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Celebrating more than 160 years of service! Vol. 164, No. 52 • 50¢ SINCE 1855 Thursday, June 6, 2019 INSIDE Giants Tower Over Braves Local sector plan gains Residents Say Goodbye To residents’ input for new Historic Bridge Fifty neighbors of the 100- options on development year-old Talbot Avenue Bridge in Silver Spring said goodbye to the the public hearing. deteriorating one-lane wooden By Elle Meyers According to the planning structure that once was the only @_ElleMeyers way for African Americans to get board, this sector plan is organized to work and shop. SILVER SPRING — The around three key themes: reconnect, Montgomery County Planning reinvest and reimagine. Page 3 Board held a public hearing to get The planning board highlights input from the community on the the introduction of measures such as Forest Glen/Montgomery Hills Sec- Vision Zero for the area to “recon- tor Plan. nect” and to restore safety condi- The public hearing, held on tions for pedestrians, bikers and May 30, was led by the chair of the cars. To “reinvest,” the board notes planning board, Casey Anderson the importance of encouraging eq- and filled the hearing room in Silver uitable development for residents in Spring to near-capacity. its theme of reimagining the area. The area up for redesign The board focuses on affordable stretches between the commercial housing and green space to improve area of Montgomery Hills and the the ecological health of the area in ‘Don Quixote’ Forest Glen neighborhood, which is their theme of “reimagine.” located between 16th Street and As a whole, many of the com- The spring concert of “Don North Medical Park Drive. munity members were supportive of Quixote” will take place on June 8 Other sector plans in the area the sector plan, which would allow for greater density and development at 7 p.m. at the Montgomery Col- were launched in 1996 and 2000, in the area. A common theme lege Cultural Arts Center, 7995 but, according to the planning around traffic safety was one devel- Georgia Ave, Silver Spring. board, these plans need to be updat- www.akhmedovaballet.org. oped for community members who ed because of recent changes to the chose to testify before the board. area. “Everybody knows that (Geor- Page 11 More recently, the sector plan PHOTO BY GEORGE SMITH gia Avenue) is very dangerous; for the Forest Glen and Mont- Gaithersburg infielder Jacob Williamson makes a throw for an out as the 84,000 vehicles a day travel down Giants took down the FCA Herndon Braves 3-1 at Criswell Automotive gomery Hills area was launched in Field at Kelley Park in Gaithersburg during a season-opening Cal Ripken 2017 and included a study of traffic League match on June 4. Story on Page 17. conditions, which many members of the community brought up during See Development, Page 8 Metro riders disappointed with shutdowns on Blue and Yellow lines form project, given that buses replac- guages. to add an extra half hour to your regu- By Kathleen Stubbs ing Metro trains will add time to rid- Leading up to the shutdown, lar travel time.” @kathleenstubbs3 Spirit Win! ers’ commutes. Metro General Manager Paul Wiede- Virginia resident Imani Prince, ROCKVILLE – Buses are re- “If I have to get off at one sta- feld and local elected officials en- who works in Bethesda, said her The Washington Spirit con- placing trains between six stations in tion…if I have to get on a bus and the couraged riders who would be affect- commute is ordinarily two hours, but tinue their winning ways, defeat- Virginia during a shutdown that will bus drives me through neighbor- ed to plan to use alternate forms of that increased to three hours with the ing the Utah Royals 2-0 on June 1, last longer than three months so hoods and (expletive) to, like, get transportation. shutdown arrangements. in front of a season-high crowd of Metro can replace and repair station there, that’s different! That’s not the “As a region, we have been “The first Saturday (May 25) 4,575 spectators at the Maureen platforms and other infrastructure. train,” Gomez said. “That’s not preparing for the start of this major they shut down the Metro stops I had Hendricks Field at Maryland Soc- Kevin Gomez, a Gaithersburg (where) you sit down and you just capital project for more than a year, two buses pass me because they were cerPlex. resident who lives near Flower Hill, chill and you get to where you need to and the partnership with Northern not picking up passengers,” Prince Page 20 said while waiting on the Rockville go.” Virginia has yielded a robust network said. Station platform that he did not know Gomez said he takes the Metro of travel alternatives,” Wiedefeld During the shutdown, workers about the shutdown. Upon learning every week for work. While waiting said in a news release. “Customers will rebuild or repair the platforms about it, he said he was concerned for on the Red Line platform, an audio have many good options, but I en- where people wait for the subway at the riders whose commute time will announcement played. He said he courage everyone to take the time to six stations on the Blue and Yellow be increased. He wondered out loud could not understand the recorded an- study the shuttle options, learn more why Metro is using shuttle buses in- nouncement with its fuzzy sound about the bus routes that serve your stead of single-tracking for the plat- even though he speaks five lan- neighborhood, and then be prepared See Shutdown, Page 8 2 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL JUNE 6, 2019 EFLECTIONS

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[email protected] Rockville Elementary and ness place has contributed some- and bond rally for their communi- Colesville School has changed Mark Kapiloff Richard Montgomery High thing in its line and from private ty, Friday evening, January 28, its date to February 11. Other dates ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Schools will sponsor a bond rally families will come canned goods, beginning at 8 o'clock. The pro- set for next week include Hy- [email protected] at the old high school gym on Feb- eggs, chickens. gram will be an interesting one, attstown, January 27th; Clarksburg, EDITORIAL ruary 2nd. 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By Suzanne Pollak @SuzannePollak ReadingReading bbyy OOluwakemiluwakemi Badaki-MakunBadaaki-Makun SILVER SPRING – Fifty neigh- bors of the 100-year-old Talbot Av- A ddeeplyeeply rootedrooted sensesense ofof justicejusttice pushespushes mmanyany ofof us ttoo askask thesethese questions.questions. WeWe enue Bridge in Silver Spring said wwonderonder whywhy lifelife seemsseems soso unfair,unfair, whywhy soso goodbye to the deteriorating one- mmanyany ppeopleeople seemseem toto suffersuffer needlessly.needlessly. lane wooden structure that once was the only way for African Americans InIn tthehe LightLiigght ofof TruthTTrruth – TheTThhe GrailGrraail to get to work and shop. MessageMessage ggivesives clearclear aanswersnswers ttoo tthesehese “I called it our lifeline to civi- qquestions.uestions. ItIt hhelpselps us understandunderstand thatthat oourur experiencesexperiences areare notnot arbitrary.arbitrary. 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SUBSCRIBE TO TheThe SentinelSentinel!! 4 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL JUNE 6, 2019 OPINIONS &VIEWS My day at the ‘Ramblin’ Rose...Garden’ and 12:00 p.m. The infrastructure the Palm Room doors!” The Palm dent. was a total horrible thing that hap- By Paul K. Schwartz @PKSpaul meeting was scheduled for around Room doors, by the way, lead to the I can go on listing all of the ele- pened to our country. It hurt us in so 11:00 a.m. Rose Garden. Something big was ments of his tantrum, but he did not many ways.” May 22, 2019, a day at the White It sounds like I was in for an ex- about to happen, but what? Not a clue say anything he had not said over and “And I said, ‘Let’s have the House that will live, if not in infamy, citing day at the White House. Enter- was given. Was it agreement on infra- over and over again during the last meeting on infrastructure. We’ll get at least in the archives of the extreme- taining does not quite capture what structure, on the United States Mexi- couple of years. that done easily.’ That’s one of the ly memorable moments of covering was to come. co Canada Agreement, on what? The difference is he let Pelosi’s easy ones. And instead of walking in this White House. I showed up at precisely 10:00 All of us, the press, were herded accusation of a cover-up by him get so happily into a meeting, I walk in to a.m. and retrieved my Medal of Valor into the Rose Garden and I was able to under his skin that he was incapable, look at people that had just said that I credentials. I then killed some time get reasonably close to the podium as with any spoiled four-year-old, of was doing a cover-up. I don’t do cov- talking with some other reporters which, interestingly, had a sign on it letting it go and getting on with the er-ups. You people know that proba- Paul’s View who happened to be in the press with figures regarding the costs asso- work of the people. bly better than anybody.” By room. I had a quite interesting discus- ciated with the Mueller investigation. Just as with a spoiled four-year- “And of the 19 people that were sion with Peter Alexander of Then the President of the United old, he had to get the last word. He had heading up this investigation, or what- Paul K. Schwartz NBC/MSNBC on the president’s im- States of America (Donald Trump) to tell the world via this ill-conceived ever you want to call it, with Bob migration plan and his statement that appeared and with him came a histori- press briefing that he is a victim, that Mueller, they were contributors to the the plan calls for increasing scanning cal moment, the meltdown of a presi- he is treated so unfairly. That he “does- Democrat Party, most of them, and to As you are undoubtedly aware, of cargo containers from three per- dent. n’t do cover-ups,” although I think Hillary Clinton. They hated President the daily White House press briefings cent to 100 percent and the absolutely Former President of the United both Stormy Daniels and Karen Mc- Trump. They hated him with a pas- are a thing of the past. As a result, I do astronomical traffic backups that that States of America Richard Nixon, it is Dougal may disagree with him on that. sion. They went to her big party after not go down to the White House as move would create. said, also suffered a meltdown as the The one thing I did learn that day the election that turned out to be a often as I previously did when there Alexander estimated all the way Watergate walls closed in but he, at was that, to no one’s surprise, this wake, not a party. It was a wake. And were daily briefings as with previous, back to China; I suggested it would least, melted down behind closed president did not read the Mueller re- they were very angry.” more transparent and responsive ad- be more like the southern tip of South doors. Not this president. He chose to port, as I have. “These are the people that, after ministrations. America if not Antarctica. call the press together to televise his If he had read it, he would know two years and 40 million or 35 million However, I do receive the daily I then had a brief discussion with rant, his tantrum, his meltdown. that nowhere in the report is the word dollars -- it’ll end up being a lot more White House schedule, and I hap- Hans Nichols, also of NBC/MSNBC Trump attempted to portray his collusion and, as well, there is plenty than that by the time all the bills are pened to notice a particular function and another dropped name about the press event as spontaneous, but it was of justification provided about ob- paid -- this is what happened. No col- scheduled for May 22. attorney general’s testimony before somewhat difficult to consider this struction. lusion. No obstruction. No nothing.” That function was the presenta- the Senate Judiciary Committee dur- event as spontaneous when the sign Here are just a few selected high- “So here’s the bottom line: There tion of the Public Safety Officer ing which he indicated that he be- was already on the podium and hand- lights of the presidential rant that will was no collusion. There was no ob- Medal of Valor in the East Room of lieves the president has the right to outs, of which I received my souvenir go down as a clear example of just struction. We’ve been doing this since the White House at 3:00. Also sched- shut down investigations of himself if copy, were prepared and ready to be how unhinged this president is: I’ve been president. And, actually, the uled for that day was a follow-up he, the president, is convinced that handed out during the event. “So I came here to do a meeting crime was committed on the other meeting on infrastructure with the the investigation is not justified. The presidential rant consisted of on infrastructure with Democrats, not side. We’ll see how that all turns out. I president and Speaker of the House The discussion then focused on the usual “no collusion, no obstruc- really thinking they wanted to do in- hope it turns out well. But to my way Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority the obvious result of that position, tion” mantra and how unfair the in- frastructure or anything else, other of thinking -- and I know a lot of you Leader Chuck Schumer. which would be that only those inves- vestigation was and his usual unsub- than investigate. And I just saw that agree with me -- the crime was com- A good day to go down to the tigations of the president that the pres- stantiated assaults on those who con- Nancy Pelosi, just before our meeting, mitted on the other side.” White House, especially knowing ident considered justified would he ducted the investigation. He also made a statement that ‘We believe “This whole thing was a take- that Speaker Pelosi and Senator not be authorized to shut down. Even reiterated something that he first said that the president of the United States down attempt at the president of the Schumer ordinarily take questions more interesting is that it turns out during his last, (I hope), State of the is engaged in a cover-up.’” United States. And, honestly, you from the press at the microphones set Nichols is a resident of Montgomery Union speech: “investigation or in- “Well, it turns out I’m the most -- ought to be ashamed of yourselves for up right outside the West Wing after County, and he seemed interested in vestment.” Not both. Interesting that and I think most of you would agree to the way you report it so it dishonestly such meetings with the president. reading the Montgomery County Sen- former President of the United States this -- I’m the most transparent presi- -- not all of you, but many of you. The While the Medal of Valor pre- tinel. of America Bill Clinton was able to dent, probably in the history of this way you report it.” sentation was scheduled for 3:00 Then it happened. raise his approval rating during his country. We have given -- on a witch There is plenty more, but I hope p.m., special credentials for which I At about 11:00 a.m., over the impeachment hearing by not letting hunt, on a hoax -- the whole thing with this gives you a taste of the presiden- had already been approved for were loudspeaker in the White House press the investigation stand in the way of Russia was a hoax, as it relates to the tial rant to end all rants in the newly to be picked up between 10:00 a.m. room, it was announced: “All Press to meeting his responsibilities as presi- Trump administration and myself. It named “Ramblin’ Rose Garden.”

