Celebrating 164 years of service! Vol. 164, No. 11 • 50¢ SINCE 1855 August 23 -August 29, 2018 TODAY’S GAS Floreen makes the cut PRICE $2.91 per gallon BOE certifies Floreen to run as an Independent in county executive race Last Week (D-at large) would win the primary, $2.92 per gallon By Neal Earley @neal_earley Floreen announced her intent to run A month ago and switched her party affliliation $2.92 per gallon Independent candidate for from Democrat to independent. Montgomery County Executive Nan- Floreen said she is running be- A year ago cy Floreen will appear on the No- cause voters should have a third $2.37 per gallon vember ballot, after the Board of choice besides Elrich and Republican Elections approved her petition candidate Robin Ficker. AVERAGE PRICE PER GALLON OF UNLEADED REGULAR GAS IN Wednesday. MARYLAND/D.C. METRO AREA ACCORDING TO AAA Floreen, who filed her intent to *** run for County Executive as an inde- INSIDE pendent candidate in July, needed at Republican candidate for Coun- least 7,255 valid signatures from reg- ty Executive Robin Ficker released istered voters for her name to appear his first campaign video. on the ballot in November. Ficker, who ran unopposed in After Floreen turned in more the Republican Primary, said the two- Editor’s than 20,000 signatures on Aug. 6, the minute campaign video he released Board of Elections certified more on YouTube Tuesday is about begin- Notebook than 13,000 of them, meaning she ning to message his campaign around had more than enough to qualify to several themes: his previously suc- by Brian J. Karem appear on the ballot. cessful referendum campaigns and “I want to thank the Board of taking a shot at the status quo. Elections for being thorough and pa- “My opponents have been in of- tient throughout the process," she fice for over a decade, but what has Sympathy said. truly changed?” Ficker asked in the This petition drive was historic,” campaign ad. for the Devil Floreen said in a statement. “The de- Ficker said the ad is part of one mand for a more-inclusive choice of the key talking points of his cam- was fueled by more than 20,000 peo- From the cheap seats at a paign — the two charter amendments ple in less than a month. We’ve un- Trump Rally one can still he helped pass via County referen- leashed widespread community sup- hear good rock n’ roll. dum, something that he hopes will port. There’s an obvious and clear de- Page 4 connect with voters’ discontent with sire for balanced, non-partisan County government. leadership for the County.” “The theme of my campaign is Floreen, a four-term at-large that I delivered on the two most im- member of the County Council, portant changes in the Montgomery shocked many with her announce- County government since 2000,” ment that she would run for County Ficker said about his two ballot ini- Executive. Floreen, who has spent tiatives passed via referendum. her entire time on the County Council The inspiration for Ficker’s as a member of the Democratic Party, campaign video came from perhaps a opted not to run in the Democratic surprising place. Ficker said his ad Primary for County Executive, in- was inspired by Democratic candi- stead choosing to endorse former date for New York’s 14th Congres- Rockville Mayor Rose Krasnow. FILE PHOTO When it appeared that fellow See “Ficker,” Nancy Floreen is all smiles after the Board of Elections certified more than The Polo County Council member Marc Elrich page 8 13,000 signatures on a petition to put her on the ballot as an independent Grounds candidate for County Executive.

Congressional’s polo tourney comes to an exciting Local activists resist widening of I-495 and I-270 conclusion. She can see the Capital Beltway along Interstate 495 and Interstate teries. By Suzanne Pollak page 24 @SuzannePollak from her yard, and if she doesn’t 270 and the Baltimore-Washington The Rockville City Council, in keep her bedroom windows closed, Parkway involve spending $9 bil- a letter signed by Mayor Bridget Anne Fox just wants to stay in she can hear the traffic. lion in a public-private partnership. Donnell Newton, urged the state her Chevy Chase home of 46 years, She loves her house, for which Of the 15 proposals put forth by the “not to widen the physical footprint but that may not be possible if the she paid $39,500, and the memo- State Highway Administration, of I-270” or do anything that would State Highway Administration’s ries she made there. “This is a very only some involve using eminent result in eminent domain of private plan to widen Interstate 495 comes nice neighborhood. Everybody is domain on nearby houses. One of property. to fruition. very friendly,” she said. the proposals involves doing noth- In the most extreme lane plan, Fox lives on Kensington Park- The plans of Gov. Larry Hogan ing, but several include adding four way in North Chevy Chase Village. (R) to ease the area’s traffic woes more lanes to the already major ar- See “Activists ,” page 8 2THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL AUGUST 23, 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 August 3, 1984 Street, Suite 309, Rockville, MD 20850. Founded in 1855 by Matthew Fields. All mail to: P.O. Box 1272, Rockville, MD 20849-1272. Subscription Rates for The Metro construction threatens Bethesda neighborhood Montgomery County Sentinel – Weekly by mail: $40.00 per year & $26.50 for Se- Each week the Sentinel visits a “It’s a cozy neighborhood place. Hite said, is that the County These guys come in, grab a beer nior Citizens. (USPS) 361-100. memorable story from its archives. People like familiar places. promised to study the possibility and talk about the latest game.” “You know, it’s the last neigh- of incorporating a new McDon- “We really need these small Bernard Kapiloff Cheers, the comfortable borhood bar in Bethesda. To the ald’s Raw Bar in the vast parking local places,” said Johnson who PUBLISHER E MERITUS Boston bar of television fame, has last of us, it’s like a historical land- complex. “There’s a chance we started frequenting the Raw Bar Lynn G. Kapiloff had its lease renewed for another mark.” could build a new Raw Bar in the with his bowling team in 1956. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER/ year. McDonald’s Raw Bar on Old Despite the Raw Bar’s signifi- garage, but it will never been the “When I first started coming PUBLISHER Georgetown Road, a favorite of cance in the hearts of its patrons, same.” here, we always sat back there.” [email protected] county residents for 37 years, has last December Montgomery Coun- Raw Bar patrons want it to He pointed to a small Formica Mark Kapiloff not been so lucky. ty exercised eminent-domain pow- stay the same-the same as it has table in the back corner next to ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER It is operating on borrowed ers and forced owners Tom and been since Evelyn McDonald and coat rack and the kitchen door. [email protected] time. Evelyn McDonald Hite to sell. her brother opened for business in “Now we’re up here, at Table The property on which the The Hite’s son, Tim, who is 1949. Over the years, the business One.” EDITORIAL building stands has been designed currently manager and bartender has attracted those who share a Table One is only slightly Brian J. Karem as a parking garage for the Clark of the Raw Bar, explained that, as common love of beer, seafood and larger and no more elegant, but it is EXECUTIVE EDITOR [email protected] Building, under a massive revital- part of the agreement of sale, the sports. positioned to have easy access to ization plan for downtown Bethes- County will give three-months’ As Chris Stevens, bartender the bar and a clear view of the Brandy L. Simms da, so loyal patrons cling to their notice of eviction. for three-and-a-half years, put it, door. “For years this table was re- SPORTS EDITOR mugs and await the wrecker’s ball. “Every time we open our “It doesn’t matter if you’re the served for the same guy. He came [email protected] doors for business, we know we vice president of a bank or pump all the time; everybody knew him. “It’s a shame; it sure is,” said MARK ROBINSON Kal Johnson, a regular patron of have another 90 days,” he said. gas at the Sunoco station, when In fact, he had his heart attack right [email protected] the Raw Bar for almost 30 years. Another condition of the sale, you’re in here, you’re all the same. at this table last fall.” CITY EDITOR

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Earnest Paone (who ilies and loved ones who have shared GAITHERSBURG — Days af- ing angry when he spoke to the Church is a terrible tragedy,” he said. died in 2012) to transfer from the their burdens and have supported ter being named in a report on the churchgoers about the child-abuse According to the report, some Diocese of Pittsburgh to another dio- them with love and encouragement, concealment of child abuse by cler- cases in 2002. cases of abuse lasted three or more cese in 1991, despite a complaint that and to anyone whose faith and trust gy, Cardinal Donald Wuerl skipped a “How do we apologize for years. Paone had abused children. Howev- in God or in the Church has been Mass he was scheduled to say on something like that?” he asked, re- “The Church can never express er, Ridge said Wuerl and others in the shaken.” Sunday. calling the scandal. “And now here enough our deep sorrow and contri- Clergy Office were not aware of the News of the scrutiny of Wuerl’s “It may be a last-minute we find ourselves in the same situa- tion for the abuse, and for the failure allegations of abuse against Paone at handling of child-abuse cases in the change,” Washington Archdiocese tion. Here we are, uncovering even to respond promptly and complete- the time. Pennsylvania grand jury report spokesperson Chieko Noguchi said more. There are, again, feelings of ly,” Wuerl continued. Paone had been placed on “in- comes within a couple of months of Friday. anger. I can only express my own Pope Francis, the international definite leave of absence” in 1966 Pope Francis's barring Wuerl’s pre- The purpose of Wuerl’s Mass heartfelt sorrow, as each one of our head of the Catholic Church, on due to allegations that he abused decessor, Cardinal Theodore McCar- was to install St. John Neumann pastors are trying to do.” Monday acknowledged in a letter to children. He requested a letter from rick, from saying Masses and per- Parish’s new pastor, the Rev. Kevin Noguchi said she did not know “The People of God” to acknowl- Wuerl in 1991 telling then-Bishop forming other public ministries, due Regan. The Most Rev. Michael Fish- the reason for switching who would edge the abuse that occurred by Daniel Walsh of the Diocese of Las to credible allegations that McCar- er, a new auxiliary bishop for the say the Mass. priests. Vegas he approved of Paone being a rick had sexually abused children in Archdiocese and a Bethesda native, “A pastor installation can be “It is essential that we, as a priest there. the past. said the Sunday Mass instead of done by an auxiliary bishop,” Church, be able to acknowledge and “Our research indicates that be- Noguchi said Wuerl and Fisher Wuerl. Noguchi said. condemn, with sorrow and shame, cause he had been outside the dio- each said they did not want to be in- On Aug. 14, a Pennsylvania Noguchi confirmed that Wuerl the atrocities perpetrated by conse- cese for nearly 30 years, Paone’s files terviewed for this story. grand jury released a redacted report continues to be Cardinal of the Arch- crated persons, clerics, and all those were not located in the usual clergy Noguchi said the Archdiocese on the handling of child abuse by diocese of Washington. entrusted with the mission of watch- personnel file cabinet,” Ridge wrote. of Washington is separate from the clergy cases, which covered seven The Pennsylvania grand jury ing over and caring for those most “This earlier handling of Paone’s grand jury report, because the report decades of records. It suggested that found out about 1,000 victims of vulnerable,” wrote the Pontiff. “Let records was a failure of the Diocese describes the Diocese of Pittsburgh Wuerl, as a bishop in the state, and more than 300 priests they identified us beg forgiveness for our own sins of Pittsburgh, and the Paone case and Wuerl’s role in it when he served other church leaders knowingly cov- in the report. and the sins of others.” would certainly not be handled in the there, but does not discuss the Arch- ered up sexual abuse of children by The grand jury wrote that Wuerl The grand jury identified more same manner today.” diocese of Washington. clergy. as a bishop had uprooted some than 300 “predator priests,” based on The Diocese of Pittsburgh re- Noguchi said the Archdiocese During his homily, or sermon, “predator priests,” but he hid infor- documents from Catholic dioceses in ceived a second compliant against of Washington leadership protects Fisher said the parish was in a bitter- mation about other “predator priests” Pennsylvania. The grand jury wrote Paone in 1994. The secretary for the children from sexual abuse through sweet situation, conflicted between from the public. that it found cases for 1,000 victims. Clergy Office told the Diocese of training and background checks of joy of welcoming a new pastor and August 14, the day the report Attorney Robert J. Ridge, represent- San Diego in 1996 that Paone’s fac- people who would come into contact sorrow over the Pennsylvania grand came out online, the Archdiocese of ing the Diocese of Pittsburgh, out- ulties as a priest in the Diocese of with children. jury report on child abuse. Washington posted a statement from lined the steps the diocese had taken Pittsburgh had been taken away. “The Archdiocese of Washing- Fisher, who served as a priest at Wuerl on its website. to respond to child sexual abuse, as Ridge apologized on behalf of ton has been, and continues to be, St. John Neumann in the late 1990s “While I understand this Report requested by the grand jury. the predator priests and of the Pitts- committed to keeping children safe and the 2000s, recalled times that may be critical of some of my ac- Ridge wrote that some of the burgh Diocese. and to bringing healing to those were painful for the parish. tions, I believe the Report confirms priests the grand jury had listed as of- “The Diocese of Pittsburgh ac- harmed,” Noguchi said. “We con- “It was also here in the pulpit of that I acted with diligence, with con- fenders are currently in active min- knowledges the sad history recount- duct thorough background checks on St. John Neumann that in 2002, I had cern for the victims and to prevent istry because the diocese did not find ed in the Grand Jury Report, both of individuals who have substantial to get up and to try to lead us in some future acts of abuse,” Wuerl wrote. evidence to prove the allegations of the abuse that occurred at the hands contact with children and vulnerable sense of healing over that, the news Wuerl said he felt sorrow for the child sexual abuse had merit. of priests and the failure, at times, of adults – this includes priests, dea- that had come out about child abuse victims and called sex abuse of chil- “Given that there is an appeal leaders in the Church to respond with cons, catechists, teachers, and also and the clergy’s involvement in dren by priests “tragic,” which was before the Supreme Court of Penn- [the] compassion and care that is the volunteers who wish to work with that,” Fisher told parishioners Sun- not a new message for him to deliver. sylvania, we are not now able to offer standard today,” Ridge wrote. “For children in our schools and parish- day. “It was through that time that we “As I have made clear through- clarifications,” said Ridge, about the harm inflicted by these actions es.” Cardin introduces bipartisan measure to combat violence against children other than to “develop and imple- humanity is how we care for and ment goals the international com- than a billion children worldwide By Neal Earley @neal_earley ment a comprehensive and coordi- support our children,” Cardin said munity aspires towards.” are exposed to some sort of physi- nated strategy built on evidence- in a statement. “In too many ways The resolution is part of an ad- cal, sexual or mental violence in In a bipartisan effort to reduce based practices” and to work with we have come up short, particular- vocacy effort by the Ending Vio- their communities. violence against children, Sen. the World Health Organization to ly when it comes to protecting lence Against Children Taskforce, “Congress and the State De- Ben Cardin (D-Md.) introduced a do so. them from violence and keeping which brought about a similar res- partment have been working on resolution in the U.S. Senate call- Cardin introduced the state- them safe. Senate passage of this olution passed in the U.S. House of multiple fronts to promote global ing for the United States to devel- ment along with Sen. John Booz- resolution would encourage the Representatives. While neither economic development, but failure op a strategy to combat the prob- man (R-Ariz.) saying he hopes the U.S. government to create and be- resolution calls for specific ac- to address violence against chil- lem. resolution is the beginning for the gin implementing a strategy to pre- tions, other than to pursue a pub- dren—horrific acts like traffick- The resolution does not make U.S. government to develop a vent, address, and end violence lic-private partnership on the is- ing, child labor and proximity to specific promises about how the strategy to reduce violence against against children and youth global- sue, their goal in part is to help violent conflicts—threatens to un- U.S. government will try to lessen children worldwide. ly, in line with the international draw attention to a global problem. dermine those efforts every step of violence against children globally, “One measure of our common standards and sustainable develop- According to WHO, more the way,” Boozman said.

