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Reston
Fishing Day Page 3
One hour after Kids Fishing
Opinion, Page 4 v Calendar, Page 8 v Classified, Page 10
Day 2022 begins in Reston,
the Farley boys, Wesley, 4,
and James, 8, have yet to
be out-fished.
Photo by Mercia Hobson/The Connection
Students Sought Town of Herndon
for Summer Jobs Breaks Ground
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Photos Courtesy of Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department
So now what? From left, are Capt. John Streeter, with his medal and certificate,
and Bill Collier outside Fire Station 38.
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‘It’s Daunting, Wondering
Where to Look for Jobs’
Career fair at
Chantilly High
proves big success.
By Bonnie Hobbs
The Connection
L
eaving Chantilly High on a Saturday
morning, freshman Anjali Addagarla
said attending the job fair there was
time well spent. After all, she got to
see what local employers have to offer teens
like her.
Representing Sideburn Run Pool, (from left) Nicki Miller talks to a student
The in-person event was held March 19
while Peter McClintock looks on.
and sponsored by Supervisor Pat Herrity
(R-Springfield), in partnership with the Con-
nection Newspapers, Fairfax County Public
Schools (FCPS) and local chambers of com-
merce. And the available jobs included full
time, after-school, seasonal and volunteer Chantilly student Sahaj Kasturi holds job
positions, as well as opportunities for in- information and application folders.
ternships.
“I was browsing for a summer job to see
what’s out there,” said Addagarla, 15. “I
found three places that interested me – Ri-
ta’s Italian Ice near the Dulles Expo Center;
Escapology, the escape room at Fairfax Cor-
ner; and Little Kickers, where I could be a
soccer coach for younger kids.”
“They all seem pretty fun,” she said. “I’m
going to put in my application and see what
I get. This job fair is a good place to see
my options, because this would be my first
job. And it’s neat to see what’s available for
15-year-olds because, for lots of jobs, you
have to be 16.”
A sophomore, Sahaj Kasturi said he was
searching for a job to “add more structure to
my schedule and get money for college and
a car.” He also wanted to learn about volun- At far left, Daniil Gomenyuk of DreamHome eagerly tells students what his company
teer opportunities, for either year-’round or James Vanhalle and Maria Boehk of has to offer.
summertime. Wegmans.
“I saw community-focused things like vol-
unteering in the fire department or in coun- which ones I could think about.”
ty parks, and they interested me,” he said. Angela Pham, a junior, was also pleased
“And some other jobs, like the escape room, with her experience. “It was easy to access
looked like fun. I’ll probably apply for the a lot of job opportunities at one time,” she
community-volunteer ones or the escape said. “And they’re all meant for teens to
room, so I could volunteer and also have a sign up, and are less intimidating, because
weekday job.” they’re entry-level. I’m interested in working
Kasturi said the job fair was a good idea at Chick-fil-A.” She also enjoyed collecting
because “It gives that little push you need. all the giveaways at the job fair, such as can-
It’s a little daunting on your own, wondering dy, samples of Rita’s Italian Ice, sunglasses,
where to look for jobs. But when they’re all flashlights and pens.
here in one place, it’s easier.” Among the many employers there were
Classmate Kushan Gupta said his dad saw Nicki Miller and Peter McClintock of Side-
an ad about the event and brought him to it. burn Run Pool, near GMU in Fairfax. McClin-
“They have a list of all the businesses here, tock stressed that it’s an individual pool, not
and I looked at the ones that interest me,” he part of a chain.
said. “I talked to Tech Skills Partner, a non- “We’re looking for about 20 lifeguards and
profit that helps teens who can’t afford four- a pool manager,” he said. “The pool manager
year colleges, to learn the necessary skills to would supervise the lifeguards, test the wa- Students and prospective employers chat with each other during the job fair.
apply for jobs.” ter’s chemicals and keep the pool area neat
He said even Amazon was there, with and clean. It’s the perfect job for high-school McClintock. “And they learn how to sched- home remodeling and have been in business
some positions for those 18 and older. “I and college students because it’s during the ule their time, supervise others and interact more than 20 years,” he said. “We work all
didn’t know there were that many com- summer, when they’re off.” with a lot of people.” over the DMV and Northern Virginia area.
panies that wanted teenagers to work for “They have a lot of responsibility because Daniil Gomenyuk of DreamHome was de-
them,” said Gupta. “So it was good to see they have to keep people safe,” continued lighted to be at the job fair. “We do exterior See Career Fair, Page 4
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MEMBERS’
MEETING
State and town officials at the Friday, March 25 groundbreaking for the Van Buren Com-
plete Street and Herndon Parkway Intersection project.
Town Holds Groundbreaking for $10.9 Join Zoom Meeting: April 12, 2022, 7 p.m.
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Million Street & Intersection Project
Learn about the state of the
By Mercia Hobson
The Connection
association and what lies ahead for RA.
Election results will be announced.
