Neighborhood Outlook, Alexandria Page 3 Winter Fun, Gazette Packet Page 12 25 Cents Serving Alexandria for over 200 years • A Connection Newspaper January 28, 2016 ‘Pushed to the Brink’ City digs out from epic snowstorm. By Jeanne Theismann Gazette Packet

fter days of being at a Photos by John Bordner standstill, Alexandria is Aslowly recovering after nearly two feet of snow paralyzed the city in the worst single storm to hit the area since the Knickerbocker Storm of 1922. “According to the National Weather Service, Alexandria re- corded 22 inches of snow in less Yon Lambert, left, director of Transportation and than 36 hours,” said Yon Lambert, Mayor Allison Silberberg discusses the storm damage Environmental Services, talks with snow plow driver Director of Transportation and with arborist Matthew Barker Sunday near Van Dorn Leslie Wood, who was working to clear streets in the Environmental Services. “There is Metro station. West End Sunday afternoon. some debate over the official record at Reagan Airport but obviously this amounts of snow from the city streets. ally a great team effort.” neighbor, Dave Beck, made several hikes to was a historic event and pushed us to the “We are focusing today on residential Residents banded together during the the only open gas station on North Henry brink.” streets and managing traffic issues on pri- storm, with some like Rick Augusburger an- Street to get diesel fuel so we could keep City officials worked around the clock as mary and secondary routes,” Lambert added ticipating the massive clean up to clear working,” Augusburger added. snow began blanketing the region Friday Wednesday morning. streets and vehicles of snow and ice. As the weather improved, so did afternoon, with whiteout conditions devel- According to Lambert, no power outages “It was a whim,” said Augusburger, who everyone’s spirits with Beck barbecuing oping into Saturday before the storm moved were reported in the city by Dominion was able to rent a walk-behind Bobcat brats on a street grill and using the snow its way up the Mid-Atlantic coast. Power and it was not necessary to operate loader when one suddenly became avail- banks as a cooler for drinks. “Everyone in the city, from road crews to any emergency shelters. “That was one of able Friday morning. “But while I was the “We had a goal to get everyone’s car out those clearing sidewalks, was out and work- the most fortunate things to come out of one who made the call, the real story is before the NFL playoff games started on ing very, very hard,” Lambert said. “We did this storm,” Lambert noted. about how the entire block came together. Sunday,” Augusburger said. “I think we our best to manage the expectations of citi- Mayor Allison Silberberg spent Saturday It was a complete team effort.” freed up more than 50 cars and everyone zens and set a goal to have all streets pass- and Sunday with city crews during the Augusburger, who lives with his wife Jane who operated the Bobcat had a fun experi- able for emergency vehicles by 7 a.m. storm. “This was a real Level 3 storm,” in the 900 block of South St. Asaph Street, ence. It was like playing in a sandbox for Wednesday morning. We met that goal but Silberberg said. “That is the highest we have alternated 90-minute shifts with neighbor us.” we still have a lot of work left to do.” experienced and whiteout conditions Chris McCarthy operating the snow loader With snow removal continuing through- By the city’s definition, “passable” in some slowed down plowing. But I am really proud to keep their street and the side access roads out the city, trash collection was suspended instances means a single lane of access with of how everyone pulled together – citizens, clear during the storm. until Monday, Feb.1, to help keep streets more time needed to clear the massive law enforcement, road crews — it was re- “During the worst of the storm, another clear for the ongoing clean up.

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‘Passable’ Photo by John Bordner Roads n Wednesday morning, OJan. 27, the city an nounced that all streets in Alexandria were passable for emergency vehicles, but warned A snow plow makes its way through the streets of Old that “passable” may mean only Town Jan. 24 following the worst snowfall in the region Residents of Quay Street rest Monday afternoon after one lane is clear. since the Knickerbocker Storm of 1922. clearing their block of nearly two feet of snow.

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the added inconvenience that, because the dump Postage U.S. trucks were converted to impromptu snow plows, — Vernon Miles STD PRSRT www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 ❖ 1 2 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Editor Steven Mauren Neighborhood Outlook 703-778-9415 or [email protected] Developments Underway for Oakville, Eisenhower, Landmark

Foundation’s exterior is nearly complete, populations are at critical mass, that’s when restarting the search.” Incemental steps but interior work will continue over the next we’ll start to see retail flourish. We’re see- “We’re waiting on formal notification 12 to 14 months, with an opening some- ing that now in Carlyle.” from GSA on the next step,” said Jinks. “The require time and time in 2017. However, the city has federal government Paradim, the high-rise apartment complex also faced major set- is not going to appeal negotiations. across the street, is also slated for an early backs in their plans for “It’s a critical part of the judge’s decision. By Vernon Miles 2017 opening. Behind Paradim, next to the the Eisenhower Valley. We expect that there The Connection beltway, another building project is still in The long vacant Victory the infrastructure to will be some kind of the planning phase, though it’s already been Center had been se- competition, but we ith the approval of the approved for a special use permit. The lected as the new head- make sure Eisenhower don’t know how Oakville Small Area Plan building will be a mix of residential and quarters for the TSA, lives up to its that’s going to work W by the City Council in late retail. According to Jinks, Harris Teeter has and city officials had ex- out or who is going 2015, that small corner of already filed a letter of intent to move into pressed enthusiasm that to be eligible… It’s Alexandria is receiving a major facelift. The one of the retail spaces. the new resident would potential.” very complicated, area referred to in council discussions as Jinks also noted that the nearby sports bring growth to the area — Stephanie Landrum, subject to significant the “Gateway to Alexandria” will see ex- field at the Alexandria Renew Enterprises the way the Patent and President, Alexandria Economic litigation. They’re panded density and retail as the city braces facility had opened in early January, though Trademark Office and Development Partnership wanting to do every- for the opening of the nearby Potomac Yard weather conditions have so far kept it from National Science Foun- thing perfectly right, Metro Station. being widely used. dation did to especially the second “Del Ray is an established small scale Moving a few blocks west, where Eisenhower East. However, in November, time around. We expect some kind of com- community main street,” said Stephanie Eisenhower crosses over Telegraph Road, U.S. Court of Federal Claims Judge Charles petition, but we don’t know who is being Landrum, president of the Alexandria Eco- Rushmark Properties has submitted concept Lettow overturned the lease, citing miscon- invited in.” nomic Development Partnership, “so one of plans for two multifamily buildings for the duct by the Government Services Adminis- Jinks said the decision on the new pro- the exciting things about development at empty lot on the north side of Eisenhower. tration who had been handling the trans- cess could be arriving in weeks or months. Oakville is that we add density, retail, and The concept will be reviewed by the Plan- action. “The Victory Centre’s owners offered “We’ve been hearing ‘any moment now’ customers without threat- ening the scale of Mount Vernon Avenue.” 395

Early in the planning pro- 1 cess, residents expressed 7 frustration that their homes would be overwhelmed by 402 nearby retail and high den- 7 sity complexes. The project 395 1 features larger “anchor” re- tail stores in the 20,000- The Oakville project square-foot space, with out- 420 features larger “anchor” 402 door dining and restaurants 395 retail stores with outdoor 3 in a nearby plaza. Semina dining and restaurants in 1 “This project comple- ry Rd a nearby plaza. 420 ments Del Ray,” said 7 Landrum. “You could envi- 402 sion brands going into this 395 401 project that wouldn’t fit on 236 1 At Landmark Mall, negotiations Mount Vernon Avenue.” over the site’s development are 420 613 7

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Van one where the plan is set in 236 241 7 King St motion but the city is forced 401 2 Duke St to wait on the developer. As constructiond continues R According to Jinks, develop- 95 495 on the National Science 95 495 Telegraph ers at the site are actively 95 Foundation in Eisenhower 495 looking to push the project 495 East,241 the plans for the into the next stage. 613 surrounding area95 are 495 “Assuming the [develop- taking shape. 495 ment site plan review] gets 95 495 approved, we anticipate 1 that the developer will tran- sition into the internal workings of that plan,” said Landrum. “So sometime over the next nine ning Commission and the City Council in GSA additional space at no cost, but it was for well over a month,” said Jinks. months, we will have a finalized plan.” February. over the amount of space that had been ap- The silver lining to the judge’s decision is Landrum said the current plan is to have “On the north side of Eisenhower, we’re proved by Congress,” said Landrum. “There that, despite the ruling against the GSA, the the retail at Oakville Triangle open along- adding significant retail,” said Landrum. was evidence that GSA said that it was more judge found no fault with the Victory Cen- side the Potomac Yard Metro Station in “We’re adding more of a community to than they were approved for but that they ter building itself, meaning that when the 2020. Eisenhower. That’s one of the themes of said they’d take it and get the lease signed.” competition restarts, it may still have a these plans. These are areas that didn’t have With the lease overturned, the city is left chance. Even if not at the Victory Center, THE EISENHOWER RENAISSANCE is people living and working in them. There’s back at square one with an empty Victory Jinks noted that one of the other TSA final- at hand. As construction continues on the been no population that considers these Center. ist locations was another parcel of land on National Science Foundation in Eisenhower places a community. By adding residential “It creates a vacuum,” said Landrum. Eisenhower near Telegraph Road. East, the plans for the surrounding area are projects, we’re creating that nighttme and “There’s a lot of information that’s not com- On the western end of Eisenhower, city taking shape. The National Science weekend population. When both of these ing out. Over the next few weeks, they’re See Developments, Page 19 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 ❖ 3 Alexandria $1,199,000 Alexandria/Braddock Heights $875,000 Alexandria/Old Town Greens $765,000 6002 Grove Drive. Stunning remodeled home in 1303 Quincy St. Fabulous renovation & expansion in Braddock 728 Catts Tavern Dr. PRICE REDUCED • 4 Levels of Luxury popular Belle Haven boasts 3,200+ square feet of living Heights! Quaint stone “cottage” has been transformed into a sleek Living. Rare End Town Home. Full of Upgrades, Options and space. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Gourmet contemporary with open floor plan, rich hardwood floors, high Built-ins. 3 Bedrooms, Beautiful Wood Floors. Soaring Vaulted kitchen opens to family room and deck. Dramatic master ceilings and abundant windows. 2 main level bedrooms and 2 upper Ceiling in Master bedroom with 4th level Loft, Walk-in Closet, with exposed stone wall opens to patios overlooking the including the spacious Owner’s suite with luxury en suite bath. Large Entry level office or library, 2-car garage, Huge Country Kitchen garden. Now priced at $1,199,000! Welcome home! corner lot with fenced back & side yard, patio, shed and manicured (19 X 11) and Deck for Grilling, Fireplace. Easy parking with 2-car Fran Slade 904-476-2691 lawn with irrigation. Christine Garner 703-587-4855 Garage. Large Pool. Gary Chute 703-371-9926

