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Photo by Mary Kimm/The Almanac online at potomacalmanac.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.comSeptember 11-17, 2013 Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 ❖ 1 2 ❖ Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Potomac Almanac Editor Steven Mauren 703-778-9415 or [email protected] News See www.potomacalmanac.com Cycling Fuels Wounded Veterans’ Rehabilitation Local physical By the Numbers: R2R therapist works 1,890 Bikes given to participants with Ride2Recovery. 200 By Ken Moore Adaptive bikes built by R2R The Almanac 38 Project Hero programs nationwide ycling Potomac’s River Road is 12 not for the weak. Hills on River Retired Veterans on staff Road can drop the equivalent Photos by C 5,000-plus of 10 stories in a mile, only to lead cyclists to the next steep climb of equal Riders in the R2R program height. On Labor Day, one group of cyclists Mary Kimm 200 was reaching speeds of 50 miles per hour Riders per Challenge on the descents and then attacking the next hill. Some members of the group had no 27 Total Challenges (as of April 2013)

legs. /The Almanac Labor Day weekend, Dr. Barbara Springer, 11,000-plus a physical therapist and retired Army officer, Total miles traveled trained and rode on River Road with a group 26 of veterans, taking part in challenge rides States traveled through on Challenge Rides requiring 300-350 miles of training each week. A veteran with three amputations rides River Road in Potomac with a This week, Springer flies to Germany to group from Ride2Recovery. an integral part of rehabilitation at select educate the German military what the military facilities to enhance physical, psy- Ride2Recovery and its Project Hero pro- R2R Challenge event was on,” according to chological, spiritual and social recovery.” gram is accomplishing with America’s vet- Ride2Recovery’s press materials. The program expanded from the first erans. The program enhances “the physical and Challenge ride to seven Challenges annu- “I see people at the bedside when they psychological recovery of our nation’s ally, including one in Europe, with 200 rid- first come to the veteran’s hospitals,” said wounded, ill and injured service members ers and 20+ staff riding 350-500 miles. Springer, of Potomac. “And when they reach and veterans through the sport of cycling,” The physical, mental, emotional and so- this stage of their rehabilitation, it’s eye according to Springer, who has written sci- cial benefits is all vital to the rehabilitation opening.” As of June 11, 2012, 48,505 U.S. entific articles about the medical benefits process. The benefits to injured active duty Military personnel had been wounded in of cycling on the rehabilitation process. and retired service members was palpable action in Iraq and Afghanistan, according “Ride 2 Recovery’s most notable endeavor and incredible, said Springer and Debora to a scientific paper by Springer. is Project HERO (Healing Exercise Rehabili- Sprano, spokesperson for the program. Ride 2 Recovery was founded in 2008 tation Opportunity) which uses staff mem- “When they get here, they can reestab- when a recreational therapist with the Vet- bers and volunteers to promote cycling as lish the camaraderie with liked-minded erans Administration thought cycling would people. They bond over that,” said Sprano. be an alternative therapy to rehabilitation Dr. Barb Springer, of Potomac, “When they were wounded, they were re- programs for PTSD, TBI (Traumatic Brain physical therapist and retired moved from their unit and taken away from Injury) and physical injuries. Army officer, leads the pack their brothers.” He called John Wordin, former manager riding the steep hills of River One participant said: “The R2R events of the Mercury Cycling Team, and “the first Road on Labor Day. See Cycling Fuels, Page 15 Making a Joyful Noise for Her Alma Matter

It’s honest music. I write from experience.” Holy Child alumna Stephanie Falcone She admits it might be a little weird to think of a country musician coming from a will perform a benefit concert for city known more for politicians and lobby-

Contributed ph ing than tractors and pick-up trucks, but it’s Holy Child school this Friday. a kind of music that resonates with her. Typically she accompanies herself on gui- By Amber Healy “I grew up listening to country music, it tar, but sometimes she’ll bring along her The Almanac was the only thing we listened to in the car,” brother on drums, or another family friend

