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Favorite Dr. Seuss characters such as the Cat in the Hat (George Stiefel), Thing 1 and Thing 2 (Ruby Larimer and Syd Kirk) come to life in McLean High School’s musical “Seussical.”

Caring By Calling News, Page 3 Cooper Middle Hosts a Lip Sync Battle News, Page 13

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Melanie Pincus, of McLean High schools recognized at the Virginia DECA School, has been named the Virginia State Leadership Conference held March Journalist of the Year by the Virginia 3-5 in Virginia Beach. Association of Journalism Teachers and Advisers. John Ferguson, of McLean, was named to the dean’s list at Salisbury Oakcrest School announced in University (Salisbury, Md.) for the fall February that it received a grant total- 2016 semester. ing more than $126,000 from the E. L. Wiegand Foundation of Reno, Nevada. Laurie Isabelle Shapiro, of The grant will be directed to support Mclean, was awarded an undergraduate programs promoting STEM-based degree in liberal studies from Longwood learning and equip the school’s new University (Farmville, Va.) in fall 2016. science lab at its permanent campus in Vienna. Maddy Clark, of McLean, was named to the dean’s list at Bates College Taylor V. Goldman, of McLean, (Lewiston, Maine) for the fall semester was named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at ending in December 2016. Clark, the St. Lawrence University (Canton, N.Y.). daughter of Andrew E. Clark and Elaine Metlin, of McLean, is a 2016 graduate of Bryan Christopher Diner, of Georgetown Day School. McLean, graduated from Miami Univer- sity (Miami, Fl.) in December 2016. Etta Davis, of Great Falls, a senior at Oakcrest School in McLean, will be James Richard Williams, of playing Division III lacrosse for the U.S. McLean, graduated from Miami Univer- Coast Guard Academy (New London, sity (Miami, Fl.) in December 2016. Conn.). In addition to being a founding player of the lacrosse team, Etta played Kyle Alexander, of McLean, a third- one year of varsity volleyball, two years year biochemistry major, has received of varsity cross country, and four years an undergraduate research award at the of varsity basketball, leading her team to University of Virginia. the Potomac Valley Athletic Conference (PVAC) finals. Oakcrest hosted an offi- Ashley Mehra, of McLean, a third- cial signing ceremony in the school’s year politics honors and distinguished chapel in March. The ceremony was at- majors program in classics major, has tended by the entire student body, Etta’s received an undergraduate research parents, her brother, and the school’s award at the University of Virginia. mascot — Charlie the Charger.

Olivia McAuliffe and Viraj Elle Rosse, of McLean, will play Sunderam of McLean High School, Morticia Addams when Foxcroft School were among the 347 students from 19 presents the musical “The Addams Fam- Fairfax County Public Schools high ily” on April 21-22.

2 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ April 19-25, 2017 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection Editor Kemal Kurspahic News 703-778-9414 or [email protected] Caring By Calling PRS CareRing helps people aged 65 and over in Fairfax County to “age in place.”

By Fallon Forbush She gets an answer this time. The Connection “You start to know their routines,” she said. ilary Crockett dials the next Crockett asks her if she had taken her person on her list. It’s a Fri- medication. She is told that she has ice Hday morning around 10 packs on her legs, as her doctor recom- o’clock and she wakes the mended, because they “give her problems woman on the other end from sleep. sometimes.” She proceeds to ask if she had eaten She wants to feel better so she can at- breakfast and if she had any plans for the tend her prayer group. She also needs to day. She is told that a caretaker would be get dressed so she can head to the bank and coming to the home soon. work on Medicaid paperwork. “She sounded very content,” said Photo by Fallon Forbush/The Connection Crockett, who is a stay-at-home mom with TODAY IS A GOOD DAY for this call re- Hilary Crockett of Falls Church: “These people do not or cannot leave older children. cipient, though she has been very anxious their home, so this phone call could be their one connection.” Her conversation with the woman was and overwhelmed on other days, accord- quick and humdrum—routine. ing to Crockett. Inc. runs its crisis and suicide prevention helping the organization with a new en- She moves on to the next person on her Crockett is making her calls sitting in the hotline. deavor. She is a volunteer of CareRing 2.0, list. This time, she does not get an an- basement below the Virginia Hospital While the hotline is accustomed to help- a program that provides regular outbound swer. She makes another attempt 10 min- Center’s Urgent Care facility on South Carlin ing callers with emotional trauma, family utes later. Spring Road in Arlington. This is where PRS, crises and suicide prevention, Crockett is See Caring, Page 5

James C. Macdonald Fine Arts Scholarship Competition Finalists Eric Photos by Lisa Helfert Photography. Lin, Philena Sun, Ethan Hsiao, Jamie Goodson, Syona Ayyankeril, James C. Macdonald Fine Arts Scholarship Competition First-Place Annie Gardner, Claire Goldhush, Carenna Slotkoff, Madeleine Walker, Winners: Jamie Goodson (Vocal Music), Madeleine Walker (Dance), Kathleen Tiernan and Isabella Swigart. Eric Lin (Instrumental Music) and Annie Gardner (Theatre). Young Performing Artists Honored

he Alden in McLean has awarded 6631 Old Dominion Dr. Swigart, Sophomore, McLean High School. Slotkoff, Sophomore, McLean High Tscholarships to eleven local high The James C. Macdonald Performing Arts ❖ Instrumental Music Category; First School. school students through the Scholarship Competition encourages artis- Place: Eric Lin, Junior, Thomas Jefferson This year’s distinguished judges were: 2017 James C. Macdonald Performing tic achievement and promotes study in the High School for Science and Technology; Dance Category, Ivy Chow, Chelsea Smith Arts Scholarship Competition. The com- arts by high school students who reside or Second Place: Philena Sun, Junior, McLean and Cynthia Yan-Lam Lin; Instrumental petition began with a preliminary audi- attend school in the McLean district (Small High School; Third Place: Ethan Hsiao, Music Category, Anne Curley, Sarah tion in mid-March and culminated in a Tax District 1A, Dranesville). Scholarship Freshman, Basis Independent School, Markovitz and Ethan Watermeier; Guest, final competition on stage at The Alden prizes of $1,200 are awarded to students McLean. Instrumental Music Category John at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29. Prizes placing first in each of four categories: ❖ Theatre Category; First Place: Ann Eaton. were presented by MCC Governing Board Dance, Instrumental Music, Theatre and Nichols Gardner, Sophomore, McLean High Theatre Category, Michael Bergman, Chair Laurelie B. Wallace and The Alden’s Vocal Music. Second-place winners are School; Second Place: Claire Goldhush, Jun- Morgan Brophy and Khaleshia Thorpe- Director of Youth Theatre Programs awarded $800 and third-place winners win ior, Langley High School; Third Place: Price. Danielle Van Hook. A division of the $400. Carenna Slotkoff, Sophomore, McLean High Vocal Music Category — Morgan McLean Community Center, where The This year’s winners are: School. Brophy, Sarah Markovitz and Ethan Alden Theatre is housed at 1234 ❖ Dance Category; First Place: Madeleine ❖ Vocal Music Category: First Place: Watermeier. Ingleside Ave. The building is currently Walker, Senior, McLean High School; Sec- Jamie Goodson, Senior, Langley High; Sec- For more information, call The Alden closed for renovation. MCC’s administra- ond Place: Kathleen Tiernan, Junior, ond Place: Syona Ayyankeril, Senior, at 703-790-0123, TTY: 711, or visit: tive offices are temporarily located at McLean High School; Third Place: Isabella McLean High School; Third Place: Carenna http://ow.ly/VXLR30aDxAp. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ April 19-25, 2017 ❖ 3 News

Rep. Barbara Comstock (R-10) visiting a school at Azraq refugee camp in Jordan.

