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How Republican Brian Schoeneman earned wrath of /The Connection his party by making sure every vote counted in county.

By Victoria Ross The Connection

n the morning of Brian Schoeneman in his Fairfax townhome with his Nov. 6, the day af- cat, Howie. His favorite portrait of Revolutionary hero O ter the general elec- George Washington hanging above the fireplace. tion, it appeared that Republican Mark Obenshain Brian Schoeneman — At a Glance had eked out a razor-thin victory Hometown: Born in Baltimore He is the legislative director for the over Democrat Mark Herring to and raised in Pennsylvania, Seafarers International Union of become Virginia’s next Attorney Photo by Schoeneman came to the D.C. met- North America, a maritime labor General. ropolitan area to attend The George union. Schoeneman is co-owner and Like most hotly-contested politi- Washington University, where he an active blogger for the right-lean- earned two degrees. He moved to ing political blog Bearing Drift. cal battles, the close race gener- Victoria Ross Fairfax County in 2007. Membership & Affiliations: ated even closer scrutiny. Education: B.A. in political sci- Member of the historic St. John’s National political analyst David ence, George Washington University, Episcopal Church on Lafayette Wasserman, with the Cook Politi- 2001. Master’s degree in political Square; Catholic University Law Re- management, George Washington view, published The Scarlet “L” – cal Report, thought there were University, 2004; Law degree, Catho- Have Recent Developments in Lob- anomalies in the absentee ballot /The Connection lic University School of Law, 2011 bying Regulation Gone Too Far?; totals for Fairfax County, which Family: Married to KayAnn, the vice president of the Wescott Ridge had been expected to vote strongly communications director for the Homeowners Association; an active Fairfax Chamber. The couple live in freemason, he has served as an of- Democratic. Fairfax with their 3 1/2 year-old son ficer in John Blair Lodge #187; Wasserman took to Twitter with Nick and cat, Howie. member of the International Propel- his evidence, pointing out there Public Office: Schoeneman ler Club of the United States, where served in President George W. Bush’s he serves on the Board of Governors must be absentee ballots missing administration as special assistant of the D.C. Chapter; founding mem- in Fairfax County, because the per- Brian Schoeneman, Secretary of the Fairfax County and senior speechwriter to Secretary ber of the GW Graduate School of centage of requested absentee bal- Election Board, at his “day job” as an attorney in of Labor Elaine L. Chao from 2008 to Political Management Alumni Asso- lots that had been returned and Fairfax County. 2009. In that capacity, he served as ciation, and served as its first the Secretary’s lead liaison to orga- president; communications director reported on election night was nized labor and as a member of her for the Fairfax County Republican much lower than the percentage senior staff. In the 2011 election, he Committee in 2010 and former gen- of other counties. Wasserman and ran against state Del. David Bulova, eral counsel for FCRC From 2012 to others noticed that there were ab- a Democrat, but failed to capture the March 2013. He is a member of the 37th house district seat. American Bar Association, the normally low totals in the 8th Con- Profession: Schoeneman earned Fairfax Bar Association and the Fed- gressional District, which includes his law degree at Catholic University. eralist Society. Bailey’s Crossroads. “Are we supposed to buy that just 7 percent of voters in Bailey’s “I’ve talked to the GR (general wrath of some in his own party, Crossroads who requested an ab- registrar) and we are working on who weren’t happy that Fairfax sentee ballot actually voted? Pre- this as we speak — I am convinced County’s revised count turned the posterous,” Wasserman concluded now too that there is an issue.” tide in favor of Democrat Mark in one tweet. Brian Schoeneman, Secretary of the Fairfax County Elec- “It was my worst nightmare as Herring. Meanwhile, Brian Schoeneman, tion Board, took to Twitter throughout Election Day and in an election official, the perfect “Anyone who knows Brian the senior GOP appointee to the days following the election, to communicate with storm of events,” Schoeneman said knows that he is honest to a fault, Fairfax County’s three-member political observers who questioned the discrepancy be- last week. “During the canvass, we and will do everything in his Electoral Board, was in the midst tween requested absentee ballots and actual vote counts spent most of the day catching power to make the (election) pro- of a post-election canvass, his first in the statewide elections. Schoeneman’s now infamous little errors, and we didn’t realize cess as fair and transparent as pos- since being appointed to the board “zero” tweet, posted on Wednesday, Nov. 6, went viral and we had a glaring error.” sible,” said Cameron Quinn, last spring. Essentially, a canvass sparked a fast and furious twitter sphere debate. Votes were temporarily Fairfax County’s general registrar. is checking and double-checking underreported when a voting ma- Chris Sanders, a local Twitter Election Day votes, the purpose of uncounted absentee ballots in ing Schoeneman with numbers chine in Bailey’s Crossroads mal- follower, said he was impressed by which is to catch inevitable human Fairfax County. We completed our showing abnormally low totals for functioned early on Election Day. Schoeneman’s candid responses errors. count last night,” Schoeneman absentee ballots. Although the machine was later during the election. “He is a stand- Schoeneman, a well-known posted on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at Schoeneman, in an effort to be repaired, an election official up guy, even though we don’t have Fairfax attorney, Republican 2:33 p.m. “hyper-transparent,” encouraged grabbed the totals generated when the same politics,” Sanders said. blogger and former Bush staffer, The “zero” tweet instantly went the crowd sourcing by engaging the machine broke down, rather On Nov. 25, the Virginia State had been posting tweets and viral. followers with real-time status re- than the final tally — a much Board of Elections certified elec- Facebook messages on Election Over the next 36 hours, the twit- ports. larger number for Herring. tion results with Herring defeat- Day to make the process as trans- ter sphere exploded as hundreds At 7:40 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. Schoeneman’s transparency and ing Obenshain by a mere 165 votes parent as possible for voters. of followers jumped into the fray, 7, Schoeneman tweeted: his willingness to explore what out of more than 2 million cast He had also been reading the providing numbers, offering theo- “I’m working on figuring this out went wrong on election night statewide. Obenshain has re- tweets from Wasserman and oth- ries, and, at times, hurling parti- as we speak … Nobody’s being thrust him into the epicenter of quested a recount, which is ex- ers. Finding no evidence of a dis- san insults. rude. Dave is keeping me honest, partisan politics. pected to be held in mid-Decem- crepancy after an initial review, he Wasserman and Ben Tribbett, a which is fine.” While his actions earned him the ber. tweeted a reply. Fairfax County Democratic opera- A half hour later, at 8:14 p.m., respect of many Democrats, both The “found” absentee ballots and “To respond to rumors going tive who writes the political blog Schoeneman sent out a “Houston, locally and nationally, around, there are zero – o – ZERO “Not Larry Sabato,” kept pepper- we have a problem” tweet: Schoeneman also earned the See Election, Page 6 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ December 5-11, 2013 ❖ 3 News Local Non-profit Faces Decrease in Donations Our Daily Bread is in need of sponsors for their holiday pro- gram, which helps local fami- lies struggling to make ends meet.

