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Emily Smith, Senior, Lake Braddock Sec-ondary School, pictured with U.S. Rep Gerry Connolly (D-11), is one of the recipients of the 2020 Student Peace Awards of Fairfax County.

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By Mia Bridges

West Springfield High School

The place is Cu Chi, Vietnam; theyear is 1967. It is the VietnamWar, and six brave women aredoing their best to serve their

country and aid the American soldiers inLake Braddock Secondary School’s produc-tion of “A Piece of My Heart,” a heart-wrenching tale of the effects of war.

“A Piece of My Heart” is a dramatic, pow-erful play written by Shirley Lauro andbased on the memoir of the same name byKeith Walker. It follows six Americanwomen who served in the Vietnam war:Army nurses Sissy and LeeAnn, Navy nurseMartha, Red Cross nurse Whitney, intelli-gence officer Steele, and country musicsinger MaryJo. These characters are basedon real women who served in the war, andthe play explores not only their experiencesin Vietnam but also how it affects them oncethey return stateside.

Braddock’s production is led by six amaz-ing actresses who each portray one of thesix women serving. Each actress had herown very distinct character that had a veryclear arc from the beginning to the end ofthe show. The amount of understandingeach actress had for her character’s growthand interaction with the story was abso-

lutely incredible. Sissy (Adeline Merlo), forinstance, created many powerful momentsthat tied her story together, such as herbreakdown over the death of a soldier whocarried her photograph and her learningthat her daughter was affected by AgentOrange disease. Whitney (Zoey Golabek)and LeeAnn (Jannesta Marshall) also pro-vided strong performances with confidencethat helped carry the show; they drew theaudience’s attention every time they wereon stage with their brilliant stage presence.Additionally, Martha (Maddie Hovastak),Steele (MaKayla Super), and MaryJo (Sa-

vannah Raeder) all had wonderfully con-sistent mannerisms that really sold the au-thenticity of their characters to the audi-ence. Together, the six actresses built astrong, confident leading cast that piquedthe audience’s interest in every second ofthe show.

The lighting in Braddock’s “A Piece of MyHeart,” designed by Ethan Feil, contributedwholeheartedly to the mood of the play, andit did so beautifully in every instance. Thecyclorama was lit with a variety of colorsbased on what was happening in the scene:at Christmastime, it was red and green;

while the women were partying, it shiftedbetween different rainbow patterns; andduring mass casualties, it was colored adramatic, bloody red. In addition to this,the lighting was used to create many dif-ferent effects; for instance, during thebombing scenes, lights were turned rapidlyon and off in order to emulate emergencylights. The lighting crew also never misseda cue; every blackout was right on time andevery spotlight was in its exact place.

The special effects in Braddock’s produc-tion consisted of incredibly realistic fakewounds that demonstrated how gruesomethe war was to the audience. DesignerAaron Ruggiero created faux cuts, burns,and even amputations that shocked theaudience with their realism, building verypowerful scenes that showed the horrificsights that the nurses had to deal with on adaily basis. When fake blood from the bod-ies squirted onto Martha, Sissy, and LeeAnn,the audience truly grasped how terrifyingtheir job was.

Lake Braddock Secondary School’s per-formance of “A Piece of My Heart” washeart-wrenching, beautiful, and powerfulbeyond words. With a strikingly strong castand stellar tech design and execution, LakeBraddock Theatre caused every audiencemember to leave a piece of their heart withthis gorgeous story.

Photo by Jamie Grove

From left: Angelia DeJesus, Amy Smith, Ellen Keil, Savannah Raeder andMegan Orlando in Lake Braddock Secondary School’s production of ‘APiece of My Heart.’

A Heart-wrenching Tale Lake Braddock Secondary School’sproduction of ‘A Piece of My Heart.’

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NewsConnection Editor Kemal Kurspahic

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By Mercia Hobson

The Connection

The 2020 Student Peace Awards of FairfaxCounty, held Sunday, March 1, recognizedhigh school junior and senior students at24 public and two private high schools

in the county who made a positive contribution totheir school or wider community by promoting mu-tual understanding and respect for all people. Heldat the Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center inFairfax, sponsors, family and friends celebrated theaccomplishments of the recipients at a public recep-tion.

Last fall, organizers asked the schools’ principalsto nominate one outstanding student or studentgroup for the award, proactively seeking a likelynominee. This year’s recipients worked as peacemak-ers in a variety of settings according to emcee, Mar-garet Fisher, who during her remarks at Sunday’sreception gave a brief overview of each student’s ac-complishment.

According to Fisher, in Vienna at Cedar LaneHigh School, Senior Sage Quick and Junior WillLaWalt volunteered to serve as peers in a Personal

Development class that taught social skills, decision-making, and coping strategies for difficult or con-fusing situations. “Peers model communication skillsas they listen to students talk about their interestsand concerns. They then help the students in the classremain calm and focused,” Fisher said.

Sarah Gu is a Senior at McLean HighSchool. When she visited her family in China therethe last five summers, she offered the children freelessons in English and current affairs. According toFisher, Gu eventually grew her program into an or-ganization called “The Windows,” which served over600 children.

At Oakton High School, Fisher said thatRoudah Chaker put in hundreds of volunteer hourspacking meals, participating in back-to-school drivesfor orphanages, distributing needed items to thehomeless, and raising $3000 for Syrian refugees. “Sheis also active politically, working to correct policiesthat directly harm those who want to come to theU.S. for its promise of peace,” said Fisher.

Senior and junior high school students honored.

Student Peace Awards Presented

See Peace Awards, Page 5

From left: Vice-Chair of theFairfax County Board ofSupervisors Penny Gross(D-Mason District), Chair ofthe Fairfax County SchoolBoard Karen Corbett Sand-ers (Mount Vernon), U.S.Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-11),Fairfax County SchoolBoard Members KarenKeys-Gamarra (At-Large)and Melanie Meren (HunterMill District).

