Vol. XXI, No. 26 Mount Vernon’s Hometown Newspaper • A Connection Newspaper July 1, 2010 Forward Movement On ‘Ashley’s Law’ Survey to be launched of law enforcement agencies’ emergency response procedures. By Gerald A. Fill expected the survey would be sent

Photo by The Gazette to all Virginia law enforcement agencies sometime in July. he Virginia Crime “We will be surveying what Commission’s Law En- kinds of local law enforcement Michael Lee Pope T forcement Work Group emergency response procedures met June 16 in Richmond to con- are in place, and what type of sider state Sen. Toddy Puller’s (D- driver training is taking place, Mt. Vernon) legislation, popularly among other issues,” Howard said. called Ashley’s Law. After debat- The Crime Commission’s next ing Puller’s legislative proposal, regularly scheduled meeting is /The Gazette members of the working group or- Sept. 8. Howard could not say dered the state-wide survey. They whether the survey would be com- also asked to watch the Dash Cam pleted in time for the September Video which recorded the McIn- Crime Commission meeting. tosh auto crash. Puller introduced legislation (SB Dennis Pogue explains the whiskey-making process at Mount Vernon’s distillery. Puller expressed the belief that 847 “Emergency Vehicles Proceed- the work group’s recent order for ing Past Red Lights) because of an a state-wide survey, and desire to accident on Feb. 12, 2008 when Whiskey — George’s Way watch the Dash Cam video of the Mt. Vernon area teacher’s assistant McIntosh auto crash was a “posi- Ashley McIntosh was accidentally tive development.” killed by a Fairfax county police Father of Our Country begins selling rye whiskey Kristen Howard, the executive officer responding to an emer this week at the Mount Vernon Estate. director of the Crime Commission, See Responce, Page 23 By Michael Lee Pope left names and phone numbers in anticipation of The Gazette purchasing the first batch. Traffic Study Sought “It’s as much like Washington’s whiskey as you uild it, and they will chug. George Wash- can possibly get today,” said Pogue. “It’s sweeter t the June 23 meeting of Hyland called attention to his al- ington knew it was true. Now the Mount and spicier than a lot of today’s corn whiskey.” Athe Mt. Vernon Council of ready approved request of the board Vernon Estate is going to fulfill Citizens’ Associations, Su- for a traffic study on Huntington B pervisor Gerald Hyland reported Avenue. He pointed out that the two Washington’s goal of launching a profit- WASHINGTON GOT into the whiskey business able distillery on Dogue Creek. This is where 471 late in life, beginning construction in the fall of that he asked the Board of Super- studies together will inform the bottles of George Washington Rye Whiskey are 1797. That’s when Scottish farm manager James visors to request county staff to community and county decision waiting for the open market, hitting the retail Anderson finally persuaded the former president obtain traffic data on the level of makers on appropriate densities and market this week. But don’t expect to launch a start-up. Washington activity known as the North Gate- transportation management goals. the Father of Our Country to put “It’s as much like had been skeptical at first, but way of Fairfax County in the Mt. Also at the meeting, the Mt. Jack Daniel’s out of business any Anderson persuaded him that a Vernon District — the intersection Vernon Council passed a resolu- time soon. Washington’s good product would be very mar- of Woodrow Wilson Bridge, Rich- tion supporting a rezoning appli- “There are a lot of nice people ketable. Together with his son, mond Highway, Huntington Av- cation — combining two parcels in Kentucky who make very good whiskey as you Anderson began making the first enue, Old Richmond Highway, and into a single one, and increasing products,” said Dennis Pogue, vice batch of commercially available Fort Hunt Road. density — to establish the Inova president for preservation at can possibly get whiskey in the spring of 1798. The purpose is to assist the Lorton Health Plex, outpatient Mount Vernon. “We never envi- “Washington was an entrepre- county board in making decisions medical services clinic and doctor’s sioned ourselves as jumping into today.” neur,” said Pete Curtis, assistant on several south county Area Plan offices. There were no council the alcohol business, but it’s some- — Dennis Pogue, vice manager. “Having wheat flour be- Review (APR) nominations to the votes against the resolution. thing that people are naturally in- president for preserva- ing shipped as far as Portugal and Comprehensive Plan. — Gerald A. Fill

terested in.” tion at Mount Vernon then starting up the distillery and

The reconstructed buildings having that shipped to the mer- 7/2/10 have been open to visitors since 2007, after the chants in Alexandria made Washington a very home in Requested

ruins of Washington’s once thriving gristmill and successful businessman of his time.” material. Time-sensitive

distillery had been transformed into an educa- Washington’s recipe was 65 percent rye, 30 per- Postmaster:

tional museum and gift shop. Almost immediately, cent corn and 5 percent malt and barley. It was Attention

the buzz began to build. When will whiskey be known at the time as “common whiskey,” which #482 Permit

Alexandria, VA Alexandria,

available in the gift shop? Hundreds of visitors See Whiskey, Page 21 PAID U.S. Postage U.S. PRSRT STD PRSRT www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ July 1-7, 2010 ❖ 1 2 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ July 1-7, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Week in Mount Vernon League Names Surovell Route 1’s Aviation History ‘2010 Conservation Hero’ Del. Scott Surovell was acknowledged as a “2010 Conserva- Mount Vernon area tion Hero” by the Virginia League of Conservation Voters in recognition of his support of conservation issues during the was home to not one, 2010 legislative session. but two, airports. Surovell was one of 18 delegates to receive a 100 percent rating from the VALCV, which was founded in 2000 as a non- By Julia O’Donoghue partisan political voice for the Commonwealth’s conservation The Gazette community. Surovells rating reflects his votes on issues ranging from air ount Vernon residents only have to quality to off-shore oil drilling. House Bill 833, introduced by drive a few miles up the George Surovell was one of the pieces of legislation VALCV used in its MWashington Parkway to catch the scoring. Home energy audits are increasing in popularity due closest commercial flight out of the to heightened awareness, increased energy costs, and govern- metropolitan area now. ment incentives to encourage home energy efficiency, but there The Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Photo by are currently no government standards regarding what con- is less than an hour away, even in rush hour traffic. stitutes a home energy audit or any standards governing the Locals may also choose to fly out of the region’s larg-

profession. HB 833 created a system of regulation for home est airport, Dulles International, on the other side Julia O’Donoghue energy auditors and was supported by both industry and con- of Fairfax County in Chantilly. servation groups. But back in the middle of the 20th century, Rich- mond Highway was the hot bed of aviation activity for Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia. Drama Seminar To Lead Most people living in the Mount Vernon area could have walked to the closest airplane runway, accord-

To July 8 Performance /The Gazette ing to local historians. The Mount Vernon High School Drama Boosters is holding a By the 1930s, two airports had opened on the one-day Masters Seminar for Professional Theatre for area stu- Route 1 corridor between the City of Alexandria and dents 12-18 years old. Sixteen Mount Vernon students have the Mount Vernon estate. Only one other airport, registered for the seminar which includes the performance of located on the site of the current Pentagon building, an original one act musical comedy. The performance is open was fully operational in the region. Harry Lehman and wife Anna Marie Hicks to the public. At the time, Fairfax County’s local elected officials During the morning session, students will receive intensive led efforts to get a historical marker lobbied for the larger of the two Richmond High- erected on the site of the old Beacon Field training on theatrical voice projection, dominant stage pres- way facilities, called Hybla Valley Airport, to become ence, professional stage blocking and techniques to build the Airport in the Richmond Highway corridor. Washington’s transatlantic hub of air travel. But the fourth wall with the audience. site eventually lost out to an Arlington County loca- ginia,” said Anna Marie Hicks, who has researched the Director and seminar instructor, Paul McKellips, is now writ- tion on the Potomac River, where National Airport local history of airports with her husband Harry Lehman. ing a customized one-act musical comedy called, “On Tap,” opened in the 1940s. which is in the tradition of the English farce. Once students Dulles airport didn’t open until years later, in 1962. THE COUPLE has focused most of its energy on the have mastered the morning seminar instruction they will re- “Hybla Valley was the first licensed airport in Vir- See Aviation History, Page 23 ceive the script for the first time in the early afternoon on the day of the performance. They will have six hours to rehearse, block and build a set before the evening curtain goes up. The performance, open to the public with complimentary Truck Flips Over on Fort Hunt Road tickets are available at the door, will be held 7-8 p.m., Thurs- day, July 8, at the Mount Vernon High School Theatre. By Gale Curcio The Gazette

Library To Reopen July 10 esse Vergara crawled out of The renovated Martha Washington Library, a branch of the Jthis Postal Service truck af- Photo by Fairfax County Public Library, will celebrate its reopening on ter it flipped over on Friday Saturday, July 10, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2 p.m. afternoon, June 18, at the inter- The branch is located at 6614 Fort Hunt Road. Fairfax County section of Fort Hunt and Plymouth

Gale Curcio Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova, Mount Vernon Roads. It is believed that he was District Supervisor Gerald W. Hyland and Library Director wearing his seatbelt. Edwin “Sam” Clay III will speak at the ceremony. Sixty-years-old, Vergara was A special guest during reopening day will be Martha Wash- taken to the hospital by ambu-

ington (interpreted by Mary Wiseman). Storyteller Gary Lloyd lance. The 81-year-old woman /The Gazette will present Dragon Tales at noon and Mutts Gone Nuts will driving a brown Grand Marquis perform at 3 p.m. The activities are sponsored by the Fairfax who collided with the truck was Library Foundation and Friends of Martha Washington Library. taken home by the police. Martha Washington Library started as a storefront in 1954. Lt. Michael Proffitt said, “In a The current building opened in 1969. It was the third library nutshell, we had a postal truck Postal Service mail carrier crawled out of this truck after to be established in Fairfax County. The renovation expanded going south on Fort Hunt Road. It a collision with a Grand Marquis. the facility from 10,220 square feet to 16,663 square feet. It was stopped delivering mail, and has 24 public computers, and meeting space for group study, then tried to go back out into traf- occurred, said, “It’s an awful place. tomer Services, said that Vergara quiet study and community groups. The large meeting room fic and cut in front of another ve- I see them [accidents] all the time. suffered two fractured ribs and has a capacity for 142 and can be divided into two smaller hicle. The two vehicles impacted There’s the bus stop and the sec- was later released from the hospi- meeting spaces. The building was designed by Ritter Archi- and ended up on the opposite side ond lane. People pass on the right tal. tects. of the road. The truck hit the edge or left and as they are passing, they “It will depend on the doctor’s The Martha Washington Library renovation was funded of the road and turned over. The pick up speed. release, when he gets back to through the 2004 Bond referendum at a cost of $7,310,000. driver of the postal vehicle was “An older woman hit him dead work,” Khan said. held at fault.” center, he climbed out of truck and Gale Curcio is an independent writer Bob Hurd, who lives across the they put him on the stretcher.” and public relations consultant in Mount street from where the accident Shakeel Khan, manager, Cus- Vernon. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ July 1-7, 2010 ❖ 3 Alexandria/Old Town 121 N. Pitt Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 703-549-8700 www.weichert.com

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Activities reported by the Mt. Vernon Independence Day Worship and Picnic police department through June 25. July 4th, 9:30 a.m. ASSAULT PUBLIC NOTICE Mount Vernon friends and neighbors are invited Sunday, July 4th, A man cut a 20-year-old woman at a service including Holy Communion and Patriotic Music. with a knife around 2:40 a.m. on Please be advised that on Sunday, July 4, 2010, between 12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 19 in the 7500 block Pastor Brent Thalacker will celebrate at St. James’ Episcopal Church followed of Fordson Road. The suspect fled and 1:00 p.m., a brief fireworks display will take place as part of a with another man on foot south on by pie, ice-cream and a fireworks celebration at Epiphany Lutheran Church. Fordson Road. The victim was private event at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate & driven to the hospital by a passerby Gardens. The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association thanks you for All are welcome! and treated for non life-threatening More information at www.stjamesmv.org or call (703) 780-3081 injuries. The suspect was described your tolerance and apologizes for any disruption. as black, about 5 feet 4 inches tall St. James’ Episcopal Church, 5614 Old Mill Road, Alexandria, VA 22309 and 190 pounds. He had shoulder- Epiphany Lutheran Church, 5521 Old Mill Road, Alexandria, VA 22309 length corn rows, a light moustache To receive Mount Vernon fireworks notifications via e-mail, and hair on his cheeks. write to [email protected] ROBBERY A 46-year-old man was robbed by two men in the area of Richmond Highway and Mohawk Lane around 1:30 a.m. on Monday, June 21. The suspects assaulted the victim, stole his wallet and fled on foot. They were described as black, about 5 feet 9 inches tall, with thin builds and short hair. The suspect did not require medical attention. Police are investigating a robbery that occurred in the 6300 block of South Kings Highway on Friday, June 11. A man and woman, both 28, were home with their 1-year-old baby around 6:44 p.m. when the man answered a knock at the door. A woman engaged him in conversation then two men appeared and assaulted him. At least two of the suspects entered the home, one of them brandishing a gun. They took cell phones from the home and fled. The suspects were described as black. The woman was between 25 and 35 years old and about 5 feet 3 inches tall. She was wearing a light-colored shirt and blue jeans. The victims did not require medical attention. Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866- 411-TIPS/8477, e-mail at www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text “TIP187” plus a message to CRIMES/274637 or call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131.

