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“It’s great for the community to be a part of this.” All Aboard in Burke — Supervisor John Cook (R-Braddock) ‘Whistle Stop’ marks opening of Amtrak’s Northeast Regional Train Service.

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mtrak officials joined local poli- ticians Wednesday, Sept. 30 at Athe Burke Centre Station to cel- Photo by ebrate the official launch of Amtrak’s Northeast Regional train service.

The ceremony, attended by Board of Su- Justin Fanizzi pervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova (D-At large), Supervisor John Cook (R-Braddock) and Del. David Marsden (D-41), was part of a six-stop “Whistle Stop Train Tour” em- barked upon by Amtrak leaders to deliver /The Connection the train to Lynchburg. “Today, we mark another addition to the range of transportation options we offer,” said Ellen Kamilakis, Fairfax County Depart- ment of Transportation spokesman. “VRE riders will now be able to go into the dis- trict mid-day, and the serviced will open up Amtrak leaders and local officials cut the ribbon for the Northeast Regional Service at Burke Centre Station. central Virginia to this part of the state and vice-versa.” gional, which originates in Lynchburg and the Burke Centre Station, to travel from Union Station in Washington, D.C. After The service is part of a three-year, $17 ends at Union Station in Washington, D.C. their homes to destinations as far north as three years, the state will evaluate the suc million pilot program in which the state The partnership allows residents near Vir- Boston by transferring from the VRE line to funds the operation of the Northeast Re- ginia Railway Express (VRE) stations, like an Amtrak line at the Alexandria station or See Northeast, Page 9 Scout Receives Medal for Actions To Save Family Burke youth helps evacuate family members during 2008 fire. he Boy Scouts of America National Court of Honor awarded TNicholas Peevy the Medal of Merit for his quick action in sav- ing his family from a laundry room fire. On May 26, 2008, Nick, 14, and his family had just returned from a weekend trip with a big load of laundry. The clothes were being washed and dried in the laundry room on the first floor when Nick walked by and saw smoke and flames. He ran upstairs announcing that there was a fire and proceeded to make sure everyone got out of the house. His mother was already out front and Nick told her to call 911. After mak- ing sure that his two sisters also got outside, Nick ran to a neighbor’s house across the street and grabbed a fire extinguisher. The neighbors also called 911. Meanwhile, Nick’s step-father, David DeClark, had gone downstairs with a fire extinguisher and was dampening the fire when Nick came back. Smoke was everywhere, but Nick knew he could not leave his father there alone and went back in the house to get him. Just then, the fire company arrived and finished off the job. Nick used his Boy Scout fire safety training instinctively by making evacuation the priority. He also managed to close the doors around the ground floor to contain the fire if it grew. His step-father cited Nick’s “razor-sharp calm” in dealing with this emergency. By staying calm