O
n Monday, March 28, eight state and local
officials sank their gold ceremonial shov-
els into the dirt in the Town of Herndon
to mark the groundbreaking of the Van
Buren Complete Street and Herndon Parkway Inter-
section project. The multi-modal improvement project Screenshot
will make major changes to the intersection provid- Herndon Metro Station
ing regional access to and from Monroe Street (Route
666), Sunrise Valley Drive and Herndon-Monroe Park easier for people to walk, bike, wheelchair, or stroller
& Ride Garage in Fairfax County for the Herndon Met- around town,” Olem said.
rorail Station, According to Smith, the Project is two major proj-
In addition, the Van Buren Complete Street and ects the town was able to award to one contractor,
Herndon Parkway Intersection project will improve A&M Concrete Corporation. That adds efficiency to
vehicular and pedestrian safety. It will reduce con- the schedule and budget. Brian Glover, vice president
gestion and lengthy peak hour delays. The project is of A&M Concrete Corporation, said that the project’s
needed because the close-by Herndon Metrorail Sta- construction phase will last one year with completion
tion, part of Phase 2 of the Silver Line extension to expected in the spring 2023.
Dulles Airport and Loudoun County, is expected to The project will provide access to the Herndon
open this summer. Transit-Oriented Core areas, concentrating on the
Virginia Delegate Irene Shin (D-86); Herndon May- North Entrance of the Herndon Metro Station, and
or Sheila Olem; Herndon Councilmember Naila Alam;
Bill Ashton, town manager, Town of Herndon; Scott
Robinson, director, Public Works, Town of Herndon;
continues initiatives to have through traffic use the
Herndon Parkway instead of the town’s internal
streets. It also provides connectivity to Fairfax County.
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were among those in attendance. on-and-off-road bike lanes in each direction, five-foot-
While the entire cost of this project is $10.9 mil- wide sidewalks with streetlights, and crosswalks, and
lion, Olem said at the groundbreaking that $8 million traffic signalization at Alabama Drive. A turn lane for
had been raised via federal, regional, and local funds. northbound Van Buren Street at Herndon Parkway
Grants were applied for and secured by the town. will also be added.
The Herndon Parkway intersection cost $4.5 million, Additionally, the project will provide improved pe-
while the Van Buren complete street portion totals destrian crosswalks with ADA signals and stormwater
$6.4 million. management facilities, and overhead utility line re-
“I want to give a big shout out to the Northern Vir- locations. Dedicated turn lanes, bike, and pedestrian
ginia Transportation Authority for also partnering enhancements, and storm drainage improvements are
with us on this major project. What’s going to hap- among the intersection improvements. www.connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe
pen when this is done? It’s going to make it much “We are so looking forward to this,” Olem said.
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Spring Outdoor Theater in Reston
Outdoor theater comes to Reston this door performing arts events at Reston
spring. William Shakespeare’s “A Mid- Town Center
summer Night’s Dream” is reimagined by v Thursdays with the Arts at Mason,
NextStop Theatre and presented by Res- Thursdays, 5 – 6 p.m. beginning May 26
ton Community Center and Reston Town v Family Fun Entertainment Series,
Center Association in Reston Town Square Saturdays, 10:45 a.m. beginning June 18
Park on April 29, 30 and May 1 at 7 p.m. v Darden and Friends jazz series,
This free production of Shakespeare’s be- Thursdays, 5 – 6:15 p.m. beginning Sept.
loved and hilarious comedy, with a con- 8
temporary spin, will be Reston’s first pro- v Sunday Art in the Park with Shenan-
fessional Theatre in the Park event. doah Conservatory, Sundays, 7 – 8 p.m.
The shows will take place on a stage beginning June 12. Reston Community
especially designed for the production Center teams with Reston Town Center
and are free and open to all ages. There Association to fill summers with the mag-
are no rain dates. ic of the arts.
“NextStop Theatre is beyond excited to “RCC believes wholeheartedly in the
be collaborating with Reston Town Cen- power of collaboration to create mem-
ter Association and Reston Community orable arts experiences for our commu-
Center on A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” nity,” said RCC Executive Director Leila
said NextStop Theatre Producing Direc- Gordon. “Combining the talents of Next-
tor Evan Hoffmann. “Together we are Stop Theatre with the beauty of Reston
going to create a beautiful, magical, and Town Square Park is a perfect example.”
incredibly unique experience that will Robert Goudie, executive director of
remind everyone why community and Reston Town Center Association, notes,
great art go hand in hand.” “Adding Theatre in the Park to the RTCA
Theatre in the Park will join this year’s cultural calendar is something our Board Photo Courtesy of Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department
lineup of exciting, diverse and free out- has wanted to do for some time.” Firefighters remain on scene after extinguishing the blaze at this commercial build-
ing in Centreville.
Mechanical Failure Causes
Centreville Building Fire
T
he afternoon of March 10, firefight- Four people were in the unit at the time
ers from both the Fairfax County of the fire but escaped unharmed. Fire of-
and Prince William fire and rescue ficials say the unit was not equipped with
departments battled a building fire smoke alarms or a fire sprinkler system. An
in the 14600 block of Lee Highway in Centre- employee who saw the smoke and flames
ville. And investigators have now determined called 9-1-1.
that the blaze was accidental. Fire investigators determined that the fire
First-arriving units discovered a two-sto- started in the back of the second-floor unit.
ry, commercial building with smoke show- They say it was caused by a mechanical fail-
ing from the roof in front. Crews at the back ure within the motor of an air compressor.
of the structure reported fire evident from No one was displaced because of the inci-
a second-floor window, and a second alarm dent, but damages were estimated at ap-
was struck. Firefighters quickly extinguished proximately $200,000.