ASSAULT OF A FAMILY OR HOUSE HOLD MEMBER/ARREST Police arrested a woman for allegedly assaulting her 27-year- old boyfriend on Monday, June 21 around 10:27 a.m. near the intersection of Richmond Highway and Woodlawn Road. A 21-year-old female of the 9100 block of Richmond Highway in Alexandria, was taken to jail and charged with assault of a family or household member.

BURGLARY The Dollar Outlet store, 8254 Richmond Highway, was burglarized on Saturday, June 12 around 3 a.m. A man broke into the store and stole an undisclosed amount of cash. He was described as white, wearing blue jeans, white sneakers and a dark-colored, hooded sweat shirt with white writing on the back.

BURGLARY OF AN OCCUPIED DWELLING A home in the 7800 block of Ashton St. was burglarized around 4 a.m. on Saturday, June 12. A 40- year-old man was asleep inside the home at the time of the burglary. An investigation determined the victim’s wallet was stolen. The suspect was described as Hispanic, between 20 and 30 years old, 5 feet 6 inches to 5 feet 7 inches tall and about 160 pounds. See Crime, Page 19 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ July 1-7, 2010 ❖ 5 News Rex Reiley RE/MAX Allegiance 703-768-7730 [email protected]

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Lower level has rec room, den, 2 storage rms, & bath w/large jacuzzi tub. Wessynton offers pool, tennis, basketball courts & boat launch. 5 minutes to Ft. Belvoir, 15 to Old Town, 25 to Ntl Airport & 30/35 to D.C./Pentagon. Wounded Warriors in Transition participate in a kayak outing on Pohick Bay last week, Alex./Wessynton $659,900 from left, front row kneeling: SFC Eric Bryant, SGT William Thomas, SGT Aaron Chichester, 3020 Cunningham Drive SPC Benjamin Lawrence, SPC Vincent Dimarco; back row, standing, 1Sgt Danny Rael, SSG Large 5 BR/2.5 BA Colonial with 2-car Gabor Nap, SPC Kenneth Trease, SFC Celia Hodge, SPC Alexander Stilwell, 1 Lt. J. Scott garage and full unfinished basement in Mt. Crawford (Cadre) Executive Officer, Warrior Transition Unit, Ft. Belvoir. Vernon’s premiere contemporary subdivi- sion of Wessynton. This home is priced to allow some updating. Large covered screened porch off the family room allows Recovering Soldiers on Kayak Trip you to enjoy your beautiful private back- yard. Wessynton offers a pool, tennis court, and boat launch that allows quick access to Potomac River – 5 minutes to Ft. Belvoir, 15 to Old Town, Alex. Wellness Opportunities for How To Help Alex./Mt. Vernon $614,900 Want to contribute as an individual or corporate 9218 Volunteer Dr. Warriors program provides sponsor, or to apply to become a volunteer mentor? Spectacular 5 bedroom, 3 bath Contact: Wellness Opportunities for Warriors Split teeming with updates. Totally therapeutic recreation. (WOW), Evan Braff: [email protected] or remodeled from top to bottom. 703-324-5650 Master bedroom & bath are a “10,” van Braff, Fairfax County’s project manager overlooking the deck & profession- for the Operation WOW (Wellness Oppor- ally terraced landscaping. One-car tunities for Warriors) program and the su- There is an immediate need for cash donations to garage plus enclosed porch. 5 minutes to Ft. Belvoir, 30 minutes to E pervisor of the financial assistance grant purchase recreation vouchers for use by the soldiers Pentagon & National Airport. which gave the county the seed money to launch the opting to have access to park authority recreation Alex./Mt. Vernon $854,900 program, reports on its progress. facilities. Also, we would like to see members of the 5412 Grist Mill Woods Way business community serve as corporate sponsors and Spectacular Brick Colonial w/over How many senior volunteers are now Steering Committee participants. To date we have 5,200 finished sq. ft. sits on a beauti- ful .73 acre cul-de-sac lot backing to helping? given out 68 recreation vouchers to injured soldiers woods—huge gourmet kit opens to Eight, with eight more committed for the fall. Our who wish to participate informally in recreation fa- the breakfast rm, sun rm & family goal is to recruit and train 30. Volunteer mentors cilities. A total of 137 injured soldiers are now in rm—front & rear staircase plus are needed to market the program, recruit volun- the Warriors in Transition rehabilitation unit at Fort library/office on main lvl. Upper lvl offers 3 full baths, 4 spacious BRs, & a den. Lg lower lvl w/5th BR, 4th BA, rec rm. & lg storage—1 mile to Ft. teers, and to accompany soldiers on structured rec- Belvoir. Eventually the unit is expected to assist 400 Belvoir, 17 minutes to Huntington & Old Town, 27 minutes to Ntl Airport. reation experiences such as golf outings and kayak injured soldiers in recovering from their injuries. Alex./Bucknell Manor $362,900 trips. At the heart of the program is the participation of 6932 Vanderbilt local area senior citizens who are military veterans Stunning & meticulously main- What kind of donations (in-kind or cash) willing to volunteer as mentors. tained 2-level Cape Cod loaded are you looking for in the near future? — Gerald A. Fill with updates: Kit, both baths, double pane replacement win- dows & washer & dryer on upper level. Roof in ’03, siding in ’04 & Kiwanis A/C in ’07. Large gorgeous back yard w/newer privacy fence. Minutes to shopping & Huntington Metro, 25 minutes to Ft. Belvoir. Scholarships Alex./Mt. Vernon $369,900 At the Awards Assembly at Mount 7737 Schelhorn Road Vernon High School on June 17, Mount Vernon Kiwanis Club (MVKC) President Lovely 1-level brick rambler Bruce Malkin presented three students on a beautiful .53 acre lot. (Brittany Pruitt, Rabia Javed Edom Seifu) Freshly painted interior, beau- who are leaders of the school’s Kiwanis tiful parquet floors, vaulted Key Club with scholarships ranging from ceilings and 2 full baths. $750-1500 for use during their first year Family room can be easily at college. These scholarships to Key Club converted to a 3rd bedroom. Great location—10 minutes to leaders sponsored by the MVKC are in ad- Ft. Belvoir (south) or Huntington Metro/Alex (north). dition to the two each that were already awarded this year to Key Club students at West Potomac High School (Michael For more information: Lagana and Sandra Vargas) and South www.RexReiley.com County Secondary School (Stephen Kim Each Office Independently Owned and Operated and Lauren Boudreau).

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Newspaper of Mount Vernon Summer Fun, Safely An independent, locally owned weekly newspaper delivered to homes and businesses. 1606 King Street by a combination of growing ridership on key Alexandria, Virginia 22314 Enjoy your summer fun, including our features holidays and a drop in funding. At presstime, the organization was counting up donations NEWS DEPARTMENT: on places to go with great beer selections, but To discuss ideas and concerns, to be sure they would be able to offer the ser- Call: 703--778-9410 plan ahead; SoberRide needs more sponsors. vice this year. e-mail: Last Independence Day, 331 people in the [email protected] his week’s Gazette includes Sum- One safety net for those who might find them- Washington-metropolitan area used the area’s Steven Mauren Editor, 703-778-9415 mer Fun pages, with information selves in the unfortunate position of drinking SoberRide program as opposed to possibly driv- [email protected] about waterparks, local baseball without a safe way home is the Washington ing home drunk. T Michael Lee Pope and golf, places to watch the re- Regional Alcohol Program SoberRide. Washing- A 60 percent increase in use of the program Reporter, 703-778-9437 maining weeks of World Cup Soccer, highlights ton Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP), has of- since 2008 combined with a 35 percent decrease [email protected] of coming Independence Day events and, yes, fered free cab rides home on the Independence in corporate underwriting is threatening the free Steve Hibbard a map of places to go that offer great Day beginning at 10 p.m. July 4 and cab ride service to prevent drunk driving. Associate Editor, 703-778-9412 [email protected] beer selection. Enjoy. continuing until 6 a.m. the following Behind SoberRide’s services is a three-per- By week’s end, you’ll find the listings Editorial day as a way to keep local roads safe son charitable organization (WRAP) paying a Julia O’Donoghue Education & Politics, 703-778-9436 and stories from all of our papers online from impaired drivers during this tra- projected $73,000 in cab fares this year alone. [email protected] at www.ConnectionNewspapers.com under ditionally high-risk, holiday period. During this WRAP relies on corporate sponsorship to off- Jon Roetman Summer Fun. 12-hour period, area residents celebrating with set these costs, but the recent downturn has Sports Editor, 703-224-3015 That said, we know that Independence Day, alcohol could call the toll-free SoberRide phone contributed to the drop in funding. [email protected] like Halloween and Saint Patrick’s Day, is a number 1-800-200-TAXI and be afforded a no- WRAP is actively seeking contributors to ADVERTISING: holiday that coincides with a higher rate of cost (up to a $ 50 fare), safe way home. bridge SoberRide’s $31,000 shortfall. To place an advertisement, call the ad drinking and driving. When you head out for Founded in 1982, WRAP is a public-private Call 800-200-TAXI for a free carbide (up to department between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. your celebration, plan ahead, arrange for a partnership working to prevent drunk driving $50 fare) home if you need it on July 4. designated driver, or choose to abstain if a and underage drinking in the Washington- See www.wrap.org for sponsorship opportu- Display ads 703-778-9410 Classified ads 703-778-9411 designated driver isn’t available. metropolitan area, but its work is endangered nities and information on how to contribute. Employment ads 703-778-9413 Julie Ferrill Letters to the Editor Display Advertising, 703-778-9446 [email protected] at by the county supervisors or other adminis- As a 17-year resident of East Boulevard Drive Sidewalks on Helen Walutes trative group. and neighbor of the Conways, I have watched Display Advertising, 703-224-3028 Fort Hunt Road storm water flood our backyards dozens of [email protected] Andrew Schoenewolf times. Contrary to what the Park Service be- Andrea Smith To the Editor: Mount Vernon lieves, it is not the Conway’s pool that is the Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 [email protected] Today I would like to talk to you about an primary cause of the flooding. The majority of issue that is very important to me. There are the problem is that all the runoff water from a Barbara Parkinson very few sidewalks along Fort Hunt Road. This Drain Needed Employment Advertising quarter-mile of East Boulevard north of 703-778-9413 makes it difficult to walk or bike down the To the Editor: Collingwood Road funnels into a single Fairfax [email protected] street. I cannot easily travel to my friend’s Regarding the article by Gale Curcio in the County storm drain in the backyard of a house house or to the stores along the road. It would Publisher June 17, 2010, Mount Vernon Gazette, “House on West Boulevard Drive south of Collingwood Jerry Vernon be very helpful if we could get this issue looked Bought to Stop Flooding.” Road. That drain is undersized for the runoff Editor & Publisher of major storms, and the grade between the Mary Kimm drain and Conway’s backyard is practically nil. Editor in Chief At the point where the runoff emerges from Steven Mauren under the southbound parkway, the elevation Photography: Louise Krafft, Robbie Hammer is slightly below the drain resulting in water Art/Design: pooling at times. The Park Service money Geovani Flores, Laurence Foong, John Heinly, Wayne Shipp, would have been better used putting in a large, John Smith sloped drain pipe from East Boulevard Drive Production Manager: Jean Card to the river than in putting the Conways out of their home. Editor Emeritus: Mary Anne Weber

