PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID Alexandria, VA Alexandria Permit #482 Gazette Packet Attention Postmaster: Time-sensitive material. Address Service Requested To: 1604 King St., Alexandria, VA 22314 25 Cents Vol. CCXXIV, No. 49 Serving Alexandria for over 200 years • A Connection Newspaper December 4, 2008 Reform Isn’t A Call In the Bag City’s plan to ban To Serve plastic bags will Mayor uses Unity face obstacles Breakfast to in Richmond. advocate for By Michael Lee Pope service to Gazette Packet community.

Photos by t’s an age old question: By Michael Lee Pope IPaper or plastic? But Gazette Packet Councilman Tim Lovain says it’s also an existential Louise Krafft hen Mike Mackey first predicament, threatening Wbegan mentoring, he the future of the planet. The told a capacity crowd first-term councilman has huddled into the Mark Center proposed that Alexandria Hilton for the fifth annual Unity

/Gazette ban plastic bags, following Breakfast last week, he was not the lead of countries such as sure who was more nervous — the Ireland, 7-year-old named Tommy or him- “We need Bangladesh, Brianna Parrott adds a jeweled snow flake to the window display at Artcraft in Old self. Yet despite their reservations, South Africa, Town. both soldiered through their Thailand and weekly afternoon reading sessions to get Taiwan. He first at Jefferson-Houston Elementary people proposed the School. After a while, the sessions idea in an Alex- ‘Black Friday’ Not Black Enough seemed less intimidating and in- into a andria Gazette creasingly familiar. Packet op ed Sunday’s bleak weather “His smile went from Capitol different published in Hill to City Hall,” said Mackey, the May, and now rained on merchants’ city’s gang-prevention coordinator. mindset he has added holiday parade. “I was hooked.” about an item to the See A Call, Page 31 city’s legislative By Chuck Hagee packet during Gazette the use the upcoming General Assem- of plastic or most of the smaller retail merchants Death bly session. in Alexandria, Belle View Shopping Cen- “They are a bags.” ter and Hollin Hall Shopping Center plague,” Lovain F Deemed — Del. Adam “Black Friday” was not nearly as bleak declared during as many had expected. However, it was nothing Ebbin (D-49) a City Council to cheer about either based on their Monday as- discussion last Suspicious sessments. week about the upcoming hortly after 2 p.m. on Tues- But the annually hyped sales day, the Friday General Assembly session. day afternoon, Dec. 2, the after Thanksgiving, which many retailers depend S “The time has come to do Alexandria Police Depart- on for a significant amount of their annual gross something.” ment received a call from an indi- income does not have the same impact on smaller At Lovain’s request, coun- vidual who was concerned about retailers as it does on the large retail chain stores. cil members added a plank a woman who lived in the EOS 21 This was particularly true this year with the larger to their legislative agenda Apartment complex on South Van stores pushing myriad of sale items — well be- that asks member of the lo- Dorn Street. When officers arrived fore Black Friday. cal delegation to introduce to check on the welfare of the “We never consider Black Friday to be a big shop- legislation that would allow woman, they discovered the body ping day. At most, it can usually be compared to a Alexandria to pass an ordi- of a woman who was already good Saturday,” said Adam Winer, owner and nance prohibiting retail mer- dead. Police spokewoman Ashley manager, Artcraft in Old Town Alexandria. Inside of Why Not? in Old Town. chants from using plastic Hildebrandt declined to say if foul “We were very busy on both Friday and Satur- carryout bags. Under play was suspected, although the day. But, Sunday was a bust due to the weather. Friday’s sales to be much less than normal. “But, Virginia’s “Dillon Rule,” the Police Department categorized the In general people appear to be buying less expen- at this point, I attribute that to most people being General Assembly would be incident as a “suspicious death.” sive items this year,” he said. at the malls hunting for bargains. We’ll see as the required to grant the city “Someone was concerned about Todd Healy at Gallery Lafayette found this Black See Not So Black, Page 31 her and called us,” said See Bag Ban, Page 29 See Death, Page 29 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 ❖ 1 2 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Council Notebook News

Layoffs Expected In these times of grim economic news, the City Council unani- mously voted for a potential bit of good news for residential tax- payers last week. But it might come at the expense of city em- ployees. Council members approved a “guidance” resolution that directed City Manager Jim Hartmann to prepare a budget that would have the average homeowner paying the same amount as last year. Because property assessments have declined over the last year, that would require the city government cut its budget by 4.3 percent and the school system to reduce its budget by 2 per- cent. City officials say accomplishing that goal might require lay- ing off some city employees. “We fully expect there will be considerable service reductions in the proposed budget, and the proposed budget will likely in- clude potential reductions in the city’s workforce,” said Mayor Bill Euille. “We must approach this effort with full clarity, ag- gressive communication, and, above all, compassion.” The guidance resolution identified several areas where council members would like to see the city manager minimize reductions, such as public safety, human services, transportation spending and education funding. Council members also directed Hartmann to avoid harming programs or services that would harm property values or diminish Alexandria’s ability to recover from the cur- rent economic downturn. To accomplish this, they suggested, Hartmann should try to identify ways for residents to accomplish Photos by Alexandria Fire Department tasks that government can no longer afford. Participants in the Alexandria fire Department Coss Fit Porgram are, front row: Craig “We have some extreme financial challenges as we face the most Youngdale, Pat Evans, Fire Chief Adam Thiel, Chet Helms, Josh Weisman, Mike Perry, significant revenue shortfall in decades,” said Hartmann in a writ- and Brian Meckes. Second row: Mike Lynn, Greg Cook, Warner Sherman, Thurston ten statement released after the vote. “We will do our best to McClain, and Darryl Stanton. minimize the impact of reductions on city employees and work creatively and collaboratively to mitigate the impact of reduc- tions on city employees and work creatively and collaboratively Finding ‘Cross Fit’ a Good Fit to mitigate the constraints in delivering city services.” Tapping the Tills Firefighters’ new exercise City Hall is about to get tough on deadbeat taxpayers, employ- program is based on daily ing a host of aggressive new collection methods to make sure that the city government will get every penny that’s coming to it. demands of profession. The enhanced measures come as the result of an inquiry by Coun- cilman Justin Wilson, who suggested that the city could in- By Chuck Hagee crease its revenues by going after delinquent taxes. Last week, Gazette Packet the City Council gave the green light for bank liens, garnishing wages, credit agency reporting and even seizure of property. One ire fighting is one of the most physically of the more extreme methods approved last week is known as a challenging professions anyone can under “till tap,” which city officials describe as a “last-resort mecha- Ftake. And, while physical fitness and train nism” used when all other collection methods have failed. ing have long been part of their daily rou- The till tap works like this: City officials would obtain a “sei- tines, this year, Alexandria’s first responders are in- zure warrant” from a magistrate, which would be delivered by troducing a new program to not only keep in shape the Sheriff’s Office to the delinquent business, where money would but also promote team work, an essential element be removed from the cash register. Officials note that such ex- to the success of their mission on every call — treme measures would be rarely used, and that the threat of em- firefighters and EMS. ploying them might be enough to prompt the deadbeats into ac- Known as “Cross Fit,” this program is being uti- tion. lized by the U.S. military as well as police and fire “Just the fact that they exist might have a deterrent effect,” said departments nationwide. It emphasizes team-ori- Councilman Tim Lovain. “All we might have to do is have a few ented functional fitness. till taps of a few restaurants and have the sheriff distrain some “This is an outstanding complement to our Assistant Fire Chief Denise Pouget and assets a couple of times and word will spread.” See New Exercise, Page 42 Terri Meckes. Squirrel Survives Attack Pinkett’s Ponzi Scheme Detailed City Council members have a thing for plush human-sized mas- cots. They always have a chuckle when Robby the Recycling reston Pinkett III, 68 of Alexandria, defrauded U.S. Attorney Dana J. Boente. Squirrel pays a visit. And who doesn’t love T.C. Williams High Pmore than 180 investors of more than $40 Pinkett personally pocketed more than $5.4 mil- School muscle-bound Tony Titan? Then there’s Tom Turkey, million, according to statement of facts filed lion in fraudulent proceeds, according to his state- who makes an annual pilgrimage to City Hall to promote the Tur- with his guilty plea in federal court in Alexandria on ment of facts in his guilty plea. key Trot fund-raising race to benefit those in need. Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008. U.S. District Court Judge James C. Cacheris is “Earlier this month, we had Robby the Recycling Squirrel here,” Pinkett, the president and CEO of International scheduled to sentence Pinkett in March for conspiracy Vice Mayor Del Pepper said as the turkey shrugged. “You ate Fiduciary Corporation in Arlington, encouraged vic- to commit mail fraud. him? Oh my goodness!” tims to invest in his business’s “Asset Growth Pro- He faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison, Through a spokesman, the squirrel indicated that reports of his gram.” Pinkett convinced investors they would ben- a fine of $250,000, and full restitution to the 180 demise have been greatly exaggerated. efit from the returns on “first tier medium term bank investors he defrauded. notes,” according to court records. The FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service investi- — Michael Lee Pope “In fact, IFC was a corporate front for an interna- gated the case, which is being prosecuted by Assis- tional Ponzi scheme that received over $40 million tant U.S. Attorney G. Derek Anderson. in fraudulently obtained investments,” said Acting — Ken Moore www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 ❖ 3 News The Ultimate Christmas Gift! WWII WARBIRD RIDES by Fighter Command This Christmas Give the Gift of Flight! Champion for Cats • Experience the Shenandoah Valley from Founder of the Cockpit of a WWII Warbird • Hands on Flying King Street Cats • Aerobatics • Sightseeing Flights and Unique shop Visit Our Website or Call today to dies of cancer. Order Your Gift Flight Certificate! www.giftflight.com Conveniently located at By Michael Lee Pope 1-540-635-2203 Winchester Regional Airport Gazette Packet Save This Ad or almost four decades, Ethel Beun was a fixture Fon King Street. Her shop, Ethel Beun holds grand- known simply as daughter Eden Rohrbach. “Unique,” has been in operation since 1969, and she helped found tary schools for a few years in the an animal-rescue organization District of Columbia before open- known as King Street Cats in 2003. ing Unique in 1969. Originally lo- After a two-year struggle with pan- cated at 211 King, the store even- creatic cancer, Beun died Monday, tually moved into rented space at Dec. 1. She was 72. 213 King — a building she pur- “She was quiet in her way of giv- chased for $140,000 in 1976, ac- ing,” said daughter Jennifer cording to city land records. Al- Rohrbach, adding that she helped though the store initially special- homeless people as well as home- ized in imported items from less animals. “There were things Mexico and Peru, it has evolved that she did that we wouldn’t even into a quirky gift shop that sells find out about until long after- everything from candles to greet- ward.” ing cards. A native of Singac, N.J., Beun Next month, the store will cel- studied elementary education at ebrate its 40th anniversary. the University of Arizona before “Ethel not only rescued animals, marrying a Foreign Service officer she rescued people,” said Cindy in the State Department and mov- Collegeman, a Unique employee ing to Peru. and a longtime friend of Beun. • One-of-a-kind shops While in the South American “When people walked through the country, she founded a school door here, this was a place of heal- • Gifts for the whole known as “Ethel’s Day Nursery,” ing. I’ve always thought of it as family which offered lessons on reading kind of like ‘Cheers,’ a place where and writing as well as three meals people felt welcomed.” • Costumed carolers a day. In 2003, Beun founded a cat res- “She saw the poverty there, and cue known as “King Street Cats” • Holiday concerts her background was in education and donated space on the second so she knew she could do some- floor of the building. The nonprofit • Ride the FREE thing about it,” said Rohrbach. agency rescues about 250 cats a “Tell A Friend!” “These kids had parents who year, with more than 85 percent trolley from the worked on fields or in the chicken of contributions to the nonprofit Metro to the farms, and the school was a need organization go directly to the waterfront that my mother knew she could care, feeding and sheltering of fill.” homeless cats. 211 King St.• 703-683-2074 215 S. Union Street In the early 1960s, she moved “She had space in her building water fountains, windchimes, See Recalling, Page 7 incense, statues, relaxing music 703-683-0856 to Alexandria and taught elemen-

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Recent Democratic February 2006 Democratic Caucus Paul Smedberg 1,145 Caucus Returns Rob Krupicka 1,138 June 2007 Democratic Caucus Tim Lovain 1,067 655 Justin Wilson Del Pepper 997 537 Jim Lay Andrew Macdonald 929 466 Boyd Walker Ludwig Gaines 926 208 Lenny Harris Scott Johnson 720 145 Mark Feldheim Jesse Jennings 507 Lillian White 405 Number of votes

