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ruce Leonard was recog- Bnized as the Mount Vernon District Citizen of the Year at the Mount Vernon Council of Citizen Association’s 26th Annual Gala on April 26. Leonard is a key participant in the Comprehensive Plan Area Plan Barney Barnwell, the 2003 Review process, and a member of Mount Vernon District the Southeast Fairfax Develop- Citizen of the Year and the ment Corporation’s board of direc- representative from the Costa Manolas, after clearing a lot of tors. 2014 Mount Vernon District Joe Gilliand tackled a job few would poison ivy and trash from along Fort Karen Pohorylo, the chair of the Organization of the Year, want. Armed with clippers, he cleared Hunt Road, stopped to point out the planning and zoning committee the Psi Alpha Alpha Chap- away poison ivy that was taking over. wild azaleas that grow in the area. The and nominator of the Citizen of the ter of Omega Psi Phi Fra- Westgrove Pack, a citizens group, cleanup will allow the flowers more Year Award, recalled when she first ternity, Inc., addresses the worked Saturday, April 26, to clean up room to grow, improving the area met Leonard at a 2008 Fairfax Fed- crowd at the 26th Annual the Westgrove Dog Park. around the park. eration meeting. MVCCA Gala. “He was giving a presentation on no idea then what an impact Bruce retail trends and redevelopment would make on the Mount Vernon Westgrove Pack Cleans Up and revitalization, and the audi- district, Mount Vernon Council ence was captivated by his fresh and even my own points of view,” perspective and common sense Pohorylo said. Jimmy (far left) and approach to redevelopment. I had See MVCCA, Page 6 Spiro Manolas, owners

of Greenblades, Photos by Janelle Germanos/The Gazette helped clean up the area along Fort Hunt Road, with their father Costa and Michele Anderson. Greenblades is also donating their services to provide turf management for the dog park. Photos by Renée Ruggles The Gazette

Judy Harbeck, MVCCA co-chair, Bruce Leonard, the Mount Vernon District Citizen of the Year, and Ron Fitzsimmons, MVCCA co-chair, gather at the 26th Annual MVCCA Gala. Leonard received citizen of the year for his participation in the Comprehensive Plan Area Plan Review process and

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U.S. Postage U.S. dogs and neighbors to socialize. STD PRSRT www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ May 1-7, 2014 ❖ 1 2 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ May 1-7, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News No Common Ground on Common Core to adopt the standards. Last month, Indi- for the SOL system. There’s way too much WHEN ASKED about their support for fed- Democrats divided ana un-adopted them, and now similar re- teaching to the test,” said former Lt. Gov. eral standards, candidates gave a variety of peal efforts are underway in several other Don Beyer, who was the presiding officer perspectives. Arlington Del. Patrick Hope on national education states. of the state Senate when the original sys- (D-47) said he supported the concept of op- “I can’t say that I would vote to require it tem was created. “Yes I respect Virginia’s tional federal standards, which he said he standards. for the entire country,” said state Sen. Adam right to do its own thing, but I think it makes would support if elected. But he also said By Michael Lee Pope Ebbin (D-30). “It works well for some ar- much more sense to be part of a national he approved of the decision by the Virginia The Gazette eas, but in Vir- effort that’s Department of Education to opt out of the ginia we seem to been very program. hould American schools share na- be doing quite “One of the key constituencies vetted by “If you are a member of Congress, you’re tional standards? That’s a question well without it.” that are likely to turn out in a teachers and not just a delegate anymore. If you’re vot- Sthat divides the 10 Democrats seek- parents and ing for the state you are voting for the na- ing to replace longtime U.S. Rep. AFTER CON- everybody tion,” said Hope. “So I said yes because that Jim Moran (D-8), who is retiring after 24 SIDERING a primary are educators, and else.” is the position nationally — give states the years in the House of Representatives. Dur- plan known as there are some teachers When asked power to decide.” ing a recent candidates forum, the Demo- the Common if they support Several of the candidates expressed frus- crats were asked if they support the Com- Core of Learning, opposed to Common Core. Common Core tration with the current system, which they mon Core State Standards Initiative, two Virginia educa- during a re- say is failing students across Virginia. candidates said they disagreed and eight tion officials cre- This is a chance to connect cent debate “We’ve got to try something or the kids candidates said they agreed. ated a system hosted by the lose out, and everybody will be in private “One of the key constituencies that are known as the with that segment of a very NAACP, two schools,” said Lavern Chatman, former likely to turn out in a primary are educa- Standards of candidates president of the Urban League of Northern tors, and there are some teachers opposed Learning in likely to participate part of the said they op- Virginia. “We’ve got to do something dif- to Common Core,” said Stephen January 2002. posed the na- ferent, that’s going to change this situation.” Farnsworth, professor at the University of Three years later, Democratic primary tional stan- Mary Washington. “This is a chance to con- the Virginia De- electorate.” dards — THE DEBATE OVER national standards nect with that segment of a very likely to partment of Edu- Ebbin and Al- is a vexing one for many candidates, who participate part of the Democratic primary cation approved — Stephen Farnsworth, professor at the exandria tried to walk a line between supporting rig- electorate.” SOLs for math, University of Mary Washington Mayor Bill orous standards while opposing a system The Common Core State Standards Ini- science, English, Euille. When that encourages teaching to the test. Many tiative outlines what students should know history and social science. Unless a school asked about their lack of support for Com- candidates tried to couch their support for in English and math from Kindergarten meets the targets for the percent of students mon Core, both Ebbin and Euille said they Common Core somewhere in between. through high school. The standards were who are able to pass the SOL tests, schools believed the current system was working “In general, I’m a proponent of hiring created by the National Governors Associa- can lose accreditation. Currently, the depart- fine. good people and letting them have more tion and the Council of Chief State School ment is denying accreditation to only six “It’s an evaluation tool that works, and subjective power,” said former Navy pilot Officers along with Achieve, a Washington- schools in Virginia, one of which is in the we don’t need to move to do something Bruce Shuttleworth. “But I absolutely get based nonprofit organization. Although 45 8th Congressional District — Jefferson- else,” said Euille. “But if the federal gov- the other side, the side I took quite frankly, states have signed on, Virginia joined Houston School in Alexandria. ernment was after standardizing it nation- which is to have consistent measurable sta- Alaska, Nebraska and Texas in choosing not “I don’t have enormous amount of respect ally I would support it.” tistics.” Edmond Seizes GOP Nomination for Congress

chairman of the Re- maries have only been held only four times. Former Marine publican Party of Vir- Republican Nominating “In this case, when the decision was made ginia, in a written to hold a convention over a primary there officer to take on statement. “Virgin- Convention had only been one person who expressed ❖ Micah Edmunds: 51 percent ians in the 8th Con- ❖ Dennis Bartow: 43 percent an interest in running,” said Marston, add- winner of Democratic gressional District ❖ Paul Haring: 6 percent ing that the lone candidate at that time was have suffered long Edmond. “And we thought the chance to primary. enough with embar- have the nomination completed earlier Micah Edmond rassing Democratic fiscal crisis, both efforts failed because would be an advantage.” By Michael Lee Pope leadership in the members of Congress chose to represent the Campaign finance records show he raised The Gazette form of Congressman Jim Moran, and the status quo rather than the interests of their a little more than $44,000 in the first quar- raft of far-left liberals running for their constituents,” he said in a written statement ter of this year, well behind most of the 10 ven before longtime U.S. Rep. Jim nomination offers little hope for change.” announcing his campaign. “Congress’ con- candidates seeking the Democratic nomi- EMoran (D-8) announced that he Edmond served as a defense legislative tinued lack of action forces us to navigate nation. The district includes Arlington, Al- would be retiring earlier this year, assistant for two subcommittee ranking from fiscal crisis to fiscal crisis without a exandria, Falls Church and parts of Fairfax former Marine officer Micah Edmond was members of the House Armed Services Com- long-term comprehensive budget plan and County — a solidly Democratic area where planning to run for Congress — talking to mittee, Rep. Mike Turner (R-Ohio) and Rep. it is undermining our economic growth and President Obama won with 68 percent of party leaders and beginning to line up sup- Joe Wilson (R-S.C.). Before that, he was a national security.” the vote in 2012. That means most of the port. After Moran’s unexpected decision, speechwriter for the Marine Corps service attention in this race will focus on the June though, the race became more competitive. chief and aide-de-camp for two senior gen- ALTHOUGH DEMOCRATS are selecting 10 Democratic primary. The winner who Congressional staffer Dennis Bartow en- eral officers. More recently, he served as a their candidate in an open primary that’s emerges from that race, which features 10 tered the race, as did former Texas legisla- national security advisor for the Joint Se- available to all voters, Republicans selected candidates, will be viewed by many as the tor Paul Haring. But when Republicans as- lect Committee on Deficit Reduction in 2011 to choose their candidate in a convention odds-on favorite to win. sembled for their nominating convention and the Simpson-Bowles Commission in of party insiders. Alexandria Republican “The Democratic primary is tantamount last weekend, Edmond was able to secure 2010. City Committee Chairman Chris Marston to winning this election,” said Stephen a victory. “Although I worked tirelessly for two years says the use of conventions to select candi- Farnsworth, professor at the University of “Micah Edmond is a breath of fresh air to help generate the tough choices neces- dates is nothing new, adding that the party Mary Washington. “So that’s why we are inside the beltway, and he’s going to make sary to produce a comprehensive long-term uses primaries about half the time. In the seeing so much attention to the Democratic a fantastic congressman,” said Pat Mullins, budget plan that would solve our current last nine congressional cycles, he said, pri- primary right now.” www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ May 1-7, 2014 ❖ 3 News

Photos by Janelle Germanos/The Connection Sean O’Connell, president of the Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Com- merce, talks about the history of the chamber and how the area has changed at the group’s 60th anniversary celebration. Chamber Celebrates 60 Years Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber reflects on history and looks forward to future area revitalization.

