Straight Talk About Heroin ‘Teens Should See the End Results.’

Centreville ❖ Clifton ❖ Little Rocky Run

SOUTHERN EDITION

MARCH 19-25, 2009 "Easy Street" 25 CENTS Newsstand Price Volume XXIII, NO. 11 Straight Talk About Heroin ‘Teens should see the end results.’

By Bonnie Hobbs Centre View

/Centre View /Centre

Second in a two-part series. Bonnie Hobbs

r. Tyler DeLange is a man with a mission. Besides being an ER

Bonnie Hobbs

D /Centre View doctor at Inova Fairfax Hospital, he’s also doing his best to educate parents about the Photo by Photo dangers of heroin use — so their Some of the cast of “Annie Jr.”, back row, from left, are Brooke Peterson, Fred Gortler, children won’t end up with life- Elaine Edwards, Maddie Assel, Luke Wilbur and Binta Barry. Front row, from left, are threatening medical conditions be- “orphans” Jessie Healy, Sophia Lee, Ariel In, Ashley Leightley and Lindsay Condon. cause of their addictions. Dr. Tyler DeLange He spoke, March 5, to a packed room of more than 100 parents in people’s lives were in such ‘Annie Jr.’ Takes over Liberty the Virginia Run Community Cen- shambles. And it almost always ter. It’s the local neighborhood began in their teens, as they went hardest hit by the recent heroin- from one drug to another to get Middle school presents are $5 at the door or at lunchtimes outside the distribution arrests, with some of more relief. They never get that school cafeteria. its young residents already in fed- first rush back, but they keep try- musical of 1933 New York. It takes place in 1933 New York, and Annie’s an eral penitentiaries, others waiting ing.” orphan who thinks her parents are still alive. in jail until they’re sentenced in By Bonnie Hobbs Wealthy businessman Oliver Warbucks offers a court — and still others en route REASONS FOR drug abuse vary, Centre View $50,000 reward to anyone with information lead- to criminal pleas or trials. said DeLange: “You want to fit in ing to their whereabouts, and the unscrupulous Those involved in dealing heroin and be cool, you’re curious and eaturing a cast and crew of 70, Liberty Rooster, Lily and Miss Hannigan scheme to get it. would drive from Virginia Run to just want to try it once, or you FMiddle School presents the musical, “Annie “We’ve been rehearsing since December and either Washington, D.C., or Balti- want to escape from your prob- Jr.” Show Times are Thursday-Friday, things are coming along well,” said Theater Di more, Md., to purchase their stash lems.” But he implored parents to March 26-27, at 7 p.m., and Saturday, March 28, to sell, with some left over for their start educating their children at 2 and 7 p.m., in the school lecture hall. Tickets See Liberty, Page 2 own use. And since DeLange about substance abuse at an early trained at Johns Hopkins Hospi- age. “Prevent the first hit,” he said. tal in Baltimore and saw the ef- “Get to them before someone else fects of long-term heroin use, ev- does.” ery day, he came to Centreville to Heroin depresses breathing and Songs, Dances, Skits: It’s TADA share his knowledge with the com- lowers blood pressure; and, said munity. the doctor, “It can kill you immedi- And on Sunday, March 29, at 7 p.m., this group “Baltimore is probably the ately.” Often, it’s laced with other School theater directors will present its second annual TADA Cabaret. It will heroin capital of the U.S., and its things to make it go farther and take Robinson stage. be held in the Russell Theatre at Robinson Second- use was rampant there,” he said. ary School, 5035 Sideburn road in Fairfax. Tickets “We saw case after case, and See Detailing, Page 4 are $5 at the door or at www.fcpsdrama.com.

By Bonnie Hobbs Directing this year’s event is Robinson’s theater

Centre View director, Chip Rome, and he says it’s going to be a 3-19-09 home

terrific and entertaining show, sure to please all ages. in ed Request

material.

hen people do something they’re espe- “It’s not true that those who can, do, and those Time-sensitive

cially pleased with, they sometimes stand who can’t, teach,” he said. “Because those of us who Postmaster: W Attention back and proudly say, “Ta-da.” However, teach can do, too, and people should come see for

TADA also stands for the Theatre Arts Directors As- themselves. It’s also going to be lots of fun.” #31 PERMIT Elkton, MD Elkton,

sociation, comprised of the middle- and high-school Besides that, the program is a fund-raiser for TADA’s PAID theater teachers and directors in Fairfax County Pub- Postage U.S.

lic Schools. See School Theater, Page 7 STD PRSRT www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 ❖ 1 News WHAT’S HAPPENING IN CENTREVILLE REAL ESTATE? Go to www.seln4u.com and click on Liberty Presents ‘Annie Jr.’ “Market Stats” to see current statistics From Page 1

on the market. Visit our blog to read rector Jody Scott. “The audience will enjoy the a summary of what is happening. cast’s enthusiasm, dancing and singing, and everybody is perfect for their parts.” IT’S GOOD NEWS! She called musical directors Nancy Hayes and Gary Verhagen “truly invaluable” and said Principal Peggy There’s lots of other information Kelly is supportive and excited about the play. “And I’m blessed to have a wonderful stage crew and stage there as well to browse through! manager Ashley Ziadi,” said Scott. “She’s so mature, it’s like having another adult to help.”

Experience…the Difference! She also praised her student director, Liberty grad Photo by and Centreville High freshman Anthony Ingargiola. See Complete School Information and “He’s incredible,” said Scott. “He’s in charge of the VIRTUAL TOUR at www.seln4u.com set, picked out the paint and got parents to volunteer their homes for set building. He has a vision for Bonnie Hobbs OPEN SUNDAY, 3/22/09, 1-4 P.M. what the set should look like and follows through, $249,900 $649,900 and he also contributed ideas for staging and char- CENTRE- VIRGINIA VILLE RUN acters.” Sun-filled, Rarely

/Centre View neutral 3 available PLAYING THE LEAD is eighth-grader Maddie fin lvl TH. Madison Assel. “Annie’s childish, but trying to be mature,” Immac- model! 5 BR ulate & upper lvl. said Maddie. “She’s spunky and, sometimes, moth- move-in ready! Fin walk-out Eat-in kit. w/Silestone, gas cooktop & dbl erly, and all the girls in the orphanage like her. Miss bsmnt w/FP & full BA. Rear deck. wall oven. Sun Rm w/terra cotta tile flr. Hannigan, who runs the orphanage, hates her be- Master BR w/full BA. Eat-in Kit FR w/FP. MBR w/sep. sitting rm. MBA w/updated appls & Pergo floor. w/jetted tub. Bsmt w/rec rm, media rm, cause she speaks her mind and can’t be pushed Dir.: From I66 to 28 S, L on around.” From left are Maddie Assel, Luke Wilbur Compton Road, L on Hartwood, R cedar closets & full BA. Many updates! on Hart Forest, R on Chasewood, Irrig. sys! Great lot backs to trees. Rear Delighted with her part, Maddie said, “I’ve and Binta Barry. Bear left to 6852. deck. watched the movie since I was little. I knew all the FX7004744 FX6700811 songs and wanted to live in the 1930s and be like he’s laid back in real life. But he’s pleased that $474,900 $539,900 Annie and have friends who were like your family.” “Warbucks is probably the character who ROCKY VIRGINIA RUN RUN She said it’s hard being sweet and tough at the changes the most.” Luke’s favorite song is “To- Lovely, Nothing same time, with an 11-year-old’s body language, but gether at Last,” a duet by Annie and Warbucks. upgraded 5 left to be she loves being onstage. Her favorite song is “I Don’t BR, 3 BA done! Im- Need Anything but You,” which she and Daddy SEVENTH-GRADER Fred Gortler portrays home. maculate, Warbucks sing in the finale. Hannigan’s brother, Rooster. “He’s outspoken Bright & airy 2-story LR w/vaulted updated home! New hardwood “The audience will love Miss Hannigan because and confident, sneaky and slick – basically, a ceiling. Gracious room sizes. Tons floors throughout! Beautiful she’s so scary and funny, and the orphans are really con artist,” said Fred. “I of storage space! Updated kit. Master Suite w/walk-in closet & Landscaping. Remodeled cute,” said Maddie. “I hope little girls like my char- really love playing him. full BA. Finished walk-out bathrooms. Finished walk-out acter, too, and will know they can be anything they Usually, I’m quieter, so it’s “Don’t give up basement. Rear deck. Corner lot basement. Large eat-in kitchen. want to be — just don’t give up hope and don’t give [another] side of me. And w/large fenced backyard. NO HOA. Family room with FP. up your dreams.” I have fun interacting with your dreams.” FX6902907 FX6998842 Eighth-grader Binta Barry portrays Hannigan. the other characters.” — Maddie Assel, $385,900 $479,900 “She’s sarcastic, cruel and an alcoholic,” said Binta. He especially likes the playing Annie VIRGINIA CABELLS RUN MILL “It’s really fun and challenging because I’m not like song, “Easy Street” be- GREAT that, at all. In ‘Seussical,’ I was bright and happy, cause it explains why the Lovely LOCATION/ CONDITION/ and now I’m dark and sardonic.” shady characters are trying to make money off home on price! cul- She likes her part because “Everybody who’s seen of other people. He says Scott “did great cast- private de-sac. Near major routes, Metro park/ ‘Annie’ remembers Miss Hannigan because she’s so ing the characters, and the audience will like lot. Cul-de-sac. Park-like ride, Fair Lakes shops & park. mean.” Her favorite song is one the orphans sing, how we move around on stage.” Original owners/former model. setting. Loft overlooking New paint/quality flooring. Newer “You’re Never Fully Dressed without a Smile,” be- Playing Lily St. Regis is Brooke Peterson. Family Room. Skylights. kit. appliances/Corian counters. cause “It’s a cute song and Miss Scott did a great job “She’s a ditzy blonde who’s Rooster’s sidekick, Updated BA’s. 2-car gar. Sep. Cathedral Ceilings. Rear Deck. storage rm. Almost 1/3 acre. with the choreography.” but doesn’t get that she’s not really wanted,” 2-car garage. Fantastic lndscpng, stone walls & Binta said the audience should enjoy the play be- said Brooke. “It’s fun to be someone completely brick porch/walk/patio. cause “We’ve worked hard on it and they’ll like how different. It’s hard when she tries saying some- FX6978678 FX7005299 all the characters’ different personalities mesh to- thing intelligent, because she never says any- Call Spencer Today. . .it will be gether to make something really nice.” thing intelligent. But I like that Lily’s carefree Playing Oliver “Daddy” Warbucks is classmate Luke and goes with the flow.” the best move you ever make! Wilbur. “At the beginning, he’s a strict, successful “Easy Street” is also her favorite number be- businessman who wants people to pay attention and cause the choreography illustrates each 703-266-SALE do everything he says,” said Luke. “Then when Annie character’s personality. Overall, said Brooke, comes in, he finds his soft side and learns you can’t “The audience will like the play’s meaning — DON’T SETTLE FOR BUY OR SELL WITH ME— just have money, you need other people.” how, even if life isn’t what you expected, you LESS THAN THE BEST! USE THIS TRUCK FOR He said it’s hard ordering people around, when can still be happy.” People Notes Spencer FREE! The winners of the Blue Iguana Feb- McCoy, Sparta, Wis., for deployment The major graduated in 1988 from ruary Free Lunch Contest are: Melissa overseas to a forward operating base in Gaithersburg High School, Md., and re- Long & Foster Realtors Franolich, Pace Global, Ben support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. ceived a bachelor’s degree in 1994 from Reischer, SAIC, Gregory Sye and Peterson is a physician with 14 years of the University of Oregon, Eugene. Dominion Virginia Power. military service. He earned a medical degree in 1998 His wife, Maureen, is the daughter of from the Uniformed Services University We’re .com! Army Maj. Scott M. Petersen has Bruce and Mary Higgins of Chantilly, of Health Sciences, Bethesda, Md. been mobilized and activated at Fort Va. 2 ❖ Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Roundups News Kacvinsky Pleads Guilty in Heroin Conspiracy Andrew Kacvinsky, 21, of Centreville pleaded guilty Tuesday, March 17, in U.S. District Court in Alexandria to conspiracy to distribute 100 grams or more of heroin. He now faces a manda- tory minimum of five years in prison when he’s Kacvinsky sentenced June 5 by Judge Leonie Brinkema. He’s the 12th person of the 15 people charged in connection with the Centreville heroin-distribution

