GREENBELT

News ReviewAn Independent Newspaper VOL. 69, No. 50 15 Crescent Rd., Suite 100, Greenbelt, MD 20770-1887 NOVEMBER 2, 2006

On the Ballot Governor and Senate Races Local Voter Registration In Greenbelt Spark Interest for Voters Is Heavily Democratic The following candidates by James Giese by Mary Moien are running for state of- fi ces: Many Greenbelt residents are of voters applying for absentee More than 11,600 Greenbelters Lake traditionally has the highest Governor/Lt. Governor looking forward to Wednesday, ballots, thereby creating a bal- are registered to vote next week. percentage of Democrats (72 per- (vote for one) November 8 when the air waves lot shortage as election offices This represents a six percent in- cent) but they also have had the Republican – Robert L. will no longer be flooded with failed to receive timely supplies crease from the last non-presiden- lowest turnout of the four pre- Ehrlich Jr., 48, of Annapolis, radio and television campaign ad- of additional ballots. Now some tial (midterm) election in 2002. cincts. Those voting at Greenbelt incumbent governor (J.D., vertisements. Until the Tuesday, pundits claim that voters can be This election may elicit more Elementary have had the lowest Wake Forest) and Kristen November Gubernatorial Election more assured of their votes being participation as a senate seat is percentage of Democrats (60 Cox, 36, of Rodgers Forge, is over, listeners and viewers will counted if they vote at their poll- open, there is a close election for percent). Secretary of the Maryland have to continue to put up with ing places. governor and voting for the fi rst The clout of Greenbelt East is Department of Disabilities a bombardment of commercials, While it is now too late to ap- elected school board in a number becoming more visible. That sec- (B.A., educational psychol- most of which are negative in ply for an absentee ballot to be of years. tion of the city represents almost ogy, certificate in special character. sent to a voter’s home, it is still In Greenbelt, Democrats con- 40 percent of those registered education, Brigham Young One issue facing voters has possible to cast an absentee bal- tinue to outnumber Republicans to vote. However, the center University) been whether to vote by absentee lot by going to the offi ces of the by a margin of fi ve to one. The city has two precincts – at the D e m o c r a t – M a r t i n ballot or at the polls. This year Board of Elections at Suite 108, majority of those registered to Greenbelt Community Center and O’Malley, 43, of Baltimore, Maryland law permits any regis- 16201 Trade Zone Avenue (off vote are Democrats (67 percent) at Greenbelt Elementary. Taken mayor of Baltimore, (J.D., tered voter to vote absentee, with Highway 301 south of Central compared to Republicans (13 together, the center city has about University of Baltimore) and or without a reason. Problems Avenue) in Upper Marlboro. percent). This breakdown was 43 percent of registered persons Anthony G. Brown, 44, of at the polls during the primary Senate Race virtually identical to the distribu- and Greenbelt West/Springhill Mitchellville, state delegate, election caused great consterna- The races causing the greatest tion in 2002. Lake has the remaining 19 per- lawyer, Iraq war veteran tion among many voters. The interest are those for Governor The small number of Liber- cent. (J.D., Harvard University) problems related primarily to get- and United States Senator. While tarians (19) is an increase of only Comparisons Green – Ed Boyd, 45, ting the voting machines started a recent Washington Post poll two in the four years. The Green Although Greenbelt is skewed of Baltimore, recruiter for in the morning and computerized indicated that the Democratic party has increased its number toward the Democratic party, it a temporary employment voter registration books. Once candidates were ahead in both from 54 to 85; however, this still is not as skewed as the county as agency and James Joseph in operation, the voting machines races, the Republican candidates represents only one percent of a whole. Three-quarters of regis- Madigan, 42, of Parkville, functioned well although a few and their supporters are working those registered in the city. tered voters in Prince George’s a lieutenant in the Maryland would reboot without cause (shut hard to achieve upset victories. The remainder of those reg- County are registered Democrats, Department of Corrections down and restart). For Governor, Democratic can- istered to vote are members of up from 72 percent in 2002. Populist – Christopher A number of politicians, most didate Martin O’Malley is being other parties or unaffi liated with This is a ratio of more than six A. Driscoll, 52, of Tako- notably Governor Robert Ehrlich, attacked for not doing enough a party (independents). These Democrats to every Republican. ma Park, state chair of the have urged voters in the upcom- to reduce the high crime rate fi gures are reported to be active Both the city’s and the county’s Populist Party and record- ing election to vote absentee. voters – that is, people who voted totals are very different from the ing secretary and member That resulted in record numbers in one of the last two presidential state totals. Urban counties differ of the board of directors of See INTEREST, page 6 elections. greatly from the more rural ones. Campaign for Fresh Air and Variation In the whole state of Maryland, Clean Politics, and Ed Roth- Non-Partisan School Board Although two-thirds of the 55 percent of registered voters stein 50, of Baltimore registered Greenbelters are Demo- are Democrats and 29 percent are Comptroller To Be Selected by Voters crats, there is variation within Republicans for a ratio of about (vote for one) the voting precincts. Springhill two to one. Republican – Anne M. by James Giese McCarthy, 48, of Balti- more, associate professor of A new elected county board from the Maryland Senate said Greenbelt Unoffi cialGreenbelt Voter RegistrationUnofficial Voter Registration Information Figure management. University of of education will be chosen at she originally filed because of Baltimore (Ph.D. strategic the November 7 election. On concern that there would not be Polling Place Democrat Republican Libertarian Green Constitution management, Purdue Uni- the ballot will be this nonpartisan enough qualifi ed candidates but 21-3 Community Center* 1788 398 6 33 2 versity) runoff election. Greenbelters will then announced her withdrawal 66% 15% <1% 1% <1% Democrat – Peter Fran- vote for candidates for all nine after learning of the large number 21-6 Greenbelt Elementary* 1322 415 4 38 0 chot, 58, of Takoma Park, positions on the school board. who originally filed and upon 60% 19% <1% 2% 0% business development con- There are now eight candi- failing to be endorsed by the sultant (J.D., Northwestern 21-8 SHL Elementary* 1592 166 2 4 0 dates remaining after the primary Prince George’s County Educators 72% 8% <1% <1% 0% University) election for the four at-large po- Association (PGCEA). However, sitions. At the primary election, she never formally withdrew from 21-13 Eleanor Roosevelt High* 3127 503 7 10 0 See CANDIDATES, page 6 voters only voted for a district the race and her announcement 70% 11% <1% <1% 0% candidate in which they resided, came too late to have her name Total Greenbelt* 7829 1482 19 85 2 District 1 in Greenbelt’s case. removed from the primary ballot. 67% 13% <1% 1% <1% However, in an effort to assure At the primary election, Lawlah Prince George's County** 320,957 48,463 345 592 54 that all school board candidates placed third. Then for a long 74% 11% <1% <1% <1% Where to Vote refl ect the interests of the county time she debated whether to be a General Election Day is as a whole, all voters will choose candidate or not, fi nally deciding State of Maryland** 1,706,325 902,034 4059 8023 495 Tuesday, November 7. Polls the district school board member to stay in the race. 55% 29% <1% <1% <1% will be open from 7 a.m. to for each of the fi ve districts. The Mickens-Murray lost her bid * As of October 17, 2006 8 p.m. at the four precincts primary narrowed the number of to be the district 3 candidate. ** As of August 31, 2006 which serve Greenbelt – candidates still running in each However, believing her support Note: Percentages may not add up to 100 due to rounding Greenbelt Community Cen- district to two. was stronger county-wide and Source: Prince George's County Board of Elections (city and county), State Board of Elections (state) ter (Precinct 3), 15 Crescent Those elected will replace having received favorable en- Road; Greenbelt Elemen- an appointed board which was dorsements, she decided to fi le as tary School (Precinct 6), 66 temporarily put in place by the a write-in candidate for district 3. Ridge Road; Springhill Lake Maryland legislature after the The Washington Post has contin- What Goes On Elementary School (Precint former elected board became, in ued to endorse her candidacy. For more detailed 8), 6060 Springhill Drive; its judgement, dysfunctional. With little information reach- Sunday, November 5 and Eleanor Roosevelt High Most voters will have little ing the average voter about the information on 1 to 5 p.m., Artful Afternoon, School (Precinct 13), 7601 knowledge on which to base qualifications of the candidates how to use the Community Center Hanover Parkway. their choices as the candidates for school board, many believe Tuesday, November 7 Any registered voter who have received little publicity and that endorsements will have a voting machines 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., General needs information about have had little opportunity to be- signifi cant impact on who may be and other election Election where to vote may call the come known to voters. The two elected. Of greatest controversy Friday, November 10 – Prince George’s County details see page 7. candidates receiving the greatest are the endorsements made by City and Greenbelt Homes Election Board at 301-430- press publicity are Gloria Lawlah the county’s Democratic Central offi ces closed in observance 8020. and current school board member Committee, which are expected to  Judy Mickens-Murray. Law- of Veterans Day. lah, who stepped down this year See SCHOOL BD., page 7 Page 2 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, November 2, 2006

At the Library Grin Belt Teen Read Week Letters to the Editor by Karen Seaton, info staff THANKS The Greenbelt Library is cel- ebrating Teen Read Week, a pro- I would like to thank the won- E.R.H.S. senior fi nancial assis- gram of the American Library derful Greenbelt residents who tance in the amount of $10,000 Association. Staff have organized came to the aid of my daughter ($2,500 per year for four years) a display of books of special in- on October 14. She crashed on and have been able to do this terest to teens. Also on display her bike in the parking lot of through private funds. To send are books related to personal St. Hugh’s after an inattentive a donation to the D.C.M.S.F., the fi nances in the adult section and driver backed over her bicycle address is D.C.M.S.F., P.O. Box Thanksgiving, the fall season and and damaged it. She is well on 761, Greenbelt, MD 20768. poetry in the children’s section. her way to healing and her bike “Raiders Helping Raiders!” The library has changed the was generously replaced by yet Douglas Mangum, time of the children’s book dis- another exceptional Greenbelt President cussion group to begin at 6:30 resident. ERHS Class of ’79 p.m. The new time seems to I wish I could remember all have increased attendance this of your names to thank you per- past month. Join in next Wednes- sonally – I know we introduced “Man of the Year” day for a discussion of “Kaya ourselves but my memory is Robin Williams plays a co- and Lone Dog.” New members totally blank. All I remember is median running for president as are always welcome to participate seeing my “baby” on the ground an independent. His platform in the program. The goal is to with her bike in a heap at her includes putting aside the “Red” encourage children to have fun side and a crowd of amazing, and the “Blue,” working together

with books. ©2006 CONATY AGNES caring people around her. I for the good of the constituents, For more information come would also like to thank the res- avoiding multi-billion campaigns into the library, call 301-345- cue squad personnel for keeping paid for by lobbyists and special “Election results may be delayed because your cousin 5800 or visit the website at www. my daughter calm throughout interests, blind adherence to par- chewed on the communication lines.” pgcmls.info. Renew books by the ordeal and taking such good ty guidelines (just now corpora- phone, online or in person. Up care of her. tions are switching party funding to 75 items may be borrowed All our gratitude. just a week before elections!) Kim and Sarah Paz I would have thought people with each library card. would flock to view this film, Coming events: On Screen that it would lead to animated Adult Book Discussion, Sap- Rest of the Story discussions. So far I am the phire’s “Push,” Wednesday, No- Stage Center, “The Queen” In defense of my shabby lit- only one I know who has seen it vember 15 at 7 p.m. tle reputation, I would like to and it has had an effect on me. Children’s Book Discussion, “The Queen,” at Old Greenbelt Theatre from Friday, No- point out that the full title of my As an independent for 40 years, “Bookids,” Janet Shaw’s “Kaya vember 3 focuses on the week that embroiled Queen Elizabeth poem published in “Echoes” and I have successfully avoided party and Lone Dog,” Wednesday, No- II (Helen Mirren) after Princess Diana died going on 10 years mentioned in last week’s News bickering, power struggle, char- vember 8 at 6:30 p.m. ago. Review is actually “A Love acter denigration and personality Story Times: The docudrama splices in video clips from that late summer Poem (In Case You Can’t Tell).” profi ling such as, “she acts that Tuesday November 7, 10:30 while tracking the reluctance of the Queen to recognize the Don’t want people thinking I’ve way because she is a Republican a.m.– Cuddletime for newborns death of her former daughter-in-law, as urged to do by Prime gone all sappy and soft. or “I don’t watch channel news to 17 months with caregiver, limit Minister Tony Blair (Michael Sheen). Mirren regally conveys a Collette Zanin because they are all Democrats.” 15 babies. full range of emotions and reactions primed by complex circum- By doing this I have been able Wednesday, November 8, Tod- stances, including her own underlying antipathy to Diana. At to focus on real issues, perceive dlertime, at 10:30 and repeated ’Swonderful the royal family’s Scottish retreat, will Elizabeth step forward the general good and focus on again at 11 a.m. For ages 18 to ’Smarvelous to have such and show compassion? Woven into the fi lm by director Stephen an attentive and knowledgeable candidates qualifi cations. 