Mount Vernon’s Hometown Newspaper • A Connection Newspaper June 18, 2015 Page 14 Questioning Family Life Curriculum Photos by Topics of gender identity and sexual orientation added. Tim Peterson By Tim Peterson The Gazette

he Fairfax County School /The Connection TBoard’s May 7 meeting drew a passionate and boisterous crowd that filled the Luther Jackson Middle School au- ditorium and spilled out into the main lobby. That night the board voted in favor of adding “gender Master Police Officer Joe Moore asks a driver if they know about the identity” to its nondiscrimination “Move Over” law. policy for students, employees and applicants for employment. On June 25, the board may face Moving on ‘Move Over’ a similar scene. It’s scheduled to vote on proposed updates from the Family Life Education Curriculum Citizen Steven Mosley Police crack down, educate about law protecting Advisory Committee, including speaks at the June 11 adding the topics of gender iden- school board meeting in emergency roadside vehicles and drivers. tity and sexual orientation, begin- opposition to proposed ning in seventh grade Family Life By Tim Peterson changes in the Family Life ing or, if there’s no option to move over, “proceed Education, classes out of which The Gazette with due caution and maintain a safe speed for Education and health parents may opt their students. curriculums. highway conditions.” Other advertised changes in- airfax County Master Police Officer Joe The law first went into effect in 2002 and was clude moving a portion of the cur- as new business at the school Moore’s front and rear-mounted radar amended in 2010 with the addition of highway riculum from Family Life Educa- board’s May 21 meeting. At the machines whistle and beep with varying maintenance and roadside assistance vehicles F tion to students’ health courses. June 11 meeting, eight out of the frequency as cars barrel past on Inter- whose amber flashing lights differ from the blue This would be done to comply the 10 citizen speakers and one addi- state 66 around the Fairfax County Parkway. and red of police cruisers. Virginia Board of Education’s re- tional speaker on a prepared video He’s sitting on the right-hand shoulder, parked, Enforcement of the law hasn’t been “prevalent” cently revised health standards of addressed the recommendations. with his cruiser’s emergency lights on. A dozen however, according to 2nd Lt. Jason Long, traffic learning for kindergarten through Each of those speakers opposed yards ahead of him, a Virginia State Trooper has safety section supervisor with the Fairfax County tenth grade. the proposed changes. a vehicle pulled over. A black sport utility vehicle Police. According to Fairfax County “How one identifies should not blasts by in the closest lane going 64 miles per According to the National Highway Traffic Public Schools, the topics that take the place of science and hour. The additional lanes were all clear. Moore Safety Administration, 138 law enforcement of- would no longer be part of Family truth,” said citizen Steven Mosley, guns the Chevrolet Impala and ficers were struck and or killed Life Education (and therefore no- who introduced himself as a flags the driver down. on highways between 2003 longer opt-out) are: “black, ordained, evangelical rev- During his first chat with the and 2013. ❖ Personal development (emo- erend” who works in higher edu- driver, Moore says she claimed “You would think with 13 tions/feelings, self-image, self- cation. “Here’s the truth we need she didn’t know what she did years of a law being on books, concept, personal characteristics, to hang on to: Man cannot deter- was illegal. On his second visit, people would know about it,” skills to work and play successfully mine his gender just like I can’t after running her driver’s li- Long said. “We don’t want that in a community) determine my race. Both these cense and plates, she changes to be the way people become ❖ Healthy relationships (in- things are gifts from God and af- her tune. “Everyone was doing aware of these laws.” cludes conflict resolution skills) firmed by science.” it,” Moore recapped. “Honesty To coincide with Virginia de- ❖ Respecting individual differ- Citizen Mary Beth Style said, is rare,” he added, as he begins claring June “Move Over ences (disabilities, ethnicities, cul- “Fairfax County Public Schools writing her a ticket. Month,” Fairfax County traffic tures) have no expertise to teach lessons Moore was partnered with police and Virginia State Police ❖ Mental health areas such as on the development of the trooper for a multi-hour collaborated on a education depression and suicide transgender identity. shift of “selective enforcement” and enforcement event Friday, The recommendations came up See Curriculums, Page 4 of the “Move Over” law (look- May 29. Teams of police ing for specific violations “but offivers and troopers leap-

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Wegmans vice president of media relations Jo Natale displays a large napkin dispenser in the Wegmans director of restaurant operations Joe McCarthy of Fairfax Station, executive chef Market Café area of the new Hilltop Village Kathy Haines talks about the Spicy Tuna Mar- of The Pub at Wegmans in Alexandria, serves Center Wegmans. The dispenser came from tini (left) and Lemon Blueberry Trifle, on offer up Cucumber Roulades: ribbons of cucumber suggestions by store employees, rather than at The Pub. rolled with roasted tomato and feta cheese. management. New Wegmans Opens in Alexandria Nearly 2,000 in line for June 14 opening morning. By Tim Peterson The Gazette

t any other Wegmans grocery store in Virginia, Woodbridge Beer Battered Fish & “Chips” at Slow, slow-cooked caramelized Aresident Braden Cheney’s job The Pub in the new Hilltop Village Blackened, spiced mahi mahi white onions blended with ground wouldn’t exist. A 2000 graduate Center Wegmans is a tempura- lives at the heart of the Wegmans turkey keep the Wegmans Pub Gyro of W.T. Woodson High School, Cheney is battered haddock served with Pub restaurant take on Fish Turkey Burger juicy beneath cu- manager of The Pub, a full-service restau- Tuscan herbed fries. Tacos. cumber, tzatziki and fresh parsley. rant and bar operating within the store. It’s a first for any Wegmans outside of media relations Jo Natale, between 1,800 happened to come through her line and duce counter in the store’s midsection. “Ev- Pennsylvania, also the first with its kitchen and 2,000 people were in line at the open- recruited her to the cheese department be- ery Wegmans starts with fresh produce,” in the back of the house. ing. Some of the first customers arrived at cause of her “bubbly personality.” Twenty said Natale. “It really is our crown jewel. “It’s different from a typical restaurant,” 3 a.m. years later, Henley is still with the company And prepared vegetables are big.” Cheney said. “The values — we listen to “The lines went in both directions from and managing Alexandria’s vast cheese Customers at other locations can purchase our employees and empower them to come the front entrance and wrapped around shop. pre-cut and washed produce, saving them up with new ideas, things I might miss.” both sides of the building,” Natale said. “Cheese is so versatile,” she said. “For from some of the more tedious and time- Cheney, who’s spent seven years with Though she wouldn’t release specific fig- appetizers, entrees, there’s so much. Not consuming aspects of cooking at home. See- Wegmans including a role as manager of ures, Natale it was a banner day: “In terms everyone can be experts, so we try to help.” ing this as a growing market, Alexandria the Café in the Woodbridge location, gave of sales, it was our biggest opening day ever, There’s also executive chef Joe McCarthy, devoted more real estate to this effort. the example of the large napkin dispensers breaking the previous record of a Fairfax Station resident, who serves up The Hilltop Village Center Wegmans is found in the dining area. Employees came Northborough, Ma. in October 2011.” Cucumber Roulades in The Pub — ribbons located at 7905 Hilltop Village Center Drive up with the idea, thinking it would be less Spanning 126,000 square feet, the gro- of cucumber rolled with roasted tomato and in Alexandria. wasteful for people to take what they need. cery store is more than just that. With 550 feta cheese — that can be replicated with Normal operating hours after the June 14 The company went for it. employees, it stands as a career launchpad ingredients found in the grocery store. opening will be Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. This new Wegmans in Alexandria opened opportunity for community members join- With the globe-crossing variety of pre- until midnight. its doors to customers Sunday, June 14 at 7 ing the family-owned company. pared food in the Market Café as well as a.m. Stacie Henley of Manassas started as a The Pub, Wegmans becomes more of a to- According to Wegmans vice president of cashier in the Syracuse location. A manager tal gastronomic experience. ‘Fill the Bus’ With this model, the line between where From Sunday, June 21 through Saturday, to go to eat and where to go to prepare to July 4, Wegmans Food Market stores will eat is blurring. hold a two-week “Fill the Bus” food drive to “We’re a dining destination as well,” said support local food banks’ increased summer Kathy Haines, Wegmans director of restau- needs. Customers are invited to help “Fill Stacie Henley the Bus” by donating items that provide (right) of rant operations. “People eat and shop, shop healthy meals for children when they do not Manassas and eat — some take a split shift. We’re just have access to free or reduced-price meals at school. manages the giving them another option.” Aside from The Pub, this new Wegmans Customer service desks at the 14 partici- cheese shop at pating stores will post wish lists of the new Alex- will feel familiar to anyone who’s shopped non-perishable items that are intended to be andria a different location. Each layout is meant nutritious and easy to prepare, like tuna to be custom, though navigation through fish, peanut butter, and canned soup. Prod- Wegmans. ucts to donate will also be displayed by the the departments of bakery, deli, dairy, pro- registers and can be purchased at checkout duce, health and wellness, household items, and then placed in the “Fill the Bus” collec- Photos by seasonal items, dry goods, wine and beer is tion bin located by the front of the store. Tim Peterson fairly consistent with other stores. Donations at the Alexandria store will be The Gazette collected and transported to the Capital One area that is expanded relative to Area Food Bank. those other locations is the prepared pro- www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 ❖ 3 News Curriculums From Page 1 “This religious belief that the soul is sepa- rate from the body and that man creates his own reality is not supported by science,”