ring to plead guilty. Photos by Prostitution, Other Charges Alleged Bonnie Hobbs A Greenbriar woman was among three women arrested last week in connection with alleged prostitution at a massage parlor. She is Jun Wang,

39, of 4107 Marble Lane. Both Wang and Main /Centre View Chong, 41, of Flushing, N.Y., were charged with one count of prostitution, residing in or keeping a bawdy place, operating a massage parlor with- Wang out a permit and not concealing an erogenous area. From left, Madeline Powell, Christina Barnes, Molly Parrish, Sarah Sanchez, Cierra Fairfax County police officers and zoning inspectors received Morrison, Sophia Hyde, Mckenzie Rackley and Carolina Sosa posed together before information on Friday, March 13, about a massage parlor at 6201 performing a Nigerian welcome dance. Leesburg Pike, No. 400, reportedly operating without a proper permit. So police went there and made the arrests. They charged Qi Yang, 38, of Flushing, N.Y., with one count of prostitution, residing in or keeping a bawdy place and operating a massage Celebrating Their Diversity parlor without a permit. All three women were taken to the Adult Detention Center. London Towne Elementary held its annual International Night on Friday, Feb. 20. Students performed ethnic dances from various countries, enjoyed international cuisine and saw displays of what different Centreville Woman Is Charged countries have to offer. Fairfax County police charged Tiffany C. Morgan, 23, of 5728 Belcher Farm Drive in Centreville with two counts of contribut- ing to the delinquency of a minor. Last Thursday, March12, at 1:09 p.m., City of Fairfax police officers were called to the Willard Health Center parking lot at 3750 Old Lee Highway to investi- gate a report of two children, 2 and 6, who’d been left alone in an unlocked vehicle with the engine running. According to police, investigation revealed that Morgan, the children’s aunt, had allegedly left the children unattended in the car while she kept an appointment. Morgan was released on summonses following her arrest, but the investigating officer con- tacted Child Protective Services about the case. Free Carseat Inspections Certified technicians from the Sully District Police Station will perform free, child safety carseat inspections, Thursday, March Fourth-grader Sydney Kindergartners Lucy Fraser Joanne Dimashi and Adam 19 and March 26, from 5-8:30 p.m., at the station, 4900 Stonecroft Mason wears a Peruvian and Manuel Gudiel. Bechtol do the merengue. Blvd. in Chantilly. Call 703-814-7000, ext. 5140 to confirm dates mountain outfit. and times. Tax Relief Workshop Slated This Friday, March 20, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Supervisor Pat Herrity (R-Springfield) will host a Tax Relief Workshop for senior citizens and people with disabilities, at the West Springfield Govern- ment Center, 6140 Rolling Road in Springfield. Staff members from the county’s Office of Tax Relief will meet with constituents on a one-on-one basis and help them fill out the necessary forms. Immigration Forum to Meet The Centreville Immigration Forum will meet Tuesday, March 24, at 7 p.m., in room 217 of Centreville United Methodist Church, at 6400 Old Centreville Road. Discussed will be the continuing increase in the community’s economic needs. Representatives of several new churches are expected to attend. From left: First-graders Kindergartners Kayla Bella Noelle Liesbeth Samia Ahmed, of Gutierrez and Santiago Rubijono and Tiffany Centreville’s London Towne See Roundups, Page 11 Quiroz dance the tango Nguyen sing an Indonesian community, performs an from Argentina. song together. Egyptian cane dance. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 ❖ 3 News Yeppi Pet Grooming Detailing Heroin’s Effects 14200F Centreville Square • Centreville From Page 1 and learned where to get help. 703-815-1166 “He started with cigarettes and alcohol in eighth Mon.–Sat. 8 am–5 pm Shampoo & Conditioning • Bath & Brush yield more money for the supplier. So the user snorts grade and progressed to marijuana, marijuana laced De-Matting • Custom Style & Cut • Nail Clipping or injects it at his or her own risk — not knowing with cocaine, cocaine and OxyContin,” said Jody. “In that, perhaps, rat poison has been mixed into it, he March of his senior year, we took him out of high TEETH $5 OFF said. school and put him in ADS [Fairfax County’s Alcohol Any Pet Custom Sometimes, a dose is stronger that what someone’s and Drug Services] treatment for eight months, and Located in Ask About Our CLEANING Style & Cut Centreville Package Square Shopping FREE Hot Oil Treatments $5-$7.00 used to — even though it’s the same amount — and he graduated in June 2008. We also did treatment as With coupon, new customers. Limit With coupon, new customers. Limit Center on per customer. Not Valid with any on per customer. Not Valid with any other offer. Expires 4/15/09 other offer. Expires 4/15/09 that, too, can cause death. “It can also cause flash a family. I had to save my son’s life.” pulmonary edema, in which your lungs immediately She said the treatment program gave him a break We use only all-natural products • Professional Full Service Grooming • Teeth cleaning fill up with fluid,” said DeLange. from drugs and kept him from go- “Your body becomes dependent on ing to the next step. So, said Jody, it and has violent, withdrawal symp- “Prevent the first the local heroin problem “has to be toms, including shaking and vomit- a wake-up call to the community. We ing. You can get infections in your hit. Get to them didn’t think it would happen to us, heart valves and all over your body either. You have to talk to your kids and, eventually, die of septic shock.” before someone before middle school because that’s He also said it’s imperative that else does.” when most of them start [experi- youth see the whole picture of the menting].” reality of drug use — and that means Dr. Tyler DeLange, emer- learning the truth about heroin’s gency-room physician POLICE SGT. Bill Fulton, School eventual effects on their bodies. Resource Officer supervisor, further “They need to see the end product of addiction, not urged attendees to contact their county supervisor just their friends getting high and having a good because middle-school SROs are on the county’s bud- time,” said DeLange. “In the ER, I wished kids could get chopping block, and middle school is “where these see what I was seeing. So, with their permission, I problems start.” started photographing some of my patients, writing Jody said teens often use Febreze to disguise drug down their stories and making presentations — be- odors and, she warned parents, “If you’ve got pain cause seeing is believing.” pills, medicine with codeine in it, etc., clean out your He then showed several slides of heroin addicts medicine cabinet because they start there first. And with serious, medical problems ranging from needle to support their habit, they become dealers.” marks, scars, sores and lesions all over their bodies, A local dad who chose not to identify himself also to swelling, infections, gangrene, hepatitis, HIV and shared a personal story: “When my oldest child was AIDS. Several of the images were so graphic that almost in high school, a parent at our pool told me, some of the parents had to avert their eyes. But ‘Your son has been selling marijuana to my son.’ Then DeLange stressed that all these people started out the police called us from the emergency room about looking normal, just like their own teen-agers, but our son. That was our wake-up call. If any of your ended up sick and aged before their time because of kids are lifeguarding at summer pools, there’s a wealth their continued drug use. of doping going on there and in the nearby woods.” He and his wife cracked down on sleepovers and ULTIMATELY, HE SAID, the life of a heroin abuser homework, but their son was now a high-school fresh- becomes a nightmare. “Every waking minute is spent men and, said the dad, “We weren’t making progress. trying to get the next hit,” said DeLange. “You don’t So we put him in ADS for six months and it seems to care about relationships or your appearance, and have helped.” you have depression and poor self-esteem. You lie, To the other parents, he said, “This is going on out steal, cheat, rob or prostitute to get drugs. And [the there. You think it’s not your kids? It probably is — addiction] is so hard to kick — the best way is to it’s rampant. Kids have tons of money and they buy prevent it from ever happening.” stuff. ADHD kids sell their drugs to be ground up and Then two, local parents stood up and spoke about sniffed. Kids also use cough syrup and alcohol. So how their own children had abused drugs. A keep your eyes open.” Chantilly mother named Jody saw signs of drug use Local police officers then advised parents to search in her now 19-year-old son when he was in ninth their children’s rooms and cars and to think twice grade, but “thought it was under control.” Still, she about dropping them off at shopping centers and and her husband were vigilant. movie theaters, unattended, “because people are “We put cameras in our home and signs on our standing around there selling drugs.” doors saying it was under surveillance,” she said. “This is not the time to think with your heart,” “We thought we were doing everything proactively, added Jody. “It’s the time to think with your head. but I had no idea the marijuana out there today is Don’t worry about offending your children — you so much stronger than it was in the ‘60s. When he have to take charge.” started using alcohol and marijuana, I should have “About 75 percent of our kids are not doing drugs, gotten professional help.” but the other 25 percent are fishermen — and they’ll Her son used to be athletic but, in his senior year reel them in, if they can,” said Clarence Jones, coor- at Chantilly High, said Jody, “Things fell apart rap- dinator of the county’s Safe & Drug Free Youth Pro- idly. He became disrespectful and disappeared for gram. “Take the bull by the horns and you can make four days.” So his parents went to the high school a difference.” DWI Directed Patrol Results in Sully Police District Fairfax County police officers from 10 p.m. until 3 a.m. Sunday. by alcohol or drugs. Approxi- conducted DWI directed patrols Motorists stopped for suspicion of mately 43 motorists were stopped. throughout the Sully District, to driving while intoxicated were Four arrests were made for DWI. deter and apprehend intoxicated evaluated to assure that their abili- Sixteen summonses were issued drivers on Saturday, March 14 ties to drive had not been impaired for miscellaneous traffic offenses.