Graph by Lawrence Foong/Connection Newspapers A Call to Caucus The Alexandria City Republican City Committee Eight candidates seek six will formally adopt its candidate-selection procedure party slots for the May later this week, although two potential G.O.P. stan- dard-bearers have already expressed a desire to chal- City Council election. lenge the Democratic slate for City Council. Business- man Frank Fannon confirmed he was considering a By Michael Lee Pope Republican candidacy for City Council, as did Queen Gazette Packet Street Clinic founder Anne Parish. Committee Chair- man Chris Marston said that others are also an in- ith the Democratic caucus less than terested in running, although he does not expect the two months away, candidates for the party to field a full slate of six candidates. WAlexandria City Council have em- “It’s certainly a tough climate for Republicans,” barked on a campaign for the hearts Marston said. “But I think a consensus has been de- and minds of city voters in a race that will be unlike veloping that the City Council is plagued by any other nominating process in recent memory. Af- groupthink, and that it would benefit from a diver- ter considering a campaign for the House of Del- sity of opinion.” egates, former Mayor Kerry Donley announced last month that he will instead challenge the current slate DONLEY’S RETURN to city politics last month has of incumbent Democrats, all of whom are running reshuffled the political calculus for the Democratic Please Come to A for reelection. Last week, caucus, with the former real-estate investor Boyd mayor posing a serious Special Holiday Open House* Walker threw his hat into “Without even knowing the threat to the six incumbent the ring, creating a field of Democrats. The six candi- Sunday, December 7, 2008 eight candidates in a race outcome of the caucus, I am dates with the most votes 11:00 am to 2:00 pm where the six candidates extremely confident that the will earn a spot on the ticket, with the most votes will while the seventh and The Old Town Fire Station appear on the May 5 bal- Democrats will win all the eighth runners-up will not lot. be on the May ballot unless Prince Street between S. Royal and S. Fairfax “The Democratic candi- seats on the City Council they decide to bolt the party Old Town Alexandria date selection is likely to be and run as independents. SANTA WILL STOP BY AND the selection of the people this May.” The last City Council caucus, WISH ALL A HOLIDAY SEASON who are going to govern which was held in February Optional $10.00 photo taken with Santa and Old Fire Engine — Susan Kellom, chairwoman, Alexandria Steamer that goes directly to “Helping Hands Fund” the city,” said Phil Hocker, 2006, put Paul Smedberg in *Sponsored in full by the Green’s Steam Condominium Owners Association an architect and environ- Democratic Committee first place and Ludwig mental consultant. “Recent Gaines in last place. Because history suggests that the Democrats will be the next Gaines also finished last in the last two general elec- City Council, so this is very important.” tion campaigns, some were speculating that he might In a contentious Monday night meeting, Alexan- stand the most to lose by Donley’s announcement. Since 1958 - 50 years ago dria Democrats debated the merits of conducting a Yet in a speech to committee members Monday night, Maurice Silverman has been buying & selling citywide primary at taxpayer expense or a single- Gaines challenged that perception by announcing en- INTRIGUING OBJECTS FROM MANY CENTURIES location “firehouse caucus” that would be paid for dorsements from several prominent elected officials & BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE JEWELRY by the committee. Hocker and several other com- and community leaders. mittee others argued in favor of a primary that would “Reports of my demise have been greatly exagger- allow voting in all precincts, a process that would ated,” said Gaines, adding that his campaign would HOLIDAY HOURS START DEC 4 cost taxpayers $55,000. But the overwhelming ma- not take contributions from developers with business Noon - Five jority of committee members voted in favor of a cau- before council or their attorneys. “At times there are Daily except Monday & Tuesday Open every day December 17-24 cus, setting the Democratic candidate selection from parts of the city that have felt outside the system, noon to 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 31 at the Minnie Howard and I have worked very hard to elbow a place at the Ninth Grade Center. decision-making table for them.” Silverman Galleries “I know a caucus might sound like a smoke-filled Because Justin Wilson won his place on the City Antiques & Antique Jewelry room, but we don’t have smoking in public build- Council in a summertime special election with a par- ings anymore,” joked Barbara Brenman, a fund-raiser ticipation rate significantly lower than a typical cau- 110 NORTH SAINT ASAPH, ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314 (HEART OF OLD TOWN) for the Inova Alexandria Hospital. “I think it would cus, relative support for him against the other mem- 703.836.5363 www.SilvermanGalleries.com be inappropriate to blow $55,000 at a time when bers of the council is difficult to gauge. Last year, he city agencies are being asked to make cuts.” See Candidates, Page 29 Celebrating 50 years, 1958 - 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 ❖ 5 Living Legends Music: Janet Ring’s Life Source been the pianist for this much-anticipated Her love of music led break in the lectures since the sing-along’s to her work with the beginnings in 1973. In the 1970s, she accompanied the Alexandria Symphony George Mason Elementary Chorus. Today, she volunteers with George Mason’s Orchestra. “Dragontones,” led by music teacher Kathleen Baker — another star in By Pat Durkin Alexandria’s musical constellation. Ring Former editor of the Gazette accompanies the chorus for their musical Packet productions. Part of her success is her ability to involve This is the seventh of a series of 12 so many others. “If it were possible to say profiles that chronicle Alexandria’s ‘no’ to Jane, many of us would not be in- Living Legends, people who are volved in all of the wonderful activities that today’s history makers. Living make this city such a wonderful place to Legends of Alexandria is a joint live,” said Rose Fullerton, co-president of project of the Rotary Club of Alexan- SOLA and the person who nominated Ring dria and the Alexandria Gazette as a Living Legend. Packet. Conceived and directed by Nina Tisara, it is designed as an THE ALTERNATE THEME of Ring’s life ongoing project to identify and honor is support. Others star, she helps create their those individuals whose vision and opportunity. And that holds true even when dedication make a tangible difference the subject goes beyond music. to the quality of life in Alexandria. She has been a member of THE TWIG, For more information or to nomi- the Auxiliary of the Alexandria Hospital nate a Legend for next year’s pro- since 1968, serving as its president from gram, visit www.tisaraphoto.com/ 1973 to 1974. She remains a sustaining legends. member and is its second-longest serving member — “oldest?’ she joked. She and her o understand what makes husband support the Hospital Foundation Jane Ring tick, put on a CD through the 1872 Society. Tof Emanuel Ax or the And it doesn’t stop there. She also pro- young genius Alexander Jane Ring vides a level of volunteer support for Gavrylyuk: Ring’s favorite concert pia- Westminster Presbyterian Church that most nists. and varied. But once again, music was the In the past, she has chaired the annual mortals would call a full-time job in itself: “Gavrylyuk is the best I’ve heard. driver. symphony ball, which brings in $100,000 three terms as elder, co-superintendent of And I’ve heard a lot,” Ring said. “In- Her extraordinary work over the years or more, and has been its constant support. the church with her husband, a former cluding Arthur Rubenstein.” raising funds for the Alexandria Symphony For the past 10 years, she has maintained president of the women’s group, provider Since childhood, music has been Orchestra has substantially helped assure the SOLA database, received Ball reserva- of meals for receptions, assistance to fami- Ring’s life force, shaping her extracur- the resources that made possible a profes- tions and sent out acknowledgements to lies during funeral and memorial services ricular activities through childhood in sional orchestra in a city the size of Alexan- ticket purchasers. She has served as SOLA as a member of the Compassion Guild, and Raleigh N.C., driving her master’s dria. ASO produces five regular season con- co-president and assisted with SOLA’s Mary food every month for Carpenter’s Shelter studies at Duke University, even point- certs, a Pops Concert, a Holiday Concert, Graham Lasley Music Scholarship Compe- for the city’s homeless families. She has also ing her toward Carlyle “Connie” Ring, and a Children’s Festival, an unheard of tition each year. Not surprisingly, in 1997, chaired numerous church activities and her husband of more than 50 years. achievement for a community orchestra. she received the organization’s Volunteer of served for eight years as the church’s busi- They met during a summer waiting the Year Award. ness administrator. tables at Chautauqua in New York’s “JANE’S ENDLESS WORK behind the “Of all the thousands of musicians and And more: As a dedicated member of the Catskills, attracted there by the mu- scenes has been vital to the Symphony’s music lovers I have been privileged to know, city’s GOP, she was long the backbone of sic. success,” said ASO Executive Director Jane Ring stands out for her ability to bring Connie Ring’s successful campaigns for City Adrian Findlay. Performances out the best in us,” said Kluge. Council and in 1961 was a founding mem- almost always sell out. ASO’s ber of the Commonwealth Republican “If it were possible to say ‘no’ to charismatic music director Kim EVEN RING’S NON-SOLA activities tend Women’s Club. Back then, she recalled, “a Jane, many of us would not be Kluge is popular with the city’s to be centered on music. At Westminster Republican hadn’t been elected on the lo- music lovers. He leads the ex- Presbyterian Church, where she and her cal level since Reconstruction.” involved in all of the wonderful traordinary group of musicians husband have been active and involved for To help encourage voting in general, she he has been able to attract with years, she sings in the choir; provides pi- became a notary in order to help place the activities that make this city poetry and passion. But ticket ano and organ music for worship services, required stamp on any voter’s absentee bal- sales cover only 30 percent of funerals, and holiday performances; and lot. “I believe in two-party democracy,” she such a wonderful place to live.” ASO’s costs. has been a member of the advanced English said. — Rose Fullerton, Enter Ring, who has been a handbell choir since 1970. Oh, yes, family life is very important to mainstay in ASO’s fund-raising And beyond church, music underpins co-president, her. She and her husband have raised four efforts since she joined the Sym- many hours of volunteer work. In the 1960s, very impressive children — “the cycle of the Symphony Orchestra League of Alexandria phony Orchestra League of Al- Ring provided music activities for the Alex- Rings,” she called them. “Some of the most exandria (SOLA) almost 20 andria Daycare Center when it was still fun I have is ‘jamming’ with my banjo-pick- “We courted in the hotel refrigera- years ago. meeting at Shiloh Baptist Church. She ing son, Roddy.” tor,” Ring laughed. There’s little in the orchestra’s fund-rais- serves on the steering committee for the How she fits it all in is a mystery. She is Her many friends and admirers ing arena in which she hasn’t played a ma- Monday Morning Music Group here in Al- relaxed, bubbly, and every bit the gracious would be hard pressed to name the jor role. For the past four years, she has exandria. In 1973, she and her husband Raleigh-bred born lady she is. one activity of so many that qualified chaired SOLA’s annual holiday Virginia founded the Sing-a-Long for Uniform Law Suddenly, without even being asked, one her as an Alexandria Living Legend. Diner Peanut sales, one of the Symphony’s Conference, a national professional meet- suddenly has ordered a case of those pea- Her service to the community is great most successful fundraisers. ing which they attend annually. She has nuts. 6 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Another Restaurant OK’d for Old Town Former Wilfred-Rogers to become Sandella’s Flatbread Café. By Chuck Hagee tail, office and restaurant uses. The Gazette Packet north side is Market Square and Alexandria City Hall. nother restaurant, in Staff also expressed the opinion the core of Old Town’s that, “An active restaurant tenant A business district, was in this space will be an improve- recommended for ap- ment for lower King Street and proval Tuesday, Dec. 2 by the Al- will provide a convenience for area exandria Planning Commission. It office workers and residents.” will be located at 320 King St., the Presently there are 12 eateries lo- space vacated by Wilfred-Rogers cated along the three blocks of specialty shop in June. King Street from the river to the The applicant, DC Sandella’s intersection of Royal and King Franchise, LLC, proposes to turn streets. The new Sandella’s would the former specialty retail shop make 13. into Sandella’s Flatbread Cafe, “a The staff report also concluded, fast casual restaurant primarily “Having an on-site franchise office serving lunch and dinner” and of- will result in this location serving fering both “eat-in and take-out as a model location for other po- service.” The application calls for tential franchises.” The proposed 42 indoor and eight outdoor seats. restaurant will serve as a Sandella As described in the application, marketing site. “Sandella’s is an upscale, fast ca- sual cafe serving premium quality, IN OTHER ACTION, the com- health conscious, and great tast- mission unanimously recom- ing menu items served on mended approval of the following Sandella’s proprietary flatbread.” applications: The chain has over 125 locations ❖ A text amendment to the Zon- nationwide and 300 more cur- ing Ordinance to allow recycling rently in development. centers in the industrial zone as a “This store would be the flagship permitted use. It was triggered by operation of the franchise in the a proposal to relocate an existing Washington region,” said Attorney public recycling center from 3518 Duncan Blair, representing the Wheeler Avenue to 3100 Business owners of DC Sandella’s Franchise, Center Drive. Daniel A. Rowe and B. Thomas ❖ A request for a form-based Reiser, Jr. They hold the rights to development special use permit, franchising Sandella’s throughout with site plan, to construct a re- the Metropolitan Area. tail/office mixed use building at According to the application this 2903 Mount Vernon Avenue under site will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 the Mount Vernon Avenue Plan p.m. seven days a week. It is an- Design Guidelines. The site is the ticipated to serve an estimated former location of Anthony’s Auto 2,700 patrons a week with a staff Center. The proposal is supported of eight “working in two overlap- by the Del Ray Citizens Associa- ping shifts per day.” There will be tion. no alcohol or live entertainment ❖ A proposal by Saint Anthony’s on the premises, according to the Day School, 315,317 and 321 First application. Street, for a development special “The proposed restaurant will use permit, with site plan, for ex- contribute to the increased vital- pansion of the existing day care ity of King Street and will also add center. The proposal calls for the to the mix of restaurant opportu- construction of a 5,436-sq.-ft. ad- nities in the area,” staff stated in dition to accommodate more chil- their analysis. The south side of dren as well as provide smaller the 300 block of King Street is class sizes and other amenities presently occupied by a mix of re- such as an outdoor play terrace. Recalling Ethel Beun From Page 4 who had were homeless, abused and space in her heart for the mis- or neglected.” sion of this organization,” said She is survived by her husband, Allie Phillips, president of King Jim Logan; a daughter, Jennifer Street Cats. Rohrbach; a son, Brian Beun; a sis- “Ethel was the kind of person ter, Sonya Hauser; and four grand- who loved animals, especially cats children. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 ❖ 7 Keeping Shop Nominate a Business Keeping Shop is a regular feature of the Gazette Packet. To qualify, retail shops should be locally owned or operated; new, expanding, celebrating a significant anniversary or doing something otherwise newsworthy. To nominate a business, Staying contact Nina Tisara, [email protected] Focused On Service Dora Adamopoulos, O.D., is the owner of Eye-2-Eye Optometry Corner.

Short bio: I grew up near the Clearwater area of Florida. I attended the New England College of Optometry in

Boston, Mass. My internships were at a laser center Photo by in Orlando, Fla., a Veterans Hospital in Manchester, N.H., a Community Clinic in Boston, Ma. and at the National Naval Hospital in Bethesda, Md. and Navy Yard, Washington D.C. My husband and I relocated Nina Tisara to D.C. in 1999 and have been in Alexandria ever since. I have two daughters, ages 6 and 3. I’ve been in practice for 10 years, nine of them in Alexandria and have seen roughly 11,000 patients in that time. Although new to Mt. Vernon Avenue, Why did you choose this particular busi- Dora Adamopoulos has been in practice ness? for 10 years and has seen about 11,000 Eye care has always been fascinating to me. You patients. can learn so much from the eye: the presence of dia- betes, blood pressure, tumors-just to name a few. to all her friends. From a personal perspective, I always wore glasses as a child and became very interested in this field What have been the advantages and/or from a young age. My own eye doctor became my disadvantages of operating a business in mentor as I entered this field. Alexandria ? Pictures The advantage of having a business in Alexandria, Why did you choose to work for yourself especially Del Ray, is the hometown feel you still have with rather than as an employee for someone when visiting. Small business owners are what make else? up this town and without them, our property values Coming from a Greek family who owned diners in would decline and the area would lose its charm. the past, being my own boss was the only way I knew The residents truly support the local businesses as Santa how to work. I was always taught to be independent well. and I learned from a young age how to run a busi- ness. Key staff: Chris: She has been a licensed What have you learned optician and expert frame styl- from being in business? ist for 18 years. She truly un- The bottom line is this: Cus- Eye-2-Eye derstands the needs of the pa- tomer Service. People deserve tient and can help accommo- Saturday to be treated with respect and Optometry Corner date all your eyewear needs. honesty goes a long way in de- Address: 1502 Mt. Vernon Ave., Andrea: Lead receptionist December 13th veloping life-long relationships. Alexandria and billing coordinator. She has Years at this address: 1 month 12:00 -3:00 PM Years in business: 10 years been instrumental in keeping us Share an anecdote of a Telephone: 703-48-0122 up to date with all the insurance challenging or humorous Web site www.myeye2eye.com changes. experience or biggest surprise learned from Description of services working your business: and/or products: I learned never to judge a patient based on age. I Complete eye exams for ages 4 and older. We have Celebrate Holiday Magic had a determined 9 year old whose coach would not an excellent selection of eyewear for kids, teens, and let him wear his glasses to play hockey and recom- adults. In addition our diverse assortment of sun- with the merchants at mended he try contact lenses. This little boy never glasses will meet all your needs whether it is for fash- gave up and after many hours in my office, learned ion or for sports. We also carry glasses and sunglasses Bradlee Shopping Center to insert and remove contact lenses by himself. De- to reduce glare on the computer, when driving, and termination goes a long way. On the flip side, I had a while outside. 72-year-old widowed lady who was new on the dat- ing scene and was interested in contacts to make Professional affiliations/associations: Bradlee Center her feel younger and more attractive. She had never Member of the Northern Virginia Optometric So- King Street, just west of Quaker Lane in Alexandria tried before, but we both said, “why not?” She too ciety, Virginia Optometric Association, and Ameri- was successful and now recommends contact lenses can Optometric Association.

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By Chuck Hagee leased on her own recognizance after being processed Gazette Packet at the LaPlata Jail, according to Davis. A trial date has been set for April 7, 2009, at the Charles County lexandria Redevelopment & Housing Au Court. She is being represented by Attorney Mark thority Director of Housing Operations, Chandlee of Bowie, Md. AMarye Ish, has been suspended without Ish has served as ARHA’s Director of Housing Op- pay by ARHA Executive Director Roy Priest erations for more than a decade. In that role she is as a result of her arrest Nov. 6 in LaPlata, Md., on responsible for supervising placement officers who charges of alleged possession of marijuana and mari- determine the certification and eligibility of public juana paraphernalia. housing residents. As a matter of law, public hous- According to a police report filed at the LaPlata ing residents can be evicted if drugs are discovered Sheriff’s Department, Ish was arrested by Maryland in their residence. Such an eviction can also adversely State Police Trooper First Class Wilson at approxi- impact their eligibility for future public housing cer- mately 10:22 p.m. at Hawthorne Road and Crain tification. Highway. In addition to the drug charges, Ish was Ish was unable to be contacted for comment. Al- also charged with a traffic violation, according Of- though her attorney was contacted, he could not dis- ficer Davis of the LaPlata Sheriff’s Department. cuss any of the details of the pending case nor was Ish, a resident of Fort Washington, Md., was re- he able to have Ish return a call for comment. Bulletin Board

To have a notice listed, e-mail expected to serve three-year terms [email protected]. Call WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10 and should be prepared to review Rebecca Halik at 703-917-6407 with Health Group. 7:30 p.m. at The First grant applications by the first panel questions. Christian Church, 2723 King St. meeting to be scheduled in mid- to NAMI/FOCUS meeting with mentally late- January. Individuals who are ill family members. Free. 571-451- interested in serving should send a FRIDAY, DEC. 7 0773. letter of interest and resume, or Winter Yoga Workshop. 9:30 a.m.-4 curriculum vita, to the Alexandria Commission for the Arts, 1108 p.m. at Yoga in Daily Life, 2402 FRIDAY, DEC. 12 Mount Vernon Ave. Enjoy different Jefferson Street, Alexandria, VA health techniques and lunch for $50/ Application Deadline To Serve on 22314 or e-mail it person. Register at Arts Panels. The Alexandria [email protected]. Applications www.yogaindailylifeus.org or 703- Commission for the Arts is seeking must be received by 5 p.m. Call 703- 299-8946. volunteers with expertise in music, 519-3494. theatre, and dance to serve on Resource Panels. Panel members are See Bulletin, Page 11

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Help sponsor one of over 800 families A worn Afshar, serab, and Caucasian shirvan (leaf and Rolled up carpets. in need of Christmas assistance this year. Kurdish carpet. wine cup border) Pick up an Angel off of our tree at the Springfield Mall and you will receive a tax-deductible receipt in exchange for items pur- Senior Services 2009 Calendar Now Available chased for needy families which the Salvation Army will collect and distribute one week before Christmas. Senior Services of Alexandria’s drawings depicting scenes Lyceum Gift Shop, 201 S. Wash- 2009 calendar is now available for throughout Old Town Alexandria. ington St.; and Elder Crafters, 405 st th We will be set up from December 1 -14 from 10am - 8pm holiday gift-giving. It has been pro- They have been produced by local Cameron St. The Salvation Army would like to thank the Springfield Mall, Walmarts in Kingstowne duced as a SSA fund-raiser since artist Deron DeCesare. For more information on the cal- and on Route 1 and BJ’s Warehouse for their partnership in helping to meet human need without discrimination. Please feel free to donate at one of our local red kettles 1980. The calendar is available at the endar and purchases call SSA at or online or by phone at www.salvationarmyusa.org, 1-800-SAL-ARMY. At a cost of $12, the calendar is SSA office, 700 Prince St.; The Vir- 703-836-4414, Ext. 10, or Judy composed of a dozen pen-and-ink ginia Shop, 104 S. Union St.; The Drewry at 703-370-1948.

