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Students Typical Formula play violins in the inter- Minority Student Achievement mediate orchestra, Committee hosts math institute. directed by Willow By Maya Horowitz two weeks.

/Centre View /Centre Springs Centre View This is the third summer math Elementary institute but the first in a while. orchestra ummer nights are full of “For the past eight years, we have teacher picnics, barbecues and … been unable to conduct this sum-

Bonnie Hobbs Ahnika Smath classes? At the mer math institute for lack of Emery. Chantilly Pyramid Minor- funds,” said Johnny Nelson, presi- ity Student Achievement dent of CPMSAC. Committee’s Summer Math Insti- Funding this year has been pro-

Photos by Photos tute, students are beating the heat vided by the Armed Forces Com- and getting a headstart on Alge- munications & Electronics Associa- bra I and Geometry. tion, Fort Belvoir Chapter. “We are doing this to help stu- The reason it is being held is The Sound of Music dents lose their fear of math and because of an achievement gap in acclimate themselves successfully minority students in math. Students thrive at band and orchestra camp. to a new course,” said Algebra “I think that the statistics indi- teacher Sandra Manigault, co- cate that there is some disparity,” By Bonnie Hobbs is “the passion I have for music education and founder of the Manigault Institute said Donald Manigault, co-founder Centre View seeing kids use a different part of their brain so which is providing instruction for of the Manigault Institute. “How- they’re able to be successful in something.” the summer math institute. ever, this has nothing to do with here’s a reason why Franklin Middle Here, children need not be championship ath- Students in grades seven intelligence. It has to do with ex- T School’s Band and Orchestra Camp has letes to feel good about themselves. “They’re ex- through 11 from 23 schools in posure and expectations.” been around 25 years. It’s because of the pressing themselves and can often do so better Northern Virginia come from 6:30 successful program that Franklin’s own band di- musically than verbally,” said Walker. “Their par- to 8 p.m. three days a week for See Summer, Page 5 rector, Lawrence Walker, created for this annual ents support them and many students develop a summertime camp. love for music.” “Some of the best players in the county and the Some students who’ve attended this camp later state come from this camp,” said Aubrey Adams, majored in music at college and now teach at the Kammerer, Cooper Face who’s taught percussion camp, as well as in Fairfax there 10 years. “The staff is County schools. An ex- Off in Sheriff’s Primary outstanding and is treated ample is Stephen Matthie; great, and the students are not only is he the strings well-behaved. We teach teacher and orchestra direc- Aug. 23 primary will determine them a couple years' worth tor at Rocky Run Middle of knowledge and skill in a School, but last year he was Republican nominee for sheriff. month, and that’s exciting. named Virginia’s New By Alex McVeigh To see beginners who’ve Strings Teacher of the Year. Sheriff Stan Barry (D). never touched an instru- This was his fourth year Centre View The Fairfax County Sheriff’s Of- ment — by the end of the teaching at the camp, fice is responsible for managing camp be able to play in a where he led the advanced es Kammerer and Bill the Adult Detention Center, pro- concert — that’s totally orchestra of about 50 stu- WCooper will face off for viding courthouse security and awesome.” dents. “This camp is a the Republican nomi- serving civil law process. Founded Adams is no slouch him- chance to show what teach- nation for Fairfax County Sheriff in 1742, it is one of the oldest law self. He retired from the ing and learning music is in the Aug. 23 primary. Both men enforcement agencies in the coun U.S. Air Force Band, directs like, without the stress of are running for the chance to run See Two, Page 4 music at South Lakes and the school year,” said against three-term incumbent Herndon high schools and Matthie. “It’s also a chance

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Students play trombone with the Brass players perform in the cadet The flute section plays with the camp’s cadet band. cadet band. band during class. Students Thrive at Band and Orchestra Camp From Page 1

