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2 ❖ Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton Connection ❖ August 28 - September 3, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Lorton/Fairfax Station/Clifton Connection Editor Kemal Kurspahic News 703-778-9414 or [email protected] Lorton Boy Finds 10,000-year-old Arrowhead Noah Cordle and family were on vacation in Long Beach Island, N.J.

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orton resident Andrea Cordle’s family has Lbeen vacationing around Long Beach Is- land, N.J. since her mother was The 2.5-inch artifact was was identified as jasper by Greg a child — but they’ve never come Lattanzi of the New Jersey Archaeological Society. across something like this. While staying in Beach Haven, her 10- year-old son Noah was walking “I didn’t know if it was a shark tooth or into the Atlantic when “it just hit my foot,” he said. “Several times. an arrowhead, because I didn’t have my Because of the waves.” glasses on. It was one of the two.” Noah saw something black, shiny and pointed, like a mussel — Noah Cordle, 10, of Lorton shell, so he bent down and picked it up for a closer inspection. “I was used for — for hunt- had gone viral. didn’t know if it was a shark tooth ing mastodons and mam- “I’m even on AOL, and Facebook,” said or an arrowhead,” he said, “be- moths. He also said this is Noah. “It just went crazy, insane, through cause I didn’t have my glasses on. really hard to find; they’re the roof,” said Andrea. “USA Today, CNN…” It was one of the two.” really rare.” Though he likes the newfound fame — be- Andrea said they initially took So rare that Lattanzi’s ing on TV, in the newspaper — Noah can it to the local newspaper, The museum, the New Jersey do without the constant phone calls. But, Sandpaper out of Surf City. After State Museum in Trenton, he said, “I’ve gotten used to it.” getting turned away, they went only has about 20 of simi- Noah and his family are discussing do- to the Archaeological Society of Photos by Tim Peterson/The Connection lar “Paleoindian points” in nating the arrowhead to the Trenton mu- New Jersey. Andrea emailed Noah Cordle, 10, has gone viral after finding a its collection. seum, but are holding on to it for now. In president Greg Lattanzi a few Paleoindian arrowhead. The Cordles tried the the meantime, he’s getting ready to start photos of the two and a half-inch media again, this time fifth grade at Orange Hunt Elementary stone one night. “He got back to me within yellow-brown stone, and estimated its age reaching the Asbury Park Press, who hap- School and is eager to see his friends again. five minutes. He said ‘Oh my gosh, this is between 8,000 and 11,000 years old. “He pened to have a reporter in Long Beach Is- As for more treasure-hunting: “I want incredible.’” was telling us it’s black because it’s been land already. After their reporter Kelly-Jane to,” said Noah, “but only at the beach, Despite its shiny black exterior, Lattanzi buried under the sand for thousands of Cotter broke the story on Aug. 23, it began though. I don’t think I’m going to find any determined the item to be made of jasper, a years,” said Noah. “And he told us what it to gain traction and within a few days, Noah in my backyard.”

Students Bring Home Grant for Unified Prevention Coalition Eight members of the Unified Prevention Coalition (UPC) of Fairfax County’s Youth Council recently attended the 30th annual Youth Alcohol & Drug Abuse Prevention Project Leadership Conference. It was held at Longwood University, and the teens returned home with strategic plans for the coming school year, plus a $250 grant to carry out their ideas. Participating were (back row, from left) Sam Ahmed (Centreville HS), Omar Elhaj (Lake Braddock HS), and Mat- thew Bocharnikov (Oakton HS); and (front row, from left) Kristen Talman (Centreville HS), Sakira Coleman (South County HS), Anastasia Slepukhova (Lake Braddock HS), Jocelyn Escobar (Lake Braddock HS), Sandra Bocharnikov (UPC Youth Council coordina- tor), and Jasmine Gibson, Stone Bridge HS (formerly Herndon HS).

www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton Connection ❖ August 28 - September 3, 2014 ❖ 3 News Fall for the Book in September Local book festival Where and When with something for The 2014 Fall for the Book Festival will be held Sept. 11-18 at many Fairfax County locations. General information is at: www.fallforthebook.org/ everyone. Scheduling: http://fallforthebook.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/ FftBFestivalProgram2014.pdf By David Siegel Sponsors for the 2014 Fall for the Book are at: http://fallforthebook.org/ The Connection Photos contributed sponsors/ Note: Fall for the Book is debuting an app, the “FftB” app. The “FftB” app provides a guide to the festival . It is free; sponsored by the Fairfax our opportunity to be County Public Library. For more app information go to: http:// part of a literary cel- fallforthebook.org/2014/08/04/festival-launches-smartphone-app/ Yebration is about to arrive. The annual Fall for is “a rich, cross-pollinating festi- pecially wonderful because it has the Book Festival begins on Sept. val for everyone, authors included. something for everybody”. She 11. It is a week-long, multi-venue L.M. Elliott Barb Goffman I’ve always come away inspired will be talking about her mystery affair with free events at locations and with new ideas.” She will be short-story collection, “Don’t Get throughout Fairfax County, and discussing her “Across a War- Mad, Get Even.” It contains stories beyond. tossed Sea” the final novel in a both previously published and From some of America’s best- WWII trilogy and companion to new. Her story “The Lord Is My known writers, to emerging “Under a War-torn Sky”, the story Shamus,” won the Macavity Award names, the Festival showcases a of a downed pilot and the French last year for best short mystery range of authors, including from Resistance, which has been on story. Fairfax County. Of the Festival’s Fairfax County Public School’s Andrews will be moderating a 150 authors, Fairfax County au- summer reading lists. session. Her latest book is “The thors include Young Adult author Grove noted that “any event that Good, the Bad, and the Emus.” She L.M. Elliott (Great Falls), Historian focuses on the importance of the sees her work as “a humorous tra- Tim Grove (Fairfax), mystery writ- written word and the joy of read- ditional series” set in a small ficti- ers Kathryn O’Sullivan (Reston), ing is valuable.” And history tious Virginia location with its Barb Goffman (Herndon) and doesn’t have to be “boring”. He woman protagonist involved “in Donna Andrews (Reston) to name will discuss “A Grizzly in the Mail sleuthing when one of her friends a few. and Other Adventures in American or family members is in trouble.” For O’Sullivan, the book festival History.” Andrews will “usually look for a “brings people of all ages and Tim Grove Kathryn O’Sullivan It is a collection built upon his situation that can give rise to hu- backgrounds together who wish to many years as a public historian. mor and homicide.” celebrate the joy of reading and mystery writers panel discussing joys “ writing about fun, strong He is currently with the National Come on down to the Fall for the writing.” her latest book in the series “Mur- women.” Air and Space Museum. Book and find some additions for She will be participating on a der on the Hoof.” O’Sullivan en- According to Elliott, the festival To Goffman, the Festival “is es- your reading list.

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mum age of 12. Educational Leadership. The award recipients will be Farmers Market With four ride options (11 miles, 30 miles, 50 miles and honored at the Northern Virginia Leadership Awards 62 miles) the ride enjoys the fall temperatures and scen- luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2014 at Waterford at on Thursdays ery through the hills of Northern Virginia. All rides begin Fair Oaks. Each Thursday, from 3-7 p.m., the Fairfax County at the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia (8900 For a complete awards description, a link to the nomi- Government Center hosts a farmers market in its park- Little River Turnpike) in Fairfax, at 7:30 a.m. nation form, and information on the November lun- ing lot. The Government Center is at 12000 Govern- Registration begins at 7 a.m. All ride options are sup- cheon, visit the Leadership Fairfax website at ment Center Pkwy. in Fair Oaks, and the next markets ported with rest stops, SAG vehicle support, mechanical www.leadershipfairfax.org/NVLA or Click Here. Nomi- are slated for Aug. 28 and Sept. 4. support, merchant sponsorship and light refreshments. The nations are due by 4:00 pm on September 15, 2014. ride is hosted by the JCCNV and its sponsors. For registration information, visit www.active.com or email Del. Filler-Corn to Hold [email protected]. Call 703-323-0880 or visit Citizens Police Academy www.jccnv.org for details. People interested in law enforcement and who’d like August Office Hours to learn about the Fairfax County Police Department Del. Eileen Filler-Corn (D-41st District) - Burke, and meet many of those who serve in it may now do Fairfax, Fairfax Station, Springfield — will hold August Leadership Fairfax so. They may apply to join the Sept. 11-Nov. 15 session office hours at the newly opened Peets (8938 Burke of the Citizens Police Academy. It’s a free, 10-week pro- Lake Rd., Springfield) from 10 – 11:30 a.m. on Satur- Opens Nominations to gram put on by the Police Department and is open to day, Aug. 30. No appointment necessary. Please drop people who live or work in this county. by. Honor Community Leaders Participants complete some 40 hours of learning to Leadership Fairfax (LFI) has announced that nominations gain a better understanding of and appreciation for are open for the 18th annual Northern Virginia Leadership police via a combination of lectures, tours and hands- Cycle Fest Set for Sept. 14 Awards (NVLA), celebrating the leaders who make a dif- on activities. The community is invited to the 5th Annual North- ference in our community. Topics covered include the 911 Call Center, patrol, ern Virginia Cycle Fest ride on Sunday, Sept. 14. Cycle LFI invites the community to nominate an individual or traffic stops, Adult Detention Center, gangs, financial Fest benefits the Wounded Warrior Project and Wash- organization who exemplifies community-wide leadership, crimes and SWAT team. ington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA). The ride is vision, innovation, courage, and inspiration. To apply, go to http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/ open to all experienced riders who are comfortable Four awards are presented to recognize Trustee Leader- services/citizens-police-academy.htm or email riding on roads with traffic - with a suggested mini- ship; Non-Profit Leadership; Corporate Leadership; and [email protected].