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MONDAY, DEC. 15 Deadline for Toy Donations. Every year, the Alexandria Office on Women organizes a holiday party for mothers and children who have been recently served by the Domestic Violence Program. Toy donations for the children and gift cards for their mothers are needed. Bring unwrapped toys and gift cards to the Office on Women, 421 King Street, Suite 400 no later than Dec. 15. Call 703-838-4911. Deadline for Holiday Donations to Domestic Violence Program. Every year, the Alexandria Office on Women organizes a holiday party for mothers and children who have been recently served by the Domestic Violence Program. To donate to the Children’s Holiday Party this year, bring unwrapped toys and gift cards to the Office on Women, 421 King Street, Suite 400. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call Shannon McGregor or Stephanie Romonchuk at 703-838- 4911.

TUESDAY, DEC. 16 Holiday Sharing Program’s Gift Delivery. The Alexandria Department of Human Services invites the public to help make the holiday season brighter for low- income families, foster children, and seniors by participating in the City’s Holiday Sharing Program. Donors may deliver gifts directly to recipients or bring them to the City’s Human Services Center, 2525 Mount Vernon Ave. for distribution by staff. The epartment is also seeking volunteers to help sort and deliver gifts at the Human Services Center on Dec. 16, 17, and 18 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Call Suzanne Kratzok at 703-838-0762, e- mail holidaysharing@alex andriava.gov or visit www.ourkids- ourbusiness.org/thefundforalexchild for more information.

THURSDAY, DEC. 18 Toys for Inmates’ Children. Each year, the Alexandria Sheriff’s Office provides toys and gifts to children of inmates housed in the Alexandria Detention Center to be distributed on Dec. 18 at the Public Safety Center. Contact Gloria Hicks, volunteer/ programs coordinator, at 703-838- 4111 ext. 4904 or e-mail [email protected].

SUNDAY, DEC. 21 Deadline for Holiday Toy Drive. The Alexandria/Old Town Office of Weichert, Realtors’ is running its annual holiday toy drive. The community is invited to donate new, unwrapped toys from through Friday, Dec. 21, at its office, located at 121 N. Pitt Street, during normal business hours. All toys will be donated to The Campagna Center.

THURSDAY, JAN. 8 The Eighth Annual Conservation Breakfast. The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust will host keynote speaker U.S. Rep. Jim Moran (D-8) POTOMAC YARD MARKET SQUARE from 8-9:30 a.m. at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center, 5000 3600 South Glebe Road # 120 Seminary Road. Tickets are $50. For Facing the Courtyard above Harris Teeter reservations, call 703-354-5093. Route 1 & S. Glebe Rd. SATURDAY, JAN. 10 703-414-0808 Application Deadline for the Women’s Opportunity Awards. Program aids women seeking to improve their economic status by gaining additional skills, training and education. Applications are available by contacting Sylvia Winterling, [email protected]. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 ❖ 11 12 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 ❖ 13 Alexandria Opinion Gazette Packet

www.AlexandriaGazette.com Newspaper of Alexandria An independent, locally owned weekly Planning for Holiday Party Season newspaper delivered to homes and businesses. 1604 King Street designated driver isn’t available. Alexandria, Virginia 22314 Many ways to avoid But if you find yourself in the unfortunate Get Involved NEWS DEPARTMENT: position of drinking without a safe way home Join the Northern Virginia chapter of Mothers drinking and driving. Against Drunk Driving for 14h Annual MADD Red Rib- To discuss ideas and concerns, of your own, the Washington Regional Alco- bon Run 5K on Wednesday, Dec. 31, at George Mason Call: 703-917-6431 Fax: 703-917-0991 hol Program has provided you with a safety University in Fairfax. The run begins at 4 p.m., with e-mail: he season for holiday parties is net called SoberRide. Take their number with many activities for families. See www.maddnova.org [email protected] or call 703-379-1135. upon us, and with it the increased you when you head out, and be sure any young Steven Mauren incidence of driving under the in- adults in your family are similarly armed. Editor, 703-917-6451 T [email protected] fluence. The possible consequences Founded in 1982, WRAP is a public-private Safe Ride Home From Dec. 12 through New Year’s Day, 10 p.m. to 6 Michael Lee Pope of driving drunk and underage drinking are partnership working to prevent drunk driving Reporter, 703-615-0960 often hard to comprehend. But the stories and and underage drinking in the Washington- a.m., the Washington Regional Alcohol Program offers [email protected] a free cab ride home (up to $50) to local callers who grief of local families who have metropolitan area. are 21 or over. Call 800-200-8294. Chuck Hagee lost loved ones to such acci- WRAP’s 2008 Holiday SoberRide program Reporter, 703-549-1216 [email protected] Editorial dents should provide enough of will be offered from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. each If anyone needs any extra incentive, earlier night from Dec. 12 to Jan. 1, 2009. To receive Rebecca Halik a cautionary tale. this year during an enforcement effort in Al- Editorial Asst., 703-917-6407 Here’s one example from earlier this fall, a free cab ride home up to a $50 fare, call 800- exandria, Chief of Police David P. Baker re- [email protected] when a young Northern Virginia man was sen- 200-8294. You must be 21 or older to use the minded drivers that the maximum penalty in Mark Giannotto tenced to three years in jail for involuntary SoberRide service. Virginia for the first conviction for driving un- Sports Editor, 703-917-6409 [email protected] manslaughter because of a drunk-driving ac- Parents are well advised to talk to their teens der the influence is 12 months in jail, a $2,500 cident that resulted in unspeakable tragedy for and let them know that if they find themselves fine and a 12-month suspension of driving ADVERTISING: three families. One family lost a beloved daugh- without a safe ride home, that they can call privileges. In addition, there are mandatory jail To place an advertisement, call the ad department between 9 a.m. and ter after she clung to live for five brutal days; their parents to be picked up. There are often terms for these offenses, depending upon the 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. one family has seen their active son reduced consequences of binge drinking for teens that blood alcohol content of the driver. Display ads 703-838-0302 to 70 pounds and “unresponsive” and living in go beyond driving under the influence. But it Since 1993, WRAP has provided over 41,010 Classified ads 703-917-6400 a nursing home; the family of the defendant is also important for parents to let their teens safe rides home. Call 800-200-8294. For more Employment ads 703-917-6464 has also seen life as they knew it change. know that whatever happens, it is not OK to information, see www.wrap.org Julie Ferrill drink and drive or to get into a car driven by — Mary Kimm, Display Advertising, 703-927-1364 Don’t take a risk. Plan ahead, arrange for a [email protected] designated driver, or choose to abstain if a someone who has been drinking. [email protected] Jane Hughes Display Advertising, 703-838-0302 Letters to the Editor [email protected] Ginger Krup Display Advertising, 703-702-1372 Thoughtful [email protected] And like most of us, I am keenly interested in ity to take on difficult issues, to provide Andrea Smith Analysis good government and proud of what our thoughtful analysis and good research, and Classified Advertising, 703-917-6401 To the Editor: elected officials accomplish in this city. then to craft reasonable approaches that not [email protected] Why I am supporting the re-election of Tim So when he asked me to take an active role only work, but bring together the different Barbara Parkinson in his campaign, it was for me an unusual but views that must be represented. Employment Advertising Lovain to City Council, 2009? 703-917-6418 I have known Tim Lovain from a variety of an easy “yes.” Here’s why. First, as I have Second, he has been generous in the United [email protected] activities for many years. Although I have not watched his accomplishments during the past Way campaigns in which he served as Alexan- Publisher been active in Alexandria party politics in re- years on City Council, I am struck by his abil- dria chair. He was not a figurehead but worked Jerry Vernon hard to reach new donors to conduct a cam- cent years, I have had active civic involvements. Editor & Publisher paign. This came from his sincere and deep Mary Kimm support for the agencies that are served by the Editor in Chief United Way, and through them to the citizens Steven Mauren Photography: that are less fortunate and in need. Louise Krafft, Robbie Hammer And finally, I know him and his family as Art/Design: persons of conscience and active involvement Zohra Aslami, Geovani Flores, Laurence Foong, John Heinly, in the neighborhood, as citizens of Alexandria, John Smith, Stu Moll, Wayne Shipp and in the world. He provides effective and Production Manager: profound leadership on many issues, includ- Jean Card ing transportation, the environment, and edu- Editor Emeritus: Mary Anne Weber cation. I look forward to helping him bring his track CIRCULATION: 703-917-6481 record and abilities to the renewed attention Circulation Manager: Ann Oliver of his fellow citizens in Alexandria, and to con- tinue his service on behalf of all us through CONNECTION NEWSPAPERS, L.L.C. the Alexandria City Council. Peter Labovitz President/CEO James S. Roberts Mary Kimm Alexandria citizen Publisher/Chief Operating Officer 703-917-6416 [email protected] Jerry Vernon Right Priorities Publisher/Executive Vice President 703-917-6404 To the Editor: [email protected] This morning I attended Mayor Euille’s unity Wesley DeBrosse breakfast in Alexandria, where I was asked Controller what I was most thankful for: On a personal Debbie Funk level, my family. I have been blessed with a National Sales, 703-518-4631 Photo by Louise Krafft/Gazette [email protected] supportive husband and four great children. John Lovaas Snapshot We’ve got a lot to be thankful for as a Com Special Assistant for Operations 2:58 p.m., Dec. 1, Market Square A Connection Newspaper See Letters, Page 16 14 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Opinion Celebrate the holidays with the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Historic District Alexandria December 25, 2008 Give to Alexandria Christmas Day Brunch Book your Family Christmas Day Brunch Community Impact Fund by December 5th, 2008 with a party of 4 or more & receive one complimentary meal. Sliced Roasted Herbed Turkey By Del. David Englin, ing employer donations to the Seared Salmon with Maple Syrup & Whole Grain Mustard Glaze 2008-2009 Alexandria United Way, you can support local United Way Campaign Chair Alexandria agencies in several Smoked Virginia Ham with Butter Rum Sauce ways: Call now to start booking your memorable experience. ven when times are tough, ❖ You can designate your dona- Ethe strong, vibrant, diverse tion to any of the 900 non-profit Rodrigo Vera community Alexandrians organizations that are certified by 625 First Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 enjoy thrives because those of us the United Way, including more T: (703) 299 – 5140 [email protected] blessed with a little more than we than 60 nonprofits that are oper- need tend to lend a hand to those ating in Alexandria. of us who need a little more. With ❖ You can choose a specific im- the national economy putting the pact area you want to address, squeeze on more of our neighbors, such as “promoting self-suffi- now is the time to come together ciency” or “supporting vulnerable and help those in our community and aging populations.” struggling to make ends meet. ❖ Or you can do what I do and Despite our relatively affluent give your money to the Alexandria city, more than 1,600 families live Community Impact Fund (Code below the poverty line, more than 9001). 5,600 Alexandrians rely on food Gifts to the Alexandria Commu- stamps, and over half of the chil- nity Impact Fund are distributed dren in our public schools qualify by a knowledgeable committee of for federally subsidized lunches. Alexandria volunteers who work Many of our citizens cannot afford with nonprofit, government, and basic human necessities like food, business leaders to identify gaps clothing and shelter, let alone in services and make sure your other needs like health care, child money goes to specific local ini- care, drug treatment, tutoring, and tiatives to that those Alexandria job training. needs. Through our tradition of caring This year, the Alexandria Com- and activism, we have risen to munity Impact Fund distributed address these community chal- more than $158,861 to 28 Alex- lenges during good times and bad. andria nonprofits for programs While government safety-net pro- such as: the ALIVE! Child Devel- grams are critical, we also depend opment Center, which provides on the extraordinary efforts of our special needs services to poor chil- community’s non-profit human dren; the David’s Place day shel- service providers, who work faith- ter program for the homeless at fully to serve those in need. Carpenter’s Shelter; Food and We know that supporting the Friends, which delivers meals to work of these organizations is one homebound patients with HIV/ way we can do our part to help. AIDS; Catholic Charities of the But who has the time to research Diocese of Arlington, which pro- which agencies work best and are vides a variety of human services meeting our community’s most in our community; and the Alex- pressing needs? andria Seaport Foundation’s Contributing to this year’s Alex- Boatbuilding Apprenticeship Pro- andria United Way Campaign is a gram, which provides job training great way to ensure that your to young adults. charitable investment is being well As this year’s chair of the Alex spent. Through gifts and match- See Give, Page 16

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Arts ❖ Entertainment ❖ Leisure Gunston Hall Celebrates ‘Plantation Christmas’