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the homeowner who paid out dam- The Court held that to be a THE ages attempted to sue Amazon for “seller” under Maryland law COURT products liability under Maryland which could be liable for a defec- law, arguing that Amazon was a tive product, the term seller re- REPORT “seller” of the product liable under ferred to “owners of personal theories including negligence or property who transfer title to pur- strict liability. The trial judge chasers of that property for a Write us! ruled in favor of Amazon. price.” Amazon, on the terms of By Tom Ryan On appeal, the Court noted this deal, was not a seller, just like that the purchaser saw displayed a warehouse owner and delivery We are all familiar with on- at the time of purchase online that company. 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All letters, submissions and or comments are interest rates to the current trade There are increasingly more wars and bond market activity. The housing choices. Although hous- REAL mortgage industry may also be an- ing supply remains tight, there considered on the record and the property of ESTATE ticipating a Fed rate cut at the next were about 2.5 percent more new week’s meeting of the Open Mar- listings this April compared to the SOLUTIONS ket Committee. same time last year. Although The Montgomery County Sentinel. Lower mortgage rates aren’t many of these new listings go always a reason to take the plunge quickly, increasing new listings By Dan Krell into the housing market. But what mean that there are more home We reserve the right to refuse publication about moderating home sale sellers that are entering the market If you’ve been waiting to buy prices? 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www.thesentinel.com Got News? Tell Us About It! (301) 306-9500 6 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL JUNE 6, 2019 NEWS THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND'S LEGACY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE ON PUBLIC POLICY, MCPS alternative learning centers in partnership with the state of Maryland is looking for volunteers age 50+ to serve as volunteers legislative leaders during the 2019-2020 session of the MARYLAND GEN- have received poor facility ratings ERAL ASSEMBLY. ly very good,” Brost said. right now. “Yellow” means several By Kathleen Stubbs The twelve week classroom training (two days per week) @kathleenstubbs3 “The roof was just done two parts of the item assessed may need years ago,” added Brost’s wife, Su- to be repaired or replaced in the fu- begins on September 10, 2019 at the College Park campus, ROCKVILLE – Montgomery san. ture. “Red” means the component County Public Schools (MCPS) Their son Ryan, 8, said he be- may need “major repair, rehabilita- with site visits to the state complex in Annapolis. posted new online evaluations of its lieves the gymnasium and multi- tion or replacement to the compo- 206 school buildings in April, but purpose room are too small. Todd nent-section as a whole,” in the fu- The volunteer assignment in Annapolis. will be for a many of the worst buildings are al- Brost said he believed the gymnasi- ture. minimum of two days per week, starting January 8, 2020 ternative learning centers and hold- um and multipurpose room could The learning centers used for ing facilities. be improved in terms of appear- alternative education, such as and ending April 6, 2020 MCPS Superintendent Jack ance, but he otherwise saw no is- Northlake Center and Fairland Smith said during a March 27 bud- sues with them. Center, had more red dots for over- The placements will be in the office of members of the get forum that for the past 12 to 14 “It’s not like it’s old or it’s all condition than elementary MARYLAND GENERAL ASSEMBLY. years, MCPS-based selection of falling down; it’s just outdated,” he schools, middle schools or high schools for revitalization and ex- said of the gymnasium. “Most of it schools. For more information, or an application, contact WESLEY pansion projects rely heavily on the is probably just exterior -- (a need Laura Stewart, who is a mem- degree to which a school needed for) new paint.” ber of the Montgomery County QUEEN at [email protected] or call (301)405-2529. classroom space -- defined by over- Washington Grove received Council of Parent Teacher Associa- crowding -- among other factors. one of the best assessments of the tions, said she liked the addition of He wants that to change. 206 schools, with a green dot over- the colored circles because it was a “We really have to swing back all and a couple of yellow dots. sort of “snapshot” view of the
to that effort to renovate and refresh The KFI assessments will re- school conditions. and bring up to date schools so place the old method of assessment “As a parent, it’s good to just Find we’re not spending all of our re- -- a FACT score -- which MCPS click on something and be able to sources and all of our energy on just sometimes used to select which see these colors,” Stewart said. Your creating more and more seats (in schools were next eligible for what However, Stewart said she classrooms) all the time,” Smith it called a revitalization/expansion found the numbers on the KFI web said at the budget forum, held at the project. page puzzling. Balance! Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus In 2015, county councilmem- While viewers can observe of Montgomery College. bers requested the Office of Leg- that something is likely to need re- Mental Health MCPS plans to transition, us- islative Oversight (OLO) to investi- placement soon or not likely to re- ing a new assessment that the gate how the school system select- quire repair or replacement soon,
school system termed Key Facility ed the order of giving MCPS does not explain how it or Indicators (KFIs). KFIs include an Life Satisfaction revitalization/expansion projects to its contractor determined the num- overview of infrastructure, details various schools. The OLO report bers. We accept insurance! of the infrastructure and character- included a list of problems and sug- A person may view the as- istics of a building in terms of gestions for how to solve them. sessed value of each item mea- whether it measures up to “industry One problem with the FACT sured, but only after “hovering” the The Pinnacle Center standards” for education spaces. scores was it took more than a year cursor of a computer mouse over 13-15 East Deer Park Dr., Suite 200 Capital budget decisions will con- to complete the facility assessments the circle. Stewart said she discov- Gaithersburg, MD 20877 sider KFIs as well as the degree of for all schools. The contractor Fa- ered how to view the numbered school crowding and program cility Engineering Associates values under the colored circles, or 301-705-7593 needs within the school. The KFIs (FEA), PC, which is in Fairfax, dots, after a few days of looking at [email protected] will help MCPS prioritize various completed the assessments of all the KFI report. www.pinnaclecenter.com projects better than in the past. 206 schools within one year, as “I think it can be done in a dif- Register Online! “There’s just a tremendous MCPS requested in the RFP. The ferent way,” said Stewart. “I think amount of competing needs across Board of Education approved you could have the number in the the system around renovating, awarding FEA with a contract of dot.” adding additional space, and, in $1,289,873 on June 12, 2018. During past capital improve- some cases, replacing schools Another problem was that ments plan budget hearings, which while we’re simultaneously build- MCPS did not reassess and update are hosted annually by the Board of ing new schools (to add capacity),” the FACT scores for the facilities as Education, students, guardians, Smith said. they aged over time. As opposed to teachers and staff have asked when Smith said during various the assessments of the FACT score, their school will get fixed, replaced meetings that starting in April, par- according to the RFP, MCPS now or expanded. Residents will not be ents, guardians and students as well wants the buildings to be assessed able to determine whether their as the general public would be able routinely over time. school will be fixed soon -- or not to see online how their school is do- On the KFI page on the MCPS for a long time -- by only looking at ing in terms of the condition of var- website, schools are listed in alpha- the KFI data. ious parts of the infrastructure. The betical order, followed by a series The details on scheduling of results became available online of red, yellow and green circles, projects will come a little later. April 28 or 29. each assigned to a category the Smith said during an education Todd Brost, a parent at Wash- contractor assessed. budget forum on March 27 that ington Grove Elementary School, The learning centers and hold- MCPS will lay out which schools said he had positive feelings about ing facilities together had the may be scheduled for capital pro- his school building. He had not largest percentage of buildings jects when he presents his pro- seen the new facility assessment re- with a poor rating for overall con- posed capital budget and proposed port for his son’s school. dition. “Green” means a part may six-year capital improvements plan “The facilities there are actual- need maintenance or repair, but not in the fall. Got News? Tell Us About It! (301) 306-9500 JUNE 6, 2019 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 7 NEWS Land Use Committee notes keys to commercial success and current business pitfalls lages containing residences, schools Topgolf is a driving range and By Elle Meyers @_ElleMeyers and restaurants. restaurant in one. Patrons can bring “The villages do well, but the a group of friends to drive golf balls GERMANTOWN — Members town center was the last piece and it at a target set up in a field. Topgolf of the Land Use Committee gath- didn’t come together. There’s just plays music, the restaurants are typ- ered to discuss ideas on what makes not much to generate business from ically open late, and the next closest a commercial hub successful. the morning to night and on the Topgolf franchise is in Virginia. The The Land Use Committee is a weekends,” she said. committee’s expectation is that the part of the Upcounty Citizens Advi- Matthews explained because franchise will bring people from all sory Board (UCAB) and has nine the villagers have just about every- over the upcounty to play because it members. thing, they feel they don't need to is more conveniently located. The UCAB represents a large travel to the town center, so the The TopGolf in Germantown is swath of the county. Its members businesses there languish. currently under construction, and shed light on the concerns of nearly Robert Bartlett, a member of the committee estimates that it will 18 upcounty towns, such as Boyds, UCAB, noted that the problem with be open for business in November Clarksburg and Damascus, among the Germantown Center is that it is of this year. others. not multi-use. Board member Wayne Jacas To join the UCAB, residents “There’s just not really a reason noted that once Topgolf is estab- must be appointed by the county ex- for people to be around the area at lished, other places that feature fam- ecutive and then confirmed by the night,” Bartlett said. ily activities could pop up too, like county council. Matthews emphasized that indoor skydiving facilities, which UCAB is meant to advise local Germantown is really a family-ori- could make Germantown a hub for officials, including the County Ex- ented area, one that young people things to do on a Saturday after- ecutive, on issues affecting their are not necessarily drawn to. noon. communities. Members serve three- “That’s another problem; peo- The committee agreed that year terms. ple who want nightlife are going to Germantown could be more vibrant At their June 3 meeting, the other jurisdictions and leaving their if only members of the community Land Use Committee primarily dis- money there,” she said. were more engaged in where they cussed the Germantown Center and The committee agreed that live. the ways they could liven the area family fun activities like a trampo- “People need to take ownership up. line park or an escape room could of their community,” Bartlett said. “This town center is different help the town center, along with Matthews noted that govern- than Pike and Rose or Rockville small business local to the area. As ments cannot come in and build a Town Center,” said Catherine it is now, Germantown Center has a sense of community for residents. Matthews, director of UCAB. “Ger- lot of chain and fast food restaurants Instead, that sense needs to come mantown Center has several proper- because they are the ones with the from community members taking ty owners, and there was no plan to revenues to keep up with the rent. pride in where they live. design the area, so when a property “A lot of it also comes down to Ultimately, the committee out- owner was ready, they just built.” property owners,” Bartlett said. lined three keys they felt would help She explained that the town “The rent they’re charging just (is) their town center: a concentration of center looks rather disjointed and not conducive to mom-and-pop people living nearby, convenient not cohesive, which other areas, places. The cost of commercial rent transit options and entertainment or such as Bethesda and Silver Spring is a drag on small business.” another afterhours draw. avoided because they followed a The committee members The committee agreed that they plan for the whole area. seemed excited that Topgolf will would outline these factors for the Matthews also noted that Ger- soon be opening its doors in Ger- full board and recommend a meet- mantown’s master plan for develop- mantown. Although the almost-sta- ing with the Germantown Alliance. ment was modeled after Columbia, dium-style facility is not a mom- They would then invite property Maryland. Columbia is designed and-pop place, it is bound to bring owners to work on further develop- around a town center with little vil- in a lot of revenue for the area. ment in the area.