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aleigh Riehl has been “playing up” her whole life. KWhen the lifelong Fairfax Station resident first joined the Braddock Road Youth Club (BRYC) soccer team at age 7, she played with 8-year-olds and had to wait until she reached that age to compete. “If you’re younger and you can play up, you play up,” said Riehl’s BRYC coach Larry Best. “We look at it according to skill level. It’s better for their development.” At just 17, the South County High (Left) South County senior Kaleigh Riehl competed in August with the U.S. Women’s U-20 team. School senior spent the first half of August training and competing was invited again and ended up making the throughout squad. A year later, she was brought up to Canada with play on the World Cup U-20 team — all “I’m the U.S. Kaleigh Riehl according to plan. women’s un- (left) plans to Best’s national track at BRYC is modeled speechless. It’s der-20 team graduate from after a recent call from U.S. Soccer to de- just such an in the FIFA South County velop more fundamentally sound and well- World Cup for early and begin rounded players. According to Best, Ameri- honor to wear that age attending Penn can women’s soccer had been an interna- group. She State University, tional force until about five years ago, when the crest, and was joined on where she will teams with better skill sets top to bottom the U-20s by also be on the started catching up. just go out fellow BRYC soccer team. “There’s four components to the game,” player Carlyn said Best, “technical skills, tactical, physi- there and play Baldwin of Photos courtesy cal and the mental. For so many years, U.S. Oakton, who Kaleigh Riehl soccer had that model upside down.” Now, for your recently be- he says, they’re looking for more well- gan playing at rounded, technique-minded players coming country.” the University out of programs that have adopted the new — South County of Tennessee, model. senior Kaleigh Riehl and 2013 became an assistant coach. Argentina national team player Lionel Messi “We play a certain style which allows the South County “She’s actually made it easy,” said Mark. (“He’s so creative — I don’t think anyone kids to become better players,” said Best. grad Andi Sullivan, now at Stanford. “Growing up, you see a lot of different com- in the men’s game is as good as he is.”). “We don’t put winning first.” They also The team lost in group play to even- binations of fathers and daughters in play- Mark and coach Best have been develop- emphasize hard work and top performance tual tournament champion Germany ing soccer. A lot of times it doesn’t work ing Kaleigh’s skills and directing her focus in the classroom. When deciding on a train- by a score of 2-0, then won its next very well. There’s a perception that there and determination for years, guiding her ing track, BRYC also does education coun- two matches, shutting out Brazil 1-0 are certain biases a father might have that preparation for the highest level of compe- seling to make sure each player’s academ- and China 3-0. They advanced to the coach would not. She’s always earned her tition. For her, the decision to go all-in was ics match their soccer performance. And tournament quarterfinals held in way on to the field — everyone can see it’s somewhat organic. “I kind of always knew,” ultimately, that they find a good fit for col- Toronto on August 16, when they lost deserved.” said Kaleigh. “I stopped [horseback] riding lege. to Korea after a 1-1 tie in regulation Like her dad, Kaleigh also plays defense. after sixth grade. I was like, I don’t have “Girls soccer has one of the highest trans- and 3-1 decision by penalties. Mark says friends like to joke about the enough time for it — just have to focus on fer rates,” said Best. “So many decisions that “I’m speechless,” Riehl said of the apple not falling far from the tree, but that soccer. That’s what I like the best.” are made at an early age.” “We reinforce experience. “It’s just such an honor to can be a good thing in this game. “We’re That focus had lofty, yet attainable goals. the fact that at any time soccer can go away wear the crest, and just go out there both very determined, very focused in how “Her objectives were always to get to the and education is really the most important and play for your country. Words can’t we play,” he said. “She’s more skilled than I national team level,” said Best. “We just put aspect,” said Mark. even describe it.” ever was.” a plan together. She got on her track and Kaleigh believes she’s found the right fit “I definitely look up to my dad,” Kaleigh kept getting better and better and better. at Penn State University, where she plans RIEHL BEGAN PLAYING SOCCER said. “Just his passion for the game. He’s People started really noticing.” to matriculate after graduating early from with a house league at age 5, follow- still playing, and I think that’s incredible. South County so she can get a head start ing in her older sister’s footsteps. Her He plays in with us at training. He just loves IN 2013, KALEIGH (then 16) received on training with the women’s soccer team. first coach was her father Mark, a four- it and I think that’s awesome.” Other soc- an invitation to the U-18 national team try- She’s looking to major in kinesthesiology, year starter at defender for the Uni- cer role models include decorated Olympian out camp. A last-minute concussion that and eventually pursue physical therapy. versity of Virginia. When Kaleigh and pro player Abby Wambach (“She’s an occurred in practice kept her from attend- “I just love to be around athletes,” she moved to BRYC, dad came along and incredible leader.”) and FC Barcelona and ing. A few months later, fully recovered, she said. “As a job I think that would be great.” 6 ❖ Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton Connection ❖ August 28 - September 3, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com from Chicago, Cabaret, Sweet Charity and more. Entertainment This performance is recommended for mature audiences due to some suggestive humor. Admissions: $25-$30. www.workhousearts.org. 703-584-2900. Send notes to the Connection at [email protected] or call 703-778- SATURDAY/SEPT. 6 9416. The deadline is the Friday prior to the next Botanical Drawing. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Green Spring paper’s publication. Dated announcements should be Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road, Alexandria. submitted at least two weeks prior to the event. 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www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Back to School: Good Steps, Good Intentions @LFSCConnection An independent, locally owned weekly he first day of school in Fairfax not impossible although some school systems (eg, lower rates of depression) health, safety newspaper delivered to homes and businesses. County is Tuesday, Sept. 2, but would have you believe that it can’t be done. It’s (eg, drowsy driving crashes), academic perfor- Published by TMonday, Sept. 8 is the beginning time to make that change in Fairfax County. mance, and quality of life.” Local Media Connection LLC of something important. The science is undisputed. From the abstract: You can read the report here: http:// 1606 King Street For the first time in decades, elementary “A substantial body of research has now dem- pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/early/ Alexandria, Virginia 22314 school students will have a full day of school onstrated that delaying school start times is 2014/08/19/peds.2014-1697.full.pdf Free digital edition delivered to on Mondays instead of being sent home hours an effective countermeasure to chronic sleep Back to school nights begin this week and run your email box. Go to connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe early. This action makes so much sense loss and has a wide range of potential into October. For parents and students, there is in for families with children in elemen- benefits to students with regard to no more important event that to turn up at Back Editorial NEWS DEPARTMENT: tary school. The ability of Superinten- physical and mental health, safety, and to School Nights for your children, introduce To discuss ideas and concerns, dent Karen Garza to facilitate this academic achievement. The American yourself to teachers and open the lines of com- Call: 703-778-9410 e-mail: change to go into effect right away is remark- Academy of Pediatrics strongly supports the munication. Here is a link to a daunting list of [email protected] able, and we hope a promise for more changes efforts of school districts to optimize sleep in Back to School Nights in Fairfax County: Kemal Kurspahic ahead. students and urges high schools and middle http://www.fcps.edu/news/backtoschool/ Editor ❖ 703-778-9414 Earlier this week, the American Academy of schools to aim for start times that allow stu- bts-chonological.shtml [email protected] Pediatrics issued a policy statement calling for dents the opportunity to achieve optimal lev- Amna Rehmatulla later start times — not earlier than 8:30 a.m. — els of sleep (8.5–9.5 hours) and to improve — Mary Kimm, Editorial Assistant 703-778-9410 ext.427 for high school and middle school students. It’s physical (eg, reduced obesity risk) and mental [email protected] [email protected]

Janelle Germanos Community Reporter 703-364-8161 Help Students Prepare for a Healthy School Year [email protected] Jon Roetman ❖ By John C. Cook Sports Editor 703-752-4013 Commentary who don’t. Teens that eat frequent to the point, I know that no meal [email protected] Supervisor (R-Braddock Dis- family meals are also more likely is a good one if kids won’t eat it. @jonroetman trict) to have better relationships with The Real Food For Kids organi- Victoria Ross their parents and eat healthier zation has been a leader in find- County Reporter ❖ 301-502-6027 s the summer draws to meals. August is Family Meals ing collaborative ways to in- [email protected] a close and parents look Month, so there is no better time crease the quantities of healthy A ADVERTISING: ahead to the school to make gathering around the foods in Fairfax County Public For advertising information year, the change in daily rou- kitchen table a priority. Schools and supporting pro- e-mail: [email protected] tine offers an opportunity to Fairfax County Public Schools grams that educate students and change our routine meals. Set- has already taken steps to im- their families on making Steve Hogan Display Advertising, 703-778-9418 ting our students and families prove the nutrition in school healthier lifestyle choices. Real [email protected] up for success can come in meals. Over the next three years, Food For Kids Executive Director, Andrea Smith many forms. Eating better FCPS will implement fruit and JoAnne Hammermaster said, Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 meals and more frequently as vegetable bars in all middle and “School food is an incredibly im- [email protected] families are just two ways we high schools, and eliminate addi- portant determinant to children’s Debbie Funk National Sales as parents can help our stu- tional artificial additives, dyes, health outcomes as well as their 703-778-9444 dents excel. and preservatives. The schools academic success, behavior and [email protected] Eating dinner as a family can will also implement a local pur- well-being in and out of school.” have an enormous impact on the chase preference policy to bring This school year let’s take small Editor & Publisher Mary Kimm health of kids. The National Cen- fresher produce to students. steps that can mean big successes 703-778-9433 ter on Addiction and Substance These are good first steps. Hope- for our kids. Better food and more [email protected] @MaryKimm Abuse at Columbia University times per week are almost one and fully, more will follow. As a par- time eating as family will help put found that “teens who have din- a half times less likely to report ent, I am concerned about the our students on the path to a Executive Vice President Jerry Vernon ner with their families at least five high levels of stress” than teens quality of school meals and, more healthy, happy school year. [email protected]

Editor in Chief Letters to the Editor Steven Mauren Managing Editor Kemal Kurspahic trouble finding or maintaining fere with learning at almost three community’s working poor with a Photography: Facing Deb Cobb, Craig Sterbutzel housing for their families. times the rate of other children. fresh start toward stable housing Art/Design: At Good Shepherd Housing & Children should never have to and a better life. Laurence Foong, John Heinly Homelessness Production Manager: Family Services, a 40-year-old wonder where they’ll be sleeping Geovani Flores To the Editor: homeless services and affordable on any given night. In our County David Levine Special Assistant to the Publisher In his opinion piece housing provider serving the some 700 children do wonder. Executive Director Jeanne Theismann (“Homelessness: Source of Trauma Mount Vernon community, we have Here at Good Shepherd Hous- Good Shepherd Housing 703-778-9436 [email protected] for Children,” Connectionm Au- seen many such families struggling ing, we work hard to ameliorate @TheismannMedia gust 13-19, 2014), Dean Klein, the to access affordable housing. They the problems these homeless chil- Director of Fairfax County’s Office are living on the brink of dren face. We ensure that formerly CIRCULATION: 703-778-9426 Circulation Manager: to Prevent and End Homelessness, homelessness — or are, in fact, ex- homeless children in our housing Write Ann Oliver clearly enumerated the reality for periencing a spell of homelessness. programs do not miss out on edu- The Connection welcomes views [email protected] hundreds of homeless families and Last year we helped nearly 120 of cational, social and recreational on any public issue. their children in the County. While these families in our area to find activities simply because their The deadline for all material is most of them are working, these permanent affordable housing. families have low-incomes. noon Friday. Send to: families do not earn enough in- As Dean Klein noted, the conse- Because of generously donated come for them to access affordable quences of homelessness do not funds, we provide these children Letters to the Editor housing. According to a study com- end quickly. Especially when chil- with school supplies and new win- The Connection pleted by George Mason University dren are involved and have suf- ter coats and pay for their after 1606 King St. Alexandria VA 22314 in 2012, nearly half the households fered the trauma of homelessness, school activities and summer Call: 703-917-6444. earning less than $40,000 in an- the effects may be lifelong. More- camps. By e-mail: nual income in the Mount Vernon over, they suffer from emotional At Good Shepherd Housing we [email protected] and Woodlawn communities have or behavioral problems that inter- are doing all we can to provide our

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By Sharon Bulova/Chairman presidency of Dr. Angel Cabrera, Mason is Fairfax County Board of Supervisors fast taking its place as a university for the world. elcome to Fairfax County, Fairfax County is known for its business- the best place in the coun- friendly climate. Time Magazine has de- Wtry to live, work and play. scribed us as “the epicenter of the Wash- Fairfax County is home to a ington region’s job boom” and “one of the fantastic public school system, top tier busi- great economic success stories of our time.” ness and shopping opportunities, compas- Although home to eight Fortune 500 com- sionate human services, and some of the pany headquarters (corporate giants such best parks and open spaces in the D.C. Met- as Northrop Grumman and Booz Allen ropolitan region. This summer featured the Hamilton) about 97 percent of the compa- long-awaited opening of the WMATA Silver nies in Fairfax County are small businesses Line, which connects the Reston and the with fewer than 100 employees. We are a Tysons areas of the county to the entire great location for startups. Metrorail system. Of course, Fairfax County’s greatest asset Last June, I cut the ribbon to open a new is a population that is welcoming and en- segment of our Fairfax County Cross County gaged. People from all over the globe have Trail, named after former Chairman (now made Fairfax County their home, enriching congressman) Gerry Connolly. It was his our community with diverse cultures and vision, while serving on our board, to build entrepreneurship. Visit Fairfax County’s and connect trail sections to make it pos- website at www.fairfaxcounty.gov to learn sible for someone to hike through all nine more about what Fairfax has to offer. county magisterial districts. The northern As chairman of the Board of Supervisors, end of the trail begins in Great Falls Na- Photo contributed I am elected at-large by all registered vot- tional Park at the breathtaking Potomac Thumbs up for Silver Line: The long-awaited opening of the WMATA ers. My office is here to serve you. If you River and travels south to the historic Silver Line, which connects the Reston and the Tysons areas of the have any questions or concerns, please Occoquan River. county to the Metrorail system. email me at [email protected] or The trail passes through stream valleys call me at 703-324-2321. I hope you will and meadows, then winds through fascinat- Springfest every April. dents with a seamless, cost-effective path sign up to receive my monthly Bulova By- ing Laurel Hill, site of the former Lorton Fairfax County has something for every- to a four-year degree. line newsletter that will keep you up-to-date Prison. In addition to parkland and a golf one. Northern Virginia Community College George Mason University, recently named on what is happening and how you can course, these grounds are now home to the offers more than 160 degrees at the one of the top five “Up-and-Coming Uni- participate in all that Fairfax County has to Workhouse Arts Center where visitors can associate’s level and numerous certificate versities” by U.S. News and World Report, offer you and your family. watch artists in action and enjoy plays, per- programs. Its partnership with George Ma- is also recognized as one of America’s Best Thanks for making Fairfax County your formances and community events such as son University provides families and stu- College Buys by Forbes magazine. Under the home.