Donated Photo Donated At a recent National Court of Honor, Boy Scout Nicholas Peevy, a member of Troop and displaying the courage to go back in the house, Nick made a big 1523, received a Medal of Merit for his actions in helping his family evacuate their difference in the outcome of this situation. Nick is a member of Troop home during a May 2008 fire. Nicholas is shown here with his family during the 1523 sponsored by Parkwood Baptist Church of Annandale. He is the ceremony. son of Mary Peevy-DeClark and Paul Peevy. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Burke Connection ❖ October 8-14, 2009 ❖ 3 Week in Burke News Bulova Makes Plea for 95/395 HOT Lanes Project 3 on Ballot in 37th District Race Fairfax County Chairman Sharon Bulova (D-At- large) wrote a strongly-worded letter to Virginia Gov. Bulova: Address traffic woes. Tim Kaine (D) last month, asking the commonwealth David L. Bulova to continue work on the high occupancy toll [HOT] What is the most significant issue facing North- Age: 40 lanes project for interstates 95 and 395. ern Virginia? Residence: Fairfax Party Affiliation: The Virginia Department of Transportation recently Our long-term economic vitality is linked to address- ing our regional transportation needs and providing our Democrat announced that the project had to be put on hold Education: Master because turmoil in the financial markets would make children a world-class education. While we are faced with of public administra- it difficult to secure bonds to fund construction. tough budget decisions, these must be made strategically tion, Virginia Tech; and protect the core services that are essential to our B.A., government, Col- The halt in the 395/95 project would have no im- lege of William and pact on those HOT lanes planned for the Capital quality of life. Additional areas where I have focused in- Mary; Robinson Sec- Beltway, which are already under construction. clude protecting consumers from identity theft, conserv- ondary, Fairfax Under the HOT lanes concept, buses, vans and cars ing our natural resources, and ensuring that our police Occupation: Se- and firefighters have the resources to keep us safe. nior environmental that carry a certain number of passengers would be planner, AMEC Earth & able to travel on newly built express sections of the How would you address this issue? Environmental, Inc. 395/95 interstate for free. But unlike the popular high- Adequate, sustainable funding for transportation is criti- Family: Married to David L. Bulova cal. However, even in the current economy, there are ac- Gretchen Bulova; Chil- occupancy-vehicle [HOV] lanes currently in use, dren include Alex, 12; Josette,10; and Grayson, 1 single-rider vehicles could also use the “fast” lanes, if tions we can take to use our resources more effectively. drivers are willing to pay a toll. Specifically, I have strongly supported efforts to better The amount of the toll would fluctuate, depending coordinate transportation and land use and successfully on traffic congestion. During the peak hours of travel, spearheaded legislation to save our schools money by man of the Fairfax County Consumer Protection Com- it would be higher to discourage large numbers of eliminating unnecessary administrative requirements. mission. people from clogging the express HOT lanes. At times Formulas that short-change Fairfax must also be ad- If you could say one thing to voters, what of light traffic, it would be lower. dressed, and I have led the effort to change the road main- would it be? The 395/95 HOT lanes would stretch from tenance formula. It is an incredible honor to serve and represent you Spotsylvania County to Arlington County, ending at What qualifies you for the office? in Richmond. As your delegate, I have worked hard the Pentagon. Construction was expected to start this I care deeply about the community I grew up in, and to be open and accountable. I am proud of what we summer before Virginia delayed the project. where my wife and I are now raising our three children. have accomplished together, including legislation to But the region, particularly parts of Fairfax County It is important to listen and engage constituents in the protect consumers when their personal information affected by the military’s base realignment and clo- decision making process. I have put this belief into prac- has been compromised, conserve trees during devel- sure process, need the project to move forward, ac- tice with frequent newsletters, informal office hours and opment and safeguard our drinking water supply. I cording to Bulova. town hall meetings. My background in environmental ask for your support so that together we can build an “It is very important that the project’s commitment planning has also enabled me to serve as a leader on even stronger community. to public transit and to commuter parking continue water resources, energy, and open space issues. Who are your political heroes/influences? to move forward regardless of the delay in the larger What differentiates you from your My mother for teaching me the value of listening project,” wrote the chairman in her letter to Kaine opponent(s)? and the importance of engaging citizens in the deci- dated Sept. 15. I bring a can-do attitude and a diverse background of sion-making process. Former Gov. Gerald Baliles, who Specifically, Bulova asked that Virginia carry public and private sector experience. I am passionate exemplified the ethic that democracy isn’t about lofty through with acquiring a piece of land in central about public service and have worked hard to make our campaign speeches, but our willingness to engage in Springfield for a commuter parking lot that was sup- community an even better place to live. For seven years, honest debate to solve very complicated problems. posed to be built as part of the HOT lanes project. my wife and I organized our community’s National Night Finally, any candidate with the resolve to stay posi- Fairfax County has committed to purchase the former Out crime prevention program. I also serve on the Brain tive and talk about the issues even in the face of nega- Circuit City site on Old Keene Mill Road and is count- Injury Services Board of Trustees and was a former chair- tive attacks. ing on the commonwealth to acquire other property, where the former Long John Silver’s restaurant stands and a service station sits, so plans for the new com- muter lot can move forward. DeCarlo: Small business key. Even without the HOT lanes in place, a new com- Christopher DeCarlo What is the most significant issue facing North- muter parking lot in central Springfield could be used Age: 50 ern Virginia? Town of resi- by “sluggers,” commuters who drivers pick up before From the perspective of a small business owner, the dence: Fairfax getting on the interstate in order to take advantage Party Affiliation: loss of mom and pop small businesses, discouragement of HOV lanes, which move at a much fast pace than Independent of entrepreneurship because of over regulation and taxa- Education: regular lanes of traffic on 395 and 95. tion. Marshall High School, Fairfax County is also deeply concerned about pro- How would you address this issue? Falls Church; Georgia posals to divide the 395/95 project up to two parts. Institute of Technology; 1) Interjecting common sense and street experience. Some officials have floated the idea of constructing George Mason Univer- 2) Not being handicapped and constrained by party sity. an initial phase that only runs HOT lanes up to the affiliation and debts to special interest groups. Family: Kathleen 95/395 interchange with the Capital Beltway in What qualifies you for the office? What qualities do DeCarlo, children: Springfield and not all the way to the Pentagon. Catherine, 3; Vince, 4; you bring? In her letter, Bulova said a truncated HOT lanes Mike, 8; John, 10; and 1) Small business experience of working in the com- MaryJane, 11 project would significantly diminish the benefits to Christopher petitive market of supply and demand. Skepticism about Employer and Oc- DeCarlo Fairfax residents and wreak havoc on the county’s cupation: Fairfax what government regulation and administration accom- local road network. Propane, small business plishes in the business community. In particular, the military’s decision to relocate 6,000 owner 2) Independence, creativity and problem solving skills. employees, many of whom are expected to come form What differentiates you from your south of Fairfax, to the Mark Center in the City of opponent(s)? But laws have become very complex and the com- Alexandria was based on the assumption that the HOT The ability to speak for the small business person and plexity decreases our protection because the govern- lanes project would add some transit and general traf- to apply the small business characteristics of efficiency ment makes, interprets and enforces the laws and fic capacity at the 395 interchange with Seminary and customer service into government regulation and excludes us from the process. Road. administration. Growth and development of small business is be- See News Briefs, Page 15 If you could say one thing to voters, what ing stymied by excess regulation and taxation. Small would it be? One purpose of laws is to protect us from government. See Christopher DeCarlo, Page 5 4 ❖ Burke Connection ❖ October 8-14, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Prescription Discount Cards Supervisor Patrick Herrity (R-Springfield) is pushing Fairfax County to sign up for a prescription drug discount card program, which he said could provide Fairfax residents cost savings on critical medica- Christopher DeCarlo (I) tion. From Page 4 he started a small business. Later, he applied his Herrity said a working group was set up in June 2008 to study the leadership skills to effectively lead the nation. issue of prescription discount card. He is asking that the group report back to the supervisors with some recommendations before the Fairfax business improves the community quality of life County board’s November meeting. and should be encouraged. Also Running “There are several companies that provide these services and hun- Who are your political heroes/influences? Anna Choi, an Independent Green candidate, is also on dreds of localities throughout the country are taking advantage of these Harry Truman because he came from humble the ballot for the 37th District House of Delegates seat. cost saving programs for their residents,” said Herrity at the Oct. 5 origins to lead the country. Like many Americans She did not return a questionnaire in time for publication. Board of Supervisors meeting Oct. 5. — Julia O’Donoghue

