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News ReviewAn Independent Newspaper VOL. 70, No. 33 15 Crescent Rd., Suite 100, Greenbelt, MD 20770-1887 JULY 5, 2007 Council and Café Board Discuss Ambulatory Care Center Coming to Greenbelt East Outdoor Sales of Beer and Wine by Elaine Skolnik by Thomas X. White In 1998 proposed plans for The site is part of an office, development of a medical of- shopping and hotel/dining com- The Greenbelt City Council beer or wine to the tables. (3) ments for beer and wine service fice building in Greenbelt East plex that was annexed by the city met with representatives of the The boundary of the outdoor on the outdoor patio. were approved but never imple- more than 20 years ago. To the New Deal Café on Monday, June New Deal Café property is to be Financial Update mented by then-owners Dimen- south is the undeveloped Sunrise 11 to discuss conditions the city clearly delineated with some type New Deal Café members also sions Healthcare System. Over property, recently included in the hopes the county liquor board of separation from the adjacent provided council with an update the years many revisions of the city’s Forest Preserve; to the east will attach to the Café’s request public (city) property. (4) There on the Café’s financial status original site plan had been pre- and north and west are devel- to serve alcohol outdoors on its is to be regular supervision of the and how it is dealing with cash- sented before Dimensions bowed oped commercial properties in the patio. Early in May the city outdoor area. flow and indebtedness problems out permanently. Trade Center. learned that the Prince George’s More Conditions since the board election and new When Caperian, Inc. arrived According to city planners, County Board of License Com- In the meantime, council management at the Café. May on the scene, the new owners the facility will be partitioned missioners (BLC) had on its met with representatives of the stressed that the Café was hold- sought approval of a nearly iden- into condominium units sold to May 9 agenda the request from Roosevelt Center Merchant’s As- ing more frequent membership tical proposal for development of doctors. Individual practices will the Café. An additional request sociation and received additional meetings which helped stabilize an outpatient medical care center focus on orthopedic medicine. was to change the organization’s suggestions for conditions that operations. on roughly 2.7 acres of land on a Included will be an arthritis pain names on the license since its the group felt should be applied Additionally the Café has nearby tract known as Maryland center, out-patient surgical suites election of a new board of direc- by the BLC to any approval of benefited from several festivals Trade Center IV (Parcel 1), the and doctors’ offices. tors. the New Deal Café request. The and events at Roosevelt Center last piece of land in the Mary- Detailed Site Plan In a May 9 letter to the BLC, June 11 worksession was thus this spring, including the Green land Trade Center development. Former applicant Caperian City Manager Michael McLaugh- arranged to discuss the proposed Man Festival, a Blues Festi- Originally the proposed facility remained on the scene until the lin requested that consideration conditions with the Café leaders. val and the recent Art Auction was sited on part of Parcel 4, the Prince George’s County Planning of the New Deal Café request be All members of council were held at the Café. The auction Holiday Inn tract. Board adopted the project’s De- deferred until the city council had present, as well as McLaughlin, was arranged by the Café Arts Now a facility called the Am- tailed Site Plan (DSP) on July 20, time to fully consider and com- City Clerk Kathleen Gallagher Coordinator with the help of bulatory Care Center will rise 2006. (The Greenbelt City Coun- ment on the matter. and Lt. David Buerger and Sgt. Friends of the New Deal Café on property that is located a half cil in early June 2006 recom- The issue was thus on the Jerry Potts of the Greenbelt Po- Arts (FONDCA) and local art- mile southwest of the intersection mended approval of the DSP with May 14 agenda of council and, lice Department. ists. The festivals helped bring of Greenbelt Road and Hanover conditions.) Since then Caperian in a May 16 follow-up letter to Representing the New Deal patrons to the Café and the Cen- Parkway at the terminus of Ha- transferred the Ambulatory Care the BLC, Mayor Judith F. Davis Café were Peter May, the Café’s ter and the live auction proceeds nover Drive. The street address Center to Manekin Corporation expressed appreciation for its de- new president; board members of nearly $2,300 will be used to of the new center will be 7300 ferral of the New Deal Café’s re- David Ziegler, Dorian Winterfeld replace needed Café food prepa- Hanover Drive. See HEALTH, page 8 quest for outdoor alcohol service. and Elena Khasanova and Café ration equipment. Her letter noted that a majority General Manager Joel Moodie. May also reported that the of councilmembers voted to sup- May reported that the Café’s organization was now current port allowing the Café to serve license had been changed to re- with the IRS and with the city on Museum to Host Lecture alcohol outdoors on an adjacent flect the name changes stem- the use of the Community Center sidewalk/patio. ming from the new organization. kitchen charges but that costs On Greener Greenbelt Four listed conditions were May’s name is now on the li- and cash flow still present chal- by Megan Searing Young included, however: (1) No plas- cense along with those of Win- lenges. Café leadership continues tic cups or bottles are allowed terfeld and Ray Stevens. Based to work on those challenges and outside. The beer and wine is on the city’s communications, the has enlisted the services of a On Tuesday, July 17 at 7:30 p.m., the Greenbelt Museum will only to be served in glasses. (2) BLC advised the New Deal Café new bookkeeper and the advice host a lecture, “The Greener Table service is to be required to maintain discussions with the of a CPA. at the outdoor tables. Patrons city to develop a more specific Greenbelt Initiative: a Participa- tory Process for Preserving and are not allowed to carry their agreement on proposed require- See COUNCIL, page 6 Upgrading Historic Greenbelt.” The program will be held at the New Deal Café in Roosevelt Greenbelt Middle School to Be Center. The evening’s focus will be a discussion of the Greener Green- Replaced at a Cost of $41 Million belt Initiative (GGI), a work- by Mary Moien ing partnership between Green- belt Homes, Inc. (GHI) and the Both speakers, Jim Cohen American Institute of Architects and Carl Elefante, have devoted On June 14 the Greenbelt that final decisions had been school is completed.” (AIA) Potomac Valley Chapter. much of their careers to explor- News Review published excerpts made. The question remains – what They explain that the two-year ing issues such as smart growth, from a letter to Greenbelt Middle A communication from John are the plans for repairs needed initiative will create a vision and community planning and revi- School Principal Judy Austin White, the school board’s pub- in the old building if it is to con- a strategic plan for livability, talization, and sustainable, green sent by County Councilmember lic information officer, pointed tinue to house students for the sustainability, affordability and architecture and development. Ingrid Turner following her tour out that the $41.8 million is the next several years? According to preservation in historic Greenbelt Cohen, a Greenbelt resident, of the school. Turner found the amount that is in the current White after the students relocate for the next 30 years. is director of the Urban Stud- school to be in deplorable condi- budget for Fiscal Years 2008- to the new school, newer portions Ideally, the strategic plan will ies and Planning Program at the tion. Other board of education 2013 for the school. This money of the old school will be demol- guide GHI in its capital outlays University of Maryland where members have recently visited reflects the current approved plan ished and the historic portions and operational spending. Orga- he has been a member of the the school and are in agreement for the school which is a to- retained for a use that has not nizers feel that participation by faculty since 1990. His courses that delays in construction at the tal replacement of the existing yet been determined. GHI members and other historic have included planning history school must be stopped. school, plus renovating the 1937 Future Needs Greenbelt stakeholders is critical The News Review has been in and 1945 historic portions of the The current plans and project to the success of this effort. See MUSEUM, page 6 contact with city staff and with building. cost for the new middle school the school board to try to obtain White indicated that this re- do not reflect any reference to more information. view of the project had been the elementary/middle school What Goes On City staff have indicated that transmitted to Turner and other combination designs and propos- Monday, July 9 they had scheduled a stakeholders school board members on June als regarding AIMCO. (Apart- 7 p.m., Recycling and Environment Advisory Committee, Com- meeting with the Board of Educa- 12. ment and Investment Manage- munity Center, Room 103 tion but that it had been canceled White continued, “The project ment Company is the owner of 8 p.m., Regular City Council Meeting, Municipal Building (Live by the board. Staff has been is moving forward as a middle- Springhill Lake apartments whose trying to reschedule the meeting school replacement. The archi- plans to redevelop may result in on Channel 71) to learn more about the plans tect is beginning the design and a significant increase in school Thursday, July 12 for renovation or replacement of the new school will be completed population.) The development of 7:30 p.m., Community Relations Advisory Board, Municipal the 70-year-old Greenbelt Middle in 2010. The students will oc- the South Core of Greenbelt Sta- Building, Council Chambers School. The city was not aware cupy the old school until the new tion is expected to begin soon. Page 2 Thursday, July 5, 2007

