Opening Up for Santa
Now that the five little pumpkins have rolled out of sight and Tom Turkey is waiting for his Presidential pardon, Santa Claus is on his way to Potomac. This month the Potomac Theatre Company presents
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For Cabin John, a Double Dose of Maintenance
Cabin John Middle School students and staff relocated to the Tilden Holding Center at the start of the 2009 school year, adapting to a new building while their former school on Gainsborough Road began
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Family, Friends Mourn Cryor’s Death
More than 500 people, among them nearly all elected officials and other leaders from Potomac and Montgomery County past and present, attended funeral services for Jean Cryor at St. Raphael Catholic Church
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Small Spaces, Big Ideas
Theresa Goldsholle had no time to talk. She was throwing an engagement party for a close friend, and the caterer was at the door. More than 50 guests would start arriving within two hours.
"Call back
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Calendar
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Chamber of Commerce Honors Three Award-Winners
The Potomac Chamber of Commerce will honor three exceptional local citizens at an awards dinner Thursday, Nov. 12, at Normandie Farm restaurant.
The Youth of the Year is Meenu K. Singh from Winston
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A Barking Good Time
Party goers gather for the River Falls Canine Halloween party on Oct. 31.
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Economy Uproots Retail
Nearly 26 years ago, Plants Etc. put down roots in Potomac Village. But the legacy will not continue for the florist that is known for its personal in-home plant services. Consistent with the trend threatening
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McDonnell Proves To Be ‘Fairfax’s Own’
Many independent polls had predicted for weeks that former Attorney General Bob McDonnell (R) would beat Democrat Creigh Deeds in the Virginia’s gubernatorial election Nov. 3.
But few local Republican
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2009 Election Returns
Follow the links below to view the Virginia Board of Elections updates:
To view precinct by precinct election results, all offices, all races, click
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Sportsmanship, Heart and Soul of High School Sports
When Mark Gjormand’s Madison High baseball team would meet up against local Vienna area rival Oakton in past years, the two squads would leave everything on the field. Both the Warhawks and the Cougars,
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A New Planning Paradigm
Zoning is at the heart of almost every issue that impacts the quality of community life in Potomac. Most of us live in residential zones of one or two acres, with the central commercial zone in the heart
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Dressing Up for the Season
Katie McDonald, 8 years old, won the "most scary" award for the 8 and older group at the Halloween Costume event held at the Potomac Community Center.
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Bulletin Board
To submit an item for the Civic Calendar, e-mail almanac@connectionnewspapers.com. Deadline is Thursday at noon two weeks prior to the event. For questions, call 703-778-9412.
Thursday/Oct. 29
Preschool
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Pets of the Week
Partnership for Animal Welfare (PAW) is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit group. To adopt an animal, volunteer or make a tax-deductible donation, visit www.paw-rescue.org, call 301-572-4729 or write to
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Funding Leaves Academies on Thin Ice
Marla Hirsch never doubted sending her two children to Churchill High School. Both participated in the high school’s International Studies Academy, the signature program that Hirsch says motivated her
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‘Bijan’s Team’ Supports Autism Walk
Bijan Bagheri is a computer whiz who works part-time at two high tech companies. He is also an athlete who loves to run, swim, play tennis and basketball. Like many students, the River Falls resident
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Shulman Rogers Staff Help ‘Move that Bus’
When the e-mail went out calling for volunteers to build a home for a family in need at the law offices of Potomac-based Shulman Rogers, the conference room was overflowing with eager builders. Working
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All Out for Potomac Day
Horses lead the Potomac parade each year, including horses from the Potomac Hiking and Bridle Trails Association. Here, polo ponies and their riders watch the rest of the parade go by after leading off.
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Private School Search Timeline
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A Look at Trends in College Costs
Every year since 1998, the College Board has published a new edition of “Trends in College Pricing,” providing information on prices for tuition and fees and room and board at colleges and universities.
