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News, Page 4 STD PRSRT Photo by Mercia Hobson/The Connection by Mercia Hobson/The Photo September 26-October 2, 2018 online at www.connectionnewspapers.com News Climate Forum Highlights Sharp Differences Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions hosts public forum featuring Kaine and Stewart.

By Andrea Worker asking for is an open mind, and I will have The Connection an open mind, as well.” Stewart readily admits that the climate illed as a public forum to focus has changed significantly in recent years, on the effects of climate change but he does not see that as being primarily Bon Virginia and what actions Vir- “caused by man,” and that he does not be- ginians can take to combat the lieve “man can change that.” His assertion situation, the Virginia Climate Crisis Forum brought shouts and boos from the crowd, played out more like a debate between the and had moderator Wright calling for civil- two candidates seeking to represent the ity and respect. Commonwealth in the United States Sen- The contrasts between the two men con- ate in the Nov. 6 elections. The contrast was tinued as they answered the questions of clear, even though Democratic incumbent the moderator and the panelists. Tim Kaine and his Republican challenger, On the subject of constructing additional Corey Stewart, the chairman of the Prince pipelines in Virginia, Kaine thought that the William County Board of Supervisors, were process to permit such construction was never on stage at the same time. flawed and needed to be addressed at the The packed house in the auditorium on Federal level. Sept. 18 at James Madison High School in “I’m not saying I would never be in favor Vienna, didn’t seem to mind. Faith Alliance The Virginia Climate Crisis Forum drew a packed house in the audito- of a new pipeline,” Kaine said, but that the for Climate Solutions organized the event. rium of James Madison High School in Vienna. question first needed to be asked if a pipe- “We need to know where these two stand Photos by Andrea Worker/The Connection line was truly needed, and then to proceed and what they plan to do about climate and with an investigatory process to assess im- environmental issues,” was the opinion of pact and to allow for “real citizen input,” two retirees who braved the traffic from rather than token outreach. Springfield to attend the event. Reliance on green energy solutions would There was a three-person panel of experts “increase the costs of power, cost jobs” and bringing the perspectives of health, national make the country less secure, while having security and local government to the dis- little impact on the negatives associated cussion. with climate change, Stewart said. Samantha Ahdoot, MD, is a pediatrician Stewart’s answers throughout the forum and co-founder of Virginia Clinicians for strongly defended the coal industry. Ex- Climate Action. Ahdoot shared statistics and pressing his agreement with the President’s personal experience about the effects of decision to pull out of the Paris Climate pollution, hotter summers, and worsening Accord, Stewart said that shutting down the allergy seasons on her young patients, and coal industry or imposing “burdensome” on the elderly and more vulnerable. environmental regulations on businesses “A bold vision for de-carbonization will would just move the problem to countries ensure a healthy future for Virginia’s chil- like China and India where there would be dren with clean air and a stable climate,” less-regulation and more harmful effects. said Ahdoot. “Again,” he said, “losing jobs at home and Major General Rick Devereaux, USAF not solving anything.” (Ret.) opened a few eyes on how climate Major General Devereaux responded that change effects national security and the by leaving the Paris Accord “what we ceded preparedness of the American military to is moral leadership. É It diminishes our cope with those threats. After finishing his section of the event, U.S. Sen, Tim Kaine stepped moral authority and national security.” If “Climate change threatens our national backstage and took a few questions, including one from Oakton High there are problems with the pact – which security in a number of ways,” said School Junior Wendy Gao, who attended the forum as a reporter for her Devereaux acknowledged there are several Devereaux, noting that extreme changes school newspaper. – then it was the role of leaders to stay at in climate lead to economic and cultural the table and work the problem, rather than instabilities. “More risk of conflict, more The third panel member, Fairfax County Kaine wasted no time differentiating him- be “absent.” refugees fleeing environments growing Supervisor Dan Storck (D-Mount Vernon) self from his opponent and from the Trump more and more inhospitable.” Devereaux addressed the issues from a local govern- Administration. KAINE said that he supports eliminating sees that one effect as rocking an already ment level. The area that Storck represents “Before we talk about solutions,” said tax credits and subsidies for carbon energy shaky world stage, and “placing humani- “contains many waterways and various in- Kaine, “we have to all accept that man-made producers and other industries. tarian demands on our overtaxed military dustrial sites that combine to create unique climate change is real,” not the “hoax” that “It’s time for us to stop picking the win- forces.” risks and challenges,” and has also been Kaine reminded the audience was the ners and losers,” he said, and invest that Devereaux applauded the military’s move subject to flooding and other environmen- President’s often-stated opinion on the is- money more wisely. Kaine disagrees with toward biofuels and away from gasoline, tal damage. sue. “Both [Trump and Stewart] have used Stewart that “green solutions” would cause saying that one of the most dangerous mis- Storck emphasized the need to “take im- that word.” devastating job losses, citing studies and sions for military personnel is the movement mediate action” to protect “People, Places, Kaine supports the science of climate examples where more, better-paying and of highly flammable fuels in combat zones. and Property.” change and says that overall, so does Con- more sustainable employment is associated Rising sea levels are direct, physical gress. He relates that he sees the effects of with green energy industries, technology threats to military installations, Devereaux THE PANELISTS posed questions to the climate change every day. and research. said. “There’s some 1,700 [military instal- two senatorial candidates from their indi- “This is not a tomorrow issue in Virginia. The Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions lations] on coast lines, and many have al- vidual perspectives and areas of knowledge It’s an issue for today.” was founded in 2013 and has grown to rep- ready been subject to flooding” even with- and concern, led by moderator Rev. Dr. Jean Stewart began his remarks by saying to resent more than 70 congregations in North- out the influence of major storms like Hur- Wright, a co-founder of Faith Alliance for the climate-conscious audience that “per- ern Virginia. Visit www.faithforclimate.org ricane Florence. Climate Solutions. haps we won’t agree on much, but all I am for more information.

