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VILLAGE NEWS see calendar AUGUST 2009 301-656-2797 VOLUME 24, NO. 3

Take an afternoon sail from historic Chestertown Spend an afternoon aboard a schooner and enjoy lunch, then your own tea party in one of the most beautiful and historic towns on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. On Tuesday, Sept. 8, we’ll travel to Chestertown for lunch at the Impe- rial Hotel, a sail aboard the Schooner Sultana, and tea at the White Swan Tavern. Founded in 1706, Chestertown rose in stature when it was named one of the six Royal Ports of Entry in the English colony of Maryland. The shipping Billy Crystal boom that followed this designation made the town at the navigable head of the Chester River wealthy. In the mid-eighteenth century, Chestertown trailed only at the National! Annapolis and was considered Maryland’s second leading port. Join us for a trip to see 700 Sundays, In 1774 the Chestertown Tea Party was held in Chestertown’s harbor in reac- Billy Crystal’s autobiographical tion to the taxes levied upon the colonists by England. journey, at the National Theatre on For our trip to the Eastern Shore, we’ll depart from the Center at 9 a.m. and Tuesday, Sept. 15. Billy plays numer- will arrive in Chestertown in time to explore the town and feast on a three- ous characters in this original play that course lunch at the Imperial Hotel, right in the center of this charming water- is both hilarious and touching. front town. Then we’ll board the Schooner Sultana, a replica of a Boston-built As a Broadway smash during the merchant vessel that served as the smallest schooner ever in the British Royal 2004-2005 season, 700 Sundays played Navy. Using the British Admiralty’s meticulous documentation of the original to sold-out houses and won a Tony Sultana, she has been recreated with outstanding detail and offers all who sail Award for special theatrical experi- aboard her a terrifi c glimpse of 18th century seafaring life. Launched in 2001, ence. In addition to the Tony, the suc- and based in the historic port of Chestertown, Maryland, Sultana now sails as cessful actor, writer, producer, come- the “Schoolship of the Chesapeake,” offering unique educational programs dian, and fi lm director was nominated between April and November each year. for Golden Globes for When Harry We’ll fi nish our visit to Chestertown with tea at the White Swan Tavern. Met Sally, City Slickers and Mr. Satur- The White Swan Tavern has been a familiar landmark in Chestertown since day Night. He was nominated for an Continued On Page 2 Continued On Page 2

Waterslide for Kids, page 2 New art class this fall! “Painting is for Everyone” is the name of a brand new Friendship Heights art class taught by our own Millie Shott. Get your feet and your paintbrush wet in this course designed to VILLAGE NEWS introduce students to the art of painting without the www.friendshipheightsmd.gov intimidation of rules and methods. Exercises designed Email: [email protected] by the instructor will acquaint students with the water- color medium. They will learn the art of color mixing The Village News is a publication of the Village Council, the elected and paint application on a variety of paper surfaces and governing body of the Special Tax District of the Village of Friendship Heights, 4433 South Park Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815, 301-656- experiment with collage and paper textures, inks, and 2797. The newsletter is produced through the cooperative efforts of glues. This is a process-oriented class that focuses on volunteers, Council members, and Village staff. exploration and skill development. Millie Shott is a mixed-media painter and gallery ADVERTISING director at the Friendship Gallery. She teaches in her The deadline for reserving space for the September issue is August 5. For suggestions about news items or information on advertising home studio and through the Smithsonian Resident As- rates, call 301-656-2797. Acceptance of advertising does not sociate Program. See details of the class on page 10. represent endorsement by the Village of Friendship Heights for any product or service, nor is the Village of Friendship Heights responsible for representations made by advertisers.

Summer fun on a water slide FOUNDER Children 10 and under are invited to beat the summer Martin Kuhn heat with a day of water play at the Village Center EDITORIAL STAFF on Wednesday, Aug. 12, from 1 to 3 p.m. Don Melanie Rose White Anne Hughes O’Neil Volunteer Editor Staff Writer, Advertising your bathing suit and bring a towel, we’ll provide Jennie Fogarty Susan C. Zarriello the water fun. We’ll have a water slide and ice-cold Staff Writer Page Design/Layout lemonade set up in Hubert Humphrey Park. FRIENDSHIP HEIGHTS VILLAGE COUNCIL There is no charge for Melanie Rose White this event, but please Mayor Maurice Trebach Robert M. Schwarzbart call the Village Center at Chairman Parliamentarian 301-656-2797 to register. Leonard E. Mudd Leonard J. Grant Children must be ac- Vice Chairman Historian Elizabeth companied by an adult. Demetra Harris VILLAGE MANAGER In the event of inclement Secretary Julian P. Mansfi eld weather, we’ll watch The Alvan M. Morris Treasurer Little Mermaid and do crafts in the Center.

