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November 2016 Volume 31, No Friendship Heights Mormon Temple Festival of Lights VILLAGE NEWS page 5 NOVEMBER 2016 VOLUME 31, NO. 11 www.friendshipheightsmd.gov 301-656-2797 Ancient art forms revived with Turquoise Mountain effort Join us when we travel to the Smithsonian’s Sackler Gallery on Thursday, Dec. 1, for a morning tour of the highly acclaimed Turquoise Mountain exhibit, then delight in Turkish fare at Ottoman Taverna. From its critical position on the ancient Silk Road that stretches from Europe to China, Afghanistan or give up their craft. The old city from slum conditions into a vibrant absorbed traditions from India, of Kabul fell into ruin. Over the cultural and economic center. This Persia, and Central Asia and past decade, Turquoise Mountain, exhibit highlights a new generation blended them into a distinct artistic an organization founded in 2006 of Afghan artisans in woodwork, culture. During decades of civil at the request of HRH the Prince calligraphy, ceramics, jewelry design, unrest that began in the 1970s, of Wales and the president of and other crafts brought together by many of Afghanistan’s artisans Afghanistan, has transformed the the Turquoise Mountain effort. were forced to leave their country Murad Khani district of Old Kabul Continued on page 11, see Turquoise Annual Artisan Fair includes a morning Anthony Fauci to concert especially for children speak at Center Multi-talented artist and musician the auditorium to view some of the Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the James Taylor returns to the Village unique handcrafted items for sale by National Institute of Allergy and Center to take part in our 14th local artisans. Infectious Diseases (NIAID) at NIH, Annual Artisan Fair on Friday, Nov. You’ll find wearable art jackets will discuss the perpetual challenge 4, 5:30 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, made of exotic fabrics; fun, animal- of emerging infectious diseases, Nov. 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. inspired felt ornaments; sleek fused including the recent re-emergence of James has played to enthusiastic glass, delicate crocheted necklaces Ebola virus in West Africa and of Zika audiences during our summer and scarves; sumptuous soaps; virus in the Americas, at the Village concert series and is a favorite fabulous clothing for boys and girls, Center on Thursday, Dec. 8, at 7:30 teacher during our summer art metal and natural stone jewelry, p.m. camp. He’ll take a break from his gorgeous pottery, platters and bowls; Dr. Fauci oversees an extensive booth at the artisan fair to perform watercolors; photography; notecards research portfolio to prevent, a special concert Saturday from 11 and more. diagnose, and treat infectious and a.m. to noon. All ages will enjoy his The fair begins Friday with a immune-mediated diseases. He has smooth vocals, engaging smile and reception between 5:30 to 8 p.m. advised five presidents and the U.S. Department of Health and Human masterful guitar playing. Refreshments will be served. Wine Before or after the concert, stop by Continued on page 12, see Artisan Fair Continued on page 2, see Fauci Moby Dick at Arena Stage, page 5 G69109_NOV 2016 News final.indd 1 10/25/16 12:13 PM Caregivers Support Fauci, continued from page 1 Services on HIV/AIDS, pandemic preparedness, and many Group other domestic and global health issues. He was one of The best way to care for a loved one is to the principal architects of the President’s Emergency Plan take good care of yourself. The monthly support group for for AIDS Relief, a program that has saved millions of lives people providing regular assistance for family members throughout the developing world. with serious illness or dementia will meet at the Village Dr. Fauci is also a clinician and the long-time chief of Center on Monday, Nov. 14, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the NIAID Laboratory of Immunoregulation. As such, he has made seminal contributions to HIV/AIDS research The meetings are led by Judith Bernstein of GPS Senior and is widely recognized for developing therapies Care Partners, a clinical social worker and certified for several formerly fatal inflammatory and immune- advanced social work case manager. If you have questions mediated diseases. Dr. Fauci is the recipient of numerous for Judith, please email her at judith.gpspartners@gmail. prestigious awards for his scientific and global health com. The support group is a partnership of Brighton accomplishments, including the Presidential Medal of Gardens of Friendship Heights and the Village of Freedom, the highest honor given to a civilian by the Friendship Heights. Let us know if you plan to attend President