By Chuck Hagee Photo by Michael Lee Pope/Gazette Packet Gazette A model of the Jones Point lighthouse and the southern marker for the District of Columbia, which was built in 1977 by Ernest Baynard and landscaped by Richard Muller. nyone wishing to envision Christ- Amases past need only to visit New exhibit features Gunston Hall Plantation Dec. 12 and 13. two enormous That’s when the home of the author of Seeing the Light the Virginia Declaration of Rights, forerun- Fresnel lenses. ner to the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution, known as the Bill of Rights, By Michael Lee Pope Fresnel lenses on display at the Lyceum re- river and a home for the caretaker and his will celebrate its annual “Plantation Christ- Gazette Packet cently underwent a 13-month restoration family. It was deactivated in 1926, when it mas.” These family evenings feature candle- by the Chesapeake Lighthouse Society, was squired by the Mount Vernon Chapter light mansion tours, horse-drawn carriage hat the new exhibit about which involved using cotton swabs, wooden of the Daughters of the American Revolu- rides, performances of seasonal music, and Jones Point lighthouse at chopsticks, bamboo skewers and Popsicle tion. samples of festive foods prepared by hearth the Lyceum lacks in volume, sticks. “There are only five lighthouses left on cooks from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. each W it compensates with scale. “Sometimes we had to carve the Popsicle the Potomac,” said then-Councilman An- night. The museum is displaying two enormous sticks into different shapes to get into the drew Macdonald during a 2006 ceremony Lanterns line the path as visitors make Fresnel lenses — giving viewers an up-close- areas we needed to clean,” said Marie marking the 150th anniversary of the their way to George Mason’s elegantly ap- and-personal look at how the old lighthouse Vincent, membership chairwoman of the lighthouse’s construction. “I’m hopeful we pointed home 20 miles south of Washing- worked. The exhibit also features several Chesapeake Chapter of the United States will be able to turn it into a city museum.” ton, D.C., just off Gunston Road, Virginia interpretive panels and a model of the light- Lighthouse Society. Macdonald’s vision of 242, where Gunston Cove flows into the house grounds to give viewers some con- “It was defiantly a turning the building into a Potomac River. Thomas Jefferson referred text about the famous lighthouse situated labor of love, and “People come in museum has not been real- to Mason as “a man of the first order of at the southern tip of the District of Colum- one that required ized, although federal fund- wisdom among those who acted on the the- bia. quite a great deal of here and say they ing has been secured to re- ater of the revolution.” For those who love the romantic attrac- creativity.” store the exterior of the Mason built Gunston Hall between 1755 tion of lighthouses, this exhibit is a rare would love to use building. The National Park and 1759, “engaging the services of Will- chance to witness two different “orders” of THE NARROW Service, which administers iam Buckland, a talented London-trained the gigantic objects, and one of the lenses STRIP of land at one of these as a Jones Point as part of the carpenter/joiner, who designed the was actually used at the Jones Point light- the southern tip of chandelier, but that George Washington Memo- mansion’s magnificently carved interiors.” house. The exhibit will remain at Old Town has been rial Parkway, plans to re- Mason lived at his plantation from its Alexandria’s history museum on South used by local people would never work open the park with new fa- completion until his death in 1792. Washington Street through February. for more than 5,000 cilities and a redesigned In the candle-lit interiors, costumed char- “People come in here and say they would years. The area has because they are so park in the spring of 2011. acters representing the Mason family and love to use one of these as a chandelier, but been used for hunt- Until then, those who need their guests prepare for daughter Mary’s that would never work because they are so ing, fishing, farm- heavy.” to get their lighthouse fix upcoming wedding. Mason fathered nine heavy,” said Pam Budde, visitor services ing, shipbuilding can come to the Lyceum children. — Pam Budde, visitor services coordinator at the Lyceum. “They would and recreation. But coordinator at the Lyceum and see the Fresnel lens A spectacular holiday feast will be set on probably rip your ceiling off.” the most prominent that greeted visitors many the dining table, and guests will have the The barrel-shaped objects were not made structure in the area years ago. opportunity to sample a few of the displayed for decoration. Invented by French physi- is an 1856 lighthouse that was originally “We wanted to put brighter lights in offerings being prepared by hearth cooks cist Augustin-Jean Fresnel in the early 19th commissioned by the United States Depart- them,” said Budde. “But we found out that in the plantation kitchen yard. Those cooks century, the lenses use a series of prisms to ment of the Treasury. For the better part of the lights would end up blinding everybody concentrate the light source and direct it a century, the building was an important because they would do what they are de- See Gunston Hall, Page 25 into a narrow horizontal beam. The two navigational tool for those traveling the signed to do.” www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 ❖ 17 Theater Hear Ye, Hear Ye - Gifts $30 and Under Know of something missing from our at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Visit Clark Street. Call 703-418-4808 or visit Local Theater listings? Send it to The Al- www.signature-theatre.org or 703-573- www.washingtonshakespeare.org. exandria Gazette Packet at 7328. [email protected]. See “Scrooge: The Musical” Deadline is 2 p.m. the Thursday before “The Penguin Story” perfor- through Dec. 14 at Little Theatre of publication. Call Rebecca Halik at 703- mances, through Jan. 25 at Classika Alexandria, 600 Wolfe St. Performances 917-6407 with any questions. Theater, 4041 Campbell Ave., are Satur- are Wednesdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. days and Sundays at 12:30 p.m. There and Sundays at 3 p.m. Visit will be extra performances. $12/ad- www.thelittletheatre.com or 703-683- Upcoming Events vance; $15/door. Visit 0496 for tickets. “Les Miserables” is being per- www.classika.org or 1-800-494-8497.º formed at Signature’s Max Theatre, See “The Eight Reindeer Mono- 4200 Campbell Ave from Dec. 2 logues” through Dec. 20 at Little through Jan. 25. Tickets range be- Ongoing Events Theatre of Alexandria, 600 Wolfe St. tween $65-$87. Showtimes are See “All’s Well that Ends Well” Performances are Fridays and Saturdays Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.; performed by the Washington at 10:30 p.m. Visit Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m.; Satur- Shakespeare Company through Dec. 7 www.thelittletheatre.com or 703-683- days at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sundays at the Clark Street Playhouse, 601 S. 0496 for tickets. Food Listings Alexandria Calendar & Tote Bag Da Rosario white and black introduced at Balducci’s on 600 Southwestern flavors are banding truffle oils make ideal gifts for Franklin Street. 1.76 oz. of the together this holiday season with • Alexandria Christmas Cards gourmet food lovers, and offer an black truffle oil retails at $12, and Operation Pinecone to send holi- • Alexandria Ornaments affordable way to infuse luxury the white truffle oil at $14. day care packages to deserving into dinners. Drizzled over a baked troops serving overseas. • Alexandria Gift Tags also available potato, salads, scrambled eggs, or Through December, buy a The local Moe’s Southwest grilled cheese, the earthy flavor “Cocktail for a Cure” and $1 Grill restaurants located in Alex- dresses up holiday entertaining or will benefit local AIDS/HIV chari- andria will be collecting care pack- Gallery Lafayette everyday meals for the family. ties. age items such as CDs, magazines, Da Rosario uses truffles har- They can be purchased at Jack- toiletries and individually vested from organic land in Italy’s son 20 and the Grille at Morrison wrapped snacks, along with cash the framing gallery, Umbrian Valley, utilizing a pat- House among others. For more donations to support the troops ented method to extract the most information about Kimpton and while they serve away from their Studio of Artist Todd Healy saturated flavor. This new organic the Red Ribbon Campaign, visit families this holiday season. • 320 KING STREET • ALEXANDRIA, VA • collection includes USDA 100% www.kimptonhotels.com or call 1- They will be collecting until Dec. Organic Truffle Flavored Olive Oil, 800-KIMPTON. 13. A list of items most in need and 703-549-7883 available with either black or what to look for when shopping www.toddhealy.com/www.gallerylafayette.net white truffle. Eleven D.C.-area restaurants for the troops can be found at Da Rosario’s truffle oils were just better known for wrapping up www.welcome2moes.net.

18 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Calendar OLD TOWN’S FAVORITE E-mail announcements to the Alexan- clarinets. Also needed and welcome The Hermitage, 5000 Fairbanks Ave., dria Gazette Packet at are: percussionists, and players of Alexandria. 703-764-3896 to RSVP. COUNTRY FRENCH RESTAURANT [email protected]. tubas, euphoniums, trumpets. Visit Photos and artwork are encouraged. www.mvbands.com, e-mail Martha Washington hosts an 18th- Deadline is Thursday at noon for the [email protected] or call 703- century Christmas with candlelit following week’s paper. Call Rebecca 339-6534 for more information. walks, fireside caroling, and early Halik at 703-917-6407 with questions. American décor during Mount Vernon On Sundays from noon-5 p.m., visit the by Candlelight. The Friday, Saturday Waterfront and see history- and Sunday evenings (Dec. 5, 6 & 7; OTHER ITEMS inspired performances near the and 12, 13 and 14) from 5–8 p.m. Tickets may be purchased in advance Gadsby’s Tavern Museum is now Torpedo Factory; do a “meet and at the Ford Orientation Center or accepting applications for its new greet” of early Alexandria residents through www.MountVernon.org. Junior Docent Program. After and travelers near the Waterfront Admission is $18 for adults and $12 training, Junior Docents will be able and lower King Street. Free. Visit for children under 12. Old Town’s most authentic country to give tours and assist with public www.historicalexandria.org for more. programs including candlelight tours, Gallery West presents “Small Works 18th-century teas, open houses and Children enter a world of fantasy and French restaurant since 1983 and Holiday Show and Silent other special events. Students in fables when costumed interpreters Auction” through Jan. 4 at 1213 grades 2 through 5 are invited to join weave three tales together during King St. Features a variety of art Gadsby’s staff for a training series Mount Vernon’s storytelling session, “Once Upon a Time at Mount work by members in every size. Sunday afternoons early next year. Open Christmas Eve Vernon”, Silent auction ends Dec. 8. Visit Classes will be held from 1 p.m. to held every Saturday and through www.gallery-west.com or call 703- 2:30 p.m. on Jan. 18, Jan. 25, and Sunday at 2 p.m. December 549-6006. 3 Seatings: 4:30, 6:30, 8:30 Feb. 1. These free classes will cover at the Hands-On History basic history and presentation skills room in the Donald W. Reynolds Gather the Family at Woodlawn to prepare Junior Docents to help Education Center, 3200 Mount runs Dec. 14,21 and 28 at New Year’s Eve with museum special events. To Vernon Memorial Highway. The Woodlawn. Experience an 1820s receive an application, call 703-838- storytelling program is recommended Christmas with America’s First Family 4242. Applications are due by for children ages three to eight. 3 Seatings: 5:30, 7:30, 9:45 before trees, Santa and stockings. Wednesday, Dec. 17. Parental supervision is required. “Once Upon at Time at Mount Tours available from 5:30-8:30 p.m. $15/person; $5/grades K-12. Visit This holiday season, River Farm will be a Vernon” is included in regular Estate www.woodlawn1805.org or call 703- collection site for Toys for Tots, an admission: adults, $13.00; youth Please make 780-4000. organization that gives toys to needy ages 6-11, $6.00; and children under children in the United States. To 5 are admitted free. holiday The Alexandria Jaycees make a donation, drop off will sell Historic Mount Vernon unwrapped, new toys in the welcomes all Christmas trees this season, with reservations collection box in the estate house by Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Camp proceeds in part benefiting the Dec. 16. 703-768-5700 ext. 114. Fire Club members (in uniform or chapter’s holiday shopping tour for early wearing an official pin) to free kids. The annual tree sales support admission during its Scouting Days the Holiday Shopping Tour for ONGOING program beginning Nov. 1 through underprivileged kids and the 127 N. Washington St., Old Town • 703-548-4661 Mount Vernon Community bands Feb. 15, 2009. For more information, chapter’s general programming funds need members. All concert band visit www.MountVernon.org. for community and leadership Smoke Free Restaurant Holiday musicians wanted. Most needed are: development. The learn how to sing Shopping Tour oboes, bassoons, French horns, Women can with gives area kids a www.lerefugealexandria.com saxophones, flutes, trombones, and lessons in a group from 7-8 p.m. on Dec. 3 and Dec. 10. Free. Held at See Calendar Page 25

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Other Items 902 Wythe St. Free. 703-838-4356. In partnership with members of the local arts See “Virtue, Sin and the Balance Within” community, Del. David Englin announced his first by Carlos Beltran Baldiviezo through Jan. 5 at annual youth art contest, which gives students the Art League Gallery in the Torpedo Factory, 105 the opportunity to display their creative talent and N. Union St. Free. Visit www.torpedofactory.org for win prizes in elementary school, middle school, more. high school, and skateboard design categories. Contest entries are due by Dec. 12. Download en- try forms at www.davidenglin.org/art, or contact Ongoing Exhibits [email protected] or 703-549-3203. Students See “Portraits of Guatemala” by Nina must 18 years old or younger to enter. There are Weinberg Doran, at AHM Gallery, 215 South Union no restrictions on media, but entries should be suit- St., 2nd Floor, through Dec. 12. able for hanging on a wall. Drop off entries or mail to: A Show of Hands, 2204 Mt Vernon Ave, Alex- See “Places, Remembered of Dreamt,” andria, VA 22301. Art may be submitted by e-mail paintings by Jan E. Moffatt at the Gardens at Green as an attachment to [email protected]. Digital Spring Gardens Park, historic Manor House, 4603 submissions must be at least 300 dpi resolution JPG Green Spring Road through Dec. 28. file. The Botanical Art Society will be showing in the Horticultural Center of Green Spring Gar- New and dens, 4603 Green Spring Road in Alexandria. The show “Inspired by Nature” will show through Upcoming Exhibits Dec. 28. 703-642-5173. See sculptures by Travis Graves in Target An exhibit by Civil War soldier, artist and musi- Gallery’s new exhibit “Finding Equilibrium” cian William Lydston, Jr., will remain at Fort through Nov. 23 at the Torpedo Factory, 105 N. Ward Museum and Historic Site through Dec. Union St. Free. Visit www.torpedofactory.org. 31, to coincide with a statewide celebration of music in Virginia. William Lydston, Jr., (1813- See the Springfield Art Guild’s art show 1881) was a talented professional artist and through Dec. 15 at the Goodwin House, 4800 musician from Boston. Fort Ward Museum is lo- Fillmore Ave. Free. All paintings for sale. 703-644- cated at 4301 West Braddock Road, and is open 6677. Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. For more information, call See art by Margaret Fisher and Frank 703-838-4848 or visit www.fortward.org. Barsalou,”Collaboration and Interpreta- tion,” through Dec. 21 at Schlesinger Center “Protected Landscapes: Paintings of The Fisher Art Gallery, 3001 N. Beauregard St. Free. Nature Conservancy Preserves,” an exhibit 703-845-6156. of paintings by members of the Washington Soci- ety of Landscape Painters (www.wslp.org) will be See “Childhood Memories in Miniature: held through Jan. 4, 2009 at the Athenaeum African American Dollhouses” from Dec. 3 Gallery, 201 Prince St. through Jan. 24 at the Black History Museum,