said Falcone, one of seven children. She oto on guitar. he didn’t grow up in the bayou or sur- played guitar in high school but drifted And now she’s using her passion for a Srounded by fields, but Stephanie away from it for a few years, but in college Stephanie Falcone, a native of good cause: supporting Holy Child, her high Falcone’s heart is in the country — she picked it up again and felt compelled Potomac and 2008 graduate of school. When she was in town last year for country music, at least. to start writing music. Holy Child, will be performing at a the school’s annual fundraising gala, she Now a resident of Nashville, the Potomac Maybe it was the proximity to the coun- benefit concert for the school this and some school officials began talking native moved away to study studio art at try music capital of the world, or knowing Friday at Old Angler’s Inn. about the possibility of Falcone coming back Vanderbilt University. But that one form of some of the greats who have passed through and doing a benefit concert. art wasn’t enough for Falcone, who was also Nashville, but Falcone quickly found her- came out that way, she said. It was right around the time that Falcone’s a member of the school’s women’s swim self writing country music. “I think of it as more like pop-country,” first album was finishing up and she and team. She didn’t set out to do that, but it just Falcone said. “It’s a mix of country and pop. See Falcone, Page 5 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 ❖ 3 News Week in Numbers 4 People have died in the Potomac River since June 26. On Thursday, Sept. 5, rescuers discovered the body of Mark Moore, 22 of Odenton, at 5:45 p.m., three days after river rescue teams were first dispatched to the river on La- You Matter bor Day, Sept. 2 at 8 p.m. when Moore was reported being swept away downriver after trying to wade in the water near the Great Falls overlook. Hoops tournament and fun day held in memory Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Major Crimes Division at 240-773-5070. of Evan Rosenstock to raise awareness 3 of teenage depression. Others drowned this season: Shannon Christy, 23 of Greenville, S.C., died Thursday, July 11, kayaking the chutes of the Potomac River at Great Falls. By Ken Moore On Saturday, June 29, Vincent Crapps, 21, of the Third United States Infan- The Almanac Where and When try Regiment (The Old Guard) stationed at Fort Myer, Va., drowned on the 3x3 Basketball Tournament Potomac River near Bear Island after diving off cliffs on the Virginia side of and Fun Day the river. On June 24, Ngo Tekwe Forchick, 19, of Takoma Park, drowned hurchill and Bullis have Sunday, Sept. 15 after attempting to swim near Purple Horse Beach along the Billy Goat Trail joined together to host a Noon to 6 p.m. with three friends. C basketball tournament Bullis School and fun day this Sunday, Sept. 15 10601 Falls Road in honor and memory of Churchill See umttr.org 70% varsity athlete Evan Rosenstock. County Executive Isiah Leggett wants the county to recycle 70 percent of Rosenstock died of suicide on of team sports by the age of 13 the waste stream by 2020, according to county documents. On Wednesday, Sept. 4, Leggett announced that many bulk rigid plastic items can now be May 20, 2013. He was 16. because “it just isn’t fun anymore.” recycled including: laundry baskets, dish drainers, toys, lawn furniture, “We are looking to raise aware- “When they quit, gone is the wastebaskets, clothes hangers, tote boxes, crates, large buckets, pet carriers ness about teen depression and opportunity to teach important and garbage cans. All items dropped off for recycling at the County’s Solid suicide while inciting a cultural character building traits: self-con- Waste Processing Facility and Transfer Station, 16101 Frederick Road, should be empty, rinsed, if necessary, and free of loose dirt, soil, etc. See shift away from negativity, bully- fidence, resilience, teamwork, www.montgomerycountymd.gov/recycling for a complete list, and for items ing, and abuse both on and off the mental toughness, self control, not to be recycled. court,” according to the event respect for others,” said Young. website. Positive Coaching Alliance is a 5 Erik Roberts is just one of Evan’s national non-profit developing friends at Churchill who worked “better athletes, better people” by County Executive Isiah Leggett and County Councilmember George working to provide all youth and Leventhal announced a new program Sept. 9, 2013 to address panhandling: with the Rosenstock family to start “give a hand-up, not a hand-out.” The new program encourages drivers to a movement called umttr (You high school athletes a positive, contribute to county social services agencies rather than giving cash directly Matter) that has a mission to “fos- character-building youth sports to panhandlers. By texting ‘SHARE’ on a cell phone to 80077, money will be ter a community of students who experience. contributed to grassroots efforts throughout the County. Panhandler Mary Evan Rosenstock Umttr seeks two purposes, ac- Josephine Fish was killed at the intersection of Georgia Avenue and Veirs are aware that they matter.” Mill Road last May. “We truly hope to bring some cording to its press release: to raise solace and closure to Evan’s family, friends, teachers awareness of teen depression and suicide and to shift and mentors,” according to Roberts. sports away from negative bullying and abuse and $196,101 “We really wanted to take this tragic event that towards a team environment that is constructive and Montgomery County Firefighters raised $196,101 for the Muscular Dys- affected us all on the Churchill basketball team and positive and fun. trophy Association during the 2013 three-day “Fill the Boot” Campaign. turn it into an initiative that will have a positive im- General admission is free, and registered teams Money raised during the annual tradition stays locally and helps approximately 400 families in the county, according a press release from MCF on pact on our community.” donate $25 per team member. Sept. 4. The International Association of Firefighters has raised more than The Bullis School, Rosenstock was an $26 million since 1954. MDA is a volunteer health agency working to de- 10601 Falls Road, avid Capitals fan. feat more than 40 forms of Muscular Dystrophy, including ALS and related will host umttr’s in- Former Washington diseases through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive services “More than 70 percent of kids drop and far-reaching professional and public health education. augural 3-on-3 Bas- Capitals Yvon Labre ketball Tournament out of organized youth sports and former Washing- and Fun Day on ton Wizards (Bullets) 75 Sunday, Sept. 15, because it just isn’t fun anymore.” giant Gheorghe The C&O Canal National Historical Park will celebrate its 75th anniver- from noon to 6 p.m. — Steve Young, NFL Mureshan, an assis- sary at the annual Park after Dark benefit on Sept. 28, 2013. On Sept. 28, In addition to the tant coach on 1938, the Department of the Interior purchased the land that eventually tournament and skills workshops, there will be car- Rosenstock’s AAU bas- became the park. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell is expected to attend. Visit ParkAfterDark.org. The day also marks the 20th anniversary of National nival games, arcade, amusements and prizes. ketball team, are just two of the celebrities who will Public Lands Day. Proceeds will “support the formation of the Mid- attend the tournament. Atlantic Chapter of the Positive Coaching Alliance Other events to raise awareness of depression and and to support research on teen depression and sui- to educate teens on resources and supports avail- 198 cide prevention,” according to the web site. able to them are scheduled later that day at Churchill Traffic stops were conducted during a 10-hour period Labor Day week- Steve Young, NFL Hall of Fame quarterback and High School. end during Montgomery County Police’s “Operation Millipede,” an initiative See umttr.org for details and up-to-date informa- to make I-95/I-495 a safer road to travel; 168 traffic citations were issued, member of the Positive Coaching Alliance’s National 39 warnings were given, 52 orders to repair car equipment were issued, 18 Advisory Board, says 70 percent of youth drop out tion. criminal arrests and citations were issued for controlled dangerous sub- stances, 2 warrants were served, and 1 civil citation was issued for an alcohol violation. Remembering Evan Reprinted from the Potomac Almanac ries about Evan. Recurrent themes were Evan’s contagious 13 Evan Michael Rosenstock of Potomac died on Monday, May grin, his sincere kindness and his passionate love of sports — 20, 2013. He was 16. both as a spectator and a participant. Montgomery County’s Planning, Housing and Economic Development Evan attended Har Shalom Early Childhood Education Evan played on the Churchill varsity basketball team. He Committee will continue review of the revised zoning ordinance on Friday, Center, Potomac Elementary School and Herbert Hoover also played on the Flames and the Magic basketball teams in Sept. 13. The preliminary PHED committee draft of the zoning ordinance is Middle School and was a sophomore at Winston Churchill the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) league. In addition, he was posted on the project website, but is still under review by the committee. High School. on the I-270 Potomac Team, coached by Eddie Jordan, former PHED worksessions documents are available on the County website. His sudden death rocked the community. Students and fam- coach of the Washington Wizards and ... head coach of the ily crowded the Churchill gym to attend a candle light service Rutgers men’s basketball program, and assistant coached by in Evan’s honor on May 21. Students wore white. Friends cre- Gheorghe Muresan, retired Washington Wizards player. Evan 2,734 ated a Facebook page, Rest in Peace Evan Rosenstock, that also loved the Washington Capitals and frequently could be Number of veterans living in Potomac during 2007-2011, according to the quickly gathered more than 6,000 likes and multiple postings seen sporting the red, white and blue jersey. 2010 U.S. Census. See story on Ride 2 Recovery and Project Hope on page of photos, videos and expressions of grief. Evan is survived by his parents, Howard Rosenstock and 3. Mourners filled the sunlit temple at Congregation Har Sha- Susan Rosenstock, his sisters, Allison Rosenstock and Shelby lom on May 23 to celebrate Evan’s life. Evan’s grandmother, Lackman, and his grandparents Fae and Stuart Beloff and two sisters, cousin, rabbi and friend related stories and memo- Bernice Rosenstock. 4 ❖ Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Falcone To Perform Benefit Concert for Holy Child

