Celebrating 164 years of service! Vol. 164, No. 22 • 50¢ SINCE 1855 November 8 - November 14, 2018 TODAY’S GAS Elrich Wins In A Landslide PRICE Despite massive developer support Floreen finishes a distant second while Ficker fades $2.77 per gallon 64.3 percent of the vote. Behind El- County Public Schools, and invest- the County — she probably did. She Last Week By Neal Earley $2.82 per gallon @neal_earley rich, Floreen won 67,402 votes, ing more in mass transit to curb the unified the County behind me,” El- which accounted for 19.2 percent of County’s growing traffic congestion. rich said. A month ago SILVER SPRING — Three- the vote, just ahead of Ficker who In his victory speech at the Sil- In his speech, Elrich, who is re- $2.93 per gallon term Montgomery County Council won a total of 57,489 votes, which ver Spring Civic Building, Elrich placing outgoing County Executive member Democrat Marc Elrich won accounted for 16.4 percent of the talked about overcoming a general Ike Leggett, promised to support A year ago the race for Montgomery County vote total. election challenge from fellow working people, to fund universal $2.55 per gallon Executive, besting fellow at-large Elrich, a former elementary County Council member Nancy Flo- pre-K education, to build a bus rapid transit system, to reduce the Coun- AVERAGE PRICE PER GALLON OF Council member Nancy Floreen (I) school teacher from Takoma Park, reen, who switched her party affilia- UNLEADED REGULAR GAS IN and Republican candidate Robin ran a campaign on making develop- tion from Democrat to independent ty’s carbon footprint, and to find a MARYLAND/D.C. METRO AREA way to do it without raising taxes. ACCORDING TO AAA Ficker. ers pay more for infrastructure and to run against him in the general With 255 of the 255 precincts in schools, universal early-childhood election. INSIDE Montgomery County reporting, El- education, closing the racial “My opponent [Floreen] See “Elrich,” rich won 225,900 votes, which is achievement gap in Montgomery claimed that she was going to unify page 8 Editor’s Democrats Notebook by Brian J. Karem again sweep County Where do we Council go from here?