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4 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Tragedy and Charity Hardships continue for deputy sheriff, while family and coworkers help. Photo by Vernon Miles/Gazette Packet By Vernon Miles Gazette Packet

eople at the Alexandria Sheriff’s Department Psay good things about Sergeant Chris O’Dell, but one of the most telling stories about O’Dell is when he saved an inmate’s life in August 2014. The inmate at Alexandria’s Detention Center, suffer- ing from mental health issues, pressed a pen against his own throat and was on the verge of suicide when O’Dell approached and talked him out of it. For his actions, O’Dell was awarded the Lifesaving Award Sergeant Chris O’Dell with his family. at the annual Valor Awards. But less than a year later, another act of altruism inadvertently left O’Dell hospitalized with severe injury was work related, but the appeal process could brain damage. take up to six months. Last June, O’Dell was on duty at King’s Jewelry on Chris O’Dell is currently on leave from the Sheriff’s King Street. When his shift there ended, he headed Office, but it seems unlikely that he’ll be able to re- back towards the headquarters in Eisenhower to turn turn. When his saved up leave expired, he used his in his car, but stopped along the way to help a deputy sick leave. Now, other members of the Sheriff’s Of- whose car had been disabled. He helped to push the fice have been anonymously donating their own leave car, but in the process tore his carotid artery. He didn’t time to Chris O’Dell. Sheriff Dana Lawhorne says the know it at the time. He checked out from work, donations are allowed as part of a city-wide program, changed, and drove home to Spotsylvania. It was and Lawhorne confirmed that he and other mem- only once he reached his house that his wife, Beth bers of the Office had contributed time. Lawhorne O’Dell, noticed that some- echoed the sentiments of thing was wrong. Chris other Sheriff’s Department O’Dell had a headache. He “It’s a traumatic brain employees, saying Chris was stumbling and dropping O’Dell was an outstanding things he tried to pick up. injury. It’s hard to explain and dedicated employee. Once he started saying words One of the other employ- that didn’t make sense, his that to people … when you ees, Lt. Monique Rea, has wife realized what was going look at him, you don’t see set up a fundraiser to help on. Chris O’Dell was having the O’Dell family at a stroke. the disability. ” youcaring.com. The doctors managed to — Beth O’Dell “Everyone here, includ- repair Chris O’Dell’s carotid ing City Hall, are doing artery, but he spent nine their best to work toward more days in the Intensive Care Unit, then at rehab a positive outcome for Chris,” said Lawhorne. in Mount Vernon for several weeks. The stroke left The Sheriff’s Office has a disability plan, but Beth Chris O’Dell with aphasia, a disorder that critically O’Dell said the plan only extends for three years to affects the victim’s ability to communicate. While give the family time to find something new. Chris O’Dell has returned home, the challenges to “He’s not able to drive,” said Beth O’Dell. “We have him and his family haven’t stopped. to rely on people to help get him to his therapy ap- “As far as what’s to come, we don’t know,” said pointments. I work full time. I teach in Spotsylvania Beth O’Dell. “We went back recently to the neurolo- County. So it’s difficult to coordinate all of his care, gist and she does not feel that he will be able to re- like calling doctors and calling medical places and turn to work. That’s two weeks ago, so now we’re records. I never thought about it until now, but they’re trying to figure out the next plan.” only open 9 to 4. It’s been hard.” Beth O’Dell says this wasn’t something her family For Chris, Beth O’Dell says one of the hardest parts had been prepared for. Chris O’Dell O’Dell has been has been communicating, generally in conversations, with the Sheriff’s Office for 21 years and still had but also in explaining the extent of his injuries. nine years left before he expected to retire. Both Chris “It’s a traumatic brain injury,” Beth O’Dell said. “It’s and Beth O’Dell were working full time, Beth O’Dell hard to explain that to people … when you look at as a special education teacher, while also raising four him, you don’t see the disability. He has to talk to children, the youngest of whom is 12. She said in- people and tell them he’s had a stroke and needs surance helped cover the costs, but over time the people to talk slowly to him.” copays started to stack up: copays of at least $500 For Chris O’Dell, communicating without visual per hospital visit, weekly therapy sessions, radiol- cues has been next to impossible. He’s unable to get ogy treatment. Beth O’Dell said the family had been on the phone and talk to people or coordinate with expecting benefits under the Virginia Workers’ Com- others in his office. But the family is finding ways to pensation Act, but the family received notification overcome this. Texting has replaced phone calls as in December that the claim had been denied because the primary form of mobile communication. the commission felt that the injury was not work- “Communicating within the family, we’ve accom- place related. Beth O’Dell is putting together the modated, but we’re still learning how to deal with medical records and writing back explaining why the it,” said Beth O’Dell. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 ❖ 5 People

Out in the Storm Keeping the City Safe in Snowstorm Saturday, Jan. 22, 11 a.m. Jeff Duval has been up since 4:30 a.m. when he left his hotel room in Old Town to Team works 24/7. head to the Snow Control Center in the City By Shirley Ruhe of Alexandria Transportation and Environ- Gazette Packet mental Services headquarters. He is cur- rently on Mount Vernon Avenue taking a

Photos by Shirley Ruhe/Gazette Packet t is Thursday before the big snowstorm quick spin around the city to check things Ipredicted to hit the D.C. area with up out. “I honestly don’t know how much snow to two feet of snow. The control room is out there — maybe 20 inches.” is silent and the conference table empty. In DuVal says, “We are in decent shape on a few hours it will become the Snow Op- the primary roads. We’re starting on the erations Center buzzing with an interdisci- secondary now. Later in the day we’ll start plinary team of Alexandria City employees the residential. Our goal is to make one lane focused 24/7 on keeping the city safe. passable on every road by sometime tomor- Eleven large screens line the wall hooked row.” But he explains to get curb-to-curb to cameras that are recording in real time snow removal will take the better part of the major Alexandria intersec- next week. People tions and zooming in on a No accidents on vehicles reported yet, but At Work problem area. Other smaller there have been a handful of snow plows televisions sit side by side on stuck. “We bring in heavy equipment to get tables crossing the room, each with a spe- Jeff DuVal, deputy director of operations for the City of Alexandria’s them out.” He says they are trying to get cific purpose — checking the temperature Department of Transportation and Environmental Services, indicates an cars and people to stay home. “People play- of the roads across the city, spitting out up- intersection monitored in real time by one of 11 traffic cameras in the ing in the snow in the street is dangerous. to-date weather reports and radio dispatch Snow Control Center. “On King and Dangerfield we get a pulse for traffic They should stay in warm with their fami- communicating with other agencies and cit- and pedestrians in and out of the metro station,” he said. lies.” ies across the region. DuVal says, “It is the beginning of the “We prepare year round for winter contractor 10-wheel dump trucks for the for people to stay home to give us room and storm so the drivers’ spirits are still high. weather. In the summer we do table top larger streets. “And it involves a small army space. It is particularly difficult in Old Town They are still excited. It is the fun part of exercises as well as in-field training and when we all come together — drivers, re- where there are a lot of cars and space is the storm.” But he continues, “give it a preparation. In the middle of summer it pair folks, supervisors, administrative staff tight. And there is nowhere to dump over couple of days and they start to get fatigued. looks pretty funny,” said Jeff DuVal, deputy arranging food, hotel rooms and the logis- 6-8 inches of snow.” They can’t put it in the They are staying in hotels away from their director of operations for the city’s Depart- tics of planning the rosters (who works river because of sensitivities about the families and eating whatever food we can ment of Transportation and Environmental which shifts). This is a team response, not Chesapeake. He said they have a contrac- find. Employee burn-out sets in.” He says Services. just me. It’s all hands on deck,” he said. “We tor who moves snow to a dumping site. In this is the most difficult part of the opera- All of the drivers are sent out on their have to have an organized system, be able addition, it is the responsibility of the prop- tion. routes ahead of time and have plenty of time to handle any challenge. erty owner for clearing the snow on their in their zones to become familiar with their “We are ready and today will start pre- property. DuVal said, “When you are out Sunday, Jan. 24, 8:30 a.m. own particular speed bumps, cul de sacs, treating all primary and secondary roads shoveling your property, if you wouldn’t DuVal is tired but good. He says, “I don’t tight areas, pedestrian facilities and poten- with brine — like your Thanksgiving tur- mind, it helps if you can clear off a nearby remember what time I went home.” The tial obstacles. DuVal says many of the driv- key. This helps prevent the initial bind of fire hydrant or storm drain.” drivers have been working multiple 12-hour ers have between 15-25 years experience the snow.” He adds that it is also very cost This year they have a new AVS system shifts but are still in good spirits. DuVal ex- and know their zones like the back of their effective for a fraction of what it costs to that uses GPS to indicate in real time where plains It is a major logistical challenge to hand. treat with salt. “We watch the weather 24/ all of the drivers are currently, where they get 40-50 drivers to hotels and back on the Duval says they have 35 snow plows when 7 in communication with the National have been in the past and where salt has job. Sometimes they use the snow plow — everything is on the street including 10-12 Weather Service in Sterling. We also have been applied. “We learned from we use anything we can get.” access to the D.C. Council of Governments Snowmaggedon that we needed to have a DuVal says, “last night the snow plows so we speak to other counties and cities.” more organized and systematic response were getting stuck and we had to divert During the event DuVal said, “We have across agencies. We are in a better place resources from plowing to get the other central conference calls multiple times be- than 2009-10,” he said. snow plows out.” He said the city had to fore, during and after the event with the During the operation DuVal explains two bring in a lot of pieces of heavy equipment governments in the region. That way an- hours can pass like five minutes as 50 deci- from a disaster response contractor — front other jurisdiction can request resources if sions are made on the fly. A phone call from loaders, backhoes and dump trucks. Many needed. “It is in everyone’s best interest to a supervisor that a driver has been in an of them are heavy and bulky to move, not have this be a regional response.” accident, a truck is stuck, a bus is blocking like just driving a snow plow down the When the storm hits they will start with an intersection, a road is blocked by a num- street. He had called the contractor earlier the primary roads like Duke, King, Quaker ber of vehicles. “It involves triage and crisis in the week and had pieces of equipment Lane and Van Dorn that connect with management, quick decision. I have a very staged around the city as backup. He said, interstates. Then on to the secondary con- dedicated team of professionals who work “These drivers are from Pennsylvania and nector roads and finally the residential all hours, day and night and couldn’t be upper New York and have a lot of experi- roads starting geographically with what prouder of my people.” DuVal says he comes ence with big storms. So for us this is a his- makes sense close to bus routes, proximity from a family of community service. “It is a toric snowstorm but their attitude is this is to schools and hospitals. “We work 12-hour passion; a labor of love.” He heads off just a little storm.” shifts, and it is physically and mentally tax- Thursday afternoon to City Hall for an af- The day before DuVal saw a lot of vehicles ing for the drivers to stay on focus for this ternoon of meetings with the fire and po- slipping around at the major intersections Jeff DuVal inspects one of the 35 length of time. Getting enough sleep is im- lice chiefs , superintendent of schools, city on the 11 cameras in the Snow Control snow plows on Thursday that portant.” DuVal will hop around from the manager where they will be planning for Center but “no accidents — great.” He said stand ready for action when the Operations Center to driving around the city the city overall, when to make a declara- he watched a lot of pedestrians slipping storm begins. He says they will looking at the conditions for himself, to tion of snow emergency and which events around, too, “drinking adult beverages since begin with the primary roads check on drivers to be sure they are staying and activities to cancel. Then home to sleep they didn’t have to go to work.” But most connecting to an interstate like warm and being safe. and back at 6 a.m. Friday. “The biggest sur- people were listening to the advice to stay King, Duke, Quaker Lane and Van DuVal says the public can help. Once a prise we have is always the weather. We rely home. “But the problem today is the snow Dorn, then move on to secondary snow emergency has been declared it is on meteorologists but with all of the tech- has stopped and people will want to get out connector roads and then residen- important that people move their cars off nological advances, we’re looking into a but we still have to be able to work. There tial. the designated streets. “It is also essential crystal ball.” is a lot still to do.” 6 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Blizzard ’16 TCHOUPITOULAS Fine Furnishings and Interior Design