35 months with caregiver, limit So how will I vote this year 15 children. Frears are glints of British humor sparked by issues of class and readership! Thanks to Ann Bo- noblesse oblige. Rated PG-13 for mild profanity, the fi lm runs swell for setting me straight on after being inundated by dirty Thursday, November 9, 10:30 and disgusting campaign prac- a.m. Drop-in Storytime for ages 99 minutes. Gershwin’s classic! – Eli Flam Nicole DeWald tices? My friend says she is 3 to 5. Limit 20 children. not voting, but the vote is the Greatly Appreciated foundation of a democratic so- Oxford to Speak ciety. So, with eyes wide open On November 9 The friends and family of the for independent investigation Rebecca Oxford, professor of David Craig Memorial Scholar- of the truth, I will focus on the curriculum and instruction in the ship Fund would like to thank candidate’s actual performance College of Education, will present the G.T.A. (Greenbelt Tennis and qualifi cations for the good of Greenbelt a public lecture on her work enti- Association) for their generous the people and push the screen tled “Students in Crisis: Factors in and continuous fi nancial support. or whatever. Vote and make Failure, Resiliance and Success.” I personally wish to thank the yourself be heard. News Review The lecture will be held on G.T.A. leadership Bill Wilkerson, Glory K. Houck AN INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER Emmett Jordan and Sam Sain November 9 at 4 p.m. in the (Sam shared a fond memory Nyumburu Center on the Univer- 15 Crescent Road, Suite 100, Greenbelt, Maryland 20770-1887 sity of Maryland campus. Ox- of competing against David on [email protected] Astronomers, GSFC ford is one of six Maryland pro- these same tennis courts at the 301-474-4131 • FAX 301-474-5880 Braden field complex). Their Employees Rejoice fessors selected as Distinguished thoughtful and kind gesture does On Tuesday, October 31 NASA Scholar-Teachers who were hon- Alfred M. Skolnik, President, 1959-1977 not go unnoticed! Administrator Michael Griffi n an- ored at a Faculty and Staff Con- Elaine Skolnik, President, 1977-1985 I also give kudos to all the nounced plans to go ahead with vocation in September. Each has President Emeritus, 1985- been invited to present a lecture participants – without them there a fifth servicing mission to the Editor: Mary Lou Williamson 301-441-2662 would be no tournament. They Hubble Space Telescope. The at the University. Assistant Editor: Barbara Likowski 301-474-8483 keep David’s spirit alive and announcement was made during Oxford and fellow honoree News Editor: Elaine Skolnik 301-598-1805 well with their play and preserve a meeting with employees at Lindley Darden are Greenbelt Assistant to the Editor: Eileen Farnham 301-513-0482 residents. Darden’s lecture was his memory. To all our donors/ NASA’s Goddard Space Flight STAFF contributors, both organizational Center (GSFC). Goddard is the given last week. Anju Bawa, Jackie Bealle, Virginia Beauchamp, Judy Bell, Judi Bordeaux, Jessi Britton, Sharon and individual, the Craig family agency center responsible for Carroll, Agnes Conaty, Austin Conaty, Bill Cornett, Kay Cummings, Peter Curtis, Pat Davis, Frank thanks you, the Board of Di- managing the Hubble. DeBernado, A. Neil Deo, Carol Drees, Elizabeth Eny, Neal Ewen, Chris Farago, Eli Flam, Anne rectors thanks you and I thank Astronauts will use the space Gardner, Jon Gardner, Bernina McGee Giese, James Giese, Marjorie Gray, Eve Gresser, Carol you! shuttle to transport new instru- OLD GREENBELT Griffi th, Shirl Hayes, Solange Hess, Barbara Hopkins, Larry Hull, Kathie Jarva, Elizabeth Jay, Matt This scholarship outreach ments to Hubble along with gy- THEATRE Johnson, Cathy Jones, Ginny Jones, Suzanne Krofchik, Meta Lagerwerff, Pam Lambird, Sandra is recognized by the United ros, batteries and other devices Lange, Jim Lara, Eugenia Macarthy, Kathleen McFarland, Emma Mendoza, Kim Metzinger, Mary WEEK OF NOV. 3 Moien, Marat Moore, Esther Nguonly, Diane Oberg, Linda Paul, Leonie Penney, Eileen Peterson, Way Program #14153 (C.F.C.) crucial for the telescope’s con- Linda Siadys, Eileen Simon, Helen Sydavar, Joanne Tucker, Jean Turkiewicz, Thomas X. White, Combined Federal Campaign. tinued success through the year Marie Wong and Dea Zugby. The D.C.M.S.F is a nonprofit 2013. By the end of the upcom- THE QUEEN (PG-13) corporation and all gifts are ing servicing mission, Hubble will Friday BUSINESS MANAGER: Ron Wells 301-474-4131 tax deductible. We award one be at the peak of its capabilities. *5:15, 7:30, 9:45 CIRCULATION Core of Greenbelt: Ian Tuckman 301-459-5624 Saturday Springhill Lake: Karen Zoellner 301-474-1882 *12:45, *3, *5:15, 7:30, 9:45 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Corrections Sunday Eileen Farnham, president; James Giese, vice president; Diane Oberg, treasurer; Thomas X. White, secretary; Scary Halloween beings struck on last week’s Halloween *12:45, *3, *5:15, 7:30 Virginia Beauchamp, Judy Bell and Pat Davis. Happenings, page 8, incorrectly attributing the photo of Pep- Monday – Thursday DEADLINES: Letters, articles and ads—10 p.m. Tuesday. Materials for publication may per in witch costume to Pepper’s human companion instead *5:15, 7:30 be mailed to address above, deposited in our box in the Co-op grocery store (by 7 p.m. of the actual photographer, Tod Cornett. Tuesday) or brought to our offi ce in the Community Center, 15 Crescent Road, during In the Labor Day Parade photos on page 7 in the October *These shows at $5.00 offi ce hours. Mail subscriptions—$35/year. 19 issue, photo credit for the GreenBeLT Pride fl oat belongs 301-474-9744 • 301-474-9745 to photographer Andy Carruthers. 129 Centerway The News Review regrets the errors. www.pgtheatres.com Greenbelt Community Center at 15 Crescent Rd. OFFICE HOURS: Monday 2 - 4 p.m., Tuesday 2 - 4, 8 - 10 p.m. Thursday, November 2, 2006 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 3 MVA Closed Community Events Election Day The Motor Vehicle Admin- istration has announced that all New Year Exhibit Computer Club Poet at New Deal Special Star Party full service, express offi ces and Artwork Is Sought Meets Thursday On Friday, November 10, For Mercury Transit vehicle emissions stations will People who work, live, wor- The Green- the New Deal Café will host Beginning at 2:12 p.m. the be closed on Election Day, No- ship, study, make art, exhibit, belt Computer the Chris Chandler and David afternoon of Wednesday, Novem- vember 7. teach and/or recreate in Greenbelt Club will hold Roe Show. A performance poet, ber 8 an uncommon astronomical Online registration renewals are invited to submit artwork for its monthly Chandler is originally from Stone event will be visible from Green- and other eMVA options will a special gallery exhibition in m e e t i n g o n Mountain, Ga., and has been on belt. The planet Mercury will remain available, as always, at conjunction with the city’s annual Thursday, No- or around the stage his whole transit the Sun. A transit is an www.marylandmva.com. Greenbelt New Year celebration. vember 9 from life. Chandler’s performance event in which a planet crosses The exhibition, “Janus: Looking 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Greenbelt is steeped in the centuries of the visible disc of the Sun. This Slavic Food Festival Back, Looking Forward,” will Community Center, 15 Crescent tradition that defi ne theater, like transit will still be in progress be on display from December 2 Road in Room 202 (the Theater bards who roamed from village when the sun sets in Greenbelt. Sat. at St. Gregory St. Gregory of Nyssa Byzan- through January 15 in the Green- Rehearsal Room). All are wel- to village performing the art of The most recent Mercury tran- tine Catholic Church in Belts- belt Community Center Art Gal- come. storytelling. sit was in May of 2003; however, lery. A reception and memory Roe has logged millions of the next will not be until May ville will hold a Slavic food game tournament using cards GHI Notes touring miles from Singapore to 2016. So, if the weather cooper- festival and bake sale on Sat- created by community members Cape Cod playing songs from the ates, interested persons will not urday, November 11 from 10:30 Upcoming meetings and American South. He accompa- a.m. to 3 p.m. The festival will be held at the January 7 Art- events: want to miss this event. ful Afternoon. nies himself on keyboard, ukulele Since Mercury is both smaller will feature popular Eastern Eu- Tuesday, November 7, 8:30 and guitar. Roe’s childhood was ropean foods including holupki For the “Looking Back” a.m. – Ad Hoc Yard Line Com- and farther away than the planet component, people ages 6 to a mixture of deep-rooted family Venus, its image against the Sun (stuffed cabbage leaves), pirohi mittee meeting, GHI Library farm life in upstate New York (potato and cheese-filled dump- adult are invited to contribute 7 p.m. – Member & Commu- is much smaller than that of Ve- an image relating to a memory and a nomadic military life. He nus, which transited in June of lings), halushki (homemade nity Relations Committee, Lunch started playing piano at age 6 dumplings with sweet cabbage) of personal signifi cance. A se- Room 2004. Thus, observers will need lection of these pieces will be and guitar at age 11. In the a telescope to view the transit. and kolbasi served with sauer- 7 p.m. – SDP Committee Wa- mid-1970s he began playing in kraut. Food will be available displayed and used to create a ter & Land Use meeting, Board Any telescope used to observe memory card game. New Orleans. Roe has played this transit – or the Sun at any for eat-in or carry-out. Room and sung and composed ever The featured item at the To get people “Looking For- Wednesday, November 8, 7 time – must be equipped with a ward” at the start of 2007, peo- since, including three years with special solar fi lter; otherwise the bake sale is kolachi, a home- p.m. – SDP Committee Energy Garrison Keillor’s Prairie Home made bread filled with walnuts, ple ages 13 to adult are asked Work Group meeting, Reception observer risks damaging his or to design artwork for display Companion show. her vision to the point of blind- poppyseed, apricot, raspberry or Area lekvar (prune). In addition to and reproduction as part of an 7 p.m. – Woodlands Commit- ness! Although optical aid will original fortune-telling game be necessary to view this transit, the kolachi, there will be an ar- tee meeting, Lunch Room City Notes ray of cakes, pies, cookies and deck. Let imagination be the 7:30 p.m. – Companion Ani- The facilities maintenance it should be noted that even naked muse in depicting traditional eye observations (i.e., those made other sweet delicacies available mal Committee meeting, GHI crew continued to trace wires at the bake sale. arcana such as “The Fool,” Library and remove abandoned under- without any optical aid, such as “Wheel of Fortune,” “The Ma- binoculars or telescopes) of the St. Gregory’s is located at 7:30 p.m. – Architecture & ground cables and other electri- 12420 Old Gunpowder Road gician” or other invented char- sun should be done with spe- Environment Committee meeting, cal equipment in the basement of Spur in Beltsville. From Old acters and symbols. Humor is cial solar fi lters in order to avoid Board Room Roosevelt Center that had made Gunpowder Road, turn right encouraged but not required. blindness or other eye damage. Thursday, November 9, 6 p.m. troubleshooting problems at the on Sinope Way and then left Artwork is requested by No- Unless the skies are hope- – Investment Committee meeting, theater time-consuming and com- at Old Gunpowder Road Spur. vember 17. Do not be dis- lessly cloudy, members of the Board Room plicated. Plenty of free parking is avail- couraged by the short deadline Astronomical Society of Green- 7 p.m. – Finance Committee The recreation department re- able. For more information – participation can be as simple belt will be at the ballfi elds on meeting, Board Room ports that work on the skate park call 301-552-2434 or visit the as making art out of a 4” x 6” Northway Extended with solar Friday, November 10 – Veter- continues. Fine grading and website at www.stgregoryof- index card. Late entries will be fi lter-equipped telescopes to view ans Day Observance, GHI offi ces installation of forms is almost nyssa.net. accepted through December 15 closed complete. Installation of rebar this event. All are welcome to as space permits. Saturday, November 11, 10 in the “bowls” began this week. attend and there is no charge. Those interested or in- a.m. to noon – Woodlands Rain Depending on weather and a suc- trigued are asked to contact Garden Workshop, GHI Adminis- cessful inspection by the county, Golden Age Club Art Intern Kim Ottinger at tration Building shot-crete on the bowls will begin by Bunny Fitzgerald [email protected] for this week. The Golden Age Club en- Academy 8 details on the show and how to Collecting Donationa joyed a Chinese Auction at the Theatres submit artwork. Legion Calls Public To Visit Schools The Community Center be- last meeting. It was lots of fun Beltway Plaza Mall gan accepting donations of sup- Center Court Greenbelt’s American Legion and raised money for the club. Blood Pressure plies for Greenbelt’s homeless Auxiliary Unit #136 has an- Thanks to Ellie Rimar for direct- 301-220-1155 residents in conjunction with Screening Wed. nounced plans for participation ing the activity. All shows starting before 6 p.m. the current exhibition at the Art Potomac Home Support, Inc., in the observance of American Betty Richardson will be the Are ONLY $5.00 Gallery. Items being accepted a Greenbelt preferred provid- Education week November 12 speaker on November 8. She R = ID Required on behalf of the StreetLights of er, will offer free blood pres- to 18. This year’s theme “Great is liaison for the seniors in the (!) = No pass, No Discount Ticket Bethany Ministry based at the sure screenings in Greenbelt on Public Schools: A Basic Right county. November 15 will be the Greenbelt Baptist Church include: Week of November 3 Wednesday, November 8 from and Our Responsibility,” refl ects birthday pot luck luncheon. bus passes; gift cards, especially 10 a.m. to noon. The screenings years of concern and interest by Enjoy the beautiful fall col- FRI. – SUN. for grocery stores which do not Santa Claus 3, G, (!) will be available at the Greenbelt the American Legion and other ors and invite a friend to come carry alcoholic beverages; warm 12:30, 2:40, 5, 7:40, 10 Community Center at 15 Cres- professional groups. with you to Golden Age Club blankets; thermoses; sturdy plas- Flushed Away, PG, (!) cent Road, in the Senior Lounge Greenbelt Unit #136 will meetings. We love having new 12:40, 3, 5:20, 7:30, 9:50 tic bowls and cutlery; and new (Room 111). express thanks to the teachers members and it’s nice seeing all Saw III, R, (!) packaged underwear (men’s and From 1 to 3 p.m. they will be at local schools by deliver- our old ones, too. 12:20, 2:45, 5:15, 7:45,10:30 women’s). Donations will be doing blood pressure screenings ing baskets of apples and a The Departed, R accepted through the close of the 12:20, 4, 7, 10 at Green Ridge House, 22 Ridge poem of appreciation, thank Road – for residents only. exhibition on November 26. The Grudge 2, PG-13 you cards with McDonald’s gift 7:30, 10:15 certifi cates in them and book- Postal Unit The Marine, PG-13 Astronomical Society marks encouraging students to 12:30, 2:50, 5 Is Now Open MON. – TUES. Star Party Sunday read. Throughout the year pub- Veterans’ Day Limited postal lications encouraging patriotism, Santa Claus 3, G, (!) The Astro- services are 12:30, 2:40, 5, 7:40 nomical Soci- civic pride and scholarships will Service Saturday, November 11 now available Flushed Away, PG, (!) ety of Greenbelt be distributed to schools and the in the Mu- 12:40, 3, 5:20, 7:30 will host a side- public library. 