Photos by Tim Peterson Style continued. “There is no agreement in the therapeutic world and certainly no agreement in society or even among the theorists who are fighting among them- selves. Yet you are teaching it anyway. That is arrogant.” Community review of the board action will continue until Friday, June 19, through the website www.fcps.edu/is/hpe/fle.shtml. Don Ward of Franconia volunteers with the archae- The page contains frequently asked ques- Gunston Hall staff archeologist David Shonyo of ology at Gunston Hall. He’s holding an animal tions and answers from Fairfax County Pub- Woodbridge points to a current excavation looking bone excavated from what’s believed to have been lic Schools, as well as contact information at a servants’ dumping area. a dumping area for servants of George Mason. for Elizabeth Payne, health and physical education coordinator for the school sys- tem. Email comments can be sent to [email protected]. New Gunston Hall Roof Completed Citizens may also request to speak at the upcoming meeting by either registering pproaching Gunston Hall in Mason Neck, the 18th- online at www.fcps.edu/schlbd/meetings/ Acentury plantation home of George Mason, its roof requestspeak.shtml or calling the School appears to gleam golden in the sunlight. The heavy Board office at 571-423-1075 during nor- slate tiles that previously topped the building where Mason mal business hours, beginning three days may well have drafted the Virginia Declaration of Rights were prior to the meeting. Ten spots are avail- recently replaced — not by gold, but Alaskan Red Cedar. able and are filled on a first-come basis. The wood shingles, which came from a mill in Washington State, are much closer to what Mason would have had on THE SCHOOL BOARD also recognized his roof, according to David S. DuVal, Gunston Hall director its outgoing, 44th student representative of marketing and public relations. Harris LaTeef, a senior at Langley High The slate tiles were added in the 1930s while the structure School. was still privately owned. Replacing them has been part of Superintendent of Schools Dr. Karen an “ongoing preservation and stewardship plan,” DuVal said. Garza followed the individual board mem- Gunston Hall would have sought funding for the roof, but bers and summed up their effusive compli- an anonymous private donor stepped forward five years ago ments of LaTeef’s work. and offered to finance the project. “You’re one of the most impressive young A renovation plan began a year ago, according to DuVal, men I’ve ever been around: intelligent, ar- with construction starting at the beginning of January this ticulate, calm under pressure and wise be- year. It was completed just a few weeks ago, in plenty of yond your years,” Garza said. “Being the time to celebrate George Mason Day on June 13. Total cost student voice on the board, you always of the project was $389,000. added significant value to our work and “It’s putting the house back more in time,” said Gunston reminded us why we’re doing this.” Hall tour guide and Lorton native Rhonda Williams. “When In his remarks, LaTeef thanked the board you come, you’re stepping back in time. It’s peaceful here, for teaching him about “politics, education, and with the new roof it keeps it in a more authentic set- human nature and the true meaning of serv- ting.” ing one’s community.” In time, the vibrant cedar will weather to a brown-grey, He also offered the public some commen- similar to the slats seen on the outbuildings surrounding the tary from his perspective. “Though they may main house. The roof is estimated to last around 50 years. The fresh cedar of the new roof will eventually seem divided at times,” he said, “each has weather to match the other outbuildings on the the same goal, to make Fairfax County Pub- — Tim Peterson Gunston Hall property. lic Schools a great school system to send your kids to each and every morning.” LaTeef’s final thoughts were directed back Crime Report at the School Board members: “Keep fight- ing the good fight,” he said. “Don’t let petty The following incidents were reported by the Road, June 6, 1:08 p.m. An employee reported an 7600 block of Richmond Highway, merchandise politics or gamesmanship distract you from Mount Vernon District Police Station. unknown man walked into the business through an from business. why you are here, and that is to focus on unsecured door. The man left immediately when 7700 block of Richmond Highway, purse from the future.” ROBBERY/RECKLESS DISCHARGE OF A he saw someone in the business. Nothing was vehicle. FIREARM, 2600 block of Arlington Drive, June taken. 7800 block of Belford Drive, property from resi- After graduating, LaTeef plans to attend 12, 2:11 a.m. The victim was walking and was LARCENIES dence. the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. approached from behind by two men. One of the 8000 block of Buckman Court, license plates 6600 block of Richmond Highway, merchandise suspects displayed a handgun and demanded from vehicle. from business. Citizen Mary Beth money. The suspects took property and began to 6000 block of Dewey Drive, tools from vehicle. 6700 block of Richmond Highway, merchandise Style speaks at the flee. The victim yelled out for help and the suspect 3200 block of Lockheed Boulevard, property from business. with the handgun discharged one round in the di- from vehicle. 7800 block of Richmond Highway, merchandise June 11 school rection of the victim. The round did not hit the 5800 block of North Kings Highway, merchan- from business. board meeting, victim and the victim did not require medical at- dise from business. 8500 block of Southlawn Court, cash from ve- referring to the tention. The suspect with the handgun was 8100 block of Pinelake Court, property from hicle. Family Life Educa- described as black, about 6 feet 2 inches tall, ap- vehicle. 3100 Sherwood Hall Lane, property from busi- proximately 200 pounds, wearing a black shirt and 6300 block of Richmond Highway, merchandise ness. tion curriculum black pants. The second suspect was described as from business. STOLEN VEHICLES changes regarding black, about 5 feet 10 inches tall, approximately 8600 block of West Boulevard Drive, phone from 4300 block of Cedar Lake Court, 2012 Hyundai identity and sexu- 150 pounds, and wearing a white shirt and blue vehicle. Elantra. pants. 6600 block of Richmond Highway, phone from 4000 block of Buckman Road, 2013 Toyota ality as a “warped UNLAWFUL ENTRY, 7900 block of Fort Hunt business. Camry. worldview.” 4 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Rex Reiley Sharing about Alzheimer’s RE/MAX Allegiance 703-768-7730 Author discusses [email protected] SUNDAY 1–4 City of Fairfax/Fairfax Towne Estates OPEN caregiving. $517,500 • 10415 Darby Street NEW Stunning 4 level, 5 BR, 2 BA split By Gerald A. Fill level on a beautiful .35 acre, fenced LISTING corner lot. Freshly painted interior, The Gazette beautifully refinished hardwood floors on main and upper levels, 2 t the Aldersgate United Methodist Church, wood-burning fireplaces, 2 sky- lights in Fam Rm, energy-efficient Aauthor Meryl Comer discussed her book, double pane windows thruout. 2nd “Slow Dancing with a Stranger: Lost and LL offers plenty of room for workshops and storage. Walking distance to Found in the Age of Alzheimer’s,” a personal mem- downtown Fairfax City w/its restaurants, shopping and parks. oir, recounting her last 20 years as a caregiver, first Alex./Yacht Haven • $849,900 for her husband and now for her mother, both with Author Meryl Comer, on the left, is with 4505 Dolphin Lane Reconnections Mount Vernon Advisory 4,000 sq. ft. of renovated luxury in this Alzheimer’s disease. Following her June 9 presenta- 5 BR/4 BA Split – Updates: Kitchen, all tion, she conducted a Town Hall-type meeting, an- Council members, Virginia Hodgkinson 4 baths, spectacular cherry hdwd floors swering questions and discussing issues and prob- and Virginia Martin, after discussing with – Great room opens to beautiful sun- attendees her memoir “Slow Dancing with room addition that opens to spectacu- lems she encountered. lar 35K deck overlooking an unbeliev- The event was sponsored by the Insight Memory a Stranger: Lost and Found in the Age of able custom landscaped bkyd. House Care Center, AARP, The Goodwin House, and the Alzheimer’s.” designed for independent living on either level. Two updated HVAC systems plus tankless HWH – the list goes on & Reconnections Advisory Council. Reconnections is a nonprofit service organization located in Fairfax, Vir- on. Walk to marina, clubhouse & pool. Nothing better in all of Mount Vernon. local club for retired business and professional men ginia. A professional facilitator is provided for each Alex./Woodlawn Estates • $769,900 with mild to moderate memory problems that meets session of socialization and stimulation for the par- 8896 McNair Drive each Thursday from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Spectacular Colonial w/3 finished levels, ticipants. large 2-car garage on a quiet cul-de-sac look- Aldersgate Church, located at the corner of A typical session includes: arrival coffee; topic of ing across to the 9th fairway of Mount Collingwood and Fort Hunt roads. The weekly event the day discussion which participants prepare reports Vernon Country Club. 3,800 sq. ft. of living is sponsored by the Insight Memory Care Center, a space w/beautiful hardwood floors, huge the previous week; an invited outside speaker or bedrms, master bedrm w/sitting room, 3.5 performer; lunch; and mental and physical games updated baths including MBA suite. Totally remodeled kitchen w/SS, granite, ceramic tile For Help and exercises. Retired business and professional men flr. Huge walk-up lower level w/recreation such as members of Mount Vernon At Home, Don rm, game rm, full bath & 500 sq.ft. of storage (can use RR as 5th bedrm). Spectacular land- If residents have friends or family in the area who would scaped lot w/beautiful stone patio & private hot tub. 5 minutes to Ft. Belvoir – A 10!!! benefit from membership in Reconnections, contact Christi Peterson and Ross Hunt, serve as volunteer assistants. A fee is charged; however, scholarships are available Alex./River Towers • $239,900 Clark, Insight Memory Care Center, at 703-204-4664, or Vir- 6621 Wakefield Dr., #209 ginia Martin at 703-329-1538. for those who cannot afford the fee. Lovely 2 BR, 2 BA condo with BALCONY in fantastic location on 26 beautiful acres. Freshly painted and baths updated. Utilities For a free digi- included in condo fee. 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connection SUN. 1–4 beautiful lot. Meticulously main- newspapers.com tained. Many updates: newer kitchen and baths, refinished hard- wood floors, freshly painted inte- rior, Family Room w/fireplace off the kitchen. Lower level has room to finish off for a Recreation Room and office. 10 mins to Ft. Belvoir, 15 mins to Old Town Alex., 25 mins to National Airport. For more information: www.RexReiley.com Each Office Independently Owned and Operated www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 ❖ 5 Reader submissions for the Gazette Packet’s Me & My Dad Father’s Day photo gallery.

John Knapp of Alexandria’s Hollin Hall Village and den leader of Den 8, with his two sons, Benjamin, 7 and Anthony is a very busy and active 2-year old who loves to Leon and Natalie Turkevich (and uninvited guest) Tyler, 4 along with their play. Relaxing with Daddy, Peter Armenti, in the backyard Disneyworld 2015. friend and neighbor, hammock is sometimes the only way to get him to settle Elektra, 6. The photo was down. This photo was taken right before the start of his taken in Fall 2014 before second birthday party. He was so excited that it was the Benjamin’s first Tiger Scout only time all day that he sat still. den meeting.

