Grant to Benefit Community Centreville Immigration Forum Gets $3,000 Research Grant

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FEB 18-24, 2010 “More Than Neighborly” 25 CENTS Newsstand Price Volume XXIV, NO. 7 Grant To Benefit Community Centreville Immigration Forum gets $3,000 research grant.

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Bonnie Hobbs lways promoting unity between residents and immigrants, Alice Foltz

Deb Cobb A has obtained a $3,000

grant from the International Peace /Centre View Research Association Foundation. Foltz leads the Centreville Immi- gration Forum (CIF), and she and Courtesy of Courtesy others will collect data on the Bill Casey in his truck, knocking down snow walls along Springhaven Drive in community’s Hispanic immigrants Chantilly. in hopes of improving the relation- Isabel Almendarez ship between them and the local discusses the upcoming Good Samaritan helps dig residents. census. Have Plow, The effort is an outreach project out residents after snow. of Wellspring United Church of about immigration.” Christ, and its pastor, Al Fuertes, Foltz will head the project, and Will Travel borhood, Bill Casey of Casey’s Automotive helped is a member of this foundation, participants will include Connie dig us out. In the process, he helped an Army which favors nonviolent conflict Rojas — day-laborer coordinator By Bonnie Hobbs officer’s wife, a family whose grandpa needs di- resolution. Accordingly, it’s hoped and contact with the Hispanic Centre View alysis and several employers and workers who had that this project can reduce the community, student volunteers lost productive time during the big storms.” tension and heightened, commu- from GMU and other local resi- fter 28 inches of snow blanketed the area, Calling Casey “one of the good guys,” Smith said nity concerns about the growth of dents. Training will be provided, AFeb. 5-6, trapping multitudes of residents he helped out after both storms. Smith’s commu- Centreville’s day-laborer popula- and those interested in helping on their streets, they needed a “knight in nity has 72 homes, and VDOT plowed Stringfellow tion. gather the data may contact Foltz shining armor” — or, even better, a man with a Road and the neighborhood’s access road, “We want to find out more about at [email protected]. plow — to come to their rescue. And for many, Worthington Woods Way. But it didn’t clear the the immigrants in the Sully Dis- “We want to know what the im- Centreville’s Bill Casey was just that man. individual streets. trict,” said Foltz. “We hope to col- migrants’ experience in the com- “There are real people and stories behind the His street has 15 homes, and Casey knew some lect stories and viewpoints from munity is and how the residents snowdrifts,” said Mike Smith of the Fair Lakes of its residents from church (St. Timothy). “His both immigrants and non-immi- Chase community in Centreville. “In our neigh- See Good, Page 5 grants and learn how they feel See Forum, Page 2 Van Valkenburg Participates in Olympic Torch Relay

ciation, plus McDonald’s relation- “It was the luck of the draw, but I on a treadmill, so he just contin- McDonald’s franchisee wins honor. ship with Coca Cola. was honored,” he said. “It was a ued. “You could walk, jog or run Both Coca-Cola and RBC, a Ca- once-in-a-lifetime experience.” in the relay,” he said. “So I told By Bonnie Hobbs street, waving banners and cheer- nadian bank, sponsored the relay. He didn’t do anything out-of- them I’d jog.” Centre View ing everyone along. And when we “Coca-Cola is one of McDonald’s the-ordinary to prepare for the stopped, they crowded around and major vendors and we’re Coca- event. But he exercises regularly See McDonald’s, Page 4 he 2010 Winter Olympics shook our hands. They were just Cola’s biggest customer,” said Van

are well underway in the nicest people.” Valkenburg. “So Coca-Cola invited

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“It was a lot of fun, and hum- Fairfax and Fair Lakes. And the 2009 in Orlando, Fla. There, Coca- Postage U.S. bling,” he said. “There were a lot opportunity to carry the torch Cola put the attendees’ names in STD PRSRT of people on each side of the came about because of that asso- a hat and drew Van Valkenburg’s. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ February 18-24, 2010 ❖ 1 “I consider service the main product, and News my fee the byproduct, of a job well done. I believe that you have the right to hear the truth about your transaction, instead of Forum Gets $3,000 Research Grant pure sales talk. I contend that the proper From Page 1 U.S. government to gather com- role of a real estate professional is plete and accurate data about its to disclose, advise and educate, not here feel about them,” she said. immigrant population. merely persuade.” “We also want to collect hard data “We need to know where the regarding the types of jobs immi- Photo by people are, who they are and how For more information on our team grants here have and the busi- many there are,” she said. “Gov- approach, please visit our Web site at nesses they work for, so we’ll have ernment funding for things we do

www.seln4u.com. We think you will be a little better picture of the immi- Bonnie Hobbs is based on accurate census num- impressed. grants’ contributions in this part bers, so this is very important. of Fairfax County.” We’re partnering with trusted leaders in the community to help VOLUNTEERS WILL also try to us get the word out. We keep all

