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online at potomacalmanac.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.comJune 18-25, 2014 Potomac Almanac ❖ June 18-24, 2014 ❖ 1 News Behnke Nurseries To Close Up Shop in Potomac Business moving back to its Beltsville garden center.
By Carole Funger The Almanac
fter 16 years in Potomac, the family-owned Behnke Nurser- Aies, located at 9545 River Road, is pulling up stakes and mov- ing back to its flagship garden center in Beltsville. The nurseries will remain open through the Fourth of July weekend. In the words of Stephanie Behnke Fleming, grand- Photo by Carole Funger/The Almanac daughter of the founders and the last fam- Behnkes ily member still working in the business, “We are going home.” by Fleming’s grandparents, Albert and work in a given area and what will pose to show them a wide range of plant options Leaving the area was a hard decision. The Rose Behnke, who emigrated from Ger- more of a challenge. He’s great with begin- and broker agreements. You could say that I Behnkes acquired the property back in 1998 many. They established their business on ning gardeners and is known for being able help resolve plant disputes.” from a former nursery. Over the following old-fashioned principles centered around to bring order to chaos among the thou- One of Taylor’s favorite jobs is playing plant years, the nurseries transformed the 6-acre knowledgeable staff and education in sands of plant varieties available for sale. detective. Customers often come to Behnkes property into one of the area’s premier gar- plant care. Today, Behnkes is a customer Said Taylor, “If you put yourself in Bill’s seeking a particular flower or plant with den centers. With its focus on building friendly, employee-focused company offer- hands, you’re likely to have a beautiful yard which they have fallen in love. “They’ll say, strong customer relations, nurturing staff ing a variety of plants and landscape ma- year after year.” ‘It’s a green plant with pink flowers,’” he said. loyalty and creating a welcoming store at- terials as well as a broad selection of Orion Taylor, current manager of the Gar- “I enjoy the challenge of trying to figure out mosphere, Behnkes attracted customers and classes on such diverse topics as native den Shop, came to Behnkes in 1987. Like what they’re talking about. When I finally employees who have remained loyal for plants, orchid repotting, controlling pests, Mann, he has worked in almost every de- figure it out, I am positively elated. It’s re- decades. “Our employees are all so wonder- and designing with containers. Its employ- partment. His focus in the shop is on the ally just a matter of eliminating all the pos- ful and dedicated,” said Fleming. “Every- ees and customers have remained loyal for green industry. “It’s all about going back to sibilities.” body has such good hearts here and we have decades. “We have a wonderful group of being green,” he said. “We are trying to re- Three winters ago, during a period of worked so hard over the years to make people,” said Fleming. “In fact, many of ally assess our product line and to evaluate heavy snow, Taylor and the store manager Behnkes what it is today. We are devastated our customers end up working for us,” she what we offer to assure that it will be safe at the time, Alex Denker, now horticuluralist to be leaving.” said. for the Bay and for the environment.” He for the National Air and Space Museum, rode Whitestar Property Management, to Bill Mann, current manager of the Gar- added, “We use recycled materials and have out a storm in the nursery. “We were basi- which Behnkes sold the property in 2006, den Center, has worked for Behnkes for a pretty broad selection of organic prod- cally snowed in here. The power went down was forced to raise the rent last year. The almost 30 years. “I stopped counting after ucts.” and we had all the plants to protect,” said two parties tried in vain to come up with a 25,” he said. Like many employees, Mann Before managing the shop, Taylor ran the Taylor. He spent the day plowing out the mutually beneficial solution to help the worked his way through most depart- woody plant department, where he worked parking lot, then retreated inside to fire up nurseries stay on. In the end, they could not. ments, including the production facility at on integrated pest management (IPM) strat- the generator so it could power a pair of elec- Said Fleming, “Our friends at Whitestar are Largo. He was also a supervisor, woody egies designed to pose the least possible trical heaters to keep the houseplants warm sad to see us go. Unfortunately, we just can’t plant manager and buyer for the shop. hazard to people, property and the environ- through the night. “Every three to four hours afford the rent any more and though we “Overall, I do whatever they ask,” he ment. “We try to find the best post-pest so- one of us would get up to refill the genera- tried hard to come to an agreement, sadly, added with a laugh. lution and if we have to resort to using tor,” he recalled. “One of us slept in a small we could not. In the end, it’s just business.” Mann is an expert on trees, shrubs and chemicals on our plants, we choose the less closet close to the water heater and the other Behnkes Nurseries was founded in 1930 plant care and can tell customers what will offensive oils and pyrethrins (natural or- was just outside the door to the nursery.” ganic compounds derived from chrysanthe- Added Fleming, “This is a weather-based mums) first. They are easier and safer to industry. It can be hard when you have spring use,” he said. after spring of really cold weather. It if rains “We are also particularly concerned about on Mother’s Day, people go the mall instead the collapsing health of bees and other pol- to buy chocolates. We are like farmers that linators,” he added. In concert with the en- have to get up every day to milk the cows. vironmental group, Friends of the Earth, Instead, we get up every day to water the Behnkes has instituted a company policy plants.” regarding the sale of neonicotinoid-contain- After a period of decline in the gardening ing insecticides at the nurseries, pledging industry, Fleming sees the business coming to end use of any chemical that will harm back strong. “These days we are really ex- bees. “We wrote to our vendors and asked cited because we’re seeing a lot of young them to let us know when they also stopped families come out,” said Fleming. “All of a using these products so we could alert our sudden gardening and finding the joy of get- customers as to which plants are free of ting out there and getting dirty is becoming these substances,” he said. popular again.” Behnkes is witnessing a In addition to focusing on green recycling resurging interest in edibles, vegetable gar- and organic products, Taylor enjoys his dens and fruit trees in particular. “People many roles at the nursery. As an unofficial want to grow their own food. It’s a thrill to “plant counselor,” he regularly attends to see if they can do it,” she said. couples and families who come in with no To meet the growing demand, Behnkes has real experience with plant or landscape cul- created a wide range of low-cost activities ture. “They often lack consensus on what geared toward families and kids to expose Photo Contributed they’d like to purchase,” he said. “I am able them to the wonders of the garden. “We try Rose Behnke at Sylvan Lake Lodge in 1962 See Behnke's Page 5
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Walt Whitman SGA presi- dent Jorge Richardson prepares to lead his classmates into the hall for the commence- ment exer- Beatriz Atsavapranee, Kamilla Beisenova and cises. Emily Baker take their places in line for the Drew Aherne, Abaar Ahmad and Fionn Adamian processional. watch as Michael Adelson poses for a selfie. Farewell to Walt Whitman High School
Kouroush Ashtary-Yazdi is con- gratulated by a friend before joining his classmates.
The Walt Whitman Symphonic Orchestra directed by Terry Alvey performs “America the Beautiful” followed by The Walt Whitman Alma Mater. The graduation ceremonies were held on June 11 at D.A.R. Constitution Hall.
Members of the Walt Whitman Women’s Choir, Catherine Trant, Sophia Glazer, Lila Hobby and Erin Craig.
Family and friends of the graduates stand, applaud and Aliza Wolfe and Ryan Savage, take photos as the members of the Class of 2014, Senior class advisor Todd Michaels calls for the Class of 2014 were both chosen to address their attention in the wings as he relays one last time the proceeds into the classmates at the graduation procedure for the processional into Constitution Hall. ceremony. Hall. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Potomac Almanac ❖ June 18-24, 2014 ❖ 3 News
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Park service helicopter searches over Great Falls on Sunday, June 15 before the search for the possibly missing kayaker was called off. Kayaker Safe at Home
pparently unaware of a three-day down near the Anglers Inn boat ramp in Asearch effort, a kayaker made his Potomac. way home safely after capsizing in Rescue crews including boats, helicopters his kayak near Great Falls. and a ground effort searched Friday, Satur- Search managers with the Montgomery day and Sunday morning for the presumed County Police Department sought the missing kayaker. Police released a photo of public’s assistance in identifying the owner the kayak and other equipment found in the of a kayak found on the Potomac River south river. of Great Falls on Friday, June 13. On Sunday, the kayaker was identified A multi-jurisdictional search for a kayaker through others who recognized the equip- believed to be in distress began at approxi- ment. After speaking to him, police deter- mately 1:45 p.m. on Friday, June 13, when mined that the kayaker had experienced witnesses in the area of the Observation trouble in the water Friday afternoon and Deck at Great Falls near the Virginia shore was able to swim to shore, leaving the boat reported seeing a white male in a red kayak in the water. with a white paddle. Some time later, a “He did not realize that his boat had been kayaker down river located a red kayak and recovered and that he was the subject of a white paddle, the kayak floating upside search,” police said.
Photo courtesy of Pete Piringer, MCFR, via twitter
MCFRS Battalion Chief 2, Kent Mallalieu, operates Unified Command Post near river’s edge at Old Angler’s Inn boat ramp as part of a three- day search that included dozens of staff, plus boats and helicopters.