Stephen G. Fill, native of Mount Vernon, graduate of St. Stephen’s High School and the College of William & Mary, with son Stephen Patrick, 8 months old. Cohen, 4 , and his dad, Christian Echeverry at Cohen’s 4th birthday cel- ebration which consisted of backyard BBQ, pool and slip-n-slide.

George Goodno and his daughters, Maeve, 1, Ellie, 7, and Annabelle, 5, are exploring caves at Shenandoah Caverns on June 7.

Kyle Holtzman, surrounded by our chil- dren and his Mom on his recent birthday: from left are Sophia, Jude, Phyllis, Kyle, Kyle Jr. and Lily.

John Versaggi (father), Will (son) age 5 and Reeves (daughter) age 9 last July at their grandparents house at Lake Norman in North Carolina. Elizabeth Rees, Maya (5), Dylan (8), Holden Hoofnagle, Kyle Holtzman with Jude and Kyle Jr. at Sophia (11) (students at Fort Hunt Elementary) at a one of the recent Wizard’s playoff games. Nationals Game in May 2015. 6 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Me & My Dad Private Yacht Charter Alexandria’s Yacht for All Occasions! Corporate Events, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Reunions The Vernons: Scott, father Jerry, Ann, Potomac Belle Emily, Michael and Ideal for up to 35 guests - Docked in Old Town Lauren Warchol, and Hal having too much (703) 868-5566 fun in Costa Rica. www.potomacbelle.com Great to have a dad that takes us places!

For Michael Warchol: Winter, spring, sum- mer or fall, we love playing with you best of all! Love, Will and Katia

John Rives and his daughter Eliza- beth celebrate her Sweet 16th Birth- day at National Harbor on June 6, 2015.

Charlie Zdebski is so proud of his daughter for graduat- ing Penn State. Walter Clarke and daughter, Kameron Clarke (freshman at West Potomac) and Clayton Clarke (6th grader at Fort Hunt Elementary) enjoy one of their favorite pastimes of watching local lacrosse and baseball sporting events. This particular night they are watching our goddaughter’s lacrosse team progress to the regional championship.

Diocese of Arlington United Community Ministries Victim Assistance Coordinators At the Heart of Community For Sexually Abused Minors UCM provides food to more than 100 hungry families every day— 703-841-2530 • 703-841-2537 and we need your help to do it. Our food pantry always needs: • Canned meat and tuna fish • Tomato sauce The Diocese of Arlington provides comprehensive assistance to anyone who as a minor • Canned soups • Cereal was sexually abused by a priest, deacon, teacher, employee or representative of the • Canned fruits • Oatmeal diocese. Parents, guardians, children and survivors of sexual abuse are invited and • Canned vegetables • Macaroni and cheese • Pasta • Peanut butter encouraged to contact the diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinators, experienced social • Rice • Jelly workers, who will provide a confidential consultation. UCM’s Food Pantry is located at 7511 Fordson Road, The Diocese of Arlington is committed to assisting Alexandria, VA, 22306, and accepts food donations Monday victims/survivors throughout the healing process. through Friday, 9 am to 5:30 pm. • www.ucmagency.com UCM is thankful for the generous For further information, see www.arlingtondiocese.org support of the Mount Vernon Gazette. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 ❖ 7 Opinion

www.MountVernonGazette.com Where Is Passing @MtVernonGazette An independent, locally owned weekly newspaper delivered Ray Morrogh? The Baton to homes and businesses. Published by To the Editor: To the Editor: Local Media Connection LLC Natasha McKenna, a 37-year-old Last week, Dan Storck won the African-American mother of a Democratic nomination for Mount 1606 King Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314 young daughter, while a prisoner Vernon District supervisor. Dan has in the Fairfax County jail, was shot been my partner serving Mount Free digital edition delivered to your email box. Go to at least four times with taser stun Vernon residents on the School connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe guns by sheriff’s Board for the last 12 years. He has Letters deputies. She rapidly fought every day over that time to NEWS DEPARTMENT: lost consciousness improve the quality of our schools, [email protected]

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Leading up from Mom and Dad brought some Display Advertising, 703-778-9446 [email protected] way of his Springfield home with way corridor, improved our to the grand opening, we talked friends by, and then finally real his hands held above his head schools, strengthened our public to them about needing a business customers, actual strangers, a Helen Walutes Display Advertising, 703-778-9424 when the police officer without safety organizations, saved Mount plan, how they would have costs couple riding bikes, a woman with [email protected] justification or provocation shot Vernon Hospital, and protected of goods sold which needed to be a 17-year-old daughter who said Andrea Smith Geer resulting in his death. and improved our neighborhoods. recouped, and how they needed a it felt like just yesterday that she Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 Commonwealth’s Attorney Dan Storck is ready to take the marketing plan. was helping her daughter sell lem- [email protected] Morrogh remained silent for 18 baton and keep running at full We explained differentiation onade, an older couple who David Griffin months until a few weeks ago he speed from day one to continue to and the need to set themselves bought four glasses for no appar- Marketing Assistant referred the matter to a grand make our lives better. Dan ran a apart from the rest. They decided ent reason other than to boost the 703-778-9431 [email protected] jury., Many citizens in Fairfax strong, grassroots campaign and real fresh squeezed lemonade sale. County are asking: Why the wait? feels as I do, that citizens deter- would be a great selling feature. A women stopped and told my Publisher Is this dereliction of duty or mal- mine what is best for them and We suggested they dress up and boys that she had seen many lem- Jerry Vernon feasance or prosecutorial miscon- what government should do for wear ties because after all they onade stands but never one run by [email protected] duct? them. were business men and besides better dressed proprietors and that Editor & Publisher As an elected official, the citi- I encourage all Mount Vernon who could resist buying lemonade was her reason to stop, which Mary Kimm zens of Fairfax County must re- residents to rally behind him, sup- [email protected] from boys in ties? made us beam. @MaryKimm member this when Morrogh seeks port his vision for the future of to Apparently a lot of people .... car So here is the opinion part, this re-election as the carry him forward to victory in after car drove by, some slowed to summer none of us has an excuse Editor in Chief Steven Mauren Commonwealth’s Attorney for November. look, others just rolled on by. Our to not stop at a lemonade stand Photography: Fairfax County. In the interest of Dan has my enthusiastic and full hearts began to sink, could it be run by children. It takes under a Deb Cobb, Craig Sterbutzel Art/Design: justice, many feel Morrogh does support to be your next Mount that we are so caught up in the minute, will make their day and it Laurence Foong, John Heinly not deserve to remain in office. Vernon District supervisor. hamster wheel of running errands will restore some faith in mankind Production Manager: Nicholas R. Beltrante and getting groceries we can’t for their parents. Geovani Flores Executive Director Gerry Hyland spare a minute to patronize a lem- CIRCULATION: 703-778-9426 Citizens Coalition for Police Mount Vernon onade stand and make a kids day? Stephen Bearce Circulation Manager: Accountability, Inc. District Supervisor As another car slowed and waved Alexandria Ann Oliver [email protected] Bulletin Board A Connection Newspaper Email announcements to phone number 1-800-200-TAXI 703-324-5406, TTY 711 or visit aging in place in their homes. [email protected]. In- (8294) and be afforded a safe way www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults Volunteers are needed for local clude date, time, location, description and home. Must be 21 or older to call a and click on Volunteer Solutions. transportation to medical and contact for event: phone, email and/or SoberRide. Visit http:// The Hollin Hall Senior Center in personal appointments, errands, and website. Photos and artwork welcome. www.wrap.org/soberride/ for more. Alexandria needs a Ballroom Dance grocery store trips; light handyman Deadline is Thursday at noon, at least two Instructor and an Italian Instructor. chores and home technology to name weeks before event. For these and other volunteer just a few. No minimum number of VOLUNTEERS NEEDED opportunities, call 703-324-5406, volunteer hours are required. Call The Mount Vernon Adult Day TTY 711 or visit Mount Vernon At Home 703-303- SATURDAY/JULY 4 Health Care Center in Alexandria www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults 4060 or e-mail Free Taxi Rides. 10 p.m.-4 a.m. needs a licensed beautician, a social and click on Volunteer Solutions. [email protected] to During this six-hour period, area companion and a Spanish-speaking Mount Vernon At Home is a non- learn more. Visit residents celebrating with alcohol social companion. For these and profit organization that relies on www.mountvernonathome.org for may call the toll-free SoberRide other volunteer opportunities, call volunteer time to assist older adults See Bulletin Board, Page 9 8 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Bulletin Board

From Page 8 the safety of the older adult for a few more. hours each month. Support and For these and other volunteer training are provided. Contact Emmy opportunities, call 703-324-5406, Thompson at 703-324-7404, TTY TTY 711 or visit 711, or www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults [email protected]. and click on Volunteer Solutions: NOVA Long-Term Care ❖ The Kingstowne Center for Ombudsman is in need of Active Adults needs instructors for volunteer advocates for residents of Mosaic Art and Jewelry Making. nursing homes and assisted living ❖ The Mount Vernon Adult Day facilities throughout Northern Health Care Center needs Virginia. Contact volunteer English and Spanish- [email protected] or speaking social companions, a call 703-324-5861 to volunteer or for volunteer pianist,and front desk more information. volunteer. ❖ The Hollin Hall Senior Center ONGOING needs a DJ, a ballroom dance instructor to teach a class on St. James Episcopal Church is Thursday afternoons, and an Italian seeking donations for the Second instructor. Hand Rose Boutique Bake Sale and ❖ The Gum Springs Senior Center Yard Sale. Donate jewelry purses, needs a Spanish teacher. toys, sporting goods, etc. at the Volunteer Advocates for Nursing church’s 5614 Old Mill Road location. Home & Assisted Living Call 703-780-3081 before donation Residents needed throughout drop-off. Northern Virginia. Contact the Telephone Support Group. 7-8 p.m. Northern Virginia Long-Term Care on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. Ombudsman Program at For family caregivers of older adults. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dfs/ Discuss ”The Good, the Bad and the olderadultservices/ltcombudsman/, Ugly-Caregiving with Family and email or email Friends.” Share experiences, gain [email protected] or support and get information without call 703-324-5861, TTY 711. having to travel. Free. Volunteers needed in Fairfax www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dfs/ County to drive older adults to olderadultservices/ medical appointments and wellness Band musicians are invited to join the programs. For these and other Mount Vernon Community volunteer opportunities, call 703- Band. Rehearsals are Tuesday 7:30- 324-5406, TTY 711 or visit 9:30 p.m. in the Mount Vernon High www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults School band room, 8515 Old Mount and click on Volunteer Solutions. Vernon Road. There are no auditions. Respite Care volunteers give family The Mount Vernon Community Band caregivers of a frail older adult a is a nonprofit community service well-deserved break so they can go organization that has performed in shopping, attend a doctor’s the Mount Vernon area since 1978. appointment or just have coffee with 703-768-4172 or a friend. Volunteers visit and oversee www.mvbands.com.

