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versary Anni News ReviewAn Independent Newspaper VOL. 75, No. 41 15 Crescent Rd., Suite 100, Greenbelt, MD 20770-1887 AUGUST 30, 2012 75th Anniversary City Opposes Waste Plan; Greenbelt Labor Day Festival Gains Access to UM Bus Still Offers Varied Activities by Barbara Hopkins The Greenbelt Advisory Com- the plan of Austin, Texas, which by Cathy D. Knepper mittee on Environmental Sustain- also is striving for net zero waste ability (GreenACES) recently an- by 2040, meaning that only 10 Greenbelt’s Labor Day Festival During the 1950s and 1960s City officials and the paper had nounced its opposition to Prince percent of its waste would be stands out as the town’s foremost the fairs continued to evolve. their hands full then covering the George’s County’s draft 10-year sent to a landfill. Austin plans celebration, beginning that first Early ones focused on raising continually changing zoning and plan for solid-waste management. to increase recycling by govern- summer in 1938 after residents money for the Greenbelt Youth development situation. The county, which must submit ment, business and the general arrived. In 1938 the Junior Citi- Center. By 1961 this challenge A News Review reader took a plan to the state by the end public, and to reduce city waste zens Association organized races, had been met as the Youth Center over for them in the July 9 is- of the year, had released a draft and make the waste stream more games and a parade. It was also was dedicated during that year’s sue: “I think it is disgraceful plan to build a new solid waste efficient. the time of the first town fair in Festival. that we’re not having this suc- transfer station for compacting Councilmember Edward which people could compete for In following years the Festi- cessful affair. It is known that trash before it is carried by truck Putens suggested that Austin’s ap- prizes for their gardens, canned val became the premier event, some former Greenbelters return or train to a disposal site out of proach could be a starting point, goods, baked goods and needle- bringing together all community to Greenbelt on their vacation the county. At its regular meet- and said he hoped the committee work. organizations and town residents. just for the [July 4] celebration. ing on August 13, the Greenbelt would have other suggestions Exhibits illustrated all religions Aspects of the celebration were Everyone looks forward to it, the City Council addressed this issue when the county holds public in town. The fair had musi- continually added, and only a few young children, the teen-agers along with several other items hearings. cal programs, athletic contests, subtracted, leading to the current and older people.” with an environmental focus. Putens’ motion to follow the marionette shows and concerts. four-day extravaganza. If you After this letter appeared, Recommendations GreenACES recommendations Twenty-two organizations in the want to know what Greenbelt Greenbelters stepped forward to GreenACES asked council passed unanimously and council community participated. Joseph holds dear, look to the Festival, hold the Festival. to send a letter to the county agreed to send county officials a “Pop” Cipriano, a long-time area which reflects every facet of On rare occasions the fair stating opposition to the draft letter saying the city is opposed resident and colorful promoter of town life. reflected a division within the plan and asking the county to to the draft plan and ask for a the fair, appeared in early parades Cancel Fireworks? city, as well as in the entire na- develop a plan prolonging the delay in the state deadline so the with his donkey pulling a cart of In 1964 city officials made the tion. Community groups, except life of the landfill through in- county has time to hold public fresh flowers. decision to cancel Fourth of July those in partisan politics, had creased waste reduction, reuse, hearings. During World War II, how- fireworks and it looked as if they always been welcome to sponsor recycling and composting. In its Sustainable ever, no Labor Day celebration would do the same to the Festi- booths at the Festival. How- request, GreenACES gave exam- As Greenbelt moves to be- occurred. Then in 1945 it joy- val. The News Review, usually ever, in 1966 the local chapters ples of how this approach could come a Sustainable Maryland fully resumed, attracting 5,000 quick to notice such community be implemented and noted that Certified (SMC) community, it participants. deficiencies, did not comment. See FESTIVAL, page 6 it would increase job creation is required to establish a Green throughout the county. Team to coordinate its sustain- John Lippert, GreenACES ability activities. GreenACES chair, told council that the Brown recommends forming a team of Station Landfill will be full in 15 members drawn from envi- Queen Pageant, Then and Now; another six years at current levels ronmental groups (three members of waste generation. He said that recommended), GHI, city council, a number of communities about city staff, apartment complexes How this Event Has Evolved the size of Greenbelt are striv- (two members), the business ing for “net zero waste,” which community (two members), the by Sandra A. Lange would bring volume down to 10 Greenbelt East Advisory Coali- to 20 percent of current values. tion (two members), GreenACES The Greenbelt Town Fair emphasize the importance of He said the county plans to members and those from the – born in 1939 – evolved into education, providing schol- continue current levels of recy- community who express an inter- the four-day Labor Day Festi- arships to the Miss Green- cling but not to increase them. est in being on the team (two val in 1955. At that time, it belt title winners. Lippert also pointed out that members). included street dancing along The Queen Pageant has removing waste to another coun- The motion to follow the rec- Centerway, square dancing always been a Festival high- ty for disposal would increase ommendation carried unanimous- on the tennis courts, evening light. In past years, like transportation-generated pollution ly. Mayor Judith Davis said she entertainment, a majorette today, each contestant has and increase costs. In addition, hoped there would be representa- contest, a boxing show, art a sponsor. But there the the county would be vulnerable tion on the team from Franklin exhibit, parade, a fishing ro- rgola similarity ends. As noted to the entities which control its Park. e deo, athletic contests, carnival p earlier, people voted for waste disposal. k The committee’s request cited See COUNCIL, page 6 rides, games and Bingo and a nic their favorite woman by popularity contest. placing money in jars scat- The Miss Greenbelt Pag- tered around town. Usually eant also began in that year. people dropped pennies into What Goes On PHOTO BY BY PHOTO The first Miss Greenbelt Pag- the jars – sometimes dimes 58th Annual Greenbelt Labor Day Festival Events: eant, open to women between Alice Plaster is crowned Miss Green- or quarters. Friday, August 31 the ages of 15 and 50, was belt in 1974 by her sister Martha, the The American Legion in 7:15 p.m., Outstanding Citizen Reception, Municipal Building, a fundraiser to support con- 1972 Miss Greenbelt. Alice later went those days always sponsored Public is invited. struction of the Youth Center on to chair the pageant. the girl who won because Saturday, September 1 building. the Legion had so many 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Information Day and Community Exhibits, Votes were cast by turn- supporters. However, in Roosevelt Center ing in pennies in collection jars Youth Center was built, the theme 1957 the Fire Department spon- 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., Roller Skating, Community Center Gym set out at various businesses and evolved to “Unity Through Com- sored a candidate whom they felt 6 p.m., Memorial Gathering, behind Mother and Child Statue munity Involvement.” Over the children helped to collect penny had a good chance to win. Sunday, September 2 votes. The woman with the most years, the Pageant has been modi- Then word got around that 3 to 5 p.m., Retro Town Fair, Roosevelt Center pennies to her credit won the fied, streamlined and organized someone had put a $100 check in title. under various directors, becoming the Legion’s jar, which started a 4 to 7 p.m., Miss Greenbelt Pageant, Stage The first Miss Greenbelt – known as it is today as the Miss “war” between the two organiza- Monday, September 3 Mary Emmert Ruleman – was Greenbelt Pageant System. tions. Legion and Fire Depart- 10 a.m. to noon, Parade Competition Changes actually married, with three chil- ment supporters were all writing Monday, September 3 – City and Greenbelt Homes Inc., dren, when she won at the age In 1982, during the height of checks. Miss Fire Department Closed for the Labor Day Holiday of 30! the women’s liberation movement, (Kathleen Madden) eventually In 1956 the rules were slightly the previous swimsuit competition won, the Legion’s winning streak Tuesday, September 4 modified. Entrants had to be was removed. However, the Little finally broken. 