ascertain how many immigrants /Centre View personal information confidential CERTIFIED Experience… DISTRESSED are in Centreville and Chantilly; for 72 years. We only publish gen- PROPERTY the Difference! EXPERT© the cost to provide local services eral statistical data, so it’s safe and — schools, health care, public secure.” See Complete School Information and safety, etc. — to immigrants in the She said surveys will go to ad- VIRTUAL TOUR at www.seln4u.com Sully District; and the reasons why dresses in March and question- the immigrants came to the North- Alice Foltz. naire assistance centers will be set DISCOVER THE DISTINCT ADVANTAGE! ern Virginia suburbs. up from March 19 to April 20 to $899,900 $649,900 It’s a year-long project, and Foltz help filling out job applications help people fill them out. “The VIRGINIA LITTLE hopes to also call on members of and other forms. survey will be in six languages, RUN ROCKY Award-Winning RUN the CIF for help carrying it out. She Low-income residents may re- including Korean and Spanish,” Tipco Model Screened knows they can help make contact ceive health care through the said Almendarez. “In many house- Home! Over 7,000 s.f. of porch. with local immigrants through Community Health Care Network, holds, people are doubling up, so luxury. $300K of Cul-de- venues such as the ESL programs but getting there can pose a prob- they may need extra forms to fill custom features. 4 FP’s. FR w/Soaring 18' ceiling. held in various churches here. lem. “Transportation is a big is- out [at those addresses].” Sumptu-ous mn lvl mstr suite w/access to deck. MBA sac. Side to common area. w/Italian marble floor, bidet & jetted soak tub. Gourmet Gourmet kitchen. Luxury Foltz discussed the grant during sue,” said Foltz. “[My husband] Foltz said it may be difficult to Kit & Brkfst rm. Lower lvl rec rm w/full wet bar, Sony master suite. Workshop. the Jan. 26 CIF meeting. Other Jerry took a fellow with diabetes count Centreville’s immigrant projection center w/surround sound & wine cellar. Prof. Landscaping w/7-zoned irrigation syst & much more! Finished basement with wine topics included medical care, the to the Jennie Schmidt Clinic in population and those who come FX7241725 cellar and more. upcoming census and Grace Min- Herndon.” to Grace Ministries for help. “So For Rent istries. Barb Shaiko, who heads Shaiko said it would help if there part of what’s needed is education $2,300 that program at Centreville United were a way people could sign up to encourage them to participate,” VIRGINIA COMING SOON! RUN Virginia Run Methodist Church, said Grace Min- to be drivers. “Often, low-income she said. Foltz then suggested pro- 3 Finished Winchester Homes Raleigh istries plans to offer employment families try to survive on one car viding some information and, pos- lvls. SF home Model. Cul-de-Sac. development. — if they even have a car,” she sibly, a talk about the upcoming w/4 BR on Gorgeous inside! upper lvl, 2 Funded via a job-training grant said. “And it’s difficult for them if census during the next Grace Min- Full BA & 2 half BA. Nestled on wooded lot. The Fairways from federal stimulus funds avail- they have to go somewhere, such istries at Centreville United Meth- Garage. Walk-out bsmnt, 2-level custom deck. Lovely Cape Cod-style home! able through the county, it would as a doctor’s appointment or hy- odist Church. Gorgeous yard. 2,700 sq.ft. Recent updates! enable people to obtain training pothermia shelter.” “It’s so important that census FX7216350 Open & airy! in fields such as practical nursing workers be able to communicate SOLD IN 2010! and jobs requiring a commercial REGARDING THE CENSUS, with those taking the census sur- driver’s license. However, it was Fairfax census coordinator Isabel vey,” added Almendarez. “We also noted that immigrants need Almendarez said it’s critical for the want everybody to be counted.” State Excellence Award for Centreville High Centreville High has received a number of aca- Centreville High School,” he said. “This award is SOLD in January! SOLD in January! SOLD in January! demic-achievement honors over the years and, con- meaningful to us because it signifies overall excel- $899,900 VIRGINIA RUN $324,900 CENTRE RIDGE $399,900 CHALET WOODS tinuing in that tradition, it’s now been given the Vir- lence in our entire program. The students, teachers Stunning Home! Over 6,000 Pristine, garage TH! 3 4 level home! New carpet & ginia Board of Education’s Excellence Award for and parents are to be commended for an outstand- sq.ft. .85 acre cul de sac lot. finished Levels. paint. 2 car gar. 3 tier deck. Sun room. Gourmet Kit. Skylights 2010. ing job.” SOLD in January! SOLD in February! The award signifies that Centreville has met all Excellence Awards are given through the Virginia $149,900 $499,900 state and federal accountability benchmarks for at Index of Performance (VIP) incentive program, cre- WOODBRIDGE S. ARLINGTON least two consecutive years. It further means that ated by the board in 2007 to advance Kaine’s “Com- Charming all brick 3 BR, 2 BA home. the school has made significant progress toward the petence to Excellence” agenda. This agenda is de- Custom detached cape cod style home. garage. Large, Less than a mile to goals for increased student achievement and ex- signed to encourage advanced learning and achieve- fenced backyard Ballston metro! Minutes to D.C. panded educational opportunities set by former Gov. ment in the commonwealth’s public schools. Tim Kaine and the Board. In July 2009, the board added objectives for high- Call Spencer Today. . .it will be the best move you ever make! Centreville was notified of this honor in January, school graduation to the VIP awards criteria and es- and Principal Mike Campbell said it was accom- tablished more rigorous benchmarks for achievement DON’T SETTLE FOR BUY OR SELL WITH ME— plished by a collaborative effort of everyone involved in the core subject areas of English, math, science LESS THAN THE BEST! USE THIS TRUCK FOR with the school’s academic program. and history/social science. “I am really proud of the accomplishments of — Bonnie Hobbs Spencer FREE! Business Notes Centreville resident and author Amazon.com in February 2010. In ad- named John J. Byrne of Carolyn Gray announces the release dition to writing, Carolyn is also a wife Centreville, as executive vice presi- Long & Foster Realtors of her latest book, Secrets of a Skinny and mother of two sports-crazed sons, dent. Byrne is an original ACAMS Jean Queen, A 7-Step Guide to Help You and makes her home in Centreville. She Advisory Board member and has served Eat & Act Like You Have Some Sense. is a motivational speaker and a life as the board’s Chairman since 2007. We’re .com! The book is a little like Chicken Soup for coach as well. Her latest mission: to Byrne was the Global Regulatory Rela- the Frustrated Dieter’s Soul and is a become a best-selling author. tions Executive for Bank of America, guide to what can help people to reach and, prior to that, was the Director of 703-266-SALE • www.seln4u.com and/or maintain a healthy weight for The Association of Certified Anti- the American Bankers Association’s Cen- life. The book will be available on Money Laundering Specialists has ter for Regulatory Compliance. 2 ❖ Centre View South ❖ February 18-24, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View Editor Steven Mauren News 703-778-9415 or [email protected]

Terry Studt Memorial: Laura Woodruff Family: Kris Burger and New Directions: Aida Reyes and New Directions: Kenneth Hardy Sullivan and Pete Garvey. Chuck Woodruff. Pete Garvey. and Pete Garvey. Mountain View’s Winter Awards Ceremony Photos courtesy of Ken Burton

ountain View MSchool presented department awards and scholarships, Feb. 4, during its Winter Awards Cer- emony. Pictured are the scholarship winners, except for Jordan Smith, who won a Mountain View Scholarship.

Jaeschke Family Jaeschke Family Jaeschke Family ExxonMobil/Berry Merritt Family Memo- Foundation: Foundation: Laura Foundation: Frank Family: Dana rial: Victoire Mutoni Celina Figueroa Sullivan and Rex Ayala and Rex Rodriguez and Pam and Susan Lee. and Rex Jaeschke. Jaeschke. Jaeschke. Berry.

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Jaeschke Family Founda- Mountain View: Neiha Khawar receives tion: Luvia Garcia and Rex Mountain View: Bill Mountain View: An- Parent Community Jiawang Pan and the Jaeschke Family Jaeschke. Barlow and Mike drew Martin and Mike Connection: Elizabeth Michele Ohanian. Foundation and Wade Karpicus. Karpicus. Borden and Susan Jordan Memorial Houde. scholarships.

