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By Marilyn Campbell Julie Fitzpatrick who lives in Ar- lington. “I’ve been looking forward everal minutes before So- to this for weeks.” lar Eclipse 2017 reached Earlier in the afternoon, eclipse Sits peak, a band of storm enthusiasts young, old and in-be- clouds floated over the tween, gathered in the courtyard sun, and a collective groan of dis- for activities instruction on the appointment swelled among the proper use of eclipse glasses, a tele- crowd of people who’d gathered scope presentation, a live feed at Northern Virginia Community from NASA, a demonstration of College’s pinhole viewers (NOVA) and an art dem- Annandale “The whole point [of onstration. campus to “I took as- watch the the event] is to get tronomy last eclipse during year in high the school’s them excited about school, so I NOVA Eclipse knew that this Mania 2017 this huge scientific was going to be Meditation sessions were part of NOVA’s Eclipse Mania 2017, including this one with event. a special Nicolette LePalme of Alexandria, Grace Cooney of Falls Church, Hannah Park of McLean “So disap- phenomenon that is eclipse,” said and Sai Pethe of Vienna. Meditation club, faculty advisor and biology professor, Paul pointing,” said NOVA fresh- Fitzgerald of Reston. Bethesda resi- happening today.” man Gucci dent Jill — Ritu Kansal Marwah of phenomenon that is happening Caporale, one Fairfax. “I’ve today.” of the event organizers and an seen an eclipse in India, but never “This was an effort by the whole associate professor of biology and in the U.S.” school, not just the science divi- natural sciences at NOVA. Faculty scientists from the sion, but also history and art,” said As thunder rolled and the sky school’s math, science, and engi- Caporale as she pointed to colored turned grey, the crowd moved to neering division were present to chalk drawings of the solar system a large screen television that had answer questions and offer safety that were created jointly by the been set up under a tent to watch suggestions. science and art divisions. a NASA’s live feed of the eclipse “The students are all so enthusi- There were also outdoor medi- “The eclipse is still happening, astic,” said Vienna resident Ritu tation sessions led by NOVA’s but we can’t see it here,” said Kansal, a chemistry professor at Meditation Club. “It’s a symbolic Caporale, as she began taking NOVA. “So many students coming of getting over the hump, the dark down the educational eclipse dis- up and looking at the NASA post- passing over the light and a fresh plays that had lined a courtyard ers. They want to learn. The whole start,” said Nicolette LePalme, club on campus. point [of the event] is to get them president and resident of Alexan- “This is so disappointing,” said excited about this huge scientific dria.
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Photos by Steve Hibbard/The Gazette Volunteers at the Back-to-School Brigade, part of Operation Homefront The line for tattoos at the Back-to-School Brigade, part of Operation at the Springfield Hilton Hotel on Saturday, Aug. 19. Homefront at the Springfield Hilton Hotel on Saturday, Aug. 19. Families Receive Backpacks in Back-to-School Brigade About 750 local military families were part of 300,000 to receive school supplies nationwide.
bout 750 local military families received back Apacks and school sup plies as part of the Back-to- School Brigade, part of Operation Homefront, at the Springfield Hilton Hotel on Saturday, Aug. 19, in Spring- field. It’s part of a nationwide event that gives 300,000 school backpacks to stu- dents across the country. Children who belong to military in- stallations like Fort Belvoir and Quantico who are in elementary, middle, and high school could select a colorful backpack stuffed with about 12 Katherine Miner, 8, of Fairfax, is dressed as Flash with other characters items ranging from paper to color pen- during the Back-to-School Brigade, part of Operation Homefront at the cils, pens, rulers, scissors, etc. Springfield Hilton Hotel on Saturday, Aug. 19. “We do understand that it costs a lot of money now to get these school sup- plies and we’re providing these back- packs to take the stress off of these Takeisha Moment with her son Sean, families who are serving our nation,” 15, of Alexandria, with his new back- said Ashley Baxter, area manager of Op- pack. eration Homefront. She added, “It’s a nationwide event and we are giving military family mem- bers the essentials they need for hav- ing a successful school year.” “We did this program last year and it was a huge benefit to our girls,” said Kristen Schoeneck of Fort Belvoir. “We have five, almost six girls and it provides school supplies to us. We might not be able to afford it otherwise or maybe not be able to get all the things they neces- sarily need, so it’s a huge help.” Of the 750 people who attended, the range of recipients includes families of military officers, National Guard, en- listed, active and inactive reserves. The Anderson family of Quantico with The Hernandez family of Fairfax: The Knutson family of Stafford: their new backpacks: Aubree, 9, Leo, 7, and Adrian, 5, with their Dylann, 6, and Tyler, 10, with their — Steve Hibbard Alexus, 7, and Autumn, 4. new backpacks. new backpacks. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ August 24-30, 2017 ❖ 3 Old Town $1,595,000 NEW LISTING 207 Gibbon St. Totally renovated 4 bedroom (all upper), 4 bath his- toric brick home in the desirable S.E. quadrant of town! Open floor plan with gourmet kitchen, fire- places in the living room, dining room and Master suite. Finished lower level with 9’ ceilings, private OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 entry and full bath. Original Old Town $1,799,000 hardwood floors on 3 levels, Annandale $1,195,000 214 S. Lee Street. Fabulous renovation and expansion of this beautiful moldings and built-ins. 8206C Hillcrest Rd. Custom built home situated on private 3 house cul- historic 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath residence in the S.E. quadrant Fenced back yard with patio, de-sac, yet near major commuter routes. Conservation easement on 2 sides of town. Over 2600 sq. ft. of living space on 3 levels with high brick outbuilding with electric and provides secluded, natural setting. Entertaining is easy with 9’+ ceilings, end finishes and quality craftsmanship throughout. Handsome alley access. Just steps from Lee an open floor plan and a deck backing to woods. Live comfortably in an moldings, custom built-ins, original heart of pine floors, 2 gas St. park! immaculate home with service contracts protecting major systems. Three fin- fireplaces and 2 balconies including 1 with a river view. Deep Christine Garner ished levels with in-law suite on walk out level. Generous room sizes/storage fenced yard with extensive hardscape. options. No HOA dues to live in this unique home-what are you waiting for? 703.587.4855 Christine Garner 703/587/4855 Joni & Greg Koons 703-209-7277
PRICE REDUCTION Old Town NEW LISTING $959,900 Old Town $999,900 422 Euille Street. Beautiful Move-in Ready 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath brick front 615 South Royal St. Spacious townhouse with a 2 car attached garage. detached brick home with over Located in a quiet courtyard just a few 3,000 sq. ft. of living space and blocks from the waterfront and historic 2 off street parking spaces in King St. Open floor plan with tall ceilings, the S.E. quadrant of town! Three handsome moldings and wainscoting finished levels with 4 bedrooms in the dining room. Eat-in kitchen with and 3.5 baths. Eat-in kitchen, granite counters and island and lower formal dining room, living room level family room with gas fireplace. Two with fireplace and French doors bedrooms and 2 full baths on the upper to large fenced yard with flag- level including the Master suite with luxury Old Town $885,000 stone patio. en suite bath. Third level bedroom with en 706 Fitzhugh Way. Sensational brick home in Old Town Christine Garner suite bath, den/office and a rooftop deck!. Greens,close to shops, restaurants & transportation. Enjoy life on 703.587.4855 Christine Garner 3 levels with beautiful moldings, designer accents, 3BRS, 2full + 2 half baths. 2 car GARAGE! 703.587.4855 Diann Hicks Carlson 703-628-2440
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4 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ August 24-30, 2017 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Crime Rex Reiley One Injured After Shooting A Leader A man is recovering after being shot multiple times ground in the surrounding area. on Monday, Aug. 21. The victim was walking in the Anyone with information about this incident is in Mount Vernon 8000 block of Janna Lee Avenue around 10 p.m. asked to contact Detective Wallace at 703-619-4308, when witnesses report hearing shots being fired. or the Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131. You Real Estate According to police, a white vehicle, possibly an In- can also submit a tip anonymously through Crime finity, was seen leaving the area immediately follow- Solvers electronically by visiting ing the shots. www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text-a-tip by texting Mount Vernon District officers responded and ren- “TIP187” plus a message to CRIMES(274637). RE/MAX Allegiance dered aid to the victim who was taken to an area Anonymous Tipsters are eligible for cash rewards of 703-409-4784 hospital. Twenty-one shell casings were found on the $100-$1,000 if their information leads to an arrest. Crime Report
The following incidents were reported man drove off in her car. He crashed it wallet from vehicle by the Mount Vernon District Police Sta- a short distance away near Mount 2500 block of Parkers Lane, gun from tion. Vernon Memorial Highway and Forest vehicle Haven Drive. After abandoning that ve- 8400 block of Richmond Highway, Year after SEXUAL BATTERY/ABDUCTION/ hicle, the suspect then broke into a wallet from business ARREST: 6600 block of Beddoo Street, home in the 4600 block of Tarpon Lane 3800 block of Roxbury Court, credit year, Rex Aug. 20 around 10 p.m. A woman was and took a number of items, including cards from vehicles followed and sexually assaulted by a keys to another vehicle, after confront- STOLEN VEHICLES Ranks as a stranger after getting off a bus. She was ing the owner. He took off in that car 4200 block of Fielding Street, 1999 able to push him off and run away. Yes- and abandoned it in the 4500 block of Toyota Camry top local terday evening, the suspect was spotted Neptune Drive before fleeing on foot in the 3100 block of Sherwood Hall and being apprehended by officers. A AUG. 21 Realtor. Lane and was positively identified as the 34-year-old man from North Carolina LARCENIES person responsible for Sunday night’s was arrested and charged with two 8800 block of Black Alder Drive, wal- attack. A 22-year-old man from Lorton counts of carjacking, and the use of a let from vehicle was arrested and charged with abduc- firearm in the commission of a felony. 8400 block of Cherry Valley Lane, bi- tion, sexual battery, and indecent COMMERCIAL BURGLARY: 5700 cycles from residence exposure. He is being held without bond Telegraph Road, between 11:30 p.m. 3100 block of McGeorge Terrace, at the Adult Detention Center. Aug. 13 and 4:30 a.m. Aug. 14. Some- wallet from vehicle CARJACKING WITH APPREHEN- one broke into the gas station and stole 8800 block of Menard Court, driver’s Integrity, Experience, Results… SION: 3000 block of Furman Lane, merchandise. license from vehicle Rex is one of Re/Max’s top producers in Aug. 19 around 12:15 a.m. The victim 8600 block of Mount Vernon High- was walking from her car when she was AUG. 22 way, wallets from vehicles Virginia and the Central Atlantic approached by two men. The men LARCENIES grabbed the victim, pushed her to her 8300 block of Hunter Murphy Circle, See Crime, Page 17 Region, and he can use his vast knees, and the suspects demanded experience and extensive networking money. The suspects took the victim’s car keys and wallet, then left in her ve- in the Mt.Vernon/Alexandria hicle. A short time later a 19-year-old area to help you buy or sell a home. and a 17-year-old, both of District lebrate Heights, Md. were taken into custody. e Ce with Rex and his team are available to assist you COMMERCIAL ROBBERY WITH m U APPREHENSION: 6946 South Kings o s in your home purchase and sale. Highway, Aug. 20 around 2:30 a.m. a C referrals 39-year-old man went into the 7-Eleven Rex’s business is built on , on South Kings Highway and appeared and repeatedly his clients pay their to make a purchase. When the clerk went to ring up the item, he jumped highest compliment by sending friends over the counter and began to take the and family to him when they are money from the register and left in a getaway car parked outside. Not long in the market to buy or sell a home. after the robbery the suspect and a 56- year-old getaway driver were taken into custody. Both are from Washington D.C. Mt. Vernon is Rex’s hometown. He moved BURGLARY OF AN OCCUPIED DWELLING: 4200 block of Corcoran here in l960 when his father, an Air Force Street, Aug. 17 around 4:15 a.m. Police responded to the report of a man who pilot, was stationed at the Pentagon. had entered the victim’s home. When Rex also became a pilot, graduating from the the victim approached him, the suspect fled. He was last seen in a dark-colored Air Force Academy and flying for 20 years four-door sedan driving toward Ashboro Drive. The suspect was described as with the Air Force and Eastern Airlines. black, around 5 feet 9 inches tall with a . muscular build, wearing a black ski hat and black pants. Rex returned to his roots in Mt. Vernon COMMERCIAL BURGLARY: 2801 where he and his wife, Doris, raised Beacon Hill Road (Hybla Valley Nurs- Saturday, September 2, 2017 ery), between 4:30 p.m. on Aug. 15 and their four children, and where Rex 8:15 a.m. Aug. 16. The business was broken into and an undisclosed amount 4 - 8 PM embarked on a second career of money was taken. in Real Estate. BURGLARY OF AN OCCUPIED DWELLING: 5200 block of Cedar Live Music by Mary Bowers & Co Road, Aug. 16 around 10:15 p.m. Resi- dents noticed a motion light had been activated and when they went to inves- Free Food Catered by Soul Creations tigate, they found a person standing in www.RexReiley.com their television room. The residents called 9-1-1 and the suspect left. Ft Hunt Massage and Spa 1300 Lafayette Dr. #200 CARJACKING/BURGLARY/STO- LEN AUTO/ARREST: 8800 block of Alexandria, VA 22308 Richmond Highway, Aug. 13 around 1300 Lafayette Drive, Alexandria 5:45 p.m. A 53-year-old woman was sit- (next to the Hollin Hall shopping center) ting in her car when a man entered the front passenger seat and displayed a 703-765-7275 703-768-7730 weapon. She exited the vehicle and the www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ August 24-30, 2017 ❖ 5 Bulletin Board
Submit civic/community announce- SATURDAY/SEPT. 16 ments at ConnectionNewspapers.com/ Calendar. Photos and artwork welcome. Exceptional Military Families Deadline is Thursday at noon, at least two Summit. 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (check-in weeks before event. begins at 8:30 a.m.) at Mount Vernon High School, 8515 Old Mt. Vernon Road, Entrance 4 or Entrance 6. Learn more about the many resources
SENIOR VOLUNTEERS Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department Ph and opportunities for military RSVP n r n r r n r , a volu tee etwo k fo se io s families of students with special n r r n n n seeki g se vice oppo tu ities i a d needs in Fairfax County Public r n r n r n n a ou d Fai fax Cou ty, A li gto Schools. Visit the exhibit hall with n n n r Cou ty a d the City of Alexa d ia, exhibitors from military r rr r n offe s a wide a ay of oppo tu ities organizations, community partners r n r n r fo volu tee s 55 a d olde . RSVP and a host of Fairfax County Public n r n volu tee s e joy flexible schedules, School offices. Learn more at r n n n r n f ee accide t a d liability i su a ce www.fcps.edu/resources/family- r n n n while se vi g, optio al mileage a d engagement/parent-resource-center. r r n n r n meal eimbu seme t a d a e i vited Visit www.fcps.edu/index.php/node/ n r r r n to volu tee g oup p ojects a d social 28279 to register. gatherings. To sign up for an upcoming orientation, email Carly Hubicki at SEPT. 29-30 [email protected] or call Fall Children’s Consignment Sale. RSVP at 703-403- 5360. To learn 9 a.m.-8 p.m., at Cameron United more about RSVP, visit Methodist Church, 3130 Franconia www.rsvpnova.org. Road. Some items are half price on Saturday. To become a seller, email:
THIRD MONDAY OF THE MONTH oto [email protected], or visit www.cameron-umc.org/. Mobile DMV. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Sherwood Hall Library. Two programs, DMV Connect and DMV 2 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED GO, will provide full DMV service to A Safer Home Line Dance Instructor needed for the Route 1 area. At the Sherwood Fire Station 11, Penn Daw, B-Shift was out in the community on Saturday, Aug. 12, as the Gum Springs Senior Program Hall service centers, customers can part of its Safety In Our Community program, conducting a home safety evaluation for once a week on either Tuesday, apply or renew their ID cards, drivers Wednesday or Thursday. Volunteer licenses, take road and knowledge interested families. After surveying the interior of one home, crews noticed they did not Solutions, call 703-324-5406, TTY tests, apply for special ID cards, get have any working smoke alarms. They also had gas appliances in the home but no 711. copies of their driving records, obtain carbon monoxide (CO) detector. The crew ended up installing two smoke alarms and Volunteer Fairfax makes it easy for vehicle titles, license plates, decals individuals and families, youth and and transcripts, order disabled one CO detector. The family was so grateful for this service that they insisted the crew seniors, corporate groups and civic parking placards or plates, purchase join them for a meal. clubs to volunteer. Fulfill hours, give an EZ-Pass transponder and more. A back, or pay it forward through a full list of services is available at day. Network at one of Alexandria’s at web.alexchamber.com/events. children 18 years and under and $2 variety service options. Visit www.dmv.virginia.gov. prime venues over drinks and small for adults. There is no registration www.volunteerfairfax.org or call bites. For this BAH, we will be involved, and open to everyone. Meal THROUGH AUG. 25 703-246-3460. THURSDAY/AUG. 24 linking up with the Mount Vernon service will be provided at the STEM VOLUNTEERS. The American Lee Chamber of Commerce to expand Summer Lunches. The Fairfax County following sites Monday-Friday, Association for the Advancement of Networking Event. 5:30-7 p.m. at member circles even farther. Public Schools Office of Food and 11:30-1 p.m. No service on July 3 Science (AAAS) needs scientists, r n n r Ceda K oll, 9030 Lucia La e, Fo t Registration includes a Nutrition Services will be hosting the and 4. In the Mount Vernon area, engineers, mathematicians, and n n r r n Hu t. Alexa d ia Chambe ’s Busi ess complimentary beverage and bites. FEEDS (Food for Every Child to Eat FEEDS is offered at the following physicians to assist K-12 STEM r r n r Afte Hou s eve t is the pe fect way Members, $10; non-members, $25; During Summer) BBQ program, a schools: (Science, Technology, Engineering, n n r r ❖ to wi d dow f om a hectic wo k members at the door, $25. Register USDA-funded program is free to all Bren Mar Park Elementary, 6344 Beryl Mathematics) teachers in the Road Northern Virginia Area, during the ❖ Hybla Valley Elementary, 3415 2016-17 school year. In the 2015-16 Lockheed Blvd. school year, the numbers of STEM ❖ Mount Vernon Woods Elementary, volunteers in Northern Virginia were: 4015 Fielding St. Fairfax County - 40, Arlington - 20, ❖ Driver Robbed at Gunpoint Riverside Elementary, 8410 Old and Alexandria - one. Details of the Mount Vernon Road collaboration are worked out A Fort Washington, Md, man is facing charges tim got out of his car to find out what was going between the teacher and the after an investigation revealed he used his car to on, that’s when says the driver of the Honda pulled SATURDAY/AUG. 26 volunteer, and may involve giving stop another driver and then rob them at gun- out a handgun and a knife while making threats demonstrations, assisting in lab Mount Vernon Flea Market. 8 a.m.- experiments, lecturing on special point. and demanding money. The victim handed over 1 p.m., at 8717 Fort Hunt Road. The topics, assisting with homework, etc. Officers were called to the 6000 block of an undisclosed amount of cash and then returned flea market features: furniture, art, The hours are flexible, and Farrington Avenue in the Alexandria area of to his car to call police. He was not injured. china, glass, porcelain, pottery, volunteers attend a one-day training books, photographs, lighting, tools, in September before being assigned Fairfax County around 11 a.m. Aug. 15 when a Officers located the Honda a short distance antique & vintage items, crafts, dolls, to schools. To see how volunteers are caller reported that he had been robbed at gun- away, with the suspect inside. He was arrested household items, hobby items, assisting their teachers, view the point. The man said that a silver Honda pulled and taken to the Adult Detention Center where tapestries, clothes, CDs and DVDs. video clips at Visit www.seniorscientist.org. To across the road in front of him. The driver of the he was charged with armed robbery and use of a mountvernonfleamarket.wordpress.com volunteer, contact Honda got out and started toward him. The vic- firearm in the commission of a felony. for more. [email protected]. See Bulletin Board, Page 16
