal limitations were. The lecture recipes and vessels by Dan Searing, The event combines a fashion show, is free. author of “The Punch Bowl.” The event marketplace, raffle and cocktail Time: 7 p.m. costs $12. reception. Proceeds from the event Location: The Athenaeum, 201 Prince Time: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. will generate much-needed support for St. Location: Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, many of the programs operated by The Information: 703-548-0035 or nvfaa. 134 N. Royal St. Campagna Center. org Information: shop.alexandriava.gov/ Time: 6:30 to 10 p.m. events.aspx Location: Belle Haven Country Club, March 12 6023 Fort Hunt Road LEO KOTTKE The acoustic guitarist Information: www.campagnacenter. RECREATION AND CULTURAL has released more than 20 studio al- org ACTIVITIES FOR ALEXAN- bums and is known for his finger-picking DRIA’S SENIORS At this interactive style. Leo Kottke’s last album was a col- SECOND THURSDAY MUSIC: session, participants will enjoy free laboration recording with Mike Gordon MICHELE MURRAY AND BUCK ~ Are You My Person? ~ exercise and activity demonstrations as called “Sixty Six Steps.” Tickets are $35. STONE The Northern Virginia Fine well as learn about the many activities, Time: 7:30 p.m. Arts Association and the Songwriters’ Now that Mae is a year old, she is ready for a home of her classes and programs available for the Location: The Birchmere, 3701 Mount Association of Washington will present own. Her sweet disposition matches her charming good Second Thursday Music with Michelle looks. Mae is part Walker Hound; part Love Bug. Might yours be the new home for Mae? puppy mills this legislation is akin to the I’m hopeful that Bailey’s FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE ADOPTABLE Lemon Law of the automo- Law and similar legislation PETS OF ALEXANDRIA, PLEASE VISIT FROM | 14 tive industry. Bailey’s Law will continue to be enacted and www.ALEXANDRIANAIMALS.ORg. 703-746-4774. will crack down on inhumane actively enforced. I genuinely and volume-bred animals into breeding by keeping the pur- believe that welcoming a new THANk yOU the state. Whether you’re buy- chasing process transparent. It pet into a home should be a ing directly from a breeder or also safeguards the animal and joyous occasion, not one that The Alexandria Animal Shelter’s Pet of the from a pet shop, chances are its family once the purchase is causes distress, disappoint- Week is sponsored by Diann Hicks, finding you are purchasing an animal complete. These measures in- ment or distrust. homes for pets and humans, alike. bred in inhumane conditions. clude requiring more detailed But it’s hard for me to www.diannhicks.com For this reason, state of- breeding details and reim- imagine acquiring a pet out- ficials are considering a piece bursements for veterinary and side of the rescue networks of legislation popularly known medical care resulting from that I so very much support as Bailey’s Law. Put simply, poor breeding practices. and respect. 16 | MARCH 6, 2014 ALEXANDRIA TIMES At Home Textiles enter the digital era

By Elaine Markoutsas room’s palette, even a particular them, and, of course, wear paint color to match. Textiles, them. Like a piece of furniture, by their hand or shimmer, can And it’s that intersection fabric can sit quietly in a room, totally dictate mood. A cash- of fashion and furnishings that barely noticed. Or it can light up mere, silk or velvet suggests we’re seeing more and more. the space, pulling the eye like a lushness and elegance. Chenille From runways to living rooms, magnet to a vibrant color or dis- and linen present a more casual, the influences of graphics, pat- tinctive pattern. sporty vibe, even though these, terns and even styles are trans- It’s the softer side of interi- too, can also be considered lated. A bold geometric suggests ors — literally one that takes the dress-up. In combination, they sassy, assertive and sometimes edge off strong architecture or can be most dynamic, as foils to retro design. A painterly floral Photo/Black Edition, Romo furniture. Fabric panels frame one another: supple to textural, gives a romantic note. A photo British artist Jessica Zoob, who describes herself as a contemporary windows in a flowing or tai- shiny to matte. realistic graphic provides an ur- impressionist, teamed up with Romo’s Black Edition division to cre- We sort of take textiles for ban vibe. ate a painterly collection of digitally printed fabrics. Her imaginative lored way that quietly comple- use of texture and color is emotionally charged and translates easily ments. For many designers, the granted. We sit on them, sleep to fabric. One of her most celebrated works is Passion, a series of colors in a pattern can launch a on them, dry ourselves off with SEE textiles | 17 six paintings that reflect the seasons of a love affair. HOME OF THE WEEK Spacious executive home in desirable Vauxcleuse neighborhood