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From Page 19 restaurant. Letter requests must be Children up to age 5 can enjoy Holiday Gift Certificates received by Dec. 8. Orders received stories. Free. Registration required, for fun shopping day with funds provided after Dec. 8 will be postmarked from 703-971-0010. Group Dance Lessons and pizza party to follow, which Virginia. For more information or to Scottish Christmas Walk Private Dance Lessons allows them to purchase gifts for place an order, visit Marketplace. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at their families. This year’s shopping www.alexjaycees.org. Masonic Memorial, 101 Callahan Wedding Couples event is set for Dec. 13. The Drive. Shop for a variety of holiday Dance Parties Alexandria Jaycees tree lot is located The American Horticultural Society hosts items, visit a café and buy heather Showcases in the parking lot at the Safeway on holiday happenings at its and greens. Visit the corner of S. Royal and Gibbon headquarters at River Farm. From www.scottishchristmaswalk.com or Call 703 751 8868 Streets in Old Town Alexandria. Dec. 1 to Jan. 16, River Farm’s 703-549-0111. Tree sales run Nov. 29 until Dec. grounds and estate house will feature Heather and Greens Sales. 10 a.m.- 20 or when trees sell out). Lot hours lights, poinsettias, and other festive 5 p.m. at Masonic Memorial, 101 Dance Studio Lioudmila are: Monday-Friday 6 p.m.-9 p.m.; holiday decorations. All are welcome Callahan Drive. Try a touch of 18 Roth St., 2nd floor Saturdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sundays 9 to visit and enjoy Monday through heather and greens to enhance Alexandria, VA 22314 a.m.-5 p.m. For more details or for Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., but note that holiday decorations with a Scottish (just off of Duke Street, Free Parking) membership information, call the the grounds will be closed from Dec. flair. Purchase fresh heather bundles Jaycees’ 24-hour recorded event line 25 through Jan. 4. or a variety of wreaths, garlands, 703-866-7171 or visit flatwoods and more. Free. For more Latin, Ballroom, Salsa, & Swing www.alexjaycees.org. Mystique Fine Jewelry and information on the Scottish Designs, 211 Strand Waterfront in Christmas Walk Weekend, visit Tree Sale. The Alexandria Police Alexandria, will sell “December Love www.campagnacenter.org or department Christmas tree sale Stone,” a 25-carat rose quartz www.scottishchristmaswalk.com. begins on Friday, Dec. 5 at the cabochon ring. Visit Tree Sale. The Alexandria Police • Ships Clocks Alexandria Union Station parking lot www.mystiquejewelers.com or 703- department Christmas tree sale • Ships bells (110 Callahan Drive). The official lot 836-1401. begins on Friday, Dec. 5 at the • Ship models hours are: Monday-Thursday, 3-9 Alexandria Union Station parking lot p.m.; Friday, 3-10 p.m.; Saturday La Muse, 108 N. Patrick St., collects (110 Callahan Drive). The official lot • Nautical lamps and Sunday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and ships donations for hours are: Monday-Thursday, 3-9 • Lanterns • Barometers Proceeds benefit the Alexandria www.AnySoldier.com every day of p.m.; Friday, 3-10 p.m.; Saturday • Ship wheels Police Youth Camp. the year. Bring donations to La Muse and Sunday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. This • Decanters & glasses and it will be packaged and shipped year’s tree selection includes Scotch The Little Theater of Alexandria to soldiers. For ideas on what to Pines, Douglas Firs, Fraser Firs, and • Retirement Gifts will perform “Scrooge! The Musical” donate go to: www.ShopLaMuse.net/ Concolor Firs. They will range in size • Promotion Gifts from Nov. 22-Dec. 14 at 600 Wolfe Anysoldier.html or call 703-683- from 4 1/2 feet to 10 feet tall. • Military Gifts St., Old Town. Performances are 1696. Proceeds benefit the Alexandria Wednesdays-Saturdays at 7:30 Police Youth Camp. Visit Northern Virginia’s premier military & nautical gift shop p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Art & Crafts Holiday Market. 7 p.m. specializing in promotion & retirement gifts for Army, Navy, Tickets are $18-$21 and can be FRIDAY/DEC. 5 at the Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard. purchased at ArtFest: Fiber & Form Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria. Search 1677 Crystal Square Arcade www.thelittletheatre.com. Celebration. 6-9 p.m. at the Art through gifts created by more than Arlington, Virginia 22202 League’s Madison Annex. Join for the 20 artist members and enjoy baked The Alliance Dance Institute presents relaunch of Springwater Studios at goods. Call 703-838-4827 for more. (703) 413-6289 “The Nutcracker” through Dec. the Art League. Free. Visit Very Merry Musical. 7:30 p.m. at Please call for directions & hours 28 in the Landmark Mall, 5801 Duke www.theartleague.org or 703-683- First Baptist Church, 2932 King St. www.shipshatch.com St. Fifty-five minute long 1780. Hear A cappella music and enjoy a performances are Saturdays and Holiday Concert. 8 p.m. a the family meal with Santa. $25/adult; Sundays at 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts $12/child. Visit $20/person. After the show, stay for Center, 3001 N. Beauregard St. Hear www.harmonizers.org or 703-910- photo opportunities. Visit music by the NOVA Community 4600. www.adidance.com or 703-354- Chorus and the Alexandria Band. Holiday Dinner Theater. Alexandria 6000. Donations requested, 703-845-6252. Harmonizers Chorus presents “A Very Pet Photos. Pets can take photos with Merry Musical” at 7:30 p.m. at First This Christmas, arrange for a Santa at Olde Towne School for Baptist Church, 2932 King St. $15/ personalized letter from Santa Dogs, 529 Oronoco St. Proceeds adult; children ages 6-12 are $7; age Claus, postmarked from the North benefit Vola Lawson Animal Shelter. 5 and under free. Enjoy favorite Pole. The Alexandria Jaycees are $45/sitting. Visit songs and a family meal with Santa. offering customized letters sent www.alexandriaanimals.org or 703- Reserved table seating. Visit directly to children from Santa for 838-4774 ext. 216. www.harmonizers.org or 240-206- only $5 each. The letter will also Lunch Bunch. Noon at John Marshall include a coupon to a child-friendly Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. See Calendar, Page 26 Scrooge Is At Little Theatre From Page 24 Scrooge as a young man and his young love Isabel, sharp with her quick-witted replies to Scrooge’s ques- and Emma Kelly who makes the most of Tiny Tim’s tions as the spirit that shows him the present. The song “This Beautiful Day.” Ghost of Christmas Future is completely covered by The production uses a good deal of stage fog, so the costume and mask for the role so the audience much that the audience is often enveloped in a cloud can’t tell if it is Mark Lee Adams or John Shakelford of mist, which makes it difficult for some to breathe. handling the role. They alternate at different perfor- The addition of some ventilation or simply the in- mances and also handle other roles such as that of stallation of fans along the side aisle might make the the employer of the young Scrooge, Mr. Fezziwig. show more inviting for some patrons. There are some fine performances in the roles of other people important in Scrooge’s life such as Bob Brad Hathaway reviews theater in Virginia, Washington and Maryland as well as Broadway, and edits Potomac Stages, Maurer who is in good voice for his songs as Bob www.PotomacStages.com. He can be reached at Cratchit, Jay R. Sigler and Caitlin Diana Doyle as [email protected]. Gunston Hall Celebrates Holiday From Page 17 The Yuletide Dinner is $39.95 for adults and chil- dren ages 11 and older, $19.95 for children age six are graduates of Gunston Hall’s Historic Foodways to 10. Those wishing to participate are urged to call Program. 703-550-9220, as limited seating is available for Fri- In conjunction with Plantation Christmas, Gunston day and Saturday evenings. is offering its annual Yuletide Dinner. This holiday Admission to the Plantation Christmas is $14 for meal, with all the trimmings, features a selection of adults, $7 for ages six to 18, and free for children traditional fare and includes admission to Plantation age six and under. For additional information call Christmas. 703-550-9220 or visit www.GunstonHall.org. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 ❖ 25 Theater Where and When Performances take place the weekends of Dec. 5 and Dec. 12 at Lisner Auditorium (730 21 St., NW, Washing- ton, D.C.). Ticket prices range from $18 - $45. For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.revelsdc.org or call 301-587-3835. Area students take part A Bit of Quebec for Christmas in the Revels. By Alissa Figueroa auditioning just four days after moving to The Connection the area in an effort to meet people. Last year she worked backstage, serving as vol- everal Alexandria and Ar-lington unteer coordinator. residents are play-ing a part in the “It’s very different being onstage versus Sannual Washington Christmas Rev backstage,” she said. “Being able to see both els performance, celebrating the sides gives you a really good idea how much Winter Solstice — the shortest day of the goes into it. People work year round on the year — a midwinter tradition that dates show.” back to medieval Europe. This year, Christ- mas Revels will bring the songs, dances and FOR SCHWARTZ, the most important part theatrical traditions of early Quebec to area of the show is the community it brings to- audiences. gether. The show tells the story of a group of rev- “It doesn’t feel like traditional theater,” elers bringing in the New Year in Troi said Schwartz, who has acted in commu- Rivieres, a historic town in nity and summer stock Quebec. The action fol- theater for years. lows a group of men who “There are no egos. leave the party by canoe, “It doesn’t feel like Everyone is there as traveling along one of the traditional theater. part of a family.” three rivers that flows Alexandria-based el- through the town in search There are no egos.” ementary school of adventure. They find it teacher Jill Kester is in the way of the Devil, – Erin Schwartz, chorus performing in the cho- Photo contributed by Debbie Grossman. whom the men must de- member rus for the first time Revelers - back row (from left): Victoria Metz, Steve Miller. Front row feat in a dance-off in order this year. (from left): Erin Schwartz, Caroline Birasa, Jill Kester to return home. “It’s remarkable how open [Revels] is to The show has a cast of 80, including 60 new people,” said Kester. As a newcomer, teer performer and now as assistant musi- storyline, they are more able to reach out adult chorus members, about a dozen chil- she was paired with a veteran “buddy” who cal director. In that time she’s seen the cho- to the audience and draw people in.” dren and a handful of specialty perform- helped her and served as a re- rus grow by 50 This idea — of incorporating the audience ers, including the “tradition bearers,” inter- source for any questions or “Everyone should per cent and a into the action on stage — is a key compo- nationally known professional performers problems that arose during re- more narrative, nent of the Revels. Carter contends that the brought in from Quebec to play featured hearsals. experience [Revels] complex story Revels is also one of the few places where roles. About 10,000 people attend the event “What really blows me away structure taking audiences can experience traditional folk annually. is the size and scope of the at least once.” shape in the per- music from all over the world. This year’s Local residents have been participating in show,” she added. Kester was – Melissa Carter, Assistant Musical formances. show is uniquely French-Canadian, she ex- weekly evening and bi-monthly weekend re- particularly impressed by the Director plained, in that it represents at all aspects hearsals since early September. commitment to historical ac- “AT THE BE- of the culture, incorporating Native Ameri- “It’s a lot of work, but it’s absolutely worth curacy and careful attention to detail dem- GINNING there was a lot less choral in- can and French influences and all of the nu- it,” said Arlingtonian Erin Schwartz, who is onstrated by the show’s organizers and cre- volvement. Now there is a story behind ev- ances they bring to Québécois traditions. performing in the chorus for the second ative directors. ery person on stage. It’s much more intri- “It’s really a wonderful experience,” said time this year. Melissa Carter agrees. She’s participated cate,” she said. “When the chorus has full Carter. “Everyone should experience it at Schwartz first joined the Revels in 2006, with the Revels since 1989, first as a volun- knowledge of the story’s timeline and least once.” Calendar

From Page 25 Dogs, 529 Oronoco St. Proceeds Kennedy at 703-360-9546 or visit the hospital cafeteria will follow the Christmas traditions, meet historic benefit Vola Lawson Animal Shelter. www.heritagechurchva.org for more program. The hospital is located at characters and tour the home by 9626 for tickets. $45/sitting. Visit information. 2501 Parker’s Lane, Alexandria. For candlelight, including the rarely seen Artists Reception. The Del Ray www.alexandriaanimals.org or 703- Art & Crafts Holiday Market. 10 any questions contact the Volunteer third floor from 5-8 p.m. at George Artisans’ Fine Art & Crafts Holiday 838-4774 ext. 216. a.m.-6 p.m. at the Del Ray Artisans Services Office at 703-664-7260. Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate & Market will have a free reception A Christmas Marketplace. 10 a.m.-5 Gallery, 2704 Mt. Vernon Ave., Tree Lighting and Luminaria Gardens. Visit from 7-9:30 p.m. at the Del Ray p.m. at Masonic Memorial, 101 Alexandria. Search through gifts Display. 5:30 p.m. on Mount www.mountvernon.org or call 703- Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mt. Vernon Callahan Drive. Vendors sell unique, created by more than 20 artist Vernon Avenue, followed by a tree 780-2000 for cost information. Ave., Alexandria. Call 703-838-4827 holiday gift wares in a boutique members and enjoy baked goods. lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. near the Santa Railway Express. Ride with for more. setting. Free. For more information Call 703-838-4827 for more. Mount Vernon Rec Center, located at Santa from King Street Station to Old on the Scottish Christmas Walk Emmanuel Episcopal Church Commonwealth and Mount Vernon Town Manassas and back on two Weekend, visit Holiday Bazaar. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at avenues. Free. Visit www.pwba.org, Fridays before Christmas. The train SATURDAY/DEC. 6 www.campagnacenter.org or 1608 Russell Road. Free. There will www,funside.com or 703-683-2570. departs King Street Train Station in Wreath Making. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 www.scottishchristmaswalk.com. be a silent auction, vendors, variety Massed Band Concert. 1-1:30 p.m. Alexandria at 1:25 p.m. and travels p.m. at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Heather and Greens Sales. 10 a.m.- of items, children’s activities and at King and Royal streets, in front of to Old Town Manassas Train Station. Green Spring Road. Learn how to 5 p.m. at Masonic Memorial, 101 more. 703-683-0798. City Hall at Market Square, 301 King Passengers will disembark for holiday create your own holiday wreath. Callahan Drive. Try a touch of Holiday Pottery Event. 10 a.m.-2 St. Free. Hear a variety of songs after stories and treats. The train returns Materials provided. $48. Registration heather and greens to enhance p.m. at Schlesinger Center, 3001 N. the parade route. to King Street at 3:30 p.m. Buy required – 703-642-5173. holiday decorations with a Scottish Beauregard St. Free. Browse works Holiday Concert. 7-8:30 p.m. at River tickets only at Whistle Stop Hobbies Art Exhibit. See artwork by Yuri flair. Purchase fresh heather bundles by students of NOVA. Visit Farm, 7931 E. Boulevard Drive. in Old Town. Visit Kokoyanin at The von Brahler Ltd./ or a variety of wreaths, garlands, www2.nvcc.edu for more. Features music by Jody Marshall, www.whistlestophobbies.com for Gallery, 1437 Powhatan St., from 11 flatwoods and more. Free. For more Holiday Boat Parade of Lights. Andrea Hoag and Paul Nahay. $10/ more. a.m.-3 p.m. Call for weekday hours, information on the Scottish Begins at 3 p.m. with a holiday member or $15/nonmember. Space is The Scottish Christmas Walk 703-798-8686. Free. Christmas Walk Weekend, visit review featuring local school groups limited. Visit www.ahs.org or 703- Parade. 11 a.m. beginning at the Wild for Winter Waterfowl. 11:30 www.campagnacenter.org or performing. Santa will arrive via boat 768-5700 ext. 125. corner of Wilkes and South Pitt a.m. at Mason Neck, 7301 High Point www.scottishchristmaswalk.com. dockside at the gazebo. Pets are Scottish Preview. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Streets in Old Town and ending at Road. Observe swans, ducks and Craft Sale. Heritage Presbyterian welcome for photos as well. Boat the Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St., the Campagna Center. Over 100 more. Free. 703-339-2385. Church is holding a craft sale “Made parade starts at 5:30 p.m. Free. Visit Alexandria. Includes bagpipe Scottish Clans, pipe and drum bands, Majestic Eagles. 5 p.m. at Mason by the Bell” from 9 a.m.-noon at the www.funside.com for more. performances, Celtic music, military Scottish dancers, re-enactment Neck, 7301 High Point Road. Look church, 8503 Fort Hunt Road. One Lights of Love. The Inova Mount living history demonstrations and groups, Scottie dog groups, for bald eagles while learning about hundred percent of the proceeds go Vernon Hospital Auxiliary will more. Free. Call 703-838-4994 for dignitaries and, of course, Santa them. Free. 703-339-2385. to support Heritage Presbyterian present the 26th annual Lights of more information. Claus will march down the Women’s outreach programs for Love program at 5 p.m. in the Mount Vernon by Candlelight. Pet Photos. Pets can take photos with See Calendar, Page 27 Santa at Olde Towne School for children and women. Call Jenny hospital’s main lobby. A reception in Learn about the Washington’s