Comstock Constituents Demand In-Person Townhall

embers of the Indivisible VA partners – in order to restore stability and District 10 Facebook group reinvigorate our common goal of eliminat- Mplanned daily demonstra- ing the threat of ISIS and terrorism.” tions outside of U.S. Rep. During the trip, the lawmakers met with Barbara Comstock’s district office in Ster- Egyptian President Al-Sisi, Lebanese Min- ling last week while Congress was in recess ister of Education and Jordan Prime Minis- for the Easter holiday. ter Hani Al-Mulki. However, Comstock was not in the While Comstock was visiting Egypt, Jor- country. dan and Lebanon, the Indivisible group had She was visiting the Middle East with two shifts of about a dozen people demon- three of her colleagues: U.S. Reps. Darrell strating outside of her office each weekday, Issa (R-Calif.); Juan Vargas (D-Calif.); and according to Jan Hyland, a member of the Claudia Tenney (R-N.Y.). group. Comstock released the following statement “Generally, folks spend some time hold- after returning home on Friday, April 14: ing a banner and signs for traffic along “As believers around the world observed Route 7, then go up to the office to share Holy Week, I appreciated the opportunity their questions and concerns with staff — to visit and hear from those who serve our always urging a town hall,” Hyland said in fellow man – our military men and women an email. and national security leaders, our State Each day of the groups, Reclaim Recess Department and diplomatic leaders, and our demonstrations had a focus: humanitarian partners serving the refugee ❖ #ModerateMonday — Moderate Vot- population. The work they have done is ing Record? Call to Hold a Townhall extraordinary and it was instructive to see ❖ #ToxicTuesday — Environment and how they work together to meet the chal- Science lenges of the refugee population and the ❖ #NoWallWednesday — Immigration region, and to bring more stability to the and Budget Mideast. We met with the mothers, fathers, ❖ #HealthyThursday — American Health teachers, health care providers, and chil- Care Act of 2017, Health and Family Issues dren at the refugee camps and heard from ❖ #ForeignInfluenceFriday — Investigate them about life in these camps and the de- Russia sire of the refugees to be able to go home, On Friday, April 14, the group delivered and the vital support they still need. It’s a basket full of messages that it collected clear that Americas’ leadership in the re- from the public during the week of protests. gion is essential to marshal the international community, and our allies and strategic — Fallon Forbush

Photo provided by Jan Hyland The Indivisible group demonstrated against the Trump administration and Congress for its slow investigation of alleged Russian ties to the president and the presidential election on Friday, April 14.

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From Page 3 This also gives clients peace of District Military Academy Day mind because, a lot of times, older U.S. Rep. Barbara Comstock (R-10) announced the annual 10th telephone calls to older adults don’t want to have to rely Congressional District Military Academy Day. This year’s Military Fairfax County residents who on their children for support, ac- Academy Day will be held on Saturday, May 6, from 10 a.m.-1 are isolated. cording to Mayer. p.m. at the Loudoun County Public School Administration Build- PRS CareRing clients will “They don’t want to make their ing located at 21000 Education Court, Ashburn. The event is free receive daily or bi-weekly calls kids worry, so having a third party and open to all students, parents and guidance staff who are in- from trained volunteers like to do that puts less of a burden on terested in learning more about the nation’s service academies. Crockett. their kids,” Mayer said. Representatives from the following service academies will be in “It’s a neat service,” The calls are free for county resi- attendance: Army, Navy, Air Force, Merchant Marine. Representa- Crockett said. “People are dents, as the program is fully tives from the Coast Guard, Marine Corps ROTC program, the Vir- mostly by themselves and iso- funded through a new two-year ginia Army National Guard, Virginia Military Institute, the Virginia lated. Having people feel that grant from the county’s Consoli- Tech Corps of Cadets and The Citadel have also been invited. Addi- they’ve been heard is a re- dated Community Funding Pool tionally, the American Legion and Randolph-Macon Academy will warding experience.” program. This program funds or- be represented. Each of the academies will make a presentation There are nearly 125,000 ganizations to provide human ser- and students will be able to meet with admissions staff and ask people aged 65 and over liv- vices or affordable housing devel- questions. Contact Mary Ann Cannon on Comstock’s staff at 703- ing in Fairfax County, accord- opment for the county. 404-6903 or by email at [email protected]. ing to the U.S. Census “We were really lucky to get Bureau’s 2015 American funding and it is unusual, but the Community Survey. That is gap is so great for older adults in McLean Community more than 11 percent of the Fallon Forbush/The Connection the county,” Mayer said. county’s total population. Hilary Crockett of Falls Church Mary Havers, the CareRing su- Garage Sale Coming April 22 “You realize there’s a lot of has been volunteering by pervisor, makes calls daily. The McLean Community Center will hold its annual Spring Com- people struggling and a lot of making phone calls for the “I get to know these people and munity Garage Sale from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., on Saturday, April 22. people who don’t want to be CareRing program on Friday they’re surface-level friends,” said The sale will be held in the parking garage located at 1420 Beverly alone,” Crockett said. “These mornings for the past year. Havers. “I know how they’re do- Road. Admission to the sale and parking are free. people do not or cannot leave ing. I know how their dog is. I The sale will offer shoppers the opportunity to purchase a wide their home, so this phone call could be their one con- know when they went to the vet and I know when variety of household items, toys, electronics, glassware, clothing, nection.” they went to the doctor. I know that they went and baby items, collectibles and more at bargain prices. A limited num- These people are aging in place. bought a new hat the other day and they’re really ber of selling spaces remain and can be purchased for $45. Indi- These are people who really don’t fit the criteria excited about that.” viduals selling personal items and some commercial vendors may for assisted living facilities. Their emotions, and excitement, transfer onto her. participate. “These are individuals who may be quite capable “Sometimes I’ll be walking down the halls and I’ll For more information, or to reserve a selling space, call the of living in their own homes, keeping their homes be super excited,” she said. “People will be like, ‘Why Center at 703-790-0123, TTY: 711, or visit: and affording their own homes, but there is concern are you excited?’ And I’ll be like, ‘Ken just got a hat!’ www.mcleancenter.org/special-events and register online using that they may be more vulnerable for exploitation So, it’s really rewarding for me because I get to hear activity number 2001.317. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, or neglect, or maybe their faculties are good but not everybody’s stories and it’s positive for the most part.” April 19, or until sold out. completely in place to remember to make payments Primary care physicians and faith communities This event has been made possible with the support of General on their bills and stuff like that,” said Laura Mayer, often refer people to the program, according to Assets, Inc., Giant Food and McLean Properties. the CareRing program director. “What we’re looking Mayer, but individuals may also refer themselves. to do is provide a service that is for those individuals The program can support up to 40 people in the who are not ready yet to need supportive care.” program and spots are still available. Taste of Korea, Culture The goal of the program is to enhance aging in place by addressing social and emotional needs, pro- FOR INFORMATION about enrolling or referring Festival in McLean viding medication reminders, helping prevent exploi- someone who is at least 60 years old and is aging in Come and sample the homemade Korean Food and experience tation and neglect, and providing a simple connec- place in Fairfax County for the CareRing 2.0 program, Korean Culture at the Korean United Methodist Church of Greater tion with others. visit www.prsinc.org/crisislink/services/carering or Washington on Saturday, April 29, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 1219 Swinks “We often get adult children who are looking to call 703-516-6769. Mill Road, McLean. In addition to an array of popular Korean foods find other resources to support their aging parents PRS is also looking for more volunteers to help such as Korean barbecue and potstickers, there will be cultural who are concerned because they may not be able to make phone calls for the CareRing program. Those programs such as Korean dance performances, paper folding, try- check on them every day,” Mayer said. “We give them interested can apply online at ing on traditional Korean costumes and games for children. Also peace of mind that their mom or dad is being checked www.prsincvolunteers.applicantpro.com/jobs/ there will be a rummage sale and sale of Korean knick-knacks. on regularly.” 500945.html.