2 ❖ Reston Connection ❖ September 26 - October 2, 2018 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Reston Connection Editor Kemal Kurspahic News 703-778-9414 or [email protected]

Candidates for citizenship of the United States read the Oath of Alle- The pastel, crayon and colored pencil artwork of Neev Naguboyina, 9, of giance with Kimberly Zanotti, Washington Field Office Director, USCIS at Reston, named “Holiday in India” is inspired, he tells in the art card the Naturalization Ceremony held during the Reston Multicultural Festi- beside his work, by his life and cultural experiences of where he grew val on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018. up, India. Reston Celebrates 18th Multicultural Festival The Naturalization Ceremony makes the Multicultural Festival especially meaningful. By Mercia Hobson The Connection

hile the 2018 Reston Multicultural Festival of W fered arts, crafts, exhibi- tions, games, food, and live entertainment from around the world, perhaps one of the most critical and life- changing events unfolded on the World Stage at Lake Anne. Terri Booth, Supervisor Immigration Ser- vices, USCIS presented candidates for United States Citizenship and Kimberly Zanotti, Washington Field Office Director, USCIS administered the Oath of Allegiance. The Naturalization Ceremony was an honor and privilege to attend, said Caren Anton, Hunters Woods/Dogwood District Director on the Reston Association Board, during remarks at the ceremony. “[It is] an event that makes our own celebration of diversity especially meaningful.” Anton explained that more people immi- grate to the United States than any other place in the world and for many individuals, if given the opportunity, there is nothing more special than becoming a citizen of the United States of America. “Today we have the honor of witnessing the culmina- tion of that process,” said Anton.

Photos by Mercia Hobson The Connection Ino Ho Hernandez is one of the newest United States Third-generation Restonian Eden Zelman, 2, and citizens after taking part in the Naturalization Cer- Owen Ottmann enjoy a mask art project at the 2018 emony. Reston Multicultural Festival. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Reston Connection ❖ September 26 - October 2, 2018 ❖ 3 News

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During her remarks to the crowd, emcee of the 2018 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease, Northern Virginia Erin Hawksworth, Morning Anchor/Reporter and Sports Anchor/Reporter WJLA-TV (ABC7), says, As the route opened, families and friends take the first steps to a “This cause is personal for me.” world without Alzheimer’s. Walk to End Alzheimer’s Returns to Reston Families and friends take the first step to a world without Alzheimer’s. By Mercia Hobson million individuals serve as their unpaid the honors as the top fundraiser this year: lost someone to Alzheimer’s. The yellow The Connection caregivers. Hawksworth spoke from her Sherry Gryder and Anita Irvin who each flower represented people who support or heart as she told that everyone there under raised $26,781. Belanger pointed out the care for someone with Alzheimer’s. et’s get this energy going,” the Reston Town Center Pavilion had a rea- pair was the number 18 and 19 top “The blue flower, Hawksworth said, “rep- “ called Emcee Erin Hawksworth son for coming. “This cause is personal for fundraising individuals in the nation. resents people like Tim Frank. Tim is here L of WJLA-TV (ABC7) to the me,” Hawksworth said. She recalled how The top three fundraising teams as Fri- today with the Sterling Area Alzheimer’s crowd before the ceremonial her grandmother had Alzheimer’s and told day morning were in Number 3, Sunrise at Support Group and represents individuals start of the Alzheimer’s Association National her uncle is currently battling the disease. Reston with $7,010; Tall Oaks Number 2 at living with Alzheimer’s.” Capital Area Chapter Walk to End “I truly believe that together we can end $7,219; and Arden Courts, Fair Oaks Num- Hawksworth paused. “I am confident,” Alzheimer’s - Northern Virginia. Alzheimer’s. And I can tell by looking out ber 1 at $62,294. Belanger said Arden Court she said, “that one day we will add a flower On Sunday, Sept. 23, a reported 843 par- into this sea of purple that I’m not in this was the Number 12 team in the nation. to this garden. A white flower that repre- ticipants and 184 teams assembled under alone,” said Hawksworth. “Alzheimer’s is not going to back down, sents the first survivor of Alzheimer’s. … the Reston Town Center Pavilion for a walk Ilissa Belanger, the 2018 Northern Vir- neither should we,” said Hawksworth as Until that beautiful day happens, we must like no other. They were there to help raise ginia Event Chair came to microphone. “I purple, yellow, and blue flowers waved in not back down. We must continue to lead funds to further the care, support and re- have been touched by Alzheimer’s. I am very the hands of the participants. Hawksworth the way. Because together we can end search efforts of the Alzheimer’s Associa- passionate about this cause. Both my explained to the crowd that the orange flow- Alzheimer’s.” In a Monday afternoon phone tion. Hawksworth told how in Virginia, mother and mother-in-law had ers represented people those who support interview, Irvin reported both she and 140,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s,” said Belanger. She thanked the cause and the Association’s vision of a Gryder had increased their combined do- In the United States, more than 5 million and congratulated top fundraisers. world without Alzheimer’s disease. The nations to $63,000, now number 11 in the people are living with the disease, and 16 Meredith Hannan raised $5,400. Sharing purple flower represented people who have nation. For more, see www.alz.org/nca

“Who’s ready to lead the way to the end of When Ilissa Belanger, the 2018 Northern Vir- Alzheimer’s? 10...9...8…7...6...5...4...3...2…1... ginia Event Chair, thanked all the walkers and Cindy Maguire, on-air staff WINC FM 92.5 born The route is now open. Let’s Walk to End teams and applauded them for their hard and raised in Northern Virginia tearfully raises Alzheimer’s,” beckoned Emcee Erin Hawksworth work, Diann Bullock of Falls Church waved her the white flower which will, hopefully one day at the 2018 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease- yellow flowers. “My mom died this May. I’ve soon, represent the first survivor of Northern Virginia in Reston Town Center, Sun- been doing this for five years,” said Bullock. Alzheimer’s. day, Sept. 23, 2018. 4 ❖ Reston Connection ❖ September 26 - October 2, 2018 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Obituary Frank A. de la Fe Dies By Mercia Hobson Reston among them The Reston Association, then The Connection RHOA, Interfaith, now Cornerstones, the Regency Square Cluster board and Reston Soccer.

