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Mount Vernon’s Hometown Newspaper • A Connection Newspaper June 5, 2014 Pockets of low-income students Poverty in the Classroom scattered through Northern Virginia.

By Michael Lee Pope Her mother decided that Hybla The Gazette Vienna Falls Valley was not safe enough for her, Oakton Church choosing another school several hen Carla 29 miles away. Since that time, she Castro- 10 Arlington said, the school has improved. It Claure was 66 50 has new security measures, and W 2 approach- 7 the test scores have improved. Her ing the age when she would Fairfax sister now attends the school, and soon attend Kindergarten, 495 her mother heads the parent- her mother became increas- 5 teacher association. Nevertheless, ingly concerned about Hybla the school struggles with poverty. 123 4 Valley El- 236 Alexandria 400 According to a statewide database ementary 6 of poverty in the classroom, Hybla School. 7 Valley has the highest rates of stu- “In a lot of Fairfax 395 She wasn’t FAIRFAX dents who quality for free or re- Station 495 sure it was duced price lunch in Northern Vir- ways, Burke safe for her 3 ginia. government daughter, Springfield “We have a sense of urgency at and stories all times at this school,” said Hybla is more were circu- 9 Valley Principal Lauren Sheehy. “At lating another school, we may not need 286 1 responsive through as much skills and as much energy the neigh- 1 to get the job done. But here we to those 8 borhood 95 need 110 percent at all times, and who have about el- that’s what drives us every day.” ementary School Free or Performance school stu- Division Name Principal Reduced English Math Asian Black Hispanic White Other POVERTY SPREADS across the than to Price Lunch dents be- FCPS Hybla Lauren 89.32% 59% 62% 5% 15% 77% 2% 1% classrooms of Northern Virginia by those at the ing sus- 1 Valley ES Sheehy ZIP code, with poor neighbor- pended for APS Carlin Corina 86.32% 61% 69% 9% 10% 70% 6% 6% hoods logging the highest percent- 2 bottom.” having Springs ES Coronel age of students who quality for FCPS Lynbrook ES Mary 86.05% 54% 45% 13% 3% 77% 5% 2% — Del. Scott drugs. 3 McNamee free or reduced price lunch. Surovell (D-44) Then, one ACPS William Rosario 85.44% 60% 50% 6% 26% 54% 11% 3% Among all schools in Alexandria, day, she 4 Ramsay ES Casiano Arlington and Fairfax County, learned ACPS Cora Kelly Brandon 81.91% 71% 80% 1% 34% 59% 6% 0% Hybla Valley has the highest. Al- 5 Magnet ES Davis about a robbery that hap- ACPS Patrick Ingrid 81.86% 47% 51% 6% 49% 33% 8% 4% most 90 percent of students pened at the 7-Eleven on the 6 Henry ES Bynum qualify, making it one of the high- ACPS Jefferson- Rosalyn 81.66% 41% 50% 1% 67% 20% 10% 2% corner. The robbers hid at 7 est poverty schools in the region. the school to evade police. Houston ES Rice-Harris And even though Arlington FCPS Mount Vernon Pamela 79.88% 52% 53% 8% 29% 59% 2% 1% “It was known to be a bad 8 Woods ES Simpkins County has a reputation of being elementary school,” said FCPS Bucknell ES Timothy 79.09% 52% 42% 5% 15% 77% 2% 1% a wealthy enclave, Carlin Springs 9 Castro-Claure. “It has the Slayter Elementary comes in a close sec- FCPS Graham Tamara 77.66% 71% 83% 11% 14% 66% 9% 1% lowest test scores, and there 10 Road ES Ballou ond. More than 86 percent of its was a lot of crime in the FCPS — Fairfax County Public Schools; APS — Arlington Public Schools; students quality for free or re neighborhood.” ACPS — Alexandria City Public Schools See Poverty, Page 6 Hollin Meadows Gala Raises More Than $40,000 Annual Partnership Neighborhood Gala funds STEM at school. By Janelle Germanos “We formed five years ago as a Instead of saying goodbye to the on May 31, has so far brought in a of the children at Hollin Meadows, The Gazette result of budget cuts in Fairfax program, the organization takes net profit of $40,000 for the orga- a Title I school, have no idea where County that cut the funding for our matters into their own hands. Each nization. their food actually comes from, ince talk of budget cuts be- science and math focus programs,” year, it raises between $50,000 The garden is a great resource she says. gan in 2010, the Hollin said Diane Moery, the and $75,000 to completely fund for students, says Hollin Meadows “The garden is a great place for S See Hollin, Page 6 Meadows Partnership for organization’s chair. the program. PTA President Mary Paden. Many Science and Math has been hard Every year since the programs Right after the program was first

at work raising money to sustain were put on the chopping block, cut, the group was able to raise

key STEM resources at the school. the partnership has been hosting $95,000. But, it’s gotten a little bit 6/6/14 Requested in home in Requested

Funds are raised every year for an annual gala to raise money for more complicated over the years. material.

Hollin Meadows, a science and the programs. “Fundraising is always hard,” Time-sensitive

Postmaster: math focus school, to provide a “We know it’s a good program, Moery said. “When the govern- Attention

STEM resource teacher, a STEM lots of people out there that say ment shut down, it got a little Permit #482 Permit

resource lab, an outdoor education it’s a good program, but we rec- tight.” VA Alexandria, PAID

coordinator, 14,000 square feet of ognize that Fairfax County had to Even though it’s been difficult, Postage U.S. gardens, and more. make budget cuts,” she said. this year’s gala, which took place STD PRSRT www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 ❖ 1 2 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette Editor Steven Mauren News 703-778-9415 or [email protected]

Former lieutenant governor raises Two Million Dollar Primary $1.1 million; his competitors combined raise $1.4 million. By Michael Lee Pope The Gazette

ampaign finance docu- ments released in the fi- C nal days before the June 10 primary show the seven candidates in the primary to replace long- time U.S. Rep. Jim Moran (D-8) have raised Source: Federal Election Commission almost $2.5 million. Former Lt. Gov. Don Beyer leads the pack with $1.1 million, tion Day, June 10, that money may give he spends it. Former Navy pilot Bruce campaign $200,000. Former Urban League three times as much as his closest competi- Beyer an edge. Shuttleworth, who dropped out of the race, of Northern Virginia president Lavern tor. “The real question is does Beyer perform loaned his campaign $330,000. He raised Chatman loaned her campaign $20,000. “Don Beyer is clearly the favorite,” said below his dollar totals and does somebody about $57,000 and spent about $80,000, And Del. Patrick Hope (D-47) loaned his Geoff Skelley, analyst with the University like Adam Ebbin punch way above his which means most of the loan can be writ- campaign $10,000. Whichever candidate is of Virginia Center for Politics. “He may not weight,” said Quentin Kidd, professor at ten off. successful in the primary will be able to win it with a particularly large plurality, but Christopher Newport University. “What this “Oftentimes when candidates loan money continue raising money heading into the he’s the favorite to win.” is really going to come down to is whether to the campaigns and they lose, they for- November general election. The six candi- Skelley said the dynamics of the campaign Beyer outdistances everyone else so much give the loans to their own campaigns,” said dates who are unsuccessful, though, will changed when Del. Charniele Herring (D- that even if he punches below his weight Stephen Farnsworth, professor at the Uni- have a much harder time raising money for 46) dropped out of the race and endorsed he still wins.” versity of Mary Washington. a lost cause. Beyer, which he said was a turning point in CANDIDATES HAVE NOT been shy about “If candidates feel it necessary to loan “The short term strategy seems to be to the campaign. throwing money at their own campaigns. money to their own campaigns, it isn’t a loan yourself money to demonstrate your Along with the name recognition he has The largest amount of self-financing comes big difference from a gift. They are prob- own commitment to your own campaign as a result of owning several car dealerships from radio personality Mark Levine, who ably not going to be able to generate the and that you at least have the ability to put in Northern Virginia, Beyer has more than loaned his campaign a total $400,000. Al- kind of enthusiasms necessary to pay them- some of your own money into the cam- $350,000 cash on hand heading into the though Levine raised only $88,000, he theo- selves back.” paign,” said Kidd. “But unless you can fol- final days of the primary. As candidates pre- retically has $293,000 cash on hand. But Several other candidates also loaned low that up with other big fundraising, I pare for the final push toward primary Elec- he would only need to raise the money if money to their campaigns. Beyer loaned his just don’t know that it gets you very far.” The Fixer Mame Reiley remembered as a political force of nature. By Michael Lee Pope tenant governor several times,” said state successful guber- The Gazette Sen. Toddy Puller (D-36). “She could be natorial primary fiercely loyal to those who were with her, of Del. Brian hen Mame Reiley decided a and you didn’t want to cross her because Moran (D-45), the W young guy by the name of Jim she would remember.” congressman’s Moran could knock off an in- That was one thing that everybody — younger brother. cumbent congressman, people thought she political friends and foes — knew about “She always had

