Vol. 8, No. 37 Alexandria’s only independent hometown newspaper september 13, 2012 Roll on Potential business rivals say Bikeshare’s contribution to cycling industry is boon

By Derrick Perkins

Ask Wheel Nuts Bike Shop’s Ron Taylor about Capital Bike- share, and he’s quick to describe the popular bicycle rental pro- gram as an incredibly effective sales pitch for his store — not as a competitor. After a couple of short trips on the ungainly but effective red bikes, riders “kind of transform themselves into a customer here at our store without any effort on our part,” Taylor said. When he’s not hawking helmets and other accessories for Bikeshare rid- ers, he’s selling a new bicycle to a convert ready to upgrade from Photo/David Sachs the simple, three-gear transports. A solemn tune: Lt. Matthew Craig with the Alexandria Fire Department plays “Taps,” the military dirge, to honor the dead who “[Customers] have come in perished in the 9/11 attacks on America. Craig was part of a ceremony that took place at Market Square on Tuesday, the 11th anniver- and said, ‘I’ve actively used the sary of 9/11. Bikeshare in Arlington and the District of Columbia,’ and they’re like, ‘We’re ready to make the leap, we want a bike of our own,’” Taylor said. Poverty in Alexandria The bicycle service, already ingrained in Washington and T.C. Williams is backdrop mocracy that way,” said Smiley, Arlington, seemingly popped up for Tavis Smiley talking tour who co-hosts the weekly syndi- overnight in the Port City earlier cated radio program “Smiley and this month. Commuters and ca- By Derrick Perkins West.” “We can’t abide … another sual cyclists can “borrow” a bike race for the White House where at eight locations around the Talk show host Tavis Smiley this issue doesn’t come up.” city’s east side and drop it off at wants poverty injected back into Smiley will host a public forum one of more than 175 stations in the national political dialogue, and today at T.C. Williams designed to the region. he’s coming to Alexandria to call pressure presidential debate mod- Rides lasting less than 30 minutes are free, though the pro- on President Barack Obama and erators to prod Obama and Rom- gram charges increasingly higher Republican challenger Mitt Rom- ney on the issue. The meeting, free rates — beginning at $1.50 — for Courtesy photo ney to tackle the issue. and open to the public, is one of six Union Theological Seminary professor Cornel West, left, stops Smiley is making around the every additional half-hour. Wash- and political talk show host Tavis Smiley come to T.C. Wil- “Poverty is the new American liams High School today. norm — you can’t sustain a de- SEE smiley | 8 SEE bikeshare | 11

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photo/David Sachs Mario Claros Ayala, originally from Bolivia, says the Pledge of Allegiance during the citizenship ceremony at Market Square on Tuesday. Big names swear in 21 citizens

Mayorkas, Jarett Sat Nam Khalsa, a new citi- welcome new Americans zen from Canada, has lived in “You at Market Square the states since 1992 as a per- manent resident. Among other remind

By David sachs reasons, the November elec- us of tion prompted his decision to how precious become a citizen after 20 years. Antarctica was the only con- citizenship “Let’s just say I wish I had tinent unrepresented by the 21 is … not just people gaining U.S. citizenship gotten my citizenship before Tuesday during a ceremony at the 2008 election,” he said. a declaration Market Square. Gracia Dakanay Macasieb of rights but The Lamplighter Valerie Jarett, a senior advis- came to the United States from the Philipines about 10 years a mutual, er to President Barack Obama, inextricable When your “favorite” and Alejandro Mayorkas, direc- ago, thanks to her American uncle comes over this tor of U.S. Citizenship and Im- daughter who graduated col- responsibility.” holiday season migration Services, welcomed lege, landed a solid job and co- sponsored her. She was all but show off that prize the new citizens to Alexandria. - Valerie Jarett portrait or painting “You remind us of how pre- speechless after taking an oath to America. with a picture light cious citizenship is … not just a from declaration of rights but a mu- “It feels great,” Macasieb said. “It’s a different feeling. The Lamplighter tual, inextricable responsibil- to read, write and speak English, I’ve been here some time, but ity,” Jarett said. an understanding of American now I’m really part of the U.S. Jarett and Mayor Bill Euille history and government, and an It’s very hard to describe.” invoked the 11th anniversary of “attachment to the principles of The naturalization process 9/11, echoing Obama’s remarks the American Constitution,” ac- 1207 King Street requires continuous residence from that morning, before help- cording to a city spokesperson. Alexandria, VA in the United States, the ability 703-549-4040 ing to swear in the new citizens. www.lamplighterlamps.com 4 | September 13, 2012 ALEXANDRIA TIMES CRIME ercise with a partner whenever Robbers raid King possible, carry a cell phone and POLICE BEAT Street jewelry store advertise routes with friends and The following incidents occurred between September 5 to September 12. family. Just days after city police announced the arrest of a man Credit where wanted for allegedly stealing a ring from King’s Jewelry, the credit’s due Thefts Old Town store again became a Drug Crimes target for thieves. A Landmark Mall customer Two men armed with ham- assaulted a store clerk after her mers strode into the 600 block credit card was declined on Labor 26 7 King St. store and broke open Day, city police say. a jewelry case during business The 2:42 p.m. altercation be- hours September 6, said Ashley gan with a verbal confrontation Hildebrandt, Alexandria Po- inside Finish Line, a shoe, sport lice Department spokeswoman. and fitness store, said Jody Don- They snatched an unreported aldson, Alexandria Police De- Vehicle partment spokesman. It escalated number of watches and then thefts fled, she said. when the suspect, a black woman Police described the suspects between 5-foot-6 and 5-foot- Assaults as black males in their 20s and 7, shoved the clerk in the upper 14 between 5-foot-6 and 5-foot-9. chest and throat area, he said. One wore blue jeans, a hooded, Though the store manager at- 15 light blue jacket and baseball cap tempted to intervene, the suspect with a red brim. The other donned left shortly after the assault, ac- a black hooded sweatshirt embla- cording to police accounts. She zoned with an astronaut-like sym- was wearing a white shirt and Breaking & blue jeans at the time. bol and black pants. Enterings Last week’s incident marks Neither the suspect nor the at least the second time police victim suffered injuries in the have been called to the jewelry altercation, and the suspect re- Assaults with a 3 mains at large. store this summer. Working with Deadly weapon Washington authorities, Alexan- dria police arrested Cedric Wil- Thieves snag liam Earles in his District home 0 August 30 for allegedly swiping passport from car a $25,000 platinum diamond One or more thieves broke ring from the shop in July. into a car parked near the in- tersection of Stevenson Avenue Robberies Jogger assaulted and Yoakum Parkway during near bike path Labor Day weekend, making off SEXUAL with the victim’s passport. 0 A jogger assaulted early The thieves broke into the OFFENSEs Wednesday morning escaped her red Honda Accord after shatter- 3 Source: crimereports.com attacker unharmed, Alexandria ing the passenger side window, police say. said Jody Donaldson, Alexan- *Editor’s note: Police reports are not considered public information in Virginia. An unidentified man grabbed dria Police Department spokes- The Alexandria Police Department is not required to supply the public at large with the victim from behind during man. The victim’s duffle bag, detailed information on criminal cases. her 6 a.m. jog on a bike path containing the passport as well near Holmes Run Parkway. She as clothes and her Social Secu- screamed, broke the man’s grasp rity card, was left in plain sight and fled, said Jody Donaldson, on the passenger seat. Since 1997, Damiani & Damiani, P.C. has concentrated on providing department spokesman. Police estimate the damages its clients with excellent legal representation. The attorneys strive The suspect, about 5-foot-6 to the car at $500. The victim reported the theft Damiani & Damiani, pc to be accessible and exceed their clients’ expectations. Our offices wearing a dark colored jacket, was last spotted walking on the at 9:50 a.m. September 5. The are conveniently located in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. We are bike path toward Van Dorn Street. thieves apparently did not target any other vehicles in the area, attorneys and counselors at law dedicated to helping clients with their legal matters regarding: The incident remains under in- vestigation, and police urge any- Donaldson said. There are no • Personal Injury Cases • Commercial Transactions one with information about the known witnesses, and the per- 604 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 suspect to call the department’s petrators remain at large. • All Aspects of Automobile and Moving Vehicle Accidents criminal investigations section at Authorities urge residents 703.548.1800 • Civil Litigation • Traffic/DUI Cases 703-746-6711. to keep their vehicles devoid of Fax: 703.548.1831 Department officials also ask valuables whenever possible. joggers to avoid wearing head- Email: [email protected] www damianilawyers com phones, run in well-lit areas, ex- -Derrick Perkins . . WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM September 13, 2012 | 5