dedicated planning time for teachers. A County of 186,785 Students The change to full day Mondays received overwhelming support in our community By Karen K. Garza skills they will and will benefit students, teachers, and Superintendent of Fairfax County need for the future. our families. Public Schools Our dedicated ❖ A new standard school calendar that

teachers promote Courtesy of FCPS eliminates the need to make up inclem- elcome to the 2014-15 school the success of event weather days at the end of the school year. The start of a new ery student and year if fewer than 13 days are missed W Photo by while providing two full weeks for win- school year is always an ex- create a caring citing time for students, parents, and learning environ- ter break. educators. Our dedicated staff has been ment where every ❖ The new Bailey’s Upper Elementary

working hard to prepare for another student is valued Louise Krafft School for the Arts and Sciences. A first school year that builds on our tradition and recognized as Karen K. Garza of its kind for Fairfax County, this new of excellence at Fairfax County Public an active learner. school is being converted from a five- Schools (FCPS). Fairfax is a community Working closely with our school board, story office building at 6245 Leesburg that embraces its newest residents and parents, teachers, and community stake- Pike to provide enrollment relief for the

the cultural diversity that makes our holders, we have made a number of posi- /Connection overcrowded Bailey’s Elementary School county such a desirable place to be. For tive and exciting changes for our system for the Arts and Sciences. The new cam- many families and businesses, the deci- during my first year as superintendent. We pus will house grades 3-5, while the ex- sion to relocate to a new area is often developed the FCPS Portrait of a Graduate isting campus will house preschool to dependent on the quality of the local that will serve as a foundation on which to grade 2. public schools. FCPS has a well-deserved build a long-range strategic plan for the ❖ A new CrisisLink text messaging tool Vincent Michael Sica proceeds to national reputation for excellence. school system and will lessen the focus on for students and parents needing men- the stage platform after being As we enter a new school year, we are standardized, high-stakes testing and place tal health support and resources. Crisis named the 2014 Lake Braddock projecting an enrollment of 186,785 greater emphasis on engaged students, line staff respond to the text messages Faculty Award recipient for aca- making FCPS the nation’s 10th largest project-based learning, and authentic as- 24 hours a day. The text number is 703- demic excellence, community school district. Fairfax County high sessments of student learning. The Portrait 997-5444. service, extra-curricular activities, schools are among the most academically of a Graduate will ensure that our students The future remains very bright for good citizenship and leadership. rigorous in the U.S. and are cited every are collaborators, communicators, creative FCPS families, students, and employees. year as among the top high schools in and critical thinkers, global citizens, and made include: I look forward to welcoming your chil- the country. Our classrooms are led by goal-directed and resilient individuals when ❖ The launch of full-day Mondays for all dren to our schools on Sept. 2 and mak- teachers who inspire, motivate, and pre- they leave FCPS. elementary students. 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By Gerald L. Gordon, Ph.D. nation’s capital est Hispanic-owned companies, and top opening this fall promises to be a mag- into what Time companies that are Asian-, woman- and net for that area. f you are a newcomer to Fairfax magazine has veteran-owned. As I suggested earlier, this evolution ICounty, allow me to welcome you called “one of the Today Fairfax County is the second-larg- of Fairfax County has been no accident. to one of the most dynamic com- great economic est suburban office market in the United It has been a strategy driven by a con- munities anywhere in the world to live success stories of States. sistent vision: A strong and consistent and work. It was the vision of many our time.” Almost no matter where you live, you can economic development program that at- people to create this kind of community, How much of a see how the county continues to evolve as tracts companies and helps them stay so please allow me to offer a quick his- success story? a business location. The first phase of and grow here creates job opportunities, tory lesson. Fairfax County Metro’s Silver Line rail service further en- builds a strong commercial tax base that The Capital Beltway was completed was home to no Gerald Gordon. hances the attractiveness of Tysons Corner holds down residential taxes, and allows in 1964. The same year the iconic high- Fortune 500 com- and Reston, while the second phase will link the Board of Supervisors to provide way opened, the Virginia General As- panies in 1964, and today 10 of those busi- Herndon and Washington Dulles Interna- high-quality public services that en- sembly passed a law that cre- nesses are based here. That’s more tional Airport to the rest of the Washington hance the quality of life here. ated what is now called the Commentary than 30 states. Today more than region in 2018. Yes, Fairfax County has changed tre- Fairfax County Economic De- 400 foreign-owned businesses Southeastern Fairfax County (Springfield, mendously since 1964. But, even with velopment Authority. In the have a presence here, as do four Lorton and the Richmond Highway corri- all the progress that has happened, we last 50 years, creation and growth of a companies on Black Enterprise magazine’s dor) are becoming important office centers believe even better times lay ahead. diversified business community and lo- list of the 100 largest African American- thanks to growth at Fort Belvoir. The Mo- cal economy transformed a sleepy bed- owned companies, three companies on saic District in Merrifield is a popular desti- Gerald L. Gordon, Ph.D., is president and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Develop- room community in the shadow of the HispanicBusiness.com’s list of the 100 larg- nation, and the Springfield Town Center ment Authority.

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www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ Newconers & Community Guide 2014-15 ❖ 5 Area Demographics Save These Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton Dates Area residents may attend ZIP CODE: 20124 a variety of upcoming, Population: 14,875 Race: White-11,536 (77.6%), Black/African American-489 (3.3%), American Indian family-friendly events: and Alaska Native-24 (0.2%), Asian-2,095 (14.1%), Hispanic or Latino (of any race)-749 (5%) Monday, Sept. 1 Total housing units: 4,950 Owner-occupied housing units: 4,555 (92.6%) Custom Cruisers of North- Households with individuals under 18 years: 2,095 (42.6%) ern Virginia 15th Annual Car Households with individuals 65 years and over: 878 (17.9%) Show, in the Town of Clifton. Median household income: 163,520 Mean family income: 194,486 Event features classic, new Population 5 years and over who speaks a language other than English and hot rod cars, motor- at home: 15.9% cycles, food and music; proceeds go to charity. ZIP CODE: 22039 Population: 18,364 Saturday, Sept. 13 Race: White-14,985 (81.6%), Black/African American-742 (4%), American Indian and Alaska Native-46 (0.3%), Asian-1,964 (10.7%), Hispanic or Latino (of any Clifton KidFest, in the race)-766 (4.2%) Town of Clifton. Children’s Total housing units: 6,283 games and vendors, plus Owner-occupied housing units: 5,793 (96.4%) Households with individuals under 18 years: 2,461 (40.9%) food and fun. Households with individuals 65 years and over: 1,459 (24.3%) Median household income: 196,549 Saturday, Oct. 11 Mean family income: 237,603 Population 5 years and over who speaks a language other than English Fairfax Fall Festival, down- at home: 18.6% town City of Fairfax. Crafts, food, vendors, music, rides. ZIP CODE: 22079 Population: 32,059 Sunday, Oct. 12 Race: White-14,699 (45.8%), Black/African American-7,534 (23.5%), American Clifton Day, in the Town of Indian and Alaska Native-95 (0.3%), Asian-6,240 (19,5%), Hispanic or Latino (of any race)-4,423 (13.8%) Clifton. Crafts vendors, food, Total housing units: 11,063 music and fun throughout Owner-occupied housing units: 7,730 (71.3%) the town. Households with individuals under 18 years: 4,983 (46%) Households with individuals 65 years and over: 1,439 (13.3%) Median household income: 96,056 Saturday, Oct. 25 Mean family income: 129,580 Clifton Haunted Trail, 8- Population 5 years and over who speaks a language other than English at home: 44.4% Acre Park, Town of Clifton.

Source: U.S. Census 2010; American Community Survey 2012

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engages nonprofits, businesses, faith- based communities and county agencies in its efforts to implement the 10-Year plan, which focuses on rapid re-housing and prevention by increasing the avail- ability of permanent affordable housing. www.ziphomelessness.com GIVE GIVE (Growth and Inspiration through Volunteering and Education) is a non-profit organization founded and operated by high school students, which works towards promoting leadership of youth through volunteering time for a free tutoring program for children. Last year, GIVE ran 11 centers in both librar- ies and community centers, and is looking forward to expanding further this year with more support. The GIVE center at Richard Byrd Library, which has served over 1,000 students, has over 100 students and 60 tutors that meet every Saturday from 1-3 p.m. www.giveyouth.org. Ecumenical Community Helping Others (ECHO) Open to receive donations at 7205 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield. Pro- vides food and financial assistance to those in short-term emergencies, and provides clothing and household goods to low income families. ECHO is con- stantly seeking donations and volunteers. 703-569-9160 or www.echo-inc.org. South County Cares South County Church congregation members and south county area com- Little Rocky Run HOA DR. GENE SWEETNAM munity members work together on local and international projects like National Night Out, Operation Christmas Child, DR. GRACE CHANG and local and international aid efforts. OPTOMETRISTS www.southcountycares.org. National Capital Food Bank A group of food banks serving all of Northern Virginia seek monetary dona- COMMUNITY YARD SALE tions and general volunteers. 703-541-3063 or TH www.capitalareafoodbank.org. SATURDAY, SEP 6 (Rain date Sunday, Sep. 7th) Northern Virginia Beginning at 8:00 am Family Services TWO Offers employments and job training, Over 100 families will participate CONVENIENT health care, housing, mental health, fos- ter care and home visitations to new in this community-wide event! LOCATIONS parents. 703-385-3267 or • Family & Pediatric Vision Care www.nvfs.org. Yard sales take place at participating • Comprehensive Eye Exams • Treatment of Eye Diseases homes in Little Rocky Run and the • 21 years Naval Service, 6 years Active Duty Assistance League • Laser Vision Consultants • Over a thousand frames in stock Little Rocky Run Rec Center at • We carry all major brands of contact lenses • In-house lab of Northern Virginia 6201 Sandstone Way, Clifton. An all-volunteer organization that Most Insurances Accepted: clothes, feeds, educates and nurtures Bikes, Books, Furniture, Computers those in need. Working through six el- Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Care First, Medicare, Tricare In-network ementary schools and Inova Fairfax & Electronics, Household items, Toys, Doctor, Vision One Discount, Avesis, Aetna HMO/PPO/POS, PHCS, Hospital, Assistance League touches the Pet Supplies and more...... VSP® Network Doctor, EyeMed Vision Care, United Healthcare, VA Medicaid lives of some of the most needy in Northern Virginia. The schools involved WE WELCOME YOUR DOCTOR’S PRESCRIPTION include Dogwood Elementary in Reston, Lynbrook Elementary and Garfield El- Detailed map of yard sale participants will be 5204A Rolling Rd. 8951 Ox Rd., Suite 100 ementary in Springfield, Cora Kelly available at the HOA office, 6201 Sandstone Way Burke Professional Center Shoppes at Lorton Valley Elementary in Alexandria and Pine Burke, VA 22015 Lorton, VA 22079 Spring Elementary in Falls Church Vol- as of 5:00 PM on September 5th and on our unteers and donors are always needed. 703-425-2000 703-493-9910 Contact [email protected] or website at www.littlerockyrunhoa.org www.drsweetnam.com • www.sightforvision.com www.northernvirginia.assistanceleague.org www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ Newconers & Community Guide 2014-15 ❖ 7 Newcomers & Community Guide Chambers

Fairfax County Chamber of Top Issues to Follow in the Area Commerce The chamber facilitates industry-focused councils, thought leadership groups, community partnerships and According to Supervisor Pat Herrity (R-Springfield). many other opportunities for its more than 600 member companies to expand schools,” Herrity said. “That’s increase and we’ve got to be ready for it,” their networks and raise their profiles Transportation the key — it’s always been the said Herrity. And though the Supervisor in the highly competitive Northern Vir- First up is getting a long-term key to Fairfax County — is thinks his district is “pretty far ahead in ginia market. www.fairfaxchamber.org/ fix to I-66 underway in 2017. having involved parents, in- terms of being age-friendly,” there is still a or 703-479-9075.-0 “I66 congestion impacts volved at home in education, lot to do in terms of preparing to meet the Braddock Road,” said Supervi- and involved at the school.” challenges of this growing population. Greater Springfield Chamber sor Pat Herrity (R-Springfield), Namely facilitating people who want to stay The Chamber works with businesses “and it impacts congestion on at home and be near their support struc- within and those with ties to the Spring- 29 as people look to avoid and Taxes and ture, and provide activities, mental health field community. get around 66.” Then there is support and transportation. “I think a good www.springfieldchamber.org/. a quarter improvement study Regulation needs assessment needs to be done,” Herrity on the Fairfax County Parkway To help with economic re- said. Central Fairfax Chamber of “so we can get the interchanges Herrity covery, job growth and devel- Commerce and widening that we need.” A opment, Herrity cites the The chamber provides information final major transportation issue is getting need to “open Fairfax County to business Affordable Housing and programs to businesses through- secondary roads paved, such as Rolling again. Our tax rates crept up, our “We need to do it right,” said Herrity. For out Fairfax and was previously known Road. homeowners taxes are higher than they’ve him, that means not following in the foot- as the City of Fairfax Chamber of Com- been — we need to get our taxes under steps of the Tyson’s Corner area, which is merce. www.cfcc.org/. control. But we also need to make sure that going the way of having 20 percent of hous- School Funding we are welcoming to business. We’ve got ing be rent-controlled. “We take an awful South Fairfax Chamber of some work to do in that area as well.” lot of developer contributions and put it into Commerce Challenges affordable housing for the wrong kind of SFCC is the first chamber of com- “We need to keep our schools the best in housing. We need to get away from that,” merce exclusively for businesses, non- the nation,” said Herrity, “because they are Aging Community Herrity said. “And focus instead on the profit organizations, and individuals the best in the nation, but we’re going to According to Herrity, the population of his people that really need it: the disabled, the with interests in the southern part of have challenges, with the 30 percent free district aged 50 and older is on track to in- people in the woods, the people who can’t Fairfax County. SFCC is bringing to and reduced lunch.” In addition to the crip- crease by 55 percent by 2030, and those 70 help themselves.” pling budget issues facing the schools, “I and older could shoot up as much as 88 See Chambers, Page 9 think parents need to get involved with the percent in the same period. “That’s a huge — Tim Peterson