From Page 3 concert was an easy one and to see one of its graduates doing with giving back to the school,” her family were handing out in- things quickly fell into place. so well out in the world: Falcone’s Details said Maureen Appel, headmistress formation at the gala, said Kathy Falcone graduated from Holy music has been featured local ra- Stephanie Falcone will be performing at Holy Child. during a benefit for the Connelly School Ely, director of communications at Child in 2008 but remains closely dio station WMZQ’s “Homegrown of the Holy Child this Friday, Sept. 13, “It’s not that unusual with our Holy Child. tied to it, she said. Country Music Showcase” radio at Old Angler’s Inn, 10801 MacArthur alumna, though, who regularly The Falcone family has a strong She credits the support and en- program. Blvd., Potomac, from 7-9:30 p.m. come back to contribute to our association with the school even couragement she received there “We are thrilled to have one of Tickets are $30 and are available at service events, such as the Santa the door or presale via the school’s now, and are eager to help how- for giving her the courage to fol- our own making suck a splash in website, www.holychild.org. Proceeds Project for our sister school, Wash- ever possible, she said. The idea low her dreams. the music world, but are even hap- from all tickets sold will go to benefit the ington Middle School for Girls, or of Falcone performing a benefit And the school’s equally excited pier that she is combining that school. our scholarship fund.”

Fundraiser To Benefit LET’S TALK Documentary Real Estate Potomac filmmaker Thomas R. Waters is completing a documentary chronicling how one week’s participation in the Jinx McCain Wounded Warrior Horsemanship Program begins to change the lives of its participants as they continue to develop mind, body and spirit by Michael Matese in their recovery. The film demon- strates how working with horses and developing equestrian skills Eco-Friendly instills confidence in wounded Lighting warriors, helps them overcome With the trend towards eco- self-doubt and emotional distress, friendly homes becoming more and more popular, even lighting for the and encourages them to think home is hopping on the band- positively about their future. wagon. New “green” options have On Sept. 18 a special event open become widely available and are priced competitively by manufac- to the public will be hosted by El turers. Homeowners, both first- Gato Rojo Productions at Tami’s time and firmly established, are Table Cafe and Wine Bar in aware of the importance of “going green,” not just for the benefit of Potomac. The filmmakers encour- the planet, but for tax purposes age the public to come by at 6:30 as well. to enjoy samples of Tami’s hors Dimmers and motion sensors are two simple ways to affect your d’oeuvres and nibbles, and wine, home that are wired into your while they meet the director and lighting systems. Compact fluores- producers, and other special cent lamps (CFLs) are being manu- factured that are color corrected guests. At 7 p.m. there will be a and come in hundreds of styles to presentation and viewing of the fit every type of design. New light- emitting diode (LED) lamps are film’s trailer. The purpose of this also available for installation light- event is to raise the funds needed ing or as freestanding fixtures, as to complete the editing process well as tile and fabrics with lighting elements—adding a creative, one- and finish the documentary. of-a-kind look to your lighting that’s environmentally sustainable Bulletin Board and easy on the utility bill. Even better, lighting and ceiling FRIDAY-SUNDAY/SEPT. 13-15 fan manufacturers have been working on creating eco-friendly options National Adoption Weekend. Visit a for fluorescent bulbs, managing to PetSmart store on Friday-Saturday almost eliminate that off-color light from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. or Sunday from 9 we all know (and hate). Ceiling a.m.-6 p.m. to find a new furry fans, too, are making a big come- companion. For every pet that is back because they help lower the adopted over the weekend, PetSmart carbon footprint and help heat and Charities will reward all participating cool your home at a minimal cost. local adoption partners with $35 in Not only that, but designers are adoption-reward grants. For a local designing ceiling fans that include PetSmart, visit integrated lighting systems in their www.petsmartcharities.org/events- structure. Some of the new genera- news/adoption-events/. tion of ceiling fans have even been created to look like chandeliers, adding a magnificent flourish to SUNDAY/SEPT. 15 your home’s appearance and a Back to Church Sunday. 11 a.m. at savvy element to its power and Scotland A.M.E. Zion Church, 10902 cooling abilities. Seven Locks Road. “Back to Church Sunday,” is part of a national For professional advice on all aspects movement of churches across of buying and selling real estate, call: America to invite or re-invite America MICHAEL MATESE to rediscover church. Everyone is welcome to attend. Find a roster of Long & Foster Realtors participating churches on the Back to Church website at 301-806-6829 www.BacktoChurch.com. Call 301- [email protected] 299-5226. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 ❖ 5 Email community entertainment events Entertainment to [email protected]. Deadline is Thursday at noon. Photos and artwork encouraged.

