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Introducing‘CommunityFirst Day’News, Page 5

Possible Loss of TennisClub Upsets MembersNews, Page 2

Into theFuture

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Introducing‘CommunityFirst Day’News, Page 5

Possible Loss of TennisClub Upsets MembersNews, Page 2

Into theFuture

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Winston Churchill High Schoolprincipal Dr. Joan C. Benz chatswith guest speaker, actress andChurchill alumni Kelen Coleman.

Walt Whitman High School SeniorClass advisor Todd Michaels getsa hug from Aaron Zane.

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By Susan Belford

The Almanac

Potomac Tennis and Fit-ness Club (PTC) andPotomac Pilates mem-bers are fearful, angry

and disheartened that their favor-ite recreational facility may be de-molished within a year or two. Thetennis and fitness facility is locatedin the heart of Potomac, adjacentto the Falls Road Golf Course andnext to Manor Care and NormandyFarm Restaurant. Twelve Har-Trucourts and a Tudor-style clubhouseoverlook the rolling hills of the golfcourse sprinkled with bloomingtrees in the spring and a myriadof colors in the fall.

Founded in 1977, PTC providesmembers with competition, friend-ships, active sports, lessons, jun-ior clinics and more. Many of thecurrent members have been play-

ing tennis and working out theresince it opened. As retired dentistLeo Altar said, “If PTC closes, I willhave no place to quickly drive tofor tennis, camaraderie anddoubles partners.”

PTC currently has more than200 families who are tennis andfitness members, and another 320monthly who take classes atPotomac Pilates. Early bird tennis(from 6-9 a.m.), interclub tennisteams, tennis tournaments, tennismixers and parties, Pilates classesand personal training are some ofthe reasons that members are socommitted to the club.

Director of Tennis JohnMcDaniel said, “Given how uniquea facility the Potomac Tennis &Fitness Club is, it would be a pityto lose a place like this. No otherpure tennis facility can offer whatwe do. With our location and thefact that everything else is a coun-try club, we can provide those in-dividuals who only play tenniswith a facility to meet their needs.”

Another issue is that the mem-bers are retiring and aging – andthey require tennis courts that willaccommodate their aging joints.

“The country clubs in Potomac allhave Har-Tru courts,” said mem-ber Lisa Raker. “However, they arenot accessible to everyone inPotomac because of their high ini-tiation fees. My friends and I feelfortunate to have this club avail-able to us — there is nothing likeit in our area. If PTC closed, wewould have to drive 35-40 minutesto the Aspen Hill Club to play onHar-Tru.”

The club is currently owned byHelen Marshall, who has entered

into a purchase/sales agreementwith Brandywine Senior Living, aNew Jersey company which pro-vides health care services to se-niors. They have proposed to buildan assisted-living facility on thePotomac Tennis Club property.

PTC has operated under a “spe-cial exception” zoning ruling sinceopening in 1977. Brandywinewould have to apply for a specialexception, or request a change inzoning. The West MontgomeryCitizen’s Association will be in-volved in the approval process. Inits May 15, 2015 newsletter, itspresident, Susanne Lee, wrote,“The owner of the property onwhich the Potomac Tennis Cluboperates on Falls Road is propos-ing the construction of a new se-nior living residence on the site.The four-acre property is currentlyzoned RE-2 Residential (minimumlot size 2 acres). Although a for-mal application has not yet beenfiled, Brandywine Senior Living,an organization operating a largenumber of such facilities on theeast coast, will propose what itterms a senior residence, includ-ing a unit for those with memoryissues. It will include 110-120suites and will be three stories inthe front and two stories in theback. The building will be con-structed to LEED green buildingstandards and include substantialstorm water management on siteand extensive landscaping. Repre-sentatives of the owner of theproperty have indicated that thetennis club will probably be ableto operate through at least onemore indoor season, but the long-term plans are that the tennis clubwill no longer exist at this site.”

PTC and Potomac Pilates Mem-bers, as well as neighbors to thefacility are upset with the plan.Member Ken Gross said, “The PTCmembers and neighbors plan onfighting this project tooth and nail.The club is a unique facility thathas been part of the fabric of the

community for decades. To turn itinto a three-story 110-plus unit liv-ing facility on a four-acre lot wouldbe a travesty. Consequently, themembers have engaged the lawfirm of Knopf and Brown as coun-sel to oppose the project. The PTCis ready to speak out.”

Member Joy Marcus said, “Geo-graphically this club takes care ofa segment of the population whowant to exercise and socialize. Themembers feel like this is home. It’snot an exclusive club and all arewelcome to join here. We all havethe same goals of staying fit whilehaving fun with friends. Demolish-ing this club would separate manywho meet here on a regular ba-sis.”

Early-bird player GeorgeVarghese said, “PTC is a major partof our wellness and fitness regi-men on a daily basis. The friend-ships and bonds among the mem-bers adds to the quality of our livesand we are dependent on PTC forour physical and mental well be-ing. Many of us are in our 60s, 70sand 80s and have been membersfor a very long time. It would bevery difficult for us to replicatewhat we have here.”

“The beauty of tennis is that itis a life-time sport,” said PTCteaching pro Elan Mizrahi. “Westart children when they are veryyoung, continue with them in ourjunior clinics — and many then goon to play on high school teams,earning college scholarships andplaying throughout their lives. Ienjoy seeing the constant improve-ment and level of activity of ourmembers. We have people of allages here — from 3 to 90 who lovethe game of tennis.”

Potomac Pilates is located on thesecond floor of the clubhouse. ItsPilates classes would be affectedby the sale. Reina Offutt Pratt,owner and president of PotomacPilates said, “Potomac Pilateswould be disappointed if the

Possible Loss of Tennis Club Upsets MembersNew assistedliving facilityis proposed.