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Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 tributed mightily to my health and energy ment, I urge the women reading this to be sure — Mary Kimm [email protected] throughout my treatment. that they are taking care of themselves, for [email protected] Barbara Parkinson Employment Advertising 703-778-9413 What You See pense of our individuality. of Virginia and I urge others to do McClure’s making family life edu- [email protected] The person who has these quali- the same. cation an opt-in, rather than opt- Is What You Get ties is Sen. Ken Cuccinelli (R-37) out procedure; 3) denying gay stu- Editor & Publisher of Fairfax. He is not only a man Theodore E. Byers dents the right to form clubs. Mr. Mary Kimm To the Editor: 703-778-9433 who is dedicated to family values Annandale Cuccinelli may use the “Don’t [email protected] History has a way of repeating but also to other matters that ef- Tread on Me” flag motto repre- itself. As a “senior citizen” of 86 Editor in Chief fect our everyday life. Some of senting “less intrusive” govern- Steven Mauren years, I recall the last great depres- these issues are transportation, History Matters ment, but he, along with Dick Managing Editors sion of 1929-41. There are many Steve Hibbard, Michael O’Connell, education and, as he has shown To the Editor: Black, tried to stop a student run Kemal Kurspahic similarities between that era and most recently in his Having received one too many health fair at George Mason Uni- Photography: today. In attempting to obtain re- Robbie Hammer, Louise Krafft, calling for the legis- mailers declaring Bob McDonnell versity in 2005. He has had a long Craig Sterbutzel lief from the economic crises, the Letters lature to “fix” a prob- (R) NoVa’s or Fairfax’s Own, espe- history of contempt for K-12 edu- Art/Design: federal government resorted to Geovani Flores, Laurence Foong, lem with our criminal cially on the issue of education, I cation, calling administrators John Heinly, Wayne Shipp, measures that only exacerbated laws, public safety. feel compelled to write. Bob “educrats” and deeming funds John Smith the problem and which were con- Production Manager: With Ken Cuccinelli, what you McDonnell, like his running mate, spent on Fairfax students as out of Jean Card trary to free market principles. see is what you get. He does not Ken Cuccinelli (R), have a long line despite the fact the Fairfax They also compromised the indi- shift his opinions and views with history of blocking and/or not sup- County ranks in the middle in the CIRCULATION: 703-778-9427 vidual freedom of the citizens. each passing breeze. For those porting funding for public educa- metropolitan area on per-pupils Circulation Manager: Because of this history, it is impor- Ann Oliver who say that one must “compro- tion, both K-12 and universities, pending but ranks at the top for tant that we, when choosing our mise” more, let me point out that and imposing their ideology on SAT scores. candidates for office, consider CONNECTION NEWSPAPERS, Ken Cuccinelli was the only mem- public students. More importantly, both men L.L.C. their dedication to the principles ber of his party to win re-election Reviewing the legislative history have consistently voted against Peter Labovitz of our republic as set forth in the President/CEO two years ago in the highly “Demo- of Mr. McDonnell (1994-2005) funds allocated toward K-12 edu- Constitution. crat/Blue” area of Northern Vir- and Sen. Cuccinelli (2002-09) cation and universities. In the Mary Kimm In this “off year” election in Vir- Publisher/Chief Operating Officer ginia. For those Democrats that brought back a flood of memories 2001 Special Session, Mr. 703-778-9433 ginia we have an opportunity to still claim adherence to of Richmond’s unwarranted and McDonnell did not vote for Del. [email protected] elect as “our lawyer” (attorney Jeffersonian principles, which continued intrusion into our Jim Dillard’s bill providing rev- Jerry Vernon general) a gentleman who has Jefferson are you following? Is it schools and universities, while at enue for public K-12 and universi- Executive Vice President both the temperament and the [email protected] the great Virginian Thomas the same time failing to ad- ties. In 2004, both Bob McDonnell dedication to the principles of free- Jefferson, author of the Declara- equately fund them. Rather than and Ken Cuccinelli voted against Wesley DeBrosse dom under the Constitution. This Controller tion of Independence or is it addressing real educational issues, the budget bill funding schools, a is particularly important since, former U.S. Rep. William Jefferson Mr. McDonnell co-patroned such bill supported by the business Debbie Funk during the current crisis, the presi- National Sales of Louisiana who gives new mean- failing bills as 1) former Dick community and forged in a com- 703-778-9444 dent and those surrounding him ing to “cold cash.” Black’s requiring school boards to promise with then Gov. Warner [email protected] seem to be taking advantage of the Again, this year, I am support- make sure students understood and moderate Republicans such as situation to exercise the power of ing Sen. Ken Cuccinelli for attor- why they had a moment of silence the federal government at the ex- ney general of the Commonwealth each day; 2) former Del. Roger See Letters, Page 7 6 ❖ Burke Connection ❖ October 8-14, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Letters

From Page 6 mindset of Richmond in the 1990s. Paints Gloomy Scenario,” Sept. 17- One of the most destructive, long- 23, 2009] trying to cut the grass former Sens. John Chichester lasting policies was the introduc- in the median in front of West and Russell Potts and Del. Jim tion of Standards of Learning that Springfield High School were as Dillard. These men understood were so poorly drafted and so laughable as they were pathetic. that in order to succeed, Virginia clearly biased that superinten- Beyond the fact that poor, hapless had to invest in its schools. dents traveled from all over the Albo was trying to cut foot tall Despite Mr. McDonnell’s claims state to object at the first hearing. grass with a weed whacker, it’s in a benefit concert event for that he will get more Fairfax Thankfully, our more courageous pathetic that a photo op in the lo- CrossLink and three Prince William County clinics County students into our top uni- teachers did not “teach to the test” cal newspaper was the most cre- Saturday, October 17, 7 p.m. versities, he cannot do this unless but encouraged creative and ana- ative response these two politi- Hylton Memorial Chapel he is willing to replace the funds lytical thought, preserving our cians could come up with for the Woodbridge, VA our universities receive from out- strong school system. My fear is grass-cutting problem. 703.534.5465 of state students, who pay three that should these two gentlemen Has Herrity attempted to utilize times the in-state tuition. In 1995, be elected, we would revert right the excess capacity in the county crosslinkinternational.net McDonnell co-patroned former back to those times and have to lawn-cutting regime to apply to Sen. Jay O’Brien’s failing bill that begin the slow climb back like we selective places such as medians would make the in-state ratio 67 did under Gov. Warner. These in front of schools and other high percent. Although Sen. O’Brien gentlemen’s past legislative history priority sites? Did either of these PANSIES and Del. Tim Hugo continued to and ideology do matter and we, supposedly business-loving politi- ¢ introduce bills mandating more in- the voters, should pay attention cians think of asking the lawn ser- state students, they never included especially given our belief in a vice companies to donate some SALE REG. $1.99 97 the funding necessary to replace strong educational system and cuttings in between the state cut- Pumpkins, Corn Stalks & Halloween out-of-state tuition. Richmond desire to get our children into the tings for the good public relations only provides 8 percent of our col- top universities in the nation. that would result? 25% OFF leges’ funding. Unless Richmond No. After 16 years in the Gen- BONSAI 25% OFF is willing to fund our top universi- Lu Ann Maciulla McNabb eral Assembly, Albo’s only stated ORCHIDS ties adequately, they will continue Centreville solution to the lack of state fund- LL on their go-it-alone path, relying ing for Northern Virginia is to wait CACTI A on corporate, alumni and non- Time To Change for re-apportionment of seats in Trees, Perennials, profit donations and yes, accept- the General Assembly. We need a SUPER SPECIALS Shrubs, Statues, ing more out-of-state students. To the Editor: lot more than that. It’s time for a (Selected) What most concerns me, how- The recent pictures in the Con- change. 50% OFF Fountains, Benches, ever, is that although Mr. nection of Supervisor Pat Herrity Magnolias, Butterfly Birdbaths McDonnell claims his “thesis” is (R-Springfield) and Del. Dave Albo Bill Scarpetti Bushes, Japanese irrelevant, it represents the (R-42) [ “Transportation Secretary West Springfield Maples, Crape Myrtles, SHREDDED Hollies, Birch, Laurels HARDWOOD MULCH Indoor Plastic Pots 3 CU. FT. Bag $2 99 75% OFF Bulk Mulch Lowest Priced • Highest Quality Halloween Decoration $ 99 19 Reg $2999 cu yd Reg 5.99 - 12.99 99¢ Used Railroad Tie#1 17.99 ANNUALS & Flowering Super 75% OFF PATIO TROPICALS Price ALL POTTERY FREE 60–75% OFF Cut! You don’t have go to Williamsburg Landscape & for pottery, it’s all at Hardscape Cravens in Northern Virginia Estimates PATIOS, WALLS, WALKWAYS, PAVER We’re in your neighborhood, just minutes away. DRIVEWAYS & SO MUCH SINCE 1973 Renovated for your comfort MORE Fairfax Station Square (near Gold’s Gym) Bring in this ad & receive a FREE Glass of Wine or a FREE Japanese Beer Expires 10/31/09