tended when I was a kid, so there’s a special connection here.” Walker says what students learn in camp is equivalent to two years in elementary-school band. That’s because students attend the camp, four hours a day, for four consecu- tive weeks, vs. the 20-some days of music they receive in an entire year in elementary school. The camp also features cross teaching. So each day, students in its two orchestras and two bands attend two ensemble classes, one instrument class for their specific instrument, and one sectional class, such as woodwinds, brass or percussion. Students needing extra help also Greenbriar West Elementary sixth-graders Thomas Valen- receive one-on-one instruction tine (left) and Adam Batori show some of the music they from guest musicians. These mu- play. sicians also hold jam sessions and perform for the entire camp. who once directed music at of the players. Kids want direction “I bring in the pros so the kids Centreville High, formerly played and structure and to know they can hear what a professional with the Army Blues and subs with can be successful, down the road.” Trumpeter Dave Detwiler plays a shofar during an assem- sounds like,” said Walker. “They’re the National Symphony. David Centreville High sophomore bly for the whole camp, while Director Lawrence Walker reminded of good pitch control, James, who plays oboe, performed Andrew Younan has played flute (center) and others look on. breathing and sound. And it’s ef- with the Air Force Band. for four years and attended the fective because these artists were “I’m sure I have some of the fin- camp for his third time. “I like the Christina Guenther taught Music In Music Theory, said Rocky Run once where these kids are musi- est educators in the country,” said teachers and it keeps the music Theory together. “We teach stu- Middle seventh-grader Jessica cally.” Walker. “Their philosophies merge fresh in your mind, over the sum- dents the basic structure and fun- Wang, “We’re learning the differ- Some 695 students from with mine and they know what it mer,” he said. “I’d recommend it damentals of how music’s made,” ent notes, octaves, treble clefs and throughout Fairfax County and means to produce the finest musi- to others because they’ll improve said Hautbois during the camp. scales. It teaches you how to play Leesburg attended this summer’s cal ensembles they can. They pre- their talents.” “Then they analyze and write mu- the notes of a song and read the camp, and the students and teach- pare the students for the next Bass player Isaac Stern, a sixth- sic. I like seeing their abilities de- different scales.” ers participating represented more school year; and because they’re grader at Willow Springs Elemen- velop through the four weeks we A violinist, it was her first year than 80 schools. Besides elemen- teachers themselves, they know tary, was in camp for his second share together.” at the camp. “In summer, I rarely tary, middle- and high-school mu- what the school band and orches- time. “I’d played the piano and “They’re learning about play the violin, so I came here so I sic teachers from Fairfax and tra directors are looking for.” glockenspiel, so I thought it would rhythms, time signatures and note don’t completely fall apart on my Loudoun counties, the instructors Walker believes there’s no such be fun to try something new,” he values,” added Guenther. “The skills,” she said. “I also wanted to also come from private schools, thing as a bad band or orchestra. said. “I love the bass — I like its teachers all have a great spirit; and improve my orchestra skills — give private lessons or are “It is always the director,” he said. sound and it’s fun to play, and be- it’s summer, so they add in lots of watching the conductor and stay- freelance professional players. “That director must know the lit- ing at camp helps me advance fun things for the kids to do. I want ing together with the rest of the Many, like Adams, also played erature [the music] and the skill quicker.” to be a music teacher, so this camp musicians.” in military bands. For example, [of directing] and must under- Oakton High senior Eric Haut- reminds me what I want to do for trumpet player Dave Detwiler, stand the limitations and attitude bois and 2009 Madison High grad a majority of my life.” See Thriving, Page 5 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View North ❖ August 11-17, 2011 ❖ 3 News Roundups Free Carseat Inspections Certified technicians from the Sully District Police Station will perform free, child safety carseat inspections Thursday, Aug. 11 and Aug. 25, from 5-8:30 p.m., at the station, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd. in Chantilly. No appointment is necessary. But residents should install the child safety seats themselves so technicians may properly inspect and adjust them, as needed. However, because of time constraints, only the first 35 vehicles arriving on each date will be inspected. That way, inspectors may have enough time to properly instruct the caregiver on the cor- rect use of the child seat. Call 703-814-7000, ext. 5140, to confirm dates and times. Centreville Farmers Market The farmers market has returned to Centreville. Every Friday from 3:30-6:30 p.m., local vendors are selling their wares at the Trinity Centre office park, 5875 Trinity Parkway (off Route 29). The market features a variety of items including fruits, vegetables, meats, baked goods, sweets and spices. The next farmers markets are Aug. 12 and Aug. 19. A partnership of Smart Markets Inc. and Trinity Centre, it will run through October. For more Photo by Alex McVeigh/Centre View Photo Contributed information, contact Jean Janssen at [email protected]. Wes Kammerer Bill Cooper WFCCA Land-Use Meeting The West Fairfax County Citizens Association (WFCCA) Land- Two Seek GOP Nod for Sheriff Use Committee will meet Tuesday, Aug. 16, at 7 p.m., in the Sully District Governmental Center, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd., in Chantilly. From Page 1 www.weskammererforsheriff.org, or on Facebook un- On the agenda are: der “Wes Kammerer for Sheriff of Fairfax County.” ❖ A proposal to rezone a two-acre, infill site in the Sully Sta- try, and with more than 600 employees, it is the tion II community for a higher density so four townhouses and largest sheriff’s office in Virginia. COPPER IS a native of Pittsburgh, Pa., and he moved six single-family homes may be built there. Kammerer was born in New York City, and joined to Fairfax County in 1976. ❖ A presentation by Fairfax County staff on the 2011-2012 Area the Army at age 17. He served in the Army for sev- He served in the Army for three years, before join- Plans Review Retrospective. The APR process is the way the eral years before joining the New York City Police ing the Arlington County Sheriff’s Office and then county’s Comprehensive plan is reviewed and updated, and com- Department in 1962. the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office in 1988. During munity imput is sought regarding how to improve this process. During his 26 years with the NYPD, he served in his tenure at the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office, he numerous positions, including on the firearms dis- worked in every division, including court security, the charge review, as an investigator in the Office of In- Adult Detention Center and the Criminal Justice Acad- Local Families Need Food ternal Affairs and a detective with the Office of the emy. He was also a certified law enforcement instruc- WFCM distributes food to local residents year ’round, but its Chief of NYPD. tor. food-pantry shelves are especially bare throughout the summer He left the NYPD in 1989 and joined the Secret He served on the office’s Fugitive Task Force, along months. So WFCM needs the community’s help now so it can Service in 1990, where he worked for 12 years in a with FBI agents and U.S Marshals. He retired as a continue helping feed families who need assistance this summer. security capacity, including security support for Presi- lieutenant in March. Food may be donated to WFCM’s food pantry at 13981 Metrotech dents George H.W. Bush (R) and Bill Clinton (D). “As a law enforcement officer, I feel my primary Drive in Chantilly. Checks toward the purchase of food may be He retired from the Secret Service in 2002. responsibility is to keep Fairfax families safe,” Coo- hand-delivered to the food pantry or mailed to: WFCM, P.O. Box Kammerer said he hopes to use his connections per said. “I’ve always felt a strong commitment to 220802, Chantilly, VA 20153. with federal agencies to create partnerships. protecting my country, and after I got out of the mili- “I want to unify federal, state and municipal orga- tary, I still felt that commitment to protect citizens.” nizations in case of a catastrophe,” he said. “I’ve ob- He also said, if elected, he plans to enforce the more Volunteers Sought for Elderly served that these agencies can tend to get argumen- than 4,000 outstanding fugitive warrants in Fairfax Fairfax County’s Volunteer Solutions needs volunteers to help tative about who should be doing what.” County. older adults and adults with disabilities. Current needs include He also says one of his goals is to increase crime “I’d put together a task force with agencies I’ve Meals on Wheels drivers, as well as drivers to transport older awareness among the county’s senior population. worked with before to put these people behind bars, adults to medical appointments. Contact Volunteer Solutions at “I aim to keep senior citizens informed so they where they belong,” he said. “If the Sheriff’s Office 703-324-5406. don’t become victims,” he said. “I’d go out myself and the Fairfax County Police Department combine and speak to our seniors, to make sure they’re in- resources, we should be able to make it a budget WFCM Seeks Food, Volunteers formed and make sure they have the proper litera- neutral initiative.” ture to keep themselves educated.” Cooper said he hopes to combat the growing gang Western Fairfax Christian Ministries’ (WFCM) food pantry ur- Kammerer said another one of his goals is to edu- problem in the county, as well as start a program to gently needs donations of jelly; jam; spaghetti sauce; dry spa- cate the community on the function of the Sheriff’s get deadbeat parents to pay up. ghetti/pasta; canned meats, fruit, spaghetti and vegetables (no Office. “I’m running on a ‘tough on crime’ agenda, and I green beans); pancake mix and syrup; and cereal. Also needed “I’d like to set up programs in our schools to teach plan to run a tough, strict jail,” he said. “I don’t be- are deodorant and toilet paper. (Toiletry items cannot be pur- kids about the Sheriff’s Office and who to go to for lieve convicted felons should be sitting around watch- chased with food stamps). Bring all items to WFCM’S food pantry help,” he said. “Visibility is a key factor, and I don’t ing TV and eating bonbons.” at 13981 Metrotech Drive (near Backyard Grill and Bar) in see it, which is why I’m running. I want to unify Cooper said he is also committed to expanding the Chantilly. Volunteers are also needed: with the Fairfax County Police Department to help reach of the Sheriff’s Office to keep families safe, say- Thrift store: with this.” ing that with approximately 500 sworn sheriff’s depu- ❖ General assistance needed Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays, He said he also aims to streamline the Sheriff’s ties, there is a lot they can do.” from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. A regular weekly volunteer is needed Thurs- Office to make sure funds and manpower are allo- “Because of budget constraints and manpower is- days, from 1-6 p.m., as well as Saturdays, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For cated in the most efficient way. sues, local and state law enforcement has to work more information, contact Volunteer Manager Annette Bosley at “I’ll look and see where we can save money, where closer together and share resources,” he said. “By 703-988-9656. we can eliminate wasteful programs and duplica- doing so, we can keep costs down while rendering ❖ Donations of furniture in excellent condition for resale in the tion,” Kammerer said. “And my top priority will be better services to this community.” thrift store are especially needed, as well as one volunteer to help to make sure we’re always turning out profession- More information on Cooper can be found at move furniture to be given to clients. ally trained sheriff’s deputies.” www.cooperforsheriff.net, or on Facebook under More information on Kammerer can be found at “Cooper for Sheriff.”