was crazy. U.S. Rep. Stanford Parris (R-8) Photo Contributed Mame Reiley. You crossed her at your own my back,” said Jim had been in Congress more than a decade, peril. If you fell on her bad side, she would Moran. “I’ll miss and he had the kind of financial support find a way to make things difficult for you. her dearly.” Mame Reiley as a that the mayor of Alexandria could only Maybe it was her Irish Catholic background. Despite battling young woman. hope to assemble. But Reiley knew it could Or maybe it was just calculated sense of cancer, Reiley was be done, and she put together a dream team political gamesmanship. Whatever was be- able to attend the Alexandria Democratic to make it happen. hind that sense of loyalty, it seemed to many Committee’s tribute to the congressman last “Like everybody else, I thought she was Mame Reiley and newly elected to be like a force of nature. month. The event featured speeches from crazy,” said Susan Kellom, former chair- U.S. Rep. Jim Moran (D-8). “If you really rubbed Mame the wrong many of the veterans of the 1990 campaign woman of the Alexandria Democratic Com- way, she would forget your name,” said who have gone on to have their own sto- mittee. “We thought he would lose and then “I loved Mame,” Moran said in a written Ellen Qualls, who met Reiley when they ried careers over the years, including com- he would be branded a loser and it would statement. “She was an indomitable force worked on the Warner inauguration in munications consultant Joe Trippi. ruin his chances to do it again when he has of personality and determination, always 2002. “She would assign you a new name Speaking to the crowd from her wheel- a more solid district in 1992 after redistrict- loyal, always committed to the principles that would be a slight deviation your ac- chair, she told a story about how the cam- ing. But Mame said it could be done.” of fairness and compassion.” tual name, and when people would correct paign became concerned about yard signs More often than not, Reiley has political her she would say, ‘Oh whatever.’” that were missing. So she set up a camera instincts that were right. And even when MARY ANNE “MAME” REILEY was born to catch the culprit. Turns out it was Moran they weren’t, she went after her goals with on Christmas Eve in Newport News. She AFTER MAKING a name for herself in that himself. such force that people knew to join forces grew up in Mount Vernon and attended St. legendary 1990 race, Reiley became “She will be widely missed,” said Demo- or get out of the way. She advised former Mary’s Academy in Old Town Alexandria. Moran’s chief of staff and launched a sto- cratic Party of Virginia Chairman Dwight governors Mark Warner and Tim Kaine, She got her start in politics in the third ried political career that spanned several Jones. “But her legacy of integrity, hard- served on the Democratic National Commit- grade, when she encouraged her classmates generations of Virginia politics. Sometimes work, and tenacity will never be forgotten.” tee, led its Women’s Caucus in 2003 and to tell their parents to vote for John she was on the winning team, like when She is survived by three siblings, Rex was a superdelegate pledged to Hillary Kennedy. The nuns wrote on her report card she helped Mark Warner and Tim Kaine Reiley, Elizabeth Reiley and Barney Reiley. Clinton’s presidential campaign in 2008. that her grades would be better if she spent waltz into the Governor’s Mansion. Other Services will be Tuesday, June 10 at 11 a.m. She also served a decade on the Metropoli- as much time studying as she spent on poli- times were not as successful, such as the at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Alex- tan Airports Authority. Reiley died this tics. time she worked on former Gov. Doug andria, followed immediately by a recep- week. She was 61. “She tried to talk me into running for lieu- Wilder’s failed presidential bid and the un- tion at adjacent Creedon Hall. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 ❖ 3 OPEN SUNDAY 1-4 OPEN SUNDAY 1-4 JUST LISTED Alexandria $194,900 Herndon $468,500 Alexandria $1,100,000 307 Yoakum Pkwy #318. Bright condo in secure gated 1701 Builders Ct. Just Listed! Gorgeous 4 BR/2.5 BA detached single- 1210 Huntly Pl. Just Listed! Expanded and totally remod- community with everything under the sun! Updates include family home with garage in sought-after Kingstown Chase. 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For more information: www.RexReiley.com Each Office Independently Owned and Operated www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 ❖ 5 News Poverty in the Classroom From Page 1 duced price lunch. “Arlington, like most suburbs, has very segregated schools although nobody wants to talk about it,” said Fred Millar, whose children attended Arlington Public Schools. “When you draw school boundaries to ef- Hybla Valley Elementary School has a series of trailers behind the school, which has been steadily growing fectively insulate the wealthy students, in population in recent years. that’s class warfare.” Although the 10 highest-poverty schools BEHIND HYLBA VALLEY is a series of in Northern Virginia are spread out across trailers — sometimes called portables — the region, one area has a cluster of high- where students gather in temporary struc- poverty schools. Southeast Fairfax County tures. Schools with the most number of trail- has three of the highest poverty schools ers tend to be at high poverty schools, al- hugging the Route 1 corridor. Three of the Hybla Valley though school officials also use them at elementary schools here make the top 10 Elementary some schools with low rates of poverty such list of high poverty schools: Hybla Valley, School Princi- as Haycock Elementary School and Mount Vernon Woods Elementary school pal Lauren Clermont Elementary School. Critics say the and Bucknell Elementary School. Critics say Sheehy greets village of trailers behind Hybla Valley is an these neighborhoods fall through the cracks students in the indication that Fairfax County Schools is not because they don’t have the kind of money hallway. willing to invest the kind of resources here and clout enjoyed by areas with wealth and that might go to a school where parents power. would lobby School Board members for a “In a lot of ways, government is more re- new wing of classrooms. sponsive to those who have than to those “The value of education is not equal,” said at the bottom,” said Del. Scott Surovell (D- Alma Lopez, parent of four children at Hybla 44). “Why does every planetarium in the McDonnell, is targeting six schools in Vir- and looking to enter the profession. Many Valley Elementary School. “If you compare county work except the one at Carl ginia. Jefferson-Houston is the only school transfer to wealthier neighborhoods, where students in McLean to students in Hybla Sandburg? Why do we still have a huge in Northern Virginia, although city leaders teaching students can pose fewer of the Valley, it would be obvious that the level of Head Start waiting list? Why do we still in Alexandria are hoping that a lack of or- challenges related to poverty. The average education is better in McLean.” have a big childcare waiting list?” ganization and funding will derail the take- pay for a Kindergarten teacher in Fairfax The principal says that the school has al- over, although frustrated parents say Alex- County, for example, is $61,000. The high- ways needed trailers, even after a two-story TEST SCORES show that students at high- andria leaders have demonstrated they are est Kindergarden teacher salary is $99,000 addition gave the school 17 more class- poverty schools often struggle to meet state unable to transform the school. at Fort Belvoir, and the lowest is $45,000 rooms. Before she came to Hybla Valley, and federal standards. One of the highest “I think it’s a good idea for new people to at London Towne Elementary. Sheehy was assistant principal at Lynbrook poverty schools in the region is Jefferson- step in and take over,” said Bea Porter, The average Kindergarten teacher salary Elementary School, another high poverty Houston in the City of Alexandria, where whose grandson attends the school. “The is higher than the average Kindergarten school. Like many of the teachers and staff test scores have been so low for so long that local school system has failed Jefferson- teacher salary at Hybla Valley, Lynbook, at Hybla Valley, Sheehy says that she feels state leaders are poised to orchestrate a Houston for too long.” Mount Vernon Woods, Buckness and Gra- called to work with students in need. takeover. When classes begin this fall, the According to salary data received in a ham Road. “It really is a calling. It’s a real passion, newly created Opportunity Educational In- Freedom of Information request, teachers “We have this mythology of equality,” said and I feel really proud to be at the school stitution is expected to seize control of the at high poverty schools often receive lower Jon Liss, founder of Tenants and Workers and proud to support the students here,” school, which serves Kindergarten through pay than their counterparts at other schools. United. “But the reality is that there has said Sheehy. “Our teachers embrace it, and eighth grade. The institution, which was In many cases, that’s because teachers at been a resegregation because of the over- they acknowledge that there are more chal- created by former Republican Gov. Bob high-poverty schools are fresh out of school lap of race and class.” lenges here than at other schools.” Hollin Meadows Gala Raises More Than $40,000 From Page 1 grams early,” she said. them to get their hands dirty,” Paden said. Moery hopes that similar programs will “They all get so excited.” extend through the school pyramid, such One of the most enjoyable parts of the as an extension of the program at Carl garden, Paden said, is every November Sandberg Middle School. when the students eat the lettuce they The partnership also is looking for busi- planted earlier in the year for Thanksgiv- nesses and corporations in the community ing school meal. to sponsor the program. The income disparity that is present in “If we can engage them in STEM early, Mount Vernon and along the Richmond they will hopefully bring those skills back Highway Corridor make this program even to the Mount Vernon district,” Paden said. more important, Paden said, and she hopes Although parents like Paden and Moery it will soon spread to other schools. admit that raising the funds each year can “It’s important to start these types of pro- be difficult, they are thankful to be involved with a school like Hollin Meadows, and rec- From left: Jennifer Lipner, Brandy ognize the benefits of the program. Both Falk (auction chair), Meredith praise the work of Jen Finnegan, the out- Braselman, Sue Bernstein, Diane door classroom teacher, principal Jon Gates, Moery, Liz Mulvaney, Cameron and others involved with the program. Curtis (gala chair), Joanne Michelle Obama visited the school back in Martinez and Eileen Gorman 2009, praising the STEM resources and gar- (host) at the Hollin Meadows den. Photo Contributed Photo Partnership Neighborhood Gala. “It’s a really unique program,” Paden said. 6 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 ❖ 7 News

Abby Power, one of the recipients of a schol- Eliana Nash, a student at South County Sec- Saira Euceda of Bryant High School is the arship from the Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber ondary School, received a scholarship from recipient of this year’s The Jeff Todd Memorial of Commerce, is a student at Hayfield Sec- the Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Com- Scholarship. She will be attending Northern ondary School and will attend the University merce. She will be attending the University of Virginia Community College in the fall. of Virginia. Virginia in the fall. Area Students Presented with Scholarships at River Farm Scholarships presented by the Photos by Janelle Germanos/The Gazette Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber.