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www.MountVernonGazette.com Expand Medicaid Now @MtVernonGazette An independent, locally owned weekly newspaper delivered deaths due to failure to expand Medicaid: be- to homes and businesses. It’s too late to get back the $10 billion Virginia tween 266 and 987. Published by turned down, but not too late to gain coverage Refusing to accept federal funds to provide Local Media Connection LLC healthcare to uninsured Virginians makes no 1606 King Street more sense than declining federal funds for Alexandria, Virginia 22314 for 400,000 and boost the economy. transportation or education. Free digital edition delivered to In Virginia, 102,000 uninsured people with your email box. Go to irginia’s General Assembly has re- most entirely paid for by the federal govern- a mental illness or substance use disorder could connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe fused to accept one of the key pro- ment. qualify for coverage if Medicaid were expanded visions of the Affordable Care Act, “I have called for Virginia to expand Medic- under the Affordable Care Act. V NEWS DEPARTMENT: expansion of Medicaid at almost no aid for three and a half years now. In that time, As Virginia wrestles with heroin and opioid [email protected] cost to Virginia that could have covered we have forever forfeited a whopping $10.4 addiction, expanding Medicaid would allow for Steven Mauren 400,000 uninsured Virginians and would have billion of our federal tax dollars,” McAuliffe expanding treatment programs. One of the big Editor, 703-778-9415 brought more than $10 billion said. “We have missed an opportunity to cover obstacles to helping people who are fighting [email protected] into the state. It has also cost 400,000 low-income Virginians.” addiction is the availability of treatment when Editorial Mike Salmon lives. More than 140,000 residents of Fairfax it is most needed. More people die of opioid Assistant Editor Ironically, the failed efforts to County have no health insurance. More than overdoses in Virginia than in vehicle crashes. [email protected] “repeal and replace” the Affordable Care Act 40,000 residents of Arlington and Alexandria It is beyond cruel that an ideologically driven Andrea Worker included changes to Medicaid that would have have no health insurance. That’s more than 12 General Assembly can turn away health care Reporter penalized states, like Virginia, that did not ex- percent of the people who live in one of the for so many. It’s beyond understanding why [email protected] pand Medicaid, permanently reducing federal wealthiest areas in the nation. the General Assembly would turn down bil- Jeanne Theismann funding. A Harvard Medical School study determined lions of dollars in direct health care dollars, [email protected] “In all of the bills proposed in the House and that the decision by 25 states to reject the ex- plus the tremendous boost to the economy and @TheismannMedia Senate to repeal the ACA, none of them left pansion of Medicaid coverage under the Af- jobs that federal investment would generate. the non-expansion states better off,” said Gov. fordable Care Act would result in between ADVERTISING: Terry McAuliffe on Monday, Aug. 21, in call- 7,115 and 17,104 more deaths than had all — Mary Kimm For advertising information ing again for Virginia to expand Medicaid, al- states opted in. In Virginia, the number of [email protected] [email protected] 703-778-9431
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cal spectrum have expanded Medicaid. This all of his teeth pulled. haps, consensus can be reached in the bud- Publisher isn’t a political issue. These are people’s These folks should get the exact same level get development process. Jerry Vernon lives. of care that you or I do. I welcome your input and I remind you 703-549-0004 I believe in the radical notion that health That’s why I will be including Medicaid ex- that I have consistently supported a busi- [email protected] care shouldn’t be a privilege for the rich. pansion once again in my biennial budget pro- ness-like approach that allows us to bring Editor & Publisher And in the wealthiest nation in the world, posal this year. this money back at no cost to Virginia. If Mary Kimm [email protected] one medical event shouldn’t send a family And even if you don’t believe that the ACA is you pursue expansion the way I’ve presented @MaryKimm into financial ruin. here for good, let me also remind you that in it to you, it could save the state hundreds of Just a few weeks ago, I went to the Re- all of the bills proposed in the House and Sen- millions of dollars. Editor in Chief Steven Mauren mote Area Medical Clinic in Wise for the ate to repeal the ACA, none of them left the Further, it could protect us from the po- Art/Design: fourth time as governor. I want to thank Dr. non-expansion states better off. In fact, in one tential negative financial impacts of future Laurence Foong, John Heinly, O’Bannon for providing his services at the of the proposals, non-expansion states would federal caps on the Medicaid program. Ali Khaligh Production Manager: clinic. cover costs for the expansion states for the next It’s not too late. There’s still more than Geovani Flores There, you will see the stark reality of five years. $2 billion a year on the table that we can what it means to lack access to affordable So, I ask you this: Are you willing to let Vir- benefit from, and I hope we can agree on CIRCULATION health care. People were waiting in the ani- ginia be block granted or capped at our cur- an approach to do the right thing. Circulation Manager: Ann Oliver [email protected] If You Are Not Outraged You Are Not Paying Attention A Connection Newspaper By Rev. Dr. Keary Kincannon terrorism for which white supremacist Alex event in Charlottesville. Your words are divid- Fields has been charged. Yet on two separate ing Americans, not healing them.” Graham “ f you’re not outraged, you’re not paying occasions President Trump makes clear that he continued saying, “Through his statements Iattention.” This was Heather Heyers last believes and blames many sides for the vio- yesterday, President Trump took a step back- Facebook Post. Heather is the lence. If you’re not outraged, you’re ward by again suggesting there is moral equiva- 32 year-old paralegal, with a passion Commentary not paying attention. lency between the white supremacist neo-Na- for social justice, who, participating Republican Sen. Lindsay Graham zis and KKK members who attended the in the counter protest in from South Carolina spoke out say- Charlottesville rally and people like [Heather] Charlottesville was run down and murdered. ing, “Mr. President, I encourage you to try to Heyer. I, along with many others, do not en Nineteen others were injured in an act of bring us together as a nation after this horrific See Are You Outraged, Page 12 8 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ August 24-30, 2017 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ August 24-30, 2017 ❖ 9 Letters
Chris S. Grisafe. Illusion of Chris Grisafe is a Coast Guard veteran who has served on several Non-partisanship local committees serving the To the Editor: County School Board including It is important for Mount Vernon their School Bonds Committee, residents to vote in the special Superintendent’s Business Advi- election occurring next Tuesday. sory Committee and Adult Educa- The issue is election to an at-large tion Advisory Committee. He ad- seat on the County School Board vocates fiscal responsibility, re- that was vacated when a Republi- duced class sizes and smart im- can-endorsed School Board mem- provements in the teacher com- ber resigned and moved out of our pensation package (salary and area. The sample ballot may be pension). viewed at this link: http:// In the wake of the School www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/ Board’s decision last month to re- sample_ballot/ name J.E.B. Stuart High School at aug2017_special_sb_yellow.pdf an estimated cost to taxpayers of As usual, the sample ballot dis- up to $1 million, Ms. Keys- plays no political affiliations for Gamarra is on record as support- the candidates, keeping up the il- ing that decision as well as favor- lusion that the School Board is ing renaming W.T. Woodson High “non-partisan.” Of course, this is School and Robert E. Lee High a fiction as the dominant majority School. However, she stated: “I am of the board is endorsed by the not on record as saying that we local Democratic Party. There are need to take Fairfax County’s funds four candidates for this seat, but to pay for that.” Mr. Grisafe is on my political expert sources say that record as opposing the way the the contest is truly between the decision to rename J.E.B. Stuart two candidates who appear on the High School was carried out, stat- sample ballots handed out at poll- ing that the School Board failed ing places by the local Democratic to follow their own regulation for and Republican parties. The changing school names and that Democrat-endorsed candidate is the process undertaken was not Karen A. Keys-Gamarra while the Republican-endorsed candidate is See Letters, Page 18
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By Paul Krizek This year, we had a surplus in our gen- State Delegate (D-44) eral fund revenue collections and the Vir- ginia economy continues to expand, with his week, I wanted to give an eco- some of our higher-paying job sectors show- Tnomic report card highlighting the ing solid growth. progress we’ve made in the Com- For fiscal year 2017, total general fund monwealth of Virginia for 2017. collections, excluding transfers, exceeded Last year, 2016 general fund revenue col- the official forecast by $134.1 million. Af- lections were $268.9 million below our of- ter we factor in end-of-the-year transfers to ficial forecast, which required that we the general fund from other sources, we reforecast general fund revenues for the ended fiscal year 2017 with an additional 2016-18 biennium. The revised forecast $2.5 million, bringing the total to $136.6 lowered our anticipated million above our budget assumptions for Commentary collections for the bien- general fund resources. nium by $1.2 billion Strong growth in payroll withholding and from what was origi- corporate income tax collections drove the nally estimated in the enacted budget. surplus. This situation posed a major challenge to Most of the surplus revenue will go to our fiscal well-being. The General Assem- expand Virginia’s cash reserves in the event bly passed this balanced budget in the face of a future economic downturn. Given of a significant revenue shortfall. where we are at, further actions to build The General Assembly and the Governor up cash reserves and protect our AAA bond were able to refocus and tighten up our rating are paramount among the budget is- economic development efforts and incen- sues we will face going forward. tives so that they will be more effective and Given the level of federal and economic accountable, while increasing funding and uncertainty, any effort to build up liquidity improving programs that address mental and cash reserves is a wise course of action health. as there is no clear idea of what will govern Gov. McAuliffe also restored pay increases national fiscal policy after Oct. 1, 2017. for our hard-working state employees, law The Governor has stated he will pursue enforcement personnel at the state and lo- Standards of Quality in education spend- cal level, constitutional officers, higher edu- ing and Medicaid Expansion for inclusion cation faculty, and public school teachers. See Business, Page 16
www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ August 24-30, 2017 ❖ 11 Adoptorama Opinion 2017 Are You Outraged? Join us for family fun! Dogs, cats, puppies & kittens for adoption From Page 8 groups organizing this rally to protest removing Rob- Reduced adoption fees for alumni dorse this moral equivalency.” ert E Lee’s statue were very public about their white Bake Sale & Raffle ... and more! Another Graham, Franklin Graham, eldest son of supremacist agenda. Many interviewed made it clear More info at lostdogrescue.org Billy Graham, spoke out in support of the President that they want a “White Nation” cleared of minori- agreeing that the blame for the violence in ties and people of color. This is pure evil. Labor Day Weekend Charlottesville should lie on many sides. Graham The President of the United States has the gall to says, “… they want to blame President Donald J. say the violence that may have come from the resis- Sunday-Monday, Sept. 3-4, 12-3 p.m. Trump for everything. Really, this boils down to evil tance to this evil is equally to blame. Then he only Seven Corners PetSmart in people’s hearts. Satan is behind it all. He wants steps into it deeper, when he says there were many 6100 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, VA division, he wants unrest, he wants violence and good people on both sides. No Mr. President. There hatred. He’s the enemy of peace and unity. I de- may be good people who oppose the removal of the nounce bigotry and racism of every form, be it black, statue but any good people who may have turned white or any other. My prayer is that our nation will out in for that cause would have left in a heartbeat come together. We are stronger together, and our as soon as they saw the grotesque gathering of Na- answers lie in turning to God,” Graham added. zis, KKK and White Supremacists. Learn About Adver sing As a pastor I have no problem with theologically Many of my clergy colleagues were present for the identifying Satan as behind the violence in counter protest. They boldly proclaimed the Gospel Charlottesville. And every good Christian knows we of Christ. They counted the cost and willingly en- in the Connec on are all sinners. But please, Mr. Graham, sometimes tered the conflict with a presence of deep abiding the evil in our hearts manifests itself in the world. love. Saturday morning they marched silently through and Digital Op ons! Sometimes evil walks the streets and we must stand the city, wearing stoles and clergy collars. They up to it and say “No!” The President’s refusal to lay walked past many white supremacists and paramili- blame squarely on the evil that invaded tary armed with assault rifles. AAdver dver singsing iinn tthehe CConnec onnec onon Charlottesville has only emboldened that evil. David What unfolded was dramatic in its opposition. In- Duke, former KKK leader and participant in this sults and threats were hurled at these ministers as aandnd upcomingupcoming sspecialpecial sec sec ons:ons: White Supremacist rally, said their rally represents they knelt on the curb along the edge of Emancipa- the “Fulfillment of Donald Trump’s promise.” tion Park. The white supremacists were clearly try- cconnectionnewspapers.com/advertisingonnectionnewspapers.com/advertising Mr. Graham, by encouraging the President in such ing to anger and engage the clergy in a response. But a weak condemnation of the evil that marched in response they received only pointed out how differ- Charlottesville you are deflecting the President from ent the Gospel of love is to the hate the supremacists or call 703.778.9431 condemning evil, from seeking repentance and you spewed. The clergy chanted “love has, love has, love are even hindering his own salvation. And Mr. Gra- has already won.” Then their witnessing broke into a ham, you are also deflecting the nation, especially spontaneous rendition of “This Little Light of Mine, those evangelicals that follow you, from identifying I’m Gonna Let it Shine.” and resisting evil when it manifests in our presence. There are times when our belief in what is good On judgement day you will have to answer for the calls us to take a risk, step up and step out, identify- souls that did not enter into the Kingdom because ing ourselves as opposing and resisting evil. If you you gave them an excuse to stay lukewarm. are not outraged you are not paying attention. In the Church our baptismal vows included a prom- The writer is the pastor at Rising Hope Mission Church, a ise to renounce the spiritual forces of wickedness, United Methodist Congregation. reject the evil powers of this world, and repent of our sin and to accept the freedom and power God gives to resist evil, injustice, and oppression in what- Write ever forms they present themselves. The Gazette welcomes views on any public issue. What more are we waiting for before we will stand Include home address and home and business numbers. up and live into our baptismal vows? A battalion of Letters are routinely edited for libel, grammar, good Nazis, KKK, white supremacists were walking down taste and factual errors. Send to: our streets! 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12 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ August 24-30, 2017 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Entertainment MetroStage Presents ‘Wizard of Hip’ Comic journey of Afro Jo, an “everyman,” as he travels to adulthood.