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If They Build It, Will You Come?
Many local private schools are in the midst of fundraising for or have recently completed a major construction project, though the private school officials have said they are not in an “arms race” when
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A Night To Decide D.C.’s Funniest Feds
John Quirk said he was absolutely terrified his first time. "I still couldn’t tell you what I said that night. I was blinded by the spotlight and vaguely remember hearing chuckles emerging from the darkness."
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Impact of Concussions
West Potomac linebacker Matthew Voltmer ended up on the ground on Aug. 14 and he doesn’t remember how he got there.
It was a morning session during two-a-day practices at the high school in Mount Vernon,
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Getting in to U-Va.
Like most elected officials in Northern Virginia, Del. Tim Hugo (R-40) expects to hear a lot of gripes from his constituents about local transportation woes.
But in late summer, as Hugo was beginning
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How Virginia Compares for Accepting In-state Students
Virginia’s most competitive public universities and colleges often accept fewer in-state students than other high-profile state schools. Here is a comparison of Virginia schools rankings according to
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Creating Her Own Space
When Deborah McDysan and her husband David were designing their home in Great Falls, one major component was to be the art studio where she would ply her trade. Now, products of the studio have spread
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Custom Dream House in Shades of Green
One sure way to acquire a house that knows everything about your needs is to build it yourself. Or, more specifically, to team up with an architect-- who scrupulously observes to how you live, is versed
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Open House for Firehouse
Fire Department members Mark Livingstone, Ana Soule, and Ed Tenney participate in Saturday’s open house.
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Pets of the Week
Partnership for Animal Welfare (PAW) is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit group. To adopt an animal, volunteer or make a tax-deductible donation, visit www.paw-rescue.org, call 301-572-4729 or write to
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Bulletin Board
To submit an item for the Civic Calendar, e-mail almanac@connectionnewspapers.com. Deadline is Thursday at noon two weeks prior to the event. For questions, call 703-778-9412.
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‘Life and Death on the C&O Canal’
The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park hosted the 13th annual "Life and Death on the C&O Canal"
program at the Great Falls Tavern on Saturday, Oct. 17. Costumed park rangers and volunteers
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Sneed Named to Literacy Council
Six years ago, Jim Sneed of Potomac began looking for a way to make a difference in his community. He found the Literacy Council of Montgomery County (LCMC) and, after attending the orientation and the
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‘You Can’t Take It with You’
In the words of Grandpa Martin Vanderhoff: "Maybe it’ll stop you trying to be so desperate about making more money than you can ever use? You can’t take it with you, Mr. Kirby. So what good is it? As
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Local Teenagers Charged with May 10 Homicide
Two Potomac teenagers were arrested last Wednesday, Oct. 14, for the homicide of Ali Reza Zare. Zare was found on the 8300 block of Bells Mill Road on the morning of May 10 by a jogger who discovered
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Old Angler’s Hooks Funds for Children’s Hospital
It was over two years ago when Sara and Mark Reges stood at the side of a hospital bed in fear of losing their youngest son. Eight-year-old Charles was critically injured after being hit by a car at the
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Widening the Circle of Hope
The two women sifted through a shelf of mismatched pots, mugs, and various other kitchen appliances. They stopped, arriving at a baking dish.
"She bakes a lot," the first said.
"I sure do," said the
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Potomac Day Fast Approaching
The banners are hung, the party is planned, and Potomac Day arrives in just over two weeks. The community is gearing up for its 29th annual celebration, scheduled for Oct. 24.
The span of typical
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Serving the Homeless
Five volunteers worked diligently in a kitchen in the basement of a church in downtown Bethesda. They scooped chicken, pork chops and mixed vegetables onto plates, and greeted each low-wage worker and
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Holiday Happenings
From Santa on a fire engine to a hands-on Chanukah celebration to dazzling displays of lights, the holiday season is filled with local events to enjoy.
Santa on a Fire Engine
The Cabin John
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