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www.ConnectionNewspapers.comJune 11-17, 2015 online at www.connectionnewspapers.comBurke Connection ❖ June 11-17, 2015 ❖ 1 2 ❖ Burke Connection ❖ June 11-17, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Burke Connection Editor Kemal Kurspahic News 703-778-9414 or [email protected] Nearly Half a Billion for Schools, Fire, Police Reston, Merrifield fire stations would be Public Safety Bonds Merrifield Fire Station $8 million renovated or replaced. Reston Fire Station $13 million Penn Daw Fire Station $10 million Woodlawn Fire Station $10 million By Ken Moore Edsall Fire Station $10 million The Connection South County Police Station and Animal Shelter $30 million Heliport $13 million oters will decide in November on Police Tactical Operations Facility (Pine Ridge) $24 nearly half a billion dollars in million Emergency Vehicle Operations Center & K9 $10 Vbond sales for schools and pub- million lic safety projects. Franconia Police Station $23 million The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors au- The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors recognized the Fairfax County thorized the referendum on the two pos- Police Department for its 75th anniversary. sible bond issues at its last Board meeting, Tuesday, June 2. Board of Supervisors to authorize the bonds. ments, including bunk rooms and locker ments. “A new station will allow the depart- If approved by Fairfax County voters, facilities for male and female personnel. ment to organize smaller patrol areas and $151 million would be available to reno- FIVE AGING fire stations, Merrifield, decrease response times throughout the vate five fire stations, build a new police Reston, Penn Daw, Woodlawn and Edsall, THE POLICE would use $100 million to: County.” Fairfax County has the highest station and animal shelter in the South would be renovated with $51 million. The build a new animal shelter and police sta- credit rating possible for any government, County area, plus renovate several police stations range in age from 36 to 48 years, tion in the South County area; renovate and this means bonds sell at low interest facilities. and require the replacement of major sys- Franconia District Police station; do con- rates. This plan, including the proposed fall The $310 million school bond would tems “which have reached the end of their struction and renovation for the police he- 2015 referendum was approved as part of renovate nine elementary schools, two useful lives,” according to Fairfax County liport, K9 Center and several other facili- the FY 2016 – FY 2020 Adopted Capital middle schools and two high schools, along documents. “These stations do not meet the ties. Improvement Program. with funding an addition to South Lakes current operational requirements of the Fire The new police station would create The School bond sales will be maintained High School and plan a new Northwest and Rescue Department.” smaller coverage areas. in the annual amount of $155 million. County area elementary school. Renovations will expand equipment bays “This is a critical need given the signifi- The County will issue a pamphlet about the The Fairfax County School Board adopted to provide adequate space for current ap- cant current and future population growth bonds to be mailed to all county households its own resolution on May 7, urging the paratus and current station staffing require- in the area,” according to county docu- in the fall. Taking a Stand for Future Generations County boards, McLean High students tackle “civil rights issue of our era.”

By Ken Moore munity that includes people of all The Connection ethnicities, religions and professions,” said Supervisor John Foust (D-Dranesville). “Ev- atherine Reed of Equality Vir- eryone should be able to live without fear ginia thanked McLean High of prejudice, discrimination, violence or CSchool junior Darrell “DJ” hatred based on gender identity or sexual Valdez for the effect he will orientation.” have on the future, and on all civil rights. The proclamation “urges all residents to “If it wasn’t for courageous people will- respect and honor our diverse community Members of the McLean High School Gay Straight Alliance were among ing to stand up for the next generation, and celebrate and build a culture of inclu- those on hand as the Board of Supervisors designated June as Lesbian, believe me, it’d be a lot harder for all of siveness and acceptance,” said Foust. Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month in Fairfax County. us,” said Reed. “It’s been 26 years of hard Six students from McLean High School work to get where we are today.” and members of the GSA attended the cer- “The School Board recently dealt with and “This is a human rights issue, plain and Valdez will be the president of McLean emony. grappled with a very touchy subject and I simple. We are all different in different High School’s Gay Straight Alliance next “I suppose all I really have to say is thank had the unfortunate opportunity of watch- ways,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman year. you,” Valdez said. ing that entire public hearing and seeing Sharon Bulova. “Even in an area as progressive as some of the worst disrespect and hatred that One of the McLean students who is McLean, it still feels as if our voice isn’t “TOO MANY individuals continue to en- still exists out there in our community,” he transgender, thanked the Board for “every- heard. It means a lot that you would voice counter discrimination and mistreatment,” said. thing that has happened this year.” this for us and with us. We are very grate- said Foust. “Young people in particular can “Many people have called this the civil Doug Hansen, a Fairfax County employee ful,” Valdez told the Board of Supervisors. find navigating sexual orientation very dif- rights movement of our era. Like all civil with Department of Planning and Zoning, The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors ficult and threatening during their teen rights movement, it takes education, it takes stood in alliance with the McLean students, designated June as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual years. That’s why it’s so important that we advocacy if we are to make change happen,” representing all county employees in the and Transgender Pride Month in Fairfax all join the fight against all discrimination.” McKay said. “I’m proud of what our school LGBT community. Tara Dwyer, the faculty County with a proclamation issued on June Supervisor Jeff McKay (D-Lee) referenced board did, I’m proud of people who came advisor also stood in support of her students. 2, 2015 in the Fairfax County Government the May 7 School Board hearing, where the out to testify in support of it, I was disap- “As a person who falls under this umbrella, Center. School Board added the words “gender pointed in some of the things that were said we would have never ever been so wel- “Fairfax County has a diverse LGBT com- identity” to its nondiscrimination policy. that are just frankly untrue.” comed when I was a teenager,” she said. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Burke Connection ❖ June 11-17, 2015 ❖ 3 News