4 ❖ Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 ❖ 5 Opinion

Many concerns about www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Newspaper of Fair Market Value? assessing properties in Centreville/Clifton/Chantilly Northern Virginia this year. A Connection Newspaper ess than a month ago, Fairfax, Arling many, if not most, properties. If houses An independent, locally owned weekly ton and Loudoun counties, and the in your neighborhood have sold in newspaper delivered to homes and businesses. City of Alexandria, like other local foreclosure for dramatically reduced prices, sales from 2008 that justify your view of your 7913 Westpark Drive L McLean, Virginia 22102 governments, mailed each property does that affect the value of your house? You home’s fair market value. There are two pos- owner a new assessment of the fair market know it does. sible steps to appeal, first to the local depart- NEWS DEPARTMENT: value of the property. The value on the piece of paper sent to your ment of tax administration, then to each To discuss ideas and concerns, What is your home’s fair market value? house will determine the amount of property locality’s Board of Equalization. The Board of Call: 703-917-6444 Fax: 703-917-0991 Most homeowners probably believe that the tax you owe this year, based on the tax rate Equalization is independent of the tax asses- e-mail: fair market value of their home is what which in most places will not be pre- sors office; it is made up of citizens appointed [email protected] they could sell it for in a reasonable Editorial cisely set until April. by the governing board. Steven Mauren period of time right now — say put- Local governments’ budgets, the Editor, 703-917-6431 ting it on the market this week and al- amount of money they have to fund IN FAIRFAX COUNTY, the deadline to ap- [email protected] lowing 30-60 days. How much would that be? schools, public safety, libraries and many other peal to the Department of Tax Administration Bonnie Hobbs Community Reporter, 703-917-6430 It’s a tough question this year, with values services, depend directly on how much the is April 3, and appeals to the next level must [email protected] dropping by more than 12 percent on average homes in each jurisdiction are worth, based be postmarked no later than June 1. The sec- Julia O’Donoghue in Fairfax, nearly 15 percent in Loudoun, less on the tax rate. This is more so in Virginia than ond deadline could well roll around before a Education & Politics, 703-917-6433 than 5 percent in Alexandria and about 2 per- in many other states where localities have more homeowner gets an answer to the administra- [email protected] cent in Arlington. leeway in choosing sources of revenue. Locali- tive appeal, so it’s important to engage in both Ken Moore The tax assessors base their decisions on the ties in Virginia are more dependent on prop- processes at once. Projects, 703-917-6417 [email protected] sales of “comparable” properties that sold in erty taxes because the General Assembly has See http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dta/ for Jason Mackey 2008, sometimes earlier. But with the number strictly limited their access to other taxes. In instructions and information. Sports Editor, 703-917-6438 of sales down dramatically, there are some- Virginia, because it is a “Dillon Rule” state, lo- [email protected] times very few “comparable” sales. In Fairfax calities only have exactly the power that the We want to hear from you; please share your ADVERTISING: County, the majority of sales are foreclosures. General Assembly has bestowed on them. opinion of your assessment, or any experiences To place an advertisement, call the ad But the assessors have decided that foreclo- you have in appealing your assessment. department between 9 a.m. and sures should not be taken into consideration YOU CAN APPEAL your assessment, but the 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. as a comparable sale. deadlines are fast approaching and the bur- Display ads 703-821-5050 Classified ads 703-917-6400 This is questionable, and the exclusion of den of proof is entirely on the homeowner. You — Mary Kimm, Employment ads 703-917-6464 [email protected] foreclosure sales likely inflates the value of will need to be prepared to cite comparable Karen Washburn Display Advertising, 703-917-6468 [email protected] For a Good Cause Rebecca Nenner Display Advertising, 703-917-6471 [email protected] Andrea Smith Classified Advertising, 703-917-6401 [email protected] Barbara Parkinson Employment Advertising 703-917-6418 [email protected]

Editor & Publisher Mary Kimm 703-917-6416 [email protected] Editor in Chief Steven Mauren Managing Editors Steve Hibbard, Michael O’Connell, Kemal Kurspahic Photography: Robbie Hammer, Louise Krafft, Craig Sterbutzel Matt Raba and Zachary Lewis have their heads shaved for Art/Design: the annual St. Baldrick’s. “There is no reason not to cel- Zohra Aslami, Geovani Flores, Laurence Foong, John Heinly, ebrate this event. It’s all about the kids,” said Raba. John Smith, Stu Moll, Wayne Shipp / Centre View / Centre Production Manager: Jean Card

CIRCULATION: 703-917-6480 Circulation Manager: Linda Pecquex

Robbie Hammer CONNECTION NEWSPAPERS, L.L.C. Peter Labovitz President/CEO Mary Kimm Photos by Photos Publisher/Chief Operating Officer 703-917-6416 Kyle Stolmack, 14, of Centreville, has his head shaved [email protected] th after having raised $240 as part of the 5 Annual St. Jerry Vernon Baldrick’s Day celebration at Fast Eddie’s on March 15. Executive Vice President 703-917-6404 St. Baldrick’s Day is held every year as the world’s [email protected] largest, volunteer driven fund-raiser for childhood Wesley DeBrosse cancer. More than 30 volunteers in the Centreville area Controller had their heads shaven and three women donated Debbie Funk locks of their hair for Locks of Love. More than $10,000 National Sales, 703-518-4631 [email protected] was raised during the 5th annual event in the area. Bub Malcolm of the Dulles Park Barber Shop donated Stolmack is a three-year survivor of neuroblastoma. his Sunday to shave heads as part of the event.

6 ❖ Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News PLAZA LAUNDROMAT Runway Revolution Good Prices • Great Location • New Machines Westfield High School’s advanced fashion market- Clean ing class will hold its Spring 2009 Fashion Show & Fresh on March 26. The Fashion Show Team includes, front 13826-H Braddock Road row, from left, Ximena Centreville, VA 20120 Oyola Zapata, Sukriti Rt 29 / Old Centreville Rd. Kaushal and Shahbano (Grand Plaza) Farid. In the back row, 703.266.7170 from left, are Tara Cassens, 7:30am - 10:00pm Daily Jennifer Lane, Julianne Thompson, and Wafa Hamid. Tickets are $10 each or $5 with a donation of a clothing item. Items must be good condition It’s haircuthaircut time and clean, and will be collected at the door. All donations will go to Good- will Industries. Welcome’s Stylist Fernanda Back! % % 10 OFF 20 OFF School Theater Directors on Stage Any Any Chemical Hair Service Treatment From Page 1 Does not combo Does not combo This year’s participants include Tim King, a Wash- Expires 5-30-09 Expires 5-30-09 Must present coupon Must present coupon ington Irving Middle School teacher, accompanied Only with Fernanda Only with Fernanda “sunshine events” — births, deaths, illnesses, by musicians from the school, performing the song, weddings and other important occasions “The Origin of Love,” from “Hedwig and the Angry 703-968-9862 within the theater community. Said Rome: “It Inch.” The high-school theater director at Lake 14215-A Centreville Square Centreville, Virginia 20121 helps us support our colleagues at significant Braddock Secondary, R.L. Mirabal, will entertain with times in their lives.” Miraband — a band of two students, an alumnus and him playing bass, guitar, piano and drums. THE SHOW has eight acts signed up to per- Ariel Baska of Rachel Carson Middle School is do- form, so far. But, said Rome, “It grew to twice ing “Director’s Notes,” a comic monologue by Victoria that number last year, so we’ll see what hap- Wood; and Philip Lee Clark will perform the song pens as time goes and dance routine, “Mr. Cellophane,” from “Chicago.” on. There’ll be And Stone Middle Theater Director Lois Walsh will “Where else can skits, songs and sing and be part of a dance number. dances. Some stu- Pafumi will sing the Bobby Darin classic, “Beyond you be entertained dents will be in it the Sea,” and Amy Hard, middle-school theater as backup, or to teacher at Robinson, will dance with some other in- for five bucks? accompany a per- structors. In addition, Knight and Fairfax Academy — Chip Rome, Robinson former, but the Theater Teacher Mike Replogle will do a two-per- Secondary theater director focus is on the son, comedy scene. teachers.” “We have a good time,” said Rome. “It’s a very tal- Fairfax High ented group of people, and the opportunity to see Theater Director Wendy Knight is the producer, them demonstrate their skills for entertainment, and and Westfield High Theater Director Scott not just education, is certain to be worth one’s time Pafumi, assistant producer. The stage manager and money. Parking is free — and where else can is Woodson High Theater Director Terri you go to be entertained for five bucks? And the Hobson. more, the merrier.”

BARBER SHOP $ 00 2 OFF Any Haircut Not valid with any other discount. With coupon only. One coupon per customer. Expires 3/31/09 703-968-3369 Old Centreville Crossing Barber Same Shopping Center as IHOP Restaurant / Glory Days, Next door to Papa John’s Pizza Located in Old Centreville Crossing Shopping Center 13826-G Braddock Road. Centreville, VA 20121 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 ❖ 7 CENTREVILLE Saint Andrew

Lutheran Church Meeting at Deer Park Elementary School 15109 Carlbern Drive Centreville, VA 20120 Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Bible Study-9:30 a.m. Christian Education for All Ages: 9:45 a.m. Worship- 10:30 a.m. • Programs for Children, Youth & Adults Adult Bible Study: Wed. 9:30 a.m. • Nursery Provided (703) 815-8860 www.ccbc-va.com Pastor, Gary L. Maines Our mission is to welcome all people, to grow in our relationship with Christ, Mount Olive Baptist Church and to serve the Lord 6600 Old Centreville Road Centreville, VA 20121 Braddock Road and Cranoke Street 703-830-8769 Centreville, VA 20120 Rev. Eugene Johnson, Pastor www.mountolive-church.org www.saintandrewlc.org “MOVING FROM MEMBERSHIP 703-830-2768 TO DISCIPLESHIP!!” Worship Services: Sunday Praise & Worship Services: 7:30 am and 10:45 am Sunday Children’s Church 8:00 am and 11:00 am Sunday Communion Services Third Sundays 7:30am and 10:45 am Tree of Life Bible Church Sunday School 9:45am - 10:45 am TreeTree of Life Bible Church Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm

THE CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION Traditional Anglican Service 1928 book of Common Prayer

9:00am - Morning Prayer 11:00am - Holy Communion (CHURCH SCHOOL & NURSERY) 13941 Braddock Road, (north off Rte. 29) Centreville, VA 703-830-3176 b b CENTREVILLE

To highlight your faith community, call Karen at 703-917-6468 highlight your faith community, To b Communities of Worship b b b