26 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Calendar Enjoy a Cozy Candlelit Dinner From Page 26 Fairfax St. cobblestone streets of Old Town. For Free. Visit “The Finest Lebanese Cuisine” more information on the Scottish www.opmh.org Carryout, catering & delivering available or 703-549- Christmas Walk Weekend, visit Family owned & operated www.campagnacenter.org or 6670. Art Exhibit. www.scottishchristmaswalk.com. See Holiday Designer Tour of Homes. artwork by 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Stroll through Yuri Kokoyanin buildings of historic importance at The von dressed up for the holidays by Brahler Ltd./ acclaimed interior designers and Gallery, 1437 local florists. Tickets required $25/ Powhatan St., advance or $30/day of purchase and from 11 a.m.-3 can be purchased at homes. Call 703- p.m. Call for 549-0111 for tickets. For more weekday information on the Scottish hours, 703- 407 Cameron St. Old Town Alexandria • 703-684-9194 Christmas Walk Weekend, visit 798-8686. www.campagnacenter.org or Free. www.thepitahouse.com • Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner Wild for Winter www.scottishchristmaswalk.com. Waterfowl. A Soldier’s Christmas. Noon-4 p.m. at Carlyle House, 121 N. Fairfax St. 11:30 a.m. at Includes demonstrations, music, Mason Neck, gaming and more. Admission is a 7301 High suggested $5 donation per person. Point Road. Visit www.carlylehouse.org or 703- Observe swans, 548-2997. ducks and SUPER SERVICE CENTER Holiday Dinner Theater. Alexandria more. Free. Harmonizers Chorus presents “A Very 703-339-2385. ALL MAKES & MODELS Majestic Merry Musical” at 12:30 p.m. and 6 Eagles. p.m. at First Baptist Church, 2932 5 p.m. OPEN SUNDAYS King St. $15/adult; children ages 6- at Mason Neck, $ 12 are $7; age 5 and under free. 7301 High $ Enjoy favorite songs and a family Point Road. Tires/Batteries 19.95 84.99 meal with Santa. Reserved table Look for bald seating. Visit www.harmonizers.org eagles while Winterization or 240-206-9626 for tickets. learning about & Alignments Oil Change Special them. Free. Holiday Ornament Decorating The Scottish Walk Weekend commences Coupon Expires Workshop. 1-4 p.m. at the 703-339-2385. 4 cyl. only Wintering this weekend with a parade, scotch tast- 12/31/08 Alexandria Archaeology Museum, Animals. ing, tea and more. Visit 105 N. Union St., 3rd floor of the 1 VA Emissions Torpedo Factory Art Center. Decorate p.m. at Mason www.scottishchristmaswalk.com for more. 10% Off Service Repairs take-home ornaments using shapes, Neck, 7301 colors and patterns based on the High Point Road. Visit some animals & Inspections except oil, filter & coupons that live in the park. Free. 703-339- Chorale and Orchestra present Museum’s collection of excavated “Noel.” $25/adult; $20/senior; $5/ artifacts. Free. Call Alexandria 2385. Mon-Fri 7-5 • Saturday 8-4 • Sun 10-4 Pet Photos. student, child. Visit Archaeology for more information, Pets can take photos with Santa at Olde Towne School for www.newdominion.org or 703-442- 6571 Backlick Rd., • 703-451-2381 703-838-4399. 9404. Holiday Reception. 6-9 p.m., Gallery Dogs, 529 Oronoco St. Proceeds benefit Vola Lawson Animal Shelter. Living Bethlehem. 6-8 p.m. at West presents “Small Works and Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Holiday Show and Silent Auction” $45/sitting. Visit www.alexandriaanimals.org or 703- 1301 Collingwood Road. Includes through Dec. 24 at 1213 King St. live animals, people and more. Free. Features a variety of art work by 838-4774 ext. 216. Toys for Tots Benefit Square Visit www.aldersgate.net for more. members in every size. Silent auction Dance. Annual Shopping Holiday ends Dec. 8. Visit www.gallery- 1-5 p.m. at Lee Center Exhibit Hall, 1108 Jefferson St. Spectacular. 1-4:30 p.m. at Next west.com or call 703-549-6006. Realty Building, 1100 N. Fayette St. Book Fair. 9 a.m.-11 p.m. at Barnes & Features performance by the Capital Squares Demonstration Team and Browse jewelry, cards, and more. Noble, 3651 Jefferson Davis Fifteen percent of the proceeds Highway. Proceeds benefit Maury more. Donation is unopened toy or $10 minimum/couple. 703-883- benefit the Commission for Women Elementary School. Visit and Alexandria Office on Women www.mauryonline.org or 703-739- 4686. Holiday Music. 2 p.m. at Market projects. 703-402-2226. 0983. Music Performance. 4 p.m. at the Cookies and Carols. Square, 301 King St. Hear Shir Tze’ir 3 p.m. at Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. Hear Nativity Lutheran Church, 1300 and the Family Choir of Beth El Hebrew Congregation. Free. 703- music by the Eclipse Chamber Collingwood Road. Free. Orchestra’s Brass of Peace. Free, but Celtic and Christmas Music. 7:30 883-4686. Art & Crafts Holiday Market. donations accepted. 703-549-1421. p.m. at St. Luke’s Church, 8009 Fort Noon- Hunt Road. Features Maggie 4 p.m. at the Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mt. Vernon Ave., Sansone. $18/adult; $10/student, MONDAY/DEC. 8 senior; $5/child. E-mail Alexandria. Search through gifts Meeting. 6-8 p.m. at The Westin [email protected] or 703-765- created by more than 20 artist Alexandria, 400 Courthouse Square. 4342. members and enjoy baked goods. The Eisenhower Partnership will hold Soldier’s Christmas. Noon-4 p.m. at Call 703-838-4827 for more. Holiday Shopping Spectacular. its annual meeting. 703-684-5124. Carlyle House, 121 N. Fairfax St. See The Books and Ideas. 7:30 p.m. at re-enactor’s from the First Virginia Alexandria Commission for Women is Sherwood Regional Library, 2501 Regiment, demonstrations, music, holding a art and shopping Sherwood Hall Lane. Discuss “The games and more. Free, but donations spectacular from 3-6 p.m. at the Next Spirit Catches You and You Fall requested. Visit Realty, 900 N. Fayette St. Purchase Down” by Anne Fadiman. Free. www.carlylehouse.org or 703-549- arts and crafts, jewelry, handbags Registration required, 703-765-3645. 2997. and more from emerging women Living Bethlehem. 6-8 p.m. at Craft Sale. 9 a.m.-noon at Heritage artists. Free. 703-838-5030. Holiday Performance. Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Presbyterian Church, 8503 Fort Hunt 2:30 p.m. at 1301 Collingwood Road. Includes Road. Proceeds benefit the women’s the George Washington Masonic live animals, people and more. Free. outreach programs. 703-360-9546. Memorial, 101 Callahan DRive. The Washington Metropolitan Visit www.aldersgate.net for more. Philharmonic (WMP) will present SUNDAY/DEC. 7 holiday music. General admission tickets are $20. Students 18 and TUESDAY/DEC. 9 Gardener’s Open House. Noon-4 under are free. Purchase at the door Music Performance. 7:30 p.m. at p.m. at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 or online at www.wmpa.us. Episcopal High School, 1200 N. Green Spring Road. Enjoy live music, Holiday Tea at Woodlawn. Enjoy a Quaker Lane. The National Chamber refreshments and view holiday special blend of tea and period Players are performing. Free. Visit decorations while you make your confections while learning about tea www.episcopalhighschool.org or own holiday designs. Free. customs of the early 19th century 703-933-4135. Noel. 4 p.m. at Schlesinger Concert Hall and then take a tour of the house. Music Performance. 7:30 p.m. at and Arts Center, 3001 N. Beauregard Noon and 2 p.m. $25/tea or $30/ Episcopal High School, 3900 W. St. Performance by the New including tour. Reservations Braddock Road. The National Dominion Chorale and Orchestra. required. Private teas available for Chamber Players will perform $25/adult; $20/senior; $5/student, groups. Visit selections of Bach. 703-933-4135. child. Visit www.newdominion.org or www.woodlawn1805.org or call 703- Snowfest. 10:15 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. at 703-442-9404. 780-4000 ext. 27. John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Advent Carols and Lessons. 8:30 Holiday Music. 4 p.m. at Schlesinger Hill Drive. Children ages 2-3 can a.m. or 11 a.m. at The Old Concert Hall and Arts Center, 3001 enjoy stories and activities. Free. Presbyterian Meeting House, 323 S. N. Beauregard St. New Dominion Registration required, 703-971-0010. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 ❖ 27 28 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Plastic Bags Ban To Face Obstacles in Richmond From Page 1 Eyck, director of government relations for permission for such a prohibition Safeway. “Studies consistently show that before the City Council could take ac- paper bags have a larger environmental tion on the plan. But a similar effort footprint than plastic bags.” in the Isle of Wight was rejected in Richmond earlier this year, and a PLASTIC BAGS are made from petroleum similar attempt by Alexandria could or natural gas with similar environmental meet the same fate. Photo by impacts of harvesting fossil fuels, and they “It’ll be tough,” admitted Bernie are one of the most ubiquitous consumer Caton, the city’s legislative director. items on the planet. According to one re-

“There’s a lot of resistance by certain Michael Lee Pope cent study by a group known as “Toxics members of the General Assembly to in Packaging Clearinghouse,” the inks give localities and colorants used on some bags contain greater author- toxic levels of lead. Other groups, such “Studies ity.” as the California-based Earth Resource consistently Under newly Foundation have created a “Campaign created Republi- /Gazette Packet Against the Plastic Plague” to discourage can rules, mem- their use. show that bers of the “Less than 5 percent of plastic bags are paper bags House of Del- recycled while 52 percent of paper prod- egates are lim- ucts are recycled, so we really need to have a larger ited to introduc- compare apples to apples,” said Stephanie ing 15 bills each Barger, founder of Earth Resource Foun- environmental this year, so A spokesman for Safeway said the grocer will oppose efforts to ban dation. “We would prefer a stiff fee for the Alexandria’s plastic bags, which most customers prefer over paper bags. bags rather than an outright ban.” footprint than three delegates State Sen. Patsy Ticer (D-30) said she is are carefully give localities the authority to do so are will your carbon footprint be then?” considering introducing legislation similar plastic bags.” weighting their certain to face stiff opposition from retail- The plastic bags are most prevalent in to the language adopted by the City Coun- — Gregory Ten own priorities ers and their allies in the General Assem- grocery stores, where customers are now cil in its legislative packet that would grant Eyck, lobbyist for against the bly. According to the Virginia Retail Mer- given a choice of using paper, plastic or a jurisdictions the authority to create local Safeway. needs of the lo- chants Association, paper bags will last just reusable bag purchased at the store or bans — a move that some retailers say cal jurisdictions as long as plastic bags in a modern landfill brought from home. Although some grocers would add to the environmental footprint they serve. Del. because of the lack of water, light and oxy- such as Whole Foods have banned plastic by needlessly complicating shipping routes Adam Ebbin (D-49) said that he is gen required for the degradation process. bags, others such as Safeway say their cus- of bags to various localities. Ticer said she considering introducing a bill that And association officials say that adding a tomers overwhelmingly choose plastic bags agreed with Lovain that the use of plastic would add a fee of up to 5 cents per per-bag fee for the Chesapeake Bay Fund over paper or reusable. Many grocers chal- bags should be curtailed or eliminated, al- bag that could fund environmental or any other cause would create additional lenge the notion that paper bags are more though she was skeptical about the poten- causes such as the Chesapeake Bay layers of bureaucracy for businesses that are environmentally friendly than plastic, cit- tial for success with Republicans maintain- Fund. already struggling with the current eco- ing research from the American Chemistry ing control over the House. “The fee would give consumers the nomic environment. Council showing that plastic bags require “They are bad for the environment, and choice to pay a fee or bring their own “It would be yet another record-keeping less energy to produce, transport and re- that’s just all there is to it,” said Ticer, who reusable bags,” said Ebbin. “We need issue where we would have to track, segre- cycle. is the chairwoman of the Agriculture, Con- to get people into a different mindset gate and collect the money,” said Tom Zapf, “Prohibiting these bags or adding a fee servation and Natural Resources Commit- about the use of plastic bags.” chairman of the Virginia Retail Merchants would increase the cost of doing business tee. “Ireland banned them long ago, and Association. “If you have to drive back home substantially and would end up being a hid- I’d certainly like to see us minimize their EFFORTS TO BAN plastic bags or because you forgot your reusable bag, what den tax on consumers,” said Gregory Ten use as much as we can.” Eight Democrats Seek Six Council Slots Suspicious From Page 5 issue of creating a Metro station at Potomac 4 p.m.; and Del Pepper at the American Le- Yard, and I’m enormously proud of that.” gion Hall on Jan. 25 at 3:30 p.m. Council beat out four other candidates for the candidate Kerry Donley said he is planning Death Democratic nomination for council — in- THE NEXT FEW weeks will see a flurry of an event at Food Matters, although a date cluding Walker, who placed third in that campaign kickoff events across the city: Rob and time has yet to be scheduled. From Page 1 race. Now Wilson and Walker are both can- Krupicka at the Majestic Cafe on Dec. 13 at “Without even knowing the outcome of Hildebrandt. “She was already dead didates again, reprising many of the themes 3 p.m.; Justin Wilson at Fireflies on Dec. 14 the caucus, I am extremely confident that when the officers arrived.” from the previous campaign. at 4:30 p.m.; Tim Lovain at Tempo on Jan. the Democrats will win all the seats on the Police described the woman as a 24- “I feel so strongly about historic preser- 10 at noon; Ludwig Gaines at Generous City Council this May,” said Susan Kellom, year-old female although they have vation that I sued the city over a develop- George’s on Jan. 10 at 3 p.m.; Paul Smedberg chairwoman of the Alexandria Democratic not yet released her name pending no- ment on Upper King Street,” said Walker, at Rustico or Del Merei Grille (he hasn’t de- Committee. “We have the talent, the lead- tification of her family. An autopsy was referencing a lawsuit that was settled in cided which yet) on Jan. 11 at 12:30 p.m.; ership and know–how, especially in the face expected to be conducted Wednesday favor of a $75,000 contribution to Gadsby’s Boyd Walker at 1307 King St. on Jan. 11 at of the current budget crisis.” to determine the cause of death. Tavern. “Considering the outcome, I think “At this point, we are all waiting to that was a successful fight.” see the results of the autopsy,” said “In the short time I’ve been on the council “It’s certainly a tough climate for Republicans. But I Commonwealth’s Attorney S. I’ve been a leader in helping to adopt the Randolph Sengel Wednesday morn- budget guidance, and that’s an area where think a consensus has been developing that the City ing. “My understanding is that her we are going to be focusing most of our ef- relatives don’t live in Alexandria, so forts over the next few years,” said Wilson, Council is plagued by groupthink, and that it would notifying the next of kin might take who was elected after former Vice Mayor some time.” Andrew Macdonald resigned last year. “Rob benefit from a diversity of opinion.” — Michael Lee Pope Krupicka and I played a role in reviving the — Chris Marston, chairman, Alexandria City Republican Committee www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 ❖ 29 Neighborhoods Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices

Virginia on the following applications: CASE BAR2008-0229 Request for approval of alterations at 610 S. CASE BAR2008-0137 Pitt Request for approval of alterations and signage St, zoned RM Residential. at 612 N. St. Asaph St, zoned CRMU-X. APPLICANT: Susan Kerr APPLICANT: Jeffrey Taylor, AIA for Trader Joes. CASE BAR2008-0230 Request for approval of demolition/encapsula- CASE BAR2008-0168 tion at 505 Cameron St, zoned Request for approval of alterations at 408 N. RM Residential. Union St, zoned RM Residential. APPLICANT: Richard Klingen Maier APPLICANT: Elizabeth Reno & Roy Wuchitech CASE BAR2008-0231 Alexandria Board of Architectural Review Request for approval of addition/alterations at Old & Historic Alexandria District CASE BAR2008-0227 505 Cameron St, zoned RM Residential. Request for approval of signage at 719 King St, APPLICANT: Richard Klingen Maier LEGAL NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING zoned KR King Street Retail. CASE BAR2008-0232 ======APPLICANT: JT BIZ LLC for Tarek Moukalled Request for approval of signage at 109 S. ======Alfred A public hearing will be held by the Alexandria CASE BAR2008-0228 St, zoned CD Commercial. Board of Architectural Review on Request for approval of signage at 715 King St, APPLICANT: Fitness On The Run WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2008 begin- zoned KR King Street Retail. ning at 7:30 PM in Council Chambers, second APPLICANT: John Jarecki for Kyriacoli Proper- CASE BAR2008-0233 floor of City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria, ties LLC Request for approval of alterations at 411 King St, zoned KR King Street Retail. APPLICANT: The Pyne Company

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE CASE BAR2008-0234 Request for approval of alterations at 1314 Photos Contributed ALEXANDRIA TRANSIT COMPANY King St, zoned KR King Street Retail. A Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, December 10, 2008, at 5:30 P. M., in the 2nd Floor APPLICANT: Ray Lewis & Associates for The Turkey Bowl at Lee Street Park Council WorkRoom of City Hall to address the City of Alexandria’s 2009 spending reduction Marie Potier requirement. The annual Lee Street Park Turkey Bowl got into play at The proposed change under consideration follows: CASE BAR2008-0235 Request for approval of alterations & signage at 11 a.m. on Thanksgiving. Charlie Habilston, Caroline 1. An increase in the DASH Off-Peak and Weekend fares from $1.00 to $1.25. The rail- 134 N. Royal St, zoned CD Habilston, Chazzo Habilston, Bennet Habilston, Skipper to-bus transfer is proposed to increase to 0.75¢ and the price of the monthly DASH Pass is pro- Commercial. posed to remain at $30.00. APPLICANT: City of Alexandria and David Calvert, Sam Garcia, David and Alex Cheek, Tyler Boyd, Alex Castellanos begin the game on the upper Information about the above item(s) may be ob- If approved, the change is effective January 4, 2009. tained from the Department of field. Planning and Zoning, City Hall, 301 King Street, Room 2100, Alexandria, Virginia 22314, telephone: (703) 838-4666

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW

ALEXANDRIA PLANNING DEPARTMENT

REQUEST FOR CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP AND/OR MINOR AMENDMENT

The applicants listed below have requested a special use permit for a change of ownership. The Director of Planning and Zoning may ap- prove the permits unless a request that the ap- plication be forwarded to City Council is re- ceived by December 18, 2008.