Family Photo eston resident Frank A. De la Fe was a long-time community activist. He Rde la Fe died Tuesday, served as the first Environmental Committee chair Sept. 18, 2018. His of one of Reston’s elementary schools, as a director daughters, Catherine and Mary, of the Reston Environmental Education Foundation, son-in-law Dionicio and grand- Reston Interfaith, and Reston Association and co- children Megan, Caitlin and Frank A. chaired the Herndon-Reston Recreational Facilities Juan, survive him. de la Fe Task Force. He volunteered as a soccer coach and De la Fe, a native of Havana, Cuba, retired in late was involved with Reston swim teams. 2017 from the Fairfax County Planning Commission De la Fe also served as Chairman of the Fairfax where he served as Vice Chairman since 2013. The County Park Authority Board during which time the Board of Supervisors first appointed him as the rep- Park Authority acquired more than 4,000 acres of resentative for the Hunter Mill District in 2001. One open space used for both active and passive recre- of the highlights of de la Fe’s achievements was his ation for County residents. Paul Baldino posted on work with the Commission on the approvals to bring the Adams-Green Funeral Home website that he had rail to the Dulles Corridor. the good fortune to be appointed Director of the According to the Fairfax County Planning Commis- Fairfax County Park Authority and serve under Chair- sion: “de la Fe worked for the National Aeronautics man Frank de la Fe. “His leadership, wisdom, skill in and Space Administration in the 1960s. From 1969 working with staff, no-nonsense attitude, and wry to 1971, he helped create the Illinois State Bureau humor changed the strategic direction of the organi- of the Budget. He then returned to Federal service zation and racked up a series of accomplishments to establish the Special Action Office for Drug Abuse that continue to benefit the outstanding park sys- Prevention. In 1974, he moved to the Justice tem enjoyed by Fairfax County residents,” wrote Department’s Law Enforcement Assistance Adminis- Baldino. tration. He completed his federal career in 1994 Hunter Mill Supervisor Catherine Hudgins said at when he retired from the Office of Personnel Man- a Fairfax County Board of Supervisors meeting last agement.” In 2001, the Fairfax Federation named de fall that de la Fe’s strength had been his ability to la Fe its “Citizen of the Year” because of his commit- hear all sides of an issue and come to a decision that ment to Fairfax County through participation in a best served the community and Fairfax County. broad range of volunteer activities since 1972. de la Funeral service for Frank A. de la Fe was held Fe served on various committees and boards in Monday, Sept. 24, 2018, at St. Thomas A’Becket Catholic Church in Reston.