Read The Sentinel. Recycle. 4THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL AUGUST 23, 2018 OPINIONS &VIEWS Sympathy for the Devil cheering. They then booed the “Fake News” and screamed how much they loved Trump. Editor’s Notebook When asked if they were con- cerned about Paul Manafort being by Brian J. Karem fond guilty on eight charges - they said “No.” When asked if they were con- Just before President Donald cerned about Michael Cohen taking Trump took the stage at the Civic a plea deal I was told nothing both- Center in Charleston W.V. Tuesday ered them about Trump. night, the loudspeakers began blar- “They’re all crooks, but Trump ing a song by The Rolling Stones: is a man of conviction,” I was told. “Sympathy for The Devil.” I replied, “No.” As it followed The Beatles Manafort, Flynn and Cohen are “Revolution,” and Aerosmith’s men of conviction. “Dream On,” I felt like I was being Trump hasn’t been charged yet. punked. Another supporter told me I’d But everything about this ad- better get used to Trump for eight ministration feels like a bad Satur- years. day Night Live sketch so I can’t say I replied, depending on the I was surprised. judge and the jury he might get Wednesday in a press briefing more than that. Sarah Huckabee Sanders told us she But after all of the sarcasm was shocked that anyone thinks aside, I saw something in Donald Trump has lied to us. Charleston. She called the prospect “ridicu- What I saw, I can’t adequately lous.” put into words. She keeps using that term, but But I will try. I’m sure it doesn’t mean what she I saw hope and despair. thinks it means. I saw fear and loathing. The president lies. He uses I watched a president weave a songs at his rallies the artists them- dystopian web of intrigue and fic- selves have requested he not use. tion, swallowed by those who pray But the lying and the cheating and want better for their children and the stealing pales in comparison and still believe Trump can deliver to what happened to this country on it thought everything indicates this Tuesday. president is floundering and headed It is unprecedented in the histo- for a disaster never before seen in ry of our Republic. our country. Just a little more than a year The need for hope was palpable and a half after taking office, the in that audience. President’s former personal attor- The need for relief is under- ney, National Security Advisor and standable. campaign manager are all convicted The need for education never felons. more dramatically demonstrated Not even Richard Nixon than those who suffer thinking that stained the White House as thor- as long as the suffering continues oughly as Donald Trump. then everything will be okay. The fabric of our nation contin- Deception. Greed. Avarice. In- ues to unravel and in Charleston on sults and pandering - all of them Tuesday the Trump faithful bought came within the first two minutes of the line that it was all a “Witch the president’s standard stock-in- Hunt.” trade stump speech. Scarier than that was Trump’s We all know the highlights and pandering to his audience. the lowlights at this point. NFL - Though he lived in a Manhat- bad. GOP - Good. Democrats - open tan penthouse and is worth, report- borders and crime. GOP - strong edly, billions, Trump decried the and safe. eastcoast “Elites” and told his audi- Press- enemy of the people. Im- ence in Charleston they were richer, migrants - dangerous marauding smarter and better educated than the and killing machines. “elites.” He was one of them. MS-13 is worse than Hitler. He said he came down to West Mueller - witch hunt. Virginia and wanted to know if they Russia - No collusion. wanted to know about “widgets, It’s the speech that keeps on gidgets and gadgets,” - his term for tearing the fabric of the nation into education so West Virginia coal several parts while whipping up the miners could advance out of the base. mines. But Tuesday the president He said he was told “We want seemed stunned by Cohen and Man- to dig coal.” afort and his speech was lackluster So, according to Trump people by his standards. want to remain in a work environ- Good music couldn’t help out ment where Black Lung is an occu- the poor speech, but at the end of the pational hazard. day it did seem as if “Sympathy for When he said it, the crowd of the Devil” was an apt description of more than 10,000 people began the mood in the civic center. AUGUST 23, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 5 LETTERS Prior bad acts may be admissible in MD WHO dat? The evidence showed that the sexual contact with that particular THE victim and the defendant shared the person, must be established by clear To the editor; same father, and lived together then and convincing evidence, and its Re: “WHO and gaming” Dr. Cliff Sussman 8/9/18 Response COURT I very much enjoyed Dr. Sussman’s assessment of the video game REPORT she was about 4 and he was about probative value must outweigh any issue threatening this country with mass insanity and hysteria. It was 10. prejudice to the defense. very informative right up until he tossed in his self-serving pat on the Years later when defendant Here, the Court agreed with the back with his bit quotation in the New York Times. . briefly resided with his sister, they trial judge that this exception ap- WHO and the UN just have to be involved with everything even engaged in sexual activity that the plied, as the persons involved were though their records of accomplishment seem to make everything more by Tom Ryan defendant admitted at trial oc- the same, and the conduct in the dangerous than it is and they have no solution for much of anything. curred, but claimed that his sister past was very similar to that With the globe covered in diseases from Mars, I would like them to fo- Under Maryland law, generally initiated. charged in the case. cus on the serious stuff. evidence of prior bad acts indepen- The sister was allowed to testi- The fact that the acts happened For me I stopped gaming with Super Pong. My game in college was dent of the crimes for which a de- fy over objection at trial that when when they were children, the Court pinball. Real pinball where it was man against ball not fantasy aliens at- fendant is charged, even if they she was very young, the defendant found, did not outweigh the proba- tacking ignorant earth men. Unlike today’s students, I never missed a show a crime of the same type, are had engaged in inappropriate sexu- tive value in allowing the jury to de- class due to a mind numbing candy game on a 3-inch screen. Gaming is not admissible in evidence to prove al contact with her. cide who was credible on the issue touted to improve eye hand coordination and brain stimulation. You that the Defendant is guilty of the The jury convicted the defen- of who initiated the sexual activity want stimulation. Try joining 10-year-olds for jump rope sometime. It should not take billions of taxpayer dollars to arrive at a determi- crimes alleged. dant of sexual abuse of a minor and charged. nation that this fascination with a 3-inch screen is a problem. I run such There are exceptions to this two counts of incest, and defendant The Court noted that this evi- an experiment every day in my employer’s lunchroom. Regardless of the rule, which were explored by Mary- appealed challenging the admission dence was harmless to the defense time of day, I might find four to nine individuals focused on these glow- land’s Court of Special Appeals in of testimony about the sexual acts in any event, as he admitted the sex- ing boxes that I am told will even facilitate a telephone call in an emer- an unreported opinion delivered that occurred when they were chil- ual activity charged and was not gency. It matters not how many are white, black, Asian, Hispanic or from this week called Tyrom Ballard v. dren. convicted of any use of force or vio- wherever. The ages range from teen to retiree. With ear buds plugged in State of Maryland. The Court noted that one ex- lence the room is like a tomb. If silence is golden then I have hit the mother The Court’s opinion indicates ception to the rule precluding evi- lode. I could walk in buck naked with a snake around my neck without that the defendant was charged with dence of prior bad acts involves notice. Bottom line is that I am the only one reading a book, a real book multiple crimes allegedly arising sexual activity between the same with read pages. Not some kindle thing. from sexual encounters with his victim and defendant. Thomas Patrick Ryan is a part- Gaming does have severe consequences. The real world passes them half-sister when he was 22 and she The evidence must show a ner in the Rockville law firm of Mc- by while they live in some non-existent fantasy land. On second thought, was 16. propensity for the defendant to have Carthy Wilson, which specializes in it is better than listening to Nancy Pelosi. Sincerely, Wilson Faris Gaithersburg Facebook and the Fair Housing Act express unlawful preferences by offer- Facebook claimed that “Ethnic Affini- Come On! Give them a brake ing discriminatory options, allowing ty” is different than race, and was part To the editor; them to effectively limit housing op- of a “multicultural advertising” effort. When it comes to vehicle safety, the brake system is at the top of the REAL tions for these protected classes under Following ProPublica’s inves- list. Brake Safety Awareness Month is the ideal time for drivers to stop the guise of ‘targeted advertising.’” tigative reporting, HUD briefly inves- and make sure their brakes are working properly before the new school ESTATE HUD emphasizes that the Fair Hous- tigated the matter. Facebook was said year and colder temperatures arrive. SOLUTIONS ing Act “prohibits discrimination in to have changed the targeted adver- Motorists can put a stop to any potential brake problems by recog- housing transactions including print tisement platform by moving “Ethnic nizing the signs and symptoms that their brake system may need mainte- and online advertisement on the basis Affinity.” Additionally, an anti-dis- nance or repair. Typical warning signs include the car pulling to the left By Dan Krell of race, color, national origin, religion, crimination advertising system was to or right, noises when applying the brakes, an illuminated brake warning sex, disability, or familial status.” be implemented. However, a follow light, brake grabbing, low pedal feel, vibration, hard pedal feel and Facebook has been under scruti- HUD's Secretary-initiated complaint up investigation found that the re- squealing. Several factors that affect brake wear include driving habits, ny for a number of issues, including follows the Department's investigation porters were able to purchase housing vehicle type, operating conditions and the quality of the brake lining ma- privacy rights and political ads. Now into Facebook's advertising platform advertising that should have been re- terial. there is a HUD complaint alleging that which includes targeting tools that en- jected for discriminatory preferences For routine maintenance, drivers should check their vehicle’s brak- the social media platform has violated ing system at least once a year. A thorough inspection should include able advertisers to filter prospective (Facebook (Still) Letting Housing Ad- the Fair Housing Act. tenants or homebuyers based on these vertisers Exclude Users by Race; brake lining wear, brake fluid level, rotor thickness, condition of hoses The US Department of Housing and brake lines, brake and dash warning lights, as well as taking the car protected classes. propublica.com; November 21, 2017). for a test drive to detect other potential brake system problems. and Urban Development complaint Anna Maria Farias, HUD’s As- Facebook is not the first website Drivers should never put off routine brake inspections or any need- (hud.gov) states that, “Facebook un- sistant Secretary for Fair Housing and to be accused of fair housing viola- ed repair, such as letting the brakes get to the “metal-to-metal” point, lawfully discriminates by enabling ad- Equal Opportunity who filed the com- tions. 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However, Mc- County after the release of a 2015 While prosecutors in Howard of our fathers and grandfathers the Manger contends is a true statement. Carthy explained that during the Obama administration report sug- County said the June 11th shooting way that people were treated back in People in attendance asked why criminal investigation, prosecutors gesting that jurisdictions have out- by a Montgomery County Police of- the ‘60s and ‘50s." Officer Anand Badgujar did not wait could not compel Badgujar to speak side prosecutors investigate police ficer of Robert White, an unarmed For many of those in atten- for backup to arrive and why he took to them, as he, like any American shootings. African-American man, was justi- dance, Tuesday night’s meeting at his gun out and pursued White citizen, has the right to remain silent. McCarthy said the agreement fied, many residents are not buying the Silver Spring Civic Center was through the neighborhood – ques- However, MCPD can compel he arranged between Montgomery the answers they are getting from emotional, as many of White’s for- tions that Manger said he could not Badgujar to answer questions during and Howard Counties was not County officials. mer neighbors asked questions that answer because Badgujar has not sat the internal investigation process. meant to take away responsibility Tuesday night, the District-20 Manger could not answer. down with police for an interview People also questioned Mc- from his office, but rather provide delegation to Annapolis – the district “I’m going to be very honest, yet. Carthy’s decision to partner with the much-needed independence. that represents the part of Silver that this has completely broken trust, However, when Montgomery Howard County’s State’s Attorney’s “About seven or eight of the Spring where the shooting took and I feel directly your personal re- County Police finishes its internal Office on the investigation into the women that work in my office are place – hosted a public forum about sponse and the State’s Attorney’s investigation of Badgujar, the report police shooting. The two counties married to police officers,” Mc- the shooting. personal responses to this has made will not be made public. have agreements with one another Carthy said. “They all socialize with While the forum was hosted by the trust worse,” a woman told “When our internal investiga- to investigate officer-involved them, so getting the independence the District-20 delegation to An- Manger in response to some of his tion is complete, I certainly will be shootings by each other’s police de- of an outside person looking at that napolis, and led by State Sen. Will answers at the public forum. able to answer additional questions,” partment. case was what we were attempting Smith, much of the public’s ques- Some of the members of the Manger said. “Internal investiga- “We can’t vote for that to achieve.” tions and ire were directed at Mont- public criticized Manger for decid- tions have been deemed by law to be [Howard County] State’s Attorney McCarthy said since the two gomery County Police Chief Tom ing to not release the body-camera [considered] personnel files, so they to go out, but we could hold, I sup- counties made their agreement, Manger and Montgomery County footage before the criminal investi- are not public information.” pose, Mr. McCarthy accountable,” Howard County has investigated six State’s Attorney John McCarthy. gation was over, saying he did so be- Manger said the Montgomery one woman at the forum said. Montgomery County officer-in- “I would never stand up here cause he did not want to bias a po- County Police internal affairs inves- While some community mem- volved shootings, with the Howard and tell you that we don’t make mis- tential grand jury pool. tigation into the shooting has just be- bers are upset by the decision, see- County State’s Attorney’s Office takes, that we haven’t done some But one member of the commu- gun and that they will learn more ing that they have no accountability considering five of those shootings things wrong in the past,” Manger nity said a Montgomery County Po- about what Badgujar was thinking over a State’s Attorney in another justified, and one unjustified. Green and Libertarian parties looking to grow presence across Maryland more, who said he is running in basic income for the state, which if you look Ben's policies, you will and to seize guns from someone By Neal Earley hopes to preserve the Green Party’s would guarantee every Marylander see we're not supporting the same @neal_earley who is potentially dangerous. ballot access in the state. a monthly wage from the govern- things at all,” Schlakman said. Quinn said both of these recently- While they may be on opposite Schlakman, who has unsuc- ment funded by a tax increase on Like Schlakman, Quinn does passed laws are a violation of citi- sides of the political spectrum, cessfully run for Baltimore City the state’s top one-percent wealthi- not have time for his either of the zens’ Second Amendment rights. Green Party candidate for governor Council in 2016, and is running for est residents. major party candidates. While While Quinn concedes that it Ian Schlakman and Libertarian governor with the Green Party’s “When I look at what's going Hogan has become one of the most is unlikely he would get a repeal nominee Shawn Quinn have one only elected official Annie Cham- in Baltimore City, the shocking popular governors in the country, bill through the Democratically- thing in common – that the state’s bers, who serves on Baltimore’s amount of generational poverty, on a platform that consists in part held General Assembly, he would two-party system is rigged against Resident Advisory Board. one of the fastest and most efficient of cutting taxes, Quinn said Hogan pursue legal challenges in hopes them. For Schlakman, success in the solutions is to have a universal ba- is not really the small-government the U.S. Supreme Court would Schlakman and Quinn both general election in November is sic income,” Schlakman said. governor he says he is. overturn the state’s gun control share a similar goal – to challenge getting at least one percent of the While Democratic candidate “I don't think he's a conserva- laws. people’s assumptions about the two vote, which would guarantee ballot Ben Jealous has proposed several tive; I think he's Democrat wearing In addition, to his strong pro- main candidates running for gover- access for his party. However, the progressive ideas such as a single- a Republican sweater,” Quinn said gun stances, Quinn is running on nor and to introduce people to new one percent threshold may be a payer healthcare system for the of Hogan. several other Libertarian issues for ideas. challenge for Schlakman as the last state, free tuition for Maryland’s Quinn, a 20-year U.S. Navy this state, such as the legalization Believe Ben Jealous is a pro- Green Party candidate to run for community colleges, legalization veteran, previously ran as the liber- of marijuana, school choice and to gressive, running to make Mary- governor, Maria Allwine, only won of marijuana and reform to the tarian candidate for governor in lower the state’s income tax. land economically just, or that Gov. .64 percent of the vote when she criminal justice system, Jealous is 2014. And while Quinn won 1.46 Larry Hogan is a small-govern- ran in 2010. not left-leaning enough for Schlak- percent of the vote in 2014, an im- And while Hogan has a reputa- ment conservative that wants to cut For Schlakman, it is a frustrat- man, pressive feat for a third-party can- tion as a tax-cutting Republican taxes? Depending on whether you ing process, saying the state’s laws Unlike Jealous, Schlakman didate in Maryland, Quinn has his among many voters in the state, ask Schlakman or Quinn, neither is unfairly favor Democrats and Re- embraces the label of “socialist” eyes on the governor’s mansion, Quinn said that is a false narrative true, and neither Hogan or Jealous publicans at the expense of third saying he found it insulting that saying he plans on becoming built by the millions of dollars the are sufficiently ideologically pure parties like his, requiring that they Jealous would use an obscenity, Maryland’s next governor. Hogan campaign has to spend. as they both say they are. run candidates to obtain ballot ac- when denying that he is one after a For Quinn, Hogan is a disap- Quinn said his message to vot- “I don't think the policies that cess, while Democrats and Repub- reporter asked him if identified pointment on many issues, espe- ers is simple, to look past his party are being proposed by Democrats licans are automatically granted with the label at all. Schlakman cially on gun issues. affiliation and to vote your con- or Republicans make any sense for that privilege. said the term “socialist” has be- Quinn said he wants to over- science. Montgomery County, I think the But vote totals are not Schlak- come an attempt to make voters turn a number of the state’s gun “They have the power and the proof is sort of in the pudding,” man’s only goal, he said he wants afraid to vote for a left-wing candi- control laws, including a recently- control as long as they can margin- Schlakman said. to grow the Green Party and to in- date. passed ban on bump stocks, and the alize a third party; then a third par- Schlakman is a technology and troduce people to new ideas, like “Part of the misnomer is that “red flag” law that allows a family ty is considered insignificant,” cyber entrepreneur from Balti- his plan to implement a universal we are proposing the same things; member or friend alert authorize Quinn said. On the web. All the time.