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ur Daily Bread, a Dawn Sykes, the seasonal programs manager, and Sheila non-profit that Dixon, the outreach and advocacy manager, decorate a Oprovides assis- holiday tree with gift cards that will be given to families tance to low-in- in need at Our Daily Bread. come members of the community, has seen a decrease in donations since last year, making it difficult for them to meet the needs of their holiday program. According to Lisa Whetzel, a Steve Harris, President of American Legal Investigations Fairfax resident and the executive & Support Services (ALIASS) presents a donation of director of Our Daily Bread, indi- $1,000 to Our Daily Bread’s Dawn Sykes, the seasonal vidual donations have decreased programs manager, and Lisa Whetzel, the executive from $120,000 in 2012 to $87,000 director. The donation will provide grocery and gift cards in 2013. to families on the organization’s holiday assistance list. “This is the time of year when we do get the most donations in, Heather Webb, communications man- just because people are in the sea- ager at Our Daily Bread, stocks food son of giving,” Whetzel said. “It’s Photos by Janelle Germanos/ supplies at the organization’s office. unusual though for us to be so The Connection Our Daily Bread has seen a decrease in behind. We’re concerned about monetary donations this year. that.” Whetzel said that corporate do- people don’t have the spending Giving Tuesday that encourages gram, which allows for a donor to operating funds to be able to pro- nations have also decreased, ability they had in years past. donations to non-profit organiza- sponsor a family by donating in vide for the families that are on something the organization is con- They’re not sure about what is tions. the form of food, gifts, or a gift our list.” cerned with. going to happen in the future. “There was Black Friday, and card that the family can use them- Whetzel said the list of families “In 2012 we received about There is still the threat of a shut- then there was small-business Sat- selves. has been capped at 3,500. $48,000 in donations. This year, down in January, and so people urday, and then Cyber Monday, “If we compare last year’s num- “Last year we serviced 3100 it’s about $24,000,” Whetzel said. might be holding on to their in- and then there is Giving Tuesday, ber to this year’s to date, we are families. We increased it by 400 Whetzel said that the sequestra- come, that they might normally which I think is the most impor- about 100 short of what we had in hopes that the community tion and the government shut- give, just in case,” Whetzel said. tant one. It is the reason for the at this time last year,” Whetzel would support the holiday pro- down may be the reason for the season,” Whetzel said. said. “That means we are going to gram. We’re just very concerned decrease in donations. ON DEC. 3, Our Daily Bread took Our Daily Bread is in need of have to use more of the cash do- that we aren’t going to meet that “We are very concerned that part in a global movement called assistance for their holiday pro- nations and dip into our general See Donations, Page 5

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From Page 3 aisle — who want to turn every- proved with enhanced communi- thing into a ‘good vs. evil’ battle cation to election chiefs. the approved provisional ballots where everybody with one letter “The one thing I know we need resulted in a 975-vote new swing after their name is good and the to do differently and would have in favor of Democratic nominee other side is evil,” Schoeneman done differently is to get our chiefs Mark Herring. In fact, the addi- said. and coordinators the spreadsheet tional votes from Fairfax County Schoeneman also said there we had that included all of the were the single biggest factor in were some Republicans who ques- mail-in absentees and absentee-in- Herring edging out Obenshain in tioned his attempts at transpar- person ballots cast by Congres- the final certified tally. ency and responsiveness through sional District. Had our folks in the The headline-making story social media such as Twitter and 8th District Central Absentee Pre- spawned conspiracy theories by Facebook. cinct had that information, they political activists on both sides of “When I made that ‘zero’ tweet, could have figured out right away the aisle. While Schoeneman said I was trying to tamp down the ru- that their numbers were off,” he he was just doing his job by mak- mors that we had missing ballots said. ing certain that every vote or missing votes — and by miss- Ironically, it wasn’t supposed to counted, others in his party saw it ing I mean physically not present, be Schoeneman sitting in that hot differently. like a box of ballots lying around seat this highly partisan election. Jeanine Martin, on The Bull El- somewhere that hadn’t been Last February, Schoeneman was ephant blog, asked “Why is Brian counted. I had confirmed with the representing the Fairfax County Schoeneman, who purports to be staff that this wasn’t the case,” Republican Committee in a lawsuit a Republican, helping Democrats Schoeneman said. stemming from the 2012 election by extending this deadline?” “And I was right,” Schoeneman when the term of election board Martin was referring to the Elec- added, “we didn’t have missing member Hans von Spakovsky, a tion Board’s unanimous decision ballots. We did have a major tabu- Republican former member of the to extend the provisional ballot lation error that inadvertently left George W. Bush administration, was up. Von Spakovsky, a political “I hope I was able to do that for a few people lightening rod for his contro- on the left — prove to them that there are versial research on voter Support fraud, was the local Repub- Republicans out there who care about the lican Party’s first choice to re- main on the board. Although rules, getting it right and being fair…” it’s almost unheard of for the panel of circuit court judges — Brian Schoeneman, OF GREATER WASHINGTON to refuse a party’s first FAIRFAX COUNTY REGION a Republican and Secretary of the Fairfax County Electoral Board choice, the panel bypassed The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater von Spakovsky. deadline through Tuesday, Nov. 3,000 or so votes off the results Instead, they picked the party’s Washington is to help boys and girls of all backgrounds, 12, a full week after the Nov. 5 sheet, which we caught and cor- second choice: Brian Schoeneman. especially those who need us most, build confidence, election, while other Virginia rected. So both sides were right — “Did I ever think I’d be sitting develop character and acquire the skills needed to counties were adhering to a dead- there were votes that hadn’t been here as an election officer? No, become productive, civic-minded, responsible adults. line at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8. reported, but my tweet was also absolutely not. But I’m here, and BGCGW’s Fairfax County region includes the Culmore That decision earned accurate, because we didn’t have I’m committed to transparency. Schoeneman the scorn of Repub- any missing ballots that hadn’t Call it ‘Getting it right in Fairfax.’ Character Club and Murraygate Village Club, serving 582 lican party officials throughout the been counted in the 8th.” That’s kind of my new slogan,” members a year. On average, 120 youths come through state. Looking back on election night, Schoeneman said, smiling. the doors every day during the school year. “What happened in Fairfax over Schoeneman said he doesn’t re- An avid Orioles fan, the last week, culminating in gret his infamous tweet, or any Schoeneman compared the Meet Henry Lopez, 2013 National tonight’s announcement of a re- other tweets that gave the public events of election night, and the Boys & Girls Clubs Virginia Youth versal in fortunes of the Virginia a chance to “see into the factory subsequent fallout from the Attor- of the Year, who grew up with the Attorney General candidates, was where the sausage is being ney General’s saga to the World BGCGW Culmore Character Club a travesty,” wrote Steve Albertson, made.” Series. for 14 years. Henry now attends vice chairman of the Stafford “When folks are that cynical, it’s “We had a good night on Tues- George Mason University on an County Electoral Board, in his hard to crack through to convince day night, and a couple of nights Honor Scholarship studying blog. “… In doing so they raised a them that their preconceived no- where I thought we were in real computer engineering. giant middle finger to the rest of tions about politics are wrong. I trouble, but we patched things to- us.” hope I was able to do that for a gether and got it done,” Schoeneman said it stung to few people on the left — prove to Schoeneman said. “Given that we Join in our annual giving have members of his own party them that there are Republicans didn’t completely wrap up the pro- campaign: question his integrity. out there who care about the rules, cess until 10 minutes before the For more information, “These folks knew better. getting it right and being fair … I deadline on Tuesday the 12th, the They’ve worked with me for years, want the average voter to know whole process felt like coming E-mail [email protected] and they know I’m honest and that their vote counts.” down to the last pitch of the last Phone: 703-820-5206 willing to address any complaints. Asked if he would do anything inning of Game 7 of the series, and Visit http://www.bgcgw.org/givegreatfutures/ “One of the downsides to poli- differently on election night, having your guy hit a walk off and select “Fairfax County” tics is that there are some folks — Schoeneman replied that he single to win the game. And it was and they exist on both sides of the thought the process could be im- that stressful the whole time, too.”