A View from the East Grin Belt Letters to the Editor Celebrate THANKS donations can be made by checks Early, Late? I would like to take the op- payable to FONDCA and mailed portunity to thank the Greenbelt to 37H Ridge Road, Greenbelt. by Anne-Marie Hamma Elementary School staff, parents, If you wish your donation to be students, volunteers and the entire applied to the new fund, write Over here in Greenbelt East Greenbelt community for allowing “Arts & Music Sustaining Fund” we celebrate the 4th of July a me to become an integral part of on the check. little differently. This does not Barbara Simon, President their Greenbelt family during the refer to our patriotism or our love Friends of New Deal last 10 years. for barbecue but rather regarding Café Arts (FONDCA) The celebration and dedication how we watch fireworks. Here of the nature trail in my honor in the East we actually celebrate was above and beyond anything THANKS the 4th on the 3rd. I have ever experienced or imag- Thanks to all who donated Let me explain. ined in my almost 40 years in blood on June 26 at the Greenbelt The Greenbelt Lake fireworks education. Municipal Building. The blood show is too far away for us to We have worked collabora- collected at the drive will help the see. If we want to watch fire- tively as a team through the years American Red Cross continue its works from the comfort of our to meet our county and state goals service in the face of the nation’s own front stoops, we can watch and objectives in order to achieve severe blood shortage. Thanks are the display that a church on academic excellence. given to the Red Cross personnel Good Luck Road sponsors on Together we have actively en- and volunteers for their outstand- the 3rd. ©2007 CONATY AGNES gaged our students to ensure that ing service. Since we celebrate the 4th they are lifelong learners and pro- The next scheduled blood drive on the 3rd, this requires extra "The Fourth of July fireworks will look ductive members of our society. is Tuesday, September 18 from vigilance to adequately remem- awesome when seen on an iPhone." I will greatly miss our students, noon to 6 p.m. at the Greenbelt ber our forefathers and why this staff and the community as my Youth Center (new location). great country was started. It’s extended family. Call Janet Goldberg at 301- easy to get caught up in the I wish Kim Seidel much suc- 397-2212 to make an appointment day’s activities and forget the cess and happiness in her new if you have not been contacted by struggles and sacrifices made Md. Scenic Byways Guidebook Offered position as principal of Greenbelt the Red Cross. Walk-ins will be so we can eat grilled food, go Elementary School. I’m positive accepted to fill spaces for people swimming and watch fireworks. Those braving the roads de- Escape, reliving the pursuit of that the Greenbelt community will who do not appear for their ap- But we should remember that spite high gas prices may want John Wilkes Booth after his embrace and support her also. pointments. citizens of these to download the free Maryland assassination of President Abra- Katherine Curl Janet Goldberg, are “endowed by their Creator Scenic Byways guidebook and ham Lincoln; and the Mason Recreation Coordinator with certain unalienable Rights, companion map. The duo feature and Dixon line traveling along that among these are Life, Liber- a variety of historic and scenic Maryland’s northern edge to dis- ty and the pursuit of Happiness” experiences just off the beaten cover the boundary symbolizing THANKS (Declaration of Independence). path. Maryland’s role as a “Border As a lifelong resident of Green- So, lest we forget, others Featured are 19 byways cov- State.” In addition, three des- belt I wish to recognize again the came before us and fought – in- ering 2,487 miles. While explor- ignated America’s byways are fine quality and services of the tellectually and physically – to ing roads less traveled, tourists featured: the Historic National city and Greenbelt Homes, Inc. create and sometimes preserve may discover four new byways Road, Catoctin Mountain and Our parents Anthony and Cath- these ideals. That’s what we featuring national themes: the Chesapeake country. erine Madden were Greenbelt must remember – freedom only Star Spangled Banner, tracing To download the guide- Kim Seidel and Kathy Curl pioneers. I was born in 17 Court comes with struggle and sacri- the British invasion of the Ches- book and map visit www.mary- of Ridge Road. My husband fice. apeake Bay during the War of landroads.com and go to the Frank and I raised our family in As we celebrate our indepen- 1812; the Antietam Campaign, “Explore Maryland” heading. To THANKS GHI and still live on Woodland dence, I hope you all had a hap- following one of the bloodiest order hard copies call 1-877-MD- We wish to thank the over 100 Way. As long as I can remember py 3rd – I mean, 4th of July. battles of the Civil War; Booth’s BYWAY (1-877-632-9929). folks who attended last Friday the greatest blessing of living in night’s (June 29) benefit concert Greenbelt is the community spirit at the New Deal Café. Special which begins and is sustained by thanks go to the Chromatics, who the fine organizations of the city donated their time and talent for like Greenbelt Homes, Inc. their performance, and to Tonic As I was collecting large leaf and Gin and Euphonism, who also bags from the maintenance office Greenbelt performed for free. Thanks also at GHI I mentioned the grow- to all the volunteers who helped ing shrubs on the much-traveled to organize this event. Hillside Road walkway. Within News Review A wonderful evening was en- the next few days I spotted the Correction AN INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER joyed by all and we received over GHI landscaping crew at work Oops, we goofed. The 15 Crescent Road, Suite 100, Greenbelt, Maryland 20770-1887 $1,300 in donations at the door! on the sidewalk. When I pulled News Review didn't mean These funds will get our new Arts over and talked with them it was to trash the mayor last [email protected] and Music Sustaining Fund off to 96 degrees. George, Richard and week. The headline should 301-474-4131 • FAX 301-474-5880 a great start! This fund was cre- Winston had done a magnificent have read “Greenbelt's ated to help defray the costs of job and were the finest gentle- Alfred M. Skolnik, President, 1959-1977 Mayor Judith Davis Joins Elaine Skolnik, President, 1977-1985 maintaining dedicated arts space at men a lady could meet. I want Second Annual Potomac President Emeritus, 1985- the Café. FONDCA is a nonprofit to thank them personally and GHI Watershed Trash Treaty” organization and all donations again for making Greenbelt the on page 16. Editor: Mary Lou Williamson 301-441-2662 to the fund and to FONDCA in greatest place to live. Assistant Editor: Barbara Likowski 301-474-8483 general are tax-deductible. All Therese Stringfellow News Editor: Elaine Skolnik 301-598-1805 Assistant to the Editor: Eileen Farnham 301-513-0482