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(From left) Graduating seniors Austin, Madison and Logan Shock spread school pride and patriotism around Lake Braddock Secondary School. Shock Value After a sister and two brothers Triplets set to before them, the triplets are the last of the “Shock Flock” to go graduate from complete their high school educa- tion at Lake Braddock. Lake Braddock “It’s going to be sad when the family is all graduated,” said Tho- Secondary. mas. “But we’re all moving to the next phase. It’s been a pleasure By Tim Peterson having them here.” The Connection The initial excitement of first matriculating developed into a ogan Shock is the athletic keen sense of school pride for the Lone, Madison Shock is the triplets, all of whom became pretty one and Austin heavily involved in student lead- #1 Weichert Agent in Burke & Fairfax Station Shock is the smart one, they said, ership. Madison is vice president Call Kathleen basically in unison. All their lives, of the senior class and Austin is none of them has ever entered the class representative. today and AY AY school feeling alone. That’s be- “They’re very committed to this OPEN OPEN ask for a cause together, to the best of prin- school,” said principal Thomas. SUND SUND copy of her cipal Dave Thomas’ knowledge, “They give back — from planning “Satisfied the Shocks will be the first set of activities, Homecoming, the spring Client List” triplets to graduate from Lake dance, a lot of the social aspects Braddock Secondary at its exer- Burke/Lake Braddock $359,950 Fairfax/GMU $849,950 of our school — and help to make Open Sunday 6/14 1-4 Open Sunday 6/14 1–4 cises on Wednesday June 17. this a great place to go to school Immaculate 3 level brick TH backing to One-of-a-kind custom home w/ Japanese “It’s awesome,” Madison de- for their classmates, teachers.” woods w/ fenced yard, lovely landscap- tiled roof, premium 1 acre lot w/ spec- scribed being a triplet; “Like be- The triplets are also part of the ing, eat-in kitchen w/ newer appliances tacular Japanese gardens, traditional ing with your best friend all the w/ gas stove, finished walkout bsmt w/ Tatami room w/ shoji screens, 4,200+ sq Military Ambassadors Club, which porcelain tile floor, 3BR, 2.5BA, replaced ft, 4BR, 3.5 baths, fin bsmt, eat-in kit, time,” Austin continued; “Times helps welcome and socialize stu- windows, doors, roof, furnace & A/C, fresh paint, high ceilings, sec sys w/ 8 hi- two,” Logan finished the thought. dents from military families who plenty of extra parking, walk to school & def security cameras, 2 car GAR & walk pool and more. to GMU. According to the National Vital are new to the school. Statistics Reports under the U.S. “We knew how hard it was to Department of Health and Human come to a new school,” said Madi- AY ING Services, in 2013 there were son. The Shocks’ father is a retired OPEN 3,923,181 total births in the U.S. Air Force colonel. “It’s such a COMSOON SUND United States. Of those, 4,364 large school,” Logan said; “It can were births of triplets — around be hard for students to transition,” .11 percent. In the context of Lake Austin added. Braddock’s combined middle and To help with the transition, the Fairfax Sta/South Run $859,950 Burke/Longwood Knolls $599,950 Burke $599,950 high school population (2013- Ambassadors Club organizes Backs to Burke Lake Park Open Sunday 6/14 1-4 Huge 2 Story Addition 2014 school year) of 3,216, the events like volunteering to assist Immaculate home on premium .6 acre Mint condition colonial w/ remodeled This spacious colonial is over 3300 Sq Ft Shocks represent .03 percent. lot w/ 2 decks, SUNROOM, 5BR & 3 eat-in kit w/ cherry cabinets, huge island w/ 5 BR & 3 full remodeled baths, pri- with Honor Flights veterans con- full baths upstrs, new hardwd floors & & granite cntrs, lovely hrdwd floors vate fenced yard w/ patio, remodeled eat- certs and social bonfires. new plush carpet, fresh paint, eat-in kit main lvl, 3.5 remodeled baths w/ granite in kit w/ granite cntrs, cherry cabs & SS LOGAN, MADISON AND AUS- “They’re very much extro- w/ new SS appliances & granite cntrs, cntrs & porcelain tile, fin walkout bsmt appl, fin walkup bsmt, new hrdwd flrs dual zone HVAC, gas frplc, replaced w/ recrm + den, large deck, fenced yard, main lvl, fresh paint, newer HVAC, walk TIN grew up in the shadow of verted,” said their Student Lead- roof, siding & gutters, sprinkler sys, MBA w/ double sinks, replaced windows, to White Oaks Elem & shopping center. Lake Braddock, living just a short ership Training teacher Veeda elegant moldings & more. roof, siding, HVAC and more. drive away and dreaming of one Ranjber. “But they all have their Kathleen Quintarelli #1 Weichert Realtor day attending while helping at own little personality.” Burke/Fairfax Station their older brother’s two-a-day “They very much play off each 703-862-8808 Licensed Realtor 26 Years football practices. Logan would other,” added another Leadership See Interior Photos at: NVAR Lifetime Top Producer follow in his footsteps and play teacher Erin Fisher. “They’re just www.kathleenhomes.com • [email protected] right guard for the Bruin squad, nice kids, and always entertaining, wearing his brother’s number 54. See Shock, Page 5 4 ❖ Burke Connection ❖ June 11-17, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Fairfax Station $825,000 Lovely home on private 5+ acre wooded lot in the village of Killarney – a 14- home community, secluded yet close to Ffx Co Pkwy/commuter routes & VRE. Tree-lined circular drive, 3 fin lvls w/3 BRs, 3.5 BAs & 2-car side-load garage. Main lvl has generous (From left) great room w/fpl, lib, din Triplets Madi- rm, bkfst rm & kit w/door son, Austin and to patio. Upper lvl mbr Logan Shock suite w/sit rm & screened display their porch. Lwr lvl den, full custom senior bath, rec rm & walk-up ceiling tile, a exit. MRIS: FX8639272 second-year Jeff Rush • Long & Foster Real Estate tradition at 43114 Peacock Market Plaza, Lake Braddock Suite F-100 • Chantilly, VA 20152 Secondary 703-929-8331 School. Photo by [email protected] Tim Peterson/ The Connection

Celebrating our 50th Shock Trio Set to Graduate Anniversary From Page 4 dent body. NYC BROADWAY!, Sept. 29-30...... $499 constantly keeping me on my toes.” Madison plans to take that industrious mindset to “An American in Paris”, Includes motor coach from Vienna or Rockville, Overnight Their outgoing, yet individual personalities have Virginia Tech in the future, study business adminis- hotel in theatre district, Orchestra seating for show. helped the triplets develop large and overlapping tration and “become a boss.” Costa del Sol, Spain, Nov. 7-21...... $3199 friend bases throughout the school. And through Logan is looking to do personnel work for the U.S. Includes air from Washington. 13-nights Amelia Costa Del Sol Hotel, 4-star, Daily those connections, they’re able to spread school spirit. Air Force after attending the University of Maryland Breakfast, 13 Dinners with Wine, 5 full days of sightseeing, Transfers & Porterage. “They make it well known they’re proud of Lake and participating in their Reserve Officers’ Training Hudson Valley, NY, Aug. 3-7...... $1075 Braddock, being part of the student body,” Fisher said. Corps program. Motor coach from Vienna or Rockville, 4 nights Hyatt House, Hotel, Fishkill, NY, Daily “It’s a loudness.” Austin has sights set on becoming a teacher after Breakfast, 2 Luncheons, 3 Dinners Daily sightseeing, Call for Itinerary. attending Clemson University. SHILLELAGHS TRAVEL CLUB THE SIBLINGS said their message of Bruin pride is However they won’t be going separate ways im- 100 East Street SE, Suite 202 • Vienna, Virginia 22180 about keeping a positive attitude, something “that mediately. The triplets will continue to be each other’s 703-242-2204 1-800-556-8646 our parents taught us to go in with,” Austin said. “security blanket, always there for you,” Madison Please visit our Web site at: www.shillelaghtravelclub.com “If you hate it, change it,” Madison said, of con- said. “The only bad thing is when they date your for a listing of all our upcoming trips and socials. verting negative energy to positive among the stu- friends.”

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First meeting since 2011 includes Supervising Public Safety packed agenda, full house.

