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Photo by Louise Krafft/The Connection Photo October 15-21, 2008, 2008 ❖ Volume XXII, Number 42 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLeanwww.connectionnewspapers.com Connection ❖ October 15-21, 2008 ❖ 1 2 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ October 15-21, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection Editor Kemal Kurspahic News 703-917-6449 or [email protected] Search for ‘Creative Solutions’ Decrease in transportation funding cancels improvement projects.

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Louise Krafft eclining revenue streams, rising Dconstruction costs, anticipated population growth and near col- lapse of credit markets all affect near-term Northern Virginia transportation needs.

/Connection Area residents and business people have much to think about while stuck in gridlock on a local roads. “It continues to be a very large thorn to all businesses,” said Eileen Curtis, the Dulles State Del. Margaret Vanderhye and Fairfax County Supervisor John Foust listen as McLean Citizens Association Regional Chamber of Commerce president. President Rob Jackson addresses the group. Realities of gridlock, pollution and loss of quality time are contributing to employee dissatisfaction, which could lead to loss of productivity or loss of employment. “The inability to predict arrival times for meet- ings” is another concern, said Curtis. Making ‘Green Choice$’ Pierce Homer, the Commonwealth’s Transportation Secretary, drove from Rich- Community forum formed energy decisions in their homes, date because it was prior to Virginia’s en- mond after meetings about necessary bud- workplaces, and lives. ergy-efficiency tax holiday from Oct. 10 – get cuts to deliver a presentation in McLean presents resources “Every step that each of us takes, regardless 13. on Thursday. of its size or cost, makes a difference in achiev- Esma Akin Losee of McLean said she was “Choices will be made” on which trans- and workshops. ing energy bill savings and a cleaner, greener motivated to come to the green choices fo- portation projects would be funded, said environment,” Del. Margaret Vanderhye (D- rum because she wanted to see if she could Homer. “Those choices are not easy. They By Donna Manz 34) said in her welcome address. “be a little more energy-efficient” in her own will be profound and they will have consid- The Connection See Green Living, Page 4 Vanderhye said the committee chose this erable effect,” he said. Homer presented a slide depicting the aybe it was the presidential drastic drop in Northern Virginia highway debate that kept the crowd construction and transit funding forecasts. Mdown, but the citizens who A scenario possible after Gov. Tim Kaine’s did come to the “Green (D) budget cuts shows the projected funds Choice$” forum on Oct. 7 at the McLean available for Northern Virginia’s six-year Community Center were committed to mak- improvement plan dropping from $1 billion, ing an environmental difference. for fiscal years 2008 to 2013, to $500 mil- They asked questions, picked up litera- lion for fiscal years 2009 to 2014. Homer ture from the tables, and sat in on work- said revenue reduction for transportation shops. Many practiced environmentally- would be far worse, on percentage basis, friendly routines at home. than that of the general fund. “Turn off the lights, recycle any stuff you can,” said 11-year-old Michelle Coy of SUPERVISOR JOHN FOUST (D- McLean. “Even a child can be helping.” Dranesville) said he was surprised Homer Michelle and her friend, Renee Wah, both and other speakers at Thursday’s presenta- sixth-graders, are in Spring Hill Elementary tion at the Capital One auditorium in School’s robotics club and were at the green McLean did not mention the widening of forum to do research on global warming. Route 7 from Loudoun County to Reston “If I broke a CFL bulb, I’d call my mom or Avenue during the seminar. dad for help,” said Renee “Weak as the transportation right now Spread over two large rooms at the may be, we cannot quit,” said Bob Chase, McLean Community Center, the energy fo- president of the Northern Virginia Trans- Darren Ewing looks over concrete rum presented a diversity of programs, ser- portation Alliance, the organizer of the vices, products and resources to arm citi- permeable pavers that could be Sierra Club volunteer Prakash zens with the tools they need to make in- used in the county. Nadkarni. See Less Money, Page 7 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ October 15-21, 2008 ❖ 3 News Forum Promotes ‘Green Living’ From Page 3 educate citizens to what the county is doing in that house. “I want to teach the kids more than just arena. McLean Citizens’ Association’s president, Rob turning off lights when they leave the room.” Jackson, previewed the workshops. Akin Losee, who is a physician, said her children From rain barrels to energy auditing devices, rep- know not to touch CFLs because of the mercury. resentatives from municipal and private businesses “They know to call me or another adult. It should described the breadth of green choices Americans say on the packaging, ‘if you break it, don’t touch now have. From strings of LED Christmas lights to Photo by Louise Krafft/ Photo by Donna Manz/ it.’” Akin Losee said the family does “simple” things bags recycled from plastic bottles, consumers can Connection The Connection around the house. “We turn off the tap when we’re readily make choices that benefit the environment, Children’s author Edward Edythe Kelleher, Vienna brushing our teeth, turn off the lights when we leave according to the tips participants freely offered. Allen Faine with his book Town Councilwoman, a room. We always drink tap water, no plastic bottles. Representatives from businesses and public agen- “Aiden Saves the World Supervisor John Foust and We make our own window cleaning solution, and cies suggested the use of low VOC paints, turning from Global Warming.” The Del. Margaret Vanderhye try to use bar soap. And we recycle bags.” off electronic equipment via a surge protector, and book is available at Whole (D-34) discuss environmen- landscaping that puts nature to good-use. Foods in Vienna. tal concerns. THE “GREEN CHOICES” FORUM had roots in “We must demand our leaders be part of the so- Vanderhye’s bid for a seat in Virginia’s General As- lution,” said workshop presenter Beth Ritchie sembly. “When I walked around the neighborhoods, Chung of McLean, environmental consultant at energy and the environment were on the top of list,” “My Green Expert.” We can produce positive Vanderhye said. change. We can control a portion of our own emis- “Rob [Abbot, Vanderhye’s legislative assistant] and sions. We cannot be neutral on the importance of I sat down late summer and talked about how we carbon emissions.” would do this and who we would invite to present Green Choice$ was sponsored and organized by energy programs. Everyone we asked responded Vanderhye, Foust, the McLean Citizens Association, positively.” the Sierra Club, McLean Citizens Foundation, My Fairfax County Soil and Water Conservation Board Green Expert LLC, Greater McLean Chamber of Com- conducts rain barrel workshops a couple of times a merce and Great Falls Citizens Association. year. The collected rain water is recycled for use on “Americans consume a disproportionate share of the lawn and garden. Residents buy the barrels from the world’s resources,” said Chung. “Therefore, it’s Photo by Donna Manz/ Photo by Donna Manz/ The Connection The Connection the county for $45 - $65 a barrel. The next work- essential for individuals to commit to voluntary con- Michelle Coy and Renee Dr. Esma Akin Losee of shop, approximately two – three hours, is scheduled servation actions. If we act now, we can help stave Wah, Spring Hill ES 6th- McLean practices conserving for March, 2009. off the most drastic consequences of climate change.” graders, visited the “Green energy in her home. Her Supervisor John Foust highlighted Fairfax County’s Chung repeated a quote she had read once. “There Choice$ Forum” to do children know not to pick up environmental improvement program as a means to are no passengers on space earth. We’re all crew.” research on global warming. broken CFL fragments. SaySay Good-byeGood-bye toto WetWet FoundationsFoundations