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“Floreen” rather her outsider status and ability From page one to reach voters is what inspired him. “I think that she is a people per- sional District, Alexandria Ocasio- son as am I,” Ficker said of Ocasio- Cortez. Ficker said he was inspired Cortez. by Cortez because she was able to Digital strategist Jonathan Gal- defeat a deeply-entrenched incum- legos produced Ficker’s campaign bent in New York, Joe Crowley. video, which Ficker said cost him Ficker hopes to have similar results somewhere between $17,000 to in Montgomery County. $18,000 to make. Ficker said he While Cortez is a self-described hopes to run the ad on television at Democratic-Socialist, Ficker said some point, but is unsure if or when COURTESY PHOTO her politics do not matter to him; that will happen. Robin Ficker in his campaign video. Activists gear up to fight widening of I-495 and I-270 that the state would own the roads. Brad German, co-chair of Cit- wand” to enable workers to get to in state subsidies,” said Ross. “Local activists, ” In addition to widening lanes, izens Against Beltway Expansion their jobs, said the Bethesda resi- About a year ago, County Ex- From page one other alternatives include adding (CABE), called that dent. ecutive Ike Leggett and the Coun- bus lanes, changing the direction “stonewalling.” Ben Ross, chair of Maryland ty Council wrote to the Maryland a 16-lane stretch of I-270 would of lanes at peak flow hours, and His organization is against Transit Opportunities Coalition, Department of Transportation, pass through Rockville, the City specially-priced lanes. expanding the two main roads. said he would not want to dupli- suggesting improvements to many Council noted. It also is concerned The officials also explained “We don’t think it’s going to re- cate what is happening in Virginia, of the area’s roads. It called for that more than 200 homes may be that any decision would involve solve the issue” of traffic conges- where some rush-hour commuters such improvements to I-495 and I- destroyed to make way for the en- the needs of Homeland Security tion, German said. on Route 66 have on occasion paid 270 as ramp metering, use of the larged roadway. and the business community’s Also, he said, “We are not up to $40 in tolls during one day. shoulder during peak hours, and It’s not only the Rockville ability to move products in a time- confident in the claims that it will Widening I-495 and I-270 “is reversible, high-occupancy toll City Council that is upset. ly manner. It also would include pay for itself.” a tremendous waste of money,” he lanes. In Silver Spring, Democratic financial and environmental re- “Toll revenues fall short, and said. “Lanes will be too expensive Meanwhile, Fox is doing activist Betsy Devlin-Foltz hopes views. ultimately the taxpayers” must to use. The money would be better what she can to keep her Chevy to stop the proposed widening and During the question-and-an- pay the bills, German said of simi- spent on transit.” Ross prefers “a Chase home. She and her neigh- is sending out alerts encouraging swer period, a few members of the lar projects. statewide railway plan.” bors have written letters to every people to attend meetings and ex- County Planning Board appeared CABE opposes “requiring on- Ross, who is active with member of the Montgomery press their opposition. upset that they were not provided going taxpayer subsidies” and tak- CABE, believes the state is push- County Council and many state When the state shared its 15 with the proposed widths of any ing land that “radically impacts ing the widening, at least in part, and Prince George's County offi- alternatives with the Montgomery new roadway and wondered how neighbors, houses and parks,” to benefit highway contractors cials. County Planning Board (and it’s they could determine what land German said. rather than those who need to get “The idea that they would actually more, as some of those 15 would be taken. German would rather see a to work. build four new lanes, it’s just so plans include a, b and c choices), it Planning Board members mixed variety of uses that empha- “The supposed business mod- against everything we should be noted that it intended to involve were told that it was too soon for sizes public transportation. el doesn’t work. It won’t get built doing right now,” she said. “I little or no taxpayer money and that information. “I don’t think there is a magic unless there are billions of dollars don’t think it’s progress.”

PlacePlace youryour adsads inin The CallCall LonnieLonnie JohnsonJohnson atat 301-306-9500301-306-9500 Sentinel AUGUST 23, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 9 NEWS ANALYSIS How to identify a racist today kneeling during the playing of the national anthem? Trump claimed the kneeling disrespected the American Paul’s View flag? Was he racist simply because the kneeling was in protest of social By injustice and the killing of unarmed African Americans by police and Paul Schwartz was never about the flag? Is it possi- ble that the issue for him really was about “patriotism?” Possible, since In the feud between current he always wears that American flag President Donald J. Trump and his lapel pin. That is pretty patriotic. longtime protege, apprentice and for- Is Donald Trump a racist be- mer Special Assistant to the Presi- cause of his policies to make it more dent Omarosa Manigault Newman, difficult to vote, claiming wide- the first question that comes to mind spread voter fraud when there is ab- is “Why all the fuss?” solutely no evidence of this and his I would expect Trump to be ex- policies primarily affect minority tremely proud of his creation since voters? Is it possible that he truly be- she has so effectively demonstrated lieves that there is widespread voter her absolute mastery of the skill of fraud because people who move self-promotion learned from her from one state to another rarely, if mentor, the king of self-promotion. ever, go back to the original state to At the center of the feud is have their names removed from the Omarosa’s claim that our president voter rolls? has used the “N-word” to which Maybe Trump truly believes Trump reacted by calling her a that these individuals make the effort “dog”. That, of course, brings to to vote in both states AND in great mind another question. Since Trump enough numbers to actually have an has known Omarosa for some 15 impact on an election. Maybe. years and thought highly enough of Most of all, is it fair to describe her to bring her to the White House, President Donald J. Trump as a racist the question is: “What does he know simply because he spearheaded the that warrants her being described as a Barack Obama “birther” controversy dog, and when did he know it?” questioning loudly and consistently With the revelation that, like whether the first African-American Trump’s former attorney, Michael president was legitimately born in the Cohen, Omarosa felt the need to United States? Well, the answer, of record discussions with the presi- course, is that every one of these ex- dent, another question that must be amples, individually, points to Presi- considered is “What is it about dent Donald J. Trump as a racist. Trump that makes those closest feel Moreover, if you add all of them to- the need to record conversations?” gether there simply is no room to Food for thought, but the real even question that conclusion. question that is at the forefront of the However, if you are still not current controversy is whether the convinced here is more to ponder. President of the United States is a Consider with whom he surrounds blatant racist. himself. Steve Bannon may no The term “racist” is thrown longer be at the White House, but his around quite freely in the age of racist stench remains. Let us not for- Trump, but should it be? Is it right to get one of Bannon’s more racist describe President Donald J. Trump quotes: “Being called a racist is a as a racist simply because, for exam- badge of honor.” And Bannon proba- ple, neo-Nazi leader David Duke de- bly isn’t as bad as Trump’s immigra- scribed November 6, 2016, the day tion lead, Stephen Miller. Trump won the presidential election, If there is one primary example as “one of the most exciting nights of of Trump’s racism, it is his immigra- my life...Our people played a HUGE tion policy which tramples on the role in electing Trump!”? Constitution with a total disregard Maybe Duke was celebrating for “due process” and the prohibition because he was so impressed with of the infliction of “cruel and unusu- Trump’s promises of more jobs. Cer- al punishment” as he severely com- tainly David Duke is a racist, but be- pounded the number of children sep- ing endorsed by a racist does not nec- arated from their parents as a result essarily prove that the individual be- of his zero tolerance policy. You ing endorsed is a racist. think the brown color of the skin of Likewise, is it fair to describe those immigrants seeking asylum in Trump as a racist simply because the United States has nothing to do white nationalist leader Richard with making our immigration policy Spencer has said “Hail Trump, hail more stringent even though the num- our people, hail victory!”? ber of immigrants coming to Ameri- How about Trump’s refusal to ca from below the southern border of condemn the white supremacists in the United States has been in steady Charlottesville, Virginia and being decline for the last decade or more? praised on one of the largest neo- Is Donald J. Trump a racist? I Nazi websites when he refused to rest my case. condemn the violence? The state- Although I can’t honestly say I ment on the website: “When asked to have much respect for Omarosa who condemn, he just walked out of the spent the last 15 years “saying nice room. Really, really good. God bless things” about Trump, her claim that him.” he is a racist is hard to dispute...un- Is Trump a racist because he less you are Sarah Huckabee condemned the NFL players for Sanders, of course. 10 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL AUGUST 23, 2018

