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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:Chantilly Library Events ..................................21Classified Ads ...................................................23 CCC Calendar ...................................................24 GCA News ..........................................................2 Kids Korner ................................................ 12-13Norma’s Nook ....................................................6Point of View ......................................................4Recipes & Memories ........................................10Sports ................................................................16Woman’s Club ....................................................5

ECRWSSGREENBRIAR RESIDENT

CHANTILLY, VA 20151

Don’t Forget!Daylight Savings Time Begins

Sunday March 13!

The First Day of Springis March 20!

GREENBRIAR 22nd ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT AT

GREENBRIAR COMMONS PARK (Next to Greenbriar Pool)

SPONSORED BY

GREENBRIAR CIVIC ASSOCIATION

SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2016

1 p.m. (sharp) – 2:30 p.m. RAIN OR SHINE

CHILDREN AGE 2 THROUGH 3RD GRADE AND THEIR PARENTS ARE WELCOME TO COME AND HUNT WITH US.

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS FOR SET UP (HIDING EGGS)

AND CLEAN UP. CALL SANDY AT 703-378-6984.

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GCA Newsby Vince Krevinas

GCA President

Vince Krevinas703-818-1225 (Home) 703-268-8081 (Cell)[email protected]

“Think like a man of action. Act like a man of thought.”

It goes without saying that I was somewhat off in my last column on the prospect for a continued mild winter. Greenbriar took a big hit from the January snowstorm. Proudly, we did not succumb to what turned out to be a historic weather event. The plows took over immediately, whether VDOT’s subcontractors or a volunteer’s truck with a blade. Neighbors chipped in to help each other out in whatever way they could. Bottom line, at least as far as I’m aware, no one was hurt and no one lost power. The caring, cooperation and willingness to pitch in among Greenbriar residents was consistently amazing! Thanks so much to everyone who, in their own way, helped Greenbriar get back to normal. What would we do without snow blowers and the willingness of owners to share it with their neighbors? And what a blessing to have the mild temperatures after the storm to create the “big melt.”

Majestic Lane Repairs. A top priority of mine is to see to the repaving of, especially, the north end of Majestic Lane. The condition is horrendous with multiple sloppily filled potholes and an actual crevice that runs hundreds of yards parallel to the center line. It is a main entrance that has become a blight to our community. I have a service request into VDOT for them to revisit the road with an urgent request for repairs. I also contacted the office of Delegate Jim Lemunyon to press VDOT on a resolution of this matter. Their feedback to me was, “We have asked VDOT to consider adding Majestic Lane to their 2016 paving schedule. They will finalize their 2016 schedule sometime in mid-March.” Kudos to Tricia Jarrell, a concerned resident on this matter, who has also reached out to Mr. Lemunyon for help on this necessary work. I do realize other Greenbriar streets have their own pothole/rut issues, but for now, Majestic Lane should be our main focus.

Melville Lane Speeding. A resident on the west end of Melville Lane that does not have a concentration of traffic-calming devices contacted me recently. This is the area that runs from Mount Royal Lane past Middle Ridge Drive to where the traffic-calming devices are situated. The road runs downhill in that area and is where most of the perceived speeding still occurs. She asked for increased police presence in that area in the hope of influencing drivers to slow down. I contacted Officer Twombley of the Fair Oaks Police Station who, in an email follow-up, stated “I’ll advise the traffic officers. I can also put out some ‘slow down’ signs at some point.” Incidentally, I am very aware of (and I have commented on the Greenbriar neighborhood Facebook page) the concerns of residents who feel that the current traffic-calming devices are not adequately slowing down traffic on Middle Ridge Drive, etc. I disagree from my perspective of having one directly in front of my home. I notice the “overall” difference in my area. Do all cars slow down to or near the speed limit? Wishful thinking that all will do so. It has also seemed to cut down on the volume of weekend cut-through traffic.

GCA Scholarship. Notice the application for this great community benefit on page 8. Don’t ignore this opportunity for a GCA member or a resident child of a GCA member who best deserves this attractive financial help.

Greenbriar Citizen of the Year. Please also note the nomination form for the 2016 Citizen of the Year on page 17. Please nominate anyone you feel has made a positive impact on the community or in your own area of the neighborhood. I know there are many people in Greenbriar who deserve recognition for the contributions they make to our community. It is up to you to bring them to our attention. Nominations will close on May 10, and we will present the award at our June 7 annual meeting.

Greenbriar Flyer Historical Record. Past GCA president Emerson Cale began an initiative back in 2008 to create a digital record of the Flyer for posterity. Emerson asked me to act on this more than a year ago, and the microfiche records of the Flyer have been distributed among various entities. I have since made all the necessary contacts with key individuals involved in proceeding with this initiative. As of this writing, it is still too early to give a hard estimate of the overall cost or to know whether it will be done centrally through the library or through a vendor the library uses for this purpose. We will need to consider a number of factors before making a decision on the ultimate approach and budget for this worthy effort.

GCA “Value Added” Initiatives. During our February board meeting, we discussed ideas to create more perceived value to GCA membership. I read occasional input from residents’ suggestions in this area on the Facebook pages. What I want and need is for residents to show up at our board meetings to have an open discussion. Take advantage of this opportunity to meet your board! We meet at 7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month at the Cale Community Center.

Fairfax County Community and Neighborhood Leaders Conference. I, among others, have been invited to this second annual meeting at Falls Church High School on March 5, 2016. This will be a great opportunity to network with other community and county leaders to discuss issues of mutual concern. I hope to bring back ideas that could be useful to our community’s current and future needs.

I look forward to seeing everyone around the neighborhood … hopefully, not knee deep in snow and ice.

GCA Calendar of EventsContact: Sandy Williams 703-378-6984

Date & Time Event & Location Contact Tuesday, March 1 GCA Board Meeting Pres. Vince Krevinas 7:30 p.m. Cale Community Center 703-818-1225 4615 Stringfellow Road

Saturday, March 19 Easter Egg Hunt Sandy Williams Promptly at 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Greenbriar Commons Park 703-378-6984 RAIN OR SHINE (next to Greenbriar Pool) VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Saturday, April 2 Spring Clean-Up Sandy Williams 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Meet at Greenbriar Commons Park 703-378-6984 RAIN DATE: April 9 (next to Greenbriar Pool)

Saturday, May 14 Community Wide Yard Sale Sandy Williams 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Your yard or driveway 703-378-6984 RAIN DATE: May 15 No need to register

GREENBRIAR CIVIC ASSOCIATION, INC.

P.O. Box 220239Chantilly, VA 20153-0239

2015–2016 GCA BOARD President Vince Krevinas 703-818-1225 Vice President Joe Dettor 703-631-9719 Treasurer Jacqueline Marquez-Downie 703-919-8976 Secretary Barbara Levermann 703-631-7830

District 1 Representatives: District 2 Representatives: A. Brandon Gotwalt 703-581-7751 A. Sandy Williams 703-378-6984 B. Jim Rybicki 703-378-7809 B. Tina Campbell 703-815-4463 C. John Ware 703-378-8551 C. Dennis Bell 703-928-4428

District 3 Representatives: District 4 Representatives: A. Chris Howland 703-802-6774 A. Brian Jarvis 757-335-1203 B. Joe Marr 703-862-7500 B. Debbie Legieza 703-502-0849 C. Mike Frizell 703-830-2348 C. Reggie West 703-263-0783

GCA Committees and Activities Community Events Sandy Williams 703-378-6984 Welcome Kits Janet Goodgion 703-968-7384 Community Center Rentals Chad Smillie 703-378-6911 Greenbriar Community Center Chair Vince Krevinas 703-818-1225 Greenbriar Flyer Leona (Lee) Conley [email protected]

Thank-a-Neighbor — Greenbriar GratitudesIs there someone you would like to thank for a kind or noteworthy act? Submit your gratitude with the name of the person(s), Greenbriar street name and a description of the act along with your name, address and phone number.