By Janelle Germanos The Gazette

f all that was discussed at the Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber Lee District Supervisor Jeffrey Oof Commerce’s 60th anniver- McKay talked about Route 1, sary celebration, Michael construction updates, land use and Gailliot’s announcement that the planned the Fairfax County budget at the Wegman’s at the corner of Beulah and Tele- Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of graph Roads at the Hilltop Village received Commerce’s 60th anniversary their building permit on April 24 was among celebration. the most exciting for those in attendance. A wave of applause and cheers swept Highway from the Huntington metro to the through the audience after this was an- Occoquan River. Curbside bus rapid transit nounced, and was met with equal excite- service, bus rapid transit service in the me- ment as Lee District Supervisor Jeffrey dian, light rail transit, and Metrorail/bus McKay said that even though it may look rapid transit hybrid are being considered, like it still has a long way to go, the Spring- and a recommendation will be made this field Town Center could open as early as summer. October 2014. McKay said at the 60th anniversary cel- “When it reopens I think you’ll be really ebration that while metro rail may be in the proud of Springfield Mall again. It will be long term goals for Route 1, a solution is state of the art and first class, and it’s what needed now. A middle cross-section such we deserve,” McKay said. as the one that is being constructed in the At the celebration, the chamber reflected widening of Route 1 in Fort Belvoir should on its 60 years in operation and looked for- be replicated all the way up to the City of ward to revitalization and future projects Alexandria, McKay said. coming to the Mount Vernon-Lee districts. “I for one am not willing to look at some- One of these major projects is the Route thing that is 40, 50 or 60 years away, and 1 Multimodal Transportation Alternatives in the meantime destroy the Route 1 corri Analysis, which will determine the best option for transportation along Richmond See Chamber, Page 8 4 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ May 1-7, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Rex Reiley From right: Colonel Greg Gadson, state RE/MAX Allegiance Sen. Toddy Puller, U.S. Rep. 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Queenie Cox, Sarah Valencia and Carol Coyle pose at the 26th Annual MVCCA Gala. Valencia, a student at Mount Vernon High School, is one of the recipients of the 2014 Mount Vernon District Student of the Year award.

Photos by Janelle Germanos/The Gazette Germanos/The by Janelle Photos MVCCA Awards Honorees From Page 1

Leonard, a Mount Vernon resident with more than 20 years of experience in revitalization projects, joined the strategic planning committee and helped to transform MVCCA from an organization of ‘no we won’t’ to ‘yes we will,’ Pohorylo said. “We needed a guiding force and a neu- tral party to advise and educate us, some- one who understood economic development characteristics and land use,” Pohorylo said. Leonard, whose company Streetsense is Shea Ruffin, a student at West based in Maryland, said he looks forward Potomac High School, received the to spending another 20 years in the area. 2014 Mount Vernon District Stu- “It’s just an incredible area and I’m so dent of the Year award. proud to be part of this community,” he said. At the gala, the Mount Vernon District president, accepted the award on their be- Students of the Year were also recognized. half. Sarah Valencia, a student at Mount Vernon “It is such a pleasure to accept this on High School, received the award for her behalf of the chapter,” Barnwell said. volunteer work at her elementary school Barnwell was also the 2003 Mount Vernon library. She has volunteered more than 100 District Citizen of the Year. hours at a local child care center and will “Barney is a very unique individual,” said be the first person in her family to go to a Queenie Cox, co-chair of the MVCCA gala. four-year university. Carol Coyle was also recognized for her years of service to the MVCCA. SHEA RUFFIN, the other recipient of the Douglas Bradburn, the founding director Student of the Year award, is a student at of the Fred. W. Smith National Library for West Potomac High School. She prepares the Study of George Washington, also spoke and serves meals at Aldersgate United Meth- at the gala and encouraged residents to visit odist Church, and is a Girl Scout. the library. The library, Bradburn said, was “She likes food and she likes serving recently certified LEED gold. meals, but what impressed me the most was Del. Scott Surovell (D-44) provided a leg- she got her Girl Scout troop to improve the islative recap of this year’s events in the walkway at Darsey Field, where the Little General Assembly at the gala. Surovell also League teams play. discussed the Route 1 Multimodal Transpor- They removed and renovated an outdated tation Alternatives Analysis, which will walkway to build a new wheelchair acces- make recommendations for transportation sible passage. I think that’s pretty neat,” said options this summer. Carol Coyle, co-chair of the MVCCA gala “Personally, I don’t think there’s any ques- committee. tion that the hybrid option is the best op- Ruffin said it has been a pleasure living tion. To me, it’s just a total deal-breaker if in the Mount Vernon district. we come out of this without a metro exten- “I’m thankful for all of the opportunities sion of some kind,” Surovell said. I’ve had and being able to give back as well,” Surovell said that he considers buses, one Ruffin said. of the other options, to be second-class com- The 2014 Mount Vernon District Organi- pared to what the rest of the county gets. zation of the Year is the Psi Alpha Alpha “What we need on Route 1 in is an in- Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. vestment that will transform the area and Barney Barnwell, the chapter emeritus make it a cool place to live,” Surovell said. 6 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ May 1-7, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ May 1-7, 2014 ❖ 7 News Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber Celebrates 60 Years From Page 4 dor,” McKay said. “We need to be really careful here as we approach this and looking at it in a phased perspective.” Another important project is the construction occurring at the intersection of King’s Highway and Telegraph Road. The combi- nation of the completion of this project and Mulligan Road, which McKay said has been a frustrating project, will improve traffic in the area. “When it is done, it will be a massive improvement to traffic flow on Telegraph Road,” McKay said. New apartments in one intersection in the Penn Daw area will also allow for road improvement projects in the area where King’s Highway meets Route 1. Later this month, a plan will be presented for fixing the traffic in that area, which is fully funded by developer proffers and county money. “We’ve been waiting for decades to fix that intersection and without these three Photo by Janelle Germanos/The Connection cases coming through, we wouldn’t be able New officers and board members are installed into the Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce at their 60th to do it,” McKay said. “I think it’s going to anniversary celebration. change the whole feel of the Penn Daw area.” cal spectrum, nobody liked you,” McKay including the Beacon Hill airport, as well the path to a stronger community,” As for the Fairfax County FY 2015 bud- said. as a glimpse into the past with the Beatles, O’Connell said. get, McKay said he isn’t happy with it, but Chamber president Sean O’Connell took the Ford Mustang, and the Watergate Scan- Gailliot, former chairman of the Mount thinks it’s the best decision for the masses. attendees back in time with a presentation dal. Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce, swore “The downside of the budget this year was of how life has changed since 1954. This “The future will hold even more oppor- in new board members and officers at the that if you were in the middle of the politi- included a look at old photos from the area, tunities for service as we link arms and walk celebration.

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www.MountVernonGazette.com Trending in the Right Direction @MtVernonGazette An independent, locally owned weekly newspaper delivered to homes and businesses. Commitment to ending Published by Local Media Connection LLC homelessness shows 1606 King Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314 progress, but more Free digital edition delivered to your email box. Go to affordable housing is connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe needed. NEWS DEPARTMENT: To discuss ideas and concerns, Call: 703-778-9410 n one night in late January, local e-mail: jurisdictions in our area fanned [email protected] out to count the number of O Steven Mauren people who were literally home- Editor, 703-778-9415 less. Fairfax County released its numbers last [email protected] week; Arlington and Alexandria will do so in Michael Lee Pope the near future. Reporter, 703-615-0960 [email protected] In Fairfax County, the commitment in 2010 @MichaelLeePope to end homelessness in 10 years has resulted in significant progress, even in the wake of the Jeanne Theismann 703-778-9436 great recession. The number of people liter- [email protected] ally homeless decreased by a third from 2008 Point-in-time data on the number of people literally homeless 2008-2014. @TheismannMedia to 2014, from 1,835 to 1,225 Jon Roetman counted this year. Sports Editor, 703-224-3015 Editorial After being homeless for five years, [email protected] Many non-profit organiza- Sandara Perry, left, recently moved @jonroetman tions have partnered to prevent into permanent housing with ongoing homelessness one family or individual at a time support provided by FACETS. Perry ADVERTISING: for those on the brink and to house chroni- grew up on Route 1 in Mount Vernon, For advertising information cally homeless individuals. There is so much e-mail: and was placed in foster care while [email protected] still to be done. her mother struggled with addiction.

On the night of Jan. 29, 2014 there were Without support to make the transi- Photo by Julie Ferrill 1,225 people who were literally homeless in Display Advertising, 703-778-9446 tion from foster care, Perry struggled [email protected] the Fairfax-Falls Church community, a 9 per- with alcohol and abusive relation- cent reduction from January 2013, or 125 Helen Walutes ships. She shared her story at the Mary Kimm Display Advertising, 703-224-3028 fewer people. FACETS annual breakfast last Thurs- [email protected] The 2014 point-in-time count of people ex- day, April 24, and she is pictured here periencing homelessness includes people who Andrea Smith with FACETS Executive Director Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 are described as “literally homeless,” those who Amanda Andere. [email protected] are in shelters, in time-limited transitional Debbie Funk housing programs, or unsheltered and living homeless people in our community. There were cannot be economically vibrant if there is no National Sales on the street at one “point in time.” It does not an estimated 150 such individuals, living in place affordable to rent even for households 703-778-9444 count the individual who might be homeless the woods and in cars and on the street, in the who make $50,000, never mind the households [email protected] but is sleeping on a friend’s sofa or the family county, and a year later, FACETS and others that get by on less than half of that. squeezed into an uncle’s “spare” bedroom af- met this year’s milestone of bringing 50 such Two full-time $10 an hour positions yield Publisher Jerry Vernon ter being evicted from their own apartment. individuals into housing. These are people who $40,000 a year. Last year, a family needed an [email protected] Two sentences from the county report are need a continuum of services get on their feet. annual income of $56,472 to afford to pay Editor & Publisher worth repeating, even if they are obvious: Despite the good news on the steady decline, the $1,412 per month rent on the “fair market Mary Kimm “The results would be even more substan- the past few months have been marked by rate” for a two-bedroom apartment in Fairfax 703-778-9433 tial if additional housing options were avail- push-back from some residents about allow- County. Rents have continued to rise. [email protected] @MaryKimm able. The reduction in homelessness will not ing more affordable housing in the form of ef- Many working families living in Fairfax continue at the same pace in the future with- ficiency apartments and by several members County struggle financially, balancing choices Editor in Chief Steven Mauren out significant increases in the availability of of the Board of Supervisors expressing lack of every month between rent, transportation, Photography: affordable housing.” A year ago, the coalition support for even the concept of providing more food, medical costs and other expenses that Deb Cobb, Craig Sterbutzel of partners committed to ending homelessness affordable housing. are not optional. Art/Design: Laurence Foong, John Heinly embarked on the local piece of a nationwide This misguided attitude on the part of some — Mary Kimm, Production Manager: effort to provide housing for the chronically county leaders ignores the fact that this region [email protected] Geovani Flores