8 ❖ Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Worth Noting FREE ESTIMATES 60-75% OFF HARDSCAPING/PLANTING ALL POTTERY To have community events listed in School in Centreville on March 20 and Washington’s Largest Centre View, mail to 7913 Westpark 21 at 7:30 p.m. and on March 8 and THURSDAY, MARCH 26 Patios, walls, Drive, McLean, VA 22102, e-mail to 22 at 2 p.m. Featuring a 90-minute Saturday Night in the Suburbs will Selection [email protected] show with songs from “Mamma Mia,” be held Thursday, March 26 at 7 p.m. walkways, or fax to 703-917-0991. Call Rebecca Manhattan Transfer, “Wicked,” “Man at Westfield High School’s lecture paver driveways Halik at 703-917-6407. of La Mancha,” “Rent,” Mowtown, hall. This is an evening of dialogue 25% OFF Tom Lehrer, and many more. Cast with a panel of senior students to & so much more All Nursery Stock includes director- Joe Philipoom, discuss drugs, alcohol, parties, THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Now at 2003 Pricing Perennials Pansies musical director -Charlie Manship, driving, sexting, and communication 2008 STOCK ONLY Reg. $1.89 ¢ La Leche League of Centreville/ Cathy Arnold, Stacy Crickmer, Annie between teens and parents. Funded .97 Chantilly will hold its March Ermlick, Jim Mitchell, Denica Shook, in part by Safe and Drug-Free Mulch 3 cu. FT. $2.99 meeting on Thursday, March 19 at 10 Trace Stokes and Lee Wilbur. Go to Schools and Communities Act. a.m. The topic is “The Art of www.thealliancetheatre.org for Supported by Westfield Community Bulk $19.95 Per cu. YD. Breastfeeding and Avoiding tickets. Coalition and Westfield PTSA. Open 9-6 • 7 Days Difficulties.” Pregnant and nursing Contact Jennifer Cooper at 9023 Arlington Blvd., Fairfax, VA women as well as their children are [email protected] or Jennifer SATURDAY/MARCH 21 703-573-5025 welcome to attend. Meeting location Campbell at [email protected]. 2 miles west of I-495 on is the Centreville Library, 14200 St. Family Pizza Party. 4 to 6 p.m. at Rt. 50 (Vienna Metro) Germaine Drive. Free. Call a La the Brookfield Swim Club, 13615 CravensNursery.com Leche League Leader at 703-471- Pennsboro Drive. Enjoy games, pizza FRIDAY/MARCH 27 7762 or 703-449-0131. and more. Cost is $5/person, max Arts & Crafts Festival. 10 a.m.-6 The New Providence Republican $20/family. p.m. at Dulles Expo Center, 4368 Women meeting will be held Performance. Peter Douskalis, WHS Chantilly Shopping Center. Browse Thursday, March 19 at 7 p.m. at the graduate and senior at Shenandoah works in jewelry, art, instruments Oakton Library, Meeting Room 1, University, will perform at Pacino and more. $7/adult; $1/child. Visit 10304 Lynnhaven Place. Guest Ristorante , 7-9 p.m. Admission is www.CraftShow.com for more. speaker is Anthony Bedell, chairman free. Pacino Ristorante is located at of the Fairfax County Republican 5653 Stone Road, Centreville. Committee. All welcome. Call 703- Reservations not required, but SATURDAY, MARCH 28 591-7368. recommended. Call 703-222-5885. The Fairfax Jubil-Aires will hold its NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA JUNE 8 – 12...... $699 rd 53 annual show, “Let’s Bust a Chord Includes Deluxe Motorcoach from Vienna or Rockville, 4-Nights Hotel, Breakfast & Dinner Daily, Maid Tonight” on Saturday, March 28 at 2 of the Mist Boat Ride, Tour of Toronto, Niagara & Niagara-on-the-Lake, Visits to Welland Canal & MARCH 20-22 TUESDAY, MARCH 24 and 7 p.m. at the Ernst Theater of Rossi Glass & a Casino! Call for an Itinerary! The Super Pet Expo will be held March The first Centreville Day 2009 Northern Virginia Community NORTHERN NATIONAL PARKS 20-22 at the Dulles Expo Center in Planning Committee will be held College, Annandale Campus. Special Yellowstone, Tetons, Craters of the Moon JULY 24 – 31...... $1879 Chantilly. The fun-filled family event on Tuesday, March 24 at 7:30 p.m. at guests will be SoundWorks from Includes Air from Dulles, 7-Nights Hotel, Daily Breakfast, 4 Dinners, Transfers, Sightseeing – Call for will feature more than 150 pet-related the Sully Government Center on Richmond and Maxx Factor. Parking Itinerary! exhibitors along with some unique Stonecroft Blvd. Volunteers are is free. Visit http:// entertainment and educational needed for the following committees: www.fairfaxjubilaires.org. IRELAND…Including the North! OCT 28 – NOV 6...... $2199 activities. Show hours are 4-9 p.m. on Parade, Vendors, Sponsors, Arts & Crafts Festival. 10 a.m.-6 Includes Air from Dulles on Aer Lingus, 8-Nights Hotel, Daily Breakfast & Dinner, Irish Coffee at Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday; Entertainment, Publicity, p.m. at Dulles Expo Center, 4368 Cabra Castle, Daily Sightseeing, Whiskey Tasting….FUN! Call for Itinerary! and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Transportation, and Historical Chantilly Shopping Center. Browse Shillelagh Travel Club Admission is $12 for adults, $6 for Activities. It’s an opportunity to learn works in jewelry, art, instruments 100 East Street SE, Suite 302 • Vienna, Virginia 22180 children ages four to 12, and free for more about the community and to and more. $7/adult; $1/child. Visit kids age 3 and under. Buy tickets meet people from local business, www.CraftShow.com for more. 703-242-2204 1-800-556-8646 online at www.superpetexpo.com and churches, social organizations and Easter Egg Hunt. Children, age three Please visit our Web-site at: www.shillelaghtravelclub.com save $2 and kids attend free. more. Proceeds from Centreville Day to seven years, can bring their for a listing of all our upcoming trips and socials support the Centreville Community baskets and hunt for filled Easter Foundation. eggs in the fields around Sully MARCH 20-21 Immigration Forum. 7 p.m. at Historic Site from 1 to 3 p.m. Hunts The Alliance Theatre will present Centreville United Methodist Church. are set for 1:30 or 2:30 p.m. The rain “Capital Cabaret”, an eight-person Talk about economic needs in the date is April 4. The cost is $5 per singing group, at Mountain View High community. child. To reserve, call 703-437-1794. Faith Notes ANNOUNCEMENT Congregation Yad Shalom, lo- tions, 703-579-6079, or visit side of Route 29, just west of the Lee cated in Centreville, provides a variety www.yadshalom.com. Highway-Union Mill Rd. intersection. of programs in a traditional format with Sunday School for children meets a modern flair: Living Savior Lutheran Church during the worship hour, and following * Ask about the K - 2 Hebrew school will hold a multi-church rummage sale worship there will be a fellowship hour for the children for the winter semester. on Saturday, April 18 from 8 a.m. to with fair-trade coffee and treats. Dr. John Dresely * Join the congregation and Cantor noon, rain or shine. The church is at A “Living the Questions” evening Zucker for a Friday night Shabbat ser- 5500 Ox Road (Route 123) in Fairfax. Bible study meets in Manassas, and a vice on March 20 at 8 p.m. at Little Proceeds will help NOVACO meet its daytime Bible study group meets in Developmental Optometrist Rocky Run Community Center. client’s needs. Contact John Mitros at Centreville. Other covenant groups are * Celebrate Passover with the congre- [email protected] or JoAnn Grant forming. Check the Web site, gation with a special seder service on at [email protected] wellspringucc.org, or call Sara Little at Thursday, April 9 at 5:30 p.m. at Little 703-257-4111 for information on these Rocky Run Community Center. Wellspring Church this Sunday and other special events. * Join the congregation for a Friday will hear from Pastor Al Fuertes on Wellspring United Church of Christ is Now located at: night Shabbat service on April 24 at 8 “How to live in tough times.” Sunday thoughtful, prayerful, justice-seeking, p.m. at Little Rocky Run Community worship is at 11 a.m., at the chapel on and Open and Affirming to seekers of all Robert M. Allen, OD, PC Center # 3. Route 29, 13510 Lee Highway, backgrounds and orientations. Worship For more information and/or direc- Centreville. The chapel is on the north is informal. & Eye Street Optical at: 3910 Centreville Rd., Suite 100. Chantilly

• Comprehensive vision care for “come enjoy culinary expertise cultivated from over children and adults 150 collective years of kitchen experience” • Vision care for children Lunch Special for $7.95 Bento Special for $9.95 with special needs LunchAfter Special Work forHour only Special $6.95 Mon. to Fri. 4pm - 7pm • Vision therapy for vision problems that 10% off interfere with reading, learning and sports Expires 3-31-2009. Does not combine. Dine in only 14107 St. Germain Dr. To schedule an appointment please call: Celebrate All Your “Come Celebrate Centrewood Plaza next to Giant Food Special Occasions The Holidays Here” 703-266-7300 • fax 703-266-5881 here! 703-508-2454 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 ❖ 9 Community Cosmetic, Family and Laser Dentistry Four in Arrow of Light Ceremony Jose Aunon, D.D.S. ub Scout Pack 321 cel- 6134 Redwood Square Ctr. Cebrated the 99th Birthday Suite 202 of Scouting on Feb. 20, at Centreville, VA 20121 the Bull Run Elementary School. The scouts received their Rank Samuel Aronhime, D.M.D. Advancement and the Webelos II’s participated in the tradition of 703-266-BITE (2483) crossing over to Boy Scouts with Early A.M. & Evening Appts. Available the Arrow of Light Ceremony. Those scouts were Austin Heuhn, www.virginialaserdental.com Erik Hoffman, Calvin Raymond, and Adam Waldmiller. Austin Heuhn and Calvin Raymond will be joining Boy Scout Troop 893 From the far left, Ken and Bark Waldmiller, son Adam, OPEN HOUSES and Erik Hoffman and Adam AnnaMarie and Mark Heuhn, son Austin, Kirk and Ronna SAT./SUN. MARCH 21 & 22 Waldmiller are taking on new life Raymond, son Calvin, Chief Rocca, back row, Rob Tobin, adventures. Cub Scout Master Pack 321. Special guests of the evening included the principals of Bull Run counselor in several activity areas, Thunders. Elementary, Mrs. Miller, Mrs. and serves as the Campmaster pro- Ken Waldermiller, a five -year Kenny and Miss Pendergrass; Mr. gram at Camp Rock Enon, He volunteer, was recognized for his Peter DeFreece, Steve Hunt, and holds the Silver Beaver Award — extensive volunteer service as he his wife Monique from the pack’s the highest Scout honor to be transitioned out along with his son chartering organization, the awarded to a volunteer — and was Adam Waldmiller of Pack 321. American Legion Centreville Post recently honored by the Rotary Waldmiller began as a Den Leader, 1995; Loren Lazear from Sully Club of Winchester for his support took responsibility as Pack Trainer, District “Friends of Scouting;” of Boy Scouts. Another special earned his Wood Badge and cul- Scoutmaster John Weinheimer guest of the evening, and assist- minated to Committee Chair of the from Troop 893. Also present was ing in the Arrow of Light Cer- Pack. Waldmiller was offered the William Huehn, the grandfather of emony, was Johnny Rocca. Chief position of Sully District Council Austin Heuhn. Huehn has been in Rocca is from Leesburg. He is a Trainer, by Donna Ainger of Sully scouting for over 50 years. Huehn member of the Southern Band of District Scouting, which he ac- is a Brotherhood member of the the Tuscarora Tribe. His Native cepted that evening. Pacino Res- Order of the Arrow, earned his American name is Lo way los Go taurant catered the evening’s din- 12638 Water Street • $949,900 • Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM WoodBadge, is a merit badge Sawdus which means Horse That Long & Foster • Lynda Kay • 703-915-0574 ner.