By Steve Hibbard getic. “Tom Jones has contributed a remarkable etroStage in Alexandria is body of work to MetroStage since 2001 as In “Wizard presenting “Wizard of Hip a writer, lyricist, director, and choreogra- of Hip,” (Or When in Doubt Slam pher, so we thought it was time to show- Kanysha M Williams, Dunk),” which runs through case him as the amazing actor that he is,” Sept. 17. said MetroStage’s Producing Artistic Direc- Thomas W. The story is a non-stop comic journey of tor Carolyn Griffin. Jones II, Afro Jo, an African American “everyman,” She asked him about his solo show, “Wiz- and Jas- as he travels from adolescence to adulthood ard of Hip,” which he had performed at Stu- mine Eileen in search of the ultimate state of “hip,” a dio Theatre in 1992, ending up Off-Broad- Coles. place of comfort and peace in an ever-con- way for an extended run. fusing and changing world. It’s a fast-paced “So we decided to open our season with journey crossing bounds of race, class, and it, but that we would add more music and Photo by gender. give him two lovely ‘hip’ backup singers who Chris Banks After touring in 30 cities across the U.S. we named ‘the Lady Doo Wops,’” she said. and an off-Broadway run in the 1990s, She added: “It is great to have this high- “Wizard of Hip” returns almost 30 years energy, movement-oriented, music-ob- later — a little grayer, older, and wiser, but sessed (that is only a slight exaggeration) important to stay present and it is also im- Queens One Castle,” “Bricktop,” “Cool still crackling with the revelatory journey artist performing on our stage. I think our portant not to take focus. Navigating such Papa’s Party,” “Pearl Bailey … by request,” that made it an audience favorite more than audiences will really enjoy this coming-of- a delicate balance has been thrilling,” she “Ladies Swing the Blues,” Bessie’ Blues,” two decades ago. The show has help from age story, which apparently is timeless.” said. “Shake Loose,” “Uprising,” and “Blackberry two back-up singers, Kanysha Williams and “We have found the story he told in the Kanysha Williams said she too has the task Daze.” He also directed “The Gin Game,” Jasmine Eileen Coles, and original music ’90s, when he was considerably younger, of representing many different people in “Anne & Emmett,” and “Gee’s Bend,” for by William Knowles on keys and Greg still resonates today as relevant and uni- Afro Jo’s life. “You may see me as an eld- which he received a Helen Hayes nomina- Holloway on drums. versal, crossing all races, ages, genders, so erly woman, a basketball player, a school tion. This is the first time he will be per- Playing the title role of Afro Jo is Thomas that we expect everyone will be smiling with girl, etc. I am assisting the lead character forming on MetroStage. W. Jones II, who describes his character as recognition and appreciation for the jour- in his storytelling, and in doing so, my ‘char- a kind of everyman trying to find the Great ney he has taken in search of ‘hipness.’ Se- acter’ helps to illustrate ideas and move the Performing on stage at MetroStage is “Wiz- Oz and the answer to hipness. He juggles riously, wouldn’t we all like to be a little plot along,” she said. ard of Hip” on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and “how to negotiate that fine line between more hip?” she said. She said her biggest challenge is being Fridays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 p.m. and 8 curfews and peer pressure looking for his Jasmine Eileen Coles said her role as a flexible. “In this show, we have to constantly p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., through own personal nirvana,” he said. “Looking Lady Doo Wop is an energized, fun and sup- flow from one idea to the next, one charac- Sept. 17. Tickets are $55-$60 with student for the Great McDonald in a burger-and- porting one that moves through different ter to another, and it’s been an exciting chal- and active military discounts available. For fries existence.” characters, environments, and time and lenge for me to authentically portray these ticket reservations, call the theatre at 703- Jones, who wrote, directed, and performs space that helps explore the meaning of hip different people,” she said. 548-9044 or visit www.metrostage.org. For the piece, said his biggest challenge is sus- through the lens of Thomas Jones. At MetroStage, Jones has a large resume information and group sales, call 703-548- taining the necessary stamina required for “Playing this role stretches me as an art- of work, having written and directed 9044. MetroStage is located at 1201 North a show that’s fast-paced and highly ener- ist because the show moves so quickly it is “Harlem Rose,” “Three Sistahs,” “Two Royal St. in North Old Town Alexandria. Calendar
Submit entertainment announcements Scope Gallery at 703-548-6288, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ skills that the pros use. Players must strong winds, or icy trails), at 7 a.m. at www.connectionnewspapers.com/Cal- www.scopegallery.org. farmersmarkets/mtvernonmkt.htm. have full equipment. 16 and older. (8 a.m. November through March), is endar/. The deadline is noon on Friday. Gadsby’s Tavern Museum Relics. Student Art Exhibit. Various times Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ free, requires no reservation and is Photos/artwork encouraged. Various times through Labor Day at through Sept. 15 at the National Art rec/mtvernon/ or call 703-768-3224. open to all. Birders meet in the Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 134 N. Education Association (NAEA) Alexandria Cars and Coffee invites parking lot at the park’s entrance at Royal St. Learn the history of the gallery, 901 Prince St. NAEA is car enthusiasts to meet for coffee at 3701 Lockheed Blvd. Direct questions ONGOING museum, the purchase and see the exhibiting artwork from across the Hollin Hall Shopping Center in front to park staff during normal business Artwork Inspired by Nature original woodwork. Call 703-746- country created by students who are of Roseina’s, 1307 Shenandoah Road. hours at 703-768-2525. Exhibit. Various times through Aug. 4242 or visit members of the National Art Honor Owners of classic cars, hot rods, Civil War Sundays. 1-5 p.m. at 31 at Huntley Meadows Park Nature www.gadsbystavern.org. Society (NAHS/high school students) exotic cars, motorcycles and more Alexandria Archaeology Museum, Center, 3701 Lockheed Blvd. Local Wizard of Hip. Various times through and the National Junior Art Honor meet to share car stories and drink 105 North Union St., #327. Learn artist-photographer Nina Tisara will Sept. 17 at MetroStage, 1201 North Society (NJAHS/middle school coffee. Group meets the first Sunday more about the Civil War as it share some of her mosaic work in an Royal St. Featuring Thomas W Jones students). Call 800-299-8321 or 703- of every month. 8:30-11 a.m. occurred in Alexandria. Find exhibit entitled “Inspired by Nature.” II as he journeys from adolescence to 860-8000 or email Dinner for the Washingtons. 12 dioramas, newspaper articles and Call 703-768-2525 or visit adulthood as Afro Jo with original [email protected]. p.m. at George Washington’s Mount more Free. Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks. music by William Knowles and two All the President’s Pups. Saturdays Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon www.alexandriaarchaeology.org. Oil Paintings by Patricia Uchello. 9 back-up singers. Call 703-548-9044 10 a.m. at George Washington’s Memorial Highway. A walking tour Doggy Happy Hour. Starting April 5, a.m.-5 p.m. through Aug. 31 at the or visit www.metrostage.org. Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon that goes behind the scenes to find Tuesdays through October 5-8 p.m. River Farm, 7931 East Blvd. Free. Alexandrians Fight The Great War. Highway, Mount Vernon. All the out how food was prepared and at Jackson 20 and Hotel Monaco Call 703-768- 6983 or visit Various times through Nov. 11 at The President’s Pups Walking Tour, along served before the era of microwaves Alexandria, 480 King St. Doggy www.patriciauchello.com. Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. This the way, learn about George and TV dinners. $5 in addition to Happy Hour at Jackson 20 and the Costumes of Mercy Street. Through exhibit shares some of the stories of Washington’s love for dogs, his dogs’ estate admission. Visit Hotel Monaco Alexandria offers Sept. 1, at The Lyceum: Alexandria’s Alexandrians during the war and unusual names, and his efforts to www.mountvernon.org. specials on cocktails and beers plus History Museum, 201 S. Washington their more active participation in the improve the quality of his hunting Second Thursday Music. treats and water for canine St. To learn more about The Lyceum, American war effort after April 1917. dogs through breeding. $7. Visit Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. 7 p.m. companions. Free, but drinks sold visit alexandriava.gov/Lyceum or call Visit www.alexandriava.gov/Lyceum www.mountvernon.org. Second Thursday of every month. separately. Visit www.monaco- 703-746-4994. or call 703-838-4994. Pick-Up Hockey. Ongoing, Visit nvfaa.org to view concert alexandria.com for more Ceramics Exhibition. Various times Mount Vernon Farmers Market. 8 Wednesdays and Fridays 11:30 a.m.- calendar and listen to upcoming Wake Up Wednesdays featuring The through Sept. 3 at the Torpedo a.m.-12 p.m., Wednesdays, through 1 p.m. at Mount Vernon Ice Skating, Second Thursday Music artists. Pop Up Cafe. 7-9:30 a.m. on Factory Art Center, 105 N. Union St. Dec. 14. Fresh local food, artisan 2017 Belle View Blvd. Play hockey The Monday Morning Birdwalk Wednesday’s near the King Street Exhibit called “Flexibility in Clay: crafts. Sherwood Library, 2501 with other hockey buffs, hitting slap takes place weekly, rain or shine Tunnel - Carlyle Entrance located Gymnastics and Gyrations.” Call Sherwood Hall Lane. Visit shots and learning puck handling (except during electrical storms, near 2000 Duke St. near Motley Fool. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ August 24-30, 2017 ❖ 13 Entertainment
The cafe will feature coffee, live music to [email protected] or help commuters start the day off 703-746-4570. right and donuts from Sugar Shack. [email protected] MONDAY/SEPT. 11 Yoga for Gardeners I. 9:30-10:30 CAMPS, CLASSES & WORKSHOPS a.m. at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Summer Theatre Camps. Through Green Spring Road. This class Aug. 25, various times at the Little features a gentle introduction to the Theatre of Alexandria, 600 Wolfe St. vinyasa method which helps Preschool-8th graders can learn participants increase the strength, acting, musical theatre, dancing, flexibility and endurance necessary improv, Shakespeare, film making. for gardening. Class held indoors. Visit www.thelittletheatre.com or call $123/person for 11 lessons. Register 703-683-5778. online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ Community Dance. 7:30-9:30 p.m. parks/greenspring using code 290 every third Friday at Hollin Hall 426 2401 or call 703-642-5173. Senior Center, 1500 Shenandoah Garden Sprouts: Nature Road. Live music. Tickets are $4. Call Playgroup. 10-11:30 a.m.at Green 703-765-4573. Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Life Drawing. Del Ray Artisans offers a Road. Preschoolers learn through range of open life drawing sessions nature-themed toys and puzzles for anyone to develop life-drawing while parents meet other playgroup skills further. Drop-in for the session parents one Monday a month. and bring supplies to draw or paint September’s theme is “Pollinators live models. Fee ranges from $8-$12. Everywhere.” Adult must accompany All skill levels are welcome. Del Ray registered child. $6/child. Register Artisans is located at 2704 Mount online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ Vernon Ave. Visit parks/greenspring using code 290 www.TheDelRayArtisans.org for a 401 2701 or call 703-642-5173. schedule. Using Native Plants. 7-8:30 p.m. at The Harmony Heritage Singers the Mount Vernon Recreation Center, (Mount Vernon Chapter of 2701 Commonwealth Ave. Curious Barbershop Harmony Society), a about tried and true garden daytime, a cappella, Chorus, performers? Want to attract birds to rehearses on the 2nd and 4th your yard? All this and more will be Tuesdays, monthly, at Sherwood Hall covered as we walk through different Regional Library, 2501 Sherwood native plants and how to use them to Hall Lane, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Newcomers create beautiful and sustainable welcome for fun or to book for a “Life of the Universe” by Nahid Navab home landscaping. Free and open to performance. Visit the public. Registration is requested www.HHSingers.org, or call Bruce at at ALXnativeplants.eventbrite.com. 703-352-5271. Email AlexandriaBeautification@ Art Exhibits gmail.com. THROUGH AUG. 27 Exhibitions “Zip Infinity,” a series of acrylic paintings by artist Maremi Andreozzi and “The Time of No Time” by Nahid Navab will be on display through Sept. 17 at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, 4915 East Campus THURSDAY/SEPT. 14 Alexandria Summer Restaurant Drive. Week. Area restaurants offer $35 for Gardening Excursion. 7 a.m.-7 p.m., a three-course dinner or $35 dinner at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green for two; select locations offering Spring Road. Chanticleer Garden in lunch from $10-20/person. Visit by the Potomac branch of the even enjoy some of the crops in the Wayne, Pennsylva–nia is a blend of American Begonia Society. Free. Call dead of winter. Visit mgnv.org or call www.AlexandriaRestaurantWeek.com FRIDAY/SEPT. 8 art and horticulture. Trip includes or call 703-746-3301. 703-642-5173 or visit 703-228-6414. motor coach, entrance, guided tour, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ Patriot Day Golf Classic. 11:30 a.m.- and lunch. $124. Visit greenspring. 6:30 p.m. at Belle Haven Country TUESDAY/AUG. 29 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ THURSDAY/AUG. 24 Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road. 4th greenspring or call 703-941-7987. Who’s Eating your Veggies? 6-8 Annual Patriot Day Golf Classic to Historian Lecture. 7 p.m. at The SATURDAY/AUG. 26 Meet the Artist Reception. 6:30-8 Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. Meredith p.m. at the Chinquapin Park benefit two veteran and wounded p.m. at The Art League 105 North Barber is a local historian and Civil War Servants Lecture. 2 p.m. Recreation Center, 3210 King St. warrior organizations. Visit Union St. Printmaker M. Alexander student at William and Mary. at Carlyle House Historic Park, 121 Learn to identify and treat the pests www.bellehavencc.com/golf/ (Alex) Gray illuminates forgotten Through research at the National N. Fairfax St. Tour entitled “Under in your edible garden through patriotday. local history through the images in Archives, she discovered previously the Same Roof: Enslaved and Free organic and cultural practices in this Concert. 8 p.m. at Blessed Sacrament his exhibit, “Aqueduct: Stone Ruins unknown Athenaeum history during Servants at the Lee-Fendall House.” hands-on program. All levels of Catholic Church, 1427 W. Braddock in Maryland & Virginia.” Gray, a the Civil War including its $10. Visit www.leefendallhouse.org. experience are welcome. Please bring Road. Violinist Sonya Hayes, cellist lifelong Virginian, wants to bring employment as a logistics center by samples from your own garden. Ths Igor Zubkovsky and pianist John these lesser-known, historic sites program is free and no advance McCrary will perform a program the Union Army. $5, free for NVFAA SUNDAY/AUG. 27 back into the public eye. Call 703- members. Visit www.nvfaa.org or call registration is required. Call the including the Vitebsk Trio of Aaron 683-1780 or visit 703-548-0035. Free Piano Concert. 3-5 p.m. at The Nature Center at 703-746-5559. Copland, the Piano Trio of Leonard www.theartleague.org. Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. The Bernstein and the First Piano Trio of Washington Metropolitan DvoYák. Donations are encouraged to SATURDAY/AUG. 26 Philharmonic Association presents an SATURDAY/SEPT. 2 support the concerts given at Blessed FRIDAY/SEPT. 15 Mount Vernon Flea Market. 8 a.m.- afternoon of music with the West Celebrate Honeybee Day. 10 a.m.- Sacrament. Email History By The Glass. Various times 1 p.m., at 8717 Fort Hunt Road. Shore Piano Trio as part of their noon at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 [email protected] or at Gadsby’s Tavern, 134 North Royal Features furniture, art, china, glass, Summer Chamber Music Series. Free. Green Spring Road. Meet a call 703-998-6100, ext. 103. St. Enjoy drinks at the tavern, which porcelain, pottery, books, Visit www.wmpamusic.org. beekeeper, see inside a beehive, learn historically served a wide variety of Sister Musicians Concert. 7:30 p.m. a bee dance, do a bee scavenger photographs, lighting, tools, etc. SATURDAY/SEPT. 9 beverages, and learn about the Refreshments will also be on sale. at The Birchmere, 3701 Mt. Vernon hunt, learn how bees are important history behind them. $50 for drinks Admission is free. Visit Ave. Artists and sisters Shelby Lynne to the food supply and get tips on Fall Garden Day. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at and hors d’oeuvres. Call 703-746- mountvernonfleamarket.wordpress.com and Allison Moorer will perform in how to help honeybees.Call 703-642- Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green 4242 or visit for more info. support of their upcoming release 5173 or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ Spring Road. Numerous local plant www.gadsbystavern.org. Ballyshaners Irish Festival. 11 a.m- “Not Dark Yet.” Visit parks/greenspring. and garden craft vendors will have 7 p.m. at 1A Prince St. A celebration www.birchmere.com. Saturday Cinema at Carlyle. 7:36 gardening materials, while a silent Irish history and culture in p.m. on John Carlyle Square, 300 auction, bake sale, live music, food SEPT. 16-17 John Carlyle St. Billy Crystal and and kids’ activity tent add to the Alexandria, and a fundraiser for the MONDAY/AUG. 28 Street Art Festival. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Alexandria St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Meg Ryan in “When Harry Met festivities. Free. Call 703-642-5173. 480 King St. King Street from Visit www.ballyshaners.org/festival/. 7th Annual Charity Golf Sally.” Free. Visit Washington Street to the waterfront Tournament. 8 a.m. at Fort Belvoir www.AlexandriaVA.gov/CarlyleFun. Garden Terrarium Workshop. 1- SEPT. 9-20 is transformed into an outdoor art 2:30 p.m. at Green Spring Gardens, Golf Club 8450 Beulah St., Fort gallery with original artwork by more Belvoir. Benefit for America’s “Adopt Northern Virginia Senior 4603 Green Spring Road. Begonia SEPT. 7-OCT. 1 than 200 artists from the U.S. and enthusiast Johanna Zinn provides A Soldier,” an established nonprofit Olympics. Various times and abroad. Featuring live music, and information on this genus and organization who has through “Aqueduct: Stone Ruins in locations, more than 50 different interactive art activities, as well as teaches techniques for creating a grassroots volunteerism, donations, Maryland & Virginia.” Various events taking place at more than 25 The Art League’s Ice Cream Bowl terrarium. $38 plus supplies. Call and partnerships; provides a positive times at The Art League 105 North venues across Northern Virginia. Call Fundraiser. Visit 703-642-5173 or visit impact to our nation’s wounded, Union St. Printmaker M. Alexander 703-403-5360 or visit www.nvso.us. www.artfestival.com/festivals/ www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ deployed service members, (Alex) Gray illuminates forgotten alexandria-king-street-art-festival. hospitalized military children, local history through the images in greenspring. SUNDAY/SEPT. 10 Crafts at Carlyle. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at homeless veterans, veterans and their his exhibit, “Aqueduct: Stone Ruins Carlyle House Historic Park, 121 N. families. Email golftournament@ in Maryland & Virginia.Ó Gray, a Application Deadline. Post-Graduate Fairfax St. Children will be able to SATURDAY-SUNDAY/AUG. 26-27 americasadoptasoldier.org. lifelong Virginian, wants to bring Residency Studio at Torpedo Factory create their own piece of art at Begonia Show and Sale. 9 a.m.-4:30 Fall Vegetable Gardening. 7-8:30 these lesser-known, historic sites Art Center is now open at Carlyle House to take home. Children p.m. at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 p.m. at the Beatley Library, 5005 back into the public eye. Call 703- torpedofactory.org/artopps. will get the chance to paint their own Green Spring Road. Show sponsored Duke St. Learn inexpensive 683-1780 or visit Questions about the residency or version of a floorcloth, a popular techniques to extend the harvest and www.theartleague.org. applications can be directed to
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By Hope Nelson Order up some carnitas nachos to share — topped with carnitas, jalapenos, pepperjack cheese and all n the hot, sticky weather Alexandria has been the fixins, they’re a party pleaser. (Vegetarians will Ienduring of late, the signs of impending autumn find good luck ordering these without the meat — are easy to miss. But one sure signal is no fur- the end result is still a hit.) Thirsty? Mason Social ther away than your television set: Pro and college maintains a host of rotating craft-beer selections, football are back. From preseason NFL matchups to along with some old standards from Port City, Flying the university head-to-head battles that start this Dog, and other local breweries. If you’re looking to weekend, the games are plentiful, and finding a good toast to a winning team — or to drown your sorrows place to watch them is a necessity. — with something a little harder, you could do worse than the Parker Gray, a rye-based concoction mixed Southside 815, 815 S. Washington St. with vermouth and bitters. The venerable Southside 815 is one of Old Town’s worst-kept secrets when it comes to sports viewing. Mackie’s, 907 King St. But while you may not enjoy an intimate, solitary Mackie’s is a lesson in duality. Walk through the view of your favorite game, the more is indeed the bar into the dining room for a hearty dinner, and merrier, right? And with Southside’s 13 televisions, you’ll find a more classic steakhouse experience. But you’re sure to get a glimpse of the game if taking in a game is what you’re after, darken the Appetite you’re there for. door to the foyer-style bar and stay put. The TVs will Whatever you decide to order for a offer up a selection of games depending on the day’s main course, be sure to pick up a Board- matchups, and the ambience (and menu) will keep inghouse Breadbasket for you and your compatri- you in place until long after the two-minute warn- ots. A blend of cornbread, biscuits, and other rolls, ing. the breadbasket is Southern comfort food at its best. Order up a basket of fries — seasoned jerk-style, For an entrée, keep the Southern theme going with Cajun, or with Old Bay — and some Caprese bites to some gumbo, blackened catfish, or a vegetable plate share among friends, and then turn your attention with down-home classics like collard greens to the drink menu. All your friends are here, from succotash. Lagunitas to Founders, as well as local DuClaw and Port City. Looking for something a little heartier to Mason Social, 728 N. Henry St. go with your brew? Mackie’s offers up a burger that The bar at Mason Social just looks like it is ready makes sure you know you’re at a steakhouse; for for sports viewing, any time of the year. And it doesn’t something off the beaten path, try the Bulgogi hoagie, disappoint. While there is a proper dining room at a Korean-inspired ribeye sandwich. Mason Social, your best bet for football-watching is indeed the bar, which has a plethora of cocktail and Hope Nelson owns and operates the Kitchen Recessionista beer options — as well as its own menu — for your blog, located at www.kitchenrecessionista.com. Email her any viewing (and eating) pleasure. time at [email protected]. Calendar
18th Century floor covering. Call 703- 549-2997 or visit www.nvrpa.org. Summer Sunset SUNDAY/SEPT. 17 Jazz at Meade. 4 p.m. at Meade Movies in Mount Vernon Memorial Episcopal Church, 322 N. The Mount Vernon Rec Center at 2017 Belle View Boulevard will be the Alfred St. Featuring The Vibe location for family-friendly movies throughout the summer. Twice a month, Collective: Afro-Cuban-Latin Jazz. from 7-11 p.m., movies will start at sunset. The movie schedule is as fol- $20 donation. Call 267-463-7936. lows: ❖ Aug. 25 - “Beauty and the Beast” TUESDAY/SEPT. 19 Researching Aviation Pioneers. 1-3 p.m. at Hollin Hall Senior Center, SUNDAY/SEPT. 24 TUESDAY/OCT. 3 1500 Shenandoah Road. Mary Lipsey Alexandria Symphony Orchestra. 3 Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace. talks about researching biographical p.m. at George Washington Masonic 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Carlyle House information about aviation pioneer Memorial, 101 Callahan Drive. Historic Park, 121 N. Fairfax St. Join Dr. William Wallace Whitney Michael Rossi, guest conductor. Visit yoga instructor Barbara Douglass for Christmas of Clifton. Free. Call 703- www.alexsym.org or call 703-548- vinyasa flow yoga on Carlyle House’s 768-4101 or visit 0885. Magnolia Terrace, every Tuesday in www.mvgenealogy.org. October. Please bring water, a towel, and yoga mat. Classes are $5 each or SATURDAY/SEPT. 30 SATURDAY/SEPT. 23 $20 for 5 classes. Call 703-549-2997 Alexandria Seaport Foundation or visit www.nvrpa.org. Gardening Film Screening. 2-4 p.m., Festival. noon-6 p.m. at Waterfront at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Park, 1 Prince St. Community festival Spring Road. Karyl Evans screens her celebrating the mission and programs SATURDAY/OCT. 7 new documentary film about the of the Alexandria Seaport Foundation Saturday Cinema at Carlyle. 6:41 career and life of 20th century featuring live music, wooden boat p.m. on John Carlyle Square, 300 landscape gardener Beatrix Farrand, display, Anything that Floats race, John Carlyle St. Featuring Alfred who designed dozens of gardens. children’s activities, nautical Hitchcock’s “The Birds.” Free. Visit $20. Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ activities, beer/wine and local food. www.AlexandriaVA.gov/CarlyleFun. parks/greenspring or call 703-941- Visit www.alexandriaseaport.org. 7987. Mansion House Whiskey Tasting. Alexandria Symphony Orchestra. 8 7-9 p.m. at Carlyle House Historic SATURDAY/OCT. 14 p.m. at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Park, 121 N. Fairfax St. Local Members Support Party. 7-9 p.m., at Concert Hall and Fisher Art Gallery historian, Rich Gillespie, will share The Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. The NOVA, Alexandria Campus, 4915 stories of the Civil War in Virginia Northern Virginia Fine Arts East Campus Drive. Michael Rossi, and guide the whiskey tasting Association invites members and guest conductor. Visit journey. $100. Call 703-549-2997 or friends to join us for La Vie en Rose, www.nvcc.edu/schlesingercenter/. visit www.nvrpa.org. a French evening in the Athenaeum Gallery. Visit www.nvfaa.org or call 703-548-0035. Exp. 9/30/17 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ August 24-30, 2017 ❖ 15 People
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Bailey Griffin, daughter of Kim Griffin of Alexandria and Ken Griffin of McLean, graduated with high honors from Saint Mary’s School in Raleigh, N.C. on May 21.
Darwin Barker has been named principal of Sandburg Middle School, effective July 20. Barker most recently served as assistant principal of Jackson Middle School, and has 18 years of ex-
Photo contributed perience as an educator. He taught at Lanier Middle School prior to becoming an administrator, and at a middle school in Newport News. Barker earned his Bachelor of Arts in biology from Hampton University and Master of Arts in education from the University of Phoenix. He has a Virginia professional license in administration and supervision for grades K-12 and earned his education specialist creden- STAR Award tial in educational leadership from Old Noorjahan Sheikh receives STAR Dominion University. award from Jeanie Odenthal of Philan- thropic Educational Organization One Race, Two Team Records Alyssa Monteleon graduated from (P.E.O.) Chapter J on June 15, 2017 at Everyone likes to see a record-breaking relay swim. The crowd at Waynewood Pool for Western New England University Mount Vernon High School. Sheikh has Saturday’s A meet against Fox Mill Estates was rewarded for enduring the hot and (Springfield, Mass.) with a Master of been accepted and will attend Virginia humid morning. The Boys 13-14 100 Meter Medley Relay was an exciting one with Laws in Elder Law and Estate Planning Commonwealth University where she on Sunday, May 21. has plans to study biology this fall. The Waynewood coming in slightly ahead of Fox Mill Estates, but once the times were P.E.O. STAR Scholarship is a $2,500 posted, cheers erupted from all the spectators as both teams had bested their pool Claude Cage Atkins, Ann Eliza- scholarship based on excellence in lead- records. Matthew Morris, Alexander Micheli, Hain Henderson and Aidan Lansburgh won beth Barletta,Colin Francis ership, extracurricular activities, Gregory, Samantha Margaret the event with a time 59.78, about a quarter of a second faster than the Waynewood community service, academics and po- Kathry Murphy and Alexa M. tential for future success. The program Record set in 2000. The Fox Mill Estates Team of Kyle Diederich, Thomas Carney, Joe White of Alexandria were named to is open to young women who are citi- Zecher and Tommy Allison swam 100.53, pushing themselves and their opponents by dean’s list at Clemson University zens or legal permanent residents of the swimming 3 hundredths of a second faster than their own team’s 1999 record. (Clemson, S.C.) for the spring 2017 se- United States or Canada and who are mester: graduating high school seniors at the time of application. Bulletin Board Tommy Cheung, of Alexandria, graduated from the Rochester Institute From Page 6 have coffee with a friend. Volunteers the following classes: Basic of Technology (Rochester, N.Y.) with a Patrick Benson, of Alexandria, visit and oversee the safety of the Woodworking, Italian and Ballroom BS in computing and information tech- graduated from Marquette University Fairfax County’s Community older adult for a few hours each Dance. For these and other volunteer nologies. (Milwaukee, Wis.) with a Bachelor of Services Board is seeking month. Support and training are opportunities, call 703-324-5406, Science in mechanical engineering. volunteer office assistants. Volunteers provided. Contact Kristin Martin at TTY 711 or visit Andrew Christian, of Alexandria, are needed to assist CSB staff with 703-324-7577, TTY 711, or www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults graduated from the Rochester Institute Emily Gaietto, of Alexandria, greeting guests, making reminder [email protected]. and click on Volunteer Solutions. of Technology (Rochester, N.Y.) with an phone calls, data entry, filing, Fairfax County needs volunteers to The Mount Vernon Adult Day graduated from Marquette University shredding, stocking shelves, and drive older adults to medical Health Care Center in Alexandria MS in computing security. (Milwaukee, Wis.) with a Bachelor of other duties as needed. Hours are appointments and wellness needs front desk volunteers and Science in biological sciences. flexible, but would be during normal programs. For these and other patient Card Players. For these and Anne Washington, of Alexandria, business hours. Visit volunteer opportunities, call 703- other volunteer opportunities, call recently completed an internship in Robert O’Connell, of Alexandria, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/csb/viva/ 324-5406, TTY 711 or visit 703-324-5406, TTY 711 or visit Namibia, participating in wildlife obser- who is studying networking and systems volunteers.htm for more. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults vation and data collection at several administration, made the dean’s list for Yoga Teachers are needed. Help and click on Volunteer Solutions. and click on Volunteer Solutions. national parks and refuges. She is a fish- the 2017 spring semester at Rochester improve a person’s well-being by The Gum Springs Senior Program The Advisory Board of the Joe and eries, wildlife and conservation biology Institute of Technology (Rochester, teaching yoga classes to adults who in Alexandria is looking for a Line Fredona Gartlan Center for major at N.C. State where she will be N.Y.). are staying in a residential facility. Dance Instructor. mental health is looking for entering her senior year in the fall. She The day/time is flexible, but would For these and other volunteer volunteers. The board meets the is a 2014 graduate of Bishop Ireton High Osmel Morales Aguilera, of Alex- be during the week. Prior yoga opportunities, call 703-324-5406, second Tuesday of the month from 9- School. andria, graduated from The University instruction is required. Visit TTY 711 or visit 11 a.m. at Gartlan Center 8119 of Akron (Ohio) earning a Bachelor of www.fairfaxcounty.gov/csb/viva/ www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults Holland Road. Thomas Washington, of Alexan- Arts in political science. volunteers.htm for more. and click on Volunteer Solutions. United Community Ministries seeks dria, completed his freshman year as a The Northern Virginia Long Term The Kingstowne Center for Active volunteers to act as food pantry computer science major at George Ma- Caitlin Gillard, of Alexandria, Care Ombudsman Program Adults in Alexandria needs assistants, basic needs counselors, son University, earning dean‘s list earned dean’s list honors for the spring needs volunteer advocates for Instructors for the following classes: youth tutors and mentors, office honors both semesters. He is a 2016 residents in nursing homes and Country-Western Line Dance, Hula admin/data entry, community 2017 semester at Saint Joseph’s Univer- assisted living facilities. Contact Lisa Hoop and African Style Dance. For outreach, ESL teachers and co- graduate of Bishop Ireton High School. sity (Philadelphia, Pa.). Callahan at 703-324-5861, TTY 711 these and other volunteer teachers, and teacher aides. Visit or email opportunities, call 703-324-5406, www.ucmagency.org/volunteer-at- The top students in each academic Hannah Rowell, of Alexandria, [email protected]. TTY 711 or visit ucm.html. department at Randolph-Macon Acad- graduated from High Point University Respite Care volunteers give family www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults Hollin Hall Senior Center is looking emy (Front Royal, Va.) were awarded (High Point, N.C.). caregivers of a frail older adult a and click on Volunteer Solutions. for a DJ ballroom and dance for their excellence throughout the break so they can go shopping, The Hollin Hall Senior Center in instructor. The Hollin Hall Senior 2016-17 school year. Blake Pohanka, of Alexandria, attend a doctor’s appointment or just Alexandria needs instructors for Center, 1500 Shenandoah Road. ❖ Khalila Karefa-Kargbo, of Alex- graduated from High Point University andria, a sophomore at R-MA, received (High Point, N.C.). Opinion the French II Outstanding Performance Certificate. Khalila is the daughter of Patrick Sansone, of Alexandria, Karefa Kargbo of Freetown, Sierra who will be attending University of Business Leone, and Emerica Karefa-Kargbo of Notre McLean. Khalila also received the Fic- Dame, received a Andrews Federal From Page 11 ness climate that attracts good- on that mission is key to low- tion Award for her submission to the Credit Union 2017 scholarship at its 69th in his outgoing (his final) paying jobs in 21st century indus- ering our economic depen- 2017 edition of the Academy’s literary annual meeting. magazine, “Letters.” budget. We’ve kept our eye on tries, and strengthening our state dence on the federal govern- ❖ Victoria Catalina Voellm, of Cam Pyle, of Alexandria, grade 12, our goal of building a new Vir- revenues so we can reinvest in pro- ment and will provide stabil- Alexandria, a junior at R-MA, received graduated from Mercersburg Academy ginia economy every day. grams that prepare our workers ity as we face the highs and the AP U.S. History and Honors Spanish (Mercersburg, Pa.), where he was That means creating a busi- for these high-level jobs. Focusing lows of future economic cycles. III Outstanding Performance Certifi- named a commended scholar during the cates. Victoria is the daughter of Michael spring term. He plans to attend and Rowena E. Voellm of Alexandria. 