Which is the way that’s By Abby Cruz clear? A look beyond the @ReporterCruz midterm election. Democrats will retain all nine Page 4 seats on the County Council with Will Jawando, Hans Riemer, Evan Glass and Gabe Albornoz sweeping the at-large Council seats. The 2018 election was a new op- portunity for voters, with four open Council seats on the ballot. Glass led the at-large votes with 229,339 votes; Albornoz won 224,366 votes; Jawan- do won 222,040 votes and Riemer won 217,384 votes. The newly elected at-large coun- Paint Branch cil members, along with Riemer who PHOTO BY ABBY CRUZ won reelection Tuesday night trav- Will Jawando, Evan Glass, Hans Riemer and Gabe Albornoz pose for a selfie after winning Tuesday night. impresses eled to All Set Restaurant & Bar in downtown Silver Spring. Paint Branch notches an- “I expect here in Montgomery other victory on the belt before County that we elect a great, strong Five students charged with 2nd degree rape heading into the playoffs. Democratic team that will guarantee opportunities for all the people who The two suspects arrested Fri- each with two counts of second-de- By Kathleen Stubbs live here,” said Democratic candidate day, like the previous three, are under gree rape and two counts of attempt- Page 20 @kathleenstubbs3 Will Jawando as he greeted voters. 18. One suspect received three ed second-degree rape. “And I expect nationally that were Montgomery County Police charges of second-degree rape while “This event involves allegations going to take back the House of Rep- wrote in a news release Friday that the other suspect received one charge – involves serious criminal allega- resentatives and be competitive in the they arrested and charged two more of attempted second-degree rape. tions; that’s what our investigators Senate.” male Damascus High School stu- According to Montgomery are looking at,” Starks said. Jawando explained that since he dents as suspects, in connection with County Police spokesperson Capt. Police said in a press release that lived in Montgomery County his en- an alleged sexual assault incident at Paul Starks, police arrested three the alleged incident occurred the school, making the total number male Damascus High School stu- See “Council” of suspects charged thus far five in dents Thursday night and charged page 8 all. See “Five,” page 8 2THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL NOVEMBER 8, 2018 EFLECTIONS The Montgomery County Sentinel, published weekly by Berlyn Inc. Publish- R ing, is a community newspaper covering Montgomery County, Maryland. Our of- fices are located at 22 W. Jefferson Street, Suite 309, Rockville, MD 20850. January 16, 1941 Founded in 1855 by Matthew Fields. All mail to: P.O. Box 1272, Rockville, MD 20849-1272. Subscription Rates for The Montgomery County Sentinel – Weekly Five Million reduction in state taxes in next two years by mail: $40.00 per year & $26.50 for Se- nior Citizens. (USPS) 361-100. Each week the Sentinel visits a to the people of Maryland. the State Government is now able $779,943 for 1942, necessary ap- memorable story from its archives. Bernard Kapiloff The Governor's address was to reduce the taxes for the support propriations PUBLISHER E MERITUS delivered in person to a joint meet- of its various operations." to public schools, State owned In his budget message to the Lynn G. Kapiloff ing of the two houses of the Gener- In announcing an increase of and State-aided hospitals and insti- CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER/ Legislature Governor Herbert R. al Assembly, and broadcast to the $779,943.00 in the General Funds tutions total $604,515, which PUBLISHER O'Conor furnished a pleasant sur- people of the State. Budget for 1942, the Governor amount is equivalent to approxi- [email protected] prise to the taxpayers of the State in In addition, to the reduction in pointed out that requested appropri- mately 77% of the increase. The Mark Kapiloff the form of a reduction in the State taxes, Governor O'Conor.noted ations for this year had been cut Governor further pointed out that ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Tax on real estate of 534 % in 1942, with deep satisfaction that “as a re- $1,886,829.89. Likewise, the re- approximately $1 out of every $3 of [email protected] and of 10% in 1943, for a total dol- sult of the fiscal policies now in ef- quests for 1943 from General General Funds collected is provid- EDITORIAL lar saving for the two years of fect, the State's public debt will be Funds were cut $1,915,102.69, ed for public schools. Brian J. Karem $936,100,000. reduced by the end of this adminis- making a total of requests refused An all-time high in roads con- EXECUTIVE EDITOR Coupled with his expected an- tration from an initial total of of $3,801,932.58. struction seems indicated. Heading [email protected] nouncement regarding proposed re- $48,157,000.00 to $33,865,000.00, "Due to the uncertainty of the list of appropriations from Spe- Brandy L. Simms ductions in the Income Tax Levy, representing a reduction of 30%.” world conditions," the Governor cial Funds is the allocation to the SPORTS EDITOR ranging up to 20% in some classifi- Noting the probable additional declared, “the future at the moment State Roads Commission of [email protected] cations, and (because it will apply burdens to be laid upon the people is not clear, and I feel the only safe | $16,085,947.16 for 1942 and MARK ROBINSON to the calendar year 1940 as well). of the State in connection with Na- course to follow with respect to $16,535,048.08 for 1943, a total [email protected] Totaling $4,500,000 savings for the tional Defense preparedness, the State revenues should be on the for the two years of CITY EDITOR three fiscal years, the lowering of Chief Executive pointed out that| conservative side.” $32,620,995.24, dedicated to the BARBARA TRAININ BLANK the State real estate tax will mean a the State's burden of this taxation It was pointed out that of the construction and maintenance of COPY EDITOR combined saving of $5,436,100.00 “will be relieved to the extent that General Funds increase of the State highways. 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NEWS George Smith Write us PHOTOGRAPHY EDITOR MoCo gets its first all-female school board TAZEEN AHMAD The Montgomery County Sentinel CALENDAR EDITOR the first time in history an all-female support led to [good] voter turnout.” [email protected] By Kathleen Stubbs welcomes letters. @kathleenstubbs3 board.” Silvestre will succeed Board CALL 301-838-0788 District 1 incumbent Judy Doc- member Jill Ortman-Fouse, who ran All letters must be original, FAX 301- 838 - 3458 County voters chose to bring ca won her race against Maria for County Council in the primary NEWSROOM AND LEGAL ADVERTISING back two incumbents for another signed by the author Blaeuer with a 1.6-percent lead out election but lost. Silvestre said she ADVERTISING term and elected new members for of a total of 123,514 votes, or 50.4 plans to attend or to watch all school two vacant seats for the Montgomery and must include the author’s daytime Lonnie Johnson percent of the vote. Blaeuer received board meetings up until she is sworn ADVERTISING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE County Public Schools Board of Ed- 119,411 votes. A phone call to Docca in on Dec. 3. telephone number 301-306-9500 ucation. was not returned before deadline. “I’ve been involved with EMAIL: [email protected] “I’m honored and grateful that Incoming first-time board of ed- MCPS for the last 10 years, so I for verification. the voters chose to re-elect me to my ucation member Karla Silvestre won know kind of the rhythm of the sixth term on the board,” said incum- the at-large race, beating Julie Reiley meetings and a lot of the topics be- Send letters to: Sherry Sanderson bent Patricia O’Neill, who won 63.2 at 51 percent to 48.2 percent, or ing discussed.” LEGAL ADVERTISING MANAGER CALL 301-838-0788 percent of the District 3 vote. 130,407 to 123,121 votes. Silvestre has one child in 11th The Montgomery County Sentinel FAX 301-838-3458 O’Neill beat challenger Lynn Silvestre said she and Reiley grade and one in sixth grade at 22 W. Jefferson St. Suite 309 [email protected] Amano by nearly 70,000 votes, with had similar amounts of support and MCPS. a total of 159,318 votes. She began endorsements and finished close to- First-time Board of Education Rockville, MD 20850 PRODUCTION her first term in December 1998. gether in the primary, and so they candidate Brenda Wolff won the Fax: 301-838-3458 Lonnie Johnson “We constantly are evolving,” knew the race would be close. District 5 race unopposed, with PRODUCTION MANAGER said O’Neill about the board, given a “No, I’m not surprised,” Sil- 233,737 votes. Wolff was running to [email protected] new student board member every vestre said of the win. “We worked succeed Board of Education mem- Email: [email protected] Peter Lui year and board members being up for very hard. We had a lot of supports, a ber Michael Durso. GRAPHIC PRODUCTION STAFF re-election every two years. lot of grass- roots support… people Voters elect the board of educa- “This one will be special; it’s knocking on doors, making phone tion members countywide and non- CIRCULATION going to be an all-female board – for calls. I think that level of grass-roots partisan. THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY [email protected] SENTINEL (USPS 361-100) is published every Thursday by CALL 301-306-9500 Montgomery Sentinel Publishing, FAX 301-306-0134 Inc., 22 W. Jefferson St., Suite ACCOUNTING 309, Rockville, MD 20850. Subscriptions by mail are $40.00 Deidra Darsa per year; by mail (out of MD, VA, CREDIT / COLLECTIONS/RECEPTIONIST in & D.C.) additional $ 5.25; on ADVERTISE newsstands 50 cents. Periodicals postage paid at Rockville, MD THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL IS A 20849-1272. WOMAN OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY AND Call Lonnie Johnson at 301-306-9500 POSTMASTER: Send address IN THE STATE OF MARYLAND. changes to THE MONTGOMERY Montgomery County Publishing, Inc. COUNTY was absobed into Berlyn Inc. on SENTINEL, P.O. BOX 1272 or e-mail [email protected] January 1, 2015 Rockville, MD 20849-1272 NOVEMBER 8, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 3 NEWS Trone joins Raskin and Sarbanes on Capitol Hill district stretching from Potomac to didate Kevin Caldwell and Green bright future. I will continue to trea- days a week for the people of the By Nickolai Sukharev @Nickolaiss the western Maryland panhandle, candidate George Gluck received sure the friends I have made.” 8th.” while incumbents Raskin and Sar- 4,488 and 5,855 votes, respectively. Trone succeeds current Rep. In the 3rd Congressional Dis- Democrats will continue to rep- banes won reelection. “I am extremely grateful for the John Delaney, who vacated the seat trict, Sarbanes received 186,552 resent Montgomery County in the “Tonight belongs to the voters,” support I have received and thankful to run for president. votes over Republican Charles An- U.S. House of Representatives as Trone said to a crowd at the Gaithers- for everyone who has helped me In the 8th Congressional Dis- thony, who received 78,352 votes, David Trone joins Reps. Jamie burg Marriott Washingtonian Center. along the way. I am delighted that trict, Raskin won his seat with and Libertarian candidate David Raskin and John Sarbanes on Capitol “This campaign was about listening Gov. Hogan has won re-election and 190,973 votes, followed by Republi- Lashar who received 6,953 votes. Hill. and learning. Only through listening am proud to have had his endorse- can John Walsh, who received Sarbanes thanked his supporters In the race for Maryland’s 6th can we find solutions.” ment,” Amie Hoeber said to her sup- 90,193 votes, and Libertarian Jasen in a Facebook message, adding “I’m Congressional District, one of the With all precincts reporting, porters at the Clarion Inn in Freder- Wunder, who received 4,466 votes. honored to continue serving you in most expensive congressional races Trone won the seat with 142,656 ick. “Thank you to my supporters, Raskin said on Twitter he was Congress.” in the country, Trone defeated Re- votes over Hoeber, who received my staff, and all those who voted for honored to represent the eighth dis- All three men will be sworn in publican Amie Hoeber to represent a 97,330 votes, while Libertarian can- me. I hope this district will have a trict and would “keep working hard 8 on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019. Ballot questions pass and More than 54 percent turn out for MoCo midterms While some focused on nation- At Rockville High School, By Neal Earley @neal_earley al politics, many had their eyes turnout was high – with 699 people incumbents head back turned toward local races, which who voted as of 2 p.m. than one confidential aide as which By Neal Earley Presidential politics, a combat- many believe have the most effect "It's been good," said Chief @neal_earley was previously permitted. ive race for county executive and on voters and are more closely con- Judge Melissa Golladay. "From 7 to Voters in the County elected to several contested local elections tested. 10 [a.m.], we had a line the entire On Tuesday voters approved all send incumbents back to numerous drove voter participation over the 50 “Local elections are more im- time, longer than I remember in re- the state and local ballots questions state and local offices. percent mark this year in Mont- portant,” said Vilna Bonilla-Kenny, cent history." there were presented to them. Statewide, in the Attorney Gen- gomery County. a Bethesda resident, who was can- Election judges said it was hard The first state ballot question, eral’s race, Democrat Brian Frosh Despite foul weather, the local vassing for Board of Election at- to gauge voter turnout, as wait times Question 1, asked voters whether received 273,542 votes to defeat Re- Board of Elections recorded 358,879 large candidate Karla Silvestre. differed from place to place. In addi- they approve of a “lock box” that publican candidate Craig Wolf who ballots cast. Grant Callery, an independent tion, election judges were reticent to would guarantee that the revenue the received 77,666 votes. For the office This is of 655,415 registered voter from Bethesda, expressed con- attribute wait times to high voter state gets from commercial gaming of Comptroller, Democrat Peter voters for a 54.76 percent voter cern primarily about local and state turnout, saying the limited number would go toward funding public Franchot received 503,972 votes turnout in Montgomery County. races, filling his ballot with votes for of scanners – just two in many schools. Voters approved the amend- over Republican Anjali Reed Enthusiasm has been high on Republican, Democratic and inde- places – slowed down the process ment to the state constitution with 89 Phukan. Election Day across Montgomery pendent candidates. and could have been a cause of long County as voters waited in long percent of the vote, with a total of At the county level, Democrat “I think it’s a good thing to have lines rather than increased number lines, and election officials reported 1,732,357 votes in favor to 215,278 Darren Mark Popkin received a balance between Republicans and of voters. high voter turnout Tuesday. votes against. Democrats,” said Callery who voted “That scanner line has been, 259,036 votes to retain the Sheriff’s For Montgomery County vot- In Question 2, a measure that for Hogan and independent Mont- what sort of holds us up a little bit,” Office over Republican candidate ers, interest in a plethora of candi- proposed changing the state’s con- gomery County Executive candidate Williams said. Jae Hwang who received 83,068 dates and local issues drove them to Nancy Floreen. “It’s hard to get As of 8:45 a.m., 168 people had stitution to allow same-day voter votes. the polls. For some, divisive nation- much of a balance in Montgomery voted at Watkins Mill Elementary registration and voting on Election Unopposed Democratic candi- al politics drove them to the polls; County.” School, Chief Election Judge Kathy Day, voters approved it with 67.1 dates John McCarthy received for others, it was hotly-contested lo- For voters across the County, Gugulis said. Around 7 a.m., when percent of the vote with a total of 291,454 votes to continue as State’s cal races that interested them the turnout varied. the polls opened, there were several 1,336,474 votes in favor and Attorney while Democrat Barbara most. At Bethesda Elementary people waiting to vote, resulting in a 654,949 votes against. Meiklejohn received 193,415 votes John Hoeveler, 38, said he came School, there were long lines in the line of people that snaked around the On the local ballot Tuesday, to continue as the Clerk of the Cir- to Montgomery Village Middle morning, with a wait of about 45 polling room, she said. Montgomery County had three bal- cuit Court. School Tuesday morning to cast a minutes to an hour, according to At Montgomery Village Middle lot questions for voters to decide on. Democrat Joseph M. Griffin protest vote against Gov. Larry Chief Election Judge Karen L. School, 171 people had voted be- First, on Question A, a proposal will continue as the county’s Regis- Hogan (R), who is running for re- Williams. tween 7 a.m. and 9 a.m., according to amend the way the County’s re- ter of Wills, receiving 257,545 votes election. Just down the street, about a to one of the chief election judges. districting commission is selected over Republican candidate Dolores “I like Larry Hogan but I didn’t five-minute walk away at the Connie Three hours later, at 12 p.m., 395 by removing the party central com- Reyes who received 59,312 votes. vote for him, because he’s a Repub- Morella Library, there were no lines people had voted, of 2,754 regis- mittees from the process, voters With the Judges of the Circuit lican,” Hoeveler said. for people to vote; however, a posted tered voters in the precinct. passed it overwhelmingly with 83 Court, who were all unopposed, While President Donald J. sign told people to feed the parking At Twinbrook Community percent of the vote and 253,201 James A. Bonifant received 193,451 Trump may have not been on the meters, as parking enforcement laws Recreation Center, things were votes in favor to 51,695 votes votes, Jeannie E. Cho received ballot Tuesday, something both were still active on Election Day – mostly quiet, with only 120 people Trump and his opponents can agree against. 212,198 votes, Jill Reid Cummings something that Montgomery County who had voted as of 1:40 p.m. In on is that metaphorically, he is. Pres- On Question B, which proposed received 200,256 votes, Debra L. Public Information Officer Lorraine much of Rockville, voter turnout re- ident Trump and Democrats across Driscoll denied. mained relatively steady, with 710 amending the County Charter to re- Dwyer received 209,619 votes, quire a unanimous vote to raise the country have said that Tuesday’s While the voter turnout num- people who had voted at Richard Kevin G. Hessler received 183,516 election is a referendum on his pres- property taxes instead of nine above bers will not be posted until after the Montgomery High School as of 3:30 votes, David W. Lease received idency. the charter limit, passed with 69.9 polls close, early-voting turnout has p.m. 178,553, and Margaret Marie For Amy Klemetson, who also risen considerably since the last In Potomac, the morning percent of the vote and a total of Schweitzer received 203,192 votes. voted at Montgomery Village Mid- midterm. In the eight-day early-vot- turnout was higher than much of the 213,878 votes in favor to 92,277 For the Court of Special Ap- dle School, said her vote was exactly ing period, 113,315 people voted in County, with 431 people who voted against. peals at-large, both judges received that — a message to the president the midterms. That number is up at Seven Locks Elementary, 438 On Question C, the most close- enough votes to continue their ser- that her vote was “blocking his agen- from the last midterm election in people at Bells Mill Elementary, and ly decided ballot intuitive, voters vice on the bench. Judge Donald E. da and his division and his divisive 2014, when 35,444 people voted 572 people who voted at Churchill passed with 55.7 percent of the vote Beachley received 230,827 votes to rhetoric.” early in Montgomery County. High School as of 11 a.m. and a total of 166,028 votes to continue serving in office with 132,267 votes against. Question C 36,798 with votes cast against. asked voters to amend the County Judge Matthew Fader received Charter to allow members of the 74,929 votes to continue serving in SPACE FOR RENT County Council to have one or more office with 25,313 with votes cast Advertise Here. Call Lonnie Johnson at 301-306-9500 or e-mail [email protected] aides as non-merit employees, rather against. 4THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL NOVEMBER 8, 2018 OPINIONS &VIEWS Where do we go from here? as saying any firing of Jeff Sessions is a tipping point for their support Editor’s Notebook of the president. But Trump has proved time by Brian J. Karem and again there is actually no tip- ping point. He pushes. He bullies and threatens those around him. Republicans are jeering, the He said he wanted a softer Democrats are cheering while some tone, but he called me a comedian are searing over the recently con- and Acosta a reprehensible human cluded midterm elections. being who should be fired. I’m leering at the results and Wear it as a badge of honor, looking at a bunch of angry people. Jim my friend. No one is angrier than Presi- Trump is in desperation dent Donald Trump. He began the mode. Tilting at windmills and day declaring victory for himself walking back and forth across the and his party after losing the House. stage as he shouted his demented He conducted a news conference in appellations at Acosta he did not which he accused me of being a co- resemble anything remotely presi- median and told Jim Acosta he was dential. Then he apparently pulled a very bad person. Jim’s press pass. He insulted all the Republicans He called Jim rude. Others who didn’t “embrace” him and lost have as well. It is something I’ve their midterm elections. He went often been called. In fact after after the media again as being very walking out of the press conference bad hombres and dodged questions on Wednesday another reporter I about everything – including Attor- respect said me and Acosta were ney General Jeff Sessions. the worst. Some say Acosta, me and He fired Sessions later others are trying to make it all about Wednesday. us. We only want more time in front Trump then installed a loyalist of the camera. who doesn’t like the Mueller inves- Nothing could be further from tigation. Late Wednesday afternoon the truth. We want answers. Our job Congressman Jamie Raskin called puts us in front of a man who has Sessions’ firing a “Constitutional called us the enemy of the people, Crisis,” and said the House Judicia- “Fake News” and endangers us. ry Committee would address the is- From this I will not back down. sue later Wednesday evening. I will not criticize any tactic my fel- It now appears the daily news low reporters take in pursuit of their cycle is shorter than a presidential job. I will not contribute to the divi- news conference. Trump enter- siveness Trump himself is spread- tained and insulted like a bad ing. I will not play into that twisted standup comic on open mic night game he enjoys so much. for nearly and hour and a half I will stand there. I will call Wednesday. him on his blarney. Wednesday I I left thinking that of all the in- did not need the mic to call him out sults and news to be made from the and he responded to me several president’s appearance was a direct times as I questioned him as he answer to one of my questions. called us divisive. When he said we I kidded about Oprah Winfrey, first complained about him not hav- which prompted the comedian re- ing enough news conferences and mark. But the real question was then complained about him being something he inferred in his open- too accessible, I said that wasn’t ing statements. He said he could true. work with the Democrats, but if “No reporter in history has they started to investigate him then ever complained about a president the deal was off and he’d go after being too accessible,” the comedian them. told him. He answered me. He His “My way or the highway,” pushed back. But he didn’t have an approach was an attempt at intimi- answer to it. He couldn’t. dation. He further said if the De- At the end of the day the mocrats didn’t play ball with him midterm elections totally threw then he would blame everything on Trump for a loop. After having two them. years in power and with little to He is making an excellent case show for having control of the Sen- for being the most transparent pres- ate, House and the presidency, ident in history – if not the most Trump now faces a Democratic ma- honest one. jority in the House of Representa- But Trump has little care for tives that will investigate allega- honesty, the press, people who dis- tions of abuse and of criminal and agree with him or apparently mem- corrupt activity of Trump’s White bers of the G.O.P who fail to kiss House. his . . . uhmmm ring. It’s the last thing he wants and So the Republicans are in a the first thing he’ll see after the box. They’ve lost the House. They did cement their hold over the Sen- New Year.Welcome to Trump Land ate, but many, including Senator 2019. It’s going to be a Hell of a Lindsey Graham are on the record Ride. NOVEMBER 8, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 5 LETTERS The issue of race comes up in jury selection Fair and biting satire tor exercised peremptory chal- crimination in selecting the jury To the editor; THE lenges (in which a juror may be has been proven. Please do a better job of putting in fair and balanced articles and satire to COURT asked to be excused without show- The appellate Court held that your publication. I will reference the October 18th edition. Just for sake of ar- EPORT ing cause), and struck all African use of a statistical approach in eval- gument. R American jurors. The trial judge uating the jury pool is not the prop- I have written/emailed you before about the same problem a few years then looked at the racial composi- er method for the trial court to use back When it was President Obama you guys were all in love with him. tion of the remaining jury pool, and in determining the first step of the Mr. do no wrong!! Look at how many families lost there homes during noted that there was still what the Batson analysis, namely whether a his presidency. Worst economy in years. Consumer confidence is at a 18 year by Tom Ryan Court felt was an appropriately di- case of discrimination has been high. With President Trump your coverage is always so negative. verse racial makeup of the remain- shown on its face. That requires the Please look a little harder at what your putting in your paper first, it mat- When issues of race and con- ing jurors. The judge therefore re- judge to look at the jurors who ters!! Try to find a little love and compassion for our President. He is a hard stitutional issues arise, often statis- jected defense counsel’s “Batson were struck, and in this case the working man. He has done more for the United States then your showing or tical analysis is cited as part of the challenge” to the jury selection State conceded that each of the ju- telling here. discussion. Since the 1986 U.S. process. The jury convicted the de- rors stricken were of the same race. I'm not the only one in Montgomery County that feels this way. Don't be Supreme Court decision in Batson fendant of the drug offenses only, Therefore, the Court found that the fake news, report both sides to your readers. We are out here but just can't say v. Kentucky, it has been estab- and he appealed. trial judge should have gone on to it or show it in fear of getting ostracized. We all want what's best for the USA lished that it is a violation of the The appellate Court reviewed complete the process required to first, Yes. Then we can help the rest of the world. Socialism does not work. Equal Protection clause of the U.S. the proper procedure to decide a determine if there was discrimina- People want to come here because we are HAPPY people, remember Constitution for a prosecutor in a Batson challenge to the exercise of tory intent. In this case, the appel- that. criminal case to strike potential ju- jury strikes in a criminal case. It late Court referred the case back to Charlie Hertel rors from a jury pool on the basis of noted that first the lawyer raising the trial court to complete the other Montgomery County race. Whether statistics can play a the challenge must establish a case steps required to determine if there part in a court’s analysis was ex- of intentional discrimination on its was purposeful discrimination by editor’s note: This letter has more factual errors than a presidential news plored by a recent reported opinion face (such as striking all jurors of the State, which if proven would conference. But hey, you’re entitled to your opinion. from Maryland’s intermediate ap- one race). If the judge agrees a pri- require a new trial. pellate Court in the case of Daniel ma facie case of discrimination is Veterans Day Mills v. State of Maryland. shown, the attorney striking those . The Court’s opinion indicates jurors must then advise the judge of Thomas Patrick Ryan is a To the editor: that Mills was charged with multi- a race neutral reason for striking partner in the Rockville law firm of Veterans Day is observed to honor men and women who served in the United ple firearms and drug offenses. the jurors. The trial judge then de- McCarthy Wilson, which special- States Armed Forces. It coincides with Armistice Day to celebrate the Treaty During jury selection the prosecu- termines whether purposeful dis- izes in civil litigation. of Versailles ending World War I after the Allies defeated Germany's aggres- sion for European domination. In November 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed No- vember 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day with the following Be sure to do your civic duty in real estate words: “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and A common home buyer pref- Municipal infractions are also pen if you don’t comply. with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has erence is to buy a home that is not another name for code enforce- Typically, the municipal in- freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her within the confines of a HOA or ment. In his manual Municipal In- fraction process begins by a com- sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…” condo association. Maybe the fractions and Code Enforcement, plaint that triggers an investigation. U.S. Armistice Day was renamed Veterans Day in 1954. It is a Practice and Procedure for Munic- The investigator will inspect and solemn day of reflection with prayers from parents and spouses who have ipalities in the State of Maryland, witness any code violations. If lost their loved ones or continue to help veterans with disabilities. During na- Frank M. Johnson stated the need there are violations, the investiga- tional public ceremonies, retired veterans will volunteer to recall comradery for having such procedures by tor will notify you and attempt to and heroism. Homeless veterans need help. REAL saying “Most persons will follow resolve the issue(s). Most home There are eleven (11) ways to pay tribute to Veterans Day in Wash- STATE the law voluntarily, but the reality owners resolve the issue(s) with E is that when a law isn’t enforced, it the first notice. However, if you ington, DC. 1) Watch the Vietnam Veterans wreath-laying ceremony. 2) At- OLUTIONS tend the American Disability for Life Memorial pageant. 3) Pay tribute at Ar- S becomes less effective for every- don’t comply (or attempt to com- lington National Cemetery and the Women’s Memorial. 4) Walk through the one. Even those who voluntarily ply) with the first notice, you will Korean War Veterans Memorial. 5) Honor World War II veterans at the Na- comply are less likely to take a likely be fined. The court can also tional World War II Memorial. 6) Reflect at the United States Navy Memori- By Dan Krell law seriously when it’s known the order you to correct the issue(s), al. 7) Visit the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial (also known as the Iwo law won’t be enforced. In addi- which is called an “abatement or- Jima Memorial). 8) Visit the U.S. Airforce Memorial. 9) Visit a DC museum home buyer’s impression is that tion, steps to enforce the law often der.” If you don’t comply with the with special Veterans Day programs. 10) Travel to Mount Vernon, George HOAs and condo associations bul- involve the most serious viola- abatement order, your municipality ly home owners. But the truth is tions which, if not corrected, can can go on your property (and inside Washington’s estate welcomes active, former and retired military with free that HOA and condo association lead to results which have a signif- the home if necessary) to fix the is- admission on Veterans Day with a wreath-laying at Washington’s tomb. rules are created for a number of icant community and neighbor- sue(s) and send you the bill! If you Forward to future American Veterans Days: The November 6, 2018 reasons, which include health and hood impact.” don’t pay, a lien will be placed mid-term election has GOP Elephant footprints and Democrat Jackasses safety. If you don’t comply with Mr. Johnson’s manual was against your home, while collec- kicking dust. Previously elected Congress representatives to uphold the Con- the community rules, they can originally written for the City of tion actions are implemented. stitution, the Separation of Powers and a Bill of Rights have abridged their compel you do so. But even if you Gaithersburg, but was also adopt- Montgomery County’s De- oath to show sympathy with peace without limitations will not suppress dic- don’t live in an association man- ed by the Maryland Municipal partment of Housing and Commu- tatorial supremacists and fascism. U.S. politicians have passed the National aged community, it’s your civic League (www.mdmunicipal.org), nity Affairs (montgomerycoun- Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for 2019 at $716 billion. It is an $81 bil- duty to comply with county and/or which is a statewide non-profit as- tymd.gov/DHCA) also publishes lion increase over 2017. Russia and China are the bill’s targets. Bipartisan- municipal ordinances to maintain sociation that promotes municipal valuable information about the ship has given the President a big war check— which includes $6.5 billion to your home. administration. What started as a process. The Housing Code En- fund a “European Deterrence” to build up military capabilities of European Believe it or not, regardless of local handbook describing the en- forcement Handbook, is written states near Russia. NDAA has millions of dollars earmarked for nuclear war- where your home is located, your tire process of municipal infrac- for the public to understand hous- heads for submarine missiles. Ninety percent (90 %) of the world’s nuclear home has to satisfy health and tions (from complaint to enforce- ing code enforcement in the coun- weapons are in U.S. and Russian possession. The House and Senate have safety standards that are enforced ment), became a statewide tem- ty. The DHCA states that seasonal bundled sanctions against Russia, Iran and North Korea. It is no secret in- by your municipality (e.g., Mont- plate in code enforcement. issues are the most common code creased tensions with Russia are making a U.S. military build-up backed-up gomery County, City of Rockville, If you ever received a notice violations reported, such as over- by both Republicans and Democrats. As of July 31, 2018, debt held by the City of Gaithersburg, etc.). De- of municipal infraction, or just grown grass and weeds, dead trees public was $15.6 trillion and intragovernmental holdings were $5.7 trillion, ferred home maintenance can wondered how the process works, and snow-covered walkways. for a total of $21 trillion. surely affect the value of your check put the manual. The manual home. However, if it is found that describes why you’re receiving Dan Krell is a Realtor® with your home doesn’t meet code the citation, and how it can be en- RE/MAX Success in Potomac, Jack Martinelli standards, you can receive a notice forced. It also describes the appeal MD. You can access more infor- Rockville of a municipal infraction. process, as well as what can hap- mation at DanKrell.com 6 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL NOVEMBER 8, 2018 NEWS Local residents provide support to victims of Pittsburgh synagogue shooting shooting victims, lending a hand and Torchinsky wasn’t the only people continually came by. “Waves had lost two brothers-in-law and a By Suzanne Pollak @SuzannePollak easing the burden on funeral workers County resident who felt compelled and waves of people came -- individ- sister-in-law. Raskin went with his in Pittsburgh, who coordinated those to go. uals, families, clergy of different fellow rabbis to her job at the front While thousands of people funerals and other unconnected fu- Rabbi Uri Topolosky, of Kehilat faiths, school groups,” Topolosky desk of a condominium. flocked to area synagogues and nerals occurring on the same days. Pardes – the Rock Creek Synagogue said. “We sang with her,” he said. churches during the past two weeks She called the Jewish funeral in Aspen Hill, was enjoying his syna- “You saw on a street corner lit- While Raskin was touched with in a show of support for the 11 syna- home in Pittsburgh to offer assis- gogue’s gala the day after the shoot- erally the entire world. When some- all that he saw in Pittsburgh, he “was gogue attendees gunned down as tance. “They said to me, how soon ing when several people talked about one is killed because of who they are, totally moved” during an All Souls they prayed, others felt compelled to can you get up here?” she recalled. going to Pittsburgh the following because of their race, because of their Day ceremony he was invited to a travel to the Tree of Life synagogue Torchinsky arrived Tuesday and morning. The idea was “to bring a religion, it is an act of violence few days later at St. Francis Interna- in Pittsburgh itself. began handling the necessary paper- message of love, sympathy and sup- against the entire whole world,” tional School in Silver Spring. At least three County rabbis work and then participating in funer- port,” he explained. Topolosky said. Included with framed pictures went to the scene of the deadly at- als on Wednesday and Thursday, she “At the end of the day we went Raskin stood on the same street of school family and friends who had tack and spoke with mourners, while said. “It was emotionally over- there to bring comfort,” he said. “We corner, explaining, “I just felt called died were photos of the 11 Jews Joyce Torchinsky, founder and man- whelming.” also went to bear witness.” to that place. As a rabbi I wanted to killed in Pittsburgh. aging director of Torchinsky He- She also visited the Tree of Life Along with Rabbi Adam Raskin be with the people of Pittsburgh.” The students also handed him a brew Funeral Home, served as a fu- synagogue and saw the memorial of Har Shalom in Potomac and Rabbi Many of the people he met were stack of cards they had made and neral director during four of the fu- mourners had decorated with flow- Daniel Braune Friedman, director of shocked that something so horrible asked him to make sure they were nerals. ers, cards and other mementos. pastoral care at the Charles E. Smith could happen in their community, delivered to the Jewish community As the immediate past president “It was like a train wreck. You Life Communities’ Hebrew Home in Raskin said. of Pittsburgh. of KAVOD, an independent organi- didn’t want to look at it, but you Rockville, Topolosky traveled to “There was a lot of sadness and “It just blew me away, honest- zation for Jewish funeral chapels, couldn’t not,” she said of the “shrine Pittsburgh Monday morning. fear, shock and disbelief.” ly,” he said. “I was totally moved in a Torchinsky, of Olney, knew she to 11 souls” who were killed at “their For several hours, the rabbis During the day, mourners talked way I didn’t expect to be. There was could assist at the 11 funerals of the home away from home.” stood at the makeshift memorial as about a woman named Bonnie who so much support and love.” Silver Spring elementary school teacher Takoma Park to change policy Council, from $5,000 for profes- By Nickolai Sukharev receives Milken education award @Nickolai sional services and $10,000 for other single purchases of goods or dividual state departments of edu- sists during the school’s STEM By Suzanne Pollak TAKOMA PARK — For the services up to $50,000. They will @SuzannePollak cation for its list of nominees. night, reading night and talent first time in over 20 years, the also require that the City Manager Recipients are leaders, men- showcase. He has coached Girls on Takoma Park City Council will ex- sign contracts for all purchases A fourth-grade math teacher at tors and unsung heroes who are the Run and captains the staff’s plore the process that regulates the greater than $30,000. East Silver Spring Elementary early in their career. Foley said. softball and kickball teams. city’s purchasing and procurement The changes would also create School humbly accepted the 2018 - “We are looking for people with When asked how he planned practices in an effort that would an annual report to the City Coun- 2019 Milken Educator Award and a decades ahead of them.” to spend his $25,000, Quinn joked “give staff more flexibility,” ac- cil regarding all purchases be- large check for $25,000 on Friday, Quinn, an ardent Redskins about going to happy hour, but then cording to Deputy City Manager tween $30,000 and $50,000 and all Nov. 2. football fan, enjoys teaching, be- spoke of saving some, “maybe tak- Jason Damweber. emergency purchases between Annually, 40 teachers nation- cause, “Every day is new. It’s excit- ing a trip and buying something Currently, the city code de- $10,000 and $30,000 – along with wide receive the award from the ing.” nice for my mom” and coworkers, fines formal contracts, outlines immediate reports regarding all Milken Family Foundation. He explained that besides he said. transaction practices, and sets lim- emergency purchases above Brian Quinn, 35, gasped after math skills, he makes sure his stu- The prize was announced dur- its and thresholds on what the city $30,000. hearing he had won, and said, “I’m dents strive to “be the best you can ing an early morning school assem- staff is allowed to purchase without City Manager Suzanne Lud- shocked. I don’t think I am even in be.” He also tells them to “be a bly. When the students learned who the approval of the City Council. low added that previous snow- the Top 10. There are so many leader. Don’t be a follower.” had won, they immediately began Though the staff could not de- storms necessitated the city to con- greater teachers than me here.” The Salisbury University chanting, “Mr. Quinn, Mr. Quinn.” termine when the code was last tract for emergency snow removal When asked why he thought graduate, who earned a master’s The pre-kindergarten through amended on this issue, Damweber not foreseen in the budget. he was chosen for the national degree in curriculum and instruc- second grade students listened in- said it was “since at least before Proposed changes to proce- award, Quinn said, “I honestly tion for middle school mathematics tently as Foley told them, “Educa- [the year] 2000.” dural requirements would increase have no clue.” Quinn has been from the University of Maryland in tors have the most important job in “Our dollar thresholds [and] the purchase amount requiring teaching at the school for “six or 2016, said he strives to know his this country.” triggers for who must be approving competitive sealed bids and pro- seven years.” students and their families. Educators teach those in other certain types of purchases haven’t posals from $10,000 to $30,000; The math games that Quinn “I get invited to birthday par- fields who go on to win MVP, Os- kept pace with increasing costs,” increase the purchase amounts re- gets his students to create drew the ties,” said Quinn, who chairs the cars and Nobel prizes, she said. But Damweber said during the Oct. 24 quiring staff to obtain at least three Foundation to him as did the fact school’s math committee and col- teachers “haven’t had that kind of City Council meeting. “Changing proposals or quotes from $0- that 70 percent of his students test laborates with colleagues on teach- celebration,” she said. “That’s the code will allow us to make $10,000 to $10,000-$29,999; and at grade-level proficiency. ing strategies. He also mentors stu- wrong.” more timely purchases and … real- require staff to make reasonable According to the foundation, dent teachers and interns and To date, the foundation has ize some cost savings.” efforts to obtain the lowest cost for Quinn uses a data-driven, team- builds school relationships with lo- distributed more than 2,700 Damweber explained that the purchases below $10,000. centric strategy that stresses small cal businesses. awards, totaling $68 million. current code prevented the city’s Damwber also recommended group cooperation and individual- What makes Quinn excellent, The last teacher to win in IT staff from taking advantage of the city move to set up detailed ized instruction. said East Silver Spring Principal Montgomery County was Made- reduced-sale opportunities for regulations for the incorporation of The foundation described Michael Burd, is that “he takes the line Hanington, who was an Eng- software purchases. changing technology, scientific Quinn as, “an analytical yet caring time to get to know the whole stu- lish teacher at Gaithersburg Middle Proposed changes would up- understanding and environmental educator who demands success dent,” adding that when a student is School when she won in 2011. date Chapters 7.04, 7.08, and 7.12 certifications. from every student.” not having a good day, he tries to Attending the assembly were of the city code. Other changes would also al- Teachers cannot be nominated determine “what he may do to turn U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Mont- In terms of awarding authori- low the city manager to take ad- for this award, said Jane Foley, se- the day around.” gomery County Public Schools Su- ty, the Deputy City Manager’s pro- vantage of limited-sale offers. nior vice president at the Milken Quinn “is a relationship guy,” perintendent Jack Smith and Mary- posed amendments include in- The City Council will have a Family Foundation. Instead, the Burd said. land Superintendent of Schools creased dollar amounts of purchas- work session on the proposed foundation’s staff reaches out to in- Aside from math, Quinn as- Karen Salmon. es that must be approved by the changes on Wednesday, Nov. 7.