THE WEEKLY BRIEFING Alexandria Country Day swears in student government Quick weekend storm packs a punch

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Legislative season ing with just six members af- temporarily fill Krupicka’s “ethnic” shops — shops that City begins with Krupicka’s ter Rob Krupicka resigned seat until the November 6 sell specialized food products resignation to join the Virginia House of election. — do not need a special per- council Delegates. Mayor Bill Euille joked mit to operate like most major By David Sachs Krupicka won a special about whether or not Krupicka businesses. election last week that will deserved a key to the city be- “I thinks that’s what hap- opens new The Alexandria City send him to Richmond as a fore accepting his resignation pened here,” Donley said. Council started a new legisla- delegate for the 45th District. and moving on. “Let’s put them all on equal tive session as a body of seven Alexandria Judge Lisa Kem- “I hope everyone had a footing.” session Tuesday but closed the meet- ler will choose a resident to rewarding summer vacation Donley asked staff to from dealing with the legisla- work on a text amendment to tive manners of the city coun- change protocol by fall. cil,” Euille said. “I’m looking forward to a busy fall. We have our work cut out for us, Chemical reaction but I believe were all commit- ted to the task and look for- Elected officials are none ward to a successful year.” too happy with Norfolk Southern Corp.’s facility on the West End. Inconvenience store Workers spilled about 150 gallons of ethanol while Residents living near Old transferring the flammable Town Grocery on Pendle- chemical from a railroad car ton Street are fed up with the to a tanker truck but failed to neighborhood business, and inform local authorities un- they’re letting council mem- til an hour or more later. The bers know. site is in the middle of a dense Police recently raided the residential area and a stone’s establishment, which was re- throw from Van Dorn Metro moved from the state food station, Samuel Tucker el- stamp program after authori- ementary school and the Capi- ties uncovered evidence of tal Beltway. There were no in- trafficking the vouchers. And juries, and workers contained council received a host of oth- the liquid and cleaned it up, er complaints — about 60 or officials said. 70 — ranging from question- But Norfolk Southern’s able alcohol sales to encour- choice to alert federal authori- aging public nuisance. ties before local emergency “When we have busi- personnel irked council mem- nesses open, we expect them bers and City Manager Ra- to be good neighbors and shad Young. contributors not only to the “There are some things body of commerce but also to with that event that we want the neighborhoods in which to follow up on with a criti- they reside,” said Vice Mayor cal eye, like how the informa- Kerry Donley. “That has not tion is communicated,” Young been the case, unfortunately, said. “As you all probably $10,000 $5,000 $3,000 with this store. This business’s know … we have very limited Grand Prize Makeover Second Prize Makeover Third Prize Makeover days are numbered, that’s just authority of the activities that my opinion.” occur there.” LEAP into summer energy savings with the The city thus far has no The city has virtually no Northern Virginia Home Energy Makeover Contest! authority to close the business control over Norfolk South- Northern Virginia residents could win a home energy makeover or revoke its license, but the ern’s operation, which is pro- from the nonprofit local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) worth misnamed grocery store — tected under federal law be- up to $10,000 - just for taking an online energy assessment. it’s really more of a small con- cause of its connection to the Finalists will be selected on September 21, 2012. venience store — prompted railroad. Young is attempting conversations over business to get a meeting with com- regulation. pany officials to urge a better The allegedly delinquent line of communication with store did not experience a the city government and Alex- thorough vetting process be- andria residents. cause of a loophole that says WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM September 13, 2012 | 7 Alexandria gets a new delegate, but what’s next?

Krupicka will listen as he derstanding where some of my more likely will be drawn from and learning the ropes, said legislation each year, but a few prepares for first session colleagues are on issues.” the city and counties’ legislative third-term Delegate Charniele thought-out bills stand a better in Richmond Krupicka, a Democrat, took packets. Herring (D-46). She recalled chance of passing a House vote, District 45 handily earlier this “I tend to be pretty col- leaning heavily on fellow del- Herring said. By Derrick Perkins month, garnering nearly 76 per- laborative in my approach to egates during her first term. State Sen. Adam Ebbin (D- cent of the vote in a policy, seeking Though the General Assem- 30) offered a similar sugges- Alexandria’s newest state special election to out delegates as bly is hierarchical, the Demo- tion: become an expert in a few delegate, Rob Krupicka, says fill the former seat well as experts cratic caucus expects newcom- areas. Ebbin, a Democrat who he is full of ideas, but he wants of David Englin. in the commu- ers ready to take an active role, spent years in the House be- to talk with colleagues and con- Krupicka resigned nity,” Krupicka Herring said. Krupicka also fore replacing former state Sen. stituents before rolling out his from Alexandria said. “Part of must come prepared to reach Patsy Ticer last year, held up legislative aims for the upcom- City Council on the reason I across the aisle. Delegate David Bulova (D-37) ing session. Tuesday night and want to spend “Learning you’ve got to as evidence. “I’m going to spend the next must abdicate his time listening to work your bill with people on “For example, [Bulova] is month or two talking and listen- state Board of Edu- folks, I suspect the other side of the aisle as highly regarded on environmen- ing — probably listening more cation seat before there are some well as inside your own caucus, tal matters and certain land use than talking — and hopefully taking his place in smart people making sure that you’re work- policies, and when [he] speaks, have the full legislative plan the General Assem- in my district ing out kinks in the bill before people really listen in spite of ready by winter,” Krupicka bly. Rob Krupicka who have ideas you get into committee — your the fact that he’s in a deep mi- said. “I obviously have a lot of Though the Del Ray Demo- and I want to give those ideas colleagues appreciate it,” Her- nority,” Ebbin said. “[Bulova] ideas, I have more ideas than I crat divulged few details of a chance to be considered as ring said. talks a lot about complex issues have spots [for bills], so I need what’s to come, he said con- well.” Another piece of advice: that people may not be intimate- to spend some time understand- stituents could expect bills on As a freshman delegate, Keep the number of bills filed ly familiar with, and when [he] ing what Arlington, Alexandria education, transportation and Krupicka would be well served each session low. Each delegate and Fairfax need and also un- environmental issues. A few by speaking with colleagues can champion up to 15 pieces of SEE krupicka | 9

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Despite rain, King Street festival draws thousands Photos by Derrick Perkins

Despite a severe storm into a paradise for pedestri- that canceled part of the ans and art lovers looking to King Street Art Festival satiate their creative side. on Saturday and Sunday, The festival was interac- the 10th annual event drew tive, thanks to the Torpedo thousands to Old Town. Factory Art Center, which Heavy winds and rain held a smartphone scav- Saturday gave way to a enger hunt. Local artists pleasant Sunday with cool led activities for visitors as temperatures and sunshine well. for the festival, which turned lower King Street -David Sachs

Illustrations from TOP LEFT Seattle-based kinetic sculptor Andrew Carson’s wind- young artists at the powered art was a crowd favorite. Enthusiasts gathered to watch Page 16 festival See page 16 the flowing and curvaceous peddles twist to catch the sun’s rays in the light breeze.