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CONNECTION NEWSPAPERS, Infill: Zoning Is Key L.L.C. Peter Labovitz To the Editor: President/CEO The letter in response to my recent letter to Mary Kimm the editor confuses subdivision with zoning. Publisher/Chief Operating Officer According to Virginia law, a recorded subdivi- 703-778-9433 sion plat is immune from zoning for a period of [email protected] 5 years (Code of Virginia §15.2-2261 C), that Jerry Vernon Publisher/Executive Vice President is, after 5 years zoning controls. Over 25 years [email protected] Air Force Major Reid Novotny and his wife, Lauren, were ago, Fairfax County elected officials adopted a New inducted June 16 by Mount Vernon Kiwanis Club Secretary Wesley DeBrosse zoning ordinance, which zoned Hollin Hall Vil- Controller Kiwanis Joanne Malkin, at right, and Mount Vernon Kiwanis Club lage an R-3 District (three houses per acre). President, Bruce Malkin, at left. Both of the Novotnys were Debbie Funk Thus, when the Voorhees purchased their home National Sales, 703-778-9444 Members active in their high school Kiwanis Key Clubs and Reid was in 1988, the two subdivision lots had become [email protected] also a member of the GWU CKI Club. The Mount Vernon Kiwanis Club was one zoned lot based on this statute (law) and A Connection Newspaper founded in 1953, and is a partner with the largest charities in this area. the 1978 Fairfax County Zoning Ordinance. To learn more about membership, visit www.mtvernonvakiwanis.org. See Letters, Page 9

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From Page 8 of Virginia law (§15.2-2261 C). According and a graduation speaker who asked us to No court has invalidated the written law to the written regulations of the Fairfax ask: “How may I help?” We wish them the (§15.2-2261), nor has any court expressly County Zoning Ordinance, lot width (80 very best and congratulate their families for overruled the BZA’s unanimous motion in feet minimum), lot area (10,500 square feet their accomplishments. You can view the the Concerned Citizens of Hollin Hall minimum) and density (no greater than 3 graduation video at http:// Village’s BZA appeal that expressly stated: houses per acre) should be followed in mtvernonmajors.wordpress.com/ or go to “This property was zoned to the R-3 Dis- Hollin Hall Village. our webpage and click the link at the top of trict at some point in the past. It is still R-3, Section 58.1-3285 of the Virginia Code the page. A special thanks to the volunteers and nothing we’re going to do is going to mandates that “each lot in a subdivision who made this effort so parents who are change that. These properties would all re- shall be assessed and shown separately serving overseas can watch their children main subject to all of the requirements in upon the land books.” The Voorhees’ tax graduate. the R-3 District if somebody’s going to build records assessing both platted subdivision We thank the many parents who volun- a house on them.” (Page 492, lines 32-34 lots together prove that the Voorhees have teered this year through our supportive of the BZA record, emphasis provided). The only one lot in Hollin Hall Village. parent organizations and look forward to Supreme Court of Virginia upheld the BZA’s Catherine M. Voorhees more participation next year. Your time motion including the above zoning require- spent serving our students and staff is very ments language. A Year of much appreciated. The Board of Supervisors who enacted the This summer, the entire Mount Vernon Best Ranger Competition 1978 Fairfax County Zoning Ordinance pro- High School, faculty, staff and student body Many Successes Col. Christopher Argo, a 1979 vided a mandatory definition to clearly de- will be reading what we consider a very graduate of Mount Vernon fine “lot” differently in the Zoning Ordi- To the Editor: important and timely book, “Three Cups of High School, recently com- nance from the subdivision sense of the The following is an open letter to the Mount Tea” by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver peted in the 27th Annual word. The word “lot” in each zoning regu- Vernon High School community. Relin. The book follows Mortenson’s evo- David E. Grange Jr. Best lation is defined as: On behalf of the administration, faculty lution from mountain climber to humani- Ranger Competition in the A parcel of land that is designated at the and staff at Mount Vernon High School, I tarian and illustrates the power of one in- U.S. Army. The Best Ranger time of application of … a Building Permit, would like to thank you for your continued dividual to change the lives of many. We Competition covers more than …, as a tract all of which is to be used, de- support of the Mount Vernon High School. believe this book will inspire everyone who 60 miles in 60 hours with veloped or built upon as a unit under single We had a great year with many successes. reads it. You should have received a sum- various events in a marathon ownership. A parcel of land shall be deemed Our teachers and support staff worked mer reading packet from me in the mail. If style “Ranger Olympics” that a lot in accordance with this definition, re- tirelessly to give our students the outstand- you need another copy of the packet, please includes running, marching, gardless of whether or not the boundaries ing education they deserve. let me know. swimming, obstacle courses, thereof coincide with the boundaries of lots Our students stepped up and finished the Our summer office hours are Monday marksmanship, orienteering, or parcels as shown on any map of record. year strong. We graduated 381 seniors who through Friday, 8:00 - 2:30. New student and basic Ranger skills events That is, the subdivision lots shown on old are off to rule the world in their very own registrations must be done by appointment. like parachute jumps, recorded plats (or maps of record) are not special way. Graduation was a wonderful Please call 703-619-3112 if an appointment rappelling and first aid. zoned lots. This is consistent with the Code event with outstanding student speakers See Letters, Page 20

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Saying Farewell to a ‘Forte’ Years of Service Mount Vernon High School icon. By Dylan Yep The Gazette

urrounded by family, friends, and colleagues, Bernie Forte said Sgoodbye to the only career he had ever known. It was a bittersweet event as well wishers helped close a chap- ter in the life of a remarkable man. Forty years serving in the Fairfax County Public School system, 22 years as Mount Vernon Public School’s director of student activities, 100 district championships as ath- letic director and two-time cross country coach of the year are just a few of Bernie Forte’s accomplishments since he began working for the school system in 1970. While those numbers alone could explain Phots by Dylan Yep/The Gazette Tony Garza, Mount Vernon High School assistant why more than 30 of his friends, family Following his speech, B.J. Forte hugs his father Bernie athletic director, has worked closely with Forte over members and co-workers showed up at Forte. the past five years. Mount Vernon Country Club last Friday to celebrate Forte’s retirement, they don’t tell pletely funny. Our job is very stressful at teaching physical education at Weyanoke the whole story. times and he can walk in and he’ll do some- Elementary School in Fairfax County. In Tony Garza, assistant athletic director of thing just to lighten the load. He’ll just do 1979, he began coaching track and field and Mount Vernon High School, described Forte something to make you feel better.” cross country at Annandale High School. In as “a walking manual of public school poli- Garza concluded, “I guess the thing about addition to his consecutive cross country cies and regulations. Working with him, if I Bernie was that he wasn’t just my boss, he coach of the year awards, he led his team ever need a question answered regarding was a good friend to me also, and that’s to six district championships in track and school activities, I don’t resort to the one thing I probably cherish the most — field and nine consecutive district champi- manual. I go straight to him. He knows ev- his friendship.” onships in cross country. He also tacked on erything by heart.” two regional runner ups, two regional While Garza considered Forte’s experi- ALTHOUGH FEW had as close of a work- championships, four state runner-ups fin- ence invaluable, he most appreciated Forte ing and personal relationship as Garza did ishes, and one state championship. for a quality that had little to do with rules with Forte, Garza’s feelings reflected those From 1980-1988, he began teaching and regulations. “One thing I enjoy most of his co-workers. “I’m health and physical about Bernie that a lot of people don’t see just very sad he’s re- education, driver’s is his sense of humor. There were times in tiring because I’ve “I guess the thing education, chaired the the office I’d be at my desk bent over laugh- learned so much from physical education de- ing as hard as I can, tears from my eyes.” him over the past two about Bernie was that partment, and was the He added, “A lot of people don’t get to see years and I want to assistant director of the other side of him and the man is com- continue learning he wasn’t just my boss, student activities at more from him.” Annandale High ”He’s the type of per- he was a good friend to School. In 1988, he son that does what- was hired as the direc- ever is required to get me also, and that’s one tor of student activi- the job done. Even thing I probably ties at Mount Vernon though he’s the direc- High School. Mount Vernon High School Princi- tor of the program, To put his 40-year cherish the most — pal Nardis King presented a num- he’s outside with career in perspective, ber of gifts to Bernie Forte and coaches, he’s working Forte recalled an en- his friendship.” delivered the closing remarks. with us, he’ll do what” — Tony Garza, assistant athletic counter with a former what’s needed, said student around 1998. and inducted him into the Mount Vernon Gloria Adams, who director of Mount Vernon High “A young lady found High School Athletic Hall of Fame — a has worked for Forte School me in the stands and project Forte pioneered. Forte was the first for the last three said ‘Mr. Forte, how person inducted as the project is not ex- years. are you?’ so I looked at her and she was pected to induct its first full class of mem- Berkeley McHugh, the department chair probably in her 40s. She said ‘remember bers until next year. for career and technical education added, me?’ I said ‘no’. She said ‘Squeaky!’ I said After the presentation, Forte expressed his “he’s wonderful to work for, unendingly ‘Squeaky?’” He explained, “well I started my gratitude for the time he spent in the Fairfax patient, always very supportive … fiercely career at Weyanoke Elementary where I County Public School system. “It’s been a loyal.” taught students and I used to give them wonderful place to work. The people, the The event featured speeches by Forte’s nicknames. Well her nickname 30 years ago friends, the colleagues, I’ve met over the family and friends all reminiscing about was ‘Squeaky.’ She remembered ‘Squeaky’ years have been tremendous. The people Forte and their many experiences with him. and now she had two kids who are at Mount in the Fairfax county community have been Some speakers had known him for decades Vernon High School in their teens.” tremendous.” such as former Mount Vernon High School Following the speeches, Mount Vernon Reflecting on his 40 years of his experi- student activities director, Bruce Patrick, High School principal Nardis King made a ence with students and families, Forte said, and Forte’s own son, B.J.; while others, like gift presentation. She expressed her admi- “Be supportive of your son or daughter but McHugh, had only worked with Forte for a ration for Forte and thanked him for foster- also understand it’s a shared experience be- year. ing the “culture of excellence” that exists tween school and parents at home. Folks at Bernie Forte has been working for at the high school. King presented Forte school are there for your children, but it Fairfax County Public Schools since FOLLOWING HIS GRADUATION from with a picture frame with messages from has to be a supportive environment for both 1970. University of Miami in 1969, Forte began his colleagues at Mount Vernon High School parents and students.” 10 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ July 1-7, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Summer Fun

Arts ❖ Entertainment ❖ Leisure July Storytelling Sessions at Historic Mount Vernon Children enter a world of fantasy and fables when costumed interpreters weave three tales together during Mount Vernon’s storytelling session, “Once Upon a Time at Mount Vernon,” held every Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. in July. Storytelling sessions will take place in the Hands-On History Room in the Donald W. Reynolds Education Center. “Harvest” is the theme for July’s storytelling sessions. Dur- ing the 20-minute session, children learn Aesop’s fables and listen to stories about George Washington’s life! The storytelling The 25 meter x 25 yard Mount Vernon RECenter indoor pool is a great place program is recommended for children ages to escape the summer heat. three to eight. Parental supervision is re- quired. “Once Upon at Time at Mount Summer Respite at the RECenter Vernon” is included in regular Estate admis- sion: adults, $15; youth ages 6-11, $7; and The Mount Vernon RECenter offers a 25-meter heated indoor The RECenter is open Mondays-Thursdays 6 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fridays children under 5 are admitted free. pool, poolside spa, a beach and play area for children, locker rooms 6 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturdays 7 a.m.-7p.m.; Sundays 8 a.m.-6 p.m. On Events, programs, and activities are sub- with showers and sauna, a fitness center, dance room, multi-pur- Saturdays and Sundays the pool opens one hour after the facility. ject to change. pose rooms and an indoor ice arena open year round. The RECenter Located at 2017 Belle View Boulevard in Alexandria. For more in- Public Information: 703-780-2000; 703- offers a variety of classes for all ages including hockey, skating, formation, call 703-768-3224 or visit http:// 799-8697 (TDD); Visit.MountVernon.org swimming and fitness. All facilities can be rented out for parties. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/rec/mvrec.htm. Mount Vernon Kicks Off the Summer Season Historic Mount Vernon began its summer schedule by wel- ❖ The President package, available Tuesday through Sun- coming visitors an hour earlier, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., making day only, includes admission to the Estate, George Washington’s it one of the few early-opening attractions in the Washington, Distillery & Gristmill, audio tour, sightseeing cruise, and 10% D.C., area. For visitors looking to save a few “Washingtons” off at The Shops for a savings of $6 per adult and $4 per youth. this year, Mount Vernon is offering special money-saving ad- ❖ Add a guidebook to any package for $6 and save another mission packages now through Oct. 31. “Washington.” The George Washington: Pioneer Farmer site and George Visit the George Washington: Pioneer Farmer site Friday, Sat- Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill is now officially opened. This urday, and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to ride in a wagon includes Potomac River sightseeing cruises, special walking pulled by Mount Vernon’s livestock. tours on slave life and gardens, and a daily tribute at the tomb Daily tours of slave life and gardens enrich the visitor experi- of George and Martha Washington. All activities at Mount ence by providing in-depth knowledge of these fascinating sub- Vernon are included in admission with the exception of the Dis- jects during 30-minute guided walking tours. Slave Life at Mount tillery & Gristmill and sightseeing cruises, which require an Vernon explores the lives and contributions of the slaves who additional fee. Go to Visit.MountVernon.org for more informa- lived at Mount Vernon at 11 a.m. The Garden and Landscape tion. Tour highlights Washington’s creative design for his gardens at Three money-saving admission packages will be available be- 2 p.m. ginning now through Oct. 31: The Farmer ($21/adult, $12/ youth), The Commander ($17/adult, $8.50/youth), and The President ($28/adult, $16/youth). Regular admission to the On the River Photo by Louise Krafft/Gazette Estate is $15 for adults; $7 for youth ages 6-11; and free for Potomac River sightseeing cruises offer a refreshing opportu- On the Water children five and younger. nity to explore Mount Vernon from a different view with a 40- ❖ minute narrated excursion aboard the Spirit of Mount Vernon Youth sailing classes are offered through The Farmer package includes admission to the Estate the summer at Washington Sailing Marina and George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill for a savings of or Miss Christin Tuesday through Sunday at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 and Belle Haven Marina. For information $2 dollars per adult and $.50 per child. a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets for sightseeing on the Washington Sailing Marina on ❖ The Commander package includes admission to the Es- cruises are $9 for adults and $5 for children (6-11) in addition Daingerfield Island, visit www.washington to Estate admission. Children ages 5 and under are free. Go to sailingmarina.com For information on the tate, George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill, and an audio classes held at the Belle Haven Marina, tour for a savings $4 per adult and $3 per youth. Visit.MountVernon.org for sightseeing cruise schedules. visit www.saildc.com. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ July 1-7, 2010 ❖ 11 Calendar