Photo Courtesy of FCFRD the flames on the second floor and were able
From left are Bill Collier and Lt. Jason Kim with his certificate. to confine the fire to one unit. — Bonnie Hobbs
Station 40 Firefighter Drug Trafficker Sentenced for
Role in 2011 Reston Murder
Receives SAR Award A Honduran national, formerly of Res-
ton, Virginia, was sentenced earlier in
March to 20 years in prison for aiding
jia and the others fled to Honduras short-
ly after the crime. In late 2019, Mejia was
located in the United States and arrested
L
t. Jason Kim of Fire Station 40 in Fair- Fair Oaks. and abetting a drug-related murder over in Texas.
fax Center was honored last Thursday, “Wherever he is, Kim explores, asks ques- a decade ago. Mejia pleaded guilty on July 15, 2021,
March 17, with the Sons of the Ameri- tions and sets expectations for his crew. He According to court documents, Saul to aiding and abetting the use of a fire-
can Revolution (SAR) Fire Safety Commen- is also a member of the Hazardous Materi- Pacheco Mejia, 55, arranged to sell co- arm in furtherance of a drug trafficking
dation Award. Bill Collier, of the SAR’s Col. als Response Team and is training to ride in caine to individuals in Reston on Dec. conspiracy, causing death, and abetting
William Grayson Chapter, presented him command of the Hazardous Materials Unit 12, 2011. On that date, Mejia and two the use of a firearm in connection with a
with the award. He did so during the sta- at Station 40. As a paramedic, Lt. Kim is associates arrived at an apartment in Res- drug conspiracy resulting in death.
tion’s A-shift, with Kim’s proud family and a true, all-hazards officer and takes all his ton in anticipation of the cocaine transac- Jessica D. Aber, U.S. Attorney for the
shift mates in attendance. roles very seriously, to include being a men- tion. Instead of purchasing the cocaine, Eastern District of Virginia, and Kevin
According to the Fairfax County Fire tor to newer members. Congratulations to the intended customer attempted to steal Davis, Fairfax County Chief of Police,
and Rescue Department, “Kim is a newly him and thank you, the cocaine and flee. Mejia’s associates made the announcement after sentenc-
promoted officer who goes out of his way SAR, for your continued support of the chased, shot, and killed the man. Mejia ing by U.S. District Judge Rossie D.
to learn more about his new position. As FCFRD firefighters and paramedics.” did not have a firearm, but knew the two Alston, Jr. Assistant U.S. Attorney Mi-
a relief officer in the 7th Battalion, his as- other individuals did have firearms. Me- chael P. Ben’Ary is prosecuting the case
signments range from rural Clifton to urban — Bonnie Hobbs
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Veg Fest Coming April 24
T
he fourth annual Fairfax Veg Fest will again will be held by a variety of chefs including Pericles
take place in Herndon, Va. on April 24, Silva of the GreenFare Organic Café in Herndon.
2022, with more than 80 exhibitors focused The purpose of this event is to give people an op-
on healthy food, wellness programs, green portunity to learn from and ask questions of those
products, and animal welfare. who have already seen life-changing results from
Speakers include: plant-based eating.
T. Colin Campbell, PhD – best-selling author of The At every level from amateur weekend warriors to
China Study, Whole, and The Low Carb Fraud; and Olympians and world-record holders, plant-based
star of the documentary Forks Over Knives athletes have experienced profound performance
Neal Barnard, MD -- President of the Physician’s gains in strength, endurance, and mental clarity. The
Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), author list is constantly growing, including NFL and NBA all-
of 18 books detailing the benefits of the plant-based stars, professional boxers, weightlifters, bodybuilders,
diet MMA fighters, runners of every distance, cyclists, auto
Gene Baur -- expert on the abuses of industrialized racers, wrestlers, skiers, baseball, hockey, soccer, ten-
factory farming, called “the conscience of the food nis, rugby players and many more.
movement” by Time magazine Those attending the Fairfax Veg Fest will also find
Jim Loomis, MD -- Director of the Barnard Medi- information that will help them and their friends and
cal Center and former team internist for the St. Louis families make simple, easy changes to adopt a more
Rams football team and the St. Louis Cardinals base- heroic lifestyle that saves commoditized animals who
ball team cannot fight back when their lives are being taken.
Gwyn Whittaker – CEO of the educational Green- For those interested in environmental issues, there
Fare Organic Café, and GreenFare Health and Well- will be information showing that reducing demand
ness for animal-based products could have immensely pos-
Baxter Montgomery, MD – Houston Cardiologist, itive benefits for our planet.
