Stories for April 2011

Thursday, April 28

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Wednesday, April 27

Entertainment

Fine Arts

Entertainment

Orange Line Connection

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Fine Arts

Orange Line Connection

Calendar

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Calendar

Entertainment

Tuesday, April 26

Seahawks' Baseball Stifles Fairfax, 5-2

Pitcher Beck goes the distance for South Lakes.

Seahawks' Baseball Stifles Fairfax, 5-2

Rain, Rain Go Away

Local high school teams do all they can to get practices, games in.

Rain, Rain Go Away

Local high school teams do all they can to get practices, games in.

Rain, Rain Go Away

Centreville, Westfield Boys Working Hard for Soccer Wins

Both teams enter Spring Break following tough losses.

Centreville, Westfield Boys Working Hard for Soccer Wins

Fairfax Baseball Looking To Get Season Untracked

Rebels competing at McLean/Woodson Spring Break Tournament.

Fairfax Baseball Looking To Get Season Untracked

Warhawks Remain Unbeaten in Girls' Lacrosse

Madison victorious in district affairs over Bulldogs, Highlanders.

Warhawks Remain Unbeaten in Girls' Lacrosse

South County Resilient in Defeat

Seniors Fuchs, Craven, Rowley, Rafferty and Cargiulo play final night home game.

South County Resilient in Defeat

Mount Vernon Sports Briefs: West Potomac's Kerr Headed To Marquette

Sports Briefs

Sargent Commands Saints' Pursuit of Title Repeat

Sophomore pitcher among the best in the ISL.

Sargent Commands Saints' Pursuit of Title Repeat

Langley Boys' Lacrosse Gearing for Season's Second Half

Two-time defending state champions are 4-1; McLean boys, meanwhile, showing good improvement at 4-5.

Langley Boys' Lacrosse Gearing for Season's Second Half

Batdorf Does It All for Yorktown

Junior has 7 RBIs, throws 1-hit shutout against Falls Church.

Batdorf Does It All for Yorktown

Sports Briefs

Wolverines Beat Stallions with 'Beautiful' Effort

West Potomac girls lacrosse team ends losing streak against South County.

Wolverines Beat Stallions with 'Beautiful' Effort

West Potomac girls lacrosse team ends losing streak against South County.

Wolverines Beat Stallions with 'Beautiful' Effort

Warhawks Remain Unbeaten in Girls' Lacrosse

Madison victorious in district affairs over Bulldogs, Highlanders.

Warhawks Remain Unbeaten in Girls' Lacrosse

South County Resilient in Defeat

Seniors Fuchs, Craven, Rowley, Rafferty and Cargiulo play final night home game.

South County Resilient in Defeat

Fairfax Baseball Looking To Get Season Untracked

Rebels competing at McLean/Woodson Spring Break Tournament.

Fairfax Baseball Looking To Get Season Untracked

Seahawks' Baseball Stifles Fairfax, 5-2

Pitcher Beck goes the distance for South Lakes.

Seahawks' Baseball Stifles Fairfax, 5-2

Chantilly Boys Lacrosse Loses Heart-Breaker

Chargers, at the hands of Langley, experience first defeat of season at West Springfield Tournament.

Chantilly Boys Lacrosse Loses Heart-Breaker

Langley Boys' Lacrosse Gearing for Season's Second Half

Two-time defending state champions are 4-1; McLean boys, meanwhile, showing good improvement at 4-5.

Langley Boys' Lacrosse Gearing for Season's Second Half

Centreville, Westfield Boys Working Hard for Soccer Wins

Both teams enter Spring Break following tough losses.

Centreville, Westfield Boys Working Hard for Soccer Wins

Chantilly Boys Lacrosse Loses Heart-Breaker

Chargers, at the hands of Langley, experience first defeat of season at West Springfield Tournament.