Letters to the Editor CIRCULATION: 703-778-9426 Circulation Manager: Ann Oliver this section of the highway. The motion was ments should be directed to their respective [email protected] Renaming unanimously approved. state delegates and senators. While I have my own opinion about whether A Connection Newspaper Richmond Highway? this honor should be bestowed on the congress- H. Jay Spiegel To the Editor: man, my purpose in writing isn’t to share that Mount Vernon This week at the County Board of Supervi- opinion. Rather, my purpose is merely to make sors meeting, Supervisor Hyland made a mo- sure the general public is aware of this pro- tion to re-name Richmond Highway (Route 1) posal so citizens can effectively weigh in con- Benefits of between Telegraph Road and Mount Vernon cerning whether they think the highway should Highway in honor of retiring U.S. Rep. Jim be re-named and, if so, renamed Congressman Medicaid Expansion Moran. Apparently this honor was proposed James Moran Highway. To the Editor: because Congressman Moran had succeeded I understand the proposal must be approved Frank Medico’s letter (April 24) is both short in obtaining a $180 Million earmark to widen by the Virginia Legislature and so citizen com- See Letters, Page 20 10 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ May 1-7, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com In March 2014, 114 homes sold between $18,600,000-$110,000 Home Sales in the Mount Vernon area. This week’s list represents those homes sold in the $18,600,000-450,000 range. For the complete list, visit www.ConnectionNewspapers.com

Address ...... BR FB HB ...... Postal City ...... Sold Price ...... Type ...... Lot AC .... PostalCode 7979 BOULEVARD DR E ...... 6 ... 6 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $18,600,000 ...... Detached ...... 16.50 ...... 22308 8701 STANDISH RD ...... 6 ... 6 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $1,240,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.60 ...... 22308 1002 EMERALD DR ...... 5 ... 4 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $1,180,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.36 ...... 22308 9412 OLD MOUNT VERNON RD ...... 5 ... 4 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $1,125,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.34 ...... 22309 909 DANTON LN ...... 6 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $830,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.34 ...... 22308 9428 MOUNT VERNON CIR ...... 4 ... 2 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $825,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.55 ...... 22309 9336 BOOTHE ST ...... 4 ... 2 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $825,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.28 ...... 22309 2112 RAMPART DR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $795,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.24 ...... 22308 1115 ALDEN RD ...... 5 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $765,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.29 ...... 22308 8888 MCNAIR DR ...... 5 ... 3 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $749,500 ...... Detached ...... 0.46 ...... 22309 7420 PARK TERRACE DR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $735,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.37 ...... 22307 1100 PRISCILLA LN ...... 5 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $730,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.31 ...... 22308 2626 CHILDS LN ...... 4 ... 2 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $712,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.26 ...... 22308 8038 HOLLAND RD ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $705,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.68 ...... 22306 6420 BOULEVARD VW ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $700,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.30 ...... 22307 1944 MARTHAS RD ...... 4 ... 2 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $699,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.36 ...... 22307 823 EMPRESS CT ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $680,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.27 ...... 22308 3013 CUNNINGHAM DR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $661,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.53 ...... 22309 2417 RYEGATE LN ...... 4 ... 2 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $660,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.33 ...... 22308 8733 FORT HUNT RD ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $629,900 ...... Detached ...... 0.46 ...... 22308 1707 HACKAMORE LN ...... 3 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $629,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.24 ...... 22308 8809 TERESA ANN CT ...... 5 ... 2 ... 2 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $625,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.26 ...... 22308 2411 POPKINS LN ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $615,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.34 ...... 22306 8310 CHERRY VALLEY LN ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $609,900 ...... Detached ...... 0.24 ...... 22309 7587 LINDBERG DR ...... 5 ... 3 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $599,999 ...... Detached ...... 0.11 ...... 22306 8317 LILAC LN ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $599,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.29 ...... 22308 3806 ELMWOOD TOWNE WAY ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $585,000 ...... Townhouse ...... 0.07 ...... 22303 8211 RIVERSIDE RD ...... 3 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $575,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.73 ...... 22308 3707 MARYLAND ST ...... 4 ... 2 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $558,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.24 ...... 22309 6717 WILLIAMS DR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $550,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.17 ...... 22307 8327 STOCKADE DR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $540,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.24 ...... 22308 5903 MOUNT EAGLE DR #708 ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $535,000 ...... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... 22303 8828 CAMFIELD CT ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $535,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.32 ...... 22308 1501 ALEXANDRIA AVE ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $530,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.30 ...... 22308 4821 STILLWELL AVE ...... 4 ... 2 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $530,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.50 ...... 22309 8007 LYNNFIELD DR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $529,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.27 ...... 22306 2202 POPKINS LN ...... 4 ... 2 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $525,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.54 ...... 22307 2414 CHILDS LN ...... 3 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $521,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.29 ...... 22308 2404 ROSS ST ...... 4 ... 2 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $500,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.38 ...... 22306 6919 DUKE DR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $499,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.17 ...... 22307 3210 COLLARD ST ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $495,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.22 ...... 22306 4502 FLINTSTONE RD ...... 4 ... 2 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $479,500 ...... Detached ...... 0.19 ...... 22306 7646 AUDUBON MEADOW WAY ...... 3 ... 3 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $463,333 ...... Townhouse ...... 0.05 ...... 22306 5904 MOUNT EAGLE DR #918 ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $460,000 ...... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... 22303 3447 LITTLE HUNTING CREEK DR ...... 5 ... 3 ... 1 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $458,900 ...... Detached ...... 0.49 ...... 22309 6716 STONEYBROOKE LN ...... 3 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $457,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.26 ...... 22306 1904 COLLINGWOOD RD ...... 5 ... 3 ... 0 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $455,000 ...... Detached ...... 0.33 ...... 22308 7617 GREY GOOSE WAY ...... 3 ... 2 ... 2 ...... ALEXANDRIA ...... $450,000 ...... Townhouse ...... 0.04 ...... 22306 Copyright 2014 RealEstate Business Intelligence. Source: MRIS as of April 15, 2014.

May is Better Speech and Hearing Month! Massa and Associates is celebrating healthy hearing with... • Interactive demonstrations of the latest technology in hearing devices • Free Adult Hearing Screenings • Special Offers on Hearing Devices Where: Inova Healthplex 6355 Walker Lane (lobby), Alexandria, VA 22310 When: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. each Wednesday in May (May 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th) Two convenient ways to have your free screening: Stop by on Wednesdays in May or call for an appointment 703-922-4262. www.lostdogandcatrescue.org Adopt/Donate/Volunteer www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ May 1-7, 2014 ❖ 11 12 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ May 1-7, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ May 1-7, 2014 ❖ 13 Entertainment ‘Blues for an Alabama Sky’ at Port City

despite the progress we’ve made, “Doc,” who he describes as a giv- Port City Playhouse there is still a lot more work to be ing man who cares very much done,” added Tapscott. about the people in his commu- stages 1930s drama Producer Sydney-Chanele nity. “Unfortunately for him, the Dawkins said she first saw the play close connection with the commu- set during the Harlem three years ago in the African Con- nity also exposes his soul to the tinuum Theatre’s production di- tough realities of life in 1930s Renaissance. rected by Walter Dallas, and she Harlem.” still gets goose bumps when she He said, “I would like for people By Steve Hibbard thinks about it. to see that our lives are an oppor- The Gazette “‘Blues for an Alabama Sky’ is a tunity to experience great and beautiful, meaningful play bring- wonderful things… We all may ort City Playhouse is staging its fi- ing to life vibrant characters, and not get to Paris, but at least we Pnal production of the 2013-14 sea- as Pearl Cleage says, it ‘speaks the can help a fellow man and let the son, “Blues for an Alabama Sky,” by truth to the people,’” said Dawkins. good times roll in the process.” playwright Pearl Cleage, May 2-17. “You can’t have a heartbeat and Actor Christine Wells plays the The show is a bittersweet story of five not be affected by the power and character of Delia Patterson, a so- friends at the end of the Harlem Renais- mission of Pearl Cleage’s writing,” cial worker at a family planning sance and the onset of the Great Depres- added Dawkins. “That’s why I am clinic. “Delia is all too aware of sion. Directed by Eleanore Tapscott, the play psyched to share this wonderful the sacrifices and consequences is Port City’s fourth ‘Salute to the American storytelling with the citizens of Al- that women made and endured Voice’ production. Numerous social topics exandria and our extended theater- during that time, especially when envelop the play, such as raging unemploy- loving community.” facing pregnancy, whether ment, homelessness, the fight for reproduc- Actor Mack Leamon plays Leland planned or unplanned,” she said. tive rights, homophobia and brutal gay Cunningham, a transplant to “As a result, she becomes an ar-