By Mary Kimm duce the number of people with The Connection mental illness in jails. The new Community Services he Fairfax County Board facility, the Merrifield Cen- Board of Supervisors ter, was built to accommodate a T Public Safety Commit- 24-hour drop-off for people with tee, chaired by Gerry mental illness instead of having po- Hyland (D-Mount Vernon), met on lice take them to jail, but more Tuesday, June 9 for the first time money and resources will be since June 2011. Since then, there needed to implement that, said, have been six officer-involved Tisha Deegah, executive director of shootings in Fairfax County, includ- the Fairfax-Falls Church Commu- ing the August 2013 shooting nity Services Board. death of John Geer. Police handling Cook pointed to an 80 percent of the communications and inves- recidivism rate for people with tigation of that shooting led to the mental illness who were incarcer- formation in March 2015 of the Ad ated, vs. a 20 percent rate with di- Hoc Police Practices Review Com- version to treatment, and the eco- mission. nomic cost associated with that. All 10 members of the Board of Hudgins expressed frustration Supervisors were in attendance, that the same goals were in place including Penny Gross, who ex- for mental health reform in 2007, cused herself after about 75 min- but the resources have not accom- utes saying: “I’m a little preoccu- panied the goals. “We actually sub- pied today,” to laughter. Gross (D- stituted the jail for mental health Mason) faced the first primary services,” she said. election challenge of her career, Rohrer said that the resource winning with 56 percent of the shortage wasn’t just on the part of vote over challenger Jessica county funding, but also state Swanson. Presentation slide on body camera. funding and choices made by hos- pitals to close beds that could serve POLICE BODY CAMERAS people with mental illness in cri- In a discussion of FCPD proposal to imple- demands were so high,” Blakely said. Not Supervisors pressed Hershman to hold sis. Many nights every week, for example, ment body cameras for all patrol officers all video would be subject to all the provi- additional public forums in other parts of officers are dispatched to deliver as far as Police Chief Edwin Roessler described cam- sions of FOIA, he said. the county, including Mount Vernon, Reston Salem or Norfolk where a bed is available eras as “another step to total accountabil- Roessler told the cautionary tale of the and Culmore. for treatment, tapping critical police re- ity.” Cameras “capture officer’s actions early days of dashboard cameras in patrol “This is a large county, this is a long-term sources, but also putting the person in cri- whether they are good or bad … technol- cars which included VHS tapes, complicated issue,” said Cathy Hudgins (D-Hunter Mill). sis and that person’s family in greater diffi- ogy to hold ourselves accountable,” he said, chain of custody issues and a suspension of “I would like to know that we are going to culty, Rohrer said. “This is for public trust and transparency,” the program while the technology matured. put it to bed as best we can with new poli- said Deputy County Executive David M. “The moral to this is, ‘Nothing is simple,’” cies and procedures.” POLICE & FIRE GAMES opening cer- Rohrer. said Chairman Sharon Bulova. “This is com- Hershman responded: “Let me say this emonies for the nearly 10,000 registered But the draft policy and procedures ac- plicated.” about putting this to bed once and for all ... athletes from around the world, are about companying Capt. Robert Blakely’s presen- it’s healthy to review the state of policing two weeks away, and organizers appeared tation did not list transparency or account- POLICE COMMISSION every several years. It’s a never-ending pro- before the committee with enthusiasm and ability among the purposes of the body cam- Michael Hershman, chairman of the Ad cess.” a small amount of trepidation. Opening cer- eras. Hoc Police Practices Review Commission Gross asked whether Hershman was com- emonies will be Friday, June 26, at RFK sta- Purposes listed included: to capture crimi- reported to the committee that the commis- fortable with diversity on the commission. dium, including lighting of a cauldron and nal events and provide evidence of those sion is undertaking a large scope of work “We weren’t satisfied with the diversity a flyover. Tickets to the opening ceremo- events in court; to document crime scenes; in a short time frame, using five subcom- … of the commission,” Hershman an- nies are free, available at http:// to document victim, witness and suspect mittees: Use of Force; Communications; swered. “No, I’m not comfortable. But we fairfax2015.com. statements; to act as a deterrent for pur- Mental Health; Investigations and Over- have worked very, very hard, and we’re not Athlete’s Village, the social hub for the poses of officer safety; to reduce unreason- sight; and Recruitment and Vetting. There stopping, at every turn we reach out.” games, will be in Reston, with major ven- able and/or false complaints against offic- are 35 members of the commission, plus an John Cook (R-Braddock) cited recent sta- ues around the county. ers; to provide training and “performance additional 25 members of subcommittees. tistics indicating that at least 25 percent of The public can attend any of the 1,600 mechanism to ensure the professionalism In addition to reviewing internal policies people shot by police in the U.S. were medal events in more than 60 sports at more of all officers.” and data, the commission is looking at other people with mental illness: “I want to make than 50 venues for free, no tickets required. Cost estimates were $4 million for startup localities, reading independent reports, and sure that we are looking at that issue as a See http://fairfax2015.com/schedule and acquisition with ongoing operating reviewing best practices. national phenomenon.” More than 5,800 volunteers have signed costs of $4 million a year. Estimating that “We’re trying to do a better job of being All meetings of the Police Commission up to fill some of the 18,000 shifts, said Bill cameras could capture an hour of video for transparent and sharing information,” said and subcommittees are open to the public, Knight, executive director of Fairfax 2015. each 8-hour shift for each officer, Blakely Bulova. and the documents and data gathered by There are more than 930 medical volun- pointed to the need for massive data stor- “We have a commitment to finish and give the commission are available online. See teers. age of more than two petabytes of data you recommendations in October, and we http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ Closing ceremonies will be at Wolf Trap, annually. That’s more than 20,000 will be doing that,” Hershman said. policecommission/ for schedule and mate- Sunday, July 5. terabytes. Costs include the addition of It’s a complex, emotional topic, and there rials. The committee also heard plans to de- eight-to-10 positions including a redaction are differences of opinion among members velop legislation on animal cruelty that specialist and three Freedom of Informa- of the commission, he said. But “the dis- CRISIS INTERVENTION/PEOPLE would include regulations on dog tether- tion clerks. And three “might not be agreements we’ve had have been very civil.” WITH MENTAL ILLNESS IN JAIL ing. Currently the county can enforce state enough,” Blakely said. “It’s very possible there will be majority The committee heard about police depart- laws. findings and minority findings when we ment goals to train 100 percent of its offic- Some jurisdictions “had to take action to Disclosure: Mary Kimm is a member of the Ad Hoc block certain aspects of FOIA because the bring our report to you.” ers in crisis intervention, and efforts to re- Police Practices Commission. 6 ❖ Burke Connection ❖ June 11-17, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Bulletin Board

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THURSDAY/JUNE 11 Dementia & Driving. 3 p.m. insight Memory Care Center, 3953 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax. Join us to discuss the many hard decisions involved with dementia and driving, and learn more about caregiver approaches for dealing with this difficult topic. Call 703-204-4664 to RSVP or visit InsightMCC.org for more information.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY/JUNE 12-14 Church Yard Sale. Friday & Saturday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday: 1-5 p.m. St. Raymond of Penafort, 8750 Pohick Road, Springfield.

SATURDAY/JUNE 13 Living Trust Plus Seminar: How to Protect Your Assets from the Expenses of Probate and Long Term Care. The Law Firm of Evan H. Farr, P.C., 10640 Main Street, Suite 200, Fairfax. Learn how to protect your assets and obtain valuable Medicaid and Veterans benefits to pay for long-term care. [email protected]. Neighborhood Plant Clinic. 10 a.m. 10360 North Street, Fairfax. Master Gardeners provide horticultural tips, information, techniques and advice to home gardeners. http:// www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/ branches/fx/. Microsoft Access. 2:30 p.m. 10360 North Street, Fairfax. Stop in for an introduction in creating, modifying and mastering databases using Microsoft’s Access program. http:// www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/ branches/fx/.

SUNDAY/JUNE 14 Fairfax County Postpartum Caregiver Certificate. Noon. Plum Center, 6815 Edsall Road, Springfield. Basic overview and evidence based education for caregivers and parents caring for newborns age 0-3 months, including: diapering, swaddling, postpartum care of parents, SIDS safety and more. Prepares home-based caregivers to assist new mothers. Ideal for CNAs and LPNs working with home care agencies. Students receive certificate of completion upon successful completion of this course.

WEDNESDAY/JUNE 17 Understanding and Caring for a Person with Dementia. 1:30 pm. Insight Memory Care Center, 3953 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax. For those with memory impairments, communication is often provided through behaviors; learn how to successfully interpret the message. Call 703-204-4664 to RSVP or visit InsightMCC.org for more information.

SUNDAY/JUNE 21 Burke Historical Society Meeting. 4:30 p.m. Abiding Presence Lutheran Church, 6304 Lee Chapel Road, Burke. A presentation entitled “Jazz in and around Burke.”