Chestertown continued from page 1 Billy Crystal continued from page 1 pre-Revolutionary War days. The was also the rector of Bruton Parish Emmy Award for his direction of the restoration of the White Swan Tavern Church in Williamsburg, and presi- HBO fi lm “61*” and won a Drama began in 1978 with an archeological dent of the College of William & Mary. Desk Award for 700 Sundays. We will dig, which revealed that the site was We should return to Friendship leave the Village Center at 7 p.m. and used prior to 1733 as a tannery. It was Heights by 7:30 p.m. expect to return before 11:30 p.m. The then the home of Joseph Nicholson, The cost of the trip, which includes cost, which includes transportation, who was infl uential in the founding round-trip transportation, driver’s a seat in the Front Mezzanine and of Chestertown’s Washington College. gratuity, lunch, sailing trip, and tea, is driver’s tip, is $134. Residents and In 1793, the property passed to John $119. one guest may sign up immediately; Bordley, who turned it into a tavern. Residents may sign up immediate- non-residents may sign up August 15. The property was then used as a tav- ly; nonresidents may sign up starting There are 24 tickets available. The play ern by various owners and innkeep- Aug. 5. There are 23 spaces available. is not appropriate for children. Please ers, the most notable of whom was the Please note that this trip requires note: the bus cannot accommodate Reverend William H. Wilmer, pastor walking on some uneven surfaces, as wheelchairs. of St. Paul’s church, Alexandria. He well as boarding a sailboat.

2 The Village News August 2009 ON the GO…

The ultimate Last chance for Chicago shopping experience Due to last-minute cancellations, we have a few spaces available for a fabulous trip to Chicago Wednesday, Sept Join us for a trip to Wegmans, ranked this year by 30 through Monday, Oct. 5. Consumer Reports as the top large grocery chain in the The trip includes overnight stays at the Ritz-Carlton in United States, on Wednesday, Aug. 19. Cleveland, The Drake in Chicago, and the Omni Bedford This Fairfax megamarket, known for the freshest Springs Resort and Spa in Pennsylvania’s Cumberland Val- meats and vegetables from local farms, features a wine ley. Highlights of our autumn excursion include the Frick shop, a Kosher deli, a patisserie, and fabulous seafood Art and Historicial Center in Pittsburgh, Notre Dame Uni- selection. We’ll arrive in time for a quick look around versity, The Art Institute of Chicago, the Shedd Aquarium, before lunch (on your own) in the Market Café. You’ll and an architectural tour of Chicago by boat. fi nd cold and hot entrees as well as a Wokery, Sub Shop, Pizza, and a Sushi Bar. After lunch there will be plenty We’ll also enjoy dinner at one of Barack Obama’s favorite of time for serious shopping. restaurants. Spiaggia, the only four-star Italian restaurant We will leave the Village Center at 11 a.m. and return in Chicago, is tiered so that every table has a view of Lake before 3 p.m. The cost for the trip, which includes trans- Michigan. portation and driver gratuity, is $25. Residents and one The cost of the trip is $1449 per person based on double guest may sign up immediately at the Village Center; occupancy. The single supplement is $549 and due at sign- nonresidents may sign up Aug. 5. There are 40 spaces up. The deadline to sign up is Aug. 15. available. The Center will provide a cooler, but you are We strongly encourage you to purchase trip insurance. welcome to bring your own on the bus. Information can be obtained at the Center front desk.