TOP RIGHT Sculptor Jim Lewk’s popular portrayal of a man catch- ing up on the day’s news, as well as his work handcrafting glass balloons, proved to be another crowd pleaser. Nationally known for his “balloonmen,” Lewk’s copper sculptures drew visitors to Colonial Market & Fair his tent throughout the day. September 22-23 AT MOUNT VERNON

LEFT Art lovers mingle under the gaze of one of the many eye-grabbing sculptures dur- ing the weekend’s Alexandria King Street Art Festival. Organizers and vendors celebrated the event’s 10th anniversary in Old Town this year.

BELOW Though wild weather cut Saturday’s festivities short, Sunday’s blue skies and gentle breeze ushered hundreds of visitors into Old Town. For much of the day the neigh- borhood transformed into an outdoors art gallery for local and out-of-town artists.

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week. The Titans, struggling to Even with their lead, the liams-Price for the team’s first overcome the departure of their Bulldogs did not let up in the touchdown and later hit Max Titans drop the ball coach because of illness, never second half. Neither did the Ti- Sanasack for the second. Zingler recovered. They ended the year tans, but they couldn’t match also led the team downfield for 3-7, the team’s worst record Westfield’s juggernaut of an of- a field goal. But an extra point against Bulldogs since 2008. fense. By the fourth quarter, the kick and two-point conversion T.C.’s squad — denied a Bulldogs had scored 49 points attempt fell flat, leaving the playoff berth for more than two to T.C.’s 21. Cardinals with a 43-15 loss. Westfield deals T.C. first After blowing out Wake- decades — can only hope for And by the time Dealo Rob- Expect to see the Cardinals loss of the season field 73-0 in their season opener a chance to go off-script this ertson fought his way into the end – hungry for another playoff run August 30, the Titans found year. zone for a late-game touchdown, – redouble their efforts against themselves on the losing end By Derrick perkins First, though, they will have it was too late for the Titans. crosstown rival St. Stephen’s of a 55-28 drubbing courtesy of to shake off Saturday’s surgical T.C. hits the road Friday for and St. Agnes on Saturday. Westfield. For T.C. Williams quarter- dismemberment at the hands of a game against Robinson un- A year ago, the Titans faced back Alec Grosser and compa- the No. 11 team in the region, der the lights. They face South Saints on the rise similar troubles. Though they ny, walking off the field Satur- according to the Washing- County at home the following pummeled Wakefield to start day likely felt like a scene from ton Post’s rankings. Westfield week. The St. Stephen’s and St. their campaign, T.C. fell 28- “Groundhog Day.” started strong, scoring a touch- Agnes Saints enjoyed a feat 13 to Westfield the following down on a 21-yard pass from Bullis adds to they have gone without for Chris Mullins to Devon Burns Ireton’s woes years last weekend: putting the and another on a 52-yard Zach finishing touches on a budding Old Town New$479,500 Listing Scully run. High hopes for Bishop Ire- win streak. Grosser returned fire in the ton’s season fell low Saturday Fast on the heels of a 14-12 ~ Charming Historic Circa 1830 Home ~ second quarter, hitting receiver as the Cardinals dropped their win against Riverdale Baptist, Landon Moss for 20 yards to second consecutive game. the Saints eked out a victory 406 South Royal Street finally get the Titans on the More than a week after Bish- of the same score at St. Chris- board. op O’Connell pummeled Ireton topher’s. Though nascent, the Open House Sunday June 24th But Westfield struck back Open House Sunday, September 16th 27-12, Bullis got the drop on streak represents a return to bet- with ease. The Bulldogs’ Dalaun the Cardinals. Quarterback P.J. ter days for the program, which Richardson ran 26 yards to give Zingler orchestrated the team’s went 1-8 in 2011 and 2010. the Chantilly squad a 14-point three scoring drives, all in the The Saints host backyard ri- lead over their Alexandria rivals. second quarter. val Bishop Ireton on Saturday. Then Burns hung onto a 20-yard The senior zipped off a pass to make it 28-7. 51-yard pass to Brandon Wil-

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Information: 703-548-0035 or www. OPENING RECEP- nvfaa.org TION: MICROCOSMS September 14 September 13 INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY PLAY- GROUP Children learn valuable social Using vintage ephemera, acrylics skills and improve their developmental and ink, collage artist Theresa skills through play. Parents and caregiv- Esterlund created mysterious ers will join their child in stimulating ac- compositions that explore con- tivities that reinforce physical, cognitive cepts of identity and transforma- and social development. The playgroup tion. Her solo exhibit, Micro- is free. cosms, will be on display until Time: October 1. The event is free. 10:30 a.m. to noon Location: Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 25 W. Reed Ave. Location: The Art League, 105 N. Information: Union St. Contact Deatrice Wil- liams at 703-746-3430 or deatrice. Information: 703-683-1780 or [email protected] www.theartleague.org FREE CAKE TRUFFELS Occasion- ally Cake will host a special back-to- school event and hand out a free cake ington St. truffle to each patron. In addition, the Information: 703-746-4994 or www. business will sell apple-shaped cookies alexandriahistory.org to benefit the Dunbar Alexandria-Olympic Branch of the Boys and Girls Clubs of September 13 Greater Washington. Time: OVERDRIVE EBOOK TRAINING 2 to 6 p.m. Location: Occasionally Cake, 207 Learn how to download new and popular King St. ebooks and audiobooks to a computer Information: 703-647-9638 or www. and portable device. occasionallycake.com Time: 4 p.m. Location: James M. Duncan Branch BUCKET LIST BOUTIQUE Time: 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 3 launched the Civil War in Alexandria. Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave. OPENING CELEBRATION The and 8 p.m. Saturday; and 3 and 7 p.m. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday Information: 703-746-1705 Calendar of Sunday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. grand-opening celebration will include giveaways and special discounts. There Location: MetroStage, 1201 N. Royal Sunday SECOND THURSDAY ART also will be refreshments. Events St. Location: Fort Ward Museum, 4301 W. NIGHT Come browse open studios and Time: 4 to 8 p.m. Information: 703-548-9044 or www. Braddock Road To have your event considered galleries, interact with artists and enjoy Location: metrostage.org Information: 703-746-4848 or www. Bucket List Boutique, 114 for our calendar listings, please refreshments at this free event. S. Royal St. fortward.org Time: 6 to 9 p.m. Information: 703-706-6411 email [email protected]. Now to December 31 Location: Torpedo Factory Art Center, You can also post your event OCCUPIED CITY: LIFE IN CIVIL 105 N. Union St. POETRY SLAM Join the Northern directly to our online calendar MARSHALL HOUSE INCIDENT WAR ALEXANDRIA EXHIBITION Information: www.torpedofactory.org EXHIBITION The deaths of Union Col. This exhibition examines life in an Ameri- Virginia Fine Arts Association for a night by visiting www.alextimes.com. of live music and slam poetry. Sign up Elmer Ellsworth and secessionist James can town seized and held by its federal SECOND THURSDAY MUSIC: Jackson at the Marshall House Hotel government, following Virginia’s decision for the open microphone and share origi- DEAD MEN’S HOLLOW The North- nal work, or simply sit back and enjoy along King Street during the Federal oc- to secede from the Union in May 1861. ern Virginia Fine Arts Association and the Now to October 31 cupation of Alexandria on May 24, 1861, Explore the experiences of Alexandrians the evening. Shelly Bell will produce and Songwriters’ Association of Washington host the event. Attending the event is stirred patriotic fervor in the north and and others who lived here during this present Second Thursday Music with ‘JACQUES BREL IS ALIVE AND south. This exhibit at Fort Ward features tumultuous time through their words, as free, but for a $10 entry fee, audience WELL AND LIVING IN PARIS’ Dead Men’s Hollow. The group is a well- members can compete, slam-style, for a objects from the museum collection — well as period photographs and collec- established regional band and draws MetroStage presents “Jacques Brel like a star from the flag which had flown tions items. Suggested admission is $2. cash prize at the end of the night. is Alive and Well and Living in Paris,” its influences from bluegrass, country, Time: 7 p.m. over Marshall House and loan items Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday blues and gospel. Tickets are $10. which is the classic compilation of Brel’s from the Mary Custis Lee chapter of the through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Location: The Athenaeum, 201 Prince brilliant music about life and death and Time: 7 p.m. St. Daughters of the Confederacy — to tell Sunday Location: The Athenaeum, 201 Prince love and loss. Tickets range in price from this notable story about the event that Location: The Lyceum, 201 S. Wash- Information: 703-548-0035 or www. $48 to $55. St. nvfaa.org