10 a.m. nicipal Building Saw III, R, (!) walk astronomy American Education Week is in front of the War Memorial 12:20, 2:45, 5:15, 7:45 Tuesday through Satur- The Departed, R star party on not just for parents and educa- on Centerway day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. tors: it’s for everyone. It is in Roosevelt Center 12:20, 4, 7 November 5 at Roosevelt Center The Grudge 2, PG-13 near the New Deal Café. Mem- each person’s duty and responsi- 7:30 bers of the society will begin set- bility to see that all children are The Marine, PG-13 ting up to view celestial objects prepared to take up the roles of 12:30, 2:50, 5 at approximately 5:30 p.m. In citizens and leaders in the years WED. – THURS. the event of rain or hopelessly to come. CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY CAMP Santa Claus 3, G, (!) cloudy skies the event will be The auxiliary urges all res- Reading, Math, Science 5, 7:40 cancelled without further notice. idents of Greenbelt to sup- Flushed Away, PG, (!) port the city’s local schools, 5:20, 7:30 Information about other events School Break December 26 to 29 Saw III, R, (!) can be found on the society web- to reaffirm their commitment Mowatt Memorial United Methodist Church 5:15, 7:45 site at http://www.greenbeltastro. to improving and supporting 40 Ridge Road, Greenbelt The Departed, R education at all levels and to org/events-shtml. Grades 1 to 4 for 12 children only $100.00 4:45, 7:40 Have a telescope but not sure translate this commitment into The Grudge 2, PG-13 how to use it? Bring it along action by visiting Greenbelt 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; before and after care 7-6 p.m. 7:30 schools during American Educa- Call Betty Kolbe 301-577-4673 The Marine, PG-13 – society members will offer as- 5 sistance to help people become tion Week. for registration and info successful amateur astronomers. Page 4 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, November 2, 2006 Choruses Perform Obituaries At Smith Center The UM Men’s and Women’s Choruses, Philip Silvey and Ste- Robert Sumpter phen Holmes, music directors, Catholic Robert Paul Sumpter, 54, of present a free concert on Sunday, Community Greenbelt, died of cancer October First International Festival November 12 at 3 p.m. This of Greenbelt 24, 2006, at Doctors Commu- performance will take place in nity Hospital in Lanham after a Concludes this Weekend Dekelboum Concert Hall of the MASS lengthy illness. Clarice Smith Performing Arts Sundays 10 A.M. Mr. Sumpter was born April by Konrad Herling Center. 13, 1952, in Washington, D.C., Municipal Building and was a Navy veteran of the There’s a new sign at City one of the Washington area’s top Vietnam era. He was a salesman Hall that says, “Welcome . . . . We instructors, will be there to get us with Eastern Supply in Hyatts- are building an inclusive com- all started and the refreshments ville. munity.” Greenbelt’s fi rst inter- will have a Latin fl avor as well. Mowatt Memorial United Methodist Church A Washington Redskins fan, he national cultural festival, which Second, on Sunday, No- 40 Ridge Road, Greenbelt also enjoyed sports and collecting concludes with two events this vember 5 at 3 p.m., also at the www.greenbeltumc.org 301-474-9410 coins and hats. weekend, reflects that commit- Community Center, as part of Rev. Dr. Paul C. Kim, Pastor Surviving are his wife, Chris- ment. the city’s “Artful Afternoon,” Sunday School 9:45 am Worship Service 11:00 am tine Sumpter; two daughters, First, this Saturday, November award-winning storyteller, Dovie Prayer Meeting Wed. 6:45 pm Melissa Sumpter of Greenbelt 4 from 5 to 9 pm, a community Thomason Sickles, will bring Crossways Bible Study Tues. 7:30 pm Thurs. 10:30 am and Stephanie Sumpter of Mount dance at the Greenbelt Commu- all listeners back to an earlier Handicapped Accessible Come As You Are! Vernon, N.Y.; two brothers, John nity Center, including dance les- time through her recollection of Sumpter, Sr., of Crofton and Da- sons, will bring the Latin rhythm Kiowa Apache and Lakota tales, vid W. Sumpter of Arlington, Va.; and beat of Salsa music featuring especially those told to her by one sister, Linda Ivy of Greenbelt; two talented groups. Instruc- her Grandma Dovie and her Dad. Paint Branch Unitarian Universalist Church and one grandchild. tion will be offered. The event From their voices, she fi rst heard 3215 Powder Mill Road, Beltsville/Adelphi will take place in the gym at the the voices of the Animal People Phone: 301-937-3666 www.pbuuc.org Greenbelt Community Center and and began to learn the lessons Welcomes you to our open, nurturing community is the result of hard working vol- they had to teach her. These November 5, 10 a.m. unteer committee members (Sam were teaching stories that took “Great Moments in Universalism: Young Hosea Ballou Convert!” Rodriguez, Barbara and Chris the place of punishment or scold- by Jaco B. ten Hove, co-minister Logan, Fatima Cardoso, Keith ing, showing her the values that with Jim Flaherty, worship associates Gendreau, Barbara Simon, Phebe her people respect and wanted – Barbara W. and Jaco B. ten Hove, co-ministers Greenbelters were saddened to Ndam, Edith Beauchamp, Char- to pass on to her. What can we hear of the death of Robert Paul lene Lagerwerff and Konrad Her- learn from her stories? They will Sumpter on October 24, 2006, at ling), the Greenbelt Arts Center, provide a clearer understanding HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH Doctors Hospital. Our sympathy the New Deal Café and the city’s of the often misunderstood, often 6905 Greenbelt Road • 301-345-5111 to his wife Christine and family Recreation Department and spon- invisible, cultures of the First Na- and to his sister Linda Ivy. sorship from Friends of the New tions of North America. Sunday 8 am Worship Service Deal Café Arts (FONDCA). Both events should broaden Welcome to Carol Mealey, 9:15 am Sunday School/Bible Study Salsa music and dance from our understanding of diverse cul- new offi ce associate at the Com- 10:30 am Worship Service munity Center. Latin America will be presented tures expressed through music, Greenbelt artist Elizabeth Mo- by Las Mambo Mami Dancers, dance, and oral traditions. The risette will be one of 30 local who have performed in Miami festival gives all Greenbelters artists and artisans featured in the and Chicago and Cuban Salsa an opportunity to share common “FOLK ART: Tradition and Inno- Dancing, featuring the group experiences while being enriched vations Exhibition” at the Gallery “Saoco” which has performed by its diversity. Fax 301-220-0694 • E-mail [email protected] at the Arts/Harmony Hall Re- in New York. The event will For information call 301-345- gional Center, 10701 Livingston include more than just the talents 9369. Tickets are available at Road in Fort Washington from of these two groups. Earl Rush, the door. ST. HUGH OF GRENOBLE CATHOLIC CHURCH November 2 to December 31. 135Bible Crescent Study Road, Greenbelt, & Worship MD 20770 An artists’ reception and juror’s 301-474-4322 talk will take place on Saturday, November 4 from 2 to 4 p.m. Mass Schedule: The event is free and open to the SundayEvery 8:00, Sunday 9:30, 11:00 a.m. public. 9:00 a.m. Bible Saturday Study 9:00 10:00 a.m., a.m.5:00 Worshipp.m. Artists who live or work in Daily Mass: 7:15 a.m. Prince George’s County created Greenbelt Rec Center 16 Crescent Road Sunday School: 9:30 am Sacrament of Penance: Saturday 3:45-4:45 p.m. the exhibit’s 50 objects. Worship Service: 10:45 am Printmaker Margo Humphrey, Pastor:Oc t oFr.be rWalter 1 Serm J.on Tappe: as awards judge, will select artists Weds. Worship: 7:00 pm Pastoral Associate: Fr. R. Scott Hurd for up to $1,000 in cash awards. (Adult Bible Study/Prayer & Children's Ministry) “Abusing and Misusing the Lord’s Supper” Those awards and a purchase Helping People Connect with Christ and His Family through Loving Service award by the Prince George’s Pastor Lou Redd Arts Council will be announced Greenbelt Community(410)340-8242 Church in the gallery on Saturday, De- UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST cember 2 at 1 p.m. Humphrey …living life together will be present to show and speak Hillside & Crescent Roads about the infl uences of folk art Phone: 301-474-6171 mornings on her recent work, a tribute to www.greenbelt.com/gccucc/ African American music culture Sunday Worship of the 1950s. . 10:15 a.m. Gallery hours at Arts/Harmony Daniel Hamlin, Pastor Hall are Monday through Thurs- "A church of the open mind, the warm heart, day from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday the aspiring soul, and the social vision..." from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Satur- day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Joe and Julie Polanin and fam- ily of Rosewood Drive are the subjects of a story about autism in the November issue of Wash- ingtonian Magazine, on news- stands now. What Who is Allah? Baha'i Faith is Islam? "Allah" is the Arabic word for Bible Study & Worship "The Great Being saith: "God." The same God that Moses Blessed and happy is he in Hebrew called "Alaha" and Jesus that ariseth to promote the 9:30 “Good Morning!!” Coffee and Snacks in Aramaic called "Aloha." The Arabic best interests of the peoples 10:00 a.m. Bible Study 11:00 a.m. Worship and kindreds of the earth." translation of the bible used the word "Allah" for God, The – Bahá'u'lláh Father in heaven. In the Qur'an He describes Himself this Greenbelt RecGreenbelt Center Youth 16 Center Crescent Road way. "Say: He is God, the One and Only. God the Eternal, 99 Centerway Absolute. He begetteth not, nor is He begotten. And there October 8 Se November: “”He y 5, H Sermon:ey, I’m A ver?” is none like unto Him." –The Holy Quran 112:1-4 The Most Meaningful Memorial in the world Greenbelt Baha’i Community Pastor Lou Redd P.O. Box 245 To fi nd out more about Islam, call 301-982-9463 or e-mail Pastor Lou Redd Greenbelt, MD 20770 (410)340-8242 301-345-2918 301-220-3160 us at [email protected] or visit the website www.se- 301-474-4499 410-340-8242 (cell) archislam.org. www.bahai.org www.us.bahai.org …living life together Thursday, November 2, 2006 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 5 Marietta Presents 19th Century Songs Marietta House Museum pres- Marietta House Museum is ents “An Afternoon of Mid-19th located at 5626 Bell Station Road Century Songs” on Sunday, No- in Glenn Dale, off of Route 193 vember 12 at 4 p.m. There will and just north of Route 450/An- City Information be a live musical performance in napolis Road. For more informa- the parlor featuring vocalist Hen- tion call 301-464-5291, TTY 301- ry Wixon. Light refreshments 699-2544 or visit www.pgparks. GREENBELT RESIDENTS CAN NOW HOLIDAY will be served. Reservations are com. Sign language interpreters REGISTER FOR GREENBELT ALERT! SIGN UP required; there is a fee. are available with 72 hours notice. SCHEDULE FOR THIS FREE TEXT BASED EMERGENCY City Offi ces will be closed ALERT SYSTEM Friday, November 10th, in Maryland Opera Society Greenbelt ALERT is a text based emergency communications observance of Veterans Day. AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS system for Greenbelt residents. City offi cials will use it to send The GREENBELT CONNEC- & AMERICAN DANCE ARTISTS out important messages to email accounts, cell phones, pagers TION will not be operating. REFUSE/RECYCLING Nov. 10, 8 p.m.; Nov. 12, 3 p.m. and other wireless devices in case of a possible emergency. collection will be on regular Bowie Center for Perf. Arts http://alert.greenbeltmd.gov schedule Monday thru Info. and Tickets: 301-262-2158 for more information or to sign up for this free, voluntary service. Thursday. VISA/MC Accepted There will be no appliance or yard waste collections AN ARTFUL AFTERNOON on Friday, November 10th. Tabletop Tree Workshop Sunday, November 5, 1:00-5:00pm Build and decorate a 12” boxwood tree! An instructor from Wood’s VACANCIES ON BOARDS Florists will bring materials and tools. Craft a delightful holiday center- Greenbelt Community Center piece – and bring a loved one for a fun afternoon together! 1-3pm: Re-Create Your Universe. Join Artist in Resi- & COMMITTEES Volunteer to serve on City December 2, 1 to 3 p.m. at Old Parish House dence in creating your own planet and universe from 4711 Knox Road, College Park Council advisory groups. Vacancies exist on the: Register by November 15 by sending a check for $25 recycled lids with Artist in Residence Elizabeth Mor- Arts Advisory Board to College Park Arts Exchange, risette. Advisory Committeee on PO Box 784, College Park, MD 20740 3pm: Internationally aclaimed storyteller Dovie Thoma- Education CPAE: “Connecting People through Arts Experiences” son presents “Native Voices.” Public Safety Advisory 301-927-3013 – [email protected] 2-4pm: Artist Reception for the new show “Almost Committee Youth Advisory Committee Home: Photography by Christopher Anderson.” (youth and adult positions) For more information, Branchville V.F.C. Costume Contest and Parade please call 301-474-8000. GREENBELT The Greenbelt Recreation Department held its annual MUNICIPAL/PUBLIC Costume Contest and Parade on Friday, October 27. The ini- BINGO tial plan was to have the parade around Roosevelt Center, as ACCESS CHANNEL 71 $1,000 Jackpot it was in the previous year, with candy being distributed by M U N I C I PA L A C C E S S : participating merchants. However, due to the uncooperative 301-474-8000: Tuesday & $250 $500 $1,000 Super Seven rainy weather, it was relocated into the Youth Center build- Thursday, November 7 & 9: ing. Despite the poor weather, a good-sized crowd of around 10am & 6pm “Ask the Expert,” 200 people packed into the Youth Center gymnasium for the 6:30pm ACE Reading Club, 7:00pm: Greenbelt Labor Day *NON-SMOKING* event. Amongst the crowd were numerous creative costumes. At the conclusion of the parade, the winners were announced Festival presents “Peter Tork Free Food and Drinks and Rich Potter provided entertainment with his “comedy, jug- and Shoe Suede Blues.” gling, and other disasters” routine. The following were the PUBLIC ACCESS (GATE): Monday: doors open 11 a.m., starts 12:15 p.m. winners from each category: 301-507-6581: Wednesday & Monday & Friday: doors open 5:45 p.m., starts 7 p.m. Friday, November 8 & 10: 7pm “Lady Windermere’s Fan,” Sunday: doors open 3:45 p.m., starts 5 p.m. 18 mo. & Under Zander Frey Turtle 9:15pm: “Today’s Bowhunter- 1.5 – 3 Years Azelle Moleros-Ahearn Terrible 2 Black Bear.” 4905 Branchville Rd., College Park 4 – 5 Years Amelia Komisar-Bury Tooth Fairy 6 – 7 Years Justin Mooney Greenbelt Road INVITATION TO BID BINGO HOT LINE 301-982-3317 8 – 9 Years Barbara Turnbull Pocahontas The City of Greenbelt, Maryland, 10 -12 Years Allison Thompson Lucille Ball invites sealed bids for furnishing Family Laura Holman (mother) Monkey In a Tree the following: Tatiana Malialani Isabella (daughter) 2-Ton Dump Truck This equipment is to be delivered to the Department of Public Works, The Greenbelt Recreation Department would like to thank 555 Crescent Road, Greenbelt, MD Generous Joe’s, Realty One, The Mini Mart, New Deal Café, 20770. Interested bidders may pick Greenbelt Cleaners, Mary’s Place, Pleasant Touch, and Ma- up a bid specifi cations package for ria’s Beauty Shop for their willingness to participate in the Bid 2006-6 at: City of Greenbelt event had it been held at Roosevelt Center. A special thanks to Finance Offi ce, 25 Crescent Curves, Greenbelt Federal Credit Union, Co-op Supermarket, Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 and Maria’s Beauty Shop for sending representatives to dis- Please call the Department of Pub- tribute candy inside the Youth Center. lic Works at (301) 474-8004 re- NOV. 11, 2006 garding bid submission questions. See page 12 for a collection of photographs from the parade. Bids must be RECEIVED no later than 11/16/06 at 10:00 a.m. Bids will be opened publicly at 10:10 Visit www.greenbeltmd.gov for City Information. a.m. on 11/16/06. 