T he best place f or y o u r local new s T he S ent inel NOVEMBER 8, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 7 NEWS Post-election analysis of the 2018 midterm elections The Second Amendment was Supreme Court. It is for this very turnout in early voting across the sponse to the abhorrent behavior of designed to prevent the President of reason that the midterm election of nation, more than 38 million early Trump and his abandonment of our Paul’s View the United States from having his Nov. 6 took on such critical impor- voters, provided a clear indication long-held values as a nation while By own standing army. A citizen army tance. that turnout would be significantly the uptick among Republicans was Paul Schwartz meant that if you voted, you served, Whether you are a Trump sup- up from the 2014 midterms. Re- the result of a successful effort to and if you served, you voted. porter or not, it should be clear to member, in 2014, Maryland, a portray Brett Kavanaugh as a “vic- It is for this reason that the word- any individual not suffering from strong Democratic state, elected a tim.” ing of the Second Amendment con- denial that the last two years repre- Republican governor with a margin Regardless, it was always the To really appreciate the impor- cerning “a well regulated Militia” is sented a complete abandonment of of victory approximating the differ- degree of motivation of the indepen- tance of the Nov. 6 election, it is es- so critical and equally as defining as the concept of checks and balances. ence in Democrat turnout from the dent voters combined with millenni- sential to first understand one of the the wording regarding “the right of The results of the Nov. 6 election, 2006 midterm to the 2014 midterm als, minorities and women of either primary goals of our founding fa- the people to keep and bear Arms, however, would make it abundantly in Montgomery County alone. party that would most likely deter- thers when drafting the Constitu- shall not be infringed.” A citizen sol- clear whether the people of this na- There is an old saying that when mine the outcome on Nov. 6. Unfor- tion. More than just about anything, dier needed to have ready access to tion do, indeed, believe in the need Democrats vote, Democrats win. tunately, those constituencies did in crafting the Constitution, the “arms.” for checks and balances and the sep- The problem with that thinking is not speak as loudly as needed to founding fathers wanted to prevent Possibly most relevant to the aration of powers and the wisdom that although registered Democrats send a significant enough message the newly-formed federal govern- founding fathers’ concern about au- found in the guiding principles of far outnumber registered Republi- regarding the importance of the sep- ment from becoming an autocracy. tocratic leadership was their com- our Constitution. cans across the nation, that is not the aration of powers and the effective After breaking free from the mitment to the concept of “separa- With a Democrat takeover of case in several individual so-called reining in of the abuse of power by aristocracy of King George III, the tion of powers” and their incorpora- either the House of Representatives “red” states such as North Dakota, and the abhorrent behavior of the drafters of our Constitution were tion of checks and balances in the or the Senate or both, at least one of Indiana, Georgia and Texas in which current president. Nevertheless, a hell-bent on preventing the Presi- design of our federal government in the three branches of our govern- Republicans far outnumber Democ- message was still sent, if not as loud dent of the United States, whoever the Constitution. This is made clear ment, the legislative branch, would rats. as expected. he may be then or in the future, from in the first three Articles of the Con- be in position to provide some What makes this year’s turnout Fortunately, the House of Rep- becoming a despot. stitution as they designed the leg- check on the powers of the presi- a bit different is it should have been resentatives races across the nation You can see this right off the islative branch, the executive dency and, in so doing, place the re- not only about Democrats versus resulted, in effect, the reining in of bat in the first two amendments to branch and the judicial branch of sponsibilities to the people of this Republicans, but as much about this president. As of this writing, all the Constitution. our government with each designed nation above the loyalty to the auto- pro-Trump versus anti-Trump re- indications are that the Democrats The First Amendment provides to provide a check on the others. cratic hand of King Donald the First gardless of political party. Yes, the won back the House of Representa- protection against government pro- What the founding fathers did (and, I hope, the last). polls leading up to the election indi- tives with a margin exceeding the hibitions on the freedom of speech not envision, however, was a Trump Elections, as is often the case, cated that voter enthusiasm among additional 23 seats needed. With and the press, the right to peaceably presidency combined with a Mc- are determined based on turnout. both Democrats AND Republicans that comes the chairmanship of assemble and petition, and the right Connell Senate, a Ryan House of The 2018 midterms turned out to be were significantly up. Among De- House committees and the ability to to practice one’s religion. Representatives and a Roberts no different. The record-breaking mocrats the uptick was clearly a re- conduct real investigations. 8THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL NOVEMBER 8, 2018 COVER STORY Elrich takes County Executive in a landslide County’s already poor reputation “Public financing works; big While Ficker has run many times “Residents First, ” for business. Ficker attacked Elrich dollar donors lost,” Elrich said. unsuccessfully for office, during From page one as having a campaign backed by During the campaign, Floreen the campaign, he touted his success progressive political action com- ran on a platform of appealing to in- in getting two referendums passed: “I got a $5.5-billion budget; if I mittees and unions while taking dependent and center-left County one limiting Council members to can’t find ways to save money in public campaign finance. voters, people who traditionally three consecutive terms and one re- that budget and to repurpose it for Elrich said he resented claims leaned Democratic, but worried the quiring unanimous approval for a things that are really important – that he was dangerous, saying that County’s taxes were too high and property tax increase above the rate then something is wrong with us,” the people of Montgomery County that the strongly progressive and of inflation. Elrich said. did not buy the accusations made left-wing Elrich, would turn busi- While Ficker hoped to capital- For three terms on the County against him. nesses away — but those fears did ize on an unpopular 8.7-percent Council, Elrich earned a reputation The road to County Executive not turn into votes against Elrich. property tax increase the County as a dissenter. While County Coun- for Elrich was long. Democrats also worried about Council approved in 2016, it was all cil votes are often unanimous, El- It began in the primary, in Floreen’s candidacy. for naught, as he finished in third rich would often be the lone Coun- which Elrich ran against five other A lifelong Democrat, Floreen behind Elrich and Floreen. cil member voting against some Democrats, including David Blair, switched her party affiliation to un- His campaign was marked by bills, especially those that pertained a former CEO of Catalyst Health affiliated after the Democratic Pri- PHOTO BY NEAL EARLEY colorful trash talk, calling both El- to the County’s plans for develop- Solution, who spent millions of dol- mary to run in the general election. March Elrich rich and Floreen “couch potatoes” ment. lars of his own money in the cam- Many Democrats feared that Flo- ily contributed to her campaign. who were incapable of brining Elrich has earned a reputation paign. reen’s candidacy could split the De- While Elrich and Ficker opted to change to Montgomery County. as a union-backing progressive Blair became Elrich’s chief ri- mocratic vote, making room for use the County’s new public cam- At his party in Potomac, Ficker through his years on the County val during the campaign, spending something that was previously paign finance system, Floreen’s late did not give a concession speech, Council. In 2017 Elrich led the ef- $5.4 million in the race – most of thought as unthinkable – a Ficker entry into the race in July meant but did make himself available to fort on the County Council to in- which was his own money. victory and a Republican County that she could not use public funds the media. crease the County’s minimum Blair’s campaign was much Executive. to run her campaign – and she had After the results came in, Fick- wage, which drew the ire of busi- like Floreen’s. While Blair refused “We have made history,” Flo- to rely on big donors she said. er noted that Elrich would not keep ness owners, who claimed that it to go negative in his campaign, he reen told supporters.“It looks like “It’s been an incredible time. his promise to not raise taxes. was another burdensome regula- focused on growing the County’s Mr. Elrich has a clear majority. I We touched a lot of nerves,” she “I would say that we’re tion. While Elrich’s progressive tax base and streamlining regula- wish Mr. Elrich and Montgomery told her supporters. “In 120 days, doomed to be getting a tax increase reputation endeared him to his base, tions that hinder business. County the best.” we made a campaign,” gathering very soon because that’s been his it angered some centrist residents But on Primary Election night For Elrich, Floreen’s campaign more than 700 volunteers and history, and I don’t see that County who wanted fewer taxes and a in June, Blair’s lead with Elrich was another attempt by the money $930,000. “We unleashed a lot of revenues are going to be increasing friendlier business climate. shrunk, until Elrich took a slight interests in the County to take him excitement.” under his watch, and I see that Elrich, who calls himself an lead, by a few hundred votes, with down. While Floreen received only For Ficker, the campaign was County expenditures are going to activist, had to fight claims that he thousands of uncounted ballots. 67,402 votes, she said her short- about one thing – change. be increasing under his watch,” was dangerous for Montgomery After more than a week of lived campaign made waves. Ficker, who is a lawyer and po- Ficker said. County. Floreen attacked Elrich as election workers counting ballots, During the campaign Floreen litical activist, has made a habit of too far outside the mainstream, say- Elrich came out on top – by just 77 had to resist calls that she was being a thorn in the side of the Kathleen Stubbs and Suzanne ing electing him would hurt the votes over Blair. “bought” by developers, who heav- County’s political establishment. Pollack contributed to this story. Five Damascus J.V. football players charged with 2nd degree rape “Five Charged, ” football team had made allegations either on social media or by word of the alleged crimes, which apparently “Due to the tender ages of of hazing against their teammates, mouth, for two reasons. occurred in a Damascus High everyone involved, we’re closely From page one adding that the allegations did not “We encourage everyone to School male locker room Wednes- guarding the details, facts and cir- involve members of the varsity foot- avoid spreading rumors online or in day, according to a news release. cumstances related to this criminal Wednesday. ball team. person,” Smith wrote in the letter “Investigators were able to in- event,” Starks said. Starks clarified that the assaults Crouse announced that the obtained by the Montgomery Coun- terview victims as well as others Starks said the victims and sus- occurred “shortly after school dis- school forfeited the junior varsity ty Sentinel. “Not only can these ru- who had information related to this pects knew each other. missal.” football game scheduled for Thurs- mors be hurtful, but they can also be event, were able to detain and speak He said police have not con- “The alleged behavior is upset- day afternoon. a distraction to the investigation.” with suspects, consulted with the firmed whether the students in- ting and unacceptable and will not Montgomery County Public Smith also wrote that MCPS state’s attorney’s office, and devel- volved were athletes. be tolerated at Damascus HS,” Prin- Schools superintendent Jack Smith will speak to students next week to oped the charges they’ve been Montgomery County Police en- cipal Casey Crouse said in a letter to wrote a letter to MCPS staff inform- inform them about harassment, haz- charged with,” said Starks. courage anyone with additional in- families Thursday afternoon. ing them of the alleged incident on ing and bullying, and to educate Investigators identified four formation related to the investiga- Crouse said school administra- Saturday morning. them how to report it in case they ex- boys under 18 as victims. The three tion to contact the Special Victims tors received information Thursday Smith asked that no one share perience it or witness it. suspects and all four alleged victims Investigations Division at 240-773- that members of the junior varsity rumors about the alleged incident, Police continue to investigate are Damascus High School students. 5400. Council incumbents return with new fresh faces thanks to term limits “Council, ” on, that really can really start to do Privette said the voter turnout speech to the crowd. our work force development, sup- just that.” truly surprised him and that he “It is going to take all of us port our seniors and our children. From page one In addition to the candidates, wishes that more people, especially working together in sustaining that Let’s make progress on pre-K, re- local voters from the area came out the youth, would come out and sup- broad coalition to meet the full po- build housing; let’s build schools;” tire life, he knows personally what to show their support and expressed port candidates. tential of this council,” Democratic The Republican and Green can- the issues are and what the commu- their reasons for attending the watch “The turnout is great,” he said. Candidate Gabe Albornoz told the didates could not be reached for nity truly needs. party. "To see different type of people. But crowd. “And I have extreme confi- comment as of midnight, when the “The idea that you can come “I hope to see change, especial- I would like to see a little more dence that we will be able to achieve votes were counted. here go to a good school, afford to ly in housing,” said James Privette, younger people, like 17-32, espe- that.” The totals were: Democrats: live here, work a good job and retire 26, a voter who currently resides in cially in this area; we have to find a Democratic candidate Hans Glass; 229,339; Albornoz, 224,366; with dignity-- those things are slip- Beltsville. “You know, we have a lot way to get them involved in poli- Riemer also spoke to the crowd en- Jawondo, 222,040; Riemer ping way from a lot of people,” said of issues in the surrounding areas; tics.” thusiastically. “We can do this if we 217,384. Jawando. “I really think that this they are overpriced, especially for During the party, the Democra- do this together,” he said. “So let’s Republicans: Dyer, 73,585; council, coming in with the leaders people who are just trying to survive tic candidates took the time to intro- work together to support our Fiotes, JR, 63,815; Musser, 66,287; that we’ve elected, with me getting every day.” duce themselves and give a short schools, support college, support Skolnick 67,960. NOVEMBER 8, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 9