Montgomery Heart and Wellness Director The Fairfax Veg Fest will take place on Sunday, April
James Wilks – Director of the most widely viewed 24 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. in the large parking lot of
documentary in the world The Game Changers, and the Northwest Federal Credit Union at 200 Spring St.,
Mixed Marshall artist Herndon, VA 20170. Parking will be free. Thousands
Courtland Milloy – Columnist at the Washington of people are expected to attend from all around the
Post since 1975 D.C. Metro area.
Brian Clement, PhD – Co-Director Hippocrates In- For more information about the event, and to apply to
stitute and author be a vendor or sponsor, go to http://fairfaxvegfest.org/
In addition, plant-based cooking demonstrations or contact Gwyn Whittaker at gwyn@greenfare.org.
Inmate Dies at Fairfax County
Adult Detention Center
D
etectives from Fairfax County Police Major Crimes County Sheriff’s Office and incarcerated at the ADC
Bureau are investigating the in-custody death since March 25. On that date, he was originally arrest-
of 65-year-old inmate George Redmond. The ed by Alexandria City Police, FCPD said. Custody was
Sheriff’s Office reported on March 28, 2022 at approx- transferred to FCPD officers, and Redmond was taken
imately 9:20 a.m., a Sheriff’s deputy found Redmond to the Fairfax County ADC.
unresponsive in his single cell in the Adult Detention He was arrested for a failure to appear warrant re-
Center (ADC). The deputy rendered aid until relieved lated to an original charge of trespassing and destruc-
by ADC medical personnel, according to the Sheriff’s Of- tion of property. Our detectives are coordinating with
fice. Rescue arrived, continued lifesaving measures and the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office to gather the facts
transported Redmond to the hospital, where he was pro- and circumstances surrounding this death.
nounced deceased. The Office of the Chief Medical Ex- Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office policy dictates
aminer will conduct an autopsy, but preliminarily, there that an in-custody death must be investigated by
are no signs of foul play, according to police. the Fairfax County Police Department. The investi-
Redmond had been in the custody of the Fairfax gation is underway.
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NOW THRU APRIL 28 SATURDAY/APRIL 9 Iva at wotrs@templerodefshalom.
A collection of paintings by Layla Gray 123 Andrés. 3 p.m. At Reston Commu- org. Registration by March 25th,
and Coty Dickson entitled “The nity Theater’s CenterStage, Reston. https://adobe.ly/3mY7eWr
Four Seasons” is on display at the 123 Andrés is the award-winning
Great Falls Library, 9830 George- duo of Andrés and Christina, who SUNDAY/APRIL 10
town Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066. entertain with catchy songs and Clifton Easter Egg Hunt. 11:30 a.m.-
The public can view this collection a high-energy show that gets kids 1 p.m. At Clifton Presbyterian
of favorite seasonal paintings in and families singing and dancing Church, 12748 Richards Lane,
the library’s large meeting room in Spanish and English. Visit www. Clifton. Fun and games, bake sale,
from now through Thursday, April restoncommunitycenter.com. craft sale, and ice cream. Main
28, 2022 during regular library Street Pub - The Corned Beef and
hours. Contact Coty Dickson at SATURDAY/APRIL 9 Cabbage Dinner is outstanding!
cotyndickson@gmail.com for addi- Spring Bazaar and Craft Show. 10 a.m. Corned Beef brisket layered atop
tional information. to 4 p.m. At Vienna Volunteer Fire a wedge of cabbage and finished
Department, 400 Center Street, with sides of red skinned potatoes
NOW THRU APRIL 16 South Vienna. The Auxiliary to the and carrots (available only in the
Photos with the Easter Bunny. At Vienna Volunteer Fire Department month of March).
Tysons Corner Center, McLean, will hold their popular Spring
Fashion Court, Level 1 near Bazaar and Craft Show. Offered SUNDAY/APRIL 10
Nordstrom. Tysons Corner Center for sale will be crafts, holiday Spring Community Parking Lot Sale.
welcomes the Easter Bunny back decorations, items for your home, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. At MCC Parking
on March 18th. Visit the Bunny clothing and gifts for that special Lot, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean.
for an unforgettable family photo someone. A delicious lunch menu Featuring up to 50 adult and youth
experience. The option to pre-book is planned, as well as a bountiful sellers, shoppers can find bargains
your appointment is available homemade baked goods table. galore at one of the area’s biggest
and recommended to reduce wait Looking for a unique find? Come community sales of the spring sea-
time. Visitors can choose from a shop at Vera’s Attic table. Fire De- son. The sale offers a wide variety
selection of photo packages as partment T shirts will be available of gently used household goods,
well as choose between a socially for purchase. For information, or electronics, furniture, clothes,
distanced experience or sitting to reserve a space and request an appliances and other items. The
with the Bunny, if permitted per application, call Carol at 703-309- Kids’ Row is a special area of the
local mandate. The Bunny will be 3468 or email Dancers1023@aol. sale where children ages three
available Monday - Saturday from com, or Lisa at 703-981-4504 or to 15 can use their math and
11 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sunday from email lisaemerson3@verizon.net. entrepreneurial skills while selling
12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Admission is free. toys, clothes, games and other
items. Got stuff? A limited number
NOW THRU APRIL 30 APRIL 9-10 of selling spaces are available.