www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 ❖ 9 Community ‘Not Too Far From Here’ Fund Aids Local People in Need Aldersgate United Methodist Church helps Church, Rising Hope Mission Church, and Wesley United individuals and Methodist Church, as well as some referred by other chari- families with table organizations including New Hope Housing and unexpected United Community Minis- tries. Religious affilation is not medical and a criteria. Of the $92,000 spent in housing costs. 2014, housing and medical “Somebody’s down to their last dime expenses were most the press- Somebody’s running out of time ing need. Nearly 50 percent Not too far from here of NTFFH funds were spent Somebody’s got nowhere else to go on rent, security deposits, and Somebody needs a little hope Not too far from here” other housing-related costs. Medical and dental ex- By Mary Paden penses, prescriptions and other health needs, accounted he song “Not too Far for the next largest category, from Here” by Steven 34 percent. The fund has also paid for transportation-re- Siler and Ty Lacy goes Photo Contributed T lated expenses, including ve- on to say “Help me Lord not to turn away from pain. hicle repairs, car insurance, Help me not to rest while those and driver’s license fees (4 around me weep.” percent) and for emergency This song inspired a member of debt assistance (5 percent). Aldersgate Methodist Church in Recipients remain anony- late 2009 to make an anonymous mous, but a few stories of donation of $250,000 to establish Aldersgate United Methodist Church Endowment Committee, seated around table from people helped, provided by an endowment fund to help those left: Suzanne Dalch, Joe Tompkins, John Martin, Gary Bradshaw, Win Lindley, Mary Ann the endowment committee. in need within 25 miles of the Robertson, Lew Ashley, and Roger Amole, chair. The committee provided church located at Fort Hunt Road and one of the many notes of Collingwood Road. meets regularly to consider referrals and such as medical care, housing, food, and thanks: “(We) are so very grateful to the Over the past five years, interest from the requests from congregation members and clothing, as well as mental health care, and church for the help it has provided. No ques- fund and subsequent donations has made local nonprofit charities; it says it can re- that they help people and groups who have tion you have helped us stay in our home a difference in the lives of more than 300 spond in a couple days to an urgent need. been overlooked, like the forgotten people while I mend. In the future if there is any- of Aldersgate’s neighbors in need through This fund is unique in many ways. It is identified in the song. thing we can do please just ask. In (all my) the distribution of over $190,000. In 2014, substantial and thus able to actually help a Although many private and government years I’ve come to know that words of com- the Not Too Far From Here (NTFFH) Fund number of people; it is governed by a single- programs help individuals who have fallen passion are healing, but actions and meet- provided about $92,000 to help 135 local page document; it covers gaps left by state on hard times, they don’t have the resources ing needs are the foundation of a Godly life. people with emergencies or issues that fall and county human services agencies; and or flexibility to help in every situation. This Again our many thanks.“ between the cracks of larger agencies. it is highly flexible, unbound by a myriad gap is where the NTFFH Fund steps in. The Endowment committee members urge The donor remains anonymous with only of qualification rules that can so frustrate Aldersgate Endowment Committee seeks others to help neighbors in need. If funds the chair of the Aldersgate Endowment clients of state and county agencies. out hard cases where someone has “fallen are needed, contact the church office at 703- Committee, Roger Amole, knowing his iden- The one-page of directions bestowed by through the cracks” and has nowhere else 765-6555 for consideration. Requests sub- tity. the donor stipulates that the funds be spent to turn. mitted are followed-up confidentially by a The Aldersgate Endowment Committee locally, that they assist with essential needs Those helped have been members of member of the committee. Keeping People in Their Homes Helping with Medical Costs The Aldersgate Methodist Church Not Too Far From Here (NTFFH) Fund has helped a number of people and The Aldersgate Methodist Church NTFFH fund has provided assistance to defray families stay in their homes during difficult times. Here are some of their stories from the Aldersgate Endow- medical expenses other costs related to illness that can overwhelm a low-income ment Committee. family. ❖ A single mom and her son had been living in a shelter. The mom’s pay, along with government assistance, ❖ A local family was in serious need of help to deal with expenses when told their enabled her to meet expenses in temporary housing pending assignment to permanent housing. However, she daughter required an organ transplant. The daughter’s condition fluctuates as she became sick and missed several days’ work that resulted in getting behind in her rent. The NTFFH fund was becomes strong enough to be placed on the active list to receive a transplant. The able to pay her rent. This assistance prevented the mother and her son from being evicted and having to return NTFFH fund helps the family while the daughter undergoes extensive medical care to the homeless shelter. in preparation for a lifesaving transplant operation. ❖ A young mother and her children were living with her grandmother but had to move out after the grand- ❖ A family took into their care a girl who had been living with her mother and mother died. They hoped to find affordable housing. When this young woman came to us she was on the verge stepfather because the mother suffered from drug addiction and the stepdad from of giving up her struggle to make ends meet. The funds provided by NTFFH allowed her to buy essential items post-traumatic stress disorder. The girl had serious medical conditions and was with- for her family and cover incidental costs needed to find a new job. out health insurance. With the help of this family she was able to get coverage through ❖ On a Friday, a panicked young woman called the church because she was days away from being evicted the Affordable Health Care Program. However, before her policy became effective, from her apartment. This young woman had custody of her little sister because her mother died during the sister’s she required hospitalization. The amount due was well beyond the means of the fam- birth. The young woman had just started a new job but hadn’t been paid yet and needed help to “get over the ily. The NTFFH fund assisted this family in paying the medical bill. hump.” The NTFFH Fund was able to fund part of her rent, which prevented them from being evicted the fol- ❖ A woman in a local assisted living facility recently needed help. She lives fru- lowing Monday. gally on her Social Security income, but has serious, multiple health issues. When ❖ A local man, after serving a long prison term, was living in the Kennedy Shelter on Route 1. He received she became unable to walk without assistance, she was required to move into another rental assistance from Opportunities, Alternatives, & Resources (OAR), a local program that helps former in- unit at her facility. Her rent was increased and she required frequent assistance that mates. However, he lost his job and needed assistance with his portion of the subsidized rent. After coordinating resulted in extra fees. The NTFFH Fund was able to pay the bill she owed to help her with his case manager, the NTFFH Fund paid the rent required to allow him to remain self-sufficient. through the transition while she arranged to cover her increased rent. ❖ A grandmother and granddaughter were in desperate need of funds to prevent them from being evicted. ❖ A mother who had cancer surgery, was unable to work for several months while The grandmother had cancer but still tried to work and her granddaughter also works when she is not in undergoing treatment. Because she was out of work for nearly six months and rely- school. However, because the grandmother was unable to work during her cancer treatment, they fell behind ing solely on her husband’s income, their bills piled up. They pursued other avenues on the rent. The NTFFH assistance paid the rent, allowing the granddaughter to stay in school and graduate. for assistance but were denied. The NTFFH fund was able to help this family meet Now, she will be able to better support herself and her grandmother. its essential needs during this period of crisis.

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www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 ❖ 11 12 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 ❖ 13 Experts say 3D printing can open a world YouthQuest Runs ThinkLink of imagination and critical thinking.

By Marilyn Campbell The Gazette Details A variety of summer The group hopes to raise $8,000 to publish an camp activities are introductory 3D design and printing curriculum for donis Gonzales had always offered at the Boys students of all ages. The campaign will end July 1 wanted to become a master and Girls Clubs of at noon. Visit www.youthquestfoundation.org. electrician, but when he was To learn about the Culmore Boys & Girls Club A Greater Washington, summer camps, visit www.bgcgw.org/culmore. asked to leave high school at 16 Culmore Character because of a poor attendance record, his Club in Fairfax can imagine something and then see their prospects looked bleak. He enrolled in County. 3D printing idea turn into reality. That will really give Freestate ChallNGe Academy, a tuition-free will be a new activity their self-confidence a boost.” program that offers 16- to 18-year-old high this summer. Gonzales said troubleshooting was an un- school dropouts an opportunity to earn a expected skill he acquired during the class. GED and learn a trade. A 3D printing tech- by Chris Roberts Photo “They showed us that you can create any- nology class that Gonzales took through the organization’s founders, believes young saying ThinkLink will inspire students. thing that comes to your mind,” he said. “If program proved to be eye-opening. children can benefit from ThinkLink be- “It will be an excellent opportunity for the one of us had a problem, then we “When I first went into the class, I saw cause the lessons and life skills learned ex- youth here, who sometimes are in difficult brainstormed as a group on how to do it the computers and printer and thought that tend beyond technology. The class will be living situations, to see that if they work differently.” it was going to be too hard,” said Gonzales. offered as part of a camp this summer at hard and put in effort, they can have a Learning to solve problems like that, work “But then the instructor said that if we could the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Wash- bright future,” said Chris Roberts, science, through difficulties and simply dream, are imagine something, then we can could cre- ington, Culmore Character Club in Fairfax technology, education and math (STEM) re- basic but foreign concepts to many disad- ate it. The first thing I made was a heart County. gional director of the Boys and Girls Clubs vantaged children. Mann hopes that with my daughter’s name on it.” “I discovered that we could use 3D print- of Greater Washington. “I think the students changes this summer. The class was part of an initiative called 3D ing to teach critical thinking and problem will be excited. It will be inspirational and “It is important for them to see that they ThinkLink, a program designed to teach solving to the kids we served,” said Mann. have activities that will lead them to think can make a difference in the real world,” critical thinking and problem solving skills “Many of the kids hadn’t learned to think more about what they can do in their fu- said Mann. “They could be brilliant scien- through 3D design and printing. The class critically or to problem solve. They’d ture and what the future will bring.” tists or teachers or whatever they want to was run by YouthQuest, a Chantilly-based learned that failure was a way of life, but “It will reinforce their existing STEM skills, be,” she said. “For people who have suc- nonprofit that provides at-risk youth with with 3D printing, they learn that failure isn’t but we hope it will boost their self-confi- ceeded, it’s important to give back. That’s educational scholarships to pursue their the end, it’s the beginning.” dence,” said Wonhee Kang, D.Min., senior what keeps our community. It’s important college or vocational aspirations. director, Fairfax County Region, Boys and to make a difference with the skills and tal- Linda Mann, Ph.D., one of the BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB staffers agree, Girls Clubs of Greater Washington. “They ents that we have.” Congratulations! Nysmith Students and Teachers For Being Named One Of The

