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By Vanessa Mallory Kotz Photo credit: Courtesy of Landscape Structures, Inc.
Opening celebrations take place on Saturday, November 5, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. One special feature of the Greenbriar Local Park is the Cap’n Crabby
for North Potomac’s newest park, Greenbriar Local Park. For details about fishing boat playground where kids from ages two to five will have a great
the grand opening, including parking and shuttle information, you can visit
MontgomeryParks.org/festivals or the Montgomery Parks Facebook page. time playing on the boat and Chesapeake Bay fish bouncers.
At a time in Montgomery County when construction is booming, buildings are
getting taller, and green space is becoming scarcer, Greenbriar Local Park presents
a welcome respite. The twenty-five-acre parcel of land on Glen Road in the Travilah
area of North Potomac, offers a blend of natural and recreational opportunities.
“The Travilah area was identified in the 1998 Park Recreation and Open Space
Plan as having some of the highest unmet recreational needs in Montgomery Coun-
ty,” said Linda Komes, Montgomery Parks Project Manager for Greenbriar Local
Park, “but local residents also wanted to keep the rural feel of the neighborhood, so
in addition to a great new soccer field, volleyball and basketball courts, playgrounds
and picnic areas, over 16.5 acres of the twenty-five-acre park are undisturbed,
including over fifteen acres of forest.”
Hord Coplan Macht, a Baltimore-based architecture firm, was the lead design
consultant for the project, working in close collaboration with Montgomery Parks
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Meet Mayor Jud Ashman Longer Summers for Students
By Susan Petro By Nadia Lee, Montgomery County Schools student reporter
Jud Ashman, the mayor of the City of Gaithersburg, had no inkling back in 2001 On August 31, 2016, Governor Hogan signed an executive order stating that all
that he was interested in local government affairs. A native of Miami, Ashman Maryland public schools must start after Labor Day and end by June fifteenth. While
relocated to the Gaithersburg area in 1997—first to Washington, D.C. and then to the order has been a success with other government officials, the Montgomery
Gaithersburg because of the schools. County School Board reacted with
When a potential development came up before Gaithersburg’s City Council, and strong opposition.
his children’s schools were already overcrowded, Ashman said, “I was that person Michael Durso, the Montgomery
who objected.” He organized and created County School Board president, stresses
a neighborhood and PTA group that that the governor has “not really looked
went before the council and made the at the details.” He claims that it would
case, successfully, that they were not be very difficult to fit the 180 required
prepared to accept the development, teaching days in that time frame. In the
that the neighborhood didn’t have the event of a snowy winter, he predicts
infrastructure to support it. that the school board may even have to
Photo credit: Susan Petro “As I was going to these meetings, shorten spring break and hold classes on Photo credit: Submitted
I realized that I was interested in more professional days.
than just my agenda item,” said Ashman. Governor Hogan, however, feels that his
“I caught the bug.” action is a “common-sense measure.” He
Ashman’s interest in civic affairs also notes that a taskforce of teachers, ad-
continued, and he stayed involved in ministrators, school board members, PTA
local politics. In 2005, Ashman ran for members, and members of the legislature Michael Durso, Montgomery
County School Board president
Mayor Jud Ashman served for seven City Council and lost by just forty-four wCONTINUED ON PAGE 17…
years on the Gaithersburg City Council votes. In 2007, he ran again and won. In
before being appointed mayor in 2014 2014, when the previous mayor, Sidney October 26 Forum on Small Cell Antennas
Katz, was elected to the County Council,
and being reelected last year. The Montgomery County Council sponsored a public forum at Ridgeview Middle
School on October 26 to discuss a proposal for the installation of small cell
Ashman was appointed by his City antennas and poles. Due to publication deadlines, the North Potomac Times was
unable to provide a detailed report on the meeting in this edition of the news-
Council colleagues to fill the mayor’s position. Last year, Ashman was reelected. paper, but, please see some related notes on this topic in the North Potomac
Citizens Association column on page 3 of this issue of the paper, and please look
Although the development that Ashman initially objected to was eventually
forward to stories on the topic in future issues of our newspaper.w
approved, by then, ground for a new middle school, Lakelands Park, had been broken.
Contents…
“We knew we could meet the capacity at the most challenging level,” said Ashman
who was fine with the development then.
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Blo Offers Glamour
in Gaithersburg
By Vanessa Mallory Kotz
If you’re attending a wedding, an anniversary, or a charity gala—or giving an Community Updates
important presentation at work and want a confidence boost—stop by Blo Blow Dry
Bar in Gaithersburg. Get professional, princess, or sexy hair in a mere forty-five New cell tower controversy. A proposed Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA)
minutes with a blowout that lasts from two to six days. 16-05 has been presented to the Montgomery County Council’s Planning, Hous-
ing and Economic Development (PHED) Committee on September 12 to exempt
Franchise owner Laurie Tucker opened the salon over two years ago, offering the installation of new telecommunication antenna poles thirty feet or lower from
blowouts, deep conditioning, makeup application, manicures and pedicures, and public hearings. Under current zoning law, all new telephone towers must un-
waxing, as well as a ten-dollar head massage known as “ten minutes in heaven.” dergo a public hearing. Objections to the proposed amendment have been raised
Tucker is a CPA who worked in a public accounting firm for seventeen years before by residents who might like to appeal the location of a new pole for aesthetic or
deciding to ditch the corporate life and follow her passion. “I love beauty. I love health reasons (fearing excessive wireless radiation close to their homes). Ap-
hair, anything fashion-oriented,” she said, so when she was looking for the right plications have already been filed for 95 of 120 new antenna poles, 80 of which
opportunity to establish her own business, Blo was the perfect fit. would require public hearings before approval under current zoning law, while
40 can be installed on existing poles without hearings. Around 70 of these ini-
Photo credit: Phil FabrizioLaurie, inside her salon, with a sign displaying the services available to patrons. tial applications are in North Potomac alone. Another 700 cell tower applications
Photo credit: Submitted are being filed for the North Potomac, Gaithersburg, and Germantown neighbor-
Blo’s Hair Menu presents several options, including the Red Carpet, a classic hoods. NPCA participated in a public meeting with some of the PHED committee
members on October 26 to learn more and to voice our concerns.
blowout that’s smooth with lots of volume—the perfect style when you’re the star
The North Potomac Recreation Center officially opened on October 22.
of the night. Perhaps you want something a little more casual. The Pillow Talk turns The North Potomac community finally has its own place to meet and engage
in various activities. Located on Travilah Road near Big Pines Park, the
your tresses into sultry, beachy waves, giving you bedhead with polish—or try big 33,000-square-foot community center includes a gymnasium, exercise room,
social hall, kitchen, lounge, conference room, game room, and arts room. The
bouncy curls, stick-straight serious hair, center will be a resource for all ages, and the rental space will be helpful for
groups that host their own events. Outside, the center has an athletic field made
a fishtail braid, or perfect up do. Tucker’s of artificial turf, two multi-purpose courts, a children’s playground, and plenty of
parking space.
stylists are familiar with all types of hair
A new Ride On bus service (Route 301) services the new Rec Center daily
and can expertly wrangle the wildest of from dawn to dusk. It connects Tobytown and the Rockville Metro and MARC
stations via Travilah Road, the Shady Grove Hospital, Wootton Parkway, and
curls into glorious submission and give Falls Road. This bus also services the Rockville Library, Thomas Wootton
High School, Robert Frost Middle School, Travilah Elementary School, and
bouncy body to flat, limp locks. Potomac Oak Shopping Center at Travilah and Glen Roads, with limited
service to the Glenstone Museum. The precise schedule and route can be found at
“I was thrilled when I found a blowout www.rideonbus.com.
bar so close to my new home,” said Liz The new Greenbriar Local Park, which will have its grand opening on
November 5, is located on Glen Road near the Potomac Oak Shopping Center
S. of Rockville. “With naturally curly near Travilah Road and is also accessible by the new Ride On bus route, as well
as by car. This park offers twenty-five acres of natural open space for the en-
hair, it is wonderful to have a blow bar joyment of residents and neighbors, including a regulation soccer/football field,
a basketball/multi-use court, a grass volleyball court, and two playgrounds for
that opens at seven a.m. before work.” school-aged and younger children.