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Photo by Putt Fore the Kids. dents who have not been properly groomed to be aggressive By Maya Horowitz learners,” Manigault said. Centre View “They don’t think well enough Maya Horowitz of their own educational abili- eardrops to Rainbows (T2R), ties nor do they perceive oppor- a local nonprofit that helps tunities to succeed and there- T families with children battling cancer, fore they don’t put forth the is holding “Putt Fore the Kids,” a mini-golf tour- necessary effort to excel. My job /Centre View nament and water park fun day on Saturday, is to help the student under- Aug. 20 at Algonkian Regional Park. stand that they have unlimited “It’s just a chance for the community to come educational potential.” out and enjoy each other for a great cause,” said Ginny Grivas, T2R community events di- STUDENTS LEARNED about rector. the summer math institute The students of the CPMSAC Summer Math Institute with, on the left, “I think it’ll be a fun thing,” said Meg Crossett, largely through word of Sandra Manigault, Donald Manigault and Barbara Tyler. mother of Rachel Crossett, whose death in- mouth. spired the formation of T2R. “I think this will Madeline Powell, a ninth grader from They have been very valuable.” bara Tyler, the CPMSAC program coordi- enable families to come out and do something Westfield High School, found out about The summer math institute is con- nator. “We accept students who are get- fun. Golf tournaments in general are fun.” CPMSAC because her friends were in nected with CPMSAC’s Step program ting D, F, Cs. They have no confidence. Grivas said she came upon the idea during a the program. “It’s like night classes. It’s that occurs all year long. The Step pro- They are failing. We have to motivate Google search. She found that in Gadsden, Ala. kind of fun,” she said. gram offers tutoring catered to each in- them. We monitor progress. We have been a mini-golf tournament was held to raise money John Morrison, father of Cierra dividual student. Success is evident in doing this for a long time.” for a children’s museum. She thought the idea Morrison, a ninth grader, said, “We’re this program because tutors are able to Tutors are needed for the Step program. translated well since T2R supports families and big supporters of CPMSAC. We really see report cards before and after. “We always need volunteers,” said Tyler. this is an event for the whole family. appreciate how they praise the kids. “We see results all the time,” said Bar- To apply, email [email protected]. Local businesses have come out in of support this cause by sponsoring holes. All of the ex- penses have been covered, so all the registra- Thriving at Band and Orchestra Camp tion dollars will go to T2R. Businesses that have contributed include Paisano’s Pizza, Cafesano, Trak Companies, D&V Autobody, Vinitech Inc. From Page 3 doesn’t march, and percussion does,” and the Bar-Tee Family Group. she said. She attended camp for the There is space for 85 foursomes. Registration Thomas Valentine, a sixth-grader at third time. is $75 and includes entry into the mini-golf Greenbriar West Elementary, was also “I was a beginner, to start; but after tournament, four passes to the Volcano Water at camp for the first time, but for a dif- my first year at camp, I went straight Park, four t-shirts and four goodie bags. The ferent reason — he’s a beginning trom- to concert band in seventh grade,” said first tee-time is 9 a.m. and the last is 4:45 p.m. bone player. “My friend Adam told me Jessica. “You get to be with friends here Putt Fore the Kids is being held in honor of band was fun and I should do it, so I and have a lot of cool experiences you Rachel D’Andrea of Chantilly who died of neu- decided to learn trombone,” he said. normally don’t get to do in band. We roblastoma in January at the age of 3 and a “Camp is really fun and I like the teach- saw special performances, like a brass half. ers. They’re nice and funny, and the quintet and Bridging the Gap — a pro- “What she went through, she took it all and trombone is cool.” fessional violin-and-bass group that still was able to smile,” said Jon D’Andrea, Also there was his friend and GBW plays for us first, each year, before re- Rachel’s father. classmate, Adam Batori. “I’ve played leasing their new CD.” Photo by saxophone for a year,” said Adam. Trumpet player Ryan Fuhrman, a TEARDROPS TO RAINBOWS was founded “When I was in fourth grade and saw a Franklin eighth-grader, said the caliber in 2003 by Lois Lyons in honor of Rachel concert at my school, that’s the instru- of music at camp prepares him for new Bonnie Hobbs Crossett who died of neuroblastoma when she ment I liked. It’s my first year at camp, and harder music in his school’s sym- was 6 years old. too; my band teacher strongly recom- phonic band. “I like playing ragtime jazz “She loved make-up, dresses and playing mended it to me. I like the music we’re in camp,” he said. “It’s fast, hard mu- Barbies,” said Meg Crossett. playing and the teachers are helpful sic, but I conquer it with my trumpet. I “T2R plays an active role in helping local and nice. You learn a lot about your like how the trumpet can play a long /Centre View families through the many stages of treatment,” instrument and meet new people.” range of notes, very quickly, in a nice Grivas said. They provide support and services Franklin Middle seventh-grader Lisa tempo — and it sounds cool. And be- to “keep their life running as normally as pos- Cardinal came to camp for the second ing here keeps your instrument in good sible while the treatment is going on.” They help time. A flute player, she said, “It’s easier shape because you played it over the all children, ages 0 to 17. because it’s smaller, and it’s a march- summer.” “We wrap our arms around the family. Try- ing-band instrument for high school. Fellow trumpet player in Franklin’s Willow Springs Elementary sixth- ing to make sure that the family unit stays as I’ve learned new music at camp and symphonic band, Timmy Irwin learned grader Isaac Stern plays bass in whole as possible and as normal as possible is more things about my instrument that different fingering techniques and new the intermediate orchestra on really key,” Grivas said. I didn’t know.” Lisa also enjoyed “meet- notes. “I also learned double- and triple- “Pajama Day” at the camp. It is a grassroots, volunteer-run organization. ing new kids from different schools that tonguing, which lets you play really Both Meg Crossett and Jon D’Andrea said the play the same instrument you do. And fast,” he said. “This camp teaches you quer the attitude of any kid, you’ll con- number one thing families of children with can- it’s fun playing in summer with a group new stuff so you can be a better player.” quer the aptitude. Here at camp, every stu- cer need is support. of people.” Overall, said Director Walker, “Music dent has a place because there’s an en- To register for Putt Fore the Kids, go to Her sister Jessica, a Franklin grad, gives kids a wonderful attitude. My phi- semble for every level. You may not be the www.tournevents.com/t2r. plays oboe and percussion. “Oboe losophy has always been, if you con- greatest player, but you’ll feel like you are.” www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View North ❖ August 11-17, 2011 ❖ 5 Opinion