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August 2009 The Village News 3 Blood Drive for Village yoga instructor on tv Children’s Hospital If you want to get a preview of Robin Dinerman’s yoga classes, you don’t have to peer through the glass doors A mobile unit collecting blood to be at the Village Center. You can watch her on television! donated to patients at Children’s For cable TV subscribers, Montgomery Municipal Hospital will be at the Friendship Cable TV - Channel 16 - offers local programming in the Heights Village Center on Satur- day, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 evenings. Cherryblossom Yoga with Robin Dinerman is p.m. a half-hour Hatha Yoga class designed for at-home view- The drive is sponsored by ers who are beginning or continuing students. the Children’s National Blood Center, which is part of Robin has been teaching locally for 22 years at FBI Children’s Hospital in Washington, D.C. Headquarters, NPR, The Jewish Community Centers of Donors must schedule an appointment in advance D.C. and Rockville, and the Chevy Chase Athletic Club, through Children’s National Blood Center. For more as well as privately. She has been an instructor at the information and to sign up to donate blood, please Friendship Heights Village Center for twelve years. call Angela Lockley at 202-476-6524 or go to www. Robin says that teach- cnmcblooddonor.com. ing a half-hour yoga class to an unseen audience is ”a fun challenge.” Join her on cable Channel 16, Wednesday nights at 8:30 p.m. and Thursday nights at 7 p.m. Classes Bank at the Friendship Heights Village Center will re- Safe and sume after Labor Day. Sound Richard J. Castiello, M.D. • D.C.’s only bank currently rated Five Stars in Bankrate.com’s "Safe & Sound Ratings." Sean T. Gunning, M.D.

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4 The Village News August 2009 The Separatist Tea and Talk: Confl ict in Sri Lanka The Litvak Legacy The lengthy civil war in Sri Lanka, which ended in May, From the 1880s to 1920s, a million Litvak (Lithuanian) Jews took close to 60,000 lives and displaced a million people. left Lita in the western edge of the Russian Empire to estab- Military spending consumed as much as a fourth of the lish new homes all over the world. Dr. Mark Ozer will re- national budget of this island nation, formerly known as late the fascinating story of their migration and the impact Ceylon. Tourism, foreign investment and domestic in- of their culture on the countries in which they settled at the dustry all suffered during this confl ict over the struggle Village Center on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 1:30 p.m. to establish a separate state in its Northern and Eastern The Litvaks formed a distinct culture that differed in its provinces. At the Village Center on Thursday, Sept.10, variant of their language of Yiddish as well as the character at 7:30 p.m., Asoka Bandarage, a professor in the Public of their religion. In his book, The Litvak Legacy, Dr. Ozer Policy Institute at Georgetown University and a resident writes about the roots of this distinctive cultural heritage. of Friendship Heights, will discuss the government’s 26- Copies of the book will be available for purchase. After year war with ethnic Tamil separatists as well as future the presentation, please stay for tea. Sign up for this free peace building in Sri Lanka. event by calling 301-656-2797. Prof. Bandarage specializes in comparative politics, South Asia and confl ict analysis and resolution and is the author of The Separatist Confl ict in Sri Lanka Terror- ,V

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August 2009 The Village News 5 PLAYING on the BIG SCREEN All movies now begin at 7 p.m.

A Note from the Program Directors As a courtesy to our speakers, authors and performers... • Turn off cell phones • Do not take food or drink into the auditorium • Arrive on time for all events • Unless it is an emergency, please stay until the conclusion of the program. It is distracting to others in the audience and insulting to the presenters when people walk out. Plenty of time to catch the shuttle bus will always be allowed.

Thursday, Aug. 6, 7 p.m.—Hotel for Dogs— Or- Thursday, Aug. 20, 7 p.m. — Coraline— A young phans Andi and her younger brother, Bruce fi nd a girl walks through a secret door and discovers a parallel home for their loyal dog Friday in an abandoned hotel reality that is eerily similar to the life she already know. and transform it into a four-star retreat for canines. Soon she must summon her resourcefulness in order to The challenge is trying to prevent their secret from fi nd her way back home and save her real family. Rated being discovered. Rated PG. Running Time: 100 min- PG. Running Time: 100 minutes. utes. Thursday, Aug. 27, 7 p.m. — Flash of Genius — Greg Thursday, Aug. 13, 7 p.m. —Rachel Getting Mar- Kinnear stars in this man-against-the-system docudrama ried — Rachel Buchman is about to be married to the as inventor Robert Kearns, the visionary who developed love of her life, but, Kym the black sheep of the fam- the modern intermittent windshield wiper , was rejected ily, threatens to ruin everything by dragging out old by car companies, then spent several decades attempting skeletons and dusting them off for display. Rated R. to collect on his patent. Rated PG-13. Running Time: 119 Running Time: 111 minutes. minutes.