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Stores sell thousands of products made from or packaged in recycled materials. Read the labels – look for the highest percentage of recycled content you can fi nd. Visit the RECYCLING DISPLAY AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER throughout OCTO- BER and learn more about RECYCLING IN GREENBELT. Enter the America Recycles 2006 Contest online at: www.americarecyclesday.org. By pledging to recycle and to buy recycled content products, you will be eligible to win national prizes: Adult: 7-night Alaskan Cruise for two Youth: TREK 24-Speed Bicycles All entries due by November 15th. Page 6 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, November 2, 2006 CANDIDATES continued from page 1 INTEREST continued from page 1 Attorney General State’s Attorney Nate Thomas, 25, of Suitland, in Baltimore City as that city’s and has a sister with multiple (vote for one) (vote for one) director of planning, Community mayor. In a televised debate, in- sclerosis who could benefi t from Republican – Scott L. Rolle, Democrat – Glenn F. Ivey, 45, Teachers Institute, former county cumbent Governor Robert Ehrlich such research but the Cardin 45, of Frederick, FBI, National of Cheverly, incumbent state’s teacher (M.A. education adminis- accused him of unlawful arrests forces contend that Steele only Law Institute, Frederick County attorney (J.D., Harvard Law tration, Trinity University) of thousands of persons and ne- supports the highly restricted State’s Attorney, captain in U.S. School) Ron Watson, 40, of Upper glecting the city’s low performing research now permitted by the Army Reserve (J.D., Ohio North- Clerk of the Circuit Court Marlboro, principal of MCR LLC schools. O’Malley noted that Bush administration. ern University) (vote for one) (Ph.D. in engineering, Bingham- under his leadership murder rates Cardin’s main thrust has been Democrat – Douglas F. Democrat – Peggy Magee, 55, ton University) had fallen and school test scores to ally Steele with President Gansler, 43, of Chevy Chase, of Upper Marlboro, executive di- Board of Education had improved. George W. Bush and his pro- Montgomery County State’s At- rector of Prince George’s County – District 001 (vote for one) On the other hand, Ehrlich is grams, particularly the Iraq War torney, (J.D., University of Vir- Human Relations Commission Rosalind Johnson, 61, of being faulted for sharp increases which Cardin has always op- ginia) (J.D., Catholic University; cer- Laurel, retired teacher in Prince in Maryland university tuition posed. Steele’s ads minimize U.S. Senate tified public manager, George George’s County (B.A., Span- fees. While claiming to be op- that he is a Republican and claim (vote for one) Washington University) ish and French, Morgan State posed to raising taxes, he was that he will bring a fresh face to Republican – Michael S. Register of Wills University, graduate studies at involved in raising state prop- Washington who is not a part of Steele, 47, of Largo, incumbent (vote for one) University of Maryland and Hood erty taxes and also raised fees on the existing political establishment lieutenant governor of Maryland, Democrat – Cereta A. Lee, 57, College) vehicle registrations and sewer that includes Cardin, a long time (J.D., Georgetown University) Glenn Dale, executive assistant to Robin Barnes Shell, 44, of service. At the debate, O’Malley Congressman from Baltimore. Democrat – Benjamin L. sheriff (A.A. in business adminis- Glenn Dale, ombudsman in How- contended that while Ehrlich touts Kevin Zeese of Takoma Park Cardin, 62, of Baltimore, U.S. tration, Strayer University) ard County public school system, tax cuts, investments in education will be on the ballot as the Green Congressman (J.D., University of Judge of the Orphan’s Court attorney-mediator in Maryland and a commitment to the environ- party candidate. He also has the Maryland) (vote for no more than three) District Court (J.D, Georgetown ment in election years, his record endorsement of the Populists and Green – Kevin Zeese, 51, of Republican – Carol D. John- University, M.A. counseling, Cap- as governor is starkly different. the Libertarian parties. Takoma Park, director of the anti- son, 53, of District Heights, spe- ital Bible Seminary) Ehrlich’s running mate for the Other State Offi ces war group, Democracy Rising cial events coordinator (course Board of Education office of Lieutenant Governor Democrats are expected to U.S. (J.D., George Washington on introduction to computers at – District 002 (vote for one) is Kristen Cox, a blind woman handily win the other statewide University) Prince George’s Community Col- Heather Iliff, 36, of College who is currently the secretary of offi ces on the ballot. Peter Fran- Representative in Congress lege) Park, deputy director of educa- the Maryland Department of Dis- chot, a Montgomery County poli- – District 5 (vote for one) Democrat – Wendy Alise tion for Alliance for Nonprofit abilities, a state agency created tician and business consultant, Democrat – Steny H. Hoyer, Cartwright, 41, of Mitchellville, Management and chair of College by Ehrlich. O’Malley’s running successfully beat out incumbent 67, of Mechanicsville, incumbent incumbent chief judge of the Park Educational Advisory com- mate is Anthony G. Brown, a William Donald Schaefer, ending House member (J.D., Georgetown Orphan’s Court and principal mittee (M.A, in political science, lawyer and member of the House his long political career that also University) lawyer in Wendy A. Cartwright Central European University) of Delegates from Mitchellville in included mayor of Baltimore City Green – Steve Warner, 41, of & Associates PC (J.D., University Amber Waller, 58, of Hyatts- Prince George’s County. and governor and Anne Arundel California,, employed by a St. of Maryland) ville, parent, PTA past president, The Green and Populist parties County Executive Janet Owens Mary’s County development fi rm Democrat – Athena Malloy Democrat Central Committee (un- will have candidate names on the in the primary election to become (B.S. in construction management Groves, 38, Upper Marlboro, dergraduate college courses) ballot. Neither party is expected the Democratic candidate. He and engineering, Arizona State lawyer at Malloy Groves LLC Board of Education to obtain a signifi cant vote count. now faces Anne McCarthy who University) (J.D., North Carolina Central – District 003 (Vote for one) Ed Boyd of Baltimore and James was an associate professor of Maryland Senate – District 22 University) Pat Fletcher, 56, of Landover, Joseph Madigan of Parkville are management at the University of (vote for one) Democrat – Vicky L. Ivory- civic activist, union organizer the Green candidates and Christo- Baltimore. Democrat – Paul G. Pinsky, Orem, 48, Bowie/Mitchellville, and president, former PTSA vice- pher A. Driscoll of Takoma Park Doug Gansler, Montgomery 56, of University Park, incum- lawyer in private practice and president, Democrat Central Com- and Ed Rothstein of Baltimore County State’s Attorney, capital- bent Maryland senator, (M.A. in owner of Realty Title and Settle- mittee represent the Populists. ized on his national fame as a education, George Washington ments (J.D., University of Bal- Regina L. Williams, 44, of U.S. Senate prosecutor of the two serial snip- University) timore) Landover, former PTSA president Although the Washington Post ers to become the Democratic House of Delegates – District 22 Sheriff (vote for one) and school advocate for equal poll shows Democratic candidate candidate. He now faces Scott (vote for no more than three) Democrat – Michael A. Jack- education Congressman Ben Cardin with a Rolle who is the State’s Attorney Democrat – Tawanna P. son, incumbent sheriff Board of Education good lead over Republican candi- in Frederick County. Gaines, 54, of Berwyn Heights, – District 004 (Vote for one) date Lieutenant Governor Michael Greenbelt residents, as a part incumbent delegate and coordi- The following candidates are Steven Morris, 55, of Fort Steele, two recent events could of the Fifth Congressional Dis- nator at University of Maryland running for seats on the school Washington, education admin- cause some voters to change their trict, will choose between the at College Park (undergraduate board. This is a non-partisan istrator and consultant and for- minds, making fi nal results more district’s long time Congressman coursework at District of Colum- election. mer teacher for 18 years (M.A. of a tossup. On Monday, a group Steny Hoyer, who is now minor- bia Teachers College) Board of Education At-Large [equivalent-APC] in education of Prince George’s County promi- ity whip in the Congress and a Democrat – Anne Healey, 55, (vote for no more than four) supervision/management) nent politicians endorsed Steele, Green party candidate unknown, of Hyattsville Hills, incumbent Donna Hathaway Beck, 50, Linda T. Thomas, 52, of Lar- a black, over Cardin, a white, Steve Warner. No Republican delegate and freelance writer Upper Marlboro, help desk ana- go, educational consultant; former as a protest over the Democratic chose to challenge the ever popu- (M.A. in English, Catholic Uni- lyst for U.S. Census Bureau, PTA principal of magnet, charter and party failing to nominate a black lar Hoyer. versity of America) activist (A.A., business, Mesa environmental schools; Depart- candidate to a major offi ce (even Another candidate sailing into Democrat – Justin David Ross, [Ariz.] Community College) ment of Defense teacher; dean of though Brown, a black, is running reelection is the Maryland sena- 30, of Greenbelt, incumbent del- Alicia Darensbourg, 38, of students and Department of Edu- for lieutenant governor). Kweisi tor who represents District 22 in egate and associate broker at NAI Clinton, self-employed project cation program specialist (M.S, Mfume, a black, was defeated by which Greenbelt is located, Paul Michael Cos. (B.A. in govern- management and evaluation con- and M.A. degrees) Cardin in the statewide primary Pinsky. Also unchallenged now ment and politics, University of sultant (Ed.D., education policy Board of Education election. Included in the group that the primary is over are the Maryland) and administration, George Wash- – District 005 (Vote for one) of black Democrats supporting three incumbent delegates from ington University) Katie Costello, 50, of Bowie, Steele is former county executive District 22, Tawanna Gaines, The following candidates are Jeana Jacobs, 39, of Mitchell- attorney with federal govern- Wayne Curry and four members Anne Healey and Justin Ross. running for county offi ces: ville, division chief, Department ment and formerly with Prince of the Prince George’s county County Offi ces County Executive of Corrections; lawyer; hearing George’s County (J.D., University council. In normal state contests, There will be only one Repub- (vote for one) examiner for Board of Education; of Maryland) the Democrats rely heavily upon lican challenger for all the county Democrat – Jack Johnson, adjunct professor at University Owen Johnson, Jr., 60, of the black vote in Prince George’s offices that will appear on the 57, of Mitchellville, incumbent of Maryland University College Brandywine, retired vice-prin- County to achieve success. The ballot. She is Carol Johnson of county executive (J.D., Howard (J.D., District of Columbia School cipal, athletic director, county fact that a politically significant District Heights who is seeking University) of Law) superintendent of interscholas- black group has declared for Steele one of the three offices up for County Council, Councilman Ken E. Johnson, 52, of Mitch- tic athletics, physical education could turn an expected victory for election as Judge of the Orphan’s District 4 (vote for one) ellville, special program consul- teacher, coach and member of Cardin into defeat, depending upon Court. Her three Democratic op- Democrat – Ingrid M. Turner, tant, Animal and Plant Health In- National Guard (M.A. in educa- how many voters are swayed by ponents are Wendy Cartwright, an 42, of Bowie, retired command- spection Service, U.S. Department tion and curriculum, National the recent endorsement. incumbent judge, Athena Groves er in Judge Advocate General’s of Agriculture (B.S. business Louis University) A week or so earlier, a televi- and Vicky Ivory-Orem. Corps, U.S. Navy (J.D., Catholic administration, South Carolina sion advertisement supporting Unchallenged on the ballot are: University and advanced course State University) Also on the Ballot Cardin by movie and television Jack Johnson, seeking reelection work in health at George Wash- Gloria Lawlah, 67, of Temple There also are a variety of bal- actor Michael Fox, an advocate as county executive after narrowly ington University) Hills, Maryland state senator lot questions for voters to decide: for stem cell research who is defeating Rushern Baker in the Voters are also asked to vote (M.A. education, Trinity Col- three questions on amending the suffering from Parkinson’s Dis- primary; Ingrid Turner, seeking for yes or no on whether to retain lege, post-graduate work, George state constitution, a court emascu- ease, received national attention the fi rst time the District 4 seat on in offi ce two state judges: Washington University) lated state referendum question on after popular conservative radio the county council formerly held Ellen L. Hollander, an at-large Howard Stone, 53, of Mitch- voting procedures, eight county commentator Rush Limbaugh ac- by Douglas Peters after defeating member of the Court of Special ellville, Board of Education vice- charter amendment questions and cused Fox of acting and faking two others in the primary; Glenn Appeals and James P. Salmon, a chair, management consultant five county bond authorization his involuntary body movements. Ivey, seeking reelection as state’s judge of Appellate Circuit 04 of (M.A. public administration, referendum questions. (See story This has engendered strong nega- attorney without primary opposi- the Court of Special Appeals. American University) in