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The Robinson Marching Rams take part in the parade. The Robinson High School Varsity Cheerleaders. Robinson Secondary Once Upon a Robinson ... School celebrates homecoming. obinson Secondary School rolled tions walked along the parade route, which bounce and a large slide for the students to out all the fun, food and festivi- took the participants down Cascade Lane enjoy. principal and teachers fall into the tank of Rties that its students could and onto Gainsborough and Wheatstone Perhaps the most appealing activity at the water. handle last week as the school drives in a large circle that brought them event, however, was the opportunity to drop The festivities concluded the next night celebrated its homecoming, themed “Once back to the school. Meier and other faculty and staff members at the homecoming dance, where seniors Upon a Robinson.” After the parade, Brad Burgess and Emily Morgan The school kicked off the festivities with the entire student were named homecoming king a weekend of dress-up days, including “Wild body made its way “We are so fortunate to have a school body and queen, respectively. West Day,” “Twin Day,” “Pajama Day” and back to campus for “I’ve been here for seven on Friday, “Blue and Gold Day.” The school the annual “Taste of with such school spirit that embraces the years, and this was by far the then threw its pep rally Friday, Oct. 2 for Robinson” event best homecoming I’ve been a the football team, who was slated to play where school organi- traditions of homecoming.” part of,” Meier said. “We are so the Lake Braddock Bruins later that night. zations sold baked — Principal Dan Meier fortunate to have a school body According to Principal Dan Meier, 4,000 goods and businesses with such school spirit that em- students packed into the gym for the rally. like Baja Fresh, braces the traditions of home- Following the pep rally, the school had its Chick-fil-A, Dominos Pizza and Red, Hot into a dunk tank. Dozens of students and coming.” annual homecoming parade, where many and Blue sold hot food. Also, the school their siblings lined up to take three shots of the school’s clubs, teams and organiza- blew up a massive castle-shaped moon with a ball to hit a target and watch their — Justin Fanizzi

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The school’s jump rope team marches in the parade. The Decadance Club

8 ❖ Burke Connection ❖ October 8-14, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Northeast Regional Service Rolls into Burke Station

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cess of the program based on usage and decide whether or not to continue funding the service. “The good thing about the program is that we can take the projections [for ridership] and test them out,” Cook said. “But the good news is that we have another option. It’s a plus-plus all around and it’s great for the Photos by community to be a part of this.”

BULOVA DISCUSSED how the rail sys-

Justin Fanizzi tem has come full circle, as the county de- pended on trains in its early stages, and now, more than 100 years later, county resi- dents are again looking to them to move about the area.

/The Connection She also praised the service, echoing the sentiment that the new rail service provides another mode of transportation to avoid congested roadways. Board of Supervisors Chairman “We realize that the solution to our trans- Sharon Bulova (D-At-large) speaks portation challenges in Fairfax County re- to the crowd at the ceremony. quires a mosaic of solutions,” Bulova said. The Amtrak train arrives at Burke Centre Station. “We can’t just advocate for one thing. We folk Southern Chairman, President and CEO need to connect the modes of transporta- Wick Moorman boarded the train to move eled to Lynchburg for a concluding celebra- tion because it will open up new avenues.” on to their next stop in Manassas. tion. Northeast Regional After the ceremony concluded at the Following a brief ceremony there, they The Northeast Regional Service officially Amtrak has launched a Web site for Virginia rail travelers with information Burke Centre Station, Virginia Transporta- were scheduled to make stops in Culpeper opened for pubic use the following day, on all Amtrak services in the state includ- tion Secretary Pierce Homer, Amtrak Presi- and Charlottesviille, where they met Gov. Thursday, Oct. 1. The service will expand ing the new Northeast Regional service, dent and CEO Joseph Boardman and Nor- Timothy Kaine (D). The group then trav- to Richmond on Dec. 15. www.AmtrakVirginia.com.