6 The Village News August 2009 ART and CULTURE

‘Campy’ art on July 4th art show: exhibit in August patriotism This month’s exhibit in Friendship and paint Gallery is entitled “Artists from the The 2009 “Three Cheers for the Summer — Big and Small.” The Red, White and Blue” art show at group show will include teachers and Friendship Gallery exhibited thirty participants in the Village summer art area artists and their Fourth of July camp including Ingrid Barnes, Muriel interpretations. Cash prizes were Fine, Richard Kaufman, Eileen Mar- awarded at the July 12 reception to tin, Jahee Oh, Millie Shott, James Tay- the winners chosen by juror Millie lor, Carol Zillacus, and, students from Shott. First place was awarded to the camp. All are invited to meet the Irene Glaser for “Celebrate.” Second artists at a reception on Sunday, Aug. place was awarded to Glenda Oakley 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for “Celebrate the 4th.” Third place The exhibit runs from August 1 to was awarded to Margaret Kranking 31. Exhibit hours are Monday through for “Sailing Thomas Point Light.” Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, 9 Rehearsal Pause by Muriel Fine Honorable Mention awards were a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sun- presented to Jim Haynes, Bob Peavy, day, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Art in the audi- Rawligh Sybrant, Clifford Wheeler, torium is occasionally not available for viewing because of activities in that and Jim Wilson. Cash prizes were room; check with the front desk receptionist when you arrive. Please note sponsored by that all sales of art are fi nal. Nancy Mel- Don’t forget to contribute to the community collage set up in the hall of lon Realty and the Village Center. The fi nished composition will hang in next year’s July art the Friendship show with all the artists listed. Heights Village Council.

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August 2009 The Village News 7 Friendship Heights Calendar Village Center of Events 2009

AUGUST SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAYFRIDAY SATURDAY

1 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.: Twin Springs

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Coffee 10 a.m.: Great Books 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club 10:15 a.m.: Yiddish 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club 9:15 a.m.: Drop-in Tai Chi 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club and Sunday Papers 10:30 a.m.: Resistance 9:30 a.m.: Tai Chi 11 a.m.: Chair Exercise 9:30 a.m.: Tai Chi 10:30 a.m.: Coffee and 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.: Twin Training For Seniors with Tonya 1 p.m.: Fall Prevention 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Village Current Events Springs 1 p.m.: Strength Training 1 p.m.: Portraiture in Pencil 1 – 2:45 p.m.: Blood Playtime 10:30 a.m.: Strength with Tonya and Pastel Pressure Screening 6 p.m.: Scrabble Training with Cheryl 1 p.m.: Bridge Group 7 p.m.: Concert: Ericka 3 – 4 p.m.: Tea 7 p.m.: Movie:Hotel for 1 p.m.: Bridge Group Ovette and Friends 2:30 p.m.: Drawing and Dogs Painting 3 – 5 p.m.: Suburban Nurse Specialist 7 p.m.: Café Muse

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Coffee 8 a.m.: Depart for 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club 10:15 a.m.: Yiddish 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club 9:15 a.m.: Drop-in Tai Chi 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club and Sunday Papers Rehoboth 9:30 a.m.: Tai Chi 11 a.m.: Chair Exercise 9:30 a.m.: Tai Chi 10:30 a.m.: Coffee and 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.: Twin Springs 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.: 10 a.m.: Great Books 1 p.m.: Fall Prevention 1 p.m.: Water Slide 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Village Current Events Art Reception 10:30 a.m.: Resistance 1 – 2:45 p.m.: Blood for Children Playtime 10:30 a.m.: Strength Training For Seniors Pressure Screening 1 p.m.: Health Insurance 6 p.m.: Scrabble Training with Cheryl 1 p.m.: Strength Training 3 – 4 p.m.: Tea Counseling 7 p.m.: Movie: Rachel 1 p.m.: Bridge Group with Tonya 3 – 5 p.m.: Suburban 1 p.m.: Portraiture in Pencil Getting Married 1 p.m.: Bridge Group Nurse Specialist and Pastel 2:30 p.m.: Drawing and 1 p.m.: Suburban Painting Lecture: Lungs 7 p.m.: Concert: The Martin Family

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Coffee 10 a.m.: Great Books 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club 10:15 a.m.: Yiddish 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club 9:15 .m.: Drop-in Tai Chi 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club and Sunday Papers 1 p.m.: Strength Training 1 p.m.: Fall Prevention 11 a.m.: Depart for 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Village 10:30 a.m.: Coffee and 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.: Twin with Tonya 1 – 2:45 p.m.: Blood Wegmans Playtime Current Events Springs 1 p.m.: Bridge Group Pressure Screening 11 a.m.: Chair Exercise 6 p.m.: Scrabble 10:30 a.m.: Strength 3 – 4 p.m.: Tea with Tonya 7 p.m.: Movie: Coraline Training with Cheryl 3 – 5 p.m.: Suburban 1 p.m.: Portraiture in Pencil 1 pm.: Bridge Group Nurse Specialist and Pastel 7 p.m.: Concert: Dixie Power Trio