MONDAY/ JUNE 22 English Conversation. 7 p.m. 5935 Freds Oak Road Burke. Practice speaking English with others. Adults. http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ library/branches/bc/ www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Burke Connection ❖ June 11-17, 2015 ❖ 7 Opinion Burke

www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Bishops’ Statement on Death Penalty Debate @BurkeConnection An independent, locally owned weekly suffering of those who have lost loved ones to newspaper delivered to To build a culture of life we must respect violence cry out for our care and attention. homes and businesses. Published by More killing, though, is not the answer: The Local Media Connection LLC the sanctity of even “unlovable” lives. death penalty does not provide true healing for those who mourn, nor does it embody the 1606 King Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314 By Bishop Francis X. DiLorenzo ing this Easter season. Gospel of Life, which each of us is called to And Bishop Paul S. Loverde In these final joyful weeks of Easter, the affirm even in the most difficult circumstances. Free digital edition delivered to your email box. Go to Catholic Diocese of Arlington Church continues to celebrate the gift of eter- It is also important to note that people have connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe nal life offered through the Resurrection. In been executed despite serious doubts about his year, through the advocacy of our pilgrimage to that life, we follow Jesus, their guilt, and inmates who languished on NEWS DEPARTMENT: the Virginia Catholic Conference, who loved and forgave us from the Cross, by death row for decades have been freed after [email protected]

our Church spent considerable time living out the teaching of our faith that all their innocence was proven. Since 1973, some Kemal Kurspahic T ❖ opposing legislation related to the human life is sacred, from the moment of con- 152 death row inmates nationwide — includ- Editor 703-778-9414 death penalty. The proposed measure would ception until natural death. ing one in Virginia — have been exonerated. [email protected] have permitted the Commonwealth to arrange This conviction is reflected in our under- We must also be aware of the racial inequity Amna Rehmatulla with compounding pharmacies to mix drugs standing that the poor and vulnerable have the inherent in the system, and that the death pen- Editorial Assistant 703-778-9410 ext.427 for use in executions, hiding from the public first claim on our consciences, in our opposi- alty has been administered to individuals with [email protected] the identities of the pharmacies and tion to abortion and euthanasia, and severe intellectual disabilities. Tim Peterson materials used. Thankfully, this bill Commentary in our responsibility to welcome im- These circumstances further illustrate that, Community Reporter was defeated. So, too, was a measure migrants and refugees. But our faith in Virginia and elsewhere, we are having the 703-314-0789 the Virginia General Assembly con- also challenges us to declare sacred wrong debate. We should no longer debate [email protected] sidered last year — also opposed by the Con- even the least lovable among us, those con- which inmates we execute or how we execute Jon Roetman ference — that would have forced death row victed of committing brutal crimes which have them. Instead, we should debate this: If all Sports Editor ❖ 703-752-4013 [email protected] inmates to be electrocuted if lethal injection brought them the ultimate penalty, the pen- human lives are sacred and if a civilized soci- @jonroetman drugs are not available. alty of death. ety such as ours can seek redress and protect Meanwhile, Pope Francis delivered a mes- The Church’s teaching on the death penalty itself by means other than taking a human life, ADVERTISING: sage which sharply contrasted these disturb- is succinctly stated in a 2005 U.S. Bishops’ why are we continuing to execute people? 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The deep pain, grief and when it seems “unlovable.” [email protected] David Griffin Marketing Assistant 703-778-9431 Kurspahics To Receive Civic Courage Award [email protected] Editor & Publisher “We have a second generation Mary Kimm Honored by the Bosnia Memory Project. that’s coming of age now,” Moore [email protected] @MaryKimm said. “Twenty years after the war, emal Kurspahic and his Vesna and Kemal they don’t have an understanding Executive Vice President wife Vesna of McLean are Kurspahic in of their parents’ and grandparents’ Jerry Vernon K [email protected] being honored as recipi- Sarajevo in 2006 experience of Bosnian culture.” ents of the inaugural Civic Cour- with old Turkish Vesna Kurspahic is the curator Editor in Chief Steven Mauren age Award from the Bosnia fountain — Sebilj of “Documenting Hometown and Managing Editor Memory Project at Fontbonne Uni- — in the back- Family History in Stari Majdan, Kemal Kurspahic Photography: versity in St. Louis. ground. Bosnians Bosnia,” a photography exhibition Deb Cobb, Craig Sterbutzel Kemal Kurspahic, the managing in St. Louis have that Moore said is helping to show Art/Design: Laurence Foong, John Heinly editor of The Connection, was edi- built a replica of the “beauty and complexity of Production Manager: tor-in-chief of the Bosnian news- Sarajevo Sebilj in Bosnian culture and history.” Geovani Flores paper Oslobodjenje during the their new home- The Kurspahics are being recog- Special Assistant to the Publisher three and a half-year siege of town. nized at a June 13 dinner held at the Jeanne Theismann Photo Contributed [email protected] Sarajevo, between 1992 and 1995. Grbic Banquet Center, a Bosnian res- @TheismannMedia He led a multi-ethnic staff that taurant in St. Louis. 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The Bosnia Memory ducing an ongoing oral history to Moore. “The challenge, with the Herzegovina and United States,” Project started in 2006 as a re- preserve stories and artifacts from plan to offer this award annually, said Dr. Ben Moore, director of the sponse to the large community of the war and genocide. Another is finding people who rise to the Bosnia Memory Project. “They re- Bosnians and their children — goal is to lay the groundwork for same level.” ally believe in journalism as a vi- around 40,000 — that settled in a center of Bosnian studies at the tal part of the civic sphere, that St. Louis after the war. university. — Tim Peterson

8 ❖ Burke Connection ❖ June 11-17, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Search No More! Visitors to Make Temple B’nai Shalom your the sale new spiritual home. We are a warm browse and welcoming Reform congregation, through the open to all…young and old, married, main room partnered, and single. No matter where filled with you might be on your Jewish journey, we will help you along your way. boxes of books. Please join us on Fridays at 8 p.m. for Shabbat services. We have spaces available in our Photo by Caroline Alkire/ nationally-recognized Religious School! The Connection TEMPLE OPEN HOUSE & TOUR: 6/19 at 7 p.m. Amy R. Perlin, D.D.— Senior Rabbi 7612 Old Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039 www.tbs-online.org For membership information, contact our Executive Director, Book Sale Keeps Library Going Lynn Richmond, at [email protected] or 703-764-2901 Whittington, who won the 6,000 hours worth of Friends of Burke Centre service award from the board of trustees, spends hours everyday year round preparing for each of the Library raise money at an- three book sales the Burke Centre Library holds ev- ery year. nual spring book sale. Thanks to the book sale, the library is able to offer By Caroline Alkire music programs, guest authors and activities for both The Connection children and adults. The library also donates a por- tion of funds to the Fairfax Library Foundation an- nually. ooks, magazines and movies lined the long, Burke Centre Library has been having book sales windowed hallway of the Burke Centre Li- B since 2008 when it officially opened. Brian Engler, brary. The hallway opened into another room secretary of the Friends, has been involved since filled with neatly organized boxes of books. Genres 2002, selling books at the Burke Center Festival in ranged from fiction to cookbooks to children’s books order to raise money for the then up-and-coming li- to history books. brary before it even existed. The Friends of Burke Centre Library held the an- “I think the book sale is important because read- nual spring book sale from June 4-6. The surround- ing allows individuals to become more educated,” ing community donated hundreds of books daily, and said Engler. “If you can read, you can learn and do the ones that didn’t go to the library were carefully better in school. The book sale allows affordability organized and set out at discount prices at the book and raises money for the library.” This year, Burke sale. Centre Library is using part of the book sale dona- Funds from the sale are used to support programs tions to co-sponsor and co-host a book festival with and events held by the library for the children and George Mason University in the fall. About 150 au- adults in the community. thors, including Tim O’Brien, Ernest Gaines and “The book sale is extremely important because the Diana Gabaldon, will be speaking at George Mason budget keeps getting cut for the library,” said Joy and surrounding communities in September. Whittington, book sale chair of the Friends of Burke “Libraries are such a gathering place for commu- Centre Library. “This community loves and values nities,” said Whittington. “It’s not just a place to come the library, and they are concerned with the cutbacks. to pick up a book. Individuals can gather at book The book sale is a way to raise extra money so the clubs, become involved in the summer reading pro- library can continue to hold valued educational pro- gram and meet others within the community. The grams.” book sale makes all of that possible.” Viewpoints What did you like about Burke Centre Library book sale? — Caroline Alkire Virginia Fritsche, ad- ministrative assistant, Walter O’Hara, engi- Clifton: neer, Burke: “What I like about the book “My favorite thing about sale is that there are a lot of the book sale is affordability popular well-known books by and accessibility; it’s right up great authors for really low the street from where I live prices. You can get good and the prices are great. I like books that may seem eco- looking through all the history nomical to buy on your Kindle books they have here.” for even lower prices here. I just found some books by Jodie Picoult in mint condi- tion that I haven’t read yet, so I’m really excited about that.”