15, 16, 17, Thursdays, Fridays and Street, Alexandria. FRIDAY AFTERNOONS Saturdays at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15/ Art Reception: Diane Frykman. 1-3 Tea Dances. 1 to 3:15 p.m. Group class general; $10/students, seniors. At The p.m. Diane Frykman holds an art from 1to 1:30 p.m. Ballroom, Latin and Lyceum, 201 S. Washington Street, reception for her show of oil Swing music. $11/person. At the Alexandria. Information/Reservations: landscapes and still life. Her work can Dance Studio Lioudmila, 18 Roth 703-615-6626. be viewed at the Historic House of Street, 2nd Floor (off Duke Street), Green Spring Gardens from June 29- Alexandria. Call 703-751-8868. August 29. The House is open FRIDAY/JULY 9 Wednesdays-Sundays from noon-4:30 Pie Tasters (Ska). 7:30-8:30 p.m. At p.m. At Green Spring Gardens, 4603 THURSDAY/JULY 1 Grist Mill Park, 4710 Mt. Vernon Green Spring Road, Alexandria. Call Barbara Effron’s Storytime Express. Memorial Hwy., Alexandria. Call 703- 703-642-5173 for more information. 4 p.m. For ages 3 and up. At the Burke 324-SHOW (7469). Visit Visit www.greenspring.org. Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ Art Reception: Penny McGrath. 1-3 Alexandria. Call 703-746-1704. performances. p.m. Penny McGrath holds an art Robinson Lee Earle with Sara Inside North Korea. 7 p.m. A National reception for her show of oil Mosher. 7-9 p.m. Free. Robinson Lee Geographic documentary film hosted landscapes and still life. Her work Earle plays finger-style post-folk. On by Lisa Ling (sister of detained can be viewed at the Horticulture back-up vocals and hand percussion is American journalist, Laura Ling) Center of Green Spring Gardens from Sara Mosher. This performance will be presented and discussed by June 29-August 29. The Horticulture presented in conjunction with representatives of LiNK (Liberty in Center is open Sundays from noon- CrisisLink, a local crisis prevention North Korea.) Resistance, ideology, 4:30pm and Monday- Saturday from hotline. At Torpedo Factory Art Center, brainwashing, and survival all 9am-4:30pm. At Green Spring 105 N. Union St. Alexandria. Call 703- interwoven in the film. Chapel at the Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road, 838-4565, www.torpedofactory.org. SUNDAY/JULY 25 Mt. Vernon Unitarian Church, 1909 Alexandria. Call 703-642-5173 for Windmill Lane, Alexandria. Donations more information. Visit Demonstration Game Day. Noon to 5 p.m. Free. Miniature wargaming simulates accepted. Refreshments. 703-721-0595 www.greenspring.org. historical or hypothetical battles on a table top of simulated terrain (hills, woods, FRIDAY/JULY 2 or [email protected] . Gunston Conversations. 2 to 4 p.m. streams, and buildings), using miniature soldiers and vehicles depicting the The English Channel (British Music Converse with 18th-century costumed opponents. Popular periods in historical miniatures wargaming include the from 60’s and 70’s). 7:30-8:30 characters. Discuss politics, fashionable Napoleonic age, the American Civil War, Ancients, and WWII. Seven to nine p.m. Free. The English Channel SATURDAY/JULY 10 dress, or the doings of the games will start the top of every hour. These short, one-hour, beginner-friendly authentically recreates British music Annual USA & City Birthday neighborhood with Founder George games introduce the games and teach the basics. Everything is provided. At Eagle from the mid ‘60s to the mid ‘70s. Celebration. 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Free. Mason’s family and friends. At Gunston & Empire Game & Hobby Shop, 6468 Landsdowne Center, Alexandria. Email Every song they play sold millions of The City of Alexandria will celebrate its Hall Plantation, 10709 Gunston Rd., [email protected] or 703-328 –1401. Visit the store’s website is records in its day. Tune in to The 261st and the USA’s 234th birthday. At Mason Neck. Call 703-550-9220 or http://eagle-and-empire.com. Channel to go back to where you once Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison St., on www.gunstonhall.org. Included in site belonged. At Grist Mill Park, 4710 Mt. the Potomac River between Fairfax, admission: $9, $8 seniors, $5 ages 6 to Vernon Memorial Hwy., Alexandria. At Historic Mount Vernon. Go to Pendleton, and Madison Streets. Visit 18, younger free. Call 703-324-SHOW (7469). Visit Visit.MountVernon.org. JULY 6 THROUGH AUG. 10 www.alexandriava.gov/Recreation or www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ A Walk to Remember Our Children. Zenergy’s Summer Yoga for Teens. call 704-746-5418. TUESDAY/JULY 13 performances 8 a.m. For families who have lost a Tuesdays from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. At “Harlem’s Mart 125: The American Empower Women Spanish Dinner. child of any age or cause. Starts at Nativity Lutheran Church, 1300 Dream” Film Screening. 4:30 p.m. 6 p.m. Join Empowered Women Crystal City Hyatt Regency Hotel, Collingwood Road, Alexandria. Cost is Free. Part of “Movies with a Mission.” International for a fun dinner SATURDAY/JULY 3 Arlington. Sponsored by The $10/class. Drop in anytime. Bring a At the Alexandria Black History fundraiser at La Tasca, 607 King Alexandria Art Market. 10 a.m. to 4 Compassionate Friends, a national yoga mat and water (mats are Museum, 902 Wythe St., Alexandria. Street, Old Town Alexandria. The p.m. A variety of original artwork from support organization that helps available for $10). Contact instructor Visit www.alexblackhistory.org or call restaurant will donate 10-20 percent over 20 artists will be displayed for families reach a positive resolution of Susan Doyle at [email protected] 703-746-4356. of the evening’s proceeds to support sale including painting, photography, their grief. Call Susan Johnson at 301- or call 703-933-1986. U.S. Army Band. 6 p.m. Free. The 257th Empowered Women International pottery, jewelry, and glasswork. At the 949-2158. Registration is $20 for the Army Band will perform patriotic and its career development and Nicholas A. Colasanto Park, adjoining walk. music, marches and entertainment. At entrepreneurial programs for women. the Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Independence Day Worship. 9:30 WEDNESDAY/JULY 7 Oronco Bay Park, Alexandria. Go to To make a dinner reservation, call Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria a.m. St. James’ Episcopal and Epiphany Swing Dancing. 9 to 11 p.m. Cost is $6. www.257armyband.com or call 202- 703-299-9810. (corner of Commonwealth Avenue and Lutheran Churches invite the Mount With DJ Dance Party with DJ Dabe 685-7899. Mount Vernon Avenue). Contact Vernon community to a combined Murphy. At Nick’s Nightclub, 641 Botany for Gardeners. 9:30-11:30 Kimberley Bush at 703-627-7656 or worship service. The service will South Pickett Street, Alexandria. a.m. $18. Enhance your ability to WEDNESDAY/JULY 14 email include Holy Communion and Patriotic Musical Bingo Party. 1-3 p.m. Free. identify plants. Under Mary Olien’s Women’s Luncheon. 11:30 a.m. to [email protected]. Music featuring a special guest soloist, Prizes and refreshments. At the guidance, we will use lectures and live 1:30 p.m. “Need a New Look for the Teddy Bear Parade. 10 a.m. to noon. Katherine Oros. Pastor Brent Hermitage Senior Center, 5000 samples to explore basic concepts of Summer” luncheon. Special guest is Children should dress themselves and Thalacker will be officiating at St. Fairbanks Ave., Alexandria. Call 703- plant classification and plant anatomy, Sharon Kehn, Senior Beauty their teddy bear (or favorite stuffed James’ Episcopal Church, 5614 Old 797-3815 to reserve a seat. key elements in plant identification. At Consultant with Mary Kay Cosmetics, toy) as a figure in American history. Mill Road. Following the service all Salsa at Sunset — an Evening of Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green who will show some new looks and Children ages 3 and up may will walk down to Epiphany Lutheran Edibles. 6:30-8 p.m. $16. Learn how Spring Road, Alexandria. Call 703-642- give tips for having a flawless look. participate. Participants can enter one Church (5521 old Mill Road) for a pie, to grow and cook with different kinds 5173 to register. Visit Sponsored by the Springfield/ of two age groups: ages 3-6 and 7-11. ice-cream and a fireworks celebration. of peppers from kitchen gardener, www.greenspring.org. Alexandria Women’s Connection. Three winners (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) will Call 703-780-3081 or visit Cindy Brown. You and fellow National Capital Daylily Show. Come Cost is $17/person. Reservations be selected in each age group. www.stjamesmv.org. enthusiasts will sample delectable in to see some unusual varieties of must be made by Friday, July 9, to Admission is $5/child marching in the garden treats and then take a pepper these summer beauties. Their flower 703-590-6562 or email to parade. Register now by calling 703- to grow in your own garden. At Green forms will dazzle you. Daylilies [email protected]. At the 548-1789. Visit MONDAY/JULY 5 Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Spring available for sale. At Green Spring Springfield Golf & Country Club, www.leefendallhouse.org. At the Lee- Expressions: An Exhibit Celebrating Road, Alexandria. Call 703-642-5173 Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road, 8301 Old Keene Mill Road, Fendall House Museum & Garden. Active Aging and the Arts. 7 p.m. to register. Visit www.greenspring.org. Alexandria. Call 703-642-5173 for Springfield. Villamay Fourth of July Parade and At the opening, adult guests will be more information. Visit Concert in the Garden. 7-8 p.m. Celebration. 10 a.m. Neighbors will free to view the art, sip cocktails and www.greenspring.org. Free. Be our guest for a musical gather in front of the home of Marjorie sample Washington House signature THURSDAY/JULY 8 Antigua and Barbuda Masquerade evening in the gardens with the and David Spires at 7302 Admiral menu items. Washington House Healthy Relationships Group. 3-4:30 Symposium. 1 to 3 p.m. Free. The Fairfax Symphony Brass Quintet. Drive, Alexandria, for drinks and a residents will showcase their artistic p.m. Teen girls ages 13 and 17, are Alexandria Black History Museum and Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy on the sing-a-long. Children will be present creations in a variety of media while invited to join a group to talk about Kemet Technologies are presenting a lawn. The Friends of Green Spring with bikes and scooters decorated. A local judges select “best of show” healthy relationships, self-esteem and panel discussion exploring the (FROGS) Board serves parade will begin around 10:30 a.m. pieces to be entered into a nationwide more every Thursday for 6 weeks aesthetics of Jumbie in Caribbean complimentary cake and lemonade. will end at the Belle Vista-Admiral competition amongst residents of 26 starting July 8 from 3pm - 4:30pm at Carnival celebrations. (“Jumbie” refers At Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Drive cul-de-sac with a visit from an ice communities managed by Tucson- Duncan Library. Contact to a spiritual being in the likeness of a Green Spring Road, Alexandria. Call cream truck and a fire truck. based Watermark Retirement [email protected] person who has died.) Call 703-746- 703-642-5173 for more information. Communities. Finalists will be featured or call 703-746-5030. 4356 for reservations or more Visit www.greenspring.org. SUNDAY/JULY 4 in the company’s “Expressions” Masters Seminar for Professional information. Visit The Fairfax Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Chamber Music Series. 3 calendar. Guests are welcome to Theatre. 7 to 8 p.m. Sixteen Mount www.alexblackhistory.org. Brass Quintet. 7-8 p.m. The p.m. Free. Pianist Alexander attend by calling 703-845-5000. At the Vernon students have registered for Fairfax Symphony Orchestra’s Beresovsky performing works by Fountains at Washington House, 5100 the seminar which includes the introduction to five of the brass Schumann, Scriabin and Chopin. At Fillmore Ave., Alexandria. performance of an original one act SUNDAY/JULY 11 instruments that add brilliance to an the Lyceum, 201 S. Washington Street, musical comedy. The performance is Fest-Ability Picnic. 1-4 p.m. This orchestra’s sound. Green Spring Alexandria. TUESDAY/JULY 6 open to the public. For students ages annual event, sponsored by the Gardens: 4603 Green Spring Road, Organ Fireworks, Hot Dogs & Catherine’s Ring. 6 to 8 p.m. Free. Talk 12-18. At Mount Vernon High School Virginia Ability Alliance (VAA), Alexandria, VA 22312. 703-324-7469 Lemonade. 11:30 a.m. Douglas A. on a Historic Link to Our First Theater, 8515 Old Mount Vernon provides fun, activities, information, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ Beck, music director, St. Paul’s President. Historian Richard Road, Alexandria. and resources for northern Virginians performances. Episcopal Church, presents a Fourth of Klingenmaier will discuss how the with intellectual and developmental July concert. At St. Paul’s Episcopal discovery of a gold memorial ring has JULY 8-17 disabilities and their families. At T.C. Old Town, 228 South Pitt Street, served to focus a new light on the ”Zero Hour.” Directed by Zina Bleck, Williams High School, 3330 King THURSDAY/JULY 15 Alexandria. Call 703-549-3312. momentous events surrounding the featuring James E. Mitchell III. Set in Street, Alexandria. U.S. Army Band. 7:30 p.m. Free. The Mount Vernon Fireworks. 8 a.m. to 5 death of George Washington. At theatre legend Zero Mostel’s painting Summer Chamber Music Series. 3 257th Army Band will perform patriotic p.m. Made-for-daytime smoke Morrison House, 116 South Alfred studio on West 28th Street, a naïve p.m. Free Trombonist Kirsten Leis music, marches and entertainment. At fireworks fired over the Potomac River. Street, Alexandria. Visit reporter attempts to interview the Warfield performing “The Electric Schlesigner Hall, Northern Virginia Concert, cake, demonstrations by First www.morrisonhouse.com or call 703- famously volatile artist, prompting an Slide”, music for solo trombone with Community College, Alexandria. Go to Virginia Regiment and more. 838-8000. explosion of memory, humor, outrage electronics and electrified trombone. www.257armyband.com or call 202- Admission is $15/adults; $7/children. and juicy backstage lore. July 8, 9, 10, At the Lyceum, 201 S. Washington 685-7899. 12 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ July 1-7, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Summer Fun Daytime Fireworks at Mount Vernon Estate Celebrate Mount Vernon’s Independence Day Schedule of Events on Sunday, July 4, ❖ 9:30 a.m.: General Washington’s Inspection of the 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Troops. Reading of the Declaration of Independence and a demonstra- Historic Mount Vernon, the tion by the First Virginia Regiment home of George Washington, sa- on the Bowling Green. lutes our first commander-in-chief ❖ 10 a.m.: Annual Indepen- with a display of made-for-day- dence Day Wreathlaying. A cer- time fireworks during its annual emonial wreathlaying at Independence Day event. Visitors Washington’s Tomb by the George will be treated to spectacular smoke fireworks in patriotic col- Washington Chapter, Sons of the ors fired over the Potomac River. American Revolution. ❖ The event also includes a natural- 11 a.m.: United States Citizen- ization ceremony for 100 new citi- ship & Immigration Services Natu- zens, military reenactments, a spe- ralization Ceremony. A special In- cial wreathlaying ceremony, free dependence Day naturalization Potomac River. the First Virginia Regiment on the wheat-treading demonstrations at birthday cake for all (while sup- ceremony for America’s 100 new- ❖ 1 p.m.: “Happy Birthday, Bowling Green. the George Washington: Pioneer plies last), and a visit from the est citizens. America” Cake. Birthday cake on Farmer site. Costumed staff will “first” first couple, “General and ❖ 12 p.m.: “Red, White, and the Bowling Green (while supplies ❖ Summer Farm Life: July lead Mount Vernon’s horses as they Mrs. Washington.” All events are Blue” Concert. Patriotic perfor- last). has always been a time of celebra- tread wheat in the 16-sided barn included in regular Estate admis- mance by the National Concert ❖ 1:30 p.m.: Revolutionary War tion at George Washington’s farm at 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and sion: adults, $15; children ages 6- Band of America on the Bowling Military Music. Demonstration by as it marks the beginning of the 3 p.m. Visitors can witness 11, $7; and children under 5 are Green. the First Virginia Regiment on the wheat harvest season. To cel- Washington’s innovative treading admitted free. Go to ❖ 12:45 p.m.: Pyrotechnic Sa- Bowling Green. ebrate Washington the farmer, process, learning first-hand how Visit.MountVernon.org for more lute to America. Unique daytime ❖ 2:30 p.m.: Revolutionary War field hands will kick-off the sea- Washington separated grain from information. fireworks display over the Military Drill. Demonstration by son on Independence Day with straw.