Family, friendsand loved onespack the com-munity centerat the 2020Student PeaceAwards ofFairfax County.

What Do Award Recipients Say?

Viewpoints

Photos by Mercia Hobson/The Connection

Salwa Zahid, Senior, WestSpringfield High School:Having been to a war-torncountry myself and seen thedevastating effects of war, Iam glad to be having apositive impact on others’lives around the world. Byorganizing drives, fundraisers,and raising awareness aboutthe conflicts around the worldand their effects on thecivilians, we are not onlybringing peace to the lives ofthose affected by war but alsocalling for an end to thosewars.

Catherine Soto, Senior,Lee High School: I’m soglad to be a part of the clubbest buddies because itspreads inclusion, which issomething society shouldvalue. I’m very honored toreceive this award andrepresent this club thatencourages peace.

Siedeen Ahmed, Senior,South County HighSchool: Change can onlycome about if we start it first.

Renee Ritchey, Senior,Fairfax High School: Thereason I’m so involved inadvocacy is that people tellme I shouldn’t care. Well, Ifigure that if you don’t care,you aren’t paying attentionenough. Be a part of thesolution, even if people tryand label you as “angry.” That“anger” is the drive andpassion for making the worlda better place.

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Opinion

By Kenneth R. “Ken” Plum

State Delegate (D-36)

The General Assembly isin the final week of itsscheduled 60-day annual session—sched-

uled to adjourn sine die on March7. The session has already madehistory with the actions that havebeen taken, and that history willbe added to in its last week. Resolution of re-maining issues will determine just how historic

the session will be and howstrong the forces of “wehave always done it thisway” are.

A majority of both the House and the Senatemembers agree that the minimum wage shouldbe increased—actually should have been in-creased years ago. The current minimum of$7.25 is an embarrassment. But discussionscontinue to be held on how much the increaseshould be. Should there be incremental in-creases over time? Should increases be state-wide or regional? What jobs should the in-crease cover?

Almost every member ran for office with a

promise to clean up the environ-ment. How should we get to acleaner economy in the state?What should be the timeline onenvironmental legislation as ex-perts advise us on the impendingclimate change crisis? Are con-sumers willing to pay more to getcleaner electricity?

How strict should backgroundchecks be for firearm transfers? A

slim majority support my bill to require a back-ground check on all firearm transfers. Othersare vehement about having background checksfor only firearm purchases. Should compro-mises be made on gun safety measures de-signed to reduce gun-related violence?

Should public employees be allowed to bar-gain with local governments on the conditionsand compensation for employment? Or shouldthey only be able to meet and discuss theirwages and conditions with local governmentswith no power to bargain? Should all employ-ees be required to pay dues to unions that arerepresenting their interests?

How often should vehicles have a safety in-spection? For many years the requirement wastwice annually. Most recently it has been once

annually. Most states have dropped the require-ment. Would every other year be adequate?

With gasoline tax revenues declining as au-tomobiles get more mileage per gallon, shouldthe gas tax be increased to make up for theloss? Or should cars be taxed on the distancethey travel in a year? And what about electricvehicles that do not burn any gas? Should webe making a greater investment in our trans-portation infrastructure?

Should a constitutional amendment be ap-proved setting up an independent redistrict-ing commission or is there another way to trymake sure districts can be drawn fairly with-out incumbents alone picking their voters?

I have made my views public on these andother issues over the years. In a legislative ses-sion all views must be considered: urban, sub-urban, rural; Democratic, Republican, Social-ist (there is one); conservative, moderate, lib-eral; etc. In most instances a compromise canbe reached in conference committees such asthose that are now meeting. Other issues willbe put off for another year. Regardless of whathappens with remaining issues, the 2020 ses-sion will go down in history as truly a remark-able one with the many tough issues that havealready been resolved.

Work Is Not Yet Done

Letters to the Editor

Commentary

Dear Parents and Staff,

FCPS is working closely with theFairfax County Health Departmentto monitor the latest updatesabout the coronavirus (COVID-19). We are reinforcing the im-portance of ensuring students arefollowing proper handwashingprocedures before eating and af-ter sneezing, coughing, or usingthe bathroom. We realize that timeis a valuable commodity duringthe school day, and in today’s en-vironment, hand washing shouldbe a priority, so we are encourag-ing staff to provide ample time for

students to wash their hands. Weare reinforcing with our custodialteams the importance of followingour standard cleaning protocols byusing hospital-grade disinfectantson frequently-touched surfacessuch as doorknobs, faucet handles,and handrails. Hand sanitizer isavailable in all schools and if a stu-dent is showing signs of a cold orthe flu, they should stay home.

As indicated in my message toyou last week, FCPS is in the pro-cess of reviewing and updating itsexisting pandemic influenza re-sponse plan. The plan addressesthe specific activities necessary to

Coronavirus Update - Message from the Superintendent - March 2keep schools open and operatingwhile providing a clean and safeenvironment during an outbreakand the essential functions thatmust be performed by FCPS ifschools are closed. FCPS will con-tinue to work closely with healthofficials to prepare for various sce-narios that could develop.

Our overall goal would be to doall we can to maintain continuityof operations while minimizingstudent and staff exposure.

As of today, there are no con-firmed COVID-19 cases in FairfaxCounty or the D.C. region. Up-dated information is being posted

to this webpage: FCPS coronavirus-update and additional informationis available from the Fairfax CountyHealth Department .

To date, FCPS has cancelled in-ternational field trips and short-term visitations to and from somecountries, based on CDC guide-lines.

