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The 11th District incumbent Gerry Connolly (left), Burgermeister Greg (From left) Ann Juliano of Bristow, Suzanne Scholte of Falls Church Burkheart of Vienna (center) and Delegate Mark Keam practice their and Janet Gorn of Montclair enjoy the late afternoon sun at a cam- Deutsche at Vienna’s Oktoberfest celebration. paign event in Gorn’s backyard. Local academics following the 11th Districts race say Poll Position there’s really no substitute for the strength of incumbency.

By Tim Peterson the perception he’s one of those hard-to- name recognition and funding, both factors ing Jeannemarie Devolites Davis, who used The Connection beat incumbents now,” said Mark J. Rozell, making it that much more difficult for out- to represent Vienna.” acting dean and professor of Public Policy siders to pull an upset. Travis believes a shift could come in “sort espite low public opinion of for the George Mason University School of As of an Oct. 15 OpenSecrets.org report, of purple” Northern Virginia, and issues like President Obama and a mini- Policy, Government and International Af- Connolly had raised $1,886,601, spent immigration have the potential to “become Dmally productive Congress, fairs. $986,053 and had $1,768,494 in cash on real change” in favor of a challenger, at least representative Gerry Connolly Connolly won his first two congressional hand. one with more election experience. has plenty going for him as the incumbent races by 12 points (2008) and 26 points Scholte, by contrast, had $42,856 on “It’s a training ground,” said Travis, “be- seeking re-election in Virginia’s largely (2010). hand, raised $224,457 and spent $182,601. cause these things shift in Northern Virginia. democratic 11th district. And now that he’s stuck around, proven Harrold was reported with $6,547 raised, Maybe next time [Scholte] might prevail.” Republican challenger Suzanne Scholte himself a winner, “most voters differenti- $4,583 spent and $1,962 on hand. Galdo As well, Rozell doesn’t discount the value and independents Marc Harrold (Libertar- ate between Congress as an institution and wasn’t part of the report. of third-party candidates in the electoral ian) and Joe Galdo (Green) have been try- their own incumbent member,” said Rozell. Toni-Michelle Travis, GMU associate pro- process. ing to use that unproductivity to their ad- “It doesn’t necessarily weaken any incum- fessor of Government and Politics, agrees “They can force major candidate to ad- vantage, citing their lack of experience in bent who may have the favor of his or her with Rozell that the race is “pretty clear- dress different issues that might get ignored elected office as affording an advantageous, constituents,” he continued. cut.” otherwise,” he said, “add something impor- fresh perspective. Scholte has come after Connolly for be- “He’s doing all the right things, but I tant to the debate that’s going on.” “They’re not only not hearing us, they’re ing “completely out of touch with people in wouldn’t say he’s got the seat indefinitely,” not taking the time to listen to us,” said this district.” Connolly has countered that, she said. Travis cited changing demograph- HARROLD AND GALDO have high- Scholte. “I think we see that in the partisan “there’s no excuse for people seeing you as ics in Northern Virginia as something in- lighted the need for more government trans- shift, the bitterness in how people are deal- getting distant. I come home every night. cumbents shouldn’t sleep on in future elec- parency as well as pragmatic planning for ing with each other.” When I pick up my dry cleaning I’m in my tions. simplifying the tax code, among other is- And though that’s not a bad strategy, lo- constituency. When I grab a meal, it’s in my According to the Office of Elections, there sues. cal academics following the race say there’s constituency.” are 25,122 new voters registered in Fairfax “Unfortunately for them,” said Rozell, really no substitute for the strength of in- “And as long as Connolly can present him- County since Nov. 5, 2013. That figure in- “voters remain strategic creatures, under cumbency. Especially when you’ve made self as an authentic representative who’s out cludes transfers as well first-time regis- the belief that they’d be throwing their vote yourself as a household name like Connolly there fighting for his people,” said Rozell, trants. away otherwise. It somewhat becomes a has. “fixing the problems with hyper bipartisan- “Every incumbent’s got to be very atten- self-fulfilling prophesy.” “Once he fended off a serious challenger ships, that protects him a good deal.” tive to it,” said Travis. “This could erode, Visit Elections.virginia.gov to see the new in two separate election cycles, when people this could begin to change because of the requirements for voter identification re- thought he was vulnerable, that established INCUMBENCY COMES with superior new voters. That’s tripped up many, includ- quired at the polls on Nov. 4. 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Author to Discuss His ‘ABC Animals’ Book Nate Hausmann, who describes himself as an autistic entrepreneur, will share his story and his first book “ABC Animals” at a Northern Virginia j.talks event on Sunday, Nov. 2. The Jewish Community Center of North- ern Virginia presents j.talks, conver- sations with authors and artists. Hausmann began drawing during elementary school. In middle school, he began his tradition of illustrating one-of-a-kind personalized animal alphabet books as baby gifts for fam- ily and friends. After high school graduation in Baton Rouge, he illus- trated this English/Hebrew animal alphabet book with its color-pencil- drawn animals, set in watercolor habitats. The event will be held on Sunday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. at the JCCNV, 8900 Little River Turnpike in Fairfax. Gen- eral admission tickets are $11, $9 for J members and seniors (65+), and $7 for those under 30. JCCNV Cul- tural Arts programming is partially funded by the JCCNV Arts Fund, and the Arts Council of Fairfax County, supported by Fairfax County. For more information about JCCNV Cultural Arts programs, visit www.jccnvarts.org or call the JCCNV Photo contributed box office at 703-537-3000. Nate Hausmann

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THE NUTCRACKER presented by The Burke Civic Ballet Come share in the magic of the holiday tradition! Featuring 3-year-old miniature dolls to professional dancers courtesy of Colorado Ballet, this production will enchant all ages. Be mesmerized by a growing tree, magic tricks, leaping mice, toy soldiers, falling snow, authentic costumes made in the Ukraine, seventy-five dancing flowers and delectable confections from the Kingdom of Sweets. Treat yourself and friends to a wonderful entrée to the spirit of the season. Makes a perfect holiday gift! Order online at www.buffas.com Saturday, November 15th at 2:00 & 6:00 p.m. & Sunday, November 16th at 2:00 & 6:00 p.m. Ernst Community Cultural Center Theater • NVCC Annandale Campus Adults – $28 • Children/Seniors – $20 For organized groups (10+) and handicapped seating, [email protected]