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The Connection is seeking submissions www.ConnectionNewspapers.com An independent, locally owned weekly Mother’s Day for its annual photo gallery. newspaper delivered to homes and businesses. other’s Day is Sunday, May 14 this newspapers.com. what they know about their community for Published by Local Media Connection LLC Myear and as usual every year at this Immediately after we publish our Mother’s neighbors and newcomers alike. time, The Connection calls for sub- Day photo galleries, we will begin to ask for And wrapping up the year, we gather writ- 1606 King Street missions to our Mother’s Day photo gallery. submissions for our annual Father’s Day gal- ing and art from local students to fill our holi- Alexandria, Virginia 22314 Send photos of mothers, grandmothers, leries. Each year we seem to receive many more day edition. Each year, through an enormous Free digital edition delivered to great-grandmothers, with children or without photos for Father’s Day. effort by area teachers and school staff we re- your email box. Go to children in the photos. Please name everyone We’ve always been curious whether that is ceive more material than is possible to publish connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe in the photo, the approximate because it is the second of the set so readers for most of our 15 editions. Editorial date, describe what is happen- are more aware or because mothers are more In addition, regular contributions to our en- NEWS DEPARTMENT: ing in the photo and include likely to send in images of the fathers in their tertainment calendars, community bulletin [email protected] your name, address, email ad- life. boards, school notes, and business notes help Kemal Kurspahic dress and phone number. We will not print your Throughout the year, we ask for community us to share news in your community. We also Editor ❖ 703-778-9414 full address or contact information. submissions. Twice a year we ask you to tell always welcome photos and captions from [email protected] You can upload photos and information di- us stories about your pets and how they have community organizations (Scouts, sports rectly to www.connectionnewspapers.com/ come into, touched and left your lives. teams, faith groups, school activities, etc.) and Fallon Forbush Reporter mothersday/ or email to editors@connection In late summer, we invite readers to share local businesses. [email protected]

Letters to the Editor Kyle Kincaid Editorial Assistant [email protected] for a variety of customers and find- cal data available within three busy lives and ponder about the County Economy ing the kind of skilled talent they months of the reporting period. many ways our planet sustains need to thrive. This kind of eco- Oddly, this CAFR 2016 did not re- life. We celebrate the occasion in ADVERTISING: Poised for For advertising information nomic diversity is what every com- port actual 6/30/2016 UPL data. many ways: take on tree planting, [email protected] munity longs to attain. At least, it should report correct clean up our streams and hold 703-778-9431 Continued This work is never done, of dates for data in all its tables earth day fairs to raise awareness Trisha Hamilton course. In addition to Fairfax rather than explain actual report- about taking care of the home we Display Advertising Growth County’s traditional business ing dates in separate notes. all share. 703-624-9201 To the Editor: strengths, my office has targeted Such misleading reporting im- This Earth Day has special sig- [email protected] The April 12 article, “Uncer- cybersecurity, data analytics and pacts pension understandings. nificance in light of the actions Andrea Smith tainty Amid Growth,” might have translational medicine as industry While the County reported UPL on proposed by the current adminis- Classified Advertising left readers wondering about the sectors with great growth poten- 6/30/2016 as $4.8 billion, they tration: massive budget cuts to the 703-778-9411 strength and future of Fairfax tial here. The foundation is firmly actually were $5.6 billion accord- Environmental Protection Agency, [email protected] County’s economy. in place to help Fairfax County ing to five pension CAFRs. The FY the appointment of a fox in the hen Debbie Funk Much of the uncertainty arises achieve even greater economic sta- 2016 increase in UPL was an un- house at the helm of EPA whose National Sales from concerns about the direction bility and prosperity in the years sustainable $0.8 billion—instead career is based on suing the 703-778-9444 of the federal budget, because ahead. of the County reported $0.6 bil- agency; roll back of regulations [email protected] many employers in Fairfax County lion—despite 2016 cash contribu- designed to protect people in re- David Griffin and northern Virginia are involved Gerald L. Gordon, Ph.D. tions of $0.5 billion. sponse to demands by polluting Marketing Assistant in government contracting. How- President and CEO One may ask County officials industries, to name a few. To top 703-778-9431 [email protected] ever, more than two-thirds of the Fairfax County Economic why reported dates for County it all is the denial of scientific find- federal procurement dollars won Development Authority UPL data were misleading. More ings that climate change is hap- by Fairfax County companies in Tysons Corner importantly, all future County fi- pening and that it is caused by Editor & Publisher Mary Kimm fiscal 2016 involve three depart- nancial reports should identify— human activity. [email protected] ments for which President Trump accurately and transparently— If you have not made other plans @MaryKimm has indicated he would seek in- County Fiction* UPL at the end of reported years. to celebrate earth day, please join creased funding: Defense, Home- one or both marches taking place Executive Vice President is Fact Jerry Vernon land Security and Veterans Affairs. Dr. David V. Pritchett on the mall. March for truth and 703-549-0004 For that reason and others, I To the Editor: Concerned McLean parent justice! [email protected] think the Fairfax County economy One may view fiction* as fact What better way to honor the Editor in Chief is poised for continued develop- only if the asterisk note identifies earth? The Science March is on Steven Mauren ment. In 2016, the Fairfax County fiction as fact. Fairfax County in March to Honor April 22 (www.earthday.org/ Managing Editor Economic Development Authority its financial tables used wrong marchforscience/). Kemal Kurspahic worked with 194 companies that data dates on unfunded pension Earth Day The Climate March is on April Art/Design: Laurence Foong, John Heinly, added nearly 7,500 jobs to the liabilities (UPL), except its tables To the Editor: 29 (peoplesclimate.org/) Ali Khaligh county economy. Many of those often did not even include an as- For the past few decades, Earth Production Manager: companies are in the professional terisk. Day has given most of us the op- Rekha Nadkarni Geovani Flores and technical industry sectors that Fairfax County’s Comprehensive portunity to take time from our McLean Special Assistant to the Publisher will generate the most prosperity Annual Financial Report (CAFR) Jeanne Theismann for the community. for fiscal year 2016 shows mislead- [email protected] Just since the beginning of 2017 ing dates. The table on page 90, @TheismannMedia the Fairfax County Economic De- e.g., wrongly identifies the UPL Write velopment Authority has an- date as “6/30/2016” — with no The Connection welcomes views on any public issue. CIRCULATION: 703-778-9427 nounced several companies that footnote. Embedded in 78 pages The deadline for all material is noon Friday. Letters must be [email protected] are adding hundreds of jobs here. of notes is an identification of re- signed. Include home address and home and business numbers. Letters are routinely edited for libel, grammar, good taste and Some, like Favor TechConsulting ported UPL as being “reported factual errors. Send to: or IOMAXIS, focus on work with with a one year lag.” Thus, re- federal customers. Others such as ported UPL dates, in fact, covered Letters to the Editor All Traffic Solutions and Global the prior year. The Connection 1606 King St. Guardian, focus on private-sector In its 11/18/2016 release, the Alexandria VA 22314 customers. This is the hallmark of County CAFR 2016 covers five Call 703-917-6444 or a mature economy: companies main pension plans. All respon- email [email protected] working in a variety of sectors and sible public entities have good fis-

