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Gary Photos by Steve Hibbard/The Connection Morris, What’s New, Exciting new principal of South In Area Schools County High Principal’s Back-to-School Report School, chats In the first week of the new school in the new school year? during school year, The Connection has 2 - What would be your, one-sen- the asked the area school principals tence, message to parents, com- school’s to respond to three questions: munity? Open 3 - Any upcoming events, activi- House 1 - What are the most excit- ties? last week. ing developments in your Here are their responses. Gary Morris Is New South County Principal

Will oversee crease the academic rigor for the majority of the students in the school with 2,260 building. “I want to ensure people Photo contributed are part of South County High students and a School and not just part of the South County community. Bring- staff of 167. ing people in with real-world ex- By Steve Hibbard periences to help our students re- The Connection alize opportunities that are out there for them where trends are From left — Addison Smith, assistant principal, developing out in industry and in Janice Dalton, principal, and Vicki Duling assistant ith 24 years in educa- the business world and being pre- principal, Laurel Hill Elementary. tion, Gary Morris, 50 W Gary Morris, new principal pared for what will be next after of Dale City, was Janice Dalton, Principal, Classroom. of South County High graduation,” he said. named the new principal of South Laurel Hill Elementary, 2. Partner with us! Join our out- School, in his office. What he loves most about the County High School, on Aug. 15, Lorton: standing PTA. job is the opportunity to build re- 2018, succeeding former principal Matt Ragone. He 1. Exciting developments at 3. Back to School Night and lationships. “Allowing kids to have that ‘aha’ moment will lead 2,260 students and a staff of 167 in the Laurel Hill: STEAM Lab, Mak- Screen on the Green! Check our is the most rewarding thing — to see kids turn the South County Pyramid, Region 4. ers Space and a Totally Tech website for dates. corner and realize they can do anything they set their “It’s a very inclusive population. Students have minds to,” he said. According to Deborah Hicks- learned to embrace the diversity in the building. We Johnson, South County Social Studies Teacher: “What don’t have the extreme diversity of Falls Church; there makes Gary a great principal is his genuine sense of are enough differences in demographics to allow stu- caring, his solid leadership presence, and his focus dents to feel comfortable in their settings. We don’t as a visionary,” she said. “With a welcoming person- have a lot of cliques, which is great. You’ll see differ- ality and natural knack for developing relationships, ent ethnic groups sitting together, which is awesome,” Mr. Morris creates a comfortable atmosphere of edu- he said. The ethnic breakdown of South County stu- cation for SCHS. His willingness to share his back-

dents is white, 43 percent; Hispanic, 12 percent; Photo contributed ground and experiences leads to active positive rela- Black, 18 percent; Asian, 19 percent; and other, 5 tionships building. As a result, he encourages teach- percent. There are 90 percent of students in General ing and learning leading to high student achieve- Education and 14 percent in Special Education. 19 ment.” Added Derek Smith, Assistant Principal at percent of students are on the Free or Reduced Meals, Mountain View: “Gary’s been a huge influence in my based on 2016-17 statistics. life. He was the first servant-leader I encountered in In describing some of the programs at South FCPS. As an administrator, he taught me to listen County, he mentioned the Robotics program, out- and understand perspective before speaking. His Union Mill Staff at Centreville Pyramid Kickoff. standing Drum Line and high-performing athletic warm disposition positively affects everyone. He programs. “But the arts departments, choral, and the Kathleen Case, Principal, Union Mill Elementary: makes you want to get better just by being around fine performing arts have always been outstanding 1 - Union Mill is looking forward to a great year. Besides our him. He serves as both father and brother for his as well,” he said. intense work on academics, we continue to focus on Portrait of a school community. He is a life-long learner who Graduate skills. We will also continue to incorporate the Respon- shares and seeks feedback for growth.” KNOWN FOR RECITING the catch-phrase, “We sive Classroom approach into our classrooms and school to cre- Added Dr. Angela G. Atwater, Assistant Superin- will find a way or we will make one,” he added: “I ate safe, joyful, and engaging classrooms and communities. Our tendent, Region 4: “Mr. Morris is a founding mem- think we have a strong STEM program. That falls work with The Positivity Project will also continue this year and ber of South County High School as an assistant prin- under the Robotics program. That program has re- we are excited that many of our pyramid schools will be joining cipal when it opened in 2005. As the former princi- ally grown. I’m kind of biased because I am a former Centreville Elementary and us on this journey. We had a pyramid pal of Mountain View High School, he led with the tech-ed teacher. It allows students to do a lot of learn- kick-off for all staff members in the Centreville pyramid with belief that every student should be represented within ing that is applicable to real-world settings,” he said. keynote speakers Mike Erwin, co-founder of The Positivity Project, the school community. His familiarity of South As far as new challenges as principal, he said: and Dr. Scott Brabrand, Superintendent of FCPS schools, and we County High School made him a natural fit as the “Changing the culture is probably the biggest chal- are looking forward to more collaboration with our pyramid new school leader. Mr. Morris exhibits high expecta- lenge for me; having been here before (as assistant schools this year. tions for staff and students but also will show his principal) and changing the perception people had 2 - At Union Mill, we will continue to teach Executive Func- humorous side to life. Mr. Morris has experience as of me. I’m now the principal. It’s my goal to develop tioning skills to all students and this work connects well with an athlete and a musician and he values both extra- great relationships with all the teachers. The buck Responsive Classroom and The Positivity Project philosophies. curricular activities. As one teacher who was on the stops in this office is totally different from serving as 3 - Our Back to School picnic is Friday, Sept.7, from 5 – 7 p.m. interview panel stated, ‘As a teacher who never an assistant principal. The principal is responsible This is always a well-attended event and is a great way for fami- worked with him, he made me feel excited to get for everything that goes on in the building,” he said. lies to meet new staff members and see new and old friends. He said some of his goals as principal are to in- See Principal, Page 9 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton Connection ❖ September 6-12, 2018 ❖ 3 Your Homecoming News Headquarters! • Lake Braddock • Robinson • West Springfield Wrist Corsages & Boutonnieres