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%-/#$-#1$-#-  -#.-&%$- #( AUGUST 23, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 11 ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT Silence isn’t always golden in Round House play But what most impressed our fellow cast members and hope By Barbara Trainin Blank @traininblank Rilette is that he walked out after it makes sense.” the production feeling as if he had Ebrahimzadeh plays Rodney, a Ryan Rilette has seen and di- gone on a retreat himself – seeing yoga instructor from the Pacific rected many plays, but there is one brighter colors.” Northwest who lost his studio be- he calls “unique.” It isn’t just that he happens to cause of sexual harassment charges, That is “Small Mouth Sounds,” love meditation and yoga, so the came east and married one of his about six restless individuals who subject matter of the play interested students. Now their relationship is embark on a weeklong silent retreat him. It was that Wohl “found a way starting to fall apart, and Rodney in the woods in search of enlighten- to allow the characters complete responds by having affairs. ment and find much more than that stories, when most don’t speak at “Rodney’s journey is to come – including the value of human con- all.” with that problem is inside him, the nection. Maboud Ebrahimzadeh is one actor explained. “Sometimes the The characters are unable – of the actors facing the challenge of monster inside you can’t be killed. most of the time – to use an actor’s performing wordlessly. He too has It has to be accepted in order to most reliable tool, their voices. been impressed by Wohl’s play – move on.” Their guru is the only one who particularly “the level of heart and A newly-appointed resident at gets to speak any amount – but he depth,” he said. Round House Theatre, remains unseen. But it is a challenge, he added, Ebrahimzadeh will next appear “Small Mouth Sounds, by because a lot of what actors do is “Oslo,” a dramatized, partly-fic- playwright Beth Wohl,” is the open- “lean on the language to guide you. tional depiction of the negotiations ing production of Round House We don’t have that here. A lot of the leading up to Oslo Accord between Theatre’s 2018-2019 season. actors have only one or two lines, Israel and the Palestine Liberation COURTESY PHOTO “I saw it two-and-a-half years and there are only very small win- Organization, will play in the CAst members rehearse “Small Mouth Sounds.” ago at the Signature Theatre in New dows into the character in the text. spring. York, and it was unlike any other We have to sit still most of the time. Also in the cast of “Small ing herself as an important voice in in Bethesda. To purchase tickets, play,” said Rilette, who is Round “It’s a lot like a dance,” he Mouth Sounds” are Katie deBuys, New York theater and having a call 240-644-1100 or visit the the- House’s artistic director. “I had said. “Every motion has to be calcu- Timothy Douglas, Michael Glenn, breakthrough year.” ater’s website at www.Round- heard about it and was deeply in- lated and measured in rhythm.” Beth Hylton, Andrea Harris Smith Content advisory: The produc- HouseTheatre.org. trigued, but it surpassed expecta- While some people might and James Whalen. tion contains full-frontal male nudi- In addition to a few pay-what- tions.” think a director isn’t that critical Several newspapers listed ty (which the theater describes as you-can performances, the theater’s Wohl’s work is “like watching when there are no words, “Small Mouth Sounds” on the Top “non-sexualized”). Free Pay program offers one ticket people at a train station – where you Ebrahimzadeh disagrees. “Without 10 list of 2015. That same year “Small Mouth Sounds” runs free of charge to a production of get very small details of people’s our normal set of tools, a lot more Wohl won the Sam Norkin special Aug. 29-Sept. 23 at Round House their choice for all high-school stu- lives,” he said. rides on Ryan,” he said. “We look at Drama Desk Award for “establish- Theatre, 4545 East-West Highway dents in the D.C. area. Montgomery County artists take part in annual Page-to-Stage Play Festival part of what would later become one “The Glass Menagerie,” by Ten- By Barbara Trainin Blank @traininblank of the storylines in ‘Tell Me Some- nessee Williams, to run Sept. 28-Oct. thing Good,’ so it’s very exciting 7. A collection of short plays that we are now able to present this “This is the first time High- about the “ache” of life; a comedy work at Page-to-Stage.” wood is doing the play,” Nicola said. about a woman who gives up on men “Tell Me Something Good” has “Previously, the rights were limited because none of them can rival Mr. five parts, and is about people who to professsional theaters.” Darcy in “Pride and Prejudice;” es- are “really lost in their specific “The Glass Menagerie,” the pecially as portrayed by Colin Firth; worlds and have lost the power of work that launched Williams’s ca- the preview of a season at a youth human connection,” Cefaly said. reer, has strong autobiographical el- theater. “The plays are really different,” ements, featuring characters based These are the offerings of Cefaly added. “One is a sort of love on its author, his mother and sister. Montgomery County-based theaters story about a midlife crisis, two peo- The Page-to-Stage highlights of in the annual Page-to-Stage New ple sitting on a ledge about to jump. “The Glass Menagerie” will focus Play Festival at the Kennedy Center. Another is about a single father with on the memory aspect, the main fo- Local (but Alabama-born) play- a seven-year-old daughter who feels cus of the show, Nicola added. wright Audrey Cefaly is the author invisible and struggles to communi- Highwood’s preview of its mu- of the “Ache Collection” – in her cate with his child.” sical program will highlight “Peter words – “Tell Me Something Good,” Cefaly’s message is that “we and the Star Catcher,” a sequel to Pe- and several other works, such as should embrace and share each oth- ter Pan. There will be two produc- “The Gulf,” “Love is a Blue Tick er’s vulnerability.” tions, one for grades 2-7 and the oth- Hound” and “Maytag Virgin.” She This is the fourth time The er for grades 8-12. has developed plays with the Quo- Highwood Theatre of Silver Spring “The Gentleman’s Guide to tidian Theatre Company in Mont- is participating in Page-to-Stage. Love and Murder” is another musi- gomery County, among many the- The theater is dedicated to bringing cal from the season to be introduced aters, and has received praise for the performing arts to the communi- at Page-to-Stage. both brutal honesty and compassion. ty through student theater and edu- A third Montgomery County- Cefaly is directing her play, COURTESY PHOTO cation in Washington DC and our based theater participating in the fes- Audrey Cefaly, author of ‘Tell Me Something Good’ in Page-to-Stage New which Unexpected Stage Company surrounding community. tival is Best Medicine Rep, which Play Festival at the Kennedy Center is sponsoring. “We’ve seen a growth in atten- specializes in contemporary come- “She is such a devoted artist and dance [at the festival] every year,” dies. The theater’s contribution to open rehearsals of plays and musi- All performances in the festi- her work is very moving, while at said Matthew Nicola, artistic direc- the festival is “Die, Mr. Darcy,” a cals in development by local, region- val, which takes place from Satur- the same time allowing room for hu- tor. play by artistic director John Moro- al, and national playwrights, libret- day to Monday of Labor Day Week- mor,” said Rachel Stroud-Goodrich, This year, Highwood is going to giello about an unrealistic woman. tists, and composers. Page-to-Stage end, are free. Kennedy Center is lo- co-producing artistic director. “I re- present songs and scenes from the Now in its 17th year, Page-to- at the Kennedy Center offers these cated at 2700 F St., NW, in member several of us sitting togeth- upcoming plays and musicals, as a Stage features several D.C.-area the- theaters accessible space to perform Washington, D.C. For more infor- er reading excerpts of our work one preview of its 2018-2019 season. ater companies at the Kennedy Cen- and workshop new plays, while re- mation, visit www.kennedy- evening at the retreat, and she read That includes highlights from ter for a series of free readings and ceiving feedback from others. center.org. 12 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL AUGUST 23, 2018 NEWS Dumais looks to ban 3D guns in Maryland rently do not need a background ports a ban on 3D-printed guns in federal judge. Currently, 19 plans to propose a ban on “ghost By Neal Earley @neal_earley check, do not have a serial num- the state. While Dumais said states, including Maryland, are guns,” guns that come partially ber, and are made of plastic, House leadership is on her side, suing to make the ban on publish- assembled and do not require a Weeks after a federal judge meaning – they can pass through a and there is support from Gov. ing the 3D-gun blueprints perma- background check to purchase. blocked the release of blueprints metal detector. Larry Hogan (R), her bill, like nent. According to federal law, as long for a 3D-printed gun, a Maryland “I think we need to send a many bills, may not pass due to “Attorney General Sessions as the parts of a gun are not more legislator is looking to outlaw the clear message that having un- Maryland’s short, 90 days’ leg- and Secretary Pompeo are sitting than 80 percent assembled, it is untraceable firearms in the state. traceable guns without having a islative session. on their hands while these illegal not legally considered a firearm – Majority Leader Kathleen background check is just not “Sometimes even good ideas blueprints for 3D-printed guns are meaning it does not require a seri- Dumais (D-15) said she plans to safe,” Dumais said. may take two sessions or three available to minors and to crimi- al number or a background check propose a bill in the next legisla- While Dumais does not have sessions to work out the logistics nals and terrorists,” said Mary- to purchase. tive session that will ban the pos- the details of her bill finalized yet, to make sure the law is sound and land Attorney General Brian Alwin Chen, the Clarksburg session of 3D-printed guns. she said her bill will ban posses- workable,” Dumais said. Frosh in a statement. “The Trump student who was sentenced to four As 3D printers became sion of 3D-printed guns in Mary- Dumais’s proposal comes Administration cannot continue to months in jail for bringing a cheaper and more available, some land. weeks after a federal judge issued ignore this public safety hazard.” loaded gun to school, had bought worry that the printers could be House Speaker Michael a restraining order against the re- In addition to proposing a ban a ghost gun and brought it to used to make firearms, which cur- Busch (D-30a) said that he sup- lease of 3D-gun blueprints by a on 3D-printed guns, Dumais also school. Car Wash Coffee aims to be community gathering place On Aug. 4, the building’s By Peter Rouleau @PeterSRouleau newest incarnation, Car Wash Cof- fee, opened for business. The KENSINGTON — In 1997, restaurant serves Vigilante Coffee, a Steve Harris, the owner of Mr. local roaster based in Hyattsville. Wash, a car-wash facility on Con- The food menu includes pastries, in necticut Avenue in Kensington, pur- addition to breakfast and lunch of- chased the building next to his busi- ferings such as egg and roast beef ness, which had previously been a sandwiches. The interior of the Roy Rogers and a Gino’s. His new building was redesigned to feature tenants opened Savannah’s, a bar- Space lounge seating. and-grill restaurant offering tradi- “I wanted this to be a place tional American fare. While Savan- where people can come, get a car nah’s has stayed in business for wash and an oil change, then sit nearly 20 years, and has been a pop- down and have a cup of coffee and For ular Saturday night karaoke venue, see their friends,” Harris said. it also received negative reviews for Harris said that while he has food quality and cleanliness on Yelp not yet gone “full court press” in and other sites. promoting Car Wash Coffee, the In early 2016, Harris took over restaurant has received positive Rent the management of Savannah’s. Af- word-of-mouth publicity in and ter a brief closure for remodeling, around Kensington and good re- Harris reopened the restaurant. He views on Yelp and similar sites. eliminated karaoke and keno games Mary Knight, a local resident, from the restaurant’s offerings and said she visited Car Wash Coffee began ordering fresher food. He because of positive comments on lo- said he wanted to steer the business cal listservs. in a family-oriented direction, and “I plan to come here from time planned to rename it the Kensington to time because I like the locale, the Tavern. In July 2016, however, Sa- spaciousness; the view of the traffic vannah’s abruptly closed again. is very nice,” Knight said. “I’m “The building had major prob- from San Francisco, so I was raised lems, and I decided that it needed to on coffeehouses, and they make be gutted and completely remod- good coffee here.” eled,” Harris said. “I wanted it to Car Wash Coffee is located at have more of a coffee-shop vibe 10700 Connecticut Avenue in Kens- than a tavern vibe.” ington. Advertise Your Check Us Out Online www.thesentinel.com Business Here Your ad could be here. Contact Lonnie at 301-306-9500 to find out how to book this space AUGUST 23, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 13 NEWS Moco’s ‘Team USA’ takes accolades and learns a little

By Suzanne Pollak @SuzannePollak Representing the United States, the eight-member team of high- school robotics experts who call themselves Wizards.exe, left the First Global Challenge 2018 robot- ics competition in Mexico on Sun- day, with three large medals and a new appreciation for people who live in countries they previously knew little about. Team USA, which consisted totally of students from Mont- gomery County, along with their “G-Wiz” robot, took Gold in engi- neering design and fundraising and Silver for winning eight out of eight of their qualifying matches, only slightly beaten out in points by Ro- mania. First Global, a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math- ematics)-focused international non- profit, gathered competitors from more than 160 countries, Aug. 15 through Aug. 18, at Mexico City’s Arena Ciudad de Mexico to solve energy-efficiency problems using robots created by student partici- pants. “It’s a very cool and unique ex- perience,” said Ishaan Oberoi, who soon will start 11th grade at Richard Montgomery High School. “It was basically a Super Bowl,” said Arjun Oberoi, who is about to start ninth grade at Mont- gomery Blair High School. Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto opened the event, rap- pers Black Eyed Peas performed, COURTESY PHOTO and Intel conducted a drone show. USA competed against 166 teams in the First Challenge 2018 robotics competition in Mexico The students also met U.S. Secre- tary of Energy Rick Perry, who what it could do” to learn robotics resided the pit. Each country’s team the students also Skyped with a to Mexico, at least one of the Coun- signed their robot. and other STEM subjects, said Seth worked out of a small area in the pit. three-member team from Comoros, ty students woke up early on many In between the festivities, the Anika, a rising 10th grader at Mont- The camaraderie, as well as the three small islands off the eastern summer mornings and Skyped with students competed against 166 gomery Blair. event’s emphasis on cooperation, coast of Africa between Mozam- Team Bosnia-Herzegovina. The stu- teams, controlling the robot they Together, Team USA commu- enabled the students to help other bique and Madagascar. However, dents also created instructional had built as it performed tasks on nicated in English, French and teams, said Ishaan Oberoi. two days before the event, the all-fe- videos for them. demand. Their robot moved power Spanish. They also worked together on male team learned their request for Oberoi befriended members of cubes, installed solar panels and ac- Gathered at the Oberois’ home the 25th floor of their hotel, which visas to travel to Mexico had been the Iranian team, who weren’t able tivated windmills. Monday night, one day after return- was reserved for the participants. It declined. to compete last year because Ameri- The students worked on their ing from Mexico City, the team was here that Team USA met with Altogether, Team USA helped can sanctions stopped the team from robot throughout the school year members seemed more excited the team from the Republic of Con- 33 other teams, said Oberoi. receiving the initial robot parts kit. and spent many hours teaching oth- about their international experience go, who didn’t have a working robot The cooperation among Team This year, the kit was shipped to the ers how to do the same. than their victory. when the competition was about to USA and the other teams started Iranians through China and another “We wanted to try and show Beneath the Arena Ciudad de start. long before the actual competition. country, explained Panjak Oberoi, them where it would take them, Mexico, where the robots dueled, Prior to coming to Mexico City, About a month before they traveled the team’s coach.