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Photo contributed Potomac’s Upper School robotics teams and their coaches at the U.S Open National Championship. Potomac School Robotics Students Win U.S. Open National Championship Eight Upper School robotics teams from Dubelier, Marshall Riccardi, James Jordan, The Potomac School participated in the U.S. Kenneth Lin, Max Wehner, and Jared White. Open National Championship in Council Another Potomac group, comprising jun- Bluffs, Iowa, during the first weekend in iors Rebecca Crawley and Jasmine Terrones April. Three of the school’s teams competed and freshman Jodie Kuo, was part of a together as an alliance to become the U.S. multi-school alliance that was named a fi- Open champions. nalist in the competition. The members of the winning alliance Other Potomac teams received a variety were seniors Randall Kliman, Krishna of recognitions for the quality of their ro- Kumar, and John Tofil; sophomores Ben bots and the skills that they demonstrated. Adolphe, Matthew Giuliano, Jake Potomac’s robotics teams are coached Levingston, Arjun Kumar, and freshman by faculty members James Gillespie and Akshay Gupta; and sophomores Zoe Mary Jarratt.

www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ April 19-25, 2017 ❖ 7 Long-Term Benefits of Summer Camp Camp experiences can enhance social and psychological development, say experts.

By Marilyn Campbell A summer camp where children engage Campers such in new and memorable activities will sow s the end of the school year draws as those at seeds for learning during the upcoming aca- near, so does the beginning of Bullis Sum- demic year, said Shannon Melideo, Ph. D. summer camp experiences. Child mer Programs associate dean of the School of Education A in Potomac, development experts say that & Human Services and associate professor summer camps offer more than just fun; Md., gain life of education at Marymount University. “For they present opportunities for emotional, skills through example, if your child’s summer camp takes social and psychological growth and devel- summer camp a field trip to a historical site that your son opment. experiences. finds fascinating and then during the school “Summer camps provide children with a year, the teacher introduces [the] same his- sense of community where they can feel safe torical events and location, he has schema and learn through first-hand experiences, for the lessons. He is more likely to partici- said Stacie Gottlieb, director, Bullis Sum- pate, learn more, be better prepared to read mer Programs at Bullis School in Potomac, Photo courtesy his social studies textbook, and even per- Md. “Within this setting, campers develop of Bullis Summer form better on the exam.” Programs a sense of independence as they try new Summer camp experiences that combine adventures in an environment different academic challenges and physical activity from the norm.” can offer fun while preventing the loss of Children benefit from the nurturing struc- academic gains made throughout the school ture of a summer camp in a way that is dif- year, says Melideo. “Summer slide is the ferent from the structure they get during a not only healthy interaction among peers, ture the campers by providing a safe, su- resultant learning loss students experience school year, says Jim Supple, associate dean but also building a healthy image of what pervised environment of inclusion,” she without educational activities outside of the of students and director of Summer Pro- type of child they want to be.” said. “Children gain self-confidence as they academic school year,” she said. “Research grams at St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School Opportunities to explore new interests learn new things, develop social skills, ex- shows such academic regressions can be in Alexandria. “Summer camps allow chil- and devote intense focus to activities of pand their friendship circles and build char- quite significant and parents have the abil- dren to be children,” he said. “They allow particular interest to them at camp help acter through planned activities. Summer ity to help prevent the summer slide by pro- them to make new friends, try new things, build a child’s self-confidence, says Gottlieb. camps give children a unique, fun environ- viding educational experiences such as high and learn how to be part of a group. These “As children explore, caring adults serve as ment to discover more about themselves are attributes of camps that will promote responsible role models who help to nur- and their passions.” See Summer Camps, Page 9