Siobhan Russell Memorial: Celina Jessica Farthing Memorial: Jane Figueroa (center) with Lynn and and Jesse Farthing with Nuris Kris Hall Memorial: Frank Ayala New Directions: Fatima Hawkins Andy Russell. Guevara (middle). and Sandy Valenzuela. and Pete Garvey. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ February 18-24, 2010 ❖ 3 News Complete Dental Care for the Entire Family McDonald’s Franchisee Wins Honor BRUCE R. HUTCHISON, D.D.S. MICHAEL H. GORMAN, D.D.S. From Page 1 WHITNEY S. JARRELL, D.D.S. The entire relay was 45,000 kilometers, or 27,945 miles. According to Van Valkenburg, the Canadians FAMILY DENTISTRY decided to run all the way around their country so 90 percent of the Canadians would be within 10 14245-P Centreville Sq. miles of where the relay was run so as many people Centreville, VA 20121 as possible could see the torch pass by. “It took 106 days and 12,000 torchbearers to complete that run,” 703-830-9110 he said. “It was the longest torch run of any Olym- www.smilesforcentreville.com pics.” Van Valkenburg participated Dec. 20; his portion was 300 kilometers — about two blocks — in Hamilton, Ontario, about 30 miles south of Toronto. He wore a white uniform, and his red mittens were adorned with Canadian maple leaves. “Everybody had a number and they marked the route on the street,” he said. “They gave me a torch Courtesy of Neva Van Valkenburg with a propane tank and, as each person finished Max Van Valkenburg carries the Olympic their segment, you put the torches together and lit Torch through the streets of Hamilton, the next person’s torch. Afterward, we each got to Canada. keep our torches — minus the propane tanks — as a souvenir, which was great.” His granddaughters were going to fly to Canada to Van Valkenburg said the relay was organized per- see him run, but their flights were cancelled because fectly — “which was monumental, when you think of the huge snowstorm here. So when he returned about how long it was.” He was also impressed by home to Dulles Airport, he changed into his relay seeing, firsthand, what having the Olympics in uniform just for them and they were thrilled. Canada means to the Canadian people. All in all, said Van Valkenburg, “It was a wonderful Although he was only there for that weekend, Van experience. Being a part of such an uplifting event Valkenburg enjoyed himself. “Canada is a happy made me so proud to be associated with Coca-Cola place; the people love their country and think the and McDonald’s. As I reflect on [it], I can only imag- world of it,” he said. “They’re very proud to be host- ine what the Olympic athletes must feel as they par- ing the Olympics.” ticipate in their chosen events.” Roundups South Riding Pediatric Dentistry SHIRLEY F. BETHEL, D.M.D. LeMunyon’s Chantilly. Speaking will be Officer Allison Eggars of Dentistry for Children and Adolescents the Fairfax County Police Department’s Crime Pre- Board Certified Town Hall Meeting vention Unit. 4229 Lafayette Center Dr., Suite 1400 Del. Jim LeMunyon (R-67th) will hold a town hall Chantilly, VA 20151-1201 meeting Sunday, Feb. 21, from 2-3, at the Sully Dis- Sully District Phone 703-378-2000 trict Governmental Center, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd. in Chantilly. Citizens of the 67th district will receive a Council Meeting Fax 703-378-2400 legislative update and may offer their views on any The Sully District Council of Citizens Associations (Participating Provider for Delta Premier, issue related to state public policy. The House of and its Land-Use Committee will meet Wednesday, Delegates will begin consideration of the state bud- Feb. 24, at 7 p.m., in the Sully District Governmental United Concordia and Guardian) get next Monday, Feb. 22, so suggestions from con- Center, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd. in Chantilly. Call Jeff CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS stituents about state budget priorities will be timely. Parnes, evenings, at 703-904-0131. For more information, call 703-264-1432 or e-mail “Easy As A Day [email protected]. Park Authority To Meet At The Beach” The Fairfax County Park Authority will meet Centreville Wednesday, Feb. 24, at 7:30 p.m., in the Herrity Build- ing, 12055 Government Center Parkway, Suite 900 Immigration Forum in Fairfax. Call Judy Pedersen at 703-324-8662. The Centreville Immigration Forum will meet Tues- Cosmetic, Family day, Feb. 23, at 7 p.m., at Centreville Baptist Church, rooms 146-148. (It’s along Route 29, near Pleasant Free Carseat Inspections and Laser Dentistry Valley Road). Among other items, the group will dis- Certified technicians from the Sully District Police cuss its goals and mission — especially as regards a Station will perform free, child safety carseat inspec- Jose Aunon, D.D.S. possible, new opportunity to help the community. tions Thursday, Feb. 25, from 5-8:30 p.m., at the sta- The Rev. Al Fuertes, a professor of Conflict Trans- tion, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd. in Chantilly. No appoint- 6134 Redwood Square Ctr. formation at GMU, will help lead the discussion. For ment is necessary. But residents should install the Suite 202 further details, contact Alice Foltz at 703-830-4194, child safety seats themselves so technicians may prop- Centreville, VA 20121 or at [email protected]. erly inspect and adjust them, as needed. However, because of time constraints, only the first James Moshier, D.M.D. 35 vehicles arriving on each date will be inspected. Learn about That way, inspectors may have enough time to prop- (2483) Internet Safety erly instruct the caregiver on the proper use of the 703-266-BITE child seat. Call 703-814-7000, ext. 5140, to confirm Early A.M. & Evening Appts. Available An Internet Safety Workshop for parents will be dates and times. www.virginialaserdental.com held Wednesday, Feb. 24, at 7:30 p.m., at Greenbriar East Elementary, at 13006 Point Pleasant Drive in

4 ❖ Centre View South ❖ February 18-24, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Good Samaritan Helps Dig Out Residents from Snow From Page 1 son Patrick is in my son Jeremy’s Scout troop, Boy Scout Troop 146, at St. Tim’s,” said Smith. “And years ago, his daughter played soccer with a girl from this neighborhood.” “But Bill didn’t know about the woman whose husband is fighting in Afghanistan or the elderly man who needed dialysis,” continued Smith. “He just knew we’d all need help. We were snowbound after the first storm; we could get our driveways cleared, but couldn’t get the icy snow from our streets.” Courtesy of Deb Cobb He said Casey had been plow- Photo by Elise Forrester Ray Newsome (on left) and Ben Chiswell (back, right), ing in Chantilly’s Poplar Tree area Chantilly Highlands neighbors waiting for Ravenscraig worked together with snow blowers on Malin Court in and decided to help his neighbor- Court to be plowed are (from left) Liz and Denis Meanor, Chantilly’s Armfield Farm community. They cleared a hood, too. So when Smith saw him Greg Brummett, Maureen Nanna and dog Penny visiting driving path, traffic circle, driveways, mailboxes and in his Casey’s Automotive truck, he from Greenstone Way. sidewalks. went out and waved at him and asked if he could plow the cement out.” “Bill saw a guy on Springhaven mail to the community and cop- apron of the Army wife’s home so “I think he’s a good Samaritan,” who had a 3-foot-tall, 6-foot-deep ied him on it to let him know we she could get out. continued Smith. “We tried to give wall of snow between the edge of really appreciated it.” “I don’t know when VDOT him some money and he wouldn’t his driveway and the driving path would have gotten to us,” she said. take it.” So instead, several neigh- on Springhaven,” said Cobb. “So CASEY WROTE BACK and “Without his help, we couldn’t bors plan to go to Casey’s Auto- Bill just drove up and started plow- asked if they needed anything else have gone anywhere; we would motive next time their cars need ing it. He started ramming away and was told that another road, have still been stranded. I’ve lived service. at this huge mass of snow and Clary Sage Drive, was still covered in Virginia all my life, and I’ve clearing it for him.” in snow and ice, imprisoning all never seen so much snow. We were IN ANITA RAO’S case, help get- “We were all stunned,” she said. the residents there. “So he came stuck at least four days.” ting out was essential. “It is ex- “Bill didn’t talk to the man; he just back and made two, passable lanes Rebecca — who requested just tremely vital for our family to have pointed at the wall, told the man for them, which was fantastic,” her first name be used, since her the streets drivable since my 75- to get out of the way and did it. I said Shear. “He was super-nice and husband’s overseas — has two year-old dad is a dialysis patient thought it was incredible, and ev- I was really impressed. He was sons and wanted to buy more gro- Bill Casey of Casey’s Auto- and needs to get to the center,” she erybody here felt pretty good there for hours.” ceries for them. Regarding Casey’s motive in Chantilly. said. “If the streets are not pass- about it. I knew Bill because Casey also did good deeds in actions, she said, “I think it’s hon- able, we are in jeopardy.” Casey’s works on my car — they’re Chantilly Highlands. Ravenscraig orable. When I was growing up in people out there who’d do that. It So, said Rao, “We are extremely such nice people.” Court is just off Kinross Circle. But Southwestern Virginia, my father took his time and gas, and he appreciative to Bill Casey for his Armfield Farm’s Rob Shear also while Kinross and other nearby would do that for other people. He didn’t just do a couple houses — generous assistance coming [here] praised Casey. “Armfield Farm streets got plowed, said resident had a four-wheel drive and would he cleared the entire road and in the snowstorm and helping Drive, where I live, had just one Elise Forrester, “We were the little, help get people out of their neigh- both cul-de-sacs so we could get plow our street. We need more passable lane, and a lot of the forgotten court. We all dug out our borhoods.” to the main road, Northbourne.” people like him in the community circles [off of it] had not been driveways and mailboxes, but In this area, she said, “It’s all Smith said the snow was up to and we very much appreciate his touched at all,” he said. “And there couldn’t get off our street.” about the relationships you build car bumpers in his neighborhood, help.” was a 20-foot strip of snow be- “It was a historic snowstorm, so with people in the community — so Casey’s help was most welcome. Actually, Casey helped in several tween my side of Armfield Drive we didn’t expect anything to hap- whether it’s through schools, “He’s got a four-wheel-drive neighborhoods, including and the plowed lane.” pen quickly,” she continued. “But churches, sports, Scouts or stores pickup truck with a heavy-duty Armfield Farm in Chantilly. Resi- Then came Casey and, said on Monday [Feb. 8], as I was con- you frequent. Those relationships blade on the front,” said Smith. dent Deb Cobb said two neighbors Shear, “He did a number of our templating contacting my allow people to help each other “And after the second storm, [Feb. with snowblowers cleared her circles so the people on the cul- homeowners association about out, when needed.” 9-10], he came back again, with- court off Springhaven Drive, so she de-sacs could get out. I’m presi- plowing our street, up comes a Rebecca said Casey did a great out anyone asking, to check on us walked around, taking photos, and dent of our homeowners associa- truck. I ran outside and it was service and “there aren’t too many and make sure we were plowed saw Casey in his truck. tion, and I thanked him in an e- See Saluting, Page 7 The WFCM Thrift Store Has Doubled Its Size!