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From Page 8 with the Hispanic community in the area. America, and nurtures leadership skills within Asian and Pacific business communities in the www.hccnva.org/. the Pakistani American business community. region. www.asian-americanchamber.org/. gether diverse business and civic leaders 703-627-1500 or www.pabausa.org/. in Lorton, Laurel Hill, Newington, Ft. Belvoir, Small Business Development Center US Lebanese Chamber of Commerce South Springfield, Burke, Fairfax Station and The SBDC helps aspiring entrepreneurs Northern Virginia Black Chamber of A privately held business association Clifton to become part of a new voice in the start new businesses and helps existing busi- Commerce. founded in 2010 offering networking and South Fairfax region, one of the fastest grow- nesses to remain competitive in the economy. The Alexandria-based organization pro- resources to Lebanese Americans. 703-761- ing business communities in Northern Vir- www.asbdc-us.org/. vides resources to black-owned businesses in 4949. ginia. www.southfairfaxchamber.org. Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Pakistan American Business Asso- Prince William counties. www.novabcc.org/ Greater Merrifield Business Associa- Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of ciation Inc. tion Northern Virginia PABA is a non-profit, bilateral trade asso- Asian American Chamber of Com- The association provides advertising and Located in Herndon, the organization ciation that promotes business opportunities merce networking opportunities in Vienna and parts serves businesses lead by and those that work between Pakistan and the United States of Located in Tysons, it offers programs to of Fairfax. www.greatermerrifield.org/.

www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ Newconers & Community Guide 2014-15 ❖ 9 A Year of the Arts Trust is the foundation of my practice. A selection of upcoming theatre, music and arts in the area. Workhouse Arts Center Lazy Susan Providing trustworthy advice Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Ox Road, Lorton. The Workhouse Arts Center provides visual and Dinner Theatre for all of your dental concerns performance art for a local audience. 703-584- Lazy Susan Dinner Theatre, 10712 Richmond 2900 or www.workhousearts.org. Highway, Lorton. Lazy Susan Dinner Theatre in From complete smile makeovers Lorton provides dinner and broadway-production SATURDAY/SEPT. 6-SUNDAY/SEPT. 28 entertainment. 703-550-7384 or www.lazysusan.com/. to dental implant placement and Alice in Wonderland. 1 p.m. Workhouse Arts restorations, all can be done with the Center, 9601 Ox Rd, Lorton. Presented by Pandemonium Theatrical Productions comes to Springfield Art Guild comfort of local anesthetic, or for you an orifinal musical adaptation inspired by the classic Lewis Carroll stories. Doors open at Springfield Art Guild, Richard Byrd Library, those who have greater fear, we offer 12:45 p.m. Call 703-584-2900 for more info. 7250 Commerce Street, Springfield. SAG is a non- Admissions: $13 for adults, $10 for children profit group founded in 1969 and serves the both oral and IV sedation. under 12. community’s interest in fine arts, fine crafts and Whether it is time for a second photography that holds monthly meetings on the SATURDAY/SEPT. 6 second Wednesday of each month. www.springfieldartguild.org. opinion or an initial inquiry…please Cabaret Series. 8 p.m. Workhouse Arts Center, call and schedule time with me… 9601 Ox Rd, Lorton. Come enjoy a journey through Broadway’s “red light district” and a Empire at no charge. night of cabaret. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Call 703-584-2900 for more info. Admissions: $30; Empire Nightclub and the Alchemy Room, 6355 $25 for students, seniors and military. Rolling Road, Springfield. Empire fills the metal genre niche in Springfield and also hosts musicians Call for Great Savings of other various styles and children’s programs FRIDAY/SEPT. 12-SATURDAY/OCT. 11 during the daytime. www.empirenova.com/ or Edgar Allen Poe’s Nevermore. 8 p.m. 703-569-5940. New Patients Only Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Ox Rd, Lorton. Take a dark, mysterious, musical journey into Cleaning, cavity- the heart and soul of Edgar Allan Poe, America’s THURSDAY/SEPT. 4 detecting x-rays first truly visionary poet. Doors open at 7:30 The Icarus Account. 5:30-10 p.m. The Alchemy p.m. Call 703-584-2900 for more info. Room, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. Listen to and exam Admissions $30; $25 for students, seniors and an alternative genre group, The Isarus Account, JOSEPH P. CAVALLO, DDS for only $110.00 military. perform live. For all ages. Admissions $10. Call 703-569-5940 for more info. General, Cosmetic, Implant (In the absence of & Restorative Dentistry periodontal disease) Art Guild of Clifton FRIDAY/SEPT. 5 Expiration date 9/25/14 Art Guild of Clifton, P.O. Box 288, Clifton. Mic Check! 7-11 p.m. Main Room, 6355 Rolling 12502 Lake Ridge Dr., Suite A, Lake Ridge, VA The AGC is a small group of individuals inter- Road, Springfield. Listen to Mic Check ested in advancing the Arts in Clifton through Showcase! Korrupt Concept Young Dilinger and • www.CavalloDentistry.com education, exhibits and events. more. Genre is DJ Hip Hop. For all ages. 703-910-3868 www.artguildofclifton.org. Admissions $10 in advance, $15 at the door. We are on Angie’s List and voted Top Dentist by Nova Magazine Call 703-569-5940 for more info.

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More than 1,000 free rides to medical appointments and shopping were provided by Shepherd’s Center volunteers to older adults. Serving Older Adults Providing Free Transportation erving older adults, age 50 Sand better, the Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke provides services and programs to promote healthy independent living. Over 1,000 free rides to medical appointments and shopping were provided by Shepherd’s Cen- ter volunteers to older adults, who no longer drive, and live in the Burke and central Fairfax area. Photo contributed EnglishEnglish CountryCountry GardensGardens Programs, such as the Shepherd’s Center’s bi-monthly Lunch N’ Life, Landscape Design & Installation SUPER SER provide a delicious meal, interest- AWARD WINNER ing speakers, and social network- Serving Northern Virginia since 1985 VICE ing. The next Lunch N’ Life is Sept. nglish Country Gardens is a 18 from noon - 2 p.m. and will feature local weatherman, Brian van Brian van de Graaff - landscape construction and de Graaff from ABC’s channel 7, speaker for the Sept. 18 Eplanting company serving as the guest speaker. The luncheon Lunch N’ Life event. Northern Virginia. It was founded by will be held at the Jubilee Chris- an Englishman, Peter Field. Peter was tian Center - 4650 Shirley Gate Burke’s website is: born and educated in London. He www.scfbva.org. Call the office at Road, Fairfax. All are welcome to studied landscapes in the classic attend the luncheon, and the cost 703-323-4788, if you have more is $10. Make a reservation by call- questions about participating in European cities and brought not only ing 703-620-0161 by Sept. 12. The any of the activities or volunteer- that influence, but his English background and education to this Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax- ing. country and adapted that knowledge to fit the American landscape. We Design and Install What is an English The Center for Ballet Arts, Inc. • Patios • Water Country Garden? • Paths Features It’s the unique combination of Announces • Walls • Arbors certain hardscape materials along • Fireplaces • Gardens with the mix of unusual plantings FALL to create interest through all four seasons. It is a distinction you will REGISTRATION notice that sets you apart from Ballet, Pointe, Modern, everyone else. Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, For a Consultation/Estimate, Pilates Mat Please Call Ages 3 through Professional levels Intensive Program – Performing Company 703.791.5363 11215 H, J, K Lee Hwy., Fairfax Call: 703-273-5344 E-mail: [email protected] thecenterforballetarts.com www.Englishcountrygardens.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ Newconers & Community Guide 2014-15 ❖ 11 Newcomers & Community Guide

What’s on the Ballot; How to Vote Election Day is Nov. 4,

2014, but you can vote

as early as Sept. 19.

very year is Election Year in Vir-

ginia. This year, every Virginia

voter will choose one member of E the U.S. Senate and their mem-

ber of the U.S. House of Representatives. Two of Northern Virginia’s three house seats are open seats with the retirement of two longstanding members, Jim Moran (D-8) and Frank Wolf (R-10).

This area has very high rates of voter registration, but voter turnout varies signifi- cantly from year to year. For example, two years ago in 2012, a presidential election year, 71.78 percent of Virginia registered voters turned out to vote. But in 2010, more comparable to this year, only 44.01 percent of Virginia registered voters turned out to vote.

In Fairfax County, with a population around 1,130,900, there are 713,025 reg-

istered voters as of July 1, 2014, up from

676,802 in 2012. (Population data from

U.S. Census and voter data from Virginia BEGINS AT FAIRFAX COUNTY Department of Elections.) GOVERNMENTAL CENTER

In Alexandria, with a population of about BEGINNING SEPT. 19, 2014. 148,900, there are 97,883 total registered Office of Elections, 12000 Government voters as of July 1, 2014. That’s down from Center Pkwy, Conf. Rooms 2/3, Fairfax,

101,887 total registered voters as of July 2, 22035 2012. Sept. 19 - Oct. 10: Monday, Tuesday, In Arlington, with a population of about Wednesday and Friday - 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 224,900, there are 162,100 total registered Thursdays: 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. voters as of July 1, 2014, up from 157, 236 Oct. 14 - Oct. 31, Monday thru Friday - 8 on July 2, 2012. a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturdays, Sept. 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 REGISTER, CHANGE OF ADDRESS: In and Nov. 1, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. order to vote on Election Day, you must be Closed Monday, Oct. 13 for Columbus registered at your current address no later Day than Oct. 13, 2014. You can check your reg- Map provided by Fairfax County government istration status online by going to SATELLITE VOTING LOCATIONS Map of Congressional districts serving Fairfax County. www.sbe.virginia.gov. BEGIN FRIDAY OCT. 14 ❖ Franconia Governmental Center - 6121 http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/ Warner (D) is challenged by Republican Ed VOTING EARLY, ABSENTEE Franconia Rd., Alexandria, 22310 absentee.htm W. Gillespie and Libertarian Robert C. Virtually every voter in Virginia is eligible ❖ Dolley Madison Library - 1244 Oak Sarvis. to vote absentee, which includes voting in- Ridge Ave., McLean, 22101 WHAT’S ON THE BALLOT? ❖ Republican Ed W. Gillespie, person absentee at a variety of locations ❖ North County Human Services Bldg. - Every voter in Virginia will vote for U.S www.edforsenate.com between Sept. 19 and Nov. 1. 1850 Cameron Glen Dr, Reston, 20190 Senator and their member in the U.S. House ❖ Democrat Mark R. Warner, There are many reasons that voters are ❖ West Springfield Governmental Center of Representatives. www.markwarnerva.com allowed to vote absentee, but the most - 6140 Rolling Rd., Springfield, 22152 One constitutional question will appear ❖ Libertarian Robert C. Sarvis, broad of these applies to almost anyone ❖ Mason Governmental Center - 6507 Co- on all Virginia ballots, Proposed Constitu- www.robertsarvis.com with a job: “Any person who, in the regular lumbia Pike, Annandale, 22003 tional Amendment - Question: Shall the and orderly course of his business, profes- ❖ Mount Vernon Governmental Center - Constitution of Virginia be amended to al- THE 8TH DISTRICT is an open seat be- sion, or occupation, will be at his place of 2511 Parkers Ln., Alexandria 22306 low the General Assembly to exempt from cause of the retirement of incumbent Rep. work and commuting to and from his home ❖ Sully District Governmental Center - taxation the real property of the surviving Jim Moran (D), who was elected in 1990. to his place of work for eleven or more hours 4900 Stonecroft Blvd., Chantilly 20151 spouse of any member of the armed forces Democrat Donald S. Beyer Jr. will face Re- of the thirteen that the polls are open (6 Monday - Friday, Oct. 14 - 31, 3:30 p.m. - of the United States who was killed in ac- publican Micah K. Edmond plus three in- a.m. to 7 p.m.). 7 p.m. tion, where the surviving spouse occupies dependent candidates. The 8th district in- You can download an absentee ballot and Saturdays, Sept. 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 the real property as his or her principal place cludes all of Alexandria and Arlington, plus mail it to your local voter registration of- and Nov. 1, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. of residence and has not remarried? parts of Fairfax County including Mount fice, or you can vote “absentee in person.” Closed Monday, Oct. 13 for Columbus Vernon, Lorton and parts of McLean, Tysons Day U.S. SENATE IN PERSON ABSENTEE VOTING For more, call 703-222-0776 or visit One-term incumbent Sen. Mark R. See Every Year, Page 13