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Greenbelt Community Center at 15 Crescent Rd. City of Greenbelt OFFICE HOURS: Monday 2 - 4 p.m., Tuesday 2 - 4, 8 - 10 p.m. COMMUNITY MEDIATION BOARD Thursday, July 5, 2007 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 3 Community Events GHI Notes Explorations Takes Live Music Will Play Help with Removal Skateboard Contest Monday, July 9, 7 p.m., Alpine Adventure At New Deal Café Of Invasive Plants Comes to City 7/15 Greener Greenbelt Initiative Cha- On Friday, July 13 the summer Blues and jazz piano musician Help protect The Recreation Department rette & Baseline and Benchmark Explorations Unlimited travel vid- and artist John Guernsey of Tako- from harmful invasive plants. is hosting and co-sponsoring a Working Group eo series continues with an Alpine ma Park, known as “piano man” Residents may join in a hands-on Mid-Atlantic Skate Series skate Tuesday, July 10, 7 p.m., Adventure. Discover beauty and to patrons of the New Deal Café, nature preservation activity and boarding competition at the skate Sustainable Design and Practices excitement in a travel adventure plays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. every learn about native and non-native park on Sunday, July 15 from 9 Committee meeting starting in France and Italy. View Friday and Saturday night. plants on Saturday, July 7 at 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 11, 7:30 the Olympic legacy of Chamo- Performance times for the fol- a.m. in the Sweetgum Picnic Area. This event will feature some p.m., Architectural Review Com- nix, the bountiful vineyards of lowing events (except as noted) The program will be held every of the area’s best skateboarders mittee meeting the Savoie, elusive chamois and are Tuesdays through Thursdays first Saturday of the month come showing off their skills in the Saturday, July 14, 11 a.m. to ibex (types of goats), the spell 7 to 8:45 p.m., Fridays and Sat- rain or shine. Wear appropriate big bowl (only) of the Greenbelt noon, Air Conditioning Workshop of Italy’s Lake District, mouth- urdays 8 to 10:45 p.m. and Sun- clothing, work gloves, insect and Skatepark. At this time there sponsored by the SDP Commit- watering fondue and gnocchi and days 5 to 7:45 p.m. tick repellent and bring a lunch or are approximately 381 registered tee explore the spectacular beauty of Friday, July 6 is Open Mike snack. members of the skate park – 112 Monday, July 16, 6:30 p.m., the Dolomites. for performers of music, poetry, Greenbelt Park’s entrance is lo- are residents. Communications Committee Next, travel to Switzerland and whatever. Come one, come all. cated between Kenilworth Avenue Wednesday, July 18, 7 p.m., see the ski runs of St. Moritz. Saturday, July 7, finds original and the -Washington Woodlands Committee Enjoy ice climbing and dog sled- folk musician Mike Elosh, a root- Parkway at 6565 Greenbelt Road. Thursday, July 19, 7:30 p.m., ding, watch as farmers make real sy, poetic, authentic songwriter, For more information call Board of Directors Swiss cheese. Listen closely to on stage from 8 to 11 p.m. Greenbelt Park at 301-344-3944 Unless otherwise noted all the sounds of the alphorns and On Sunday, July 8, enjoy or visit the webpage at http//: events will take place in the GHI yodeling and observe as watches brunch with the light jazz of the www.nps.gov.gree/. Administration Building. Com- are handcrafted. Finally, travel to Magic Ray Jazz ensemble from mittee and board meetings are Austria and Germany, take a stun- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Then from 7 open; members are encouraged ning balloon ride over the Tyrol, to 9 p.m. on Sunday, the Starlight to attend. experience Christmas Austrian Shimmy Eastern Dance Showcase style and raise steins at Munich’s will perform and on Wednesday, Rocket Boosters Oktoberfest. July 11, it will be the Brena Start with Big Bang Explorations Unlimited is held Belly Dance company. Leading off a 38th Moon Land- every Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Thursday, July 12 is The New ing Commemoration“Learning, the Greenbelt Community Cen- Open Mike “where intelligence is Living, Fun” program will be ter. This video will be shown not a problem.” Friday, July 13 two speakers for the “learning” in the senior lounge, room 111. will be a Songwriters Showcase part. The five-day event begins Everyone is welcome to attend. and on Saturday, July 14 the Fes- on Tuesday, July 10 at 7 p.m. at Call 301-397-2208 for more in- tival of the Song. Grenoble Hall with two featured formation. Art, Too speakers who will discuss the The Art Opening is held the 38th anniversary of the Apollo New Social Group first Sunday of each month. Af- 11 moon landing of July 20, ter a regular day, the Café closes For City’s Disabled from 6 to 7 p.m. to prepare for 1969. The St. Hugh Knights The newly forming Greenbelt the art show held from 7 to 9 of Columbus and the National Disability Connection will hold a p.m. Light fare is available dur- Association of Rocketry Head- “get-together” social from 2 to 5 ing the opening. quarters Astro-Modeling Section p.m. on Sunday, July 8. This is are co-sponsoring the program to The New Deal Café is open a chance for people in the com- 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday promote interest in space science unity who are disabled to get m through Thursday, Friday 10 a.m. by young people. together for fun and enjoyment. to 11 p.m., Saturday 8:30 a.m. St. Hugh’s School teacher The group will meet at the New to 11 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. Marjorie Sparks, ACE Teacher Deal. If the weather is pleasant to 8p.m. Award recipient, Maryland State the meeting will move outdoors Knights of Columbus Teacher of Performers, artists and sched- in Roosevelt Center. The purpose ules are updated frequently so the Year and NASA Teacher Ar- of this meeting is to get to know gonaut for the JASON Program, call 301-474-5642, email ndc-mu- each other and to discuss future [email protected] or visit the will speak to participants about plans. “opportunity.” Sparks is the 7th New Deal for more information grade homeroom teacher and or to see about joining the lineup the science teacher for grades 7 Computer Club of talent. and 8. Meets Thursday The Greenbelt Computer Club Following Sparks, pres- At the Library th ent Grand Knight Larry Hill- will meet on Thursday, July 12 at Storytimes � The 7 Annual � iard will introduce a famous the Community Center, in Room Tuesday, July 10, 10:30 and 11 “frequent”visitor to Greenbelt in 103 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. All are a.m. Cuddletime for newborns to the past year – Dr. John Mather, welcome. 17 months with caregiver; limit Festival of the Song the first NASA employee to win 15 babies. the Nobel Prize in Physics for his Senior Softballers Wednesday, July 11, 10:30 and work on the Cosmic Background Upset Carroll Co. 11 a.m. Toddlertime for ages 18 Explorer. He is currently work- The “Greenbelters” of the Bal- to 35 months with caregiver; limit ing as NASA Chief Scientist timore Senior Softball League 15 children. and on the James Webb Space came from behind to beat the Thursday, July 12, 10:30 a.m. Telescope. “In the footsteps of leaders of their division, Carroll Drop-In Storytime for ages 3 to the queen, we are celebrating the County, by 15-13 on Monday, 5; limit 20 children. anniversary of ‘one giant leap for July 2 “up yonder.” Playing mankind,’” says event organizer almost 60 miles from home, the Hilliard. Greenbelters lived up to their Both talks are timed to en- name by bashing 22 hits. Dave OLD GREENBELT courage participation by all area Kerr led the way with a triple model rocketeers in the two fol- and three singles. Harlan Park THEATRE th lowing rocket booster activities in July 14 , 10:30 am to 8:00 pm - Free! - in Roosevelt Center hit a triple and two singles; John WEEK OF July 6 Greenbelt, a “living” event camp- Horstkamp and pitcher-manager ing at Greenbelt Park on Satur- Melissa Sites � Frank Castle Ray Reed each singled three Evening Morning Music Matinee for the yo ung at heart day, July 14 and a “fun” model times. (PG-13) rocketry event on Sunday, July Songs for kids (of all ages) 10:30 am to Noon Willy White lofted a triple and (No coupons or passes ______15 at Goddard Visitor Center. a single; Larry Dandridge, Mac accepted Fri. - Sun.) Starting at 1pm For more information about the McNamara and Fred Bohle got Rocket Boosters planned activi- Friday two hits apiece. Newly-returned *5, 7:30, 9:45 The Brothers � Austin Stahl ties visit the registration website Jim Harbaugh singled; Jim Dugan Saturday Woody Lissauer � Ash Dawood at http://www.sthughs.com/rock- plugged short centerfield. *2:30, *5, 7:30, 9:45 etboosters/2007/. Down 8-3, Greenbelt silenced Syl Smith � Acacia Sears the local fans by taking the lead Sunday And a special return app earance by midway. They held on in the *2:30, *5, 7:30 The Galen Kipar Project 9th inning with a runner on base Monday – Thursday as rightfielder Lefty Smith made *5, 7:30 In case of rain, the music will move inside the New Deal Café. an “ice-cream” catch of a long *These shows at $6.00 This event is produced by the NewD ealCaféCo-opwit h help from Public fly ball. 301-474-9744 • 301-474-9745 Works and the generous contributions from people like you. 129 Centerway ______www.pgtheatres.com This event is spons ored by the Fri ends of New Deal Café Arts, wit h support from the City of Greenbelt, and Pri nce George's County. Page 4 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, July 5, 2007 The Festival of the Song Groups Offer Support For Adoptive Parents Will Enliven the Center Daikon Adoption Services, a program of Daikon Lutheran So- by Leslie Brothers cial Ministries, will hold monthly support groups throughout Mary- land for families who have ad- On Saturday, July 14 the New Galen Kipar Project” with a re- opted children, are waiting to Deal Café will host the seventh peat appearance in Greenbelt at adopt or are interested in possibly annual Festival of the Song at 7 p.m. These three musicians becoming foster and/or adoptive Roosevelt Center. Free live mu- are inspired by classical, jazz, parents. sic will be presented rain or shine blues, soul, folk and world beat, The next meeting in Prince from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. This singer-songwriters such as Joni George’s County will be held event celebrates the art and joy Mitchell, Paul Simon and Cat July 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Trin- of song writing. This region Stevens. Their music is poetic, ity Lutheran Church, 6600 Lau- has many great songwriters that original and eclectic in style. rel-Bowie Road in Bowie. Who are the Divine Messengers that most people don’t get a chance Not to be missed. All support groups are free Baha’u’llah spoke about? (Part 1) to see – the Festival of the Song For additional festival infor- and open to anyone interested Bahá’u’lláh taught that there is one God whose successive brings some of these voices to a mation including any schedule in adoption. Light refreshments revelations of His will to humanity have been the chief civilizing larger audience. adjustments in the event of and free childcare will be avail- force in history. The agents of this process have been the Divine To whet appetites for Sat- inclement weather call the New Messengers. People have seen them as the founders of separate able. urday’s main event there will Deal Café at 301-474-5642. religious systems but their common purpose has been to bring the To register call Kristy Caceres be an open mike at the New This festival is sponsored by human race to spiritual and moral maturity. at 1-877-DIAKON-7 (1-877- Deal Café on Thursday July12. Friends of New Deal Café Arts 342-5667), option 4 or email Greenbelt Bahá’í Community Mixed in with the original songs and is made possible in part [email protected]. PO Box 245, Greenbelt, MD 20770 will be tributes to each perform- by support from the City of 1-800-22-UNITE 301-345-2918 er’s favorite songwriters. On Greenbelt and Prince George’s www.mysite.verizon.net/greenbeltbahai www.bahai.us Friday night “The Galen Kipar County. Project” (www.galenkipar.com) will appear, featuring the young songwriter and composer Galen Mowatt Memorial United Methodist Church Greenbelt Community Church and his musical companions 40 Ridge Road, Greenbelt UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Jon Morrow and Jeremy Young. www.greenbeltumc.org 301-474-9410 This is their first time appearing Rev. Dr. Paul C. Kim, Pastor Hillside & Crescent Roads in Greenbelt and their appear- Phone: 301-474-6171 mornings ance at the songwriter festival Sunday School 9:45 am Worship Service 11:00 am www.greenbelt.com/gccucc/ is part of an east coast tour. Prayer Meeting Sun. 9:45 am Sunday Worship They will close the festival on Handicapped Accessible Come As You Are! 10:15 a.m. Saturday at 7 p.m. Daniel Hamlin, Pastor The Festival of the Song "A church of the open mind, the warm heart, opens with a kids’ show, featur- the aspiring soul, and the social vision..." ing Melissa Sites playing songs Paint Branch Unitarian Universalist Church for young ears. Sites is a stu- 3215 Powder Mill Road, Beltsville/Adelphi dent of American folk music Phone: 301-937-3666 www.pbuuc.org and has a collection of tunes Welcomes you to our open, nurturing community HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH designed to engage and delight July 8, 10 a.m. 6905 Greenbelt Road • 301-345-5111 young folks. Some Greenbel- “To Tell the Truth” by Barbara Wells ten Hove, co-minister ters may know Sites from the with Michael Leger, worship associate. children’s music classes she’s (Summer Fun – Multi-age gathering for children 5 and up, Kelly Room) Summer Worship taught at the Community Center. – Barbara W. and Jaco B. ten Hove, co-ministers Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Kids should plan to get their (Memorial Day to Labor Day Weekend) parents up early on Saturday to bring them down for the music matinee. In addition, banjo ST. HUGH OF GRENOBLE CATHOLIC CHURCH Bible Study & Worship man Frank Castle will be telling 135 Crescent Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 stories and singing tunes about Fax 301-220-0694 • E-mail [email protected] happy trains and silly bears for 301-474-4322 the kids’ enjoyment. Mass Schedule: Every Sunday The main Festival starts at 1 9:00 a.m. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship p.m. with “The Brothers” play- Sunday 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. Congregation ing contemporary and diverse Saturday 9:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. Greenbelt Rec Center Mishkan16 Crescent TorahRoad songs. At 2 p.m. Austin Stahl Daily Mass: 7:15 a.m. takes over, with moody but ac- Sacrament of Penance: Saturday 3:45-4:45 p.m. 10 ORidgecto Road,ber Greenbelt,1 Sermo MDn: 20770 301-474-4223 cessible music. Woody Lissaver Pastor: Rev. Walter J. Tappe “AbusiAnng unpretentious, and Misu historic,sing th welcoming,e Lord’s liberal, Supp egalitarianer” steps up at 3p.m. He’s played Pastoral Associate: Rev. R. Scott Hurd synagogue that respects tradition and becomes your in and with artists including extended family in the 21st century. “Crack the Sky,” George Clin- Pastor Lou Redd ton and the “Gang of Four” Shabbat services: Friday evening(410)340-8242 at 8:00 PM, except 1st Friday of the month, and blends technical wizardry i.e. family service at 7:30 PM. Saturday morning services at 9:30 AM. with lyrical skills to impress the Educational programs…living for children K–12life and togetherfor adults. most dubious. Ashraf Dawod Combined innovative full family educational program for parents and children. comes on with his own style at Conversion classes. Concert choir. Social Action program. Opportunity for leadership development. 4 p.m., followed by Syl Smith Moderate, flexible dues. High holiday seating for visitors. at 5 p.m. Smith is an Annapo- . Sisterhood. Men's Club. Other Social Activities. lis area songwriter whose high Interfaith families are welcome. energy music tells stories of characters just a little off center. Historic synagogue dually affiliated with United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism Folksy, emo musician Acacia and the Jewish Reconstructionist Federation Sears takes the stage at 6 p.m. Capping off the evening is “The