March 2016 Page 3greenbriar flyerGreenbriar Civic AssociationBoard Meeting MinutesJanuary 5, 2016

President Vince Krevinas called the meeting to order at 7:34 p.m. The board approved the minutes of the December 1, 2015, meeting as written and distributed. Treasurer Jacqueline Marquez-Downie reviewed the December 31, 2015, financial report and noted that we now have 1,149 GCA members and $142,152.80 in our accounts. The board accepted the financials as presented. Vince asked board members for their suggestions on ways to enhance value in the community. District 1A representative Brandon Gotwalt recommended that we pursue district 4A representative Brian Jarvis’ previous suggestion to approach retailers at Greenbriar Town Center to offer discounts to GCA members. Other suggestions included holding a community picnic in Greenbriar Commons Park to kick off the membership drive; hosting a guest speaker program at the Cale Community Center; updating the kitchen and decorations at the CCC; hosting a family movie night in the park; and installing additional picnic tables and benches and planting new trees in the park. Vince will contact the Fairfax County Park Authority to see what the procedures and costs would be for the last suggestion. Vince noted that we had received GCA membership dues from two non-residents who believed they would benefit from the GCA member discount on CCC rentals. CCC manager Chad Smillie said he would contact the renters to let them know that is not the case. Resident Lew Motter expressed his concerns about the possibility of the traffic-calming devices on Middle Ridge Drive and elsewhere having a detrimental effect on the resale value of homes and discouraging potential homebuyers from moving into the community. He requested that the GCA poll the entire community on any future proposals to install traffic-calming devices rather than just the residents on and adjacent to the affected street. Resident Dominick Feriozzi expressed his concerns about the repercussions to other streets in the neighborhood when traffic-calming devices are installed, stating that it increases the volume of traffic on neighboring streets as drivers find other routes through the neighborhood to avoid the speed humps. He recommended that the GCA adopt a community plan to address these concerns in future. Vince noted that VDOT has specific procedures that must be followed on traffic-calming requests. The request must originate from residents themselves. VDOT then undertakes a traffic study to determine if the volume and speed of traffic meets its requirements. If yes, the residents must then hold a community meeting to get feedback on the proposal and then obtain signatures of residents affected by the installation. Finally, VDOT requires that the requesting residents distribute a paper ballot by hand to the residents it determines must approve the proposal. Three board members who are also real estate professionals assured Mr. Motter that they have never encountered any concerns from potential buyers about traffic-calming devices in a neighborhood. Secretary Barbara Levermann recommended that the board review and update the GCA Bylaws, which are out of date. She will forward a marked-up draft with recommended changes to the board for consideration. The meeting adjourned at 8:53 p.m.

NEW TO GREENBRIAR?

The Greenbriar Civic Association would like to welcome you to Greenbriar by

presenting you with a welcome kit. To obtain your kit, call Janet Goodgion at

703-968-7384.

Next Greenbriar Flyer DeadlineMarch 11, 2016, 7 P.M.


Adventures in Drivingby Angela D. Glascock, Editorial Writer

Is anyone else in the “hood” stressed out by having to make that left turn into Greenbriar from the road that leads to King of Kings Lutheran Church and Birch Pond? The name of the road is Kings Way; the road sign has a smaller sign underneath that says “To Dogberry Ln.” Each morning when I drive through that intersection, either going to or coming from the road to Dogberry Lane, it’s like an adventure. I have to mentally prepare myself and be on high alert. Will I turn from Middle Ridge Drive onto Kings Way and find someone driving down the wrong way toward me again? Into oncoming traffic? The time that happened, the person had to reverse back up the road and get back in line. I was a trifle annoyed. Each time I sit in line leaving the King of Kings/Birch Pond area, I observe at least one car get out of line, pass about ten cars and cruise through the intersection, gambling that another car won’t come barreling around the corner from Middle Ridge Drive. Clearly, their time is more important, and they aren’t going to wait their turn with the rest of us chumps. Nope, they are going to drive in the opposite lane, possibly into oncoming traffic, and skip ahead. I guess the rest of us are too dull-witted to think of and go through with such a clever plan to avoid the dreaded task of waiting. I am surprised (and thankful) I haven’t yet witnessed a crash. After you wait ever so patiently and finally arrive at the stop sign to either turn left onto Middle Ridge, right on Route 50 or continue straight, there is the pressure of taking your turn immediately. I have learned that if you hesitate too long to make sure the path is clear, people will pass you on your left (again, driving the wrong way in the lane). This can be quite startling when you aren’t expecting a car to be coming from behind you on the left like that — you know, in the wrong lane and all — and you make your legal left turn and … oh, sugar! That was a near miss! Hoooooooooonk! I have no illusions that I am a perfect and errorless driver. I am guilty of driving while sleepy, driving while hollering at the kids to stop fighting, and of being overly cautious (read: too slow to go when the light changes/my turn comes). I can be an impatient driver, but I am usually able to keep that impatience contained within the car, subjecting only my passengers to my ranting about people who, for example, drive twenty miles below the posted speed limit on a road where they can’t be passed. I am guilty of honking angrily, too, though I usually try to be forgiving. Sometimes I forget to be forgiving. If someone scares me like the person I mentioned earlier, then I will honk and give a sarcastic thumbs up while a stream of profanity pours from my mouth and I silently give thanks that the kids aren’t in the car. Recently, when driving home from Germantown, Maryland, one night, I was tired from a seemingly endless day. I stopped at a stop sign, then proceeded to wait for the light to change. At the stop sign! I was that tired. The person who stopped behind me was understanding and gave me time to realize that this particular “light” was never going to turn green. I have mellowed immensely over the years. I definitely still have my lapses in good judgment, and I still think that if you’re bad when you’re alive, you will end up in an eternal traffic jam when you die. But I hope I will never be found driving down the wrong side of the road to avoid waiting in line for my turn … as tempting as that might be. Drive safe, Greenbriar!

Bruce’s Landscape Services, LLC 703-860-7576

New customers only - 1 free mowing after 4 consecutive mowings

We only use 21” mowers

● Lawn Mowing

● Edging and Mulching

● Weeding

● Aeration & Overseeding

● Pruning of shrubs

● Spring Clean-up

● Tree & shrub Install

● Drainage solutions

Thank a NeighborGreenbriar Gratitudes

Extra thanks to Jeanette and Richard Cole, Mercury Lane, from four of your neighbors for the use of your snow blower as part of a duo of snow blowers that cleared our driveways on Sunday, January 24, 2016. Also, our special thanks to Clinton of Mercury Lane who operated the second snow blower and cleared at least two other driveways on our street by himself.Submitted by: Frank Latessa, Mercury Lane

Kudos to Kirby Meade on Moss Ranch Lane, who cleared the sidewalks for 10 houses several times during the storm and again the next day. He also cleared several driveways and helped to clear others.Submitted by: Edie Eshbaugh, Moss Ranch Lane

The lower end of Mount Royal has some great neighbors. Thanks to the Cortez family for their expert snow removal — and special thanks to the kids, Emily and Geo — for helping their dad and mom with the extra cleanup. Great job!

Also, a thank you to Miles and Maggie McKeown — they cleaned up the sidewalks and our driveway during the pre-storm the day before — and that was a nice gesture on their part. Hope the cookies they received as payment were enough to cover the cost of their services.Submitted by: Rosanna and Bruce Hoverman, Mount Royal Lane

I just wanted to let you know that we have a great bunch of neighbors here on Pennerview Lane. Among them is Nick Marrotta, who saw my husband and me (mostly my husband) starting into the gargantuan task of shoveling out our house — walks, porch and driveway — from under 2-3 feet of snow Sunday morning. A new neighbor had let him borrow his snow blower, and he made the three-hour job so much shorter than it would have been otherwise. Another neighbor, Dave Olson, also came by to help. We got the worst of it done, and then they went on to help other neighbors on the block. We thank all our kind neighbors, the Martinezes for the use of their blower and Nick and Dave for helping clear the driveway! God bless you all!Submitted by: Nancy and Dennis Yenke, Pennerview Lane

We would like to express our gratitude and say a great big thank you to our wonderful friends and neighbors, Carlos, Emis and their terrific children, who came over to Mariner Lane and helped dig us out of our recent snowstorm! We really appreciate their thoughtfulness and time given to shovel the large amount of snow that had so quickly accumulated on our driveway and front walk. We are really lucky to have such kind and helpful friends in our neighborhood!Submitted by: Pam Bolt, Mariner Lane

My husband and I would like to thank the two young men who came and helped my husband clean out our driveway after the storm. We had been doing a little bit at a time ourselves for a couple days. One young man’s name is Dave, and he called a friend who had a snow blower. They proceeded to clear our driveway and also our neighbor’s across the street. I noticed the friend with the snow blower had a sign on his truck of Joe’s Realtor. I think it was Joe Dettor. My elderly mother-in-law lives with us and is in hospice care, so we really needed the driveway cleared quickly in case of an emergency. Thanks to Dave and Joe, we didn’t have to worry. Your kindness was greatly appreciated!Submitted by: Alberta and Carl Hebert, Middle Ridge Drive

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It’s Scholarship Time ...

For the 22nd year, the Western Fairfax County Woman’s Club will be awarding one or more scholarships to Chanilly High School female graduates, who will be attending a Virginia university. A 3.2 GPA is required for eligibility.

Please see the woman’s club Web site at www.wfcwc.org for more information and an application form. Or telephone the Scholarship Chair Joyce Brotton at 703-378-5124. Deadline for application is May 20.