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From Page 8 reliance by providing children with space to navi- gate daily life away from the directing of parents quality summer camps.” but under the guidance of trusted adults,” said Vesely. “Summer camp can be a terrific opportunity to For some parents, there are mixed emotions around grow your child’s sense of competence and mastery enrolling a child in camp. “Sometimes working par- Save Your Child’s Education & over something that they love,” added Carolyn ents feel guilty for enrolling their children in sum- CHILDHOOD THIS SCHOOL YEAR! Lorente, Ph.D., professor of psychology, Northern Vir- mer camps because of the need for child care during ginia Community College. “By picking a camp where the work day,” said Ivy Beringer, Ed.D., professor of Announcing: your child has an interest, they can be mentored in a Early Childhood Education and Dean for Social and CORTONA ACADEMY’S SILVER ANNIVERSARY TUITION GIFTS! passion in ways that a typical school day often can’t.” Professional Sciences at Northern Virginia Commu- Brilliantly serving Northern Virginia families for 25 years nity College. “However, children are usually very WHEN SELECTING A CAMP, Melideo advises par- excited to attend summer camps. This is especially Please join us for a life-changing ents to consider a complete picture of their child. true if the children have input into the camp selec- program and dinner “For example, while your daughter, Sophia loves soft- tion.” Thurs. Apr. 27th or Thurs. May 4th Time: 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. ball, find a summer camp where she can refine [her] “Summer camps allow for continuous learning that RSVP 703-464-0034 | www.CortonaLearning.com batting and pitching skills and engage with books, extends beyond the regular school year [and] pro- If you’re a parent of a 7th - 12th grader and looking at less-than-stellar perform in skits, play math games, and try some- vide a relaxed atmosphere that stimulates their brains first semester grades, it’s not too late to take the SEVERE PRESSURE thing new,” she said. for creative learning without the assessment anxiety off and allow your child to be happy again! A child’s social skills can be boosted at camps which that often accompanies school classroom learning,” provide children with opportunities to make new said Beringer. “[Summer camp] enhances self-esteem Exactly how much stress do our children have to suffer? friends or nurture existing friendships, says Colleen by offering special interest learning in small group What if: K. Vesely, Ph. D., assistant professor of Early Child- situations and often with a lower adult-student ratio •This years bad grades are erased yet STILL gets credit for this school year ? hood Education and Human Development at George in school settings.” •All the stress of grades is over and your child can still get into 4-year Mason University. “Developing new social and cog- “A mother recently called me with a concern that colleges with $40,000 to $110,000 in MERIT scholarships? nitive skills outside the physical walls and social her son only wanted to attend soccer camps this sum- •They can be taught in classes of 4 - 8 or one-on-one with no homework on weekends? boundaries of school can help promote healthy self- mer and she felt this was too limited of an experi- •You get your child back? esteem in children, while spending time in nature ence,” continued Beringer. “My response to her was can boost children’s overall health and well-being.” that if he was interested in improving his soccer skills SOUND LIKE A DREAM? IT’S NOT. IT’S CORTONA ACADEMY ! Camps offer an opportunity for children to gain she should view this in a positive light. After all, he HAPPY, HEALTHY, CALM, SUPERIOR EDUCATION. skills that lead to independence. “For older children, will be outdoors in the fresh air and sunshine every- 20% off Fall Tuition and/or 50% off this year’s tuition over 8-plus years old, typically, sleep away camp of- day, exercising his body, and enhancing skills in a (without regard to family income) when transferring before this year’s grades become final. fers opportunities to develop independence and self- sport he loves. What’s not good about that choice?” ERASE BAD GRADES, CREATE A FUTURE. We’re here, and waiting for you.