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Chesterbrook principal Bob Fuqua; president of Vinson Hall Residents Association, Lt. Col. Fotenot, ret.; Vinson Hall resident and editor of newsletter Luella Morgan; Vinson Hall administrator Judy Bowes; Navy Mass Communication Specialist Dan Wolsey; U.S. Navy Petty Officer Second Class Refugio Carrillo; Vinson Hall Director of Special Events Fred Johnson and Chesterbrook assistant principal Michelle Sansone. Front row, Chesterbrook students Nick and Claire. Photos by Mirza Kurspahic/ Ray “Gizmo” Ward, a 1991 The Connection Herndon High graduate, is raising Manassas resident Mike Fobes is money for St. Jude Children’s Students Meet Real-Life Heroes hoping to break the Guinness Book Research Hospital while attempt- record for consecutive days behind ing to break the Guinness Book that has included several visits to the com- a bar with friend and fellow bar- record for consecutive days behind USS Carl Vinson munity over the years. After “adopting” the tender Ray “Gizmo” Ward at a bar with friend and fellow bar- neighboring Chesterbrook three years ago, crew members Tysons Corner’s Chics n Wings. tender Mike Fobes. VHRC wanted to pass on this relationship visit Chesterbrook onto the students. On Friday morning, Chief Petty Officer Elementary. Dan Wolsey and Petty Officer Second Class Making Bartending History Refugio Carrillo, both multi-media special- By Andrew Johnson ists, appeared on Chesterbrook’s closed-cir- Chics n Wings bartenders at Jimmy’s, spent 14 days The Connection cuit morning news station, WCH-TV. The behind a bar. students then went on to interview the two bartenders aim Since then the record has been bro- ast week, the crew of the USS Carl crew members. The second-graders and ken twice, leaving Vinson visited the Vinson Hall Re crew members also started a pen-pal pro- to make history Virginia for Ohio L gram through the Internet where both par- and then Canada. “I’ve been tirement Community (VHRC) and Chesterbrook Elementary School. ties will be able to send each other updates while benefiting The two bartend- wanting to VHRC serves as a home to many of the and pictures on their lives. children’s cause. ers are allowed five region’s military veterans and their spouses Commissioned in 1982, the USS Carl minutes of personal do this.” and has received national attention for its Vinson is one of only a handful of ships time per hour, but named after a person who was still alive at By Mirza Kurspahic everything else is — Ray “Gizmo” innovative methods and technologies for Ward serving seniors. As part of an oral history the time of its christening. Carl Vinson was The Connection done behind the bar. program, crew members of the aircraft car- a Georgian Congressman for 50 years and Eating, sleeping and rier visited VHRC on Thursday afternoon served as the chairman of the House Naval ay “Gizmo” Ward and Mike lots of work are combined with to record interviews and speak with resi- Affairs and Armed Services Committee for Fobes, bartenders at Tysons fundraisers such as the plunger ring dents including Pearl Harbor survivor John 29 of them, so naming the Nimitz class R Corner’s Chics n Wings restau toss on Ward’s head. On Monday, Oct. Budzik. Sharing the namesake of the late supercarrier after him was a fitting tribute. rant, are hoping to make his- 13, the sixth day of the adventure, Georgia Congressman Carl Vinson, VHRC With Norfolk as its homeport, the USS Carl tory while raising funds for a children’s Fobes said that the experience — and the ship have a longstanding tradition See Meeting, Page 24 cause. Ward and Fobes are aiming to spend sleeping on a cot behind the bar, Ward 17 days behind a bar and return a Guinness is sleeping on an air- Book World Record to Northern Virginia mattress on the bar, while raising money for St. Jude Children’s and showering at Research Hospital. the restaurant when “I wanted “I’ve been wanting to do this,” said Ward, not working — has to shake a 1991 Herndon High School graduate and not been exhausting Manassas resident. Ward has bartended in and has been busi- things up.” the Manassas area for about 15 years, but ness as usual. “It’s has been at Chics n Wings for a year now. “I alright, it’s only day — Mike Fobes hope to make it to the bartender hall of fame six,” he said. some day,” he said. Several special events have been Ward, 35, decided to raise funds for St. scheduled for the record-breaking at- Jude after speaking to his mother, a two- tempt. PS GameGear, a sports memo- time cancer survivor. Fobes, 31, was more rabilia company, will auction off jer- than happy to join his friend in the adven- seys and autographed memorabilia ture. “I wanted to shake things up,” said on Friday evening at the restaurant. Fobes. Washington Redskins wide receiver The Guinness record for days behind a Santana Moss is scheduled to attend bar is nothing new to Northern Virginia. the event. Jimmy Cirrito, then a bartender at K.C.’s in Ward and Fobes will set the record Manassas and now the owner of Jimmy’s if they stay behind the bar until 9 p.m. Crew members from the USS Vinson, Navy Mass Communication Special- Old Town Tavern in Herndon, set the record on Friday, Oct. 24. Chics n Wings is ist Dan Wolsey and U.S. Navy Petty Officer Second Class Refugio Carrillo in 1991, spending 12 days behind a bar. In located at 8119 Watson Street in introduce themselves to the students in the morning broadcast. 2000, Jesse Mass and Justin Fedorchak, Tysons Corner. 6 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ October 15-21, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Photos by William B. Folsom

Fall Harvest Festival Celebrated Children’s Entertainer Robbie Schaefer entertains the crowd at the McLean Community Center’s Fall Harvest Festival on Saturday, Oct. 4. Less Money, More Problems From Page 3 Thursday, Oct. 9, seminar in McLean. Frustrations experienced on the road are not the only ones Northern Virginians are feeling when it comes to transportation. “On top of that, in my mind, is a psychological anger that the voice of Northern Vir- ginia is not being heard [in Richmond],” said Curtis. Homer said it is at times hard to explain to leaders of jurisdictions in other parts of the state that “the equivalent of the City of Richmond moved to Northern Virginia in this decade alone. And we’re only seven years into the decade.” According to the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments fig- ures, the metropolitan area will see a population increase of 32 percent, to more than 6.5 million people, from 2005 to 2030. The same analysis estimates that vehicle miles of travel will increase by 28 percent.

PRIORITAZING ROAD improvements in the region is something Homer hears about often. However, he said, “One of the reasons we are not getting serious about prioritization is because we are still work- ing on priorities from 1991.” Homer listed five projects, including the Interstates 66 and 95 High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes and comple- tion of the Fairfax County Parkway, as priorities stated more than 15 years ago. Two major projects, one under construction and another still facing a hurdle until approval, have also been in the works for a long time. Homer said the Capital Beltway High Occupancy Toll (HOT) lanes project is 20 years in the making. The Rail to Dulles land was reserved for rail 40 years ago, he said. A Richmond Circuit Court judge is scheduled to rule by Oct. 17 on a challenge that the transfer of the Dulles Toll Road to the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) was illegal without the consent of the General Assembly. “Once we clear that threshold, we have one more threshold,” he said, referring to the release of federal funding for the rail line. On a question of whether a contingency plan exists if the court de- cides the toll road should not have been transferred to MWAA — and therefore it cannot be used as a revenue for rail construction — Homer said, “The short answer is yes,” without elaborating on what that plan is.

