Stories for August 2009

Thursday, August 27

Classified Advertising

Wednesday, August 26

Bulletin Board

Calendar

It’s a Wrap for Keegan in Arlington

After This Weekend, Company Performs Across the River.

It’s a Wrap for Keegan in Arlington

Fairfax Station, Laurel Hill & Springfield Calendar

T.C. Williams QB Hargrove leaves scrimmage with fractured wrist

Bray takes over at quarterback, Titans beat Centreville

T.C. Williams QB Hargrove leaves scrimmage with fractured wrist

Bulletin Board

Burke & Fairfax Calendar

Fairfax Station, Laurel Hill & Springfield Calendar

At the Workhouse

Finalists announced for 7th Annual Trawick Prize

Burke & Fairfax Calendar

Dog Days of Summer

Calendar

Spirits in a Bottle

Fine Art

Tuesday, August 25

Calendar

Alexandria Sports Briefs

High-Octane Offense Garners Silver

Area hockey players do battle at State Wars Roller Hockey Tournament.

High-Octane Offense Garners Silver

W-L Football Team Looking To Improve

Generals struggle in scrimmage against West Potomac.

W-L Football Team Looking To Improve

Titans Look To Run Past Opponents

T.C. Williams looks to exploit mismatches with spread offense.

Titans Look To Run Past Opponents

West Springfield Edges Out TC in Volleyball Scrimmage

Lady Titans return four players from last season.

West Springfield Edges Out TC in Volleyball Scrimmage

Offensive Line Strength of West Potomac Offense

The Mount Vernon football team has many talented skill position players to distribute the ball in its no-huddle spread offense.

Offensive Line Strength of West Potomac Offense

Sports Biefs

Yorktown’s Kyle Bailey Injured

Sports Biefs

Anniversary

Bruins Golf Coach Leaves after Six Seasons

Karl Kerns led Lake Braddock to three consecutive district titles.

Bruins Golf Coach Leaves after Six Seasons

Freshmen Learn Life Lessons through Football

Hard first day of practice makes some realize there’s more to football than football.

Freshmen Learn Life Lessons through Football

Calendar

Springfield Sports Briefs Aug. 19-26

Burke Sports Briefs Aug. 19-26

Lady Spartans Shutout Hawks in Scrimmage

Strong defense and goaltending helps Spartans to 1-0 victory.

Lady Spartans Shutout Hawks in Scrimmage

Team Virginia Sweeps Series in Dominican Republic

Area team wins all six games.

Team Virginia Sweeps Series in Dominican Republic

Panthers Look To Rush to Victory

After losing key players in the off season, Paul VI looks to rushing tandem to carry the load.

Panthers Look To Rush to Victory

New Offense Spreads Gar-Field for 55 Points

New passing offense gives Bruins hope for successful season.

New Offense Spreads Gar-Field for 55 Points

Sports Briefs for Centre View-South Aug. 19-26

Sports Briefs for Centre View-North Aug. 19-26

Wednesday, August 19

Bulletin Board

Fairfax Station, Laurel Hill & Springfield Calendar

Burke & Fairfax Calendar

Classified Advertising

Bulletin Board

Burke & Fairfax Calendar

Fairfax Station, Laurel Hill & Springfield Calendar

Tuesday, August 18

Bulletin Board

Calendar

Spartan Golfers Scramble In Season Opener

Spartans earn win over Annandale and one-stroke loss to Lake Braddock in tiebreaker.

Spartan Golfers Scramble In Season Opener

Fine Arts

Centre View North-South Briefs

Arlington Sports Briefs

Sports Brief

T.C. Williams Quarterback Position Up for Grabs

Seniors Hargrove, Bray can prove themselves during scrimmages.

T.C. Williams Quarterback Position Up for Grabs

Brit Kelly Puts Faith Before Basketball

Former Hayfield basketball player, Brit Kelly chooses Shaw University, south's oldest historically black college, over PAC-10 schools.

Brit Kelly Puts Faith Before Basketball

Calendar

Chantilly Falls to Georgia in Regional Finals

Trip to Williamsport spoiled by two runs allowed after controversial no-call.

Chantilly Falls to Georgia in Regional Finals

Sports Brief

Calendar

Coach Charged With Online Solicitation

Police say Woodson assistant wrestling coach solicited minor online.

Coach Charged With Online Solicitation

More Than A Bio-Play

Mae West Obsession Is Just the Start in "Dirty Blonde."

More Than A Bio-Play

Gymnast Competes With Olympians

Lorton native says goal is to compete at 2012 Olympic Games in London

Gymnast Competes With Olympians

Jane Austen Ball at Gadsby's Tavern Museum

'All Geared Up' Members To Host Soccer Camp

Registration open for Saturday event in Sterling.