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www.AlexandriaGazette.com ‘Disappointing, Not Surprising’ @AlexGazette An independent, locally owned weekly newspaper delivered to homes and businesses. ginia. And car title lenders, which are not con- Published by Local Media Connection LLC Bills to rein in sumer loans, often have effective interest rates Listen to Michael Pope’s 1606 King Street predatory lending die of more than 200 percent. Alexandria, Virginia 22314 “Predatory lending is a major problem in the Free digital edition delivered to U.S. 1 Corridor,” said Sen. Scott Surovell (D- reports on predatory your email box. Go to in Senate committee. connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe 36), who introduced the failed legislation to lending on WAMU curb predatory lending. “Car title lenders have NEWS DEPARTMENT: ave you ever paid 36 percent in- been abusing this loophole by charging rates Visit wamu.org/the_debt_trap [email protected] terest on a loan or credit card? over 200 percent. ... To rein in car title lender Steven Mauren Editor, 703-778-9415 HNot likely. It’s an outrageous rate, bait and switch tactics, I am proposing to limit adequate safety net. [email protected] especially given that the actual interest rates on consumer finance loans at 36 Michael Pope, who wrote about car title lend- Vernon Miles cost of money is close to zero right now. percent.” But that effort died in a Virginia Sen- ing abuses when he worked for the Connec- Reporter, 703-615-0960 [email protected] But right now, some people in Northern Vir- ate Committee this week. tion and Gazette Packet, recently completed a Jeanne Theismann ginia are paying more than 200 percent on Between 2010, when the Virginia General multi-part investigative series on predatory 703-778-9436 loans secured by their car title. These are Assembly gave the green light to the car title lending for WAMU, which you can listen to [email protected] @TheismannMedia people who are both financially desperate and lending industry, the total number of locations here: http://wamu.org/the_debt_trap Jon Roetman financially unsophisticated, who likely assume more than doubled from 184 to 395. When his series concluded, the message of Sports Editor, 703-752-4013 [email protected] that regulation would keep a lender from Some legislators claim this is a free market the damage of predatory lending seemed to @jonroetman bleeding them dry with unrestricted interest and personal responsibility issue, that people resonate. Legislation to rein in the abuses of Steve Artley rates. who have no other options should be able to 200 percent interest seemed destined to make Cartoonist Predatory lending is a local issue, with car turn to high interest lending as a last resort. a difference. [email protected] title lenders congregating in lower income ar- But most people who turn to these loans would This year, it will not. ADVERTISING: eas like along Route 1 in the Mount Vernon be better off without this last resort. Attorney General Mark Herring tweeted, For advertising information [email protected] area, and also queuing up near the border with “It’s a trap, and although it’s presented as a “disappointing, not surprising” on Monday in 703-778-9431 Prince George’s County, Md., where car title loan it’s really loan-sharking,” said Jay Speech, response to the news that all four bills that Debbie Funk lending is illegal. executive director of the Virginia Poverty Law sought to limit predatory lending were voted Disply Advertising/National Sales 703-778-9444 Earlier this week, a Virginia Senate commit- Center. “People who get into this end up much down in committee. [email protected] tee killed a bill that would have capped con- worse off than when they started.” Disappointing, but not surprising. A sad com- Julie Ferrill sumer loan interest rates at 36 percent. It’s hard We all pay the price when an industry preys mentary. Display Advertising, 703-778-9446 to believe, but right now there are no limits to on the poor. People who lose their cars can lose — Mary Kimm [email protected] [email protected] Tara Lloyd the interest rates that can be charged in Vir- their jobs, then relying on the frayed and in- Display Advertising, 703-778-9447 [email protected] Letters to the Editor Andrea Smith Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 [email protected] hoods, where that development is Braddock Metro Neighborhood David Griffin Why Develop Small Area Plans? appropriate, and at what density Plan (BMNP) and the Braddock Marketing Assistant 703-778-9431 To the Editor: public meetings, write letters, and and height. East Master Plan — the latter of [email protected] The City of Alexandria invests testify before Planning Commis- The property at 699 North which was developed specifically thousands of dollars, in the form sion and City Council to provide Patrick St., known as Ramsey to address development of the Publisher Jerry Vernon of employee man-hours and con- input into these plans. The result Homes, is in the Parker Gray His- public housing sites in the [email protected] tractor fees, to develop the small is a coordinated and collaborative toric District and is also governed Braddock neighborhood, includ- Editor & Publisher area plans. Citizens likewise con- view of what is acceptable devel- by two small area plans that were ing Ramsey Homes. These plans Mary Kimm [email protected] tribute considerable time to attend opment within our neighbor- approved only eight years ago: the are specific on what the commu- @MaryKimm nity and the city agreed was ap- Editor in Chief Steven Mauren propriate for the Ramsey Homes Photography: site. John Bordner, Deb Cobb, Louise Krafft, Craig Sterbutzel The Braddock Metro Neighbor- Art/Design: Laurence Foong, John Heinly hood Plan states “new buildings Production Manager: east of Route 1 will remain as Geovani Flores walk-ups or townhouses with Editor Emeritus: backyards;” the Ramsey Homes Mary Anne Weber

site is located east of Route 1 and CIRCULATION: 703-778-9426 thus is subject to this requirement. Circulation Manager: Ann Oliver The Braddock East Small Area [email protected] Plan “recommends that Ramsey Homes should either be rehabili- A Connection Newspaper tated as part of the overall rede- The Alexandria Gazette Packet is distributed weekly to selected homes in the velopment program for the area, City of Alexandria. Any owners or occupants of premises that with some potential for infill, or do not wish to receive the paper can notify be redeveloped with townhomes the publisher by telephone at 703-778-9426 or by email to or townhouse scale buildings…” In [email protected], and the distributor will be notified to September, nearly 30 citizens discontinue service. Steve Artley/Gazette Packet spent hours testifying before City Council in favor of the Braddock East Plan’s rehabilitation recom- mendation — an option City Council encouraged the developer, the Alexandria Redevelopment Housing Authority (ARHA), to consider and for which city staff

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The Accidental Mentor 86,000 Agents | 3,000 Offices on 6 Continents | 109-Year Legacy By Jane Hess Collins Belle Rive 3900 Picardy Court, Community Lodgings Communications/ Alexandria VA Volunteer Coordinator Classic colonial on cul-de-sac near Mount Vernon. 5 BR, 3.5 BA, 2-car entoring a teenage girl was the garage backs to woods. Spacious last thing on Dana Gilbertson’s floor plan with office, rec room, M media room & home gym. Just mind in 2013 when she visited steps to the beach. Community Lodgings, an Alexandria non- $1,095,000 profit that offers transitional and affordable Jeanne Atkins housing and youth education to low-in- MLS # FX8773280 come, predominantly Latino families. Shirlington Village Gilbertson had intended to start a birthday 2720 Arlington Mill Drive program for the Commu- Unit #416, Arlington VA Community nity Lodgings youth, some- 2 BR/2 BA + DEN condo features: thing that she had seen in Photo courtesy of Dana Gilbertson granite counters, 36" cabinets, Lodgings Hennesy (left) and her Community new hardwood floors, an open floor her native Wisconsin. plan that spans to an extra large However, Melanie Ficke, Lodgings mentor Dana Gilbertson patio & garage parking with Community Lodgings’ program director, display the scrapbook they worked additional storage. knew she would be a perfect fit for their on together last summer. $669,000 mentoring program, a weekly meeting of Mark Souder MLS # AR9511790 adult role models and teens from the our time together. That means so much to Arlandria community. Now Gilbertson, a them.” Wellington Estates 1108 Westmoreland Road, marketing executive with Innovative Asso- She asserts that mentoring has had a Alexandria VA ciation Solutions in Del Ray and a part-time greater impact on her than on the girls. “I This charming home is just waiting nanny, says mentoring with Community didn’t realize just how much effect one per- for your special touches! Freshly Lodgings each Monday evening “is always son can have on the entire course of painted & hardwood floors the best part of my week.” someone’s life and wellbeing.” refinished. A short drive to Old Through those meetings she met Hennesy, Mentoring has also given her a peek into Town and steps to bike trail. Waynewood School. a creative 14-year-old girl struggling with the world of a young, Hispanic teen and $597,500 grades and focus. Last spring Gilbertson the challenges of cultural differences, im- Karen Leonard offered Hennesy a challenge — pass your migration and translating for parents. “I MLS # FX9504867 failing class and we will scrapbook together have never experienced so many of the Mount Vernon Manor over the summer. things these girls juggle on a daily basis. 8619 Gateshead Rd, Hennesy set herself on a study schedule Their resiliency and ability to tackle seem- Alexandria VA and passed her class. The two of them spent ingly grownup issues at such an early age Spacious 4 BR, 2.5 BA, colonial in the summer bonding over their shared love truly blows my mind,” she added. sought-after Mt Vernon Manor. Meticulously maintained, hardwood of scrapbooking. “Hennesy felt much more While Gilbertson began mentoring some- floors, fireplace, carport, updated comfortable talking because it was so natu- what accidentally, she feels everything hap- kitchen, windows, doors, roof, etc. ral,” Gilbertson recalled. “She was able to pens for a reason and acknowledges this is Must see! talk about the things she probably would the best “accident” she may ever make. “The $529,900 not have if I were asking her questions. It girls have changed the way I see so many Mark Souder MLS # FX9533313 was an awesome experience.” things in life,” she reflects “and I’m so in- Gilbertson’s only regret is that she did not credibly grateful for that.” Tauxemont mentor sooner, saying, “The mentoring pro- 1241 Shenandoah Road, Alexandria VA gram has taught me more than I would have To become a volunteer mentor for girls or boys Large treed lot with Tauxemont ever expected. It really comes down to lis- with Community Lodgings, contact Jane Collins at Spring Water! Cherished for years tening and being present every minute of [email protected]. – now waiting for new owner to add personal touches. 3 BR, 1 BA, steps to bus, shopping & dining. Letters to the Editor Waynewood School Dist. $449,900 From Page 8 Homes violates the most fundamental te- Karen Leonard MLS # FX9525435 nets of the approved area plans — necessi- developed some good proposals that tating ARHA to request that that the Plan- Parkfairfax would have addressed community concerns. ning Commission up-zone the site and 3128 Ravensworth Place, Alexandria VA However, ARHA has ignored the amend an approved plan that is less than a community’s concerns and instead proposes Located on one of Parkfairfax’s decade old and was developed specifically best streets with exceptionally to build two large apartment buildings that to address development of the easy parking, this completely will shadow over the nearby 19th century neighborhood’s public housing sites like refurbished 1 BR + 1 BA condo row houses. The plans speak of townhouses Ramsey Homes. If small area plans are to is freshly painted with brand new carpeting & windows. on the site — not apartment buildings that have any relevance, planning commission- require elevators. $235,000 ers and City Council must uphold the letter Donnan C. Wintermute ARHA seeks to more than triple the den- of plan MLS # AX9539166 sity on this small site, from the existing 15 and require ARHA to redesign the project homes to 53 apartments that will house to conform to the plans’ requirements on nearly 200 people, but will only have 29 density, parking, and green space. Other- Alexandria 310 King St. | Alexandria, VA 22314 | 703.518.8300 parking spaces. The Braddock East Plan wise, perhaps the city should stop wasting specifically addresses the issue of appropri- taxpayer dollars to develop small area plans The property information herein is derived from various sources that may include, but not be limited to, county records and the Multiple Listing Service and it may include ate density for each of the public housing that it ignores. approximations. Although the information is believed to be accurate, it is not warranted and you should not rely upon it without personal verification. Real estate agents affiliated sites, noting “these FARs are the maximum with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage are independent contractor agents and are not employees of the Company. ©2015 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. that is likely to be supportable on these Heidi Ford Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker, the sites.” For the Ramsey Homes site, the plan Alexandria Coldwell Banker logo, Coldwell Banker Previews International and the Previews logo are registered and unregistered service specifies 15-30 units. marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. ARHA’s development proposal for Ramsey See Letters, Page 10 10713WDC_05/15 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 ❖ 9 Opinion Letters to the Editor