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Newspaper of New Housing Blueprint Centreville / Clifton Little Rocky Run A Connection Newspaper Ending homelessness, moving beyond preservation of affordable housing. An independent, locally owned weekly newspaper delivered By Sharon Bulova tions, Fairfax to homes and businesses. County has adopted Blueprint Highlights 1606 King Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314 everal years ago, on a freezing Febru- a strategy for mak- Resolved: End homelessness; provide affordable housing options to those with special ary morning, I rode the VRE into ing sure people in needs; cut the waiting lists for affordable hous- NEWS DEPARTMENT: Washington, D.C. for a Council of Gov- our community ing in half; produce workforce housing to To discuss ideas and concerns, Call: 703-778-9410 S accommodate projected job growth. ernments meeting. 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Fiscal Year 2010 budget and the Board dedi- print sets short and long term goals and can [email protected] Fairfax County has established a “hypother- cated considerable time to discussing housing be used to evaluate our programs. mia program” to shelter homeless individuals issues at our post-budget retreat last June. ADVERTISING: To place an advertisement, call the ad during the cold winter months. The program At the retreat, we agreed that our housing TO VIEW the Housing Blueprint, please visit department between 9 a.m. and is a partnership among county agencies, area programs must emphasize serving those with http://www.e-ffordable.org/. 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. houses of worship and nonprofit organizations. the greatest needs, that affordable housing If you would like more information, or would Display ads 703-778-9410 The hypothermia program has served to crys- represents a spectrum of needs, and that we like to volunteer in efforts to address Classified ads 703-778-9411 Employment ads 703-778-9413 tallize how inadequate our human services can be most effective in accomplishing these homelessness, the County’s Office to End network is for dealing with homelessness. goals by working with Faith Community and Homelessness can be reached by going to Karen Washburn Display Advertising, 703-778-9422 In March 2008, our Board of Supervisors non-profit partners in the community. http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/homeless. [email protected] endorsed a “Housing First” strategy to end The Housing Blueprint is a strategy for ad- Janis Swanson Display Advertising, 703-778-9423 homelessness as we know it. Working with dressing these priorities and represents a new Sharon Bulova is chairman of the Fairfax houses of worship and charitable organiza- direction compared to the previous policy of County Board of Supervisors. Andrea Smith Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 Letter to the Editor [email protected] Barbara Parkinson Employment Advertising todians and no contractor in sight, a Sunday afternoon “snow [work] trailer stairs, and the emergency 703-778-9413 Helpful I looked at the school and thought, party.” exits from the back of the school. [email protected] “There is no chance that this can At about 3 o’clock that same af- As they were working, I saw the Community Editor & Publisher get done.” My second thought was ternoon, I received an email from big Fairfax County Public Schools Mary Kimm To the Editor: that this community can do any- a teacher who lives in the com- plow/dump truck with Bobcat on 703-778-9433 [email protected] On Friday afternoon, with a bro- thing. On Saturday, I put out an munity, saying that a small army its trailer roll through the parking ken snow blower, exhausted cus- electronic request for shovelers for of neighbors had already arrived. lot. They kept rolling, and that let Editor in Chief Steven Mauren Like any efficient army, they me know two things: our commu- Managing Editors brought their own tools and nity had conquered Michael O’Connell, Kemal Kurspahic Photography: heavy equipment. Upon receiv- Snowmeggedon and other schools Robbie Hammer, Louise Krafft, ing my message many people were still in need and not ready Art/Design: Geovani Flores, Laurence Foong, came straight over to the school to open. John Heinly, Wayne Shipp, and worked and worked and All of our three major problems John Smith Production Manager: worked, including some who do were solved by our wonderful Jean Card not even have children in the community. school. 1. We have cleared sidewalks on CIRCULATION: 703-778-9426 Circulation Manager: I am extremely grateful to all which children can get to school Linda Pecquex of the folks who worked each of safely the days, and I will probably 2. We have pathways through CONNECTION NEWSPAPERS, L.L.C. never have a chance to know ex- the huge ice walls to give access Peter Labovitz actly who was here. I do know that to crosswalks and sidewalks President/CEO Mr. Houde (no children still in our 3. Martins Hundred Drive was Mary Kimm school) and Mr. Ramey (has a widened in front of the school to Publisher/Chief Operating Officer 703-778-9433 preschooler) and Mr. Whitton allow for two-way traffic, includ- [email protected] (Brandon in fifth grade and ing buses. Jerry Vernon Madeline in Kindergarten) There should be a huge sense of Executive Vice President brought equipment Saturday and community pride in the way that [email protected] worked long and hard, as did everyone pulled together during Wesley DeBrosse Christopher Martin (three children this snow crisis. This is a wonder- Controller at Virginia Run). ful school within a wonderful and Debbie Funk Swimmingly On Sunday afternoon, more generous community. Thank you National Sales, 703-778-9444 [email protected] Xanadu neighborhood children play in a snow mermaid. people came. They worked on re- for everything! The youths are Sarah (mermaid), Joey (red sweatshirt), moving remaining snow chunks A Connection Newspaper Jordon (standing), and Mitchell (far right). and ice build-up from the side- Terry Hicks, Principal, walks, the paths to the trailers, the Virginia Run Elementary 6 ❖ Centre View South ❖ February 18-24, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Saluting a Good Samaritan From Page 5 years — starting when he was 16. Then, Casey’s Automotive. My husband said, after a big storm hit and he’d plowed for ‘Look, that’s the man who fixed your car.’” 100 hours on four hours of sleep, he de- Neighbors also came out and, as on other cided that was enough. streets, Casey refused offers of money and But he still owns a plow to clear off his refreshments. “He spent 40 minutes plow- business parking lot and his street at home. ing our street — longer than anyone else has “With the storms over the past couple ever done,” said Forrester. “He was very con- weeks, we weren’t open, and I knew lots of siderate and made sure that, when he was people needed help,” he said. “So I just finished, people could still get out of their drove around, would see someone out shov- driveways. He did a really good job.” eling and tell them to stand back.” She said all 20 families on Ravenscraig “I’d get a big kick out of seeing the smile Court were “so grateful that he cared on their face when I did in five minutes what enough to come and rescue our street. We it would have taken them three hours to have a lot of older people, and I worried, do,” continued Casey. “Then they could go Pack 1862 at the checkered flags. what if somebody had a heart attack shov- back inside and keep warm, so it was fun eling an ambulance couldn’t get through.” and rewarding.” Cub Scout Pack 1862 2010 Pinewood Derby Neighbor Alice Zorn agrees. “We tried to Initially, he just cleared driveways and the shovel out our driveways on Sunday [Feb. big, frozen snow walls behind people’s cars. Cub Scout Pack 1862 held its annual Pin- tools. 7] but, with 28 inches of snow, we couldn’t “But when the storm intensified and then ewood Derby on Friday, Jan. 29 at Cub Run Pack 1862 Scouts, siblings, and parents drive our cars over it,” she said. “So when the second storm came and people were Elementary school. The pack provided alike gathered around the track area and we saw a truck with a plow come by, every- totally stuck, I started clearing some of the scouts with their derby car kits in Novem- cheered outcomes as each den of scouts one was so thrilled, we all went out to cheer cul-de-sacs and back roads,” he said. “I ber, and each scout was encouraged to de- undertook races. The Pack 1862 finalists him on.” could have gone out and made money, but sign and build their own car with their with the three fastest cars were Faraan At first, she said, “I didn’t realize it was this is my community. I’ve lived here 21 parent’s help. Chowdhry (3rd place), Elliott Kaplan (2nd somebody doing that on his own — giving years, and I had the opportunity to help so, Unique to this derby was a Pack 1862 first place), and first-place winner John Arpin. up his time to help others. It made us happy great, let me do that.” —the pack invited scout siblings and par- The winners will compete at the Sully Dis- because, [otherwise], there was no way we Altogether, Casey plowed for four days in ents to also build and race their own derby trict Derby on Feb. 20 at St. Timothy School. could have gotten out.” several communities throughout Centreville cars — for the fun of it. Youths and adults Pack 1862 is chartered by the Cub Run PTA and Chantilly. “I kept thinking I was going attended an open garage derby car clinic and welcomes boys in grades 1-5. 1862 CASEY’S AUTOMOTIVE has been in busi- to get home, but then I’d see another neigh- hosted by pack parents Jennifer and Jake scouts live in neighborhoods around Cub ness in Chantilly for 16 years. But before borhood where people were stuck,” he said. Marshak on Jan. 10, where attendees Run, and generally meet as a pack at Cub then, Casey, of Centreville’s Cabell’s Mill “It’s just being a good neighbor. I feel good gained additional building assistance and Run every last Friday of the month. community, did commercial plowing for 25 about it; I’m glad I could help.”