The Friends of Frying Pan Farm Park Native Plant Sale. The Friends of Riv- Residents selling household items
invite the public to participate erbend Park’s Native Plant Sale this are welcome as are commercial
in its 2022 photo contest. Help year will be held to coincide with vendors or flea market dealers. To
celebrate all that is special about Riverbend Park’s Bluebell Festival. sell at the sale, register online at
the farm with the second “Focus To order native plants online, www.mcleancenter.org, in person
on the Farm” fundraiser. Open The opera ”Zavala-Zavala” will be presented Friday, April 8, 2022 at go to the FORB website at www. or by phone by contacting the MCC
forb.wildapricot.org and click on Registrar at 703-744-9365, TTY:
to photographers of all ages and The Alden Theatre in McLean. the “2022 Native Plant Sale” tab. 711.
abilities, capture the beauty and
farm life at Frying Pan Farm Park. Twenty-eight different species of
The categories include nature, native plants are available for pur- MAY 21-22
landscape and scenery, and farm ny, 269 Sunset Park Drive, Hern- chase at $11 per quart-sized plant Girls on the Run Spring Registration.
opportunities the Park Authority and $13 per gallon-sized plant. All
animals. Photos must be taken, and don. This powerful play delves into has to offer. During this outdoor GOTR NOVA will be offering an
entries submitted between March 1 an important moment in American plants ordered and paid for online in-person, 10-week curriculum
program, families will be provided must be picked up at the River-
and April 30, 2022. You can enter history, which has continued to with a basic fishing lesson and a for the Spring 2022 season. Two
up to 10 photos. The fee is $7 per shake the conscience of the nation bend Park Educational Pavilion in-person 5Ks presented by Cigna
guided fishing opportunity, with on Potomac Hills Street on April
entry for adults, and $5 per entry for almost two centuries. Through all equipment provided. This free will be held on May 21st and 22nd
for children up to age 16. The fees powerful performances, audiences 9th or 10th between 10 a.m. and in Sterling and Ballston, respective-
event is for youth with autism, 4 p.m. Additional Bluebells will
will directly support the park and are invited to take part in a deep ages 6 to 21, and their families. All ly. Teams will continue to be school
care and feeding of the animals exploration of human morality also be available for sale by cash, and community-based to further
fishing participants ages 16 and check or credit card at the Visitor
at the farm. Go to the Friends of and the grim reality of the past. older must have a valid Virginia our outreach efforts in being acces-
Frying Pan Farm Park website for Visit the website: https://www. Center during the Bluebell Festival. sible to every girl across Northern
fishing license. If there are any questions, contact
detailed instructions and submis- nextstoptheatre.org/nat-turn- Virginia. Currently, 105 teams
sion information; or email the er-in-jerusalem Hugh Morrow at hughmorrowiii@ throughout Alexandria, Arlington,
WEDNESDAY/APRIL 6 gmail.com. Fairfax, Falls Church, Loudoun,
Friends of Frying Pan Farm Park at Class: The Carla Perlo Story. 8 p.m. Manassas, Manassas Park, and
friends@fryingpanpark.org. Frying SATURDAY/APRIL 2 At Reston Community Theater’s SUNDAY/APRIL 10 Prince William are open for Spring
Pan Park is located at 2709 West Mr. Vaudeville and Friends Present CenterStage. Experience a docu- Mah Jongg. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. At Tem- 2022 registration through March
Ox Road, Herndon. Call 703-437- Mystery. 3 p.m. At Reston Commu- mentary film, interspersed with live ple Rodef Shalom, 2100 Westmo- 1, 2022. For more information
9101. nity Theater’s CenterStage. Bring performance, about dancer and reland Street, Falls Church. Mah about spring registration and sites
the family and join an audience of choreo grapher Carla Perlo and her
WEDNESDAY/MARCH 30 unlikely sleuths for an afternoon Jongg Fun Day with brunch and for Girls on the Run of NOVA, visit
influence on her students, the field raffle (cash or checks). Questions? www.gotrnova.org.
Michael Oppenheimer Speaks. 7:30 of high crimes and high jinks. Visit of dance, the communities in which
p.m. Via Zoom. Topic is: Cli- www.restoncommunitycenter.com. she worked and her advocacy for
mate Change: What You Need to property ownership by artists over
Know. Sponsored by the Northern SATURDAY/APRIL 2 the course of 48 years. Visit www. Bulletin Board
Virginia Hebrew Congregation. Sip, Stroll & Adult Easter Egg Roll. 8 restoncommunitycenter.com.