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Mount Vernon At Home is a non-profit organization that relies on volunteers to assist older adults aging in place in their homes. Volunteers are needed for local transportation to medical and personal appointments, errands, and grocery store trips; light handyman chores, home technology and more. No minimum number of volunteer hours required. Call Mount Vernon At Home 703- 303-4060 or e-mail info@ mountvernonathome.org or visit www.mountvernon athome.org for more. The Mount Vernon Adult Day Health Care Center is looking for social companions for participants on Fridays from 3-5 p.m. and front desk volunteers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11 a.m.- noon and 3:30-4:30 p.m. Located at 8350 Richmond Highway. Call 703-324-5406 or visit fairfacounty.gov/ olderadults. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ August 24-30, 2017 ❖ 17 Letters Two, Hopefully Business Directory for Won WWW.CONNECTIONNEWSPAPERS.COM To Advertise Your Business, Call Karen at 703-778-9422 From Page 10 transparent, not inclusive and unneces- By KENNETH B. LOURIE ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL LANDSCAPING Good is not sarily divisive. He is correct on all fronts. Being diagnosed with cancer; then having good, where I suggest supporting the School Board’s cancer/living with cancer, is like having a sec- illusion of non-partisanship and electing an ond job. A job that unlike many, requires better is at-large School Board member who will and/or imposes a ‘round the clock-type 24/7 expected. adherence to protocol, policy, procedure, pre- help balance out the political views of the sumptions and principle. To live not like you’re -Thomas Fuller current School Board. Vote for Chris Grisafe. dying takes more than scoffing at a country H. Jay Spiegel music song that twangs an alternative vision. LANDSCAPING LANDSCAPING Mount Vernon Believing in what routines you’re following and any lifestyle changes you’ve made allows (I did- Retain n’t say enables) a cancer survivor to thrive under the most difficult and demanding of GUTTER GUTTER circumstances. Memorials Unfortunately for those reading this column To the Editor: looking for answers/guarantees, there aren’t any other than: if you abuse the privilege of My great grandfather, Elmore post-cancer-diagnosis survival, the ends will Breckenridge Crump, died as a Union sol- likely justify the means; meaning, you are dier in the waning days of the Civil War. responsible for your own actions and “ina- His younger brother, William, was already ctions.” The prognosis one is given at diagnosis dead on the Confederate side. They were is a reasonably thought out prediction. However, as grim as those words sound and Kentuckians. seem at that moment, that prediction is not My ancestor is buried under a simple cast in stone. I’m living proof of that. The stone at Jefferson Barracks National Cem- IMPROVEMENTS IMPROVEMENTS words you hear are based on the past. Your etery south of St. Louis. His brother, who ensuing treatment is more about the present died as a Union prisoner at Camp Douglas, and future and what you decide to do living Chicago, was first buried at Soldiers Field. forward. Being open and unassuming, and by TILE / MARBLE TILE / MARBLE ‘unassuming’ I mean: not taking anything for His family apparently paid for his exhuma- granted, presuming facts not in evidence, con- tion and his remains were shipped to Paris, sidering that which has happened to somebody Kentucky, where they lie, along with those else – either good or bad, could happen to you of some of his comrades, grouped around a and of course, asking as many questions in as many ways as necessary to get the answers you monument to their service. need, will help you co-exist with this terrible After the war, my grandfather and his burden. Being diagnosed with a heretofore “te- younger brother were raised in a Union rminal” disease presents one with innumerable military orphanage while their mother and challenges but not the slim pickin’s (choices not her infant daughter lived with relatives the actor) of yesteryear. Integrating/assimilating all of the facts, fic- nearby. tion and philosophy into one’s daily cancer TILE / MARBLE TILE / MARBLE It took three generations for my family conundrum is a task often complicated by to recover from that war. one’s day job/intention to remain on that job. I have been a resident of Fairfax County The thinking being, at least in my for more than 40 years, during which I have mind/experience: living as normal a life as pos- sible and staying as true to one’s usual and cus- passed innumerable times past the monu- tomary self as well as to one’s wishes, desires, ment to Confederate soldiers at the inter- hopes, prayers, etc., will enable (not ‘allow’ section of Prince and Washington streets. It this time) you potentially to live longer and is a simple rendering of an unarmed sol- prosper more and trek “where no man has dier, his arms crossed, his head bowed and gone before.” For us cancer survivors/patients, where we hope to ‘trek’ is beyond the progno- his hat in his hand, facing southward. The sis given to us by our oncologist. inscription reads“Erected to the memory of I can boast of such an accomplishment, but the Confederate dead of Alexandria Va. by I’d rather write it quietly and consistently as their surviving comrades, May 24th, 1889.” encouragement to others similarly diagnosed Known as the “Appomattox Statue,” it sym- and “prognosed” than brag about it loudly. However, the changes/choices I’ve made might bolizes the defeat of the Confederacy and not suit another’s personality. I regularly receive commemorates the death of those who suggestions about additional anti-cancer pur- fought for it. As such, it seems to me quite suits. Some I embrace, some I don’t. Some are appropriate. conventional (Western), some are alternative On Sept. 17, 2016, however, the Alexan- (Non-Western). Many sound reasonable and “integratable” into my lifestyle. Many others dria City Council voted to evict the statue don’t. But given that my life is at stake, how from its historic location to the lawn of an can a suggestion’s incompatibility with my per- adjacent historical museum. Fortunately, in sonality matter? We’re talking life versus pre- my view, state law prohibits that. It is my mature death here; not sit-down Italian versus hope that local politicians will abandon take-out Chinese. And though food certainly matters, it is of course to no comparison to liv- their politically-correct efforts and let the ing versus dying. Still, I don’t always say “yes.” dead and their memorial lie in peace. This is the yin and yang of my life and Alfredo’s Construction Company, Inc. J. Griffin Crump probably the lives of many other survivors of Alexandria serious/terminal-type diseases. I want to feel •Concrete Driveways like I’m winning. But I’m deathly afraid of •Patios •Sidewalks losing. •Stone •Brick Moreover, I want to live my life as normally Phone: as possible, but not if it has adverse conse- Write quence. And how would I know anyway? VA: (703) 698-0060 • MD: (301) 316-1603 The Gazette welcomes views on any public Symptoms can be misleading and scans are www.alfredosconstructioncompany.com issue. Include home address and home and quarterly. And though I remain positive about business numbers. Letters are routinely my very negative circumstances, occasionally edited for libel, grammar, good taste and the reality of those circumstances interfere with An expert is someone factual errors. Send to: that normalcy. When that happens, I usually who knows some of the worst mis- Letters to the Editor put pen to paper and try to write myself out of The Gazette takes that can be made in his subject 1606 King St. it. and how to avoid them. Alexandria VA 22314 Kenny Lourie is an Advertising Representative for -Werner Heisenberg Email [email protected] The Potomac Almanac & The Connection Newspapers.
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Problems and solutions to Route 1: A Transit Story Mount Vernon’s Route 1 woes.
By Vernon Miles Administration’s New Starts The Gazette program. This was zeroed out in the Trump administration’s oute 1 is the heart proposed budget, but Surovell of Mount Vernon. It said he’s not concerned. Rruns right through “No one is taking that seri- the center of the ously,” said Surovell. “I don’t area, all of the streets and com- even think Republicans are mercial areas more or less con- taking it seriously. The Federal nected to it. But it is clogged. [Government] is going to need The Metro stops at Huntington, to fund infrastructure.” and public transit south of Even without the yellow line there is limited. Those travel- extension, the widening, new ing south almost always need bike lanes, new sidewalks, and to do so by car, but in some a cleared space for later BRT places the six-lane highway implementation is estimated to narrows to four lanes. It’s not cost $215 million, of which a roadway in a healthy condi- only $25 million has been al- tion. located. But that’s starting to change. “The biggest obstacle is al- The Embark Richmond High- ways about where we find the way initiative is a series of on- money,” said Krizek. “We must going projects and proposals to compete with many regional fix transit along Route 1. Some infrastructure requests.” projects like highway widening Of the plans for improving are already in process, others transit along Route 1, the ex- like an extension of the Metro Map of proposed widening. tension of the yellow line line are still in the early con- seems like the most remote.” ceptual stages. The Metro is currently Del. Paul Krizek said facing a series of chal- there are three main lenges related to poor challenges on Route 1. maintenance and fund- The first challenge is that ing difficulties, but narrowing to four lanes Surovell said the Metro through Mount Vernon. will eventually work past “That issue, which is those and will begin to fundamental to keeping expand again. His vision traffic flowing, is being is a yellow line that ex- addressed with the new tends from Huntington road widening, called the down to Occoquan. Richmond Highway Cor- “I campaigned on get- ridor Improvements ting the yellow line ex- Project,” said Krizek. tended down Route 1,” Construction began on said Surovell. “[The street widening in June Metro extension] is 10- 2013. On Aug. 4, 2017, 15 years from now. We officials celebrated the can’t stop planning be- completion of a widening cause of current [limita- of Route 1 between Jeff tions]. In 10-15 years, Todd Way and Telegraph the Route 1 corridor is Road, the first stage of going to look like the Ar- widening along Route 1. lington Metro corridor. But the next stage is How we do that while preserving the affordable three miles of widening Proposed “superstreet” — a widened highway with a built in divider for future Bus Rapid Transit housing is another chal- north of Jeff Todd Way, development. up to Napper Road near lenge here over the next the border with Alexandria. base in Fairfax with more workers than the in 2015 when state Sen. Linda Todd Puller six months. And in the “That issue, which is fundamental to Pentagon. According to Krizek, almost all and then-Delegate Scott Surovell were able longer term, we need to make Mount keeping traffic flowing is being addressed of the gates into the base are off of Route 1. to get funding for the Route 1 Multimodal Vernon a community that is attracting fami- with the new road widening, called the “Our community is very convenient for Alternatives Analysis study. The study rec- lies and jobs.” Public hearings on the Rich- Richmond Highway Corridor Improvements those that work on the base, but many base ommended implementation of a Bus Rapid mond Highway Corridor Improvements are Project, a $200 million plus project slated workers commute from Maryland and other Transit (BRT) system to be built through, a scheduled for mid-2018. Final design is to break ground in early 2023,” said Krizek. communities outside of ours. Congestion three-mile extension of the yellow line, wid- expected in late 2018 with Right of Way The second major challenge for Route 1 and travel phone apps/GPS have pushed too ening the road and adding bicycle and pe- acquisition and utility undergrounding in is the limited options for north-south travel many commuters to cut through our sec- destrian accessible travel. 2019. If the project is funded and every- except the George Washington Parkway, ondary roads such as Old Mount Vernon But according to now state Senator thing goes smoothly, construction on the which Krizek notes is not built for commuter Rodd, Fort Hunt and Sherwood Hall Lane, Surovell, these improvements rely on $2 highway improvements is expected to be- travel and doesn’t extend south of Mount and, as I mentioned, the GW Parkway.” billion in infrastructure funding from a com- gin in 2023 for completion in 2026. Vernon. So Route 1 is one of the only op- These multi-layered problems are going bination of sources, half of which is ex- “Route 1 is the key to everything,” said tions for travel in Virginia south of D.C. to take multi-layered solutions. According pected to come from federal sources, par- Surovell. “Retail, housing, development: it The third challenge is Ft. 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I am con- which will tell the stories of the 30 million fident that you will agree that our scenic men and women who have served in the beauty, diversity, history, hospitality and army since 1775. civic activism along with our great schools We are a community of the past, present, and vast opportunities for cultural enrich- and future where you can grow, play, and ment are unique in the world. Mark your work. We host hundreds of small and large calendar for two community events – the growing businesses, many recently reno- second annual Tour de Mount Vernon on vated schools, and the Fort Belvoir Army Nov. 4 and the 31st annual Mount Vernon Base with more than double the employees Town Meeting on Feb. 3, 2018. of the Pentagon. Taking care of your health In Mount Vernon, we are fortunate to can also be accomplished locally at our two have many wonderful parks, recreational major hospital centers — Inova Mount The Mount Vernon District Supervisor’s Office: Office Manager, opportunities, historical sites and commu- Vernon and the Fort Belvoir Community Donna Slaymaker; Intern, Betsy Slaymaker; Supervisor Dan Storck; nity events to enjoy. So start your day with Hospital. Chief of Staff, Christine Morin; Staff Aide, Allison Miessler; and Staff a round of golf, horseback riding, kayaking, Please stop by my office located at 2511 Aide, Tae Choi. tennis, or a walk in a tree-lined park or Parkers Lane, Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-5 neighborhood; enjoy brunch at our more also enjoy the nearby Distillery and Grist- home/) The site is also home to the Arcadia p.m. and Thursday evenings until 7:30 p.m. than one hundred local eateries; boat, bike, mill. (www.mountvernon.org) Center for Sustainable Food and Agriculture The second Saturday of each month, I have or walk to one of our many heritage sites ❖ Gunston Hall: The home built for offering demonstration gardens used to additional hours at the Lorton Library from and then relax at a craft brewery; to round George Mason IV, the author of the Bill of teach people how to farm and enjoy agri- 9-11:30 a.m. and at my office from 12:30- out your evening, you can see a local play, Rights, located on Mason Neck near a state culture. (www.Arcadiafood.org) 3 p.m. You can contact us at 703-780-7518 musical or concert. Here are some of my park, regional park, and federally protected ❖ Workhouse Arts Center: In addition to or [email protected]. Visit our favorite places to visit: land. The mansion and museum provide over 150 of the region’s finest artist website www.FairfaxCounty.gov/ ❖ George Washington’s Mount Vernon history and context to colonial Virginia and workspaces, art classes, exhibits by national mountvernon to sign-up for our regular Estate and Gardens: One of the nation’s revolutionary America. (gunstonhall.org) and international artists, exciting comedy Mount Vernon Advisor newsletter for the most visited historic sites, with lush gardens ❖ Woodlawn & Frank Lloyd Wright’s or musical performances, this nationally latest of what’s happening in the commu- and grounds, intriguing museum galleries, Pope-Leighey House: Operated on the same recognized former correctional facility ex- nity. immersive programs, and first-rate dining historic grounds by the National Trust for plains the key role the area played in turn- Again, I welcome you to the Mount and shopping options. Hop on a bike and Historic Preservation, visitors are encour- ing the tide to secure a woman’s right to Vernon community – a destination - and sin- ride on the nearly 18 miles long and fully aged to explore the contrasting architectural vote. (www.workhousearts.org) cerely hope you enjoy living in the finest paved Mount Vernon Trail that follows the and historic backgrounds of these two ❖ And many, many more: Potomac River district in Fairfax County. It is an honor and Potomac River’s Virginia shoreline. You can unique homes. (woodlawnpopeleighey.org/ marina; county recreation centers with in- privilege to serve you.