WFCWC Presents “Mental Illness in the Family: A Mom’s Story”

GFWC Western Fairfax County Woman’s Club (WFCWC) will host Ms. Joanna Walker at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 21, at the Cale Community Center. Ms. Walker will relate the story of a very difficult time for her family when her son, who was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, was spiraling out of control. After periods of homelessness and jail, he is now living with his parents. Thanks to doctors, therapists, medication compliance and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), he is now in recovery. Ms. Walker will discuss how she came to join NAMI of Northern Virginia five years ago and its role in providing support, education and hope to individuals and families whose lives have been affected by mental illness.

Ms. Walker is a trained support group facilitator and currently leads both family support and peer support groups. She is the volunteer coordinator of the NAMI Nova helpline and has been a member of the board since 2013, serving as chairman for the last year. In June 2015, she was selected as the Human Rights Award Recipient by the Fairfax County Human Rights Commission for her work with Concerned Fairfax and her efforts, with other members, in writing a guide for families of individuals with mental illness who are in the Fairfax jail. She is a citizen lobbyist, advocating for improvements in mental health care at local, state and national levels.

NAMI Northern Virginia provides a wide variety of programs and classes that are free to participants. It also runs a helpline, provides peer support partners for families navigating county services for children, and has a strong advocacy group working to make positive changes in our mental health systems in Fairfax, Falls Church and other areas in Northern Virginia. In 2015, NAMI Northern Virginia reached more than 8,000 program participants, providing hope and the message: “You are not alone.”

WFCWC is affiliated with the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC), a unifying force bringing together local women’s clubs, with members dedicated to strengthening their communities and enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service. With 100,000 members in affiliated clubs in every state and more than a dozen countries, GFWC members are community leaders who work locally to create global change by supporting the arts, preserving natural resources, advancing education, promoting healthy lifestyles, encouraging civic involvement, and working toward world peace and understanding. For more information, please visit www.GFWC.org.

WFCWC usually meets at 7 p.m. on the third Monday of the month, September through May, at the Cale Community Center, 4615 Stringfellow Road. Guests are welcome and admission is free. For more information about WFCWC, please visit our Web site at www.wfcwc.org or call Mary Jane Hasselkus at 703-378-4250.

“A Recipe for Murder”

WFCWC Chantilly High School Scholarship Fundraiser

Enjoy this delectable night of mystery, intrigue and laughter!

Saturday, April 9, 2016

9908 Fairfax Boulevard, Fairfax, VA 22030

$60 per person; includes tax and gratuity. Choice of four entrees. Cash bar available.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. — show begins at 7 p.m. Reservations required. All sales final.

Purchase tickets online at wfcwc.org or call us at 703-378-7054.

Audience participation encouraged but not required.

In affiliation with the General Federation of Women’s Clubs and GFWC Virginia, WFCWC is dedicated to the betterment of our community through volunteer service. WFCWC is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization. Donations to the club are tax deductible within IRS guidelines.

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Going to the Post Officeby Norma Pace

I needed information about forwarding my mail, so I went on line and tried to log onto the U.S. Postal Service Web site. I needed to fill in boxes with my user name and password, but I couldn’t remember them. Bummer. Sometime ago, I know I filled in a user name and password, but I had no clue what they were. I decided it might be easier to fill out the form as a “new customer,” so I filled in everything but got a message stating that this info was already on file. Foiled again. I found the phone number for our 22033 post office and called to see if they could help me over the phone. The answer was, “No.” If I wanted help, my only choice was to go directly to the post office. Going to the post office has never been easy for me. If I had a large package to mail, there was always a long line, and my arms were aching by the time I reached the counter. But into my very cold car, I drove to our local post office. If I needed info, this was what I had to do. I knew it would take a long time based on past, sad experiences. When I arrived at the post office, one of the automatic doors was not working. Why do they call it an automatic door if it’s not working? I walked into the main lobby and looked around. Some people were sort of in a line while others were just milling around. A gentleman wearing a warm winter coat looked like he was in a line, so I said, “Pardon me, sir. I need to get a number and get in line, but I don’t see the dispenser to retrieve a number and can’t figure out where the line ends.” “There are no numbers available because the automatic dispenser is not here. I‘m not sure if this is the end of the line.” he said. So I asked a gentleman who was holding a cardboard container, which I assumed he was trying to mail, and asked him if he were in line. “I have no idea where the line begins or ends, and I’m very confused.” Here was a kindred soul who was as confused as I was about the correct protocol at the post office. I got in line behind Mr. Warm Coat and began reading the labels on boxes along the counter that held papers, cards, pens and folders. This counter was located right in front of the main section of the post office where post office employees were waiting to help people behind another counter. I looked for a “forwarding mail” label but could not find it. The gentleman ahead of Mr. Warm Coat was also reading the labels, and I asked him if he saw the forwarding mail cards. He shook his head and said, “No.” After waiting for 10 minutes, a gentleman behind the service counter looked at me and said, “Next!” So

I went to his station. He was tall and had caring eyes, so I explained that I needed info about forwarding my mail. He gave me a yellow card and yelled to the lady at the next station who had people just milling around. It looked like she was trying to solve a customer’s dilemma. I’m here and I have a dilemma, so I must be in the correct line. Help is in front of me. She had an anxious face and said something, but I could not figure out what she was saying. So, I waited and waited. I was in the milling-around group of people, just switching from one foot to the other as I waited for help. She finally got to me and said something. I caught every other word and realized that English was not her first language. All I had to do was focus all my energy on listening, smiling and occasionally nodding my head. Eventually, I would be able to fill out the yellow card to complete my mission. Being the kind, patient person I am, I smiled at her. We walked over to the counter, and I listened to her as she pointed to the different boxes to fill out on my card. My ears were poised to hear every sound she made, and I leaned in as far as I could to figure out what I needed to know. I had no choice but to occasionally say, “I’m sorry. Could you please repeat that for me?” And she did. I smiled as much as I could. I knew she was trying her best to give me directions, but it was so hard to comprehend what she was saying. Finally, I got it! I wanted to hug this kind, dark-eyed lady who tried her very best to convey instructions for me to follow. But it is not appropriate, politically correct behavior to hug postal employees, so I gave her a big smile and said, “You have been so patient with me, and I thank you for your help.” She smiled at me and walked away to assist another lone soul who was in the sort of fog I was in when I entered our local post office 30 minutes earlier. I began putting in numbers and words on the yellow card. She had told me to return to the gentleman behind the counter who gave me the yellow card, and he would finish the process for me. I think my ears were tired of straining, and I began breathing slowly and quietly. This had been a very intense conversation for me, and I felt like a washcloth that had just been rung out The kind gentleman with caring eyes yelled for me to come back to him for help. I walked over and gave him my credit card to cover the cost of forwarding my mail. I said very softly so no one else could hear me, “If I were you working here at this post office as you do, I would have to begin taking Valium or take up drinking something stronger than ice water to walk through those doors and begin my day’s work here!” He just laughed and said, “I’ve been doing this for a very long time, and this is just another day at the office for me.” I am so glad I chose to teach young children and never considered working at the post office …


Egg-cellent Fun from the Fairfax County Park Authority!Sunday, March 13

Animal Egg Mobile Workshop. Create a spring mobile of your favorite pond animals from plastic eggs at Hidden Pond Nature center from 2 to 3:30 p.m. All materials will be provided. The workshop is designed for children ages 3-12, and an adult must accompany the child. $8 per child; no charge for adults. Call 703-451-9588 for more information.

Saturday, March 19

Easter Egg Hunt at Colvin Run Mill Historic Site. Hunt for eggs filled with treats and treasures and make egg-cellent crafts to take home. Bring your own basket. Egg hunts for children ages 2-3 will take place at 10 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.; 4-5 year olds at 10:45 a.m.; and 6-8 year olds at 11:30 a.m. $6 per child. Rain or shine. Call 703-759-2771 for more information.

Easter Eggstravaganza at Frying Pan Farm Park. Hunt for eggs that contain treats and prizes and visit with farm animals. Egg hunts for children ages 1-4 will begin at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 noon and 1 p.m.; ages 1-6 at 2 and 3 p.m. $6 per child. A weather decision will be made by 8 a.m. The weather makeup date is March 20. Call 703-437-9101 for more information.

Easter Egg Hunt at Sully Historic Site. Bring your baskets and hunt for Easter eggs from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Join the egg roll, visit baby animals, see the Easter Bunny and make an Easter craft. This event is for children ages 2-8. $6 per child. Rain date is March 20. Call 703-437-1794 for more information.

Sunday, March 20

Easter Egg Hunt at Lake Fairfax Park. Hunt for eggs filled with treats and treasures. Hunts for children ages 1-4 will begin at 11 a.m., 12 noon, 12:45 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. The hunt for children ages 5-7 begins at 3 p.m. $6 per child. Call 703-471-5414 for more information.