We will continue to provide youregular updates as this situationcontinues to rapidly evolve.

Sincerely,

Scott BrabrandSuperintendent, Fairfax

County Public Schools

To the Editor:Governor Northam, Del. Filler-

Corn, and Sen. Marsden, I am call-ing on you to add a gender neu-tral option for Virginia drivers li-censes. As a Non-Binary person,this little change would mean anenormous amount. It would be anofficial validation of who I am. Itwould help me believe we are alltruly equal citizens under the law.It would help normalize differentgenders besides man and woman,and it would help recognizeintersexed people who are so of-ten overlooked.

Fifteen other states and D.C. al-ready have this option. I have beentold all my life I do not fit in. I have

been physically harmed. I havelearned to not use a bathroom forover 12 hours at a time. I havebeen subject to very confusedfriskings at the airport because Ido not fit into one of two boxes,and whichever box they pick, Iping for not looking right In thescan.

Please give me a third option.Such a small change to be inclu-sive of all Virginia’s citizens. To notbe humiliated, to have my govern-ment recognize who I am. Add agender neutral option on the Vir-ginia drivers license.

Ja’acov Miriam Van PeltBurke

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Statewide ResultsJoe Biden 704,541 53.33%Bernie Sanders 305,493 23.12%Elizabeth Warren 142,280 10.77%Michael Bloomberg 127,655 9.66%Tulsi Gabbard 11,231 0.85%

8th Congressional DistrictJoe Biden 95,000 49.12%Bernie Sanders 40,095 20.73%Elizabeth Warren 32,064 16.58%Michael Bloomberg 19,860 10.27%Tulsi Gabbard 1,189 0.61%

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11th Congressional DistrictJoe Biden 78,703 49.74%Bernie Sanders 39,685 25.08%Elizabeth Warren 18,631 11.77%Michael Bloomberg 16,370 10.35%Tulsi Gabbard 1,119 0.71%

Virginia Presidential Primary 2020 ResultsBiden Wins VirginiaFairfax CountyJoe Biden 121,865Bernie Sanders 57,085Elizabeth Warren 29,633Michael Bloomberg 28,131Tulsi Gabbard 1,794

Arlington CountyJoe Biden 33,975Bernie Sanders 13,263Elizabeth Warren 14,062Michael Bloomberg 6,682Tulsi Gabbard 383

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South Lakes High Schoolin Reston is where LindseyHirshfeld goes to school andis a senior. “Hirshfeld feels em-pathy for classmates who arestruggling to overcome a vari-ety of issues that make themfeel isolated. She helped raisemoney for children with braintumors, organized cultural fes-tivals to showcase diversity, andhelped stage a school-wide si-lent protest against gun vio-lence,” said Fisher.

At South County HighSchool in Lorton, SiedeenAhmed, Senior foundedSouth County’s Interfaith Clubto provide a safe space for stu-dent-led discussions. “She isalso the President of Stallionswith Refugees. Her goal is tospread the message that all stu-dents, including immigrantsand refugees, are welcome andvalued,” said Fisher.

One after another, Fisher readprofiles of youth who made adifference, some locally likeCatherine Soto, Senior atLee High School in Spring-

field. “Soto helped create theBest Buddies chapter at Lee HighSchool. Soto and her fellow BestBuddies leaders were responsiblefor recruiting general educationstudents who wished to build a re-lationship with the special needsstudents who might not otherwisehave had the opportunity to en-gage with the student community,”said Fisher.

Others made differences toworld neighbors, like BetsabePardo, Senior at MountainView High School inCentreville. Pardo raised moneyto bring safe drinking water tocommunities around the world.

Dignitaries acknowledged theachievements of the recipients.U.S. Rep. Gerry Connelly (D-11)said, “I congratulate this year’s re-cipients of the Student PeaceAwards. Their leadership and com-mitment to being peacemakersand fostering mutual respect forour differences are bringing posi-tive change and inclusivity to ourcommunity.”

Supervisor Penny Gross (D-Ma-son District) shared a letter fromChair of the Fairfax County Board

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Peace Awards Presented

of Supervisors, Jeffery McKay. Sheread: “I am always proud to seethe level of commitment our stu-dents in Fairfax County put towardimproving our community. It is thisinspiring energy and action, com-bined with Fairfax County resi-dents’ diverse experiences that al-low us to consistently strive to-ward creating a better community

for all.”In her remarks , Gues t

Speaker Kendyl Crawford, Di-rector of Virginia InterfaithPower & Light addressed theeffect of climate change onpeace.

Crawford sa id she wasamazed at the students’ effortsto care not only for their neigh-

bors but to repair relation-ships with Mother Earth.

The awardees received $250,plus another $100 to be givento any nonprofit organizationof their choice that operated inthe spirit of the Peace Awards.The students also received thebook, Sweet Fruit from a Bit-ter Tree by Mark Andreas.

Margaret Fisher emcees the 2020 StudentPeace Awards of Fairfax County held at theStacy C. Sherwood Community Center,Fairfax, on Sunday, March 1.

U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-11) offershis congratulations to the recipients ofthe 2020 Student Peace Awards ofFairfax County.

Photos by Mercia Hobson/The Connection

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Wellbeing

By Marilyn Campbell

The Connection

March is self-injury prevention month,a time when mental health profes-sionals work to raise awareness of

the condition, recognize the signs and work toremove the stigma. Known by clinicians as non-suicidal self-injury, the behavior is described asintentionally harming oneself without intend-ing to end one’s life. The population most likelyto engage in self-harm behaviors range frommiddle school through college, according to theAmerican Psychological Association.