7 p.m., Arts Advisory Board Meeting, Community Center single and between the ages of 16 Miss Greenbelt and Junior Miss After that experience, Labor Thursday, September 6 and 25 and the contest was called Greenbelt contests were added in Day Festival rules were changed 7:30 p.m., Greenbelt Homes, Inc. (GHI) Board Meeting, GHI the “Popularity Crown” or “Popu- the 1980s. and the Miss Greenbelt Pageant Administration Building larity Contest.” Later, after the In 1992 the Pageant began to that we know today was born. Page 2 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, August 30, 2012
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"Confound it! I have enough acorns to Letters to the Editor turn this convention around!" Franklin Park in Denial dent Relations personnel had also Review came together at a lun- As the noted radio personality suggested that I move to another cheon to celebrate the lengthy Paul Harvey would say . . . and Franklin Park apartment. I, the service of the three of us, whose now for the rest of the story. tenant, was to bear the expense change of circumstance had Labor Day This is a follow-up to Franklin and inconvenience of a move. forced us to resign. Park’s statements to the News The questions begs: If Frank- We want to express our ap- Luncheon on the Lawn Review printed in the August 9 lin Park had fixed the problem preciation to the organizers of Monday, September 3 page 9 article regarding the in- as they previously claimed, why this special event and to all who Immediately following Labor Day Parade tolerable living situation I have would they encourage me to attended. Adults: $7/Children: $5 Barbecue, cole slaw, baked beans, dessert been subjected to from September move? Looking back on our time Greenbelt Community Church Yes, Franklin Park offered me with the News Review, we 2011 through June 25, 2012 – Crescent Road and Hillside water gushing from my bathroom a $1,200 settlement on August 1 agreed not only that the work ceiling exhaust fan vent on 11 but only after 11 incidents and had been worthwhile – after all, different occasions resulting in after I had filed a court case. we volunteers are keeping this flooding and debris in my bath- The settlement agreement they paper in circulation! – but that room. wanted was not signed because there were personal rewards for The Greenbelt Planning and it included a confidentiality state- each of us as well. Working Community Development Direc- ment that would silence me re- with a group of volunteers who tor has confirmed that Franklin garding these 11 incidents and can be counted on week after Greenbelt Park has one licensed plumber there was no provision for rent week is a unique and gratifying on staff. However the problem abatement. experience by itself. And then persisted without relief for 10 Franklin Park has not provided we have the people of the city, months. The fact that no con- restitution nor have damages who come with their stories, News Review tracted plumbing service was been awarded for breach of the their questions, their complaints brought in by Franklin Park when covenant of quiet enjoyment and and their praise. AN INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER they failed to fix the problem emotional stress endured since We are glad that we worked time after time is unconscionable. September 2011. for the Greenbelt News Review. Incident #10 on June 14 was Mary Babbitt Leonie Penney, 15 Crescent Road, Suite 100, Greenbelt, Maryland 20770-1887 the first time the maintenance Marie Wong, 301-474-4131 • FAX 301-474-5880 Meta Lagerwerff supervisor came to my apart- Appreciation, Thanks email: [email protected] ment, at which time he asked if On July 27, 2012, some 30 website: www.greenbeltnewsreview.com I would consider moving. Resi- staffers of the Greenbelt News Send us a line newsreview Correction Alfred M. Skolnik, President, 1959-1977 In the front page article August 23 “Movie Theater Plans Set To @verizon.net Elaine Skolnik, President, 1977-1985 President Emeritus, 1985- Move Ahead by 2013,” mention was made of a need for a digital screen at Old Greenbelt Theatre. Barbara Simon, president of the Editor: Mary Lou Williamson 301-441-2662 Greenbelt Community Development Corp., writes that a digital Assistant Editor: Barbara Likowski 301-474-8483
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WEEK OF AUG 31 STAFF Jackie Bealle, Virginia Beauchamp, Judy Bell, Rebecca Boggs, Judi Bordeaux, Jessi NOTICE TO GHI MEMBERS Hope Springs Britton, Arlene Clarke, Lynn Clinedinst, Paula Clinedinst, Agnes Conaty, Bill Cornett, (PG-13) Cynthia Cummings, Peter Curtis, Elizabeth Eny, Angie Evans, Joan Falcão, Eli Flam, PRELIMINARY AGENDA Kathleen Gallagher, Anne Gardner, Jon Gardner, Bernina McGee Giese, James Giese, Marjorie Gray, Melanie Lynn Griffin, Carol Griffith, Pat Hand, Stacy Hardy, Sean Hen- GHI BOARD OF Friday derson, Solange Hess, Jeannette Holman, Barbara Hopkins, Larry Hull, Elizabeth Jay, DIRECTORS’ SPECIAL MEETING *5, 7:30, 9:35 Ginny Jones, Sharon Kenworthy, Suzanne Krofchik, Sandra Lange, Amber Larkins, Sylvia Lewis, Jim Link, Catherine Madigan, Lou Ann McCann, Kathleen McFarland, th Cathie Meetre, Janet Meetre, Emma Mendoza, Mary Moien, Marat Moore, Diane Thursday, September 6 , 2012 Saturday Oberg, Heba Pennington, Shirl Phelps, Carol Ready, Altoria Bell Ross, Cheryl Rudd, *2:45, *5, 7:30, 9:35 GHI ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 7:30 PM Ann-Marie Saucier, Yagana Shah, Susan Stern, Jonathan Taylor, Linda Tokarz, Nancy Tolzman, Joanne Tucker, Jean Turkiewicz, Thomas X. White, Jessica Wilde, Renauta York and Dea Zugby. GHI Key Agenda Items: Sunday - Monday *2:45, *5, 7:30 • Yard Line Certification: 4, 6 & 8 Courts Woodland Way & 18 Court Ridge CIRCULATION Core of Greenbelt: Ian Tuckman 301-459-5624 • Proposed changes to GHI Website Recommended by Communications Committee Franklin Park: Arlene Clarke 301-474-1526 Tuesday – THURSDAY • Amazon.com Link on GHI’s Website *5:15, 7:30 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Eileen Farnham, president; Thomas X. White, vice president; Judy Bell, treasurer; Renata • Review of Procedures for Sign Language Interpreters for Deaf Members York, secretary; James Giese; Diane Oberg and Altoria Bell Ross • Review Task Force Recommendations on Vacant Units *These shows at $6.50 DEADLINES: Letters, Articles and ads—10 p.m. Tuesday. Materials for publication may • Review Task Force Recommendations on Unauthorized Rentals Now accepting Visa, Discover and be mailed to address above, deposited in our box in the Co-op grocery store (by 7 p.m. • Non-Smoking Task Force Request for Legal Advice Tuesday) or brought to our office in the Community Center, 15 Crescent Road, during MasterCard for ticket sales only. office hours. Mail subscriptions—$40/year. • Contract for Conversion of 8F Southway Boiler Room to Storage, 1st Reading 301-474-9744 • 301-474-9745 • 2012 Fall Concrete Sidewalk Contract, 1st Reading 129 Centerway • Revision to 2012 Addition Roof Repair Contract, 2nd Reading www.pandgtheatres.com Greenbelt Community Center at 15 Crescent Rd. Regular Board meetings are open to Members OFFICE HOURS: Monday 2 - 4 p.m., Tuesday 2 - 4, 8 - 10 p.m. For more information, visit our website - www.ghi.coop Thursday, August 30, 2012 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 3 Community Events GHI Notes Arts Advisory Board Upcoming Events Rising Stars Featured at Festival Sunday Thursday, August 30, 8 p.m., Meets September 4 At New Deal Café Sunday, September Board of Directors/Finance Com- The Greenbelt Arts Advisory Friday, August 31 pianist John 2 at 2:30 p.m. three mittee meeting (Members Input Board will meet on Tuesday, Guernsey plays classical and jazz groups of the Green- Session, 2013 Budget) – Board September 4 at 7 p.m. at the from 6:30 to 8 p.m., then belt's up-and-coming Room Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Cold Hard Cash returns young musicians and Friday, August 31 through Crescent Road. For additional to the Café with a vocalists in “Greenbelt Monday, September 3 office information call staff liaison Ni- tribute to Johnny Rising” star at this closed. For emergency mainte- cole DeWald at 240-542-2057. Cash from 8 to 11 year’s Labor Day Fes- nance service call 301-474-6011. p.m. tival in “Greenbelt Ris-