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Now to October 13 Explore the Civil War in Alexandria with Civil War Sun- days, a showcase of an original May 26, 1861, edition This exhibition — The Spirit of a Neighbor- New York Tribune detailing Col. Elmer Ellsworth’s death in hood Revisited: The Parker-Gray Community, Alexandria; a Peeps diorama illustrating Ellsworth’s death; 1985-1986 — originally opened in 1989. a TimeTravelers Passport exhibit featuring the Civil War Carol G. Siegel’s photographs highlight drummer boy; a diorama of a heating system constructed in the people and places of the Parker-Gray Alexandria to warm Civil War hospital tents during the winter Historic District. The exhibition is free. of 1861; a cocked-and-loaded Wickham musket discarded Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through in a privy during the 1860s; and an exhibit on the Lee Street Saturday site during the Civil War. The event is free. Location: Alexandria Black History Museum, Time: 1 to 5 p.m. 902 Wythe St. Location: Alexandria Archaeology Museum, 105 N. Union St. Information: 703-746-4706 or www.alexblack- Information: 703-746-4399 history.org WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM September 13, 2012 | 15

September 15 Information: healthieralexandria.org/ WASHINGTON METROPOLITAN sapca OLD TOWN FARMERS MARKET PHILHARMONIC KALEIDO- The market includes local dairy, fish, SCOPE GALA CONCERT Washing- September 18 fruits and vegetables. There is free park- ton Metropolitan Philharmonic’s superb ing in the garage during market hours. group of 70 musicians will perform a CRAFT NIGHT Interested in knitting, Time: 5:30 a.m. concert featuring music of magic and crocheting or sewing? Come meet Location: Market Square, 301 King St. mystery. other crafters and share the love of Information: 703-746-3200 Time: 7 to 10:30 p.m. yarn, thread and fabric — and maybe Location: U.S. Patent and Trademark even learn a new skill. Beginners are STRESS MANAGEMENT WITH Office, 600 Dulany St. welcome. FOOD AND HERBS Join Spice and Information: 703-799-8229 Time: 7 p.m. Tea Exchange of Old Town as it wel- Location: Kate Waller Barrett Branch comes Tricia McCauley for an herbalism September 17 Library, 717 Queen St. workshop about food and herbs perfect Information: 703-746-1703 for cold and flu season. This interactive SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVEN- workshop will provide participants with TION COALITION MEETING September 19 simple tools and practices to stay healthy What is the role of a school resource all year. The class costs $20. officer — Alexandria Police Department MANY BACKGROUNDS, MANY The Little Theatre of Alexandria presents Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. officers who are assigned to T.C. Williams STORIES Listening to stories read Location: Spice and Tea Exchange of and the two middle schools? Why are aloud is a pleasure for all ages. Join the Old Town, 320 King St. police officers assigned to the schools, library for a different kind of story time — Information: 571-312-8505 or www. and what is their typical day like? Sgt. one for adults. Librarians will read short Funny Money 9/8 - 9/29 spiceandtea.com Courtney Ballantine, a school resource stories by Hispanic authors in honor of unit supervisor and crisis intervention Hispanic Heritage Month. Meet Henry Perkins, a regular hard-working guy. On his way home JUMPSTART IN CERAMICS team coordinator, will answer these Time: 2 to 3 p.m. from work one day he accidentally ends up with a briefcase that Always wanted to try pottery? Instruc- questions at the meeting, which is open Location: Kate Waller Barrett Branch isn’t his own. Upon examination, he finds the briefcase full of cash! to everyone. Library, 717 Queen St. tor Blair Meerfeld will help participants This British farce follows Henry as he tries to escape his humdrum explore the creativity and diversity of clay Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Information: 703-746-1703 Location: T.C. Williams High School, life and spice it up with this new “funny money.” You’ll love this in a fun and relaxed environment. Sup- SEE CALENDAR | 19 plies are included for this event, which 3330 King St. comedy of errors by the master of farce, Ray Cooney. costs $45. Time: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 600 Wolfe St, Alexandria • 703-683-0496 • www.thelittletheatre.com Location: The Art League, 105 N. Union St. Information: 703-683-2323 or www. theartleague.org ALEXANDRIA STORY FESTIVAL The event will feature games, crafts, ac- tivities and music. The Alexandria Story Festival is free. Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: T.C. Williams High School, 3330 King St. Information: Contact Leigh Hoyer at 703-299-9855 or [email protected] CARLYLE HOUSE FASHION SHOW Enjoy a morning of high fashion — from the past. The Carlyle House ter- race will transform into a runway as fash- ion historians and history interpreters describe the styles and types of clothing of Civil War and Colonial American fashion. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. Time: 10:30 a.m. to noon Location: Carlyle House, 121 N. Fairfax St. Information: 703-549-2997 or email [email protected] AARP/ALIVE COMMUNITY FOOD DRIVE Fight hunger in Alexan- dria by filling a bag with nonperishable food items and taking it to this com- munity food drive. Items most needed include canned tuna and meats, canned fruit and vegetables, peanut butter, chunky soups, rice and pasta. Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: First Baptist Church of Alex- WHO CARES? andria, 2932 King St. Information: 703-836-2723 DIVERCITY ALEXANDRIA MUL- WE DO. TICULTURAL FEST The event will feature games, activities, food and family fun. The DiverCity Alexandria Multicul- tural Fest is free. Email comments, rants & raves to Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Four Mile Run Park Expan- [email protected]. sion, 4109 Mount Vernon Ave. Information: Contact Cisco Fabian at 703-746-5554 or cisco.fabian@ alexandriava.gov 16 | September 13, 2012 ALEXANDRIA TIMES

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amazing Drawing Young Talent at the King Street Festival The 10th annual King Street Art Festival on Saturday and Sunday brought together accomplished artists from all over the country. Halle, N/A But budding creative minds also were in the midst. At the Alexandria Times booth, our staff asked children to draw whatever they wanted for a chance to get their artwork published in the newspaper. Who knows? You may be looking at the nascent work of the next Picasso.

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Old Town was transformed into a fashion destination September 6 as models, celebrities and fashion lovers from all over descended on downtown Alexandria for the city’s first Fashion’s Night Out. Started in New York, the annual event now fares well up and down the East A model gets her wardrobe adjusted after the main runway show at Alexandria’s Fashion’s Night Out, Coast. Last week, it was organized by Alexandria Convention and Visitors Alexandria’s turn. Association.

Monte Dur- ham, of TLC’s “Say Yes to the Dress-Atlanta” and Fash- ion’s Night Out organizer Maurisa Potts emcee the runway show at the Torpedo Factory. Jen Caugh of Fairfax, with jewelry designer Alberto Parada, wears a pair of his earrings and necklace designs at Mystique Jewelers on The Strand during Fashion’s Night Out.