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To have community events listed, send George Mason University at the to [email protected] or intersection of Braddock Road and Disney On Ice call 703-778-9416 with questions. Dead- Route 123. line for calendar listings is two weeks prior to event. Coming To GMU FRIDAY/OCT. 9 Disney On Ice presents “Harvey” presented by The THURSDAY/OCT. 8 Providence Players. 7:30 p.m., at Celebrations! Oct. 21-25 at Live Music by Natty Beaux. $10. 8- the James Lee Community Center The Patriot Center at 10 p.m., at The Old Town Hall, 3999 Theater, 2855 Annandale Road, Falls George Mason University. University Drive, Fairfax. $10. Church. Single show tickets: adults Beginner lesson 7:30 p.m. $15, students/seniors 62+ 12. Tickets can be purchased at www.headoverheelsdance.com or Season tickets: adults $35, students/ all Ticketmaster outlets via 703-424-1745. seniors 62+ $25. Information and charge, by phone at 703- An Evening with Marshall ticket reservations: Crenshaw. 8 p.m. Jammin’ Java, www.providenceplayers.org, 573-SEAT; via 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. 703-255- [email protected] or 703- www.ticketmaster.com; and 1566 or jamminjava.com. 425-6782. at the Patriot Center box Inova Health Source Fight the Flu. Kelly Clarkson. 8 p.m. at the George 11 a.m. City of Fairfax Regional Mason University Patriot Center 4500 office. To discover more Library, 10360 North St., Fairfax. Patriot Circle, Fairfax. With The about Disney On Ice, log on Inova HealthSource Fight the Flu. Veronicas and Parachute. Tickets are to www.disneyonice.com. Shots $25 or Medicare Part B; must $59.50 and $49.50, available through be 18 or older. Call Inova for details, all Ticketmaster outlets including the 877-895-5284. Adults. Patriot Center box office, Money Management Tips for www.ticketmaster.com or Family Caregivers. 7 p.m. City of Phonecharge at 703-573-SEAT. Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 www.kellyclarkson.com or North St., Fairfax. Learn how to www.patriotcenter.com. Library’s Web site at seniors 62+ $25. Information and videos, maternity and nursing clothes identify key personal and financial Dan Navarro. 7 p.m. Jammin’ Java, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library or ticket reservations: and more. Due to space constraints, documents and assess your loved 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. 703-255- call 703-324-8428. www.providenceplayers.org, no strollers permitted. www.spring- one’s financial situation. To register 1566 or jamminjava.com. Studio Series #1 “Fuddy Meers.” 8 [email protected] or 703- mar.org, [email protected], 703- call 703-324-5205 . Author Scott Turow presents p.m., at Black Box Theater. $6 adult, 425-6782. 239-1213. Chess Club. 3:30 p.m. Pohick Regional “Confessions of a Death $3 student/senior. The Black Box Richard Alston Dance Company. 8 Microsoft Access. 2:30 p.m. City of Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Penalty Agnostic” 7:30 p.m., at Theater is on the Fairfax campus of p.m., at George Mason University’s Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 Burke. Learn the rules and strategy, the Fairfax County Government George Mason University at the Center for the Arts. Tickets are $42, North St., Fairfax. Introduction to play the game. Age 6-14. 703-644- Center Board Auditorium, at 12000 intersection of Braddock Road and $34, $21. Charge tickets at 888-945- databases Adults. 703-293-6227. 7333. Government Center Parkway, Fairfax. Route 123. 2468 or www.tickets.com. Center for High School Reunion. W.T. Woodson WBIS Fairfax County Monthly Turow, best-selling author of many the Arts complex is on the Fairfax High’s Class of 1984 will be having Luncheon. 12-1:30 p.m., at the novels including “Presumed campus of George Mason University its 25th Reunion 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., at Country Club of Fairfax, 5110 Ox Innocent” and “Ordinary Heroes,” is SATURDAY/OCT.10 at the intersection of Braddock Road Jammin’ Java Cafe in Vienna. Go to Road, Fairfax. Come join Women also the author of “Ultimate “Harvey” presented by The and Route 123. www.woodson84.org for more Building & Investing in Success. Punishment: A Lawyer’s Reflections Providence Players. 7:30 p.m., at Spring-Mar Cooperative Preschool details or call Kim at 703-801-1900. Learn more at www.wbis.biz. on Dealing with the Death Penalty” the James Lee Community Center Children’s Consignment Sale. 8 Fall Festival. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., in Studio Series #1 “Fuddy Meers.” 8 and will present a discussion of Theater, 2855 Annandale Road, Falls a.m.-1 p.m., at Accotink Unitarian Historic Downtown Fairfax. The p.m., at Black Box Theater. $6 adult, capital punishment. No registration Church. Single show tickets: adults Universalist Church, 10125 annual event features more than 400 $3 student/senior. The Black Box required, first come, first served. For $15, students/seniors 62+ 12. Lakehaven Court, Burke. Children’s Theater is on the Fairfax campus of details, see the Fairfax County Season tickets: adults $35, students/ clothing and furniture, toys, books, See Calendar, Page 11

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From Page 10 YESTERDAY’S ROSE HALLOWEEN juried crafters and food vendors, rides, a where you never see the same thing twice new car show and a business expo. The Legwarmers, a 1980s tribute HOME SALE IS FOR band, performs from 12:30-3:30 p.m. BOOKS WANTED To learn more, visit 50% OFF In Good Condition www.fairfaxva.gov or call 703-385- Furniture, Linens Text Books • Self Help • History 7858. & Houseware • Art • Cooking • Fitness Studio Series #1 “Fuddy Meers.” 2 Saturday, 10/10/09 • Childrens • Tax Receipt Provided KIDS! p.m. and 8 p.m., at Black Box Proceeds Benefit: American Red Cross- Theater. $6 adult, $3 student/senior. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Not valid with other discounts or sales. Nat’l Capital Ch. • Service Source Inc. The Black Box Theater is on the Fairfax campus of George Mason • Field of Pumpkins University at the intersection of Clothing • Furniture • Housewares Braddock Road and Route 123. BRING IN THIS AD AND RECEIVE AN EXTRA • Pumpkin Fort SUNDAY/OCT. 11 20% OFF NON SALE ITEMS GOOD THRU 10/14/09 The Flying Karamazov Brothers. 4 9960 Main St. Fairfax, VA • 703-385-9517 • www.yesterdaysrose.org p.m., at George Mason University’s • Petting Zoo Center for the Arts. Tickets for youth through grade 12 half price. A pre- performance discussion, free to ticket holders, begins 45 minutes prior to The 24th Annual LBSS the performance on the Center’s Grand Tier III. Tickets are $42, $34, 0 $21. The Center for the Arts, on the ARTS & CRAFTS SHOWCASE Fairfax campus of George Mason University at the intersection of Saturday, October 17, 2009 Braddock Road and Route 123. Charge by phone at 888-945-2468 or 9AM-3PM visit www.gmu.edu/cfa. Neighborhood Plant Clinic. 1 p.m. Lake Braddock Secondary School $4.50 Pohick Regional Library, 6450 9200 Burke Lake Road, Burke, VA 22015 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. The Admission Fairfax County Master Gardeners Silent Auction featuring crafter items and local merchants’ donations (includes small Association gives tips and advice. pumpkin) Adults. 703-644-7333. Lunch available for purchase from the Concessions Stand Quilt Talk. Learn about quilts made in the 1930s in an illustrated talk by Bunnie Jordan, local quilt educator Get a Head Start on Your Holiday Shopping... and appraiser, 2 p.m., at Fairfax 1 8111 Ox Rd. (Rt. 123) ⁄2 mile south of Lee Chapel Rd. Museum and Visitor Center, 10209 DON’T MISS IT !!! Main St., Fairfax. Following the talk, Sponsored by LBSS PTSA Open Mon.–Fri. 10:00 –6:00, Sat. 9:30-5:30, Sun. 11:00 –5:30 Jordan will discuss the museum’s Admission fee to benefit the students of LBSS current exhibition, “Stitching Pretty For more information, call: 703-690-6060 See Calendar, Page 13

www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Burke Connection ❖ October 8-14, 2009 ❖ 11 Burke Connection Sports Editor Reed Albers Sports 703-224-3014 or [email protected] Training Their Sights on Success Robinson Rifle Team looks to repeat as smallbore National Champions in 2010.