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The The National Archives celebrates perform with guest Jane Monheit. annual event will be broadcast live My work is meticulous, and I take the 4th of July with special family This portion promptly concludes on WETA TV 26 with a repeat air- great pride in completing jobs on time, programming celebrating the sign- at 9:10 p.m. for the fireworks dis- ing at 10 p.m. and on budget. Let me give you a quote ing of the Declaration of Indepen- play. on that Spring home project you want to ❖ dence. Visit the National Archives Best Places to View the check off your list! My prices are reflec- Building for this special birthday ❖ A Capitol Fourth Concert National Mall Fireworks tive of the times. ❖ party from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Time: 8 - 9:30 p.m. (Admittance U.S. Capitol begins at 3 p.m.) ❖ Lincoln Memorial Finish Carpentry & Trim Works ❖ ❖ White House Visitor Cen- Location: West Lawn of the U. Jefferson Memorial Licensed • Bonded • Insured. ❖ ter Family Events S. 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National Park Service Rucker (Hootie & the Blowfish), ets required) ❖ rangers and volunteers will give singer David Archuleta (American Anywhere along the National you the opportunity to sample the Idol), and actor and singer John Mall between 14th Street and the sights, sounds, activities and per- Schneider, as well as classical pia- Capitol ❖ sonages that helped finalize the nist Lang Lang with the National Aboard a cruise along the Declaration of Independence and Symphony Orchestra under the Potomac River (tickets required) create the United States of direction of top pops conductor America on July 4, 1776. Jack Everly and the Choral Arts Spectacular views can also be Society of Washington, under the seen from the Marine Corps War ❖ Concert on the Washing- direction of Norman Scribner. Memorial (Iwo Jima) in Arlington, ton Monument Grounds The July 4th concert finale in- near the Rosslyn Metro station and Beginning at 6 p.m. the U.S. cludes Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Over- areas along the Virginia side of the Navy Band performs on the South- ture” — featuring the U.S. Army Potomac River that can be reached west corner of the grounds of the Herald Trumpets and complete from George Washington Memo- Washington Monument. The con- with live cannon fire provided by rial Parkway. You may park at the cert includes the U.S. Navy Con- the United States Army Presiden- Gravely Point parking lot, which cert Band, the Sea Chanters cho- tial Salute Battery. Also featured is about a quarter mile from the rus, and the Cruisers, their rock are the U.S. Army Ceremonial 14th Street Bridge. Another great and top-40 ensemble. That portion Band, the U.S. Marine Drum and place to watch the fireworks is ends at 7:30 p.m., to be followed Bugle Corps, the Joint Armed from the Air Force Memorial on by a vignette by the National Park Forces Color Guard and the State Columbia Pike.

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From Page 5 7100 block of Groveton Gardens 2300 block of Huntington Ave. Two Road. Two laptop computers stolen bottles of water stolen from business. from residence. 2300 block of Huntington Ave. MALICIOUS WOUNDING/ BURGLARY/ 2300 block of Huntington Ave. Beer stolen from business. Missing Adult Reported Beer stolen from business. 2700 block of James Drive. GPS OBSTRUCTION OF JUSTICE/ ARREST 1800 block of Old Richmond stolen from vehicle. Police are asking for wearing pink pants A 28-year-old man was stabbed Highway. Four tires stolen from 2800 block of James Drive. GPS the public’s assistance and a white and pink inside his home in the 5900 block vehicle. stolen from vehicle. of North Kings Highway around 2500 block of Parkers Lane. Cash 2700 block of Popkins Lane. Purse in locating a missing/ flowered shirt. She 12:52 p.m. on Friday, June 11. The stolen from residence. and cell phone stolen from vehicle. endangered, 68-year- has a serious medical suspect, a 33-year-old male of the 2500 block of Parkers Lane. 2900 block of Popkins Lane. old woman. Dorothy condition and is 3300 block of Lockheed Blvd. in License plate stolen from vehicle. Camera stolen from school. Alexandria, was apprehended nearby. 8600 block of Pilgrim Court. Tools 6500 block of Quander Road. M. Holcomb was last without her medica- He was taken to jail and charged stolen from vehicle. Camera stolen from school. seen at her home in tion. with malicious wounding and 7500 block of Republic Court. 6700 block of Richmond Highway. the 2600 block of Ar- Anyone with infor- burglary. A 30-year-old female of the Music amplifier stolen from Merchandise stolen from business. 7400 block of Fordson Road in residence. 8000 block of Richmond Highway. lington Drive, near mation is asked to Alexandria, was charged with 6700 block of Richmond Highway. Four propane tanks stolen from Richmond Highway at contact Crime Solvers obstruction of justice; she allegedly Shirts stolen from business. business. approximately 6:45 p.m. on by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS/ failed to cooperate with police during 7200 block of Richmond 8300 block of Richmond Highway. their investigation of this case. The Highway. Food stolen from Bicycle stolen from residence. Sunday, June 27. 8477, e-mail at victim was transported to a local business. 3700 block of Roxbury Lane. Holcomb is white, about 5 www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or hospital for treatment of non 7600 block of Richmond License plates stolen from vehicle. feet 4 inches tall and 250 text “TIP187” plus a message to lifethreatening injuries. Highway. Soda stolen from 4900 block of Sprayer Court. business. Grinder and two rings stolen from pounds. She has white hair and CRIMES/274637 or call Fairfax 7700 block of Richmond Highway. residence. blue eyes. She was last seen County Police at 703-691-2131. ASSAULT BY MOB/ARREST Pint of gin stolen from business. 6500 block of Tower Drive. Two Several men assaulted a 38-year- 8200 block of Richmond bracelets stolen from residence. old man in a parking lot around Highway. Bicycle stolen from 6600 block of Wakefield Drive. 10:40 p.m. in the 3300 block of business. GPS stolen from vehicle. School Notes Lockheed Boulevard on Friday, June 9100 block of Richmond 7900 block of Wellington Road. 11. One of the suspects was arrested. Highway. Luggage stolen from License plate stolen from vehicle. Fort Hunt High School, Alexan- daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Laurence T. A 20-year-old male of the 20700 block business. 5900 block of Williamsburg Road. dria, class of 1980 announces its 30th Phillips of Alexandria. of Crystal Hill Circle in Germantown, 6300 block of South Kings Purse stolen from vehicle. Md., was taken to jail and charged Highway. Beer stolen from reunion. Visit the web site to register * Charles Davidson Snow, se- with assault by mob. The victim was business. and stay connected on all of the happen- nior, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey D. treated at the scene for minor injuries. 3900 block of Stone Mansion VEHICLE THEFTS ings. Go to fhhs80.com or email: Snow of Alexandria. Court. Laptop computer stolen 7800 block of Audubon Ave. Ford fhhsclassof80 @yahoo.com. * Ashley Hamilton Stevens, se- from residence. Escape. nior, daughter of Col. and Mrs. Shelby LARCENIES 7900 block of Ashton St. Tools 7900 block of Bluebird Lane. The following Alexandria stu- T. Stevens of Alexandria. 1100 block of Belle View Blvd. stolen from vehicle. Trailer with lawn equipment. dents were named to the High List, Racing bike stolen from residence. 8000 block of Ashton St. Work bag 8000 block of Janna Lee Ave. 2002 Episcopal High School’s academic honor Cindy Bergstrom of Alexandria, 5900 block of Grand Pavilion Way. stolen from vehicle. Kawasaki motorcycle. roll, for the first quarter of the 2009-10 a student at Centre College in Danville, Computer and monitor stolen from 2800 block of Beacon Hill Road. 3800 block of Laramie Place. school year. Ky., was a member of the Centre College residence. Beer, nuts and beef treat stolen from Toyota Corolla. * Anne Caperton Page, freshman, soccer team during the 2009-2010 fall 3100 block of Groveton St. Tools, business. 8200 block of Frye Road. Honda Civic. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter M. Page, season. Bergstrom is the daughter of fishing pole, lawnmower and ladder 2600 block of Boswell Ave. Yard 7700 block of Richmond Highway. Jr. of Alexandria. David Bergstrom of Alexandria and stolen from residence. furniture stolen from residence. Dodge Ram. * Angelique Lynn Phillips, junior, Deborah Bergstrom of Annandale.