From Page 9 are posted on that website. All persons qualified to vote may vote in either Primary, however, they may not vote in both Prima- Praising Staff ries (Virginia Code 24.2-530). For this elec- tion, voters who wish to participate in the Treatment Republican Party Primary must sign a state- To the Editor: ment confirming Republican Party affilia- As an Old Town resident, it is always en- tion before voting. joyable to walk around during and after a Primary voting determines who will be Yahia and snow storm. My wife and I had dinner on the Democratic and Republican candidates volunteer King Street and a few warm drinks at places for President on Nov. 8, national election Sharon that stayed open. day. Wilkinson Some restaurant owners and managers Virginia voters must show photo identifi- expected their staff to drive to and from Old cation prior to voting. For more informa- Town for a shift with nearly two feet of snow tion, including a list of acceptable IDs, Photo Contributed falling or on the ground and no Metro or please see Virginia’s Department of Elec- DASH service. The places we would rather tions website (http://elections.virginia.gov/ support took a different approach, paying casting-a-ballot/in-person-voting/ for hotel rooms for restaurant staff during index.html). the storm and its aftermath. If you do not have a photo ID, you may One such place is Murphy’s on King apply for a free photo ID at the City of Street, which paid for its staff to stay at the Alexandria’s Voter Registration office any Reading Buddies: walkable Hotel Monaco, something Pat Troy time it is open, including Election Day. They also used to do for Ireland’s Own staff. are located at 132 North Royal Street, Suite Kudos to restaurant owners who arrange 100. Hours are Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. Yahia and Sharon accommodations for their employees when to 5 p.m. This ID is valid for voting pur- it’s snowing. Perhaps more of the places that poses only. On Election Day the office is From Yahia: date. He has always been a good reader (out choose to stay open during a blizzard will open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. I have been working with Ms. Sharon for loud reading); he reads with great expres- make sure their staff is safe and happy when Voting is a privilege, please exercise it. about three years and it is a lot of fun. My sion and it was no wonder that his teachers most of the region gets the week off work. favorite moment was when we went to choose him to read to younger students at Lynn Hampton IHOP and shared stuff about ourselves. And school. He tackles new words with energy Kenneth J. Wolfe Alexandria meeting at the library every Friday. Ms. and curiosity and he’s open to reading dif- Alexandria Sharon and I learned new words, because ferent kinds of books and stories — mys- we read books above my reading level. Ms. teries, adventure, science and nature. This Helping Outdoor Cats Sharon would help me pronounce and tell is really great, because it opens his imagi- Vote in Primary To the Editor: me the meanings of nation to new information and possibilities. To the Editor: The feral cats, homeless cats, stray cats, Mentor of words. Ms. Sharon also I love working with Yahia, because he is There is an important election coming wild cats, street cats, and alley cats among The Month helped me write cursive flexible and open to learning new things. soon, on Tuesday, March 1, the primary elec- others are members of the same species of when I was in the 3rd One big challenge has been focus. We used tion for President of the United States. I am cats. Because these grade. Ms. Sharon and I read “Curse of the to talk about this a lot, but now we hardly supporting Hillary Clinton for President cats lack food, King Tut Mummy” and “The Shark-Headed need to mention it because he can clearly because I feel she is the best of all the can- shelter, and water, Zombie;” and we read half of “Hugo” then see, and articulate, how important focus is didates to be in charge in this extremely it prompts them to watched the movie. to the success he strives for in his classes. complicated world. hunt and scavenge Ms. Sharon helped me improve my read- I admire the Wright to Read program so The following information benefits all to look for their ing and gave me more knowledge about the much, because it is such a smart concept. candidates and outlines the important dates bread. At times, meaning and spelling of words. We also did The fact that the students are recommended in Virginia for the 2016 Presidential elec- the cats have no some math together. I taught her some math to the program by their teachers and that tions and to emphasize the importance of luck, and they are skills that can be useful in life and she Wright to Read takes such care in selecting taking the time to vote, in both the primary forced to rely on taught me some reading skills that can be the mentors and pairing them with the stu- and general election. We are very proud of the kindness of useful in life. dents and their families is a major reason our daughter who voted in 2012, the first people who love Ms. Sharon is nice, caring, and loving. She why my partnership with Yahia has been so time she could vote. Elections are very im- cats. However, it may be quite difficult dur- is nice, caring and loving, because every successful. I have met many of Yahia’s teach- portant at all times, and especially now, ing winter. There are some reasons that time she picks me up for our lesson, she ers and have consulted with them on read- given the stark differences in the candidates. people might consider when helping this says, “how are you and what did you do at ing material and on ways to best help Yahia On Tuesday, March 1 the Virginia Demo- type of cat. The cats assist in killing rodents school?’ The Wright to Read program is an succeed in class. They have been unfailingly cratic and Republican primary elections for that destroy property and are causative awesome program to be in, because it stays helpful. President will be held at your respective agents of diseases; therefore, there is no in contact with your teachers to see what Finally, the effort that the program man- precincts. Absentee voting began Friday, need to use pesticides. The members of the you are doing in class. Wright to Read is agers expend to engage the families, stu- Jan. 15 and continues to Feb. 27, at the society should endeavour to care for cats also great, because we can go down to their dents and all the great resources Wright to City’s Voter Registration Office, 132 North since it is simply a gesture for appreciating library any time and get some new books. I Read has to offer is first rate — the trainings, Royal St., Suite 100. Hours are Monday - what cats do. In addition to that, it indi- love being in the program, because it helps picnics, parties at IHOP. All of this create a Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Voter registra- cates respect for life. Ms. Sharon and me be connected at some- sense of community and mutual support. tion deadline for this election is Monday, thing in common. Wright to Read is an awe- Wright to Read provides volunteer-based one-on- Feb. 8. You may submit a new or updated Providing Shelter some program. one sustained literacy tutoring and mentoring (change of address, etc.) voter registration Cats need a place where they can stay relationships to City of Alexandria elementary school application online through Virginia’s De- protected against outdoor factors such as children in need, and collaborates with families, schools and community partners to create a compre- partment of rain and the scorching sun. The cats require From Ms. Sharon: hensive support network that guides each child to Elections website (http:// just a small portion given because they rely I have been mentoring Yahia for three success. Wright to Read is a member of the Alexan- elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ballot/in- on each other for warmth, thus creating delightful years. I always look forward to dria Mentoring Partnership (AMP). AMP was created person-voting/index.html). tight spaces around their shelter. Any ma- in 2006 to ensure that quality mentors and mentor seeing him on our session days. (And I think programs are available for Alexandria’s youth and If you would like to submit a paper regis- terials may be used to make the place com- he feels the same way.) We talk about so young adults in need. There are 11 professionally tration application, you may use the form fortable and habitable for the cat. Two ba- many things — what’s going on in school, managed programs in the partnership that need on the Voter Registration Information and sic types of housing include homemade and what he does when he hangs out with his adult mentors. To learn more about Wright to Read, Application page located at: readymade shelters. visit www.wrighttoread.org or to learn more about friends, and his adventures with his family. AMP, visit: http://www.alexandriava.gov/ www.alexandriava.gov/Elections. Yahia has made tremendous progress to Mentoring. Sample Ballots for the March 1 Primary See Letters, Page 11 10 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Opinion Maintaining Memory By Mary Lee Anderson begin at Executive Director 9:30 a.m. Senior Services of Alexandria SSA is partnering f you are a fellow baby- with local I boomer, does an occasional experts lapse in memory sometimes from Inova make you wonder if it is something Alexandria more serious than a momentary Hospital, distraction? Are you unsure about Arden

Photo Contributed the best way to ease the frustra- Courts of tion that can come with caring for Annandale, Insight Memory Care a loved one who Center, and Alexandria’s Division Senior is suffering from on Aging and Adult Services Se- Services of dementia? Would nior Mental Health Department to you like to learn provide useful information on the Alexandria more about the different types of memory loss. latest medical ad- The workshop will include inter- New Deputies vances related to dementia and its active exercises on ways to stimu- The Alexandria Sheriff’s Office welcomes three new deputies to it ranks. From treatment? The next Senior late the brain to keep it active and left: Dwayne Rogers, Emily Morris and Morgan Garner were sworn in at the Speaker Series event will address lessen memory loss. Participants Alexandria Courthouse on Friday, Jan. 22, shortly before the courthouse closed these questions, and share con- will also learn about the “10 Warn- early in advance of the blizzard. The three received their badges and Edward crete advice on methods to stimu- ing Signs” related to dementia, Semonian, Clerk of the Circuit Court, administered their oath of office. The late memory and brain activity. and how exercise and healthy eat- recruits begin training this week. Senior Services of Alexandria’s ing can make a difference. Feb. 10 Speaker Series is going to This event is free and open to focus on “Maintaining Memory the public. Light refreshments with Letters to the Editor and Coping with Its Loss.” The healthy brain food will be served. event takes place at Beatley Cen- Please register at From Page 10 and proper nutrition is the kitten formula. Extra calo- tral Library at 5005 Duke St. from www.seniorservicesalex.org or call The homemade shelter is designed from any mate- ries can also be obtained from canned foods because 10 a.m. – noon. Registration will 703-836-4414, ext. 110. rial ranging from wood, plastics, or metal among the food freezes during the cold seasons. others depending on what is available. The shelter To protect cats from harsh environmental condi- built should be of a size that can accommodate a tions, the water and feeding locations should be situ- good number of cats comfortably. It should not be ated close to the shelter. Cats require a devoted feeder too big and neither too small, just the appropriate as the cats might get used to a particular feeding size. However, the smaller size is the most preferred schedule due to routine feeding. Cats are dependent given that it helps the cat to retain its body heat. on fresh, clean water that’s essential for their living. The size of the entry point to the shelter should be This means the bowl should be checked regularly to put into consideration. It should just fit the cat’s size ensure the cat has fresh water that is not frozen. so as to prevent elements of weather such as the wind from getting in. Depending on the space available, a Conclusion curtain may also be put in the shelter. The shelter Although cats do not have a specific way of saying should be well ventilated, and bedding materials such that they are grateful for everything, they will ex- as blanket and towels should be added to keep the press their gratitude for making sure that there are cat warm. The ready-made shelters are bought with no rodents in the home. All in all, we should show everything in place for the cat. compassion all God’s creatures. For more informa- tion on how to care for feral cats go to these links: Access to food and water www.humanesociety.org/issues/feral_cats The maintenance of energy requirements during www.alleycat.org/sheltergallery the cold spell means that cats will require more calo- www.neighborhoodcats.org ries and fat. This, therefore, calls for individuals in the neighbourhood to give support through dona- Patricia Vargas tions. A perfect source of a high content of calories Alexandria

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s Alexandrians dig themselves Cheesetique, out from their recent string of 2411 Mount Vernon Ave. Asnow days, Restaurant Week ar Cheesetique is by far a perennial Restau- rives at the perfect time for a rant Week favorite. Like most of its breth- respite from shoveling. Here are three eat- ren, it offers a set menu for the week, but eries worthy of saving a spot for in the com- its options are hardly limited as a result. A ing week. $35 dinner for two gets you and your com- panion three selections of meats and Restaurant Eve, cheeses from the restaurant’s wide array, 110 S. Pitt St. plus two entrees and a chocolate mousse Long the darling of Old Town fine din- for the two of you to share. ing, Eve’s got quite a deal in It’s easy to get bogged-down in the entrée Appetite store for Restaurant Week. selection, and you really can’t go wrong. Whereas many restaurants pick But to ignore the grilled pimiento sandwich and choose a special tasting menu, Restau- would be a crime — its gooey center is off- rant Eve is allowing diners to concoct their set perfectly by crisp bread, and the side three courses straight from the entire bis- salad makes you feel rather virtuous in the tro menu. end. Or consider the Mediterranean white Relatively new participating in Restaurant bean salad, which is certainly filling (and Week, it’s clear that Eve has hit the ground flavorful) enough for a hearty meal — with running. In an age of prix fixe options, Chef a little room to spare for dessert. Cathal Armstrong and his team may have A silky chocolate mousse is a perfect way set the top spinning in the opposite direc- to top off the evening. And with a glass of The first course of Cheesetique's Restaurant Week menu allows diners to tion, allowing diners to enjoy the freedom wine or pint of beer to wash it all down, pick three meats or cheeses to share. of choice in their menu offerings. how can you go wrong? Bistro entrée prices generally land in the $35-40 range, so enjoying an entrée plus a Trademark, you in straightaway. chop with sweet potato polenta. first course and dessert for Restaurant Week 2080 Jamieson Ave. Give Trademark’s winter Caesar a try to To finish off your meal, you could be prices is a treat indeed. Try one of Chef Tucked away amid hotels, condos, and the start with — the liquorice-like taste of Bel- “good” and order the cardamom poached Armstrong’s internationally inspired dishes, federal courthouse, it’s easy to overlook gian endive blends very nicely with the pears, or you could go the decadent route such as the Jinga Palak, and for a first Trademark. But the tavern’s Restaurant dish’s capers — and then move on to the and dive into a Guinness brownie. Either course, the heirloom beets can’t be, well, Week special is sure to win you over. A main course, where you’ll find a solid array way, you’re sure to enjoy a sweet surprise. beat. For a more complete Eve experience, three-course prix fixe will run you $35 per of options. The butternut squash risotto of- Hope Nelson owns and operates the Kitchen ask the sommelier, Todd Thrasher, for the person — with drink pairings you’ll pay $45 fers a seasonal take on the rice dish, and Recessionista blog, www.kitchenrecessionista.com. perfect pairing, or take the bartender up on – and the variety of offerings will likely pull you could do worse than the grilled pork Email her at [email protected]. Calendar