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As we see the flowers bloom and trees turn green, it reminds us of the one who created Bible Study & Worship the serene nature in perfect harmony. It is our job now to keep this harmony in our dealings as well, as the Creator reminds us: 9:30 “Good Morning!!” Coffee and Snacks "The sun and the moon follow courses (exactly) 10:00 a.m. Bible Study 11:00 a.m. Worship Catholic computed; and the herbs and the trees bow in adoration. And the skies Greenbelt Rec Center 16 Crescent Road He (God) has raised high, and He has set up the balance (of justice), in Greenbelt Youth Center Community order that you may not transgress due balance. So establish weight with 99 Centerway (Behind the Community Center) of Greenbelt justice and fall not short in the balance!" – The Holy Qur'an, 55:5-10 October 8 Sermon: “”Hey, Hey, I’m A Believer?” July 8: The Advantages of Advertising MASS Pastor Lou Redd This is the guidance sent forth to mankind by God through the last Prayer for Pastor (410)340-8242Red on Katrina Mission Trip Sundays 10 A.M. Prophet, Muhammad (peace be upon him). For more information about 301-474-4499 410-340-8242 (cell) Municipal Building Islam, call 301-982-9463 or e-mail [email protected] or visit the …living life together website at www.islamguide.com. ...living life together Thursday, July 5, 2007 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 5

Campers Get Access The Best Plan Is to Plan Ahead in the Event of Evacuation To Meal and Snack Greenbelt has not participated to home, one a little far away. leaving. The Snack Shack and Wake- in a major evacuation. Under- Keep the vehicle gas tank filled. Be sure to remember prescrip- Congratulations to Public up Wagon programs provide easy standably, most Greenbelters are Learn alternate routes to a tion and other medicines. Lock Works Administrative Associate access to nutritious foods to help unaware of how to prepare when planned destination that could doors when leaving. Leave a Antoinette Conrad on her retire- combat the problems of juvenile the possibility seems imminent. possibly help avoid gridlocked note giving planned destination. ment after 19 years of service. obesity. Vending machine food For those who could use some highways. For those without cars, Check on neighbors who may Family, friends and coworkers is off-limits to city day camp- help, here are some pointers. plan how to leave using public need a ride. Prepare ahead of celebrated with her at a luncheon ers. Instead, the Snack Shack First plan ahead of time where transportation – learn alternate time. In an emergency there on June 29. sells nutritious snacks at lunch the members of the family will routes in case one is blocked. may be no extra time. To send information for "Our time and during after-care at low meet (phone service may be out). Prepare an emergency sup- A Message from the Public Neighbors” leave a message at prices. Snacks sold include rai- Select two locations. One close ply kit now to take along when Safety Advisory Committee 301-474-4892. sins, fresh fruit, baby carrots and 100 percent juice boxes. Menu items cost a quarter. Early-rising campers who at- tend before-care can buy a nutri- tious breakfast between 7 and 8:30 a.m. for 50 cents. Campers City Information have their choice of a bowl of Cheerios, a slice of whole-wheat toast with peanut butter or a bowl GREENBELT CITY COUNCIL of instant oatmeal, each with milk Municipal Building VACANCIES ON BOARDS & COMMITTEES and juice. Regular Meeting Volunteer to serve on City Council advisory groups. Vacancies exist on the: July 9, 2007– 8:00 p.m. City Notes Arts Advisory Board COMMUNICATIONS Forest Preserve Advisory Board Animal Control staff retrieved Presentations Youth Advisory Committee a python from Lakeside Drive - Small Cities and Towns Day - Proclamation during an eviction. Five kittens For more information, please call 301-474-8000. Petitions and Requests were taken into the shelter; a dog and a cat were adopted; and two *Committee Reports birds were taken to a wildlife LEGISLATION sanctuary. A Resolution to Negotiate the Purchase, Installation, and Mainte- The Planning Department sent nance Services of a Surveillance Camera System for Roosevelt Cen- Meetings for July 9-13 six warning notices regarding ter with Avrio Group Surveillance Solutions, Inc., of Easton, Mary- loud music, coordinated a site land, at a Cost of $39,518 (2nd Reading, Adoption) Monday, July 9, 7:00pm, Recycling and Environment Advisory visit with the pre-fab restroom Committee, at Community Center, Room 103. supplier for Buddy Attick Park Info: 301-474-8004. A Resolution to Designate City Officials Authorized to Sign Checks, and created aerial maps for the city manager. They also met Vouchers, Purchase Orders, and Payroll Checks for the City Of Monday, July 9, 8:00pm, Regular City Council Meeting, at with the Maryland Historical Greenbelt and to Repeal Resolution 851 (2nd Reading, Adoption) Municipal Building. (Live on Channel 71) Trust staff to do a final walk through of the bas relief friezes A Resolution to Repeal Resolution 1004 and to Establish Admission Thursday, July 12, 7:30pm, Community Relations Advisory and Mother/Child conservation Fees and Pass Rates for the Greenbelt Aquatic and Fitness Center, Board, Municipal Building, Council Room. work recently completed. Effective September 4, 2007 (2nd Reading, Adoption) Public Works This schedule is subject to change. For confirmation that a meeting is Each year the Brickman Com- An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 8, “Elections,” of the Greenbelt being held call the number listed above, or contact the City Clerk at 301- pany celebrates its Founder’s Day City Code, in Order to Revise Section 8-4, “Absentee Voting,” to 474-8000 or [email protected]. in honor of Theodore Brickman Empower the Board of Elections to Determine Whether a Ballot by performing a half-day com- Submitted Without a Sealed “Secrecy” Envelope Should Be Deemed munity service project. This year NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Brickman’s local office contacted Invalid (1st Reading) the city for possible projects. It Greenbelt Board of Appeals was decided to clear underbrush A Resolution to Amend Section 31, Titled “Election of Council,” of Variance Application 07-001-V at the historic Turner Cemetery, the Charter of the City of Greenbelt to Clarify a Certain Require- making that part of the cemetery ment for Holding a Runoff Election (1st Reading) more accessible. Notice is hereby given that the Greenbelt Board of Appeals A Resolution to Authorize the Negotiated Purchase of Certain Goods will hold a public hearing on July 9, 2007 at 7:30pm in the and Services from Various Vendors as Enumerated Herein When To- Greenbelt Community Center (Room 202), 15 Crescent Next Crime Watch tal Fiscal Year Purchases from Each Vendor Exceed Ten Thousand Road, Greenbelt, MD on an application filed by Ms. Cynthia Training July 31 Dollars ($10,000) (1st Reading) Randolph for consideration of a request for a 5 foot variance The next training session from the 25 foot yard setback requirement for the purpose of for crime watch volunteers OTHER BUSINESS constructing a deck to the rear of the home located at 6800 will be held on Tuesday, July - Finance Reporting for Political Organizations Green Crescent Court. For more information please contact 31 at 7 p.m. at the Greenbelt - Finance Reporting for Circulation of Petitions Police Station. Everyone is Terri Hruby at 301-345-5417. - Proposed Federal Capital Improvements Program 2008-2013 invited to attend. - Policy on Living Wage for City Employees