For information about this application, call 703- 838-4666 or write to the Alexandria Department of Planning and Zoning, Room 2100, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

SPECIAL USE PERMIT # 2008-0087 Dennis and Motty Bradshaw, Mitch, Leah and Emily Willey. ADDRESS: 211 N. Patrick Street

Request for change ownership of a medical office North Ridge Applicant: Patrick Street Associates, LLC North Ridge denizens who are The very best trees go fast, so be getting ready for the holidays warned, many neighbors plan to should mark their calendars now show up early Saturday to get the for two traditional neighborhood best selection. events: the North Ridge Citizens’ The Christmas caroling and tree Association Christmas tree sale lighting ceremony is scheduled for and the caroling and tree lighting Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 7:30 at ceremony. In addition, the next Beverley Park (better known as meeting of the NRCA will be held “The Pit”) at the corner of North this coming Monday (Dec. 8) at Overlook and South Overlook. The 7:30. family event will feature carol Cornelia Fugate The Christmas tree sale will be singing, a visit by the “Man-in- held at the Beverley Hills Method- Red,” and a NRCA “citizen-of-the- Age 88, on November 25, 2008 in Alexandria, VA. She was preceded in death by her hus- ist Church (“BHUMC”) on Satur- year” honoree who will light the band Wilbur L. Fugate and brother Edward Al- day, Dec. 6 from 7 to 5 and Sun- tree. Donuts and hot cider will be friend. She is survived by her daughter Lynn Davies Holbein (Bruce); grandchildren Kate, day, Dec. 7 from 9 to 4. Tree vari- served. Remember to bring flash- Christopher and Andrew; great-granddaughter Lila; step-children William, Richard, Barbara eties will include Douglas and lights. and Elizabeth Fugate, step-grandchildren Fraser Fir and Colorado Blue The NRCA monthly meeting will Jesse, Paul, and Ryan; sister Kate Alfriend; nieces Bliss Miga and Connie Peterson. She Spruce. Most trees are grown and be held in the common room of also leaves her dear friend Jane Boucher Braun and her family. A memorial service will freshly cut by our supplier in West the BHUMC. Our featured speaker be held on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 3 Virginia and are trucked in Friday will be our neighbor and Council- p.m. at Goodwin House, 4800 Fillmore Ave., Alexandria, VA 22304. In lieu of flowers, me- night. The church is one block up man, Tim Lovain. Hope to see you morial contributions may be made to Capital Hospice. the hill from the corner of Old there. Dominion and West Glebe Road. — Russ Bailey 30 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Business Support Not So Black Friday From Page 1 season progresses,” Healy said. Official Drop-Off Point One retailer that found the holi- day shopping spirit alive and well Tues., December 9, 3-5 PM was The Christmas Attic on South Union Street in Old Town. “We Santa Visits Kenwood were very happy with our sales Join Kenwood students in welcoming throughout the weekend. We had Santa and Mrs. Claus. Bring a new, a steady flow of shoppers both Fri- day and Saturday,” said Betsy unwrapped toy to donate to Toys for Huser. Tots and join the fun! Kate Schlabach, owner, Why Not, the childrens’ books, toys, and Fri., December 12, 7-10 AM clothing store at 200 King St., gave Breakfast to Go Party the Black Friday weekend an “all right” rating. Again she blamed a Bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate poor Sunday showing on the and enjoy hot coffee and doughnuts weather. as a “thank you” for your support. Cathy Bradford at Kings Jewelry agreed with Winer that the Black Our Toys for Tots drive continues Friday weekend is not a big sales through December 15th. Please drop period for them. “Our shoppers any new, unwrapped toys at Kenwood usually wait until about 10 days or Grasshopper Green Schools. Bring before Christmas to make their the kids to visit Santa on the 9th and purchases. They seem to get their Sheila Cianciolo trims a breakfast on the 12th. mall shopping done first,” she said. tree in the Blossom Shop at “We had a lot of traffic over the the Hollin Hall Shopping weekend. But, they come in and Center. visit and see what’s available be- KENWOOD SCHOOL fore they buy. We have regular cus- Virginia Florist, also a combination Educational Excellence at an Affordable Price tomers that shop with us every floral/gift shop in Belle View Shop- 4955 Sunset Lane, Annandale, VA year close to Christmas,” Bradford ping Center, Black Friday weekend 703-256-4711 • www.kenwoodschool.com said. was only worth an “OK.” But, again most of his holiday business THE SAME ASSESSMENTS ap- occurs closer to Christmas. plied to the shops in both Belle “This is particularly true of the View and Hollin Hall shopping floral part of the business. So far centers. “Sales were OK this past the decorating part of the business weekend but has stayed they seemed a solid,” he said. bit lower than “We never consider Green always the same time offers a wide last year,” said Black Friday to be a range of very Patty Cover, unusual gift manager, The big shopping day.” possibilities Gift Store in — Adam Winer, owner/ such as book- Hollin Hall manager, Artcraft ends of the Lin- Shopping Cen- coln Memorial ter. marking the 200th anniversary of Next door, Dorothy Trimber, Abraham Lincoln’s birth in 2009 owner, The Blossom Shop, a com- and a five-foot Santa for decorat- bination florist and gift shop, also ing. It is these types of items that gave the weekend an “OK” grade. shoppers did not claim this past “It was probably better than I ex- weekend as they have in past pected. I was expecting very low years. numbers due to the economy,” she The Shops at Mount Vernon had said. a “great Friday and Saturday” but Trimber also has established a “Sunday was a disaster,” accord- clientele for whom she does both ing to Julia A. Mosley, director in-home and business decorating of retail, Mount Vernon Estate & which has been steadily growing Gardens. The weather Sunday over the past several years. “I caused a double problem at didn’t get any new clients this year Mount Vernon. It not only im- for decorating. People are just not pacted sales at The Shops but spending as much decorating their also hurt the Estate’s Candlelight homes,” Trimber said Tour that brings visitors to The “People seem to be looking for Shops. nice gifts but not ones that are over “People are being careful this the top in price. One interesting year. They seem to be buying fact was that we sold all but three more items for their homes. A big of our Nativity Scene sets. Maybe item for us was our three dimen- they’re returning to more of the sional Advent Calendar. It is some- basics,” Trimber speculated. thing they can keep and enjoy year For Kevin Green, owner of the after year,” Mosley said. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 ❖ 31 32 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News

Michael Conner, right, receives his Recogni- tion Award for his 17 years of service to the State Building Code Technical Review Board from Vernon Hodge, Secretary to the State Board.

Conner Recognized for State Board Service ormer Alexandria Fire Marshal and Deputy sive Virginia governors, has held the chairmanship FFire Chief Michael Conner was recently rec since January 2000. His tenure is the longest in the ognized by the Virginia State Board of Hous- board’s history. The board is responsible for hearing ing and Community Development for his 17 years of all appeals under the Building Code, Fire Code, Prop- service on the State Building Code Technical Review erty Maintenance Code, and Amusement Device Code Board. throughout the Commonwealth. Conner acknowl- He was first appointed to the Review Board by edged that he was “honored and proud” to have former Gov. Douglas Wilder in September 1991. served as the representative of the Virginia Fire Conner, who served on the board under five succes- Chief’s Association. People Notes

The following Alexandria residents Patricia Casey Clay, daughter of Ashley E. Hoath, of Alexandria, graduated from Central Michigan Uni- Frank and Ann Clay of Alexandria, was was selected to be a peer assisted study versity in May of 2008: Wilease selected to participate in the Westover sessions leader at Lynchburg College. Buggs, Adam Dimke and Joshua Honors program at Lynchburg College. Hoath is a junior exercise physiology Mooya. They all earned Masters of Sci- Clay is a senior communications studies major at the college. ence in Administration degrees. major at Lynchburg College.

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Address ...... BR FB HB . Postal City .. Sold Price .. Type ...... Lot AC ...... Subdivision 632 KINGS CLOISTER CIR ...... 5 ... 4 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA .. $1,625,000 ... Detached ...... 0.20 ...... KINGS CLOISTER 1220 PEGRAM ST N ...... 5 ... 5 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA .. $1,310,000 ... Detached ...... 0.48 ...... SEMINARY HEIGHTS 411 ALEXANDRIA AVE...... 5 ... 4 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA .. $1,050,000 ... Detached ...... 0.14 ...... DEL RAY 1609 WALLESTON CT ...... 4 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $925,000 ... Detached ...... 0.23 ...... WALLESTON 1738 POTOMAC GREENS ...... 3 ... 3 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $900,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.07 ...... POTOMAC GREENS 702 ARCH HALL LN ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $860,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.04 ...... OLD TOWN GREENS 418 PITT ST N ...... 3 ... 3 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $850,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.03 ...... BULFINCH SQUARE 512 HILLTOP TER ...... 4 ... 4 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $815,000 ... Detached ...... 0.13 .. GEORGE WASHINGTON PARK 302 SKYHILL RD ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $790,097 ... Detached ...... 0.30 ...... CLOVER 400 PENDLETON ST ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $775,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.02 ...... CHATHAM SQUARE 211 UHLER AVE E ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $774,500 ... Detached ...... 0.14 ...... DEL RAY 415 COOK ST ...... 3 ... 3 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $764,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.02 ...... CHATHAM SQUARE 116 WEST ST N ...... 2 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $750,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.05 ...... OLD TOWN 5160 CALIFORNIA LN...... 3 ... 2 ... 2 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $750,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.05 ...... CAMERON STATION 314 LEE ST S ...... 2 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $739,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.04 ...... OLD TOWN 1174 N PITT ST ...... 3 ... 4 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $738,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.02 ...... CANAL WAY 418 FAYETTE ST S ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $730,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.02 ...... OLD TOWN VILLAGE 917 BEVERLEY DR ...... 3 ... 3 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $725,000 ... Detached ...... 0.18 ...... BEVERLEY HILLS 2506 COMMONWEALTH AVE ...... 4 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $710,000 ... Detached ...... 0.12 ...... MOUNT IDA 226 COLUMBUS ST N ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $695,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.03 ...... OLD TOWN 731 PITT ST ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $650,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.04 ...... YATES GARDENS 2 PHOENIX MILL PL ...... 4 ... 4 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $646,900 ... Townhouse .... 0.08 ...... BATTERY HEIGHTS 412 SKYHILL RD ...... 3 ... 3 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $635,000 ... Detached ...... 0.21 ...... CLOVER 910 SLATERS LN NE #12 ...... 4 ... 4 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $615,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.07 ...... OLD TOWN COURT 5651 FILLMORE AVE ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $610,000 ... Detached ...... 0.33 ...... DOWDEN TERRACE 4639 KEARNEY CT ...... 3 ... 2 ... 2 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $605,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.04 ...... STONEGATE 635 FIRST ST #402 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $600,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... LIBERTY ROW 425 GIBBON ST ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $587,500 ... Semi-Detached0.02 ...... OLD TOWN 408 NELSON AVE E ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $570,000 ... Detached ...... 0.18 ...... DEL RAY 1110 PRINCE ST ...... 3 ... 1 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $550,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.03 ...... OLD TOWN 541 SAINT ASAPH ST S ...... 2 ... 1 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $545,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.02 ...... TANNERY YARD 532 TOBACCO QUAY ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $540,550 ... Townhouse .... 0.02 ...... TOBACCO KEY 312 BELLEFONTE AVE E ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $540,000 ... Detached ...... 0.20 ...... DEL RAY 904 PEELE PL ...... 4 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $535,000 ... Detached ...... 0.25 . BROOKVILLE/SEMINARY VALLEY 22 WEST WYATT ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $532,000 ... Other ...... 0.17 ...... ROSECREST 5128 HERITAGE LN ...... 3 ... 2 ... 2 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $531,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.04 ...... SEMINARY PARK 510 TRIADELPHIA WAY ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $530,000 ... Townhouse ...... BEAUREGARD STATION 328 ALFRED ST S ...... 2 ... 1 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $527,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.03 ...... BURGESS SQUARE 520 JOHN CARLYLE ST #242...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $499,900 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... OLD TOWN 330 MASON AVE ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $499,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.10 ...... BRADDOCK 1117 POWHATAN ST ...... 3 ... 1 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $499,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.05 ...... MT VERNON CONST CO 800 ST ASAPH ST S #204 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $495,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... ST ASAPH SQUARE 1228 MICHIGAN CT ...... 2 ... 1 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $460,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.02 ...... NETHERGATE 309 CAMERON STATION BLVD .... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $453,000 ... Townhouse ...... CAMERON STATION 300 PARK RD ...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $445,000 ... Detached ...... 0.06 .. GEORGE WASHINGTON PARK 444 STANTON PL ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $445,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.04 ...... EDSALL RD T/H 800 ST ASAPH ST S #214 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $440,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... ST ASAPH SQUARE 209 YALE DR ...... 3 ... 2 ... 2 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $435,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.03 ...... QUAKER HILL 110 GLEBE RD E ...... 3 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $435,000 ... Detached ...... 0.16 ...... WILMAR PARK 123 WALNUT ST ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $435,000 ... Detached ...... 0.10 ...... ROSEMONT PARK 421 PAYNE ST ...... 3 ... 1 ... 2 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $430,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.05 ...... ALEXANDRIA 301 PICKETT ST S #6 ...... 3 ... 2 ... 2 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $425,000 ... Townhouse ...... TOWNES OF HILLWOOD 322 LANGLEY ST ...... 4 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $421,000 ... Detached ...... 0.22 ...... SEMINARY VALLEY 102 CAMERON PARKE CT ...... 2 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $420,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.03 . TOWNES AT CAMERON PARKE 914 FRANKLIN ST ...... 2 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $419,900 ... Townhouse .... 0.03 ...... OLD TOWN Warmer Beach Waters Worth the Drive 60 ROSEMONT AVE ...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $404,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.04 ...... ROSEMONT 4 ALEXANDRIA AVE W ...... 2 ... 1 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $400,000 ... Semi-Detached0.07 ...... DEL RAY Explore golf passion at more than 100 courses 2933 HICKORY ST ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $400,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.04 ...... WARWICK VILLAGE 191 SOMERVELLE ST #105 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $395,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... CAMERON STATION 3805 USHER CT ...... 2 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $382,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.03 ...... SOCIETY HILL 1913 KENWOOD AVE #1913 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $380,000 ... Townhouse ...... KINGSGATE 422 EARL ST ...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $379,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.03 ...... BAGGETT TRACT 402 RAYMOND AVE E #A ...... 2 ... 3 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $357,000 ... Duplex ...... 0.06 ...... DEL RAY 1023 ROYAL ST N #204 ...... 1 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $350,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... ABINGDON ROW 249 PICKETT ST S #402 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $335,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... HILLWOOD 1556 MOUNT EAGLE PL #961 ..... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $334,000 ... Townhouse ...... PARKFAIRFAX 4912 29TH RD S #3322 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ARLINGTON ..... $327,500 ... Townhouse ...... FAIRLINGTON VILLAGE 27 GARDEN DR ...... 3 ... 1 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $320,000 ... Duplex ...... 0.09 ...... DUKE GARDENS 125 WESMOND DR...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $320,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.03 ...... LYNHAVEN/DEL RAY 820 WASHINGTON ST S #329 ..... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $318,500 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... BEARINGS SOUTH 520 JOHN CARLYLE ST #420...... 0 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $309,900 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... OLD TOWN 1608 RIPON PL ...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $305,000 ... Townhouse ...... PARKFAIRFAX 171 SOMERVELLE ST #101 ...... 2 ... 1 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $290,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... CAMERON STATION 244 REYNOLDS ST S #301 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $288,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... REYNOLDS PROSPECT 3919 VERMONT AVE ...... 3 ... 1 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $285,000 ... Duplex ...... 0.07 ...... CAMERON 1100 QUAKER HILL DR #121 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $279,900 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... QUAKER HILL 3254 MARTHA CUSTIS DR#227 .. 1 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $277,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... PARKFAIRFAX Drive couple hours south of Outer Banks and discover ocean breezes and 3596 MARTHA CUSTIS DR#3596 .. 1 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $269,900 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... PARKFAIRFAX soothing golf for months longer at quiet, quaint Sunset Beach, NC, located 502 BASHFORD LN #3213 ...... 1 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $269,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... RIVERTON 25 EARLY ST ...... 3 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $245,532 ... Detached ...... 0.23 ...... DELTA just across the state line and 30 minute drive time from airport in busy 205 YOAKUM PKWY #214 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $241,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... WATERGATE AT LANDMARK Myrtle Beach, SC. Furnished 3 or 4 bdrm, 2 bath, $525,000. Newly remod- 4850 EISENHOWER AVE #324 .... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $240,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... EXCHANGE AT VAN DORN eled, bright and airy single family, beach island home on a secluded area 307 YOAKUM PKWY #819 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $239,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... WATERGATE AT LANDMARK 75 SOUTH REYNOLDS ST S#G 209 . 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $235,000 ... Mid-Rise 5-8 Floors ...... EOS TWENTY-ONE of the island surrounded by views of the canal, marsh and ocean inlet. Sit 6301 STEVENSON AVE #902 ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $235,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... OLYMPUS on one of the newly built front porches (1 screened) and capture a gor- 4113 USHER AVE ...... 3 ... 1 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $225,000 ... Duplex ...... 0.09 ...... DUKE GARDENS geous sunrise with your morning coffee or unwind with friends in the eve- 4850 EISENHOWER AVE #319 .... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $220,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... EXCHANGE AT VAN DORN ning on the back deck and experience stunning sunset views. 205 YOAKUM PKWY #1418 ...... 1 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $210,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... WATERGATE AT LANDMARK 16 VAN DORN ST #405 ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $205,900 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... TWENTY-ONE 1417 ABINGDON DR E #E 1 ...... 1 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $205,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... HARBOR TERRACE 5500 HOLMES RUN PKWY #802 . 1 ... 1 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $201,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... PLACE ONE 205 YOAKUM PKWY #718 ...... 1 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $200,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... WATERGATE AT LANDMARK 4600 DUKE ST #1432 ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $200,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... FORTY SIX HUNDRED 307 YOAKUM PKWY #1604 ...... 1 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $195,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... WATERGATE AT LANDMARK 151 DALE ST ...... 3 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $170,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.03 ...... HUME SPRINGS 37 CANTERBURY SQ #101 ...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $162,900 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... CANTERBURY SQUARE 5911 EDSALL RD #1006 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $155,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... HIGHPOINTE 4600 DUKE ST #1321 ...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $150,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... FORTY SIX HUNDRED 6300 STEVENSON AVE #301 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $149,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... SENTINEL OF LANDMARK 3220 28TH ST S #203 ...... 1 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $133,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... BOLLING BROOK Whether looking for an investment property with excellent 6300 STEVENSON AVE #304 ...... 2 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $133,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors ...... SENTINEL OF LANDMARK rental history, a vacation home on an unique island, 420 ARMISTEAD ST N #304 ...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $125,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... MAYFLOWER SQUARE or a little bit of both, this is the house for you. 4600 DUKE ST #800 ...... 1 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $120,000 ... Hi-Rise 9+ Floors0.00 ...... FORTY SIX HUNDRED Copyright 2008 Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. Call Carly or David, 336-282-1870 For more information on MRIS, visit www.mris.com. To search for a home online, visit www.HomesDatabase.com.