So what kind of pampering can you The Corridor Cities Transitway (CCT) has been deferred. The NPCA Board
is pleased to learn that funding has been deferred until FY 2023 for the contin-
expect from Blo? As soon as you enter ued design, right-of-way acquisition, and construction of CCT by the Maryland
Department of Transportation, as posted in its draft FY17-FY22 Consolidated
the shop, you are transported into a girly Transportation Program (CTP) 2017 State Report on Transportation (see www.
ctp.maryland.gov). NPCA and county residents have raised many concerns about
wonderland. The design is sleek and the CCT, including its cost-effectiveness, so we are glad the county has deferred
this funding, but we will stay on top of any changes that might occur in the fu-
clean, furnished in white and stainless ture. In an October 11 Bethesda Beat article of Bethesda Magazine, Montgomery
County state lawmakers were cited as “pushing back against a funding delay that
steel, and warmed with pops of pink. has stalled design” of the CCT.
Once you check in with the reception- PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING NPCA
ist (appointments are highly recom- The Annual NPCA Membership Drive will begin in November. Since 1988,
NPCA has been proudly serving as the eyes, ears, and voice of the North Potomac
mended), staff will offer you a choice of constituency. Thanks to the support of our neighbors, we have endeavored to keep
everyone informed of the latest issues affecting our community. Our all-volunteer
water, tea, coffee, or wine. You’ll meet board members organize regular town hall meetings at local schools—featuring
speakers representing diverse local issues such as politics, schools, government
with your stylist for a quick chat about services, recreation, and road projects.
the look you want, and then head over to Laurie shows off her Pillow Talk Susan Fitzpatrick, President • North Potomac Citizens Association
the shampoo bowl for the perfect wash, blowout hair style, one of several styles P.O. Box 4216 • North Potomac, MD 20885-4216
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Then it’s back to the stylist’s chair where the magic happens. Tucker plans every
detail of the customer experience, right down to the playlist of music piped into the
salon. She’s compiled a lineup of feel-good pop music from the nineties through
today in an effort to boost her customers’ mood and appeal to all ages.
“We have a lot of regulars,” Tucker said. “Several come in early on Monday
morning to start the work week off feeling good.” Some customers come as often as
twice per week, while others save their pampering for Saturday to look on fleek dur-
ing a night on the town. Standard blowouts are $40, which is less than other options
in the area, and on Mondays and Tuesdays from nine to five, get the Workday Blos
and save $10. wCONTINUED ON PAGE 6…
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PUBLISHER’S POST Photo credit: Phil Fabrizio OCuotv&erinAg Cboomutmunity Stories…
North Potomac Times
Welcome to our November issue! By the time you read this, Election Day will publisher Rod Mayer meets
be about a week away, so make plans to vote—if you haven’t already voted—via with Blo Blow Dry Bar owner
one of the early voting methods. We do not have any real political stories in this Laurie Tucker at her shop in
issue, but a couple of our stories do spotlight politicians from the City of Gaith- Downtown Crown. Laurie’s
ersburg. North Potomac, of course, is not part of the municipality of Gaithersburg, salon is the first of several
but the North Potomac Times is distributed in parts of Gaithersburg, and some of businesses located in
our stories over the past several issues dealt with topics of interest to residents of Downtown Crown that will
both Gaithersburg and North Potomac: the annexation of the so-called Johnson be featured in the pages
property and the installation of new cell towers in the area. Thus, we decided to of our newspaper over the
introduce our readers to the mayor of Gaithersburg, who is featured in one of our next several months—so
front page stories. Henry Marraffa is the other Gaithersburg politician featured check out all the details
in this issue of the paper. Henry, a long-time member of the Gaithersburg City on Blo Blow Dry Bar in our
Council, recently passed away, and you will find a story on him in the People section story on page 3, and plan
of the paper. to visit Laurie at her salon.
The other thing you might notice about this issue of the North Potomac Times History Photo Contest
is the addition of a couple of new advice and information columns. Over the past Winner Selected!
several issues—and continuing in this issue of the paper—we have been running
a real estate column that provides insight on home buying and selling. This month Nearly 20 readers responded with the correct answers to
we are introducing a new column that will be providing investment advice. Another last month’s History Photo Contest. Most responded by email,
column that is new this month is one authored by the North Potomac Citizens Asso-
ciation (NPCA). North Potomac is not a municipality like the City of Gaithersburg, but we did have one entry that was sent in via snail mail!
and North Potomac residents do not have a mayor and city council to whom they Here’s the photo that served as the basis for last month’s history photo contest.
can address citizen concerns. NPCA was formed many years ago to compensate,
in some ways, for that lack of a municipal government and to serve as a voice for The correct answers for the
North Potomac residents. Please check out the NPCA column on a regular basis to contest are:
keep informed of various issues in the community that may impact your life here in The crossroads shown near
North Potomac. the top center of the historic
aerial photo are: Darnestown
–Rod Mayer Road (Route 28) and Quince
Orchard Road (Route 124).
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InAved$vtimceent OPEN Real Estate Open House
HOUSE
Sustainable Investing: Putting
Your Money Where Your Morals Are The Real Estate Cycle and You
By Len Cohen By Caron Kinsey
It’s election season, and we all know how participating in the political process This month, I would like to discuss two real estate topics that concern everyone:
can put your ideals into action, but did you know that where you invest your mon- The real estate cycle and what that means to the housing market in our area. Real
ey can have a big effect, too? Sustainable investing is a tool that many individuals estate in the D.C. region can be analyzed in fifteen-year cycles—each historically
and organizations use to help cause positive change around the world. with a bell curve: years zero through one, on the left side base, and year fifteen on
the right side base, with years six through nine at the top in the middle.
What is sustainable investing?
As you can see from the chart above, we are in the peak years, eight and nine
Sustainable investing is also known as ESG, or environmental, social, and (2016), and on the downward trend towards the end of the cycle. If you are
governance investing. It’s an investment strategy that focuses on achieving social thinking about selling your house for top dollar, now is the time to act.
and environmental goals, a kind of activism through investing.
You may ask yourself, “How does that matter to me and my North Potomac
Traditional socially responsible investing started in the 1750s with John Wesley, neighborhood? Sales here have remained consistent and above average compared
head of the Methodist movement in the U.S. He preached about avoiding alcohol, to the rest of the country.” I would agree that North Potomac as a whole is gener-
tobacco, and firearms, and, for two hundred years, sustainable investment meant ally stagnant in the matrices of listings sold, days on market, and sales prices, but
avoiding investing in those things. Now, sustainable investing goals include more even in this area where school districts dictate more demand, there can be, and
widespread social and environmental aims. have been, declines. For example, taking the same graph as above, I have plugged
in the measures for the corresponding years as determined by the Maryland
How does it work? Association of Realtors.
There are three ways to go about sustainable investing, only one of which we As you can see, the end of 2007 into all of 2008 began the new fifteen-year
really focus on. The first, which we call impact investing 1.0, involves screening cycle with years zero through one. Sales rebounded nicely with home sellers cash-
things out of your portfolio. This means not investing in things that you think are ing out with an average of a seventeen percent gain from 2008 to 2013. As the
wrong or harmful, like tobacco companies or pornography; however, the problem cycle wanes, 2016 will show relatively the same for number of units sold and the
with this is that it doesn’t actually change anything. It makes you feel better, but the average days on market. Historically, the next seven years would show slower
stock still exists, someone’s still investing in it, and the stock doesn’t care who owns it. growth and lower sales prices.
Impact investing 2.0 involves investing in startups and socially responsible There are many financial reasons to consider selling your home now. Election
businesses; however, this option isn’t generally available to ordinary people years bring investor fears and cause hesitation or indecisiveness in the lending mar-
unless they’re venture capitalists or can put a very large amount of money into kets, making it difficult for home buyers to secure financing. Globally speaking,
funding a new business. combining mortgage woes with a crashing Chinese economy, sinking commodity
prices, and other factors have made the 2016 economic outlook seem somewhat
The third option, the one on which we focus, is shareholder engagement. When dismal (just ask the candidates running for president), but the real estate industry
you own stock, you get to vote on policy for the company. If you get a shareholder seems to be bucking those negative trends and contiues growing after years of posi-
percent of two percent or more, you can propose a resolution to the board of the tive performance. According to the 2016 Emerging Trends in Real Estate, which
company in which you own stock. This means that socially-responsible investors can was just released by the Urban Land Institute, the outlook for the next year is good.
organize to propose socially-responsible investing actions and resolutions. They co-
operate to bring the power of their combined shareholding to bear on the resolution. What trends and forces are at play in uplifting analysis? Here’s a breakdown of
some of the key factors:
Impact investing 3.0 is most successful when we present a resolution and then
withdraw it because we’ve negotiated a solution with management before we have 1. Second-tier cities are taking off—such as Austin, Texas, Portland, Oregon,
to go public with it. This happens fairly often. In the last decade, there were 3,923 and Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. These eighteen-hour cities (as com-
resolutions presented to public companies and forty percent were successfully with- pared to high-profile twenty-four-hour cities such as New York and San Fran-
drawn (Proxy Preview 2015, www.proxypreview.org). This means that there were cisco), are expected to perform incredibly-well this year. These cities benefit
roughly 1,600 corporate actions brought about for socially-responsible changes. from lower costs of living and the increased ease of staying connected far from
main hubs. North Potomac, as a suburb of D.C., was isolated from some of the
Does sustainable investing really make a difference? woes these cities experienced during the real estate crash.