The development of an assisted livingresidence is proposed for the currentPotomac Tennis Club site.

Bonnie Kind, Julie Altar and Lisa Rakerenjoy a morning of tennis.

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Farewell to Winston Churchill High School

Winston Churchill High School graduates enter D.A.R. Constitution Hall for the Commence-ment Exercises on Tuesday, June 2.

Former members of Dr. Risa Shariff’s American Sign Language Class interpret the NationalAnthem.

The Senior Showstoppers sing “For Good” from the Broadway musical“Wicked.” Director of Counseling Robin Moore helps a graduate adjust her cap.

Senior class vice presidents Christopher Hallock andNoah Salzberg.

Senior Class treasurer Jacob Smith announces theClass of 2015 gift to the high school.

Family and friends of the graduates look for familiarfaces as the seniors enter the Hall.

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Walt Whitman High Graduates Look to the Future

Charlie Lobsenz, Nicholas Lorence and Paul LoBuglio

Thierry Zain, Samantha Zambri, Valeria Zarubina andMaxime Zamba-Campero

Family and friends of the Walt Whitman Class of 2015 proceed into D.A.R. ConstitutionHall as the doors open at 1:30 on Wednesday afternoon, June 3.

Members of the Class of 2015 squeeze together as principal Dr. AlanGoodwin raises his cellphone to take a photo.

Parents and friends of the graduates applaud and take photos as thegraduating class enters.

Student speakers for the WaltWhitman Class of 2015 wereHannah Tatem, Amal Haque andAaron Dane.

The Class of2015 entersthe hall.

Graduates scan thebalconies for family

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Once a month, Yasmin Abadian, hus-band Jimmy McWhorter and theirdaughter Anna Irani arise at dawn,

drive to 24th and G Street in D.C., don aprons,prepare and serve breakfast to the homelesswho rely on Miriam’s Kitchen to provide themwith a substantial breakfast and to counselthem on how to end their homelessness. Theseowners of The Market at River Falls in Potomacbelieve strongly in giving back to the commu-nity. “We have been blessed,” said Abadian,“and we feel a sense of responsibility and dutyto help those in need.”

The couple has decided to involve their Mar-ket at River Falls in their commitment to giveback by donating 25 percent of all sales forthat day to a local non-profit. Therefore, a pur-chase at The Market at River Falls on the firstday of each month will help to alleviate hun-ger in the metropolitan area, support nutri-tional education, ecological sustainability aswell as small farmers and fishers. They willcall this “Community First Day.”

“This month we have selected to support DCGreens, a nonprofit which brings together theD.C. school garden community and the D.C.farmers’ market collaborative to create ahealthier food system for District children,”McWhorter said. “They are teaching kidshealthier eating habits and helping middleschool students start their own farmer’s mar-kets by funding and facilitating the distribu-tion of produce to the middle schools. DCGreens pulls together partnerships to providenutritional education, food access and to helpcreate food policies.”

“We will select a different non-profit eachmonth. Since we are a local food-driven busi-ness, our focus will be on those whose mis-sion is to fight hunger and to educate. The onlyexception to this focus is that from time to timewe will be willing to support a legitimate causethat touches the family of one of The Marketstaff,” McWhorter said.

“We were trying to think of a way to make adifference,” said Abadian. “The support that

we have received from the Potomac commu-nity, both emotionally and financially is a clearmessage to us that we need to begin to giveback in an organized, structured and ongoingmanner.

Some of the non-profits we will support areMiriam’s Kitchen, Chesapeake Bay Foundation,Future Harvest, DC Central Kitchen, Fresh Farmmarkets and Whole Kids foundation. Towardthe end of every month, we will let our cus-tomers know who we are supporting so thattogether, we can make the first day of everymonth meaningful to someone in need.”

The couple is hoping that other local busi-

nesses will come on board and that the entirePotomac community will catch the spirit. Theyare planning to host a spokesperson from thenon-profit organizations to explain to TheMarket’s customers exactly what they do andneed.

Other new items and opportunities are com-ing to the market. In June, they will begin wineand craft beer tastings. July will bring morevegan alternatives, additional ready-madehealthy salads, more organic foods and glutenfree options.

Abadian said, “We are also looking forwardto the fall when we will start adding amazingraw vegan bowls, wraps and salads fromFruitive in D.C.

We have also purchased a new truck and areexpanding our catering business. We will de-liver and plate our menu items to help thehostess with stress-free entertaining.”

“We have been so fortunate,” saidMcWhorter. “Our team is phenomenal and thePotomac community has warmly welcomed there-opening of the Market. Every day since webecame involved, we have become increasinglymore aware of just what The Market means tothose in 20854 and beyond. Customers comein daily and tell Andrew, Erika, Ronald, David,Junior and the others how appreciative theyare that we are back. We are grateful that weare able to continually offer new items andconcepts to our patrons — and pleased thatwe can give back so soon after the re-open-ing.”

The Market at River Falls is located at 10124River Road. Its phone number is 301-765-8001and it can be reached by email [email protected]. Store hours are 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m.– 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Market Introduces ‘Community First Day’Effort seeks to helpalleviate hunger.

Yasmin Abadian and JimmyMcWhorter, owners of The Market atRiver Falls.

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Email announcements to [email protected]. Include date, time, location, descrip-tion and contact for event: phone, email and/orwebsite. Photos and artwork welcome. Deadline isThursday at noon, at least two weeks before event.

THURSDAY/JUNE 4Great Decisions: U.S. Policy Toward Africa.