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6 ❖ Reston Connection ❖ September 26 - October 2, 2018 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Opinion Pro & Con of Amazon HQ2 Coming to Reston Dear Editor, oped into a high-density residen- schools according to Fairfax The county’s transportation plan here. Within the next few weeks, tial-centric mixed-use urban envi- schools. More broadly, COG esti- for Reston is equally ludicrous. In It could use its “AAA” bonding Amazon is likely to announce the ronment. mates total added students from general, it hypothesizes without power, but the investment would location of its second corporate The county’s comprehensive all Amazon-related employment at meaningful evidence, using a be in the billions of dollars over headquarters—“HQ2.” Various re- plan for this masterpiece Bob 87,000. The county’s plan: Add flawed methodology, and relying time, put its bond rating at risk, porting on possible locations indi- Simon “planned” community— one elementary school and shift on unreliable self-monitoring that and require substantial additional cates it is likely to be located near modified without meaningful resi- some boundaries. Using the traffic will magically diminish as property taxes on all county resi- Dulles airport in the bulls-eye of dent knowledge, much less input, county’s forecasting methods, new bicycle and pedestrian facili- dents while limiting the availabil- the US internet. in recent years—is to triple Reston’s citizen groups calculate ties and high-density housing are ity of bonds for other county Regrettably, Fairfax County lead- Reston’s roughly 60,000 popula- that three new elementary schools added. needs. And there is little land ers are not planning realistically tion and add about 40,000 jobs and one each middle and high Its few substantial road improve- available in Reston for almost any or inclusively to provide the infra- over four decades. This includes school would be required. ment proposals, critically needed of the needed infrastructure in- structure needed to support the well over 100,000 new residents Open spaces — parks, athletic crossovers of the Dulles Corridor, vestments at any price. promise of 50,000 new jobs and the new jobs in its three Sil- fields, woods, and lakes — are a are literally decades away and Moreover, as analysis of numer- dangled by Jeff Bezos resulting in ver Line Metro stations and add- cornerstone of Reston’s history unfunded, and moving farther into ous research studies has pointed an estimated 130,000 person ing 20,000 residents to its rede- and its planning principles. More the future despite a special added out, the cost of adding infrastruc- population gain, according to the veloped suburban village centers, than 1,350 of its total 10,000 acres tax on Reston station area proper- ture to support residential devel- Washington Council of Govern- changing them from neighbor- is HOA open space while the ties. Finally, the Reston plan explic- opment consistently exceeds the ments (COG). Moreover, COG ex- hood shopping sites into high-den- county provides only about 110 itly proposes no additions to pub- new tax revenue generated. The pects Amazon’s arrival to gener- sity mixed-use mini-urban centers. acres of parkland in Reston. Yet the lic transit — none! result, of course, will be a sharp ate an additional population Reston’s residents are fighting county’s Reston plan calls for only Nonetheless, the County is in no diminution in Restonians’ quality growth of 260,000 people region- hard through their HOA and the about 12 new ballfields requiring financial position to carry out even of life with similar, but lesser, wide of households with employ- Coalition for a Planned Reston less than 50 acres, about one-quar- these insufficient plans as the de- lifestyle erosion county-wide. And, ees directly supporting Amazon. (CPR) to prevent the increased ter the acreage mandated by its lays and omissions in its transpor- when it suits Jeff Bezos, Amazon Reston is at the epicenter of zoning density that would allow own urban parkland acreage stan- tation planning highlight. It has will move on to “HQ3” — just as Fairfax’s development planning to this to happen, but the outlook is dards. insufficient reserves to buy land Exxon returned to Texas a four support Bezos’ expected move. It not good. There would be virtually no for schools, parks, or any other years ago — leaving behind the is along Metro’s Silver Line and That 180,000 or so population other public open spaces of con- public facility, much less build wreckage of the once-uplifting bordered by generally low-inten- means more than 5,000 new stu- sequence, maybe some small lin- them. Moreover, it almost certainly planned community of Reston. sity commercial development that dents added to the 20,000 kids ear and pocket parks, play- has made generous secret tax con- Terry Maynard is already being profitably redevel- already in Reston’s overcrowded grounds, and — yes — sidewalks. cessions to Amazon to attract it Reston Amazon’s HQ2- Facts or Opinions Picking Winners To the Editor: effectually a matter of determin- To the Editor: nearby areas such as Centreville Marketing Division from Everyone in a civilized soci- ing some folks to be more de- Philosopher and novelist Aldous or Herndon or others. And Mr. Merrifield to Houston. Not a fact! ety should have a roof over his serving than others. Huxley wrote that “facts do not Maynard neglected to note that, There was no impact on the Reston head. This is incontestable, but Who decides who merits this cease to exist because they are ig- if the site in question is selected, market because the jobs had been we have seen recently the sorry supervisor-bestowed boon and nored.” Terry Maynard’s recent many of the new residents will, of located in Merrifield. results of government-man- on what basis? Below an arbi- article titled “Amazon HQ2 in course, live in the partner jurisdic- The corporation was very care- dated “help” in the form of give- trarily set income level, you Reston? Not Good…” represents tion in this proposal, Loudoun ful to work closely with the com- away subprime mortgages and qualify, one dollar above this his opinion but also ignores some County. munity when it made its decision the like. We should be careful, level, you do not. Will not envy very important facts and misstates What we have learned over the and set sail for Texas. And, the maybe more public debate is and resentment result? other particulars. years is that businesses contribute Inova campus that is now in its needed. “The road to hell...,” Picking winners and losers, First and foremost, Amazon has a great deal to the real estate tax place will generate high-paying and all that. why is the Fairfax County Board not yet said anything about its fi- base, which helps to offset the important jobs for decades to Supervisor Cathy Hudgins of Supervisors in the landlord nal decision and, until they do so, costs of public services for resi- come. These are some of the ben- (Hunter Mill) wants more “af- business? no one really knows whether they dents. efits of having good corporate citi- fordable” housing (September Employing phrases such as will locate in northern Virginia or Amazon’s HQ2 campus will be zens in our community. Newsletter Highlights), prefer- “price-appropriate housing,” elsewhere. If you looked at twenty significant in its size and will cer- If Amazon does elect to bring its ably located close to some gem Supervisor Hudgins was articles on the subject, you will tainly contribute substantial real second headquarters to the of urban planning like a bike “thrilled” to vote for the afford- find at least ten different conclu- estate taxes to both counties, taxes Fairfax/Loudoun site, the benefits rack, hitchin’ post, or whatever able-housing vision, but for how sions, all of which are speculation that will support local education of having such a great corporate else our local legislators have many? on the part of the authors. systems, recreational opportuni- citizen join our community will be devised for us. The Soviet Union is the out- Mr. Maynard’s piece misleads ties and other important public incredible. “Affordable” (subsidized) standing example of virtually the reader by not acknowledging services. Now that’s a fact! housing, however and by universal “affordable” housing. that the location and growth of To cite another oft-used quote, whomever defined, is an “ethi- Anyone remember the Soviet HQ2 will likely take place over former United States Senator Gerald L. Gordon, Ph.D. cal” construct, Supervisor Union? about a twenty-year time frame. Daniel Patrick Moynihan once said President and CEO, Hudgins believes. Well, maybe. Harry Locock This will give all of the areas in- that “everyone is entitled to their Fairfax County Economic While laudable-sounding, it is Reston volved time to prepare the infra- own opinion but not their own Development Authority structure, build schools, and pro- facts.” One of Mr. Maynard’s non- vide the other public services that facts is that the counties have Bulletin Board the existing and new residents will made “generous secret tax conces- Submit civic/community announce- White House Ornaments. The 2018 $22 (+ shipping if mail delivery expect. Moreover, should northern sions.” In fact, the two counties are ments at ConnectionNewspapers.com/ ornament honors Harry S. Truman, required). Email Virginia be fortunate enough to relying on the company’s overall Calendar. Photos and artwork welcome. highlighting changes made to the [email protected] or visit win HQ2, the new residents of the tax contributions to their tax Deadline is Thursday at noon, at least two White House during his www.alnv.org. weeks before event. administration. One side features the region would be spread through- bases. Truman Balcony and the reverse out the area. True, some will look Another of Mr. Maynard’s mis- features the Blue Room. Assistance VOTER REGISTRATION AND ID EVENTS at Reston while others may elect statements is that ExxonMobil left THROUGH DECEMBER League is an all volunteer, non-profit The Fairfax County Office of to live elsewhere and take Metro “wreckage” behind in Reston when White House Ornaments. Assistance organization. 