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14 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Entertainment Good Restaurants Make Good Neighbors Once bereft of eateries, Carlyle community now boasts embarrassment of riches. By Hope Nelson her passion with other people,” said her on the hotter The Gazette daughter, co-owner Tulip Kongubol. Now side, whereas Pasara Kongubol spends her days as the even a decade or years, the Carlyle community “quality control” agent for the restaurant, ago the orders Fhas been more than a 9-to-5 ensuring each dish emerges from the came into the business district. While condos kitchen at a high caliber. kitchen much and apartments have been full for more Visit the restaurant on nearly any week- milder. Further, than half a decade, the restaurant popula- day and you’ll find a packed house bustling more customers tion has been slow to catch up. In a neigh- with activity; while the evenings are qui- are requesting Pasara’s rama jae has a deep, rich flavor from its peanut borhood that was once dominated prima- eter, you and your dining companions will one of the curry sauce. rily by sandwich shops and other lunchtime certainly not be alone in the building. And restaurant’s tra- eateries, some more substantial dining at both lunch and dinner, you’ll find a steady ditional spice spots have emerged, and stream of diners trays to accompany their meals — whereas time and hard-earned dollars include: Appetite they’re certainly worth a visit. coming and going several years from the bar area ago the restau- ❖ Pho 33, 540 John Carlyle St. De- Pasara Thai, 2051 Jamieson Ave., — not just to or- rant, made do spite its name, this Vietnamese restaurant Alexandria der drinks, but to Details with five such offers much more than pho. From Tucked away off the main artery of pick up their call- Pasara Thai trays, now it vermicelli-noodle and rice dishes to banh Address: 2051 Jamieson Ave., Alexandria Dulany Street, situated on the corner of in orders as well. Hours: 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; keeps 15 on mi sandwiches, Pho 33 has quickly become Englehardt Lane, Pasara has been in the Pasara excels in 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday; 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Sat- hand for cus- a mainstay for both the lunchtime rush and neighborhood for nearly a decade. The res- bringing Thai urday. tomer orders. dinnertime diners. And though its menu is taurant, which now sports four locations, cuisine’s complex Top seller: Pad Thai. Of course, much broader than simply pho, Pho 33 cer- Staff pick: The wild pork. “I think the name was launched 15 years ago in Kingstowne flavors to your might scare people,” co-owner Tulip Kongubol any Thai res- tainly offers a wide array of brothy good- (where the original location still operates) table. Whereas laughs. taurant worth ness, from chicken pho to the more exotic by Pasara Kongubol, who continues to be a some Thai restau- its curry has to selections of pork ears and beef tongue to a major player in the restaurant. rants’ offerings bring a decent vegetarian pho option as well. She loves to cook and wanted to share can be rather one-note, the flavors coming pad Thai to the ❖ Sweet Fire Donna’s, 510 John out of Pasara’s table, and Pasara sails over this benchmark Carlyle St. Barbecue has made its way to kitchen are rich as well. The noodles are smooth, the sauce Carlyle, and the neighbors have responded. and complex. Take is silky, and the vegetables and proteins are Pulled-pork sandwiches, platters teeming their rama chicken abundant throughout the dish. The result with meat and cornbread, and even some and rama jae (tofu) is a customer favorite, Tulip Kongubol says. salads for lighter fare – this eatery has Caro- entrées, for in- “We use fresh tamarind sauce,” which puts lina barbecue covered. Pop in at lunchtime stance. The deep, the dish over the top, she added. or after work – they’re open till well after rich flavor of the Given its location on the first floor of an dinnertime every night of the week. peanut curry sauce office building, it would be easy to write off ❖ The Trademark, 2080 Jamieson brings forth a nutty Pasara as a workday quick-lunch spot and Ave. OK, OK – it’s easy to dismiss a hotel note, certainly, but not much else. But to do so would be an restaurant. But since the Trademark’s grand also a spicy under- error; no matter the time nor the day, Pasara reopening a couple of years ago, it has un- tone that adds just has grown into a Carlyle mainstay, and for dergone a resurgence of sorts, emerging a hint of kick to the good reason. And Tulip Kongubol says she’s from its dormancy with a renewed menu dish. happy that Pasara has grown up with the and vigor. Enjoy a flight of beer or a spe- “Nowadays, community. cialty cocktail to pair with your bacon candy people love spicy “Come by to try our authentic Thai food,” or burger, or try a homemade “smoothie in- food,” she said, she says. vention” to accompany your omelet or noting that the shrimp and grits for brunch. majority of her Noteworthy Pasara’s pad Thai is one of the restaurant’s top sell- Hope Nelson also writes for and operates The customers now re- Pasara certainly isn’t the only game in ers, co-owner Tulip Kongubol says. Kitchen Recessionista blog, which can be found at quest their meals town. Other notable eateries worth your www.kitchenrecessionista.com. Calendar Email announcements to gazette@ Spring Road. Find watermedia floral holding a “Class of 2015” Cat disabilities. Admission is free. Visit daily at The Potomac Fiber Arts connectionnewspapers.com. Include date, and landscape paintings. Free to visit Adoption promotion. Select cats www.alexandriava.gov. Gallery at the Torpedo Factory, 105 time, location, description and contact for gallery. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ (typically, cats who have been at the “Saturate.” Through July 19 during N. Union St. Studio 18. Artists will event: phone, email and/or website. Pho- parks/greenspring. shelter longer than four months, gallery hours at the Athenaeum, 201 display art inspired by childhood tos and artwork welcome. Deadline is “Building Bridges.” Through June 28 senior cats, etc.), will have fees Prince St. Six artists use different stories and mythical creatures. Thursday at noon, at least two weeks be- during gallery hours at Del Ray waived for the month of June. Email mediums to convey moisture. Free. Admission is free. Visit fore event. Artisans Gallery, 2701 Mount Vernon [email protected] or Visit www.nvfaa.org. www.potomacfiberartsgallery.com. Ave. The gallery will unveil an call 703-746-4774. “Boundaries & Borders.” During Mt. Vernon Recreation Center Art exhibit that is the result of a “Art Uniting People” Exhibit. gallery hours through July at the Class Exhibit. Through July 28, ONGOING partnership with Six Degrees Through July 9, Monday-Friday, 9 Target Gallery at the Torpedo Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-10 p.m.; nd “Paintings of the Potomac Valley Consortium. Free to attend. Visit a.m.-5 p.m. on the 2 floor hallway Factory, 105 N. Union St. Artists Saturday 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 7 were inspired the “outsider’s a.m.-6 p.m. at Saint Elmo’s Coffee Watercolorists.” Through June www.thedelrayartisans.org. at Alexandria City Hall, 301 King St. Cat Adoption Promotion. perspective” for this exhibit. Free. Pub, 2300 Mt. Vernon Ave. View 28, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday- The The exhibit is designed to raise Visit www.torpedofactory.org. drawings and paintings done by the Saturday, 12-4:30 p.m. on Sunday at Animal Welfare League of awareness about the stigma faced by “Magical, Mystical Animals.” senior art class. Free. Visit http:// Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Alexandria, 4101 Eisenhower Ave. those with mental illness, substance The Animal Welfare League will be use disorders, and intellectual Through July 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. stelmoscoffeepub.com. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 ❖ 15 Entertainment