Saturday, March 26

Easter Egg Hunt at Clemyjontri. Come for egg hunts, crafts and photo ops with the Easter Bunny. Egg hunts begin every 30 minutes: 10 and 10:30 a.m. for children ages 1-9; 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12 noon and 12:30 p.m. for 1-3 year olds; 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. for ages 4-6. $6 per child. Preregistration required. Carousel rides will be available for $1.75 per child. Call 703-288-2807 for registration and more information.

Easter Egg Hunt at Nottoway Park. Bring a basket and hunt for candy and eggs filled with treats. Take a photo with the Easter Bunny. An egg hunt for children ages 1-2 will begin at 10:30 a.m.; ages 3-4 at 11 a.m.; ages 5-6 at 11:30 a.m.; and ages 7-9 at 12 noon. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. in the picnic shelter. $10 per child, cash only. A weather decision will be made by 8:30 a.m. Call 703-938-7532 for more information.

Preregistration recommended. Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks to register and for directions to the parks.


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St. Paddy’s Fun with the Fairfax County Park AuthoritySaturday, March 12

Family Fun — St. Paddy’s Peas and Potatoes, St Patrick’s Day is the traditional day to plant potatoes. Come to Green Spring Gardens from 1-2 p.m. and listen to tales of Ireland and leprechauns, sample spuds, and plant peas and potatoes in our garden. This event is for participants age 5 and older. $6 per person. Call 703-642-5173 for more information.

Sunday, March 13, and Thursday, March 17

Green is Great. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Hidden Oaks Nature Center by learning about plants and animals that are green. Go on a green treasure hunt, paint with shades of green, and meet a green turtle. This event is for children ages 2-8 and runs from 1:30-2:15 p.m. on March 13 and from 4-4:45 p.m. on March 17. $6 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 703-941-1065 for more information.

Sunday, March 13

Wear Green Campfire. Meet at Cabell’s Mill at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park wearing your best green this St. Patrick’s Day and help find things wearing green in the meadow from 4-5 p.m. Toast marshmallows at the campfire. This event is for participants age 2 through adult. $6 per person. Please register an adult with your child. Call 703-631-0013 for more information.

Preregistration recommended. Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks to register and for directions to the parks.


Greenbriar Civic Association 2016 Scholarship Application

The GCA will award a $2,500 scholarship to a Greenbriar student who is a resident or whose parents/guardians are residents and current members of the GCA. We require proof of acceptance to or current enrollment in an accredited college, university or vocational/technical school, including online institutions. A GPA of 3.2 is recommended but not required. All material submitted will be considered in the scholarship award. Name: _______________________________ Age: ____ Telephone: ___________________

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_________________________________________ _____________________ Student Signature Date Please return this completed application, along with a copy of your school transcript (photocopy acceptable), two teacher recommendations and required attachments to the GCA, Post Office Box 220239, Chantilly, VA 20153-0239, no later than May 13, 2016.

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Recipes and MemoriesA Collection of Recipes and Family Memories

by Rosannah Hoverman

To me, “comfort food” means a bowl of homemade soup. Family recipes for the best homemade soups were not necessarily written down. Yes, there is a certain procedure for beef stew — brown the meat, then put it in a soup pot with carrots, potatoes, onions, etc. But this is where things can get rather interesting! Back in the day, women would toss in any leftover vegetable (peas, green beans, tomatoes), and, suddenly, you were looking at vegetable beef stew.

This is the case with Barszcz, a Polish beet soup. Growing up, I was used to a lighter version of this soup made simply with beets and broth; a heartier version may include vegetables, meats, mushrooms and even beans. Originally, this family version of beet soup said only, “cook beets until tender; remove skins and dice.” My mother would have boiled the beets; I’ve tried baking or roasting the beets, and it gives it a totally different flavor.

Barszcz – Polish Beet Soup

4 or 5 small beets (about 2” diameter)1 quart beef broth¼ cup flour1 teaspoon parsley flakessour cream (garnish)

Cook beets until tender (roast in a 350 degree oven for about 20 minutes, test for doneness). Boil the broth; add diced or grated beets to the broth. Add parsley flakes.

Make a thick paste of the flour and some cold water. Add to hot beet mixture and stir until thickened.

When serving, add a large tablespoonful of sour cream to each bowl.

Mothers seem to have favorite food stories related to some event with their children. My mother-in-law always mentioned the day her youngest son was born. Her own mother was there at home, making potato soup for everyone. For some reason, this soup is now one of the favorites of that baby; so, as the wife of that baby, I needed to learn how to make it. You might think,

“What’s the big deal, it’s just potato soup?” Not exactly; you might actually call it “meat and potato” soup.

Grandmother Kreischer’s Potato Soup with Rivals*

1 pound good ground beef (sirloin works well, something with as little fat as possible)6 cups good beef broth3-4 stalks celery (including the leaves), finely chopped1 large onion, finely chopped3-4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced1 egg, well beaten½ teaspoon salt1 cup flourparsley for garnish*Rivals are also known as dumplings.

Place the ground beef in a soup kettle on low heat to just simmer, not fry, the beef. As it cooks, add the onion and celery. Add the beef broth and bring back to a simmer, adding the diced potatoes.

Make the rivals: mix egg, flour and salt. When potatoes are tender, bring the soup almost to boiling;

tear off and drop small pieces of the rivals into the boiling mixture. Cook about ten minutes more.

Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley — especially nice if you have fresh, finely minced parsley.

And now for something totally different: dessert made with soup! This recipe has been in my family for more than sixty years. I have an old church cookbook (circa 1950) with this recipe as a contribution from one of my aunts.

Tomato Soup Cake

1 tablespoon butter1 cup sugar1 can condensed tomato soup1 ½ cups flour1 teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon cinnamon½ teaspoon cloves¼ teaspoon nutmeg½ cup chopped walnuts½ cup raisins

Cream the butter and sugar together. Add tomato soup. Sift dry ingredients and add to soup mixture. Add nuts and raisins. Place in an 8” by 8” square pan that has been lightly sprayed with Pam. Bake in a moderate oven (350 degrees) for 30-35 minutes.

Cream Cheese Topping

1 cup cream cheese2 cups confectioners’ sugar

You may need more confectioners’ sugar depending upon how smooth and creamy you like it. Spread on top of the cake. Or you can just sprinkle confectioners’ sugar on the top.

Next month: Brunch or Breakfast? If you have recipes to share, please send to [email protected] with the subject line “Stirring Up Memories.”

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Some Simple Steps to Stay Safe in Fairfax County Parks

With a population of more than 1.1 million people, Fairfax County enjoys a low crime rate when compared to other urban municipalities of its size, but thefts and break-ins can happen — even in the county’s pastoral parks and busy recreation centers.

The Fairfax County Park Authority wants everyone to know that some simple steps can help to ensure your next walk in the woods or weight-room workout are incident-free. Fairfax County police say there are three personal safety tips that everyone should know:

Stay alert — Be aware of your surroundings.Be confident — Walk with confidence and purpose.Trust your instincts — Learn to trust intuition and react

to unsettled feelings.Never make the chance to commit a crime easy for a

criminal. Lock the doors on your car, park in well-lit areas, and don’t leave tempting items in sight. While swimming, skating or working out, make use of RECenter lockers to secure your belongings. And leave valuables at home.

When walking in public, the police recommend carrying a cell phone and letting family and friends know where you will be. It’s also a good idea to go with someone, if possible, and don’t carry large sums of money. Report any suspicious people or activity to the police.

For additional information, please contact the Public Information Office at 703-324-8662.

Crime in Fairfax County Parks — Fact SheetFairfax County Police report that, fortunately, there are very

few violent crimes in Fairfax County, but even park patrons can fall victim to criminals who break into cars or disrupt leisurely walks in the woods. The police say crime occurs year-round, but there is generally an increase in criminal activity in recreational/park locations in warmer months, between April and August.

If you see something suspicious or are the victim of a crime, do not wait to call the police. The sooner you call, the more likely police will be able to locate a suspect, individual or vehicle. You are not bothering them by calling!

Some simple tips from the police can help you and your property stay safe from crime.

On trails and pathways:• Try not to go out alone; if you do, make sure someone

knows where you will be and when you expect to return.

• If possible, avoid using trails after dark (FCPA parks are closed after dark with few exceptions).

• Do not use headphones at a high volume; make sure you can hear what’s going on around you.

• Always look ahead and see what or who is around you. Also, if exercising, watch out for potholes, gates and other patrons/passersby and obey traffic signals to avoid injury.

• Carry your cell phone with you at all times and pre-program 9-1-1 into your phone.