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textiles Frankfurt, where you’ll see thousands of fabrics, wallcover- FROM | 16 ings, bedding and home textiles While color often gets top — and even the artwork that play in the news (Pantone’s inspires them. At Paris Deco color of the year, in case you Off, just a week later this past haven’t heard, is radiant or- January, high-end showrooms chid), what’s happening in tex- on both the Left Bank and Right tile design usually is celebrated Bank of the Seine host retailers as part of the story of a room’s and designers to show off their interior, sometimes the footnote newest lines, concurrent with to a fashion collection. But it Maison & Objet, a major home- can easily be the star. design exposition. What’s trending globally If one chord was struck re- actually starts to unfold at two peatedly at both events, it was major international shows in the influence of technology, January in Europe: Frankfurt, particularly digital, on design. Germany is host to Heimtextil, Imagine the photorealism pos- a trade show hosted by Messe SEE textiles | 21 18 | MARCH 6, 2014 ALEXANDRIA TIMES

Our View It’s time for a systematic code cleanup Opinion

City Councilor Justin Wilson’s recent campaign to “Where the press is free and every man is able to read, all is safe.” free Alexandria’s books of useless and outdated laws is - Thomas Jefferson a great public service. Many sections of our city code re- main laws in name only, their original purposes no longer relevant today for a variety of reasons. While Wilson’s efforts are commendable, we hope that this book-cleaning effort is done using an objective set of criteria rather than all willy-nilly. Just as legislation by anecdote is a bad way to make laws, removing them using a “well that’s stupid” methodology is a less than optimal way to clean the books. In an effort to spark a discussion about what those ob- jective criteria might be, we offer the following sugges- tions. We think a law should come off the books if: 1) The reason for the initial ordinance no longer ex- ists. Hypothetical restrictions on, say, a horse and buggy obviously would not be relevant in modern-day Alexan- dria. Anti-sodomy laws are not relevant anywhere.

2) The law seeks to remedy a situation that is already covered by other measures — that is, it’s redundant. An example of this would be Alexandria’s rule that limits households to four cats or six pets total. This ordinance was a reaction to “cat lady” situations, where mentally Your Views ill people hoard dozens of pets. This type of situation is covered by sanitation code.

3) The law is realistically unenforceable. This would What the foot of King Street really also apply to the four cat/six pet rule, as well as cat licens- ing. Unless, that is, the city decides to hire a cat enforcer needs is another boat launch to peek in windows and slink though the city’s alleyways counting kitties. To the editor: • Club leadership convinc- launched, creating a captive I had the opportunity to ingly complained that a boat- audience to Alexandria’s liv- 4) The law is an unnecessary or arbitrary burden on participate in a waterfront plan ing organization without a boat ing maritime heritage, which city residents. The rule that makes it a towable violation exercise at a recent Old Town launch isn’t a boat club. So would have to make way when to leave a car parked for three days in front of one’s home Civic Association meeting. now it would have one beside a boat arrives. falls in to this category. Both the limited number of days I am not impressed with it, on its land and leased long- • Arrangements could be and the randomness of enforcement make this law a nox- the skating rink and water term to the city, which also made with nearby garages to squirt idea at the foot of King