'All Geared Up' Members To Host Soccer Camp

Calendar

Three Golfers Qualify for U.S. Senior Amateur

West, Tallent card 67, King shoots 71.

Three Golfers Qualify for U.S. Senior Amateur

Wednesday, August 12

People Notes

Bulletin Board

Burke & Fairfax Calendar

Teens Grow (A Little) In Comedy

Zemfira Stage Offers "Vanities" at the Lyceum.

Teens Grow (A Little) In Comedy

Calendar

Burke & Fairfax Calendar

Faith Notes

Artful Pathway

Dewey, MacQuilliam Engaged

Fairfax Station, Laurel Hill & Springfield Calendar

Bulletin Board

Worth Noting

Parklawn Holds National Night Out

Dirty Dogs Draw in Dollars

Taking on Goshen Scout Reservation

Old Town

Performing at Jazz Dance World Congress

Business Notes

Fairfax Station, Laurel Hill & Springfield Calendar

Calendar

23rd Annual Young at Art Exhibit

Tuesday, August 11

Arlington Sports Briefs

New girls' basketball coach and more

Arlington Sports Briefs

Centre View-North Sports Briefs (Aug. 12-19)

Vienna/Oakton/McLean/Great Falls Sports Briefs

Lange booked and more

Vienna/Oakton/McLean/Great Falls Sports Briefs

Burke Sports Briefs (Aug. 12-19)

One More Wahl in Wrigley

West Springfield pitcher Bobby Wahl makes trek to Chicago for showcase baseball game.

One More Wahl in Wrigley

Springfield Sports Briefs (Aug. 12-19)

Laurel Hill/Fairfax Station Sports Briefs (Aug. 12-19)

New W-L Pool Makes a Splash

State-of-the-art facility opened on July 14, drawing positive reviews from swimmers.

New W-L Pool Makes a Splash

O’Leary Takes Holden Cup

Alexandria native finishes close behind in ninth.

O’Leary Takes Holden Cup

Reston/Herndon Sports Briefs (Aug. 12-19)

Alexandria Sports Briefs

Alexandria Little League and more

Alexandria Sports Briefs

Wolverine Golfers Look To Learn

At annual Cougar Classic, West Potomac gets sneak peak at its competition.

Wolverine Golfers Look To Learn

MMA: Not For Adults Only

With mixed martial arts boom, Reston resident’s gym offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program.

MMA: Not For Adults Only

Ram Golfers Pass Patience Test

Despite less-than-ideal day at Cougar Classic, Robinson golf, optimistic for season, takes second.

Ram Golfers Pass Patience Test

Less Depth, Same Talent

All five Bulldogs shoot in the 70s and Tim Ritter wins individual title at Cougar Classic.

Less Depth, Same Talent

Bruins, Stallions Challenged Early

Area golf teams take to difficult International Country Club course for Cougar Classic.

Bruins, Stallions Challenged Early

Centreville's Ferrick Steps Down

Head coach of Wildcat softball team, 13-year veteran Rich Ferrick, relinquishes position.

Centreville's Ferrick Steps Down

Centre View-South Sports Briefs (Aug. 12-19)

‘We're Here to Play Baseball’

Chantilly American Majors All-Stars shock themselves with performance at regional tournament.

‘We're Here to Play Baseball’

MMA: Not For Adults Only

With mixed martial arts boom, Reston resident’s gym offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program.

MMA: Not For Adults Only

Hot Start at Cougar Classic

Local golfers return to action with Oakton’s annual tournament at International Country Club.

Hot Start at Cougar Classic

Fairfax Sports Briefs (Aug. 12-19)

Premiere Dance Showcase in Reston

Friday, August 7

Seminary Valley

Places of Worship, New and Planned

Citizen Groups

Calendar

Wanna Have Fun?

The Alliance Theatre

Bulletin Board

42 More Graduates

Aiding Rising Hope

Carl Sandburg Students Debut at the White House

School Notes

Families Promote Peace in the Middle East

Elected Officials

CCF Rekindles its Spark, Looks Forward to a New Centreville Day

Where To Go Horseback Riding

Bull Run Park Offers Fun

Greenbriar Groups

Where Seniors Can Find Recreation

Local Libraries

Where to Find Dance Classes

Park Plans and Recreation

Faberge Eggs Go Patriotic

Russian egg maker Ilya Abelsky shows designs at B&C Jewelers on King Street.