• Call 9-1-1 if you feel you are in imminent danger.• Call the non-emergency number if you see any

suspicious activity, such as any person, noise, car or event that doesn’t feel right to you. The non-emergency number in Fairfax County is 703-691-2131. It might be beneficial to pre-program your local police’s non-emergency number into your phone, too.

Many criminals target vehicles in the parking lot. When in a parking lot:

• Always lock your car doors, and if driving to a trail or park, leave your valuables at home! If you do bring them, lock them in the trunk, but beware of someone watching you do this. Valuables commonly stolen from parked vehicles include GPS units, laptop computers, blue tooth devices, CDs and purses/wallets.

• Remove any empty bags or briefcases from your vehicle to allay criminals’ curiosity.

• Clean the GPS suction cup circle from your windshield.

Additional information from the police:• Our officers frequently and proactively patrol the

county’s trails and pathways on foot, particularly in areas known to have higher crime.

• In addition to our patrol officers, each of our eight substations has a Neighborhood Patrol Unit (“bike


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their bicycles day and nighttime hours and engage residents at community events.

• Officers may also patrol on foot and occasionally conduct plain-clothes operations.

Crime Prevention Officers interact directly with residents in the community by providing home and business safety inspections, hosting Neighborhood Watch and Citizens’ Advisory meetings, and answering any safety or crime-prevention questions residents in their districts might have.

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Fair Oaks Police District – A 92-year-old woman was watching television in her living room of her Greenbriar area home, around noon, not long ago when an unfamiliar man appeared. She called to him and he abruptly fled.

A few days earlier, a 74-year-old woman in a nearby neighborhood arrived home around 5 p.m. to find her back door ajar and items from several rooms in the home disturbed, amiss and missing. Several pieces of missing jewelry were of sentimental value so the victim distributed flyers around the neighborhood in an effort to track down a suspect.

With investigative leads, detectives were able to link the cases. Along with helpful neighborhood tips, efforts from officers from the Fair Oaks Bike Team, and the dynamic sensory performance of K-9 Bloodhound team Shnoz and handler, Officer Pete Masood, suspects were subsequently developed and two people were arrested on January 23. Michael Harkins, 19, 12729 Marboro Lane was charged with two counts of burglary and one count of grand larceny. A 17-year-old juvenile was also charged with the same offenses. The investigation continues.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS/8477, e-mail at www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES/274637 or call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131.


Greenbriar Kids’ KornerEaster Basket Cupcakes

These cupcakes are the perfect treat for class snacks or dessert. They are easy to make and super cute! Simply follow these instructions:

1. Make your favorite cupcakes — chocolate, vanilla or whatever.

2. Ice the cupcakes with your favorite white icing dyed green with food coloring.

3. Top icing with green sprinkles or coconut dyed green with food coloring. To dye coconut, simply put shredded coconut in a container, add a couple of drops of green food coloring, close the container and shake. It really looks like Easter basket grass!

4. Place three jellybeans, M&Ms or any egg-shaped candy on top of the icing to look like Easter eggs. Be sure to add the candy while the icing is still wet so they stick to the icing.

5. Twist two pipe cleaners together and bend them to look like the basket handle.

6. Enjoy!

Help the Easter Bunny find his eggs

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Find something small to be your game piece — pennies and dimes work great!

Use one die to roll and move your game piece accordingly.

Follow the directions on each space.

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Help the Easter Bunny find his eggs

Directions

Find something small to be your game piece — pennies and dimes work great!

Use one die to roll and move your game piece accordingly.

Follow the directions on each space.

Get creative. Add your own directions to any blank space.

Have fun!


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Fairfax is Growing into an Innovation Hub

Fairfax County is turning into an innovation hub in the D.C. region due to the growth in scientific research happening here, say officials.

This is critical to grow and diversify the county’s economy, and Fairfax is working to create innovation hubs as part of its strategic economic plan to kick start greater growth.

Officials point to recent developments that demonstrate the area’s emergence as a technology and biotechnology center.

For example, George Mason University received the highest ranking for research activity from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. One of the reasons for this top classification was its increase in research spending, driven by a growth in science and engineering dollars.

Virginia Tech is working on expanding its role as an innovation hub in the region, and it plans to play a leading role in promoting regional innovation, entrepreneurship, technology transfer and translational research. The university is looking to grow in the areas of cyber security, genomics and other emerging fields.

“We’re looking at doing that in the National Capital Region specifically because of its importance to the Commonwealth, so places like Fairfax and the surrounding counties are very important for us to consider as we look forward in that plan,” said Steven McKnight, Virginia Tech’s vice president for National Capital Region.

Private sector players, like Inova Health Systems, are playing a major role, too. At Exxon Mobil’s former 117-acre campus in Fairfax, the health care provider will be creating a center for personalized medicine. It includes an advanced cancer care and research center, research labs and a biotech incubator.

At this new campus, Inova will focus on genomics and bioinformatics research, and the institution entered into a

partnership with George Mason University at the end of last year. Two shared research facilities will be based at the campus, and Mason’s researchers will bring their expertise in proteomics, the study of proteins.

This focus on biotech is central to the state’s new economy, Governor Terry McAuliffe has said.

Biotech and six other knowledge-based industries accounted for 800,000 jobs in the D.C. metro area in 2014, according to an analysis by the 2030 Group. This area coalition of universities, business leaders and others found that these seven industry clusters grew by 15 percent from 2003 to 2014 — compared to nine percent for the region’s economy as a whole.

Economists have found a strong link between research and economic competitiveness. Universities and other research institutions help generate the innovations that can lead to new jobs, industries and economic expansion.

Clustering this activity geographically helps create knowledge networks that spark innovation and entrepreneurship.

“Innovation districts represent the new geography of research in the United States,” says Scott Andes, a senior policy analyst at Brookings. “They’re dense cores where there’s an unusual amount of activity, both residential, real estate, commercial activity, but then also research occurring inside transit-accessible areas that are connected with broadband and other amenities.” These districts are usually anchored by university, medical center or other major research facilities, says Brookings.

Outside the county, a good example is Research Triangle Park in North Carolina. Originally founded by three universities, RTP is now home to more than 200 companies and more than 50,000 experts in micro-electronics, biotechnology and more. The park produced more than 1,500 companies since 1970, according to a Duke University study. And since 1976, more than 3,500 patents have come from work done there.

Because of their outsized economic impact, Fairfax County is actively working to foster innovation hubs across the county

in places like Tysons, Reston and elsewhere. “Innovation districts are an opportunity to create unique places throughout the county where innovation, which is directly correlated to diversifying our economy, can take place,” said Fairfax County Deputy County Executive Rob Stalzer.

Learn more about the Strategic Plan to Facilitate Fairfax County’s Economic Success at http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/success.

Operating Hours are Changing at Fairfax County Dog Parks

The Fairfax County Park Authority made some changes to the operating hours at county dog parks as a result of newly enacted changes to the County’s Noise Ordinance that went into effect on February 17, 2016.

In the past, operating hours at the county’s off-leash dog parks were consistent with overall park operating hours — dawn to dusk. However, the Park Authority changed those operating hours to match what is required as part of the new Noise Ordinance.

The new hours are 7 a.m. to one-half hour after sunset Monday through Friday. On weekends and federal holidays, the hours are 8 a.m. to one-half hour after sunset. These hours became effective on February 17, 2016, and are in effect at all dog parks countywide.

All of the dog parks will have signs posted showing the new operating hours.

The change in the County’s Noise Ordinance addressed many noise-related issues, not just dog parks. Details can be found at Noise Ordinance Amendment at http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpz/zoning/noiseordinance.

For additional information, please contact the Public Information Office at 703-324-8662.


Chantilly Boys Indoor Track Wins Conference Championship Charger Brandon McGorty ran his 1,000-meter run in 2:34.49 to win and help lead his team to a Concorde League championship trophy on February 18 at the Prince George’s County Sports and Learning Complex. The Prince George’s facility is one of the only indoor track facilities in the area. It hosts many events, including the Concorde League Championships.

Sports Reportby Colin Barthel

McGorty was joined by Jose Diego Almodiel, who won the pole vault; Titus Jefferties, who won the 300 meter; and Justin Loh, who won the 55-meter dash to propel the chargers to victory.

Win Over Westfield Advances Girls Basketball to 16-6 Record Ahead of Conference Tournament The Chantilly girls beat Westfield by a score of 44-37 on February 9 at home to advance the season to 16 wins. Their record sets them up favorably going into the conference tournament starting on February 16. Earlier this season, the girls basketball team traveled to the elite “Shootout by the Sea” tournament in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where they won three games against nationally recognized schools. Keep charging into the post season, ladies!