By Janelle Germanos “Hopefully one day, I’ll be able The Gazette to start my own international con- sulting firm,” Daley said. he Mount Vernon-Lee Genuario said she will major in Chamber of Commerce biomedical engineering and minor Thas awarded seven in engineering business. students with college “A lot of engineers get their scholarships this year. The stu- MBA, because it helps them man- dents were honored for their age engineering forms, so eventu- achievements next to the Potomac ally I’d like to get my MBA too,” River at River Farm on June 3. she said. From left: Troy Clark, Abby Power, Madison Daley, Saira Euceda, Katharine Genuario, From National Honor Society to Abby Power from Hayfield Sec- and Eliana Nash are recipients of this year’s scholarships from the Mount Vernon-Lee Future Business Leaders of ondary School will also be attend- Chamber of Commerce and were honored for their hard work at River Farm on June America to Latin club, the schol- ing the University of Virginia, and 3. Also receiving a scholarship is Euginia Mensah. arship recipients are not only plans to major in marketing. smart, but active in their schools. “I plan to start my own kind of School who will be attending ness administration and account- nership, which has provided schol- All will be attending college this advertising firm and have some Northern Virginia Community Col- ing. arships worth over $141,000 to fall and are majoring in a business- big-name companies like Nike and lege to study radiology. She said “I’m actually excited about be- local high school students. related field. what-not underneath me,” she when she first started high school, ing an accountant,” Clark said, “The annual Chamber Golf Of the seven students awarded, said. she didn’t speak any English. prompting laughter, and then ap- Scholarship Classic provides the four will be attending the Univer- Eliana Nash, a student at South “I never thought I was going to plause from the audience. major source of funding for the sity of Virginia. This includes West County High School, said she will be at this gorgeous place speak- Euginia Mensah from Edison Education Partnership. Through Potomac High School students major in international business ing to such generous people,” she High School also received a schol- the generous donations and the Madison Daley and Katharine and minor in Spanish at the Uni- said. “I am very, very grateful from arship from the chamber. She will hard work of our members, funds Genuario. versity of Virginia. the bottom of my heart.” be attending the University of are raised to provide these schol- Daley is planning to major in The recipient of the Jeff Todd Troy Clark will be attending Mary Washington. arships,” said Sean O’Connell, commerce and minor in econom- Memorial Scholarship was Saira James Madison University in the The scholarships were provided president of the Mount Vernon-Lee ics and Chinese. Euceda, a student at Bryant High fall, where he will major in busi- by the chamber’s education part- Chamber of Commerce.

Troy Clark, a student at Mount Vernon High Katharine Genuario, a student at West Potomac West Potomac High School student Madison School, will be attending James Madison High School, received a scholarship from the Daley will be attending the University of Vir- University in the fall. He was honored on June Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce and ginia in the fall. Here, she is honored for 3 with the Ourisman Outstanding Student will be attending the University of Virginia in receiving a scholarship from the Mount Scholarship presented by the Mount Vernon- the fall. Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce. Lee Chamber of Commerce. 8 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Bulletin Board PUBLIC NOTICE

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hances are that if you are a regis- the candidates have withdrawn from the race Free digital edition delivered to tered voter in the 8th Congres- because they withdrew after the ballot was your email box. Go to connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe Csional District, your mailbox has printed/set. been letting you know that many Election Day is Tuesday, June 10, and regu- candidates are running in next week’s Demo- lar polling places will be open 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. NEWS DEPARTMENT: vpap.org To discuss ideas and concerns, cratic primary. Voters who qualify to vote absentee can vote Call: 703-778-9410 The 8th Congressional District is currently in person early until June 7. But be sure to In Fairfax County, two options: e-mail: [email protected] represented by retiring U.S. Rep. Jim Moran, vote by primary Election Day, June 10. ❖ Fairfax County Government Center, Office and seven candidates are running for the right Anyone who might working and commuting of Elections, 12000 Government Center Pkwy., Steven Mauren Editor, 703-778-9415 to replace him. There is no runoff, so even if for 11 of the 13 hours polls will be open on Suite 323, Fairfax, through Friday, June 6, 8 [email protected] the top candidate gets considerably less than Election Day, 6 a.m.-7 p.m., qualifies to vote a.m. - 7 p.m., and Saturday, June 7, 9 a.m. – 5 Michael Lee Pope 50 percent of the vote, he or she will absentee. You can vote absentee if you p.m. Reporter, 703-615-0960 move on as the Democratic nominee Editorial are: a student or spouse at an academic ❖ Mount Vernon Governmental Center, 2511 [email protected] in November, facing Republican Micah institution, absent on business, absent Parkers Lane, Alexandria, through Friday, June @MichaelLeePope Edmond. Given the voting history in for personal business or vacation, un- 6, 3:30 - 7 p.m. and Saturday, June 7, 9 a.m. - Jeanne Theismann the 8th district, the Democratic nominee will able to get to the polls due to a physical dis- 5 p.m. 703-778-9436 [email protected] most likely move on to serve in Congress. ability or illness, a caretaker of a confined fam- Read extensive previous coverage about the @TheismannMedia (Our region is losing its two longest serving ily member, a precinct election officer, have a candidates at members of Congress to retirement, Moran and religious obligation or conflict, active duty uni- http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/ Jon Roetman Sports Editor, 703-752-4013 U.S. Rep. Frank Wolf (R-10). Voters in the 10th formed service or merchant marine or a de- news/Election/National/Representatives/ [email protected] Congressional District will choose between pendent, regularly employed outside the U.S. VA08/ @jonroetman Republican Barbara Comstock and Democrat or a dependent, and several other special cir- John Foust in November.) cumstances. ADVERTISING: The 8th Congressional District includes all In Arlington, vote absentee-in-person at Father’s Day Photos For advertising information e-mail: of Arlington, Alexandria and Mount Vernon, Courthouse Plaza, 2100 Clarendon Blvd., Suite Father’s Day is June 15, and as in years past, [email protected] plus parts of Tysons, McLean and Vienna to 320, through Saturday, June 7; weekdays 8 The Connection will publish a gallery of pho- Debbie Funk the north, Springfield, Lorton and Mason Neck a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. tos of fathers, grandfathers, great grandfathers Display Advertising/National Sales to the South. In Alexandria, vote absentee-in-person at the and sons and daughters. Send your photos, 703-778-9444 Candidates include Don Beyer, Lavern Office of Voter Registration & Elections, 132 including names of everyone in the photo, ages [email protected] Chatman, Mark Levine, Patrick Hope, Adam North Royal Street #100 through Saturday, of children, town of residence and a brief de- Julie Ferrill Ebbin, Bill Euille and Derek Hyra. Three other June 7, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. http:// scription of what is happening to Display Advertising, 703-778-9446 [email protected] names will appear on the ballot even though www.alexandriava.gov/Elections [email protected]. Helen Walutes Letter to the Editor Display Advertising, 703-224-3028 [email protected] ample of why long-term consider- tal whereas before Obamacare he for Obamacare to show their total Don’t Rush into ations must be considered before could go to a local medical facility. support for it. Further, Obamacare Andrea Smith Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 expanding Medicaid. If Obamacare is so great, as John has 21 taxes including a 3 percent [email protected] Medicaid John Glaser takes issue with my Glazer believes, why were over tax on medical devices. How does comment that Obamacare is a di- 2,000 waivers granted including such a sick tax help those in need Publisher Expansion saster and he attempts to justify the state of Nevada that Harry of medical devices help them? Jerry Vernon To the Editor: Obamacare is not a disaster by Reid represents as a U.S. senator We should learn from past ac- [email protected] John Glazer’s letter “Bottom stating that 12 million people have and principal proponent of tions and avoid catastrophes, as Editor & Publisher Line To Help or Not” in the May enrolled. But, he doesn’t state how Obamacare? Also, why are mem- stated above, to occur by rushing Mary Kimm 703-778-9433 22-28, Mount Vernon Gazette re- many actually have insurance and bers of Congress and their staff to expand Medicaid. So let’s be [email protected] sponds to my letter urging thor- not merely enrolled. And, what is and the President exempt? And, deliberate and do the best we can @MaryKimm ough consideration of data before the cost now compared to before why does President Obama con- to establish an effective Medicaid Editor in Chief expanding Medicaid to avoid prob- Obamacare for those who have tinue to favor those who politically expansion system instead of rush- Steven Mauren lems because of money shortage been fortunate to get new insur- support him, e.g. unions, the most ing to score political points. Those Photography: Deb Cobb, Craig Sterbutzel and not establishing short and ance? Also, the promises made by recent example, by providing ex- who may qualify for Medicaid de- Art/Design: long term systems that will help the President “If you like your emptions or subsidies? President serve no less. Laurence Foong, John Heinly Production Manager: instead of hurt those intended to plan, you can keep it,” “If you like Obama and all those exempt from Geovani Flores help. John Glaser attempts to jus- your doctor you can keep your Obamacare should voluntarily Frank Medico tify his position based on not so doctor” and the cost to a family give up the exemption and sign up Mount Vernon CIRCULATION: 703-778-9426 sound programs. For example, he will be reduced by $2,500. None Circulation Manager: contends similar arguments were of those are true. Ann Oliver used by those who opposed Social I heard on TV a number of [email protected] security as are used today to de- people, including those who sup- Write lay Medicaid expansion. ported Obamacare, whose insur- The Gazette welcomes views on any public issue. A Connection Newspaper The Social Security system is ance was cancelled because of The deadline for all material is noon Friday. Letters must be signed. Include home address and home and business numbers. Letters are going broke, according to pub- Obamacare complain that their routinely edited for libel, grammar, good taste and factual errors. lished reports, unless it is fixed. insurance premiums have doubled Send to: Party politics and scare tactics are or tripled, their deductibles have used by politicians to prevent the increased substantially and they no Letters to the Editor The Gazette system from being fixed to the longer can keep their own doctor 1606 King St., Alexandria VA 22314 detriment of those now on Social as promised by President Obama. Call 703-917-6444 Security and future eligible per- One person said that he now has Email [email protected] sons. This program is a good ex- to travel 50 miles to go to a hospi-