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However, if one is interested By Lex Roland @LexDrabbles then they can visit the park on Sat- urdays at 10 a.m. for a guided tour. All over Montgomery County, One of the tour guides, Mike Petty, there are various historical loca- is a history instructor at Mont- tions. These places range from a gomery College. Petty was ex- cider shop to homes and churches tremely informative and appreci- to name a few. The county has a ates those who visit to learn more rich cultural history, but one of the about the Railroad and the Manor’s many vital historical connections part in it, and he is more than will- the county has is the Underground ing to provide any context that vis- Railroad. itors may want. The Underground Railroad is Another possible site is the something that most Americans Christ Episcopal Church, a well- learned about during their days in known landmark in historic down- high school during American His- town Rockville, and many suspect tory class. It is the term coined for that the church may have served as the process by which slaves were a part of the Railroad. able to escape to freedom prior to The church, much like Palmer, the Emancipation Proclamation. had a polarized history. According Many nearby locations likely to documents provided by the served as conduits of the Under- church office, “parishioners were ground Railroad, spanning across divided between slaveholders and various parts of the County, includ- Unionists.” However, it goes on to ing Sandy Spring and Rockville. say, “Even with this division, One such place for those interested Christ Church was a local stop on is the Underground Railroad Expe- the Underground Railway.” Unfor- rience at Woodlawn Manor Cultur- tunately, the parishioner who al Park. Located in Sandy Spring, served as the historical specialist the park has been, and still is, for the church died some years ear- known to be home to a large com- lier. munity of Quaker families. An area in the Church that The Quakers are a group that supposedly served as a place for has been known to be ahead of their escaped slaves to hide, is a dirt time in some of their ideologies. room in the back corner of the Many publicly disagreed with the basement. It now serves as an elec- enslavement of humans very early trical room for the church and on. They also had far less of a gen- church school. There is specula- der disparity in their community. tion that one specific entrance to a The Manor previously be- separate crawlspace was used as a longed to a local Quaker man, Dr. place to temporarily hold people William Palmer, who also owned attempting to escape to places such slaves for the latter portion of his as Baltimore or Philadelphia. The life. However, it is rumored that the room is not open to the public, but area was still a frequent stop on the can potentially be seen upon re- Railroad. Some even say that quest of the Church office. Palmer’s barn was used. These are only two of the var- It is because of the historic sig- ious places in Montgomery County nificance of the area that the Manor that one can visit if they wish to House and grounds now serve as a learn more about the historical trail to show visitors how slaves’ context of the Underground Rail- escape may have been done. It is road here. However, it is important important to note that while the to remember that it is difficult to Call Lonnie Johnson trail serves as a guide, it does not obtain hard evidence for most of show the true total scope of what these places given the context of the people who would have trav- the time period. So, some informa- at 301-306-9500 eled it originally would have en- tion may require a little imagina- dured. tion. AUGUST 23, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 15 CALENDAR What’s happening this week in Montgomery County August 23, 2018 – August 29, 2018 STRATHMORE mediums to create a fluid, flowing consistency. The ries at Westmoreland Congregational UCC, 1 West- acrylic paints react with each other when combined moreland Circle, Bethesda (the border of Washing- • COMCAST XFINITY OUTDOOR FILM to create extraordinary designs. Where: VisArts, 155 ton D.C. and MD). This concert is free, with dona- FESTIVAL: COCO THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, Gibbs Street, Rockville, MD 20850. tions welcome at the door. Khristenko has won top 2018, 7:30PM | STRATHMORE CAMPUS prizes at some of the world's most prestigious piano ROOF TOP YOGA AND HAPPY HOUR competitions. In 2013 alone, he won the 1st Prize at • COMCAST XFINITY OUTDOOR FILM Aug. 24. 5:45 P.M. Enjoy the night on our beau- the Cleveland International Piano Competition, the FESTIVAL: BLACK PANTHER FRIDAY, AU- tiful rooftop patio for a 60 minute Flow State Yoga Maria Canals International Music Competition and GUST 24, 2018, 7:30PM | GUDELSKY GAZEBO Class. Stay for happy hour with spirited beverages was 4th laureate at the Queen Elisabeth Competi- and light bites around the fire pit. Yoga mats will be tion. • COMCAST XFINITY OUTDOOR FILM provided. Where: TRUEBODY 7400 Wisconsin FESTIVAL: THE LION KING SATURDAY, AU- Avenue Bethesda, MD 20814. Every Friday LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER GUST 25, 2018, 7:30PM | GUDELSKY GAZEBO through October 12, 2018. Sep. 11. 11:30 – 1:30 P.M. Attend a hands-on AUG 24-25 workshop/wig demonstration for the unique skin • COMCAST XFINITY OUTDOOR FILM care needs women undergoing chemotherapy or ra- FESTIVAL: WONDER WOMAN SUNDAY, AU- RIO SUMMER CONCERTS diation treatments face. Held at Hope Connections GUST 26, 2018, 7:30PM | GUDELSKY GAZEBO Aug. 24 – 25. 6:00 – 9:00 P.M. Live music for Cancer Support, Beaumont House at FASEB, every Friday and Saturday night on RIO Patio near 9650 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD. RSVP at 301- • DIANA ROSS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, the paddle boats and Union Jack's! Address: RIO 634-7500. & WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 8:00 PM | Washingtonian Center, 209 Boardwalk Place, THE MUSIC CENTER Gaithersburg, MD 20878. COURTESY PHOTO BREAST CANCER Fishbone, an eclectic alternative rock band, headlines concert at Sept. 11. 6:30 – 8:00 P.M. Join Hope Connec- THE FILLMORE the Fillmore Silver Spring on Thursday, August 23 at 8:00 pm. tions for Cancer Support for a discussion on new AUG 25 data regarding management of HER2-positive • DAVIDO THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2018, breast cancer in both the early and advanced dis- FREE BEER TASTING 8:00 PM ease, and different treatment approaches for patients. Aug. 25. 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. Stop in and sample Held at Hope Connections for Cancer Support, some favorite local beers. Saturdays through De- The wall designated for the public mural is approxi- tomized one-on-one help using your iPad to learn • LIVE NATION PRESENTS LIL BABY - 8401 Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Landover, MD. cember 29, 2018. Where: Dawson's Market, 225 N mately 70 feet wide and 100 feet tall. A $50,000 basic features, such as iPad navigation, Apps, HARDER THAN EVER TOUR SATURDAY, SEP- RSVP at 240- 714-4744. Washington St, Rockville, MD 20850. stipend will be provided to the selected artist to pay iCloud, Settings and more. Or learn how to down- TEMBER 8, 2018, 8:00 PM for supplies and the artist’s time. Necessary lifts and load e-books and e-audiobooks on your mobile de- PARK AFTER DARK AT THE C&O FOOD ADDICTS ANONYMOUS scaffolding will be provided and associated fees will vice like the Kindle, Nook or Android. No session WOLF TRAP CANAL Aug. 25. 9:30 – 10:30 A.M. Food Addicts not be the responsibility of the selected artist. Artists on Sept. 27. Sign-up for your 45-minute session at Sep. 15. 6:00 – 10:00 P.M. Celebrate the C&O Anonymous meets every Saturday at the Unitarian must be 18 years of age or older and be residents of the Information Desk or call 240-777-0200 to regis- • DAWES AND SHOVELS & ROPE JOSEPH Canal at Park After Dark! Park After Dark is the Universalist Church, 100 Welsh Park Drive, Build- Washington, D.C., Maryland or Virginia to apply. ter. For iPad users, please bring your Apple ID and THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 2018, 7:30 PM | FI- C&O Canal Trust’s annual gala fundraiser, held un- ing #4, Rockville, MD 20850. We welcome new Artists must also have prior experience with the de- password. For Kindle users, please have your Ama- LENE CENTER der the stars at Historic Great Falls Tavern. This members. For questions, please visitwww.foodad- sign and installation of large-scale murals and are zon logon and password. year, guests will enjoy great food, libations, a camp- dictsanonymous.org or call Valerie @ 240-543- asked to submit a detailed, site-specific proposal for FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASON fire, unique auction items, music and dancing with 3090. the Triangle Towers Mural. Contact: 301-215-6660 KOREAN TEXTILES EXHIBIT FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2018, 8:00 PM | FILENE | [email protected]| www.bethesda.org. Sep. 6 – 23. More than fifty traditional quilted The 19th Street Band, and more …all to benefit the CENTER textiles in an exhibit from Korea will be on display C&O Canal National Historical Park! This year, we WALTZ DANCE AT GLEN ECHO PARK at Sandy Spring Museum. Shown in the USA only will be holding a paddle raise to raise money to help • KENNY G AND THE TENORS THURSDAY, AUG 29 Sep. 2. Join us for a Waltz Dance in the Bumper at Sandy Spring Museum, My Life: Marks of a resurface the towpath. After years of use and heavy AUGUST 30 AT 8:00 PM SQUARE DANCE LESSONS AND DANC- Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park on Sunday, Septem- Needle will include a closing reception on Saturday, flood waters this spring, the towpath needs our help! ING ber 2, 2018 featuring the ensemble Devine Comedy September 22, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the museum. Tickets are $250 per person. All but $50 of the ticket Aug. 29. Square dance lessons and dancing at playing a lively mix of folk waltzes with a few other Korean traditional embroidery began in the price is a tax-deductible donation to the C&O Canal AUG 23 North Chevy Chase Christian Church, 8814 Kens- couple dances, including Hambo, Schottische, Joseon era, also known as the Yi Dynasty (1392- Trust. This event has sold out in previous years so ington Parkway (in Parish House). Wednesdays: order your tickets now at www.ParkAfterDark.org. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING Swing, Tango, and Polka. The 45-minute dance les- 1910). The quilt-like textiles had many uses – the 7:30 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. $7 per person. Contact phone Please contact Director of Development Patricia Aug. 23. 7:15 – 8:30 P.M. Overeaters Anony- son begins at 2:45 p.m. with a half-hour introducto- fabric was used to cover and protect household number: 301-598-2574. Barber, at (301)745-8880, for information about be- mous meeting Thursdays at the Rockville Church of ry Waltz workshop and a more advanced move pre- goods from the sun, to wrap and transport precious http://www.gerrymanders.info/ coming a sponsor of Park After Dark. Address: Christ, 1450 Montgomery Ave., Rockville (in Parish sented the last 15 minutes. Social dancing follows items, and to bundle and carry food. It was also 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854 House). For further information, http://www.oa- until 6 pm. Admission is FREE. No partner re- widely used to wrap gifts, thus expressing gracious- SHADY GROVE FARMERS MARKET dcmetro.org/ or Linda S at 301-641-9508. quired. For more information, call Joan Koury at ness and good will toward the recipient. Korean Aug. 29. 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Farmers, food 202-238-0230 or Glen Echo Park at 301-634-2222, Culture Days – September 15, Noon – 4:00 p.m., SCIENCE IN CURRENT EVENTS: FOSSIL trucks and more! Shady Grove Farmers' Market, na- FUELS AND RENEWABLE ENERGY YAPPY HOUR & POP-UP DOG PARK go to www.WaltzTimeDances.org or e-mail and September 22, 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. tionally recognized as one of the 100 Best Markets Sep. 15. 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. NIST Scientist, Dr. Aug. 23. 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. In partnership with [email protected]. The Glen Echo Na- in America by the Daily Meal. Featuring weekly Boualem Hammouda will discuss Fossil Fuels and Montgomery Parks, our pop-up dog park will con- tional Park is located at 7300 MacArthur Blvd., EAT, DRINK, AND BE MERRY ART EX- farmers, food trucks, artisans and local spirit every Renewable Energy. Please join us for an informative sist of a small dog area and a large dog enclosure Glen Echo, MD 20812. HIBIT AT DEL RAY ARTISANS Wednesday through September 12. Where: Johns and stimulating discussion. For more information, area for well-socialized dogs. The event will also Sep. 7 – 30. “Eat, Drink, and Be Merry” juror, Hopkins University Key West Ave and Broschart call the library at 240-777-0200. Place: Quince Or- feature live music along with food, beer and wine MOCO INTERFAITH 5K WALK AND RUN Lisa York, presents “Bowls and Plates with Nice Rd, Rockville, MD 20850 chard Library / 15831 Quince Orchard Road / from Ruth's Chris Steak House and World of Beer. Sep. 4. 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. Join the Mont- Curves” (September 8, 10am-4pm) at The Clay Gaithersburg. Weekly concert is at Elm Street Park (4600 Elm gomery County Interfaith 5K Walk and Run at Queen Pottery. This demonstration workshop ex- INTRODUCTION TO ACRYLIC PAINTING Street). Maryland Soccerplex, 18031 Cnetral Park Circle, plores how the curves and form of a plate or bowl Aug. 29. 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. Every Wednes- Boyds, MD 20841. functions in the home, the use of geometric shapes WALTZ DANCE AT GLEN ECHO PARK day through September 12. In this four-week work- as part of surface decorations, and a variety of Sep. 16. Join us for a Waltz Dance in the Spanish shop, students will learn the basics of setting up and EVENINGS IN OLDE TOWNE thrown and alteration techniques; plus provides in- Ballroom at Glen Echo Park on Sunday, September AUG 24 executing a still life in acrylics. The arrangement Sep. 6. 6:00 P.M. Wind down the workday with sight into the jurying process. $65 Del Ray Artisans 16, 2018 featuring the ensemble Larry Unger & PAINT YOUR PET will be made up of a variety of items to provide op- great music in a casual, outdoor setting at the City members, $75 non-members. Friends playing a lively mix of folk waltzes with a Aug. 24. 7:00 – 10:00 P.M. Immortalize your portunities to represent various forms, textures, and Hall Concert Pavilion. Grab some local carryout to DelRayArtisans.org/event/bowls-and-plates. few other couple dances, including Hambo, Schot- beloved pet on canvas. Dog, cat, iguana, canary, surfaces with paint. Fundamentals of acrylic paint- enjoy during the concert or enjoy the music before tische, Swing, Tango, and Polka. The 45-minute rabbit…whatever! Send us a photo of your pet and ing will be explored: paint application, under paint- dining in Olde Towne afterwards. All concerts begin POTOMAC LIBRARY BOOK SALE dance lesson begins at 2:45 p.m. with a half-hour in- we will hand sketch it onto your own 16 x 20 can- ing, glazes, color mixing, and composition. Where: at 6 p.m. Bring a blanket or low-back chair for lawn Sep. 8. 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Join us for our troductory Waltz workshop and a more advanced vas. For this class only, we limit the number of stu- VisArts, 155 Gibbs Street, Rockville, MD 20850. seating. Additional dates: September 6, 13, 20, 27, monthly Potomac Friends of the Library Book Sale! move presented the last 15 minutes. Social dancing dents to 12 so that everyone can get some one-on- 2018. Where: City of Gaithersburg Concert Pavilion Books, DVDs, and more available for children, follows until 6 pm. Admission is $13. No partner re- one time. We provide the canvas, paint, brushes, 31 S Summit Ave, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877. teens, and adults. All are welcome. Where: Potomac quired. For more information, call Joan Koury at easels, apron and instructor — you provide the sub- UPCOMING Library 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac MD 202-238-0230 or Glen Echo Park at 301-634-2222, ject matter. Where: VisArts, 155 Gibbs Street, go to www.WaltzTimeDances.org or e-mail PAINT THE TOWN: TRIANGLE TOWERS IPAD CLINIC OR DOWNLOADING E- 20854. Rockville, MD 20850. [email protected]. The Glen Echo Na- MURAL BOOKS/E-AUDIOBOOKS ON OTHER MO- tional Park is located at 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Sep. 1. Deadline for artists to apply. The Bethes- BILE DEVICES WASHINGTON CONSERVATORY CON- INTRODUCTION TO FLUID PAINTING Glen Echo, MD 20812. da Arts & Entertainment District is currently seek- Sep. 6. 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Four 45-minute CERT Aug. 24. 7:30 – 9:00 P.M. Explore painting with- ing proposals for a large-scale mural on the Norfolk sessions available each Thursday. Through Oct. 25, Sep. 8. 8:00 P.M. Pianist Stanislav Khristenko out a brush! Fluid Painting is a type of abstract art Avenue facade of the Triangle Towers apartment 2018. Place: Quince Orchard Library / 15831 will present a dazzling all-Chopin concert to open that uses acrylic paints mixed with different pouring building at 4853 Cordell Avenue in Bethesda, MD. Quince Orchard Road / Gaithersburg. Free. Cus- the 2018-19 Washington Conservatory Concert Se- 16Continued on page 16 16 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL AUGUST 23, 2018 C ALENDAR8 What’s happening this week in Montgomery County August 23, 2018 – August 29, 2018 Continued from page 15 and area residents to join them at their Cultural In- al information about the Anne Arundel County De- clusive Fall Art Showcase, a multimedia public ex- tachment please visit their website at hibit, at Prince George’s Community Resources. http://mclaacdet1049.org/. For additional informa- THE RACE 4 RECOVERY 5K RUN/WALK Participating artists will receive free admission and tion about Marines Helping Heroes, and to register Sep. 16. Registration: 7:00 A.M. – 8:00 A.M. general admission is $25. Local artists will have an for the Challenge, please visit https://MarinesHelp- Start time: 8:00 A.M. Mayor and Council members opportunity to showcase their artwork for potential ingHeroes.org will speak at 9:15. The Race 4 Recovery 5K is an profit, network with representatives from local art annual run/walk event that is based on providing institutes and be honored by special guest speakers, QUILT SHOW & ARTISAN BOUTIQUE immediate action to those threatened from addiction which may include local, high-level government of- Oct. 5. 9:00 – 6:00 P.M. and Oct. 6. 9:00 – 4:00 and overdose. This run/walk is to promote aware- ficials. Guests will take pleasure in discovering art P.M. NeedleChasers of Chevy Chase returns to the ness, break down stigmas associated with addition, pieces originating right here in our community and Kensington Town Office (Armory) for its 21st quilt honor those that have been lost, and support those celebrating inclusivity. show, with the theme “Just Around the Block.” Join who currently are in the fight. The event will be held us to admire the amazing display of beautiful quilts at the RIO Washingtonian Center. 9TH ANNUAL MONTGOMERY COUNTY or buy a handmade item at the Artisan Boutique. VISIONWALK Check out the fabric, books and notions for sale at FREE COMMUNITY VISION SCREENING Sep. 23. 9:00 A.M. Registration. 10:00 A.M. the Calico Elephant or sit in on a quilting demon- Sep. 16 – 18. Prevention of Blindness Society of Walk. Come out and join the fight against blindness stration. Bid on an item in the Silent Auction, take a Metropolitan Washington (POB), a non-profit that at the Foundation Fighting Blindness' 9th Annual chance ($2 each, 3 for $5) on our stunning “Just specializes in educating the public and providing ba- Montgomery County VisionWalk! This fundraiser Around the Block” opportunity quilt (queen-size) or sic healthcare for vision health issues, will be having 5k will take you around Rockville Town Square as check out the Community Service display. We’re a vision screening event at our facility on 233 Mass- you walk in support of the visually impaired com- sure you will enjoy the show and it’s just around the achusetts Avenue NE. We'll be screening children munity in Montgomery County. This event has no block! Admission is $7; children under 12 are free. (3-18) for amblyopia, strabismus and distance acu- entry fee - simply bring an open heart and your ity. Ophthalmologists will be on-site to provide free walking shoes! And, bring your friends and your SYMMETRY PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT prescription eyeglasses to children in need. For family too! Light refreshments will be provided AT DEL RAY ARTISANS adults, we'll be screening for glaucoma. DC has throughout the day. Location: Rockville Town Oct. 5 – 28. Del Ray Artisans and Union 206 among the highest incidence rate of glaucoma na- Square Plaza (30 Maryland Avenue, Rockville) Studio present “Symmetry – Balance in an Asym- tionally. It's a silent, painless (usually) sight stealer, COURTESY PHOTO metrical World” showcasing artists’ visions of sym- so it's important to learn of issues before sight is irre- metry. The camera, used as a tool, reveals the artist’s Katy Perry returns to the nation's capital on September 25 with versibly lost. vision and produces a personal – typically evocative "Witness: The Tour" at the Capital One Arena. or atmospheric, yet balanced – statement. The pho- tography exhibit runs October 5-28, 2018 with the Opening Reception on Friday, October 5, 7-9pm. View the exhibition at Del Ray Artisans Gallery, ATOMIC DOG AND CONSEQUENTIAL advanced cancer and a bereavement group. Support 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria. Details: CAT ART EXHIBIT AT VCA ALEXANDRIA groups are held at both of Hope Connections for www.DelRayArtisans.org/event/symmetry ANIMAL HOSPITAL Cancer Support’s two locations: Beaumont Through Sep. 30. Del Ray Artisans and VCA House at FASEB, 9650 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, TASTE IN POTOMAC Alexandria Animal Hospital present a Gallery With- MD and 8401 Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Lan- Oct. 6. 6:30 – 11:30 P.M. Taste in Potomac out Walls Exhibit, “Atomic Dog and Consequential dover, MD. Orientation sessions are held every brings leaders in our community, advocates for chil- Cat”, inspired by our furry friends. This show fea- Monday at 11 a.m. at the Beaumont House in dren, and friends who care together. Guests enjoy an tures a selection of artwork by Del Ray Artisans Rockville, and every Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Lan- evening of fabulous auctions and delicious food members. The show can be viewed during regular dover. Additional orientation sessions are held on from Potomac area restaurants. Nearly 30 restau- business hours at the VCA Alexandria Animal Hos- the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. in rants donate their fare for the enjoyment of our pital (2660 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314) Bethesda. Orientations are Free - RSVP required at guests and to help Adoptions Together raise aware- now through September 30. Details: www.DelRa- 301-634-7500 ness and funding to find homes for children in foster yArtisans.org/event/dog-and-cat/ care. The event’s after-party, Toast in Potomac, wel- GUIDED TOUR OF WOODLAWN MANOR comes the next generation of community partners to NEW COUNTY PROGRAM SEEKS HOUSE AND GROUNDS enjoy an evening of dancing, mingling, and treats SKILLED VOLUNTEERS 50+ Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays. 11:00 – 11:30 A.M. from Potomac area restaurants. Top-shelf bourbon The Montgomery County Volunteer Center's or 2:00 – 2:30 P.M. Take a guided tour of Wood- tastings, the A List beauty bar, and much more... Ad- new 50+ Volunteer Network connects skilled volun- lawn Manor, a 19th-century Federal-style manor mission is included with tickets to Taste in Potomac teers with nonprofit and government agencies that house, and learn about Dr. William Palmer, his fam- or can be purchased separately. Limited tickets need assistance. This unique program is perfect for ily and other residents. Tour will include interior and available. Register online at www.adoptionstogeth- those who are age 50+ and want to make a signifi- exterior spaces, including some that are not ADA- COURTESY PHOTO er.org/events/tasteinpotomac/ cant contribution of time and talent to the communi- accessible. www.woodlawnmanor.org or call 301- Paul Simon brings his Homeward Bound Farewell Tour to the ty, while still retaining flexibility. Through personal 563-7519. $3 fee Capital One Arena on Friday, September 14, at 8:00 pm. SCIENCE IN CURRENT EVENTS: DNA consultations, trained advisors help find volunteer AND THE EVOLUTION OF SPECIES opportunities that match particular areas of interests, WOODLAWN MUSEUM Oct. 6. 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. NIST Scientist, Dr. skills, and availability. Options may include ongoing Fridays & Saturdays 10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M and Boualem Hammouda will discuss DNA and the program management and support, short-term con- Sundays 12:00 – 4:00 P.M. The Woodlawn Muse- PROSTATE CANCER WHEATON ARTS PARADE & FESTIVAL Evolution of Species. Please join us for an informa- sulting projects using professional skills, and direct um featuring multimedia exhibits throughout the Sep. 17, from 6:30 – 8 P.M. Join Hope Connec- Sep. 23. 10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. There will be tive and stimulating discussion. For more informa- services to clients. For more information, email 19th century stone barn. Interactive exhibits high- tions for Cancer Support for a discussion on recent floats, but no cars, just people walking to celebrate tion, call the library at 240-777-0200. Place: Quince [email protected] or visit light the area’s agricultural landscape, the Under- understandings and advances in the treatment of art & Wheaton’s cultures, commerce, and citizens. Orchard Library / 15831 Quince Orchard Road / www.montgomeryserves.org. ground Railroad, local free black communities and metastatic prostate cancer. Held at Hope Connec- It’s called, “Parade the Triangle!” Come with your Gaithersburg the Quaker experience in Montgomery County, re- tions for Cancer Support, Beaumont House at family, school, business, community organization, VIDEO PRODUCTION CLASSES FOR HS vealed through the lives of the Woodlawn’s resi- FASEB, 9650 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD. or by yourself. You won’t be alone for long. Attend STUDENTS (FREE)-GANDHI BRIGADE dents and enslaved laborers. www.woodlawn- RSVP at 301-634-7500. our FREE workshops where artists will assist you. ONGOING Mondays. 3:30 P.M. High school students will manor.org. Adults $5 Children (6-17) $4. Through For additional information or sponsorship inquiries, “ANCESTRY” ART EXHIBIT AT DEL RAY learn fundamentals of video production and work November 2018. LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER please contact [email protected]. Where: ARTISANS GALLERY together to create short films about topics of their Sep. 18. 11:30 – 1:30 P.M. Attend a hands-on Wheaton Georgia Ave & Veirs Mill Rd, Wheaton, Through Sep. 2. The “Ancestry” exhibit show- choosing...and earn SSL hours! This program starts GUIDED HIKE UNDERGROUND RAIL- workshop/wig demonstration for the unique skin MD 20902. cases the strength of Del Ray Artisans community, January 24th and classes are held from 3:30 to 5:30 ROAD EXPERIENCE TRAIL care needs women undergoing chemotherapy or ra- namely our cultural diversity. Together, the “Ances- pm. Must be a high school student. Registration is (April – November | Saturdays 10 am (July & diation treatments face. Held at Hope Connections 2018 MARINES HELPING HEROES 5K try” exhibit highlights how the diverse, vibrant cul- required at bit.ly/mocovideoclass. For more infor- August 9:30 am) | 1st Sunday of month 10 am for Cancer Support, 8401 Corporate Drive, Suite CHALLENGE tures of our members come together to form one mation, please call the Gandhi Brigade at 301-592- https://www.montgomeryparks.org/parks-and- 100, Landover, MD. RSVP at 240-714-4744. Sep. 30. 7:30 P.M. Presented by Live! Casino- strong community, just like our country’s motto—E 1900. Visit www.gandhibrigade.org for more infor- trails/woodlawn-manor-cultural-park/underground- Hotel, the Anne Arundel County Detachment 1049 Pluribus Unum, or “Out of Many, One”. Opening: mation. Where: Marilyn J. Praisner Library, 14910 railroad-experience-trail-hikes /Call 301-563-7519. CULTURALLY INCLUSIVE MULTIMEDIA of the Marine Corps League will conduct its 3rd An- Friday, August 3, 7-9pm. Exhibit at Del Ray Arti- Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring. $8 fee (7 and up). ART EXHIBIT nual Marines Helping Heroes 5K Challenge on Sep- sans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexan- Sep. 21. 10:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M. and Sep. 22. tember 30 at 7:00 AM at Arundel Mills. Proceeds dria. Details: www.DelRayArtisans.org/event/ances- CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS 10:00 A.M. – 2:0 P.M. Living Independently for from the event will benefit the detachment’s local try/ Hope Connections offers weekly groups for peo- Everyone, Inc. (L.I.F.E., Inc.) invites local artists military and veteran charitable causes. For addition- ple with all types of cancer, caregivers, people with 6Continued on page 17 AUGUST 23, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 17