Social investing now involves approximately eighteen percent of the U.S. wCONTINUED ON PAGE 12.
equity market (Report on Sustainable and Responsible Investing Trends in the
United States 2014, www.ussif.org). That’s huge. There is a lot of wealth that’s
committed to socially-responsible investing, from churches, foundations, univer-
sities, endowments, unions, very large pension funds, and large private family
wealth. These players have really given energy to the social investing movement.
One example of successful sustainable investing is in the chocolate industry.
Labor along the supply chain for chocolate includes child labor and slave labor.
Shareholders went to one large chocolate company and said, “We want to present
a resolution that your company will clean up its supply chain and will only source
from ethical sources.” The company took a look at the resolution and said that
it was going to be difficult to implement, but they didn’t want to be seen as pro-
child labor, so they agreed to clean up their supply chain regarding child labor and
slave labor by 2020, and teach their suppliers sustainable farming methods, and
the resolution was withdrawn.
With whom do you work? Who can participate?
We work with ordinary people who want to invest ethically and responsibly. If
you have an investment account (including an IRA or a 401(k) to roll over), we
can put you together with opportunities to help make the world a better place,
with returns that we believe are at least as good as you would have seen without
sustainably investing.
Len Cohen moved to North Potomac in 1985 where his two daughters attended Jones Lane Elementary
School. Len is the founder and owner of CF Services Group, Inc., an independent financial services firm
on Shady Grove Road in Gaithersburg. Len can be contacted
at 301.963.8820 or at [email protected].
Len Cohen is a Registered Representative of Cambridge Investment
Research, Inc., a Broker/Dealer, member FINRA/SIPC, and an
Investment Advisor Representative of Cambridge Investment
Research Advisors, Inc. a Registered Investment Advisor.
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Teen Poetry Writing Group Boyds, MD
Regularly Scheduled Events Cancelled
General election setup. Do you have a way with words? Young Visit us at local farmers’ markets:
adults will have the opportunity to lis- Potomac Village Farmers’ Market on Thursdays
Thursdays through December 15 ten to poetry, share their favorite po-
ems, and create their own poetry with Pike Central Market on Saturdays
(not Thanksgiving) other poetry lovers. No registration is Pasture-Raised Goat Meat, Chicken, Eggs, Hand-Crafted Goat Milk Soaps
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November 5 Chinese Book Discussion (plus $3.00 postage and handling)
Let’s Create with Building Bricks!
This group discusses books written in Send check or money order for $17.99 Shown
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creativity as you compete in a build- Tuesday of the month; meeting second approx.
ing challenge. We supply the bricks so Wednesday due to general election: 6” tall.
please leave yours at home. Just bring 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
your creativity and begin building! Pre- Mother Goose Storytime P. O. Box 83552
school through elementary school-aged
children. No registration necessary. Storytime for babies and their adult Gaithersburg, MD 20883-3552
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Demystifying Medicare Time for Twos Storytime Read to a Dog Day. Thursdays: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Librarian’s Choice Book Discussion
Leta Blank, Program Coordinator, State Stories, songs, and movement for School-aged children, especially begin-
Health Insurance Assistance Program toddlers and caregivers. Ages: Babies ners learning to read and those who want Flash Boys by Michael Lewis will be
(SHIP), will explain how Medicare im- through kindergarten. Second Wednes- to improve their confidence in reading discussed. Copies will be available at
pacts you and what you need to know. days: 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. skills, are invited to practice reading the checkout desk the night of the meet-
7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. aloud in short, semi-private sessions ing. After the meeting day, copies may
Wednesday Wonders Storytime with certified therapy dogs. First come, be picked up at the information desk.
November 17 first served. No registration required. Normally fourth Thursdays; meeting
Penny Theater Join us for a wonderful time with Children must be accompanied by third Thursday due to Thanksgiving:
books, music, and activities for chil- an adult. Cancelled on Thanksgiving
Favorite folk and nursery tales per- dren ages 2 to 6 years old. Third and 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.w
formed by volunteers with our miniature fourth Wednesdays: 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
puppet theater. Children ages 3 to 6 and
parents also practice theater etiquette. Stay and Play
The plays this month will be “Sam Who
Never Forgets” and “Tale of a Turnip.” Open play program for children 0-6
Registration is required. 9:30 a.m., years old and their families. Wednes-
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 4:30 p.m. days: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Regular Library Activities
Children’s Book Club
Some activities require advance regis-
tration. For more information, please The Quince Orchard Children’s Book
call 240.777.0200 or stop by the Club is for children in grades 4 through
information desk. 6. There are two selections available
Spanish Conversation Club each month and the child may read ei-
ther one or both of the selections before
Practice and improve your Spanish. the meeting. First Wednesday of the
Mondays: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Event month: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
cancelled November 7, general elec-
tion setup. ESL Book Discussion
Children’s Poetry Club
Improve and expand your English-
Do you have a way with words? Chil- speaking and -reading skills. Learn
dren aged 6 to 12 will have the oppor- about American and other cultures.
tunity to listen to poetry, share their Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline
favorite poems, create their own poetry, will be discussed. Copies available at
and play word games with other poetry the information desk. Normally fourth
lovers. No registration required. Second Thursdays; meeting third Thursday
due to Thanksgiving: 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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NORTH POTOMAC TIMES • PEOPLE
A Life-Changing Gift Passing of Gaithersburg City
Council Member Henry F. Marraffa, Jr.
By Sharon Allen Gilder
If there’s one thing Potomac Ridge resident Maria Moore is adamant about, Henry Marraffa, who served the residents of the City of Gaithersburg with great
distinction for more than twenty years—in numerous roles—passed away on the
it’s that this story be about the North Potomac community and not about her; morning of October 18, 2016 when he lost his battle with cancer.
however, there needs to be some backstory to explain the why and how of the wonderful
surprise some members of the community bestowed upon her on October 2. Here is a portion of a statement by Gaithersburg Mayor Jud Ashman about his
friend and colleague Henry Marraffa:
Maria—and friends—with her new van.
My fellow councilmembers and I
Since 1986, Moore has lived in Gaithersburg and developed longtime friendships
with residents who enjoy warm weather days together at the Westleigh Recreation extend our sincerest condolences to
Club’s pool, time on local athletic fields watching their children play soccer, and
attendance at various school events. The friendships have traveled from the early Henry’s wife, Donna, and to his beloved
days at Travilah Elementary School, through Frost Middle School and Wootton High
School. Moore’s friends describe her as very popular, very outgoing, very clever, and family. Henry was, first and foremost, a
quick-witted, which has helped carry her through the health challenges she has faced
since 2011 when she was diagnosed at age forty-nine with Secondary Progressive family man who treasured his time with
Multiple Sclerosis (SPMS).
those he loved. Despite an often-hectic
A runner, Moore knew something was wrong when she would wake in the morn-
ing with tingling in her left side and difficulty lifting her left foot to walk. A battery of schedule of public events and meetings,
tests ruled out Lyme disease and other illnesses before the final diagnosis of SPMS.
According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, each person’s experience with Henry always made time for his family,
the disease is unique with “disability gradually increasing over time, with or without
evidence of disease activity…occasional relapses may occur, as well as periods of often bringing them to events and activi-
stability.”Photo credit: Submitted
Photo credit: Submitted
Initially, Moore began using a cane, and then as her symptoms progressed, she ties, an admirable blending of his public
began using a walker and then a wheelchair. When she graduated to a power wheel-
chair, she said she became homebound “because I didn’t have any way to transition and private life.
from the motorized wheelchair to the car…it’s really hard to do…so I wasn’t going
to anything anymore.” This is a tremendous loss for Gaith-
A serendipitous moment occurred when several of Moore’s friends, who were ersburg. Henry served our community
attending a Bar Mitzvah, began brainstorming about what they could do to help.