10 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com People Board Honors Lords and Ladies I know how to make you smile Years of practice, patients and study are he 2014 Lords and Ladies of Fairfax were recognized in front behind every smile I help create Tof the Board of Supervisors on Trust is the foundation of my care, and I Tuesday, June 3, and presented schedule time exclusively for each individual. with certificates honoring them for their dedication to their communities. This tra- I’m a Fellow of The Academy of General dition, which began in 1984, coincides with Dentistry and alumnus of the prestigious the Celebrate Fairfax Festival, which takes L.D. Pankey Institute and world-renowned place this year June 6-8. Dawson Center for Advanced Education. The Mount Vernon District honorees are I’m one of the few dentists included in the Mary Porter and Col. Gregory D. Gadson. DENTSPLY International Implant Conference Porter makes the Mount Vernon commu- in Frankfurt, Germany in 2013. I am also nity a better place to live through A Better Plate and Real Food for Kids, where she is certified to provide conscious sedation for working with Fairfax County Public Schools patients with dental fear. Come experience to encourage them to serve healthier food. my personalized care and expert dentistry! Through this role, she also works to edu- cate children and families about making Photo by Janelle Germanos/The Gazette health decisions. Mary Porter Call for Great Savings “I was very much surprised when I found out I received this award,” Porter said. “I Belvoir and has worked to strengthen the New Patients Only am stunned and very humbled.” relationship between the base and Fairfax Cleaning, cavity- Porter, who is also president of the PTA County. Gadson has served in active duty detecting x-rays at Hollin Meadows Elementary School, a in every major conflict in the last 20 years, and exam member of the Advisory Board of Arcadia including Operation Desert Storm and Op- Center for Sustainable Food and a member eration Iraqi Freedom. He also appeared in JOSEPH P. CAVALLO, DDS for only $110.00 of Fairfax County Public School’s Health the 2012 movie “Battleship.” Gadson is de- General, Cosmetic, Implant (In the absence of Advisory Board, said she loves living in the scribed as an inspiration and his leadership & Restorative Dentistry periodontal disease) Expiration date 7/3/14 Mount Vernon District. “I love Mount has led to an improvement in Fairfax 12502 Lake Ridge Dr., Suite A, Lake Ridge, VA Vernon and I love Hollin Meadows,” she County’s relationship with Fort Belvoir. said. 703-910-3868 • www.CavalloDentistry.com Gadson is the garrison commander of Fort — Janelle Germanos We are on Angie’s List and voted Top Dentist by Nova Magazine

www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 ❖ 11 Opinion Myths About Medicaid Expansion Public Hearing Notice By Scott A. Surovell Fairfax County State Delegate (D-44) Myth #2 – Medicaid Expansion Costs State Taxpayer Money s the deadline to pass a budget The federal government will pay 100 Secondary Six Year Plan approaches, Virginians will percent of the cost of Medicaid expansion likely hear that state govern- in the first few years phased down to 90 The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) A ment could shut down because percent in the out years. This means about and The Board of Supervisors of Fairfax County, in of a stalemate over expanding Virginia’s $5 million per day from the federal Gov- accordance with § 33.1-70.01 of the Code of Medicaid program as encouraged by the ernment and over $750 million has been Virginia, will conduct a joint public hearing in the Affordable Care Act. I would like to clear lost through today by failing to act. up a few misconceptions. Multiple experts project Medicaid expan- Board Auditorium, Fairfax County Government sion will save Virginia taxpayers about $200 million Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Myth #1 – Virginia’s Medicaid Stalemate per biennium because the federal government will Fairfax, VA 22035 at 4:00 PM on June 17, 2014. Is a Partisan Dispute pay 90-100 percent of the cost of prison healthcare, There have been media reports that the Medicaid charity healthcare at university hospitals (e.g. the Uni- expansion fight is a Democrat-versus-Republican versity of Virginia and the Medical College of Vir- The purpose of this public hearing is to receive battle. It is not. ginia), community service board programs (mental public comment on the Secondary Six Year Three Republican state senators have proposed a health), free clinics and other Virginia-taxpayer Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2015 through compromise to use private insurance to expand Med- funded programs. 2020. Copies of the proposed plan may be icaid, similar to Republican proposals in Arkansas Medicaid expansion will also create 30,000 new and Indiana. All but one of Virginia’s 52 Democratic jobs which generates additional tax revenues for the reviewed at the VDOT’s Northern Virginia District legislators have indicated they would accept this, state as those workers earn and spend money. Office at 4975 Alliance Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030. but the Republican leadership of the House of Del- egates has refused to accept this compromise. Myth #3 –Virginia’s Medicaid System Is Persons requiring special assistance to attend Medicaid expansion has been accepted or pro- Rife with Fraud and participate in this hearing should contact the posed by the Republican governors and legislatures Virginia’s Medicaid Fraud unit (MFCU) recovered of Arizona, Ohio, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, a little over $11 million of roughly $8 billion spent Virginia Department of Transportation at 800-367- New Mexico, Indiana, Pennsylvania and Utah and it by the state last biennium. This means that fraud in 7623. Persons wishing to speak at this public is not a partisan issue. Similar to the federal gov- Virginia’s existing Medicaid program is less than two- hearing should contact the Office of the Clerk to ernment shutdown last fall, Virginia’s budget is tenths of one percent. While the MFCU has taken the the County Board of Supervisors at 703-324-3151. stalled because the conservative wing of the Repub- lead on several national fraud cases such as national lican party is battling moderate Republicans and Democrats. See Opinion, Page 13

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From Page 12 Myth #5 – The Federal Government Can “Bait and Switch” drug settlements, that does not equate to Several legislators have stated that once widespread fraud in Virginia’s system. Virginia commits, the federal government could reduce its share from 90 percent to Myth #4 – Medicaid Expansion Can 50 percent, leave Virginia taxpayers “hold- Be Resolved Outside the Budget ing the bag” and locked into to a more ex- Process pensive program. This is misleading. In the five years I have served, major Vir- The federal government sent Governor ginia Medicaid reforms have been legislated McAuliffe a letter stating that Virginia is free in the state budget instead of separate leg- to withdraw from a Medicaid expansion at islation. For example, Medicaid managed any time. Second, the U.S. Supreme Court care, which is a system under which pri- specifically held that requiring states to ex- vate health care plan covers and manages pand their Medicaid programs is unconsti- patient care, was authorized in the 2011 tutionally coercive. Some people apparently budget. In 2013, we created the Medicaid cannot accept the U.S. Supreme Court as Innovation and Reform Commission (MIRC) sufficient authority. to approve changes and expand Medicaid. In previous columns and on my blog at Medicaid expansion must be included in scottsurovell.blogspot.com I have written the budget because it would free up about about the importance of Medicaid to $200 million of taxpayer dollars — funds people’s health, health care facilities, long- that must be reappropriated to schools and term care and our society in general. Med- public safety now, not in 12 months. icaid is an important health insurance pro- Also, aside from precedent, the House gram for many reasons and it would be a Republican leadership has shown no sup- tragedy for our state to leave this gaping port for expanding Medicaid. Separating hole in our health care system. expansion from the budget is like starting It is an honor to serve as your state del- a negotiation after the contract has been egate. Feel free to email me at signed. [email protected] at any time. Bulletin Board VOLUNTEERS NEEDED From Page 9 Comfort Zone, an organization that helps give grieving children a voice, a place, and a closes. Classes begin Aug. 20. Visit www.nvcc.edu community in which to heal, grow, and lead or visit campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, more fulfilling lives, seeks volunteers. There is a Loudoun, Manassas, Springfield and volunteer training Saturday, May 3, 9 a.m.-3 Woodbridge. Call 703-323-3000 for more. p.m. at the VT/UVA Northern Virginia Center, 7054 Haycock Road, Falls Church. To register, visit www.comfortzonecamp.org/volunteers/ TUESDAY/OCT. 14 application. NOVA Registration Closes. Registration for Fairfax County needs volunteers to drive older Northern Virginia Community College’s second adults to medical appointments and wellness 8-week term closes. Classes begin Oct. 15. Visit programs. Call 703-324-5406, TTY 711, visit www.nvcc.edu or visit campuses in Alexandria, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults and link to Annandale, Loudoun, Manassas, Springfield and Volunteer Solutions or e- mail Woodbridge. Call 703-323-3000 for more. [email protected]. The Kingstowne Senior Center needs instructors for classes in art and bridge as well THURSDAY-FRIDAY/OCT. 16-17 as an experienced boater to discuss boating. Call Mental Health First Aid. 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at 703-324-5406, TTY 711, visit the South County Center, 8350 Richmond Hwy. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults and link to Public education program from the Fairfax-Falls Volunteer Solutions or e-mail Church Community Services Board Wellness and [email protected]. Health Promotion. Over a two-day course, The Mount Vernon Adult Day Health Care certified instructors help people learn to assist Center needs a volunteer assistant from 11 someone developing or experiencing a mental a.m.-3 p.m. on Fridays to assist with activities health problem or crisis. $25. Visit and on Fridays from 3-5 p.m. Call 703-324- www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hscode/ereg/ 5406, TTY 711, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ Registration.aspx?groupID=47. olderadults and link to Volunteer Solutions or e- mail [email protected].

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“These are fundamental on baking soda [or] Local foodies say things that can easily be lost why flour in bread in our very time-crunched makes such a different cooking with children worlds and long grocery product than flour in store aisles of prepared and pancakes.” can establish a lifetime over-processed foods.” Roll added, “I think Farmers markets can offer that starting simple of healthy habits. a goldmine of inspiration for helps, too. Chicken creating nutritious summer broth, chicken, car- By Marilyn Campbell meals. “[They] bring us sea- rots, celery and pasta, The Gazette sonal, fresh produce, grown with some seasoning close to home,” said Chris- still makes the best rom creating dough for tine Wisnewski, an instructor cold remedy there is. freshly baked bread to at Culinaria Cooking School A child can peel a car- F squeezing lemons for a in Vienna. “In contrast to the rot. A child can test neighborhood lemonade mad dash into the supermar- the doneness of pasta, stand, Michael Roll enjoys spending ket the rest of the year, the a child can learn that time in the kitchen with his children more relaxed summer sched- a little salt is great, no transforming ordinary food into nu- ule also gives us the chance salt is bland, and too tritious culinary creations, particularly to really look around and much salt is a disas- during the summer. He says that when broaden our food horizons.” ter.” parents cook healthy meals with their Offering children a wide With a little plan- selection of fresh food and a ning, parents can cre- chance to make their own se- ate delicious and “The more ‘from scratch’ lections broadens their culi- healthy fare with their nary horizons. “In my expe- children that is hands- and processing raw food rience, kids are more willing on, but safe. “Letting at home a child can see to try something new if they kids help cut fresh are given the opportunity to fruit for fruit salads is through their parents, choose that new item them- a great summer dish, selves,” said Wisnewski. said Beth Szymanski the better understanding “Challenge them to choose of Tiny Chefs, a culi- one new thing a week. “One nary academy with lo- the child can develop in week have them look for the cations in Fairfax, Ar- most beautiful fruit or veg- lington, Alexandria, terms of what makes food etable they can find at the Sterling, Ashburn, market, next week have them Reston, Herndon, healthy and unhealthy.” find the ugliest. You might all Centerville, Va., and — Michael Roll be surprised with how that Photo courtesy of Tiny Chefs Potomac, Md. “Kids experiment plays out. The Students at Tiny Chefs Culinary Academy learn to prepare love to help cut food children they model behavior that can kids will gain exposure and healthy meals. and having them use last a lifetime. you will gain experience. You lettuce knives lets “The more ‘from scratch’ and pro- were always curious about kohlrabi anyway, ably make passable cookies without any them really help out in the kitchen while cessing raw food at home a child can right?” help. My family’s passion for cookies is why.” keeping them safe.” see through their parents, the better Roll encourages parents to approach Szymanski adds that there are simple understanding the child can develop cooking with an attitude of enthusiasm. COOKING TECHNIQUES and the tasks short cuts to create substantial, low-main- in terms of what makes food healthy “Baking chocolate chip cookies, even with children undertake in the kitchen should be tenance meals. “Use an already cooked ro- and unhealthy and where our food my 6 year olds was fun because measuring age appropriate, said Roll. “For the really tisserie chicken to create a chicken salad or comes from,” said Roll, director, De- flour, sugar, learning how to crack an egg young, nothing beats funny shapes, layer- pasta salad in the summer time to keep the partment of Culinary Arts and Food were all exciting things for them,” he said. ing yogurt and fruit and granola in a clear kitchen cool without having to turn on the and Beverage Management at The Art “Licking raw batter and tasting warm cook- glass is magical to a child,” he said. “For oven, plus the kids love to help shred and Institute of Washington in Arlington. ies didn’t hurt, but at 11, my son could prob- the older, make baking a chemistry lesson cut up the chicken,” she said.

