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2 ❖ Vienna/Oakton Connection ❖ March 6-12, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Vienna/Oakton Connection Editor Kemal Kurspahic News 703-778-9414 or [email protected] Local Leaders Praise Transportation Funding Bill 34th district who was narrowly defeated in State Senator Chap Petersen wants you to curb your enthusiasm. her 2009 reelection bid by Republican Bar- By Victoria Ross bara Comstock. “It contains $300 million The Connection Newspapers for Dulles Rail and a funding mechanism to allow our region to raise funds that stay olitics makes strange bedfellows, here for our transportation priorities— and sometimes estranged ones as something we tried and failed to accomplish well. On Saturday, Feb. 23, the with the 2002 referendum.” P Vanderhye said she was “outraged” that last day of the Virginia General

Assembly, state legislators struck a biparti- Photos by Victoria Connection Ross/The some Northern Virginia legislators would san 11th hour deal to pass a comprehen- vote “no” solely based on their pledge to sive transportation funding plan—the first Americans for Tax Reform, the organization long-term plan in 27 years. created by anti-tax crusader Grover Republican Governor Robert McDonnell, Norquist. In the Taxpayer Protection Pledge, who received credit for hammering out the candidates and incumbents solemnly bind “compromise” legislation, declared passage themselves to oppose any and all tax in- of the bill “a historic day in Virginia." creases, and the ATR has the role of pro- “There is a ‘Virginia Way’ of cooperation moting and monitoring the pledge. and problem solving, and we saw it work Since its rollout with the endorsement of again today in Richmond,” McDonnell said President Reagan in 1986, the pledge has in a statement Saturday. become de rigeur for Republicans seeking The proposal, financed largely by higher office. sales and car taxes, is projected to raise Like most Democrats, Petersen staunchly more than $3.5 billion for roads and rails opposes the ATR and its pledge. “The only Sen. Chap Petersen confers on the over five years and nearly $900 million an- pledge I will take is to my wife,” Petersen Senate floor with a colleague in Del. Tim Hugo (R-40) discusses an nually after 2018. Northern Virginia would has said. Richmond on Monday, Feb. 18. Sen. upcoming bill on the House floor get hundreds of millions from the state, in- But his “no” vote on the transportation Dave Marsden (D-37) is sitting to of the Capitol in Richmond on cluding $300 million committed to com- package puts him the same camp as Repub- Petersen’s right. Monday, Feb. 18. plete Metro’s Silver Line extension to Dulles lican Del. Tim Hugo (R-40), who did not International Airport. (R-42) and Del. Vivian Watts (D-39) for the wholesale gas tax and diesel tax con- vote in favor of the governor’s bill “as I do Many local leaders—Republicans and reaching agreement on a funding strategy tain “triggers” that will cause them to rise not believe that it is the right vehicle to Democrats alike—applauded the package that “moves us in the right direction,” if Congress does not authorize the state to address Virginia’s transportation needs. as a “win” for Northern Virginia. Bulova said. collect sales tax on Internet purchases, Now is not the time to increase taxes on Supervisor John Cook (R-Braddock) said But State Senator Chap Petersen (D-34) which analysts say is unlikely to happen Virginia’s hard-working families. While I he was “thrilled” at the additional funding put the brakes on the cross-party celebrat- before the Jan. 1, 2015 “trigger date.” If disagree with the bill’s approach, I appreci- for Northern Virginia. ing. In a series of scathing comments and Congress does not act on the legislation by ate my colleagues’ efforts to solve our trans- “Money in this bill will also help finish posts on his blog OxRoadSouth, Petersen that date, the tax will jump from 3.5 per- portation needs,” Hugo said. the Dulles Rail project, alleviate congested called the bill “the train wreck that was the cent to 5.1 percent, increasing the gas tax roads and ensure existing infrastructure is final compromise on HB 2313,” and said it to 17.85-cents-per-gallon. AMERICANS FOR TAX REFORM ap- properly maintained,” Cook said. He added may be unconstitutional as well. ❖ For Northern Virginia taxpayers, that plauded Hugo and 18 other Virginia law- that he’s spoken with numerous voters in “If you like discriminatory taxes against means they are likely to be paying more in makers—including Comstock, Scott town halls and neighborhood meetings, and Northern Virginia, then you might like this gas taxes after Jan. 1, 2015, than they are Lingamfelter (R-31), Robert G. Marshall (R- one of the top concerns has been the dete- bill. I think it’s a terrible policy,” Petersen now. 13) and David Ramadan (R-87) for “stand- riorating condition of Fairfax County’s roads said in an email on Tuesday. ❖ The local hotel tax increases 3 percent. ing firm” against “a $6.1 billion tax increase. and increased congestion. The bill provides new revenues for trans- Revenue from the Northern Virginia-spe- … These lawmakers serve as an example of “With this bill, we’re one step closer to portation through increased taxes and user cific taxes will be locally controlled, through what legislative leadership looks like,” the significant improvement in these areas,” he fees that, in many cases, are higher for tax- the Northern Virginia Transportation Au- ATR said in a statement released Saturday. said. payers in Northern Virginia than other parts thority. Petersen said he’s unfazed by any false of the state. For example, under the new Petersen said that’s not enough to turn a comparisons to those in the ATR camp, and SHARON BULOVA, the Democratic chair- bill, the sales tax rises from 5 to 6 percent bad bill into a better deal. stands by his opposition to the bill based man of the Fairfax County Board of Super- only in Northern Virginia and Hampton He described the final deal as “a grotesque on what he calls the bill’s “lack of vision,” visors, said the bill was a “great step toward Roads, and to 5.3 percent everywhere else combination of