Faberge Eggs Go Patriotic

Be Active in the Community

Demographics: Numbers Tell the Tale

Clubs and Organizations

Clifton Groups

To Be Thai Is Authentic Thai

Be a Part of Centreville Day

Political Groups

Stepping Back Into History

Childcare Centers

SYA: Get Involved in Youth Sports

Thursday, August 6

Water and Sewer

Law Enforcement

Arts & Entertainment

Parks

Faith

Strange Encounter of a Reptilian Kind

Albee’s Pulitzer Winner “Seascape” At Gunston

Strange Encounter of a Reptilian Kind

Calendar

Animal Care & Control

Community Center

Faith

Civic Organizations

School Board

Cars

Things to Do

Adventures

General Assembly

School Board

2009 Elections

General Assembly

Courts

Supervisors

Important Numbers

Fire and Rescue

Libraries

Supervisors

Parks

New Resident's Checklist

Parks

Health

Taxes & Fees

Community Centers

By The Numbers

Public Schools

Wednesday, August 5

Bulletin Board

Community Calendar

2009-10

Community Calendar

Burke & Fairfax Connection

Fairfax Station, Laurel Hill & Springfield Calendar

Burke & Fairfax Connection

Fairfax Station, Laurel Hill & Springfield Calendar

Calendar

School Notes

Bulletin Board

Classified Advertising

People Notes

Pet of the Week

Business Notes

Faith Notes

Tuesday, August 4

It’s All-in at All-Star Meet

Overlee finishes with six medalists at NVSL all star meet.

It’s All-in at All-Star Meet

To Market, To Market

Reston farmers markets and craft market offer a variety of goods to local citizens

To Market, To Market

Schools

Burke Newcomer’s Guide to High School Sports

Where Everyone Is Treated Like ‘a Regular’

Jimmy’s Old Town Tavern takes its place as Herndon’s cozy hometown bar.

Where Everyone Is Treated Like ‘a Regular’

Public Schools

Laurel Hill/Fairfax Station Newcomer’s Guide to High School Sports

Springfield Newcomer’s Guide to High School Sports

Reston/Herndon Newcomer’s Guide to High School Sports

Herndon’s Own ‘Turn-of-the-Century Saloon’

Ice House Café and Oyster Bar offers classy menu and live music.

Herndon’s Own ‘Turn-of-the-Century Saloon’

Homemade Breakfast in Herndon

Regulars love cozy atmosphere and attentive staff at Virginia Kitchen.

Homemade Breakfast in Herndon

McLean/Great Falls Sports Briefs

DCCL All Stars, AAU basketball, NOVA Senior Olympics

McLean/Great Falls Sports Briefs

Gaelic Games Invade Alexandria

Hundreds turn out to show support for fast-growing Irish sports.

Gaelic Games Invade Alexandria

The Area's Oldest Junior Golf Tournament

Belle Haven CC hosts top local golfers at Bob Riley Junior Open.

The Area's Oldest Junior Golf Tournament

Alexandria Sports Briefs

T.C. basketball clinic and senior swimming

Alexandria Sports Briefs

Food Hits the Wall At Katie’s Coffee

New art exhibition features stuff you can eat.

Food Hits the Wall At Katie’s Coffee

Reston/Herndon Sports Briefs (Aug. 5-12)

Swimmers Steal Spotlight at All-Star Meet

New records set at end-of-season NVSL all stars meet.

Swimmers Steal Spotlight at All-Star Meet

Centre View Newcomer’s Guide to High School Sports

2009 Elections

A Look at Reston Pre-History

Wiehle Town: A vision that did not materialize.

A Look at Reston Pre-History

Fairfax Newcomer’s Guide to High School Sports

Centre View-South Sports Briefs (Aug. 5-12)

Communities of Worship

Skolnitsky Starts Pro Journey

Fairfax grad gets shot at redemption at Redskins training camp.

Skolnitsky Starts Pro Journey

Vienna/Oakton Sports Briefs

DCCL All Stars, youth baseball champions, and NOVA Senior Olympics

Vienna/Oakton Sports Briefs

Springfield Sports Briefs (Aug. 5-12)

The Sound of Music

Reston Town Center and Lake Anne Center sponsor free concert series.

The Sound of Music

A New, Burgundy and Gold, Loudoun Tradition

Since 2003, Redskins fans have flocked to Ashburn for the start of football season.

A New, Burgundy and Gold, Loudoun Tradition

Ride and Shine

Local bike shop sponsors Saturday morning rides for Reston residents.

Ride and Shine

Burke Sports Briefs (Aug. 5-12)

Geting Involved In Community Life

Reston Association needs volunteers, committee members.

Geting Involved In Community Life

Centre View-North Sports Briefs (Aug. 5-12)

Youth Opportunities Abound

Reston offers a variety of annual and weekly events for families with children.

Youth Opportunities Abound

Loudoun Athletes of the Week

The Loudoun County Hawks baseball team

Loudoun Athletes of the Week

Rocking Out on Friday Night Live

Every Friday in the summer, free concerts on the town green provide a gathering place for Herndon Community.