Thursday, September 6, 7:30 gardner Offerings Saturday, September ing” afternoon perfor- p.m., Board of Directors Meeting Saturday Bike Ride 1 start with the TV John Show mances at the Green- jon – Board Room To BARC, Festival from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bruce belt Community Center Saturday, September 1 cyclists Tuesday, September 11, 8:30 Kritt plays classical guitar from gymnasium stage (15 a.m., Yardline Committee meet- are invited to join a free group Crescent Rd.). Admis- 4 to 6 p.m., with John Guernsey PHOTO BY social ride to the Beltsville Agri- ing – GHI Library taking over with up-tempo jazz sion is free. cultural Research Center (BARC) Tuesday, September 11, 7:30 piano from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The At 2:30 p.m. Jan Knutson of RPG is one of the and Greenbelt Labor Day Festi- p.m., Nominations and Elec- Cousin John Band headlines with Casper Alex appears young artists performing on Sunday, val. The group will leave from tions Committee meeting – GHI rock and roll from 8 to 11 p.m. with R&B and pop September 2 afternoon as part of the the New Deal Café at 9:30 a.m., Library On Sunday, September 2 The songs on guitar and Rising Stars program. ride through Greenbelt Metro Note: Committee and board Bumper Jackson play traditional keyboard. Greenbel- station (and its new roundabout) meetings are open; members are jazz, ragtime and pre-war country ters know Casper, described as in the summer of 2007 and has to Proteus bike shop in College encouraged to attend. from 5 to 8 p.m. the next “Stevie Wonder,” from played at various venues. Park. Next Week his recent performance at the At about 10 a.m., cyclists will At the Library Tuesday, September 4 Woody New Deal Café. head to BARC and return to Adult Programs Lissauer brings guitar artistry At 3:30 p.m. the group of Jan Roosevelt Center by about 11:30 Join Scouting Night Tuesday, September 4, 7 p.m.: and lyrical poetry to the Café Knutson, David Gardner and Jake a.m. for lunch at the Festival, Historian and author/lecturer Car- from 7 to 9 p.m. The New Old Transgrud, known as RPG, plays Greenbelt Community Church returning to Proteus after lunch. roll R. Gibbs presents an audio- Jamboree, hosted by Ruthie & rock from the 70s and 80s. The 1 Hillside Road Sept 20, Riders of all abilities are wel- Greenbelt, MD 2012 7:00 visual lecture for adults and older the Wranglers, debuts with rock- band formed two years ago and has come; no one will be left behind We are looking for young men from children on “African American in’ American roots music on played at the New Deal Café and (though the group may split to First through Fifth Grades and their Heroines of the Civil War.” Wednesday, September 5 from 7 Greenbelt Middle School. They are parents to come join in the fun !! accommodate both faster and Storytimes to 9 p.m. Thursday, September 6 now attending Eleanor Roosevelt slower riders). For more infor- On Wednesdays and Thursdays from noon to 2 p.m. pianist Amy High School and have added new mation call 301-441-2928. Contact [email protected] a librarian reads age-appropriate C. Kraft plays mid-day melodies, songs to their repertoire. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/greenbeltcubscoutpack202/ stories to children and parents us- with an open microphone session At 4:30 p.m. Poprocks and ing imagination and props. Greenbelt CARES in the evening from 7 to 9 p.m. Coke play modern rock. They Wednesday, September 5, The vocational/educational Friday, September 7 jazz pianist say about themselves on their 10:30 a.m., Drop-in Storytime program of Greenbelt CARES John Guernsey plays from 6:30 Facebook page, “We were the for ages 3 to 5 years. has begun receiving “News for to 8 p.m., then Grateful Dead losers of the town of BH (Ber- Holy Cross Thursday, September 6, 10:30 You,” a weekly newspaper that Jam band The Wharf Rats play wyn Heights). We still are, but Thrift Store a.m., Toddler Time for ages 18 to assists adult readers with reading from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday, we will rise up with our amazing 35 months with caregiver. comprehension and vocabulary September 8 starts with Bruce music and front-man-ness to be Every Thursday Space is limited; pick up a skills. This newspaper will be Kritt on classical guitar from 4 ultimate heroes of modern rock!” 10am – 4pm free ticket for Storytime events at used in the GED and ESL pro- to 6 p.m., then John Guernsey 6:30 p.m. features Cory Drive, the information desk. grams. takes over with up-tempo jazz a six-piece Rock/Alternative band For more information on any piano from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Djes- of high school students from the Good, clean clothes for women, of these programs or events visit Scouting Night Set ben plays jazz, be bop and bossa Bowie area. The band started men and children! the library, call 301-345-5800 or For Cub Pack 202 nova from 8 to 11 p.m. TV John Shoes, jewelry, books, etc. visit www.pgcmls.info. Thursday, September 20 at 7 & the Legendary Band perform More Community Events on Sunday, September 9 from 5 p.m. is Scouting Night at Green- are on pages 4 and 5. 6905 Greenbelt Road Next Peace & Justice belt Community Church for to 8 p.m. Greenbelt, Md. 301-345-5111 Meeting Is Sept. 6 Greenbelt’s Cub Pack 202. On Thursday, September 6 Boys from first through fifth at 7 p.m., the Prince George’s grades are invited to come with County Peace and Justice Coali- their parents for an evening of Lions Club Bikes & Trikes fun and information about Cub Academy tion will meet in Room 103 at Labor Day Parade the Greenbelt Community Center. Scouts. Stadium As part of the group’s Fund Greenbelt Community Church Meet at Mother & Child Statue Theatre Our Communities campaign to is at 1 Hillside Road. For more 9:30AM, Monday, Sept. 3 6198 GREENBELT ROAD shift spending from the military information email cubinfo@ CENTER COURT OF BELTWAY PLAZA budget to community needs, the pack202.org. Prizes awarded for best decorations 301-220-1155 meeting will include discussion www.academy8theaters.com of a petition to the county coun- Most features are $5.00 cil, participation in the Takoma Informal Sunday all day on Tuesdays Park Folk Festival and lobbying Last Weekend of Love at Add $2 for 3D with Rep. Steny Hoyer. The Evening Worship R = ID Required meeting will also include discus- the Greenbelt Arts Center! (!) = No pass, (!!) No pass weekend sion and selection of a film con- Come as You Are! FEATURES & SHOW TIMES FOR: cerning Africa for an upcoming 6:00 p.m. A guest production from Rude Mechanicals Reel & Meal program. WEEK OF AUGUST 31 Community members inter- ested in progressive social change Lysistrata FRIDAY – THURSDAY are invited to attend and participate LAWLESS, R (!) in the meeting. Holy Cross Lutheran Church August 31 & 11:10, 1:40, 4:15, 7:05, 9:40 For more information con- 6905 Greenbelt Road THE POSSESSION, PG-13 (!) September 1 tact Donna Hoffmeister at 301- 301-345-5111 11:35, 2:30, 4:40, 7:20, 9:30 441-9377 or Lucy Duff at just- at 8:00 PM PREMIUM RUSH, R (!) [email protected]. www.myholycross.org 11:30, 1:40, 4:10, 7:30, 9:35 Ticket prices: $17 General HIT AND RUN, R (!) Admission, 2:20, 4:50, 7:20, 9;15 Celebrate Greenbelt’s 75th Anniversary $14 Students/Military/Seniors SPARKLE, PG-13 (!) 11:20, 2:10, 4:50, 7:15, 9:45 Please note: This production is THE EXPENDABLES 2, R (!) GALA Dinner Dance not recommended for 11:30, 2, 4:30, 7:10, 9:35 children under 13. October 13, 2012 PARANORMAN IN 2D, PG (!) 11:40, 1:45, 7 Martin’s Crosswinds For information & reservations, call 301-441-8770 PARANORMAN IN 3D, PG (!) email: [email protected] 4 Purchase tickets or BOOK TICKETS ONLINE at www.greenbeltartscenter.org $65.00 each THE ODD LIFE OF TIMOTHY by September 7th Coming Soon: GREEN, PG (!) September 2 to 3, - ALONIZ! Eleanor Roosevelt 24 Hour Improv Fundraiser 11:20, 1:40, 4:05, 7, 9:20 September 21 - October 13, 2012 - Incorruptible THE BOURNE LEGACY, PG-13 (!)