ONGOING Mommy & Me (& Daddy, Too). Third Tuesday each month. 10 a.m. at Rockville Town Square. Meet for a morning out with active learning and creative play with lunch specials, story time, arts and crafts, sing-a- longs, prizes and more. Visit rockvilletownsquare.com/events/ mommy-and-me. On the Square: Sept. 17 and Oct. 15. Art Exhibit. The “Fine Artists in Residence” exhibit will be on display through Saturday, Sept. 14 at Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. See works by The craft offerings at the 2012 bazaar ran emerging Washington, D.C. artists. Free. Visit www.strathmore.org. the gamut from Christmas ornaments Art Exhibit. Through Sept. 28 see an made from pasta to vibrantly colored exhibition of The Trawick Prize, felted scarves and hats. contemporary art award finalists for 2013 at Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave., Suite E. Visit www.bethesda.org/bethesda/ 30th Middle Eastern Bazaar, trawick-prize for more. Art Exhibit. See “The District: The Food Festival Sept. 20-22 Streets of Washington, D.C., 1984- 1994” through Oct. 14 at Photoworks Saints Peter and Paul Antiochian Orthodox Christian Gallery at Glen Echo Park, 7300 th Church will host its 30 annual Middle Eastern Bazaar and MacArthur Blvd. Michael Horsley Food Festival the weekend of Sept. 20-22. shows how much the city has Middle Eastern delicacies on the menu will include grilled changed, as well as how much it has lamb, kibbe, tabouleh, hommus, gyros, falafel, spinach pies, survived. Free. Hours are Saturdays, sheikh el mahshi, baklava and a variety of other traditional 1-4 p.m. and Sundays and Mondays dishes. Both dine-in and carry-out food and pastries will be from 1-8 p.m. Visit available. www.glenechopark.org for more. The bazaar will feature live Arabic music on Saturday Art Exhibit. Through Monday, Oct. 28, evening until 10:30; raffles; jewelry booths; international gro- see “The Power of Color” at Gallery ceries; religious items; and children’s activities, as well. Tours Har Shalom, located at Congregation of the Byzantine-style church are provided, for those inter- Har Shalom, 11510 Falls Road. The ested. exhibit includes acrylic paintings by Saints Peter and Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church is lo- Ana Elisa Benavent, blown glass by cated at 10620 River Road in Potomac, Maryland, about one Bethesda artist Jane Callen, fiber art by Bethesda artist Floris Flam, and mile north of Falls Road. The hours of operation for Friday photography by Richard Paul and Saturday are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. On Sunday, the bazaar will Weiblinger. Free and open to the be open from noon to 4 p.m. Call 301-765-9188 or visit public. Call for hours and directions www.peterpaul.net. 301-299-7087. FRIDAY/SEPT. 13 Contra Dance. 7:30 p.m. lessons start; 8:30-11:30 p.m. dancing at Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. The Glen Echo Open Band provides music. $10/adult; $5/17 and under. Visit www.fridaynightdance.org. Salsa Dance. 8 p.m.-midnight at Ballroom Annex at Glen Echo, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. $12. Visit www.oohsalsa.com for more. Evening with a Singer/Songwriter. 7-9:30 p.m. at Old Angler’s Inn, 10801 MacArthur Blvd. Enjoy a performance by Stephanie Falcone. $30/person; $20/alum. Visit www.stephaniefalcone.com for more. SATURDAY/SEPT. 14 Arts and Crabs. Enjoy an all-you-can- eat crab feast, enjoy live music and create a crustacean keepsake at VisArts, 155 Gibbs St., Rockville. Visit www.visartscenter.org or call 301- 315-8200 to register and for pricing. Art Exhibit. Noon-6 p.m. at Yellow Barn Gallery at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. See travel paintings by local artist Chris Luckman. A reception will be held from 4-6 p.m. Free. Visit www.yellowbarnstudio.com. Family Swing Dance. 2:30-5:30 p.m. at Ballroom Annex at Glen Echo, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. $8/adult; 13 and under free. Visit www.flyingfeet.org for more. Swing Dance. 8 p.m.-midnight at Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Features music by Dr. Zoot. $18/adult; $12/age 11-17; $10/age 10 and below. Visit www.glenechopark.org for more. SUNDAY/SEPT. 15 Run for Recovering Heroes 5K & 10K benefit. 3:30 p.m. Registration ends after Sept. 14. To register visit www.safetyandhealthfoundation.org/ heroes. Race takes place at the Carderock Recreation Area, Clara Barton Parkway, Carderock. $40. 6 ❖ Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Packet pick-up opens at 2:30 p.m day dancing from 9-11:30 p.m. in the Craig Gildner Big Band. $18. Visit of the race. Sponsorships are still Ballroom Annex, 7300 MacArthur www.glenechopark.org for more. available as well, to sponsor Run For Blvd., Glen Echo. $8. Capital Blues Recovering Heroes, contact race presents the dances. Visit SEPT. 21-OCT. 27 organizer Elizabeth McClure 202- www.capitalblues.org for more. Exhibition. See “Wearable PINK: 617-5708, Cancer Journeys in Jewelry” at [email protected]. FRIDAY/SEPT. 20 Popcorn Gallery at Glen Echo Park, Waltz Dance Workshop. Workshop Contra Dance. 7:30 p.m. lessons start; 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Blair Anderson at 2:45 p.m. and dance at 3:30 in the 8:30 -11:30 p.m. dancing at Spanish depicts personal stories of women Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, Ballroom at Glen Echo, 7300 who are cancer survivors. A select 7300 MacArthur Boulevard. Join us MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Tidal number of works will be sold to for a Waltz dance featuring the Wave provides music. $10/adult; $5/ benefit a breast cancer research fund. ensemble Waltz du jour playing a 17 and under. Visit Hours are Saturdays and Sundays lively mix of folk waltzes with a few www.fridaynightdance.org for more. from noon-6 p.m. Visit www.glen other couple dances. Admission is Balboa DJ Dance. 8:30-11:30 p.m. at echopark.org or 301-634-2222. $10, no partner required. Visit Ballroom Annex, 7300 MacArthur www.waltztimedances.org or call Blvd. All ages can enjoy Bal-swing SUNDAY/SEPT. 22 Where Traditions Meet… 301-634-2222. dancing. $10. Visit Concert. 7 p.m. at Glen Echo Town Art Exhibit. Noon-5 p.m. at Yellow www.glenechopark.org for more. Hall, 6106 Harvard Ave. The South Barn Gallery at Glen Echo Park, 7300 Roscommon Singers will perform a MacArthur Blvd. See travel paintings SEPT. 20-OCT. 27 variety of songs that come straight Today’s Expectations! by local artist Chris Luckman. Free. Theater Performance. See from the heart of Ireland. The Visit www.yellowbarnstudio.com. “Goodnight Moon” at Adventure suggested donation for the concert is Waltz Dance. 2:45-6 p.m. at Spanish Theatre at Glen Echo Park, 7300 $15, all proceeds will go to Ballroom at Glen Echo, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. All ages. Visit performers. Visit www.fsgw.org or MacArthur Blvd. Dance to live music www.adventuretheatre-mtc.org or call 703-658-0957. by KGB. $10. Visit 301-634-2270. Art Exhibit. Noon-5 p.m. at Yellow “Breakfast at the Farm” www.waltztimedances.org for more. Barn Gallery, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Family Dance. 3-5 p.m. at Ballroom SATURDAY/SEPT. 21 Meet Pate’ Painters, a group of local Annex at Glen Echo, 7300 MacArthur Self-Publishing Artist Books artists who meet weekly for critiques, Blvd. All ages welcome. $5, age 4 Workshop. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at painting, food and company. Free. Join us Tuesday–Saturday and older. Visit www.fsgw.org. Photoworks Gallery at Glen Echo Visit www.glenechopark.org for Argentine Tango. 6:30-11 p.m. at Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. $225 more. ContraStock 3. 1-11 p.m. at A M A M Ballroom Annex, 7300 MacArthur includes a manual. Registration Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, 8:00 . .–11:00 . . Blvd. DJ Rene Davila will mix the required, www.glenechopark.org. 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Enjoy a variety music. $15/person; $10/dance only. Art Exhibit. Noon-6 p.m. at Yellow of bands, callers and more for a Visit www.glenechopark.org. Barn Gallery, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. dance-a-palooza. There will be a Sunday: 8:00 A.M.–10:30 A.M. Contra Dance. 7-10:30 p.m. at Meet Pate’ Painters, a group of local potluck picnic at 6 p.m. $38/advance Spanish Ballroom, 7300 MacArthur artists who meet weekly for critiques, general; $32/advance member; $20/ Blvd. Music by Honeysuckle rose. painting, food and company. Free. advance youth or student. Visit Breakfast Favorites including $13/nonmember; $10/member; $5/ Visit www.glenechopark.org. www.fsgw.org for more. 17 and under. Visit www.fsgw.org. Opening Reception. 7-9 p.m. see Argentine Tango. 6:30-11 p.m. at Hot Golden Popovers…Of Course! Opening Reception. 5-7 p.m. see “Wearable PINK: Cancer Journeys in Ballroom Annex, 7300 MacArthur “The District: The Streets of Jewelry” at Popcorn Gallery at Glen Blvd. DJ Rene Davila will mix the Washington, D.C., 1984-1994” at Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. music. $15/person; $10/dance only. Photoworks Gallery at Glen Echo Blair Anderson depicts personal Visit www.glenechopark.org. Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Michael stories of women who are cancer 10710 Falls Rd, Potomac, MD Horsley shows how much the city has survivors. A select number of works THURSDAY/SEPT. 26 changed, as well as how much it has will be sold to benefit a breast cancer Blues Dance. 8:15 p.m. lessons start, 301-983-8838 survived. Free. Visit research fund. Visit www.glenecho dancing from 9-11:30 p.m. in the www.glenechopark.org for more. park.org or 301-634-2222. Ballroom Annex, 7300 MacArthur Visit popovers.com Swing Dance. 8 p.m.-midnight at Blvd., Glen Echo. $8. Capital Blues THURSDAY/SEPT. 19 Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo, 7300 presents the dances. Visit Blues Dance. 8:15 p.m. lessons start, MacArthur Blvd. Features music by www.capitalblues.org for more.