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Coffee 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club 10:15 a.m.: Yiddish 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club 9:15 a.m.: Drop-in Tai Chi 8:15 a.m.: Walking Club and Sunday Papers MVA Bus 1 p.m.: Fall Prevention 11 a.m.: Chair Exercise 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Village 10:30 a.m.: Coffee and 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.: Twin 10 a.m.: Great Books 1 – 2:45 p.m.: Blood with Tonya Playtime Current Events Springs 1 p.m.: Strength Training Pressure Screening 1 p.m.: Portraiture in Pencil 6 p.m.: Scrabble 10:30 a.m.: Strength with Tonya 3 – 4 p.m.: Tea and Pastel 7 p.m.: Movie: Flash of Training with Cheryl 1 p.m.: Bridge Group 3 – 5 p.m.: Suburban 7 p.m.: Concert: Marc- Genius 1 pm.: Bridge Group Nurse Specialist Gottlieb and Harriett 30 31 Wingreen 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Coffee 10 a.m.: Great Books and Sunday Papers 1 p.m.: Bridge Group

Shuttle bus hours Celebrating Community and Cuisine in the Village Monday through Friday 6:40 a.m. to 9:40 p.m. Mark your calendars for the Third Annual Taste Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. of Friendship Heights on Saturday, Sept. 12, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Villlage Center. This rain-or-shine event features great food from local Village Center Hours restaurants including Indique Heights, Lia’s, Rock Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Creek, Potomac Pizza, Gifford’s, Alfi o’s, Bambulé, Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Maggiano’s and more. There will be live music, a Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. moon bounce for the children, and face painting. Players from the American University Basketball The Friendship Heights Village Center team will also show off their skills. This event is open to everyone. People who live or is sponsored by the Friendship Heights Village work in the Village are especially welcome. Council and the Friendship Heights Urban Network. CLASSES and CLUBS

PLEASE SIGN UP AT LEAST 48 HOURS BEFORE THE START OF A SESSION – A CLASS MAY BE CANCELED IF IT DOES NOT HAVE A MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS REGISTERED. PARTICIPANTS MUST PAY FOR THE FULL SERIES - NO REFUNDS AFTER CLASS BEGINS.

All participants in fi tness classes as well as Drop-in Tai Chi are required to sign a liability waiver when they register.