4 ❖ Potomac Almanac ❖ June 18-24, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Behnke Nurseries To Close Up Shop in Potomac From Page 2 to make it so the kids will have memories of growing up to a naturalistic kind of feel and it seems to have worked with Behnkes,” said Fleming. “We are showing people that out well,” she said. Three assistants have worked with her even if they’re in an apartment with only a balcony they for years, creating arrangements out of flowers obtained can put out a pot of tomatoes and see things grow.” from all over the world, including Africa, Israel and Aus- tralia. INTRODUCING PEOPLE to the wonders of garden- Like Taylor, she has toughed out a number of storms ing and creating memories is one of the many Behnke over the years in order to assure the safety of her flowers family legacies. It all began with violets and the first la- and plants. “I’ve stayed here through several weather situ- dies back in 1930 when ations over the Albert and Rose first es- years,” she said. “It is tablished the nursery. safer for the plants Rose started a tradition “I have always been drawn to a and it helps assure I in which she welcomed get here the next every first lady to the naturalistic kind of feel and it seems day.” Kinville, who White House with a gift to have worked out well.” lives in Virginia, will of violets. not be following “My grandmother — Evelyn Kinville many of the employ- came from Germany and ees to Beltsville. she wanted to welcome all of the first ladies to the White “That’s a bit long of a commute,” she said. For now, as she House,” said Fleming. “We still have all their hand-writ- packs up her shop, she is focused on telling her customers ten thank-you notes, including one from Bessie Truman, the news and making sure they are taken care of. “When I in which she writes about packing up the violets and tak- knew for sure the news was official, I went through a long ing them on the train with her to their summer house. list of names of customers and called many of them per- “All of this may seem surprising, but back then we were sonally to thank them for their business.” the only Garden Center in town,” she added. True to its founding principles, this family owned busi- Evelyn Kinville has been the resident Behnkes florist ness still cares deeply for its customers, even as it moves for 13 years. Her shop, located in a tiny peaked roof build- back to Beltsville. ing adjacent to the nursery, is a throwback to old times For more about Behnkes, its sales and upcoming events with its wood-framed greenhouse and arched windows at the Beltsville store, including “Gardeners Night Out,” Photo Contributed and fresh flowers in tin buckets. “I have always been drawn now in its fourth year, go to www.behnkes.com. Letter to Rose Behnke from Bessie Truman
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POTOMAC liner. Berliner also has committed to oppose I wasn’t going back. Brickyard Coalition the use of the Brickyard site for a bus depot Phil Andrews isn’t taking donations from any ALMANAC and he is working with the Coalition to find developers, PACs or Unions. Why? To dissuade www.PotomacAlmanac.com Endorsements the best future use for the Brickyard site. He any possibilities of clouded judgment. To do Newspaper of Potomac To the Editor: also worked for and voted to preserve Ten Mile his utmost towards good governance. This A Connection Newspaper After a two-year battle with the County Ex- Creek and our future drinking water. doesn’t mean that he’s against business; rather,
An independent, locally owned weekly ecutive, the Brickyard school site is back in At-Large Board of Education- Jill it means fair opportunity for all businesses. newspaper delivered the hands of the Board of Education. Now the Ortman-Fouse. Jill has been endorsed by If we find many people suggesting a vote for to homes and businesses. Board of Education and the county are con- both the Washington Post and the Gazette, and one candidate as “the lesser of two evils,” while 1606 King Street sidering using this site as a location for a new would be a strong independent voice on the at same time speaking well of third candidate, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 school bus depot that could house approxi- Board of Education. but they feel he “won’t win.” May I suggest the mately 400 school buses which would jam our For more information or to print out a copy following: If we all vote who we believe would Free digital edition delivered to your email box. Go to local roads — especially Falls, River and of the Brickyard Ballot, please go to our website be the best of these three candidates, then Phil connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe MacArthur Boulevard. This is a very bad idea www.brickyardcoaliton.org. The Coalition Andrews will be our next County Executive - as the location of a bus depot at the Brickyard members realize how critically important voter hands down. PUBLISHER site would cause traffic gridlock in our com- turnout is in this election primary and encour- Phil Andrews represents the type of open, Mary Kimm munity. age everyone to vote on June 24. The election accountable and fiscally responsible govern- [email protected] @MaryKimm The Brickyard Coalition, a community civic will be decided by the primary in most cases. ment that I want to be a part of. Key to all organization representing the interests of nu- In the general election, we will select four elected officials is to work with them as a com- EDITORIAL merous community groups and over 2,000 citi- members of the Board of Education. munity — to know that your voice matters. We PHONE: 703-778-9415 E-MAIL: zens and voters in Montgomery County has all know that our voices matter to Phil — after [email protected] selected candidates it is endorsing in the up- Brickyard Coalition Inc. Directors — Curt all, he can’t seem to get enough of them, and coming June 24 primary election. The “Brick- Uhre, Maria Fusco, Keith Williams, Ted so he’s knocking on our doors. As activists, EDITOR Steven Mauren, 703-752-4013 yard Ballot” endorsements were made after Duncan, Susan Shallcross Rufkahr, parents, leaders, we must vote for the change [email protected] extensive evaluation of the candidates and re- Charles Doran and John Phillips we want — we must be the change we want to sponses to questionnaires. see. SPORTS EDITOR Jon Roetman, The Brickyard Ballot recommends the fol- And, here are some other candidates I sup- 703-224-3015 lowing candidates. A brief explanation as to Best Choice for ported with my primary election vote: [email protected] @jonroetman why we are supporting the candidates is in- Board of Ed: Jill Ortman-Fouse cluded but more information is available at County Executive At-Large, County Council: Beth Daly and CONTRIBUTING WRITERS our website www.brickyardcoaliton.org. To the Editor: Marc Elrich. Susan Belford, Carole Dell, Cissy Finley Grant, Carole Funger, Governor Doug Gansler and Lt. Gov- Many may recognize me through my dedi- Dist. 1, County Council: Roger Berliner Colleen Healy, Kenny Lourie, ernor Jolene Ivey: Gansler lives in Mont- cation to the Brickyard Coalition, which re- Attoney General: Brian Frosh (dedicated, all Ken Moore gomery County and knows and understands cently fought a battle for process; and we won. around good) Contributing our issues. We believe he would be a real as- Connection noted, many may be surprised to Delegate: Aruna Miller (a definite fave), Photographers set to our community as Governor. learn that I have voted for Phil Andrews as our Marc Korman Harvey Levine, Deborah Stevens Attorney General-Brian Frosh: Cur- new County Executive, while the Brickyard Md. Senate: Brian Feldman and Susan Lee Art/Design: rently our state senator from District 16, Frosh Coalition has endorsed Doug Duncan. The Brickyard battle changed my life forever. Laurence Foong, John Heinly has proven good judgment on matters affect- Phil Andrew’s platform of strengthened ac- Look to the recent Virginia election: Our Production Manager Geovani Flores ing our community and our state. He has been countability and fiscal responsibility is what we votes equal our voice equal our power. Use your our friend as a State Senator and he would be need in our county. power: Vote. Special Assistant to a great Attorney General. I learned a lot in our battle for process. Know- Maria Fusco, Potomac the Publisher Jeanne Theismann District 15 State Senator: Brian J. ing what I do now, it would be surprising for Brickyard Coalition 703-778-9436 Feldman and District 15 Delegates me to vote for any other County Executive can- WeAreMoCo.org [email protected] Kathleen Dumais, David Fraser- didate. This primary has consequences as im- @TheismannMedia Hidalgo, and Aruna Miller. All members portant as a presidential election for Montgom- Working To Ease of the District 15 delegation have been ex- ery County (and will likely be felt more). ADVERTISING tremely helpful to the Coalition and were lead- The Brickyard Coalition makes decisions For advertising information Intersection Back-up ers in securing the letters from legislators to based on what they/we feel is best for our com- e-mail: The following letter was addressed to Allen Cohen who [email protected] the County Executive and Board of Education. munity. We are a group of neighbors trying to wrote “Tuckerman Light: Enough Is Enough,” letter, ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Keeps this great team working for you. ensure that our larger community will have the Potomac Almanac, June 4. Display Advertising: District 16, Senator: Susan C. Lee and best ability to be heard and considered with I am writing to follow up on our telephone Kenny Lourie 703-778-9425 District 16 Delegates-Bill Frick, Arianna issues that will affect our neighborhood. So, conversation and your subsequent emails to [email protected] Kelly, and Marc Korman. The incumbents, why did the Coalition endorse Doug Duncan Councilmember Berliner and to Arthur Holmes, Andrea Smith 703-778-9411 Lee, Frick and Kelly have worked with the for County Executive? Partial answers: Some director, Department of Transportation regard- Classified Advertising Coalition and all signed the legislative letter on the coalition knew Doug from his past ad- ing delays to northbound Falls Road traffic at [email protected] to the Board of Education. We agree with the ministrations where he helped our community the subject intersection. Debbie Funk Washington Post that Marc Korman would be (i.e.: conservation site close to Brickyard and I have observed the intersection on Friday, National Sales & real Estate a valuable addition to this legislative team. MacArthur; neighborhood infrastructure; June 6 as well as having our traffic manage- 703-778-9444 [email protected] County Executive-Doug Duncan. Doug safety). Add that Duncan was impressive dur- ment aircraft