Fashionable ear- rings and celebra- tory treats occupy the table at Zoe A model wearing a Boutique on South bridal gown descends Union Street the staircase at the during Fashion’s Torpedo Fac- Night Out in Old tory to walk the Town. runway. WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM September 13, 2012 | 19 cALENDAR JONES POINT PARK DEDICA- political and personal issues of 1811. grades, can sign up for a 15-minute slot September 29 - 30 FROM | 15 TION Jones Point Park opened to the Take part in this conversation with the to read to a pal. The event is free. public July 5. The new park — owned, fourth president of the United States Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. KALEIDOSCOPE FOR KIDS managed and operated by the National and be a party to the public debate in Location: James M. Duncan Branch This two-day event — just for kids and UNION STREET CORRIDOR Park Service — features walking trails, the company of James Madison, as pre- Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave. their families — will feature musical PUBLIC MEETING Come learn basketball courts and a playground. The sented by John Douglas Hall. Reserva- Information: 703-746-1705 performances, dance, poetry, visual arts about the Union Street circulation study event is free. tions are recommended. Tickets are $15 projects, and kaleidoscope-making and being conducted and provide input on Time: 10 a.m. to noon for adults and $10 for students. September 27 book-making workshops. recommendations being proposed. The Location: Jones Point Park Time: 3 to 4:30 p.m. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. goal of the study is to assess conditions Information: Contact Jack Browand at Location: Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, WORLD SHORT STORY DIS- Location: Durant Arts Center, 1605 within the area and make recommenda- 703-746-5504 134 N. Royal St. CUSSION GROUP The group will Cameron St. tions that will support and promote a Information: 703-746-4242 or alexan- discuss stories from “Other Voices, Other Information: artskaleidoscope.org safe, lively and compelling waterfront. September 23 driava.gov/gadsbystavern Vistas,” edited by Barbara Solomon. Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Location: City Hall, 301 King St. PRESIDENTIAL SALON Join September 25 Location: Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Information: Contact Sandra Marks former President James Madison as he Library, 4701 Seminary Road at 703-746-4147 or sandra.marks@ discusses and engages guests about PAWS TO READ — KIDS READ Information: 703-746-1704 alexandriava.gov TO DOGS Kids, in first through sixth DUNCAN BOOK DISCUS- SION GROUP The group will discuss “The Paris Wife,” by Paula LIMITED TIME OFFER! McLain. Time: 7 p.m. Location: James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library, 2501 Common- STEAK & LOBSTER wealth Ave. Information: Contact Ruth Hailu at 703-746-1705x3 September 20 SUNDAY AMTRAK HIGH SPEED ONLY RAIL The Model Railroad Club $24.95 will present the story of the Amtrak High Speed Rail on the Northeast THE PERFECT COMBINATION… Corridor. Tender Steak Medallions with Bordelaise Sauce Time: 10 a.m. and a Delicious Lobster Tail with Melted Butter. Location: Hollin Hall Senior Cen- ter, 1500 Shenandoah Road Make reservations now to join us this Sunday! Information: 703-765-4573 ‘CAPITAL SPLENDOR’ The Garden Club of Waynewood presents Barbara Glickman, who will discuss her new book, “Capital Splendor,” which focuses on gar- dens and parks — famous and little- A high-octane, known gems — in the Washington twisted take D.C. area. The event is free. on the classic Time: 10:45 a.m. Location: Plymouth Haven Baptist tale of good Church, 8600 Plymouth Haven and evil. Road Information: Contact Katherine Hoffman at 703-549-4245

PHIL PERRY The American R&B singer and songwriter was a former member of the Montclairs. Award Winning Happy Hour Food Now Available on Sundays! Phil Perry’s breakout hit, “Call Me,” Sept 20 >> Oct 21 a remake of Aretha Franklin’s 1970 song, skyrocketed to the No. 1 spot on the R&B charts from his debut album, “The Heart of The Man,” in 1991, according to his website. His latest album is “The Gift of Love.” Save $10 with code ATIMES10 1652 K St. NW 901 F St. NW 8484 Westpark Dr. (on tickets purchased before September 20) Tickets are $39.50. Washington, DC 20006 Washington, DC 20004 McLean, VA 22102 Time: 7:30 p.m. 202.861.2233 202.639.9330 703.848.8000 Location: The Birchmere, 3701 Box Office: SyneticTheater.org Mount Vernon Ave. or 800.494.8497 11920 Democracy Dr. 2010 Crystal Dr. Information: 703-549-7500 or Reston, VA 20190 Arlington, VA 22202 www.birchmere.com 703.481.6600 703.413.6400 1800 S. Bell St. - Crystal City September 22 FREE parking garage. 1/2 block from Metro. WALK TO END ALZHEIM- ER’S Come walk this two-mile route to end Alzheimer’s disease. There is no registration fee, and families of all ages are welcome. Time: 9 a.m. Location: Amphitheater Pavilion www.alextimes.com 600 13th St. NW 11901 Democracy Dr. Information: www.alz.org/walk Washington, DC 20005 Reston, VA 20190 202.347.1500 703.787.7766 20 | September 13, 2012 ALEXANDRIA TIMES

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Obituaries

Sylvia H. Bert, of Alexandria, Noel B. Page, of Alexandria, Au- Obituary Policies September 4, 2012 gust 31, 2012 All obituaries in the Times are charged through the funeral home on a per-word basis comparable to the space rate offered to nonprofit Bugsy’s scores with scrumptious pizza and sports setting Paula Black, of Alexandria, Au- Eugene W. Skinner Sr. (81), of advertisers. gust 31, 2012 Alexandria, September 5, 2012 Families may provide any information they wish about a deceased loved one, through all obituaries are subject to editing by the New Barbara C. Burhans, of Alexan- Dorothy J. Sloppy (90), former- Department. dria, September 7, 2012 ly of Alexandria, September 9, 2012 “In Memoriam” and “Thank You” notices are available through the Advertising Department. Patricia M. Gilfillan (58), of Minnie V. Weeks, of Alexandria, Obituaries should be submitted through the funeral home. Each Alexandria, September 3, 2012 September 4, 2012 obituary must include the funeral home name for verification. Deadlines are the Monday prior to the issue date. Call 703.739.0001 for details.

Greening Your Congregation Workshop

The City of Alexandria invites members of the public to attend the ninth Join Us! Eco-City Alexandria, Green Building and Energy Conservation Workshop Grace Episcopal CITY OF ALEXANDRIA entitled Greening Your Congregation. Speakers will discuss the benefits of conserving energy, water, and other resources at your house of worship. Church & School, 2012 PERSONAL AND BUSINESS PROPERTY The workshop is presented in partnership with Grace Episcopal Church & School 3601 Russell Road TAXES ARE DUE and the local Interfaith Power & Light program, which supports congregations Sunday, September 23 across Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland in saving energy, going green, and from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. OCTOBER 5, 2012 responding to climate change. Participants are encouraged to RSVP by e-mail to [email protected]. Door prizes will be awarded. Personal property taxes, decal fees and residential parking fees, if For more information visit the Green Building Resource Center alexandriava.gov/GBRC applicable, must be paid no later than October 5, 2012, to avoid late payment penalty and interest. Business property taxes must also be paid by October 5, 2012. Please see the City’s webpage Metro Behavioral health ServiceS, llc at alexandriava.gov/finance for more information.