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Belle Haven Marina at sunrise. The Joys of Living Here By Jane R. Gandee
t is easy to take for granted the beauty of the IPotomac, the stunning mansions of George Washington and George Mason as we go about our daily lives in the Mount Vernon District. An area where you can still see grazing horses and Metro stops, the mighty garrisons of Fort Belvoir and quaint shops. We live and work on an iconic Route 1 that served as the main destination corridor from Maine to the Florida Keys for generations. Our area pro- vides an opportunity to drive by the White House on a Saturday afternoon and see one of our many pro- fessional sports teams play the next day. The Mount Vernon area provides the historic back- drop for our rich history, a country struggling to be born; with the hopeful belief that this nation would become and remain a place where the people would never again be subject to the whims of a ruling class. Mount Vernon still holds the charm of sleepy neigh- borhoods, flowering trees and Friday night football games. Yet, it is a short drive away from a brand new outlet mall and a state of the art MGM Hotel and Casino. You can see a world renowned art col- lection, the skeletal remains of T-Rex, the amazing accomplishments of the space program,and drive by the beautiful monuments of Lincoln, Jefferson, and Fort Belvoir celebrates the U.S. Army Washington and be home that evening grilling on birthday. your patio for dinner. Some of the best and most renowned restaurants in the country are at our choos- work diligently to make sure those in need receive a ing. A major international airport is in our backyard helping hand. We are making great progress in im- with two others close by. proving our transportation infrastructure so that liv- On any given day, you can look to the Potomac ing in beautiful Mount Vernon may be a reality for and see sail boats, dinner cruises, sightseeing tours, those who find work in our neighboring economic fisherman and yes even ocean liners. The rich his- areas. tory of our neighboring Old Town Alexandria dates The Mount Vernon area is a wonderful place to back to the 1600s with the remaining vestiges of the live and raise children, where the opportunities for cultural and economic signs of an old seaport town. education, service and entertainment abound. We have a vibrant business community, an active Chamber of Commerce, involved neighborhood citi- Gandee is the owner, along with her husband Greg, of ServiceMaster NCR located right off the Route 1 corridor in Al- zen groups, a diverse offering of churches, private exandria. She also serves as the chairman of the Mount schools, and a devoted network of nonprofits who Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2017-18 ❖ 5 Newcomers & Community Guide Area Interstates Have Toll Lane Options
and southbound in the afternoon and evenings dur- Latest addition, ing the week, and almost entirely southbound on the weekend. 395 Express Lanes, The 395 Express Lanes are a continuation of these lanes inside the beltway, ending at the Potomac River. are scheduled to be This project is just getting underway, and are sched- uled to be opened in 2019. For now, the northern opened in 2019. stretch of HOV lanes is still operating under the old rules, that requires a minimum of three passengers By Mike Salmon during rush hours, and open to anyone during non- rush hours. he introduction of the “express lanes,” on In December this year, I-66 inside the beltway, from area highways have made tolls common- Arlington to Falls Church, will be a tolled facility but Tplace for anyone driving in the Northern only on the eastbound lanes in the morning and Virginia area. These lanes on I-95, I-495, westbound lanes in the afternoons. It will be toll- and I-395 are outfitted with overhead sensors instead free for vehicles with at least two passengers for now, of booths, and everything is done with the E-Z Pass but that HOV requirement will change to HOV-3 in a or the E-Z Pass Flex which has a feature for high few years when the I-66 express lanes outside the occupancy vehicles (HOV) to avoid the tolls by beltway open in 2022. In addition, the Virginia De- carpooling. The variable toll amount is calculated partment of Transportation is adding an additional by traffic levels at that time, and this price is reflected lane on the eastbound side only, from the Dulles on the overhead digital signs. Access Road to Fairfax Drive, a distance of four miles. On I-495, commonly known as the Capital Beltway, On I-66 outside the beltway, officials are building the 495 Express Lanes stretch 11 miles from Spring- one lane in each direction for 22 miles from Vienna field in the south to a point just past the Dulles Toll to Gainesville, and there will be two express lanes Road in the McLean area. These are two lanes in on each side, similar to I-495. This project, priced at each direction that are in operation 24-hours a day. $2.3 billion, is expected to be done in 2022. The 95 Express Lanes stretch 29 miles from Alex- The Dulles Access Road and the Dulles Greenway andria inside the beltway, south to Route 610 in are toll facilities also but the access road still takes Photo by Mike Salmon Stafford County. These lanes are “reversible,” mean- change as well as the E-Z Pass, and neither road has This toll gantry in Arlington is not in use yet, and is ing they are heading northbound in the morning, an HOV exception. currently being tested.
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17 Mile Bike Trail The Mount Vernon Bike Trail stretches for 17 miles be- tween Rosslyn and Mount Vernon, with a majority of the trail between
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In April, the sprouts soaked The strawberries were the To cut costs, some of the up the spring sunshine first to be caged for In July, tomatoes appeared, In late August, the toma- plants were raised from before being transplanted varmint protection, and the although this first batch toes were BLT sandwich- seeds. to the garden in May. first to be eaten. was eaten by something. bound. Learning, Sweating, and Reaping What You Sow
By Mike Salmon Vernon that would soon be my home away The Connection from home for the duration of the summer. In January, the plot was nothing but weeds t looked easy when I leaned over the and grass that was about 3 feet tall. After Ifence of a local community garden last hours of hacking away, I discovered that year, mentally planning my own gar- there were six beds underneath that would den with several types of tomatoes, corn, be perfect for my plan. I read books, beans and a couple of cucumber vines over- watched videos on YouTube, talked with whelming the fence, weighted down with other gardeners and came up with a loose “cukes,” that would soon be in plan that wouldn’t cost me too much. In My my salad. The unseen battle March came around, and I researched the Own with weeds, bugs, a family of planting process that began with soaking groundhogs and other furry seeds in wet paper towels, putting them in Words creatures that munch plants a pitch black closet for a few weeks, then down to the nub are part of the to empty egg cartons and biodegradable deal too, but didn’t dampen the spirit of my pots, and then to the garden. May 1 is the community garden. My first year this year preferred date for the freeze line, and off I will be a learning experience for next year’s went with my shovel and seedlings. Disap- garden, and years after that. pointment set in later in May when I dis- The Fairfax covered my corn Photos by Mike Salmon County community stalks nibbled off to From the community garden at Grist Mill Park in the Mount Vernon area, gardens are avail- Fairfax County Park the dirt, and the same the barn creates a farming atmosphere. able through the with my zucchini, park service for Garden Plot Locations sunflowers and 20 to- $125 a year. On the Baron Cameron, 11300 Baron Cameron Ave., matoes that were still birds that were tough to defend against. The This fall, when the tomatoes are dried and county website, I Reston – 32 plots Broyhill Crest Park, 7128 Murray Lane, green. Chatter strawberries were the first to get picked for shriveled, and the weeds have died down, read the long list of Annandale – 15 plots around the garden us to eat, followed by a few blueberries, and next year’s plan will come together and the rules for this project, Eakin Community Park, 8515 Tobin Road, pointed the blame at then tomatoes. The peppers, which I had work will start all over again. I can hardly and then found a Fairfax – 20 plots Franconia Park, 6432 Bowie Drive, Springfield – the family of ground- grown from seed, along with the cucum- wait. plot that is relatively 86 plots hogs that lived in the bers, didn’t come until later in August, but close to my house George Mason Park, 9700 Braddock Road, barn. So out came the were good to eat as well. The two beds that To get your own garden, go to the Fairfax and got on the wait- Fairfax – 46 plots Grist Mill Park, 4710 Mount Vernon Memorial chicken wire and went without plants became a mass of County website, (www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ ing list for one to be Highway, Alexandria – 45 plots soon every plant left weeds in a matter of weeks, and it was soon parks/greenspring/plots.htm), find a location available. I was fi- Lewinsville Park, 1659 Chain Bridge Road, had a cage over it. discovered that a layer of newspaper with near your residence and get on the waiting nally matched up McLean – 142 plots Nottoway Park, 9537 Courthouse Road, Vienna – During the sum- mulch on top was a good way to fight the list. Similar to the whole gardening experi- with a 20x30 foot 128 plots mer, I watched the weeds, although some in the garden did use ence, this takes patience as well, and then a plot in the Grist Mill Bo White Gardens (Pine Ridge Park), 3401 weather, the holes in weed killer, a practice frowned on by the certain level of commitment when taking over Park near Mount Woodburn Road, Annandale – 156 plots the fence, and the die hard gardeners. a plot.
When first taking over Plot 29 at the Grist Mill Under the weeds, there were raised beds. This community garden continues to thrive into Park community garden, the weeds ruled. late summer.
8 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2017-18 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Newcomers & Community Guide Welcome to Fairfax County: ‘Work Hard, Play Hard’ By Sharon Bulova and one of the great ments include updating many of our police tive tone of acceptance, inclusiveness and Chairman economic success sto- policies, establishing a Diversion First pro- kindness. Fairfax County Board of Supervisors ries of our time. Fairfax gram for people with mental illness who As chairman of the Board of Supervisors, County is home to nine become involved with law enforcement, and I am elected at-large by Fairfax County resi- elcome to Fairfax County, Fortune 500 company successfully extending Metrorail to Tysons dents. My office is here to serve you. If you one of the greatest places in headquarters, approxi- and Reston. Phase 2 of Metro’s Silver Line have any questions or concerns, please Wthe nation to live, work, mately 9,000 tech busi- is currently under construction and will email me at [email protected] or play and raise a family. nesses and over 116 extend all the way to Dulles Airport and into give my office a call at 703-324-2321. I hope Fairfax County is home to a thriving busi- million square feet of Loudoun County. you will sign up to receive my monthly ness community, vibrant entertainment and office space. Fairfax County has one of the Fairfax County offers opportunity and Bulova Byline newsletter that will keep you shopping destinations, a world class univer- best public school systems nationwide with quality services for residents of all ages. up-to-date on what is happening in your sity, beautiful parks and a diverse popula- a graduation rate of nearly 93 percent. People from all over the globe have made new community. I also encourage you to tion of engaged residents. Whether you are Fairfax County Public Schools is the third Fairfax County their home, enriching our visit fairfaxcounty.gov and fxva.com to see a long time resident or new to the county, I largest employer in Virginia and the 10th community with their diverse cultures and what Fairfax County has to offer you and hope you’ll take some time to visit some of largest school system in the country with entrepreneurship. In Fairfax County, we your family every season and every day. our most popular spots and enjoy what more than 189,000 students. After high believe we must all do our part to set a posi- Welcome to your new home. Fairfax County has to offer. school graduation, George Mason Univer- Tysons Corner Center, Fair Oaks Mall, sity and Northern Virginia Community Col- Reston Town Center, Fairfax Corner, Spring- lege are located just down the road for af- field Town Center and the Mosaic District fordable higher education opportunities in Service for Seniors Who Want to Serve are great places to shop, eat and spend time many different subject fields. Our business- RSVP is the region’s largest volunteer events throughout the year. with friends. For cultural destinations, friendly economy offers a wide array of network for people 55 and older, provid- RSVP volunteers enjoy flexible sched- George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate, impressive career opportunities for both our ing individualized support to seniors ules, free accident and liability insurance Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing older and younger residents. seeking service opportunities in and while serving, optional mileage and meal Arts and the Workhouse Arts Center in On the local government level, the Fairfax around Fairfax County, Arlington County reimbursement and are invited to group Lorton are some of my favorites. For fresh County Board of Supervisors is constantly and the City of Alexandria. projects and social gatherings with other air and exercise, I recommend our exten- hard at work to ensure quality public ser- RSVP offers opportunities for volun- RSVP volunteers. sive network of trails, parks and RECenters. vices for our residents. Our 10-member teers including providing rides, support To sign up for an upcoming RSVP ori- While there are a lot of fun things to do Board of Supervisors strives to maintain and meals to older neighbors, assisting entation email Carly Hubicki at in Fairfax County, our community is notori- positive community engagement, while local veterans in need and helping pre- [email protected] or call ous for our “work hard, play hard” ethic. strategically planning for the future with pare communities for disasters. RSVP RSVP at 703-403- 5360. To learn more Time Magazine has described us as the epi- land use and infrastructure decisions. also recruits volunteers for community about RSVP, visit www.rsvpnova.org. center of the Washington region’s job boom Some recent Fairfax County accomplish-
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Meadowlark to Waterpark Their home quickly became a center of social n 6501 Pohick Bay Drive, Botanical Gardens R and political life in Alexandria and gained a d Lorton BR 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Court, MN . Bull Run Marina Regional Park & foothold in history when British General Vienna www.nvrpa.org/park/ Atlantis Waterpark Braddock made the mansion his headquarters in www.nvrpa.org/park/ pohick_bay/ 7700 Bull Run Drive, Centreville 1755. On the National Register of Historic meadowlark_botanical_gardens/ www.piratescovepohick.com www.nvrpa.org/park/bull_run/ Places, Carlyle House is architecturally unique in 703-255-3631 703-339-6102 www.atlantisbullrun.com/ Alexandria as the only stone, 18th-century This 95-acre complex of large Pohick Bay is located on the 703-631-0552 Palladian-style house. Daily tours of the house, ornamental display gardens and Potomac River, 25 miles south of the Main park open all year for picnicking, hiking and programs for schoolchildren, special events, unique native plant collections is nation’s capital. The boat launch facility is family camping. Bull Run Public Shooting exhibits and lectures explore the life and times open year round and include one of only three public access points to the Center open all year. Group Camping open daily of John Carlyle in pre-Revolutionary Alexandria. walking trails, lakes, more than 20 Potomac River in northern Virginia. Pohick Bay Jan. 7 though Nov. 11. Mini and disc golf open The site may be rented in the evenings for varieties of cherry trees, irises, peonies, an offers canoes, kayaks, paddle boats and jon April through October. Hours vary. Atlantis private functions and weddings. extensive shade garden, native wildflowers, boats for rent on the weekends, as well as family Waterpark features pools, a giant dumping gazebos, birds, butterflies, seasonal blooms and and group camping, hiking, picnic areas and a bucket, waterslides, and fun-filled activities for FH foliage. The Atrium’s indoor tropical garden large play area for children. The park offers one all ages. Atlantis is open from Memorial Day Fountainhead Regional Park setting is a popular meeting, reception, wedding of the largest, outdoor freeform pools on the 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station weekend through Labor Day, and is a member of and workshop location. Interpretive displays east coast. Pohick Bay Regional Park, located on www.nvrpa.org/park/fountainhead/ the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority accompany a restored 18th-century cabin. Mason Neck Pennisula is an ecologically fragile family of Waterparks. Neptune Reef snack bar 703-250-9124 land that shelters an abundance of wildlife, The observation deck of the Marina Building at sells food, beverages and sweets. OR including the bald eagle. Pirates Cove Waterpark Fountainhead commands a spectacular view of Occoquan Regional Park is located at Pohick Bay Regional Park. Visitors CR the widest point of the Occoquan Reservoir. 9751 Ox Road, Lorton can cool off under the 300-gallon dumping Cameron Run Regional Park/Great Summer activities include catfish tournaments, www.nvrpa.org/park/occoquan/ bucket, fire the water cannons and splash down Waves Waterpark children’s fishing tournament, paddleboat tours 703-690-2121 the waterslide or search for buried treasure at 4001 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria and more. This park offers 400 acres of recreational space and Buccaneer Beach sand play area. Pirates Cove www.nvrpa.org/park/cameron_run/ a touch of the past with its historic brick kilns www.greatwaveswaterpark.com/ HO and the Turning Point Suffragist Memorial. Park 703-960-0767 Hemlock Overlook Regional Park lands, trails and associated waters are part of 13220 Yates Ford Road, Clifton Sources: National Park Service, Northern Vir- Cameron Run Regional Park offers a variety of the Fairfax Cross-County Trail. Kayak rentals. www.nvrpa.org/park/hemlock_overlook/ ginia Regional Park Authority, Virginia State recreation facilities in an urban area, including One hour Tour Boat Rides on the Occoquan 800-877-0954; 571-281-3556; Great Waves Water Park. Catch a wave in the River to Belmont Bay and back. Offered Parks and Fairfax County Park Authority. Map Hemlock Overlook Regional Park offers a variety of wave pool, twist and turn down four-story water Saturdays noon-5 p.m., Sunday 1- 8 p.m., April courtesy of Fairfax County Park Authority. De- outdoor and environmental education. Programs slides, take a plunge down speed slides, play 2 through Nov. 27. $10 adults, $5 children 12 signed & compiled by Jean Card and Laurence at Hemlock Overlook are open to the public and with friends in the shallow waters of the play and under, under age 4 are free. Foong. Photos by Renée Ruggles. groups by reservation. Only the hiking and horse
10 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2017-18 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com HMP Huntley Meadows Park 3701 Lockheed Boulevard, Alexandria nature center, historic structure, biking/hiking/ nature trails, observation tower, boardwalk 1444.8 acres, natural resource park
LAP Lake Accotink Park 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield basketball, volleyball, minigolf, trails, picnic 448.1 acres, multiple resource park
LFP Lake Fairfax Park 1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston softball (lit), soccer/football (unlit), amphitheater, carousel,campground, tour boat, picnic shelters 479 acres, multiple resource park
FRA Lee District Park 6601 Telegraph Road, Franconia softball, soccer/football, tennis, basketball, volleyball, trails, treehouse, sprayground, accessible playground 138 acres, district park
MDP Mason District Park 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale softball (lit), soccer/football (unlit/lit), basketball (lit), tennis (lit), shuffleboard, dog park, amphitheater, biking/hiking/fitness also features picnic pavilions, a deck for sunning 121.2 acres, district park and playing, as well as plenty of shade. Arts Center Captain’s Galley snack bar features food, CJP Clemyjontri Park beverages and sweets. Pirates Cove is open from LAC Workhouse Arts Center 6317 Georgetown Pike, McLean NWP Nottoway Park Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. fitness, picnic areas and playgrounds 9537 Courthouse Road, Vienna 9601 Ox Road, Lorton 18.6 acres, special purpose park baseball (lit), soccer/football (lit),basketball (lit), PB www.lortonarts.org tennis (lit), trails, picnic Pohick Bay Golf Course 703-584-2900 10301 Gunston Road, Lorton 90.9 acres, district park The Workhouse Arts Center consists of seven studio ELP Ellanor C. Lawrence Park www.nvrpa.org/park/pohick_bay_golf_course buildings, the main galleries and the recently 703-339-8585 5040 Walney Road, Chantilly opened Youth Arts Center. Visitors are RBP Riverbend Park This scenic golf course is located on the Mason baseballl, soccer/football (unlit), basketball (unlit), encouraged to interact with artists. In addition Neck Peninsula in Lorton. Pohick Bay’s practice community center, nature center, amphitheater, 8700 Potomac Hill Street, Great Falls to visual arts, the Workhouse Arts Center is facility features a driving range with practice trails nature center, historic structure, biking/equestrian/ home to performing arts, including theater, film putting and chipping greens, and lessons from 650 acres, multiple resource park hiking trails, picnic areas, craftroom institute, musical and dance performances. The PGA pros. A full-service pro shop features an 411.2 acres, multiple resource park education department supports both the visual array of name-brand golf clubs, equipment and and performing arts, offering classes and FPF Frying Pan Farm Park apparel. Other services include club making, workshops in a variety of disciplines. Future custom club fitting, regripping, reshafting and 2717 West Ox Road, Herndon SRN Scotts Run Nature Preserve plans for the Workhouse include an event tournament coordinating. historic structure, biking/equestrian/hiking trails, center, amphitheater, Workhouse Theatre, 7400 Georgetown Pike, McLean open areas, playground historic structure, historic/hiking/nature trails, restaurants, apartments, music barn and 135.3 acres, multiple resource park PO garden/horticultural area. Other buildings on fishing Potomac Overlook Regional Park & 384.3 acres, natural resource park Nature Center site, yet to be renovated, may provide for other 2845 Marcey Road, Arlington, VA 22207 activities such as a visitors center, a blacksmith GSG Green Spring Gardens www.nvrpa.org/park/potomac_overlook/ shop, theatre scene shops and rehearsal space. 4603 Green Spring Road, Alexandria SRD South Run District 703-528-5406 Community Center, historic structure, biking/hiking On the Potomac Palisades in north Arlington, 7550 Reservation Drive, Springfield Major Fairfax trails, open areas, gardens baseball, soccer/football, basketball, tennis, Potomac Overlook offers 70 acres of peaceful 30.9 acres, special purpose park woodland, trails, educational gardens, a small recenter, equestrian, playground, swimming picnic area and a Nature Center. The Nature County Parks 196 acres, district park Center features brand new exhibits called the HPP Hidden Pond Park “Energerium,” offering visitors a fun and BLP Burke Lake Park & Golf Course 8511 Greeley Boulevard, Springfield WFP Wakefield Park & RECenter accessible way to learn energy basics and ways tennis (lit), nature center, amphitheater, hiking/ 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale they can help create sustainable energy nature trails, playground, fishing volleyball, driving range, 18 hole, par 3, minigolf, softball, soccer/football, basketball, tennis, solutions. The Nature Center also houses live 25.6 acres, community park animals and natural history exhibits. trails, playground, campgrounds, fishing recenter, biking, fitness trail, skate park 883.4 acres, multiple resource park 292.6 acres, multiple resource park SR Sandy Run Regional Park 10450 Van Thompson Road, Fairfax Station www.nvrpa.org/park/sandy_run/ 703-690-4392 The park is open to the public for the purpose of education, training, practice, and racing for competitive and recreational sculling and rowing. Only shells and other boats authorized by the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority may be launched from the docks or shoreline of Sandy Run. Sandy Run offers a facility for team training and competition for Olympic, college, high school and club canoe, kayak and crew athletes.