12:30-2 p.m. at Potomac Library, 10101Glenolden Drive, Potomac. Great Decisions, anational program of the non-partisan ForeignPolicy Association is sponsored by Friends of theLibrary, Potomac Chapter. Most months there is

a guest speaker. The program is free and open tothe public; bring a brown bag lunch. Books canbe ordered at fpa.org.

SATURDAY/JUNE 6National Trails Day. 8:30 a.m. at Fletcher’s

Cove, 4940 Canal Road, Washington, D.C. Helpthe Potomac Conservancy clean up along theC&O Canal. Volunteers will receive freevouchers for a canoe, kayak or bike rental. Visitwww.potomac.org for more.

The Ungrateful Shred. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at theSee Bulletin Board, Page 11


Email community entertainment events [email protected]. Include date,time, location, description and contact for event:phone, email and/or website. Photos and artworkwelcome. Deadline is Thursday at noon, at least twoweeks before event.

ONGOINGChildren’s Storytime. Wednesdays and

Saturdays, 10 a.m. at Barnes & NobleBooksellers, 4801 Bethesda Ave., BethesdaListen to employees read modern and classicchildren’s stories. Free. Visit www.store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/event/4824850-21.

Adult Single Night. Saturdays, 9 p.m. at atBenny’s Bar & Grill, 7747 Tuckerman Lane,Potomac. Find a DJ, open dance floor, and othersingles. No cover charge. Visitwww.bennysbargrill.com.

“A Selection of Artists.” Through June 29 atWashington ArtWorks, 12276 Wilkins Ave.,Rockville. Seventeen resident WashingtonArtWorks artists will display their workfeaturing a wide range of media includingmosaics, pastels, photography, encaustics, fibers,and more. Free. Visitwww.washingtonartworks.com.

“Drawing Upon Experience.” Through June 29at Washington ArtWorks, 12276 Wilkins Ave.,Rockville. ArtWorks Aid showcases the work ofmilitary veterans. Free. Visitwww.washingtonartworks.com.

“Dreams of Speed...Supercharged.” Tuesday-Saturday 12-6 p.m. at The Waverly StreetGallery, 4600 East-West Highway, Bethesda.Artist Tom Kenyon works with collage and blockprints to create images interpretting car culture.Free. Visit www.waverlystreetgallery.com formore.

The Bethesda Big Train. Through August.Shirley Povich Field in Cabin John RegionalPark, 10600 Westlake Drive. The collegiateleague baseball team The Big Train plays in theCal Ripken Collegiate Baseball League, awooden-bat collegiate league that has sentathletes to Major League Baseball. Visitwww.bigtrain.org for more.

Friday Night Live. Fridays through Sept. 4, 6:30-9 p.m. at Rockville Town Square. Find diversemusic each week. Local restaurants will beselling food outdoors. Free. Visitwww.rockvilletownsquare.com for a fullschedule.

Nando’s Spicy Saturday Nights. 6:30-8:30p.m. on Saturdays through Sept. 26 at FountainSquare Plaza. Local bands perform. Free. Visitwww.downtownsilverspring.com.

Yoga on the Plaza. 7 p.m. on Wednesdaysthrough Sept. 30 at Fountain Square Plaza. Takea mixed-level vinyasa flow yoga class fromGrace Yoga instructors. Free. Visitwww.downtownsilverspring.com.

Butterfly Exhibit. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily from July1 to Oct. 25 at Brookside Gardens, 1800Glenallen Ave., Wheaton. Free.Visitwww.montgomeryparks.org for more.

Art Walk in the Park. First Fridays throughOctober. 6-8 p.m. Glen Echo Park. Enjoy pottery,calligraphy, glass work, and much more. Visitwww.glenechopark.org for more.

Paint Night. 5:30-8 p.m. on first and secondMondays of the month through December atSweet Frog, 100 Lexington Drive, Silver Spring.Spiritual Unicorn art sponsors a night ofpainting. Tickets are $10 for children and $15for adults. Visit www.spiritualunicornart.com.

VisArts Cocktails and Canvas Class. at VisArtsin the Painting & Drawing Studio, 155 Gibbs St.,Rockville. Price $40. Visitwww.visartsatrockville.org/cocktails-and-canvasfor more.

Thang Ta. Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. at SutradharInstitute of Dance and Related Arts, 1525 ForestGlen Road, Silver Spring. Learn the ancient artof the sword and spear. The cost is $25. Visitwww.dancesidra.org.

Weekly Blues Dance. Thursdays 8:15-11:30 p.m.in the Back Room Annex at Glen Echo Park,7300 MacArthur Blvd. Capital Blues presentsrotating DJs and instructors with beginnerworkshop 8:15-9 p.m., no partner necessary. $8for all. Visit capitalblues.org for more.

Weekly Swing Dance. Saturdays, 8 p.m.-midnight. The DC Lindy Exchange presents aswing dance with live music in the SpanishBallroom, Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthurBlvd., Glen Echo. Beginner swing dance lessonat 8 p.m., followed by dancing until midnight.Admission $16-$18, age 17 and under $12. Visit

www.glenechopark.org for more.Argentine Tango with Lessons. Most Sundays,

6:30-11 p.m. in the Back Room Annex at GlenEcho Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo.Argentine Tango lessons followed by a Milongamost Sunday evenings. Beginner lesson 6:30-7:30 p.m. and intermediate lesson 7:30-8:30p.m. Cost is $15/lesson and includes theMilonga. For just the Milonga, cost is $10 andthe open dance with DJ runs 8:30-11 p.m. Nopartner required. Visit www.glenechopark.org orcall 301-634-2222 for more.