October 26 issue.) tive press from those sympathetic tion; Peggy Magee to become the to Fox and the health problems new clerk of the Circuit Court; that he faces. Whether this will Cereta Lee, who defeated incum- increase support for Cardin is bent Lynn Skerpon in the primary uncertain. for the position of Register of Your Vote IS Your Voice In response to the Fox ad, Wills; and Michael Jackson who Steele ran an ad claiming that he has been unopposed in his reelec- has supported stem cell research tion effort for sheriff. Thursday, November 2, 2006 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 7 SCHOOL BD. continued from page 1 General Election Watch the Vote be mailed to residents shortly be- Voting Instructions To report serious voting problems call Maryland Hotline fore the election. Those criticiz- 301-270-6150, cell – 301-580-9224, fax – 301-314-5437 ing these endorsements contend About 11,635 Greenbelters are registered to vote in next that they have brought partisan week’s Tuesday, November 7 Gubernatorial General Election, Mail SAVE OUR VOTES politics into a nonpartisan cam- according to the county Board of Elections. The AccuVote P.O. Box 7041 paign. Senator Paul Pinsky, who TS voting system will be in use. The machines have a Columbia, MD 21045 pushed for these endorsements, series of screens that the voter views and then chooses by claims that they were made af- touching the name of the desired candidate. The voter can Email: [email protected] ter careful consideration of the change his or her mind by touching the candidate’s name [email protected] candidate’s qualifications as an again. After all screens have been viewed, the voter fi nal- 301-270-2355 aid to voters. izes the choices. Candidates The following is a list of the How to Use the AccuVote TS Machines at-large candidates and some of 1. Start: Insert voter access card into slot at right of the various endorsements they screen. Card should be face up with the arrow fi rst. Push may have received: Donna Ha- card fi rmly until it clicks. thaway Beck, the Washington 2. Select Ballot Language: Touch “English” or “Span- Post, Prince George’s Gazette, ish.” Touch “Start.” Language may not be changed once PGCEA and Metropolitan AFL- selected. Touch “start” to vote. CIO; Jeanna Jacobs, Post, Gazette 3. Select Candidates or Questions: Touch the box next and PGCEA; Ken Johnson; Glo- to the candidate or question of your choice. To change or ria Lawlah; Howard M. Stone, cancel your selection, touch the box again. Touch “Next” to PGCEA and AFL-CIO; Nate advance the ballot page. Touch “Previous” to go back. Thomas, Post, Gazette, PGCEA 4. Review and Cast Ballot: On the summary page, and AFL-CIO; and Ron Watson, review your choices. To go back, touch a race or touch Post and PGCEA. “Review Ballot.” Touch “Cast Ballot” when ready to record The 10 district candidates and your vote. the endorsements they may have 5. Finish Voting: Remove the voter access card and received are: Rosalind A. John- return it to the election judge. son, Post, Gazette and AFL-CIO and Robin Barnes Shell, PGCEA In the upcoming November 7 general election all parties in District 1; Heather Illiff, Post, including Republicans, Democrats, unaffi liated (independents) Gazette, PGCEA and AFL-CIO and Populists, Greens, Libertarians and other minority parties and Amber Waller in District 2; will be eligible to vote their preferences. Pat Fletcher, Gazette and Regina On the ballot also are Maryland and Prince George’s L. Williams in District 3 (besides questions as well as candidates running in the non-partisan the Post, write-in candidate Mick- Prince George’s County Board of Education district and at- ens-Murray has endorsements large race. from the PGCEA and AFL-CIO); Steven Morris, Post, Gazette and AFL-CIO; and Linda Thomas in District 4; and Katie Costello and Owen Johnson Jr, Post, Ga-  zette, PGCEA and AFL-CIO in District 5.

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Paid for by the Hoyer for Congress Committee Page 8 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, November 2, 2006 Picturing Homelessness Here Making Progress A new exhibit, “Almost Home: others are still searching. Photography by Christopher An- Says Anderson: “As housing “I was very fortunate to At the Skate Park derson,” is now on view at the prices climb in our area, more have worked with a group Community Center Art Gallery and more people will face the of people who wanted to through November 26. An art- threat of becoming homeless. share their story with the ist reception will be held during The resources in Prince George’s entire Greenbelt commu- the November Artful Afternoon County for those already home- nity. Some of them had on Sunday, November 5 from 2 less and those facing possible struggled through diffi culties to 4 p.m. homelessness are scarce. I hope in the past and were on the When Gazette photographer these images and stories will raise road to a better life. Others Christopher Anderson was as- awareness about the struggles were still looking for solu- signed to cover the memorial many in Greenbelt face.” tions to their problems but service for Justine Shoop in No- The public is invited to attend all of them hoped that by vember 2005, he had no idea he a reception with the artist on participating in this project was about to begin a journey. Sunday, November 5 from 2 to 4 they could bring attention to Nearly a year later Anderson has p.m. The reception is part of an the struggles of those who assembled a sensitive, factual Artful Afternoon program which are homeless. and honest series of portraits of will also include hands-on crafts I am very excited to see people who have been homeless with Artist-in-residence Elizabeth so much interest in the wel- in Greenbelt. Anderson’s pho- Morisette (1 to 3 p.m.), a studio fare of the people featured tographs are accompanied by an open house from 1 to 5 p.m. and in the show.” The recreation department reports that work on the skate audio recording and written com- a performance by Native Ameri- – Chris Anderson park continues. Fine grading and installation of forms is ments based on interviews with can storyteller Dovie Thomason almost complete. Installation of rebar in the “bowls” began the subjects he has portrayed. at 3 p.m. this week. Depending on weather and a successful inspection In fall 2005 Shoop and her The Art Gallery is open from 9 by the county, shot-crete on the bowls will begin this week. longtime partner Rick Calhoun a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through warm blankets. Contributions did not have a fixed address. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on can be brought to the main offi ce They had been living in a tent in Sundays whenever the room is during business hours or to the the woods. One night Shoop left not reserved. Call 301-397-2208 welcome desk when the offi ce is to get matches from the gas sta- to confi rm availability. closed. The collection continues tion on the other side of Green- Photos through November 26. Turner Already a Shoo-in belt Road. Calhoun said he re- The subjects of Anderson’s The ministry is also in need minded her to use the crosswalks. photos include the Reverend Bob- of volunteer support to provide For County Council Seat “Always use the crosswalks,” bi Troyer of the StreetLights of transportation service for clients he said. Tragically, as Shoop Bethany Ministry, who works ex- and administrative assistance for by Rivéa Ruff crossed the road, she was struck tensively with homeless persons the organization. To volunteer and killed by a car. in Greenbelt. In conjunction with or to discuss other possible dona- If Greenbelters want work. At Shoop’s vigil, Anderson the exhibit, the Greenbelt Com- tions call the Rev. Bobbi Troyer to cast a ballot for a “Our school system met for the fi rst time and photo- munity Center is now accepting at 301-633-5654 or email her at county council can- didn’t get this way graphed Calhoun, the Rev. Bobbi donations of specifi c items which [email protected]. didate they will have overnight and we won’t Troyer of the StreetLights of “Reverend Bobbi” has requested A resource sheet is available at to cast it for Ingrid be able to change it Bethany street ministry and sev- on behalf of her clients. the Art Gallery, prepared with the Turner in the upcom- overnight,” she said. eral others. This was the begin- These include bus passes, assistance of Greenbelt CARES. ing election. There “It will take a team ning of his photo series. gift cards, especially for grocery This sheet contains contact infor- will be no other name. effort. State delegates, Over the course of the project stores which do not carry alco- mation for agencies that can con- Turner will be Green- senators, parents, the some people have come to Green- holic beverages; new, packaged nect individuals with local and belt’s next county whole community will belt in search of help and others underwear (men’s and women’s); county resources for those who council representative. have to get involved.” have left. Some have been able thermoses and sturdy plastic or are homeless or facing the threat She is unopposed on Police Force to fi nd the help they needed and styrofoam bowls and utensils; of homelessness. November 7 for the district 4 Turner noted the county’s repu- county council seat. tation for crime and violence as Though not well known by another concern. “We need ad- many Greenbelters and having equate police trained and on the won the Democratic primary by streets,” she said. “Right now, we ACE Reading Programs for November only 55 votes, Turner says she don’t have adequate police offi cers is “here to represent the people” and when you don’t have that, by Liz Murray, program coord. socializing. in the Greenbelt CARES office. and plans to work closely with things happen.” Young children and their par- For an entry form and complete citizens to bring about change. Turner would like to see more The ACE Reading Club, a free ents are invited to attend ACE contest rules contact the ACE With a stated focus on educa- offi cers serving in their own back- reading incentive program offered Reading Club Book Buddies on Reading Club. tion, public safety and transporta- yards. “I’d like to see more po- by the City of Greenbelt, will host November 20 in the Greenbelt To register for any of these tion in the county, Turner says she lice coming directly from the several children’s programs in CARES office. A high school programs or for more informa- wants to help improve the quality county. When you live in the November. Club Meetings will volunteer or ACE Reading Club tion call ACE Reading Club of life for all residents of Prince community, you’re more invested be held at Magnolia Elementary staff member will read an age- Program Coordinator Liz Mur- George’s County including those in what happens in the commu- School on November 13, Sprin- appropriate book which will be ray at 301-345-6660 or email who call Greenbelt home. nity,” she said. ghill Lake Elementary School followed by refreshments and a [email protected]. A recently retired Navy Com- Development on November 21 and Greenbelt short period of socializing. This mander, Turner was raised in Continuing development in this Elementary School on November program is targeted at children Bowie. A graduate of Elizabeth growing area is of great concern 28. These meetings are open to ages 4 through 7. Pre-registration Senior Meals Menu Seton High School in Bladens- to residents of Greenbelt, a fact students in grades 4 through 8 is required. The Senior Nutrition “Food burg, she holds degrees from the Turner recognizes. She says it’s who attend each school. The ACE Reading Club also and Friendship” program pro- U.S. Naval Academy, Golden important to stay on top of what’s For children who live in Green- has an essay contest for students vides lunches for seniors Monday Gate University and Catholic Uni- going on and plan accordingly. belt but do not attend a Greenbelt in grades 3, 4 and 5. The contest through Friday at the Community versity. “Development is inevitable,” school such as home schooled is open to students who live or at- Center. Meals need to be re- Though she has no political she said. “I think we always have students or students in TAG/Mag- tend school in Greenbelt. Entries served by 11 a.m. the day before background, she saw running for to do smart development, making net programs outside the city, the must be the original work of the to assure suffi cient quantities of offi ce as her chance to give back sure that we plan for it.” next club meeting will be on No- submitting student author. Each food are ordered. Call 301-397- to the community that reared her. Turner said it’s important to vember 6 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. essay must be written in English 2208, ext. 4215 for information “I thought this would be a good keep an eye on the area’s future. in the Greenbelt CARES office. and be accompanied by a signed about the program and to make way to continue to serve my coun- “We have to think: where will This club meeting is open to stu- entry form. Essays will be judged reservations. try,” she said. “Not only that, but the county be five to 10 years dents in grades 3 through 6. Club on originality, dedication to con- Meals are served beginning at to serve the people I grew up from now? Where will Greenbelt meetings will focus on reading- test theme and knowledge of the noon. All meals include bread with.” be in fi ve years? Ten years?” she related activities and games that topic. Essays should be no more and margarine, coffee or tea and Education Vital said. “We can’t look just to solve are designed to inspire students than two typed, double-spaced 8 one percent milk. Menus for Though she is single and has today’s problems. When you do to read for enjoyment. Activities ½ x 11 inch pages or three hand- Monday, November 6 through no children of her own, Turner’s that, you always end up behind include reading aloud, creative written pages. Essays must be Thursday, November 11 include: main campaign focus has been the eight-ball and wouldn’t it writing, games, arts and crafts and legible or they will be disqualifi ed. Monday – Vegetable soup with education. She sees it as the be wonderful to be ahead of the Book-It cable tapings. Students should address the fol- crackers, bar-b-que pork on multi- foundation for a successful com- eight-ball?” The ACE Reading Club will lowing: If an out-of-town visitor grain bun, candied sweet potatoes, munity with all other community Hopeful for a bright future with host a Parent/Child Book Discus- was coming to visit, where would broccoli, blueberry turnover. factors trickling down from the the county, Turner says she wants sion on Monday, November 13 in you take your visitor? Describe Tuesday – Election Day, all quality of the educational system. the lines of communication over the Greenbelt CARES offi ce from the best places around your town sites closed. She described Prince George’s the next four years open between 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. This is an op- and why they are so interest- Wednesday – Grape juice, County Schools as “a struggling herself as a councilmember and portunity for