UH Upton Hill Regional Park & Ocean Dunes Waterpark 6060 Wilson Blvd., Arlington www.nvrpa.org/park/upton_hill/ www.oceanduneswaterpark.com/ 703-534-3437 or [email protected] Upton Hill Regional Park offers visitors a wooded oasis in the heart of the most densely populated area of Northern Virginia. A large outdoor water-park complex is a sparkling attraction in this wooded, urban park, which straddles the boundary line between Arlington and Fairfax counties. The deluxe miniature golf course boasts one of the longest mini golf holes in the world; the batting cages include nine baseball and softball cages. The park is open every day for hiking, picnicking, playing on the playground and enjoying the outdoors. Located within Upton Hill Regional Park, Ocean Dunes is loaded with fun features for adults and children. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2017-18 ❖ 11 Photos by Mike Salmon A Guide to Fairfax County Parks in the Featuring Hidden Pond Nature Center Parks Springfield & Mount Vernon areas Map by Lawrence Foong; Design by Jean Card
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12 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2017-18 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com At Hidden Pond Nature Center, a tree bows out over the still waters of the pond.
The pond is surrounded by a community so it is a natural refuge for birds in the area.
30 South Run District 49 Huntley Meadows Community Park Neighborhood Park 6520 Diana Lane, Alexandria 7550 Reservation Drive, Springfield 3701 Lockheed Boulevard, Alexan- 60 Kirk 71 Washington Mill Neighborhood Park District Park dria 2206 Collingwood Road, Alexandria 4341 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, 82 Manchester Lakes 31 Huntsman Natural Resource Park Neighborhood Park Alexandria 6775 Beulah Street, Alexandria 9150 Dorothy Lane, Springfield 50 Hollin Meadows 61 Williamsburg Manor Community Park Community Park Community Park 7603 Elba Road, Alexandria 2213 Collingwood Road, Alexandria 72 Grist Mill 83 Greendale Golf Course 32 Rolling Wood School Site Community Park Community Park 4710 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, 6700 Telegraph Road, Alexandria 7511 Chancellor Way, Springfield 51 Martin Luther King Jr 62 Collingwood Alexandria Special Purpose Park Community Park 8115 Fordson Road, Alexandria 8200 West Boulevard Drive, Alexan- District Park 84 Lee District 33 Chapel Acres Community Park dria 73 Vernon Heights 6601 Telegraph Road, Franconia 7900 Giles Street, Springfield 52 Stephen S. Foster Community Park 8225 Central Avenue, Alexandria District Park Neighborhood Park Intermediate School Site 63 Carl Sandburg School Site Neighborhood Park 85 Dowden Terrace 34 Saratoga 2500 Parkers Lane, Alexandria 8428 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria 74 Bush Hill 5616 Bradley Blvd., Alexandria 8121 North Umberland Rd, Spring- Community Park Community Park 5417a Waycross Drive, Alexandria Community Park field 53 Belle Haven 64 Stratford Landing Neighborhood Park 86 Glasgow Community Park 6036 Grove Drive, Alexandria 2301 Stirrup Lane, Alexandria 75 Mark Twain 3935 Arcadia Road, Alexandria 35 Loftridge Community Park Neighborhood Park 5920 Larpin Lane, Alexandria Neighborhood Park 5549 Janelle Street, Alexandria 54 Fort Willard Circle 65 Fort Hunt Community Park 87 Parklawn Community Park 6625 Fort Willard Circle, Alexandria 8822 Linton Lane, Alexandria 76 Clermont School Site 6454 Lincolnia Road, Alexandria 36 Burgundy Neighborhood Park Community Park 4100 Franconia Road, Alexandria Community Park 5516 Norton Road, Alexandria 55 Mount Vernon District 66 Muddy Hole Farm Community Park 88 Glen Hills Neighborhood Park 2017 Belle View Boulevard, Alexan- 7941 Kidd Street, Alexandria 77 Franconia Forest 6090 Larstan Drive, Alexandria 37 Heritage Hill dria Community Park 6013 Bitternut Road, Alexandria Neighborhood Park 5744 Telegraph Road, Alexandria Multiple Resource Park 67 Mount Vernon Woods Neighborhood Park 89 Heywood Glen Neighborhood Park 56 Westgrove 4014 Fielding Street, Alexandria 78 Ridgeview 6210 Larstan Drive, Alexandria 38 Jefferson Manor 6801 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria Community Park 4111 Duvawn Street, Alexandria Neighborhood Park 2909 Farmington Drive, Alexandria Community Park 68 George Washington Community Park 90 Pinecrest Golf Course Community Park 57 White Oaks 8426 Old Mount Vernon Road 79 Wilton Woods School Site 6600 Little River Turnpike, Alexan- 39 Huntington 7100 Devonshire Road, Alexandria Special Purpose Park 3701 Franconia Road, Alexandria dria 2121 Fairfax Terrace, Alexandria Neighborhood Park 69 Walt Whitman School Site Neighborhood Park Special Purpose Park Community Park 58 Gilbert S. McCutcheon 8333 Richmond Highway, Alexandria 80 Tara Village 91 Green Spring Gardens 40 Farrington Avenue 7509 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria Community Park 6417 Joyce Road, Alexandria 4603 Green Spring Road, Alexandria 2213 Farrington Avenue, Alexandria Community Park 70 Mount Zephyr Neighborhood Park Special Purpose Park Neighborhood Park 59 Hollin Hall School Site 8601 Richmond Avenue, Alexandria 81 Virginia Hills School Site 92 Bren Mar 41 Mt. Eagle 1500 Shenandoah Road, Alexandria 6324 Edsall Road, Alexandria 5919 North Kings Highway, Alexan- Community Park dria 93 Backlick Run Community Park 5590 First Statesman Lane, Alexan- 42 South Kings Forest dria 4505 Lantern Place, Alexandria Community Park Neighborhood Park 94 Beulah 43 Stoneybrooke 7119 Beulah Street, Alexandria 3900 Stoneybrooke Drive, Alexandria Community Park Community Park 95 Amberleigh 44 Groveton Heights 7516 Beulah Street, Alexandria 3429 Clayborne Avenue, Alexandria Community Park Community Park 96 Hayfield 45 Huntley Historic 7611 Hayfield Road, Alexandria 6918 Harrison Lane, Alexandria Community Park Natural Resource Park 97 Wickford 46 Lenclair 7331a Wickford Drive, Alexandria 6625 Lenclair Street, Alexandria Neighborhood Park Neighborhood Park 47 Bucknell Manor 2223 Beacon Hill Road, Alexandria Community Park 48 Hybla Valley 3431 Lockheed Boulevard, Alexan- In the nature center, a park volunteer handles a black dria rat snake. Neighborhood Park www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2017-18 ❖ 13 Newcomers & Community Guide
Every year is election year in Virginia; mechanics How To Vote and details of voting require attention to detail. dent photo identification card from an in- Absentee Voting in stitution of higher education located in Vir- ginia; valid student ID issued by a public School Bonds Chris S. Grisafe Person in Fairfax school or private school in Virginia display- Sandra D. Allen ing a photo; employee identification card On Ballot Karen A. Keys-Gamarra County containing a photograph of the voter and Michael H. Owens Voting early if you qualify is a good issued by an employer of the voter in the There is a $315 million public school For more on the school board race, choice. ordinary course of the employer’s business. bonds referendum on the Nov. 7 gen- see www.connectionnewspapers.com/ There are 19 valid reasons to vote absen- Any registered voter who does not have eral election ballot. If approved by vot- news/2017/jul/31/low-turnout-high- tee in Virginia, including working and com- one of the required forms of identification ers, the Fairfax County Public Schools’ stakes-special-election-school-bo/ muting to and from home for 11 or more can apply for a free Virginia Voter Photo current plans to use this bond money hours between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Elec- Identification from any general registrar’s are to: ❖ General Election tion Day. Check the Virginia Department of office in the Commonwealth. Plan and/or construct two new el- Elections list to see if you are eligible: Voters applying for the Virginia Voter ementary schools, one in Fairfax/ Day, Tuesday, elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ballot/ab- Photo ID complete the Virginia Voter Photo Oakton area and another in the North- sentee-voting/index.html Identification Card Application, have their west county area. ❖ Nov. 7 There are two ways to vote absentee, in- picture taken, and sign the digital signature Relocate one modular building ❖ person and by mail. To do either, you should pad. Plan additions at three existing On Election Day Polls are open from first check your voter registration status to Once the application is processed, the high schools to add capacity at Madi- 6 a.m.-7 p.m., Nov. 7. make sure it is up-to-date. Then you will card will be mailed directly to the voter. son, Stuart and West Potomac. To determine whether eligible and ❖ need to apply for an absentee ballot. Note: A voter who does not bring an acceptable Plan and/or construct renovations registered to vote in this election, visit If you vote absentee in-person you will fill photo ID to the polls will be offered a pro- of 10 elementary schools, three middle the Virginia Department of Elections out the application when you arrive at the visional ballot. schools and two high schools. website at elections.virginia.gov/ or in-person absentee location (see locations Provisional Ballot Process See www.fcps.edu/about-fcps/facili- call Fairfax Elections office at 703-222- below). Voting absentee by mail? Read be- for Voters Who Arrive ties-planning-future/2017-school- 0776. low for the process of applying for your Without Identification bond-referendum. To vote on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 6 a.m.-7 mail-in ballot. If you arrive at your polling place on Elec- p.m. (General Election) ❖ You can now apply for an absentee ballot tion Day without an acceptable form of Special Election Register/update address by: Mon- online with the state’s new Citizen Portal. photo identification, don’t panic or give up. day, Oct. 16. ❖ You will need your Social Security Number You will be given the opportunity to vote a Aug. 29, 2017 Special Election, Request absentee ballot by mail and information on your Virginia Driver’s provisional ballot. After completing the pro- School Board At-Large by: 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31. ❖ License to complete the application. Infor- visional ballot, the individual voting will be All county polling places will be open Vote early (in-person absentee mation is also provided on how to apply if given written instructions from the election on Aug. 29 to fill a vacancy for mem- ballot by appearing in person by 5 you do not have a driver’s license. officials on how to submit a copy of his/her ber, School Board At-Large for the re- p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4. identification so that his/her vote can be mainder of the present term of office For more information on voting in counted. which expires Dec. 31, 2019. Fairfax County: Virginia Voter ID A voter will have until noon on the Fri- In-Person Absentee voting is under- Voter Registration: 703-222-0776, Virginia has voter identification require- day following the election to deliver a copy way until Aug. 26 TTY 711 ❖ ments, plan to bring photo identification of the identification to the local electoral Aug 26: Final Day In-Person Ab- Absentee Fax: 703-324-3725 with you to vote, whether that is absentee board or to appear in person to apply for a sentee Voting Email: [email protected] ❖ or on Election Day. Virginia Voter Photo ID Card. Voters may Aug 29: Absentee Ballot Return Election Officer Info: 703-324-4735, Among accepted ID: valid Virginia submit a copy of their ID via fax, email, in- Deadline, 7 p.m. TTY 711 Driver’s License or Identification Card; valid person submission, or through USPS or Four candidates are on the ballot: Virginia DMV issued Veteran’s ID card; valid commercial delivery service. Please note U.S. Passport; other government-issued that the copy of the ID must be delivered to photo identification cards issued by the U.S. the electoral board by noon on Friday, or office of the general registrar, in the local- cess, the voter may request a Temporary Government, the Commonwealth of Vir- the provisional ballot cannot be counted. ity in which the provisional ballot was cast, Identification Document. This document ginia, or a political subdivision of the Com- Also by noon on Friday following the elec- and apply for a Virginia Voter Photo ID Card. may be provided to the electoral board to monwealth; valid college or university stu- tion, the voter may appear in-person in the At the completion of the application pro- suffice the identification requirement. Public Schools Are Ready for Students’ Return Karen Corbett ted to providing a safe, nurturing environ- terests by taking participating in the many engagement with your student’s school by Sanders ment for all of our students to succeed. clubs, sports, arts, academy, career, techni- attending back to school night, school func- Vice Chair and Mt. We know that in the classroom, on the cal education classes, or volunteering in the tions and joining the PTA or PTO. Vernon District field, on the stage, and in the community community. These opportunities exist to Students are encouraged to pursue their Representative volunteering, our students demonstrate the develop and amplify the characteristics of passions in the arts, athletics, and academ- Fairfax County best of what our country has to offer. As a our Portrait of a 21st Century Graduate: ics. Inside and outside the classroom, adults School Board community, Fairfax County Public Schools critical thinkers, collaborators, ethical de- throughout the community are committed is always there to support these efforts. This cision makers and global citizens. to creating opportunities for your student. t is a pleasure to welcome you to the past June’s graduating seniors from Edison, Fairfax County Public Schools is commit- This is evident in the thousands of hours IMount Vernon Magisterial District and Hayfield, Lee, Mount Vernon, South County ted to ensuring that each child is known in that community members volunteer in our Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). and West Potomac High Schools were their school by name, need, and interest. schools, our athletic organizations, librar- When students in Alexandria, Lorton, awarded over $20 million in scholarships However, we need your help as educational ies, and organizations supporting children Mount Vernon and Springfield attend school and are attending some of the best univer- partners to achieve this goal. When you reg- such as the Boys and Girl Scouts, the per- in the region, they can be assured that cre- sities and conservatories in the country. ister your child for school, please make sure forming arts organizations, and church ating opportunities for their success is a top Other outstanding graduates committed to that you introduce yourself to the princi- groups. I encourage you to volunteer with priority for our devoted principals, teach- military and civil service. Fields of study pal, the front office staff, and if possible your these organizations as well. If you are a ers, staff, and the greater community. We include the arts, engineering, sciences, and child’s teacher. We want to know who your business owner or executive, please con- recognize that it is difficult for students to teaching. We encourage students to use the child is and how we can best meet their sider partnering with our schools. move homes and schools and are commit- high school experience to explore their in- needs in the classroom. Please continue this Warm wishes for a great school year. 14 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2017-18 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Newcomers & Community Guide