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Public Information Meetings Cool Cars on a Hot Day Attend one of three public information meetings near you. All meeting times are 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Presentation starts at 7 p.m. The Fairfax City/Clifton Lions Club Labor Day Car Tuesday, September 25, 2018 Show was Monday, Sept. 3. Willow Springs Elementary School 5400 Willow Springs School Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 Photos by Bonnie Hobbs/The Connection

Thursday, September 27, 2018 Fairview Elementary School 5815 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039 Dignitaries attending Wednesday, October 3, 2018 included (from Oak View Elementary School left) former 5004 Sideburn Road, Fairfax, VA 22032 City Council- man Jeff Find out about plans to widen Fairfax County Parkway (Route 286) from Greenfield, four to six lanes between Route 29 (Lee Highway) and Route 123 (Ox Councilman Road). The proposed project design also includes an interchange at Popes Michael Head Road and the future Shirley Gate Road extension, improvements to DeMarco, State the existing trail in the Fairfax County Parkway right of way and construc- Sen. George tion of a new shared-use path to make the trail continuous within the Barker (D-39), project limits. U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly (D- Stop by between 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. to view displays and learn more 11) and event about the project and its preliminary design, including Popes Head Road organizer Jim interchange options under consideration. VDOT will hold a presentation Chesley and wife Jennifer. ILNPUUPUNH[WT7YVQLJ[Z[HɈ^PSSILH]HPSHISL[VHUZ^LY`V\YX\LZ[PVUZ

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State Project: 0286-029-259, P101, UPC: 107937, Federal: STP-5A01 (775) Jay Knakmuhs peruses a 1951 Willys Jeep. Opera singer Angela Knight sings the National Anthem at the event.

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From left, Ian Fromknecht, 9, dad Chris and friend Tom, 9, look at a 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am.

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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board’s Merrifield Center offers a new stand-up information kiosk. Part of a pilot project, the new feature aims to improve the customer service experience and decrease wait times for individuals who are seeking mental (behavioral) health services. To check in, individuals respond to five simple questions, then the CSB’s Find us on Houzz, Patient Track software alerts staff. Based on clinicians’ schedules and Facebook, & Angie’s List! availability, as well as the needs of the client, individuals are triaged and seen by the next available staff member. For more information on available services, call the CSB at 703-383-8500 (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.). In an emergency 24/7, call CSB Emergency Services at 703- 573-5679 or the Fairfax Detox Center Kings’s Park Shopping Center at 703-502-7000 (TTY 703-322- 8934 Burke Lake Road, Springfield VA 22151 9080). 703-764-3748 www.nicelydonekitchens.com See Bulletin, Page 13 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton Connection ❖ September 6-12, 2018 ❖ 7 Wellbeing Aiming for Long-Term Fitness

Emma Warner, 72, meets her trainer at a Mont- Study shows physical gomery County Recreation Center gym twice a week. Together they perform a combination of exercises declines can be detected aimed at improving her strength, balance, endur- ance and flexibility. as early as age 50. “We stretch and do yoga poses, sometimes we speed walk outside and I also do exercises with two By Marilyn Campbell or three pound dumbbells,” she said. “But my mother is 98 and is in pretty good health, so I figure I have ’ve been doing it since before I retired,” good genes. I just need to work on fitness to main- said Rich White, a former accountant who tain.” “I lives in Alexandria. “It’s easier to get up As people age, change and decline is inevitable, and get it out of the way so I don’t miss but the rate and severity can vary based on genetics it. Both of my parents died prematurely of heart at- and the level of activity in one’s lifestyle. Regular tacks. That’s when I decided to start running to get exercise can have a profound effect on the way in in shape. Eventually that turned into a habit of daily which one ages. strength and aerobic exercise.” “People have their actual age, which they can’t do White’s assumptions about preserving his physical anything about, and their biological age,” said Mar- health are underscored by a re- tin. “Someone could be 40 port from the Center for the years old, live a very inactive Study of Aging and Human De- “Our research lifestyle and not eat very well, velopment at Duke University which may cause them to be School of Medicine which found reinforces a life-span closer to 60 in terms of their that physical decline begins biological age. And vice versa, when people are in their 50s, approach to someone who is 60 could be much earlier than people might very active and eat a healthy notice or expect. maintaining physical diet and feel like they are The study looked at 775 adults much younger, perhaps a bio- ranging in age from 30 to 90 to ability — don’t wait logical age closer to mid-40s.” assess changes in fitness abilities Fitness instructor Amy like endurance, balance, speed until you are 80 years Traum has clients who run the and strength. Researchers found old and cannot get out age gamut from college stu- that exercise efforts must begin dents to retirees, but her before the age of 50 in order to of a chair.” overarching advice to getting help halt the decline and main- in shape is similar. “Everyone tain mobility and independence — Katherine S. Hall, Ph.D. needs a well-rounded exercise longer in life. program that includes stretch- “Our research reinforces a life- ing, balance exercises, span approach to maintaining physical ability — strength and cardio,” she said. “I always begin and don’t wait until you are 80 years old and cannot get end classes with stretching and I try to add strength out of a chair,” said lead author Katherine S. Hall, and balance elements like a weighted deadlift.” Ph.D. in releasing the study. Those new or newly returning to exercise should By having participants stand on one leg for 60 sec- start slowly and gradually, says Traum. “It sounds onds to measure balance and sit and rise from a chair like common sense, but I can’t tell you the number for 30 seconds to measure lower body strength, re- of people who come to my classes with no experi- searchers were able to detect a decline beginning in ence and try to work way above their fitness level