WHILE VDOT and its administrators face tough choices ahead, and Northern Virginia’s residents and businesses face more of the same traffic woes they have faced for years, ways are available to mitigate some of the burdens. Homer said that of the projects spoken about at Thursday’s seminar — Fairfax County Parkway Extension, the Capital Beltway interchange with Telegraph Road, improvements on Interstate 66 in Prince William County, Dulles Rail and HOT lanes — only the addition of the fourth lane on Interstate 95 is under construction be- cause of traditional funding. “Everything else has been achieved through financial and political creativity,” said Homer. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ October 15-21, 2008 ❖ 7 Profile

Judy Feder Age: 61 City/Community: McLean Family: Husband Stan, two grown sons Sam and Lester, two granddaugh- ters Education: Brandeis University, B.A. Photo by in political science (1968); Harvard University, M.A. (1970) and Ph.D. (1977) in political science

Louise Krafft Relevant Experience: staff director of an U.S. Bipartisan Congressional Commission on Health Care (1990s); principal deputy assistant secretary of the Department of Health and Human /Connection Services (1993-1995); dean of Georgetown University’s Public Policy Institute (1999-2007) Web site: www.judyfeder.com

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would run and then quit, run and then quit. tion. In 1993, President Bill Feder takes on incum- We needed someone to run and run again,” Clinton appointed her to a bent Wolf again in 10th said Sue Rosenberg, chair of the Dranesville high-level position in the Disrict Democratic committee in Fairfax Department of Health and congressional district. County. Human Services, where she Feder, stepped down as dean of focused on how to expand By Julia O’Donoghue Georgetown University’s Public Policy In- health care coverage and The Connection stitute last year and kept her promise. She make Medicare and Medic- will face Wolf for a second time Nov. 4. aid programs more effec- uring the 2006 election cycle, “I really want to do this. … I am taking it tive. Congressional candidate Judy Feder Democratic activist Eve Wilson all the way,” she said. In addition to teaching at Dagreed to throw her weight be- The Democrat, who has lived in North- Georgetown University, hind fellow McLean resident ern Virginia for 30 years, said she never Feder has also worked at policy think tanks, economy, said Blumberg, who worked with Judy Feder in Virginia’s 10th congressional considered running for public office until the Brookings Institution and the Urban Feder when she was a member of the district race on one condition. shortly before the 2006 campaign. Frustra- Institute. She is considered an expert on the Clinton administration. “I had to be willing to run twice,” said tions with President George W. Bush’s poli- nation’s health insurance programs. “She has the ability to discriminate be- Feder, who ended up losing to Rep. Frank cies and Wolf’s support of the Feder’s peers in the aca- tween different options and know what is Wolf (R-10) by 16 percentage points two administration lead her to demic and public policy are- going to work and what is not going to years ago. run for office, she said. “I really want to nas are among the largest work. … There are lots of different analy- Wilson, who died in 2007, was chair of “Our nation was moving in supporters of her congres- ses of health care reform and a real vari- the Democratic Party’s 10th congressional the wrong direction and our do this. … I am sional bid. Faculty and staff ance in the quality of those analyses. She district committee for approximately 15 member of congress was not from Georgetown, George can tell the difference between what is good years. Her candidates had a difficult time supporting what needed to taking it all the Washington, Harvard and work and what is not good quality work,” gaining traction against Wolf, a 28-year in- be done,” she said. Columbia universities are said Blumberg. cumbent, in part because they would only way” among her largest financial Feder’s analytic background could also be run once and had low name recognition, FEDER is one of the nation’s — Congressional contributors. useful when tackling public policy issues said several local political activists. top health policy analysts candiadate Judy Feder “She is very well known other than health care, said several of her Wilson and other Democrats were look- and was worked with then- and very well respected,” supporters. ing for a candidate who would be willing to First Lady Hillary Clinton’s failed health care said Linda Blumberg, who does health care “We need people who know how to think. run against Wolf multiple times and gain reform plan in the 1990s. policy research for the Urban Institute. … Judy worked in government and under- momentum. They pointed out that Wolf, Feder was staff director for a bipartisan stands government,” said Sen. Jim Webb (D- himself, had to run for congress twice be- congressional commission on comprehen- FEDER’S expertise coincides with rising Va.) at a McLean fundraiser for Feder. fore winning his seat on the third try in 1980. sive health care, the Pepper Commission, importance of health care; voters in several McLean resident Nancy Fateni used to which directly informed the debate over the polls have listed rising health care costs as work for New Jersey Rep. Frank Pallone (D- “IN THE past, we have had candidates who health care during the Clinton administra- their second biggest concern next to the See Feder, Page 25 8 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ October 15-21, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Bulletin Board Blinds For Le$$

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Editor & Publisher Mary Kimm Letters to the Editor 703-917-6416 [email protected] Editor in Chief out the related traffic study, thus nal scenarios vetted with the pub- Steven Mauren Unrealistic being in non-compliance with one lic cited a shortage of some 86 el- Amy Tozzi Managing Editors Steve Hibbard, Michael O’Connell, Densities In of the most basic tasks we were ementary classrooms, 1/2 a McLean Kemal Kurspahic assigned. middle school, and 1/2 a high Member of the Tysons Task Photography: Robbie Hammer, Louise Krafft, Tysons Report The report acknowledges the school. The new density levels are Force Craig Sterbutzel importance of adequate infrastruc- so far beyond these scenarios that Art/Design: To the Editor: Zohra Aslami, Geovani Flores, ture to support the redevelopment the school issue must be ad- As a member of the Tysons Task Laurence Foong, John Heinly, of Tysons, the need for a financ- dressed. Keeping Focus John Smith, Stu Moll, Force, I am concerned about key Tam Nguyen, Wayne Shipp ing plan for this infrastructure, and The report cites the need for aspects of the report submitted to On ‘Green Production Manager: the phasing of development con- new urban standards for parks and Jean Card the Fairfax Board of Supervisors on sistent with the availability of in- recreational facilities, but the stan- Sept. 22. I believe the Task Force Choice$’ CIRCULATION: 703-917-6480 frastructure. I strongly advocated dards under consideration would Circulation Manager: lost credibility with the public in To the Editor: these concepts, but the informa- both short-change Tysons resi- Linda Pecquex proposing densities far in excess As organizers of the Green tion in the report on public utili- dents and have a significant nega- of scenarios vetted with the pub- Choice$ forum on Oct. 7, the CONNECTION NEWSPAPERS, ties is inadequate. The list of new tive impact on recreational facili- L.L.C. lic or even perceived in the out- McLean Citizens Association, Su- Peter Labovitz public facilities required is based ties in neighboring communities. reach process. pervisor John Foust, and I would President/CEO on County analysis of the impact The report is thus inconsistent The most glaring omission in the like to extend our thanks to the Mary Kimm of serving 100,000 residents and with the Task Force goal of pro- Publisher/Chief Operating Officer report is the lack of traffic analy- sponsors, participants, and 17 ex- 200,000 jobs, and was based on tecting surrounding communities. 703-917-6416 sis. It was our understanding that hibitors who helped make the [email protected] an assumption of 114 million The average absorption rate at the density levels would go evening such a success. There is a Jerry Vernon square feet of development, not Tysons has been roughly one mil- Executive Vice President through the transportation and real interest in saving energy the increased densities projected lion square feet per year. The pro- 703-917-6404 infrastructure analysis before any among the residents of McLean, [email protected] in the report. Requirements for posed densities are far, far greater report was issued. The Task Force Great Falls, Vienna and the rest of Wesley DeBrosse stormwater management, water than realistically possible, and pro- should not have appeared to en- our region, and the forum in- Controller supply, and wastewater manage- posals that each station be at same dorse densities until the related cluded a diverse group of partici- Debbie Funk ment are vaguely stated, with no density are faulty, particularly at National Sales analyses were completed and pants committed to making energy 703-518-4631 cost estimates provided, nor any the two malls. members were able to review and conservation a priority. I believe [email protected] indication of how much of the I hope the Planning Commission use them in forming recommen- that people are willing to make John Lovaas costs will be borne by taxpayers. and the Board of Supervisors will dations. The Board of Supervisors changes in their approaches to Special Assistant for Operations The report refers to a future of address these concerns as county instructed the Task Force to miti- 100,000 residents, yet there is only staff begins to draft the new Com- gate traffic impact of develop- cursory reference to schools. Origi- prehensive Plan. See Letters, Page 20 ment, yet we moved ahead with- 10 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ October 15-21, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Faith

Faith Notes are for announcements and events in the faith community. Send to [email protected]. Deadline is Friday.