Potomac Village Deli Catering Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Catering THE POTOMAC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 301•299•5770 in partnership with www.potomacvillagedeli.com Normandie Farm Restaurant invites you to a NETWORKING EVENT! Thursday, September 19, 2013 • 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Home of Your 10710 Falls Road • Potomac, MD 20854 Cost: Potomac Chamber Members: $10.00 • Non-Members: $15.00 Cash Bar available Corporate & Residential NORMANDIE FARM IS GENEROUSLY PROVIDING HORS D’OEUVRES FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT! Catering Headquarters To reserve your place and/or for additional information, Call the Potomac Chamber of Commerce: 301-299-2170 Or reserve your spot online at www.potomacchamber.org Serving the R.S.V.P. by September 17, 2013 Community Bring your business cards and plenty of conversation! for over If you would like to donate a door prize, 35 Years please call Jennifer at the Chamber office. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 ❖ 7 Home LifeStyle

BEFORE: Bath in a Chevy Chase BEFORE: Entryway in a Chevy Chase condominium re- BEFORE: Kitchen in a Chevy Chase condominium remodel BEFORE: Living room in a Chevy Chase condominium remodel project. model project. project. remodel project. Condo Renovations As sales of condominiums grow, so does demand for luxury renovations.

ore people are moving from leafy, sprawling suburbs to Mmore urban areas, neighbor More hoods both in the city and in Northern Virginia that offer close proximity Contact BOWA’s McLean office at 703-734-9050 or to restaurants, jobs, cultural activities and see www.bowa.com for more information. Metro. Sales of condominiums in Northern Vir- ginia are up, with growth in sales of condos outpacing both single-family homes and townhouses in the past year, according to the Northern Virginia Association of Real- tors. Photos Courtesy of Both “echo boomers” (30-and-under) and retiring baby boomers want smaller homes near public transportation, shopping and workplaces, driving up the demand for condominiums, Lisa Sturtevant, deputy director of GMU’s Center for Regional Analysis reported to NVAR in March. BOWA Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, With the growth in demand for condominiums comes growth in demand for con- September 27-29, 10am to 5pm dominium renovations. This remodeled Chevy Chase condominium kitchen included a sleek One local company BOWA, a residential kitchen with ample storage. 10600 Tulip Lane Potomac remodel and construction firm based in McLean, is responding to that trend by bring- even outdoor spaces. pletely different in a condominium building. ing on a new project leader, Mark Miller, with When renovating a condominium, Miller The structural systems are different,” Miller expertise in condo remodeling and commer- says they see some very demanding cooks. said. “The stakes are so much higher.” cial construction. Miller and BOWA say they “They want high-end appliances. … What In a condominium renovation, you might are responding to the demand to push the clients want for their finishes is high end have 10 very close neighbors who are con- boundaries of luxury condo transformation. residential.” cerned about noise. Just the installation of Most upscale condominium buyers will “Ten years ago, it was not even possible a dryer vent is likely to require a permit. select a location where they want to live first, to produce that environment in a condo.” Delivery of building materials and taking and then search for a condo to buy, said Some clients are renovating even in brand care of debris are more complex. Tapping Miller, who is an Arlington resident, often new buildings. “People will buy two units into the heating and hot water systems in a in older buildings. and combine them. Sometimes they are condominium building requires different “Condos come in all different sizes and looking for different space than the [condo expertise than most single-family home flavors,” Miller said. “Years ago people didn’t developers] are willing to do,” Miller said. builders have. even think of renovating a condo.” Miller recommends that anyone planning People moving from larger suburban RENOVATING CONDOMINIUMS is to buy a condo to renovate consult an expe- This renovation features custom woodwork and homes often are not satisfied with the fundamentally different than renovating a rienced condo remodeler before they buy. built-ins to maximize space. smaller room sizes, utilitarian kitchens and single-family home, and it requires very dif- An experienced company can help guide Featuring: seasonal wreaths, garlands, cramped bathrooms that are typical of many ferent expertise, even if the desired outcome the design with a realistic sense of what they one remodeling friendly?’ By getting on board early with a swags, centerpieces and much more! customer we can avoid some of the pitfalls,” Miller said. “We condominiums. inside might look similar. actually can do and what sort of budget the Our shop was highlighted in the 2011 Potomac Country can offer some design ideas for some things they haven’t even “But now we can change the footprint “It’s a completely different animal,” Miller project would require, can help with the House Tour, the Washington Post Magazine thought of.” from smaller rooms to open layouts,” Miller said. The permitting and approval process permitting process. of September 30, 2012. said, creating room for luxurious kitchens is far more stringent, requiring commercial “By understanding what’s possible, we can Renovating a condo is completely different, but it doesn’t open to spacious entertaining areas, luxuri- standards in many cases. come in very early, so if someone is contem- have to be bad, he said. You can create “brand new luxurious 301-424-7940 ous bathrooms, audio/visual spaces and “The normal renovation process is com- plating a purchase, we can evaluate ‘is this space out of something that wasn’t that way before.”

8 ❖ Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 ❖ 9 Potomac REAL ESTATE Photos by Deb Stevens/The Almanac Top Sales July, 2013

In July 2013, 87 Potomac homes sold between $3,575,000-$298,888.