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www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Change for the Better in Fairfax County Schools @BurkeConnection An independent, locally owned weekly newspaper delivered to homes and businesses. Published by Later start times, full-day Mondays; who knows, cal (eg, reduced obesity risk) and mental (eg, Local Media Connection LLC lower rates of depression) health, safety (eg, 1606 King Street next maybe gifted-and-talented programs for drowsy driving crashes), academic perfor- Alexandria, Virginia 22314 mance, and quality of life.” Free digital edition delivered to poor students? We commend the leadership of the advocacy your email box. Go to group SLEEP in Fairfax, which never gave up, connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe ho says big bureaucracies can’t an effective countermeasure to chronic sleep even in years when this change appeared im- make big changes? loss and has a wide range of potential benefits possible. NEWS DEPARTMENT: [email protected] One year into the tenure of to students with regard to physical and men- We suspect the key ingredient is new lead- W Kemal Kurspahic Karen Garza, we have two huge tal health, safety, and academic achievement. ership at the top at FCPS, Karen Garza. Editor ❖ 703-778-9414 changes that between them impact almost ev- “The American Academy of Pediatrics A superintendent across the river, Joshua [email protected] ery single student, every family with children strongly supports the efforts of school districts Starr, will have to ask himself what’s holding Amna Rehmatulla in Fairfax County Public Schools. to optimize sleep in students and urges high up such changes in Montgomery County Pub- Editorial Assistant Last week, the Fairfax County School Board schools and middle schools to aim for start lic Schools. 703-778-9410 ext.427 [email protected] voted to move high school start times times that allow students the opportu- all after 8 a.m. beginning next Septem- nity to achieve optimal levels of sleep — Mary Kimm, Tim Peterson Editorial Community Reporter ber. Garza, superintendent of Fairfax (8.5–9.5 hours) and to improve physi- [email protected] 703-314-0789 County Public Schools, announced this [email protected] summer the implementation of full-day Mon- Jon Roetman days, another previously insurmountable task. Sports Editor ❖ 703-752-4013 [email protected] A plan emerged that made this possible for Voting @jonroetman under $5 million (original estimates were Victoria Ross wildly and prohibitively higher) while keep- very year is Election Year in Virginia, For information, contact State Board of Elec- County Reporter ❖ 301-502-6027 ing elementary school times the same (or Eand this year, the ballot is short but tions, 804 864-8901, Toll Free: 800 552-9745 FAX: [email protected] within 5-10 minutes). The goal is to move important. Turn out to vote for U.S. 804 371-0194, email: [email protected]; or middle school start times later in the future. Senate, member of the House of Representa- visit http://www.sbe.virginia.gov ADVERTISING: For advertising information Change comes in mysterious ways. Part of tives, and a few questions. You can read previous Connection coverage e-mail: the support for this change comes from the You can vote absentee in person between at http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/ [email protected] 703-778-9431 science. now and Saturday, Nov. 1; after that, vote on news/Elections/ The American Academy of Pediatrics this fall: Election Day, Nov. 4, at your assigned polling Steve Hogan Display Advertising, 703-778-9418 “A substantial body of research has now dem- place. Bring photo identification with you, the — Mary Kimm, [email protected] onstrated that delaying school start times is rules have changed. [email protected] Andrea Smith Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 [email protected]

Letters to the Editor Debbie Funk National Sales 703-778-9444 sources, this Bond represents only [email protected] Vote Yes on Transportation Bond Referendum 7 percent of the cost of these im- David Griffin To the Editor: nations more accessible. the capacity of our transportation provements. Marketing Assistant On Nov. 4, Fairfax County resi- ❖ Pedestrian Improvements: network by allowing it to carry The League of Women Voters 703-778-9431 [email protected] dents will vote on a Transporta- These include building missing more people, whether they drive, urges you to vote on Nov. 4. And tion Bond Referendum. The sidewalk and trail links; adding walk, bike or take mass transit. Go we encourage you to say YES to Editor & Publisher League of Women Voters supports and improving signalized cross- to fairfaxcounty.gov/bond/ for in- the Transportation Bond Referen- Mary Kimm the Bond Referendum and urges walks and other pedestrian- formation about cost, project de- dum. We believe that these [email protected] @MaryKimm voters to approve it. friendly intersection improve- tails and answers to other fre- projects will reduce congestion If accepted, the Bond would ments. quently asked questions. and make it easier and safer for Executive Vice President Jerry Vernon fund three types of projects: ❖ Bike and Trail Improvements: Here’s something else to con- all of us to get to the places where [email protected] ❖ Spot Road Improvements: These include developing new bi- sider: Fairfax is one of only 32 we need and want to go. Editor in Chief These include adding or lengthen- cycle facilities, constructing trails, counties in the United States with Steven Mauren ing turn lanes; upgrading turn sig- adding bicycle parking, and mak- a AAA Bond Rating. This allows Julia Jones and Helen Kelly, Managing Editor Kemal Kurspahic nals and signage; constructing ing popular destinations and mass the County to borrow at lower in- Co-Presidents Photography: walkways and providing cross- transit more accessible. terest rates. And because Fairfax League of Women Voters of the Deb Cobb, Craig Sterbutzel Art/Design: walks; and making popular desti- These upgrades would increase has access to other funding Fairfax Area Laurence Foong, John Heinly Production Manager: Geovani Flores Vote ‘Yes’ on Transportation bond issue are aligned in encour- Write Special Assistant to the Publisher Jeanne Theismann To the Editor: improvement plan. Investments in aging a healthy lifestyle through The Connection welcomes views [email protected] We are writing about the Nov. 4 facilities and pathways for pedes- physical activity and improving on any public issue. @TheismannMedia voter referendum on transportation trians and bicyclists benefit every- connectivity throughout the county. The deadline for all material is noon Friday. Letters must be bonds for Fairfax County. The Part- one through enhancing safety, pro- Residents who are able to incorpo- CIRCULATION: 703-778-9426 signed. Include home address Circulation Manager: nership for a Healthier Fairfax is a viding active transportation op- rate exercise in their daily lives will and home and business numbers. Ann Oliver diverse coalition of individuals and tions, providing opportunities for incur fewer health care costs and Letters are routinely edited for [email protected] libel, grammar, good taste and public, community, and business routine exercise, expanding access be more productive employees, factual errors. organizations that have joined to recreational opportunities, and thereby contributing to the county’s Send to: forces to improve community health improving quality of life. Improve- economic success. Please support by mobilizing resources, increasing ments funded by the bond will also the bond by a “yes” vote on Nov. 4. Letters to the Editor The Connection awareness, and promoting change. permit more “Safe Routes to 1606 King St. The Partnership has identified School,” or opportunities for chil- Marlene Blum and Julie Alexandria VA 22314 investments in infrastructure that dren to walk or bike to school. Knight Call: 703-917-6444. support physical activity as a ma- The goals and objectives of both Partnership for a Healthier By e-mail: [email protected] jor priority in its community health our plan and the transportation Fairfax/Co-Chairs

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Burke Presbyterian Church is embarking on a six-week study of the book by writer, theologian and activist Brian McLaren entitled “Why Did Jesus, Moses, the Buddha, and Mohammed Sunday Cross the Road?” McLaren claims that his Christian identity moves him “toward people of other faiths in wholehearted Brunch love, not in spite of their non-Christian identity, and not in spite of [his] own Christian identity, but because of [his] 10 AM–3 PM identity as a follower of God in the way of Jesus.” All are welcome to join this conversation on Sundays, 9:45-10:45 a.m., through Nov. 23 at Burke Presby- terian Church, 5690 Oak Leather Drive, Burke. www.BurkePresChurch.org, 703- for 764-0456.