When you visit one of these Open Houses, tell the Realtor you saw it in this Connection Newspaper. For more real estate listings and open houses, visit www.ConnectionNewspapers.com and click the Real Estate links on the right side. Riley Heads Trash Cleanup of Creek Call Specific Agents to Confirm Dates & Times. By Steve Hibbard matic transmission fluid. There The Connection Centreville/Clifton were 50-60 tires out of Bull Run Creek and thousands of beer 12638 WATER ST...... $949,900 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Long & Foster...... Lynda Kay...... 703-915-0574 zaak Walton League member bottles, as the site was used for il- 13750 CABELLS MILL DR...... $549,900 .....Mar 29th, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.....Long & Foster...... Kimberlee House...... 703-201-8660 Colin Riley, 41, of Fairfax City legal parties. But the biggest prob- 6535 ROCKLAND DR...... $599,000 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Samson Realty LLC...... Don Samson...... 703-864-4894 I 5529 CLIFTON RD...... $830,000 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Samson Realty LLC...... Felicia Tsoa...... (571) 214-0105 has removed about 3 1/2 tons lem was plastic bags. 12601 CLIFTON HUNT LANE...... $834,900 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Keller Williams Realty..Diane Lenahan...... 703-283-7328 of solid waste from an illegal “The trouble with plastics is they 7701 ROSE GATE CT...... $1,150,000 ..Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Keller Williams Realty..Diane Lenahan...... 703-283-7328 dump the size of 1/4 acre along break down to smaller pieces but 14920 JASLOW ST...... $365,900 .....Mar 22nd, 12:00 AM to 3:00 PM..Long & Foster...... Linda Blakemore...... 703-368-1146 Bull Run Creek in Bull Run Re- they never really go away,” Riley 6316 Barnesdale Path...... $997,000 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....ERA Champion Realty..Nancy Foltz...... 703-772-021 gional Park near the Prince Will- said. Chantilly/Oak Hill iam County line. He adds: “I figure that if we 12713 OX MEADOW DR...... $1,145,000 ..Mar 22nd, 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM..Jobin Realty...... Thanh Luong...... (703)365-9090 With help from a few volunteers, don’t do it, nobody else will. … Fairfax they removed over 500 pounds of Parks and government agencies 3805 MILLARD WAY...... $1,550,000 ..Mar 21st, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.....Long & Foster...... Margaret Earnest...... 703-873-3500 cans of paint, bottles, motor oil just don’t have the resources to do 3455 Briargate Ct...... $624,900 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Samson Realty LLC...... Keith Harris ...... 703-395-6601 and 55-gallon drums with auto- things like this. They can’t afford 4107 Berritt St...... $399,000 ....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Samson Realty LLC...... DeSarno Team...... 571-212-7770 10706 Orchard St...... $499,000 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Weichert ...... Ron Fowler...... 703-598-0511 3114 Plantation Pkwy...... $479,900 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Weichert ...... Ron Fowler...... 703-598-0511 3453 INDALE CT...... $586,000 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Weichert...... Rosemary Graham.....703-850-2943 A great Some of the trash cleared 12165 Penderview Square #1006$189,000 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Keller Williams Fairfax.Bret Bohannon...... 703-408-1805 from Bull Run Creek. 5406 RUBY DR...... $750,000 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....RE/MAX Preferred...... Jennifer O’Brien...... 703-255-9700 man is Burke one who to hire people to come out and 6202 ERMAN CT...... $515,000 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Coldwell Banker...... Amy Goodman ...... (703) 477-9306 clean these areas.” 9519 Retriever Road...... $599,950 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Weichert...... Kathleen Quintarelli....703-862-8808 Early Morning, Dentistry for can have “I think that he’s a real local Evening Appointments Adults and Children Fairfax Station power hero. He’s a great organizer,” said Available Ned Foster, president of Friends of 7101 PARK POINT CT...... $724,950 .....Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Weichert...... Kathleen Quintarelli....703-862-8808 and not 11715 WINTERWAY LANE...... $1,250,000 ..Mar 22nd, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM....Keller Williams Realty..Diane Lenahan...... 703-283-7328 Most Insurances Accepted! Little Rocky Run and newly ap- Accepting New Delta Dental Patients abuse it. pointed to the Environmental Anthony D. Falbo D.D.S. and Judith A. Thomas D.D.S. —Henry L. Quality Advisory Committee. “If To add your FREE Realtor Open House listing in 14245-F Centreville Square (703) 815-0775 Doherty you look at the whole thing, he’s removed tons of debris.” Chantilly/Oak Hill, Centreville/Clifton, Fairfax Next, Riley is planning a big Contact:Karen Washburn cleanup in Mason Neck State Park [email protected] Your Home…Your Neighborhood… on Saturday, April 4, from 9-12 All listings due by Mon. at 3 p.m. Your Newspaper p.m. at the Occoquan River and Potomac River confluence.

10 ❖ Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Roundups ENRICHING LIVES… EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS From Page 3 • State-of-the-art Facility WE OFFER TWO CONVENIENT LOCATIONS • Digital X-Rays (Reduced Radiation) Both of our beautiful, modern offices use the latest technology in orthodontic treatment for • Audio/Video Entertainment for Relaxation children and adults. Poplar Tree Flexible interest free payment plans are available • Saturday and Late Hours Available Most insurance plans are accepted Road Widening • We accept Most Insurances Convenient Saturday and evening hours BOARD CERTIFIED DIPLOMATE A meeting about the Poplar Tree Of THE AMERICAN BOARD Road widening project will be held 703-961-0707 OF ORTHODONTICS Tuesday, March 24, at 7 p.m., in Call for your FREE Initial Consultation the Sully District Governmental “Dr. Nik” Center, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd. in TOOTH WHITENING SPECIALS Centreville Gainesville Kamran Nikseresht D.D.S., F.A.G.D. 6138 Redwood Square 7521 Virginia Oaks Dr., Chantilly. UP TO OFF 14415 Chantilly Crossing Lane 50 % Center, Suite 103 Suite 120 Chantilly, VA 20151 703-815-0127 703-754-4880 Hear Caputo In the Target & Costco Shopping Center, to the left of Starbucks www.nvaortho.com And Rust Chantilly High’s PTSA is hosting South Riding Pediatric Dentistry a town hall meeting Wednesday, March 25, at 7:30 p.m., in the Complete Dental Care SHIRLEY F. BETHEL, D.M.D. school’s lecture hall. Speakers will Dentistry for Children and Adolescents Board Certified be delegates Chuck Caputo (D-67) for the Entire Family and Tom Rust (D-86). They’ll 4229 Lafayette Center Dr., Suite 1400 present information and answer BRUCE R. HUTCHISON, D.D.S. Chantilly, VA 20151-1201 questions, and all members of the MICHAEL H. GORMAN, D.D.S. Phone 703-378-2000 community are welcome, includ- WHITNEY S. JARRELL, D.D.S. ing students. Fax 703-378-2400 (Participating Provider for Delta Premier, Sully District FAMILY DENTISTRY United Concordia and Guardian) Council Meets 14245-P Centreville Sq. CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS The Sully District Council of Citi- Centreville, VA 20121 zens Associations and its Land-Use “Easy As A Day Committee will meet Wednesday, 703-830-9110 At The Beach” March 25, at 7 p.m., in the Sully District Governmental Center, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd. in Chantilly. Susan Datta, with the Office of Management and Budget, will dis- Advanced Dentistry With A Sensitive Touch cuss the Fairfax County Budget. Call Jeff Parnes, evenings, at 703- FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY 904-0131. Now you can relax with Sedation Dentistry ‘Saturday Night and wake up with a beautiful smile. Comprehensive Dentistry For All Ages In Suburbs’ Including ... Seniors at Westfield High will hold a substance-abuse awareness • Extensive Cosmetic Options program for parents, Thursday, March 26, at 7 p.m., in the school • Laser Dentistry ® lecture hall. Students will conduct • Invisalign an honest and eye-opening discus- • Orthodontics sion about drugs, alcohol, parties, • Implants driving, sexting and communication between teens and parents. *Financing Available The Westfield Community Coali- tion and Westfield PTSA are the sponsors. Contact Jennifer Cooper at [email protected]. ResultsResults RehabRehab && Fitness,Fitness, Inc.Inc. PhysicalPhysical TherapyTherapy && PilatesPilates Budget Town Hall Meeting WhereWhere EveryoneEveryone Supervisor Pat Herrity (R- Springfield is holding a town hall GetsGets Results!!Results!! Call our office today to change your smile meeting about the Fairfax County budget, next Thursday, March 26, “AND PUT YOUR FEARS TO REST.” at 7:30 p.m., in rooms 9 and 10 of Orthopedic Physical Therapy • Pilates Equipment Sessions 703-818-1500 the county Government Center, • One-On-One Personal Training 12000 Government Center Park- Accepts most insurances Charles and Katherine Fischer, D.D.S, P.C. way in Fairfax. Call 703-451-5515 First appointment offered within 48 hours • Early morning and evening appointments available for more details. Centreville Location Gainesville Location 5895 Trinity Parkway, Suite 200 5719 Centre Square Drive 7521 Virginia Oaks Drive, Suite 240 Centreville, VA 20120 Centreville, Virginia 20120 Gainesville, Virginia 20155 Phone: (703) 818-8804 Phone: (703) 753-7600 www.fischerdental.net www.ResultsRehab.net www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 ❖ 11 Centre View Sports Editor Jason Mackey Sports 703-917-6438 or [email protected] No Time To Waste Marvin, a slick-fielding shortstop, hit .471 last Centreville softball — spring with a .779 slugging percentage and an on- among others — will base percentage of .532. She also hit four homers and had a team-high 28 RBIs. Jess Ferrick, a pitcher depend on talented who’ll take over for George Mason freshman Brianne Pease, hit .411 with 22 RBIs. group of youngsters. “It’s been easy,” Jess Ferrick said of mentoring the younger players. “They all have great attitudes and the young kids are all working really hard and try- By Jason Mackey ing their best, so it’s been pretty easy so far. They’ve Centre View been doing really well.” “Sometimes it’s hard,” Marvin countered. “I’m so Welcome to this week’s spring training look at the area’s high school softball teams. For a glance at the local baseball scene, horrible at telling people what to do, but I’m work- see www.connectionnewspapers.com. ing on it. I’m trying to make it easier because it has to be done.” o much for a smooth transition into high- level, high school softball. At Centreville, WESTFIELD had seven freshmen who saw consid- S13th-year coach Rich Ferrick has wasted erable time en route to winning the 2008 Northern little time getting his young lineup accli- Region title with a 5-4 upset victory over Herndon. mated to the rigors of Northern Region softball. Fifth-year coach Dean Ferington is hoping that his With a scrimmage last Wednesday against South team can build upon that late-season momentum County, the Wildcats faced Chelsey Dunham, who from last year when the team finished at 16-11. posted a 0.66 ERA, 223 strikeouts and walked only “Having seven freshmen and winning the region, I 13 batters for the Stallions last season. think they understand a little bit about what we’re That was followed asking them to do, by another scrim- so I think there is a mage last Friday “We purposely set it up so we’d see carryover,” said against West Ferington, who has a Photos by Jason Mackey/Centre View Potomac and then good pitching right from the get-go.” record of 60-32 at Senior pitcher Jess Ferrick closed most games for the this past Tuesday, — Coach Rich Ferrick, Centreville High the school, with Vir- Centreville softball team last season after Brianne Pease Centreville kept the ginia AAA state tour- (George Mason) started, but Ferrick will see many more competition coming nament appearances innings this spring. as it traveled to Battlefield for its first exhibition game in 2005 and 2008. “I think they’re excited to try and of the season, testing its young team against Brit- get back there. tany Black, whose 0.46 ERA spurred Battlefield to “But what they don’t understand is there’s a lot of the Virginia AAA state title game last spring. luck involved, and it’s not just always hard work. I “We purposely set it up so we’d see good pitching think we’re pretty talented, but we can’t just throw right from the get-go,” Ferrick said. “We know what our gloves on the field and say here we are. We still really counts is how you finish in May, so we wanted need to take care of our business.” to do a lot of stuff early on to get our kids going and At the head of that now-sophomore class is short- challenge them a lot.” stop Jess McNamara, catcher Frankie Martinez, util- And with the likelihood that three freshmen and ity player Jackie Martinez, pitcher Alex Tenny, pitcher two sophomores will play a significant number of Jennifer Godman, second baseman Alex Bohrer and innings, Ferrick knows that how they perform will outfielder Alex Burnham. Seniors Robyn Mendlow dictate whether or not Centreville can replicate last and Susan Slusher and junior Kasey McMahon will season’s 20-4 record and an undefeated mark (12- provide quality veteran leadership. 0) against district opponents. “As soon as we catch them up to the speed of the CHANTILLY will take the field with several new game here,” Ferrick said, “I think we’re going to be OK.” faces, as the Chargers bring back only four starters The unenviable assignment of getting those five from last year’s team, which went 3-16 overall with players — freshmen Lexi Murdock, Courtney Burke a 1-11 mark against Concorde District opponents. and Kara Love, as well as sophomores Cara Donovan Senior shortstop Megan Fouse returns after hitting and Karen Johnson — adjusted to high school soft- .429 last spring, while classmate Sarah Prosser, a The Centreville softball team’s top offensive talent, ball also rests with two of Centreville’s surest com- third baseman, is back after hitting .329 for fourth- senior shortstop Victoria Marvin hit .471 last spring with modities: seniors Victoria Marvin and Jess Ferrick. year coach Suzy Willemssen a year ago. 28 RBIs, four home runs and nine doubles. Week in Sports