A City license decal and residential parking decal, if applicable, were mailed with the personal property tax bills to most resi- Providing integrative psychiatric services to adolescents (ages 12 & up), adults, and elderly patients. dents. The City license decal should be removed from the back High quality health care for common and complicated psychiatric illnesses, alcohol, opiate or of the bill and applied inside the front windshield next to the narcotics, tobacco, and cyber and any addictions. We also treat most common medical problems. vehicle inspection decal. The residential parking decal should be Accepting Virginia Medicaid, Medicare, Tricare, self-pay based on sliding scale mode. applied to the driver’s side rear bumper. We accept most commercial insurances. We accept new patients and the average wait period is one week. Pay by credit card or eCheck on the City’s web site at alexan- driava.gov/payments, in person at City Hall or at any SunTrust 6177 Grovedale Court Suite 100, Alexandria, VA 22310 Gebrehana W Zebro, MD, Bank Branch located in the City. Personal property tax pay- MBA, FAPA, FACP Phone (703)924-2370 Fax (703)924-2374 ments can also be mailed to City of Alexandria, PO Box 34710, Board certified psychiatrist, [email protected] | [email protected] Alexandria, VA 22334-0710. Business property tax payments Board Certified Internist can be mailed to City of Alexandria, PO Box 34901, Alexandria, VA 22334-0901. Payments can also be made with cash only at approximately 70 Global Express Cash Payment Centers conve- Carpenter’s Shelter has been providing shelter, niently located throughout Northern Virginia. For a complete list of the available cash payment centers, including Shoppers education, advocacy and guidance to homeless Food and Pharmacy Stores, please visit the City’s website at and formerly homeless individuals and families alexandriava.gov/payments. since 1988. For vehicle assessment questions or to receive a tax bill, please email [email protected] or call Personal Property at 703.746.3901, option 4. For business assessment questions or Donate. Designate. Volunteer. to receive a tax bill, please email [email protected] or call Business Tax at 703.746.3903, option 2. For payment Carpenter’s questions, please email [email protected] or call the UW #8228 / CFC #87293 Treasury Division at 703.746.3902, option 8. Shelter www.carpentersshelter.org 22 | September 13, 2012 ALEXANDRIA TIMES At Home Let’s cook: modern kitchen designs

By Elaine Markoutsas Bornholm. sors. In addition, there are flex- freestanding islands is expand- with brass fittings, pull-out “And it’s also a response to ible strips of lights (Hafele is ing in a range of styles and tables and towel bars. Style, lighting, efficiency open floor plans. The thinking one manufacturer), which can budgets. Furniture manufac- “It’s a compact multifunc- and health — both in terms of is to integrate into surrounding be installed on the inside of turers like Habersham (which tional piece that goes in almost eco-friendly materials and in rooms, to take away a little bit cabinets — for decorative and also has a full kitchen cabinet any kitchen,” she says. appliances with features that of the strictly utilitarian kitch- functional purposes. line), GuildMaster and French Cabinetry, of course, can be promote healthy eating — are en feeling.” As far as overhead light- Heritage are among those who a huge aesthetic game changer, feeding the most dominant “Ultimately,” she says, it’s ing is concerned, even halogen thoughtfully design islands, as it takes up so much real estate trends of kitchen design. about “bringing in comfort.” fans are becoming converts some of which are on lockable on a kitchen footprint. In fact, As with home furnishings, Those considering remod- to LEDs as the warm hue can casters. The beauty of these that’s one reason that many de- the new and shiny products eling may reel from sticker be replicated without the heat. standalone pieces is they can signers like to vary finishes, to usually grab attention. But shock, considering that some Although the bulbs cost more complement rather than match break up wide expanses. With besides the latest bells and high-end ranges cost as much up front, they are far more ef- every piece of cabinetry. considerable range in style whistles in appliances, color, as an SUV. ficient (lowering your electric “We’ve always done very covering traditional, transition- materials and finishes — stor- But some simple updates bill) and last much longer, eclectic pieces,” says Henessy al and contemporary, other fac- age, organization and function- may not require a huge cash some even more than 50,000 Wayser, co-owner with her tors — such as wood choice, ality are as important as ever, outlay — and they can make a hours. Most important, unlike husband, Jacques, of French color and finish — especially especially since kitchens open considerable impact. So while CFLs (compact fluorescent Heritage, which is based in stand out. Woods with nuances to other spaces, such as fam- you study the latest trends, lights), the actual quality in High Point, N.C. “In the kitch- in grains and special paint fin- ily rooms, which has made us consider which small-scale im- terms of color is better, and en you want a working counter, ishes and glazes, of course, lend fussier about how design flows provements can be achieved. there isn’t the danger of mer- but then other functions to go a more furniture-like look. The and eliminating clutter. An upgrade of lighting, of cury spillage if a bulb breaks. with it — a wine bar, shelving, German manufacturer Poggen- “It’s about flexible living,” course, enhances the cook- Most kitchens today are storage.” pohl’s new walnut collection says New York-based kitchen ing and prep experience. Task equipped with islands. But Their islands, which come (Artesio) is clean and modern, designer Susan Serra, who also lighting is especially impor- for those who don’t have one, in a range of natural and appointed with square-shaped writes several popular blogs tant for aging eyes. Some of want to replace an existing one painted finishes, also include stainless steel hardware, and on the subject and has a line of the new LEDs (light emitting with something less monolith- niceties such as beautifully transitions beautifully to living furniture-like, Scandinavian- diodes) are battery operated ic or even if you’re planning constructed removable trays, influenced cabinetry called and even have motion sen- a remodel, the vocabulary of cutting boards made in Maine SEE kitchens | 23 HOME OF THE WEEK Townhome impresses with open layout and fantastic location

This estate, a full-brick town- impromptu or elaborate dinners. home with covered front porch, Other highlights include a de- stands out in the sought-after com- tached garage with guest suite At a Glance: munity known as Potomac Yard that doubles as an office or studio. by Pulte Homes. Thoughtfully de- There’s a private patio that sepa- Location: 712 E. Custis Ave., signed, it reflects modern living. rates the home from the garage. Alexandria, VA 22301 The residence features hard- In addition, this October move-in Price: $987,570 wood floors that extend through home faces a heavily landscaped Built: Brand new the open layout on the first level. park with brick paver sidewalks. Style: 24-foot-wide estate town- The chef’s kitchen boasts stainless Outdoors, Potomac Yard home steel KitchenAid appliances, el- boasts gardens, jogging paths, ten- Square Footage: 3,035 egant upgraded cabinets and rich nis courts and a playground. Not granite countertops. It’s great for only are the amenities fantastic, Contact: Pulte Homes at 571- but the location also is terrific. En- 970-4043 joy an easy walk from the home Bedrooms: 4 (Top) A rendering of the exterior. to Potomac Yard Shopping Center Baths: 3.5 (Bottom) The chef’s kitchen features and the Braddock Road Metro sta- Parking: 2-car detached garage stainless steel KitchenAid appli- tion. Visit pulte.com/potomacyard ances, elegant cabinets and granite for more details. courtesy of pulte group countertops. ADVERTORIAL WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM September 13, 2012 | 23

Let’s cook: modern kitchen designs

photo/Hafele Whether it’s down-lighting, lighting under or inside cabinets, or decorative illumination, the Loox collec- tion from Hafele offers all sorts of customization options.