* Items on the Consent Agenda, indicated by an asterisk, will be Greenbelt CARES approved as recommended by staff, subject to removal from the SUMMER TUTORING PROGRAM FOR Academy Consent Agenda by Council. NOTE: This is a preliminary agenda, subject to change. Regular GREENBELT RESIDENTS Stadium Council meetings are open to the public, and all interested citizens Students in Grades 2-6. Theatres are invited to attend. If special accommodations are required for Wednesday Mornings from July 11-August 1 Beltway Plaza Mall any disabled person, please call 301-474-8000 no later than 10am on 9am-12pm Center Court the meeting day. Deaf individuals are advised to use MD RELAY at Tutoring in English grammar, composition, spelling, writing, 301-220-1155 711 or e-mail [email protected] to reach the City Clerk. All shows starting before 6 p.m. English literature, and math. $15 charge for materials. For more Are ONLY $5.00 information on how to register call 301-345-6660 ext. 2016. R = ID Required YOU MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE. (!) = No pass, No Discount Ticket GREENBELT AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTER Week of July 6 101 CENTERWAY 301-397-2204 FRI. – TUES. Attention Greenbelt Skatepark Members! UPCOMING SWIM MEETS 1408, PG-13 (!) The lower portion of the Greenbelt Skatepark will be Sat. July 7 and July 21 12:20, 2:40, 5, 7:20, 10 closed for skate board classes Monday thru Friday from Ratatouille, G (!) The Outdoor pool will open at 12:30pm on these days. 1, 3:45, 6:40, 9:45 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. June 18th thru August 17th. The Live Free or Die Hard, PG-13 (!) CHILDREN’S WEEKDAY LESSONS SESSION III park will remain open at all other times depending on 12:30, 1, 3:30, 4, 7:20, 8:40, Class Dates: July 16 – August 10 weather conditions. 9:45, 10:15 Passholders and Residents register: Saturday, July 14 The upper portion, the “Big Bowl” will remain open to the Evan Almighty, PG (!) Open Registration: Sun. July 15 through 2pm on Mon. July 16 public during these times. 12:30, 2:45, 5:15, 7:30, 10 For further information, please contact the Greenbelt Fantastic 4: Rise of the Silver ADULT CLASSES SUMMER SESSION II Surfer, PG (!) Recreation Department at 301-397-2200. Session Dates: July 16 – August 10 1, 3:15, 5:30, 7:45, 10:15 Passholders and Residents register: July 2 & 3 Transformers, PG-13 (!) 12, 12:30, 3, 3:35, 6:15, 7, Open Registration: July 4 until classes are filled For information on City Services, Events and 9:45, 10:15 Class listings are available in the Summer Recreation Brochure more visit www.greenbeltmd.gov Starts July 11 Harry Potter posted at www.greenbeltmd.gov Page 6 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, July 5, 2007

COUNCIL continued from page 1 MUSEUM continued from page 1 Problems that signs and posters create a Proposed Conditions Council also used the work- situation where patrons could The final item on the work- session as an opportunity to dis- not see inside the establishment session agenda was discussion and theory, planning process and cuss with the New Deal Café its and where employees could not on proposed additions to the set growth management. overall concerns with Roosevelt see the patio area from inside of conditions that the New Deal Elefante, AIA, LEED AP Center and certain activities not the Café. Café and the city could agree Gas Saving Tip (Leadership in Energy and En- necessarily related to the New Councilmember Edward on and make part of the BLC Pack light. According to vironmental Design Accredit- Deal Café but that have affected Putens suggested the use of approval of the Café’s request the Department of Energy, a ed Professional), brings another both the Center and the Café’s what are called A boards, or for allowing alcohol service loaded roof rack on a car can viewpoint to the discussion as business. The focus of the sandwich boards, to advertise within the Café patio space. decrease fuel economy by a principal with Quinn Evans discussion was the alleged inap- or announce upcoming events. Discussed were several addi- approximately five percent. Architects and project manager propriate behavior by unnamed Others suggested the placement tional elements that related to Also, every 100 pounds car- and lead designer for a broad “local colorful characters” in the of signs in “display” cases at- operational aspects of providing ried in a car reduces a typical spectrum of projects that include Center and its environs. tached to the Roosevelt Center service to the outside patio. car’s fuel economy by one to architecture, historic preserva- New Deal Café representa- structures in some way. Coun- These new suggestions in- two percent. So, when on tion, urban design and sustainable tives noted they were certainly cilmember Rodney Roberts cau- cluded a provision that service vacation or a long car trip, development. As director of Sus- aware of such individuals and tioned about requirements of the to the outside would end one put everything possible inside tainable Design for Quinn Evans, have on occasion asked them historic façade easements that hour prior to the Café closing the vehicle and pack light. he has lectured nationally on his- to leave the Café because of would restrict sign placement on time. Another dealt with up- – Sierra Club toric preservation and sustainable inappropriate behavior or lan- the structure. keep of the outdoor area of the design topics, including recent guage and have also requested Davis mentioned that on a Café and how to enforce the programs at American University, help from the Greenbelt Po- recent visit to Minneapolis she rule regarding patrons not be- the University of Pennsylvania lice Department if the offend- was struck by the effective use ing allowed to carry alcoholic would also be needed to clearly and the National Trust for His- ing person(s) refused to leave of kiosks in public spaces. She beverages to their table. A no delineate of the boundary for toric Preservation. the premises. The “police as said that although a kiosk had smoking proviso for the out- the New Deal Café’s outdoor In addition to the lecture agents” model was suggested been suggested years ago for door Café area and a clear view area of responsibility. Davis scheduled for July 17 organizers by council as an approach used the Roosevelt Center and was available from inside the Café asked that the Café submit the of the Greener Greenbelt Initia- by other businesses in Greenbelt turned down, such a thing might to the outdoor seating area were proposed boundary delineation tive are planning a visioning ex- to effect arrests either for dis- be reconsidered. additional provisos. to the City Planning Department ercise or “charette” for September orderly conduct or trespass on The sign issue brought con- Café Agrees and to the Advisory Planning 28 to 30, which they believe will private property. cerns from several members The New Deal representatives Board. The boundary outline be extremely important if the ini- Councilmembers Leta Mach of the audience attending the indicated they could live with would be reviewed as well by tiative is to succeed in reaching and Konrad Herling said that worksession. Kim Kash noted all of the suggested conditions the city attorney. its goals. they felt there should be a dis- that the use of signage is very and would begin efforts to ad- A member of the audience tinction made between New limited for all Roosevelt Center dress the concerns even before suggested that although the city Deal Café business and op- merchants, especially for those the agreed set of conditions are could not require it, the delin- Local History erational problems from what located on the second floor. finalized. The city will rework eation should also be provided Books for Sale can be considered larger social Michael Cooney urged coun- the set of conditions and present to the building landlord George The Frederick S. DeMarr Li- problems related to behavior of cil to provide general guidance them for approval at a future Christacos. brary of County History, located some individuals in the Center. on signage to merchants but meeting. There seemed to be Herling suggested that the within the Marietta Mansion on Clear Windows said they should refrain from a sense that it would take some outdoor cafe arrangements used Bell Station Road, offers dupli- Another concern raised by telling the merchants how they time to fully resolve these is- in the Shirlington section of cate publications for sale on Sat- councilmembers was the exces- must comply with the guidance. sues and that during this time Arlington be visited to see how urdays from noon to 4 p.m. Stop sive posting of notices and post- Davis noted that the city’s plan- the operations at the Café could the delineations and barriers by to browse these treasures. ers on windows and doors of ning department is working on be assessed, as well as how the for outdoor seating areas were the Café. They were concerned the signage issue. conditions would be met. Time designed.