Chili Cook-off and Community Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Pumpkin carving and decorating competition, old-fash- ioned midway games, music, crafts and more. If you plan to enter the chili cook- off or want to rent a vendor table, contact the church by Oct. 15. The United Methodist Church of the Good Shepherd, 2351 Hunter Mill Home Improvements and Repairs that Always Get an A+ Road. www.GoodShepherdVA.com or Fully Insured Class A Contractor 703-281-3987.

Church Seminar: Understand- ing the Building and Development Process. Saturday, Oct. 18, from 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. For church building committee members and churches considering expansion. Ministry needs assessment, program- ming, master planning, site development, municipal permits and approvals, architectural services, bud- geting, fund-raising and financing, contracting and construction. At Vienna Presbyterian Church, Vienna. Presented by Scott Long Construc- tion, LeMay Erickson Willcox Architects. Jackie Ryan, 703-802-7633 or [email protected].

Vienna Presbyterian Church Pipe Organ Concert. Five organists celebrate the International Year of the Organ on Sunday, Oct.19, at 3 p.m. Vienna Presbyterian Church, 124 Park St. NE, Vienna. Eileen Guenther, Lon Schreiber, Charles Miller, Carol Feather Martin, Terry Sisk. Free, but donation appreciated. 703-938-9050.

Dr. Max L. Stackhouse will speak on Saturday, Oct. 25, at 9:30 a.m. about “Civil Society and Public Theology in a No Drills! No Shots! No Pain! Global Era” Dr. Stackhouse is an or- dained minister in the United Church of Christ and a theological ethicist with Laser Dentistry for Kids and Adults wide ranging interests that include eco- nomic ethics, public theology, global at No Additional Cost! missions and the encounter of world religions. Immanuel Presbyterian The standard of care has been raised with Church, 1125 Savile Lane, McLean. the new Waterlase™, a breakthrough in Contact Dan Thomas at 703-356- 3042 or [email protected]. laser dentistry which allows us to perform cavity and soft tissue Annual SALT Fall Conference at procedures without drills, shots, St. Thomas a’Becket Catholic Par- or numbness in most cases. ish. Highlights include Delegate Vincent Callahan speaking about “The Kids and adults love it, Legislative Process at Its Best; The Leg- islative Process at Its Worst,” and Jeff and it’s pain-free! Caruso, Director of the Virginia Catho- lic Conference, on the “Art of Advocacy.” Visit our office and 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 in the experience laser Parish Findlay Hall Activities Cen- ter,1421 Wiehle Ave., Reston. dentistry at its finest! Call today for your Robyn Muncy, U.S. historian from the University of Maryland, appointment or for will analyze the Progressive Party of 703-691-7999 more information. 1912 in relation to today’s politics. In The Incredible that first modern presidential election, “Our goal is to keep your Dental Experience! Teddy Roosevelt and Progressives called smile its healthy best so for an activist government to “human- ize” capitalism: to defend the interest of your natural teeth can workers and consumers against the last a lifetime.” power of corporations. Child labor laws, working conditions for waged workers, • White Fillings • Porcelain Crowns/Veneers and growing inequalities of wealth and • Cosmetic Bonding • Teeth Whitening power were on a national party platform • Orthodontics (Invisalign) • Dental Implants for the first time. • Insurance Gladly Filed The Progressive Party energized re- formers, who came out in droves to support Roosevelt’s presidential bid. Kris Popli, D.D.S. What lessons do yesterday’s 703-448-8600 Progressives have for us today? Admis- “The Laser Dentist” 8206 Leesburg Pike, Suite 308 sion is free. Sunday, Oct. 26, at 11 a.m., Family, Cosmetic Tysons Corner, VA 22182 at the Northern Virginia Ethical Society, 225 & Orthodontic Dentistry (next to Bed, Bath & Beyond) Nutley St. N.W., Vienna. www.esnv.org or 703 437 3161. tysonslaserdentist.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ October 15-21, 2008 ❖ 11 Calendar

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WEDNESDAY/OCT. 15 W. Dudley Oakes, organist and choirmaster at Saint John Episcopal Church in Georgetown who Photos contributed also teaches at several Virginia and Washington DC universities. 1 p.m. Free lunchtime recital. Saint Luke Catholic Church, 7001 Georgetown Pike, McLean. 703-356-0670 or www.musicinmclean.org. Bryan Greenberg. Acoustic. 7:30 p.m. $10. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. N.E., Vienna. Call 703-255-1566 or visit www.jamminjava.com.