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Plymouth Haven Baptist Church Pastor Steve Foss congratulates Harry Davis. Davis Retires after 50 Years Plymouth Haven Christian Preschool. His Friends at Plymouth wife is a retiree from government service following 29 years in several organizations. Haven Baptist On May 13, the Plymouth Haven Baptist Church family joined with many of Davis’ Church pay tribute. close friends, family members, and commu- nity members to commemorate his 50th By BJ Smith year with the church, and to celebrate his retirement. Three of the 11 pastors Davis ew of us at age 19 are able to fore- served with attended, including Nunn who cast very far where we might be in hired him 50 years ago; the Rev. Doug F Farmer who now operates a youth camp at five or 10 years. So it was with Harry Henry Davis, who at age 19 was working Shenandoah Springs, and the Rev. Steve as a grocery delivery boy at a local market Foss, current pastor. Several letters from in Hollin Hall, south of Old Town Alexan- those who were unable to attend were read dria. and presented to Davis with best wishes and A church member of Plymouth Haven prayers. His kindness, reliability, and help Baptist Church who used the market ap- See Harry Davis, Page 27 proached Davis to ask if he might be interested in a custodian position at the church. Davis was driven about a mile down Fort Hunt Road to the church, and was introduced to then Pastor Charles Nunn. Nunn approved his hiring after a short time, and on April 12, 1964, Davis began what was to be the job of his life, 50 years of dedicated ser- vice to the same employer, and memories of friends, pastors and families who came and departed during his time with the church. Davis officially retired on May 30. Davis and his wife, the former Dee Beam, were married in September 1979. They have two children, Derek and Marisa, three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The grandchil- dren, Rashad, Rasheem, and Raman were often seen with Davis at the church on Saturdays, and from a young age through their teens at- tended Vacation Bible School as stu- dents and later as helpers. The great- grandson, also Rashad, who Davis Harry Davis, grandson Rasheem, and refers to as his pride and joy, has fol- great grandson Rashad address the lowed suit and is a student in the gathering. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 ❖ 17 Entertainment

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Torpedo Factory artist Rachel Kerwin works on a mural. The Torpedo Factory Art Center is celebrating its 40th anniversary this summer. ‘Fitting in with the Community Around Us’

mural on the walls in that space, and Kerwin ington D.C., said that Monday’s visit to the stitution and put together a book. I’ve just Torpedo Factory Art jumped at the opportunity to paint it. Torpedo Factory was her first. “We were been so fascinated by it.” “That space is the literal connector of the walking down the street and Clara said, ‘We The interactive gallery features a seating Center celebrates vibrancy inside the factory to the vibrancy have to go in the Torpedo Factory! I used to area that encourages visitors to spend time of the waterfront,” she said. “[I wanted] go there when I was a kid!’” she said. in the exhibit and learn about some of the 40 years. something that kind of draws in the public One person who is hoping to inform visi- memorable moments in the Factory’s his- and can also tell them a little bit about who tors about the tory, from a sto- By Kara Coleman we are and what’s inside this building.” Torpedo Factory’s len piece of art The Gazette Kerwin’s design for the mural begins with history as an art Details work in the late a simplistic idea, like paint-by-number, then center is art his- Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 North Union St. Call 1970s to a head- he doors to the Torpedo Factory morphs into an abstract design and finally torian and cura- 703-838-4565 or visit www.torpedofactory.org. line written by a Art Center slide open as visitors a more detailed picture. The piece recog- tor Roman Thursday, June 12, 6 p.m., there will be an unveiling D.C. art critic at of Rachel Kerwin’s mural, “Coloring Outside the Lines,” Tcome in to see artists at work in nizes that the Torpedo Factory welcomes Petruniak, who with guest speaker Mayor William D. Euille. That will be the art center’s their studios. Rachel Kerwin is anyone who is interested in art on any level. has pieced to- followed by a public reception for the Alexandria Commu- launch. Visitors one of those artists. Wearing earbuds and The building is home to several different gether an exhibit nity Art Library with a curatorial presentation by Roman are encouraged concentrating with each stroke, she paints classes and serves as studio space for art- in the Target Gal- Petruniak at 7 p.m. to contribute Saturday, June 21, at noon, there will be a public art a mural that she hopes connects the Fac- ists to work and sell their art. lery about the workshop. With the guidance of local artist Charles their own infor- tory to its visitors and the surrounding com- past 40 years. Robertson, visitors will learn the art of wheat paste and mation about the munity. THE OFFICIAL UNVEILING of the mu- The exhibit is an have the opportunity to decorate some of the TPAC’s com- Factory’s history “I was thinking a bit about who uses the ral will be held June 12, 6 p.m., and is part interactive gal- munal spaces. to the exhibit, building, how I see the building fitting in of the Torpedo Factory’s 40th anniversary lery that features which opened with the community around us,” Kerwin celebration that is continuing throughout hanging posters, a chest of tools, a collec- Sunday as the Alexandria Community Art said. “Lots of kids come here; lots of adults the summer. tion of books, and what Petruniak described Library. come here. So I was thinking about how When Alexandria native Clara Beyer wan- as a “cabinet of curiosities” — drawers con- “Sometimes, generating resources for art- you really see the whole range in this build- dered in to the Torpedo Factory on Monday taining quirky stories about the Factory’s ists can be just as creative a process as what ing, from people that know absolutely noth- afternoon, she had no idea that the art cen- history. the artists then do with those resources,” ing and just wander in, to people who are ter was commemorating 40 years, even “I enjoy digging through local art histo- Petruniak said. “In that sense, this exhibi- die-hard excited about art.” though she was part of its history. “I grew ries, so the Torpedo Factory became a won- tion really celebrates art work, but with a The mural encompasses the art center’s up in Old Town and took classes here when derful case study for me,” he said. “For the focus on the work. The Torpedo Factory is entry facing the waterfront and came about I was a kid,” said Beyer. “I took drawing 25th anniversary of the Factory, Marian Van a place for the working artist. Living and because of an open call from the Torpedo and ceramics with the Art League.” Landingham, the founder, collected a series sustaining a creative life; that’s what it’s all Factory Board. The board wanted a new Beyer’s friend Nicole Cacozza, of Wash- of stories about the first 25 years of the in- about.” Calendar

Email announcements to gazette@ artist Kimberly DiNatale. Gallery and-licorice or call 703-967-0437. Photography Exhibit. “Threesomes,” Washington D.C.’s upper class connectionnewspapers.com. Include date, hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. Art Exhibit. Through Friday, June 20, photography by Maureen Minehan in African Americans during the Harlem time, location, description and contact for Visit www.nvcc.edu/ see Alexandria artist Joan Ulrich’s sets of three standalone images. On Renaissance and jazz age. Younger event: phone, email and/or website. Pho- schlesingercenter/gallery.html. ceramics are on display in “Process as display in the Multiple Exposures readers are invited to read the tos and artwork welcome. Deadline is Children’s Theater. Arts on the Inspiration: New Work” at the Gallery at the Torpedo Factory, 105 picture book, “Harlem’s Little Thursday at noon, at least two weeks be- Horizon presents “Sunny and Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Ox North Union St. May 13-June 22. Blackbird,” by Renée Watson or the fore event. Licorice” at The Lab at Convergence, Road, Lorton. Galleries and studios Open daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m. except chapter book, “Bud, Not Buddy,” by 1801 N. Quaker Lane. Show is 30 are open Wednesday-Saturday, 11 Thursday, 2-8 p.m. Opening Christopher Paul Curtis. More than minutes and best for ages 2-5. a.m.-6 p.m. and Sundays noon-5 p.m. reception Sunday, June 1, 2-4 p.m. 50 related activities are planned ONGOING Performances are 10:30 a.m. June Meet the artist Sunday, June 8, 3-5 All Alexandria Reads. Spring events through May; for full list of programs 11-13; and 10 and 11:30 a.m. June 7 p.m. Visit www.joanulrich.com. mark Alexandria’s annual one book, visit www.alexandria.lib.va.us. Art Exhibit. Through June 8 at the and June 14. $8 tickets, purchase Art Exhibit. Through June 22, “Words one community campaign. Adults are Art Exhibit. “Women Legends of Schlesinger Center Margaret W. & online or at the door. At each show and Letters” in the Athenaeum invited to ready the recently Alexandria: 2007-2013” art exhibit Joseph L. Fisher Gallery, 3001 N. the group will collect non-perishable gallery, 201 Prince St. This republished “When Washington Was will be on display at Prudential Beauregard St. “Meditations on the food and canned good for multimedia show from regional in Vogue,” a once-lost novel by PenFed Realty, 300 N. Washington Boundless,” an exhibit of acrylic Community Lodgings. Visit artists uses text as a component of Edward Christopher Williams which paintings on yupo paper by Arlington www.artsonthehorizon.org/sunny- visual art. Visit www.nvfaa.org. depicts the vibrant social life of See Calendar, Page 20 18 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com From the Founder of TrattoriaTrattoria dada FrancoFranco Au Pied de Cochon Authentic Roman Cuisine in a traditional Italian setting Old Town Alexandria Restaurant A Fine French Bistro Papa Franco wishes you and your Special Father’s Day Menu Italian Vegetable Soup or Caesar Salad with Affordable Prices father a very happy Father’s Day! Asparagus Almondine • Suprema di Pollo Carciofi Linguine Misto Mare • Homemade Lobster Ravioli Live Music: Tiramisu or Tortone Gelato Daily Special Wednesday – Roberto on the piano WEEKNIGHT SPECIAL Friday – Bob Smith & Mike Blaney Dinner for two with wine $29.95 Whole Maine Lobster Saturday – David Redskin & Franco Monday – Thursday $ 9595 305 S. Washington Street Live Opera… $1717.. Old Town Alexandria 703.548.9338 Every Month Open for Trattoria-Dafranco.com Next Opera Night is June 29 Father’s Day Brunch & Dinner Celebrate Dad with our Award-Winning Brunch! Food fit for a King on a Family Budget! 235 Swamp Fox Road, Alexandria, VA 703-329-1010 Open Mon-Fri 8:00 am–10:00 pm Sat & Sun 9:30 am–10:30 pm Across from Eisenhower Metro & AMC Theatre