monitor this location during the Duncan has provided strong support for an ing our discussions: Definitively answering our evening peak traffic period. What we have Jerry Vernon Executive Vice President education farm at the Brickyard site to be used concerns and then offering possible suggestions found is that traffic volumes in this area of Falls [email protected] by the children of our county. He has pledged that the community might find amenable, with Road are rising for the evening peak period to seek community input and we appreciate the promise of community inclusion. Doug earlier than we had previously found. In re- Potomac Almanac is published his support in the Ten Mile Creek fight to pre- Duncan seemed savvy in business and politics sponse we have adjusted the timing of the sig- by Local Media Connection LLC serve our future drinking water. without a doubt; and he won the majority sup- nal to begin using its evening peak settings County Council At-Large (votes for port; so, we all agreed to the Brickyard Coali- beginning at 2:30 p.m.. This provides a longer Five Time First Place four): challenger Beth Daly and incum- tion endorsement of County Executive candi- cycle length overall as well as additional green Award-Winner bents Marc Elrich and George Leventhal. date Doug Duncan. signal time to the Falls Road approaches. Our Public Service All have committed to oppose the location of Phil Andrew’s platform of strengthened ac- thought is that by beginning the evening peak MDDC Press Association a bus depot at the Brickyard school site. Both countability and fiscal responsibility is what we program earlier we can stay ahead of the in- Four Time Elrich and Leventhal were very helpful during need in our county. creasing demand. Newspaper of the Year An Award-winning Newspaper the Brickyard fight. We also need a After having gone through almost two years B.C. Mangum in Writing, Photography, Editing, Councilmember from the upcounty with a in court (citizen paid); reading copious Manager, Transportation Systems Graphics and Design fresh perspective and new ideas and we agree amounts of discourse between the incumbent, Engineering with the Gazette that Beth Daly would be a his staff, various county departments and the Division of Traffic Engineering and great addition to our County Council. 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Email announcements to almanac@ individuals in an effort to cover connectionnewspapers.com. Include date, maintenance costs and generate Edward Merry Shebra Jill Ortman- Tom Sheriff time, location, description and contact for revenues. To make a proposal, visit event: phone, email and/or website. Photos www.montgomeryparks.org/permits/ and artwork welcome. Deadline is Thursday park_activity_building_comments.shtm. Amatetti Eisner- Evans Fouse Falcinelli Darren Mark at noon, at least two weeks before event. Red Cross Blood Drive. 1:30- p.m. Montgomery Chapter House, 2020 East As candidate I have been Upon graduation from UNC- Education: West Highway, Silver Spring. Visit for Board of Edu- Heidorn an active edu- Chapel Hill with a B.A. in media Good Counsel Popkin SUPPORT GROUPS redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED cation my top two cation communications, I produced and High School, Merry Eisner- Sheriff Darren M. Popkin was Adult Bereavement Groups. Dates and CROSS to learn more and make an priorities are to: advocate for hosted television programs at net- 1978; University Heidorn, 22-year elected as Montgomery County’s times vary depending on group appointment. 1) finally begin the past six work affiliates on issues of of MD, BA 1982; Montgomery County 61st Sheriff on Nov. 2, 2010. Prior members. Hospice Care, 518 S. Fredrick closing the years serving importance to the community. To Howard Univer- resident and 19-year to his election Popkin spent 12 Ave. Gaithersburg. Peer driven support achievement gap the students of fulfill a desire for direct public ser- sity School of TUESDAY/JUNE 24 Potomac resident, has years as Chief Deputy, directing groups in those in need of support. Free. with common this county in vice, I volunteered for a year with Law, 1985. Mem- Election Day. Montgomery County continuously endeav- the daily operations of the Contact Penny Gladhill at 301-990-8904, sense solutions Amatetti Eisner-Heidorn many capaci- Evans Habitat for Humanity and built Ortman-Fouse ber of Maryland Falcinelli Popkin primary elections. Visit ored to listen to a Sheriff’s Office. During his 27- or [email protected]. that are simple ties. As an homes in Central America and the and Federal Bars www.777vote.org or call 240-777-VOTE. broad cross-section of year law enforcement career, but powerful; and elected officer U.S. I met my husband who was Employment: Workshop on Networking and stakeholders, believing as she did when she was a Popkin rose through the ranks, serving in the Sheriff’s Office 2) bring order and accountability to the bud- with the Montgomery County Council of also a volunteer, and we moved to D.C. We have lived in Silver Dual Career: Police Sergeant, Montgomery ELECTION JUDGES NEEDED Interviewing. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at PTA and PTSA president in the Churchill community, transportation, civil and criminal divisions. get process. PTAs I served as vice president for programs Spring for the last 23 years. I worked on a variety of advocacy County Police, 1985 to present, Sergeant since The Montgomery Board of Elections 12320 Parklawn Drive, Rockville. VP Legislation of MCCPTA and VP Legislation of MD Sheriff Popkin received a B.A. degree in law enforcement Intensive workshop for job-seekers age I can do both because my background com- and vice president for educational issues. issues professionally and as a volunteer over the years, includ- 1997; Attorney, Bay and Falcinelli, Rockville, needs election judges with basic IT and PTA that we are all best served when parents, teach- from the University of Maryland, College Park, and graduated 50 and older by the Jewish Council for bines 15 years experience as an operations These positions allowed me to spend time ing lobbying and education efforts for environmental justice. MD since 1987; retired football official – customer service skills to serve during ers and students come together for the good of from the former Robert E. Peary High School. Popkins’s off- the Aging. $100 includes lunch. auditor and improvement consultant to local learning the needs of the community. In ad- When our first child began kindergarten, I turned my advocacy worked all levels to include Arena, NCAA and the June 24 primary and Nov. 4 general education. Eisner-Heidorn augmented her advocacy duty passion has included coaching boys’ and girls’ softball and Registration required. Contact Ellen governments, with seven years experience as dition I represented the Wheaton Cluster for efforts toward the schools. Our son is now in 7th grade, and our ended with NFL; currently Director of Officials elections. The board is in particular need experience with three years work experience as a leg- basketball teams in local leagues and national tournaments. Greenberg at 301-255-4215 or a classroom teacher in Montgomery County, many years and am intimately familiar with daughter is in 9th grade. I want to serve on the board to en- for the IFL (Indoor Football League), a nation- of judges who are bilingual in Spanish islative aide in Annapolis, providing legislative He was an active basketball player in the Montgomery County [email protected]. Prince George’s County, and D.C. I know by the challenges facing our schools with serv- sure that we are using our resources to best meet the needs of wide indoor football league. http:// and English and those who are research and constituent service support to two del- adult athletic league. personal experience what makes a successful ing populations with high rates of poverty all our students; and that the voices of the parents, educators www.goifl.com/about-the-ifl/ifl-staff registered as Republican or not egates in the Maryland General Assembly. Currently, A family man and life-long county resident, Popkin lives in affiliated. Part-time and full-time classroom. I also understand budgets and how and a growing population of students for and the community are informing the policy of our large and To answer your question as to why my MONDAY/JUNE 30 Eisner-Heidorn is serving as legislative director of Olney with his wife and their three children. Their son attends positions are available, and training is government agencies can run more effectively. whom English is not their first language. growing school system. candidacy matters to Potomac resi- Start School Later both nationally and in Montgom- Montgomery County Public Schools, and their daughters are provided. To apply or for more Red Cross Blood Drive. 2-7:30 p.m. The As an operations auditor and consultant, I My experience and leadership with the dents? Chateau, 9727 Mt Pisgah Road, Silver ery County, working to affect change both in our recent college graduates. information, call the Board of Elections helped cities and counties as big as Cleveland, local and county PTAs have enabled me to What does my candidacy mean to voters? One reason only: To return Montgomery Spring. Visit redcrossblood.org or call 1- local school system as well as to pass legislation in Sheriff Popkin has extensive involvement in major law en- at 240-777-8533 or visit Providence, and Contras Costa County, as well build strategic alliances that are critically As a longtime school and community activist in Montgomery County Police officers to your Potomac neigh- 800-RED CROSS to learn more and Maryland and other states. She also serves on the forcement policy making and professional organizations www.777vote.org. as dozens of regulated utilities improve their important in moving MCPS forward in edu- County, I will bring an independent voice to the Board of Edu- borhoods during the overnight hours, rather make an appointment. MCPS Math Assessment Work Group, examining fail- including: President and Board of Directors member, Maryland operations and service to their customers. cating students. My priorities will be to cation. My priorities are building a more responsive, than forcing them to perform the duties of the ure rates on exams in the county, and continuing the Sheriffs’ Association; Past Chair and current board member, As a teacher, I accepted assignments in the continue engaging the community to make accountable and transparent school system, attacking the grow- Sheriff’s Department. Do you really care who SCHOOL IMMUNIZATIONS work she began when she participated in the Math Montgomery County Criminal Justice Coordinating Commis- TUESDAY/JULY 1 most challenging schools in suburban Mary- a difference in the academic success of stu- ing achievement/engagement gap with proven