The idea came to John and Melissa Gracyalny and Bob Quackenbush to query other on the Board of Appeals, the Planning
friends and gather the resources to purchase a van with a wheelchair lift for Moore.
Melissa explained, “Over the past two years, we’d sit around the pool or at the soccer Commission, and for more than two de- Gaithersburg City Councilmember,
games and everyone would say, ‘I wish there was something we could do to help.’ cades as a member of the City Council, Henry F. Marraffa, Jr.
People would bring over a meal here and there, but you never felt like you made any
sort of impact…You brought a meal and that helped them for a night…but truly we to which he was first elected in 1995.
just missed her.” She said the friends pondered “how could we get her out…how
could we see her again because she was housebound…and not because she had to He worked to build Gaithersburg’s reputation and prominence on a national level,
be, it was because she lacked the vehicle to transport her in a power wheelchair.”
representing our city on the Board of Directors of the National League of Cities, and
John said Moore’s husband Terry had mentioned at the soccer games that “he was
trying to find a van, but between the time commitment of finding one and then the at the state level with the Maryland Municipal League.
financial commitment of getting one it was just a matter of time before they could
get it all done.” At the Bar Mitzvah, he said, they “whipped out a cell phone, googled He was also passionate about innovative development, serving at a time when
Craigslist, and found a van in Annapolis that just sounded perfect…we were saying,
‘Wouldn’t it be great if we actually did this.’” The next day, Quackenbush went to the concept of mixed-use zoning was in its infancy. Dynamic communities such
Annapolis to see the 1997 Dodge Ram conversion van, Melissa sent out individual
emails explaining the plan and collected money, and after the van was purchased as Kentlands, Lakelands, Parklands, and Crown, with their mix of residential and
and went through inspection, John secured the insurance and went to the MVA to
get it licensed and registered. “Everybody wanted to help, and everybody pitched commercial uses, blossomed in Gaithersburg with Henry playing an important role
in. It’s really a testament to Maria because it shows how much she has given to the
community over the years that people want to give back to her,” Melissa said. on a forward-looking City Council.w
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NORTH POTOMAC TIMES • PEOPLE
Dr. Simranjit Bawa Opens
Potomac Crown Dentistry
By Sharon Allen Gilder
There’s a new reason to have a
beautiful smile in North Potomac:
Potomac Crown Dentistry (PCD), owned
by Dr. Simranjit S. Bawa, opened in
August at 11908 Darnestown Road with
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doesn’t break the bank.” Many insurance
plans are accepted and, for patients without dental insurance, the option exists for an
in-office membership plan. He said that he and his team are passionate about making
appointments convenient and comfortable.
Bawa’s mother, North Potomac pediatrician Dr. Avneet Bawa, and his father,
Prof. Gurdeep S. Bawa, own and operate Potomac Valley Pediatrics. His mother
has been in practice for twenty-five years. With the influence of his family’s roots in
the field of medicine, Bawa said that during his summer breaks, he had the “unique
opportunity to shadow, observe, and work for Dr. William Dzyak, a highly-renowned
(local) oral and maxillofacial surgeon…his knowledge, skills, and how personable
he was inspired me to pursue dentistry.”
A product of Montgomery County Public Schools, Bawa has lived in the county
since he was five years old. He attended Jones Lane and Thurgood Marshall Elemen-
tary Schools, Ridgeview Middle School, and graduated in 2004 from Churchill High
School. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from American University in 2008
and a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Howard University’s College of Dentist-
ry in 2013. He remained on the dean’s list throughout his undergraduate and graduate
studies. From July 2013 through June 2014, he trained at the Advanced Education in
General Dentistry Residency Program at East Carolina University School of Dental
Medicine in Greenville, North Carolina and, upon completion, worked as a dentist
at Wheaton Mall Dental in 2014 and as an associate dentist at Fenton Family Dental
from 2014 through 2016.
Bawa lives in Potomac with his wife Navneet, whom he calls Kiki, and their
two-year-old daughter, Sahiba. In his leisure time, he enjoys being with his family
and he “loves basketball, singing, traveling, and trying new international cuisines.”
In addition to English, he is proficient in Punjabi. His musical talents, along with
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dentures, to cleanings.” Bawa is also a certified Invisalign® invisible braces provider.
He said that digital technology is “key in helping to detect, treat, and educate
patients.” He added, “Film X-rays are essentially extinct, and development in tech-
nology has allowed procedures to be completed more efficiently with minimal pain.”
Bawa said some patients are “worried about pain, but, here at PCD, we do painless
dentistry, and you will be in and out before you know it.” If a patient is still con-
cerned about discomfort, Bawa said he “offers sedation dentistry to help make your
visit more pleasant.”
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wMUCH-ANTICIPATED GREENBRIAR LOCAL PARK HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1… Planners created the two playgrounds with an important theme in mind: “The
Journey of a Raindrop.” Interpretive signage encourages visitors to learn about
staff. Together, they set off to create a local park with a rustic appearance that watersheds, Maryland geography, and the wildlife of the Potomac River and
consists of a sixty-seven-space parking lot, a paved looped trail measuring about Chesapeake Bay areas. At the opening day walking tour, families can learn
two-thirds of a mile, recreational equipment, and native tree, grass, and meadow fascinating facts about the park. For example, all the stone used to build the walls
areas. The plan was approved in 2005 and has come to fruition beautifully. and columns was sourced from Tri-State Quarry—the last operating stone quarry in
Montgomery County. Visitors are encouraged to ask questions like:
The new regulation soccer/multi-purpose natural grass field has been named for
former Montgomery County Planning Board Chair William H. Hussmann, Jr., at the How did you choose the playground equipment?
request of William Rickman, Jr., who contributed $300,000 toward construction of
the field. Why did you plant that kind of tree?
The park also features: What’s that tall grass over there?
• Two themed playgrounds:
• Younger kids (ages 2–5) will love the “Cap’n Crabby” fishing boat, a push-and-play
“Sounds of the Chesapeake” board, Chesapeake fish spring riders, and a poured-in-
place rubber surface that’s easy on the feet and designed to look like a Chesapeake
Bay beach. Older kids (ages 5–12) can explore, climb, jump, slide, and swing on
the Piedmont Play Fort.
• A large stone and cedar pergola with seating, and a stone and cedar shelter with
picnic table seating to keep snacks and lunchtime treats cool in the shade.
• The 2/3-mile paved trail loops around the perimeter of the park will surely be a
favorite for joggers.
• Grass volleyball court.
Photo credit: Courtesy of Landscape Structures, Inc.
Photo credit: Courtesy of Colleen Holt, Montgomery Parks.
The regulation soccer field at Greenbriar Local Park is dedicated to
One of several pavilions located throughout the new William H. Hussmann, former chair of the Montgomery County Planning Board
Greebriar Local Park that offers a quiet, scenic resting place.
and Montgomery National Capital Parks and Planning Commission.
November 2016
At the opening celebration, visitors are encouraged to participate in soccer games
and drills with Potomac Soccer; take a guided walking tour of the park with its
planners, architects, and naturalists; and enjoy crafts, activities, giveaways, and
refreshments (including Ben & Jerry’s ice cream courtesy of Glenstone Museum).
Event partners include Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protec-
tion, Potomac Soccer, Glenstone Museum, and North Potomac Times. The event will
also include remarks and a door prize, ribbon-cutting, and soccer field dedication.w
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NORTH POTOMAC TIMES • SCHOOL & UNIVERSITY NEWS
Wootton cross country practice…
tuning up for the Montgomery County Championship!
Coaches, Kelly Redmond (head coach) and Jacob (Jake) Buxton, give advice during a team meeting before practice.
Practice includes the running up the dreaded “Frost Hill” behind the high school buildings.
November 2016 Photos by North Potomac resident, Dennis O’Keefe, a retired lawyer who now devotes
much of his time to photography, and covers events for local businesses.
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NORTH POTOMAC TIMES • SCHOOL & UNIVERSITY NEWS
Quince Orchard 24, Northwest 21, as QO wins Battle of the Great Seneca
NW linebacker Niko Berns has QO’s Titus Johnson by the jersey.