Registration : 240-542-2058 123 Centerway • Greenbelt, MD 20770 • Located underneath the Greenbelt CO-OP Page 4 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, August 30, 2012 Obituaries
Irene Janosko Irene Hanyok Janosko, 92, died August 23, 2012, in Hyattsville, Md. Born May 17, 1920, she was the last sur- viving child of Michael and Pauline Hanyok, of Barnes- boro, Pa. Mrs. Janosko was a mem- ber of the United Food and Commercial Workers Union. She was employed for 24 years at the Co-op grocery store in Greenbelt. She earned numerous awards, in- Labor Day Festival Features Blues Artists cluding “Checker of the Year” Each year Greenbelt's Labor a.m. with Lisa Lim, a singer, in 1966. Day Festival Committee works songwriter and instrumentalist In 1951 she married Elmer hard to line-up a diverse array of from Fredericksburg, Va. At Janosko, moved to Greenbelt local talent, seasoned musicians 2:30 p.m., three-time Grammy- A favorite with Greenbelters, Mary Shaver will emcee the in 1954 and soon settled in and acclaimed artists. This year nominated musician and com- 12 Court Ridge Road. Their the schedule is jam-packed with poser Mark Stevens (pictured Blues Festival on Saturday, September 1 and perform as well. home was an “open door” to something for everyone, inlcuding above) takes to the stage with many friends and family visit- a full day of focus on the Blues. White Loafer. Mary Shaver and ing the Washington, D.C., area. Emceed by Mary Shaver, a Stevens will team up to perform Mrs. Janosko was a mem- Greenbelt favorite in her own at 5 p.m. and the day wraps up ber of St. Hugh’s Catholic right, the Blues Festival begins with guitar-legend Bobby Parker. Church, Greenbelt, as well as on Saturday, September 1 at 11 from 8-11 p.m. St. Gregory of Nyssa Byzan- tine Catholic Church, Belts- ville. Paint Branch Unitarian Universalist Church Her husband died in 2004. 3215 Powder Mill Road, Adelphi She is survived by many Phone: 301-937-3666 www.pbuuc.org nieces and nephews. Welcomes you to our open, nurturing community Office of Christian Burial was held August 27, 2012, at Sunday at 10 a.m. St. Gregory, with interment at Resurrection Cemetery in Rev. Diane Teichert Clinton. See our website: www.pbuuc.org St. George’s Episcopal Church Join us around a table where all are welcome! Services Mowatt Memorial United Methodist Church • Sundays 8 a.m. simple, quiet service (no music) 40 Ridge Road, Greenbelt 10 a.m. main service Open hearts, Open minds, Open doors Longtime Greenbelter Irene (music includes a mixture of acoustic guitar, piano and organ music) Janosko died August 23, 2012, www.greenbeltumc.org 301-474-9410 Rev. Fay Lundin, Pastor • Wednesdays at the Sacred Heart Home in Hy- 7 p.m. service with healing prayers (no music) attsville, at the age of 92. Our 7010 Glenn Dale Road (Lanham-Severn Road & Glenn Dale Road) sympathy to her many nieces and Worship Service 10 a.m. 301-262-3285 | [email protected] | www.stgeo.org nephews, especially Ellen Hanyok and her brother Mark Hanyok, both of Greenbelt. Condolences to the family and friends of Edward J. Os- Greenbelt Community Church borne of Boxwood, 54, who UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST died on August 23, 2012, after hospitalization for five months. Hillside & Crescent Roads Special sympathy to his mother Phone: 301-474-6171 mornings Barbara and his siblings Bill, www.greenbeltucc.org Bridget, Beth and Cindy. His Sunday Worship funeral Mass was held on Au- 10:15 a.m. gust 29 at St. Hugh of Grenoble Clara Young, Interim Pastor church. "A church of the open mind, the warm heart, To send information for “Our the aspiring soul, and the social vision..." Neighbors” email us at news- [email protected] or leave a message at 301-474-6892. – Kathleen McFarland HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH ST. HUGH OF GRENOBLE CATHOLIC CHURCH 6905 Greenbelt Road • 301-345-5111 135 Crescent Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 Luncheon on Lawn www.myholycross.org • [email protected] 301-474-4322 At Comm. Church Monday, September 3 imme- Mass Schedule: diately following the Labor Day Summer Schedule Sunday 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. Parade, the annual Luncheon on Saturday 9:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. the Lawn will be held at Green- Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Daily Mass: 7:15 a.m. belt Community Church. The Sacrament of Penance: Saturday 3:45-4:45 p.m. luncheon includes beef barbecue, hot dogs, cole slaw, baked beans Holy Cross Lutheran Church is a traditional Bible-believing, Christ-centered congregation! Join Us! Pastor: Rev. Walter J. Tappe and dessert. There is a fee; see Join us on Facebook at Holy Cross Lutheran Greenbelt ad on page 2.
Just as in the world of politics there is Mishkan Torah Congregation 10 Ridge Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 need for free thought, likewise in the Rabbi Jonathan Cohen Cantor Phil Greenfield Catholic world of religion there should be the Community Friday evening services 8:00 PM except first Friday of the month, of Greenbelt right of unrestricted individual belief. when children’s service begins at 7:30 PM MASS (Abdu’l-Baha) Saturday morning services - 9:30 AM Sundays 10 A.M. Children’s Education, Adult Education, Social Action, etc. Municipal Building Greenbelt Bahá’í Community 1-800-22-UNITE 301-345-2918 For further information call 301 474-4223 www.mishkantorah.org ALL ARE WELCOME. [email protected] www.bahai.us Conservative and Reconstructionist Thursday, August 30, 2012 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 5
Register on Sept. 11 For GED Classes Greenbelt CARES will hold its Fall 10-week GED course starting Tuesday, September 11 and continuing through Thursday, City Information December 6. Registration for the course will be held on Tuesday, September 11 from 10:30 a.m. to MEETINGS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPT. 3-7 1 p.m. The first class of instruc- Tuesday, September 4 at 7:00pm, GREENBELT ARTS tion will be held on Tuesday, ADVISORY BOARD at the Greenbelt Community Center, 15 September 11. Crescent Road. For additional information, please contact GED I and GED II instruction Nicole DeWald, staff liaison, at 240-542-2057. are provided. GED classes are held every This schedule is subject to change. For confirmation Tuesday and Thursday for 10 that a meeting is being held call 301-474-8000. weeks at the Springhill Lake Rec- reation Center’s clubhouse, 6101 VACANCIES ON BOARDS & COMMITTEES Cherrywood Lane. Volunteer to serve on City Council Advisory Students are required to show proof of residency (i.e., current Groups. There are currently vacancies on: lease, phone or electric bill, driv- Arts Advisory Board AND Greenbelt Advisory er’s license or Motor Vehicle Committee on Environmental Sustainability Administration ID card). For information call 301-474-8000. There is no charge for Green- belt residents. Nonresidents are required to pay a registration fee. HOLIDAY SCHEDULE All students are required to buy City Offices will be closed Monday, September 3rd, a copy of the GED textbook and in observance of Labor Day. calculator that can be purchased The Greenbelt Connection will not be operating. TICKETS: $65.00 EACH from Greenbelt CARES. Includes: Dining and Dancing to the music of Students must be at least Peaches O’Dell and Her Orchestra REFUSE/RECYCLING SCHEDULE Cash Bar Available. 