Contra and Square Dance. Fridays andSundays 7-10:30 p.m. in the Spanish Ballroomat Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Theevening can include square dances, mixers,waltzes and other couple dances. All Contra andSquare dances are taught, no partner necessary.Lessons at 7 p.m., followed by the called dancewith live music at 7:30. $13 for nonmembers,$10 for FSGW members, $5 ages 17 and under.Visit www.glenechopark.org or call 301-634-2222 for more.

Live Music & Dancing. Fridays and Saturdays,7-11 p.m. in Margery’s Lounge, Normandie FarmRestaurant 10710 Falls Road. Dance to themusic of Barry Gurley. Call 301-983-8838 orvisit www.popovers.com for more.

Glen Echo Park Films. Saturdays and Sundays.Arcade Building, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., GlenEcho. Films about the Park’s history are shownon rotation in the lobby. Free. Visitwww.glenechopark.org for more.

SilverWorks Studio & Gallery. Wednesdays,Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m.-6p.m. Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd.,Glen Echo. SilverWorks Studio & Gallery is aworking silversmith studio and includes anongoing exhibition, as well as sales of the workof artist-in-residence Blair Anderson. Free. Visitwww.silverworksglenechopark.com.

Art Glass Center at Glen Echo. All dayWednesdays; Fridays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Saturdays,10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sundays, noon-4 p.m. Art GlassCenter, Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd.,Glen Echo. Ongoing exhibitions feature work ofResident Artists Christine Hekimian, Sue Hill,Michele Rubin, Sherry Selevan, Bev and ZaydeSleph and Janet Wittenberg. Sculpture, vessels,functional art and jewelry are for sale. Classesare taught year-round for beginner, intermediateand advanced students. Visitwww.artglasscenteratglenecho.org for more.

CAMPS, CLASSES & WORKSHOPSRegistration Open. The spring issue of the

Montgomery County Guide for Recreation andParks Programs features a variety of classes andprograms designed to help participants stayactive and have fun, including aquatics, sports,therapeutic recreation services and active adultsenior programming. Registration is availableonline, by mail or in person at the MontgomeryCounty Recreation Administrative Offices at4010 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, or by fax at240-777-6818. Visitwww.montgomerycountymd.gov/rec or call 240-777-6840 for more.

VisArts, 155 Gibbs St., Rockville, offers a varietyof camp sessions for spring and summer. Visitwww.visartscenter.org or call 301-315-8200.

❖ Summer CampsOne-week and two-week sessions offered June 15-

Aug. 21, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Before care andextended care is available.

Young Artists. One-week sessions that nurturethe budding talents of students with age-appropriate visual art projects in an assortmentof media (ages 5-6).

Artistic Adventures. Two-week sessions thatpromote creativity as children experience anassortment of visual art media and are exposedto gallery exhibitions (ages 7-12).

Art Quest. One-week sessions that promotecreativity as children experience an assortmentof visual art media and are exposed to galleryexhibitions (ages 7-12).

❖ Teen CampsTeen Art Institute. Teens explore fused glass,

painting and drawing. Camp will be held atVisArts (ages 13-18).

Teen Art Institute. This ceramic class gives teensthe opportunity to explore clay in depth withhandbuilding and the wheel. Camp will be heldin the art ceramic at Richard Montgomery HighSchool (ages 13-18).

2015 Musical Theatre Intensive SummerCamp. For actors, dancers and singers ages 13-18. The program will run for two weeks fromJuly 12-25 at the Sandy Spring Friends School in

Sandy Spring, Md. Campers can participate indaytime or overnight camp. The daytime campwill feature students in a final showcase the lastFriday of camp. Students who participate in theovernight intensive camp will take part in a fullproduction of the musical “Once on this Island!”Visit www.youngartistsamerica.org for more.

Art Explorers Open Studio. Every Saturday, 10a.m.-12:30 p.m. at The Candy Corner Studio,7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Art activitiesfor parents and children. Activities changeweekly and there is no pre-registration; $10 perchild. Vist www.glenechopark.org/saturday-art-explorers for more.

Ceramic Classes. Various dates and times.VisArts, 155 Gibbs St, Rockville. An opportunityto try the new ceramic workshops. Visitwww.visartsatrockville.org/ceramics for a list ofclass dates, times.

Summer Fun Centers. June 22-July 31. 8 a.m.-6p.m. at various locations. Summer Fun Centersare for children 5-12. Children will participate incrafts, sports, drama and more. Call 240-777-6811 or Visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rec.

JUNE 3-30“Constructions and Meditations.” gallery

hours at Artists and Makers Studios, 11810Parklawn Drive, Rockville. Artist Tory Cowles’exhibit is based in abstract expressionism. Free.Visit www.artistsandmakersstudios.com.

JUNE 3-JULY 5“Sharpened.” Gallery hours at VisArts at

Rockville, 155 Gibbs St., Rockville. Artist GregBraun explores a fascination with custommotorcycles through drawing, video andsculpture. Admission to the gallery is free. Visitwww.visartsatrockville.org.

JUNE 5-JULY 12“Hidden District.” Saturdays 1-4 p.m., Sundays

1-8 p.m. at Photoworks Gallery at Glen EchoPark, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Photo essay bySteven Marks based on his interpretation of theDistrict of Columbia. Admission is free. Visitwww.glenechophotoworks.org.

JUNE 6-JULY 12“These Mirrors are Not Boxes.” Gallery hours

at VisArts, 155 Gibbs St., Rockville. Six localwomen display their art based on thecomplexities of contemporary identity.Admission to the gallery is free. Visitwww.visartsatrockville.org.