strategies, and the Sheriff is? The answer is probably “Not re- Work Group and served on the Assessment Team. sion; Member, National Sheriffs’ Association; Member, There are new school immunization land. I consistently had among the highest dents. I believe we can strengthen our supporting whole child learning. ally. What do the Deputies do, anyway?” requirements for the 2014-2015 Increased Bus Fare. The County Council Merry Eisner-Heidorn believes that we are fortu- International Association of Chiefs of Police; Member, Frater- performing classes, and I never had to lower school system by creating more opportuni- Over the past 10 years I have served as a PTA president, Although there are many reasons I should be school year for students entering approved an increased fare to ride the nate to have one of the best school systems in the nal Order of Police; Member, Montgomery County Deputy bus making it $1.75 without and $1.25 standards or expectations in my diverse stu- ties for career education beginning in MCCPTA delegate, MCPS Parent Advisory Council member, elected, I will provide one monstrous reason for kindergarten and seventh grade. U.S. However, significant gaps remain, and we have Sheriff’s Association; Special Deputy, U. S. Marshal’s Service; with a SmarTrip card. Transfers remain dent populations. I was a content-driven middle school to provide students with op- YMCA advisory board member, and neighborhood association Potomac residents to be concerned with who Students who do not show proof of the a host of issues that need addressing (math assess- Graduate, FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Semi- free. Visit montgomerycountymd.gov. science teacher, who helped students to mas- tions such as being assigned a career president. I have seen just how wonderfully talented, intelligent operates the Sheriff’s Department. required immunizations will be excluded ment failure rates, the elementary school report card, nar (LEEDS); Board of Directors, Montgomery Hospice. ter materials and concepts beyond the required mentor. Students would get access to real and resourceful the residents of our county are — many of them I have been a midnight supervisor in the from attending school. Students entering ensuring gifted and talented students opportunities The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, established in curriculum. In other words, I closed the life experiences and exposure to the work eager to help with our schools — and I know from experience Rockville/Potomac area since 1997. Since then, kindergarten must have two varicella TUESDAY/JULY 8 for placement within the new curriculum, shifting 1777, has a diverse workforce of 148 sworn law enforcement achievement gap in my classroom every year. environment prior to graduation and hope- that working with our knowledgeable residents and their local your county police officers have been taken out vaccinations. Students entering seventh the focus from litigation to collaboration when ad- officers and 29 civilians providing a wide range of judicial, law Advisory Committee Meeting. 8 a.m. I also observed other teachers and schools fully think about their skills and their communities makes far more sense than keeping them out. I am of your Potomac neighborhoods at night, to grade must have one Tdap (tetanus- dressing the needs of our special education students, enforcement, and domestic violence intervention services for diphtheria-attenuated pertussis) and one North Bethesda Conference Center, throughout the U.S. that succeeded in closing passions and how to build upon that under- a collaborator and relationship builder at heart, and when it conduct routine transport (taxi) service for pris- etc.) Eisner-Heidorn has identified three key focus almost one million Montgomery County residents. meningococcal (MCV4) vaccination Cabin John Room, 5701 Marinelli Road, the achievement gap. It can be done, but not standing to follow their dreams. comes to a large school system that can have such a powerful oners between the Rockville Jail, Clarksburg areas for improvement – and believes that if the Sheriff Popkin has assigned deputies to participate in the before beginning seventh grade. A Rockville. Presentation on rebranding with top-down approaches such as No Child Work to close the achievement gap. Con- impact on all residents — a school system that consumes about Jail, and Shady Grove Hospital. In addition, the zone between Rockville and Board of Education works to enhance their perfor- U.S. Marshals Service, Capitol Area Regional Fugitive Task vaccination clinic for eligible children Left Behind, “teaching to the test,” or with new tinue expanding our community half, or $2.3 billion, of our county tax dollars — I think it’s criti- your county police officers must guard all pris- Bethesda. Help come up with a name. mance in these areas, our issues stand a better Force, to enhance the Sheriff’s Office ability to apprehend fu- will be held Saturday, Aug. 23, 11 a.m.-2 curriculum fads. Improvement can only come partnerships in support of our schools and cal that parents and all community members be brought into oners in the hospital in excess of one, as the Visit www.whiteflint.org/ai1ec_event/ chance of being resolved in a manner that works for gitives that have fled from Montgomery County. p.m., at Montgomery County Public through what these teachers and schools suc- students with families, community mem- the policy and decision-making processes. Deputies will only guard one prisoner. Potomac white-flint-downtown-advisory- all of the county’s stakeholders. These three focus In cooperation with the Montgomery County Police and Schools’ Carver Educational ceeded in doing. bers, the county government, and public Unfortunately that has not always been the case, as the resi- officers are assigned this task because the committee-meeting/?instance_id=137. are: Montgomery County Schools, Popkin recently initiated Center, 850 Hungerford Drive, My priorities are: and private partners. I am deeply commit- dents of the Potomac area know all too well. Only a few years Rockville jail is located in one of the Potomac ❖ Time: Every teacher talks about the time crunch. Sheriff’s Office participation in the School Resource Officer Rockville. Appointments are required ACHIEVEMENT GAP/EDUCATIONAL ted to equity and excellence and was back, an organic farmer working on a school-leased plot on police beats, Baker One. If the citizens were Bethesda Downtown Plan. What does One of the first areas to take a hit when budgets were Program, by assigning a deputy sheriff on a full time basis to and can be made online at QUALITY honored to be selected as a co-chair of the Brickyard Road for over 30 years suddenly lost his lease under aware that almost every night, police officers www.montgomerycountymd.gov/ the ideal Bethesda look like? While it cut was planning and collaboration time. As MCPS the Magruder High School campus. The school principal, staff, ❖ Free administrators to utilize their best African American Student Achievement Ac- the watch of the Board of Education. The lease was given to the are stripped out of their neighborhoods in Resident/vaccination.html or by calling develops the Bethesda Downtown Plan, has introduced new curricula over the years, and as students, and parents have been extremely supportive and the county planning department is teachers and reward them accordingly. If they tion Group where I am helping to lead a county for the purpose of a soccer complex without adequate Potomac, leaving these neighborhoods uncov- 311. the system continues to roll out the common core, appreciative of these outreach efforts. asking residents to take a survey on can teach more children, or are better with critical community conversation about the process and in violation of the open meetings act. Hundreds of ered, so that the officers can conduct taxi the MCPS equivalent — C.S. 2.0 — and the new state Popkin played a crucial role in planning an innovative crime what sort of streets, gathering spaces challenged students, give them more of these urgency of closing the achievement gap. In frustrated local citizens turned out at the first meeting to op- service between the aforementioned facilities, assessments, time for teacher planning and collabo- prevention program designed to reduce the incidents of domes- THURSDAY/JUNE 19 and landscaping are best for each of the students and pay them. We want our best addition, I have a degree in economics and pose the plan when it was publicly announced. I congratulate they would care who was running the Sheriff’s ration is critical. tic violence in Montgomery County. He was a member of the Bethesda neighborhoods. Survey results teachers in front of as many students as pos- finance, which will serve me well on the the residents of this community for paying attention and orga- Department. Under the current and past Sher- Application Deadline. The Walk Your ❖ Talk: The Board of Education should be doing initial strategic planning committee responsible for designing will help to inform the department’s sible. school board. In my role with MCCPTA, I nizing. The school system is an integral part of the community, iff regimes, nothing has been done to rectify this Way pedestrian safety program is all that it can to encourage participation from indi- and implementing the interagency Montgomery County Fam- staff as they develop recommendations ❖ Free teachers of unhelpful bureaucratic re- served for two years on the MCPS Operat- and must demonstrate good faith to be a trusted community issue. You can speak to any midnight officer or looking for students to be a part of a vidual parents and diverse parent groups. It should ily Justice Center (FJC) which opened in May 2009 and has photoshoot on June 26. Applicants must for the Bethesda Downtown Plan. This is quirements so they have more time to plan ing Budget Review Workgroup, which has partner. supervisor in the Germantown (where the serve as a representative and advocate for every since provided assistance to more than 6,000 victims of domes- be age 14-18 and attend a Montgomery not a scientific survey; it is for lessons, and to work directly with students and allowed me to gain a deeper understanding I would like to see Brickyard Educational Farm as a center- Clarksburg jail is located) or Rockville police stakeholder involved in the county’s education sys- tic violence. Popkin continues his executive management role County high school. To apply, email information-gathering purposes only. parents. of the development and preparation that piece of experiential learning for MCPS. This type of outdoor districts, to verify this constant drain of police Participate online at www.montgomery tem. No group should feel that their input isn’t with the FJC. [email protected] by June 19 ❖ Promote individualized teacher-to-teacher goes into