Are You 50 or Better? Please join Homemade Burgers, us for the next Lunch N’ Life sponsored by the Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax- Burke on Thursday, Nov. 20, (12-2 p.m.) Annual Meeting Pizza, Pasta, Soups, at Lutheran Church of the Abiding Pres- ence, 6304 Lee Chapel Rd, Burke. The Salads, Steaks Program will feature Jari Villaneuva, a Bugler, speaking on The History of Taps. Wooded Glen Section I For reservations, call Faye Quesenberry, Friendly Service & Cold Drinks 703-620-0161, by Nov. 14. The cost is Homeowners Association $10; checks payable to SCFB. If transpor- tation is needed, call the SCFB office Burke, Virginia 703-323-4788. See www.scfbva.org for 50% OFF Lunch 10% OFF more information. Buy one and get 50% Off Fairfax Baptist Temple, at the cor- 6 November 2014, 8 pm to 10 pm 2nd item of equal or lesser value. Entire Check ner of Fairfax County Parkway and Burke Offer expires 11/15/14. Offer expires 11/15/14. Lake Roads, holds a bible study fellow- Not valid with any other offers. Not valid with any other offers. ship at 9 a.m. Sundays followed by a 10 White Oaks Elementary School, a.m. worship service. Nursery care and 6130 Shiplett Boulevard, Burke, VA 22015 children’s church also provided. 6401 5765-C Burke Centre Pkwy • Burke • 703-239-9324 Missionary Lane, Fairfax Station, 703- 323-8100 or www.fbtministries.org.

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Photos by Tim Peterson/The Connection (From left) Shelter House Executive Director Joe Meyer, (From left) Jesus Sorto, Fairfax Circuit Court; Jesenia Fairfax County Sheriff Stacey Kincaid, Fairfax Mayor Scott Alonso and Ina Fernandez, Fairfax Office for Women & Silverthorne, Fairfax CASA Executive Director Darcy Photos courtesy of Nick Balenger Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, enjoy refresh- Cunningham and Braddock Supervisor John Cook gather (From left) Alex, Sylvie, Nick and Steve Balenger pose ments and support raising domestic violence awareness at at Fairfax’s Coyote Grille to raise money for the two orga- for a family selfie on Nevis Island in Aug. 2014. the Coyote Grille in Fairfax. nizations. Batter, Up Addressing Domestic Violence Cook and Silverthorne host domestic violence awareness fundraiser. Former Lake Braddock baseball player Nick Balenger recognized oe Meyer, executive director The event also benefited Fairfax “We train ordinary people; they victim,” said Cook. “Some of the Jof the Reston-based Shelter CASA (Court Appointed Special go out and really become the eyes victims most harmed are children.” House organization that Advocates), a community, volun- and ears of the court,” said Fairfax A spokesperson from Cook’s of- for injury recovery. provides support for victims of do- teer-driven organization set up to CASA Executive Director Darcy fice said the event was on par with mestic violence, began his remarks make sure vulnerable children, Cunningham. “I can’t think of a last year’s effort, raising between By Tim Peterson Washington, D.C. He’s gone from at the Coyote Grille in Fairfax with themselves victims of domestic vio- more important role that a com- $500 and $1,000, to be split be- The Connection a wheelchair to a walker to Former standout Lake Braddock pitcher Nick Balenger some sobering statistics. lence, don’t fall through the cracks munity member could play.” tween the organizations. Jolie Smith with Shelter House shows off one of the Purple crutches. was paralyzed from the chest down but is now walking “One in four women across our when going through the justice “The person on the receiving end Purse Challenge purses, part of a domestic violence ick Balenger’s Balenger has benefited from an with forearm crutches. country are victims of domestic vio- system. of domestic violence is not the only — Tim Peterson awareness and fundraising effort sponsored by Allstate. promising ath- organized outpouring of support lence. One in seven men are vic- N letic career all called Nick Nation, a group of Balenger became the project’s bination of Nick’s baseball his- tims,” he said. “Domestic violence but disappeared friends, family, coaches and par- first test subject. He’s now in his tory, natural body awareness is the leading cause in Fairfax lost (adj): 1. unable to find in an instant. In 2012, the ents that banded together to raise second 15-week session with the and extensive rehabilitation County for homicides, the leading the way. 2. not appreciated former Lake Braddock pitcher money to help the Balengers off- research team. Twice a week, he’s with NRH are all helping take cause.” or understood. 3. no longer SPECIAL CONNECTIONS CALENDAR suffered a spinal cord injury set the costs associated with his put through a battery of body him to the next level of recov- For the second year, Shelter owned or known Advertising Deadlines are the previous Thursday unless noted. while swimming in Hawaii. injury and recovery. weight-based (no machines in- ery. House was being honored and sup- It was an incomplete spinal He’s also received significant tu- volved) exercises designed to re- In addition to his natural gifts, ported by the Oct. 22 fundraiser, OCTOBER Publishing cord lesion at the fourth and ition help from Swim With Mike, a develop the groups of muscles he Nick’s mental maturation has co-hosted by Braddock Supervisor A+ Camps & Schools...... 10/15/14 fifth cervical vertebrae. In other physically challenged athletes needs to perform various tasks. played a major role. John Cook and Fairfax Mayor Scott Adopt Election Preview I ...... 