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Sample Ballots, More Engagement www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Newspaper of Frederick (R) and Tito Muñoz (R) compete to Chantilly / Fair Oaks Virginia Board of Election should mail Fair Lakes face state Sen. Toddy Puller (D) in this district A Connection Newspaper that includes Mount Vernon, parts of Lorton a sample ballot that includes polling place An independent, locally owned weekly and much more of Prince William County than newspaper delivered and ballot for each voter. before redistricting. to homes and businesses. ❖ 1606 King Street Senate District 37, Republicans Steve Hunt Alexandria, Virginia 22314 and Jason Flanary compete to challenge state t’s half past redistricting, do you know ballot at www.sbe.virginia.gov, click on “voter Sen. Dave Marsden (D). NEWS DEPARTMENT: ❖ To discuss ideas and concerns, where your boundaries are? information.” Senate District 39, Republicans Miller Call: 703-778-9410 While we wrote about the misguided A wonderful source for information on the Baker and Scott Martin compete to challenge e-mail: I [email protected] approach to drawing lines for some Vir- races, including details on campaign finance incumbent state Sen. George Barker (D) in ginia Senate and House of Delegates and the often mind-boggling maps of November. This district encompasses parts of Steven Mauren Editor, 703-778-9415 seats during the process, the effects of Editorial the new districts, is the Virginia Public Centreville, Clifton, Lorton, Fairfax Station, [email protected] redistricting are brought more into fo- Access Project, www.vpap.org/elec- Springfield and the City of Alexandria. ❖ Bonnie Hobbs cus here at the Connection as we plan tions/. House of Delegates 49, Democratic pri- Community Reporter, 703-778-9438 for election coverage in the communities mary, Stephanie Clifford (D) v. Alfonso H. [email protected] served by our 15 newspapers. Lopez (D). So far there is no Republican or Rich Sanders Many districts stretch out like snakes or Primary Races other candidate so the winner of the primary Sports Editor, 703-224-3031 amoebas with a piece of one community on Primary Election Day is Tuesday, Aug. 23. could be uncontested in November in this Ar- [email protected] ❖ Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, this side, a swath of another over here. Indi- lington district. ADVERTISING: vidual towns are crisscrossed and nicked by Braddock district Democrats, Janet Oleszek ❖ For Fairfax County Sheriff, Republicans H. To place an advertisement, call the ad and Christopher Wade compete to face incum- department between 9 a.m. and multiple districts. Wes Kammerer and Bill A. Cooper III face off 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. 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ning — or not running — is not that easy, ment election process.” of total county disbursements Issues, candidates, Jennings said. Potential candidates have According to the release, her appeal was Pat Herrity (R-Springfield), a member of activists converge until Aug. 23 to declare his or her candi- filed with the three Democratic Congres- the Board of Supervisors, said that he’s hear- dacy. sional District chairs for the congressional ing a lot of anger from his constituents to create closely “It’s tricky this time of year. Anything can districts in Fairfax County and the Virginia about the school system and the School happen in the next few weeks, and it prob- Democratic Party. The Congressional Dis- Board. watched race. ably will,” Jennings said. “The first thing I trict chairs or their appointees will hear the “On the School Board race, I think there want to do is help keep them out of trouble appeal pursuant to the Virginia Democratic is enough anger on these issues that the (in the filing process),” Jennings said. Party Plan, the rules of the Democratic Party bottom of the ticket races will drive some By Victoria Ross But the filing process has not been a main Virginia. of the voter turnout,” Herrity said. Centre View jor issue this election cycle. In addition to On July 20, the Fairfax County Republi- He added that voters have voiced con- the heated rhetoric over the issues, drama can Committee handed down three at-large cerns to him about a variety of issues, in- ebates over discipline, bound- over the candidates themselves has sharp- endorsements. The endorsed candidates are cluding parental notification, the south- aries, budgets, standardized ened the focus on this race. Mancheno-Smoak, Kendall and Brown- western boundary study, the closing of Dtests and sleep have generated In the past month, several candidates Kaplan. Clifton Elementary, all-day kindergarten Fairfax County’s most closely have withdrawn, including Bradsher, who “It is critical that those serious contend- and what some call an inflexible disciplin- watched and contested School Board race ignited a firestorm of debate over her sup- ers for the School Board have the drive to ary process. in the board’s 19-year history. port for the closing Clifton Elementary assure that the impressive gains that Fairfax Many parents and school advocates “Is this an outrageously large slate of can- School. In June, she said she was consider- has achieve not be devalued or dimin- blamed FCPS’ rigid discipline policies when didates? Yes,” said Susan Jennings, Fairfax ing a bid for an at-large seat, instead of run- ished,” said Janet Olescek, who served one two students committed suicide. Josh County’s coordinator for candidate services ning for her seat in the Springfield District. term on the School Board from 2004-08 as Anderson, of South Lakes High School, took since 1994. “I haven’t seen this much inter- According to Jennings, as of Monday, Aug. an at-large member. “Strong schools are his life in March 2009; and Nick Stuban, est since 1995, when we had our first School 8, she has not filed the necessary paperwork necessary to continue to attract jobs, and called a “model student” at W.T. Woodson Board elections. That was very chaotic. ” for the at-large seat. maintain our excellent property values.” High School, committed suicide on Jan. 20. Of the 12 School Board seats, six are up Fairfax County Public Schools, the 11th Since his son’s death, Steve Stuban and for grabs, including three at-large seats. The ALTHOUGH THE SCHOOL Board is offi- largest school district in the nation with an his wife Sandy, who is battling Lou Gehrig’s only at-large incumbent running for reelec- cially a nonpartisan office, candidates ac- estimated 177,629 students, operates on a disease, have become advocates for reform- tion is Ilryong Moon, who served three tively seek endorsement by the county’s $2.2 billion budget, which is larger than the ing the school system’s disciplinary process. terms on the board, including a stint as the Republican or Democratic committees. No education budget of nearly 15 states. The With the support of many parents and board’s chair in 2006. Incumbents who will one has been elected without backing from Fairfax County Board of Supervisors sets the friends, Stuban said he was also motivated not seek reelection include Stu Gibson one of the major political parties, but many tax rate for the school system; the School to seek an at-large seat on the School Board. (Hunter Mill), Tessie Wilson (Braddock), say that could change this year. Board allocated funding. The total county “There are a lot of issues out there. It’s Brad Center (Lee), Tina Hone (At-large), On July 1, at-large candidate Charisse transfer to support school operating and going to be an interesting race, to say the Jim Raney (At-large) and Liz Bradsher Espy Glassman, who was endorsed by the debt service is $1.77 billion or 52.5 percent least,” Herrity said. (Springfield). Fairfax County Democratic Committee on “When you have that many vacancies, you May 24, withdrew from race, citing personal get more people interested in throwing their reasons. It later came to light that Glassman, Residents Can Help Plan County hat in the ring,” Jennings said. the niece of former U.S. Agriculture Secre- Currently, 11 candidates are running for tary Mike Espy, was charged with assault The 2011-2012 Area Plans Review ers and other interested community the at-large seats, and the top three vote and possession of a prohibited weapon af- (APR) Retrospective — a review of the members. Residents may offer their feed- getters on Nov. 8 will serve a four-year term, ter the Jan. 24 incident in the District of most recent APR cycle — has begun, and back in several ways: ❖ with an annual salary of $20,000. Columbia, according to D.C. Superior Court Fairfax County needs residents’ input. Attend the West Fairfax County Citi- As of Monday, Aug. 8, 10 candidates are records. The APR process is the primary means to zens Association (WFCCA) meeting, Aug. running for the at-large seats, and the top Currently Moon, Velkoff and McElveen regularly review and update the county’s 16, at 7 p.m., at the Sully District Gov- three vote-getters on Nov. 8 will serve a 4- have the Democratic Party’s endorsement. Comprehensive Plan — its long-range ernmental Center, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd. year term, with an annual salary of $20,000. When Glassman withdrew, Armstrong, a vision for future development, plus the in Chantilly. ❖ They are Jeannie H. Armstrong, Sheree newcomer for an at-large seat, announced preservation of natural and cultural re- Review background information and Brown-Kaplan, Catherine Clark, Christina that she would seek the Democratic en- sources. the initial findings of the APR survey at M. Guthrie, Lin-Dai Y. Kendall, Lolitta dorsement. After McElveen was chosen, The Retrospective will suggest im- www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpz/apr. Mancheno-Smoak, Ryan L. McElveen, Armstrong sent out a news release on Aug. provements to this process, so county For more information, call the Depart- Irylong Moon, Steven Stuban and Ted 1 saying that she had filed an appeal to the planners are seeking ideas from property ment of Planning and Zoning, 703-324- Velkoff. endorsement vote, citing “multiple prob- owners, neighborhood groups, develop- 1380. Trying to pin down exactly who is run- lems and irregularities with the endorse-