Ilyse Gart, vice presi- dent for friends of Burke Rob Yunich, George “Me and My Dad” Centre Library: Mason graduate student, To honor dad on Father’s Day, send us your favorite snapshots “I really like getting to offer Fairfax: what I love to everyone else. “They have a pretty good of you with your dad and The Connection will publish them in I don’t have a specific favorite selection here, which is what our Father’s Day issue. Be sure to include some information genre; I’m all over the place I like about it. I’ll be able to from romance to mysteries to stock up my library for when about what’s going on in the photo, plus your name and phone non-fiction, and the book sale I become a teacher.” number and town of residence. To e-mail photos, send to: has it all.” [email protected] www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Burke Connection ❖ June 11-17, 2015 ❖ 9 Local Nursery Closing After 42 Years HomeLifeStyle ~ Going Out of Business Sale ~ Trees & DayliliesDaylilies Photos by Greg Hadley Shrubs Buy One, 40% OFF! Buy One, GetGet OneOne FreeFree Kwanzan Cherries 7-9' 40% OFF Sky Rocket Junipers 7-8' 50% OFF All Japanese CitrusCitrusCitrus PlantsPlantsPlants Deodora Cedars 10-15' 50% OFF Maples 25%25%25% OFFOFFOFF Blooming Tropicals 50% OFF Perennials 25% OFF 40% OFF 2014 & Prior 50% OFF RR Ties 6060 Giftware 50% OFF 50-75%50-75% OffOff ENTIRE Stock The spacious new screened porch demonstrates how highly du- To assure the durability of the deck’s surface, Sun Design specified Garden Chemicals ON SALE rable materials can be shaped to meet demanding aesthetics. 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In LIKEWISE, on the rear elevation, opportunities for Headquartered in Burke, the firm has a second office in McLean. “It’s really our preferred family room now,” said John Byrd ([email protected]) has been ➠ www.cravensnursery.com S fact, as Roger Lataille, senior design consult- self-expression quickly became inspirations. Call 703-425-5588 or visit www.SunDesignInc.com for more. Sharon Roman. “With overhead fans, shades and other writing about home improvement topics for 30 years. ant at Sun Design Remodeling, recalls, his Situated on two rolling acres and surrounded by wood- first discussion with Jeff and Sharon Roman of Great land, the home’s setting provided a sprawling backdrop previously in the picture. Falls concerned how to solve a water drainage prob- for an indoor-outdoor solution. “We learned immediately that the concrete support- lem. Boasting a southwesterly view from the rear eleva- ing the existing 20-year-old deck hadn’t been prop- “There were no gutters over the three garage ports, tion, the existing rear deck was usually bathed in soft erly set,” Lataille said. “Also, to assure the durability and rain water splash-back was causing the garage sunsets on summer evenings. The visual display was, of the deck’s surface, we specified Trex instead of doors to deteriorate,” Lataille said. “Also, the front likewise, available from the house — except the win- wood, and narrowed the span between undergirding entrance was too exposed. And the original wooden dows were too small and the only exits to the outside joists from 16 inches to 12 inches.” deck on the back of the house had decayed so badly it converged in a recessed hyphen joining the two main Structurally, the new decking is not only an upgrade, wasn’t being used much at all.” blocks on the rear of the house. but thoroughly necessary since it’s now directly ac- Then there was the problem with woodpeckers regu- “Ironically, we’ve always loved spending time out- cessible through oversized double glass doors from larly attacking the house, a reflection of moisture build- doors,” Sharon said, “so it’s surprising that we hadn’t the family room, the dining room and the billiards up and bug-infestation under the home’s sprayed-on changed the exterior of the house in the 13 years we’ve parlor. It’s also linked via a new flagstone walkway to stucco exterior. lived here.” the both fire pit and the new rear entrance to the lower Yet rectifying these everyday dysfunctions turned During summer vacations at Deep Creek Lake in level. out to be a comparatively small part of the Romans’ Maryland, however, the Romans discovered how much “Access to the outdoors from the house is one of the agenda, as Lataille soon discovered. they enjoy sitting by a fire pit on pleasant evenings. most fundamental features of an integrated indoor/ As the conversation progressed, the outlines for a This revelation prompted thoughts of adding not only outdoor solution,” Lataille said. “Bringing the aesthet- sweeping, state-of-the-art makeover began to take a fire pit, but a screen porch on the rear of the house ics of nature into your daily life is a lifestyle change. shape even as the home’s exterior was gradually re- — one that could be used from early spring and well The goal is to create spaces that can be easily main- imagined as an architectural statement fully integrated into fall. tained, yet allow owners to comfortably extend the with its setting. “I also pictured more natural light in the back of the open-air season.” At 6,500 square feet, the nearly 20-year-old, six house,” Sharon Roman said. “A rear elevation with over- bedroom center hall Colonial offered considerable sized windows and doors that invites in the beauty all THE SPACIOUS NEW screened porch demonstrates grandeur, yet the facade lacked detail, definition, even around us.” how highly durable materials can be shaped to meet warmth. As the vision evolved, the Romans decided on a plan demanding aesthetics. The Ipe decking chosen as the “There were a lot of distinctive architectural themes with four main components: a 20-foot-by-15-foot porch flooring, for instance, is not only one of the most in place,” Lataille said. “Our first concern is always screened porch, a 21-foot-by-16-foot grilling deck, a enduring materials offered for outdoor surfaces, but helping the owner articulate a program that suits their ground level sunken patio that exits from a lower level — installed in a tongue-and-groove pattern — is more goals, and then initiating an effective collaboration room, and a stand-alone fire pit with seating for six. effective in keeping out bugs than a screen mesh process.” “We were thinking ahead in many ways,” Sharon undergirding. Ipe, which is Brazilian walnut, was also With this in mind, the solutions proposed for the Roman said. “Jeff and I have elderly parents, and a lot specified for the porch handrails. home’s front elevations came right to the point. A metal- of family in the area. A direct entrance to the lower Meanwhile, the fiberglass charcoal screen — which clad overhang supported by decorative brackets above level, for instance, might make it easy to convert the makes it hard to see the porch interior from the out- the garage doors not only re-directs rainwater into a space into an in-law suite if needed.” side — creates a cozy sense of closure. Overhead, the discrete functional drainage system, but also gives the Overall, the Romans sought the capacity to com- fir-beaded tongue-and-groove wood ceiling lends a facade a unifying accent that ties in with the redesigned fortably entertain up to 40 or 50 people. natural burnish to the open-air ambiance. front entrance. Of course, for a fete of that size — well-constructed Taking the lead from other finish work details, the de- The defective stucco cladding has been replaced with decking is essential. Phase one to the new plan was, sign team installed a stone work “water table” for the sand-colored Hardiboard and a stonework “water thus, a nod to necessity: re-design the decking system porch’s inside wall — a textured backdrop for the wide- table” motif that scales back the mass of the looming to accommodate traffic circulating from directions never screen TV.