Place Your Ads In The On the web. All the time. Sentinel! www.thesentinel.com 8 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL JUNE 6, 2019 COVER STORIES/NEWS Local sector plan gains Metro riders voice concerns, disgust residents’ input for new with shutdowns to Blue and Yellow lines Shutdown, from Page 1 north of King Street Station accord- line stations outlasts any of the shut- ing to a memorandum to the Board downs during Metro’s year-long options on development lines. Capital and Strategic Planning Com- SafeTrack program of repairs, re- “Metro is monitoring the shuttle mittee dated May 10, 2018. placements and maintenance a few bus operation day and night so that Jannetta confirmed that contrac- years ago. This was characterized Development, from Page 1 match the area and would be dis- we can make adjustments to better tors are responsible for driving the by round-the-clock single tracking ruptive of the neighborhood,” he meet the rider demand,” said Metro shuttle buses, which Metro is calling and shutdowns during projects im- said. He also noted that heavy traf- spokesperson Ian Jannetta. express shuttles. portant to safety. it, (and there is) a higher rate than fic flow has restricted the growth of The stations -- Braddock Road, “We have contractors driving “The current Blue /Yellow average crash rate, too,” said Peter the area. King Street, Eisenhower Avenue, the express shuttle buses, and then shutdown south of the airport is the Gray, who was testifying on behalf Andy Banks was another indi- Huntington, Van Dorn Street and we have, obviously, Metrobus dri- longest station shutdown to date,” of the Washington Area Bicyclist vidual who said he was against the Franconia-Springfield -- will remain vers on our routes, which we have in- Jannetta wrote in an email. Association (WABA), where he is a call for more density in the area. He closed through Sept. 8. creased service on some of the routes General Manager Wiedefeld board member. “For a pedestrian or attended the public hearing repre- “State and local transportation to compensate for increased de- has said that the work completed a cyclist to get through that portion senting the Americana Finnmark agencies have established a robust mand,” Jannetta said. during SafeTrack had been sched- of the plan that is located at the Condominium. travel alternative network to help Gomez was not the only Mont- uled for a span of three years but bridge that goes over and under the He noted that those calling for residents navigate the rail shut- gomery County resident unaware of, was compressed into a single year. beltway through 16th Street is ex- more development in the area live down,” according to a May 22 news though not inconvenienced by, the Bernard primarily travels on tremely hazardous, I’m a very con- in the neighborhoods surrounding release from Metro, which also stat- shutdown. King Farm resident Di- the Red Line except for when she fident cyclist, and I have no desire the proposed location for construc- ed: “This includes additional service dem Bernard, 49, said she rides the might travel downtown for an occa- to be on Georgia Avenue.” tion, not in it. on local Metrobus, DASH, Fairfax Red Line every day to Twinbrook for sional conference. She said she Gray explained that options He explained that the proposed Connector, and OmniRide routes, as work but that she did not know about would not be thrilled if a shutdown listed in the sector plan will provide plans exclude the area around the well as service on Virginia Railway the shutdown. It was not the first occurs for platform construction a safer crossing and a more-com- Americana Finnmark, a condomini- Express, Amtrak, and more.” time she was unaware of a shutdown work on the Red Line. fortable Georgia Avenue for those um community that is called East The organization scheduled oth- occurring outside the Red Line. She Rhode Island Avenue Station on foot or on a bike. Forest Glen. er infrastructure-related projects to believes Metro should have posters on the Red Line -- one of the oldest The sector plan includes at Banks proposed changing the occur during the shutdown in the similar to the advertisements on stations in the system -- is scheduled least seven locations for recommen- sector plan to avoid building the same location, including the com- Metro trains or in stations to inform for maintenance or repair in Sep- dations on bike improvements, with 120-foot apartment buildings and plete replacement of a crossover -- riders about shutdowns so they know tember 2020 as part of Metro’s mul- many more options to make those providing safer walking conditions the device that trains use to switch where to wait for a shuttle. ti-year “platform reconstruction” improvements, like adding two-way for residents of East Forest Glen. from one track to the other, which is The schedule of the current program, of which the ongoing Blue bike lanes and side paths and im- Anderson, explained that hav- required for single-tracking trains, shutdown on the Blue and Yellow and Yellow Line stations are a part. proving lane signals. ing public forums like this one Another area of interest for helps the board gain a better under- many community members was standing of what work needs to be that of housing and commercial de- done and how the community feels County leaders object to rising hate in schools velopment. about a project. ing racial animus throughout the “So, the last couple years, you The sector plan includes guide- By Neal Earley “I have familiarity with the country; however, according to know, there has been a resurgence in lines to increase density and to con- area, but I don’t know every nook @neal_ealrey centrate new housing conveniently Montgomery County Police (MCP), them,” said Troy Boddy, director of and cranny of every block, so we’re ROCKVILLE – While the the hate-biased incidents are due to the MCPS Equity Initiatives Unit, of near public transportation. The plan looking for some of the local county has seen a recent wave of the political scene generally. hateful incidents in schools. “And so, also recommends providing afford- knowledge that comes from people hate crimes and incidents, the best Whatever may be the cause, I think as a school system it’s like, able housing through different literally living right there on the way to mitigate it is not easy for pub- there have been several high-profile now that we know that it’s in the methods such as tax credits and spot,” Anderson said. lic officials to answer. incidents of hate in the county, par- space, it didn’t go away, how do we public-private partnerships. He said that the planning board Particularly in Montgomery Allison Gillespie, who was at has the ability to change the sector ticularly in MCPS. This is some- be proactive about it?” County Public Schools -- where the hearing as a private citizen, said plan as they see fit to meet the thing that county leaders do not have Boddy touted that MCPS pro- there are documented incidents of she was in support of the sector plan needs of the community. an easy solution for. grams are meant to mitigate the rise graffiti swastikas or students using and of creating more-affordable Anderson noted some key “Even here in Montgomery in bias incidents, but incidents con- housing for the area. takeaways from the hearing. For in- racial slurs -- the answer to dealing County, we’re particularly affected tinued at schools. According to sta- “In general, I want to say that I stance, there was the consensus that with them is not easy, especially as by this because we are one of the tistics from Montgomery County Po- am really happy about the proposed Georgia Avenue needs to be re- the problem may be getting worse. most-diverse places in the country, if lice, there has been an increase in the zoning for density at the intersec- designed so that it is safer for Speaking to the 2019 Social not the world,” Hucker said. past two years of a bias incidents at tion of Georgia and Forest Glen,” pedestrians and bicyclists. Change Conference, councilmem- In May, school officials found a school, often some form of hateful she said. “I think we have a rare “Everyone really wants to see ber Tom Hucker (D-5) warned about swastika drawn inside bathroom at graffiti. However, there were fewer chance to do the right thing; we Georgia Avenue recalibrated so it’s growing hate in the county and be- Silver Creek Middle School in bias incidents in 2018, with only 15 have a really rare chance to make not just a highway for people com- yond, saying it’s becoming an in- Kensington. Two months earlier, reported cases. smart growth happen, and I’m su- ing from points north to commute creasingly difficult problem for the school officials found a swastika John Wambach, a music teacher per excited to see that happening in into downtown Silver Spring and county to counteract. drawn inside a bathroom at Ban- at Bethesda Chevy Chase High my neighborhood. I think there the District of Columbia,” he said. “We’ve seen swastikas in- nockburn Elementary School in School and Thomas W. Pyle Middle would be a lot of people who would “Obviously, there is some disagree- creased in schools in Montgomery Bethesda. School, said he would like to see live there and use the Metro, and ment over how much development County and shootings in mosques as In addition, in April, two Walt MCPS come up with a best-practices that would be great.” should be permitted, but even there far away as New Zealand, and big- Whitman High School students document for schools to deal with She went on to note just how I think there’s pretty broad agree- otry and hatred are on the march,” posted a photo of themselves on so- hateful graffiti or comments from badly the county needs affordable ment that it shouldn’t be a surface Hucker said. “And dictators and au- cial media with the n-word written students. housing. parking lot, so I think that’s really thoritarian regimes are growing on it. For many county officials, all “All these schools have different But not everyone expressed good.” around the world, incredibly be- these incidents are part of a growing reactions to this, and so you need to support of further development. Pe- Anderson said that the next cause of the climate that has been trend that they cannot seem to stop. get principals together just like we’re ter Frandsen, who was also attend- step for the sector plan will be for created by the temporary occupant At Churchill High School, getting these students together, so ing the public hearing as a private the planning board to review input of the White House and others.” desks were found to have swastikas they know what other schools are do- citizen, said he was opposed to tall from the community. For Hucker and many of other drawn on them, and, in a separate in- buildings being built to increase ing to combat this,” he said. “I mean, The board will hold its first of the county’s politicians, United cident, officials found “n-word pass- every school is different, every com- density. work session on the sector plan on “Twelve-story buildings don’t States of America President Donald es” that supposedly gave other stu- munity in these schools is different, June 20. J. Trump is to be blamed for inspir- dents permission to use the word. but there is a lot of overlap.” JUNE 6, 2019 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 9 Montgomery County, Maryland NEWS Department of Environmental Protection

PUBLIC NOTICE Moviegoers reflect on the Applications for Temporary Noise Waivers

Watergate Scandal at AFI The Department of Environmental Protection is currently reviewing four applications for Temporary Noise Waivers as allowed under the there are these investigations of By Elle Meyers Montgomery County Noise Control Ordinance, Chapter 31B, Section @_ElleMeyers Trump and the Mueller Report (that 11(a). are without direction). The lesson is SILVER SPRING— On May the independence of the media is not 29, print journalist Bob Woodward just that we’re not going to be pushed The first Temporary Noise Waiver is being requested by Balfour Beatty made an appearance at Silver Springs’ around by the president, but we have Construction, 11325 Random Hills Rd., Fairfax, Virginia, to allow American Film Institute (AFI Silver) to look at the justice department in- nighttime demolition of an exterior courtyard at 7200 Wisconsin Ave., after a sold out showing of the movie vestigation,” Woodward said. “It Bethesda. The work is being performed at night to alleviate traffic con- “All the President’s Men.” would be a shame in the Trump case if gestion, pedestrian safety concerns, and impacts on local businesses. AFI Silver kicked off its Fourth we don’t investigate on our own. I The work is scheduled to begin on June 20, 2019, during weekdays Estate Film Series, which covers the don’t mean investigate the investiga- (Sunday – Thursday) 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. world of journalism, with a screening tors; I mean, find sources (of our of the 1976 film “All the President’s COURTESY PHOTO Bob Woodward own).” Men” and a question-and-answer ses- Woodward explained that inves- The second Temporary Noise Waiver is being requested by Blue Curb sion with one of the Washington Post AFI Silver opened its doors for a tigative journalists need to research LLC, 673 Potomac Station, Leesburg, Virginia, to allow nighttime journalists the movie is based on, Bob 7 p.m. screening of “All the Presi- and gain access to the President’s tax power washing of several building exteriors along Crown Park Ave. Woodward and the Watergate Scan- dent’s Men,” starring Robert Redford returns and work on finding new and Copley Pl. The work is being performed at night to address pedes- dal. and Dustin Hoffman as two Washing- sources to question. trian safety concerns and