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Submit entertainment announcements refreshments will be served, and an at www.connectionnewspapers.com/Cal- autographed copy of the book will be endar/. The deadline is noon on Friday. raffled off during the event. Visit Photos/artwork encouraged. The Bad Plus www.scrawlbooks.com or call 703- 966-2111. performing at ONGOING CenterStage, THURSDAY-SUNDAY/SEPT. 27-30 Art Exhibit: “Peace and Identity.” Reston Com- Library Book Sale. Thursday, 10 Through Oct. 23, gallery hours at at munity Center. the Waddell Gallery, Northern a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Virginia Community College Loudoun Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Campus, 21200 Campus Drive, Sunday, noon-3:30 p.m. at Reston Sterling. This League of Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Artists exhibit of two-dimensional art Towne Drive, Reston. More than 800 and photography runs Sept. 23-Oct. boxes of gently used books are just 23 with an opening reception waiting to go home with some lucky Wednesday, Sept. 26, 6 p.m. This is new owners. No children’s books at Phase II of a two-part project that this sale. Members’ night Wednesday, began in the spring of 2018. Free 5-8 p.m. Join, verify, or renew admission. Visit membership at the door. $15 per www.leagueofrestonartists.org. household; $5 for 65-and-over. Email Muscle Up Mondays. 6:30 p.m. Meets Photo by [email protected]. Mondays, May through October, at Shervin Lainez Pavilion at Reston Town Center, Courtesy of Reston SATURDAY/SEPT. 29 11900 Market St., Reston. Free Community Center fitness classes presented by CRUNCH Pumpkin Decorating Open House. Fitness-Reston group instructors. Call 10 a.m.-noon at The Goddard School, 571-267-5000 or visit 2400 Dulles Town Blvd., Herndon. crunchreston.com Facebook.com/ Enjoy a fun filled open house on with CrunchReston. pumpkin decorating and other fun Mr. Knick Knack! 10:30-11:15 a.m. New Season at CenterStage fall activities for children up to age May through October. At Reston 10 years old. Parents may tour The Town Square Park. Free Goddard School and learn about performances of heart-centered their full- and part-tim programs. music for children. No performance Distinctive jazz stylizations of The Bad Plus. Call 703-653-0337. on Columbus Day. Visit Runway to the Cure Fashion www.restontowncenter.com/events. By David Siegel group is a piano-bass-drums trio, noted for being Show. 6 p.m. at the Pavilion at Art Exhibit. Through Nov. 24, gallery The Connection passionate collaborators. The trio is pianist Orrin Reston Town Center. The show, hours at Greater Reston Arts Center, which will highlight designer 12001 Market St., Suite #103, Evans, bassist Reid Anderson and drummer Dave fashions from sponsors, will also Reston. The Greater Reston Arts ith announcement of its upcoming King. feature breast cancer survivors from Center (GRACE) presents Green is 2018-19 CenterStage professional For those less familiar with The Bad Plus, they the region who will serve as models the Secret Color to Make Gold, a solo W and share their stories from illness to exhibition exploring themes of daily touring artist season, the Reston Com- are an influential group noted for a fresh, jazz- triumph. All proceeds will benefit the routine and ritual featuring new munity Center continues to enrich lives and build funk infused style of music. The group is also noted Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer work by DC-based artist Caitlin Teal community as a core mission. The forthcoming for cross musical genre boundaries to explore all Foundation. Visit www.komen.org/ Price. Visit restonarts.org. runway. Reston Farmers Market. Open professional touring artist series has a diverse mix the infinite possibilities of musical notes. The trio A Journey to Latin America. 7:30- Saturdays, through Dec. 1, 8 a.m.- of performances to whet appetites for the excep- has a legion of fans worldwide. Not long after the 9:30 p.m. at United Christian Parish noon at 1609 Washington Plaza N., tional and diverse in live entertainment. Reston CenterStage performance, The Bad Plus of Reston, 11508 N. Shore Drive, Reston. Fairfax County Park Reston. A Journey to Latin America Authority markets are strictly “The Professional Touring Artist Series at Reston heads off to Europe for several weeks. Than re- with The Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra producer-only meaning that vendors Community Center (RCC) kicks off with an excit- turns to perform at The Village Vanguard in New of Greater Washington. $5-$30. Call must grow or make from scratch ing and eclectic trio of events.ºThe Bad Plus brings York City. 571-483-8444 or visit everything they bring to market. Call www.pacodc.org. 703-642-0128 or visit you searing jazz with a Rock and Roll sensibility, The trio’s recent album, “Never Stop II” is all www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ LGBTQ activist Armistead Maupinºwill delight you original music with each member contributing SUNDAY/SEPT. 30 farmersmarkets. withºhysterical reflections onºhisºgame-changing new compositions. The album’s titles range from Homegrown Yoga. Tuesday, Tri for Love Triathlon. 5:45 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday nights at book and filmº’Tales From The City’ and Robert “”Hurricane Birds,” “Safe Passage,” “Lean in the Join two time cancer survivor Taylor ArtSpace Herndon, 750 Center St., Sapolsky will discuss hisºilluminating research on Archway,” and “Kerosene II,” to name a few of the Love and friends and participate in Herndon. Alison Adams is bringing the neurobiology of behavior,” said Paul nine numbers. They are songs without words in the 12th Annual Tri for Love Homegrown Yoga to ArtSpace Triathlon. Tri for Love is an event for Herndon. All levels welcome. Drop in Michnewicz, RCC arts and entertainment direc- which each member of the trio takes a lead role. both rookie and veteran athletes; and take a class. $25 two week tor. One last tidbit about The Bad Plus. Known for a individual and team participation is unlimited pass or drop-in available. “I don’t think you will diverse music style, welcome. Tri for Love begins at The Visit Herndon Community Center with a www.homegrownpoweryoga.com to find artists as diverse and the trio had a 400 yard indoor swim, transitioning sign up. as timely anywhere else.” Where and When breakout triumph to a 15.4 mile W&OD Trail bike ride from Ferndale Drive to Ashburn Road The Elden Street Tea Shop. added Michnewicz. Reston Community Center presents The Bad Plus at with a high-spirited Saturdays in ArtSpace Herndon, 750 and back. The event finishes with a “Don’t miss these season Reston CenterStage, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Hunters cover of Nirvana’s 5k run in and around the W&OD bike Center St., Herndon. Sip tea and Woods Village Center, Reston, VA 20191.Performance: enjoy a variety of locally made snacks openers or any of the mega-hit “Smells Like and horse trail. Tri for Love Triathlon Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018 at 7 p.m. Tickets: $20; for non- is USAT sanctioned. To register for and pastries while enjoying the latest sensational perfor- Reston Ticket Price: $30. Call 703-476-4500 or visit Teen Spirit.” art installations in the gallery. Visit Tri for Love Triathlon go to www.restoncommunitycenter.com. www.eldenstreettea.com. mances throughout the Reston Community www.tri4love.shutterfly.com or email Small Business Support Sundays. year at the CenterStage.” Center presents The [email protected]. Visit independent stores and “I am so happy to bring The Bad Plus to debut Bad Plus at Reston CenterStage, 2310 Colts Neck restaurants, and those that support THURSDAY/OCT. 4 small businesses at Reston Town the Professional Touring Artist Series. Their mu- Road, Hunters Woods Village Center, Reston, VA Center, offering specials, discounts, sic is fascinating; their personalities are extraor- 20191 on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018 at 7 p.m. Tick- Meet the Artists. 2:15-3:40 p.m. at tastings, and localized treats every dinary. I know you will love them,” noted ets are $20; non-Reston Ticket Price: $30. Call Reston Community Center Hunters Sunday. Visit Woods, 2310 Colts Neck Road, SmallBusinessSupportSundays.com. Michnewicz. 703-476-4500 or visit Reston. Enjoy a free concert with All-comers’ Group Fun Run. The Bad Plus performance is titled “Never Stop www.restoncommunitycenter.com. Beverly Cosham, perennial favorite Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at II;” the name of the trio’s just released album. The cabaret singer and entertainer, along Potomac River Running, Reston with pianist and collaborator Howard Town Center, 11900 Market St., Breitbart. Free. Call 703-503-3384 or Reston. For beginners or competitive visit olli.gmu.edu. runners, come out for a fun, low-key [email protected]. Reception: “Peace and Identity.” 6 run that is safe and social. Call 703- p.m. at Scrawl Books, 11911 SATURDAY/OCT. 6 689-0999 or visit p.m. at at the Waddell Gallery, Freedom Drive, Reston. National Northern Virginia Community Dog Paddle. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Ridge www.potomacriverrunning.com/ WEDNESDAY/SEPT. 26 bestselling author of the true crime reston/. College Loudoun Campus, 21200 love story, “American Fire” and the Heights Pool, 11400 Ridge Heights Over-40 Softball League. A Fairfax- Dog Days of Summer. 4-7 p.m. in the Campus Drive, Sterling. This League Edgar Award-winning young adult Road, Reston. Bring dogs for a final based league is looking for enough Pavillion at Reston Town Center. of Reston Artists exhibit of two- historical mystery novel, “Girl in the dip this season. Current Dog License players to form another team. Players Dogs and owners can frolic in the dimensional art and photography Blue Coat,” Monica Hesse comes to required. Dogs must remain under must be at last 40 years of age to be Pavilion when it is transformed into runs Sept. 23-Oct. 23. This is Phase II Scrawl Books to discuss her new control and sociable at all times or eligible. All games are doubleheaders an off-leash play area each week. of a two-part project that began in novel, “The War Outside.” All will be asked to leave without - played on Sundays at Bready Park Treats, toys, areas to cool off, pet- the spring of 2018. Free admission. students interested in meeting the refund. Female dogs in heat are not in Herndon between 11 a.m. and 6 friendly giveaways, and more. Free. Visit www.leagueofrestonartists.org. author are welcome and encouraged permitted. Fees are per dog. Register p.m. If interested, email Visit restontowncenter.com. An Evening with Monica Hesse. 6 to join the conversation. Light online at www.restonwebtrac.org