the operating budget process. Fi- education is part of whole child learning, which needs to go resources. If you check the Sheriff Department’s planning.org/community/ welcome, or that a particular issue isn’t worthy of Popkin plans to continue providing fair and impartial law with a closeup photo of a serious face, mentoring, so the most effective teachers are nally, my endorsements by the Montgomery beyond standardized tests and include arts, music, field trips, website, you will learn that the first “duty” bethesda_downtown/vsurvey.shtm. discussion. No group should feel that their role is enforcement services using a diverse work force. He plans to your time availability on June 26, your raising up the newest or less effective teachers. County Education Association (MCEA), The bilingual education and needed emotional support structures. mentioned under “Duties” are “Court security Bethesda Farm Women’s Cooperative more important that any other, or that one group has extend the Family Justice Center’s domestic violence reduction contact information and high school. BUDGETING AND FISCAL STEWARDSHIP Coalition of Asian Pacific American Demo- I am proud that the Washington Post has endorsed me for the and prisoner transportation.” It should add Market. The market, which has been at an advantage over others. In a county as diverse as program to include educational programs that encourages Compensation is $40. Visit http:// ❖ Conduct a long overdue full-scale audit of crats of Maryland (CAPAD-MD), Casa in Board of Education, citing my “common sense approach” and “only during daylight hours, because the police its current location at 7155 Wisconsin Montgomery County - where the objective of our healthy teen interpersonal and dating relationships. montgomerycountymd.gov/dot- the budget and operations. Action, SEIU Local 500, and the African emphasis on parent engagement. I have also been endorsed by will do it for us, overnight.” Ave. since the Great Depression, is Board of Education is to ensure the best possible Popkin expanded the Sheriff’s Office participation in the pedsafety/SRTS/WalkYourWay.html. ❖ Get the BOE involved in the budget pro- American Democratic Club of Montgomery The Gazette, elected leaders such as County Councilmembers Why should you elect me? taking a survey to find out from its outcome for all students - every voice should feel county’s gun violence reductions efforts with assignment of a cess at the beginning of the budget process County reinforce the organizations believe Marc Elrich and George Leventhal, and a host of advocacy and Do not elect me because of my exemplary customers how it can be even better; heard. deputy from the domestic violence unit to the Montgomery e.g., different vendors, different hours of ❖ Institute budget reform for effective cost in my leadership and the work I continue to community organizations including Montgomery County NOW, qualifications (extensive education; advanced SATURDAY/JUNE 21 ❖ Transparency: MCPS creates a number of docu- County Police Firearms Investigative Unit. Typically, when a operation. Take the survey at control and demand that all programs are do on behalf of all of our children. the Sierra Club, and most importantly, the Brickyard Coalition. degrees; vast experience as an attorney and Informational Meeting on a Bradley ments that are essential reading for parents if they domestic violence protective order is issued, the respondent www.farmwomensmarket.com/ measured against educational objectives. I hope to have your vote and support in the primary this com- businessman; 29 years of experience working as Hills “Village.” 2-4 p.m. Bethesda- want to understand how our school system works. in the order is temporarily prohibited from possessing firearms. customer-survey.html. CURRICULUM http://shebraevans.com/ ing June 24. a cop on the streets of Montgomery County). Chevy Chase Regional Services Center, These documents range from curriculum guides to Cross-assignment of a domestic violence deputy to the FIU ❖ Introduce basic business, personal fi- Facebook: Shebra4boe Jill Ortman-Fouse Elect me for the reason that I will put Montgom- Room A (2nd floor), 4805 Edgemoor the Capital Improvement Program (the allocation of facilitates effective enforcement of the domestic violence court nance, and entrepreneurship in HS. Twitter: @shebraevans Candidate, Board of Education At Large ery County police officers back where they Lane, Bethesda. Attendees will learn GUIDE DOG FOSTERS NEEDED budget dollars to school construction) to the Annual orders. ❖ Introduce foreign language earlier. Web: www.Jill4AllKids.com belong at night. In your Potomac neighbor- about the village concept and what the Operating Budget (the allocation of budget dollars With the advent of the Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC) exploratory committee has discovered, Guiding Eyes for the Blind – ❖ Make certain that all students master “life Twitter: @Jill4AllKids hoods, looking for the thieves who break into to the day-to-day running of our school system). statewide information technology project, he intends to update discuss next steps and how to be Montgomery Region is looking for math” concepts. Facebook: Jill4AllKids your cars and homes. When I am the Sheriff, the Given that all of these documents are public, Eisner- Sheriff’s Office management systems and processes to integrate involved, and connect with neighbors. volunteers to foster and train future ❖ Establish Student Internships with local deputies will be performing the transports and Heidorn believes that it’s incumbent upon the Board with the MDEC system. A firm believer in using innovative Free. Email guide dogs. Volunteers will foster a business/non-profits so students gain work- guarding of prisoners, 24/7. Your midnight specially bred guide dog for 14 months, of Education to request that MCPS provide them in technology to enhance communication, Sheriff Popkin can fre- [email protected]. place exposure. county officers will be able to return to patrol- attend bi-monthly training classes, and a manner such that they’re transparent and easy to quently be found on social media providing updates on recent OVER-CAPACITY/AGING OF FACILITIES ling your neighborhoods overnight. They will teach the pup house manners, people understand. If stakeholders can understand how the law enforcement matters. ❖ Conduct a comprehensive review of op- thank you for putting them back where they MONDAY/JUNE 23 skills and socialization within the Board of Education and MCPS are allocating re- Popkin has developed cooperative working relationships tions including: low-cost construction options Montgomery County Board of Education belong. In your neighborhoods. Elect me be- community. Dog crates, training sources, it’s more likely that we can ask for with federal, state, and local governmental public safety lead- Proposal Deadline. 11 a.m. a request for (such as pre-fab buildings); virtual learning; Because members of the Montgomery County Board of Education are nonpartisan, not identi- cause the Deputies themselves, have equipment and monthly medications are accountability, and integration of school spending ers that directly improve the efficiency and effective delivery proposals for suitable reuse of seven and four-day weeks for upper class HS, among fied by political party, there is only a primary if there are more than two candidates for a particular overwhelmingly endorsed me, not my oppo- provided. Contact Margie Coccodrilli at with county funds that also benefit public school chil- of public safety services to our community. His extensive ex- park activity buildings, including the one others. seat. This year, there are four candidates for the one at-large seat that will be on the ballot in nent, for this position. This alone should speak at North Chevy Chase Local Park. 301-869-2216 or [email protected] dren. ecutive leadership experience in effectively managing the ❖ Demand a fair share of State funding for November. Voters of any party can vote for Board of Education, and choose one in the primary. volumes to the public. I recommend you visit Proposals due by June 23 at 11 a.m. The or visit www.guidingeyes-md.org. Eisner-Heidorn has been endorsed by the Mont- Sheriff’s Office; leadership of the statewide Maryland Sheriffs’ construction for Montgomery County. The top two vote-getters will appear on the ballot in November. my website Falcinelli4Sheriff.com. activity buildings will be offered for rent gomery County Public School Retirees Association There are seven members of the Montgomery County Board of Education, plus a student mem- Association; and participation of the Joint Legislative Commit- at market rate to private entities or (MCPSRA) and the Sierra Club. Her website is: http:/ ber. Two members serve at-large, while the other five members live in their geographic districts. tee of the Maryland Sheriffs and Police Chiefs has given him /Merry4BOE.wordpress.com; her Facebook page is But all members are elected county-wide, and serve staggered terms. Members of the Board of an in-depth involvement in major statewide public safety de- Find all Potomac Almanac Election coverage at http://facebook.com/Merry4BOE and she tweets as Education are non-partisan and elected without identifying as belonging to any political party. cision making that will improve delivery of essential services @merryeisner. to our community. www.PotomacAlmanac.com/news/Election/Potomac
8 ❖ Potomac Almanac ❖ June 18-24, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Potomac Almanac ❖ June 18-24, 2014 ❖ 9 Photos by Deb Stevens/The Almanac Potomac REAL ESTATE March, 2014 Sales from $385,000 to $785,000 In March 2014, 29 Potomac homes sold between $2,430,000-$385,000.
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2 10408 DALEBROOKE LN ...... 4 .. 4 . 1 ...... POTOMAC ..... $761,500 .... Townhouse . 0.07 ...... 20854 ...... PINEY GLEN VILLAGE ...... 03/18/14
3 11911 FALKIRK DR ...... 4 .. 2 . 1 ...... POTOMAC ..... $750,000 .... Detached .... 0.22 ...... 20854 ...... HIGHLAND STONE ...... 03/31/14
4 8604 WILD OLIVE DR ...... 3 .. 2 . 1 ...... ROCKVILLE ..... $680,000 .... Detached .... 0.21 ...... 20854 ...... REGENCY ESTATES ...... 03/07/14
5 7529 HEATHERTON LN ...... 4 .. 3 . 1 ...... POTOMAC ..... $667,000 .... Townhouse . 0.09 ...... 20854 ...... INVERNESS KNOLLS ...... 03/28/14
6 8613 AQUEDUCT RD ...... 4 .. 3 . 1 ...... POTOMAC ..... $615,000 .... Detached .... 0.21 ...... 20854 .... MONTGOMERY SQUARE .... 03/04/14
7 14003 COMMONS WAY ...... 5 .. 2 . 1 ...... ROCKVILLE ..... $550,725 .... Detached .... 0.26 ...... 20854 ...... HORIZON HILL ...... 03/28/14
8 12047 GATEWATER DR ...... 3 .. 1 . 0 ...... POTOMAC ..... $385,000 .... Townhouse . 0.03 ...... 20854 ...... FALLSBERRY ...... 03/31/14 Copyright 2014 RealEstate Business Intelligence. Source: MRIS as of April 15, 2014.