1 10920 Cripplegate Road — $3,575,000

4 12506 Sycamore View Drive — $2,330,000

5 9112 Paytley Bridge Lane — $2,325,000

6 10712 Stanmore Drive — $2,050,000

4 7 8933 Harvest Square Court — 9 8926 Abbey Terrace — $1,850,000 $1,960,000

Address ...... BR FB HB .. Postal City .. Sold Price .... Type ...... Lot AC . PostalCode ..... Subdivision ...... Date Sold

1 10920 CRIPPLEGATE RD ...... 8 ... 8 .... 1 ..... POTOMAC ... $3,575,000 .... Detached ..... 2.48 ...... 20854 ...... POTOMAC FALLS ...... 07/25/13

2 10701 ALLOWAY DR ...... 7 ... 5 .... 2 ..... POTOMAC ... $3,085,000 .... Detached ..... 2.07 ...... 20854 ...... POTOMAC FALLS ...... 07/24/13

3 11821 CENTURION WAY ...... 6 ... 7 .... 2 .... ROCKVILLE .. $2,375,000 .... Detached ..... 2.00 ...... 20854 ...... PALATINE ...... 07/01/13

5 4 12506 SYCAMORE VIEW DR ...... 6 ... 6 .... 2 ..... POTOMAC ... $2,330,000 .... Detached ..... 6.70 ...... 20854 ... STONEY CREEK FARM ... 07/15/13 7 5 9112 PAYTLEY BRIDGE LN ...... 6 ... 7 .... 1 ..... POTOMAC ... $2,325,000 .... Detached ..... 2.19 ...... 20854 .... KENTSDALE ESTATES ... 07/10/13

6 10712 STANMORE DR ...... 5 ... 4 .... 1 ..... POTOMAC ... $2,050,000 .... Detached ..... 2.00 ...... 20854 ...... POTOMAC FALLS ...... 07/11/13 6 1 7 8933 HARVEST SQUARE CT ...... 5 ... 6 .... 2 ..... POTOMAC ... $1,960,000 .... Detached ..... 2.07 ...... 20854 .... KENTSDALE ESTATES ... 07/22/13 2 9 8 8805 BELMART RD ...... 5 ... 3 .... 1 ..... POTOMAC ... $1,925,000 .... Detached ..... 3.28 ...... 20854 ...... POTOMAC FALLS ...... 07/01/13 8 9 8926 ABBEY TER ...... 6 ... 4 .... 2 ..... POTOMAC ... $1,850,000 .... Detached ..... 0.28 ...... 20854 ...... AVENEL ...... 07/26/13 Copyright 2013 RealEstate Business Intelligence. Source: MRIS as of August 15, 2013. © Google Map data

10 ❖ Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Serving Those with Developmental Disabilities cause there was little offered. PCR was cre- “We still operate from the same tiny of- PCR works with other ated and now offers 35 semester programs fice in the Parish House, donated by Our as well as special events, information, ad- Lady of Mercy Church,” said Lubran. “Our groups to launch vocacy and respite care.” program director, Seth Duncan, supervises Participants in PCR are called members our staff and personally knows each of the similar programs. — and membership is free. Courses focus members and families. It’s a real culture of

Photo Contributed By Susan Belford on communication skills and speech caring and understanding. We provide as- The Almanac therapy, art and music instruction and fit- sistance in accessing available resources and ness and exercise. All the exercise programs services and also help families to advocate are led by a licensed personal trainer, mu- for their loved one. ” n 1994, Joan and Jim Sullivan of sic and art programs by licensed music and Since PCR wants to maintain their size Potomac proposed an idea to Father I art therapists, and women’s and men’s and programs in order to be personally in- John Enzler and the parishioners of groups are facilitated by licensed clinical volved with each member, they have been Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church — an social workers. Members enjoy participat- assisting other groups to launch their own idea that changed and improved services Alyssa Florwick, deputy respite ing in chorus, basketball, aerobics, yoga, programs for those with developmental dis- for teens and adults with developmental dis- director for Potomac Community rhythmic movement, photography classes abilities. Riley said, “We have been advis- abilities in Montgomery County. Resources, with a PCR member. — and in 5K running and walking pro- ing other groups on how to do what they Because their daughter Patricia was born grams. PCR also offers a Friday night social vides crucial social and recreational oppor- want to do by explaining how we work — with profound disabilities, they requested club as well as a series on transitioning from tunities that they so need. Most live at home and aiding them in any way we can. We are that the church do more to help people like high school to adulthood. There is a mini- without a lot to do — and this gives them pleased because the number of available their daughter. Patricia died on New Year’s mal charge for the classes, but “no one is an opportunity for five hours once a month programs in and around Montgomery Eve in 1994 without being able to partici- ever turned away or excluded,” said Abby to come and have fun.” County has grown.” pate in Potomac Community Resources’ pro- Lubran, volunteer and program coordina- Four times a year PCR holds special event PCR has won numerous awards for their grams. tor. parties for members, families, volunteers innovative programs. PCR is funded by in- “It goes to show how a serendipitous in- The Tricia Sullivan Respite Program is and staff — often attended by as many as dividual and corporate contributions, foun- teraction can become very special and also offered for people with significant care 400. They host Halloween and Holiday par- dation grants and funding from the Mont- meaningful in a community,” said Stephen needs and/or those with medical needs. ties at the Connelly School of the Holy gomery County Department of Health and Riley, PCR’s executive director. “Our answer This program provides five hours of thera- Child, a February Beach Party where every- Human Services as well as through a grant was to develop a series of innovative so- peutically fun activities such as pet therapy, one shows up in colorful bathing suits, from the Montgomery County Council. They cial, recreational programs and therapeu- massages, sensory activities, wheelchair shorts — and even hula skirts and a July are also supported by 100 or more volun- tic programs. At our initial organizational dancing, adaptive aerobics and Barbeque at Smokey Glen. The Best Bud- teers each year. To become a member, to meetings, we identified teens and adults as aromatherapy. “The energy in the room is dies program at Holy Child works in con- volunteer or to donate, visit the people who most needed programs be- infectious,” said Lubran. “This program pro- junction with PCR. www.pcr.inc.org or call 301-365-0561.