Richard Bates Jr.’s “Excision” was filmed in locations around the area, THURSDAY/OCT. 16 Arts ❖ Entertainment ❖ Leisure including Dolley Madison Library. Opening reception for fall student art show, 5-8 p.m. Student works on display, Oct.16-Nov. 1. Ayr Hill Gallery, 141 Church St., Vienna. 703- 938-3880 or www.ayrhillgallery.com. Tyrone Wells and Jason Reeves. Pop/rock. 8 p.m. $12. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. N.E., ‘Home-Made’ Film at Fairfax Festival Vienna. Call 703-255-1566 or visit www.jamminjava.com. Riders in the Sky. 8 p.m. Cowboy/western at Richard Bates Jr. The Barns. Tickets $30. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts | 1645 Trap Road, directs short film in Vienna. 1-877-WOLFTRAP. D for Dinosaurs. 10:30 a.m. Alphabet adventures McLean-area settings. with the Letter D. Age 2-5 with adult. Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., McLean. By Danielle Landau 703-356-0770. Book Discussion Group. 7:15 p.m. Call for the The Connection book title. Adults. Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., McLean. 703-356-0770. Tiny Tot Tales. 10:30 a.m. Stories and activities. xcision”, a short film writ- Age 13-23 months with adult. Dolley Madison ten and directed by Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., McLean. 703-356- “EMcLean native and Lan- 0770. gley High graduate Rich- ard Bates Jr. — filmed in locations FRIDAY/OCT. 17 around McLean — is receiving ap- Choralis, directed by Gretchen Kuhrmann, presents “German Romantics”. plause from critics across the country. Beethoven’s Choral Fantasy, Rheinberger’s Bates, who graduated from the New Cantus Missae, and music by Mendelssohn, York University’s Tisch School of the Brahms, Schumann, Schubert, and Wolff. 8 p.m., at The Falls Church, 115 E. Fairfax St., Arts, feels that McLean was “the per- Falls Church. Tickets $5-$25. www.choralis.org fect place for filming this story.” or 703-237-2499. Bates explained Eroica Trio. 8 p.m. Chamber music at The Barns. Tickets $35. Wolf Trap Foundation for the the synopsis as, “A Performing Arts | 1645 Trap Road, Vienna. 1- “Any actor 16-minute drama 877-WOLFTRAP. concerning the Redeemer Lutheran Preschool semi-annual consignment sale. 7-9 p.m. Clothes, books, dreams of main character, toys, equipment and accessories for babies, Pauline, and her children and soon-to-be-moms. Redeemer being a part sick sister Grace, Lutheran Church, 1545 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, corner of Chain Bridge Road. and who suffers from Westmoreland St. 703-356-3567 or of an NYU cystic fibrosis and Filming at the Howel House in McLean. [email protected]. occupies most of Pierce Pettis. Acoustic. 7:30 p.m. $15. Jammin’ film, and the Java, 227 Maple Ave. N.E., Vienna. Call 703- her parents’ at- work on a film. Paul Fahrenkopf, a local MUCH OF THE FILMING took place at 255-1566 or visit www.jamminjava.com. fact that it tention. Com- actor who plays Pauline’s father in the film Jay and Betsy Howell’s house on Churchill Rude Buddha. Rock. 9:30 p.m. $10. Jammin’ pelled by the says, “Any actor dreams of being a part of Road in McLean. Betsy Howell has known Java, 227 Maple Ave. N.E., Vienna. Call 703- 255-1566 or visit www.jamminjava.com. was basically dream of a life an NYU film, and the fact that it was basi- Bates since he was born and volunteered her Katharine Weymouth interviewed on CEO without a suffer- cally in my backyard was wonderful.” home for the film. Howell said, “Moving out Chick Chat. 7:30-10 a.m. Live at Pillsbury ing sister, Pauline Fahrenkopf had only positive things to say for a little while was no problem, and every- Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, 2300 N Street, in my NW, Washington, DC, and by video feed at stops looking at about Bates’ ability to get his vision across one was so considerate and polite.” After Pillsbury’s Tysons Corner office, 1650 Tysons backyard was Grace as a hu- in such a short film. seeing the final product, Howell was im- Blvd., 14th Floor, McLean. Breakfast included. man, and sees her Twelve-year-old Carly Hobson, who plays pressed with the “entertaining and dark piece $35 for members; non-members $55. Register on www.successinthecity.org. wonderful.” as an opportunity Pauline’s younger sister Grace, makes her of art that Bates created.” Having known to steal back the screen debut with this film and mentions Bates as a child and adolescent, she espe- — Paul Fahrenkopf SATURDAY, OCT. 18 devotion of her that she had fun with the “cool” filming cially enjoyed his mature professionalism. Jon Carroll. 7:30 p.m. Rock ’n’ roll at The Barns. parents. Aware that Grace will one day experience. Hobson said, “I thought the di- The still photographer, Matthias Martin, Tickets $20. Wolf Trap Foundation for the need a lung transplant because of her rector would be weird because of the scary took photos of filming at the many scene Performing Arts | 1645 Trap Road, Vienna. 1- condition, and drawing from her fas- plot but he turned out to be really fun.” locations including the Dolley Madison Li- 877-WOLFTRAP. Redeemer Lutheran Preschool semi-annual cination with surgery and anatomy, Hobson’s mother in real life, Terri Hobson, brary and Great Falls Park. Martin feels, “for consignment sale. 8-11 a.m. Clothes, books, Pauline convinces herself she can per- thought Bates treated her daughter like fam- a short film, it is much more engaging and toys, equipment and accessories for children. form the operation. The story explores ily, and described the cast and crew as “fan- meaningful then I ever expected.” “Exci- Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1545 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean. 703-356-3567 or a strained relationship between a tastic.” The first time she saw the finished sion” has been nominated for “best short [email protected]. mother and daughter. It is a story of film, some of the scenes made her question film award” at the Shockerfest International Brave and Todesbonden. Rock. 6 p.m. $10. neglect, obsession, jealousy and lone- whether she should permit her daughter to Film Festival. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. N.E., Vienna. Call 703-255-1566 or visit www.jamminjava.com. liness told through a blurring of sub- see it as she describes it as “not for the faint Chris Merritt and Kingsfoil. Pop/rock. 9:30 urbia and terror.” of heart..” She eventually allowed her The film, “Excision” will be screening at Spooky p.m. $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Jammin’ rd daughter, who was only 10-years-old dur- Movie: 2008 The 3 Annual Washington D.C. Inter- Java, 227 Maple Ave. N.E., Vienna. Call 703- national Horror Film Festival on Oct.17 in Fairfax. 255-1566 or visit www.jamminjava.com. MANY LOCAL ACTORS and ac- ing filming, see the film that she helped cre- To learn more about the film visit Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League tresses jumped at the opportunity to ate. www.excisionfilm.com. See Calendar, Page 13

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MPA Exhibitions McLean Project for the Arts Fall Exhibitions, through Oct. 25. Professional Emerson Gallery, Jo Smail: the Limits of Language, selected from Picture Framers ten years work. Atrium Gallery, Pat Experienced Designers Goslee: Memory/full, atmospheric Extensive Selection mixed media works. Ramp Gallery, Expert Advice Sangbok Lee: Contemplation on Nature, works that evoke a medi- Langley Shopping Center, McLean, Virginia tative stillness and quiet through 703-356-8477 color, texture and form. McLean www.colorwheel.net Project for the Arts, 1234 Ingleside Inspiring Creative Solutions Ave., McLean. Open Tuesday-Fri- day, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Call 703-790-1953 or visit www.mpaart.org. HOW TO GET YOUR ORGANIZATION’S SPECIAL Jo Smail, Opting for Mobility, oil and acrylic on canvas. EVENTS IN THE CONNECTION Mulligan at VAS Calendar Listings Places and Times Remembered, by Shirley Mulligan at the Vienna The Connection Newspapers contain a Calendar of Arts Society Gallery. Through Nov. 9; gallery hours are Tuesdays through Upcoming Events every week. While we cannot Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.. guarantee that every event we receive information Mulligan began studying watercolor and oil in 1979, and a few years about will be listed, here is the information we need later she began studying pastels. The Vienna Arts Society Gallery, 513 for your upcoming event to be considered for the Maple Ave. W., Vienna. For more information call 703-319-3220. Calendar. We welcome photographs of similar events held previously, which sometimes appear with Daisies, watercolor by Calendar items. Shirley Mulligan Name of Event: Day of the Week, Date and Time: Name of the Place Event will Be Held: Address of the Place Event Will Be Held: Winners at Name and Phone Number for More Information: Vienna Art Three Sentences Describing the Event: Please submit your calendar information at least Center two weeks before your event. Clear photographs from similar previous events are always welcome. Madeliene Chen has won first place in this year’s “Retro Funk” All events should be open to the public. We give show, with Laura Howell second, first priority to free events. Send listings to: and Gertrud Mohr-Friedrich third. Calendar, Connection Publishing, Inc., Pauline Lofano and Lassie Corbett 7913 Westpark Drive, McLean, VA 22102. were awarded honorable men- Or Fax to 703-917-0991. For more information, tions. The Vienna Art Center, 115 call 703-917-6444. Pleasant St. N.W., Vienna. Call 703-319-3971 or visit www.viennaartssociety.org. www.connectionnewspapers.com Madeliene Chen “Napping,” oil

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/The Connection hen the average fourth Wgrader stands around four feet tall, someone who stands at seven feet seven inches is bound to stick out. This was the case at Spring Hill El- ementary School on Friday morn- Gheorghe Muresan meets Spring Hill Elementary’s classes ing, Oct. 3, when former profes- four through six promoting “The Boy’s Fitness Guide.” sional basketball player Gheorghe Muresan visited the school. Muresan spoke in front of students in grades four and his brother J.C. Hopkins started their series as through six throughout the morning to promote the “how-to” books for young men and “The Boy’s Fit- book “The Boy’s Fitness Guide,” the latest in the Boy’s ness Guide” seemed like a must. In collaboration with Guide Books series. The book illustrates several ex- Muresan and Rares “Nick” Morar, a former Roma- ercises that students, both boys and girls alike, can nian teammate and now local trainer, the foursome do at home. With a child-friendly layout, including made this handbook for children. pictures and a simple reading level, the book aims at encouraging physical fitness. Frank C. Hopkins See Muresan Promotes Fitness, Page 17