kitchenS of sink with counter. Integrated juices and flavors, so use of sinks are available in solid sur- butter and oil can be cut down FROM | 22 facing options such as quartz or eliminated. (Silestone, Cambria, Zodiaq), Motorized rotisseries also spaces. Gray and taupe painted stone or stainless steel. are touted as healthy options, and stained finishes, most no- All-in-one pull-down fau- since self-basting allows tably from Plain and Fancy, a cets that integrate sprays con- juices to cover evenly and fat custom cabinet company based tinue to win fans; those with and grease fall to a drip pan in Schaefferstown, Pa., echo a motion sensors that respond below. The 32-inch-square similar direction in interior de- to touch or the simple wave of La Cornue Flamberge is the cor. a hand (like Moen’s Motion- first built-in gas rotisserie de- Serra’s designs, which are Sense) make green sense. That signed for indoor use that re- available in walnut or rift oak, kitchen appliance manufac- quires no special ventilation. are eco-friendly as well, as they turers are paying attention to Wolf and Capital have rotis-

are finished in a natural oil with fashion trends is evident from series available within some ® Townhome impresses with open layout no urea or formaldehyde. some of Delta and Brizo’s of- of their ranges. In addition to what you see, ferings at the last Kitchen and Dual fuel ranges also are and fantastic location cabinet manufacturers are pay- Bath Show in Chicago. Delta firing up a lot of enthusiasm. ing more attention to what’s in- added a dash of color with red Riding the wave of a lust for side. The hardware and hinges accents on one faucet and so- commercial ranges, CapiMD.703- NoOffer 3.6 x6.75 4c.indd 1 8/27/2012 12:35:51 PM that allow cabinets to pull up phistication with matte black tal introduced a gas cooktop and down are a boon for aging on others. Another wonderful with electric convection oven, in place as well as an ageless decorating touch: an elegantly shown off in fire engine red, convenience. Smart storage — styled, small-scale vase and available in 30-, 36-, 48- and cubbies, pegboards, dividers soap dispenser to coordinate 60-inch sizes. Italian manu- for everything from flatware, with some of the faucets. facturer Bertazzoni recently utensils and serving pieces to While hands-free faucets introduced a segmented cook- pots and pans — is expanding, that conserve water are green top that includes three types including retrofit possibilities. winners, cooking appliance of heat: induction, gas and And if the retrofitting works manufacturers are focusing on electric griddle — and are fin- (measure carefully, don’t forget what’s good for the body. Con- ished with a painting process depth), replacing a sink might vection steam ovens have been used by the luxury automobile be an instant perk-up, espe- around at the high end, but brand Ferrari. cially with one like Jonathan two of the latest models from Whether you can afford a Adler’s new special edition Miele and Wolf don’t have to full-scale kitchen renovation color collection for Kohler. A be plumbed, which makes ret- or just enough to cover some farmhouse-style model comes rofitting easier and saves on improvements, there are many in yummy bright shades of additional labor costs. Steam options likely to satisfy your green, yellow and blue. cooking preserves nutrients eye for design — and some Also extremely appealing and retains color and texture will kick it up a notch for your is the sleek, all-in-one combo and also maintains natural taste buds as well. 24 | September 13, 2012 ALEXANDRIA TIMES Our View Opinion May the memory of 9/11 help heal America today “Where the press is free and every man is able to read, all is safe.” - Thomas Jefferson September 11, 2012 dawned perfectly clear. A glorious day with a vibrant blue sky borne of low humidity — the epitome of early fall. It was the kind of day that makes people want to call in sick to work or invent any excuse to head outdoors. Tuesday recalled a Tuesday 11 years ago when the beautiful day was the backdrop for al-Qaida ter- rorists who destroyed the World Trade Center, damaged the Pentagon, crashed an airliner in a Pennsylvania field and permanently altered America. September 11 will always have a special resonance in the Washington metro area. All who were here will never forget that frantic morning when we scrambled to contact loved ones working downtown. Hysterical parents raced to get their children from school. No one was quite sure what was going on or how widespread the attacks were. When the debris settled and rescue workers had done all they could, the horror of that day’s evil acts sank in. In those first days and weeks post 9/11, Americans of all stripes put away our differences and came together as one. We were united by our intense sorrow at our losses and by the grief of others. We came together as Americans and coalesced around our anger at those who perpetrated the destruction. While no one wants to relive the sadness or anxiety of those first post 9/11 days, America — and Alexandria — would be a better place if more of the post 9/11 unity re- mained. Unfortunately, as this nasty political season makes clear, we have become a nation more divided: by party, by eth- nicity, by geography, by social issues, by income and by religion. We tune in to TV news stations that reinforce our biases. We receive noxious talking points from our politi- cal party of choice — and far too often accept them at face Your Views value. We demonize our opponents without really trying to understand their point of view. All of us, if we are honest, are guilty of acting this way. Support wind power and a clean Figuring out how we got to this point and what to do about it are elusive. Advances in communications have helped fuel the divisiveness: It is easier than ever for peo- energy future ple to widely broadcast their views. When we look some- one in the eye and disagree, we can still see that person’s To the editor: a more sustainable economy. that already powers nearly 13 humanity. Understanding breeds empathy. When an angry What do labor unions, en- We still get too much of million homes and employs person sits and types vitriol in solitude, it’s easy to demon- vironmentalists, public health our energy from dirty and dan- 75,000 Americans. ize those with whom we disagree. Ignorance breeds hatred. officials, parents of kids with gerous fossil fuels like coal Let’s make Congress listen There is no easy answer to America’s morass. They say asthma and almost two-thirds and oil that pollute our air, to us instead. Call Sen. Mark admitting a problem is the first step to a solution. We all of the public have in common? endanger our health and drive Warner and tell him that you need to not only acknowledge the issue, but also recognize They want clean, renewable, global warming. The polluting support critical wind tax cred- our complicity in it. homegrown wind energy. To- coal and oil companies are try- its and a clean energy future. We need the memory of that beautiful, awful September day, on the Wind Day of Ac- ing to get Congress to squash morning 11 years ago to help us remember the fundamental tion, people across Virginia the burgeoning wind industry things that unite us are far more significant than the politi- and the United States will be by allowing critical wind en- - Meredith Epstein cal ones that divide us. standing up for wind power ergy tax credits to expire at the Environment Virginia that is pollution-free, never end of the year. But doing that energy associate runs out and is helping to build will endanger a wind industry WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM September 13, 2012 | 25

Trolleys are proved otherwise as half- all stories and deadlines ourselves further and fur- way through the national were shelved in favor of ther from September 11, more like moving Eleven anthem I began to cry the biggest breaking news 2001, and the restrictions like a baby, and I know I since the Japanese bombed on our freedoms become freezers than years wasn’t alone. Pearl Harbor on December more of an inconvenience Having grown up in 7, 1941. and not a violation of the comfortable north New Jersey, with The entire newspaper Constitution, it becomes ago parents (sadly both blessed staff was dispatched to as easier for the government transports memories) many com- to dictate our lives. This still living munities in we must fight as though Eleven years ago, To the editor: there, contact Northern our very existence as a Several times lately when I’ve our world as we knew it was vital. I Virginia as free people depends upon changed interminably. gotten the new King Street trol- was living in possible to it, because, well, it does. leys, my glasses fog up, even after Wherever Americans Northern Vir- cover the “Those that would only 5 minutes on board thanks to around the globe were lo- ginia, about horrific ter- sacrifice freedom for se- cated, they suddenly had 10 miles from rorist at- curity deserve neither,” how aggressively they’ve over- a heightened sense of who the Pentagon, tacks of that said a prophetic Benjamin done their air-conditioning. Air- they were as individu- working as a morning. A Franklin. conditioning should make the in- als, as countrymen and as local newspa- new day had Never forget what hap- terior comfortable — not cold. proud patriots. Our only per reporter dawned. pened that innocent Tues- Excessive air-conditioning de- concerns were whether or on a deadline In fact, a day morning 11 years ago. creases the trolleys’ fuel efficiency not our families and loved that fateful new era had Our collective national and increases their environmental ones were safe — espe- MyView Tuesday. We dawned, one strength rose up from those impact. It does no good to use al- cially for those of us liv- Sanford D. Horn were able to that includes ashes like that of the phoe- ternative fuels that pollute less ing within the sights and appraise each other as to gropings at airports, sta- nix, and their deaths shall sounds of ground zero. only to make the trolleys have to our whereabouts and safe- diums and any other large not have been in vain. use more fuel because of over air- Nothing else mattered ty, but so many others we populated venue as well — not politics, not sports. conditioning, which cancels out knew were not as fortu- as the surrendering of pri- their pollution reduction. Nor is it All seemed so insignifi- nate. vacy rights and potentially healthy or comfortable for people cant while our realities Once the beautiful, freedoms in favor of po- The writer is an seemed so surreal. How- crisp morning air and blue litical correctness because educator and former to go from hot to cold to hot need- ever, attending the first skies were permeated by we don’t want to seem in- Alexandria resident. lessly. In the summer, keeping the Orioles home game after the evils of al-Qaida in sensitive to other groups. trolleys’ inside temperature be- the resumption of base- New York City, Arling- Yet, while life has gone tween 75 and 77 degrees should ball September 21, 2011, ton and Shanksville, Pa., blithely on as we distance be sufficient.