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By discharging the dues associated with live trees alto- loose needles, and acclimatize. @MaryKimm As a Muslim American, each of mankind, we are discharging gether by displaying an artificial Once inside, check the water level Executive Vice President Thanksgiving I am reminded of the the dues of God. By giving from tree. In doing so, they save them- daily and close any heating vents Jerry Vernon [email protected] verse of the Holy Quran that states what we have, we are a granted a selves some hassle and might even nearby. Fresh cut trees are more “If you are grateful, I will surely second reflection on our blessings. think they are doing their own part expensive, but the whole process Editor in Chief Steven Mauren bestow more favors on you” Gratefulness in our hearts, grate- to save the planet by not cutting of driving out of town and finding Managing Editor (14:8). I live in a country that al- fulness expressed in our voices, down trees. Well, as it turns out, your own tree for cutting makes Kemal Kurspahic lows me to practice my religion in and gratefulness shown towards not so much. According to the Na- for a fun holiday outing. We usu- Photography: Deb Cobb, Louise Krafft, peace and with dignity. A country our fellow men. Let that be our tional Christmas Tree Association ally get pre-cut trees from a local Craig Sterbutzel that allows me each year, to be mantra this holiday season. (www.realchristmastrees.org), stand, but once we enjoyed splurg- Art/Design: Laurence Foong, John Heinly thankful that 400 years ago, a Christmas tree growers in America ing for a fresh one we had cut out- Production Manager: group of pilgrims fleeing religious Salma Haneef (whose farms are often located on side the town of Clifton, where you Jean Card persecution came to America to Fairfax land not suited for other use) plant can also taste local wine or visit Geovani Flores found a safe haven for all. 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Yet My son when he was younger produced in artificial tree manu- VAxmasnorthern.php, but be sure Ann Oliver for many of us, Thanksgiving is used to get a little sad when we facturing, packaging and shipping. to call ahead to make sure the list- [email protected] also a time to reflect on those who would put our Christmas trees Adding it all up, it would seem that ings are still in business and have are less fortunate. We remind our outside to be picked up like gar- buying a fresh cut tree locally a crop to sell this year. children that while we are eating, bage. I don’t blame him – it’s a bit would be the most environmen- there are those elsewhere who will anticlimactic to see the bare trees tally friendly option, if not the Ann Soraghan not. I remind myself that while I lying by the side of the road as cheapest. Fairfax Station

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“People need to have open and cause they don’t have family to be Mental health clear dialogues about those is- with.” experts say be- sues,” said Bemak. “Anticipatory Linda Gulyn, Ph.D., a professor

Photo by Marilyn Campbell conversations about those issues of psychology at Marymount Uni- in advance is better than arriving versity in Arlington, said high ex- ing realistic and and then saying ‘Now what do I pectations can lead to anxiety and do?’” sadness as well. “Some people feel seeking support Bemak advises managing one’s this need to spend a lot of money, own issues first. Sometimes that which can contribute to stress, es- can help you means seeking professional help. pecially with parents and chil- “Gain an understanding of your dren,” she said. “They have unre- avoid holiday issues and behaviors,” he said. “If alistic expectations which can lead stress and de- you have had a difficult relation- to profound disappointment.” Bethesda-based psycho- ship with a family member, you In addition to dealing with pos- pression. therapist Karen Soltes have to work on that for yourself sible causes, recognizing the warn- enjoys a conversation with and ask yourself ‘How do I handle ing signs of stress and depression her friend Linda Feldman. those things when these issues can help prevent serious bouts. By Marilyn Campbell Mental health experts say come up?’ so you don’t get pulled “One big sign that your mood is The Connection spending quality time with back into behavior patterns that being affected is trouble with friends can help relieve are unhealthy.” sleeping,” said Gulyn. “Senses of hile the holiday season holiday-induced stress and Bethesda-based psychotherapist hopelessness, guilt, regret or other Wis filled with parties, depression. Karen Soltes, a licensed clinical kinds of negative feelings are shopping, decorating social worker who treats military signs, as well as overeating and and other festive activities, men- Frederic Bemak, Ed.D., a profes- veterans, said while spending time alcohol or substance abuse. You’re tal health experts say it often sor in counseling and development with family can be challenging, a also more likely to be more agi- brings unwelcome guests as well: at George Mason University in lack of familial connection can also tated with other people.” stress and depression. Fairfax, said causes of stress and pose obstacles. Shorter days and less sunlight While they can be difficult to depression during the holidays can “During the holidays, it is hard are other contributors. “The holi- manage when one is in the midst include difficult family dynamics for people who don’t have family,” days happen to fall in winter of a bout, with a few strategies one or issues such as illness, death of said Soltes. “A lot of veterans I where we’re more likely to have may be able to prevent both be- family members or changes due to work with are disconnected from our moods affected by lack of fore they ruin the holiday season. marriage or divorce. their families and are lonely be- See Wellbeing, Page 15

www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ December 5-11, 2013 ❖ 9 News Encore Dancers Present ‘Switching Christmas’ Fairfax High student is in new, holiday show. By Bonnie Hobbs The Connection

Photos Courtesy of Linda Helms hen a precocious, W young girl changes places with a play- ful elf at the North Pole, things are bound to go awry and only Santa can save the day. That’s the premise of Encore Theatri- cal Arts Project’s new holiday show, “Switching Christmas.” “It’s a heartwarming story and a love story, too,” said Director