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Send entertainment announcements to a.m.-1 p.m. at The Arts of Great Falls, connectionnewspapers.com/Calendar/. 756 Walker Road, Great Falls. Still Deadline is Friday at noon for the follow- life provides a great tool to hone Top prize at ing week’s paper. skills. Recommended for students of all levels. Visit www.greatfallsart.org. Orlando Evening Painting. Tuesdays 6:30 - Festival: ONGOING 9:30 p.m. at The Arts of Great Falls, McLean 756 Walker Road, Great Falls. Jill A Midsummer Night’s Dream. High musi- Various times through April 23 in Banks focuses on oil painting Vinson Hall’s Community Building fundamentals with two sessions each cians. Ballroom, 1735 Kirby Road. The of still life, landscapes, and portrait/ McLean Community Players’ clothed figure from a live model. production of William Shakespeare’s Visit www.greatfallsart.org for more. comedy. $18-$20. Visit www.McLean Intro to Jewelry Design. Tuesdays 9 Players.org or call 1-800-838-3006. a.m.-noon at The Arts of Great Falls, Ed Behrens’ Photographs. Various 756 Walker Road, Great Falls. JJ times through April 30 at Katie’s Singh teaches a class for anyone Coffee House, Village Centre, 760 interested in exploring the world of Walker Road, Great Falls. The metal clay and its design possibilities. showing will celebrate Ed’s ten years Visit www.greatfallsart.org for more. as a member of Great Falls Studios, th his very active 80 birthday. Call THURSDAY/APRIL 20 703-759-0927 for more. Free Tai Chi. Every Saturday, from Quilt Restoration. 10:15 a.m. at the 7:55-9 a.m., Introduction and Fairfax Antique Arts Association, Beginners’ Practice, meet on the Green Acre Senior Center, 4401 outdoor basketball court located Sideburn Road, Fairfax. Presentation directly behind the Dolley Madison and samples provided by Clara Sue Public Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave. Ashley and Chris Young of the Quilt in McLean Central Park, McLean. Shop of Mclean on the varying Weekly Storytime. Wednesday and processes that can be used. Members Saturday. 11 a.m. Barnes & Noble, are encouraged to bring in family 7851 L Tysons Corner Center, pieces. Call 703-273-6090 for more. McLean. Themes and titles vary. Free John McCutcheon Concert. 8 p.m. in the Barns at Wolftrap, 1635 Trap admission. Photo Road, Vienna. Folk music’s Bingo Night. Sundays. 4 p.m. Flame contributed Room, Vienna Volunteer Fire Renaissance man from Georgia. $25- Department, 400 Center St. S, 28. Visit www.wolftrap.org for more. Vienna. $10. www.vvfd.org/ bingo.html. SATURDAY/APRIL 22 Fishing Rod Rentals 8700 Potomac Hills St., Great Falls. Rentals Family Fishing Rodeo. 9 a.m. at available during visitor center hours. Wildwood Park, 700 block of Follin Fishing tackle and live bait are Lane SE. The creek will be stocked available for purchase. Reservations with hundreds of trout, bring a McLean Music Program Takes Top Prize in Orlando required for group rentals. $6/rental fishing rod, bucket, plastic bag, and (2 hour max). Valid driver’s license ice. $3. Visit www.viennava.gov. The McLean High School Bands, Orchestra and McLean’s Jazz Ensemble earned 1st place in required. Rod/reel combinations are Spring Community Garage Sale. 9 Chorus win top prize for the highest combined class, Superior Rating and Adjudicator’s Award. a.m.-1 p.m. in the parking garage perfect for beginners and children. A score of any music department at Worldstrides Plus, three of only 10 students selected from all Virginia or Maryland freshwater located at 1420 Beverly Road. The fishing license is required for those McLean Community Center will hold Orlando Festival of Music in March 2017. schools by judges for Soloist Awards went to 16 years or older. The park does not its annual Spring Community Garage McLean’s Symphonic Band performance earned McLean Jazz and Symphonic students Alonso Sale. Free admission. Call 703-790- sell fishing licenses. 1st place in class 3A, Superior Rating, Instrumen- Flores, Tina Hashemi and Ben Hacker. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ 0123 or visit www.mcleancenter.org/ riverbend-park/ special-events for more. tal Sweepstakes Champions, Festival of Gold McLean’s Wind Ensemble took 1st place in class Colvin Run Mill open 11 - 4 p.m. Award, Adjudicator’s Award, Outstanding Band 2A and a Superior Rating. daily, closed Tuesday. 10017 Colvin APRIL 22-MAY 31 Ensemble Award and Festival Sweepstakes Award McLean’s Concert Band took a 2nd place in class Run Road, Great Falls. Fairfax County’s operational 19th century Artists Show. Various times at the - Grand Champions. 1A with an Excellent Rating. water powered gristmill, offers Broadway Gallery, 1025-J Seneca recreational and educational Road, Great Falls. “Levels of activities for all ages through daily Abstraction,” show featuring the works of Hiromi Ashlin, Genna tours, school programs and special concert. $30, students 17 and under 703-790-1990. www.ruthschris.com/Restaurant- events. Fees: $7/adult, $6 students Gurvich, Sandi Ritchie Miller, and Buck Nelligan. Visit and active military are admitted free Tree Celebration. 4:30 p.m. at Locations/tysons-corner for more. 16+ with ID, $5 children & seniors. of charge. amadeusconcerts.com Meadow Lane Park, 400 Courthouse Admission to park is free except for www.broadwaygallery.net or call 703-450-8005 for more. Road SW. In celebration of Arbor some special events. Day, Mayor Laurie DiRocco will be FRIDAY/APRIL 28 Fundamentals of Watercolors. THURSDAY/APRIL 27 joined by Cub Scout Pack 1116 to Community Service and Mondays 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at The Arts SUNDAY/APRIL 23 Blood Drive. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Long plant an oak tree. Visit Scholarship Awards Gala. 7 p.m. of Great Falls, 756 Walker Road, and Foster, 1355 Beverly Road, www.viennava.gov for more. Hilton McLean Tysons Corner, 7920 Great Falls. Artist Lorrie Herman will Amadeus Orchestra. 4 p.m. at Saint Luke Catholic Church, 7001 McLean. Long and Foster is Dinner and Whisky. 7 p.m. at Ruth’s Jones Branch Drive, McLean. Urban help students get comfortable partnering with Children’s National Chris Steak House in Tyson’s Corner, League honoring champions in the working with watercolors and Georgetown Pike, McLean. A pre- concert lecture by Music Director A. for a blood drive, the blood mobile 8521 Leesburg Pike. Introducing a community for leadership and understanding this medium. Visit will be located in the front of the five-course dinner paired with community service and awarding www.greatfallsart.org for more. Scott Wood will begin at 3:15 p.m., 45 minutes prior to the start of the building. Visit Johnnie Walker Whisky. Call 703- student scholarships. Call 703-836- Still Life Painting. Tuesdays 10:30 www.cnmcblooddonor.com/ or call 848-4290 or visit 2858 or visit www.nvul.org Home of the $6,850 Bathroom Remodel From Now to WOW in 5 Days Guarantee Select your 10% down nothing until the job TWO POOR TEACHERS products from isis completecomplete forfor thethe Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling our Mobile past 17 years Showroom and Design “Me and My Mom” Center To honor Mom on Mother’s Day, send us your favorite snapshots of you Fully Insured & with your Mom and The Mount Vernon Gazette will publish them in our Class A Licensed Mother’s Day issue. 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a.m.-2 p.m. at the Korean United Methodist Church of Greater Washington, 1219 Swinks Mill Road, McLean. Cultural programs such as Korean dance performances, paper folding, trying on traditional Korean costumes and games for children. Call 703-863-2259 for more. “Preserving Family Heirlooms”. 10 a.m. at Dunn Loring Volunteer Fire Station Hall, 2148 Gallows Road, Vienna. Tina Beaird presents a brief history of paper manufacturing and photography while describing how to store and preserve such items, and techniques for preserving historic and modern scrapbooks. Call 703-644- 8185 or visit www.fxgs.org/events. Taste of Vienna. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. at the Live Music Vienna Volunteer Fire Department fire station at 400 Center St. S. Free Willy Porter in concert at Jammin’ Java in Vienna on admission and live entertainment. Monday, May 1. Performing with his singing/songwriting Proceeds from the sale of food and beverages will benefit the Vienna partner, Carmen Nickerson. Visit www.jamminjava.com/ Volunteer Fire Department. Visit for more. tasteofvienna.org for more. Homeless Community Forum. 1-4 Fairfax Genealogical Society. 7:30 others. Visit www.valearts.com. p.m. at Unity of Fairfax, 2854 Hunter p.m. at Dunn Loring Volunteer Fire Mill Road, Oakton. Representatives Station Hall, 2148 Gallows Road, from local government, nonprofits, SUNDAY LITURGY SCHEDULE: DAILY EUCHARIST: Vienna. Sarah R. Fleming SATURDAY/APRIL 29 and faith groups gather for a Saturday Vigil: 5:30 PM Weekdays presentation “From the Ashes—A Rummage Sale. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at the community forum on homelessness in Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, and 11:00 AM Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM Fairfax County. Call 703-281-1767, Burned County Case Study,” efforts Church of the Good Shepherd, 2351 1:30 PM Spanish Liturgy Saturday, 8:30 AM to piece together evidence to Hunter Mill Road, Vienna. Donate or visit unityoffairfax.org for more. All Are determine ancestors; reviews gently used items in the Fellowship 5312 North 10th Street, Welcome! strategies and records used despite a Hall April 24–28 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. SUNDAY/APRIL 30 Arlington, Virginia 22205 courthouse fire. Call 703-644-8185 Call 703-281-3987 or visit Parish Office: 703-528-6276 or visit www.fxgs.org/events. www.GoodShepherdVa.com. Green Expo. 2-5 p.m. at the Windover Fairfax County Anniversary. 8:30 Heights Historic District, 277 PARISH WEBSITE: a.m.–3 p.m.,Virginia Room, City of Windover Ave., Vienna. The yards www.stannchurch.org APRIL 28-30 Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 and gardens of approximately 50 Spring Art Show. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. North St. “A Place Called Home: homes in the Town’s northwest Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday- Fairfax County. A 275th Anniversary historic district will be open to Sunday at Vale Schoolhouse, 3124 Event” is a day-long exploration of visitors as part of the annual Walk on Fox Mill Road, Oakton. ValeArts the history of Fairfax County. Free. the Hill. Open air artist, jazz “Fresh Paint,” Spring Art Show Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library ensemble, Hickory Grove To highlight your Faith Community, call Karen at 703-778-9422 features guest artists Mary Beth or 703-293-6227, ext. 6. performances and historic tour. Visit Gaiarin and Andrea Cybyk among Korean Culture and Food Forum. 9 www.viennava.gov for more.