Chantilly Boys Lacrosse Loses Heart-Breaker

Monday, April 25

Bulletin Board: Burke, Fairfax & Fairfax Station

Fairfax Station, Lorton, Clifton & Springfield

Burke & Fairfax

Bulletin Board: Fairfax Station & Springfield

Students Participate in Biotechnology Open House

Fairfax Station, Lorton, Clifton & Springfield Calendar

Faith Notes

Fairfax Station, Lorton, Clifton & Springfield

Burke & Fairfax Calendar

Thursday, April 21

Talk of the Town: Summer Trends

As seasons change, it's time to change your wardrobe

Talk of the Town: Summer Trends

As seasons change, it's time to change your wardrobe

Talk of the Town: Summer Trends

Wednesday, April 20

Classified Advertising

Entertainment

Orange Line Connection

Inocencio Headlines NYC Improv Show

Let's Do Brunch

Looking for a perfect place to 'do brunch' this weekend?

Let's Do Brunch

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Inocencio Headlines NYC Improv Show

Entertainment

Theater

Entertainment

Let's Do Brunch

Looking for a perfect place to 'do brunch' this weekend?

Let's Do Brunch

Entertainment

Orange Line Connection

Entertainment

Theater

Tuesday, April 19

W-L Boys Soccer: A Goal-Scoring Machine

Generals averaging 4.6 goals per game, 5-4 per district contest.

W-L Boys Soccer: A Goal-Scoring Machine

Sports Briefs

Sports Briefs: TC Boys Lax Surpasses ’10 Win Total

Mount Vernon Re-Focused by Loss to W-L

Kargbo, Majors decide to practice during spring break.

Mount Vernon Re-Focused by Loss to W-L

Cavaliers Live Up to High Expectations

Woodson starts 9-1 following last year’s state playoff appearance.

Cavaliers Live Up to High Expectations

Robinson Tennis Beats Herndon

Glory Days

Skeeter Swift reunites area athletes.

Glory Days

Robinson Tennis Beats Herndon

Mount Vernon Sports Briefs

Mount Vernon Re-Focused by Loss to W-L

Kargbo, Majors decide to practice during spring break.

Mount Vernon Re-Focused by Loss to W-L

Wolverines Roll in Spring Break Baseball Win

Lefty pitcher Murray fans seven Rebels in the non-district win.

Wolverines Roll in Spring Break Baseball Win

A Duck Only a Mother Would Love

Lee High presents ‘Honk! The Musical.’

A Duck Only a Mother Would Love

Wolverines Roll in Spring Break Baseball Win

Lefty pitcher Murray fans seven Rebels in the non-district win.

Wolverines Roll in Spring Break Baseball Win

A Duck Only a Mother Would Love

Lee High presents ‘Honk! The Musical.’

A Duck Only a Mother Would Love

Shakespeare for Modern Times

Hayfield stages updated 'Two Gentlemen of Verona.'

Shakespeare for Modern Times

Cavaliers Live Up to High Expectations

Woodson starts 9-1 following last year’s state playoff appearance.

Cavaliers Live Up to High Expectations

Shakespeare for Modern Times

Hayfield stages updated 'Two Gentlemen of Verona.'

Shakespeare for Modern Times

Monday, April 18

Bulletin Board

Burke & Fairfax Calendar

Calendar: Fairfax Station, Clifton, Springfield & Lorton

Faith Notes

Thursday, April 14

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Wednesday, April 13

Fine Arts

Entertainment

Orange Line Connection

Entertainment

Fine Arts

Entertainment

Tuesday, April 12

Oakton Baseball Could Contend in Tough Concorde District

Pitching strong Cougars must develop into a consistently good team at the plate.

Oakton Baseball Could Contend in Tough Concorde District

Sports Briefs

Bomberger’s Goal Sets Tone for TC Bounce-Back Win

Titans follow lopsided loss to West Springfield with shutout of Lee.

Bomberger’s Goal Sets Tone for TC Bounce-Back Win

Persistence Pays Off for Undefeated Woodson

Standout senior Danielle King returning to form after hamstring injury.

Persistence Pays Off for Undefeated Woodson

Experienced Langley Soccer Team Remains Unbeaten

Amato's Saxons hoping for better late season results this spring.

Experienced Langley Soccer Team Remains Unbeaten

Westfield Girls Building on Last Year's Success

Bulldogs unbeaten through their first six games this spring.

Westfield Girls Building on Last Year's Success

Seahawks Bounce Back From Tough Baseball Stretch

South Lakes snaps 3-game losing streak with win over Jefferson.

Seahawks Bounce Back From Tough Baseball Stretch

Determined Lee Softball Win Games Early On

Lancers are set to host Patriot rival South County on Friday.