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From Page 9 neighborhood to be safe, I don’t is needed. understand why certain neighbors Report Cards should reach home of mine adamantly refuse to leash by the end of next week. You their dogs. should have heard from your One couple walks their yellow student’s teachers if your child Labrador retriever by my house failed a class and needs to attend several times a week around 6:30 summer school. Summer school is a.m., always without a leash. Over Photos by offered online only except for se- the past couple of years, I’ve asked niors. Summer school for any se- them several times to leash their niors who did not graduate is be- dog — they either don’t respond ing held at Fairfax High School. or explain that their dog is so well LaShawn Avery We will spend the summer plan- trained it doesn’t need a leash (it ning and gearing up for another only takes one mistake for a disas- fantastic year. I look forward to ter to occur). Last year, out of con- another rewarding and productive cern for others in our community year as the Principal of the school including children and the elderly, /The Gazette I love. You have fantastic children! as well as their dog, I wrote them Enjoy the summer with your fam- a letter asking them to leash their ily and please make sure your stu- dog or the next time I saw it off dent reads! leash I’d report to animal control. Nardos King The result? For the next six months Proud Principal or so, they chose another route to 5K Walk-a-thon New Empty Nester walk their dog. In recent months, Many turned out for the Mount Vernon High School they’ve returned, walking their 5K walk-a-thon at Fort dog without a leash. I haven’t yet Hunt Park on Satuderday, Leash Law reported them. June 26. The walk-a-thon Another couple owns a border was hosted by Younglives Scofflaws? collie. Around 6 a.m. several times DC, an organization that a week, the wife walks the dog by To the Editor: helps minister to teen my house on a leash. A couple of mothers. Section 41.1-1-1 of the Fairfax times a week, usually at dawn or County Code (the Code) defines dusk, the husband rides his bicycle “unrestricted” pertaining to dogs by my house at breakneck speed as: “not under control of the owner chasing the dog running ahead or his agent either by leash, cord, with no leash. Last year, I took sev- Ashley Thompson chain or primary enclosure when eral photos of this behavior to and Kendra Smith off the property or premises of the document it. The husband ob- participate in the owner or custodian. An electronic served me taking the photos and walk-a-thon. device does not qualify as a leash, visited me to ask me why I was cord or chain.” Section 41.1-2-4 of photographing him and his dog. I the Code says the following: “No explained that I planned to send dog shall run unrestricted, as de- the photos to our civic association fined in Section 41.1-1-1, in the president with the request that a pened as a result of police miscon- ternal affairs officer in a large city County. Any person who is the story be published in our newslet- Can We duct or negligence it should alert was quoted as saying “civil cases owner of a dog found unrestricted ter concerning the local leash law. Afford It? us to the fact this is a part of the are not our problem.” Another was in the County shall be in violation About two weeks later, while the financial problem we face in quoted saying police departments of this Section.” The owner of the husband was chasing the dog on To the Editor: Fairfax County. Fairfax taxpayer consider the money they pay out dog can be fined and if the owner his bicycle, it was hit by a car. One Cities, counties and states across money in recent years has been in damages and settlements “a cost can’t be readily found, the dog of my friends saw him cradling the our great nation are experiencing paid to litigants of lawsuits against of doing business.” may be impounded. injured dog sitting on the curb. serious budgetary deficits. The Fairfax County Police in the mil- This raises the question, does This is elementary stuff folks. She drove him and the dog to their same can be said about our fed- lions of dollars. our country and its taxpayers ben- Under Fairfax County law, if you home. Luckily, the dog survived eral government. Citizens Most recently in January 2010, efit more for allocating funds to leave your property with your dog, but had a noticeable limp for sev- throughout our country are being the County Supervisors, in a rare renovate our schools, or to pay it must either be in a cage or on a eral months as it was walked by affected by this financial crisis. step, awarded $1.5 million to close millions of dollars in civil lawsuits leash, cord or chain. The policy my house on leash. Apparently, the Education, healthcare and pub- a lawsuit brought by the family of tried in our courts resulting from reasons for this law are also dog is back to normal because the lic safety are just a few of our pub- Ashley McIntosh, who was killed police misconduct or negligence? straightforward. If your dog is be- husband has resumed chasing it lic needs that are suffering from by a Fairfax County police officer The CCPA remains pro-police, ing walked off a leash: (1) it can around our neighborhood on his this chaotic problem. We know the in a car crash on Rt. 1 in 2008. but expresses deep concern for be run over by a car; (2) it can bicycle. Last week he zoomed past future of our nation depends More pending cases involving mil- the few who violate their oath to intimidate the elderly or children my house at high speed after dark greatly upon education our chil- lion dollar lawsuits include the protect and serve the citizens of or anyone else in the vicinity as trailing the dog. dren on all levels. Our kids will be “accidental shooting death” of Fairfax County. By their very spe- well as other leashed dogs; (3) it I have not yet reported these the future leaders of our country. Salvatore Culosi, Jr., who was shot cial nature of responsibilities, can be attracted by a wild animal neighbors to the animal control Without education, our future and killed by a SWAT team officer they must be subjected to ac- like a rabbit, squirrel or fox and people. However, I am beginning leaders will not be able to carry while serving an arrest warrant on countability. run into the path of a car, result- to believe I’ll somehow feel re- on with the success we have en- Culosi at his home for sports gam- As the CCPA moves ahead, it has ing in (a) being run over, or (b) sponsible if something befalls joyed for decades. bling. a vision for an improved Fairfax causing the car driver to swerve, these dogs or someone in our com- In recent days, we have learned Civil rights activists have used County Police Department and a resulting in an accident. That ac- munity is hurt or killed, and I of a proposal by the Fairfax County tort litigation, under federal and safer community. cident might just cause property didn’t report these irresponsible School Board to close the Clifton state laws, to enhance police ac- The question is, can we afford it? damage or might result in death dog owners to the authorities. Elementary School. It cites the cost countability. The dollar cost of For information about the CCPA, or injury to a child or adult hap- Come on neighbors, please obey in the millions to renovate the police misconduct has been raised visit virginiaccpa.org or email pening by at the time. On any our County’s leash law for the school that was built in 1953. Par- to a critical level. Local elected [email protected]. given day, dozens of dogs are good of your dogs and the safety ents of children attending the officials in parts of our nation have walked by my house, the over- of our community. school object to the closing saying responded by adopting meaning- Nicholas Beltrante whelming majority on a leash. As H. Jay Spiegel “it is integral to life in Clifton.” ful police reforms. According to Executive Director, CCPA a dog lover and one who wants his Mount Vernon When we observe what has hap- Human Rights Watch, a police in-

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Effective July 31, St. Clair Appliance will be closing. St. Clair Appliance To Close t. Clair Appliance owner Bob St. Clair operation to a full service builder supply Sannounced their showroom is closing company. It provided design services, ap- down, effective July 31, after almost pliances, and cabinetry to contractors, 45 years. builders, and homeowners in the Washing- St. Clair issued a formal statement that ton Metro area. The family would like to said in part: “Since 1966 when the com- extend its heartfelt gratitude and apprecia- pany was established by J. Robert and Ruth tion to all of the customers and friends in St. Clair, and taken over by Robert F. St. the community who have supported the Clair, son of the founders, St. Clair Appli- business through the years.” ance Distributors grew from a one office — Gerald A. Fill Selling Rye Whiskey at the Estate

From Page 1 worked, and with financial support from the essentially meant it had been distilled Distilled Spirits Council the dream of re- twice. While most of the whiskey made in opening Washington’s distillery became a America today is mostly corn, in reality. Since the day it opened, visitors have Washington’s time most distilleries used rye been clamoring for a drink. primarily because it was a cheaper grain. But Mount Vernon was not allowed to sell “People must have liked it because it sold the product that was made at the reproduc- very well,” said Joel Nichols, lead miller at tion distillery because of Virginia’s restric- the gristmill. “He had several merchants in tive alcohol laws. So when the Mount Alexandria who were purchasing it and sell- Vernon Ladies Associated decided to move ing it, and he also had neighbors who were forward with a boutique operation in Feb- also buying it or exchanging for it.” ruary 2009, they called on state Sen. Toddy Puller to introduce legislation allowing the ARCHEOLOGY BEGAN at the site in gift shop to sell rye whiskey. Now the shelves 1999, followed by years of planning and are stocked with bottles, and people can research to reconstruct Washington’s whis- taste Washington’s own recipe. key stills. In 2003, Mount Vernon Estate “If you’ve been to Kentucky or any of the used Washington’s recipe to make 10 gal- distilleries out there, it’s the same process,” said lons of whiskey using an 18th-century still Pogue. “Of course, their operations are on ste- from the Smithsonian as a test batch. It roids while ours is the 18th century version.”

Obituary

retiring as a Commander. During his active Fred Suffa duty he was present on the Battleship Mis- Fred Suffa, long time Mt. Vernon area souri when General Douglas McArthur pre- civic activist who served on the Mount sided over the signing of the surrender of Vernon Council of Citizens Association, and Japan. Chairman, Fairfax County Board of Equal- In 1980 Suffa received the meritorious ization of Real Estate Assessments, died civilian service award from the Defense June 7 at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. He Department. He graduated from Brown was 85. University and earned a master’s degree in Suffa served at the Defense Department business administration from Columbia as an economist, and statistical analyst with University. the Labor Department. Suffa and his wife Shirley have lived in During WW II he served in the U.S. Navy, Tauxemont for over 50 years. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ July 1-7, 2010 ❖ 21 Home Sales May 2010 $2,900,000 ~ $264,900