16 years old to take the GED course. Students are eligible to Week of September 3rd take a free GED pre-test given Monday Route – Collected Tuesday Tickets are available for purchase at Greenbelt CARES. The ac- Tuesday Route – Collected Wednesday Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30pm tual GED test is given by the Wednesday Route – Collected Thursday at the Greenbelt Community Center State of Maryland. However, Thursday Route – Collected Friday 15 Crescent Road students who are ready to take or by calling the test can obtain the appli- There will be no appliance or yard waste collections Carolyn West at 240-542-2058 cation forms from Greenbelt on Friday, September 7th. www.greenbeltmd.gov/75 CARES. Questions and enrollment in- Please purchase your tickets by September 7th! formation regarding either GED I or GED II should be directed to Judye Hering, course instructor, CITY JOB OPENING at Greenbelt CARES at 301-345- Accounting Technician I or II 6660 ext. 2016 or email jhering@ (one position open) – F/T greenbeltmd.gov. Starting Salary $39,686.40 for Accounting Technician I Starting Salary $41,683.20 for Accounting Technician II Family Caregivers Processes payroll using in-house system. Maintains data- Conference 2012 bases of information such as waste collection billings and Starting on August 31 people payroll records. Processes bills if applicable. Prepares may register for the Family check requests for payroll deductions and insurance bill- Caregivers Conference presented ings. Performs special projects, answers incoming telephone by the Prince George’s County calls from customers, prepares and enters journal entries as Department of Family Services needed. Knowledge of computerized municipal account and Aging Services Division. Categories: audit systems, Microsoft Word and Excel. High School di- On Thursday, September 27 Flowers ploma or equivalent and 6 months to one year in accounting from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. partici- practices and procedures required for the Accounting Techni- Vegetables pants can get support, informa- cian I. AA Degree in accounting, or three years of responsible tion and resources for families Baked goods experience in bookkeeping or accounting in another agency who face the challenge of car- Home canned goods or an equivalent combination of education and experience ing for an aging parent, relative, Needlework required for the Accounting Technician II. To view the com- or friend. The conference will plete job specification, benefits summary and apply, log onto provide caregivers with an op- www.greenbeltmd.gov. A City of Greenbelt application is re- portunity to increase their knowl- — quired. EOE ADA edge of services and programs available to caregivers, learn - strategies to reduce caregiver - FIT ‘N’ FUN CARDIO stress and develop a network of Features a variety of cardio including dance, boot resources and support. camp, weights and floor work set to great music! This program will be held Bring weight, water and a mat. Jump rope optional. at Camelot by Martin’s, 13905 M, W, F from 10-11:15am at the Greenbelt Central Avenue, Upper Marlboro. - The keynote speaker will be Syl- --- Community Center, 15 Crescent Road. via Mackey, wife of NFL Hall of Class begins September 10-December 21. Famer John Mackey, speaking on Drop-in Available. caring for self while caring for Visit www.greenbeltmd.gov/recreation and down- others. SEE YOU AT THE LABOR DAY FESTIVAL! load the Fall Recreation Activity Guide for more Pre-registration is required information or call 301-397-2208. for this free event. Registration HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAY! begins on August 31 with a limit of two registrations per call. The BUY YOUR TICKETS FOR THE 75TH GREENBELT ANIMAL SHELTER registration line is open from 10 ANNIVERSARY DINNER DANCE GALA... 550-A Crescent Road (behind Police Station) a.m. to 2 p.m. TIME IS RUNNING OUT! Gunner is a handsome guy. Shortly after this photo was taken he took a For a schedule of Labor Day Events visit leap of faith into the photographer's www.greenbeltlaborday.com arms and began purring loudly. He For 75th Anniversary Events visit enjoys perching on shoulders and Smell Gas? being loved. www.greenbeltmd.gov/75 (Sulfur or rotten eggs) Come out and visit all of the available pets! The shelter is open on Wednes- Call Washington Visit and “Like” the City of Greenbelt on days from 4-7pm and on Saturdays from 9am-12pm or by Facebook at Gas Light appointment. INFO: www.facebook.com/cityofgreenbelt 301.474.6124. Follow us on Twitter 800-752-7520 or 911 Donations welcome! 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FESTIVAL continued from page 1 COUNCIL Preparing for a Fun-filled continued from page 1 Labor Day Festival Weekend In an agenda item affecting a different environmental concern, Putens suggested that Green- belt send a letter to PEPCO and the Public Service Commission asking them to consider mak- ing Greenbelt a pilot project for burying power lines underground. Davis said she hoped people would realize that underground wires are not a “silver bullet” for solving power problems. All council members agreed to follow henson .
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PHOTO PHOTO BY provided a Memorandum of Un- derstanding (MOU) between the “We the People” float in the 50th Anniversary Labor Day city and the University of Mary- Parade shows a replica of the friezes on the side of the land to allow 1,000 city residents Community Center sculpted by Lenore Thomas. The pio- or employees to apply for a pass neer family of Walsh and Evelyn Barcus lived in Green- to ride the Shuttle-UM bus nor- belt for 50 years. One family member still lives here. mally available only to those af- filiated with the university. Staff recommended that the of the American Legion and the Year award. At the Friday eve- passes expire after one year and Disabled American Veterans an- ning Opening Ceremonies, the suggested a fee of $10 to obtain Workers from Rosedale Attractions unload the Giant Slide nounced they would pull out of Outstanding Citizen is announced, the pass, which could be waived in front of the Greenbelt Library. The 58th Annual Labor the Festival if the Committee for a complete surprise for the indi- in cases of economic hardship. Day Festival is scheduled to run through the long weekend. Peace in Vietnam participated. vidual so honored. (The first Out- The cost to the city for this The chairman of the booth com- standing Citizen, Al Cousin, died program would be $4,452 and mittee thus made the decision to just recently, on July 20, 2012.) the Fiscal Year 2013 budget in- bar the Peace Committee from the The Miss Greenbelt Pageant cludes $5,000 to support it. The Festival. then follows, continuing through program will begin September 1. The group then held a success- Sunday when winners of three Council agreed unanimously to ful peace rally at Center School contests are announced: Miss sign the MOU. instead but many in town felt it Greenbelt, Junior Miss Greenbelt “un-American” to bar them from and Little Miss Greenbelt. Win- participation. These events were ners figure prominently in the “A Chemical Reaction” then repeated in 1967 but as anti- Labor Day Parade. Shown in Hyattsville war sentiments spread throughout Midway Opens On Sunday, September 9 at 5 the country, the issue ceased to be On Friday at 6 p.m. the car- p.m. the award-winning documen- so divisive in town. nival midway opens with rides, tary film, “A Chemical Reaction,” Parade marshals David Eisen- games and food. will be shown at Busboys & hower and his fianceé, Julie Nix- Just a small sample of Saturday Poets, 5331 Baltimore Avenue in on, highlighted the 1968 Festival events are Crafty Kids Corner, Hyattsville. The free film tells of sydavar
as an estimated 15,000 people Richard “Reds” Roland Memo- n one of the most successful com- e l lined the parade route. rial Horse Shoes Tournament, a e munity action initiatives in North h Outstanding Citizen slow pitch softball tournament, a American history, led by one BY BY In 1973 the first Outstanding children’s pet show and strategy woman to ban synthetic lawn and s Citizen of the Year award was games. garden chemicals for an entire given, in memory of Pop Cipri- On Sunday this year the Green- Canadian province. PHOTO ano. The award honors a city belt Museum will hold a special A discussion afterward of the Michael Barnes and Matthew Houchens from Public resident who has served the com- event in honor of the city’s 75th possibility for reducing or elimi- munity in an extraordinary fashion anniversary: a retro Town Fair nating pesticides here will be led Works assemble a booth. and the honoree then acts as grand based on that enjoyed in 1938, by producer Paul Tukey, Dr. Di- marshal in the Labor Day Parade. thus bringing the Festival full ana Post, DVM, executive direc- In 1987 the Labor Day Festi- circle. tor of the Rachel Carson Council val reflected the 50th anniversary As always Monday brings the based in Silver Spring and artist th Greenbelt News Review th theme as all events did that year. parade, a celebration which de- Maia Carroll, who has personally A float in the parade titled “We veloped from the beginning with versary versary experienced the effects of pesti- Anni 75th Anniversary Dinner Anni the People” had as backdrop the children on tricycles. Through the cide poisoning. Lenore Thomas relief sculpture years it has gotten larger, until last The screening is the current 6 p.m. Sunday, November 18, 2012 on the school/community center. year approximately 100 organiza- month’s offering