Visit the website: https://nvhc. – 10 p.m. At Tysons Corner Center, Submit civic/community announcements at ConnectionNewspapers.
shulcloud.com/form/speaker-se- McLean. Check-in at Barrel + com/Calendar. Photos and artwork welcome. Deadline is Thursday at
FRIDAY/APRIL 8
ries-3/30/2022.html Bushel on The Plaza, egg roll will Two Operas. 7:30 p.m. At The Alden, noon, at least two weeks before the event.
be held inside the mall This event McLean Community Center, Mc-
MARCH 30-APRIL 3 allows the adults to get in on the Lean. “Zavala-Zavala” by Composer WALKING/RUNNING DULLES AIRPORT
Used Book Sale. At Reston Regional Easter fun with an Adults-Only Brian Arreola and Librettist Anna PROGRAM BEGINS TRANSITION TO
Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Egg Hunt. This free event will Deeny Morales, tells a story of Calling women – need a fun ELECTRIC BUSES
Drive, Reston. Sale of gently used include cocktails, brunch snacks, family separation and survival at program to start / restart your The Metropolitan Washington
books for children, young adults, live music, a visit from the Easter the U.S.-Mexican border—inspired walking / running program? Airports Authority announced
and educators. Shop over 10,000 Bunny, and over $5,000 in prizes by true events. The second opera, Check out the Women’s Train- last week the purchase of five
items. Hours are: Thursday, March from Tysons Corner Center retail- “Our Queer Mother, Gabriela,” is an ing Program with Reston Run- fully electric-powered buses
30 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, April ers. Pre-registration is required. IN Series commission that sets the ners https://restonrunners. from Proterra Operating Com-
1 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, Participants must be at least 21 poems of Gabriela Mistral in her redpodium.com/2022-wom- pany Inc. for use in its fleet of
April 2 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, years of age. original Spanish, as well as in the ens-training-program. It is an parking shuttles at Washington
April 3 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact luminescent English translations by 8-week program meeting each Dulles International Airport.
the Friends of the Reston Regional SATURDAY/APRIL 2 Langston Hughes. Tickets are $25, Monday evening at 6:30 p.m. This purchase, which is being
Library at 703-829-5467. Anglers with Autism. Noon to 3 p.m. $15 for McLean Community Center at South Lakes High School funded by a grant from the
At Lake Fairfax Park, 1400 Lake (MCC) district residents. The the- to complete a 3 mile course Virginia Department of Envi-
APRIL 1-17 Fairfax Drive, Reston. Anglers ater is located inside MCC at 1234 by walking, walk/ run or run- ronmental Quality, is a major
”Nat Turner in Jerusalem.” Friday and with Autism is for families to learn Ingleside Ave., McLean. Visit: www. ning. All coached by a great
Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 how to fish together and identi- aldentheatre.org or call 703-790- group of women. See Bulletin, Page 9
p.m. At NextStop Theatre Compa- fy a variety of accessible fishing 0123, TTY: 711.
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from the Virginia congressional glected, or who are at risk of abuse
From Page 8 delegation about the application 2022-23 school year. If your child Parent Support Partners, a service and neglect. Contact Ibrahim Khalil
procedures for congressional nom- will reach his or her 5th birthday of the Healthy Minds Fairfax at Ibrahim.khalil@fairfaxcounty.
step toward the Airports Authori- inations to the academies as well on or before September 30, 2022, initiative, are all parents who have gov or 703-324-4547.
ty’s goal of a more sustainable fleet as speakers from the Department he or she is eligible to attend received training and are qualified RSVP, a volunteer network for seniors
of low- or zero-emission ground of Defense Medical Examination kindergarten in the Fairfax County to offer education, support and seeking service opportunities
transportation vehicles. Review Board, the University Public School that serves your assistance at no cost to families or in and around Fairfax County,
The purchase includes ZX5+ buses, as of Virginia ROTC programs, the address. Follow the following steps caregivers. They provide reliable Arlington County and the City of
well as three Proterra 150-kilowatt Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, the to register your child: information that families can use Alexandria, offers a wide array of
charging stations. Each Proterra Virginia Military Institute, and 1. Find your neighborhood school in decision-making and are familiar opportunities for volunteers 55
ZX5+ transit bus features: the Virginia Women’s Institute by entering your address at with services and resources that and older. RSVP volunteers enjoy
A 450 kilowatt-hour battery that will for Leadership at Mary Baldwin http://boundary.fcps.edu/boundary/ can help families in distress. Visit flexible schedules, free accident
deliver between 154 and 216 miles University. There will also be time 2. Complete a packet of registration www.fairfaxcounty.gov/healthy- and liability insurance while
of service per charge, enabling to speak in more detail with many forms on the Union Mill Elemen- mindsfairfax or www.nami-north- serving, optional mileage and meal
drivers to complete their full shift of these representatives at their tary ernvirginia.org/parent-peer-sup- reimbursement and are invited
on a single charge. virtual resource tables. School website or by calling Union port.html. to volunteer group projects and
Three 150-kW high-capacity chargers, Information on the nomination pro- Mill’s registrar at 703 322 8500. social gatherings. To sign up for an
capable of recharging of each bus cess for the service academies is 3. Gather your supporting docu- ONGOING upcoming orientation, email Carly
in under four hours. available on the Senator’s website ments—proof of residence in the STEM Professionals Needed. Volun- Hubicki at chubicki@volunteerfair-
The Airports Authority’s 29-seat layout at www.warner.senate.gov. You Union Mill teers are needed to assist K-12 fax.org or call RSVP at 703-403-
configuration, which is customized may email academy_noms@war- boundary, a certified copy of your STEM teachers in northern Virginia 5360. To learn more about RSVP,
for airport service, with a spacious ner.senate.gov with any questions. child’s birth certificate, as part of the American Association visit www.rsvpnova.org.