Cool Yoga. Wednesdays through Sept. out how food 4, 6:30–7:30 p.m. at 1900 Mt. was prepared Vernon Ave. Participate in group and served yoga sessions taught by Prasada before the era Yoga’s Maureen Clyne and enjoy of microwaves refreshments provided by St. Elmo’s and TV Coffee Pub and other local eateries. dinners. $5 in Suitable for all levels. Bring mat, addition to towel and water. Free. Call 703-671- estate 2000. admission. Baseball Boat to Nationals Park. Visit Through Sept. 26 at various time. www.mount Leaves from the Alexandria Marina, 1 vernon.org. Cameron St. Baseball fans can avoid Second heavy traffic and cruise along the Thursday Potomac to Nationals Park. Tickets Music. are $20 one-way and $25 round-trip. Athenaeum, Visit www.potomacriverboatco.com/ 201 Prince St. baseball-boat.php. 7 pm. Second Doggy Happy Hour. Tuesdays Thursday of through Oct. at 5-8 p.m. at Jackson every month. 20, 480 King St. Enjoy discounted Visit nvfaa.org drinks and treats with one’s dog. to view Free. Visit www.jackson20.com/ concert buzzevents_events.php. calendar and Water Taxi to the National Mall. listen to Through Nov. 1, at various times at upcoming Alexandria Marina, 1 Cameron St. Second Cruise from Old Town to D.C. on the Thursday Miss Sophia, while stopping view Music artists. some of the area’s most popular The Monday attractions. Tickets are $28 roundtrip Morning and $14 one-way for adults. For Birdwalk children under 12, tickets are $16 takes place roundtrip and $8 one-way. Visit weekly, rain or www.potomacriverboatco.com/. shine (except Alexandria Cars & Coffee invites car during enthusiasts to meet for coffee at electrical ‘Cool Yoga’ Returns to Del Ray Hollin Hall Shopping Center in front storms, strong Free outdoor yoga has returned to Del Ray for a third of Roseina’s, 1307 Shenandoah Road. winds, or icy year. Maureen Clyne of Prasada Yoga will be teaching Owners of classic cars, hot rods, trails), at 7 all-levels Vinyasa-style yoga at 1900 Mt. Vernon Ave., exotic cars, motorcycles and more a.m. (8 a.m. meet to share car stories and drink November Alexandria every Wednesday 6:30-7:30 p.m. through coffee. Group meets the first Sunday through Sept. 2. After class, refreshments will be available. Visit of every month. 8:30-11 a.m. March), is www.prasadyoga.com. George Washington’s Mount free, requires Vernon has joined Thomas no reservation Jefferson’s Monticello and James and is open to Madison’s Montpelier to expand the all. Birders meet in the parking lot at up dance interpretation. The session “Presidents Passport,” Virginia’s the park’s entrance at 3701 Lockheed culminates with a recital and premier presidential trail. As an Blvd. Direct questions to Park staff reception. Tiny Dancers is designed added bonus to this year’s program, during normal business hours at 703- for ages 2-12, featuring a visitors to the Alexandria Visitors 768-2525. performance based ballet, tap, jazz Center at 221 King St. showing or Art for Life. Third Thursday of every and musical theater curriculum. The purchasing a ticket to any of the month. 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Torpedo studio is located at 621 S. three presidential estates will, upon Factory, 105 N. Union St. Hyatt Washington St., Alexandria. Call 703- request, receive for free Alexandria’s Regency Crystal City has partnered 739-0900 or visit “Key to the City” pass, which grants will the National Kidney Foundation www.tinydancers.com for more. access into nine historic sites and for a program highlighting a different Art League Summer Camps. museums in Alexandria-a $26 added artist each month for a year. Registration for Summer Art Camp value. Visit Civil War Sundays. 1-5 p.m. at 2015 is now open. Art Camps run www.PresPassport.Monticello.org for Alexandria Archaeology Museum, Monday to Friday, June 22-Aug. 21. more. 105 North Union St., #327. Learn Camps are available for ages 5 and Fifty Years of Collecting. Tuesday- more about the Civil War as it older, with morning, afternoon, or all Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays occurred in Alexandria. Find day options. Subjects include: noon-5 p.m. Fort Ward Museum dioramas, newspaper articles and drawing, cartooning, painting, 4301 West Braddock Road. An more. Free. Visit photography, ceramics, sculpture, anniversary exhibit of objects from www.alexandriaarchaeology.org. jewelry, fiber arts, clay animation, the Fort Ward collection. Free. Visit and Basic Art Camp (a new medium www.fortward.org or call 703-746- each day). $155-$345. Visit 4848. CAMPS, CLASSES & WORKSHOPS www.theartleague.org. Dinner for the Washingtons. Noon Tiny Dancers 2015 Summer 2015 Youth Summer Art Camp. at George Washington’s Mount Camps. Each session includes daily July 20-25 or July 27-31 at Del Ray Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon instruction in ballet, a snack, fine Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway. A walking tour motor exercise through a theme- Ave. Youth ages 8-14 spend one that goes behind the scenes to find related craft and a story with dress- week creating art and learning

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16 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Entertainment Good Shepherd creative techniques, followed by a one- 12 p.m. at Multiple Exposures Gallery hour lessons. Visit day gallery show. All art supplies, on 105 N. Union St. Photographers www.fairfaxcounty.gov. Catholic Church lunch, and snacks are provided. $300 and enthusiasts of all skill levels are Mass Schedule per child. Scholarships are available. invited to share work, ideas, and Monday (en Español); 6:30 pm See www.TheDelRayArtisans.org/ questions at this free workshop held THURSDAY/JUNE 18 6:30 pm Mass (Español) Weekday & Saturday Saturday Evening Mornings: 9:00 am Mass, ArtCamp. on the last Sunday of each month, Heels & Wheels. 5-7 p.m. at Land 5:00 pm Vigil Mass preceded by Rosary (on First Grown-Ups Art Camp. June 29-July except December. No reservations. Rover Alexandria, 2712 Duke St. 6:30 pm Vigil Mass (en Español) Friday, Mass followed by 17 at Del Ray Artisans, 2704 Mount Call 703-683-2205. Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Sunday Eucharistic Adoration) Vernon Ave. Adult art instruction Community Dance. 7:30-9:30 p.m. hosts an educational event with 7:30 am; 9:00 am (with Sign Thursday & First Language Interpreter & Friday of the Month: including 37 workshops and events. every third Friday at Hollin Hall games, music and more. Tickets are Children’s Liturgy of the Word); 7:30 pm Mass (Español) Classes range from working with Senior Center, 1500 Shenandoah $20 for member, $35 for 10:30 am; 12:00 Noon; 2:00 pm preceded by 7:00 pm resin to polymer clay; from creating a Road. Live music. Tickets are $4. Call nonmembers. Visit Eucharistic Adoration monotype or paper masterpiece to 703-765-4573. www.alexchamber.com. 8710 Mount Vernon Highway, Alexandria VA, 22309 learning how to tango. Visit Life Drawing. Del Ray Artisans offers a Summer Concert. 6-8 p.m. at Carlyle Tel: 703-780-4055 Fax: 703-360-5385 www.gs-cc.org www.thedelrayartisans.org. range of open life drawing sessions House, 121 N Fairfax St. Relax in Loving as Christ loves, serving as Christ serves Summer of Smiles. The Recreation, for anyone to develop life-drawing Carlyle’s gardens and listen to jazz Parks and Cultural Activities’ skills further. Drop-in for the session ensembles and performances to Summer Fun Guide, is now available. and bring supplies to draw or paint celebrate African American Music To Advertise Your Faith Community, call Karen at 703-917-6468 Summer camps and activities are our live models. Fee ranges from $8- Appreciation Month. Free. Visit available for youth ages 2-17 and $12. All skill levels are welcome. Del www.carlylehouse.org. include sports, dance, creative arts, Ray Artisans is located at 2704 computer, chess, enrichment, nature, Mount Vernon Ave. Visit adventure, Out of School Time www.TheDelRayArtisans.org for a FRIDAY/JUNE 19 (residents only) and classic camps. schedule. Annual Golf Classic. 7 a.m. and tee- The guide has an index listing camps Community Yoga. Wednesdays 9:30- times beginning at 9 a.m. at the Fort Fairfax County Tax Delinquent Real Estate… by week offered and age group. 10:30 a.m. and Sundays 7:30-8:45 Belvoir Golf Course, 8450 Beulah St. Register online or in-person at the p.m. at 532YOGA, 532 N. #2920, Fort Belvoir. All proceeds go Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St. The Washington St. Suite 100. No to the Military Order of the Purple Summer Fun Guide is available for experience required to participate in Heart as we support our fellow AT AUCTION! download at www.alexandriava.gov/ weekly community class. Suggested wounded veterans and their families. Recreation. Free printed brochures $10 donation. Visit Open to all. Contact 703-283-9698 or Monday, June 22, 2015 @ 10 A.M. will be available at City Hall, www.532yoga.com. [email protected]. recreation centers, and public Tween Yoga. Thursdays, May 28-July “Under a Summer Sun” Art libraries. Call the Registration and 16. 4-5 p.m. at at 532YOGA, 532 N. Exhibit Reception and Artist Special Commissioner’s Public Sale of Real Estate! Reservation Office at 703-746-5414. Washington St. Suite 100. 532Yoga Talk. 12-7 p.m. at the Vola Lawson at the Fairfax County Circuit Courthouse Entrance Tavern Toddlers. Every Monday uses yoga to help tweens develop Animal Shelter, 4101 Eisenhower 4110 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax VA 22030 (except Federal Holidays) 10:30- greater self-confidence. The Ave. Enjoy a reception and “Three 11:30 a.m. Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, workshop fee is $125 or $20 for Minutes with Three Artists” with the At the request of the Special Commissioner, & by Order of The Circuit 134 North Royal Street, Alexandria. drop-in classes. Visit artists of the “Under a Summer Sun” Court of Fairfax County, Virginia, the following described real estate Join other families with toddlers www.532Yoga.com. exhibit. Also visit the animals at the will be offered to the highest bidder at PUBLIC AUCTION... (walkers through 36 months) to have Drawing and Painting Lab for Animal Welfare League of Parcel 1 (Benten Investors, LLC): Mt. Vernon District; Engleside; fun in Gadsby’s historic ballroom. Teens. Wednesdays, June 24-July Alexandria. Visit www.TheDelRay Lots 4 and 5; 11,200 +/- sq. ft.; Tax Map No. 1013-07-0004 Playtime features a craft table, book 15, 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Green Spring Artisans.org/GWW for more. corner, toys and group dancing. $7 Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road. Third Friday Community Dance. for a group of three. Visit Teens ages 13-17 may explore 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Hollin Hall Senior www.alexandria.gov/gadsbystavern techniques including concepts of Center, 1500 Shenandoah Road. This or call 703-746-4242. shape, line, texture and color community dance will feature the Photography Workshop. 10:30 a.m.- blending. The fee is $77 for four 2- Mount Vernon Swing Band Live, conducted by Owen Hammett. $4 at the door. Open to the ParcelParcel 11 public. Call 703- 765-4573 for Parcel 2 (Richard D. Botts, et al.): Springfield District; Part Hope Park; Near more. Walcott Avenue & Easter Lame; 2.5 +/- acres; Tax Map No. 0673-01-0005 Parcel 3 (I. Brill, et al.): Mt. Vernon District; Gunston Manor; 10 Lots in ‘Tabletop’ SATURDAY/ Block 56, Section B; 20,000 +/- sq. ft.;Tax Map No. 1193-02560051 Parcel 4 (I. Brill, et al.): Mt. Vernon District; Gunston Manor; 10 Lots in JUNE 20 Block 56, Section B; 20,000 +/- sq. ft.; Tax Map No. 1194-02560031 Parcel 5 (John Samuel Jackson, et al.): Dranesville District; 6313 Old The “Tabletop” exhibit Container Gardening Dominion Drive, McLean; 0.438 +/- acres; Tax Map No. 0313-01-0070 at The Art League features Parcel 6 (Albert E. Mays, et al.): Mt. Vernon District; 8529 Woodlawn ceramic artists from all and Court, Alexandria; 0.5 +/- acres, Improved; Tax Map No. 1013-01-0085 over North America. Composting Guests will find functional in Small art objects including Spaces Program. plates, bowls, and more, 10:30 a.m.-12 through July 6. Admission p.m. at Barrett to the gallery is free. Visit Branch Library, www.theartleague.org. 717 Queen St. Master Soda-fired oil and vinegar cruets by Carolanne Gardeners of Northern ParcelParcel 66 Currier from Huntingdon, Pa. Parcel 7 (Ox Group, LLC, et al.): Providence District; 9333 Lee Highway, Fairfax; 17,906 +/- sq. ft.; Tax Map No. 0484-01-0002 Parcel 8 (Noel V. Poynter, Trustee, et al.): Mt. Vernon District; Sherwood Hall; Off Midday Lane, Alexandria; 10.15 +/- acres; Tax Map No. 1021-01-0012A Parcel 9 (Flordeliza Ruzic, et al.): Mason District; 3801 Hillcrest Lane, Annandale; 0.8678 +/- acres; Tax Map No. 0594-01-0003