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Beck, www.marcharrold4congress.com www.gwendolynbeck.com IN FAIRFAX COUNTY, all voters will vote yes or IN THE 10TH DISTRICT, an open seat was created no for more money for transportation projects. by the retirement of Frank Wolf (R), who was elected Transportation Improvements Bond Ques- to office in 1982. Both major party candidates are tion: Shall the Board of Supervisors contract a debt, elected officials from McLean, with Republican Bar- borrow money and issue bonds of Fairfax County, bara Comstock, a member of the Virginia House of Virginia, in addition to bonds previously authorized Delegates, facing Democrat John Foust, a member of for transportation improvements and facilities, in the the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. The 10th dis- maximum aggregate principal amount of trict sprawls from McLean to Winchester, and includes $100,000,000 for the purpose of providing funds to Great Falls, Chantilly, parts of Fairfax Station, the Town finance the cost of constructing, reconstructing, im- of Clifton, part of Burke and Springfield. proving and acquiring transportation facilities, in- 703-323-1188 ❖ Republican Barbara J. Comstock, cluding improvements to primary and secondary www.barbaracomstockforcongress.com State highways, improvements related to transit, im- ❖ Democrat John W. Foust, provements for pedestrians and bicycles, and ancil- Whatever the season, www.foustforvirginia.com lary related improvements and facilities? ❖ Libertarian William B. Redpath, billredpath.com we have everything ❖ Independent Green Dianne L. Blais, IN THE CITY OF FAIRFAX, voters will also vote www.votejoinrun.us on an advisory Referendum regarding length of term your garden needs! ❖ Independent Brad A. Eickholt, for Offices of Mayor, City Council and School Board, www.eickholt4congress.com/ and whether the term of office should be increased from two years to four years. Huge Stock Plus Winter New Voter Identification Requirements of Pansies, As of this summer, there are new of the voter, and is not expired for more voter will provide the necessary in- Hardy requirements for voter identification than 12 months. formation, including email, fax, and Ornamental that voters must bring with them to A voter who does not bring an accept- address of where the ID should be the polling place. able photo ID to the polls will be offered delivered. Mums! Cabbage Virginia law requires all voters to a provisional ballot. & Kale! provide an acceptable form of photo IF YOU VOTE A PROVISIONAL identification at the polls. Voters ar- DON’T HAVE ONE OF THESE? BALLOT but don’t have an “accept- riving to the polls without photo ID Any registered voter who does not able ID,” you can appear in-person in will be allowed to vote a provisional possess one of the above mentioned the office of the general registrar in Presenting Our 20th Annual ballot and will have until noon on forms of photo ID, may apply for a free the locality in which the provisional the Friday after the election to de- Virginia Voter Photo Identification from ballot was cast by noon on Friday liver a copy of identification to their any general registrar’s office in the Com- following the election and apply for FALL FESTIVAL locality’s electoral board in order for monwealth. Voters applying for the a Virginia Voter Photo ID Card. At their provisional ballot to be Virginia Voter Photo ID Card will have the completion of the application & Pumpkin Playground counted. to complete the Virginia Voter Photo process, the voter may request a Virginia’s photo ID requirements Identification Card Application, have Temporary Identification Document. also apply to absentee voters who their picture taken, and sign the digital This document can be provided to Pumpkins, Hayrides vote in-person in all elections. signature pad. Once the application is the electoral board as acceptable OPENS Here are the “acceptable” forms of processed, the card will be mailed di- identification and the voter’s provi- OCT. 1 identification: rectly to the voter. sional ballot will be counted. & Family Fun! ❖ Valid Virginia Driver’s License SOURCE: Virginia Department of or Identification Card PROVISIONAL BALLOT PROCESS Elections, www.sbe.virginia.gov ❖ Valid Virginia DMV issued A voter who arrives at the polling • Excellent selection of trees and shrubs Veteran’s ID card place without an acceptable form of For More Election Information: • Annuals, Perennials, Herbs ❖ Valid United States Passport photo identification will be given the op- Fairfax County Board of Elections, ❖ Other government-issued photo portunity to vote a provisional ballot. 703-222-0776, • House Plants and Gift Items identification cards (must be issued After completing the provisional ballot, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/eb/ • Landscape Services 703-323-5544 by US Government, the Common- the individual voting will be given writ- 12000 Government Center Park- • Wild Bird Supplies wealth of Virginia, or a political ten instructions from the election way, Fairfax, Suite 232, Fairfax, Fertilizing, Seeding, Aeration, subdivision of the Commonwealth officials on how to submit a copy of his/ 22035; FAX 703-324-2205; email • Mulches, Soils and Seed Tree & Shrub care. ❖ Valid college or university stu- her identification so that his/her vote [email protected] dent photo identification card, must can be counted. City of Fairfax General Registrar, be from an institution of higher edu- A voter will have until noon on the 703-385-7890, http:// $ 00 $ 00 cation located in Virginia. Friday following the election to deliver www.fairfaxva.gov/government/ ❖ Employee identification card a copy of the identification to the local general-registrar 5 OFF 10 OFF containing a photograph of the voter electoral board. Voters may submit a 10455 Armstrong Street, Sisson $ $ and issued by an employer of the copy of their ID via fax, email, in-person House, Fairfax, 22030; FAX 703- Purchase of 50 or More Purchase of 100 or More voter in the ordinary course of the submission, or through USPS or com- 591-8364; email One coupon per customer, per day. Not valid with any other One coupon per customer, per day. Not valid with any other employer’s business mercial delivery service. Please note that [email protected] offers. Not valid on sale items or landscape design services. offers. 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environmental G u education. Programs at n horticulture workshops, Regional Parks s HO Hemlock Overlook Regional Park to Hemlock Overlook are open n tours, field trips, concerts 13220 Yates Ford Road, Clifton to the public and groups by R and volunteer programs. Bull Run Marina Regional Park MN d BR www.nvrpa.org/park/ reservation. Only the hiking and . 7700 Bull Run Drive, Centreville hemlock_overlook/ horse trails may be used without Occoquan www.nvrpa.org/park/bull_run/ 800-877-0954; 571-281- prior arrangement. OR Main park open all year for picnicking, hiking and 3556; Regional Park family camping. Bull Run Public Shooting Hemlock 9751 Ox Road, Lorton MBG Meadowlark Botanical Center open all year. Group Camping open daily www.nvrpa.org/park/occoquan/ Jan. 7 though Nov. 11. Mini and disc golf Gardens 703-690-2121 open April through October. Hours 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Court, This park offers 400 acres of recreational space and vary. Vienna a touch of the past with its historic brick kilns www.nvrpa.org/park/ and the Turning Point Suffragist Memorial. Park meadowlark_botanical_gardens/ lands, trails and associated waters are part of BR Atlantis Waterpark 703-255-3631 the Fairfax Cross-County Trail. Kayak rentals. This 95-acre complex of large ornamental One hour Tour Boat Rides on the Occoquan (at Bull Run Marina Regional display gardens and unique native plant River to Belmont Bay and back. Offered Park) collections is open year round and include Saturdays noon-5 p.m., Sunday 1- 8 p.m., April 7700 Bull Run Drive, Centreville walking trails, lakes, more than 20 2 through Nov. 27. $10 adults, $5 children 12 www.atlantisbullrun.com/ varieties of cherry trees, irises, peonies, and under, under age 4 are free. 703-631-0552 an extensive shade garden, native Atlantis Waterpark features pools, a MBG wildflowers, gazebos, birds, butterflies, giant dumping bucket, seasonal blooms and foliage. The Pohick Bay Regional Park waterslides, and fun-filled PB Atrium’s indoor tropical garden activities for all ages. Atlantis is setting is a popular meeting, 6501 Pohick Bay Drive, Lorton open from Memorial Day weekend reception, wedding and workshop www.nvrpa.org/park/pohick_bay/ through Labor Day, and is a member location. Interpretive displays Pohick Bay is located on the Potomac River 25 miles of the Northern Virginia Regional accompany a restored 18th-century cabin. south of the nation’s capital. The boat launch Park Authority Family of Waterparks. ower and its A picnic area beside the Gardens is available to facility is one of only three public access points Aantis also features picnic pavilions, a visitors. Meadowlark presents gardening and to the Potomac River in northern Virginia. deck great for sunning and playing, as orean Bell T well as plenty of shade. Neptune Reef snack bar sells food, beverages and Sources: National Park Service, Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority, Virginia State Parks sweets. One of the beautiful features of theand grounds Fairfax County at Park Authority. Map courtesy of Fairfax County Park Authority. Designed & com- Meadowlark is the K piled by Jean Card and Laurence Foong. Photos by Renée Ruggles. surrounding garden. 14 ❖ Fairfax Connection ❖ Newconers & Community Guide 2014-15 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Pohick Bay offers canoes, kayaks, paddle boats and jon boats for rent on the weekends, as well as family and group camping, hiking, picnic areas GF and a large play area for children. For those interested in swimming, the park offers one of the largest, outdoor freeform pools on the east coast. Pohick Bay Regional Park, located on Mason Neck Pennisula is an ecologically fragile land that shelters an abundance of wildlife, including the bald eagle. Nature lovers can expect to see blue birds, osprey, heron, deer, beavers and rare sightings of river otters.

PB Pirates Cove Waterpark (at Pohick Bay Regional Park) 6501 Pohick Bay Drive, Lorton www.piratescovepohick.com 703-339-6102 Pirates Cove Waterpark is located at Pohick Bay Regional Park. Visitors can cool off under the 300-gallon dumping bucket, fire the water cannons and splash down the waterslide or search for buried treasure at Buccaneer Beach sand play area. Pirates Cove also features picnic pavilions, a deck for sunning and playing, as well as plenty of shade. Captain’s Galley snack bar features food, beverages and sweets. Pirates Cove is open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

PB Pohick Bay Golf Course 10301 Gunston Road, Lorton www.nvrpa.org/park/pohick_bay_golf_course 703-339-8585 This scenic golf course is located on the Mason Neck Peninsula in Lorton. Pohick Bay’s practice facility features a driving range with practice putting and chipping greens, and lessons from A stunning spot to fish, found in the middle of Great Falls National Park. PGA pros. A full-service pro shop features an array of name-brand golf clubs, equipment and apparel. Other services include club making, institute, musical and dance performances. The custom club fitting, regripping, reshafting and LAP Lake Accotink Park tournament coordinating. education department supports both the visual and performing arts, offering classes and 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield workshops in a variety of disciplines. Future basketball, volleyball, minigolf, trails, picnic SR Sandy Run Regional Park plans for the Workhouse include an event 448.1 acres, multiple resource park center, amphitheater, Workhouse Theatre, 10450 Van Thompson Road, Fairfax Station restaurants, apartments, music barn and www.nvrpa.org/park/sandy_run/ garden/horticultural area. Other buildings on LFP Lake Fairfax Park 703-690-4392 site, yet to be renovated, may provide for other 1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston The park is open to the public for the purpose of activities such as a visitors center, a blacksmith softball (lit), soccer/football (unlit), amphitheater, education, training, practice, and racing for shop, theatre scene shops and rehearsal space. carousel,campground, tour boat, picnic shelters competitive and recreational sculling and 479 acres, multiple resource park rowing. Only shells and other boats authorized by the Northern Virginia Regional Park Major Fairfax Authority may be launched from the docks or FRA Lee District Park shoreline of Sandy Run. Sandy Run offers a County Parks 6601 Telegraph Road, Franconia facility for team training and competition for softball, soccer/football, tennis, basketball, Olympic, college, high school and club canoe, BLP Burke Lake Park & Golf Course volleyball, trails, treehouse, sprayground, kayak and crew athletes. accessible playground 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station 138 acres, district park volleyball, driving range, 18 hole, par 3, minigolf, Arts Center trails, playground, campgrounds, fishing 883.4 acres, multiple resource park MDP Mason District Park LAC Workhouse Arts Center 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale CJP Clemyjontri Park softball (lit), soccer/football (unlit/lit), basketball 9601 Ox Road, Lorton (lit), tennis (lit), shuffleboard, dog park, www.lortonarts.org 6317 Georgetown Pike, McLean MBG amphitheater, biking/hiking/fitness 703-584-2900 fitness, picnic areas and playgrounds 121.2 acres, district park The Workhouse Arts Center consists of seven studio 18.6 acres, special purpose park buildings, the main galleries and the recently Charlotte, from Vienna, shares a opened Youth Arts Center. Visitors are sketch that she made of the bridge, NWP Nottoway Park encouraged to interact with artists. In addition ELP Ellanor C. Lawrence Park across the pond from the 9537 Courthouse Road, Vienna to visual arts, the Workhouse Arts Center is 5040 Walney Road, Chantilly baseball (lit), soccer/football (lit),basketball (lit), home to performing arts, including theater, film Children’s Garden at Meadowlark baseballl, soccer/football (unlit), basketball (unlit), tennis (lit), trails, picnic community center, nature center, amphitheater, Botanical Gardens. 90.9 acres, district park trails 650 acres, multiple resource park FPF Frying Pan Farm Park RBP Riverbend Park 2717 West Ox Road, Herndon 8700 Potomac Hill Street, Great Falls historic structure, biking/equestrian/hiking trails, nature center, historic structure, biking/equestrian/ open areas, playground hiking trails, picnic areas, craftroom 135.3 acres, multiple resource park 411.2 acres, multiple resource park