10 ❖ Potomac Almanac ❖ June 18-24, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Sports Bethesda School Notes Email announcements to almanac@connection High Schools list, published by U.S. News & World newspapers.com. Deadline is Thursday at noon. Report Tuesday. Seven MCPS high schools re- Photos are welcome. ceived a gold medal for being among the top 500 Big Train schools in the nation, and four received a silver Potomac resident Michelle Healey spent medal for being among the top 2,019 schools. The spring break serving others through James Madi- gold and silver medal MCPS high schools and their Atop son University’s Alternative Spring Break national rankings include Walt Whitman (61) Program. Healey, a junior media arts and design and Thomas S. Wootton (65). major traveled to Tahlequah, Okla. to volunteer CRCBL with Cherokee Nation Early Childcare and Head Twenty-two St. Mary’s College of Maryland stu- Start Program. dents were initiated into the Zeta Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, in- Senior Oumar Muhtar, the son of Mansur cluding Emily Buetow of Potomac, majoring in Standings and Hadiza Muhtar of Bethesda, has been named Public Policy. The Bethesda Big Train were in to the principal’s list at Randolph-Macon Acad- emy. Amelia Oliver, daughter of David W. Oliver first place in the Cal Ripken Colle- and Galina J. Mikhlin-Oliver of Potomac, and a giate Baseball League standings Seventeen Montgomery County Public member of the women’s indoor track and field entering Tuesday’s action. Schools seniors from eight high schools have team at Bates College, received New England Bethesda started the season 9- been awarded corporate-sponsored National Small College Athletic Conference All-Academic Merit Scholarships. These scholarships, which distinction for the winter 2013-14 season. A 2011 1, 2.5 games ahead of the second- range from $500 to $10,000, are financed by cor- graduate of Sandy Spring Friends School, Oliver place Alexandria Aces. porations, company foundations, and other is majoring in English and Russian. After 10 games, the Big Train business organizations. The students are among had several players among the sta- 35 high school seniors in Maryland and around Eliana Foltin was named to the fall 2013 1,000 seniors nationwide to be selected as part dean’s list at Harpur College of Arts and Sciences tistical league leaders. Logan of the 59th annual National Merit Scholarship at Binghamton University. Farrar (.410) and Stephen Alemais Program. MCPS winners, their intended field of (.409) were fourth and fifth, re- study, and sponsors include: Walt Whitman High Alexander Reges graduated from the Univer- School students Emily A. Rosenthal, Leidos, sity of Dayton with a Bachelor of Science in spectively, in batting average. Inc., undecided; and Zeya L. Luo, Northrop Business Administration degree in Operations and Farrar is tied for first with 10 RBIs, Grumman, chemical engineering. Winston Supply Management. and Alemais is third with nine. Churchill High School students Allen Guo, Kit Scheetz is tied for first Leidos,Inc.; computer science, Amy Lin, Patrick Jung, Kathryn Shniderman, Anat Lockheed Martin, mathematics; Jeanine M. Kimchi and Amanda Filie were initiated into among pitchers with two wins. Liu, Northrop Grumman, economics, and Kevin The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi at the Univer- Jake Valdez and J.P. France are tied A. Schecter, GEICO, computer science. Tho- sity of Maryland, College Park. for fifth with 13 strikeouts. France mas S. Wootton High School students is tied for the league lead in ERA Christopher G. Long, Boeing, computer sci- The National Merit Scholarship Corporation ence, Xiaoyu Cai, General Dynamics, announced this year’s National Merit $2,500 at 0.00. Jake Valdez, pictured earlier this season, ophthalmology, and Lanson T. Tang, Leidos, scholarship winners, including: Steven L. Bethesda will host the Alexan- and the Bethesda Big Train are in first Inc., biomedicine. Berger, Savannah Du, Bryan B. Ho, Aaron dria Aces at 7:30 p.m. on Wednes- place in the Cal Ripken Collegiate Baseball Matthew Hwang, Hope H. Kean, Daniel D. day, June 18. League. MCPS placed 11 schools on the 2014 Best Liu, Isaac S. Weinberg and Katie Y. Zhao.
www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Potomac Almanac ❖ June 18-24, 2014 ❖ 11 People Competition Benefits Dads and Their Churches win competition where the men lose weight Welcome to the and get healthier, enjoy lighthearted jocu- larity, and this year raise money for their Fraternal Order of schools. It is always interesting to see the different weight loss tactics and results. Brag- Fasting Fathers. ging rights are a big motivator for a lot of the guys, and they all are friends and have By Colleen Healy fun with the competition. Hopefully the guys The Almanac will keep the weight off, or at least most of it. If not, they can always be a FOOFF again
hat started as a personal goal Photo by next time.” Wby one dad to get in shape be- Now that the dads have lost the weight, came a friendly “biggest loser” do they intend to keep it off for good or will
battle between two local Catholic churches. Aldridge Michelle it be hard to maintain the FOOFFs diet? “I The group of dads joined together to be- think everyone is going to say that they in- come the Fraternal Order of Fasting Fathers tend to keep the weight off. But remember, or FOOFFs. The idea got started three years this is the second competition that St. ago when Potomac resident Michael Rose Raphael’s has had to engage in over the last attended a St. Raphael CYO basketball three years. Doing the competition over 3 meeting. 1/2 months was the most grueling. It was “I was not feeling too good about where not a get rich quick scheme. It was more in- I let myself go. I saw my friend and doctor The members of FOOFFs (Fraternal Order of Fasting Fathers) at the final tended to change your way of life. That trans- walk in the room looking just as robust as weigh-in of a biggest loser weight competition. Two local Catholic lates into keeping a lot of the weight off in me. I started looking around the room and churches competed to see which team could lose the most weight. St. the first year. It’s the second year that causes saw quite a few other friends and dads that Raphael won the first round, and St. Mary’s won the second and overall the trouble. could use a little bit of competition and pot. In a show of charity and sportsmanship, St. Mary’s split the win- “We have all committed to a ‘where are help. I went up to my doctor after the meet- nings with St. Raphael and both teams donated the money to their they now’ competition for September. We ing and asked him if he was interested in a church and schools. Center, from left, are Michael Rose of St. Raphael want to make sure that we maintain our low weight loss competition. Before I got to the Parish and Victor Muzzatti of St. Mary’s Parish holding the champion- levels. And if it takes more competition, so last word he said, ‘I’m in.’ All of the other ship belt. First row: Dave Desalle, Jose Carbonell, Mo Rowe, Tom be it,” Michael Rose said. 10 ‘apostles’ were easy pickings as well. I Antonucci, Chuck Bartlett, Jeff Hannapel and Phil Aldridge. Second row: Victor Muzzatti added, “I immediately put figured I wanted 12 apostles to be in the Mike Donahue, Bobby Maggio, Mark Hannan, Terry Kernan, Tim back on a few pounds but felt that I should competition to reflect our religious theme. OConnor and Chris Rascher. Third row: James Conway, Kevin Rowe, Paul try to make more of an effort to keep the And I figured we needed to do a team con- Lidberg, Bob Scanlon, Paul Wit and Tommy Sullivan. Not pictured: Ed weight off, especially since I feel so much cept so that people would stick to the pro- Healy, JT Triandafilou and Bob Stephens. healthier. It’s amazing how easy it is to put gram. It is easy to give up and let yourself weight on and how difficult it is to take it down, but harder to let down others on forth to encourage each other or to just give ercise, proper diet, commitment to your- off.” your team. That first competition three people a laugh during the day. The best self and your teammates.” As for the Biggest Loser of the competi- years ago bred into this latest competition prank was a mountainous basket of Lilly Muzzatti said, “I was pretty proud tion, it was Tom Antonucci who lost almost where we had 12 apostles from St. Twinkies, Ho-Hos, MoonPies, Tastykakes of Victor, considering the fact that we went 30 percent of his bodyweight and Paul Raphael’s challenge 12 apostles from St. etc. that was sent to me for my birthday by on a spring break all inclusive vacation Lidberg who lost almost 20 percent of his Mary’s,” Rose said. my good friends at St Mary’s only days be- during the competition and stuck to his body weight. The rest of the weight-loss Captain of the St. Mary’s team, Victor fore the final weigh in.” diet, which had to be tough as the girls and ranged from 5 percent to 17 percent of body Muzzatti, “was really excited to be a part Dave DeSalle agreed: “I think it was great I enjoyed anything we wanted. He was weight. of the competition between the two par- for fostering camaraderie among and be- thrilled to be able to fit back into his Others who want to do something similar ishes, the concept is awesome. I wanted to tween the St. R’s and St. Mary’s men.” “skinny” clothes too (although I’m not plan- can call or email Mike Rose for advice at be a part of the competition because I According to Rose, “As the competition ning on getting rid of the ‘bigger sized [email protected] or 301-814-3200 for thought it would be a great way to lose went on, St. Raphael won the first round. clothes’ just yet).” the rules and regulations as well as the weight and it is for a good cause. The feed- And that caused the St. Mary’s apostles to As for Sue DeSalle, “I think Dave will spreadsheets that were used in order to have back that I received from my team is that gather around and to really put it to us on keep the weight off if he stays away from a competition. this competition jump started them to get the finals. St. Mary’s won the second round potato chips and continues to abstain from “No sense in reinventing the wheel. I have off of the couch and start doing something and the overall competition so would have late night eating — that made a big differ- a system that works, and would love to help to improve both their physique and their won the lion share of the $2,400 pot. But ence.” change the lives of many others out there,” health and we all pretty much succeeded. in the true act of sportsmanship and Catho- Emily Hannapel thinks “it is a win-win- he said.