Members of the NW pompon squad pose for the camera prior to kickoff.
QO’s Doc Bonner in action against NW.
NW’s Chris Craddock looks downfield for a receiver in the first quarter.
Marvin Beander looks for an opening against the stiff goal line of the NW defense.
Photos and captions by Phil Khalil Owens
Fabrizio, an event, news, and is all smiles
sports photographer in the after he scores
Washington, D.C.-Metro area. for NW to close
He lives in North Potomac the deficit to
and has operated Sugarloaf three points
Photography since 1985. You against QO.
can follow him on Twitter @
PhotoLoaf, or through Face- 11 www.northpotomactimes.com
book at www.facebook.com/
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November 2016
NORTH POTOMAC TIMES • BUSINESS
Gaithersburg-Germantown Spotlight on Golf
Chamber of Commerce, Inc. the GGCC… outing
Your Voice for Business helps
support the
By Marilyn Balcombe, President and CEO Chamber’s
Montgomery
College Ready versus • The program funds classroom-based
Career Ready: Are You training, in-house staff training, ap- College
Ready for a Paradigm Shift? prenticeships, and other opportuni- Scholarship.
ties for Maryland’s businesses as they
A very common measure of educa- create and foster their talent pipeline. Chamber Staff—Donna Rimple, Laura Rowles,
tional success for both high schools and For more information, visit the Mary- Marilyn Balcombe and Janeen Beckstrom
students alike is a college degree. For de-
cades, the conversation about K-12 cur- land Department of Labor’s website at The Chamber honors its Volunteers at Smokey Glen Event. Photo credits: City of Gaitherburg
riculum has been college readiness with dllr.maryland.gov/employment/mbw.
the goal of getting as many students into shtml, or contact the Division of Work- County Councilmember Sidney Katz joins the Ribbon Cutting for Pieology.
college as possible. The reality is that force Development and Adult Learn-
not everyone is college bound and not all ing at dlwdalbusinessservices-dllr@ wTHE REAL ESTATE CYCLE AND YOU CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5.
jobs require a four-year bachelor’s de- maryland.gov.
gree. With a generation of college gradu- 2. Millennials becoming parents and moving out. While this demographic
ates facing over one trillion dollars in Unemployment Rates in has put off having kids longer than previous generations, studies suggest a
college debt, it’s time we start consider- the County and the State larger number will soon become parents and will quickly fuel a suburban
ing alternatives. In September, I had the boom, especially in areas surrounding markets such as Hartford, Milwaukee,
pleasure of meeting Dr. Karen Salmon, While I was surfing the Department and Pittsburgh, which have seen post-recession job growth in the core. They
Maryland State School Superintendent, of Labor, Licensing and Regulation expect to live near public transportation and options connected to big urban
as she gave an in-depth report on Career (DLLR) website, I researched the un- center will see continued growth.
and Technology Education (CTE) Pro- employment rates for the area. There are
grams in Maryland. The focus of these currently just over three million people 3. Investment in the Changing Office Landscape, i.e., Teleworking and
programs is to prepare students for jobs working in the State of Maryland with an Hoteling. The maturing recovery has led to job growth, which, in turn, has
that will provide meaningful skills and unemployment rate of 4.3% as of August strengthened the commercial sector. With the dominant trend towards tele-
help then either become employed or 2016. There are just over 534,000 people working, hoteling (working at a shared desk alternate days in a week), and
prepare them for further education— working in Montgomery County with an working from home, there is less need for large office space. Employers are
which includes formal apprenticeships, unemployment rate of 3.4%. By com- getting used to (maybe forced to allow) having employees attend meetings
certification programs, and community parison, the unemployment rate in the virtually. This equates to having adequate space and technology for a home
college. By 2018, ninety-two percent of United States is 4.9%. If you are a statis- office.
science, technology, engineering, and tical geek like me, check out the DLLR
math (STEM) jobs will need post-sec- website www.dllr.state.md.us/lmi/mlr/. 4. Increasing Investment in Infrastructure. America’s crumbling infra-
ondary education, but thirty-five percent Happy surfing! structure has been in the news for years, yet the need for new mass transit,
of those jobs will require sub-baccalau- better roads and highways, and improved aviation and rail facilities hasn’t
reate training. We need to make sure that IRS Phone Scam been met. The American Society for Civil Engineers estimates that $3.6
the pathways to those jobs are clearly trillion would be needed by 2020 to meet the backlog of much-needed
defined and that students have the op- I have received three phone calls in repairs. This suggests there’s an upside for infrastructure funding, including
portunity to gain the skills they need to the past month from someone claiming public-private partnerships and real estate investment trusts (REITs).
do these jobs. to be from the IRS calling me about my
“delinquent taxes.” Rest assured, I do 5. Old-Fashioned Risk Analysis (i.e., People). Finally, the report suggests
Employers—Read This: pay my taxes! Unfortunately, this is an that the notion of investment-by-algorithm and other data-centric tools needs
Need Help Training ongoing phone scam. Here are some tips to be measured against old-fashioned intuition and a deep, personal under-
Your Employees? from the IRS: standing of the market or sector in
• The IRS usually first contacts people question. Ups and downs in the
Having well-trained staff is essen- market suggest that, despite increas-
tial for every business, particularly by mail—not by phone—about unpaid ing reliance on data modeling and
when technology continues to change taxes. computer analysis, the human touch
the types and level of skills needed to • The IRS won’t ask for payment
do one’s job. The Maryland Business using a pre-paid debit card or wire is just as important as ever.w
Works Program, through the Maryland transfer.
Department of Labor, is a fantastic op- • The IRS also won’t ask for a credit card
portunity to help employers cover the number over the phone.
cost of training. Through a reimburse- • The IRS will never request personal
ment grant, the Maryland Department of or financial information by e-mail,
Labor provides training funds to busi- texting, or any social media.
nesses serious about increasing em- If you get a call from someone
ployee productivity, upgrading the skills claiming to be with the IRS asking for a
of current employees, and creating op- payment, here’s what to do:
portunities for expanding their existing If you owe Federal taxes, or think you
workforce. Details of the program are as might owe taxes, hang up and call the
follows: IRS at 800.829.1040. IRS workers can
help you with your payment questions.
If
• Private sector businesses with 250 em- you don’t owe taxes, call and report the
ployees or fewer that provide in-de- incident to TIGTA at 800.366.4484.
You
mand products or services are eligible. can also file a complaint with the
Federal Trade Commission at www.
• The program will pay half of the cost of FTC.gov. Add “IRS Telephone Scam” to
training with a cap of $4,500 per train- the comments in your complaint.
ee for a project or series of projects.
The minimum request per year cannot For upcoming Chamber events, see
exceed $40,000.
wthe Business Calendar on page 13.
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NORTH POTOMAC TIMES • BUSINESS
Podcast Village and Launch Podcasts: North Potomac
Creating Informative Podcasts for Business Calendar
Local Businesses and Entrepreneurs
For Gaithersburg/Germantown showcase tables and celebrate 2016 at
By Susan Petro Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) this festive and upbeat event.
events, please register in advance at Cost: $57; $47 eWN Member
Podcast Village gives business owners a voice to promote their products and Exhibitor: $95; $65 eWN Member
services in their own words. Charlie Birney and his podcast partner, Jeff Davis, ggchamber.org or contact Laura Location: Lakewood Country Club,
created Podcast Village to help business owners and entrepreneurs showcase their Rowles at [email protected] 13901 Glen Mill Road, Rockville.
businesses and products by creating informative, interesting, and even fun podcasts
that highlight the message they want to convey. or 301.840.1400 x14.
A podcast is a digital audio file that can be shared via the internet and a wide-range For eWomenNetwork events, November 17
of social media outlets such as an individual website, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, please contact Stephanie Bonte-Lebair
email, Facebook or a number of other means. Businesses benefit from having their Business Networking after Five
own podcasts as a means to share their message directly with their intended audience at stephaniebontelebair@ (GGCC Event)
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and Davis create and produce a total of nine of their own podcast series, featuring annual toy drive for the United States
a wide range of topics: Launch Podcasts, a series about start-up companies; Practi- November 9 Marine Corps Toys for Tots.
cally Social, the Jeff and Charlie Show; Isabel’s Book Case, a ten-minute podcast by Cost: A donation of a new/unwrapped
Charlie’s daughter that features reviews of her favorite books; and other informative Business Networking before Nine toy donation to Toys for Tots
and fun subjects. (GGCC Event) Location: 223 Kentlands Blvd.,
7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Gaithersburg.