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Yoga @ ArtSpace Alison Adams is bringing Homegrown Yoga to ArtSpace Herndon. All levels welcome. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thurs- day nights at ArtSpace Herndon, 750 Center St., Herndon. Drop in and take a class. $25 two week unlimited pass or drop-in available. Visit homegrownpoweryoga.com to sign up.

Alison Adams of Homegrown Yoga.

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($8) or walk up ($10) on the day. 2018 Arts Herndon Children’s Literary YMCA Community Celebration. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Festival. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at ArtSpace Herndon, at YMCA Fairfax County Reston, 12196 Sunset 750 Center St., Herndon. In collaboration with Hills Road, Reston. Free community grand re- local author, Kwame Alexander, The National opening. Everyone welcome. The celebration Endowment for the Arts and Arts Herndon includes an open house and activities for presents the first Arts Herndon Children’s children and adults of all ages. Tours, Literary Festival. A Newbery Medalist, Alexander demonstrations, activities, giveaways, founded the Capital BookFest in 2005, and has refreshments, and a new member special offer are brought thousands of people year after year to scheduled. Call 703-742-8800 or visit various literary events. Panels and author www.ymcadc.org/locations/ymca-fairfax- conversations, featuring adult and teen authors; county-reston/. featuring food, live entertainment, authors and Flavors of Fall. Noon-11 p.m. at Reston Town artisans; purchase books, illustrations, specialty Center. Savor the flavor of autumn brews and artwork, and gifts; strolling entertainment and delicious fare from area restaurants. Enjoy food, more. Free and open to the public. Visit wine, German and craft beers on tap, and live www.artspaceherndon.org/arts-herndon- entertainment. Free admission; purchase tickets childrens-literary-festival. for food and beverages. Visit restonflavors.com. Flavors of Fall Cornhole Experience. 1-5 p.m. on Library Street at Reston Town Center. The SUNDAY-SATURDAY/OCT. 7-13 four-hour tournament features prize packages 2018 Herndon’s Arts Week – celebrating the including travel, weekend get-aways, adventure, arts in Herndon. With an event every day of the restaurants, and more. Register as an individual week and something for everyone it promises to or a team. Sign up today as slots are limited be special. Bring the family out for the using this special promo code: FlavorsCHTM for Children’s Literary Festival or Kids Day at Frying $10 off team registrations. Call 703-707-9045 or Pan Farm Park. Have a night out with friends at visit RestonChamber.org. a Jazz Concert, take a Swirladelic Design & Dance: “The Story of Our Lives.” 7:30 p.m. at Wine class or find out the winners of the 10th The CenterStage at Reston Community Center, Annual Expressions Portrait Competition. Visit 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston. Gin Dance www.artspaceherndon.org. Company, a performing arts modern dance company, presents ‘The Story of Our Lives.’ The audience will see the premiere of GDC Artistic THURSDAY/OCT. 11 Director Shu-Chen Meet the Artists. 2:15- Cuff’s newest work, 3:40 p.m. at Reston ‘We, The Moon, The Improving English Community Center Sun’ – an Asian Hunters Woods, 2310 culturally influenced Colts Neck Road, Reston. work blending Chinese One-To-One English Conversation. Enjoy a free concert with Opera movements and Mondays, 1 p.m. at Reston Library, Peter Fraize, celebrated modern dance. Also Reston Library, 11925 Bowman saxophonist, and The New debuting is Shu-Chen’s Towne Drive, Reston. Free. Multiple Peter Fraize Quintet ‘200 Feet’ inspired by one-on-one practice sessions with a perform. Includes DC author Jack Canfield’s volunteer are available each week. luminaries Paul Pieper teachings. Visit Call 703-689-2700 to reserve a spot. (guitar), Jon Ozment gindance.org. Pre-Beginners. Wednesdays 10-11 (piano), Nathan Kawaller a.m. at Reston Library, Reston (bass), and Leland Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Nakamura (drums). Free. SUNDAY/OCT. 7 Drive, Reston. Free. Call 703-689- Call 703-503-3384 or visit Pumpkin 5K, & Kids’ 2700 to reserve a spot. olli.gmu.edu. Pumpkin Dash. 8:15 Beginners. Tuesdays 10-11 a.m. with a.m. at Reston Town Beth; Thursdays 10-11 a.m. with Center. Get off the Genie; Fridays 10-11 a.m. with Ivan. SATURDAY/OCT. 27 couch and get ready for At Reston Library, Reston Library, UCP Craft Fair. 10 the Greater Reston 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, a.m.-4 p.m. at United Chamber of Reston. Free. Call 703-689-2700 to Christian Parish, 11508 Commerce’s Pumpkin reserve a spot. North Shore Drive, 5K, & Kids’ Pumpkin Intermediate. Mondays 10-11 a.m. Reston. This juried fair Dash. Participants are with Rick; Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. showcases handcrafted encouraged to début with Susan; Wednesdays 2-3 p.m. products from area artists their Halloween with Sharoni. At Reston Library, and crafters just in time costumes and join in Reston Library, 11925 Bowman for the holiday season. A the fun with family, Towne Drive, Reston. Free. Call 703- bake sale and lunch will friends and corporate 689-2700 to reserve a spot. be available for purchase. teams. Use promo code Advanced. Thursdays 10-11:30 a.m. A portion of the proceeds HealthyWorkPlace18 to with Richard; Fridays, 11 a.m.-12:30 will benefit Herndon- save $3 off adult p.m. with Mary. At Reston Library, Reston FISH, a local non- registration. Visit Reston Library, 11925 Bowman profit. Ample parking. restonflavors.com/ Towne Drive, Reston. Free. Call 703- Free. Email reston-pumpkin-5k/. 689-2700 to reserve a spot. [email protected]. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Reston Connection ❖ September 26 - October 2, 2018 ❖ 9 Week in Reston