With regard to my team, I actually had lic giving, the entire team elected to split Photo by more than 12 that were interested in being the pot $1,200 per team. Both teams do- ‘Sweet Indulgence’ a part of the competition and that caused nated the money to their church and This month the Strathmore Mansion In- me to have to pick and choose, we did in- schools.”
vitational Gallery will present a solo ex- Colleen Healy/ clude the ‘alternates’ in our back and forth The wives of all the FOOFFs are thrilled hibition of oil paintings by Maryland- banter.” with the results as well. Tricia Rose said, based artist, Jennifer Kahn Barlow. A friendly rivalry between St. Mary’s and ”My husband’s commitment to the FOOFFs Barlow’s paintings of enticing, vibrant St. Raphael’s parishes developed. “The is a commitment to our family. The fact that confectionary distill precious moments thought of having two parishes involved in he is taking steps to get healthier and to from the normal chaos of daily life. Com-
an ongoing competition is something that change his ways will only make him live The Almanac posed amongst the trappings of the day- Victor and I have been dreaming up for the longer and be more active so that my kids to-day such as reading glasses, a coffee past couple years,” Rose said. “We have and I can have him for so many more years cup, or a tea set, these oases offer a brief been trying to organize sporting events to come.” hiatus from life’s daily operations. “Sweet getting one parish against the other in or- Michael Rose agreed: “I know my wife is Indulgence” opens at the Strathmore der to meet more people and to incite ca- very proud of me and loves how I look and Mansion in North Bethesda on June 22 maraderie. This competition seemed like how I feel. And all of the other wives have and continues through July 27. An open- Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, is open the best way to kick off our idea. The ban- come up to me personally thanking me for- ing reception on Thursday, June 26 at 7 Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sun- ter back-and-forth between the 24 fathers getting their husbands involved. I think it p.m. is free and open to the public. The day from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Wednesday has been hilarious. We are all on one email is something that our children are learning Mansion at Strathmore, located at 10701 from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. chain and constantly are jawing back-and- a lot from as well as far as self-control, ex-
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Conversations with graduates can be adapted Suggestions for based on whether the person is graduating from high school, college or graduate school. “Most high school conversation starters for graduates know what their plans are in terms of go- ing to college, taking a gap year or getting a job,” talking to new graduates. said Karen Prince, a Bethesda, Md., based licensed clinical social worker. “It is always good to focus on By Marilyn Campbell the positive and the current situation, which is a huge The Almanac milestone.” Dialogue with a recent college graduates can be isa and Erik Brown beamed with pride af- more complicated, however, because some already ter their oldest son graduated from high feel pressured to have a plan in place. “It is more Lschool in Northern Virginia. They hosted a loaded for college,” said Prince. “It is best to ask ques- post-ceremony soiree and invited a host of tions that are easy to answer, like ‘What classes did family and friends. The celebration was dampened you enjoy most in college? Did you know in high somewhat, however, when a family member made school that you wanted to choose that major? What an innocent, but still critical made you decide on that ma- remark about the college their jor?’ Those questions are easy son had chosen. “When talking to a to answer because they’ve al- “He’s the first person in our ready accomplished it.” family to go to college,” said graduate, focus on Gulyn said to focus on the Erik Brown. “It was rude and current accomplishment, not disrespectful for them to talk their accomplishment. future expectations: “It’s good badly about the college he’s to say, ‘That sounds like a re- chosen, especially in front of They should be proud ally interesting major. I wish I’d our other guests.” taken more art history classes. While graduation is a time of of having earned a You must have learned about excitement and celebration, it degree, especially a history, art and life. Liberal arts can also be a time of not only degrees can open a student’s change but stress for many college degree.” mind and teach them to write graduates and their parents. In- — Linda Gulyn, Ph.D., professor of well.’” nocent questions and com- Gulyn adds that it is accept- ments like the Browns’ relative’s psychology at Marymount able and even normal for recent can cause embarrassment or University in Arlington graduates to be uncertain about frustration for recent graduates. their future plans. “I talk to my Local mental health professionals offer suggestions college students all the time and ask them, ‘How for avoiding such a post-graduation faux pas while many of you are sick and tired of hearing now that still expressing excitement and pride. you’re graduating what you are you going to do?’ Potomac Village Deli Catering “When talking to a graduate, focus on their ac- They all raise their hands. It’s OK for a recent gradu- complishment,” said Linda Gulyn, Ph.D., a professor ate to have no idea about what they want to do with of psychology at Marymount University in Arling- their future. This is a time to explore. Saying ‘I have Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Catering ton. “They should be proud of having earned a de- no idea’ is the right answer at this state in their lives.” gree, especially a college degree.” Finally, Gulyn discourages conversations that pres- Instead of commenting on the college they selected sure college graduates to make immediate decisions 301•299•5770 or the major they chose, offer support and encour- about graduate school. “Students should give them- agement. “Rather than saying, ‘What are you going selves a couple of years to make sure they are com- www.potomacvillagedeli.com to do with that art history degree?’” said Gulyn, “an mitted to getting a graduate degree,” she said. “If I adult can offer to be a source of networking and sup- had to do it over again, I would have waited until I port. They can say, ‘Best of luck. Let me know how I was committed and saved money for graduate can support you.’” school.” Home of Your Corporate & Residential Catering Headquarters
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Festival tening to games on a transistor radio. There culminates in performances: Art Songs Recital, SUNDAY/JUNE 22 certainly wasn’t “Cable” television back Looking Back. Through July 21 at Photoworks Gallery and Photography School, 7300 Saturday, June 21 at 5 p.m.; Opera to Pop Live Music and Brunch. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at then; heck, there wasn’t even color televi- MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo. Photography Concert, Saturday, June 21 at 7:30 p.m.; Musical Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club, 7719 sion, let alone “HD,” “interactive,” or what- from Vincent Ferrari and Patricia Smith. Revue & Opera Scenes, Saturday, June 28 at 2:30 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda. Joan Crowe and the ever else television technology has evolved Opening reception and gallery talk on June 21. p.m.; Cosi Fan Tutte, Friday June 27 at 7:30 p.m. Charlie Barnett trio. $17.50-$35, ticket includes into. And of course, there were no “big Free. 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Exhibit is free, Outdoor Concert. 6-8 p.m. at Veterans Park, at the corner of Woodmont and Norfolk Avenues. frequencies, meant listening to games on although most works are available for purchase. TUESDAY/JUNE 24 radio – AM radio. Games were regularly Blue Star Museums. The National Endowment Built 4 Comfort plays blues and classic rock. televised on weekends, more so if the for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department Free. Call 301-215-6660 or visit Garden Trip. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Conservatory www.bethesda.org. Entrance at Brookside Gardens, 1500 Glenallan home team was playing on the road. of Defense, and more than 2,000 museums across America have collaborated to offer free Third Thursday. 7-9 p.m. at 155 Gibbs Street, Ave., Wheaton. Come for a trip “back in time” as As the decades have passed, so too have Rockville. Contemporary dance piece we visit the beautiful Oatlands Historic House transistor radios, black and white televisions admission to the nation’s active duty military personnel, including National Guard and performance as well as a quilt making and Gardens. Course #272153. $50. Visit and limited viewing on only three channels. Reserve and their families, through Labor Day workshop. Free. Visit parkpass.org, www.brooksidegardens.org, Between “Cable,” computers, and more 2014. The complete list of participating www.visartsatrockville.org/ for more. contact recently, the introduction of hand-held museums is available at http://arts.gov/ Shared Experiences. 7:15-9:45 p.m. Potomac [email protected], or call devices, access to and familiarity with sports national/blue-star-museums for more. Community Center, 11315 Falls Rd., Potomac. 301-962-1451. has grown exponentially. Add in the explo- Weekly Blues Dance. Thursdays 8:15-11:30 p.m. Mr. Harvey Follender will share his experiences, in the Back Room Annex at Glen Echo Park, travels and stories about the many different sion of sports-talk radio and the abundance people and ethnic groups he has met. Free. THURSDAY/JUNE 26 of sports-themed content on television 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Capital Blues presents rotating DJs and instructors with beginner Live Music. 