By Reed S. Albers The Connection

obinson Secondary School se- nior and dual-sport athlete RNathan Davison could have used the “I’m too tired” excuse if he wanted to get out of his 6 a.m. prac- tice with the rifle team. Photos by After playing a full game as an offensive lineman for the Rams’ varsity football team, who could blame Davison if all he wanted

Reed S. Albers was a Saturday morning’s rest? But while Davison’s teammates were sleeping in after their 28-21 victory against Lake Braddock Secondary School, Davison crawled out of bed at 5 a.m. to train in his

/The Connection other athletic commitment. “It’s just a good clean, fun activity.” — Head Coach Bob Hardy Nathan Davison, center, a member of the Robinson football team, ad- justs his sighting. Davison played in the Rams’ football game on Oct. 2, but woke up in time for the Rifle Team’s 6 a.m. practice the next morn- As a member of the Robinson Rifle Team, ing. Davison meets his teammates and coaches at the National Rifle Association Headquar- come out here regardless of how tired I am.” ored with his shooting ability. ters in Fairfax each Saturday morning to Despite the sleepy haze Davison appears “I’m being looked at by West Point for the train for the upcoming season. to be in, he awakens and rejuvenates when rifle team,” Davison said. “I want to get “It’s very hard to wake up and get out placed behind the sights of his air rifle. better and show improvement each time here for practice,” the offensive lineman The senior is an expert marksman and they talk to me. That’s why I can get out said, yawning in between words. “I want to while he’s a major part of the Robinson foot- here [when I’m tired.]” get better and better [at shooting], so I ball team, college scouts are more enam- Davison isn’t alone in battling yawns and the desire to sleep for the chance to prac- tice and earn a scholarship through rifle shooting. He’s just one of 15 marksmen and women on the team. The rifle team, which has been existence since the school opened in 1971, is one of Robinson’s most successful sporting clubs. The team won the 2009 National Rifle Association Junior Sectional Indoor Na- Junior Lauren Alman takes aim at tional Championship last season and many a paper target during the Rifle of its members are scholar athletes. Team’s practice at the National “It’s just a good clean, fun activity,” said Rifle Association Headquarters’ Head Coach Bob Hardy. “We’ve been suc- underground shooting range. cessful in competitions and our kids are strong academically.” hard,” the 26-year coaching veteran said. The rifle team currently has a 206-23 “I’m always impressed by how [passionate] record in smallbore (.22 cal) rifle and a 16- the kids are about the sport.” 3 record in air rifle competitions. Passionate might describe the team’s en- thusiasm for rifle shooting, but participat- THE RIFLE TEAM is a winter sport that ing in the club is expensive. runs from December to March, but Hardy “We have the blessing of the school,” credits the team’s recent national champi- Hardy said. “But we don’t have any fund- onship title and other accomplishments to ing from the county or Robinson.” Rifle Team member Katie Gibson talks with Head Coach Bob Hardy about the members’ commitment to offseason Hardy said that the team has two club- trying to group her shots closer together. Hardy has been the Rifle practice. Team’s coach for 26 years. “The kids come out here and work really See Robinson, Page 14

12 ❖ Burke Connection ❖ October 8-14, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Calendar THIS IS “ANGEL” D.O.B. January 25, 2008, Lab/Shepherd Mix, Spayed Female, 30 lbs. If ever From Page 11 legend of the Bunnyman murders the Performing Arts, 1624 Trap Road, there were a dog whose name fit them and other creepy tales. Age 12 and Vienna. $40. www.wolftrap.org or perfectly, it’s Angel. She is so sweet up. 703-249-1520. 703-938-2404. Through Hard Times: Quilts and the and so loving and the all around perfect Sewing Arts of the 1930s,” features Fairfax Bibliophiles Book Identity Theft. 11 a.m. Kings Park quilts, “feed sack” garments and Collecting Group. 7:15 p.m. City Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, companion. She loves people and other needlework books. Free. Light of Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 Burke. Learn how to protect yourself pets. Angel looks like an angel too with refreshments will be served. 703-385- North St., Fairfax. Topic to be from thieves who want to steal your her beautiful blonde coat and sweet 8414. announced. Adults. 703-293-6227. information. 703-978-5600. expressions. She loves to play with her Studio Series #1 “Fuddy Meers.” 2 Let’s Hear It For The Girls. 7:30 Library Board of Trustees. 7 p.m. toys and anyone who is willing to play p.m., at Black Box Theater. $6 adult, p.m. Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake with her will have her full attention. She $3 student/senior. The Black Box Lake Road, Burke. Mother-daughter Road, Burke. A maximum of five will not be a big dog when full grown Theater is on the Fairfax campus of book discussion group. The Teacher’s people may speak during the public but at only 9 months old she sure has a George Mason University at the Funeral by Richard Peck. Age 9-11 comment period. To sign up to speak, big heart. Come and meet Angel today and see for yourself why we intersection of Braddock Road and with adult. 703-978-5600. call 703-324-8324. Adults. think she’s perfect! Attributes: Perfect family companion! Route 123. Neighborhood Plant Clinic. 10 a.m. Teen Book Chat. 7 p.m. Kings Park Faculty Artist Series: Piano trio 703-644-7333. Pohick Regional Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, HUMANE SOCIETY OF FAIRFAX COUNTY with Anna Balakerskaia, Zino Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Mother-daughter book Bogacheck and David Teie. 7 Burke. The Fairfax County Master discussion group. “The Earth, My Hours: Monday-Friday 10-4 and Saturday 10-3. p.m., at GMU’s Harris Theater. Free. Gardeners Association gives tips and Butt, & other Big Round Things” by 4057 Chain Bridge Rd., Fairfax, VA 22030 • 703-385-7387 The Harris Theater is on the Fairfax advice. Adults. 703-644-7333. Carolyn Mackler. 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South County’s Photo by — Joey DeSantis, linebacker homecoming game. players have responded to his coaching