parents and kids to ing. Write about parks, museums, farm salmon with dill sauce, wild educational system.” the community at large. read together and discuss what lakes, stores, restaurants and other rice, mixed vegetables, apple- “The school system is not do- “I welcome dialogue about they have read with other fami- places you enjoy. If you had a sauce. ing well at all,” she said. Turn- concerns and issues. I hope to lies. This month’s book is “From magic wand and could add any- Thursday – Apple juice, baked er noted that the new CEO and continue to talk to the citizens the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil thing to Greenbelt, what would it chicken with gravy, black eyed the school board bring hope for throughout my journeys through E. Frankweiler,” written by E.L. be and why? peas, chopped collards, fruit ice. change but also recognized that the community and I want input Konigsburg. There will be discus- Entries should be received no Friday – Veterans’ Day, all change will take time and team- so we can do this together.” sion followed by refreshments and later than 4 p.m. on November 17 sites closed. Page 10 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, November 2, 2006 Sanctions Delayed Against County Bd. of Ed. Police Blotter The Maryland State Board Prior to the state board’s meet- gram; Advanced Placement (AP) of Education has delayed sanc- ing Grasmick stated that she was programs with at least eight core Based on information released by the Greenbelt Police Department. tions against the Prince George’s very aware of the aggressive course offerings in every high Dates and times are those when police were fi rst contacted County Public Schools (PGCPS) work being led by Deasy to bring school at the start of the next about incidents. and commended the county’s pro- about signifi cant innovations and school year and teachers trained Robberies prior to police arriving on the active intervention to turn around reformations for PGCPS, many this year by the College Board; October 20, 10 p.m., Breeze- scene. The vehicle is described low-performing schools. The of which are commensurate with International Baccalaureate (IB) wood Drive and Edmonston as a black SUV. PGCPS moved from Year Two of corrective actions outlined in state program support and expansion Road, a man reported that he Trespass School System Improvement into regulations and the federal No with supporting programs at the was walking home when he was October 20, 3:38 a.m., 6000 School System Corrective Action, Child Left Behind Act of 2001 middle school level; SAT prepa- approached by two men on bi- block Breezewood Drive, a man beginning with the current school (NCLB). Since he was hired last ration programs; Pupil Personnel cycles. One of them kicked the of no fi xed address was arrested year, as anticipated based on past spring, Deasy has made changes Workers Plan; Comprehensive man, who fell to the ground. and charged with trespass. Police state assessment scores. in school leadership and in the Parent and Community Engage- They went through his pockets, observed him on the grounds of During the last three years central offi ce and put in place a ment Plan; and Library Media removed money and fled. The Springhill Lake Apartments after PGCPS students raised their test Balanced Scorecard to track sys- Centers Improvement Initiative. victim was transported by ambu- he had been banned from the scores at a faster rate than any tem progress and accountability. Without imposing sanctions, lance to the hospital for treatment complex by agents of the prop- other school district in Mary- With Prince George’s County Grasmick pointed out that cur- of an injured leg. erty. The man was transported to land. Although PGCPS students Board of Education approval, ricular and organizational chang- October 22, 9:34 p.m., Belt- the Department of Corrections for made dramatic improvements, test Deasy and the administration de- es made by PGCPS in some way Plaza, a man reported that a hearing before a district court scores did not rise fast enough to veloped a Business Plan for Chil- instances are similar to corrective he was approached by a man in commissioner. meet state mandates for Adequate dren Come First and began imple- actions listed in the regulation the rear parking lot of the plaza, October 24, 6:12 p.m., 6000 Yearly Progress (AYP), which menting several new initiatives in and federal law. Grasmick spe- who displayed a handgun and de- block Breezewood Drive, a also increased each year as all time for the current school year. cifi cally commended PGCPS for manded the man’s jacket. After resident man was arrested and districts work to achieve Mary- The fi rst two phases of the plan its intervention to turn around obtaining the jacket he fled on charged with trespass. Police land’s academic goals for 100 are underway and include the low performing schools. The foot toward Cherrywood Lane. observed him on the grounds of percent profi ciency by 2014. following improvements: School state plans to make a fi nal de- The suspect is described as a Springhill Lake Apartments after “Recognizing this change in and System Accountability; High termination on corrective actions black male in his twenties, 5’10” he had been banned from the status was a mathematical cer- School Assessment (HSA) Stra- by no later than the February with black hair in dreadlocks, complex by agents of the prop- tainty when I arrived in May, my tegic Plan; Intensive Support and 2007 State Board of Education brown eyes and a dark complex- erty. A computer check revealed executive team and I immediately Intervention Schools (ISIS) pro- meeting. ion, wearing a black jacket and that he also had an open warrant developed a plan to accelerate black jeans. with the Prince George’s County our students’ academic achieve- October 24, 8:16 p.m., 9100 Sheriff’s Department. The man ments,” said Dr. John E. Deasy, block Springhill Lane, a young was released on citation to the chief executive offi cer. “Many man reported that he was riding Department of Corrections for new initiatives were implemented GIVE BLOOD, GIVE LIFE his bicycle home when an un- service of the warrant. at the beginning of the current There is an urgent need for blood known number of people pushed Vehicle Crimes school year and others will come particularly around the holiday season. him off the bike, kicked him The following vehicles were online next year. I also plan to several times and fled with his reported stolen: a 2000 Plymouth pursue additional guidance and Contact the American Red Cross today. bicycle. He declined treatment Breeze 4-door from the 7800 support from the state as we con- for minor injuries. block Hanover Parkway; a sil- tinue our work to make sure all Weapon Arrest ver 1997 Honda Civic 2-door, students achieve at high levels.” October 19, 10:30 a.m., El- Maryland tags 1AVK77 from the With an offi cial request from 1-800-GIVE-LIFE eanor Roosevelt High School, a 9300 block Edmonston Road; State Superintendent of Schools nonresident youth was arrested and a blue 1997 Mercury Grand Dr. Nancy S. Grasmick, the for concealed deadly weapon on Marquis 4-door, Maryland tags State Board of Education placed school grounds after he was ob- JGM270 from the 38 Court Ridge PGCPS in Corrective Action dur- served attempting to skip school. Road. ing the October 25 meeting in He was found to be in possession Three vehicles were recovered Baltimore as required according of a switchblade type knife made by outside police departments to the Code of Maryland Regula- to look like a cigarette lighter. with no arrests made. tions (COMAR) 13A.01.04.08B. The youth was released to a Theft from, attempted theft The failure to achieve AYP across school administrator pending ac- from and vandalism to vehicles all three grade bands (elementary, tion by the school board and the were reported in the following middle and high school) within juvenile justice system. areas: 7200 block Mandan Road one reported area is the criterion Gunshots (two incidents), 7800 block Em- for a school system in System October 26, 10:50 p.m., 7600 ily’s Way, 6900 block Hanover Improvement to move to the next block Hanover Parkway, police Parkway, 400 block Ridge Road stage of improvement as required responded to a report of several (two incidents), 46 Court Ridge by COMAR. Come to the gunshots heard, with a witness Road, 9 Court Research Road, COLLEGE PARK FARMERS' MARKET who saw an unknown person run- 5700 block Greenbelt Metro Local farmers and vendors offering fresh fruits, vege- ning after a vehicle that fl ed the Drive, Springhill Drive and Ed- tables, garlic, bakery goods, jellies, potted herb plants, area at a high rate of speed. All monston Road and 6200 block bedding plants, cut flowers and herbal products parties involved had left the area Springhill Court. Get plugged into 5211 Paint Branch Parkway the latest news (formerly Calvert Road) The Department is offering a reward of up to $500 for in College Park – across from Airport information leading to the arrest and conviction of a and comments suspect in any of the unsolved crimes reported in the about YOUR We've started earlier this year! blotter. Citizens may anonymously report suspected community! 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City of Greenbelt COMMUNITY MEDIATION BOARD Thursday, November 2, 2006 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 11 Children’s Show Forest Preserve Report Lauded at Worksession At Science Center by Eli Flam The Howard B. Owens Sci- as well, to better deal with Pumpkin Walk in the South In discussing the parcels, ence Center at 9601 Greenbelt “threats from pests, disease and Preserve, which in the past had Council member Leta Mach Road will present a planetarium At a worksession October 25 environmental impacts which been used as a political event. said that a neighborhood play- program, “The Little Star That Greenbelt City Councilmembers compromise the health of the After discussion, it was agreed ground in Belle Point should be Could,” on Friday, November lauded the final report of the forest.” that city staff should work with excluded. Others agreed. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Forest Preserve Task Force. In Four of nine parcels the city event organizers to rule out It also was noted that the This story begins with the a straw vote they agreed with holds as open space were rec- such a use. Greenbelt West situation, con- birth of an average ordinary the recommendation to form a ommended for inclusion in ex- No Trails sidered “still fluid,” should be star from a cloud of dust and Forest Preserve Advisory Com- isting forest preserves, mostly When Davis said that GHI studied further. Ordinances gas and follows his adventures mittee. on the eastern reaches of old was talking of clearing a trail for action on the four recom- as he looks for a family of The 64-page final document Greenbelt: Parcel 7 (Boxwood through its wooded area with mended parcels were included planets and meets other stars. was “almost on the order of the Preserve), Parcel 15 (Belle a chainsaw and was willing to in the final report, as were Along the way he learns about Magna Carta,” said Mayor Ju- Point), the Sunrise Property in continue it into the forest pre- relevant maps. Missing in the properties of stars and their dith Davis with a smile. “You Greenbelt East and Parcel 12, serve, Chernikoff responded, the maps was Spellman Over- colors and temperatures, what really did it,” said Council- next to the North Preserve. “Absolutely not!” Calling it pass, which can be added, said planets are and that he lives in member Ed Putens. Many Concerns for these areas are “a well-meaning intention,” he Charles Jackman, filling in a galaxy. Then he discovers thanks were offered across the detailed in the report’s section, said private improvements and for task force member Robert that far from being “ordinary,” table both to the nine-member Contingencies. Also included clean-up were out of bounds Trumbule. he is a very special star in- advisory committee and to Ce- in this section are the com- for forest preserves. Other task force members, deed! There is a fee for this lia Craze, director of the city’s munity gardens, the Hamilton A recommendation on trails all present, were Vice Chair program. planning and community devel- cemetery, the Northway fields, was accepted from Doug Love Marc Siegel, John Cooper, Val- Call 301-918-8750 during opment department. handicap access, the yard waste – one of four people in the erie Elliott, Susan Gregerson, school hours for more informa- At its start the report (avail- compost facility (relocation audience. He recommended Ruth Kastner, Virginia Mudrock tion. able at the Municipal Building) is not seen as viable) and the that wording should be changed and Luisa Robles. says that “the work of manag- observatory (“should be consid- from “Hiking . . . on a vertical ing, maintaining and protecting ered as acceptable”). slope” to “a steep slope.” these, as well as other valuable The five parcels not recom- When questions of handicap INSURANCE FOR YOUR NEEDS wooded areas, has only be- mended for inclusion are park access were raised, Council gun.” It emphasized the early areas that could be kept as member Rodney Roberts said need for “much work . . . to wooded: Schrom Hills Park, these days it can’t be assumed reclaim the area of the South Greenbriar Park, Lakewood that handicapped people want Preserve between Gardenway Stream Valley, Buddy At- paved trails. Four pages in the Local service. and Hamilton Place,” dam- tick Park and Indian Springs report and subsequent discus- aged by a “trend of misuse.” Park. sion addressed such access. It’s our policy. Cited as “vitally important” At the worksession, Task Davis took note of a suggestion We’re in your neighborhood, there when you need us. We’re a was “communication and coor- Force Chair Keith Chernikoff from the audience that a mem- single source for ALL your insurance needs, so call or stop by. dination between the city, the said there were only four or ber of a handicapped group be- We’re on your side. GHI woodlands committee, the five contested votes in their ing formed in Greenbelt should federal government and private 18 monthly meetings: “I’m be on any advisory committee. Kelley Corrigan property owners.” real proud of everybody’s Chernikoff called attention to 8951 Edmonston Rd. FPO Greenbelt “We must educate our fel- work.” This included many the Invasive Species section’s (301) 474-4111 low citizens,” the report went visits to the existing forest final point – that management • Auto • Home • Business on, “how to experience a forest preserves and to nine sug- in this area was a science and • Financial Products preserve without damaging it or gested parcels. “should (not be) driven by changing the delicate ecologi- Davis brought up the re- emotional reactions to alien Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. Home Office: Columbus, OH 43215-2220. Nationwide, the Nationwide cal balance.” Data is needed, port’s section on the annual plant species.” framemark, Nationwide is On Your Side and On Your Side are federally registered service marks of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company.