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Virginia (Arlington/Alexandria) will at Nicholas A. Colasanto Center, Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road. Downton Abbey Tea Program. 1-3 present a program on container SUNDAY/JUNE 21 2704 Mount Vernon Ave., Children may decorate a red, white p.m. at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 gardening and composting in small Father’s Day Museum Tours. 1-5 Alexandria. Create altars from small and blue container garden in time for Green Spring Road. Discover whether spaces. The segment on container p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, tins and recycled items. Instructor: the Fourth of July. The program cost Downton Abbey’s depiction of life in gardening will focus on how to select 134 N Royal St. Fathers gain free Lori K. Gordon. $80 for members and is $12. Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ the 18th century provides true the right pots and plants, prepare for access to some of Alexandria’s most $95 for non-members not including a parks/greenspring. historical insight or historical fiction. planting, and keep plants healthy and prominent museums. Free for fathers $20 supply fee. See Entrepreneur Fellowship for The program will be followed by a happy. The program is free and open only. Visit www.TheDelRayArtisans.org/Altars. Women Graduation. 2-4 p.m. at traditional English afternoon tea. to the public. Sign up online at www.visitalexandriava.com/things- Food & Wine Festival. 12-6 p.m. at the Silver Spring Civic Center, 1 Admission is $32. Visit mgnv.org. to-do/summer-in-alexandria/. Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison St. Veterans Pl, Silver Spring. Celebrate www.fairfaxcounty.gov. Soroptimist Event. 11:30 a.m. at Taste food from local restaurants and the accomplishments of this year’s Grand Re-Opening Celebration. 2- Waterford at Springfield, 6715 sample Virginia wines while listening graduates of the Entrepreneur 4 p.m. at Old Town Ace Hardware, Commerce St., Springfield. TUESDAY/JUNE 23 to live music. Free admission. Visit Fellowship for Women program with 809 S. Washington St. Reception Soroptimist International of Disability Awareness Awards. 5:30 www.alexandriafoodandwine.com. Alexandria-based Empowered with snacks and sweet treats, Alexandria is hosting a lunch, tea, p.m. at Vola Lawson Lobby City Hall, Women International. Take part by demonstrations and a meet and greet and fashion show event. Art by 301 King St. The Alexandria listening to women’s stories and with the new store owners, Suhail Mir will also be on sale. Chambers of Commerce honors THURSDAY-MONDAY/JUNE 25-29, learning about their businesses and managers, and staff at Old Town Ace. Proceeds will benefit the leaders working to improve the lives Choral Festival International projects. Also help welcome Florence The first 100 guests at the reception organization’s scholarship funds. of people with disabilities. Contact Summer Celebration. Various Navarro, EPI’s new Executive will receive a free gift. Free. RSVP to Tickets are $36. Contact Norma [email protected] or times and dates at 319 Cameron St. Director and Chief Empowerment Courtney Belew at Gyovai at [email protected]. 703-746-3148. This event features professional and Officer. Free. Visit http:// [email protected] or 703- Sherry Tasting Party. 4-6 p.m. at community choirs. See myemail.constantcontact.com/You- 566-7040. Visit Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green www.classicalmovements.com. re-Invited-to-EWI-s-Entrepreneur- www.acehardwaredc.com for more. Spring Road. The Spanish wines will WEDNESDAY/JUNE 24 Fellowship-for-Women-Graduation- Jazz at Meade. 4-6 p.m. at Meade be paired with cold tapas dishes. Cooking Class with Mamma. 4-6 .html?soid=1101407869059&aid=tDP5KG3SVb4 Memorial Episcopal Church, 322 N Admission is $44 per person. Visit p.m. at EVOO at Mamma’s Market, SATURDAY/JUNE 27 for information and to register. Alfred St. Listen to jazz singer Anita www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ 7609 Fordson Road. Learn to make Ikebana Flower Design Workshop. King and her quartet. Entry with a greenspring. meals on the Mamma’s Kitchen menu 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Green Spring $15 donation. Visit Wine on the Water. 6 p.m. in front of including spinach salad, greek potato Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road. SUNDAY/JUNE 28 www.meadechurch.org or call 703- the seaport center, Thompson’s Alley. salad, grilled watermelon and more. Learn the fundamentals of the Cook For Your Pet. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 549-1334 or email Join the Alexandria Seaport $55 per person. Call 703-660-6300 to Japanese art of flower arrangement. at Pet Sage, 2391 S. Dove St. and [email protected] for Foundation for its annual wine reserve and purchase class. The workshop is $35 plus a $25 Southern Kitchens, 2350 Duke St. more. tasting event. Held on the Old Town supply fee. Visit Take a three-part course on cooking Brandy Clark Performance. 7:30 waterfront, this event is a casual, but www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ for your cat or dog. Each session is p.m. at The Birchmere, 3701 Mount lively event, featuring steel drums, a SATURDAY/JUNE 27 greenspring. $25, or $60 for all three. Visit Vernon Ave. Tickets are $29.50. silent auction and wine and food. Civil War Kids Drill Day. 9 a.m.-12 Program on Water Wise www.petsage.com. Visitwww.birchmere.com/events/ The event will be held in front of the p.m. at Fort Ward, 4301 West Gardening. 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Sarong Brunch. 11 a.m. at Ten brandy-clark/ for tickets. floating Seaport Center, between the Braddock Road. Children ages 9-12 Fairlington Community Center, 3308 Thousand Villages, 915 King St. Chart House and Founders Park. can learn more about the daily life of S. Stafford St., Arlington 22206. Learn different ways to “rock” a Tour the Seaport Center and see the Civil War soldier. The cost per Master Gardeners of Northern sarong and partake in a light brunch TUESDAY/JUNE 30 where the apprentices work to child is $25, which includes a Civil Virginia (Arlington/Alexandria) will and mimosas. Tickets are $24 and Concert in the Garden. 7-8 p.m. at change their lives through the War kepi hat and snack. Registration present a program on water wise include a rayon sarong from Bali. Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Alexandria Seaport Foundation’s is suggested, space is limited. Call gardening.The program is free and Customers can also upgrade to a Spring Road. “Banjo Man” Frank programs. Tickets are $55 before Fort Ward Museum to register at open to the public, but advance sarong from Bangladesh or Ghana. Cassel will perform bluegrass and June 15 and $65 after that. See 703-746-4848. The program will be registration is requested at mgnv.org. Visit www.rock-your-sarong- folk music. Free. Visit www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/ cancelled if it rains. Call 703-228-6414. brunch.simpletix.com/ Event/23185/ www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ 1664140. “Building Altars” Workshop. 9:30 Family Fun: Make a Patriot Rock-Your-Sarong-Brunch to buy greenspring. a.m.-5 p.m. Del Ray Artisans gallery Garden. 1-2 p.m. at Green Spring tickets.

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18 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Protecting Emergency Roadside Vehicles and Drivers From Page 1 tion of the Move Over law. Virginia State Police handed out 160 sum- ing and early afternoon. monses: 69 for the Move Over law, six for

While one officer was stopped with an- reckless driving and 27 for speeding. Photo by other vehicle (pulled over for speeding, Of the individuals Moore pulled over, missing registration stickers, etc.) on the three said they didn’t know about the law. side of the road, the second officer would Long said this type of anecdotal evidence is

Tim Peterson park with lights flashing to their rear and really the only way they have of measuring watch radar for vehicles speeding past. the success of efforts like the selective en- Once they pursued someone in violation of forcement blitz. the Move Over law, the two would switch “Everyone knows speeding is a traffic vio-

places. lation — they don’t say, ‘Oh, I didn’t know I /The Connection Generally when a car is pulled over, there couldn’t speed,’” Long said, adding that they isn’t another officer hanging around to en- want “to see at least the law is in people’s force the law. However, the state and county minds.” police were able to staff this event to facili- Moore will testify in July about his re- tate both enforcing and educating the pub- sults and perceptions of the day’s event. In lic. the mean time, he’s anxious to try smaller Over the course of the event, Fairfax versions of the same leapfrog approach on Master Police Officer Joe Moore approaches the driver’s side of a ve- County officers issued 34 summonses and different days of the week and at different hicle while the radar system his police cruiser registers the speed of eight warnings, 13 of which were for viola- times to see how it will affect the results. cars passing directly next to the shoulder. UCM Receives $50,000 Gift