in a free series Greenbelt Marriott Three generations of the Barcus tions participated. held at 5 p.m. on the second family represented all three gener- One special aspect of the Fes- Sunday each month in the Arts 6400 Ivy Lane, Greenbelt, MD ations in Greenbelt, the “pioneer” tival, not planned in any way, District of Hyattsville for a va- and the descendants. By this time brings much joy to Greenbelters. riety of events and discussions MENU Selection many Saturday contests, such as Labor Day weekend has become on politics, arts, education, race, (choose 1 entrée per person) watermelon-eating, a diaper derby a time for family reunions and class and culture, the environ- and a three-legged race had be- private gatherings within the larger ment and animal rights plus other ___Chicken with Mushrooms come traditions. framework of the Festival. Re- topics. As the Festival developed over unions are held by people in a ___Grilled Salmon with Soy & Ginger Sauce time, Saturday became Information certain court or in a family. Chil- ___Vegetable Napoleon Day in Roosevelt Center Mall. dren and friends of those who Cost: $50 per person A number of nonprofit organiza- remain come back to reminisce Cost: $45 per person, News Review Staff;$50 per person, all others tions in the city share their work about “old times.” Amount Enclosed: $______for ______person(s) with others, providing information In 1989 I decided to begin re- Celebrate All reservations must be made no later than October 25, 2012. No refunds or about their causes. search for my book on Greenbelt cancellations after that date. The groups are wide-ranging, by going to the Labor Day Fes- including environmental and re- tival. I already knew it was the the best of Name(s) ______ligious organizations and groups most spectacular, all-encompassing supporting children and animals. event in the busy Greenbelt calen- Address:______Special interests are all-encom- dar and it was research in which Greenbelt passing from the St. Columba’s my children could participate. We Home Phone______Cell Phone:______Scottish Country Dance Group, had a jolly time that Saturday see- with your the Greenbelt Farmers Market and ing, doing, riding, eating (the last E-mail address______the Utopia Film Festival to the two perhaps not a good combina- neighbors. Mail check to: News Review Dinner Astronomical Society of Green- tion), learning, watching and lis- Greenbelt News Review belt. Clearly all of Greenbelt’s tening until we could do no more. Greenbelt Community Center enthusiasms are represented. This year, as always, promises to See you at For those few Greenbelters be a wonderful time. Come to the 15 Crescent Road who are not on a Labor Day Fes- Festival! Greenbelt, MD 20770 To receive your tickets by mail, send your check and this form with a stamped, self-addressed tival committee, the first reminder Cathy D. Knepper is the author the Labor Day envelope to the above address. Tickets may also be purchased at the News Review office in of coming events arrives in late of “Greenbelt, Maryland: A Living the Community Center on Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m. The Marriott Hotel is reserving a small number of June through articles in the News Legacy of the New Deal,” pub- rooms at a discounted rate for those who wish to spend Sunday night at the hotel. Contact the Marriott Hotel at 301-441-3700 to make your own reservations. Review seeking submissions for lished in 2001 by Johns Hopkins Festival the Outstanding Citizen of the University Press. Thursday, August 30, 2012 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 7 Greenbelt Homes, Inc. to Change Its Policy on Interpreting Services for Deaf for a GHI pre-purchase orienta- to increased motivation in GHI’s Morse, a board member, said, a representative for the Green- by Heba Pennington tion and developing ways of deaf community. “By establish- “This is one of the best ideas belt Theater Arts asked us for providing feedback on services. ing this policy, GHI will build a since I joined GHI. I agree that feedback regarding interpreting At its August 23 meeting, the The draft plan asks deaf GHI strong relationship with its deaf this policy will encourage more services during their shows. board of directors of Greenbelt members to request an interpreter members,” she said. “I’m grate- deaf members to join.” Need Realized Homes, Inc. (GHI) approved when needed, rather than GHI ful to Alice and Lore for their President Susan Ready con- “But we realized the need a preliminary plan that would automatically providing interpret- hard work on this policy, and I curred in her support, adding, for a more broadly known and revise policy and procedures ers at all events. hope it will be approved and be “The policy needs some changes understood policy last February through which deaf GHI members Mitchell introduced the policy made available for deaf members and clarification.” The board when deaf members attended the request sign language interpreters to the board along with several in the future.” plans to review the proposed GHI Town Hall Meeting at the for GHI events. The proposed deaf and hearing GHI members. Rosenthal, a GHI member for policy and procedures at either Greenbelt Fire Department and policy and procedures were pre- “Like many of you,” she said, “I four years, said, “I’ve worked as the September 6 or 20 meeting. there were no interpreters. That sented to the board by GHI deaf have friends who are deaf. I use an interpreter for 32 years and Updated information about the certainly sparked some interest.” and hearing members, with about sign language but I am not an in- wanted to stress the importance proposed policy and procedures Johnston added, “In my 46 years, 20 people in attendance including terpreter; I just use sign language of providing certified interpreters will be included in the board I’ve never heard of anything like six who were deaf. to hang out with my deaf friends. at the meetings because interpret- meeting minutes posted on the this. It is certainly a big thrill.” The proposed policy, Sign But I’ve noticed several situations ers have two roles – to sign what GHI website at http://ghi.coop/ Mitchell, who had led the Language and Oral Interpreters when the current GHI interpreting is voiced and to voice what is about-ghi/board-of-directors/min- policy development team over the for Deaf Residents of GHI, was policy may not have been well- signed. The board should pro- utes. past few months, said there will introduced by Alice Mitchell, known or well understood. vide interpreters within that ca- At the conclusion of the pro- always be room for improvement Sara Johnston, Dan Short and “We have worked to make pacity so members who are deaf posal, members of the board for the policy and the services it Lore Rosenthal. Board members sure that every aspect of this have full access to open commu- shook their hands in the air, us- provides: “Like all the policies expressed support for the draft policy responds to the needs of nication at all the GHI events and ing the universal sign language and procedures, the sign language plan. The final version will in- the GHI board, the staff and the meetings.” for applause. interpreter policy will always be clude changes and clarifications community including its members Request Form After the board meeting, sev- subject to improvements based developed during a question-and- who are deaf.” To date, Mitch- The proposed GHI sign lan- eral GHI members were inter- on what we all learn from subse- answer discussion with the board ell’s group has identified at least guage interpreter request form of- viewed at the Deaf Brunch that quent experience in using it,” she that followed the formal presenta- 11 GHI members who are deaf. fers options ranging from Ameri- occurs every Sunday at the New said. “We are striving for a bet- tion. The board is expected to Empowers the Deaf can Sign Language (ASL) to oral Deal Café. When asked for com- ter system by setting up an open review the final plan by the end Short, who lives in GHI and is language. Gallaudet Research In- ments, Rosenthal said, “we were communication for services. This of September. deaf, emphasized that “this policy stitute’s 2005 study shows that 72 toying around with developing an policy is a start; it is not finished, The proposed policy includes not only demonstrates the need percent of families with children interpreting policy last year when it will never be finished.” sources of information on GHI for services; it empowers deaf who