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Kylie Sullivan speaks at the sixth grade service assembly she organized. Making Community Better, One Project at a Time organizations—Volunteer Fairfax, Donate Kylie Sullivan plans Life, Operation Turbo, Kitty Awtry Tree of From left — Kylie Sullivan with her two friends, Megan Smith and Life and Families on the Homefront/Opera- Charlotte Camarota, holding some of the projects they made service hour assem- tion Dandelion Kid—and planned the as- during the service hours they completed. sembly herself. She even did one project for bly for the entire each organization, to show her peers an example of what they would be doing. White Oaks Elemen- After the one-hour assembly, each child voted on which organization they wanted tary sixth grade. to help. One week later, the organizations came back to the school, and each sixth By Caroline Alkire grader took three hours to complete projects The Connection for the charity of their choice. “I made cards for deployed military sol- ylie Sullivan’s life is anything but diers and for children moving away from Kboring. From youth group to swim Fairfax County,” said Megan Smith, a sixth team, this White Oaks Elementary grader at White Oaks Elementary. School sixth grader does it all. She has been Thanks to Sullivan, the White Oaks El- a girl scout for seven years, ementary sixth graders helps lead a mother-daugh- were able to finish all of ter book club and takes their required service dance classes. She’s also a hours. patrol captain, a volleyball “I didn’t even know we player, a swimmer and a had to complete five hours member of the 4 H Youth of service until the assem- Development Club. bly,” said Charlotte For Girl Scouts, Sullivan Camarota, a fellow sixth is expected to earn her Sil- grader. “Thank goodness ver Award, which involves for Kylie, because I would completing a minimum of have had no idea what to 50 community service do, and it was fun.” hours towards an issue of Sullivan has completed her own choosing. She de- 45 hours of work on this Kylie Sullivan ad- cided to help her peers at project thus far, but be- dresses her peers at White Oaks Elementary lieves by the time every- the assembly. complete the five hours of thing is done it may be community service re- closer to 80. Her hard quired by all sixth graders. work and organizational skills truly paid off. “Kylie came to me with the proposition “I think service is important because it’s of organizing an assembly featuring vari- a way to change the community that we ous charity organizations. Afterwards the live in for the better,” said Sullivan. “Every- sixth graders would be able to choose which one should have a chance to make their organization they wanted to help,” said community one that they truly want to live Ryan Richardson, principal at White Oaks in.” In the coming months, Sullivan plans Elementary. “I thought it was a great idea, to meet with principals at other elementary and I was extremely impressed by Kylie’s schools in Fairfax County to make her idea leadership skills and enthusiasm.” and the joy of community service wide- Kylie Sullivan with her mother Elaine, who supported her daughter Sullivan contacted five different charity spread. throughout the project. 12 ❖ Burke Connection ❖ June 11-17, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News

Board of Supervisors honored Lake Braddock Secondary School’s boys cross country team on Tuesday, June 2. Fastest Ever: ‘They Earned That Title’ he state championship rings won by Lake 3.95. TBraddock Secondary School’s boys cross “A couple of points behind the girls, just to put country team are engraved with: “Fastest that in there,” said Cook. ever.” “I want to echo my congratulations,” said Herrity. “They earned that title,” said their coach Michael “It takes a lot of hard work, training, dedication and Mangan. “And they worked very hard to get here.” teamwork to win a state championship. The boys team ran the fastest average time in the “I think I would be remiss if I didn’t mention that history of the state meet, Mangan said, following up 60 percent of Lake Braddock students live in Spring- similar statistics in regional meets as well as indi- field [District],” said Herrity, who is the Springfield vidual accomplishments. District supervisor. “Close behind them was West “Cross country is not a sport, especially on the boys Springfield, and close behind them was Chantilly … side, when you show up on day one and you’re in which makes Springfield clearly the fastest district front,” said Mangan. “It takes a lot of work to get in the county.” yourself there.” Coach Mangan said they are also a great group of Supervisors John C. Cook (R-Braddock) and Pat people. “They are a team that takes care of their Herrity (R-Springfield) honored the boys team at the younger ones.” Board of Supervisors hearing at the Fairfax County The athletes that attended the ceremony Tuesday Government Center on June 2. represented all 72 boys in the cross country and track “This team is a phenomenal team,” said Cook. “The programs and all 72 girls as well, said Mangan. program year after year after year after year comes Supervisor Cook read numerous team and indi- out on the top.” vidual accomplishments from the school year. Cook said he has honored the team five times in “I have admiration for cross country. It is a great the six years he has served as a Supervisor. sport, and running is a sport and activity that you do “That says something about the spirit of the pro- can do your entire life,” said Chairman Sharon 4267 Fox Lake • Fairfax, VA gram, each generation passes on to the next,” he said, Bulova. “Thank you for making us proud. Some pretty For Sale • $400,000 One-car garage townhome located close to 5919 Kara Place adding that the team comprises “stellar students as impressive statistics that we just heard.” Fair Lakes. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms, well” who have an average grade point average of — Ken Moore walk-out from 2 levels, 2 fireplaces, and Burke, VA 22015 the property is being sold “as-is.” For Rent • $1,950