Determined Lee Softball Win Games Early On

Timid Play Catches Up to Yorktown

Head coach Brunt wants Patriots on the attack.

Timid Play Catches Up to Yorktown

Sports Briefs: TC Girls Lacrosse Beats Lee

Benites’ Corner Kick Not Enough for Titans

TC loses 2-1 to undefeated West Springfield.

Benites’ Corner Kick Not Enough for Titans

Oakton Baseball Could Contend in Tough Concorde District

Pitching strong Cougars must develop into a consistently good team at the plate.

Oakton Baseball Could Contend in Tough Concorde District

Chantilly Girls Gaining Early Season Momentum

Bibbee's girls' squad gets into win column by defeating Oakton.

Chantilly Girls Gaining Early Season Momentum

Experienced Langley Soccer Team Remains Unbeaten

Amato's Saxons hoping for better late season results this spring.

Experienced Langley Soccer Team Remains Unbeaten

Westfield Girls Building on Last Year's Success

Bulldogs unbeaten through their first six games this spring.

Westfield Girls Building on Last Year's Success

Cool Customers

Eckenrode, Spartans overcome deficits during undefeated start.

Cool Customers

Gransback the Catalyst for Lake Braddock Lineup

Sophomore hits first varsity home run in win over West Potomac.

Gransback the Catalyst for Lake Braddock Lineup

Jarrell Leads Improved West Potomac Effort

After 3-0 start, Wolverines struggling against stiff competition.

Jarrell Leads Improved West Potomac Effort

Wildcats Ready to Tough It Out in Concorde

Centreville girls soccer team is off to a 6-0 start.

Wildcats Ready to Tough It Out in Concorde

Highlanders Unbeaten Through First Five Soccer Games

Memorable comeback versus Centreville boys is season highlight thus far.

Highlanders Unbeaten Through First Five Soccer Games

Gransback the Catalyst for Lake Braddock Lineup

Sophomore hits first varsity home run in win over West Potomac.

Gransback the Catalyst for Lake Braddock Lineup

Great Time of Year to Take in Some High School Sports

Get a breath of fresh air at a baseball, softball, or soccer game; or enjoy a smashing time at a tennis match.

Great Time of Year to Take in Some High School Sports

Seahawks Bounce Back From Tough Baseball Stretch

South Lakes snaps 3-game losing streak with win over Jefferson.

Seahawks Bounce Back From Tough Baseball Stretch

Herndon Boys' Soccer On Early Season Roll

Lanigan's squad set to play at Concorde District opponent Centreville on Thursday.

Herndon Boys' Soccer On Early Season Roll

Determined Lee Softball Win Games Early On

Lancers are set to host Patriot rival South County on Friday.

Determined Lee Softball Win Games Early On

Patriots Release Frustration on Generals

Patriots score game’s first eight goals, cruise to 17-7 victory.

Patriots Release Frustration on Generals

Chantilly Girls Gaining Early Season Momentum

Bibbee's girls' squad gets into win column by defeating Oakton.

Chantilly Girls Gaining Early Season Momentum

Cool Customers

Eckenrode, Spartans overcome deficits during undefeated start.

Cool Customers

Gransback the Catalyst for Lake Braddock Lineup

Sophomore hits first varsity home run in win over West Potomac.

Gransback the Catalyst for Lake Braddock Lineup

Jarrell Leads Improved West Potomac Effort

After 3-0 start, Wolverines struggling against stiff competition.

Jarrell Leads Improved West Potomac Effort

Wildcats Ready to Tough It Out in Concorde

Centreville girls soccer team is off to a 6-0 start.

Wildcats Ready to Tough It Out in Concorde

Highlanders Unbeaten Through First Five Soccer Games

Memorable comeback versus Centreville boys is season highlight thus far.

Highlanders Unbeaten Through First Five Soccer Games

Persistence Pays Off for Undefeated Woodson

Standout senior Danielle King returning to form after hamstring injury.

Persistence Pays Off for Undefeated Woodson

Gransback the Catalyst for Lake Braddock Lineup

Sophomore hits first varsity home run in win over West Potomac.

Gransback the Catalyst for Lake Braddock Lineup

Great Time of Year to Take in Some High School Sports

Get a breath of fresh air at a baseball, softball, or soccer game; or enjoy a smashing time at a tennis match.