impacts to local businesses. The project is According to the national branch ton Post journalists uncovering the “I do think there are more scheduled to begin around 9:00 p.m. on June 17, 2019 and may expand of AFI, the theater building in Silver Watergate Scandal. sources, I have found people that Spring was saved from demolition Woodward stumbled upon what Mueller didn’t talk to,” he said. to additional Monday nights if needed. through a community effort by Mont- seemed to be a minor break-in at the Woodward, of course, main- gomery County residents and given a Democratic National Headquarters tained his source’s privacy just as he The third Temporary Noise Waiver is being requested by Hamel landmark designation to keep it in its housed in the Watergate Hotel prior to did when he was covering the Water- Builder’s, Inc., 5710 Furnace Ave., Elkridge, Maryland, to allow after- place. the 1972 presidential elections. gate Scandal. hours drilling for installation of soldier piles at 9616 Main St., Damas- The building underwent renova- Upon further investigation, it be- The sold out theater was filled cus. The work is being performed after-hours due to the close proxim- tion and reopened to the public as an came clear that the story went well be- with people enthralled by the Water- ity of overhead power lines that must be deenergized as per OSHA Reg- AFI theater and cultural center back in yond basic burglary. gate story; many had lived through it. April 2003. Woodward, alongside fellow Theresa Lochte was one who ulations. The work is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. on June 21st and “This marks another milestone in Washington Post reporter Carl Bern- lived through it and remembered completed around 1:00 p.m. on June 22nd. The work hours will be 6:00 the history of Silver Spring, the day stein, uncovered a story that would hearing about the scandal. She said p.m. to 12:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. to around 1:00 p.m. that the Silver Theater emerges from end a presidency. that she was in her mid-20s when Wa- the dust of its past to become a show- The real-life Woodward received tergate was front-page news. The fourth Temporary Noise Waiver is being requested by DGS Con- case for films of all genres,” said for- a standing ovation from the crowd at “I lived Watergate, and I am liv- struction, LLC, 3717 Crondall La., Owings Mills, Maryland, to allow mer Montgomery County Executive AFI Silver before beginning the ques- ing Trump,” she said. “I kept up with after-hours work related to large continuous concrete pours and erec- Douglas Duncan at the time of the ren- tion-and-answer portion of the night, all the politics, I worked for former ovation. “The AFI Silver undoubtedly moderated by Washington Monthly presidential candidate George Mc- tion of a tower crane at 7750 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda. The work is will become an internationally known Editor-In-Chief Paul Glastris. Govern. I was involved, and now I’m being performed at night to alleviate traffic congestion, pedestrian landmark in the world of film.” Woodward, a former Sentinel re- old and retired but still involved.” safety concerns, and impacts on local businesses. The work is sched- AFI Silver shows movies and porter, noted how the movie accurate- Judd Proctor was another at- uled to begin around June 17, 2019, and the work hours will be 9:00 film that are generally hard to find at ly dealt with the mistakes he and tendee who remembered the Water- p.m. to 5:00 a.m. weekdays. conventional theaters. Bernstein made in working on the sto- gate Scandal. “The AFI Silver will present an ry. “Woodward is so well known, The applications and related documents are available for public inspec- unprecedented variety of both Ameri- “It dealt quite forthrightly with and people trust his judgment and his can and international cinema in an on- the mistakes, particularly on the answers, so I think that’s what tion and may be viewed on the Department’s website by visiting the going series of festivals, screenings Haldeman story,” Woodward said. “I brought the crowd out and that’s what Noise Waivers & Suppression Plans page at: https://www.mont- and special events, including film- think in many ways that was the worst brought me out. He talks in a thought- gomerycountymd.gov/DEP/contact/noise-documents.html#waivers. maker interviews, panels, discussions mistake of my life; we thought we ful way; you can trust what he says,” The Department will receive comments on the application for a mini- and musical performances that place were finished.” Proctor said. “I remember at that point mum of ten (10) days after publication of this notice. the art on screen in a broader cultural But through more investigative I was in high school, so to me it wasn’t context,” wrote AFI of the newly ren- work, the two were able to connect H. that central to my life, but to see Pres- ovated theater. R Haldeman, who served as Nixon’s ident Nixon leave in the helicopter Comments, questions or requests to examine documents may be direct- AFI Silver was originally de- White House chief of staff, to pay- was shocking.” ed to Steve Martin, DEP/DEPC, 255 Rockville Pike, Suite 120 signed by architect John Eberson in ments allotted to the burglars. AFI Silver will continue its Rockville, MD, 20850. Telephone 240-777-7746, Fax 240-777-7715 or 1938, according to AFI. The building Woodward noted in the discus- Fourth Estate Film Series and its jour- email [email protected]. houses three theaters -- two stadium sion his worries over the current polit- nalism theme into June with movies style and one historic -- along with ical climate and fruitless investiga- like “Broadcast News” on June 5 and space for meetings, reception and ex- tions into President Donald Trump. “His Girl Friday” on June 16, among 00038091 1t 06/06/19 hibition areas. “I’ve worried right this week that others.

PlacePlace youryour adsads inin The Sentinel CallCall LonnieLonnie JohnsonJohnson atat 301-306-9500301-306-9500 10 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL JUNE 6, 2019 AUTO Reinvented Honda Passport is a sensible crossover but makes the Passport a bit awkward By Brady Holt @BradyHoltAutos in tight quarters. The 3.5-liter V6 engine packs a If you bought an SUV back in healthy 280 horsepower but uses that the 1990s, you might be familiar with strength to feel effortless more than the first Honda Passport. eagerly vigorous. Gas mileage is competitive at 22 mpg in mixed dri- ving, with front-wheel-drive and 21 mpg with all-wheel-drive; the tested Auto Drive all-wheel-drive Passport did beat EPA ratings to average about 25 mpg By in a week of driving. Brady Holt Overall, the Passport brings ul- tra-useful sensibility to a segment where key competitors like the Nis- san Murano, Jeep Grand Cherokee When SUVs were becoming and Chevrolet Blazer are focused ubiquitous on American streets but more on style, luxury or some. Like Honda had not yet developed one as the Pilot, it is a smooth, spacious, the company worked out a deal with mild-mannered minivan dressed like truck maker Isuzu to sell the Rodeo an SUV; the Passport just wears more SUV under the Honda Passport convincing camouflage. name. (In exchange, Isuzu got to sell Contrast the boxy Pilot to the the Honda Odyssey minivan as the 2019 Nissan Murano, which we also Oasis.) tested recently. It exudes luxury, with Honda discontinued the Pass- its flowing lines that show off its non- port in 2002 to focus on its compact utility focus. It has less cargo room CR-V and eight-passenger Pilot than the Passport, or even Nissan’s crossovers. But except for the short- compact Rogue, and you do not get lived and unsuccessful Accord Cross- open-air visibility. But no one is go- tour liftback, the company mostly ig- ing to mistake the Murano for a 2.5- nored the midsize five-passenger seg- kids family car. ment. That is not to say the Murano is COURTESY PHOTOS For 2019, Honda has reintro- not also a useful midsize crossover. The new 2019 Honda Passport midsize crossover (top), priced from $33,035, is a smaller and tougher-looking version duced the Passport to fill that hole in Any SUV-type vehicle this size is go- of the popular Pilot. However, the 2019 Nissan Murano (bottom) trades maximum interior space and outward visibility its lineup. But unlike the old truck- ing to have a decently-sized interior, for eye-catching curves. like Passport or the style-focused seg- both for passengers and cargo. It is ment norm, this new Passport is a just that Nissan focused on design highly sensible model with generous first, cubic feet second. interior space, huge windows and a The current-generation Murano smooth ride. debuted back in 2015, but it just got Honda created the Passport by fresh updates for 2019 that include lopping about six inches off the back styling and mechanical tweaks and a of the Pilot and tweaking some new infotainment system with An- styling details. The company hopes droid Auto and Apple CarPlay smart- the changes will be enough to woo phone integration. And you can now buyers who found the roomy, bland buy extra-plush, quilt-patterned Pilot to be too much like a minivan. leather upholstery, which makes a Prices start at $33,035, which is a lit- dazzling first impression when you tle bit more than the base Pilot, but open the door. that is due to extra standard features; On the road, though, the Murano comparably equipped, the Passport is feels its age. Even compared to the a few thousand dollars less than its bigger, wider Passport, the Murano sibling. has no sporty moves. Its powerful V6 The Passport’s stubbier length engine makes more of a moan than a gives the vehicle unexpectedly en- roar, and its steering can feel unnatur- dearing proportions, looking like a al. The dashboard’s design and build boxy SUV instead of a tall car. At the quality also show their age if you start same time, the Passport benefits from to look at the stylish Murano against a the Pilot’s family-function design true luxury SUV, though it remains with a ridiculously roomy interior, competitive in its own class. though it does not have a sporty or The Murano does boast excel- luxurious vibe. lent fuel economy for a V6-powered Passenger and cargo space are crossover: 23 miles per gallon in both best in class, and the cabin is mixed driving with either front- or packed with cubbies and cup holders. all-wheel-drive. But if the Murano’s The front passengers feel acres away elegant aesthetics are not enough to from each other, as in a full-size SUV, win your heart, key competitors offer and the rear seat easily fits three more for the money overall. Prices across with ample legroom and a flat start at $32,415. fortable and affordable but less-than- CR-V, Nissan Rogue, Subaru 2019 Honda Passport and visit floor. Shop the Passport and Murano speedy Subaru Outback; and the off- Forester and Toyota RAV4. And if tinyurl.com/sentinel-murano to see For better or for worse, the Pass- against the flashy but pricey Chevro- road-ready Jeep Grand Cherokee. you are looking for refinement with- more photos of the tested 2019 Nis- port also drives like a Pilot: smooth, let Blazer (which we are testing this Meanwhile, if you are looking out needing maximum space, the san Murano. quiet and effortless, generally pol- week and will write more about for a spacious interior without de- Chevrolet Equinox and its GMC Ter- ished to perfection without much ex- soon); the well-rounded but less visu- manding an ultra-quiet ride and pow- rain twin might be a great fit. Brady Holt is a member of the citement. It is wider than most com- ally dazzling Ford Edge; the bargain- erful engine, check out extra-roomy Visit tinyurl.com/sentinel-pass- Washington Automotive Press Asso- petitors, which helps interior volume priced Hyundai Santa Fe; the com- compact crossovers like the Honda port to see more photos of the tested ciation. JUNE 6, 2019 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 11 ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT British Players carry on English tradition with new Music Hall miliar with the songs being per- bawdy, naughty, and sometimes By Barbara Trainin Blank @traininblank formed but also new people who just good fun,” she said. “These have never attended a Music Hall were not high-brow acts like Shake- It probably is not often that a before.” speare.” cultural group originates in an em- A point of interest for the latter Unlike traditional theater, Mu- bassy. But that was the case with might be that the influence of Amer- sic Halls do not have a written story The British Players, a troupe now ican Vaudeville came from by or fully developed characters, who celebrating its 55th anniversary. Al- British music halls, where such en- instead sing songs to the show who though they moved from the British tertainment greats as Stan Laurel they are, Allred added. Embassy in 2011 to Kensington and Charlie Chaplin got their start. Audiences get a chance to se- Town Hall, the Players retain their Jim and Jane Henson translated it lect songs in the second act, chosen British traditions. into The Muppet Show, said Teri to honor the artistry of specific The Players typically present Klein Allred, who is directing the players, she added. British plays, known as Pan- current British Players Music Hall. There are also such crowd- tomimes, which combine song, Klein Allred has worked with pleasers as “Let Me Call You dance, buffoonery, slapstick, in- the troupe for seven years. She Sweetheart” and “After the Ball,” jokes, audience participation and trained as a ballerina -- with her first as well as rounds such as Pack Up mild innuendos. Performances hap- teacher having been British -- and Your Troubles.” pened at Christmastime and Old now, she is staging a Players pro- Meanwhile, as Lilek prepares Time British Music Halls. duction for the first time. for his final Players performance, The British Players will per- “I had to do a lot of research to he thinks about how much he was form their version of a Music Hall honor the British Music Hall tradi- going to miss them. Lilek drew an event for their 53rd time as a part of tion,” Klein Allred said, “but, at the interest in British culture and stud- their tradition. same time, I wanted to bring my ied abroad in England, where he Music halls originated in the own artistic touch.” saw a great deal of theater and his late 19th century in the saloons of Her job was made easier by the first pantomime. COURTESY PHOTO public houses and mostly faded ability to rely on some long-time “When I moved back to Wash- The British Players Company members rehearse a group dance number for away after World War I. They incor- troupe members, who are experts in ington and saw the Players were Old Time Music Hall, their next production. The Old Time Music Hall takes porated popular songs, comedy and the art form, such as Malcolm Ed- holding auditions, I said, why not?” place at Kensington Town Hall from June 7-22. specialty and variety acts, as do The wards, who plays the chairman. he said. British Players version, said Joe “Every show has a mischie- Now, he performs “My Little “It’s more of a cabaret setting,” place at the British Players’ perfor- Lilek, who is coming off the board vous Mr. Chairman,” said Klein Busy Bumble Bee” in the Music Lilek said. “It’s a blast.” mance space at Kensington Town because he is relocating. Lilek is Allred. Also participating are typi- Hall as part of a trio. Carol Strachan is the producer Hall from June 7-22. 