Photo by Michael deBlois bashing. “The playwright may have writ- Harlem from the South who’s seen dent activist for family planning ten ‘Blues for an Alabama Sky’ in 1995 and some tragedy and isn’t quite healed and for women’s right to the use set it in 1930,” said Tapscott. “But its um- — but with clear definitions of of contraceptives.” brella themes of cultural intolerance and right and wrong. Leamon said do- Wells added, “One main chal- desperate times/desperate measures are ing a period piece presents unique lenge I have had during this play quite relevant in 2014.” challenges with its customs, style, is identifying and defining Delia’s A central theme of the play is self-aware- culture, and even technology of the character, and being able to illus- ness — what a person thinks they are and time period, which all impact be- trate that onstage and in rehears- how they are perceived by others, and how havior. “It is a difficult task for the als.” others actually perceive them, said Tapscott. actor to identify those differences, Malcolm Lee (Guy) and Lolita-Marie (Angel) Actor Lolita Clayton plays An- “I wanted the audience to understand the recognize how they would affect star in “Blues for an Alabama Sky” at the gel, the entertainer embroiled so- importance of self-awareness and truth. behavior and incorporate them into Port City Playhouse. cially in the Harlem Renaissance Self-awareness leads to understanding and your behavior in a true and honest movement. “Truly though, her allows us to make informed, conscious way,” he said. the characters in the play.” profession, love-life, and her relationships choices.” “As people, we tend to judge things and Guy Jacobs, played by Malcolm Lee, is an are all consciously or unconsciously fostered Tapscott said she view things through energetic fashion designer who dreams of by the slowly aging diva with her survival loves the Harlem the prism of our own being one of Josephine Baker’s costume as the ultimate goal.” Renaissance time Details lives and experi- makers in Paris. “Guy is flamboyant, but he’s Clayton also said, “I hope that audiences frame and the out- As its 36th season comes to a close, Port City has ences,” he said. “And also passionate and determined about his will leave with a reminder that a life driven announced its 2014-15 productions. The season pouring of African- will begin with “Black Hole” by Jean Koppen, Port that usually makes work and his friends,” he said. “So I want by fear is no life at all. Each of us has a American creativity City’s first “Playwright Incubator Project” produc- us view things as to make sure it’s portrayed exquisitely on responsibility to dream extraordinary it unleashed — at a tion, in which the company works with a local very black and stage.” dreams for ourselves,” she said. time when playwright to provide a creatively stimulating en- white.” Lee added, “I want the audience to take vironment to develop original theatrical works. The Josephine Baker season will continue with “In the Next Room” by He added, “In re- away the bond that these characters have, “Blues for an Alabama Sky” runs Friday- was viewed not as Sarah Ruhl, “Shining City” by Conor McPherson, ality, there are many as well as the struggles that they were deal- Saturday, May 2-3, 9-10 and 16-17, and a black artist but as and “Stick Fly” by Lydia R. Diamond. different shades of ing with during the Harlem Renaissance. Tuesday, May 13, at 8 p.m., with Saturday an artist in France. gray. If I put myself The characters are all from different av- matinees on May 10 and 17 at 2 p.m. Port “I think telling the story of this group of in the shoes of another person, I can un- enues of life, but they all find a way of han- City performs at 1819 N. Quaker Lane. $18 five people and the racial and society derstand how they are who they are. I hope dling their dilemmas together.” for adults, $16 for seniors, students and mili- struggles they experience illustrates that audiences can appreciate this idea in all of Actor DeJeanette Horn plays Sam, a.k.a. tary. Visit www.portcityplayhouse.org. Calendar Email announcements to gazette@ Washington D.C.’s upper class Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday, Art Exhibit. May 2-June 8 at the 548-0035 or visit www.nvfaa.org. connectionnewspapers.com. Include date, African Americans during the Harlem noon-6 p.m. Sunday. Art on the Schlesinger Center Margaret W. & Film Screenings. Duncan Cinema time, location, description and contact for Renaissance and jazz age. Younger Rocks cocktail reception Wednesday, Joseph L. Fisher Gallery, 3001 N. Club begins monthly series, “Films of event: phone, email and/or website. Pho- readers are invited to read the April 30, 7-10 p.m., $35. Visit Beauregard St. Meditations on the the Pre Code Era,” May 7, 6:30 p.m. tos and artwork welcome. Deadline is picture book, “Harlem’s Little www.theartleague.org or call 703- Boundless, an exhibit of acrylic Films will be shown the first Thursday at noon, at least two weeks be- Blackbird,” by Renée Watson or the 683-1780. paintings on yupo paper by Arlington Wednesday of the month at Duncan fore event. chapter book, “Bud, Not Buddy,” by Art Exhibit. “Printed Painted Potted,” artist Kimberly DiNatale. Opening Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Christopher Paul Curtis. More than Avis Fleming’s one-artist show of reception Saturday, May 3, 4-6 p.m. Ave. Post-screening discussions at St. 50 related activities are planned etchings, lithographs, monotypes, Gallery hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Elmo’s Coffee Pub, 2300 Mount ONGOING through May; for full list of programs paintings and ceramics features Monday-Friday. Visit www.nvcc.edu/ Vernon Ave. at 9 p.m. Call 703-746- All Alexandria Reads. Spring events visit www.alexandria.lib.va.us. landscapes of Ireland, Maine and schlesingercenter/gallery.html. 1705 for film. mark Alexandria’s annual one book, Pop Art Exhibit. Works by Art League Louisiana and birds, people and dogs. Art Exhibit. See “LOULOUDI Flower/ Art Exhibit. Courtney S. Hengerer’s one community campaign. Adults are members celebrating the pop May 1-June 30 at Printmakers Inc., To Flower” at The Athenaeum, 201 acrylic paintings on wood panels are invited to ready the recently movement with a modern twist. Studio #325 in Alexandria’s Torpedo Prince St. The exhibit explores the on display for the exhibit republished “When Washington Was Through May 5 at the Art League, Factory Art Center, 105 N. Union St. natural process of flowering and its “Playground” May 8-June 2 in Studio in Vogue,” a once-lost novel by Studio 21 in the Torpedo Factory Art Open daily 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Opening metaphorical context through object 21 of the Torpedo Factory Art Center, Edward Christopher Williams which Center, 105 North Union St. Gallery reception Sunday, May 4, 2-4 p.m. making and installation. Free. The 105 North Union St. Opening depicts the vibrant social life of hours 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday- Call 703-683-1342. exhibit runs through May 4. Call 703- reception to meet the artist Thursday, 14 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ May 1-7, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Entertainment