tax cuts, tax rebates, tax the inequities to Northern Virginians and addressing the transportation challenges we in the state. increases, new taxes, old taxes which are what he believes is the bill’s ultimate fail- face in Fairfax County and the Northern ❖ There’s also a new 0.25 percent sales phased out (and then reappear elsewhere), ure to solve the state’s transportation prob- Virginia region.” tax on homes in Northern Virginia. That regional alliances … special projects, and lems. Del. Scott Surovell and Sen. Adam Bulova was instrumental in creating the means an additional transfer tax of $1,250 exceptions to all of the above.” Ebbins were the only other Northern Vir- Urban Crescent Coalition—a group of 54 on the sale of a $500,000 home, on top of He asked his Republican colleagues: “Did ginia Democrats to vote against the bill. mayors and county chairs of the state’s 46 capital gains tax. you have to rewrite the entire code book, “The method for raising these funds is most populous regions stretching from ❖ Virginia’s car tax rises from 3 percent so you could use the fake ‘but we’re cutting complicated, contradictory and will even- Northern Virginia to Richmond and Hamp- to 4.3 percent, meaning a new $30,000 car taxes too!’ line on gullible voters?” tually create ‘two Virginias’—with differing ton Roads. For months, the coalition has or truck will come with a $1,290 tax bill. He conceded the bill will raise millions tax rates and, ultimately, differing levels of been lobbying top commonwealth leaders ❖ The 17.5-cents-per-gallon tax on gaso- for transit, including new support for Rail support from Richmond,” Petersen said. to adequately fund Virginia’s “crumbling” line, which has remained unchanged since to Dulles, which is “critical” for the region. Petersen contends that any sustainable transportation system. 1986, has been replaced by a wholesale tax And for many commuters in Northern transportation funding solution should be Bulova said she was “especially pleased on gasoline at 3.5 percent. For consumers Virginia, that may be enough reason to “simple, uniform and equitable. It should with the commitment of $300 million for of diesel fuel, the tax rises to 6 percent. The embrace a long-awaited transportation- stick to the historic premise that ‘the user the Silver Line “which will help to keep tolls tax will not show up at the pump when con- funding package. pays’ for our highways. It should treat all in the Dulles Toll Road affordable for North- sumers pay for gasoline, but will likely be “This bi-partisan compromise is far from taxpayers equally.” ern Virginia motorists.” incorporated into the price by distributors. perfect, but it was supported overwhelm- “I’ve been told that my opposition to this Both Cook and Bulova applauded the bi- ❖ State road funds are linked to Internet ingly by the business community and weary plan may result in the demise of my politi- partisan efforts of Governor McDonnell, tax legislation currently pending (languish- commuters,” said former state delegate cal career. If so, I can only state, at least Sen. Janet Howell (D- 32), Del. David Albo ing) in Congress. For Northern Virginians, Margaret Vanderhye, a Democrat from the there’s some benefit,” Petersen quipped. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Vienna/Oakton Connection ❖ March 6-12, 2013 ❖ 3 News

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Vienna Girl Scout Troop #136 on the steps of Virginia’s Capitol got a chance to meet Photo by Victoria Ross/The Connection Miss Virginia 2012 Rosemary Willis during their tour of the Capitol on Monday, Feb. 18. Girl Scout Day at the State Capitol continuously operating in the Western Hemisphere. Learning Virginia’s rich The girls also learned that the building was de- history. signed by Thomas Jefferson, and is the first public building in America constructed in the Monumental By Victoria Ross Classical style. It has served as a prototype for count- The Connection less capitols, courthouses, municipal buildings, and even churches and residences for more than 200 icking Washington’s Birthday to tour the Vir- years. ginia State Capitol and learn a little about “The girls really enjoyed their trip to Richmond. P Del. Mark Keam (left) and Sen. Chap Petersen (far right) Virginia history—the birthplace of eight presi- The tour was part of earning the government badge,” dents—was perfect timing for a group of Vienna Girl said troop leader Lisa Dauernheim. “Fourth grade is pose with Vienna Girl Scout Troop #136 on the steps of Scouts. the year that they learn all about Virginia history, so Virginia’s historic State Capitol on Monday, Feb. 18. “It was cool to see the statue of George Washing- they had been learning about a lot of the things high- ton, especially since it was his birthday,” said Hol- lighted on our tour and they were very quick to an- land, 9, who attends Marshall Road Elementary swer questions posed by our tour guide. … It was a “Fourth grade is the year that they learn School. good and educational way to spend a day off of The fourth-grader said she thought it was “really school.” all about Virginia history, so they had cool” to be recognized in the House Chamber by Del. The girls also got a chance to meet Miss Virginia Mark Keam (D-35), whose daughter, Brenna Keam, 2012, Rosemary Willis. “That was fun for them. Miss been learning about a lot of the things is also a member of Girl Scout Troop #136. Virginia was like a princess or a rock star to these highlighted on our tour and they were Keam took the troop of fourth-graders, who attend girls,” said mom Ede Linterman. The girls also met Marshall Road Elementary School and Mosby Woods Virginia Secretary of Education Laura Fornash, who very quick to answer questions posed by Elementary School, on the tour along with Sen. Chap gave them a brief talk about Virginia’s education sys- Petersen (D-34), pointing out statues and architectural tem. The group was accompanied on the trip by troop our tour guide.” highlights of the capitol which, since 1788, has been leaders Lisa Dauernheim, Amanda Waltrip, Rita — Troop #136 leader Lisa Dauernheim home to the General Assembly, the oldest legislature Monner and Erin Kane.