Craig Sterbutzel Craig style. “It’s calmer on the field,” DeSantis said. By Reed S. Albers “[Biddison] really makes it a point to talk The Connection to you and teach from your mistakes. It’s much different from last year, but I like it.” est Springfield High School Although the team has faced disappoint-

senior linebacker Joey /The Connection ing losses early, DeSantis said he’s ready to WDeSantis hopes that on Fri- face Patriot District opponents. day night he can reclaim a “This is the toughest district [in the North- nickname his team earned during his fresh- ern Region,” he said. “It gets at me that we man year. could be 5-0.” “We went 4-6 that season, but we called The Spartans already are 1-0 this season ourselves ‘The Homecoming Wreckers,’” against Patriot District opponents after DeSantis said. “Three of the games we won opening district play with a 15-14 win were the other school’s homecoming Senior fullback Miguel Martinez rushes during the Spartans’ game against T.C. Williams High School on Oct. games.” against Stone Bridge High School on Sept. 17. The Spartans (3-2), are 2. Earning that nickname this season might looking to extend their win streak to three against South County Second- “We had a big turnover early when we prove to be a sizable challenge as the Spar- ary School on Oct. 9. were getting ready to score and then they tans take on the South County Secondary scored,” Biddison said. “It put us in a bind, School Stallions on Oct. 9, a team that’s DeSantis is quick to point out the quality of points. but then we controlled the clock. After that currently 4-1. the team’s opponents. The Spartans lost 35-34 to Oakton in our offense did a great job of holding on to “I look forward to trying to earn that title “We’ve had the toughest schedule for our overtime and 36-33 to Stone Bridge. the ball and the defense shut down [T.C. again,” DeSantis said. “South County’s got out-of-district games,” DeSantis said. “We Williams].” a good squad so we know it’s going to be a put up a good fight and came up short, but DESPITE THE disappointing close losses Although the team wants to win its third hard-fought game.” we’ll be ready for [the Patriot District to top tier opponents, the team knows that straight district championship many of the A win against South County wouldn’t just teams].” the lessons from those losses will drive them players are taking the season one game at give the Spartans’ bragging rights for the West Springfield’s two losses have come as the season progresses. a time. season, but also momentum as the team from two of the Northern Region’s best “Each week we made progress,” Head “The season has gone well so far, but we moves further into its Patriot District sched- teams, Oakton High School (3-2) and Stone Coach J.T. Biddison said. “We just hope to can do better,” senior offensive lineman ule. Bridge High School (5-0). get better each week.” Kevin Gillespie said. “We have to work The Spartans 3-2 record might suggest the Separating West Springfield from a 5-0 Biddison, who took over the coaching job harder in practice and know that we’ll get team is a middle-of-the-road squad. But record and the current 3-2 mark, is only four after Bill Renner left last season, said the better from it.” Robinson Rifle Team Week in Sports From Page 12 Hardy said that club has managed to stay safe by Reilly’s Two Passing TDs Lead keeping guns unloaded when not in use, strict en- Woodson Over Westfield owned rifles, but those interested in joining the forcement of not bringing the rifles to school and club must be able to provide their own weaponry. proper use of the weaponry to avoid injury. The W.T. Woodson varsity football team improved to 6-1 after According to Hardy, an air-rifle can cost from $800 Despite the team’s accomplishments, some miscon- its 28-7 victory against Concorde District powerhouse Westfield to $1,500, and that’s if a student is lucky enough to ceptions surround the club. High School. find a used rifle. “People think we twirl guns like a drill team,” jun- Senior quarterback Connor Reilly led the team with 196 pass- The investment climbs higher when one adds in ior Alanna Linton said. “I tell them that we actually ing yards, 39 rushing yards and two passing touchdowns. the costs of a shooting jacket and various scopes and shoot the guns. Then they think that [we’re] train- Woodson’s defense held the Bulldogs to seven points and was sighting equipment. ing to be sniper killers.” lead by sacks from James Johnson and Tim Herberg. “It can be $1,500 to $2,500 for everything,” Hardy Many team members joined out of curiosity about The Cavaliers’ next game is on Oct. 9 against West Potomac said. the sport. High School. Fortunately, the club doesn’t have to pay to prac- “It’s a varsity letter and it sounded like a fun activ- tice at the NRA range. ity,” senior Raleigh Cunningham said. Rams Tennis To Host Tourney “We practice here on a handshake,” Hardy said. Junior Lauren Alman, a team captain, said she The Robinson Tennis Team will be hosting a Fall Tennis Clas- “When we lost our old practice spot at Fort Belvoir, I enjoys the team’s camaraderie. sic on Saturday, Oct 17 at Robinson Secondary School. came here and explained our situation. I told them I “I never thought I’d be in [Rifle Club], but I tried a The tournament will be run in a shootout format over one didn’t have any money, but [the NRA] took us in and bunch of sports and I felt right on the rifle team.” day featuring consolation rounds and mini-sets. allows us to use the range during off-hours.” she said. “What makes rifle team so much fun is that Age divisions will be boys and girls 12 and under, boys and Combined with the rifle team’s recent success is it’s like a family. We just have fun with each other girls 14 and under and high school boys and girls. the impeccable safety record the team has earned and we all get along.” The entry fee is $25 per person and checks should be made throughout its existence. The family-bonding isn’t just between the students, out to Robinson Boosters Club. “We’ve never had an injury [involving the guns] it also extends to their coach. To enter or for more information, contact Robinson Tennis and we make sure to teach the kids safety first,” “I love these kids like they are my [platoon mem- Coach Paul Fisher at [email protected] or 703-503-9337. Hardy said. “Safety is our No. 1 concern. Before the bers] when I was in the Army,” Hardy, a retired lieu- kids start shooting on the team, they have to go tenant colonel, said. “It’s always a pleasure to wake through safety seminars.” up and shoot with the team.”