“Someone could be 40 years old, live a very inactive lifestyle and not eat very well, which may cause them to be closer to 60 in terms of their biological age. And vice versa, someone who is 60 could be very active and eat a healthy diet and feel like they are much younger, perhaps a biological age closer to mid-40s.” — Joel Martin, Ph.D., assistant professor of Kinesiology, George Mason University

one’s 50s. The findings show the need to understand and either get injured or discouraged,” she said. and preserve muscle strength. “There’s nothing wrong with starting out slow, stick- “Most tissues in the body respond to stress placed ing with it and making gradual progress. Also make on them by becoming stronger or adapting to handle it fun, like walk or jog with a friends or take a dance the stimulus you place on them,” said Joel Martin, or Zumba classes.” Ph.D., assistant professor of Kinesiology at George “Eating a healthy and nutritious diet is also im- Mason University. “If you lift weights, your muscles portant,” added Martin. “The antioxidants in foods, get bigger and stronger. If you don’t do any sort of especially fruits and vegetables, can help to preserve physical activity to stimulate your muscles then they and protect tissues from damage that occurs as part get smaller and become weaker. Use it or lose it.” of the natural aging process.” 8 ❖ Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton Connection ❖ September 6-12, 2018 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Meet South County’s New Principal From Page 3 He did the same job at Falls Church High School and back to work and that there may be new opportuni- served as the Department Chair of the electives pro- ties for teachers.’” gram. He then went to Mountain View High School as the technology coordinator. Afterwards, he moved MORRIS attended Baltimore City College High to South County as an Assistant Principal; and back School in Maryland and graduated from Norfolk to Mountain View as Assistant Principal, then Prin- State University with an electronics technology de- cipal for Fairfax County Adult High School before gree. He earned a master’s in teaching technology moving back to Mountain View as Principal. education from Norfolk State and an Education Spe- Morris is married to wife Gale; the couple has a cialist degree from Virginia Tech. blended family with eight children: Marcellus, 21; His first teaching job was at South Lakes High Nicolas, 20; Camryn, 17; Max, 17; Aristotle, 15; MET LIFE, DELTA, BCBS/CAREFIRST, & UNITED CONCORDIA PROVIDER School where he was a technology education teacher. Haitia, 6; Nheema, 4; and Zara, 2. WEEKDAYS • SATURDAYS • EVENINGS 24 HOUR EMERGENCY CARE

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Photos contributed Some of the GirlsTooCode Program attendees with pro- gram leader Riya Dabbi. From left, back row: Kyndall Johnson, Gianna Park, Vera Mensah, Isabella Nazari, Mia Martin-Escandarani, Izzy Meyers; Front row: Ana Mensah, Sol Martin-Escandarani, Savannah Phipps ‘GirlsTooCode’ Program Held at Richard Byrd Library The meeting room in Richard proved it to be run from mid-July Byrd Library was abuzz with girls to mid-August for five Saturdays. waving their hands to answer Isha Bhangui and Ankita Vadiala, Riya’s question, “What are the 4 rising seniors, from the Academy lobes in the human brain?” Riya of Science in Loudoun joined Riya Dabbi, program leader for the and helped plan and execute the GirlsTooCode Program, was test- program. ing the girls to check their Girls learned Scratch program- progress. ming with fun and interactive sto- Girls from grades 4 to 12 had ries, games, and animation. They enrolled in the early part of sum- learned about the nervous system, mer when it was announced on the how computers can be made to library calendar. The program was simulate the brain, Artificial Intel- a huge success even before it ligence, and neural networks. started with enrollment spilling They were introduced to a vari- way beyond the planned program ety of careers open to women with size of 15 girls. Many girls had to coding skills. In the last session, be put on a waitlist for the next girls showcased their community session of GirlsTooCode. challenge projects culminating Earlier in the spring, National with an award ceremony. Branch Council for Women in Technology Manager Sandy Freund distrib- honored Riya Dabbi, class of 2019, uted the awards and participation from Thomas Jefferson HS with certificates and congratulated the National Runner up Award and a girls for successful completion. Virginia State Winner Award in the Riya Dabbi said, “I love seeing Aspirations in Computing pro- the wonder in girls’ faces after gram. Riya was then encouraged learning something new and inter- by NCWIT, to apply for a grant esting.” under their AspireIT K-12 Out- Girls came from diverse back- reach program. grounds and formed new friend- Riya approached Richard Byrd ships. Izzy Myers, a fifth grader, Library in Springfield with a plan asked Riya, while leaving, “Are you for the GirlsTooCode Program. The going to do the program again then-branch manager Lorraine next summer? I want to come Culhane liked the idea and ap- again!”