“When teens begin engaging in cutting be-havior it is typically because they are feelingoverwhelmed by intense feelings or emotionsand don’t have the coping skills to manage orrespond to how they feel, said therapist CarolBarnaby, MSW, LCSW.

“Adolescents might self-injure to distractthemselves from intense negative emotions ofsadness or anger, or emotional numbness,added Jerome Short, Ph.D., Associate Profes-

self-harming releases the body’s natural opiates andendorphins that help them manage their feelings,”said Joanne Bagshaw, Ph.D., Professor of Psychol-ogy at Montgomery College. “On the flip side, a teenwho is shut down or who feels numb might self-harmto feel their feelings. Alternatively, self-harm may befor the teen to communicate that they need help.”

Several factors might trigger self-inflicted injuries.“Childhood abuse and conflicted parental relation-ships may trigger self-injury,” said Short. “Self-injurymay be a sign of depression, anxiety, substance use,or post-traumatic stress disorders.”

Parents who suspect that their child might be en-gaging in intentional self-injury should avoid criti-cism and seek mental health treatment. “Parentsshould not ignore the problem,” said Short. “If chil-dren engage in life threatening behavior, they shouldtake them to a hospital.”

Noticing those marks, however,could require careful attention.“Teens who self-injure often hidethe marks that self-injury mightcause,” said Child PsychologistStacie Isenberg, Psy. D. “For ex-ample, they may wear a long-sleeved shirt in hot weather ifthere are marks on their arms ormultiple bracelets if there aremarks on their wrists.”

“If parents feel that their teen is engaging in self-harm behaviors they should show compassion fortheir child and get help, added Barnaby. “Self-harmbehavior is very treatable with early intervention.“

Inflicting Pain to Gain ReliefSelf Injury Awareness Month is a timeto learn about the condition and erase the stigma.

“Self-injury may be a sign ofdepression, anxiety, substanceuse, or post-traumatic stressdisorders.”

— Jerome Short, Ph.D., Associate Professorof Psychology at George Mason University

sor of Psychology at George Mason University.“They may also want to punish themselves orexpress a need for help.”

Cuts and burns on the wrists or thighs areamong the most common signs of self-injury.“Parents may notice their children have unex-plained cuts, burns, or bruises,” said Short.“Adolescents may wear clothing or bracelets tocover themselves even in very warm settings.Parents may find knives or razors in theirchildren’s rooms or notice they are missing fromthe home.”

“Other signs that your child may be cuttinginclude marks on the skin from scratching, us-ing a paper clip or skin picking, advises Barnaby.“Multiple similar marks on the skin in closeproximity for which your child has no explana-tion,’ said Barnaby.

While cutting and burningoneself causes pain initially,that pain can evolve into re-lief. “Sometimes cutting canbe habit-forming or becomecompulsive, said Barnaby.“This in simple terms, meansthat the more the personcuts the more they feel theneed to do it and their brainassociates cutting with re-lief.”

Teens might turn to self-injury as a way ofregulating their emotions. “For teens who arefeeling a lot of strong and intense emotions,

StacieIsenberg

“Self-harm behavioris very treatablewith earlyintervention.”

— Carol Barnaby, LCSW

JeromeShort

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News

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam visited theheadquarters of Volunteer Fairfax in FairfaxCity, Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 25, 2020. Thegovernor was in Fairfax to speak with thestaff of Legal Services of Northern Virginiawhich is also housed in the BurkholderBuilding.

After taking a tour of the Volunteer Fairfaxheadquarters lead by Volunteer FairfaxChief Executive Officer Steve Mutty andVolunteer Fairfax Chief Operating OfficerEmily Swenson, Northam spoke with Vol-unteer Fairfax staff , its board of directorspresident Ginger L. Bristow and severalvolunteers with RSVP (Retired and SeniorVolunteer Program) and Volunteer Fairfax’sVolunteers for Change program about thework they do and the current volunteerneeds in the community.

RSVP-Northern Virginia, a program ofVolunteer Fairfax, Volunteer Arlington and

Volunteer Alexandria, personally matchesvolunteers 55 or better with their ideal ser-vice opportunities. RSVP is holding a freeseminar titled “The Art of Volunteering inRetirement,” Saturday, March 21, 2020, atthe headquarters of Volunteer Fairfax.

Volunteers for Change provides flexibleweekend and evening volunteer opportu-nities for busy adults with a desire to serve.A VFC orientation is scheduled to take placeat 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 17, at Volun-teer Fairfax.

Volunteer Fairfax also hosts the annualFairfax County Volunteer Service Awards,this year taking place April 23, 2020, at theWestfields Marriott Washington Dulles Ho-tel in Chantilly. To sign any of these volun-teer orientations or to purchase tickets forthe April 23 Volunteer Service Awardsbreakfast visit www.volunteerfairfax.org orwww.rsvpnova.org.

Virginia Governor Ralph Northam visitsVolunteer Fairfax

Virginia Governor Ralph Northam, left, speaks with RSVP (Retired andSenior Volunteer Program) volunteers, from right, Ken Kozloff of Spring-field, Bing Van Nuys of Fairfax and Michael McLaughlin of Fairfax Sta-tion, during Northam’s visit to Volunteer Fairfax, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020,in the City of Fairfax.

Photos by Rob Paine/Volunteer Fairfax/RSVP- Northern Virginia

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam, fifth from right, pictured with VolunteerFairfax staff and volunteers, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020, during his visit tothe volunteer center in Fairfax City.