10/22/14 words, part of his spinal cord scholarship fund. “We’ll warm up, then work on a “It’s still a struggle for him, Silverthorne. Cook serves as the Election Preview II...... 10/29/14 was damaged. He was paralyzed “I’ve been given the opportunity specific type of movement, a focus being a baseball player and not Board of Supervisors liaison to the from the chest down. that not many people with my in- that day,” said Nick. “I give them having that anymore,” said Domestic Violence Prevention Donate NOVEMBER But when he approaches the jury have,” said Nick. “I don’t want feedback, we can do this thing, Sylvie. “He has to rethink his Policy Coordinating Council. Election Day is Tuesday, November 4. podium to address an expected to let it go to waste.” work on that. It’s tailored toward future.” Area Roundups Volunteer Wellbeing...... 11/5/14 crowd of 600 at the Medstar whatever I feel I need help with.” Guccione said athletes are HomeLifeStyle...... 11/12/14 NRH Gala Victory Awards on LAST YEAR, he lived at home in The program is less about how sometimes more vulnerable to Holiday Entertainment & Gift Guide I...... 11/19/14 Oct. 30 at the Marriott Marquis Burke and attended classes part many times can he lift a weight, mental blockages to recovery for Don’t Drink Volunteers needed for in Washington, D.C., Balenger time at George Mason University. but breaking down the motions just that reason. But, he said, A+...... 11/25/14 will be on forearm crutches. This year, he’s taking classes full associated with a task, like walk- “Where other people might feel and Drive adoption events, Thanksgiving is November 27. Now, over two years since his time and made that all-important ing, bending and reaching. like their previous identity has This Friday, Oct. 31, at 8 p.m., fostering, DECEMBER injury, the 19-year-old freshman leap: He’s living in campus. And though the exercises are been crushed, I think he’s capi- seven police agencies from North- transportation, Wellbeing...... 12/3/14 at George Mason University is “That was a big threshold for low-tech, the analysis is anything talizing on his previous accom- ern Virginia will team up in all ju- one of three honorees being rec- him,” said Sylvie. “To live away but. The researchers usually have plishment and using that as a risdictions to conduct saturation adoption center HomeLifeStyle: Home for the Holidays...... 12/10/14 ognized for displaying strength from home and feel strong enough Balenger’s body covered in mark- springboard to the next level.” patrols detecting and arresting caretaking and more. Hanukkah begins December 16. and courage in recovering from to do that.” ers that create a stick-figure dia- With the way Balenger is pro- drunk drivers on Halloween. Called Holiday Entertainment & Gift Guide II...... 12/16/14 traumatic injuries, as well as Nick shares a suite with a room- gram monitoring his movements. gressing, Guccione’s goal is for “Extra Eyes for DWI’s,” the effort will A+ Camps & Schools...... 12/16/14 being role models for people mate and two other students. “It’s And they track how efficiently his him to be down to a single involve police officers and resources CHILDREN’S CONNECTION...... 12/24/14 with disabilities. a pretty big leap,” he said, “but it’s body uses oxygen with an imaging crutch by the end of the aca- from the City of Falls Church, Met- “I have to pinch myself,” said definitely worth it.” system called near-infrared spec- demic year. ropolitan Washington Airports Au- E-mail [email protected] for more information. Balenger’s mother Sylvie. “You His injury recovery hasn’t troscopy (NIRS). “I have a lot of support from thority, Town of Vienna, Fairfax look at how far he’s come. Very stopped progressing either. When “We notice in Nick a major my family and friends,” said County, City of Fairfax, U.S. Park Award- few people have that opportu- GMU launched an exercise-based change there,” said Guccione. Nick. “That really makes me Police and Virginia State Police. Winning nity to improve as much as he research pilot project in Spring “Though working with Nick is a bit want to keep doing it and work- Newspapers & Online has.” 2014, Balenger’s NRH physician Dr. of a biased sample. He was an ex- ing hard, just to get that ulti- 703-778-9431 Balenger went from inpatient Suzanne Groah recommended him traordinary athlete with a great mate goal: down to nothing.” Time to Fall Back www.ConnectionNewspapers.com to outpatient physical therapy to the team’s leader, Dr. Andrew A. deal of motor ability before his in- Balenger plans to enter the Daylight Saving Time ends this Reaching Suburban Washington’s Leading Households and made considerable progress Guccione, professor and chair of jury.” State Department’s multi-year Sunday, Nov. 2, at 2 a.m.; so be- • Alexandria Gazette Packet • Fairfax Connection • Oak Hill/Herndon Connection working with the National Re- the Department of Rehabilitation Pathways internship and pursue fore going to bed Saturday night, • Arlington Connection • Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton Connection • Potomac Almanac • Burke Connection • Great Falls Connection • Reston Connection habilitation Hospital (NRH) in Science. 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THROUGH FRIDAY/OCT. 31 Pumpkin Patch. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Messiah United Methodist Church, 6215 Rolling Road, Springfield. Pumpkins are available from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily until Oct. 31, when the patch closes at 6 p.m. 703- 569-9862.