use sign language do not use events, makes a distinction be- people in seeking interpreting ser- sign language with their children. tween GHI and city events, clari- vices. Deaf people take the re- The same study estimates over Ad Or tE aD? I’Ve gT y Shvl! fies how to request an interpreter sponsibility in requesting services a million people (approximate- and the deadline to notify GHI and GHI takes the responsibility ly 0.38 percent) across all age for cancellation of services. It to locate [and provide] services.” groups in the United States are was agreed that members making Johnston, a GHI member for “functionally” deaf; however, the the request will pay the interpret- 46 years who is deaf, noted that study does not include their pre- ing charges if they fail to notify the previous policy may have ferred primary mode of commu- the office within three days be- made her less apt to attend GHI nication. Many deaf people rely fore the event. meetings and events. However, on visual communication, such as E Cit pi fr Ths AdeTieN. Interpreting Services with the new policy in place, lip reading, cued and oral speech. Se U nA! The proposed policy also ad- Johnston believes “there will be Board members voiced strong dresses arranging an interpreter increased awareness which leads support for the proposal. David PAID ADVERTISING LABO R DAY Thursday, August 30, 2012 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 7
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Based on information released by the Greenbelt Police Department, http://www.greenbeltmd.gov/police/index.htm, link in left frame to “Weekly Report” or http://www.greenbeltmd.gov/police/weekly_report.pdf. Dates and times are those when police were first contacted about incidents. The Department is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information lead- Drug Arrest Motor Scooter, Moped Aggression Is Focus of Police Program ing to the arrest and conviction of a August 18, 10:22 a.m., 5800 suspect in any of the unsolved crimes block Cherrywood Terrace. A Laws Change Oct. 1 September 2 through 8, the state program to combat aggres- 21-year-old Greenbelt man was On October 1 new Maryland police will step up enforcement sive driving and find solutions, reported in the blotter. arrested and charged with pos- vehicle laws will take effect that of traffic violations in the final was started in the greater Wash- Call 1-866-411-TIPS. require all motor scooters and wave of the annual “Smooth ington, D.C., area in 1997 with session of marijuana and pos- People may anonymously report session of drug paraphernalia. mopeds to be titled and insured Operator” program to educate 18 law enforcement agencies He was transferred to the De- and all operators and passengers motorists about the risks in- participating. It issued 62,000 suspected drug activity partment of Corrections for a must wear motorcycle helmets. volved with aggressive driving citations in that first year and by calling the Drug Tip Line Eye protection is also needed if and to stigmatize aggressive was followed by the addition hearing before a district court at 240-542-2145. commissioner. there is not a windscreen. driving behavior. of an awareness and education DWI/DUI Currently it is required only Smooth Operator, a model for component to raise public recog- August 16, 7:45 p.m., 6100 that all motor scooter and moped a coordinated intra- and inter- nition of the problem. block Springhill Drive. A operators possess a valid driver’s 41-year-old Greenbelt man was license or moped operator’s per- arrested and charged with mul- mit. tiple alcohol-related offenses, Information about titling will among other charges, after a be available at www.mva.mary- traffic stop. He was released on land.gov starting October 1. Greenbelt East Advisory citations pending trial. When the title is obtained, the August 19, 1:35 a.m., 5800 vehicle owner will be sent a de- Coalition (GEAC) block Cherrywood Terrace. A cal that must be displayed on the 28-year-old Greenbelt man was rear of the vehicle. Traffic cita- arrested and charged with mul- tions or warnings will be issued tiple alcohol-related offenses, by police starting October 1. Wishing all residents of Greenbelt a among other charges, after a Motor scooters and mopeds traffic stop. He was released on are required to follow the same citations pending trial. rules of the road as bicycles. Vandalism Happy Labor Day Festival and August 16, 5:33 p.m., 7900 Successful Greenbelt 75th Anniversary Celebration block Mandan Road. Graffiti was Two rear car tags were sto- found on an outside wall. len, one from Gardenway and August 21, 1:33 a.m., 6100 the other in the 9100 block of HUNTING RIDGE - GREENBRIAR - WINDSOR GREEN - GREENBROOK ESTATES - block Springhill Terrace. A win- Springhill Lane. dow was broken. Reports of two acts of van- GREENBROOK VILLAGE Vehicle Crime dalism were received: on Gard- GREENWOOD VILLAGE - GREENSPRING I & II - GREENBELT LAKE VILLAGE A dark blue 2008 Kia Spectra enway a side mirror was broken with DC tags DE0608 was taken and in the 5900 block of Cher- August 21 from the 6100 block rywood Terrace a tire was flat- Springhill Terrace. tened.
College Park Farmers’ Market 5211 Paint Branch Parkway (Wells Linson Ice Rink) NOW OPEN New This Year: Free Range Chicken Eggs, Homemade Ice Cream (flavors of the seasons) Wines (from Prince George’s County’s only grape grower)
Fresh herbs • Fresh Cut Flowers • Vegetable Plants • Strawberries • Local Honey • Homemade Baked Goods • Homemade Crafts and much, much more Everyone is Welcome and Please Bring a Friend. New farmers attending this year. Saturdays: 7 a.m. until Noon Opening Every Sat. through Nov. 17 For more information contact Phil Miller, 301-399-5485 Thursday, August 30, 2012 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 9 Penney Holocaust Upcoming Programs Talk at Riderwood At Patuxent Refuge th nnual On Saturday, September 8 at On Wednesday, 9 A 6:30 p.m., Leonie Penney will September 5 from give a talk on “Memories of a 10:30 to 11:30 Holocaust Survivor in the Neth- a.m. at the Patux- Run/Walk erlands” at Renaissance Gardens ent National Wild- in Riderwood, 3160 Gracefield life Refuge children 5 for SIDS Road, in Silver Spring in the through 7 learn about animals, Sponsored by Iverson or SIDS, & Prince George’s Running Club. Garden Room. reptiles, amphibians, birds, fish, If directions are needed, call insects and mammals. Learn SUNDAY September 9, 2012 Kathleen McFarland at 301-474- what makes these animals dif- Greenbelt Lake 6892. ferent and how adaptations help Buddy Attick Park, Greenbelt, Maryland them survive in this hands-on Rain or Shine! Join a Morning Bird interpretive program. Advance START SITE: Buddy Attick Park Entrance: 555 Crescent Road registration is required for this PARKING: Limited At the START SITE and along adjacent Crescent Road Walk at Uhler Area free program. The Prince George’s Audubon Wildlife Puppet Show Additional At the Library/Community Center lots. Enter from library at 11 Crescent Road Society will host a free morning On Thursday, Sept. 6 at 5K Run 1.25 Mile Walk Event Extras bird walk at the Fran Uhler Natu- 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at ral Area on Saturday, September the Visitors Center of the Patux- Registration & Fees: Pre-Register at a savings Registration & Fees: Pre-Register at 9:30 a.m. Magic Show by 1. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the end ent Wildlife Center see a Pup- online at GetMeRegistered.com for ages SidsSurvivalGuide.org through Friday, Sept. 7 Magician Charles Hutchison of Lemon Bridge Road, just north pet Show, Little Whooper’s 10-99 through September 6, Thursday, Midnight or day of event. Free registration–however, 10:00 a.m. Line Dancing Performance of Bowie State University, to see Excellent Adventure. Follow close; or day of event. Fees: $20 in advance, $25 tax-deductible donations are greatly needed by the migrant and resident woodland the life of a very special en- day of event. Free: ages 9 & under. and appreciated. and field birds, waterfowl and dangered Whooping Crane as it Schedule: Start Site: Buddy Attick Park entrance: possibly raptor flyovers in this learns to migrate with the help 7:00 a.m. Registration begins on site 555 Crescent Rd., Greenbelt, MD 20770. Free Breakfast! Patuxent River forested flood- of human friends. The show 7:45 a.m. Start: Kids “Fun Run”, ages 9 & under Schedule: Guitar Sing-Along with Jim, plain. Beginners to experts are lasts approximately 20 minutes. 