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Join Gunston Hall for a Farmers Market. 3-7 p.m. Fairfax multicultural music, dance, and other historic event and celebrate the County Government Center, 12000 live entertainment; a chili cook-off ratification of the Virginia Award- Government Center Parkway, Fairfax. pitting Fairfax County police officers Declaration of Right. Enjoy a parade Thursdays, May 7-Oct. 29. Ten against firefighters; and a children’s on the grounds, sample food from the Winning Newspapers & Online vendors including a Middle Eastern corner with performances, hearth kitchen, and converse with delicacy bakery and custom organic storytelling. historic characters about life in the 703-778-9431 ice cream shop. Father-Daughter Dance. 6-9 p.m. 18th century. Sherwood Center, 3740 Old Lee www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ SATURDAY-SUNDAY/JUNE 13-14 farmersmarkets/governmentcnt Highway, Fairfax. 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Presented by dads, grandads, big brothers, participants will create amazing street art. Festival goers can purchase a “plot” of brick space on the plaza and paint to their hearts delight whatever flows from their imagination. Cost for spaces are $5 for children, $10 for adults, and $15 Father’s for professional artist. Individuals can register at Day Fun www.chalkonthewater.com. The festival will also include food, a live SUNDAY/JUNE 21 DJ, a wine garden. Father’s Day Family Fishing. 5-7 p.m. SUNDAY/JUNE 14 Riverbend Park, 8700 Potomac Hills Model Train Show. 1-4 p.m. Fairfax Street, Great Falls. Celebrate Father’s Day Station Railroad Museum, 11200 at Riverbend Park with fishing. The cost Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station. is $8 per person and includes supplies The Northern Virginia NTRAK and equipment or you may bring your members will hold a N gauge T-TRAK own rod and reel. All fish caught will be model train show. Museum members, released. 703-759-3211. free; adults 16 and over, $4; children 5-15, $2; under 4, free. Father’s Day Cruises. 1, 3, 5, & 7 p.m. Lorton Farmers Market. 9 a.m.-1 Lake Accotink Park, 7500 Accotink Park p.m. Sundays, May 3-Nov. 8. Road, Springfield. Spot soaring eagles Featuring fresh produce, a Swiss and sunbathing turtles while enjoying a bakery and potted plants and herbs. 30-minute cruise aboard the Lake VRE Parking Lot, 8990 Lorton Station Accotink Park tour boat. Reservations are Boulevard, Lorton. required. Arrive 20 minutes before your www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ cruise time to pick up your reserved farmersmarkets/lortonmkt.htm tickets and get ready for boarding time. Fairfax Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 The fee is $3 for Dad, $6 for other adults, p.m. Sundays, May 10-Oct. 25. $4 for children ages three and up. For 10500 Page Avenue, Fairfax. information and to make a reservation, www.fairfaxsaturdaymarket.com/ call 703-569-0285. Fair Lakes Farmers Market. 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. 4501 Market Commons Drive, Antique Car Show. 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Fairfax.www.greentowns.com/ 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly. initiative/farmers-market/fair-lakes- Celebrate Father’s Day at Sully’s 42nd farmers-market-fairfax-va. Annual Antique Car Show with more than 400 antique and classic cars. You can buy MONDAY/JUNE 15 the car of your dreams at the Car Corral Famous Artists & Art Exploration. or search for the perfect accessory in the Burke Lake Park, 7315 Ox Road, flea market with more than 100 ven–dors. Fairfax Station. Campers learning Treat Dad to a delicious lunch and get about famous artists and creating your toes tapping to music reminiscent of their very own masterpieces using the heyday of these classic automobiles. A some of the same techniques. For tour of the first floor of the 1794 house is information call 703-689-3104. included. No reservations are required. (Katydid Camps) to register, call 703- The cost is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, 222-4664. and $7 for children. For more Chess Club. 4 p.m. Pohick Library, information, call 703-437-1794. 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Learn openings, strategy, tactics and more. Players paired with others of See Calendar, Page 15

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The Best Play Award went to Robinson Secondary for “Neverwhere.” From left: Matthew Ross, Rachel The Comic Actor in a Play The Sound Award went to Ingle and Award went to Alex Bulova “Neverwhere” at Robinson Paige for “Neverwhere” at Secondary School to Andie Franklin. Robinson Secondary School. Matten and Chris Mayhew.

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Cappies Awards Honors High School Theater

he 16th Annual Cappies Gala honoring high and the cities of Falls Church, Alexandria, Manassas Tschool theater was held Sunday, June 7 at and Washington, D.C. The Kennedy Center. Of the 39 awards, win- The Cappies season extended from late October to ning the top prizes were Robinson Secondary School early May. The Cappies program was launched in the for the Best Play Award for “Neverwhere,” and summer of 1999 by Bowns, the theatre arts resource McLean High School for the Best Musical Award for teacher with FCPS, and the late Bill Strauss (direc- “Big Fish.” This year’s Masters of Ceremony were tor, Capitol Steps), in cooperation with area theater Judy Bowns, Janie Strauss and Ed Monk. teachers, for the purpose of celebrating and bring- This year’s show included 58 public and private ing public acclaim to high school theater. The Lighting Award went to “Neverwhere” at Robinson high schools in Fairfax County, Arlington, Fauquier, Secondary School. From left: Shannon Williams and Loudoun, Montgomery, and Prince William counties, — Steve Hibbard Analise Scruggs. Not pictured: Kyle Ronyecs. Calendar

From Page 14 Burke Centre Library, 5935 Freds Oak Road, Burke. Join to read similar skill. http:// OMMUNITIES OF ORSHIP selections from the PJ Library C W www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/ and make crafts to be taken branches/po/ home. PJ Library provides Paws to Read. 4:30 p.m.- 5:15 p.m. families with a free treasury of 9800 Old Keene Mill Rd. Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Jewish books and music each Lake Road, Burke. Practice month. Ages 6 months-5 years. 703-455-7041 reading with Wylie, a trained http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ therapy dog. Call or sign up online library/branches/bc/ Sunday School for a 15-minute session. Ages 6-12 9:15 AM with adult. http:// THURSDAY/JUNE 18 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/ Cinematic Guitar Poetry. 7 p.m. Worship Service branches/kp/ Burke Centre Library, 5935 Freds Let’s Hear it For the Girls. 7 p.m. Oak Road, Burke. Original 10:30 AM Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke acoustic compositions blending Lake Road, Burke. All girls book American folk & jazz with www.calvaryfamily.com discussion group. Book discussed Japanese music performed by “Continuing the ministry of is The One and Only by Katherine consummate artist, Hiroya Christ on earth” Applegate. Ages 9-12 with adult Tsukamoto, on his Hongoh female. http:// Handmade Guitar. Teens and www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/ adults. branches/kp/ SATURDAY/JUNE 20 Jubilee TUESDAY/JUNE 16 Clifton Wine Festival. 11 a.m.-6 Christian Center Classics Book Club. 7 p.m. p.m. Children’s Park, 7140 Main “Experience the Difference” Richard Byrd Library, 7250 St., Clifton. Visit historic Clifton, Worship Gathering – Sunday 8:45 & 11 AM Commerce Street, Springfield. with wine, food, music and arts Sunday School 10:10 AM This month’s title: Animal Farm by and crafts. www.cliftonwine.com. Sunday Evening – Realtime Worship George Orwell. Adults. Master Gardeners- Plant Clinic. & Youth 6 PM Legos in the Library. 4:30 p.m. 10 a.m. Kings Park Library, 9000 Family Night – Wednesday 7:15 PM Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Home Life Groups & College/Young Adult Ministries Burke Lake Road, Burke. Masters Visit our Website: www.jccag.org Lake Road, Burke. Play with LEGO Gardeners from the Fairfax bricks free build. Ages 6-12. http:/ 4650 Shirley Gate Road, Fairfax County Cooperative Extension Bill Frasnelli, PASTOR 703-383-1170 /www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/ will host plant clinics to answer branches/kp/ gardening questions. Adults. Pohick Evening Book Rocknoceros. 10:30 a.m. Kings Discussion Group. 7 p.m. Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Looking for a New Place of Worship? Pohick Library, 6450 Road, Burke. Coach Cotton, To Advertise Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Me Willibob and Boogie Woogie Visit Antioch Baptist Church! Before You by Jojo Moyes. Adults. Bennie play their music for the http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ whole family. All ages. All Are Welcome! Your Community library/branches/po/ Lunch, Tea and Fashion Show Sunday Worship 8, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. Classics Book Club. 7 p.m. 7250 Event. 11:30 a.m. Waterford Commerce Street, Springfield. Springfield, 6715 Commerce Sunday School for Children & Adults 9:30 a.m. of Worship, "Animal Farm" by George Orwell. Street, Springfield. This events Married Couples Sunday School 11:30 a.m. Adults. help to benefit scholarship funds WEDNESDAY/ JUNE 17 and other projects relating to 703-425-0710 • www.antioch-church.org Call 703-778-9418 domestic violence victims. PJ Book Buddies. 10:30 p.m. Tickets: $36. 6531 Little Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Burke Connection ❖ June 11-17, 2015 ❖ 15 Burke Connection Sports Editor Jon Roetman Sports 703-752-4031 or [email protected]