8 p.m. at Bethesda Blues & Jazz Art Gallery Opening Reception. The Mansion (regardless of whether the games are at workshop 8:15-9 p.m., no partner necessary. $8 Supper Club, 7719 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda. at Strathmore, located at 10701 Rockville Pike, home or on the road) and one could be in for all. Visit http://capitalblues.org. Bria Skonberg performs. $18. Visit North Bethesda. 7-8 p.m. Reception for “Sweet his “man cave” for hours on end “chan- Argentine Tango with Lessons. Most Sundays www.bethesdabluesjazz.com/events.cfm. Indulgence,” solo exhibition of oil paintings by neling” his – or her – passion, for any team, 6:30-11 p.m. in the Back Room Annex at Glen Maryland artist Jennifer Kahn Barlow. Free and open to the public. Exhibition runs June 22-July in any city, at almost any time. Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Tango THURSDAY-FRIDAY/JUNE 19-20 Brillante DC offers Argentine Tango lessons 27, 2014. Visit www.strathmore.org/ I don’t have a “man cave,” but I do have Gardening Class: Miniature Hostas. 10-11:30 fineartsexhibitions for more. a passion. Annually, I buy the MLB Baseball followed by a Milonga most Sunday evenings. Beginner lesson 6:30-7:30 p.m. and a.m. each day at the Visitors Center Adult package so I can watch my beloved Boston Classroom at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan intermediate lesson 7:30-8:30 p.m. Cost is $15/ SATURDAY-SUNDAY/JUNE 28-29 red Sox whenever and wherever they play. lesson and includes the Milonga that follows. Ave., Wheaton. Learn about the varieties and It is not the bane of my existence, it is quite For dancers who wish to attend just the how to care for them. Fee includes all materials. Heritage Days 2014. Noon-4 p.m. The 17th the opposite; it is my raison d’être, if truth Milonga, cost is $10 and the open dance with DJ Course #272401 - Thursday or Course #272402 annual Heritage Days Weekend will feature 40 be told. And instinctively, whenever I’m in runs 8:30-11 p.m. No partner required. Visit - Friday. Fee $50 or FOBG $45. Registration sites all around Montgomery County the car driving somewhere, if the Orioles or www.glenechopark.org or call 301-634-2222. required at www.ParkPASS.org. Call 301-962- highlighting local history and culture, outdoor 1451 or visit www.brooksidegardens.org. recreation, family activities, music and food. Nationals are playing, I am listening to Contra and Square Dance. Sundays 7-10:30 p.m. in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, Free admission. Visit www.Heritage them on radio, as a long-time habit. It con- Montgomery.org or call 301-515-0753. jures images, memories and dreams of a 7300 MacArthur Blvd. The Folklore Society of FRIDAY/JUNE 20 Greater Washington presents traditional Boyds Negro School, Boyds – practice lifetime (adolescence, really) stretching American contra dancing. All Contras and Waltz Dance. Workshop from 2:45-3:30 p.m. calligraphy, make button necklaces, play back over 50 years: Curt Gowdy, Ned Square dances are taught, no partner is Dance from 3:30-6 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 marbles & horseshoes at this 1895 one-room Martin and Ken Coleman on radio for the necessary. There is a lesson at 7 p.m., followed MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Featuring Green schoolhouse for African American children ~ Red Sox, the legendary Johnny Most for the by the called dance with live music starting at Light Karma, playing a mix of folk waltzes and Saturday and Sunday Celtics and Fred Cusick and Bob Wilson for 7:30. $13 nonmembers, $10 FSGW members, $5 other dances. $10. No partner required. Visit Historic St. Paul Community Church, ages 17 and under. Visit www.glenechopark.org www.WaltzTimeDances.org or call Joan Koury Poolesville – tour the 1893 church and the Bruins. I hung on their every word at 202-238-0230. cemetery, learn about the founding families of nightly during the week, and afternoons on or call 301-634-2222. Late Night Comedy. Fridays (open mic night) Live Music. 8 p.m. at Bethesda Blues & Jazz this early African American community; gospel weekends; typically when their games were and Saturdays (established comedians) at Supper Club, 7719 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda. JR singers ~ Saturday only played. What I heard affected my life – to Benny’s Bar & Grill, 7747 Tuckerman Lane, Cline and the Recliners with special guest Julia Josiah Henson Park, N. Bethesda – tour the this day. As a result (partially), I am a Potomac. Benny’s is open 8 a.m.-1 a.m. Fridays Nixon. Dance floor available. $20. Visit historic Riley farm where Josiah Henson, whose “sports” guy. Not a “tool” guy. Not a “car” and Saturdays. Visit www.BennysBarGrill.com. www.bethesdabluesjazz.com/events.cfm. memoir inspired Uncle Tom’s Cabin, was guy. Not a “do-it-yourself/fixer-upper” guy. Art Classes. Classes are taught year-round for enslaved from 1795-1830; archeology dig, make clay marbles ~ Sunday only Nor am I any other category of “guy” you beginner, intermediate and advanced students. SATURDAY/JUNE 21 Fridays 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.-4 Oakley Cabin, Olney – visit this restored 19th- know of or can think of. “I yam what I Garden Tour. 2-3 p.m. at the Conservatory century log cabin, home to African American yam.” Though I’ve never been a sailor man, p.m., and Sundays noon-4 p.m. At Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Call 301-634-2273 Entrance, 1500 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton. tenant families during the 1800s; storytellers, either. or visit www.artglasscenteratglenecho.org. Brookside Gardens is an award-winning display Washington Revels Jubilee Voices ~ Saturday And as a “sports” guy, my dream was to Drop in Art Activities. Every Saturday 10 a.m.- garden, featuring an abundance of annual and only play in the Major Leagues for the Boston 12:30 p.m. in the Candy Corner Studio at Glen perennial displays throughout the season. Sandy Spring Slave Museum, Sandy Spring – Red Sox. As much as I practiced, it didn’t Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., parents and Course #270652. Free. Visit www.brookside see the cross section of a slave clipper ship, arts happen (although I did play for the Little children can explore a new art form or theme. gardens.org, contact leslie.mcdermott@ pavilion, slave log cabin, and significant art & montgomeryparks.org, or call 301-962-1400. artifact collection in the Great Hall; storyteller at League Red Sox from 1964–67, ages 9– $10/child, parent combo. Drop-in only. Visit www.pgip.org for more. Swing Dance. Beginner lesson 8-9 p.m., dance 9 1pm ~ Saturday only 12). But through the staying power of radio p.m.-midnight at the Spanish Ballroom, Glen Sandy Spring Museum, Sandy Spring – “Local – and the frequency of baseball games Live Music & Dancing. 7-11 p.m. in Margery’s Lounge, Normandie Farm Restaurant 10710 Echo National Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Traditions” folklife festival (Saturday only) in (162-game schedule) – I have realized my Falls Road, Potomac. Dance to the music of Echo. Swing dance featuring Bria Skonberg’s the heart of this early Quaker community; dream of playing in the Major Leagues, or Barry Gurley on Fridays and Saturdays. Call Hot Five. No partner required. $20. Contact music, dance & storytelling ~ Museum open at least hearing my last name called during 301-983-8838 or visit popovers.com for more. Robert Patch at 301-674-0080 or email Saturday and Sunday Major League games. [email protected]. Underground Railroad Experience Trail, There is a player for the Toronto Blue Sandy Spring – take a fascinating 2-hour hike CONTEST SUBMISSIONS along a simulated Underground Railroad trail; Jays named Brett Lawrie, an infielder, third SATURDAY-SUNDAY/JUNE 21-22 The county Department of Transportation is first hike at 9 a.m. ~ Saturday only baseman, mostly. When the announcers Art show. At the Yellow Barn Gallery, Glen Echo Town of Brookeville – tour this historic Quaker call his last name, it sounds nearly identical accepting nominations for the annual Keep Montgomery County Beautiful landscaping Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. 12 town that was the “U.S. Capital for a Day” to mine, Lourie. And when I hear his name and amateur photography competitions. The p.m.-5 p.m. both days. A reception is scheduled during the War of 1812 ~ Sunday only called on radio by Oriole’s radio voices, Joe landscape contest is open to community groups, for Saturday, June 21 from 5-7 p.m. Featuring the work of Gonzalo Ruiz Navarro’s pastel Angel and Jim Hunter (the Blue Jays were in businesses, public institutions and other SUNDAY/JUNE 29 town this past weekend for a four-game organizations that undertake landscaping students Alexander Riccio, Camilla David, Carol Greenwald, Joan Nelson, Jose Teruel, Madeleine Waltz Dance. Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo series), it almost brings a tear to my eyes. projects to enhance the appearance of commonly owned sections of commercial or Schaller, Marcia Billig, Marylouise Roach, Pat National Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Obviously it’s not me they’re “calling,” but Ragan and Penny Smith. Visit Echo. Introductory waltz workshop 2:45-3:30 it sure sounds like it. And for that moment, residential properties in Montgomery County. For the photography contest, photos of county www.yellowbarnstudio.com for more. p.m., social dancing 3:30-6 p.m. Featuring the my dream seems like a reality. locations are judged on effective composition, ensemble Addison Bleufonte. Admission $10. No partner required. Call Joan Koury at 202-238- Kenny Lourie is an Advertising Representative for originality and interest. There is a youth SUNDAY/JUNE 22-SUNDAY/JULY 27 The Potomac Almanac & The Connection Newspapers. category for aspiring photographers 18 and 0230 or Glen Echo Park at 301-634-2222, go to younger. Applications for both contests are due Art Gallery. The Mansion at Strathmore, located www.WaltzTimeDances.org or e-mail by June 20. Winners will be announced in at 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. [email protected]. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Potomac Almanac ❖ June 18-24, 2014 ❖ 15 16 ❖ Potomac Almanac ❖ June 18-24, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com