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16 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ October 15-21, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Schools Muresan Promotes Fitness From Page 16 the audience’s attention. Tilting their heads back far- Quality Paints & Finishes AT SEVEN FEET SEVEN INCHES, Muresan is the ther than they ever imagined just to see Muresan’s tallest player to ever play in the NBA – the reason his face, the students listened as they learned about the Benjamin Moore Faux & Architectural jersey number is 77. The Romanian-born player didn’t “Fitness Circle” that includes exercise, nutrition, and Devine Finishes start playing basketball until he was 14 years old. He body care. Hopkins, Morar, and Muresan discussed Cabot Farrow & Ball perfected his game while playing for his country’s everything from proper eating and sleeping habits Sikkens national team as well as professionally in France be- to methods of getting in shape. The group also made fore he was drafted by the Washington Bullets in the their presentation interactive by asking the students Langley Shopping Center, McLean, Virginia 1993 NBA Draft. Plagued with injuries throughout his questions, such as “How many muscles are in the 703-356-8477 career, Muresan still enjoyed great success by leading human body?” — there are about 600 — and what www.colorwheel.net the league in field goal percentage for two consecu- are their favorite healthy snacks. The students also Inspiring Creative Solutions tive seasons and was named the NBA’s Most Improved took part in activities that demonstrated some of the Player during the 1995-96 season. He spent the end book’s concepts, such as the abdominal exercise “the of his NBA career with the New Jersey Nets, retiring Plank,” and a game of locating 14 of Mursean’s at the end of the 1999-2000 season. Outside of bas- muscles by placing stickers on them. ketball, Muresan also tried his hand at acting in com- Spring Hill’s students returned the fun and joyful mercials, music videos, and costarring alongside Billy laughs to the presenters. When opening up the floor Crystal in the 1998 film “My Giant.” for questions, Muresan was asked, “How did you get Despite his professional background, it was his so tall?” while another student wondered if Nick height and the group’s presentation that captured made his dogs get in shape too. School Notes

Twenty-one students at The Potomac Oakcrest School’s Anatomy and Council of Teachers of English. Each par- School have been named as National Merit Physiology class will host Christine ticipant submitted a sample of his or her Scholarship semifinalists: Taylor Davis, Shamloo, RN, Director for Emergency best writing in any form or genre as well Mimi Dwyer, Adam Gerchick, Preparedness Education and Training at as an impromptu essay on a predeter- Katherine Hussey, Tory Kornick, Washington Hospital Center on Tues- mined subject. For 2008, 1,789 juniors James McElwain, Louisa Cannell, day, Oct. 21. Shamloo will speak about submitted portfolios; of that group, 525 Izzi Conner, Philip Diamond, Louis the neurological signs and symptoms of were selected for the Achievement Glazer, Calvin Jory, Johannes strokes and the care of stroke patients. Awards. The local winners include Ken- Lohner, Gregory Mayer, Stuart neth Burchfiel and Chelsea Sparta Price, David Scott, MacKenzie Several Fairfax County Public Schools of McLean High School, Sarah Smith, Kaison Tanabe, Doug students have received certificates for Applegate, Carolyn McCallister and Wackerle, Carma Yaghi, Stanley superior writing in the 2008 Achieve- Emma Pierson of Thomas Jefferson Campbell and Phillips Mitchell. ment Awards in Writing by the National High School for Science and Technology.

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From Page 10 when you leave the room or turn- of the McLean Community Center. energy conservation and envi- ing down the thermostat when In the article “MCC Cuts Tax Rate” ronmental protection if they are everyone leaves for work and you state that the existing operat- given the direction and the oppor- school. ing fund was “more than $10 mil- tunity to succeed. Everyone wants Following up on the energy fo- lion” and the “total operating fund to be a part of something that rum, scheduled in conjunction with is expected to grow from makes a real difference — we are last weekend’s sales tax holiday for $10,825,476 to $11,476,201 in an informed and engaged citizenry products with the EPA’s EnergyStar the 2010 fiscal year.” — and last Tuesday’s forum and WaterSense designation, we The funding in question is really proved that point! will include an ongoing effort to the end-of-year fund balance. This Ivy Main of McLean, one of the provide information online about is the surplus made up largely of presenters at the forum gave a talk home energy conservation. You can vaguely defined pots of money re- entitled “The Lazy Cheapskate’s access a list of energy efficiency and sulting from the windfall in tax Guide to Going Green.” All of us, conservation resources at receipts created by the bubble in as busy and stressed as we are in www.vanderhye.com and a list of housing prices and the refusal of these difficult economic times, can related resources at Supervisor MCC Governing Boards to reduce appreciate the sentiment behind Foust’s Web site, the tax rates correspondingly. Even Walk Like MADD 2008 her title! She made three impor- www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dranesville. in FY 2010 the pot grows by tant points in her talk. First, it is We look forward to working to- $959,424. I have proposed reduc- Saturday, November 1, 2008 better to invest than to spend gether with all our citizens to make ing this growth to zero, leading to We need your help now more than ever! when trying to save on energy. In even more progress toward energy a reduction in the tax rate to 1.83 Drunk driving crashes continue to kill and other words, whatever you pay to conservation in our community. cents (say 1.90, to give the MCC seriously injure too many people. Survivors, insulate or to have energy saving Thank you all for caring. the benefit of the breakage). friends and family are left with years of appliances should be recovered by emotional, medical, legal and financial struggles. your energy cost savings. Second, Margaret Vanderhye John B. Walsh It’s time to eliminate drunk driving! it’s easier to make one decision Member, Virginia House of McLean Who: Everyone—children, teens, adults, families, pets! than 10. For example, investing in Delegates (D-34) What: 5k non-competitive walk an energy audit may be a good When: Saturday, November 1, 2008 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. way to prioritize projects; start Full Disclosure Where: Lake Fairfax Park, 1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston, VA Putting Numbers To the Editor: How: Register online at www.WalkLikeMadd.org (select “Fairfax, VA”) with decisions that give you real value for your investment. Finally, I find it interesting that a medi- • Be a Team Captain! • Bring Your Dog! • Win Prizes! In Perspective habits are easier than decisions. If cal doctor would demand full dis- • FREE Food! • Fun Activities! Sponsored by you (and your children) have good To the Editor, closure of one’s private medical For more information, contact: Karen Horowitz habits about saving energy at In your last edition a simple ty- records without providing a full [email protected] • Phone: 703-379-1135 home, you don’t even have to pographical error creates a major disclosure herself [“Doctors Ap- think about turning off the TV misconception about the finances peal for Disclosure,” Connection, Oct. 8-14]. Nancy Bruckner’s let- ter suggests that she is concerned because of her experience as a Visit These Houses of Worship dermatologist. 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One just has to remem- Cathedral of St Thomas More...703-525-1300 Churches-Episcopal Our Savior Lutheran Church...703-892-4846 Trinity United Methodist...703-356-3312 Our Lady of Lourdes ... 703-684-9261 St Michael S Episcopal Church...703-241-2474 Walker Chapel United Methodist ber the job that it tried to do on a Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic…703-979-5580 St Paul Episcopal Church...703-820-2625 Churches-Nazarene ...703-538-5200 decorated American hero Gen. St Ann Catholic Church...703-528-6276 St Peter’s Episcopal Church...703-536-6606 Arlington First Church of David Petraeus. 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By KENNETH B. LOURIE 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 26 Antiques 28 Yard Sales 100 Music Not that I want — or need — the Federal Government to understand the kinds of We consign/pay top $ for HUGE SCHOOL-WIDE YARD SALE Piano Lessons- financial choices I regularly make but I was antique/semi antique furn. ROCK SPRING your home including mid century & somewhat amused, after the passage of the PRESCHOOL Guitar, Clarinet, Flute, danish modern Teak Saturday, October 18th “Bailout” bill, to learn that the Federal Saxophone, Drums + furniture, sterling, mens (8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) Government (meaning Treasury Secretary more watches, painting/art glass, Quality home, baby & Henry M. Paulsen, Federal Reserve Board children items from over Serving Northern Va. clocks, jewelry, costume 100 families Chairman Ben S. Bernanke, among others jewelry, etc. Call Schefer 5010 Little Falls Rd, Traveling Teachers above and below their respective pay Antiques @ 703-241-0790. Arlington 703-385-8229 grades) haven’t quite figured out exactly We tune pianos too! how and what “toxic” mortgage-related 21 Announcements 21 Announcements securities and/or non-performing debt they’re actually going to buy/assume. To Novena to St. Jude: May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be Employers: summarize, they don’t know what the heck adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world, they’re going to pay for first. And according now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, Are your Worker of Miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, help of the to some economists/talking hopeless, pray for us. Say nine times a day for eight days. recruiting ads heads/pundits/government officials, the It has never been known to fail. not working in bailout, such as it has presently been Thank you, St. Jude. Publication must be promised. passed, may not even have enough money 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements Thank you St. Jude. J.K other papers? in it to pay for the obligations that the 21 Announcements 21 Announcements Try a better Congress has just legislated a responsibility way to fill to do so. Gee, that’s too bad. Welcome to Foster Care/Adoption: your my world and don’t let the door hit you on Make a difference in the life of a child the way out. employment If I understand what news reports I’ve who needs you. openings Be a foster or adoptive parent and help a child and heard and some of the articles and opinions