per household).” Huge Semi-Annual Doors open to the general public on Thursday, Sept. 27 at 10 a.m. The public is invited to browse more Book Sale at Reston than 50,000 books in excellent used condition and find the latest popular titles, classics, fiction, non- Regional Library fiction and even rare books. Prices start at fifty cents. Love books by the fireside? Winter’s coming, and Charly’s Corner features hand-picked selections from the Friends of Reston Library have the community all categories. covered as they host their “Fall Semi-Annual Sale” There are no children’s books at this sale. at the Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Cash, check, and credit cards will be accepted. All Towne Drive, Reston, Sept. 27-30. The sale is indoors materials at the sales are donated with proceeds go- with onsite parking for library patrons. ing to fund library materials and programs in the Want a sneak preview and an early bird purchase community. The library is accessible by multiple option? Wednesday, Sept. 26, from 5 to 8 p.m., is Fairfax Connector and RIBS bus routes, and also has the Friends Night Huge Fall Sale. According to the a Capital Bikeshare station. Contact the Friends in Friends: “Members get first crack at this sale with advance regarding any special access needs. For more our Friends’ Night opening. Join or renew your mem- information, email at [email protected]. bership in advance, ... or get a new membership or renew your old one at the door ($5 for Seniors, $15 — Mercia Hobson United Christian Parish Installs Co-Pastor eston’s United Christian Parish, a four-de- Rnomination church, installed Rev. Dr. Marcus Leathers as co-pastor during worship Sept. 16. Rev. Leathers, called by the congregation to join Rev. Elisabeth Williams on the ministerial team, has served nearly 20 years as a core organizer/trainer within the Reconciliation Initiative of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), a UCP partner denomi- nation. He completed his Doctor of Ministry studies at Wesley Theological Seminary and has served churches in Lexington, Ky., Tazewell, Va., and Washington, D.C. The Presbyterian Church (USA), United Church of Christ and The United Methodist Church also partner in this lay-led ecumenical church on North Shore Dr. offering worship services, Bible Study and community events. Visit www.ucpreston.org, with Facebook, Instagram and Vimeo links, for information. The UCP is an open and affirming, more light, reconciling congregation committed to compassion- ate service, spiritual development, inclusiveness and

love. Photo contributed Preaching on The Elusive “Unity” of Community at the installation service, Rev. Allen V. Harris de- scribed the UCP as “a church that stands in contrast to so much of what’s going on in the world. Uniting and maintaining unity is really hard work, agreement and compromise hard to attain in one of the most divisive and contentious eras in human history. Rev. Dr. Marcus Leathers. Marcus, what has God gotten you into here! Ministry in an ecumenical ris serves as regional minister for the Christian parish will be most especially challenging.” Rev. Har- Church (Disciples of Christ) capital area region.

10 ❖ Reston Connection ❖ September 26 - October 2, 2018 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Bulletin Woe I’ll Never Be From Page 7 open daily during normal business hours to provide By KENNETH B. LOURIE county residents the opportunity to register to vote or obtain a free voter photo ID if needed. Not on hold with the Oncology depart- Applicants will need to complete a photo voter ment today. Not elbowing Twinkle or Biscuit ID application, have a photo taken and sign a off my writing tablet as I sit and write this digital signature pad. Call 703-222-0776. week’s column. And not going hungry from The following special events will also provide the previous Friday’s infusion (a week plus opportunity to register to vote and/or get a has passed so the worst side effect of the photo Virginia Voter card. ❖ treatment has passed). Wednesday/Sept. 26, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Herndon In general, aside from waiting for my Senior Center, 873 Grace St #1, Herndon. upcoming CT scan on Sept. 26, I am glad that soon I can get on with my life. VOLUNTEERS WANTED You’ll note I didn’t say fate. That word AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is looking to has too negative a connotation. And my expand its team of volunteers for the upcoming nature, as you regular readers know, is as a tax season. Tax-Aide, now in its 51st year, offers positive/glass half full kind of person. So, as free in-person preparation and assistance to I approach this next milestone, I view it not anyone, especially those 50 and older, who can’t so much as a millstone but more so as just afford a tax preparation service. Volunteers another rock that hopefully leaves me not in a make a difference in their communities by assisting many older, lower-income taxpayers, very hard place. and their families, who might otherwise miss out The pre-existing cancer diagnosis is al- on the tax credits and deductions they’ve ready hard enough. But after living with it for earned. To learn about volunteer opportunities, so long and enduring as many rounds of che- visit aarpfoundation.org/taxaide or call 1-888- motherapy, side effects, lab work, diagnostic OUR-AARP (1-888-687-2277). scans, 24-hour urine collection and all the associated anxiety surrounding a “terminal” MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES diagnosis as I have, one, at least this one, has learned to live with the miscellaneous The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board’s Merrifield Center offers a demands. new stand-up information kiosk. Part of a pilot It’s not to imply that doing so is easy, but project, the new feature aims to improve the UV[KVPUNZVPZZVT\JOTVYLKPMÄJ\S[;V customer service experience and decrease wait that end, which ultimately won’t be my end, times for individuals who are seeking mental assimilating the good, bad and the incredibly (behavioral) health services. To check in, worrisome into some sort of mental spread- individuals respond to five simple questions, sheet seems the only logical pursuit. then the CSB’s Patient Track software alerts Either you learn to take it in stride or you’ll staff. Based on clinicians’ schedules and die not trying. availability, as well as the needs of the client, individuals are triaged and seen by the next And since dying, so far as we know any- available staff member. For more information on how, is so much less appealing than living, available services, call the CSB at 703-383-8500 I’m striving to balance my equilibrium and (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.). In an never get too high or too low no matter the emergency 24/7, call CSB Emergency Services at news. (Yes. I’m a Libra so balance is very 703-573-5679 or the Fairfax Detox Center at much a part of my process.) 703-502-7000 (TTY 703-322-9080). That’s not to say that there aren’t incredible pressures and challenges that us cancer THROUGH SEPT. 28 patients have to manage, it’s more that to say Preference Poll. The Reston Community Center that laughing in the face of death is not a sign (RCC) Board of Governors announces five of weakness but more so a sign of enlight- candidates for its 2018 Preference Poll. This ened strength. year’s candidates are incumbents William G. Part of that strength is respecting the Bouie, Gerald Zavala and Lisa Sechrest- process with which cancer patients are all Ehrhardt, as well as new candidates Richard too familiar and moreover, and most impor- Stillson and April Tan. The poll seeks tantly, understanding and respecting what we community guidance to fill three 3-year don’t have control over. There’s an element of positions. Each property in Small District 5 letting go which enhances one’s quality of life (SD5) will receive a ballot in the mail. Mail-in ballots must be received by the counting agent and minimizes obstacles as well. (a pre-addressed envelope is provided with the Doing what you can and not fretting ballot; postage is required) no later than 5 p.m. about what you can’t, in addition to keeping on Thursday, Sept. 27. Walk-in and online an open mind, combines to smooth out the ballots must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, rough edges and to focus on the path ahead. Sept. 28. Visit www.restoncommunitycenter.com The ‘path ahead’ being the goal. or call 703-476-4500. I remember that exact philosophy being expressed by my oncologist at the original WEDNESDAY/SEPT. 26 Team Lourie meeting back in late February How to Attract Employees. 8:30-10 a.m. at 2009. When it was suggested that my moth- Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce, 886 LY»ZZTVRPUNVM*OLZ[LYÄLSK2PUNJPNHYL[[LZPU Metro Center Drive, Suite 230, Reston. Diana my youth or my dalliances in college in the Waller of Chasing Dragons will present on ways ’70s might be relevant/have had an impact small to medium size companies can on my lung cancer diagnosis, my oncologist differentiate themselves in this job market thru would have none of it. compelling pre-decision engagement and on- Retrieving fragments of history and/or boarding processes. Call 703-707-9045 or visit assigning blame for less-than-ideal behavior www.restonchamber.org for more. was irrelevant to him. His concern was not 2018 Virginia Senatorial Debate. 5-8 p.m. at Capital One Bank. Sen. Tim Kaine (D) and the past, it was the present/future. We were Chairman Corey Stewart (R), Chuck Todd of to be looking/planning ahead and treating NBC’s Meet The Press, will moderate, televised forward. live on NBC4. And so here I sit, very much having been treated forward. THURSDAY/SEPT. 27 At present, I am my oncologist’s prize cow, a stage IV, non-small cell lung cancer survi- Hurricane Relief Drive. Donation items due by vor, alive and reasonably well nine years and Thursday, Sept. 27 to National Realty, 11890 nearly seven months into an initial “13 month Sunrise Valley Drive. Open 9-5. My Guys Moving and National Realty have teamed up for a “Fill to two year” prognosis. After hearing that the Truck” Hurricane Florence Relief Drive to grim prognosis, I never would have imagined help the victims of Hurricane Florence. Consider that in August 2018, I’d still be alive. donating toiletries, baby formula, water, But here I am. 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Photo by Jon Roetm The Connection sophomore second go-round, we’re Brianna Scott he South Lakes volleyball team had eight kills looking to sweep those.” had just dropped a four-set and two —South Lakes head coach Mike Ware Tmatch to defending state cham- blocks against pion Langley on Thursday, but Langley on “We would have been dead without that that didn’t stop head coach Mike Ware from Sept. 20. girl,” Ware said. “She’s still learning.”