The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. August 2017 In partnership with the Alexandria- June 2018 Caen Sister Cities Committee, the Vine on the Waterfront Festival. SATURDAY/AUG. 26 Lyceum offers a cider tasting as part Late June, 12-6 p.m. at Oronoco Mount Vernon Flea Market. 8 a.m.- of Virginia Cider Week. Tickets are Park, 100 Madison St. Formerly 1 p.m., at 8717 Fort Hunt Road. $50-75. Visit known as the Alexandria Food & Features furniture, art, china, glass, www.show.alexandriava.gov/events. Wine Festival, the festival will porcelain, pottery, books, expand to include both restaurants photographs, lighting, tools, etc. FRIDAY/NOV. 24-SATURDAY/JAN. 5 within Alexandria and other eateries Refreshments will also be on sale. throughout the region. The event is Christmas in Mount Vernon. Admission is free. Visit mount 3200 free to attend, but tickets are $15 per vernonfleamarket.wordpress.com. Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, area (food or wine), $20 after June Ballyshaners Irish Festival. 11 a.m- Mount Vernon. Mount Vernon decks 18. Visit vineonthewaterfront.com. 7 p.m. at 1A Prince St. A celebration the halls with themed Christmas trees Irish history and culture in on the estate and festive greenery in Alexandria, and a fundraiser for the the Mansion. Visit mountvernon.org. July 2018 Alexandria St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Visit www.ballyshaners.org/festival/. December 2017 SUNDAY/JULY 1 Independence Fireworks. 6 p.m. at SATURDAY-SUNDAY/AUG. 26-27 SATURDAY/DEC. 2 Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon. Begonia Show and Sale. 47th Annual Campagna Center 9 a.m.-4:30 Greet “General and Mrs. Washington” Scottish Walk Parade. p.m. at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 11 a.m. in the historic area before trying a Green Spring Road. Show sponsored Old Town Alexandria, the parade turn at bocce ball and 18th-century by the Potomac branch of the begins at St. Asaph and Wolfe dancing demonstrations. Mount American Begonia Society. Free. Call On Independence Day, George Washington’s Mount Streets. More than 100 Scottish Vernon’s colonial artisans will reveal 703-642-5173 or visit Clans, pipe and drum bands, Scottish how 18th-century ice cream was fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/greenspring. Vernon is the site of fireworks and festivities in honor of dancers, re-enactment groups, Scottie the first president. made in the days before freezers. dogs, dignitaries and, of course, Enjoy a performance by Yorktown Santa Claus will march through the MONDAY/AUG. 28 Fife & Drum and the National purchase of admission to Mount streets of Old Town. Visit Concert Band. Also enjoy a fireworks 7th Annual Charity Golf SATURDAY/SEPT. 30 Vernon; tickets are $17 for adults, $9 www.campagnacenter.org/ show. Tickets are $30 for adults, $20 Tournament. 8 a.m. at Fort Belvoir Alexandria Seaport Foundation for children, $16 for seniors and free scottishwalkweekend/parade. for youth. Visit mountvernon.org. Golf Club 8450 Beulah St., Fort Festival. noon-6 p.m. at Waterfront for children 5 years and younger. Belvoir. Benefit for America’s “Adopt Park, 1 Prince St. Community festival Visit www.mountvernon.org. SUNDAY/DEC. 31 A Soldier,” an established nonprofit celebrating the mission and programs WEDNESDAY/JULY 4 organization who has through of the Alexandria Seaport Foundation First Night Alexandria. Events take SUNDAY/OCT. 29 An American Celebration. 8 a.m.-5 grassroots volunteerism, donations, featuring live music, wooden boat place throughout the day at p.m. at Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount and partnerships; provides a positive display, Anything that Floats race, Del Ray Halloween Parade. 2-4 numerous venues around the City of Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount impact to our nation’s wounded, children’s activities, nautical p.m. at Mount Vernon Ave. All are Alexandria. Visit Vernon. Watch made-for-daytime deployed service members, activities, beer/wine and local food. welcome to march in the parade. www.firstnightalexandria.org. fireworks shoot off over the Potomac hospitalized military children, Visit www.alexandriaseaport.org. Parade ends in a party at the Mt. River. Admission is $9-20, free for homeless veterans, veterans and their Vernon Recreation Center fields children 0-5. Visit mountvernon.org. families. Email golftournament@ featuring live music, free March 2018 americasadoptasoldier.org. October 2017 refreshments, games, best costume awards, and more. Free. Visit TUESDAY/MARCH 20 August 2018 SATURDAY/OCT. 7 www.visitdelray.com/halloween. Persian New Year Celebration. September 2017 The Ice Cream Making. Saturdays in Arts on the Avenue. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Nowruz Festival celebrating the August. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Persian New Year will include FRIDAY/SEPT. 8 on Mount Vernon Ave., Del Ray. Art 3200 Mt. Vernon Highway, Mount on the Avenue is a multi-cultural arts November 2017 entertainment from musicians, Vernon. Cool down with 18th century Patriot Day Golf Classic. 11:30 a.m.- festival in the Del Ray neighborhood dancers, artists, costumed characters, TUESDAY/ NOV. 7 ice cream making demonstrations. 6:30 p.m. at Belle Haven Country in Alexandria, Virginia. This festival and traditional players. About 55 Visit www.mountvernon.org/. Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road. 4th is held on the first Saturday in Election Day. General election. Visit street vendors will be offering Youth Arts Festival. Early August, 1- Annual Patriot Day Golf Classic to October, rain or shine. www.sbe.virginia.gov/ and traditional and exotic foods, as well 5 p.m. at Mount Vernon Recreation benefit two veteran and wounded www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/ as jewelry, crafts, and other Center, 2701 Commonwealth Ave. warrior organizations. Visit upcoming.htm. traditional Persian products. Visit SATURDAY/OCT. 28 This festival will showcase the talents www.bellehavencc.com/golf/ www.nowruzfestival.org. of youth around the city and serve as patriotday. VolunteerFest. A region-wide day of SATURDAY/ NOV. 11 a forum of expression for both visual community service helps nonprofits and performing arts. Free. Call 703- SATURDAY-SUNDAY/SEPT. 16-17 accomplish tasks they would not have Mount Vernon Salutes Veterans. 9 April 2018 549-7115 ext. 370. time or resources to do on their own. a.m.-4 p.m. at Washington’s Mount Relay for Life. Fundraisers participate Friendship Firehouse Festival. Mid- Street Art Festival. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Visit www.volunteerfairfax.org/ Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon in all-night-long events to help those August, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Friendship 480 King St. King Street from individuals/volunteerfest.php. Memorial Highway. Honored guests affected by cancer through the Firehouse Museum, 107 S. Alfred St. Washington Street to the waterfront (veterans) are invited to place a American Cancer Society. Visit Held at the historic Friendship is transformed into an outdoor art flower at Washington’s tomb, enjoy a www.relayforlife.org for specific Firehouse, the festival celebrates the gallery with original artwork by more SATURDAY-SUNDAY /OCT. 21-22 concert by the Harmony Heritage events and details. special role firefighters have played than 200 artists from the U.S. and Fall Harvest Family Days. 9 a.m-5 Singers and the United States Air Historic Garden Week. This throughout history, especially those abroad. Featuring live music, and p.m. at Pioneer Farm in George Force String Orchestra. Free for weeklong statewide event provides of Friendship. The event will feature interactive art activities, as well as Washington’s Mount Vernon, 3200 veterans and active duty military visitors an opportunity to see a collection of antique fire equipment The Art League’s Ice Cream Bowl Mount Vernon Memorial Highway. members, $9-17 for everyone else. gardens, as well as houses with more and a display of modern fire trucks Fundraiser. Visit Celebrate the beginning of autumn See www.mountvernon.org. than 2,000 flower arrangements and apparatus. Other attractions www.artfestival.com/festivals/ with the family at Mount Vernon created by Garden Club of Virginia include craft booths, food vendors alexandria-king-street-art-festival. with activities including wagon rides, NOV. 10-19 members. Visit vagardenweek.org. and free birthday cake. Free. Visit apple-roasting and a straw bale www.friendshipfire.net. maze. The event is included with Virginia Cider Week. 7-9:30 p.m. at
The Alexandria Harmonizers and Howard Gospel Choir of Howard University Present Rock My Soul - Celebrating Barbershop’s Gospel Roots Featuring Grammy Award Winners “The Fairfield Four” October 13th 2017, 8:00PM 1st Congregational United Church of Christ, 945 G St NW, Washington DC, and October 14th 2017, 2:00 PM Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, 4915 East Campus Dr. Alexandria, VA Tickets on sale beginning September 1st, 2017 at www.harmonizers.org
Are you interested in joining the East Coast’s best and most exciting A Cappella male chorus? Visit us on Tuesday nights from 7–10 PM at the Durant Arts Center 1605 Cameron St. Alexandria, VA 22314 or email [email protected] The Alexandria Harmonizers, Inc. gratefully acknowledges the operational support it receives from the Commission for the Arts of Alexandria, Virginia. Partial funding for Rock My Soul is provided by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts, and by the Barbershop Harmony Society, underwritten in part by Harmony Foundation International and its generous donors.
www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ Newcomers & Community Guide 2017-18 ❖ 15 Newcomers & Community Guide Missing Out on Mount Vernon At Home? By Barbara Hughes Sullivan the future as they age in place. After much appointments; errands; grocery shopping; cial aspect. Mount Vernon At Home events Executive Director planning, Mount Vernon At Home, a volun- light handyman help in the home; technol- are always stimulating and the best part is Mount Vernon At Home teer-powered nonprofit “village,” was born! ogy problem-solving (printers, computers, that I have met some very interesting people Ten years down the road Mount Vernon smart TVs and cell phones, etc.); home or- who I now call friends. Mount Vernon At erhaps you have seen our sign At Home has 160 members, 70 volunteers ganization and decluttering; friendly visits Home continues to be one of my best in- when you visit Sherwood Re- and offers a full array of activities and ser- and much more. Through the generosity of vestments.” Pgional Library or noticed Mount vices. Our staff and volunteers take great our donors, financial assistance with annual Most of our members are very active. Vernon At Home brochures dis- pride in offering solutions to each call our membership fees is available for those with Some join for the activities and programs played in local businesses. If you don’t be- office receives. Monthly event calendars are limited incomes that reside in the Mount and others rely on dependable volunteer long to, volunteer for, or share information planned with many social, cultural and edu- Vernon At Home geographic boundaries. services to help them remain independent. about Mount Vernon At Home, you are miss- cational events for a variety of engaging Judy Rosen, one of Mount Vernon At Many see Mount Vernon At Home member- ing out on a unique experience in our com- activities. Home’s founding members, sums up the ship as “insurance” so that if they need ex- munity. Mount Vernon At Home is one of over 300 value of her Mount Vernon At Home mem- tra help, we are just a phone call away. In 2007, a group of Mount Vernon neigh- villages across the country developed by bership: “Mount Vernon At Home has been Don’t wait to get involved with this excit- bors and friends in their retirement years neighbors interested in redefining the ag- a lifesaver for me. They take the place of ing nonprofit organization. Call our office gathered to discuss their common goals of ing experience, creating community connec- my family who live too far away to help. today at 703-303-4060 or email us at leading vibrant, engaged lives in their tions, and helping older adults retain their Their handyman volunteers are terrific and info@mountvernonathome to join or vol- homes and communities here in the Mount independence with practical help. if the job is too involved for a volunteer, unteer. We welcome visitors at our office Vernon area. With an eye to the future, our As a nonprofit membership organization, office will refer me to a reliable preferred on the second floor of the Sherwood Re- founders also wanted to create a network Mount Vernon At Home volunteers assist provider to get the job done. The happiest gional Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. to provide the support they might need in our members with transportation to local surprise for me, however, has been the so- Check us out when come check out books. Where to Give Locally: A few of the nonprofits in Fairfax County * United Community Ministries, and other gifts ensured a joy-filled Richmond Highway, PO Box 15096, areas of the county, Culmore and publicly and privately. When there is Mount Vernon, 703-768-7106, 7511 holiday for more than 1,200 children Alexandria, VA, 22039. 703-768- Mount Vernon/Route 1 corridor.. no food in the refrigerator, no Fordson Road, Alexandria, VA 22306 in 600 families. 7511 Fordson Road, 9419, www.goodhousing.org/ The www.bgcgw.org/fairfax electricity nor heat, these are assists low-income families and Alexandria VA 22306. mission of Good Shepherd Housing * Christian Relief Services, 8301 hardships that they can keep hidden. individuals living along the Route 1 www.ucmagency.org. Donations of (GSH) is to reduce homelessness, Richmond Highway, Suite 900, When that same child can’t afford to Corridor, UCM provides four cash/checks and gift cards welcome. increase community support, and Alexandria, VA 22309, 703-317- pay for the band field trip, a pair of different housing programs as well as * National Capital Food Bank, 6833 promote self-sufficiency. GSH 9086, 703-317-9690 glasses, a chorus outfit or a new pair a Workforce Development Center to Hill Park Drive, Lorton, serving all of housing manages more than 70 christianrelief.org/ of shoes, these are indignities that help prepare people for moving Northern Virginia, 703-541-3063. housing units. * Alice’s Kids (@alicewillhelp) are evident to their classmates. forward with their jobs. Last year, for www.capitalareafoodbank.org * Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater aliceskids.org P.O. Box 60, Mount Alice’s Kids helps children from all the holidays, donations of nearly * Good Shepherd Housing and Washington Fairfax Area Vernon, VA 22121 When a child is over the Mount Vernon area in hopes 10,000 toys, books, games, clothing, Family Services, 8305-17B operates clubs in two of the neediest raised in poverty they suffer both of preserving the dignity of the child.
Good Shepherd Catholic Church International Festival - Three Days of Celebration 8710 Mount Vernon Highway, Alexandria VA 22309 Saturday, September 2 Everyone is welcome at St. Luke’s • White Elephant Sale – Early Bird Entry, 8:30 – 9:30 am, Please join us for $10 Regular Entry, 9:30 am – 4 pm, Free • 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Run – Fun and fitness for Homecoming Sunday, September 10 a great cause! Sign up online today! Go to: gs-cc.org and learn about our programs Sunday, September 3 • Join us for Multicultural Mass (see schedule at gs-cc.org) for children, teens, and adults. Monday, September 4 Festival Day! • 11 am – 5 pm food, music, games, bingo, raffle, Holy Eucharist at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. entertainment & more! Sunday School and Adult Forum at 9 a.m. • Free admission Nursery Available from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. • Food and some activities require ticket purchase • Parking & shuttle at Mt. Vernon HS. St. Luke’s is a warm and nurturing church No pets except service animals. where all are welcome, known, included and Win $10,000! Raffle Tickets on Sale ůŽǀĞĚĂŶĚǁŚĞƌĞƌĞůĂƟŽŶƐŚŝƉƐŐƌŽǁ͘ at the Festival! Net proceeds go to local charities. ŚƩƉ͗ͬͬǁǁǁ͘ƐĂŝŶƚůƵŬĞƐĐŚƵƌĐŚ͘ŶĞƚ Visit GS-CC.ORG for information.
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