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Calendar of Events
Other Happenings in North Potomac and Nearby
Photo credit: Phil Fabrizio Architectural rendering of Garrett Farm/Maple Spring Farm Barn,
created by John Carter. These grounds now host the Montgomery County
Agricultural and Arts Farmers’ Market on Sundays from noon to 3:00 p.m.
To purchase tickets or to register for a conducted by Simeone Tartaglione. Wednesdays November 19
class, call the Arts Barn at 301.258.6394. A narrator introduces the characters ROCKVILLE-SHADY GROVE ROCKVILLE
More information can also be found and their respective instruments while JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY RITCHIE PARK ELEMENTARY
at www.gaithersburgmd.gov. 311/320 recounting the story. Stay to meet the Shady Grove Farmers’ Market Family Yoga Workshop
Kent Square Rd., Gaithersburg. musicians and their instruments follow- with Shining Kids Yoga
ing each performance. Read more about Johns Hopkins Montgomery County
Through November 11 this event on page 17. Recommended for Campus, 9601 Broschart Road, Rock- Enjoy a fun yoga practice designed just
children of all ages and adults. $12. Arts ville. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for parents and kids ages five to ten. This
Autumn Glory (Juried Art Exhibit) Barn. 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. 60-minute workshop will include play-
Saturdays ful partner poses, games, stories, and an
This extensive multimedia exhibit fea- November 13 KENTLANDS-MAIN STREET extra relaxation time just for grownups.
tures a wide range of mediums and styles MAIN STREET PAVILION Parents and kids alike will cultivate a
from representational to abstract. The Broadway Singalong Kentlands Main Street sense of calm and connection through
artwork of twenty-five artists will be on Farmers and Artists’ Market this unique yoga experience. Register
display, including Nighat Ahmed, Helga This annual Sunday afternoon sing- online at: www.shiningkidsyoga.com/
Albers, Matthew Baker, Joanne Bleichner, along has attracted folks of all ages 301 Main Street, Gaithersburg. Every kids-yoga or email shiningkidsyoga@
Dareya Cohen, Howard Cohen, Sandra to share the joy and fun of belting out Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. gmail.com. $25 per parent/child pair;
Davis, Christopher Fowler, Cyd Goodwin, some of Broadway’s best-loved tunes $10 for additional family partici-
Harold Halpern, Genie Harman, Craig together. The musical merriment will be Sundays pant. 1514 Dunster Road. 10 a.m. to
Higgins, Perry Kapsch, Cecelia Lauren- led by Teresa McCoy, accompanist for GAITHERSBURG-DARNESTOWN 11 a.m.
deau, Anita Merina, Lynne Oakes, Linda the Gaithersburg Chorus and Director MAPLE SPRINGS BARN GAITHERSBURG-KENTLANDS
Orenstein, Albert Perry, Mark Reeder, of Music at Gaithersburg Presbyterian Montgomery County RACHEL CARSON
Cindy Renteria, Sunil Sukla, Paula Church. Lyric sheets are provided. En- Agricultural and Arts Market ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Tobenfeld, Marleen Van den Neste, joy trivia contests, prizes, and refresh- Programming Contest
Richard Weiblinger, and Larry Witham. ments. Talent is strictly optional! $10. Fresh local produce, vegan and vegetar-
Arts Barn and the Mansion. Kentlands Mansion. 3:30 p.m. ian food options, and several kosher Panda Programmer will be hosting the
specialties. Shop with our artists’ and fall 2016 children’s computer program-
Beginning November 18: Studio November 18 crafters’ booths, and celebrate our open- ming contest. This contest is open to
26. Kentlands Mansion Gallery. ing. 15021 Dufief Mill Road, North all former and present Panda Program-
Wine and Art Party: Design your Potomac. 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. mer students. Space is only open to the
Beginning November 4 own label in ink first 25 students that sign up at www.
November 5 PandaProgrammer.com. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Bright Concepts Join us for an art party where you will POTOMAC-TRAVILAH
enjoy a glass of wine and make your own GREENBRIAR LOCAL PARK November 20
Works by Mark Altrogge, Tony Glander, masterpiece. A professional artist guides ROCKVILLE
Bobbi Shulman and Nellie Chao. Arts you through the process; all levels of art- Grand opening of new park. 11 a.m. to CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Barn Gallery. ists are welcome. No need to bring sup- 1 p.m. Pet Memorial Service
plies; we will have everything you need.
Artists’ reception on November 22. Participants must be at least 21. Work- November 13 Join us as we celebrate the lives of
shop includes one drink ticket. There ROCKVILLE-SHADY GROVE our beloved pets. Email pet photos,
November 4 through 20 will be additional wine and beer for sale. KATHERINE THOMAS SCHOOL including the pet’s first and last name,
ID is required. Call and register with a TLC’s 12th Annual 5K/Fun Run to [email protected] by
Postmortem friend to receive a $5 discount for each November 5 to be included in the service.
person! Arts Barn. 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. All runners will receive a long-sleeved All are welcome. 107 S. Washington
Ken Ludwig’s play takes place in 1922 shirt. Plenty of free food, drinks, and Street. 5 p.m.
as the cast of Broadway’s Sherlock Wine Charms giveaways at post-race expo. Prizes for
Holmes has assembled for a weekend top finishers. Help TLC raise $35,000 to November 21
of relaxation at William Gillette’s coun- Enjoy a fun night out and learn the art of support children and adults in community GAITHERSBURG-RIO
try home. The scene is set for intrigue: working with wire, beads, and charms. with special needs and autism. Register at WASHINGTONIAN CENTER
Someone is trying to murder Gillette, Create two sets of six wine charms. www.ttlc.org/king-of-the-road-5K.com. COPPER CANYON GRILL
and he suspects it is one of his guests. A supply fee is due at workshop. Arts Montgomery County Housewives
The London Times wrote: «A Sher- Barn. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. November 15
lock Holmes whodunnit…packed with BETHESDA Enjoy a fun night out of networking, shop-
suspects and tinged with suspense and November 25 RIVER ROAD UNITARIAN ping, and mingling. Please register your
laughter.» Presented by Montgomery UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION ticket via Eventbrite. Our vendors will be
Playhouse. Read more about Postmortem Catch Me: A Magic Duel Mindful Living doing giveaways and raffles all night! Free.
on page 16. Recommended for ages 15 100 Boardwalk Place. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
and up. $20. Arts Barn. A return engagement by acclaimed Scott Eblin, author and global speaker,
magicians, Brian Curry and Mark Phillips will present “The Mindful Approach November 22
November 5 —with a brand-new show! These sleight- to Living at Your Best: Simple Ways GAITHERSBURG-OLDE TOWNE
of-hand masters battle for the title of to Move from Stressed to Resilient.” GAITHERSBURG
Peter and the Wolf Gaithersburg’s Favorite Magician. The The event is sponsored by Willow COMMUNITY MUSEUM
audience selects various styles of magic Oak Therapy Center, a not-for-profit All Aboard StoryTime Station
Treat your family to the most successful for the contest and then votes on the win- mental health group in Rockville.
orchestral composition for children ever ner. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Please visit willowoaktherapy.com or StoryTime Station’s enriching program
written. Prokofiev’s masterpiece is per- $20; $12. Arts Barn. 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. call 301.251.8965 with any questions.
formed by the twenty-two-piece Catholic Suggested donation: $20. 6301 River wCONTINUED ON PAGE 16…
University ofAmerica Chamber Orchestra, Arts Barn • 311 Kent Square Rd., Road. 7:30 p.m.