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Town Hall Meeting. 2-3 p.m. Del. Jim ONGOING SATURDAY/FEB. 20 LeMunyon will offer citizens of the 67th New Neighbors League Club of Kids R First Fund-Raiser. 10 a.m. to 5 district the opportunity to receive a Northern Virginia is looking for women p.m. Live auction at 2 p.m. Kids R First legislative update and offer their views who are new to the area, looking to will be the recipient of proceeds of a on issues related to state public policy. reconnect, or just interested in meeting special life auction. Other grand Also, the Virginia House of Delegates new people for fun and friendship. opening activities include: a ribbon will begin consideration of the state at THE BUNGALOW! Attend one of its monthly coffees or (actually wood) cutting ceremony at budget on Feb. 22, and so suggestions Lunch Time, Dinner Time, Party Time, Anytime! luncheons, then join one of a number 10 a.m., furniture repair and from constituents about state budget • Completely Smoke Free • Pool Tables, Games and Darts of clubs such as bridge, couples bridge, maintenance demonstration by co- priorities will be very timely. At the mah jong, gardening, quilting and owner Mark Gatterdam at 1 p.m., art Sully Government Center, Richard WEEKLY SPECIALS 5-8 pm stitching, bible study, bowling, bunco, glass demonstration by craftsman Frank Room, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd., Southern living dining, movie outings, Edwin Moncada at 3 p.m. and a wine Chantilly. Call 703-264-1432, or e- 1/2 PRICE BURGER NIGHT! cards or board games, couples mixers, tasting by Potomac Point Winery mail, Y book club, nursing home sing-a-longs, between noon and 5 p.m. There also [email protected]. and Margarita Specials and many other activities. For more will be door prizes awarded every MONDA information visit hour, live music, refreshments, and an HOT LICKS-WINGS & BBQ RIBS! TUESDAY/FEB. 23 www.newneighborsvirginia.com exhibit of the multi-media artwork of Y 25¢ WINGS / 1/4 Rack Ribs $250 Music Education Program. Offered Ronni Jolles. At the Hardwood Centreville Immigration Forum. 7 through St. John’s Episcopal Church Artisans’ grand opening of its new p.m. At Centreville Baptist Church, TUESDA through the Royal School of Church showroom at 3905-A Fair Ridge Drive Rooms 146-148. Agenda will include STEAMIN’ SEAFOOD Music. Learn to sing, read music and in Fairfax, on Route 50 between West discussion of goals and mission. Dr. Al Y EXTRAVAGANZA music theory. Grades 1-5 meet Ox Road and the Fairfax County Fuertes, pastor and professor of ‘Sea for Yourself’ Buffet! Sundays at 12:15 p.m. for rehearsal Parkway. Visit Conflict Transformation at George WEDNESDA and study; Grades 6-12 meet Sundays www.hardwoodartisans.com or call Mason University, will help lead the at 4:30 p.m. for rehearsal and study. At 800-842-6119. For more on Kids R discussion. Call Immigration Forum 5649 Mt. Gilead Road, Centreville. First, visit www.kidsrfirst.org. convener Alice Foltz, 703-830-4194. Visit www.StJohnsCentreville.org. Call Bird Banding. 1-3:30 p.m. Discover how 703-803-7500. birds are captured, examined, banded and safely released as a part of a park WEDNESDAY/FEB. 24 naturalist wildlife project. Cost is $5. Internet Safety Workshop for FRIDAY/FEB. 19 At E.C. Lawrence Park, 5040 Walney Parents. 7:30 p.m. Presented by Swing Dancing. Jack and Jill Dance off Road, Chantilly. Call 703-631-0013 to Officer Allison Eggars of the Fairfax with King Teddy. Cost is $15. Swing register County Police Dept. Crime Prevention lesson from 8:30-9 p.m.; dancing from Relive 18th Century History. 1-3 p.m. Unit. At Greenbriar East Elementary “Billiards and Brew & Great Food Too” 9 p.m. to midnight. With Sue and Gary View two rooms representing authentic School, 13006 Pt. Pleasant Dr., Fairfax. Caley. At the Hilton Washington Dulles 18th century life. Visit the original Three Convenient Locations Airport Hotel, 13869 Park Center outbuildings and the representative Road, Herndon. slave cabin. At Sully Historic Site. Cost FEB. 25-28 CHANTILLY MANCHESTER LAKES SHIRLINGTON is $6 per adult, $5 per student, $4 per Capital Home and Garden Show. At senior and child. Sully Historic Site is the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly. 13891 Metrotech Dr. 7003-C Manchester Blvd. 2766 S. Arlington Mill Dr. FEB. 19-20 located at 3650 Historic Sully Way in The show offers a selection of home Chantilly, VA 20151 Alexandria, VA 22310 Arlington, VA 22206 Dramapalooza. Friday at 7 p.m. and Chantilly. Call 703-437-1794. improvement-related businesses. Get Saturday at 2 p.m. Centreville High Support Group for CFS, FMS, and ideas, investigate new products, gather (703) 502-3925 (703) 924-8730 (703) 578-0020 presents its festival of student-directed, OI. 2-4 p.m. Monthly meeting for the information and meet the one-act plays. Five one-acts filled with NOVA Chronic Fatigue Syndrome professionals. Cost is $9/online, $12/ Visit our website: www.bungalow4u.com comedy light and dark, romantic and (CFS), Fibromyalgia (FM), and door, $3/children. For tickets, go to Our new concept, The Bungalow AleHouse in Gainesville 571-261-9367 tragic. They are: “The Worker,” Orthostatic Intolerance (OI) Support http://www.capitalhomeshow.com/ Now Open! directed by Andrea Monzon; “Courting Group which also includes those with ME2/Sites/ 101,” directed by Ian Lyons; “Regency MVPS/ Dysautonomia, multiple Romance,” directed by Amanda chemical sensitivity (MCS), IBS, IC, Rathjen; “Sure Thing,” directed by POTS and similar syndromes. FRIDAY/FEB. 26 Annemarie Scerra; and “Trunk,” McDonnell Room, Sully Governmental Swing Dancing. With the Cutaways. directed by Marlo Clingman (and Center, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd., Cost is $15. Swing lesson from 8:30-9 written by CVHS graduate and former Chantilly. No registration required; no p.m.; dancing from 9 p.m. to midnight. WANNA PLAY SOFTBALL? Theatre student Andrew Kaberline.) fee. Contact Elly at 703-968-9818 or With Sue and Gary Caley. At the Hilton Tickets are available at the door and [email protected]. Washington Dulles Airport Hotel, Come join the are $5, general admission. At Visit www.cfsnova.com. 13869 Park Center Road, Herndon. Washington Centreville High School. Mystery Book Sale. At Centreville Regional Library, 14200 St. Germaine metro area’s Drive, Centreville. Call 703-830-2223. SATURDAY/FEB 27 largest and FEB. 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28 Conservation Advocacy Workshop. 1- “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” 5 p.m. Panels on Energy Efficiency and finest adult Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; SUNDAY/FEB. 21 How to Talk about Climate Change, Sundays at 7 p.m. The cast includes: Old-Fashioned American Game Day. followed by hands-on advocacy skills slowpitch and George: Chip Rome; Martha: Wynn 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Get introduced to the training. The first panel will focus on fastpitch Creasy; Honey: Erin Anderson King; early American popular family games energy efficiency in businesses and Nick: Scott Pafumi. Directed by such as checkers, nine pins, bean bag homes; the second will discuss a recent softball Shannon Khatcheressian. At the toss and many others. They will all be Yale/GMU poll on Americans’ views on program. Waddell Theatre on NOVA’s Loudoun set up for you to try and enjoy. climate change and how to address them. Campus, 1000 Harry Byrd Highway, Reservations are required. The cost is Hosted by NoVaCAN, a Coalition of 9 Sterling. Tickets are $6 per adult and $4 per child or senior. NoVa environmental non-profits at the FAIRFAX ADULT SOFTBALL $10/students and seniors. $15/general Kids can make a historic toy to take Fair Oaks branch of Merrifield Garden admission. home for $2. At Sully Historic Site, Center, 12101 Lee Highway, Fairfax. Go located at 3650 Historic Sully Way in to www.chesapeakeclimate.org/ Just For The Fun Of It Chantilly. Call 703-437-1794. NoVaCAN. Registration is now open for our Spring program. School Notes We are accepting team & individual registrations. TEAMS: Gather your family, friends, neighbors, Centreville Elementary will hold coworkers, or names from our “Join A Team” an evening of food, fun and educational Yeppi Pet board and start your team. games on Friday, Feb. 19, from 5-9 p.m. Students will participate in The Brain INDIVIDUALS: Visit our website and sign up as Show — an authentic, educational, trivia Grooming game show with the look and feel of a live, 14200F Centreville Square • Centreville an Individual Free Agent and FAS will place you TV game show. There’ll also be a food on a team. court featuring Chick-Fil-A, Baja Fresh, 703-815-1166 Cici’s Pizza, Soo Won Gal Bi, and more. Mon.–Sat. 8 A.M.–5 P.M. 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For more information or to pre- www.fischerdental.net order tickets, visit www.bethemeth.org/ All listings due by Monday at 3 p.m. carnival or call 703-860-4515, ext. 101. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ February 18-24, 2010 ❖ 11 Centre View Sports Editor Rich Sanders Sports 703-224-3031 or [email protected] Ready Or Not: Sports Teams Delve into Playoffs Following week-plus of inactivity due to snowfall, Northern Region squads must immediately turn it on again for postseason.