May 8, 6:30-8 p.m. Visit meets the first Sunday of every request, receive for free Alexandria’s history and life in historic www.theartleague.org or call 703- month. 8:30-11 a.m. “Key to the City” pass, which grants CAMPS, CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Alexandria. Cost is $105, which 683-1780. Songwriter’s Showcase. Every access into nine historic sites and Pre-School Studio. 9:30-11:30 a.m. at includes snacks and souvenirs. Art Exhibit. “Words and Letters” May Tuesday at 8 p.m. at The Old Town museums in Alexandria - a $26 Art at the Center, 2804 Sherwood Advance registration is required. Call 8-June 22 in the Athenaeum gallery, Theater, 815 1/2 King St. Features a added value. Learn more at Hall Lane. June 9-19, Mondays- 703-746-4994 or visit 201 Prince St. This multimedia show different Songwriter’s Association of PresPassport.Monticello.org. Thursdays children ages 4-6 attend www.alexandriahistory.org. from regional artists uses text as a Washington artist each week. Visit Art Exhibit. See “Sit Down and Take a for explorations of clay, collage, Youth Summer Classes. Beginning component of visual art. Opening www.theoldtowntheater.com for Stand: Samuel W. Tucker and the drawing and painting as well as Monday, July 7, Metropolitan School reception Sunday, May 11, 4-6 p.m. tickets. 1939 Alexandria Library Sit-In” at the creativity, problem solving, of the Arts offers pre-professional Visit www.nvfaa.org. George Washington’s Mount Alexandria Black History Museum, collaboration and fun. Call 703-201- summer dance, music theater and Art Exhibit. “Sound of Butterfly,” a Vernon has joined Thomas 902 Wythe St. The exhibit focuses on 1250 or visit acting camps, as well as a wide solo exhibition of new work by Jefferson’s Monticello and James the life of famed civil rights attorney www.artatthecenter.org. variety of youth summer camps Soomin Ham, a photographer and Madison’s Montpelier to expand the Samuel Wilber Tucker, and highlights History Camp. The Lyceum, where students can explore and learn multimedia artist. Through May 11 at “Presidents Passport,” Virginia’s the role of Robert Strange, who was Alexandria’s History Museum, is now many facets of the performing and Multiple Exposures Gallery, Studio premier presidential trail. As an a runner between the library and registering for a camp for children visual arts. Visit, 312, Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 added bonus to this year’s program, Tucker’s office, keeping Tucker ages 5-7. The camp runs Tuesday, www.metropolitanarts.org. N. Union St. Gallery hours are 10 visitors to the Alexandria Visitors abreast of developments. The exhibit July 29-Thursday, July 31, 9 a.m.- Martial Arts Camps. Potomac Kempo a.m.-6 p.m. except Thursdays, 1-9 Center at 221 King St. showing or runs through August. Free. 703-746- noon at the Lyceum, 201 S. teaches Shaolin Kempo, a blend of p.m. Call 703-838-4565 or visit purchasing a ticket to any of the 4356. Washington St. Clio’s Kids Mini- Japanese Karate and Chinese Kung www.torpedofactory.org. three presidential estates will, upon Camp engages children in American Fu. Potomac Kempo’s locations will Art Exhibit. See “Spirit of Place: Dyke Marsh,” an exhibition of photography by Anthony Peritore and sculptural works by Megan Peritore through May 18 in the Crossroads Gallery, located in Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads, 3440 S. Jefferson St., Falls Church. Free. Theatre One-Man Shows. Through May 25, two shows will be performed in repertory at MetroStage, 1201 N. Royal St. The Thousandth Night by Carol Wolf and starring Marcus Kyd, and Underneath the Lintel by Glen Berger starring Paul Morella will be performed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 3 or 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., Sundays at 3 and 7 p.m. Tickets $50 (students $25) at 800-494-8497 or www.boxofficetickets.com. Visit www.metrostage.org for more. Attics and Alleys Tour. Tickets are now on sale for the Attics and Alleys tour, a three-hour walking tour featuring rarely seen spaces of four sites — the Lee-Fendall House, Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum and Carlyle House. Tours will be offered Saturdays in May, 9 a.m.-noon. $35/peron. Reservations required. Visit shop.alexandriava.gov or 703-746-4242. Spy Program at Mount Vernon. 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through June 1. Learn about spying during the Revolutionary War, including concealment codes, invisible ink and double agents. Self-guided programs with map provided. Free with admission. Visit www.mountvernon.org/spy. Photography Exhibit. “Threesomes,” photography by Maureen Minehan in sets of three standalone images. On display in the Multiple Exposures Gallery at the Torpedo Factory, 105 North Union St., Alexandria, May 13- June 22. Open daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m. except Thursday, 2-8 p.m. Opening reception Sunday, June 1, 2-4 p.m. Historical Exhibit. Through August at the Alexandria Black History Museum, 902 Wythe St. “Sit Down and Take a Stand” commemorates the 1939 library sit-in of five African American men and its mastermind, Samuel Tucker. One of the earliest occasions of individuals using the sit- in as an act of civil disobedience in the modern civil rights movement. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 703-746-4356. Doggy Happy Hours. 5-8 p.m. at Jackson 20 and Hotel Monaco Alexandria, 480 King St. Thursdays during the summer. Free, drinks sold separately. Treats and water for dogs, with pet boutique and service vendors. Portions of proceeds benefit People. Animals. Love. Visit www.Monaco-Alexandria.com/ alexandria-hotel/doggy-happy- hour.html. Alexandria Cars & Coffee invites car enthusiasts to meet for coffee at Hollin Hall Shopping Center in front of Roseina’s, 1307 Shenandoah Road. Classic cars, hot rods, exotic cars, motorcycles and more meet to share car stories and drink coffee. 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host a camp “virtual tour” of China July 14-18 at the new Huntington location, 5914 N. Kings Hwy.; and Japan, July 21-25 at the Foxchase Book Signing location, 4617 Duke St. For children “Mount Vernon Revisited,” part of Arcadia age 5-12. Campers will learn about Publishing’s popular Images of America series art, cuisine, history and language. by local authors Jessie Biele and Michael K. Morning and afternoon sessions or Bohn, boasts more than 200 images show- “Me and My Mom” all-day option. Visit casing the history of Mount Vernon. The www.potomackempo.com/summer- modern history of the site is highlighted o honor Mom on Mother’s Day, send us your favorite snapshots of you with your T camp or call 703-206-8064. Mom and The Mount Vernon Gazette will publish them in our Mother’s Day issue. Be as well, showing how the development sure to include some information about what’s going on in the photo, plus your name Metro Club After-School Program. of Route 1 and the George Washing- and phone number and town of residence. To e-mail digital photos, send to: Through June, the Metropolitan ton Memorial Parkway in the 20th School of Arts presents an after- [email protected] century contributed to today’s eco- school program for grades 1-6. The nomic development and growth in Or to mail photo prints, send to: program is located at both the Lorton The Mount Vernon Gazette, “Me and My Mom Photo Gallery,” the Mount Vernon area. Meet the studio at Workhouse Arts Center, authors for a booksigning Saturday, 1606 King St., Alexandria, VA 22314 9517 Workhouse Way and in May 10, 11a.m.-1 p.m. at Costco, 7940 Rich- Photo prints will be returned to you if you include a stamped, self-addressed envelope, Alexandria at 5775 Barclay Drive. but please don’t send us anything irreplaceable. Programs will focus on the arts, mond Hwy. “Mount Vernon Revisited” is also including music, dance, theatre, yoga available at area bookstores, independent retailers, and and academics, as well as designated online retailers, or through Arcadia Publishing at 888-313- homework time. The program will 2665 or at www.arcadiapublishing.com. run Mondays, 1-6 p.m., and Tuesday- Friday, 3-6 p.m. Tuition runs from $130-150. Call 703-339-0444 or visit adults free. Visit www.tauxemont.org House & Garden Tour. Noon-6 p.m. www.metropolitanarts.org. or email [email protected]. at Hollin Meadows Elementary Life Drawing. Del Ray Artisans offers a Art Reception. 6:30-9 p.m. at B&B School on 2310 Nordok Place. Bi- range of open life drawing sessions Gallery, 215 King St. Artist Serenety annual House & Garden self-guided for anyone to develop life-drawing Hanley will exhibit a series of black walking tour of mid-century modern skills further. Just drop-in for the and white oil on canvas pieces. Free, architecture and landscape. Ten session and bring your supplies to contact [email protected]. Charles Goodman-designed draw or paint our live models. Fee Middle School Play. 7 p.m. at the properties and three gardens will be ranges from $8-$12. All skill levels George Washington Middle School opened to hundreds of modern are welcome. Del Ray Artisans is Auditorium, 1005 Mount Vernon architecture enthusiasts. A lecture located at 2704 Mount Vernon Ave. Ave. Adaptation of Charlotte Bronte’s will take place prior to the tours in Visit www.TheDelRayArtisans.org. “Jane Eyre.” Tickets $5, cash and the school cafeteria at 11 a.m. $25 in Photography Workshop. 10:30 a.m.- check only. Concessions available. advance, $30 day of. Visit noon at Multiple Exposures Gallery Call 703-706-4500. www.hollinhills.net. on 105 N. Union St. Photographers Student Art Exhibit Opening Middle School Play. 1 p.m. and 7 and enthusiasts of all skill levels are Reception. 7-9 p.m. at Del Ray p.m. at the George Washington invited to share work, ideas, and Artisans, 2704 Mount Vernon Ave. Middle School Auditorium, 1005 questions at this free workshop held Twenty T.C. Williams High School Mount Vernon Ave. Adaptation of on the last Sunday of each month, students selected as this year’s Charlotte Bronte’s “Jane Eyre.” except December. No reservations. National Art Honor Society inductees Tickets $5, cash and check only. Call 703-683-2205. exhibit artwork May 2-11. Visit Concessions available. Call 703-706- Theater Camp. Mount Vernon www.TheDelRayArtisans.org. 4500. Community Children’s Theatre will Food History Symposium. 1:30-5 hold sessions starting June 30 to p.m. at the Lyceum, 201 S. Aug. 22. There are two-week sessions FRIDAY-SATURDAY/MAY 2-3 Washington St. Four presentations by with morning, afternoon or all day School Musical. 7:30 p.m. at T.C. local food historians and business sessions, and one-week sessions that Williams, Main Campus, 3330 King people, a post-symposium book go all day. To register, visit St., in the main auditorium. “A signing, and tasting of Shuman’s www.mvcct.org. Chorus Line,” a PG-13 show not famous Jelly Cake. $50, advance Good Shepherd suitable for young children. $5 for registration encouraged. Visit https:/ ACPS students, staff and senior /shop.alexandriava.gov/Events.aspx THURSDAY-FRIDAY/MAY 1-2 Catholic Church citizens; $10 adults. Call 703-824- or call 703-746-4994. Theatre Performance. 5 p.m. at West 6800. Theatre Performance. 2 p.m. and 7 Mass Schedule Potomac High School’s Springbank p.m. at West Potomac High School’s Saturday Evening Weekday Auditorium, 6500 Quander Road. A Springbank Auditorium, 6500 5:00 pm Vigil Mass & Saturday Lot of Medieval Merry Making Set for SATURDAY/MAY 3 Quander Road. A Lot of Medieval 6:30 pm Vigil Mass (en Español) Mornings: 9:00 am Mass, the West Potomac Theatre with Morning Market. 8 a.m.-noon at Merry Making Set for the West Sunday followed by Rosary (on First Monty Python’s “Spamalot.” $10/ Epiphany Weekday School, 5513 Old Potomac Theatre with Monty 7:30 am; 9:00 am (with Sign Friday, Mass followed by students and $12/adults. Visit http:// Eucharistic Adoration) Mill Road. Crafters & home business Python’s “Spamalot.” $10/students Language Interpreter & wphs-spamalot.brownpaper Children’s Liturgy of the Word); Thursday & First Friday owners welcome. Enjoy crafts, yard and $12/adults. Visit http://wphs- 10:30 am; 12:00 Noon; 2:00 pm of the Month: tickets.com. sale finds, and other items. Baked spamalot.brownpapertickets.com. (en Español); 6:30 pm 7:30 pm Mass en Español goods & refreshments. Contact Author Event. 3-6 p.m. at Hunting [email protected]. Creek Club, 2059 Huntington Ave. 8710 Mount Vernon Highway, Alexandria VA, 22309 FRIDAY/MAY 2 Tel: 703-780-4055 Fax: 703-360-5385 www.gs-cc.org Children’s Music. 10:30 a.m. at Old Myra G.C. promotes her novel Preschool Fun Fair. 4:30-7 p.m. at Town Theatre, 815 1/2 King St. “Rough Woman-Not? Angry; Loving as Christ loves, serving as Christ serves 7719 Fort Hunt Road. The “Uno, Dos, Tres con Andrés,” Scorned.” The book takes readers on Tauxemont Cooperative Preschool interactive, bilingual movement-and- a journey in which “women openly Annual Fun Fair has a carnival theme To Advertise Your Faith Community, call Karen at 703-917-6468 music show with Andrés Salguero, express feeling different and with games, crafts, magic shows, full band and guests. Opening act unappreciated.” Myra describes them music and face painting. Food is The Uncle Devin Show. Visit as women, “who are frustrated and available for purchase. 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16 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ May 1-7, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Entertainment La Petite Hairstylists aggressive, and rude.” cost, to benefit scholarships. Art Exhibit Opening Reception. 4-6 Women’s History Guided Tour. Specializing in p.m. at the Schlesinger Center SATURDAY/MAY 3-31 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Ramsay House, Margaret W. & Joseph L. Fisher Historic Attic and Alley Tours. 9 221 King St. Historic Alexandria ❦ Hair Style & Cut ❦ Highlights ~ Foil/Cap Gallery, 3001 N. Beauregard St. a.m.-noon, Lee-Fendall House Director J. Lance Mallamo guides the Meditations on the Boundless, an Museum & Garden, 614 Oronoco St. 2014 Alexandria Women’s History ❦ Perm exhibit of acrylic paintings on yupo or at the Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, Tour, covering several sites in a one- paper by Arlington artist Kimberly 134 N. Royal St. The curious are mile tour highlighting the stories of DiNatale. On display through June 8. invited to visit rarely seen spaces at Alexandria women past and present. $ $ $ Gallery hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. four of Alexandria’s historic sites on Light refreshments provided at the 10 OFF 40 OFF 30 OFF Monday-Friday. Visit www.nvcc.edu/ this special three-hour walking tour end at the Lloyd House, 220 N. schlesingercenter/gallery.html. of Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, the Washington St. Free, but registration All Services Brazilian Keratin Highlights Kentucky Derby Party. 4:30-8 p.m. Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary required. Visit http:// on 1st Visit Treatment on 1st Visit on 1st Visit at Belle Haven Country Club. Junior Museum, Lee-Fendall House Museum alexandriava.gov/historic/enews/ Friends of the Campagna Center & Garden and Carlyle House Historic thisWeek.html. Ask Maya or Sung Hee • Expires 6/30/14 present Bowties & Belles Kentucky Park. $35. Visit Jazz Concert. 2 p.m. at Beatley Derby Party. Watch the Derby and www.AlexandriaVA.gov/ Central Library, 5005 Duke St. Jazz enjoy a raffle, live music, silent GadsbysTavern. music with the Northern Virginia 1703 Belle View Boulevard, Alexandria auction and cocktail reception. $100 Community College Jazz Combo. 703-765-4744 • www.lapetitehairstylists.com tickets to benefit the Campagna Visit www.alexandria.lib.va.us or call Center’s programs. Visit SUNDAY/MAY 4 703-746-1751. www.campagnacenter.org/events/ Women’s Bike Ride. 9:30 a.m. History Book Club. 1 p.m. at the bowties-belles. beginning at Jones Point Park, under Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. Group Country-Western Dance. 6:30-10 the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. Women will discuss “Historic Alexandria: an p.m. at Lincolnia Senior Center, 4710 on a Roll Ride organized by Illustrated History” by Ted Pulliam. North Chambliss St. The Northern Alexandria Spokeswomen. Leisurely Free. Visit http://nvfaa.org. Virginia Country-Western Dance ride will visit cycling shops to remind Gallery Talk. 1:30 p.m. at the PUBLIC NOTICE Association hosts lessons, 6:30-7:30 businesses that female cyclists are a Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. Artists followed by open dancing with DJ. growing market. Riders are exhibiting in LOULOUDI Flower / to Please be advised that a brief fireworks display will take place Couples and singles welcome. encouraged to wear green and must Flower will discuss their work. Free. Admission for NVCWDA members wear helmets. Snacks and Visit http://nvfaa.org. as part of a private event at George Washington’s $10; non-members $12; children refreshments provided at the shops. Art Exhibit Opening Reception. 2-4 Mount Vernon on the following date: under 18 accompanied by a paying Free, registration available at http:// p.m. at Printmakers Inc., Studio adult $5. Smoke-free, alcohol-free. goo.gl/7v8PJ2. #325 in Alexandria’s Torpedo Saturday, May 3, BYO refreshments. Visit Wetlands Awareness Day. Noon-4 Factory Art Center, 105 N. Union St. www.nvcwda.org or call 703-860- p.m. at Huntley Meadows Park, 3701 “Printed Painted Potted,” Avis between 8:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. (3 minutes) 4941. Lockheed Blvd. Learn about the Fleming’s one-artist show, on display Spring Benefit. 7-10 p.m. at the wetlands and the birds and animals May 1-June 30. The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association thanks you for your tolerance Deringer home, 1198 Janneys Lane, that live there. Family fun fair with History Lecture and Book Signing. and apologizes for any disruption. To receive Mount Vernon fireworks Alexandria. The Child & Family displays, games, face paintings. Free 3 p.m. at Lee-Fendall House, 614 Network Centers’ annual spring event, fee for some activities. Rain or Oronoco St. Historian and author notifications via e-mail, write to [email protected]. benefit will honor U.S. Rept. Jim shine. Call 703-768-2525 or visit John Beakes will speak on the Moran (D-Virginia 8th). 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Nightclub, 642 South Pickett St. DJ Williams, Main Campus, 3330 King TUESDAY/MAY 6 Dabe Murphy. $6. Call 703-359-9882 St., in the main auditorium. “A Handcraft Tuesday. 7 p.m. at Beatley or visit www.gottaswing.com. Chorus Line,” a PG-13 show not Central Library, 5005 Duke St. Share suitable for young children. $5 for projects, tips and ideas with other ACPS students, staff and senior crafters while working on a craft. THURSDAY/MAY 8 citizens; $10 adults. Call 703-824- Bring your own project. Visit Art Exhibit Opening Reception. 