JUNE 6-JULY 26Creative Crafts Council 30th Biennial

Exhibit. Gallery hours at The StrathmoreMansion, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda.The Creative Crafts Council presents an exhibitof useful art. Free. Visitwww.creativecraftscouncil.org.

WEDNESDAY/JUNE 10Air: Rochelle Rice. 7:30 p.m. at The Mansion at

Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, Rockville.Former Afro Blue Vocal Band member and Jazzvocalist Rochelle Rice will perform. Tickets are$17. Visit www.strathmore.org for more.

THURSDAY/JUNE 11Creative Crafts Council 30th Biennial

Exhibit Reception. 7 p.m. at The StrathmoreMansion, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda.The Creative Crafts Council presents an exhibitof useful art and presents awards to artists fortheir work. Free. Visitwww.creativecraftscouncil.org.

Entertainment

‘Dreams ofSpeed’

Artist Tom Kenyonuses block prints andcollages in his exhibit“Dreams of Speed…Supercharged” to visu-ally explore carculture. “Dreams ofSpeed” will be on dis-play at The WaverlyStreet Gallery, 4600East-West Highway,Bethesda, throughJuly 4. An artist talkand demonstrationwill be held on June27 2-4 p.m. Seewww..waverlystreetgallery.com.


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JUNE 11-21“Ruddigore.” Thursday, Friday,

Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. atRockville Civic Center Park, 603Edmonston Drive, Rockville. Watch atwo-part comic opera from the gothicera. Tickets are $15-25. Visitwww.rockvilleliving.com for more.

FRIDAY/JUNE 12Artist Talk. 12-5 p.m. at The Common

Ground Gallery at VisArts, 155 GibbsSt., Rockville. Artist Rob Hackett willdiscuss his new exhibit in terms ofthe elements of architecture andminimalism. Free. Visitwww.visartsatrockville.org.

“Drawing Upon Experience”Opening Reception. 6-9 p.m. atWashington ArtWorks, 2276 WilkinsAve., Rockville. Celebrate an exhibitshowcasing the artwork of militaryveterans sponsored by ArtWorks Aidwith a poetry reading andrefreshments. Free. Visitwww.washingtonartworks.com.

Martha Reeves & The Vandellas. 8p.m. at Bethesda Blues and JazzSupper Club, 7719 Wisconsin Ave. AMo-Town-style ensemble performs.Tickets are $30-35. Visitwww.bethesdabluesjazz.com.

Live Music. 8 p.m. at Flanagan’s Harpand Fiddle, 4844 Cordell Ave.,Bethesda. Stop Drop & Roll, Late asUsual, and The Mega BCC Band willperform. Visitwww.flanagansharpandfiddle.comfor more.

The Chuck Brown Band. 8 p.m. atAMP by Strathmore, 11810 GrandPark Ave., North Bethesda. AlthoughChuck Brown has passed away, hisGo Go band still performs live.Tickets are $25. Visit

www.ampbystrathmore.com.Get to Steppin’. 9 p.m. at Villain &

Saint, 7141 Wisconsin Ave.,Bethesda. A DC-based seven-piecefunk band performs. Tickets are $7-8.Visit www.villainandsaint.com.

JUNE 12-JULY 12Art Exhibit. Gallery hours at VisArts,

155 Gibbs St., Rockville. Artist RobHackett works with industrialmaterial to create minimalistsculptures. Free. Visitwww.visartsatrockville.org.

SATURDAY/JUNE 13Vintage Palooza. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at The

Vintage Marketplace at Glenwood,2945 Route 97. The vintagemarketplace moves outside to includelive music, food and additionalvendors. Free to attend. Visitwww.thevintagemarketplace.net.

Transit Progress Day. 12-5 p.m. atthe National Capital Trolley Museum,1313 Bonifant Road, Silver Spring.Learn more about MontgomeryCounty Transit, Action Committee forTransit, and the D.C. Streetcar.Admission is $7 for adults, and $5 forchildren and seniors. Visitwww.dctrolley.org for more.

Great Wines You’ve ProbablyNever Heard Of. 4-6 p.m. atWashington ArtWorks, 12276 WilkinsAve., Rockville. Learn about“undiscovered” wines from variouslocations, price points, and pairings.Tickets are $75. Visitwww.washingtonartworks.com.

Splendid China. 8-9:30 p.m. at theRobert E. Parilla Performing ArtsCenter At Montgomery College, 51Mannakee St., Rockville. SplendidChina is a dance troupe performingChinese dance and ballet. Tickets are

$20. Visit www.chinesedances.org.Shane Gamble Band. 9 p.m. at

Villain & Saint, 7141 Wisconsin Ave.,Bethesda. Country music bandperforms. Tickets are $7-10. Visitwww.villainandsaint.com for more.

SUNDAY/JUNE 14Author Event. 2-4 p.m. at The Writer’s

Center, 4508 Walsh St., Bethesda.Find a poetry reading by writersAdam Tavel and Kayla Williams. Thereading will be followed by a booksigning and reception. Free. Visitwww.writer.org.

MID JUNE-JULYSunflowers at McKee Beshers.

Approximately 30 acres of sunflowershave been planted in four fields inthe McKee-Beshers WildlifeManagement Area in Poolesville.When the flowers bloom, theybecome a major attraction.Admission to McKee Beshers is free.Visit www.dnr2.maryland.gov.

TUESDAY/JUNE 16Author Talk. 7-8:30 p.m. at Rockville

Memorial Library, 21 Maryland Ave.Author and professional organizerMarcie Lovett discusses her newbook, “The Clutter Book.” Free. Visitwww.folmc.org.

WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY/JUNE 17-21AFI DOCS Film Festival. Various

times at various locations throughoutD.C. and Maryland. The AmericanFilm Institute (AFI) Silver Theatreand Cultural Center located in SilverSpring will host its annualdocumentary film festival. This year,attendees will find “First and 17,” a

documentary about the top-rankedhigh school football player who waspursued by more than 90 colleges,and “The Black Panthers: Vanguardof the Revolution,” among dozens ofother full-length and short films.Tickets are $12 for regularscreenings, and $10 for weekdaymatinees. Passes allowing entrance toall films are also available starting at$200. Visit www.afi.com/afidocs formore.

WEDNESDAY/JUNE 17Yappy Hour. 6-8:30 p.m. at Denizens

Brewing Company, 1115 East WestHighway, Silver Spring. Sample craftbeers. Dogs are welcome. Tickets are$15 per person or $25 per couple.Visit www.mchumane.org.

Great Wines You’ve ProbablyNever Heard Of. 7-9 p.m. atWashington ArtWorks, 12276 WilkinsAve., Rockville. Learn about“undiscovered” wines from variouslocations, price points, and pairings.Tickets are $75. Visitwww.washingtonartworks.com.

Air: Rochelle Rice. 7:30 p.m. at TheMansion at Strathmore, 10701Rockville Pike, North Bethesda.Former Afro Blue Vocal Bandmember and Jazz vocalist RochelleRice will perform. Tickets are $17.Visit www.strathmore.org for more.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY/JUNE 19-21Bridal Trunk Show. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at

Love Couture Bridal, 12500 B ParkPotomac Ave., Potomac. Wattersbridal will showcase pieces from itsfall 2015 collections. Free to attend.Visit www.lovecouturebridal.com formore.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY/JUNE 19-28“’Til Death Do Us Part” and “War

of the Stars” Fridays at 7:30 p.m.,Saturdays, and Sundays at 2:30 p.m.at Silver Spring Black Box Theater,620 Pershing Drive, Silver Spring.Inclusive Theatre CompanyArtStream provides acting andtheatre classes to people withphysical or learning disabilities.Attend a double-feature in whichstudents may showcase their talent.Tickets are $12.50 in advance, $15 atthe door. Visit www.art-stream.orgfor more.

SATURDAY/JUNE 20Silver Spring Blues Festival. 10

a.m. at Fountain Plaza. Find twostages for entertainment, food andshopping. Free. Visitwww.downtownsilverspring.com/events.

Tour of the Rocklands FarmWinery. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. atRocklands Farm, 14525 MontevideoRoad, Poolesville. Dawson’s Marketin Rockville is partnering withRocklands Farm for a tasting trip tothe vineyard. Tickets are $30 forindividuals and $55 for couples.Tickets include the trip and from thefarm, tasting fees and a boxed lunch.Call 240-428-1386 to sign up.

JUNE 20, JUNE 27 AND JULY 11Still Life Painting in Oils

Workshop. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. atVisarts at Rockville, 155 Gibbs St.Students will learn the fundamentalsof oil painting from instructor EricWestbrook. Tuition is $150.www.visartsrockville.org.

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1 8741 PERSIMMON TREE RD .. 7 .. 5 . 3 ....... POTOMAC ... $2,350,000 .... Detached .... 3.05 ......... 20854 .......... BRADLEY FARMS ......... 04/13/15

2 10200 IRON GATE RD ........... 5 .. 7 . 1 ....... POTOMAC ... $1,900,000 .... Detached .... 2.00 ......... 20854 ............... CAMOTOP .............. 04/29/15

3 9715 THE CORRAL DR .......... 6 .. 5 . 1 ....... POTOMAC ... $1,775,000 .... Detached .... 2.33 ......... 20854 ........ POTOMAC MANOR ....... 04/10/15

4 11105 CRIPPLEGATE RD ........ 5 .. 4 . 1 ....... POTOMAC ... $1,600,000 .... Detached .... 2.87 ......... 20854 .......... POTOMAC FALLS ......... 04/14/15

5 11404 RIDGE MIST TER ........ 5 .. 4 . 1 ....... POTOMAC ... $1,275,000 .... Detached .... 0.26 ......... 20854 ........... CLAGETT FARM .......... 04/22/15

6 11600 GLYNSHIRE CT ........... 5 .. 4 . 1 ....... POTOMAC ... $1,250,000 .... Detached .... 0.31 ......... 20854 ........... CLAGETT FARM .......... 04/16/15

7 7802 PEARSON KNOLL PL ..... 4 .. 3 . 2 ....... POTOMAC ... $1,250,000 .... Townhouse . 0.04 ......... 20854 ....... WHEEL OF FORTUNE ...... 04/20/15

8 11810 SMOKETREE RD ......... 5 .. 4 . 2 ....... POTOMAC ... $1,235,000 .... Detached .... 0.25 ......... 20854 ......... REGENCY ESTATES ........ 04/10/15

Copyright 2015 RealEstate Business Intelligence. Source: MRIS as of May 15, 2015.

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1 8741 Persimmon Tree Road — $2,350,000

2 10200 Iron Gate Road —$1,900,000

3 9715 The Corral Drive — $1,775,000

4 11105 Cripplegate Road— $1,600,000

6 11600 Glynshire Court —$1,250,000

5 11404 Ridge Mist Terrace —$1,275,000


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The developers of a new, luxurycondominium complex unveiledthe project’s clubhouse recently.More than 150 guests who at-

tended the open house got a first-hand lookat the Quarry Springs space, which includesa library, grand salon and lounge. Theclubhouse’s 6,000-square-foot fitness cen-ter, which includes a spa, yoga studio, steamroom and sauna, was also open.