Photos by and Choreographer Raynor van Three of Encore’s dancing elves are (from left) Alia Artieda, Audra Avery and Renee der Merwe. “It’s also about Greise. wanting to be other places, but

Bonnie Hobbs learning that what we need is tween her character and joins in.” Konnick likes right under our noses at home.” the elf. Her favorite num- the finale, “Snow,” be- ber is “Dig that Crazy Santa cause it’s a 12-minute “SWITCHING CHRISTMAS” Claus,” performed by number and she changes offers the magic of the season elves. “It shows the North costumes five times. She’s

/The Connection in an original dance musical. Pole and introduces been with Encore four The cast of nearly 50 includes Santa’s workshop for the years and calls the expe- students from Centreville and first time,” she said. “We’re rience a “turning point” Chantilly schools, plus profes- all dancing around and it’s in her career. sional actors Dan and Tina very high-energy.” “It’s opened up so many Delafield. Playing Sprinkles is Little doors for me,” she said. “People looking for something Rocky Run’s Caitlyn “I travel an hour to get to Passing out wristbands and paper footprints are (seated, different than the traditional Watkinson, who’s the studio in Chantilly, From left: seniors Sabrina Bastos and Selina Cardin show from left) Renee Rozell, Amanda McGuire and Kristina ‘Nutcracker,’ ‘Messiah’ or ‘Christ- homeschooled. “She uses but it’s so worth it.” As for Sophomore Dorcas Osei-Adjei signs her footprint. off their “Stand by Me” wristbands. Nguyen, plus Howard Kim (standing). mas Carol’ will really enjoy this her Christmas magic to the show, she said the show,” said van der Merwe. mess up Madison’s life in audience will enjoy “how “The dancers have been re- New York,” said Watkinson. everything ties in and hearsing since July and spend “She’s outgoing, happy and how well the plot and 20-25 hours a week in the stu- carefree, but doesn’t real- dances mesh together.” ‘It’s Not OK to Turn a Blind Eye to Bullying’ dio.” ize the damage she’s doing Jessica Dawson, also “We have lots of newcomers, to others.” homeschooled, plays including those in the Fairfax High week, students learned how to erate bullying in their classrooms Senior Sabrina Bastos said, “So ing would be a phenomenal start.” but also a great group of sea- Mrs. Claus as “ecstatic, Fairfax High pyramid. Besides the high school, handle themselves if faced with a and to help students stand up for much bullying goes unnoticed. So “I don’t think bullying’s a big soned performers setting a good HAVING A GOOD TIME energetic and eccentric. Daniels Run, Eagle View, Fairfax bullying situation and how by- others being bullied. They then any little thing that makes people problem in our school,” said senior example for the younger ones,” exploring her character, It’s been a challenge fig- students pledge Villa, Providence and Willow standers can help someone being hung the words outside their class- think about it will hopefully stop Amanda McGuire. “But this brings she continued. “There are so Watkinson likes playing an uring out how to play Springs elementary schools, plus bullied. They also learned peace- room doors. bullying.” light to it and makes you think many exciting dance numbers elf because “I get to bring someone older, but I’ve to stand by each Lanier Middle School all partici- ful ways to solve problems. On scrolling announcements on “It’s good to make people aware more about the things you do sub- that’ll keep young kids enter- all the elf stereotypes to life watched my grandma Getting into the holiday spirit are pated. In addition, students took a TVs throughout the school, anti- that bullying exists and that, if they consciously that may not seem like tained, plus a great story that – Sprinkles is short, skips and tried to apply it to my (from left) Jessy Dawson, Christina other. “It’s important for students to pledge stating: “I will not bully oth- bullying information was pre- see it happening, they should re- bullying to you, but really are. It’s everyone will enjoy. We’ve got everywhere and likes to character.” She likes the Mastracchio and Mariana Artieda. By Bonnie Hobbs stand up for others,” said Fairfax ers; I will stand up to help others sented. It described what cyber- port it or stop it,” added classmate also pretty cool that this is being old favorites, plus new num- drink hot chocolate.” She “Rag Dolls” number be- The Connection High counselor Donna Leone. “One being bullied; I will report bully- bullying is, plus what it means to Selina Cardin. done in the whole [Fairfax] Pyra- bers, so there’s something for likes the “Soldiers” routine cause “it’s high-energy of the reasons students may not ing to an adult; if I see something, visually harass someone, such as mid, so it’s like a communitywide everyone. And, visually, it’ll be because “we get to act like wooden being Sneaky because it suits my and all the children in the audi- come to school is that they may not I will say something; I know stick- writing a person’s name along with ALSO A SENIOR, Andrew effort.” spectacular – it truly is a family soldiers and move our bodies like personality.” ence really respond to it. You hildren of all ages get feel safe. So by promoting anti- ing up for someone is the right sexual remarks or making obscene Orvedahl said Bullying Awareness Classmate Howard Kim said musical.” [nonhuman] objects.” She enjoys performing because can see their faces from the bullied and bully oth- bullying, it makes for a more-sup- thing to do. I will stand by you; in gestures. And on the last day of Week makes a statement: “We’re there are some students afraid to Logan Floyd, a Fairfax High It’s her second year with Encore “it lets me forget about my issues stage and they really get into it. Cers, themselves. It’s portive school environment and return, I hope you will stand by that week, all students wore blue telling people it’s not OK, instead come to school and unable to sleep junior, plays one of the lead and, said Watkinson,” I really en- outside of dance, and it’s fun when Our wreath number at the end not true of all children, may change the way students act me.” in support of the week’s activities of turning a blind eye to bullying. at night because they’ve been bul- roles, Madison, the daughter of joy it; everyone’s super nice and everyone really nails their chore- is also really cool, and the audi- but it’s true of enough of them that toward one another.” Afterwards, they each wrote and message. Edmund Burke, a member of Brit- lied. “When you bully someone, it a New York City hotel manager. there are no cliques. And I like per- ography.” Her favorite number is ence won’t know what we’re Fairfax County and City of Fairfax their name inside a paper footprint “When students show kindness ish Parliament, said, ‘All it takes for hurts people,” he said. “Sometimes “She wants to have fun with her forming because, when you’re “Multiplying Santas” because she creating until we’re done. The schools want to do something THE FIRST DAY of Bullying and received a blue wristband and compassion toward each other, the triumph of evil is for good men they’ll hide it, so you can’t see the friends, but her dad has a hard onstage, you’re in a whole, differ- likes the costumes and “how we all show is really upbeat and will about it. Awareness Week, each school be- bearing the words, “Stand by Me.” it makes for a better school envi- to do nothing.’” harm it does, but it eats them from time letting her do that alone,” ent world and just get to be in the look the same. And it’s really fun keep everyone engaged.” Last year, schools in the Chantilly gan the conversation around the The written pledge was then ronment,” said Leone. “And that, “I know how it feels to be bul- the inside out.” explained Floyd. “Then an elf moment.” She said the audience to be a big, bumbling Santa Claus Showtimes are Friday, Dec. 13 High Pyramid held a Bullying definition of bullying. All teachers prominently displayed in each in turn, leads to better academic lied and how much pain it causes,” Junior Kristina Nguyen said the named Sprinkles comes to the will like the big contrast between for a whole five minutes.” and 20, at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. Awareness Week to address and wore blue, “Stand by Me” T-shirts school, surrounded by the foot- achievement.” said junior Alex Brunner. “So week was “really beneficial be- hotel to see who’s been naughty Sprinkles’ and Madison’s charac- Bond said the audience will love 14 and 21, at noon, 4 p.m. and eventually eradicate this problem. reflecting Fairfax High’s school col- prints. After taking the pledge, Nov. 21, people should realize how their cause people don’t know bullying or nice, and she thinks it’s ex- ters and will leave happy. the show’s “creative storyline and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 15 and The theme was “Stand by Me,” ors and bearing the words, “No At Fairfax, members of the Stu- several students told The Connec- actions and words can influence is going on because it can be dis- citing there. Madison wants to Westfield senior Caroline Bond colorfulness of the dances. It’ll put 22, at noon and 4 p.m., at emphasizing support for the per- bullying.” dent Leadership class and the Gay tion why it’s important to educate the person they’re bullying to do creet. But it still hurts the same travel the world, so the two of plays Percy the hotel clerk and them in the Christmas spirit.” NOVA’s Richard J. Ernst Com- son being bullied, and it was the Cluster VII defines a bully as Straight Alliance Club were sta- teens about bullying and its dan- something drastic.” way. So this lets people know bul- them switch places.” Sneaky the elf. “Percy aims to Emma Konnick, a McLean High munity Cultural Center, 8333 theme of this year’s week, Nov. 18- someone who “repeatedly uses tioned in the cafeteria during gers. “Bullying is really bad, and Senior Kyle Wilkinson said, “I’ve lying is a real thing and we should An Encore dancer since sev- please and Sneaky is a mischievous senior, plays an elf named Cheeky Little River Turnpike in 22, as well. words or actions to intentionally lunches, passing out wristbands it’s something people should stand always thought keeping people treat people nicely because we enth grade, Floyd says it’s fun elf who doesn’t really like any- who “waits for the other elves to Annandale. Ticket information But this time, the initiative was cause physical or emotional harm and paper footprints. Teachers took against,” said sophomore Dorcas happy should be a priority in one’s don’t know what they’re going to create the relationship be- thing,” she said. “I especially like get involved in things before she is at www.encore-tap.org. expanded to all Cluster VII schools, to another person.” During the the pledge, too, vowing to not tol- Osei-Adjei. life – and putting a stop to bully- through.” 10 ❖ Fairfax Connection ❖ December 5-11, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ December 5-11, 2013 ❖ 11 Jackie Hoffman’s A Chanukah Calendar