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COURTESY PHOTO Gil Shaham Shaham shows an interest in everything Then, Shaham admitted, his fa- Closing the recital will be what By Barbara Trainin Blank @traininblank ther studied violin. Shaham called the “meat of the pro- For more than 50 years, WPA gram and a beloved classic” – Cesar Violinist Gil Shaham has won has created opportunities to connect Franck’s “Sonata in A Major.” the kind of praise that would turn the community to artists, in both “It’s one of the great sonatas, the head of any musician. educational programs and perfor- with separate piano and violin The Washington Post, for ex- mances. melodies coming together in ample, extolled his “go-for-broke Shaham called Greater D.C. Beethovenian fashion,” Shaham passion, his silvery tone, spot-on- one of his favorite performance said. “I’m mesmerized by the last intonation and meticulously mold- destinations. He’s been coming to movement. It’s a crown, a miracle ed phrasing.” the area almost annually for the past of melody presented in a canon.” The multiple Grammy winner 30 years, citing its “great audi- A native of Champaign-Ur- has appeared with the Berlin Phil- ences.” bana, Illinois, who now lives in harmonic, Boston Symphony, New Shaham’s program on Nov. 15 New York, the violinist spent his York Philharmonic, and Orchestre is eclectic, reflecting his desire to formative years in Israel. He began de Paris, among many others. “play works I love to play.” Accom- studying violin at the Rubin Acade- The violinist will be demon- panying him in a few pieces is pi- my at the age of seven with Shmuel strating both his musical talent and anist and longtime friend, Akira Bernstein, who “used to bribe his personality on Nov. 15, when he Eguchi, whom Shaham calls a students with candy,” Shaham performs for Washington Perform- “master and my hero.” laughed. ing Arts at The Music Center of The program opens with Fritz In 1981, he debuted both with Strathmore. Kreisler’s “Preludium and Alle- the Jerusalem Symphony and Israel But if interviewing Shaham is- gro,” a virtuosic piece in the Philharmonic, later studying at Juil- n’t easy, it’s not because he’s inac- Baroque style that Shaham calls a liard and Columbia University. cessible. On the contrary. “lifetime favorite.” Shaham exclusively plays a He’s likely to show so much Following are “The Singing 1699 “Countess Polignac” Stradi- interest in the reporter he or she for- Turk: Sonata No. 2 for Violin and varius. gets who’s doing the interviewing. Piano” – a contemporary work by “It costs more than that,” he He’s also a storyteller and Scott Wheeler drawing on operatic quipped. “The story goes that the sometime jokester. themes – and “Nigunim” (Sonata violin belonged to the family of In speaking about his choice of No. 3) by Avner Dorman, an Israeli Benjamin Franklin’s Parisian mis- profession, Shaham said: composer who wrote the piece for tress.” “My parents are both scien- Orli Shaham. Regardless, Shaham said, tists,” he said. “My father’s a physi- “Nigunim,” which means “every violin has its own personali- cist, and my mother is a geneticist – melodies in Hebrew, reflects a ty and own voice. I’m playing it for so I couldn’t keep up with the din- 19th-century movement to capture 30 years, and just now am learning ner conversation. I rebelled and traditional Jewish folk melodies in what it can do. It has incredible col- played violin.” concert music. ors and textures.” Only, his sister Orli is a pianist, One highlight of Shaham’s re- The recital starts at 8 p.m. at and their brother, while a scientist, cent years includes his recording The Music Center of Strathmore, also plays piano. and performances of J. S. Bach’s 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North All three of Shaham’s children complete sonatas and partitas for Bethesda. For tickets, call 202-785- with his wife, Adele Anthony, a solo violin. Next on the program 9727, or visit: concert violinist, play either violin will be the composer’s “Partita No. www.strathmore.org/events-and- or piano. 3 in E Major for Solo Violin.” tickets/wpa-gil-shaham. NOVEMBER 8, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 11 NEWS Montgomery County, Maryland Department of Environmental Protection

PUBLIC NOTICE Application for Temporary Noise Waiver

The Department of Environmental Protection is currently evaluat- ing an application for a Temporary Noise Waiver as allowed under the Montgomery County Noise Control Ordinance, Chapter 31B, Section 11(a).

A Temporary Noise Waiver is being requested by Purple Line Tran- sit Constructors, 8555 16th St., Suite 601, Silver Spring, Maryland, for work related to parking lot modifications at the Silver Spring In- ternational School, 313 Wayne Ave., as part of the Purple Line tran- sit project. The applicant is requesting to work expanded hours that will include Saturdays. This will allow the work to meet the Mary- land Transit Authority mandated schedule for delivery. The work is scheduled to begin in mid-November 2018 and may continue through the end of December 2018. The proposed work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

The application and related documents are available for public in- spection and can be viewed on the Department's website by visiting the Noise Waivers & Suppression Plans page at: https://www.mont- gomerycountymd.gov/DEP/contact/noise- documents.html#waivers. The Department will receive comments on the application for a minimum of ten (10) days after publication COURTESY PHOTO of this notice. Bob Levey

Comments, questions or requests to examine documents may be di- rected to Steve Martin, DEP/DEPC, 255 Rockville Pike, Suite 120 Rockville, MD, 20850. Telephone 240-777-7746, Fax 240-777- First novel draws on contemporary 7715 or email [email protected]. journalism, area politics – with a touch of 00035467 1t 11/08/18 romance Montgomery County, Maryland ment one of his habits: when he’s at “The book about a particular Department of Environmental Protection By Barbara Trainin Blank @traininblank an airport, he’ll read the first few station battling over a Rush Lim- pages of the top 10 best-selling nov- baugh figure, with a complicated PUBLIC NOTICE It’s a well-established tradition els and is generally not impressed. plot,” he said, referring to the conser- Application for Temporary Noise Waiver that journalists turn to fiction writ- “I like to think my plot and char- vative talk-show host and political ing. Take Hemingway as one exam- acterizations are strong and that I’ve commentator. The Department of Environmental Protection is currently evaluat- ple. avoided a lot of blood and gore, and Writing hundreds of words ing an application for a Temporary Noise Waiver as allowed under Add to that list Bob Levey, a sex scenes every two minutes.” comes easily to Levey, after his years the Montgomery County Noise Control Ordinance, Chapter 31B, longtime columnist for The Wash- The obvious question many of journalism and three books about Section 11(a). ington Post who has just published have asked is whether Felder is really journalism that he co-authored. his first novel. Levey. Much harder than writing, in A Temporary Noise Waiver is being requested by Schuster Con- “Larry Felder, Candidate,” He absolutely denies it. Levey’s opinion, is the rewriting and struction, 3717 Crondall Lane, Ownings Mills, Maryland, for the however is not divorced from jour- Felder is earnest, but Levey is reshaping. purpose of performing nighttime construction for a large concrete nalism. The eponymous successful full of humor. Since he’s written for Meanwhile he said his first nov- pour at 7900 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda. The concrete pour must be columnist in mid-life decides to run the Post some 60 advance obituaries, el is doing well – both in terms of au- for Congress. Naturally, the course and only four of the subjects have dience interest and coverage. He’s accomplished as one continuous pour and due to the volume of con- doesn’t run smooth – as Felder’s path died so far, Levey declared: “If you pleased John Kelley, the man who crete involved necessary for the large support girders. The work is strewn with accusations of corrup- want to live forever, have me write took over his Post column, is devot- hours need to be expanded beyond the normal daytime hours (7:00 tion, a lovesick campaign manager, your obit.” ing one to it. a.m. to 5 p.m.) to facilitate this large pour, which will help alleviate and an assault unrelated to either Plus, Larry Felder wears brown He is also attending many pri- traffic congestion and pedestrian safety impacts. The work is journalism or politics. socks, which is something Levey vate and public readings. One of the scheduled to be performed in mid-November and the requested start Of course, Felder is married – never does. events takes place on Nov. 15, at 8 time is 4:00 a.m. but therein lies one of the book’s sur- “There’s a little brush of me, a.m., at Jaleo restaurant in Bethesda. prises. maybe,” the author said. “Basically, But perhaps what makes Levey The application and related documents are available for public in- This may be his first novel, but he’s an amalgam of the many bril- proudest is that, in his opinion, he is- spection and can be viewed on the Department’s website by visiting Levey said he had no doubts of his liant political reporters I’ve worked n’t following the footsteps of “so the Noise Waivers & Suppression Plans page at: https://www.mont- ability to write it. with for 52 years in DC. He especial- many novelists, who look at novels gomerycountymd.gov/DEP/contact/noise- For one thing, anyone who’s ly has a resemblance to David Brody. as an act of revenge” against some- documents.html#waivers. The Department will receive comments been a reporter and columnist for a I like to think the book is a really god one or another. on the application for a minimum of ten (10) days after publication major newspaper for nearly 40 years snapshot of downtown D.C. and For him, “Larry Felder, Candi- of this notice. is unlikely to suffer from writer’s Montgomery County politics.” date” is an act of love. block. Levey, a Montgomery County “It’s love for journalism, the Then, Levey sees fiction writing resident, said he wrote the first draft people I worked with, and Mont- Comments, questions or requests to examine documents may be di- as wonderful, compared to “tending of “Larry Felder, Candidate” in a gomery County – my three loves,” rected to Steve Martin, DEP/DEPC, 255 Rockville Pike, Suite 120 to see the world in 770 words” as his week – without any stimulants ex- Levey said. “I hope this will beam Rockville, MD, 20850. Telephone 240-777-7746, Fax 240-777- column required. “I can take the cept “a lot of coffee.” through.” 7715 or email [email protected]. white lines and move them outward, He’s fast at work on another Levey’s debut novel is self-pub- expand the characters and expand the book of fiction, reflecting his posi- lished, and can be purchased at his 00035510 1t 011/08/18 depth,” he said. tion 25 years ago as a local radio talk- web site: www.bobleveypublish- Levey also found encourage- show host. ing.com. 12 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL NOVEMBER 8, 2018 NEWS Honda Insight tries again to challenge the Prius Prius configuration (an extra- miserly Eco version manages 56 Auto Drive mpg). Like the Prius, the Insight can by accelerate at low speeds in all- electric mode and also sometimes Brady Holt switch off the engine even at high- way speeds. However, the tested Insight returned highway mileage If you’re shopping for an af- in the low-40s — in line with a fordable hybrid, chances are gas-only Civic. you’re looking at the best-selling The Insight also doesn’t have Toyota Prius or its Hyundai Ioniq the sporty feel of the Civic. Thanks rival, which the Sentinel reviewed to its electric motor, the Insight ac- earlier this year. celerates silently at low speeds, But there’s a new rival to but when you need any extra these compact hatchbacks: the oomph, the gas engine activates 2019 Honda Insight, essentially a with an unhappy drone. And while gas-electric version of the Civic there’s a selectable sport mode, the sedan, only designed to blend in steering and handling responses rather than stand out. remain muted. That’s not to say the With a competitive starting Insight is terribly slow, noisy or price of $23,725 and EPA ratings otherwise unpleasant to drive — of up to 52 mpg in mixed driving, just that it’s not especially sporty. the new Insight is a new small The same applies to the Prius and sedan that’s an appealing fit for Ioniq. puttering around Montgomery The Insight’s interior quality County. trumps those competitors, though, Nineteen years ago, the first- especially in the generously generation Insight was the first hy- leather-trimmed Touring trim. The brid sold in the United States. Like Prius in particular focuses on fu- the dozens of models that followed turistic styling over plush build it, that Insight combined a gasoline quality, while the Insight and Ioniq engine with an electric motor. offer user-friendly controls and the Thanks to the electric motor’s latest smartphone connectivity, but help, the engine needed less gaso- anonymous interior styling. line, improving gas mileage. The Insight also doesn’t try to That’s the same approach that look hybrid-like on the outside — continues today, only in a greatly similar to the Civic Hybrid but un- improved package. The first-gener- like the previous two Insight gen- ation Insight was a two-seat hatch- erations. It’s more like a toned- back, a diminutive transportation down Civic sedan. For a Honda pod built mainly to sip fuel. To- hybrid that looks out of the ordi- day’s model combines comfortable nary, upgrade to the $34,295 Clari- seating for four (five in a pinch) ty, a midsize plug-in hybrid that with even better gas mileage. In to- can go up to 48 miles on an electric day’s EPA testing, the first-genera- charge before needing help from tion Insight managed 47 mpg with its gas engine. its optional automatic transmission Because the Insight is a sedan — 5 mpg less than the bigger, instead of a hatchback, you don’t heavier 2019 model. get a big open-cargo hold if you The Insight is the spiritual fold down the rear seat, as you successor to the Civic Hybrid, a would in the Ioniq or Prius. The In- gas-electric Civic sedan that Hon- sight does at least have a nice 15 da sold from 2003 to 2015. Honda cubic feet of trunk space, among is hoping to combine the Insight’s the best of today’s compact sedans. name recognition with the every- Overall, the Insight won’t be day functionality that won fans for your first choice for highway dri- the Civic Hybrid over the years. ving, carrying cargo or standing The Civic Hybrid did see few- out visually. But for refinement, er and fewer fans toward the end of fuel economy and value, you won’t its life — but a likely culprit was a want to overlook this Honda. dwindling fuel economy advan- Visit tinyurl.com/insight-sen- tage. The 2015 Civic Hybrid aver- tinel to see more photos of the test- aged 44 mpg, not only worse than ed 2019 Honda Insight. the competing Prius but even than Brady Holt is a member of the Honda’s own larger Accord Hy- Washington Automotive Press As- brid. sociation. The 2019 Insight is rated at 52 mpg in the base LX and midlevel EX trims, and 48 mpg in the tested Brady Holt is a member of the top-level Touring. The 52-mpg rat- Washington Automotive Press Associ- COURTESY PHOTO ing matches the most-common ation. The 2019 Insight.