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Del. Mark Keam (D-35) shows Vienna Girl Scout Troop #136 around the Sen. Chap Petersen (D-34) shows Vienna Girl Scout Troop #136 around Virginia State Capitol Grounds on Monday, Feb. 18. the Virginia State Capitol Grounds on Monday, Feb. 18

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Oxen being gored, and all public open space, woodlands, Andrea Smith Classified Advertising “Politico,” two prominent Repub- move on to the business of deter- that. trails and open play areas in- 703-778-9411 lican CEOs lambasted GOP guber- mining a serious leader with real Anyone seen a Volt anywhere? crease.” [email protected] natorial candidate Ken Cuccinelli solutions. The FCPA and Reston Commu- Debbie Funk at the Feb. 22 meeting of the Re- Harry Locock nity Center do not need to reduce National Sales publican Governors Association, RJ Narang Reston already limited open space and 703-778-9444 saying his hard core socially con- Vienna parkland to provide new indoor [email protected] servative policies will make Vir- recreation facilities. There are a ginia less attractive for business, Protecting Open number of opportunities in Reston Editor & Publisher and he is out of the Virginia main- ‘Green’ Tax to develop private and public in- Mary Kimm stream. To the Editor: Spaces door recreation facilities that 703-778-9433 [email protected] It is good to finally see leading You have to laugh. You know To the Editor: would enhance and revitalize ex- @MaryKimm members of the Republican Party how our liberal friends love to I am writing to express my con- isting centers. As just one example, speaking up for the betterment of raise “revenue” for a variety of self- cern regarding the current pro- Tall Oaks shopping center has Executive Vice President Jerry Vernon our state. defined beneficent causes: Rail to posal to build a new indoor recre- been struggling for years. An in- [email protected] To date, Mr. Cuccinelli has not Dulles, “transportation,” school ation center at Baron Cameron door recreation center could sta- exhibited the same kind of mod- facilitators, “green” projects, and Park. Our open spaces and bilize this area, bringing in people Editor in Chief eration as his would-be predeces- such. Plunging in to save the parkland are limited. Once our and revenue that could attract and Steven Mauren Managing Editor sor Gov. McDonnell. As case in world, some folks purchased, at a open spaces and parkland are re- keep businesses and restaurants. Kemal Kurspahic point, he has been quite vocal in price, hybrid vehicles. Now no placed with buildings and parking The FCPA and RCC need to look Photography: his disdain for the transportation sooner have these environmen- areas, cement and asphalt, they for other options to meet indoor Deb Cobb, Louise Krafft, Craig Sterbutzel bill recently passed under the tally worthy folks been slapped are gone for good. recreation needs without reducing Art/Design: stewardship of McDonnell, who of with a small tax directly (with Baron Cameron Park currently outdoor recreation opportunities. Laurence Foong, John Heinly course is a Republican as well. The Democrat votes), they are rushing provides a variety of recreational To quote again from FCPA policy: Production Manager: bill is primarily based on new taxes to the microphones at warp speed. amenities, including football “Collaborative efforts between Jean Card Geovani Flores and cuts, and was passed on a bi- Our delegate, who has two such fields, soccer fields, community the private and public sectors, es- partisan basis. As alluded to in the “environmentally responsible” ve- garden plots, a dog park, and open pecially through the land develop- Special Assistant to the Publisher article, this seems to be the break- hicles, dislikes the hybrid tax parkland. ment process, can result in better Jeanne Theismann 703-778-9436 ing point amongst even establish- (“All’s Well That Ends Well,” Reston and Fairfax County al- appreciation, protection, and [email protected] ment Republicans, such as these Reston Connection, Feb. 27-March ready have plenty of buildings, stewardship of natural and cul- @TheismannMedia CEOs. 5, 2013). A matter of minutes af- with many more buildings on the tural resources, as well as the pro- Instead of focusing on tangible ter having commended way. We need more open space not vision of adequate recreational CIRCULATION: 703-778-9426 issues such as roads, education Richmond’s dubious transporta- less. 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Slick,” Bollettino asked. at he Vienna American Legion, 330 Capitol Steps. 4 p.m., at James recreate the music of ’70s rock Wilson Blvd., Arlington, this Geyer is a 2010 Strauss Fel- Center St, N, Vienna. Corned beef, Madison High School Auditorium, legends. $25. 1-877-WOLFTRAP or Earl Slick, lead guitarist for rock-star David School of Rock has relationships with major art- cabbage and potatoes. 703-938-9535. 2500 James Madison Drive, Vienna. A www.wolftrap.org. coming Mother’s Day for a read- lowship recipient from the Arts Bowie, will perform each set with the students. For ists across the rock and roll spectrum so it was easy quick-witted, multi-faceted ing of her poetry. Her poetry has Council of Fairfax County. Geyer rock-music fans, this is a big catch. to reach out to Slick, said Bollettino. “We hope to congressional staffer-acted musical appeared in North American works as a copy editor in the SATURDAY/MARCH 9 political satire benefits the Class of MONDAY/MARCH 18 Slick was a guitarist for John Lennon on his post- ‘grab’ more artists to come by when the chance Annual Spring Craft Bazaar. 10 2013’s drug and alcohol-free All-Night Lunch n’ Life. Noon, at Emmanuel Review, The Midwest Quarterly, Washington, D.C., area. Beatles “Double Fantasy” album, and for Yoko Ono’s presents itself.” a.m.