www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 ❖ 11 Opinion POTOMAC ALMANAC Safe Playing Field Act. YIELD REDUCTION — Farmers generally Focus on Use Meanwhile, the proof of the factors in why see a significant decrease in the yields of fields www.PotomacAlmanac.com we should ban these products continues to after the first two years using Roundup. Newspaper of Potomac Of Pesticides stack up from scientific sources. Here are just SPECIES REDUCTION — Roundup causes A Connection Newspaper To the Editor: a few of the reasons to not use the weed killer the destruction of important soil flora, plants An independent, locally owned weekly The following open letter was addressed to the mem- known as Roundup, for example (most from that are important in nitrogen fixation, miner- newspaper delivered bers of the Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and SafeLawns.org), but applies to other pesticides alization, and other soil fertility processes. to homes and businesses. Environment (T&E) Committee. Americans have been led to believe they need as well: WATER QUALITY — Roundup causes in- 1606 King Street HUMAN HEALTH — The product can cause creased leaching of phosphorus and other nu- Alexandria, Virginia 22314 poisons to keep their yard pretty and pest-free. According to the Environmental Protection an increase in human disease due to the way trients into waterways. Additionally, scientists Free digital edition delivered to Agency (EPA), we use 67 million tons of chemi- Roundup causes restriction of nutrients such have identified an emerging class of contami- your email box. Go to as calcium (which affects bone density), iron nants in the Potomac River, called endocrine- connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe cals on our lawns each year, dropping over $700 million for the privilege of contaminat- (blood), manganese, zinc (liver, kidney) and disrupting compounds (EDCs), a variety of ing our surroundings and ourselves. copper, magnesium (brain). Tests show an “in- natural and manmade chemicals from many PUBLISHER Homeowners use 10 times the ert” ingredient in Roundup, polyethoxylated sources which cannot be removed from our Mary Kimm tallowamine, or POEA, kills human cells. Traces drinking water. 703-778-9433 Letter amount of pesticides per acre that [email protected] farmers do. And toxic particles can of Roundup found on corn and soybeans, ADDITIONAL GMOs — As more and more @MaryKimm drift several feet, or even many among other crops, can cause cell damage in weeds mutate and become resistant to EDITORIAL miles, depending on the method of applica- humans. Roundup, the pesticide industry races to de- PHONE: 703-821-5050 tion and other factors. PLANT HEALTH — Roundup increases velop more genetically modified plants. News E-MAIL: plant stress and disease due to its interaction out of the University of Missouri this week [email protected] There are currently few legal rights against pesticide drift, despite the mounting evidence with biology in the soil. In some cases, the plant states that researchers there plan to genetically EDITOR that these pesticides are killing us and our pets, toxicity can have residual negative impacts on modify plants to resist the herbicide 2,4-D, a Steven Mauren, 703-778-9415 animals and humans. product that has been shown in peer-reviewed [email protected] and poisoning our environment. The current regulatory system favors pesticide applicators NUTRIENT REDUCTION — Widespread scientific journals to increase the likelihood of SPORTS EDITOR and manufacturers and places the burden of use of the product reduces the nutrient value non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, endocrine disrup- Jon Roetman, of food because the Roundup binds and inhib- tion, reproductive and developmental effects, 703-224-3015 proof on victims of pesticide poisoning. [email protected] Rather than take the rational approach and its the movement of essential micronutrients. as well as water contamination and toxicity to @jonroetman get the dangerous stuff off the market, as the MUTANT WEEDS — After nearly four de- aquatic organisms. CONTRIBUTING WRITERS folks in Canada have been systematically do- cades of use, many areas of the country are Eighty percent of our neighbors to the north, Cissy Finley Grant, Carole Dell, ing in the past 20 years, Americans just race to seeing an increase in new species of weeds re- the Canadian population, now live under the Kenny Lourie, Ken Moore, sistant to Roundup. auspices of bans of products like weed ‘n feed Susan Belford, Colleen Healy fix one problem by replacing it with a poten- tially larger problem. The view, clearly, is that PESTICIDE RELIANCE — Since the intro- and Roundup. That begs the question even Contributing “science will cure all ills” when a heavy dose duction of “Roundup Ready” genetically modi- more loudly: If Canada can ban pesticides with- Photographers fied plants in 1996, use of Roundup has in- out appreciable consequences, when will the Harvey Levine, Deborah Stevens of common sense would clearly be the best path. The good news to report is that the Ca- creased exponentially. Uses of other pesticides U.S., Maryland and Montgomery County be- Art/Design: nadian example is not being wholly ignored. have also increased due to additional weed, gin to catch up? Laurence Foong, John Heinly insect and disease pressure caused by over re- Barbara Hoover Production Manager Bills in at least two states are following the Jean Card lead set by New York last year with its Child liance on Roundup. Potomac Geovani Flores

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New Athletic Field Washington Episcopal School students cheer as head of School Kirk Duncan and Board Chair Britt Snider ’88 cut ribbon on new athletic field, as Washington Nationals baseball team “racing president” George Washington looks on. The field, with a dragon design located at the center, has stadium seating for 80, picnic tables, and a brick walkway consisting of more than 200 bricks engraved with personal messages from the school community. Construction was handled by Forrester Construction Company of Rockville. Washington Episcopal School is an independent, coeducational day school in Bethesda for students age 3 to grade 8. See www.w-e-s.org.