would allow the general public house motor vehicles while ious burden. Street. There’s a whole river to launch boats. folks are boating, so a tempo- We have been impressed with Wilson’s work as well filled with water in front of • The straight shot down rary tie-up dock would need as the suggestions from several residents who recently everybody; the last thing that King Street (with only a to be associated with the boat pitched in and researched city laws. This seems to be a folks need is little jets squirt- backup turnaround in the unit launch. perfect situation for an ad hoc committee, headed by Wil- ing water. Similarly, a skating block) would obviate many This is a real compromise, son and comprised of interested Alexandrians, to comb rink adds little to a prime focal tight turns and free up Wales which would create the most the city code for laws that need to go. point. Alley for City Hall’s intended winners and the fewest losers If laws are eliminated using a set of objective criteria Instead, I would like to sug- use as an outdoor dining space in the various matters of con- after a systematic review of all city ordinances, there will gest that the location be made for Virtue Feed & Grain. tention about the waterfront be little room for complaint. As we approach the start of into a public boat launch right • The boat launch surface plan. beside the Old Dominion Boat could have features allowing spring, it appears some cleaning is in order. Club building. Consider the it to be used as active open - Dino Drudi following advantages: space when boats are not being Alexandria WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM March 6, 2014 | 19

ACTion Alexandria is committed to fostering civic engagement Move Along with Jonathan Krall To the editor: accessible platform for shar- As an online forum for ing ideas and taking civic ac- civic engagement, ACTion tion. From collecting desks Decision on bike lanes is in city council’s hands Alexandria, an initiative of and books for donation to ACT for Alexandria, was supporting ideas for making At its February 24 hear- jacent Park Road and Carl- street, both of which have excited to be included in the Alexandria greener, we are ing, the city’s traffic and park- isle Drive. Studies have been been shown to reduce traffic What’s Next, Alexandria pro- committed to local civic en- ing board voted 5-2 to recom- conducted to determine how speeds and collision rates. cess. In the past year, ACTion gagement, including gather- mend another delay for the often those parking spots This last point seems to has worked with the city to ing feedback for public poli- King Street bike lane and pe- are used. According to Rich be a bone of contention and gather feedback for the civic cy. As we continue to partner destrian improvements proj- Baier, director of the city’s is, perhaps, the plan’s most engagement handbook. With with the city to promote com- ect. The board reconsidered transportation and environ- important feature. Studies the handbook officially ad- munity discussion, ACTion this project as the first step mental services department, show that pedestrian fatality opted, ACTion is looking will look to the civic engage- in an appeals process spelled an average of three — and a rates increase rapidly with forward to working with City ment handbook as a guide for out by Deputy City Attorney maximum of six — automo- automobile speed, from 10 Hall and residents to apply the public feedback process. Chris Spera at the beginning biles were spotted in those 37 percent at 20 mph to 90 per- the principles outlined in the of the hearing. spaces (the data is on the proj- cent at 40 mph. document. - Kerrin Epstein Most attendees spoke in ect website). Baier, his staff, and many ACTion offers an easily ACT for Alexandria favor of the plan, including Further, all of the affected supporters of the plan de- several residents who live in residences have off-street scribed the traffic calming the immediate area. The op- parking. In fact, residents effect of narrow traffic lanes position, comprised primar- have testified that they avoid and bike lanes. Transportation ily of nearby homeowners, parking on this street because planner Carrie Sanders stated We should welcome remains adamant. Though of aggressive drivers and the that bike lanes increase cy- government meetings have risk of automobile accidents. cling