-4 p.m., at the Vienna Volunteer Grad Party. $25-30. Lutheran Church, 2589 Chain Bridge album after Lennon’s death. The show is part of The performing students range in age from 11 Fire Department in the Flame Room, [email protected]. Road, Vienna. ABC7/WJLA-TV Chief 400 Center St. S., Vienna. A bazaar Meteorologist Doug Hill speaks on the School of Rock’s Guest Professor Program. to 18 and they cover all the rock instruments, in- with crafts from home-based forecasting weather and life at the “There are a lot of rock and roll fans in Vienna cluding guitar, bass, drums, keys and vocals. Some businesses offering holiday TUESDAY/MARCH 12 educational series for seniors and and it’s always fun to have someone with a direct of those have been with School of Rock for more decorations, home decor, gifts and Vienna Arts Society’s Children’s those caring for seniors; blood other wares; lunch, baked goods and Printmaking Workshop. 4-5 p.m., screenings available from 11 a.m. on. connection to the rock gods come to our area,” said than six years, others less than a year. Laura cookbooks available. 703-309-3468 or at Patrick Henry Library, 101 Maple Reservations by March 11. $10. 703- Vienna School of Rock co-owner Bollettino describes them all as [email protected]. Ave. E., Vienna. Children ages 7-12 281-0538, www.scov.org or Laura Bollettino. “We have a lot passionate about music and Enter the Haggis. 7:30 p.m., at The will print a fish, create reliefs, mono- [email protected]. Barns at Wolf Trap, 1635 Trap Road prints, and other prints with the help “EXQUISITE THAI CUISINE” of students—and their par- about honing their craft. Vienna. Indie-Americana rockers of a dozen local artists. 703-938-0405. ents—who are very excited “The thing we’re trying to do Enter The Haggis bring their popular TUESDAY/MARCH 19 ✭✭✭ Conde Nast Traveler about this opportunity.” is ignite their passion for music Celtic sounds to The Barns at Wolf Good Food, Good People, Good Trap. $22. 1-877-WOLFTRAP or WEDNESDAY/MARCH 13 Fun and Some Business. 6:30 “50 Best” Washington Post The show, at the Iris Lounge and fan that flame so it will last www.wolftrap.org. Paul Thorn. 8 p.m., at The Barns at p.m., at the McLean Community “.. Would be equally hip in Paris, Bangkok or Soho.” in McLean, is from 7 to 9 p.m. throughout their lives,” said Wolf Trap, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna. Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. The New York Times March, 1998 on March 9, and Slick will be Bollettino. Former boxer turned bluesy rocker Suriyah Shahrill, wife of the deputy SUNDAY/MARCH 10 Paul Thorn returns with his gritty chief of mission for the Embassy of SAVE THE DATE FOR: www.busara.com doing a Q&A with the audience Tropicals! Opening Reception. 2-4 vocals and powerful Southern beats. Malaysia, accompanied by diplomatic at 6:30 p.m. VIENNA’S SCHOOL OF p.m., at the Vienna Art Center, 115 $24. 1-877-WOLFTRAP or wives in Malaysian dress, shares ROCK is one of three Metro re- Pleasant St. N.W., Vienna. An www.wolftrap.org. Malaysian textiles and designs used in The World’s Fanciest Rummage Sale exhibition of original works by local traditional attire; cultural and THE TWO-HOUR SHOW is gion School of Rock franchises artists featuring flora, fauna and culinary treats as well as the annual combination workshop and per- owned by Jeff and Laura scenes of sun and heat; tropical drinks THURSDAY/MARCH 14 branch meeting potluck dinner BENEFITING formance. Slick will rehearse Bollettino. Their programs are provided. 703-319-3971 or Paint with Paper! 10 a.m.-noon, at the precede the business meeting. with the children on Friday, staffed by about 30 profession- www.ViennaArtsSociety.org. Vienna Art Center, 115 Pleasant St. wwwmcleanaauw.org. March 8, and Saturday, March Brooke Seibert of Oakton, als representing all areas of rock Bulletin Board To have community events listed in the Connection, send to 9, at the Vienna School of Rock 11, says she uses her imagi- music. [email protected]. Deadline is Friday. Sunday, April 7th, 12-4pm at 111 Center St. S. nation when interpreting Jeff and Laura Bollettino left The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner Many of School of Rock’s stu- songs. She wants to sing the corporate world in 2007 to screenings to reduce risk of having a Fiscal Year 2014 Budget FRIDAY/MARCH 8 stroke or bone fracture. $159. Presentation. 7 p.m., at McLean dents are familiar with Slick’s professionally some day. open their first franchise, the GovCon Debrief—How to Survive Register. 1-877-237-1287 or Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Donations are needed!!! playing on Bowie’s albums even Vienna operation. The in an Environment of De- www.lifelinescreening.com. Ave., McLean. Dranesville Supervisor Make your spring cleaning count this year. if they do not know him by name, Bollettino said. Bollettino family—Laura, Jeff, and their two early- escalation. Noon-1:30 p.m., at the John Foust holds a town hall meeting Photo by Kenneth M. Wyner Tysons Chamber Office, 7925 Jones to give residents an opportunity to Please Donate new (or like-new) items for Sale Now One of the School of Rock’s seasonal shows per- teen daughters live in Oakton. TUESDAY/MARCH 12 Branch Road, Suite LL200, McLean. learn about and discuss the proposed Have a really big item to donate? formed last summer was dedicated to the music of The Iris Lounge is located at Spring Hill and Tyco An open forum for contractors to Future of Energy. 7:30-9 a.m., at FY 2014 budget. David Bowie. The school’s guitar players on that roads in the warehouse formerly occupied by Ecitie. discuss critical issues in today’s Tysons Chamber Office, 7925 Jones www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dmb. Contact Helen Kruger (703-748-4068) to make pick-up arrangements show know his work, as do the more dedicated Free valet parking is available. Admission is $10 business environment including Branch Road, Suite LL200, McLean. A Join us at this incredible event and get unbelievable items at ridiculous prices!!! Join Us For pricing strategies, finding cost discussion on the topic of the future You cannot afford to miss this event!!! guitar students. Slick was recently featured on the at the door. For more information, visit the School savings, employee compensation and of renewable energy led by Dominion WEDNESDAY/MARCH 13 cover of Guitar Player magazine and has been in Of Rock website at www.SchoolOfRock.com/ benefits, hiring and retaining talent, Virginia Power Director of Customer Mom & Pop Stores in Great Falls. 