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three times. The Bulldogs rushed for 114 yards, led Whitman Football by Juwan Hamelin’s 55-yard effort. Defensively, Steven Stillwell led Churchill with Blanks Blake in Opener seven tackles. Blake Dove and Giulian Groce each Whitman running back Zac Morton ran for 112 had six. Churchill, which reached the playoffs each yards and a touchdown and caught six passes for of the last two seasons, will host Walter Johnson at 107 yards and another score as the Vikings opened 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 20. the season with a 28-0 victory at Blake on Sept. 6. Whitman quarterback Evan Smith completed 12 of 20 passes for 187 yards, with one touchdown and Bullis Looking one interception, and also scored a touchdown on the ground as the Vikings captured their first sea- To Bounce Back son-opening victory since 2011. The Bullis football team will travel to St. Mary’s in Whitman will host Quince Orchard at 6:30 p.m. Annapolis on Sept. 12 in search of its first victory of on Thursday, Sept. 12. the season. The Bulldogs opened the year with a 42- 0 loss to St. John’s on Aug. 30. Wootton Football Kickoff against St. Mary’s is scheduled for 7 p.m. Beats WJ Churchill Field The Wootton football team shut out Walter Johnson 38-0 on Sept. 7 at Wootton High School, giving the Hockey Starts 2-0 Patriots back-to-back season-opening victories. The Churchill field hockey team won its first two The Patriots will travel to face Bethesda-Chevy games, beating Quince Orchard 1-0 on Sept. 6 and Chase at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12. Watkins Mill 5-0 on Sept. 9. Against QO, Churchill’s Clare Nolan scored the game’s lone goal, which was assisted by Annie Churchill Falls Moshyedi and Carly Kabelac. To B-CC Churchill will host Kennedy at 5 p.m. on Sept. 17. 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Photo by overwhelming feelings of loneliness behind me, motivated folks able to connect and bond making my family that much larger.” through sharing physical and mental chal- ❖ “It gave me confidence in myself again. It lenge through cycling. It just doesn’t get brought me close with other vets and people who understood what I had been through. It is such a much better than that.” Mary Kimm great feeling. No other therapy or medication “Being part of the team, unit, organiza- comes close.” tion, movement, which lifts spirits, health, “Being part of the team, unit, organization, and wellness, to accomplish incredible feats movement, which lifts spirits, health, and wellness, of effort is life lifting,” said another. /The Almanac to accomplish incredible feats of effort is life lifting.” Ride2Recovery and its programs have dis- ❖ “Life changing experience. I never thought tributed more than 3,000 bikes to veterans how much I could do until this challenge. It has of wide ranges of disabilities and injuries, taught me that I can do more than I think and my said Sprano. self esteem has dramatically increased.” ❖ “Since my first ride I have ridden approxi- Project Hero was created to enhance, in- mately 650 miles including this one. I know now spire, and challenge Healing Heroes’ reha- Two veterans who have lost limbs use adaptive bikes to tackle steep that I am not doomed to die a slow non-active life. bilitation by introducing them to Ride 2 hills on River Road. I now ride, dropping weight, socializing, reflecting Recovery. “Hosted at military installations on the past and for the longest time looking toward the future waiting to see what’s next on my bike.” and VA facilities, each participant sets indi- Gulf Coast, Great Lakes, New England and ❖ “ Always a blessing and has done so much to vidual goals while working in a group. In Get Involved Texas. continue to heal my PTSD.” partnership with local facility staff and Ride 2 Recovery and Project Hero need volun- “A Challenge pushes participants to their ❖ “Not only does trips like these challenge me teers and donations. See ride2recovery.com limit, both physically and mentally. These physically, some of the events, dealing with people, cadre, the Project HERO provides person- large crowds, enclosed areas, tunnels, traffic. I am alized and progressive cycling programs Challenges bring active duty military and extremely happy about that I can be with my fam- that fits the needs of the patient popula- end, passing the 50 miles per hour speed injured veterans from all branches of the ily while going through.” tion and promotes a fuller and quicker re- limit on downgrades, and pushing forward U.S. military to ride in a group of 150-200 ❖ “I needed to know that I can still perform. I can on River Road’s upgrades. cyclists providing a sense of normalcy, ac- still do and be a functional soldier and a part of my habilitation.” community. Since my injury, I thought my body In 2008, 55 participants rode in Key events for R2R include the 9/11 complishment, pride, camaraderie and re- gave up on me. I needed to prove to myself that I Ride2Recovery events in California and American Challenge which started near lief from depression and other problems can still do it.” ❖ Washington D.C. and 20 cycles were dis- Ground Zero and finished at the Pentagon, that accompany their recovery and rehabili- “Once in a lifetime experience with some great men and women. Staff did great job with rider tributed. Last year, 1,200 riders participated Normandy Challenge which traced the steps tation,” according to press materials. safety.” in rides throughout the year and 450 cycles of D-Day and subsequent battles, and the “It’s really about physical and mental re- ❖ “This challenged me both mentally and physi- were distributed. signature annual events, California Chal- habilitation, being with a group of people cally. I was able to reach further heights and prove Specialized mechanics with the program lenge from San Francisco to LA along the people again is a huge step towards the to myself there is still more for me to achieve in cycling.” adapt cycles for anyone. coast and the Memorial Challenge from D.C. healing process,” said Sprano. ❖ “The opportunity to clear my mind from all the One veteran with three amputated limbs to Virginia Beach. Other Challenges have “I’ve seen people do a complete turn bad, challenge myself to complete an athletic feat was training on River Road Labor Day week- been held in the Bluegrass states, Colorado, around,” said Springer. I never thought possible. Inspiration from others and allowed to be me.” Book Depicts Her Parents’ Early Relationship “It was a sort of treasure trove and doing all those things you fore the book was published, McPhee’s Local author pens of the history of my family. Includ- read about in Fitzgerald nov- family was supportive and offered much ing their secret elopement and els,” she said. feedback throughout the writing process. memoir “Love Crazy.” their families trying to break them Moreover, she was also able McPhee also she tried to give a realis- up. As I read the letters, I wanted to learn about her father’s jour- tic portrayal of her parents and the pe- By Senitra T. McCombs to write the story because it re- ney overseas during World War riod in which they lived in. Besides read- The Almanac ally told the story of the 1920s,” II. ing their letters, she spent hours gather- she said. Selby “I really loved reading my ing background information from books ne day while helping her par- McPhee was thrilled to discover McPhee father’s war letters. I was fas- on each of the time periods covered in Oents move their belongings hundreds of letters her mother cinated to read what it was like the book. into a retirement community, and father sent to each other. for the Navy in the Pacific, on ships head- “It was very interesting reading the Potomac resident Selby McPhee Since both of her parents were in their ing for unknown places, being on Guam, books about the Depression and learn- stumbled upon a box of letters with the 40s when she was born, these letters also building a base, interacting with the ing how old rubber hoses and bathing words “Personal letters of Mr. and Mrs. gave her a rare glimpse into the early years Chamorro children who went to school caps were taken so that the government J. J. Fleming, Jr — to be destroyed un- of their relationship and marriage. nearby,” she said. could make tires,” she said. opened” written on the lid in 1983. During the first year of their marriage, Like many “war babies,” she did not She also encourages individuals to look “I couldn’t resist reading them,” she her father’s parents send him back to meet her father until she was older. through those old boxes of letters or pa- said. Cornell University to finish out his last year When her father returned home, she and pers in their attics because “there are sto- Based on these letters between her par- without his wife, Peggy. So the early letters her mother took a train ride to meet him ries there to be told.” ents (Jack and Peggy Fleming), McPhee captured her parents’ dreams and hopes for when she was two years old. McPhee is a retired staff writer and wrote the memoir “Love Crazy.” the future of their marriage and family. As a first time author, she faced a num- editor at schools, universities, and other The book documents her parents’ in- One of her favorite letters captures her ber of challenges. One of the biggest educational institutions including Tufts tense and often chaotic courtship and parents’ life in 1920’s Chicago during the challenges she faced was being objec- University and the National Association marriage. The author also addresses how height of the jazz scene and speakeasy era. tive and “controlling some of her emo- of Independent Schools. “we are formed by our families” and “It was wonderful to read about this tional reactions” by not allowing them The book was released in April 2013 “how we carry some of our parents with young couple who were having fun, drink- to color her writing. and is available at local bookstores, Ama- us” in relation to her family. ing bathtub gin and going to speakeasies ... Although her older brother died be- zon and Barnes and Noble. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 ❖ 15 16 ❖ Potomac Almanac ❖ September 11-17, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com