Girls Gymnastics are Conference Champions The Chantilly girls outperformed their Concorde League rivals to capture the championship on February 3 at Centerville High School.

Chantilly High School Wins 2016 JEA First Amendment Press Freedom Award

Chantilly High School is one of 11 high schools from across the United States to be named a winner of the 2016 First Amendment Press Freedom Award by the Journalism Education Association (JEA). This is the second consecutive year that Chantilly High has won the award.

The award recognizes public and private high schools that actively support, teach and protect First Amendment rights and responsibilities of both students and teachers, with an emphasis on student-run media where students are responsible for all final decisions of content.

Winners were chosen by a committee made up of representatives from JEA, the National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA), and Quill and Scroll International Honorary Society.

Recipients will be recognized April 14 at the JEA-NSPA national high school journalism convention in Los Angeles.

Registration Now Open for Select 2016 Summer Programs

Registration is now open for the following Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) summer enrichment camps: Institute for the Arts (IFTA), Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA), STEM Camp, Tech Adventure Camp, and Lake Braddock Secondary School Extended Day Adult and Community Education (ACE) Enrichment programs.

General information and links to individual programs and registration are available online. Discounted tuition is available for IFTA, E-IFTA, STEM Camp and Tech Adventure Camp through April 8. Transportation is included in the tuition for all four camps. Students should register for programs based on the grade they are in during the current 2015-2016 school year. Details on each program are as follows:

Institute for the Arts (IFTA) will be held July 11-August 4 at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. IFTA is an arts enrichment program for students currently in grades 6-11. Students are scheduled into four classes; they may choose from more than 80 courses in dance, music, theatre and visual art. New this year: Students entering grades 9-12 may take the Self-Directed Economics and Personal Finance course as one of their four classes. Registration is open February 1-June 3.

Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) will be held

July 11-July 22 at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. E-IFTA is an arts camp for students currently in grades 3-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform and create. Students rotate through eight classes in the areas of dance, music, theatre and visual art. Registration is open February 1-June 24.

STEM Camp will be held in two sessions, July 11-July 15 and July 18-July 22, both from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily at Lake Braddock Secondary School. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Camp is a one-week camp for students currently in grades 3-5 to explore STEM-based careers and technology as they rotate through engaging activities, including robotics, 3D design and modeling, aerodynamics, and energy to inspire students around mathematics and scientific concepts. Please note: Both STEM sessions include identical content, so students should only register for one session. Registration is open February 1-May 27.

Tech Adventure Camp will be held July 25-August 5 at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for students currently in grades 5-7. This camp allows students to explore careers and technology by rotating through eight areas, including graphic design, automotive technology, culinary arts, robotics and computer technology. Registration is open February 1-June 24.

Adult and Community Education (ACE) Extended Day Enrichment Classes will be held July 11-August 5 at Lake Braddock Secondary School. They will begin after IFTA, E-IFTA, Tech Adventure Camp and STEM Camp end. These programs are for students currently in grades 1-11 and will provide a continuum of activities for students who want additional programs and activities. Programs will include Foreign Language Experience (FLEX), Culinary Adventure Camp, Language Immersion Camp, Creative Writing, Computer Graphics and Chess. Registration begins February 1 and remains open until classes are filled.

Adult and Community Education (ACE) Secondary Classes include Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) admissions test prep, SAT test prep, study skills and driver education at various locations. Registration begins February 29 and remains open until classes are filled.

In addition, FCPS will offer several other summer learning programs for students in all grades:

TJHSST Academic Summer School — This program will be held July 5-August 5 at Woodson High School. Current TJHSST students and incoming freshmen choose from a variety of courses for academic credit. Registration is open March 8-May 27.

TJHSST Middle School Summer Technology Institute — The Institute will be held July 11-August 5 at Woodson High School. Students currently in grades 7 and 8 will be introduced to STEM through weeklong sessions that

allow them to explore a STEM topic of interest. Registration is open March 11-April 29.

Self-Directed Economics and Personal Finance — This online course for current FCPS students only is pass/fail only and will be offered in two sessions. Session 1 will run from May 2-June 30; session 2 runs from July 5-August 3. Registration is open March 14-April 13 for session 1 and March 14-June 27 for session 2.

Credit Recovery Academy — This program will be held at Stuart High School, West Potomac High School and Herndon High School for students seeking to recover credit for high school-level courses. Courses run from July 11-29. Registration is open May 2-July 5.

SOL Remediation — This course is for middle and high school students who have passed a high school level course and need to pass the related SOL test. It will be held at Stuart High School, West Potomac High School and Herndon High School. Registration is open May 2-July 5.

SOL Test Only — This program is for seniors who plan to graduate by the end of August. It is for students who passed an SOL course but failed the SOL test. Registration is open May 2-July 5.

Summer Online Campus High School — This course provides credit recovery, acceleration and enrichment for middle school and high school students. Health & Physical Education (9 and 10) and Geometry Honors run July 5-August 5; all other courses run July 5-August 2. Registration is open May 2-June 24.

ESOL Online — The ESOL Online campus class provides FCPS middle and high school students the opportunity to engage in thematic lessons in an online environment with an ESOL teacher. Through this three-week class, students will continue developing their academic reading and writing skills in an online discussion with an ESOL teacher. This is a noncredit course that runs July 5-22. Registration is open May 2-May 27.

Extended School Year (ESY) Learning Communities — These services are for identified students with disabilities in accordance with their individualized education programs (IEPs). For additional information, see http://www.fcps.edu/dss/sei/summerschool.

Visit http://www.fcps.edu/is/summer for information about all FCPS Summer Learning Programs.

Register for summer programs online by visiting https://aceclasses.fcps.edu.

New Refund PolicyRefund requests must be submitted online; no paper

or e-mail requests will be accepted. To request a refund, visit https://aceclasses.fcps.edu and click Request Refund. Credit card payments minus a withdrawal fee will be refunded to the credit card account. Please allow several weeks for processing. Other refunds will be made by check and may take up to four weeks to process.

Refund cutoff dates and withdrawal fees for each program can be found by visiting http://www.fcps.edu/is/summer/refund.shtml. Requests submitted after the program’s deadline will not be considered.

Kindergarten Orientation/Registration

Greenbriar East Elementary School will be having its Kindergarten Orientation/Registration on Thursday, April 21, at 2:30 p.m. Please contact the school office at 703-633-6400 if you have any questions regarding the registration process.

Greenbriar West Elementary School is now accepting information for next year’s kindergarten classes. If you live within our boundaries and have a child who will turn 5 years of age by September 30, 2016, please call the school office at 703-633-6700 as soon as possible.


CITIZEN-OF-THE-YEAR NOMINATION FORM A GREENBRIAR CIVIC ASSOCIATION AWARD

Here’s your opportunity to recognize someone who has been an outstanding neighbor or community leader.

AWARD YEAR: For outstanding performance during the period June 2015 through May 2016 or for having contributed to the community on a sustained basis over a longer period of time. CRITERIA FOR NOMINATIONS: Individual nominated must have made an important contribution to the development and betterment of the Greenbriar community, through leadership, citizenship and interest in the Greenbriar community. NOMINATION PROCEDURE: Names of nominees for the award are to be submitted on this form. All nominations must be received by May 31, 2016. SELECTION COMMITTEE: The Selection Committee will be comprised of volunteers from outside Greenbriar. Date: ____________________

Nominee’s Name:

Address:

Spouse’s Name:

Children (Names and Ages):

Date Moved to Greenbriar:

Organizational Membership (List Groups):

Club/Civic Offices Held (List Titles and Dates of Service)

Describe the nominee’s accomplishments deserving of this recognition in the space provided below.

(Attach additional pages as necessary.)

Submitted by:

Address:

Phone: E-mail:

Return to: Greenbriar Civic Association, P.O. Box 220239, Chantilly, VA 20151

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Here’s How to Report Those Pesky Potholes

Potholes are a way of life on the roads as temperatures change in the winter and early spring. With the blizzard behind us and warmer temperatures right now, please report any potholes you encounter. Your car will thank you!

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) maintains most primary and secondary roads in the county and fixes potholes. You can look up who maintains every road in the county at http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news2/new-map-shows-who-maintains-roads-in-fairfax-county.

VDOT’s new online reporting tool makes it easier to pinpoint exactly where you see a pothole. You can also report potholes directly from your mobile device and include images (but not while driving!). Report potholes at https://my.vdot.virginia.gov.

You also can call VDOT at 1-800-FOR-ROAD (1-800-367-7623) to report potholes or to ask who maintains a road.

Potholes on Roads VDOT Does Not MaintainVDOT does not maintain all major roads in the area. If you

see potholes on the Dulles Toll Road, contact the Washington Metropolitan Airports Authority. For potholes on the GW Parkway, contact the National Park Service. Many private roads are maintained by businesses, apartment/condo complexes, homeowner/civic associations or residents. If you know there’s a pothole on a road that’s privately maintained, contact your HOA or the business that’s responsible.