By Rich Sanders spective postseason district championship Centre View meets on Thursday, Feb. 11, just before the latest snowfall hit the area in what has been or Fairfax County high school sports a record-breaking winter of accumulation Fteams, last week’s snow storm in this part of the state. The Northern Re- brought seasons to an abrupt halt gion track and field championships are just as they were preparing to wind down scheduled to take place this Saturday, Feb. regular season schedules and head into dis- 20 at the George Mason University field trict postseason competition. house. The momentum and continuity of the “We are incredibly thankful to have got- winter athletic seasons evaporated as snow ten our district meet in,” said Devlin, who continued to rise in accumulation and in- saw the Wildcat boys’ team garner a first tensity. Most student-athletes remained at place tie with Robinson at districts. “The home over the week-and-a-half period as runners are highly motivated after much schools closed and extracurricular activities, success at the district level. They know they including sports practices and contests, have unfinished business at the regional were postponed or canceled. meet, and are prepared to race hard to get “We played last Thursday [Feb. 4]. Then to the Virginia State meet.” there was no contact with the kids until Sat- urday [Feb. 13] when we practiced,” said BASKETBALL DISTRICT tournaments Jim Smith, the Chantilly High boys’ basket- are slated to begin this week. In the ball coach. “I would send out e-mails [to Concorde District, teams’ district records the team] and things like that.” over the first round of the regular season Since late November, local high school schedule are being used to determine tour- teams throughout Northern Virginia have nament seeding. Any games played over the practiced almost daily and competed in second half of the regular season district games or meets once or twice a week. Then, schedule do not count towards postseason all of a sudden, it all came to the weather- seeding. In the case of the Chantilly boys’ related halt. There has not been much that team (13-6 overall record), that meant re- coaches or players could do except to stay cent district wins over Oakton on Feb. 4 and at home and wait for things to clear up out- Robinson on Jan. 28 got wiped off the board doors. Fairfax County schools were closed in regards to tournament seeding. throughout last week. This past Monday The top-seed Herndon boys and the No. (Feb. 15) was President’s Day so students 2-seed Centreville team both were sched- were not expected to get back into school uled to receive first round byes in this until the following day. week’s six-team Concorde tournament. At Centreville High, members of the in- Chantilly, the No. 3 seed, was scheduled to door track and field team had actually con- host No. 6 Robinson in a district sidered the possibility of weather problems quarterfinals round game on Wednesday, later in the season. Feb. 17, while No. 4 Oakton was set to host “We have discussed all season how un- No. 5 Westfield in the other quarterfinals. predictable the weather can be and how Wednesday’s winners will advance to Photo by Craig Sterbutzel/Centre View flexible we must be with our training [and] Friday’s semifinals round and a seeding at Centreville’s Nick Tsinger goes up for a shot with his left hand during a how we must be diligent about keeping our next week’s 16-team Northern Region tour- game against Westfield this season. Tsinger and the Wildcats finished fitness levels up,” wrote Kelley Devlin, a nament. Meanwhile, Wednesday’s district in second place during the regular season and earned a first round Centreville track and field assistant coach, quarterfinals round losing teams will see Concorde District tournament bye. They will play a semifinals game in an e-mail. “We can’t afford to take mul- their seasons end. this Friday night. No. 5-seed Westfield, meanwhile, was scheduled to tiple day breaks. Our team is very good with It might not seem fair that teams that have travel to No. 4 Oakton for a quarterfinals round game on Wednesday, using cross training machines — ellipticals, not played in 11 days all of a sudden have Feb. 17. treadmills, bikes — if not in their own to compete in a do-or-die district playoff home, at a neighbor or friend’s close by. Or game. But that’s the way it is for teams in the kids got tired quickly and the condition- is nothing we can do about [the past two when the roads are safe, they get to a gym the Concorde and elsewhere. Teams are in ing was a little bit of a factor.” weeks] or change. Our next step is to get or find some safe streets that are close to the same quandary as a result of the final Smith told his players, weather problems ready for Robinson.” clear to run on.” week-and-a-half of the regular seasons be- or not, there will be just one district cham- Tim Anderson, the Langley High girls’ Devlin was pleased how the Wildcat ath- ing wiped out. pion crowned in each of the region’s four basketball coach, said the biggest factor letes responded to the school and activities’ Smith, the Chantilly coach and the former districts — the Concorde, Liberty, Patriot going into district tournament play follow- shutdown. head coach at McLean High, said it was and National. ing the less than ideal conclusion to the “They have done a wonderful job stick- good to get back onto the practice floor on “The thing I said to my kids on Saturday regular season is to excel in basics. ing together and using indoor track facili- Saturday. Like other coaches across the re- [at practice] is that there will be four dis- “The bottom line is to execute on the ties in the area to get track workouts in gion, he hopes his team will be ready to trict champions, and the following week floor,” said Anderson, whose Saxons were when possible and the parents have been jump into playoff action following the long there will be one region champion,” said set to host cross-town rival McLean in a Lib- extremely supportive with transporting layoff. Smith. “The teams that win [champion- erty District tournament contest this Thurs- them,” she said. “It’s kind of hard to gauge the emotional ships] will be the teams that navigated best day evening (Feb. 18) at 5:30. “And, if you Centreville, along with the other track tempo of the team,” said Smith. “But I and did not allow [the schedule disruptions don’t win, your season’s over.” programs in the area, concluded their re- thought we had a great practice [although] due to the snow] to be a distraction. There See Playoffs, Page 13 12 ❖ Centre View South ❖ February 18-24, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Sports 10% OFF One Class, Rental Ready Or Not: Sports or Lesson Teams Delve into Playoffs