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ONGOINGSt. James Intramural High School

Basketball League. Now thru March 10. Atthe St. James Sports, Wellness andEntertainment Complex, 6805 Industrial Road,Springfield. The St. James invites you toparticipate in its Middle School BasketballLeague for Boys & Girls (8th to 12th grade),Now thru March 10, in the new 33,000 squarefoot Basketball Courthouse on four high schoolregulation sized courts. The TSJ Intramural HighSchool Basketball League registration fee is$250 per player and $600 per team. All gamesare officiated and statistics provided. The TSJIntramural High School Basketball league alsoincludes a Playoff round where top teams in theleague will meet. Visit https://www.thestjames.com/sports/basketball/sessions/8/courses/tsj-basketball-winter-team orcontact Alpha or Pele with any questions at 703-239-6841.

Monday Exercise Classes. Now thru March 30.9:30-10:30 a.m. At Lord of Life LutheranChurch, 5114 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax.Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke offersexercise classes for older adults designed tobuild strength and improve balance andflexibility. All levels of ability are welcome. Callthe SCFB office, 703-426-2824, for classinformation.

Wednesday Exercise Classes. Now thru May27. 9-10 a.m. At The Lutheran Church of theAbiding Presence, 6304 Lee Chapel Road, Burke.Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke offersexercise classes for older adults designed tobuild strength and improve balance andflexibility. All levels of ability are welcome. Callthe SCFB office, 703-426-2824, for classinformation. (20 weeks @$2.50/class = $50)

The Color Green. Now thru March 29. AtTorpedo Factory Artists at Mosaic, 105 DistrictAve., Fairfax. In celebration of an early springand St. Patrick’s Day, Torpedo Factory artists aretackling one of nature’s most ubiquitous colors,green. In its newest exhibit simply titled, Green,the gallery is presenting a selection of originalpaintings, photographs, jewelry, scarves,ceramics and more, that reflect its variousartists’ interpretations of the color. TorpedoFactory artists are chosen through a rigorousjurying process and enjoy a high degree ofacclaim, both locally and nationally. Savvyshoppers know Torpedo Factory Artists @Mosaic as a place not only to enjoy fine art butalso as a great place to purchase art ataffordable prices.

Friday Exercise Classes. Now thru April 3.9:30-10:30 a.m. At Lord of Life LutheranChurch, 5114 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax.Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke offersexercise classes for older adults designed tobuild strength and improve balance andflexibility. All levels of ability are welcome. Callthe SCFB office, 703-426-2824, for classinformation. (8 weeks, $20).

Lines and Pauses. Now thru April 5. At ArchesGallery, Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton. “Linesand Pauses” is the culmination of the works ofMarc Pachon captured over the last years withlocal and international dancers and models, tiedtogether with a common thread of fabric movingfrom one shot to the next, interspersed with hisfreeze-frame captures of moments in time thatdisappeared as soon as the photograph wastaken. Free. Visit the website:www.byondhelp.com

SATURDAY/MARCH 7Monopoly Tournament. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. At

Moose Lodge Family Center in Lorton. Nearly100 players, cheered on by family, friends, andvolunteers will play three timed rounds ofMonopoly and compete for cash and prizes - allto raise money for the Lorton Community ActionCenter (LCAC). Sponsorship Levels: Round 1 -$300 per table; Round 2 - $600 per table (incl. 2free tickets to the event); Round 3 - $1,000(incl. 4 free tickets to the event). To register /sponsor / pay / participate or play, go to:https://lortonaction.org/monopoly-tournament/

Catholic Schools Job Fair. 9-11 a.m. At Paul VIHigh School, 10675 Fairfax Blvd., Fairfax. TheCatholic Diocese of Arlington’s Office of CatholicSchools will hold a job fair seeking to fill up to150 teaching positions. Positions are open in

preschools, elementary, middle and highschools. The Diocese has 37 parish (K-8)schools, four diocesan high schools, fourindependent Catholic schools and five free-standing (not connected with a parish school)pre-schools, serving more than 17,000 students.For more information, contact Mallory Sigmonat 703-841-2519 or visit https://www.arlingtondiocese.org/catholic-schools/careers/.

Teen Job Fair. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. At WoodsonHigh School 9525 Main Street, Fairfax. Focusedon students and younger job seekers looking fora variety of employment opportunities; full time,after-school, seasonal positions, internshipopportunities, and volunteer positions.Sponsored by Supervisor Pat Herrity, SupervisorDalia Palchik, Supervisor James Walkinshaw,Woodson High School, Central Fairfax Chamberof Commerce.

Wilderness Walk. 1-3 p.m. At Burke Lake Park,7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station. Take a walk onthe wild side with the “Burke Lake WildernessWalk” for participants age 12 to adult. Explorethe wilderness area of the park as you visit twoold home sites and two vernal pools with anaturalist. Learn about the park’s natural andcultural history. Moderate walking is required.The cost is $15 per person. Call 703-323-6600.

Teen Job Fair. 2 to 4 p.m. At South County HighSchool, 8501 Silverbrook Road, Lorton. Theseevents focused on students and younger jobseekers looking for a variety of employmentopportunities; full time, after-school, seasonalpositions, internship opportunities, andvolunteer positions. Sponsored by SupervisorPat Herrity, Supervisor Dan Storck, SouthFairfax Chamber of Commerce, South CountyFederation, and South County High School.

Geocaching Workshop 2 to 4 p.m. At BurkeLake Park, 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station. For

ages 8 to adult. Learn how to use hand-heldGlobal Positioning System (GPS) units to locatehidden caches within Burke Lake Park. Followlatitude and longitude coordinates to find ahidden object, container or unique geologicalfeature. Bring your own GPS; a limited numberare available to borrow from the instructor atclass. The program cost is $22 per person. Call703-323-6600.