3710 Mitchell performing in this latest Music Hall. cal acts: The Bow Belles, Edwar- Lastly, the setting alterations of the Old Time Music Hall. Arielle Street, Kensington. Admission (of “It is exciting,” he said, “that dians, soloists and Cheeky Chappie bring an authentic touch. Instead of Bayer provided musical direction, $32 general admission) includes our Music Halls audiences tend to Albert Coia. traditional theater seats, audience to a five-piece orchestra. beer, wine, sodas and nibbles. draw both people that are very fa- “Music Halls were sometimes members will sit at cocktail tables. The Old Time Music Hall takes www.britishplayers.org. Farewells and new beginnings in ABA’s spring concert of ‘Don Quixote’ cerpts from Don Quixote, a ballet Jessica Novakovich and Petra Zika By Barbara Trainin Blank @traininblank composed by Ludwig Minkus and from Manassas Ballet in Virginia choreographed by Marius Petipa. and Elise Haukenes, USC Thornton In her third year in the Akhme- Such illustrious dancers as Mikhail School of Music. dova Ballet Academy (ABA), Baryshnikov and Rudolf Nureyev “When my former graduates Katherine Newcomb’s time is fin- have performed the title role. are in town, most come back to take ishing up as she is headed in the fall Playing the lead here is guest dance classes again,” Akhmedova to Boston University to take dance artist in the ABA production is said. and dance-related classes. Masanori Takiguchi, a Tokyo native She graduated with honors “I want to dance as long as pos- with the Washington Ballet Studio from the Bolshoi Ballet Academy in sible,” she said. Company. Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and the But Jacqueline Akhmedova, Newcomb, graduating from St. Ukrainian Academy of Dance in founder and artistic director of the Andrew’s in Potomac, said she is Kyiv. academy, has given Newcomb a de- very excited about her partner. For 20 years, she was a princi- parting gift: the role of Kitri in the “I never expected that,” she pal dancer with the Bolshoi Ballet in ballet Don Quixote, based on the fa- said. “It’s a privilege to work with Tashkent, the Munich State Opera mous Miguel de Cervantes novel. him.” Ballet, and the Vienna State Opera Kitri, a lovely but defiant girl, wants Newcomb also loves the part of Ballet, dancing every major role in to marry Basilio, rather than the man Kitri. the classical and contemporary chosen by her father. “She’s very flirtatious and con- repertoire. In fact, it is a dual role, since fident and gets the guy she wants,” But Akhmedova seems most Kitri appears in Don Quixote’s COURTESY PHOTO she laughed. proud of her students, who have dream as Dulcinea, whom he idol- Katherine Newcomb performs as the lead female role in the Akhmedova After studying for five years at won such prestigious competitions izes as the perfect woman. Ballet Academy’s spring concert of “Don Quixote.” The concert will take another school, Newcomb switched as the Youth America Grand Prix Akhmedova, who initially place on June 8 at 7 p.m. at the Montgomery College Cultural Arts Center. to Akhmedova because of its small and Prix de Lausanne. came to the United States from Rus- classes, which enables close rela- They have gone on to success- sia to teach at the Kirov Academy of training program is for youngsters Silver Spring in September. In addi- tionships to develop between teach- ful careers in such companies as Ballet of Washington, D.C. before 10 to 18 or 19. There is also a para- tion to classes, it offers two public ers and students. American Ballet Theater, New York founding her own school, had a professional program for 8- to 10- performances, one in the fall and one Often graduates of the academy City Ballet, Boston Ballet and Vien- dream: To train dancers expressly to year-olds. in the spring, and several outreach return to participate in its dance na State Opera Ballet, among oth- enter professional dance companies. What also distinguishes ABA is performances a year at senior facili- concerts, which is lovely, said ers. Most do, she said, though some its teaching method, known as the ties and schools. Akhmedova. This year, they are The spring concert will take students, like Newcomb, pursue Vaganova. This year’s spring concert has Deanna Pearson, who has danced place on June 8 at 7 p.m. at the higher education before getting back Akhmedova Ballet Academy is two components: an original work with the Staatsballett Berlin, among Montgomery College Cultural Arts on the dancing track. in Four Corners, though it will be choreographed by students to the other companies; Abigail Kasten, at Center, 7995 Georgia Ave, Silver The academy’s professional moving to the heart of downtown music of their choosing, and ex- the First State Ballet in Delaware; Spring. www.akhmedovaballet.org. 12 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL JUNE 6, 2019 NEWS OBITUARY came lifelong bridge partners, met friends they kept as lifelong Bar Association of Montgomery friends, and joined the Society of Friends, known as Quakers. Priscilla lived with John in Millbrook, NY, and in Olney, MD, County celebrates its 125th year raising her children with Quaker In her remarks, Hostetter urged marks. “So, I want to talk today about values and sharing with them her By Elle Meyers love of organic gardening, land- @_ElleMeyers her fellow members to donate their not only the challenges we face but time and effort to work on pro bono the opportunity to make the law more scaping with native plants and BETHESDA — The Bar Associ- cases. just for everyone in our communities. care for the environment. She was ation of Montgomery County held She noted that the number of These are truly extraordinary times.” a member of the Nine Partners their 125th Law Celebration and an- hours dedicated to pro bono cases in She noted how much the land- Garden Club in NY and the nual meeting on May 31. that Bar Association of Montgomery scape of women’s equality has Seedling Garden Club in MD and Debra S. Katz, who has served as County is low. changed in recent years, from the rev- became a flower show judge for litigator for high-profile cases, such as “Our county has one of the low- elation of President of the United Priscilla P. deVeer the State of New York. Priscilla Dr. Christine Blasey Ford’s testimony est pro bono participation rates in the States of America Donald Trump’s served on the Environmental Edu- in front of Congress, was tapped to be state,” Hostetter said. “We have to be comments on the Access Hollywood Priscilla P. deVeer passed cation committee of the New York the keynote speaker of the event. She able to do better; it’s not only our legal tape when he was running for Presi- away on May 17, 2019, after suf- State Garden Club, and she was was the founding partner of Katz, obligation but it’s our moral impera- dent, to the Women’s March follow- fering a fall and then succumbing instrumental in convincing New Marshall & Banks in Washington, tive.” ing his inauguration, to the #Metoo to pneumonia. Priscilla was 90 York State Thruway to plant vast D.C. She suggested that instead of movement. years old. expanses of perennial wildflow- The Bar Association of Mont- having a few lawyers clock huge Katz speculated that the Priscilla was born June 30, ers. Priscilla then became the gomery County was founded in 1894. amounts of hours for pro bono cases, #MeToo movement opened the door 1928, in Worcester, MA, daughter New York representative to the According to William Canby, a all the members of the bar association for Dr. Ford’s testimony, and said her of Alice Violet Comley Peirce and National Council of State Garden former president of the association, should pledge just 10 hours of their courage has inspired other women to Walter Theodore Peirce. She had 2 Clubs. In 1999 Priscilla was one many lawyers who are members of time to dedicate to free services. speak out as well. brothers who predeceased her, of the Editors of Stewards of the the local association today can trace “I know with certainty that “Speaking out was a demand for Walter T. Peirce, Jr. and Norris their roots to the original founders in Land: A Survey of Landscape Ar- everyone in this room can do just 10 change,” she said. Ridgway Peirce. Priscilla was chitecture and Design in America Montgomery County. Canby, for in- hours,” she said. Katz noted that there has been an married to her husband John An- stance, was one of those lawyers be- for the National Council of State Hostetter said that pro bono epidemic of inequality in this nation ton deVeer, for 65 years. John pre- Garden Clubs. While living in Ol- fore his death in 1994. work is fulfilling and gratifying even and that fairness is the bedrock prin- deceased her in 2015. She is sur- “These ties endure through time: if it is still work. She also noted that ciple for the rule of law that lawyers ney MD, Priscilla served as a vived by two children, Susan member of the Board of Directors for example, I am related by blood to the need for free legal services in should be fighting for. Comley deVeer and her husband four of those founders, and other asso- Montgomery County cases far out- Audience members said they for Sandy Spring Friends School W. Paul Morrison of Fairfield, PA, and was elected Board Chair. ciation members enjoy similar links,” weighs what the bar association can found Katz’s remarks inspiring. and James Arnold deVeer II and Canby wrotes. “The founders were pi- provide, especially because the coun- Maura Lynch who practices law After retirement Priscilla and his wife Cathy North deVeer of John made their home at the Quak- oneers not only in the county but in ty council did not allocate money to- at Rismiller Law Group in Rockville Hanover, MA, two grandchildren, the state.” ward the association’s pro bono fund called the speech “amazing.” er retirement community of Dana North Knochel and her hus- Kendal at Longwood, Kennett Over the years, Montgomery this year. “I give talks a lot in high schools band Matthew Knochel of Hamil- County grew, and so too did the Bar The keynote speaker, Katz, not- and practice divorce law so I’m al- Square, PA. A memorial service is Association. ton, Ohio, and John Anton deVeer planned for June 29th at 2pm in ed the important role lawyers play in ways dealing with empowerment III (Jay) and his partner Melinda The 125th Law Day celebration shaping laws. with my clients,” she said. the auditorium at Kendal Long- included workshops that included Bossi of Halifax, MA, and two wood. There will be a reception Katz, who specializes in em- Theodore Stein of Offit Kurman great-grandchildren, Theodore strategies to drum up more business, ployment discrimination, civil rights in Bethesda said that he welcomes the directly after the service. getting tricky evidence admitted in a and whistleblower protection, was a challenge of promoting equality. He Wayne Knochel and Eleanor Priscilla loved flowers, but trial, and methods to avoid burnout. part of Ford’s legal team when she explained that in his field of employ- Leigh Knochel of Hamilton, Ohio. the family requests that instead of After the workshops, bar associ- testified against Brett Kavanaugh’s ment law there are many opportuni- Priscilla was a graduate of flowers, please make a donation to ation members gathered for lunch, an appointment to the Supreme Court ties to improve equality practices, in The Bancroft School in Worcester, the American Friends Service awards ceremony, and the keynote last year. hiring, training, payment and other MA, and Swarthmore College in Committee. speech. “As a civil rights lawyer, I have areas as well. Swarthmore, PA. She was in the Heather Hostetter, a partner at to be optimistic; you cannot do this “Be brave and relentless in your class of 1950. While at Swarth- Arrangements by Kuzo Fu- Hostetter and Strent, LLC, serves as work without a great deal of opti- pursuit of justice,” Katz said in her fi- more College, Priscilla met John neral Home of Kennett Square, president of the bar association. mism,” Katz said in her opening re- nal remarks. deVeer. They were married, be- PA.