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From Page 18 Call 703-746-4356. Farmers Markets Drive, Clifton. The Fairfax Jubil-Aires St., suite 100. The exhibit will showcase Blue Star Museums. More than 2,000 rehearse every Wednesday which museums across America offer free includes training by an award- portraits from the Living Legends of Mount Vernon Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesdays, June 4- Alexandria project with selected admission to military personnel and winning director. Visit their families this summer through Sept. 24. Fresh local food, artisan crafts, live music, kids activities, www.fairfaxjubilaires.org for more. works from the Del Ray Artisans. cooking demonstrations and special events. 415 E Kincaid St., Mount Show runs through June 27. Hours Sept. 1. A complete list of museums is available at http://arts.gov/ Vernon. Visit www.mountvernonfarmersmarket.org for more. are Mondays-Fridays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Kingstowne Farmers Market. 4-7 p.m., Fridays, May 2-Oct. 31. Giant CAMPS, CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Visit www.thedelrayartisans.org for national/blue-star-museums. The museums in Alexandria participating parking lot, 5955 Kingstowne Towne Center, Alexandria. Products include Summer Aquatics Classes. For more. fresh organic honey, pies and rolls. Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ Art Exhibit. “Printed Painted Potted,” in the program are Gadsby’s Tavern youth and adults, including Museum, the Lee-Fendall House farmersmarkets/kingstownemkt.htm for more. swimming lessons, aqua aerobics, Avis Fleming’s show of etchings, Old Town Farmers Market. 7 a.m.-noon, Saturdays year round. Local lithographs, monotypes, paintings Museum and Garden and Stabler- Lifeguard Training, Swim Team Leadbeater Apothecary Museum. farmers and artists have been selling products there since 1753. Located Fundamentals and 2013 Gold and ceramics features landscapes and at Market Square, 301 King St. Call 703-746-3200 or email birds, people and dogs. Through June Doggy Happy Hours. 5-8 p.m. at Division Champions Wahoos Youth Jackson 20 and Hotel Monaco [email protected]. Swim Team. Register online at 30 at Printmakers Inc., Studio #325 Del Ray Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-noon, Saturdays year round. Features in Alexandria’s Torpedo Factory Art Alexandria, 480 King St. Thursdays www.alexandriava.gov/Recreation or during the summer. Free, drinks sold fresh vegetables and fruits in season, meats, eggs, fresh pasta and sauces, in person at the Registration and Center, 105 N. Union St. Open daily Amish cheese, yogurt, bakery goods and more. Located at the corner of 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Call 703-683-1342. separately. Treats and water for dogs, Reservations Office, 1108 Jefferson with pet boutique and service East Oxford and Mount Vernon avenues. Contact St. Contact Claudia Spencer at 703- Beyond the Battlefield Exhibition. [email protected] for more. Wednesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. vendors. Portions of proceeds benefit 74605414 or People. 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Fresh, locally grown, in-season vegetables as well as sweet Civil War medical care with a visitors to explore George for explorations of clay, collage, Washington’s design for the grounds juicy berries, apples, pears, and seasonal peaches. Vendors also sell fresh- drawing and painting as well as hospital room setup. $3. Visit squeezed orange juice, fresh-baked pastries, gourmet cheeses and more. www.leefendallhouse.org or call 703- of his estate, through a new creativity, problem solving, exhibition, “Gardens & Groves: Located at Ben Brenman Park, 4800 Brenman Park Drive, Alexandria. collaboration and fun. Call 703-201- 548-1789 for more. Visit www.westendfarmersmarket.org/#FarmersMarket for more. Photography Exhibit. Daily 11 a.m.-5 George Washington’s Landscape” at 1250 or visit p.m., Thursdays 2-9 p.m. June 24- Mount Vernon through Jan. 12, www.artatthecenter.org. Aug. 3. Multiple Exposures Gallery, 2016. Gardens & Groves is the first History Camp. The Lyceum, Torpedo Factory Art Center #312, museum exhibition to focus Classic cars, hot rods, exotic cars, “Presidents Passport,” Virginia’s Alexandria’s History Museum, is now 105 N. Union St. “Frozen Music,” a specifically on Washington’s motorcycles and more meet to share premier presidential trail. As an registering for a camp for children photography exhibit featuring new landmark achievements as a car stories and drink coffee. Group added bonus to this year’s program, ages 5-7. The camp runs Tuesday, works by Alan Sislen. Call 703-838- landscape designer combining rarely- meets the first Sunday of every visitors to the Alexandria Visitors July 29-Thursday, July 31, 9 a.m.- 4565 for more. seen original documents, artwork, month. 8:30-11 a.m. Center at 221 King St. showing or noon at the Lyceum, 201 S. Historical Exhibit. Through August at and books with period garden tools, Songwriter’s Showcase. Every purchasing a ticket to any of the Washington St. Clio’s Kids Mini- the Alexandria Black History landscape photography, and a scale Tuesday at 8 p.m. at The Old Town three presidential estates will, upon Camp engages children in American Museum, 902 Wythe St. “Sit Down model of the Mount Vernon estate. Theater, 815 1/2 King St. Features a request, receive for free Alexandria’s history and life in historic Alexandria and Take a Stand” commemorates Included in admission $18/adult; different Songwriter’s Association of “Key to the City” pass, which grants through artifacts, storytelling, the 1939 library sit-in of five African $17/senior citizen; $9/child age 6- Washington artist each week. Visit access into nine historic sites and singing, crafts, old-fashioned games American men and its mastermind, 11; children under 5 are free. Visit www.theoldtowntheater.com for museums in Alexandria - a $26 and visits to nearby historic places. Samuel Tucker. 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Ulysses S. James will con- Olivia Haijoff and Marc Ramirez of marcolivia will per- duct the Washington Metro- form Arthur Benjamin’s “Romantic Fantasy” with the politan Philharmonic’s Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic Sunday, June 8, season finale June 8. at T.C. Williams High School. WMP Concludes Season June 8

Olivia Haijoff and Marc Ramirez, of marcolivia, sug- Lyceum Summer Music gested Arthur Benjamin’s “Romantic Fantasy for Vio- lin, Viola and Orchestra.” Series on tap. “As soon as I heard it, I knew immediately that it would be wonderful for both the audience and the By Jeanne Theismann orchestra,” James said. “The music is truly roman- The Gazette tic, in the tradition of tonal, melodic and romantic music. I know that it will be well received by all, elections from Bela Bartok, Arthur Benjamin especially with Marc and Olivia performing.” Sand George Gershwin will highlight the sea- For the WMP finale, James chose Gershwin’s “Cat- son finale performance of the Washington Met- fish Row,” the original suite from “Porgy and Bess.” ropolitan Philharmonic Sunday, June 8 at T.C. Will- “I love the music, and get quite choked up when I iams High School. hear it,” James said. “I performed this with the or- “Every single musician, guest artist and conductor chestra many years ago and could not resist perform- has his or her own reason for choosing music,” said ing it again.” WMP Conductor and Music Director Ulysses S. Following the June 8 finale concert at T.C. Will- James. “As a conductor, I choose music that I would iams, the WMP will kick off its Summer Chamber want to listen to myself and program concerts that Music Series Sunday, June 15 at The Lyceum in Old will be exciting for me, the orchestra and the audi- Town. Now in its 24th year, the Chamber series fea- ence alike.” tures small ensembles and soloists in a series of free The centerpiece of the June concert will be Bartok’s weekly concerts held through September. “Concerto for Orchestra,” a work that James said he has admired since he first heard it in the 1950s. Tickets for the Sunday, June 8 “Bartok, Benjamin “Every time I hear it or work with it I am awed by and Gershwin” concert are $20 (18 and under admit- the freshness of the sound,” James said. “It is never ted free) and may be purchased online or at the door simple but always makes sense.” at T.C. Williams High School. The performance begins For the second selection, James’ longtime friends at 3 p.m. Visit www.wmpamusic.org for more. Calendar