Email announcements to gazette@ Associates Gallery, 105 N. Union St. “Mountains: Recent Paintings by Coldsmith Gallery, the historical served at the Fairfax Seminary connectionnewspapers.com. Include This show features mixed media Sue Grace.” Gallery hours, through objects and images featured hospital. Admission is $2. Visit date, time, location, description and artist and TAG member Karen Feb. 22 at Goodwin House Bailey’s represent The Lyceum, the www.alexandriava.gov/lyceum for contact for event: phone, email and/or Fitzgerald, who creates art from Crossroads, 3440 S. Jefferson St. Sue community at work, and more. website. Photos and artwork welcome. recycled materials. Using everything Grace’s paintings draw inspiration commemorations and celebrations. Occupied City: Civil War Deadline is Thursday at noon, at least from junk mail to food packaging, from the West Virginia Mountains Throughout the exhibition, visitors Alexandria Self-Guided Tour. At two weeks before event. Fitzgerald’s art celebrates the small and time she has spent there. These are invited to “be the curator” and The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. things that make up our everyday paintings represent her fascination think about why the various artifacts learn about the real history behind lives. Free. Visit with the representational, abstract, are in the museum’s collection, and the show “Mercy Street” on this self- ONGOING www.torpedofactory.org for more. and figurative elements of painting. about how tangible representatives of guided walking tour, which features “Muted.” Through Jan. 31, gallery Free. Email Anthony Brock at “Medieval Story Land.” Through the past help tell the story of significant Civil War Alexandria sites hours at the Art League Gallery, 105 [email protected]. Jan. 30, 8 p.m. on Fridays and Alexandria’s history. Free. Visit all within walking distance of The N. Union St. “Muted” will showcase “No Holds Barred.” Through Feb. 27, Saturdays, 2 p.m. on Saturdays at www.alexandriahistory.org for more. Lyceum, which was seized and used the artist’s ability to focus on using a 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Fridays, 10 a.m.-4 Medical Care for the Civil War Port City Playhouse, 1819 N. Quaker as a hospital during the war. Tickets limited palette, exploring subtle p.m. on Saturdays at The Gallery @ Soldier Exhibit. Lane. Red Knight Productions Ongoing at the are $2. Visit www.alexandriava.gov/ composition, pursuing soft Convergence, 1801 N. Quaker Lane. presents “Medieval Story Land,” a Fort Ward museum, 4301 W. lyceum for more. representation or discussing thoughts This exhibit is named for the “don’t “Ancient Art of Movement.” parody of the medieval fantasy genre. Braddock Road. ongoing exhibit 1 p.m. that are not expressed strongly or hold back, just let go” approach Tickets are $18 and $20. Visit which features original medical at Hollin Hall Senior Center, 1500 openly. Free. Visit artists Pamela Underhill and Rusty www.portcityplayhouse.com for instruments and equipment from the Shenandoah Road. Carmen Shippy, www.theartleague.org for more. Lynn employ in their artmaking. more. Civil War period and information on retired professional dancer, teaches a “Birds of a Feather.” “True Colors: Like a Rainbow.” Through Feb. Free. Visit www.convergence.org for Union Army hospital sites in series designed for ages 50 and 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Potomac Fiber more. Through Jan. 31, Gallery hours at Alexandria. Free. Visit above. Movements are designed to Arts Gallery–Torpedo Factory Arts “Who The Wounded Are.” Through The Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 www.alexandriava.gov/fortward for strengthen core muscles and increase Center, 105 N. Union St. The artist July 11 at Carlyle House Historic Mount Vernon Ave. Del Ray Artisans’ more. flexibility. Adjustments will be made focus on things that go together: ham Park, 121 N. Fairfax St. “Who These Alexandria’s Nurses & Hospitals artists use colors of the rainbow for for those with physical limitations. and eggs, bride and groom, etc. Free. During the Civil War. inspiration. Free. Visit Wounded Are: The Extraordinary Ongoing at First lesson in the series is free for Visit www.TheDelRayArtisans.org/True. Stories of the Mansion House The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. non-center members. To continue VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital www.potomacfiberartsgallery.com Hospital” is about people who lived An exhibit on the life of Clarissa lessons, a yearly membership to all for more. Art Show. Through Jan. 31 at VCA and worked at this site in Alexandria Jones, a nurse at The Lyceum Senior Center programs is $48. Call “Fred Zafran and Danny Conant.” Alexandria Animal Hospital, 2660 and their real life stories that hospital during the Civil War. The 703-765-4573 to sign up. Through Feb. 14, gallery hours at the Flamenco Show. Duke St. The artwork is on display in inspired the PBS show, “Mercy true story of a nurse in Alexandria Wednesdays and Multiple Exposures Gallery, 105 N. waiting areas and examination rooms Street.” Tickets are $2-12. Visit during the war, drawing parallels Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m. at La Union St. Danny Conant presents as a part of Del Ray Artisans’ Gallery www.carlylehouse.org for more. with characters portrayed in the PBS Tasca, 607 King St. Watch dancers compositions inspired by a recent trip The Lyceum: 175 Years of Local Without Walls program. Free. Visit drama “Mercy Street,” with and guitarists perform traditional to Paris. Fred Zafran’s new work is an History. www.TheDelRayArtisans.org for Ongoing, Monday-Saturday references to the experiences of other flamenco. Free to attend. Call 703- allegory of being, time and memory. more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. nurses, such as Anne Reading, who 299-9810 or visit “Celebrating What We’re Made Free. Visit www.torpedofactory.org at The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington worked in the Mansion House www.latascausa.com. for more. Of.” Through Jan. 31 at The St. On view in the museum’s hospital, and Jane Woolsey, who See Calendar, Page 13 12 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Winter Fun & Entertainment

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returned home to help build the nation with their innovations. Free. Visit www.inventnow.org. Dinner for the Washingtons. 12 p.m. at George Washington’s Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway. A walking tour that goes behind the scenes to find out how food was prepared and served before the era of microwaves and TV dinners. $5 in addition to estate admission. Visit www.mountvernon.org for more. Second Thursday Music. Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. 7 pm. Second Thursday of every month. Visit nvfaa.org to view concert calendar and listen to upcoming Second Thursday Music artists. The Monday Morning Birdwalk takes place weekly, rain or shine (except during electrical storms, strong winds, or icy trails), at 7 a.m. (8 a.m. November through March), is free, requires no reservation and is open to all. Birders meet in the parking lot at the park’s entrance at 3701 Lockheed Blvd. Direct questions to Park staff during normal business hours at 703-768-2525. Art for Life. Third Thursday of every month. 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Torpedo Factory, 105 N. Union St. Hyatt Regency Crystal City has partnered will the National Kidney Foundation for a program highlighting a different artist each month for a year. Civil War Sundays. 1-5 p.m. at Alexandria Archaeology Museum, 105 North Union St., #327. Learn more about the Civil War as it Photo by Ernest Ev occurred in Alexandria. Find dioramas, newspaper articles and more. Free. Visit www.alexandriaarchaeology.org.