8:00 a.m. Start: ages 10-99 8:00 a.m. Registration begins on site David, & Jack Stemmle Timing: Professionaly timed by the Prince 9:00 a.m. - 12 p.m. Noon welcome. Waterproof footwear The program is for all ages Actress & Spokesperson Gabrielle George’s Running Club. Start Walkers may start and binoculars are suggested. and advance registration is not Christian Plans to Attend. Call 410-765-6482 for more in- required. To Donate: Extra donations are greatly needed anytime in this time period. formation. The Visitor Center is located & appreciated. An additional donation of $10 per 9:30 a.m. FYI: Most Walkers start around 9:30. Magic Making, Face-Painting Clown Will Entertain Your Kids. on Powder Mill Road between runner will help us meet our goal. Donate online To Donate: Donate online or send checks Mid-Week Bird Walk the Baltimore-Washington Park- or send checks payable to CJ Foundation for SIDS payable to CJ Foundation for SIDS to P.O. Box Pets on Leashes Are Welcome at the Planned at Artemesia way and Rt. 197 at 10901 Scar- to P.O. Box 2426, Hyattsville, MD 20784. Fees & 2426, Hyattsville, MD 20784. To meet our goal, Walk! However, we are sorry that we donations are tax-deductible. we’d appreciate $25 from each walker or $35 per will not be able to accommodate pets at The Prince George’s Audubon let Tanager Loop, Laurel. family. Fees and donations are tax-deductible. the Run. Society will host a free guided bird walk at Lake Artemesia on MVA Announces Why We Walk Contact Us: Pre-Register/Volunteer*/Donate Thursday, September 6 starting Labor Day Closing Our mission is to raise funds for Sudden Infant Online: www.SidsSurvivalGuide.org at 3 p.m. The Luther Goldman The Maryland Motor Vehicle Death Syndrome (SIDS) research and support Phone: Joani Horchler* toll-free at 1-877-WeLoveYou Birding Trail loops around the Administration (MVA) will be for families, and to help fund free Cribs for E-mail: [email protected]. 38-acre lake and along Indian closed for the Labor Day holiday Kids for Infants at Risk & Teen Parenting Mail: P.O. Box 2426, Hyattsville, MD 20784 Creek. Meet at the parking lot at on Saturday, September 1 and programs in Prince George’s County. *Community/Student Service Hours Available. Berwyn Road and Balew Avenue Monday, September 3. Vehicle (*Joani & Gabe lost their only son, Christian, to SIDS in 1991.) in Berwyn Heights. Beginners, Emissions Inspection Program experts and everyone in between (VEIP) stations will also be are welcome. Binoculars are closed on Friday, August 31. suggested. Call 301-459-3375 for more information. Bradley Nature Photos Displayed at Gallery Historic Greenbelt An exhibit of the nature pho- tography of Marylander Janet 301-474-4144 Bradley will be featured through September at the National Wild- life Visitor Center’s Holling- sworth Gallery. Bradley says Millersville that “nature has always felt like a good friend and the perfect place to live peacefully in the 410-987-8800 moment.” Originally from Colorado she now lives in Edgewood where she explores bay shores and area gardens for inspiration. She de- scribes photography as an “addic- tion” that requires a part-time job to support. Visitors can expect to enjoy her “peaceful moments” captured as images of flowers, birds, mammals and scenery in the exhibit. The National Wildlife Visitor Center is located off Powder Mill Road between Route 197 and the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, just south of Laurel. Visit patux- ent.fws.gov or call 301-497-5763 for directions. Genealogical Society Meeting Is Sept. 5 Dental Implants Contribute To A The Prince George’s County Carolyn Genealogical Society will meet Wednesday, September 5 at 7 HEALTHY SMILE p.m. in the New Carrollton Mu- nicipal Building, 6016 Princess by the McCarl Dental Group Garden Parkway. The speaker, after a brief busi- Please visit us online for Special Discounts ness meeting, will be Sharon www.McCarlDental.com Hodges, who will discuss city “Two lower molar implants strengthened my directories as more than a listing of names. jaw bone, consequently improving my bite Meetings, held the first *$45 New Patient Wednesday of the month from and virtually eliminating my TMJ issues,” September through June, except says Carolyn Lynch, who had traditional dental January, are free and all are wel- Introductory Offer come. Offer includes Exam, Cleaning and X-rays ($295 value) implants restored with porcelain crowns.
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toss to designate home team. and forth until an 11-11 tie put the e award, Jamoni has earned a 4.0 But in the first game, Dundalk game into extra innings. In the GPA at Greenbelt Middle School, led all the way. Going into the top of the 10th, Dundalk scored a O BY L where she was inducted into the t
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National Junior Honor Society and p were ahead 13-8. Then two Bel- Greenbelt shortstop Eugene won the 2012 Superintendent’s ters got on base and scored on “Geno” Pinkney – who had made Award. She now is a freshman From left to right, American Legion Commander Mike slugger Willie White’s triple. A a Willie Mays-type “basket” catch in all honors classes at Eleanor Moore, volunteer Jamoni Overby and proud mother Valerie walk, two hits and Fred Bohle loft- earlier, running full-tilt with his Roosevelt High School’s Quality Overby. ed a fly ball to right field – which back to the infield – led off with a Education in Science and Technol- was dropped for a two-base error. double. Jasper Pendergrass singled, ogy (QUEST) program. briar since 1993 and claims that outstanding ERHS students, one A walk followed to load the Clyde Moody walked to load the After dining with her proud “Greenbelt is like a little hidden for scholarship and one for dem- bases, with no outs and Dundalk bases and Diane Gardner – one of mother Valerie as guests at the gem, a little piece of Mayberry.” onstrated military attributes. ahead, 13-12. Tommy Howe then two women on the team – singled Legion on Thursday, August 16, Jamoni lives close enough to Jamoni will probably begin rapped a grounder to the short- over short to tie the game at 12-12. Jamoni was persuaded by Moore to ERHS to walk but might get her volunteer work stuffing en- stop, who bobbled it. Two runs Up stepped catcher Willie lead the Legionnaires in the Pledge a ride from her cousin. “Or I velopes under the direction of scored and Greenbelt had rallied White, who already had two hits of Allegiance at their monthly could walk to school with you,” Kathie Linkenhoker, Post #136’s to win, 14-13. White had three in the game. He swung hard meeting. “That’s your first volun- Valerie said, glancing pointedly adjutant and former commander. hits and Barry Clark had four-for- and drove the ball deep into left teer effort, Jamoni,” Moore smiled at Jamoni, eliciting a big eyeball “It’s real work,” Moore said. four in an across-the-board team field. The Dundalkers could only at the poised young lady. roll. She will be helping to get mem- effort, in the field and at bat. watch it fall, as the winning run Then he read Jamoni’s letter to Every year Legion Post #136 bership information out to 1,600 Second Game – a lucky 13 for the home team the attendees and said, “This is the gives its American Legion Award Legionnaires. A short break, and on to the – scored from third. The Green- type of citizen who makes it such to an outstanding student at “She definitely is a child who second, decisive game, with the belters celebrated their two come- a pleasure to be a Legionnaire.” Greenbelt Elementary School loves to give,” beamed mother Belters winning the coin toss from-behind victories and second- While nibbling on her Caesar and two Junior ROTC awards to Valerie. again. The lead see-sawed back straight division playoff title. salad, Jamoni told Moore and his wife, Audrey, that she had been a jump-rope aficionado with the vaunted Greenbelt Sity Stars for six years but was taking a break from the team to concentrate on her challenging curriculum at Eleanor Roosevelt High School The Best Deal in Greenbelt: Why Wait! (ERHS). Her subjects? “Homeroom, Health, Spanish, Foundations of Technology, U.S History, English Language Arts, lunch (big chuckle Twilight Menu at the table), Geometry and Biol- ogy,” she recited, deftly checking her iPhone. 2 Dinners for $22 Little Gem Dinner includes choice of soup or salad, entrée and dessert. Mother Valerie assured the table that Jamoni was not a tweet-ad- TUESDAY THRU THURSDAY 5-7PM
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