Photos Contributed arrell S. Mitchell, Col. USAF (Ret), supports the fol- Jdonated $50,000 to United Commu- lowing UCM nity Ministries (UCM) to establish children’s pro- The Patricia R. Mitchell Children’s Enrich- grams: ment Opportunities (CEO) Initiative, as a ❖ Healthy tribute to his late wife Patricia R. Mitchell. Families Patricia Mitchell was a registered nurse, Fairfax: Begin- but her passion was helping children. Her ning with prenatal nursing career began in Alaska where she services, the Musician Scholarships supplemented her professional support to Healthy Families West Potomac Choir Boosters awarded an Ernest Johnson Choral Musi- the native communities by also focusing on Patricia R. Fairfax home visit- cian Scholarship to Jessica Niles for $1,000 and a Choral Citizen Schol- the children. She taught, nurtured, helped, Mitchell ing program suc- arship Award to Bernard Kluskens, for $500. Flanking the recipients and guided children throughout the state cessfully prevents are West Potomac Administrator Sal Olivo and Choral Director Kye-Won and even started a Girl Scout organization child abuse and neglect through an evi- Kopko. In the fall, Niles will attend The Juilliard School to study vocal for native children. Jarrell Mitchell served dence-based curriculum that helps at-risk performance and Kluskens will attend Michigan Tech, to study engi- in the U.S. Air Force for 28 years and lived families meet immediate needs, offers emo- neering. with his family in the UCM service area for tional support to help new parents cope many of those years. His last tour of duty with the stresses of parenting a newborn, O’Meara Awarded Communications Scholarship was at the Pentagon as chief of the Engi- teaches basic parenting skills, models posi- neering Division. He retired in 1987 and tive parenting, and links families to medi- est Potomac High School senior, then worked as a consultant to the cities of cal providers to ensure that immunizations WMargaret O’Meara, received The Miami; Seoul, South Korea; Atlanta; and the and well-care visits are on schedule. Steve and Renie Guback Schol- Metropolitan Washington Aviation Author- ❖ UCM Early Learning Center: Op- arship of $5,000, which is awarded annu- ity, in support of the design and construc- erating since 1986, the UCM Early Learn- ally to a student focusing on a major or Photo Contribited tion of their airport development programs. ing Center provides early care and learning minor in communications including, but not He and his wife resided in the Mount for up to 82 infant through kindergarten- limited to, the fields of journalism, broad- Vernon area of Alexandria until her death aged children. casting, and public relations. Recipients of in 2011, after which he permanently relo- ❖ Youth Development: Elementary the scholarship are required to perform 150 cated to Sun-City Center, Fla. T and middle school students without access hours of volunteer service at Greenspring’s Jarrell Mitchell served on the UCM board to affordable after-school programs are Channel 6 television studio, learning a va- of directors from 2002 to 2007. welcomed at UCM’s two community cen- riety of skills. Margaret will begin the in- Margaret O’Meara with Steve The Patricia R. Mitchell CEO Initiative ters and in the Forward Steps program. ternship this summer and will major in Guback, receives the Guback Communication Studies at Virginia Tech in Scholarship. the fall. The Steve and Renie Guback Scholarship the Washington Redskins and NCAA basket- On Duty is one of Greenspring’s donor-designated ball. He became a resident of Greenspring Lt. j.g. Nicole Gailliot, from endowed scholarships. The award was pre- in 2009 where he produces Talking Sports Mount Vernon, stands watch as sented to Margaret by Steve Guback on and Armchair Traveler programs for Chan- officer of the deck on the bridge Wednesday, May 27, at Greenspring’s an- nel 6 (TV studio). of USS Jason Dunham (DDG nual Scholars Awards Ceremony. More than Renie Guback was a native of Stateville 109) on June 2. Jason Dunham, 300 attendees, including friends, family, (N.C.) and came to the Washington, D.C. an Arleigh Burke-class guided- community donors and local school offi- area in 1951. Upon her retirement from missile destroyer homeported in cials, attended the ceremony. Capitol Hill in 1985, she became a long- Norfolk, is conducting naval Steve Guback is an award-winning sports- time secretary at Aldersgate United Meth- operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet writer with the Winston-Salem (N.C.) Jour- odist Church. She died on March 6, 2009. area of operations in support of nal, the Richmond (Va.) Times-Dispatch and Prior to her death, they funded the construc- U.S. national security interests in Europe. the Washington (D.C.) Evening Star where tion of a multi-purpose activities room at Contributed Photo for 20 years he covered all sports, but chiefly Aldersgate. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 18-24, 2015 ❖ 19 Mount Vernon Gazette Sports Editor Jon Roetman Sports 703-752-4031 or [email protected]

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3-Position Air Rifle National Championship West Potomac Match, Scholastic Team Division. This is the team’s second top-10 finish and Athletic Awards a one-place improvement from last year. Several West Potomac athletes were hon- The team members were seniors Jack ored for their accomplishments during the Apperson and Andy Knight, and sopho- 2014-15 season. mores Dominic Mancini and Grayson Jamie Sara (basketball, baseball) and Wheeler. Zshana Lee (cheerleading, lacrosse) re- ceived the Ft. Hunt Sportsmen John C. Frey Athlete of the Year Awards for boys’ and West Potomac Courtesy WDCGA girls’ team sports. Joshua Carter (football, wrestling) and Cassidy Bayer (swimming) Football to Compete won for individual sports. Christopher Cheng (basketball, tennis) and Jayne Or- In 7-on-7 leans (swimming, softball) won Ft. Hunt The West Potomac football team will com- Sportsmen Sports Man and Sports Woman pete in the 7on7 University “Bulldog Clas- of the Year. sic” passing tournament on Sunday, June Mount Vernon Country Club recently won the 2015 Women’s District of Ahmad Sasso (boys’ soccer) received 21 at Westfield High School. Columbia Golf Association team championship. The members who Head Coach of the Year and Scott Nelson Check in is at 9 a.m., pool play starts at played in the final match on May 28 include Candy Clary, Joan Gardner, (baseball) was named Assistant Coach of 10 a.m. and the single-elimination tourna- Linda DiVall, Debbis Simpson, Susan Podolsky, and Shawn McCullough. the Year. ment starts at 1:30 p.m. Nicolas Cucinotta (boys’ soccer) and Twenty-four teams will compete in the Megan Jackson (softball) were recognized event, including Conference 7 opponents Local Team Wins Championship as spring sport scholar athletes. Lake Braddock and West Springfield. ount Vernon Country Club won and Shawn McCullough, regularly filled in. Westfield, Chantilly, Hayfield and Langley the 2015 Women’s District of The team played six matches during April will each have two teams at the event. M All-State The 7on7 University Never Give Up #26 Columbia Golf Association team and May, and the last and decisive match championship. Thirty-five teams were was on May 28. Track Honors National Championship will be held July 10- seeded this year into five divisions, and “This was a great team win as we had 11 at Oakton High School. Mount Vernon won for the second straight super subs who kept us in contention,” The West Potomac 4x400 relay team of The event will be held in honor of Faith year in the top-seeded Division I. DiVall said. “We could not have successfully Glenn Rushing, Cullen O’Boyle, Gunnar Boone, who died of heart disease in 2004 Kim Franks was the team’s captain, and defended our championship without them.” Cukor & Lozie Goolsby earned all-state hon- at the age of 3, and former Oakton football her regular teammates included Katie Cox, The club’s latest WDCGA team champi- ors, placing fifth at the 6A state track meet player Packy Purcell, who died of colon can- Linda DiVall, Joan Gardner, Susan Podolsky onship is the 12th in the past 16 years. in Newport News. Goolsby also placed sev- cer in 2013 at the age of 26. All proceeds and Debbie Simpson. Since all the players Belle Haven Country Club’s team placed enth in the 800. Goolsby set the WPHS from the 7on7 University Never Give Up have day jobs, two substitutes, Candy Clary second in the WDCGA’s Division II. record in the 800. Foundation National Championship will go to the Never Give Up #26 Foundation to raise money for Jill’s House, a “respite re- Rockwell Receives Softball Honors All-Conference, sort” for children ages 6 to 17 with intel- lectual and physical disabilities, located in ishop Ireton softball player All-Region Honors McLean, and the Georgetown Lombardi Erin Rockwell finished her B The boys’ tennis doubles team of Aiden Cancer Center. 2015 high school softball Kiernan and Joe Leonard went undefeated Donations can be made to http:// season with honors at the annual this season and earned first-team All-Con- www.nevergiveup26.com/donate—con- Bishop Ireton High School Sports ference 7 and first-team All-6A North re- tact-us.html. Banquet held at the Alexandria gion Honors. Hilton Mark Center. West Potomac girls’ soccer coach Ed Tho- Rockwell was named Bishop Ireton mas and softball coach Craig Maniglia were Summer Field varsity softball MVP for the 2015 each named Conference 7 Coach of the Year season. in their respective sports. Hockey Training The MVP award for the Cardinals The Academy International Coaches will was the icing on the cake to a strong be running field hockey camps this summer season as Rockwell was also se- West Potomac in the following locations at Herndon High lected for All-Washington Catholic School, Annandale High School, Yorktown Athletic Conference first-team hon- Rifle Team in High School and Long Bridge Park in Ar- ors, and VISAA all-state first-team lington. Beginners to advanced players wel- honors. Championship Match come. Rockwell, a sophomore transfer The West Potomac rifle team finished sev- For dates and times go to www.academy student to Bishop Ireton this year, enth in the 2015 National Rifle Association international.net or call 1-888-529-3827. earned first-team All-Conference 13 and second-team All-5A North re- Photo Contributed gion honors as a pitcher during her School Notes freshman season at Mount Vernon High School. In 2014, she helped Email announcements to Arts degree in international relations and Spanish [email protected]. Deadline is from William Jewell College (Liberty, Mo.). lead the Majors to their first 19-win Thursday at noon. Photos are welcome. season in many years and batted Naif A. Alsagr has earned a Master of Business Nicholas Campbell, a junior majoring in civil .361 for the season. Administration degree with a major in finance from engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute This season, with the Cardinals, the University of Scranton (Scranton, Pa.). (Worcester, Mass.), returns from an intensive re- Bishop Ireton’s Erin Rockwell earned search project “Green Space Design for a River Rockwell improved her batting av- first-team all-WCAC honors in 2015 Kathryn L. Adzima has earned a Master of Daylighting Pilot Project.” erage to .398 and logged a personal Science degree with a major in educational admin- best 156 strikeouts in the WCAC. istration from the University of Scranton (Scranton, Monica Vroomen of Longwood University shortstop with the Mount Vernon Magic 18U Pa.). (Farmville, Va.) will study at the University of “E-Rock,” as she is known by her team- Elite. Her pitching coaches are Guy DeZarn Oxford this summer in a fellowship sponsored by mates, plays travel ball as a pitcher and and Karen Walker. James H. 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