Charol Comes to Fairfax Dec. 7 & 8 To have community events listed, send to p.m., at the parking lot at the [email protected] or call SATURDAY/DEC. 14 intersection of West and Main Streets he Jewish Community 703-778-9416 with questions. The deadline 2nd Saturday Art Walk. 6-9 p.m. behind Wells Fargo Bank in Fairfax. Center of Northern Vir- for submissions is the Friday prior to pub- Workhouse Arts, 9601 Ox Road, Every Saturday there is fresh T lication; we recommend submitting your Lorton. The 2nd Saturday Art Walk at produce, goods and wares at the ginia continues its event two weeks ahead of time. To see more the Workhouse showcases the diverse market. [email protected] 2013-2014 Performing Arts Se- entertainment events, go to: http:// work of more than 100 visual artists or www.FairfaxSundayMarket.com. ries with a visit from Broadway, www.connectionnewspapers.com/news/ in a unique historic venue, creating Fairfax Mosaic Wednesday Night 2013/sep/26/fairfax-county-calendar/. an atmosphere that encourages Freshbikes Rides. 6:30 p.m., at television star and kvetching visitors to immerse themselves in the Fairfax Mosaic Freshbikes, 2910 comedienne Jackie Hoffman. FRIDAY-MONDAY/DEC. 6-DEC. 16 richness of this creative community. District Ave., Fairfax. Weekly bike Cecil Ray Comedy Club. 7p.m. rides leave from the Fairfax Mosaic She has created and performs “Page Turners.” Daily, at the Jewish Workhouse Arts, 9601 Ox Road, store, the newest addition to the Community Center of Northern in Jackie Hoffman’s A Lorton. Host Cecil Ray leads the Freshbikes family of stores in the Virginia, 8900 Little River Turnpike, proceedings in a night of laughter area. www.freshbikescycling.com. Chanukah Charol, where she is Fairfax. The exhibit highlights visual Jackie Hoffman’s A with guest comedians from the mid- Northern Virginia Shag Club. 6:30- forced to examine her life when artists who are also illustrators, to Chanukah Charol will Atlantic region. Tickets: $20-30. 10 p.m., at the Elks Lodge Fairfax, run concurrently with the 8th annual she is visited by the Ghosts of 8421 Arlington Blvd., Fairfax. Dance perform on Saturday, Northern Virginia Jewish Book SATURDAY/DEC. 21 for two hours every Wednesday with Chanukah Past, Present and Festival. Features Valerie Brown, Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. and An Irish Christmas – An Nollaig. 8 free beginner lessons starting at 7:30 Future, and even Molly Picon. freelance photographer with images Sunday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. p.m. GMU Center for the Arts, 4400 p.m. and dancing preceding and from her “Capital Splendor: Gardens What she finds on her quest for University Drive, Fairfax. Irish- following; no partners needed. $4. & Parks of Washington, DC,” Ian American fiddler Eileen Ivers brings www.nvshag.org. fame is that she is a dark, des- which she received the Theatre Frank, architect and artist, Katherine the joy of the holiday season to Join Jewish War Veterans of the perate diva who would give World Award). Jackie Janus Kahn, illustrator of the Sammy Fairfax with her celebration for the USA. The Burke Post E 100 at 5712 Spider series and Ziz, a gigantic bird Scrooge a run for his money. Hoffman’s A Chanukah Charol whole family, a heartwarming Walnut Wood, Burke, invites Jewish of Jewish mythology and The concert filled with tales of Irish veterans and servicemembers to join. Jackie Hoffman’s A will perform on Saturday, Dec. Ladysmiths: 16 of the group of local Christmas traditions and favorite 703-209-5925. Chanukah Charol is Hoffman’s 7 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 8 female metalsmiths’ jewelry Celtic holiday tunes. Tickets: $25- NVSC Dance. 6:30-10:30 p.m., at the creations. 703-323-0880 or holiday-themed, pseudo-auto- at 2 p.m. Tickets are $29, $24 $50. Elks Lodge, 8421 Arlington Blvd., www.jccnvarts.org. Fairfax. Beginner lessons at 7:30 p.m. biographical, one-woman show for JCCNV members and for ONGOING inspired by Patrick Stewart’s A seniors (65+), and $19 for stu- TUESDAY/DEC. 10 and a buffet dinner preceding from First Fridays at the Clifton Art 6:45-8 p.m.; cash bar available. No Laura Black Murphy Book Signing Christmas Carol, co-written dents and for groups of 10 or Guild. 6-9 p.m. at Clifton Wine partners needed. $4; $5 additional Event. 4-8 p.m. Barnes & Noble, Shop, 7145 C Main St.,Clifton. Enjoy for buffet dinner. www.nvshag.org. and directed by Michael more. Performances will be 12193 Fair Lakes, Promenade Drive, a wine tasting and mix and mingle Schiralli. Performed during the held at the JCCNV, 8900 Little Fairfax. Murphy, a resident of Fairfax with the Art Guild of Clifton artists. SATURDAY/FEB. 22 Station, Va., will be available to sign holidays in NYC in 2011 and River Turnpike, Fairfax. Perfor- 703-830-1480 or Jeffrey Siegel, “The Power and copies of her book, “My Little www.artguildofclifton.org/. Passion of Beethoven.” 8 p.m., 2012, the JCCNV performances mances are most enjoyed by Messenger.” will be her first performances ages 13+. For more informa- Saturday Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-1 Hylton Performing Arts Center, FRIDAY/DEC. 13 p.m., at the parking lot at the 10960 George Mason Circle, “on the road.” Jackie Hoffman tion about the JCCNV Perform- intersection of West and Main Streets Manassas. The acclaimed pianist One Night Stands. 8 p.m. Workhouse behind Wells Fargo Bank in Fairfax. performs Beethoven’s “Rage Over a recently starred as Grandma in ing Arts Series, visit Arts, 9601 Ox Road, Lorton. In Every Saturday there is fresh Lost Penny,” “Sonata Pathétique,” The Addams Family. Her other www.jccnvarts.org or call the concert, one night only, featuring produce, goods and wares at the and “Farewell Sonata” as part of his solo cabaret performers from the DC Broadway credits include JCCNV box office at 703-537- market. [email protected] Keyboard Conversation series. $20- area. Two performers each night, or www.FairfaxSaturdayMarket.com. $38, Mason ID permits 1 free ticket Xanadu and Hairspray (for 3000. each performing a solo 45 minute Sunday Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 on Feb. 11, 2014. HyltonCenter.org. set. Tickets: $15-25.