7 Small items and clothing drop-offs may be made to the front of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, cost allocations and re-negotiations. Solutions Phillip Sandino. $15 for p.m., in the Great Falls Library Tysons Corner with the Bell Staff. Please indicate that the items are for the Boys and Lunch & Dinner Rolling Stone magazine many times, Bollettino Vienna or e-mail [email protected]. For di- $25 for members; $25 for non- members; $25 for non-members. Meeting Room, 9830 Georgetown said. rections or information on Iris Lounge, go to Girls Clubs Rummage Sale. Donation receipts will be available at drop-off. chamber member government [email protected]. Pike, Great Falls. The Great Falls Open Daily: Mon – Sun The Guest Professor Program aims to directly www.irisloungeva.com. contractors; $50 for non chamber NARFE Oakton Chapter 1116 Historical Society presents the history On-site moving company available for hire for large item purchases. member non-contractors. Meeting. 1:30 p.m., at the Vienna of the town’s mom and pop stores, 11964 Market Street (Reston Towncenter) Reston • 703-435-4188 connect School of Rock students with the music For more information, visit our event site. [email protected]. Community Center, 120 Cherry St., featuring an in-depth account of http://www.fairfaxbgcgw.org/index.php/rummage-sale legends they study in the school’s program. School School of Rock in Vienna is located at 111 8142 Watson St. (Tysons) McLean • 703-356-2288 Stroke and Osteoporosis Vienna. Hear Angel Patton and Gary Thelma’s Store presented by friend Admission: $5 per Person of Rock produced a David Bowie-themed show last Center St. S., next to Town Hall. School of Rock’s Screenings. By appointment at Downer, funeral directors at Money Doris Carpenter and a talk from Carol Great Falls United Methodist Church, and King Funeral Home, on the topic Wright on Buck’s Store. Members of the Military FREE with Military ID FREE Delivery Available fall. “So, it was a natural to reach out to Earl Slick hotline is 703-850-2100. 10100 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls. of how to plan your life celebration. [email protected]. Please call for details for each location. Take up to five 60-90 minute 703-938-7346. 8 ❖ Vienna/Oakton Connection ❖ March 6-12, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Vienna/Oakton Connection ❖ March 6-12, 2013 ❖ 9 Wellbeing

George Mason University

Professors Fred Bemak Photo contributed and Rita Chi-Ying Chung will be honored by the American Counseling Association for their dedication to human rights, social justice and culturally sensitive mental health treatment. Esthetician Mali Amini’s facials were awarded the best in Washington, D.C., by “Allure” magazine in fall 2012. Amini has been with Skintelligence medical spa in Vienna for four years. Local Esthetician Photo courtesy of George Mason University Recognized Nationally McLean resident Mali Amini of Mental Health Counseling Skintelligence of Vienna does the Professors Honored best facials in Washington, D.C.

and Dominion Resources. By Donna Manz photofacials, make-up, mas- Cultural sensitivity at the “I am deeply honored that I was even considered The Connection sage, waxing and laser hair re- heart of their work. for these awards. It is a true honor. I feel so privi- moval, but also more medical leged to be in this field,” said Chung, who noted that he award for the best procedures, such as Botox injec- her background fuels her passion for her work. “facial” in the Washing- tions, cosmetic fillers By Marilyn Campbell T “I am a person of color and I grew up in another ton, D.C., area goes [Juvaderm and Radiesse] and The Connection country,” said Chung, whose parents moved from to… medical spa Skintelligence microdermabrasion. A medical China to New Zealand after the World War II. “Being of Vienna and its master doctor supports the staff and fa- red Bemak and his wife Rita Chi-Ying an immigrant to the United States myself, I under- esthetician Mali Amini. cility. Chung, who are both professors at George stood the struggles and challenges of immigrants and “Allure,” a top nationally dis- “People come with self-es- F Mason University in Fairfax, recall being refugees. A lot of counseling theories are based on tributed beauty magazine, rec- teem and self-confidence issues, in Haiti shortly after the catastrophic earth- Western beliefs. Coming from an Eastern background, ognized Amini, a McLean resi- they come to relax and be pam- quake of 2010. They were there to provide mental I know that culture plays a major part in the way we dent, in its October 2012 issue. pered,” said Caputy. “Almost 90 health counseling to those traumatized by the natu- react and respond to major life experiences.” Amini was nominated by a cli- percent will say, ‘I don’t want ral disaster. Bemak worked as a counselor and also served as ent and “Allure” sent an incog- to look 20. I just want to look “We were working in one of the tent camps,” said director of the Upward Bound Program at the Uni- nito reviewer to Skintelligence better.’” Bemak who, with Chung, has been a professor of versity of Massachusetts, Amherst. “I worked with to evaluate Amini’s treatment. Amini said that every treat- counseling and development in George Mason’s Col- white, African American and Latino students who The spa’s clients are not sur- ment the spa offers isn’t just lege of Education and Human Development since were struggling academically,” he said. “When they prised by the accolade. good for looks, but it’s good for 2000. “There were tents and each contained