Those attending the event were offered a

preview of the property’s floor plans. Ce-lebrity Chef Bryan Voltaggio was among theguests. He signed copies of his new cook-book, “Home: Recipes to Cook with Familyand Friends.”

Located on River Road, west of SevenLocks Road, Quarry Springs is expected toattract empty nesters who desire a luxuri-ous dwelling without the maintenance thatcomes with owning a home.

Individual condominiums can be

equipped with features such as 10-foot ceil-ings, spa bathrooms and kitchens equippedwith Wolfe six-burner cooktops, convectionovens, Sub-Zero refrigerators and winecoolers.

Amenities for residents of Quarry Springs in-clude a clubhouse with a lounge, which willoverlook a pool when construction of the prop-erty is complete.

The entry of the Quarry Springs clubhouse wasdesigned to set a luxurious tone for the prop-erty.

Quarry Springs clubhouse is now open tothe public.

Luxury Condominium Clubhouse OpensQuarry Springs model grand opening set for June 28.

Model Grand OpeningSunday, June 28, noon-5 p.m.8101 River Road, Bethesda

Units in the 97-condominium develop-ment will range in size from 2,200-4,500square feet, and in price from $1.5-$4 mil-lion. Developers say that when the commu-nity is complete, it will offer amenities thatinclude winding, walking trails and a 50-foot, three-tiered waterfall.

The property’s model grand opening isscheduled for June 28.

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PhilosophicallySpeaking

Recently I attended a “Celebrationof Life” event, sponsored by KaiserPermanente, created to bring attentionto, and educate the public on, cancer.As a long-time cancer survivor, nearlysix and a half years now – and onetreated by doctors at Kaiser, I wasasked, along with a cervical cancer sur-vivor, to sit on a “survivor panel”; toshare our cancer experiences, andoffer, along with two oncologists and apulmonologist, our respective insightsas “treater” and “treatee.”

As you regular readers know, mystory, based on the available statisticalindicators at the time, is a miracle. Lungcancer is a killer, almost always.Survivors who live beyond two years arerare enough; beyond five years, rarerstill. However, given the evolution of theresearch and new drugs brought to mar-ket, there are more lung cancer survivorsthan ever before. And the more survivorsI meet, the more empowered I becomeregarding my own life expectancy.Which, if a cancer patient thinks toomuch about, the shorter – in my opin-ion, it will be. As a practical considera-tion though, how do you not focus onthe most important thing in your life;that thing being your lung cancer diag-nosis. A diagnosis your oncologist hasadvised you will likely result in a ratherdisappointing prognosis. But somehow,from my perspective anyhow, that’sexactly what patients/survivors have todo; agree and proceed, sort of.

Moreover, how does one make lightof something (your “terminal” disease/“13-month to two-year prognosis”)which is incredibly heavy? And howdoes one not get depressed about some-thing (again, your diagnosis) which is ter-ribly depressing? And finally, how doesone stay positive and find humor/ bal-ance, when cancer is the definition ofnegative and imbalance, and is, as theold expression says: “Funny as a heartattack”? It all seems and feels counter-intuitive. It reminds me of the Seinfeldepisode when, out of desperation,George decided to act opposite to hisinstincts: “My name is George. I’munemployed and I live with my parents;”which resulted in his meeting an attrac-tive woman at the diner and getting hisAssistant-to-the-Traveling-Secretary jobwith the New York Yankees. Yet some-how, following this path of least resis-tance has worked – for me. Inexplicable.Random? Lucky? Misguided?Inadvisable? Rhyme or reason? If I thinktoo much about it, I’m afraid I’ll weakenthe nation. All I know is: since it ain’tbroke, I’m not looking to fix it.

Certainly there have been struggles:I’m not going to pretend otherwise. Still,living is its own reward, and having sur-vived now way beyond my initial prog-nosis, I’d like to think that I’m furtherfrom the beginning than I am closer tothe end. But who knows, really? Andwhat good comes from asking myselfthat question anyway? I can’t get ananswer, obviously; and of course, anyguarantees are long gone. Somehow Ihave to continue to trick myself into notcaring: the opposite of all my instincts. Itworked for George and so far, it’sworked for me. Now, if I can only leavewell enough alone. That would truly bea miracle.

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Bethesda Big Train manager SalColangelo was pleased with the finalresult of Monday’s game against the

Vienna River Dogs — an early-season matchupof undefeated teams in the Cal Ripken Colle-giate Baseball League.

But it was the Big Train’s initial effort thathad Colangelo voicing his displeasure.

Bethesda overcame a slow start and a 3-0deficit to beat Vienna 10-5 in a six-inning, dark-ness-shortened contest at Gaithersburg HighSchool. The Big Train improved to 4-0, butColangelo said the team needs to improve itsfocus during road games.

“When we leave Bethesda, our guys need torealize they need to be ready to go,” saidColangelo, who is in his 17th season with theclub. “They’re in a great situation in Bethesda:they have fans, they get spoiled, and when weget on the road we need to focus and be readyto go.”

Vienna scored three runs in the third inningwithout producing a hit and took a 3-0 lead.Bethesda countered with four runs in the fourth

and led for the remainder of the contest.Seven different batters had a hit for

Bethesda. Shortstop Zach Kirtley (St. Mary’sCollege) and first baseman Harrison Crawford

(Creighton) each had two RBIs.Luis Collazo earned the win on the mound,

allowing two earned runs on five hits over 31/3 innings in relief.

Entering Tuesday’s action, outfielder MattToscano (St. Mary’s College) was among theleague leaders in batting average, producingat a .500 clip (7-14) through four games.Kirtley was batting .412 and led the league withseven RBIs.