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TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS www.fightingfitnessllc.com. during this turbulent time in America’s history. SATURDAY/AUG. 27 “How to Train Your Dragon.” Free. Part of the Enjoy live music and a fashion show. House tour Centreville Stitchers welcome adults who enjoy “Megamind.” Free. Part of the Sully District Starlight Sully District Starlight Cinema Series. Gates open includes artifacts rarely on exhibit belonging to the knitting, crocheting, or other needlework crafts Cinema Series. Gates open at 6 p.m.; children’s at 6 p.m.; children’s activities begin at 7:30 p.m.; Haight family, mid-19th century residents at Sully. and conversation. Join us at the Centreville activities begin at 7:30 p.m.; movie starts at dark. movie starts at dark. At Trinity Center, 5860 $8 adults, $6 seniors and children. 703-708-0861. Regional Library, 14200 St. Germain Dr., At Trinity Center, 5860 Trinity Parkway, Trinity Parkway, Centreville. Call 703-324-7469 if Centreville, VA. Admission is free. If you have any Centreville. Call 703-324-7469 if the weather is the weather is inclement. FRIDAY/AUG. 19 questions, contact Jo at 703-803-0595 or email inclement. Super Science Saturdays. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. Swing Dancing. 9 p.m. to midnight. Admission is [email protected]. The theme is “Energy.” Super Science Saturdays $15. Drop-in beginner swing lesson from 8:30 to 9 Thursday, Aug. 25 - 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY/AUG. 31 take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the second p.m.; dancing from 9 p.m. to midnight. With the Tuesday, Sept. 13 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Back to School Fair. 5 p.m. BBQ to support Rocky Saturday of each month, offering activities focused Daryl Davis Band. At the Hilton Washington Dulles Thursday, Sept. 22 - 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Run Middle School. 100 percent of the profits will a different science concept. Through Airport Hotel, 13869 Park Center Road (Route 28 go toward the Rocky Run Middle School PTA. MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS demonstrations and hands-on activities, visitors near the airport), Herndon. will become immersed in science, technology, ZUMBA Classes. 7 to 8 p.m. Latin based dance MONDAY/SEPT. 5 engineering and mathematics (STEM) topics SATURDAY/AUG. 20 fitness class. The first class is free; afterward it’s Blood Drive. The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community is related to aviation and space exploration. At the Fundraiser. 1 to 5 p.m. Cultural Care Au Pair’s Kids $7-$9 per class. At Cornerstone Montessori School, holding a National Blood Drive to commemorate National Air and Space Museum, Steven F. Udvar- First Foundation is having a fundraiser at Yolly 4455 Brookfield Corporate Drive, Suite 201, the 10th anniversary of 9/11. There will be blood Hazy Center, 14390 Air and Space Museum Molly Frozen Yogurt Café, 12164 Fairfax Towne Chantilly. Visit www.gozumbafun.com. drive stations everywhere, including George Parkway, Chantilly. Visit: http:// Ctr. Yolly Molly is donating 15 percent of sales for Mason University and Sully District Police Station www.nasm.si.edu/events/superscience/. Kids First Foundation. Visit http:// THURSDAY/AUG. 11 at Stonecroft Boulevard. Sign up at http:// Sully Civil War Weekend. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sully kidsfirst.culturalcare.com/. Call Dariece Rau at Story Time. 9 to 10 a.m. Free. Emmie the Clown muslimsforlife.org. Historic Site, 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly. 703-944-3907. will be conducting a children’s reading club called Labor Day Car Show. Features cars, trucks, Federal and Confederate troops recreate Civil War “Shrek Forever After.” Free. Part of the Sully Red Nose Readers. At Chick-fil-A at Chantilly motorcycles, Street Rods, Customs, Antiques, daily life as re-enactors demonstrate the varied District Starlight Cinema Series. Gates open at 6 Place, 4412 Chantilly Place, Chantilly. Call 703- Classics and Muscle cars. Sponsored by the Clifton work of the army. Skirmishes include infantry, p.m.; children’s activities begin at 7:30 p.m.; 631-2253. Lions Club and the Custom Cruisers of Northern artillery and cavalry. Visit the weekend movie starts at dark. At Trinity Center, 5860 Virginia. Proceeds benefit Life with Cancer. If you encampment and discover a soldier’s lifestyle Trinity Parkway, Centreville. Call 703-324-7469 if FRIDAY/AUG. 12 would like to be a sponsor, contact Jim Chesley at during this turbulent time in America’s history. the weather is inclement. Swing Dancing. 9 p.m. to midnight. Admission is 703-830-2129 or send a donation, made out to the Enjoy live music and a fashion show. House tour Southern Gospel Concert. 6 p.m. The Proclaimers $15. With the Deja Blue Blues Band. Drop-in Clifton Lions Club, to Jim Chesley at 7207 Main includes artifacts rarely on exhibit belonging to the Quartet from Columbus, GA. At Oakton Baptist beginner Swing lesson from 8:30 to 9 p.m.; Street, Clifton, VA 20124-0225. Haight family, mid-19th century residents at Sully. Church, 14001 Sullyfield Circle, Chantilly. The dancing from 9 p.m. to midnight. At the Hilton Fireman’s Chili Challenge and Cook Off. The $8 adults, $6 seniors and children. 703-708-0861. church is located on Route 50, l/5 mile east of the Washington Dulles Airport Hotel, 13869 Park Richard King Annual Fireman’s Chili Challenge Route 28 overpass on the corner of Route 50 and Center Road, Herndon. and Cook Off will be held at the Barn in the Town AUG. 14 TO 20 Sullyfield Circle. Call 703-631-1799. of Clifton. Music will be provided by Lost Highway Local Concert. 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets $3/door; CDs Yoga, Meditation and Spiritual Talks by Band, Human Country Jukebox, Jammboxx and $5 and come with a ticket. Kickoff release of the Swami Mukundananda. Registration link: THURSDAY/AUG. 25 the Screaming Monkeys. Sponsored by the CBA EP “No More Loose Ends” by Mark Bradley. Also http://www.jkyog.org/event_chantilly.html Each Story Time. 9 to 10 a.m. Free. Emmie the Clown and The W.N.C. Email Rusty to volunteer features the bands Upper 90, All Five Seasons, day a new topic covered, program is free of will be conducting a children’s reading club called [email protected]. Christopher Graham and Four Guys and a Piano. charge. At the Rajdhani Temple, 4525 Pleasant Red Nose Readers. At Chick-fil-A at Chantilly At Chantilly Highlands Community Center, 3225 Valley Road, Chantilly. Call 703-927-4098. Place, 4412 Chantilly Place, Chantilly. Call 703- SATURDAY/SEPT. 10 Kinross Circle, Herndon. 631-2253. SUNDAY/AUG. 14 Super Science Saturdays. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. SATURDAY/AUG. 13 The theme is “Living and Working in Space.” Sully Civil War Weekend. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sully FRIDAY/AUG. 26 Black Belt Exam. Super Science Saturdays take place from 10 a.m. Noon. Fightingfitness will be Historic Site, 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly. Swing Dancing. 9 p.m. to midnight. With the band to 3 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month, holding its first Black Belt Exam. See coaches Rick Federal and Confederate troops recreate Civil War Rockin’ Bones. Drop-in beginner swing lesson from offering activities focused a different science Vargas, Jimi Wilson, Max Ehrlich and Jake Ehrlich. daily life as re-enactors demonstrate the varied 8:30 to 9 p.m.; dancing from 9 p.m. to midnight. concept. At the National Air and Space Museum, A pizza party will follow. Call 703-786-0446 or work of the army. Skirmishes include infantry, At the Hilton Washington Dulles Airport Hotel, Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, 14390 Air and [email protected]. At 14310 Sullyfield artillery and cavalry. Visit the weekend 13869 Park Center Road, Herndon. Space Museum Parkway, Chantilly. Circle, #500, Chantilly. Visit encampment and discover a soldier’s lifestyle At the Libraries

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By John Byrd “I provided the designer with a photo of Special to the Connection a French country style kitchen I was especially attracted to,” Baird says, “and I was s the US population ages, retire- really impressed that the Foster people ment and estate planning are could match it in every detail.” Atopics of endless discussion. Among other elements, the kitchenette There’s an industry of options ca- features glass-facing cabinets, ceramic tile tering to retirees needs, of course. Yet fami- backsplashes, and a food preparation island lies sometimes find their own way, explor- and dining counter finished in a tongue- ing practical avenues. and-groove base with a Brazilian granite Consider the case of Dean and Carolyn surface Baird. Grandchildren and visiting friends can