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Detached .... 0.39 ...... COLLINGWOOD The Pet Connection 8206 COLLINGWOOD CT ...... 4 . 3 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $840,000 ...... Detached .... 0.25 .... COLLINGWOOD SPRINGS 8599 MOUNT ZEPHYR DRIVE ... 6 . 5 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $835,000 ...... Detached .... 0.53 ...... WOODLEY HILLS 3403 BURGUNDY RD...... 4 . 4 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $750,000 ...... Detached .... 0.28 ...... BURGUNDY WOODS in July 6420 BOULEVARD VW...... 3 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $685,000 ...... Detached .... 0.30 ...... NEW ALEXANDRIA 8713 HIGHGATE RD ...... 5 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $685,000 ...... Detached .... 0.27 ...... STRATFORD LANDING Send Your Photos & Stories Now to 6323 OLDE TOWNE CT ...... 3 . 3 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $675,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.23 .... OLDE BELHAVEN TOWNE 2201 PAUL SPRING RD ...... 4 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $655,000 ...... Detached .... 0.42 ...... HOLLIN HILLS [email protected] 4122 SCOTLAND RD ...... 5 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $655,000 ...... Detached .... 0.36 ...... MT VERNON GROVE 2499 DAWN DR ...... 4 . 3 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $650,000 ...... Detached .... 0.21 .... BELLE HAVEN MEADOWS Be sure to include your name, address and phone number, and 2114 MASON HILL DR ...... 3 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $645,000 ...... Detached .... 0.41 ...... HOLLIN HILLS 8636 WINTHROP DR ...... 5 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $630,000 ...... Detached .... 0.41 ...... PLYMOUTH HAVEN identify all people and pets in photos. Submission deadline July 21. 6419 POTOMAC AVE ...... 4 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $625,000 ...... Detached .... 0.16 ...... NEW ALEXANDRIA 4706 TARPON LN...... 5 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $615,000 ...... Detached .... 0.50 ...... YACHT HAVEN ESTATES 9110 CHICKAWANE CT ...... 5 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $605,000 ...... Detached .... 0.46 ...... WESTGATE 7316 STAFFORD RD ...... 3 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $599,900 ...... Detached .... 0.48 ...... HOLLIN HILLS 7107 DEVONSHIRE RD ...... 4 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $595,000 ...... Detached .... 0.40 ...... WHITE OAKS 2201 KILT CT ...... 3 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $580,000 ...... Detached .... 0.37 ...... KIRK Alexandria 2215 COLLINGWOOD RD ...... 4 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $580,000 ...... Detached .... 0.33 ..WILLIAMSBURG MANOR N 7908 Bayberry Drive 7529 LINDBERG DR ...... 5 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $575,000 ...... Detached .... 0.13 ...... GRVE AT HNTLY MDWS 1910 STIRRUP LN ...... 4 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $575,000 ...... Detached .... 0.32 ...... RIVERSIDE GARDENS $470,000 8309 CEDARDALE DR...... 5 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $570,000 ...... Detached .... 0.29 ...... COLLINGWOOD ON POT $25K REDUCED The work’s been done! 2810 JOSEPH MAKELL CT ...... 7 . 4 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $567,500 ...... Detached .... 0.45 ...... GUM SPRINGS 1505 WAKE FOREST DR ...... 3 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $560,000 ...... Detached .... 0.30 ...... WESTGROVE Updated windows and doors, 3850 ELMWOOD TOWNE WAY . 3 . 3 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $555,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.07 ...... ELMWOOD remodeled kitchen with 8421 BLAKISTON LN ...... 4 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $553,000 ...... Detached .... 0.26 .... STRATFORD ON THE POT cherry cabinets and marble 8809 LINTON LN ...... 5 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $539,000 ...... Detached .... 0.24 ...... FORT HUNT ESTATES 5705 NORTON RD ...... 5 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $535,000 ...... Detached .... 0.28 ...... HICKORY KNOLL baths, 5 BRs, 3 BAs, 2 FP, 1806 COURTLAND RD ...... 4 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $535,000 ...... Detached .... 0.29 ...... HOLLINDALE refinished hardwood floors, 2217 LIDA CT ...... 4 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $535,000 ...... Detached .... 0.38 ...... KIRKSIDE huge family room, great 4413 FERRY LANDING RD ...... 3 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $535,000 ...... Detached .... 0.54 ...... YACHT HAVEN ESTATES 4200 ROBERTSON BLVD ...... 3 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $530,000 ...... Detached .... 0.34 ...... MT VERNON GROVE deck, one-car garage. Close to transportation, shopping, 1301 CROTON DR ...... 3 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $524,900 ...... Detached .... 0.30 ...... WAYNEWOOD schools, library. Lush new grass in backyard. 2205 SHIVER DR ...... 3 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $520,000 ...... Detached .... 0.69 ...... RANDALL 8202 RIVERSIDE RD ...... 4 . 3 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $520,000 ...... Detached .... 0.25 ...... HENSLEY ESTATE Carol Cooke 8231 CHANCERY CT ...... 5 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $515,000 ...... Detached .... 0.27 ..WILLIAMSBURG MANOR N ® ® 8602 BOUND BROOK LN...... 5 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $515,000 ...... Detached .... 0.24 ...... RIVERSIDE ESTATES REALTOR , ABR 8401 CAMDEN ST ...... 4 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $510,000 ...... Detached .... 0.26 .... STRATFORD ON THE POT 703-717-0888 5904 MOUNT EAGLE DR #1104 2 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $500,000 ...... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors...... MONTEBELLO 8621 WOODWARD AVE ...... 4 . 3 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $496,000 ...... Detached .... 0.10 ...... MOUNT VERNON HILLS www.carolcookehomes.com 6422 THIRTEENTH ST ...... 3 . 1 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $485,000 ...... Detached .... 0.24 ...... NEW ALEXANDRIA 7916 NEW MARKET RD ...... 4 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $479,250 ...... Detached .... 0.24 ...... HOLLIN HALL VILLAGE 8056 FAIRFAX RD ...... 3 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $451,500 ...... Detached .... 0.23 ...... HOLLIN HALL VILLAGE 3824 COBBLESTONE CT ...... 4 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $450,000 ...... Detached .... 0.21 ...... STONEYBROOKE 3410 RAMSGATE TER...... 5 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $450,000 ...... Detached .... 0.29 ...... RIVERSIDE TERRACE 3911 WOODLEY DR...... 4 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $435,000 ...... Detached .... 0.52 ...... WOODLEY HILLS 7903 BAYBERRY DR ...... 4 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $429,000 ...... Detached .... 0.27 ...... SHERWOOD HALL 5991 GRAND PAVILION WAY .... 4 . 3 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $425,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.03 PAVILIONS AT HUNTINGTON 1704 JAMESTOWN RD ...... 3 . 1 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $425,000 ...... Detached .... 0.19 ...... HOLLIN HALL VILLAGE 4341 ROCK CREEK RD ...... 3 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $422,000 ...... Detached .... 0.35 ...... STONEYBROOKE 5903 MOUNT EAGLE DR #314 . 2 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $420,000 ...... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors...... MONTEBELLO 4341 ROLLING STONE WAY ...... 3 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $412,000 ...... Detached .... 0.30 ...... STONEYBROOKE 7026 QUANDER RD ...... 4 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $410,000 ...... Detached .... 0.18 ...... BUCKNELL MANOR 3802 TOWANDA RD ...... 4 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $402,000 ...... Detached .... 0.24 ...... BURGUNDY FARM 2908 SCHOOL ST ...... 4 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $395,000 ...... Detached .... 0.19 ...... PENN DAW VILLAGE 6711 TAHALLA DR ...... 3 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $390,000 ...... Detached .... 0.45 .... COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES 8785 MILL TOWNS CT ...... 3 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $390,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.04 ...... OLDE MILL TOWNS 8216 LAKEPARK DR ...... 4 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $380,000 ...... Detached .... 0.29 ...... SPRING VALLEY 6916 DUKE DR...... 3 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $378,000 ...... Detached .... 0.17 ...... BUCKNELL MANOR 3306 MEMORIAL ST ...... 3 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $375,000 ...... Detached .... 0.20 ...... GROVETON HEIGHTS 8243 CLIFTON FARM CT ...... 3 . 2 .. 2 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $375,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.04HUNTINGTON AT MT VERNON 2303 COLLINGWOOD RD ...... 3 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $371,000 ...... Detached .... 0.30 ..WILLIAMSBURG MANOR N 6600 CAVALIER DR ...... 4 . 1 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $360,000 ...... Detached .... 0.17 ...... BUCKNELL MANOR 8735 OLD MILL RD ...... 3 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $360,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.04 ...... OLDE MILL TOWNS 2016 ROLLINS DR ...... 4 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $350,000 ...... Detached .... 0.18 ...... BUCKNELL MANOR 8119 KEELER ST ...... 4 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $345,050 ...... Detached .... 0.27 ...... WOODLAWN TERRACE 4707 LAURIEFROST CT ...... 3 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $345,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.04 ...... SKYVIEW PARK 8237 JEPSON PL ...... 3 . 3 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $345,000 ...... Detached .... 0.27 ...... MT VERNON VALLEY 5808 KINGS HWY N ...... 3 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $339,000 ...... Semi-Detached0.08 ...... JEFFERSON MANOR 5844 MONTICELLO RD ...... 2 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $338,500 ...... Semi-Detached0.10 ...... JEFFERSON MANOR 7201 STOVER CT ...... 3 . 3 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $338,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.05 ...... WOODSTONE 5902 MOUNT EAGLE DR #415 . 2 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $334,000 ...... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors...... MONTEBELLO 2611 FORT DR ...... 3 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $330,000 ...... Duplex ...... 0.13 ...... JEFFERSON MANOR 8119 KIDD ST ...... 5 . 2 .. 0 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $330,000 ...... Detached .... 0.26 ...... MT VERNON VALLEY 8337 HUNTER MURPHY CIR..... 2 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $330,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.02 ...... MOUNT VEE MANOR 8455 HALLIE ROSE ST ...... 3 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $330,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.03 ...... SKYVIEW PARK 7134 HUNTLEY CREEK PL...... 3 . 3 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $325,000 ...... Townhouse ...... GROVETON WOODS 3807 ROXBURY CT ...... 4 . 3 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $325,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.03 .. ROXBURY OF MT VERNON 8417 BYERS DR ...... 3 . 2 .. 3 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $325,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.03 ...... SKYVIEW PARK 7979 AVERY PARK CT ...... 3 . 2 .. 1 ..... ALEXANDRIA ...... $320,000 ...... Townhouse . 0.05 ...... 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22 ❖ Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ July 1-7, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News HIS KIDS! Children matter to Jesus and children matter at Messiah Lutheran Church. During the Sunday School Hour, 9:45-10:45 am, children ages 3-12 are invited to join the dedicated His Kids team for Bible sto- Route 1’s Aviation History ries, crafts, snacks, games, fellowship and more. A new His Kids will begin on Sunday, July 11th. From Page 3 in the Groveton community since she got married in At Messiah you will find a safe, well-supervised nursery staffed with history of the Beacon Field Airport, the smaller of 1966. attendants at every worship celebration. All persons that work with Mount Vernon’s two aviation outfits. children have completed child safety training and passed a back- This facility was located where the current Bea- LEE DISTRICT SUPERVISOR Jeff McKay’s grand- ground check. con Mall and Target are along Richmond Highway parents built their house in Groveton because his grand- in the Groveton area. The airport was also owned by father worked at Beacon Field Airport. His grandfather If you would like more information, please contact our Parish Education Chair, Anndra Rowland at [email protected] Lehman’s family. walked to work many days, said McKay (D). “We had a huge advantage [in gathering history] “For a long time, Route 1 was centered on the air- Messiah Lutheran Church because I used to walk around that airport every day,” line industry and hospitality industry,” said McKay. 6510 Ft. Hunt Road, Alex. Va. 22307 said Lehman, who still owns the land where the Bea- “A lot of people who worked at the airport lived (703) 765-5003 con Field Airport was located. right here,” he said. Beacon Field was initially used for air mail and In addition to building a website about the air- recreational flying in the late 1920s and early 1930s. port, Lehman and Hicks were also instrumental in The facility, located at one of the highest points in getting the county to erect a historical marker for Fairfax County, featured a beacon, which emitted a the Beacon Field Airport in the parking lot of the light that helped guide airplane pilots traveling up Beacon Mall last August. and down the east coast before radar technology was The couple has also hung historical photographs invented, according to the couple’s website, of the airport at the Starbucks located in Beacon Mall. www.beaconfieldairport.com. “I felt there was a huge history drain with people “The beacon was there so they could have air mail forgetting and people dying. It was interesting to do at night. Before, all the night mail had to come in by something like this before the people who remem- train,” said Lehman. bered the airport were all gone,” said Lehman. But pilots were also trained at the airport, particu- The couple has found there are significant gaps in larly in the run up to the United States entering World the more recent history of the local area. War II, said the couple. Then, the airport’s opera- “To the commonwealth, there is no history after tions suspended temporarily during the war because the Civil War,” said Lehman. of restrictions placed on private and commercial Lehman and Hicks are now working to gather in- planes, according to the website. formation about the Hybla Valley Airport. They hope Both the Hybla Valley and Beacon Field airports the county will erect a historical marker commemo- shuttered their operations in the late 1950s, though rating that facility as it has done for the Beacon Field a few local residents still remember when they were Airport. They are also interested in establishing a open. local Groveton-Beacon Hill museum, said Hicks. Barbara Keck, who grew up in the Woodlawn area, More reminders of local history are important, remembers throwing fund raisers to benefit the lo- since so few people seem willing to find out infor- cal volunteer fire station on the grounds of the old mation for themselves, said Keck. airport. “People are too busy. Some people wouldn’t even “The airport would allow them to hold carnivals remember what was on the highway two years ago,” near the end of the runway,” said Keck, who has lived said Keck. Emergency Response Procedures What is a Classical Education? From Page 1 at all times. gency call. The police officer failed to turn on her Exceptions to these procedures is part of the Crime For the first time since 1824—the year Robert E. Lee siren or slow at the Route 1 and Boswell Avenue in- Commission’s survey and analysis as it contemplates graduated and went off to West Point—Alexandria tersection while the traffic light was red. A year later, what, if any, new legislation is necessary and appro- Academy is accepting new students. in a Sovereign Immunity Bench Trial, a Fairfax Dis- priate to prevent the kind of accidents that resulted trict Judge ruled that the police officer was not en- in the death of McIntosh. Driver training is also un- Endowed by George Washington in 1785, Alexandria titled to immunity because she failed to follow Fairfax der consideration. Law enforcement leaders argue Academy is a classical, coeducational school that county emergency response procedures. Government the exception language is necessary to allow for cir- prepares its graduates for America’s most selective employees are immune from liability while they are cumstances which may require a silent emergency colleges and universities while equipping each one to doing their jobs unless they are grossly negligent. response approach. Virginia law reads that the decision to use flashing According to the mother of McIntosh, Cynthia “serve the world through their character and lights and a siren is required at all times except “as McIntosh-Colasanto, 26 states have emergency re- leadership.” may be reasonably necessary.” Puller’s legislation sponse procedures similar to Puller’s proposed lan- would require the use of flashing lights and a siren guage. Along with coursework in math, science and English literature, Academy scholars receive instruction in School Notes Latin, Chinese or French, logic, rhetoric and the arts. Send announcements to the Mount * John Joseph Walker II of Alex- Alexandria; And, like Robert E. Lee, they learn what it means to Vernon Gazette, by e-mail to andria, B.S. cum laude, kinesiology * Jennifer Hicks, a senior, from be a gentleman—or a lady. [email protected]. Alexandria; Deadline is Thursday at noon for the fol- The University of Mary Washington * Excy Herrera, a sophomore, from lowing week’s paper. Photos are has announced its Dean’s List for the Alexandria; To learn about general admissions or the Founding encouraged. Call Steve Hibbard at 703- spring semester of the 2009-10 aca- * Elizabeth Crowe, a junior, from Families Program, contact the Rector, T. Robinson 778-9412 with questions. demic year. Alexandria; * Elizabeth Gillispie, a junior, * Andrew Cole, a junior, from Alex- Ahlstrom. ([email protected]) Columbia College Chicago con- from Alexandria; andria; gratulates Graham Jenkins of * Katharine Bertron, a senior, Alexandria on being named to the from Alexandria; Mount Vernon High School’s 400 S. Washington Street Dean’s List for spring semester 2010. * Christopher Goulait, a senior, Class of 1980 is gearing up for its 30th from Alexandria; Reunion on July 31, 2010 at the Mount Alexandria, VA 22314 The following local students gradu- * Rachel Blier, a senior, from Alex- Vernon Inn at the Mt. Vernon Estate. To ated from Longwood University in the andria; be added to the list, contact Leisa Gates www.alexandria-academy.org Spring of 2010. * Erin Burke, a senior, from Alexan- Less: [email protected], 281-536-3121 * Shannon Marie White of Alex- dria; or Jennifer Julian Radcliffe: 703.535.5533 andria, B.A. sociology * Christine Pham, a senior, from [email protected], 703-968-3072. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Mount Vernon Gazette ❖ July 1-7, 2010 ❖ 23 Mount Vernon Gazette Sports Editor Jon Roetman Sports 703-224-3015 or [email protected]