Stargazing and S’Mores. 8:30-10 p.m. At BurkeLake Park, 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station,Burke. Set your sights on the stars and warm upinside and out with s’mores by a roaringcampfire at Burke Lake Park. Participants age 3to adult can take a stroll along the lakeshorewhile learning about the constellations, theirstories and other night-sky features. Anastronomical naturalist will identify stars for youand have some telescopes available for you touse. Then, put the finishing touches on yourevening out with a campfire and s’mores.S’mores ingredients will be provided; hot dogsare welcome. Cost is $12 per person. Childrenmust be accompanied by a registered adult. Call703-323-6600 or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/burke-lake.

SUNDAY/MARCH 8A Day at Fairfax Station Railroad Museum.

1-4 p.m. At Fairfax Station Railroad Museum,11200 Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station.Take the History Challenge or enjoy self-guidedtours with our Uniguide Audio Tour. Volunteerswill conduct 60-minute walking tours of themuseum and museum neighborhood to givevisitors an idea of what life was like in a smallrailroad community. Tours begin

at 1:15 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. No reservations needed.Museum members and ages 4 and under, free;ages 5-12, $3; ages 13 and older, $5; seniors 65

and older and active and retired military, $4.Visit the website: www.fairfax-station.org.

WEDNESDAY/MARCH 11Wednesday at the Movies. At Cinema Arts

Theatre, 9650 Main Street, Fairfax. Sponsoredby Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke.Discounted tickets for seniors; $5.50. The groupmeets after the movie for a short discussion ofthe film. Transportation may be provided if youcall the transportation office (703-323-4788) aweek prior to the movie date. Contact AnneAllen, at 703-978-5973, for movie selection andother details.

SATURDAY/MARCH 14Archaeology Symposium. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. At

George Mason’s Gunston Hall, 10709 GunstonRoad, Mason Neck. This year’s theme is Historyin Transit. Learn more about recentarchaeological developments and discover whatis happening in the region from archaeologyprofessionals. Participate in discussions andeven learn how you can be more involved inlocal preservation. This event is in partnershipwith Friends of Fairfax Archaeology. Cost is $45;$35 for members of Gunston Hall & Friends ofFairfax Archaeology. Visit the website:www.gunstonhall.org

Metro School of the Arts Company Project:Upgrade. 7-9 p.m. At Ernst CommunityCultural Center, 8333 Little River Turnpike,Annandale. Upgrade under the artistic directionof Sara Hart, Charles Renato, and Roxanne Kingfeatures innovative choreography byMetropolitan faculty, students, alumnus, andrenowned guest artists. Join the pre-professionaldance companies, iMpulse, MYTE, anddynaMYTE along with special guest performers,as they explore the peaks and valleys of life,discover the strengths and weaknesses of eachother, and challenge us all to an upgrade.Upgrade will be an evening of electrifyingperformances featuring some of the area’s mostincredible youth dancers in tap, jazz,contemporary, music theater, and hip hop. Costis $20. Visit the website: http://metropolitanarts.org

Beethoven at 250 “Soulmates.” 8 p.m. AtGMU Center for the Arts, Concert Hall, 4373Mason Pond Dr, Fairfax. Featuring the FairfaxSymphony Orchestra with ChristopherZimmerman, conductor, and Philippe Bianconiof France on piano. The program featuresBrahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 and Beethoven“Symphony of Symphonies.” Hear the storiesbehind the music with music directorChristopher Zimmerman and special guestsbefore the concert at 7 p.m. Visit the website:http://cfa.calendar.gmu.edu/fairfax-symphony-orchestra-beethoven-at-250-soulmates

SUNDAY/MARCH 15NTRAK Model Train Show. 1-4 p.m. At Fairfax

Station Railroad Museum, 11200 Fairfax StationRoad, Fairfax Station. The Northern VirginiaNTRAK members will hold a N gauge TrainDisplay at the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum.Admission: museum members, free; adults 13and over, $5; children 5-12, $3; under 4, free.Seniors (65+ and military (active & retired), $4.Call 703-425-9225 or visit the website:

www.fairfax-station.org.Capitol Steps Perform. Dessert Reception: 3:30

p.m.; the Show: 4:30-6 p.m. At Fairfax HighSchool, 3501 Rebel Run, Fairfax. Benefit for theShepherd’s Center Serving Oakton-Vienna-Reston-Herndon. Folks at the Shepherd’s Centerserving Oakton-Vienna-Reston-Herndon aregearing up for another sell-out crowd for thisevent featuring the comedy troupe CapitolSteps. No matter who or what is in theheadlines, you can bet the Capitol Steps willtackle both sides of the political spectrum andall things equally foolish. Tickets: $35; day of:$40 cash/credit only. Student (18 and under)Tickets: $15 Day of: $20 cash/credit only.Groups of 10 or more: $30. To purchase tickets:https://www.scov.org/capstepstickets or call thehotline at 703-281-0601.

WEDNESDAY/MARCH 18Education Recruitment Day. 9:30-11 a.m. At

Dewberry Hall, Johnson Center, 4400 UniversityDrive, Fairfax. This annual recruitment event isa career fair for jobs and internships in the fieldof education! Network with recruiters from theD.C. Metro area and surrounding regions

Entertainment

Russian National Ballet:“Romeo & Juliet” / “Carmen”

Saturday/March 7, 8 p.m. At GMU Center for the Arts, 4373 Mason Pond Drive, Fairfax. With lushmusic and exquisite grace, the Russian National Ballet returns to the Center to perform two of the world’sgreatest ballets: Romeo and Juliet together with Carmen. Both ballets express the torments of love. Younglove, bursting with exhilarating passion, is at the heart of Romeo and Juliet, with the perilous fate forthe star-crossed lovers. While with Carmen, it is unrequited love, burning with obsession that is at thecenter of this beautifully tragic ballet. Under the direction of the legendary Bolshoi principal dancer ElenaRadchenko, the company brings both timeless classics to life, articulating the nuances of love throughexpressive dance, elegant costumes, and lavish sets. Cost is $56, $48, $34. Visit the website:www.cfa.gmu.edu