and drivers respond by change with open arms a reputation for being dull, According to Baier, there slowing down. Baier pointed Scott Barstown, chairman have been 30 such crashes in out that this is a well-estab- To the editor: will continue with thoughtful of the environmental policy the past five years. lished result. Not all of us fear change or planning that incorporates the commission, added a moment After more than 10 public Those opposing the plan the future growth and devel- latest technology and respects of drama when he testified hearings for the project, near- argued that traffic could not opment of Old Town. Not all our culture and history. And in favor of the plan. At his ly every question about this be expected to slow down. of us fear affordable homes, that requires participation prompting, other commis- effort has been answered. One critic said that inviting mixed-income neighborhoods from residents and an affirma- sioners in attendance stood up Can we retain parking more cyclists onto the streets or our young households. Not tive effort by our planning de- in solidarity. spots and still have a single might indeed slow traffic by all of us fear vibrancy and partment to engage all of our The project in question, bike lane on the uphill side? frightening drivers, but went youth. communities. which has been twice modi- The roadway isn’t wide on to say that frightening We are comfortable that While a few may remain fied to address residents’ enough. drivers is unacceptable. Sid- our city government, our city dissatisfied, no one can com- concerns, would improve pe- Should bicycles be routed ing with opponents, traffic councilors and our planning plain honestly that their voic- destrian and bicycle safety be- elsewhere? Doing so doesn’t and parking board vice chair- department can, and will, es were not heard. We have tween the King Street Metro solve the other safety prob- man Larry Ruggiero offered a manage our infrastructure heard it, now let’s embrace station and neighborhoods to lems. motion to shelve the plan be- and quality of life as we ab- our bright and vibrant future the west. Bicycle lanes would Are the redesigned cause “it is unsafe.” sorb young people, expand through continued partnership run between Russell Road and 10-and-a-half-foot traffic This issue will now go to our economy and enlarge with our government, diverse Highland Place, replacing on- lanes too narrow for buses our city councilors, who are our job base, housing stock communities, business com- street parking along that steep or fire trucks? A DASH presented with a stark ques- and — most especially — our munity, and our cultural and hill. As a result of an October representative testified that tion: Can modern street de- amenities. In fact, thoughtful historical heritage. 30 concession to residents, such lanes are common in sign slow down traffic? Must planning has been proven to Frankly, I look forward parking spots would be saved Alexandria. we instead resort to a constant reduce car traffic by encour- to walking to the waterfront in the relatively flat segment According to Baier, the (and expensive) police pres- aging walking and bicycling with my dog and enjoying our between Highland Place and project improves safety by ence, as a few at the hearing while expanding mass transit new shoreline while greeting Janneys Lane. At this point adding a buffer — the bike suggested? The city council infrastructure, like the forth- our guests from all over the dedicated bike lanes would lanes — between cars and pe- is scheduled to complete the coming dedicated bus lanes world, people who visit and give way to sharrow mark- destrians, and by separating appeal process on March 15, along Route 1. fall in love with Old Town. ings and cyclists would be ex- bicycles from other traffic on with a public hearing and a The unique story of Alex- I also anticipate welcoming pected to merge with traffic. the hill. The project also will final vote. andria — a center of private new residents as they join this Overall, the plan calls for improve safety for motor- commerce, competent and grand community. removing 27 of the 37 spaces ists, first by narrowing traffic The writer is an advocate creative government, mixed- on King Street. It also adds lanes and then by increasing for bicyclists and income housing, diversity, - Bob Kaufman three parking spaces on ad- the number of cyclists on the pedestrians in Alexandria. art and great restaurants — Alexandria 20 | MARCH 6, 2014 ALEXANDRIA TIMES