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South County falls to (1-1) Bulldogs Rein in Stallions and hosts Centreville (2-0). he Westfield Bulldogs and the South County Stallions have Tbattled it out on the gridiron for the past three years. Westfield has won three of the five games they have played against the Stallions, including play- off wins in 2015 and 2016. Over the same time frame, the two teams are two of the area’s best team’s year in and out. South County has a combined record of 26-11, while Westfield has won 43 and lost 3, and won three consecutive state 6A

State titles. Photos by Will Palenscar On Friday night, Aug. 31, the Stallions struck first as they were able to get into the end zone with 7:37 to play in the opening quarter. The Bulldogs special teams got a little revenge when senior Saadiq Hinton blocked the extra point. In the 2nd quarter Westfield would get on the board when senior Riley Nugent kicked a 22-yard field goal to bring Westfield within 3, 6-3. Matthew Dzierski #8 is surrounded by Westfield defense Taylor Morin Tyler Johnson # 25 carries the In the 3rd quarter Bizzett Woodley put the #2, Saadiq Hinton #3, Tahj Summey # 36 and Jordayle Dyson #92. ball for South County. Bulldogs into the end zone with 9:11, his third TD reception of the short year, and with 4:40 making it 24-6. denied their 26th consecutive win. Centreville (2-0). Westfield (2-0) has a bye giving Westfield their first lead of the game, South County would make things inter- Westfield was led by QB Noah Kim who week, and in two weeks will travel to play 10-6. The game was then postponed due to esting after they reached the end zone with passed for 212 yards and 3TD’s on 19-30 Stonewall Jackson. Riley Nugent and some lightning with 6:25 to play in the 3rd. When 11:53 to play in the 4th quarter, bringing passing. Bizzett Woodley had 9 catches for of his teammates plan to use their bye week the game resumed on Saturday, Westfield the score to 24-12, but failed on a two-point 139 yards and 3 TD’s. Gavin Kiley caught to watch some of the other teams in action. went back to what was working, getting the conversion. Bulldog penalties and a South four passes, Taylor Morin brought in two Nugent thinks “Centreville will be the team’s ball to the 6’4” Woodley for his second score County successful onside kick recovery more and Isaiah Daniel brought in another. greatest challenge of the regular season. of the game. Later in the 3rd quarter, made the home team and their fans a little Stats were not available for South County. Their team has been playing really well.” Woodley would add his third TD reception, anxious. However, Westfield would not be South County falls to (1-1) and hosts — Will Palenscar ‘The Crossings’ at Spring Hill Setting an Example for Continuum-of-Care By Austin Houck vices. The Crossings is just the latest in a or years, Spring Hill has been a growing number of quality senior care Fthriving 55+ active adult commu- facilities in Fairfax County, making nity, with pristinely-cut lawns, Spring Hill one of the communities that quaint houses and condominiums. Re- offers a continuum-of-care for senior liv- cent additions of Lindsay Hill senior ing. This kind of senior care is vital to apartments and The Crossings assisted our larger healthcare system, and it’s living and memory care facility provide great to see that we have it right here in senior living options from single-family Lorton. When I informed Supervisor homes to assisted living apartments. In Storck about my experience on the tour, addition to the Spring Hill living com- he mentioned that “it’s important for se- munity, Lorton will also be home to a nior care facilities to not feel like senior future Artis memory care facility. care facilities, but like a resort, like a On April 5, the Spring Hill community Photo contributed home.” I know from personal experi- welcomed its newest addition, an as- ences in my family how stressful it is for sisted living and memory care facility people living in senior care and rehabili- aptly named The Crossings. This new tation care to stay for extended periods building finally completes Spring Hill’s of time in a place that doesn’t feel right, transitional senior care system, with resi- where they’re constantly reminded of dents having independent living, assisted their condition, age, or illness. At this living, and memory care all in one spot, Homes at Spring Hill new facility, a lot of work has been put so that should the need to move to the into circumventing this feeling of being next phase of life arise, residents don’t yard. off the atmosphere of an actual restaurant. “treated”, making it feel more like they’re need to go very far. I had the opportu- The apartments themselves offer 24 dif- Waiters bring out visual examples for those just permanent guests at a nice hotel, and nity to tour the facility, and was blown ferent models in a total of 108 apartments, with cognitive impairments, and the facil- it’s paid off. away at both the variety of services they 74 in assisted living and 34 in memory care. ity offers many different common meals on Spring Hill is a community, helping provided, as well as the size and brand- Residents can choose between two and one their permanent menu, as well as specials seniors feel more at home in the later new appearance of the building. I met bedroom units, with many variations for that rotate every day. stages of their lives, while being fully several residents, each occupied with dif- people’s specific preferences. Dining is also The staff throughout the building were prepared to assist in the transitions be- ferent activities, some in the physical very well put-together, with a dining room very friendly, many of them busy helping tween these stages. therapy room, some in the barber shop, for assisted living and another for memory residents get to where they needed to go or Austin Houck is an intern at Mt. Vernon Dis- and some lounging outside in the court- care, each with their own wait staff, giving working in the dining rooms and other ser- trict Supervisor Dan Storck’s office. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton Connection ❖ September 6-12, 2018 ❖ 11 Entertainment