Monday, July 7, Metropolitan School of school program for grades 1-6. The and enthusiasts of all skill levels are the Arts offers pre-professional program is located at both the Lorton invited to share work, ideas, and summer dance, music theater and studio at Workhouse Arts Center, questions at this free workshop held acting camps, as well as a wide 9517 Workhouse Way and in on the last Sunday of each month, variety of youth summer camps Alexandria at 5775 Barclay Drive. except December. No reservations. where students can explore and learn Programs will focus on the arts, Call 703-683-2205. many facets of the performing and including music, dance, theatre, yoga Theater Camp. Mount Vernon visual arts. Visit, and academics, as well as designated Community Children’s Theatre will www.metropolitanarts.org. homework time. The program will hold sessions starting June 30 to Martial Arts Camps. Potomac Kempo run Mondays, 1-6 p.m., and Tuesday- Aug. 22. There are two-week sessions teaches Shaolin Kempo, a blend of Friday, 3-6 p.m. Tuition runs from with morning, afternoon or all day Japanese Karate and Chinese Kung $130-150. Call 703-339-0444 or visit sessions, and one-week sessions that Fu. Potomac Kempo’s locations will www.metropolitanarts.org. go all day. Visit www.mvcct.org to host a camp “virtual tour” of China Life Drawing. Del Ray Artisans offers a register. July 14-18 at the new Huntington range of open life drawing sessions Stop Motion Animation and location, 5914 N. Kings Hwy.; and for anyone to develop life-drawing Cartooning. Aug. 18-21. 10 a.m.- Japan, July 21-25 at the Foxchase skills further. Just drop-in for the noon and 1-3 p.m. for ages 8-12. Art location, 4617 Duke St. For children session and bring your supplies to at the Center, 2804 Sherwood Hall age 5-12. Campers will learn about draw or paint our live models. Fee Lane. $140 for cartooning and $150 art, cuisine, history and language. ranges from $8-$12. All skill levels for stop-motion animation taught by Morning and afternoon sessions or are welcome. Del Ray Artisans is Christine Stoddard. Visit all-day option. Visit located at 2704 Mount Vernon Ave. www.artatthecenter.org/ www.potomackempo.com/summer- Visit www.TheDelRayArtisans.org for classessummer14.htm for more. camp or call 703-206-8064. a schedule. Metro Club After-School Program. Photography Workshop. 10:30 a.m.- Through June, the Metropolitan noon at Multiple Exposures Gallery THURSDAY/JUNE 5 School of Arts presents an after- on 105 N. Union St. Photographers Broadway Buffet. 2 p.m. at The Old Exp. 6/30/14 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 ❖ 21 Entertainment

Town Theater, 815 1/2 King St. Enjoy 31 songs and Mount Vernon Ave. Bruce Robison and Kelly song segments, 12 dance routines, dialog from Willis with special guest Dale Watson and the eight shows and 16 costume changes. $15. Visit Lonestars. $29.50. Visit www.birchmere.com or www.theoldtowntheater.com for more. call 703-549-7500. Live Music. 6-8 p.m. at Magnolia Terrace at the Carlyle House, 121 N Fairfax St. A part of the War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemoration. FRIDAY-SATURDAY/JUNE 6-7 Concert, “A British Invasion,” will feature the Broadway Buffet. 7:45 p.m. The Old Town music of popular British bands such as The Theater, 815 1/2 King St. Enjoy 31 songs and Beatles and Rolling Stones. Free. Call 703-549- song segments, 12 dance routines, dialog from 2997 or email [email protected] for more. eight shows and 16 costume changes. $18-$25 Shopping at Talbots. 6-8 p.m. Talbots of for show only, $43 includes hors d’oeuvres at 6 Alexandria, 601 N. Washington St. Talbots is p.m. Visit www.theoldtowntheater.com for donating 10 percent of pre-tax sales on more. merchandise for the evening to the Yellow Ribbon Fund. Call 703-684-0392 for more. Live Music. 6-9 p.m. Mount Vernon Inn SATURDAY/JUNE 7 restaurant, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Dezmo & The Secret Power of Knowledge. Highway. The Kevin Kline Band performs covers 11:30 a.m.The Old Town Theater, 815 1/2 King of many familiar Billy Joel, Elton John and St. A live family stage show featuring music, Bruce Hornsby tunes. Free. Visit dancing, audience participation, giveaways and www.mountvernon.org/Inn for more. more. $8. Visit www.theoldtowntheater.com for History Lecture. 7 p.m. at the Lyceum, 201 S. more. Washington St. Free. “The Longest Day: June 6, Croquet Day. Noon-3 p.m. Hensley Park, 1944” with the Senior Historian to the Secretary Alexandria. Come enjoy a day of croquet, lawn of Defense Tom Christianson. Part of games, food and drink with the whole family. Alexandria’s D-Day commemoration. Visit Proceeds go to SCAN’s abuse and neglect www.alexandriacaen.wordpress.com. prevention service. To register and for more information go to www.scanva.org. Youth Arts Festival. Noon-4 p.m. George THURSDAY/JUNE 5-7 Washington Middle School, 1005 Mount Vernon Spring Choir Show. 7 p.m. in the Springbank Ave. The largest youth arts festival in Alexandria Auditorium, West Potomac High School, 6500 showcasing visual and performance artists Quander Road. The West Potomac Choirs throughout the city. Family friendly with present their annual spring show with an interactive arts booths. Visit http:// OLD TOWN ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR exciting evening of great Grammy, Oscar and arhaevents.wordpress.com/2014/03/21/youth- Tony award-winning music. Tickets will be arts-festival-scene/ for more. available at the door and sold online. Call 703- History Unleased. Noon-4 p.m. The Lee-Fendall IN COLLABORATION WITH ARTSFEST, 718-2687. House, 614 Oronoco St. Programs and activities highlighting the roles of animals in the history of the house and and in Alexandria. Children’s INCLUDING MORE THAN A DOZEN ARTS ORGANIZATIONS, FRIDAY/JUNE 6 activities available and shelter animals will be Food Truck Rodeo. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at Southern up for adoption. $4-$6. Visit CELEBRATING “A YEAR OF EXTRAORDINARY ANNIVERSARIES” Towers, 4901 Seminary Road. Savory food, www.leefendallhouse.org or fashioned-focused trucks and businesses from www.alexandriaanimals.org for more. Alexandria’s West End. Visit D-Day Commemoration. 2:30 p.m. at Market www.alexandriaweba.com. Square, 301 King St. WWII re-enactors, visit a SATURDAY, JUNE 14 • 3 - 8 P.M. AT MARKET SQUARE Live Music. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 recreated WWII Navy Recruiting Center, dance Fine Arts, Crafts, Live Entertainment, and more!

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to the Alexandria Citizens Band Swing Art Reception & Meet the Artist. advance. Visit www.focusmusic.org. Band, and hear a live re-enactment of 6:30-8 p.m. Torpedo Factory Art War of 1812 Boat Tour. 7-10 p.m. an authentic Omar Bradley press Center, Studio 21, 105 N. Union St. Leaves from the Potomac Riverboat conference. Children are welcome. “Figural Fine Lines” is Susan O’Neill’s Company’s dock near 205 The Free. Part of Alexandria’s D-Day art inspired by human form. Visit Strand. Enjoy a river cruise of the Mark Gustina, MS commemoration. Visit www.theartleague.org for more. Potomac that highlights significant CCC-A Audiologist www.alexandriacaen.wordpress.com. Live Music. 7 p.m. at The Athenaeum, sights along the way. Tickets include 201 Prince St. Jeff Smith performs a dinner buffet and open bar. $75. 571-312-7345 country, blues and rock. $10. Call Visit shop.alexandria.gov or call 703- cosmetichearing SUNDAY/JUNE 8 703-548-0035 or visit www.nvfaa.org 746-4242 for more. solutions.com Civil War Sunday. 1-5 p.m. for more. 424 S. Washington St., Alexandria Archaeology Museum, Wine Dinner. 7-10 p.m. Union Street Alexandria, VA 105 N. Union St., #327. Explore the Public House, 121 South Union St. SUNDAY/JUNE 15 (Across from CVS) Civil War in Alexandria with artifacts The Winery at La Grange brings you Father’s Day Barbecue. 10 a.m.-5 Most Major Medical like an original May 26, 1861 a five-course dinner including five p.m. Mount Vernon Inn, 3200 Mount Insurance Accepted newspaper and an exhibit featuring a wines, including La Grange Viogner, Vernon Memorial Highway. “General diorama of a heating system used to which has not been released to the Washington” poses for photographs warm Civil War hospital tents. Free. public yet. $70. Contact Dina and talks about his role as husband Visit www.alexandriaarchaeology.org Ramsted at and father of the country. Learn or call 703-746-4399 for more. [email protected] or about 18th Century distilleries, watch Washington Metropolitan 703-548-1785 and visit https:// the 16 foot water wheel in action and Philharmonic Orchestra. 3 p.m. usph.webconnex.com/ enjoy a barbecue. $9-$30. Contact T.C. Williams High School, 3330 0612WineDinner to purchase tickets. 703-780-0011 for more or to make King St. The last show of the 2013-14 barbecue reservations. season featuring three composers’ Father’s Day Open House. 1-4 p.m. complex works. $20, under 18 free. FRIDAY/JUNE 13 at Friendship Firehouse Museum, 107 Private Yacht Charter Visit www.wmpamusic.org or contact Live Music. 7:30 p.m. at the S. Alfred St. Tour the firehouse for Alexandria’s Yacht for All Occasions! [email protected] or 703-799- Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. free. A photographer will take 8229. Scott Kurt performs, opens for portraits of families next to historic Corporate Events, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Reunions Southside Johnny & The Asbury equipment. Children will receive a Jukes. Visit http:// fire hat. Visit www.alexandriava.gov/ MONDAY/JUNE 9 scottkurtmusic.blogspot.com. FriendshipFirehouse or 703-746- Potomac Belle Herbal Medicine Workshops. 7-8 4994 for more. p.m. at the Stabler-Leadbeater Lyceum Summer Chamber Series. Ideal for up to 35 guests - Docked in Old Town Apothecary Museum, 105-107 South FRIDAY/JUNE 13-SUNDAY/JULY 20 3 p.m. The Lyceum, 201 S. Fairfax St. A series of workshops, Art Gallery. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 Washington St. The United States (703) 868-5566 “Herbal Medicine and Stress: Past p.m. from June 13-July 20. An Army String Trio performs Bach and www.potomacbelle.com and Present.” Professional exhibition of Marcelo Novo’s Goldberg. Free, donations accepted therapeutic herbalist Lin Porter paintings on maps and stamps titled, at the door. Visit teaches how herbs were and still are “Here, There, Somewhere.” The www.wmpamusic.org or call 703- used to relieve stress-related mixed media gallery will be on 799-8229 for more. symptoms while exploring practical display in the Margaret W. and options for controlling stress in Joseph L. Fisher Art Gallery, 3001 modern life. $8 per person, North Beauregard St. Call 703-845- MONDAY/JUNE 16 reservations required. Visit 6156 for more. Herbal Medicine Workshops. 7-8 www.shop.alexandriava.gov or call p.m. at the Stabler-Leadbeater 703-746-3852. Apothecary Museum, 105-107 South Genealogy Workshop. 7 p.m. at The SATURDAY/JUNE 14 Fairfax St. A series of workshops, Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. Listen to Alexandria Art Market. 10 a.m.-4 “Herbal Medicine and Stress: Past stories about scandals, scamps and p.m. in Colasanto Park, 2704 Mount and Present.” Professional evil-doers and learn how to find them Vernon Ave. Local artists will therapeutic herbalist Lin Porter in your own genealogy. Led by a perform. Browse artwork by local teaches how herbs were and still are professional genealogist and citizen artists and more. Visit used to relieve stress-related archivist. Call 703-548-0035 or visit www.TheDelRayArtisans.org/ symptoms while exploring practical www.nvfaa.org for more. ArtMarket for more. options for controlling stress in Old Town Days: Celebrity Rainforest Reptiles Alive. 11:30 modern life. $8 per person, Impersonators Showcase. 7:30 a.m. at The Old Town Theater, 815 reservations required. Visit http:// p.m. The Old Town Theater, 815 1/2 1/2 King St. Meet animals from each shop.alexandriava.gov or call 703- King St. A 90 minute review of the layer of the rainforest and hear 746-3852. world’s top female legends with a Las stories of survival in the endangered Old Town Days: Celebrity Vegas/Atlantic City feel featuring environment. Animals may include Impersonators Showcase. 7:30 impersonations of Tina Turner, an iguana and boa constrictor. $10. p.m. The Old Town Theater, 815 1/2 Beyonce and more. $20-$30. Visit Visit www.theoldtowntheater.com. King St. A 90 minute review of the www.theoldtowntheater.com. Gum Springs Community Day. 1-5 world’s top female legends with a Las p.m. at the Martin Luther King Jr., Vegas/Atlantic City feel featuring Community Park, 8115 Fordson impersonations of Tina Turner, THURSDAY/JUNE 12 Road. The free family event features Beyonce and more. $20-$30. Visit Live Music. 6-8 p.m. at Magnolia music, food, demonstrations, www.theoldtowntheater.com. Terrace at the Carlyle House, 121 N children’s activities and information Fairfax St. A part of the War of 1812 booths. The Gum Springs Historical Bicentennial Commemoration. The museum will be open. Visit TUESDAY/JUNE 17 Ship’s Company Chanteymen will www.newgumspringscivicassociation.com. Live Music. 7:30 p.m. at the perform sailor songs from the 18th Live Music. 7 p.m. at St. Aidan’s Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. and 19th centuries. Free. Call 703- Episcopal Church, 8531 Riverside Rd. Joe Ely performs. $29.50. Visit 549-2997 or email Alexandria. John and Sarah Flynn www.ely.com, www.birchmere.com [email protected]. perform. $18 general, $15 in or call 703-549-7500.