From Page 12 Langley (7:30); No. 5 South Lakes as midnight. Those wrestlers who Anderson said his squad, which at No. 4 Fairfax (7); No. 6 McLean qualify for states later in the week held its first practice in over a at No. 3 Stone Bridge (7:30); and will miss school on Friday as well. week this past Saturday, was not No. 7 Jefferson at No. 2 Marshall Mike Gonzales, the Herndon overly distracted by the unusual (7). The Liberty boys’ semifinals High wrestling coach, said his end to the regular season. games will be held on Friday night team members were getting emo- “Our girls on the varsity team at South Lakes. The first game will tionally geared for the postseason practiced on Saturday and we had start at 5:45. districts and regionals before the a normal practice,” he said. “They The boys’ and girls’ district finals snow storm buried the end of the seem to really roll with things will take place next Monday regular season and forced cancel- BMW, VOLVO & VOLKSWAGEN pretty well when they know [the evening, Feb. 22 at South Lakes. lation of districts. The coach said SERVICE AND PARTS weather is] something they can’t The girls’ title game will be at 5:45, his Hornets have done a good job Since 1985 Dedicated to keeping control. The thing that is frustrat- followed by the boys’ champion- of re-grouping for the revamped your BMW, Volvo and Volkswagen in factory condition with: ing for them is that they have ship. postseason. • Factory trained master technicians missed school and classes, and “There was a lot of momentum • Genuine BMW, Volvo and Volkswagen parts • Emissions Certified Repair they’ve missed the practices and WRESTLING, as a result of the going into the postseason,” said games.” long layoff, was scheduled to Gonzales. “Then you get a week • 24 hour drop off and pick up • Most extended warranty policies accepted The following Liberty District forego its district tournaments off and feel you have to get back • Rental car reimbursement program girls’ basketball tournament first and, instead, have an expanded in shape again. But they’re ready. $$ round games were scheduled for Super Regional’s tournament on The kids who are [usually] moti- 2024.95 OFF Viking this Thursday night, Feb. 18: No. Tuesday, Feb. 16 and Wednesday, vated will still be motivated. The Oil Change 8-seed Jefferson at top seed Madi- Feb. 17 of this week at Fairfax High kids I have are motivated and see Automotive son (7 p.m.); No. 5 McLean at No. School. Then, in a quick turn- the opportunity of making it to 4 Langley (5:45); No. 6 Fairfax at around, the state AAA tournament states.” 14500-B Lee Rd., Chantilly No. 3 Stone Bridge (5:45); and No. is set to take place this Friday and Other region wrestling tourna- 7 Marshall at No. 2 South Lakes Saturday at Robinson High School. ments across Virginia took place 703-817-0650 (7). This week’s region meet was to this past weekend. Those wrestlers visit us at www.vikingautomotive.com The girls’ semifinals will take consist of 32 wrestlers competing will have close to a week to get place the following night (Friday) at each weight class with the top ready for the state meet. Northern at Madison High School. The first four advancing to states. The field Region wrestlers, on the other game will start at 5:45. of 32 wrestlers at each weight class hand, still have to compete at The Liberty District boys’ first is double the usual number of 16 regionals and then, for those who round playoff games will also take wrestlers who would compete at qualify, get right back into action place on Thursday and are as fol- regionals in a normal year. again two days later at states. lows: No. 8 Madison at top seed Wrestlers were set to miss school “This wacky schedule will work on Tuesday for the first round of as a disadvantage, especially at a Sports Notes region matches. Many of the ath- high level of wrestling,” said The Freedom Purple 11-under girls’ letes were planning to report with Gonzales, of Northern Region soccer team, a part of the Chantilly Youth their teams to Fairfax as early as 6 wrestlers who qualify for states. Association (CYA), is looking to add one a.m. And some will be there as late “They’ll only have one day off.” player for the spring season and beyond. The team competes in WAGS and is professionally trained by Soccer Performance Centreville High School Notebook International. Contact head coach Len Rosenblum at [email protected] for Both the Centreville High boys’ and girls’ basketball teams will more information. be competing in Concorde District tournament action this week. The Wild- cat girls were scheduled to play at Herndon in a quarterfinals round game SYA Girls Lacrosse is looking for on Wednesday night, Feb. 17 at 7. The Centreville boys, meanwhile, earned players to round out teams for the upcom- a first round bye and are set to play a semifinals contest this Friday night, ing spring season. The league is for girls Feb. 19 at 7:45 versus the Chantilly/Robinson quarterfinals winner. Fri- ages six to 14 who want to learn to play day night’s game will take place at Westfield High School. “the fastest game on foot.” Registration is Congratulations to Centreville boys’ basketball player Warren Denny now open at www.syasports.org. on being named the Concorde District’s Co-Player of the Year. Also congratulations to Cameron Owens (All-Concorde District 1st Team), Chris SYA Boys Lacrosse is also looking Campbell (All-Concorde District Defensive Team), Bobby Warhurst for players for its spring season. The (All-Concorde District Honorable Mention), and Nick Tisinger (All- league is for boys ages six to 11 (U9 and Concorde District Honorable Mention). Come see these five starters and U11 teams). Register online at the rest of the Wildcat boys’ basketball team play this Friday night. www.syasports.org. No experience neces- — Karen Fulkerson sary.

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Provided, however, that if the holder of the secured I naively thought that their reasons were 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements promissory note is the successful bidder at the sale, no cash way to fill deposit shall be required, and part of or the entire indebted- product performance, market share, profit- ness, including interest and costs, secured by the Deed of ability, jobs, retirement, maybe even your Trust, may be set off against the purchase price. improving/enhancing their buyers’ quality of employment Any defaulting purchaser shall forfeit the deposit and life vis-à-vis the use of an affordable and stand the risk and cost of resale. effective product. I never thought it was for openings mind control. Who do they think they are? Sale shall be made subject to all existing easements and restrictive covenants as the same may lawfully affect the They’re making paper towels (napkins, toilet North Potomac real estate. Sale is further subject to mechanic's and/or materi- paper, tissue, etc.); they’re not feeding the Rockville 5 alman's liens of record and not of record. The property will be homeless/changing the world. They’re pro- sold subject to all conditions, covenants, restrictions, rights of Potomac redemption of federal lienholders or encumbrances, and agree- viding goods and services for it, not provid- Chevy Great Bethesda Falls Chase Herndon ments of record affecting the same, if any. ing answers to philosophical questions.