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DECKS – Power washed and sealed or HELP WANTED SERVICES painted. Painted decks guaranteed for The Shops at OFFICE ASSISTANT – Urgently need TRANSFER FILM, SLIDES, PHO- two years. Pat, 301-213-3273. Fabian House RATES an offi ce assistant for our home offi ce TOS – To VHS or DVD. Tape repair, LEAVES – Mulched, raked and taken in Greenbelt, Md. Light work. No consumer editing. Photos made from away. Most GHI units, $55. Pat, 301- CLASSIFIED: $3.00 experience is needed. Will train the videotapes, etc. HLM Productions, Inc. 213-3273. minimum for ten words. right candidate. We are an IT recruit- 301-474-6748. 15¢ for each additional ing company. We are accessible by VEDIC INDIAN MASSAGE AND PATTI’S PETSITTING – Let your furry, word. Submit ad with Metrobus from both Greenbelt and MEDITATION – Head heavy or reels, feathered, fi nned or scaled friend stay at payment to the News Re- New Carrollton Metro stations. Please paining heels, muscle pull, irritation, home when you go away! Petsitting by view office by 10 p.m. send your resume to [email protected] stress or depression, insomnia, dis- a Professional Animal Care Specialist! Tuesday, or to the News or call Pam at 301-358-2562/2563 or turbed sleep? Migraine? You only All types of animals, even mid-day Review drop box in the 301-379-4148. need 30 minutes Vedic Massage. 301- Reinvigorated with new faces and walks! Very reasonable rates. Group 474-2860 Co-op grocery store be- OFFICE MANAGER, small College discounts! References available. Call new focus, our collection includes BARB’S PET SITTING – Reliable, fi ne antiques, quality original art fore 7 p.m. Tuesday, or Park law offi ce – 10 to 3, Mon. through Patti Brothers at 301-910-0050. mail to 15 Crescent Rd., Fri., position requires professional experienced and professional. GHI from local artists, homemade COMPUTERS – Systems installation, Suite 100, Greenbelt, MD attitude, computer, interpersonal, residents get special discounts. Mid- gourmet products, the area’s larg- troubleshooting, network, wireless 20770. telephone, writing and general offi ce day walks, weekend and holiday ap- est collection of traditional Polish computer design and upgrades, anti- management skills. Wages $12.50 to pointments, call Barb, 301-982-2935. Pottery, a full room of architectural BOXED: $8.10 col- virus, anti-spam, fi rewall. IBM, Dell, $15.00. Send resume by 11/20 to 301- References available. salvage pieces, a charming coffee umn inch. Minimum 1.5 HP, Gateway. JBS, 240-606-6020, 779-5367 or send to Law Offi ce, 4500 shop, and an ever-changing ar- inches ($12.15). Dead- 301-474-3946. GOT SKILLS? Let your neighbors Lehigh Avenue, College Park, MD know. Advertise here and develop a ray of unique and eclectic home line 10 p.m. Tuesday. 20740 or email to: salmondlaw@aol. HARRIS LOCK & KEY – Rekeying local clientele. furnishings. We are committed to NEEDED: Please in- com. and installing. Clay, Greenbelt. 240- making your every visit a delight- clude name, phone num- 593-0828. YARD/MOVING SALES LOST and FOUND ful experience! ber and address with ad EXPERT CLEANING – Home or offi ce REMEMBER THE DATE – St. Hugh’s copy. Ads not considered LOST – Wedding rings. Reward. 301- Wed-Sat 11-8, Sun 11-5 cleaning offered. Extensive experience great bazaar, Nov. 4, 2006, 10 a.m.- 3 accepted until published. 345-2065 p.m. 301 464 6777 cleaning all types of rooms and surfaces 8519 Chestnut Avenue OUR CAT FLUFFY is missing since (marble, wood, formica, tile). Estimates BIG YARD SALE – Fundraising event Old Town Bowie Oct. 26, 2006. She has long gray and references available upon request. for children of domestic violence, Sat- & white hair, is declawed & very Spanish and English spoken. Call Es- urday, Nov. 11, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. At the www.antiquesoldtownbowie. friendly. Belle Point/Lakeside area. peranza 301-213-0588. playground on Lastner Lane in Box- 240-603-6984 INSTALLATION – of sump pumps, wood Village. Junior Troop 2307. MERCHANDISE “French” drains, tile, drywall repair, YARD SALE – Nice stuff: leaded glass replacement windows. 35 years experi- FREE SOFA – Graceful wooden frame. cabinet, bassinet, drafting table and ence. Many local references. Call Art Needs work. 3H Research Rd. more. Saturday, November 4, 9 - 11 Rambo, 301-220-4222. a.m. 33 Court Ridge Rd. NOTICES ELECTRICAL REPAIRS and installa- VOTE GREEN PARTY on Novem- tion. Licensed electrician familiar with ber 7. GHI. 301-233-7669.

ST. GREGORY OF NYSSA Byzantine HOUSECLEANING – Low rates, free     Catholic Church Slavic Food Festival estimates, weekly, biweekly, monthly. and bake sale, Saturday, Nov. 11, Also moveouts. Lynn, 202-316-4271,    10:30 a.m. til 3 or when food runs out. 301-805-8370. Mike McAndrew 301-953-9323 or 301-776-7929. See      MICHAEL T. RUPARD Painting & ad pg 7. drywall repair. 30 yrs. exp. Licensed 240-432-8233    REAL ESTATE – SALE & insured. 301-674-1383. 54-G Ridge Rd. 14A HILLSIDE ROAD, GHI area.    2BR End $169,000     Large end unit 2 bedroom & 1 bath GHI home, two levels of newly re-       fi nished hardwood fl oor, 2 new storm 3-F Ridge Rd.     doors, well-maintained home, shed, News Review 2BR Block $239,900      updated kitchen and bathroom. Come Annual Meeting Addition w/downstairs bath     see for yourself! List price $189,000.  Contact Barbara Willigan, Coldwell Sunday, Nov. 5 Banker Residential Brokerage, 410- 33-B Ridge Rd. 740-7100. at 5 p.m. 2 BR Block $235,500    in the newspaper offi ce. FOR SALE – 18H Ridge Road. Beau-     35-K Ridge Rd.    tiful 2 bedroom frame unit. Recently Supper and a 2 BR Brick $242,000      renovated; all new appliances, updated business meeting     bathroom and refinished hardwood are on the agenda.    fl oors. Charming back porch addi- 2-D Eastway Members are urged    tion; storage addition in front and Honeymoon Cottage additional storage shed in rear. Steps to attend. 1 BR, 1 Bath, $179,000  away from the Center. Move in ready!   $183,500. Call 301-367-1048 for more 301-982-5899 information.            