2009 season. The team would like to thank (NVCA) varsity boys’ basketball team was CYA Girls Curtis Simons at Hoop Magic of Chantilly the Northern Virginia Independent Athletic Rattray, Quentin Hayes, assistant coach Crowned Champs for his support, as well as coaches Marlow Conference (NVIAC) champion for the David McElfresh, (front row, left to right) Talley (general manager of Hoop Magic) 2008-09 basketball season. In tournament Bobak Sharifi, Andrew Hill, Tyler Koons, The Chantilly Youth Association 14-U and Ashlei Sutton (a sophomore at play, NVCA took third place. NVCA also Zim Smith, Terrence Watson and head girls’ basketball team went undefeated Westfield) for all of their hard work and played in the National Christian School Ath- coach Jerry Cuffee. Not pictured is athletic throughout the winter season 18-0 and won dedication to this team. letic Association Division 2 and 3 champi- director Lori Henry. several local tournaments. The majority of onship tournament in Erie, Pa. on March 5- the girls on this team have played CYA travel 7. The team played schools from Johnstown SYA Storm Surges basketball since fifth grade, and all of the Regular-Season (Ohio), Baltimore, DuBois (Pa.) and fin- The Southwestern Youth Association girls on the team have moved on to play ished fourth. Team members include: (back Champs Storm, a 10-U girls’ soccer team sponsored AAU basketball with either the Vogues, row, left to right) assistant coach Darin Fairfax Stars or Mustangs for the spring The Northern Virginia Christian Academy Satterthwaite, Joe Foster, Gabe Powell, Sam See Week in Sports, Page 15 12 ❖ Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Schools 703-917-6464 Poplar Tree Elementary School will host its Zone 4: Zone 4 Ad Deadline: annual carnival on Saturday, March 21 from 11- 3 Employment p.m, featuring an old-fashioned state fair theme. • Centreville Wednesday 1 p.m. Area families are invited to come out and enjoy the midway including a moon bounce, an 85-foot inflat- able obstacle course, penny pitch, ring toss, goldfish TELEPHONE TELEPHONE HOUSE CLEANERS pong and other games with prizes, food, a 50-50 LIFEGUARDS / POOL A great opportunity to A great opportunity to PT/FT. M-F. Day work. Sal. range $10-14/hr. raffle, cake walks, and a themed gift basket raffle WORK AT HOME! WORK AT HOME! OPERATORS / SUPERVISORS and silent auction. The school is located on Melville Will train. Car necessary. Call 703-255-0746 NATIONAL CHILDRENS CENTER NATIONAL CHILDRENS CENTER Lane off Stringfellow Road in Chantilly and tickets Free training, competitive wages. No sell! Salary + Bonus + Benefits! No sell! Salary + Bonus + Benefits! Must be able to swim. 703-421-5595 are available at the door. 301-333-1900 301-333-1900 ☎☎ Weekdays 9-4 ☎☎ ☎☎ Weekdays 9-4 ☎☎ Lifeguards/Pool Operators Virginia Run Elementary School will hold Now hiring for summer season kindergarten registration on Monday, March 23 from Training provided 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Wednesday, March 25 from ADMIN ASSIST MEDICAL BILLER 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., forms will be available on-site. P/T in C’ville, 15-20 hours/week, $11-13 Call: 703-321-7040 Experienced medical biller needed. www.continentalpools.com Children are eligible for the 2009-2010 kindergarten per hour. Flex hours. Growth opporty. 2-3 yrs experience necessary. school year if they were born on or before Sept. 30, Call: 703-585-8078, or Email resume & salary requirements to 2004. Call the school office at 703-988-8900. [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]. Adult Pool Attendant The Chantilly High School Band Department will Weekend positions at community swim- host the 29th annual Chantilly Invitational Jazz MEDICAL OFFICE ming pools throughout Maryland and Festival, Friday and Saturday, March 27 and 28 Virginia. Must be able to swim. HAIR STYLIST, NAIL TECH, from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. un- BOOKKEEPER & AESTHETICIAN til 9 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is free and open Burke. P/T, flex hrs. Exp. req’d. Imme- Call: 571-730-3001 or Email: [email protected] With following clients. Booth rental to the public. diate availability. Email resume to: available. Sign on bonus. Salon & Spa The festival will feature over 30 groups, includ- [email protected]. ing many combos on Friday and “big bands” on in heavy traffic Shopping Center in Saturday. Centreville. Call: 571-296-2280 Special guest performer on Friday evening will be KENNEL ATTENDANT the Mark Brandt Jazz Trio at 5 p.m. Friday will also Job$$$! Earn over $400 a week Compassionate, PT kennel attendant needed feature the Middle School big bands and High collecting signatures!!! for busy, 4 doctor AAHA cert. animal hosp. RECRUITER School combos. Comp. pay, flex hrs, pd trng and friendly staff. Saturday’s guest performer will be The Alan Paid positions available. Progressive Please call 703-451-1995 or send resume to Youthful, energetic, enthusiastic and Baylock Jazz Orchestra at noon. Also featured will candidate for office in Virginia needs [email protected] persistent person needed to find/hire be Shenandoah University Big Band and the High your help. Must be a Virginia resident high school and college students for sea- School Big Bands. The closing for the evening will and have a car. Call us at 202-509-5748 sonal work. Positions open in Maryland be the “Battle of the Bands” for the finalists. and Virginia. Call:571-730-3001 or Email: [email protected] St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic School is holding an Open House Session on the following dates: ATTENTION LIFEGUARDS ❖ Sunday, April 26 from10 a.m. to noon. NOW HIRING lifeguards for the sum- ❖ Tuesday, May 19 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. mer. We offer training & flexible sched- Nannies needed to start ASAP, St. Andrew the Apostle School is now accepting ules. FT/PT positions in MD, VA & DC. $15-$20/hr, legal, drive. Internships new student registrations to fill student vacancies for 703-779-7999 Apply online communitypools.com the 2009-2010 school year for Preschool thru Grade nanniesbynature.com 8. A non-refundable application fee of $100 will be or Call: 1-800-966-2500 required at the time of registration. Please submit all Available applications and fees to St. Andrew the Apostle School, 6720B Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124, or you may drop off applications at the school office. PART-TIME OPENINGS Unusual opportunity to All registration forms and additional information about St. Andrew the Apostle School may be found learn many aspects of the on the school’s web site, www.standrew-clifton.org. GREAT PAY! Are you energetic, hard-working, and atten- newspaper business. The Thomas Jefferson High School Model UN tive to detail? Portables is the largest author- Immediate Openings. Ideal for Conference (TechMUN 2009) was held on March 6- ized retailer for AT&T Mobility in the students/others. Customer Internships available in 7. Several Rocky Run Model UN students won Baltimore/Washington market and we’re look- awards or recognitions. Outstanding: Nand ing for you! We have FT and PT sales posi- Sales/Svc. Flex Schedules. All reporting, photography, Kishore, Rohan Krishnan, Zach tions available immediately in our locations in ages 18+. Conditions apply. Hosseinipour, Romita Mandal, Jay Centreville Square and Manassas Mall. We research, graphics. Devanathan and Kapil Gadre. Honorable Men- offer flexible hours, paid training, and an tion: Yashasvini Sampathkumar, Kaavya Call 703-359-7600 Rao, Neema Laheri, Yusrah Hasan, Kyle aggressive sales compensation package. If this Opportunities for students, Angelotti and Suhas Gondi. Verbal Recogni- is for you please fax your resume to 703-451- tions: Rishabh Mazmudar, Neeraj Gandhi, 8380 or email it to [email protected]. CUSTOMER SERVICE/ and for adults considering William Lucht, Jason Dryer, Rahul Ramraj EOE M/F/D/V and Sameer Srivastava. BUSINESS ANALYST change of career. Unpaid. CAREER TRAINING Global Dimension Solutions has imme- James McClendon III, son of James and Maria diate need for a Customer Service/Busi- Email internship@connec McClendon of Chantilly, VA, was recently accepted ness Analyst. Perfect position for an in- into Phi Eta Sigma, the national freshman honor CAD dividual seeking growth potential. We tionnewspapers.com society, at Salisbury University. McClendon is a Train for a career in computer-aided offer a close knit office environment freshman majoring in physical education. He plays design at Westwood College. Call for the SU football team. He is a 2008 graduate of and seek a reliable, customer service Centreville High School. 800-342-2249 today to receive your free oriented individual. Apply for position Career Success Kit! at: www.equationsmarketsolutions.com The 2009 Westfield High School Athletic www.westwood.edu/locations or send resume to [email protected] Booster Club Scholarship is available at www.westfieldathletics.org through the Boosters link. Applications are also available at the WHS career center. Applications must be turned in to the WHS ❦ ❦ RN/LPN ON CALL ( Northern Virginia Area) career center, Room G110, by 2:30 p.m. on May 4. CAREGIVERS Alternative Administrator needed to fill in as needed for In- Poplar Tree Elementary will hold its Kinder- ANOVA SENIOR KARE (Reston Va. based) is looking for the best of garten orientation on Thursday, April 30 from 9:30 the best. Do you want to go home at the end of your shift knowing home Health Care Company. The Ideal candidate must have - 10:30 a.m. Call 703-633-7400 to add your child’s you made a difference in the life of a family? If so, you may meet the training and direct experience in the heath care industry, and name to the orientation list. qualifications to be an ANOVA SENIOR KARE caregiver. Are you the have current license in the state of Virginia. This person will kind of person who’s trustworthy enough to become part of someone’s Pleasant Valley Preschool is a non-profit be directly responsible but not limited to; new client set family? Are you ready for more than the next job, are you ready for a up/assessments, care plans, implementation of policies and cooperative preschool that holds its classes in the career? ANOVA SENIOR KARE is looking for Caregivers & CNA’s Greenbriar Community Center. It offers programs with several years of experience in home care or another caring field. procedures. Ideal job for nurse looking to get back into the for 3-5 year olds and is enrolling for the 2009-10 Must have valid drivers license and dependable car. Some agencies health care field or perfect for stay at home mom. school year. Call the school at 703-378-6911 or visit want warm bodies, we want warm hearts. Call us today for a personal the Web site at www.pleasantvalleypreschool.com Please fax cover letter and resume to 410-583-0018 or interview and to learn about our competitive compensation, benefits emai: [email protected] for more information. The Community Center is and flexible schedules. Call 703-621-4825, option 5. located at 4615 Stringfellow Rd. in Fairfax. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 ❖ 13 Time Out Home & Garden 703-917-6400 Zone 4: Home & Garden Zone 4 Ad Deadline: Of Mind • Centreville connectionnewspapers.com CONTRACTORS.com Monday Noon By KENNETH B. LOURIE CLEANING CLEANING CLEANING GUTTER IMPROVEMENTS PAINTING Time Out Of Mind After my mother’s death, it took me over A CLEANING PINNACLE SERVICES, two months to finally write and send thank Y & Y CLEANING SERVICE •GUTTER CLEANING The you notes to the friends who remembered Since 1985/Ins & Bonded •SMALL REPAIRS Quality Service •SCREENING HANDYMAN 13 yrs Exp. at a Fair Price A DIVISION OF NURSE CONSTRUCTION www.Patriot Painting.net my mother by making charitable donations •POWER Satisfaction Guaranteed HOME INSPECTION LIST in her name. And though I’m not particu- Excellent Refs, Comm/Res. MD VA DC WASHING larly proud of the lack of initiative I showed Guaranteed Satisfaction, acleaningserviceinc.com 703-802-0483 REPAIRS, CERAMIC TILE, Deep Winter GROUP RATES in taking as long as I did to properly re- 703-892-8648 AVAILABLE PAINTING, DRYWALL, Call Yamilet FREE EST Discounts spond, I am still most appreciative of the CARPENTRY, CUSTOM extra effort and thoughtfulness these friends 703-967-7412 CARE_MORE Free Est. • Satisfaction Guar.! HAULING WOOD REPAIR, LT. PLUMBING & Lic./Ins. Int./Ext. exhibited. As I wrote in the thank yous that CLEANING SOLUTIONS I sent, it seemed like the loss of a second ELECTRICAL, POWER WASHING 703-502-7840 ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL Residential & Commercial ANGEL’S TRASH HAULING parent in two years sort of knocked the ini- 10% Senior Citizen Discount Since 1964 Cell 703-862-5904 or Construction Debris, 571-283-4883 tiative right out of me (or maybe that was 703-780-6749 Residential, Office We Accept VISA/MC simply my mother not being around to LICcaremorecleaning.com INS & Tree Removal 703-441-8811 remind me to do something). I remember PLOUTIS PAINTING ELECTRICAL 703-863-1086 experiencing a similar malaise after my New#- 571-312-7227 LANDSCAPING & CONTRACTING father died in Dec., 2006. And though my INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING DISCOUNT ELECTRIC GENERAL CARPENTRY & MORE mother was most definitely alive and well ANGEL’S OVER 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE back then, I recall feeling a little unmoti- Mar/Apr Discount AL’S HAULING TREE & HEAVY *FREE ESTIMATES $48/HR. Junk & Rubbish TRASH HAULING Mention Ad for 10% Discount vated, a little empty, and not really seeing Concrete, furn.,office, •Mulch 703-360-1215 the point and/or significance in much as I ✓Free Estimates ✓Licensed yard, construction debris •Clean-up Grounds WWW.PLOUTISPAINTING.COM Low Rates NOVA tried to find a new routine now that my ✓Bonded ✓Insured 703-360-4364 •Leaf Removal father was gone. 703-978-2813 703-863-1086 ROOFING Moreover, given the fact that our mother GUTTER GUTTER Cell 703-851-8091 New#- 571-312-7227 was now widowed, without my father as Roofing & Siding her companion for the first time in over 65 IMPROVEMENTS IMPROVEMENTS (All Types) SPRING Soffit & Fascia Wrapping years, my brother and I knew we still had Metro Gutter CLEAN-UP New Gutters major responsibilities, not exactly care and Clean/Install/Repair M. C. Lynch Yard Work, Trees & Shrubs Chimney Crowns feeding since my father’s caregiver, Maria, Home Improvement Trimmed/Removed! Leaks Repaired • Wood Replace & Wrapping • Pressure Washing Family Owned & Opererated Mulching, Hauling, No job too small stayed on, but life full-filling nevertheless. • Chimney Sweeping & Repair Gutter Cleaning, etc. 703-975-2375 And not that we were the least bit put off Rotten Wood, Wind Damage, Trims, Free estimates! 20 YEARS EXP. Windows, Doors, Deck, Stairs, Vanity, — or put upon, quite frankly — by the task 703-385-3338 TREE SERVICE at hand, it was more that we were fulfilling 703-354-4333 Basement Framing, Garbage Disposal, metrogutter.com a role that, unbeknownst to us, we had Painting, Power Wash, Siding Repairs. A&S ANGEL’S Licensed, Bonded, Insured TREE & HEAVY been preparing for — and prepared for, our LANDSCAPING TRASH HAULING whole lives. 703-266-1233 Spring Clean-up•Planting •Mulch PINNACLE SERVICES, INC. Mulching • Sodding • Patios And for most of these past two years, we •Clean-up Grounds Decks • Retaining Walls •Leaf Removal had fun doing it. As difficult as I know it LAWN SERVICE R.N. CONTRACTORS, INC. Drainage Solutions 703-863-1086 was for my mother to live on without my MOWING, TRIMMING, Remodeling Homes, Flooring, 703-863-7465 New#- 571-312-7227 father alive and in her life, it was really EDGING, MULCHING Kitchen & Bath, Windows, quite remarkable how she adjusted to the & TRIM HEDGES Siding, Roofing, Additions & LAWN SERVICE LAWN SERVICE loss. Not exactly ambulatory and almost Patios, Custom Deck, Painting totally hearing impaired, she persevered, Group Rates Avail.! We Accept All Major Credit Cards and almost always with good humor. Licensed, Insured, Bonded • Free Estimates Surrounded by pictures of my father as well 703-802-0483 Phone: 703-887-3827 Fax: 703-803-3849 J.E.S Services as pictures of the two of them at various E-mail: [email protected] LANDSCAPE & CONSTRUCTION stops in their life, she was never far re- HANDYMAN HANDYMAN moved, physically, from reminders of what, •Patios •Walkways for her, had been the most important RCL HOME REPAIRS •Retaining Walls responsibility in her life: her husband (my Handyman Services father) and her family. Yet, she was rarely Springfld • Burke • Kingstowne •Drainage Problems morose; sad of course, in tears occasionally, Light Electrical • Plumbing • •Landscape Makeovers but overall, happy to be alive and not “wo- Bathroom Renovation • Ceramic Tile • eing” at all about her loss or physical Drywall Repair Call: 703-912-6886 limitations. Free Estimates Mentally, she was as sharp at the end as 703-922-4190 she had been her entire life (so far as we LIC. www.rclhomerepairs.com INS. • PAINTING PAINTING ever saw) and as concerned about others Brian M. Sperty Remodeling (my brother and I) even as she lay in the IMPROVEMENTS IMPROVEMENTS SPRING SPECIAL bed in which she would eventually die, as Kitchens and Baths she had ever been; still concerned about HOME REMODELING 10% to 20% OFF All Services my brother’s comfort (sitting vs. standing by KITCHENS, BATHS, TILE, TRIM, INT. 30% less than Home Store Prices the side of her bed) and whether or not we ALTERATIONS, all HOME REPAIRS! Class A and Insured Nuance Painting Inc. had eaten or were hungry. Amazing! Steve’s Remodeling Family Owned and Operated This was the second time that my 703-791-2003 Serving Northern Virginia for Over a Decade LIC. • INS. BONDEDCall Steve Paris OWNER OPERATED [email protected] Winner of American Painting Contractors brother and I have been witness to acts of (703) 830-5681 - 703-932-0270 Residential Top Job Award love and unselfishness by our parents as 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE • FREE ESTIMATES Residential and Commercial Services they lie dying. Whatever lessons they • Interior and Exterior Painting A&S Construction • Faux Finishing sought to impart to us while they were alive • Drywall Hanging, Finishing and Repairs pale in comparison to the lessons they STRONG PACE CONSTRUCTION • Basement Finishing 15 Yrs Class A VA Lic. • Interior Moldings Crown-Chair Rail-Shadow Boxing taught us while they were dying. • Retaining Walls • Patios • Exterior Trim Repair/Replacement My parents both died with dignity, class • Additions •Kitchens • Decks • Porches (incl. • Decks cleaned and Sealed screened) • Erosion & • General Contractor Services and concern for their family. At a time in • For Evaluation and Consultation Call their lives when it most assuredly should • Basements •Comm Offices Grading Solutions have been about them, they continued to •Decks •Painting •Drywall • French Drains • Sump Pumps 703-437-3037 try and make it about us. No wonder we • Driveway Asphalt Sealing Licensed Insured •Windows & Wood Repairs On the web at www.nuancepainting.com miss them so much. We Accept Kenny Lourie is an Advertising Representative for 703-863-7465 The Almanac & The Connection Newspapers. 703-644-5206 • 703-750-0749 LICENSED