ART The cost is $70. Maximum number is 8. Last class is Sept. 9. FALL PREVENTION ACRYLIC OR OIL PAINTING This 6-week class begins Sept. 8. Meets (DAYTIME) STILL LIFE PAINTING Tuesdays, from 1 to 1:45 p.m. The A 10-week course for all skill levels, A 10-week course with Joan Sam- class, taught by Tonya Walton, will taught by Doris Haskel, begins Sept. worth begins Sept. 17. Class em- focus on simple exercises you can do 14. Meets Mondays from 2:30 to phasizes the elements of art: line, to improve overall balance. The cost is 4:30 p.m. Cost is $50 for residents; $70 color, texture, shape and value and $62. Session ends Oct. 13. for nonresidents. Residents may sign is designed for all levels of experi- up immediately; nonresidents may ence. Advance at your own pace with MAT PILATES sign up Aug. 10. Session ends Nov. 23 individual critiques and instruction. This 6-week session begins Sept. 8. (no class on Oct 12). Maximum num- Suggested media are pastels, water- Meets Tuesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. The ber of students is 18. color, acrylics, color pencil. Supply cost is $80 for residents and $90 for list will be handed out fi rst day of nonresidents. Movements to improve ACRYLIC OR OIL PAINTING class. Meets Thursdays from 11 a. balance, strength and fl exibility. Pilates (EVENING) m. to 2:30 p.m. (you may bring lunch balls are used to assist in some exer- A 10-week course for all skill levels, – brown bag only). The cost is $145 for cises. Not recommended for pregnant taught by Doris Haskel, begins Sept. residents; $150 for nonresidents. Last women or those with serious spinal 10. Meets Thursdays from 6:45 to class is Dec. 3 (class will not meet on conditions. The class is taught by 8:45 p.m. Cost is $50 for residents; $70 Oct. 29). Ginger Russell. Required equipment: for nonresidents. Residents may sign Pilates/Yoga mat, large bath towel. up immediately; nonresidents may EXERCISE AND FITNESS Questions? E-mail – Gingerrusteach@ sign up Aug. 10. Class ends Nov. 19 yahoo.com. Session ends Oct. 13. (no class on Oct. 29). Maximum num- CHAIR EXERCISE WITH TONYA This 6-week class begins Sept. 9. Meets ber is 16. STRENGTH TRAINING Wednesdays, from 11 to 11:50 a.m. WITH CHERYL The class, taught by Tonya Walton, PAINTING IS FOR EVERYONE This 6-week session begins Sept. 18. is for toning upper and lower body A 6-week course for all skill levels, Meets Fridays, from 10:30 to muscles, and improving strength and taught by Millie Shott, begins Sept. 11:30 a.m. The class, taught by energy, through chair exercises. The 11. Meets Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m. The Cheryl Clark, will enhance range of cost is $62. Session ends Oct. 14. cost is $70. Maximum number is 10. motion and strengthen muscles and Last class is Oct. 23 (class will not meet work on balance and posture. The CHAIR YOGA AND MORE on Oct. 2). Please see a description of cost is $65. Session ends Oct. 23. the class on page 2. This 8-week series taught by Louisa Klein begins Sept. 9. Meets Wednes- STRENGTH TRAINING days from 3 to 4:15 p.m. Benefi ts body, PORTRAITURE IN PENCIL WITH TONYA mind and spirit using synchronized AND PASTEL This 6-week session begins Sept. 14. breathing and movement. Instills This 6-week class, taught by Mari- Meets Mondays, from 1 to 1:50 p.m. calm, steady, physical and emotional anne Winter, begins August 5. Meets The class, taught by Tonya Walton, well being. Includes weight bearing Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m. Students focuses on increasing mobility, fl exibil- and centering poses, isometrics, ton- will concentrate on achieving likeness ity, balance, and overall strength. The ing and strengthening. Learn skills to using photos or reproductions of art- cost is $62. Session ends Oct. 19. work. Please bring a pad and pencil or improve all body systems that you can incorporate into your daily life. The pastel to the fi rst class. Some previous STRETCH CLASS WITH TONYA cost is $80. Class ends Oct. 28. experience in drawing is necessary. This 6-week course begins Sept. 8.