OUT OF THE ATTIC From the web Denise Dunbar Publisher In response to [email protected] The first lady of Alexandria “Knowing when to step Derrick Perkins n celebration of Women’s History away,” February 27: Editor-in-Chief [email protected] Month, Out of the Attic will — in the I coming weeks — focus on the signif- Edmund writes: Kristen Essex icant women who called Alexandria home. This is one of the many [decisions Associate Publisher And perhaps one of the most remarkable made by former Superintendent Mor- [email protected] was Elizabeth Ann Bloomer Ford, better ton Sherman] that the school board known as “Betty,” who was first lady from and the new superintendent must Patrice V. Culligan 1974 to 1977. undo. A Google search by the previ- Publisher Emeritus Ford largely reinvented the role of first [email protected] ous school board would have turned lady, routinely getting involved in contro- up this troubling trend in other dis- versial political and social issues of her EDITORIAL tricts where Sherman was in charge. It time. Often at odds with her husband and Photo/office of historic alexandria Erich Wagner his political party, she sparked vigorous is shameful that members of the pre- Reporter & Photographer debate around American kitchen tables and Although both the Nixon and the Ford vious board did not exercise due dili- [email protected] water coolers during a period of rapidly families spent their early years living at gence and [wield] tighter control over Parkfairfax, Betty Ford and Pat Nixon Evan Campbell changing attitudes. the decisions made under Sherman. were very different in composure and style Calendar & Copy Editor Born in Chicago in 1918, Ford pursued These haphazard, wasteful deci- as first ladies. Nixon was a seasoned politi- [email protected] a promising early career as a dancer and sions are proving to be costly to our cal wife and rarely expressed contentious model in New York City, later moving to district, students and taxpayers. We ADVERTISING opinions. Betty Ford, meanwhile, routinely Grand Rapids, Mich., to be near her moth- hope the new superintendent con- er. In 1948 she married Gerald R. Ford, a commented on emerging attitudes involv- Kristen Essex ducts a thorough review of programs Grand Rapids lawyer running for congress. ing subjects like sex, abortion, drug use Director of Sales and women’s rights. and personnel, and makes significant & Marketing She had been divorced from her first Conservatives in her husband’s party [email protected] husband, William Warren, only a year changes, such as the [reconsolidation earlier and the wedding date was delayed were shocked at her liberal stance, but her of] the middle schools. Patrice V. Culligan approval ratings skyrocketed to about 75 [email protected] because of Gerald Ford’s concern that vot- The new superintendent can start ers might disapprove of his marriage to a percent — far exceeding her husband’s with one cosmetic change: remove the Marty DeVine popularity. In perhaps her most selfless divorcee. After he won the election, the ridiculous faux Disney phrase “Imag- [email protected] role, she actively discussed her trials Fords moved to 1521 Mount Eagle Place at ine the Titans” from the entrance of Margaret Stevens with breast cancer, as well as alcohol and Parkfairfax in Alexandria where they began the high school. T.C. Williams is more [email protected] drug abuse, to assist others afflicted with raising a family. than a Disney creation and a … slogan In 1955, they moved into a new, Colo- such conditions. Pat Booth created by Sherman. Office/Classified Manager nial-style home at 514 Crown View Drive, This 1975 photo of Betty Ford at Gads- [email protected] where the family grew to include four chil- by’s Tavern, where she served as honorary dren: Michael, John, Steven and Susan. chair of the Friends of Gadsby’s Tavern ing the White House wasn’t nearly so Graphic Design During this time, Betty Ford was active in Museum, captures her love for the city she much of a wrench as leaving our house in Ashleigh Carter the lives of her children. She volunteered lived in for 23 years. Although the Fords Alexandria.” Art Director with the Boy and Girl Scouts, and lent a indicated they would return to their Alex- [email protected] hand with public school and sporting activ- andria home after leaving the White House, Out of the Attic is provided by the ities. She also worked with the Alexandria they retired to Palm Springs instead. Office of Historic Alexandria. ALEXTIMES LLC Cancer Fund. Later, Betty Ford wrote, “For me, leav- Denise Dunbar Managing Partner The Ariail family William Dunbar Weekly Poll HOW TO REACH US 110 S. Pitt St. Alexandria, VA 22314 Last Week This Week 703-739-0001 (main) 703-739-0120 (fax) Do you agree with the reconsolidation of George Should pet cats be licensed? www.alextimes.com Washington I and II and Frances C. Hammond I, II A. Yes. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR and III middle schools? B. No. Send your comments to: [email protected] 55% Yes. C. I’m a dog lover. Letters must be signed by the writer. In- clude address and phone for verification (not for publication). Letters are subject 45% No. to editing for clarity and length. Personal attacks will not be published. 31 votes Take the poll at alextimes.com WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM March 6, 2014 | 21

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In fact, scanning What’s intriguing about the hues that are relevant in both original paintings or artwork luxe looks this time is that they fashions and interiors,” says Al- adds still another dimension, often were shown in combina- mond. as does the layering of images, tion with more casual, rustic Concurrent is a trend for the like montages in scrapbooks. fabrics — a trend that is recur- threadbare look so popular in Add to that a range of colors ring in home design. A room rugs, especially effective in vel- and blends not even possible with wide-plank, weathered vet because of its natural nap. before and the capability of not floors and linen upholstery, for For the most part, there’s a repeating a pattern. example, might sport lacquered desire to tweak or modernize A stunning new collection cabinetry and a crystal chande- familiar, traditional patterns. from Romo’s Black Edition lier. Toile, for example, is captivat- features the work of British art- If you’re shopping for spring ing a new audience because of ist Jessica Zoob digitally repro- and summer textiles, here are a shifts in motifs from less 18th duced. Emily Mould, Romo’s few things you might see: century, allover pale pastoral design director, says, “Zoob’s • Larger scale: Itsy-bitsy pat- themes to more vibrant colors imaginative use of texture terns seem so passe. Some mo- with unexpected combinations and color in her emotionally tifs, such as tropical birds and and bigger, looser scale. charged, contemporary impres- palms, now are larger than life, And companies with ar- sionist paintings translates ef- especially on bedding and tow- chives are digging deep to fortlessly onto fabrics.” els. Look for really fun beach reintroduce or draw inspira- In addition to graphics, tex- towels with artlike photography tion. At Pierre Frey, fashion- ture also was an important ele- and drawings. turned-interior and furniture ment. This was expressed in a • Explosive images: Uber- designer Vincent Darre, peeked variety of ways: embroidery huge blooms, like poppies, are into 1940s and 1950s archives. and beading, embellishments splashed on bed linens. Digital Three designs were reissued — such as tufts, and even dimen- photos are being scanned and and they look every bit as cur- sional materials, where pleats printed on everything from T- rent today. He reimagined three or weaves amplified a flat sur- shirts and bags to pillows, bed- others in response. face to 3-D. An appreciation of ding and fabric. Some motifs, in particu- handcrafted looks or the per- • Incorporating art: Paint- lar, seem to be resonating. Sea ception of handmade is ramp- ings and drawings are adding creatures will be huge. Coral ing up. So the chunky knits artistry to textile design. In ad- designs on pillows or plates and crochets we’ve been seeing dition to photography, original are almost perennial favorites, ® hints of the last couple of years artwork is being sourced, lend- especially in coastal areas, but in home design are making an ing a whole new dimension — this year’s crop follows theMD.703 AT_03.2014 3.6x6.75 4c.indd 1 2/25/2014 3:49:22 PM even bigger showing — and beauty as well as grit. big trend as well as expanding sometimes in surprising mate- • More