14 ❖ Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Sports 703-917-6400 Zone 4: Classified Zone 4 Ad Deadline: The SYA Classified • Centreville Monday Noon Storm includes (back row, from 101 Computers 116 Childcare Avail. 12 Commercial Lease left): BURKE Childcare avail in my Church Space NEWSPAPERS Caroline HDI home,OFC Lic, FT & PT, days, EASY COMPUTER SOLUTIONS evenings, Back-up care & for Rent Kulczycky, FOR INDIVIDUALS special needs children & SMALL BUSINESSES welcome. Large yard for lots of * 4,500 sq. ft. Rachel JENNIFER O. SMITH fun! 703-569-8056 Fischer, COMPUTER CONSULTANT * Large Auditorium Photo by ➣ TRAINING Judy’s Isabella Family Childcare * Classrooms ➣ INSTALLATION Gordon, Childcare with price rate ➣ TROUBLE- fixed. Special needs * Nursery, Kitchenette SHOOTING welcome 30 yrs exp. Gabriella * Sound/Video Booth Gordon, Erin Crysta Fischer ➣ LET US TAME THAT State lic. 16 yrs. CLASSIFIED BEAST FOR YOU Curriculum based, * Completely furnished Brockman, Serving Area Since 1995 Low turnover/low ratio 2 teachers w/degrees * Available Sunday (front row, Age appr activties evenings & wknights For Local… from left) (703) 765-2222 ages 1-4, PT only [email protected] 703-802-1632 * Chantilly Molly Cripe, 703-963-2394 •Employment Madison 21 Announcements 21 Announcements Boyce, Dora •Employees Drezga, Casey Peterson, Cameron Conklin and coach Kurt Gordon. Not 26 Antiques pictured: Emma Carter and coach Ray Motha. We consign/pay top $ for •Services antique/semi antique furn. including mid century & danish modern Teak •Entertainment furniture, sterling, mens watches, painting/art glass, •Announcements clocks, jewelry, costume jewelry, etc. Call Schefer Antiques @ 703-241-0790. •Real Estate •Cars 28 Yard Sales