Colangelo said Kirtley, and outfielders Lo-gan Farrar (VCU) and Cody Brown (MississippiState) are three of the team’s top players.

Bethesda has faced the Baltimore Redbirdsin the last six league championship series. TheBig Train won the first three, but the Redbirdshave won the last three.

Colangelo said the Big Train’s goal is to winthe South division, earn a top-two seed andavoid having to play a single-elimination gamein the playoffs.

“If you play one team one game, anybodycan beat you in this league [from] top to bot-tom,” Colangelo said. “You want to be that 1[seed], get the bye, not have to worry aboutit, know you’re in a three-game series. In athree-game series, with the pitching depth wehave, I like our odds.”

Bethesda was scheduled to face the RockvilleExpress on Tuesday, after The Almanac’s dead-line. The Big Train will travel to face the D.C.Grays at 7 p.m. on Wednesday at the Washing-ton Nationals Academy.

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Bethesda’s Zach Kirtley led the CalRipken Collegiate Baseball Leaguewith seven RBIs through four games.

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Potomac Tennis Club were to sell. At ourPotomac location, the first of our three loca-tions, we see between 80-100 people daily andhave about 320 unique clients per month. Theproximity of The Potomac Tennis Club to ourclients of over nine years, the parking and thecommunity atmosphere make this location anideal fit for Potomac Pilates’ needs. I feel thereis a lack of fitness businesses with a brick andmortar location in The Village. It would be ashame for the tennis club and fitness facilityto close. Potomac Pilates would have to find a

new site in the four corners of the PotomacVillage, though we would prefer to stay withinthe Potomac Tennis Club.”

More than 70 members attended theWMCCA meeting on Nov. 13, 2013 to protestpotential rezoning of the property. At that time,the owner was seeking rezoning in order tobuild townhouses on the property. GinnyBarnes, 2013 president and board member ofWMCCA, wrote in her email of Nov. 28, 2013,“The WMCCA decided to oppose any rezoningof the PTC property and we have written thechair of the Maryland National Capital Parkand Planning Commission stating our opposi-

tion. We would like to see the property con-tinue as a tennis club and we believe it is aviable option given interest shown by two ad-jacent facilities and the 65-plus people whoattended our meeting.”

Val Gordon, who was a charter member ofPTC, sums up the feelings of the members:“When I moved to Potomac in 1977 one of thevery first things I did was find a tennis club.And I have been here ever since.

The possibility of a sale is heartbreaking asI have made so many good friends, played onso many teams and had so many good timeshere.”

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Clara Barton Community Center,7425 MacArthur Blvd., Cabin John.Clean Cut Shredding is offeringshredding services for sensitivedocuments. A donation of $3-5 issuggested based on quantity. Call240-777-4910 for more.

SUNDAY/JUNE 7Self Defense Seminar for Teens

and Adults. 3-5 p.m. at East WestTaekwondo, Cabin John Mall, 11325Seven Locks Road. Self-defenseseminar for teens and adults.Attendees ages 10 and older willlearn basic kicks, releases, strikes andsafety tips in the event of front, back,and ground attacks. No experience isnecessary. Fee $40 if pre-registered,$50 for walk-ins. Space is limited. Toreserve a space, [email protected] orcall 301-461-6770.

MONDAY/JUNE 8County Council Meeting—

Transportation, Infrastructure,Energy & Environment. 9:30 a.m.at Council Hearing Room, 100Maryland Ave., Rockville. TheMontgomery County Council willhold a forum to discuss: ExpeditedBill 53-14, Bill 54-14, Bill 55-14. Visitwww.montgomerycountymd.gov/council.

County Council Meeting—Planning, Housing andEconomic Development. 2 p.m.at Council Hearing Room, 100Maryland Ave., Rockville. TheMontgomery County Council willhold a forum to discuss: ZTA 15-04,Educational Institutions - Exemptionsand Standards. Visitwww.montgomerycountymd.gov/council.

Deadline for Entries. 11:59 p.m.Photoworks is seeking entries for ajuried youth photography

competition. The theme is “#selfie”and the competition is open tostudents 18 and under. The entry feeis $25. Email [email protected] for more.

TUESDAY/JUNE 9County Council Meeting. 9:30 a.m.

at Council Hearing Room, 100Maryland Ave., Rockville. Visitwww.montgomerycountymd.gov/council.

Public Hearing. 1:30 p.m. in theThird Floor Hearing room of theCouncil Office Building, 100Maryland Ave. The hearing willaddress Expedited Bill 24-15 thatwould modify the amount of the tipcredit an employer can use tocalculate the minimum wage for atipped employee, and more. Thoseinterested in testifying at the publichearing can sign up by calling 240-777-7803. The deadline to sign up isJune 8 at 5 p.m. View the meeting

streaming live throughwww.montgomerycountymd.gov. Toobtain copies of the bill call 240-777-7910 or go to tinyurl.com/kjbxfjq.

WEDNESDAY/JUNE 10County Council Meeting. 9:30 a.m.

at Council Hearing Room, 100Maryland Ave, Rockville. TheMontgomery County Council willhold a forum to discuss Senior TownHall at Leisure World. Visitwww.montgomerycountymd.gov/council.

Health and Quality of Life Forum.6-7:30 p.m. at Executive OfficeBuilding 101 Monroe St., LobbyAuditorium, Rockville. Residents areinvited to participate in communityconversations sponsored by HealthyMontgomery, an effort to improvethe health of Montgomery Countyresidents. Attendees will have theopportunity to comment. Visitwww.montgomerycountymd.gov.

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