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seeking candidates for a wide rangeof education roles. Free. Visit thewebsite: https://mason360.gmu.edu/Career/rsvp_boot?id=682099

FRIDAY/MARCH 20GAMEmason. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. At

GMU, Fairfax Campus, 4373 MasonPond Drive, Fairfax. Battle againstfriends in a Super Smash Bros.Ultimate Tournament for a chance tofind yourself on the big stage for thefinals. Relive childhood fun with anexpanded arcade filled with favoriteslike Pinball, Donkey Kong, and manymore. Experience AR/VRdemonstrations, attend educationpanels, Q&A sessions, and keynotesessions and meet and greets withmajor power players in the gamingindustry including Tara Stong(Canadian-American actress andvoice actor for Rikku in both FinalFantasy X and the popular “KingdomHearts” video game series) andAngela Hession (Head of XBOXSafety at Microsoft, who has helpedlaunch more than 100 games onXbox 360 and Kinect). Visit: https://si.gmu.edu/gamemason. AdmissionGeneral Public: $25 generaladmission.

MARCH 21-22Hearth Cooking Workshops. 10

a.m. to 4 p.m. At George Mason’sGunston Hall, 10709 Gunston Road,Mason Neck. Join in the hearthkitchen at Gunston Hall for theultimate experience in slow food asyou learn to employ 18th-centurycooking techniques and recipes tocreate period dishes. Use your hearthskills to investigate complex recipeswhile cooking over an open flame,

take a tour of the house and meetother food enthusiasts. TheBeginning and Intermediate HearthCooking Workshops are now open!Up for a challenge? Register for bothclasses and experience a full weekendof 18th century cooking. Cost: $100 -$225. Visit the website: https://gunstonhall.org/event/hearth-cooking-workshops/

LEGO Model Train Display.Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday12 p.m. to 4 p.m. At The FairfaxStation Railroad Museum, 11200Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station.The Washington, D.C. MetropolitanArea LEGO Train Club (WamaLTC)will hold a special two day modeltrain display at the Fairfax StationRailroad Museum. Please bring anyunwanted LEGO(R) pieces and setsfor donation to help supportWamaLTC’s efforts to bring fun andeducation to all ages through itsactivities. Museum members and ages4 and under, free; ages 5-12, $3;ages 13 and older, $5; seniors 65 andolder and active and retired military,$4. Visit the website: www.fairfax-station.org.

SPRINGPEX Stamp Show. Saturday10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to4:30 p.m. At Robert E. Lee HighSchool (Cafeteria), 6540 FranconiaRoad, Springfield. The SpringfieldStamp Club hosts the 50th annualSPRINGPEX. There will be 26 dealersfrom throughout the Eastern US andMid-Atlantic region, 50 frames ofexhibits, specialized club and societymeetings and display tables, a U.S.Postal Service booth, and a specialkids table with lots of free materialfor young stamp collectors. Eventcovers (special envelopes) willcommemorate the 50th Anniversaryof Earth Day, and the 100thAnniversary of Woman’s Suffrage/19th Amendment. Admission and

parking(at the front of the building) are free.

Visithttp://www.springfieldstampclub.org

WEDNESDAY/APRIL 8Wednesday at the Movies. At

Cinema Arts Theatre, 9650 MainStreet, Fairfax. Sponsored byShepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke.Discounted tickets for seniors; $5.50.The group meets after the movie fora short discussion of the film.Transportation may be provided ifyou call the transportation office(703-323-4788) a week prior to themovie date. Contact Anne Allen, at703-978-5973, for movie selectionand other details.

SATURDAY/APRIL 18Model Classic 2020. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

At Fairfax High School, 3501 RebelRun, Fairfax. The Northern VirginiaModelers Chapter, InternationalPlastic Modelers Society presents aneducational and fun event for theentire family. Cost is $8/adults; $10/contestant $10/family; free under 18.Visit the web site:www.novaipms.org

THURSDAY/MARCH 19Lunch N’ Life. Noon to 2 p.m. At Lord

of Life Lutheran Church, 5114Twinbrook Road, Fairfax. Are You 50or Better? Sponsored by theShepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke.Jim Radigan, U.S. Navy Retired willdiscuss his experiences as theCommanding Officer, U.S. NavyAntarctica Squadron. Forreservations, call Bea Stephenson at703-273-5730, by March 13. The costis $10.; checks payable to SCFB. Iftransportation is needed, call theSCFB office 703-323-4788. Seewww.scfbva.org.

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Kenny Lourie is an Advertising Representative forThe Potomac Almanac & The Connection Newspapers.

By KENNETH B. LOURIE

this previously written article from July 2019:

Presumably, most of you readers are aware that many supermarkets have a rack located somewhere near the rear of the store that is stocked with off-price merchandise: discontin-ued items, items with damaged packaging, out of season products, etc. Over the years, I have been a regular checker of this rack looking for such bargains. I have purchased breakfast cereal, soup, cookies, candy, and miscellaneous other non-perishables. I’ve even purchased two bags of Kingsford charcoal. In addition, I’ve seen household products, health and beauty, school supplies; and everything else you can imagine, running the gamut from “A” to “Z,” for sale. Recently however, in this rack I saw a product I’m not sure I even thought was available to the general public, and if it was, would not have thought buying it from the discontinued mer-chandise rack at the supermarket would not have been the way to go. But what do I know? As has been proven many times: not much.