CAMPS, CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Photography Workshop. 10:30 a.m.- 12 p.m. at Multiple Exposures Gallery ans on 105 N. Union St. Photographers of all skill levels are invited to share Brazilian singer Cissa Paz will lead a concert of Carnaval work, ideas, and questions at this SPECIAL CONNECTIONS CALENDAR free workshop held on the last dance music at the Carlyle Club, 2050 Ballenger Ave. on Advertising Deadlines are the previous Thursday unless noted. Sunday of each month, except Feb. 6 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25. Visit December. No reservations. Call 703- www.carlyleclub.com for more. 683-2205. FEBRUARY Community Dance. 7:30-9:30 p.m. 2/10/2016...... HomeLifeStyle every third Friday at Hollin Hall Senior Center, 1500 Shenandoah families — one modern, the other Hubbard and William Knowles. It 2/10/2016...... Valentine’s Dining & Gifts II Road. Live music. Tickets are $4. Call living in the Civil War era. Tickets features stories and songs from 2/17/2016...... 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Tickets are $12 per class “Paris Vivra: France After the Vernon Ave. Visit or $30 for the entire series. Visit Attacks.” 7-9 p.m. at the Lyceum, 3/23/2016....Spring Fun, Food, Arts & Entertainment www.TheDelRayArtisans.org for a www.shop.alexandriava.gov for 201 S. Washington Ave. Guy Sorman, FCPS Spring Break 3/21-3/25 schedule. more. publisher of “France-Amerique” will Community Yoga. Wednesdays 9:30- present a lecture. $5 suggested donation. Visit APRIL 10:30 a.m. and Sundays 7:30-8:45 JAN. 28-FEB. 11 p.m. at 532YOGA, 532 N. www.guysorman.eventbrite.com. 4/6/2016...... Wellbeing – Senior Living Pullout Washington St. Suite 100. No George Washington Birthday Civil War Wine Dinner. 7-10 p.m. at Easter Sunday is March 27 experience required to participate in Cherry Challenge. Various times Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 134 N. weekly community class. Suggested and various locations around Royal St. Start your evening in the 4/13/2016...... Real Estate Pullout – New Homes $10 donation. Visit Alexandria. Celebrating George museum for the first course and www.532yoga.com. Washington’s Birthday, local conversation with Gray Ghost 4/20/2016...... A+ Camps & Schools restaurants offer dishes and Vineyards. Then head down to the 4/27/2016...... A+ Camps & Schools Pullout beverages featuring cherries in the restaurant’s main dining room to SATURDAY-SUNDAY/JAN. 23-24, 30 spirit of the old cherry tree tale. Visit experience more wine and great food 4/27/2016...... Mother’s Day Celebrations, Jane Franklin Dance: “Niche.” any of the more than 50 participating inspired by the 19th century. Tickets Dining & Gifts I 7:30 p.m. at Theatre on the Run, restaurants during the contest and are $100. Visit 3700 S. Four Mile Run Drive, vote for your favorite cherry based www.shop.alexandriava.gov for E-mail [email protected] for more information. Arlington. Alexandria dance company items. The customer sampling the more. Jane Franklin Dance performs greatest number of competing items The Fabulous Hubcaps. 8 p.m. at the “Niche,” which follows an will receive the Frequent Cherry Carlyle Club, 2050 Ballenger Ave. Award- unremarkable couple with a new Diner Award. Visit Oldies and classic rock show band. Winning house, big careers, and odd www.washingtonbirthday.net/ Tickets are $25. Visit Newspapers & Online neighbors. Tickets are $15 in advance cherry-challenge. www.thecarlyleclub.com for more. 703-778-9431 and $20 at the door. Visit www.ConnectionNewspapers.com/Advertising www.janefranklin.com. 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www.ustreetmusical.wordpress.com. Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. Celebrate to take home. The program begins the launch of this exhibit considering each 45 minutes. Tickets are $6. Visit the roles of women in society. Free. www.shop.alexandriava.gov for JAN. 29-FEB. 7 Visit www.nvfaa.org or call 703-548- more. Alexandria Winter Restaurant 0035. John Carlyle Birthday Celebration. Week. Neighborhoods throughout “Trending: Contemporary Art 12-4 p.m. at The Carlyle House, 121 Alexandria — including Old Town, Now!” Opening Reception. at N. Fairfax St. Celebrate the birthday Del Ray and the West End. More than the Target Gallery, 105 N. Union St. of Alexandria town founder John 60 Alexandria restaurants offer a $35 Celebrate this all-media exhibition Carlyle with 18th-century dancing, three-course dinner or a $35 dinner featuring works by self-identifying live music, Scottish history and more. for two. More than two dozen women artists. Free. Visit Free. Visit www.novaparks.com for restaurants are also offering lunch www.torpedofactory.org/target for more. deals at $10, $15 or $20 per person more. “The Green Family of in addition to the dinner specials. Mardi Gras in Alexandria. 6-8:30 Cabinetmakers.” 1:30-3 p.m. at Visit p.m. at Durant Arts Center, 1605 Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen www.alexandrirestaurantweek.com Cameron St. Make a Mardi Gras mask St. Learn how the Greens made their for more. with Metamorphosis Art and money and became a prominent Enrichment Center or bring your own Alexandria family. Visit and participate in the evening’s www.alexandria.lib.va.us or call 703- SATURDAY/JAN. 30 Mardi Gras parade. In advance, 746-1703. “Explore the Real Mansion tickets are $5 for residents, $10 for Cissa Paz. 8-10 p.m. at the Carlyle House.” 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the nonresidents. At the door, tickets are Club, 2050 Ballenger Ave. Brazilian Carlyle House, 121 N. Fairfax St. Go $10 for residents, $15 for singer Cissa Paz will lead a concert of behind the scenes and learn about nonresidents. Visit Brazilian Carnaval dance music. the true story of the nurses, doctors, www.alexandriava.gov/webtrac and Tickets are $25. Visit soldiers and Alexandrians who star in register using class code 355203.01. www.thecarlyleclub.com for more. PBS’s series “Mercy Street.” The “Joshua.” 7:30 p.m. at Blessed program will begin in one of the Sacrament Church, 1427 W. original lobbies of the hospital, Braddock Road. Blessed Sacrament SUNDAY/FEB. 7 normally closed to the public. Tickets music director John H. McCrary will Winter Warmer Tea. 3-4:30 p.m. at are $10 for Alexandria Historical conduct the Blessed Sacrament Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 138 N. Society members and friends of the festival choir, along with an orchestra Royal St. Drink a special blend of tea Carlyle House, $20 for non-members. “Filigree Lamp” by Cameron Turner of professional DC-area musicians in or a cup of American Heritage Visit Handel’s oratorio, “Joshua.” Featured Chocolate, eat period-inspired www.alexandriahistoricalsociety.org soloists are Michelle Kunz and delicacies, with “Mrs. Martha for more. Joshua Hong, Washington National Washington.” During the tea, “Mrs. Artist Workshop: “No Holds ‘March Melee’ Coming to Opera, and Sally Mouzon and Phillip Washington” will be sharing stories Barred.” 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at The Pickens, San Francisco Opera. Free. from her life and visiting with each Gallery @ Convergence, 1801 N. Del Ray Artisans Gallery Call 703-998-6100 ext. 103. guest. Also take a tour at 2:15. Tea is Quaker Lane. Learn to make box The March Melee exhibit at the Del Ray Artisans gallery is inspired by $35 per person, all inclusive, sculptures. Supplies will be provided. the Roald Dahl quote “A little nonsense now and then is relished by the reservations are required. To make Free. Visit www.ourconvergence.org FEB. 5-28 reservations call 703-746-4242 or wisest [wo]men.” Beyond the art exhibit running March 4-27, also find a for more. “All aBoard.” 7-9 p.m. at The Del Ray visit shop.alexandriava.gov. Kitchen & Bath Remodeling “Build a Beast” textile workshop, a generative digital art lecture, a hat Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Seminar. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at making workshop, and a reception with the artists. Admission to the gal- Ave. Eight board members, Ron Ferguson Lighting Gallery, 5650 lery is free. Visit www.delrayartisans.org for a full schedule. Blank, Michele Reday Cook, Kim S. MONDAY/FEB. 8 General Washington Drive. Gain Joy, Stephen Lally, Marlin Lord, Partners in Art. 2-4 p.m. at Del Ray insight into the latest trends and the Elizabeth Guerry Mead, Kathy Turner Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon different levels of kitchen and bath and Joan Woodill, display their work. Ave. Creatives gather to discuss art remodeling. Also learn more about Free. Visit www.delrayartisans.org/ and exchange ideas. Free. Visit time frames and project budgeting. note their favorite pieces, so they’ll show. www.thedelrayartisans.org for more. be prepared to select from the Free. Visit www.casedesign.com for TUESDAY/FEB. 2 Lecture: Women of Alexandria. 7 more. available artwork when their names p.m. at The Athenaeum, 201 Prince “Northern Virginia Women in the Art Extravaganza. 7-9 p.m. at West are drawn. Admission to the gallery SATURDAY/FEB. 6 St. “Women of Alexandria, from Civil War.” 2-3 p.m. at Burke Potomac High School, 6500 Quander is free, tickets for the drawing are Winter Warehouse Sale. 9 a.m.-4 Antebellum to the 20th Century” will Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road. Road. This event will feature a $200 for one work of art and one p.m. at The Westin Alexandria-400 depict the effect of the Civil War on Prof. Alice Reagan discusses the “Tuesday Night Live” performance, a seat, $250 for a couple’s ticket which Courthouse Square. Each year, the the lives of Alexandria’s women changes in lifestyle for women during parody of “Saturday Night Live.” includes two seats and one work of Old Town Boutique District hosts a before, during, and after the war. and after the civil war. Visit featuring students from TV art. Visit www.theartleague.org/ warehouse sale featuring designer Free. Visit www.nvfaa.org or call www.alexandria.lib.va.us or call 703- Production, dance, and theater content/patrons_show. clothing, shoes, jewelry, home 703-548-0035. 746-1704. classes performing musical numbers, furnishings, and more at up to 80 sketch comedy, dance, and a digital THURSDAY/FEB. 4 percent off retail. Admission to the short. Attendees can participate in sale is free. Visit TUESDAY/FEB. 9 SUNDAY/JAN. 31 the West Potomac Super Art Fight Salon: An Artful Conversation. 6-8 www.oldtownboutiquedistrict.comfor Interfaith Dinner. 6:30 p.m. at Beth Alexandria’s Destination Bridal and paint with light, paint like p.m. at The Torpedo Factory, 105 N. more. El Synagogue, 3830 Seminary Road. Showcase. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Jackson Pollock, play with pixels and Union St. Judith HeartSong’s Salon: Preparing for a Ball. 10:30 a.m.-4 Maureen Fiedler, founder and host of Carlyle Club, 2050 Ballenger Ave. clay; and learn how to play guitar An Artful Conversation is a monthly p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, public radio’s preeminent religious Experience live music, talk with during a mini lesson by a guitar meeting of artists, writers, and arts 134 N. Royal St. Explore the tavern news magazine program, “Interfaith professionals in the areas of floral student. Free. Contact principal Alex professionals. Free. Visit where famous balls like George Voices,” will be the keynote speaker design, cake design travel, event Case at 703-718-2500 or www.torpedofactory.org for more. Washington’s Birthnight Ball were at the Beth El Hebrew Congregation/ planning, and more. Tickets are $10. [email protected] or event liaison “Heroines of Mercy Street.” 7 p.m. held and practice the tasks involved Fairlington United Methodist Church Visit www.carlyleclub.com for more. Amy Stoll at [email protected]. at The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington in preparing for a ball. Includes an Interfaith Dinner. Tickets are $15. Wonders of Science. 1-4 p.m. at the St. “Heroines of Mercy Street,” a new 18th century dance lesson and a craft Email Ron Sturman at book by historian Pamela Toler, tells Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary WEDNESDAY/FEB. 3 Museum, 105-107 S. Fairfax St. Visit the true stories of some of the nurses the Apothecary and discover curious Lecture: Medical Care During the at the Mansion House Hospital, objects, from poison bottles to Civil War. 7:30 p.m. at The Alexandria’s largest during the Civil th dragon’s blood, find out how they Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. Learn War. Ask questions and learn more. Join in 8 Annual were used and if they worked. During about medical practices of the Civil Visit www.visitalexandriava.com/ the hour-long tours, Project War era and military hospitals in mercystreet. Enlightenment, McLean High urban settings like wartime Birthnight Ball Dance Class. 7:30- Cherry Challenge Alexandria by attending a lecture 9:30 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern School’s historical-reenactment The 8th Annual Cherry Challenge will be held Jan. 28 through society, will conduct 18th century entitled “We are not Butchers: Museum, 134 N. Royal St. In scientific demonstrations. Tickets are Military Surgeons of the Civil War.” preparation for the Birthnight Ball on Feb. 11. In the spirit of the old cherry tree tale, local restaurants $6. Visit www.shop.alexandriava.gov In honor of the PBS drama series, Feb. 13, learn 18th-century English are participating in a culinary contest. Patrons of the participat- for more. “Mercy Street.” Tickets are $5. Visit country dancing from expert dance www.historicalexandria.gov. instructors. Tickets are $12 per class ing restaurants can vote for their favorite cherry drinks, starters, or $30 for the entire series. Visit entrees and desserts. JAN. 31-MAY 15 www.shop.alexandriava.gov for FEB. 3-14 more. During the contest period, each patron who orders an item Art Exhibit: “Partnerships.” may submit a ballot on which they rate the item on taste, cre- Business hours at VCA Alexandria Art League Patrons Show. Gallery Animal Hospital, 2660 Duke St. All hours at The Art League, 105 N. FEB. 4-MARCH 13 ativity, and presentation. At the end, the ballots will be collected artwork is available for purchase Union St. This annual event features and tallied. 600+ works of original fine art “Wings from Chains.” Gallery hours through Del Ray Artisans. Artists are A “Frequent Cherry Diner Award” will go to the diner who donating 20 percent of the purchase donated by Art League artists, Art at The Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. price of sold pieces in an equal split League Faculty, and Torpedo Factory Artists consider the roles and buys and rates the greatest number of Cherry Challenge entries. between Del Ray Artisans and the artists. The number of tickets sold responsibilities in society. Free. Visit For a complete list of participating restaurants visit matches the number of works www.nvfaa.org or call 703-548-0035. VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital’s www.washingtonbirthday.net/cherry-challenge charity of choice, Veterans Moving donated. Prior to the drawing on Feb. Forward. Free. Call 703-751-2022 for 14, the show is on view online and in FRIDAY/FEB. 5 Sponsors of the contest include Halt Buzas & Powell, Ltd. and more. the Gallery, giving ticket-holders an Dale Digital Printing. opportunity to study the artwork and “Wings from Chains” Opening Reception. 6-8 p.m. at The