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BLACK ROCK CENTER FOR THE ARTS FREE SUMMER CONCERTS Jun. 22 – July 21. 4:00 P.M. Play entitled "Fire Jun. 06. 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. Weekly outdoor con- In My Eyes," written and directed by Dr. Percy • FREE SUMMER CONCERT – MAMA’S certs kick-off in downtown Bethesda. Attendees Thomas, Artistic Director of Heralds of Hope The- BLACK SHEEP JUNE 29, 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM can also purchase food, beer and wine from down- ater Company opens on June 22. This is a new play town Bethesda restaurants during the concert. This that was inspired by the pain observed in Black • FREE SUMMER CONCERT – MARV ASH- series, produced by the Bethesda Urban Partnership, mothers and grandmothers who have had to cope BY & HIGH OCTANEJULY 6, 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM features free Thursday evening concerts during May with police shootings of innocent sons and daugh- and June. The concerts offer a diverse range of mu- ters. Venue: The Randolph Theater, 4010 Randolph • FREE SUMMER CONCERT – THE VI- sic including folk, funk, reggae and rock. The con- Road, Silver Spring. Saturdays and Sundays only. KINGS JULY 13, 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM certs take place on Thursday evenings, from 6 – Tickets: $25 adults, $10 students and $15 groups of 8pm in Veterans Park, located at the corner of 10 people or more. • FREE SUMMER CONCERT – DAVID COLE Woodmont and Norfolk Avenues. No outside alco- & MAIN STREET BLUES JULY 20, 2019, 7:00 hol is allowed. Additional dates: June 13. WALTZ DANCE PM - 9:30 PM Jun. 23. 2:45 - 3:30 P.M. Join us for a Waltz OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING Dance in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park STRATHMORE Jun. 06. 7:15 -- 8:30 P.M. Overeaters Anony- featuring the ensemble Avant Gardeners playing a • EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION mous meeting at the Rockville Church of Christ, lively mix of folk waltzes with a few other couple THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2018, 7:00 P.M. | 1450 Montgomery Ave., Rockville (in Parish dances, including Hambo, Schottische, Swing, Tan- THE MANSION House) every Thursday. For further information - COURTESY PHOTO go, and Polka. The 45-minute dance lesson begins at and a list of other meetings, http://www.oa- Bluegrass band Ashby & High Octane brings bluegrass to the Black 2:45 p.m. with a half-hour introductory Waltz work- • DAVINA & THE VAGABONDS FRIDAY, dcmetro.org/ or Linda S at 301-641-9508 Rock stage on July 6. The show is part of Black Rock's free shop and a more advanced move presented the last JUNE 7, 2019, 8:00 PM | AMP summer concert series. 15 minutes. Social dancing follows until 6 pm. Ad- THE ELEPHANT SHOP mission is $13, $5 full-time students with ID. No • BSO: MAHLER SYMPHONY NO. 9 SATUR- Jun. 06. 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. The Elephant partner required. The Glen Echo National Park is lo- DAY, JUNE 8, 2019, 8:00 PM | THE MUSIC CEN- Shop at the Friends House Retirement Community cated at 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD TER (17320 Quaker Lane in Sandy Spring) will only be Trail. We are part of the larger parkrun global com- Blvd., Glen Echo, MD 20812. 20812. open in June on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The shop munity - more than 1300 events intended to build • TREY SORRELLS, JAZZ SAXOPHONIST will be closed July and August for the summer. Sale healthy and well-connected communities. All ages HOMEOWNERS’ PROPERTY TAX CRED- LIBRARIAN'S CHOICE BOOK DISCUS- WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, & 26, 2019, 7:30PM | proceeds benefit seniors in the Sandy Spring Ashton and abilities welcome! Every Saturday morning at IT WORKSHOP SION THE MANSION Community. Thank you for your support. Addition- 9:00am. Jun. 09. 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. A Homeowners’ Prop- Jun. 27. 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. Group meets 4th al date: June 11. Where: Rock Creek Trail, Beach Dr and Cedar erty Tax Credit Workshop will be held at the Aspen Thursday of the month (except November and De- THE FILLMORE Ln. Hill Library, 4407 Aspen Hill Road, Aspen Hill, cember). Copies of the book are available at the Cir- • THE SPECIALS - ENCORE 40TH AN- MD. This is a free program sponsored by the Aspen culation Desk. Call Quince Orchard Library at 240- NIVERSARY TOUR WITH L.A. SALAMI MON- JUN 07 FOOD ADDICTS ANONYMOUS Hill Civic Association, Friends of the Aspen Hill Li- 777-0200 for more information. Quince Orchard Li- DAY, JUNE 10, 2019, 8:00 PM Jun. 08. 9:30 – 10:30 A.M. Food Addicts Anony- brary, and Aspen Hill Library Advisory Committee. brary, 15831 Quince Orchard Road, Gaithersburg, BRITISH PLAYERS OLD TIME MUSIC mous meets every Saturday at the Unitarian Univer- Space is limited, so please RSVP at (202) 285-5837 MD 20878. For more information call 240-777- HALL • GOOD CHARLOTTE SUNDAY, JUNE 30, salist Church, 100 Welsh Park Drive, Building #4, or [email protected]. 0200. Jun. 7. The British Players Old Time Music Hall 2019, 8:00 PM Rockville, MD 20850. We welcome new members. – Celebrating 55 Years. The Old Time Music Hall For questions, please visitwww.foodaddictsanony- WALTZ DANCE arrives this June to celebrate 55 years of The British WOLF TRAP mous.org or call Valerie @ 240-543-3090 Jul. 07. 2:45 - 3:30 P.M. – Waltz Workshop | Players, featuring a selection of songs and dances JUN 10 • LAKE STREET DIVE | THE WOOD 3:30 to 6:00 P.M. – Dance. Join us for a Waltz that have brought joy, laughter, and even tears to our SILVER SPRING GARDEN CLUB BROTHERS SATURDAY, JUNE 08, 2019, 7:30 MATT WILT'S HAND/EYE Dance in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park audiences throughout the years. Evening Perfor- Jun. 10. 8:00 P.M. The Silver Spring Garden PM | THE FILENE CENTER Jun. 08. 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. Artists Reception. Matt on featuring the ensemble Tainted Romaine. This mances: June 7, 8, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 • Doors open at Club invites you to a talk on: Succulents, Temperen- Wilt creates works that incorporate motion and versatile band will provide a lively mix of folk 7:30pm. Curtain at 8:00pm. Matinee performances: nials, and Shrubs for Low Maintenance Landscapes. • JOHNNY MATHIS | THE VOICE OF RO- sound by using mechanical components and draw- waltzes with a few other couple dances, including June 9, 15, 16 • Doors open at 1:30pm. Curtain at We all want plants that provide color and texture all MANCE TOUR SATURDAY, JUNE 05, 2019, 8:00 ing from the traditions of Dadaist and Surrealist Hambo, Schottische, Swing, Tango, and Polka. Ad- 2:00 pm. Location: Kensington Town Hall, 3710 season long, and they must withstand weeks of P.M. | THE FILENE CENTER sculpture. The enigmatic collection of objects seeks mission is $13. No partner required. The Glen Echo Mitchell St., Kensington, MD 20895. Ticket Price: drought bracketed by weeks of saturation. See some to present a more eclectic vision of art and transcend National Park is located at 7300 MacArthur Blvd., $32 General Admission • $27 - Groups of 8 or of the newest succulents for outdoor containers that some of the common stereotypes associated with a Glen Echo, MD 20812. more, Admission includes beer, wine, sodas and thrive with little or no watering on sunny decks and given medium. In Hand/Eye he showcases the in- JUN 06 nibbles. patios. Learn about tender plants that thrive in heat herent value of material craftsmanship and how it WASHINGTONIAN'S BEST OF WASHING- and humidity and fill space in beds quickly. Where: can be utilized to reinforce and give structure to our TON PARTY FAB FRIDAY HAPPY HOURS Brookside Gardens, Visitors Center/Education creative mindset. Where: Brentwood Arts Ex- Jun. 06. Washingtonian will celebrate its annual Jun. 07. 6:00 P.M. – 12:00 A.M. Excitement, en- Building, 1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton. Please join change, 3901 Rhode Island Ave., Brentwood, MD guide to the Best of Washington—published in the ergy, laughs.... they all await at the area's BEST en- us for refreshments, provided by club members, af- 20722. Exhibit runs through Aug. 17. magazine’s June issue—at the annual Best of Wash- tertainment center in the heart of Montgomery ter the talk. This event is FREE and open to the pub- ington party on Thursday, June 6, 2019 at the Na- County. And now on Fridays from 6pm to 12mid all lic. No RSVP required. tional Building Museum. Attendees will enjoy live adventures are just $6. So, strap on a high-tech suit, entertainment and will have the opportunity to sip enter the HUGE multi-level arena and prepare for JUN 09 cocktails and sample bites from a combination of the adventure of a lifetime! PLUS - on Fab Friday A SUMMER CONCERT GALA JUN 12 Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants and enjoy pizza for just $1 a slice. And during Fab Fri- Jun. 09. 3:00 P.M. Presented by the National In- SQUARE DANCE LESSONS AND DANC- Best of Washington June issue survey winners all day, the winner of every game plays "Shoot to stitutes of Health (NIH) Community Orchestra and ING under one roof. Best Of Washington sponsors in- Thrill" - Take one shot... and if you hit the target Chorus. The one-time only performance will take Jun. 12. 7:30 – 9:45 P.M. Square dance lessons clude American Beverage Association, GEICO, WIN two free adventures. Where: ShadowLand - place at Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church, and dancing at North Chevy Chase Christian United Airlines, Ketel One, and more. A portion of Gaithersburg 624 Quince Orchard Road. Through 9601 Cedar Lane, Bethesda, Maryland. Free park- Church, 8814 Kensington Parkway (in Parish PHOTO BY GARRETT BORN ticket sales benefits The Leukemia & Lymphoma February 2020. ing, no tickets; donations welcome to benefit the House). Alternate Wednesdays. $7 per person, Con- Society. Early bird ticket pricing will be in effect NIH charities. Reception immediately following the Singer-pianist Davina Sowers tact phone number: 301-598-2574. http://www.ger- through April 1. performance. For more information, please visit the and her jazz blues band Davina rymanders.info/ JUN 08 following website: http://www.nihco.org or call and the Vagabonds headline ART IN MEDITATION – THE CHAKRAS 240-277-3480. concert at Strathmore's AMP on DERWOOD FARMERS MARKET SQUARE DANCE PLUS-LEVEL LESSONS ART EXHIBIT Friday, June 7. Jun. 08. 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Open rain or AND DANCING Jun. 6 – 30. “Art in Meditation – the Chakras” WALTZ DANCE shine every Saturday through October 26. A com- Jun. 12. At the plus level, square dance lessons features area artists interpreting the chakra energies. Jun. 09. Join us for a Waltz Dance in the Spanish munity market featuring fresh, local fruits, veggies, and dancing at North Chevy Chase Christian 2019 YOUTH SUMMER ART CAMP AT The exhibit, juried by contemporary artist Jeff Er- Ballroom at Glen Echo Park featuring the ensemble meats, baked goodies, arts, kids’ activities, live mu- Church, 8814 Kensington Parkway (in Parish DEL RAY ARTISANS ickson, will have an associated Art-To-Go market- Elixir playing a lively mix of folk waltzes with a sic... Meet sustainable local farmers and from- House). Alternate Wednesdays: 7:30 p.m. to 9:45 Register for Del Ray Artisans 2019 Art Camp! place and special events, First Thursday June 6 and few other couple dances, including Hambo, Schot- scratch makers of edibles & art! Where: Derwood p.m. $7 per person. Contact phone number: 301- Youth ages 8-14 are invited to spend one week Well Ray June 22. Opening reception Friday, June tische, Swing, Tango, and Polka. The 45-minute Farmers Market 16501 Redland Road, Rockville, 598-2574. http://www.gerrymanders.info/ (choose July 15-19 or July 22-26) learning and cre- 7, 7-9 pm, and summer solstice reception Friday, dance lesson begins at 2:45 p.m. with a half-hour in- MD 20855. ating through a variety of art skills and methodolo- June 21, 7-9 pm. View exhibit at Del Ray Artisans troductory Waltz workshop and a more advanced gies, followed by a one-day gallery show. All art Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria. move presented the last 15 minutes. Social dancing KENSINGTON PARKRUN Details: DelRayArtisans.org/exhibits follows until 6 pm. Admission is $13, $5 full-time UPCOMING Jun. 08. 9:00 – 10:15 A.M. Kensington parkrun students with ID. No partner required. The Glen BLACK THEATER PRODUCTION: "FIRE is a free, weekly, timed 5K run/walk on Rock Creek Echo National Park is located at 7300 MacArthur IN MY EYES" Continued on page 15 JUNE 6, 2019 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 15

Continued from page 14 Place, Suite #600, Rockville, Maryland, 20855. supplies and snacks are provided. $325 ($300 before Through February 2020. June 1) per child. Scholarships may be available upon request. Queries to OPEN LIFE DRAWING SESSIONS – 2019 Some Fun [email protected]. Del Ray Artisans, Looking for a chance to hone your figure draw- 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301. ing skills? Del Ray Artisans offers a range of open Details: www.DelRayArtisans.org/event/art-camp- life drawing sessions for just this purpose. Just drop 2019 in for the session and bring your supplies to draw or paint our live models. Fee ranges from $8-$12. All ARTISTS IN FICTION BOOK CLUB skill levels are welcome. Del Ray Artisans is located Jul. 17. 7:00 P.M. Strathmore’s art-themed book at 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria VA. See club discovers the lives of Vincent Van Gogh, Frida our calendar for dates and times: Kahlo, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Frank Lloyd Wright. DelRayArtisans.org/life-drawing Explore the fictions of your favorite artists, turning the pages of both popular and lesser-known novels, TRIVIA NIGHTS & TRUE RESPITE then join fellow readers and art enthusiasts one BREWING CO. Wednesday night a month to discuss forgotten Thursday night trivia continues at True Respite painters, mysterious art heists, and miraculous re- Brewing! Trivia starts at 7 pm every Thursday night coveries of masterpieces. Each evening provides an and is hosted by District Trivia. It is free to compete. examination of the factual background along with Come by yourself or with your friends and play for the fiction. Where: Strathmore, Mansion 10701 your chance to win! At the end of each season four Rockville Pike, Rockville MD 20852. teams from each District Trivia location play in the playoffs for large cash prizes! Where: True Respite WALTZ DANCE Brewing Company 7301 Calhoun Pl, Suite 600 Jul. 21. 2:45 - 3:30 P.M. – Waltz Workshop | 3:30 Rockville, Maryland 20855. to 6:00 P.M. – Dance. Join us for a Waltz Dance in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park featuring STITCH AND PLAY the ensemble Waltz Weavers. This versatile band Tuesdays 1:00 – 3:00 P.M. We are adults who will provide a lively mix of folk waltzes with a few enjoy mah-jongg, board & card games, and needle- other couple dances, including Hambo, Schottische, work. Come join us. We will provide mah-jongg sets and board & card games or bring your own. Also, if you stitch, bring your needlework. Space is limited. Please register online. Go to www.mont- gomerycountymd.gov/library. Click Branches, se- lect Quince Orchard Library, then Upcoming events. For more information, call 240-777-0200. This event reoccurs every 1st and 3rd Tuesday. ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLUB Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:45 P.M. An informal conver- sation club for anyone looking to practice and im- prove his/her English conversational skills. Volun- teer facilitators are patient, friendly and talkative. All levels are welcome. Come join us. Registration is not required. Please call 240-777-0200 for more in- formation. Free. Where: Quince Orchard Library / 15831 Quince Orchard Road / Gaithersburg.