luggage rack for passenger conve- parent/guardian photo ID, and any for the Advancement of Science’s Sunrise at Reston Town Center offers a
nience. custody orders. Certificate of STEM Volunteer Program, stem- monthly Caregiver Support Group
Designated seats designed to fold KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION physical exam and immunization will volunteers.org, during the 2019-20 on the fourth Wednesday of the
upright to enable use of two wheel- AT COLIN POWELL be required before the student may school year.Contact Don Rea at month, 6:30-8 p.m. Monthly sup-
chair positions featuring four-point Now Thru May 31, 2022. 8 a.m. to 4 start school. 571-551-2488 or donaldrea@aol. port group offers a safe place for
restraints, in compliance with the p.m. At Colin Powell Elementary 4. Save the date for our virtual Kin- com. family caregivers, to meet and de-
Americans with Disabilities Act. School, 13340 Leland Road, Cen- dergarten Orientation on Tuesday Assistance League of Northern Virginia velop a mutual support system and
treville. Colin Powell Elementary evening, March 1st. We will also have is an all-volunteer non-profit or- to exchange practical information
School in Centreville has begun an open house, by invitation
SATURDAY/APRIL 23 ganization that feeds, clothes and and possible solutions. Learn about
kindergarten registration for the only, on March 3rd. Reach out to the
Sen. Mark Warner will host his annual provides reading assistance and resources available in the commu-
2022 -2023 school year. Children school for more information
Academy Day on Saturday, April books to children in need. Assis- nity and how to manage caregiver
must be 5 years of age by Septem- on both. Parents who choose to delay
23, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. tance League’s programs touch the related stress. Call 703-956- 8930
ber 30, 2022, to qualify for enroll- enrollment in kindergarten by one
This is a virtual event that will be lives of hundreds of children in or email Reston.ED@sunrisesenior-
ment. Parents may call or email the year are required to notify the
hosted on Accelevents. Fairfax and Prince William Coun- living.com to RSVP.
registrar at 571-522-6008 / school in writing of their intent.
The event will offer students, their ties and the City of Alexandria. Exercise for Parkinson’s. Every
Rljohnson2@fcps.edu for more
parents or guardians, and school There are many volunteer oppor- Monday, 1:15-2:15 p.m. Reston
information and to schedule an
counselors a comprehensive over- SEEKING SOFTBALL PLAYERS tunities for community members Sport&Health, 11445 Isaac Newton
appointment.
view of the United States service The Golden Girls of Northern Virginia, to contribute to helping those in Square, Reston. This program
Forms and other information are avail-
academies and their admission a senior women’s softball league, need. To learn more, email info@ brings together people impacted by
able online at:
processes. is looking for players. Any woman alnv.org, or visit www.alnv.org. Parkinson’s Disease to participate
https://www.fcps.edu/registration/
Attendees will have the opportunity to over the age of 40 is encouraged to Volunteer Adult Mentors Needed. Help in various physical exercises aimed
kindergarten-registration.
join breakout sessions with repre- join. All skill levels are welcome. assist the Department of Family at improving posture, balance and
sentatives from the United States They play on Wednesday evenings Services’ BeFriendA-Child mentor- circulation and increasing strength,
service academies for presentations KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION and Saturday mornings in Vienna. ing program. The mentors provide muscle control and mobility. Free.
and an interactive question and AT UNION MILL For more information, visit the opportunities for companionship, parkinsonfoundation.org. Call
answer period. On the main stage, Union Mill Elementary is currently website www.goldengirls.org or guidance and support to children Natalie McCall nmccall@onelifefit-
you will hear from representatives registering new students for the call Marilyn at 571-261-9163. who have been abused and ne- ness.com 703-904-7600 for more.
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Katherine “Katy” Davis, 84, of Roanoke passed away Sunday, March 20, 2022. She was mary care physician concerning the need
preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Delores Lough, and a brother, James “Dude” Call 703-549-0004 for my having an “advanced directive?” For
Lough. for advertising information those of you who don’t know what an ‘ad-
Mrs. Davis was a 1959 graduate of Fairmont State College. She retired after 30 years of service
vanced directive’ is, the short answer is: it’s
with the Fairfax County, Virginia school system. Katy taught at Hunters Woids Elementary, and
then focused on science and math classes at Langston Hughes Intermediate School and South a set of instructions you want a significant
Lakes High School. ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL person/people to have in hand when push
Surviving is her husband of 65 years, Jack L. Davis; sons, John R. Davis (Irene), Thomas L. Davis comes to shove; and as a formerly (perhaps
(Mish) grandchildren, Noele, Natalie, and Meredith Aabye; and a great grandson, Gabriel Diaz. still) “terminal” cancer patient, I could get
In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorials be made to REMS (Roanoke Emergency shoved at any time. The question remains:
Medical Services) P O Box 1830 Roanoke, VA 24008. When I no longer can speak for myself,
A gathering of family and friends was held from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Friday, March 25, 2022 literally, do I want a document in place
at the Electric Road Chapel of Simpson Funeral Home 3912 Electric Road Roanoke, VA 24018
which speaks for me? If I don’t have such a
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might be anything but.