ADVERTISE in Call Lonnie Johnson at 301-306-9500 or e-mail [email protected] NOVEMBER 8, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 13 TRAVEL Running with the Blue Wave across the country I thanked the son, wished Mr. R a nice day, and beat a hasty retreat. No holes appeared in my back. Doing some research later, I found that Mr. R had committed a Class C felony under Washington state law (Section 132Q-10-215), punishable by up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. But I did- n’t go back, call the police, or per- form a citizen’s arrest. Somehow I didn’t think that would win many new votes. I had gotten into this situation because I was tired of yelling at Donald Trump on the TV screen in Silver Spring every night. I did a na- Travel Tales tionwide search for the best US Con- By gressional candidate I could find Llewellyn Toulmin who was a woman (not enough women in Congress), in a toss-up District (didn’t want to waste my ef- “Get the f**k out of here, you fort), and not a lawyer or an ex-pros- f**king Democrat! And on your ecutor (waaaay too many of those in way, I’ll shoot you in the back!” Congress), who would likely vote That is the new level of political dis- for impeachment. When I learned course in this country, at least as that Kim Schrier had an undergradu- heard from a diehard Republican in ate degree in astrophysics, Phi Beta Washington state’s 8th Congression- Kappa, from UC-Berkeley, I was al District. very impressed. Not many astro- I was south of Seattle in Sep- physicists in Congress these days! tember 2018, trying to “Flip the Then I found out that her oppo- 8th”-- convert it from Republican to nent, Dino Rossi, was a “Mini-Me” Democratic. I was door-belling for lickspittle disciple of Trump, a de- Dr. Kim Schrier, a pediatrician who veloper and landlord worth $30 mil- had entered politics when the Trump lion, who advocated 18th century- administration had tried to eliminate style “homes for unwed mothers” Obamacare benefits for many of her and wanted to lower the minimum PHOTO BY LEW TOULMIN Dino Rossi, Republican Candidate for Congress in Washington state’s 8th Congressional District, literally running patients and for 32000 other people wage for youth. I immediately for office at the Ellensburg, Washington Rodeo Parade in her District alone. bought my plane ticket to Seattle. The MiniVAN Democratic soft- I committed to working for the was first rated as “toss-up” by Saba- Florida. ware on my smartphone was telling campaign for a month, as a volun- to’s Crystal Ball, and then in early me to find a particular address in a teer. I rented a small car, and stayed September was re-rated as “leaning rural neighborhood near the Green in the basement of my cousin’s Democratic.” Schrier’s own polls River Gorge. But I couldn’t find it. home, who lived near the 8th Dis- showed her leading by just one per- Walking through the cold drizzle, I trict. But Dr. Kim was such a terrific cent in late September. approached a house with a wide candidate – articulate, smart and As a result, the Republicans porch and six people sitting around a compassionate – that I would have poured over $3.8 million into the table. “Howdy,” I called from the happily spent the money for a hotel race, while Democrats, including street, “Do you know where the if necessary. Emily’s List and the Democratic Johnson family lives?” The campaign’s strategy Congressional Campaign Commit- “Who wants to know and through early September was to fo- tee, put in $2.8 million. why?” came the aggressive reply cus on local issues (rather than It was amazing to see the ener- from the 50-ish, bleary-eyed man Trump), especially health care, since gy and spirit in the campaign. I had facing me. that was Dr. Schrier’s strong suit. not worked in a political campaign “Hi,” I replied, “I am Lew Toul- She also had progressive positions since the Nixon Administration. I min, a volunteer for Dr. Kim Schrier on the environment, transport, edu- had forgotten the excitement and for US Congress, and I want to give cation and especially on pre-existing sense of purpose. The number of them some literature.” health conditions. Kim herself had volunteers was incredible. While “Is she a Democrat or Republi- developed Type 1 juvenile diabetes opponent Dino Rossi was reportedly can?” asked the man. “Sir, she’s a at age 16, so she knew a lot about paying his entire field staff, all of the Democrat,” I said, and he began such conditions. hundreds of Schrier field volunteers spewing forth his party platform of Campaign tactics were mainly were exactly that. death threats and obscenities. focused on the field work “ground So, did Dr. Kim Schrier win? I was astonished, but what hap- game” – phone calling and knocking What were voter reactions – other pened next surprised me even more. on doors to identify likely and certain than the occasional death threat? A younger man leapt up and stood Democratic voters, and undecideds, For the answers, you’ll have to read behind Mr. Republican, and yelled, who would all be contacted again in my column next month! “Shut up, Dad! You’re an idiot! I the last month of the campaign. support the Resist Trump move- The 8th District was viewed by ment!” He flashed two middle fin- both political parties as one of the Lew Toulmin worked for Cesar gers at his father, and hollered at me, ten most important swing districts in Chavez of the United Farm Workers “Keep it up, pal! Keep handing out the country. It was gerrymandered and for AFSCME, AFL-CIO, and PHOTO BY LEW TOULMIN your literature! She’s got my vote!” to be perpetually Republican, but managed two political campaigns in Dr. Kim Schrier at the Ellensburg, Washington Rodeo Parade. 14 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL NOVEMBER 8, 2018 CALENDAR 25What’s happening this week in Montgomery County November 8, 2018 – November 14, 2018 STRATHMORE donations welcome at the door. James Buswell has performed more than one hundred concertos with PAINT NIGHT • MARY POPPINS JR. – KAT SECOND orchestras on five continents. He was a GRAM- Nov. 14. 6:30 – 9:00 P.M. Come join the Sandy STAGE FRIDAY, NOV 9, 2018 – SUNDAY, NOV MY® nominee for his recording of the Barber Vio- Spring Volunteer Fire Department (SSVFD) Auxil- 11, 2018, 7:30 PM | $12-15 lin Concerto with the Royal Scottish National Or- iary in creating 4 of your own hand-crafted holiday chestra. At this concert, he will be performing Bach ornaments. No experience is required. The class is • CREOLE & ZYDECO FOR KIDS FRIDAY, to Kodály: works for solo violin and collaborations led by local artist, Ellen Lafferty, who will take the NOV 9, 2018 – SATURDAY, NOV 10, 2018, 1:00 with Pressenda Chamber Players cellist Tobias group, step-by-step, through the fun painting PM | $12-15 Werner and pianist Read Gainsford. Audience process. Doors Open at 6:00 pm. Where: The “Oak members are invited to a post-concert Wine & Room” Banquet Hall at SSVFD Station 4, 17921 • DANIKA & THE JEB THURSDAY, NOV 15, Words in the church social hall - a fun and informal Brooke Road, Sandy Spring, MD 20860. Cost: $35 2018, 7:30 PM | $25-35 question and answer session with the musician, with for each painter (all supplies included). Make check complimentary beverages. payable to the “SSVFD Auxiliary.” Light refresh- STRATHMORE ments will be provided. Reserve your seat by No- vember 7, 2018 by contacting: • THE NEW CHINESE ACROBATS FRIDAY, NOV 9 & 10 Arlene France at (240) 393-8091 or paintnightin- NOVEMBER 9, 2018, 7:30 PM | THE MUSIC [email protected] ROCKVILLE MUSICAL THEATRE PRE- CENTER SENTS "BRIGADOON" Nov. 09 & 10. 8:00 – 10:30 P.M. and Nov. 11. • BSO: POULENC CONCERTO FOR TWO PI- 2:00 – 4:30 P.M. The mystery and beauty of the UPCOMING ANOS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2018, 8:00 Scottish Highlands is the backdrop for Lerner and BIG USED BOOK SALE PM |THE MUSIC CENTER Loewe’s magical tale about following your heart COURTESY PHOTO Nov. 17. 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. The Rockville and the power of love. Music by Frederick Loewe The strength and flexibility of The New Chinese Acrobats, created Friends of the Library (FOL) will hold a large book Book and Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner. Where: F. in collaboration with the world-famous Cirque Eloize, will be on full sale in the Rockville Memorial Library on Saturday, THE FILLMORE Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, Rockville Civic Center display at the Strathmore on Friday, November 9, at 7:30 pm. The November 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a won- Park, 603 Edmonston Drive, Rockville, MD 20851. skilled acrobats bring award-winning acts from prestigious circus derful opportunity to buy for yourself or for holiday • DOM KENNEDY: WIN OR LOSE TOUR Door will open 30 minutes before showtime for this festivals such as Monte Carol Circus Festival and World Circus gifts. Most books are $1 or less, but there are some FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2018, 8:00 PM assigned seating event. Cost: Tickets: Adults $25 / Festival of Paris to The Music Center. special (coffee table) books that cost a bit more. We Seniors (62+) and Students $23 have fiction, non-fiction, childrens’, young adult, bi- • MAYDAY PARADE WITH THIS WILD ographies, history, philosophy, cookbooks, media LIFE, WILLIAM RYAN KEY & OH, WEATHER- (including CD’s and DVD’s), how-to books, and LY THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15 AT 7:00 PM NOV 10 FOOD ADDICTS ANONYMOUS all ages, as well as adults with an interest in being more. The sale will take place in the first-floor meet- Nov. 10. 9:30 – 10:30 A.M. Food Addicts baffled and mystified. The Columbia Conjurors are ing room off the lobby. The FOL is a non-profit WOLF TRAP FALL FESTIVAL AT THE VILLAGE AT Anonymous meets every Saturday at the Unitarian an Assembly of the Society of American Magicians, 501(c)(3) organization and all proceeds will help the ROCKVILLE Universalist Church, 100 Welsh Park Drive, Build- one of the oldest and most prestigious magic organi- Rockville Memorial Library. The library is located • JOHN LLOYD YOUNG THURSDAY, NO- Nov. 10. ALL FESTIVAL sponsored by the ing #4, Rockville, MD 20850. We welcome new zations in the world, and one that counts Harry Hou- at 21 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, in the Town VEMBER 8 AT 8:00 PM | THE BARNS Auxiliary at the Village at Rockville! 9701 Veirs members. For questions, please visitwww.foodad- dini himself among its earliest Presidents. For more Square. For more information, call 240-777-0020 or Drive, Rockville. 9:30 am to 2:00 pm. Christmas dictsanonymous.org or call Valerie @ 240-543- information about the show or about the Columbia go to www.folmc.org/chapters/rockville • NICOLE ATKINS WEDNESDAY, NOVEM- Decor, Jewelry, Baked Goods, Grandma's Attic, 3090. Conjurors, please visit www.sam141.org. BER 14 AT 8:00 PM | THE BARNS Stamps, Books, Gift Shop - 50% off on some items, HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING Silent Auction and much more. Lunch from 11:00 Nov. 17. 10:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M. Get ready to • MAGGIE ROSE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16 am to 1:30 pm. $10.00 or lighter fare for $5.00. All rock around the Christmas tree! Clarksburg Premi- AT 8:00 PM | THE BARNS proceeds benefit the Residents. This year, at 2:00 NOV 11 NOV 14 um Outlets invites local families to get in the holly pm, the Festival will be followed by a Resident VETERAN'S DAY CEREMONY TOWN HALL MEETING TO DISCUSS IM- jolly spirit with a spectacular Holiday Tree Lighting. • ART GARFUNKEL NOVEMBER 18, 19 Choral and Chimes concert in our recently remod- Nov. 11. 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Join PENDING ACCESS TO IN-HOME CARE Shoppers can enjoy a holiday festival featuring the AND 20, 2018, 8:00 PM | THE BARNS eled Chapel. For more information, call 301 424- Rockville’s Mayor and Council at this annual cere- CRISIS IN MD Montgomery Market Holiday Pop-Up, live enter- 9560. mony in honor of the men and women who served Nov. 14. 5:15 – 7:30 P.M. Maryland residents, in the nation’s armed forces. American Legion Post elected officials, and healthcare professionals will tainment and more. To officially kick off the season, the Metropolitan Ballet Theatre and Academy will THE ELEPHANT SHOP 86 will lead the wreath laying ceremony and their gather to discuss the growing crisis stemming from NOV 08 perform iconic dances from “The Nutcracker” as Nov. 10. 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. The Elephant Honor Guard will present a twenty-one-gun salute. the lack of accessibility to needed home care nurs- OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING the 40-foot tree is lit. Event includes Montgomery Shop at the Friends House Retirement Community Where: Veterans Park, Route 28 and Route 355, ing services for children and adults with disabilities Nov. 08. 7:15 – 8:30 P.M. Overeaters Anony- Market Holiday Pop-Up, entertainment, chance to in Sandy Spring (17340 Quaker Lane) will be open Rockville, MD 20850. who have been prescribed and authorized for this mous meeting Thursdays at the Rockville Church of win a $500 shopping spree and more! Saturday, November 10th. Great deals on Fall care. We'll also discuss the barriers to accessing this Christ, 1450 Montgomery Ave., Rockville (in Parish clothes, furniture, household items, and collectibles. care, and the challenges that arise when that care is House). For further information, http://www.oa- LEAGUE PRESENTS CONNECTING DI- All sales benefit seniors in the Sandy Spring/Ashton NOV 12 not available. Meeting is open to the public and the dcmetro.org/ or Linda S at 301-641-9508. media. Where: American Legion Post 86, 2013 VERSE COMMUNITIES area. For more information contact Jean @ friend- TALK: PRACTICAL ORGANIC GARDEN- Veirs Mill Road, Rockville, MD 20851. Hosted by: Nov. 19. 6:30 – 8:30 P.M. Join us at the Marilyn [email protected]. ING YAPPY HOUR & POP-UP DOG PARK Families, community members, and providers who J. Praisner Library (14910 Old Columbia Pike, Bur- Nov. 08. 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. In partnership with Nov. 12. 8:00 P.M. The Silver Spring Garden tonsville, MD 2086) to learn more about our immi- LITTLE ACORNS: FRUITS OF FALL are concerned with access to home health care for Montgomery Parks, our pop-up dog park will con- Club invites you to a talk on "Practical Organic Gar- grant communities, how they are adjusting and what Nov. 10. 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. Explore nature Maryland’s families. Light refreshments will be sist of a small dog area and a large dog enclosure dening.” Mark Highland, the Organic Mechanic, the County is doing to support them. Our guest with your little ones through a variety of play-based served area for well-socialized dogs. The event will also will share practical methods of organic gardening panel will include an Overview of Immigration in activities. Time will be spent outdoors, weather per- that will make your garden greener, encourage ben- feature live music along with food, beer and wine SQUARE DANCE LESSONS AND DANC- Montgomery County, presented by Asian Commu- mitting. Adult participation required. Spaces are eficial insects, protect pollinators, and build healthy from Ruth's Chris Steak House and World of Beer. ING nity Liaison Diane Vu, Voices of Muslim Women, limited. Advanced registration recommended. Ages soils for all gardens. This will be a top to bottom Weekly concert is at Elm Street Park (4600 Elm Nov. 14. 7:30 – 9:45 P.M. Square dance lessons presented by Mimi Hassanien, Middle East Com- 18-36 months. Register for #6059. Where: Croydon overview of the organic garden, from veggies and Street). and dancing at North Chevy Chase Christian munity Liaison, MC Office of Community Partner- Creek Nature Center, 852 Avery Rd, Rockville, MD herbs to flowers, native plants, and trees. Attendees Church, 8814 Kensington Parkway (in Parish ships (OCP) and a discussion by Maya Zegarra, su- 20851. For more information call 240-314-8770 or will leave knowing practical principles of organic OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING House). Wednesdays. $7 per person, also November pervising attorney at Ayuda, Inc. on the complexities email [email protected]. gardening and have plenty of tips to make their gar- Nov. 08. 7:15 -- 8:30 P.M. Overeaters Anony- 21, and 28. Contact phone number: 301-598-2574. of navigating the legal system. Claudia Canales, mous meeting at the Rockville Church of Christ, dens shine in 2018! WHERE: Brookside Gardens, Latino Community Liaison from MCOCP will POTOMAC FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY http://www.gerrymanders.info/ 1450 Montgomery Ave., Rockville (in Parish Visitors Center/Education Building, 1800 Glenallan moderate. Free. Sponsored by the League of BOOK SALE House). For further information, http://www.oa- Avenue, Wheaton, Maryland. This event is FREE Women Voters of Montgomery County. For infor- Nov. 10. 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Join us for our DOWNLOADING E-BOOKS AND E-AU- dcmetro.org/ or Linda S at 301-641-9508. and open to the public. mation: Email: [email protected]; Website: monthly Potomac Friends of the Library Book Sale! DIOBOOKS Nov. 14. 7:00 – 8:15 P.M. Need help download- www.lwvmocomd.org; Tel: 301-984-9585 Books, DVDs, and more, available for children, FREE MAGIC SHOW FOR THE WHOLE ing e-Books and e-Audio books on your mobile de- teens, and adults. All are welcome. Where: Potomac FAMILY NOV 09 vice such as a Kindle, iPhone, iPad, Android? Drop BETHESDA'S WINTER WONDERLAND Library 10101 Glenolden Dr Potomac MD 2085. Nov. 12. 7:00 – 8:30 P.M. Prepare to be amazed! in Wednesday evenings, and we’ll show you how. Dec. 01. 1:00 – 4:00 P.M. Bethesda’s Winter JAMES BUSWELL IN CONCERT The Columbia Conjurors, the local chapter of the Bring your device, library card and any password Wonderland ushers in the holiday season in Veterans Nov. 09. 8:00 P.M. Violinist James Buswell will FREE BEER TASTING Society of American Magicians, will hold their an- that you may need. Please call 240-777-0200 for Park, at the corner for Norfolk and Woodmont Av- be featured as part of the Washington Conservatory Nov. 10. 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. Stop in and sample nual Tommy Ivey Magic Show the main hall at more information. Free. Place: Quince Orchard Li- Concert Series at Westmoreland Congregational some favorite local beers. Saturdays through De- Christ Episcopal Church (6800 Oakland Mills brary / 15831 Quince Orchard Road / Gaithersburg. UCC Church, 1 Westmoreland Circle, Bethesda (the cember 29, 2018. Where: Dawson's Market, 225 N Road, Columbia, MD). The show is expected to border of DC and MD). This concert is free, with Washington St, Rockville, MD 20850. Through December 19. last an hour and a half, and is suitable for children of Continued on page 15 NOVEMBER 8, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 15 C ALENDAR What’s happening this week in Montgomery County November 8, 2018 – November 14, 2018 Continued from page 14 need assistance. This unique program is perfect for ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLUB those who are age 50+ and want to make a signifi- enues in downtown Bethesda. Blocks of ice will be Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:45 P.M. An informal conver- cant contribution of time and talent to the communi- transformed into wintery works of art before your sation club for anyone looking to practice and im- ty, while still retaining flexibility. Through personal eyes during the live ice sculpting demonstration fol- prove his/her English conversational skills. Volun- consultations, trained advisors help find volunteer lowed by choral performances from local school teer facilitators are patient, friendly and talkative. All opportunities that match particular areas of interests, groups and a visit from Santa Claus. Bethesda’s levels are welcome. Come join us. Registration is skills, and availability. Options may include ongoing Winter Wonderland is a free event. not required. Please call 240-777-0200 for more in- program management and support, short-term con- formation. Free. Where: Quince Orchard Library / sulting projects using professional skills, and direct HOW TO APPLY FOR JOBS WITH MONT- 15831 Quince Orchard Road / Gaithersburg. services to clients. For more information, email GOMERY COUNTY [email protected] or visit Dec. 13. 1:30 – 3:30 P.M. Find out everything ROCKVILLE FARMERS MARKET www.montgomeryserves.org. you ever wanted to know about applying for jobs Saturdays. 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Every week with Montgomery County Govt. In this practical the Farmers Market transforms itself as different VIDEO PRODUCTION CLASSES FOR HS session, a recruiter from the County’s Office of Hu- fruits and vegetables become available throughout STUDENTS (FREE)-GANDHI BRIGADE man Resources will provide an overview of the the season. Your pick of farm-fresh fruits and veg- Mondays. 3:30 P.M. High school students will County’s job application process, including the on- etables, bedding plants, cut flowers, preserves, hon- learn fundamentals of video production and work line application system and how to register and ey, herbs, baked goods, and more. All items offered together to create short films about topics of their search for opportunities with the County. Resume are picked fresh daily and available as supplies last. choosing...and earn SSL hours! This program starts and other tips specific to the Montgomery County Where: Jury Parking Lot on the corner of Rt. 28 January 24th and classes are held from 3:30 to 5:30 Government job application process will be shared. and Monroe St. Rockville, MD 20850. pm. Must be a high school student. Registration is Registration required. Register online at www.mont- required at bit.ly/mocovideoclass. For more infor- gomerycountymd.gov/library. Click Branches, se- COURTESY PHOTOO FOX HILL WEEKLY OPEN HOUSE mation, please call the Gandhi Brigade at 301-592- lect Quince Orchard Library, and then select Up- Twin-sisters and duo-pianists Christina and Michelle Naughton Wednesdays, 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. To share the ex- 1900. Visit www.gandhibrigade.org for more infor- coming Events. Please call 240-777-0200 for more ceptional lifestyle, amenities and services at Fox mation. Where: Marilyn J. Praisner Library, 14910 join Conductor Kwamé Ryan and the Baltimore Symphony Or- information. Address: 15831 Quince Orchard Road Hill Retirement Community in Bethesda, a free to Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring. chestra at The Music Center at Strathmore on November 10 at / Gaithersburg. the public open house will be held on a weekly ba- 8:00 pm. The concert will feature Poulenc's Concerto for Two Pi- sis. Every Wednesday from 2 - 4 p.m. staff and CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS anos and Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 5. ONGOING owner/residents invite people to enjoy refreshments Hope Connections offers weekly groups for peo- and tours of Fox Hill. Visitors are welcome to see ple with all types of cancer, caregivers, people with BRINGING WORDS TO LIFE" ART EX- the one, two and three-bedroom model condomini- advanced cancer and a bereavement group. Support food, drink and music with artisans, crafts and bou- school experience in a warm, toddler friendly setting HIBIT AT THE VCA ALEXANDRIA ANI- ums with a wide range of floorplans of- groups are held at both of Hope Connections for tique businesses from around the Mid-Atlantic re- while you meet other parents. Children will explore, MAL HOSPITAL fered in a maintenance-free, cosmopoli- Cancer Support’s two locations: Beaumont gion. Local vineyards and breweries provide tast- learn and socialize in a calm, nurturing classroom Through Jan. 27. Whether written, spoken, or tan environment. Fox Hill is located at 8300 Bur- House at FASEB, 9650 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, ings and food trucks offer a quick meal. We are a community with our Preschool faculty. Activities MD and 8401 Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Lan- ten-minute walk south on Wisconsin Ave from the include playtime, snack time and an art project. All dover, MD. Orientation sessions are held every Bethesda Metro Station at the intersection of sessions take place on Fridays in the Preschool Monday at 11 a.m. at the Beaumont House in Bethesda Ave. and Wisconsin Ave. Open Wednes- House. There is NO COST, but space is limited. Rockville, and every Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Lan- days, Fridays, and Saturdays 7:00am-4:00pm. Our Contact Janet Gerber (301-424-8702 or dover. Additional orientation sessions are held on historic Market Building (circa 1932) is open year- [email protected]) for more information. the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. in round (Jan – Dec). Bethesda. Orientations are Free - RSVP required at VISARTS COCKTAILS AND CANVAS 301-634-7500 THE WIDOWED PERSONS SERVICE OF CLASS MONTGOMERY COUNTY Canvas Class in the VisArts Painting and Draw- GUIDED TOUR OF WOODLAWN MANOR Weekly support groups for newly widowed per- ing Studio. 155 Gibbs Street, Rockville. Price $40. HOUSE AND GROUNDS sons at three locations: at Margaret Schweinhaut Visit www.visartsatrockville.org/cocktails-and-can- Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays. 11:00 – 11:30 A.M. Center 1000 Forest Glen Rd. Silver Spring on Mon- vas for more information. or 2:00 – 2:30 P.M. Take a guided tour of Wood- days, at Holiday park Senior Center, 3950 Ferrara lawn Manor, a 19th-century Federal-style manor Drive, Wheaton, on Thursdays and at Jane Lawton SENIOR FIT house, and learn about Dr. William Palmer, his fam- (Leland) Center, 4301 Willow Lane, Chevy Chase Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:15 A.M. & 2:15 ily and other residents. Tour will include interior and on Thursdays. These support groups are open, free P.M. This 45-minute, multi-component exercise exterior spaces, including some that are not ADA- of charge, to all widowed persons who have suf- program is for people age 55+. Ongoing classes are accessible. www.woodlawnmanor.org or call 301- fered a loss within the past two years. Those prefer- offered at 23 locations in partnership with Kaiser 563-7519. $3 fee ring an evening group are encouraged to call the Permanente. Call 301-754-8800 to request a physi- WPS office. The groups are facilitated by trained cian's consent form to register and for a class sched- WOODLAWN MUSEUM volunteers. For more information or to register, ule. Where: Holy Cross Hospital Senior Source, Fridays & Saturdays 10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M and please call: 301-949-7398 to register. The Widowed 8580 Second Avenue, Silver Spring. For more infor- Sundays 12:00 – 4:00 P.M. The Woodlawn Muse- Persons Service is a non-profit volunteer organiza- mation call 301-754-8800. Cost: Free. um featuring multimedia exhibits throughout the tion sponsored by AARP, the Montgomery County 19th century stone barn. Interactive exhibits high- Mental Health Association, and other community CHESS CLUB light the area’s agricultural landscape, the Under- organizations. Tuesdays. 6:30 P.M. Join us every Tuesday year ground Railroad, local free black communities and around to practice and improve your game. All lev- the Quaker experience in Montgomery County, re- FOX HILL WEEKLY OPEN HOUSE els are invited. Ages 6 and up. vealed through the lives of the Woodlawn’s resi- Wednesdays, 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. The public is in- dents and enslaved laborers. www.woodlawn- vited every Wednesday for refreshments and tours at SALSA NIGHT manor.org. Adults $5 Children (6-17) $4. Through Fox Hill Retirement Community in Bethesda. A free Tuesdays 7:30 – 12:30 P.M. Come to the Bark- November 2018. to the public open house will be held on a weekly ing Dog every Tuesday night for their sizzling Salsa COURTESY PHOTO basis. Visitors are welcome to see the one, two and Night. Take lessons with salsa instructor Michelle Rapper Dom Kennedy brings his Win or Lose Tour to the Fillmore GUIDED HIKE UNDERGROUND RAIL- three-bedroom model condominiums with a wide Reyes from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. for only $10. Learn Silver Spring on Friday, November, 9. Show starts at 8:00 pm. ROAD EXPERIENCE TRAIL range of floorplans offered in a maintenance-free, to shake those hips, and then show off your new (April – November | Saturdays 10 am (July & cosmopolitan environment. Reservations for the skills to the music of a live salsa band during the August 9:30 am) | 1st Sunday of month 10 am Open House events can be made at foxhillresi- open dance after class. Visit salsawild.com or call https://www.montgomeryparks.org/parks-and- dences.com/rsvp or at 301-968-1850; walk-ins are (301) 654-0022 for more information. 4723 Elm trails/woodlawn-manor-cultural-park/underground- sung, words evoke emotion and meaning that stay dette Road, Bethesda, MD; 20817. For more infor- welcome as well. Fox Hill is located at 8300 Bur- St., Bethesda, MD 20814. railroad-experience-trail-hikes /Call 301-563-7519. dette Road, Bethesda, MD; 20817. For more infor- with us long after they are finished. "Bringing mation, call Julie Sabag at 301-968-1850 or visit $8 fee (7 and up). Words to Life" pairs a line from an artist's favorite www.foxhillresidences.com. mation, call Julie Sabag at 301-968-1850 or visit LOSS OF A CHILD SUPPORT GROUP song, poem, book, or speech with the artist's visual www.foxhillresidences.com. Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 P.M. For parents griev- ing the death of a child of any age. Registration re- interpretation of that quote. This Del Ray Artisans NEW COUNTY PROGRAM SEEKS BETHESDA FARMERS MARKET Gallery Without Walls exhibit is at the VCA Alexan- SKILLED VOLUNTEERS 50+ ONE-ON-ONE FRIDAY FUN quired at (301) 921-4400. Montgomery Hospice, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. 7:00 A.M. Fridays. 9:00 – 10:00 A.M. Christ Episcopal dria Animal Hospital, 2660 Duke Street, Alexandria, The Montgomery County Volunteer Center's – 4:00 P.M. The Farm Women’s Market is a unique, VA 22314. Details: www.DelRayArtisans.org/ex- new 50+ Volunteer Network connects skilled volun- School welcomes you and your 1-year-old to our intimate, quirky and festive shopping experience in One-on-One Friday Fun. Our monthly playgroups hibits/gww teers with nonprofit and government agencies that Downtown Bethesda. The Market features great are the perfect way for your child to have a first Continued on page 16 16 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Continued from page 15 TOUR 1355 Piccard Dr., Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850. Saturdays and Sundays: 2:00 – 6:00 P.M. Meet the owners, learn about the origin of chocolate, and PRESCHOOL STORYTIME (AGES 3-5) see how it is grown and processed. Experience how Some Fun Wednesdays. 10:30 A.M. Join us for stories, chocolate is made from the actual cacao seed to the songs, rhymes, stretches and flannel board stories. final chocolate during this "sweet" educational tour, Where: Marilyn J. Praisner Library, 14910 Old Co- from chocolate bars to truffles to bonbons. Each tour lumbia Pike, Silver Spring. also includes a FREE chocolate tasting! 360 Main Street Suite 101 Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878. CORPORATE BARTENDING FOR CHARI- Visit http://www.spagnvola.com or call (240) 654- TY 6972. Wednesdays 4:00 – 7:00 P.M. Send your CEO or VP to Tommy Joe's to bartend for charity! Can't bar- FOOD ADDICTS ANONYMOUS tend? No problem, the on-staff bartenders are there Saturdays. 9:30 – 10:30 A.M. Food Addicts to help for a good cause (no experience necessary). Anonymous meets at the Unitarian Universalist Represent your company during happy hour, and a Church, 100 Welsh Park Drive, Building #4, portion of the proceeds will go to the charity of your Rockville, MD 20850. We welcome new members. choice. Maybe you can even pull off some flair be- For questions, please visit www.foodaddictsanony- hind the bar and make Tom Cruise proud. Visit tom- mous.org or call Valerie @ 240-543-3090. myjoes.com or call (301) 654-3801 for more infor- WORLD SERIES OF POKER mation. 4714 Montgomery Ln., Bethesda, MD Every Tuesday and Sunday night Flanagan's 20814. hosts Poker in the rear from 8-10 p.m. it's Bethesda's own version of The World Series of poker. Call THURSDAY MORNING BOOK DSICUS- (301) 951-0115 for more. Flanagan's Harp and Fid- SION dle, 4844 Cordell Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814. Thursdays. 10:30 P.M. Join us every fourth Thursday of the month as we discuss notable books. NEED A SITTER? IT’S LEGO TIME AT This month's book is The Snow Child by Eowyn VISARTS! Ivey. Where: Marilyn J. Praisner Library, 14910 Old Saturdays, 12:00 – 5:00 P.M. Go on a date, get Columbia Pike, Silver Spring. some shopping done, or just relax for a few hours while your kids get to play with more than 15 OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING pounds of LEGO bricks! Children can play on our Thursdays, 7:15 – 8:30 P.M. Overeaters Anony- LEGO race track, build a car, a tall tower, a city or mous meeting at the Rockville Church of Christ, free build. They can even take part in a LEGO craft 1450 Montgomery Ave., Rockville (in Parish project! Our top-notch staff are LEGO enthusiasts House). For further information, http://www.oa- and ready to entertain your kids while you get some dcmetro.org/ or Linda S at 301-641-9508. "me" time. Register at [email protected]. At VisArts in Rockville. ZUMBA GOLD DROP IN CLASS GAITHERSBURG ROTARY CLUB WEEK- Thursdays. 12:00 – 1:00 P.M. Have fun every LY MEETING Thursday and get a great workout at the same time. Every Tuesday, 12:15 – 1:15 P.M. Hilton Hotel, Where: Long Branch Senior Center, 8700 Piney 620 Perry Parkway, Gaithersburg. For more infor- Branch Road, Silver Spring, MD 20901. mation, please visit www.gaithersburgrotary.org.