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Police Blotter under its entity MOR Dimensions south sides of the building. Each elevation has “a distinguished Based on information released by the Greenbelt Police Department. (no connection to Dimensions In a July 20, 2006, resolu- three-part design through a change Dates and times are those when police were first contacted Healthcare System) according to tion the Prince George’s Planning in brick color.” about incidents. David Meiners, senior developer Board approved the DSP for the The resolution also noted that, of the Manekin Corporation. Ambulatory Care Center along because the medical building is lo- Robbery Group Assaults Man Meiners said that all required with conditions. (Several condi- cated within the City of Greenbelt, June 27, 6000 block Springhill permits, including those dealing tions derive from covenants placed coordination between the county’s Drive, 2 a.m., a man reported In Old Greenbelt with construction, have been re- on the Maryland Trade Center Department of Public Works and that he went out to the parking On Friday, June 29 shortly ceived by Manekin. He expects property at the time the city an- Transportation and the city will be lot to get something out of his after 11 p.m., a resident was as- the Ambulatory Care Center to nexed the land.) required in dealing with internal vehicle’s trunk when he saw as saulted near the intersection of be completed in the first quarter Center Described roads. many as 10 males nearby. As he Crescent Road and Gardenway. of 2008. The care center is described as City planners emphasize that was looking in the trunk, one of The victim was taken to Prince The three-story 42,300 square a “three-story flat roof building the “city holds a covenant on the the males punched him, knocking George’s Hospital for treatment. foot building, located on the designed in a modern architectural Maryland Trade Center property him to the ground. He was then He had a concussion and leg 2.6673 Parcel 1 tract, will disturb style.” The building is surrounded that identifies the city as the plan- kicked several times by other injury. According to the police two acres, including space for the on the north, west and south sides approving agent for all matters persons and robbed of his wallet report, the man, who lives in a care center and required park- by on-site parking. related to signage, landscaping, and car keys. The man reported court near the intersection, heard ing and landscaping. In order to Elevations of the building fea- building specifications and other that he went home and went to a disruption outside his home and construct all three floors above ture a horizontal presentation with important design features.” The bed. When he awoke the next went out to investigate. He saw ground, retaining walls will secure fenestration pattern. landscape plan includes benches, day, he discovered that his car a group of several young women, the soil grades for construction. The main elevations (south and cafe-style tables and bicycle racks had been taken. The vehicle is who were then joined by several The care center will be ac- north) have two parts with a simi- planned for the two entrances. described as a black 2002 Chev- male youths. cessed through a private street off lar design. A vertically presented Council requested that the rolet Cavalier 2-door, Maryland The resident began to return Hanover Drive from the east of brick band, which is distinguished applicant make an effort to in- tags KNL192. The suspects are to his home when he was ap- the site. Two access points have in color from the rest of the eleva- troduce low-impact development described as 10 black males, one proached by one of the males, been shown on the private street tions, provides a visual variation techniques and green technologies was heavyset with hair in dread- who accused the resident of to the east leading to two turn- in composition. All elevations to the site to mitigate the effects locks, wearing a black shirt, blue throwing something at the girls. around features on the north and are finished with brick and glass. of stormwater runoff. and black sneakers, blue jeans The resident attempted to call the and a black hat. Another was police on his cell phone, at which light-complexioned, wearing a time three suspects punched and black T-shirt with a tiger on the kicked the man. One suspect front, blue jeans with a tiger de- then produced a handgun and $259,999 – 8012 Lakecrest Drive picted on one of the back pockets pistol-whipped the resident. The and black Nike boots. suspects ran away in the direction Assault of the Spellman Overpass. All brick townhouse with balcony. June 26, 6100 block Breeze- The suspects are described as Located in quiet and convenient wood Court, 10:38 p.m., a man males 15-17 years old, wearing Greenbelt community of Charlestowne reported that he was assaulted dark clothing. The victim who Village. Great Greenbelt location, so left the hospital July 2 will be for unknown reasons by a man you can walk to the lake and on crutches for a while and has who shot him in the head with community center. Swimming pool a bb-type gun. The victim was scrapes and contusions. Anyone having any informa- membership available for a low fee. transported to the hospital with Within the elite Eleanor Roosevelt minor injuries. tion regarding this incident is asked to call the Greenbelt Police school district. House shows great Arson with fresh paint and all new beige June 27, 9100 block Edmon- Department Criminal Investigation Unit at 240-542-2137. carpeting. A fast settlement will make ston Road, 12:01 a.m., unknown everyone happy! Contact Brenda person(s) set a fire in a laundry Slack at 240.417.9104. REMAX ONE room. The fire was extinguished; Next Crime Watch at 301.464.0044 no injuries were reported. Training July 31 June 27, 9100 block Springhill The next training session for Court, 6 a.m., unknown person(s) crime watch volunteers will be set a fire in a laundry room. The held on Tuesday, July 31 at 7 p.m. fire was extinguished and no in- at the Greenbelt Police Station. juries were reported. Everyone is invited to attend. Disorderly Conduct June 28, 9100 block Edmon- ston Court, 10:38 p.m., a non- a man of no fixed address with Brenda Slack * 240.417.9104 * [email protected] resident man was arrested and burglary. charged with disorderly conduct June 27, 6000 block Spring- after police responded to a re- hill Drive, 11:02 a.m., unknown port of a verbal altercation. The person(s) entered a residence by man was located and was told to way of an unsecured bedroom leave the area. He refused, con- window. Among the items taken tinued to shout profanities. He were a personal computer, a digi- was released on citation pending tal camera and a DVD player. trial. June 29, 6200 block Breeze- Trespass wood Drive, unknown person(s) June 26, 5900 block Cher- used unknown means to attempt rywood Terrace, 8:47 a.m., a to force open the front door of a nonresident man was arrested residence, damaging the lock and and charged with trespass after door frame. police responded to a report of a Vehicle Crimes person who had locked himself in Two vehicles were reported a laundry room. The door was stolen: a silver 2007 Chevrolet opened by maintenance; the man Tahoe, Maryland temporary tags was arrested and released on cita- 29904A from the 9000 block tion pending trial. Breezewood Terrace and a 1997 June 28, Beltway Plaza, 2:32 Mercury Grand Prix from the 7 p.m., a resident youth was ar- Court Crescent Road. A regis- rested for trespass when he was tration sticker was stolen from found inside the mall after he the 20 Court Hillside. had been banned by agents of Four vehicles were recovered the property. He was released by outside police departments on citation pending action by the with no arrests. juvenile justice system. Vandalism to, theft from and Vandalism attempted theft of vehicles were June 25, 6900 block Hanover reported in the following areas: Parkway, 10:40 p.m., unknown 7600 block Hanover Parkway, person(s) broke out the sliding 7800 block Chartwell Place, 7700 glass door of a residence. block Greenbrook Place, 22 Court Burglaries Ridge Road, 6200 block Breeze- June 18, 7800 block Walker wood Drive, 9000 block Breeze- Drive, 9:29 a.m., a commercial wood Terrace (two incidents), burglary was reported. 9100 block Edmonston Court, June 19, 6700 block Spring- 9300 block Edmonston Road, shire Way, 3:54 p.m., entry was 6000 and 6200 blocks Springhill gained by prying open a base- Drive, 9100 block Springhill Lane ment window; food was taken. and Beltway Plaza. A warrant was obtained charging Thursday, July 5, 2007 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 9

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Call erwashing, wood replacement, gutter Call for additional information. appliances. Soundproof both floors. 3 Kathy, 301-441-2463. cleaning, homeowners association A/C units, ceiling fans, washer/dryer, repairs. Quality workmanship, guar- REAL ESTATE – RENTAL flagstone patio, fenced yard. Move-in anteed lowest prices. Excellent refer- condition. For sale by owner. Price GREENBELT – Rent SFH, five minute ences. www.handymanpainters.com, Greenbelt Federal Credit Union reduced $214,500. Bring all offers. walk to NASA, 5 BR, 2 ½ BA, 1/4 acre, 240-671-8952. 301-775-4689 Your Community Credit Union since 1937. $1,295, CAC, in-law apartment, $895. PATTI’S PETSITTING – Let your 112 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD 301-552-3354 OPEN HOUSE - 7/7/07 12-2pm. 3K furry, feathered, finned or scaled friend Eastway, Greenbelt, MD. Beautiful 2 301-474-5900 FOR RENT – Lanham, Colonial house, stay at home when you go away! level townhouse, GHI area. Updates brick front. 4 BR, 3.5 BA, living room Petsitting by a Professional Animal Apply online at www.greenbeltfcu.com throughout! Brand new kitchen com- with gas fireplace, family room, eat-in Care Specialist. All types of animals! Interest rate is annual percentage rate subject to change. plete with new appliances. Washer/dry- kitchen, finished basement, fenced yard Insured! Very reasonable rates! Group er room. Screened-in porch. $238,000 with deck, 1 car garage. Avail mid-July. discounts! References available. Call Call 301-466-5434 for more details! 301-345-7112, 240-328-8356 Patti Brothers at 301-910-0050. SERVICES REAL ESTATE – SALE DECKS – Powerwashed and sealed YARD WORK – Mowing, weed or painted. Lower level, $100; upper OPEN HOUSE Sunday 1-3, 57C Ridge whacking, hedge trimming, leaf raking, level, $140. 301-213-3273 Road, $169,500, MLS#PG6429380. mulching. Call John, 301-442-8353. This gorgeous two bedroom townhome YARD/MOVING SALES is bright and airy with a fabulous view TRANSFER FILM, SLIDES, PHO- YARD SALE – Sat., 7/7, 8-1, 7105 of the beautifully landscaped back TOS – To VHS or DVD. Tape repair, Megan Lane. Wide variety, come take yard. This home boasts gleaming wood consumer editing. Photos made from a look! Rain date 7/14. floors, new fridge, newly glazed bath- videotapes, etc. HLM Productions, Inc. tub, backyard shed and an attic with pull 301-474-6748. TURN YOUR TRASH TO CASH down stairs. Available immediately. – Clean out your closets and garage COMPUTERS – Systems installation, Available for showing every day. James and make plans to share your treasures troubleshooting, network, wireless Hsu, Long and Foster Realtor, 443-812- with your neighbors. Advertise here computer design and upgrades, anti- 2860/443-535-8000, Fair Housing and and guarantee customers! virus, anti-spam, firewall. IBM, Dell, Equal Opportunity. COLLEGE PARK FARMERS' MARKET HP, Gateway. JBS, 240-606-6020, Saturdays: 7 a.m. until Noon HUNTING RIDGE CONDO – 2br/2ba, 301-474-3946. sep. DR, formal LR w/fpl., storage, Home & Business May 5 through November 17 HOUSECLEANING – Free estimates, closets galore, NEW bathrooms, NEW Improvements 5211 Paint Branch Parkway low rates. Weekly, biweekly, monthly. kit, NEW listing. Hurry, priced to sell Remodeling-Repairs-Int. & Ext. Painting Lynn, 202-316-4271 or 301-805- College Park, Maryland at $242,500. Call Larry, 301-656-2366. Bathrooms-Basements-Kitchens 8370. Ceramic Tile & Laminated Floors Executive Realty Services. Pressure Washing-Deck Care-Sheds Local farmers and market gardeners offering fresh Wisler Construction fruits and vegetables, fresh cut flowers, herb plants, & Painting Co. bedding plants, pesticide free garlic, honey, fresh Traditional Monuments Cremation baked good, herbal products and more! Funerals Service Serving Greenbelt since 1991 301-345-1261 Weekly entertainment including performances by www.wislerconstruction.com the Eleanor Roosevelt Band and "Night Bird," Donald V. Borgwardt Owner has over 20 years experience Member of the Better Business Bureau a singer specializing in oldies. Funeral Home, P.A. MHIC40475 Family owned and operated 4400 Powder Mill Rd.