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Anthony Manough, Lori Williams, Rayshun Lamarr, and Roz White star in “Shake Loose” through March 6. MetroStage Presents ‘Shake Loose’ “Shake Loose” is a musical production featuring the music and lyrics of Thomas W. Jones, William Hubbard and Wil- liam Knowles. “A musical odyssey” of African American people in the 20th century, “Shake Loose” celebrates the gospel tradition, and the African American icons, who invented the jazz, blues, and R&B. “Shake Loose” will run at MetroStage, 1201 N. Royal St., Jan. 28-March 6. Tickets are $55-60. Visit www.metrostage.org for more. Make your reservations early for [email protected] to RSVP. Museum, 134 N. Royal St. In drama “Mercy Street” in this walking Workshop: Vegetable Gardening. preparation for the Birthnight Ball on tour of Old Town.Tickets are $15. VALENTINE’S DAY 7-8:30 p.m. at the Walter Reed Feb,13, learn 18th-century English Visit www.leefendallhouse.org for Recreation Center, 2909 16th St. country dancing from expert dance more. Sunday, February 14th South, Arlington. The Master instructors. Tickets are $12 per class Birthnight Banquet and Ball. 5:30- Gardeners of Northern Virginia, or $30 for the entire series. Visit 11 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, (Arlington and Alexandria) present a www.shop.alexandriava.gov for 134 N. Royal St. Attend a recreation workshop for the beginning vegetable more. of a celebration of Washington’s gardener. Program will address best Birthday. The evening includes an practices for site selection, soil 18th-century banquet, English requirements and soil improvement, FRIDAY/FEB. 12 country dancing, dessert collation, as well as guidance on crop selection Mount Vernon Chocolate Dinner. character re-enactors, and General and planting schedules. Free. Call 6:30-10 p.m. at George Washington’s and Mrs. George Washington. Tickets 703-228-6414. Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon are $125, $150 for dinner in the Memorial Highway. Find a four- same room as the “Washingtons” and course meal in celebration of $250 for a spot at the same table. FEB. 10-MARCH 13 Valentine’s Day featuring peppercorn Visit www.shop.alexandriava.gov for Restaurant “A Salute to Primary Colors.” 10 crusted steak and triple chocolate more. a.m.-5 p.m., 9 p.m. on second cheesecake. Tickets are $125 each. Thursday of each month. Potomac Visit www.mountvernon.org for Winter Specials Fiber Arts Gallery presents primary more. SATURDAY-SUNDAY/FEB. 13-14 colors in all forms including as gifts, Presidents Day Weekend jewelry, sculpture, clothing, and wall Celebration. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at • Split Pea Soup pieces. Free. Visit SATURDAY/FEB. 13 George Washington’s Mount Vernon, www.Potomacfiberartsgallery.com. Beyond the Battlefield Walking 3200 Mount Vernon Highway. Join • Venison Medallions Tour. 10 a.m. starting at the “General Washington” for a sample of Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. “hoecakes swimming in butter and • Beef Wellington THURSDAY/FEB. 11 Discover the real-life stories and honey,” mingle with costumed Birthnight Ball Dance Class. 7:30- locations of soldiers, citizens, and characters from George Washington’s • Rack of Lamb 9:30 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern former slaves that inspired the PBS world, take part in Mount Vernon’s • Bouillabaisse Neighborhoods • Dover Sole • Coq au Vin participated since she was 4 years old. Emma Taylor Run Swindell sang and helped collect donations for • Cassoulet Forty-eight years ago was the first time a group Children’s Hospital, this year totaling $1,105. The of children from three families on Shuter’s Hill group of carolers has changed over the years, but went caroling during the Christmas break. They they follow the same path, curling around in a needed something to do because so much Christ- circle up on top of the hill. Moina Ratliffe, as mas activity happened before Christmas when usual, supervised the potluck supper afterward 127 N. Washington St., Alexandria • 703-548-4661 youths were still in school. at 310 Park Road. On St. Stephen’s Day, Dec. 26, 2015, Rachel Smoke-Free Restaurant Gibson Hunt led the carolers, in which she has — Lois Kelso Hunt www.lerefugealexandria.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 ❖ 17 Winter Fun & Entertainment

largest-ever 18th-century dancing 134 N. Royal St., the Stabler- more about 18th century tavern Burlesque-A-Pades in Loveland. demonstration with costumed Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, beverages and American Heritage 7:30 p.m. at The Birchmere, 301 characters on the Bowling Green, and 105-107 S. Fairfax St., and the Chocolate. Find multiple courses of Mount Vernon Ave. Burlesque TUESDAY/FEB. 16 more. This event is included in Friendship Firehouse Museum, 107 S. beverage, chocolate, and food ensemble performs. Tickets are Homeschool Day: Washington’s admission: adults, $20; children ages Alfred St., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at The pairings. Tickets are $45. Visit $29.50. Visit www.birchmere.com. Ball. 1-2:30 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern 6-11, $10; and children under 5 are Lyceum, Alexandria’s History www.shop.alexandriava.gov. Museum, 134 N. Royal St. In honor admitted free. Visit Museum, 201 S. Washington St. Find Art League Patrons Show of George Washington’s actual www.mountvernon.org. a collection of herbs and botanicals Drawing. 4 p.m. at The Art League, MONDAY/FEB. 15 birthday on Feb. 22, learn how the “The Dramatic.” 8 p.m. on Saturday at the Apothecary museum, see leath 105 N. Union St. For 10 days prior to Presidents Day Celebration. 8 a.m.- citizens of Alexandria would at Rachel M. Schlesinger Center, water buckets and hand-drawn fire the drawing, the show is on view 4 p.m. at George Washington’s celebrate his birthday in the late 4915 E. Campus Drive, 3 p.m. on engines at the friendship firehouse, online and in the Gallery, giving Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon 1790s. Admission is $8 for children, Sunday at George Washington and more. Free. Visit ticket-holders an opportunity to Highway. Participate in a dance free for adults. Visit Masonic Memorial, 101 Callahan www.historicalexandria.org for more. study the artwork and note their demonstration, take a photo in front www.shop.alexandriava.gov for Drive. Alexandria Symphony Music in the Gallery: The Navy favorite pieces, so they’ll be prepared of the Lansdowne portrait, and more. more. Orchestra performs love duets from Concert Band. 2 p.m. at the to select from the available artwork Free. Visit www.mountvernon.org. Workshop: Vegetable Gardening. “La Bohème” and “Madame Butterfly” Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. The Navy when their names are drawn. New 7-8:30 p.m. at the Kate Waller by Giacomo Puccini, Respighi’s “Pines Band Chamber Music Series features this year: an app called “Art Thief” Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen of Rome,” Vivaldi’s “Double Cello musicians from the U.S. Navy Band. that helps build a list of art and keep FEB. 10-26 St. The Master Gardeners of Northern Concerto” and selections from “The This chamber music recital will track of it during the Patron Show “Space Bop.” Various times at the Virginia, (Arlington and Alexandria) Godfather.” Tickets are $5-80. Visit feature traditional and modern music drawing. Admission to the gallery is Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. “Space present a workshop for the beginning www.alexsym.org for more. for woodwinds and brass. Free. Visit free, tickets for the drawing are $200 Bop” features Christylez Bacon in a vegetable gardener. Program will www.nvfaa.org for more. for one work of art and one seat, show engaging children ages 0-2 in address best practices for site Adulteration of Chocolate Tasting. $250 for a couple’s ticket which an exploration of celestial life. selection, soil requirements and soil SUNDAY/FEB. 14 3-4:30 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern includes two seats and one work of Tickets are $6. Visit improvement, as well as guidance on Parade Day Open Houses. 11 a.m.-4 Museum, 134 N. Royal St. Learn art. Visit www.theartleague.org/ www.artsonthehorizon.org/space- crop selection and planting p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, content/patrons_show. bop for more. schedules. Free. Call 703-228-6414. Bulletin Board Email announcements to gazette@ alexandriava.gov/Elections and click at Charles Houston Recreation artists and artist teams to submit and to submit poetry for the connectionnewspapers.com. Include on “Absentee Voting,” or call 703- Center, 901 Wythe St., in the Multi- their qualifications for this year’s “DASHing Words in Motion” poetry date, time, location, description and 746-4050. Purpose Room. The Braddock Traffic Control Box Vinyl Wrap Public contest. Visit www.alexandriava.gov/ contact for event: phone, email and/or Absentee Voting By Mail. The Implementation Advisory Group’s Art Project. Up to three artists or Arts for an online application. For website. Deadline is Thursday at noon, deadline to apply for an absentee next public meeting will include a artist teams will be selected to design additional about the literary at least two weeks before event. ballot by mail is Tuesday, Feb. 23. presentation and discussion on the wraps for 12 traffic control boxes programs, email the Poet Laureate at Applications must be received in the refined concept plan for the 1-acre located at intersections in the West [email protected] or call the ABSENTEE VOTING Voter Registration Office by 5 p.m.on Braddock Community Park, as well as End of the City of Alexandria. The Office of the Arts at 703-746-5588. this day. Absentee ballot applications updates on the Fayette Street City will be responsible for the In-Person Absentee Voting. Through TUESDAY/FEB. 2 Saturday, Feb. 27, during business are available at alexandriava.gov/ Streetscape Project, Braddock Metro printing and installation of the box hours at Office of Voter Registrations Elections, or by contacting the Station Redevelopment, and wraps. Visit http://bit.ly/1W5mM5c. Parenting Presentation. 7 p.m. at St. Alexandria Voter Registration Office neighborhood development projects. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School Upper and Elections, 132 N. Royal Street, MONDAY/FEB. 1 Suite 100. Absentee voting for at 703-746-4050. Applications may Community members are encouraged School Campus, Chapel & Performing Virginia’s March 1 Democratic and also be submitted online through the to attend. Visit Deadline Extended. 5 p.m. Arts Center, 1000 St. Stephen’s Road. Republican Presidential Primary is Citizen Portal at http:// www.alexandriava.gov/braddock. Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) Dr. Carlotta G. Miles will speak on open. Many Alexandria voters are elections.virginia.gov. and the City of Alexandria’s Office of “Meeting the Challenges of Parenting SUNDAY/JAN. 31 the Arts have extended the deadline in the Age of the Internet.” Free and eligible to vote absentee, to learn THURSDAY/JAN. 28 what circumstances qualify, visit Submission Deadline. The City of to submit applications to be open to all. RSVP to attend at Advisory Group Meeting. 6:30 p.m. Alexandria Office of the Arts invites considered as the new Poet Laureate www.sssas.org.

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plans include the construction of a multimodal bridge over the railroad tracks. “It’s a critical part of the infrastructure to make sure Eisenhower lives up to its po- tential,” said Landrum. “In concept, I think the majority people are comfortable with it, but it’s where the bridge ends and what property it goes over that’s where there are concerns.” Photo by “There are many questions with the

Photo by Richard Mumford bridge, and financing is just one of them,” said Jinks. “The Council envisionsed a

Thomas C. Carter multimodal bridge, from the Western End of Cameron Station over to Eisenhower Avenue. But a number of additional stud- ies need to be done and we need to negoti- ate for the corridor.” Those negotiations include nearby resi- dential and commercial spaces, as well as The Alexandria National Cemetery Norfolk Southern, who controls the area Gunston Road in Parkfairfax on Sunday morning, Jan. 24. on the morning of Jan. 25. over the train tracks. Either way, it’s just the start of a long process.

Photos by Patricia Di Zebba “Once we get the corridor for the bridge cleared, then we need to look at prelimi- nary designs to find the cost,” said Jinks. “Then we look at financing and phasing. It doesn’t have to be there when Eisenhower West redevelopment starts, but it needs to be put into place at some point in that pro- cess.”