Virginia Run Clothing & •Trucks Toy Sale Virginia Run Comm Center 15355 Wetherburn Court •Vans Centreville, VA 20120 March 21st, 2009 9AM-1:30PM •RV’s Gently used clothing, toys, baby items, bikes, strollers, •Boats highchairs and more! •Pets 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements •Yard Sales •Crafts Photo by Bill Grimes •Hobbies The Southwestern Youth Association 13-U boys’ basketball team enjoyed a winning season, going 11-1 through the regular season and capturing •And More! the SYA playoff tournament. The team consists of (from left): head coach John Koons, Josh Koons, Brian Hersey, Brandon Williams, Cody Grimes, J.T. Sorrells, Troy Sevacho and Ned Johnson. Not pictured: assistant For All coach Tyler Koons. Your Week in Sports Advertising From Page 12 ing into the championship round by going by Keller Williams Fairfax Gateway Real- undefeated and outscoring its opponents, 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements Needs… tor Group, traveled to Charlotte, N.C. over 19-0. Entering its fourth season at the Valentine’s Day and finished second in the WAGS level, the SYA Storm has posted a Matthews Invitational Tournament. record of 25-0-2, with 179 goals for and It Works. Throughout the preliminary round, the SYA only nine against when playing local com- Storm played quality team soccer, advanc- petition. Week After Week. BMW, VOLVO & VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE AND PARTS A great 703 Since 1985 Dedicated to keeping your BMW, Volvo and Volkswagen in factory condition with: man is 917-6400 • Factory trained master technicians • Genuine BMW, Volvo and Volkswagen parts • Emissions Certified Repair one who • 24 hour drop off and pick up • Most extended warranty policies accepted Place • Rental car reimbursement program can have Your $20$24.95 OFF Viking power Oil Change Ad Oil Change Automotive and not Today! 14500-B Lee Rd., Chantilly abuse it. —Henry L. 703-817-0650 Doherty to your community visit us at www.vikingautomotive.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 ❖ 15 LONG & FOSTER 703-631-3200 http://www.longandfoster.com LINEA EN ESPAÑOL 703-961-7166 1-800-835-2558 DENISE KEMPTON 703-961-7144 24 YEARS EXPERIENCE • TOP 1% NATIONWIDE [email protected]

Manassas New Centreville Gourmet Britain/ Great Kitchen Manassas Opportunity, w/center island! Stunning brick Great front unit featur- Hardwood Rental ing: Crown Floors! Deluxe Molding in Freshly Living Room, Master Bath painted 3- Crown Molding w/Soaking Tub and Separate Shower! Screened & Shadow Boxes level townhome! Available immedi- Falls Church Porch w/Trex Deck! Fully Finished Basement w/ in Dining Room. ately! Finished rec room w/walk-out! large kitchen w/ Granite, 42” Cabinets, Great Opportunity! Charming Single full bath. Show Anytime. $325,000 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths! Deck! Close to Stainless Steel Appliances, huge island and family home with tons of potential! Large Breakfast area! MBR w/ tray ceil, deluxe Basement and nice lot. A must see at this Call Anne Albright or Denise Kempton shopping and major roads! Call bath!, 9’ceilings, fully finished bsmt, 2-car price! Great location and close to many @ 703-961-7142 or 703-961-7144. Denise or Anne. $1,350 garage. This one is a must see. $374,900 commuter routes. $244,900

ELIZABETH McGUINESS KIM HOUSE LISA CLAYBORNE LENORE BULLOCK Multi-Million Dollar Sales Club Realtor, GRI, ABR NVAR Top Producer REALTOR 15 Years of experience 703-502-8145 703-626-1952 working for you! 703-675-5461 703-961-7179 [email protected] 703-201-8660 [email protected] “I Make Your Goals My Top Priority!”

Clifton Warrenton Location, Location, Location! Clifton Two residences on six acres in North Clifton. Heated in- CUSTOM RAMBLER on 5 ACRES! Enjoy the Good Life! ground pool. Main house has soaring cathedral ceilings. This lovely brick front home on a corner lot backs .30 acre lot, cul-de-sac, private yard, deck, Quality All-Brick Rambler abounds with Upgrades & to trees! This well-maintained home features Main level master suite. Tumbled marble and granite BA. newer HVAC & hardwood floors. Conveniently gazebo, stately brick Colonial, two-story foyer, Chef’s gourmet kit w/Viking, Jenn-air appliances. Italian Fabulous Views! 5 BR/3 BA * 3 FPL * Hdwd Floors on located only 4 miles to the Vienna Metro, Tysons granite and cherry kitchen, soaring ceilings tile and hardwood flooring. Second residence has stone Main Level * Walk-out Lower Level * Oversized Heated Corner & minutes to the charming town of fireplace, glass block shower, library, full kitchen and 2-Car Garage * Only Seeing can Fully Explain this Rare Vienna. Welcome Home! $550,000 and light-flooded rooms. $575,000 laundry center. Perfect for parents or office. $1,399,999 Find! $725,000 JO ANN L. PROCIV, GRI AMY TRUMBULL, GRI CYNTHIA LEHMAN AJ GARLICHS, ASSOCIATE BROKER Realtor ASSOCIATE BROKER REALTOR Your Real Estate PROfessional 703-633-7663 Accredited Buyer Representative 703-929-3009 703-587-7307 (cell) 703-961-7156 “Let me be the key to your 703-338-6748 [email protected] [email protected] real estate success” www.ajworks4U.com

Centreville Clifton/Little Beautifully Rocky Run maintained Ask me about the Stately Colonial w/3 Colonial BRs (possible Beautiful Brick 4th), 3.5 BAs, $8,000 tax credit Granite Front Col in MANASSAS ~ COUNTRY ROADS LRR. 3 Fin lvls. SF Home w/3 Bedrooms & 2 1⁄2 Baths counters & for first-time home 2-Car Garage & w/o LL Custom cabi- Great Room Extension provides Huge Hardwood Floors & FP netry, MBR buyers. Call me Entertainment Area. Kit/Dining area FM, DN, LR & Kit w/ “NEW” Oak Cabinets w/cathedral ceiling, 2-Story foyer, Fully- “NEW” Carpet & “NEW” Kitchen Countertops finished basement w/office area and remodeled in 03 with new Cabs, App, Upstairs Repainted ~ Note: Not BO or SS for details. Island cook top and B/I Buffets. Deck, **TAKE ANOTHER LOOK** walk-out, 3-Level deck leads to hot tub. Special Financing Available ~ $239,900 $499,900 Fenced lvl yd. $599,900

CINDY DONOVAN DEB GORHAM BILL and CINDY GLACKEN Associate Broker Realtor-Home Stager 703-961-7170 703-631-8571 703-581-9005 [email protected] [email protected] www.DebGorham.com [email protected]

Clifton Stafford Stunning! Waterfront Centreville Absolutely breathtaking TOO community. Beautiful END luxury 2-car garage SOLD! SOON unit TH with home in Clifton. Dues and FOR Initiation are hdwd floors, Gorgeous wooded ceramic tile, setting; private enclave PHOTO! optional, but MBR walk-in of homes. Dramatic if paid you & dressing open floor plan with can access tons of light. Large South Riding Exclusive. 5400 Finished SqFt. 4-5 the boat area, 3 BR/2 gourmet kitchen; garden master suite with Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths. Library, Sunroom. Decks, ramp and common areas. Single family BA UL. LL Jacuzzi tub & walk-in closet. Walkout rec. Stone Patios, Outdoor Hot Tub on 1⁄2 Acre Not home with 2 BR/1 BA on 1⁄2 acre lot. with fireplace room to patio, fenced yard and hot tub. Backs Through Street + Walk to Elementary School! New Kitchen. New Furnace. Large & W/O to fenced yard. Deck with stairs to yard to gorgeous treed common area. $449,900 www.43300Dressmaker.com $649,000 Deck. $245,000 overlooks beautiful wooded area. $308,000 703-631-3200 • INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN REAL ESTATE? • 703-631-3200 16 ❖ Centre View South ❖ March 19-25, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com