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Kentlands Mansion • 320 Kent Square Rd.,
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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Calendar of Events The Stage Is Set
wOTHER HAPPENINGS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15… Coming December 2 By Dominique Agnew
GLEN ECHO-GLEN ECHO PARK The November production of Postmortem, written by Ken Ludwig, opens the
at the Gaithersburg Community Museum ADVENTURE THEATRE
consists of a 45-minute reading, rec- The Lion, the Witch, season for the Montgomery Playhouse at the Arts Barn—and what an opening it will
ommended for ages 3 to 6, and chil- and the Wardrobe be. “It has everything that you could want,” said director Loretto McNally. “Every
dren will be provided with a take-home little plot twist that you can think of in mysteries—we’ve got them.”
craft activity to continue the expe- Join us for this snowy, holiday classic
rience at home following each ses- featuring just a two-person cast. Peter,
sion. This month’s theme is: Harvest. Susan, Edmund, and Lucy are sent to
Advance purchase is recommend- live in the countryside home of professor
ed as space is limited. To make Digory Kirke. As Lucy explores the
reservations online, visit www. house, she discovers a secret portal to
gaithersburgmd.gov. You may also pay a magical world called Narnia. With an
at the door if space is available. For evil White Witch ruling the kingdom,
more information, call 301.258.6160 can Lucy, her new friend Mr. Tumnus,
or visit the city’s website. $3.00 per and her family band together to save
child; adults and infants are free. Chil- Narnia? Recommended for all ages.
dren must be accompanied by a parent For more information and for tickets,
or guardian. 9 South Summit Avenue. visit www.adventuretheatre-mtc.org or
11 a.m.
call 301.634.2270.w
Photo credit: David Jones
A few members of the cast of Postmortem preparing for the show at the Arts Barn.
Montgomery Playhouse (MP) has already performed two of Ludwig’s plays, and,
McNally said, the audience enjoyed them, as did the performers. In Postmortem,
“He’s got some great twists and turns,” explained McNally. “There’s something
going on all the time… [there are] clues all the way through,” but the audience is in
for a surprise at the end.
The audience will also enjoy some terrific surprises from the production. The
production crew has called on a lot of expertise to create a special show, including:
lighting designer the MP has worked with for years, an expert on people getting
shot, and a little bit of hand-to-hand combat. “Things are believable and safe for the
actors,” said McNally.
Postmortem is not quite the play within the play concept, but it comes close. The
main character, William Gillette, is a renowned playwright, actor, and heartthrob—
best-known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes—who suspects one of his cast
mates of attempting to kill him. How will he solve the mystery? Gillette plans a
séance as entertainment for the other cast members whom he has invited to his castle,
and, taking on the role of Holmes right to the end, deduces who has been plotting his
demise—it’s all elementary, of course.
Montgomery Playhouse has called the Arts Barn home for several years, and
despite the small space, a full set will be used. It’s always “a challenge to put a full
and interesting set at the Arts Barn,” said McNally, but they’re always proud of the
great designers they have for their sets and costumes.
“People will be surprised right up until the very end,” McNally promised.
wFor details about the show, see the Calendar of Events on page 15.
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Animals Come to Life wMEET MAYOR JUD ASHMAN CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1… the fall conference, and everybody is
dealing with this issue.”
By Dominique Agnew As a former community activist,
Ashman understands the concerns of The City Council is holding a plan-
Under the majestic baton of Maestro Simeone Tartaglione, the Catholic University local residents when new developments ning session on January 9 which is open
are being proposed, such as the recent to the public. All meetings in the City of
of America Chamber Orchestra will bring to life Sergei Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Johnson property annexation proposal Gaithersburg are open to the public, and
that is presently being negotiated by commentary is welcome.
Wolf, Op. 67,” composed in 1936. The text, also written by Prokofiev, is narrated to the the City Council. The current proposal
includes 110 residential homes and an Ashman is very proud of the collective
accompaniment of a symphony orchestra, with various animals represented by instru- additional 10,000 square feet of retail; accomplishments of the council during
however, Ashman states that under his time with the city. On economic de-
ments and their own musical themes. For example, the Bird has a twittering melody the current (pre-annexation) rules, the velopment, Ashman credits their incen-
amount of commercial development tive programs for helping to bring in and
played by a flute; the Grandfather’s ponderous walk is well-imitated by the bassoon; allowed could have added considerably retain thousands of jobs. Ashman also
more traffic than the additional housing credits the city’s excellent various de-
and the strings section animates Peter with a frolicking and playful melody. and retail square footage at issue in the partments and their staff which currently
annexation agreement. numbers at around three hundred em-
This will be the first time a symphony orchestra will perform in the Arts Barn. “The ployees. “On delivering services, we’ve
Although some residents worry that been wildly successful, and I am very
Arts Barn is really a jewel because it’s small,” said Tartaglione, “and the acoustics are the developer might come back and pro- proud of it,” said Ashman. Additionally,
pose additional residential homes that Ashman said the city is on the cutting
so good.” The small size makes it an ideal setting for kids to enjoy the work, the goal would increase overcrowding in neigh- edge of environmental stewardship.
borhood schools, Ashman said that the
of which—at the time of composition and even today—is to teach the instruments of annexation process sets the parameters Ashman credits the city’s snow
for what they are allowed to do. “It’s removal staff after a particularly-bad Jan-
the orchestra to young children. “The fact that it is small will help teach the kids the legally binding. If they want to come for uary this past year when there were thirty-
more residential, they would have to go six inches of snow on the ground. “We
instruments,” added Tartaglione. through two processes,” said Ashman. had our streets passable within twenty-
“The first process would be to ask the four hours of the last flake of snow.”
There will also be a sort of petting zoo after each performance. “The kids can get city to amend their annexation agree-
ment, and then the second would be to Ashman’s pet project is the Gaithers-
close in a very informal way…They can enjoy the sound of the instrument of the go through the development process, so burg Book Festival, which he founded in
they couldn’t just come back and do it.” 2009, and takes place right outside the
character they were attracted to…This is the duck, the duck is the oboe.” City Hall building every spring. “We put
Regarding the citizens’ concerns, “I out pavilions where authors speak and
The maestro also plans to do a “little conducting don’t know if it would ever happen, but do book signings,” said Ashman who has
I understand their fears,” said Ashman. always loved reading and author talks,
master class” with the children after each perfor- Courtesy of Catholic University “because you get the back story be-
The nearby Magruder property, across hind your favorite characters, or if it’s a
mance. “They can come close to the orchestra. I give from Quince Orchard High School, was journalist, behind historical figures.”
also recently annexed and raised con-
them a baton, they can control the orchestra,” he ex- cerns of nearby homeowners. Ashman “I saw an opportunity for the city to
states that their annexation does not al- plant its flag in the cultural map,” said
plained. “I did this in the past and, really, that was low any residential housing, and it is Ashman. “We are a city that supports
also legally binding; however, new com- literature, and we are going to have this
incredible for the kids to see how the hands can make mercial development could be proposed outstanding cultural opportunity for
in the future. the region.” The book festival draws in
sounds.” He is very enthusiastic about encouraging thousands of visitors every year.
Ashman also addressed some of the
children to come to the shows. “It’s meant for kids,” concerns of the recently-proposed small As for challenges, Ashman said he
cell towers in the City of Gaithersburg. would love to see the Lakeforest, Olde
he enthused. “It is the easiest way to get kids close to Simeone Tartaglione “We are going back and doing our home- Town, and Route 355 corridors revi-
an orchestra and see how it works.” work, and trying to figure out exactly talized and redeveloped, giving more
where our authority lies and what sort of reasons to for people to visit those areas.
Tartaglione, an accomplished pianist as well as conductor with an impressive rules we are allowed to set, and regulate “We see some of these tremendous thriv-
these things—particularly in neighbor- ing areas in Kentlands and on the west
resume that spans universities and orchestras in Europe and the U.S., has made his hoods with underground utilities.” side of Gaithersburg,” said Ashman who
recognizes the same potential for the east
way to the D.C. area from Italy by way of the U.S.’s Midwest. He is happy to say that The city has hired outside help with side neighborhoods, as well.
people who have expertise in the area.
he now lives in the Kentlands, and when he saw the space of the Arts Barn, he thought, “We are actively keeping advised with Mayor Ashman looks forward to
our outside counsel to figure out what
“That space is perfect!” is best for us…We are very active in continuing to serve the residents of the
the Maryland Municipal League, so we
“Peter and the Wolf” will be performed by an orchestra of twenty-five musicians, deal with municipal leaders all over the City of Gaithersburg and being open
state,” said Ashman. “We just attended
mostly students, some faculty, and will be narrated by faculty member, Dr. Rachelle and accessible to his constituents.