THROUGH FRIDAY/NOV. 3 Adventures in Learning. 9:30 Amy Zacaroli sits with a preschool girl on the Canzibe Alec Zacaroli hangs out with boys in Coffee Bay, South a.m.-2:45 p.m. Lord of Life Mission in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. Africa, near the 25:40 afterschool program. Lutheran Church, 5114 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax. This program is open to all adults age 50 or better. Registrants Fairfax Station couple’s ministry bring a bag lunch and stay for Writing Their Verse a full day of classes/activities supports vulnerable children in and socializing, or pick and choose the classes that interest By Tim Peterson them the most. $30. The Connection South Africa. www.scfbva.org or 703-323- 4788.

hen Alec Zacaroli try) for these children. “And we THROUGH WEDNESDAY/ and his wife Amy talk to them about having a re- DEC. 31 hosted a boyhood lationship with God,” Alec said. War on the Doorstep: W Fairfax Militia in the War friend from South “So they understand they’re of 1812. Exhibition. The Civil Africa, they didn’t expect their lives loved, that there’s a moral code War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim, 3610 Old would change in one evening. to walk by.” Lee Highway. Open Tue.-Sat. Alex Hetherington showed the “What they’re doing is taking 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free tours at 1 Fairfax Station couple a pair of all these resources and dedicat- p.m. 703-591-0560. documentary films his wife had ing it to at-risk children who THROUGH SUNDAY/ produced. One was on the environ- will help the community be- FEB. 8, 2015 ment. The other chronicled come a stronger one,” said Mary Dressing for the Occasion: An Exhibition of Nazareth House, a century-old Miller of Fort Hunt, the new Costumes and Textiles convalescent home in Cape Town. outreach coordinator for 25:40. Representing Fairfax In 2003, Alec said, Nazareth was The advocacy includes trying Personalities and Events. Exhibition. Fairfax Museum & the first organization to offer shel- to motivate local social work- Visitor Center, 10209 Main ter and support to orphans with ers. “If we want to parachute in Street, Fairfax. Open daily 9 AIDS. “There were these little kids and do everything ourselves, it’s a.m.-5 p.m. 703-385-8414. with sores and they’re just strug- just ridiculous,” said Alec. “We FRIDAY/OCT. 31- gling to survive,” Alec said. “There Photos courtesy of Alec Zacaroli go to the social worker in town SATURDAY/NOV. 1 was no AIDS medication getting to Alec and Amy’s daughter Rebecca Zacaroli met Rev. and say, ‘Do your job. Did you Interstate Haunted Maze. 7- 10 p.m. Interstate Service the people there.” Desmond Tutu when he was on his way to visit a funeral in even know this kid exists?’” Group, 8601 Morrissette Amy was raised in foster care in a village nearby the Canzibe Mission in the Eastern Cape. Drive, Springfield. Interstate Springfield, before finally being BY MODELING THEIR PRO- Haunted Maze event supports ECHO, a nonprofit adopted by a foster family. “I saw it and “But you just can’t help but say there’s still hope GRAM, Alec and Amy are hopeful others like organization that helps thought: How did I not know this was going there.” it can spread beyond Canzibe Mission, driven provide for those in need in on, and not do anything,” she said. “We were by local people. Northern Virginia communities. admission is any both pretty emotional. We have to do some- ON THAT SAME FIRST TRIP, the Zacarolis “We don’t pay people,” said Alec. “We sup- non-perishable food donation. thing.” also met a doctor working in the rural areas of port with food and materials, walk hand in Workhouse Arts Center Alec recalled feeling a profound sense of the Eastern Cape. They eventually followed hand with you. That’s what we envision going Haunted Trail. 7-10 p.m. 9601 Ox Road, Lorton. During purpose. “That moment there, we were like him with their ministry. And in 2008, they forward. That’s they way you reach 1,500 kids.” an exclusive event for six hair- ‘This is where God put us.’” joined with a mission near the town of Nthatha Amy and Alec raise funds for 25:40 back in raising nights only, visitors can The couple, members of Burke Community called Canzibe Mission, close to the home of Northern Virginia from a grassroots group, with walk the Haunted Trail with friends and family. Visitors Church, prayed over the situation and decided Nelson Mandela. some corporations matching the giving. Every will experience the macabre to found a nonprofit organization. They named At that point, 25:40 began to take a more September they host a “Walk for the Kids” outdoor scenes in the lesser the group 25:40 after the verse from the book active role in supporting the local children. fundraiser around Lake Accotink, and on Dec. traveled areas of the historic prison campus and enjoy of Matthew in the Bible that reads, “The King They hired 32 village workers to cover a 360 14 they’re hosting a benefit Christmas concert special effects, live scare will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did square mile radius and conduct a study to see at the Brightbox Theater in Winchester, Va. actors and a nightmarish, for one of the least of these brothers and sis- just how bad the orphan situation was. “It’s “All we want to do is open people’s eyes immersive storyline about a growing horde of infected ters of mine, you did for me.’” not like they just come to your doorstep.” around here,” said Amy, “to what kind of things drones. Evening trail, $10; “We didn’t really know what we were get- The survey identified 1,504 “orphans and people go through in South Africa, and most daytime trail, $5. ting into at the time,” said Amy. “We just sort vulnerable children” by South African stan- of sub-Saharan Africa.” of jumped in feet first, just trusting whatever dards. Now that number is up over 2,000, Alec Alec maintains a full-time job as a lawyer FRIDAY/OCT. 31 was going to happen would happen.” said. “Kids are much more than AIDS orphans. and Amy volunteers at their church. The couple St. Peter’s in the Woods 25:40 started out by raising funds for They’ve been moved, picked up by somebody, visits the Eastern Cape twice to three times a Pumpkin Patch. 5911 Fairview Woods Dr., Fairfax Nazareth House. Amy and Alec visited South some relative, and those situations quickly year, often taking turns in order to bring some Station. St. Peter’s in the Africa in 2004 and through the Hetheringtons become abusive.” combination of their son and three daughters. Woods Annual Pumpkin Patch got involved with a group called Homes for Following the results of the survey, 25:40’s “It’s opened their eyes,” said Amy. “There’s is a community outreach Kids in South Africa. “OVC Action Program” offers supplemental more outside Northern Virginia. To see this fundraiser. Pumpkins and Seeing the poverty and illness firsthand was education, health monitoring, advocacy and is not normal, when it comes to the rest of See Calendar, Page 11 “soul-crushing in some respects,” said Alec. skills development (like gardening and carpen- the world.”