GSG Green Spring Gardens SRN Scotts Run Nature Preserve 4603 Green Spring Road, Alexandria 7400 Georgetown Pike, McLean Community Center, historic structure, biking/hiking historic structure, historic/hiking/nature trails, trails, open areas, gardens fishing 30.9 acres, special purpose park 384.3 acres, natural resource park

HPP Hidden Pond Park SRD South Run District 8511 Greeley Boulevard, Springfield 7550 Reservation Drive, Springfield MN tennis (lit), nature center, amphitheater, hiking/ baseball, soccer/football, basketball, tennis, nature trails, playground, fishing recenter, equestrian, playground, swimming The Meredith family came to the Mason Neck 25.6 acres, community park 196 acres, district park State P exploringark, and from wildlife Arlington, spotting. to do some HMP Huntley Meadows Park WFP Wakefield Park & RECenter 3701 Lockheed Boulevard, Alexandria 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale nature center, historic structure, biking/hiking/ softball, soccer/football, basketball, tennis, nature trails, observation tower, boardwalk recenter, biking, fitness trail, skate park 1444.8 acres, natural resource park 292.6 acres, multiple resource park www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ Newconers & Community Guide 2014-15 ❖ 15 A Guide to Fairfax County Parks in the Burke, Parks Fairfax & Fairfax Station/Lorton/Clifton areas

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4 Silverbrook 13 Burke Station 7 9351 Silverbrook Road, Fairfax Sta- 6031 Kerrwood Street, Burke G tion Community Park u Community Park 14 Burke Ridge 5 Newington Heights 9719 Burke Lake Road, Burke 8590 Heller Road, Lorton Neighborhood Park District Park 15 Rolling Valley West 6 Laurel Hill 6512 Sydenstricker Road, Burke 8515 Silverbrook Rd., Lorton Community Park Countywide Park 16 Fair Oaks 7 Old Colchester Preserve 3901 Fair Ridge Drive, Fairfax 10646 Old Colchester Road, Lorton Neighborhood Park Cultural Resource Park 17 Brentwood 8 Lorton West 11903 Appling Valley Road, Fairfax 9800 Ox Road, Lorton Neighborhood Park 9 Lower Potomac 18 Random Hills Patrick Campo (left, of 9515 Richmond Highway, Lorton 11550 Random Hills Road, Fairfax Neighborhood Park Fairfax Station) and 10 Waples Mill Meadow Michael Wentzel (Spring- 11329 Waples Mill Road, Oakton 19 Dixie Hill Multiple Resource Park A pond and small dock are The park offers a profes- field) came to Giles Run 4540 Dixie Hill Road, Fairfax a peaceful feature at the sional grade disc golf Meadow trails to get in a Neighborhood Park 11 Lake Braddock center of the park. course. good bike workout. 20 Villa D’este 3120 Northwood Road, Fairfax 16 ❖ Fairfax Connection ❖ Newconers & Community Guide 2014-15 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Morgan Kret, of Chevy Chase, ready to return her friends’s serve during their Jayden B., from Burke, gets James, from Springfield, comes to the park to play basketball during his tennis ready to kick the ball to lunch hour. practice. one of his companions.

21 Mosby Woods 30 George Mason 39 Twinbrook Road Neighborhood Park 56 Pohick Estates 9813 Five Oaks Road, Fairfax 9700 Braddock Road, Fairfax 5124 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax 48 Ox Hill Battlefield 7450 Pollen Street, Lorton Neighborhood Park Neighborhood Park Neighborhood Park 4134 West Ox Road, Fairfax Community Park Cultural Resource Park 57 Newington Commons 22 East Blake Lane 31 Rutherford 40 Middleridge 8915 Hooes Road, Lorton 9540 Bel Glade Street, Fairfax 4710 Guinea Road, Fairfax 5425a Governor Yeardley Drive, 49 Poburn Woods Neighborhood Park Community Park Community Park Fairfax 6325 Wendy Ann Court, Fairfax Sta- Neighborhood Park tion 58 Mason Neck West 23 Villa Lee 32 University Community Park 10418 Old Colchester Road, Lorton 2901 Hunter Road, Fairfax 10200 Braddock Road, Fairfax 41 Greenfield Community Park Neighborhood Park Community Park 5349 Guinea Road, Fairfax 50 Brimstone Neighborhood Park 6600 Ox Road, Fairfax Station 59 Tattersall 24 Hideaway 33 Olde Forge Neighborhood Park 3405 Miller Heights Road, Oakton 2900 Glenvale Drive, Fairfax 4604 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax 42 Monticello Community Park Neighborhood Park Neighborhood Park 5315 Guinea Road, Fairfax 51 Burke Lake & Golf Course Community Park 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station 60 Oak Marr 25 Towers 34 Surrey Square Multiple Resource Park 3200 Jermantown Road, Oakton 9350 Arlington Boulevard, Fairfax 4819 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax 43 Kings Park West Multiple Resource Park Community Park Neighborhood Park 5216 Pommeroy Drive, Fairfax 52 Lake Mercer Community Park 9500 Silverbrook Road, Fairfax Sta- 61 Borge Street 26 Armistead 35 Country Club View tion 3030 Borge Street, Oakton 8900 Arlington Boulevard, Fairfax 10609 Henrico Street, Fairfax 44 Lakeside Multiple Resource Park Neighborhood Park Neighborhood Park Community Park 5216 Pommeroy Drive, Fairfax Community Park 53 Levell W Dupell 62 Blake Lane School Site 27 Eakin (Mantua Section) 36 Crooked Creek 6812 Newington Road, Lorton 10033 Blake Lane, Oakton 8928 Glenbrook Road, Fairfax 9910 Commonwealth Blvd., Fairfax 45 Herzell Woods Community Park Community Park Neighborhood Park Community Park 5328 Guinea Road, Fairfax Neighborhood Park 54 Mount Air Historic Site 63 Briarwood 28 Smokewood 37 Royal Lake 8600 Accotink Road, Lorton 2830 Zimpel Dr., Fairfax 4120 Whitacre Road, Fairfax 5344 Gainsborough Drive, Fairfax 46 Fairfax Hills Cultural Resource Park Community Park Neighborhood Park Community Park 4304 Holly Lane, Annandale Neighborhood Park 55 Southgate 64 Patriot 29 Ashford East 38 Rolling Woods Estates 7438 Pohick Road, Lorton 12111 Braddock Road, Fairfax 4300 Guinea Road, Fairfax 5208a Marvell Lane, Fairfax 47 Fair Ridge Neighborhood Park District Park Neighborhood Park Neighborhood Park 12300 Meadow Field Drive, Fairfax 65 Mountain Road District 15620 Braddock Road, Fairfax

The youngest members of the The Lucier Family, from Centreville, Stevens family (from Chantilly) say they visit the Burke Lake Golf enjoy Hershey’s ice cream with their Course, together, quite often. The mom at the Burke Lake ice cream parents have been teaching both parlor. kids how to golf for a few years.

Merri works with her dad, to get her line untangled. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ Newconers & Community Guide 2014-15 ❖ 17 Newcomers & Community Guide Running in the Area

Routes and trails in our RESOURCES FOR RUNNERS Fairfax County Trail Buddy neighborhood. http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/trails/

Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail By Abigail Constantino http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/cct/ The Connection Burke Lake Park http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/burkelakepark/ unners in Burke have quick access to Burke Lake Park and Lake Accotink Park, Lake Accotink Park Photos by Abigail Constantino/The Connection Ras well as the Gerry Connolly Cross Coun- http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/lake-accotink/ Hump Day Dash runners meet at the Potomac River try Trail after a short drive. Potomac River Running Store Running Store in Burke on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Gabe Roxas, of Burke, runs 20-30 miles a week. https://potomacriverrunning.com/location/burke/ His regular run is at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Sta- See Mommy Run (Burke) tion, which goes a little over five miles. http://www.seemommyrun.com/va/groupsbycity/Burke For Brian Waite, of Burke, Lake Accotink Park in Springfield, is his go-to loop. He usually runs 20-35 attracts “different types of runners at different places miles a week. in their running.” Jeremy Lynch, of Springfield, is lucky enough not Although the group is diverse, Maera Busa, a to have to drive to hit the trails. From his house, he Potomac River Running Store employee, said that takes the Lake Accotink Trail which connects to the there is no pressure. Runners can go at their own Cross Country Trail. It’s “absolutely fantastic,” he pace. said. The run is usually no more than 50 minutes, and But for those who want to pound the sidewalks goes from the store to the nearby trails and side- and pavements of Burke, Potomac River Running walks in the vicinity. Store of Burke’s Hump Day Dash is a way to run, “There are nice loops with lots of hills to challenge socialize and explore the neighborhood. The weekly yourself. One twenty-three is good because it’s flat. run meets in the store on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. And, if you want to push yourself, you can go all the Different types of runners participate in the run - way on 123,” said Busa. from Boston marathoners to collegiate athletes to After the run, participants can hang out, chat, and complete beginners. Lynch, who has been coming to enjoy free snacks and beverages. The Potomac River The trail at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station is popular these runs for almost two years, said that the event Running Store in Burke is located at 5715 Burke with runners in Burke. Centre Parkway. We have warm hearts for cold noses!

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his summer, residents in the Fairfax Station and Burke areas are having The Doctors of Tfun at Burke Lake Park. Tommy Donelson, 36, was born in Burke and spent most of his life there until Photos by Dillon Roach/The Connection he moved to Los Angeles four years ago. Dis- Tommy Donelson (right), 36, spent the major- BURKE PROFESSIONAL PLAZA appointed with his inability to get a job in pro- ity of his life in Burke but spent the last four fessional comedy, he decided to move back. years in Los Angeles. Now moved back and Welcome you to the community Currently living in Reston, he enjoys the va- currently living in Reston. Dave McDaniel riety of activities and loves that such fun places (left), 38, spent majority of the first 30 years like beaches and mountain trails are only a two around the Burke/Fairfax Station area. hour drive away from his house. “Traffic aside, this area has an incredible amount of things to offer,” Donelson said. Among other attractions – he looks forward to playing golf at the Giles Run range at Laurel Hill. His friend Dave McDaniel, 38, spent 30 years living in the Burke and Fairfax Station areas. The only exception being a short time he spent living in Boston for a few years until he was 9 years old. He recently moved back from Boston back to this area because of the opportunities, being with friends and family and the advantages of the school system. He currently resides in the Fairfax area. Sandy Rogers, 62 of Fairfax Station, has been Met Life, Delta, BCBS/Carefirst there since 1989 when her husband transferred and United Concordia Provider because of his military job. She’s currently re- Weekdays • Saturdays • Evenings tired, but she had previously been a Christian Yoga Expert. 24 Hour Emergency Care She mostly enjoys the area because of its wildlife and all the outdoor activities she can 5631-B Burke Centre Parkway do. Her favorite activities are hiking and see- Burke, VA 22015 ing the animals on trails, especially birds. Her personal favorites are Snowy Egrets and Bald 4600 John Marr Dr., Suite #401 Eagles. Sandy Rogers, 62, of Fairfax Station. Rogers Annandale, VA 22003 lived in the area since 1989 when her husband — Dillon Roach was transferred on his military job. 8998-E Lorton Station Blvd. Lorton, VA 22079

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The Corner of Rt. 123 (Ox Rd.) & Burke Centre Pkwy. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ Newconers & Community Guide 2014-15 ❖ 19 Newcomers & Community Guide Year-round Festivals List compiled by Emma Harris Herndon Kids Triathalon. 7:30 a.m. Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Avenue, Herndon. This kids triathlon gives youngsters an opportunity to compete in one of the fastest A list of annual growing sports in the United States. The event is designed for any youth, ages 6-16, regardless of athletic ability or prior triathlon experience. community Visit www.herndon-va.gov. events in the area. SATURDAY/SEPT. 27 Clarendon Day. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Near Clarendon Photos by Metro station, 3100 Wilson Blvd., Arlington. A celebration of the Clarendon neighborhood and August 2014 a showcase for the people who make the neighborhood great with activities, live SATURDAY/AUG. 30 entertainment and food. Visit

Steve Hibbard Lake Anne Jazz & Blues Festival. 1 p.m. Lake www.clarendon.org/clarendon-day. Anne Plaza (Waterfront), 1609 Washington Reston Multicultural Festival. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Plaza, Reston. Showcasing a variety of talented 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston. A celebration of local emerging artists and national jazz the diversity and community spirit that is found performers. Visit lakeanneplaza.com/event/8th- in Reston, this annual event brings together the annual-jazz-blues-festival/30. people of Reston to celebrate the rich medley of