- Dino Drudi Alexandria From the web What the Times’ online readers are talking about

In response to Pet Matters: Ignoring aggression sets In response to the Alex- In response to Construction on Alexandria’s Bike- your dog up for failure Times.com poll question share stations begins

KR writes: Scot wrote: Monday Citydweller writes:

Your article is silly in your assertion that we dog owners are What kind of newspaper Before Big Government “bankrolled the project” as we not really owners, but parents. Sorry, but most likely money asks a stupid/rhetorical poll read, did they even pause to consider the dozens of small, exchanged hands — you or another human did not give birth question like, “Is there any private bike rental companies they will blow out of busi- to your dog. It’s a dog, not a human. If it’s a particular breed excuse for Norfolk South- ness? Like the shop down near the Old Town Strand that of dog, you should do a little research before buying. The dog ern Corp.’s repeated deci- pays rent for its shop, taxes to the city and gets no favor- from the article you mentioned was a dogue de Bordeaux. Or sion to bypass alerting the able treatment for placement of its rental bikes in prime lo- a French mastiff. Not the most friendly or forgiving of dogs if local fire department after cations on City property, like next to Market Square? The you’re a novice owner. I thought I read that the couple got the chemical spills?” shop owners who toiled possibly for years to stay afloat dog from a rescue. If that’s true, then I think the rescue bears marginally in businesses they love and “they built” all by some responsibility in what they were adopting out. If the dog What’s next? “Do you dis- themselves? What will happen now to them, huh? Does had shown ANY aggression while they had it, it should never like people who hate pup- anyone in the city government care? Government gets in- have been adopted out. Would you really be willing to reha- pies?” volved and more small businesses bite the dust. This is a bilitate a large mastiff-type dog that had a history of aggres- small example of centralized planning at its best. All hail, sion? I’m sorry, but there are too many truly sweet-natured Otherwise, I recommend the Peoples’ Bikes have arrived — appropriately colored breeds of dogs out there that need homes to waste time, blood that you put the editorials red. and money on the aggressive ones. on the Opinion page. 26 | September 13, 2012 ALEXANDRIA TIMES

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LONG LIVE YOU To: All Interested Agencies, Alexandria Times’ Groups, and Individuals Cause of the Month This is to give notice that Alex- Noise reduction andria Neighborhood Health The Alexandria Times will donate a portion of every Services, Inc. has applied Nobody likes noise. A noisy but avoid heavy exercise 3 paid display ad in September to our Cause of the Month. environment makes it hard to hours before bedtime. Please join us in contributing to this worthy cause. for a Capital Development concentrate, hard to work and Mind noise is when you Program grant from Health hard to pay attention to a con- cannot turn off your think- Resources and Services versation. ing. That may come from a September’s cause: Administration (HRSA) of the Noise also makes it hard to particular stressful situation Department of Health and The Giving Circle of Alexandria sleep. But many people don’t you’re trying to think your way Human Services (HHS). Alex- invests strategically in Alexandria’s know there are actually three through, or it might come from andria Neighborhood Health youngest children to enable them kinds of noise that can interfere an anxiety disorder or obses- Services, Inc. proposes to to reach their full potential. Our with sleep, each needing a dif- sive thoughts. renovate their existing facility primary goal is to prepare the ferent approach to eliminate. There are many treatments located at 2 E. Glebe Road in city’s most vulnerable children for You see, noise doesn’t just for this, such as: meditation, Alexandria, Virginia. kindergarten success. mean loud, un- hypnosis, guided The purpose of this notice is wanted sounds. imagery, gentle To register, sponsor, and make a difference: It refers to any yoga, heart rate to inform the public that per Executive Order 11988 for kind of interfer- variability train- www.givingfullcircle.org/invest.html Floodplain Management, Alex- ence with natu- ing and general andria Neighborhood Health ral patterns. breathing exer- Services, Inc. recognizes that It’s impor- cises. Cognitive the proposed action will occur tant to figure behavioral therapy within Flood Zone X (shaded), out and address with a psycholo- ADOPTABLE PET OF THE WEEK the 100-year floodplain, and the cause of gist can be very that Alexandria Neighborhood sleep disruption helpful as well. Health Services, Inc. has de- By Dr. Marie Steinmetz because insuf- Develop healthy termined that this is the only ficient sleep in- bedtime rituals to practicable alternative for this creases your risk of high blood clear your mind and allow you project. Alexandria Neighbor- pressure, heart failure, depres- to surrender to sleep. hood Health Services, Inc. sion, stroke and irregular heart Finally, bed noise includes will comply with all state and/ rhythms. Chronic insomnia af- exposure to too much light at or local floodplain protec- fects 15 percent of adults, and night, an uncomfortable mat- tion standards. The project more than half of us — 60 per- tress, a bedroom that is too involves interior work only and cent — have trouble sleeping warm or actual sonic noise. no new infrastructure or areas at least some of the time. The solutions depend on of impervious surface will be Often, people try to fight the source of interference. Try created and no changes to insomnia with sleep aids. to keep your bedroom at 68 de- the stormwater management There are many popular over- grees and the room as dark as ~ Hello, Alexandria! ~ system will occur that would the-counter brands, and they possible. Consider a noise ma- cause additional runoff. No can work to knock you uncon- chine to create calming natural Little Dutch is here to report that it is true what you’ve heard alterations to the existing scious, but their effect is not a sounds or white noise that can about mixed dogs making wonderful pets; his photo tells the building will take place that replacement for restful, natural mask external sounds. story, doesn’t it? would cause an undue impact sleep. Avoid using sleeping medi- to the floodplain or drainage The concept of three kinds cations. They shortcut natural At 14 months, Dutch has a bit of puppy to him still, and is hoping system. of noise comes from Dr. Ru- sleep phases, and it’s possible that his adopter will give him lots of exercise. bin Naiman’s integrative sleep to develop a dependency that Additional information may be A fun and friendly fellow, he has endeared himself to us at the health model, which I have will make it increasingly hard- Shelter. He is keen to learn new lessons and tricks, and responds obtained by contacting: Alex- found helpful for patients. The er to sleep without them. well to commands. Charming as well as handsome, Dutch will andria Neighborhood Health three kinds of noise are body If you want a sleep aid in make a sensational addition to your home. Services, Inc., Attn: Robert noise, mind noise and bed noise. addition to the techniques I’ve H. Waechter, Capital Projects Body noise comes from described, consider an herbal TO MEET THE ADOPTABLE PETS OF ALEXANDRIA ONLINE, Management Firm, (202) 207- biological disruption. It can remedy. Good dietary supple- PLEASE VISIT THE SHELTER AT 4960., [email protected]. be pain or discomfort, the me- ments are melatonin, valerian tabolism boost of caffeine, a and hops. To assure proper www.alexandriaanimals.org Written comments on the consequence of inadequate melatonin dosage, I consider it 703-746-4774 proposed action and potential impacts to floodplains must be exercise, or the side effects of best practice to get your mela- Thank you! certain medications. tonin levels checked before submitted to the following ad- To fight most body noise, supplementation. dress on or before September start with healthy nutrition. 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