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From Page 4 status, we must make greater effort to get competency, and team building, wrote ginia Transportation Alliance last month. to know people with backgrounds different Cook. “If the grass is being maintained properly At a minimum, Virginia should consider from our own,” he wrote in the board mat- Those wishing to attend the October town [in the median or alongside a road], it is terminating the HOT lanes project at Semi- ter submitted to the Fairfax County board. hall should send an e-mail to probably because of a business or company,” nary Road, instead of in Springfield, to ad- Cook will formally launch what he is call- [email protected] or call 703- said Supervisor Jeff McKay (D-Lee). dress the potential traffic problems created ing a “Community Engagement Initiative” 425-9300. Supervisor Patrick Herrity (R-Springfield) by the military workers relocation to Alex- at a town hall meeting Wednesday, Oct. 21 — Julia O’Donoghue added that some homeowners have taken andria, wrote Bulova. in Lake Braddock Secondary School cafete- it upon themselves to mow grass in the ria. The Braddock District Council, Neigh- right-of-way along Rolling Road and Hunts- — Julia O’Donoghue borhood Watch, Area Agency on Aging and Local Businesses Cut man Boulevard in his district. Emergency Response will also sponsor Public Road Grass In addition to the Greater Springfield booths at this event Chamber, McKay, Herrity, Supervisor John Cook’s Community about volunteer opportu- The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Cook (R-Braddock) and Chairman Sharon Engagement Initiative News Briefs nities. commended the Greater Springfield Cham- Bulova (D-At-large) request Fairfax honor Cook’s office will also ber of Commerce and other local businesses the following businesses and groups for Supervisor John Cook (R-Braddock) is conduct a one-day “Lead- for taking it upon themselves to cut grass their grass-mowing efforts at a Board of hoping to boost civic engagement and par- ership Institute,” tentatively scheduled for in and around Virginia’s state roads. Supervisors meeting in November: ticipation in community groups through a Jan. 23, for people who wish run organiza- The Virginia Department of Transporta- ❖ Burke Centre Conservancy, which series of educational events about building tions such as homeowners associations, tion is responsible for mowing and pruning mows all the medians of Burke Centre Park- effective local leadership. civic associations, parent teacher associa- in the commonwealth’s right of way, includ- way “We want to give community organiza- tions, community pools, recreational clubs, ing the greenery around most county roads ❖ The Halle Companies, which dedicates tions the training and resources to they need scouts, business and religious organizations. and in medians, but recent revenue short- 16 to 20 hours per month for the mowing to marshal the great ethic of volunteerism The one-day seminar will teach current falls have caused the agency to cut back on of medians and upkeep of South Van Dorn that we know resides in the people of this and prospective community leaders about mowing. Street. county,” wrote Cook in a board matter pre- the legal, financial and fiduciary duties that Virginia’s transportation funding is largely ❖ Hilton Springfield, which mows a 10 sented to the other Fairfax County supervi- fall to people who run community organi- dependent on a statewide gas tax and the feet by 100 feet patch of grass between its sors Oct. 5. zations. They will also teach the leaders- fees associated with vehicle sales, both of fence and Franconia Road Cook said his constituents should orga- in-training how to effectively recruit volun- which have declined sharply in the recent ❖ Kingstowne Residential Owners Corpo- nize block parties and make an effort to say teers, reach out to people of different back- economic downturn. ration, which contributes 48 hours per hello to their neighbors as they walk down grounds, and run a meeting, according to Though Fairfax County supervisors have month to the mowing of medians on the street. He challenged each Braddock Cook’s board matter. continuously complained about the lack of Kingstowne Village Parkway resident to try and meet on new person who Later in the spring, the Braddock District mowing and upkeep along local state thor- ❖ Akridge, which maintains Walker lives on their street or in their neighbor- office will also help sponsor two neighbor- oughfares, Virginia transportation secretary Lane’s medians and curbs hood each month. hood colleges. This program, which is run Pierce Homer indicated that the grass cut- ❖ Interstate Worldwide Relocation Van “As our communities become more di- by the county, teaches citizens about local ting budget could be slashed even more Lines, which mows the median along a sec- verse in age, ethnicity, and socio-economic government, community building, cultural during a presentation to the Northern Vir- tion of Rolling Road. People Notes Doucette Stars COMMUNITIES OF WORSHIP In ‘Violet Hour’ Cameron Doucette of Burke was selected to play Denis McCleary for the University of Mary Washington’s Studio 115 produc- tion of ‘The Violet Hour.’ Doucette is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Doucette of Burke, and is Messiah Jubilee a 2007 United Methodist Church 9800 Old Keene Mill Rd. Christian Center graduate of Celebrating the Sounds of Freedom 6215 Rolling Rd., Springfield Realtime Worship - Sunday 8:45 & 11 AM Lake (Near West Springfield High School) 703-455-7041 Sunday School 10:10 AM Sunday Evening - 6:30 PM Youth Meeting Braddock (703) 569-9862 Sunday School Family Night - Wednesday 7:15 PM Call for Sunday Evening Worship Home Group Schedule Secondary Cameron Sunday Services 9:15 AM visit our website: www.jccag.org 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00 am 4650 Shirley Gate Road, Fairfax School. Doucette Bill Frasnelli, PASTOR 703-383-1170 Heartline Contemporary Service 7:15 p.m. “Experience the Difference” A junior in- Worship Service ternational affairs and French ma- Sunday School 10:30 AM 9:30 am & 11:00 am Presbyterian jor, Doucette has appeared in the “Serving God by Serving Others” www.calvaryfamily.com Burke Presbyterian Church UMW productions of “She Stoops Visit our website: http://www.messiahumc.org 703-764-0456 “Continuing the ministry of to Conquer” as Marlowe, Christ on earth” Sansaug Korean Presbyterian “Goodnight Desdemona, Good Baha’i Faith Episcopal 703-425-3377 Morning Juliet” as Romeo, and Baha’is of Fairfax County Southwest Church of the Good Shepherd Unitarian Universalist 703-912-1719 703-323-5400 Accotink Unitarian Universalist “Our Town” as Geroge Gibbs. In St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church Baptist St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 03-978-8724 703-503-4579 addition, he is box office manager Preservation of Zion Fellowship 703-455-2500 Non-Denominational 703-409-1015 at Klein Theatre and is an officer Lutheran Catholic Burke Community Church in the Swing Dance Club. Abiding Presence Lutheran Church 703-425-0205 Church of the Nativity Performances took place Sept. 703-455-2400 703-455-7500 Calvary Christian Church 703-455-7041 24-27. Studio 115 is a black box Christian Reformed Methodist Grace Christian Reformed Church Burke United Methodist Church Knollwood Community Church b theatre managed by and for UMW b 703-323-8033 703-250-6100 703-425-2068 students. To Advertise Your Community of Worship, Call 703-778-9418 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Burke Connection ❖ October 8-14, 2009 ❖ 15 Community 703-917-6464 Zone 2: • Burke Employment Zone 2 Ad Deadline: • Fairfax • Springfield Wednesday 11 a.m.

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