10 ❖ Burke Connection ❖ October 30 - November 5, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Calendar #1 Weichert Agent in Burke & Fairfax Station Call Kathleen People are Talking! From Page 10 Turnpike, Annandale. Author Alan today and Rems, a 10-year volunteer at the Gourds of all sizes available for Fairfax Regional Library, will discuss ask for a “As we say in the Army, Kathleen went the extra purchase. Come buy a pumpkin and and sign his book, “South Pacific copy of her mile and is someone we want in our “foxhole” at help support community outreach. Cauldron.” Enhancing his presentation with vivid, rarely seen “Satisfied our next real estate experience.” The Lopez-Dukes SATURDAY/NOV. 1 photographs, he’ll talk about the Client List” The Robinson Marketplace. 10 forgotten WWII battlefields of the “You volunteered to oversee every aspect of our a.m.-4 p.m. 5305 Sideburn Road, South Pacific, especially Bougainville, renovations. You chose our workmen from your Fairfax. Shop at over 80 vendors at where the Allies and Japan fought for the Holiday Market, raffle and silent nearly two years. personal list of talented & reliable craftsmen, auction sponsored by the Robinson Secondary School PTSA. Visit chose room colors in the latest decorating trends www.robinsonptsa.org. FRIDAY/NOV. 7 & designed the master bath. The result: a stunning Free Choral Event: Duruflé’s Martha Graham Dance Company. Requiem Mass. 7:30 p.m. St. 8 p.m. George Mason University’s home that received 3 offers in the first 2 days on Peter’s in the Woods Church, 5911 Center for the Arts, 4400 University Fairview Woods Drive, Fairfax Drive, Fairfax. Tickets: $28-$46. For market.” The Litwinetz Station. Performed by the choirs of more information call 888-945-2468. St. Peter’s in the Woods, St. John’s OPEN 11/2 1-4 McLean, and students of GMU. SUN www.stpetersinthewoods.org SATURDAY/NOV. 8 SUN Christmas Craft Fair and Bake OPEN SATURDAY/NOV. 1- Sale. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. New Hope 11/2 1-4 SUNDAY/NOV. 2 Church, 6905 Ox Road, Lorton. Begin 7th Annual South Run Arts and your holiday shopping early. Crafts, Crafts Show. Saturday: 9 a.m. – 4 artwork, holiday items, inspirational p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. 7550 items, soaps/scrubs, jewelry, baked Reservation Drive, Springfield. This is goods, jams/jellies, candies/nuts/ Burke $599,950 Burke/Longwood Knolls $599,950 Fairfax/North Hill $799,950 an annual favorite for visitors looking fudge, raffles, stuffed animals, food, for holiday gifts and unique hand- etc. Free. Doris Lama, 703-644-0139/ Open Sunday 11/2 1-4 Remodeled Eat-In Kitchen Woodson HS District crafted items. Beautiful jewelry, 571-234-7322. Immaculate former model home on pre- Mint condition home w/ fabulous kit w/ Amazing colonial on 1/3 acre within walk- intricate woodworking, photography, I’ll be Seeing You with the Fairfax mium private lot w/ huge master suite w/ granite cntrs, SS appliances, 2 sinks & ing distance to GMU w/ stunning kit painting, glasswork, clothing, dolls Symphony Orchestra. 8 p.m. sitting rm + 3 closets, fin walkup bsmt custom pantry, lovely hrdwd flrs, fin remodel w/ cherry cabinets, soapstone w/ rec rm, den & walk-in cedar closet, and pottery to purchase. Admission is George Mason University Center for bsmt w/ bar & fresh paint, remodeled cntrs, Wolf gas range + SS appliances, fin $3, and free for children 12 and the Arts, 4400 University Drive, deck & patio, gas heat, new roof & win- dows, remodeled full bath on main lvl, baths, patio, new windows, spacious bsmt, library, gorgeous remodeled MBA w/ under. Visit www.nvhg.org. or call Fairfax. Based on actual letters from MBR w/ walk-in closet, walk to school, bubble tub & sep shower, hrdwd flrs, new 571-278-9621. Mr. Frazier’s family written during dramatic familyrm w/ high clngs& built- Cabaret Series: Heroes Cabaret. 8 World War II, the evening includes ins, 3000+ sq ft, walk to school & more. replaced roof, siding, HVAC & more. deck, windows & HVAC. p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m Sunday. W- songs of the era by Gershwin, Kern, #1 Weichert Realtor 3 Theatre, Workhouse Arts Center, Carmichael, Ellington, and more. Kathleen Quintarelli 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton. Songs Tickets $25, $45, $60. Students ages Burke/Fairfax Station and music of heroes and anti-heroes. 6-25: free fairfaxsymphony.org 703-862-8808 Licensed Realtor 24 Years 703-584-2900. Annual Christmas Craft Bazaar. 10 NVAR Lifetime Top Producer www.workhousearts.org. a.m. – 3 p.m. Annandale United See Interior Photos at: Methodist Church, 6935 Columbia www.kathleenhomes.com • [email protected] Pike, Annandale. Handcrafted THURSDAY/NOV. 2 jewelry, ornaments, glass art, bath Nate Hausmann Author Talk. 2 and body, purses, Spirit wear, pins p.m. Jewish Community Center of greeting cards, needle work, children Northern Virginia, 8900 Little River clothes, fabric art and blankets. Turnpike, Fairfax. j.talks event. Fairfax County’s 10th Annual Author with autism shares his story. History Conference. 8:30 a.m.- COMMUNITIES OF WORSHIP $11/$9/$7. 703-323-0880. 3:30 p.m. Stacy C. Sherwood New Orleans Legends: Featuring Community Center, 3740 Old Lee the Preservation Hall Jazz Highway, Fairfax. The theme of the Band and Allen Toussaint. 7 conference is “Fire, Flight & Fury!” FREE 9800 Old Keene Mill Rd. p.m. George Mason University’s The War of 1812 in Fairfax County- TRUNK or TREAT Center for the Arts, 4400 University 200 years later. A Family Friendly Halloween Alternative 703-455-7041 Drive, Fairfax. Join us for an evening Fairfax Symphony Orchestra October 31, 2014 • 6:30 to 8:30 PM Sunday School of music. The legendary jazz and presents “I’ll Be Seeing You” FREE Admission, Moon bounce, Face painting, Balloon animals, Games, Food, and More! New Orleans R&B pianist Allen by Luke Frazier. 8 p.m. George Call 703.383.1170 to register your decorated vehicle… the best-decorated vehicle will win a prize! 