about came together, for many it was the first time that “They’re very up-to-date here the mind, the soul. “I think we 30 cots. People lived side-by-side with no privacy. they’d been around people of other races.” with products and techniques,” live in a society that has so There was little food and little water.” Bemak and Chung say cultural sensitivity and in- said Skintelligence client Nina many ways to enhance our ap- They worked with a woman who was so trauma- sights are often lacking in mental health care. This Schultz of Vienna. Schultz, who pearance,” said Amini. “We tized that she had been unable to get out of bed for underscores the importance of their work with Coun- said she has used facial, wax- want to make people feel good three months. “The traditional response is ‘let’s get selors Without Borders, which Bemak founded. It ing and make-up services there, about themselves. her off to the side and speak to her alone,’” said provides culturally responsive humanitarian coun- brings her daughters as well. “I “All of us here, none of us look Bemak. “But that is the Western model of therapy. seling after disasters. Together, they’ve led teams of love the products and the staff. like glamorous movie stars. When you’re looking at family-oriented communities, therapists and students in providing mental health They don’t push you to buy We’re just real women with real there is a tremendous need to connect with others.” therapy along the Mississippi Gulf Coast after Hurri- here.” feelings.” As Bemak spoke with his bed-ridden patient, oth- cane Katrina, and on American Indian reservations Registered nurse Theresa Amini emphasized that when ers began to join the session. “We started to talk to and in Latino migrant communities after the San Caputy worked in a hospital for women walk in the door, they’re her and crowds started to gather around her cot,” he Diego wildfires. years before deciding she part of the spa family there, said. “It became a huge healing intervention where “The two of them have traveled to more than 55 wanted a change of focus. She sharing their personal lives. for the first time in three months, she got out of her countries, together and individually, where they have trained with a local dermatolo- “Most are hard working, well- cot. We had a [session] that was conducive to the worked with at-risk youth, immigrants and refugees; gist, picking up skills from him. educated professional women, community in Haiti.” counseled child-trafficking and post-disaster victims; In 2004, Caputy got an oppor- moms, women taking care of Bemak and Chung’s peers will salute their dedica- and guided students of color and former child sol- tunity to work with a skin care families,” said Amini. “They tion to human rights, social justice and culturally diers,” said Catherine Probst, a spokeswoman for salon in Alexandria. She took need a little time for them- sensitive mental health treatment later this month George Mason University. medical esthetic courses to mas- selves, to be pampered. They when they receive two of the American Counseling The couple also co-authored “Social Justice Coun- ter techniques and develop her become good friends. We’re all Association’s highest honors. seling: The Next Steps Beyond Multiculturalism” last skills, and, in 2006, she opened here for each other.” Chung will receive the Gilbert and Kathleen Wrenn year. her own medical spa in Vienna, Amini and Caputy believe Humanitarian and Caring Person Award, which “We both do the work because we want to give the town she lives in. that their integrity is as impor- Bemak was awarded in 2011, and Bemak will re- back,” said Chung. “We’re trying to instill in the next tant as the products they use. ceive the Kitty Cole Human Rights Award, which generation of counselors to give back. I am not work- SKINTELLIGENCE SER- “You can trust us,” said Caputy. Chung garnered last year. Additionally, Chung will ing to be recognized, but I hope this will inspire VICES include traditional spa receive the 2013 Outstanding Faculty Award from people to do the work because there is so much need treatments such as facials, See Esthetician, Page 11 the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia out there.”

10 ❖ Vienna/Oakton Connection ❖ March 6-12, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Week in Vienna Town Budget Available for Review The proposed Town of Vienna budget for fiscal year 2013-2014 is Esthetician Honored now available for public review on the town’s website at www.viennava.gov/index.aspx?NID=420. Copies are also available for From Page 10 ing make-up. At the celebration, Shaack won a review in the Finance Department at Town Hall, 127 Center St. S., and complimentary make-up session. “I’ve never worn at the Patrick Henry Library, 101 Maple Ave. E. A “Budget Highlights” “We’re not going to sell you what you don’t need make-up so I am going to have Marti teach me,” summary may be obtained at Town Hall free of charge. For more infor- or want. We really do have the best interests of Shaack said. mation, call 703-255-7824. the clients at heart.” Town Council budget work sessions are scheduled at Town Hall on Amini said that clients don’t even ask her what AMINI AND CAPUTY feel that client satisfaction Saturday, March 9, at 9 a.m. and Monday, March 11, and April 22, at her treatments cost. “They trust me,” said Amini. is one of the reasons for the spa’s success. “They 7:30 p.m. Work sessions are open for the public to attend; however, “If they come in late, they still get their full time. get our experience and skills, but they also get good public comment is not permitted. The public is invited to provide their When they are with me, I give them my complete value,” said Amini. “If I go for a massage, it’s a input during the public hearings on the proposed budget, tax rate and attention, focusing on break for me. I want to get water and sewer rates on Monday, April 1, and April 15, at 8 p.m. in them, not how much rev- my money’s worth.” A rea- Town