Continued from page 16 around to practice and improve your game. All lev- els are invited. Ages 6 and up. BETHESDA FARMERS MARKET Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. 7:00 A.M. AFTERNOON GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Some Fun – 4:00 P.M. The Farm Women’s Market is a unique, Tuesdays 1:30 – 3:00 P.M. For anyone grieving intimate, quirky and festive shopping experience in the death of a love one. Registration required at Downtown Bethesda. The Market features great (301) 921-4400. North Bethesda United Methodist food, drink and music with artisans, crafts and bou- Church, 10100 Old Georgetown Rd., Bethesda, MD tique businesses from around the Mid-Atlantic re- 20814. gion. Local vineyards and breweries provide tast- ings and food trucks offer a quick meal. We are a SALSA NIGHT ten-minute walk south on Wisconsin Ave from the Tuesdays 7:30 – 12:30 P.M. Come to the Bark- Bethesda Metro Station at the intersection of ing Dog every Tuesday night for their sizzling Salsa Bethesda Ave. and Wisconsin Ave. Open Wednes- Night. Take lessons with salsa instructor Michelle days, Fridays, and Saturdays 7:00am-4:00pm. Our Reyes from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. for only $10. Learn historic Market Building (circa 1932) is open year- to shake those hips, and then show off your new round (Jan – Dec). skills to the music of a live salsa band during the open dance after class. Visit salsawild.com or call THE WIDOWED PERSONS SERVICE OF (301) 654-0022 for more information. 4723 Elm MONTGOMERY COUNTY St., Bethesda, MD 20814. Weekly support groups for newly widowed per- sons at three locations: at Margaret Schweinhaut LOSS OF A CHILD SUPPORT GROUP Center 1000 Forest Glen Rd. Silver Spring on Mon- Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 P.M. For parents griev- days, at Holiday park Senior Center, 3950 Ferrara ing the death of a child of any age. Registration re- Drive, Wheaton, on Thursdays and at Jane Lawton quired at (301) 921-4400. Montgomery Hospice, (Leland) Center, 4301 Willow Lane, Chevy Chase 1355 Piccard Dr., Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850. on Thursdays. These support groups are open, free of charge, to all widowed persons who have suf- PRESCHOOL STORYTIME (AGES 3-5) fered a loss within the past two years. Those prefer- Wednesdays. 10:30 A.M. Join us for stories, ring an evening group are encouraged to call the songs, rhymes, stretches and flannel board stories. WPS office. The groups are facilitated by trained Where: Marilyn J. Praisner Library, 14910 Old Co- volunteers. For more information or to register, lumbia Pike, Silver Spring. please call: 301-949-7398 to register. The Widowed Persons Service is a non-profit volunteer organiza- CORPORATE BARTENDING FOR CHARI- tion sponsored by AARP, the Montgomery County TY Mental Health Association, and other community Wednesdays 4:00 – 7:00 P.M. Send your CEO or organizations. VP to Tommy Joe's to bartend for charity! Can't bar- tend? No problem, the on-staff bartenders are there FOX HILL WEEKLY OPEN HOUSE to help for a good cause (no experience necessary). Wednesdays, 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. The public is in- Represent your company during happy hour, and a vited every Wednesday for refreshments and tours at portion of the proceeds will go to the charity of your Fox Hill Retirement Community in Bethesda. A free choice. Maybe you can even pull off some flair be- to the public open house will be held on a weekly hind the bar and make Tom Cruise proud. Visit tom- basis. Visitors are welcome to see the one, two and myjoes.com or call (301) 654-3801 for more infor- three-bedroom model condominiums with a wide mation. 4714 Montgomery Ln., Bethesda, MD range of floorplans offered in a maintenance-free, 20814. cosmopolitan environment. Reservations for the Open House events can be made at foxhillresi- EVENING GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP dences.com/rsvp or at 301-968-1850; walk-ins are Thursdays 6:30 – 8:00 P.M. For anyone grieving welcome as well. Fox Hill is located at 8300 Bur- the death of a loved one. Registration required at dette Road, Bethesda, MD; 20817. For more infor- (301) 921-4400. Hughes United Methodist Church, mation, call Julie Sabag at 301-968-1850 or visit 10700 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20918. www.foxhillresidences.com.

ONE-ON-ONE FRIDAY FUN Compiled by Tazeen Ahmad Fridays. 9:00 – 10:00 A.M. Christ Episcopal School welcomes you and your 1-year-old to our One-on-One Friday Fun. Our monthly playgroups are the perfect way for your child to have a first school experience in a warm, toddler friendly setting while you meet other parents. Children will explore, learn and socialize in a calm, nurturing classroom The Montgomery community with our Preschool faculty. Activities County Sentinel include playtime, snack time and an art project. All regrets to inform sessions take place on Fridays in the Preschool organizations that only House from 9:00-10:00am. There is NO COST, but space is limited. Contact Janet Gerber (301-424- Montgomery County 8702 or [email protected]) for more infor- groups or events located mation. within the county will be VISARTS COCKTAILS AND CANVAS published on a space- CLASS available basis. Canvas Class in the VisArts Painting and Draw- ing Studio. 155 Gibbs Street, Rockville. Price $40. Send news of your Visit www.visartsatrockville.org/cocktails-and-can- group’s event AT LEAST vas for more information. two weeks in advance to:

SENIOR FIT The Montgomery County Sentinel Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:15 A.M. & 2:15 22 W Jefferson St. Suite 309 P.M. This 45-minute, multi-component exercise Rockville, MD. 20850 program is for people age 55+. Ongoing classes are offered at 23 locations in partnership with Kaiser or email Permanente. Call 301-754-8800 to request a physi- cian's consent form to register and for a class sched- mc- ule. Where: Holy Cross Hospital Senior Source, [email protected] 8580 Second Avenue, Silver Spring. For more infor- or call 301.838.0788 mation call 301-754-8800. Cost: Free.