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   7940 VANITY FAIR DRIVE, GREENBELT                     OPEN SUN 1-4PM   This townhome is stunning! Beautifully painted throughout and meticulously maintained by the   original owner. Three finished levels with rare two    master suites. The main level open floor plan leads     to a sundrenched deck looking over a landscaped    garden. This home is located in the sought after         Belle Point neighborhood just steps from the lake     and all that Old Greenbelt has to offer.      View this property on its website at: www.vanityfairdrive.com and stop by the open house.        We’re looking forward to seeing you!       James Grant   202.577.8428 c     202.338.6732 o Visit this and other fine properties at:     Bratton Realty   1622 Wisconsin Ave, NW www.grantrealestategroup.com   Washington D.C 20007  [email protected]

Page 10 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, July 5, 2007 Exhibit Highlights Garden Design The act of entering a garden GIVE BLOOD, GIVE LIFE is actually the acceptance of an on Wednesday, July 18 from 10 am to 3 pm. unvoiced invitation. The garden visitor enters a world that was at PGC Red Cross Hyattsville Office, 6206 Belcrest Rd. envisioned by the designer, a Call 1-800-GIVELIFE to schedule an appointment carefully wrought choreography of memorable experiences based in plants, space and structure. The process is particularly chal- lenging for designers of children’s gardens because they are trying JC LANDSCAPING Continental Movers to bridge generations as well as Beds trenched and mulched. Annuals, ornamental shrubs and Free boxes ideas about learning, imagination trees installed. Local – Long Distance and child development. Small tree removal. $80 x two men The beautiful and dramat- Shrubs and small trees trimmed $90 x three men ic drawings of Tres Frommé and pruned. 301-340-0602 (lead designer on the upcoming New lawn seeding or sod, other Children’s Garden at Longwood landscaping needs, 202-438-1489 Gardens) and his team are infor- 301-809-0528 www.continentalmovers.net mative of the link between vision and process in garden design. See the exhibit “Lines on Paper: How Fantasy Becomes a Garden” McANDREW, ZITVER, & McGRATH, P.A. in the West Gallery of the U.S. Attorneys at Law Jeannie Smith Botanic Garden. Quality and Personal Service The Botanic Garden is located • Personal Injury (Auto Accidents, Wrongful Death, Slip & Fall), at 100 Maryland Avenue, S.W., at • Estate Planning and Administration (Wills, Living Wills, POAs & Trusts), For All Your Real Estate Needs the foot of the Capitol building • Family Law (Divorce, Child Custody & Support), Commission Only—No Extra Fees • Corporate & Business Law in Washington, D.C. Cell: 301-442-9019 • G.H.I. Closings $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Main Office: 301-982-5899 CENTERWAY TAX Maryland Trade Center 1 & ESTATE SERVICE 7500 Greenway Center. Dr., Suite 600 111 Centerway Suite 204 301-220-3111 Roosevelt Center Year-Round Service NOTARY Regina O’Brien, Enrolled Agent 301-345-0272 301-441-8699 MHIC 12842 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ REMENICK'S IMPROVEMENTS OPEN HOUSE AMAZING HUSBAND Remodel, Repair, New Windows & Doors, SUNDAY, JULY 8TH HANDYMAN SERVICE Carpentry–Electrical–Plumbing Kitchens & Baths, Flooring, Small Jobs, 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Consulting–Appliance Repair Pressure Washing, Screen Repair, ****14 Greendale Place**** Specializing in Small Jobs Dryer Venting to Code, Wall A.C., ****18-E Ridge Road**** Mark Gitlis Gutters & Covers ****4-C Plateau Place**** 240-593-2535 ****16-S Ridge Road**** [email protected] (See descriptions below)

HELP WANTED Darling DRIVERS Drivers: CDL-A Real Estate Company Great Pay/Benefits! 7303 Hanover Parkway, Suite D Home Every Night! 4-C Plateau Place 5 Day Week Greenbelt, MD 20770 Three bedroom frame unit with a side-by-side refrigerator, new vinyl floor in the kitchen, washer, dryer, open staircase, built-in microwave, 877-600-2121 two built-in air conditioners, and much more. www.quickwaycarriers.com 301-580-3712 CELL $194,900 Exclusive Listing. Mary Luddy 301-474-1010 OFFICE Under [email protected] 31-A Ridge Road Contract

HARRIS’ 54-L Ridge Road Under LOCK & KEY SERVICE Contract "We open doors for you" 19-A Ridge Road Under Rekeying and Installing Law Offices of David R. Cross Contract Mobile/Emergency Service 301-474-5705 18-E Ridge Road Greenbelt 240-593-0828 GHI Settlements Family Law Two bedroom frame END UNIT with two air conditioners, carpeting, fenced yard, landscaped yard, storage shed, large deck and much more. Real Estate Settlements Personal Injury $182,900 Wills and Estates Traffic/Criminal Under 1-C Ridge Road Contract 30 Years of Legal Experience Two bedroom block unit with an ADDITION, A FIREPLACE AND A Roosevelt Center GARAGE located on the Library end of town. Freshly painted, new carpeting, new stove, new washer and sliding glass doors that lead to a patio on the garden side. $225,000

You know us as JOHN & TAM- 16-S Ridge Road MY, a household name in Greenbelt for over 14 years. This three bedroom frame unit has a remodeled kitchen, two air We are the experts at clean- conditioners, Pergo floors, carpeting, washer, dryer and fenced yards. ing your home and giving $204,900 you more time. Time for grandchildren, children’s 14 Greendale Place New recreation, and each other. Listing Call, let a familiar and trusted Lakewood/Single Family name help you out. The owner has taken care of the “big ticket items” in this single We offer : family rambler with 3 bedrooms, plus a den, 2 full bathrooms and –Weekly, bi-weekly, or a finished basement. A few of the items include new vinyl siding, monthly service –Spring cleaning any time upgraded electricity, new windows, new storm doors and kitchenette of the year off of the downstairs family room. You can move in just enjoy all –Window cleaning the improvements while you relax on the large deck or enjoy the –Help for special occasions landscaped, fenced yard which even has a pond, storage shed and a –FREE estimates large dog kennel. $449,900 Professionals with the Personal Touch Phone 301-262-5151 Thursday, July 5, 2007 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 11 Watkins Park Has Summer Concerts GIVE BLOOD, GIVE LIFE Realty 1, Inc. Watkins Regional Park, 301 at PGC Red Cross Hyattsville Office, 6206 Belcrest Rd. Watkins Park Drive in Upper Our 20th Year Serving You In Roosevelt Center Marlboro, is presenting its 9th Call 1-800-GIVELIFE to schedule an appointment annual “Concerts in the Park” 301 982-0044 R1MD.com series on Thursday evenings from 7 to 8:30 p.m. On July 12 “Part Harmony,” a Baltimore a capella singing group, will perform. Eat Better, Feel Better Bring blankets and beach Our nutritionists can help you meet your chairs. Train and carousel rides nutrition and exercise goals for disease are available before the concerts management, wellness or athletic start. Shows may be cancelled due to inclement weather. performance. For more information call 301-218-6700, TTY 301-218- Rebecca Bitzer & Associates 6768. The Eating and Exercise Experts Mary Michele Leonard Denise Linda Greenbelt 301-474-2499 Kingsley Southworth Wallace Parker Ivy 240 604-6605 240-286-4847 301-982-0044 202-538-1281 301 675-0585