COURTESY PHOTO OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING Hip-hop icon Nas teams up with Thursdays. 7:15 – 8:30 P.M. Overeaters Anony- the National Symphony mous meeting Thursdays at the Rockville Church of Orchestra to stage a symphonic Christ, 1450 Montgomery Ave., Rockville (in Parish rendition of Illmatic, on Sunday, House). For further information, http://www.oa- June 14, at Wolf Trap's Filene dcmetro.org/ or Linda S at 301-641-9508. Center. ROCKVILLE FARMERS MARKET Saturdays. 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Every week Swing, Tango, and Polka. Admission is $13. No the Farmers Market transforms itself as different partner required. The Glen Echo National Park is lo- fruits and vegetables become available throughout cated at 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD the season. Your pick of farm-fresh fruits and veg- 20812. etables, bedding plants, cut flowers, preserves, hon- ey, herbs, baked goods, and more. All items offered are picked fresh daily and available as supplies last. ONGOING Where: Jury Parking Lot on the corner of Rt. 28 and Monroe St. Rockville, MD 20850. CREATIVE SUMMER PROGRAMS AT DEL RAY ARTISANS Through August 31. Del Ray Artisans' Creative Summer Programs is a series of workshops explor- Compiled by Tazeen Ahmad ing the arts. Learn techniques in photography (macro and SmartPhone), painting, sculpture, mixed media, jewelry-making, sketching, and more; and discover how to use art for affirmation, communica- tion, and intention. Sign up for what inspires you! Held at Del Ray Artisans (2704 Mount Vernon Av- The Montgomery enue, Alexandria VA) unless noted. Details and reg- County Sentinel regrets to inform istration at DelRayArtisans.org/programs/creative- organizations that only summer/ Montgomery County groups or events located within the HAPPY HOUR FLOW YOGA county will be published on First Friday every month. 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. a space-available basis. Happy Hour Flow Yoga with Thrive Yoga instructor Send news of your group’s Allie Newsom is back at True Respite in 2019! event AT LEAST two weeks Classes are the first Friday of each month from 6-7 in advance to: pm. Join us for a one-hour yoga class then follow up your shavasana with one of True Respite's refresh- The Montgomery County Sentinel 22 W Jefferson St. Suite 309 ing brews! Your $15 ticket includes both the class Rockville, MD. 20850 and one full pour of beer. Beer can be drank before, or email after, or during class. Props to anyone who can bal- [email protected] ance their beer during the practice! Space is limited or call 301.838.0788 so be sure to grab your ticket before the event sells out! True Respite Brewing Company 7301 Calhoun 16 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL JUNE 6, 2019 CLASSIFIEDS

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PHOTOS BY GEORGE SMITH Gaithersburg Giants infielder Brandon Greim (left) prepares to catch a ball for a groundout attempt while starting pitcher Ben Jordan (right) winds up to throw a pitch in Cal Ripken Collegiate Baseball League action between the Gaithersburg Giants and the FCA Herndon Braves on June 4. The Giants won their season opener 3-1 in Gaithersburg. Gaithersburg Giants open new season with win over Braves The Braves struggled offensive- don scrambled to seize the ground- the ninth to put Herndon away for Even though the Giants were By Eva Paspalis @EvaPaspalis ly throughout the game, while ball. Before the Braves could recov- good. victorious, Hord echoed Warren’s Gaithersburg tallied two runs at the er, the Giants had snuck into a lead Gaithersburg starting pitcher sentiments. GAITHERSBURG – Summer bottom of the first inning. that they would not relinquish. Ben Jordan, also from the University “As a collective unit, we really is just around the corner, and the According to Herndon Head While Herndon’s mistakes kept of Kentucky, commended his fellow want each individual to get better. switching of the seasons means it is Coach Chris Warren, allowing the Gaithersburg out in front, the Giants pitchers for nearly blanking the We want to use this summer as an op- time for warm weather, vacations, Giants to earn those first two runs pitchers made quick work of the Braves. portunity to improve our games indi- graduations and the start of the Cal early on threw the Braves off their Braves at bat as they struck out play- “I think a lot of our guys just vidually and make friendships and Ripken Collegiate Baseball League. game. er after player in quick succession. came in and threw strikes, and that’s create bonds that will last long after The league features college “One key error on our part prob- “The pitchers did an excellent all you can ask,” said Jordan. “I think we’re playing college baseball,” said baseball student-athletes from uni- ably was the difference in the game. job just throwing strikes and chal- that always puts you in a good situa- Hord. “Ultimately, we want to take versities all over the United States, as We gave up two in that first inning lenging hitters. I think this win espe- tion to win.” something back with us to our re- well as some international athletes. and that kind of hurt us,” said War- cially was on the pitchers,” said Despite his team’s loss, Warren spective schools, something that will Players have the opportunity to keep ren. “But they’re getting to know one Hord. “As an offensive unit, we had a maintained that playing in the sum- help us in the fall and in the spring their skills sharp during summer another, and we’re getting to know couple of timely hits, and that was mer league is about improving and and beyond.” break, as well as make new friends them. Honestly, the first ten games the difference; we put the ball in play preparing for the regular season. The league’s regular season and play on a new team. are essentially an introduction peri- when they couldn’t.” “Number one, we want to be a schedule lasts through the end of The 2019 season kicked off on od, but obviously, you want to get off For most of the evening, it ap- competitive organization in the July, with games played almost every June 4 with an opening day match-up to a good start.” peared as though Herndon was brac- league. We also want the kids to have day. between the Gaithersburg Giants and Instead, that good start belonged ing for a shutout. After a few fruitless a good experience while they’re Gaithersburg will continue its the FCA Herndon Braves. Fans gath- to Gaithersburg. Sophomore infield- innings, the Braves finally scored at here,” said Warren. “We’ve got some home game streak against the ered at Criswell Automotive Field at er Brendan Hord, a student at the the top of the eighth. local guys, but we’ve got a lot of Alexandria Aces on June 5 and the Kelley Park to watch the Giants open University of Kentucky, stood at the A win was still within reach, but guys from out of town, too, so we D.C. Grays on June 6 before travel- their season with a 3-1 win against plate with bases loaded. Hord’s bat Giants pitcher Matt Watters strung want to make sure they enjoy the ex- ing for its first away game of the sea- the visiting Braves. connected with the pitch and Hern- together three fast outs at the top of perience and get better.” son against the Aces on June 8. 18 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL JUNE 6, 2019 SPORTS Juniors Mbeng and Waters lead Falcons to summer league win changers as well, spreading the ball themselves on is the youth and rela- By Carlos Alfaro @carlosalfarorod around to their teammates to get tive lack of veteran players on their them in the game. Only Mbeng and squad. HYATTSVILLE – The Good Waters got into double-digit territo- “We got to work on things, but Counsel High School boys basket- ry in scoring for either team. that’s what I expected…but that’s ball team had a strong showing in It was a struggle for Spring- what’s going to happen when you their most recent Capital Hoops brook to contain the duo. Rising ju- got a young team, but we’ll be al- Summer League boys’ basketball nior forward Jayden Socka attempt- right,” said Springbrook Head game against Springbrook in a 73- ed to used his six-foot-seven frame Coach Darnell Myers. 35 win on May 31. frustrated Good Counsel's offense Another consistent issue for The game was played at De- and make stops. both teams was three-point shoot- Matha Catholic High School, the “Good Counsel’s a good team. ing: Springbrook shot 1-of-15 for host for this year’s summer league They applied a lot of pressure to our 6.7 percent, and Good Counsel did tournament. The league brings to- defense, and sometimes they were slightly better, shooting 3-of-12 for gether teams from around Washing- able to get through our defense, but 25 percent from the field. ton, D.C., Maryland and Virginia to not all the time,” said Socka. Good Counsel has four rising compete against each other, includ- The game entered halftime seniors on their squad, but only two ing various Montgomery County with a score of 34-18 in favor of of them got minutes in the game. Of teams such as Paint Branch and the Good Counsel. The Blue Devils those two, only rising senior for- Bethesda-Chevy Chase. The league only held the lead once, when they ward Phillip Carter scored, putting culminates in an eight-team playoff scored their opening four points of up four points. Springbrook had a and a championship game on July 3. the game in response to Good Coun- larger squad made up of mostly ris- Good Counsel’s rising junior sel’s first three points. ing juniors and seniors, with eight guards Day’sJuan Waters and Bez While Mbeng and Waters dom- and nine of each, respectively. Mbeng posted 12 and 15 of Good inated throughout the match, the Both teams are also looking Counsel’s points, respectively. Wa- second half was more balanced as forward to the future after disap- ters and Mbeng also had the most multiple teammates scored for pointing playoff losses earlier this points of any player on either team. Good Counsel. Rising junior for- year. Good Counsel was beaten by “He’s a brilliant slasher, a ward Gustav Atisso scored all of his DeMatha 81-42 in the Washington lanky defender, can create chaos in four points in the second half for Catholic Athletic Conference the defensive end,” said Good Springbrook. (WCAC) Boys Basketball Tourna- Counsel Assistant Coach Anthony “They’re a team that’s not go- ment. Meanwhile, Springbrook lost Guy. “But he’s also learning how to ing to give up, so we knew coming a close regional final game to Du- penetrate and create plays for oth- out that we had to shut them down laney, 70-68. ers. It’s one thing to create plays for real quick and not allow them to “We think we’re going to do a yourself, but it’s another thing to come back in the game at all,” said lot better. We’re trying to get to create plays for others.” Waters. American (University), we’re trying Their knack for reaching the The summer is a time to gauge to do better each and every year and hoop complemented their speedy the strengths and weaknesses of get to our main goal,” said Mbeng, PHOTO BY CHRIS THOMPKINS breakaways, forcing the Spring- both teams before entering the regu- referencing American University, Falcons Bez Mbheng dunks the ball during Capitol Hoops Summer league brook defense to try and find ways lar season in the winter. The com- the site of last season’s WCAC bas- action between Good Counsel High School and Springbrook in Hyattsville. to adapt. Both players were game mon ground that both teams find ketball championship. The Falcons won 73-35 on May 31. Traveling Saints demolish undermanned Landon in Capitol Hoops action came back to cut the deficit to only team falls to 2-2 to start the Capitol grade. By Harry Lichtman @hslichtman a few points at one point. Despite Hoops season. “We have the chemistry,” said this, the Saints led 53-30 at halftime “Kino’s a good, young player,” Screen. “We had a good day today. HYATTSVILLE—The 2019 and then outscored the Bears 47-27 said Herring. “I’m excited to get Everything was good.” Capitol Hoops Summer League sea- in the second half. him into the gym this summer to But even though the two son started in late May, with many “We only had