6800. www.alexandria.lib.va.us or call 703- 6:30-8 p.m. in Studio 21 of the 746-1751. Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 Author Lecture. 7:30 p.m. at the North Union St. Courtney S. SATURDAY/MAY 10 Photo by John Bordner Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. Hengerer’s acrylic paintings on wood Alexandria Art Market. 10 a.m.-4 Author Alan Taylor will discuss his panels are on display for the exhibit p.m. in Colasanto Park, 2704 Mount most recent book “The Internal “Playground” May 8-June 2. Visit Vernon Ave. Local artists will Enemy: Slavery and War in Virginia, www.theartleague.org or call 703- perform. Browse artwork by local 1772-1832.” Free for Alexandria 683-1780. artists and more. Visit Historical Society members. Visit Author Talk. 7 p.m. at Beatley Central www.TheDelRayArtisans.org/ www.alexandriahistorical.org. Library, 5005 Duke St. Author Adam ArtMarket for more. Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Rachel M. McKible of John Jay College, who House and Garden Tour. 11 a.m.-5 Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts discovered “When Washington was in p.m. in Del Ray, begins at A Show of Center, 3001 North Beauregard St. Vogue,” uncovered the identity of its Hands, 2301 Mount Vernon Ave. “Close to Home: An evening with anonymous author, and the life and Biennial event serves as a fundraiser American Composers” includes legacy of Edward Christopher for neighborhood projects and the th performances by the NOVA Williams. Visit Alexandria Scholarship Fund. $20 in 17 Annual T.C. Williams Art Show Community Chorus, the NOVA www.alexandria.lib.va.us or call 703- advance, $25 day-of. Visit Del Ray Artisans and the T.C. Williams High School Art Department jointly Alexandria Band and the NOVA 746-1751. www.delraycitizens.org or come to present the 17th Annual Student Art Show at Del Ray Artisans gallery. The Alexandria Jazz Ensemble. Contact Live Music. 7 p.m. at the Athenaeum, the Del Ray Farmers Market April 26 exhibit will feature the work of members of the National Art Honor Society. Lisa C. Eckstein at 703-845-6252 or 201 Prince St. Second Thursday and May 3. Volunteers welcome. An opening reception will be held Friday, May 2, 7-9 p.m. Light snacks [email protected]. Music: Izzabella Perelman. $10. Visit Contact and beverages will be available. http://nvfaa.org. [email protected]. The show will run May 2-11 at the Del Ray Artisans gallery at the Nicho- Live Music. 7:30 p.m. at the Mothers Day Fashion Show and las A. Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Ave. Gallery hours are: WEDNESDAY/MAY 7 Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Dinner. 4-7 p.m. at the Gum Thursdays, noon-6 p.m. (First Thursday noon-9 p.m.); Fridays, noon-9 p.m.; Opening Reception to Art Four-time Grammy Award winner Springs Community Center, 8100 Saturdays, noon-9 p.m.; and Sundays, noon-6 p.m. The gallery is free, open Exhibition. 5-8 p.m., at the The Steve Wariner will perform. $29.50 Fordson Road. Live entertainment by to the public and handicap accessible. Call 703-838-4827 or visit Gallery@Convergence, 1801 N. Visit www.birchmere.com. Al Muntzie and the Renaissance www.thedelrayartisans.org for more. Quaker Lane. Opening reception for Gospel Singers. Tickets range from the art show, “Art Uniting People.” $7 for seniors to $25 for couples, For information on submitting FRIDAY/MAY 9 discounts for advance tickets. Contact p.m., at Old Town historic sites: free. A photographer will take artwork contact artunitingpeople@ Farm to Table Dinner. 6:30-10 p.m. Sharlene Jones at 571-332-1006 or Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 134 N. portraits of families next to historic gmail.com or visit www.Healthier at Mount Vernon Estate. Reception, Judy Garnett at 703-919-5143. Royal St.; Stabler-Leadbeater equipment. Children will receive a Alexandria.com/antistigma. tour and four-course dinner with Apothecary Museum, 105-107 S. fire hat. Visit www.alexandriava.gov/ Film Screening. 6:30 p.m. at the products cultivated and produced on Fairfax St.; or the Friendship FriendshipFirehouse or 703-746- Duncan Branch Library, 2501 the Estate. Wine pairings included. SUNDAY/MAY 11 Firehouse Museum, 107 S. Alfred St. 4994 for more. Commonwealth Ave. Duncan Cinema Tickets are $175 including tax and Mother’s Day Tea at Carlyle In honor of Mother’s Day, mothers Art Exhibit Opening Reception. 4-6 Club begins monthly series, “Films of gratuity. 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From Page 10 vices for Virginians. While taxes and fees are raised, the board ference. Call the Clerk of the Board at 703- sighted and naïve. Let me explain. In Vir- If we accept these funds, money will be is not too careful about spending. Some 324-3151 for supervisors’ phone numbers. ginia, we have over 400,000 low-income, saved in the long run by preventing costly examples: The board passed on a 9 to 1 uninsured, and hard-working men and treatment later on. When the government’s (Herrity) vote a $30 million bank bailout Frank Medico women who qualify for Medicaid (70 per- contribution levels off, these savings will to pay off an unsecured loan belonging to Mount Vernon cent actually live in households where at significantly help pay for Virginia’s share of Lorton Arts Foundation, taxpayer subsidized least one person holds a full or part-time the costs by 2020 and beyond .… most im- housing includes units in a plush neighbor- job). This figure also includes over 32,000 portantly; it will save lives and increase the hood where housing units sell from Appreciate uninsured or under-insured veterans; a quality of life for all Virginians. We should $850,000 to over $1 million with a resort third of which would be expected to qualify expect no less from our elected representa- style swimming pool, executive business Local Experts for health insurance under Medicaid expan- tives charged with our well-being. center with computer printers and internet To the Editor: sion. This is an inexcusable affront to those John S. Glaser access, billard room, heated spa, clubroom The Fort Hunt community is fortunate to who have served our country in war and Alexandria with big screen TV and 24 hour athletic be home of select, small businesses that peace. Regrettably, the figure also includes center. And, in November 2013 the board provide exceptional service and make this kids going into foster care and adults with paid out over $10 million for bonuses to place as neighborly as Andy Griffith’s disabilities. And let’s be clear. Not accept- More Taxing employees regardless of whether the em- Mayberry. I recently had plumbing issues ing expansion funds means that large num- ployee excelled or not. And, if that isn’t with my toilet and shower, for which a bers of our people — men, women, and And Spending enough, the Fairfax County Public School plumber handed me a written estimate of children — will get sick and die before their To the Editor: System spends $39 million or more on En- $712. Alan and Steve of Village Hardware time. Does the House of Delegates not un- Well the Fairfax County Board of Super- glish as a second language for undocu- guided this handyman-challenged home- derstand that actual lives are at stake here? visors did it again. More taxing and spend- mented (illegal) aliens. It isn’t clear how owner through a few basic steps that solved Is politics more important than human life? ing. many years English as a second language is both problems. And they even loaned me According to the White Paper on Medic- Chairman Bulova in her Bulova Byline FY taught before the students have learned the socket wrenches to fix it. aid expansion, the Commonwealth’s rank- 2015 budget summary states: “It has been English to complete their education. The The plumber told me the toilet required ing is a shameful 47th out of all the states a long and winding road as our nation, re- goal should be to have such students be- new internal apparatus. After explaining the in per capita spending for Medicaid, while gion and county have struggled through- come part of the student body speaking problem to Alan, he figured it was a simple the state ranks 7th in per capita income! Is out these sluggish post recession years.” So English as soon as possible. That is good issue of replacing the flapper. However, my there not something terribly wrong with this what does the board do to ease the finan- for the school system and particularly for wife can testify that I can make a simple picture? The feds will pay 100 percent of cial pain of struggling taxpayers? the affected students who will proceed to home improvement task a lengthy and ac- costs through 2016, decreasing incremen- The board consisting of Chairman Bulova further their education or pursue a career cursed time-waster. But Alan and Youtube tally to 90 percent by 2020 and subsequent (D), Cook (R), Foust (D), Frey (R), Gross of some sort. Graduation and dropout rates made it a 5-minute job. Problem solved. years. The question Mr. Medico and most (D), Herrity (R), Hyland (D), Hudgins (D), are significant issues because the affected The shower was a bit more complicated. Republicans and some delegates ask is the McKay (D), and Smyth (D) voted 7 to 3 students involved haven’t received an edu- The diverter knob, which shifts the water same: What will we do if the Feds stop or (Herrity, Cook and Smyth) to increase the cation. flow from the tub up to the shower head, reduce the flow of money? real estate tax rate to $1.09 per hundred of School transfer funds is a significant part was broken. The plumber told me it re- Let’s step back. Virginians currently pay assessed value increasing taxes on the av- of the Fairfax County FY 2015 budget, about quired a new stem. After showing Alan and for the cost of providing health care to the erage homeowner by $25. That is in addi- $2 billion or 52.1 percent of the proposed Steve pictures on my cellphone, they loaned uninsured through the most costly provider, tion to the $330 increase in real estate taxes FY 2015 county budget expenditures, ac- me a set of socket wrenches to remove the the emergency room. on the average homeowner because the cording to the county executive. Although diverter stem. I took the stem to Village One of the most unique Medicaid pro- assessments increased in 2014. But, that the Board of Supervisors doesn’t have di- Hardware, and Steve and I replaced three grams is long-term care. Those under 65 wasn’t enough. The board by a 7 to 3 vote rect authority over the Fairfax County Pub- washers on the diverter stem. I reinstalled and eligible for Medicaid will receive a wide (Herrity, Cook, Smyth) also raised seven lic School System policies and personnel, the diverter —- problem solved. I still have range of preventive services, treatment for fees including the sewer tax and the sick the Board of Supervisors should exercise $712 (minus the $75 diagnosis fee) in my early detection and treatment of acute con- tax for ambulance service ranging from influence on the School Board to make im- pocket. ditions, and the management of chronic ill- $100 to $150 per trip depending on the provements and not provide money blindly. Thank you Village Hardware, Alan and ness. The result will be to keep them out of transport type. Also, a transport fee in- The students deserve better. Steve. Yes, their prices are a tad more than expensive emergency rooms and contain creased from $10 to $12 per mile. And they There are many more examples of ques- Lowe’s and Home Depot, but can anyone health and long-term care costs in the fu- passed a motion to form a committee to tionable spending that I have provided to picture my story happening at one of those ture as they enter their senior years. come up with recommendations for a meals the Board of Supervisors but, except for a big box stores? Please support and frequent By not accepting these funds thus far, the tax referendum. The last time I checked the generalized email response from Chairman Village Hardware. They are awesome. state has lost an astonishing $5 million per county had over 100 taxes and fees. It looks Bulova, no one else has responded. Sean Todd day since Jan. 1 …. that is a lot of lost ser- like there is no let up. 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family.” said Michele C. Professionals offer Garofalo, Ed.D., assistant chair, Department of Coun- advice on selecting a seling and a professor of Psy- chology at Marymount Uni- camp, but now is the versity in Arlington. “I think if a child has spent time to register. time having sleep overs with friends and has done ok, and By Marilyn Campbell is independent and feels The Connection comfortable sleeping at friends’ houses then it should any families with school be fine.” age children will plan to Garofalo suggests that the Mhave their children spend first sleep away camp expe- some of the much-antici- rience should be brief. pated summer season in camp. If you “I think you want to do a haven’t yet selected camps for your chil- shorter experience to get dren, now is the time. them ready. The first sum- “Popular classes and programs always mer, send them to a four-day fill early,” said Kevin Rechen, camp di- camp to test the waters. rector of Summer at Norwood in Their first experience should Potomac, Md.. “Families that are choos- be at a camp that is close to ing a camp based on a specific program home. Don’t send them to a or class should register as soon as they camp in California the first can.” time.” Whether you choose a traditional day Photo courtesy of SummerTimes Camp An open dialog between camp, a specialty camp or a sleep away Campers at SummerTimes at St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School show their art project. parent and child is key. “Ex- camp, the Washington, D.C. region has plain to the child that they a multitude of offerings. The array of op- OTHER SPECIALTY CAMPS include ior, history, mathematics, nutrition and pub- are going to be on their own and tell them tions can be overwhelming for some par- cooking camps, yoga camps and sports lic speaking. The sky’s the limit as students what will be expected of them,” said ents, but summer camps can be an impor- camps that run the gamut from tennis to explore topics like ‘Stars, Galaxies and the Garofalo. “Parents can prepare their chil- tant part of a child’s development. Local hockey. Universe’ and ‘The Ecosphere.’” dren and have an honest conversation about child development experts say there are a “A specialty camp gives children a sense Camp Greenway at The Madeira School what will happen at the camp.” few things to keep in mind when choosing of one particular area for a short period of offers three options for two-week camp ses- Those who think they can’t afford the cost for a camp. time and allows them to decide if it is some- sions with outdoor and indoor activities, of summer camp should research financial “Summer camp is an opportunity for chil- thing that they want to pursue long-term,” said Laura Temple, spokeswoman for school aid options. dren to develop social skills with their said Bethesda, Md., resident Deborah in McLean, Va. “Water sports, games, team “Many summer camps offer financial aid peers,” said Linda Gulyn, Ph.D., professor Helfeld who has taught art and yoga sum- sports, music, arts and crafts, and MAD Sci- and there are foundations that give grants of psychology at Marymount University in mer camps. ence are all part of the daily action for camp- for camps,” said Rechen. Arlington, Va. “Camps give the benefits of ers.” social interaction in a more relaxed setting.” The Fairfax County Park Authority offers When selecting a camp, there are factors “Camps give the camps nature camps that are designed to “Popular classes that parents should keep in mind. “When immerse children in the outdoors. “We want parents are looking for a camp they should benefits of social the children to connect with the world and programs try to find a camp where they’re comfort- around them,” said Judy Pedersen, Public able with the facility, the programming and interaction in a more Information Officer, Fairfax County Park always fill early.” counselors and staff,” said Rechen. Authority. “When they leave camp, we hope An array of specialty camps offer children relaxed setting.” that they have a deeper appreciation for the a chance to focus on one activity. — Linda Gulyn, Ph.D., world around them for and the environ- “Developmentally, as children get older Marymount University ment.” You don’t need to be a resident of they get more specialized in their skills and Fairfax County to attend the camps, interests,” said Gulyn. “Summer camp is an Pedersen said. opportunity to hone in on those skills. Go At George Mason University, high school The Arlington Art Center offers summer with the child’s interest and skills and fur- juniors and seniors will have an opportu- camps for children and teens that meet daily ther develop those because they are an im- nity to attend a camp that will give them a for several sessions throughout the summer, port part of a child’s identity.” head start on college. “It’s not your parents’ 3550 Wilson Blvd, Arlington. Classes range ● Specialty camps can help children develop summer camp,” said Sudha Kamath. “Ma- from portfolio development to drawing, Summer Camps creative thinking and problem-solving skills. son is giving high school juniors and seniors acrylic painting, and contemporary land- Education&Activities For example, St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes the chance to take some rare classes for col- scapes with oil paint. School in Alexandria offers camps that in- lege credit, covering everything from insects is produced by clude Quadcopters and Video Editing, that crawl underground to objects that spin ANOTHER OPTION is sleep away camp, Connection Newspapers MiKiDo Mixed Martial Arts, CSI Detective, through outer space.” which can sometimes be a nerve-wracking www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Hunger Games, Civil War, Fantasy Battle Cathy Evans, director of special projects but rewarding experience for both a parent Local Media Connection LLC Gaming, Filmworx Movie Making, Eco-Ad- at George Mason University said, “Subjects and a child. ventures, Junior Musical Theater, Zooolgy, include astronomy, biology, chemistry, com- How does a parent know that their child For more information, [and] Junior Veterinarian, said Linda puter science, economics, environmental is ready for to make this leap? “It is going call 703-778-9431 or email Stratton of SSSAS. science, ethics, global affairs, health behav- to vary from child to child and family to [email protected]