COUNTRY THURSDAYS Thursdays, 9:00 P.M. Union Jack's traditionally Compiled by Tazeen Ahmad British pub in Bethesda heads to the South for their all new Country Night every Thursday. Live coun- try/rock bands, free cowboy hats for the cowgirls, bandanas for the cowboys, drink specials, including $2 PBR cans, $2 Budweiser bottles, $4 Jack Daniels drinks, food specials including 50 cent hot wings. Best of all, there's no cover to get in! And be sure to get there early for Union Jack's famous Beat. 4915 Saint Elmo Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814. The Montgomery HEY MR. DJ Fridays 9:00 – 2:00 A.M. It’s time to dance! County Sentinel Grab your friends and come to The Barking Dog for regrets to inform a good time on the dance floor. Every Friday and Saturday night the Dog brings in a DJ to play the organizations that only Top 40 and your favorite songs. Make sure you Montgomery County check out their great drink specials before you show groups or events located us what you got! The Barking Dog, Elm Street Bethesda, MD 20814. Free admission. within the county will be published on a SUNDAY NIGHT WINE SPECIALS Join us for a selection of wines, chosen from our space-available basis. unique Llst & cellar. A great opportunity to try that wine you've had your eye on, or one that you would Send news of your not normally sample. Priced Half Off. Visit group’s event AT http://www.blacksbarandkitchen.com or call (301) LEAST two weeks in ad- 652-5525. Black’s Bar and Kitchen, 7750 Wood- vance to: mont Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814.