Photo by Now in their mid-60s, the Bairds were snack at the dining counter, and there’s seat- looking forward to a life unburdened by the ing for four at the glass cafe table. problems of maintaining a house, but had The Palladian-style window above the ruled out retirement homes. Dimitri Ganas sink — fabricated to Caroline Baird’s exact “I had helped some relatives move into a requirements — includes a course of three senior village,” Carolyn Baird acknowl- casement windows and an enviable view. edges. “I knew it wasn’t what Dean and I The master bedroom suite is, likewise, wanted.” finely articulated—with distinct zones for Moreover, as Baird tells it, the Arlington- sleeping and bathing, wardrobe storage and based couple had recently gotten in the The former library was converted to a transitional family room that now changing. Carolyn Baird planned the space habit of driving 25 miles a day when her accesses the new in-law suite via its 270-square foot kitchenette. to accommodate several favored col- daughter and son-in-law, Rebecca and Kevin lectibles: a circa 1930s chest of drawers, two McDermott, purchased a colonial on a tree- house. So, I was glad we had Dave Guy to Inside the new wing, functionality and four-posters, an antique lowboy with a shaded lot in Fairfax Station. guide us through so many unknowns.” order are emphasized. framed mirror. With one grandchild at the toddler stage Dave Guy, architect with Foster Remod- While code-adherent, the kitchenette sat- “These were pieces that had belonged to and another on the way, the Bairds found eling Solutions in Lorton, quickly sized up isfies all the Bairds cooking and refrigera- my grandmother,” Baird said. “Funny what that they reveled in extended family inter- a design solution as follows: tion requirements, without defining itself you keep. We gave away a houseful of fur- action, a pleasure shared by the The existing front-facing 14-by-18-foot as a full-service kitchen. niture, yet I have a china cabinet display- McDermotts. library converts to a “transitional” family There’s a microwave, a pair of compact ing some of my grandmother’s ceramics.” So it wasn’t long before a plan emerged, room that opens directly into a 720 square- refrigerators under the food preparation The master bath — reflecting Baird’s and the Bairds proposed using proceeds foot L-shaped addition; the addition extends island, and a sizeable floor-to-ceiling pan- many hours of research in the Foster show- from the sale of the Arlington property to 18 feet to the rear, then wraps the side el- try recessed behind double doors. A second room — is finished in marble mosaic floor- finance a spacious “in-law” wing to the evation in a perfectly rationalized side wing. door leads to a washer and a dryer. ing and includes his-and-her vanities and a McDermott residence. To retain symmetry on the front eleva- But there’s no full-scale cooking range or walk-in shower with soft Arabescato marble With little over half an acre, the tion, the new addition is stepped back seven ovens, no full-sized refrigerator. wall coverings and a built-in bench. McDermott property offered ample room for feet from the home’s facade, an aesthetic “The code is specific on this point,” Guy A few steps beyond, there’s 70-square-feet an addition. The question was whether the choice which preserves proportionality and observes. “This is not a second kitchen; it’s of plushly carpeted walk-in closet. stately Colonial could be revised a way that offsets any tendencies towards massing. a convenience — like a wet bar.” “We have everything we could want,” would retain its classic proportionality while A window in the rear elevation of the Guy also points out that the kitchenette Baird says. “This is a wonderful new phase accommodating the Baird’s space and pri- former library is replaced by an 8-by-7-foot is accessible from a side deck, an easy spot of life for the whole family.” vacy requirements. all-brick archway that opens into a kitch- to grab a cold soft drink or a snack. “We weren’t sure what was possible un- enette that is 18-by15. The kitchenette fea- Still, taken as a whole, the wing satisfies Staff at Foster Remodeling Solutions der the county’s rules,” Kevin McDermott tures a large Palladian window with a back all the Baird’s privacy needs while present- periodically offer workshops on home said. “We envisioned a new wing but I yard view, thus restating the family room’s ing a distinctly personal interior renders it remodeling topics. For information: 703/ wanted to preserve the look of the existing visual continuum. a place apart. 550-1371 or www.FosterRemodeling.com Waterfront Mansion on Mason Neck for Sale agles Landing, a Georgian manor two waterfront master suites featuring Eon the deep water banks of the double doors, master baths, a sitting Potomac River, 11521 Potomac room and Juliet balcony. There is a third Road in Lorton, is for sale for $5.374 floor studio with waterfront balcony; li- million. brary; billiard room; six fireplaces; de- The 15,000-square-foot home sits on tached three-car carriage house with pri- 11 acres at the tip of the Mason Neck vate guest quarters and landscaped Peninsula, bordering 440 feet of pictur- grounds with lawns gently sloping down esque waterfront and 676 feet of scenic to the Potomac. freshwater tidal marsh. Nearly every room offers panoramic views along an The home is listed with Susan Gray ever-changing natural landscape where Chambers with Coldwell Banker Residen- waterfowl frolic and bald eagles nest. tial Brokerage in Alexandria; call 703- The home contains five bedrooms and 518-6175 or 703-203-9900. six-and-one-half bathrooms, including www.graychambers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View North ❖ August 11-17, 2011 ❖ 9 Local REAL ESTATE Photos by Craig Sterbutzel/The Connection Sold in June over $1 million

1 3550 Early Woodland Place, Fairfax — $1,335,695

2 1

2 3421 Preservation Drive, Fairfax — $1,297,778

6 3 4 4 6708 Clifton Road, Clifton — $1,200,000

Address ...... BR . FB . HB ... Postal City ...... Sold Price .... Type ...... Lot AC ...... Subdivision ...... Date Sold

1 3550 EARLY WOODLAND PL ..... 1 ... 4 ... 1 ...... FAIRFAX ...... $1,335,695 .... Detached ...... 0.29 ...... PICKETTS RESERVE ...... 06/14/11

2 3421 PRESERVATION DR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ...... FAIRFAX ...... $1,297,778 .... Detached ...... 0.18 ...... PICKETT’S RESERVE ...... 06/29/11

3 6705 CEDAR VIEW CT ...... 5 ... 3 ... 1 ...... CLIFTON ...... $1,210,000 .... Detached ...... 5.24 .... CEDAR KNOLLS OF CLIFTON .. 06/16/11

4 6708 CLIFTON RD ...... 5 ... 5 ... 0 ...... CLIFTON ...... $1,200,000 .... Detached ...... 5.17 .... CEDAR KNOLLS OF CLIFTON .. 06/16/11

5 10621 DONOVANS HILL DR ...... 5 ... 4 ... 1 .. FAIRFAX STATION .... $1,195,000 .... Detached ...... 0.92 ...... DONOVANS RIDGE ...... 06/15/11

6 13105 CEDAR RIDGE DR ...... 5 ... 5 ... 0 ...... CLIFTON ...... $1,090,000 .... Detached ...... 5.43 .... CEDAR KNOLLS OF CLIFTON .. 06/27/11 7 7509 Weymouth Hill Road, Clifton — $1,025,000 7 7509 WEYMOUTH HILL RD ...... 5 ... 6 ... 2 ...... CLIFTON ...... $1,025,000 .... Detached ...... 1.05 ...... BALMORAL GREENS ...... 06/01/11 Source: MRIS, Inc. For more information on MRIS, visit www.mris.com

10 ❖ Centre View North ❖ August 11-17, 2011 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com HomeLifeStyle Oakton Bible College OPEN HOUSES Top 10 Things to of Chantilly SATURDAY/SUNDAY, AUGUST 13 & 14 Know Before You Fall Classes Start Purchase a House September 12, 2011, By Josh Baker Monday 6:30- 9:30pm

Too many times, I’ve had to deliver the upsetting news to new homebuyers: Register Now the project they are considering is not feasible. With a little due diligence and 703-631-1799 expertise, the new homebuyers’ disap- pointment could have been avoided. Here are 10 things to consider when 14001 Sullyfield Circle purchasing a house with the intention of a future remodeling project. Chantilly, VA 20151-1618