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By Marilyn Campbell The Connection

hen summer vacation begins and school ends Win a few weeks, learn ing doesn’t have to take a hiatus. Students can keep their academic skills sharp without entering a classroom or even sitting down with a pencil and paper. Local educators say opportunities for reading, math, science and history skills are plentiful and none require that children set foot in a school. From a walk Photo courtesy of Fairfax County Park Authority in the park to a trip to the grocery story, Campers at Hidden Oaks Nature Center marvel at a teachable moments are virtually every- crayfish they netted in the creek. where. “There are a thousand ways to do it, but reading is we leave a museum. When they get home they get critical,” said Marjorie Myers, Ed.D., principal, to go online and do more research on things that Francis Scott Key Elementary School in Arlington. “I interest them.” think the most important thing to do is read in a fun There are subtle science lessons to be learned even way. Read as a family. Parents can read challenging when taking a summer stroll. “We’re out for a nature books to their children. Go to your local library and walk and we see an animal or plant and we start take advantage of fun activities there. talking about it,” said Annetta. “We also look at and Some elementary schools encourage their students talk about grasses and trees and animals.” to read and discuss what they are reading with their For parents who don’t have a science background, parents. Annetta suggests looking up information on a smart Blake M. Giliotti, staff development teacher at phone during a walk or museum trip. Potomac Elementary in Potomac, Md., said, “We ask A shopping trip can also be an opportunity for a kids to read and then have discussions with their math lesson, said Myers. “Take your children to the parent about what they are reading. We don’t ask grocery store and use actual money instead of credit them to do anything written because we don’t want cards, so the children can see a value for money and them belabored by school work during summer.” numbers,” she said. “Give children an allowance so The book discussions or questions that parents ask they can make the connection between money and their children about books don’t need to be compli- the cost of things they want to buy. Sitting in a class cated, Giliotti said. “It can also be as simple as say- room with fake money doesn’t quite get it.” ing, ‘Tell me about what you are reading.’ Engaging This area offers an abundance of locations for his- in a natural conversation about a book can give you tory lessons. “I go out to the battle fields near insight into what your child understands and helps Manassas,” Anetta said. “There are placards that help build oral communication skills,” she said. describe what is going on. There are a lot of local museums that offer the same opportunities.” WHEN IT COMES TO science, Len Annetta, Ph.D., Keeping a journal is another way to keep skills professor of Science at George Mason University says sharp outside of a structured setting. he and his wife Jennifer spend a lot of time at the “Keeping a travel or camp journal is a fun and Smithsonian museums with their two children, easy way to support academic skills,” said Benita Samantha, 13, and Joey, 11. Cathey, director of admissions at Grace Episcopal “We particularly like the Air and Space Museum,” School in Alexandria. “A travel or camp journal re- he said. “It keeps them engaged in science. We walk inforces writing, geography and social studies and around together and we ask them questions after organizational skills.”