open backgrounds: under-the-sea life. Feathers and rials, including synthetics with Less crowding really makes the hints of southwest style also the hand of rubber. designs pop, especially in pil- are starting to emerge. Eastern At Christian Fischbacher, lows with single image objects. influences are making inroads, exploration of texture was • Layering: For some compa- especially dragon motifs and showcased in a new fabric (and nies, such as the Spanish com- pagodas. pillow design). The interlock- pany Desigual or the Nether- At the Heimtextil show’s This Week ing pattern appeared in relief, lands’ Melli Mello, exuberant Forum, a provocative space put- Should pet cats be licensed? the result of adding a foam to pattern is the signature, and ting forth trends for 2014-2015, the silk surface, then a layer of they don’t stop at just one. one look into the future offered foil set with a heat adhesive, • Embroidery and patchwork: this compelling concept: repro- which lends an almost irides- In addition to the real thing, gramming bacteria and plants to cent effect. It won an award for there’s the trompe l’oeil vari- manufacture materials — a bio- innovation. ety, as in bedding from Esprit, logically enhanced alternative Unusual weaves also extend which teams both in a convinc- for future sustainable living. to linens and wools, some of ing way. One picture may be worth a which show striking layerings. Textile manufacturers are thousand words, but many de- And sheers are adding a new paying attention to those Pinter- signers will agree that textiles wrinkle — “netted tulles,” for est boards and even Instagram. can truly be transformative. 22 | MARCH 6, 2014 ALEXANDRIA TIMES

45 Ski lift contraption 48 Word on either side of “-a-” Obituaries (face-to-face) 51 Inlaid furniture decoration 52 Catches sight of JOHN H. BOYD (82), 53 Newbie formerly of Alexandria, 54 ___ pump (drainage aid) 56 Toothpaste containers February 25, 2014 59 Aspirin unit ords 61 Shed feathers ROGER HENRY 64 Live (in) 65 Not on the football field CHRISTIANSEN (80), of 66 Did dinner Alexandria, February 22, 2014 67 Horse controller 70 Negative votes 71 Buzzing annoyance RICHARD THOMAS 72 Kind of code used daily 73 Domestic from overseas CLAUSEN, of Alexandria, 74 Use dynamite on February 21, 2014 77 Slender woodwind instru- ment 78 Crumbly earth CHARLES E. FIGGINS (70), 79 Green-___ (jealous) 80 Insect feeler of Alexandria, February 4, 81 32,000 ounces 2014 83 “Believe ___ not!” W eekly 84 “Lethal Weapon 4” actress Russo JEANETTE GARNER, 87 Like a CEO’s incoming calls of 89 Shorthand for a burglary: B Alexandria, February 24, 2014 ___ W 91 Lip-___ (mouth the words) 92 Temperature extreme WILLIAM B. HOPKE, JR., of 95 Tealike drinks 99 Certain Native Americans Alexandria, March 1, 2014 83 Cara on the “Flashdance” 14 Food thickener 101 Industrious insect ACROSS soundtrack 15 No. 2 end 102 Dance halls of the ‘70s 1 Trig. function 85 Hudson or Chesapeake 16 What bored people have 103 Like some footballs or AUBREY L. JOHNSON, of 6 Slushy fruit drink 86 Several historic theaters 17 Area 51 craft, supposedly 12 “CSI” evidence 88 Declared as fact punch Alexandria, February 22, 2014 18 “For what ___ worth ...” 104 Gate guard 15 A case of pins and needles? 90 On the beach 24 Buffoon 19 Earthy paint pigment 93 Postgraduate field 105 “... and ___ the fire” 30 Leia’s do 109 Words shouted in church 20 Riverside insurance 94 TV screen-measuring unit 31 Capital, as a letter DOROTHEA VON 21 Dust cloth, often 96 “Smoking or ___?” 110 Female in the family 33 Mere commoner, briefly 111 Seizes SCHWANENFLUEGEL 22 Disagreement 97 Word on a three-sided sign 34 Alpaca land 23 Sincere talk 98 Mountain climber’s tool 113 Spreadsheet contents LAWSON (97), formerly of 35 Film with a cast of thou- 114 Cash in Cancun 25 Flight deck guess 100 Attending to again, as a sands 26 Book after Joel problem 115 Finally out of the rat race Alexandria, February 13, 2014 37 Unable to keep one’s eyes (Abbr.) 27 Paddle kin 106 America’s national flower open 117 Mas’ counterparts 28 What a band might go 107 “Sesame Street” regular 39 Was a passenger 118 Cell “messenger” GRACE H. MAYBERRY, around 108 Strong inclination 40 Passing announcement of 121 “Come again?” 29 Hard to understand 112 Some write-offs 42 ___ Orange, N.J. Alexandria, February 26, 2014 122 Flirtatiously shy 32 More sharp-tongued 114 Copy of a movie 43 Enjoy taffy 123 Color property 35 Practice piece for one 116 “Mamma ___!” 