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The Hollin Meadows 13-14 boys 100-meter medley relay team of (from Sara Bertram was a double winner for the Mount Vernon Park Gators on left) Hunter Aardema, Ben Cermak, Paul O’Hara and Andrew Hohman June 26. recorded a time of 59.58 seconds, breaking a 25-year-old team record. Mount Vernon Park Gators Win Season-Opening Meet ans of the Mount Vernon Park relay races. Seven wins would clinch the stroke), and Sara Bertram (back and fly). Ducceschi (breaststroke), Griffin Colaizzi Gators were on the edge of the meet. Six wins for each team would mean Other Gator winners included Nicky (fly), Joe Darville (fly), Parker Fulghum F seat throughout a closely con- a tie, while only five Gator relay wins would McBroom (back), Gus Leyden (back), Leigh (free), Molly Cabral (free), Jessica Metter tested swim meet on June 26 — result in a tough loss. Orleans (free), Kaila Stein (breaststroke), (free), Maddie Finn (back), Maddy Bolger and, there were no vuvuzelas, so everyone The boys 8-and-under relay won, spurred Sophia Passacantando (breaststroke), and (back), Julia Hunger (breaststroke), Sarah still has their hearing, which is a bonus. By by a strong swim by Nicky McBroom to Christine Rholl (fly). The Gators won 20 of Jones (breaststroke and fly), Hannah meet’s end, MVP defeated Virginia Run 206- overtake his Riptide foe. The 8-and-under the 38 individual events. Gwartney (breaststroke), Leigh Orleans 196. girls won as well, putting the Gators up 2- Second-place points were earned by Brian (fly), and Julia Bolger (fly). The Gators took The Gators got off to a 0. After that, each team traded relay wins McNamara (free), Sean Jansen (breast- 19 third places. Swim Briefs strong start by winning — the Riptides taking the boys relays, while stroke), Tristan Colaizzi (breaststroke), On July 3, the Gators travel to South Run five of the first six freestyle the Gator girls went undefeated. The mixed Austin Neal (breaststroke), Josh Stein to take on the 1-0 Seahawks in Fairfax Sta- races, but the Virginia Run age girls relay — the last race of the day — (breaststroke), Kevin Adams-Mardi (fly), tion. Riptides fought back to trail by just four clinched the victory with a victory by nearly Bea Heratsch (free), Emily Walzl (free), — Glen Bolger points, as MVP led 47-43 after the freestyle a four-second margin. Every Gator girl re- Christine Rholl (free), Molly Cabral (back), events. lay won by at least 1.5 seconds. Sophia Passacantando (back), Julia Bolger Backstroke went the Riptides’ way by two Turning back to the individual events, the (back), Taylor Makin (breaststroke), Jayne Barracudas Set points (46-44), so the meet tightened to 91- balance in Division 5 was shown by the fact Orleans (breaststroke), Maddy Bolger Record Despite Loss 89 after two events. The Gators widened that the Gators only swept one event — the (breaststroke), Emma Jones (fly), and the lead back to four points by narrowly girls 11-12 50 freestyle. Led by Torie Bolger, Mollie Passacantando (fly),. The Gators In Division 9 action of the Northern Vir- winning breaststroke 46-44 to take a 137- Emily Walzl took second and Molly Cabral took second in 17 of the 38 individual ginia Swim League, the Hollin Meadows 133 lead. By now, the crowd was buzzing earned a close third to take all nine points. events. Barracudas lost to the Arlington Forest Ti- without need for vuvuzelas. Double winners included Nicholas Dupuis Third-place points were scored by Gus gers 220-182 in the first A-Meet of the 2010 The Riptides struck back by carrying but- (free and breaststroke), Dom Heratsch (free Leyden (free), Aidan Chadduck (free), season. The meet was held at the Arlington terfly by four points, (38-34), knotting the and fly), Sheridan Phalen (free and back), Andrei Zaitsev (back), Kevin Adams-Mardi Forest pool. The Barracudas were led by meet at 171 each. Cassidy Bayer (free and fly), Torie Bolger (free (back), Cyrus Adams-Mardi (back), Brian Kristine Stout, Andrew Hohman, Lexie And so the meet came down to the 12 and back), Holly Jansen (back and breast- McNamara (breaststroke), Nicolas See Swim Briefs, Page 25 Sports Briefs

camps for boys ages 7-16 will be held from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. skill based. The camp features include local college Mount Vernon Milers July 12-16 and July 26-30. coaches or players as guest speakers, camp shirts, writ- The Mount Vernon Milers running club meets at 8 a.m. ten evaluations, lectures and demonstrations of offen- on Sundays. The group usually meets along the Potomac sive and defensive strategies, daily competition and River, but the exact location is listed in an e-mail sent Summer Basketball Camp at awards, 3 on 3, and 5 on 5 league play. Lastly, conces- every Wednesday for the coming week. Distances vary Whitman Middle School sions will be sold daily throughout the day. Pizza will but runners can expect between four and eight miles. also be sold during lunch time. Campers will be respon- To join the Mount Vernon Milers, send Lee Britton an e- The Mark Vincent Annual Summer Basketball Camp will sible for their own lunch if they don’t order pizza. Staff mail at [email protected] to be put on the e-mail list. be held at Walt Whitman Middle School. The camp session members will consist of local high school coaches and will be held from July 19-23. Camp tuition is $200 per players. West Potomac Basketball camper. Camp hours are from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day ex- At this time, there is a $25 discount from all Fort Hunt cept on the last day; it will end at noon. Boys and girls members if RSVP by July 7. There is also a $10 discount Camps Approaching ages 7-15 are welcome to attend. Boys and girls campers for any referrals. Contact will be grouped in separate gyms. Campers will also be [email protected] for more in West Potomac will host three summer basketball grouped by age, size and skill level. There will a 10-1 camps. A co-ed skills camp will be held from 9 a.m.-3 camper to coach ratio. The camps are instructional and See Swim Briefs, Page 25 p.m. July 6-9 for girls and boys ages 7-16. Basketball

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Sports Briefs The Aces host the Baltimore Redbirds at 7 p.m. July 1. From Page 24 formation about referrals. In a RSVP request, include the campers name, shirt size, age, Wahoos Swim Team height and position. The Wahoos Swim Team Program offers youth ages 6-18 of all abilities the opportu- nity to develop their own potential. The Aces Win 3 of 5 Wahoos swim program will promote indi-

The Alexandria Aces have won three of vidual achievement and team camaraderie Submitted photo five games between June 21 and June 27, in an atmosphere of friendly competition. including a win over the second-place Developing and experienced swimmers Bethesda Big Train, moving their record to alike can refine their freestyle, breaststroke, 9-12 in the Cal Ripken Collegiate Baseball backstroke, butterfly, turns and starts with League. an experienced coaching staff. Swim meets Alexandria defeated the Southern Mary- are scheduled every Saturday morning from With a team made up mainly of middle schoolers, Mount Vernon Youth land Nationals twice (6-5, 2-1) and the Big mid-June through early August. Practices Athletic Association won the Fairfax County Girls Softball League 18U train, 2-1, during the stretch. for the participants are held beginning June division. They are, from left, (sitting) Carly Callahan, Brittany Creamer, Against Bethesda on June 24, Kyle 1 until the Alexandria City Schools are out Amber Sable, Susie Rhodes, Sarah Busch (standing) Karly Clayton, Zimmer (San Francisco) picked up the win for the summer break at Chinquapin Cen- Miranda Carroll, Emily Miller, Zoey Williams, Kelly Quigley, Taylor York, on the mound, allowing one run and three ter from 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. Monday-Friday. Jamie Barr. Team member missing from photo: Michelle Heinitz. hits over 6 2/3 innings. His ERA is 0.89 over Beginning June 28, the participants will 20 1/3 innings this season, good for fourth have the option of practicing at Chinqua- Swim Briefs in the league. pin Center from 7:15-9:15 a.m. or in the The Aces have there of the league’s top afternoons at Old Town Pool from 5:15 - From Page 24 1:00.73 set back in 1985 by Chris Laux, four batting average leaders. Nick Allen 6:15 p.m. The cost for the program for City Kroeger, Olivia Petretich, Charlie Costigan, Jason Gritzner, Ken Schwartz and Colin (George Mason) is hitting a league-best residents is $125 for the first child and $100 Camryn McNutt and Paul O’Hara all win- Crowther. O’Hara and Mattis both improved .393. Will Davis (Pennsylvania) is second for each additional swimmer. The non-resi- ners in both of their individual events. Other on records they already held from earlier at .368 and Rand Ravnaas (Georgetown) is dent fees are $150 for the first child and event winners included Mark Mattis and in the season with O’Hara swimming the fourth at .352. Ravnaas and Davis are tied $125 for each additional child. Swimmers Lydia Perkins. In addition to the winning 13-14 boys 50-meter freestyle in 25.96 sec- for second in home runs (2) and Davis (16) must be able to swim 25 meters continu- races, four team records were set during the onds and swimming the 13-14 boys 50- and Ravnaas (14) are first and second, re- ously. For more information on the clinics meet. The highlight was the 13-14 boys 100- meter butterfly in 29.50 seconds. Mattis spectively, in RBIs. or the summer basketball league, call the meter medley relay team of O’Hara, Hunter went 29.93 seconds in the 15-18 boys 50- On the mound, Max Knowles (North sports office at 703-746-5402 or visit the Aardema, Hohman and Ben Cermak who meter backstroke. The Barracudas’ next Carolina Wesleyan) leads the league in wins youth sports website at broke a 25-year-old team record with a time meet will be at home on July 3 against the (4) and strikeouts (30). www.alexandriava.gov/recreation. of 59.58 seconds. The previous record was Poplar Heights swim team starting at 9 a.m.

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