five guys,” said work on his game because he’s go- worked well on the court, Jones still of the area’s top high school boys Landon Head Coach Eric Herring. ing to be a name to look out for critiqued his team on the defensive basketball teams taking part in the “It’s really hard to keep up with throughout next year, I guarantee end. action. On June 3, St. Stephen’s and their pace when we only have five you that.” “I’m happy that they scored,” St. Agnes Upper School (SSAA) of guys. But they fought hard, we Meanwhile, the Saints out- said Jones. “But on the defensive Alexandria, Virginia joined in on were only down three one time. But numbered the Bears’ only five play- end, they didn’t play well.” the fun as they took care of business those guys just had a lot of ammo.” ers with a total of 14. However, Two other Saints players who against Landon School in a lopsided Herring also stated that the rea- SSSA Head Coach Mike Jones says put up double figures were Chris 100-57 victory. son for only having five players that his team needs to improve on Milton and Kurt Samuels, who Once the Saints jumped out to was that most of the students were defense. dropped 11 and 10 points, respec- a 10-2 lead early in the first half, taking exams at the time. “After “We started off really soft,” tively. they took advantage by attacking that, you’ll see a full team, a full said Jones. “We’ve got to pick it up With a 3-0 start, Jones believes the rim, nailing their layups and roster,” said Herring. “We’ll be on the defensive end. We had 17 that his team will have a successful outrebounding their opponents. back.” turnovers. So there’s a lot of things Capitol Hoops Summer League A reason SSSA dominated is Despite the dominating loss, we need to improve on.” 2019 season. that Landon only had five guys Kino Lilly led Landon with 24 total The Saints also proved to be “I think we can do it,” said make it to the game, as the Bears’ PHOTO BY MIKE CLARK points and six rebounds. He also dominant on the boards, as they Jones. “We are in really good shape. starting five played the whole 32 Landon School point guard Canin went 3-for-11 from three-point outrebounded Landon 70-33. All the guys, they’re in good shape, minutes. Reynolds attempts to shoot over the range and 3-for-5 from the free Screen proved to be the star for so we’re going to do a lot of run- “It was a good win,” said St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes’s defense throw line. the Saints with 19 points and 14 ning, and just play well.” SSSA’s Andre Screen. “They were during Capitol Hoops Summer “They were big,” said Lilly. points, finishing with a double-dou- “I think as the competition in- an undermanned team. I don’t think League action on June 3 in “Since we don’t have enough size, ble. SSSA’s Xavier Lipscomb also creases, I know the better the com- it’s a representation of their whole Hyattsville. it’s pretty difficult. But it’s good scored 19 points for the winning petition, the better I play,” said team, but we played good today. competition, we need that.” team. The duo played well off each Screen. “As teams get harder, I think Overall a good effort with every- SSSA led 24-13 midway Herring believes that Lilly will other throughout the game as they everyone just got to step up to the one.” through the first half, while Landon be a key player in the future, as the have been teammates since sixth table and we’re going to deliver.” JUNE 6, 2019 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 19 SPORTS Battling grief, Northwest Track & Field places first, second in states Snyder, Josh’s twin sister and a fel- By Kathleen Stubbs @kathleenstubbs3 low Northwest pole vaulter, said. In the state finals, the top four ROCKVILLE – After mourn- teams in the boys’ 4x100-meter re- ing the deaths of their fallen team- lay finished in a six-tenths-of-a-sec- mates in the same school year, a high ond spread, with the Jaguars finish- school’s track and field team over- ing in first place with 42.3 seconds. came grief to become state champi- Yannick Gouanette, Isaiah Bishop, ons in the boys’ division and run- Clarence Foote-Talley and Anthony ners-up in the girls’ division on May “AJ” Woods formed the winning re- 25. lay team; all four are seniors. The The Northwest High School Eleanor Roosevelt team finished 0.1 boys’ track team made Maryland seconds later in second place (42.4). Public Secondary Schools Athletic While the Jaguars did not meet Association (MPSSAA) history their personal goal for the 4x100- when they became the 4A outdoor meter relay, Foote-Talley said he state champions for the fourth con- was content with the team’s perfor- secutive year. mance. “Messed up” baton ex- The Jaguars won first place changes from one runner to the next with 79 points, as Dulaney High may have hurt the team’s time, the School were the runners-up, with 60 senior said. points. Severna Park High School “We’re just glad we won, and placed third, and Eleanor Roosevelt we finished our senior year off High placed fourth, with 37 points strong,” Foote-Talley said. and 36 points, respectively. The state championship marked However, unlike with the first the first time all season that the se- three titles, Northwest carried the nior quartet competed together on a emotions of a school dealing with 4x100-meter relay team. the loss of two former track athletes During the indoor state champi- in the past year. onship, Foote-Talley did not com- In October, Northwest senior pete in the relay because he was in- Josh Snyder died in a car crash. Sny- jured. The team performed poorly PHOTO BY GEORGE SMITH der had participated in track and during the indoor state champi- Northwest High School Clarence Foote-Talley attempts the high jump during the Maryland Public Secondary Schools field during his sophomore year and onship and did not place in the top Athletic Association (MPSSAA) Class 4A Track and Field Championship on May 25 in Baltimore. Foote-Talley finished competed for the Jaguars in cross- three. in second place in the high jump as the Northwest boys team captured their fourth straight state title. country for three years. Northwest had three athletes Then, on April 16, Tray score points in the high jump. De- Talley. “I personally just tried to events when not competing them- the team captains, who won four in- Dawkins, former star hurdler from laney senior Josiah Nilsen won with think about the good times I had selves, Snyder said. dividual state titles for the Lady the class of 2018, was killed in a dri- a jump of 6-feet-9 inches, followed with both of them.” “It helped that everyone was … Jaguars. She became state triple- ve-by shooting in Germantown, by Foote-Talley in second (6 feet, 6 Meanwhile, in the girls’ 4A It seemed like they were trying to jump champ, winning by nearly 3 Montgomery County Police report- inches). Northwest freshman Darius states overall scores, Urbana High run toward a team goal, not just a feet, with a leap of 41 feet, one-half ed. He had been a dedicated member Lorfils placed fourth (6 feet, 2 inch- School became the 2019 outdoor self-goal,” said Snyder. inch. Wright clocked 12.29 seconds of the Jaguars track team. es). state champions, with a score of 68.5 Snyder was injured during an to win the girls’ 100-meter dash fi- Head Coach Robert Young- Junior Bryce Middleton placed points. Northwest (56 points) took indoor track meet this year and spent nals, was victorious in the 200-me- blood had two bracelets made to re- in sixth with a 6-feet-even jump but runners-up, beating Charles H. the rest of the year acting as a coach ter dash (25.26 seconds) and con- member Snyder and Dawkins, an or- committed fewer fouls. Northwest Flowers (third, 53.5) by 2.5 points. for the remaining pole vaulters. quered the high jump (5 feet, eight ange one for Snyder -- based on his walked away with 16 points from Snyder said the team’s four cap- Youngblood said her presence dur- inches). childhood favorite color -- and a sec- the high jump. tains made a special effort this ing pole vault practices and at track An unexpected result was the ond red one for Dawkins. Some Foote-Talley beat his own school year to bring members of the meets was crucial to the team’s suc- Lady Jaguars’ third-place finish in members say they never take their record from the 2018 outdoor 4A girls' team closer together. The team cess. the 4x200-meter relay, Youngblood bracelets off. Senior Clarence Foote- state championships -- 50 feet, 3.5 captains organized some extra team- “She was our knight in shining said. Quince Orchard was the Talley said he does not remove his inches -- to win the boys’ triple bonding activities for the girls lead- armor,” said Youngblood. “She was 4x200-meter relay champions, fin- bracelets, even to take a shower. He jump, clearing 51 feet, 10.5 inches. ing up to the state meets including instrumental.” ishing with a time of 1 minute, 41.4 said wearing the bracelets reminds While some of his teammates were having a team sleepover before the Senior Lady Jaguar Cori seconds. him to not give up when the going motivated by the deaths of their late indoor state championship. Brown won the girls’ long jump by The Lady Jaguars followed 0.8 gets tough. teammates, Foote-Talley honored The idea behind completing the 1 inch, jumping 18 feet, 1 inch. seconds later in third place (1:42.4 “So then, like, (when Josh died) them differently. bonding activities was to get the Clarksburg senior Brooke Shields minutes), preceded by Gaithersburg people were just like, ‘We’re all run- “I don’t think Josh or Tray girls to talk to each other outside of took second place (18 feet even). in second (1:41.6). Seniors Brown ning for a new purpose now,’ and would want us to grieve over their practice. Cliques became less visi- However, one of the biggest and Agi Mboob and juniors Annabel then once Tray died then it was like, loss. We went out there and did ble, and members would cheer for performances was by Taylor Dulaney and Alice Adarkwa com- ‘We’re doing it for them,’” Whitney everything for them,” said Foote- and encourage teammates in other Wright, a senior and another one of prised the Northwest team.

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sion. Captain Andi Sullivan (bottom By José Umaña @Jose_M_Umana left) almost added the Spirit’s second goal of the match when she received BOYDS – The Washington a pass from Hatch from outside the Spirit continue their winning ways, penalty area. However, her one-timer defeating the Utah Royals 2-0 on attempt flew over the crossbar. June 1, in front of a season-high After halftime, the Spirit contin- crowd of 4,575 spectators at the ued attacking Barnhart’s goal. Hatch Maureen Hendricks Field at Mary- almost scored her second goal when land SoccerPlex. a defensive stop turned into a coun- With the win, the Spirit (5-1-1) terattack. She was alone with Barn- improve their winning streak to four hart and released a laser shot toward games and take sole position of first Utah’s goal. The ball smacked off the place with 16 points, as the Portland post but landed in front of Spirit Thorns FC sit in second place. The rookie Dorian Bailey’s feet. victory also averages their 1-0 road The midfielder quickly redirect- loss against Utah on April 20. ed the shot back inside the goal net The game was scoreless until for Washington’s second goal. Strik- the 23rd minute when striker Ashley er Cali Farquharson attempted to Hatch (top right) retrieved a pass at score a third goal in the dying mo- the top of the Utah penalty area with ments of the game, but her floating her back toward the goal. She kept shot sailed over the crossbar. Goal- control of the ball as she turned keeper Aubrey Bledsoe recorded six around and released a right-footed saves to ensure her fourth clean sheet shot, which drifted past goalkeeper of the season. Nicole Barnhart. It was the Arizona Washington will take a week off native’s third goal of the season. next week in observance of the FIFA Washington continued its offen- Women’s World Cup. They return to sive pressure throughout the game -- action on June 15 as they travel to outshooting the Royals, 15-7 -- they- Tacoma, Washington, to take on held 62.8 percent of the ball posses- Reign FC.