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Joyce A. Southers LANDSCAPING LANDSCAPING tive expression of your intent called a
Joyce Ann Southers, 90, of Luray, Virginia, died Saturday, March “D.N.R.,” “do not resuscitate.” An order
12, 2022 in Commonwealth Senior Living, Berryville, Virginia. to whomever: doctors, lawyers, family,
Mrs. Southers was born June 18, 1931 in Altoona, Pennsylvania, friends, emergency medical personnel
daughter of the late Ralph Stewart Long, Sr. and Naomi Allegra who might be summoned to your house/
Emes Long.
place of business, et cetera. It means no
She was a homemaker and a Christian woman that was involved
in the church and bible study all her life. life-saving measures shall be performed on
the patient. Let the patient succumb to his
Her husband Herbert J. Southers preceded her in death on August
26, 2010.
Expert Tree Work or her condition/affliction. An “advanced
Surviving are their children, Herbert J. Southers II (Sherry), Peggy directive” ratches up this wish to an entire-
Southers Brun, and Janie Foster (Jim); grandchildren, Emily Brun, Sara Southers-Brun, ly new level. It clarifies for all interested
and Megan Foster; a great-grandson, Milo Flores; two sisters, Terrill Elaine Sessions, parties exactly what the patient wants to
Peggy Louise Grella; and a brother, Ralph S. Long Jr. She was greatly loved by all.
happen to him when he’s incapable of
A memorial service will be held 2:00 P. M. Sunday, May 15, 2022 at Enders & Shirley making his wishes known. No guessing.
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leaves per se, still; as prudent as having
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Saratoga Springs - Amy Ann Wehkoja Shimkus was a one, especially this one, pause. Not that
caring mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She my doctor knows anything particularly
passed away on March 23, 2022 at the age of 77 after a time-sensitive/time-relevant about my con-
courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. dition, but he does know an awful lot more
than I do about all things medical. And he
She was born to Bernhardt and Lillian Wehkoja on April also knows how it all fits together in ways
20, 1944 in Worcester, MA. Amy was raised in Worcester. that I certainly don’t. What I know could fit
After high school, she attended Memorial Hospital School on the diaphragm of a stethoscope. More-
of Nursing, graduating in 1964. She began her long career over, he understands context and timing
of our papers
as a nurse first at Holden Hospital then Memorial Hos- and the evolution of my health issues as
pital. In 2002 she moved to Virginia and worked at INOVA Fairfax Hospital they progress. I have no doubt that he’ll
and then Virginia Heart in Fairfax, VA. She practiced nursing for 48 years know when I’m heading south before I do.
before retiring. She loved spending time with family, traveling, going to con- As I consider this underlying reality,
certs, watching her grandchildren perform in plays, musicals, band concerts, what indication might I receive – from
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chorus concerts, baseball games, basketball games, football games - any- him, that my cancer has taken a turn for
thing involving her grandchildren brought her so much joy. She also loved to the worse? Oh, I don’t know. What about
spend time with her sisters watching movies, traveling and eating out. She multiple emails encouraging me to gather
enjoyed time with friends and loved playing Rummikub. She also adored her and complete documents that will assist
grand dog RBI aka “Ribby.” He would take her for walks every day and sit in Team Lourie when my final bell has wrong.
her lap all day long. She took care of him, and he took care of her. “For whom the bell tolls?” It tolls for thee,
as in me. If it looks like a duck and quacks
Amy leaves behind three children, Todd Shimkus and wife Lisa, Tracy Cheif- like a duck, it must be a duck. If I’m being
etz and husband Craig, Trisha Sperry and husband Rich Englund; two sis- advised – by my doctor no less, to get my
ters, Betty Carlson and Joan LaForce; seven grandchildren, Katie Shimkus, things in order, which is pretty much what
Ben Shimkus, Jared Cheifetz, Joel Cheifetz, Jason Cheifetz, Tyler Sperry and an “advanced directive” is, then perhaps I
Amanda Englund, and several nieces. She was predeceased by her parents, shouldn’t duck my responsibilities and go
husband Herb Shimkus, brother Bruce Wehkoja, sister Debbie O’Malley and ahead and advance my directives?
niece Jessica LaForce. On the contrary, if this email about a di-
rective was not directed at me specifically,
A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. but rather a courtesy advisory to an entire
patient population of a certain age, then I
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Wesley Foundation or The can live with that. My question is though:
Walk to End Alzheimer’s for Team “Amy’s Army” in Reston, VA on October for how long?
23, 2022. Additionally, Amy’s children will be collecting stuffed animals to
donate to residents at the Wesley Community.
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Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com. The Potomac Almanac & The Connection Newspapers.
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