Hall. The Town Council will consider the adoption of the budget enue I need to get for the “If they come in late, they son Amini left a former em- at its May 13 meeting. business.” ployer was the daily em- The layout of still get their full time. phasis on revenue genera- Skintelligence, tucked in an When they are with me, I tion, pushing people to buy Registration Open for Summer Camps office building on Church more than what they Registration for youth summer camps sponsored by the Vienna Parks Street behind Wu’s Garden give them my complete needed, charging them for and Recreation Department is now open. Register early as camps fill and the ABC, affords each missed appointments. quickly. specialty its own room, attention, focusing on “It isn’t just us doing for Camps include extended day camp, tennis, basketball, fencing, soc- from make-up to massage, our clients. Our clients do cer, baseball, football, and other sports camps, teen excursions, com- skincare/facial and esthetic them, not how much so much for us, too. puter, art, chemistry, skateboarding, biking, engineering, Lego, sum- medical treatment. A New “It’s amazing how special mer playground camps and more. Before and after care is also avail- York company specially revenue I need to get for they are.” able for certain camps and ages. makes the Tica cosmetics Staff onboard For more information, call the Vienna Parks and Recreation Depart- and skin care products for the business.” Skintelligence includes ment at 703-255-6360, or view the Vienna Parks and Recreation Sum- Marti Wright. — Mali Amini Theresa Caputy, RN; Mali mer Camp Brochure online at www.viennava.gov/ Marti Wright applied Amini, master esthetician; Archive.aspx?AMID=62. Camp information is located on pages 31 wedding day make-up to Vienna bride Kristan Marti Wright, makeup artist; Rhonda Griffin, massage through 38. Beck and her bridal party and Beck and her fam- therapist, and Dr. Morad Tavallali, medical director. ily loved the natural look of Wright’s touch. A Skintelligence is located in an office building at Stroke and Osteoporosis Screenings photofacial “took away” sunspots from Beck’s face, 421 Church St., Suite A, Vienna. the effects lasting for months, Beck said. “It re- To make an appointment, call 703-255-7237. For Coming to Vienna ally works. I’ll do that again.” more information on Skintelligence, see Joanne Shaack, Vienna, confesses to not wear- www.skintelligencepartners.com. Residents living in and around the Vienna community can be screened to reduce their risk of having a stroke or bone fracture. Church of the Holy Comforter will host a Life Line Screening on March 11, 2013. The site is located at 543 Beulah Road N.E. in Vienna. Four key points ev- ery person needs to know: ❖ Stroke is the third leading cause of death and a leading cause of Visit These Houses of Worship permanent disability ❖ 80 percent of stroke victims had no apparent warning signs prior To Highlight Your Faith Community, call Karen at 703-917-6468 to their stroke ❖ Preventive ultrasound screenings can help you avoid a stroke Progressive & Welcoming ❖ Screenings are fast, noninvasive, painless, affordable and conve- nient ST. ANNE’S For more information regarding the screenings or to schedule an EPISCOPAL appointment, call 1-800-697-9721 or visit our website at CHURCH • Reston www.lifelinescreening.com. Pre-registration is required. 7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I 9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II Sunday school: preschool - grade 2 Family Flashlight Egg Hunt at Music: grades 3 - 7 10:25 a.m. Sunday School Grades 3 to 12 Music 4 years to 2nd grade Glyndon Park 11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II 5:00 p.m. Come Just as You Are Contemporary Service A family friendly flashlight egg hunt will be held rain or shine at Assembly of God St. Mark’s Catholic Church ... 703-281-9100 Glyndon Park, 300 Glyndon St. N.E., on Friday evening, March 22. Nursery care provided at 9:00 a.m. service Vienna Assembly of God ... 703-938-7736 Charismatic Beginning at 7 p.m., children will be able to visit with the Easter Bunny The Rev. James Papile, Rector Cristo Es Mi Refugio...703-675-0144 Christian Assembly ... 703-698-9777 The Rev. Jacqueline Thomson Baha’i Church of Christ and jump in the moon bounce while they wait for the egg hunt to The Rev. Laura Cochran Baha’i Faith for Northern Virginia ... Berea Church of Christ ... 703-893-7040 begin at dark. 703-437-6530 703-821-3345 The fee for this activity is $3 per family member and free for children www.stannes-reston.org Disciples of Christ 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston Baptist Antioch Christian Church ... 703-938-6753 less than 12 months. A maximum of six tickets may be purchased per Global Mission Church ... 703-757-0877 Episcopal Peace Baptist Church ... 703-560-8462 family. Tickets go on sale for in-town residents on Saturday, March 9, Church of the Holy Comforter ... 703-938-6521 Bethel Primitive Baptist Church from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St., Church of the Holy Cross ... 703-698-6991 ... 703-757-8134 S.E. All remaining tickets will go on sale Monday, March 11, at 8 a.m. St. Francis Episcopal ... 703-759-2082 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF VIENNA Cartersville Baptist Church ... 703-255-7075 Jehovah’s Witness For more information, call the Vienna Parks and Recreation Depart- Fellowship Baptist Church ... 703-385-8516 Jehovah’s Witnesses ... 703-759-1579 ment at 703-255-6360 or visit www.viennava.gov. 450 ORCHARD STREET, NW First Baptist Church ... 703-938-8525 The Light Mission Church ... 703-757-0877 Lutheran VIENNA, VA 22180 Vienna Baptist Church ... 703-281-4400 Emmanuel Lutheran Church...703-938-2119 Old-fashioned Egg Roll at Freeman House 703-938-8525 New Union Baptist Church... 703-281-2556 Christ The King Lutheran Church...703-759-6068 [email protected] Buddhist St. Athanasius Lutheran Church... 