Potomac Bulletin Board February-March
Bulletin Board for February through March.
Week in McLean
MCC Board to meet Feb. 27 and sheriff's office announces scholarship opportunity
Take ‘Virtual Tour’ of County
It may be cold and blustery outside — so fire up those computers and enjoy a little trip around the county at www.HeritageMontgomery.org.
McLean Student Appears in “Luck, Be A Lady” at Landon Middle
Landon Middle School, in collaboration with Holton Arms Middle School, has produced a one-hour, middle school age-appropriate version of the musical Guys and Dolls, Friday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m. at Landon School's Performing Arts Center.
Time To Register for Summer Camps
The county’s new 2013 Summer Camp Guide is available online at www.MontgomeryParks.org/guide, and www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rec.
Smoking Ban on County Property
The County Council on Tuesday, Feb. 12 unanimously approved Bill 33-12 that will establish a ban on smoking on most county owned or leased property.
Candidates Sought for MCC Board
The McLean Community Center (MCC), an agency of Fairfax County Government, is seeking candidates to run for open seats on its 2013-2014 Governing Board. The board provides oversight and guidance for MCC programs and facilities, which include the Robert Ames Alden Theatre and the Old Firehouse Teen Center.
Arrests in North Potomac Burglaries
Detectives from the 1st District Investigative Section have been investigating a series of residential burglaries that have occurred since May of 2012, with most of the incidents occurring since August of 2012. Residents in neighborhoods on either side of Travilah Road, south of Darnestown Road in North Potomac, reported daytime and evening burglaries.
Pride on Display at Chesterbrook
Chesterbrook Elementary celebrates with third annual International Night.
Chesterbrook Elementary School celebrated the international heritage of its students and families last Friday at its third annual International Night.
Building ‘Geodesic Dome’ at Churchill Road
After more than a month of hard work, fifth and sixth grade girls in the Churchill Road GEMS (Girls Excelling in Mathematics and Science) club completed the building of a geodesic dome.
Community Sounds off On School Discipline
County collects feedback on students’ rights and responsibilities.
Dozens of administrators, teachers, parents and community members gathered at McLean High School Thursday, Feb. 7, to share their feedback on the Fairfax County Public Schools Students Rights and Responsibilities manual.
McLean Seniors Sign Letters of Intent
Six students sign to play college sports in the fall.
Six McLean High School senior athletes made their college decisions final Wednesday, Feb. 6, signing letters of intent for their schools of choice for next year. Soccer players Evelyn Robinson and David Galdo, along with football player Robert Longwell have been awarded scholarships to play next year, while Lexi Slotkoff and Kris Hobbs will play for Ivy League schools.
Neighborhood College Teaches How County Operates
Seeking to empower residents who could use the lessons most.
"Arlington County's "Neighborhood College" is: (A) Eight weeks of programs abut Arlington government; (B) A means of "leveling the playing field" between residents in well-to-do neighborhoods and residents in less-well-to-do neighborhoods in Arlington; (C) A tool allowing members of Arlington civic groups to become more effective in community affairs; (D) An entry to "The Arlington Way"; or (E) All of the above. The answer is "(E)."
Week in Great Falls
Golden Calidore Quartet Comes to Great Falls
Senior Center Sets Goals
After incorporation, Great Falls Senior Center plans to become nonprofit, name board by end of year.
The Great Falls Senior Center has big plans for 2013 after getting off the ground as a working group of the Great Falls Citizens Association.
Video
- woodcock dancing vert Keith Ramos USFWS
- SFCD Video
- Understanding FCPS' Budget 393 comments
- McLean Family Restaurant 221 comments
- Inova Shooting Aug. 15, 2016 118 comments
- Video Released of 2009 Officer-Involved Shooting 180 comments
- Virginia Charity Event: Freezin' for a Reason 408 comments