Fleming, sister of Renée Fleming. He can be reached at
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wA LIFE-CHANGING GIFT CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7… talking about this, and that was on a On the day of van delivery, Melissa you research schools…but it’s just kind
Saturday, and we delivered the van to said, “We all piled into the van at the top of luck of the draw who the people are,
throwing money at this thing, and I Maria on the following Sunday, so I look of the street and drove to their house and so I think everyone was kind of proud to
didn’t really know how much everything at this community, and in one week all of said, ‘Okay, Maria and Terry, we want be living among the people that they live
was going to cost, so I kind of over- these people came together… and that’s you to come outside for a minute.’ Af- around.”
collected, per se, so then I was, like, not anything I did or anybody else did… ter the Moores got over the initial shock,
‘What can I apply the money to?’ We that’s a community of people who just Maria looked at her middle son, and the Moore said she manages her life “fine
capped it at twenty families because the came together.” John added, “From just first thing she said was, ‘I’m going to for the most part on the internet…You
van was only worth as much as it was, kind of spit-balling an idea together, it your game.’” can get your groceries delivered and
and we started collecting too much mon- all just happened in eight days.” you can get everything on Amazon.
ey.” Nearly $7,000 were collected, and Moore said her illness was an “unex- com… life is good.” She added, “Don’t
Melissa sent an email to everyone item- When Matt Hill-Byrne, owner of pected challenge that required many life- get me wrong… it’s been tough at cer-
izing how the monies were allocated. Flower Hill Automotive, heard what style changes and unforeseen expenses. tain times, but I want to be an example
After paying for the van, the overage the community was doing, he waived With three teenage boys hopefully off for my kids about how I handle adver-
covered insurance for the first year, a the inspection fee and discounted the to college within the next five years and sity. I’ve managed it as best I can. I have
prepaid gas card, and credit for repairs repairs needed for the van to pass my illness, our resources were limited. A a great life, and I was happy without
as needed. inspection. wheelchair accessible-vehicle was a dis- the van, but this van is really nice to
tant dream… It’s absolutely life chang- have.”
Moore said, “I mean, it’s just incredi- The Moores have three sons. Their ing to have a van… It’s incredible.” She
ble. I don’t like to take things from people, oldest will be going off to college soon, added, “It’s the coolest set of wheels She lovingly refers to her new wheels
I really don’t…any of them will tell you… and their middle son, Dennis, is a mem- ever…it’s just groovy. These are just as “an old jalopy” and shared some of
but this feels okay… There are no strings ber of Wootton’s soccer team. Moore had good, good people.” its retro amenities including, “Green
attached… They’re just really kind peo- not been able to attend any of his games, shag carpet, and a VHS machine, and
ple. I mean, I still can’t believe it. I keep so she managed his MSI (Montgomery “We did this for selfish reasons,” recessed lighting on the ceiling…but
saying that.” Soccer, Inc.) team, “because I knew I Melissa said with a smile. “The bottom it’s wonderful… I just can’t believe it…
couldn’t go, and I wanted to somehow be line is we missed having her around at to be able to go to my kid’s game…his
Melissa said, “One thing that I think is connected.” the soccer games and at the pool. You world is soccer, and I could never go to
really significant and says a lot about the know, it’s kind of luck of the draw when his games.” Now, thanks to a very caring
community is that, at this Bar Mitzvah, John added, “She’s hung up on making you pick your house…you pick your
I was sitting next to Bob and we were sure she does her share with carpool and community… you do your research… community, she can.w
stuff even though she can’t drive.”
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Community Support Services: townhouse or condominium in upper Montgomery County and instruction in life
Making Lives Better Since 1994 skills, behavior management, recreation, and health.
By Sharon Allen Gilder Services for children include “after-school therapeutic activities such as music
therapy, recreational activities in the community such as accessing swimming pools
One of the ways children and adults in Montgomery County with autism and other and parks, and summer camps with social and recreational activities in community
settings around Montgomery County,” Ingram said. Events throughout the year
developmental disabilities have been receiving support is through Community Sup- include a Bowling FUNraiser, the CSS Storm soccer team, and an annual Olympics
culminating with a family picnic.
port Services (CSS). The agency, established in 1994, was the brainchild of CSS’s
In October 2015, as an extension of its Healthy Living Skills cooking program,
Susan Ingram, executive director, and Tammie Snyder, associate director. Ingram CSS opened the deli and market, That’s A Wrap, on Darnestown Road in the
Potomac Valley Shopping Center behind McDonald’s. The tasty spinoff employs
said the State of Maryland “had decided to return individuals who had previously individuals with and without disabilities who make fresh wraps and salads and sell
local products such as honey, trail mix, and other healthy snacks under the guid-
been placed in out-of-state ance and management of experienced chef, Adam Rast. Rast’s most recent restaurant
experiences include Black’s Bar & Kitchen and BlackSalt. Since 2011, he has been a
facilities or in the state insti- cooking instruction consultant for CSS.
tution, Great Oaks, to com- “In five years of providing cooking instruction to disabled clients at CSS, I learned
a lot about breaking complicated recipes into manageable parts for my students,” Rast
munity life.” Seeing the need said. He saw “great potential for many of them to attain proficiency in the basic skills
required for an entry-level prep cook in a restaurant.” With that inspiration, he believed
for community-based residen- a project like That’s A Wrap was possible, and he wanted “individuals who showed
a talent for kitchen work to be able to develop that aptitude in a safe and supportive
tial and vocational support environment…I jumped at the chance to help open a restaurant where we could pro-
vide that specialized training and potentially hire those individuals… My greatest hope
services for these individuals is that the knowledge I gain can help others realize their own potential.”
prompted Ingram and Snyder CSS’s communications coordinator, Ashley Chatneuff, said, “It’s a fairly exciting
endeavor…How many nonprofits go into the food service industry?” CSS’s Cooking
to launch CSS by “working Academy includes an online “What’s for Dinner?” component with “user friendly”
nutritional recipes in pictorial and auditory/video formats to accommodate
collaboratively with individu- individuals with a wide array of learning styles.
als, families, and other lead Ingram said that, with support, “Individuals enjoy productive, happy, and healthy
lives, and are an important part in our community. Without support, individuals do not
agencies to design and imple- do well, and historically were segregated and removed from our regular community.
The contrast is very dramatic, so the work is rewarding in its positive outcomes.”
ment new models of service,”
wFor more information, visit: www.css-md.org and www.thatsawrapdeli.com.
according to the agency’s
Can your investments
website. Mac Owusu, left, an employment instructional make the world better?
Originally based in Bethes- associate for Community Support Services (CSS),
da, CSS moved to Rockville stands next to a sign in front of the organization’s
in 1999 and to its current loca- headquarters off of Shady Grove Road. To the right
tion, at 9075 Comprint Court
in Gaithersburg, in 2001 with is Aaron Kaufman, a participant in CSS programs
and an employee at CSS’s That’s A Wrap deli and
market in the Potomac Valley Shopping Center.
the help of a grant to renovate
the building. The main funding sources for the 501(c)(3) nonprofit are the Devel-
opmental Disabilities Administration, the Maryland Department of Education, and
Montgomery County’s Department of Health and Human Services. Those entities, in
addition to Montgomery County Public Schools, refer individuals to CSS after deter-
mining their eligibility for existing state programs and available funding allocations.
Donations from the public are always welcome and needed.
Ingram said that CSS “reviews the need of each person and determines if it has
the expertise and resources to meet that need through an Admissions Committee
process.” The current age range of CSS clients is five to sixty-one, and many need
employment opportunities, recreational experiences, and social tolerance of differ-
ences. “We are looking for ways we can help a business or office with specific tasks
such as data entry, sorting mail, stocking, or other routine tasks for regular periods of
time.” She said the agency is also seeking recreational options “such as instruction in
fitness, music, dance, and art.”
That’s A Wrap’s grand opening in the Potomac Valley Shopping Center. Align your investments with your values
Left to right: Community Support Services (CSS) cofounder Tammie Snyder (in purple);
Did you know?
Craig Roberts, Director of CSS’s Adult Recreation Services; CSS cofounder
Susan Ingram, with microphone; and Chef Adam Rast (wearing a cap). 1. Socially Responsible Investing directs IRAs and
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states. Ingram noted, “About three thousand individuals receive services in Mont- or better than socially indifferent portfolios, per
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for state programs with several thousand people from this county on it.” Each year,
one hundred individuals at twenty-one years of age “age out” of special education 3. Socially Responsible investors have influenced more
and are eligible for adult day services. Those services include support in employ- than 1,600 corporate actions globally since 2005.**
ment in local business, vocational training, specialized transportation, and func-
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