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Centreville senior Caroline Wakefield, right, defends Robinson junior Robinson’s Mackenzie Schuler (12), MegMarie Stanchi (15) and goal- Kaitlin Luccarelli during the 6A state semifinals on Tuesday at Robinson keeper Danielle Valenti defend against Centreville’s Paige Richbourg Secondary School. during Tuesday’s state semifinal matchup. Robinson Girls’ Lax Advances to State Championship Game Rams beat Centreville Senior midfielder Mackenzie Schuler Robinson Boys’ Lax to Face Chantilly in State Final scored Robinson’s other two overtime goals, in overtime in state including one with four seconds remaining The Robinson boys’ lacrosse team will face the nal matchup. before the break. Chantilly Chargers in the 6A state championship Saturday’s meeting will be the fourth this season game at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 13 at Lake between Robinson and Chantilly. The Rams won semifinals. “That was amazing,” is how Obregon de- Braddock Secondary School. the regular-season meeting 7-4 on March 26. The scribed the Rams’ performance during the Robinson defeated Patrick Henry (Roanoke) 11- Chargers were victorious in the Conference 5 (10- By Jon Roetman first three minutes of overtime. 6 in the semifinals on Tuesday. 7, May 22) and 6A North region championship The Connection Chantilly defeated Langley in the other semifi- (9-4, June 2) games. ROBINSON WILL FACE OAKTON in the defense,” Robinson head coach Liz Case “It means the world,” Skrzypczak, an Ohio obinson senior and future Uni- 6A state championship game at 5 p.m. on said. “We definitely had to change it up State commit, said ofTuesday’s win. “… The versity of Maryland lacrosse Saturday, June 13 at Lake Braddock Sec- [with our draw-takers] … and then finally other games that we played Centreville, it’s Rplayer Izzy Obregon lined up in ondary School. we moved up Emily Skrzypczak, who truly been for seeding, not really as important. free position Tuesday night with One could say it was amazing Robinson is our … safety net.” … This game, we knew going into it this the chance to put the Rams on the verge of even had a chance to win Tuesday night Down 10-7, Caskey started Robinson’s was [an] elimination [game] and this is it. a trip to the state championship game. considering the Rams’ inability to win draws comeback with back-to-back goals, pulling This could be our last game.” But with 15 seconds remaining and the for much of the evening. Centreville finished the Rams within one. Sophomore midfielder Schuler finished with three goals and two score tied, Obregon’s shot failed to find the with an 18-8 draw control advantage, in- Elli Kluegel bounced in a free position goal assists for Robinson, and Caskey totaled back of the net and Robinson’s 6A state cluding 10-1 in the first half. to tie the score at 10 three goals and one assist. Checkosky had semifinal contest against Centreville would The Wildcats with 4:18 remain- two goals and five assists, and Kluegel go to overtime. capitalized, taking a ing. Centreville se- scored two goals. Junior goalkeeper “Honestly, I wasn’t that worried because 10-7 lead when se- “Honestly, I wasn’t that nior midfielder Danielle Valenti finished with six saves. I just had a sense that our team, we weren’t nior attacker Kara worried because I just Caroline Wakefield Centreville senior Reagan Newell totaled going to lose,” Obregon said. “We weren’t Waddell scored scored with 4:02 re- five goals and one assist. Wakefield had four going to take no for an answer. We weren’t with 7:07 remain- had a sense that our maining, giving the goals and two assists. Freshman attacker going to get this far into the tournament ing in the second Wildcats an 11-10 Emily Marciano scored two goals, sopho- and then just go home.” half. But the Rams team, we weren’t going to lead. Robinson jun- more attacker Elizabeth Murphy had one While Obregon had faith in her team, her started winning ior Kaitlin goal and three assists, and Waddell had one own ability would prove a sufficient reason draws late in the lose. We weren’t going to Luccarelli’s goal goal and two assists. Senior goalkeeper Alex for the Rams not to panic. second half and with 1:21 left in DeLaRosa tallied seven saves. Obregon scored two goals and contrib- scored eight of the take no for an answer. We regulation tied the uted an assist during the first of two three- next nine goals in- score at 11. ROBINSON IMPROVED its record to 20- minute overtime periods, and the Rams held cluding overtime. weren’t going to get this “This is huge for 1. The Rams’ lone defeat was an 18-11 loss on for a 15-13 victory over the Wildcats at “I think our big far into the tournament us,” Caskey said. “I to Georgetown Visitation, a private school, Robinson Secondary School. momentum swing don’t think I’ve ever on March 31. Centreville finished the sea- Obregon’s pair of overtime goals came 30 was when we and then just go home.” been this excited in son with a 15-4 record. seconds apart, each with an assist from started winning my lacrosse career. Robinson will now face an Oakton team sophomore attacker Katie Checkosky, and those draws,” — Robinson senior Izzy Obregon This was the biggest it has already beaten twice. The Rams de- helped Robinson build a 15-11 lead enter- Caskey said. “… win for us, I think, feated the Cougars 18-11 during the regu- ing the second three-minute overtime pe- When you lose the draw it’s hard to stay because Centreville is definitely one of our lar season on May 5, and 15-6 in the 6A riod. Obregon finished with a team-high confident.” biggest rivals of the year and we knew they North region championship game on June four goals. How did Robinson keep it close despite a were going to come out for blood and we 2. “That’s just Iz for you,” junior midfielder considerable draw control disadvantage? just had to keep fighting through that.” “We can’t take it lightly at all,” Checkosky Taylor Caskey said. “She is probably one of Part of the answer was having junior de- Tuesday’s win was Robinson’s third of the said. “They’re a really good team and we’ve the [most mentally tough] players on our fender Emily Skrzypczak take draws late in season against Centreville. The Rams beat seen them … [go] into overtime, also, team. She’s always the one picking every- the second half. the Wildcats 25-20 during the regular sea- against Centreville [in the region semifi- one else up, so I think when she missed that “Definitely kudos to our defense for keep- son on May 11, and 19-13 in the Confer- nals]. We just need to play like we did in shot it was our duty to talk to her …” ing [Centreville] off and playing good, solid ence 5 championship game on May 22. the first period of [tonight’s] overtime.” 16 ❖ Burke Connection ❖ June 11-17, 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com POTOMAC 3750 Jefferson Davis Hwy. RIVER Alexandria, VA 22305

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Gainesville $435,000 Lake Anna $425,000 Heritage Hunt 55+. Beautiful 2 level “Oakleaf” corner lot! 4 BR (3 Fairfax Station $675,000 Warrenton $489,900 Water access. Custom Contemporary 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home on on main level), hardwoods, Kitchen w/island & pantry, Breakfast Beautiful updated 2-car, 4 bedroom, 3 bath home on 1 acre lot with Beautiful Colonial with 4 bedrooms & 2 1/2 baths in sought-after beautiful lot bordered by meandering streams. Flooded with sun- bay, Living, Dining, Sunroom addition, U/LVL w/BR 4, BA 3 & large over 3,100 square feet of living space. Hardwood flooring on main community. Large Family Room & Kitchen combo with gas fireplace, light! Interesting materials & updates galore. Gorgeous multiuse storage closet, paver Patio, 2 car Garage, quality landscaping, irri- level, brand new kitchen, living, dining and family rooms. Ideal for granite countertops and SS appliances. His and hers closets in MB. outbuilding. gation system, close to Clubhouse & entry gate. families and entertaining. Private, treed backyard with large patio, two-car garage. And much Toni McQuair 703-795-2697 Amanda Scott 703-772-9190 Ngoc Do 703-798-2899 more! Sherri Kuckuda 703-869-1558 Access the Realtors’ Multiple Listing Service: www.searchvirginia.listingbook.com

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