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However, given the responsibility and difficulty of juggling incoming versus outgoing, it almost feels like I’m paying bills just so that I can continue to work. Because if the bills aren’t paid (in a timely fashion), I might not be in the mood, shall we say, to present myself as an employee worth keeping (meaning one who gets paid). I might be unable to keep my financial circumstances from getting the best of me. After all, I’m only human. I have feelings and frailties and not having enough money to meet my obligations will make 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements Kenny a dull and depressed boy. And if I understand correctly, it looks like the Federal Government is, at least on paper, and at present, in the same kind of boat. A boat that probably won’t sink, but one that is definitely taking on water (no wonder it’s called a “bailout” bill). We’re not sunk, yet, by any means. We are listing, though, and there appear to be rough seas ahead. But it’s nothing that many Americans haven’t been faced with before, in some way or another. We’ll make it. We may be changed by the experience but so what, sometimes change can be a good thing, especially if citizens weren’t expecting any money back from their $700 billion Government bailout. Kenny Lourie is an Advertising Representative for The Almanac & The Connection Newspapers. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ October 15-21, 2008 ❖ 23 Food and Drink Wine Dinner Eat Crab Feast. Sunday, Oct. 19, 1-4 p.m. 0402-6 Crabs, hotdogs, door prizes and raffles. Live at Wildfire music by Kenny Rogers and His Blue Grass Band. Adults $37 in advance, $39 at the Wildfire Tysons Galleria will be host- door. Children ages 5-11 $15. Groups of ing a special wine dinner with the wines of eight or more, $35 each. Funds raised help Stags’ Leap Winery. Lions activities providing eyeglasses and The event will be held on Tuesday, Oct. support eye disease research. Dunn Loring 28 at the Wildfire Tysons Galleria location Fire Department, 2128 Gallows Road, Dunn (1714 International Drive McLean). Guest Loring. Contact 703-573-2733 or speaker Andrea Christensen and Executive [email protected]. Chef Steven Lukis will combine their tal- ents to create what promises to be a memo- Oktoberfest arrives to McLean. The rable evening. Reception - 6:30 p.m.; Din- Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce and ner - 7 p.m.; $130.00 per person all inclu- McLean Young Professionals invite residents sive. To view the menu, visit and businesses to celebrate McLean with www.wildfirerestaurant.com and for more German themed cuisine, beer, wine, music information or to make a reservation, con- and an Oktoberfest event at the Pavilions tact Michelle Bringham (Wildfire Tysons of Turkey Run at Claude Moore Colonial Galleria Office Manager) at 703-442-9110. Farm. The event takes place on Oct. 22, from Champagne and Dessert Gala: 6 to 9 p.m. at 6310 Georgetown Pike in Friends of the Oakton Library celebrate the McLean. Sponsors include J.R.’s Picnics, The first anniversary of the library on Saturday, Sierra Club, Capitol Wealth Management, Oct. 18, 7:30 p.m. Guest author David Adzig Logo Promotions, Cavendo and the Baldacci, cofounder with his wife of the Barbados Tourism Authority. Wish You Well Foundation, a nonprofit or- Attendees may purchase an all inclusive ganization dedicated to supporting literacy ticket for food, wine, beer, a live DJ, prizes efforts. Oakton Library, 10304 Lynnhaven and a giveaway bag from businesses. Tick- Place, Oakton. Tickets purchased by con- ets are $20.00 - all are welcome. tacting [email protected] To register, visit www.mcleanchamber.org Merrifield Lions Club All You Can Meeting Heroes From Page 6 groups, and musical performances and want Vinson can carry up to 85 planes and to continue with those traditions. Principal 5,500 personnel. Wolsey and Carrillo pro- Bob Fuqua explains how the Fairfax County vided details such as these in answering the Public School board asked that its schools students’ questions in the interview. look for opportunities to find more ways to The two crew members described the be involved with the community and he saw many places that they had traveled to and this “multigenerational” connection with what life on the ship is like. When asked VHRC as the perfect way to fulfill that. what his favorite part of serving in the Navy “We’re really hoping that these events will was, Carrillo said, “One of the best things give both the students and residents a great is getting a chance to go to my hometown experience. It will give our students life and meeting people who are grateful for skills to be mindful stewards of the com- your service.” munity,” says Fuqua. This visit from the crew serves as a kick- Luckily for the students, they had great off to VHRC’s and Chesterbrook’s events for role models in the room with them to look the year. For the past few years, the two up to that morning with the residents from have coordinated on a number of activities Vinson Hall Retirement Community and the such as book talks, art projects, debate crew members of the USS Carl Vinson. People

R. Carter Pate of days of leadership McLean has been training with coach- promoted by ing by some of the top PricewaterhouseCoopers women trailblazers in LLP to the role of the country. Ross – managing partner of who was one of more

the U.S. Advisory Contributed than 3,000 women Practice. In this role, with great ideas who Pate will have day-to- applied for Women day responsibility for Rule!, the first-ever the management of leadership project SEE YOUR NAME IN PRINT! the firm’s U.S. Advi- contest held by O, The sory Practice and will R. Carter Pate Lindsay Ross Oprah Magazine and Be the first person to fax in the correct crossword report to Juan the national, non-par- Pujadas, Global and U.S. Leader of the Advisory tisan White House Project - will take what she puzzle answers each week, and we’ll put your name Practice. learned at Women Rule! and implement it into Pate will continue to serve as leader of the her personal project that provides a support here! Fax the completed puzzle, with your name, the global and U.S. health industries group, a role network and income security for at-risk youth, puzzle number, and the time and date of the fax, to the he was appointed to in 2007, in which he over- specifically foster children. sees services across all health-related industries. “In college I studied the Civil Rights Act of Crossword Puzzle Desk, fax #703-917-0998. Pate joined PricewaterhouseCoopers in 1994. 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and 0316-1 He has more than 25 years of experience in pro- was awed by how these laws crippled the insti- Note: Due to space limitations, the crossword may not appear from viding strategic management counsel, tution of Jim Crow. time to time. In that case, you may look on our Web site: implementing financial systems and working The power of legislation to provide civil rights www.connectionnewspapers.com and click on the “Print Editions” button. with both the public and private sectors. and liberties inspired me to propose legislation It should appear in a newspaper from a different Classifieds zone. where I could make a similar impact for another Lindsay Ross, 25, of Vienna was one of the vulnerable segment of our society—children.” 80 standouts invited to New York City for three says Ross.