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drove Williams home later in the inning Wolverines Miller, with a sacrifice fly. With a 4-1 lead in the bottom of the fifth, Williams hit back-to- third baseman Annabelle Miller crushed a two-run home run to extend the Wolver- back home runs. ines’ lead to 6-1. By Tommy Valtin-Erwin “When you’re playing quality teams when Members of the West Potomac softball team celebrate with Raven Will- The Gazette you get to this level, anytime you can add iams, top center, after Williams hit a home run during the Wolverines’ insurance runs it makes a big difference,” region quarterfinal victory against Fairfax on Monday. he West Potomac softball team West Potomac head coach Craig Maniglia had been dominant at home all said. “It’s hard to come back against domi- strength,” Maniglia said. “We put the ball [against Centreville], but sometimes you’re Tseason, losing just twice during nant fielding and quality pitching when the in play and don’t give up runs and it plays two different teams.” the 2014 campaign. The Wolver- runs keep going up against you. It’s big.” pretty well.” The bright spot for the Fairfax offense was ines gave up an average of just two runs In the very next at bat, Williams drove a West Potomac advanced to the regional second baseman Kiana Sherlund, who was per game at home while scoring more than solo home run to left field to secure the vic- semifinals, where the Wolverines faced 2-for-3 on the night and drove in the Rebels’ eight. tory for the Wolverines. South County on Wednesday, after The lone run in the third inning. It shouldn’t come as a surprise, then, that “It was really great,” Williams said of the Gazette’s deadline. Despite her best efforts, it wasn’t enough West Potomac’s bats were hot during a 7-1 back-to-back home runs. “Everyone was just The loss marked the end of a strong sea- to overcome the dominant Wolverines of- home victory over Fairfax on June 2 in the so intense, but we stuck together and got it son for the Fairfax Rebels, who finished with fense. 6A North regional quarterfinals. done.” a final record of 15-8. “[West Potomac] came out ready to play; First baseman Raven Williams got things The West Potomac defense, anchored by “This was the best season our team’s had there’s not much you can do when they’re going in the bottom of the first inning with Orleans, dominated the game, giving up just in years, so I’m proud of these girls,” Rebels smoking it like that,” Hoffert said. “They’re a bases-clearing triple, giving West Potomac one run on seven hits. coach Matt Hoffert said after the game. a great team, and hopefully we see them an early 2-0 lead. Pitcher Jayne Orleans “All year our defense has been our “They played a great game Friday night move on in the playoffs.” West Potomac Boys’ Soccer Reaches Region Semifinals Wolverines beat Oakton, lose to Washington-Lee.

Photos by Craig Sterbutzel/The Gazette By Jon Roetman quarterfinals. The Gazette On Tuesday, West Potomac faced Confer- ence 6 champion Washington-Lee in the he West Potomac boys’ soccer team semifinals. The Wolverines overcame a slow Tentered the 6A North region tour- start to tie the match at 2-all entering half- nament as the No. 3 seed from Con- time, but the undefeated Generals proved ference 7 following a sub-par performance too strong. against South County in the semifinals. Washington-Lee defeated West Potomac The Wolverines would quickly turn things 4-2 on June 3 in Arlington. W-L sophomore around. Maycol Nunez scored three goals for the West Potomac knocked off Osbourn Park, Generals, including the game-winner in the the No. 2 seed from Conference 8, 2-0 in 62nd minute. W-L senior Rommel Romano the opening round of regionals on May 28. added an insurance goal in the 69th minute. Two days later, the Wolverines upset Con- The loss ended West Potomac’s season, ference 5 champion Oakton, 2-1, in the while Washington-Lee advanced to the re- West Potomac midfielder gion final and secured a state berth. Nelson Flores (6) scored Sports Briefs “We didn’t do well in the conference semi- a goal against Washing- finals, at all, and they picked it up and just ton-Lee during the 6A started playing,” West Potomac head coach North region semifinals West Potomac Andrew Peck said. “… We played three of on Tuesday. the best teams in Northern Virginia [dur- Baseball Falls in ing the region tournament] and knocked two of the three out. We gave these guys a Region Quarterfinals run for their money, it just came to the very The West Potomac baseball team lost to end and they put the ball in the back of the Bright Somuah (23) Madison 7-6 in 12 innings during the 6A net and we couldn’t. We had some chances, and the West North region quarterfinals on June 2. but they pulled it out, made it happen.” Potomac boys’ West Potomac was one out from victory Nunez scored a pair of first-half goals to soccer team reached in the 11th inning, when Madison’s Mike give W-L a 2-0 advantage. After West fell one win shy of Nielsen hit a two-run home run to tie the Potomac forward Bright Somuah hit the qualifying for the score at 6-all. post with a shot, midfielder Nelson Flores state tournament. West Potomac finished the season with a scored, cutting the Wolverine deficit to 2-1 15-9 record. The Wolverines reached the in the 30th minute. Julian Esquer-Perez. about 20, 15 minute left [in the match], Conference 7 championship game, where Moments before halftime, defender “The last 10 minutes [of the first half], you could just tell they were still pushing they lost to West Springfield. West Potomac Daniel Damiani found the back of the net you could just tell they ramped it up and and we were starting to get a little gassed.” knocked off Patriot 8-2 in the opening round on a free kick from 50 yards out, putting were ready to go,” Peck said. “… The guys West Potomac finished the season with of regionals on May 30. the ball over the head of W-L goalkeeper just came back and kept fighting. With an 8-5-2 record. 24 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ June 5-11, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Schools 25th Annual West Potomac Spring Show Opens Thursday

he 25th annual West concert. The show is directed by Potomac High School Ernest Johnson and choreo- TSpring Show opens graphed by Gennifer Difilippo. Thursday, June 5, at 5 Additional performances will p.m. in the Springbrook Audito- take place Friday and Saturday, rium. This year’s show is a celebra- June 6 and 7, at 7 p.m. tion of songs that received nomi- Tickets: Adults - $10 in advance; nations for Grammys, Oscars and $12 at the door. Tony Awards and the 25th anni- Students - $5 in advance; $8 at versary of Ernest Johnson as cho- the door. ral director at West Potomac. More Advance tickets can be ordered than 100 students at West Potomac through: https://tix.seatyourself and the pyramid schools are par- .biz/webstore/webstore.html ticipating in the musical and dance ?domain=westpotomacchoirs

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Alexandria dancers Payton Rapp, Rylie Heiser, Ailita Whalen and Kylie Rapp

Chorus director Ernest Johnson confers with choreogra- pher and dance instructor Gennifer Difilippo during Monday afternoons dress rehearsal for the upcoming Spring Show at West Potomac High School.

Emma Wilson, Hunter Harlow and Camille Brewster

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