9:15 AM Toussaint recently received the Mason University’s Center for the At Worship Service highly prestigious National Medal of Arts, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. Jubilee Christian Center Arts by President Obama in For more information call 888-945- 4650 Shirley Gate Rd 10:30 AM recognition of his seminal influence 2468. Fairfax, VA 22030 on New Orleans music. Tickets: $29- Art Auction. 6:30 p.m. King of Kings 703.383.1170 www.calvaryfamily.com $48. Lutheran Church, 4025 Kings Way, Jccag.org Fairfax. “Continuing the ministry of There will be art for everyone’s taste and Christ on earth” MONDAY/NOV. 3 budget, in all media and price Move & Groove with Mr. Skip. ranges. Event benefits the Preschool 10:30 a.m. Old Town Hall, 3999 Scholarship Fund and the youth University Drive, Fairfax. Mr. Skip, program. who is all about music and Admission: $20 per person - $35 per movement, sings original and classic couple. For more information or to kids songs like Old McDonald to the reserve your tickets call Judi Cooper five and under crowd. He gets the at 703-378-7272, ext. 225 or email kids off their seats and moving. For [email protected]. more information, visit www.fairfaxarts.org or call 703-352- ARTS. SUNDAY/NOV. 9 b b Taste of Greater Springfield. 3-7 p.m. Embassy Suites, 8100 Loisdale WEDNESDAY/NOV. 5 Road, Springfield. Will feature F-150 “Drive the Future of Tough” cuisine from 20 local restaurants. Consumer Event. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tickets for adults are $30 at To Advertise Your Ted Britt Ford, 11165 Fairfax Blvd., www.togs.us Sponsored by the West Fairfax. Customers can test-drive the Springfield Rotary Club Foundation. Looking for a New Place of Worship? new 2015 F-150. 703-218-4644. “Hands On” Modeling Day. 1-4 p.m. “South Pacific Cauldron.” 7 p.m. The Fairfax Station Railroad Visit Antioch Baptist Church! George Mason Regional Library, Museum, 11200 Fairfax Station Community 70001 Little River Turnpike, Road. All Are Welcome! Annandale. Author Alan Rems, a 10- Learn about railroading and the Fairfax Sunday Worship 8, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. year volunteer at the Fairfax Station through hands on modeling Regional Library, will discuss and activities. You may also bring your Sunday School for Children & Adults 9:30 a.m. of Worship, sign his book, “South Pacific own model train items that need Married Couples Sunday School 11:30 a.m. Cauldron,” It’s about WWII in the work. 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Send notes to the Connection at bowl tournament; Augelli placed sixth in the exam [email protected] or call 703-778- and tied for seventh in the quiz bowl tournament; 9416. Deadline is Friday. Dated announcements should overall scores were compiled by averaging each be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event. competitor’s ranking for each part. Over 70 junior varsity students from as far away as Guam com- Twenty-five students from Fairfax County peted in the written exam and in a preliminary quiz Public Schools (FCPS) have been named 2015 bowl round, while those with high scores advanced National Achievement Scholarship program semi- to the final quiz bowl round. Questions ranged in finalists in an academic competition for Black difficulty from naming countries by their capital to American high school students conducted by the identifying obscure islets in the North Atlantic. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). top four varsity students earned the right to rep- The students represent 12 high schools in FCPS. resent the USA at the 2014 International HOW TO SUBMIT ADS TO 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements The semifinalists are: Geography Olympiad in Krakow, Poland, this sum- ❖ Annandale High School: Yonatan Ayele. mer. The Geography Olympiad was sponsored by ❖ Edison High School: Maxine Morgan and Sha- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and HISTORY, com- Newspapers & Online lom Yiblet. monly known as the History Channel, which also ❖ Fairfax High School: William Sampong. sponsors the National History Bee and Bowl. For CLASSIFIED ❖ Hayfield Secondary School: Camryn Bishop, more information on the competition, please visit DEADLINES Zones 1, 5, 6.....Mon @ noon Reese Cloud, and Dominique Edwards. www.geographyolympiad.com. Zones 2, 3, 4.....Tues @ noon ❖ Lake Braddock Secondary School: Leul E-mail ad with zone choices to: Berhane-Meskel and Kinaya Hassane. The Citadel has recognized Cadet Martin classified@connection ❖ Langley High School: Leah Yirga. Krawczak ofºSpringfield on the school’s dean’s newspapers.com ❖ Madison High School: Rachel Bostick, Jesse list for his academic achievement during the spring or call Andrea @ 703-778-9411 Ernest, and Benjamin Jackson. semester. Recognition on the South Carolina mili- EMPLOYMENT ❖ Marshall High School: Natascha Whyte. tary school’s dean’s list is reserved for students who DEADLINES ❖ South County High School: Maya Armstrong were registered for 12 or more semester hours and Zones 1, 5, 6.....Mon @ noon and Olivia Jones. received a grade point average of 3.2 or higher with Zones 2, 3, 4.....Tues @ noon ❖ Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and no grade below a C for the previous semester’s E-mail ad with zone choices to: classified@connection Technology (TJHSST): Azeez Abdikarim, Arielle work. newspapers.com Ampeh, Rebecca Clark-Callender, Theodore or call Andrea @ 703-778-9411 Richardson, Hannah Wied, and Rollin Woodford. Yihan Zhou, Fairfax, earned a place on the ZONES 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements ❖ West Potomac High School: Zoe Smith. Deans Honor Roll at Fort Hays State University, Zone 1: The Reston Connection ❖ Woodson High School: Robert Cuyjet and Hays, Kan., for the spring 2014 semester. Zhou is The Oak Hill/ Daniel Pryce. a junior majoring in general studies. To be eligible, Herndon Connection The semifinalists will compete for more than 800 students must have enrolled in 12 or more credit Zone 2: The Springfield Connection The Burke Connection Achievement Scholarship awards, worth $2.5 mil- hours and have a minimum grade point average of The Fairfax Connection lion, to be awarded next spring. The awards will 3.60 for the semester. The Fairfax Station/Clifton/ Lorton Connection be supported by corporations, professional