The item? A DNA Paternity Test Kit. I guess I thought, if this test was necessary, it would involve a physician or at least be administered by a health care professional and/or involve witnesses/legal representation (at least a notary). Going to the supermarket or even the drug store? And then testing yourself without necessarily knowing the precautions and proper procedures appropriate for the task at hand? There seems as if there’s a bit more at stake here than an at-home pregnancy test, a test with which many of us are familiar. But DNA testing at home? What is this, the Maury Povich Show?

Having not traveled down this particular road myself, perhaps I’m unaware of the realities. All I know is what I’ve seen on television or read about in the papers. I guess I just assumed (generally a bad thing), that the steps one takes

were a bit more involved than a visit to the supermarket. Apparently, this subject is just another where I know very little about, like tools and how to use them, automobile repair, home maintenance, lawn and garden, cooking, and on and on and on. But enough about me.

What about those wanting answers to extraor-dinarily important questions: Who’s the father? And is that my child? Looks can be deceiving so a professional, or so I thought, incorrectly, is brought in to oversee the process. Nope. No professional need apply. Just go to your local “chemist,” as they say in England. No need to visit “the surgery,” as they also say over there.

go back to your home/work and swab, stick, pin-prick or whatever and the results will be known soon enough if you or someone else is whomever they claim to be or not to be. That is the question which begs an answer. Shakespeare notwithstanding

It seems only fair that one’s birthright should be gotten wrong. And not that home-testing can’t be trusted. Just the opposite. Nevertheless, some things, like circumcisions, though they can be performed at home (see “Shaky the mohel” from a long ago Seinfeld episode). I would have thought, a DNA Paternity test, given the need/

possibly impact multiple individuals/families over generations, be similarly performed in the most careful of conditions. This kind of test has no margin for error - or humor. “Bought the kit in the discount rack at my local supermarket.” Is that the answer you want to give when all eyes are on you? And saying how much you saved over regular price is unlikely to endear you to any and all of the interested parties on hand. After all, money really isn’t the issue.

Money For What, Exactly? Submit civic/community announcements at

ConnectionNewspapers.com/Calendar. Photos andartwork welcome. Deadline is Thursday at noon, atleast two weeks before event.

SUNDAY/MAY 17Psychic Fair. 9-5 p.m. At Arlington-Fairfax Elks

Lodge, 8421 Arlington Boulevard, Fairfax.Psychic Fair for both those who are serious andfor those who are just curious. Event can be alife-changing experience or just a fun time Manyof the best psychics, mediums, healers, andreaders of all types, along with related arts andcrafts vendors from Virginia and thesurrounding areas. Note: 75% of tables offersome type of readings, 25% of tables offerrelated arts, crafts, books, oils, crystals, sage,herbs. information, jewelry, etc. There will be 44vendors, All under one roof, all in one room,indoor event, free parking. Cost: $5 in advance$10 at the door. Visit the website: https://va-psychic-fair-2020.eventbrite.com

SUPPORT GROUPSParent Support Partners, a service of the

Healthy Minds Fairfax initiative, are all parentswho have received training and are qualitied tooffer education, support and assistance at nocost to families or caregivers. They providereliable information that families can use indecision-making and are familiar with servicesand resources that can help families in distress.Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/healthymindsfairfax or www.nami-northernvirginia.org/parent-peer-support.html.

Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke sponsorsa monthly meeting on the 2nd Tuesday of eachmonth, noon-1:30 p.m., for caregivers to learnand to share with others experiencing similarchallenges. Before attending, contact thefacilitator, Eileen Thompson at 703-451-8626 [email protected].

Haven of Northern Virginia provides support,compassion, information and resources to thebereaved and seriously ill. To become a Havenvolunteer, please call 703-941-7000 to requestan orientation. Volunteers must complete a 30-hour training and commit to one year of serviceanswering Haven phones (2.5 hours weekly).Next training is scheduled for fall 2017.

ONGOINGSTEM Professionals Needed. Volunteers are

needed to assist K-12 STEM teachers in northernVirginia as part of the American Association forthe Advancement of Science’s STEM VolunteerProgram, stemvolunteers.org, during the 2019-20 school year, beginning in September. Pleasecontact Don Rea at 571-551-2488 [email protected].

Docents Needed. Sundays 1-4 p.m. at the FairfaxStation Railroad Museum, 11200 Fairfax StationRoad in Fairfax Station. Greet museum visitorsand tell them about the exhibits, the museumand the its railroad and Civil War history. Idealfor those interested in railroads, the Civil Warand Northern Virginia history. Training andorientation provided. Other volunteeropportunities are gardening, publicity andexhibit planning. Call 703-945-7483.

Haven of Northern Virginia is committed tooffering, support, compassion, information andresources to the bereaved and seriously ill.Volunteers provide individual and group supportto those suffering from a loss. Volunteers mustparticipate in a 30 hour training. Training willbe offered in October 2018. To volunteer, callHaven at 703-941-7000.

Assistance League of Northern Virginia is anall-volunteer nonprofit organization that feeds,clothes and educates children in need.Assistance League’s philanthropic programstouch the lives of thousands of children,including those at 11 Title 1 elementary schoolsin Fairfax and Prince William counties and theCity of Alexandria. There are many volunteeropportunities for community members tocontribute to helping those in need throughWeekend Food for Kids, tutoring programs andproviding new clothing and layettes. To learnmore, email: [email protected], or visitwww.alnv.org

Docents Needed. Sundays 1-4 p.m. at the FairfaxStation Railroad Museum, 11200 Fairfax StationRoad in Fairfax Station. Greet museum visitorsand tell them about the exhibits, the museumand its railroad and Civil War history. Ideal forthose interested in railroads, the Civil War andNorthern Virginia history. Training andorientation provided. Other volunteeropportunities are gardening, publicity andexhibit planning. Call 703-945-7483.

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