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March 2016 Page 21greenbriar flyerChantilly Regional Library4000 Stringfellow Road, ChantillyMon.-Thurs. 10-9, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 1-5

Registration required unless otherwise noted. Call 703-502-3883, visit the library or log on to fairfaxcounty.gov/library/events up to two weeks before the event to register. Arrange for sign language interpreters, listening systems or real-time captioning when you register.

Adventures in Art. Explore the exciting world of art through a combination of stories and art projects. Come dressed to get messy! Ages 4-7 with caregiver. Wednesday, March 16, 7 p.m.

Basic Internet and Microsoft Office Tutoring. Get one-on-one help with computers, basic Microsoft Office applications and navigating the Internet. Call or visit the library to schedule an appointment. Adults.

Book a Librarian. Reserve a free 30-minute session with a professional librarian for personalized research help. Call or visit the library to request an appointment. All ages.

Book and Magazine Sales. Visit the hall for our ongoing sale of used books, magazines, DVDs and VHS tapes.

Bookalicious. Book discussion group for students in grades 3-4. Ask for title. Monday, March 7, 4:30 p.m.

Bouncin’ Babies. Rhymes, songs, stories and activities for you and your baby. Build an early literacy foundation for your child while enjoying your time together. Birth-11months with caregiver. Mondays, March 7, 14, 21 and 28, 10:30 a.m.

Budds to the Second. A book club for second graders. “Missing Monkey” by Mary Amato. Read the book at home and come to our book club to talk about it! Wednesday, March 9, 4:45 p.m.

Chantilly Book Discussion Group. “Me Before You,” a novel by Jojo Moyes. Adults. No registration required. Wednesday, March 9, 7:30 p.m.

eBook Office Hours. Call or stop by the library to schedule an appointment and get your eBook questions answered. Please bring your tablet or eReader and library card. Adults.

English Conversation Group. Practice your English with other students. Adults. Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 10:30 a.m.; Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 7 p.m.

ESL Book Club. Adults learning English meet to discuss a short story. Ask for title. Thursdays, March 3 and 17, 8 p.m.

Kaleidoscope Storytime: An Adaptive Storytime. Family sensory storytime focusing on the strengths and adapting to children on the autism spectrum and with other developmental challenges. Stories, songs and movement in a welcoming atmosphere. All ages. Wednesdays, March 16 and 23, 3 p.m.

Kinder-Budds. A book discussion group for kindergarteners. Ask for title. Friday, March 4, 4:30 p.m.

LEGO Block Party. Come show off your LEGO building skills. You bring your creativity, and we will provide the LEGOs. For students in grades 3-6. Thursday, March 24, 2 p.m.

LGBTQA+ Book Club. A book discussion group focusing on LGBTQA+ themes. Ask for title. For students in grades 9-12. Tuesday, March 8, 3:30 p.m.

Magic and Mayhem. A sci-fi/fantasy book discussion group for children in grades 6-8. We will be discussing “The Screaming Staircase” by Jonathan Stroud. Tuesday, March 15, 4:30 p.m.

Maker Minds. Bring your creativity to learn and explore with a different hands-on project each month. For students in grades 3-6. Thursday, March 3, 4:30 p.m.

Mystery Book Club. Mystery book discussion group. “How

the Light Gets In” by Louise Penny. Adults. No registration required. Wednesday, March 2, 7 p.m.

Number One Buddies. A book club for first graders. “Monkey Me and the Golden Monkey” by Timothy Roland. Read the book at home and come to our book club to talk about it! Ask for title. Wednesday, March 16, 4:45 p.m.

One-on-One English Conversation Practice. Practice your English with an ESL volunteer. Register in person only. Call library for details. Adults.

Pajama Party. Bring your favorite cuddly friend and a blanket. Wear your pajamas and get ready for a rockin’ good time. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Wednesday, March 9, 7 p.m.

Peaceful Paws. Dakota, a gentle giant Bernese Mountain dog, is an ideal reading buddy for children of all ages. Bring your own book or choose a book from the library; however, reading is not required. Children will take turns sitting with Dakota in the juvenile area. All ages. No registration required. Saturday, March 26, 10:30 a.m.

PJ Library Book Buddies Storytime. All moms, dads, grandparents, caregivers and children who love books are welcome to join us for stories and fun that relate to Jewish culture, traditions and holidays. Enjoy movement and crafts, along with stories. Ages 2 1/2-5 with caregiver. Siblings welcome. Contact [email protected] of the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia for more information. Thursday, March 3, 10:30 a.m.

Read! Build! Play! Duplo Storytime. Duplo play and storytime help develop and reinforce early literacy skills. Have fun with your little one while building an early literacy foundation for reading success. Ages 18-35 months with adult. Wednesdays, March 2, 9, 23 and 30, 10:30 a.m.; Fridays, March 4 and 18, 2 p.m.

Read! Build! Play! Duplo Storytime. Duplo play and storytime help develop and reinforce early literacy skills. Have fun with your little one while building an early literacy foundation for reading success. Ages 3-5 with adult. Wednesdays, March 2, 9, 23 and 30, 11:30 a.m.

Ready for School Storytime. Early literacy storytime program for children ready to be on their own without caregivers or siblings. Ages 4-5. Friday, March 25, 2 p.m.

Small Wonders. Rhymes, songs, stories and activities for you and your baby. Build an early literacy foundation for your child while enjoying your time together. Ages 12-23 months with caregiver. Mondays, March 7, 14, 21 and 28, 11:30 a.m.

Note: All Fairfax County Public Libraries will be closed on Sunday, March 27, for the Easter holiday.

LAWN MOWING $25 Weekly service

Weekly service entails: mowing, trimming and edging

Marc’s Lawn care Inc.

571-422-3195 Dependable, Attentive & Courteous

LEAF Raking $13 per compiled bag

Storytime for Three to Fives. Early literacy program with stories and activities. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Thursday, March 3, 9:30 a.m.; Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17 and 31, 2 p.m.

TBC — Teen Book Club. A book discussion group for teens in grades 7-10. We’ll be discussing “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak. Tuesday, March 1, 4:30 p.m.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting. A meeting of the Chantilly Regional Teen Advisory Board. For students in grades 7-12. Saturday, March 19, 12 noon.

The End (or is it?) Book Club. A book discussion group for children in grades 5-6. Call for title. Wednesday, March 30, 7:30 p.m.

Toddlin’ Twos. Early literacy storytime with stories, songs and activities. Age 2 with caregiver. Tuesdays, March 1, 15, 22 and 29, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.

VITA Tax Assistance. IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earned up to $54,000 last year prepare their taxes. Adults. No registration required. Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 6 p.m.; Saturdays, March 5, 12, 19 and 26, 10 a.m.

Writers of Chantilly. Share your work, give and receive feedback in a supportive setting. Adults. No registration required. Mondays, March 7 and 21, 6:45 p.m.

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DO YOU KNOW ...Publication of the Greenbriar Flyer,

which comes free to you 10 months each year, is made possible by our advertisers? While we do not endorse any advertiser’s services, we encourage you to keep them in mind when you are shopping for a particular service.



CLASSIFIED ADSCLASSIFIED AD RULES:1. All non-business ads (For Sale, Garage Sales, Wanted, etc.) are free to Greenbriar residents.2. All business type ads (Products & Services, For Rent, Child Care Providers, etc.) cost $5 each for both residents and non-res-

idents. Fee must be submitted with ad.3. Ads are limited to 5 lines, longer ads will be edited to fit.4. Instead of submitting monthly ads and payment, advertisers may pay for classified ads in advance.5. The deadline for classified ads is the second Friday of each month (first Friday in November).6. Your name, home address and phone number must be included with the ad for our records.7. Non-business ads by Greenbriar residents may be e-mailed to: [email protected]. All other ads must be dropped

off at the Flyer drop box or mailed to: Greenbriar Flyer, 4615 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151.8. All classified ads are free to the volunteers of the Greenbriar Flyer.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Please be advised, the Flyer does not personally endorse anyone’s classified ad.

Send inquiries regarding layout advertising to

[email protected].

A signed contract is required.

POOL MEMBERSHIPWANTED – Our youngest has mobility impairment and our oldest loves to swim. We would really like to enjoy the benefits of having a membership at our neighborhood pool for therapeutic and enjoyment purposes. If you would like to sell, please contact Krystal at 703-543-9257 or [email protected].

WANTED – Young family seeking membership. I grew up in Greenbriar, recently moved back, and would love to make my son a second generation Dolphin! Please contact John at [email protected]

FOR RENT – Greenbriar Pool membership for 2016 season. First time renters only. $400 to owner, plus $100 processing fee to Greenbriar Pool Club, Inc. Please call 703-802-2143.