organi- Zone 3: The Alexandria zations, foundations, and funds from the NMSC. Cadet Carson Giammaria, son of Rick and Gazette Packet To be considered for a scholarship, semifinalists Kim Giammaria of Lorton, graduated from the U.S. The Mount Vernon Gazette must advance to the finalist level by fulfilling ad- Military Academy on May 28. Giammaria gradu- Zone 4: Centre View North ditional requirements. ated from Hayfield Secondary School in 2010. Centre View South While at West Point, he concentrated his studies in Zone 5: The Potomac Almanac Jacob Augelli, an eighth grade student at Engineering Psychology. He was commissioned as Zone 6: The Arlington Connection The Vienna/Oakton Robinson Secondary, finished in fourth place a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army within the Connection overall in the 2014 United States Geography Olym- Armor branch and will report to Fort Benning, GA., The McLean Connection piad, junior varsity division. The competition to attend Ranger School. Upon completion, he will The Great Falls Connection consisted of two parts: a written exam and a quiz be stationed in Germany. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Burke Connection ❖ October 30 - November 5, 2014 ❖ 13 Sports

Photo by Craig Sterbutzel/The Connection Photo by Jon Roetman/The Connection Fairfax senior Charlotte Duke, left, scored a goal against Madison in the The Fairfax field hockey team won its sixth consecutive Liberty District/ Conference 6 tournament championship game on Oct. 27 at Fairfax High Conference 6 championship on Oct. 27. School. Fairfax Field Hockey Wins Sixth Straight Title

“It’s our six-peat, so it felt like more pres- Rebels beat Madison sure,” Burnett said, “because you didn’t want to be the team to break the streak.” to capture Conference Does this title feel any different than the previous five? 6 championship. “They’re all different,” Beaudoin said. “They’re different kids, they have different By Jon Roetman personalities. This group is a group of fight- The Connection ers. … We’ve had injuries all year and people just step in and they play. I love this hen time expired in the first group.” half of Monday’s Confer- The Rebels fought their way to a 16-3 Wence 6 field hockey tourna- record this season with a roster loaded with ment final, the goose eggs talented and experienced seniors. Last year, on the scoreboard initially signified Madi- the Rebels finished region runner-up and son had escaped the opening 30 minutes earned a berth in the state tournament. This unscathed against five-time defending year, Fairfax hopes to make another deep champion Fairfax. postseason run. The Rebels faced Robinson, “Almost,” Fairfax senior Charlotte Duke the No. 4 seed from Conference 5, in the said after the game. opening round on Wednesday, after The While time ran out, play would continue Connection’s deadline. as Fairfax had earned a penalty corner in Photo by Craig Sterbutzel/The Connection “We have a lot of pride in our school and the closing seconds. The Rebels capitalized Senior captain Cori Black and the Fairfax field hockey team defeated our team,” Burnett said, “and we [want] to when senior defender Mackenzie Burnett Madison 2-0 on Oct. 27. show that out on the field.” found the back of the cage for the third time Fairfax’s Burnett, forward Duke, senior this season, giving Fairfax a 1-0 advantage. ond half and Fairfax won its sixth consecu- a boost entering the break. forward Trisha Le, senior midfielder Olivia “Before [head coach Amber Beaudoin] tive Liberty District/Conference 6 champi- “I think we knew that if we didn’t score Cummings, and senior defender Cori Black told us all to press up, I was thinking to onship with a 2-0 victory on Oct. 27 at then,” Duke said, “then it would be a bad each earned first-team all-conference hon- myself, time is out, how great would it be Fairfax High School. halftime for us and [Madison] would have ors. Junior midfielder Victoria Brzezynski, to put one in and go into the second half The Rebels got off to a slow start against more confidence knowing that they sur- senior midfielder Meg Robertson and sopho- with a leg up,” Burnett said. “It just hap- the Warhawks during their regular-season vived half the game without us scoring, once more defender Molly Tenerelli were named pened that I got to the ball and I turned meeting on Oct. 9, but eventually scored a again.” to the all-conference second team. and I felt the goalie on me and I just placed pair of second-half goals to win, 2-0. On The Rebels started their championship The winner of Wednesday’s Fairfax/ it. I feel that that really gave us a push in Monday, the teams were again on the verge run when Burnett was in the seventh grade. Robinson game will face the winner of the second half.” of entering the second half locked in a score- No. 21 didn’t want the streak to end on her Battlefield/Lake Braddock in the region Duke added an insurance goal in the sec- less tie, but Burnett’s goal gave the Rebels watch. quarterfinals on Thursday, Oct. 30.

Sports Roundups SoCo Football Lake Braddock Thumps T.C. West Springfield Demolishes Woodson Williams Improves to 6-2 The South County football team remained undefeated After suffering its second two-point loss of the season, the The West Springfield football team beat Annandale with a 69-6 drubbing of Woodson on Oct. 24. Lake Braddock football team responded with a 52-7 victory 35-10 on Oct. 24, giving the Spartans three straight wins The Stallions (8-0) have outscored their last four op- over T.C. Williams on Oct. 24, improving its record to 6-2. and six in their last seven games. ponents 252-51, scoring at least 56 points each game The Bruins two losses came against West Springfield (16- West Springfield will travel to face T.C. Williams at and surpassing 60 three times. 14) and Robinson (19-17). 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1 before concluding the South County will host Lake Braddock at 7:30 p.m. Lake Braddock will travel to face undefeated South regular season with a Nov. 7 home game against on Friday, Oct. 31. County on Friday, Oct. 31. Woodson.

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