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THURSDAY/DEC. 5 Annual Holiday Tunes for the Standing: Young at Heart. 7 p.m. W.T. Woodson High School Gymnasium, Ethan Phillips 9525 Main Street, Fairfax. Tickets: as Peter, $3 per person. Questions: 703-764- seated, from 5820 left: Stephanie Photo by Marinova as FRIDAY/DEC. 6 Li’l, Amanda Virginia Opera Presents: The Ranowsky as Magic Flute. 8 p.m. GMU Center Chip Gertzog for the Arts, 4400 University Drive, Mrs. Cratchit, Fairfax. Tickets: $44-$86. http:// and Ariana cfa.gmu.edu/ Women of Faith Christmas Colligan as Simulcast. 8-10:30 p.m. Messiah Martha in United Methodist Church, 6215

rehearsal for /Providence Players Rolling Road, Springfield. Featured inspiring speakers include Max the Providence Lucado, Sheila Walsh, Rick Warren, Players family Lisa Harper and the guest spiritual holiday pro- singer is Francesca Battistelli. Tickets $5. Contact: Jo-Ann Scichilone at duction of “A [email protected] or 703- Christmas 569-8230. Carol.” COMMUNITIES SATURDAY/DEC. 7 Plantation Christmas. 2-7 p.m. Providence Players to Present OF WORSHIP Gunston Hall, 10709 Gunston Road, Lorton. Ride in a horse-drawn carriage, sip warm cider by the fire, ‘A Christmas Carol’ Anglican and sample period food prepared in The Providence Players and The Young Hearts present “A Christ- Church of the Apostles…703-591-1974 Jubilee the hearth kitchen. $15 adults; $5 Truro Episcopal...703-273-1300 Christian Center children. 703-550-9220. mas Carol” at James Lee Community Center Theater, 2855 Assembly of God City of Fairfax of Lights & Carols. Annandale Road, Falls Church. Performances: Dec. 6-15, 2013. Jubilee Christian Center… A Caring & Spirit-Filled Church 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Old Town Fairfax, Tickets: $17. Call 703-425-6782 or visit 703-383-1170 December 15 Fairfax Assembly of God… Children’s Musical 3999 University Drive, Fairfax. Enjoy www.providenceplayers.org. Note: Half of all net proceeds will “Camel Lot” and Adult Choir live holiday music, hot cider, smores 703-591-4284 presentation, 11 am. by the Yule log, caroling and lighting benefit The Young Hearts Foundation, dedicated to improving Way of Faith Assembly of God… Holiday Reception follows. of the Christmas tree in the winter the lives of young people affected by long-term illness. 703-573-7221 December 24 wonderland. http:// Baptist Christmas Eve gathering, 8 pm www.fairfaxva.gov Braddock Missionary ... 703-830-4125 December 31 Historic Clifton Candlelight Home Calvary Hill…703-323-1347 International Food Feast and family activities, 6-10 pm Tour. 4-7 p.m. Historic District, vendors will be offering a wonderful Loisdale Court, Springfield. Annual Fairfax Baptist…703-273-1820 Clifton. Five homes trimmed for the selection of jewelry, toys, handbags banquet of the Lee District Fairfax Circle…703-573-7372 4650 SHIRLEY GATE ROAD, FAIRFAX holidays, two churches and and purses, home decor, kitchen Association of Civic Organizations Greater Little Zion…703-764-9111 BILL FRASNELLI, LEAD PASTOR community hall will be open for ware, skin care, Christmas (LDACO). $55 per person. Iglesia Bautista La Gran Comiscica... 703-383-1170 touring in the historic district. decorations and much more. 703-323-5858 VISIT OUR WEB SITE: WWW.JCCAG.ORG Tickets: $20. http://clifton-va.com/ Judah Praise Fellowship Christian...703-758-1456 Non-Denominational Art Guild of Clifton Holiday Art SATURDAY/DEC. 14 Northern Virginia Primitive Baptist...703-255-0637 SUNDAY/DEC. 8 Fair Oaks...703-631-1112 Exhibit and Sale. 4-9 p.m. Clifton 4th Annual Santa’s Secret Buddhist Fairfax Church of Christ..703-631-2100 Town Hall Meeting, 12641 Chapel Family Advent Celebration. 5-6 Workshop. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Burke Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center... 703-774-9692 Fairfax Community Church...703-323-0110 Road, Clifton. Enjoy original art, p.m. Burke United Methodist Church, United Methodist Church, 6200 Bible Sovereign Grace Church...703-691-0600 jewelry, fiber arts, pottery, and 6200 Burke Centre Parkway, Burke. Burke Center Parkway, Burke. 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/The Connection “ here was Black Friday, and Tthat’s great for small busi- nesses,” said Braddock District supervisor John C. Cook. But, he continued, “This makes it a really nice day to celebrate small, independent businesses where you Supervisor John C. Cook (R- Braddock) stands outside get a different shopping experi- Cupcakes Actually in Fairfax Corner after supporting ence, an alternative to going to the the “cupcakery” on Small Business Saturday. malls.” Cook was on hand to open the to support independently owned small business. store and kick off the Fairfax Cor- stores with discounts and special To sweeten the deal in Fairfax ner outdoor shopping center Small in-store events. SBS was started in Corner, ten other small businesses Business Saturday event, where 2010 by American Express as a partnered with Cupcakes Actually merchants encouraged shoppers nationwide promotion to energize See Supervisor, Page 15