of the United States. Please let us know you will by calling 301-656-2797. Please note: the group is for attend by calling 301-656-2797. One Third Tall Ad - Village News - PRESS - 2.pdf 1 12/6/2012 2:46:42 PM caregivers only. Friendship Heights VILLAGE NEWS www.friendshipheightsmd.gov Email: [email protected] The Village News is a publication of the Village Council, the elected governing body of the Special Tax District of the Village of Friendship Heights, 4433 South Park Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815, 301-656-2797. Physical Therapy Office The newsletter is produced through the cooperative efforts of volunteers, Friendship Heights Village at the Elizabeth Arcade Council members, and Village staff. 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MY Aquatic therapy (at our Tenleytown location) FOUNDER CY Orthopedic injuries, joint replacements Martin Kuhn CMY Neurological disorders (MS, MD, ALS, stroke, dystonia), fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome EDITORIAL STAFF K Melanie Rose White Anne Hughes O’Neil Massage therapy / personal and post-rehab training Volunteer Editor Staff Writer, Layout, Advertising We are a MEDICARE PREFERRED PROVIDER and accept Jennie Fogarty co-insurance from PPO and POS health insurance plans. Staff Writer Call office for details. Locations FRIENDSHIP HEIGHTS VILLAGE COUNCIL Melanie Rose White Tenleytown Friendship Heights Kathleen G. Cooper Mayor Treasurer 4000 Wisconsin Ave., NW #P2 4601 N Park Ave., #10C John R. Mertens David O. Lewis Washington, DC 20016 Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Chairman Parliamentarian (inside Tenley Sport & Health Club, (at the Elizabeth Arcade, Michael J. Dorsey Clara Lovett garage parking available) free garage parking!) Vice Chairman Historian Paula J. Durbin phone 301-654-9355 | [email protected] Secretary VILLAGE MANAGER www.getwell-rehab.com find us on facebook Julian P. Mansfield 2 Village News November 2016 G69109_NOV 2016 News final.indd 2 10/24/16 7:39 PM rented privately since the County purchased it in 1995. Village Council Update The Council has asked that the County incorporate the property into the park and remove the stockade fence that runs the length of the property on Willard. Currently the Parking enforcement in the Village park has a narrow pathway next to 4701 Willard Avenue At a recent meeting of the Community Advisory that serves as the main entrance for our residents. It Committee, some questions were raised about parking would benefit greatly by having an expanded entryway enforcement policy and procedures. Because the Village on Willard. The Citizens Coordinating Committee on has very little on-street parking, time limits were instituted Friendship Heights and other neighborhood groups to maximize the availability of the spaces we have. support this position as well. Parking The two Park and Planning representatives heard restrictions are numerous comments and questions from the Council and clearly indicated residents. They will report back and follow up with us on by signage. The next steps. two-hour parking areas have a sign that prohibits Council discusses Page Park upgrades moving the vehicle The Council discussed possible improvements to Page within zone 1 to Park at the October 18 meeting. Page Park has always extend the two- been maintained by the Village as a pesticide-free, rustic hour time limit park adjacent to a forest conservation area. The Council (see photo at left). is now examining the feasibility of providing water and Please note that electricity to the park in order to allow for an irrigation zone 1 covers the system and upgraded landscaping. entire Village. Thus you are not Hilda Seibel memorial concert series allowed to move your vehicle anywhere in the Village On October 5 the Village hosted a reception and concert to extend the two-hour time limit. There are a number in memory of Hilda Seibel, an extraordinary woman who of hourly garages and parking lots in the Village if you was a popular performer at the Center for many years. require more than two hours parking. Hilda’s family and friends made generous contributions If you have received a parking ticket and you would toward the Center’s music programs. We will continue to like to appeal it, you can do so through the Montgomery honor her memory with a series of concerts. County Court System. Our parking enforcement is Hilda settled in the provided by a private contractor, Securitas Security town of Somerset in Systems. Sammy Mwanjala, Branch Manager for Securitas, 1953. She was a talented is the supervisor of the security officers. He can be reached musician who played directly at 301-608-1608. the violin and viola.
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