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T up its regular season schedule ers Caitlin Baker I believe we with a non-district home game and Elisa against Washington-Lee (Arlington) earlier Enriquez-Hesles, can get this week. Following that contest, the High- senior Mary D landers were going to set their sights on the Alesandro and there.” Liberty District tournament, which is sched- junior Olivia -McLean Field uled to begin on Thursday of this week. Applewhite, who

Courtesy Photo It has been an outstanding season for leads the team in Hockey Coach McLean, which going into this week held goals scored. Summer Hardman an impressive 10-4-2 overall record under Hardman said first year head coach Summer Hardman. her team has thoroughly enjoyed ex- The Highlanders, depending on outcomes periencing a breakout winning sea- of earlier week district games, are most son. likely going to be a No. 3 or No. 4 seed for Langley High’s Eunice Yoon (4), a junior midfielder, goes hard for the “They are not used to the [game] the district tournament, which would mean ball as McLean’s Caitlin Baker defends during an earlier season girls’ outcomes they have seen this year,” playing at home in the initial round. They field hockey contest. Both the Saxons and Highlanders begin play in the said Hardman, whose team is 3-2-1 in will play Jefferson, Langley or South Lakes Liberty District tournament this week. district play. “They are confident and in first round play. Whoever McLean ends the community as a whole is excited.” up playing, it must win in order to qualify at district rival Madison on Oct. 7. The High- Hardman said her squad has been focused McLean was scheduled to celebrate for the upcoming 16-team Northern Region landers had won their two games prior to on qualifying for regionals all season. Any- its Senior Night in the regular season tournament. A first round district tourna- that, district victories over South Lakes, 3- thing less would be a heart-break. final game against Washington-Lee. ment loss will end the Highlanders’ season. 1, and Jefferson, 1-0. But the loss to the “It’s what we’re shooting for, the Seven seniors were tabbed to be hon- A first round win, however, would not Warhawks was perhaps a little bit of a wake- regionals,” said the coach. “I believe we can ored in pre-game ceremonies. Those only qualify McLean for regionals, but up call for McLean as it prepares for the get there.” McLean 12th graders are: Mary D would also advance Hardman’s team to next postseason. Hardman, a former player herself, real- Alesandro, Alexis Koeppen, Malaika Tuesday’s district semifinals. The two dis- “Because of the loss last week, I don’t izes that anything can happen during the Pacque, Carolyn Postol, Annie trict semifinal winners will move on to the think we’ve peaked yet,” said Hardman, postseason. The regular season only helps Ruehlin, Maggie Streeten and Molly following night’s championship game. Both pleased with her team’s overall record but as much as building a team’s confidence and Welch. the district semifinals and finals are sched- realizing the season could come to a quick earning a good seeding for the playoffs. Hardman said she planned on start- uled to be held at Madison High School in halt with a first round playoff loss. “Hope- Upsets occur all the time in sports. ing each of the seven seniors against Vienna. fully, we can gain some confidence this week “It can be very unpredictable when you the Generals in tribute to what they Early last week, McLean lost a 2-0 game [in the regular season finale against W-L].” go into tournament time,” said Hardman. have brought to the program. Sports Roundups

The McLean High girls’ volleyball team. Through the team’s first three games, squad’s winning ways continued on Oct. 6 Culbreath was leading the Tigers in touch- with a non-district win over the Edison downs (4). He has rushed for 261 yards (4.6 Eagles. The Highlanders defeated Edison in average yards per carry) and three touch- Photo by three straight games (25-19,25-18,25-14). downs. He has also caught seven passes for With the match win, McLean’s overall 25 yards and a score. Princeton, going into record improved to 9-2. Earlier this week, last Saturday’s game at Colgate, was 2-1 on Craig Sterbutzel McLean, which is 2-0 in Liberty District play, the season. The Tigers lost their opener at was scheduled to host district and local ri- The Citadel, 37-24, on Sept. 20. Since then, val Langley on Tuesday. The two teams were Princeton has beaten Lehigh at home, 10- celebrating the “Dig Pink” event on that 7, on Sept. 27, and Columbia, 27-24, on night, a fund raiser for the Side-Out Foun- the road on Oct. 4. Culbreath, who is 5-foot-

dation for breast cancer research. McLean 11 inches, 195 pounds, wears jersey No. 21 /The Connection has raised over $900 through donations and for Princeton, a member of the Ivy League. a bake sale and was hoping to exceed its $1,500 goal through the sale of pink t-shirts The Vanessa Penn VIP Memorial at Tuesday’s game. McLean will travel to Soccer Tournament in Great Falls took Stone Bridge High in Ashburn on Thursday place this past holiday weekend. Seventy- for another district match. four teams were scheduled to participate with 120 games taking place overall. Fifty Jordan Culbreath, a 2006 Marshall games were to take place at the new Ber- McLean High football coach Jim Patrick and the Highlanders lost a tough High graduate, is a junior running back for muda grass Nike fields on Utterback Store 21-7 Liberty District home game to South Lakes last week. This Friday the Princeton University (N.J.) football See Roundups, Page 27 night, the Highlanders will celebrate their Homecoming against Jefferson. 26 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ October 15-21, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Sports Photo Courtesy/Colonial Athletic Boosters

From Page 26 Road. Other games were to take place at Leo/Grange (off Georgetown Pike), as well as in Reston at Lake Fairfax and Baron Cameron, and at Hutchinson in Herndon.

Burke Lake was the site of an Oct. 1 Liberty District cross coun- try meet in which Thomas Jefferson, Langley, Madison and Stone Bridge High all competed in boys’ and girls’ races. The Two McLean residents and one from Vienna are members Jefferson boys’ varsity won its of the Thomas Jefferson High girls’ cross country team quad at the meet. Colonial runner that finished first at the Carlisle Invitational in Carlisle, Ian Rappaport of Vienna was Pa. on Sept. 27. The team includes, left to right: Katherine among the top six finishers. In the Sheridan (Vienna), Sarah Stites (Reston), Lisa Junta girls’ race, Sarah Stites of Reston (Springfield), Neesha Schnepf (McLean), Sarah Nielsen led Jefferson to victory with one of (Reston), Margaret Coad (Arlington), and Stephanie the team’s best-ever times on the Marzen (McLean). Burke Lake course. Stites was first overall with a time of eighteen min- utes, 45 seconds, outpacing defend- McLean High girls’ ing Liberty District champion cross country runner Lauren Shaw of Langley. Shaw was Samantha Audet (left), second with a time of 19:04. a senior, races at the Jefferson’s Katherine Sheridan, of Oatlands Invitational Vienna, came in third place at earlier this season. 19:07. The Highlander girls’ In the JV races, Jefferson was led and boys’ teams will by Jonathon Phillips of Herndon be competing at the (16:49), who gave a spirited per- upcoming Liberty formance only to be nudged at the District champion- finish line by Langley runner ships on Oct. 22 at Tommy Bylund (16.48). Burke Lake Park.

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