AT LANDMARK MALL, very little has changed on the surface over the last year. Here’s a 24-hour snowfall differ- Graphic designer Ellen Hamilton of Tina (left) and Molly Edwards The stores are still empty and the parking ence: Saturday, Jan. 23, 9 a.m. and Yellow Dot Designs created a snow Photos by lot is desolate. Sunday, Jan. 24, 9 am. shelter on Spring Street, complete Natasha Edwards But under the surface, Jinks and Landrum No more chairs! with interior lighting. say plans continue to slowly, tentatively move forward. Negotiations over the site’s development have always been difficult, with every decision needing to be approved by Sears, the Howard Hughes Corporation, and Macy’s. Landrum said Howard Hughes has been a very active part of the process since the beginning, but that getting the other two on board took more work. “On a project like this, Howard Hughes has a management agreement, but each party has protection and assurances,” said Landrum. “Any change has to be negotiated. That’s been a part of this process. We needed to get development approval from the city, but also approval from those two partners.” Photo by Jenny Curry “In June, Sears created a real estate in- At Capitol Hill, taken by Lisa Kilday, City of Alexan- Norah Curry, 9, and her sister Katie, 14, in Del Ray. vestment trust as a separate company … to dria native, attended Bishop Ireton. create value out of their property,” said Jinks. “Part of the discussion has shifted to Photos Contributed this new Sears company. It’s a good sign. What a Difference a Day Makes They’ve become a new player in this pro- cess.” The next stage of the process is getting the financials in order, but there’s one last partner paying for the mall: the public. “The last piece is financing the mall,” said Jinks. “We’ve said out there in the public that there may be a necessary tax increment [increase] to finance back into the project. That was in the Landmark Van Dorn Small Area Plan as a concept.” Bishop Lane S. Lee Street Ft. Worth Drive According to Jinks, the city is currently working through negotiations to determine These yard pictures were taken in different locations across the City of Alexandria at mid-afternoon on Friday, Jan. 22, just as the whether the project will need tax financing storm was beginning. Same picture again at mid-afternoon on Saturday when many areas had recorded 18 inches of snow or more. or public participation. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 ❖ 19 Sports Snowstorm Q&As James: Storm Won’t Affect TC TC Gymnast Wins All-Around A snowstorm caused Alexandria Public Schools to cancel classes and athletic events from Thursday, Junior is last remaining Jan. 21 through Wednesday, Jan. 27. Some areas of Northern Vir- competitor from ginia received more than 20 inches of snow during the weekend, ac- championship team. cording to the National Weather Service, creating a break from By Jon Roetman competition for local high school Gazette Packet athletes. T.C. Williams senior guard .C. Williams junior Cailyn Lager is the last Tavaris James shared his storm remaining gymnast from the Titans’ 2014 experience via email. Photo by Jeff McQuilkin TConference 7 championship team — the Senior guard Tavaris school’s first complete gymnastics team Q: How did the amount of James, seen earlier this in three decades. While TC likely won’t be taking snowfall in your neighbor- season. home a team title this year, Lager has continued ex- hood compare to what you and hung out with them since periencing individual success. thought would fall? there aren’t any gyms open. Lager won the all-around during a meet on Jan. A: I didn’t think too much of it 20 at West Potomac High School. She produced a really. When I heard about how Q: Did you play in the score of 36.275, besting runner-up Abbie Levine of much it would be I was shocked, snow? If so, what did you West Springfield by two-tenths of a point. but I wasn’t expecting it to really do? Lager placed first on vault (9.5) and beam (9.25), be a lot. A: I really didn’t play in the second on floor (9.1) and fourth on bars (8.425). snow, but I took my little brother “I think I did well,” Lager said. Q: What, if any, prepara- and niece outside to play in and Lager, a club gymnast for Arlington Aerials, added tions did you and your enjoy the snow. a Yurchenko Pike vault and full floor routine to her family make for the storm? high school repertoire. A: We didn’t have any prepara- Q: Were you able to exer- “She’s coming on right now,” TC coach Pete tions really, just to buy food be- cise/practice during the Novgrod said. “That’s the first time we threw the cause we will be snowed in. storm? If so, what did you Yurchenko for high school — we’ve been holding that do? back. She stuck that pretty nice. Her shoot on bars is Q: What did you do to pass A: Not really practice. I did a still a little rough; we’re still having trouble timing the time during the storm? little exercise like pushups and sit- that. … It’s the first time she’s thrown a full in high A: I shoveled some snow and ups so I wouldn’t get lazy and out school, ever … on floor.” also played 2K to pass the time. of shape. Lager said executing the Yurchenko Pike is more I’ve also been to a friend’s house — Jon Roetman of a mental challenge than physical. “No. 1 thing is you can’t hold back,” Novgrod said. “You’ve got to be aggressive. Gymnasts have a ten- Blair-May: dency to wait until they get their first move onto the table and say, ‘OK, this feels good enough, I can go.’ Photo by Richard Maple Peaceful If they do that, they’re going to land short every time. T.C. Williams junior Cailyn Lager won the They’ve got to make their mind up from back there all-around at a meet on Jan. 20 at West Late-Night Walk that they’re going.” Potomac. A snowstorm covered parts of West Springfield won the team competition with a Northern Virginia in more than 20 score of 133.675. T.C. Williams did not have a full The Conference 7 meet is scheduled for 6 p.m. on inches of snow during the week- team competing at the meet. Thursday, Feb. 4 at West Potomac High School. end, according to the National Weather Service, creating a break from competition for local high school athletes. Craig Sterbutzel/The Connection Two Feet of Snow? No Problem Episcopal senior Eli Blair-May, a Episcopal senior Eli Blair- running back for the school’s foot- May rushed for 1,108 yards ball team and captain of the in- and nine touchdowns in 180 ergs delivered to door track team, shared his storm eight games during the fall. Alexandria for 31st Annual experience via email. hit. Q: How did the amount of Q: What did you do to pass MidAtlantic Erg Sprints snowfall in your neighbor- the time during the storm? ecord setting weather isn’t going to stop row hood compare to what you A: I actually brought a few of my Rers from their own record setting this week. thought would fall? friends home with me from Epis- The blizzard that set a new single-day snow- A: About a week before the copal so we spent a good amount fall record didn’t stop the shipment of 180 Concept2 storm I heard about how bad it of time battling it out in 2K and ergs from being delivered to Alexandria in anticipa- was projected to be, but I didn’t watching Netflix. tion of the 2016 MidAtlantic Erg Sprints. At 7 a.m. Photo contributed think it would be this much at first. on Saturday, T.C. Williams High School will be open- At 7 a.m. on Saturday, T.C. Williams will be The days leading up storm I felt Q: Did you play in the ing its doors to host more than 2,000 rowers, volun- opening its doors to host more than 2,000 differently as the city and area snow? If so, what did you teers and vendorsfor the indoor rowing event. rowers, volunteers and vendors for the started calling for a state of emer- do? “Rowers are a dedicated bunch,” said MidAtlantic world’s second-largest indoor rowing gency and to really prepare for it. A: I didn’t really play in the Erg Sprints Coordinator Lisa Zickar.“They take to the event. snow, but I did walk to a 7-Eleven water for regattas in some fairly uninspiring condi- Q: What, if any, prepara- around midnight, which I enjoyed tions — an expansive indoor arena, full of competi- day registration is still an option for rowers looking tions did you and your because it’s never really that tive rowers, in the middle of winter is too exciting to to put their winter conditioning to the test. The race family make for the storm? peaceful out. I enjoyed the calm- let a little snow put a question mark in the day.” schedule and event details are on the MidAtlantic A: My family stocked up on a lot ness of it. Even though online registration has closed, same Erg website http://ergsprints.com/. of food and water before the storm — Jon Roetman 20 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com 703-778-9411 Zone 3: • Alexandria ClassifiedClassified Zone 3 Ad Deadline: • Mount Vernon Tuesday Noon

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Marie Madeline Hart LEGAL NOTICE HOW TO SUBMIT ADS TO Marie Madeline Hart, 92, of Clemmons, NC Please be advised that the departed this life surrounded by her family on Low Income Housing Waitlist for Saturday, January 9. 2016 at Forsyth Medical On December 22, 2015, Carolyn N. McDonald, longtime resi- Center after a brief illness. She was born on Creekside Village Apts. dent of Alexandria, VA, passed away after a brief illness. Sur- December 8, 1923, in Swoyersville, PA to the in Alex. will OPEN for viving Carolyn, are her brother Kent Miller; daughters Margaret late John and Mary Lagoski. Marie grew up on McDonald and Lara M. White (Brandon); granddaughter Nancy Newspapers & Online new applications on Feb. 1, 2016. McDowell (Scott); three great-grandchildren (Zeke, Zack, and Wilkes-Barre, PA, graduating from the first Zoey); and her extended family in multiple states. Roy "Bud" graduating class of Swoyersville High School To apply, come to McDonald, Carolyn's beloved husband of 61 years, passed CLASSIFIED in 1941. After working at the local pants away in 2007. The memorial service for Carolyn scheduled for Creedside Village 7979 Janna January 23, 2016 was postponed due to the severe winter DEADLINES factory and the Blue Ribbon Bakery, she storms forecasted. A service will be held at Heritage Presby- Zones 1, 5, 6...... Mon @ noon applied for a government job and moved to Lee Ave., Alex. VA 22306 terian Church in Alexandria, VA later in the Spring. Family and Washington, DC to pursue her dreams. This is friends are also invited to attend a service for Carolyn at the Zones 2, 3, 4...... Tues @ noon where she met the love of her life, Neal Hart. Nisbet Cemetery, in Mallory, MN in the Summer. E-mail ad with zone choices to: She worked as a typist for the US government and a legal secretary before becoming a [email protected] homemaker and mother to her four children. 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements or call Andrea @ 703-778-9411 A long time resident of Vienna, VA and a founding member of St. Mark Catholic Church, For a free digital sub- “Mama Hart” as she was affectionately known, EMPLOYMENT loved flowers, working in her garden and bird scription to one or all DEADLINES watching. She was a member of the Vienna Zones 1, 5, 6...... Mon @ noon Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, an of the 15 Connection Zones 2, 3, 4...... Tues @ noon avid bingo and card player and the Washington Redskins #1 fan. Above all, Marie Newspapers, go to E-mail ad with zone choices to: enjoyed spending time with her family, friends www.connectionnews [email protected] and grandkids. In addition to her parents, she was papers.com/subscribe or call Andrea @ 703-778-9411 preceded in death by two siblings, Joseph and John Lagoski, her husband Neal Hart, her ZONES son Darryl Hart, a nephew David Berger, a Complete digital rep- Zone 1: The Reston Connection nephew John Lagoski, Jr. and daughter in law, Kelly Hart. Survivors include her children, lica of the print edition, The Oak Hill/Herndon Connection Kevin Hart of Advance, NC; Debbie Van Niman Zone 2: The Springfield Connection (John) of Mocksville, NC; Theresa Reed including photos and The Burke Connection (Bruce) of Gainesville, VA; her grandchildren, 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements The Fairfax Connection Brian Hart, Jennifer Hart, Katie Van Niman, ads, delivered weekly The Fairfax Station/Clifton/ Emily Hart, Joey Van Niman, Bria Reed and Tyler Reed; her sister, Florence Berger (Glenn) to your e-mail box. Lorton Connection of Blandon, PA; and several nieces. Zone 3: The Alexandria Gazette Packet A private memorial has been scheduled for The Mount Vernon Gazette a later date in Virginia. The family requests Questions? E-mail: Zone 4: Centre View North that memorials be considered in Marie’s honor be made to the Vienna Volunteer Fire goinggreen@connection Centre View South Department Auxiliary, PO Box 1676, Vienna, Zone 5: The Potomac Almanac VA 22183 or the Leukemia and Lymphoma newspapers.com Zone 6: The Arlington Connection Society (donate.lls.org). The family would like The Vienna/Oakton Connection to extend a special thank you to the staff of the Elms at Tanglewood and the Palliative The McLean Connection Care Unit at Forsyth Medical Center for their The Great Falls Connection care and comfort. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ January 28 - February 3, 2016 ❖ 21 Blizzard ’16 703-778-9411 Zone 3: • Alexandria Home & Garden Zone 3 Ad Deadline: Employment • Mount Vernon connectionnewspapers.com CONTRACTORS.com Tuesday Noon

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