FOR RENT – 2016 Pool membership for first-time renters only. $350 to owner and $100 processing fee to Greenbriar Pool Club, Inc. Rental application available at Greenbriar.org. Call Lucy Manheim at 703-631-0166 if interested.

FOR RENT – Greenbriar pool membership for 2016 season. First time renters only; resident of Greenbriar community. Includes 5 guest passes. $450, plus renter pays $100 processing fee to Greenbriar Pool Club, Inc. Please call 703-378-1518.

FOR RENT – 2016 Pool membership for rent. $400 plus $100 processing fee to be paid with application by renter. Call 703-378-1707.

FOR SALE – Greenbriar Pool membership. Please call 703-263-3165.

FOR SALE – Greenbriar Pool membership, $1,300. Contact [email protected]

FOR SALEUPRIGHT PIANO – Hobart M. Cable piano with bench seat (1950s era). Excellent condition, great for a beginner, $600. Call 703-263-3165.

THULE CHARIOT COUGAR I – With bike trailer kit. Seats one child up to 49 lbs. Adjustable handlebars and 2-in-1 weather cover. In excellent condition, $100. Call 703-378-7831.

DRUM SET – Tama Imperial Star. Five-piece drum set, candy apple red. New condition. Paid $700 new, asking $450. Call 703-930-6821.

LEATHER JACKET – Harley Davidson, full length, black leather duster with liner. X-large, like new. Originally purchased for $400+, will sell for $100. Call 703-968-2693.

CAT FEEDING STATION – Wrought iron-like feeding stand with 2 stainless steel bowls, $5. Call 703-802-2143.

LITTER GENIE – Cat litter disposal container. Comes with two bags and a scoop, $5. Call 703-802-2143.

PET WATER BOWL – Pet Mate Deluxe Fresh Flow recirculating water system with filter. Encourages pets to drink more water.

Great for cats or small dogs. Excellent condition, black, $15. Call 703-802-2143.

PRODUCTS & SERVICESWILL BUY OLD/UNWANTED CARS AND TRUCKS – Running or not. I can offer a fair price that is higher than the average. Cash offer and fast pick up. Proceeds to help a severely disabled 6-year-old Greenbriar boy. Please call 703-395-4954 or [email protected].

HOME IMPROVEMENT SVCS – Fences, windows, doors, additions and decks. Windows and doors are Energy Star rated with long warranties for material and labor. Supply all choices of windows: vinyl, fiberglass and wood. Very competitive price. Call Martin Strachan at 571-484-6514 for a free estimate.

PRESSURE WASHING/PAINTING/HANDYMAN SERVICE – Over 17 years experience pressure washing, sealing & staining decks, fences, concrete; pressure washing siding; interior & exterior house painting; general handyman services. Licensed & insured. Please call 703-378-8645 for free estimate.

JOANNE’S PET CARE – Loving care for your pets in your home and mid-day dog walks. Many references. Reduced rates for Greenbriar residents. Licensed and insured. Please call Joanne Woodward at 703-434-9162 or email [email protected]

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY (TOPS) – Non-commercial, non-profit (www.tops.org) meets Thursdays, 7:10 p.m., Centreville Presbyterian Church. Weigh-in at 6:15 p.m. Annual cost $32 to join, $6 monthly dues. Please call Marji at 703-868-9066 or email [email protected] for more information.

TUTORING – At tutoring, “Your child’s success is my success!” 35 years teaching experience. MS in Reading, all subject areas K-6 and ESOL. Call Sandra Levy at 703-378-8089 or 703-598-8780. Or email [email protected].

A BETTER CLEANING SERVICE – Serving the community for 20 years. Licensed, bonded and insured. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, move in/out. Washington Check Book rated and BBB member. For a free estimate, call 703-802-3439.

ROOFING/SIDING/GUTTERS – Repairs or replacement, gutter cleaning, roof certifications for buyers and sellers. Reasonable rates. Quick response. Meadows Roof Inspection Services. Call Birk Meadows at 703-876-4808.

HOUSECLEANING – Weekly, bi-weekly, every three weeks, monthly, periodically, move in/out. I am licensed, bonded and insured. I am a Greenbriar resident with good references. I have 25 years of experience and low rates. Please call Maria Barreda at 703-378-4059 or 703-856-2512.

LAWN SERVICE – Mowing, leaf removal and cleaning. Call Garcia at 703-400-4260 for a free estimate.

PIANO LESSONS – Learn to play the piano at Rebecca’s Piano Studio in Greenbriar. Ages 7 to adult. Call Miss Becky at 703-307-4967 or email [email protected] for more information.

CHILD CAREOPENING – Twenty-three years’ experienced provider with state license, CPR, MAT and First Aid trained. Loving home, Mother Goose Time preschool curriculum, USDA food program, big yard and lots of activities. Call Helen for an interview at 703-818-0017.

GIVEAWAYSMEN’S JACKET – Medium weight jacket, black. Vinyl shell with fleece lining. Medium size. Only worn a couple of times. Needs new zipper.

March 18 Palm Sunday Service 11:00 AMMarch 24 Maundy Thursday Service 7:30 PM

March 26 Egg Hunt for Kids! 10:00 AM (for 6th graders and under) Register at www.oxhillbaptist.org/egghuntMarch 27 Easter Morning Services Sunrise Service at 7:00 AM 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM

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March 2016Page 24 greenbriar flyerCale Community Center

March 2016Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

11:30 PM Bridge Group

5:00 PM -7:00 PMNrityanjali

7:30 PM GCA

25:00 PM -7:00 PM

Nrityanjali

34:00 PM -9:15 PM Boyle

School of Irish Dance

45:00 PM -6:45 PM

Nrityanjali7:00 PM -10:00 PM CSC

58:00 AM -1:00 PM

Nrityanjali1:30 PM -8:00 PM Rented

68:00 AM -1:00 PM NewHope Fellowship Church

4:30 PM -11:00 PMReserved

75:30 PM -6:30 PM

Nrityanjali7:30 PM -9:30 PM Bando

Martial Arts



91:00 PM -3:00 PM PVP

Late Release


104:00 PM -9:15 PM Boyle


115:00 PM -6:45 PM

Nrityanjali

128:00 AM -1:00 PM

Nrityanjali4:30 PM -11:00 PM R ented

138:00 AM -3:30 PM New

Hope Fellowship

145:30 PM -6:30 PM


Martial Arts



165:00 PM -7:00 PM

Nrityanjali7:15 PM -9:15 PM Inova

17 185:00 PM -6:45 PM

Nrityanjali

198:00 AM -1:00 PM

Nrityanjali1:00 PM -4:30 PM Rented

5:30 PM -11:00 PM R ented

208:00 AM -1:00 PM NewHope Fellowship Church

1:00 PM -6:30 PM Rented

215:30 PM -6:30 PM

Nrityanjali7:00 PM Woman's Club

7:30 PM -9:30 PM BandoMartial Arts



235:00 PM -7:00 PM

Nrityanjali7:15 PM -9:15 PM Inova

244:00 PM -9:15 PM Boyle


255:00 PM -6:45 PM

Nrityanjali

268:00 AM -1:00 PM

Nrityanjali1:30 PM -11:00 PM R ented

278:00 AM -3:30 PM New

Hope Fellowship

285:30 PM -6:30 PM


Martial Arts

7:30 PM -9:30 PMGreenbriar Garden Club



301:00 PM -3:00 PM PVP

Late Release


7:15 PM -9:15 PM Inova

314:00 PM -9:15 PM Boyle


8:45 AM -12:45 PM Pleasant Valley Preschool





Rent the Cale Center

[email protected]

HELPING SENIORS:

LIVING A LIFE THAT MATTERS

SCWFC is an interfaith community-based volun-teer organization that provides meaning and pur-pose for adults throughout their mature years. Our role is to build and support this com-munity network of services. Shepherd’s Centers all have a commonly understood mission to em-power older adults to use their wisdom and skills for the good of their communities.

NEED A RIDE TO A MEDICAL OR OTHER ESSENTIAL APPOINTMENT?

CALL: 703-266-3548 EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.scwfc.org

HELPING SENIORS:

LIVING A LIFE THAT MATTERS

SCWFC is an interfaith community-based volun-teer organization that provides meaning and pur-pose for adults throughout their mature years. Our role is to build and support this com-munity network of services. Shepherd’s Centers all have a commonly understood mission to em-power older adults to use their wisdom and skills for the good of their communities.

NEED A RIDE TO A MEDICAL OR OTHER ESSENTIAL APPOINTMENT?

CALL: 703-266-3548 EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.scwfc.org

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