Dulles Reston Airport Have they all of a sudden begun to think of 1 McLean Vienna In the event the undersigned trustee is unable to con- Oakton 6 themselves as role models of altruism? Has Arlington Washington, vey to the purchaser good title, then purchaser's sole and ex- Chantilly 4 D.C. clusive remedy shall be in the refund of the deposit paid at the the pursuit of the almighty buck empow- Centreville time of sale. Fairfax ered them to believe they have powers North Clifton Historic Burke The subject property and all improvements thereon will beyond their receipt of dollars and the Clifton Fairfax Springfield 3 Station be sold in "as is" condition without warranty of any kind. Pur- sense that it accrues? Is there some sort of 2 chaser shall be responsible for any and all building and/or zon- Laurel entitlement which their success has cre- Hill ing code violations whether of record or not of record, as well as for all unpaid and enforceable homeowners' or condomini- ated/spawned? I realize money is paper um owners' association dues and assessments, if any. Pur- (linen, actually), but what do they hope to chaser also shall be responsible for obtaining possession of • Target your best job the property at his/her expense. Purchaser shall assume the gain (other than more paper/currency) by candidates where risk of loss and shall be responsible for any damage, vandal- preaching more than cleanliness? ism, theft, destruction, or the like, of or to the property occur- Oh, I just got it. Since cleanliness is next they live. 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements ring after the time of sale. Conveyance will be by special warranty deed. Conveyancing, recording, transfer taxes, notary to Godliness, I suppose the manufacturer • Reach readers in fees, examination of title, state stamps, and all other costs of figured that they would straddle that blurry conveyance are to be at the expense of purchaser. State and line between business and religion (the addition to those local taxes, public charges, and special or regular assess- who are currently ments, if any, shall be adjusted to the date of sale and there- commercial equivalent of church and state) after shall be assumed by the purchaser. to win friends and influence lots of people, looking for a job. and hopefully generate profits in the proc- The undersigned trustee unconditionally reserves the Proven readership. right: (i) to waive the deposit requirement; (ii) to approve or dis- ess. “Not a sermon, just a thought.” • approve the creditworthiness of any bidder and/or purchaser; Whether I’m tilting at windmills here or (iii) to withdraw the property from sale at any time prior to ter- • Proven results. mination of the bidding; (iv) to extend the time for bidding; (v) making much to do about nothing is for to reject any or all bids; (vi) to postpone or set over the date or readers/buyers to assess. My objection to time of sale; and (vii) to extend the period of time for settlement this paper-towel ploy is really about abuse hereunder. of power. Just because your product makes Additional terms and conditions of sale may be an- it into my home on a regular basis, don’t 703-917-6464 nounced at the time of sale. think for a minute that you can influence DAVID N. PRENSKY what we think before or after we actually classified@connection Substitute Trustee use it. However, if I have any philosophical newspapers.com questions or concerns in the interim, I’ll FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: David N. Prensky make sure to call the 800 number listed on Great Papers • Great Readers Chasen & Chasen your package. Great Results! 5225 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W. #500 Washington, D.C. 20015 Kenny Lourie is an Advertising Representative for (202) 244-4000 The Almanac & The Connection Newspapers. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ February 18-24, 2010 ❖ 15 Sports

In Vancouver, Mike Kohn prepares to drive his Experience Counts bobsled down the fastest track in the world. By Jason Bacaj the USBSF. “Because of that, you’re going of a bobsled driver. “Driving is much more Special to Centre View to see somebody sneak onto the podium.” Photo courtesy of Amanda Bird/U.S. Bobsl technical … it’s like being a quarterback on Whoever sneaks onto the podium is go- a football team,” Kohn said. s bobsledders begin official training to have to have three factors working It’s also more physically demanding than ing Wednesday at the Whistler in his favor: good equipment, driving abil- being a push athlete, Kohn said. Push ath- ASliding Centre, Chantilly native ity and good push athletes, Goodwin said. letes are typically the younger, stronger guys Mike Kohn is focusing on con- – Kohn likens them to running backs – and tinuing his journey from the brink of retire- KOHN SWITCHED from pushing to driv- they tend to have a shorter career window. ment in search of the medal podium. ing in 2002, something he’d always wanted But they can take days off while drivers have “Everybody’s feeling good,” said Kohn, 37. to do but never had the financial resources to go down the hill every day, and daily rides “I think we’re going to do well.” for. The driver has to buy his own sled, pay in an unpadded metal bobsled can take its The track at the Whistler Sliding Centre for transportation, maintenance fees and toll on the body. – said to be the fastest track in the world – mechanics as well as paying a crew of run- will favor more experienced drivers. And ners. All told, it can run a driver well over KOHN HAS his sights on a gold medal, after 20 years in the sled, experience is on $100,000. Paying for all that is often the and on a track that requires technical skill Kohn’s side. biggest obstacle to keeping an athlete’s and driving experience, his 20 years in

edding “It is a track that demands technical ex- Olympic dream alive, said Goodwin, who bobsled and eight years driving give him pertise,” said John Rosen, chairman of the helps Kohn raise money. and his team a bit of an edge. board for the United States Bobsled and Goodwin, who has his own law firm in “Mike is a very talented and very experi- Mike Kohn Skeleton Federation. McLean, has held golf tournaments and enced driver,” Rosen said. “He is fully quali- Slight adjustments have been made since auctions to help keep Kohn afloat finan- you’re just not an employable commodity.” fied.” Nodar Kumaritashvili, a luge athlete from cially. When they first met 10 years ago, The biggest help in defraying the cost of Kohn’s teammates for the four-man com- the Republic of Georgia, was killed in a Kohn told him that he trained four to five being an Olympic bobsled driver was join- petition will be Nick Cunningham, Jamie training crash last week. The starting point hours a day and worked a number of part ing the Virginia Army National Guard, Moriarty and Billy Schuffenhauer. All three for men’s luge was moved up, a large re- time jobs. He would eat hot dogs and what- where as part of the Guard’s World Class have big-time athletic pedigrees. taining wall was put up right at the exit of ever else he could afford, just to realize his Athlete Program he could train year-round Cunningham captained the track team at curve 16 and refinements were made to the lifelong goal of wearing his country’s col- and get a steady paycheck. Kohn said he Boise State University, Moriarty was an All- ice profile in possible trouble areas, Rosen ors in the opening ceremonies of the Olym- plans on returning to his military career Ivy League safety at Cornell and said. But the bobsled course will remain pic Games. after this Olympics, which he expects will Schuffenhauer nearly qualified for the 2000 unchanged. “Just because you’re an athlete doesn’t be his last. Summer Olympics as a decathlete. “I will almost guarantee you’re going to mean you don’t have car payments,” With help from Goodwin and the National Kohn is scheduled to compete on Feb. 20 see some crashes,” said Dan Goodwin, Goodwin said. “[And as an Olympic ath- Guard, Kohn has been able to focus on de- (two-man sled competition) and Feb. 26 former vice president and legal counsel for lete], to get all the training and rest needed, veloping the much more involved skill set (four-man). Centreville 13890 Braddock Rd, Suite 202 Centreville, VA 20121 Dental www.centrevilledentalgroup.com CDGGroup (703) 825-7339 At Centreville Dental Group we strive to make you comfortable – we offer you Ceiling mounted TVs so you can relax during your visit Massage chairs Refreshments Friendly and Appealing Atmosphere Convenient hours Strive to coordinate benefits with your insurance company Emergency Service

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