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TheatreMclean Seussical Written by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty presents “Seussical” Directed by Phillip Reid Tickets ($12-$15) at seussicalmclean.bpt.me Evening shows at 7 p.m.: April 28, April 29, May 6 the Musical April Matinees at 1:30 p.m.: April 29, April 30, May 6 & May 7 McLean High School is located at 1633 Davidson 28-30, and May 6-7. Road, McLean. For information, see www.TheatreMcLean.org or he vibrant worlds of Dr. Seuss’ call 703-714-5700 classic picture books have been Tcherished by both children and This fast-paced, 105-minute show (in- adults alike. If you loved char- cluding intermission) is filled with singing, acters such as Horton the Elephant, the Cat dancing, silly characters, and colorful cos- in the Hat, and the Sour Kangaroo, Seussical tumes. Beloved songs from the musical in- manages to bring them together in a whirl clude, “Oh, the Thinks You Can Think!” “It’s of musical, colorful fun. Written by Tony Possible,” “Alone in the Universe,” “Monkey winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty Mr. and Mrs. Mayor and their child Jojo (Hayden Camp, Anna Kate Around,” “Amazing Mayzie,” ‘Solla Sollew,” (Lucky Stiff, My Favorite Year, Once On This Womack, and Kylie Coffey) live on the planet of Who, which drifts and “All For You.” Fun for children and Island, Ragtime), Seussical follows Horton through space out of their control. adults of all ages, TheatreMcLean’s in his quest to keep Whoville, a town that Seussical is the perfect way to introduce rests on a tiny speck of dust upon a clover, young audiences to the joys of live theatre, out of the claws of the other animals. As while older theatre-goers can re-acquaint Horton repeatedly attempts to do the right themselves with the wonderful world of Dr. thing in the face of adversity, he finds un- Seuss. expected support from a Who child named The cast includes: George Stiefel (Cat in Jojo and from the intrepid bird Gertrude the Hat), Kylie Coffey (Jojo), Alan Thomas McFuzz. (Horton), Abby Comey (Gertrude), Emily TheatreMcLean director Phillip Reid said, Swett (Mayzie), Diana Suk (Sour Kanga- “Horton is not your typical hero. His basic roo), Kristen Waagner, Alexandra Lagos, belief in equality – ‘A person’s a person no Abby Covington, and Carenna Slotkoff (Bird matter how small’ – is at odds with popular Girls), Rebecca Blacksten (Swing), Benji opinion.” When Horton chooses to protect Harris, Alex Weinstein, and Eli Wassertzug the Whos, he faces taunts from other jungle (Wickersham Brothers), Matthew Lindeman animals who refuse to believe in what they (Yertle the Turtle), Hayden Camp (Mr. cannot see. They steal his clover, setting in Mayor), Anna Kate Womack (Mrs. Mayor), motion Horton’s journey to rescue the citi- Anthony Salazar (Vlad Vladikoff), Morgan zens of Whoville. Along the way, his sense Rich, Syd Kirk, Rebecca Blacksten, Minchae of responsibility leads him to become the P., Celine Jelinski, Grace White, Rachel Kulp, inadvertent caretaker of an abandoned egg. Ruby Larimer, Rachel Weatherby, Bryn Kirk His steadfast friend Gertrude McFuzz learns (It’s Possible Dance Ensemble), and addi- a lesson in self-esteem, and provides help tional ensemble members. in the nick of time. Reid said, “Ultimately, “Seussical” Theatre for Young Audiences Seussical is about the triumph of persis- TheatreMcLean presents ‘Seussical’ April 28-30, May 6 and 7 at McLean Version is presented through special ar- tence, friendship, and imagination.” High School rangement with MTI.

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This dog, Juniper, won best in show. Left to right: Stu- dents Marguerite Godwin and Julia Johannsen and Administration Assistant Julie Rosenau. Photos provided by Christina Carroll McLean High Students Create Scottie Sculptures

cLean High School ent themes they selected. Mstudents honored “They were beginner stu- their high school in dents, but the stuff they did was a “goofy” way: By sculpting pretty advanced,” Carroll says. Scottie dogs. The students spent two Kevin Kaldeo, Sebastian Silvestro, Steven Photos by Lauren Spiliotopolous The Scottish Terrier breed is months making their creations Yi, Jacob Daniel, Robert Luebke, and Zack a nod toward their mascot: The by casting them in packing tape, Tam won the best performance award for Highlander, a soldier in historic stuffing them with cardboard dancing to 500 Miles. regiments of Scotland’s military. and paper, coating them in plas- “I just had this idea to have ter and impregnated gauze and something fun and lighthearted finishing them with coats of that would kind of bring our paint, according to Carroll. Cooper Middle community together,” says The students also had to Christina Carroll, who teaches adopt out their sculptures to art in the high school’s Fine Arts teachers who were willing to Hosts a Lip Department. “So much of high take on the dogs. school is very serious. This was A dog show is on display in a little goofy and we had some the high school’s main office Sync Battle fun.” through spring break before the Students in her foundational dogs go to their forever homes Art 1 class had to mold their in their teachers’ classrooms. By Serena Karam sculptures according to differ- —Fallon Forbush ome people that simply love to perform on stage, but can’t sing for their life. Luckily, SCooper had their back. This year, on April 5, Cooper Middle School had their very first From left: Student lip sync battle. This lip sync battle helped raise money Natalia Fernandez, for StillBrave Childhood Cancer Foundation. Physics Teacher StillBrave is a nonprofit organization that provides Dean Howarth and non-medical, supportive care to children with can- Student Alexa Ellis cer and their families. If a family is struggling to be pose with their dog, there for their child, they will do whatever they can Xenon. to help ease their burden. If a family is having financial difficulties, StillBrave will strive to help with their bills and/or provide gas cards, grocery cards, and similar items. “Knowing that all the money made at this event went to an organization as great as this one, made me even more excited to attend … and I’m so glad Bella Zeleke, Sara Wellborn, and Cayla that I did,” said Kate Heebink (Grade 8). Edelstein won the best song award. A lip sync battle is a competition in which you sing along with a song and create a dance to perform on stage. There were five categories for the winners and prizes were given out as well. The overall winners of the lip sync battle were Kevin Kaldes, Sebastian Silvestro, Steve Yi, Jacob Daniel, Robert Luebke, and Zach Tam, all performing to the song “500 Miles.” Hundreds of dollars were raised for the organization. The founder of the organization was there to talk about his journey and how StillBrave came to be. The performances were outstanding and were very fun. A lot of people think that children our age cannot change the world, but if you look at the turn- From left: Student Ellie Kreeb, History and Social out of this event ... Cooper’s students probably proved Studies Teacher Lindsey Fisher and Student Shelby them wrong. Photo by Nikhita Rastogi/Grade 7, Cooper Middle Johnson pose with their dog, Phoenicis Nix For more information about StillBrave or give a The winners at the lip sync battle cel- Aeternum. donation, visit https://stillbrave.org/. ebrate their success. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ April 19-25, 2017 ❖ 13 Credit 703-778-9411 Zone 6: • Arlington • Great Falls ClassifiedClassified Zone 6 Ad Deadline: The Card • McLean • Vienna/Oakton Monday Noon