CAMPS, CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Martial Arts Camps. Potomac Kempo Alexandria Summer Recreation. Pre-School Studio. 9:30-11:30 a.m. at teaches Shaolin Kempo, a blend of Summer of Smiles, the Recreation, Build Your Community Art at the Center, 2804 Sherwood Japanese Karate and Chinese Kung Parks and Cultural Activities’ Hall Lane. June 9-19, Mondays- Fu. Potomac Kempo’s locations will Summer Fun Guide, is now available Thursdays children ages 4-6 attend host a camp “virtual tour” of China for download at for explorations of clay, collage, July 14-18 at the new Huntington www.alexandriava.gov/Recreation. drawing and painting as well as location, 5914 N. Kings Hwy.; and Free printed brochures are available creativity, problem solving, Japan, July 21-25 at the Foxchase at City Hall, Support Your Local collaboration and fun. Call 703-201- location, 4617 Duke St. For children recreation centers, and public libraries 1250 or visit age 5-12. Campers will learn about located throughout the City. Businesses. www.artatthecenter.org. art, cuisine, history and language. Registration for 2014 Summer Camps Youth Summer Classes. Beginning Visit www.potomackempo.com/ opens Wednesday, March 19 for City Monday, July 7, Metropolitan School summer-camp or call 703-206-8064. of Alexandria residents and Friday, of the Arts offers pre-professional Theater Camp. Mount Vernon March 21 for nonresidents. Interested summer dance, music theater and Community Children’s Theatre will participants may register online at acting camps, as well as a wide hold sessions starting June 30 to www.alexandriava.gov/58232 or in- variety of youth summer camps Aug. 22. There are two-week sessions person at the Lee Center, 1108 where students can explore and learn with morning, afternoon or all day Jefferson St. For more information many facets of the performing and sessions, and one-week sessions that about summer camps, contact visual arts. Visit, go all day. To register, visit Recreation Services at 703-746-5430 www.connectionnewspapers.com www.metropolitanarts.org. www.mvcct.org. or the Camps and Classes Office at 703-746-5414. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ● April 2014 ● Summer Camps ● Education & Activities ● 3 Summer●CampsiEducation&Activities Ideas for Summer Avoid those dreaded words: ‘I’m bored.’ By Marilyn Campbell The Connection way to spend time and help children learn during the summer. olly McAlister enjoys the freedom of “Let them spearhead a yard sale,” Garofalo said. “Kids summer, but there are three words gather the items, make flyers and put the flyers in Mshe dreads hearing: “Mom, I’m everyone’s mailbox. They can donate the money to bored.” Creating activities to keep her charity so you can tie in a service project.” three children busy during the summer is a task she Spend time in the kitchen. “You and your children enjoys, but it isn’t always easy. can do a lot of baking and donate the items to a Photo courtesy of SSSAS “I love taking the kids swimming or on bike rides, homeless shelter,” said Garofalo. “With parental ap- St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School’s Physics is Fun! Camp but sometimes I run out of ideas,” said McAlister who proval and guidance, kids can also do dog walking lives in Centreville. or water flowers for neighbors who are away.” Many parents allow “screen time” to keep children For families who want to spend time in nature, happy, but it’s important to interact with them as Len Annetta, Ph.D. Professor in the College of Edu- well. cation and Human Development at George Mason “Some parents will give their child an iPhone or University suggests the Manassas National Battle- an iPad to entertain them,” said Michele C. Garofalo, field Park. The park, which is home to more than Ed.D., assistant chair, Department of Counseling and 160 species of birds, has been recognized National a professor of Psychology at Marymount University Audubon Society as an Important Bird Area. in Arlington. “Interacting with children and being “Our area has so much history,” said Annetta. “Most involved with them rather than giving them elec- of these place don’t cost money but can immerse tronic activities is important. It is students in something educa- important for kids to figure out tional, which is really critical.” how to interact with their parents “Summer is a and friends.” FOR PARENTS who plan a sum- “Summer is a wonderful time for wonderful time for mer of varied activities, specialty parents to get to know their kids camps as well as parent-child ac- and interact with them in a differ- parents to get to tivities are worthy options. Even ent way,” said Garofalo, who lives one or two sessions of week-long Photo courtesy of SSSAS in McLean. know their kids and specialty camps can add to a St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School’s Lower School Academic One way that families can spend interact with them child’s summer. Enrichment Camp quality time together is by creat- Deb Burger of the Potomac ing art, said Dabney Cortina of the in a different way.” Horse Center in North Potomac, McLean Project for the Arts in — Michele C. Garofalo, Ed.D Md., said they offer camps where McLean. In addition to summer children learn equestrian skills and camps, McLean Project for the Arts are given information about the offers family workshops where parents and children history of horses, breeds, colors, markings, anatomy, create art together. horse care and grooming. “Campers also do horse- “The whole process of creating is so important to related arts and crafts,” said Burger. “They have a a child’s development and it’s so important to be with good time, make friends, increase their love of horses your children and create something together,” said and improve their ability to ride. Kids come from Cortina. “I see the smiles as the children and adults Maryland, Virginian and even overseas.” put their heads together to create things. I think it’s Tony Castrilli, Director of Public Affairs for Fairfax also a wonderful release for adults.” County says the county is offering nature camps during the summer. COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS are a great In Alexandria, Morgan Maloney runs the Arcadia

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Campers at Hidden Oaks Nature Cen- ter marvel at a crayfish they netted.

Photo courtesy of Fairfax County Park Authority Hidden Pond Nature Center campers use nets to catch and identify critters living in Pohick Creek. 4 ● Summer Camps ● Education & Activities ● April 2014 ● Mount Vernon Gazette www.ConnectionNewspapers.com