COUNSELING Licensed MHIC GHI Townhome With Large Addition CENTER Bonded #7540 Insured Renovated 3 Br, 2 Ba home with large addition. Bedroom and bathroom Create Healthy Relationships on the main level! Hardwood floors, ceramic tile, laundry room & more! Feel Better — Enjoy Life! ������������������������������������������� GINNY HURNEY, LCSW-C Chelsea Wood Beltsville & Silver Spring Offices HOME REMODELING SPECIALIST Spacious 2 bedroom condominium in Greenbelt. Renovated bathroom, 301-595-5135 Replacement Windows • Siding • Roofing updated kitchen, carpet, balcony and lots of closing space. $212,500 WOMEN, MEN, COUPLES & TEENS Repairs • Florida Rooms • Decks • Painting ������������������������������������������� Kitchens • Additions • Bathrooms New Low Down Payme�nt Program For GHI! BRICK - BLOCK - CONCRETE Call now to find out how youGre canenb qualifyriar for this great program! Free Estimates/Town References This 3 bedroom condominium has new replacement windows through- “Serving Greenbelt For 30 Years” out.Now Remodeled is the time kitchen, to buy new your carpet, first home flooring - Don’t and miss more. the $254,900 great rates! Call Dick Gehring 301/441-1246 ������������������������������������������� GREENBELT SERVICE 8303 58th Ave. • Berwyn Heights, MD GHI Townhome - 2BR with Vinyl Siding CENTER Newly remodeled kitchen with modern appliances. Refinished hardwood Auto Repairs floors and ceramic tiling in kitchen, bath & entryway. Value ! $169,400 Want Free Yoga for a Year? ������������������������������������������� & Road Service $2,500 In Closing Help A.S.E. Certified Technicians This 3 bedroom home is one of the best values in Greenbelt! Wood lami- Maryland State Inspections nate flooring on top level. Modern kitchen with dishwasher. $184,900 ������������������������������������������� 161 CENTERWAY ROAD GREENBELT, MD 20770 Remodeled Home on 1/4 Acre Stone fireplace, large deck, completely remodeled kitchen with modern (301) 474-8348 appliances, garage and more! 3 bedrooms & 2 full baths. $399,900 ������������������������������������������� Corner Lot With Lots of Upgrades 4-C Plateau Place This stuuning 2 bedroom townhome has refinished oak hardwood floor- Three bedroom frame unit with a side-by-side refrigerator, new vinyl floor in the kitchen, washer, dryer, open staircase, built-in microwave, ing and modern kitchen. Large yard with patio and shed. $186,900 two built-in air conditioners, and much more. ������������������������������������������� $194,900 Exclusive Listing. Spa Three Bedroom Townhome Under Massage Therapy Walking distance to Roosevelt Center. Remodeled home with fresh paint 31-A Ridge Road Contract Hair Extraction Visit our web site to learn how to win & opened kitchen. $5,000 carpet allowance at settlement. $194,500 U.C. 54-L Ridge Road Under Nails all the yoga you want for a whole year! ������������������������������������������� Contract Spa Treatment Westchester Park 19-A Ridge Road Under Hours of Operation www.greenbeltom.com Contract Freshly painted 1 br condominium with hardwood flooring in living & Monday-Friday 9am-9pm dining rooms. Modern kitchen with updated appliances. $178,500 18-E Ridge Road Saturday, 9am-5pm ������������������������������������������� Two bedroom frame END UNIT with two air conditioners, carpeting, 133 Centerway fenced yard, landscaped yard, storage shed, large deck and much more. Greenbelt, MD 20770 Olney $182,900 Greenbelt Auto & Truck Repair Inc. 301-345-1849 Modern Split Foyer on a large wooded lot. 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Under www.pleasanttouch.com Garage, multi-level deck, renovated bath, and lots more! $499,900 1-C Ridge Road Contract 159 Centerway Road Two bedroom block unit with an ADDITION, A FIREPLACE AND A Greenbelt, Maryland 20770 ������������������������������������������� GARAGE located on the Library end of town. Freshly painted, new Snowden Oaks carpeting, new stove, new washer and sliding glass doors that lead to a 301-982-2582 patio on the garden side. $225,000 Rambler in Laurel with large family room addition. Den can be used as a www.greenbeltautoandtruck.com 4th bedroom. $0 down & $0 closing for qualified buyers. $359,900 A.S.E. 16-S Ridge Road ������������������������������������������� This three bedroom frame unit has a remodeled kitchen, two air Mike McAndrew Master Certified Technicians conditioners, Pergo floors, carpeting, washer, dryer and fenced yards. 240-432-8233 Brick Townhome $204,900 A complete service facility equipped to Hardwood flooring upstairs; new carpet and vinyl flooring on the main 2–L Eastway perform all service requirements that your level. Freshly painted. Walking distance to Roosevelt Center. $247,900 14 Greendale Place New 2 BD Block Listing manufacturer recommends to comply with ������������������������������������������� Lakewood/Single Family $225,000 Preventive Maintenance service sched- The owner has taken care of the “big ticket items” in this single Greenbriar family rambler with 3 bedrooms, plus a den, 2 full bathrooms and 9104 51st Ave. ules & extended warranty programs! Also, This is the best-priced 2 bedroom townhome on the market! Lots of a finished basement. A few of the items include new vinyl siding, College Park routine repairs that keep your vehicles improvements - priced thousands below the competition! $189,900 upgraded electricity, new windows, new storm doors and kitchenette SF, 2BR, 1 Bath off of the downstairs family room. You can move in just enjoy all operating safely and reliably. ������������������������������������������� the improvements while you relax on the large deck or enjoy the $334,900 landscaped, fenced yard which even has a pond, storage shed and a Brick Townhome large dog kennel. $449,900 • Now Offering! • 13–N Ridge Rd. Auto-body, collision repairs and theft recovery damage 2 large bedrooms, Cherry kitchen cabinets, updated bathroom. Backyard 4 BD, 2 BA A.S.E. Certified Technicians, with fenced garden, shed and large deck for relaxing. Nice! $248,900 $365,000 Insurance Claims Welcome. Free estimates, please call for appointment 301-982-5899 Your Greenbelt Specialists Page 12 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, July 5, 2007 Clarice Smith Hosts Piano Competition Blood Donors From July 10 to 21 the Clarice piano; a special series of Insight Urgently Needed Smith Performing Arts Center’s events, intimate interactions with The Red Cross has issued an 26th William Kapell International performers, composers and ex- urgent plea for donors to give Piano Competition Festival will perts; and free, interactive commu- blood as soon as possible. To celebrate the piano, pianists and nity events like the Grand Piano donate blood people must be in piano music in its many forms. Party and Open Piano Night. generally good health, at least 17 The competition and festival For ticket information visit years of age (16 years old with occur every four years, honor- www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu parental consent), weigh at least ing the name of William Kapell or call 301-405-2787. 110 pounds, not have received (1922-1953), an extraordinary a tattoo in the past year nor American pianist with an endur- Creek Study Fun donated whole blood within the past 56 days. ing legacy. Wear old sneakers or boots The next blood drive near The centerpiece of the cele- and help naturalists conduct a Greenbelt is on Wednesday, July bration is the International Com- creek study on Thursday, July 12 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at petition with 31 jury-selected from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Clear- the Prince George’s County Red pianists from around the world water Nature Center, 11000 Thrift Cross Chapter Office, 6206 Bel- competing. After preliminary Road in Clinton. crest Road in Hyattsville. rounds nine semi-finalists will Use dip nets to collect speci- The Red Cross is extending move to the solo and chamber mens for observation and classifi- the weekly raffle of a $250 gas rounds. From there three final- cation. Reservations are required. card for donors through the end ists will be chosen by the inter- This activity is for ages 6 and up. of August. Every donor will auto- national jury to perform with the There is a nominal fee. This is matically be entered. There will Baltimore Symphony Orchestra SMARTlink activity #100204. be one winner each week. in the culminating event of the For more information call 301- festival, the concerto round, on Call 1-800-GIVELIFE (1-800- PHOTO PHOTO BY ANNE GARDNER 297-4575, TTY 301-699-2544. 448-3543) to schedule a dona- Saturday, July 21. To sign up for classes and David, Elizabeth and Rebecca Gardner find a letterbox near tion appointment. Platelet do- In addition to the competition activities go to SMARTlink at Roosevelt Center. nors should call 1-800-272-2123. the festival includes evening guest www.pgparks.com or call 301- Groups wishing to organize a drive artist concerts with masters of 583-BOOK (301-583-2665). call 1-800-787-9282, ext. 4925. Letterboxing: Our Family classical, contemporary and jazz Finds a Fun New Hobby by Anne Gardner

Following clues, count- leave our mark in the book ing steps and lampposts . . . inside the box and use the THE does “X” mark the spot? . . . stamp from the box to print hidden treasure in hollow trees in our books. It’s fun to look and under fallen stumps. through each notebook to see My children and I have who found it before us. found a new hobby this sum- The letterboxes vary in mer: letterboxing. Thanks the amount of time and effort JANE to the Greenbelt Recreation required to find them. Six of Department and Arts Program them are hidden in or around intern Alex Butcher we don’t Roosevelt Center; most of have to leave Greenbelt to en- these are easy to find and joy this new hobby and have you only have to walk a few LOVE been learning about Green- feet between each clue. Two belt’s history along the way. letterboxes are at Greenbelt Butcher came up with the Lake and these involve a lot idea of letterboxing to cel- more walking. If you look ebrate the 70th anniversary of for both letterboxes on the the City of Greenbelt. Ten same trip, it will involve a ART “letterboxes” were hidden complete circuit of the lake. around Greenbelt and will re- (We took our bikes.) The main there all summer. Each remaining two letterboxes waterproof box contains a are hidden at Springhill Lake notebook, unique carved rub- and Schrom Hills Park. At ber stamp and ink pad. At the start of each set of clues, SALE the June Artful Afternoon at there is a short section tell- the Community Center, Butch- ing the history of that area of er guided us through mak- Greenbelt or about a person ing our own notebooks and or event connected with that Atholton Adventist School Gym personalized rubber stamps. part of Greenbelt. My chil- We then printed out the clues dren were very impressed to from the Greenbelt Arts web find out what an important 6520 Martin Rd., Columbia, MD page and set off hunting. city they live in! My children, David (9), To try letterboxing for f 29 at 32), July 8, 12-6 pm Elizabeth (6) and Rebecca yourself, you’ll just need a (NW o (almost 3) very much enjoy small notebook or journal searching for the boxes. Eliz- and a rubber stamp. You can abeth likes going down little make your own stamp or buy secret paths and David loves one from a craft store. The the idea of a treasure hunt. clues can be printed off the A once-in-a-lifetime experience They take turns at reading Greenbelt Arts web page at the clues and need very little http://www.greenbeltmd.gov/ help from me in finding where arts/. If you collect stamps they need to go. When we from all 10 letterboxes, you find a letterbox we use our can enter a drawing to win homemade rubber stamps to a prize. Happy hunting!

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