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14 ❖ Fairfax Connection ❖ December 5-11, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Supervisor Kicks Off Small Business Saturday From Page 14 Woodhouse, her sister and other gourmet “cupcakery” to offer a partners had a plan in place. free cupcake as a gift with any purchase, all day long. Whether OPENING IN FAIRFAX just a customers walked out with stylish year after the famous Georgetown table lamp from The Nest Egg or a Cupcake, Cupcakes Actually hit handful of Montecristos from Ci- the market right as the mini cake gar Town, they were guaranteed boom was taking off, and became one of Cupcakes Actually’s 60 va- an established business in the com- rieties, such as their bestselling munity. A healthy mix of walk-ins, “Simply Red” red velvet or sinful regulars, corporate events, wed- signature “Actually Dipped” cup- dings and special orders keep the cake innovation. kitchen humming, cranking out roughly 3500 cupcakes — priced AS HE HELPED SERVE up the $3.25-$3.95 each — per week. sugar, Cook applauded the special Business was so good that day and hearkened back to the Woodhouse opened a second lo- small-town values he grew up with cation in Leesburg this past April, and the shop is set to appear on in Delhi, N.Y. At Cupcakes Actually, the Cooking Channel in February “Small businesses tend to cel- owner Susan Woodhouse 2014 in a segment called “Unique ebrate community events,” Cook keeps a recipe list of 60 Sweets.” For Woodhouse, the suc- said. “That’s part of the essence. varieties including red cess obviously supports her liveli- You have the ability to do your velvet, salted caramel and hood, but she also values the own thing. They offer gifts that are pumpkin. special, different, that you can’t shop’s place in the community. find at a number of shops.” Actually in the spring of 2009, a “People are very pro-small busi- When Cupcakes Actually owner major career and geographic shift ness,” she said. “The big retail Susan Woodhouse of Centreville from her previous life working for chains have taken over, but a lot was approached about participat- the court system in Detroit. A life- of people will tell us they like go- ing for the first time, she didn’t long baker, it had also been her ing to support independently have to think twice. “Why would dream to move closer to friends owned shops.” Especially when I?” she said. “It’s a win-win.” and family in northern Virginia. there’s a free gourmet cupcake Woodhouse opened Cupcakes Two years before the move, waiting at the register. Wellbeing From Page 9 light,” she said. “That is our brain’s response to reduced sunlight, which we need very much.” If one feels the warning signs of stress or depression, there are behav- ior modifications that can help ward off both. “Watch the alcohol consumption,” said Gulyn. “Get as much activity and sunlight as pos- sible and try to modify your expectations.” However, Gulyn says that at the top of her list is social support. “Have interactions with other people who can keep you active or give com- fort, advice, fun or joy,” she said. “Exercise is great, meditation is great, but nothing beats spending quality time with friends. Soltes said, “I tell people to put themselves at the top of their Christmas list and give as generously [to] and nurture themselves as they do others in their lives. That could mean having a ‘staycation’ like staying at home in your pajamas and watching your favorite movie on Netflix.” www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ December 5-11, 2013 ❖ 15 Sports Alcorta Wins South Regionals Lake Braddock’s Christen, Kunc advance to nationals.

/The Connection By Jon Roetman The Connection

aroline Alcorta spent most of the

Louise Krafft C VHSL cross coun- try season running on her own, forced to find motiva-

Photo by Photo tion within as she pulled Lake Braddock quarterback Caleb Henderson is wrapped up by Westfield defensive away from the pack. The lineman Timothy Curry. West Springfield senior won the 6A girls’ state champion-