1. Check local zoning ordi- nances. Don’t assume you have identical building rights as your neigh- bors. Regulations change and the 3502 Mavis Court, Fairfax • $1,250,000 location of your lot may be impacted. Open Sunday 1-4 p.m. • Ingrid Barrett, ERA, 571-216-2313 2. Research any neighborhood Introducing Ralph Lauren Paint! association restrictions. Conduct a When you visit one of these Open Houses, tell the Realtor you saw it in this title search of the property to find archi- Connection Newspaper For more real estate listings and open houses, visit tectural design guidelines, construction wwwConnectionNewspaperscom and click the Real Estate links on the right side materials requirements and even restric- Call Specific Agents to Confirm Dates & Times tions on how close you can build on the property line. 10% OFF Centreville 3. Never assume a structure is 13700 Leland Rd...... $499,900.....Sun 12-3...... John Lusk...... Thomas E. Reed..703-591-3739 adequate for future modifica- 5120 Veronica Rd...... $774,545...... Sun 2-3...... Keri Shull...... RE/MAX..703-373-5000 tions. Second floor ceiling structures Retail Paint Purchase 14817 Edman Rd...... $325,000.....Sun 12-4...... Seema Sinha...... Keller Williams..703-564-6000 are often inadequate flooring structures 6919 Sharpsburg Dr...... $499,900...... Sun 2-5...... Lesley Salman...... Salman Home..703-754-6020 for remodeling attic space. Similarly, With this coupon. Expires 8/31/11 deck structures may not be designed to Chantilly handle enclosed spaces. Also, it’s impor- 13905 Castle Ct...... $514,999...... Sun 1-4...... Barb Chandler...... Keller Williams..703-564-4000 tant to remember that all finished spaces Fairfax require egress, or an exit(s). 3502 Mavis Ct...... $1,250,000...... Sun 1-4...... Ingrid Barrett...... ERA..571-216-2313 4. Check system capacities. Most 13900 Metrotech Dr. (near Lowes) 3886 University Dr...... $440,000...... Sun 1-4...... Joe Frangipane...... Long & Foster..703-628-4430 systems in a home are designed to meet 5530 Ridgeton Hill Ct...... $315,000...... Sun 1-4...... Valerie Gaskins...... Weichert..703-821-8300 the needs of the existing structure. Chantilly, VA 20151 12216 Grassy Hill Ct...... $398,500...... Sun 1-4.....Susie Carpenter...... Coldwell Banker..703-938-5600 When you increase the size of the house, 12560 Garland Tree Ct...... $420,000...... Sun 2-4....Belinda Beaudry...... Weichert.703- 934-0400 you may have to create new capacity for 703-961-1200 www.potomacpaint.com 13116 Poplar Tree Rd...... $455,000.....Sun 12-3...... Veena Runyan...... Coldwell Banker..703-691-1400 heating and cooling. You may even need 4448 Majestic Ln...... $499,999...... Sat 12-5...... Leslie Carter...... Carter..703-383-3245 4611 Fair Valley Dr...... $439,000...... Sun 1-4..Susanne Berneski...... Long & Foster..703-968-7000 to upgrade and enlarge the water sup- ply, as well as the gas and electric Clifton supplies. 13945 South Springs Dr...$605,000...... Sun 1-4...... AJ Garlichs...... Long & Foster..703-338-6748 5. Investigate policies regarding septic systems. It is critical that Fairfax Station you understand the capacity of your ex- 5912 Fairview Woods Dr...$749,900...... Sun 1-4...... Jim Souvagis...... Long & Foster..703-919-9191 isting system and what is entailed with 8617 Meadow Edge Terr....$698,500...... Sun 1-4..Ann Witherspoon...... Long & Foster..703-503-1836 expanding it. New technologies are becoming more widespread, which gives Burke more options for expansion. 4963 Tibbitt Ln...... $259,000...... Sun 1-4...... Cris Thomas...... Keller Williams..703-654-4000 5822 Shana Pl...... $250,000...... Sun 1-4...... Bob Dooley.....Samson Properties..703-581-5758 6. Be aware of hazardous mate- 9913 Wood Astor Ct...... $509,000...... Sun 1-4...... Debbie Mesen...... Weichert..703-201-7723 rials. Many homes in our area built prior to 1972 have lead paint or asbes- Springfield tos tile. Handling these materials 5901 Erving St...... $349,900...... Sun 1-4...... Doris Crockett...... Weichert..703-615-8411 appropriately is required by law so plan 6531 Lovingston Cir...... $442,000...... Sun 1-4...... Iona Juman...... Long & Foster..703-556-8600 on the extra cost associated with the 6603 Greenview Ln...... $470,000...... Sun 1-4...... Jim Merritt...... Keller Williams..703-535-3610 safe remediation of these materials. 7616 Modisto Ln...... $539,000...... Sun 1-4...... Marsha Wolber...... Long & Foster..703-618-4397 7. Make sure that you under- 7808 Cherry Orchard Ct....$545,000...... Sun 1-4.....Alice Chambers...... Coldwell Banker..703-938-5600 8718 Middleford Dr...... $785,000...... Sun 1-4...... Cindy Ikard...... Long & Foster..703-994-0768 stand your landscaping. Some trees and plantings are very delicate and may Annandale be damaged by construction in close 3505 Epsilon Pl...... $774,900...... Sun 1-4...... Heidi Clary...... Weichert..703-618-8737 proximity. There are techniques to mini- 3701 MacGregor Ct...... $499,900...... Sun 1-4...... Heidi Clary...... Weichert..703-618-8737 mize damage, such as root pruning and 3716 Lockwood Ln...... $425,000...... Sun 1-4...... Karen Brown...... Weichert..703-644-1364 liquid fertilization. If you’re considering 4853 Randolph Dr...... $475,000...... Sun 1-4...... Kathy Stark...... Weichert..703-201-9656 a project in an area with a very impor- 7811 Ridgewood Dr...... $719,000...... Sun 1-5...... Maria Delgado...... Premier..703-455-0200 tant tree, consult a professional arborist. Lorton 8. Think through access for con- 5904 Oak Grove St...... $789,900...... Sun 1-3..Renee Thompson...... Keller Williams..703-562-1800 struction. One often overlooked aspect of a remodeling project is the lo- Kingstowne/Alexandria gistics of transporting materials, 3915 Spect Ct...... $399,900.....Sun 12-4...... Linda Bradley...... RE/MAX..703-971-5555 equipment and personnel to the con- 4717 Poplar Dr...... $939,000...... Sat 1-4...... Rachel Carter...... Coldwell Banker..703-618-8737 struction site. Often, access is restricted 6049 Telegraph Rd...... $347,550...... Sun 2-4....Donna Henshaw...... Avery-Hess..703-801-9000 by trees, pools, grade, etc., making con- 6200 Bernard Ave...... $774,900..Sun 2-4:30...... Keri Shull...... RE/MAX..703-373-5000 struction much more costly. 6547 Grange Ln, #104...... $294,000...... Sun 2-4..Mary Ellen Rubenstein..Coldwell Banker..703-402-7276 6570 Kelsey Point Cir...... $437,000...... Sun 1-4...... Sarah Scott...... Long & Foster..703-313-6500 9. Be realistic about timing. 7745 Duvall Parish Ln...... $449,000...... Sun 1-3...... Lindsey Croft...... Long & Foster..703-924-2209 With new local restrictions particularly 7242 Cherwell Ln...... $415,000...... Sun 1-4..Tom & Cindy & Assoc...... Long & Foster..703-822-0207 in regard to land disturbance, permit- ting can often take as long as six Haymarket months. Verify all requirements in your 6871 Jockey Club Ln...... $389,999...... Sun 1-4...... Denny Glacken...... Long & Foster..703-961-7115 district, and hire a professional expe- diter to make the process as easy as Manassas possible. 8509A Thomas Dr...... $229,900...... Sat 1-4...... Janet Rebholtz...... Weichert..571-419-3478 10. Be realistic about your budget. Make sure you’re conservative in To add your Realtor represented Open House developing a budget that will meet your to these weekly listings, please call needs and allow for unnanticipated Karen Washburn at 703-778-9422 costs. Consult an expert for the particu- or E-Mail the info to lar sort of work you are considering. 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By Rich Sanders Centre View