703-455-4003 An old-fashioned Easter egg roll for children ages 12 and under and Vajrayogini Buddhist Center... 202-331-2122 Methodist their parents will be held on the lawn of Vienna’s historic Freeman www.fbcv.org Church of the Brethern Andrew Chapel United Methodist ... 703-759-3509 House, 131 Church St. N.E., on Saturday, March 23, from 10:30 to Oakton Church of the Brethern Church of the Good Shepherd ... 703-281-3987 11:30 a.m. SUNDAY WORSHIP, 7:45 AM & 11:00 AM ... 703-281-4411 The Vine Methodist Church ... 703-573-5336 This activity is free of charge and no registration is required. Roll CHURCH SCHOOL 9:30AM-10:30AM Catholic Ephiphany United Methodist ... 703-938-3494 Great Falls United Methodist... 703-759-3705 eggs, visit with the Easter Bunny and listen to a storyteller. MIDWEEK SERVICES, WED. 7:00 PM Our Lady of Good Counsel ... 703-938-2828 St. Athanasius Catholic Church ... 703-759-4555 Oakton United Methodist ... 703-938-1233 For more information, call Historic Vienna, Inc. at 703-938-5187 or visit www.historicviennainc.org. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Vienna/Oakton Connection ❖ March 6-12, 2013 ❖ 11 Sports

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Flint Hill had a commitment signing ceremony on Feb. 19 for its athletes who will play sports at the collegiate level. Pictured from left: (front row) Natalie Lyon, Marlo Sweatman, Ansley Gibson, Hannah Donegan, Rachel Swarts, Becca Ploetz, Haley McClure, (middle row) volley- ball coach Carrol Anderson, girls’ soccer coach Stephanie Hulke, Blake McGinley, Ricardo Manosalvas, swimming coach Ellen MacGregor, Kasey Kettle, Kody Kettle, boys’ soccer coach Chris Brown, (back row) football coach Tom Verbanic, tennis coach Steve Spratt, Ben Kase, boys’ lacrosse coach Adam Rice and girls’ lacrosse coach Justin Fitzgerald. Flint Hill Athletes Sign for College School honors 13 student-athletes who have committed to collegiate- level athletic programs. n Feb. 19, at an annual well as in the classroom. We wish Ocommitment signing these individuals the best and ceremony, Flint Hill know that they will continue to School honored 13 student-ath- represent Flint Hill well in every- letes who have made commit- thing they do.” ments to Division I, II or III colle- The Flint Hill Seniors commit- giate-level athletic programs. ted to compete in sports at the These athletes represent eight dif- collegiate level include: Ansley ferent sports, including football, Gibson (women’s lacrosse, men’s lacrosse, women’s lacrosse, Denison University), Ben Kase men’s soccer, women’s soccer, (football, Davidson College), women’s swimming, men’s tennis Kasey Kettle (men’s lacrosse, Vir- and volleyball. ginia Military Institute), Kody “We are proud to recognize Kettle (men’s lacrosse, Gordon these student-athletes who have College), Natalie Lyon (volleyball, the opportunity to continue their Mount Holyoke College), Ricardo passion for their sport at the col- Manosalvas (boys’ soccer, legiate level,” Athletic Director Lynchburg College), Haley Steve Henry said. “These achieve- McClure (volleyball, Morgan State ments reflect their commitment University), Blake McGinley and hard work both in athletics as (men’s tennis, Occidental Col- lege), Stevie Peterson (football and men’s lacrosse, St. Lawrence University), Becca Ploetz (volley- ball, Connecticut College), Rachel Swarts (women’s swimming, The University of Pennsylvania), Marlo Sweatman (women’s soccer, Florida State University) and Hannah Donegan (women’s la- crosse, Connecticut College). “It is always exciting to see our students’ dreams of playing sports in college become a reality,” said Headmaster John Thomas. “Work- ing alongside our outstanding staff of coaches, their tenacity, determi- nation and grit have earned them these opportunities, and we look forward to following their college careers in the years ahead.” 12 ❖ Vienna/Oakton Connection ❖ March 6-12, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Volunteers Appreciated The Vienna Volunteer Fire Department holds their Volunteer Appreciation and Awards Banquet.

he Vienna Volunteer Fire Department (VVFD) and its Auxiliary celebrated its Tmembers at their Volunteer Appreciation and Awards Banquet on Saturday, Feb. 9. The VVFD is currently in their 110th year of ser- vice and awarded several deserving members for the Photo contributed year 2012. Michael Medwedeff receiving Volunteer of Firefighter Holly Harrison won Firefighter of the the Year award from President Anthony Year. EMT Michael Medwedeff was the recipient of Stancampiano. Medwedeff also received both EMS Provider of the Year and Volunteer of the EMS Provider of the Year award. Year. Jean Schafer received the President’s Award for her service as hall rental coordinator. Chief John the first Annual Taste of Vienna, and to Vera Lloyd Morrison awarded Monica Haley, Christopher Cikra, (Auxiliary) for sustained outstanding service. Dagny and Corey Merdler the Chief’s Award for their work Shiells won both the Auxiliary’s Volunteer of the Year in designing the brand new fire engine scheduled to Award and the President’s (Vera Lloyd) Award. be placed into service this March. The Leon Freeman Award, which is named after Other recipients included Technician Eric the Vienna Volunteer Fire Department’s founder, and Bartholomew of the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue is awarded to a Life Member who exhibits continued Department who got the Robert Hunter Award for professionalism and dedication, was awarded to his continuing commitment to embracing the Career/ Howard Springsteen. Between the VVFD and its Aux- Volunteer partnership. The Kate Johnson Award, iliary, members volunteered over 27,600 hours in which is given to a member of the VVFD and a mem- 2012 alone. The VVFD relies on volunteers from the ber of the Auxiliary for selfless service, was awarded community. For information on becoming a volun- to Anthony Stancampiano (VVFD) for coordinating teer, visit vvfd.org.

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