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Call 301-317-1946 AUGUST 23, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 21 NEWS The Civil War battle over Confederate statues continues in Maryland the county council approved it after A Painful History Hunter was digging into the lost his- house lawn. Some residents believe By TERI WEST and KIRSTYN months of debate and stipulated it tory, and Lowery knew one of the 18 its position sends a message of hate FLOOD could not exceed the height of the Before the Civil War, Talbot was probably an ancestor of hers. to those seeking justice and inaccu- Capital News Service Confederate statue it parallels. County had the tenth largest slave When she learned she was correct, rately portrays the Confederacy as Communities with Confederate population in the state. People from she was dumbfounded that her family the winner of the Civil War. EASTON, Maryland -- When statues across the country are reck- Africa and the Caribbean were had never told her about her heritage. Richard Potter, an Easton native residents here describe their town, oning with relics commemorating brought into the deepwater port at “I was 48 years old and it was and president of the NAACP, led the they describe a paradise. There’s no the Civil War. In Charlottesville last Oxford, operated by founding father the first time I’d ever heard that sto- organization’s efforts in 2015 to re- crime and everyone—black and year, such a statue became the gath- Robert Morris, according to local ry,” Lowery said. “I could not under- move the Talbot Boys statue from the white—gets along in neighborhoods ering point for a white nationalist and historian Bernard Demczuk. They stand why.” lawn. The members submitted rec- just a few miles from the banks of the Nazi rally that erupted into violence were then distributed on both sides of County council member Dirck ommendations to the county council, Eastern Shore’s Tred Avon River in and left one anti-protester dead. Bal- the Tred Avon River using a ferry Bartlett similarly did not know he had which included relocating the statue Talbot County. timore authorities removed four now considered the longest running a connection to Unionville until five to a museum and replacing it with a Those waters, however, once Confederate monuments overnight private ferry in the country. years ago. statue that honors both sides of the led to one of the most prominent in their city just a few days later. There were 3,725 slaves and Now he treasures a thick, buck- Civil War. slave ports in the country. Talbot People in Easton are grappling 2,964 free blacks living in the county led family photo album with a por- The courthouse is a place where County profited off of the human with how their histories are honored by 1860. Slaves were sold at an open trait of Ezekiel Cowgill, the quaker Americans go to seek a fair and just cargo the ships carried, condemning as a handful of activist residents are market where the county courthouse abolitionist who leased the land in trial, according to the Sixth Amend- slaves to labor that sustained thriving forcing the town to confront its past. now stands. Unionville to the soldiers for one dol- ment of the U.S. Constitution—yet, agriculture and seafood industries. When war broke out, brothers in lar per month. Bartlett said he found on one side of its lawn stands “a stat- With the Civil War came the op- Talbot Boys the county found themselves fighting the family relic advertised in a news- ue that honors individuals who were portunity for slaves to gain freedom against each other, though three paper. pro-slavery and wanted to keep us— through military service. Eighteen Although the controversy over times as many fought for the Union Everyone in Easton seems to a particular group of people—op- who fought for the Union then re- Easton’s Talbot Boys statue has sim- as the Confederate cause. have a similar story. Everyone is re- pressed,” Potter said. turned to Easton to found Unionville, mered for only a couple of years, its The Talbot Boys statue was lated to someone, and despite When the county council voted a haven that got them through the vi- story begins 104 years ago. erected 51 years after the war ended decades where the community avoid- against the recommendations, they olence of the later segregationist Jim Joseph B. Seth, a lawyer from during the height of segregationist ed discussing such matters, Easton’s did so in an illegally closed meeting, Crowera. Easton, wrote a letter to Col. David Jim Crow period. current generation finds deep value in a move that prompted the NAACP to Throughout the 20th century, G. McIntosh of Towson in 1914, “You had this climate in 1913, preserving such memories. partner with the ACLU of Maryland black and white communities in Eas- asking McIntosh to help him secure a 14, 15 of the highest office in the In the basement of an antique to fight the council’s violation of the ton developed into the largely mid- monument with the names of the 84 land saying it’s good to attack black shop, the Talbot County Historical Open Meetings Act. The council vot- dle-class households they are today, Confederate soldiers from Talbot people, it’s the American way,” said Society manages a vault to preserve ed again in public, and the decision but as parallel, segregated worlds. County. Demczuk. “That’s why the statue items families have donated. Every- was the same—no. Lines started to blur once segrega- “We had more men from this was put up.” thing from dollhouses to old dresses For the more conciliatory voic- tion ended. But as much as Easton County to gain positions of high dis- During that same era, there were are now becoming artifacts. es, including Bartlett, a workaround and its neighbor Unionville may tinction than there were from any several lynchings on the Eastern This is one reason why remov- solution came in 2011 when the want to move past the deeply un- other County in the Country, either Shore, Demczuk said. Black resi- ing an artifact with 84 Confederate county council allowed the Frederick equal relationships that etched their North or South,” he wrote. dents, such as those in Unionville names feels wrong to people like Douglass Honor Society to erect a past, they can never quite escape When Easton erected the monu- five miles away, knew not to wander Bartlett. statue of Douglass. The statues stand them. ment in July of 1914, Seth realized far from home. “As bad of a cause as that was, 51 feet apart, on either side of the “You have people here who may his mission was incomplete. He ex- “That community was self-sus- they were still just soldiers from fam- walkway leading up to the court- be descendants of folk who held oth- pressed to McIntosh his interest in taining and it was insular and it had ilies in this area and the families de- house doors, both depicting life in ers in bondage and the descendants placing a unique statue on top of the to be,” Demczuk, who wrote a dis- cided to honor them with a statue,” 1800s Easton, when Confederates of the people who were held in monument, unlike the common stat- sertation on Unionville, said. “They he said. “I just didn’t think it was my and those who supported the Union bondage,” said Rev. Nancy Dennis ues of soldiers throughout the coun- had to grow their own food, they had place to tear [it] down.” lived as neighbors. of St. Stephen’s AME Church in try. to have their own school system, Imposing any edits to Easton’s Bartlett voted against the Unionville. “They work together, “It is my desire to get away from they had to have their own midwives, physical history feels radical for NAACP’s recommendations be- they engage in business transactions the conventional soldier figure which they had to have their own health many white residents, even though cause he believed the Talbot Boys together, they socialize together, they is found on all of the monuments care and child care because they the statue’s origin can be easily and Douglass statues complement help each other when there’s crisis.” North and South, and to get an alle- couldn’t go to the white schools. traced back to the violence of Jim one another by accurately depicting This proximity is one reason gorical figure representing youth and They were confined. Racism and Jim Crow which followed post-Civil War the county’s history with the Confed- why a recent but unresolved debate courage,” he wrote. Crow and the [Ku Klux] Klan con- Reconstruction. Many black resi- eracy and Douglass’ triumph over about taking down Easton’s Confed- The county dedicated the Talbot fined them into this community.” dents who recognize that history slavery. erate statue has been so delicate. Boys statue on June 5, 1916, an im- don’t want to relive the trials that “The NAACP didn’t see it that Soldiers who sacrificed their age of a boy soldier standing at at- Memories and Photo Albums came with taking a stand against way and that took me by surprise,” lives to ensure that African American tention holding a Confederate flag their oppressors. he said. “I thought that having both slaves would never be free are glori- that drapes over his left shoulder. Al- Harriette Lowery grew up in That’s where the issue of main- the statues was actually a good thing fied in a bronze statue on the court- though some Easton residents say Easton but visited her grandparents in taining the peace finds its way back because it showed the progression of house lawn. Five miles away in they either ignore the statue or knew Unionville every Sunday for dinner. into Easton’s dialogue. Doing noth- history, and having torn down the Unionville, the graves of 18 of their nothing about it as children, their Her family migrated to Baltimore ing is the most peaceful option both Talbot Boys statue, no one would military opponents, born into slav- tune changed three years ago when when she was 14, but, like many Eas- for those who appreciate the statue ever know that there were Southern ery, are buried behind a church concerned residents notified the lo- ton residents, she said she was later and those who find it offensive. Sympathizers in Easton.” where their descendants worship cal NAACP chapter of their opposi- drawn back to the small town’s But more insistent voices are ea- Although the Douglass statue is every Sunday. tion to Talbot Boys after feeling peacefulness. ger to push for change. When they viewed as a peaceful solution, it Around the bend from the alarmed by the shooting of nine What she didn’t know was that do, many of even the most non-con- doesn’t tell the story of the other side church graveyard is Wye House black members of Emanuel AME her great great grandfather, Benjamin frontational residents find them- of the Civil War—the Union side, ac- Plantation, which was the largest Church in Charleston, South Caroli- Demby, had been drawn back to the selves falling on one side or the oth- cording to Potter. plantation on the Eastern Shore and na by white supremacist Dylann county decades earlier as well after er. “[The NAACP] won’t be fin- where Frederick Douglass was en- Roof. serving in the United States Colored ished until that statue is removed and slaved. The original structure looms The NAACP then requested the Troops. Controversy we have a monument up there that and a descendant of Douglass’ owner statue’s removal and a countywide It was at a ceremony in 1998 that depicts the entire truth about the Civ- still lives there. Though a statue of debate over which side of the town’s Lowery said she first heard the story Easton’s Talbot Boys statue il War, as it relates to Talbot County,” Douglass was erected in front of the history to honor ensued. of the 18 soldiers. Brig. Gen. Albert stands on the Talbot County Court- he said. courthouse to honor the abolitionist,

A Growing Business Is A Beautiful Thing • Put Your Ad In The Sentinel August 23, 2018 The Montgomery County Sentinel 21 Terps announce plans to honor Jordan McNair McNair’s alma mater, McDonogh Sept. 1 at FedEx Field and the home parted ways with the university after By Brandy L. Simms @bls1969 School in Owings Mills. “But we opener against Temple on Sept. 15. reaching a cash settlement. plan to have his legacy live on forev- No member of the Maryland A recent ESPN report last week The student-athletes from the er. We plan to never forget. This sea- football team will be permitted to cited a “toxic culture” within the University of Maryland football son, Jordan’s spirit will live within wear McNair’s No. 79 jersey through Maryland football program. team on Monday announced their each and every one of us. Every play his graduation year and he will be The situation at the University plans to honor fallen teammate Jor- we make, every snap we take, will be honored with his class on senior day of Maryland has sparked public de- dan McNair. in Jordan’s honor.” in 2020. bate across the country and the inde- As players lined up in an end The student-athletes have dedi- Members of the team will wear pendent review surrounding the cir- zone at Cole Field House, Maryland cated the 2018 season to McNair’s a helmet sticker to recognize McNair cumstances of McNair’s death is on- interim head coach Matt Canada and memory and chosen the following throughout the season. going. two student-athletes stepped to the initiatives: “Jordan was one of the best “I think it’s very sad that a forefront. A scholarship for a Maryland friends, teammates and roommates young athlete had to lose his life do- Ellis McKennie, a junior offen- football student-athlete will be anyone can ask for,” said Johnny Jor- ing something he loved,” said Irvin sive lineman, and Johnny Jordan, a named after his memory. dan. “He was a gentle giant, and we, COURTESY PHOTO Smith, a former University of Mary- sophomore offensive lineman, The offensive line room in the as a team, will continue to carry on Jordan McNair land defensive back who played at thanked the community for their sup- newly-renovated Cole Field House his legacy through this season and far Poolesville High School in the early port of the Maryland football team will be named after him. beyond.” Maryland President Wallace Loh and 1980s. “I hope that this can be a and outlined the details of how they McNair’s locker in the Gossett McNair, a 19-year-old offensive Athletic Director Damon Evans ac- learning moment for all colleges and plan to honor McNair during the Football Team House will be en- lineman, died on June 13 after being cepted responsibility for McNair’s university athletic sports programs. 2018 campaign. cased in glass with a gameday set-up hospitalized following a workout on death. Also all staff including coaches “The moment that we stop say- displaying his jersey inside. May 29. The cause of death was Maryland head coach DJ should know the signs and symptoms ing his name, the moment we begin There will be a moment of si- ruled as heatstroke. Durkin was placed on paid adminis- of heat exhaustion and stroke. I hope to forget, his legacy will begin to lence in his honor observed before During a news conference on trative leave and Terrapins strength the people responsible are held ac- fade,” said McKennie, who attended the season opener against Texas on campus last week, University of and conditioning coach Rick Court countable.”