   SELLING YOUR HOUSE?     Call George Cantwell for       the lowest commission rate 3 - 4.5%   No added fees You know us as JOHN & TAM- 301-490-3763 (cell)    MY, a household name in     Greenbelt for over 14 years. American Realty       We are the experts at clean- ing your home and giving      you more time. Time for 301-982-5899     grandchildren, children’s      recreation, and each other.  Call, let a familiar and trusted name help you out. * we welcome Shona Pascarello to our staff!*  We offer : –Weekly, bi-weekly, or    monthly service     –Spring cleaning any time of the year   –Window cleaning –Help for special occasions    –FREE estimates • professional pet care • pet taxi • boarding •      www.terrapinpets.com   Professionals with the Shona Pascarello Christi Fries      Personal Touch 301.787.8095 202.528.3271    Phone 301-262-5151 [email protected] [email protected]  Page 14 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, November 2, 2006 NARFE Meets November 8 Volunteer typists are needed. Jeannie Smith The next meeting of NARFE Quality and Personal Service Chapter 1122 will be at 1:30 p.m. Join a dedicated team who brings news to your community. Wednesday, November 8 at the You get to read it fi rst! Contact Eileen at 301-513-0482 For All Your Real Estate Needs New Carrollton Municipal Center, Commission Only—No Extra Fees 6016 Princess Garden Parkway. Cell: 301-442-9019 Members are urged to attend and Home Offi ce: 301-345-1091 the public is invited. For infor- McANDREW, ZITVER, & McGRATH, P.A. mation call 301-937-7987. Main Offi ce: 301-982-5899 Attorneys at Law Free Jazz Concert • Personal Injury (Auto Accidents, Wrongful Death, Slip & Fall), By Gretchen Parlato • Estate Planning and Administration (Wills, Living Wills, POAs & Trusts), On Tuesday, November 7 at • Family Law (Divorce, Child Custody & Support), 5:30 p.m. at Gildenhorn Recital • Corporate & Business Law Hall in the Clarice Smith Per- • G.H.I. Closings 6 Pinecrest Court forming Arts Center, Gretchen Maryland Trade Center 1 (Single Family) Parlato will present a free con- 7500 Greenway Center. Dr., Suite 600 This single family home, situated on a cul-de-sac in the Lakeside de- velopment, has four bedrroms, three full bathrooms, living room dining cert. Winner of the 2004 The- 301-220-3111 lonious Monk Jazz Vocals Com- room, eat-in-kitchen with a fi replace, family room with a wet bar, plenty of new cabinets and Corian® countertop, large laundry room with built petition, Parlato has an emotive, -in cabinets, walk-out basement, landscaped yards, new privacy fence, subtle approach that has led to new storageunder shed, new roof, newercontract central air conditioning, hot water collaborations with Herbie Han- baseboard heat, landscaped yards and much more. You’re only a few cock, Wayne Shorter and Oscar Darling steps away from Greenbelt Lake and you can watch the Fourth of July fi reworks from your front yard. $499,900 Agent Owned Castro-Neves. Real Estate Company JC LANDSCAPING 7303 Hanover Parkway, Suite D 11-H Southway Beds trenched and mulched. Greenbelt, MD 20770 Two bedroom END unit, renovated kitchen with new vinyl fl oor, new Annuals, ornamental shrubs and refrigerator, new stove, stacked washer/dryer, air conditioner, new wall- trees installed. to-wall carpeting, pull-down attic steps, brick patio, storage shed and Small tree removal. fenced yard. Shrubs and small trees trimmed 301-580-3712 CELL and pruned. Mary Luddy 301-474-1010 OFFICE 121 Lakeside Drive NEW New lawn seeding or sod, other [email protected] LISTING landscaping needs, (Single Family) 301-809-0528 The Holidays will be soon upon us! You have just enough time to purchase this single family home in the Lakeside Development. After cooking your holiday dinners in your spacious kitchen, you can relax Fishing for and enjoy some time in front of your brick fi replace. There's plenty of Holberts Home Imp. a Better Rate? space with fi ve bedrooms and three full bathrooms for inviting family to join you. Call to schedule an appointment. Kitchens & Baths Come to your Credit Union !!! $455,000 Painting Used Car Loans 5.75% apr Carpentry Refinance or Purchase 11303 Daisy Lane, Glenn Dale Repairs Greenbelt Federal Credit Union (Single Family) MHIC #25916 112 Centerway, call 301-474-5900 Tel:(301) 221-8301 This split level single family home sits back off the roadway, has four or apply online at www.erols.com/gfcrun bedrooms, two full baths, living room with fi replace, family room with apr=annual percentage rate. Rate can change without notice. fi replace, hardwood fl oors in the living room and kitchen, remodeled $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ kitchen with extra cabinets and counter space, central air conditioning, laundry room, large two level deck and plenty of parking spaces. There CENTERWAY TAX is also a huge 2,100 square foot garage with central heat, central air & ESTATE SERVICE conditioning, offi ce area, phone lines and 1/2 bath. All of this sits on 111 Centerway Suite 204 Licensed MHIC approximately 1/2+ acre! Call for an appointment! Exclusive Listing. Agent related to Owner. Roosevelt Center Bonded #7540 Year-Round Service NOTARY Insured Regina O’Brien, Enrolled Agent 11301 Daisy Lane, Glenn Dale 301-345-0272 (Single Family) $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Three bedroom single family with over-sized garage has plenty of space HOME REMODELING SPECIALIST for a workshop, extra parking, two full bathrooms, family/recreation room Prayer of the Blessed Virgin and privacy fence. Replacement Windows • Siding • Roofi ng $375,000 (Never known to fail) Oh, most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Repairs • Florida Rooms • Decks • Painting Fruitful Divine Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Kitchens • Additions • Bathrooms 47-A Ridge Road Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Rare Find!! Two bedroom BLOCK END UNIT with CENTRAL AIR, Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh Star BRICK - BLOCK - CONCRETE large family room ADDITION, 1/2 bath on main level, large closet, of the Sea, help me and show me here you Free Estimates/Town References separate dining room, wall-to-wall carpeting, large screened porch, fenced are my Mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of and landscapedunder yard, attached garagecontract and storage shed. God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly “Serving Greenbelt For 30 Years” Price Reduced $275,000 Exclusive Listing. beseech You from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (Make Request). Call Dick Gehring 301/441-1246 There are none that can withstand your 4-C Plateau Place power. Oh, Mary, conceived without sin pray 8303 58th Ave. • Berwyn Heights, MD with us who have recourse to thee (Three Three bedroom frame unit with a side-by-side refrigerator, new vinyl times). Say this prayer for three consecutive fl oor in the kitchen, washer, dryer, open staircase, built-in microwave, days. Publish it and it will be granted to you. two built-in air conditioners, and much more. Grateful thanks. – AH $200,000 Exclusive Listing. Greenbelt Auto & Truck Repair Inc. 159 Centerway Road 5719 Euclid Street Greenbelt, Maryland 20770 Three bedroom single family home located in sought-after Cheverly. An open kitchen with breakfast bar opens into a dining area with cathedral ceiling and skylight, the Florida sunroom with cathedral ceiling, ceiling Spa 301-982-2582 fans, hardwood fl oors and atrium door leading to a deck overlooks a www.greenbeltautoandtruck.com treed back yard. Price Reduced $374,500 Jackie Brown A.S.E. Is Back! Master Certifi ed Technicians Certified Nail Technician **Jackie's Special** A complete service facility equipped to $10 Manicure perform all service requirements that your COMING SOON – $25 Pedicure manufacturer recommends to comply with 2 Bedroom END Unit Therapeutic Massage Preventive Maintenance service sched- (with attached garage) Waxing Services ules & extended warranty programs! Also, 2 Bedroom Frame Hours of Operation routine repairs that keep your vehicles Monday-Thursday 1-9pm (fenced yards) Friday 9am-9pm operating safely and reliably. Saturday, 9am-5pm • Now Offering! • 133 Centerway Auto-body, collision repairs and theft recovery damage Greenbelt, MD 20770 A.S.E. Certifi ed Technicians, 301-345-1849 Insurance Claims Welcome. Free estimates, please call for appointment www.pleasanttouch.com Thursday, November 2, 2006 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 15 Events for Kids Band, French Horn Harp and Orchestra At Science Center Concert Offered Perform at UM Realty 1, Inc. Looking for fun, creative and On Sunday, November 5 at The UM Repertoire Orches- active ways to spend time with 3 p.m. the UM School of Music tra, Daniel Chetel and Takuya Our 20th Year Serving You In Roosevelt Center young children? The Maryland will offer a concert by the UM Nishiwaki, music directors, and Science Center is just the place. Symphonic Wind Ensemble with Cara Fleck, harp, will perform on 301 982-0044 R1MD.com The Kids Room is an interactive guest conductor Robert Boudreau Monday, November 6 at 8 p.m. learning center with over 50 in- and Gregory Miller on the french The all-campus orchestra will novative, age-appropriate activities horn. The ensemble of the School present Beethoven’s Symphony that encourage children up to 8 of Music’s band program presents No. 5, Mozart’s Symphony No. years of age to play and discover faculty artist Gregory Miller in a 31 “Paris” and Ravel’s introduc- through hands-on activities. No- performance featuring the Amram tion and Allegro for Harp and vember activities include: Concerto for Horn and the Van Ot- Strings featuring Cara Fleck, a Sunday, November 5, 2 p.m. terloo Sinfonietta for Winds. This prizewinner at the 2006 UMSO Cool Critters – Why do animals free event takes place in Dekel- Concerto Competition. This free hibernate when the weather turns boum Concert Hall of the Clarice concert will take place in Dekel- cold? Hotfoot it to the Learning Smith Performing Arts Center. boum Concert Hall. Lab and learn how different ani- mals cope with the chilly winter weather. CRESCENT SQUARE APARTMENTS Mary Michele Leonard Denise Linda Thursday, November 9, 11 Kingsley Southworth Wallace Parker Ivy a.m. Infant and Toddler Storytime Historic Greenbelt 240 604-6605 240-286-4847 301-982-0044 202-538-1281 301 675-0585 – Special music and movement, stories and songs for children up One Bedroom Apartments to 24 months with an adult. 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It UPHOLSTERY Dr. Lynn Feldman has 2 bedrooms, a full bath and powder room. Price to sell at $229,900 Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry ������������������������������������������� Many Fabrics to Board Certifi ed Psychiatrist, Choose From. American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Lakeside Free Estimates. Quick Return. Psychotherapy, Psychological Testing Brick Cape Cod Home with Garage; a rarity in Greenbelt! 3 levels and LEW'S CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY Medication, Life Coaching, Consultation lots of space. This home won’t last; call now for details! $454,900 U.C. 301-262-4135 Depression, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Stress, ADHD ������������������������������������������� throughout the Life Cycle Brick Townhome on Corner Lot (301) 345-0807 Modern kitchen with hardwood cabinets, modern appliances and coun- Continental Movers 7474 Greenway Center Drive, Suite 670, Greenbelt, MD tertop. Roomy shed in large yard. Laundy room upstairs! $234,900 Free boxes Local – Long Distance ������������������������������������������� $75 x two men Boxwood Village $85 x three men Beautiful 5 bedroom, 2 bath split foyer at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. 301-340-0602 Screened porch and deck has wooded views. Priced at $399,900 SOLD 202-438-1489 www.continentalmovers.net ������������������������������������������� Coming Soon Home & Business GHI Townhome with addition. Bedroom and Full Bath on the main level. Improvements This cinderblock townhome has been recently remodeled. $274,900 Remodeling-Repairs-Int. & Ext. Painting Pet Pictures with Santa! Bathrooms-Basements-Kitchens ������������������������������������������� Ceramic Tile & Laminated Floors Pressure Washing-Deck Care-Sheds Suitland Saturday, November 11th from 3p-6p Wisler Construction Single Family Home near the DC line. Sunroom, 4 bedrooms and 2 & Painting Co. Choose an 8x10 photo or a photo CD for $15.00. baths. Large yard with shade trees. Great condition! $329,900 Serving Greenbelt since 1991 Proceeds benefit the Abandoned Animal Rescue Fund. ������������������������������������������� 301-345-1261 www.wislerconstruction.com Call 301-552-3800 or visit www.a-paw.com for Glen Ora Owner has over 20 years experience more information. We hope to see you there! Member of the Better Business Bureau This 3 level townhome has 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. Fireplace, mod- MHIC40475 ern appliances, deck and patio. Steps away from pool! $367,000 SOLD ������������������������������������������� Brick Townhome Steps away from Roosevelt Center! This 2 bedroom all-brick home has a GREENBELT SERVICE 12 1/2’ x 18 1/2’ living room. Check this price at $186,000! SOLD ������������������������������������������� CENTER Frame Townhome on Corner Lot Auto Repairs This 2 bedroom townhome has a large yard with rail fencing and storage shed. Wide floorplan with remodeled kitchen & bath. Value! $189,900 & Road Service ������������������������������������������� A.S.E. Certifi ed Technicians GHI Townhome With Additions & Extra Bath Maryland State Inspections This two bedroom home has an addition in the front with w/d hookup and 161 CENTERWAY ROAD a rear addition with two rooms. Half-bath on the main level. $209,900 GREENBELT, MD 20770 (301) 474-8348 Your Greenbelt Specialists Page 16 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, November 2, 2006 Registered Voters The 2006 Pumpkin Poll Come and Go

by Mary Moien In Halloween Poll, Batman Edges Out “I Don't Know!”  Your Vote IS Your Voice  How does Prince George’s county get new registered voters? by Doug Love Looking at data from this past August, 2,502 people registered As usual I spent Hallow- next year. That makes it all in that month alone. Forty-three een on my service-side porch, worthwhile for me! percent of the people (1,079) with my dog and a big bowl Here are the complete re- registered at the motor vehicle of chocolate eyeballs in my sults, listed by response, num- administration. The next highest lap. Everyone who came for ber of votes and comments (in proportion (12 percent) transferred candy (or yellow tomatoes) parentheses): from another jurisdiction in Mary- who was too young to vote Batman, 14 (in costume, land; others registered through was asked, “If you could vote changed from O’Malley-Brown. the mail or through volunteer next Tuesday, who would you Dracula concurs); “I don’t sign-ups. vote for?” Many wanted to know,” 11; George Carlin, 4 Almost the same number of know who the choices were. (Best comedian. Sophisticated registered voters were dropped I left it open to their imagina- kids!); Mommy, 3 (from teen- from the rolls in August – 2,533. tions, as my pumpkin doesn’t agers!); O’Malley-Brown, 3 Fifty-fi ve percent of those people look at all like Kevin Zeese. (only ones actually running that moved to a different county in As usual some didn’t under- got votes); “Thank you,” 3; no Solutions ... the state and fi ve percent moved stand but their responses were answer, 3; Frankenstein, 2; out of state. Another 39 percent more inventive than the me- Michael Jackson, 2 (not meant ... not Politics! were removed following a failed toos that put Batman at the to be the sheriff candidate); mail verifi cation of their county top this year. dura, 1 (???); mmm, 1; “uh,” address. The prize goes to the little 1; Spiderman, 1 (to counter Of the newly registered, 68 fellow who was speechless Batman’s lead); “the eyeball,” Restore Government Values percent registered as Democrats, with amazement for sever- 1 (Happy Halloween!); Cinder- The Iraq Resolution 11 percent as Republicans and 19 al minutes, then said “okay” ella, 1 (another myself?); “the Real Energ y Solutions percent were not affiliated with when I suggested that his vote cat,” 1 (misidentification of any political party. The political might be “didn’t say.” Never- my Pomeranian?); “the dog,” National Health Care System diversity among Maryland coun- theless, nobody seemed scared 1 (that’s better); “myself,” 1 Education Reform ties is shown when comparing by the responsibility and one (himself); “not Bush,” 1 (ah, a Prince George’s County with ru- young lady will register with politician); “naasin,” 1, (again, Obtainable Housing ral Eastern Shore Queen Anne’s the County Election Board ???). Campaign Finance Reform County. Of the 410 people who registered there in August, Repub- Social Security Reform licans outnumbered Democrats by The Enviro nment about 1.5 to 1 (almost 50 percent Republicans compared with 32 percent Democrats). www. stevenwarner2006.com Campaign Off ice: 410-394-3826

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