he Northern Region of Virginia might not be Tconsidered a hotbed of professional baseball prospects, but it does have its share of home grown players who are currently taking part in the national pastime as major league or minor league players. From pitchers playing at the major league level to other position Photo by Rich Sanders/Centre View players who have been there and Courtesy Photo Chuck Welch was Brandon Snyder’s high school baseball are hoping to get back to the ma- Former Robinson Ram, current Blue Jay, Shawn Camp. coach at Westfield. jors, to those who have only known the minor leagues thus far, the Northern plate for a .300 average. He is a steady, fun- said Guyer. “I got to know him [a little] in tions hitting-wise, but pitching and defense Virginia area has helped produce several damentally sound player who, in the years spring training. He’s really a manager you wins championships. I’m glad to have been current professional ball players who once ahead, will hopefully be a part of the major want to play for and play hard for.” a part of that team.” competed as high school players in the league Orioles under current skipper Buck Guyer, who grew up playing youth ball Greg Miller, the current head coach at Northern Region. Those players have expe- Showalter. within the Reston Little League organiza- Herndon, was an assistant coach for rienced, to varying degrees, the thrill of tion and was part of a Reston-American All- Herndon when Guyer was a senior. Herndon getting big hits, making phenomenal BRANDON GUYER is a ball player on the Stars team that won district and state titles, baseball went 45-17 during Guyer’s three catches, or making that perfect third strike verge of making the major leagues his per- loves playing at Durham, a historical mi- varsity seasons. pitch in front of thousands of fans in major manent home. The Herndon High gradu- nor league stopping point, but wants badly “It was just a great time all-around,” said or minor league stadiums across the coun- ate, originally selected by the Chicago Cubs to be a big leaguer. But he knows he must Guyer, of his varsity baseball career as a try. Here’s a look at some of those players in the fifth round of the 2007 player draft, remain patient. Hornet. “I have some great friends from who are a part of or looking to become a is currently an outfielder in the Tampa Bay “It’s out of my control,” said Guyer, who there and it was a great atmosphere to play part of the “Big Show” known as major Rays’ organization with triple-A affiliate was traded by the Cubs to the Tampa Bay there. I learned a lot from Al McCullock and league baseball. Durham, where earlier this week he was organization last January. “[A call-up] could Greg Miller. I learned to go out and have hitting a healthy .305 with 11 homers and happen anytime. I’m just trying to get in all fun, give it your all, and play the game the BRANDON SNYDER, a 2005 graduate of 49 RBI over 89 games for the Bulls. my [daily] work here and come out and give right way.” Westfield High School, has bided his time Earlier this season, Guyer, a right-handed it my all. When I was growing up it was in the Baltimore Orioles’ farm system since batter who plays mostly right field, had a always my dream to be a big leaguer. Being JOE SAUNDERS, the ace lefty pitcher who being the American League East team’s first brief stint with the major league Rays fol- close to that dream is a blessing.” helped lead West Springfield High to the round pick in 2005. The right-handed hit- lowing a call-up to the big club on Friday, He enjoys playing in front of big crowds 1998 state AAA baseball title, has enjoyed ting first baseman, who made his major May 6. That night, he made quite a splash, in Durham with the Bulls. a successful big league career since being league debut last September, has spent most hitting a home run in his first major league “It was amazing coming here [to the Rays’ called up from triple-A Salt Lake City to the of this season at triple-A Norfolk where he at-bat in Tampa Bay’s 6-2 win at Camden organization] and then finding out I’d be California Angels in August of 2005. is having a solid campaign. He has had a Yards in Baltimore. A roster crunch forced going to Durham,” he said. “With the movie Saunders, who built an impressive 27-7 couple of brief call-ups to the Orioles this the 25-year old back to Durham a few days [about the Bulls] growing up, I’d heard a career college pitching record at Virginia season where he was 3-for-13 at the plate later, but Guyer, who hit his homer off of lot about the Durham Bulls. You always get Tech, was chosen by the Angels in the first (.231 average), and he is hoping to land a O’s left-hander Zach Britton, will never for- a good crowd, and they have the blue mon- round (12th overall pick) in the 2002 first permanent spot in Baltimore before season’s get his first few days in the majors. ster in left field.” year player draft. end. “It was cool because I grew up here close The “blue monster” is comparable to the He blossomed with the Angels and en- Through Aug. 8, Snyder, at Norfolk, was to Camden Yards and went to a lot of games “green monster” of Boston’s Fenway Park. joyed his best seasons with the halos in 2008 batting .253 with 11 home runs and 50 RBI there when I was young,” said Guyer, who Guyer, who was born in Westchester, Pa. (17-7, 3.41 ERA) and 2009 (16-7, 4.60). In over 87 games for the Tide in the Interna- grew up in Herndon. and grew up a Phillies fan, was part of the both those seasons, he was a key starter on tional League. The Rays are under manager Joe Maddon, Herndon High baseball team under coach an Angels’ team that won the American Snyder, whose father, Brian, had brief who led the Rays to the World Series a few Al McCullock that won the Concorde Dis- League West Division. He started three stints in the majors with the Seattle Mari- years ago. Guyer hopes to one day be a per- trict title in 2002 and finished 19-4 overall. postseason games over those two years — ners in 1985 and the Oakland A’s in 1989, manent member of Maddon’s Tampa Bay “Our pitching was huge for us that year,” one at Fenway Park against the Red Sox in made his big league debut last September roster. said Guyer, who played third base for the ’08 and two against the Yankees the next and, over 10 games, was six-for-20 at the “He’s easy going, a laid back manager,” Hornets. “We came through in clutch situa- See Playing Baseball, Page 15 Sports Notes Chantilly’s Sohwon Kim was one taekwondo at the U.S. Taekwondo Col- is still registering for its fall season in- cheerleading, and track and field. Reg- pants must be 50 years of age by Dec. of three Virginia athletes to compete lege in Sully Plaza Shopping Center structional league. No experience is istration is also taking place for an SYA 31, 2011 and live in a sponsoring ju- at the The 2011 USA National when he was five. Since then, he has necessary. Coaches are needed at all lev- lacrosse clinic. Register now to assure risdiction. In addition to traditional Taekwondo Team Trials this past won five Virginia State Championships els. Visit www.syasoftball.org for fees, placement on a team and avoid late fees. Olympic events such as track and weekend at the U.S. Olympic Com- in his respective age categories. This dates, and other information. For more information visit the website field and swimming, other events in- plex in Colorado Springs. Kim, at year alone, Kim has earned six gold or send an email to clude cards and board games, tennis, Trials, won two matches to one de- medals combined at the Virginia and Southwestern Youth Associa- [email protected]. bowling, golf and more. 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The ball fell into the Bermuda Triangle.” “Practice as much as you can and have as much Saunders was selected to play in the 2008 Ameri- fun playing as you can,” said Saunders, who attended can League All-Star Game in July of that season as a numerous youth baseball camps as a youngster. pitcher on the American League squad. That year’s Jose Aunon, D.D.S. All-Star contest was held at the old Yankee Stadium, 1994 ROBINSON SECONDARY graduate and which was in its final year of existence as a result of former George Mason University pitcher Shawn James Moshier, D.M.D. a new Yankee Stadium being built. The Yankees, in Camp has been a solid big league relief pitcher pre-game ceremonies, celebrated their storied past throughout his playing career. 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Over the remainder of the sea- Last year, Camp was close to spectacular — enjoy- Advanced Dentistry son, Saunders was 3-7 with a 4.25 ERA for Arizona. ing a career-best year in which he went 4-3 with a www.virginialaserdental.com Centreville Saunders, who played high school ball for the Spar- 2.99 ERA with a team-high 70 pitching appearances tans under legendary Northern Region coach Ron for the Jays. This season, Camp is 1-2 with a 5.10 Tugwell, is currently 8-9 with a 3.61 ERA for Ari- ERA over 48 games. zona. Camp, early in his baseball career, was a catcher He naturally has fond memories of his time as a at Robinson as well as in college at both the Univer- member of the West Springfield High baseball team sity of North Alabama and George Mason. 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