an/The Connection sharing his positive outlook for the remain- The loss dropped South Lakes to 5-4 over- der of the season. all and 1-1 in the district. The Seahawks South Lakes’ setter is learning the posi- faced rival Herndon on Tuesday, after The tion after converting from libero. The team’s Connection’s deadline. top middle is a 14-year-old sophomore play- Next up for South Lakes is a road match ing in just her second season of organized against Washington-Lee at 7:15 p.m. on volleyball. And on Thursday, several of the Thursday, Sept. 27. Seahawks were battling illness. The Seahawks will begin the second half Regardless, South Lakes played tough string it together, we’re going to be fine.” her talent was evident against Langley, of their district schedule on Oct. 4 against against Langley, eventually falling to its Lib- Junior Rose Giusti led the Seahawks with when she blocked 6-foot-4 Saxon junior McLean. “After the game (against Langley), erty District foe, 3-1 (26-24, 18-25, 25-18, 14 kills. Senior Nikki Corey finished with Olivia Franke, a 2017 VHSL first-team all- their confidence level is high,” Ware said. 25-21), on Sept. 20 in Reston. eight kills and senior Kellie McCrea had state selection who is committed to Wake “Even in the matches that we’ve come up The Seahawks were within striking dis- seven. Forest. short in, they’ve been in every single one. tance near the end of each set and figure to Sophomore Brianna Scott held her own “It gave me inspiration because if I can They feel really confident. They know it’s improve as the season progresses. in the middle, totaling eight kills and two block her, then I can probably block any- just a matter of time before we make that “I really think that the girls played well,” blocks. body,” Scott said. “She’s a really good hit- next step. Ware said. “I’m really proud of them, to tell “That girl,” Ware said, “gets me out of my ter. It felt really nice to block her.” “I just want us to get better. By the sec- you the truth. I told them that. We just seat.” Helping set up her South Lakes team- ond half of the season, when we play all couldn’t string it together. It was all about Scott is a 14-year-old basketball player mates was junior Zena Suzuki, a former the teams the second go-round, we’re look- making really, really positive plays, but then in her second season of playing organized libero who moved into the setter role this ing to sweep those.” a couple of mental errors. When we start to volleyball. She has no club experience, but season.

Photos by Will Palenscar

Jaquan Price #31 carries the ball for Centreville and prepares to take a Marcus Miles #7 carries the ball for South Lakes. hit from Mubarak Ali, #1 from South Lakes. Seahawks Fall to Wildcats he Centreville Wildcats defeated in the endzone on a 79-yard punt return. However, South Lakes would be unable play by Lamar Horner would conclude scor- Tthe South Lakes Seahawks on Fri- 27 seconds later after a South Lakes turn- to put any more points on the board while ing and move Centreville to (5-0) and drop day, Sept. 21 in Clifton. over, Centreville added 7 more points when Centreville would add 21 more before South Lakes to (3-1). South Lakes will play In the 1st quarter Jordan Wright would Jordan Wright scored from 23 yards out. games end. at Langley (1-4) on Friday while Centreville score from 5 yards out with 2:24 to play, In the 3rd quarter trailing 24-0, South Jordan Wright would score 6 of those on will play at West Potomac (2-2). With the giving Centreville a 7-0 lead. Lakes was able to get on the board with 5:43 a 61-yard TD reception with 4:49 to play in 45-8 victory this is the third time this year In the 2nd quarter Griffin Greer would kick to play in the quarter. Following the TD, the 3rd quarter. that Centreville has scored more than 40 a 30-yard field goal to give Centreville a South Lakes Wilson Seneca was able to con- Centreville would add two more scores points. 10-0 advantage. With :54 remaining in the vert a 2-point conversion pulling the in the 4th quarter. First with 9:56 and then quarter, Centreville would once again get Seahawks to within 16, 24-8. an interception for 53 yards with 8:16 to — Will Palenscar 12 ❖ Reston Connection ❖ September 26 - October 2, 2018 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com