36 ❖ Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Home Sales Tired of that old color 10/28/08 ~ 10/31/08 dated bathroom? Don’t replace... REFINISHREFINISH Address ...... BR FB HB . Postal City .. Sold Price .. Type ...... Lot AC ...... Subdivision Bathtubs, Showers, See our work at 1 WASHINGTON CIR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA .. $1,050,000 ... Detached ...... 0.11 ...... BEVERLY HILLS 4923 DONOVAN DR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $829,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.05 ...... CAMERON STATION ❆ Sinks, Tile, www.miraclemethod.com 4347 LOYOLA AVE ...... 5 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $825,000 ... Detached ...... 0.22 ...... KINGS HUNDRED Countertops 902 CHALFONTE DR ...... 4 ... 3 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $820,013 ... Detached ...... 0.15 ...... BEVERLY HILLS 3622 TUPELO PL ...... 5 ... 4 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $750,000 ... Detached ...... 0.28 ...... FT WILLIAMS PARK 1609B POTOMAC GREENS DR#84 .. 3 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $540,000 ... Townhouse ...... OLD TOWN GREENS 115 LEE ST N #BH-302 ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $540,000 ... Garden 1-4 Floors ...... TORPEDO FACTORY 2417 CENTRAL AVE ...... 3 ... 1 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $522,000 ... Detached ...... 0.14 ...... BRADDOCK HEIGHTS 812 ALBANY AVE ...... 3 ... 2 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $515,000 ... Detached ...... 0.20 ...... PARK RIDGE SINCE 1976 • FREE ESTIMATES 136 CAMERON STATION BLVD .... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $510,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.02 ...... CAMERON STATION 1284 QUAKER HILL DR ...... 3 ... 2 ... 2 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $504,065 ... Townhouse .... 0.04 ...... QUAKER HILL 416 STANTON PL ...... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $480,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.04 ...... EDSALL RD T/H Contact your local office at 107 COMMONWEALTH AVE...... 2 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $455,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.05 ...... ROSEMONT 401 HUME AVE ...... 3 ... 1 ... 0 ... ALEXANDRIA ..... $435,000 ... 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A Call Photos by To Serve Michael Lee Pope From Page 1 One day Tommy got into trouble.

By the time the next mentoring ses- /Gazette Packet sion rolled along, Tommy lied to Mackey about what had happened, not knowing that an assistant princi- pal at Jefferson-Houston had already briefed him about the boy’s behavior. Mackey kept asking about the situa- tion until Tommy broke down in tears Mayor Bill Euille donned his ceremonial gold and explained medallion with the city’s seal during the fifth his motivation annual Unity Breakfast. “As a team, we for lying. “This John Taylor Chapman and Charniele Herring. all share in our means you successes and are going to which is always held the day before Thanks- value, a core value for many. Mayor Bill Euille called on ordinary citi- tutor another giving, was “service.” School Superinten- “It’s the cornerstone of every major reli- zens to take up the slack where government we all share in kid,” Tommy dent Morton Sherman delivered the keynote gion,” said Sherman. “And, in fact, the heart will be forced to cut back, calling upon the said. address, calling on those in attendance to of our democracy.” mutual aid of Alexandria residents to fill in our failures.” “It was at dig deep within themselves toward the ser- gaps of the social safety net created by the — Mayor Bill Euille that point I vice of others. As he has done on a number THE UNITY BREAKFAST was an oppor- world financial crisis. And he repeated the knew what a of other occasions, the superintendent used tunity for Alexandrians from various back- city’s charge to “Buy Alexandria” this holi- difference I a line from “Rocky 6” in which boxer Rocky grounds to come together and share their day season. was making,” Mackey told those in Balboa explained his determination to con- own stories of service while enjoying art- “As a team, we all share in our successes attendance at the Unity Breakfast. tinue fighting was because he had “some- work from second-grade students at and we all share in our failures,” said Euille. thing left in the basement.” Like Rocky, Jefferson-Houston and the jazzy strains of “If something goes wrong, don’t blame me. THE THEME of this year’s event, Sherman said, the drive to serve others is a the Al Williams Quartet. Blame us.”

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puts it, “Tierra won’t be our only option.” T.C. Williams girls The coach plans on emphasizing the same thinking state title up-tempo style that made the Titans so suc- cessful a year ago, which suggests points after last season’s will be aplenty. But that will be easier said than done since Hagen and the Titans will run was cut short. have to make due without some significant contributors from a year ago. Last season’s By Mark Giannotto starting point guard, Brittany Burts, and co- The Gazette Packet captain Aida Gueye graduated, meaning Hagen must find an adequate replacement he brace she wears on her to play second fiddle to Ruffin-Pratt. left shoulder serves as a Just remember back to what happened not-so-subtle reminder to last February to see how important a role T that could be. T.C. Williams star Tierra Ruffin-Pratt of just how much she missed at the end of last season. It’s a double-edged sword for any coach Photos by After leading the Titans to a 19-0 when they have a plethora of young, inex- Louise Krafft regular season, Ruffin-Pratt dislocated perienced players. They can either be pleas- The Gazette Packet her left shoulder in the third quarter antly surprising or youthfully bad going New T.C. Will- of the Patriot District Championship against older competition, and no matter iams girl’s game last February, the second-con- what, inconsistency should be expected. basketball secutive season a shoulder injury has That’s the conundrum facing Bishop coach derailed T.C. Williams’ all-time lead- Ireton girl’s basketball coach Mike Hutton Cavanaugh ing scorer. The Titans ended up win- entering his fifth season at the helm. He’s Hagen inherits ning the Patriot District title, but with- got a team with a good mix of height on a team that out the North Carolina-bound Ruffin- the interior and quickness on the perimeter, went 22-1 last Pratt, they fell prey to Robinson in the but little experience to speak of from last season and first round of the Northern Region year’s squad that finished 8-14. returns argu- tournament. Hutton does know he has senior center ably the area’s Joelle Baguilh to lean on. She best player in returns in a more expansive role senior Tierra “What’s different from last year this year after averaging five Ruffin-Pratt. points and four rebounds as a Here she is is that we have girls that can junior. The coach describes fresh- talking with her man point guard Bryana team during a help (Tierra) out offensively.” Robinson as the team’s wild card, recent practice. —T.C. Williams coach Cavanaugh Hagen someone who could be a “special player,” but also “take her lumps” That losing feeling has stuck all in her first season playing varsity. summer, ruining an otherwise success- “I think we have the makings of a team ful 22-1 season that included T.C. Wil- that’s going to surprise a lot of people,” said liams third-straight Patriot District Hutton. The Cardinals will play in the St. championship. Stephen’s/St. Agnes Tip Off Tournament “We got a lot to accomplish this sea- this weekend. Senior Tierra son,” said Ruffin-Pratt, now a senior, Ruffin-Pratt who averaged a jaw-dropping 26 For first-year Episcopal girl’s basketball returns after points, 15 rebounds, and seven assists coach Katie Scott, the beginning of the sea- averaging per game last season on her way to son is all about defining roles. The Maroon about 26 being named Patriot District and All- lost three seniors from last year and now points and 15 Met Player of the Year. must fill the void while transitioning to the rebounds per Although the star power remains the habits of a new coach. game last same for the Titans, there are some Scott expects senior Breanna Jones to lead season as a notable changes that stand in the way the team in scoring and rebounding this junior. A left of the T.C. Williams redemption tour. season, with help from three-point sharp- shoulder Coach Jim Lewis is gone, having taken shooter Kelly Wallace on the perimeter. The injury in the an assistant coaching job with the Maroon lost to Collegiate on Nov. 21 to open Patriot District WNBA’s Indiana Fever. In his place is the season and face Ireton on Dec. 3, after finals a year last year’s lead assistant and former the Gazette Packet’s press time. ago cut her T.C. Williams girl’s basketball standout season short. Cavanaugh Hagen. After a 14-12 record last season, the St. First and foremost in her mind is Stephen’s/St.Agnes girl’s basketball eliminating the notion that the Titans team brings back three starters from a year Area Teams at a Glance can’t win without Ruffin-Pratt. ago. The notable returnees are senior T.C. WILLIAMS Coach’s Take: “We have a balanced team that Coach: Cavanaugh Hagen, 1st year can be very competitive this year. We’ll be able to “What’s different from last year is Danielle Williams, junior Brianna Player to Watch: Tierra Ruffin-Pratt, senior play a lot of different styles.” that we have girls that can help Richardson, and sophomore Lauren Mizzell. Coach’s Take: “We’re just going to run, that’s [Tierra] out offensively, so she doesn’t The Saints opened their season with a 61- our bread and butter.” EPISCOPAL st feel like all the weight is on her to 60 loss to Holton Arms on Nov. 20. They Coach: Katie Scott, 1 year BISHOP IRETON Player to Watch: Breanna Jones, senior score her however many a game.” will participate in their own tournament Coach: Mike Hutton, 5th year Coach’s Take: “We’re trying to figure out our Or as senior guard Monica Fikes beginning Friday at 5 p.m. at SSSAS. Player to Watch: Joelle Baguilh, senior roles, but if we play hard, we’ll be in every game.” www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Alexandria Gazette Packet ❖ December 4-10, 2008 ❖ 39 Sports Briefs 703-917-6464 Alexandria Athletes Zone 3: • Alexandria Employment Zone 3 Ad Deadline: Honored • Mount Vernon Tuesday 4 p.m. Victor McKoy, 18, of Alexandria, re- MEDICAL BILLING/ COMPANIONS & ceived the Most Valuable Player award for CNA’s NEEDED SALES REP NEEDED the Randolph-Macon Academy varsity foot- FRONT DESK No Experience Needed ball team after leading the Jackets in rush- ALEX/ARL. P/T, 3-4 days. 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No www.youravon.com/sanderson5864 andria native who attends St. John’s Col- Must be able to multitask. Medics Elite lege High School in Washington, D.C. was knowledge preferable. Fax resume to: exp. required, will provide on the job training. Good pay, full benefits. D/L re- named honorable mention all-WCAC for her 703-971-8888 quired and CDL a plus. Call 800-248- play in field hockey this season. 8733, ext 4435 for more information. Internships Parker Gray Game Entry Level Marketing Rep $700-$900 weekly. Growing Inc 500 BEST CHILDCARE JOBS! Available The T.C. Williams High School Boys Var- company offering opportunity for ad- Unusual opportunity to learn sity Basketball Team home game on Dec.9 vancement and fun work environment. F/T, P/T, On-Call, Top Salaries will be the second annual Parker-Gray Me- No exp required, however, cust service No Fees, Must be 21, Legal & Drive many aspects of the newspa- morial Game, a tribute to the high school exp preferred. 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Not only did she work tirelessly over the years to help create this community, but she inspired many of us to join in her effort. For those of you who did not know Nancy, read this beautiful tribute written by her daughter, Elizabeth. For those of you who did, join me in remembering her contribution to Del Ray and Alexandria. —Jack Taylor, Alexandria Toyota

Nancy Dunning

The Best Mom In The World A Eulogy for Nancy Dunning written and read by her daughter, Liz A lot of people, I think, have moments when they imagine that they have the best mom in the world. I was lucky enough, however, to be absolutely certain – for a long time – that I actually did. My mom was my best friend. We talked just about every day. And, anyone who knows her, knows a couple of things about my mom, one of which was that she was more or less always right. When I was a teenager, that pissed me off sometimes. I mean, seriously, when you’re sixteen and supposed to be going through that phase where you know everything, it puts a crimp in it to live with someone who actually does. But, another thing that you must know if you met my mom was that she wasn’t smug about her omnipotence. Like any good superhero, my mom used her powers for good, not evil. To make other people – not just herself – feel good and be better. She taught my brother and I how to do that, too. I hope we were paying attention. I’m pretty sure we were. My mom also taught me just about everything I know about optimism and joy. Those were things at which she excelled. It started, when my brother and I were kids, with crazy names for things. I bet that you thought that playground on Old Dominion was just the Beverly Hills Co-op. Nope. It was the Super Deluxe Playground. And, back when the Mt. Vernon school playground was that log-thing which is probably now illegal in most states, a trip to the Super Deluxe Playground was an adventure indeed. Every day was an adventure. Whether we were sneaking food into movies when I was younger, or she was sing- ing hilariously bad opera while she made breakfast, my mom made clear that every day had something good in it, something to be happy about. Even if it was just that they’d just started selling Christmas Blend at Starbucks. These small events and details weren’t small – they were big. They warranted a phone call. So did a great song on the radio. So did anything that made her smile. These were great calls to receive. Random, sometimes, but great. I mean, who doesn’t want to know that she busted the person next to her at the last traffic light picking their nose in the car? Who didn’t want to hear her joyful voice, her laugh? She loved to laugh and there isn’t a better feeling than making my mom laugh. Because, if you really got her going – and there are lots of ways to do this – she’d just get to that level where she’s crying because she’s laughing so hard. That’s when you know that you’ve really won. Bonus points are given if you do that while one of you is driving. Her gift with joy, with optimism, gave her part of her gift with people. She had, what I jokingly called, her secret decoder ring. That was our short-hand – and there is always short-hand – for her ability to listen, really listen, to people when they talk. And, more than that, to understand what they’re really saying and, who they are and where they’re coming from. That’s why she wasn’t just people’s neighbor, or real estate agent, or neighborhood activist, or columnist, she was their friend. It didn’t take much to be my mom’s friend. She didn’t make you jump a lot of hoops. Or wear overalls and a baseball cap with the same aplomb that she did. (And thank god, because really? Who can pull off overalls and a baseball cap like my Mom? Nobody.) She wanted to learn more about people and know more people. So she lit people up when she talked to them. And, as a consequence, people mostly did what my Mom wanted them to do, or what she asked of them. Because her ideas were smart. They were filled with the energy and the joy that she carried with her all the time. And they reflected an understanding and awareness of the thoughts and values of everyone involved. So, if you did what she wanted you to do, you were also doing the right thing. But, mostly, she wasn’t a superhero – complete with secret decoder ring – to me. She was my Mom. She was better at that than anything else. She told my brother, and me, and my Dad that she loved us at the end of every phone conversation. That’s what our family does. And so, individually, knowing that the last words we said to each other were, “I love you,” helps. There wasn’t a day of my life – and there won’t be one – when I wasn’t sure that my mom loved me, that she believed in me, that she was proud of me. And with or without a secret decoder ring, a cape, or a phone booth to change in, it truly takes a superhero to, in this crazy messed up world, love people so well and so much. So perfectly. It takes all that to be what I have – the best mom in the world.

On December 5, 2003, Nancy Dunning was murdered in her home in Alexandria, VA. Nancy’s family, friends and co-workers have not forgotten her and celebrate her life daily. We will not give up and believe that the person who murdered her will be caught and prosecuted. A $100,000 reward available for the individual who comes forth with information leading to the arrest and conviction of this murderer. If you have any information, we urge you to please call the Alexandria Criminal Investigations Section at 703-838-4711 or e-mail them at http://alexandriava.gov/dunning.

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