LAUGH RIOT AT THE HYATT The Montgomery County Sen- Saturdays 8:00 – 10:00 P.M. Check out a live tinel standup comedy show by local standup comics 22 W Jefferson St. Suite every weekend at the Positano Italian Restaurant, 309 Bethesda. There's a $25 cash prize joke contest for Rockville, MD. 20850 non-comedian audience members after the show. Check it out every Saturday night! Comedians can or email sign up to perform by emailing [email protected]. Cost: $10 at the mc-calendar@thesen- door. Visit http://www.StandupComedyToGo.com tinel.com or ePositano.com for more information. Address: or call 301.838.0788 Positano Italian restaurant located at 4948 Fairmont Ave. Bethesda, MD 20814. No Show June 23.

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BY MIKE CLARK Smash mouth football off-tackle helped Paint Branch defeat Clarksburg. Paint Branch heads to playoffs after win in “Mud Bowl” otes (6-4) needed to close out their into the end zone. on a pass interference penalty, season,” said Plante. “We were in By Eva Paspalis @EvaPaspalis season with a win on Senior Night, While the passing game called on the Panthers, and the playoff hunt until the last as well as a Richard Montgomery picked up speed even under ad- Perkins dropped the ball right into game, and that was a goal that we CLARKSBURG — Paint loss, to make it into the playoffs at verse conditions, running back the hands of running back Ben had. The program is turning Branch quarterback Norman Dou- all. Justin Page served as Paint Spiess for a 10-yard score. How- around, the culture is changing, glas was covered in mud and Unfortunately for Clarksburg, Branch’s bread and butter. The se- ever,, a blocked extra-point at- and the kids are getting better. drenched with rain, his once-white not only did Richard Montgomery nior rumbled for three touch- tempt kept the Coyotes at 13 We’re looking for a great year next uniform now a dingy brown as a narrowly defeat Montgomery downs, two of them in the second points. year, and we wish our seniors the slow smile spread across his face. Blair, but the Coyote offense half, when the rain, wind and field After the game, the Panthers best.” Douglas’s Panthers strode into stalled on several drives, and the conditions were at their worst. celebrated their victory by sliding With the number one-seeded Clarksburg’s Coyote Canyon Fri- defense couldn’t contain the Pan- Page appeared unfazed as he in the mud. Several Coyotes Panthers now looking toward up- day and emphatically clinched a thers. churned his legs, water flying up at joined in and slid into the large coming postseason challenges, 47-13 victory that Douglas re- Even though Paint Branch has every step, first for a 43-yard score puddles on the sidelines. Douglas acknowledges that his ferred to as a “mud bowl.” relied heavily on its running game and then for a 64-yard dash that set “That was a good team out team still has something to prove What had started as a slight throughout the season, Friday’s a running clock in motion. there, and I give them a lot of re- to its detractors. drizzle at kickoff, morphed into a game displayed the Panthers’ sev- Meanwhile, Clarksburg quar- spect,” said Douglas. “It was more “A lot of teams slept on us heavy, driving rain and swirling eral passing threats as well. Wide terback Joey Perkins, also appar- fun out there than tough. All the this year, so winning this game to- wind in the third quarter, which receiver Ishmael Agbodzah ran a ently unbothered by the puddles boys enjoyed it. Clarksburg was day gave us a confidence boost. transformed the field into a swamp deep post, which translated to two on the field, darted through holes really friendly.” Everybody has to come to us now in a matter of minutes. early touchdowns, one for 29 yards in the Paint Branch defense and First-year Clarksburg head instead of us having to go away,” Despite the slop on the field and one for 56 yards. Agbodzah moved the chains on several occa- coach Bob Plante remained posi- said Douglas. “We’re looking for- and the ankle-deep puddles that was wide open on both occasions sions. Perkins capped off a long tive and optimistic about his team ward to whoever comes our way, had formed on the sidelines, both and caught Douglas’s pass in stride run into the red zone with a two- despite being eliminated from to [beat them.] A lot of people teams knew what was at stake and before the Clarksburg defense yard touchdown on second-and- playoff contention. Most of the think that we’re not going to take played through the mess. Paint could catch up to him. Douglas goal that ensured the Coyotes Clarksburg players are underclass- it this year. But I feel in my heart, Branch (9-1) had entered the game also connected with senior receiv- wouldn’t get shut out on what end- men and will be returning to the the way that we keep practicing with a playoff berth already guar- er Max Davis late in the fourth ed up being their final game of the team next year. hard, we deserve it. So if we keep anteed; a win would grant them quarter as Davis gained separation season. “The bottom line is we had a playing the way we’ve been play- home-field advantage. The Coy- on his defender and ran wide open Clarksburg then capitalized great season and we had a winning ing, I think we’re going to take it.” NOVEMBER 8, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 21 SPORTS Wootton falls to Damascus on Senior Night 56-8 the Swarmin’ Hornets who captured 5-5 and the senior class went out on James Forna and Straus. and Richard Sherer for helping de- By Brandy L. Simms @bls1969 the program’s 52nd consecutive vic- top despite the loss. “There’s so many ups and velop his skills on the gridiron. tory. “This senior group has never downs throughout this season and “I probably wouldn’t be where I ROCKVILLE – Friday night’s Wootton scored late in the known a losing season,” Wootton the seasons before,” said Lewis, a am today without Coach Tolliver and regular season finale between Woot- fourth quarter when back-up quarter- head coach Eddie Tolliver said after- running back and defensive back all the other coaches,” said Lewis. ton and visiting Damascus was back Larry Feldman connected with ward. who aspires to play in college. “It’s Miller, a quarterback who stopped early due to adverse weather wide receiver Aaron Straus from 13 Wootton has compiled a 16-14 just a special moment because it earned first team All-Sentinel honors conditions. yards out with 6:35 remaining in the record over the last three seasons shows you how fast it goes by in that at wide receiver last season, plans to In the midst of heavy rainfall, contest. Straus ran in the two-point thanks to an outstanding senior class this is it. You don’t get another high play college football somewhere the game was called with 1:15 re- conversion moments later to cut the of student-athletes. school game. Even if you do go to next season. maining and Damascus leading 56-8 deficit to 48-8. The Wootton seniors were rec- the next level there’s nothing like “I can’t thank everybody after the Swarmin’ Hornets scored on “That’s awesome,” one Woot- ognized at halftime of Friday’s game. high school.” enough for what they’ve given me, a 41-yard touchdown run and the en- ton parent said following the scoring The group included Matthew Amobi, Senior Night was special for all the help that they’ve given me suing two-point conversion. drive, “they didn’t shut us out.” Ralin Lewis, Noelly Miller, Alec Lewis, the son of Pro Football Hall through this journey” said Miller. “I Damascus played like a well- Damascus improved to 10-0 and Yassin, Jonathan London, Nick of Fame linebacker Ray Lewis. The love everybody. I love my team- oiled machine on both sides of the will seek to capture the program’s Baldwin, Greg Urovski, Ryan Amir, two-way standout credited Tolliver mates. I love my coaches. I can’t ball en route to the win. Senior run- fourth consecutive state champi- James Hollingsworth, Omar Sadiq, and his coaching staff including Jeff thank everybody enough. The ning back TD Ayo-Durojaiye fin- onship. Isiah Robinson, Roy Ke, Jack Seals, Kerry Crouch, Chris Pa- school shaped me into who I am and ished with 100 yards on six carries Meanwhile, Wootton finished Berman, Alex Cohen, Andrew Fisk, padopoulos, Andre Gaines, Eric I just can’t thank people enough for and scored a pair of touchdowns for the 2018 campaign at a respectable Justin Nguyen, Wisdom Adekunle, Young, Aaron Krotman, Ryan Eden that.” Churchill dumps W.J. Northwood advances in volleyball playoffs more running back Ian Griffin, who By Harry Lichtman basically neck-and-neck. The sec- to realize that ‘Hey, this is postsea- broke a tackle on his way to the end By Harry Lichtman @hslichtman ond set also resulted in a 24-24 tie, son, when you’re supposed to step zone for the score. The two-point @hslichtman with Northwood scoring the next it up,’ and when they did, their con- POTOMAC — The first week- conversion was successful, thus cut- SILVER SPRING — The two points yet again, while the fidence is up.” end in November was the last week- ting the deficit to 22-15. Maryland High School 4A Girls third set resulted in a 23-23 tie, fol- Despite the loss, Springbrook end of the regular season for Mont- But on the ensuing kickoff, se- Volleyball Playoffs began Thursday lowed by two final scores from the kept each set competitive, with the gomery County high-school football. nior Kadron Washington picked the with the quarterfinals for various Gladiators. help of players like Logan Lewis, One of the matchups featured the ball off the ground and ran with it 80 schools, including the Northwood “We lost because of our mis- Daria Holoman, and Raevon Churchill Bulldogs (9-1), hosting the yards down the field for the touch- Gladiators and Springbrook Blue takes,” said Blue Devils head Baleikasavu, the daughter of head Walter Johnson Wildcats (4-6) on down, which resulted in another two- Devils, with the Gladiators coming coach Ray Baleikasavu. “We gave coach Ray. Senior Night and Homecoming. It point conversion – extending the out on top with a road win of three the win away in that match because “These are all sophomores,” was a back-and-forth affair, but the Bulldogs’ lead to 28-15 at halftime. sets to none. our team was not mentally pre- said Ray,” and they’re all playing Bulldogs escaped with the 36-28 vic- Early in the third quarter, the All three sets were very com- pared. The good thing about it is very, very good volleyball. In two tory on a rainy and windy Friday Wildcats made it a one-score game petitive between the two teams, but that most of our players are sopho- years, they’ll be the most-powerful night. yet again when Forburger hooked up number five-seeded Northwood mores and juniors. So come next spikers in the whole tournament. So Right from the second play from with senior receiver Aidan Williams was able to sneak by number four- year, I’m looking forward to a I’m proud of the way they’ve devel- scrimmage, it looked like Churchill with the deficit at 28-22. seeded Springbrook 26-24, 26-24 powerful and very competitive oped, in the way they’ve achieved would dominate the contest, as se- However, the Bulldogs re- again, and 25-23. team next year.” what I expect of them. Despite the nior running back Patrick Richard- sponded with another touchdown on The Blue Devils dominated the A couple of key players who loss, we are happy with their perfor- son took the handoff and raced 89 an Andrew Ha jet sweep, with yet an- majority of the first set, taking a 22- contributed to Northwood’s three- mance.” yards all the way to the end zone. The other two-point conversion increas- 12 lead at one point. However, the set victory were Kendalle Foster This was sort of a comeback two-point conversion made it 8-0 ing the lead to 36-22. Gladiators woke up and tied it up at and Mikaela Marchant Perez. Fos- season for the Blue Devils, consid- early on. The Wildcats then came back 24-24, then scored the next two ter led the team with the most kills, ering that they finished 6-7 one year But the Wildcats kept the game with Griffin scoring for the second points to seal the first set. while Marchant Perez had the sec- after winning only one game. competitive, with over a minute left time of the night, cutting the deficit “It came down to serving,” ond-most. “It was quite challenging as a in the first quarter when junior quar- to 36-28. At 4-6, Walter Johnson did- said Gladiators head coach Phuong Head coach Phuong Tat was new coach to try and bring players terback Josh Forburger connected n’t have much to play for, except Tat. “I told the girls, ‘Look, it’s OK. quite impressed with his team’s together,” said Baleikasavu, “be- with fellow junior Bryce Maith for play spoiler to Churchill’s hopes of We’ll get it back one point at a win, after having finished the sea- cause different players come in the touchdown and extra point that hosting a playoff game. time,’ and really, as long as we can son 3-11. with different training and different cut the deficit to 8-7. From that moment on, it was keep the ball over the net. I thought “For these girls, there’s every- mindsets and I’m trying to make However, in the second quarter, turnovers galore, as Janis threw two at the beginning of the set, we made thing,” Tat said. “We struggled a lot them play in one unit.” Churchill responded when senior costly interceptions, but the Bulldogs a lot of crucial errors, especially on during the regular season. A couple With the win, Northwood advances quarterback Michael Janis found fel- defense stepped up big time as they hitting, especially missed serves.” [of] games were close and then we to the next round to face the num- low senior Nick Smyth in the end recovered two fumbles to secure the Then, the next two sets were dropped them. But I think for them ber one-seeded Urbana Hawks. zone for the three-yard score, but the victory. failed two-point conversion kept the “It’s a great feeling to win, but it score at 14-7. was a sloppy win,” said Churchill “It was a big win,” said Janis. head coach Willie Williams. “WJ, no in “They played us really well. Last doubt, played a really great ball ADVERTISE regular season game, we finished a game. They came out and just played little sloppy, but we finished on a a wonderful game, and it was a good strong note with a win.” test for us.” The Bulldogs struck again near- Larry Hurd’s Wildcats may be ly 80 seconds later when Richardson done, but the Bulldogs will be host- took the handoff and raced down the ing their first playoff game since sideline for a 38-yard touchdown 2011 next Friday, Nov. 9, when they run, with the two-point conversion face the Northwest Jaguars, the only extending the lead to 22-7, with the team they lost to this season. possibility of a blowout. “We can’t get complacent,” said However, WJ didn’t give up, be- Williams. “The guys just got to get cause with 1:18 left in the first half, healthy and the team needs to get bet- Forburger connected with sopho- ter.” Call Lonnie Johnson at 301-306-9500 or e-mail [email protected] 22 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL NOVEMBER 8, 2018 SPORTS Georgetown Prep trounces St. Albans “It’s nice when on the first play Following an interception, the extend the rout to 35-0 at halftime. Beatrice to throw three incomplete By Harry Lichtman @hslichtman from offense you score,” said Prep Little Hoyas’ next drive resulted in a But when the second half began passes on the remaining three head coach Dan Paro. “But watch- Hampton 36-yard touchdown run. It with a running clock, the Bulldogs downs, leading to a turnover on WASHINGTON, D.C. — On ing them execute it, take it all the was Jalen Hampton’s third score of were able to drive downfield, as se- downs with 6:03 left. Saturday afternoon, the George- way. As a coach, it makes you feel the day as the visitors led 21-0 with nior quarterback Nick Beatrice con- “Anytime you get the opportu- town Prep Little Hoyas (7-1) trav- good.” 1:47 left in the same quarter. nected with senior receiver Henry nity to win a game, I think it’s eled out of Montgomery County to But on the first play of the Lit- “I couldn’t do it without my O- Holliday, who leaped over a George- great,” said Paro. “I think the young D.C., to face the St. Albans Bull- tle Hoyas’ next drive, senior quar- linemen,” said Hampton. “The town Prep defender in the end zone men did what they needed to do to dogs (1-8) in Interstate Athletic terback Peter Davin fired a deep whole offense did great. The O-line- to snatch the ball Randy Moss-style, take care of business.” Conference football action. The pass that was intercepted by sopho- men did great blocking. That’s all as the deficit was cut to 35-7. Georgetown Prep will play one Bulldogs dominated the first half, more Jackson Namian of the Bull- you can say.” Right before the third quarter more game next week when they and their defense was able to pre- dogs. Luckily for Prep, they forced However, another Little Hoyas ended, the Little Hoyas fumbled the play the Bullis Bulldogs in Po- vent a comeback in a 35-14 victory. St. Albans to punt. running back joined in on the action. ball and St. Albans recovered it, tomac, hoping that they’ll claim the On the very first play from Hampton found the end zone It was senior Christian Steplight, which led to another Beatrice-to- IAC title. scrimmage, the Little Hoyas took for the second time from three yards who scored on a 14-yard touchdown Holliday touchdown connection to “Anytime you play Bullis, it’s a care of business, as junior tailback out on Georgetown Prep’s next dri- run to extend Prep’s lead to 28-0 in cut the deficit to three scores. rivalry,” said Paro. “They’re very Jalen Hampton took the handoff and ve, which began with some nice the second quarter. There was a possibility that the well-coached, and the two schools raced down the field for an 80-yard runs from Hampton. At that point, Steplight came through again one-win Bulldogs could upset the enjoy competing against each oth- touchdown to give Georgetown the Little Hoyas led 14-0 with 4:43 in the quarter, when he stepped to one-loss Little Hoyas . However, er.” Prep an early 7-0 lead. left in the first quarter. the outside for a six-yard score to the Little Hoyas defense forced takes we made tonight.” MCPS Athletic Halls of Fame get new inductees Harold Solomon, Mark Sturdi- Kevin Kelly, Mike Evans and Bob Branch to the 1975 Class B State audience that included Rockville vant, Jim Ward and Todd Wolfram Foster. Championship during a six-year Athletic Director Michael Hayes The Sporting View into the Silver Spring public Lester, 95, is a legendary stint at the Burtonsville public and the school’s longtime head school’s Athletic Hall of Fame. Montgomery County high school school. baseball coach Farron Riggs. “I By On October 26, Magruder in- football coach who also served a During a 14-year stint from had a front row seat to watch all of ducted a group of individuals into short stint as head coach at the 1979-1993, Lester guided Ma- you and you were all outstanding Brandy Simms their Athletic Hall of Fame includ- University of Maryland. gruder to a pair of state champi- choices.” ing Caitlin Wooten, Brooke Wen- During his tenure in Mont- onships. In 1984, Lester led the Hurd, the father of Walter del, Corinne Owens, Richie Har- gomery County, Lester was the Rockville public school to the Johnson head football coach Larry Montgomery County is ris, James Fuller, Karl Heimbach, head coach at Richard Mont- Class B state championship and Hurd Jr., has been a longtime foot- known for producing talented stu- Barb King, Benji Surpin, Zach gomery, Paint Branch and Ma- guided the Colonels to the Class A ball and basketball coach in Mont- dent-athletes in a variety of sports Tolbert and Daryl Wilbanks. gruder. As Richard Montgomery’s state championship in 1986. gomery County. including football, basketball, Earlier that day, Walter Ray, head coach, Lester guided the On Oct. 6, Rockville High During his playing days, Hurd baseball and lacrosse among oth- founder of EGOS, held an event at Rockets to an 86-10-1 record and School held a recognition event at was a two-time first team All-Met ers. Dominic’s Italian Grille to recog- six undefeated seasons from 1959- That’s Amore restaurant in which running back and was named the This fall, Rockville, Paint nize a group of individuals from 1968. He left Montgomery County coaches Jim Conner, Tom Manuel Touchdown Club Player of the Branch, Magruder and Spring- Paint Branch that included Roy and landed in College Park where and Larry Nuzzaci were honored Year in 1973. brook high schools all held recog- Lester, Tyree Hill, Tracy Jackson, he served as head coach at Mary- along with a group of former stu- “Larry,” said Manuel, “was nition events to honor their former Scott Venturelli, Sean Jackson, Ri- land from 1969 to 1971. dent-athletes that included Brian one of the best running backs this student-athletes. ley Inge, Mark Shannon, Phil Tay- Lester, who was Maryland’s Howard, Larry Hurd Sr., Audra county has ever had.” This past weekend, Spring- lor, Mark Norman, Daryl Butler, fourth head coach in five years, Poulin, Debbie Shockley, Andy brook inducted Sherryta Stokes Charles Harris, Corky McCorkle, compiled a 7-25 record in College Stroud and Gene Thomas. You can contact Brandy at: Campbell, Chris Davis, John Hen- Bruce Stayman, Butch Hilliard, Park but returned to Montgomery “I’m honored to be selected to [email protected]. derson, John Mondy, Kelly Roche, Mike McNerney, Mark Shaw, County where he guided Paint the Hall of Fame,” Manuel told the TheThe BestBest PlacePlace ForFor YourYour AdsAds

Call Lonnie Johnson at 301-306-9500 NOVEMBER 8, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 23 SPORTS Whitman defeats Churchill in soccer to advance Cougars down Patriots 1-0 amends for their elimination in the throughout the half to continuously By Nickolai Sukharev By David Rosenberg @Nickolaiss previous stage in 2017. deny goals from Rosen and Cohen. Special to the Sentinel Leading the Vikings in attack, Greene acknowledged BETHESDA — Whitman Cohen and Rosen looked to take an Humphries performance, adding “he GAITHERSBURG — The Vikings senior Natan Rosen scored early lead shortly after kickoff. Co- made some amazing saves [and] kept Quince Orchard Cougars girls varsi- two goals for his varsity soccer team hen had the first opportunity but his them in the game.” ty soccer team faced off against the as they defeated the Churchill Bull- effort when just wide of the goal. Attempting to get back into the visiting Wootton Patriots in an epic dogs 3-0 Thursday to advance to the Rosen, playing on the right game, forward Aria Ahadpour creat- third-round playoff game in which MPSSAA state quarterfinals. wing, took advantage of an unguard- ed opportunities but could not find the Cougars were triumphant, defeat- “I think we came in knowing ed flank to dribble past the Bulldogs the breakthrough for his team. ing the Patriots 1-0. what we wanted to do and we execut- backline and score with a long-range Twelve minutes from the final Quince Orchard’s Kate Faraone ed that game plan really well,” Rosen effort into the far corner. whistle, Cohen doubled the score by scored the only goal in the contest said. The home team continued to heading in a loose ball after Rosen’s late in the second half; the shot came The Vikings commenced the dominate with Rosen both attempt- long-range volley hit the Bulldogs off of a second effort on Grace Sol- match taking control of the ball pos- ing to score and creating opportuni- crossbar. er’s corner kick. session in search of an early goal. ties for his teammates but Bulldogs Two minutes later, Rosen It was a game of field position Rosen, leading his team in attack, sophomore goalkeeper Nicholas scored his second goal of the match with both teams having few opportu- scored after just four minutes. After Humphries reacted quickly. after rounding his marker and drib- nities to score. The first half was very assisting his teammate, junior for- Vikings senior defender bling through the Churchill defense. even in terms of possession with ward Harmond Cohen, in doubling Cameron Jones dribbled through his “I think we could have played great defensive play on both sides. PHOTO BY DAVID WOLFE the score, Rosen notched in a third opponent’s half but a Bulldogs de- better and spread the ball more but The first corner kick and opportunity The Q.O. girls celebrate goal in the closing minutes. fender parried Jones’ shot. they’re good defensively and good at to score came in the second half by kicks. “We knew it wasn’t going be “I thought we played well, we Rosen followed up with his own pressuring us,” said Churchill senior Wootton but was defended well by an easy one, because they really did didn’t finish at the right times in the efforts as the half drew to a close but midfielder Bryan Murphy. Quince Orchard. Zara Chavoshi of put up a good fight and we were able first half … but I thought we were in the Bulldogs backline led by senior “We played as hard as we could, Wootton had a solid game. Chavoshi to get the goal when we needed to,” control of the game,” said Whitman defender Grant Spivak held on to the balance just didn’t go our way had a number of chances, but Quince Keiller said. head coach Dave Greene, who cele- keep their deficit at one goal. and we went down on an unfortunate Orchard’s defense was on lockdown, Quince Orchard will face the brates 40 years of coaching at the Following the halftime break, situation and chased the game after keeping her at bay. Lindsey Brick of visiting Whitman Vikings in the re- school. “We took a positive approach the Vikings continued on the attack, that,” added Churchill coach Arnold Quince Orchard made many crucial gional championship on Nov. 6. to it.” looking to expand their lead with Tarzy. “We didn’t go down without defensive plays and set up posses- Whitman is coming off of a two-goal After defeating the B-CC Vikings senior midfielder Andrew trying.” sions for the offense on free kicks. win against Churchill and both teams Barons, the reigning state champi- Goldsholle providing crosses from Whitman will next face the Quince Orchard head coach Peg will be ready to play in hopes of con- ons, in the previous round on Tues- the right wing. Gaithersburg Trojans in the state Keiller said she was glad the game tinuing their runs for the state cham- day, the Vikings looked to make Humphries was on hand quarterfinals on Monday. did not go into extra time or penalty pionship.

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PHOTO BYMIKE CLARK Blake’s Brendan Lejeune gets manhandled after hitting a wall of Watkins Mill defenders. Picture of the Week . . .

High School Football Scoreboard High School Football Standings Montgomery County High School Football Last week’s scores: Rockville 8 Damascus 56 Einstein 5 Top Ten Wootton 8 4A North 3A Paint Branch 9-1 Blake 7-3 Seneca Valley 48 Sherwood 7-3 Watkins Mill 7-3 1.Damascus 10-0 Quince Orchard 42 Wheaton 12 Gaithersburg 0 Springbrook 1-9 Rockville 4-6 2.Quince Orchard 9-1 Magruder 5-5 3.Georgetown Prep 7-1 Sherwood 7 4.Paint Branch 9-1 Churchill 36 Whitman 0 Walter Johnson 28 5.Churchill 9-1 6.Bullis 7-2 Blake 16 4A West 2A Magruder 6 7.Landon 8-1 Watkins Mill 15 Churchill 9-1 Damascus 10-0 Kennedy 0 8.Good Counsel 6-3-1 Quince Orchard 9-1 Poolesville 3-7 9.Northwest 8-2 Northwest 8-2 Seneca Valley 2-8 Manchester Valley 7 Bullis 42 10.Blake 7-3 Poolesville 6 SS/SA 14 Richard Montgomery 7-3 Clarksburg 6-4 IAC Richard Montgomery 17 G. Prep 35 Blair 6-4 Landon 8-1 Blair 15 Wootton 5-5 Bullis 7-2 St. Albans 14 Worth Watching…Avalon, Walter Johnson 4-6 Georgetown Prep 7-1 Richard Montgomery. Northwest 49 Landon 17 Walt Whitman 4-6 B-CC 7 Episcopal 14 Einstein 4-6 And . . . not the Washington Red- Gaithersburg 3-7 WCAC Northwood 13 Good Counsel 31 skins. Springbrook 9 Wheaton 2-8 Good Counsel 6--3-1 Bishop McNamara 0 Northwood 2-8 Paint Branch 47 B-CC 1-9 CAFC Clarksburg 13 Kennedy 0-10 Avalon 5-2