Submit entertainment announcements ingredients as much as possible. May- at www.connectionnewspapers.com/Cal- September, weather permitting. Call endar/. The deadline is noon on Friday. 703-385-7893. Photos/artwork encouraged. THURSDAY/SEPT. 20 ONGOING Hometown Thursdays: Sudden M- Pop-Up Art show. Through Dec. 16 at Pac. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Old Town Gallery 57, 11899 Grand Commons Square, 10415 North St., Fairfax. Ave., Fairfax. Emerging Artists Third Thursdays in May-September. Initiative and the Peterson The new series will host local bands Companies are partnering to bring an from the Fairfax area. Meet up with artistic and creative facet to the friends, grab dinner at one of the Fairfax community. A new pop-up art many restaurants in downtown, and gallery at Fairfax Corner Center will listen to great music. A free, family- be exhibiting paintings and sculptors friendly event for all ages. Visit by four resident artists in the vacant www.fairfaxva.gov/government/ retail space. Free. Email parks-recreation/special-events/ [email protected] or visit hometown-thursdays. eaiinc.org. Second Saturdays. 6-9 p.m. at the FRIDAY/SEPT. 21 Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Road, Lorton. The B-I-N-G-O. 7 p.m. at Fire Station 3, Second Saturday Art Walk is the 4081 University Drive, Fairfax. All perfect time to meet nearly 85 proceeds go to purchasing fire and Resident and Associate Artists, rescue equipment. Call 703-273-3638 creating art in the studios or or visit www.fairfaxvfd.com. exhibiting in our galleries. Experience performances of dance, SATURDAY/SEPT. 22 cabaret, comedy, big band, jazz, and theater. Indulge in classes in the art Mosby Civil War Bus Tour. 8:30 of mixology or cuisines from around a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sponsored by the the globe. Enjoy art exhibitions in Stuart - Mosby Historical Society; nine galleries of the region’s finest tour leader will be Don Hakenson, sculpture, painting, glass, ceramics, Eric Buckland with special guest Tom and fiber art works. Visit “Mason and his Legacy,” performed inside the mansion as part of a naturalization Evans. The bus will leave Truro www.workhousearts.org/. ceremony. Parish (10520 Main St., Fairfax City). Will be visiting Mosby’s Grave, Clover Hill (supposedly a safe house for THURSDAY/SEPT. 6 Nick Carter), Wolf’s Craig (the home History of Belvoir Manor. 7-8:30 Citizen Naturalization Ceremony of General Turner Ashby), The p.m. at Kings Park Library, 9000 George Mason’s Gunston Hall will partner with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, Washington Of- Mountain Home in Front Royal. Cost Burke Lake Road, Burke. Learn about fice, in naturalizing candidates. Before the ceremony, guests may enjoy activities and crafts and explore Gunston Hall’s grounds. for Stuart-Mosby Historical Society the fascinating history of Belvoir The ceremony is followed by a reception, an opportunity to register to vote, and Gunston Hall’s exclusive theater performance, members is $65; non members is $75. Reserve a seat by sending Manor with Patrick O’Neil from the “Mason and his Legacy,” performed inside the mansion. Saturday, Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at George Mason’s Gunston Hall, contact info to Don Hakenson at Burke Historical Society. Discover the 10709 Gunston Road, Lorton. Admission is free until 1 p.m. to all visitors. Call 703-550-9220 ext. 240 or visit gunstonhall.org. mansion’s past from its Fairfax family [email protected]. ties to its role in the War of 1812 and Treasures Revealed. 9:30-11:30 a.m. creation of Fort Belvoir. Adults and and low-cost events and activities in Droel at 703-569-0214 or email ceremony, guests may enjoy activities and 12:30-2:30 p.m. at Army Navy teens. Free. Call 703-978-5600 or celebration of its 10th anniversary. [email protected]. and crafts and explore Gunston Hall’s Country Club, 3315 Old Lee visit Experiences include classes and grounds. The ceremony is followed Highway, Fairfax. The Salvation librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/ presentations, films and music, by a reception, an opportunity to Army Ladies Auxiliary of Fairfax event/4454036. special tours, and more. Visit FRIDAY/SEPT. 14 register to vote, and Gunston Hall’s County hosts “Treasures Revealed,” www.workhousearts.org/events/ B-I-N-G-O. 7 p.m. at Fire Station 3, exclusive theater performance, an art and antiques valuation event. category/10th-anniversary/. 4081 University Drive, Fairfax. All “Mason and his Legacy,” performed Everyone has something they own FRIDAY/SEPT. 7 proceeds go to purchasing fire and inside the mansion. Admission is free that they are curious about, whether B-I-N-G-O. 7 p.m. at Fire Station 3, rescue equipment. Call 703-273-3638 until 1 p.m. to all visitors. Call 703- it is something inherited, received as 4081 University Drive, Fairfax. All SUNDAY/SEPT. 9 or visit www.fairfaxvfd.com. 550-9220 ext. 240 or visit a gift, built in a collection over proceeds go to purchasing fire and Craft Show-Bazaar. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Movies Under the Moon: Matilda. gunstonhall.org. decades, or acquired yesterday in a rescue equipment. Call 703-273-3638 Springfield Masonic Temple, 7001 8 p.m. at Van Dyck Park, 3740 Old CommUnity FunFest. 1-4:30 p.m. at garage sale. Register and reserve a or visit www.fairfaxvfd.com. Backlick Road, Springfield. Various Lee Highway, Fairfax. Enjoy a night Unity of Fairfax, 2854 Hunter Mill valuation time slot at vendors inside and outside to under the stars in Van Dyck Park Road, Oakton. Fun for the whole Give.virginiasalvationarmy.org/ showcase beautiful handmade craft. with family and friends with a movie family with food, games, music, Fairfax-Treasuresrevealed. SATURDAY/SEPT. 8 Shop for friends and family before for all ages to enjoy. Free admission, children’s activities, and an auction is Pig Roast. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at American Marketing for Writers. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. the holiday season rush. There are bring chairs and blankets. open to everyone. Free, open to all. Legion Post 176, 6520 Amherst Ave., at Jubilee Christian Center, 4650 vendor spaces available. Food and Call 703-281-1767 or visit Springfield. The Springfield Shirley Gate Road, Fairfax. Join drinks available for sale. Free www.unityoffairfax.org/funfest. American Legion is hosting the 2nd Capital Christian Writers for a one- admission. Call 703-780-6519 or visit SATURDAY/SEPT. 15 Harry Ponder. 2-3:30 p.m. at Hidden Annual Pig Roast in support of the day writers marketing conference. www.nelliecustis.org. Pet Adoption Event. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Pond Nature Center, 8511 Greeley 8th Annual Virginia, State-Wide Aspiring writers have their own track at Pet Supplies Plus, 11054 Lee Blvd., Springfield. While the wizards Motorcycle Rally for the Legion to learn the nuts and bolts of getting Highway, Fairfax. Find a new forever head to Hogwarts, the muggles can Riders. Tickets are $20 until Aug. 22 published. $75-$115. Email TUESDAY/SEPT. 11 animal friend with the help of the celebrate the start of a new school and $25 afterwards. Tickets are [email protected] or visit Farm to Fairfax Market. 10 a.m.-2 City of Fairfax Animal Control and year at Hidden Pond. Learn about available at www.facebook.com/ capitalchristianwriters.org/ p.m. at Old Town Square, 10415 Animal Shelter. Visit our magical beasts, make your own Squadron176 (“Events” tab), at the index.php/2018-conference- North St., Fairfax. The market, will www.fairfaxva.gov/government/ wand, have your fortune told by Post lounge, or at the time of the marketing-for-writers/. be producers-only – meaning that all police/programs/animal-control/ Professor Treefroggie, and defend event. All are welcome and there is Annual Crab Feast Dinner. 3:30-6 vendors at the market may only sell adopt-a-pet. against the dark arts of pollution. $7. ample parking. Call 703-440-0336 or p.m. at Historic Pohick Church, 9301 what they raise on their farms or 14th Annual Merrifield Fall Email [email protected] visit www.facebook.com/ Richmond Highway, Lorton, in the make from scratch using local Festival. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Mosaic or call 703-451-9588. Squadron176. Common Room. The 26th Annual ingredients as much as possible. May- District. Presented by the Greater Twilight Rock-n-Run 5K, Glow Crab Feast, sponsored by the September, weather permitting. Call Merrifield Business Association Walk, Kids’ Fun Run. 5:30 p.m. Brotherhood of St Andrew, will 703-385-7893. (GMBA), in conjunction with SUNDAY/SEPT. 16 Runners and walkers from across include crabs, fried fish, steamed Cub Scout Registration. 6-7 p.m. at URBNmarket and Mosaic, and held NTRAK Scale Model Train Show. 1- Fairfax County will converge in shrimp, potato salad, pork and Burke United Methodist Church, will be in the heart of the Mosaic 4 p.m. at the Fairfax Station Railroad Lorton for the South County High chicken barbecue sandwiches, and 6200 Burke Centre Parkway, Burke. District with food vendors, a beer Museum, 11200 Fairfax Station School Band’s 4th Annual Twilight hot dogs for children. $30 per adult Cub Scout Pack 1347 invites boys, garden, music and entertainment, as Road, Fairfax Station. The Northern Rock -n- Run 5K. This yearly family- (ages 18 and older), $15 for children girls and family to “Hooked on well as a pre-holiday handmade and Virginia NTRAK members will hold a oriented event also features a 1-mile ages 12-17, and children under the Scouting Ice Cream Social and Sign vintage market. Children’s activities N gauge model train show. Ages 16 Glow Walk and a Kids’ Fun Run. The age of 12 are free. Contact Rodger up Night.” Includes free raffle including: Vienna Singing Princesses, and older, $4; 5-15, $2; 4 and under, evening event benefits the South Jones, [email protected], or giveaway and fun. Hosted by Troop pumpkin painting, face painting, hair free. Visit www.fairfax-station.org, County High School Band program. Fred Crawford, frcrawford205@ 1347. Free. Email braiding, sack races, karate, peace www.facebook.com/FFXSRR, or call Visit www.schsbands.org. comcast.net, or call the church office [email protected] or visit mural painting, carnival games and 703-425-9225. at 703-339-6572. www.burke1347.mytroop.us. more. Visit greatermerrifield.org/ SATURDAY-TUESDAY/SEPT. 22-25 Singers Wanted. 7:15 p.m. at the merrifield-fall-festival. United Baptist Church, 7100 Citizen Naturalization Ceremony. TUESDAY/SEPT. 18 Lord Fairfax Motorcycle Ride SEPT. 8-16 Columbia Pike, Annandale. Wakefield 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at George Mason’s Farm to Fairfax Market. 10 a.m.-2 Fundraiser. Multiple options to join Workhouse 10th Anniversary. At Chorale is looking for men and Gunston Hall, 10709 Gunston Road, p.m. at Old Town Square, 10415 Lord Fairfax and trace the boundaries Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Ox women who like to sing. The chorale Lorton. George Mason’s Gunston Hall North St., Fairfax. The market, will of the original Lord Fairfax Land Road, Lorton. The Workhouse Arts welcomes singers of all voice ranges. will partner with the United States be producers-only – meaning that all Grant with one-, two- and four-day Center invites the residents of Fairfax No audition is required. Rehearsals Citizenship and Immigration vendors at the market may only sell options. Participants will cover their County and guests from throughout are held on Tuesdays at 7:15 p.m. Services, Washington Office, in what they raise on their farms or own expenses. Details and the region to visit for a week of free beginning Sept. 11. Call Johanna naturalizing candidates. Before the make from scratch using local registration at lordfairfaxride.org.