ship on Nov. 15 at Great Photo by Meadow with a meet-record Heartbreaking Playoff Loss time of 17:13, finishing 39 seconds faster than her near- est competitor. Ed Lull Lake Braddock loses 13-point Two weeks later, Alcorta took her act on the road to lead in final six minutes. Charlotte, N.C., for the Foot West Springfield senior Locker Cross Country South Caroline Alcorta, seen By Jon Roetman Regionals. While an in- during the VHSL state meet The Connection creased level of competition on Nov. 15, finished first at closed the gap, Alcorta Foot Locker Cross Country estfield head coach Kyle Simmons found herself in a familiar South Regionals on Nov. 30, stood on the football field at Lake position when she crossed earning a trip to nationals. WBraddock Secondary School and re- the finish line. vealed one of his assistants had spot- Alcorta won the Foot Locker Kunc close behind at 17:16. ted on film a flaw in the opponent’s kicking game, south regional with a time of Christen and Kunc placed sec- creating an opportunity for a block. 16:55 at McAlpine Creek Park ond and third, respectively, at Later, Lake Braddock head coach Jim Poythress on Nov. 30. Alcorta’s top-10 fin- the state meet. stood outside the Bruins’ locker room and said he ish earned her a trip to nation- In the boys’ Foot Locker south made the right decision to attempt a field goal, als on Dec. 14 in San Diego, regional race, Edison senior and though he had considered another option. Calif. 5A boys’ state champion Louis One play didn’t win or lose Saturday’s 6A North Alcorta was the only runner Colson placed fourth with a semifinal contest between the Westfield Bulldogs and to break 17 minutes. Amelia time of 14:50, earning a trip to Lake Braddock Bruins, but it’s safe to say the Bull- Paladino of Morgantown, W.Va., nationals. Marshall senior dogs are still alive because of a single tide-turning (University High School) placed Mackenzie Haight also punched special-teams touchdown. second with a time of 17:04. his ticket to nationals with a Lake Braddock led by 13 points and lined up to Natalie Rathjen of Dallas (High- fifth-place finish (14:51). attempt a 30-yard field goal with less than six min- land Park High School) finished Aaron Templeton of Knox- utes remaining in the fourth quarter. The run-heavy third with a time of 17:06. ville, Tenn., (Hardin Valley Westfield offense had managed just three points and Alcorta improved her time at Academy) won the event with was without its top threat, running back Tyler regionals by 24 seconds. Last a time of 14:36. Thrasher-Walker, who left the game in the second Lake Braddock running back Trevor O’Brien year, she qualified for nation- Nationals will be held Satur- quarter with a leg injury. The Bulldogs had little rea- carries the ball against Westfield in the 6A als by placing eighth at day, Dec. 14 at Morley Field at son to believe they could come back and win. North region semifinals on Nov. 30. McAlpine Creek Park with a Balboa Park in San Diego, Ca- And then junior safety James Gibson returned a time of 17:19. lif. Last year, Alcorta finished blocked field goal 92 yards for a touchdown. and played hard and never gave up and I think that’s “Last year it was more about 16th at nationals, one place shy Gibson’s return sparked an improbable Westfield a tribute to them.” … kind of just hanging on with of All-American status. She fin- comeback. Down by six, the Bulldogs got a defen- Thrasher-Walker rushed for 107 yards before leav- the lead pack as long as possible ished with a time of 17:56.3. sive stop, scored the tying touchdown, kicked the ing the game with a leg injury in the second quarter. until I feel off,” Alcorta said. Megan Curham of Villa Walsh go-ahead extra point — thanks in part to a Lake Gray finished with 164 yards on the ground and a “This year … I knew I had to Academy (Morristown, N.J.) Braddock penalty — and sacked Bruins quarterback touchdown. do a lot of the work myself in- grabbed the final All-American Caleb Henderson for a safety on the game’s final play Lake Braddock quarterback Caleb Henderson com- stead of hanging on. … It re- spot with a time of 17:56. to pull out a 19-16 victory on Nov. 30. pleted 12 of 17 passes for 140 yards. He also rushed ally helps not worrying about “It would have been worse,” for 41 yards and a touchdown. what other people are going to Alcorta said, “if I had been a Westfield will face Centreville for the 6A North title “[H]igh school football is over,” Henderson said. do.” senior and I didn’t have another on Saturday, Dec. 7. The winner advances to the state “I’m going to miss it terribly.” Lake Braddock seniors shot at it.” championship game. Lake Braddock running back Trevor O’Brien car- Hannah Christen and Katy Kunc Alcorta has her sights set on “It’s like the football gods were against us,” ried 17 times for 74 yards and a touchdown. Vince qualified for nationals by finish- a top-15 finish this weekend. Poythress said. “The best team doesn’t always win. I Sica caught five passes for 103 yards. ing fifth and sixth, respectively. “That,” Alcorta said, “would think that we were the best team, I felt like — I still Lake Braddock finished the season 12-1 and won Christen finished in 17:15, with be really nifty.” feel that way. But they stuck with their game plan its fifth consecutive district championship.

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Clifton $574,900 Lenah Run $674,900 Beautiful all brick home on 1.38 acre private lot in enclave of 9 Beautiful NV Kingsmill model * 2 story foyer * wood floors * expansive custom homes near historic Clifton * 4 bedrms * 3 full baths * Sold in Springfield in 8 Days! Many realize it is a great time to buy a home. gourmet kitchen * morning room opens to deck overlooking .48 acre lot wood floors on main level * 2 fpls * updated kitchen * large fam- It is also an opportune time to sell your house. * 3 finished levels * 4 bdrms * 4.5 baths * 3 car side load garage * ily room * attached 2 car garage * deck overlooking back yard. Beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 Level Townhouse Call me today and let me give you a hand in Call Judy for details 703-503-1885. Call Judy 703-503-1885 With Loft. Many Updates. taking advantage of this market.

Come to the HEART Sheila Adams of Real Estate, since 1980 JON SAMPSON Proudly Serving Northern VA 703-503-1895 KAY HART, CRS, GRI [email protected] Life Member, NVAR Multi–Million Associate Broker Dollar Sales Club Life Member NVAR Top Producer jonsampsonrealtor.com [email protected] Life Member, 703-503-1860 703-307-4357 NVAR TOP PRODUCERS Chantilly Now is the time to start planning for $524,900 your Real Estate move in 2014. Exceptional Act while the mortgage Property: Be ready, not rushed. Gorgeous 4 BR + Getting your home ready for an early spring sale or rates remain low and SOLD Loft Colonial in preparing your finances for a purchase in 2014? desirable December is the right time to begin. before prices rise! Brookfield Woods. This front porch Here is an excellent idea! beauty offers HW Call Kay Hart at 703-503-1860 or email I will help you through floors in Foyer/LR/DR. Updated kitchen w/sunny Breakfast [email protected] Room, FR w/Floor to Ceiling Brick FP, French Doors step you out to two tier Deck, perfect for entertaining. Unfinished LL for an initial appointment now the process. waiting to be finished, roughed in Plumbing, plus walk-up “Seasons Greetings” stairs to back yard. Call Sheila Adams 703-425-1895.

Mary Hovland BARBARA NOWAK Richard Esposito ELLIE WESTER 703-946-1775 & GERRY STAUDTE 703-503-1880 Cathy DeLoach “My Virginia Home Team” 703-503-4035 L&F Founder’s Club 703-473-1803, 703-309-8948 Lifetime NVAR Top Producer [email protected] Life Member, NVAR Million 571-276-9421 [email protected] Your REALTORS* Service is the difference I provide Dollar Sales Club Next Door www.MyVirginiaHomeTeam.com [email protected] Burke Mid $200s Centreville COMING $357,000 SOON! This brick front Entry level town home has 4 2BR/2BA plus BRs, 3.5 BAs, 3 den Condo in finished levels. sought-after Lower level has Burke Cove in fireplace and heart of Burke walkout. New Centre. Burke $2,000 carpeting, freshly Herndon $254,900 Beautifully Short Term Rental painted. Updated 3rd floor condo with almost 1000 sq. feet finished space. updated with benefit of main level entry, yet balcony views This 3 BR, 2 BA 1st floor Condo in Burke Cove is fully fur- Amazing! Hardwood floors in the living and dining room areas, upgraded kitchen, of Lake Barton. Close to Metro bus, VRE, shopping & res- nished including linens, dishes, small appliances, utilities & washer and dryer in unit. Walk to pool, weight room and club room. taurants. A must see! washer/dryer. Minimum 3 month lease. Agent Owner. Minutes to Park and Ride on Monroe Street. New Metro coming in 2018. Access the Realtors’ Multiple Listing Service: www.searchvirginia.listingbook.com

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