10 The Village News August 2009 Meets Tuesdays, at 10:30 a.m. This 30- students begins Sept. 16. Instructor is not affi liated with the Friendship minute class will provide stretches for Elena Marra-Lopez has taught teen- Heights Village Council. the entire body and will improve over- agers and adults at Sidwell Friends all circulation, fl exibility, strengthen School, Washington International GREAT BOOKS and tone muscles, and improve posture School, Montgomery College, and the DISCUSSION GROUP and balance. The cost is $30. Last class USDA Graduate School. Class meets Book lovers participate in lively pre- is Oct. 13. Maximum number is 10. Wednesdays, from 6 to 8 p.m. The cost sentations and discussions of works, is $210. Session ends Nov. 4. Please usually taken from the Great Books TAI CHI (THURSDAY) call the instructor at 301-652-0828 for series. Leadership is rotated among This 6-week session begins Sept. 10. information about purchasing the text- group members. Meets Mondays from Meets Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 book before the fi rst class. 10 a.m. to noon. Contact Jean McNelis a.m. The cost is $40. Feel free to email at 301-656-6695. instructor Thomas Johnson at taiji- SPANISH 2 (CONTINUED) [email protected] if you have any ques- This 8-week course begins Sept. 15. For HEALTH INSURANCE tions about this class. Session ends former students or with permission COUNSELING Oct. 15. from the instructor, Elena Marra-Lopez Free assistance offered by the Mary- (you may call her at 301-652-0828). land Cooperative Extension’s Senior TAI CHI (TUESDAY) Class meets Tuesdays, from 6 to 8 p.m. Health Insurance Assistance Program. This 6-week session begins Sept. 8. The cost is $220. Session ends Nov. 3. Call 301-590-2819 for an appointment; Meets Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. walk-ins are welcome. The cost is $40. Session ends Oct. 13. ONGOING GROUPS, CLUBS SCRABBLE YOGA (DAY) AND OTHER ACTIVITIES This group of Scrabble players meets This 10-week class in Hatha Yoga for BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING/ at the Center Thursdays at 6 p.m. All beginning and continuing students is SUBURBAN NURSE are welcome. taught by Robin Dinerman and begins A Suburban Hospital nurse is on hand Sept. 13. Meets Sundays from 9 to to offer free blood pressure screenings TEA TIME 10:20 a.m. The session includes semi- Tuesdays from 1 to 2:45 p.m. only. The Village residents and their guests are strenuous postures, stretches, and co- nurse is also available for consulta- invited to tea every Tuesday from 3 ordinated breathing, as well as a quiet tions Tuesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. to 4 p.m. Hot beverages, cookies and period for relaxation and meditation. fruit are served by Village volunteers. Wear loose clothing, bring a blanket or COFFEE AND There is no cost. large towel and mat (can be purchased CURRENT EVENTS at class). Don’t eat for 2 hours before This long-running discussion group VILLAGE PLAY TIME class. The cost is $120. Class will not meets informally every Friday from Children of all ages are welcome to meet Sept. 27, Oct. 11 or 11/29. Stu- 10:30 a.m. to noon. Led by group be together at the Village Center most dents who miss a class may make it up members. Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Monday class with the instructor’s Games, toys and play equipment will permission. Session ends Dec. 6. CONCERTS be set out in the auditorium for their Free live music is presented every enjoyment. Children must be accom- YOGA (EVENING) Wednesday throughout the year at panied by a caregiver, friend or family This 10-week class in Hatha Yoga for 7:30 p.m. Check the calendar and con- member over age 13. beginning and continuing students is cert page for each week’s performance taught by Robin Dinerman and begins information. WALKING CLUB Sept. 14. Meets Mondays from 7 to Leaves the Center every Tuesday, 8:20 p.m. See description above. The FHUN Thursday and Saturday at 8:15 a.m. cost is $120. Class will not meet Sept. The Friendship Heights Urban Net- for a walk through a nearby neighbor- 28, Oct. 12 or Nov. 30. Students who work (FHUN) is a group dedicated to hood. Contact Helen Davis at 301-718- must miss a class may make it up in bringing together young professionals, 6340 for more information. the Sunday class. Session ends Dec. 7. young parents, and college students. The group organizes events such as YIDDISH Meets Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m. to LANGUAGE monthly Happy Hours, barbeques, and special evenings at local restaurants. speak and read in Yiddish. Contact BEGINNING SPANISH For more information, check FHUN’s Maurice Singer at 202-362-0883 for This 8-week course for brand new website at www.fhun.net. This group details. August 2009 The Village News 11 CONCERTS

Concerts are performed Wednesdays, from 7 to 8 p.m., in Hubert Humphrey Park at the Village Center. As a courtesy to our performers, please turn off any cell phones or electronic devices. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved into Huntley Hall in the Center. Our concerts are very popular and the mosquitoes seem to enjoy the music too. Concertgoers may want to bring insect repellent as a precaution.

Wednesday, Aug. 5 — Ericka Ovette and Friends studied on fellowships at The Juilliard Graduate — Vocalist Ericka Ovette presents a program featuring School. In her freelance days, she was in great demand tunes from the Great American Songbook. Ericka is a as pianist for various opera societies, modern dance versatile performer whose style is often compared groups, professional choruses, and radio and TV studio to jazz greats Sarah Vaughn and Ella Fitzgerald. She recordings. In addition to her position as a pianist and returns to the Village Center accompanied by Tommy celesta player with the New York Philharmonic, she Cecil on bass and Rick Whitehead on guitar. assists the conductors and soloists in the preparation of their performances with the Orchestra. She has toured Wednesday, Aug. 12 — The Martin Family—This with the Philharmonic in Europe, South America, talented group performs a rich blend of Old-Time and and Asia, and performs frequently in the New York Irish music. The informal “house band” for Mount Philharmonic Ensembles chamber music concerts at Vernon for more than 10 years, the Martin Family has Merkin Concert Hall. been described has “always lively and fun to watch.” Their unique mix of instruments — hammered dulcimer, mandolin, fi ddle, banjo, guitar, button accordion, piano, recorder and tin — offers an exciting and unique blend of traditional music, and has earned GENERAL COSMETIC DENTISTRY them a reputation of a group that is fun loving and a joy to listen to. Named “Best Dentist” by Washingtonian Magazine 301.664.9695 [email protected] Wednesday, Aug. 19 — Dixie Power Trio — This four-man “trio” hails from Fredericksburg, Va., and Don’t let snoring ruin another night! offers an exciting combination of New Orleans jazz, Dixieland and zydeco. Led by Zack Smith, the band Just think... features Andy Kochenour, Wayne Wilkinson, and Byron McWilliams. After a number of well-received 1RPDFKLQH performances at venues such as the Kennedy Center, 1RPHGLFDWLRQV and with newfound popularity on the web, the DPT has begun establishing itself as the East Coast’s 1RVXUJHU\ premier New Orleans music ensemble. 1RVQRULQJ Just sleep. Wednesday, Aug. 26 — Marc Gottlieb and Harriet Wingreen — Marc Gottlieb came to the U.S. from his We provide an alternative to the cumbersome CPAP. native Leipzig, Germany, as a child and was enrolled in the Professional Children’s School in New York 1RUWK3DUN$YHQXH and Julliard School of Music. He made his solo recital debut at Town Hall when he was ten and went on to (OL]DEHWK$UFDGH6XLWH& become of the most successful and best known names &KHY\&KDVH0' in chamber music. Harriet Wingreen a native New www.dralonabauer.com Yorker, received her early musical training at the Third Street Music School Settlement and subsequently )UHHSDUNLQJ,QWHUHVWIUHHӾQDQFLQJ