/The Connection cultures. Visit http:// www.restoncommunitycenter.com/ SATURDAY-SUNDAY/AUG. 30-31 MulticulturalFestival.shtml. War of 1812 Signature Event. Noon-5 p.m. Alexandria Waterfront, 3 Cameron Street, SUNDAY/SEPT. 28 Alexandria. Visitors are invited to delight in interactive historical exhibits, boating activities Walk to End Alzheimer’s. 3 p.m. Reston Town and food trucks. Features a tug-of-war, cricket Center, 11900 Market St., Reston. Walk and match and yacht race as well. 703-746-4242. fundraise to further the care, support and Free. Visit www.visitAlexandriaVA.com/1812 research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. The Sandstorm Ride is a hit at last year’s Burke Centre Festival. This Visit http://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk/ year’s festival will take place Sept. 6 – 7. General?pg=informational&fr_id=5817&type=fr_informational&sid=18124 NatureFest. 1-5 p.m. Runnymede Park, 195 September 2014 8:30 p.m. Sherwood Community Center, 3740 Herndon Parkway, Herndon. Explore various MONDAY/SEPT. 1 - SUNDAY/SEPT. 7 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax and The Auld Shebeen nature stations throughout the park including Irish Pub, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. butterflies, bees, life in the meadow, web of life Annual Workhouse Clay National Ceramics All are invited to enjoy, free of charge, the “pure and much more with live animal shows Exhibition. Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 drop” - the beauty and depth of Irish music, throughout the day. Visit www.herndon-va.gov. Workhouse Way, Lorton. This exhibition dance, language and sport as it has taken root represents the depth and breadth of and come into full flower in our community. contemporary functional and sculptural ceramic Visit http://www.fairfaxva.gov/about-us/ October 2014 artworks being created throughout the country. special-events/fairfax-irish-folk-festival Visit http://www.workhouseceramics.org/ Silver Live Music and Food Truck Festival. THURSDAY/OCT. 2 index.php?p=1_15_Clay-National-2014. 12-10 p.m. 1800 Tysons Blvd., McLean. Listen to 3rd Annual Reston Town Center Help the performances from renowned local and national Homeless Walk. 12 p.m. Reston Town Center, MONDAY/SEPT. 1 acts and find displays of fine arts and a variety 11959 Market St, Reston. Walk from Mayflowers of refreshments to benefit the Spirit of Hope Floral Design Studio on The Promenade to the Herndon Labor Day Festival. 12-6 p.m. Children’s Foundation. Visit http:// Herndon Town Green, 777 Lynn Street, Embry Rucker Community Shelter and back. tysonspartnership.org/event-calendar/tysons- Funds will enable Cornerstones to provide Herndon. Downtown Herndon celebrates Labor world-music-festival/. Day with an annual festival - ºgreat music, a essential resources and services for individuals Lorton’s Fall Festival. 11 a.m. Lorton Station and families in the community who are craft show, food, wineries, micro-brews and Town Center, 8998 Lorton Station Blvd., Lorton culinary demonstrations will all be there. Visit homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Visit . Enjoy a magic booth, pumpkin painting, photo http://www.cornerstonesva.org/events_list/hth. www.herndon-va.gov booth, games, prizes and more. Visit www.lortonstationtowncenter.com/calendar-of- SATURDAY/SEPT. 6 events.html FRIDAY-SUNDAY/OCT. 3-5 Virginia Indian Festival. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fall Wine Festival and Sunset Tour. 6-9 p.m. Riverbend Park, 8700 Potomac Hills Street, SATURDAY-SUNDAY/SEPT. 13-14 Mount Vernon Estate, 3200 George Washington Memorial Pkwy., Mount Vernon. Enjoy live blues Great Falls. Tribal dancing, songs and drumming King Street Art Festival. 10 a.m.-7p.m. make history come alive each September at the and spectacular views of the Potomac River Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Old Town, while sampling wine from 16 Virginia wineries. Virginia Indian Festival at Riverbend Park. Visit King Street, Alexandria. At this community Patriot Beach Ball Balloons at the www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes/ Visitors learn about the successes and failures of festival, art enthusiasts can discover spectacular City of Fairfax’s 47th annual Inde- our Founding Father’s wine endeavors, enjoy quicktakes/#FA14QT7. paintings, life-size sculptures, jewelry, pendence Day last year. live blues music, and meet “George and Martha photography, ceramics and more. Visit Washington” on the Mansion’s piazza. Visit SATURDAY-SUNDAY/SEPT. 6-7 www.artfestival.com/Festivals/ www.mountvernon.org. Alexandria_Festival_of_the_Arts_Alexandria_Virginia_September.ASPX Mount Vernon Colonial Market and Fair. 9 37th Annual Burke Centre Festival. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial a.m.-10 p.m. 6060 Burke Centre Parkway, SATURDAY/OCT. 4 SATURDAY/SEPT. 20 Highway, Mount Vernon. Fifty colonial-attired Burke. Burke Centre’s signature event, which artisans demonstrate 18th-century crafts and sell celebrates the spirit of the community each year Art on the Avenue. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 2301 Mount 5K/10K Dulles Day on the Runway. 7:30 a.m. traditional wares such as baskets, woodcarvings, Vernon Avenue, Alexandria. A multicultural arts with rides, activities and live entertainment for 14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy., Chantilly. tin and ironwork, leatherworkings, weavings, all ages to enjoy. Visit http:// festival celebrating the community’s diversity The full length of the runway will be closed off furniture and much more. Visit http:// through the arts in the Del Ray neighborhood in www.burkecentreweb.com/ for runners to experience a flat, fast course and www.mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/ sub_category_list.asp?category=37&title=Annual+Festival. Alexandria, Virginia. Visit a unique look at the airport grounds. All race calendar/events/colonial-market-fair/ www.artontheavenue.org. proceeds will benefit Special Olympics Virginia, Paint Herndon Celebrate the Arts. 9:30 a.m. - SUNDAY/SEPT. 7 the Committee for Dulles Community Outreach 3:30 p.m. ArtSpace Herndon, 750 Center Street, and the Washington Airports Task Force. Visit Herndon. The annual Paint Herndon event is a SUNDAY/OCT. 5 Reston Triathlon. 7 a.m. Lake Audubon, Twin http://committeefordulles.org/5-10K.html. celebration of the arts and the anniversary of the Branches Road, Reston. Swim, bike and run in McLean Project for the Arts ArtFest. 10 a.m.- Dulles Day Plane Pull. 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Dulles opening of ArtSpace Herndon, complete with a 5 p.m. McLean Central Park, 468 Dolley the “Reston World Championships.” Visit International Airport. Teams of 25 are pitted painting competition. Visit Madison Blvd., McLean. The park is transformed www.restontriathlon.org/tri. against one another to see who can pull a www.artspaceherndon.com/paint-herndon/. into a lively landscape of mini art galleries 164,000+ pound Airbus 12 feet the fastest in showcasing and offering for sale the work of a THURSDAY/SEPT. 11-18 Special Olympics Virginia’s “heaviest” fundraiser. Visit http://www.planepull.com. SATURDAY-SUNDAY/SEPT. 20-21 diverse group of 50 juried artists. Visit www.mpaart.org. 16th Annual Fall for the Book Festival. Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Fest. 12-6 p.m. 8025 2nd Annual Arlington Festival of the Arts. 19th Annual Paws for a Cause 3K Walk. 12 George Mason University, 4400 University Drive, Galleria Drive, McLean. Attend for a day of beer 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Highland Street in the Clarendon Fairfax. A week-long, multiple-venue, regional sippin’, bourbon tastin’, music listenin’, cigar District, Arlington. More than 100 artists will p.m. Weber’s Pet Supermarket, 11021 Lee festival that brings together people of all ages smokin’ and barbecue eatin’. Your admission showcase their work including paintings, Highway, Fairfax. Paws for a Cause benefits and interests. Visit www.fallforthebook.org. buys a sampling glass so you can enjoy all you jewelry, pottery, glass, and much more. Visit Fairfax Pets on Wheels, Inc., an all-volunteer care to taste while attending seminars in the artfestival.com for more. organization dedicated to providing pet visitation to residents of nursing homes and SATURDAY/SEPT. 13 tasting theater and enjoying live music all day. Visit www.tysonspartnership.org/event- 18th Annual CCÉ Irish Folk Festival. Noon- calendar/tysons-bbq-bourbon-and-beer-festival. SUNDAY/SEPT. 21 See Events, Page 21

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Turkey Trot 5K Race. 4 p.m. Herndon Community Center, 814 Events Ferndale Avenue, Herndon. The From Page 20 course takes you through Herndon hospitals since 1987. Centennial Golf Course grass and Visit www.fpow.org/event-685795. paved paths, parts of the W&OD paved trail and vehicular paved road. All canned food will be donated to SATURDAY-SUNDAY/OCT. 11-12 LINK. Visit www.herndon-va.gov Oktober Fest Reston. Reston Town WEDNESDAY/NOV. 19 - SUNDAY/JAN. 4 Center, 11900 Market St., Reston. Enjoy food, wine, beer, live Lights Festival. 7700 Bull Run Drive, entertainment, a carnival and the Centreville. Almost two and a half Anthem Great Pumpkin 5K at miles of light displays and a Holiday Northern Virginia’s largest fall Village to celebrate the season. ºVisit festival. Visit http:// www.bullrunfestivaloflights.com. www.oktoberfestreston.com. FRIDAY/NOV. 28

Photo by Alexandria Tree Lighting. 7-9 p.m. SATURDAY/OCT. 11 Market Square, 301 King St., Fall Festival in Old Town Historic Alexandria. Annual event featuring Fairfax. 10209 Main Street, Fairfax. lighting the City tree, performances and a visit from Santa to open the

What started out as a small market Steve Hibbard for artisans has grown to a festival Christmas season. Visit with over 400 arts, crafts and food www.alexandriava.gov/Calendar. vendors, children’s activities and FRIDAY/NOV. 28 -TUESDAY/JAN. 6 entertainment for all ages. Visit http://www.fairfaxva.gov/about-us/ Christmas in Mount Vernon. 9 a.m. special-events/fall-festival. - 4 p.m. 3200 Mount Vernon

/The Connection Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon. Mount Vernon decks the halls with THURSDAY-SATURDAY/OCT. 16-NOV. 1 themed Christmas trees on the estate Great Pumpkin Gathering. 6-10 and festive greenery in the Mansion. p.m. 1800 Tysons Blvd., McLean. Visit www.mountvernon.org/ Artisan pumpkin carvers showcase a christmas. dazzling display of pumpkin art beyond your wildest imagining. Visit www.tysonspartnership.org. December 2014 Daniela Sykes, 29, makes a flower balloon for Daniela Berrios, 3, of Lorton, at last MONDAY/DEC. 1 FRIDAY-SUNDAY/OCT. 17-19 year’s 4th of July celebration in Lorton. Church Street Holiday Stroll. 6-9 19th Annual Craftsmen’s Fall Herndon Community Center, 814 upcoming.htm Arlington. About 5,000 visitors p.m. Freeman House and Store, 131 Classic Art & Craft Festival. 10 Ferndale Avenue, Herndon. Enjoy attend the annual remembrance Church St. N.E., Vienna. Enjoy fun a.m.-6 p.m. Dulles Expo Center, 4320 ghoulish games, a spooky craft and a ceremonies in the Memorial family-friendly activities including a Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly. children’s show. Visit www.herndon- TUESDAY/NOV. 11 Amphitheater. Visit visit from Santa, petting zoo, free hot Features original designs and work va.gov. Arlington National Cemetery www.arlingtoncemetery.mil. chocolate and roasting marshmallows from hundreds of talented artists and Veterans Day Ceremony. at supervised bonfires. Visit craftspeople from across America. Arlington National Cemetery, SATURDAY/NOV. 22 www.viennava.gov. Visit http://www.gilmoreshows.com/ SATURDAY/OCT. 25 craftsmens_classics_chantilly_fall.shtml. Volunteer Fest 2014. A region-wide day of community service that SATURDAY/OCT. 18 mobilizes hundreds of volunteers to help nonprofits accomplish tasks that Historic Hallows Eve. 4 p.m. Sully they would not have the time or Historic Site, 3650 Historic Sully resources to do on their own. Visit Way, Chantilly. Experience the http://www.volunteerfairfax.org/ traditions of Virginians in the 18th non-profits/volunteerfest.php for and 19th centuries by celebrating All times and locations. Hallows Eve with storytelling, Clifton Haunted Trail. 7-10 p.m. fortune telling, fall foods and family Chapel Road, Clifton. A terrifying gatherings. Visit http:// annual event that winds through www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/sully- Clifton’s 8 Acre Park. Visit historic-site. cliftonhauntedtrail.com. Air and Scare. 2-7 p.m. Steven F. SATURDAY-SUNDAY/OCT. 18-19 Udvar-Hazy Center, 14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy., Chantilly. See Claude Moore Colonial Farm 1771 the spooky side of air and space at Market Fair. 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. the annual Halloween event. Arrive 6310 Georgetown Pike, McLean. in costume for safe indoor trick-or- Warm yourself by the fires and enjoy treating, creepy crafts, spooky the splendor of autumn with crisp science experiments and other local apples, warm savory meat pies Halloween-themed activities. Visit and hearty breads, or let Market Fair http://airandspace.si.edu/events/air- entertainers, tradesmen and the and-scare/. militia amuse and educate you. Visit www.1771.org. Tysons Harvest Festival. 12-6 p.m. WEDNESDAY/OCT. 29 1800 Tysons Blvd., McLean. Stroll 68th Annual Vienna Halloween through the arts and crafts booths Parade. 7 p.m. Maple Avenue, and taste some of the fun flavors of Vienna. With the theme of fall. Visit http:// “Celebrating the Tradition of Vienna tysonspartnership.org/event- Girls Sports,” come in costume to calendar/tysons-harvest-festival. celebrate Halloween. Visit www.viennava.gov. SUNDAY/OCT. 19 Neighbors Feeding Neighbors 5K. 9 a.m. 7925 Jones Branch Dr., November 2014 McLean. Even though Northern SATURDAY/NOV. 1 Virginia is considered one of the wealthiest jurisdictions in the The Robinson Marketplace. 10 country, we still face a poverty rate a.m.-4 p.m. 5305 Sideburn Road, of about 5 percent - more than Fairfax. Shop at over 80 vendors at 90,000 people are living in poverty the Holiday Market, raffle and silent and 30 percent are children. Come auction sponsored by the Robinson run or walk to help feed our Secondary School PTSA. Visit neighbors. Visit https:// www.robinsonptsa.org. Water Fitness Classes runsignup.com/Race/VA/McLean/ NeighborsFeedingNeighbors5K. TUESDAY/NOV. 4 Available Election Day. General Election. Visit FRIDAY/OCT. 24 www.sbe.virginia.gov/ and Spooktacular. 6:30-8:30 p.m. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/ www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ Newconers & Community Guide 2014-15 ❖ 21 Newcomers & Community Guide Getting to Know South County Sports Softball team won the 2014 6A state championship.