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Lieu of Flowers, the family request that memorial ABC LICENSE It comes soon And for me, it sort of is a game: how long contribution be made to the humane Society of THE GROOMING LOUNGE OF Schefer Antiques can I go without charging something and how Fairfax County, 4057 Chain Bridge Rd. Fairfax, VIRGINIA LLC trading as enough. 703-241-0790 much can I charge and still be able to pay the Virginia 22030. GROOMING LOUNGE OF -Albert Einstein [email protected] balance off when the next monthly credit card Please share condolences with the family VIRGINIA LLC, 2001 www.Loudoun Funeral Chapel.com INTERNATIONAL DR STE 3706, bill arrives? As I contemplate my daily/weekly/ MCLEAN, FAIRFAX COUNTY, bi-weekly/monthly inflow and outgo, I associate VIRGINIA, 22102-4605 . The above 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements my efforts at restraint and attempted control establishment is applying to the with that of a levee, if I understand their func- VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE tion correctly — which I might not: bend and 21 Announcements 21 Announcements CONTROL (ABC) for a DAY SPA not break? Like some NFL team defenses are license to sell or manufacture often described. alcoholic beverages. MICHAEL ABC LICENSE ABC LICENSE GILMAN, MANAGING MEMBER. The problem arises — for both me and the Board Room VA, LLC trading as Board Room VA, LLC trading as levee, when the levee/spending restraint breaks NOTE: Objections to the issuance The Board Room, 925 N Garfield The Board Room, 925 N Garfield of this license must be submitted Street, Arlington, Arlington (quite the opposite of brakes/stops). That’s Street, Arlington, Arlington to ABC no later than 30 days from County, VA 22201-2179. The when the damage occurs. That’s when the bal- County, VA 22201-2179. The the publishing date of the first of above establishment is applying above establishment is applying two required newspaper legal ance overflows. That’s when good, bad and to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT notices. Objections should be indifferent money follows. In for a dime, in for OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE registered at www.abc.virginia.gov CONTROL (ABC) for a Wine and CONTROL (ABC) for a Brewery; dollars, some of which don’t make sense. Once or 800-552-3200. that resolve is weakened, and once that wallet Beer On and Off; Mixed Beverage Wine and Beer On and Off; Mixed Restaurant (seating capacity 151 Beverage Restaurant (seating is opened and that credit card is handed over, I seating or more) license to sell or capacity 151 seating or more) feel very much the addict. Once I’ve started — manufacture alcoholic beverages. license to sell or manufacture and stopped denying myself the pleasure of the Mark R. Handwerger, Managing alcoholic beverages. Mark R. 21 Announcements purchase, I find it extremely difficult to get off Member authorizing advertise- Handwerger, Managing Member ment. NOTE: Objections to the authorizing advertisement. NOTE: the spending bus. Invariably, it’s taken me issuance of this license must be Objections to the issuance of this ABC LICENSE awhile to get on so whether it’s sensory depri- submitted to ABC no later than 30 license must be submitted to ABC Oakton Wine Shop, LLC trad- vation, deferred gratification or premature esca- days from the publishing date of no later than 30 days from the ing as Oakton Wine Shop, the first of two required newspa- lation, there are no more skid marks on that publishing date of the first of two 2952A Chain Bridge Road, per legal notices. Objections required newspaper legal notices. Oakton, VA, 22124. The above 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements slippery slope. The race is on, so to speak and should be registered at Objections should be registered establishment is applying to until I hit my imaginary financial wall, my credit www.abc.virginia.gov or at www.abc.virginia.gov or card balance is going onward and upward. 800-552-3200.gov 800-552-3200. the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE Sure it feels good to spend money I don’t CONTROL (ABC) for a restau- have without considering the pay-back conse- rant on off premise license to quences. Presumably, the benefits derived from 21 Announcements 21 Announcements sell or manufacture alcoholic the purchase will help soothe the savage, beverages. Bryan Gauthier, President. NOTE: Objections impoverished beast as he jiggles and then jug- ABC LICENSE ABC LICENSE gles the dollars in order to find some cents. I to the issuance of this license Flik International Corp. Flik International Corp. must be submitted to ABC no imagine that’s what makes the world go trading as Flik International, trading as Flik International, later than 30 days from the 7950 Jones Branch Drive, 7950 Jones Branch Drive, ‘round: short term pain for long term gain. Still, publishing date of the first of it doesn’t feel much like progress and progress McLean, Virginia 22102. The McLean, Virginia 22102. The above establishment is above establishment is two required newspaper legal is what feels good to me. Although, these new applying to the VIRGINIA applying to the VIRGINIA notices. Objections should be Rockport leather slip-ons with the “cushiony” DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF registered at soles and orthotic inserts are improving my dis- ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE www.abc.virginia.gov position and lessening the pain in my feet CONTROL (ABC) for a Mixed CONTROL (ABC) for a Wine or 800-552-3200. Beverage Caterer license to & Beer On & Off Premises and fatigue in my legs, it still costs me money sell or manufacture alcoholic license to sell or manufac- not in my wallet. beverages. Scott Davis, ture alcoholic beverages. I admit, I am enjoying the support and com- President. NOTE: Objections Scott Davis, President. 21 Announcements fort my new shoes are providing. But I’m also to the issuance of this NOTE: Objections to the license must be submitted to issuance of this license must keenly aware that I haven’t received the credit ABC no later than 30 days be submitted to ABC no later I, Janeen Adi Madan, currently 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements card bill yet reflecting there and other slippery- from the publishing date of than 30 days from the pub- residing in Arlington VA, have slope purchases made that same weekend. And the first of two required lishing date of the first of changed my name from Janeen when the piper has to be paid, I may not like newspaper legal notices. two required newspaper Adi Madan to Janeen Madan Objections should be regis- legal notices. Objections my new shoes — among other items, nearly as Keller. (As per order approved by tered at should be registered at the Circuit Court of Arlington much as I do right now. Right now, the shoes www.abc.virginia.gov www.abc.virginia.gov County, dated April 4, 2017). are free. Soon they won’t be. or 800-552-3200. or 800-552-3200. Further complicating this spending-not spending dilemma is the fact that I’m a 62-year- old cancer patient; how do I deprive myself of Find us on Facebook any creature comforts when I have recurring highly stressful situations that give me, and my and become a fan! life-expectancy, pause. Naturally, I’d rather pay my way — and my share, but at what cost? I www.Facebook.com/ suppose cash in hand is still worth two in the connectionnewspapers bush, but if a credit card is all I have ... ? Either I use it or lose it. The pain and/or pleasure will likely follow regardless.

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14 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ April 19-25, 2017 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Bulletin 703-778-9411 Home & Garden To have community events listed in the Connec- Zone 6: • Arlington • Great Falls Home & Garden Zone 6 Ad Deadline: Employment tion, visit connectionnewspapers.com/Calendar/. • McLean • Vienna/Oakton connectionnewspapers.com CONTRACTORS.com Monday Noon The deadline for submissions is noon on Friday. THROUGH SUMMER ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL LANDSCAPING The biggest Vienna Street-sweeping Program. The Town things are of Vienna began its annual street-sweeping A&S CONSTRUCTION program beginning March 20. The Town is always the divided into eight sections for purposes of the SOD, Mulch, Clean-Up easiest to do sweeping program. During the first pass through Leaf Removal because there is Town, the Public Works Department asks that Hauling. no competition. residents not park on the street. 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