12 The Village News August 2009 TO YOUR HEALTH

Donate used eyeglasses Taking a Deep Breath Are your old eyeglasses obsolete? Why not donate them Join Carl Voss, Respiratory Therapist and Director of Sub- to Lions Club. Each month, the Leisure World Lions urban Hospital’s Respiratory Care Services, for a discus- Club will pick up eyeglasses and frames from the Village sion on lung function at this month’s Suburban Health Center. The glasses are then cleaned, disinfected and dis- Lecture at the Village tributed to the underprivileged, particularly in develop- Center on Wednesday, ing countries. August 12, at 1 p.m. Participants will also Sun, sand and shopping learn about lung diseases including signs, symp- A few spaces remain for our trip to Rehoboth Beach on toms, and treatment Monday, Aug. 10. We’ll depart from the Village Center options. at 8 a.m., arriving in Rehoboth in time to enjoy lunch on There is no cost for the your own. We should return by 7 p.m. talk, but please call 301- The cost of the trip is $53. Sign-ups begin immedi- 656-2797 to let us know if ately. Children over 5 years old are welcome but must you plan to attend. be accompanied by an adult.

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14 The Village News August 2009 Short-term stays that leave long-term impressions Taking a vacation, a business trip or a much needed At Sunrise, we offer fully furnished private suites, break from your caregiving routine can be a three delicious meals daily including snacks, challenge for anyone caring for a senior loved one. personalized assistance and care, as well as stimulating That’s why you should consider a short-term stay. It’s activities, housekeeping and scheduled group outings. also an option for seniors needing extra assistance after a hospital stay. Our short-term stay program offers Visit or call us today to learn more about our caregivers peace of mind when quality, senior care is short-term stays. needed. SAVE THE DATE: Wednesday, August 19; WINE and CHEESE event 4pm-6pm Please rsvp by August 12th Saturday, September 12; TASTE OF FRIENDSHIP HEIGHTS (at Village Center) Call today for details.

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August 2009 The Village News 15 ing Community Service Award, and Maryland Delegate Village Council Corner Susan Lee, who was given a Certifi cate of Appreciation. Three Village residents—Jean McNelis, Janet Morrison, Council Honors Al Morris for Landscaping Barbara Salter—were also recognized for their commu- nity service. Lastly, we honored another Village cente- narian, Rose Morgan of Brighton Gardens. Bob Schwarzbart Re-elected as TMD Chair Congratulations to Village Council member Bob Schwarzbart, who was re-elected as Chairman of the Friendship Heights Transportation Management District Advisory Committee for a second term. Bob and fellow Council member Len Grant represent the Village on the TMD.

Council actions at the July 13 meeting: • Authorized Council Treasurer and Village staff to Our annual Fourth of July celebration at the Village place investable funds in Treasuries, bank deposits Center featured a huge crowd, beautiful weather, and a and the MLGIP as deemed proper; special recognition for Village Council member Alvan • Approved purchase of selected stained glass artwork Morris. Mayor White presented a plaque to Dr. Morris for his efforts to beautify the Village parks. The plaque for Village Center lobby, total cost $2,721.60; (with granite base) is installed in the corner of the Japa- • Approved proposal for landscaping in Willoughby nese Maple bed by the Center front entrance (see photo Park, total cost $6,017.44; above). Also honored were Maryland State Senator • Approved renewal of membership in Maryland Mu- Brian Frosh, who received the Elizabeth Scull Outstand- nicipal League, total cost $7,939.02.

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