Great Time of Year to Take in Some High School Sports

Herndon Boys' Soccer On Early Season Roll

Lanigan's squad set to play at Concorde District opponent Centreville on Thursday.

Herndon Boys' Soccer On Early Season Roll

Thursday, April 7

Fairfax Station, Lorton, Clifton & Springfield Calendar

Spring Fun & Entertainment

Bulletin Board

Spring Fun & Entertainment

Fairfax Station, Lorton, Clifton & Springfield Calendar

Spring Fun & Entertainment

Bulletin Board

Fairfax Station, Lorton, Clifton & Springfield Calendar

Spring Fun & Entertainment

Wednesday, April 6

Theater

Classified Advertising

Theater

Orange Line Connection

Residents Debate Dog Park at Monticello Park

If built, off-leash dog park would be a first for Braddock District.

Residents Debate Dog Park at Monticello Park

Entertainment

Fine Arts

It’s ‘Happy Days’ at Paul VI

Iconic TV comedy takes the stage.

It’s ‘Happy Days’ at Paul VI

Entertainment

Fine Arts

Entertainment

Orange Line Connection

Artifacts Bring Japanese Culture to Life

Entertainment

Sign of Spring

Fairfax Little League marks start of season with parade and Opening Day Ceremonies

Sign of Spring

Fine Arts

PVI Options Team Wins Silver Medal

Entertainment

Tuesday, April 5

Seahawks Hungry for More Lacrosse Success

Lunde's squad, coming off last year's breakout campaign, opens season with a pair of wins.

Seahawks Hungry for More Lacrosse Success

Stallions’ Baseball Finally Gets Started

Following several rainouts, South County bats are lively in win over West Potomac.

Stallions’ Baseball Finally Gets Started

Fairfax Enjoying Early Season Soccer Success

Under new coach, the Lady Rebels are 2-1-1 following win over Jaguars.

Fairfax Enjoying Early Season Soccer Success

Langley Pitching Leading the Way Early On

Saxons' baseball set to host Marshall Statesmen this Friday night.

Langley Pitching Leading the Way Early On

Herndon High Softball Team Playing Lights-Out Defense

Coach Amps likes the potential of his young Hornets.

Herndon High Softball Team Playing Lights-Out Defense

Lee Girls’ Soccer Gets Off to Fast Start

Lancers at home this Friday night to meet T.C.Williams.

Lee Girls’ Soccer Gets Off to Fast Start

Langley Pitching Leading the Way Early On

Saxons' baseball set to host Marshall Statesmen this Friday night.

Langley Pitching Leading the Way Early On

Herndon High Softball Team Playing Lights-Out Defense

Coach Amps likes the potential of his young Hornets.

Herndon High Softball Team Playing Lights-Out Defense

Seahawks Hungry for More Lacrosse Success

Lunde's squad, coming off last year's breakout campaign, opens season with a pair of wins.

Seahawks Hungry for More Lacrosse Success

Lee Girls’ Soccer Gets Off to Fast Start

Lancers at home this Friday night to meet T.C.Williams.

Lee Girls’ Soccer Gets Off to Fast Start

Stallions’ Baseball Finally Gets Started

Following several rainouts, South County bats are lively in win over West Potomac.

Stallions’ Baseball Finally Gets Started

Woodson’s Football Coach Search Is Underway

Former coach Taylor now in charge at Robinson.

Woodson’s Football Coach Search Is Underway

Former coach Taylor now in charge at Robinson.

Woodson’s Football Coach Search Is Underway

Fairfax Enjoying Early Season Soccer Success

Under new coach, the Lady Rebels are 2-1-1 following win over Jaguars.

Fairfax Enjoying Early Season Soccer Success

Friday, April 1

Will it be Another Magical Ride for McLean Softball?

Highlanders still vastly talented despite losing five starters from last year’s state title winning team.

Will it be Another Magical Ride for McLean Softball?

Westfield Baseball Once Again Strong on the Mound

Bulldogs win opener over host Vikings.

Westfield Baseball Once Again Strong on the Mound

Lee High Baseball Bringing in the New This Season

Lancers’ roster is filled with young players.

Lee High Baseball Bringing in the New This Season