44 Emanating glow instrument 117 Victorian sort CHARLES B. RAMSEY, of 36 Dogs and cats, e.g. 119 Santa ___, Calif. Alexandria, February 16, 2014 38 Tool in an office desk 120 How some dance 41 Working stiff, for short 124 Put into the pot Last Week’s Solution: 43 Furnish food for a party 125 Communications abbr. PATRICIA A. ROHRER (87), 46 It’s fit to be tied 126 Forceful removal 47 Actress Campbell 127 Small weight of Alexandria, February 26, 49 Hawaii’s Mauna ___ 128 Backtalk 2014 50 Clamor or to-do 129 Pitches between innings? 52 Authoritative proclamations 130 Poorly made 55 Sullies or besmirches 131 Some survey responses LEONARD R. TERRELL, 57 History-book chapter of 58 Unexpected sports result Alexandria, February 21, 2014 60 “That’s tasty!” DOWN 62 Emulate Rodin 1 Some Pacific salmon 63 The state of being under a 2 Indian, for one HERBERT TONEY, of guardian 3 Actress Belafonte 66 Iron get-up 4 Always, poetically Alexandria, March 2, 2014 68 In a skillful manner 5 Old-style computer screen 69 Happy serving 6 Bit of broccoli JANE P. WHITE, 73 All set for a nightly slumber 7 Bring back to work formerly of 75 “A Fistful of Dollars” director 8 Old Roman welcomes Alexandria, February 8, 2014 Sergio 9 Bog fuel 76 Dreadfully dull 10 The “p” in rpm 80 Young hen 11 Mansion and grounds 82 Where one can make a 12 Zwinger museum site splash 13 Gabbed WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM March 6, 2014 | 23 Classifieds

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ALEXANDRIA PLANNING Alexandria Board In the Superior Court Thomas William Miller v. Omar DEPARTMENT of Architectural Review Thomas William Miller v. Omar NOTICE OF Old & Historic MohammedMohamed LLahboubahboub and AlexanAlexandria- Wholesale Trading, Inc. a/k/a/ ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW Alexandria District dria Wholesale Trading, Inc. a/k/a/ AlexandriaAlexandria W Wholesaleholesale International Interna- The following request has been LEGAL NOTICE tionalTrading, Trading, Inc. Inc. received for administrative review OF A PUBLIC HEARING Wake County File No.: 12 CVS 5730 and approval. A public hearing will be held by Take notice that a pleading seeking For information about this applica- the Alexandria Board of Architec- relief against you has been filed tion or to comment, visit the City’s tural Review on WEDNESDAY, in the above-entitled action. The website at alexandriava.gov/planning March 19, 2014 beginning at 7:30 nature of the relief being sought is as or call (703) 746-4666. PM in Council Chambers, second follows: compensation for personal floor of City Hall, 301 King Street, injury. SPECIAL USE PERMIT Alexandria, Virginia on the following You are required to make defense to #2014-0022 applications: such pleading not later than 3606 Seminary Road – Day Care (______,2014)April 8 and upon Center CASE BAR2014-0016 your failure to do so the party seek- Administrative Special Use Permit Request to partially demolish & ing service against you will apply to request to operate a daycare center in capsulate at 113 Princess St. the court for the relief sought. a church; zoned R20/Single-family APPLICANT: Karl & Lydia Svoboda zone. by Christine A. Kelly This the 27______dayth day of February, 2014. Applicant: Valley Drive Preschool, of February, 2014. Inc. CASE BAR2014-0017 PLANNER: ann.horowitz@alexan- Request for an addition & alterations driava.gov at 113 Princess St. Kurt L. Dixon APPLICANT: Karl & Lydia Svoboda Riddle & Brantley, LLP In accordance with section 11-500 of by Christine A. Kelly 4600 Marriott Drive, Suite 500 the zoning ordinance, the above listed Raleigh, NC 287612-3307 request may be approved administra- CASE BAR2014-0026 Telephone: (919) 876-3020 tively by the director of planning and Request to partially demolish & Facsimile: (919) 876-3060 zoning. If you have any comments capsulate at 707 Devon Pl. regarding the proposal above, please APPLICANT: Mark Harold & contact planning and zoning staff at Jocelyn Johnson Herrington by Keith 703 746-4666 or email the planner F. Carroll HELP WANTED listed no later than March 27, 2014. CASE BAR2014-0027 Request for an addition & alterations at 707 Devon Pl. Business Directory APPLICANT: Mark Harold & Jocelyn Johnson Herrington by Keith F. Carroll

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