South County High School Mascot: Stallions. School Colors: Navy blue, forest green and silver. Athletic Director: Leah Conte, 703-446-1675. Football Coach: Gerry Pannoni (fourth season). Connection file photo The Stallions finished the 2013 season with a 9- 3 record, losing to eventual state champion Centreville in the region quarterfinals. Volleyball Coach: Trista Barnhart. Field Hockey Coach: Nina Pannoni. Boys’ Basketball Coach: Travis Hess. Girls’ Basketball Coach: Tiffany Lockett. Baseball Coach: Robbie Smith. Softball Coach: Gary Dillow. Rival School: Hayfield. The South County softball team won the 2014 6A state championship. What Happened Last Year: The field hockey team went 18-3, won the Confer- gion semifinals. Freshman gymnast Collea championship. The softball team won the team won the conference title. The boys’ ence 7 championship and reached the re- Burgess won the 6A North region all-around 6A state championship. The boys’ lacrosse soccer team finished conference runner-up. Getting to Know Woodson High Sports Boys’ basketball team repeated as region champion.

Woodson boys’ basketball W.T. Woodson High players and fans celebrate School the Cavaliers’ Mascot: Cavaliers. 2014 region School Colors: Navy blue and white. championship. Athletic Director: Dan Checkosky, 703-503- 4681. Football Coach: Mike Dougherty (first year). The Cavaliers won three of their final four Connection games in 2013 and finished with a 3-7 record. file photo Volleyball Coach: Len Palaschak. Boys’ Basketball Coach: Doug Craig. Field Hockey Coach: Meg Jarrell. Girls’ Lacrosse Coach: Patrick Mahler.

What Happened Last Year: The field hockey team qualified for regionals. The boys’ basketball team repeated as region champion. The girls’ lacrosse team won the Conference 7 championship. The From Mirza Kurspahic’s 2006 profile for school basketball with more than 600 wins.” From Kurspahic’s 2006 profile for The boys’ lacrosse team reached the region The Connection’s Top 100 Athletes: “Team- v20. Andy Heck, a 1985 graduate, was a Connection’s Top 100 Athletes: “With 37 quarterfinals. work and defensive brilliance defined the two-way football standout for the Cavaliers. seconds left to go in the 2002 lacrosse From The Connection’s Top 100 Ath- high school and college basketball careers He went on to play tight end and offensive state final, Woodson was losing by a letes: of Tommy Amaker, a 1983 Woodson grad. tackle for Notre Dame, winning a national goal to Rockbridge County. The Cava- v8. Tommy Amaker, a 1983 graduate, His basketball mind took him from championship with the Fighting Irish after liers would equal the score, and go on was a standout point guard for the Cava- Woodson to Duke as a player, and from the 1988 season. to win the state championship in over- liers. He went on to play at Duke Uni- Duke to Seton Hall to the University of The Seahawks selected Heck in the first time, thanks to a champion effort on the versity before he became a college coach. Michigan as a coach. round of the 1989 draft. part of Ashley McCulloch, a freshman.” After stops at Duke (assistant), Seton ‘Tommy Amaker is the best pure point v50. Ashley McCulloch, a 2005 graduate, v69. Brandon Corso, a 1992 gradu- Hall (head coach) and Michigan (head guard to ever play in Northern Virginia,’ said was a lacrosse star for the Cavaliers. She ate, was a standout quarterback for the coach), Amaker became the head coach Red Jenkins, the former Woodson coach, played collegiately at the University of Vir- Cavaliers. He played collegiately at Mis- at Harvard. and one of the winningest coaches in high ginia. souri.

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Then-senior Jack Bass won the 2014 152-pound state championship, Then-junior AJ Alexander and the Lake Braddock boys’ basketball team helping the Robinson wrestling team win its third state title in four reached the 2014 state tournament. years. Getting to Know Lake Braddock, Robinson Sports

ins. He went on to win NCAA titles and an Braddock. She competed collegiately at the grade gym class. He said he had fun throw- Lake Braddock: Un- Olympic gold medal. University of Virginia. ing the discus and the shot put. However, From Mirza Kurspahic’s 2006 profile for 100. Sarah Spring, a gymnast and 1999 when he began his high school competition, defeated boys’ tennis The Connection’s Top 100 Athletes: “Not to graduate, won three straight state champi- Muzzio said it did not appear he would get say that Johnson lacked standout track ath- onships on the vault. big enough to really compete in those team wins state title. lete status at Lake Braddock, and not that events. He said his coach at Robinson, three individual state titles won in high Maynard Heins, saw the potential in school are an easy feat to accomplish, but Robinson: Wrestling Muzzio, so he began to teach him proper they pale in comparison to what he went technique for different events. He said Lake Braddock on to do afterwards. Johnson went on to team captured dis- Muzzio would have to do all of the events, Secondary School win college titles at the University of North not just one. Carolina and Olympic gold in Atlanta in trict, region and state However, Muzzio went on to win state Mascot: Bruins. 1996. and other titles as a discus thrower. He won School Colors: Purple and gold. championships. Athletic Director: Mark Martino, 703-426-1001. He was a seven-time U.S. outdoor cham- the Virginia State Outdoor discus titles in Football Coach: Jim Poythress (11th season). pion, a four-time world outdoor champion, 1981 and 1982. In 1981 he became a Na- The Bruins won their fifth consecutive district/ a four-time U.S. indoor champion and a tional Junior Olympic Discus Champion and conference championship and went undefeated during the 2013 regular season. Lake Braddock three-time world indoor champion.” James W. Robinson in 1982 he won the Dogwood Relays Dis- reached the region semifinals before losing to 4. Mia Hamm, a 1989 graduate, is one of cus Championship. Westfield and ending its season with a 12-1 record. the greatest women’s soccer players of all Secondary School That same year, Muzzio became the U.S. Volleyball Coach: Aubrey Eaton. time. She played at Lake Braddock for one Junior National Decathlon Champion in Field Hockey Coach: Marie Bounds. Mascot: Rams. Cross Country Coach: Michael Mangan. season after transferring from a high school School Colors: Blue and gold. Indiana, and then a Junior Pan American Boys’ Basketball Coach: Brian Metress. in Texas, and helped the Bruins win the Athletic Director: Jeff Ferrell, 703-426-2126. Games Decathlon Champion - setting the Girls’ Basketball Coach: John Giannelli. 1989 state championship. She went on to Football Coach: Scott Vossler (first year). new record for the championship - in Ven- The Rams finished the 2013 season with an 8-3 Baseball Coach: Jody Rutherford. star for the University of North Carolina and ezuela. Softball Coach: George Rumore. record, including a playoff victory over Patriot High Rival School: Robinson. the U.S. Women’s National Team. School. Vossler is Robinson’s fourth head coach in v9. Chris Warren, a 1985 graduate, was a From Kurspahic’s 2006 profile for The five years. standout running back for the Rams. He What Happened Last Year: The boys’ cross Connection’s Top 100 Athletes: ‘She is a Volleyball Coach: Jill Cross. played collegiately at the University of Vir- Boys’ Basketball Coach: Brian Nelson. country team finished 6A state runner-up, household name. Across the globe, girls who Girls’ Basketball Coach: T.J. Dade. ginia and Ferrum College before the Seattle led by second-place finisher Alex Corbett. play soccer strive to be her, while female Wrestling Coach: Bryan Hazard. Seahawks selected him in the fourth round The girls’ cross country team took third in athletes who play other sports look up to Baseball Coach: John James. of the 1990 NFL Draft. He played 11 sea- the state. Hannah Christen finished second her. Mia Hamm is the face of women’s soc- Boys’ Soccer Coach: Robert Garza. sons with the Seahawks, Dallas Cowboys Rival School: Lake Braddock. among individuals, and Katy Kunc placed cer and an advocate of women’s sports.” and Philadelphia Eagles, earning three trips third. The boys’ basketball team repeated 10. Hubert Davis, a 1988 graduate, was What Happened Last Year: The wrestling to the Pro Bowl. In 1994, he rushed for as district/conference champion, finished a basketball and football standout for the team won its third state championship in 1,545 yards and nine touchdowns with Se- region runner-up and qualified for the state Bruins. He went on to play hoops at the four years. attle. The following season, he ran for 1,346 tournament. The boys’ tennis team went University of North Carolina before the New The gymnastics team won the Conference yards and 15 touchdowns. undefeated, winning the state title. The York Knicks selected him in the first round 5 championship. The boys’ lacrosse team v38. Mike Imoh, a 2002 graduate, was a girls’ soccer team won the Conference 7 of the 1992 NBA Draft. Davis played 12 sea- won the state title. standout running back for the Rams. He championship and reached the region semi- sons in the NBA with the Knicks, Dallas From The Connection’s Top 100 Athletes: rushed for 2,077 yards and 28 touchdowns finals, where the Bruins lost in penalty kicks Mavericks, Washington Wizards, Detroit v7. Rob Muzzio, a 1982 graduate, was a as a senior and helped Robinson capture to eventual state champion Battlefield. The Pistons, Toronto Raptors and New Jersey track and football standout for the Rams. the 2001 state championship. He played softball team won the conference title, fin- Nets. He attended George Mason University and collegiately at Virginia Tech. ished region runner-up and qualified for the 14. Ed Moses, a 1998 graduate, was a became the first decathlete to win back-to- v65. Bob DeProspero, a 1981 graduate, state tournament. state-champion swimmer for the Bruins back national championships. was a three-time state champion wrestler From The Connection’s Top 100 Athletes: who went on to Olympic glory. From Mirza Kurspahic’s 2006 profile for for the Rams. 3. Allen Johnson, a 1989 graduate, was a 63. Cathron Birge, a 1986 graduate, was The Connection’s Top 100 Athletes: “Muzzio vMeghan McCarthy, a 1992 graduate, was state-champion track athlete for the Bru- a state-champion track athlete for Lake took interest in track and field in eighth a state-champion runner for the Rams. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ Newconers & Community Guide 2014-15 ❖ 23 703-978-5660 www.northernvirginiasmiles.com Dr. James L. Gyuricza Dr. Melanie Wilson Hartman Dear Neighbors,

We would like to take this opportunity to introduce She embraces our core dedication to providing the you to Dr. Mary Speicher who is joining our practice highest quality dental care, utilizing the most advanced as an associate. Dr. Speicher is originally from techniques and materials, and striving to provide a Northeastern Pennsylvania. She graduated from the patient-centered environment characterized by University of Scranton with a BS in Biophysics in 1985 education, comfort and trust. Dr. Speicher will be a and continued her studies at Temple University participating dentist for Delta Dental and United School of Dentistry, receiving her DMD in 1989. Dr. Concordia. Speicher has been in private practice for 26 years. We are excited to have Dr. Speicher with us and are She is dedicated to continuing education, having confident that she will have a bright future with our furthered her education to include sedation dentistry, office. Thank you for the many referrals of your family implants, invisalign, periodontal laser therapy, bone and friends and for the continued support. grafting and periodontal surgery. Dr. Speicher’s With warm regards, training and personal dedication will complement Drs. James L. Gyuricza and and enhance our office. Melanie W. Hartman and Staff Burke Professional Center, 5212-B Lyngate Ct., Burke, VA 22015

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