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From Page 7 RECenter passes are valid at all nine Park Authority RECenters. Dates are subject to change. Visit THURSDAY/SEPT. 6 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ Capital Region Business Forum. recenter for more. 7:30-9:30 a.m. at Hilton McLean Tysons Corner, 7920 Jones Branch Drive, McLean. Virginia Gov. Ralph TUESDAY/SEPT. 11 Northam, Maryland Gov. Larry NARFE Fairfax 737 Luncheon Hogan and D.C. Mayor Muriel Meeting. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at Bowser will discuss their plans to American Legion Post 177, 3939 Oak Cats benefit from being in a foster home. We need long- and short-term work cooperatively to bolster the St., Fairfax. Presentation on “Refuse regional economy. Visit to be a Victim “ by Lt. Brian Ruck, fosters for cats of all ages, mothers with litters and kittens on their own. www.bot.org/upcomingevents/ Fairfax County Police. Meetings are dmvbizforum for more. held on the second Tuesday of each visit our website, Gentle Yoga. 12:30-2 p.m. at Sentara month from September through Surgery Specialists Comprehensive June, and opened to all active and Consider Fostering click on Participate Breast Center, 8988 Lorton Station retired Federal employees, spouses Blvd., Suite 103, Lorton. This yoga and guests. Register for luncheon Adopt/Donate/Volunteer at www.lostdogrescue.org protocol is facilitated by Pat ($11) by Sept. 7, 2018 at 703-280- Fitzsimmons RN, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, 2356. an instructor specifically trained to Engaging the (ADHD) Student in work with cancer patients who will Learning. 7-8:30 p.m. at The adapt traditional yoga practices to Oakwood School, 7210 Braddock meet the physiological and Road, Annandale. Learn six research- psychological needs of cancer based, active study methods that help patients. No registration required. It make studying engaging, faster and is recommended that participants result in learning – even for those dress comfortably and bring a yoga with ADHD. This event is part of the mat, towel(s), and water. Visit CHADD of NoVA/DC Chapter’s www.sentara.com for more. “Understanding ADHD” Lecture ESL Class Registration. 7 p.m. at Series. Free. Email Lord of Life Lutheran Church’s two [email protected] or call 703- campuses: Fairfax Campus, 5114 829-6129. Get tickets at Twinbrook Road, Fairfax; or Clifton www.eventbrite.com, search Campus, 13421 Twin Lakes Drive, “Engaging the ADHD Student.” Clifton. Registration fee $15; Text book $25. Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7-9 p.m.; start date is WEDNESDAY/SEPT. 12 on Sept. 11 and ends Nov. 15, 2018. Christian Women’s Luncheon. Call 703-323-9500 or visit 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Springfield Golf www.lordoflifeva.org. and Country Club, 8301 Old Keene Public Hearing. 7 p.m. in the Oaks Road, Springfield. The Springfield Room at Twin Lakes Golf Course, Christian Women’s Club Luncheon 6201 Union Mill Road, Clifton. The will feature Stacey Hawkins Fairfax County Park Authority presenting “Tea Time: The History of (FCPA) and the Northern Virginia Tea” and inspirational speaker Judy Regional Park Authority (NOVA Blevins with “Cheering Even When Parks) will hold a joint public Life Has Given You Nothing To Cheer hearing on the proposed adoption of About.” $20. Reserve at 703-922- an amendment to Park Regulation 6438 or email Section 1.17, Remote-Control Devices [email protected]. and Powered Models or Toys. The full text of the proposed amendment is available at THURSDAY/SEPT. 13 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ Gentle Yoga. 12:30-2 p.m. at Sentara model-aircrafts-drones. Anyone Surgery Specialists Comprehensive wishing to speak on this subject may Breast Center, 8988 Lorton Station call Judy Pedersen, FCPA Public Blvd., Suite 103, Lorton. This yoga Information Officer, at 703-324-8662 protocol is facilitated by Pat or email Fitzsimmons RN, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, [email protected], to be an instructor specifically trained to placed on the Speakers’ List. work with cancer patients who will adapt traditional yoga practices to meet the physiological and SATURDAY/SEPT. 8 psychological needs of cancer Walter4FCPS Campaign Kickoff. 6- patients. No registration required. It 8 p.m. at The Auld Shebeen, 3971 is recommended that participants Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Robert dress comfortably and bring a yoga Walter is running to represent the mat, towel(s), and water. Visit Springfield District on the Fairfax www.sentara.com for more. County School Board. With special guest: Donte Tanner. $25. Email [email protected] or visit SUNDAY/SEPT. 16 www.walter4fcps.com/ for more. 11th District Congressional Candidate Forum. 2-4 p.m. at the Sherwood Community Center, 3740 SUNDAY/SEPT. 9 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax. The One-hour Tours. 1-4 p.m. at the League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum, Fairfax Area will hold an 11th 11200 Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax District Congressional Candidate Station. Fairfax Station Railroad Forum. The certified candidates have Museum volunteers will conduct one- been invited and are listed here as hour tours (beginning at 1:15 and they appear on the Virginia 2:45 p.m.) of the area immediately Department of Elections’ website: Jeff around the Museum in the historic A. Dove. Jr. (R), Gerald Edward Fairfax Station village to help visitors Connolly (D) (incumbent), and learn what life was like when it was Stevan M. Porter (L). The questions an active depot. Ages 16 and older, for the candidates will come from the $4; 5-15, $2; 4 and under, free. Visit audience. This event is free and open www.fairfax-station.org, to the public. Email PR@lwv- www.facebook.com/FFXSRR, or call fairfax.org for more. 703-425-9225. THURSDAY/SEPT. 20 THROUGH SEPT. 9 Gentle Yoga. 12:30-2 p.m. at Sentara Pool Closure: South Run Surgery Specialists Comprehensive RECenter. Four Fairfax County Park Breast Center, 8988 Lorton Station Authority RECenter pools will be Blvd., Suite 103, Lorton. This yoga closing for regular, periodic cleaning protocol is facilitated by Pat and maintenance next month. Fitzsimmons RN, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, Consider trying out another county pool during the temporary shutdown. See Bulletin, Page 15 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton Connection ❖ September 6-12, 2018 ❖ 13 News ‘La Boheme’ for Season Opening Fairfax