Redskins bolster runningback position by signing free agent Adrian Peterson Thompson. Peterson played for the Arizona seasons (2004-2006). By Brandy L. Simms @bls1969 “We’ve been going to practice Cardinals last year after opening the Peterson’s signing reunites the the last few days with only three run- regular season on the New Orleans former Oklahoma Sooner with his The Washington Redskins ning backs and one of them is Chris Saints roster. He finished the season college teammate and Redskins of- signed free agent running back Adri- [Thompson], and Chris probably with 529 yards rushing on 156 at- fensive lineman Trent Williams. an Peterson on Monday. won’t play a whole lot in the presea- tempts and scored two touchdowns. Peterson and Williams train to- Peterson, 33, adds depth to a son,” said Redskins head coach Jay “You know like I told coach, gether in the offseason but haven’t Redskins backfield that has been de- Gruden. “We need to get some peo- whatever you ask of me I am going to played on the same team since the pleted by injuries. Rookie running ple in here and Adrian was available, do,” said Peterson. “The things that 2006 campaign. Peterson looks for- back Derrius Guice suffered a torn came to work out, looked in great I’ve been doing for the past two ward to joining the Redskins’ storied ACL in the first preseason game and shape and signed him and De’Veon years, of course, being in New Or- franchise. has been ruled out for the season. Smith.” leans last year and finishing off in “I’ve always been a fan of the “I think it’s a great opportunity Peterson is a 12-year NFL veter- Arizona, is just being a great team- offensive line,” said Peterson. “Trent to come in and, you know, help with an who has amassed 12,276 rushing mate. You know, I’ve got a lot of Williams is a good friend of mine. what I see as a great offense,” said yards on 2,574 attempts and scored knowledge. [I’ve] been around for a We have a business together in Texas Peterson. “You know, a young of- COURTESY PHOTO 99 touchdowns. He has also been se- long time so helping these young Adrian Peterson and I’ve always talked about playing fense and defense as well.” lected to seven Pro Bowls and was guys and not just the running backs behind a good offensive line. I know Peterson joins a Redskins back- named the NFL MVP in 2012. but guys at different positions as 4,041 yards on 748 attempts and my last couple years – I kind of field that features Alex Smith as During the 2012 campaign, Pe- well. You can lead by example and scored 41 touchdowns. He was struggled in that department, but quarterback and a stable of running terson rushed for a single season ca- vocally and I try to do both.” named an AP first team All-Ameri- great head coach, obviously a top- backs including Rob Kelley, Samaje reer high of 2,097 yards on 348 car- During his collegiate career at can in 2004 and earned All Big 12 notch organization, so it made Perine, Byron Marshall and Chris ries and scored 12 touchdowns. Oklahoma, Peterson rushed for first team honors for three straight sense.” Don’t miss a beat... Check out www.thesentinel.com for your county news and sports as it happens! 22 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL AUGUST 23, 2018 SPORTS Kerr returns to Quince Orchard for football camp munity and featured guest appear- my grind and I watched their grind to play in an NFL regular season sarcoidosis, a condition that affects By Brandy L. Simms @bls1969 ances from some of Kerr’s former and it’s all reciprocated so that’s all game. the lungs and lymph nodes. high school and college teammates I really wanted.” The Gaithersburg product en- “I’m the national spokesperson Zach Kerr returns to his home at the University of Maryland. George, a former standout run- ters his second season in Denver af- for the Foundation for Sarcoidosis state on Friday when the Denver NFL wide receiver Torrey ning back at Quince Orchard who ter making his NFL debut with the Research (FSR),” said Kerr. “My Broncos tackle the Washington Smith, who played with Kerr at played collegiately at Morgan Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted mom was diagnosed with the dis- Redskins in a preseason game at Maryland, made a cameo appear- State, was eager to link up with free agent in 2014 following a col- ease 15 years ago and so I figured, FedEx Field. ance at the camp along with former Kerr and friends at the Cougar lege career that began at Maryland I’m like – well, what can I do to use Kerr, a former Quince Orchard Terrapin defensive lineman Andre Dome. and ended at Delaware. my platform to help raise awareness High School standout, hosted a Monroe and a host of Quince Or- “These guys,” said George, Ironically, Kerr played his first and get eyes towards it and get peo- camp at the Cougar Dome last chard football alumni including “they took it to the next level.” NFL regular season game against ple working towards a cure, and month. Darnell Leslie, Travis Hawkins, Kerr said about 100 kids at- the Broncos and registered a tackle. that’s pretty much what I wanted to Kerr has become a hero in the Adam McLean, Doc Bonner and tended the camp this summer and During his rookie campaign do and it’s taken off. We got a lot of Quince Orchard community and Cameron George. he’s hopeful he can host it again with the Colts, Kerr played in 12 things going.” loves to give back to the local “A lot of guys that played at next year. games and registered 16 tackles and Kerr has partnered with the youth. QO and played at Maryland with “If it’s something that he wants three sacks. The following year he “No Line No Shine” organization to “I played my first football me and that’s really what I wanted,” to continue to do then we’ll do it,” made 29 tackles in 12 games and to- produce “Zach Kerr Sacking Sar- game on this field,” Kerr said in said Kerr. “I didn’t really care for said Quince Orchard head coach taled 19 tackles, 2.5 sacks and a coidosis” T-shirts, hoodies and early July, “so to be able to hold a too many household names or big John Kelley. fumble recovery during the 2016 sweaters with all proceeds going to camp here for the kids for free NFL name guys. I want the guys Kerr, who helped lead Quince campaign. sarcoidosis research. means the world to me.” that went through the same thing I Orchard to a Maryland 4A state Kerr has also used his voice as “I just want to use my platform “Zach Kerr’s Stars of Tomor- went through when I was there. championship in 2007, became the a prominent NFL player to help his to give back any way possible,” row Camp” was a big hit in the com- They were there with me to watch school’s first former student-athlete mother, Tinya, who suffers from said Kerr. Rockville High School to honor Brian Howard As a high school senior, ed. thing. I had to give up something.” Black. Jimmy Black couldn’t deal By Brandy L. Simms @bls1969 Howard guided the Rams’ football During his tenure at Rockville Howard’s skills on the base- with me.” team to a 9-1 record on the grid- High, Howard guided the boys ball diamond were also superior, What about guarding Jordan? Brian Howard will forever be iron. He passed for more than basketball program to a pair of the pitcher and shortstop drew the “He stuck his tongue out and linked with excellence in Mont- 2,000 yards and 21 touchdowns state championship game appear- attention of major league scouts. said ‘guard me,’” Howard ex- gomery County athletics. during his career and stamped his ances at Cole Field House. However, when it came time plained, “I said, ‘[man] I’m from The Lincoln Park native was a name amongst the county’s great Although the 5-foot-10 guard to choose a sport to compete at the D.C.’” three-sport standout at Rockville signal-callers. was selected to participate in the next level, Howard picked basket- Howard is among a group of High School back in the late 1970s “I never wanted to play quar- prestigious Capital Classic All- ball over football and baseball. nine individuals that will be in- to early 1980s. terback,” recalled Howard. “I Star Game, Howard could not ac- Bobby Cremins recruited ducted into the inaugural “Brian Howard was one of the wanted to go and play cornerback cept the invitation. Howard to play on the hardwood Rockville High School Athletics most gifted athletes I ever saw,” like my brother played at “I couldn’t play in the Capital at Georgia Tech. Hall of Fame in October. said Rick Gross, an Albert Ein- Rockville High School.” Classic because my baseball eligi- “I got a chance to play with In addition to Howard, the stein High School graduate who Howard looked up to his bility would have been gone,” ex- Brook Steppe,” Howard said school will also enshrine former played junior varsity athletics brother, Kent, who competed on plained Howard, “so Lorenzo Gill about the 17th overall pick in the student-athletes Larry Hurd Sr., when Howard was on the varsity the school’s baseball and football from Blair, he took my place.” 1982 NBA Draft. “Brook Steppe Audra Poulin, Debbie Shockley, at Rockville. “He could do what- teams. Howard lucked out on an op- was the baddest joker I played Andy Stroud and Gene Thomas ever he wanted on the field.” Howard also idolized another portunity to play against Michael with.” along with coaches Jim Connor, Jonathan Grant, who attended African-American quarterback, Jordan in the 1981 Capital Classic Howard recalled playing Tom Manuel and Larry Nuzzaci. Mount Calvary Baptist Church Ellsworth “Tookey” Turner, who but would see the future North against North Carolina’s Jimmy Howard, who currently re- with Howard, described the made a name for himself at Carolina Tar Heel in the Atlantic Black and Jordan when Georgia sides in Georgia, looks forward to Maplewood product as unique. Gaithersburg High School and lat- Coast Conference. Tech faced off against the Tar the upcoming induction ceremony “He was prolific,” said Grant, er became a legendary player at “I would not have been able Heels. and reunion. who played football and basket- North Carolina A&T. to play baseball my senior year if I “My brother and my cousin “I’m very gracious,” said ball at Rockville in the late 1980s. “He was the baddest joker had played in the Capital Classic,” came down to that game,” recalled Howard. “I’m honored. I’m gra- “He was a game changer.” I’ve ever seen,” Howard recount- said Howard. “Baseball was my Howard. “I was guarding Jimmy cious to be in the first class.” AUGUST 23, 2018 THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENTINEL 23 SPORTS Spirit loses game and coach Lavelle has been out with an injury for nearly the whole of the season The and Pugh had an injury that kept her off the pitch for at least eight match- Corner Kick es. That still does not explain their by inability to score as well while play- ing for the Spirit. David Wolfe Three days after the dismal loss to the Dash, Washington Spirit man- agement started making changes. Last Saturday the Washington The first salvo from Spirit owner- Spirit has solidified their position at ship announced the immediate ter- second from the bottom in the nine- mination of head coach and general team National Womens Soccer manager Jim Gabarra. Replacing League in a 4-0 loss to the Houston Gabarra as interim head coach will Dash. A Spirit roster loaded with na- be Tom Torres. The position of gen- tional team starters and seasoned eral manager will be covered by veterans who knew how to win team President Chris Hummer. matches, the team never came close Official comments from the to meeting expectations of the fans team’s owner were posted on the at the Houston match, or for that Spirit website. “Jim has put as much matter the season. of his heart and soul into women’s The team who fans believed soccer, this league and this team as had the talent to make the playoffs anyone,” said Spirit owner Bill this season, failed. Over the last 11 Lynch. “He is a great professional matches, the Spirit have scored only with exceptional character and we one goal. Mallory Pugh, a starting can’t thank him enough for his ef- forward on the Spirit roster has forts and wish him the best of luck.” scored six goals playing U.S. Finishing the season with an in- Women's National Soccer Team terim head coach, and carrying a matches in 2018. roster loaded with national team Rose Lavelle, another Spirit starters from multiple countries, starting forward from the Spirit what will the Spirit surprise us with scored a goal this past week for the next? Will there be more termina- USWNT in a friendly against tions? How many of the star players Brazil. Yet for the Spirit she has zero will they retain for the 2019 season? goals and Pugh carries a lonely two There will be more drama be- FILE PHOTO total goals for the Spirit. Granted, fore this year is over. Jim Gabarra. The Bethesda Big Train celebrates its 20th anniversary Brian Dozier and Hunter Renfroe. 2011 team and was named the orga- the Big Train’s 2016 roster, was se- tive, is the Big Train’s longest serv- Adams, a former Montgomery nization’s Most Valuable Player in lected by the Seattle Mariners with ing player. Adams, Bruce’s son, had The County Council member, said he en- 2012. the 14th overall pick in this year’s his No. 40 jersey retired in 2012. joys keeping track of the Big Train Renfroe holds Big Train records MLB Draft. The Big Train’s playing field is Sporting View alumni once they leave the organiza- for home runs, RBIs, total bases and The Big Train offer affordable named after legendary Washington tion and become professional play- slugging percentage. family fun during the summertime Post sportswriter Shirley Povich. by ers. Adams described the Mississip- and the organization has also paid BCC Baseball, founded by Brandy L. Simms “From low A ball up, it’s fun to pi native as the “best pure hitter homage to baseball legends such as Denise Gorham, has also contributed go see them,” said Adams. we’ve ever had.” Jackie Robinson, Hank Greenberg, to the Big Train’s success by giving Although Dozier was the first During his rookie campaign Roberto Clemente and Cal Ripken local youth an opportunity to play The Bethesda Big Train cele- former Big Train player to make an with the Padres, Renfroe hit 26 home Sr. baseball at all levels and learn the brated their 20th anniversary this appearance in a Major League Base- runs and registered 58 RBI in 122 “We’ve provided two decades value of sportsmanship. The connec- year. ball All-Star game, Renfroe is largely games. He currently holds the fran- of championship baseball,” said tion between the two organizations The brainchild of Bruce Adams considered the greatest player to ever chise’s all-time rookie record for Adams. “It’s championship baseball has helped the Big Train flourish and John Ourisman, the Big Train don a Big Train uniform. home runs. at affordable prices right near home.” over the years. compete in the Cal Ripken Colle- Renfroe, who was selected by Charlton Jimerson, John Maine, The games are entertaining for “We are trying to build commu- giate Baseball League and derived its the San Diego Padres with the 13th Steve Schmoll, Dirk Hayhurst, Bob- the fans in attendance; good food and nity through baseball,” said Adams, team name from the nickname of overall pick in the 2013 MLB Draft, by Livingston, Mike Costanzo, great music are among the amenities “so the baseball is great but the build- Hall of Fame pitcher and former played on the Big Train’s roster dur- Michael McKenry, Joe Mantiply, you can find at a Big Train game at ing the community is the real pur- Bethesda resident Walter Johnson. ing the 2011 and 2012 campaigns. Cody Allen, Matt Bowman and Shirley Povich Field. Homer the pose.” Since its inception in 1999, the The Mississippi State product, Brandon Lowe are also among the mascot is a big attraction as well. organization has produced 14 Major who owns several single-season Big Train alumni to play in the major “It’s really good for parents with League Baseball players including franchise records, was the Big leagues. young kids,” said Adams. You can contact Brandy at: blss- Train’s most outstanding hitter on the Logan Gilbert, who played on Hugh Adams, a Bethesda na- [email protected].

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PHOTOS BY GEORGE SMITH From top left, Samir Suhag and Damian DiClaudio go after the ball, while Frederico Potel, top right lines up a shot. Bottom left, both teams chase the ball, and bottom right Sugarland Farm’s Greg Gregorian rides after a shot. Sugarland Farm takes Freedom Cup at Congressional pulled away to claim the trophy and the end of the period. loved it.” dom Cup victory. By Eva Paspalis @EvaPaspalis the victory. Neither team scored again until Alquimi tied the game again be- Sugarland Farms owner Greg The game started with all eight Potel raced his way down the field in fore Sugarland’s Tim Lewis sped Grigorian has been playing polo for POOLESVILLE — The Con- players grouped in the middle of the the third chukka, using his mallet to past Alquimi’s Aman Sharma and 24 years and discovered the sport on gressional Polo Club hosted the fi- field, waiting for the umpire to toss hit the ball along his horse’s feet as scored his first goal of the afternoon a trip to Argentina. He continues to nals of the Freedom Cup Sunday as the ball so that possession could be Alquimi trailed at his heels. Potel to put Sugarland ahead for the final play polo due to the relationships he spectators were treated to a wine determined. After scoring, the teams followed the ball through the goal- time. has forged with players on his team tasting and an exciting match be- would switch sides of the field to en- posts as he put his team back in the An Alquimi penalty in the and even players on opposing tween Sugarland Farm and Alquimi sure that neither team attempted to lead. fourth and final chukka resulted in teams. that ended in Sugarland seizing the score into the same goal posts two Potel, who is from Argentina, another point for Sugarland. Potel “On the field and off the field, Freedom Cup by a score of 5-2. consecutive times. started playing polo when he was 14 capped off his team’s successful day it’s one of the few sports where Sugarland redeemed itself after Sugarland didn’t waste time, years old. During the game against with a final goal before time expired. everybody is friends the minute the losing to Chile in the Rain and Mud scoring almost immediately after the Alquimi, he rode a horse named After the match, the Congres- game is done. We socialize together Cup match two weeks ago. Alquimi whistle that signaled the start of the Guino, who has a special place in his sional Polo Club presented Sugar- the same day; we’re not enemies,” kept the match close up until the first chukka. Alquimi tied the game heart. land with small trophies for each of said Grigorian. “Today we had third chukka when Sugarland, led by at the tail end of the first chukka, “He’s my favorite,” said Potel. the four players and one large tro- good, fast, open polo and that’s the Federico Potel with two goals, right before the bell rang to signal “Playing polo is fun. I’ve always phy that commemorated their Free- most fun.”