Photo by Neshan Naltchayan/Courtesy FSO Symphony to kick-off new season Sept. 22.

By David Siegel The Connection

he powerhouse profes- T sional Fairfax Symphony Orchestra opens its 2018- 2019 season with a special perfor- mance of “La Bohème” in concert. This is the first time the orchestra Music director and conductor Christopher Zimmerman will present an entire concert-op- leading the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra. era endeavor. The concert will fea- ture renowned opera stars per-

Photos courtesy Fairfax Symphony Orchestra forming Puccini’s beloved master- work about a tragic love affair that has enthralled audiences for over a century. The concert also celebrates mu- sic director and conductor Chris- topher Zimmerman’s 10th anniver- sary season with the Fairfax Sym- phony (FSO). “La Boheme” tells a story of love and death within a bohemian circle of friends in 19th century Paris. The opera is cherished for its arias enfolding a love affair between a poor poet and a poor seamstress. Soprano Danielle Talamantes will perform the role Danielle Talamantes performs the role of Mimi in the of Mimi, the down-on-her heels Fairfax Symphony Orchestra concert of “La Boheme.” seamstress. Tenor Rolando Sanz will perform the role of Rodolfo, the broke poet. Colleen Daly is Musetta, as a seemingly carefree singer. Rolando Sanz, The FSO performance of “La performs the Bohème” will also feature singers role of Rodolfo from the Potomac Vocal Institute in the Fairfax lead by the celebrated opera per- Symphony former Elizabeth Bishop. Orchestra “The arts are an essential source concert of “La of creativity, education, and eco- Boheme.” nomic impact in Fairfax County,” said Jonathan Kerr, Executive Di- rector, FSO. “We’re honored to dedicate this Where and When season to Maestro Zimmerman’s Fairfax Symphony Orchestra presents “La Bohème” in concert at George Mason 10th Anniversary. Under his lead- University Center for the Arts, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. Performance Sept. ership the Fairfax Symphony is 22 at 8 p.m. Tickets $25, $39, $50, $53, and $65. Student tickets $15. For tickets increasingly recognized as one of visit www.fairfaxsymphony.org or by phone at 703-993-2787. Note: Pre-Perfor- the leading regional orchestras in mance discussions at 7 p.m. with Fairfax Symphony Orchestra conductor Christopher Zimmerman and special guests for insights into the performance. the country.” Zimmerman has scheduled a FSO has also engaged the North- years. The FSO performs before broad repertoire for the coming ern Virginia community by per- about 10,000 listeners each year. FSO season with a varied and forming D.C. area premieres such The upcoming FSO season in- emotional musical experience for as Philip Glass’s “Piano Concerto cludes programs with composers patrons. Zimmerman has a vision No. 3” written for pianist Simone including Tchaikovsky & that the FSO “must continue to Dinnerstein, who is an FSO audi- Beethoven; Mozart, Gershwin and build its programs and reputation ence favorite. Eryilmaz; Mendelssohn and in Northern Virginia and the D.C. The Fairfax Symphony Orches- Schumann, as well as Verdi. There region, to represent Fairfax County tra also provides a wide spectrum will also be special performances as fully and relevantly as possible, of educational and community of “The Nutcracker” with the and to provide meaningful and outreach programs. The FSO has Fairfax Ballet, and Holst’s “The high-quality artistry.” partnered with Fairfax County Planet” with the Fairfax County Under Zimmerman’s baton, the Public Schools for more than 50 All-Stars Youth Orchestra. 14 ❖ Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton Connection ❖ September 6-12, 2018 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Bulletin Poise Under

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KPMÄJ\S[`Z\YNPJHSZLZZPVUHM[LY^OPJO/LUY`3[*VS Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke sponsors Blake) and “Hawkeye” (Capt. Pierce) went outside a monthly meeting on the 2nd Tuesday of each the operating room/tent for some relief. “Hawkeye” month, noon-1:30 p.m., for caregivers to learn clearly agitated over a patient he couldn’t save; and to share with others experiencing similar Henry tried to offer him some comfort with the challenges. Before attending, contact the following words: “There are certain rules about war. facilitator, Eileen Thompson at 703-451-8626 or And rule number one is young men die. And rule [email protected]. number two is, doctors can’t change rule number Haven of Northern Virginia provides support, compassion, information and resources to the one.” bereaved and seriously ill. To become a Haven What scares me about cancer is, it follows no volunteer, please call 703-941-7000 to request rules and like war, leaves devastation in its wake. an orientation. 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